https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-01-05.pdf fc68f2390dbcbdcd29687cc676289e1c PDF Text Text • 4X BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE HASTINGS PUE RAPY 121 S CHU H Sf HASTINGS. Mi 43056 1893 PAID Hastap, Ml 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 1/January 5,1999 Vermontville Lions outline coming events by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Lions Club, also known as "the sweetest club" is planning many events in the coming year, said Second Vice Pres­ ident Gregg Szymanski. "We have many events planned. We are always do­ ing something in the com­ munity," Szymanski said. "We sponsor many activi­ ties and events. We intend these events to benefit the local community." Some of the annual events include: • Queen's night — The sponsorship of the Maple Valley Syrup Festival selec­ tion of the young lady and runner-up who will repre­ sent the VermontvilleNashville community for the coming year. Both of these young women will at­ tend 12-15 events in other communities as far away as Traverse City and Detroit • DARE and Quest pro­ gram — 'We sponsor these programs, which we believe are very fine programs, which interface with sixthand seventh-graders. These programs challenge young­ sters to stay away from drug abuse and to believe in themselves and their own abilities," said Lions Presi­ dent Russ Laverty. Hastings bluegrass band embark on first recording contract by Shelly Sulser The Tug Kiver vaiiey boys are pictured here performing at Michigan's largest bluegrass festival, held annual in Charlotte. Staff Writer After 30 years of playin g festivals and shows as a bluegrass musician, Ed Blankenship was about to give up on making a living doing what he loves the most. "Our expenses were over what we were getting paid, so I was ready to just bow out," said Blankenship, lead singer of the Tug River Val­ ley Boys. But a recent phone call from Bluegrass Unlimited magazine could change all of that, as Ed and his band find themselves close to inking a deal that would give them their first record­ ing contract. "It feels very good, espe­ cially after playing for 30 years," said Blankenship, 57, of Hastings. "It's some­ thing that doesn't come to most people in a lifetime and I thought it would never See bluegrass band, pg. 2 The Tug River Valley Boys of Hastings, (from left) Don and Lanny Blankenship, Jim Bradford and Ed and Randy Blankenship, are looking forward to inking their first record contract next month in Virginia. • Kid’s Night — "This is an evening filled with fun things for the children of the community to do, such as games, contests and a dinner of 'kids' food.' It's a really fun night," said Szymanski. • Annual District Conven­ tion — Several local Lions Club members attend the annual district convention to be held this year in Lansing, One local member, Wayne Lobert, recently was the dis­ trict governor for Lion Dis­ trict 1 l-C-2." • Maple Syrup Festival — "Our club has one of the finest chicken dinners avail­ able to the festivalgoers," said Szymanski. "We usu­ ally sell about 1,100 dinners in about a day and a half. The proceeds are then used an evening for our senior citizens to kick back and en­ joy a very fine dinner pre­ pared by the Lions Club members themselves," said Laverty. "After dinner, they are treated to an entertain­ ment event such as a band or choral group. This is done to show our gratitude and appreciation for the many contributions made by our senior citizens over the years." • Santa Claus visits — "We provide assistance in bringing this fine gentleman to the children each year," said Laverty. Szymanski added, "We also have ongoing projects, such as our eyeglass pro­ for our community pro­ jects." • DARE golf outing — "Our club sponsors the out­ ing in June. All proceeds from the outing are ear­ marked to support the DARE and Quest programs in the Maple Valley School system," said Laverty. • Annual Flu Shot and Health Night — The club sponsors this night annually with as many as 250 people receiving flu shots, said Szymanski. Also available are blood pressure readings, sugar checks, and oxygen saturation checks. There is no charge, but donations are accepted. Tthe Lions make up the difference in cost." • Senior Citizen Apprecia­ tion Night — "We sponsor See Lions, page 2 Man sentenced to prison on child molesting convictions by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer A Bellevue area m^n convicted of repeatedly molesting two minor girls in a manner that Judge James Fisher referred to as "torture" was sentenced Monday to six to 15 years in prison in the Barry County Trial Court's Circuit Division. Rickey Lee Lewis, 35, apologized to the victims and to their families just prior to being sentenced on one count of second degree and one count of third degree criminal sexual conduct. "I know I have a problem, I realize that now,” he said. "I didn't at the time and I'm willing to accept the punishment. I know I deserve it." Lewis was arrested by the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police last July and charged with six counts of first degree criminal sexual conduct for acts against one of the victims, occurring between 1996 and 1998 in Castleton Township. All six counts were dismissed Monday in exchange for his guilty plea to the lesser charges. According to Fisher, Lewis assaulted one of the girls by forcing her legs apart and digitally penetrating her. "It's inconceivable to me that a child would be forced to endure that kind of tor- [ Ricky Lee Lewis ture," said Fisher to Lewis in court. "That will haunt her the rest of her life. Though I hope that won't happen, in reality, that's probably what she's looking at." _ According to. the grandmother of one of the victims, the girl has become withdrawn since the incidents occurred. "She used to let her grandma give her a hug and a kiss at night," she said. "Now, she won't let me touch her. I think he should get enough time to realize he can't do this." Though Lewis's wife, Candace, asked that Lewis be ordered to undergo counseling in lieu of prison, Assistant Barry County Prosecutor David Makled disagreed, saying Lewis had a number of chances to change his ways. "This kind of case warrants being classified as probably the most serious thing you can do," said Makled. "It was abuse, it was calculated and it was extremely selfish." Makled said Lewis did not care about the harm he was See man sentenced, pg. 5 In This Issue • Local man named head chef at area restaurant • Top Maple Valley sports stories of ‘98 offered • Animal science communications con/ test planned • HGB Wellness offerers free program �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 5, 1999 - Page 2 Bluegrass band, from front page happen to me." Blankenship's band, which consists of his sons, Randy, 35, of Nashville on the five string banjo, Don, 33, of Delton on the bass and Lanny, 29, of Delton on the mandolin, will head to Roanoke, Va., next month to hammer out the deal, which would let them record their first nationally dis­ tributed compact disc. The deal, which also would include a manager for the band, came up when the magazine's writer, Walter Sounders, realized a steady demand for the return of the band, which had been turn­ ing down bookings due in part to poor pay and a tem­ porary health problem. "He called me and said 'you are a hard guy to get a hold of,"' said Blankenship, the owner of Arbor Tree Service in Hastings until 1993. "He said, 'I've been trying to catch up with you for 10 years.'" Blankenship s-aid SECONDHAND CORNERS 102 W. State Street • Hastings, Ml 616-945-5005 209 N. Main Street • Nashville, Ml 517-852-5005 OPEN 7 DAYS Buy - Self -Trade Sounders informed him that a west coast radio station is still playing their songs and that the magazine was con­ tinually receiving letters asking when the Tug River Valley Boys were going to cut a new album. "He said, 'would you go back on the road if you had a record contract?"' recalled Blankenship from his Chief Noonday Road home. The boys will work out the profit potential before signing on the dotted line. But if the deal goes through, the band will be embark on a new touring schedule, he said. "The past year, we haven't been doing too many shows," said Blankenship. "But before that, we were on the road an average of five days a week." The band's last public per­ formance was one year ago when it played a 14-song set while opening for bluegrass We have “No Problem saving you money. yy car and home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money! Stop in, or call us today for a “No Problem” insurance check-up. K^uto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TktNo Prt)6&m fbopk® TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ Evening Worship .. . .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting..................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service 7 p.m PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone. 543-5488 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Phone: (517) 852-9228 (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road REV. ERIC LISON Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............................ 10a Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday School .............. 945 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 am. P.M Worship.......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ............................... 7 p.m. Corner of Kalamo Highway and. Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship ....... 0:30 a.m. Evening Worship ...... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR RANDY SMITH PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 301 Fuller St., Nashville NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH The group continued to Despite worldwide expo­ fulfill their busy touring sure in Bluegrass Unlimited schedule, playing at festi­ magazine some years ago, vals, lounges and clubs Blankenship said most around Michigan, Indiana shows would only pay and Ohio and went on to cut enough to give $35 to hima second album at Ole self and each of his sons. s'We were sleeping in our Homestead Records in Brighton. "I Wonder Why" cars," he said. "We were re­ was named fbr the title ally roughing it and it just got to be too tough." song, written by Ed, in Even after purchasing a 1985. motor home and taking on Their next record was a more shows, the struggle gospel album called "A Lit­ outweighed the benefits. tle White Church in the Now, the "Boys," have a Valley," made in 1987 at chance to turn it all around. the Great Lakes Recording Though they all have other Studio in Nashville. "So far, they've all done jobs, Blankenship said the real well," said Blankenship. band members are ready to " I more or less got out of do what it takes to make their living playing their in­ playing the big shows about eight years ago. We were struments. "I never thought I would getting calls from all over get there," he said. but the pay wasn't enough to make a decent profit.” Lions outline, from front page gram. The Lions will pay for an examination and a pair of glasses for anyone in the community that needs them and is unable to pay for them." "We also are currently in the process of building a community basketball/ice rink in Lions Park by the water tower, as many people know," said Szymanski. "However we ran into a snag. The contractor, who is doing the work at cost, was caught up in a very large program and was unable to get our project under way before the cold weather ar­ rived. He has promised to construct the project in early May, 1999." For more information on any of the above events or to learn more about the Li­ ons Club's role in the community, contact any member. Lions Club mem­ bership is open to both men and women. Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 cluding at the Charlotte Bluegrass Festival, the state's largest, and at the Milan Bluegrass Festival and the former Little Nashville North Bluegrass Festival in Barry County. The band needed a record­ ings to sell along the way, and cut their first album, "Gift of the Mandolin," at Radcliff Estep Records in Columbus, Ohio in 1980. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren’s Sunday School .9:45 a m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi: south of Nashville) NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Phone (616) 963-7710 Stanley at PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ......... 11 a.m. Church School ................. 0 a.m. Sunday School................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. 1 a.m. legend Ralph DeVos Hall in Grand Rapids. It was there that the group made its last, live audio cas­ sette recording, the latest of four independent recordings made by the group over the years. Some of those tunes are now played occasionally on radio stations across the United States. "Some of the tunes I write, some my son writes," said Blankenship, a native of West Virginia who has lived in Hastings since 1951. "Some of the tunes go back many years, to the Stanleys, Bill Monroe, Flat and Scruggs, and we rear­ range them." Blankenship admits he has turned down four previ­ ous chances to perform with the biggest names in blue­ grass music since he began playing professionally in 1967. But each time, Blanken­ ship knew he would be away from home and the in­ come would be minimal. And, "I wanted to make it on my own," he said. After teaching his sons to play, Blankenship formed the Tug River Valley Boys in the mid-1970s and they made their first appearance together at Charlton Park's former Bluegrass Music Festival, said Blankenship. "Tim King and Bob John­ ston put it together," said Blankenship. "I owe a lot to them because after that, ev­ erybody wanted us." From there, they became regulars at bluegrass festi­ vals around Michigan, in­ Sunday School................. 9:45 A.M. Service........................ n P.M. Service ........................ 7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 M-79 West a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 945 a m Sunday School 11:15 a^m' REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 0 a.m .11 a.'m: Sunday Schoo Worship.......... PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .............. 9 a.m (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evenin 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service 7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �Alma Elizabeth “Betty” Gehman GRAND LEDGE - Alma Elizabeth “Betty” Gehman, age 93, of Grand Ledge, passed away Tuesday, December 29, 1998. She was bom September 16, 1905 in Gunnisonville, the daughter of Herman and Julia Kraus. She grew up in Lansing, she attended Taylor University, Upland, Indiana. Upon graduation she began teaching and married Earl Gehman of Vermontville on June 7, 1927. Living on a farm south of Vermontville, they were active in the Vermontville United Methodist Church and the community for over 50 years and was past president of Vermontville Area Woman’s Club. Betty and Earl loved Florida and travel; the most memorable being an extensive tour of South American Farms in 1960, about which she wrote a series of newspaper articles. Upon retirement, they lived at Morrison Lake, Saranac. Earl preceded her in death in 1984. Since then, Betty has lived in Lansing and Holt, before moving to Grand Ledge in 1998. She was also preceded in death by her two sisters. Betty is survived by her three children, Ann (Morris) Taber of Ann Arbor, Carole (Larry) Essenmacher of Vassar, and William (Cynthia) Gehman of Grand Ledge; seven grandchildren, Mark (Colleen) Taber, Steve (Polly) Taber, Janet (Ken) Alice R. Eaton Staten, David (Donna) Essenmacher, Deborh (Steve) Haggerty, Melissa (Jim) Booth, and Bill R. (Tricia) Gehman, and eight great grandchildren will also miss their “Grandma Gehman”; one sister, Ruth Peterson of Lansing. Funeral Services were held Thursday, December 31, 1998 at the Trinity United Methodist Church, Delta Township. Reverend Rae Frank officiated. Interment took place in Hillside Cemetery, Kalamo Township, Eaton County. Memorials may be made to the Vermontville United Methodist Church Memorial Fund. Arrangements were made by Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Katherine M. Jones GRAND LEDGE - Katherine M. Jones, age 74, of Grand Ledge, passed away December 23, 1998 in Lansing. She was bom March 26, 1924 in Stanton. Katherine was a nurses aid at the Thomapple Manor for 20 years. She enjoyed her home on the Thornapple River and was a devoted grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband of 36 years, John Jones in 1980; mother, Hilda Fedewa; brother, Arthur Edward Neumann in 1930 and infant son, Virgil Jones. She is survived by her daughters, Peg (Ray) Smejhal of South Dakota, Jan (Mike) Mowery of Grand Ledge, Jayne (Steve) Ritter of Texas, and Joyce Burden of Detroit; 14 granddaughters and nine great grandchildren; brothers and sisters, JoAnn (Ron) Cline of Florida, Shirley (Claude) Ovendon, Larry (Barb) Neumann and Gary Fedewa all of Lansing, Butch (Sharron) Fedewa of North Carolina. Funeral Services were held Sunday, December 27, 1998 at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Reverend W.J. “Bill” Amundsen of the Grand Ledge First United Methodist Church officiated. Interment took place Tuesday, December 29, 1998 at the Hastings Township Cemetery, Barry County. For those desiring contributions may be made to the Grand Ledge First United Methodist Church. member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary #8260 Nashville. She enjoyed bowling, playing bingo and doing jig saw puzzles. She was an avid flower gardner and animal lover. She was also preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Josephine Brown; sons, Earl, William, Keith and Ike Eaton; sisters, Eva Rowlader and Edith Wait; brother, Joseph Golden; five grandchildren; one great grandchild; and three great great grandchildren. Mrs. Eaton is survived by seven daughters, Julia Hook of Nashville, Carol Jean Wright of Eaton Rapids, Sally (Leo) Peake NASHVILLE Alice R. Eaton, age 93, of Nashville, passed away Tuesday, December 29, 1998 at Thomapple Manor. Mrs. Eaton was bom on May 1, 1905 in Maple Grove Township, Bany County, the daughter of Ernest & Minnie (Rose) Golden. She was raised in Castleton Township, Bany County and attended the Barryville School and Hastings High School. She was married to Earl “Spike” Eaton on October 1,1923 and he preceded her in death August 26, 1983. They lived in Grand Rapids for a brief time before moving to their home on East Quimby Road, Nashville in 1937. Mrs. Eaton was a of Nashville, Eva (Tom) Bradley of Albion, Dora (Herb) Beeman of Ovid, Alice (Wayne) Allen of Freeport, and Patricia (Ronald) Masunas of Grand Rapids; four sons, Harley (Lillian) Eaton of Charlotte, Arnold (Judy) Eaton of Nashville, James (Carolyn) Eaton of Eaton Rapids, and Steven Eaton of Charlotte; 57 grandchildren; 125 great grandchildren; 24 great great grandchildren; son-in­ law, John Brown of Battle Creek; two daughters-inlaw, Bernice Eaton of Vermontville and Debbie Eaton of Nashville. Funeral Services for Mrs. Eaton were held Monday, January 4,1999 at Wren Funeral Home. Reverend Susan Trowbridge officiated. Burial took place in the Barryville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville’s Putnam Library. cheitvijs V HAIR SHOP I CHERYL PIERCE Owner ■X 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Kerwin Darryl Booher, age 62, of Lucas, passed away Tuesday, December 29, 1998 at his residence in Lucas. He was born March 6, 1936 in Hastings, the son of Russell and Mabel (VanBlarcom) Booher. Kerwin retired from the United States Postal Service in 1998, where he had been a mail carrier for the Cadillac area and previously for the Manistee area. Kerwin was a veteran of the United States Armed Forces. He was a life member of the American Veterans Post #110 in Cadillac, a member of the American Legion Post #300 in Lake City and the Eagles Lodge in Lake City. Kerwin is survived by two sons, Joseph (Dawn) Booher of Middleville, and Keith (Linda) Booher of Toledo, Ohio; granddaughter, Devann Booher of Toledo, Ohio; mother, Mabel Booher of Vermontville; two Broker, brothers, Vernon (Ann) Booher of Lake Odessa, and Durwood (Jeanne) Booher of Battle Creek; special friend, Pearl Mead of Lucas. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Wexford-Missaukee. Arrangements were made by the Terwilliger Funeral Home in Kaleva. 1998. He will be sadly missed by his parents, David and Pamela Shilton; his brothers and sister, Brett and fiancee, Kimberly Kleiman, Chad, Jared, and Lyndsay Shilton; his grandparents, Wallace and Arden Wynsma and Floyd and Marjorie Shilton; his great grandmother, Cecil Schleicher; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Daren was currently a student at the Tennessee Call 945-9554 for ACTION-Ads! 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This home is priced to buy._ (N-52) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 5, 1999 - Page 4 Local man named executive chef at Hastings eatery Executive Chef Jason Strotheide, (left) and sous chef Chris Hubbarth show a popular homemade dessert- peanut butter pie. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer A career dream came true for Jason Strotheide of Nashville recently when he was promoted to executive chef at Jonny Conoon's Restaurant of Hastings. The dream come true is especially sweet for Strotheide because he has been cooking his entire pro­ fessional life. "I love cooking," said Nashville Chiropractic Center ~ Back Pain * Neck Pain * ~ Leg Pain ~ Blue Cross - Medicare Provider Dr. Michael N. Callton, D.C. Michigan Chiropractic Society Member Call today! (517) 852-2070 307 N. Main St., Nashville Strotheide. "It's constantly changing, always new. With this promotion I can fully realize many of the ideas I’ve had and change things I think need changing." Strotheide, who moved to Nashville at 3 years of age, started cooking under Helmut Klett, at Helmut's Kaffeehaus, which was a restaurant in Nashville on Main Street that featured European/German/Austrian and American cuisine. "I lucked out basically," Strotheide said. "I started out washing dishes. Then slowly, he started training me in the kitchen. He's an amazing chef, very creative, he's a culinary gold medal­ ist." "He started by teaching me the basics, showing me how to make all different kinds of breads, homemade soups and sauces. Then I moved on to features.' Strotheide cooked under Klett for two years before two years. was in time that he worked his way up to Sous Chef. "It's a fancy word for kitchen man­ ager," he said with a laugh. "It was a really free place to work. The head chef, David Carroll, let us be as creative as we wanted, and we learned from our mistakes. He let us create our own fea­ tures, experiment. It's defi­ nitely where "the bug bit," where 1 knew cooking was something I wanted to do for a long time." After the Piccadilly Grill, Strotheide worked at a cou­ ple different restaurants, in­ cluding Schuler's in Mar­ shall, where he met up with Klett once again. After a year there, he went to the newly opened Darkhorse Brewing Co. in Marshall, where he met Chef Al Worrnan who eventually convinced him to work at a new Italian restaurant in Hastings, Jonny Conoon's. Since being promoted to executive chef, Strotheide says he has many ideas for the restaurant. "We will be coming out with a new menu in late January. I want to include a wider variety of items, and ideas from our regular cus­ tomers. Basically, I want to offer food I feel will be more accessible to the peo­ ple in the area. Let's face it some people don't feel like eating quail every night,” he said with a smile. "Not that quail isn't good, but there are a lot of people scared off by high prices and exotic food. I want to bring a bal­ ance, create a menu where people can afford to eat here once a week instead of once a month, or only for special occasions. 1 want to keep a balance though, and offer the quail, but also offer spaghetti and meatballs." "We are lowering prices a bit so that there will be din­ ners priced from $6 or $7 up to $18. This, I believe will give us the chance to be ac­ cessible to more people, while at the same time not losing the quality of the food we prepare here." Strotheide said that though he enjoys the many different facets of cooking, what he enjoys most is making someone a quality meal, using the freshest in­ gredients, and herbs. Jason Strotheide, of Nashville, with one of his specialties- grilled salmon with a lime/orange salsa. I like cooking because when I make a great meal and I see someone in the dining room raving about the food, it's instant gratifi­ cation," Strotheide said. When not cooking, Strotheide might be found playing bass guitar in one of the local Nashville bands. He said he has played with blues bands for years. "We used to do open mike night at Two-J's," he said. Strotheide said the best part about living in Nashville is that "you don't have to lock your doors. You know everyone." He said he has no plans to leave Nashville. "I love it here, my family is here, and my fiancee's family is here. We are here to stay." Strotheide is engaged to Melissa Lingoes, and the wedding is planned for next year. Strotheide said he most likely be cooking for the rest of his life. "It's an art, there's a science to it,' he said. And his favorite part of the meal? "Dessert! The tiramisu we serve at the resturant is my recipe. It's delicious," he said with a smile. ^brnappie RN’S/LPN’S We currently have full and part time openings. Prefer candidates with LTC experience. If interested, submit a completed application with attached resume to the Director of Nursing. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 5, 1999 - Page 5 Vermontville Hardware expanding offerings section will be undergoing construction soon to build an office on the second floor. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer From coffee makers to candles to toys to household cleaners, Vermontville Hardware is offering more than just hardware these days, said owner Greg Wendorf. Greg, who owns the hardware with his wife, Chris, and his parents, Dale and Mary Wendorf, has ex­ panded products, put in new shelving and expanded the store. The Wendorfs pur­ chased the store from Doug g Durkee earlier this year. "What we are after," Greg said, "is making the store more customer oriented so that when they come in, it's easy to find where things are. We are also expanding product lines and introduc­ ing new products. We listen to what the customer wants to see in the store, and we try to get those things in." A large portion of new products on the shelves in­ clude household items such as lamps, framed pictures, appliances, hair dryers, can­ dles, meat grinders, toy sets such as farm equipment, oil lamps and sleds, to name a few. "Last summer someone came in looking for a wed­ ding present and we wanted to be able to offer some­ thing other than a bathroom sink, so we brought in gifts for any occasion, you need variety to stay competitive" said Greg. Greg said that not only has the store expanded prod­ ucts, but new shelving has been installed as well, and products have been spread out so that the customers can more easily locate what they need. Greg recently brought in a new paint chip display with extended colors. He also has consolidated products in sec- Dale Wendorf stands by some of the new products in the Vermontville Hardware. tions that "go together." "We have a paint wall, we've also put our plumb­ ing and heating together. In May I will attend a hardware show and get a new setup for the nuts and bolts,' Greg said. "At first people would come in and say 'you changed everything around!' and I would say, well, that's what makes life interesting doesn't it?" said Mary. "But things are a lot more orga­ nized now." "That's not to say- we have all those colors in stock all the time, though," he said with a laugh. "We are very open to suggestions," said Greg. "We will special order any­ thing we can. I'll look up anything that is hard to find — love the challenge." See hardware, pg. 8 Frank Purchis Jr. 80th birthday Greg Wendorf, standing by some of the new displays at Vermontville Hardware, says his favorite part of the hardware business is meeting and helping the customers. THE PERFECT GIFT - Every fisherman needs this map HASTINGS 4 Free Drink Refills .250 Corn Refills This 4 foot by 4 foot map shows virtually all of the 35,000 miles of MICHIGAN streams and lakes, on both peninsulas. 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The dates that appear are the editions of the Maple Valiev News stories appeared in: that the Dec. 8 — "Reaching Milestones": Maple Onge were both honored for going over 100 win in their prep pigskin careers. Mittelstaedt. Maple Valley's head varsity coach, has guided the Lions program to a State runner-up finish in 1997 and the Stale semifinals in 1992. St. Onge has worked with M.V.'s junior varsity program for 14 years and has enjoyed similar success. Valley High School football coaches Guenther Mittelstaedt and Gary St. Nov. 10 — "Area runners, teams run for medals, seasons best* Dec. 1 — "Patrick named to All-State football team": Maple Valley runningback Andy Patrick was an honorable mention pick for the Class CC All-State football team Patrick scored 128 points in '98 and gained 1,110 yards. He also was a standout on the Lions’ defense. Jerry Reese finally said good-bye to the Lions' basketball programs, but not before enjoying much success and many happy moments. Daiwn Stlilne w has a statn Gdout din Vsplolrts Satt Mtaple Valley High School and now she i playing college hoops at Grand Valley State. Maple Valley's girls cross country team returned to State in '98 and enjoyed its time at the Michigan Speedway. at State": For a third consecutive year, Maple Valley's girls cross country team went to the Stale finals. The '98 lady harriers included Carissa Keasler, Becky Wilson, Hayley Todd, Cassady Murphy, Heidi Eberly, Cristina Desrochers, Andrea Mace and Coach Gary Hamilton. Eberly led the pack at the Stale finals, held al the Michigan Speedway in Brooklyn, with a 25lh place 20:11. Nov. share 3 "Valley girls SMAA cross country title": Maple Valley's banner cross country season included a share of the league crown. Maple Valley's boys squad had three runners who earned Andy Patrick was an area leader .in points, yards gained and tackles and earned - ae onorsasaresu. Oct. 27 "It takes overtime, but Maple Valley prevails over St. Philip": Once again Maple Valley and St. Phil found themselves in a classic high school football game and once again the good boys came out on top, 22-20. A key defensive play was made by Jacob Cole and Andy Patrick did the offensive damage in the extra session with a touchdown and a two-point conversion. Aug. 11 — "Lions' grad wrestles in Fargo Natk als": Maple Valley standout wrestler Jason Grasman competed in the Junior Freestyle Nationals held in Fargo, N.D. AJLS.MAA. recognition: July 2 — "Stine has aw es o me_ time__ time .in Ryan Emerick. Paul Baird and Ken Rhoades. Continued nextpage �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 5, 1999 - Page 7 Curtis-Pontius exchange vows Best man was Jeremy Beckstead, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Matt Wilson, friend of the groom and Jared Curtis, brother of the bride. Ring bearer was Austin Casarez (Curtis), nephew of the bride. Ushers were Jason Charon and Josh Knight, friends of the couple. Master and mistress of ceremonies were Roger and Jean Cronk. Katie Newton sang “God Bless Our Love” during the lighting of the unity candle. The couple honeymooned on Jekyll Island in Georgia. They reside in Vermontville. Shannon Lee Curtis of Woodland and Kenneth D. Pontius III of DeWitt were united in marriage on Satur­ day, Sept. 19, 1998, by Rev. Cal Beagle, at the First Con­ gregational Church in St. Johns. Parents of the bride are Catherine Curtis of Wood­ land and Jerry Curtis of Hastings. Parents of the Man sentenced, from page 1 causing to the children at the time the offenses occurred. "And, he doesn't care now," he said. "The impact he was having on the child had no impact on Mr. Lewis. This reveals the cor­ rupted character of Mr. Lewis which offers dim prospects for rehabilitation. It didn't prevent him from molesting (the victim), it shouldn't prevent him from going to prison." Defense attorney Gordon Shane McNeill, however, said Lewis is remorseful. "To Mr. Lewis' credit, he waived the preliminary examination for the benefit of the child," who was not forced to testify, said McNeill. "He takes full responsibility, he has made himself available for every court date and is ready to accept his punishment." McNeill read a letter to the court, written to Judge Fisher by Lewis' mother. "I know he is sorry for what he has done," she wrote. "I feel sad for what he has done and I love him a lot." Though the victims did not testify, Fisher noted that the situation is sad for everyone involved. "I take these kinds of said just prior to sentencing. "I've seen the long term affects these types of offenses have on the victims. I have to impose a sentence that I think is fair." Subscribe TODAY! RECEIVE all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner Call...945-9554 The Hastings Banner cases very seriously," he The Best Checking groom are Ken and Karen Pontius Jr. of DeWitt. Matron of honor was Marcy (Carpenter) Charon, friend of the bride. Brides­ maids were Jenny Liver­ more, friend of the bride, and Kristin Pontius, sister of the groom. Flower girl was Bailey VanVeldhuizen, cou­ sin of the bride. Account In Town! Top sports stories, from pg. 6-------sports career": Just like Trevor Wawiernia, M.V.'s male athlete of the year. Dawn Stine had a great time and enjoyed plenty of success with the Lions. Stine holds four school records in basketball and is now playing at Grand Valley State University. She was red-shirted by Grand Valley for the '98-99 campaign. July 28 Maple Valley Car Wash sparkles in Mayor's Tournament": An area baseball squad was given a chance to compete in the big Battle Creek Mayor's Tournament and made the most of its opportunity. Team members were Mike Silsbee, Owen Blakely. Ryan Goris, Jake Andrews, Jarred Goris, Coach Rob Goris. Dave Andrews, Jason Silsbee. Josh Cook, Leland Jennings, Darin Thrun. Eric Smith. Jeremy Wiser. Dave Thrun. Cam Smith. Jeff Taylor. Will Haggerty and DeQuan Morris. May 26 "M.V. athletes to take part in State track finals": A number of Lions got a chance to run at the State finals in Midland. The group included Erica Krolik, Dawn VanderVlucht. Andrea Mace. Heidi Eberly. Terilyn VanOrder. Bethany Poyer. Looking for a i PRINTER? Call... \945-9554y Erin Booher, David Taylor and Brandon Phenix. May 12 "M.V. basketball coach to step down": After leading the Lions' basketball program to much success and enjoyment during a long career, Coach Jerry Reese finally retired from his coaching endeavors. The Lions boys in '97 went to the State quarterfinals. The Lady Lions also had their winning moments during Reese's time with the M.V. eagers. May 5 "Invite title, home runs highlight week in baseball": Maple Valley won its third consecutive Maple Valley Invitational title beating Belding 4-3 in the championship contest. Chris Hartwell supplied the game-winning RBI and Trevor Wawiernia scored the run. March 3 — "Maple Valley's M.V.P.'s": Tom and Darlene Joostberns were honored by Maple Valley High School for their volunteer efforts and the organizational efforts with the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. Jan. 6 — "Lions grab four medals at own wrestling tournament": Four Lions won medals at the 1998 Maple Valley Invitational. Trevor'Wawiernia went 3-0 to win the 140-pound weight class. Randy Silsbee was third at 125. Tyler Robbins was third at 135 and Jason Grasman was fourth at heavyweight. What makes it best? Look at these benefits. ✓ Open an account with just $50.00 after that there's No Minimum Balance required. 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Tuesday, January 5. 1999 - Page 8 HGB Wellness offers free yoga and NIA samplers Dale, (left) and Greg Wendorf help two customers with a plumbing project at Vermontville Hardware. Hardware, from page 5 . Greg said that with the expanding of products and the variety, he is aiming to save customers time and trips to different stores. "I started noticing that when the farmers would come in to get screws and bolts or what not, that they would always have to go to another store for a pop be­ fore heading out of town, so I put in a pop cooler to save them the trip. But that's only one reason, because I found myself having to run EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe ■ Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO QUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVELWELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available 726-0088 (517) 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE across the street for pop a lot, too, so I save myself the trip," Greg laughed. The hardware has already expanded to double the size of the back room, Greg said. In January, construction will start in the store to tear down the loft toward the back of the store, and install an office on the second floor. The bathroom will move up there also, Greg said. This will increase floor space and give customers a chance to see Greg in his of­ fice, because it will all be open. Greg also has plans to expand the building by tear­ ing out the back wall and adding about 55 feet. He said he plans to have this include a side entrance to the store. "I really want to expand the store so that we can get into rental equipment — power tools, jack hammers, augers, compactors, you name it. Because that will save a trip into Charlotte. Because when you are pay­ ing to rent something for three hours, no one wants to spend an hour of that time on the road, transporting the equipment," Greg said. Greg said the fun part about the hardware business is helping people solve problems. "You have to be able to visualize what people are talking about when they come in with a problem," he said. "Usually they will come in and say, 'I need one of those do-hickeys, you know those things with the knob on them for my pro­ ject — and you have to know what they are talking about. We talk people through projects, encourage them to fix what they can themselves. We give per­ sonal service. It's the differ­ ence between us and Meijer's." Greg said he wants to ex­ pand the store enough to support more employees. "I use GM retired help,” he laughed. Currently, besides his family, Stan Graham, and Jo Hammond, a Maple Val­ ley High School, student work in the store. "I am just trying to ex­ pand in every way possible. I want to bring into the store what people need and want." Men’s breakfast slated for Jan. 9 The next Vermontville United Methodist Men’s Community Breakfast will be held on Saturday, Jan. 9, from 7 to 10 a.m. Goodwill offering will be accepted. Card OfThanks I WOULD LIKE TO THANK the Vermontville community for the gift I received from them. Keith Seitz. THE FAMILY OF MARK P. ANDREWS wish to thank the many friends and relatives who have remembered us with prayers, cards, presence and countless other gestures. Our thanks to the Nashville Ambu­ lance and Fire Personnel, Doctor Swanson and the nurses in Pennock ER, Reverend Jim Hynes for the lovely service, the UMW and others who provided for the luncheon, Richard Genther for his helpful assistance. Your thoughtfullness and care will never be forgotten. Joe & Marge Andrews, Doris Andrews, Chris & Pat, Dan & Diane Smith. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO -Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604,_________________ Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 7P & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS,We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604, REPO: MUST SELLwill look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800672-9604. ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. Holistic movement is the newest craze in fitness. With less impact, the holistic movements are great for everyone, regardless of size or fitness level and another healthy benefit is stress re­ duction. Holistic movements can help you tune in to your body, concentrate on breath­ ing, and relax. The Hayes Green Beach Wellness Center in Charlotte has four courses that begin in January, and two free samplers for anyone inter­ ested in trying this mind­ body fitness experience. Morning Hatha Yoga with JoAnne Martinie is offering a sampler on Tuesday, Jan. 5, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Hatha Yoga incorporates gentle stretching, breathing, and re­ laxation to retune and un­ wind the body, mind and spirit. NIA is gentle, joyful movement for people of all sizes and fitness levels. This expressive mind-body fit- Small Animal Association to meet All 4-H shooting sports members, leaders and par­ ents are invited to attend the first shooting sports meet Saturday, Jan. 9. All BB gun, .22 eat, muz­ zleloading, trap, skeet and air pellet participants will meet from 10 a.m. to noon and archery will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. Both sessions will take place at the 4-H Build­ ing on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. There will be lots of gen­ eral information and updates shared. Members should bring their equipment. Equipment will be checked and information shared on equipment needs. For more information, call the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office at (517) 543­ 2310 or (517) 372-5594. 4-H Shooting Sports Meet will be January 9 The next Eaton County Small Animal Association meeting will be Wednesday, Jan. 13, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County office build­ ing in Charlotte. Officers for 1999 will be elected. Any Eaton County 4-H rabbit, goat or poultry project members, leaders or parents are encouraged to at­ tend. Plans for the Eaton County 4-H Rabbit Show will be shared. For further information, call Anne Pease at the Eaton County MSUExtension of­ fice at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. ness course, with leader Mitzi Montague-Bauer, will have a sampler Thursday, Jan. 7, fro 7 to 8 p.m. Both of the samplers are in the HGB Wellness Center aerobics studio, which has a professional-grade dance floor. Class size is limited, so pre-registration for the free classes is required. Call the Wellness Center at 517-543-9575 to reserve a space. Barry County Commission on Aging menu, schedule Lite Meals Menu Wednesday, Dec. 30 Homemade chicken salad on whole wheat bread, baked bean salad, fruited jello. Thursday, Dec. 31 Homemade egg salad on whole wheat bread, cole slaw salad, plums. Friday, Jan. 1 Happy New Year. Closed. Hearty Meals Wednesday, Dec. 30 Chef’s special. Thursday, Dec. 31 Swedish meatballs, dinner roll, stewed tomatoes, green beans, fruit juice. Friday, Jan. 1 Happy New Year. Closed. Events Wednesday, Dec. 30 Hastings, craft day; Nashville, social day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, birthday party. Thursday, Dec. 31 - Happy New Year. Closed. Friday, Jan. 1 Happy New Year. Closed. School lunch menu Maple Valley Elementary Schools Lunch Menus Wednesday, Jan. 6 Chef’s salad, applesauce bread, fruit cocktail, choco­ late pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Jan. 7 Cheese Pizza, carrot sticks, pear halves, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Fuller Dominos. Friday, Jan. 8 Tacos, whole kernel corn, pineapple, birthday cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Jan. 11 Nachos, applesauce, chur­ ro, raisins, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Jan. 12 Pizza pocket, green beans, peaches, chocolate cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 6 Choose One - Club sand­ wich, pizza, chicken sand- wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, broccoli, cheese, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. Thursday, Jan. 7 Choose One - Spaghetti, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, Jan. 8 Choose One - Tacos, piz­ za, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel corn, pineapple, juice, milk. Monday, Jan. 11 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, carrot stocks, pineapple, juice, milk. Tuesday, Jan. 12 Choose One - Pocket piz­ za, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, peach cup, juice, milk. Wanted Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging Leonard Hughes, Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb For Sale FOR SALE: Hard Maple, Ash, Cherry, mixed. Cut, split, deliv­ ered. $40 face cord plus tax. No Sunday sales. Call Kent Hamilton 517-852-1864. 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville J Mien. 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A woman who will give her heart and soul to make a relationship work is this single white mom, 22, 5*8", with brown hair and eyes, who would like to meet a very loving single black male, over 22. She is into skiing, camping, long walks and family time. Ad#.9749 FAMILY-ORIENTED Single white female, 22, 5*5”, full-figured, with long blonde hair and hazel eyes, is seeking an open-minded single male, 1u-35. Ad#.9447 SHARE IN HER DREAMS You'll find more than attraction in this sweet and happy single black female, 50, 5*4”, 130lbs., who o likes children, music, cooking, going to movies and quiet times at home. She wishes to meet a very respectful single black male, 49-52. Ad#.8O41 PRETTY BROWN EYES Understanding single black female, 38, 5'7", likes reading, ding, norseback riding and walking in the rain.. She seeks single male, 33-48, to share fun times and commitment. Ad#.7347 ARE YOU FOR HER? If you need a little fun in life, then meet this kind-hearted single white female, 40,5’3”, fullfigured, with blonde hair and blue eyes, who f searches to find a generous single gentleman, 34-60 She likes sports, bowling, camping, music and dining out. Ad#.8291 HONESTY IS THE KEY Single white mom, 35, 5*7”, 125lbs., with strawberry-blonde hair and blue eyes, who enjoys going to church and spending time with her children, seeks a single white male, 32-40. Ad#.72O6 YOU NEVER KNOW Vibrant single white professional female, 39, 5’6", 127lbs., who enjoys the great outdoors, seeks an exuberant, outgoing single white male, 32-50, with a positive ositive outlook on life. Ad#.8131 ARE YOU THAT SPECIAL MAN Then call this fun and loving single white female, 43, 5'3", with blonde nair and hazel eyes, who enjoys reading, biking, swimming and nature walks. She searches for a sweet, honest and big-hearted single white male, 44­ 48. Ad#.8144 ANY TRUE GENTLEMAN LEFT? 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Ad#.9O63 DOWN-TO-EARTH Easygoing and employed single white male, 40, 571", with blond hair and green eyes, enjoys computers and working around his house. He seeks a sincere single white ffemale, 33-43, who enjoys nice times at home. Ad#.7454 A KIND Gl JOE Single white male, 31,6’, 200lbs., with blond hair and blue eyes, is seeking a single white female, 21-45, who enjoys snowmobiling, having fun and more. Ad#.7286 AMBITIOUS Hardworking divorced white dad of two, 34, 5'9", with brown hair and eyes, who enjoys hot rods, hockey, golf, boating, swimming and yard work, is looking for an outgoing, spontaneous single white female, 24-40. Ad#.884O LOOKING FOR LOVE Outgoing single white male, 28,6*. with brown hair and green eyes, who enjoys listening to music, singing and movies, is seeking an out­ going, loving single white female. Ad# .8893 Only $1.99 p6f lWnUt^ill^e.cbafgedfe^r>itohly telephone bill. An open and honest relationship is what is 28year-old single white male, 6'2”, 175lbs., with light brown hair and green eyes, seeks with a single white female, 18-40. He’s a skilled tradesman who enjoys horseback riding, the beach and more. Ad#.9635 STARTS WITH A DATE Best described as funny and outgoing, but serious when necessary, this single white male, 47, 6*. 175lbs., with brown hair and green eyes, searches for a petite single Asian female, under 50. Ad#.8528 QUIET TIMES To listen to area singles describe hemselvesdrtorespond toads, call A talkative, retired single white mate, 53, 5’8”, who likes the outdoors, motorcycles, camping and sports, is seeking a kind, compassionate, slender single white female, with similar inter­ ests. Ad#.9195 SAY YOU WILL FAMILY-ORIENTED Hardworking, outgoing, witty single white dad, 36, 5'11", 160lbs., with black hair and hazel eyes, enjoys line dancing, hunting, fishing and spending time with kids. He seeks a single white female, under 39. 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He’s a sensitive, humor­ ous guy who treats others as he’d want to be treated. He wants to meet a single female, 21­ 46. Ad#.7661 He's a professional single white dad, 39, 6’, 150lbs.,, with brown hair/eyes, hair/eye a slim build, who enjoys art, the beach, spending time with his kiids,, boating and more. He’s seeking a pos posi­ tive,, humorous single white female, 25-45. 25-4 Ad#.9381 SuperClubs Friendly and sincere, with good morals,, is this single white female, 62,5'9 with salt and pepper hair and brown eyes, who searches tor a non-smoking, pleasant single white male, under 68. Sne Is into movies, dining out, golfing and bowling. Ad#.7184 COUNTRY LIVING Self-employed single white male, 54, 57”, 180lbs., with brown hair/eyes, who is outgoing and fun-loving, wants to meet a single white female, 37-50, who enjoys the beach, dancing, dining out, tennis, sailing and travel. 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M D H W S WW N/S J NA ISO LTR P Male B Black Divorced F Female Hispanic C Christian A Asian White Single G Gay Widowed Non-smoker Jewish Native American In search of... Lona term relationship Professional Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM, GL 1228 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 5, 1999 — Page 10 Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Jan. 1-Mar 15 Jan. 7 Jan. 11 Jan. 13 Jan. 14 Jan. 14 Jan. 14 Jan. 15-17 Jan. 15 Jan. 20 Jan. 24 Jan. 25 Feb. 5-7 Harold Glassen Air Rifle Postal League Competition. Poultry Development Committee meeting, 6:30 p.m. Extension Office. Entries Due in Extension Office for Animal Science Communication Contest. Horse Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Goat Developmental Committee meeting, 6: 30 p.m. Extension Office. Young Clover Developmental Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m. Extension Office. Small Animal Sale Committee meeting 7: 30 p.m. Extension Office. Horse Judging and Management Confer­ ence Kettunen Center. Market steers must be in members/youth’s possession. 4-H Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. Dressage Clinic, 1 p.m., Mystic Marsh Farm, Delton. Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m., Hastings High School Ag Room. Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and Yea Work­ shop, Kettunen Center. Horton’s “Online” Notebook “Commentary” www.hortonnotebook.com cQibrnapple 3-11 RN SUPERVISOR We currently have one full time opening on our 2nd shift for an RN Supervisor. Candidates should have LTC and supervisory experience. Interested candi­ dates should submit a completed application with attached resume to the Director of Nursing. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE Oneta Laurent NASHVILLE - Oneta Laurent, age 85, of Nashville, passed away Friday, January 1, 1999 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. She was bom July 31, 1913 in Potterville, the daughter of Thomas and Zoa (Sharp) Edwards. She attended Potterville Schools and married Cecil Harris in December of 1934. The marriage ended in divorce and she married Virgil Laurent in 1950. He preceded her in death April 10, 1961. She was employed in various factories, was a manager at the Nashville Dime Store, and worked at various restaurants. She was a member of the Nashville Baptist Church and was a life member of the Nashville V.F.W. Auxiliary. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Russell Edwards, and an infant sister, Leia Edwards. She is survived by her children, Arleen McCrimmon of Nashville, Ardis Wilkins of Hastings, Robert Harris of New The Twistars Gymnastics Club, in Diamondale, will hold its third annual invitational at the new Summit facility Jan. 8-10 and Cashel Lynn Harp will be one of the stars competing in the national show. Harp, of Nashville, has eight years of training in tion in an organized way. The contest is open to any 4-H member between 9 and 19 years of age. You may even be presented with spe­ cial awards and trips. Those who plan to partici­ pate may get an entry form and contest information at the Extension office. The cost to enter is $5 per individual contest for the first contest entered and $4 for each additional individual contest entered. Entries and Eaton Jr. Livestock Association to meet The next Eaton County Jr. Livestock Association meet­ ing will be Wednesday, Jan. 6 at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Office Building in Charlotte. NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W98 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Huntington Bank during regular banking hours, starting at 9 am on: January 8th, 9th, 29th and 30th; February y 12th,, 13th,, 26th and 27th Any taxes received after March 1, 1999 will be delinquent and returned to taxpayer. Delinquent taxes will be payable to Eaton County Treasurer with a 4% penalty plus interest. Postmarks will not be accept­ ed as payment date. Dog licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and non­ neutered spayed dog is $12.00. After March 1, 1999 they will be $25 00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Proof of upto ateraesvaccination is required. Tfx,es a.nd *>9 Senses may be paid other days at my home by appointment or by U.S. Mail. THANK YOU ROBERT D. HYVARINEN Sunfield Township Treasurer 8935 W. Mt. Hope Hwy., Vermontville, Ml. 49096 Phone #517-566-8913 the Nashville Baptist Church. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Harp to compete in Twistars meet second in the floor and was an all-around champion at a meet in Sterling Heights during March. The invitational meet is a world class competition with over 1,200 gymnasts. Gymnasts in levels 5-10 will be on hand from places like Florida, Maryland and even El Salvador. Michigan State University's gymnastic teams will also hold a quad meet Jan. 10 with the University of Missouri, the University of Iowa, Ball State University and the Spartans taking part. One of the local talents will also compete during the event is Katie Teft. Teft, a high school senior, holds numerous titles and was an alternate for the 1996 United States Olympic team. gymnastics and is currently competing in level 5. Her favorite event is the vault and she has done well in the that particular event during her short career. Harp placed third in the vault competition and was an all-around champion at the Gasprilla meet in Tampa, Fla. She also placed Animal Science Communications contest planned for February 13 There are many ways to participate in the 1999 4-H Animal Science Communi­ cations contest Feb. 13 at Michigan State University. There’s photography, art, public speaking, demonstra­ tions, and posters to name a few. You pick a topic (needs to be animal or veterinary science related), choose what to say and decide how you are going to say it. You’ll learn lots about presenting ideas, concepts and informa- to Hampshire, and Sharon Crist of Portland; eleven grandchildren, and many great grandchildren; sister­ in-law, Edna Edwards of Nashville. Graveside Services will be held at a later date at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made Any Eaton County 4-H beef, sheep, swine, dairy steer or’veal project mem­ bers, leaders or parents are encouraged to attend. There will be an educational pro­ gram provided. For further information call Anne Pease at the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517)372-5594. Area birth announced GIRL, Garth and Stacey (Hawblitz) Davison are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Isabella Lillian, on Nov. 28, 1998 at 8:39 a.m. at Bronson Methodist Hospital, Kala­ mazoo. Isabella weighed 8 lbs. 12 ozs. and was 22 inches long. Proud grandparents in­ clude Steve and Mary Slag, and Wayne and Lois Ham­ monds, Vermontville, Ken and Kisuk Hawblitz, Rich­ land. Great grandparents Helen Swan and Blair and Leila Hawblitz, Nashville, Don and Esther Martin, Ver­ montville. Great-great grandmother, Fern Hawblitz, Nashville. fees are due at the Eaton County MSU Extension of­ fice in Charlotte no later than Monday, Jan. 11, at 5 p.m. For further information, call Anne Pease, 4-H pro­ gram assistant, at the Eaton County MSU Extension of- For more information, contact coach and owner of Twistars USA Gymnastics Club John Geddert at (517) 322-0360. fice at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. ^Qiornapplc Mite. CLINICAL DIETARY MANAGER Registered Dietitian to manage the clinical aspects of a 138 bed County owned Skilled Nursing Facility. Will function as co­ department head along with Dietary Production Manager. Must have at least 2 years experience in long-term care dealing with assessments, MDS’s and care plans, therapeutic diets, menu plan­ ning, etc. Will consider 4 year degree in dietetics.. Excellent wages, fringes and working conditions. Please send resume along with salary history to: Lynn Sommerfield, Administrator, Thornapple Manor, 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE cQibrnapple f*1 INFORMATION SERVICES ASSISTANT (MEDICAL) This position will provide computer • hardware/software support by assisting the Information Services Director, pro­ vide clerical support by performing word processing func­ tions, and serve as back-up for the receptionist and billing clerk. Previous billing experience in the medical field a plus. Thomapple Manor offers excellent wages and benefits. If interested, please send resume with salary history to: Human Resources Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE �Looking PRINTER? JFULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! 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Woodiwiss; The Vampire Ar­ mand, by Anne Rice; Find- library. The book was the creation of the hard working members of the Sunfield History Seekers. The library has many hol­ iday books, magazines, and videos available to the com- Love to Wear Blach? You'll love our... t BASIC BLACK SALE!! 20% Off... Black BOOTS - Men’s, ladies’, kids’ western and work styles. gS1 ••• Black HATS - Men’s, ladies’, kids’. g Black I EANS - Men’s & ladies’. • Black IACKETS - Adult & children’s sizes. • Black AUSSIE COATS HURRY! Shop early for best selection. Southern Shoe & Boot Co S' S 234 N. Main - Across from Hardware (517) 852-2540 SB OPEN Monday-Friday 10 to 6; Saturday 10 to 3 QE9 Matthews; westerns, Escape from Yuma, by Jack Cum­ mings, Buckskin Brigades, by L. Ron Hubbard; and Man from the Desert, by Luke Short; adventure, Deep Dive, by Doug Homig; four Sue Grafton alphabet mys­ teries, B is for Burglar, C is for Corpse, D is for Dead­ beat, and G is for Gumshoe. Adult Non-fiction: Un­ daunted Courage; Meri­ wether Lewis, Thomas Jef­ ferson, and the Opening of the American West, by Stephen Ambrose, is the book that the Lewis and Clark PBS series was based on; Franklin: Writings, is compilation of Benjam Franklin’s writings, includ­ ing his autobiography and Poor Richard’s Almanac. Donations are, Keep It Working... Longer, Better!, which is a do-it-yourself manual on maintenance and minor repair of common household items; Bill Moy­ ers a World of Ideas, is a compilation of Mr. Moyers’ interviews with experts in different fields about Ameri­ can life and culture. Young Adult: Just Friends and Keep the Faith, by Laura Peyton Roberts, are books 5 and six of her Clearwater Crossing fiction series. Junior: Trains, by Julian Holland, is a giant-sized, vi­ sual history of trains that will captivate young lovers of train books and a few adults, too. Depicted is the entire history of trains, right up to present, using cutaway drawings, captions and cap­ tivating art of many locomo­ tives. Its like a coffee table 7. •7. mRAT 0 -and- Fresh Meat Market IGA Ph 726-0640 Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile '7; Meat Mi Mi V 6 A />■ Mi 19 89 Plus Deposit 50 ^1 IGA 15-1/4 Oz. Mixed Garden 4# Boneless Chuck Roast 5# Ground Beef from Chuck 3# Bulk Sausage • 5# Pork Steak 5# Pork Chops 5# Round Steak 5# Chicken Leg Qtrs. 5# Bacon 00 - Call for FREE Estimates - 5# Boneless Chuck Roast 5# Ground Beef from Chuck 5# Sliced Bacon 5* Hot Dogs 5# Round Steak 5# Pork Steak Pepsi Product Meat Bundle # Marketing Crops “Livestock/Crop Producer Al­ liances.” The day will con­ clude with a discussion on Risk Management. Speakers for the program will include an MSU spe­ cialist, MSU Extension agents and local elevator representatives. The program registration fee is $15 and includes edu­ cational materials, refresh­ ments and lunch. Producers are encouraged to contact the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office at (517) 543­ 2310 to pre-register for the program. Future programs are being planned in “Risk Manage­ ment and in New Economic Realities - Taking Charge of Your Future.” HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 51 7-726-0323 2 Liter SALE! Vermontville Grocery Current low grain prices and forecast of the same will affect grain producers in the Eaton County area. MSU Extension is provid­ ing several programs to help producers address the cur­ rent situation. The first of these programs is a grain marketing seminar to be held on Thursday, Jan. 21, at the Eaton County Office Build­ ing from 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. This marketing program will deal with topics like Mini-Forecast, Marketing Tools, and Understanding Futures and Options; Ad­ dressing Local Market Situ­ ations; and Cost of Produc­ tion in Marketing Decisions. The program will also in­ clude a discussion on Value Added Marketing and Farmer Co-ops; and Direct 10# Boneless Chuck Roast 10# Ground Beef from Chuck IO# Chicken Leg 1/4’s IO# Round Steak IO# Breaded Pork Cutlets IO# Pork Steak IO# Country Style Ribs IO# Pork Sausaae ae RODEO numbers are the same; (517) 566-8925. Library hours arc Tues­ day-Friday, 2-8, and Satur­ day 9-L Grain marketing seminar set for January 21 Prices good thru i,1999 Meat Bundle #1 % book for kids! The library has very rea­ sonable rates for current and classic videos, as well fax services. Phone and fax t 3/3100 IGA 17 Oz. '4 _co__n_veVnieKnc e, pleas call 24 hours ahead to order your bundles! ■ w ^1 Zi � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-01-12.pdf 82b624bebc5d74b7e0a23c9b1bf14065 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 2/January 12,1999 Blizzard of ‘99 dumps more than two feet of snow Last weeks blizzard was the cause of several accidents and cars sliding in the ditch. In this photo, a car slid into the ditch on M-66 on Wednesday. The blizzard of '99 dumped over two feet of snow on the area, causing white out driving conditions on the roads. Road Commission votes to close Greggs Crossing Road by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Barry County Road Commission last Tuesday morning voted to abandon Greggs Crossing Road where the bridge had been removed, as requested by ad­ jacent landowners. "It's a road that hasn't been maintained For years," said Barry County Road Commission Engineer­ Manager Brad Lamberg. "We had previously taken the bridge out because it was a safety hazard. "The Washington family requested the road be closed because of trespassing and vandalism to their property. I believe they wanted to maintain the property in a natural way. They received the support of surrounding landowners and the town­ ship (Castleton)." Lamberg added. "We did receive grants to replace the bridge, but the replacing fell through on two occasions due to lack of local sup­ port." Those opposed to closing the road included Nashville Village President Dennis Mapes and the Rails to Trails Association. "Greg's Crossing Road is the only road going west out of the village other than M-79 and therefore should be accessible for use," said Mapes. "The only other routes are south to Bivens Road or north to Thornapple Lake Road. "About 30 years ago, Barger Road on the south end of Thornapple Lake had a bridge washed out. It was several years before the bridge was replaced and now that- road is heavily traveled. I believe this would also be the case with Greggs Cross­ ing Road." “We did receive grants to replace the bridge, but the replacing fell through on two occassions due to lack of local support.” - Brad Lamberg Mapes said he believes the vandalism to the owners' property might be due to the fact that the owners do not live in the area but maintain the land for hunting. "Because there is no resi­ dent owner the property has been vandalized because it is not an area with through traffic. I believe opening the road will prevent, not hinder the vandalism." Mapes was not able to at­ tend the public hearing, but sent a letter to voice his op­ position to the closing. Michael Gormley, presi­ dent of the Rails to Trails Association, opposed the closing because he believes the road was an access point if the railbed was developed into a recreational trail. "The road is an access point for the recreational trail if developed not only for maintenencc, but for users as well," said Gorm­ ley. Lamberg said that the commission encouraged the landowners and the Rails to Trails organization "to work together." He said he believed the landowners were going to put the property in the Land Conservancy Act, which would stop all future devel­ opment of the property on both sides of the now closed road. "The. only question we had was if the road would be used if put in, but there hasn't been a need for the road for 20 years," said Lamberg. He said that road up until now could have been opened, but if opened in the future, the commission would have to condemn the area for the road, pay fair market price for the road, and determine it to be a pub­ lic necessity. Maple Valley Schools were closed on Monday and Tuesday of last week, extending the students Christmas vacation. Busses were back on route Wednesday. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley Schools were closed Monday and Tuesday of last week as the blizzard of '99 dumped just shy of 20 inches of snow on Barry County. By the end of the week, just over two feet had fallen in the area. Local businesses sold out of winter gear and plow trucks worked around the clock clearing the streets. "Il's never an easy deci­ sion to make to close the school." said Superintendent Clark Volz. "On Monday, a lol of the roads were im­ passable, and intersections of the back roads were the main concern. It is a dan­ gerous decision because it was so cold that we had to take into consideration the kids being out in that sort of weather if a bus were to get stuck.” Volz said the decision to close the schools is made by himself and the director of transportation. "We haven't had any inci­ dents or accidents so far- we have great drivers. They are skilled and cautious and they know that schedule is secondary to safely, so there is no compromise." Volz said the school's snow plows were out for two days constantly. "It's the worst I have seen snow since I have been superin­ tendent," he said. "Our first snow day last year was in October- it hit us sooner last year." Volz said the district is al­ lowed two snow days before having to make up the days at the end of the year. "But this doesn't have any basis on our decision to close — safety is the first issue," he added. Construction crews al the schools worked last week both Monday and Tuesday, Volz said. "We have had no damage at the sites. Of In This Issue... • New Eaton County undersheriff named • D.A.R.E. program under way at Maplewood Elementary • Citizens Advisory Committee group conducts local poll • Women cited after injury in accident �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, January 12, 1999 - Page 2 New Eaton County undersheriff announced SheriffPatrick Hutting has announced the promotion of Richard Whitacre to the po­ sition of undersheriff for the Eaton County Sheriff De­ partment, effective Jan. 1. Whitacre has been with Business Services WOLF RD. CONSTRUC­ TION for all your construc­ tion needs. New or remodel. We also offer snow removal from roofs, and handyman ser­ vices. Nojob too small. VISA/ MC or Discover accepted. 517­ 852-2571. GETTING MARRIED? Will perform your wedding cer­ emony; Ordained Minister, 517­ 267-1902. ATTENTION LAND CON­ TRACTHOLDERS! Are you receiving payments? Get cash for your LAND CONTRACT. Call toll free 1-888-332-3488. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. the department for 26 years. He graduated from the Muskegon Community Col­ lege Police Academy in 1972. During his career he has served as a patrol deputy from 1972 through 1978, sergeant from 1978 through 1987, emergency services program manager from 1987 to 1992, staff services sergeant/assistant division commander from 1993 to 1996, county patrol lieu­ tenant from 1996 to 1998 and Delta Patrol lieutenant from March of 1998 until his promotion. During his career at the Sheriff Department Under­ sheriffWhitacre has been on the Underwater Recovery Unit, a D.A.R.E. Instructor, was the deputy coordinator at the Mid-Michigan Police Academy through Lansing Community College, an in- structor of emergency man­ agement and first responders awareness at the LCC Police Academy. The undersheriff was also one ofthe first cer­ tified professional emergency managers and be­ longed to the Michigan Emergency Management Association. He attended the Emergency Management In­ stitute in ■ Emmitsburg, Maryland. Whitacre and his wife Kim live in the Charlotte area and he is the father of three boys. He is 47 years of age, is a life long Lansing area resident and has at­ tended Lansing Community College. Whitacre said that he strongly supports the com­ munity-policing concept and is anxious to serve the citi­ zens of Eaton County in his new role. We have “No Problem saving you money hen you insure both your car and home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money! Stop in, or call us today for a “No Problem” Slippery roads had towing crews working overtime; pulling people from the ditch. Blizzard of ‘99, continued from front page course, the snow has some effect on the construction, as we are still doing exterior work, but 85% of the exte­ rior work is complete, thanks to the unusually warm weather this fall. We are in good shape, we have been able to get things closed in and that was a bigg help." “We’ve been extremely busy. We have been out 14 hours a day. We’ve been pulling people out of the ditch, but we had more calls for cars breaking down because of the cold weather.” down, and not start. This rently. waiting for the new kept the Ideal towing busi­ shipment to arrive.".; nesses busy around the Mobile Homes clock. "We've been extremely ABANDONED REPO -Bank needs someone to assume pay­ busy," said Mike Visger, ments on huge 3 bedroom home. owner of M-C Auto Repair Will move if necessary. 1-800­ serving the. Vermontville 672-9604, and Nashville areas. "We FIRST TIME HOME have been out 14 hours a BUYERS,We represent several day. We've been pulling banks, they are eager to sell people out of the ditch, but homes they have repossessed. No we have had more calls for application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604, cars breaking down because REPO: MUST SELLwill look ofthe cold weather." Mary Wendorf, co-owner at airy offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ of Vermontville Hardware, 672-9604, said the store had sold out of ABANDONED REPO. Bank most of its winter •supplies needs someone to assume, will early last week. "We sold move if necessary. Call Delta out of shovels, heat tape, Homes, 1-800-968-7376. heat lamps, starting fluid — FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by you name it. If it had some­ purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments thing to do with the weather less than rent. Call Delta we ran out of it. We are cur-. Homes, 1-800-968-7376. insurance check-up. - Mike Visger, M-C Auto Repair ^Auto-Owners Insurance CHERYL PIERCE Owner Life Home Car Business TkiNo TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Though no power outages were reported in the area and there were no serious acci­ dents, cars and trucks could be seen in the area in the ditch, and sliding off the roads. The. cold weather caused many cars to break 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11a.m. Evening Worship..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E, Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. .11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .............. 11 a.m. Evening Worship ................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service.................... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZAREHE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ............................... 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ..................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH Morning Celebratio .10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching. Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service .............. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service......................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time 10:30 a.m. Adult Class...................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School......................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service...................... : .7 p.m. Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship .'..9:30 a.m. Children's-Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday School W.orship 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616)945-9392" ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ............... 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604.' St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School ................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service ......I .7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ...:........... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11 a.m: PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East; Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO . �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 12, 1999 - Page 3 Smart Growth’ seminars set for Jan. 25 & 26 Eaton County citizens will have an opportunity Jan. 25 and 26 to attend “Smart Growth Super Seminars” that will illustrate how other states have been able to bal­ ance private and public rights around the land use is­ sue. All it takes is a private in­ dividual to sell to a commer- Rose Dunham's fifth grade class at Maplewood Elementary show their bridges they made over the Christmas holiday, as part of a classroom assignment. Maplewood fifth-graders build model bridges by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Rose Dunham's fifth grade class spent ’part of their Christmas vacation building model bridges in a follow-up activity after read­ ing the story "Breakers Bridge." The students were as­ signed to read up on famous bridges such as the Golden Gate Bridge, the London Bridge and the Brooklyn Bridge. They then studied three different types of bridges that they would also model their bridges after. The three types were beam, arch and suspension. . Using items found at Levi Andler shows the bridge he made during home such as toothpicks, Christmas vacation. One of the assignments was that cardboard, craft sticks, the bridges had to be sturdy enough to hold a toy car or wood, putty and paint, the truck. students crafted the project. bridge, but couldn't do it," toy action figure "bungee The project was graded on said student Levi Andler. "I jumping" off the side held several factors, including did mine at home over the in mid-air by a rubber band. correct dimensions, at least break. I painted it mostly Time spent on the pro­ one foot long, three inches myself. I think it was a fun ject varied from one half wide, but no longer than project." hour to an entire day. One four feet, creativity, sup­ Student Brody Klapko's student found a use for all ports a toy car, and the la­ bridge was especially cre­ the Christmas present beling of the areas of sup­ ative. It was made from a "waste" and constructed a port. Of course, students variety of materials, was bridge almost entirely from also were graded on creativ­ very colorful and featured a used wrapping paper, ribbon ity. and paper rolls. 'We read a story about how a guy was building a HASTINGS 4 Free Drink Refills .250 Corn Refills Zfflk w Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ONLY$3.5O Matinees before 6 p.m. Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tuesday 0 No passes or Tuesday discounts Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View Missionary to speak at Nashville Church Missionary Steve Pen­ nington will be at the Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St., at the 11 a.m. For Sale 12X22 BEAUTIFUL LIVING ROOM CARPETING (3 weeks old), cost $300.00, sacrifice $75.00,1-517-694-0335 BEDROOM OUTFIT: 6 DRAWER DRESSER with mirror, matching headboard and queen Serta mattress set, “like new”, must sell! $175.00,1-517­ 337-3054. __ GORGEOUS DAYBED, WHITE & GOLD trim with mattress still in plastic, like new! cost $450.00 new, sacrifice $175.00, l-517r541-1109. Sunday, Jan. 17, church service. Pennington and his wife, Trina, and three young chil­ dren have served as mission­ aries in Nairobi, Kenya, and in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for four and a half years. They expect to return to Ethiopia next August and Pennington will continue as director of student affairs at Addis Ababa For more information, call the Nashville church at 852-9819. Reach over 50,000 KING SIZE DELUXE PIL­ LOW TOP mattress set & frame, area homes with a "brand new”! cost $1100.00, sac­ rifice $350.00 or consider waterbed in trade. 1-517-541­ 1109.______________________ Reminder ACTION-AD FOR SALE: Hard Maple, Ash, Call 945-9554 24 Hours a Day 7 Days A Week Cherry, mixed. Cut, split, deliv­ ered. $40 face cord plus tax. No Sunday sales. Call Kent Hamilton 517-852-1864. cial enterprise that may con­ flict with a neighbor’s image of how the land should be used and you have created a classic case for private verses public rights. On Monday, Jan. 25, Thomas Daniels, former di­ rector of the Agriculture Preserve Board ofLancaster, PA., will share land-use methods that Lancaster cre­ ated to balance both private and public rights. He will be speaking at the Charlotte High School Lecture Room, starting at 7 p.m. On Jan. 26, David Rusk, former mayor of Albu­ querque, N.M., and policy consultant, will be speaking at the Holiday Inn West on Saginaw Highway in Delta township, at 7 p.m. He will share the connection be­ tween urban and rural and what needs to be in place to make planning happen. Both of these programs Weigh Down Workshops, Cyril’s Catholic Church is are free because ofthe finan­ a 12-week Biblically-based located at 203 N. State St. cial support of the Eaton This seminar uses video­ weight loss program will County Planning Commis­ tapes, audiocassettes, stu ­ have two free orientation sion, Eaton County Farm sessions Jan. 14 and 21 at St. dent guides and group dis­ Bureau and Eaton County Cyril’s Catholic Church in cussions. All are welcome! MSU Extension. For more information, call Nashville. Citizens are asked to pre­ This program redirects Melissa Mater at (517) 852­ register by calling (517) physical hunger toward spir­ 0726, or call the Weigh 543-2310 or 372-5594 to re­ itual hunger. Weigh Down Down Workshop at 1-800­ serve a seat. also teaches participants to 844-5208. eat regular foods with con­ trol, by changing attitudes toward eating. The workshop begins with the two free orientation ses­ sions on consecutive Thurs­ days beginning at 7 p.m. St. Weigh Down Workshop offered For Rent brick ranch house in Nashville. Newly decorated, full basement, at­ tached garage, natural gas heat, close to schools. No pets, $650 a month plus deposit. 852-9845 NICE 3 BEDROOM Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 mlsb Fax: 852-9138 Broker, HIV1S’ WARRANT* Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. 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Call Nyle on double lot at edge oftown. today to see how easy it may Call Nyle today. This home is be (B-54)priced to buy. (N-52) NOW $78,900 IN NASHVILLE THORNAPPLE RIVER FRONTAGE 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET Easy access to 1-69 expressway Interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. (VL-49) PARCELS AVAILABLE: MANY TO CHOOSE FROM - “SCIPIO CREEK ESTATES" Priced from $12,900. 19 BEAUTIFUL BUILDING SITES Wooded, stream, rolling, some­ thing for everyone. 1.5 to 12 Extra nice, 2 (poss. 3) bed-acres. Rural setting. West of room ranch home, breezeway, Vermontville. Land contract 2 car garage, full basement with family room. Home has terms possible. Call Nyle. (VL27-45) central air, and is well cared for. One you must see to appre­ ciate!! Call Homer for more “info.” This home is priced to Buy 11 30 Vaall^aJKll?*’LAND (N-100)Maple �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 12, 1999 - Page 4 DARE program under way at Maplewood Elementary Deputy Tom Campbell passes out the D.A.R.E. workbooks the children will use until the end of the year. Maplewood sixth-graders last Wednesday were visited by Deputy Tom Campbell of the Eaton County Sher­ iffs Department to start the weekly Drug Abuse Resis­ tance Education (DARE) program. Campbell talked to the students about the DARE RL Hill Tax Service -17 Years Experience - Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road Lot 37, Nashville Individual, Specializes in Farms, Small Business, Corporations & Partnerships Call 517-852-0121 curriculum they will be in­ volved in during the coming months, culminating with graduation at the end of the school year. The deputy told the chil­ dren about what he called beneficial and non-beneficial drugs. "There are some drugs that have benefits for people, such as aspirin. Your parents give you as­ pirin to help you feel bet­ ter," Campbell told the stu­ dents. "There are some drugs that have no benefits, such as marijuana and cocaine." Campbell went over the basics of the program, in- Deputy Tom Campbell showed the sixth graders how to properly meet and greet each other in an exercise for the D.A.R.E. curriculum. eluding saying "no" and resistance. He told the class­ room of certain DARE rules, including raising of hands, being positive and respecting others, observing and using the "quiet signal" and saying "someone I know" when telling a story about drugs or alcohol. Campbell then passed out the DARE workbook and personally shook hands with each child. The students also practiced "meeting" each other and shaking hands. Campbell told the stu­ dents about the DARE box — a shoe box for questions. He told students that if they had any questions they were uncomfortable asking in front of the class, they could write it on paper and drop it in the box. Campbell in­ formed students that if the questions or comments in­ cluded anything about peo­ ple using illegal substances or if students talked about harming themselves or oth­ ers, he would be required by law to deal with the issue as a police officer. One student shared a story. "Someone I know used to do a lot of drugs and it really affected me,, but they did a lot of effort to stop and now they have stopped. They only have one drink once in a while and it's like you don't even notice they did it." Christmas in the Village’ a big hit in Vermontville "Christmas in the Vil­ lage" was a success Dec. 18, with Santa arriving to a waiting crowd of children at the Opera House in Ver­ montville. The third annual event was hosted by the Ver­ montville Girl Scouts. Santa visited more than 100 children and passed out goodie bags to all. While Santa visited, parents browsed and purchased hand made ornaments and Christmas treats made by the area Girl Scout troops. Hot cocoa and candy canes were enjoyed by everyone. There were also door prize drawings for children and adults held every 15 min­ utes, which kept everyone on their toes waiting for their name to be called. Area business' that con­ tributed were the Ver­ montville Lions Club, Vermontville Women's Club, United Methodist Women, Road Runners and Eileen Pittman. Door prize donors were Vermontville Hardware, Sugar Hut Cafe, Country Crossroads, Ver­ montville Grocery, Ken's Standard Service, Nancy's Beauty Salon, Eileen Pittman and Independant Bank. The "Christmas in the Village" committee also plans to hold an Easter egg hunt in the spring. cQibrnapple 3-11 RN SUPERVISOR We currently have one full time opening on our 2nd shift for an RN Supervisor. Candidates should have LTC and supervisory experience. Interested ’candi­ dates should submit a completed application with attached resume to the Director of Nursing. Thornapple Manor Citizens Advisory group conducts poll Members of the local Cit­ izens Advisory Committee spent the weekend going door to door with the recre­ ational trail survey polling Nashville village residents. The results of the survey will be presented to the Nashville Village Council in the near future. Ozzie Parks, a member of the committee, is encourag­ ing anyone who wasn't sur­ veyed to call village offices and make their voices be heafd at 852-9544. - 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE FASSETT BODY SHOF Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-uphoistering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 70 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday �Julia “Judy” Hook Julia “Judy” Hook, age 71, of Nashville, passed away Monday, January 4, 1999. She was bom April 18, 1927 in Nashville, the daughter of Earl & Alice (Golden) Eaton. She attended the Barryville Country School and Hastings High School. She married Lawrence Hook on December 24, 1943 in Hastings and he preceded her in death on December IO, 1997. Mrs. Hook attended Peace United Methodist Church in Barryville and enjoyed crochetting, quilt making, bird watching, taking care of her grandkids, and her pet cats. Mrs. Hook was also preceded in death by her father, Earl Eaton on August 26, 1983; mother, Alice Eaton on December 29, 1998; brothers, Earl, Keith, Billy; and Ike; sister, Josephine Brown. She is survived by her son, Larry (Judy) Hook of NASHVILLE Nashville; daughters, Judy (Ken)) Rogers of Vermontville, Nora Lee (Ed) Hickey of Fine Lake, and Vicky (Bion) Eye of Dowling; six grandchildren and five great grandchildren; sisters, Eva (Tom) Bradley of Springport, Alice (Wayne) Eaton of Freeport, Dora (Herb) Beeman of Ovid, Carol Jean Wright of Eaton Rapids, Sally (Leo) Peake of Nashville, and Patty (Ron) Mausumas of Grand Rapids; brothers, Harley (Lillian) Eaton of Charlotte, Arnold (Judy) Eaton of Nashville, James (Caroline) Eaton of Eaton Rapids, and Steve Eaton of Eaton Rapids. Funeral Services for Mrs. Hook were held Friday, January 8, 1999 at the funeral home. Chaplain Richard Genther officiated. Burial took place in Barryville Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made to the Nashville Ambulance. Horace Ovid Price------ ieWi itie Gw; CnsM !j ■illtta.li, | Ver- $itotota,tai CM, Itiil/ Slim. Eta mi's tarn to Iitytoi toiii sad Ii<'te i ?< p: ®<fa«fito rt ^liWuEsa ,tt, taiifew NASHVILLE - Horace Ovid Price, age 86, of Nashville, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 1999 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. He was bom July,26, 1912 in Toledo, Ohio, the son of Robert and Vera (White) Price. He attended Nashville Country School and married Agnes Marshall on November 28, 1938 in Angola, Indiana. He was employed as a farmer, operated a moving van business with his brother: Raymond, was an operator at Rizor’s Feed Mill in Nashville, and worked for the Village of Nashville. He was a member of the Fraternal Older of Odd Fellows for many years and enjoyed bowling, country music, and his family and grandchildren. Mr. Price was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond; and two great grandsons, Gary Lee Price and Michael Perry Scott. Mr. Price is survived by his wife, Agnes; children, Sharon (David) Barrone of Lake Odessa, Larry (Marsha) Price of Lake Odessa, Gloria (David) Hummed of Nashville, Gary (Jane) Price of Dalton, Georgia, and Ronald (Diana) Price of Kentwood; 17 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren; brother, Reverend D.F. Price of Battle Creek, and sister, Ilene Harriman. Funeral Services for Mr. Price were held Friday, January 8, 1999 at the funeral home. Reverend George Speas officiated. Burial took place in Wilcox Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made to the Putnam Library, Nashville or “Beck-N-Cad” Home Care Agency. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 51 7-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - Arlie Joyce Helen (Stambaugh) Shaffer Clifton R. Baxter. NASHVILLE Clifton R. Baxter, age 86, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, January 7, 1999 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. He was bom June 21, 1912 in Nashville, the son of Alfred and Ethel (Swift) Baxter. He graduated from Nashville High School and was married to Ruth (Harrington) Baxter who passed away in 1939. He married Arloa Swift in 1940 and she passed away in 1983. He married Mary Huckendubler in 1984. Mr. Baxter was a farmer, a bus driver and Transportation Supervisor for Maple Valley Schools, and after retiring he worked at the Vogt Funeral Home in Nashville. He enjoyed working. Mr. Baxter was also preceded in death by his (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder Burial took place in Hillside Cemetery, Kalamo. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer Foundation. Hynes officiated. Burial took place in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Leo M - Leo Marisch, age 76, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, January 7, 1999 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. He was bom October 21, 1922 in Puritan, Pennsylvania, the son of John and Anna (Ivancic) Marisch. He graduated from Charlotte High School in 1943 and married Grace Seymour in Battle Creek on February 24, 1951. She preceded him in death on June 18, 1994. He was a long time area livestock farmer and belonged to the Farm Bureau and raised Registered Haflinger Ponies. Mr. Marisch was also preceded in death by his brothers, John & Joseph Marisch, and sisters, Magdalena Davidson and Dorotha Guyer. NASHVILLE Mr. Marisch is survived by his children, Twilla (Jerry) Gibbons of Dowling, Garry (Tanya) Marisch of Holt, Cindy Marisch of Alexandria, Virginia, and Sharon (Stephen) Jury of St. Johns; eight grandchildren; three great grandchildren; sisters, Pauline (Roy) Tesch of Albion and Helen (Leon) Ackett of Nashville; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mr. Marisch were held Monday, January 11, 1999 at the Maple Valley Funeral Home, Nashville. Reverend Ken Vaught officiated. Burial took place in Hillside Cemetery, Kalamo Township, Eaton County. Memorials may be made to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund. NASHVILLE MAPLE SYRUP ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING JANUARY 21, 1999 • 7 P.M. CASTLETON TOWNSHIP HALL B. WHITE 517-852-9189 Buy a new round baler or rotary MoCo before January 31, 1999, and get 0% fixed-rate financing for 36 months! You won't pay any interest until the year 2002. Other low rates and longer terms are also available on a long list of John Deere hay equip­ ment. See us for details, today! Fillmore Call Leonard Hughes, Jr. brother, Hiram Baxter and sister, Luella Leonard. Mr. Baxter is survived by his wife, Mary; children, David (Nancy) Baxter of Madison, New Jersey, Connie (Clancy) Jones of Kalamazoo, Steve Baxter of Baltimore, Maryland, and Rodney Baxter of Lansing; grandsons, Sean and Matt Jones; four step-children and several step grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mr. Baxter were held Monday, January 11, 1999 at the Maple Valley Funeral Home, Nashville. Reverend James Hynes officiated. great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Funeral Serivces for Mrs. Shaffer were held Thursday, January 7. 1999 at the Maple Valley Home, Nashville. Reverend James mivivoi until the Year 2002! Wanted Standing Timber Hughes Logging during World War II and later attended the Family Altar Church in Battle Creek. She enjoyed crochetting, her dogs & cats, flower gardening, especially roses, and her family. Mrs. Shaffer was also preceded in death by her son, Leo Stambaugh; grandchildren, Vickie, Ronnie, & Connie; two brothers, Clifford and Lloyd Wilcox, and sister, Blanche McPeck. Mrs. Shaffer is survived by her daughter, Doria (Glen) Betts of Nashville; son, Lyle (Bonnie) Stambaugh of Nashville; six grandchildren, many NASHVILLE - Arlie Joyce Helen (Stambaugh) Shaffer, age 92, of Nashville, passed away Monday, January 4, 1999 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. She was bom in Nashville on September 11, 1906, the daughter of Marshman and Hattie (Pixley) Wilcox. She attended Quail Trap School and married W. Earl Stambaugh in Charlotte on April 11, 1925. He preceded her in death in 1975 and she later married Ben Shaffer in Battle Creek. Mrs. Shaffer worked at Eaton Manufacturing Equipment, Inc. DEERE JOHN DEERE Located on 2900 N. Broadway, Hastings, Ml (north of town on M-43) Hours: Mon.-Wed., Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat. 7 to Noon 945-9526 Offer good through January 31, 1999.( lirewitbH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. January 12, 1999 - Page 6 On the Shelf: at the Sunfield District Library The library benefits from citizens who donate time and skills throughout the year. Among the tasks they per­ form are filing catalog, cards, straightening shelves, processing and selling used books, indexing materials, holiday decorations, bulletin board displays, assisting with special events, techni­ cal support, landscaping, video cataloging and more. The following are recog­ nized for their voluntary as­ sistance during 1998: Sandy and Amanda Wells, Mike Phillips, Betty Mikols, Welch Hardware, Kathryn Baughman, April Sanborn, the Duffields, Paul Courser, the Terpstras, Rose Steward, and Joyce Martin. Library Board and Build­ ing Committee positions are filled entirely by volunteers. Sharon VanAlstine and her friends of the Library group provide financial and service support entirely on a volun­ tary basis. The library’s Christmas decorations are gone now and the library bulletin board has become a collage of winter scenes, thanks to Sandy Wells. Twenty-one children and eight adults showed up New Year’s Eve morning at the community rooms for the li­ brary’s holiday activity day. Sandy and Amanda Wells led the group in making painted-pot snowmen while their assistant made hot co­ coa and served homemade Christmas cookies. Riverdance, Call of the Wild arid five new Star Trek movies, I through V, are new videos available to rent for 50 cents each. In addition, the United Brethren Church included the library in its re­ cent community-wide distri­ bution of the video, Jesus. New magazines at the li­ brary are Yahoo Internet Life, YM (Young Modern) and Entertainment Weekly. Yahoo and YM are donated subscriptions. New books on the shelves, by category, are: Adult Fiction - When the Wind Blows and No Safe Place, are Richard North Patterson’s two newest best­ selling thrillers: Where the Heart Is, by Billie Letts, is Oprah’s latest selection; the LOOKING FOR EMPLOYMENT? Taking Applications for Immediate Openings in *VermontvilIe *Charlotte *Eaton Rapids Clip ad and bring it infor afree gift when you apply. Ginny and Vera ready to take care of all your employment needs. 114 W. HARRIS SUITE B, CHARLOTTE 517-543-2023 Hammer of Eden, by Ken Follett and Night Whispers, by Judith McNaught, are new. People of the River: A Novel of Prehistoric North America, by Kathleen and Michael Gear, is a previ­ ously released title that was donated and completes the collection of their series on the shelves. Donated large print fiction includes, The Green Branch, by Edith Pargeter, The General’s Daugh­ ter, by Nelson DeMille and Sharpe’s Rifles, by Bernard Cornwell. Christian Fiction - In His Steps and WWJD? (What Would Jesus Do?) puts Charles M. Sheldon’s classic inspirational novel, In His Steps, into the same volume with his son Garrett’s mod­ em retelling, WWJD; One Shenandoah Winter is by T. Davis Bunn. Paperback Fiction - New titles are A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, by James Joyce, and Neverwhere, by Neil Gaiman. Do­ nations are Gulliver’s Trav­ els, by Jonathan Swift, Be­ tween a Rock and a Hard Place, a Silhouette romance by Heather Graham Pozzessere, Nightwatcher, by Charles Wilson, and Degree of Guilt, by Richard North Patterson. All donated- pa­ perbacks are previously re­ leased titles. Adult Non-Fiction It Takes Money, Honey: A Get-Smart Guide to Total Fi­ nancial Freedom, is by George Mosbacher, who has a rags to riches story to tell. She makes an appeal to women to take personal fi­ nancial initiative and pro­ vides steps to do so in this entertaining book. Just Like Jesus is by Max Lucado. Do­ nations are Beating the Street, authored by Peter Lynch, who is experienced at outwitting Wall Street and at writing books about it. Black Elk Speaks, is the legendary Sioux holy man’s story, as he related it to writer John G. Neihardt. Letters from the NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W98 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Huntington Bank during regular banking hours, start­ ing at 9 am on: January 8th, 9th, 29th and 30th; February 12th, 13th, 26th and 27th Any taxes received after March .1, 1999 will be delinguent and returned to taxpayer. Delinquent taxes will be payable to Eaton County Treasurer with a 4% penalty plus interest. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and nonneutered/spayed .dog is $12.00. After March 1, 1999 they will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Proof of up to date rabies vac­ cination is required. Taxes and dog licenses may be paid other days at my home by appointment or by U.S. Mail. THANK YOU ROBERT D. HYVARINEN Sunfield Township Treasurer 8935 W. Mt. Hope Hwy., Vermontville, ML 49096 Phone #517-566-8913 Leelanau is a collection to essays and stories, by Kath­ leen Stocking, about the res­ idents and lifestyles in one of Northern Michigan’s most beautiful places, Leelanau County. Titanic aficionados may find interesting Explor­ ing the Lusitania, by Robert D. Ballard, as it explores some mysteries behind the German submarine sinking of a great oceanliner from the same era. Young Adult Mossflower, by Brian Jacques, is the second book in the Redwall series. Phone and fax numbers are the same, (517) 566­ 8065. Library hours are Tuesday-Friday, 2-8 p.m.; Saturday 9-1. Help Wanted LOCAL BEVERAGE DE­ LIVERY to $50K/yr.+benefits and Co. Vehicle. Need now! Will train! (616)-949-2424. Jobline Fee. CABLE INSTALLER On job training. Up to $l,000/wk. Set own hours. (616)-949-2424. Jobline Fee. BEER WAREHOUSE/ FORKLIFT. To $9.90/hr. + raises & benefits. Many! Permenant! Need ASAP! (616)­ 949-2424. Jobline Fee. APPRENTICE/ELECTRICIAN. To $19.00/hr. benefits. Woman cited after injury in accident A Hastings woman was issued a citation after she allegedly disregarded a stop sign on Devine Road at the intersection of M-79 in Castleton Township and hit another vehicle, injuring two people Dec. 27. Hurt was Ruby Salyers, 66, of Nashville, who was admitted to Pennock Hospital and later released. Also hurt was Cecile Anderson. 74. of Nashville, who was treated at Pennock Hospital and released. Salyers and Anderson were passengers in a car driven by Linda Lee Snyder. 56, of Nashville, who was also hurt, according to troopers from the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. Cited was Emily Suzanne Hallifax, 18, of Hastings, who was not hurt. Area woman cited after crash A 27-year-old Nashville woman was issued a citation for driving too fast for conditions in Hastings Township after she lost control of her vehicle Dec. 31 at about 10:10 p.m., according to a report by the Barry County Sheriff's Department. Jennifer Mae Mindte was traveling west on Nashville Highway just west of McKeown Road when she crossed the centerline, then returned to the westbound lane before sliding down an embankment and striking some trees, police said. Mindte, who was wearing a seat belt, was taken to Pennock Hospital where she was treated for her injuries and released. '"QTornapple Complete training. Frequent raises. (616)-949-2424. Jobline Fee. RN’S/LPN’S JANITOR/MAINTENANCE. To $17/hr. + benefits. Fortune 500 Company! Many needed! (616)-949-2424. Jobline Fee. Due to a large increase in business, local company must expand operations and fill 10 full-time permanent positions to start at $400/wk. Company training provided for. positions that require'. Job de­ scriptions, hours, pay scale, profit sharing discussed at interview. No 3rd shift. Call 616-948-2298 ext#5. PAID WEEKLY: We currently have full and part time openings. Prefer candidates with LTC experience. If interested, submit a completed application with attached resume to the Director ofNursing. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE CLEAN OUT YOUR BASE­ MENT and your attic. Turn extra and unwanted clothing and household items into cash! Advertise garage sales, porch sales, yard sales and miscella­ neous items with classifieds in both The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. EWING ... Wornapple INFORMATION SERVICES ASSISTANT (MEDICAL) This position will provide computer hardware/software WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE support by assisting the Information Services Director, pro­ vide clerical support by performing word processing func­ tions, and serve as back-up for the receptionist and billing clerk, Previous billing experience in the medical field a plus. WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies Thornapple Manor offers excellent wages and benefits. If interested, please send resume with salary history to: Human Resources Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE' WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cob 517-726-0577 J (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. Vermontville 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville fi f ™ l Mich. 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But once he comes out of his shell, he is loads of fun. This single white mate, 24, 5’6", with blue eyes and tong blond hair, tikes horseback riding, four-wheeling and going to the movies. He is seeking a single female, 18-35. Ad#.7591 SICK OF BEING SINGLE? Shy at first, this single white mate. 24. 5*6", 150lbs_. with long blond b hair and blue eyes, warms up fast. t. He enjoys horseback riding, bun riding, movies, spending time with friends and seeks a serious relationship with a single female, 18-35. Ad#.9831 HONESTY COUNTS Single white mate, 27. who enjoys dancing, bowling, movies and candlelit dinners, is look­ ing for a happy-go-lucky, caring single white ternate. Ad# .9784 IT COULD HAPPEN Fit, unique single while male, 27, who enjoys traveling, flying hot air balloons, sports and spending time with friends, is looking to meet a trustworthy, honest single white female. 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To renew, change, cancel or ask any questions, call our customer service repres representatives at 1-716-633-3*09. M D H W S WW N/S J NA ISO LTR P Male B Black Divorced F Female Christian Hispanic C White A Asian Single Gay G Widowed Non-smoker Jewish Native American In search of.... Long-term relationship Professional Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM. GL 0104 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. January 12, 1999 - Page 8 Freshmen hitting mark on hardcourts Lions led 20-10 after the first quarter with Devin Phenix getting 6 points and Darin Thrun 7. At half, Maple Valley was ahead 39-22 with Thrun having 17 points and The freshman basketball team at Maple Valley High School entered the holiday season with wins over Bronson 67-42 and Bellevue 70-51. In the Bronson game, the Phenix 13. Thirteen players contributed to the scoring column with Justin Sealy scoring 8, Jacob Skelton 6, Brandon Holton 4, John Terberg 4 and Mike Hirneiss School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Jan. 13 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, orange wedges, animal crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Jan. 14 Pepperoni pizza, whole kernel corn, pear halves, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Kellogg and M.W. Dominos Friday, Jan. 15 Tacos, carrot sticks, peaches, peanut butter brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Jan. 18 Hot dog, baked beans, potato chips, raspberry sher­ bet, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Jan. 19 Pancakes with link sausage, potato wedge, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu SNOW REMOVAL NOTICE The Village of Nashville would like to remind property owners that they are responsible for the snow removal on the sidewalks in front of their property. The removal of snow form the side­ walks of the Village is required by Ordinance and must be removed as soon as possible. Also the parents of children who must walk to and from school would appreciate the sidewalks being cleaned off so as their children will not have to walk in the streets. Thank you. Nashville Village Council 100 Wednesday, Jan. 13 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, pasta bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, orange wedges, juice, milk. Thursday, Jan. 14 Choose One Cooks choice, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, whole kernel corn, pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, Jan. 15 Choose One - Tacos, piz­ za, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel corn, pineapple, juice, milk. Monday, Jan. 18 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, baked beans, raspberry sherbet, juice, milk. Tuesday, Jan. 19 Choose One - Ravioli, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, apple­ sauce, juice, milk. 4 points. Bellevue led the Lions 17­ 16 last Friday after one quarter, but a 23-10 second quarter put Maple Valley up 39-30 at half. Terberg led the Lion charge with 16 points, Thrun had 15 and Phenix added IL Jeremy Wiser came off the bench to provide strong defense and 8 points. After the long layoff, the freshman squad met up with Dansville and won going away, 55-14. Thrun led the way with 14 points. Thirteen players scored points. Terberg controlled the boards with 8 caroms and also made 5 steals. Hirneiss had 5 steals and Phenix dished out 6 assists. • Barry County COA schedule Wednesday, Jan. 13­ Hastings, craft day; Nashville, Country Strings; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, Jan. 14 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, social day. Friday, Jan. 15- Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day, birthday party; Woodland, Bingo. Monday, Jan. 18 - Closed, Martin Luther King Day. Tuesday, Jan. 19 Hastings, Alz. meeting 1-3; puzzle day. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color,, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Jan. 11 jan. 13 Jan. 14 Jan. 14 Jan. 14 Jan. 15 Jan. 15-17 Jan. 20 Jan.20 & Jan. 27 Jan. 21 Jan. 22 Entries Due in Extension Office for Animal Science Communication Contest. Horse Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Goat Developmental Committee meeting, 6: 30 p.m. Extension Office. Young Clover Developmental Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m. Extension Office; Small Animal Sale Committee meeting 7: 30 p.m. Extension Office. Market steers must be in members/youth’s possession. Horse Judging and Management Confer­ ence Kettunen Center. 4-H Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. Clarksville Crop Production Scries Specialty Crop Meeting, Granville. Ag Action Day, Kalamazoo. ttornapple 3-11 RN SUPERVISOR We currently have one full time opening on our 2nd shift for an RN Supervisor. Candidates should have LTC and supervisory experience. Interested candi­ dates should submit a completed application with attached resume to the Director of Nursing. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE ssss 10# Bag Family Pack, Sliced Chicken Leg Qtrs Family Pack, Country Style Pork steak Pork Ribs 99* —--- 0 Boston Butt Pork , Boneless Beef Roast 5# and Up, From Chuck uck Roast Ground Beef 89* Family Pack, Store Made ilk Sausage Matt.O;Meal 15-18 Oz. Bag, Malt-O-Meal Sugar Cereals 18 Oz., Kellogg’s Corn Flakes Puffs Marshmallow Mateys, Golden Puffs Fruiti, Corn Burst, Honey & Nut 14 Oz., Big J’s Potato Chips Hamburger Helper Yfy MDHAAOJRGER 7-8 Oz., AssT. Var. 6 Oz., Assorted'Varieties Hamburger CORN SNACKS $2” All 2 Liter 7»Up 99* GET ONE Bugles Snacks FREE IGA Vermontville Grocery) -andPh 726-0640 Fresh Meat Market 4I <4 + dep. Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri,; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday 0 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-01-19.pdf e09d3bd49df89a1e90318cdb659bab35 PDF Text Text ARY MST 1893 H' Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945*9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 3/January 19, 1999 Consumers Energy officials unsure about cause of leak by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer Consumers Energy officials are still unsure what caused an eight-inch, high pressure gas line break Monday near Vermontville that left more than 1,600 people without heal for several hours, said public information officer Garth Berendt last Friday. The line was fixed by noon - Thursday, and everyone affected were back oh line. Upon locating the leak about an hour after learning of the drop in gas pressure between 1 1 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Monday, Consumer's workers were able to quickly bypass the broken line to restore gas service the residents and businesses affected, all located between Vermontville, Nashville and Hastings. Berendt said his company was notified of the break by valve regulators connected to computers, which alert the office that the gas pressure has dropped. "We knew right away," there was a problem, said Berendt. Berendt said the break in the underground pipe created a significant leak into the air where it quickly dissipated. "Our number one priority was to bypass the leak and get the gas on," he said. Not only where numerous residences affected, but several businesses and government offices were also left in the cold. • "It seems to be sporadic throughout the city," said assistant assessor-clerk, Karla Miller Monday. At Richie's Koffee Shop­ in downtown Hastings, however, the kitchen operated one grill short, said Richie Marsh Jr. On the west side of Hastings, A & D Instant Oil Change, along with McDonald’s, Kentucky Fried Chicken and Burger King were forced to close their doors just prior to the lunch hour because their grills and fryers were left useless. "We closed at 11:30 a.m.," said McDonald's owner Al Jarvis at about noon. "All of the vats were signaling an ignition failure." The businesses were able to reopen by 3:30 p.m. Monday. For people still without heat, emergency shelters were opened Monday night at the Hastings Middle School and at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Monday night. The decision to open shelters was made after a joint agreement between the Berendt said the break in the underground pipe created a significant leak into the air where it quickly dissipated. local police agencies, Barry County Board of Commissioners r Chairman Jim Bailey, the Barry County Chapter of the American Red Cross and Emergency Management Director John Hislop, based on information from Consumers that it could be 12 hours before the heat was restored. "We really thought we ought to just in case," said Hislop. "So, we did." Though no one showed up at either shelter, Red Cross Director Judy Thoresen had shelter managers and nurses in residence at each site, along with cots and bedding. Snack food was provided to each site by Felpausch, said Thoresen. "We didn't get any takers so I don't know if there was a problem gettin the information out there,” she said. "I hope it means that everyone was warm." Because no one appeared, the were closed down by 10:30 p.m., she said. More than 60 Consumers Energy workers spent all night Monday and into early Tuesday conducting a doorto-door "relight" program to restore heat to its customers, said Berendt. With the exception of 27 customers in the immediate area of the Ionia Road leak, the last pilot light was lit at about 8:30 a.m., he said. "We provided electric heaters to the 27 gas customers in that neighborhood," said Berendt. "The people right in that area lost gas totally. " The 27 people were back on line by Thursday, he said. No injuries or explosions were reported as a part of the pipeline failure. Berendt said anyone smelling gas should immediately contact Consumers Energy at 1­ 800-477-5050. Tom Williams appointed new Vermontville trustee by Shawna Hubbarth this is the site of the gas main break north of Vermontville that caused heating problems a week ago, Monday. The Vermontville Village Council Thiursday night appointed Tom Williams to fill the trustee vacancy left by Tammy .Christensen. Christensen was elected to the four year term in 1996 and left for personal reasons. Williams is perhaps best known in local government for running against Sue Vil­ lanueva for village president in last year's March elec­ tion. He was the only appli­ cant for the trustee position. /n other business at the meeting, the council: • Set up a meeting held last Friday with the village engineers, Fleis and Vandenbrink. to discuss possi­ ble grants for the new. water tower. • Extended a deadline for a resident in town "who re­ ceived a letter from. Eaton County Construction Code that he’ must bring a house on his property up to code or demolish it. The resident had been given" given the deadline of Jan. 18, but the council extended it to May 31. • Discussed the sewer and water extension on Linden Street and the cost of putting in the street and ex­ tension. The council agreed to seek more estimated costs on the project. • Approved putting in an ad in the paper reminding residents and businesses to .keep snow off the side­ walks, as this is not being done. Tom Williams was appointed to. the Vermontville Village Council as a trustee, taking Tammy Christensen's place. In This Issue... • Eaton County Sheriff urges snowmobile safety • Maplewood kids busy with lots of projects • Cindy Grant resigns school board position • High school celebrates winter homecoming �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 19, 1999 - Page 2 Eaton sheriff urges snowmobile safety There are few things as cruising along a wilderness trail on your snowmobile. But without proper safety precautions, a fun outing could quickly turn to tragedy. Patrick Hutting Eaton County Sheriff, urges resi­ dents and visitors to follow proper safety procedures when enjoying the beauty of the area. “Follow common sense rules,” says the sheriff “and you can have a great outing.” Make sure that your sled has had a thorough safety in­ spection, dress properly in­ cluding wearing a helmet with a face shield or gog­ gles. Carry basic equipment such as a flashlight, some high-energy foods like pro-, tein bars and a basic first aid kit. If you are going on an ex­ tended ride, make sure you have extra provisions. Carry matches, additional food items and a blanket. ; Hutting also suggests that you ride with at least one other person. Always let peo­ ple know where you’ll be heading and you’re expected Alcohol use couraged when ing. 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We all know that sloth is one of the seven deadly sins, and yet it seems at times that we are drawn to that reclining chair and the television as ifthey were gold, Now, I'm not denying that some rest and relaxation is both appropriate and ordained by God, who Himself rested on the seventh day; but, sometimes my inclination is to rest and relax on all seven days. We humans are a bundle of contradictory desires, and what God wants us to do is to follow the better desires of our nature. Those of us who have a -Oq. J3 J Shirleys TP Good News Bible Romans 12:11 JLUMBER YARD 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 1952 N. Broadway Hastings, Michigan Work hard and do not be lazy. Serve the Lord with a heartfall ofdevotion. jHOMETDW See snowmobile safety, pg. 3 The Area’s Most Versatile and Complete Printing Company GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville snowmobile crashes is the combination of alcohol and speed. Some of today’s snowmobiles are capable of reaching speeds of 140 m.p.h. and most of them can average top speeds between 80 to 100 m.p.h. This rate of speed combined with alco- laws regarding snowmobiling while intoxicated and the implied consent law applies. Alcohol severely slows reac­ tion time and when you’re winding down a wooded snowmobile trail, you need to be alert at all times. According to Hutting one of the leading Causes of Chuckwagon Cafe o' & 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 NEW HOURS: Sun.-Thurs. 6 arn-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm. 517-852-2500 HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS; SHIRLEV AND RICHARD MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm B WOLEVER’S Real Estate 945-9554 Elsie E. Wolever, Ask for our sales Dept. 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Broker Res. Vermontville, MI (517) 726-0637 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School Sunday: AM. Worship .......... Evening Worship...... Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................. CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 10 a.m. 1 a.m. ..6 p.m. .7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service................................. 7 PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School.................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............... .11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville. Morning Worship .............. 11a.m. Church School .................... 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School........ Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M Worship............ Wednesday Evening: Worship ................... 9:45 a.m. ..... 11 a m. ................ 6 REV. ALAN METTLER .7 p.m. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, . Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School............................... 10 A.M. Service............................... 11:15 P.M. Service...................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School...................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class......................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship ............... ..... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship..... ............. 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's. Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service ...................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service...................................... 7 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service.. Sunday School... ..9:45 a.m. ..11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West ..10 a.m. 1 a.m. S.unday Schoo Worship ........... .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m.FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service........... 7 p.m. AWANA................ 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Morning Prayer ..................... 9 a.m. OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto Holy Communion ................... 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St Andrew s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 19,1999 — Page 3 Latest contributions to the scholarship fund New benefactor status ($1,000 or more) was achieved for the Guido Binda Memorial and patron ($500 or more) for the Con­ nie Parker Memorial. Additional 1998 funders ($100/calcndar. year) are M.V. Band Boosters, H. Hugh Hickok, Edith Bene­ dict Memorial, L.C.A. Con­ gregational Church, Homer and Joan Wincgar, Monroe County Superintendents As­ sociation, Connie Parker Memorial, Ted and Pam Fox and Family, Vernon and Elva Boyles, Maple Valley News, Vermontville GFWC, Gene R. Montgomery, Eileen’ Jensen Memorial, Robert and Vicki Mansfield, Vernon and Eloise Wheeler, and Guido Binda Memorial. Ted and Pam Fox and Family again donated in honor of William and Jarene Fox. Edith Benedict memorials were from Robert and Sue Dormer, Wesley and Opal Gillons, Dennis and Judith Cates, Walter and Mary Brimmer, Joshua Pugh, Benedict family, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, Homer and Joan Winegar, Linda J. Aldrich, Albert and Ruth Mix, Irma Joppie, Warren, Leona, Robert McNally, Charles and Louise Viele, Arline Hokanson, Ernest Lindberg, Veronica Perry, Lyle and Mary Hokanson, M.VM.S. Foundation Board of Directors, Claude and Al­ ice VanBlarcum, Stan and Marabcth Graham, Trent and Travis Graham, and Larry and Barbara Musser. Eileen Jensen memorials were from Larry and Bar­ bara Musser, Dale Briggs, Leo K. Gaedert, Roger Frank, Donald Hosey, Shirley Cook, Bettyann May, Walter Vernon, Tom Mahar, David Musser, and Bruce E. Stedge. Additional donations in memory of LaVance Aldrich were from Lorraine Eisbrenner, Homer and Joan Winegar, and Wilbur and Kay Marsh. Additional donations in’ memory of Connie Parker were from Paul Kapusky, Dennis Stanek, Dr. George Woons, Kent County Super­ Association, intendents Michael D. Emlaw, Patricia (Mingus) Powers, Albert and Ruth Mix, Homer and Joan Winegar, Monroe County Superintendents Associa­ tion, Traverse Bay Area In­ termediate School District, Daniel Manthe, Michigan Association for Supervision and Curriculum Develop­ ment, Don Elliott, June M. Schaefer, Columbia School District, and Mabel Booher. Additional donations in memory of 'Iva Weiler Rogers were from John and Phyllis Simpson, Homer and Joan Winegar, and Marvin and Judith Laurie, Al and Jayne Simpson and Family, and Kathleen W. Neal. Burr Hartenburg Memori- HASTINGS 4 Free Drink Refills .250 Com Refills Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ONLY $3.50 Matinees before 6 p.m. Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tuesday O No passes or Tuesday discounts Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View MOVIE GUIDE A CIVIL ACTION next month, said Librarian Deidra Bryans. The new hours are: Mon­ day 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday 10-6, Friday 10­ 6, and Saturday 9 a./m. to noon, effective Monday, Feb. 1. The library is planning its next After School Special for Wednesday, Feb. 10, at 4 p.m. The focus of the special will be making Valentines, and playing games. "It will be a lol of fun, and children of all ages are invited to attend," said Bryans. When most banks in Michigan have changed their names because of changing ownership, Eaton Federal Savings Bank has remained tried and true to its Mid-Michigan heritage. We were found­ ed 62 years ago by a small group of local businessmen in downtown Charlotte where we still reside today, serving local residents the same as we did back in 1937, with honesty, forthright­ ness, and exemplary service. Over the years, we have remained community based and independent, continuing to preserve our local heritage. To better serve our Customers, we gradually expanded by establishing branches in Eaton Rapids, Nashville', Olivet and Grand Ledge. In a sense, we are neighbors helping neigh­ bors. Eaton Federal is proud to announce another record performance year during a challenging time for our industry. We thank all of our loyal customers because we know our strength depends on you ... we look forward to serving you in 1999. FINANCIAL STATEMENT After close of business December 31,1998 Snowmobile safety, from page 2---------- MIGHTY JOE YOUNG STADIUM SEATINGIDIGITAL SOUND BILL PAXTON (PG) ■ TUES 12:10.230.450,7:15.930; WED/THURS 4517:15,930 STEPMOM STADIUM SEATING® IGITAL SOUND JULIA ROBERTS (PG-13) TUES 12:15,2:40.505730.955; WED/THURS 505.731955 I COUPON • WHh TNt MID Receive a... । “ ■ FREE 46 oz. POPCORN) HII Cajpimpm 171599-(MV) 1 H ■ Titles subject to change. hoi makes for a deadly combination. “If you follow the rules both written and common sense, you can make the most of your snowmobiling experience in Eaton County,” concluded Hutting. Call theater for show times: 945-2243. Visit our website at www.gqtl.com " ■ fl ri y ,S u • Large Selection of Calicos for Quilting and other projects • New Spring Fabrics Arriving • Sale Table still has Good Mk You for 62 Years! WED/THURS 4:45,7:10,925 ROBIN WILLIAMS (PG-13) TUES 12:00.220,4:40,7.00.920; WEO/IHURS 4:40,700.920 Others who donated re­ cently were Daryl and Kay Hartzler, H. Hugh Hickok, Melva Turner, Maple Valley News, Vermontville G.F.W.C., Robert and Vicki Mansfield, Vernon and Eloise Wheeler, and L.C.A. First Congregational Church. The Maple Valley Memor­ ial Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit charitable foundation that uses interest earned on donated funds to provide scholarships to Maple Valley graduates. For more information, write: M.VM.S. Foundation, P.O. 517, Nashville, Ml 49073. A Name That Has Stood By JOHN TRAVOLTA (PG-13) TUES 1210,230,4:45. 7:10.925; PATCH ADAMS ion Corey, Viola Bennett, Tom Joostberns, Marion Sours, and Mary Hosey. Elmer and Junia Jarvie do­ nated in memory of John Dull and Mark Andrews, Vernon and Elva Boyles in memory of Vaun Boyles. Gene R. Montgomery donated in memory of Gertrude Montgomery. M.VM.S. Foundation Board of Directors donated in memory of Guido Binda (ar­ chitect of M.V. High), as did the Guido H. and Elizabeth Binda Foundation. Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter do­ nated in memory of John Dull. Eaton Federal Savings Ban Putnam Library to change hours The Putnam Library will changed the hours it is open als were from Shirley, Steven (Jr.) Watson, friends and neighbors, Lute and Maxine Hartenburg, M.V. Band Boosters, John and Lois Moore, Wilbur and Kay Marsh, Albert and Ruth Mix, Homer and Joan Winegar, Richard and Janis Crum, and Betty Keener. Homer and Joan Winegar also donated in memory of Gaylord, Gloria and Esther Fassett, Nancy Wells, Mary Hosey, Leon and Maxine Housler, Bill Richards and Charles Brill. Wilbur and Kay Marsh also donated in memory of Gertrude Montgomery, Mar- Assets Mortgage Loans and Liens on Real Estate ................................ $1 Mortgage Pools ............................... Loans on Savings Accounts ......... Consumer Loans Accrued Interest Real Estate Owned and in Judgmen Education Loans ............................. Investment and Securities ............ Cash on Hand in Banks Office Buildings and Equipment (Less Depreciation) .................. Deferred Charges and Other Assets Liabilities ,617,183.95 513,967.88 .479,167.00 ’.......579,917.86 868,607.32 85,484.20 ... 1,063,916.81 8,311,681.04 2,172,926.40 9,668.12 1,740,307.40 Savings Account Advances for Taxes and Insuranc FDIC 2,075,743.81 Advances from Federal Home Loan Bank .. 10,000,000.00 Other Liabilities 1,008,788.48 General Reserve ...... 22,366,262.32 $225,262,827.98 INSURED 189,812,033.37 Eaton Federal $225,262,827.98 Olivet 749-2811 Nashville 852-1830 Grand Ledge 627-6292 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 19, 1999 - Page 4 Maplewood kids busy with lots of projects by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Tongue twisters, earth­ quakes, paper airplanes, and salsa are some of the things that could be found at Maplewood Elementary last week, all part of projects the students were completing. Lori Bunker's fifth grade class members were hard at work composing tongue twisters and putting them on the computer. "The students have made up the twisters, then we typed them on the com­ puter, learning how to use the word processing program. We are now working with different fonts, and learning how to use spell check," said Bunker. The teacher said students also were adding clip art and color by using a paint pro- gram. "It is leaching the kids a lot about creativity and us­ ing the computer, and we are also having a lot of fun with the twisters," she said, smiling. Student Rusty Harris was working on his twister on the computer: Frankenstein fed frankfurters to his friends for the feast, adding pictures to the twister. Down the hall in Josh Meersma's fifth grade class­ room, the students were simulating earthquakes — on a smaller scale, of course. The students built models-of earthquakes and simulated the event. "This excersise shows the shifting of the plates," Meersma said. "We talked about pangea — how the land was all previously con­ nected and how it eventually split. One interesting thing we learned was that the earth is shifting at the same rale that fingernails and hair is growing." Meersma said that the class studied the three rea­ sons pangea proves to be true including: the land on earth fils like a puzzle, it is still shifting, and soil can be matched from different continents. Laurie Pettengill's sixth g ing paper Danny Jopie with his prize-winning homemade paper airplane. He earned extra credit for winning with his airplane in two contests. iment about forces. "The student's had the question about why some­ thing so heavy, like an air­ plane could fly," Pettengill said. "So we built paper air­ planes, tested how they flew, trying to make them do loops, a dropping test, a forward glide and a backward glide." She said that the students then voted on whose plane flew the best and held a con­ test on whose plane flew the farthest. Donny Joppie won in both categories, with his tiny plane. "Il won because I taped a quarter on the bottom of it," See projects, pg. 5 Some of Josh Meersma's fifth grade students show their earthquake simulators they constructed for a science class. his props for his presentation on Peru. Laurie Pettengill's sixthgrade class shows some of their paper airplanes they used in a study of forces. Carmen Wells, with her illustrated map,flag, and report about El Salvador. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 19, 1999 — Page 5 Cindy Grant resigns school board position l.l_____ xL b y Shawna HLf. Lf.u lb.lb__a__r _xtL h hv h v Staff Writer Maple Valley School Board member Cindy Grant submitted her resignation to the board at last Monday’s (Jan. 11) meeting, citing a conflict of interest. Grant will be hired into the district as an Alternative Education computer/art in­ structor later this month. "We are really going to miss Cindy,” said Superin­ tendent Clark Volz. "You could not ask for a more committed and responsible board member. The only consolation is that she will still be working with our kids." In the past .Grant has worked within the Alterna­ tive Education program on a volunteer basis. Volz said it was the board's goal to be working on the selection process to fill the position at the February meeting. ______ .. .................................. 1998 annual school board election. Her term will ex­ pire in 2002. In other business at the FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS,We representseveral banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee ifyou men­ tion this ad. 1-800-672-9604. REPO: M UST SELLwill look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604.____________________ ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. Business Services GETTING MARRIED? Will perforin your wedding cer­ emony; Ordained Minister, 517-267-1902. _______________ ATTENTION LAND CON­ TRACT HOLDERS! Are you receiving payments? Get cash for your LAND CONTRACT. Call toll free 1-888-332-3488. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. There is painting going on. and the only masonry work left is at the high school tering extended days to stu­ dents on a first-come, first served basis. The days ex­ tended will focus on school subjects two days a week from 2:50 to 3:50 p.m. gymnasium. The gym should be closed in in two meeting the board: • Was honored by Volz for members' "dedicated weeks. Volz added. • Discussed the district owned forest land in the Hastings area. Discussion' work for the district." The recognition coincides with the national School Board Recognition Month, Volz • Approved releases for students leaving the district. • Heard from Fuller Ele­ concerned thinning the trees to manage growth and re­ duce disease. The motion for action was tabled until fur­ ther research could be con­ ducted] said. "I think that one of the greatest strengths as a dis­ trict is the board," Volz said. "They are visionary, and they discipline their per­ sonal needs with the needs of the district. This board works hard for every child." Volz then presented each • Set a special meeting to discuss negotiation strategies for Monday. Feb. 8. at 7 p.m. • Approved maternity leave for Shelly Tebo, a special education teacher. member with a book bag to carry school board materials in. • Heard Maplewood Prin­ cipal Nancy Potter report that the students raised $3,100 for playground • Heard a construction re­ port from Volz, who said that every project site is into the finishing phases. equipment at the walk-athon held recently. Cindy Grant is resigning from the school board to become an teacher in the district. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO -Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800-672-9604._____________ • G_r_a__n__t .w.as e.lec.ted. in. the ’ A,so heard from Potter chat Maplewood will be of- mentary Principal Bernie Hynes that the enrollment is at an all-time high of 550 students. She said that 95 to 100 students are participat­ ing in the breakfast pro­ gram, and 253 are eating in the lunch program. Hynes also reported a 97% parent participation in parenl/leacher conferences. Hynes also reported that the district will be partici­ pating in GRASP (Grand Rapids Area Summer Pro­ gram), a summer correspon­ dence program. The Fuller principal also reported that Fuller Elemen­ tary received a $500 grant to work with at risk students. Projects, cont’d from page 5— Joppie said. Joppie earned extra credit for winning. Lynne Snyder's class was busy putting on a short play celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday. The saved these Bill Nave play was followed by class presentations focusing on different Latin American countries. The students were required to make a map of the country, a Hag and a pic­ ture. The students also dis­ cussed the many different cultures. Carmen Wells, who did her project on El Salvador said, "They grow the most coffee in South America, which is^neat. Another neat kids from drowning, but he’s not a lifeguard Verleeta Wootenfound thing is that when you are 12, you can quit school to help in the fields and with several new stars, but the chores." Students relaxed after the presentations with a Latin American treat with a solid following in the U.S. — fshe’s not an astronomer chips and salsa. (jive A Memorial Zhat Can A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. any ommunity foundation And Ivan Neal put out a lot offires, but he’s These are teachers. But to the kids they reach, they’re heroes BE A TEACHER. 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For Sale Erica Krolik is crowned queen at the homecoming game. (Photo by Perry Hardin.) Wanted: Standing Timber Call FOR SALE:: Hard ar Maple, ape, Ash s, Cherry, mixed. Cut, split, delivered. $40 face cord plus tax. No Sunday sales. Call Kent Hamilton 517-852-1864. Hughes Logging Help Wanted (517) 852-9040 RELIABLE PEOPLE NEEDED work hourly or live-in to help seniors in Hastings/Delton 616731-5775. Leonard Hughes, Jr. Log With Horses or Skidder �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 19, 1999 - Page 7 Search begins for Maple Syrup Queen All junior girls who at­ tend Maple Valley High School are being invited to enter the 1999 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen contest. Applications for the com­ petition are available in the high school office. The deadline to apply is Jan. 29. A maple syrup queen and an alternate queen will be selected at a 7 p.m. event Tuesday, Feb. 9 at the Ver­ montville Congregational Church, said Marlene Mar- tin, who has coordinated the contest and worked with the queens and courts for many years. The community event, sponsored by the Vermontville Lions Club, includes a dinner and pro­ gram. A preliminary orientation of interested girls and their parents will be held before the community event to dis­ cuss the duties of the syrup queen and her alternate. The queen and her alter- Members of the Maple Valley Winter Homecoming king and queen court: (top) Queen Erica Krolik, (second row left) Trish Sloan, King Judson Burpee, (front) Leslie Grant, and Andy Patrick. Not pictured: Kevin Aspinall. Seniors to meet Jan. 20 Senior citizens group will meet at the Vermontville Methodist Church Wednes­ day, Jan. 20, for lunch at noon. Those attending are asked to bring a dish to pass. For more information call 726-0574. Nichole L. Ranshaw has joined the United States Army under the Delayed En­ try Program at the U.S. Army Recruiting Station, Big Rapids. The program gives young men and women the oppor­ tunity to delay entering ac­ tive duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive ad­ vanced individual training in announced- their career specialty. Ranshaw, a 1998 graduate of Charlotte High School, will report to Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C., for basic training on May 18, 1999. She is the daughter of Bar­ bara A. Pruden of 121 W. Francis, Nashville and Ricky R. Ranshaw of 21 Mile Road, Evart. I April and will promote locally-produced maple syrup products around the state at other times during the year. They are expected to appear in 12 to 14 parades. A $500 scholarship will be awarded to the queen. The alternate will receive $250. Mileage also is paid for the two to represent the Ver­ montville Maple Syrup As­ sociation at parades within a 50 radius of Vermontville. Newest citizen In the Service Nichole L. Ranshaw nate will reign over the Ver­ montville Syrup Festival in GIRL, Abigail Elizabeth Jin-Lee Smith was wel­ comed home from South Korea on Jan. 7, 1999. She was born on May 6, 1998. Proud parents are Dan and Diane Smith of Nashville. Her big brothers are Joey and Garret. Grandparents are Joe and Marge Andrews of Nashville, Betty and Richard Kaub of Hastings. CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP A) CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children Call 945-9554 for ACTION-Ads! AV EDA. A THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE POWER AND PLANT ESSENCES. Good Wj Neighbor Compare TogSggs National Brands And Save! 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Opening: The meeting was called to order by President Call­ ton at 7:07 p.m. A roll call vote was taken for attendance which is listed above. Others present: Administrators Black, Gonser, Hynes, Superintendent Volz and Supervisor Powers. 2. Minutes: A motion was made by Sessions and sup­ ported by James to approve the minutes of the December 14, 1998 regular meeting as pre- sented. Motion carried 6-0. 3. Bills: A motion was made by Avery and supported by Cur­ tis to pay the bills in the amount of $71,228.14 as presented from the general fund. Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Ses­ sions and supported by Avery to pay the bills in the amount of $580,487.50 as presented from the building and site fund. Mo­ tion carried 6-0. 4. Payroll: A motion was made by Avery and supported by Curtis to transfer $241,520.31 for the December 23, 1998 payroll and $232,681.50 for the January 8, 1999 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Mo­ tion carried 6-0. 5. Communications: Written communications included letters from three legislators compli­ menting Maple Valley students’ NASHVILLE MAPLE SYRUP ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING JANUARY 21, 1999 • 7 P.M. CASTLETON TOWNSHIP HALL B. WHITE 517-852-9189 NOTICE Maple Valley Schools has a vacancy on the Board of Education. Anyone interested in filling this position until approximately June 18, 1999 should contact the Administration office, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI (852-9699) by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 3, 1999. 102 PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a Public Hearing on January 28,1999, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 206 N. Main. PURPOSE: To discuss the pro­ posed budget for the 1999-2000 bud­ get year. THE PROPERTY TAX MILL­ AGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PRO­ POSED BUDGET WILL ALSO BE A SUBJECT OF HEARING. The 1999-2000 budget will be voted on during the regular Council Meeting to be held immediately after the Public Hearing. knowledge of the issues and their behavior during a presenta­ tion given at the high school last fall and a letter to board mem­ bers from Linda Miller. 6. Recognition: As part of School Board Recognition Month, Supt. Volz recognized the Board of Education mem­ bers for their contributions to the district and presented them with totefolios. 7. Reports: In the. absence of Mike Montieth of Wolgast Corpo­ ration, Supt. Volz presented an update of the building project. Brief reports from each building were presented. Supt. Volz com­ plimented the board on their vi­ sion and the timely actions they authorized in regard to the re­ moval of underground storage tanks; he wants to set committee meeting times and schedule a board retreat; MEAP testing will begin soon. Dunham entered the meeting at 7:45 p.m. 8. Additional agenda items: A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to add consideration of Shelly Tebo's request for a maternity leave to the agenda. Motion carried 7-0. It will be Item #5 under New Business. 9. Requests for release: A mo­ tion was made by Avery and supported by James to release Russell and Ryan Boyer for the remainder of the 1998-99 school year to continue to attend Char­ lotte Public Schools. Motion car­ ried 7-0. A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Avery to deny the request to release Courtney Lynn Brown to attend Hastings Area Schools. Motion carried 5­ 2, Dunham and Sessions dis­ senting 10. School forest: A motion was made by Dunham and sup­ ported by Curtis to table the is­ sue of thinning the school forest until more information can be obtained. Motion carried 7-0. 11. Meeting schedules: The Board agreed to set a special meeting for a board retreat and committee meetings on Monday, February 1,1999 at 6:30 p.m. at the County Seat in Hastings. 12. Board resignation: A mo­ tion was made by Dunham and supported by Avery to accept Cindy Grant’s resignation from the Board effective January 25, 1999 with regrets. Motion car­ ried 7-0. 13. Maternity leave: A motion was made by Avery and sup­ ported by Sessions to grant Shelly Tebo’s request for a ma­ ternity leave beginning January 25, 1999 through approximately March 24,1999, using sick days until her short-term disability be­ gins then freezing the remainder until her return. Motion carried 7­ 0. 14. Adjournment: A motion was made by Sessions and sup­ ported by Curtis to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 7-0. Meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m. Approved Feb. 8, 1999 Allison Avery, Secretary Board of Education THESE MINUTES ARE SUB­ JECT TO APPROVAL AT THE NEXT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION (101) Allen property rezoning request withdrawn by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer A request to rezone Robert Allen's property at 128 Fuller St. from residen­ tial to business has been dropped, Nashville Village President Dennis Mapes told the council last Thursday. The request was one of the first steps in putting in a proposed gas station/convenience store and possible a drive-through fast food restaurant on that cor­ ner. The land would have been purchased by Jeff Hynes and John Kent to Barry County Commission on Aging menu and scheule Lite Meals Menu Wednesday, Jan. 20 Chicken pasta salad, raisin bread, pea salad, pears. Thursday, Jan. 21 Chicken salad spread with a dinner roll, coleslaw salad, black cherries. Friday, Jan. 22 Turkey and cabbage salad, melba toast, cucumber salad, fruited Jell-O. Monday, Jan. 25 Cheddar cheese spread, crackers, potato salad, pineapple. Tuesday, Jan. 26 Turkey and shell, melba toast, three bean salad, mixed fruit. Hearty Meals Wednesday, Jan. 20 Szechwan turkey and broccoli, dinner roll, whipped sweet potatoes, warm crisp. Thursday, Jan. 21 Oven baked pork chop, corn bread, green bean casserole, carrots, fruit cocktail. Friday, Jan. 22 Nancy’s famous meatloaf, dinner roll, whipped pota­ toes, spinach, fresh banana. Monday, Jan. 25 Chicken nuggets, muffin, broccoli and carrots, peach­ es. Tuesday, Jan. 26 Beef Stroganoff over a bed of noodles, peas and pineap­ ple, corn O’Brien. Events Wednesday, Jan. 20­ Hastings, craft day; Nashville, social day; Woodland, blood pressure, Kathy MMAP; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, Jan. 21 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, social day. Friday, Jan. 22 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, Bingo. Monday, Jan. 25 Hastings, line dancing, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Jan. 26 - Puzzle day, Kathy MMAP Lincoln Meadow. School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Jan. 20 Chicken fries, roll, mashed potatoes/gravy, blueberries, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Jan. 21 No Lunch Served. Friday, Jan. 22 No lunch served. Monday, Jan. 25 Chicken nuggets, crack­ ers, carrot sticks, orange push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Jan. 26 Chicken sandwich, mash­ ed potatoes, pineapple, pret­ zel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 20 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, blueberries, juice, milk. Thursday, Jan. 21 No lunch served. Friday, Jan. 22 No lunch served. Monday, Jan. 25 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrots, orange push-up, juice, milk. Tuesday, Jan. 26 Choose One - Club sand­ wich, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, mashed pota­ toes, pineapple, juice, milk. build a new station. At last month's public hearing on the rezoning, Hynes told the council that he and Kent had gone io the Department of Environmen­ tal Quality (DEQ) earlier that day, and presented the office with a plan for the development. "...John and I went to the DEQ today and they are re­ viewing the plan. We have told them where we are go­ ing to fill... we know we are on a Hood plain. There has been no decision from the DEQ on whether or not this will happen," said Hynes at last month's meet­ ing. Hynes recommended to the council that the rezoning recommendation be tabled until this month to give the DEQ time to approve the tentative plans. John Kent said, when contacted after the meeting, that the request was with­ drawn permanently. He de­ clined to elaborate on why. "I'd rather not go over it," Kent said. "I’m not going to go into it." EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE NOTICE The Village of Vermontville would like to remind all property owners to keep the sidewalks in front of their property clear of snow and ice. Thank you. Vermontville Village Council 100 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 19, 1999 - Page 9 Leila Ruth Leifheit------------- Elois £. Wheaton VERMONTVILLE Elois E. Wheaton, age 80, of Vermontville, passed away Friday evening, January 8, 1999 at her Sunfield Township home following a long illness. Mrs. Wheaton was bom in the same house on November 16, 1918, the only child of E. Clifford and Elsie (Childs) Bosworth. She was a member of the West Sebewa Church of Christ and Women’s Society of Bismark. Mrs. Wheaton is survived by her husband of 60 years, Wayne; three children, Winston Wheaton of Stanton, Valrie (Jay) Burrows of Shelby and Wendell (Ann) Wheaton of Grandville; eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren; a niece and two nephews. Services were held Wednesday at Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken, with Virgil D. McNeil officiating. Interment was in Sunfield Cemetery. Norma Margaret Marsh SUNFIELD Norma Margaret Marsh was bom August 24, 1923 in rural Vermontville, the daughter of Alonzo and Edna (Vanderburg) Marsh. Norma passed away Sunday January 10, 1999 after a ten month battle to overcome a stroke. She was a member of the Sunfield Sunflower Lioness Club in which she worked very hard when called upon. She devoted her entire life to taking care of others. She had a special place in her heart for all the children she ever cared for, they all called her ‘Grandma Norm”. She loved all her family, her home and her pets. Norma was preceded in death by four brothers, Howard, Robert, Donald, and Fred and two sisters, Esther, and Opal. She is survived by one sister, Mary (Robert) Aspin of Mulliken; two foster daughters, Patricia (Mark) Sova of Fort Meyers, Florida and Charlene Wolf of Miami, Florida; three grandsons, Gary Wilcox, Gregory Wilcox, Timothy Ogle of Lake Odessa; one granddaughter, Stormie Sova of Fort Meyers, Florida; two great grandchildren, Cody and Cari Wilcox; two special nephews, Howard (Sandra) Marsh of Okemos, and Gary (Carol) Marsh of Charlotte; and many other nieces and nephews. Also surviving are sisters-inlaw, Reva Marsh and Helen Marsh; brother-in­ law, Winston Lake, her special family, Ken, Kathleen, Katrina, Kalvin and Kelsie Black of Sunfield. Funeral Services for Norma were held Wednesday, January 13, 1999 at the Rosier Funeral .Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Reverend Donald Woolum officiated. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the Sunfield Area Sponsors of Programs for Youth Scholarship Fund, aka, S.P.Y.’s Scholarship Fund in memory of Norma M. Marsh. 911 Dispatch, from pg. 12 at $31,851 total, for redoing and repairing over 10,000 square feet. • Authorized Frank Dun­ ham to revise the Michigan Department of Transporta­ tion grant proposal for re­ submitting the grant for pedestrian corridor funds on the old railroad bed. The vil­ lage applied for the grant in '96 but was denied, Dunham said. "The deadline is Feb. 1," Dunham said. "I would like to revise the grant proposal and resubmit it." Wolff asked how much the village would match funds for the grant. "The village would put in 30% minimum, they pay 70%," said. Dunham. "We could always decline the grant." • Raised rent on the community building to $35 and kept the deposit at $25. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville LAKE ODESSA Leila Ruth Leifheit, age 90, of Lake Odessa, passed away Friday January 15, 1999 at the East Lansing Health Care Center. She was bom September 20, 1908 in West Unity, Ohio, the daughter of Frank and Ella Mae (Aumock) Bowers. She married Harlan H. Leifheit on June 5, 1943 at the LaValley Church in Ionia County. Harlan preceded her in death on November?, 1991. Mrs. Leifheit was a member of the Sebewa Center United Methodist Church, where she was very active in the United Methodist Womans Society, and taught Sunday school for many years. She was also preceded in death by her son, Keith Hoffman; two brothers, and three sisters. Orville (Mike) Everett NASHVILLE Orville (Mike) Everett, age 84, of Nashville, passed away Saturday, January 16, 1999 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. He was born October 7, 1914 in Nashville, the son of Clyde and Ervilla (Varney) Everett. He married Madeline Allen on December 7, 1936 in Nashville, and she preceded him in death on Septembers, 1985. He attended Nashville Schools and was a carpenter, cement worker, a lathe operator and inspector for the Bliss Company in Hastings, an insurance adjuster for the Hastings Mutual Insurance Company, a linesman for the Rural Electric Association, and helped build the Kellogg School in Nashville and the Putnam Park Bridge. Mr. Everett was a volunteer fireman for Nashville, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, trappin g, playing cards, reading western novels and listening to, the Detroit Tigers Baseball games. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Jean Roscoe; two grandsons, Kevin and Max Elliston; nine brothers & sisters. Mr. Everett is survived by his daughters, Joyce (Ray) Aspinall of Nashville, Joan Elliston of Nashville, and Janet Morgan of Hastings; 14 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; one great great grandson; one great great granddaughter; sister, Cleone Knoll of Nashville, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mr. Everett were held Monday January 18, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Reverend Rob Van Engen officiated. Burial took place in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Two men confess to theft and sale Two Nashville men sus­ pected of taking a $700 video camera from an As­ syria Township Home Nov. 29 and selling it to Second Hand Corners in Nashville apparently have confessed to the crime, according to a press release from the Hast­ ings Post of the Michigan State Police. Police said Jeremy Paul Mix, 18, has been charged with one count of larceny from a building. He was ar­ raigned on the charge Jan. 11 and a Jan. 20 preliminary examination was scheduled. He is free on a $5,000 per­ sonal recognizance bond. David Earl Stephens, 19, of Nashville, was charged with receiving and conceal- ing stolen property worth more than $ 100. He was arraigned on the charge Jan. 7 and a Jan. 20 preliminary examination was set. He is free on a $2,500 personal recognizance bond. Police said one of the men is a family member of the victim and that he told police he took the camera and gave it to the other man, who later sold it to the second hand shop. Both were arrested after confessing to police. cQiornapple 3-11 RN SUPERVISOR We currently have one full time opening on our 2nd shift for an RN Supervisor. Candidates should have LTC and supervisory experience. Interested candi­ dates should submit a completed application with attached resume to the Director of Nursing. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE ^iornapple RN’S/LPN’S We currently have full and part time openings. Prefer candidates with LTC experience. If interested, submit a completed application with attached resume to the Director of Nursing. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE Cash reported missing from Nashville home Several thousand dollars was discovered missing from a safe under the bed of a Nashville woman, appar­ ently taken sometime be­ tween Oct. 31 and Jan. 6, according to a report by the Barry County Sheriff's De-, partment. The woman told police that only two keys to the box existed and she had both of them on her keychain. Also missing from the box were three rings. Police have a suspect and the incident remains under investigation. ACKET AND: COAT SALE!! 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Interment will follow the service at the funeral home in the Tuttle Cemetery, Ionia.. 945-9554J (517) 852-2540 OPEN Monday-Friday 10 to 6; Saturday 10 to 3 -'m «■■■£] ) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 19, 1999 - Page 10 Lansing Christian posts hoop win over Lions Maple Valley's Brandon Phenix (20) drives in for a layup in Friday night SMAA basketball action versus Lansing Christian. (Photo by Perry Hardin) By: Jon Gambee The Lansing Christian Pilgrims came to Maple Valley Friday looking to double their season win total, while the Lions simply tried to stop a losing streak that had reached a total of five. The Pilgrims went home happy, while the Lions are still trying to change their luck. Lansing Christian 66, Maple Valley 45. "In a game like this, when both teams are struggling, it becomes a real dogfight," said visiting coach Mei Coleman. Jerry Stutz (42) powers up a shot as the Lansing Christian defense attempts to make a stop. (Photo by Perry Hardin) "Both teams came in wanting to prove that they are belter than their respective records indicate, but only one could accomplish that." Coleman did acknowledge, however, that it was a hardfought contest. "They stayed close to us all SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts • Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations the way and it was only at the end that we sort of wore them down," Coleman said. "They can be proud of their effort." Three players combined for most of the damage against Maple Valley. Ryan Akers scored 25 points, Andy Owens 15, and Ian Heyboer 13 for Coleman. For Maple Valley Jerry Stutz had 9 points, Scott VanEngen had 9, and Brandon Phenix added 8 markers. Lansing had leads of 18-10 after one quarter and 29-22 at the half. The score was 48-35 going into the final eight minutes. The Lions never got closer than an even dozen down the stretch. The Pilgrims are now 2-6 and 1-4 in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association, while Maple Valley falls to 0-6 and 0-4. Maple Valley plays at Olivet tonight (Jan. 19) and host Webberville Friday (Jan. 22). Lions' Brandon Garvey (24) keeps his eyes on the hoop as Maple Valley met up with Lansing Christian Friday in varsity play last Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley Coach Mike Booher has coached in the system for 25 years and his freshman team last year went 19-0. As sophomores, Booher says they will lose no more than two games this year and the freshmen are again undefeated. Still Booher refuses to look ahead. "My job is about this year and these kids," he said. "They fought hard tonight and did the very best they could do. That is all I will ever ask of them. "Could we have won this game? Yes, of course. But we just missed too many is all any coach can ask." In the junior varsity game. Maple Valley beat Lansing Christian 74-59. Eric Goris and Jason Abfalter each scored 13 points and Casey VanEngen added 11, while Adam Watson had 10. Note: The Portland St. Pats game, originally scheduled for Jan. 5, will be played Saturday. Jan. 30 at Maple Valley High School. The junior varsity contest begins at 6 p.m. shots in close and we failed to anticipate quickly enough on defense to stop their cross­ court passing game. If we could have improved on those two things we could very well have won this game. "But I won't fault our effort, because we played very hard throughout the game and that Subscribe TODAY? RECEIVE all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner Call... 945-9554 The Hastings Banner • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy Experts ! c Full Color Copies I u A00Arh 8e1a4xc1h1” only o Expires Feb. 1999 N 2, S (No copyrighted pictures) (N Char otte _ thograph no. 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Long-term relationship Professional Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM,GL 0111 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 19, 1999 - Page 12 911 Dispatch antenna to be on village tower Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council Thursday night ap­ proved a request from E-911 Central Dispatch to put an antenna on the local water lower to enhance police and fire communications. The council also autho­ rized Trustee Steve Wheeler to meet with dispatch and negotiate terms of the lease agreement. Wheeler also will consult with the village attorney on the issue. Terms the council wants in the agreement include a separate building for the bj. equipment or an addition onto the existing building with separate access; a sepa­ rate power supply and, if the lease requires, a token mon­ etary amount. Council members agreed that they wanted the dis­ patch service to do the con­ struction with its own bud­ get but if the project ran over budget, the village would contribute. The coun­ cil has been hashing over the antenna issue for the past couple of months. After the council reviewed the E-911 tower agreement and the proposed lease agreement, they discussed the terms. Public Works Director Scott Decker said, "I don't want to bear responsibility for any damages to the equipment... I think there is enough room up there to build something for their equipment... It should have its own electric services so that if we have to shut ours off, we don't interfere with their equipment." Resident Gary White urged the council to take ac­ tion. "How long has this been on the table?" he asked. 2 25# ${ ${£99 $^99 $049 Wild Bird Feed $15" $1249 $H49 Canary .......... Parakeet .......... MlITBIRD Finch ............... Cockatiel ........ Parrott ............. Man lira MtUK OltUMl*44,11 NET V/I. 25 LBS. $ Remember, no a Thistle Seed $31" . . $049 Rabbitt Feed . . r $499 ysou or ewner. $15" $549 esure o eep those hardy snow birds fed this winter with Buckeye Bird Feed. Buckeye Feed is scientifically formulated to attract a wide range of colorful birds while satisfying their nutritional needs. Nashville, Michigan • 233 N. Main Street ASHVILLE f SPSPORTING cOoRoToIsNG Open: Open: Mon.-Sat. Mon.-Sat. 88 a.m. a.m. to to 5:30 5:30 p.m. p.m. / U XJ HARDWARE HARDWARE^^ cooosSO SO 852-0713 852-0713 •• We Ship UPS We Ship UPS •• SZ SZ jnSJlASHVILLE "They are holding their meeting on Jan. 21 and I think they are going to ex­ pect something in writing... If you are not careful, I think you are going to lose a good opportunity for our village." "I hope people can under­ stand where I am coming from," said Decker. "I don't think these are unreasonable requests." Decker went on to say that the requests were in the best interests of both parties involved. He also mentioned that the existing building could "easily be added to." In other business at the meeting, the council: • Tabled a request by Po­ lice Chief Bob Baker for a new 1999 Ford Crown Vic­ toria patrol car. With equipment, accessories, and lettering the car would cost $24,832.75. Baker said that there was $24,903.97 in the fund for the purchase of the car. The request was tabled un­ til the council could look into such options as recon­ ditioning the existing car, the cost of keeping two cars for the village, switching equipment from the old car to the new one and other op­ tions. "I have discussed this on previous occasions that we need a second car if one was down in an accident or in for warranty work," said Baker. Carroll Wolff said that he Terms the council wants in the agreement include a separate building for the equipment or an addition onto an existing building with separate access; a separate power supply and, if the lease requires, a token monetary amount. thought the initial price seemed a bit high for the car, as compared to other years. "I would feel much more comfortable with another pricing comparison because we have done that with other village vehicles," Wolff said. Mike Kenyon said, "I think the chief has presented more than one bid. He has presented three, they juSt are not before you." "It all boils down to where the village wants to spend its dollars.." said Wolff. "I would think our police department is a high prior­ ity," said Kenyon. "I don't know about putting threeyear-old equipment on a brand new car." The motion then was tabled, with Kenyon dissent­ ing. • Heard from Gary White that he thought the snow removal notice in the paper from the past week leaned toward a personal ad paid for by the village. "Can anybody put a per­ sonal ad in with the village public notice funds?" White asked, mentioning that he thought the ad was 1/2 for the village, .1/2 for parents and children. The ad mentioned that parents of children who must walk to school would appreciate the sidewalks be­ ing cleaned off so that their children would not have to walk in the streets. Clerk Cathy Lentz re­ sponded, "I was asked by concerned parents to put that in." Village President Dennis Mapes said," I think it was a good idea to put it in... We are concerned about our children and, like any other area, we were dumped with a lot of snow in a short time." White said he did not think the village could use public funds for private mat­ ters. Trustee Ginger Burd said, "I can understand what you are saying Gary, about the words and extra expense... hopefully, it will stimulate thinking that it is about our children's safely... it is a policy of the village. I do not think it represented a special interest group or anything." • Approved the sidewalk plan for 1999 for the village See 911 Dispatch, pg. 9 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-01-26.pdf e1585295140eae6e12406888f3fc38dc PDF Text Text IK RATE E POSTAGE GE 121 S CHURCH ST HASTINGS, Ml 49058 1893 Stings, kfl 49058 7 i Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 4/January 26,1999 nabbed after break-in attempt Two Hastings men and a Nashville man, all 19, have been charged with second de­ gree home invasion and conspiracy after a witness reported that at least two people were seen breaking into a Kalamo Township home last Monday (Jan. 18) al about 1:30 p.m. John Coe and Robert Heath of Hastings and Joseph Thurlby of Nashville were arraigned on the felony charges in Eaton County's 56th District Court Tues- day. Deputies from the Eaton County Sher-iffs Depart­ ment reported that the wit­ ness stayed at the scene un­ til responding units arrived and established a perimeter to secure die area. One of die three men was arrested at the scene when he returned and tried to pass himself off as a witness, po­ lice said. The other two were arrested when they tried to leave the area after requesting help from a local resiidecnt. "Apparently, they had fled to a home in the area and asked for a ride from the res­ ident since their car was be­ ing held by deputies at die scene,” said Lt. R. Mark O'Donnell. Last May, Coe was sen­ tenced to one year in jail with credit for 113 days served for probation viola­ tion and was to be unsuccessfully discharged from probation after completing his jail sentence. Coe originally was con­ victed March 5, 1997, of larceny in a building for breaking into the St. Rose School at 707 S. Jefferson St. in Hastings and taking cash raised during a fund­ raiser. He was sentenced on that conviction to 90 days in jail and two years proba­ tion. He has since violated pro­ bation three times, court records show. Coe is being held in the Eaton County Jail on Coe originally was convicted March 5, 1997, of larceny in a building for break­ ing into the St. Rose School at 707 S. Jefferson St. in Hastings and taking cash raised during a fund-raiser. $5,000 bond awaiting a Jan. 28 preliminary examination. Thurlby is being held on $10,000 bond awaiting an examination on the same date. He is also charged with possession of marijuana. A $5,000 bond was set and apparently posted for Heath, who is also sched­ uled for a preliminary exam­ ination Jan. 28. ienaw 4th-graders construct pioneer dwellings Oren adwtn seujsnpui ejjeLue///A4 H Keely mcmiiiod snows net pioneer settlement, and plank road made entirely from graham crackers. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Laurie Kipp's fourth grade class at Kellogg Elementary recently studied pioneer life and constructed miniature dwellings, plank roads and flat boats. "They did such a great job," said Kipp. "Their at­ tention to detail was amaz­ ing. We have been studying die mid-1800s and pioneer life. The children had to make a project based on diis time, and way of life." The projects were repli­ cas. Tiny gardens made from different colored yam, tiny fences made from tooth­ picks, and log homes built widi real wood and cement and stone were some of the malerials used. Projects in­ cluded a school house, and the Benton family home. eKaeclhloeqr qLasuturidee Knits w sittahndthse iinr tphieonbeaecrk prorowjects that are on display al the school. Teacher Laurie Kipp stands in the back row. The Bentons, Kipp said, were a Vermontville pio­ neering family. Student Jarred Goris did the Benton home replica. "I told die children not to spend money but to use ma­ terials around die house," Kipp said. One student, Kecly McMillon, made her pioneer house entirely from graham crackers. "My sister gave me the idea, it took about two days but it was fun," McMillon said. "I think they had fun while learning a lot about pioneer life, and die way people lived back dien," said Kipp. "I would like to do some research on die Benton family because diey are lo­ cal." The projects are on dis­ play on the second floor of Kellogg, in the hall. Freshmen are now 8-0 in basketball The freshman Lions traveled to Olivet last Tuesday and came away with a 59-51 overtime victory. Maple Valley led 14-5 after die first quarter, 26-17 at half and took die tiiird quarter 11-10 to up its margin to 37-27. Olivet, however, won the fourth frame 18-8 to tie die score 45-45. In overtime, Maple Valley went for a 14-6 ran to prevail by the eight-point margin. Devin Phenix led all scorers widi 20 points, Darin Thrun 13 ap d Jeff... Terberg added 10 markers. > The Maple Valley^cagers 1 won again last Friday over Webberville, 48-39. The Lions trailed 11-8 after die first quarter and 17­ 16 at the half. In the second half, however, M.V. out­ scored Webberville 32-22. Thrun led die Lions in die score book widi 19 points, Phenix had 8, Justin Sealy 6 and Jeremy Wiser also tallied 6. The freshmen are now 8i0 heading with games against ^orl!and. Tuesday and “ MomceFnday. Student Jared Goris, holds his pioneer replica of theBenton's house. The Benton's were local pioneers in Vermontville. In This Issue... • Grant named new alternative education teacher • Money machine unveiled at Maplewood Elementary • School construction continues at Maple Valley Schools • Main arraigned on six sex charges �The Maple Vafley News, Nashville. Tuesday, January 26,1999 - Page 2 ‘Senior Saints’ Bible group hears about ‘Stagecoach Days’ The Senior Saints of the Vermontville Bible Church met Jan 19 for their monthly meeting and noon luncheon in the Fellowship Hall. The program, “Stage­ coach Days and a History of Michigan Plank Roads” was presented by Harold Frey of Hastings. Frey is a member of the Barry County Historical So­ ciety and has done research and compiled information he uses tn a slide program about when and how plank roads were built in the Eaton and Barry County areas for uses ings Since then, because of his find and stories told by his parents and grandparents about pioneers coming into the area on stagecoaches to settle, he has had a fascina­ tion about them and the old plank roads. He uses information he has collected over the years in a slide program. He cov­ ers the days when roads were built in Michigan by using cut logs placed side-by-side to allow for better travel, particularly stagecoach routes from Detroit to Chicago. The plank roads al­ by stagecoaches. Frey was bom and raised in Barry County and spent much of his early life in lowed settlers to come into Eaton and Barry counties because of routes established by the way of Marshall and Johnstown Township near the Bristol Lake area, where Battle Creek and Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. “The first road into this area came into Bellevue, then running south and then one day he discovered in a wooded area some decaying plank logs from the old stagecoach route that ran from Battle Creek to Hast- west along the route of old M-78 to Jones road, it then Call It Justice: A Historical Novel About a Pioneer Fam­ entered into the southeast corner of Assyria to allow settling in Eaton and Barry counties,” said Frey. Most of the stagecoach ily in Barry County, Mi., in 1849,” he was purposely left out the last names of some of stops were about seven miles apart, where travelers could get meals or stay overnight the people in the book be­ cause some of their descen­ dants are still living in Barry Some stops became quite fa­ mous because of their food and hospitality. William “Yankee Bill” Lewis built a stagecoach stop in Yankee Springs County and might be offered at some of the incidents. Some of the book is fiction. Township, Barry County, in 1836, which was named af­ stagecoach stops in Barry County, who owned and op­ ter him and it became known as the most famous inn west of Detroit, said Frey. erated them, and about the stage drivers. He gives loca­ tions of where the plank roads were and how much it cost to build them. Frey is selling copies of his books for $10, and is do­ His second book, “Tack­ ing Down the Planks,” goes into detail about most of the As many as 100 people of­ ten stayed at his tavern and inn for a night on their way to Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids or Battle Creek. Even 60 teams of horses could be stabled at a time. Another well known innkeeper Frey has compiled information about is William We have “No Problem saving you money. nating all proceeds to help the Historical Society raise $1,000 to save a 6th Michi­ gan Calvary battle flag car­ Harold Frey shows one of his two books he has published about “Stagecoach Days” and “Plank Roads." Bristol, who became known for his establishment in piled information about stagecoach days and plank Johnstown Township on the roads in Barry County to publish and release two books. In his first, “You Can stage route from Battle Creek to Hastings. His inn was moved later to Charlton Park, where it has been re­ stored to look like when it was a stagecoach stop in the hen you insure both your car and home with us, tlirot well save you money! Stop in, or call us 1850s. Frey has collected infor­ mation and pictures stops in Barry County, but the infor­ mation he provided could today for a “No Problem" have been about any stops and communities in Michi­ Auto-Owners Insurance Company, ried by Barry County veter­ ans during the Civil War, and is the State Museum in Lansing. Anyone interested in pur­ chasing the books can do so by contacting Harold Frey at 158 East Carlton Center Road, Hastings, Michigan 49058, phone 945-4874. Call 945-9554 for ACTION Msl gan. “There wasn’t any set rules of guidelines for stage­ coach companies or innkeepers to follow. Most of them made good money, insurance check-up. ^Auto-Owners Insurance except when the railroads were built into the areas they were located at and provided a faster means of transporta­ tion,” said Frey. “Most of them closed and the owners Life Home Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY moved on or went into an­ other kind of business.” Frey has used his com- 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St.. Nashville Sunday School ... Sunday: AM Worship ........ Evening Worship Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting..... .10 a.m. 11 am. 6 p.m. p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner ol Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M 66 on Baseline) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Worship . Wednesday Family Night Service 9:45 a.m. 11 a.m. ..6 p.m. 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship 11 a.m. Church School .................. 0 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON Sunday School Worship Service 9:30 a.m. 11 a m REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School Sunday: A.M. Worship . P.M Worship Wednesday Evening Worship ................. 9:45 a m. 11 a m 6 p m. REV. ALAN METTLER .7 p.m SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PASTOR RANDY SMITH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service.................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ........................... 6 p.m 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship ............................. 9:30 a m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH (1/2 mile East of M-6A 5 mi. south ol Nashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Phone: (517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service Sunday School Fellowship Time Adult Class .9:30 . .10 10:30 10:50 a.m. am a m. a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A M Worship ....... 10 30 a m. Evening Worship 6 p m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training . MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service 9:30 a m PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School .................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service.........................7 p.m. Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service Sunday School 9 45 a.m 11 15 am REV. JAMES L HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 M-79 West ..10 a.m. .11 a.m. Sunday Schoo Worship.......... ' PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .. 9 a.m (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer .....................9 a.m (2nd and 4th Sundays) 11928 Prayer Book used at all services For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604 St Andrew s is a part ol the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening........... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOA 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ........... ... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service . .6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... ..... 7 p m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East. Allo 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. January 26. 1999 - Page 3 Cindy Grant is new alternative ed teacher by Shawna Hubbarth where I was supposed to be, Staff Writer Cindy Grant is a new al­ so I started substitute teach­ ing (in the district) and I en­ joyed that. Originally, I ternative education teacher at Maple Valley, but she is not new to the program. Grant has been volunteer­ ing her teaching services to the students since last September. Grant, who has a bache­ lor's degree in psychology and earned her teaching cer­ tificate from Calvin Col­ lege, will be teaching art, English, and computer classes. "When 1 came here, I found my niche,” Grant said. "I tried counseling at first, but it didn't seem coming here, I knew it was where I belonged.” board position to avoid any potential-conflict of interest. Working with alternative education students has its challenges, Grant said. "These are the challenges I love to take on,” she said. "It’s a cycle with the kids, I Grant has been active in care about them and they begin to care. They are good wanted to work with special education students, but after the district for many years as a fifth and sixth grade girls' basketball coach, she has also coached summer softball for 15 years,-has coached junior varsity vol­ leyball, has been part of the PTO, and was recently a school board member. Because she is now working for the district, she has resigned her school kids that are looking for a second chance and I am here to help provide that for them." Grant said that she and Principal/Teacher Tate Mix have talked about some of the goals they have for the program. "We want to blend and en­ twine subjects together for a holistic approach to learn- ing. For example I am teaching a Native American art class next semester that allows the students to learn about culture, while study­ ing art also." Grant said she will also be teaching a "survival" art class, teaching students how to make things to earn extra money, along with advanced art. "The goal I have is to plant the seed of knowledge in a way that the students themselves can nurture those seeds because they chose to. I think the reward will be seeing students get a diploma when many people thought they couldn't." Latest additions to the Vermontville Library New Adult Fiction Cornwall, and The Cat Who Soul Harvest by Tim La­ Haye (Book 4 in the Left Be­ hind series), Longarm and the Danish Dames by Tabor Evans, Inner Harbor by Nora Roberts, Someday Soon by Janelle Taylor, Seize the Saw Stars by Lillian Jackson Braun. 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(N-lOO) (VL-34) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 26, 1999 - Page 4 Alternative Ed newspaper keeps students busy by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley Alternative Education students have been hard at work publish­ ing a monthly school news­ paper titled "Alternative News: Maple Valley's Best." The newspaper, which was launched in October, gives the students a forum for their ideas, and writing, said teacher Chris Parkin­ son. "We thought of putting a paper out last year but we never got around to it," Parkinson, who has a jour­ nalism background from Editor Chris Felzke (front), Crystal Prieur (second row left), Matt Dunklee, and Jeremy Mix (back) show the finished product- The Alternative News. college said. "I thought it would be a good idea for these kids to get creative... it gives them a boost that says hey, we're just like ev­ eryone else." Actually the student newspaper is quite unique in that it is the only student run newspaper in Maple Valley. The paper is the cre­ ation of students working together in editing, writing,photography. It features comics, poetry, opinion columns and the budding talent of sports writer Jeremy Mix. "The paper allows the students to express them­ selves,' said Parkinson. "We don't say what they can and cannot write, and it allows people in the community to read the students' work." The name of (lie paper and the banner was thought up by Anna Miller. "I asked every student to come up with an idea and hers won," said Parkinson. Parkinson said the stu­ dents work on the paper dur­ ing school. Chris Felzke is the current editor, putting in extra time, Parkinson said. Regular features in the paper include senior pro­ files, and graduate profiles that focus on present and previous students. The paper is distributed at local busi­ ness around town. SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts • Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy Experts Teacher Chris Parkinson (left) leads the students on a round table discussion about future ideas for the newspaper. "Being able to go out and interview people for the ar­ ticles is the best part of the paper," said student Matt Dunklee. Fellow writer Crystal Prier agrees. "Interviewing is fun — writing is fun too, though. A lot of people complain about writing the articles but they love to see their name in print when it comes out," she said. Prieur, who graduated last week, said that she loves the writing experience so much she is thinking of coming in next semester to take the journalism class Parkinson is offering. Parkinson said he will, keep the paper going and fo­ cus on it more extensively in a journalism class he is teaching next semester. "I would* like to see it grow," said Parkinson. "I would love to possibly turn it into a money maker for the school — get advertis­ ing and maybe send it to a printer. What we do now is cut and paste and photo copy. We are just going to work on the paper develop­ ing and growing." And do the students expe­ rience deadline stress? "I'm pretty easy on them,” Parkinson smiles. "It comes out when it's ready, we don't rush it." Chris Parkinson and Editor Chris Felzke work on an upcoming issue of The Alternative News. Wanted: Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging Leonard Hughes, Jr. (5*17) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder Irma Joppie on your 97th Birthday, Wednesday, January 27,1999. From your first ride in a motor car (tiller-steered) to owning a 98 Olds; from watching the first airplanes fly to traveling in a jet; from teaching in a country school where you had to do everything to watching your grandchildren graduate from college you have experienced it all. And from your marriage to Leonard Joppie in 1921 to having 6 children, 21 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and 8 greatgreat-grandchildren (and anxiously awaiting the next 2), you have been the very heart of our family! A Card Shower is suggested. Irma has lived at 8428 Mt. Hope Hwy., Vermontville 49096 for 73 years. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, January 26, 1999 - Page 5 Money machine unveiled at Maplewood Elementary by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Money was flying every­ where at Maplewood Ele­ mentary last Wednesday, as students got a chance to be die first to use die money machine, which was crafted by Principal Nancy Potter and Kim Fowler during Christmas break. The money machine is made of plastic walls, held up by wooden tubing with a wooden floor. A hole is cut into (he plastic where a blower is inserted to make the money fly haphazardly in the air. The student then tries to grab at the money. Student Eric Turner was the first to try the machine out. He walked away with $10 for Patti Braun's class­ room. Turner was represent­ ing his classroom because they collected the most pounds of food for the Christmas food drive. Other students who went in the money machine were Connect 4 Tournament winner A.J. Olmstead, and second and third place win­ ners Jon Alexander, and Brandon Crane. The money machine was filled in be­ tween students so it always contained $30. "I think it went pretty good for its first time in use," said Fowler. "We got the idea from the PTO, who have been in previously with their money machine." Fowler said die machine will be used in (he future for incentive for the students for various projects and causes. 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VERY NICE FAMILY HOME Superintendent’s Corner School board members should receive praise By Clark Volz I would like to take just a minute of your time to talk to you about the important role the Board of Education plays in your community. We have heard too much about the corruption and antics of big government. We need to remember that there are still people committed to serving others. Not for money. Not for glory. Not for career. They serve because they want their public schools to be successful in teaching children and serv­ ing the families of their district. At times, their job is extremely difficult. Hours will be spent in study and thought just for the sake of one decision. These board members know that many of their decisions will shape the future of their schools and their communities. January is School Board Appreciation Month. As you think about what a real representative government is sup­ posed to be, you will agree that our school boards do a good job of reflecting the needs and concerns of their constituents. They care, they listen and they act for the benefit of the peo­ plePretty refreshing! Our nation’s democratic values are still being modeled by your public schools. We have a govern­ ment that is for, of and by the people. We serve everyone without regard to race, color, income, creed or handicap. Can you think of things that can be better in our schools? Of course you can. We will always be able to improve. The important thing is that our improvement will be linked to a governing body that is linked to us. Thanks to those who serve as members of our Board of Education. SOLD $69,900 148 E. FIRST STREET, VERMONTVILLE 3 Bedrooms Gorgeous Fireplace. 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This is a photo of the future entrance way to the new high school gymnasium which will include locker rooms, a concession area, a ticket booth, and a second floor exercise area. Top left: Exterior construction work continues at the new high school gym. Superintendent Clark Volz estimated that 80% of the exterior work on all the sites is complete. At right: Construction at the new high school gymnasium shows the brick work coming along on the outside wall. School construction continues Thank You for Your Patience We appreciate your cooperation and understanding during the unplanned interruption of natural gas service January 11, 1999. Consumers Energy CountonUs Visit us on the Internet: www.consumersenergy.com 3612-G �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 26,1999 - Page 7 Rep. Tabor appointed to outdoor committee Speaker Chuck Perricone last Tuesday named state Rep. Susan Tabor a;, vice chair of the Conservation and Outdoor Recreation Committee. Tabor, a Delta Township Republican, represents all of Eaton County, including Vermontville. “Coming from a family of outdoor enthusiasts, I have a personal interest in this com­ mittee and the issues we will address,” Tabor said. “I expect Michigan residents to benefit from my love of the outdoors and our beautiful state.” Although Tabor is a fresh­ man lawmaker, her experi­ ence working in the state House began several years ago as a legislative assistant. Four generations of Martins Four generations: Stewart family Great-grandparents, Harold and Bessie Stewart of Nashville, Mich.; father, Michael Martin of Wixom, Mich, and Sally Martin, grandmother, of Vermontville. Anthony Michael with great-grandma. Father Michael Martin of Wixom, Mich., Great­ Grandma Anita Martin of Lakeland, Fla. holding Anthony Michael, and Grandfather William E. Martin of Vermontville, Mich. Anthony’s Great-Grandpa Arthur Martin passed away in May of 1998. School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Jan. 27 Nachos, green beans, fruit cocktail, bread stick, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Jan. 28 Pepperoni pizza, corn, peaches, fortune cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Jan. 29 Cheeseburger, peas, applesauce, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Monday, Feb. 1 Hot dog, potato sticks, baked beans, cherry push­ up, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Feb. 2 Blueberry pancake and sausage on a stick, tater tots, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 27 Choose One - Wet burri­ to, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, fruit cocktail, jiuce, milk. Thursday, Jan. 28 Choose One - Pepperoni pizza, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, whole kernel corn, peach cup, juice, milk. Friday, Jan. 29 Choose One - Chicken fajitas, pizza, chiken sand- Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO -Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. 726-0088 (517) 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, peas, apple­ sauce, juice, milk. Monday, Feb. 1 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, baked beans, cherry push-up, juice, milk. Tuesday, Feb. 2 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, broccoli and cheese, applesauce, juice, milk.. 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Melatonin One Daily Vitamin B-12 3 mg. w/Calcium, Iron & Zinc 500 mcg. 60’s 100’s 100’s 4 39 H H M M REPO: MUST SELLwill look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604.. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376, rity and Retirement; and Transportation. Constituents are encour­ aged to call Tabor in Lans­ ing at (517) 373-0853 or write to P.O. Box 30014, Lansing, MI 48909, with Like any good mystery, you’re left guessing until the end. FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS,We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. Nd application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. She will rely on her knowl­ edge of policy making in her new role as vice chair, she said. Tabor also was appointed to committees on Local Government and Urban Af­ fairs; Senior Health, Secu- Melatonin F Compared ► to 1 r One A Day Women One Dafy 9 9 B-12A Vitamin E Vitamin E Oyster Shell 1000 I.U. 200 I.U. Calcium 500 mg. 60’s 100’s 60’s 6I 99 4 29 ”e"M E 'Compare' to Os-Cal 500 . J ImacmHIW S5 2 ' 0 64 5 HOURS : 9a m to 6 pm Mond ay-FFriday rida 9am to 4pm Saturday - �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 26,1999 - Page 8 Barry County Commission on Aging menu Lite Meals Menu Wednesday, Jan. 27 Chilled chicken wings, dinner roll, baked beans, applesauce. Thursday, Jan. 28 Meatloaf sandwich, white bread, garden Jell-O, pickled beets. Friday, Jan. 29 Creamed beef spread, crackers, pea salad, peaches. Hearty Meals Wednesday, Jan. 27 Turkey and asparagus Au gratin with dumpling, winter blend and beets, sweet treat. Thursday, Jan. 28 Chef’s choice. Friday, Jan. 29 Sloppy joe and a bun, potatoes, butter beans, pears. Events Wednesday, Jan. 27- NOTICE Maple Valley Schools has a vacancy on the Board of Education. Anyone interested in filling this position until approximately June 18, 1999 should contact the Administration office, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI (852-9699) by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 3, 1999. 102 WANT TO GET A FOOT IN THE DOOR? If you have considered entering the health care profession, a great way to start is by obtaining your CENA certificate. You can do that here at Thornapple Manor and get paid while you are doing it!!! Pre-qualifications include: honesty, dependability, like working with and helping people. Training lasts 11 days. The first 6 days run from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. and the last 5 days run from 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., with no classes being held on the weekends. Starting rate ofpay is $7.81 per hour with excellent benefits, including medical and/or dental insurance. To apply, come to Thornapple Manor to fill out an application and schedule an interview before February 4th, 1999. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 EOE Hastings, craft day, foot care, hearing aids, men; Nashville, puzzle day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, birthday party. Thursday, Jan. 28 The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: ty Jan. 27 La Leche League will meet Thursday La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 28, at 5777 Irish Road in Vermontville. The name of La Leche is Spanish and means “the milk.” A non-sectarian, non­ profit organization La Leche League’s purpose is to offer encouragement, information and support to women want­ ing to breastfeed their ba­ bies: La Leche League is hold­ ing a series of meetings in .the Vermontville area. The group is just starting and would like to see it grow. Those who are breastfeeding or pregnant and thinking about breastfeeding are wel­ come to come. During meet­ ings, the group informally discusses different phases of breastfeeding. The topic for this month’s meeting will be “Advantages of Breastfeeding to Mother and Baby.” Call (517) 726­ 1264 for directions. All women who are inter­ ested in breastfeeding are in­ vited, as are their babies. The group also has a lending li- OTmaple valley*adult eduction!] HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETION, ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION & VOCATIONAL CLASSES Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. All others may take a class for $70.00 for 7/8 weeks. ADULT EVENING CLASSES - MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY Alternative Education Building 216 Washington St., Nashville, MI 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Evening Classes Begin Monday, January 25,1999 Monday Computer Science - D. Anderson Excel Word Access Power Point Independent Study - L. Miller English - L. Miller Tuesday Civics - C. Parkinson Independent Study - C. Parkinson World History - C. Parkinson Wednesday U.S. History - D. Hustwick Independent Study - D. Hustwick World Geography - D. Hustwick Thursday Science - T. Mix Math - T. Mix Independent Study - T. Mix ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES DAYTIME! CLASSES BEGAN MONDAY, JANUARY 25,1999 8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. The Alternative Education School at 216 Washington St., Nashville, MI Math orld Geography World History onsumer Education Physical Education/Health Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, puzzle day. Friday, Jan. 29 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, birthday par­ Calendar of Events Civics English U.S. History Science Computer Science ENROLL NOW! Maple Valley Community Education office has moved to Kellogg School 324 N. Queen St., Nashville, MI Hours are: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. & 5:30-10:00 p.m. Monday thru Thursday Call 852-2145 to enroll. brary with topics on preg­ nancy, childbirth, breast­ feeding, child development, and nutrition. For further in­ formation about La Leche League or help with breast­ feeding call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726-1264. Jan.29 Feb. 1 Feb. 1 Feb. 4 Feb. 4 Feb. 2-7 For Sale Feb. 2-8 FOR SALE: Hard Maple, Ash, Cherry, mixed. Cut, split, deliv­ ered. $40 face cord plus tax. No Sunday sales. Call Kent Hamilton 517-852-1864. FOR SALE: Amana stove & refrigerator. Used 6 mos. Mov­ ing - must sell! $900 for both. Ph. 616-758-3836 after 6:00p.m. Business Services GETTING MARRIED? Will perform your wedding ceremony; Ordained Minister, 517-267­ 1902. BANKRUPTCY LEGAL SERVICES. First consultation free, fees fully explained in ad­ vance, call 616-945-3512 for appointment. Feb. 13 Feb. 17 Feb. 17 Feb. 18 Feb. 20 Feb. 20-21 Feb. 22 Feb. 25 ATTENTION LAND CON­ TRACTHOLDERS! Are you receiving payments? Get cash for your LAND CONTRACT. Call toll free 1-888-332-3488. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. ' National Ads BREAD DELIVERY: To $14.42/hr+ benefits! Will train. Local route! Need many now! 616-949-2424. Jobline fee. GENERAL FACTORY HELP/PACKAGING- To $15/ hr+ benefits! Many!! Permanent. Start now. 616-949-2424. Jobline fee. CLERICAL/ADMISSIONS (MEDICAL)- To $10.45/hr+ benefits. On job training.' Start now. 616-949-2424. Jobline fee. CABLE INSTALLER- To $l,000/wk. On job training. Work own hours!! 616-949­ 2424. Jobline fee. Clarksville Crop Production Series Field Crop Ecology, Marshall. Pesticide Update, Dari’s Banquet Hall Alto. Barry County Homemakers, Council Meet­ ing, 1:30-3:30 p.m., C/L Bldg., Comm. Rm. Market Steer pre-registration forms must be turned into the Extension Office for all youth! Non-Livestock Developmental committee Mtg., 6:30 p.m. at the Extension Office. Wheat 2000 Meeting at Kellogg Biological Station. Peer Plus, Group Dynamite, YEA Work­ shop at Kettunen Center. Dairy Development Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. Animal Science Contest at MSU. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at the Extension Office. Pesticide Update, Community Room at C/L Building. Companion Animal Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. 4-H Project Career Days workshop, 9 a.m. at the Hastings High School. Early Adolescent Workshop - Kettunen Center. Rabbit Developmental Committee Meet­ ing, 7 p.m. at Hastings High School. Marketing Workshop. PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a Public Hearing on January 28,1999, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 206 N. Main. PURPOSE: To discuss the pro­ posed budget for the 1999-2000 bud­ get year. THE PROPERTY TAX MILL­ AGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PRO­ POSED BUDGET WILL ALSO BE A SUBJECT OF HEARING. The 1999-2000 budget will be voted on during the regular Council Meeting to be held immediately after the Public Hearing. REGISTRATION NOTICE FOR VILLAGE GENERAL ELECTION MARCH 8, 1999 To the Qualified Electors off the Village of Nashville (Precinct No. 1) COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN Notice is hereby given that in conformity with the “Michigan Election Law", I, the undersigned Clerk, will upon any day, except Sunday and a legal holiday, the day of any regular or special election or primary election, receive for registration the name of any legal voter in said Township, City or Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT IT WILL BE AT THE VILLAGE HALL FEBRUARY 8, 1999- LAST DAY The 30th Day Proceeding Said Election As provided by Section 498, Act. No. 116, Public Acts of 1954 As Amended at 206 N. Main Street, Nashville. For the purposes of REVIEWING and REGISTRATION and REGISTERING such of the qualified electors in said TOWNSHIP, CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROPERLY apply therefor. 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Ad#.8656 Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM, GL 0118 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 26,1999 - Page 10 M.V. wrestlers record wins at Delton Kellogg Marlon T. ^Budr Cantrell NASHVILLE Marlon T. “Bud” Cantrell, age 66, of Nashville, passed away Friday, January 22, 1999 at his home. Mr. Cantrell was bom September 27, 1932 in Livingston, Tennessee, the son of Euin C. & Willie (Ramsey) Cantrell. He attended Battle Creek Central High School. He married Maijorie M. (Munn) April 16, 1959 in Battle Creek. He was employed at Post Cereals a Division of Kraft Foods for 37 years as a millwright, he retired in 1987. Mr. Cantrell was a member of Post 25 Year Club. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, farming, and his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Priscilla Thompsett; his mother, Willie-Bernice (Ramsey) Cantrell; brother, C.J. Cantrell grandson, & Stephen Cantrell. Mr. Cantrell is survived by his wife, Maijorie of Nashville; two sons, Ronald D. Cantrell of St. Petersburg, Florida, and Bryon L. Cantrell of Hastings; daughter, Rachel L. Davis of Lacey; six grandchildren; father, Euin C. Cantrell of Nashville; one brother, Cleaton Jr. Cantrell of Ft. White, Florida; three sisters, Gerry Wisner of Allen Park, Michigan, Marion Izola Smith of Battle Creek, and Phyllis L. Phares of Nashville. Funeral Services for Mr. Cantrell will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home. Burial will be in Floral Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Good Samaritan Hospice (Barry County), or the American Cancer Society. Rex Donald Phillips MARSHALL Rex Donald Phillips, age 83, of Marshall, passed away Saturday, January 23, 1999. Mr. Phillips was bom April 18, 1915 in Chester Township, the son of R.D. and Bertha (Jaquette) Phillips. He married Genevieve M. Stierley on January 1, 1941. Rex was a carpenter and farmer who lived and worked in Eaton and Clinton Counties, living 22 years in the St. Johns, Michigan area. He was most recently a member of the Church of the Nazarene. He was preceded in death by his wife, Genevieve; brothers, Harold E. Phillips and John M. Phillips; nd reat grandchildren, Lydia Anne DeMott and Naomi Rose DeMott. He is survived by his daughters, Roberta (Richard) DeMott of Janesville, Iowa and Elnora B. Phillips of Haslett; grandchildren, Jeffrey D. DeMott of Albany, Georgia, Timothy J. DeMott of Americus, Georgia and Anna E. DeMott of Janesville, Iowa; great grandchildren, Jonathan L. DeMott, DeMott, Timothy C. Bethany C. DeMott and Jefferson R. DeMott; brothers, Leslie Wayne Phillips of Montgomery, Alabama and Lloyd D. Phillips of Shreveport, Louisiana; sister, Ardis Schulze of White Cloud; and 14 nephews and nieces. Funeral Services for Mr. Phillips were held Monday, January 25, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home. Dr. Harold M. DeMott officiated. Interment took place in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Man arraigned on six sex charges A 43-year-old Nashville man was arraigned in Barry ONE OF OUR GREATEST INNOVATIONS HAS BEEN AROUND A LONG, DONG TIME County's 56-1 District Court Tuesday on six crim­ inal sexual conduct charges, three of them first degree involving a 10-year-old fe­ male victim, according to the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. Howard Porter is being held in the Barry County Jail on $30,000, 10 percent bond awaiting a Jan. 27 pre­ liminary examination on the six charges, which also in­ clude three second degree counts. If convicted, he could spend a maximum of life in prison. Maple Valley High School's wrestling team met up widi Delton Kellogg and Mattawan last Thursday in mat action at Delton Kellogg High School. Maple Valley lost to die host Panthers 66-9 and to Mattawan 54-18. Winners in the match against Delton Kellogg were Randy Silsbee in die 135pound weight class and Chris Dunham at 152. Jon Silsbee pinned Heediuis in 5:16. Dunham scored a 4-3 decision win versus Ryan Summers. Silsbee also won his Mattawan match, defeating Paul Elwell 12-10. Jeff Rhoades, at 140, prevailed over Kelley Camody 5-1. Dunham edgedout Sean Camody 4-2. Chad Spears won 13-11 against John Stolle at 171. And Jamie Davis pinned Kevin Hunt in 1:08 at 215. Young Lions beat Spartans in hoops Maple Valley's freshman basketball team traveled to Springport last Tuesday and won 62-34. The Lions started slow, scoring nine points in a first quarter that ended in a deadlock. In the second quarter, die young Lions tallied 25 points to Springport's 6 to take a 34-15 advantage into half. The Lions continued to play solid defense in the second half and held a 28-19 advantage. Fifteen of Maple Valley's 16 players scored in die victory. Darin Thrun led the Lions with 14 points, Jeremy Wiser had 9, Devin Phenix 7 and John Terberg 7. Terbcrg also topped die hoop squad in rebounds and steals with 10 and 5 respectively. Thrun managed 6 steals and 4 assists. Serving Our Country Nichole L. Ranshaw Nichole L. Ranshaw has joined the United States Army under the delayed en­ try program at the U.S. Army Recruiting' Station, Big Rapids. The program gives young men and women the oppor­ tunity to delay entering ac­ tive duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive ad­ vanced individual training in their career specialty. Ranshaw, a 1998 graduate of Charlotte High School, will report to Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C., for basic training on May 18. She is the daughter of Bar­ bara A. Pruden of I2l W. Francis, Nashville, and Ricky R. Ranshaw of 21 Mile Road, Evart. Christopher M. Baker Army Pvt. Christopher M. Baker has entered basic mil­ itary training at Fort Ben­ ning, Columbus, Ga. During the training, the soldier will receive instruc­ tion in drill and ceremonies, map reading, tactics, mili­ tary customs and courtesies, physical fitness, and first aid. Baker is the son of Jeri L. Baker of 177 W. Fifth, Ver­ montville. Castleton Twp. Board Stronger than our equipment, more innovative than any technology, are the relationships we have with our customers. . That's why we invite you to attend our John Deere Day 1999 and Genuine John Deere Parts and service Expo. It's our best opportunity to show how much we appreciate you and your business. Plus, it's a chance for you to preview new equipment and see where our partnership will take us in the years ahead. Date: Saturday, February 6th, 1999 Time: 7:30 am to 2:30 pm_________ Place: Fillmore Equipment, Inc.____ Films showing at_________ 8:30, 10:15, 12:00, and 1:30 f*il Fillmore JOHN DEERE Equipment, Inc 2900 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI (North On M-43) Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 7-5; Thurs. 7-7 Sat. 7-12 945-9526 January 6,1999 Complete Overall Paint Meeting called to order at 7 p.m. by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Z. Mead was present. Approved minutes from the December 2, 1998 meeting. Approved the treasurer's re­ port. Approved paying the bills in the amount of $15,701.36. Committee reports were given. Report was given on the an­ nual road commission meeting. The closing of Greggs Cross­ ing Road from the bridge west to Washington's property line was approved. There was no correspon­ dence. Public comment was heard. Meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. 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Broadway (Just North of City Limits) ^ Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616) 945-5078 fax (616) 945-5192 144 S. Cochran (Right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan.48813 (517)543-4041 (517) 543-2272 fax �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 26, 1999 - Page 12 Felder earns medals at Martial Arts Games Paul Felder's trip to Jamaica brought him plenty of silver. The Nashville native, who attends Maple Valley High School, scored a second place silver medal in weapons and a second in sparring at the 1999 Caribbean Martial Arts Games as a member of the United States squad. He just returned to the area last Thursday after spending an entire week at the tropical island. Felder, 15, competed in the 15-17 black belt class. The karate event look place Saturday, Jan. 16. His wins came against opponents from Russia, Canada, Great Britain, Jamaica and Mexico. There were 12 competitors in the weapon event 21 athletes in the forms and 16 in the sparring event. Felder, a member of the Hastings Karate Chib, also competed in the open hands forms event. He is ranked in the State in all three martial arts categories. Il was an experience that Felder found to be quite rewarding. "I'm proud that I could Future aspirations of Felder's include trying out for die Olympic team diat will travel to Greece in the year 2,000. The work at the Caribbean Martial Arts Games should only help Felder to pursue that goal even more. compete with the USA team," Felder said. Felder mentioned that die rules in some of the events were quite strict and a handful of die martial arts participants were disqualified because of those rules. Floor hockey practice starts January 29-30 sixth grade elementary stu­ dents. Second and third grade students are eligible to par­ ticipate on a team if they have successfully completed the floor hockey workshop offered in November each year. The program is designed to promote sportsmanship, develop interpersonal skills, and offer students a healthy and educational out of school program. About 180 students will begin competitive practice activities Friday, Jan. 29, and Saturday, Jan. 30. The regu­ lar season schedule begins Friday, Feb. 5, and runs through until Friday, March 26. This program is coordi­ nated and supervised by Dave Hustwick, a veteran el­ ementary instructor of the Maple Valley School Dis­ trict. The league consists of 12 teams all coached by par­ ents. For more information, call (852-9794). The Maple Valley Adult and Community Education Program again will sponsor the Kellogg Floor Hockey League for fourth through rii Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers • Reminder • Weekender • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 1952 N. Broadway • P.O. 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Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-02-02.pdf 32bf7cfdb828415c504d32c3fd02be28 PDF Text Text ^POSTAGE POSTAGE PAID MI 49058 —Jg*l Jg*lfa7 / Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan ASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY Phone 945*9554 (Hastings) 12! S. CHURCH ST > HASTfNGS. Ml 49058-1893 Vol. 127-No. 5/February 2, 1999 Councilman Wolff walks out of meeting Nashville police car request still unresolved by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Discussion about a new police car and a 3-3 vote deadlock caused one Nashville Village Council member to leave the meet­ ing Thursday night and re­ sulted in the issue being tabled until next month. Up for a vote was a rec­ ommendation by Police Chief Bob Baker to lease a new police car and keep the current car as a back-up ve­ hicle in case of emergency or breakdowns. Baker, at the previous meeting, had presented the council with three bids for a new Crown Victoria police car. The council put the de­ cision on hold asking Baker to present more bids, and to get estimates on what it would cost to refurbish die existing car. Baker brought several more bids to the council, but some council members seemed leery of die cost of keeping a back-up vehicle. "As far as I know the council has never taken ac­ tion for a second vehicle since we have been operat­ ing... I wonder where we are headed," said Trustee Carroll Wolff and he questioned die need for what he called a "police fleet." "This is not die first time we have brought having a second car before die coun­ cil," said Baker. "If some­ thing happens to die car we have no backup. We have nothing." Wolff said diat he was concerned that the council had not had prior discussion and had not been informed about the delivery of a mo­ torcycle to the police de­ partment. "I heard we have a motor­ cycle... I can't sit here as a council member without prior discussion on how much it will cost to keep it... Don't you think as a council we should have been informed about the motor­ cycle? We are just sitting here reacting," said Wolff. Baker explained that the motorcycle is a promotional deal dirough Harley David­ son. The deal is for a fully equipped motorcycle for $300 for a year. Trustee Mike Kenyon said diat Harley Davidson called die department and said they had the motorcycle and could deliver it die next day. Kenyon also said that since committees are allowed to spend up to $1,000 without council approval that he diought it was allowed. Village President Dennis Mapes said, "I don't diink it's valid because the council hasn't acted on it." Mapes went on to say dial he had concerns about the council not being in­ formed of die motorcycle before it was delivered. Ha also said he would have to consult die village attorney to see if die contract for the motorcycle was legal and valid. "I guess I will check, but if the lease is not valid, I don't know where we go from there. I guess the first question is, do we need a motorcycle?" Trustee Steve Wheeler asked how the motorcycle affected insurance rates. Baker said it was around $700 a year for full cover­ age. Mapes asked how many police officers could drive a motorcycle and Wolff said he knew of one full-time of­ ficer who said he would not drive die motorcycle. "I think, all legalities aside, it is a good deal," said Trustee Chris Pash. "I would like to see what die attorney says before we is­ sue condemnations. When we discussed it, we decided if it was offered it would be a good deal. It was my un­ derstanding diat if die mo­ torcycle was offered, we would accept it. Pash also said diat die council had hired Baker to make die decisions based on what the department needs.The council then dis­ cussed the leasing of die new car and keeping die old one. Baker explained the benefits of having a back-up car. A vote to lease a new car and keep die old car resulted in a 3-3 deadlock, which did not pass. Wheeler, Mapes and Wolff voted no, Kenyon, Pash and Dunham voted yes. After die vote, Dunham asked about the dollar amounts of keeping two ve­ hicles. Wolff said he did not feel like he had been making much of a contribution lately and that there have been some meetings in die past where he felt he hadn't been properly informed about diings. Wolff said, "This isn't a finance meeting, and I don't want to get into it (the dol­ lar amounts)." Wolff then told the council, "I am going home and you people can decide how to handle it." He dien left die meeting. Kenyon said, "If what our police chief has submit­ ted isn't proper or sufficient See police car, pg. 2 Fire makes Vermontville home a “total loss” Blane White and his family, at left, watch as firefighers from Vermontville, Charlotte and Nashville fight a losting battle to save their home from fire Jan. 28. A firefighter takes a breather (foreground) while others continue their battle against the flames in Vermontville last Thursday. Vermontville, Charlotte and Nashville fire Depart­ ments responded to house fire at 227 East Main St. in Vermontville last Thursday. Though no one was injured in the blaze the house was declared a total loss. According to Deputy Michael Rainer, a neighbor saw die fire and went to a pay phone to call 911. No one was home at die White's residence and the family dog escaped unharmed, according to sources. In This Issue Nashville to apply for TEA-4 grant Vermontville Library to celebrate 50th anniversary Advisory panel presents results of trail survey Maplewood students learn about gifts �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 2, 1999 - Page 2 Police car request, Vermontville home a “total loss," from front page from front page — for bids, then I think he needs to know what is suffi­ cient for in the future. I picked it up and I thought it was a fine bid package. The chief did an excellent job and yet we have found an­ other problem with what be has submitted." Wheeler said, ”1 am not prepared to put a second ve­ hicle in die fleet and that is why I voted no. I came here tonight prepared to vote yes on the Crown Victoria (proposed last meeting), not to mention the motorcycle tiling." The council then decided to table die issue until next meeting. For Rent MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS country setting on black top road, 3 bedroom ranch with attached 2 car garage, full basement, cen­ tral air, non-smokers and no pets. Available March 8th, $650 a month plus security deposit. Wolever Realty, 517-726-0637 The Blane White resident at 227 E. Main Street in Vermontville was destroyed by an afternoon blaze last week. Here, a fireman takes aim at persistent flames in an upstairs room. 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Ph. 616-758-3836 after 6:00p.m. TRUMBLE AGENCY PENNY SUPPER Saturday, February 6th • 5:30 - 7:30 PM • at Nashville VFW Chop Suey & Salisbury Steak Chairperson is Alberta Lewis HASTINGS BANNER SUB-, SCRIPTIONS Phone616-9459554 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... ... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... ............ 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................ 7 PASTOR.GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. . Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .............. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.......................... 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543.5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON Sunday School............... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11 a.m. REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School....... Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ P.M. Worship.......... Wednesday Evening: Worship ................ ...9:45 a.m. ... 11 a.m. ............ 6 ......... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship ........... ...... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship... ............. 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m. Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service....................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class................................ 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.................. ..7 p.m. Wed. Service ..................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service. Sunday School... ... 9:45 a.m. ... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship........................... 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School Worship......... 10 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .............. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................. 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar - at 948-9604. St. Andrew s is a part ol the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. • 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTOR 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service........... 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 2, 1999 - Page 3 Nashville to apply for TEA-21 grant by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville^ Village Council last Thursday unanimously decided to apply for a TEA-21 Transportation Enhancement Program grant. It approved, it would provide money to die village to develop a recreational trail on die railroad bed. The resolution was ac­ cepted with die possible amendment of using die do­ nated property as part of the grant match if possible. The grant is offered by the Michigan Department of Transportation. The village is requesting a 30 percent local match to go with die state funding of 70 percent of die project. Under those terms, the state would contribute $53,186, die vil­ lage $22,798, and there would be nomparticipatin g costs of $20,080. The decision was made af­ ter the council heard from Roger Vilmont of die Thor­ napple Trail Association, and present members of die Citizens Advisory Commit­ tee. Several council members questioned going ahead widi pursuing the grant when lawsuits concerning the ownership of die rail bed are still tied up in court. Earlier in the meeting, die Citizens. Advisory Committee pre­ sented a. recommendation to revisit die idea of a trail on the railbed after the legali­ ties are worked out, prefer­ ring to instead focus on die river bed trail. (See accom­ panying story). But several members of the advisory committee told the council diat one trail did not have to cancel out the other, and the council should pursue the opportunity of a grant. Other committee members earlier in die meeting felt, however, that applying for die grant showed disregard for dieir recommendation. Trustee Frank Dunham, who is filling out die grant, emphasized that the grant might not even be offered and that if the village chose not to apply, the next op­ portunity would be in 2001. He mentioned that it takes time for the grant process to go through, and by that time a plan might have de­ veloped. "I'm saying yes, let's get the plans going on the riverbed, but let's submit both grants." said Dunham. He stressed that applying for the railbed grant is to a separate agency as the riverbed grant and would not affect getting die riverbed grant. But earlier in die meeting Trustee Carroll Wolfe said that," We are cutting our tiiroats going in with two grant applications." Dunham said, "I diink we should wait and see what grants we get. We haven't got much of a plan estab­ lished widi all the cost in­ volved. I would be interested in feasibility studies on die riverbed trail — how much fill is it going to take and where... I just tiiink it is a good idea to apply for bodi grants and go from diere." Rose Mary Heaton of die Citizens Advisory Commit­ tee talked about die possi­ bility of having both trails, and possibly connecting diem. "I diink, at least from my perspective, that our rec­ ommendation does not mean tb cancel out one trail over the other." Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker brought up die idea of the possibility of using the value of the land as money the village would be matching, and Dunham said he would see if that was possible. Vilmont, of the Thor- napple Trail Association, said that he anticipated the legalities working them­ selves out within the year. "The courts are not putting up with stalling tac­ tics any more... enough of these cases have come in and the judges are not putting up with lengthy drawn-out cases," he said. Vilmont praised the ideas presented by the Citizens Advisory Committee, say­ ing he was impressed by die work and time put into the survey, and the resulting ideas from residents. In other business the council: • Approved $1000, already budgeted, to die Transfer Recycle Station. Dunham said that the market for recyclables has plummeted. "It's costing us too much to operate," he said. "We are making some changes like discontinuing taking milk jugs because there is no market for them. We are looking into other cost cuts, be it labor reduc­ tion or hours of operation...We hope to turn this around somehow.” • Approved raising sewer rates 6 cents to every 1,000 gallons of water, and to raise water rates 3 cents to every 1,000 gallons, due to the cost of living. "It is based on usage," said Clerk Cathy Lentz. • Appointed Dunham to temporary President Pro- Tcm until the end of Febru­ ary. • Appointed Steve Wheeler to serve on die Fi­ nance Committee until Feb. 28. 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Eaton Federal FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville-852-1830 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 2,1999 — Page 4 Vermontville Library to mark fiftieth anniversary Feb. 13 The Vermontville Library has come a long way since it started up 50 years ago. The library now rents videos. Here Cheryl Bowman and son Caleb try to decide on a selection. Librarian Carla Rumsey checks out a patron at the Vermontville Library using the recently put in automated check out system. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Town­ ship Library will be celebrating it's 50th anniversary Saturday, Feb. 13, by host­ ing an open house from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The first library patrons to visit dial Saturday will receive a coupon which is redeemable for one free video rental (limit one per family). All other videos will be available for 50 cents. Refreshments will be served by members of the Library Board, which in­ clude: Mary Fisher, presi- Mildred Allen helps a patron during the open house at the library in 1949. DEBT OVERLOAD? BANKRUPTCY? SELF-EMPLOYED? Chris Rumsey, age 10, enjoys his time in the library while building.a space shuttle and launch pad. PMC Mortgage Company provides innovative financing solutions with the equity in your home. Our Experts Listen To Your Needs ... Existing Debt New Financing • Debt consolidation to a single, • Cash out lower payment • Tax lien pay-offs • Land contract refinancing • Medical bill pay-offs • Home improvements • College tuition funding Business Owners/Entrepreneurs • Vacation property purchase • Car, boat, RV purchase • Principal residence purchase • Home office start-up capital • Small business operating funds ...And Respond With The Right Solution. 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Today it of­ fers more than 21,000 books, 28 magazine titles, more than 1,000 videocas­ sette tapes, large print books, books on tape, inter­ library loan, MichiCards, copies and automated check­ out and record keeping. The library also has Internet ac­ cess (underwritten by Maple Valley Computer Center) and offers many computer programs. "It is really very cool, the history of the library and the -e--f-f-o--r-t--a--n--d---c-o--o--p--e--r-a-t-i-o--n---t-li-a--t--i-t-took to pull the library to­ gether and keep it going," said Sharpe. "It’s the people of Vermontville that have supported this library and it has become an important piece of history for the vil­ lage.” The complete story of the Vermontville Township Li­ brary starts on May 3, 1948, when the Ver­ montville .Woman's. CLuh. voted unanimously to under­ take the promotion of the library. After the vote, the president, Mrs. Ben Slout, appointed a committee to get the ball rolling on the project. Hie women attended the next Village Council meeting and presented the idea. The council granted the women the use of the base­ ment room in the Town Hall, owned jointly by the village and the township, with heat and light to be furnished by the village. Construction had to be done in the space, all by volun­ teer labor and both the lum­ ber and door were furnished by interested citizens. That fall the committee arranged to meet with a con­ sultant from die Michigan State Library, who advised diem on procedures. Next, diey contacted presiding of­ ficers of die 19 organiza­ tions of die community and formed die first library board. The board cleared out the room, and painted die future library in a soft green color. Furniture, books and money were donated. All persons who contributed be­ came a group known as die Friends of the Vermontville Public Library. This group is increasing by number even today, Sharpe said. By Feb. 12, 1949, die li­ brary was declared officially Continued next page • NOTICE* Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation will be... TAPPING TREES ...in Vermontville. If you don’t want your trees tapped, please put a white cloth around the tree. ANY QUESTIONS? Phone Eugene Fisher at... 726-0670 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 2,1999 - Page 5 From previous page > ri’> IE- IWltlKtlill ikafciM tl iito.life ji taiijaifefe Bl fcmsW ■it faikllaw BE■ikJM*1 (nd k fat Ita tailklsitW’ Ik |gigiiid0 hr ■rint^ rint^ firi ifk I®®1' I®®i1 l fc ari.fl1’"’? * i***? ? ** -.njiM* Jw«^ ready for opening. During that open house, tea and cookies were served to 200 guests. Soon after it opened, die library expanded into an ad­ joining room and added many features. One feature is die memory shelf, which has books dedicated to loved ones who have passed away. Librarian Joann Zemke, who retired from the library after 18 years in 1996, said, The biggest change was when we switched over to computers. The last year diat I was diere, we also got videos in and diat was a big change because when I started diere were not even VCRs, of course." Zemke said her favorite part about being a librarian was meeting die people. "I just love die people and hearing their stories. I still sub for the library occasion­ ally, and I go in at least three times a week to check on them," she laughed. "They are doing a great job." Sharpe said the biggest change she has seen since starting at the library has been die number of kids coming in on a daily basis. "The kids love the com­ puter, that's where it is growing. Carla is very ac­ tive in Girl Gcouts and school functions, and it makes the kids very com­ fortable being here. I have really tried to shift die focus on the junior section, to die non-fiction diere, because I believe diat it's a great in­ vestment. We get so many kids that come in to work on reports for school that we need to have current ref­ erence books." Sharpe said that her "dream come true" would be to purchase die Encyclope­ dia Britannica edition '99. But diat is unlikely witiiout major fund-raising she said because the edition costs $1,600, and die library has a yearly budget for books of $5,000. "I would love to have that edition," she said. "We fre­ quently get deals where if you purchase the edition you get the junior edition free or discounted. We are thinking of having a special fund-raiser." Sharpe said diat she was hired to launch die bar code New books on the shelf at the Sunfield District Library The Vermontville Library is currently holding a book sale, with books costing one quarter. 1 .H A monetary donation was recently bestowed on the li­ brary by Sunfield residents Jim and Carol Pahl, in loving memory of Betty Ann Fleetham. The library now has a new, deluxe -edition of Encarta loaded on the Public Use PC, replacing the previous and outdated version.' Bill Teller donated the CD-ROM program, and library board member Mike Phillips per­ formed the installation, for making the reference tool available for homework assignments. Summer librarian Amanda Wells is doing well at West­ ern Michigan University. She landed the lead in the opera, “Trouble in Tahiti,” which is being performed at WMU’s Gilmore Theater. Ticket and performance schedule information is available by calling (616) 387-6222. New magazine subscrip­ tions at the library are High­ ways: The Official Publica Publica-­ tion of the Good Sam Club and Trailer Life, both donations. New books on the shelves, by category, are: Adult Fiction - Secret Prey, by John Sandford; Day of Confession, by Alan Fol­ sum, who wrote the bestselling thriller, The Day After Tomorrow; The Most Wanted, by Jacquelyn Mitchard; Orchid Beach, by Daniel Goleman,, a donation Stuart Woods, and Red White and Blue, by Susan Isaacs. Shining Through, a previous release by Susan Issacs, is a donated large print. Christian Fiction Dakota: Four Inspirational Love Stories of the Northern Plains, by Lauraine Snell­ ing; Honor’s Pledge and Honor’s Prince, are books 1 and 2 of Kristen Heitzmann’s new Rocky Moun­ tain Legacy series; The Sil­ ver Cross and The Golden Cross are by Angela Elwell Hunt and are books one and two of another new series. The Heirs of Cahira O’Con­ nor. Adult Non-Fiction Emotional Intelligence, by makes a case for identifying real intelligence, which lies beyond traditional IQ mea­ surements; The Frugal Gourmet Keeps the Feast: Past, Present, and Future, is Jeff Smith’s cookbook fea­ turing dishes from ancient times and Biblical traditions; Combat Swimmer: Memoirs of a Navy Seal, is by retired Captain Robert A. Gormly, USN; Paint and Body Hand­ book is a hands-on car body repair and paint instruc­ tional, and a donation; The Wild West, a donation, is the companion to the TV minis­ eries by the same name. It contains landscape photog- See new books, page 9 Valentine Week* February 8-13 Use this coupon to receive... 1O% Off Your Valentine Order February 8-12 ^Something & Special Cash <& Carry Only on Coupon Redemption 1-888-286-8270 852-0313 Kathv^ 207 N. Main Box 410 Nashville Hours: 9-5 Mon.-Fri.; 9-12 Sat. c$ou/e.\s and Qijfs Saving off suMounding aiteas and £uneW (tomes Mildred Allen, Vermontville Libraries first Librarian sits behind her desk in 1950. automated system, and that now that it's in place, it protects privacy much bet­ ter. "Before we had written names in the covers of die books, so you could always see who wrote what." Sharpe said that die li­ brary has many goals for die future. "We would like to get more computers and get more Internet access, and more computer programs." She said another area of focus is more programming for the public. "We would love to have programs like after school specials, or maybe an adult reading discussion group, but we just don't have die staff to do diose diings. TANNING *4.00 per visit Walk-Ins *15.00 5 Visit Package *25.00 10 Visit Package *40.00 20 Visit Package New Tanning Beds California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 But the Vermontville Li­ brary has come a long way, from a grass roots project to an up and running and se­ cure library. "It really is a testimony of what people can do when they work together for the good of die community, and it feels so great to be cele­ brating 50 years of diat co­ operation," Sharpe said. Maple Valley grad on Alma dean’s list Alma College has named nearly 400 students to the dean’s list for outstanding academic performance dur­ ing the 1998 fall term that ended Dec. 18. Kathryn McDougal, a graduate of Vermontville/ Maple Valley High School, was among the honored stu­ dents. Students who achieve a 3.5 or better grade point av­ erage during a term, while carrying a minimum of 13 credits (at least eight of which are evaluation grades), are named to the list. Reach over 0,000 area homes with a Reminder ACTION-AD Call 945-9554 24 Hours a Day 7 Days a Week ImAPLE VALLEY*ADULT EDUCTIOnI HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETION, ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION & VOCATIONAL CLASSES Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. All others may take a class for $70.00 for 7/8 weeks. ADULT EVENING CLASSES - MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY Alternative Education Building 216 Washington St., Nashville, MI 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Evening Classes Begin Monday, January 25,1999 Monday Computer Science - D. Anderson Excel Word Access . . Power Point Independent Study - L. Miller English - L. Miller Tuesday Civics - C. Parkinson Independent Study - C. Parkinson World History - C. Parkinson Wednesday U.S. History - D. Hustwick Independent Study - D. Hustwick World Geography - D. Hustwick Thursday Science - T. Mix Math - T. Mix Independent Study - T. Mix ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES DAYTIME CLASSES BEGAN MONDAY, JANUARY 25,1999 8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. The Alternative Education School at 216 Washington St., Nashville, MI Math World Geography World History Consumer Education Physical Education/Health Civics English U.S. History Science Computer Science ENROLL NOW! Maple Valley Community Education office has moved to Kellogg School 324 N. Queen St, Nashville, MI < Hours are: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. & 5:30-10:00 p.m. Monday thru Thursday Call 852-2145 to enroll. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 2,1999 - Page 6 Advisory panel presents results of trail survey by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Citizens Advisory Committee presented results of a village-wide survey on recreational trails to the Nashville Village Council last Thursday. Village President Dennis Mapes praised die group, saying, "I think it’s great that people from the com­ munity would put their hard work and time into this project... we are thankful that we have people willing to work this hard and do it" Mapes then handed out certificates of appreciation to Co-chairs Sally McLean and Russ Furlong, and the rest of the Citizens Advi­ sory Committee. "We thank you all for your time and effort, we re­ ally appreciate it," said Mapes. A total of 372 voting age citizens responded to the survey. The results are as follows: 1. Do you want a trail? Yes, 280 (75%); No, 61 (15%); Other, 31(9%); total: 372. 2. Do you want a trail along the railroad bed? Yes, 242 (73%); No, 49 (15%); Other, 42 (13%); total: 333 3. Do you want a trail along the Thomapple River? Yes, 229 (76%); No, 32 (11%); Other, 39 (13%); to­ tal 300. 4. Do you want a trail elsewhere? Yes, 12 (4%); No, 216 (76%); Other, 55 (20%); total 283. Trustee Mike Kenyon read die comments of the survey to the council. They in­ cluded such comments as: "I believe diis would to keep the bikes and walkers off die road.” "It would be a positive movement for the village." "Personally, I don’t think we need it." "No tax dollars should be used." "Will help reduce vandal­ ism." "Wants snowmobile access." Concerning the trail being put on the railroad bed, comments included: "If it’s along the railroad bed, diere is a pre-existing foundation." "From Nashville to Vermontville." "What else is it being used CONSOLIDATION MORTGAGE Construction New Home First Time Buyers Refinancing Whatever your mortgage needs! Poor credit, bankruptcy, foreclosures! Are no problem! No application fees! Please call with any questions. Laura Pierson (616) 948-2676 Evening & Weekend Calls Welcomed MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate for?" "No parking." "Legal issues unresolved." "Con­ cerned about funds to main­ tain and patrol." Comments about the riverbed trail included: "It would be pretty." "The trail would be subject to flooding and misquotes." "Beautiful walk.” "Very scenic walk." "As a backup." "Concerned — hate to see young kids in the river." "Better nature trail." "Won’t bother any­ one.” Concerning a trail else­ where were comments such as: "Anywhere." " ..It would be cool to have the loop" and "I think it should go out to the high school." The survey also contained additional comments. A copy of die results is avail­ able at the village offices. The advisory committee made the following recom­ mendation to the village: "We recommend that the village start developing die Thomapple River Trail and complete that first. Let the issues on die railroad bed be resolved and then revisit the possibilities of die railroad bed trail, after completion of die Thornapple River trail and after the legaJJssues are resolved." 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Wolff reiterated his support for die advisory's rec­ ommendation. Dunham said that he wasn't discounting die advi­ sory panel's recommenda­ tion but that the village should still try to apply for both grants. "There is no guarantee we will even get one grant,”, he said. "We need to try for both." "I don't, think you are reading the recommendation close enough," said Fur­ long. "The concern of the committee is time and get­ ting something in motion... most likely the lawsuits will run their course and most likely that will take a lot of time. The recommen­ dation is let's get the riverbed trail going now, not in 2010. I'm disturbed that you don't listen to the people that did all die hard work on tliis, even though I did not survey and neither did my wife." "I am saying yes, let's get the plans going on (lie riverbed but let's submit both grants..'' said Dunham. "I think tliis is a good recommendation," said Mapes, "I think our riverbed grant is our first priority." The council tlien for­ mally accepted die recom­ mendation and to take it into consideration. The council also set a meeting for Feb. 2 to work on die riverbed plan for the parks and recreation committee, (he advisory committee and Dr. Mike Carlton who is doing die grant writing. Rehearsals set for ‘South Pacific7 Phone (517) 852-1915 3 BEDROOM HOME IN I would like the council to know that we are not suing anyone we are being sued, and we do hold the title on that land and will aggres­ sively pursue settling or dismissal... Hopefully, one day we will have a trail from one side of the county to the other side." Trustee Frank Dunham said, "I think this survey shows that the community wants a trail. There is strong support and it would benefit everyone. Each trail has its own advantages... we should make a decision on what we can do the easiest, cheapest and fastest" ”1 think it should be known that the riverbed should be the priority and go from there," said Trustee Carroll Wolff. 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He served in the Army Air Force during World War II attaining the rank of Sergeant. He married Maijorie Schuberg on November 5, 1948 at the Leo United Methodist Church, Leo, Indiana. He retired from Oldsmobile in Lansing in 1980. He enjoyed attending the Kalamo United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by a brother, Harry Miller. Mr. Bukoski is survived by his wife, Marjorie; children, Jerry (Sandy) Bukoski of Hendersonville, North Carolina, Janice (Greg) Bartlett of Moscow, Idaho, and Mark (Sherry) Bukoski of Jacksonville, Florida; six grandchildren; sister, Beatrice Shepard of Las Vegas, Nevada; brother, Charles Bukoski of Polk City, Florida; sister-in-law, Margaret Miller of Ubly, Michigan; brother-in-law and sister­ in-law, Harry & Virginia Schuberg of Big Rapids; several nieces and nephews and special niece, Susie Schuberg of Sidney, Michigan. Memorial Services were held Saturday, January 30, 1999 at the Kalamo United Methodist Church. Reverend Mark Thompson officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to Kalamo United Methodist Church or the American Cancer Foundation. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. VERMONTVILLE Gloria Dawn Andrews, age 64, of Vermontville, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 1999 at Hayes Green Beach Hospital. Mrs. Andrews was bom in St. Augustine, Florida, the daughter of Perry Elton & Irene Maybelle (Green) Davis. She was a waitress at the Executive Dining for General Motors. Mrs. Andrews is survived by her husband, Ion Andrews; two daughters, Kay (James) Zombor of Freeport, and Kim May of Nashville; son, Kirk (Tracy) Andrews 1920 to Wesley & Pearl (Dull) Justus and married Lowell, September 2, 1937 in Kalamo, they lived there till moving to Lewiston in the spring of 1948. She is survived by five children; 19 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren; one brother, Clarence & wife, Janie Justus of Charles City, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband and one son. Cremation has taken place. Harlon 7. “Bud” Cantrell NASHVILLE Harlon T. “Bud” Cantrell, age 66, of Nashville, passed away Friday, January 22, 1999 at his home. Mr. Cantrell was bom September 27, 1932 in Livingston, Tennessee, the son of Euin C. & Willie (Ramsey) Cantrell. He attended Battle Creek Central High School. He married Marjorie M. (Munn) April 16, 1959 in Battle Creek. He was employed at Post Cereals a Division of Kraft Foods for 37 years as a millwright, he retired in 1987: Mr. Cantrell was a member of Post 25 Year Club. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, farming, and his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Priscilla Thompsett; his mother, Z* Looking for a "X PRINTER? Call... X945-9554J TAXES TAXES Willie-Bernice (Ramsey) Cantrell; brother, C.J. Cantrell grandson, & Stephen Cantrell. Mr. Cantrell is survived by his wife, Marjorie of Nashville; two sons, Ronald D. Cantrell of St. Petersburg, Florida, and Bryon L. Cantrell of Hastings; daughter, Rachel L. 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Reverend Marc Livingston officiated. Interment took place in Gresham Cemetery. Heard about RAPID REFUND electronic filing? Lowell (June) Crousser LEWISTON, IDAHO Mrs. Lowell (June) Crousser, passed away December 20, 1998 at the home of her daughter in Lewiston, Idaho. She was bom in Kalamo Township, September 2, of Nashville; four grandchildren; two brothers, Robin Davis of Jacksonville, Florida, and Randy (Joan) Davis of Lawrencville, Georgia. Funeral Services for S3XV1 HOURS: 9am to 6pm Monday-Friday 9am to 4pm Saturday /IK �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. February 2. 1999 - Page 8 Maplewood students learn about gifts by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Amy Smith's fifth-grade class at Maplewood recently learned about the gifts money can't buy. The students, after read­ ing "The Gift of the Magi" by O'Henry, constructed a colorful construction paper chain to hang in the class­ room. Each loop has a gift the students wrote on the inside of something their parents give them, "They say they love me," Leanne Paxton said one of her chains contained. Other chains said, "Hugs, kisses, taking care of me when I am sick, taking me to appoint­ ments, taking inc on vaca­ tion, among others. "It's good to get the kids thinking of things they are thankful for," said Smith. Smith said that the book was about a wife and a hus­ band who go to great lengths to get the other one a gift for Christmas. Smith said the project was part of the national Character Counts program that the district participates in. The program centers around (he six pillars of character and boosts students self esteem through reading, talk and programs. The six pillars are trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fair­ ness, caring and citizenship. "We do something in the classroom related to the program twice a week," Smith said. Health Connections’ offered at HGB Hospital February 8 These Maplewood fifth graders show the chain that is linked together with things the students are thankful to their parents for. School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Elementary Schools Pizza pocket, apple juice, pear halves, vanilla pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Feb. 9 Chicken sandwich, scal­ loped potatoes, applesauce^ M&M cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Feb. 3 Taco, green beans, peach­ es, churro, I/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Feb. 4 Cheese pizza, carrot sticks, pear halves, birthday cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Feb. 5 Chicken fries, corn, pineapple, fortune/cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Feb. 8 Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Feb. 3 Choose One - Taco, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, peaches, Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging Leonard Hughes (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder juice, milk. 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REGISTRATION NOTICE FOR VILLAGE GENERAL ELECTION MARCH 8, 1999 To the Qualified Electors off the Village of Nashville (Precinct No. 1) COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN Notice is hereby given that in conformity with the “Michigan Election Law", I, the undersigned Clerk, will upon any day, except Sunday and a legal holiday, the day of any regular or special election or primary election, receive for registration the name of any legal voter in said Township, City or Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. • NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT IT WILL BE AT THE VILLAGE HALL FEBRUARY 8 1999- LAST DAY The 30th Day Preceeding Said Election As provided by Section 498, Act. No. 116, Public Acts of 1954 As Amended at 206 N. Main Street, Nashville. For the purposes of REVIEWING and REGISTRATION and REGISTERING such of the qualified electors in said TOWNSHIP, CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROPERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the constitution, if remaining such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book. 3-2 Year Term Village Trustees Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital is offer­ ing “Health Connections,” a non-dieting approach to wellness. It’s a 15-week pro­ gram designed to help par­ ticipants enact lifestyle changes for improved health. Health Connections is unique because it features a three-program approach: nu­ trition, physical activity, and life balance - and a free ori­ entation meeting from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8, at the Charlotte City Hall Commu­ nity room., 111 E. Lawrence Ave. For more information about Health Connections, or to sign up for the free orientation meeting, call 5431050, extension 200. Each Health Connections participant will have an initial one-on-one meeting with the program’s dietitian and fitness instructor to discuss personal goals and attitudes toward dieting and health, and to determine whether Health Connections is the right program for the partic­ ipant. The next steps include some of the following areas of emphasis: • Body Signals: Helps par­ ticipants identify hunger sig­ nals as a guide for what and how much to eat. Learn how to eat when you are hungry, and stop when you are com­ fortable • Get Movin’: Helps each participant assess his or her level of physical activity. Sets realistic goals to move into a more active, enjoyable lifestyle. •Food Pyramid: Helps participants learn guidelines for choosing healthful foods and ensuring proper nutri­ tion. • Moderation: Participants learn how to apply the Three Ps for success - portions, preparation, and pick something else. Participants learn to enjoy foods they thought were taboo, use hunger sig­ nals to moderate portions, and pick enjoyable substitutes. , • Creating Life Balance: Learn a wonderful way of living with stress. A simple guide to help you restore a sense of well-being and bal­ ance. • Mid-Program Interview: This interview with the di­ etitian and fitness instructor will evaluate each partici­ pant’s progress on goals es­ tablished at the initial inter­ view. • Grocery Store Tour: Learn tips on making the best of your trips to the gro­ cery store. A dietitian will guide you through the aisles, help you make sense of food labels, and share tips for get­ ting the best value for your dollar and health. • Stress Busters: Consider the urgency and source of stress to decide how to man­ age it. Learn to use the Life Balance Pyramid to apply three levels of tried-and-true life balancers. Help Wanted LOOKING FOR A DEPEND­ ABLE retired person that is willing to work. 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The first 6 days run from 8am - 4pm and the last 5 days run from 6:30 am - 2:30 pm with no classes being held on the weekends. Starting rate of pay is S7.81 per hour with excellent benefits, including medical and/or dental insurance. To apply, come to Thomapple Manor to fill our an application and schedule an interview before February 4th, 1999. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE Qiornapple & c^Manor9 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville; Tuesday, February 2, 1999 - Page 9 4-H leader celebration recognizesteen, adult volunteers Josh Meersma's class displays some of the regional maps recently made in the classroom. Fifth-graders create 3-D maps The geographic land of the United States became a little more plausible to Maplewood fifth-graders in Josh Meersma’s class last week. The students, for a social studies project, created 3-D Crystal Mae Wheaton CHARLOTTE Crystal Mae Wheaton, age 82, of Charlotte, passed away January 28, 1999 in Tampa, Florida. Mrs. Wheaton was bom June 22, 1916 in Montcalm County, the daughter of Frank and Leona (Foster) Coleman. She was a 4-H Club leader, a cook at Charlotte Public Schools and was active in the Eaton County Farm Bureau and District Farm Bureau. She was preceded in death by her brother, Clayton Coleman. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, H. Vemess; one son, Leland (Denise); 2 daughters, LuAnn (Joseph) Stachnik, and Linda (Barry) Stuart all of Charlotte; three grandchildren and one sister, Dorothy Halsey of Ft. Pierce, Florida. Funeral Services will be at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 2, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home. Interment will be in Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. If desired memorial contributions may be made to the 6th Avenue Mobile Home Park of Zephyrhills, Florida or Gresham United Methodist Church. Shirley Agnes Anna Hill VERMONTVILLE Shirley Agnes Anna Hill, age 59, of Vermontville, passed away Saturday, January 30, 1999. Mrs. Hill was bom June 10, 1939 in Lansing, the daughter of Sheri and Loretta (Tortou) Wicker. She is survived by her husband, Jimmie; son, Welsey A. Hill of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; three grandchildren; sisters, Pat Holmes of Grand Ledge, Angie Brown of Lansing; brothers, Dick Wicker, Lyle Wicker, Gary Wicker, Roger Wicker and Jeff Wicker all of Lansing. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, February 3, 1999 at 10:30 a.m. at Pray Funeral Home with Daniel Smith officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. raphy, historic photos and voluminous text regarding the settling of the Western U.S. Junior and Junior Easy Happy Birthday, Josephina, by Valerie Tripp, is book four of Josephina’s Ameri­ can Girl series; Library Lil, by Suzanne Williams, and The Bear on the Moon, by Joanne Ryder, are new pic­ ture books for junior easy level patrons. The library has very rea­ sonable rates for current and classic videos as well as fax services and a copier. 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They were: Julie Anderson, Teresa Beck, Kathy Bigelow, Janet Chauvin, Cindy Harmon, Sylvia Heaton, Kristin Heinze, Leslie Hodges, Marcie Racine, Deborah Ramirez, Ronda Roll, Vicki Root, Gayle Cole, Dawn Conklin, Robert Cuppies, Iva Czarnecki, Kevin Dow, Melanie Dow, Michael Franklin, Elaine Gardner, Sherri Gardner, Marcia Grant, Myra Griffus, Brenda Hall, Karen Hulsebos, Brett Jones, Brigitte Kyes, Kim LaCount, John Locke Jr., April Maynard, Mary Miller, Diane Nash, Russell Nelson, Colleen Palmer, Carl Pease, Sarah Schilz, Deborah Schrauben, Natalie Sharpes, Colleen Sloan, Lee Spfencer, Lynn Thompson, Jon Van­ Loon, Lori VanLoon, Diane Weaver, Amanda Wells and Debra Williamson. There were 23 five-year leaders. They were: Donald Batdorff, Rose Batdorff, Denise Berry, Rose Cerny, Judith Chapman, Ralph Chapman, Maryann Cooper, Sue Cowell, Lisa Crelles, Barbara Hayhoe, Robert Hayhoe, Barbara Johns, Chris Langmaack, Kristina Langmaack, Cynthia Larsen, Sheila Miller, Tara Miller, Gail Miloch, Lisa Mulvany, Rodney Newton, Kathy Pruden, Debbie Rogers and Richard Rogers. Ten leaders have com­ pleted 10 years of service. They were: Robin Angell, Jane Dotson, Coralie Jerick, Judy Keefer, Sharon Lilly, Lynn- Stanke, Joyce Weinley, Adam Wheaton, Beverly Woodard and Ronda Yatse­ vich. Eight leaders have com­ pleted 15 years of service. They were: Dorothy Childs, Julie Miller, Denise Pfiester, Judy Rinehart, Deborah VanAken, Perry Vance, Garry VanderVlucht and Sharon Whitford. Nancy Bowers, adult 4-H Council president and ad­ ministrative leader of the VFW Dynamos, served as emcee for the evening. Melissa Johnson, teen 4-H Council president, assisted with the introduction of award recipients. Other teen officers who helped throughout the evening were Samantha Mater, Mike Mater and Amanda Klaiss. Joe Bixler, Extension 4-H youth agent from St. Clair County, gave an insightful and at times humorous ac­ count of the impact 4-H leaders have on youth and how that in turns affects lo­ cal communities. The evening’s festivities were sponsored by the Eaton County 4-H Council. A group of 4-H leaders and 4- See 4-H leaders, pg. 11 New books, from page5 —— Business Services February Manager Special 367427 While supply lasts maps of the five regions in the U.S. The regions were cut from Styrofoam and glued to a cardboard back, creating a map. The students also were required to write three facts about the specific regions and post this infor­ mation on .the map. Each map was cut from different colors. Student Brent Cummings said that his map took him three days to paste and con­ struct. " Illis is a really neat pro­ ject," he said. "We are learn­ ing all about different re­ gions, but I still think our region is best."' The maps are on display in the hall for the week at Maplewood Elementary. 4-H adult and teen volun­ teers from around the county were honored during the 4-H Volunteer Celebration ban­ quet Jan. 23 at Vermontville Opera House. The special evening cele­ brated 4-H leaders just be­ ginning their careers and those with 35 years of ser­ vice. 4-H teens were hon­ ored for their achievements and leadership potential. Receiving special recogni­ tion were: • Fred Dixon as the Friend of 4-H award recipient. • Justina Lewis and Jason Lilly, both of Charlotte, as the I Dare You leadership award recipients. • Mindy Aves, Grand Ledge, as the Outstanding Teen Leader award recipient. Amanda Auvenshiune, Charlotte; Sue Cowell, Ver­ montville; and Carmella Savage, Mulliken; as Out­ standing 4-H Leader award recipients. • Double M Riders 4-H Club as the Club Commu­ nity Service award recipient. Two Eaton County 4-H leaders were recognized for a combined total of 55 years of service. Mabel Kreischer of Eaton Rapids received her 20-year-pin and certificate and Patricia Murphy of Olivet received her 35 year pin and certificate. There were 46 leaders who completed their first Stronger than our equipment, more innovative than any technology, are the relationships we have with our customers. That's why we invite you to attend our John Deere Day 1999 and Genuine John Deere Parts and service Expo. It's our best opportunity to show how much we appreciate you and your business. Plus, it's a chance for you to preview new equipment and see where our partnership will take us in the years ahead. Date: Saturday, February 6th, 1999 Time:. 7:30 am to 2:30 pm_____________ Place: Fillmore Equ Films showing at 8:30, 10:15, 12:00, and 1:30 Fillmore Equipment, Inc. 2900 N. 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They have recently been considering a move to Alice Springs to manage a “cara­ van park.” The third week of Febru­ ary, Brooke will begin para­ legal studies at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Tech­ nology in Milbourne, where she is planning to move with her sister, who will also be starting classes. The Grants said they en- Si joyed having Brooke with them and watching her expe­ rience the Michigan weather (it was approximately 120 degrees in Bega) and trying new things, such as maple cream and maple syrup, tak­ ing a supply home with her. 4-H leaders, from page 9 H staff worked through the details to coordinate the pro­ gram. There were also several community groups and busi­ nesses who played an inte­ gral part. Carters Plus of Charlotte donated two deco­ rated cakes, Charlotte Plaza Flora donated the. use of the table centerpieces, Vermontville Opera House was FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out on Issues Residents should shovel JS* ■w ■>» r**’ -* »"Wwiih Wwiih *•» HRtcnajji tilt Mfel iUDMF iwn tetii iKKitrv Mna ■■^■ntf/i siraon ■ ■ ■ HU - ■1e0 I ■ > "S’ » --■JJ* f l*1 1.. --- M I Dear editor: Some people are not obey­ ing a law. That law is, you must clean your sidewalks as soon as possible after a snow storm. People around the schools are not cleaning the side­ walks. The week We came back from vacation some people still didn’t have their sidewalks cleaned off and some people still don’t yet have their sidewalks cleaned off. The kids who walk home sometimes have to walk in the streets. 1 should know because I walk. Thank you for reading my letter and you people who live by the school. Please re­ member to clean the side­ walks! Darcy Meade, Nashville EWING WELL DRILLING INC. SNOWMOBILE AUCTION: Saturday, February 6. Starts at 9am, sleds at 11:30am. America’s largest. Over250new and used snowmobiles plus RV’s and trailers. BUY OR SELL. Free brochure call 517-369-1153. Terms: cash or travelers checks. 25% down payment required. Two auction rings - bring a friend! Great deals - great fun! White Star Snowmobile Auc­ tion, Inc. US 12 east ofBronson, Michigan OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available “But it was hard to let her leave. Promises to keep in touch made parting a little easier. I would not have given up the time with Brooke for anything. She is a very special young lady,” Marcia Grant added. Recreation used free of charge, Saites Brothers Caterers of Potter­ ville worked with 4-H Coun­ cil on short notice, and the Michigan Farm Bureau sponsored the-leader pins. Brent Stine earns degree Brent A. Stine graduated cum laude from Albion Col­ lege in May, receiving a bachelor of arts degree in economics and management. The honor of cum laude is given to students who main­ tain a grade point average of between 3.4 and 3.6 out of a possible 4.0. Stine is now employed by the accounting firm of Ernest and Young of Detroit and is living in Royal Oak. He is the son of Dan Pam Stine of Charlotte and is a 1994 graduate of Maple Val­ ley Jr.-Sr. High School. Call on^- J-Ad Graphics for QUALITY PRIHTIFiG! 945-9554 (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE if The Okemos Bascball/Softball Club will host the annual Okemos Bascball/Softball Classic, a Great Lakes State Games event, June 25-27. The tournament is open to boys baseball teams 12 and under, 14 and under and 16 and under. 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She spent time with her first host fam- ily attending several Lions Club meetings as a guest, horseback riding arid shop­ ping in Portland. She left Pendleton Dec. 26, to head to a four-day camp at Silver Maple Valley WRESTLING Registration Registration Registration Registration (perfamily) February 15, 1999 MV High School Cafeteria 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (non-refundable) $35.00 1st wrestler $25.00 each add’l wrestler Date: Place: Time: Fee: COPY OF BIRTH CERTIFICATE REQUIRED (1st year wrestlers only) Physicals or copy of physical effective June 1 of preceding year will be required before wrestling practice begins. A wrestler will not practice without a physical. Physicals are not being offered this year. The Maple Valley Wrestling Club will be open to wrestlers 1st grade through 12th grade. Forfurther information, contact: Dawn Brooke 852-2538 Tony Wawiemia, 726-0010 Leona Greenfield, 852-0870 pd Brooke Watson presents Lion Russ Laverty with a banner and pin from her spon­ soring Lions Club in Tathra, New South Wales. Falls National Park in Ore­ gon. There she met many other exchange students from New Zealand, Peru, Germany, Texas, Colorado, Oregon and her native Aus­ tralia. The Lions club hosted several dinners for the stu­ dents, also ice skating and shopping. Brooke also had her first-ever snowball fight. From Oregon,' Brooke headed for Michigan to join the Grants on Dec. 30. The weather was,not always co­ operative for sightseeing, but great for several jaunts on the Grants’ snowmobiles, which she learned to drive with ease. Another winter sport she tried for the first tastes awful. “Food in America is a lot time in Michigan was down­ hill skiing. She loved skiing, sweeter than at home,” she but had lots of sore muscles said. “Almost every Ameri­ can girl that I have met has a the next day. Brooke attended attended the curling .iron and everything Homecoming activities at Americans have is bigger, Maple Valley High School, not necessarily better, but International Festival of definitely bigger.” Brooke left the Grants on Lights, Kellogg’s Cereal City USA, took a tour ofthe Jan. 18 for the next leg ofher Capitol building arid of trip, which took her to Uni­ course shopping, where she versal Studios and Disneydiscovered jeans are about land in California, where she half the price in the U.S. than met up with the other ex­ in Australia. She thought change students from Austhat all of the people in the tralia and welcomed 60-dcU.S. were very friendly but gree temperatures. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 6/February 9,1999 Transfer financialtroubles 1 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer' The Nashville Transfer Recycle Station is costing double the amount to keep it in business as last year and has fallen under recent hardships financially due to several reasons. So said Frank Dunham, chairman of the Transfer Recycle Station Board, last week to the Nashville Vil­ lage Council. The station was started up in 1980 with federal grants said Dunham. At that lime, he said, the government and environmental agencies en­ couraged the concept and building of recycling stations. The initial reasoning behind the station was to make it convenient as pos­ sible for people to dispose of unwanted items. The board is made up of two representatives from Maple Grove and Castleton Town­ ships and two from the Village of Nashville. Cost of the construction and improvements to the property is shared by two-thirds by Castleton, and one-third by Maple Grove. Operation "The Asian market is low and they were the ones buy­ ing most of the metals, plastics and papers. Since they have experienced a "We are trying to get a hold on this. We want to make the station self sufficient. It should be able to . stand on its own. - Frank Dunham downturn in their economy, they are not buying. The market is also being flooded with cheap steel. The recycling at the station helps offset the cost of transferring, said Dunham. It is open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. "We are trying to encourage people to recycle as much as possible," he said. "We take sheet steel, tin, aluminum, clear glass, cast iron, engine oil, batteries, newspaper and cardboard. We recently stopped taking costs are shared equally by plastic milk jugs because all three entities. we have no way of marketThe station has had finan- ing them. It would take a cial difficulties in tlie previ- major investment to buy tlie ous year due to many prob- equipment we need to market the milk jugs." lems, Dunahm said. Dunham said that the "One of the problems is that right now the salvage board will be focusing on prices are low, and a lot of how to make the station that is based on world eco- more self supporting at nomics," Dunham said. meetings tlie board holds monthly. "We are trying to get a hold on this," he said. "We want to make the station self sufficient. It should be able to stand on its own." Dunham said there are many possibilities for mak­ ing the station more effi­ cient. "There is going to have to be an increase in fees," he said. "It has been two or three years since we have raised them." The station now is charg­ ing $11 a yard. A yard is approximately seven, 30gallon garbage bags, said Dunham. "We are looking into rais­ ing the rates to $12.50 to $13 per yard. We are also looking into decreasing the labor, and/or cutting the hours of business down.” Dunham said that one of the problems may be that tlie station usually guesses at how much material comes in. "We look at it in tlie back of tlie truck and say, 'yeah that's probably two yards.' We need to get new han­ dling procedures in place." Dunham said another pos­ sibility would be buying equipment to make materi­ als more viable on the recy­ cling market. "But that would cost more money and I don't know if the agencies would go for that," he said. Kindergartners celebrate 100th day of school These two Fuller stu­ dents display the full party gear at their 100 days of school celebration. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Linda Gaber's kindergarten class celebrated 100 days of school many different ways last Friday. Tlie students had a party with several games and pro­ jects centered around the 100 day theme. They were in teams of five, making paper chains of 20 per group to equal 100 links. The chil­ dren also strung Froot Loops — 100 of them — for necklaces, and decorated party hats with die theme. Students also made Valen­ tines with colored paper and glitter. At anodier table die students colored ten of a cer­ tain object and put diem to­ gether to equal 100. Gaber said the day was fun for die students and it also gave diem a chance to practice their numbers. Tlie activities dien followed with a pizza party. ■MP Linda Garber's kindergarten class celebrated 100 days of school last week. Here two students string cereal on strings for celebration necklaces that taste good too. See transfer station, pg. 2 Maplewood fifth-graders focus on friendship Allison Oleson, Ian Raymond, and LeArihe Paxton hold their friendship mobiles. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Amy Smith's fifdi grade class at Maplewood focused on the meaning of friend­ ship last week. The students made friend­ ship mobiles listing the qualities most wanted in friends, and qualities the students wanted to emulate to be good friends. "I wrote how I can be a good best friend, what I look for in a friend, and things like that," said stu­ dent LeAnne Paxton. "I think this project will help me be a better friend." Student Ian Raymond said his best friend was Matt Bauer, and he thought tlie assignment was "cool." "We talked about qualities like honesty, trustworthi­ ness, and kindness," said Smith. Smith said the project was a welcome break from Michigan Education Associ­ ation Program (MEAP) test­ ing which has been continu­ ing last week through this week. "We have been working very hard on die testing," Smith said we are staying on schedule... tlie hardest part is making sure every­ one is here for tlie testing. In This Issue • Third graders enjoy ‘Reading Buddies’ job • Vermontville DBW employees may go on fire, ambulance runs • Maplewood students create art projects on Mexico • Valley wrestlers finish fourth at Bellevue �The Maple Valley News NashviHe Tuesday February 9. 1999 - Page 2 Newest titles on the shelf at the Transfer station, from front page One employee at the sta­ tion, Helen Mudry. said she thinks there are many things that contribute to the prob­ lem. "From a purely humani­ tarian view, people need to find more places to donate their usable items. From a practical point, we charge by the volume, so the more they can compact their stuff the less space it will take in the landfill. "It would also help the station if people would fol­ low the rules. I don't know how many times people to subsidize programs that come in with cardboard give incentives to compa­ boxes that are not com­ nies that use recycled goods. pacted, so we have to do it, The immediate bottom line and that takes time. Some­ is the dollar in this country, times people try to avoid and unfortunately we are not dumping fees by concealing foresighted enough to realize trash in boxes and, of that we need long-term solu­ course, that costs us tions, not short-term mone­ tary gains." money." Mudry said that she thought the station needs to Business Services find more sources to take GETTING MARRIED? Will the raw materials that peo­ perform your wedding ceremony; ple bring in. Ordained Minister, 517-267­ "What we really need is to 1902.___________ get the government involved BANKRUPTCY LEGAL My family and I would like to express our thanks for all the clothes, toys, money and household goods given to our family after our house fire. We appreciate all the support, calls, thoughts and prayers. We are all doing very well. Tony, Lisa, Kayla & Garret Shaw SERVICES. First consultation free, fees fully explained in ad­ vance, call 616-945-3512 for appointment. DUE TO SOME UNPLEAS­ ANT CIRCUMSTANCES I will no longer be conducting my tanning and nail business in the Nashville office. I will be in Sunfield/Hastings. Please phone 517-566-2153 for more information. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. We have “No Problem saving you money Sunfield Library As mentioned in a previ­ to use. A new video. Star Trek ous column, the library has various sizes of plastic Undiscovered VI: The Auto-Owners Insurance Company, well save you money! Stop in, or call us today for a “No Pn Wein" insurance check-up. Auto-Owners Insurance manufacturing the sleeves preserves, rather than deteri­ Star Trek video series. War II generation, whose deeds and character he por­ trays as the backbone and strength of our nation; H&R Some new Y2K books are available for patrons to check out. Other new books Guide. Paperback Fiction: Hold­ orates, photo keepsakes. A limited supply of fed­ eral and state tax forms are available at the library. In ad­ dition, a special CD-ROM has been installed on the public use to make IRS-ap­ on our shelves, by category, are: Adult Fiction: Southern Cross, by Patricia Cornwell; proved federal Nine Below Zero, by Kevin Canty: The Voyage of the cents per page. Most IRS forms are available via the Narwhal, by Andrea Barrett; Cry of the Wind, the newest novel by Michigan author tax forms and instruction pamphlets, for 10 ROM but patrons are en­ couraged to call the library during open hours to con­ firm their form needs. The recently installed Encarta ROM has been getting quite Sue Harrison. Christian Fiction: Double Helix, pits the unrestrained science of DNA and genetic engineering against society’s opposing force of ethical re­ straint, which results in a thought-provoking thriller, a workout from local school kids doing homework pro­ jects, ranging from jet pilots to the planets of the solar system. Encarta offers arti­ cles and graphics on many subjects, and is easy for kids by Sigmund Brouwer. Sec­ ond-Best Bride in a new novel by Ruth Glover. Adult Non-fiction: The gest. Do not drop items off early. The next recycling date will be April 10. Block’s 1999 Income Tax ing the Dream, the second book of Nora Roberts’ Dream trilogy, and Inner Harbor, Roberts’ third and final book of the Sea Swept series. Young Adult and Junior Easy: A Night Without Ar­ mor, is Jewel’s new book of poetry; New Beginnings is Laura Peyton Roberts sev­ enth and newest book in the Clearwater Crossing series; Star of Shadowbrook Farm is by Joanna Campbell and one of her Thoroughbred Collection novels for ju­ niors. Arthur’s First Sleep­ over, by Marc Brown, is new for Junior Easy readers. The library has reasonable rates for current and classic videos as well as fax ser­ vices and a copier. Phone and fax numbers are the same, (517) 566-8065. Li­ brary hours are Tuesday through Friday from 2 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Seniors to meet Feb. 17 Life Home Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Senior citizens will meet at the Vermontville United Methodist Church Wednes­ day, Feb. 17, at noon. Bring a dish to pass. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School ....... Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ Evening Worship..... Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting .... ..10 a.m. ... 11 a.m. ........... 6 ...... 7 p.m PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ................ 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School.......... .9:45 am. Morning Worship .............. 11a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. .Wednesday Family Night Service .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ .11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... ........ 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ............................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship .... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH Morning Celebration . .... 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School........................... 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service................................. 6 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School........................... 10 Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class............................. 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a m Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES. At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH ....... 9:45 a.m. ................... 11 ................... 7 ............ 7 p.m. 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY Sunday School.... A.M. Service....... P.M. Service........ Wed. Service ...... ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 is Country, is available to rent for 50 cents and completes the library’s collection of the Sunfield Boy Scouts will run recycling at the West End of Carl’s Parking Lot in Sunfield from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 13. The Scouts will take newspaper, tied or in grocery bags; glass, clear, clean, no caps; aluminum, no paper or plastic coating; tin cans, clean, flatten, no labels; magazines, tied or in grocery bags, no Readers Di- and home with us, through Generation, newscaster Tom Brokaw’s bestseller about the World sleeves for photograph binders for sale at reasonable prices. The plastic used in Scouts recycling is Saturday hen you insure both your Greatest M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship......... . 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service .................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, February 9,1999 - Page 3 Third-graders enjoy Reading Buddies’ role by Shawna Hubbarth Sallie Jo Affolder's first grade class at Fuller Ele- Fuller students read to each other during a weekly session of. reading buddies., Erica Smith (left) and Shauna Frailey practice up on their reading just before the 3rd graders come to their classroom for reading buddies. ‘Free Yearbook’ pizza sale to begin next week The Maple Valley Junior­ Senior' High School year- HASTINGS 4 Free Drink Refills .250 Corn Refills Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ONLY $3.50 Matinees before 6 p.m. Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tuesday 0 No passes or Tuesday discounts Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View MOVIE GUIDE PAYBACK STADIUM SEATING/DIGITAL SOUND MEL GIBSON.(R) TUES 12:10,2:30,5:00, 7:30,9:35 WED/THURS 5:00,7:30,9:35 SHE’S ALL THAT STADIUM SEATING/DIGITAL SOUND FREDDIE PRINZE JR. (PG-13) TUES 12:20,2:40,5:05,7:15,925; WED/THURS 5:05,7:15,9:25 PATCH ADAMS ROBIN WILLIAMS (PG-13) TUES 12:00,2:20,4:40,7:00,9:20; WED/THURS 4:40,7:00,9:20 VARSITY BLUES JON VOIGHT (R) TUES 12:45,2:50,4:50 6:55,9:00; WED/THURS. 4:50,6:55; 9:00 COUPON • With TN, Ad!!! Receive a... ■ FREE 46 oz. POPCORN) 1 per couponftmied supples Coupon expies 2/15S9 * (MV) I Titles and times subject to change. Call theater for show times: 945-2243 . Visit our website at www.gqti.com ■ ■ ■ I ■■■■■■■ I ■ book staff again is offering an opportunity for students i grades 7-12 to earn a free 1999 yearbook by taking part in a fund-raising pro­ ject. The annual fund-raiser will officially begin Wednes­ day, Feb. 10. Orders will be due to Cindy Gatewood in and lemon meringue pie. Students who have already paid for their yearbooks will receive full reimbursement Room B-4 by Monday, Feb. 22. Order brochures and sales information will be distributed to students in their first hour classes Wednesday, Feb. 10. Addi­ tional sales brochures can be picked up at the high school in Room B-4. Students interested in ob­ taining a free yearbook need to sell a minimum of 22 in­ dividual items from the Club’s Choice Choice sales brochure. These items range in price from $5.50 to $9, will be awarded to the Maple Valley student who sells the highest number of pizza and and include two types of pizza, garlic cheese bread and a variety of dessert items. Each thin crust or pan pizza is pre-made and ready to bake, as is each package of garlic cheese bread. Each of the nine different dessert items also are ready to eat. The desserts include French silk dumplings, pie, apple cheesecake, raspberry chocolate torte, apple pie, “Grandma’s” peach cobbler, pecan pie, premium walnut carrot cake, mentary hosted "Reading Buddies" with Tammy Wilde's third-graders last Friday. During "Reading Buddies" lhe children from different classes take turns reading to each other. This helps stu­ dents practice reading out loud, and fosters good rela­ tionship skills, both teach­ ers said. "We do tliis every Friday afternoon,” said Affolder. "Our kids really enjoy the older kids when they come out and read, and they love to read to die bigger kids." "I think the third-graders from the yearbook staff, pro­ vided they have earned a free yearbook by selling the required minimum of 22 items. As an added incen­ tive, a grand prize of $50 dessert items. Help Wanted LEASING AGENT/SITE MANAGER: Part-time posi­ tion with small apartment com­ munity in Nashville. Must be a self-starter, organized and able to meet deadlines. Tax credit experience a plus. Send resume with salary requirement to: K. Barry, Red Oak Management Co., Inc., P.O. Box 440, Rock­ ford, MI 49341, SOMEONE TO CARE for 3mo old boy and 1st grader in my home. References needed. 517-726-1770 LOCAL MANUFACTURER is currently accepting applica­ tions for production workers on 2nd shift. This well estab­ lished company is located in the Middleville area, offering a great benefit package with $12 plus upon hire. You must have a verifiable work history, well established work ethics, and the ability to pass a drug screen. For consideration con­ tact STAFFMARK 725 W. State Street in Hastings (between Subway and Rentway) or call us at 948-8555. THORNAPPLE VALLEY VFW POST 8260 like to be mentors to the younger students, it makes both feel special," said Wilde. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 HOTS’ WARRANTY EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI..................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)....................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate.............................................................................. 852-5066 BACK ON THE MARKET! ESTABLISHED RETAIL COUNTRY HOME ON NOW $78,900 SHOE & BOOT 5 ACRES IN NASHVILLE BUSINESS Between Nashville & Ver­ THORNAPPLE RIVER Owner pursuing other inter- montville. 10 room, 4 bedFRONTAGE est. Many possibilities for room, stately country home, Extra nice, 2 (poss. 3) bed­ expansion here don’t miss much original woodwork. room ranch home, breeze­ this golden opportunity to be Maple Valley Schools. Call way, 2 car garage, full base­ (CH-55) your own boss. Call Nyle Nyle ment with family room. today to see how easy it may Home has central air, and is be (B-54) well cared for. One you must see to appreciate!! Call Homer for more “info." This home is priced to buy!! (N-100) ON 2 ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE 2 bedroom, 2 baths, living room, dining room, kitchen & laundry. Large deck overlooks woods, 3 stall attached garage. Call Nyle. (CH-48) 3 BEDROOM HOME NASHVILLE Good 2 story "starter” or “retirement" home. Close to - Lots ofwhite pine trees & 12x20 garage with cement floor. Call Homer. LAKE (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway inter­ change. Surveyed, perked & has pennit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. (VL-49) Call Homer. Perked & sur­ veyed. Located at the edge of Nashville Village Limits. Call Nyle (VL57) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE - WHEN: FEBRUARY 13, 1999 DINNER INCLUDES Open Pit Grilled to your ORDER!!!! Dinner starts at 5:30 until 8 p.m.-Dance starts at 9 p.m.-l a.m. ~ Music by “The WhiteWater Band” ~ VACANT LAND 6 ACRE PARCEL NEAR THORNAPPLE downtown. Call Nyle for (VL51) details. (N-50) 8 ACRES Public Invited Steak Fry & Public Dance NEW YORK STRIP STEAK ~ 10 OZ. MLS Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI Nashville, Michigan Baked Potato, Salad, Homemade Desserts, Coffee or Fruit Punch - Cost: $8perperson First grader student Jacob Rosenberg said," I just like to see them and be friends widi diem." NASHVILLE CHARMING 3 BEDROOM HOME NICE LARGE 3 BEDROOM HOME IN NASHVILLE Many recent updates have 10 ACRES - Perked & surveyed. Some trees, good “walk-out" building sites. Potential for pond, lots of wild life. Call (VL-56) Nyle. 5 ACRE WOODED PARCEL Good potential walkout sites. Call Nyle.(VL-43) been made including vinyl 2.5 ACRES - Natural gas available. Call (VL27) double lot at edge of siding, vinyl windows, new Nyle. Nyle. (VL27) town. Call Nyle today. This roof & kitchen cupboards. 15 ACRES ROLLING - Wooded parcel Priced to buy. Call Nyle to w/stream running through it Call Nyle. home is priced to buy. see. (N-53) (VL-34) (N-52) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. February 9,1999 - Page 4 Vermontville DPW employees may go on fire, ambulance runs by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Village Council last week voted unanimously to allow De­ partment of Public Works employees to go on fire and ambulance runs during the regular work day, if called. The exception would be when the department had an open water line or other im­ portant project that needed to be dealt with immedi­ ately, said Village Clerk Sharon Stewart. In other business last week, the council: • Gave permission to Mike and Samantha Mater to have chickens on their property in the village to use for a 4-H project, until August. The council granted permission, provided that the Maters have proper housing for the chickens. The ordinance committee will check on die facilities when the chicks move out- doors. • Announced that Horizon Cable had recently been sold to Millennium Digital Me­ dia. • Voted to hire Fleis and Vandenbrink as village en­ gineers to do the engineer­ ing for the construction of Linden Street. The engineers will start on the project next week, which includes putting a street in the vil­ lage but the construction of the street has no date as of yet. • Set a public hearing for Truth and Taxation for 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, and set a special meeting imme­ diately following adopt the budget. • Discussed possible grants for the water tower, well and water line exten­ sion and improvement. The grants are federal funds given to the state. The grants would include match­ ing from the village and a low interest loan. The coun­ cil will decide next meeting whether or not to apply for the grants. Engagements Hickey-Nelson Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Hickey of Nashville and Mr. and Mrs. Gary Nelson of Lake Odessa are pleased to Latest Donations to th Putnam District Library Adult Fiction Olivia by VC. Andrews, Breach of Duty by J.A. Jance, Billy Straight by Jonathan Kellerman, Cloud Nine by Luanne Rice, Pink Slip by Rita Ciresi, Southern Cross by Patricia Cornwell, Impulse by Michael Weaver, Seize the Night by Dean Koontz, Oregon Outrider by Jon Sharpe, Silver Hooves by Jon Sharpe, Mountain Mankillers by Jon Sharpe, Mountain Passage by Jason Manning, Comanche Reck­ oning by Doug Hawkins, Dead Man’s Bluff by J.R. Roberts, Trouble Man by Ed Gorman, Slocum and the Wolf Hunt by Jake Logan, Black Eagle by Charles West, The Cat Who Saw Stars by Lilian Braun, The Second Angel by Philip Kerr. Young Adult Will Smith by Stacey Stauffer, Denzel Washington by Anne Hill, Whitney Houston by Ted Cox, Epilepsy by Mary Kay Car­ son, The 1900s by Adam Wong, The 1910s by Michael Uschan, The 1920s by Erica Hanson, The 1930s by Petra Press, The 1940s by Michael Uschan, The 1950s by Stuart Kallen, The 1960s by Gini Holland, The 1980s by Stuart Kallen, The 1990s by Stuart Kallen, Joseph Conrad’s Heart of Darkness and The Secret Sharer by Harold Bloom, Anorexia and Bulimia by Paul Robbins, Frakensteains Doesn’t Slam Hockey Pucks by Debbie Dadey, City of the Dead, Ghost of the Jedi by John Whitman. Videos Deep Impact, Summer of the Monkeys, The Parent Trap, Casper Meets Wendy, Gone With the Wind. Donations In memory of Mark An­ drews by Lloyd and Thelma Linsley, Harold and Joyce Starring. In memory of Clifton. Baxter by Bruce and Pamela Barnes. In memory of Mrs. Alice Eaton by Maintenance Department of Owens Brockway Glass, Family and Friends, Pearl Rutledge, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Neeley, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Robnot, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gruhn, Kim Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Neeley, Mr. and Mrs. Steven Peterson. In memory of Ho­ race Ovid Price by Larry and Vanessa Carpenter, Brad Carpenter, Bruce Carpenter, Barry and Sue Carpenter, June Potter, Eaton Corpora­ tion, Theda Gardner, Keith and Barbara Heiss. Maplewood Honor Roll TANNING $4.00 per visit Walk-Ins $15.00 5 Visit Package $25.00 10 Visit Package ► ► MO.OO 20 Visit Package New Tanning Beds California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... ► STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 announce the engagement of their children Tracy Hickey and Gary NelSon, Jr. Tracy is a 1996 graduate of Maple Valley High School and a 1998 graduate of Baker College. She is cur­ rently employed at the Kel­ logg Company in Battle Creek. Gary is a 1993 graduate of Lakewood High School and attended Grand Valley State University. He is currently employed at Hastings Fiber­ glass. The couple has planned a May 1, 1999 wedding at the Lakewood United Methodist Church. Maple Valley WRESTLING Registration Registration Registration Registration (perfamily) Date: Place: Time: Fee: February 15, 1999 MV High School Cafeteria 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (non-refundable) $35.00 1st wrestler $25.00 each add’I wrestler COPY OF BIRTH CERTIFICATE REQUIRED (1st year wrestlers only) Physicals or copy of physical effective June 1 of preceding year will be required before wrestling practice begins. A wrestler will not practice without a physical. Physicals are not being offered this year. The Maple Valley Wrestling Club will be open to wrestlers 1st grade through 12th grade. Forfurther information, contact: Dawn Brooke 852-2538 Tony Wawiernia, 726-0010 Leona Greenfield, 852-0870 5th Grade Mrs. Bunker All A’s - Kelsey West. A’s and B’s Jessica Claflin, Scott Dockter, Adam Gonser, Lindsey Kersjes, Sara Pash, Ashley Samann, Jon Stafford, Jarrod Thomason, Jamie Young. Dunham All A’s - Jenna Denton, Amanda Kirchhoff, Brody Klapko, Aaron Myers, Gar­ ret Van Engen, Brandi Walden. A’s and B’s - Levi Andler, Elizabeth Brydges, Brandon Crane, Amber Edinger, Ash­ ley Merriman, Adam Myers, Andrew Root, Jacob Schlehuber, Shane Shance, Jessica Stambaugh, Cortney Warner, Amanda Wright. Mr. Meersma All A’s - Andrea Jarvie, Dhaniellie Tobias, Sarah Trumble, Rebekah Welch. A’s and B’s - Stacie Cook, Brett Cummings, Matt Gordeneer, Drew Kersjes, Nick Litos, Mindy Newton, Sam Pierce, Lynzie Rigelman, James Voelker. Mrs. Smith All A’s - Zeke Wieland. A’s and B’s - Matt Bauer, Nathan Blakely, Nick Croff, Janelle Farnum, James Heney, Allison Oleson, Leanne Paxton, Alicia Phillips, Sarah Vanderhoef, Jessica Wolf, Salena Woodman. Mr. Smith All A’s - Whitney Shilton. A’s and B’s - Mark Andler, Shamarr Gearheart, Kara Mays, Stephen Perry, Shannon Royston, Samantna Spaulding, Robert Thome, Patrick Wells. 6th Grade Ms. Braun All A’s - Tara Gordenski, 945-9554 anytime for ACTION-Ads! Erin Hummel, Dustin Jones, Amanda Ketchum, Adam Moody, Nate Smith. A’s and B’s - Ben Boss, Rachel Cross, Kevin Fassett, Oran McCauley, Bethany •Wenger. Mrs. Luyendyk All A’s - Dustin Drumm, Laura Trumble. A’s and B’s - Jeffrey Bow­ man, Daniel Brooks, Rochelle Currier, Joey Desrochers, Krista Driksna, Tasha Duke, Michael Fur­ long, Nicholas Grant, Cassie Hirneiss, Jessica Lawless, Devin Musser, Amber Primm, Amy Strickland, Trescha Trowbridge, Jacob West, Nichole Whelpley, Jacob West. Mrs. Pettengill All A’s - Sammy Cowell, Katie Eldred, Kristen Mead. 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Broadway (Just North of City Limits) Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616) 945-5078 (616) 945-5192 fax complete weband OFFSET PRINTING 144 S. Cochran (Right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan ,48813 (517) 543-4041 (517) 543-2272 fax �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 9, 1999 - Page 6 Maplewood student gives weather on radio by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maplewood fifth-grader Malt Gordeneer had a brush with fame last week when he was featured as the weather report person on the WFMK radio station for their morning show. The radio station regularly features area children to re­ port on the weather during a live broadcast, said Gordeneer said. "My mom filled out a form and then they called me and told me I could do Ute report" he said. The weather that day, was rain, snow and windy, he said. "I haven't heard it yet, (the broadcast), but I think I did a pretty good job," Gordeneer said. Though he said that doing the show was a lot of fun, Gordeneer said he has no plans to grow up and be­ come a weatherman. "I want to be a conserva­ tion officer," he said. Eunice Jane Wells CHARLOTTE Eunice Jane Wells, age 76, of Charlotte, passed away Thursday, February 4, 1999. Mrs. Wells was bom March 13, 1922 in Dobbs Ferry, New York, the daughter of Grover and Mabie Riddle. She was a member of the Charlotte Eagles F.O.E. #3552 and Nashville VFW Post #8260. She is survived by her husband, Leslie; children, Karen (Richard) Watson of 09090909090909090909090909090909 •o»oeo«o»o»oeoeo»o«o»o«o«o»o»o»o oe oe g Nashville Maple Syrup g» g Association ?g g Melvin T. Fuller • will be tapping trees. oe oe Please place a white string around e oe trees you don't wish to be tapped. e •o eo oeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoe eoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeo Taxes taxes taxes taxes ; RL Hill Tax Service • u x5 Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville X {JJ Individuals, Specializing in Farms, Partnerships & Small Corporations NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad </> S S < R Call 517-852-012118 Years Experience * S3XV1 S3XV1 S3XV1 S3 XVI Maplewood student Matt Gordeneer announced the morning weather last week on station WFMK. FULLER Focus Kindergarten Mrs. Seifert. Winter weather has arrived! We have been learn­ ing about the weather. We are learning about animals in the winter, and what they do DEBT OVERLOAD? BANKRUPTCY? SELF-EMPLOYED? PMC Mortgage Company provides innovative financing solutions with the equity in your home. Our Experts Listen To Your Needs ... 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We celebrated Martin Luther King Day. We made a book about how we are allalike. Second Grade Mrs. Long. We are back to work after an extended Christmas break. In math we are learning how to count money and tell time. We are reading at school and home. Apple slips are turned in when we read at home. Our top at-home read­ ers are Brooke C., John M., Stacey F. and John C. In health we will learn about safety. We wish you a “Happy New Year.” Third Grade Mrs. Arvizu. Students on Mrs. Arvizu’s third grade have been busy learning multipli­ cation, telling time and counting money. We are reading “It’s Great to be Eight” and “Junie B. Jones” and “The Stupid Smelly Bus.” We are also learning about Native Americans, body systems, and static electricity. Third Grade Mrs. Wilde. I hope you had a fun and relaxing vacation. We are busy starting and learn­ ing our multiplication tables. We are also starting our unit on Indians. Stay warm and try to keep shoveled out. EXPERT ADVICE • FAST APPROVALS • FAST CLOSINGS For Sale CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE CONSULTATION! FOR SALE: Hard Maple, Ash, 1-888-261-8936 Call toll-free from anywhere! Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, Donis (Larry) Osborn of Charlotte and Gary (Kathleen) Wells of Kentwood; eleven grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; sister, Jean (Ed) Oberlin and brother, George Riddle both of Charlotte. Funeral Services were held Monday, February 8, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home. Charles Jenson officiated. Interment took place in Bosworth Cemetery in Olivet. Cherry, mixed. Cut, split, delivered. $40 face cord plus tax. No Sunday sales. Call Kent Hamilton 517-852-1864, FOR SALE: Amana stove. & refrigerator. Used 6 mos. Mov­ ing - must sell! $900 for both. Ph. 616-758-3836 after.6:00p.m.,, > OLIVET - Melvin T. Fuller, age 72, of Olivet, passed away Thursday, February 4, 1999 in Charlotte. Mr. Fuller was bom November 22, 1926, the son of Herbert and May (Reynolds) in Marion. He was employed as a driver for ATL Truck Lines of Lansing. Melvin was also a World War II Veteran serving in the United States Army. He is survived by his wife, Alice; daughter, Connie (Daryl Jr.) Biyner; step-son, Jerry (Vai) Snow of Springport; step- daughter, Alice Lorraine Snow of Olivet; granddaughter, Taylor Bryner; two stepgrandsons, Robert and Kenneth Snow; two step­ granddaughters, Heather and Amber-Dawn Snow; step great granddaughter, Heather Marie Snow; two brothers, Willis Fuller of DeWitt and Louis (Dorothy) Fuller of Nashville. Memorial Services for Mr. Fuller were held Monday, February 8, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Richard “Dick” Northrup sister-in-law, Leanie; son­ in-law, Jack L. Smith Jr. and a grandson, Kevin L. Weitzel Jr. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Betty M.; one son, Larry (Candy) Northrup of Lake Odessa; three daughters, Linda Smith of Saranac, Nancy SUNFIELD Mr. Northrup passed away peacefully at his home, Friday, February 5, 1999 at the age of 65. He was bom on January 2. 1934 in Ionia, the son of Otto and Dalta (Witzel) Northrup. He attended Ionia High School, graduating in 1952. On January 2, 1954 he married Betty M. (Lake) in Ionia. He was employed with Felpausch, retiring in October of 1992. He also worked for Meijers for several years, and owned and operated two local bakeries in Saranac and Lake Odessa. Mr. Northrup was a member of the OddFellows of Ionia for several years. He was always quick with a joke and will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Mr. Northrap was preceded in death by both his parents, Otto and Dalta Northrup; one brother, John;, one, sister,. Beatrice; Northrup of Lowell, Dolly (Mike) Sutherland of Sunfield, and several grandchildren; two brothers, Lawrence and James (Rosemary) Northrup of Ionia; two sisters, Margaret Kukielka of Grand Ledge, and Mary Ellen Jeffries of Ionia; several nieces nieces and nephews; also special friend, Wayne Sipperley Sr. Funeral Services for Mr. Northrup will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 9, 1999 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Reverend Duane Walters officiating. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the flower fund in memory of Richard Northrup. Immediately following the funeral the family invites all friends and family to the Woodbury United Brethren in Christ Church for a gathering and refreshments. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 9, 1999 - Page 7 Maplewood kids create art projects on ‘Mexico’ ' M4.M 4 £&u .*..’■% *Su ?“**? •• .s ; *n» , S‘ w’'l•'k l H^hi1 gJ *,,^ HhigJ Dustin Mead made a giant poster featuring some Mexican themes for a project in his class last week. * Hk®| ®|j t *!C ^Wfei 11 iw Oekn Wllrtv what they had learned about the country by making clay bowls and other pottery. One student made a replica of a mine, another made a puppet for the "Day of the Dead" celebration held annu­ ally in Mexico. Student Andrew Gaber wrote poetry on Mexico. Here arc a couple of his po­ ems: by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Julie Tuckey's Maple­ wood class created free form art projects related to Mex­ ico last week. Some students built pyramids made from wool and plaster. One even had mirrors on the inside. Other students chose to express Recreation Hidalgo He He He He 1998 PLAYBOUY PON­ TOON 20ft, used 6 times, lots of / Mi ofSm^1 MnpfMIi ®I extra’s. Mustsell. $13,500OBO. 945-9946 after 4pm. । Tough on Scald 8 raiiifci r®. h*®1 rfGallds^ *i d»r cf .W11 L $1 Cheney Stump Removal Maplewood students Brandon Montgomery (left)' and Chase Walden hold their projects that were based on a Mexican theme. Montgomery holds a Day of the Dead puppet and Walden made this pyramid. RESOURCE* Premium Herbs HERB SALE! Echinacea ■ ■ St. John’s Wort ^NATURE'S ‘‘2/ RESOURCE ...Gentle on lawns *!! sstoW^ oW^ snail ®® 1 Long live Augustin 1 they seemed to say For it was their indepen­ dence day thing the students learned while studying the country," said Tuckey. "They worked very hard, I think, and the neat tiling was that there was so much variety. We had writers, sculptures, cul­ ture, and poetry. It rounded out very well." 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Lie. #23-1748 100 CAPSULES VITAMIN INFORMATION LINE 1-800-276-2878 3R W.CEFfflMKW 219 NORTH MAIN STREET 352-0345 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday 9 am to 4 pm Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 9, 1999 - Page 8 New additions to the Vermontville Twp. Library New videos: The Little Mermaid (Disney); The Par­ ent Trap (Disney); Winnie the Pooh’s Un-Valentines Day; Terminator Two: Judg­ ment Day; The Doors. The library has received a donation of books on tape that cover a variety of non­ fiction and fictional topics. They are:: The Street Lawyer by John Grisham, Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer, Cold Mountain by Charles Fra­ zier, Ship of Gold in the Deep Blue Seas by Gary Kinder, Message in a Bottle by Nicholas Sparks, Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff... And It’s All Small Stuff by Richard Carlson, Ph.D., Mc­ Nally’s Caper by Lawrence Sanders, The Materese Countdown by Robert Ludlum, Eaters of the Dead by Michael Crichton, The Man Who Listens to Horses by Monty Roberts, Critical Judgment by Michael Palmer, The Unlikely Spy by Daniel Silva, Shadow Prey and Sudden Prey by John Sandford, Presumed Inno­ cent by Scott Turow, The Mediterranean Caper by Clive Cussler, Triumph of Justice by Daniel Petrocelli, The Road Ahead by Bill Gates, To the Hilt by Dick Francis and Riptide by Dou­ glas Preston. In last week’s list of dona­ tions from the Mark and Su­ san Potter family, the maga- zine “World” was omitted. The library Saturday, Feb. 13, will observe its 50th an­ niversary with an open house from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free video rental certificates will be given to the first 50 library patrons (limit one to a family) and all other videos will be 50 cents each Friday, Feb. 12, through Fri­ day, Feb. 19, which is the ac­ tual date of the anniversary. FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out on Issues Good neighbors clean driveway To the editor: We wanted to say, again, that we have the best neigh­ bors around. For over 20 years, with Larry plowing roads for the county and be­ ing so tired when he comes home in the winter, to find • NOTICE • our driveway cleaned, is the best medicine he could have. Those of special mention are the Balkos, Krugers, Othmers, all the Lavertys and the Gardeners who’ve really shown what true, good neighbors we have. Thanks to all, so much. Pat and Larry Hynes Vermontville Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation Reach over ...in Vermontville. If you don’t want your trees tapped, please put a white cloth around the tree. ANY QUESTIONS? Phone Eugene Fisher at... 726-O67O Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Feb. 10 Nachos, corn, bread stick, grape push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Feb. 11 M.W. and Kellogg Dominos. Pepperoni pizza, green beans, peaches, cook­ ie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Feb. 12 Valentine chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, raspberry sherbet, Valentine cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Feb. 15 Corn dog, California mixed vegetables, pear halves, animal crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Feb. 16 Cheeseburger, whole ker­ nel corn, peaches, apple brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Feb. 10 50,000 area homes with a Reminder ACTION-AD Call 945-9554 24 Hours a Pay 7 Pays a Week MN WMI Johnson.. Saturday, Feb. 3, from 7 to 10 a.m. is the date and time for the next Vermontville United Methodist Men’s Community Breakfast. A goodwill offering will be accepted. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO -Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604.__________________ FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS,We represent several Only 20% Down Balance Due June 1st FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. Call or stop in for more information!!! 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, Ml 48897 Phone (616) 367-4544 Winter Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 8:30-12:00 & 1:00-5:00; Ionia Hastings M-43 Woodland Rd VERN'S Coville Rd. repairI Feb. 20-21 Feb. 22 Feb. 25 Feb. 26-27 Feb. 27-28 Call 945-9554 for ACTIOiy-Ads! HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - PENNOCK HOSPITAL XLake Odessa ♦ M-50 a Feb. 20 New Family Medicine Office in Hastings is seeking a full-time receptionist. The successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Computer experience is required and billing experience is a plus. Prior experience in a physician's office is required. Please send resume/application and letter of introduction to: Outboards at Dealer Cost!!! Woodland Feb. 13 Feb. 17 Telefarm Business Analysis Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. Animal Science Contest at MSU. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at the Extension Office. Pesticide Update, Community Room at C/L Building. Companion Animal Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. 4-H Project Career Days workshop, 9 a.m. at the Hastings High School; Early Adolescent Workshop - Kettunen Center. Rabbit Developmental Committee Meet­ ing, 7 p.m. at Hastings High School. Marketing Workshop. Veterinary Science Teen and Adult Work­ shop at Kettunen Center. Beef and Sheep and Swine Workshop at Kettunen Center. MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST 4/Z1999 VERN'S REPAIR Feb. 9 Feb. 10 H Buy Out of Stock or Order! Limited Time The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. Layaway YourJohnson or Evinrude Outboard NOW! Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, raspberry sherbet, juice, milk. Monday, Feb. 15 Choose One - Corn dog, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, California blend veg., pear halves, juice, milk. Tuesday, Feb. 16 Choose One - Spaghetti, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel corn, peaches, juice, milk. Calendar of Events Feb. 18 REPO: MUST SELLwill look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604, - EvmnuDE. Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, whole kernel com, grape push-up, juice, milk. Thursday, Feb. 11 Choose Ong - Turkey supreme, cheeseburger, piz­ za, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. Friday, Feb. 12 Choose One - Valentine chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken salad, salad bar. Feb. 17 Men’s breakfast will be Saturday will be... TAPPING TREES School Lunch Menu Lansing <o <o 2 Coats • Grove Rd. Attn.: Human Resources 1009 West Green Street Hastings, MI 49058 (616) 948-3112 or FAX (616) 945-4130 Nashville Sat. 8:30:-12:00; Closed Wed. & Sun. mi Pennock Healthcare Services �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 9. 1999 - Page 9 Valentine’s Day gifts with a financial twist This Valentine’s Day, in­ stead of flowers or candy, much you earn and how much you spend. Use this in­ formation to establish a real­ istic plan for saving and in­ vesting toward your goals. consider giving your spouse something more meaningful. The gift suggestions on the fol.lowing list compiled by the Michigan Association of An ownership manual The form of ownership you choose for property and other assets determines what CPAs may not sound very romantic, but they can bring you and your spouse finan­ cial happiness and security over the long term. you can do with them, how protected they are from cred­ itors, and where they go A Financial Plan die. Law? are complicated and vary from state to state, so it is a good idea to seek professional ad­ vice when determining whether to call the property retirement. Once you have established mutuallyagrced-upon financial goals, the next step is to prepare a financial plan for meeting those goals. Begin by estab­ you own yours, ours. mine, or A security blanket Sufficient life, disability, and health insurance can provide your partner with key financial security in the lishing your net worth - that is, the value of what you own minus what you owe. Then put together a cash flow statement that shows how you when Take some time to discuss long-term financial goals like buying a home, paying for college, and planning for event of an untimely death, illness, or accident. If you your own employed and do not have children, your group life in­ Each spouse should estab­ lish credit in his or her own surance coverage at work may be enough. But once you start a family, you will want additional life insur­ name, so that if one spouse should die or leave the mar­ riage, the other will still have ance to protect your depen­ dents. Health and disability insurance are equally impor­ tant. Be sure that you are ad­ equately covered with dis­ ability insurance that re­ places a lost salary and with health care coverage that protects you from the high cost of medical treatment. If you are both employed, check your policies carefully to be certain that you are not paying for duplicate cover­ age you don’t need. A comfortable retirement prospect One way to ensure a long happy life together is to reg­ ularly fund a retirement plan for you and your spouse. Knowing how much retire­ ment income you will need to maintain your current Middle school wrestlers earn medalsat Dansville All seven wrestlers medaled for the Maple Valley Middle School wrestling program at Friday's Dansville Invitational. The Lions had three firsts, and your spouse are both two seconds, one third and one fifth. Brandon Brooke, Rich Wilson and Ben Swan scored the first places for Maple Valley in their respective weight classes. Open House - Your Personal Paradise Awaits You! Saturday, Feb. 13 • 1:00-3:00 p.m. Spectacular private contemporary Overlooking large pond and beautiful wooded 10 acres lifestyle through retirement is the key to establishing a successful plan for retire­ ment savings. And remem­ ber, the earlier you begin saving, the lighter the bur­ den. If one spouse has no earnings, consider the possi­ bility of contributing to a Spousal IRA. Peace of Mind Spare your loved one the pain of making the difficult decision about continuing or discontinuing life sustaining medical treatment by creat­ ing a living will. A living will details the kind of treat­ ment you want or do not REALTOR- (517)543-5483 BUSINESS (517) 372-5555 BUS., (517) 543-6016 FAX (517) 543-4926 RESIDENCE COLDUICU BANM3RQ 313 LANSING ST. UNITED ~ CHARLOTTE ASSOC. INC., REALTORS' CHARLOTTE. Ml 48813 A financial records road map Make sure you each know where important financial that your beneficiaries will inherit exactly what you each intend, have a will drawn up by an attorney. Keep copies of your will somewhere safe and accessible and update it as neces- papers such as wills, insur­ ance policies, bank and tax records, personal papers, payers. That’s why it is im­ portant to make tax planning a year-round priority. A trusted tax professional can help you make the most of tax saving strategies. Construction New Home First Time Buyers Refinancing Whatever your mortgage needs! Poor credit, bankruptcy, foreclosures! Are no problem! No application fees! A will to die for may not appear to be an ap­ propriate topic for a can- Be aware that as a married couple, you are likely to face a higher combined tax bill than you would as single tax­ CONSOLIDATION MORTGAGE and retirement and employee benefit plans are filed or stored. Prepare a compre­ hensive document that you each can refer to in the event of an emergency. Planning for your death A appointment with a CPA Please call with any questions. Laura Pierson (616) 948-2676 Evening & Weekend Calls Welcomed FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY FEDERAL INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION Proposed Flood Elevation Determinations AGENCY: Federal Emergency Management Agency ACTION: Proposed rule; correction. SUMMARY: This notice revises the proposed determinations of modified base (1% annual chance) flood ele­ vations published for the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, in the Maple Valiev News on, March 23, 1998, and March 31, 1998, and hence supersede those previously published proposed modified base flood elevations for the flooding source listed below. Technical information or comments are solicited on the proposed modified base flood elevations for selected locations the Village of Nashville. These base flood elevations are the basis for the flood­ plain management measures that the community is required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). DATES: The period for comment will be ninety (90) days following the second publication of this pro­ posed rule correction is a newspaper of local circulation in the community. that decision on your own. Be sure that your family and ADDRESSES: and that they know where MAUREEN ORMAN now. to your estate and to your minor children. To assure sary. want in the event you are ter­ minally ill and cannot make your physician are aware that you have a living will 10240 VALLEY HWY., VERMONTVILLE • $210,000 Maple Valley Schools, 3+ bedrooms, 2.5 bath, vaulted 21 ft. ceilings, fabulous kitchen, open staircase to loft, master suite with hot tub, cobblestone fireplace, full finished walk-out lower level hobby or workshop area. Directions: M-79 east ofM-66 to Mason Road, north to Valley, east to house. some credit. If you don’t currently have a credit card in your name, apply for one dlelit dinner, but without a will, you die “intestate,” meaning that your state's law will determine what happens you keep it. It’s also a good idea to have a durable power of at­ torney. This is a legal docu­ ment that gives your spouse (or another designated indi­ vidual) permission to man­ age your money, make deci­ sions about your invest­ ments, or sell real estate on your behalf ifyou should be­ come mentally disabled as a result of an illness or acci­ dent. A credit card to call NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 1999-2000 BUDGET PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Thursday, February 18, 1999 at 7:00 o’clock p.m. at 121 Eastside Drive, Vermontville, Michigan, the Vermontville Village Council will hold a public hearing to consider the Vermontville Village proposed 1999-2000 budget. The Vermontville Village Council may not adopt its proposed 1999-2000 budget until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed 1999-2000 budget including the proposed property tax millage rate is available for public inspection during normal busi­ ness hours at 121 Eastside Drive. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. This notice is given by order of the Vermontville Village Coun­ Study and maps showing the proposed modified base flood elevations and their delineation are available for review at the Nashville Village Office, 206 North Main, Nashville, Michigan. Send comments to: Mr. Dennis Mapes Nashville Village President 206 North Main Nashville, Michigan 49073 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Matthew B. Miller, P.E., Chief Hazards Study Branch Mitigation Directorate Federal Emergency Management Agency Washington, DC 20472 (202) 646-2361 SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Emergency Management Agency gives notice of the proposed determinations of base (1% annual chance) flood elevations, in accordance with Section 110 of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 (Pub. L. 93-234), 87 Stat. 980, which added Section 1363 to the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (Title XIII of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (Pub. L. 90-448)), 42 U.S.C. 4001-4128, and 44 CFR 67.4(a). These elevations, together with the floodplain management measures required by Section 60.3 of the program regulations, are the minimum that are required. They should not be construed to mean the community must change any existing ordinances that are more stringent in their floodplain man­ agement requirements. The community may at any time enact stricter requirements. The communi­ ty may at any time enact stricter requirements on its own, or pursuant to policies established by other Federal, State, or regional entities. These proposed elevations will also be used to calculate the appropriate flood insurance premium rates for the new buildings and their contents. Pursuant to the provisions of 5 USC 605(b), the Administrator, to whom authority has been del­ egated by the Director, Federal Emergency Management Agency, hereby certifies that the proposed flood elevation determinations, if promulgated, will not have a significant economic impact on a sub­ stantial number of small entities. A flood elevation determination under Section 1363 forms the basis for new local ordinances, which, if adopted by a local community, will govern future construction with­ in the floodplain area. The elevation determinations, however, impose no restriction unless and until the local community voluntarily adopts floodplain ordinances in accord with these elevations. Even if ordinances are adopted in compliance with Federal standards, the elevations prescribe how high to build in the floodplain and do not prohibit development. Thus, this action only forms the basis for future local actions. It imposes no new requirement; of itself it has no economic impact. Lessees and owners of real property in the Village of Nashville, are encouraged to review the preliminary Flood Insurance Study and Flood Insurance Rate Map available at the address cited above. Proposed modified base flood elevations along flood sources studied in detail are shown on the flood profiles in the study. The corrections to the proposed modified base flood elevations are as follows: Range of Base Flood Elevations #Depth in feet above ground. 'Elevation in feet (NGVD) Source of Flood Existing Modified Thornapple River None None *813 *817 cil. Sharon Stewart, Village Clerk (101) 100 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 9,1999 - Page 10 Farm financial management program set in Charlotte A special program irr Charlotte next month will help farms to take better control for their farms finan­ cial future. This program, “New Eco­ nomic Realities: Farm Fi­ nancial Management in a Changing Environment,” will deal with the concepts of taking charge of your fi­ nancial situation and plan for the future. This hands-on workshop is specifically de­ signed for producers who want to gain a full financial HOMEWORKERS URGENTLY NEEDED understanding of their busi­ ness. Current and projected farm prices have the poten­ tial to disrupt many farms fi­ nancial future and affect the farm business’s ability to ob­ tain credit and service debts. This situation could hamper a farms production and man­ agement system if not ad­ dressed in a positive manner. In this program, partici­ pants will take part in a hands on process of collect- 5 Earn Weekly Paycheck From ■■ The Comfort Of Your Home. ™ FREE Details, Send Long Self2 Addressed Stamped Envelope to: National Homeworkers Association, 222 W. Main St. ing critical financial infor­ mation about their farms current situation and then using computer software programs to project how 1999 may affect them. Par­ ticipants will then learn how they and others view this in­ formation by using financial ratios. Many farms are being asked to develop more de­ tailed farm business analy­ sis, which will be one of the key components of this workshop. rate confidential financial information. The Michigan State Uni­ versity Extension team is ready to deliver this in-depth farm business financial In addition, participants also can project a cash flow/production system for the 1999 and future growing seasons. This projection will be based on your farm’s ac­ tual numbers and should be a useful took in planning your business and working with your lender and other farm business partners. There is planned addi­ tional on-farm visits prior, during and after the work­ shop in order to have accu- management program in your area. The program will be held March 2, 9 and 16 in Char­ lotte.. Call (517) 543-2310, Eaton Extension. The fee for the workshop will be $40 for the first per­ son and $20 for each addi­ tional person from the same farm. This covers all meals and materials. There Blair, WV 25022 Complete Overall Paint Free Estimates Collision Work Rust Repair Touch Up Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday or by Appointment 8373 W. Kinsel Hwy. Vermontville, MI <517) 726-0955 1/2 Mile East of Ionia Road Owner Allen Felzke State Certified for all Collision Repair wanted: Standing Timber can Hughes Logging Leonard Hughes (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder Nashville Lions Club hears from thankful students The Nashville Lions Club started the new year with a dinner meeting at the United Methodist Church. A delicious meal was served by the United Methodist Church's womens group. The program included three high school students who the Lions Club helped to sponsor last summer. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (□.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle ehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM, GL 0201 �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday February 9 1999 - Page 12 Valley wrestlers finish fourth at Bellevue Invite Jeff Rhoades pins his Athens opponent to the mat at the recent Bellevue Invitational. (Photo provided) Senior Chris Dunham won a weigm ciass cnampionship at Bellevue increased his win total to 25. (Photo provided) Maple Valley's wrestling squad traveled down to the Bellevue Invitational Jan. 30 and competed against Bellevue. Olivet, Athens. Schoolcraft, Concord, Addison and White Pigeon. Six Lions brought home medals at the event: Jeff Rhoades won his 140-pound weight class scoring a decision in the finals. Chris Dunham also was a champion at 152, out- scoring his foe in the finals 7-5. Dunham's record for the season is 25-3. Andy Adams, at heavyweight, captured a second place medal. Jon Kenyon, al 130, placed third with a pin to secure his medal. Randy Silsbee, at 135, also managed a third place finish, pinning his opponent in the consolation round. Isaac Franco brought home a fourth place medal at 160. And Jamie Davis also wound up with a fourth place at 215. Chad Spears also had a hard-fought outing, going 2­ 2 in his respective weight class. The Maple Valley team, coached by Chris Ricketts and Tony Wawiernia, finished fourth overall in the team standings al Bellevue. Jamie Davis, Jeff Rhoades and Chad Spears. 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Ml 49058 1893 paid NO 490531 —*&>• 7 | Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. i ili li nl li In I 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945*9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 7/February 16,1999 Vermontville namesnew syrup queen by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor A childhood dream has come true for a 16-year-old Nashville woman. Michelle Jewell, daughter of Donald and Janice Jewell, has been selected from a Held of four candidates to reign as the 1999 Ver­ montville Maple Syrup Queen. Hayley Todd, 17, daughter of Rodney and Robyn Todd of Vermontville, was picked as the alternate queen. 'lliey were crowned Tues­ day night after a community dinner, sponsored by the Vermontville Lions, and a public interview session at the Vermontville Congrega­ tional Church. Judges said their jobs were especially difficult this year and that only a few points separated the contes­ tants. First hand experience and knowledge of making maple syrup are emphasized in the competition. Candidates also are judged on their ap­ pearance, poise, speaking, ability to represent the community, knowledge of the community's annual Maple Syrup Festival and the content of an essay writ­ ten in advance. The new queen said she has been helping her "Grandpa Jewelll" make maple syrup since she was a young child. "Me would always take me for a walk out into die woods in order to collect the sap from the trees," Michelle said. "He would always let me carry my own little bucket full. Then he would let me sit and watch as he boiled the sap. If I had been extra good that day, he Candidates competing for the title of Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen were (from left) Eren Berry, Michelle Jewell, who was named queen; Hayley Todd, who was picked as the alternate; and Shiloh Beals. Judges said this year's contest was especially close. Law school dean is newest MV school board member Vermontville's new royalty are pictured here with their parents (from left) Rodney Todd, Robyn Todd, Alternate Queen Hayley Todd, Queen Michelle Jewell, Donald Jewell and Janice Jewell. Promoting Vermontville's pure maple syrup products will keep Alternate Queen Hayley Todd (left) and Queen Michelle Jewell busy during 1999. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer David Favre is the newest Maple Valley School Board member, after being ap­ pointed to the position at last Monday's meeting. The position was vacant because of die resignation of Cindy Grant, who is now a teacher in the district. The term will be up for election again in June. Favre is a dean at die De­ troit College of Law at Michigan State University. He moved with his wife, Marty, a homemaker, to die Vermontville area a year and a half ago, seeking a more rural way of life after living in die suburbs, said Favre. "We were able to find property in Vermontville and we have been very pleased with our decision since," Favre said. The Favres have four children, two currently in tlie Maple Valley School system. One is a senior and one is in die'eighth grade. Favre has a degree in chemistry from die Univer­ sity of Virginia, and a law degree from the College of William and Mary. He be­ gan teaching law in 1977. His area of focus is property law and environmental law, he said. Favre said he is excited about the prospect of serv­ ing on die board. "I believe that die educa­ tional system is die founda­ tion for economic and cul­ tural development in an area," he said. Favre said he has many ideas to bring to the board. David Favre "I know from experience what higher education re­ quires out of tlie K-12 grade system. I also bring my ex­ perience helping raise four kids in two other school systems. "I'm fairly well tuned to technology," he said. "I have always been a strong supporter of public educa­ tion. I think we need to keep pressing for tlie kids in Maple Valley." "In particular, I think Maple Valley is beginning to take some good steps forward with tlie construc­ tion and tlie outlook for die schools, and I would like to be a part of the progress," Favre said. Superintendent Clark Volz said, "We were very fortunate to have two very capable community mem­ bers express their interest in our board opening (Mark Livingston also applied for die opening). The selection of Dr. Favre will add to our board's resources and back­ ground. Dr. Favre has expe­ rience in many areas of edu­ cation and school operation, as well as an extensive background in technology. He also has a sincere desire to represent and serve his community. We have a board with great vision and leadership and Dr. Favre will be an addition to their strengths." In This Issue • Nashville finally purchases new police car • Alternative education students collecting maple syrup • School board, staff, audience tour construction sites • Local ambulance fees to take a ‘big leap’ �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday. February 16. 1999 - Page 2 Syrup Queen, from front pagewould allow me Io skim the impurities off the top. "I always thought it was a miracle that something so runny and clear could be­ come so sweel and dark," she said of the process of boiling sap into syrup. "Later on, when I got to test the syrup, it always seemed extra sweet knowing (hat I had a small hand in helping to make it," Michelle said As queen, she is anxious to begin promoting maple syrup products and raising awareness of Vermontville's Maple Syrup Festival the last full weekend of April. Michelle and Hayley will preside over the festival. "When 1 was a little girl, 1 can remember admiring the syrup queen and hoping to someday become her," Michelle said. "The queen is someone who represents wholesomeness and home­ town pride," Michelle said with a twinkle in her hazel eyes. "I always thought it would be a really worthy thing to do and I'm just re­ ally surprised that I got iL I most important accom­ plishments to date is main­ think that all of the girls here would have been just as capable of doing this job.,.They are all really great people.” At Maple Valley High School, she and Hayley are both in the clarinet section of the band. Michelle also plays lead tenor saxophone in the high school jazz taining a 4.0 grade point av­ erage. She hopes to pursue a ca­ reer as an ultrasound techni­ cian or a physical therapist. Hayley wants to have a career in education, possibly teaching at the high school level. Michelle's extracurricular activities include participat­ ing in 4-H and the Maple Valley Equestrian Team. band. Both are also National Honor Society members. 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Worship Service ............. .11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Sunday School.... Morning Worship Evening Worship.. Wednesday Family Night Service ... .9:45 a.m. ... 11 a.m. .............6 6:45 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship .............. 11 a.m. Church School ................... 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School ...... Sunday: A.M. Worship . . . P.M. Worship Wednesday Evening: Worship .9:45 a.m. 11 a.m. .6 p.m REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service Sunday Schoo Fellowship Tim Adult Class...... ..... 9:30 a.m. ................ 10 ... 10:30 a.m. ...10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service........................... 6 p.m. PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6 p.m Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School................. 9:45 a.rrf. A.M. Service .................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ...................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service........... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School..... Worship.................. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .................9 a m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer..................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St Andrew s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service . . .6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �>• Maple WMay News Nasr.' .iii’e uesday February 16 1999 - Page 3 Nashville finally buys new police car by Shawms Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council finally boughtt a 1999 Crown Victoria police car after debating the subject for three meetings. The price for the car went op $200 since the original bid given in December, bringing the total to $25,032.75. Police Chief Bob Bidccr said that the de­ livery time on the vehicle was 90 to 100 days, and in­ surance for the year was $800. The council previously had been debating whether to keep the old vehicle as a back-up car. "We have two issues... buying the car and retaining the car," said President Den­ nis Mapes. Baker earlier in the meet­ ing presented the council with estimates on what it would cost to contract ser­ vices from Barry County Central Dispatch, saying, "It is obvious to me that the village is not concerned with having a police de­ partment of its own." Bilker quoted the service for the village the first year costing $228,598, the sec­ ond year $234,486. The po­ lice department of Nashville currently has a budget of $141,325. When the issue of a new car enme up, Sieve Wheeler said. "Is 24-hour coverage something we should cons'uler? I wouldn’t think we would need to consider a new car if we go that route." Wheeler also said that he thought the dealerships might he "yanking our O BLAST FROM THE PAST IPG-13) oani sound Mi >jco <ts in •»iw AT FIRST SIGHT (PG-13) MUSMTVUI (PG-13) O PAYBACK (R) SHFS All THAT (PG-13) ms ••• in itsix wenffluns snot tn chains" about the bid price increase. "I think it is safe to say •l is FYI.I the contracting estimates)” said Trustee Mike Kenyon. " Where I am coming from is that I think there were comments made that I was trying to spend the village's money, and I was not trying to do that,” said Baker. Ginger Burd said that though she was not at the previous meeting, she did not want Baker to think that she could ever see the vil­ lage contracting somewhere else. The motorcycle now be­ ing housed by the village was pul on next meeting’s agenda. The motorcycle is leased from Harley Davidson for Slot) a year as a promo­ tional deal to the village. It was delivered to the village last month but there was disagreement on the council as to whether or not the de­ partment was authorized to accept it. After the January meet­ ing. Baker called the com­ pany back and asked to re­ turn die motorcycle, but die company asked if the de­ partment would store it un­ til they were in the area, so as to not have to make a special trip. On Friday, Baker was contacted and he said that he was trying to get a hold of the representative to sec if they could wait for a deci­ sion until next council meeting. But Baker said that the company might have al­ ready committed Um* mexorcycle to another village bexamc they arc in high de­ mand He said he presented the council with the price quotes to contract services *uh Barry County because he has not felt the support from the council lately and that comments made at January’s meeting’s made it sound tike he was trying io spend, spend, spend, and he felt that it was not what be was trying to accomplish. When asked at the meet- ing the benefits of the mo­ torcycle, Baker said for pubfic relations because motorryrln wt a fair—i with kids, for parades, daring the Maple Syrup Festival, us­ ing it for patrol and thus easing wear and tear on the new car. and using it poambiy on a proposed trail in the village During public com­ ments, resident Gary White said that the motorcycle seemed like a good idea for the mileage saved on the other vehicle. Trustee Burd said, 'It’s a sweet deal while you can get it" Baker said Lansang offers motorcycle traunng for free. He abo said that the origi­ nal price be quoted for in­ surance (SMXB was thought FAXES TAXES by some people he has tai ked to to be too high The council will revisit the motorcycle issue al its next meeting. TAXES TAXES RL Hill Tax Service Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville Individuals. Specializing in Farms. Partnerships & Small Corporations NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad Cali 517-852-0121 18 > tws Experience XSXVA S3XV1 S3XV1 S3XV1 Thinking About The Future? Syrup queen, from page 2 montvillc's Syrup Festival every year since she was bom. She has participated in its parades, worked at the 4­ II petting zoo and entered some of the many contests. She noted that Ver­ montville Is "rich in history and traditions and passes die knowledge of that history and the syrup making pro­ cess down generation after generation." The festival’s roots go back to 1940. Other candidates in the queen competition were Eren Berry, daughter of Dale and Denise Barry of Vermontville; and Shiloh Beals, daughter of Bobbie Jo Beals of Nashville. Judges were David Wayne lluva of WLCM Radio in Charlotte, Daniel Homes of Conununity Newspapers in Charlotte, Brian Benedict, a maple syrup producer. and Elaine Gilbert of J-Ad Graphics. FREE 46 ox. 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Laura Pierson (616) 948-2676 Evening & Weekend Calls Welcomed OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 • Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 • Olivet - 749-2811 • Grand Ledge - 627-6292 �I tie Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 16, 1999 - Page 4 Alternative ed students collecting maple sap by Shawna Hub bar th Staff Writer Maple Valley Alternative Education students were busy collecting maple sap from die trees in Nashville this past week. The students were asked to lake over die collection by die Maple Syrup Associ­ ation. Historically, die Boy Scouts did the collecting, but die local troop has dis­ banded, Alternative Educa­ tion Principal/Teacher Tate Mix said. "We will be collecting for “We will be collect­ ing for about six weeks depending on the weather. In ■ the past two days we have collected about 1,200 gal­ lons of sap.” - Tate Mix about six weeks, depending on die weather,” said Mix. "In the past two days we hnvA "bout 1,200 gallons of sap." Mix said that the students arc excited to be collecting. "It works out well be­ cause it is die first time we have done something like diis so die kids are learning and gaining experience. It is also a good community ser­ vice project. The real benefit is that die kids will earn some money for our yearly trip to Chicago." Mix said diat die associa­ tion provided the equipment and spent some time teach­ ing die students how to use it. "We still need to tap die south side of town and we will be doing diat soon,” he said. Maple Valley Alternative Education students pour the sap collected from the Maple trees and put it into this tank, which soon filled up with the future maple syrup. Give a Kid a Coat’ reports success by Shawna Hubbarth Students pour the sap into plastic buckets before taking it back to the truck. $I $ CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP At CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA' THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE POWER AND PLANT ESSENCES. Staff Writer The QI06 FM "Give a Kid a Coat Program" was very successful, said Bob Smith, who headed die drive to collect coats for the needy in the area. "We collected 105 coats, seven pairs of snow pants, 10 pairs of boots, 10 hats, and seven pairs of gloves," Smith said. "We collected at each school, and I think we did pretty well. My goal next year is to get even more. "Parents need to start dunking at die end of winter that if their child grows out of a coat, to keep it for next year's drive. I will even take the coats now and find a storage place for them,' Smith said. Smith said die program accepts all winter gear and die clotiiing is recycled back info the community. Smith said that diose who need a coat can go to die Capital Area Community Service and Eaton County Action Center at 1370 North Clin­ ton Trail in Charlotte to get one'. "Students are eligible if Well protect proecy your home sweet mobile home. Brooke Primm (left) and Kimberly Craven hold coats collected for the Q106 FM coat drive. they live in Barry or Eaton County, and attend Maple Valley Schools," he said. For Sale BEAUTIFUL BRASS BED WITH DELUXE king size pillowtop mattress set, “brand new”, cost $1,250; must sell $350,1-517-337-3054 BEAUTIFUL SOLID WOOD DINING ROOM SET, includ.- Auto-Owners Insurance Company. Stop i arid learn how you can save by insuring both your mobile home and car with Auto-Ownets, or qualify for our mature mobile homeowners discount. ^4uto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY 178. Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 ing buffet w/hutch, top with in­ laid tile, “brand new”, cost $1,000, sacrifice $595, 1-517­ 541-1109. 6-PC. BEDROOM SET,maple finish includes full mattress set, only 3 months old,will sacri­ fice, $295,1-517-541-1109. Congratulations to JESSICA FAWLE for earning a place on the Deans Honor List, College of Natural Science Fall Semester 1998 at Michigan State University. We are very proud of your accomplishments. Love, Mom, Dad, Shannon dr Matt COMMERCIAL GRADE CHARCOAL GRAY CARPETING(3 wks. old), 12’x30' size, cost $320, sacrifice $65,1­ 517-541-1109. QUEEN SERTA MATTRESS SET,with 5 drawer chest, oak finish, “excellent” buy, only $125 for both, 517-541-1109 FOR SALE Dry hard maple, cherry, ash. Cut, split, delivered. $40 face cord plus tax. Minimun 2 face cord. No Sunday sales. Call Kent 517-852-1864 Recreation 1998 PLAYBOUY PON­ TOON 20ft, used 6 times, CD player & lots of extra’s. Must sell. $13,000 OBO. 945-9946 after 4pm. 'Wedding Announcements Let e us help e p you announce that a veryvery-important mpor an day with an announcement from our complete line of Invitations, Reception Cards, Thank Yous and more. Stop by our office and see one ofour Wedding Specialists. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 16,1999 - Page 5 Fuller School implementing balanced literacy program School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood. Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Feb. 17 Chicken fries, carrot sticks, applesauce, chocolate cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Feb. 18 Mobile Homes Fuller Elementary is hard at work implementing a new balanced literacy pro­ gram, said Principal Bernie Hynes. The literacy program comes from New Zealand and is based on eight reading and writing components. They are reading aloud, shared, guided and indepen­ dent reading, shared, interac­ tive, guided and independent writing. Hie program is very suc­ cessful and the school is al­ ready seeing positive re­ sults, Hynes said. "I think that we are going to see a lot of success with students; we are already," said Hynes. "What we are aiming at is improved MEAP scores and increased reading and writing skills. The teachers are so excited about the program and the students are, too." Hynes said that the staff was trained in the program at Ingham and Eaton Inter­ mediate school districts. She said the staff had focused on the method in the program last year and the program was instituted at the school this academic year. "I think the Monday, Feb. 22 Mexican pizza, carrot sticks, pineapple, ginger­ bread, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Feb. 19 Choose One - Tacos, piz­ za, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, fresh fruit, juice, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Feb. 23 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes/gravy, roll and hon­ ey, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS,We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Monday, Feb. 22 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, french fries, pineapple, juice, milk. Wednesday, Feb. 17 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, pasta bar. Choose Tuesday, Feb. 23 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, cheeseburger, piz­ za, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, mashed potatoes/gravy, peaches, juice, milk. Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, applesauce, juice, milk. ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Thursday, Feb. 18 Choose One - Dominos pizza, cheeseburger. Choose Two Garden salad, California blend vegetables, fruit cocktail, juice, 1/2 pt. milk. ABANDONED REPO -Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1 -800­ 672-9604,__________________ REPO: MUST SELLwill look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800672-9604,___________________ First grade teacher Sallie Jo Affolder reads to her classroom using the new reading program books. High School Dominos. Cheese pizza, box of raisins, fruit cocktail, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Feb. 19 Tacos, green beans, fresh fruit, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. All You Can Eat FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. TACO EiNNEP Friday, Feb. 19 Adults $4.50 Kids under 12 $3.50 NationalAds WHY SPEND UP TO $5.00 on everyday name-brand prod­ ucts when you can purchase the same products for only $1.00? Call 1-888-263-0619 or 616-968-2912. 5:30-7:30 p.m. VFW Post in Nashville ************ program show a lot of promise and the teachers have been work­ ing hard on implementing it Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate in the classrooms," Hynes said. 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Student suspended for bringing BB gun to Maplewood School A Maplewood sixth-grader tion, a knife also was dis­ has been placed on long­ term suspension pending a school board decision after covered, and the student's parents were immediately notified, as Eaton County Sheriffs officers, who con­ being found to have brought a BB gun to school last Fri­ day afternoon. Superintendent Clark Volz said a Maplewood teacher learned of the possi­ bility a student had a BB gun in school and investi­ gated. The teacher discovered an unloaded BB pistol in the student's bag. No oilier stu­ dents were present in the classroom at tiiat time. After further investiga- fiscated both weapons. Volz said, "The Maple Valley school district con­ tinues to enforce zero toler­ ance for all behaviors of vi­ olence, intimidation and ha­ rassment. We would like to let all Maple Valley parents, students and community members know that we con­ sider this to be a very seri­ ous matter. We will tolerate nothing that compromises the security and safety of every student." Broker, MLS REALTOR Fax: 852-9138 Homer Winegar, GRI HIYIS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI................................................................ ,. Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)....................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)...........................................................................852-5066 Volz stressed the impor­ tance of the people of the school district knowing the facts rather than hearing ru­ mors. "Any time there is an in­ cident of this magnitude, there is a possibility of mis­ information," he said. "Our intent is to keep the public accurately aware of the de­ tails to help avoid rumors and clarify facts. NASHVILLE CHARMING 3 BEDROOM HOME on double lot at edge of town. Call Nyle today. This home is priced to buy. (N-52) "Please take this opportu­ nity with your children to NICE LARGE NEW LISTING: ON 8 3 BEDROOM HOME IN ACRES IN COUNTRY NASHVILLE MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Many recent updates have been 3 bedroom farm house with made including vinyl siding, 40x60 barn which has inside vinyl windows, hew roof & exercise & riding arena. kitchen cupboards. Priced to Possession at close. Call Homer (N-53) for more details. (CH-58) buy. Call Nyle to see. discuss the seriousness of this situation," he added. ► TANNING "There is much we can do together to insure the safety and well being of all our ► ► students." The Board of Education is $4.00 expected to make a decision per visit Walk-Ins on whether the students will *15.00 be suspended or expelled. details. 5 Visit Package *25.00 10 Visit Package *40.00 20 Visit Package New Tanning Beds < < < California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 BACK ON THE MARKET! NASHVILLE COUNTRY HOME ON 2 bedroom. 2 baths, living room, dining room, kitchen & laundry. 5 ACRES 3 BEDROOM HOME Large deck overlooks woods. 3 Between Nashville & VermontNASHVILLE stall attached garage. Call Nyle. ville. 10 room. 4 bedroom, state­ Good 2 story “starter” or (CH-48) ly country home, much original “retirement" home. Closeto woodwork. Maple Valley Schools. downtown. Call Nyle for Call Nyle (CH-55) (N-50) VACANT LAND INMEMORIAM IN MEMORY OF GLORIA JEAN (BECRAFT) FASSETT, who passed away January 26, 1998. You are sadly missed by your family but God knew the pain was more than you could bare, so he called you home. We all miss you, your mom, chil­ dren, grandchildren & brother. f Looking for a PRINTER? Call... <945-9554 J 6 ACRE PARCEL NEAR THORNAPPLE LAKE - Lots of white pine trees & 12x20 garage with cement floor. Call Homer. (VL-51) NOW $78,900 ESTABLISHED RETAIL SHOE & BOOT BUSINESS Owner pursuing other inter est. Many possibilities for expansion here don’t miss this golden opportunity to be your own boss. Call Nyle today to see how easy it may be (B-54) IN NASHVILLE THORNAPPLE RIVER FRONTAGE Easy access to 1-69 expressway interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call.Homer. (VL-49) 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE - Perked & surveyed. Located at the edge of Nashville Village Limits. Extra nice, 2 (poss. 3) bed­ Call Nyle (VL-57) room ranch home, breeze­ 10 ACRES - Perked & surveyed. Some trees, way, 2 car garage, full, base­ good “walk-out" building sites. Potential for ment with family room. pond, lots ofwild life. Call Nyle. (VL-56) Home has central air, and is 55 ACRE WOODED PA ACRE WOODED PARCEL .- Good potential well cared for. One you must walkout sites. Call Nyle.. (VL-43) see to appreciate!! Call 2.5 ACRES - Natural gas available. Call Nyle. Homer for more “info.” This (VL-27) home is priced to buy!! 1 ACRES ROLLING Wooded parcel w/stream (N-100) 15 - running through it Call Nyle. . (VL-34) �The Mapte Valley News. Nashvitte. Tuesday, February 16. 1999 - Page 6 School board, staff, audience tour construction sites School board members and others toured the construction sites Monday nigiu. Here, Superintendent Clark Volz shows a future classroom at Fuller Elementary. Monday evening and were taken on a construction site by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley School Board members, schixil staff and audience members climbed in a school bus last tour. Superintendent Clark Volz and Construction site managers Mike Monte if and rray! Vacation March 1-15 DIANA ’S PLACE The place to gofor professional styling Diana Kuempel - Owner 852-9481 Mark Furtaw walked the crowd through each school, answering questions and giving updates on the ongo­ ing construction. At Maplewood, Volz told how the staff was working around the construction by serving lunch in die hall­ ways. "Everybody has paid a price and everybody has supported this effort. It is great to see the cooperation and sacrifice that staff and odiers have displayed." The tour included the gym, classrooms, and future band room. "I don't see Ulis as a room being exclusively for band," DEBT OVERLOAD? BANKRUPTCY? SELF-EMPLOYED? “There is construction and then there is construction," Superintendent Clark Volz said to the school board members as he walked them through the future gymnasium at the high school. PMC Mortgage Company provides innovative financing solutions with the equity in your home. Our Experts Listen To Your Needs ... New Financing Existing Debt • Debt consolidation to a single, • Cash out lower payment • Tax lien pay-offs • Land contract refinancing • Medical bill pay-offs • Home improvements • College tuition funding • Car, boat, RV purchase • principal residence purchase Business Owners/Entrepreneurs • Vacation property purchase • Home office start-up capital • Small business operating funds ...And Respond With The Right Solution. 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A multi-purpose^ room that will be covered widi half linoleum and half carpet for "messier" art pro­ jects was also toured. At Fuller, Monteif pointed out die new siding, and said diat 99 percent of die roofing is finished. He also said diat die exterior brick was complete and die windows were finished. He said diat die parking lot will get a finishing coat in the spring. Walking through the fu­ ture classrooms at Fuller, Volz pointed out die high density dry wall. "It is made to take furni­ ture being pushed up against it and it is quite durable," said Volz. One person asked about die classroom capacity and Volz said dial die board has been working on targeting a smaller class size for the lower grades. He said diey were working for the low Continued next page 79th Annual VJ ?|l Vermontville Firemen’s Dance Music by the Billy Calhoun Band Saturday, February 27, 1999 8:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. At the Fire Station • $10.00 Per Couple • $5.00 Single • Jj b Tickets available night of dance at Ken’s Standard J||| *i( or any fireman. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 16, 1999 - Page 7 Superintendent Clark Volz explains the air system and how it works on the second floor of the new gym at the high school. From previous page 20s. He also pointed out the doors between classrooms which would help for shared activities between the class­ rooms. Volz talked about what the district would do with die portables after the con­ struction was finished. "One of the goals we have talked about is a creative use for die portables. They can't be sold for much," he said. "We are going to have to diink of die best way to uti- lize them." Volz said that it would not be "good money" to sell them for $1,000 and turn around and build a storage building for $5,000. At the high school, one of die highlights of the tour was the new gymnasium. "There is construction and tiien diere is construction," Volz said as the crowd en­ tered the gym. The group also toured the new weight room area above the gym, Obituaries Charles Leo Betz---------------VERMONTVILLE Mr. Charles Leo Betz, age 76, of Vermontville, passed away Sunday, February 14, 1999 at his residence. Mr. Betz was born in Eaton County, the son of Leon and Mary Betz. His occupation was machine repair for Bradford White Manufacturing Company for twelve years, he was formerly employed at Oliver in Battle Creek, Diamond Reo in Lansing, and farmed his own farm. Mr. Betz is survived by his wife, Irene; daughter, Barbara Betz of Chesterton, Indiana; two sons, Rodney Betz of Vermontville, and Timothy Betz of Nashville; two granddaughters; brother, James Betz of Charlotte and sister-in-law, Shirley (Roy) Tillery. Funeral Services for Mr. Betz will be held Wednesday, February 17, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with the Reverend George Fleming officiating. Interment will be in the Hillside Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 16, 1999 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at theTuneral home. Complete Overall Paint Collision Work Rust Repair Touch Up Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday or by Appointment Free Estimates 8373 W. Kinsel Hwy. Vermontville, MI State Certified for all Collision Repair (517) 726-0955 1/2 Mile East of Ionia Road Owner Allen Felzke GIVING & RECEIVING Yes. you read it right. We meant giving and receiving. That is what being a nursing assistant is all about at Thomapple Manor. For giving excellent, quality care to the residents here, employees receive not only a competitive wage and benefit package, but also valuable friendships with co-workers and residents. However, nursing is not the field for everyone. You must have the patience, dependability, and courteous nature that it takes to get the job done - the right way. If you think this could be you. we are offering a training class beginning March 10th and ending on March 25th. Class is not in session on the weekends, and the first 6 days run from 8 am to 4 pm. with the last 5 days being held from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm. Starting rate of pay is S7.81 per hour with medical/dental benefits available, as well as vacation and illness benefits. To apply for this class, come to Thomapple Manor to fill out an application and schedule an interview before March 4th. 1999 THORNAPPLE MANOR 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE on die second floor. "This space came about when community members remembered when it was built and knew that this bal­ cony could be finished," he said. Volz explained how the air system above the gym worked and talked about how the air system would earn its money back in a matter of years. In other business, the board: • Approved the appoint­ ment of David Favre to fill the board position left by Cindy Grant who resigned to take a teaching position within the district. Mark Livingston, pastor of Chester Gospel Church, also expressed interest in die position. Both candidates The gym at Maplewood holds many of the construction materials used on the site. talked briefly about their in­ terests and goals for die board if elected. Board President Mike Callton said," I can't re­ member when we have had a better selection of persons to chose from." . Board members seemed re­ luctant to chose one man over the other, talking about the assets of both appli­ cants. Board members en­ couraged Livingston to run for the board in June when three positions come up for election, including Favre's. (See related story on Favre.) •Released three students from the district for various circumstances, but agreed only to allow releasing the students for die remainder of this school year with the agreement tiiat die students would eidier enroll in die fall or relocate. • Approved die purchase of a software program and the hardware to support it for $28,113. The program and hardware is for a student management package for die office at die high school. • Approved a six-week medical leave of absence for kindergarten teacher Linda Garber, beginning Feb. 16. Qfornapple RN’s/LPN’s We currently have full and part-time openings. Prefer candidates with LTC experience. If inter­ ested, submit a complete application with attached resume to the Director of Nursing. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 EOE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 16, 1999 - Page 8 County Family Coordinating Council seeks proposals for funding Funding is again available for services which will posi­ tively impact the children and families of Barry County. The monies are available for fiscal year 1999-2000 as a direct result of the Family Preservation and Family Support Act of 1993. Local funding of projects will be made available through the Barry County Family Coor­ dinating Council, Strong Families/Safc Children ini­ tiative. The Council's Commu­ nity Plan calls for proposals that will positively impact the children/families of tlie community. All submitted proposals are seriously con­ sidered by the council. The deadline for submitting pro­ posals is March 30. Anyone wishing addi­ tional information should contact M. Therese Gunter, coalition coordinator, at tlie Barry-Eaton Family Inde- pendence Agency in Hast­ ings, 948-3254. Previously funded projects have included: the County Commission on Aging's Kinship Care Outreach Support/Education program offering support to grand­ parents and other adults raising relatives; Commu­ nity Action Agency of South Central Michigan's Security Deposit/First Mon­ th's Rent prognun which al­ lows eligible persons to ob­ tain appropriate housing who otherwise would be homeless; Barry-Eaton Dis­ trict Health Department's Dental Services which made it possible for several chil­ dren to be seen by special­ ists and for Cribs & Car Seats given to families and monitored by the District Healtli Department and tlie Healthy Families program administered by tlie depart­ ment; YMCA Day Care Program to cover the cost of NOTICE The Vermontville Township Board of Review The Vermontville Township Board of Review will meet at the Opera house, S. Main St., on Tuesday, March 2,1999 at 7:00pm to organize the board and review the tax roll for 1999. Public hearings will be held: MONDAY - March 8,9:00 am to noon 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm TUESDAY - March 9,1:00 pm to 5:00 pm 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Any property owners wishing to examine their assessment and to show cause why the 1999 Valuation should be changed are urged to attend at these scheduled times. Tentative ratio of 50% and multiplier of 1,000 for all classes of real & personal property. By board resolution residents are able to protest by letter, provided protest letter is received prior to March 2,1999. PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES NOTICE The Township will provide necessary reasonable service to individuals with disabilities at the Board of Review meetings upon (3) days notice: Contact Supervisor Russell Laverty (517) 726-1115 6967 N. Ionia Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 William Crittenden, Assessor Russell Laverty, Supervisor FREE' WATER HEATER to new Homes or switching from Electric to Gas! Gravity Vent or Power Vent day care for children ages 6­ 11 whose families had no other means of affording tliis service; CASA's Educa­ tion Program regarding the effects of domestic violence on children; Barry County Mental Health Services' Parenting Education Semi­ nars for parents and care­ givers who care for children, with emotional and behav­ ioral difficulties; Guidance & Counseling Services pro­ viding psychoeducational groups for youth and fami­ lies regarding youth vio­ lence in tlie community; and Personal Horizons, Inc. for Parent/Grandparent/Fosterparent Educational Seminars offering an opportunity for parent figures to increase their awareness and under­ standing of effective parent­ ing. In addition, funding has been given to New Begin­ nings, a foster and adoptive family support group for training and for library re­ source material; the Barry County Trial Court, Family Division, for a youth men­ toring program providing mentoring, recreational pro­ grams, psycho-education and job skill training to high risk unsupervised youth; and for the continuation of the Wrap Around process also coordinated and monitored by tlie Trial Court. Students at Maplewood were hard at work on the computer last week. Students were combining technology with creative juices as they constructed poems describing themselves and their future. Teacher Amy Smith said that she cannot wait until the future computer lab is finished so that all the students can work on the computers at the same time. She said the students are learning many things through assignments such as this one like how to save on disks, spell checking, typing skills, and basic computer applications. Youth project grants available The Youth Advisory Com­ mittee of the Eaton County Community Foundation is inviting youth groups in Eaton County to apply for up to $400 to help them start or expand special activities that help young people. This grant cycle focuses on proposals that will de­ velop positive activities for junior high and senior high Eaton County youth on weekday nights and on the weekends. Call to request a grant ap­ plication from Mona Ellard (517) 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. Grants are due March 5. Grants will be awarded May 1. & Check these great benefits... • FREE tank installation • FREE water heater, gravity vent or power vent • FREE complete safety check ofyour propane system • 2* per gallon discount to senior citizens • 24 hour emergency service • $25.00 reward for every new Customer you recommend to AmeriGas • Dependable automatic gas delivery • Competitive prices. rop c ce AmeriGas Counton... Area students keeping busy America’s Propane Company 1-800-374-3929 7220 Saddlebag Lake Rd. (M-66), Lake Odessa, MI Students at Kellogg enjoy the unseasonably warm weather last Thursday on the playground. The weather was a warm 70 degrees outside. Card. OfThanks THE FAMILY OF JULIA HOOK would like to thank our friends, neighbors, and family members for the food, cards, visits and prayers received dur­ ing our bereavement. Our thanks also to Drs. Ebaugh and Merriman, the nurses at Pennock Hospital and Thornapple Manor, and to Ri­ chard Genther at the Maple Valley Chapel Funeral Home. Your kindness will always be remembered. Bless you. Help Wanted AGRICULTURAL EQUIP­ MENT SALES: JD dealer in West Michigan seeks a sales per­ son for ag equipment. Must have farm experience, excellent sales and marketing skills, an outgo­ ing personality and mechanical aptitude. Finance experience helpful. Contact Fillmore EquipEquip­ ment of Hastings, an innovative and growing company with ex­ cellent opportunities. 616-9459526, fax 616-945-5958 LEASING AGENT/SITE MANAGER: Part-time posi­ tion with small apartment com­ munity in Nashville. Must be a self-starter, organized and able to meet deadlines. Tax credit experience a plus. Send resume with salary requirement to: K. Barry, Red Oak Management Co., Inc., P.O. Box 440, Rock­ ford, MI 49341,________ HELP WANTED Paid weekly. $540 to start. Due to a large increase of business local com com-­ pany must expand operations and fill 10 full-time positions. Com­ pany training provided. Job de­ scription, hours, pay scale, profit sharing, to be discussed at one on one interview. No 3rd shift is available. 948-2387 Girl Scouts plan upcoming events Nashville Girl Scouts will have family roller skating Thursday, Feb. 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hastings RollaRama. Cost will be skate rental and a canned good for the local food pantry. A 1970s dance is set for March 11, at the Maple Grove Grange. Pictures will be from 5:30 to 6:30, and dancing, games, and refresh­ ments will be until 8. There will be prizes for best cos­ tume. Tickets arc available at the door! For more information, call Janet Adams at 852-0439 or Rachel Curtis at 852-9271. f Looking for a "N PRINTER?] Call... <945-9554J NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W98 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Huntington Bank, during regular working hours, starting at 9 a.m. on: Feb. 12th, 13th, 26th & 27th Any taxes received after Mar. 1, 1999 will be returned to the taxpayer as delinquent. Delinquent taxes can be paid with 4% penalty plus interest to Eaton County Treasurer. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog Licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and non-neutered/spayed dog is $12.00. Proof of up to date rabies vaccination is required. After Mar. 1,1999 licens­ es will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid other days at my home by appointment, or by U.S. Mail. Thank you. ROBERT D. HYVARINEN 8935 W. MT. HOPE HWY. VERMONTVILLE, Ml 49096 PHONE #517-566-8913 �The Maple Va»ey News. Nashville. Tuesday, February 16.1999 - Page 9 Ambulance fees to take a big leap by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Il will be necessary to in­ crease ambulance operation fees from $3,000 to $10,000 in the next year Trustee Steve Wheeler re­ ported to the Nashville Vil­ lage Council last Thursday. Wheeler said the other municipalities also would be contributing more. He said reasons were increased costs and that many bills are not being paid. Wheeler said that many insurance checks for reimbursement of ambu­ lance services are being made out to the policy holder and some of these people arc cashing the checks and spending the money themselves. "The thing is, if they don't have insurance or re­ gardless of money they might owe us, we cannot refuse service if they call for Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker to use his vacation time before March 31, in­ stead of by the end of the fiscal year. President Dennis Mapes said that he would look into the policy on the issue. Authorized a temporary dumpster to be placed at 104 an ambulance," he said. In other business the Middle St. for the removal of cardboard at a house. The dumpster can be used for council: * Put on hold a request by five to seven days, council decided. PRIDE Club enjoys Battle Creek By Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer More than 100 Maple Val­ ley seventh and eighth grade students spent last Thursday at the YMCA in Battle Creek, playing sports and enjoying themselves. The students belonged to the PR.I.DE. Club, an incentive program at the school. The PR.I.D E. Club stands for Personal Responsibility In Daily Effort, and serves as a way to reward those stu­ dents for good behavior, and good academic standing. “We started the program about five years ago,” said Principal Todd Gonscr. “We wanted to do something to promote better behavior, and personal responsibility in the classrooms in junior high students.” Students admitted into the club are based upon things such as low numbers of de­ tentions, tardiness, discipli- nary action, and missing as­ signments. The club is bro­ ken three parts, the first nine weeks, and the two semes­ ters. Gonscr said 112 students of a total of 271 met the re­ quirements for the trip. Stu­ dents who traveled to Battle Creek to the YMCA, had the chance to participate in bas­ ketball, volleyball and floor hockey games, among other activities. They capped the day off by going out to eat. “It’s a very successful pro­ gram,” said Gonscr. “We usually always have over 100 kids participating. For the second semester, we have trip to Cedar Point. That one always get their attention.” Seventh Grade Patrick Andrews, Michael Bartlett, Patrick Buckcr, Kathryn Carney, Donna Cripe, Penny Curtis, Jeffery Diamond, Joel Drallette, Nick Ewing, Megan Garvey, NOTICE Castleton Township will accept bids for the nor­ mal maintenance of the township’s cemeteries which includes Hosmer, Warner/Stoney Point and Barryville and the township hall property. The bid will be for one year April 1, 1999 to March 31, 2000. The contractor will furnish all equipment and fuel and provide proof of insurance. Specifications may be obtained from the town­ ship office by calling 517 852-9479 or by contact­ ing the Clerk at 517-852-9479 or 517-852-9193. Bids must be received no later than 5 p.m. March 3, 1999. The Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Submit bids to: Castleton Township Clerk 915 Reed St. P.O. Box 679 Nashville, Michigan 49073 cobs Elisha Gibson, William Hager, Jamie Hayes, Mellissa Jewell, Stephanie Joostbems, Caitlin King, Chris Kitchen. Hilary Krolik, Jonathan Lentz, Kristina McCallum,, Heidi McCrimmon, Kyle Musser, Christi O’Dell, Ben Owens, Glenn Powers, Mea­ gan Putnam, Becky Reid, Derek Ripley, Chayla Rob­ les, Nicole Rucinski, Daniel Scaly, Ben Smith, Valeric Smith, Amber Tcrberg, An­ drew Thomason, Ty Vanalstine, Muriel’Wieland, Brett Williams, Kelly Wilson, Laci Wolever, Cortncc Wyskowski. Eighth Grade Owen Blakely, Rachel Brandenburg, Matthew Brumm, Rebecca Bumford, Nick Burpee, Jason Camp­ bell, Nathan Carney, Katie Clark, Holly Clouse, Kendrick Coplin, Garry Cousins, Jessica Cowell, Chad Croff, Danny Davis, Brenda Dayton. Jonathan Denton, Emily Doyle, Rachelle Drallette, Jennifer Dunn, Kari Emer­ ick, Austin Fassctt, Eliza­ beth Favre, Holly Forest, Eva Gilbert, Ashley Gordeneer, Jennifer Grant, Jessie Grant, Josh Grassman, Ryan Grider, Stacey Hamilton, Andrew Kenyon, Jarrard Klapko, Britt Leonard, Eliz­ abeth Lincoln, Jessica Mans­ field, Samantha Mater. Shaina May, Mindy McK­ elvey, Collin McLean, Nicole McMillon, Tim Miller, Beth Mulvany, Aubrey Murphy, Nicklaus Newton, Melissa Nisse, Sarah Perry, Jennie Pcttengill, Meaghan Pierce, Karla Rasey, Dawn Rhoades, Krystal Root, Kaylenc Rut­ ledge, Brandon Schantz. Drik Schantz, Amanda Scramlin, Michelle Silsbee, Joseph Slawinski, Michael Sleeper, Cameron Smith, Kate Spears, Micah Tobias, Bricann Treloar, Cassie Turner, Zachary Voice, Cydney West, Richard Wilson. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Business Services GETTING MARRIED? Will perform your wedding ceremony; Ordained Minister, 517-267­ 1902._____________________ water tower. The council had previously wanted E911 to pay for the building, but Wheeler, who met with representatives, said he felt that if the village did not construct the building, the project might be in jeop­ ardy. The antenna would make a clearer reception for police and emergency radios in the area. Trustee Frank Dunham tried to win support for holding E-911 responsible for the maintenance of die building, but was unsuc­ cessful. He cited wind dam­ age or vandalism, and said, "There is always the unfore­ seen." Dunham voted against the motion. • Discussed the issue of ownership of the Maple Syrup Association building with representatives from die association. Both panics are not sure if the other owns the building. The vil­ lage owns the land it sits on, Mapes said. CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING February 3, 1999 Meeting called to order at 7 pm by Clerk L Wilson. All board members were pre­ sent except J. Cooley. Z Mead, Commissioner J. Mackenzie, Community Policing Officer were also present Approved minutes from the January 6, 1999 meeting. Approved the treasurer's re­ port. Approved paying the bills in the amount of $6258.41. Committee reports were given Appointed Board of Review members Voted to bid cemetery and township hall maintenance con­ tract. Voted to bid the insurance coverage for the township. Voted to keep wages at the current level Correspondence was read There was no public com­ ment Meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m Loma L Wilson. Clerk Attested to by J Cooley. Supervisor (101) FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY FEDERAL INSURANCE ADMINISTRATION Proposed Flood Elevation Determinations AGENCY: Federal Emergency Management Agency ACTION: Proposed rule; correction. SUMMARY: This notice revises the proposed determinations of modified base (1 % annual chance) flood ele­ vations published for the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, in the Mabie Valiev News on March 23, 1998, and March 31, 1998, and hence supersede those previously published proposed modified base flood elevations for the flooding source listed below. Technical information or comments are solicited on the proposed modified base flood elevations for selected locations the Village of Nashville. These base flood elevations are the basis for the flood­ plain management measures that the community is required to either adopt or show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). DATES: The period for comment will be ninety (90) days following the second publication of this pro­ posed rule correction is a newspaper of local circulation in the community. ADDRESSES: Study and maps showing the proposed modified base flood elevations and their delineation are available for review at the Nashville Village Office, 206 North Main, Nashville, Michigan. Send comments to: Mr. Dennis Mapes Nashville Village President 206 North Main Nashville, Michigan 49073 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Matthew B. Miller, P.E., Chief Hazards Study Branch Mitigation Directorate Federal Emergency Management Agency Washington, DC 20472 (202) 646-2361 SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Emergency Management Agency gives notice of the proposed determinations of base (1% annual chance) flood elevations, in accordance with Section 110 of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 (Pub. L. 93-234), 87 Stat. 980, which added Section 1363 to the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (Title XIII of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (Pub. L. 90-448)), 42 U.S.C. 4001-4128, and 44 CFR 67.4(a). These elevations, together with the floodplain management measures required by Section 60.3 of the program regulations, are the minimum that are required. They should not be construed to mean the community must change any existing ordinances that are more stringent in their floodplain man­ agement requirements. The community may at any time enact stricter requirements. The communi­ ty may at any time enact stricter requirements on its own, or pursuant to policies established by other Federal, State, or regional entities. These proposed elevations will also be used to calculate the appropriate flood insurance premium rates for the new buildings and their contents. Pursuant to the provisions of 5 USC 605(b), the Administrator, to whom authority has been del­ egated by the Director, Federal Emergency Management Agency, hereby certifies that the proposed flood elevation determinations, if promulgated, will not have a significant economic impact on a sub­ stantial number of small entities. A flood elevation determination under Section 1363 forms the basis for new local ordinances, which, if adopted by a local community, will govern future construction with­ in the floodplain area. The elevation determinations, however, impose no restriction unless and until the local community voluntarily adopts floodplain ordinances in accord with these elevations. Even if ordinances are adopted in compliance with Federal standards, the elevations prescribe how high to build in the floodplain and do not prohibit development. Thus, this action only forms the basis for future local actions. It imposes no new requirement; of itself it has no economic impact. Lessees and owners of real property in the Village of Nashville, are encouraged to review the preliminary Flood Insurance Study and Flood Insurance Rate Map available at the address cited above. Proposed modified base flood elevations along flood sources studied in detail are shown on the flood profiles in the study. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM.GL 0208 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 16, 1999 - Page 11 Freshmen eagers continue to win .*» * W W‘ ww w <W 's s?< sS?N '?< sS?N Iw S wiw}* '*i* CW’l! . JrsS »u st^v. Hie freshman basketball team improved to 11-1 with two more wins last week against Leslie and Bellevue. Maple Valley's hoopsters ousted Leslie Feb. 5 61-35 and followed that effort with a 57-39 win Feb. 9 versus Bellevue. Jeremy Wiser and Darin Thrun each scored 12 points in the Leslie game and Devin Phenix added 10. Nick Jones dished out 5 assists, Jacob Skelton pulled down 9 rebounds, John Terberg collected 7 caroms and Phenix also had J?’<s. *5S»?*x * ’•*•***32 ’**32 A ! •*• ?*»*& •*>i( S .te>T »»t, *«6 ’Mi rf Wjfi ■*» >2!‘*««m ■ K E taX?**t It* ■ ■a. *•>» Lions fall in hoops Paul Baird scored 11 points and Scott VanEngen added 9 markers in Maple Valley's 62-36 SMAA varsity defeat to Dansville Friday night at Maple Valley High School. The Lions fell behind after one quarter, 30-10, and were never able to catch up. Dansville led 38-16 at the half and 56-32 after three quarters. Maple Valley, however, did win the junior varsity contest, 55-53. The Lions will travel to Lansing Christian Tuesday (Feb. 16) and host Olivet Friday (Feb. 19). —’" a Hit ***ns(^ . UEU HE am m • •• ■•* KltMiR ■« IK««,S ■■ <3 ■» HV* O0V EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Gonser tallied 18 points again to top the squad in die scoring column. The next M.V. triumph Gonser again scored 18 in a 36-10 victory against Lansing Christian. Gonser nailed a couple of threepointers in that contest. In the runner-up game, the Lions met up with Olivet again and this time won, 35-31. Olivet led at half 15-11, but Maple Valley did not quit and took it to the Eagles in the second half. Gonser had 23 points and Michael James added 5. The fifth grade eagers ended the season at 6-5 overall. Jeff Rhoades, at 140, pins a Bronco foe to the mat in recent action at Maple Valley High School. (Photo provided) Four Maple Valley wrestlers won twice in matches against Ionia and Wrestlers win titles at league finale It was Maple Valley third, Leslie second and Olivet first at the SMAA wrestling tournament Saturday at Dansville High School. Randy Silsbee (135), Jeff Rhoades (140) and Chris Dunham (152) all collected first places in their respected weight classes for the Lions. Silsbee won by a pin in 4:32, Rhoades had a pin in 2:37 and Dunham's pin took 1:37. Jon Kenyon (130), Jamie Davis (215) and Andy Adams (heavyweight) came Nashville man sentenced for stealing video camera Jeremy Mix, 18, of Nashville, earlier this month was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court to 30 days in jail with credit for one day served, two years on probation and three months on a tether after his release from jail for his conviction of attempted larceny in a building. Mix was charged after he stole a Panasonic video cam­ era from is uncle over the Thanksgiving holiday while visiting his uncle's Assyria Township home Nov. 29. Mix then gave the camera, worth $700, to a friend who later sold the item to Second Hand Corners in Nashville for $100. "Mr. Mix is someone I don't think you want to have over for dinner," said assis­ tant Prosecuting Attorney Amy Kuzava. "It appears from discussions with his teachers that he has the ca­ pability to be successful, he is an 'A' student when he chooses to show up there. He needs to have a wake-up call." Mix's attorney, Mark Doster, said Mix was ex­ pelled from school for set­ ting fire to a towel rack. "So, he was totally ex­ pelled and labeled as a goodfor-nothing," said Doster, "and put in a facility with a bunch ofjuvenile offenders." "I'll admit it's a problem for a school when a student sets a fire inside a school building," said Circuit Judge James Fisher. Mix apologized to his family in court Thursday. "I've hurt a lot of people," he said. "I think this court needs to help me get straightened out so I can be a positive member of society." "I can't hold your hand," said Fisher. "You're going to have to live by the same rules as the rest of us." away with second places. Kenyon lost by a fall in die championship round as did Davis and Adams. Chad Spears (160) was the seventh M.V. wrestler to medal, placing third. Spears won a 5-4 decision in the consolations. For the season, Silsbee is 31-11, Dunham 31-3, Rhoades 23-7, Davis 22-13, Adams 20-10 and Kenyon 19-15. St. Johns last Wednesday at St. Johns High School. The Lions lost to die host team 6-24 and to Ionia 48­ 42, but netted some impressive individual wins. Winners versus Ionia were Jon Kenyon (6-4 decision), Randy Silsbee (void), Jeff Rhoades (7-0 decision), Chris Dunham (4:35 pin), Jamie Davis (1:34 pin) and Andy Adams (1:08 pin). Posting victories versus St. Johns were Silsbee (void), Rhoades (49 second pin), Dunham (5:00 pin) and Davis (1:40 pin). 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Blane & Sharon White | At... 1 | j| Opera House in Vermontville | Saturday, February 20, 1999 I I Vermontville Hardware | J Where gift certificates are available Records for Maple Valley wrestlers for the season include Kenyon at 18-4, Rhoades at 20-7, Davis at 21-12, Silsbee at 28-10, Dunham at 29-3 and Adams at 18-9. MV spikers fall to Olivet Maple Valley's varsity volleyball team dropped a 15-5, 15-5 match to Olivet in SMAA action last Wednesday at Olivet. The Lady Lions were led by the hitting of Leslie Grant. Grant managed 4 kills and 4 blocks. T-Bone steak Sirloin Steak Butterfly 13.75 Oz. Post Parkay waffle Crisp 49« Shredded Cheese, From Chuck ork Chops 1* Quarters Yoder’s 8 Oz., Fancy Milk Dansville High School. Boneless eef Sizzlers Gal., Bareman’s Vitamin D Andy Adams also came away with weekly wins over St. Johns and Ionia in action at St. Johns High School. (Sec related story) The regular season concluded last Saturday with the SMAA Conference Tournament that was held at USDA Choice From Sirloin PARKAY Bellevue and Saranac traveled to Maple Valley High School for die final home meet of the Lions wrestling season. Jon Kenyon had pins in both of his matches as did his M.V. teammates Randy Silsbee and Jeff Rhoades. Chad Spears went 2-0 with a pin and a void as did Brian Swan. Chris Dunham and Jamie Davis also went 2-0, each prevailing with two voids. Kenyon, Silsbee, Rhoades, Dunham, Spears, Isaac Franco, Davis and CORNF FLAKES 5* Bag, Idaho 18 Oz. Kellogg’s 13.5 Oz. Post Corn Flakes Blueberry Morning 1# Dole Classic oes und Beef Roma nlad Mix Tomato CLASSIC BLEND SA| All 2 Liter Pepsi Products IGA Vermontville Grocery Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-FrL; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-02-23.pdf 10c3a1c36eca918fe0bc667ac4fc1233 PDF Text Text BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID Ha»aa<s. Ml 49058 __ Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 8/February 23, 1999 'Oklahoma!’ to be performed next month in Vermontville by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer " Oklahoma!" is coming to the Vermontville Opera House early next month and Director Bill Reynolds said that the musical holds many new faces and will have fun new twists on some of the dances performed. "Oklahoma!" is a musical based on tlie play, "Green Grow the Lilacs," by Lynn Riggs. The music is by Richard Rogers, and the book and lyrics are by Oscar Hammerstein II. "This is a really exciting show," said Reynolds. "It is quite a different show from our last year's selection. It is kind of a back to basics show. There are a lot of fun dances, such as tlie bucket dance, and great singing." Reynolds said the Ver­ montville Revue is continu­ ing to grow in new patrons subscription and business advertisements. The Opera House is also getting a fresh new coat of paint and the floors have recently been re­ finished, he said. "A ramp is being built to assist those having a diffi­ cult time in climbing the stairs," said Reynolds. Cast and crew members include Pat Hansen, Kim­ berly Kmall, Bill Mason, Rob Brummler, Kyle Cur­ tiss, Carol Satterly, Patty Retzer, Becky Guernsey, Leslie Guernsey, Herb Kirchhoff, Karen Kirchhoff, Bill Kelsey, Marian Kelsey, Pam Hunt, Heather Hunt, Don Blakely, Lynn Blakely, Tami Mason, Don Pierce, Bill Reynolds, Wendy St. Laurent, Don Kasey, Travis Graham, Stan Graham, Marabeth Graham, Doug Acker, Al Lentz, Betsy Parish, Amy Parish, Gwen McDougal, Laura Trumble, Sara Trumble, Megan Gaber Andrew Gaber, Andrew Burns, Tara Gordenski, Katelyn Wilson, Nate Blakely, and Nancy Moore. Show times will be March 5, 6,12 and 13 at 7 p.m., and March 7,13 and 14, at 2 p.m. Cost is adults $8, senior citizens $7, and See Oklahoma, pg. 2 "At the box social," a scene in the musical Oklahoma! Cast of Oklahoma! practices the bucket dance. Women in the cast gather around the piano to sing and practice songs from the upcoming musical Oklahoma! coming in March to the Vermontville Opera House. Exchange student from Peru visits Vermontville Sandra Pinto from Lima, Peru, has been with the Bill Mason family in Ver­ montville since Jan. 8. Her trip was made possi­ ble by the Lions Interna­ tional Youth Exchange. She is 16 years old with two younger brothers at home. Her mother is a psy­ chologist and her father is a divorce lawyer. She lives in an apartment building with her family in Lima, which is the capital of Peru with a population of about seven million. When she is at home, she enjoys going to the movies with her friends and playing the guitar. She received this trip to Michigan from her parents for Christmas through she has been to the U.S. on several other occa­ sions, including New York, Miami and Chicago, where she has relatives. Pinto has studied English since she started school at age 7. Her favorite subjects now include chemistry, his­ tory and algebra. She is looking forward to starting school March 15 when she returns home. After a nerve-wracking start to her trip when her plane was 45 minutes early and Masons had not been notified and were not there to meet her yet, she began to enjoy herself after coming “home to Vermontville.” She went snowmobiling, ice skating, visited the state cap­ ital and the museum, Maple Valley High School, Kellogg Cereal City USA, MSU, and went shopping at all of the area malls. But her favorite trip, was .to Frankenmuth, Sandra Pinto presents Russ Laverty, Lions Presi­ dent, with a pin and banner of her sponsoring club in San Antonio, Lima, Peru. where she met up with sev­ eral other young ladies from Peru who were her own age. Pinto’s favorite food while here and at home is pizza and hot dogs. She stated that the hot dogs did taste different here and were better tasting at home. She thought that people in the USA were friendly and she got alone well with thd Ma­ sons. See exchange student, pg. 2 In This Issue • It’s sap boiling time again in the ‘Valley’ • Scholastic Book Fair set for March 8-11 • Vermontville Girl Scouts enjoy ‘Me and My Guy’ Banquet • Lion eagers tangle with Eagles �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. February 23, 1999 - Page 2 Lions hear about Israel The Nashville Lions Club met for its monthly fel­ lowship dinner Monday, Feb. 15, at the United Methodist Church. Ladies from the church prepared the meal. After saying the pledge of allegiance the Lions were led in singing and prayer by James Hynes. Don and Ester Martin, from the Vermontville American Legion, were pre­ sent to talk to the Nashville Lions about the Maple Syrup Festival. The Ameri- can Legion and the Lions Club work together at festi­ val time creating pancake meals in the American Le­ gion building. The Martins reminded the Lions mem­ bers the need for workers to help serve the hungry festi­ val customers. Lions Jim and Bernie Hynes and Lion Jim Sher­ man were in Israel for nine days. They presented slides taken while in Israel and shared some interesting comments about the trip. Oklahoma!, continued from front page Don and Ester Martin also had just recently returned from a trip to Israel. They also shared some oftheir ex­ periences. Picture albums and some artifacts also were displayed. Nashville Lions are pro­ viding workers to sell tick­ ets, and other services at the final Maple Valley Home Basketball game. The Lions next business meeting will be Monday, March I, at 7 p.m. For Sale Auto Exchange student,from front page Bill said, “Sandra is the quietest girl that I have ever had, but a real demon when she plays cards.” The exchange student left Vermontville Feb. 16 for Chicago, where she is stay­ ing with her aunt and uncle and 5-year-old cousin she has not seen since he was six months old. Then it’s on for a quick trip to Florida, visiting another aunt and she will ar­ rive home on March 1. Even though the adverse weather in January limited their travel sometimes, Pinto said she had a good time with the Mason family and was sorry to leave them. 1976 F-250 Four-wheel drive, good body. Runs good. $1,500. 517-566-8713. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL SERVICES. First consultation Cast members sing "Many a new day." Director Bill Reynolds promises a "really exciting show full of new faces." free, fees fully explained in ad­ vance, call 616-945-3512 for appointment. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. Save money with our multbpolicy discount! hen you insure your car and home or mobile home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money with their multi-policy discount! Mature policyholders can earn even greater saving;. Contact This poor man is threatened with marriage, "Oklahoma! style." our agency today! children under 12, $5. Reynolds wants to remind patron members to call and reserve seats. For advance tickets call (616) 367-4455. Tickets also may be pur­ chased at the door. ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business ThtNc Prob^rnf^opPg^1 Hurray! Vacation March 1-15 For Sale TRI MBLE AGENCY DIANA’S PLACE hard maple, cherry, ash. Cut, split, delivered. $40 face cord plus tax. Minimun 2 face cord. No Sunday sales. Call Kent 517-852-1864 FOR SALE Dry 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 The place to goforprofessional styling Diana Kuempel - Owner 852-9481 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 am. Evening Worship..... ..........6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....................... 7 p.m. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ................ 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................. 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ot M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School........ Worship Service ..... ..930 a.m. ... 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............11 a.m. Church School ................. .10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School ...... Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ P.M. Worship........... Wednesday Evening: Worship ................. .9:45 am . .11 a.m. .6 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER .7 p.m. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service. Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ot M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class .. .10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening........... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship .9:30 a.m. C.hildren’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.............................. 11:15 P.M. Service..................................... 6 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship ............. ... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship... ............ 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School........................... 9:45 A.M. Service.......................... 11a.m. P.M. Service.................................... 7 Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service....... Sunday School......... :45 a.m. 1:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 M-79 West 10 a.m. 11 a.m. S.unday Schoo Worship.......... . PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .................9 a.m" (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer....................... 9am (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at ail services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew s is a part ot the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Servic 7 p.m. AWAN .......... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service .................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East. Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 23, 1999 - Page 3 Sixth-graders ‘racing’ through Latin America by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer It's a race against time for Patti Braun's sixth grade students at Maplewood. Students have formed teams to "race" each other through projects that have to do with Latin America. Students in teams of six started al Texas and were given a workbook on pro­ jects and lessons on each Central American and Latin American country all the way down to Chile, the. fi­ nal destination. Hie projects involve the different aspects of geography and culture and economics and history of a given country. Student Adam Moody has made wood carvings and Adam Moody shows his wood carving and model pyramid he made for an ongoing Latin American project. 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Basic requirements will include a minimum of 50 years of age and be a resi­ dent of Eaton County, a business owner in Eaton County or being involved with the Eaton Community in some way or working within the county. Class size will be limited to 30. Anyone age 50 or older who wishes to partici­ pate in the academy may go to the Eaton County Sher­ iff’s Department in Charlotte to fill out an application to attend the citizens academy, no later than March 12. First Foundation grants are available to Eaton Co. groups The Eaton County Com­ munity Foundation is now able financially to offer grants for the first time to Eaton County community groups. , Grants up to $450 will be awarded in humanities, edu­ cation, environment, health care, human services and public benefit. The Eaton County Com­ munity Foundation is a pub­ lic charity made up of a col­ lection of permanently en­ dowed funds. Earned income from the funds allows the foundation to make grants to benefit the citizens of Eaton County. To receive a copy of the grant guidelines, call Mona Ellard at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. Deadline for the grant application is April 1 • Students at Maplewood in Patti Braun's class stand in front of the map which shows what country each team is currently studying. pyramid replicas for his team's project. Each team receives points for effort and thoroughness. "Right now we are all past Mexico, but my team is ahead of the others," said Moody. "Some groups are in the West Indies and some groups are in Central Amer­ ica. We get these sheets that we have to fill out on each country, and topics of stuff to do. My team is called the Warriors, and if we keep it up we are.going to win." 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Located at the edge of Nashville Village limits. Call Nyle " (VL-57) 10 ACRES - Perked & surveyed. Some trees, good *"walk-out building sites. Potential for pond, lots ofwild life. Call Nyle. 1.5 ACRES - Surveyed, driveway permit, nat. gas available. Call Nyle 3.9 ACRES - Wooded on private road, contract terms possible. Call Nyle (VL56) (VL-45) (VL-38) (VL-27) 2.5 ACRES - Some trees, natural gas available. Call Nyle 4 ACRES - Water front, wooded, private road. Call Nyle (VL-31) NEW LISTING: ON 8 ACRES IN COUNTRY MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS 3 bedroom farm house with 40x60 bam which has inside exercise & riding arena. Possession at close. Call Homer more details. (CH-58) �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, February 23. 1999 - Page 4 Alternative ed students create gifts from pottery Local Citizens S»peak Out on Issues Police vehicle requests raises many questions by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley Alternative Education students spent time last week at Creative Juices Pottery Studio in Hastings, creating one of a kind gifts for art class. The studio allows cus­ tomers to hand paint pieces of pottery, ranging from jewelry boxes to candle holders. The studio then fires the pieces in the kiln and returns them to (lie pa­ trons. Art teacher Cindy Grant said, "The kids had a good time. They really liked be­ ing able to go somewhere for the art project. I took FROM OUR READERS going to be the only cost in­ livery has already been volved with having a motor­ made. Did any ofthe council The article in the Feb. 16 cycle at the police depart­ know this motorcycle was issue of the Maple Valley coming? Did the council ap­ News titled “Nashville fi­ ment? prove the signing of a lease What about the actual nally buys new police car” cost of insurance? Does any­ agreement? Did the chief raises some questions to this one really know what this sign the agreement without reader. will be, as an actual figure council approval? If so, is If I read this correctly, the Village Council has pur­ has not been produced? Will the contract legal? Just a few more unanchased a new fully equipped there be the need for any ad­ police car without first set­ ditional equipment for the swered questions! The approved 1999 bud­ officers to safely ride this tling the issue of whether or motorcycle, such as leather get to operate the police de­ not to keep the old (1996) car as a back-up unit. If the. jackets, pants, boots, gloves, partment is $153,658. Will council decides not to keep’ etc.? They will most cer­ this really cover all ex­ tainly need helmets. Will the penses? Actual cost to oper­ the old car, what will they do portable radios they have be ate the police department in with the equipment from this sufficient when they are pa­ 1997 was $112,032. The car? Was the option ever 1999 budget represents a 37 presented to simply purchase trolling, or will a new radio a new car and transfer the have to be purchased? Will percent increase in just two equipment over to it, as the they be able to hear their ra­ years. What might we expect police department has' done dios through the helmets, or the 2000 budget to look like? Maybe the council many times in the past? I will the helmets have to be have heard this could have equipped specially for this? should look at contracting saved approximately $5,000 Will the motorcycle need with someone for our police over the cost of a new fully any painting or decals put on coverage, only this time equipped car. Was the equip­ it? Will it require any main­ when seeking a proposal try ment on the old car outdated tenance throughout the year, to compare “apples to ap­ or insufficient, or did the po­ if so, where will this be ples.” 1 have to agree with a lice chief just not present done, and how much will it cost? statement made by council­ this option to the council? The bottom line is, what man Carroll Wolff at a previ­ As far as the police chief presenting the council with a will having two police cars ous meeting. The council is and a motorcycle at the po­ not acting on issues, they are proposal to contract services with Barry County Sheriff’s lice department really cost simply reacting. Please attend the next Department (the paper stated the taxpayers of Nashville, central dispatch, I believe it and are the taxpayers willing public council meeting at the to spend this kind ofmoney, Village Council chambers was the Sheriff’s Dept.), what kind of tactic was this? just for better public rela­ on Thursday, Feb. 25, at 7 Did anyone from the council tions and to make appear­ p.m. ances in parades? Thank you, request this information? 1 understand the motor­ Larry Decker, Did anyone from the council cycle is currently in the po­ Nashville even review the proposal? What type of services were lice department garage, deoffered for $228,598.00? Is everyone aware that we are part of Barry County and they already provide some coverage for $ Nashville? Would we be get­ ting 24-hour seven-day cov­ CHERYL PIERCE Owner erage- for this? And are we 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI getting it now? Does Nash­ 517-852-2377 ville (sometimes referred to Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children by some of the police force as Mayberry RFD) even A THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE * A need this type of coverage? Y POWER AND PLANT ESSENCES. O How did we ever get along when Gene (Koetje) operated the police depart­ ment with one car and part­ CONSOLIDATION MORTGAGE time help? I would like to Construction believe just as well, if not New Home better than we are now, and First Time Buyers most certainly with a much Refinancing smaller budget. Whatever your mortgage needs! Another issue that needs Poor credit, bankruptcy, foreclosures! some questioning is the need Are no problem! No application fees! for a new motorcycle. I’ll Please call with any questions. agree, $300 a year to lease Laura Pierson (616) 948-2676 this motorcycle sounds like a Evening & Weekend Calls Welcomed great deal. However, is this To the editor: Heather Dockten (left) and Brandon Misner hold the small boxes they painted and designed. seven kids at a time, and the pottery came out really nice. They picked their own de­ signs and colors and had a time limit of one hour in die studio." Students painted tiny clay boxes and otlier pieces. The project is an ongoing part of the study of Native Ameri­ can art, said Grant. "We are going to continue blending the study of art and also culture," said Grant. "We will soon be studying sand art, and bead looming and we are hoping to be making our own looms also. Another art project we have coming up is making dream catchers — that's go­ ing to be really neat." Teresa Gordon (left) and Milinda Dawson hold the candle holders they made recently at Creative Juices in Hastings for an art project. I $ CHERYL’S 1 HAIR SHOP A Oj p ✓ Open an account with just $50.00. After that there’s No Minimum Balance required. This means more money available to you! 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Kenneth was bom in West Coal, Kentucky, the son of Curtis and Mallie (Morgan) Patrick and had been an Eaton County resident for 48 years coming from Kentucky. He had been employed by the Fisher Body Division of General Motors, retiring in 1991 after 32 years of service. He attended the Chester Gospel Church and enjoyed writing poetry, painting, fishing and playing his mandolin. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Patrick is survived by his wife of 43 years, Carol Ann (Eaton) Patrick; one daughter, Earlene Jo (Terry) King of Vermontville; two sons, Kenneth Allen (Andrea) Patrick and Curtis Lloyd (Shawn) Patrick both of Charlotte; six grandchildren, Melissa Ranae Mannor, Travis Melvin, Eric King, Caitlin King, Jesse James Ray Patrick and Sean Matthew Patrick and one brother, Charles (Thelma) Patrick ofNashville. Funeral Services for Mr. Patrick were held Friday, February 19, 1999 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte. Pastor Marc Livingston and Pastor Duane Royston officiated. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Navajo Gospel Missions (Ameritribes Missions), Farmington, New Mexico. SUNFIELD Mrs. Northrup went to join her loving husband Richard of 45 years Saturday, February 20, 1999 when she passed away at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing at the age of 63. She was bom July 16, 1935 in Ionia, the daughter of Foster and Viola (Sprague) Lake. Mrs. Northrup married Richard O. Northrup on January 2, 1954. She was employed at Mapes Furniture Store for several years, and most recently at the River Inn Adult Foster Care in Sunfield. She was preceded in JEFF WEILER Gladys E. Albert Kienutske of Nashville, Betty Spaur of Charleston, West Virginia, Lonnie Kienutske of Jackson, Kathy Russell of Bellevue, Sandy Luzader of Martins Ferry, Ohio, Ginny Vessels of Shady Side, Ohio, Millie Wells of Charlotte, Lorraine Palmer of Hastings, LaVem Decker of Burlington, Rose McMeen of Vermontville, Ruth Decker of Union City; many grandchildren & great grandchildren; one sister, Thelma Fassett of Nashville. Funeral Services for Mr. Decker were held Saturday, February 20, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Reverend Susan Trowbridge officiated. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made to the Cancer Society, Lions Club International, or the Ronald McDonald House. Misted NASHVILLE Mrs. Gladys E. Histed, age 85, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, February 18, 1999 at her home. She was bom October 15, 1913 in Trout Lake, Michigan, the daughter of Robert and Elizabeth Gibson. She attended school in Trout Lake and married William Histed on September 1, 1940 in Trout Lake and he passed away February 1, 1969. Mrs. Histed was a homemaker, she enjoyed taking walks with her son, Albert, going to the Good Time Pizza, visiting people and yard sales. She was a member of the Nashville VFW Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by her son,'Billy; granddaughter, Dorothy Mae Fletcher; sister, Luella Reynolds; brothers, Robert Gibson, Russell Gibson, and Gene Gibson. Mrs. Histed is survived by her son, Albert Histed of Nashville; daughter, Elizabeth Fletcher of Nashville; granddaughters, Britton Fletcher, Debra Thomas, and LaRay; grandson, Tom Fletcher; sisters, Betty Lumadue of Fenton and Dorothy Gibson of Marrow, Wisconsin, four great grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mrs. Histed were held Monday, February 22, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel. Memorials may be made to the family. Funeral Services for Mrs. Northrup will be held Thursday, February 25, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. at the North Plains Community Church, on 4022 Olmstead Road, Ionia with Reverend Robert Jourdan officiating. The family will receive their friends on Tuesday and Wednesday from 6:00­ 8:00 p.m. at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel, Sunfield. For those wishing, contributions may be made in care of the family in memory of Mrs. Betty M. Northrup. Multi Million Dollar Producer ...Lifelong Resident Specializing in Maple Valley Properties... Sterling Society Award Winner Servicing Buyers & Sellers 24 Hour Voice Mail 726-0877 Residence NEW LISTINGS - WILL SELL QUICKLY LAWRENCE HWY. Prime Country Home Sites PARCEL A Hubert L. Decker VERMONTVILLE Mr. Hubert L. Decker, age 77, of Vermontville, passed away Wednesday, February 17, 1999 at his home. He ws bom in Nashville on October 30, 1921, the son of Clayton & Bessie (Hynes) Decker. He graduated from Nashville High School in 1940 and married Dorothy Baker in 1959 and she passed away in 1971. He married Leona St. Johns in 1975. Mr. Decker farmed and retired from Hastings Manufacturing Company after 33 years of service. He enjoyed working around the house and bird watching. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Swift Schaibly. Mr. Decker is survived by his wife, Leona; children, Barbara Ann Patrone of Bellaire, Ohio, death by her husband, Richard; both her parents, Foster and Viola; brothers, Austin, John B. and Foster Jr.; sister, Pauline; son-in­ law, Jack L. 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Nashville, Tuesday, February 23, 1999 - Page 6 It’s sap boiling time once again in the ‘valley!’ Dale White, age 5, gets a special treat- maple syrup as fresh as it gets. His mother, secretary and treasurer of the association helps him pour it into the sample cup. The maple syrup season starts with a boom as rolling steam from the boiling sap pours out of the Nashville Syrup Association building. by Shawna Hubbath Staff Writer Blair Hawblitz stands next to maple syrup containers soon to be filled. DEBT OVERLOAD? BANKRUPTCY? SELF-EMPLOYED? PMC Mortgage Company provides innovative financing solutions with the equity in your home. Our Experts Listen To Your Needs ... 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"It's a little of an early start this year," said Haw­ blitz. "It all just depends on the weather." Nashville Syrup Associa­ tion Secretary and Treasurer Bonnie White said that cool nights and warmer days aid in making the syrup. "When the sugar content goes down later in die sea­ son, it takes too long to boil down. Last year we tapped until the end of March. When it's ready, it's ready, and when it's done, it's done," she said with a smile. White said (hat die alter­ native education students have been doing a great job collecting sap. They took over die responsibility from the Boy Scouts who have done it in previous years, but have disbanded recendy. "We were worried about who would do it and no one volunteered. We hope they (alternative ed students) can continue ifeverything keeps going so well." Volunteers Karl Pufpaff checks the consistency of the boiling sap, as John Moore looks on. 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In the fourth quarter of 1998, Spar­ tan Motors reported net in­ come of$942,000, or 8 cents per share, on record net sales of $71.0 million, compared with a net loss of $ 11.3 mil­ lion, or $0.91 per share, on net sales of $55.4 million in the 1997 fourth-quarter. Spartan said its core chassis business and Emer­ gency Vehicle Team (EVTeam) operations con­ tributed net earnings of approximately 61 cents per share in 1998, including 16 cents per share in the fourth quarter. Improved operating performance at Spartan Mochassis tors’ operation helped offset losses by the company’s Carpenter Indus­ tries affiliate. Carpenter con­ tributed an equity in loss of 33 cents per share in 1998, including 7 cents per share in the fourth quarter, com­ pared with an equity in loss of $ 1.24 per share in 1997, of which 86 cents per share came in the year-ago fourth quarter. Spartan Motors said sales increased 42.9 percent in 1998, to a record $255.3 million, versus $178.6 million in 1997. Spartan attrib­ uted the increase to strong sales in its core chassis business and the addition ofsales from its new EVTeam sub­ sidiaries, acquired during the past 16 months. The 1998 consolidated figures also include partial fourth-quarter results of Carpenter Industries, the Richmond, Ind.based school-bus builder. “We finished the year on a strong note, with our fourth quarter building on the solid performance we posted in the third-quarter,” said John Sztykiel, president and chief operating officer of Spartan Motors. “The last half of 1998 provided us with strong momentum that we are carrying into the first quarter of 1999. Strong global demand for valueadded custom chassis and heavy-duty vehicles fueled our progress in 1998. Sales of Spartan Motors motorhome chassis increased more than 36 percent over the previous year, building on double-digit growth in the overall Class “A” RV market. Our EVTeam opera­ tions — Road Rescue, Lu­ verne Fire Apparatus and Quality Manufacturing contributed $51.9 million in sales in 1998. Additionally, our transit bus operations showed solid growth in 1998, as did our niche of specialty vehicle chassis.” Spartan Motors said the improvements helped offset a modest sales decline in fire truck chassis and lower sales at Carpenter. Spartan said both segments are expected to grow in 1999, led by stronger fire truck chassis sales. Backlog for all prod- ucts rose by nearly a third to more than $120.7 million at year-end, versus $92.7 mil­ lion at the end of 1997. Sztykiel continued. “We are pleased, but not content, with our results in 1998. Though we made considerable progress on several fronts, we have only begun to tap the earnings potential of our operations. We expect continued sales growth will contribute contribute to to earnings growth, but we are also fo­ cused on improving quality, increasing productivity and integrating acquisitions in order to sustain the profit momentum we created in 1998. Additionally, new products and a focused sales effort are helping Spartan Motors’ operating units carry forward the sales growth begun last year.” In December, Spartan Motors introduced the new Summit Series motor home chassis, a line of entry-level diesel pusher chassis for the RV market. Designed to bridge the gap between pre­ mium diesel pushers and the gas-powered market, the Summit Series gives Spartan Motors the wide range of diesel-powered chassis in the market. Several motorhome original equipment manu­ facturers (OEMs) have placed prototype orders for the Summit Series chassis, which will debut on rnodelyear 2000 motorhomes be­ ginning in July 1999. Additionally, the three companies that comprise Spartan’s EVTeam hosted a first annual dealer meeting in the fourth quarter, draw­ ing more than 200 dealers, guests and factory represen­ tatives. Luverne Fire Appa­ ratus introduced two key new products at the four-day conference, which helped generate more than $6 mil­ lion in new orders for the EVTeam. Sztykiel concluded: “Our performance during the final six months of 199? established a momentum foi us that has continued into th< first quarter of 1999. Today we are in a solid position t< continue this momentun throughout 1999 and in th' future. The majority of th markets wp serve are on th- upswing, and we are focus­ ing on continued improve­ ment at every operating unit in the Spartan Motors fam­ ily.” Spartan Motors is a lead­ ing developer and manufac­ turer of custom chassis for fire trucks, recreational ve­ hicles, transit buses, school buses, and other specialty vehicles. 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There are 17 grandchildren. w t. « taxes feverfew 219 NORTH MAIN STREET 352-0345 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday 9 am to 4 pm Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 23, 1999 - Page 8 Scholastic Book Fair planned for March 8-11 The Maple Valley P.T.O. will sponsor a Scholastic Book Fair March 8-11 at Fuller Elementary School and March 9-10 at Kellogg Elementary. Students will be bringing fair will be Monday through Thursday, March 8-11, dur­ ing school hours and during family nights March 10 and 11 from 6 to 9 p.m. At Kellogg Elementary, the fair will be Tuesday and Wednesday, March 9-10, during school hours and dur­ ing family night March 11,6 to 9 p.m. Students and teachers will be able to make out wish lists. Families may pur­ chase items to keep and/or donate to classrooms. home information about the book fair and what is avail­ able to purchase, such as books, software and school supplies. Shirts will be avail­ able to purchase and order. At Fuller Elementary, the Girls' Varsity Basketball Coaching Position Available Maple Valley Schools Anyone Interested in being considered for this position should apply to Athletic Director Rick Arnett, Maple Valley Jr/Sr High School 11090 Nashville Highway Vermontville, Ml 49096 Olivet Gospel Singers entertain local students by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer 517-852-9275 The Maplewood students last Monday (Feb. 15) heard the songs of the Olivet Gospel Singers at the Vermontville Opera House. Students walked down to the show and were delighted to hear the group sing enlivened songs. The group of singers from Olivet College involved the students by getting a couple of them up on stage. They showed the children hand movements to go along many of the songs, and students seemed to enjoy releasing lots of pent-up winter energy to the beat of the songs. After the singing, the group answered questions and spoke to the students. AMERICAS CABINETMAKER Cabinets Guardian Fiberglass Insulation ‘ Vermontville Public Library celebrates fifty years Williams-Rousch Vicki Williams and Michael Roush are pleased to announce their engage­ ment. She is the daughter of Tom and Kelly Williams of Vermontville and Ken and Deb Osborne of Fowler. He is the son of Duane and Di­ ana Roush of Lansing. The bride-elect is a 1990 graduate of Fowler High School, a graduate of Lans­ ing Community College and is attending Spring Arbor College. She is employed by Celotex insulation .Conic home.to quality. Anderse ersen. <>P The Vermontville Public Library celebrates its 50th anniversary. Joining in the celebration are (front row from left) President Mary Fisher, Janet Valdick (trustee) and Shirley Harmon (treasurer). In the back row are Dotty McDougal (secretary), Katie Sharpe (director), Carla Rumsey (assistant librarian) and Madelyn Forest (trustee). Jim Mater (vice-president) is standing in back. 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State in Nashville . ... .....§...5...2...-..Q...A§t8.2A A V*A Michigan Department of Treasury, LPS 267(12-97) Formerly L-2216 TAX SALE NOTICE This notice is issued under authority ofM.C.L., Section 211.63, as amended. On May 4, 1999, the Barry Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO -Bank Paints Amanda Forest wishes the Vermontville Library a “Happy 50th Anniversary.” She is a fourth-grader at Kellogg and a regular at the library. The guest book is signed by 74 other library patrons. banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. County Treasurer will be selling delinquent real property tax liens on lands which have unpaid taxes for the year 1996. The sale will be held at the county seat in Hastings The property descriptions and total taxes to be offered at REPO: MUST SELLwill look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604.________________ the tax sale will be published for three weeks in the ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. on 3/4/99, 3/11/99, and 3/18/99 FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Horney l78Q0,-968’7376, Hastings Banner Copies ofthe tax sale publication may be obtained by contacting the newspaper shown above. Douglas B. Roberts State Treasurer �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 23,1999 - Page 9 Vermontville Girl Scouts enjoy “Me and My Guy” banquet Local Girl Scouts cele­ brated Valentines Day by at­ tending a Hawaiian Luau with their “Special Guys.” The girls made grass skirts and flowers for their hair during troop meetings. They also learned a few Hawaiian words and fun facts such as: “Mahald,” thank you; “Kane,” man; “Wahine,” woman; “ Keiki,” child;- and “Ghana,” means family; the state fish, Humuhumunukunukuappua Special guys dancing the hula with their special girls. and the State Bird - Nene goose. Entertainment was pro­ vided by the second grade Brownie Troop No. 313 per­ forming the Hukilau hula, Castleton Townshi.p will accept bids for the nqrtaught to them by Lani, mal maintenance of the township’s cemeteries Amanda and Sabrina which includes Hosmer, Warner/Stoney Point arid Wright. Dads joined in the Barryville and the township hall property. The bid fun dancing the hula with will be for one year April 1, 1999 to March 31, their daughters to original 2000. The contractor will furnish all equipment Hawaiian music. and fuel and provide proof of insurance. Some of the girls re­ ceived a special treat direct Specifications may be obtained from the townfrom Hana, Maui, Hawaii. Ti ship office by calling 517 852-9479 or by contact­ leaf and shell leis were made ing the Clerk at 517-852-9479 or .*517-852-9193 and donated by relatives of Bids must be received no later than 5 p.m. Brownie Leader Lani March 3, 1999. The Board reserves the right tp Wright. Carla Rumsey, ser­ accept or reject any or all bids. vice unit director for Ver­ Submit bids to: montville, received an extra fancy three strand ti leaf lei Castleton Township Clerk in appreciation for work she 915 Reed St. P.O. Box 679 does for Girl Scouts in the Nashville, Michigan 49073 area. Food and decorations were prepared by the Girl' Scout Leaders and families. NOTICE (Left to right) Stacey Fassett, Amanda Wright, Sabrina Wright, Tiffany Cowell, Kassandra Morgan and Jaklynn Platte. Kellogg school to take part in Dr. Suess celebration March is Reading Awareness Month, and Kellogg Elementary students will be celebrating reading every day. It is the goal ofthe teach­ ing staff to introduce as many books and reading activities to the students, and at the same time, make the reading experiences fun and enjoyable. The staff will emphasize the importance of students reading outside of school. Research shows that when children read outside of school they do better in school. From coast to coast, educators, celebrities, and literally millions of others are coming up with ways to rekindle children’s passion for reading. The staffwill kick offthe celebration with a special breakfast for all students on Tuesday, March 2. The entree will consist of “Green Eggs and Ham,” followed by the reading of a Dr. Seuss book by the same name. Millions of children across the U.S. will celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday March 2 as part of “Red Across America,” a national day of reading sponsored by the NOTICE The Vermontville Township Board of Review The Vermontville Township Board of Review will meet at the Opera house, S. Main St., on Tuesday, March 2,1999 at 7:00pm to organize the board and review the tax roll for 1999. Public hearings will be held: MONDAY - March 8,9:00 am to noon 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm TUESDAY - March 9,1:00 pm to 5:00 pm 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Any property owners wishing to examine their assessment and to show cause why the 1999 Valuation should be changed are urged to attend at these scheduled times. Tentative ratio of 50% and multiplier of 1,000 for all classes of real & personal property. By board resolution residents are able to protest by letter, provided protest letter is received prior to March 2,1999. PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES NOTICE The Township will provide necessary reasonable service to individuals with disabilities at the Board of Review meetings upon (3) days notice: Contact Supervisor Russell Laverty (517) 726-1115 6967 N. Ionia Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 William Crittenden, Assessor National Education Associa­ tion (NEA) and many of the country’s leading literacy and youth groups. Last year, approximately ten million children partici­ pated around the country. All the signs are that this year even more children will par­ ticipate. “This year, ‘Read Across America’ is going to be even bigger, better and bolder cel­ ebration of reading. It is hoped that every child in every school in every com­ munity will be reading with a caring adult,” said a Kel­ logg School spokesperson. The spokesperson added, “People can wring their hands about the decline of the family, the influence of television, the power of pop culture, and a dozen other reasons why our children are not reading, or we can fight back. We hold pep rallies to show students that football is important. On Dr. Seuss’s birthday we want to send our children a crystal clear mes­ sage that reading is impor­ tant. “There is no more impor­ tant place for parents to be on March 2 than reading with their children. Every­ one is urged to join us to make Dr. Seuss’s 95th birth­ day something our children will remember for a long time.” National Ads WHY SPEND UP TO $5.00 on everyday name-brand prod­ ucts when you can purchase the same products for only $1.00? Call 1-888-263-0619 or 616-968-2912. Recreation FISH FOR STOCKING: Gi­ ant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth , Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis’ Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, Mi 49055., 616-628-2056 days., 616-624-621'5 evenings.' ' " GENERAL ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, THAT A GENERAL ELECTION WILL BE HELD IN THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE STATE OF MICHIGAN AT THE VILLAGE COUNCIL CHAMBERS 204 N. MAIN STREET within said Village on MARCH 8, 1999 For the purpose of voting for the election of the following Officers, VIZ; (3) VILLAGE TRUSTEES - 2 YEAR TERMS NOTICE RELATIVE TO OPENING AND CLOSING OF THE POLLS Election Law, Act 116, P.A. 1954 SECTION 720 On the day of any election, the polls shall be opened at 7 o’clock in the forenoon, and shall be continuously open until 8 o’clock in the evening, and not longer. Every qualified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescribed for the closing thereof shall be allowed to vote. THE POLLS FOR THE SAID ELECTION WILL BE OPEN FROM 7 O’CLOCK A.M. AND REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 8 O’CLOCK P.M., OF THE SAME ELECTION DAY. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 23, 1999 - Page 10 School Lunch Menu Friday, Feb. 26 Maple Valley Elementary Schools Nachos, green beans, pear halves, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. (Maplewood. Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Feb. 24 Monday, March 1 Chef’s salad, roll and hon­ ey, fruit cocktail, chocolate pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Feb. 25 Pepperoni pizza, whole kernel corn, cherry crisp, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Chicken nuggets, animal crackers, mashed potatoes/ gravy, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, March 2 Nachos, applesauce bread, whole kernel corn, fresh apple, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple-Valley Jr.-Sn High School Lunch Menu EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Wednesday, Feb. 24 Choose One - Wet burri­ to, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. 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That is what being a nursing assistant is all about at Thomapple Manor. For giving excellent, quality care to the residents here, employees receive not only a competitive wage and benefit package, but also valuable friendships with co-workers and residents. However, nursing is not the field for everyone. You must have the patience, dependability, and courteous nature that it takes to get the job done - the right way. If you think this could be you, we are offering a training class beginning March 10th and ending on March 25th. Class is not in session on the weekends, and the first 6 days run from 8 am to 4 pm, with the last 5 days being held from 6:30 am to 2:30 pm. Starting rate of pay 'ts $7.81 per hour with medical/dental benefits available, as well as vacation and illness benefits. 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The changes brought new responsibilities and options for both local officials and landholders. To make a reservation call (517) 543-2310 or 372­ 5594. This is a free program. Help Wanted LEASING AGENT/SITE MANAGER: Part-time posi­ tion with small apartment com­ munity in Nashville. Must be a self-starter, organized and able to meet deadlines. Tax credit experience a plus. Send resume with salary requirement to: K. Barry, Red Oak Management Co., Inc., P.O. Box 440, Rock­ ford, MI 49341. CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE/TELLER APPLY ANYTIME BY TELEPHONE. Our Vermontville office is look­ ing for Customer Service Asso­ ciates to perform teller, customer service and sales responsibilities. Salary range $7 to $10.50 de­ pending on experience. To apply call 1-800-897-7442 and answer questions, you may apply 24 hours a day/7 days a week. 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Randy Silsbee (135), Jeff Rhoades (140) and Chris Dunham (152) all collected first places in their respected weight classes for the Lions. Silsbee won by a pin in 4:32, Rhoades had a pin in 2:37 and Dunham's pin took 1:37. Jon Kenyon (130), Jamie Davis (215) and Andy Adams (heavyweight) came away with second places. Kenyon lost by a fall in the championship round as did Davis and Adams. Chad Spears (160) was the seventh M.V. wrestler to medal, placing third. Spears won a 5-4 decision Maple Valley's Isaac Franco in mat competition at the Feb. 13 SMAA Tournament. (Photo provided) in the consolations. For the season, Silsbee is 31-11, Dunham 31-3, Rhoades 23-7, Davis 22-13, Adams 20-10 and Kenyon 19-15. Lion runners take part in MITCA meet The Michigan Interscholastic Track Coaches Association (MITCA) indoor season is underway. The registered clubs are not affiliated with any school. Participating in the Saturday, Feb. 13 indoor meet were .Dennis Roademan, Troy Sloan and Becky Wilson. The meet was held at Albion College. Roademan set the club record at 11 feet in the pole vault. Troy Sloan followed close behind with a throw of 10­ 6. Sloan also competed in he high jump and cleared a club record 5-6. In the girls pole vault, Wilson set a record with a 9-0. Wilson attempted a jump of 9-7 which would have set a State indoor record. Her 9-0 qualified her for the MITCA Indoor Championships. The area club will be traveling to various colleges throughout Michigan to compete this spring. Dennis Roademan clearing 11-0 at the Feb. 13 MITCA meet at Albion College. tQibrnapple & RN’s/LPN’s We currently have full and part-time openings. Prefer candidates with LTC experience. If inter­ ested, submit a complete application with attached resume to the Director of Nursing. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 EOE �The Maple Valiev News. Nashville, Tuesday, February 23, 1999 - Page 11 Lion eagers, from page 12 at Maple Valley High School. The Eagles are not just the most talented team in the league, but arc one of die best around. The IJons have suffered through numerous hardships this winter, but continue to play with heart with a never-give-up attitude. Olivet, however, came away Friday widi a 78-49 victory as four of its players scored in double figures. Tom Farmer led the way for the Eagles with 18 points, Jason Kramer tossed in 14 and Richard Britton and Kevin Graham both added 11 m;irkers. "Olivet is very good; diey're ranked about ninth in the State," Maple Valley Coach Mike Booher said. "Kramer, a legitimate 6-7, is the best post in the league (and) Fanner is die best player in die league." The Eagles soared to die front early Friday and never looked back. After one quarter, the green and white led 23-12 and at half they were well in command, 47-21. Kramer scored 10 and Farmer 8 to lead (lie first halfcharge. The Eagles continued to use their athleticism and size to wear down the Lions in the third stanza, outscoring their foes 18-8 to up the advantage to 65-29. Two players scored all of Valley's points in the third stanza as Scott VanEngen tallied 5 and Justin VanAlstine 3. Chris Ewing topped the Lions in die scorebook with 13 points, VanEngen had 12 and VanAlstine added 11 markers. Booher said despite the final score that his eagers showed some improvement. "I felt as if we showed a lot of improvement than the first time we played Olivet and were better prepared," Booher said. "They're a load, but we didn't quit at all." Maple Valley will play at Pennfield tonight (Tuesday, Feb. 23) and at Webberville Friday (Feb. 26). Lady Lions power past Spartan spikers Maple Valley's Bethany Poyer gets down on defense to make a dig in the SMAA varsity volleyball match. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Lady Lions spiked die Spartans of Webberville in Southern Michigan Athletic Association varsity volleyball action Feb. 17 at Maple Valley High School. Maple Valley's squad won in straight games, 15-10, 15-4, to improve its league record to 2-4 on the season. Those making solid contributions in Maple Valley's victory against Webberville included Erica Krolik, Leslie Grant, Bediany Poyer and Becky Wilson. Krolik sparkled in the serving department and Grant was a leader for die Lady Lions in their attacking arsenal. Poyer and Wilson both kept Maple Valley's offense in gear widi many assists from the setter positions. This Wednesday (Feb. 24), Maple Valley's spikers play its final home match against SMAA foe Morrice. The Lady Lions hope tlieir fans will come out and support the team on what will be Seniors Night. Erica Krolik prepares to put down a spike in varsity volleyball action at Maple Valley last Wednesday versus Webberville. 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The Lions met up with their rival, the Eagles of Olivet, Friday in a Southern Michigan Athletic Association hard court battle See uon eagers, COHtO pg, 11 Paul Baird (32) attempts to save a ball from going out of bounds in first half hoop action versus Olivet. r--------------------------------------------SSSSSSSSSSS-gSSSSSSSSSSSfy SSSSSSSSSSSSXSSSSSSTk Icy Fresh Whole New York strip . Fryers \ Loins 59' $2” 12-14# Average SSSSSSSSSS ^SSSSSSSS£SSSS Tender Green p, , Bouquet TomatoM Asparagus $S" 69e Pound Bareman’s Vitamin D \ Gallon — IGA, IW American] 250 Ct. Box, Asst. Var., Puffs Cheese I slice $igI 8912 sssss sssssss SOUP Cream 5 Qt. Pail 12 10.75 Oz., Campbell’s Chicken Noodle b ’ 64 Oz.. Sunny Deliqhtl Citru Country Maid Orange Juice 7.25 Oz., Kraft Mac & Cheese l Potatoes 5* Bag Pound Bunch 1/2 Gallon, Bareman’s Milk Red Skin Vine Ripe - Rainbow Sherbet -Rainbow 4 2 Liter fc Pepsi ^Products *189 15 Oz. Kellogg’s Corn Pops or Marshmallow acial issues Froot Loops $229 Vermontville Grocery Fresh Meat Market Open 6 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday A � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-03-02.pdf 78027793419c7926a74922dc5bf165e9 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 9/March 2,1999 ‘Syrup of the Century will be parade theme by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Andrea Szymanski is the 1999 Maple Syrup Festival parade idea winner. Bonnie Laverty, co-chair of the parade committee, said Szymanski's idea of "The Syrup of the Century," was a great one in which to model die parade after. "One of the judging points in the parade is how well a float follows the theme of the year," Laverty said, '"rhe committee tries to choose something appeal­ ing and something that rep­ resents the people of Ver­ montville and tiieir produc­ tion of great maple syrup.” Laverty said die parade is an important part of die fes­ tival and usually lasts more than an hour. Szymanski is 13 years old and in Patti Braun's class at Maplewood Elementary. "Me and my mom were talking and we drought it would be cool if we could show how syrup lias affected Vermontville in die past 100 years even though Vermontville has been here for 170 years," she said. "We drought since diere are so many antique cars in die parade diat they could tie into that theme." "I thought about it for a couple ofdays and had about 12 ideas swirling in my head, but I thought diis one was best." Szymanski says her fam­ ily buys maple syrup and maple candy every year. "The syrup usually lasts a long time, but the candy is gone really fast," she laughed. She said her family often purchases die syrup for gifts for friends and family, too. She said she has been go­ ing to die festival since her family moved to the area when she was 7. She also has participated in the parade for Girl Scouts and with tiieir family's dog kennel called "Dotzalotsza" which is a Dalmatian kennel. Szymanski said she will most likely try out to be the syrup queen when she is old enough. "I would like that,” she said. "I have been going to the queening every year since I was 8 years old." In her free time, Szyman­ ski likes to ride her four- See parade theme, pg. 2 Andrea Szymanski, (second from right), enjoys recess at Maplewood with a few of her many friends. Szymanski is this years winner of the parade idea for the Maple Syrup Festival. Annual Sugaring Off party is a ‘sweet success’ Those who came to the annual sugaring off enjoy a potluck dinner with what else but maple candy for dessert. Alternate Maple Syrup Festival Queen Hayley Todd, (left) and Queen Michelle Jewell, (right) observe local syrup producer Joyce Haigh boiling the syrup on the stove. Younger Chealsea Martin also looks on. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Vermontville's annual Sugaring Off party was a success and a good time last Thursday night, said Liz Snodgrass, president of the Vermontville Historical So­ ciety. Local producers Amos and Joyce Haigh brought in the sap to be boiled to just the right temperature to make that delicious maple candy for all who attended the event. Amos said the syrup tastes great this year. "Il's been very slow be­ cause it's been pretty cold, but we had a few nice days last week and we made 30 gallons. We are pleased with it (the syrup). It tastes great and real sweet — I think it is because of the warm weather in December." Maple Syrup Festival Queen Michelle Jewell, and alternate Hayley Todd were on hand to make candy by stirring the syrup after it was boiled in die kitchen to die right temperature. They botii declared die candy "de­ licious." Ashley Jensen sat next to her grandmother, Ver­ montville Village President Sue Villanueva, stirring syrup. She said she has been attending the sugaring off since she was 2 years old and is 13 now. Those attending die an- See Sugaring Off pg. 2 , Chealsea Martin takes her first bite of the maple syrup candy and declares, "Yummy!" In This Issue • Nashville Council to return police motorcycle • Three candidates seek seats on Nashville Council • Nashville Council OKs vacation date extension • Nashville farmer helps deputy catch fugitive �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 2.1999 - Page 2 Sugaring Off party, continued from front page nual event held at die Ver­ montville Congregational Church enjoyed a potluck supper before die sugaring off. The syrup this year is perhaps best summed up by the words of Cliealsea Mar­ tin, who after lasting a candy said, "Yummy! It tastes real sweet and good!" Parade theme, from front page-----------wheeler and ride horses. Right now, she said, she is especially busy training her Dalmatian puppy to be a good house dog. Szymanski said that when she grows up, her ambitions include attending MSU and becoming a young children's author. "I love to write," she said; Winning the idea contest is especially "sweet" for Szymanski, she said because her favorite part of the festi­ val is the rides, and for win­ ning she received $25 worth of free rides. "My favorite ride is die 'Wipe-Out.' I will be riding that one a lot this year." "I am very excited to win this contest and my mom and dad and my grandparents are real excited and proud too." Local producer Amos Haigh pours syrup to be stirred until it turns to deli­ cious candy. ANTIQUE SHOW AT THE BARRY COUNTY EXPO CENTER. MARCH 13-14. TWO LARGE BUILDINGS, QUALITY ANTIQUES. JUST NORTH OF HASTINGS ON M-37. SAT. 10-6 P.M.; SUN. 10-4:30 P.M., $2.00 ADMIS­ SION. Andrea Szymanski Is this year's winner of the Maple Syrup Festival parade idea. Szymanski came up with the idea of, "Syrup-of the Century." We ll protect your home sweet mobile home. “FIRST EVER” ANTIQUE SALE. IONIA ANTIQUE MALL. 18TH ANNIVER­ SARY. 25% MALL WIDE DISCOUNT SALE. FIRM ITEMS, 10%. MARCH 6-7, 10-5PM. DOWNTOWN IONIA MI. 616-527-6720. DOORPRIZES/COFFEE, “THINK SPRING”. insure homes and die people who live in diem dirough ito-Owners Insurance Company. Stop in and learn how you can save by Syrup festival Queen Michelle Jewell, (left), and Alternate Hayley Todd stir their syrup to candy, and enjoy the results. insuring both your mobile home and car with Auto-Owners, or qualify for our mature mobile Scotts to celebrate 25th anniversary homeowners discount. Kenny and Linda Scott are celebrating their 25th wed­ ding anniversary on March 2. Kenny is originally from Michigan and Linda is origi­ nally from Indiana. They met in Tennessee. Kenny has three daugh­ ters, Linda has one son and they together have one daughter. An open house is sched­ uled for a later date. \Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO -Bank needs someone to assume payments on huge 3 bedroom home, Will move if necessary. 1-800672-9604. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 1a.m. Evening Worship...... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting..................... 7 p.m, Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ................ 11 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 8 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ................ 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 0817 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baiollne & Church Roads (2 miles Mat of M-SS on Baseline) Sunday School................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship .............11 a.m. Church School .................... 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (818) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH REV. ALAN METTLER Sunday A.M. Worship ...................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group ■ Adult Worship . PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-SS, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 6043 SCOTT RD, (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School ,9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ................ 9:30 a,m. Sunday School............................... 10 Fellowship Time.............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class................................. 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School...................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service............................... 11:15 P.M. Service...................................... 6 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ .......... a Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................... 7 p.m. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.................................... 11 P.M. Service...................................... 7 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DbGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:46 a.m. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m, REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W orship........... 10 a.m. . 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 946-9392 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .................. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer..................... g a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services For more Information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwlck Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's Is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N, State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening........... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTOR A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................... 9:46 a.m. Worship Service ................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service........... 7 p.m. AWANA................ 7-6:30 p.m. Wed. REV, DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 8:30 p.m. (816) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 2, 1999 — Page 3 Nashville Council to return police motorcycle by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council unanimously de­ cided last week to return the 1999 Harley Davidson given to the village for one year as a promotional deal for $300. The motorcycle arrived in the village on the approval of the police committee. Debate has gone on about the fact dial council as a whole was not informed of the motorcycle before it came to die village. The po­ lice committee thought it could approve die transac­ tion since committees are permitted to Ok purchases of up to $1,000. But at a previous meeting, Village President Dennis Mapes questioned whcdicr die lease ss ’b’iASBL SSM Mw w w ito ito। S 1 WjIKp, 8n n ■^^SllCf i W Wm mIIkm km.II .II ' iSW HBEOw kLMAH totality" I by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Village elections will be held next Monday, March 8, in Nashville for three Village Council trustee positions. The seats held by Frank Dunham, Steve Wheeler and Ginger Burd seats are up for election for two-year terms. Burd is the otdy person not seeking re-election. Bonnie White is running uncontcsted for the third seat. White is married to Gary White, former village president. She is a homemaker with two children. White said she worked at the district court in Lansing for 13years and was a union steward, which- gave her experience as an intermediator, and built her "people skills."'White is also die secretary/treasurer of the Nashville Syrup Association. White said she is looking forward to serving in the trustee's position. "I'd like to help the council make strong decisions for the village. I would also like to help widi the stalemating and move Decker also asked if the village could get the same coverage with fewer officers, and said the 1998 police budget was 37 percent over 1997,'s budget A short time later, resi­ dent Gary White, former vil­ lage president said, "A bud­ get is being worried about and policy is being debated, but public hearings were held on these (budgets and policies) and nd one bothers, to show up for those... If you are going to be in­ volved you have to be in­ volved for more than one meeting." Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 945-9554 to place your classified ad. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE MLS Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HIVIS’ EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI............................................................................ Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)..................................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)......................................................................................... 852-5066 NOW $78,900 Bonnie White is running for the open seat Nashville's Village Council this election year, things along in a positive direction that would be beneficial for die village." Vermontville has no seats up for re-election this year on the village council. NASHVILLE CHARMING 3 BEDROOM HOME on double lot at edge, of town. Call Nyle today. This home is priced to buy. (N-52) Youth Dance scheduled at Opera House March 20 $4.00 per visit Walk-Ins "Wif Concerned resident Larry Decker presents the Nashville Village Council with a list of questions regarding the local police department at last Thursday's meeting. Phone (517) 852-1915 TANNING jjii "Does the chief live here in Nashville?" asked Decker. A member of council replied no. "Isn’t that policy? (that he should live in Nashville)?" asked Decker. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 1 S'* Chief Bob Baker. "I don't diink anyone is considering contracting widi Barry County," said Trustee Steve Wheeler. Decker asked about how many hours of coverage die department provided now, and asked,"Shouldn't we have die chief here five days?" "I assume when council hired die chief, they agreed on what his hours would be," said Trustee Ginger Burd. Three candidates seek seats on Nashville council fc'S'W f'S'W IJ Wl for die motorcycle was le­ gal. The decision to return the motorcycle came on the heels of die police commit­ tee recommending diat die village return it. Both Mapes and Trustee Carroll Wolfe were absent from die meeting last Thursday. During public comments, resident Larry Decker pre­ sented the council with an extensive list of questions about the police department and die motorcycle issue. "Was the proposal to contract with Barry (County) looked at by any­ one on the council, and what type of coverage does dial include?" Decker asked. "That was for 24 hours (coverage)," said Police $15.00 ► 5 Visit Package $25.00 10 Visit Package *40.00 20 Visit Package New Tanning Beds California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANKING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 ► - The Vermontville United Mediodist Youdi group will be host for a Youth Dance at die Opera House Saturday, March 20, from 8 to 11 p.m. The cost of admission is $2, and refreshments 25 cents. "It's going to be a lot of fun," said organizer Lydia McCauley. "We We will feature pop, rock, reggae and rap music and will have a free raffle drawing. It's a good way for the kids in town to shake off those winter blues!" For furdier information, call McCauley at 726-0633, or Cheryl Bowman at 7261165. IN NASHVILLE THORNAPPLE RIVER FRONTAGE ESTABLISHED RETAIL SHOE & BOOT BUSINESS PRICED REDUCED!! MOTIVATED SELLER!! Extra nice, 2 (poss. 3) bedroom ranch home, breezeway, 2 car Owner pursuing other interest. garage, full basement with fami-Many possibilities for expansion ly room. Home has central air. here! Don’ golden opportunity to be your own boss. must see to appreciate!! Call Call Nyle today to see how easy it t miss this and is well cared for. One you Homer for more “info.” This home is priced to-buy!! (N-100) may be. (B-54) ON 2 ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE 2 bedroom, 2 baths, living room, dining room, kitchen & laundry. Large deck overlooks woods, 3 stall attached garage. Call Nyle. (CH-48) GOOD PROSPECT FOR “ZERO DOWN” FINANCING Put your tax return into this house!! Call today to discov­ er how easy It could be to own this charming remod­ eled 3 bedroom home with 1 1/2 baths. Call Nyle (N-50) NEW LISTING: ON 8 ACRES IN COUNTRY MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS 3 bedroom farm house with 40x60 barn which has Inside exercise & riding arena. Possession at close. Call Homer (CH-58) for more details. NICE LARGE 3 BEDROOM HOME IN NASHVILLE Many recent updates have been made including vinyl siding, vinyl windows, new roof & kitchen cupboards. Priced to buy. Call Nyle to see. (N-53) VACANT LAND 6 ACRE PARCEL NEAR THORNAPPLE LAKE - Lots ofwhite pine trees & 12x20 garage with cement floor. Call Homer. (VL-51) 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway inter­ change. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-49) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE - Perked & sur­ veyed. Located at the edge of Nashville Village Limits. Call Nyle (VL-57) 10 ACRES - Perked & surveyed. Some trees, good “walk-out” building sites. Potential for pond, lots of wild fife. Call Nyle. (VL-56) 1.5 ACRES - Surveyed, driveway permit nat gas available. Call Nyle (VL-45) BACK ON THE MARKET! COUNTRY HOME ON 5 ACRES 3.9 ACRES - Wooded on private road, Between Nashville & Vermont- contract terms possible. Call Nyle(VL-38) ville. 10 room, 4 bedroom, state- 2.5 ACRES - Some trees, natural gas ly country home, much original available. Call Nyle (VL-28) woodwork. Maple Valley Schools. 4 ACRES - Water front, wooded, private VL-31) Call Nyle (CH-55) road. Cafl Nyle �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. March 2,1999 - Page 4 Nashville Council OKs vacation date extension by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Mier considerable debate, the Nashville Village Coun­ cil unanimously gave De­ partment of Public Works Director Scott Decker per­ mission to use his vacation time in the new fiscal year. Village policy states (hat workers should use vacation lime in the given fiscal year, but Decker asked for an extension to use his va­ cation lime in March. During public comment, resident Gary While talked about setting precedent if the council was to approve the extension. "Are we considering changing policy?" asked Trustee Ginger Burd. "The request is for ten va­ cation days litis fiscal year to be used in the next fiscal year- to be used in March," said acting Village President Frank Dunham. Trustee Chris Pash asked, "Is this totally new or have we done it before?" coming and I think we should give it to him." "We have a policy in ef­ fect, but my personal opin­ ion is diat a policy book is a guideline, but it's a cold instrument," said Trustee Mike Kenyon. In other business the We have a policy in effect, but my personal opinion is that a policy book is a guideline, but it’s a cold instru­ ment.” council: - Trustee Mike Kenyon Dunham replied that he had looked through previous minutes of meetings, but could not find proof dial die council had done an exten­ sion before. But he said he dioughl he could recall it being done before. "Had I known this would be such a large issue, I would have used my vaca­ tion time up," said Decker. "I am not asking you for anything but an extension. I'm not asking you to change policy. A simple re­ quest has turned into a con­ troversial request, and I am , Coming Soon to Kathy's TANNING WEEKLY FLOWER SPECIAL 1 Dozen JTO>k VxCJ LkJ $J1L. Q QC With Baby's Breath Cash & Cany 1-888-286-8270 852-0313 207 N. Main • Nashville Hours: 9-5 Mon.-Fri.; 9-12 Sat. Rick VanEngen not very happy about that "I don't think what I am asking for is such a big deal. It is hard to get away in my job." Decker then went on to talk about how it was hard to predict weather and that made it harder to leave for vacation. "Yeah, you are going to bend die rules, but you are not going to break diem. I diink if we are going to fol­ low policy then everyone should be following it to a T and it clearly states where village employees should live. I did not want to have to bring that up. I apologize for making this an issue." Trustee Steve Wheeler tlien said, "This may be dancing on die head of a pin, but as a reward for Scott sacrificing his vaca­ tion time for die good of the village can we give it to him — he's got the time • Heard from Dunham that Zoning Administrator Rick VanEngen is resigning ef­ fective March 31. Dunham said VanEngen has been on die job for two years. • Was told by Dunham dial die council had checked the insurance policy for coverage on roof damage done to the sugar shanty and there was no coverage. The Nashville Maple Syrup As­ sociation building has been damaged by a parking lot put in next to it, giving kids access to walk on the roof, which is now sagging. • Heard from County Commissioner Jeff McKen­ zie that he came to the meeting to answer any ques­ tions anyone had about what was happening on the county level. He also said that if die closing of Greg's Crossing Road was a con­ cern, he would be happy to talk about it. • Heard from Police Chief Bob Baker that the fuel pump went out on the po­ lice car, costing $215. • Heard from Gary White that he felt the TEA-21 grant that die council ap­ plied for concerning the railbed trail should have been applied to die recre­ ational riverbed trail, as rec­ ommended by die Citizens Advisory Committee. Fall dean’s list at WMU has four from area Four area students have been named to the dean's list for the fall semester at Western Michigan Univer­ sity. To be eligible, students earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a scale of 4.0 in at least 12 hours of graded class work. The students, their home­ towns, names of parents (where information was provided) and major fields of study were: • Sarah M. Leep of Nashville, daughter of Thomas E. and Bonnie L. Leep, elementary group minors. • Joshua J. Miller of Nashville, son of James and Dena Miller, psychology. • Dana M. Hasselback of Vermontville, daughter of Robert and Joan Hasselback, food marketing. • Travis E. McIntyre of Vermontville, English. The Revue The Vermontville Theatrical Group Presents. OKLAHOMA! Music by Richard Rodgers,' Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II Based on the Play “Green Grow the Lilacs” by Lynn Riggs March 5, 6, 12, 13 at 7:00 p.m. March 7, 13, 14 at 2:00 p.m. Adults $8.00 • Senior Citizens $7.00 • Children 12 & Under $5.00 Advance Tickets Call 616-367-4455 Woods to celebrate fiftieth anniversary Tom and Bonnie (French) Wood of Nashville, Michi­ gan will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sunday, March 7th, 1999. They were married in Battle Creek, Michigan at the Seventh Day Baptist Church on March 5th, 1949. Tom retired from Eaton Corporation in Battle Creek and Bonnie worked at Hoover Group in Charlotte, Michi­ gan, Their children are Dawn Haight of Nashville, Tom (Debbie) Wood of Nashville, Wendy (Bob) Bassett of Hastings, Michigan, and Denny (Mary) Wood of Battle Creek, Michigan. A daughter and son-in-law, Loree and John Childers, passed away in 1997. They have 18 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. You’re invited to come and join in their celebration on Sunday, March 7th from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the VFW Hall in Nashville. There will be refreshments and music by “The Four Good Guys.” No gifts; please. Three area students on Ferris honors list Three area students have been named to the academic honors list at Ferris State University. To be eligible for the list, a student must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale in no less than 12 credit hours of graded work. The students were Matthew J. Barnum of Hast­ ings; Kevin E. Hansen, Nicole L. Reid and Justin D. Thrun, all ofNashville. .250 Corn Refills Ajjp Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ONLY $3.50 Matinees before 6 pun. Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tuesday O No passes or Tuesday discounts Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View MOVIE GUIDE Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,.windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. 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POPCORN) _ ' (Ueasirtflbyrtm ndwegrt) Cowonesni34MS-{MV), ■ Hit our website at www.gqtl.com " 1 I I I III I I I !'■ �The Maple valley News. Nashville Tuesday. March 2, 1999 - Page 5 Putnam Library has many happenings by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Putnam library in Nashville has many new things happening lately, said Librarian Deidra Bryans. At last month's after­ school special, children gathered at the library to make Valentines, play games and receive candy. "1 had the flu for this month's after-school special, but thanks to Katie llummell and her daughters, Er­ ica and Karl, they came in and helped out with the spe­ cial," Bryans said. "It was really such a relief and so nice of them. The kids had a great time." Bryan's said the next spe­ cial will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 24. Ac­ tivities will include making paper flying birds. "Kind of like paper air­ planes, but birds instead," laughed Bryans. "We like to be creative with die kids." Bryans said the B-4's re­ cently visited the library to read stories, 'lhe library also gave Use kids stickers to take home. Bryans said the library will be holding a book sale during the Maple Syrup Festival. "Now Is the time to do- FULLER Focus Brodbecks to mark 50th anniversary The children of Bill and Margaret Brodbeck cordially Invite all friends and family to an open house in honor of their fifty years of marriage. The party will be Saturday, March 6th from 2:00 to 5:00 at Zion Lutheran Church on Velte Rd., Woodland, Mich. That Is the same church and same date of their wedding 50 years ago. The children are: Naomi and Roger Wilson, Esther McDlarmld, Peter Brodbeck, Philip and Dawn Brodbeck,Mary Lou and John Schmitt, Jacob and Freda Brodbeck, Abraham and Keetsle Brodbeck. There are 17 grandchildren. £?**»>« 1 Mi i) Me fail ^Wlolb^te tt, WNtaW Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, na­ tional origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Mar. 2 Mar. Idqfrandwwte, tee pessiairayinW.Iheytae it'ttfO mripn'tlifeett iiMjuiW1 8jiie.Wte«Wites Mar. Mar. Mar. Mar. Mar. Mar. Mar. Mar, Mar. Mar. Mar. Mar. DHIA Meeting, Community Room at C/L Building. -3 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at the Expo Building. 4 Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. 4 Marketing Workshop. 4 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at Extension Office. 8 Fair Book Proof Reading 7-9 p.m. 8-12 ANR Week, MSU Campus. 10 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. 10 Annual Food/Nutrition Conference at MSU, Brochures available at Ext. Office. 11 Outdoor and Environmental Education Work­ shop. 11 Commodity Marketing Workshop - Dari'S Ban­ quet Hall, Alto. 11 Precision Farming - soil variability. 13 Super You Workshop, MSU Union. 13-14 Family Science Workshop, Kcttuncn Center. Call 945-9554 for ACTION-ads! Kindergarten Mrs. Seifert. February has been a fun month! We celebrated the 100th day of school with a 100 hat parade. We made birthday cards for Mr. John­ son who turned 100 this month. We’ve been reading and singing “Down by the Bay” and made our own books. We ate green eggs after reading “Green Eggs and Ham" during "Gg" week. We made our own Green Eggs book with our pictures, showing who liked green eggs and who didn’t. We’ve been adding num­ bers to 10. In science, we’ve been studying the weather and graphing it all month. Kindergarten Mrs. King. We have been working on letters Vv, Oo, and Qq. We enjoyed making violets in a vase, valentines, “O" oc­ topus, olives and books, queen puppets, quail, and quilts. We also have been learn­ ing about George Washing­ ton and Abraham Lincoln. Our favorite activity for the month of February was our Valentine Post Office! We had a great time, cancel­ ing, sorting, and delivering our Valentines with our ad­ dress on them I We have been practicing 0-14 and adding combina- Recreation FISH FOR STOCKING: Gi­ ant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largcmouth , Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis' Fish Farm, 08988 35th St.. Gobles, Mi 49055., 616-628-2056 days., 616-624-6215 evenings. tions ofup to 10 tool Third Grade - Mrs. Slag. We’ve been working on learning the multiplication facts. We’re all working to “make it through the solar system," planet by planet, as we master each level, some students are really zooming ahead. We’re also learning about what we can do to make the world more beautiful and a better place for all. All living things depend on one an­ other is the theme ofour in­ tegrated science, social stud­ ies, and language arts unit. Third Grade Mrs. Arvizu. The third graders are busy learning their multipli­ cation facts. They are also beginning a unit on division. Currently they are reading stories about how to make the earth a better place. In science they have studied static electricity and are now learning about magnets. They made a Valentine game and sent it to their Oklahoma pen pals. hate books for die sale," she said. "Anyone with books to donate can drop them off by the back door at the li­ brary." Another exciting project that the library has under­ taken is a "children's win­ dow." Bryans said die win­ dow is a collage of pictures of the children library users. "We are doing this so dial years later die kids can come in and see their pictures and we think it will be pretty neat." Bryans urged parents with children who use die library to bring in pictures of their children. "We want to get a lot of pictures to fill die window up in die children's section." Bryans also reminds pa­ trons to "Please bring over­ due books back to die li­ brary, as we do not have the money to replace diem." Dale Leonard to celebrate 80th birthday Dale Leonard will be 80 years young on March 5. His family would like to wish him many more years of health and happiness. He would enjoy receiving a card from his neighbors and friends. Sendyour Correspondence on Personalized Stationery! The parison tyraff PERSONALIZED STATIONERY COLLECTION" features many styles and colors to make your letter writing unique. J-Ad Graphics 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 616-945-9554 INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE | 30% Off Storewide | I • BOOTS - Western, Work, Winter g S • JEANS & SHIRTS g • HATS, BELTS, BUCKLES, ACCESSORIES S t • MOCCASINS Sale subject to stock on hand and does not include 1040 ASAP g consignment merchandise. 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Nashville, Tuesday, March 2,1999 - Page 6 Nashville farmer helps deputy catch fugitive by Shelly Sulser StaffWriter A 28-year-old Nashville farmer, who came to the rescue of an injured deputy last week during a roadside struggle with a fugitive, has earned the gratitude of the Barry County Sheriffs De­ partment Deputy Karl Vlietstra was attempting to arrest Steven Michael Johnson of Mecosta on two Big Rapids contempt of court warrants when the man began to vio­ lently resist arrest said Vlietstra. Johnson was the passen­ ger in a car the deputy had stopped for speeding on M­ 66 at Barnum Road while patrolling for the Woodland Township police depart- ment The driver had already been cited and released and remained in the car. "When asked if he knew about the warrants, Johnson said he was not the guy, though he fit the physical description," said Vlietstra. He said Johnson "tensed up” when he was asked to pro­ duce his wallet for identifi- cation. The deputy told Johnson he was going to place him into the patrol car and as he escorted him toward the right rear passenger seat, "he began to violently pull away," reported Vlietstra,. "I tackled him and we both went to the ground," the deputy reported. "John- Hawk blamed for two-car crash Two people were treated at Pennock Hospital and released Monday after an acci­ dent that was blamed on a hawk sitting on East State Road near M-66 at about 12:30 p.m., according to a with stationery from the parison n^ra\C PERSONALIZED STATIONERY COLLECTION Choosefrom a wide selection ofpapers and inks to match your style. J-Ad Graphics 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 616-945-9554 report by the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. Jeffrey Dale Wetzel, 28, ofVermontville, had slowed and stopped to avoid hitting the large bird when his ve­ hicle was struck from be­ hind by a truck driven by Adam W. Slater, 26, of Nashville, police said. Slater told police he hit the Wetzel car after he looked down into his vehi­ cle and looked back too late to avoid (lie collision, de­ stroying his 1985 pickup truck. He was issued a citation for violating the basic speed law and for not wearing a seat belt, police said. Slater and a passenger in Wetzel's vehicle, 28-year-old Chelsey Wetzel, were taken to Pennock by Nashville Ambulance. Boomer™ has tightest turnaround Cut the wheel on a Boomer compact tractor and BOOM... it turns on a dime, covering up to 50% less ground than other compacts. ■ With SuperSteer™ enjoy greater maneuverability ■ Sensitrack™ clutch senses when front-wheel drive is needed and is easy on turf ■ Innovative styling means high visibility and ease of operation ■ Comfort-Plus™ deck applies ergonomic design for greater wI?W operator comfort. See Boomer now! • 1996 NH 8340, SLE, 1300 hrs. USED • 1994 White 6195, one owner, 1300 hrs. • 1994 Case IH 7220, MFD, duals, 2200 hrs. 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Vlietstra then managed to radio for help from Barry County Central Dispatch, which responded by sending two Michigan State Police units, a Nashville officer, a Barry County Sheriffs unit and an officer from Ionia. But before they could reach Vlietstra, the fanner, who asked police not to re­ veal his name, arrived at the scene. "I was still involved in a violent struggle with John­ son, trying to force him to the ground in order to sub­ due him when I noticed a male subject in a red truck pull over and exit his vehi­ cle," Vlietstra reported. "Hie male subject ran over to where I was struggling with Johnson and he grabbed Johnson and all three of us went to the ground." The man held Johnson down as Vlietstra handcuffed him while suffering from two injured fingers and with his badge and name tag ripped from his muddied uniform. "He (the farmer) stated later that he didn't know if she should have done what he did, but it looked to him like I needed assistance," wrote Vlietstra in his report. "I told him he did the right tiling and again thanked him for helping me." Vlietstra said another man also stopped and became a witness to the incident "Both were thanked for stopping and rendering aid," said Vlietstra, who was treated for .his wounds at Pennock Hospital, where he learned that no bones were broken. Johnson is being held in the Barry County Jail on $5,000 bond, set at his Feb. 23 arraignment on charges of resisting and obstructing a police officer and having open intoxicants in a motor vehicle. A preliminary ex­ amination is set for 9 a.m. Wednesday, March 3. Newest titles on the shelf at the Sunfield Library Young patrons of the li­ brary and local 4-H youths teamed up recently to make homemade Valentines Day cards for the residents at River Inn. New videos available to rent, at 50 cents each, are Madeline, Antz, Mulan, Jurassic Park, and Lion King II: Simba’s Pride. Sandy Wells’ latest bul­ letin board creation on dis­ play at the library combines Valentines Day and Presi­ dents Day themes. Former Lakewood High wrestling standout Nick Boucher made the cover ofa national magazine recently. In the Jan. 15 issue of “Wrestling USA,” he is shown doing battle as a member of Cleveland State University’s wrestling team, where he attends on an ath­ letic scholarship. A copy of the issue is on the shelfat the library. New books on our shelves, by category, are: Adult Fiction - The Tes­ tament, by John Grisham, is now at the library and is a donation; The Cat Who Saw Stars, is by Lillian Jackson Braun; Murder on the Grand, by prize-winning reporter Christopher H. Meehan of the Grand Rapids Press, a donation, uses West Michi­ gan settings and the Grand River for its murder-mystery plot; Jewel is Oprah’s latest book-club selection, and is written by Brett Lott. Large Print - Mortal Fear, by Robin Cook, and Sacred Clowns, by Tony Hillerman are new. Donated titles are a Max Brand, west­ ern, Riders of the Silences, and For All Their Lives by 1 Call 945-9554 ANYTIME for Action-Ads! Fem Michaels. Christian Fiction What happens when the state ofVirginia declares its inde­ pendence from the U.S. for the second time? In author S. Wise Bauer’s novel, The Re­ volt, a man named Kenneth Balder has put his heart and soul into creating a new gov­ ernment run not by political favoritism but by Old Testa­ ment Law. Charles Merri­ man, governor ofVirginia, is about to make Balder’s vi­ sion come true. The latest re­ lease in the Left Behind se­ ries, Apollyon: The De­ stroyer’s is Unleashed, by Tim LaHaye, has been do­ nated to the library. Adult Non-Fiction - The library received the highly regarded new biography, Lindberg, by A. Scott Berg, as a donation; Kids Say the Damdest Things is authored by the beloved host' of the new TV show by the same name, Bill Cosby; the library added a new soup book, Chicken Soup of the Coun­ try Soul, which includes a music Cd for borrowers to enjoy along with the book. Paperback Fiction Olivia, by V.C. Andrews, is her newest and the fifth book in the Logan Family series. Junior - Sally Bradford: The Story ofa Rebel Girl, by Dorothy and Thomas Hoobler, brings the story of the Civil War vividly to life through the eyes of a young girl; two-new Leftovers se­ ries titles, both by Tristan Howard, are Fast Break, which combines the humor and drama of a sixth grade girls’ basketball team that is poised on the brink of a dis­ astrous season; and in Reach Their Goal!, an overzealous new coach is impatient with his team of elementary school girls and boys who are used to playing soccer for fun of it. Will the coach spoil the whole experience for them? Junior Easy - I Spy Super Challenger! is the library’s newest addition to its I Spy collection, and is a do­ nation. (jiveA Memorial That Can (jo On Joreuer A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 2,1999 - Page 7 w Pig lung dissections help students learn about health Sw*5X' %Smm Sss»’xxS xs S>< ■%i,, V* «XJS ?XS<2S “?QX)»J SW<i2t*S’: rary "^1 '®'^! hperbitkk life ''^ bllllir hnnsilk^ Ms. “Mm Mb tarSijn BlhHi Wife sbiaj H'lnilfe :nwjovtjpjSul Wfeiiilpt fOHfe HM* taM® M'Hfe Bljilj KtJii Wllj's M«hik UjIuij, ittmfcibr Ijilmlj. lod hi dmia jj. jjkWiai: Zd5lr^5itt H Z5-5 -5 M ■ IW» ’-*‘ 22 W itWshlMW® SjfcW*W ■* > ***r *t ptakb?^^ * **pltt^ ^* i°efC Joff*l- 1^* Teacher Rose Dunham, wearing a respiratory system t-shirt helps students identify various parts of the lung. Students at Maplewood dissected pig lungs last week to learn more about respiratory systems. Dunham said the children the lung, Dunham said. by Shawna Hubbarth recently had been studying "We are seeing how die Staff Writer Bob Smith's class dis­ respiratory systems and die lung works by using a tire and inflating the sected pig lungs al Maple­ dissecting was very helpful pump lung." wood last wec,k under die and informative. Dunham said the children "The students have to direction of teacher Rose identify die different parts of also had been discussing Dunham. how to keep lungs healthy, and other issues involving keeping healthy. "This is great hands-on Two area students received gpa's of 3.9 to 4.0. experience for die students," The students, their home­ degrees at die conclusion of she said. "Il really makes the fall term at Western towns, degree, major field of die information more real to study and academic honors Michigan University. be able to sec what we have Students who earned at (ifapplicable) are: been studying in the physi­ • Joshua J. Miller of cal form." least 3.5 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 Nashville, bachelor of sci­ scale) were accorded "cum ence in psychology, cum laude. laude" status. Those widi ood • Jason M. Harmon of gpa's of 3.70 to 3.89 were listed as "magna cum laude Vermontville, bachelor of harmacy arts in English and anthro­ and summa cum laude stu­ dents were tliose who had pology. Two area students earn WMU degrees Students connect a bike tire pump to the lung to see how it inflates. G Neighbor P Immunization clinic set for March 2 There will be a BarryEaton County Health De­ partment Immunization Clinic at Maple Valley High School Monday, March' 8, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the ag room. Maple Valley Schools will be holding parent-teacher conferences on Wednesday, March 10, from 6 to 9 p.m. On Thursday, March 11, classes will be held in the morning, with conferences from 1 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. There will be no school Friday, March 12. 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Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 2, 1999 - Page 9 From previous page *■ wimiii ■» Hfc "■ hkMty ■» |ijh]Rptqi ■■ tat ElJmM HUM ban :xs| mu D,SE?BitH ftiaRfe &jw;3ta tonta^ oh* am (th: 10 Eric Goris * 10 Michael Hamilto 10 Karla Hughes * 10 Jessica Hummel 10 Jo Ann Jackson 10 Carissa Keasler 10 Jennifer Mansfie 10 Gwen McDoug 10 Nicole Myers 10 Amber Newton 10 Torri Newton 10 Jessica Patrick 10 Jessica Pierce 10 Joshua Pierce 10 Christina Racin 10 Amy Reid 10 Michael Reid 10 Jeff Rhoades 10 Christopher Riple 10 Lacey Ripley 10 Amanda Robi 10 Jenny Rugg * 10 Tim Rumsey 10 Dana Seitier 10 Stacy Shepper 10 Troy Sloan 10 Chad Spea 10 Carly Spitzley 10 Matthew Thom 10 Casey VanEnge 10 Jared Volz 10 Adam Watson 10 Timothy Wawiem 10 Philicia We st 10 Jennie Wya 10 Jamie Wybl 10 Lacy Wyble 11th Grade 11 Emily Aspinall 11 Paul Baird 11 Carrie Balko 11 Shiloh Beals 11 Jennifer Begero 11 Julie Behrndt 11 Eren Berr 11 Raechelle Blossom 11 Cyrus Brandenbur 11 Amanda Briggs 11 Heather Brisco 11 AnnCamey 11 Patrick Chaffee 11 Jessica Cook 11 Angela Decker 11 Julia Drape 11 Jessica Dunham 11 Joe Elliston 11 Ryan Emerick 11 Jessica Gearin 11 Lauren Hansbarge 11 Craig Harve 11 Nicole Hoffma 11 Michelle Jewel 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 Kimberly Knoll Ken Lackscheide Brett Lancaster Chris Lentz Jessica Lesage Jamie Little Teather Lowe * April McCallum Tina Miller Cassady Murph y Sayaka Nemoto Josh Oleso Amy Penningto n * Lindsay Pettengill April Randall Sarah Rathbun Jeff Robotham Kyle Rose Braden Scott Kristina Sealy Kristin Setchfield Stephen Shipman Alexis Smith * Joshua Smith * Leah’ Smith Richard Smith Tiffany Sparks Stephanie Stanton John Starkweather Keischa Strimback Nathan Swift Hayley Todd Terilyn VanOrder Rebecca Wilson * 12th Grade William Allen Kevin Aspinall Sarah Behrnd Sara Bonner Jeffrey Brade Judson Burpe Dustin Carpenter Bengamin Carriga Becki Conroy Cory Currier Barry County Commission on Aging menu and schedule Lite Meals Menu Wednesday, March 3 Sliced turkey breast on white bread, potato salad, diced peaches. Thursday, March 4 Slices of oven baked ham on rye bread, three bean sal­ ad, pears. Friday, March 5 Homemade- tuna salad with crackers, pickled beets, applesauce. NOTICE hj iiisr-3'" 12 Cristina Desrocher s 12 Josiah Doyle 12 Chris Dunham 12 Heidi Eberly * 12 Kristin Fajnor 12 Daniel Favre * 12 Stacie Goris 12 Shawn Graham 12 Trent Graham 12 Leslie Grant 12 Jennifer Halliwill 12 Jonessa Hammond 12 Carrie Hardin 12 Keith Hughes 12 Zachary Jarvi 12 Erica Krolik * Faith Livingston 12 Andrea Mace * 12 Melissa Mansfiel 12 Ryan Matson 12 Jessica Matthies 12 Craig McDoug l 12 April Muss r 12 Jack Owen 12 Melissa Patterso 12 Brandon Phenix 12 Andrea Phillips 12 Thomas Powers 12 Bethany Poyer 12 Kara Rathbum 12 Craig Rogers 12 Sarah Russell 12 Thiago Sarmento 12 Melanie Shance 12 Amber Shilling * 12 John Slawinski 12 Trish Sloan * 12 Joseph Stadel 12 Scott Stickles 12 Sara Thompson 12 Aaron Treloar 12 Scott VanEngen 12 Jason Whitmore 12 Loren Wright * 12 Jessica Wymer The Vermontville Township Board of Review The Vermontville Township Board of Review will meet at the Opera house, S. Main St., on Tuesday, March 2,1999 at 7:00pm to organize the board and review the tax roll for 1999. Public hearings will be held: MONDAY - March 8,9:00 am to noon 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm TUESDAY - March 9,1:00 pm to 5:00 pm 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Any property owners wishing to examine their assessment and to show cause why the 1999 Valuation should be changed are urged to attend at these scheduled times. Tentative ratio of 50% and multiplier of 1,000 for all classes ofreal & personal property. By board resolution residents are able to protest by letter, provided protest letter is received prior to March 2,1999. PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES NOTICE The Township will provide necessary reasonable service to individuals with disabilities at the Board of Review meetings upon (3) days notice: Contact Supervisor Russell Laverty (517) 726-1115 6967 N. Ionia Rd. Vermontville, MI 49096 William Crittenden, Assessor Russell Laverty, Supervisor Monday, March 8 Creamy peanut butter and jelly on whole wheat bread, corn salad, mandarin oranges. Tuesday, March 9 Cheese sandwich (Ameri­ can and Swiss cheese) on white bread, carrot raisin sal­ ad, plum halves. Hearty Meals Wednesday, March 3 Sweet and sour chicken over a bed of rice, waxed beans, com O’Brien, mixed fruit. . Thursday, March 4 Char broiled burger with cheese on a bun, winter blend veggies, potatoes, sweet treat. Friday, March 5 Swedish meatballs, rice pilaf, glazed carrots, aspara­ gus, fruit juice. Monday, March 8 B.B.Q. Ribbette, home­ made muffin, potato, black eyed peas, diced pineapple. Tuesday, March 9 Mesquite chicken, dinner roll, diced beets, broccoli, cookie. E„vents Wednesday, March 3Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, trivia day; Delton, trivia day, blood pressure. Thursday, March 4 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, social day. Friday, March 5 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, social day. Monday, March 8 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, bingo; Delton, game day. Tuesday, March 9 Hastings, trivia day, kinship car, 7 p.m.; Nashville, trivia day. School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, March 3 Chicken sandwich, baked beans, pear halves, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, March 4 Fuller Dominos. Cheese pizza, green beans, fruit cocktail, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, March 5 Pancakes and link sausage, potato wedge, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, March 8 Cheeseburger, potato sticks, baked beans, apple crisp, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, March 9 Taco, green beans, peach­ es, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 3 Choose One Cook’s Choice, Pizza, Cheeseburg­ er, Salad Bar. Choose Two Garden salad, baked beans, Ten star camp taking applications Final registration is now open for the Ten Star All Star Basketball Camp. Boys and girls, ages 10­ 18, are eligible. Players are selected by invitation only. Past participants include Michael Jordan, Tim Duncan, Jerry Stackhouse, Grant Hill, Christian Laettner, Antawn Jamison, Vince Carter and Steve Wojciechowski. Camp locations are Center Valley, PA., Raleigh, NC., Atlanta, Bristol, VA., Delaware, OH., Marion, IN. and Mobile, AL. Business Services WANT QUALITY PRINT­ ING AT AFFORDABLE PRICES Call J-Ad Graphics at 616-945-9554 College basketball scholarships are possible for the most advanced players. For an evaluation form, call (704) 372-8610. pear halves, juice, milk. Thursday, March 4 Choose One Double Dogs, Cheeseburger, Pizza, Taco Bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. Friday, March 5 Choose One - Macaroni and Cheese, Pizza, Chicken sandwich, Salad Bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, pear halves, juice, milk. Monday, March 8 Choose One - Sloppy Joe, Pizza, Chicken Sandwich, Salad Bar. Choose Two Garden salad, baked beans, apple crisp, juice, milk. Tuesday, March 9 Choose One Taco, Cheeseburger, Pizza, Taco Bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. NOTICE To all veterans: Have you served two years in the ARMY NAVY MARINES AIR FORCE or COAST GUARD and received a Honorable or Medical discharge? The Department of Veterans Affairs respectfully request you register and be issued a C-number. So that, if you require medical services, application forr same would ld bbe simplified by presentation of your C number card. Proof off ser­ vice required, for registration. The American Legi LegionChilds-Demeray Post 222 Vermontville Michigan is nnost­ iing a pot-luck dinner March 12 1999 at 7:00 PM. You and your spouse are invited to attend. Meat, Potatoes, Rolls and Coffee furnished. Bring own table service and a dish to pass. A Department of Veterans Affairs representative will be present to explain and register you in this program. Would appreciate an RSVP from those who plan to attend to either phone #(517) 726-1 111 or #(517) 726­ 0361. GENERAL ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, THAT A GENERAL ELECTION WILL BE HELD IN THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE STATE OF MICHIGAN AT THE VILLAGE COUNCIL CHAMBERS 204 N. MAIN STREET within said Village on MARCH 8, 1999 For the purpose of voting for the election of the following Officers, VIZ; (3) VILLAGE TRUSTEES - 2 YEAR TERMS NOTICE RELATIVE TO OPENING AND CLOSING OF THE POLLS Election Law, Act 116, P.A. 1954 SECTION 720 On the day of any election, the polls shall be opened at 7 o’clock in the forenoon, and shall be continuously open until 8 o’clock in the evening, and not longer. Every qualified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescribed for the closing thereof shall be allowed to vote. THE POLLS FOR THE SAID ELECTION WILL BE OPEN FROM 7 O’CLOCK A.M. AND REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 8 O’CLOCK P.M., OF THE SAME ELECTION DAY. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 2, 1999 - Page 10 SERVING OUR COUNTRY Anthony R. Plants Jessica L. Fenton Air Force Tech. Sgt. An­ thony R. Plants has received an associate degree in applied science from the Com­ munity College of the Air Force. The worldwide college, headquartered at Maxwell Air Force Base, Mont­ gomery, Ala., awards associ­ ate degrees to enlisted air­ men for programs combin­ ing technical education re­ ceived in the Air Force with general education provided by civilian institutions. Plants is a command and control standardization and evaluation supervisor as­ signed to Headquarters, I st Air Force at Tyndall Air Force Base, Panama City, Fla. He is the son ofValerie K. Bush of 904 Greenwood St., Middleville. His grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Richard Beduhn of 118 W. North St., Hastings, Mich. Plants’ wife, Bethany, is the daughter of Donn and Sharon Berry, also of Mid­ dleville. The sergeant is a 1985 graduate of Thornapple Kel­ logg High School. Jessica L. Fenton has oined the United States Army under the Delayed En­ try Program at the U.S. Army Recruiting Station, Wyoming, Mich. The program gives young men and women the oppor­ tunity to delay entering-ac­ tive duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive ad­ vanced individual training in their career specialty. Fenton, a senior at Thor­ napple Kellogg High School, Middleville, will report for active duty on July 14, 1999. She is the daughter of Charles B. and Ruth A. Fen­ ton of 4246 Trailsend Road, Middleville. Daniel P. Shipman Air Force Airman Daniel P. Shipman has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, orga­ nization, and customs and received special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward ah associate degree through the Commu­ nity College of the Air Force. Shipman is the son of Du­ ane P. Shipman of 8740 Round Lake Road, Ver­ montville. He is a 1998 graduate of Maple Valley High School. FLOOR MAINTENANCE This full-time position includes stripping, waxing and buffing of floors, along with some general housekeeping duties. Hours of work are from 9:30 p.m.-6:00 a.m. including rotating weekends and holidays. Experience is preferred but not nec­ essary. Dental and Medical Insurance is available, as well as Vacation and Sick benefits and holiday pay. Starting wage is $7.41 per hour. If inter­ ested in joining our team, come to Thornapple Manor to fill out an application. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 EOE Jeffrey L. Wilbur Marine Cpl. Jeffrey L. Wilbur, son of Gary L. Wilbur of 177 Thomapple Lake Road, Nashville, re­ cently departed oh a sixmonth deployment to Oki­ nawa, Japan, with 1 st Battal­ ion, 8th Marines. Wilbur’s unit departed its home base of Camp Lejeune, N.C., in January as part ofthe Unit Deployment Pro­ gram (UDP). Annually, UDP units based in the United States go to Okinawa for six months of training. From Okinawa they can deploy to mainland Japan, Korea and many other Pacific countries. The 1993 graduate of Hastings High School joined the Marine Corps in July 1995. For Sale BEAUTIFUL KING BRASS BED with deluxe pillow top mattress set, “brand new” cost over $1200, must sell, $350, 1­ 517-337-3054._____________ 6 PIECE BEDROOM OUT­ FIT INCLUDES full mattress set, 3 months old, sacrifice $295, 1-517-541-1109 YOU ARE INVITED... Fillmore Equipment, Inc. Self-Propelled Forage Harvester & Mower Conditioner Service Clinic Join us Monday evening... • March 15 starting at 7:00 PM • 2900 N. Broadway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone; 616-945-9526 This will give you a “hands on” opportunity to learn many useful tips to help your 6000 Series self-propelled forage harvester or mower conditioner to operate at peak efficiency. We will go over many of the features and adjustments of John Deere forage harvesters & mower conditioners. You will have opportunities to discuss your equipment with the experts from John Deere and Fillmore Equipment. Special parts prices will be available for clinic attendies. Refreshments provided. LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE! Sloan, Wilson fare well at U of M, MSU The MITCA track club traveled to Michigan State University Feb. 23. Becky Wilson vaulted to 8-6 which was good for second place. Wilson is currently ranked fifth in the indoor standings. Troy Sloan jumped 5-9 in the high jump and also set a club record in the long jump at 19-3 1/4. Sloan is just 8 3/4 away from qualifying for the state indoor championships. Sloan also traveled to the University of Michigan Feb. 26 for another competition. In the long jump Sloan's best distance was 18-9. The area club will be traveling to Hillsdale College today (Tuesday, march 2) for more action. DUcl III 3dl“I Jr< Troy Sloan attempting a qualifying distance in the long jump. (Photo provid- classes planned The Eaton County Sheriff Department will offer boat­ ing safety classes in four, 90­ minute blocks on consecu­ tive nights, from 6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. on the following nights: • Monday, March 29, 30, 31 and April L At the Delta Township Substation. • Monday, April 26, 27, 28', thru Thursday, April 29, Delta Township Substation. • Monday, May 24, 25, 26 thru Thursday, May 27 at Delta Township Substation. The following are rules that govern watercraft: Powerboats • A person who is 12 but 100 CARPET REMNANTS, “room sizes”, .25 per foot, for example example, 12xl8 12’xl8' is is, $54.00 $54.00, hurry! Dennis Dist. Co., 401 N. Cochran, Charlotte, 1-517-541­ 1109 DOUBLE, PILLOW TOP QUEEN SIZE BED, Luxury Firm mattress set, 2 months old, still sealed in plastic, did not use. Sold for $800, will sell for $350 or offer. 517-227-0006_______ BED, PILLOW TOP KING, bought new 1 month ago, but never used (still in plastic), nice as new, cost $1,050, sacrifice $400 or best. 517-626-2629 TRUCK CAP Leer contractor’s cap, extended height, ladder racks, excellent condition, new paint. Fits Chevy full size long box. $500. Also, Fbld-A-Cover for full size 88-98 Chevy long box. 2 months old, paid $500. Asking $350. CaB 616-792-6829 after 5:30. less than 16 may operate a boat powered by more than 6 hp ifthey have passed an ap­ proved boating safety course and are in possession of a boating safety certificate. • Or, if they are accompa­ nied by a person on board 16 years old or older. Personal Watercraft • A person under the age of 14 shall not operate a per­ sonal watercraft in this state. • A person who is 12 but less than 14 may operate a personal watercraft if he or she obtained a boating safety certificate before Jan. 1, 1999. • Persons born after Dec. 31, 1978 shall not operate a personal watercraft unless they obtain a boating safety certificate. • The operators of a per­ sonal watercraft must carry their boating safety certifi­ cate and display it upon the demand of a peace officer. Sign up for a free safe boating course sponsored by the Michigan DNR in asso­ ciation with the Sheriffs As­ sociation and the local law enforcement agency. The Delta Substation-is lo­ cated at 7708 Administration Drive near Saginaw High­ way and Canal Road in Delta Township. For more infor­ mation call the Marine Divi­ sion at 543-3512 or 372­ 8217, extension 395. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Ad#.0 Ad#.0B84 LET'S FLIRT FLIRT A A LITTLE LITTLE LET'S Cheerful single while female, 60. petite and full-figured, with brown halr/eyes, Is hoping to share friendship ndship and fun with a mature, romantic single sigl white whit male. l. 46-60, 466 who enjoys music and dancing. Ad#.697S CUTIE PIE Single white female, 48, with red hair and blue eyes, full-figured, who enjoys home life, music and movies, seeks a kino, Intelligent, romantic single black gentleman, over 59", non-smoker/orlnker, who Is easygoing, for a long-term relationship. Ad#.886O YOU COULD BE THE ONE Are you the gentleman this fun-lovin g divorced vorce white w e mom. 26,, 5'4", ", with long lo auburn hair,, Is hoping pg to meet? Please call, ll," , you're a kind, romanflo, sensitive single white whi male, 26-30, who enjoys cooking, cowling, walks on the beaoh ano more. Ad#.632O WANT TO QO OUT? Funny single white female, 21,6'4", 140lbs, with brown hair and blue-green eyes, wants to got to know an honest single white male, 21-27, -,w who enjoys nature ano conversation.. Ad#,8094 , FIND OUT TODAY Reading, writing, listening to music and spending pending time with friends are the Interests orr this e employed single white female. 21, 5'3", with dark hair and blue eyes, fine Is 53, searching for a single male, under 36. Ad#.207u fflKtJUJ! Bl® NUM MBIK lll« 'few ■taffil •Fam THE FUTURE LOOKS BRIGHT Outgoing, going, vibrant single white pr professional female, 40,54", who enjoys travel,l, camping, movies, sports, dining out, cooking, horseback riding and more, Is seeking an easygoing^ fun-loving single white male, 30-46, DON'T CHANGE ME Happy-go-lucky single white female, 61,6'7", with reodlsh-brown hair and brown eyes, Is looking for a mature single white e male, 45* 66, for friendship flrat. She enjoys woodwork- w2kf Ad#%21Vln 8nlmal 8nlmal ’’ ’ 88klln0 flnd ONE IN A MILLION Witty, oaring single black female, 38, who enjoys bowling, skating, bicycling, travel. Juz music, sports, movies and more. Is seeking a confident single black male. 30-66. Ad#,8282 COUNTRY LIVING •Pmps'Tafc mfr r Attractive, kind-hearted, easygoing single white ramale, 80, 6'2", with brown nalr and hazel eyes, non-smoker, enjoys music, cook­ ing. ing. crocheting crocheting and and more. more. She She Is Is seeking seeking a a oaring, honest, kind single white male 86-73, with similar Interests. Ao#,8240 COMMUNICATE A HAVE FUN aolng lng single white female female, 44 44,6T4", 6T4" with hair and d blue eyes, enjoye sports, reading, biking and more. m She would like to get to know a sincere single white male, 40* 60. Ad#.1O84 MAD ABOUT YOUI She's a shy single Native American female, 27, 6'6", who enjoys reading, time with her daughter and having groat times with the aS# i68ie8l0 k|aek m8'e> unc*or 381 1111 y°u* MARVELOUS Serious single white female, 10. 6'1", with dark hair ano hazel eyes, who enjoys sports, bowling, working out and writing poetry, Is seeking a sweet and kind single white male, 18*28, Ad#.O281 LET'S GET TOGETHER Friendly, outgoing single white female, 41. 6'7", with brown nalr, Blue eyes and a good sense of humor, enjoys church Sactivities, reading and meeting new people. She seeks an honest, t6 3 60. Ad#.0&63 humor, enjoys church activities, d meeting new people. She seeks tr ustworthy, single white male, 38* IDEAL SITUATION Fun-loving and enthusiastic would best describe this single white female. 10, who enjoys auto racing, horseback ck riding an and spending time with nor dogs. She Is lookin ooking who Is to moot a single white male, under 26, truly nice and loves to dance and cuddle. Ad#.13O6 who Is GOOD-NATURED Educated single white female, 62,6', with rod hair and green eyes, who enjoys playing cards, traveling, dancing and more, seeks an affectionate single white male, 37-60. Ad#.2877 Ad#.2877 A MAN WITH A PLAN? I5,,l.®'!!zoet, dependable single white female, 64,6 2,11 Bibs,, with blonde nalr, blue eyes. Is looking for a friendly single white male, 60-82, to share activities, oofrae and conversation. She also enjoys gardening, bowling, rodeos, cooking and movies. Ad#.T161 M WHY NOT TAKE A CHANCE Sweet and sincere divorced white female, 80, 410”, 1231b#.. ..a a brown-eyed o-eye brunette, uee,oes loves flea markets, fishing and cooking. She Is looklook­ ing to o meet a kind, compassionate single white male, 66-70,, for companionship. Ad#. 1736 WAITING FOR YOU Attractive, professional single white female, 64.6'4", . ,w with blonde one hair aran and blue ueey eyes, who enjoys country muslo. golf, oribbage, cross­ country skiing and fishing, seeks a quality sin­ gle white male, 46*87. Gun Lake area. Ad#. 7310 DEFINITE POSSIBILITY Outgoing, nice single black female, 20, 6'6". full-figured, who enjoys bowling, movies and sorts sports,would would like liketo to meet meetaaoarin oaringsinle singlemale male, 26-38. Ad#.O668 WATCH THE BUNBET Outgoing single white mom, 38, 6'7", with blonde nalr and green eyes, who loves going to the beaoh, bowling, dancing,, movies ano meeting new people, In searon of a single white male, 30-46, with similar Interests. Ad#.9903 COMMON GROUND Bubbly B y single g black female,, 33.. who loves lis­ tening to muslo and reading, Is looking to meet a humorous, Independent single black male. Ad#.O876 . OPEN-MINDED Athletic single white female, 20. 6'8", with brown hair and hazel eyes, who enjoys the out­ doors,,p sports and muslo,, wants to meet an honest single male, 18-28, for friendship. Ad#.7001 WHAT A FIND Single Native American female, 66, 6'3", 11 Tibs., with dark hair and green eyes, who enjoys spectator sports, bowling, fishing, roller skating and dancing, would like to meet a sinXd#07%anl° m8le' 0V6r fQr ,rl8ndlhlp' IRRESISTIBLE Divorced mom, 38, 5'6", with blonde hair and blue eyes, who enjoys cooking, bowling, danc­ ing and sports, Is looking for a single white Am male, da#le.f, 07uunder 8nder 45, who enjoys ohlldren. Ad#.f078 Humorous sinSSO lOe wSSENSITIVE hEitNe SmIToImVE33 610 with e mom, , b h i d bl h l ld.w brown hair and blue ue eyes, eyes enjoys enoys ohlldren, ohlldren movies and sports. She Is looking for a single white male. we ae. 26-40, -, who wants a serious relationship. Ad#.0240 Humoro us sing le w hite mom, 33, 6'10 " . with ON IMPULSE A love for all aspects of life Is possessed by this single white female, 30, whose main Interests are camping, fishing, hunting, boating and going to the movies. She Is searching tor a single white male, 25-40. who Is oaring, nonest ano compassionate. Ad#.847O STILL HOPEFUL Sincere, humorous single white female. 30, who enjoys sports, listening to muslo and dining out. Is seeking an honest, trustworthy sin­ gle while male. Ad#.0063 LET'S MINGLE Professional single white mom of two, 62,5'4”, who enjoys cooking, baking, sewing and reading, Is seeking a humorous single white male, over 46, to share life with. Ad#.7363 BE FAITHFUL TO ME This divorced white mom. 28,5'6", with brown hair and green eyes, enjoys muslo, oamplng and seeks a family-oriented single white male, 20-37. Dado are more than welcome. Ad#.8O46 AWAITING YOU... Is this thoughtful divorced Aslan mom, 37.6', 102lbs., with black hair and eyes, who enjoys movies, cooking and dancing. She Is looking for an honest, honest thoughtful and an oaring singl single white male, 37-46, for a possible relationshiip. Ad#.8O22 s., ac a a e THE PERFECT TIME Easygoing single white mom of two, 36, 6'4", with hazel eyes, who enjoys fishing, boating and riding motorcycles, would like to share lira with a sincere resingle single male, male, over over36. 3 Ad#.8O62 BUNNY DAYS ATTENTION Honest, oaring single black mom of three, 27, 6'6", 2101b#., with olaok hair andbrown eyes, who enjoys movies, church and bowling. Is hMlnjto meet a single black male, 20-30. Love and warmth come your way If you u meet this single Hispanic female, 21, 6 66", ’6", with blonde hair and blue eyes, who Is Into softball and watching movies. A romantlo single Hispanic male, under 35. to share some quiet times Is her desire. Ad#.8242 LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE ROMANTIC TYPE MUBT BE NICE Ao#.0838 LET ME GET TO KNOW YOU You'll feel romance In the air when meeting this single white mom of one, 25,6'5", 107lbs., with blonde hair and blue eyes, who enjoys Ice skating, sports, movies, dancing, classical and pop muslo. She seeks a spontaneous single mate, 18*56. Ad#.7222 OUTDOOR PIRSON Outgoing single white dad, 38,6'6", with brown halr/eyes, enjoys meeting new people, fishing, hunting and the outdoors. He's looking for an outgoing single white female, 32-38, who likes klds.AA.4300 s FAMILY-ORIENTED Single ngew white e female. emae. 22,, 5'5", full-figured, with long blonde hair ano hazel eyes, s, Is seeking an open-minded single male, 18=35. Ad#.0447 SUCH A DEPENDABLE GUY FROMTHI HEART Self-emp ployed single white male, 31, 6’1”, 206lbs.,, with black nalr and brown eyes, who enjoys movies and listening to music, seeks a funny single white female, 22*47. Ad#,6264 SHOW Ml THI WAY Friendly single black male, 20, 6'2", 106lbs., seeks a single white female, 18*48, who loves living life to the fullest and meeting new peo­ ple. Ad#.8O44 NOBODY IS PERFECT Single white male, 28,5'0", 176lbs., with blond hair, blue eyes and a nice smile, Is seeking an attractive, sincere, outgoing single female, 10- , Wl N TWO Barbados a trip for you are ftutomatlcally entered! Current ad# also qualify! Postcard entries accepted. See details below. All Inclusive Seven Doy/SIx Night Wp for TWO to Time Out Resorts, Barbados. Airfare not Included, STEP INTO HER LIFE Widowed white female, 56, 4'11", with dark halr/eyes, who enjoys dining by candlelight, traveling, quilting ana casinos, wishes to meet a talkative single white male, 60-60, who is a gentleman. Acra.6070 EVERLASTING LOVE Short and sassy, she's a divorced white female, 56,6'2", with dark halr/eyes, a smoker, who likes antiques, reading and poetry. She Is wseeking seitehkiang oan aond shonest heonnseest osingle sf ihnugmleo white wr hAitde# male, m87a2le2, 60-70, with a good sense of humor. Ad#.8722 DELIGHTFUL DATE If you are an Intelligent, outgoing, fun-lqylng sngew single white e Christian rsan mae, male, then enca call me.am me. lam a oaring single white female, 26, who likes din­ ing outL walks along the lake, roller skating. Ad#.028l__________________________________ Hop on a Harley and ride with this humorous single white male, 61, 6'11", 180lbe., with auburn hair and brown eyes, who enjoys NASCAR, oldies muslo and billiards. He seeks a romantlo single white female, over 47, who's fun, honest and trustworthy. Ad#.3123 AWAITING YOUR CALL Self-employed single white male, 32, 6', 210lbs., with black nalr and brown eyes, who enjoys reading, walking, old movies, muslo, bicycling and more, seeks a single white female, 22-66. Ad#.24O2 IT COULD HAPPEN Single Hispanic male, 43. who enjoys sports, bowling and outdoor activities, Is looking to meet a mature, honest single female, for a serious relationship. Ad#,2317 LOOKING FOR YOU Outgoing and humorous single white male, 40, 6', with crown hair and blue eyes. Is seeking an honest and trustworthy single white female, 26-45. to enjoy sports, the outdoors, quiet con­ versations and more with him. Ad#.447O BEST FOOT FORWARD Witty single white male, 40, 6'1", 216lbs., enjoys long walks, motorcycling and shopping. He's seeking an outgoing, attractive single white female, 40-50, wno enjoys life. Ad#.6P8 BE MY FRIEND Single white male, 21,6'3", 105lbs., with blond hair and blue eyes, who enjoys the outdoors, sports and listening to music, seeks a single white female, 16-25. Ad#.3771 ALL OUR TOMORROWS Hardworking, personable single white male, 46,6'6", 18olbs., with brown nalr, who enjoys bowling, billiards, flea markets, candlelit din­ n d more, Is seeking a sincere, fun-loving ners and single white female, 22-R. Ad#.1216 HONESTY FROM THE START Single nge white father of two, 38, 6'1", 226lbs.. with brown halr/eyes, a sports fan. who enjoys motorcycling, the outdoors, fishing and movies, Is seeking a single female. 30=45, drug-free and a non-drinker, with similar Inter­ ests. Ad#.72O4 LOVES COUNTRY LIVING Normal single white male, 60, 6'7". 160lbs., with brown nalr and blue eyes, Is looking for a SWF. 56-60, who loves dining out, rides and country life, country music, horseback riding, walking ano more. Ad#.O188 COMMITMENT-MINDED Humorous umorous divorced vorce w white e dad a o of two, wo, 36,, 6'10", with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys bicycling, rook climbing, sky diving, movies, ohlldren, dining out and more. Is seek -­ ing a sincere, trustworthy tru single white female, 25-36. Ad#.0401 , MUTUAL DEDICATION Just show him some love and he'll go out o of his way to make you happy.Thls big-hearted single white father, 32, ST. with brown halr/eyes, who enjoys hunting, fishing, oamplng and a fam­ ily times, seeks a oaring single white female, 25-37. Ad#.O128 FILL HI8 ARMS Single white male, 33, 5'7", 240lbs., with auburn hair, blue eyes and a goatee, Is seeking a compatible, full-figured single white female, 23=40. Adfl.4730 HOW DO YOU FEEL? A woman who will give her heart and soul to make a relationship work Is this single white mom. 22, 6'6", with brown halr/eyes, who would like to meet a very loving single black male, over 22. She Is Into skiing, oamplng, long walks and family time. Ad#.0740 SHARE IN HER DREAMS You'll find more than attraction In this sweet and happy single black female, 60, 6'4", 130lba., who likes children, music, cooking, going to movies and quiet times at home. She wishes to meet a very respectful single black male, 40-62. Ad#.804l PRETTY BROWN BYES Understanding single black female, 36, 5'7', likes reading, noraebaok riding and walking In the rain. She seeks single male. 33-48, to share fun times and commitment. Ad#.7347 ARE YOU FOR HER? If you need a little fun In life, then meet this kind-hearted single white female, 40,6'3", fullfigured, with blonde hair and blue eyes, who searches to find a generous single gentleman, 34-80. She likes sports, bowling, oamplng, music and dining out. Ad#,8291 HONESTY IB THE KEY Single white mom, 36, 6'7", 1261b#., with strawberry-blonde hair and blue eyes, who enjoys going to church and spending time with her children, ren, seeks a single white male, 32-40. Ad#.72O8 YOU NEVER KNOW Vibrant single white professional female, 30, 6'6”. 1271b#.,.,woenjoys who enjoys the egrea great ou outdoors, oors, seeks an exuberant, outgoing singl single white mala, 32-50, with a positive outlook on life. Ad#.8l31 ARE YOU THAT SPECIAL MAN Then call this fun and loving single white female, 43, 6'3", with blonde nalr and hazel eyes, who enjoys reading, biking, swimming and nature walks. She searches tor a sweet, honest and big-hearted single white male, 44­ 48. Ad#.6144 ONE HAPPY LADY Friendly and sincere, with good morals, Is this single white female, 62,6'0, with salt and poppop­ per hair and brown eyes, who searches for a non-smoking, pleasant single white male, under 66 Sne Sne Is Is Into Into movies movies, din dining out, golf­ in a n d b ow l in d # 7 16 4 u nd e r 66 . S n e Is A In t o m ovies, din ing andbowling. Ad#.7164 ANY TRUE GENTLEMEN May all your wishes come true by meeting this single white female, 27, with black hair and brown eves, who searches for a single black male, 27-36, to share quality time together. She enjoys crafts, reading, medical shows, children and dancing. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (UiS.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive. Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM.QL_________________ 0222 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 2,1999 - Page 12 Land use conference to be held March 20 Urban sprawl, the haphaz­ ard, unplanned conversion of farmland and open space into housing and commer­ cial sites, is one of the ma­ jor problems facing the na­ tion, die state and Barry County. Every day in Michigan, 100 acres of farm land are being lost to development, according to a recent televi­ sion report on Channel 8. To better understand this problem, as it affects Barry County and its surrounding counties, die Our Land Con­ ference is being held from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 20 at the Middle Villa Inn in Middleville. Admission to die confer­ ence, including a buffet lun­ cheon, is $17.50. Qualified experts from Kalamazoo, Calhoun and Barry counties will discuss alternatives to unplanned growth. Nationally recog­ nized audiorities on plan­ ning and real estate law will participate in discussions and answer questions. The event is an opportu­ nity for landowners, public officials and interested citi­ zens to gain information, clarify issues and begin to plan for orderly development and preservation of the rural character that makes Barry County unique. Our Land - Our Ultimate Resource is die conference dieme and the protection of that resource might involve any of several alternatives: conservation easements. Barry County Residents Knowing your comntunity and its people makes youfed "more at home." Hastings Banner ...keeping you informed of all community notices, marriage and birth announcements, on top reporting "of all local government agencies, school activities,sporting events and much more. You can feel more at home when you subscribe to the Banner and receive it at home. Hastings Banner "Making Harry County residentsfed at home for over 100 years. 3-1/2 Lb. Avg., Pork purchasing development rights (PDR), planned unit development (PUD), cluster housing and transfer of de­ velopment rights (TDR). These, and other possibili­ ties, will be discussed dur­ ing the day. Barry County already has 1,000 acres protected by conservation easements be­ tween private owners and the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy. Cluster housing is part of die planning for a plat being Community Breakfast set by Methodist Men This month’s Vermontville United Methodist Men’s Community Breakfast will be held Saturday, March 13 from 7 to 10 a m. A goodwill offering will be accepted. Kellogg Elementary honor roll announced All A’s - Keley Brown, Jessica Chaffee, Amanda Feighner, Kristen Hummel, Mary Jewell, Lucas Knox, Christina Moore, Sarah Williams, Michael Wyman. All A’s and B’s - Olivia Blakely, Katelyn Boss, Tr­ isha Carney, Tiffany Caudill, Michael Chapman, Tyler Christensen, Brian Conklin, Micah Coplin, Jamie Cor­ win, Dustin Diamond, Christy Dietrick, Ashley Dingena, Chris Eckhoff, Al­ isha Felmlee, Adam Foster, Meghan Gaber, Breann Gardner, Jarred Goris, Kendra Hager, Brittany Hallifax, Joel Hewlett, Cree- The Allegan All-Sports Boosters April Fool's Run will be held April 3, so get out those running shoes. The event includes 5k and 10k runs as well as a 5k walk. If interested in obtaining more information, contact Craig Nartker at (616) 673­ 7002 or George Babcock at (616) 673-3124. Letterheads । Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations and MORE -a aphics Beef Pork Chops courage orderly develop­ ment. "If you and your children look forward to living in a beautiful Barry County, this conference is for you," said a spokesperson. For more information, call the Cooperative Exten­ sion office, 948-4862. Allegan running event will be April 3 dence Hoffman. Lance Howard, Katelyn Hulsebos, Erica Hummell, Amy Joosterbems, Rebecca Kent, Kenny Kienutske, Alaina Mater, Samantha May, Justin McMillen, Keely McMillon, Darcy Meade, Cody Montgomery, Trent Moody, Ricky Mor­ gan, Pat Mulvaney, Adam Myers, Amanda Pasch. Kyle Pash, Kayla Ro­ driguez, Hillary Ruffner, Stephanie Rugg, Chris Rum­ sey, Mary Secord, John Specht, Desiree Thomas, Brooke Varney, Mackenzie Visger, Jessica Winegar. Stuffed Slab Ribs developed on the southern edge ofMiddleville. Some land in the county will be preserved in its natu­ ral condition through a blind trust. All of these ideas are al­ ternatives to urban sprawl and are ways to preserve the agricultural and natural char­ acter of die county and en- Sizzle Steak Quality Printing atAffordable Prices! ~ Call 945-9554 ~ or stop by at... 1952 N. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 10/M arch 9, 1999 Vermontville seeking full-time emergency medical technician by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Vermontville Village President Sue Villanueva told the council last Thursday that the township is having trouble getting a full-time emergency medical technician (EMT) during the day. Since the EMTs work on a volunteer basis, Villanueva said, most work at other jobs during the day. "The township is having a problem getting a full­ time EMT during the day to man the ambulance," Villianueva said. "They are trying to find a way not to contract (with other townships)... they are thinking of hiring a full­ time EMT for $7 an hour... they asked in a round about way if we could help." Villanueva said that what the township was thinking of was hiring someone as an EMT and when the village needed to hire someone to do odd jobs such as lawn mowing and painting, the village would pay for those hours, because there are not too many .calls for an ambulance during the day. Trustee Rod Harmon said that he thought that being employed by both the township and the village was illegal, according to a public act. "But who is going to have control?" Harmon asked. "Don't you think we should have been informed about this from the beginning?" "Yes," Villianueva said, "but things come up... it would have been nice to knbw this before we approved the budget but one way or another we have to get more ambulance help in here." Clerk Sharon Stewart suggested someone on the council should get copies of the act Harmon had brought up. In other business at the meeting, the council: • Heard from Villianuva that there was a request from a village resident for a handicapped space in the middle of downtown. Harmon said that if a handicapped spot was to be put in, it requires three feet between the curb and car and that space is not currently available. "If we put it downtown we come up with more problems," Harmon said. Villanueva said, "Let's do a study on it before we reline the streets. It might be the best on the east side." • Heard from Villianuva that she talked to Superintendent Clark Volz See full-time EMT, pg. 3 " South Pacific" promises great singing and dancing by the high school students. Rehearsals underway for ‘South Pacific’ Rehearsal for Rogers and Hammerstein’s musical * “South Pacific” are under way, according to co-direc­ tors Norma Jean Acker and Ryan Rosin. “I think it’s going to be a real good show,” said Acker. “We have a lot of new per­ formers in the cast as well as old favorites. The voices are really strong and the leads really good.” The show will open March 18 and run through March 20. Curtain tie will be at 7 p.m. each night. Tickets will be $4 for adults and $3 for students and senior citizens. The cast includes Jessica Pierce as Ensign Nellie Forbush, Dan Faure as Emile de See “South Pacific," page 2 Curtain set to rise on Oklahoma’ this weekend One of the themes in "Oklahoma!" is marriage (or the men trying to escape it.) The sets for "Oklahoma!" looked great at a recent dress rehearsal. by Shawna Hubbarth Singing, dancing, and comedic flair are all part of the musical, "Oklahoma!" The costumes looked great, the set looked spec­ tacular and the voices sounded beautiful at the dress rehearsals for the Re­ vue's "Oklahoma!" The show times will at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 12 andl3, and at 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 13, and 14. Cost is adults $8, seniors $7 and children under 12, $5. For advance tickets call (616) 367-4455 and tickets can also be purchased at the door. "This is going to be a great show!" said Director Bill Reynolds. "It is quite different from our previous shows, and features great acting and singing." "Oklahoma!" is a musical based on the play "Green Grow the Lilacs" by Lynn Riggs, music is by Richard Rogers, and the lyrics are by Oscar Ham- merstein II. In This Issue Students celebrate Dr. Seuss’ 100th birthday Houses and music keep syrup festival queen very busy PRIDE Plus winners get pop, pizza, time off Lady Lions place fifth at SMAA �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 9, 1999 - Page 2 “South Pacific,” from front page The musical.“South Pacific" is gearing up for show times. The musical features many dances as the girls in the cast here demonstrate. Maple Valley Syrup Queen Alternate Hayley Todd (in foreground) plays a nurse in the musical. The entire cast of "South Pacific." Becque, Kim Knoll as Bloody Mary, Annie Carney as Liat, Brian Woodman as as the Professor, Jared Volz Other cast members are as Lt. Joseph Cable, Zac Jarvie as Capt. Brackett, and Luther Billis, Jason Carrigan as Stewpot, Brandon Phenix Nate Jarvie as Commander Harbison. Laura Trumble, Adam Moody, Troy Sloan, Sayaka Nemoto, Alan Smith, Kay Hole, Jenny Rugg, Andrea Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. hen yon buy your lile insurance from us through Auto- Mace, Gwen McDougal, Ju­ lia Draper, Jessica Hummel, Lizzie Sundrla, Carrie Balko, Becky Guernsey, Shiloh Beals, Ashley Gard­ ner, Christy Cook, Dana Seitier, Chris. Dunham Gor­ don Dunecka, Andy Patrick, Chris Ewing, Tommy Patrick, and Ray Hole. The set artist is Eren Berry. The student assistant i§ Sunshine Landon. “It’s a fun show with an im­ portant message, so we are really excited about that,” said Acker. Owners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. 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Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship ... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting ................... 7 p.m. Sunday School........................ 9:45 Morning Worship .............. 11 a.m. Everting Worship.......................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Phone: 543-5488 - BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11a.m. Church School ............. 10 a.m. Yodth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963.-7710 REV. ERIC LISON Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. .11a.m. REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St, Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ............ 7 p.m. Sunday A.M: Worship ................ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER - PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH . Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning-Celebration 10-a.m. . Contemporary Service,Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group; Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 rpi. south of Nashville) One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................ 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class ................ 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service ........... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship................ ...9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m, A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517)852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School............ ..10 a.m. A.M. Service ................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ......................... 6 p.m. PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service......................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.................. .7 p.m. Wed. Service ..................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service........... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday'School Worship 0 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg;) Holy Communion .............. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer ................. 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Mam St., Vermontville Sunday School......................... 9:45 Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service . .-. .6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church’Service 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 9, 1999 - Page 3 Newest titles on the shelf at the Sunfield Library Some of the winter-weary patrons visiting the library have expressed with despair their fear that winter will never leave, Groundhog Day not withstanding. Still, for many, March’s ar­ rival at least stimulates thoughts of warm weather and percolates plus for vaca­ tions and summer activities. On the library’s shelves are resources which can be employed to turn dreaming into reality. Many travel guides are available that cover trips overseas and do­ mestic. Among U.S. guides are Washington, D.C., Alaska, Hawaii, Disney, Chicago, New Orleans, New York City, Michigan and the Great Lakes. Those without the inclina­ tion or means to get away can simply be “armchair travelers” and check out the many engaging books on travel and adventure at the li­ brary. In baghdad without a Map, American journalist Tony Horwitz just happened to be touring Mideastern countries, and writing about their people and societies, including Iraq, when the Gul War broke out. His predica­ ment makes for humorous and fascinating reading. Another great read is a re- cent bestseller, A Walk in the Woods; Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail, by Bill Bryson. Bryson is Charles Kuralt with an edge and his book relates his hiking adventures on the fabled mountain trail and how it transformed him from a couch potato to a “rugged outdoorsman.” The characters he met along the trail are part ofthe fun. Finally, Under the Tucsan Sun: At Home in Italy, is poet and travel writer Frances Mayes’ account of her life at the Tuscany villa she restored and lived in. New books on our shelves, by category, are: Adult Fiction - The Jew­ els of Tessa Kent, by Judith Krantz, includes in its plot a mother-daughter relation­ ship affected by Hollywood and its society of celebrities; Murder Under Blue Skies, is a mystery by Today Show weatherman, Willard Scott; Billy Straight is a current bestseller, by Jonathan Kellerman. Large Print - The Diving Bell and the Butterfly, by Jean-Dominique Bauby, is a Wilma Huyck’ Memorial Fund book and the true story of one man’s triumph over Full-time EMT, from front page— about the school helping to repair the ball field fence the village and school own jointly. She said Volz said that he would take the matter to the school board. "Maybe we can get it replaced before baseball season," Villanueva said. Villanueva said Volz invited the board to tour the construction sites at the school. • Heard a presentation from resident Bill Stanton from the American Legion, who said the Legion is thinking about putting a military display on the HASTINGS 4 Free Drink Refills Z wjjh/ .250 Corn Refills Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ONLY $3.50 Matinees before 6 p.m. | Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tuesday 0 No passes or Tuesday discounts « Digital Sound Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View comer of South Main and East First Street. He said that the township has approved of the idea, he also said that the display would include possibly a military tank and artillery piece and a guard rail around it. Stanton said the display would intregate plaques dedicated to vetrans no longer living. "Have you looked into the vandalism part of it?" said Villianueva. "We haven't decided anything that far along yet," said Stanton. The board approved the idea, and approved removal of the sidewalk in front of the lot on East First Street. • Approved purchase of a valve to put into the water tower for $3,000. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL SERVICES. First consultation free, fees fully explained in ad­ vance, call 616-945-3512 for appointment. MOVIE GUIDE the effects of a stroke so se­ vere he was left with only the ability to blink one eye. The Final Tally, by Richard S. Wheeler^ and Feather on the Moon, by Rhyllis A. Whitney, are donations. Christian Fiction. - An­ gela Elwell Hunt’s third in her Heirs of Cahira O’Con­ nor series is now at the li­ brary and entitled The Velvet Shadow. Adult Non-Fiction A new “Soup” Book, Chicken Soup for the Couple’s Soul. Paperback Fiction - A re­ release of two Barbara Delinsky romances, Flip Side of Yesterday and Lilac Awakening are packaged to­ gether in the new .paperback titled Rekindled; Johanna Lindsey’s Prisoner of My Desire and Sandra Brown’s Love Beyond Reason, are previously released titles and donations. Young Adult Brian Jacques’ latest Redwall re­ lease, Marlfox. Junior - Lovers of Joanna Campbell’s Thoroughbred series will be eager to find out ifyoung Christina Reese and her horse, Sterling, have what it takes to win the rid­ ing competition in book No. 26, Sterling’s Second Chance. Junior Easy - I Spy Fun­ house is new and a donation; Disney’s All-time Classics combines in one volume great tales from every Dis­ ney era, such as The Little Mermaid, Pinnoccio, Al­ addin, Alice in Wonderland, The Lion King, Peter Pan, 101 Dalmatians, Bambi, and others. Two brand new equipment picture books are Firetrucks and Other Emer­ gency Machines and The Big Book of Trains: Over 50 of the World’s Most Amazing Trains. The library has reasonable rates for current and classic videos as well fax services and a copier. Phone and fax numbers are the same, (517) 566-8065. Library hours are Tuesday-Friday, 2 to 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. I CHERYL’S J CHERYL PIERCE Owner HAIR SHOP 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 OYp Y Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV\/r E ~rD^A. EATON FEDERAL Savings Bank Serving Mid-Michigan for 62 Years 1937-1999 While The Big Banks Are Building Their Empires, We’re Building Better Communities The following is a list of projects and organizations we participated with in 1998 Charlotte Jaycees Two Charlotte High School Scholarships Two Eaton Rapids High School Scholarships Eaton County Hospice Two Grand Ledge High School Scholarships Maple Valley Schools Eaton County 4-H Olivet High School Scholarship Eaton Rapids Wrestling Uniforms Maple Valley Scholarship Bike-A-Thon Potterville Scholarship Fire Safety Program United Way Campaigns/Charlotte, Olivet Fireman Eaton Rapids, Nashville, Olivet and Junior Achievement Grand Ledge Olivet Summer Recreation Housing Services for Eaton County Eaton County Habitat for Humanity Theater for Kids Charlotte Cristinas Kiddies Project Eaton Rapids July 4th Special Olympics Hayes Green Beach Hospital Eaton Rapids Community Hospital Eaton County Crop Walk Michigan Week Charlotte Community Dinner Project Grand Ledge Skate Park Charlotte Frontier Days Field of Dreams Baseball Red Cross Blood Drive Farm Bureau Citizenship Camp Maple Valley Scholarship Fund March of Dimes Walk-a-Thon Walk for Warmth Olivet Basketball Program Grand Ledge Winterfest Olivet Merchants Softball Charlotte Chamber of Commerce Emergency Service Providers Muscular Dystrophy Association Grand Ledge Rotary Pancake Supper White Cane Week Charlotte Can Do Committee Calhoun County Fair Chief Okemos Council Potterville Football Program Barry County Child Abuse Prevention Eaton County Cancer Walk Hannah's House Charlotte Athletic Boosters Clinton County Sheriff's Posse Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Shrine Circus Watson School Restoration Eaton Rapids Band Boosters American Heart Association Grand Ledge Alliance for Quality Community Jr. Pro Basketball WKAR Talking Books Eaton County Juvenile Court Charlotte Eagles ■ Rotary Park Soccer Fields , Charlotte Library Community Service Is a Priority At Eaton Federal! 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For more informa­ tion call 517-852-9806 or 517­ 852-1872__________________ Our Corporate Office Is Here In The Heart Of Mid-Michigan Shouldn’t You Bank With A Local Bank? ‘ Hit our website at www.gqti.com Jill III I HIT AUDITIONS CINDERELLA: FOR Monday, March 15th, 4-6 at The Opera House in Vermontville. 2nd thru 8th grade. OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 • Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 • Olivet - 749-2811 * Grand Ledge - 627-6292 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, March 9, 1999 - Page 4 Area students celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday even the teachers and Prin­ cipal Linda Miller played a StaffWriter Students at Kellogg Ele­ round of the game, to the mentary and kindergartners students' delight The students were treated celebrated the birthday of famous children's author Dr. to breakfast Suess style — eggs colored with green food Suess last week Tuesday. The students played coloring, and ham. The Wheel of Suess, a fill in the children seemed to love the blanks word game, led by eggs and their unusual teacher Pat Hansen, and color. by Shawna Hubbarth Students were treated by what else but green eggs and ham at the Dr. Suess birthday celebration. One of the highlights of the celebration was Superintendent Clark Volz reading to the students. Teachers Lori Pratt and Vicki Williams read, ani­ matedly, "Green Eggs and Ham." The students filled in with the more popular lines of the book, shouting in unison. But perhaps the highlight of the day was when Super- Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Servic 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 MLS Fax: 852-9138 Broker, HIV1S- Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)...................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)......................................................................... 852-5066 intendent Clark Volz took the stage, darkened the gym, and read, "The Thinkingest Things You Can Think." "It was great," Volz said of his reading experience. "The students were very at­ tentive and it was a fun story. The whole morning was fun. The staff did a great job putting it together and the students did a great job of being excited. It was a great day to celebrate read­ ing.” Later in the day, Miller said, the fourth-graders went into the kindergarten class­ rooms to read Dr. Suess books. School lunch menu Teachers played word games and also read "Green Eggs and Ham" to celebrate Dr.Suess' birthday last Tuesday. (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, March 10 Ravioli, roll and honey, ON 2 ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE NICE LARGE 3 BEDROOM HOME IN NASHVILLE 2 bedroom, 2 baths, living room, dining room, kitchen & laundry. Large deck overlooks woods, 3 stall attached garage. Call Nyle. (CH-48) whole kernel com, orange wedge, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, March 11 BACK ON THE MARKET! COUNTRY HOME ON 5 ACRES Between Nashville & Vermont­ ville. 10 room, 4 bedroom, state­ ly country home, much original woodwork. Maple Valley Schools. CaH Nyle (CH-55) Many recent updates have been made Including vinyl siding, vinyl windows, new roof & kitchen cupboards. Priced to buy. Call Nyle to see.. (N-53) GOOD PROSPECT FOR NASHVILLE CHARMING 3 BEDROOM HOME on double lot at edge of town. Call Nyle today. This home is priced to buy. (N-52) ESTABLISHED RETAIL SHOE & BOOT BUSINESS PRICED REDUCED!! MOTIVATED SELLER!! VACANT LAND 6 ACRE PARCEL NEAR THORNAPPLE LAKE - Lots of white pine trees & 12x20 garage with cement floor. Call Homer. (VL-51) 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET Easy access to 1-69 expressway interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer.. (VL-49) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE - Perked & surveyed. Located at the edge of Nashville Village Limits. Call Nyle (VL-57) 10 ACRES - Perked & surveyed. Some trees, good “walk-out" building sites. Potential for pond, lots ofwild life. Call Nyle. (VL-561 1.5 ACRES - Surveyed, driveway permit, Owner pursuing other interest nat. gas available. Call Nylee (VL-45) Many possibilities for expansion 3.9 ACRES - Wooded on private road, herel Don't miss this golden contract terms possible. Call Nyle(VL-38) opportunity to be your own boss. 2.5 ACRES - Some trees, natural gas e ((VL-28) Call Nyle today to see how easy it may be. ((B-54) 4 ACRES - Water front wooded, private road. Call Nyle available. Call Nyle (VL-31) VFW Nashville Post 8620 Saturday, March 20th 7:30 PM - 1:00 AM Monday, March 15 Chicken fries, carrot sticks, fresh apple, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, March 16 French bread pizza, whole kernel corn, applesauce, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. All Proceeds to Benefit Maple Valley Little League Baseball/Softball Association 16 Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu “ZERO DOWN” FINANCING Put your tax return Into this housell Call today to discov­ er how easy it could be to own this charming remod­ eled 3 bedroom home with 1 1/2 baths. Call Nyle (N-50) No lunch served. Friday, March 12 No lunch served. ^VEGAS NIGHT ON 8 ACRES IN COUNTRY - MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS 3 bedroom farm house with 40x60 barn which has inside exercise & riding arena. Possession at close. Call Homer for more details. (CH-58) Wednesday, March 10 Choose One - Ravioli, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, whole kernel 16tH ffiwtHday, com, orange wedges, juice, milk. Thursday, March 11 No Lunch Served. NOW $78,900 IN NASHVILLE THORNAPPLE RIVER THORNAPPLE RIVER FRONTAGE Extra nice. 2 (poss. 3) bedroom ranch home, breezeway, 2 car garage, full basement with family room. Home has central air, and is well cared for. One you must see to appreciate!! Call Homer for more "info.” This home is priced to buy!! (N-lOO Friday, March 12 No Lunch Served. Monday, March 15 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two JENNIFER - Garden salad, carrot sticks, fresh apple, juice, milk. Love... Mom, Dad, Elizabeth, Craig and Janelle Tuesday, March 16 Choose One Rib Sandwich, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel corn, milk. applesauce, juice, 16 * 16 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville.Tuesday, March 9, 1999 — Page 5 America & Me essay winners announced Three students from Maple Valley schools have been named local winners in the 30th annual “America and Me” essay contest, sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance. The three students, who earned the first, second and third place awards for their school are Sarah Jo Perry, first; Elizabeth Favre, sec­ ond, and Chancey Rathburn, third. All three received award certificates for their achievements. As the school’s first place winner, Perry’s name also will be engraved on a plaque for permanent display in the school. Maple Valley schools’ par­ ticipation in the America and Me essay contest was spon­ sored by Farm Bureau Insur­ ance agent Lynn Denton of Nashville. Perry’s first place essay now advances to the state level competition, from which the top 10 essays in Michigan will be selected. The top 10 statewide win­ ners, who,will be announced in April, will receive plaques, cash and U.S. sav­ ings bonds valued from $500 to $1,000. In addition, the top 10 essayists will be hon­ ored at a banquet in Lansing, meet with Michigan’s top governmental leaders and be the featured guests at a Lans­ ing Lugnuts minor league baseball game dedicated in their honor. A team of finalist judges that includes a top Michigan government official and the sponsoring teachers of last year’s top two statewide win­ ners will determine the ranking of the top 10 statewide winners. Several thousand eighth grade students from nearly Harriet Quimby had many accomplishments, so it is easiest to put them into per­ spective. She was the first woman ever to receive her private pilot license on Au­ gust 1, 1911, attempt a night flight on September 5, 1911, and fly across the dangerous English Channel on April 6, 1912. She did the latter the night after the Titanic sank. 500 Michigan schools par­ticipated in the 1998-99 I could have chosen any pi lot,'seeing that I am a stu­ America and Me essay contest, which was conducted with the help of Farm Bu­ reau Insurance agents across the state. The topic of the 1998-99 contest was “My dent pilot myself, but there is American Hero.” Started in 1968 and open to all Michigan eighth grade students., the contest encour­ ages Michigan youngsters to explore their roles in Amer­ ica’s future. As a sponsor of the contest, Farm Bureau In­ surance has earned 11 na­ tional awards from the Free­ doms Foundation at Valley Forge. The following is Perry’s award winning essay: My American Hero By Sarah Jo Perry “Men flyers have given the impression that aeroplaning is perilous work, but when I saw how easy men flyers handle their machines I said I could fly.” These are the words of my American hero, Harriet Quimby. something very important and fascinating about Har riet and her life. She was an independent woman who was not ashamed of her gender, enslaved by the femi­ nine ways, or intimidated by the men or the words of crit­ ics. Harriet was instead a strong, courageous, and beautiful woman. Harriet Quimby was born in Coldwater, Michigan, on May 1 1, 1875, but she spent most of her adult life in New York and California as a journalist. She was success­ ful in this position and went very far with it. By 1906, she was Leslie’s Illustrated Weekly’s drama critic and editor of the “Woman’s Page.” Through her writing, she challenged fronted normal and con­ Victorian American ways that had been assigned to women. Quimby decided that she wanted to fly after witness- ing John Moisant fly. She then convinced John’s sister Matilde, to learn to fly with her, and together they flew with pride. They both dis­ guised themselves as men at first, but as soon as they were found out, everyone knew about the “rebel women.” Harriet was known as a “willow brunette,” and “The Dresden China Aviatrix” because of her “beauty, daintiness, and haunting blue eyes.” Harriet died on July 1, 1912, at the early age of 37. She had barely began to live when she died in an airplane accident. Critics said that she crashed because she was woman, but we later came to find out that it was a defec­ tive aerodynamic design that had been created by MEN! There is no doubt that she contributed a lot, not only in the world of aviation, but for all women who believed that the ways they were treated were wrong. Women also learned that they had as much of a chance at suc­ ceeding as the men did. She was an inspiration for many. Harriet was a great person, a wonderful journalist, and a skillful pilot. “The. airplane should open a fruitful occupation for women. I see no reason they cannot realize handsome in­ comes by carrying passen­ gers between adjacent towns, from parcel deliver­ ing, taking photographs or conducting schools of fly­ ing.” Thjs is the prediction Harriet made during her life. If only she knew how truft. she was. Some say that she would only say, .“See, 1 told you so!” The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, na­ tional origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Mar. 8-12 Mar. 10 ANR Week, MSU Campus. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 National Ads Mar. 10 p.m. at the Extension Office. Annual Food/Nutrition Conference at MSU, ROUTE DRIVER (BREAD DELIVERY) to $14.42/hr+ benefits. Local. Will train. 616­ 949-2424. Jobline fee. Mar. 11 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (FOOD MANUFACTURER) to $ 10.45/hr+ benefits. 616-949­ 2424. Jobline fee. Mar. Mar. Mar. Mar. CABLE/C.A.T.V IN­ STALLER- to $ 1,000/week. On job training. 616-949-2424. Jobline fee. DATA ENTRY/TYPIST- to $12.50/hr+ benefits. Need many permanent. 616-949-2424. Jobline fee. Mar. 11 11 13 13-14 15 Mar. 15 Mar. 16 Mar. 17 Mar. 18 Brochures available at Ext. Office. Outdoor and Environmental Education Work­ shop. Commodity Marketing Workshop - Dari’s Ban­ quet Hall, Alto. Precision Farming - soil variability. Super You Workshop, MSU Union. Family Science Workshop, Kettunen Center. Turkeys must-be in 4-H members/youth’s pos­ session. Cat Showmanship Workshop, 7 p.m. at-Expo Building. 4-H Leaders Club Meeting, 6 p.m. 4-H Advisory Meeting,.7:30 p.m. at the Exten­ sion Office. Regional Animal Science Leader Training, Alle­ ORDER PULLER/WAREHOUSE- to $16.82/hr+ ben­ efits. Local. Need now! 616-949­ 2424. Jobline fee. gan. Mar. 19-21 Folkpatterns and Global Education Workshop, Kettunen Center. Mar. 20 OUR Land Conference, Mid-Villa, Middleville. NEED BUSINESS CARDS, envelopes, brochures or more, call J-Ad Graphics at 616-945­ 9554 Mar. 22 Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Hastings High School Ag Room. Mar. 26-27 Horticulture and Plant Science Workshop, Kettunen Center. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS FULLER ST. SCHOOL YOUNG FIVES AND KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION AND ROUNDUP APRIL 26TH • 29TH PLEASE REGISTER FOR YOUR CHILD'S ROUNDUP APPOINTMENT BY CALLING FULLER ST. SCHOOL - 852-9468 YOUNG FIVES/KINDERGARTEN PARENT ORIENTATION AND STORY HOUR MEETING ON TUESDAY. APRIL 13TH AT TjOO-P —te . (»» U> Q Er> �The Maple Galley News. Nashville. Tuesday March 9. 1999 - Page 6 Horses and music keepSyrup Queen busy by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Michelle Jewel) is allergic to horses, but she still loves them and spends a good deal of her spare time in the sad­ dle. Sixteen-year-old Michelle is getting ready for a differ­ ent ride next month When Vermontville’s Maple Syrup Festival rolls around, shell be louring the streets of the village on the queen's float Michelle, the daughter of Donald and Janice Jewell of Nashville, last month was selected to reign as the 1999 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Sharing the royal duties is Hayley Todd. 17, daughter of Rodney and Robyn Todd of Ver­ montville, who was picked as the alternate queen. The two will serve as the community’s ambassadors, promoting Vermontville's maple syrup products around the state and presiding over Vermontville's Festival, April 23-25. Michelle said her favorite festival event is the grand parade and she has been in past line-ups as part of the high school band. She also enjoys volunteering a cou­ ple of hours each year to serve pancakes at the Band Boosters' festival fund­ raiser. "I like to walk around and look at the different exhibits and go to the craft show," she said. Already Michelle and Hayley are making plans to represent Vermontville at the Maple Syrup Run in Ada at the end of this month and in Lansing, Charlotte, Ionia and possibly the Tulip Festival in Holland and the Fort Michilimackinac pa­ rade. Michelle has recently vis­ ited five area syrup produc­ ers and hopes to soon see all the members of the Ver- Music is an important part of Michelle's life. Pictured here with her tenor saxophone, she also plays clarinet. montville Maple Syrup As­ sociation. She said she's en­ joyed learning about their individual syrup production set-ups and hearing their ex­ periences with tapping and boiling the maple sap. Michelle's favorite way to use maple syrup is tradi­ tional - on French toast and pancakes. She hopes to learn how to make maple candy before her one-year reign is over. Despite her hectic sched­ ule of extracurricular activi­ ties plus a part-time job, Michelle has a 4.0 grade point average at Maple Valley High School where she is a member of the junior class. She hopes to pursue a career as an ul­ trasound technician or a physical therapist Before moving to Nashville, Michelle, who was born at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, and her family lived in Ionia and Pittsburgh, Penn. Michelle has three sisters: Marie, 19, who attends col­ lege in Florida; Melissa, 12, and Mary Beth, 9. "My parents chose this area particularly because of the school system," Michelle said. "My father had gone here for a couple of years when he was a teenager. They liked the teachers and the close-knit community and everything." She began attending Nashville's Fuller Street El­ ementary School half-way through her kindergarten year. That was followed by classes at Kellogg Elemen­ tary. Michelle's love for horses began when the family moved to Nashville and started raising their own horses. Jasmine and Chick, two of the Jewells' six horses, are Michelle’s and she rides them in competitive events in 4-H and the high school's Equestrian Club. Jasmine is half Arab and half quarter horse and Chick is a regis­ tered quarter horse. For three or four years as a youngster, Michelle rode her sister's pony, Rebel, and captured overall grand champion honors several years in speed events at the Eaton County Fair. With The Revue The Vermontville Theatrical Group Presents.., OKLAHOMA.! Music by Richard Rodgers; Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II Based on the Play “Green Grow the Lilacs” by Lynn Riggs March 5, 6, 12, 13 at 7:00 p.m. March 7, 13, 14 at 2:00 p.m. Adults $8.00 • Senior Citizens $7.00 • Children 12 & Under $5.00 Advance Tickets Call 616-367-4455 Tickets may be available at the door. Patron members please call to reserve seat. Performance at the Vermontville Opera House Horseback riding and competing in equestrian events are enjoyable pastimes for Michelle Jewell. Rebel, she also placed 5th in a barrel contest during state competition. Michelle, secretary of the Maple Valley Riders 4-H Club, has earned a bevy of trophies, ribbons, plaques and even a couple of fancy belt buckles for her eques­ trian skills. She scooped up all of her trophies in a 1994 Eaton County 4-H Horse Devel­ opmental Committee show where she won first place in all the events. ' "I used to be on the Eaton County Rodeo Team until it was disbanded a couple of years back," she said. "The state pretty much got rid of the program. It was a lot of fun," she said of goat tying and barrel racing, which in­ volves riding a horse as quickly as possible around three large drums that an? set up in a cloverleaf pattern. Being part of the high school's Equestrian Club Continued next page �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 9, 1999 - Page 7 From previous page was exciting last fall when the team placed second in its division during competition with other high schools. "We had a lot of fun," she said, even though the club is not sanctioned as a var­ sity sport Three horse shows are held every fall and feature western pleasure, showman­ ship and barrel racing. About 10 teens participate on the Maple Valley team. One of the reasons, she enjoys all types of eques­ trian shows and events is that "the people who are in­ volved with them are very friendly and they are nice," Michelle said. "You can al­ ways find people to talk to. The people really come to­ gether to help each other. "I like being around horses," she said. "Horses are so willing to listen to you. They don't talk back to you. They are quiet and they are so willing to please. They want to do the best. It's up to you to figure out how best to teach them. You just have to be calm and patient and in the end, you'll end up getting far more love in return than you ever expected. I really like that," Michelle said. No wonder her favorite childhood book is "Black Beauty." Raising horses also in­ volves a lot of work, espe­ cially in nice weather, A bevy of trophies, ribbons, plaques and even a couple of fancy belt buckles are some of the awards Michelle has received for her equestrian skills. Michelle is quick to say. Besides the daily feeding,, watering and sheltering,, summer months mean spending time to exercise the horses. And "I have to make sure they are brushed and clean...I have to make sure they are really prepared for shows. I really like it" She enjoys riding English and Western, "two com­ pletely different disciplines so I have to vary my riding styles." In addition to being aller­ gic to horses, Michelle is allergic to hay, but she still is willing to pitch in with the "haying" process on the family farm. "I take allergy medica­ tions and allergy shots. I pretty much deal with it," she said. A peach-faced lovebird, named Squeak, is one of the few pets that doesn't give Michelle an allergic reac­ tion. Squeak is fond of sit­ ting on her shoulder and doesn't seem to mind the baths she gives the bird. Music is another love for Michelle. After several years of piano lessons, she started playing clarinet and worked her way to the first chair in the high school band. She also enjoys being the lead tenor saxophone player in the school's Jazz Band, which performs during basketball games. Band is "a lot of work but it’s definitely worth it in the end when you see how well people work together," Michelle said. "I like it in band when you go into high school (for the first time), you really don't know a lot of people sometimes but when you get to band class you've automatically got a classroom full of friends. Everybody's usually really willing to work together." She started playing tenor saxophone when she wanted to be in the Jazz Band, which she said is’ "big brass." "I like the finished prod­ uct," Michelle said of band. "I like to hear that you can actually create a song work­ ing together." Jazz band members re­ hearse during their own time, once a week in the morning before school starts and for a couple of hours one evening a week. She said the time is worthwhile because "I like the people who are in the Jazz Band. Everybody's pretty dedicated and pretty serious, but we still know how to have a good time and have fun. We enjoy being together and making music." At school, Michelle also is a member of the National Honor Society and enjoys helping a friend paint the sets for school musicals and dramas. When Michelle was a freshman she wanted to get a taste of acting and had a part in "The Mouse That Roared." "I thought it was neat, but I didn't really think act­ ing was my sort of thing." Her best friend Eren Berry designs the sets for all the dramas and musicals and Michelle helps Eren with the painting. "I've found that I like the art part of it a lot more than acting," Michelle said. Academically, she doesn't have a favorite class but said she really likes math and science classes plus her band class. On the home front, Michelle said, "I really like to cook." Some of her culi­ nary efforts have been en­ tered as 4-H projects at the fair. fair. "I like to cook for our family," she added. "I've cooked Christmas dinner and TAXES • TAXES Thanksgiving dinner when my mom has to work. "I really like to make ap­ ple pie. I like to try new things so recently I made a special triple layer chocolate cake for my dad for his boss' birthday at work." Sewing is another skill Michelle has acquired and one year she won a 4-H grand champion award for stitching a pair of slacks and a fitted vest. Other interests include reading a variety of books and being a member of the youth group at Nashville Assembly of God Church. She also enjoys being part of the teen group at the Vermontville Bible Church when she can. Michelle said she is grate­ ful to have a part-time job at a small company that builds boat docks and lifts. She works there a couple of hours after school, helping with secretarial duties, a little bit of "shop work" and taking care of the lawn in the summer. 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Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm 1 1 Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 m </> 219 NORTH MAIN STREET 352-0345 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday 9 am to 4 pm Saturday �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday March 9 1999 - Page B PRIDE Plus winners get pop, pizza, time off Pride Plus students in the 8th grade show off their new Pride shirts. student was presented with a neon yellow PRIDE Plus tee-shirt. Seventh Grade Pride Plus students in the 7th grade received Pride tee-shirts. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer PRIDE Plus students in the seventh and eighth grade at the Maple Valley Junior/Senior High School re­ cently enjoyed an hour off during school hours to en- HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - joy pizza and pop. Requirements for the group are based on mini­ mum tardies and unexcused absences, along with only A's and B's. "It was a great job overall by the students," said Principal Todd Gonser. "These are the students who work extra hard and put extra work into their grades to get all A's and B's." "They loved being served pizza," said Gonser. "They had a great time." After the meal, a cere­ mony was held and each Patrick Andrews, Kathryn Carney, Penny Curtis, Joel Drallette, Megan Garvey, El­ isha Gibson, Jamie Hayes, Stephanie Joostbums, Chris Kitchen, Hilary Krolik, Kristina McCallum, Kyle Musser, Christi O’Dell, Glenn Powers, Meagan Put­ nam, Derek Ripley, Chayla Robles, Daniel Sealy, Amber Terberg, Andrew Thomason, Ty Vanalstine, Muriel Wie- land, Kelly Wilson, Wolever. Laci Eighth Grade Owen Blakely, Rachel Brandenburg, Matthew Brumm, Jason Campbell, Nathan Carney, Katie Clark, Holly Clouse, Jessica Cow­ ell, Chad Croff, Brenda Day­ ton, Jonathan Denton, Emily Doyle, Rachelle Drallette, Jennifer Dunn, Kari Emer­ ick, Austin Fassett, Elizabeth Favre, Holly Forest, Ashley Gordeneer, Jennifer Grant. Jessie Grant, Stacey Hamilton, Jarrard Klapko, Britt Leonard, Elizabeth Lincoln, Jessica Mansfield, Samantha Mater, Shaina May, Mindy McKelvey, Collin McClean, Nicole McMillon, Tim Miller, Beth Mulvany, Aubrey Murphy, Melissa Nisse, Sarah Perry. Jennie Pettengill, Meaghan Pierce, Karla Rasey, Dawn Rhoades, Kaylene Rutledge, Amanda Scramlin, Michelle Silsbee, Michael Sleeper, Micah Tobias, Cassie Turner, Zachary Vorce, Cydney West, ^ichrad Wilson. FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out on Issues Put rails to trails issue on ballet Dear editor: SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts • Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy Experts I am writing on behalf of myself and the other farmers and landowners with the abandoned railroad bed on their property. There was been much dis­ cussion recently about Rails to trails making a pedestrian only walkway from Nash­ ville and on through to Hast­ ings and beyond. The deed stated that the railroad bed property reverted back to the landowner when the railroad was abandoned back in the 1960s. In the past few wdeks, I have received threatening telephone calls. I have been told that I will not have any easement rights through my property if this trail is com­ pleted. I was wondering how I will be able to farm my land in back of the railroad bed if the trail is completed. I was also advised that nei­ ther I nor my family mem­ bers will be allowed to use •the trail if it is completed. I am concerned that the potential misuse of a pedes­ trian trail. Misuse of my property has been an ongo­ ing problem for years. The railroad has seemed to be a local hangout for poachers and late night rev­ elers. I am constantly clean­ ing up old mattresses, car tires and the debris from many parties on my land. I have come upon people camping in my woods with­ out my knowledge. I can only worry that this situation will become worse. Who will have police ju­ risdiction over trails not in the village limits? I know that my adjacent neighbors are voicing the same con­ cerns. As a Castleton Township resident and a taxpayer, I am wondering about the poten­ tial cost to Castleton town­ ship residents. I don’t think that they are getting the full details as to where the money will come from for future maintenance and other costs. The grants need to be paid back? I was never polled as to whether I did or not want a trail since it was a village­ wide poll only. I have spoken to friends who live inside the. village limits, and it is my understanding the pollsters were very vague when ques­ tioned about the above con­ cerns. I am wondering why tax­ payers would be willing to pay forever for a trail when our school district does not have a swimming pool that our children and all mem­ bers ofthe community could enjoy year round and cannot compete with Class A schools athletically. It is my opinion'that tax dollars could and should be better spent. Ifthis project in any way will raise the taxes of the residents of Castleton Township, then I feel that the trail issue needs to be placed on the ballot for everyone to decide. Everyone needs to decide this issue with every detail explained beforehand. William A. Amburgey, Nashville For Sale DOUBLE, PILLOW TOP QUEEN SIZE BED, Luxury Firm mattress set, 2 months old, still sealed in plastic, did not use. Sold for $800, will sell for $350 proffer. 517-227-0006 BED, PILLOW TOP KING, bought new 1 month ago, but never used (still in plastic), nice as new, cost $1,050, sacrifice $400 or best. 517-626-2629 FOR SALE: QUEEN SLEEPER SOFA, like new, spring mattress, $150.00obo, call 616-945-5091 NOTICE The Village of Nashville has an opening for a Zoning Administrator Any Village resident interested in applying for this opening should contact the Village office at 206 N. Main between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday, by March 24,1999. Nashville Village Council �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 9, 1999 - Page 9 Obituaries Commission on Aging menu Lite Meals Menu Wednesday, March 10 Samantha /. Cook NASHVILLE Samantha J. Cook, age 15, of Nashville, passed away Monday afternoon, March 1, 1999 at her home following a long illness. Samantha was bom November 21, 1983 in Lansing, the daughter of David Cook and Colleen Carter. She attended Eaton Intermediate School District. Samantha was preceded in death by her grandparents, Virgil R. Carter, Nancy and Carl Sichler, and -her great grandparents, Floyd and Patricia Rush. She is survived by her parents, Colleen ad Bruce Fisher, David and Helen Cook, all of Nashville; brothers sisters, & Anthony, Joseph and Ryan Cook,, Raymond and Kristen Hole, Abel Fisher, all of Nashville, and Nolen Fisher of Florida; grandparents, Vemie and Linda Nichols of Bellevue, Emmajean Fisher of Flushing; great grandmother, Irene Whitaker of Charlotte; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and special friends. Services for Samantha were held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, March 5, 1999 at Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken. Pastor Bruce Higdon officiated. Interment was in Hillside Cemetery, Kalamo. Thelma (Stults) Allen BROOKFIELD TOWNSHIP, CHARLOTTE - Thelma (Stults) Allen, age 91, of Brookfield Township, Charlotte, passed away March 1, 1999 at Golden Days Adult Foster Care, Charlotte. She was bom January 19, 1908 in Lee Township, Calhoun County to Adelbert and Catherine Stults. Mrs. Allen attended Olivet High School for three years and graduated from Marshall High School in 1925. Thelma married Forrest W. Allen in 1935, he passed away in 1984 after 49-1/2 years of marriage. Mrs. Allen was a homemaker and enjoyed farm life, traveling and dancing. She was a former member of the Emma Grange, the women of the Moose Lodge in Marshall and the Farm Bureau. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Edna Masters and two brothers, Lewis (Mike) Stults, Leslie (Tim) Stults. Mrs. Allen is survived by her son, David Lynn (Gail) Allen of Charlotte; two grandsons, Jacob Little of Indianapolis, Indiana, Justin Little of Charlotte; sister, Alma Bingham of Nashville and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mrs. Allen were held on Wednesday, March 3, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Pastor Geri Litchfield officiated. Interment was in Perry Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital of Charlotte. Elisabeth A. H. Suntken MH ' ’ ttaMWk :iji& tepfct* tai- ijM'dmta ttitai ftisMfe eW ta^talWW liffl it itatitoW IE tnfo dkWiiiM*11 uxt ad ci ta®*^ i^sd ttfeni"! I Wojtfiii®' ii«> “2 top tiuih NASHVILLE Mrs. Elisabeth A.H. Suntken, age 95, of Nashville, passed away Saturday, March 6, 1999 at Tendercare of Hastings. She was bom September 10, 1903 in Germany, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. John Kropp. She graduated from the Adult Education Program at Lakewood High School in Lake Odessa. Elisabeth married Will Suntken in Chicago in 1935, he passed away January 20, 1991. The couple moved to Nashville in 1957 from Sunfield. Mrs. Suntken retired from Lake Odessa Machine Products in 1965. She was a member of the Gates School District Birthday Club and the Parents Teachers Association there. She was a member of the Sunfield Methodist Church where she was a Sunday School Teacher for many years and a member of the Womens Society of Christian Services there. WANTED BY CASTLETON MAPLE GROVE - NASHVILLE TRANSFER RECYCLING CENTER Responsible and dependable person to work as treasurer for the Castleton - Maple Grove Nashville Transfer Recycling Board. For details phone (517) 852-9479 or 852-0795. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair John; sisters, May and Lydia. She is survived by her sons, Gary (Karen) Suntken of Vermontville, Ivan (Minnie Jenson) Suntken of Vermontville, David (Linda) Suntken of Woodland; 20 grandchildren; 21 peat grandchildren; & sister, Louise Hacker of Wisconsin. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 9, 1999 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Funeral Services for Mrs. Suntken will be Wednesday, March 10, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel with Reverend James Hynes of Nashville United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will Meadowbrook be in Cemetery, Mulliken. Memorials may be made to the Nashville United Richard Cobb • David 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville She was a member of the Nashville Methodist Church and its Womens Group and taught Sunday School there. She was a member of the Nashville Garden Club and enjoyed knitting, crocheting, working puzzles, and taking care of her grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her sons, Raymond and Donald Suntken; grandson, David Harris; brothers, Paul and Methodist Church charity of choice. Mich. Lie. #23-1748 or a Thin slices of salami on light rye bread, marinated vegetable, mixed fruit. 'Thursday, March 11 Lean corned beef on light rye bread, kraut salad, sweet black cherries. sauce. Monday, March 15 Chilled chicken leg, din­ ner roll, pea salad, plum halves. Tuesday, March 16 Seafood salad, crackers, cucumber salad, mandarin oranges. 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SAT. 10-6 P.M.; SUN. 10-4:30 P.M., $2.00 ADMIS­ SION. Thursday, March 11 Featured ofthe Month. Friday, March 12 Braised beef in bed of rice, spinach, carrots, mixed fruit. Monday, March 15 Honey baked ham, com bread, lima beans, yams, applesauce. Tuesday, March 16 Mediterranean chicken, muffin, cheesy broccoli, diced beets, diced peaches. Events Wednesday, March 10Hastings, Nashville 5; Nashville, Country Strings Woodland, trivia day Delton, visiting phy. Deborah Scudder. Thursday, March 11 Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, social day. Friday, March 12 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, vis­ iting phy., Deborah Scudder. Monday, March 15 Hastings, music; Nashville, Nashville 5X12; Woodland, bingo; Delton, game day. Tuesday, March 16 Hastings, trivia day;, Alz. meeting 1-3; Nashville, triv­ ia day. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, March 9, 1999 - Page 10 Center Stage Dancers compete in Dearborn Center Stage competitive teams recently went to the Spotlight poise and L.A. Danceforce Dance Convention in Dearborn, where they had a chance to shake it up with some of the top dance professional in­ structors from Los Angeles. The convention consisted while concentrating on the technique skills taught by Sanderson. The LA Danceforce Con­ vention offers competition, dance classes and an oppor­ tunity to audition for mone­ of two full days of a variety of dance instruction, starting with a warm-up at 8:30 in the morning and ending tary awards, and LA Dance­ force scholarships. Rebecca Kent, 9, of Dancers, gain self-confidence Nashville, won a scholar­ ship. She had to compete around 5 p.m. , To prepare for such an event, Kelly Sanderson, di­ rector of Center Stage Dance Academy, held a sleepover party for all the spotlight dancers, with a evening full of dance and fun. A mini­ competition was the high­ light of the evening. Elected as Miss Spotlight was Elizabeth Studt of Woodland and Mr. Spotlight Seth Beduhn of Hastings. The sleepover was de­ signed to help develop some special friendships, to en­ with more than 150 dancers in her age group (8-to-12year olds). Kent is the first dancer from Center Stage to receive such an honor. The mini-spotlight com­ petitive group danced to the Broadway song “Big Time,” taking home with them a bronze. The dancers were Meagan Brockway of Ionia, Ashley Clark of Woodland, Rebecca Kent of Nashville, Lindsey Salazar of Lake Odessa and Lauren Pierce of Nashville. The junior spotlight com- courage the spirit of all the Rebecca Kent of Nashville won an LA Danceforce scholarship, this first ever from Center Stage to win such an honor. petitive group performed a jazz number to “Just A Little Bit,” taking home a bronze. The members were Olivia Blakley of Nashville, Jac­ quelyn Bedunn of Hastings, Ashley Clark of Woodland, Kari Dubois of Sunfield, Sarah Duits of Sunfield, Sami Ehl of Morrison Lake, Cori Shanks of Lake Odessa, Adrian Thomas of Wood­ land, and Kallie Walker of Complete Overall Paint Collision Work Rust Repair Touch Up Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday or by Appointment Free Estimates 8373 W. Kinsel Hwy. Vermontville, MI State Certified for all Collision Repair (517) 726-0955 1/2 Mile East of Ionia Road Owner Allen Felzke Lake Odessa. The major spotlight com­ petitive team won a high sil­ ver award. The majors per­ formed a jazz number to the song “Deeper Love.” The members were Amy Erdman of Sunfield, Neena Collins Continued in column 4 Winning Ways With Trophy Onions Baking Enhances Sweet Disposition OfTexas 1015s (NAPS)—There’s nothing half-baked about this idea. 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Combine wine, butter, vinegar and desired sea­ sonings in a small bowl; pour over onions. Sprin­ kle with salt and pepper. Cover dish and bake in a preheated 375-degree oven 45 to 50 minutes or until onions are very soft, basting with liquid halfway through cook­ ing time. Halve onions. Pour liquid over onionsbefore serving. Makes 4 servings. Variation 1: The Baker If you have an onion baker, follow the directions above with these excep­ tions: After putting the Variation 2: The Grill If grilling is your pref­ erence, here’s how: Cut tops and bottoms offonions and cut into 1-inch thick slices; place in shallow pan or zip­ lock bag. Combine 1 table­ spoon olive oil (in place of butter) with wine, vinegar and desired seasonings; pour over onions and let marinate several hours. Layer onions in a grill bas­ ket over medium-hot coals, or carefully place slices directly onto grill. Cook approximately 5 to 7 min­ utes or until streaked with brown, basting with mari­ nade occasionally. 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If you need a little fun in life, then meet this kind-hearted single white female, 40,5’3*, fullfigured, with blonde hair and blue eyes, who searches to find a generous single gentleman, 34-60. She likes sports, bowling, camping, music and dining out. Ad#.8291 ON IMPULSE A love for all aspects of life is possessed by this single white female, 30, whose main inter­ ests are camping, fishing, hunting, boating and going to the movies. She is searching ffor a single white male, 25-40, who is caring, ring, nonest ana compassionate. Ad#.847O HONESTY IS THE KEY Single white mom, 35, 57”, 125lbs., with strawberry-blonde hair and blue eyes, who enjoys going to church and spending time with her children, seeks a single white male, 32-40. Ad#.72O6 STILL HOPEFUL Sincere, humorous single white female, 30, who enjoys sports, listening to music and dindin­ ing out, is seeking an honest, trustworthy sin­ gle white male. 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ONE HAPPY LADY Is this thoughtful divorced Asian mom, 37.5', 102lbs., with black hair and eyes, who enjoys movies, cooking and dancing. ncing. She is looking for an honest, thoughtful and caring single white male, 37-45, for a possible relationship. Ad#.8922 Friendly and sincere, with good morals, is this single white female, 62,5’9* with salt and pep­ per hair and brown eyes, who searches for a non-smoking, pleasant single white male, under 68. She is into movies, dining out, golf­ ing and bowling. Ad#.7184 THE PERFECT TIME IN STORE FOR A FUN TIME Easygoing single white mom of two, 36, 5’4", , with hazel eyes, who enjoys fishing, boating and riding motorcycles, would like to share life with a sincere single male, over 36. Ad#.8082 You're headed toward happiness when you meet this single white female, 38, 5'3", with reddish-brown hair and blue eyes, who looks forward to meeting a true gentleman, 32-34. She is into creative writing, hiking, going to the lake and billiards. 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NEW TO THE AREA Single white female, 29, 57”, 150lbs., with blonde hair and brown eyes, who enjoys autumn walks, sports, boating, fishing, camping, movies, karaoke and more, is seeking a i single white mate, 25-45, who has similar interests. Ad#.8002 BACK TO THE BASICS Easygoing single white male, 39, 5’8”, with brown hair/eyes, who enjoys auto racing, camping and the outdoors, is seeking an easygoing single white female, 34-44, with similar interests. Ad#.5985 WILL TREAT YOU RIGHT Get to know this friendly, outgoing single white male, 50, who enjoys hunting, action movies, country music and dancing. He is se seeking g an energetic, slender, attractive single wnite female. Ad#.4271 A WORK OF ART Handsome single white male, 21, who enjoys music, drawing and sculpting, is looking forr an interesting, ting, open open-minded single white rema remale, 19-25. 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Darin Thrun scored 20 points, Nick Jones 12 and Justin Sealy 10 in the Pennfield contest. Sealy also pulled down 6 rebounds, while Phenix collected 8 caroms. Sealy and John Terberg each tallied 12 points versus Bronson and Thrun had 9 markers. Phenix managed 6 rebounds and Mike Hirneiss made 5 scored 14 points and Nick Jones added 9 markers. Jacob Skelton pulled down 9 rebounds, Phenix collected 7 caroms and Jones had 6 boards. Phenix also dished out 5 assists, while Jones- and Thrun each had 4 assists. Jones had 6 steals, Thrun 3 steals, Terberg 2 blocks and Phenix had 2 blocks. steals. Nick Jones had a big offensive showing in the Central Montcalm contest with 19 points. Thrun tallied 13, Sealy scored 12 to go along with his 7 rebounds and Hirneiss added 11 points. Once again the Lions received a solid team effort in beating Olivet. Thrun Lady Lion spikers take fifth at SMAA Maple Valley's varsity volleyball team that placed second in the SMAA league standings during the regular season finished in the same position at the league tournament Feb. 27 at NOTICE To oil veterans: Have you served two years in the ARMY NAVY MARINES AIR FORCE or COAST GUARD and received a Honorable or Medical discharge? The Department of Veterans Affairs respectfully request you register and be issued a C-number. So that, if you require medical services, application for same would be simplified by presentation of your C number card. Proof of ser­ vice ice required, for registration. The American LegionChilds-Demeray hilds-Demeray Post 222 Vermontville Michigan is host­ ing a pot-luck dinner March 12 1999 at 7:00 PM. You and your spouse are invited to attend. Meat, Potatoes, Rolls and Coffee furnished. Bring own table service and a dish to pass. A Department of Veterans Affairs representative will be present to explain and register you in this program. Would appreciate an RSVP from those who plan to attend to either phone #(517) 726-1111 or #(517) 726­ 0361. Olivet. The Lady Lions were fifth at the regular season finale. Maple Valley defeated Leslie and Morrice at the event, but were eventually ousted by Leslie. The Dansville spikers won the league tournament after placing third during the regular season. Recreation FISH FOR STOCKING: Gi­ ant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth , Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis’ Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, Mi 49055., 616-628-2056 days., 616-624-6215 evenings. YOU WANT QUALITY AT AFFORDABLE PRICES when you buy printing. Call JAd Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph9459554or stop in at 1952 N. Broad­ way, Hastings Maple Valley's fifth grade hoop team had a perfect regular season and were second at the end-of-theyear tournament. (Photo provided) Troll Book Fair is March 29-April 1 The Maple Valley High School Library will be host for a Troll Book Fair from March 29 through April 1. There will be a Parents’ Night Tuesday, March 30, that will run from 6 to 8 p.m. Included will be refresh­ ments and drawings throughout the night for coupons. The coupons are good for $5 off any books purchased. Parents may also come any time during school hours. This special reading event will have some of the best award winning and other popular titles on display. There will be a big selection of books, along with an ex­ clusive “Teachers’ and Par- ents’ Comer,” loaded with at-home activity books, skill and craft books, and more. “Book fair are important events,” said spokesperson Sheila Dunn. “Not only do 3-4# Pkg., Chops they help us get more books for our library, but they open up the wonderful world of reading to our children. Stu­ dents will have time during the school day to browse the fair and select books.” Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 905-9550 to place your classified ad. 18 Oz., Tyson Thorn Apple Valley Corned Beef 'fa Maple Valley's fifth grade girls basketball team recently concluded a banner season. The hoop squad had an overall record in the regular season of 8-0 and finished second with a 4-1 mark at the tournament. The team is coached by Doug Cook. Team members are Sarah Trumble, Courtney Warner, Leanne Paxton, Lynzie Rigelman, Dhanielle Tobias, Bekah Welch, Stacie Cook, Jenna Denton and Salena Woodman. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 11/March 16,1999 Maple Valley High sports ‘cuts’ to be allowed by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter After considerable debate, the Maple Valley School Board voted last week to allow team "cuts" for sports teams from the freshmen to varsity teams. Previously team limits were only applied to varsity level. The motion passed 4-2, with Frank Dunham and Tim James dissenting. "Due to the sheer numbers that we have, the quality is not there,” said Athletic Director Rick Arnett. "When we get into those situations it becomes a deterrent to the team." "The part that makes this "Myself, I am opposed to a win/win situation is the a student cut and if we do I way the coaches handle think we need an intramural this," said Superintendent program instituted if we do Clark Volz. "I think the end have a cut," said Dunham. result is that our teams will This targets 12 of the get the coaching that they girls' teams and seven of the need." guys' sports and that seems Dunham seemed opposed really odd to me," said to the idea citing that there James. were not many activities for Arnett replied that there kids to do in the area. are more girls' sports in "Our students' parents are place. paying a tremendous Board member Wayne amount of money and they Curtis asked if it was would probably expect their possible to have a grievance children to be able to policy. participate in sports," he "I understand what you are said. "It is a good use of saying, but we have to be their time." empowering these coaches," said Volz. He also said that cut lists will not be posted and coaches would sit down and talk to the students who did not make the team. In other business at the meeting the board: • Listened to a presentation from Ralph Hansen the vocational education director at Eaton Intermediate Schools, about the program he directs. He encouraged finding ways to get more students to participate in vocational education. Twenty-three students from Maple Valley now attend the classes, which are held at Lansing Community College. High School Principal Todd Gonser cited the long travel time as a deterrent for the students. • Approved an AP Drama trip to Stratford, Ontario, on May 21, and 22. • Approved a request for leave from bus driver Darlene Joostberns until April 5. • Approved the bids from the company School Specialty for all the regular supplies for the classrooms. • Approved furniture purchases for the new additions at the school and for older parts as well. • Heard Volz mention the upcoming school board elections to be held June 14. Deadline file file petitions is April 14. Three seats are open, including those of President Mike Callton's four-year term, Tim James' I think the end result is that our teams will get the coaching they need.” - Clark Volz four-year term and David Favre's seat, which he was appointed to earlier this year to fill, a three-year term. Fuller and Maplewood celebrate Reading Month in different ways These three students in Bob Smith's class at Maplewood enjoy reading their favorite books during Reading Month. Smith said the students will focus on different topics each week to emphasis reading. Maplewood Principal Nancy Potter delights students by reading them some of her favorite books. A Book Fair was held last week at Fuller to coincide with Reading Month. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Fuller and Maplewood schools have been celebrat­ ing Reading Month with a variety of activities. Fuller has been starting the day with poetry or a short book read over the in­ tercom by the reading month coordinator, Tammy Wilde. Wilde also teaches third grade. . "We are doing a ton of stuff," said Wilde. "We have a solar system space theme for the month. We have cel­ ebrated Dr. Seuss Day, we have bad Read a Hat Day. Thursday we had Read a Shirt day, and we will be having Read a Beanie and Read a Pin Day also." Wilde said the activities were going very well and the kids are really excited. "We also are counting up reading hours for prizes and we have gotten community support from Good Time Pizza, Carl's Supermarket, and the McDonald's in Char- “We also are counting up read­ ing hours for prizes and we have gotten community support from Good Time Pizza, Carl’s Supermarket, and the McDonald’s in Charlotte and Hastings. It has really encour­ aged reading by students* - Reading Month coordinator Tammy Wilde lotte and Hastings. It has re­ ally encouraged reading by the students." Throughout last week the classrooms held read-ins. The students brought blan­ kets from home and have quiet reading time with soft music. Also going on last week was a book fair organized by Julie Khouri, and MaryAnne Curth. "We have held raffle draw­ ings and played book bingo with the kids," said Khouri. In This Issue • Sixth-grader suspended for bringing BB gun, knife • Nashville Council still grappling with employees’ pay scale • Council doesn’t accept police chief’s resignation • ‘South Pacific' opens at Maple Valley High School March 18 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 16, 1999 - Page 2 Student suspended for bringing BB gun, knife to school by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter A Maplewood sixth-grader who was found in posses­ sion of an unloaded BB pis­ tol, and a knife has been suspended for 180 school days by the school board's decision March 8. The child's parents did not year)?" asked board member attend the meeting. "This young man quali­ Frank Dunham. fies for special education so "Yes," Volz replied. we have an obligation to "Will he be able to fit provide those services," said back in?" asked Dunham. Superintendent Clark Volz. "I'm sure it will have "We will still receive fund­ some impact... I'm not sure ing for the student." how his placement will go. "He will be able to come We could do some place­ back March 8 (of next ment tests and see how that ered the weapons in the stu­ dent's bag. No other children were present in the class­ room at the time. The parents of the student were notified as well as Eaton County Sheriffs offi­ cers, who confiscated the weapons. Immediately fol­ lowing the incident, Volz goes," said Volz. "The administration-and the local authorities did a good job on this," said Volz. The student was found with the weapons after a Maplewood teacher learned of the possibility and inves­ tigated. 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"We also had a guess the marshmallows in the jar contest. This is a fund-raiser for the PTO, which comes back to the kids. We have also sold school supplies. We gave each child a $3 coupon to get a free book." Students were celebrating in much the same way at Maplewood. The students celebrated Dr. Seuss day, and held read-ins. For Dr. Seuss day the children made pictures about the author and read his books, teacher Bob Smith said. The stu­ dents also dressed up as Dr. Seuss characters. Maplewood students cele­ brated poetry last week. Smith said the kids read po­ etry and listened to all kinds of poems. "We are trying to accentu­ ate women, as it is still Women's History Month. We had a guest reader Sheryl McLean come in and read poetry by Shel Silverstein," Smith said. "We focus on different things every week. 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(CH-4 �The^MapI? V^I^.Ngws^N^wlle.TqescJ^M^ch 16^19^-Pappz4,T Nashville council still grappling with pay scale issue by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council is still trying to come up with a pay rate sliding scale for village em­ ployees. The latest proposal at last Thursday night’s meeting drew argument and dis­ agreement on the council, and the idea of hiring a pro­ fessional to come in and do the policy was brought up. Disagreement came up about the difference in pay between the Department of Public Works and the police department. It's not an easy process," said President Dennis Mapes," when you have employees that have been here for so long and those that have not." From the audience, Bon­ nie White asked about in­ corporating a longevity bonus instead of continuing to increase the pay because they have been here a long time. "I'm hearing that the DPW workers have been here for 25 years and the po­ lice department has only been here less than four years... Pay them for the job they are doing and re­ ward them for the length they stay," White said. Mapes went on to say that he considered it one of the hardest things he has done as a president. He also said that the village pays the DPW for its thorough knowledge of the village's systems, and said that Scott Decker (the DPW director) is on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week "That includes vacation — if we had a problem he Two incumbents, Bonnie White win in village vote In Nashville, only 26 vot­ ers appeared at the polls Monday, May 8, as incum­ bents Frank Dunham and Steve Wheeler were re­ elected. They will be joined by newcomer Bonnie, wife of former Village President Gary White. Dunham had 22 votes, Wheeler had 17 and White 11. They were the only can­ didates for the three open po­ sitions. * Nashville Firemen ~ All-You-CnH-Eat Pankcake & Sausage Breakfast Pure Maple Syrup Saturday & Sunday, March 27th & 28th 7:00 am - 1:00 pm Adults $5.00, Kids $3.00 & Under 5 FREE “The thing is, you are not competing with villages that are the same size as you, you are competing with Battle Creek, Ionia... The only way you are going to get officers to stay here is to go up a level. As it is right now, you are not only looking at pay but retirement. We don’t have a retirement here, we have a savings plan." - Officer Terry Johnson would be here as soon as he could." Trustee Frank Dunham voiced his opinion that po­ lice officers were not being paid a wage comparable to DPW workers, and were not being paid enough. He quoted other wages for po­ lice officers from other de­ partments, such as the county and Hastings, which he said paid considerably more. Mapes pointed out to Dunham that Hastings has a much larger population. "We don't need to match their wage, but we at least have to come close enough where it's comfortable," said Dunham. "...Maybe we should look with the county and find out about a dedicated of­ ficer," said Mapes. "We did that and we had the estimate," said Dunham. "That was for 24-hour coverage," said Mapes. "And I'm not sure that all that's requested there is what we would want." "Why would you want any less for your citizens?" asked Dunham. "I don't want any less for our citizens, I just want value for our money," replied Mapes. "What's more important? The citizens?" asked Dun­ ham. "Well the citizens are go­ ing to have to decide. I pre­ fer having our own depart­ ment. But here the police chief brings in a bid from the county." said Mapes. "It was a request from the police committee to find out what it would cost," said Dunham. "You know, I can't un­ derstand why the police committee is making re­ quests without the council's knowledge,", said Mapes. "He was providing — do­ ing research," replied Dun­ ham. "I just don't understand how the village is operating then I guess I think request­ ing bids should be a council Barry County Commission on Aging menu, events set Lite Meals Menu Wednesday, March 17 Homemade chicken and pasta, salad, cole slaw, diced peaches. Thursday, March 18 Turkey and asparagus sal­ ad, Melba toast, potato salad, diced pineapples. Friday, March 19 Chicken salad spread, din­ ner roll, three bean salad, mixed fruit. Monday, March 22 Cheese spread, crackers, potato salad, diced pineap­ ple. Tuesday, March 23 Turkey and shell, Melba toast, three bean salad, mixed fruit. Hearty Meals Wednesday, March 17 Spaghetti and meatballs, asparagus, carrots, fresh orange. - Thursday, March 18 Eggs and sausage, pan­ cake, potatoes, apple sauce, fruit juice. Friday, March 19 Fish dinner, dinner roll, potatoes, mixed vegetables, diced pears. Monday, March 22 Turkey dinner, com bread stuffing, green beans, whipped potatoes, sweet treats. Tuesday, March 23 Sauteed beef tips and noo­ dles, winter blend vegeta­ bles, confetti corn, fresh banana. Events Wednesday, March 17Hastings, Potluck, Delton Party; Nashville, Visiting Phy., Deborah Scudder; Woodland, blood pressure day, Kathy MMAP. Thursday, March 18Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, social day. Friday, March 19 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, I ft by Kalhv TANNING NOW OPEN 1-888-286-8270 852-0313 207 N. Main • Nashville Hours: 9-5 Mon.-Fri.; 9-12 Sat. popcorn day and birthday party; Woodland, social day. Monday, March 22 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, bingo; Delton, game day. Tuesday, March 23 Hastings, trivia day; Nashville, trivia day. CHERYL’S J, HAIR SHOP A CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. 16 Something •Special decision, especially one as important as that." "This is what we are competing with, trying to keep qualified individuals." Dunham said of the other price quotes. Officer Terry Johnson said, "The thing is, you are not competing with villages that are the same size as you, you are competing with Battle Creek, Ionia... The only way you are going to get officers to stay here is to go up a level. As it is right now, you are not only looking at pay but retirement. We don't have a retirement here, we have a savings plan." Trustee Ginger Burd said, "Maybe having a profes­ sional come in has merit. Maybe we are too close to the situation. We almost have too much informa­ tion." • 16 »I6> I6> 16 « 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 • r^rMi Justin Cooley named Lion of the Month March 16th #3 Grandson "You Have Your Driving Hat on Now!" The Nashville Lions Club has chosen Justin Cooley as Lion of the Month for March. Cooley has more than 30 years with the club. Some of his favorite activities include White Cane Week, Lion mint distribution, and help­ ing the Lions with the Ver­ montville Syru Syrup Festival pancake project. “Jud spends many hours Love, Grandma & Grantipa Stewart 16 • 16 • 16 16 « 16 » 16 • 16 » 16 116 116 • 16 Justin Cooley Light a fire under the IRS Tired ofwaiting for your tax refund? With Rapid Refund, we will work to get you the highest possible refund - as quickly as possible. Ask about Rapid Refund electric filing at an H&R Block office nearyou. behind the griddle making thousands of pancakes,” said Lion Dave Mace. “We salute this Lion for his involvement in Lionism and local govern­ ment.” Cooley also serves as Castleton Township supervi­ sor. III \Ieinoriain Jill Vanderhoef You can trust H&R Block Serving you from two convenient locations: 354 S. Cochran, Suite 3, Charlotte, Ml (517) 543-4339 or (517) 372-6883 209 S. Main, Eaton Rapids, Ml (517) 663-1331 Rapid ■PRefund. 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If you can only rememberme with tears then don’t remember me at all. wife, Kay & family Kenyons Service Team One-Portland Vermontville Grocery Trumble Insurance WalMart- Charlotte Hometown Lumber Stantons Auctioneers Independent BankVermontville Maple LeafInn Kent Oil & Propane Clay’s Dinner Bell Nashville Locker Carl’s Super Market Country Cross Roads Kent's Standard Service Good Time Pizza Roadrunners Inn Nancy’s Beauty Shop Hamlins Quik Stop Sugar Hut Cafe Vermontville Hardware Harmon Family Vermontville Post Office I Eaton Federal-Nashville Musser’s Service Mace Pharmacy Riverside Oak Furniture Something Special by Kathy K1 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 16, 1999 - Page 5 Maple Valley Board of Education Regular Meeting MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Minutes of the Board of Education JrJSr. High School Library Monday, March 8,1999 at 7:00 p.m. MSHOP : ®I PIERCE Oirner । pCnsBi.Naslide.M 17-852-2377 1 Soaen 4 (Mta j; m I Mttrcia Lhi M®. I WU'JTSG Members Present: M. Callton, President, A Avery, Secretary, W. Curtis, F. Dunham, D. Favre, T. James, J. Sessions. Members Absent: None. 1. Opening: The meeting was called to order by President call­ ton at 7:00 p.m. A roll call vote was taken for attendance which is listed above. Others present. Administrators Arnett, Black, Gonser, Hynes, Miller, Mix, Pot­ ter and Supt. Volz. 2. Minutes! A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Ses-. sions to approve the minutes of the February 8,1999 meeting as presented. Motion carried 7-0. 3. Bills: A motion Was made by Dunham and supported by Avery to pay the bills in the amount of $67,861.88 as presented from the general fund. Motion carried 7-0. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Dunham to pay the bills in the amount of $495,780.70'as presented from the building and site fund. Mo­ tion carried 7-0. 4. Payroll: A motion was made by Avery and supported by James to transfer $267,891.71 for the February 19,1999 payroll and $246,684.77 for the March 5,1999 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Mo­ tion carried 7-0. 5. Communications: Written communications included the draft of a resolution from MASB opposing the Detroit school .takeover; Curtis shared a leg­ islative update from MASB urg­ ing members to write to their leg­ islators regarding the takeover legislation; a letter of congratula­ tions from SET/SEG in regard to how well the district is following safety standards as observed during a recent loss control visit; a letter' from Senator Dan De­ Grow stating that public educa­ tion is a top priority with the leg­ islature. 6. Recognition: Supt. Volz recognized David Favre and welcomed him as the newest board member. He presented Dr. Favre with an attache case in appreciation of his commitment to the community and his willing­ ness to serve on the Board of Education. 7. Reports: Mike Montieth of Wolgast Construction reported that many areas of the construc­ tion project are nearing comple­ tion with most classroom sec­ tions expected* to be finished by the end of March. Work will con­ tinue on the gym and all-purpose rooms. Brief reports from each build­ ing were presented. Supt. Volz reported that spring parent/teacher confer­ ences will be held this week. He stated that it is his plan to look toward student-led conferences next spring. The Vermontville Village Council and guests will be taking a tour of the building project on Tuesday evening. He is working with Nashville to arrange a similar tour. "Ralph Hansen and Tom Griffin of EISD presented a report of the courses and areas of study available to Maple Valley stu­ dents through the county voca­ tional education program. 8. Team limitations: A motion was made by Avery and sup­ ported by Favre to approve the Team Limitation proposal amending B. PROCEDURES as follows: 2. Players cut will be told in person by the coach. (Posting cut lists is forbidden) 3. Coaches will take the op­ portunity to discuss alternative possibilities for participation in another interscholastic sport or activity. Motion carried 4-2, Dunham and James voting nay; Callton did not vote. 9. AP English/Drama/Musical trip request: A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to approve the trip request for the students involved in AP English, Drama and the Musical to go to Stratford, Ontario. Mo­ tion carried 7-0. 10. Request for leave: A mo­ tion was made by Avery and supported by Dunham to ap­ prove Darlene Joostbern's re­ quest for a leave from February 19 to April 5, 1999. It is under­ stood that she will use six sick days and the remainder of her leave will be unpaid. Motion car­ ried 7-0. 11. Special education state­ ment: A motion was made by Curtis to adopt the special edu­ cation curriculum statement as presented. Motion carried 7-0. 12. School supply bids: A mo­ tion was made by Dunham and supported by James to approve School Specialty's bid for the purchase of classroom supplies for the 1999-2000 school year. Motion carried 7-0. 13. Policy revisions: A motion was made by Curtis and sup­ ported by Avery to approve the first reading of.revisions to poli­ cies BCBDA, DJED-R and IDFA as presented. Motion carried 7­ 0. 14. Spring sports coaches: A motion was made by Dunham and supported by Sessions to approve the following 1998-99 spring sports coaches as recom­ mended by Athletic Director Rick Arnett: Varsity Baseball - Guenther Mittelstaedt; JV Baseball - Chris Parkinson; Freshman Baseball Bryan Carpenter; Varsity Softball - Chris Ricketts, head coach, Steve Boggess, assistant; JV Softball - Duska Brumm; Fresh­ man Softball - Christy. Lamke; girls' Varsity Track - Gary Hamil­ ton, head coach; Jerry Sessions and Rob VanEngen, assistants; Boys' Varsity Track Gary Hamilton, head coach, Jerry Sessions and Rob VanEngen, assistants; Jr. High Track - Ryan Rosin and Brian Lincoln. Motion carried 7-0. 15. Annual election resolution.' A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Avery to ap- prove the Resolution Calling the Regular School Election as pre­ sented. Motion earned 7-0. 16. Approval of furniture pur­ chases: A motion was made by James and supported by Ses­ sions to approve the following furniture purchases from the Building and Site Fund: Architectural Systems Group for library furniture $27,790.00 Brainard for metal bookcases.'.............. 1,387.50 Childcraft for student tables 8,964.00 Dew-El for computer chairs 3,830.00 Hertz Furniture Systems for big book easels .2,325.00 Kaplan for wooden library chairs 2,123.80 McDonald's and Company for classroom tables 6,165.56 Modern Office Interiors for file cabinets and teacher chairs 10,571.18 School Specialty for teacher desks and JEFF WEILER TOTAL $105,443.98 17. Student expulsion: A mo­ tion was made by Curtis and supported by Avery to adopt the resolution to expel Gary Croff Jr. for 180 school days for posses­ sion of a dangerous weapon. Motion carried 7-0. 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Nashville, Tuesday, March 16, 1999 - Page 6 Exit interview sought Council doesn’t accept police chief’s resignation publicly criticize is un- "I am deeply disappointed and saddened at the fact that fair..." White went on to say that this man has felt so alien­ upon reading President ated. I'm not sure if it was Mapes quote in the Hastings because we did not show the Banner, in which he said he support we needed to. I'm was not surprised and talked very unhappy. about the experience Baker "I would like say at the brought to the village was very least that this council "big city," sounded to her owes it to the village to like Mapes resented the ex­ take the opportunity if the perience Chief Baker chief is willing to at least brought to the village. She sit down and conduct an ex­ also said that it implied that tensive exit interview so the council actions were to that he can outline the "drive Chief Baker out of things that caused him to town. make this decision so that "If this is the case," she we do not repeat any of said, "I am truly embar­ those scenarios with future rassed by the actions of our police chiefs." council... Chief Baker may "I agree with your not have had the support of thought on that Ginger," our council, the same coun­ said Trustee Frank Dunham. cil that appointed him chief "I believe it is something of police, but he did and that's needed at the least" still does have the support "By all means I would of many in our committee." support that as well," said Another resident said, Trustee Mike Kenyon. "Don't you feel that he came Kenyon, who is head of to this village, and your the police committee, said statement to the paper that he would ask Baker if he he had big city experience, was willing to do the exit Bob Baker don't you feel we have had interview but said he could (Mapes)," Baker said, lice department, saying that some pretty big city crimes not promise the chiefwould "Things Things might have been the 1998 police budget was in this village that it wasn't agree to it. better if individuals on the 37% more than the 1997 prepared to handle?" The motion for the exit "A lot of times when the interview was approved council had more interest budget.. He also asked if a VERMONTVILLE and concern in public safety proposal to contract with police department does unanimously. Maple Syrup Festival "We just don't want to re­ and police issues in gen-Barry County had been con­ things we don't hear about TALENT SHOW eral... I never got the feeling sidered by the council. them and that includes peat the same mistakes.. I from many of the members Decker brought up the fact crimes. So I can't comment think the council needs to Friday P.M., April 23 make a statement of some of the council that these that the chief does not live on that." Call... 726-1077 "What would be your def­ sort and not just let this things were important." in the village and questioned or The council, at its previ-ifthat is against village pol- inition of big city crime man go without knowing 852-0882 versus small city?" asked what wrong, and learning ous meeting, had voted icy. Two Divisions: unanimously to send back a Baker praised the commu- resident Kathy Rollins. from that.," said Burd. kvJr.—Ages 12 & Under "When I made that com­ 1999 Harley Davidson mo-nity and the friends he has Baker started with the de­ *■ Sr.—Ages 13 & Up ment we are a village of partment in October 1997,' torcycle that had been of-made here. 1,600 people and he came taking previous Chief Jim fered to the village for $300 "I am sony things did not as a promotional deal. And work out, I really like the from a police force in a city Falk's place. When asked before that the council had community here and the of, I don't know, 200,000 or about plans for his future, been debating the purchase people. But I decided this 300,00 people," said Mapes. Baker said that he is "leav­ Rollins said, "You can ing the future open." of a new police car. The de- would be the best course of bate wore on long enough action at this time," Baker have just as many crimes in a big city as a small city." over the police car that the said. Resident Gary White ex­ bids quoted originally for Bonnie White, newly the new car went up and the elected trustee on the coun­ pressed his disgust at what K The Place to gofor Professional Styling council bought the car for cil, read a statement she he called the "finger point­ ing" and chaos he saw hap­ an extra couple hundred dol- prepared for the meeting: d’ Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road lars. "I would like to take this pening on the council. Trustee Ginger Burd said, p Diana Kuempel Resident Larry Decker opportunity to express my also came before the council sadness in the resignation of with concerns about the po-Chief Baker. Since he has been on the job I believe the 144SOUTH MAIN STREET v village has been a safer VERMONTVILLE. MICHIGAN 49096 place to live. I believe the statistics show that crime within the village has been of Real Estate & Personal Property down and I believe that money spent in the police LOCATED at 121 S. State Street, Nashville, Ml (State Street is located 1 block east of M-66/Main Street) on: department to include train­ ing of our officers and to hen yon insure both your provide than with training Sale Begins at 10 AM so that they can do theirjob Real Estate Sells at 12:30 PM well to pay them adequately car and home with us, through is not a waste of taxpayer money. I apologize to Chief Auto-Owners Insurance Company, Baker if he was led to be­ lieve by our council that he well save you money! Step in, or call us was not needed or wanted in this community. If he does today for a “No Problem’ fl choose to formally tender his resignation there are insurance check-up. some in this community that will be greatly sad­ dened. I would also like to Nice two story brick home situated on a large lot. The home express my embarrassment has a dining room, living room, 4 bedrooms, pantry, enclosed back porch, kitchen and bath. There is also a good two story as to the treatment to Chief *-/Iuto-Owners Insurance garage. Baker from our council as a Life Home Car Business OPEN HOUSES: Thursday, March 25 - 4:00-5:30 and whole. Their constant com­ TXa No ffoWtonfbofib,9 Sunday, March 28 - 1:00-2:30 p.m. paring of the DPW depart­ Call for a flyer with bidding information and a list of the perments and the police de­ sonal property to be sold! partments, is embarrassing — their lack of support is Estate of ORVILLE (MIKE) EVERETT glaring. And their allowing Selling real estate and all types of personal property at auction anywhere. 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 other village employees to zei -r\ M l ALS0 LICENSED (517) 726-0181 IN INDIANA a, OHIO Fax: (517) 726-0060 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff'Writer Nashville's Police Chief Bob Baker's letter of resig­ nation was not formally ac­ cepted by the Village Coun­ cil last Thursday, but was tabled until members hear if the chief is willing to hold an exit interview. Trustee Ginger Burd re­ quested the exit interveiw, "So we could at least see what we did wrong so that we will never repeat the same mistakes." Several members of the community attended the meeting to voice support for the chief. Nashville Police Chief Bob Baker turned in his letter of resignation to the village last Tuesday. His move comes after months of heated debate with the Village Council and residents over such issues as use of a police motorcycle in a promotional deal, a new police car and a raise for a policeman in the department In his letter of resignation last week, Baker wrote: "It is quite evident that my po- sition as police chief has become extremely contro­ versial with select members of the community and cer­ tain individuals on the Vil­ lage Council. I assure you that this was never my in­ tention, and that my pri­ mary goal was to improve the police department and its service to the community. Apparently this course of action is not what the Vil­ lage Council desires and their priorities are in other areas. "For these reasons and several others which I do not care to discuss, I am tendering my resignation..." Village President Dennis Mapes said of the resigna­ tion, "I'm not surprised. It has been a rough couple of months and there has been some criticism of the department. Baker brought a lot of experience to the job... his experience was more big city than small town." "I typed the resignation Monday, and submitted it Tuesday to the village clerk and the village president Diana’s Place Caff 945-9554 ANYTIME for Action-Ads! 852-9481 STANTON'S B We have “No Problem saving you money. ESTATE AUCTION Thursday, April 8,1999 TRUMBLE AGENCY �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, March 16, 1999 - Page 7 Castleton Twp. Board sss n&SS! sw Xi Q*VVSX i SNXX sL sSkN SksN ss js<S nS x' SS*i» »W i*Si? S' 61 JJS SS SS^w S!w' Sb TMta TMt Sb sj; ^k»hi SmJ !!®i®« him Wf#SZ Z r W B»tafc. lk««hll **tei JJ"«i|N him *“*!■ i Kit ^hinuj Don't miss the great dancing and singing in the musical "South Pacific" opening 'this weekend. ‘South Pacific’ to open this weekend Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD March 3,1999 Meeting called to order at 7 p.m. by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent Seven people were in atten­ dance as well. Approved minutes from the February 3, 1999 meeting. Amended the budget Approved the treasurer's re­ port. Approved paying the bills in the amount of $7215.19. Committee reports were given. Voted to accept the cemetery bid from S & S Enterprises for $5800.00. Voted to accept the bid from Burnham and Flower for insur­ ance coverage for the township. Audit report was discussed. There was no public com­ ment. Meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson. Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor (100) Card OfThanks THE FAMILY OF ELISABETH SUNTKEN ex­ tend our heartfelt thanks to everyone for their support dur­ ing our time of grief. The many cards, flowers, contributions in memory ofBeth, your words of kindness and prayers have been gratefully appreciated. A special thank you to the staffof Tendercare, Reverend Hynes, the ladies of the church and Maple Valley Chapel. God bless all of you. David Suntken and family, Gary Suntken and family, Ivan Suntken and fam­ ily. 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I'm an honest, outgoing sin­ gle white male, 34, 6’2", 200lbs., with billond hair and green eyes, who enjoys bodybuilding, skiing, biking, hiking and golf. Ad#. 1643 PARTY ZONE This sweet, dependable single white female, 54,5’2”, 115lbs., with blonde nde hair, blue eyes, is looking for a friendly singlle white male, 50-62, to share activities,, coffee coffe and conversation. She also enjoys gardening, bowling , rodeos, cooking and movies. Ad#.7151 If you’re an open-minded single white female, 32-46, give this witty single white male, 40, 5'10”, 185lbs., a chance, you won’t be disap­ pointed! His interests include riding dirt bikes, billiards, guitars, dancing and anything to do with you! Ad#.9795 OUTDOOR PERSON Williamsville, New York 14221, postmarked no later than March 15,1999. Include the name of the paper where you saw our column on your postcard. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM, GL 0308 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 16, 1999 - Page 9 Vincien Brown-Marie Georgia Carter Obituaries Benjamin F. Shaffer BIG RAPIDS Mr. Benjamin F. Shaffer, age 91, of Big Rapids, formerly of Battle Creek, passed away Saturday, March 6, 1999 at Altercate of Big Rapids. He was bom May 20, 1907, in Nashville, the son of George and Caroline (Wilson) Shaffer. He was a long-time area farmer, and owned and operated Shaffer’s Market. In 1968, he retired from United Steel and Wire Company. Mr. Shaffer was a member of the Family Altar Chapel. On July 3, 1936, he married Garnet E. Lynn, who preceded him in death on April 3, 1985. On January 24, 1986, he married Arlie J. Stambaugh, who preceded him in death on January 4, 1999. He was also preceded in death by an infant son, Gary; two brothers, Roy and Arthur; and two sisters, Maude Ackett and Ruth Bahs. Mr. Shaffer is survived by his daughter, Deanna (Ernie) Pratt of Reed City; one son, Jerald Shaffer of Washington; one sister, Elsie Byrne of Lansing. Funeral Services for Mr. Shaffer were held Tuesday, March 8, 1999 at the Family Altar Chapel in Battle Creek. Reverends Kyra Jackson and Don Price officiated. Burial was in Hicks Cemetery in Penn field Township. Memorial contributions may be made to his church, Home Hospice of Mecosta County, or the Alzheimer’s Association. Arrangements were made by the Rogers-Mohnke Funeral Home of Big Rapids. by her daughters, Dorotha (Donald) Shaw of Sterling Heights, Betty (Marvin) Trush of Warren, and Geraldine (John) Long of Nashville; nine grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; sister, Mary (John) Matty of Shelby Township. Visitation was held at the David J. Wysocki Funeral Home, Warren. Mass of the Ressurection was held Saturday, March 13, 1999 at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Josephat Catholic Church, Warren. Burial was in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society Barry County Chapter, Thomapple Manor Activities Department. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Ann Labik NASHVILLE - Mrs. Ann Labik, age 84, of Nashville and formerly of Warren, passed away Wednesday, March 10, 1999 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. She was bom April 15, 1914 in Pleasant City, Ohio, the daughter of Nicholas and Mary (Vesek) Perejda. She married Nicholas Labik in Detroit in 1935 and he preceded her in death on April 22, 1974. She was also preceded in death by brothers, George, Nicholas, and Andrew Perejda; sisters, Helen Vanchick and Veronica Wytylo. Mrs. Labik is survived Linda H. Bruckner VERMONTVILLE Mrs. Linda H. Bruckner, age 56, of Vermontville, passed away March 8, 1999 at Hayes Green Beach Robert Loyal Todd VERMONTVILLE Robert Loyal Todd, age 88, of Vermontville, passed away Friday, March 12, 1999. Mr. Todd was bom September 12, 1910 in Vermontville, the son of Sidney Benjamin and Selena Edith (Crook) Todd. He was a Vermontville Historical Society Charter Member, Past President and Board Member of the Vermontville Library and an avid reader. Robert also held membership in the Vermontville United Methodist Church and enjoyed gardening. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen in 1998. Mr. Todd is survived by his son, Richard Todd of Charlotte; daughter, Ruth Ann Todd of Vermontville; four grandchildren; and five great grandchildren. Funeral Services for Mr. Todd will be Tuesday, March 16, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. at the Vermontville United Methodist Church with Reverend Jeff Bowman officiating. Interment will be at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorials may be made to the Vermontville United Methodist Church or Charlotte Christian School Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. NOTICE The Village of Nashville has an opening for a Zoning Administrator Any Village resident interested in applying for this opening should contact the Village office at 206 N. Main between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday, by March 24, 1999. Nashville Village Council Hospital, Charlotte. She was bom in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Delmont and Isabel (Marks) Gregg. She attended Lanse Creuse High School in Clinton Township and married Ronald Bruckner in Virginia on August 4, 1964. She was a homemaker and a member of the Calvary Baptist Church in Kalkaska. She enjoyed treasure hunting, hunting for bottles, writing poetry, flower gardening, and collecting porcelain dolls. She was preceded in death by her father, Delmont Gregg on June 5, 1991. Mrs. Bruckner is survived by her husband, Ronald; sons, Bill (Trisha) Bruckner of Kalkaska, Steven (Elsa) Bruckner of Morgan City, Louisiana; daughters, Rhonda Bruckner of Kalkaska, and Ranae Bruckner of Grand Ledge; grandchildren, Jason, Kendra, and Michelle; mother, Isabel Gregg of Clinton Township; and brother, Ronald Gregg of New Haven. Funeral Services were held Thursday, March 11, 1999 at Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Reverend Lester DeGroot officiated. Burial was in Hosmer Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army. LAKE ODESSA Mrs. Vincien Mary Brown, age 87, of Lake Odessa, passed away Sunday, March 14, 1999 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She was bom September 11, 1911 in Freesoil, Michigan, the daughter of Frank and Petra (Alexandria) Buttas. Vincien was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer H. Brown and both her mother and father. Mrs. Brown is survived by her daughter, Peggy (Gordon) Benson Benson of Traverse City; City; two nephews, David (Beverly) Brown of Vermontville, and Ron (Sharon) Starovecz of Caledonia; two nieces, Sharon (Ken) Duchene of Rochester, and Sandra (Bill) Wright of Grand Rapids; and special friend, Mary Lou (Ken) Sutter of Clarksville. A Graveside Service will be held for Mrs. Brown at 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 19, 1999 at the Lithuanian Freedom Cemetery in Grand Rapids. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. CHARLOTTE - Marie Georgia Carter, age 88, of Charlotte, passed away Saturday, March 13, 1999. She was bom October 11, 1910 in Eaton County, the daughter of Warren and Delilah (French) Love. She worked for General Motors and Senior Citizens Office transporting senior citizens to appointments. She is survived by her daughters, Delores Moist of Charlotte, Joyce (Ralph) Liston of Ravenna, Ohio, Emogene (Robert) Washbum of Phoenix, Arizona and Nona Mix of Potterville; sons, Larry Carter of Olivet and Paul Carter Jr. of Springport; brother, Dorr Love of Tuscon, Arizona; 21 grandchildren; several step grandchildren; great grandchildren; great great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 16, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home with Reverend Rich Mitterling officiating. Interment will be in West Carmel Cemetery in Eaton County. Call 945-9554 for Reminder ACTION-Ads WANTED BY CASTLETON MAPLE GROVE - NASHVILLE TRANSFER RECYCLING CENTER Responsible and dependable person to work as treasurer for the Castleton - Maple Grove Nashville Transfer Recycling Board. For details phone (517) 852-9479 or 852-0795. EDDD yo The new millennium should be anticipated, not feared. 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Maplewood students in Judy Tuckey's class heard from Navy Seal Ryan Thorn recently. Members of the Maple Valley FFA Chapter were in East Lansing, March 8-10, as the Michigan Association of FFA celebrated its 71st annual state convention dur- HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - ing Agriculture and Natural Resources Week at Michigan State University. During the three-day con­ vention, FFA members from across the state gathered to conduct business and to rec­ ognize fellow members for their outstanding achieve­ ments. Several special activ­ ities were planned for this year’s convention as mem­ bers celebrated the theme “Making a Difference.” According to State FFa Advisor Charles Snyder, in­ centive awards were pre- sented to more than 600 out­ standing FFA members and chapters by the State FFA Association and the National FFA Foundation. State FFA Degrees were presented to 270 FFA members who qual­ ified for the degree on the basis of their occupational and leadership achieve­ ments. Local FFA members Tom Powers, Loren Wright and Jack Owens were among this elite group. Several adults also were honored for their service to FFA. State President Nathan Clark of the Sanilac FFA chapter, and other state offi­ cers presided over the con­ vention sessions. Two offi­ cial delegates from each of the 120 chapters in the state represented the membership in the voting on key issues of business. According to Recreation This Saint Patrick’s Day, make it John Deere green. 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In short, if it’s green, there’s savings. Nothing Runs Like A Deere* www.deere.com MH Fillmore JOHN DEERE Equipment, Inc. chapter. Other highlights included the naming of the Star State Farmer and Star State Agribusinessman and the election of the 1999-2000 state FFA officers. Contes­ tants who have previously won honors in local, district and regional competition competed in the state finals of nine leadership contests. Navy Seal makes visit to Maplewood By Kelly Fox and Stephanie Hoffman Teacher Judy Tuckey’s nephews, Ryan Thom, came into her class recently to talk to students about being a Navy Seal. He told the youngsters his favorite thing about being a Navy Seal is sky diving. During his training, he was dropped off in the woods for a whole week and he had to survive on what he could find to eat. Once he ate a real frog and a lizard. The Seals have one week of training where they go through a series of events that show their ability to sur­ vive extreme circumstances. He said they were awake nearly the whole week. Yes, just like a “GI Jane,” they ate from a garbage can. The Seals training began with 180 men and only 20 finished. Thom is now an instructor because he has finished his term as a Navy Seal. He is stationed in San Diego, Calif. Awards were presented for community development, agricultural proficiency, out­ standing scholarship, and chapter membership con­ tests. Agricultural and career oriented exhibits also were featured. Agriscience education teacher Janet Cornell is the advisor of the local FFA chapter. Other participants included Tim Rumsey, BJ Griffin and Josh Curtis. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. 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Available from participating dealers dealers. u tress set, “brand new”, cost over $1200, must sell, $350, 1-517­ 337-3054 Clark, Liz Penay Scott Stick­ les and Chrissy Racine rep­ resented the Maple Valley “room sizes”, 25/cents per foot, for example - 12’xl8' is $54.00, hurry! Dennis Dist. Co., 401 N. Cochran, Charlotte, 1-517-541­ 1109______________________ DOUBLE, PILLOW TOP QUEEN SIZE BED, Luxury Firm mattress set, 2 months old, still sealed in plastic, did not use. Sold for $800, will sell for $350 or offer. 517-227-0006________ BED, PILLOW TOP KING, bought new 1 month ago, but never used (still in plastic), nice as new, cost $ 1,050, sacrifice $400or best. 517-626-2629 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-7264J377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mieh. Lie. #23-1748 �The Mapte Vutaj News NashWte Tuesday. March 16 1999 - Page 11 School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Elementary 1/2 pt milk. School* Lunch Menus Wednesday, March 17 Hot dogs, beans, baked potatoes, applesauce, cook­ ie, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. pear halves, St. Patrick's Day High School Lunch Menu Cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Wednesday, March 17 Thursday, March 18 Kellogg and M.W. Dominos. Cheese pizza, box of raisins, roll and butter, peaches, 1/2 pt milk. wich, beans, Nachos, garlic toast, green pineapple, Choose One - Double dogs, pizza, chicken sand­ salad bar. Choose 1*0 - Garden salad, baked Friday, March 19 beans, milk. bles, peaches, juice, I I pt Tuesday. March 23 Cheeseburger, mashed (Maplewood. Kellogg & Fuller) 1/2 lime sherbet, juice, milk. pt. Thursday, March 18 Choose One - Monday, March 22 cheeseburger, Taco, bread stick, whole kernel corn, cherry push-up. bar Lasagna, pizza, taco Choose Two - Garden salad, Italian blend vegeta- milk. Friday, March 19 C hoose One - Nacho s, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, pineapple, juice, 1/2 pt. milk. 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Mar. 18 Regional Animal Science Leader Training, Alle­ gan. Mar. 19-21 Folkpatterns and Global Education Workshop, Kcttuncn Center. Mar. 20 OUR Land Conference. Mid-Villa, Middleville. Mar. 16 Mar. 17 Sign up for Maple Valley Little League Softball and Baseball will be held March 23,1999, from 6:00-8:00 P.M. at the High School Cafeteria. $1999 Latex Satin 814” 15 Year Latex Semi-Gloss Gallon 20 Year Latex Satin House Paint GIRLS 15 Year Latex Flat Wall Paint $-X1 *>7 99 Utex Eggs^ Enamel The cost will be $20.00 per player, $30.00 for Pony League, and $15.00 for T-Ball. Any questions, cal the Director of your league. Pony League - Doug Jones 852-9497 Major (13-14 Yrs.) - Vacant Minor (11-12 Yrs.) - Vacant Pee Wee (8-10 Yrs.) - Tony Joostberns 852-9431 T-Ball - Jeff Fisher 726-1194 The Maple Valley Youth Football program > is conducting an equipment round-up. If :: you have any equipment that belongs to the ■; Maple \alley Youth Football program please contact after 5:00 p.m. Skip VVyskowski - 726-0326 or Terry Hall - 726-1721 THANK YOU < MAPLE VALLEY YOUTH FOOTBALL Visit Hanover House 1 or Hanover House 2 for a uniquely different experience in foster care. Where a truly dedicat­ ed and caring staff make all the difference. At Hanover House we assist you with all your personal needs with dignity and respect. 1 •Pumps'Tris •PMclMl) tod It itti K decision to Auburn Hills Avondale's Brad Tiernan and fell 7-3 to Chelsea's Dan Dault. The ocher two Middleville wrestlers at the event, Is Rosales and Miso Glavan, finished fourth and fifth respectively at 145 and 215. Rosales* early tournament wins were a 4-3 decision against Dearborn Edsel Ford's Brian Kacir and a 12­ 2 decision versus Fruitport’s Sam Cooper. "I started off pretty good; I knew that I could at least get in the semifinals,” Rosales said. "The semifinal match was not my best match, I would have liked to get third. There's always next year." Glavan also had a great start which helped him to gain his fifth place. The Trojan multi-sport star won an 11-6 decision versus Linden's Ben Coughlin, Help Wanted NOW HIRING: HOME ft GARDEN party demonstrators, beautiful home decor, wort when vouwant-creat commissions, call Bobbi. 616-945-0211. WE PROVIDE A HOME... NOTJUSTA PLACE TO STAY Wrestlers close season, from page 12 dropped a 4-2 decision to Central Montcalm's Justin Ritter and fell 9-5 to Melvindale's Wallid Munassar. Lakewood's pair, Phil Plowman and Jarrod LaRoche, also were quite active during their trip to the Motor City and represented the Vikings well in the Division II finals. Plowman, at 112, beat Monroe Jefferson's Evan Major with a pin in 3:50, lost on a 4:34 fall against Jackson Northwest's Chris Edwards, beat St. Joseph's Si Sosanith with an 8-1 decision, pinned Cedar Springs' Nick Emery in 1 ;38, dropped a 7-6 decision to Mason's Tom Grace and took a 10-2 decision against Hartland's Josh Kowal. LaRoche easily handled Monroe Jefferson's Justin Gessner 11-1 in his first match at 171, dropped a 9-2 DUE TO A LARGE IN­ CREASE IN BUSINESS, local company must expand and fill 10 full time permanent positions to stan at $540 per week. Com­ pany will train the inexperienced; job descriptions. hours, pay scale, profit sharing, benefits, etc. will be discussed at a one on one interview. No 3rd shift. For ap­ pointment. call 948-2387 ext 8 «20" Gal 8 Year Latex Flat Wall Paint V Gal 8 Year Latex Flat House Paint $QJF99 Gal Gallon BOYS Pony League - Mike Kenyon 852-9642 Major (13-14 Yrs.) - Jon Boss 726-0659 Minor (11-12 Yrs.)-T.R. Myers Pee Wee (8-10 Yrs.) - Mike Tefft 726-1184 T-Ball - Jeff Fisher 726-1194 If interested in any vacant positions, call League President Kathy Spears 852-0987. Maple Valley Baseball and Softball Little League Association will be holding Las Vegas Night at the VFW March 20,1999 from 7:30 -1:00 PM iHOMSTOWN ------ LUMBER YARD------- ® EZ EZJ ASHVILLE HARDWAREt tWW| 219 S. State St. Nashville, MI 49073 233 N. Main St. Nashville, MI 49073 (517) 852-0882 (517) 852-0713 Planning — Estimating — Saving Owned dr Operated by Raseys ’ Enterprises Inc. WE SHIP UPS OPEN: Monday-Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 16,1999 - Page 12 Vandefifer, and others, medal at the Joe season finale DETROIT — A lot can be learned, or gained, by evaluating the climb that Middleville wrestler Jeremy Vandefifer made during the last year. Vandefifer, a senior who also starred on the Trojans' State qualifying football team this past fall, qualified Saturday for the championship match at 189 in the Division II Michigan High School Athletic Association Individual Finals. A year ago, Vandefifer didn't even qualify for the State tournament, but through hard work, perseverance and determination made the most of his trip to the Joe Louis Arena. "If you would have told me three weeks ago that Jeremy would be in a State final, I would have been in shock," Middleville Coach Tom Lehman said about his grappler who has been active in the sport since the second grade. "He just kept getting better and better." Assistant Coach Scott Marvin said Vandefifer's efforts helped to make up for Middleville's end of the year team disappointment "He's worked really hard to get here," Marvin said. "As a team, we were a little disappointed (not to make it to the State finals in Battle u Creek), but this is a little redemption." Vandefifer won three times to reach the championship at 189. He beat Grand Rapids Christian's Ross VandenBerg with a 12-3 decision, ousted Eaton Rapids' Nick Ottney 4-2 and outscored Hudsonville's Jason Duram 11-6. Shock, in Detroit, also came to Vandefifer. "I was in shock... things just kept going my way," Vandefifer explained. "The Eaton Rapids kid wrestled real tough; I knew that it was going to be a tough one. I really wanted it." He said that watching fellow Trojan wrestlers like Spencer Romph, Kyle Brower prepare for their rides at State and working with the coaches and other helpful mat men prepared him well for his big shot. "How they had to do the extra hard work to get to where they got do," is what Vandefifer said he learned from the others who got this far. "I worked with Ron Haynes a lot. Marvin, Lehman, (Coach Scott) Monroe and Luke Middleton also helped me a lot" Vandefifer's mind set was focused on giving the Joe Louis crowd, the Trojan fans and himself nothing but his best" "(I figured) if you wrestle your best you'll have no regrets," Vandefifer said. In Saturday's final, Vandefifer's run ended with a 17-5 defeat to Adam Berke of Big Rapids. "He's pretty tough; I just wanted to be aggressive," Vandefifer said of his matchup with Berke. "The last time I faced him, I didn't do that." Still, it was three days of solid wrestling. Vandefifer's focus was altered a bit. The change worked well. "I was working more on shots and my technique,” Vandefifer explained. A number of area wrestlers qualified for the State wrestling finals including nine others from Caledonia (4), Middleville (2), Lakewood (2) and Maple Valley (1). Caledonia's Mike Tomanek finished third in the Division II 103-pound weight class. Tomanek won a 10-2 major decision against Fenton's Lambros Kottalis, outscored Monroe Jefferson's Jake Baron 16-2, lost a 7-0 decision to Dearborn Edsel Ford's Nate Garcia, won again against Kottalis 6-2 and prevailed 2­ 0 versus Eaton Rapids Austin Carmody to finish third at 103. "I think I wrestled pretty Choice II Beef Rib kI Steaks Jeff Rhoades during his second match Friday afternoon at the State Individual Wrestling Finals at the Joe Louis Arena. good the first couple of matches; there were a couple of mess ups that could have been done better," Tomanek said. In the third place match against Carmody, Tomanek's aim was to score early and hold on. That's just what he accomplished. "My goal was to get that first takedown," Tomanek explained. "I wrestled him earlier in the year and won .10-2, but I knew that it would be tough." The other three Fighting Scots who grappled in Hockey Town over the weekend were Todd Maines, Josh Baltrusaitis and Ryan Haywood. Maines won an 8-7 decision against Coldwater’s Jon Jansen in his first match at 135, was pinned by Eaton Rapids' Chad Wright in 2:33, took another one points decision, 5-4, versus Sturgis' Nate McDonald's and was pinned by Hartland's Tim Kowal in 2:20. Baltrusaitis and Haywood both competed at 140. Baltrusaitis was pinned by Boneless Beef 'g Si fa 'fa Chuck Roast •faChicken Chicken Leg Quarters Ki $ h 01 22 Oz., IGA 48 Oz., Ocean Spray Coffee Cranberry Creamer Juice ft ft ft Ii Dozen, IGA Large Eggs BUY ONE GET ONE 7a a 25‘ 4 Va ft See wrestlers dose season, pg, 11 10# Bag, V* f/A Mason's Jeff Stevens in 5:21 and lost a 9-8 decision to Stevensville Lakeshore's Jason Wolff. Haywood dropped a 12-3 decision to Mt. Morris' Harold Eastman, pinned Grand Rapids Christian's Ted Fackler in 2:24 and lost an 8-3 decision to Lowell's Tom Oesch. Maple Valley's Jeff Rhoades qualified at 140 in Division III. 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Vol. 127-No. 12/M arch 23, 1999 Fuller, Maplewood kids create ^Dr. Seuss books by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Laurie Pettengill's sixth grade class at Maplewood Elementary and Jeanne Hansen's second grade class at Fullerjoined together last week to make a Dr. Suess style book for the Fuller students. The students worked in pairs to create a book with the different letters of the alphabet in rhymes. They then colored pictures to go along with letters and rhymes. Eric Clements of second grade and Sammy Cowell of sixth had the letter C. "The crazy camel can kicked the cat but drew a candy card in crayon," they wrote. The students had access to Students from the two classrooms mill about trying to come up with clever rhymes for the book project. Anthony Sherwood, and second grader Aricka Rose work on the Suess book together. markers crayons, and many different types of paper to fuel their creativity. "Last fall my class went to Fuller and we worked on activities so we wanted to have their class over," said Pettengill. "We though read­ ing month would be a great Ex-village president makes very public statement by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Many residents of Nashville might have won­ dered what the story was be­ hind a truck decorated with a long railroad tie, a saddle tied to it and a sign that said, "Village of Nashville Railroad, Brought to You by President Mapes." The truck, which sat in the middle of town last Wednesday, belongs to Gary White, who said he was try­ ing to make a statement to the effect that Police Chief Bob Baker was "being rail­ roaded out oftown." "It is ridiculous the way that Dennis (Mapes, Nashville Village President) has been treating the chief. When we originally tried to hire the chief (White was village president when Baker was hired but lost in his bid for re-election to Mapes), both he and Carroll (Trustee Wolff) voted not to hire him. Probably because of his experience." White said that Mapes has said that there have been complaints against the police department. Nashville President Dennis Mapes stand in front on the truck that was decorated and displayed in the middle of town last Wednesday. Resident Gary White said the truck was a protest over Mape's treatment of the police chief. "But those complaints have come from the DPW. The DPW head in a public meeting took a cheap shot at the chief to get his vaca­ tion time. Why doesn't he worry about the DPW in­ stead of the police depart­ ment? He is always merit­ ing his requests at the ex­ pense of the police depart­ ment. It just makes me mad," White said. Mapes said of the truck display, "I applaud this dis­ play of free speech. Freedom of Speech is one of the fun­ damental rights granted to us under the First Amend­ ment... I am sorry that those responsible were not proud enough of their means ofprotest to put their names on it." "There are times when some people are willing to resort to intimidation to achieve their desired out­ come," said Mapes. "Maybe this protest is against the council's position with the police department, or maybe against the Rails to Trails. I am not sure since this group is opposed to everything we have attempted as a council to accomplish." Eric Clements, in second grade, works with his partner Sammy Cowell, in the sixth grade on the letter C for the Suess style book. time. This activity will give the second-graders a book to bring back to their class­ rooms, so hopefully it will encourage them to read it." Pettengill said the class also had two eighth-graders shadowing the teacher that day, so she was glad to have their help. The students and teachers enjoyed refreshments after the activity. In This Issue... • Eaton Rapids man held for resisting, obstructing • School election to fill 3 positions • Maple Valley ‘band bust’ set for this weekend • Vermontville couple visits the ‘Holy Land’ �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday March 23 1999 - Page 2 Critters and Kids’ show visits Kellogg Elementary by Shawns Hubbarth Staff Writer Kellogg Elementary stu­ dents had the chance to take part in a hands-on adventure in wildlife last week. Dwayne Vedder of "Crit­ ters and Kids" brought his collection of wild stuffed an­ imals and antlers, and other things to the students to teach about wildlife. Dwayne Vedder, from 'Critters and Kids* shows the children at Kellogg a stuffed rattle snake. The presentation, which was given to every class in Kellogg, featured many dif­ ferent furs, animals, turtle shells, fish eyes enclosed in glass and skulls of different animals. He even had a mounted buffalo head with a horn that detached so the children could see the bom up close. Vedder talked about the different animals and the dif­ ference between things such as antlers and horns. "The big difference is that ist together — predator, prey and symbiosis. He de­ scribed the relationship be­ tween the prairie dog and the buffalo. "The prairie dog likes to live by the buffalo because the buffalo keeps the grass short and the prairie dog can see its predators that way. The buffalo likes the prairie dog because he digs up dirt for the buffalo to roll in," Vedder said. Vedder also talked about how in 1903 there were only 23 buffalo in the wild. Vedder said that in an effort TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • Vedder brought many interesting wildlife artifacts with him to show tne students at Kellogg. 517-726-0580 since then the population has grown considerably. "The kids had a really good time; they really en- with their science curricu­ lum. They have been study­ ing the environment" LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville Sunday School ...... Sunday: am Worship ...... Evening Worship Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...... 10 am 11 am ..6 p.m. ............ 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ol M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 930 a.m. Worship Service ............... 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.... Morning Worship Evening Worship.. Wednesday Family Night Service ... ........... 9:45 ...... 11 a.m. ............... 6 45 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............ 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller SL, Nashville Sunday School....... Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ P.M. Worship .......... Wednesday Evening: Worship ............. ..9:45 a.m. ..... 11 a.m. ....... 6 p.m. .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH . Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (112 mile East of M-66, 5 mi south ol Nashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............................ 10 Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class.............................. 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service ..... :30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES'FISCHER. PASTOR 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips SL, Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service........................... 6 p.m. PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship .1030 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School ............. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service 7 p.m. Wed. Service 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service Sunday School. ...9:45 a.m. .... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School....... Worship.................... ...10 a.m. ...11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ... .......9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer .................. 9 a.m (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services For more information Call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School......................... 9:45 Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .................... 10 a.m. Church Service ................ 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �ine Maple valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 23. 1999 - Page 3 Newest titles on the shelf at the Sunfield Library Sandy Wells’ Easter deco­ rating touch is on display at the library in some new ways. There is also a special, new Easter coloring project for kids! New 50-cent videos at the library have Easter themes to appeal to youngsters: Here Comes Peter Cotton­ tail, The New Adventures of Peter Rabbit: An Enchanted Tales Movie, It’s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown!, and Yogi the Easter Bear. Martha Stewart Living and Healthy Living (a dona­ tion) are new magazine sub­ scriptions at the library. New books on our shelves, by category, are: Adult fiction: by Nora Roberts, Brain Dead, by Eileen Dryer, and Guilty Pleasures, by Lawrence Sanders. Large print: Bloody Season, by Loren D. Estleman, is historical fiction based upon events leading up to and including the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral; The Hanging at Leadville, by Cameron Judd, is a western; The Phantom Tollbooth is a large print for young readers by Norton Juster and illustrated by satirist Jules Peiffer. Christian fiction: and The Princess, are two new titles by Lori Wick; Secrets of the Heart, A Time to Love, and Pretense Vector, by Robin Cook; Celebration, by Fern Michaels; Ransom, by Julie Garwood; Sudden Change of Heart, by Barbara Taylor Bradford; Other Worlds, by HASTINGS 4 Free Drink Refills .250 Com Refills Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ONLY $3.50 Matinees before 6 p.m. । Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tuesday O No passes or Tuesday discounts Barbara Michaels. Three do­ nations of previously re­ leased titles are Homeport, - Digital Sound Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View MOVIE GUIDE FREE KIDSHOW SERIES “MADELINE” The Tender Flame, are books 1, 2 and 3 respec­ tively, of Al and Joanna Lacy’s Mail Order Bride Se­ ries. Adult non-fiction: Still Me, a donation, is ac­ tor Christopher Reeve’s bi­ ography and account of his changed life and inspiring outlook following the riding accident which has left him paralyzed; The Jesus I Never Knew, is the acclaimed book by Christianity Today editor Philip Yancey that chal- lenges just about everyone’s preconceived notions about Jesus Christ; Y2K Book of Resource Lists: What You Need to Prepare, is a spiral­ bound guide providing lists of suppliers and organiza­ tions pertinent to prepara­ tion for the coming crisis; Hush Little Babies, a dona­ tion, is the story of a famous mother-chid murder case in Texas, by crime writer Don Davis. Paperback fiction: Mad Jack, is Catherine Coulter’s latest release; Lone Eagle, by Cassie Ed­ wards, and Autumn Lover, by Elizabeth Lowell, are new releases and were do­ nated. Young adult: The eighth book of Laura Peyton Roberts’ popular Clearwater Crossing' series, titled One True Thing. Junior: Eaton Rapids man held for resisting, obstructing A 26-year-old Eaton Rapids man was arrested March 13 on charges of re­ sisting arrest, injuring a po­ lice officer and resisting and obstructing a police officer. According to a police re­ port filed by Nashville offi­ cers Terry Johnson and Tammy Angus, Kevin L. Marciniak was a passenger in a car pulled over at 3:03 p.m. in a routine traffic stop for a cracked windshield. The police officers also knew the driver's license to be suspended, they said. While they were arresting the driver, police said Marciniak exited the car and was advised to get back into the vehicle but refused, cit­ ing his need to hold his dog. He also was told to put down his dog, but he re­ fused. The police report said Marciniak would not take his hands out of his pocket. When asked by Johnson what he had in his pocket, Marciniak stated, "A lot of things you do not want to see.” He was told to take his hands slowly out of his pockets and place them on the truck. Marciniak resisted by pulling away. He was warned several times that if he did not take his hands out of his pockets he would be forced onto the ground. Johnson then observed what he thought was a gun in Marciniak's right hand, according to the police re­ port. Johnson was able to remove the gun with a laser pointer and get Marciniak handcuffed with help from off-duty Hastings Police Of- I Help Wanted ft Changes for Josefina: A Story, by Valerie Tripp, is book six in the se­ Winter ries. The library has reasonable rates for current and classic videos as well as fax ser­ vices and a copier. Phone and fax numbers are the same, (517) 566-8065. Li­ brary hours are Tuesday-Fri­ day 2 to 8 p.m.; Saturday 9 DUE TO A LARGE IN­ CREASE IN BUSINESS, local company must expand and fill 10 full time permanent positions to start at $540 per week. Com­ pany will train the inexperienced; job descriptions, hours, pay scale, profit sharing, benefits, etc. will be discussed at a one on one interview. No 3rd shift. For appointment, call 948-2387 ext. 8. CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate a.m. to 1 p.m. (PG) SAT/SUN 11:00 AM ficer Cleon Brown. Marciniak struggled after be­ ing handcuffed and attempted to eat marijuana out of a cigarette pack, the report said. According to the report, during the trip to jail Marciniak displayed extreme mood swings, threatening to commit violence against the police officers and saying he wanted to commit suicide. The gun was found to be a replica of a Magnum pis­ tol that functions as a cigarette lighter. Marciniak stated that he carries the weapon for his protection and that people are out to get him. Marciniak faces a March 24 preliminary exam on the charges. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE School election to fill three posts CRUEL INTENTIONS (R) Maple Valley Schools an­ nual school election will be TUES - 12:15,2:40,5:10,7:10,9:10; WED /THURS- 5:10,7:10,9:10 O KING AND I (G) 0 BABY GENIUSES (PG TUES -12:00,2:30,5:00,7:00,9:00; WED/THURS *5:00,7:00,9:00 0-CARRIE 2: THE RAGE TUES -1:00,3:10,5:40,7:45,9:50; WED/THURS-5:40,7:45,9:50 COUPON • With This Adil! Receive a... i ■ (FREE 46 oz. 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Anyone who needs an ab­ sentee ballot may also con­ tact the superintendent’s of­ Phone (517) 852-1915 REALTOR Fax: 852-9138 Broker, MLS Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HrfiS Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.... Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker) Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).. BACK ON THE MARKET! NASHVILLE - 3 BEDROOM COUNTRY HOME ON 5 ACRES 2-story home 1st floor laundry, Between Nashville & Vermontfenced yard, mature shade & 1 ville. 10 room, 4 bedroom, statecar garage. Call Nyle. (N-59) ly country home, much original woodwork. Maple Valley Schools. Call Nyle (CH-55) Eves. 726-0223 ........ 726-1234 ........ 852-5066 ON 2 ACRES SOUTH OF NASHVILLE 2 bedroom, 2 baths, living room, dining room, kitchen & laundry. Large deck overlooks woods, 3 stall attached garage. (CH-48) Can Nyle. fice for an application. Ab­ sentee ballots will be avail­ able by Tuesday, May 25. The office also will be open Saturday, June 13, until 2 p.m. for absentee voting. NASHVILLE CHARMING 3 BEDROOM HOME on double lot at edge of town. Call Nyle today. This home Is priced to buy. (N-52) NICE LARGE 3 BEDROOM HOME IN NAS ON 8 ACRES IN COUNTRY - MAPLEVALLEY inyl si & SCHOOLS yl ndows, new roof & 3 bedroom farm house with kitchen cupboards. Priced to 40x60 bam which has Inside buy. CaU Nyle to see. ("N-'53) exercise & riding arena. Possession at close. Call Homer for. more details. (CH-58) 6LAACKREE P^AyRlLC^EL/J ORNAPPLE VACANT LAND Thursday will be the last village council meeting for fiscal year 1998. This letter presents an opportunity to thank all council trustees, appointed officials, and volunteers who served in any capacity in our community. Your commitment and dedication has helped throughout the year to sup­ port all levels of our village government. In any community and especial­ ly in Nashville this personal effort makes the difference in the amount of services made available to all residents. Elected positions that manage the village are but a small part of government that keeps everything running smoothly. I believe we have accomplished much in the past year, some­ times with adversity and much criticism. Growth is not painless and we are experiencing our share of growing pains. Dennis Mapes Village President g/12x20 garage with cement floor. Call mer. (VL-51) 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - GOOD PROSPECT FOR ZERO DOWN” FINANCING Put your tax return into this house!! Call today to discov­ er how easy it could be to own this charming remod­ eled 3 bedroom home with 1 1/2 baths. Call Nyle (N-50) NOW $78,900 , IN NASHVILLE THORNAPPLE RIVER FRONTAGE Extra nice. 2 (poss. 3) bedroom ranch home.bre must see to appreciate!! Call 3 b T large lot, nice Homer for more “Info. This family home, close to town. home is priced to buy!! (N-100) (V-X) Easy access to 1-69 expressway inter­ change. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-49) 22ACREBUILDINGSITEACRE BUILDING SITE - Perked ere & surveyed. Located at the edge of Nashville Wage Limits. Call Nyle (VL-57) 10 ACRES - Perked & surveyed. Some trees, good “walk-out” building sites. Potential for pond, lots of wild fife. Call Nyle. (VL-56) 1.5 ACRES - Surveyed, driveway permit, nat gas available. Call Nyle (VL-45) 3.9 ACRES - Wooded on private road, contract terms possible. Call Nyle(VL-38) 2.5 ACRES - Some trees, natural gas available. Call Nylee (VL-28) 4 ACRES - Water front wooded, private road. Call Nylee (VL31L �Marjorie R. Shilton Gerald Allen Dankenbring Mr. Dankenbring is survived by his wife, Carol; three sons, Gerald (Melanie) Dankenbring of Lansing, Daniel (Manuela) Dankenbring and Robert Dankenbring both of Nashville; daughter, Cindy (Kevin) Bums of Ionia; stepsons, Mark Gregory of Ionia and Kenneth Gregory of Fenwick; stepdaughters, Tammy Whorley and Margo Gregory both of Ionia; ten grandchildren and five step-grandchildren; CHARLOTTE Gerald Allen Dankenbring, age 61, of Charlotte, passed away March 18, 1999 following a lengthy illness. Mr. Dankenbring was bom June 3, 1937 in Grand Ledge, the son of Wesley and Esther (Wood) Dankenbring. Mr. Dankenbring was employed in grounds maintenance for the Charlotte Public Schools for 40 years. brother, Russell Dankenbring of Florida; sister, Bettie Marlatt of Charlotte. Funeral Services for Mr. Dankenbring were held Monday, March 22, 1999 at the Pray Funeral Home. Pastor David Ames officiated. Interment was in the Meadowbrook Cemetery, Mulliken. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Earl M. Endsley HASTINGS - Mr. Earl M. Endsley, age 89, of Hastings, passed away Sunday, March 14, 1999 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Endsley was bom on August 19, 1909 in Castleton Township, Barry County, the son of Fred & Jennie (Mead) Endsley. He was raised in Nashville/Hastings areas and attended the Mayo country school and Hastings schools. He married Mildred A. Kinney on September 17, 1955 and she passed away February 9, 1998. He had lived at his last address in Hastings since 1960. Mr. Endsley’s employment included: Clark Equipment Company in Battle Creek for 13 years, retiring in 1971. He had previously worked as a construction contractor and for the Du­ plex Company in Battle Creek. He was also preceded in death by his parents; three brothers and five sisters. Mr. Endsley is survived by his two sons, Fred Endsley and Duane Endsley both of Grand Rapids; two daughters, Bonnie Spasoff of Seminole, Florida, and Jill Reed of Las Vegas, Nevada; 15 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; brother, Lyle Endsley of Hastings; sister, Betty Novak of Florida; many nieces & nephews. Graveside Services for Mr. Endsley were held on Friday, March 19, 1999 at Wilcox Cemetery, Maple Grove Township. Pastor Russell A. Sarver officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County Animal Shelter. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. He Wfl NASHVILLE Mrs. Marjorie R. Shilton, age 71, of Nashville, went to be with her Lord, Friday, March 19, 1999 at Borgess Hospital, Kalamazoo. She was bom January 3, 1928 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Ernest and Dorothy (Smith) Latta. She attended Hickory Comers School and graduated from W.K. Kellogg High School in Nashville. She married Floyd Shilton in Nashville on January 7, 1946 and they farmed together in Maple Grove Township of Barry County since 1950. She taught Sunday School for 40 years in the Childrens Department and was a Charter Member of the Grace Community Church. She was a 4-H Leader, a Red Cross Volunteer, a Foster Parent, and a member of the Barry County Farm Bureau and the Gideons Auxiliary. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Daren Shilton on December 26, 1998. Mrs. Shilton is survived by her husband, Floyd; children, Ann Gordenski of Nashville, David (Pamela) Shilton of Ada, Ruth (Bernie) Hickey of Nashville, Sandy (Steve) Priddy of Nashville, Mike (Jean) Shilton of Nashville, and Mickey (Stephanie) Shilton of Battle Creek; 18 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; brother, Ernest Latta of Kalkaska; sisters-in-law, Ila Shilton of Battle Creek, and Petie Latta ofNashville. Funeral Services for Mrs. Shilton were held Sunday, March 21, 1999 at the Grace Community Church, held at the Maple Valley High School, Nashville. David Shilton and Pastor Rob Van Engen officiated. Burial was in Wilcox Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made to Grace Community Church Building Fund, Diabetes Association or Heart Association. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. EATON RAPIDS James Ervin Sanders, age 63, of Eaton Rapids, passed away Monday, March 15, 1999. Mr. Sanders was bom June 20, 1935 in Joplin, Missouri, the son of Ervin and Dell (Martin) Sanders. He had been involved in bowling leagues, and Boy Scouts. Mr. Sanders was a track driver for Alvan Motor Freight, he enjoyed old tracks and woodworking including a three child rocking horse for Governor Engler. He was preceded in death by his wife, Janet in 1996; son, Jack in 1992 and daughter, Jodi in 1991. Mr. Sanders is survived by his son, James Sanders of Eaton Rapids; brothers, Herbert (Norma) Sanders of Maryland, Charles (Beverly) Sanders of Ann Arbor, Robert (Karen) Sanders of Percell, Missouri, and Ronnie (Mary) Sanders of Joplin, Missouri; sisters, Janet Sanders of Kentucky, Katherine Clayton of Web City, Missouri, Vida (Tom) Johns of Carls Junction, Missouri, and Vera (Gene) Griffith of Carls Junction, Missouri; special friends, Martin, Lee and Laura Owen. Funeral Services for Mr. Sanders were held Thursday, March 18, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home. Reverend Rich Mitterling officiated. Interment was in Springport Cemetery in Springport, Michigan. --- Darwyn L. Sample cAfte you coneeftned about youft cltidd's dei/eCopment? speech, coordination, behavior oft Heaftning? -Afte tliofte difficulties £aton ^nteftmediate School district is assessing oMapHe QtaWey pre- sckoofieits as a seftvice to paftents. QA/liiHe ckiddren are being tested, paftents wldd have an oppofttunity to faflfe with the pfteschooH team about seftutces. <EHefp^uH fdyers on pfteschooP development u/ldd be avaidabde. you afte inteftested, please caM ^fttnda oft ‘Pat at (517) 852-9794 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. ^oft appointment. 9’lte testing wiW be done at Castleton township <3Ja^ -915 ‘Peed, JUaslwi^e (next to Card’s (jftocefty) on oUaftch 31, 1999. 9’ks is not 'xKinderqarten Woundup ^EThe testing u/idd be done by appointment onHy. ‘Please cadQ (517) 852-9794 for youft appointment by uUaftch 30. <We doob forward to seeing you! Spohsofted by JUapHe QJa^ey. Schools and Pftoject 9W, Paton intermediate School district. VERMONTVILLE Darwyn L. Sample, age 63, of Vermontville, passed away Saturday, March 13, 1999. He was bom June 7, 1935 in Lansing. Darwyn was employed with the City of Lansing Fire Department for 26 years. He was a Vermontville Township Trustee, a member of the Vermontville Lions Club, and was a marvelous woodcrafter. Darwyn was preceded in death by his father, Roy and one sister, Joyce. He was a loving husband to his wife, Gloria; a devoted father to his four daughters, Kathie (John) Perez of Attica, Karen (Doug) oug Connor onnor Dansville, ansve, Karol Sample of Hastings, and Kristine (Gary) Gilson of Vermontville. Also surviving are 13 grandchildren, Jeremy, Casey, Arriannah, Michael, Kame, Ryan/ Heather, Jeannie, Kristina, Jonathon, Nikki, Joey, and Nolan; one great grandson, Cody; his mother, Grace Sample of Lansing; and one brother, T Ted (Janice) Sample of Holt. Funeral Services for Mr. Sample were held Thursday, March 18, 1999 at the Gorsline-Runciman Co. Lansing Chapel, Lansing. Reverend James A. Schalkhauser, Chaplain of the Lansing Fire Department, officiated. Interment was in Deepdale Memorial Park Chapel with an Honor Guard being provided by the Lansing Fire Department. STANT ON'Sl IwcSoffeai *6 * I In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Ingham Visiting Nurse Hospice, 825 E. Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan 48912, In Memory of Darwyn Sample. I 14144 S4 OSUOTUHT HMM AANINST SRTiREE VERMONTVILLE. M,ICHIGAN 49096 ESTATE AUCTION of Real Estate & Personal Property LOCATED at 121 S. State Street, Nashville, Ml (State Street is located 1 block east of M-66/Main Street) on: Thursday, April 8, 1999 Sale Begins at 10 AM Real Estate Sells at 12:30 PM Nice two story brick home situated on a large lot. The home has a dining room, living room, 4 bedrooms, pantry, enclosed back porch, kitchen and bath. There is also a good two story garage. OPEN HOUSES: Thursday, March 25 - 4:00-5:30 and Sunday, March 28 -1:00-2:30 p.m. Call for a flyer with bidding information and a list of the personal property to be sold! Estate Of ORVILLE (MIKE) EVERETT Selling real estate and all types of personal property at auction anywhere. . «.% --- — — (517) 726-0181 4150 LICENSED IN INDIANA & OHIO Fax: (517) 726-0060 �The Maple Valiev News NashvtJIe Tuesday March 23, 1999 - Page 5 Maple Valley Band Bust this weekend by Michelle Jewell The third annual Maple Valley Band Bust prepara­ tions are in full swing for the March 26 and 27 perfor­ mances at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. This year’s theme will be “Spring Break ’99” and the high school band has been working hard in order to make this year’s show a suc­ cess. No tickets will be sold in advance, but for S2 at the door, the public can spend the evening being enter­ tained with a variety of mu­ sical performances, skits and, of course, the cver-popular erhcees for the evening. This year’s show will be host to the usual amount of skits, but will also highlight a more musical side. In ad­ dition to the Jazz Band per­ forming on both nights, the junior high band will be playing concert selections Friday evening, while the high school band will be ap­ pearing Saturday. Due to an unexpected snow storm this year, the spring concert had to be canceled and will not be rescheduled because of cal­ endar problems, so for those who haven’t heard these mu­ sical performances, this will be their last chance. Band Bust has the reputa- ion being a night of laughs, but this year, besides the usual skits, the Rcvucenes are scheduled to appear along with quite a few other vocal and ensemble groups. As in the past years, comedy will prove to be in abun­ dance. with many skits. Some of the skits that have been slated for the evening arc: Burger King - Can you really have it your way?. Control 101, and the Pool Boy. as well as many other works still in progress. The Maple Valley Band Bust is an event that was started two years ago in or- der to break up the every day routine of the high school band cla after the hard work of concert season, as well as to bring the students closer together as a working group. All year long high school band members think ofideas for this annual event and in just two weeks time put together the show Band Director Dennis Vandcrhocf said this yvar\ show promises to be taste­ fully done and will be pul on with the same energy that is seen during the fall football season when they perform their half-time show. TANNING VanBlarcoms to observe 60th anniversary Claude and Alice VanBlarcom will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on March 25th. They were married on March 25th, 1939 at the home of Alice’s parents. The VanBlarcoms have one daughter, Marabeth (Stan) Graham and two grandsons, Travis and Trent. They would enjoy receiving cards from family and friends at 8813 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml 49096. La Leche League meets Thursday La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, March 25,. at 5777 Irish Road, Vermontville. The name La Leche is Spanish and means "the milk.” A non-scctarian, non­ profit organization. La Leche League’s purpose is to offer encouragement, in­ formation and support to women wanting to breast­ feed their babies. Women who arc breast­ feeding or pregnant and thinking about breastfeeding arc welcome to come to the meeting and meet us, where the group informally dis­ cusses different phases of breastfeeding. The topic for this month’s meeting will be “The Art of Breastfeeding and Over­ coming Difficulties.” The group also has a lend­ ing library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, child devel­ opment, and nutrition. For further information about La Leche League or help with breastfeeding call Kathy Othmcr at (517) 726­ 1264. ... will be 80 years old on March 31st! Please help us celebrate her birthday with a card shower. Cards can be sent to: Lila Green P.O. Box 72, Vermontville, MI 49096 Barry County Commission on Aging menu and schedule Lite Meals Menu Wednesday, March 24 Chilled chicken wings, dinner roll, baked bean, diced pineapple. Thursday, March 25 Cold meatloaf, white bread, garden jcll-o, plums. Friday, March 26 Creamed beef spread, crackers, pea salad, pears. Monday, March 29 Sliced roast beefon whole wheat bread, baked beans, pineapple. Tuesday, March 30 Homemade egg salad with dinner roll, coleslaw, mixed fruit. Hearty Meals Wednesday, March 24 Chicken cacciatore over pasta, spinach, butter beans, fruit juice. Thursday, March 25 Homemade seafood new­ burg over a bed of rice, cheesy broccoli, peas and pearl onions, fresh orange. Friday, March 26 Chefs choice. Monday, March 29 Phil ly potato steak 3-4 oz., dinner roll, Cal. blend veg­ gies and rice pudding. Tuesday, March 30 Turkey ala king, cauli­ flower, tomato au gratin, pudding and biscuit. Events Wednesday, March 24- Hastings, footcare, blood pressure, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, Trivia; Delton, birthday party. Thursday, March 25Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, social day. Friday, March 26 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, birthday party. Monday, March 29 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, bingo; Delton, game day. Tuesday, March 30 Hastings, trivia day; Nashville, trivia day. s4.00 per visit Walk-Ins >15.00 5 Visit Package >25.00 10 Visit Package >40.00 20 Visit Package New Tanning Beds California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 Nashville Firemen AH-You-Can-Eat Pancake & Sausage Breakfast WE PRO VIDE A HOME... NOTJUSTA PLACE TO STAY HANOVER HOUSE SENIOR CITIZENS HOME Not quite readyfor a nursing home? Yet need a little more assistance than senior housing can provide? Visit Hanover House 1 or Hanover House 2 for a uniquely different experience in foster care. Where a truly dedicat­ ed and caring staff make all the difference. At Hanover House we assist you with all your personal needs with dignity and respect. Pure Maple Syrup Saturday & Sunday March 27th & March 28th Hanover House is state licensed and insured. 7 a.m. -1 p.m. Call Brenda Kellems Adults $5:00 • Kids $3.00 - Under 5 FREE 616-948-3619 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. March 23. 1999 - Page 6 Vermontville couple visits the ‘Holy Land by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Many people dream of taking exotic vacations, hik­ ing in Alaska, back packing through Europe, sunbathing in the Caribbean. But for Don and Esther Martin of Vermontville, their dream vacation was to visit "the Holy Land." Ear­ lier this year, they did just that. The Martins, who are also both trustees on the Vermontville Village Coun­ cil, traveled to Israel. From there they went to cities such as Tel Aviv, Tiberas, Nazareth, Jerusalem, and the country Jordan. They had a chance to visit Bethlehem among other religious places. "I have always wanted to travel abroad," said Esther. "We thought the Holy Land would be so great to go to." The Martins joined a group of 18 people from Michigan and boarded a plane for the flight that was 111/2 hours to get to Israel without including stops. The time difference was seven hours. The group originated from the United Methodist Church women of Lansing. The trip was in conjunction with a religious study pro­ gram. Esther said many things were different in the many areas they visited. "There were a lot of rocks and sand. But in the Galilean area it was lush and green with all sorts of exotic flowers." Esther took pictures of huge aloe plants and color­ ful, tall local flowers. "Palestine was very mountainous," Esther said. "Giant rocks and a lot of sand. But they had sheep and goats so I imagine there is vegetation in the summer." The Martins did not ride a favorite mode of trans­ portation — the camel. "Oh, they had cars and things and certain places were very modem, but some people got around on the camels. They were huge and they had to kneel down so the person could get up on them. That was in Jericho. I wasn't too enthused about riding one, but several peo­ ple in the group did," Esther Esther said the food was great on her trip and the area grew many fresh, exotic fruits. friendly and courteous," she said. "But we had a lot of was a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. "We stopped on the lake and we had a church service right there — it was where Jesus walked on the water and it was really neat to be there," said Esther. "There were so many old sites and rains to see — old palaces and ancient build­ ings," said "What I marveled at was the engineers they had back then. They would start on a huge rock and carve downward from that huge churches and temple. It was amazing — the crafts­ manship and detail, all without putting one rock on top of the other but carving entire rooms and things out of solid rock." Other highlights of the trip, said the Martins, in­ cluded The Church of the Nativity, which they de­ scribed as "beautiful," the Roman rains, and the Gar­ den of Gethsemane. "The food was great," said Martin. "The only thing I was astonished about was when you ordered fish they gave you the whole thing," she laughed. "Their bananas were only six inches long and they grow a lot of olives, limes and grapefruit. They served many different types of cheese dishes and their pasties were excellent. They do not eat pork in Is­ rael." The Martins said they had the chance to visit a refugee camp where people from other countries gather Esther said the only thing she saw that could be considered people living in poverty was the people that lived in the mountains. "But I don't know if poverty is the right word for it because Continued next page EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 23, 1999 - Page 7 From previous page the people chose the simpler life and they like it. They tend their sheep and live in rural areas." The Martins were in Jor­ dan one week before King Hussein died. While his health deteriorated, they said the Jordanians seemed extremely concerned. "They seemed very af­ fected," said Esther. "You could tell he was a very popular man." Along with many memo­ ries of their dream vacation (and tons of pictures, too) they brought home many souvenirs. Esther proudly displays her nativity scene, carved our of olive wood with painstaking detail. The Martins also brought home some local pottery — in the form of communion service with a goblet and bowl. They brought back a classic head wrap turban and many different coffee mugs (which they avidly collect.) The Martins both agree it was the vacation of a life­ time — combining spiritual discovery and a love of ex­ otic travel. Both would like This stone is said to be the one that was rolled away when Jesus rose from the dead. The tomb is nearby. to go again. "There was a couple in our group who were return­ ing for the second time and they both said they learned much more the second time around, so well see. There's always more to learn I guess," Esther said with a smile. Don and Esther Martin in Masada, enjoying the vacation of a lifetime. ^Sign up for Maple Valley Little League Softball and Baseball will be held March 23,1999, from 6:00-8:00 P.M. at the High School Cafeteria. The cost will be $20.00 per player, $30.00 for Pony League, and $15.00 for T-Ball. Any questions, call the Director of your league. GIRLS Pony League - Doug Jones 852-9497 Major (13-14 Yrs.) - Vacant Minor (11-12 Yrs.) - Vacant Pee Wee (8-10 Yrs.) - Tony Joostberns 852-9431 T-Ball - Jeff Fisher 726-1194 BOYS Pony League - Mike Kenyon 852-9642 Major (13-14 Yrs.) - Jon Boss 726-0659 Minor (11-12 Yrs.) -T.R. Myers Pee Wee (8-10 Yrs.) - Mike Tefft 726-1184 T-Ball-Jeff Fisher 726-1194 If interested in any vacant positions, call League President Kathy Spears 852-0987yf" F The Martin’s saw many ancient ruins on a recent vacation to Israel. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. March 23. 1999 - Page 8 FROM OUR READERS local citizens speak out on issues Village making progress, despite criticism, adversity agree with Mrs. Bonnie To the editor: Commitment and dedica­ White’s statement at the last council meeting when she tion has helped throughout said she was embarrassed. I the past year to support all levels of our village govern­ share those feelings, for 1 ment. In any community, es­ am also embarrassed: Embarrassed because for pecially in Nashville, this the past year this village personal effort makes the difference in the amount of council and I have been sub­ services made available to jected to constant criticism in every action, discussion all residents. and decision. Elected positions that Embarrassed because one manage the village are but a or two individuals within small part of government that keeps everything run­ our community, who held no elected office, can instigate ning smoothly. J believe we so much discord and nega­ have accomplished much in tive attitude because their the past year, sometimes with adversity and much personal opinions do not criticism. Growth is not represent the direction in painless and we are experi­ which the elected Village Council wishes to pursue. encing our share of growing pains. 1 am also embarrassed be­ Though I feel we accom­ cause many ofthe same peo­ plished much, it has not ple who four years ago op­ been an easy year. I must posed retaining an outstand- NOTICE MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP A public hearing on the proposed Maple Grove Township budget for the coming fis­ cal year, April 1, 1999 thru March 31, 2000 will be held in conjunction with the annual meeting at the Township Hall, 721 Durkee St., Nashville on March 27, 1999 at 1:30 p.m. Copies of the proposed budget may be obtained at the Township Hall. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxil­ iary aids or services should contact Susie Butler, Clerk by writing 9752 Evart, Nashville, or phoning 852-1859. A special meeting of the Maple Grove Township Board will be held immediately following the annual meeting. Susie Butler, Clerk Maple Grove Township ing police chief, keeping a second police cruiser, ac­ cepting a police grant, hiring additional officers, ques­ tioned the whereabouts and movements of the police cruiser, and giving adequate pay raises, have sat at coun­ cil meetings and demanded we implement the same is­ sues now that they previ­ ously opposed. It appears some people are unsure of what is best for the commu­ nity, but follow blindly in whatever . direction, and whatever cause their leader wishes to pursue. Every citizen in this com­ munity has the right to ques­ tion actions of the Village Council concerning govern­ mental issues. I have done so when I feel it necessary. But when one person be­ comes so focused as to not see the impact ofhis actions on all residents of the com­ munity, then that is wrong. The Village of Nashville is a representative democracy. We are governed under the General Law Village Act 1895 PA 3 as amended through July 10, 1998. As a representative democracy we elect a body to govern and make decisions for the village. These decisions are, at times, not popular with some local special interest groups or individuals. Those who are elected to represent must attempt to take as many viewpoints as possible into consideration, and make a decision they feel is best for all citizens of the community. This has al­ ways been our objective. Any decision made in haste has possible implications to future generations of Nashville. There are times when a quick decision seems the best approach to a problemonly to discover that if we had only stoppej, taken a deep breath and reflected for PUTNAM DISTRICT LIBRARY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR APRIL 1, 1999 THRU MARCH 51, 2000 The Putnam District Library will hold a public hearing on the proposed library budget at 915 Reed St., Nashville, Michigan 49073 on Monday, March 29, 1999 at 1:30 p.m. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the Township Hall. This notice is in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amend­ ed and the Americans with Disabilities Act. A REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE PUTNAM DISTRICT LIBRARY BOARD WILL BE HELD IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC HEAR­ ING TO ADOPT THE PROPOSED BUDGET. The Putnam District Library Board will provide necessary and reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting for individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon five days notice to the Secretary of the Board. Those requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Secretary of the Board by writing or calling the following: Lorna L. Wilson, Secretary 915 Reed St. P.O. Box 679 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-9479 or (517) 852-9193 100 a moment, a better decision could have been reached. And believe me, I feel there have been times recently when we have gone through the process above, only to come to the same conclu­ sion after that time ofreflec­ tion. I cannot understand why one person outside the polit­ ical process, who does not wish to be a part of it, is so negative about everything that is done in the commu­ nity. He has had nothing constructive in the past year to say about this community and creates every obstacle he can to obstruct the gov­ ernmental process in this community. Why does he re­ main in a place that causes so much displeasure to him? In regards to the Police Department, either the Vil­ lage Council nor I asked for the resignation of the chief. What we have asked for is accountability. As the leg­ islative body of the village, we have the legal responsibility of oversight. That oversight extends to all departments of the village. No one department has been singled out for special treat­ ment. I stand behind what I said in the Banner and Maple Valley News - policing in a village like Nashville is a lot different than a larger com­ munity such as Battle Creek. Our police chiefhas to be an administrator, budget man­ ager, patrol officer, and the senior representative of the department. In short the po­ lice chief must be a “jack of all trades.” When someone begins employment in a community it is his or her responsibility to conform to the policies of that community, and if changes are necessary, make recommendations. It is a shame that the police chief felt he had to resign, and I feel we made every effort to accommodate him. As an­ other village trustee said, all we have done in the past year is react, perhaps it is time for the final reaction. The village president and council have the responsibil­ ity, right and necessity to be kept informed as to what happens within the village when it concerns personnel and equipment, and that also has not happened. The real question is, who is the police chief reporting to? In my opinion, over the last year it has not been the village president, village council or the police com­ mittee. Yes, reports have been given in council meet­ ings, as required, but who is writing and approving the report prior to council meet­ ings, and who has given di­ rection to the department other than village officials? Personally, 1 am not sorry the resignation was submit­ ted. Elected officials should be kept advised (and not have to learn “third hand”) ofmatters such as an officer who commits a crime and is arrested, a police car that is inoperable or is in an acci­ dent. Similarly, the council should be given the opportu­ nity to discuss the wisdom ofmajor commitments, such as motorcycles, sufficiently before their delivery. At last week’s meeting, one resident commented that crime is down in the vil­ lage due to the efforts ofthe current police chief. An­ other resident behind her asked if I was aware of the serious big city crimes being committed in this commu­ nity. The police chief also claims crime is down, so are miles driven by the police cruiser and gallons of gas used. This must mean that if the police cruiser is driven less, there is less crime. So, if we perceive there is a relationship and we stop using the police cruiser, then crime will just disappear. Of course, this is a ridiculous theory and not one that we will pursue, but this is ex­ actly what some people would have us believe. It is my understanding that in criminology the mea­ surement of crime is not an exact science and that accu­ rate measurement of crime statistics depends on data that can be easily influenced by outside forces. Has the recording of data collected by our police department changed in the past year? This is a question I can not answer. TAXES • TAXES 2 gg W The level of crime in the village is certainly a concern to all residents. It is the gauge we use to measure the performance of our police department, and their ability to control crime. But crime control in itself is not enough, people expect more. We also expect visibility. Residents want to see our officers, all ofthem, includ­ ing the chief, who is nor­ mally on duty during the day. Visual contact is assur­ ance that our force is there when we need them, as well as when we do not. The police cruiser repre­ sents a large investment by the community and should be seen out patrolling, espe­ cially during specific times of the day such as when school is beginning and let­ ting out. Most people want to see our officers patrolling around the village in the day as well as the evening hours. Should we maintain a sec­ ond police cruiser? There are good arguments in sup­ port, and good arguments against. The council has not made a decision yet. I felt it was a good idea four years ago, when several residents were adamantly opposed to any consideration of such a thing. Whatever the decision is concerning the cruiser, we must ensure that there is an understanding between the Village Council and the po­ lice department as to what Continued next page • TAXES • TAXES RL Hill Tax Service * Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville Individuals, Specializing in Farms, • Partnerships & Small Corporations > < NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad x < • Call 517-852-0121 18 Years Experience </> TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES WANTED BY CASTLETON MAPLE GROVE - NASHVILLE TRANSFER RECYCLING CENTER Responsible and dependable person to work as treasurer for the Castleton - Maple Grove Nashville Transfer Recycling Board. For details phone (517) 852-9479 or 852-0795. PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on April 8, 1999 at 7:00pm in the council chambers. Purpose: to hear public comments on a new Village Right of Way Ordinance. Nashville Village Council �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, March 23, 1999 - Page 9 ' Mi' kX kXbb * %s ^ISlj SS& nA * *s<v V lk\V^ S.,. *O*iJ , FA ’^’Ai iS WkS k, s SK? s SJ* >« Msli K *s ^‘<t iKWiIa?'^ ss;«fe •K ;«fcifue> P* *WJ K ’’S S* •a ^4? *•*» mi^ ^•S ““’’""ikjte,, SH JMfctu cu Ufofoai ^imKn *RH« ^C*f*;(. i«Miaim !,®» A „ ■a £ Bj 'W'BB"W"WBj IIfax H{ R^bfe&fe J Hfkbteto, ; l-WM’lk i fe'itaftpFns, ' JJijs!$rfCi0ffi J ITMJfltJ We need honest debate, not harassment politics To the editor: I appreciate the people of Nashville for allowing me to represent them for another two years. I am proud to serve on the council and promise that I will do my best to address the needs ofthis community. I am concerned about re­ cent actions taken by a small but .vocal group who are working to undermine the Village Council in general and President Dennis Mapes in particular. Though the council did not ask Chief Bob Baker for his resigna­ tion, some in this commu­ nity are attempting to mis­ lead people claiming that the chief is being railroaded From previous page role is expected for its use in police work. In respect to village poli­ cies. In the past year the Vil­ lage Council has approved several new ordinances and policies that will make this job easier for future coun­ cils, but there is still much that needs to be done in the next fiscal year. Policies have been a constant point of criticism by a few who view them as set in stone. I believe they are guidelines for the council to use that ensure continuity in opera­ tions. They are also a tool that allow for uniform treat­ ment ofall employees. When -a situation arises that requires possibly setting aside a policy for the good of the village or an em­ ployee, we are perfectly jus­ tified in doing so as the gov- Reach over IK 'I®1® MCffll» gkove-m® fflliff® CEffil by the council. Some have even gone so far as to attack President Mapes personally. President Mapes does not serve this village out of a hunger for power or an in­ flated ego. He serves out of a sense of duty. I believe he has earned our respect. The people of Nashville need to decide how they want the business ofthis vil­ lage conducted, through ha­ rassment or through open discussion and honest de­ bate. I ask that people come to the council meeting this Thursday and let their views be known. Steve Wheeler, Nashville 30,000 area homes with a Reminder ACTION-AD Call 945-9554 24 Hours a Day 7 Days A Week eming body of this munici­ pality. Our polices are not formal ordinances, and be­ cause of their nature they may be modified at any time by the council. In the past year the Village Council has made every effort possible to be fair and just to both employees and residents. Serving on the Village Council or as village presi­ dent is not an easy task. Some people have gone out of their way to make it as difficult as possible in the past year. Is it little wonder that it is difficult to find cit­ izens willing to serve on the council? Just how much should an elected individual have to take? How much criticism, how many per­ sonal attacks is the limit? What has transpired the past year in Nashville causes people outside the community to wonder just what is going on, at times I am perplexed-and at a loss to explain or understand the situation. After the events of the past year, my thoughts to anyone who has lost an elec­ tion and refuses to accept it would be — “You lost. Deal with it, and now support those who serve in the com­ munity!” Dennis Mapes, Village President, Nashville CASTLETON TOWNSHIP 384618396 ON THE RUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR APRIL 1,1000 THRU MARCH 31,2000 The Castleton Township Board will hold a public hearing on the Proposed Township Budget at 915 Reed St., Nashville, Ml on Tuesday, March 30, 1999 at 12:00 noon. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED. TO SUP­ PORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the Township Hall. This notice is in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended and the Americans with Disabilities Act. A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD WILL BE HELD IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC HEARING TO ADOPT THE PROPOSED BUDGET. The Castleton Township Board will provide necessary rea­ sonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting for individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon five days notice to the Township Board. Those requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Township Board by writing or calling the following: Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor 915 Reed Street Nashville, Ml 49073 (517) 852-9479 Students learn about dangers of inhalants by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Rose Dunham's fifth grade science class members gave presentations including skits, game shows, and lec­ tures, about the harmful ef­ fects of controlled sub­ stances on the respiratory system. "We studied the different types of drugs that are harm­ ful to the respiratory sys­ tem," said Dunham. "The kids broke into five groups and I gave them one drug to focus on and they based a presentation on that." Dunham said the presenta­ tions corresponded with the recent studies of the lung and the dissection of pig's lung. "They are so talented, they worked very coopera­ tively," said Dunham. "I think it really brought the message home to them about the harmful aspects of these drugs on the lung." One group of students held an Inhalant's Game Show. The students pre­ sented each contestant with a different inhalant such as paint, markers and rubber Participants of the Inhalant Game show are (from left) Aaron Myers, Cameron Abfalter, Jessica Stambaugh, and host Jenna Denton. Teacher Rose Dunham made a video of the presentations to send home to the student's parents. cement. "What are you gonna chose?" said host Jenna Denton. The contestants chose yes or no, and then Denton went on to explain the effects of each inhalant. Inhalants in the presenta­ tions included tobacco, crack/cocaine and marijuana. WANT TO GET A FOOT IN THE DOOR? Ifyou have considered entering the health care profession, a great way to start is by obtaining your CENA certificate. You can do that here at Thomapple Manor and get paid while you are doing it!I! Pre-qualifications include: honesty, dependability, like working with and helping peo­ ple. Training lasts 11 days and begins on April 7th. The first 6 days run from 8am - 4pm and the last 5 days run from 6:30 am - 2:30 pm with no classes being held on the weekends. Starting rate of pay is S7.8I per hour with excellent benefits, including medical and/or dental insurance. To apply, come to Thomapple Manor to fill our an application and schedule an interview before April 2nd, 1999. Thornapple Manor School lunch menu 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, March 24 Ham and cheese sub, apple juice, cherries, choco­ late pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, March 25 High School Dominos. Cheese pizza, green beans, pineapple, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, March 26 Com dog, carrot sticks, peaches, peanut butter bar, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, March 29 Mexican pizza, corn, peaches, fruit snack, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, March 30 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, blueberries, cook­ ie, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 24 Choose One - Ham and cheese sub, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, french fries, cherries, juice, milk. Thursday, March 25 High School Dominos. Choose One - Dominos piz­ za, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, March 26 Choose One - Com dogs, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, carrot sticks, peaches, juice, milk. Monday, March 29 Choose One - Mexican pizza, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel com, peaches, juice, milk. Tuesday, March 30 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza, cheeseburg­ er, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, mashed pota­ toes, blueberries, juice, milk. ^iornapple & DEBT OVERLOAD? BANKRUPTCY? SELF-EMPLOYED? PMC Mortgage Company provides innovative financing solutions with the equity in your home. Our Experts Listen To Your Needs ... 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Members welcomed Don and Ester Martin joining them as guests. Don Martin is going to become a new member of the Nashville club. Dave Mace of Mace Phar- Call 945-9554 anytime for ACTION-Ads! macy recently attended a Visitors will be welcome to come and have their eyes seminar on herbals. He shared with the Lions for tested. April is Maple Syrup Fes­ about 30 minutes some good herbs that are on the market tival time. The American Le­ today. He talked about herbs gion and the Nashville Li­ that help people with arthri­ ons combine efforts to cre­ tis, colds, shrinking ate pancake meals in the prostates, circulation, mem­ American Legion Building ory, sleep problems and a during the festival. Many number ofother problems. workers are needed to help Lions John Moore, Ken serve the festival customers. Brand and Carl Pufpaff at­ Those who would like to be tended a White Cane forum volunteers can call John at the Holt High School in Hughes (852-1978) or Dave February. 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First consultation free, fees fully explained in ad­ vance, call 616-945-3512 for appointment. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. TAKE “AIM” AT YOUR “STATE” and “FEDERAL” taxes. You can “LEARN” how to “LEGALLY” slash your taxes and be “AUDIT PROOF’ at the same time. You can have the ‘TAX DREAM TEAM” work­ ing for you. For more informa­ tion caU 517-852-9806 or 517­ 852-1872________________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 YOU ARE INVITED... Fillmore Equipment, Inc. PLANTING SERVICE CLINIC IMI1 MT Tuesday evening, March 23 ■ VITMwJFl ■ Starting at 7:00 P.M. 2900 N. Broadway (M-43), Hastings, Ml (4 miles N. of Hastings on M-43) Phone: 616-945-9526 Don’t miss this chance to learn valuable information on servicing and adjusting your John Deere planters and drills. We will concentrate on John Deere 7200 & 7000 series planters, the newer MaxEmerge Plus units and 750 /1560 no-till drills. Learn how to maximize your machine’s performance by hearing tips on its operation and maintenance. You will have opportunities to discuss your equipment with the experts from John Deere and from Fillmore Equipment. HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE! Contest winners announced Fuller Elementary has announced the winners of the Reading Month posters. They are third grader's (back row,,, left,) Raechel Eckelbecker,, Matt Wahl,, and Jorden Hewlett. Second grade winners were (middle row, left), Jesse Lee Miller, Cory Whitiker, and Kinsey Bartlett. Front row first graders were, (left) Katelynn Kellogg, Kaytlin Furlong, and Brandon Downing. Calendar oS Events TO ALL THE WONDERFUL PEOPLE I can’t begin to thank everyone for sending me cards, visits, flowers and food. It’s been rough, I’ve been through three surgerys and it looks like two or three more, but it helps knowing I’ve got friends that care so much. Thanks again, God bless you all. Faye Salyer. CARD OF THANKS Thank you to everyone who contributed to make our 50th Wedding Anniversary a beautiful day. Also thanks to those who sent cards and came to our party. It is a day we will never forget.Tom & Bonnie Wood Recreation FISH FOR STOCKING: Gi­ ant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth , Smallmouth Bass, Catfish,Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis’ Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, Mi 49055., 616-628-2056 days., 616-624-6215 evenings. For Sale QUEEN SIZE PILLOW TOP Luxury firm mattress set with frame “Brand New” cost $850, sacrifice $250. 1-517-541-8132 100 CARPET REMNANTS “Room Sizes” 25c per foot. For example 12’xl8' cost $54.00 many larger sizes Hurry! Dennis Distributing 401 N. 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Apr. 10-11 4-H Rabbit Workshop at Kettunen Center. Apr. 14 Horse Developmental Committee at 7 p.m. Extension Office. Apr. 15 Small Animal Sale & Goat Pre-registration forms due at the Extension Office. Swine must be in 4-H member’s possession. Non-Livestock Developmental Committee 6:30 p.m. at Exten­ sion Office. Apr. 17 MSU Vet-A-Visit. 4-H Caprine Expo. Apr. 18 B & B Youth Livestock Judging contest. Apr. 19 Poultry Development Meeting, 6:30 p.m. - Ex­ tension Office. Apr. 21 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m. Extension Office. Apr. 22 Barry County Homemakers/Slow Cooking Class at 6:00-9:30 p.m. at the Community Room, C/L Building. Apr. 24 Small Animal Day - MSU. Apr. 24-25 4-H Horse Jamboree - MSU. Apr. 26 Rabbit Developmental Committee, 7:00 p.m., HHS Ag. Room. DOUBLE, PILLOW TOP QUEEN SIZE BED, Luxury Firm mattress set, 2 months old, still sealed in plastic, did not use. 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COMMITMENT-MINDED Humorous divorced white dad of two, 38, 5*10”, with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys bicycling, rock climbing, sky diving, movies, children, dining out and more, is seek seek-­ ing a sincere, trustworthy single white female, 2S35. Ad#.94O1 MUTUAL DEDICATION Just show him some love and he'll go out of his way to make you happy.This big-hearted single white father, 32, 5'9”, with brown hair/eyes. who enjoys hunting, fishing, camp­ ing and family times, seeks a caring single white female, 25-37. Ad#.9128 To renew, change, cancel or ask any questions, call our customer service representa­ tives at 1-716-633-3209. Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM, GL 0315 �The Maple-Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 23, 1999 - Page 12 Vermontville Library fiscal year end nears large contribution to the li­ brary’s holdings, which has helped the money go further than ever. Some of Potter’s donations, which include Being a Township library, the fiscal year is coming to an end March 31. One of its patrons. Susan Potter, has again made a Battle Creek man hurt in two-car accident Works was treated for in­ juries at Community Hospi­ tal in Battle Creek; Gray and two juvenile passengers in her car were not injured. Works was ticketed for fail­ ing to yield the right-ofway. A Battle Creek man was injured March 11 when his vehicle and another car collided at the intersection of Dowling Road and North Avenue in Maple Grove Township, according to Barry County Sheriffs deputies. Deputies said Gerald M. Works, 49, was westbound on Dowling Road at 5:35 p.m. when he stopped at the North Avenue intersection and then proceeded out into the intersection. Works told police he did not see a car driven by Sherri L. Gray, 30, of Dowling, who was northbound on North Av­ enue. The Gray vehicle struck the Works vehicle, police said. Haan, God Speaks to a King, The First Woman, The Time the World Drowned, and A World is Bom and by Sigmund Brower, Dr. Drab­ ble ’s Remarkable Underwa­ ter Breathing Pills, Dr. Drabble’s Amazing Invisi­ bility Mirror, Dr. Drabble’s Astounding 1 Musical Mesmerizer and Dr. Drabble’s Spectacular Shrinker-Enlarger. Other new books added recently in the junior non­ fiction section are: From Dorling Kindersley publish­ ing, the “Why” series, Why Are There Waves?, Why videos videos and and books books, are are Moses Moses starring Ben Kingsley, Tour­ ing Alaska, Cruising Alaska’s Inside Passage, Wild Alaska, Timmy’s Gift, A Celebration of Four Sea­ sons, Who’s Who at the Zoo?, California Odyssey, Hidden Treasure, Simon the Lamb, In Search of Dudley Dumpling, Abraham star­ ring Richard Harris and Bar­ bara Hershey, Sampson & Delilah starring Dennis Hopper, Jacob, Joseph and Ambushed: A Tale of the Old West, Bible Stories in Rhythm & Rhyme by Sheri Serving Our Country Christian A. 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Prices good thru Saturday <4 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-03-30.pdf 63f52811edd823bd6a4ed370b049effd PDF Text Text HAS t P 121 S. HURCH ST HUSTING S, Ml 49058 1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945*9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 13/M arch 30,1999 Nashville Council names new acting police chief by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council Thursday voted unanimously to accept Po­ lice Chief Bob Baker's res­ ignation, effective March 31, and chose Garry Barnes an acting chief to replace him. At the previous meeting council put the vote to ac­ cept the resignation on hold pending an exit interview. The council sought to sit down with Baker to "see where we went wrong," as Trustee Ginger Burd had said. Trustee Mike Kenyon said that Baker was willing to do the interview, but he wanted it closed to the public. The village attorney was con­ tacted and it was found that the exit interview must be held in an open meeting. Kenyon said Baker regret­ fully declined upon hearing the news. Kenyon said the Police Committee held interviews with officers Barnes and Terry Johnson, and though both interviews were "excel­ lent," the committee rec­ ommended Barnes to stand in as acting chief. Both Johnson and Barnes are full­ time officers with the vil- Attorney General Jennifer Granholm reads from a book that she said was one of her children's favorite stories. Michigan Attorney General reads to Maplewood kids by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Acting Nashville Chief of Police Garry Barnes. lage. Kenyon also recom­ mended Johnson be pro­ moted to corporal. This and pay rates for both officers were to be decided at a spe­ cial meeting March 29. The council then approved Barnes as acting chief. Barnes has been with the department for a year and a half. He has requested that if this position does not work out that he be allowed to move back into his full­ time officer's position. Michigan Attorney Gen­ eral Jennifer Granholm was the guest reader last week for Maplewood Elementary students. The Maplewood young­ sters have been visited by a different special reader each week to celebrate March Is Reading Month. Granholm visited with all the classes at Maplewood, Council says good-bye to Ginger Burd by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Nashville Village Trustee Ginger Burd, who served in her last regular meeting this past Thursday, chose to leave the council and public with thoughts about her time served. Burd talked about what she had learned on the coun­ cil. Bonnie White will take her trustee's position on the council at the next meeting after she was elected last month. "I feel a responsibility to all of you because for the last year and a half you paid me to sit on this council and I would like to share with you some of the things I have learned as a result," she said. "It is true that the greater the variety of perspectives and backgrounds represented in the village council mem­ bers, the more possibility there is for conflict. But it is also true that because of this diversity the greater op­ portunity for valuable input exists. The greater the vari­ ety ofviewpoints the greater possibility off all view­ points, including your own, will be represented. That is one of the things I learned. "Rarely do people have enough information on an individual basis to make a Before Granholm read the stories to the students, she said the books were her two childrens’ favorites as well. Many of the children guessed the attorney general and the governor, but needed prodding about the secretary of state and lieutenant gov­ ernor. Granholm was elected to her job for the time last November, succeeding Frank Kelley. Before Granholm read the stories to the students, she said the books were her two children's favorites as well. “Leaders are made not born. A leader who does pretend to know everything, who is not afraid to ask questions, listen and learn is of more value than one who knows it all.” - Ginger Burd responsible, well thought out decision. It is important to have several people in­ volved. "Leaders are made not bom. A leader who does not pretend to know everything, who is not afraid to ask questions, listen and learn is of more value than one who knows it all... his character sets a standard below which he will not stoop. He who plays out his life for the talking briefly about her job and read some ofher favorite books. "There are four state elected positions..." said Granholm, "Do you know what they are?" Nashville Village President Dennis Mapes presents leaving Trustee Ginger Burd with a certificate of appreciation for her time on the council. crowd on the other hand is no leader, he is an actor, a politician in the worst sense ofthe word." "If I were to return to serve' as a trustee in a few years from now, I would probably not be as fortunate to serve with a council such as this... for myself I salute President (Dennis) Mapes and each and every council member. It has been an honor and a pleasure serving for you." Mapes presented Burd with a certificate of appreci­ ation, and thanked her for her time served on the coun­ cil. One story, about a man whose seeds from an em­ peror would not grow, taught the students about morals. " What is the message of the story?" Granholm asked. "Don't cheat!" the stu­ dents yelled in unison. "Exactly right," she replied. "You have been an excellent audience. When you grow up and choose a career I hope you chose something that gives back to the community." "We felt very fortunate that she would come our way," said Maplewood Prin­ cipal Nancy Potter. "(Teacher) Bob Smith set up all of our guest speakers for reading month. The kids were very impressed with her and she seemed thrilled to be here and the kids could sense that." "Bob has brought the idea to my attention of the pos­ sibility of having special speakers throughout the year, and I think that is a great idea, based on the sucess we have had with it this past month," said Pot­ ter. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 30, 1999 - Page 2 Fuller kids form career club Dorthy McMillen styles the Career Club girls hair and tells them about her career. Jodi Moore explains to the Career Club the responsibility of a pharmacist. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Fuller Elementary stu- dents have been getting a first hand look at a variety of career paths lately. Ten students in the second and third grades have been visiting places of business, interviewing the people who work there and preparing presentations in their class­ rooms. "So far they have visited a We’ll protect vour home sweet mobile home. e insure homes and the people who live in them through to-Owners Insurance Company. Stop in and learn how you can save by insuring both your mobile home and car with Auto-Owners, or qualify for our mature mobile construction manager, two pharmacists, and a cosmol­ ogist," said Fuller Principal Bernie Hynes. The career club meets ev­ ery Wednesday for lunch with Hynes in the princi­ pal's office. "Discussion centers around the six career paths, preparation for a particular career choice, and character traits that are exhibited by good employees in any field," said Hynes. Hynes said the program has been a great success, and a trip is being planned for all third grade students to visit Michigan State Uni­ versity in the spring. Funding for the program comes from a grant through the Career Prep Advisory Committee at the Eaton In­ termediate School District. Hynes applied for and re­ ceived the grant in early January 1999. Lucas Brumm and Alex Culhane look at blue prints with a Construction Manager as part of the Career Club at Fuller. Eric Hurlbut (from left), Amber Kellogg and Leann Mason learn the pharmacy sells more than just prescriptions. homeowners discount. I ^Auto-Owners Insurance CHERYL’S j HAIR SHOP Life Home Car Business 7kiNo PrMmfatpfl* CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml 517-852-2377 TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE 517-726-0580 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .............. 11 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. .11a.m. (Nursery Provided) PASTOR .MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a m. Sunday: A M. Worship .;.... 11 a m. P.M. Worship........... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .............................. 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship .................. 10:3£f a.m. Evening Worship......... V.6 p.m. Wednesday Evening kv p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School........................... 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class..................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service................................. 7 Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .............. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................. 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service ................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 30, 1999 - Page 3 ‘Plus Pouch’ gets rave reviews from children by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter All first-graders look for­ ward to the weekend when they get to take a "Plus Pouch" home. The "Plus Pouch" con­ tains many treats for the students, some returnable, some not. The pouches contain a re­ turnable book, a game titled "Hugs and Tickles," a video titled, "Wonderful Me," mi­ crowave popcorn to be en­ joyed with the video, PlayDoh for the student to keep and printed information for parents. "It is to be used for spe­ cial parent child time to­ gether," said Fuller Princi­ pal Bernie Hynes. "The pro­ gram is the brainchild of the Eaton County Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Council, in Charlotte." Hynes said that this is the first year the program has been in place, and the feed­ back from parents has been overwhelmingly positive. "Parents have thanked us for the opportunity to read the book, play the game and Student's in Pam Hunt's second grade class enjoy silent reading. Fuller second-graders to expand ‘silentreading’ by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Principal of Fuller Bernie Hynes gives the "Plus Pouch" filled with goodies to student Whitney Ulrich for the weekend. enjoy the pouch with the rest of the family." Each time the pouches are returned, Hynes refills the consumables and it is sent home with another child. "The kids can’t wait for the pouch to visit their home and eagerly wait for their turn," Hynes said. Vermontville Bible Church to present Easter Cantata The Vermontville Bible Church choir will present, “Worthy Is The Lamb” by Don Wyrtzen, an ageless story of Israel, Pharoah, and the plagues that present Christ as the Perfect Lamb, worthy to be slain for sins. This presentation will take place on Easter Sunday, April 4, at 11 a.m. Everyone is invited to come. Ver­ montville Bible Church is located at 250 North Main St. in Vermontville. For further information, ca|l the church at 726-0647. Easter egg hunt will be Saturday Grace Community Church will have its third annual Easter egg hunt at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 3, Putnam Park in Nashville. The hunt is for kids of all ages and it will be divided up by age group. Children need to bring their own bag or basket. There will be candy for everyone and some special prizes if lucky eggs are found. Good Friday service set Diana’s Place The Place to gofor Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road To Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 There will be a commu­ nity Good Friday service at the Nashville United Methodist Church April 2 at 1 p.m. All are invited. The ser­ vice is sponsored by Peace United Methodist Church and Nashville United Methodist Church. Pam Hunt's second grade class at Fuller Elementary will be carrying a little bit of reading month through­ out the rest of the year. Hunt has had her class­ room reading silently for a half hour a day to celebrate National Reading Month. She said it has gone so well she will continue the read­ ing time for the rest of the year. "They select their own books, and keep them in their mail boxes," said Hunt "They then find a comfy place to read. At first it was a challenge to sit still for that long and read, but now they love it and look forward to it" Hunt said that students are now reading chapter books, and that leads to the excite­ ment of the silent reading time. "They love to pick up where they left off," Hunt said. Peal Estate Miscellaneous HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt conso aon, income consolidation, ncome property, propery, home improvement, quick closings.. Call 7.days/24hrs Alied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-SOO611-3766. AMAZING METABOLISM BREAKTHROUGH. Quick* Easy! Free samples. Call 616868-7099__________________ MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate NEED BUSINESS CARDS, call J-Ad Graphics at 945- 9554 Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. 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Nashville, Tuesday, March 30, 1999 Page 4 ‘After School Special has treasure egg hunt After the treasure hunt was complete children file into the library to receive toys and prizes. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter If success can be measured by numbers, then Putnam Library's After School Spe­ cial last Wednesday was hugely popular. Around 50 children showed up for the treasure egg hunt. Librarian Deidra Bryans organized the hunt, which consisted of plastic eggs with clues leading to the next plastic egg and so on. The hunt took place in the area surrounding the library. The students started the After School Special off by creating Easter crafts. But far more exciting, it seemed, was the treasure hunt. Chil­ dren were so into the hunt that many ran ahead to the next egg, leaving the younger children behind. This was followed by stem warning from Bryans, who participants wouldn't get a treasure at the end of the hunt if they did not walk The kids run around the yard surrounding the Putnam Library trying to find clues in the treasure hunt. High tech program set by Eaton Family and Community Education Adam Jones gets a perfect view of the treasure hunt from his dad Andrew's shoulders. Mom Annette looks on from below. ...will be 80 years old on March 31st! Please help us celebrate her birthday with a card shower. Cards can be sent to: Lila Green P.O. Box 72, Vermontville, MI 49096 and work together as a team. This seemed to calm the children a bit. At the end of the treasure hunt, everyone gathered in the library to draw numbers. They then got a chance to pick a "treasure" off the table. The children's faces told all, as they smiled and jumped up and down with their prizes. WE PROVIDE A HOME... 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The program will be pre­ sented in the public meeting room of the Eaton County Office Building, 551 Court­ house Drive, Charlotte. There is a $3 fee at the door. To reserve a seat, call Eaton County MSU Exten­ sion at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. OROTHY EDMONDS 94th Birthday • April 16th She would, enjoy receiving a birthday card. 11334 W. Court Blvd. • Jacksonville, FL 32218 Happy Birthday!i Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO -Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-8001-800­ 672-9604._________________ FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS,We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. REPO: MUST SELLwill look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ . 672-9604.__________________ ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. 1997 LIBERTY MOBILE HOME w/shed, excellent con­ dition, all appliances stay, ask­ ing $24,900 obo, phone nights, 517-852-1909 TANNING ’4.00 per visit Walk-Ins ’15.00 5 Visit Package ’25.00 10 Visit Package ’40.00 20 Visit Package New Tanning Beds California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, March 30, 1999 - Page 5 PTO selling M.V. T-shirts The P.T.O. is selling tee-shirts and sweatshirts with each schools name printed below the big M.V. and whimsical lion, which is the Maple Valley mascot. They can be purchased at any school office. Fuller students Gene Quantrell, and Ayla May proudly display the shirt and sweatshirt. Help Wanted DUE TO EXPANSION, one of Michigan’s fastest growing company’s is looking for 8-10 people for customer relations. Weekly pay is $540 and bonus packages. For interview, call 616-948-2298. Fuller announces book mailt winners HASTINGS 4 Free Drink Refills .250 Corn Refills Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ONLY $3.50 Matinees before 6 p.m. Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tuesday O No passes or Tuesday discounts - Digrtai Sound Stadium Seating Glvea YOU An Unobstructed View FREE KID SHOW SERIES “PAULIE” (PG) SAT/SUN 11:00 AM________ Fuller announced book mark winners to celebrate National Reading Month. They are, (back row, from left) Mercedes Bernheisel, Lydia Kitchen, and Randy Henry, (middle row) John Mater, Amber Farnum, and Samantha Newton, (front) Anthony Roy, Cam Eldridge, and Courtney Howard. For Sale BED, PILLOW TOP KING, bought new 1 month ago, but never used (still in plastic), nice as new, cost $1,050, sacrifice $400 or best. 517-626-2629 DOUBLE, PILLOW TOP QUEEN SIZE BED, Luxury Firm mattress set, 2 months old, still sealed in plastic, did not use. Sold for $800, will sell for $350 or offer. 517-227-0006 A Community Shower Hosted by SIREN/Eaton Shelter and Eaton Federal Savings Bank Over 300 people^! half of them children, ai served each year in Eaton County by this agency. Your support will be greatly appreciated! SIREN/Eaton Shelter Recreation - ANALYZE THIS (R) ■ TUES -12:15,3:10,5:15,7:25,9:30; ■ WED/THURS-5:15,7:25,0:30 FISH FOR STOCKING: Gi­ ant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth , Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis’ Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, Mi 49055., 616-628­ 2056 days., 616-624-6215 eve­ nings. ■ 0 ED TV (PG-13) MTU. TUES-12:00,2:25,4:50,7:20,9:50; WED/THURS-4:S0,7:20,9:50 - 0 MOD SQUAD (R) DIGITAL ■ TUES • 1:00,3:00.5:00,7:00,9:00; ■ WED/THURS-5:00,7:00,9:00 ■ CRUEL INTENTIONS (R) TUES I WED /THURS- 9:20 _ OKING AND 1(G) TUES -12:40.3:20,5:20,7:30; WED ITHURS • 5:20,7:30 _ [coupon • With This Adil! Receive a..7] i FREE 46 oz. POPCORN i H " J (Measued by voh/na not weight) 11 ■ * 1 per coupon I limited supplies Coupon expres 4-16-99 • (MV)! ■ ■ Hit our website at www.gqti.com as recently been awarded federan funding to provide emergency shelter" for families who need more than six weeks to turn their lives around. Unfortunately the grant does not include funding for furniture and household items. This COMMUNITY SHOWER is being held in an effort to meet the need of furnishing this house. " ■ II ITETl'l I llfa GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Ad­ vertise with classifieds in the Reminder and Hastings Banner. Ph. 945-9554 Shower dates are March 27th to April 17th Stop by any Eaton Federal office and pick a flower today! We re asking you to stop by any Eaton Federal Office and "Pick a Flower" from our Giving Tree to donate an item. Eaton Federal B AN K LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville-852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet-749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon EQUAL M0USIW �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, March 30, 1999 Page 6 Dean C. Peters CHARLOTTE - Dean C. Peters, age 66, of Charlotte, passed away Monday, March 22, 1999. Mr. Peters was bom March 2, 1933 in East Detroit, Michigan, the son of Mike and Sophia (Varanovich) Peters. He was a counselor for the Eaton County Substance Abuse Agency, active in supporting AA programs and on the Board of Directors of Hope House in Jonesville. Mr. Peters is survived by his wife, Constance; step-children, Shawn Dee Hartless of San Diego, California, Shana Lynn Sanders of Piedmont, Oklahoma and Shad Michael Little of San Diego, California; brothers, Charles (Sue) Peters of Tucson, Arizona and James (Sue) Peters of Midland; one nephew; one niece; three cousins and two great nephews. Funeral Services were held Thursday, March 25, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home. Reverend Rich Mitterling officiated. Arrangements were prepared by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Kindergarten Mrs. Seifert. We been having fun in March! We made kites and graphed who liked lions and lambs. More kids in our room like lions. We’ve been reading lots of stories. We enjoyed having fourth graders and high school students read Dr. Seuss books to us. We’ve been talking about maple syrup and how it’s made. Second Grade Mrs. Long. We have been having fun reading and doing activ­ ities during reading month. We enjoyed the high school students and Lauren’s mom for sharing their favorite School Lunch Menu books. In math we are doing a great job adding and subtracting with regrouping. We’re learning about weather in science and had fun seeing how the wind helps when we flew kites. In health we are learning about all kinds of safety. We wish you all a “Happy Easter.” Third Grade Mrs. Wilde. We are loving March is Reading Month. We read Dr. Seuss books to other classes. We loved dressing up like The Cat in the Hat. We have also enjoyed read­ ing Pippi Longstocking. We can’t wait to celebrate Pippi Day. Third Grade Mrs. Arvizu. Students in Mrs. Arvizu’s third grade are learning about space. We are orbitting with books during March is Reading Month. Students are making great progress on their multiplica­ tion facts. Ethan Griswold was the first in our class to pass all of the tests. We are currently enjoying Super­ fudge by Judy Blume. She writes funny stories. Third Grade - Mrs. Slag. Eight students completed the Pizza Hut Book It program this year. They were Joey Smith, Ryan Schroder, Mi­ randa Svoboda, Charles Wymer, Joshua Sams, Shawn Root, Chelsey Parish, and Danielle Christensen. They completed the required reading at home every month for five months. Con­ gratulations to these students and their families. Nachos, green beans, pear halves, fortune cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. [STANTON'S James A. Blodgett, Jr. HASTINGS - Mr. James A. Blodgett, Jr., age 46, of Hastings, passed away Friday, March 26, 1999 at Spectrum Health­ Downtown Grand Rapids. Mr. Blodgett was bom on October 13, 1952 in Ladysmith, Wisconsin, the son of James C. & Doris Jean (Gutheridge) Blodgett. He was raised in Bruce, Wisconsin until 1959 when the family moved to Hastings. He attended Hastings schools, graduating in 1971 from Hastings High School. He went on to attend Kellogg Community College. Mr. Blodgett married Rebecca Joy Bolthouse on June 10, 1971 in Hastings. He was employed at Camp Michawana near Hastings, previous employment included: Ketchum Machine Company, True Value Hardware, Clark Equipment, Fox Builders and Everett Engineering. He was a member of Nashville Baptist Church and a former Church Board Member. Mr. Blodgett was preceded in death by his grandparents and father-in- Penny Supper Friday, April 2nd 5:30 ~ 7:30 p.m. at Nashville VFW Meat Loaf & Breaded Pork Chops Chairperson is Vici Banks law, Gerald E. Bolthouse in 1990. Mr. Blodgett is survived by his wife, Becky; two daughters, Kandi (Paul) Harris of Grand Rapids, and Jami (Mike) Hedger of Hastings; one grandson, Shedrach Hedger, parents, Doris & Jim Blodgett of Hastings; two sisters, Judy (Dale) Loucks of Hastings, and Jennifer (Paul) Turner of Hastings; brother, Roger (Kathy) Blodgett of Hastings; mother-in-law, Ann Bolthouse of Hastings. Funeral Services for Mr. Blodgett were held Monday, March 29, 1999 at Nashville Baptist Church. Pastor Lester DeGroot officiated. Burial was in Brush Ridge Cemetery, Hope Township, Barry County. Memorial contributions may be made to Camp Michawana. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Maple Valley Elementary Schools Lunch Menus Wednesday, March 31 Nature Made Vitamin Sale Nature Made Vitamin C Thursday, April 1 Fuller Dominos. Cheese Pizza, apple juice, pineap­ ple, birthday cake, 1/2 pt. milk. ESTATE AUCTION of Real Estate * Personal Property LOCATED at 121 S. State Street, Nashville, Ml (State Street is located 1 block east of M-66/Main Street) on: Friday, April 2 No school. served. Thursday, April 8,1999 lunch No Sale Begins at 10 AM Real Estate Sells at 12:30 PM Monday, April 5 Spring Break. 500 Mg. 100 s $2.19 NatutG^ rade Nature Made Vitamin E 400 IU100 s $4.19 Nature Made Vitamin C 1000 Mg. 100 s $4.79 144 SOUTH MAINSTREET'* VERMONTVILLE. MICHIGAN 49096 Tuesday, April 6 Spring Break. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 31 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, pear halves, juice, milk. Nice two story brick home situated on a large lot. The home has a dining room, living room, 4 bedrooms, pantry, enclosed back porch, kitchen and bath. There is also a good two story garage. Thursday, April 1 Choose One - Spaghetti, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, California blend veg., , pineapple, juice, milk. OPEN HOUSES: Thursday, March 25 - 4:00-5:30 and Sunday, March 28 -1:00-2:30 p.m. Call for a flyer with bidding information and a list of the personal property to be sold! Friday, April 2 Choose One - No School. Estate Of ORVILLE (MIKE) EVERETT No lunch served. 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Do you? �PUBLIC NOTICE Emergency Liquidation Sale DOWNTOWN HASTINGS Gigantic $500,000.00 Furniture Liquidation S All Stock Merchandise is Available for Immediate Delivery on a First Come, First Served Basis OR BRING YOUR TRUCK and TAKE IT HOME WITH YOU TODAY! Fuller’s Is Now CLOSED to MARK DOWN PRICES and will re-open its doors on Friday, April 2nd. SALE HOURS: Friday, April 2nd - 10 am to 9 pm Saturday, April 3rd - 10 am to 6 pm Tuesday, April 6th - 10 am to 6 pm HURRY IN NOW FOR BEST SELECTION! LOOK FOR MORE DETAILS TO COME IN THE NEWSPAPER!!! Fuller’s is seriously overstocked and must liquidate a major portion of its inventory by April 15th! Interior Design Service NEW HOURS: Closed Sun. & Mon.; Tues., Wed., Sat. 10 am - 6 pm; Thurs & Fri. 10 am - 8 pm ’ With approved credit. Minimum purchase $499.00 “A Family Owned Business For 3 Generations!” DOWNTOWN HASTINGS - 105 E. State Street, Hastings • (616) 945-5105 �The Maple bailey ailey News New Nas^/ille Ti>es<3ay March 30 199& - Page 8 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out on Issues Problems with Thornapple Trail can be worked out Dear editor: This letter is addressed to all property owner* adjacent to the Paul Henry Thornapplc Trail in the Nashville area which h runs along tthe abando ned railroad grade running from V rmontville to Kent wood Th re has been misinformation on the trail and the Thornapplc Trail Association, which I could like to clear up. The Thornapplc Trail As­ sociation is a private, non­ profit organization with the purpose of acquiring, devel­ oping and promoting, a nonmotonzed mu hi-use trailway extending from Ver­ montville, through Nashville to Hastings Township and from Rutland Township to Middleville. The trailway continue* from southern Kent County to Kentwood There is approximately 10 miles of trailway in south­ eastern Barry County In December 1998, the Thornapplc Trail Associa­ tion acquired from the previ- ner t s section of way to d elop a non­ motonzed trail for th enjoyment of all citizens of the community. This land is owned by the Thornapple Trail Association and was acquired by donations, grants and private funds No tax money has been used to acquire this land. We are presently organizing a Nashville chapter of the Thornapplc Trail Associa­ tion and welcome area resi­ dents' participation by those who share our goals. There have been concerns expressed concerning dump­ ing along the trail and tres­ passing on private property We have also experienced destruction ofthe trail grade and trees cut across the trail. Past experience with other trailways have shown that once an abandoned railroad grade is developed into trail­ way and opened for public use, such practices on dump­ ing, trespassing, and other antisocial behavior ceases to WE NEED GOOD WORKERS!!! In partnership with Charlotte Anodizing, we are offering a 90 days incentive program. Work hard and earn points toward great merchandise. Because of an increase in business, we are look­ ing for workers that want longevity in a job. This program will give you the opportunity to be part of a working team! We are looking to fill many posi­ tions throughout the plant. March 30th, 9:30 a.m. Orientation/informational meeting at our office. Tour to follow at the plant. We are now on the Net. Send your resume to us and we will get you on line! Send to: trillium@ia4u.net More than temporary! We have the right connec­ tions! TRILLIUM STAFFING SOLUTIONS: 517-543-2023 be a problem The recreational u of the trail dis­ courages ch behavior and becomes self-policing. Any such problems witnessed along the trail should be re­ ported to the local police or sheriff. Any adjacent property owners who have prior ease­ ments or need to acquire an easement to access their property should contact the Thomapple Trail Associa­ tion. We are willing to meet privately with adjacent prop­ erty owners to address their concerns. Any adjacent property owners or citizens who have questions or concerns about the trail should call me at (616) 795-8739 or Roger Vilmont at (616) 945-5166. You may write to the Thor­ napple Trail Association, P.O. Box 393, Middleville, MI 49333. Michael Gormley, President Thornappie Trail Association National Ads BAKERY PRODUCTION WORKER - to $11.32/hr + benefits, overtime, training pro­ vided (permanent), start now, 616-969-2424, JOBLINE. 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The following terms of office are to be filled at the annual elec­ tion to be held on Monday, June 14, 1999: Two four-year terms - July 1, 1999 through June 30, 2003 One three-year term - immediately following the election through June 30, 2003. Nominating petitions must be filed at the superintendent’s office, 11090 Nashville Highway, not later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 12, 1999. Any candidate filing a nominating petition may withdraw only by filing written notice of withdrawal, signed by the candidate, not later than 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 15, 1999. The superintendent’s office is open from 8:00-4:30 Monday through Friday. The office will be closed on Good Friday, April 2 1999. Nashville employees pay rate changes approved by Shawna Hubbarth Staff"Writer After months of debate, the Nashville Village Coun­ cil approved wage increases and standard wages for vil­ lage employees. They are as follows: • Village clerk: $5,000 per year. • Village treasurer $5,000 per year. • DPW full-time worker, standard rate: $13.89 per hour. • Superintendent of Public Works: Change to salary pay — 45-hour per week average, $43,000 per year with on-call duty 24 hours a day for emergencies. • Police — The council set standard rates only, no individual rates, which was to be determined at a special meeting Monday, March 29. • Chief standard rate at four years experience with the village — $16.35 per hour. • Full-time standard at four years — $13 per hour. • There is no standard wage for part-time employees, who start at $7 per hour, at 100 hours of time employed $9 per hour, and after one year, $9.50. • The office manager stan­ dard rate is $10.66 per hour. • Office clerk standard rate is $9.66 per hour. In other business the council: • Adopted new policies on department heads' attendance at meetings, and the vacat­ ing of streets, alleys or pub­ lic grounds. Department heads are required to attend the first council meeting of the month, with a written report. They will be paid one hour of compensation at time and a half. The vacat­ ing of streets alleys or pub­ lic grounds policy outlines the procedures in such an event. Copies of both poli­ cies are available at the vil­ lage office. • Approved the household refuse collection contract for another five years with Waste Management Ser­ vices. The contract terms did not change. • Heard from President Dennis Mapes that he would like to attend an upcoming Open Meetings Act semi­ nar. The price is $60. • Approved the purchase of 24 new council chamber chairs for $959, plus ship­ ping which cannot exceed $100. The old chairs from the council chamber will be put to use at the community hall. • Approved putting a De­ partment of Public Works truck up for sale with a minimum bid of $3,500. The truck has an under body and a front plow. • Heard a statement from resident Gary White, who said to Mapes, "You talked about the progress and the growth (in the village) in letters to the editor in the newspaper, but you did not mention the progress or the growth, I wondered why not, or what it was... you asked for honest debate, but the figures you brought in last time, were those honest figures to debate on? You had the public sitting there and it seemed like you were ashamed to actually bring out the whole thing, like the honest figures and sluff... honest debate is good if everyone brings the honest debate of something and don't inflate values of nothing, then we can move forward. You can't say someone has been here for 25 years, they don't hire people at 13 or 14 years old... when you are not honest that's where you get your adversity at... bring in the honest debate, bring in the honest facts." White said that the council approved in April 1997 a new car and refurbished a second car. "If the council approved it, there is so many things that people come to one meeting or two meetings and have ques­ tions... the more knowledge you have the better off you will be." After about three minutes Mapes asked if White was almost finished with his statement saying, "I think I have given you as much time as the others." "The Open Meetings Act is an Open Meetings Act," said White. "No, you have three minutes, Mr. White I think that's reasonable when there are oilier people that want to make comments. Any other comments?" Bonnie White who will serve on the board at the next regular meeting said, "I would certainly hope that when I'm on this council I give everybody the respect that they deserve when they are giving a public state­ ment and I promise to ac­ knowledge their statements are worthwhile and taken into account." Mapes then said, "Mrs. White, I hope that when you are on the council that the audience treats the coun­ cil with respect also." • Heard from another resi­ dent that he did not know who was behind the coun­ cil's and the police chiefs controversy, but he did not think parties were acting by themselves. "The activities have had me perplexed," he said. He brought up questions like why the chief would ac­ cept a motorcycle without council knowledge, or get bids from the county for servicing the village. "Was he being defiant? Village citizens have ex­ pressed their opinions that the chiefs actions were acts of insubordination...... why would a veteran police offi­ cer with the chiefs experi­ ence and knowledge do such things? Was the chief get­ ting ideas or advice from those on the council... or individuals that set them­ selves up as enlightened cit­ izens? Are there some hid­ den agendas? Does it make sense that the two members that voted against the chief Continued next page WANT TO GET A FOOT IN THE DOOR? If you have considered emering the health care profession, a great way to start is by obtaining your CENA certificate. You can do that here at Thomapple Manor and get paid while you are doing it!!! Prc-qualtficalions include: honesty, dependability, like working with and helping peo­ ple. Training lasts 11 days and begins on April 7th. The first 6 days run from Sam - 4pm and the last 5 days run from 6:30 am - 2:30 pm with no classes being held on the weekends. Starting rate of pay is S7.81 per hour with excellent benefits, including medical and/or dental insurance. To apply, come to Thornapple Manor to fill our an application and schedule an interview before April 2nd, 1999. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE "Qiornapple oMa n or th PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on April 8, 1999 at 7:00pm in the council chambers. Purpose: to hear public comments on a new Village Right of Way Ordinance. Nashville Village Council �Grounds, and Chairperson of Transfer/Recycling; Dennis From previous page would do such deeds? Does it make sense that the members who voted for the chief would do such deeds? Does it make sense that the enlightened citizen would do such deeds? "I cannot accept the logic that the chiefs actions were his alone. I think he got some coaching... who is the source of the problem I do not know, but I ask all of us to use some common sense and think about the questions I proposed." •• Approved committee members for the next year as follows: Carroll Wolff, President Pro Tem, Finance, Office Staff; Steve Wheeler, ■ j■iik*' i tk*?'| S > Chairperson of Department of Public Works, Finance, Chairperson of Fire/Ambulance; Chris S W Pash, Pash Department of Public sJjfSS Works, Chairperson of Of­ fice staff, Fire/Ambulance; Frank Dunham, Chairperson of Police, Chairperson of Parorkun G s ,d Buildings and Grounds, Policy and Ordi"W- nance; Mike Kenyon, PoPo­ lice, Parks, Buildings and v111 C SjSls S'jS'l &'Sfs Q'5$j « ^Sk ^ Sk sJjfSS "!!^pst !”!*l» kpfooa s^t a44 **Htee 15' 15'’l‘ !•*?“* » !•? . 'Mtm, Wfct *411^ •fate ®!fa'tej]y|ji taw gfa^Auite hjte wtakiwBir. fa^ipfaki Mapes, Police, Finance, Chairperson of Policy/Ordinance; and Bonnie White, Chairperson of Ca­ ble Access, Transfer/Recycling Board. After looking these posi­ tions over, Bonnie White seemed disapointed with her designation and asked to be taken off the Cable Access Committee, saying she did not even have cable at her house. Trustee Carroll Wolff assured her "you won’t get much action there, believe me.” White said she had hoped to be on committees that would use her experience with her accounting degree, and hoped to be on commit­-, tees where she could "help better and do some good." Trustee Steve Wheeler as­ sured her that she wasn't be­ ing singled out and put on "lesser" committees. "That was pretty much the same committees I had my first year here, too," he said. Mapes told her that he preferred to leave her on the committees designated. NOTICE The Village of Vermontville will be collecting brush ONLY April 7, 8 and 9. ABSOLUTELY NO LEAVES!! Place brush at curb. Nothing larger than 2” will be collected. 100 The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, March 30, 1999 — Page 9 Quarterback & receiver camp coming to Albion College Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. B & B DRYWALL, 12 years the camp is noted for turning outstanding high school experience, insured. New homes. out outstanding quarterbacks, quarterbacks in the United Remodels. Additions and ReAll-American receivers and runningbacks. States, four were from pairs. Hanging & finishing. Calll 852-9299 852-9299 or or 852-0803 852-0803_ Quarterback/Receiver Camp "Last year more than 300 QB/R." July 8-11. Players from high of our players earned All­ Graduates of the program TAKE “AIM” AT YOUR schools, middle schools and State and All-Conference have played at all Big 10 and “STATE" and “FEDERAL" junior high schools are honors," Dr. Will Hayes, Big 12 colleges as well as taxes. You can "LEARN” how "LEGALLY” slash your taxes eligible to attend. president of the football powers including to and be “AUDIT PROOF' at the This marks the 13th year Quarterback/Receiver camp Notre Dame, Nebraska, same time. You can have the for the camp at Albion said. "On Parade Magazine's Miami and Colorado." “TAX DREAM TEAM" work­ ing for you. For more informa­ College. Founded in 1964, recent list of nine For information and an tion call 517-852-9806 or 517application, write QB/R at 852-1872 400 Via Dichosa, Santa VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ Barbara, CA 93110-2213 or ING Licensed & Insured. Owner call (805) 967-2222 or fax operated for 14 years. David (805) WM HAYES. Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 Albion College will be the site of the nationally known CMU alumni golf outing coming to Battle Creek Central Michigan University will host an alumni reunion golf outing for all alumni, students and parents of CMU in the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo areas. The event will take place Monday, June 21 at the Battle Creek Country Club. The reunion will get underway at 5 p.m. with a reception followed by a dinner and a raffle. A golf outing will precede the evening's events. Proceeds from the event will go to the Alumni Scholarship Fund for deserving area students. Last year, the event raised over $5,000. CMU president Dr. Leonard Plachta and several faculty members and administrators will be in attendance. Several coaches will also be on hand including head football coach Dick Flynn, head basketball coach Jay Smith and athletic director Herb Deromedi. For information and greens sponsorship opportunities, contact organizers Donna Pape at 965-1743, T.R. Shaw at 979-3838 or the CMU Alumni Office at (800) 358-6903. 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Sat 7 to 12 Ready to serve you in the new millennium! 945-9526 Member FDIC Nothina Runs Like A Deere �Tuesd y March 30 1999 - Page 10 The Maple V lley Land conference deals with Barry County growth issues How will Barry cope with the pressure from the enor­ mous growth spurt in The Our Ultimate Re­ southern Kent? How will source (OUR) Land confer­ the completion of the south ence last Saturday was at­ Beltline affect traffic pat­ tended by citizens, farmers, terns on M-37 and Whittrustees, planning commis­ neyville Road? sion members and profes­ All the speakers touched sionals concerned about the on the difficulty of retaining future of land use in Barry rural character with the on­ The goal of the con­ County. slaught of growth. Concerned citizens from ference was to edu­ John Sych, senior planner the Maple Valley and cate and promote for Kalamazoo County, Nashville areas attended the an understanding of noted that development meeting to gam an overview pressures from Kalamazoo of the challenges facing the land use practices north toward Barry County a Mint y in die area of growth to protect the quality are not severe, but that and development of life and the eco­ changes to M-43 in the Gull The Barry County J arm Lake area may have an im­ Bureau, Barry County Funomic value of the pact. turing, MSU Cooperative community. Sych echoed the statement Extension, Barry Commu­ of many speakers that plan­ nity Foundation and the Southwest Michigan Land Community Development, ning was a time consuming Conservancy sponsored the spoke directly about the im­ issue and that staffs in most communities are small. day's activities. The goal of pact that growth in counties He also talked about the the conference was to edu­ to the north and south of Kalamazoo cate and promote an under­ Barry will have in the fu­ difficulty County has had in getting standing of land use practure. all the communities to co­ operate with each other. Attorney Clifford Bloom NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT WITH AD • NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT WITH AD answered many questions and he and Gerald Adams urged communities to hire Thornapple Lake Estates g professionals when working 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, on their master plans and Lot 37, Nashville g zoning ordinances. Individuals, Specializing In Farms, Adams used case studies jPartnerships & Small Corporations to show how communities must be prepared before they YEAR ROUND SERVICE g are taken to court over poor S Call 517-852-0121 18 Years Experience g planning. State Senator Joanne ffiW CLIENT DISCOUNT WITH AD • NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT WITH AD tices to protect the quality of life and the economic value of the community. Speakers such as Jason Cherry, a Hastings resident who is the principal planner the City of Wyoming, and Dennis Randolph, managing director of Calhoun County by Patricia Johns Staff Writer a RL Hill Tax Service g Hastings resident Jason Cherry gets help from Barry County planner Jim McManus at the OUR Land conference held at the Middle Villa Inn in Middleville March 20. Emmons and Bill Huizenga, a representative from U.S. Rep. Peter Hoekstra's office, also attended the conference. During a question and an­ swer session, Randolph, Sych, Cherry and Bloom were joined by Richard Smith from Battle Creek and Jim McManus, Director of Barry County Planning and Zoning. The session was moderated by Jan Hartough from the MSU Coop­ erative Extension Service. Members on the panel an­ swered questions, starting with whether Michigan had legislation allowing Trans­ fer of Development Rights (TDR) legislation. Michi­ gan does not have TDR laws and the speakers felt that until the legislation was passed at the state level, this was not a tool local planners could use. Speakers encouraged fanners to contact their leg­ islators to make Public Act 116 (the current farm preservation law) a better tool to protect farms and open space. Bloom reminded members of a planning commission, board of trustees or zoning Price Breakers d E E Lubricants Prices Good March 22 — April 30, 1999 If you have equipment that you rely on to get the job done, then you need Exxon Lubricants at ground breaking prices. Exxon Lubricants will ensure that your equipment will operate at peak performance from start to finish. So Call us today and let us help you keep the money in your wallet and your equipment in the field. 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Visits to proposed sites should be made as individu­ als and no interaction with property owners or neigh­ bors should take place. Ordinances should be written in plain English. Horse, Rabbit, Poultry & Cat member pre-registration forms due to the Extension 4-H Office. Caprine Expo forms due. Barry County Homemakers Council Meeting, C/L Building, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Livestock Development Committee, 7:30 p.m. at Expo. Goat Developmental Committee at 6:30 p.m. at Extension Office. Small Animal Sale Commit­ tee at 8:00 p.m. at Extension Office. 4-H Dairy Conference at Kcttunen Center. Ml Beef Expo MSU Pavilion. 4-H Rabbit Workshop at Kcttunen Center. Horse Developmental Committee at 7 p.m. Extension Office. Small Animal Sale & Goat Pre-rcgistration forms due at the Extension Office. Swine must be in 4-H member’s possession. Non-Livestock Developmental Committee 6:30 p.m. at Exten­ sion Office. MSU Vet-A-.Visit. 4-H Caprine Expo. B & B Youth Livestock Judging contest. Poultry Development Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Extension Office. 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m. Extension Office. Barry County Homcmakers/Slow Cooking Class al 6:00-9:30 p.m. at the Community Room, C/L Building. Small Animal Day - MSU. 4-H Horse Jamboree - MSU. Rabbit Developmental Committee, 7:00 p.m., ' HHS Ag. Room. 4-H Horse must be pre-registered. State 4- ■ H/FFA Meats Judging Contest, MSU Anthony ; Hall. Impact’99, Teen Leadership for the 21 st Century 4-H Challenge Volunteer Training Orientation Kcttunen Center. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - �The W-aoe lAftey News Nashwle Tuesday. March 30.1999 - Paoe 11 Lady Lions track team takes medals at SVSU The Maple Valley girls minutes and 35 seconds. varsity track team competed Eberly also placed fifth tn Alicia VanEngen. Terlynn VanOrder. Krolik and Tin a State wide meet last the 800 run with a time of Bethany Poyer placed second Thursday at Saginaw Valley two minutes and 44 seconds. with a time of one minute State University. The 800 relay squad of and 58 seconds. Sixty six schools participated and Maple Valley placed seventh out of 23 schools in Class C. Medals were rewarded to the top six places. Maple Valley athletes placing in the field events The Michigan High Twenty-one outstanding high were Erica Krolik in the shot School Football Coaches school football coaches put with a third place throw Association's Hall of Fame throughout the state of of 35-1 and Becky Wilson in Banquet is Saturday, April Michigan will be inducted the pole vault with a first 17 at the University of and the event is open to the place 9-0.. Michigan's Crisler Arena public. In running events, the two starting at 5:30 p.m. The 1999 honorees include mile relay team of Carrisa The special guest speaker Gary McKee of Middleville, Keasler, Krolik, Jessica will be Lloyd Carr, the head Gary Welch of Ionia and Dan Ripley and Heidi Eberly football coach at the Armstrong of Gobles placed fifth with a time of 11 University of Michigan. Tickets can he ordered by MHSFCA Hall of Fame banquet set for April 17 t. NS w Sb ‘1. %!><?> Wu SS&> u&‘•v1* v> >.. *"*il% l Continued from previous page Clarity is more important than length, Bloom told the audience. Wetland questions ranged from the myth that "wet­ lands stopped development" to ways developers can use wetlands as part of open space. Several speakers en- EWING WELL DRILLING INC. ^^taskiiGbfeh l'i®‘WfWlt!Hfc'i!)| Eipo. fwOfeWtaMi* ifflftuEiiMtOfa IDuj'tfmtdonte Mqn-fflMt UHtyiMx ont Dotloptraal C«mtt i ’ ;i jksafc mltalSikl&tlH^. 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Whether a community re­ sponse to development is NIMBY (Not in My Back Yard) or BANANA (Build Absolutely Nothing Any­ where Near Anything) those attending the conference learned how to approach to­ day's issues to ensure a liv­ able future. The conference closed with OUR Land Committee Chairman Don Drummond encouraging those in the au­ dience to let the committee know what areas of plan­ ning concerns interest diem. The committee will be meeting in April to estab­ lish five specific action groups. For more informa­ tion about this effort, call the local MSU Cooperative Extension office al 948­ 4862. Richard Cobb • David Cobb ill Mich- The displacement of a little sand changes occassionally the course of deep rivers. —Manuel Gonzalez Prada Complete Overall hint Frrr Eihmalet Collision Work Knot Repair Touch Up Ham 430 • ■ to 5 pm Nando, thru Fndov x b, A ppomtiwnt A rat can go longer without water than a camel can. 8373 W. Kinael Hwy. 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WE SHIP UPS OPEN: Monday-Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 30,1999 - Page 12 High school students make benches for area baseball fields The finished product is a well made bench with three advertising spaces to help pay for the wood. Jeff Seavolt's shop class at the high school constructs benches for the Maple Valley Little League. Turn those unwanted items into cash. Cail 945-9550 to place your classified ad. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Maple Valley Little League, with the help of Jeff Seavolt's high school shop class, is creating benches to be placed at ball fields in Vermontville and Nashville. The program has been putting in the benches in the past couple of years, said Kathy Spears, president of the Maple Valley Little League. "Bonnie Silsbee designs sssssssssssssssssssss Boneless No Waste Pork Loin M Roast the benches, and the shop class builds them, and we put them in," Spears said. Everyone in the arrange­ ment benefits. Spears said the benches are paid for by advertising on the backs of the bench. "We sell advertising for $75 a space, three spaces a bench. Local business, and practically anyone can advertise. There are many spaces still available. It improves the fields and gives the chil­ dren a nice place to sit," Spears said. "Everyone has been a great help, even the little league parents have helped put benches together," Spears said. Plans are under way to get benches in all of the ball fields this year. "This is a great project for The arrangement alsothe kids," he said. "We try to set a project that focuses on mass production. The “We try to set a pro­ kids learn how to do repro­ ductive things almost like ject that focuses on an assembly line so it gives mass production. them the idea if they would want to work in a factory." The kids learn how "Getting the kids to pro­ to do reproductive duce something over and things almost like an over and have it come out the same is also great expe­ assembly line so it rience for the kids," Seavolt gives them an idea if said. Plus, there is the community service aspect of they would like to it and we try to incorporate work in a factory.” community service as much - Kathy Spears as possible." 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Prices good thru Saturday j � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-04-06.pdf 2e19343e7a3ac0e8a8a8143c17b297a8 PDF Text Text Hastings public library 121 S. CHURCH sr ***S GS, Ml 058 1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 14/April 6,1999 Mare gives birth to twin foals at Nashville farm by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer A near miracle happened at Carl and Luann Potter's farm in Nashville two weeks ago when Skedadle, the Potter's daughter-in­ law's horse, gave birth to twins. The chances of this hap­ pening are 1 in 100,000, said Luann and even rarer if both foals survive. "We didn't know she was going to have twins," said Luann. "Toward the end of her pregnancy we noticed she was getting just huge but everything was pro­ gressing really smoothly, and she was not checked by the vet because everything usually goes pretty normal with the births here." Luann said on the night of March 16, they noticed Skedadle acting strange and knew it "was time." The first filly came at 11:50 p.m. "That went smoothly, but all of a sudden we saw something else coming out of her and I was scared be­ cause I thought maybe her uterus was prolapsing." It turned out to be the next water sack carrying a surprise. "When we saw the body Hayley stands in front of the Maple Syrup Festival sign in downtown Vermontville, not far from her home. Little Peepers, the smaller of the filly twins, kicks up her heels in excitement. of the second one, boy were we shocked!" said Luann. "She was a lot smaller than the other one. She weighed only about 40 pounds, (normal foals weigh close to 80 pounds). We were real worried about her at first be­ cause she couldn't stand up on her own. She kept trying though and I think that is why she lived." The filly's legs had been so cramped in the mare's womb that her legs buckled and were bent, said Luann. Potter family rook turns massaging her legs and holding her in an up­ right position. Though the smaller filly did eventually stand up on her own, on the second day the damage was already done. "Because she couldn't stand up and nurse, Skedadle rejected her. They did not bond," said Luann. The Pot­ ter family took over the fil­ ly's feedings which at every The See twin foals, pg. 2 Parents sue property owner over boy*> death insandpit The parents of a 10-yearold rural Nashville boy who suffocated to death in a sand pit behind his home Sept. 30 are suing property own­ ers Gary and Tena Wendorf, according to a summons and complaint filed with the Barry County Clerk's office March 29. Paul Sobleskey, who rents from the Wendorfs at 5876 Scott Road, and Lou Sobleskey of Eaton Rapids are suing for damages under the Wrongful Death Act, in­ cluding health care, funeral and burial expenses, pain and suffering of Lance Sobleskey during the time between "defendant's negli­ gence" and his death along with other damages no less than $25,000. Lance Sobleskey appar­ ently was playing in the sand pit with his sister and brother that afternoon when a large, heavy section of earth gave way and fell on top of him, according to ear­ lier reports. His siblings, police orig­ inally reported, attempted to free him but could not be­ cause of the weight of the soil. Neighbors, including Gary Wendorf, were able to free him, but efforts to re­ suscitate the boy were not successful, it was reported. The Sobleskeys allege in their complaint that the Wendorfs and their business, WPW Repair Service, "knew or should have known that the sand pit lo­ cated on their property posed a dangerous invitation to a young and/or immature per­ son and knowing that the sand pit could be extremely dangerous, owed a duty to the public to properly su­ pervise, care for and main­ tain the property in a way in which the property was se­ cure or safe." The couple also charges that the Wendorfs "failed to inform the Sobleskys of the danger imposed by the sand pit and also failed to utilize any restrictive devices, i.e. fencing, and also failed to post trespassing signs and failed to correct or repair the danger." The complaint further charges that the Wendorfs allowed the Sobleskeys' son to play on the sand pit area of their property which they claim constitutes negligence that was a proximate cause of Lance Soblesky's fatal in­ juries. "The defendants... main­ tained an attractive nuisance on their property... which ultimately caused the death of Lance Sobleskey... and that the owners... owed plaintiff a duty to warn or repair the property or en­ close the property," the suit states. The Wendorfs have 21 days after receiving the summons to file an answer with the court or to take other lawful action. Lance Sobleskey was a fourth grade student at Kel­ logg Elementary School in Nashville, and he and his family had moved into the Scott Road home just three days prior to the accident. Alternate Syrup Queen best described as ‘determined by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer " Determined" is a good word to describe Hayley Todd, this year’s Alternate Maple Syrup Queen. So determined that just last year Hayley almost ran in a cross country meet with a sprained ankle. "I wanted to run the course so badly," she said. "My ankle hurt, but I didn't want to tell anyone. I had dealt with injuries while running cross country and track my freshman year, too. I just really wanted to run." During warmups, how­ ever, she could not hide the injury and her parents took her to the emergency room, where it was discovered that she had a sprained ankle. This year, without the injuries, Hayley has done much better on both teams. So well in fact that she was voted "Most Improved" by her teammates and coach. "I just love running," she said. "It is hard work, but it’s also fun and rewarding. Like this year I improved my time on the 3.1-mile run by two minutes and that felt great.” Hayley's cross country team has qualified for the state competition, and she has also qualified in the in­ dividual category. She runs every night after school. "Our coach's motto is "Run more time, rest less!" and that's what we do — run on the streets, I get to know them so well." Hayley said she is excited about the possibility of a trail being developed in the area. "We'd love it, to be able to run in nature. The same streets tend to get boring." She is also determined to represent Vermontville with pride in the Maple Syrup Festivities and other related activities. "I'm proud to be chosen to promote Vermontville, its people and the syrup his­ tory here. I think it's going to be a really fun year," she said. Hayley said she decided to try out for Syrup Queen after talking to last year's queen, Andrea Mace. "We got close because we are in cross country, track and band. She told me she had a great time and it was a lot of fun, so I decided to try out.” Most recently Hayley and Queen Michelle Jewel at­ tended the Maple Syrup Run in Ada. Both girls passed out medals. Other possible trips for the girls include Lansing, Charlotte, Ionia, possibly the Tulip Festival in Holland and Fort Michimilimackinac. Both girls have visited with sev­ eral area producers. "They all use different tools, like some used pails for collecting the sap and some use tubing," she ex­ plained. While maintaining a 3.85 grade point average, Hayley is active in other school related activities as well. She is the National Honor Society Officer Points Person. "I enter everyone's points into the computer to keep track of eligibility stan­ dards," she explained. Hayley said she enjoys the volunteering part of the NHS. "Just a couple weeks ago we visited a retirement home in Battle Creek and talked with the people there and took them out to eat at a Chinese restaurant. We had a good time, and they had a good time." Hayley also is a cheer­ leader and is active in school plays and musicals. "We just finished the mu­ sical 'South Pacific'," she said. "We had a huge crowd for opening night. Our di­ rector said the crowd hasn't been that big since Fiddler on th? Roof 10 years ago." See Alt. Queen, pg. 4 In This Issue • Local woman quilts all the time • Boy Scouts hike trail in Nashville Fuller kids get dental lessons • Opera House dance a success �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday April 6 1999 - Page 2 Twin foals, continued from front page half hour was more demand­ ing than a newborn human 'We didn’t get much sleep,’ I xiann laughed The Potters tried to milk Skedadle for colostrum, the n utrient ri ch cream dial an imals and humans produce for several days after giving birth "Wc really wanted her to have that, as it contains antibodies and vitamins,** said luann They then purchased "formula'' from the vet to feed her “She eats every four fiours now, but my life is still on bold,* Luann said with a smile Both fillys* prognoses are excellent now, said Luann Though the second filly is muc h smaller than her sister and is kept in a separate pen, she is healthy. "We first named her Pip Squeak," said Luann, "but now we call her Peepers and that's whai she comes to We let her do chores with us and she just runs around. She's Karey, whose horse had the twins, helps daughter Kelsey pet Peepers. At fifteen months old, Kelsey and Peepers are just each others size. very happy ’ The Potters have seven horses and other animals on their farm. The family en­ joys barrel racing and their son Kevin enjoys driving and plowing with his two draft horses. The bigger of the twins is tentatively named Skidadles Double Dose, pending ap­ proval of the Paint Associa­ tion, where she will be reg­ istered. The twin sisters will be reunited to grow up together Karey's horse Skedadle surprised the whole family by having twins. Here Skedadle stands with the larger of the two twins. just as soon as both fillys are weaned, said Luann. "We are just so excited to have this happen," Luann said as Peepers ran around her in circles, kicking up her heels. Obviously, Peep ers is equally excited. FFA banquet will be April 21 Save money with our multbpolicy discount! By chapter reporters Loren Wright and Matt Joppie The Maple Valley FFA will be holding its annual chapter banquet Wednesday, April 21, at 6 p.m. in the Maple Valley High School. The chapter will be roast­ ing a pig for the main course hen you insure your air anil home or mobile home with us, and members are asking that everyone bring a dish to pass. After the meal there will be a silent auction and a raffle to help raise money. Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP the Maple Valley Ag room by through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, well save you money with (heir multi-policy discount! 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TRUMBLE AGENCY 517-726-0580 178 Main • Vermontville • April 14 by phone (852­ 9971) or by mail: Maple Val­ ley FFA, 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096. All FFA alumni members and FFA supporters are wel­ come to attend. DOROTHY EDMONDS 94th Birthday • April 6th She -would enjoy receiving a birthday card. 11334 W. Court Blvd. • Jacksonville, FL 32218 ^Happy Birthday! LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St. Nashville 10 am Sunday School ...... Sunday: AM Worship Evening Worship Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting ... 11 am 6 7 p.m PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E Baseline Rd Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ol M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School ............... 9 30 a m Worship Service ............. .11 a m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W Vermontville Hwy. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Worship W.ednesday Family Night Service 9:45 a.m. ... 11a.m. 6 p.m. :45 p.m. PASTOR MARC 8 LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S Main, Vermontville Morning Worship .......... 11 a.m. Church School ................... .10am Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School Sunday: A.M. Worship P.M Worship Wednesday Evening: Worship ............... 9:45 a.m. 11a.m. 6 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER p.m. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration ........... 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service .................. 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Phone: (517) 852-9228 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service Sunday School Fellowship Time Adult Class .9:30 .. .10 10:30 10:50 a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M Worship .1030 a.m. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group - Adult Worship (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi south of Nashville) NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service 930 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.................................. 11 a P.M. Service 7 Wed. Service .........................7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service 9:45 a m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) .Worship 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 1 a.m. Sunday School Worship.......... .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ............. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer..................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604 St Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening... 630 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTOR 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School .............. :45 a.m. Worship Service ........... .... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service... ..... 7 p.m. AWANA................ 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 630 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valiev News. Nashville. Tuesday, April 6,1999 - Page 3 Ada Yaudes quilts from morning to night Some of the more elaborate quilts such as this one take 2 and a half months to finish, working on them every day. Ada said this heart quilt contained 254 hearts to finish it. so I used over 50 shirts to make that quilt and she loved it. She took it to col­ lege with her," Yaudes re­ membered. As her reputation grew, Yaudes was bombarded with requests to quilt baby shower gifts and other pro­ jects. She charges by the yards of thread used, not for the time spent, though she estimates she makes about 50 cents an hour. But that doesn't matter, said Yaudes because "it.keeps her busy." She said she is usually always working on four or five quilts. She said it usu­ ally takes her 2 1/2 months MAPLE VALLEY Real 227 Estate N. 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"I have been going to the festival for as long as 1 can remember, as long as we have lived here io Ver­ montville I was <xxx in the children's parade with my sister, and I also play clar­ inet, ao I have marched with the band " Hayley, who is also color guard captain, chore­ ographed all the flag rou­ tines for this year. "I like to incorporate a lot of dance and flashy stuff," she said with a smile Hayley's favorite subject is English "I love novels," she said "1 especially love American novels I would eventually like to (each high school because I have had so many inspiring teachers ” In addition to all these extra curricular activities, Hayley manages to find time to work after school at Good Time Pizza in Nashville as a waitress. Be­ sides giving her the chance to meet people it also al­ lows her to save money for a highly anticipated trip. Hayley will going to Fin­ land as a Lions Club ex­ change student in June. "I am so excited about it," she said. "I will be stay­ ing with a family for four weeks and then going to a camp with other kids for two weeks. I have never traveled outside of the U.S. except for Canada, so I am really looking forward to it." While relaxing at home, Hayley is surrounded by her family — mom Robyn, dad Rodney, 14-year-old sister Christy and two family dogs. A collection of Win­ nie the Pooh objects deco­ rate her room. Hayley with her mom Robyn, dad Rodney and sister Christy. Hayley kneels by some of the items in her Winnie the Pooh collection, including a picture she drew as a 4-H project. Hayley is the Color Guard Captain at school. She choreographed all the flag routines for this year. Make New Pillows, Slipcovers, Curtains, Swags and more... With our Beautiful Fabrics! C New Items on our Sale Tablel Rowenta® Iron-ons klS J< L • ‘ M B Setter X i jr Votec* 218 E. State St., St. Hastings • 945-9673 MMIk OPEN Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 pm. ( Friday 8 am-7 pm. 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Making your future more predictable WM mm m. FARM BUREAU insurance Lynn Denton 4695 Middleville Rd. (M-37), Middleville Phone 1-800443-5253 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 6. 1999 On the Shelf: at the Sunfield District Library Two items, a coat and a Beanie Baby, were left at the library recently. Inquiries about these items can be made by calling the library during open hours. New 50-cent videos at the library are Bear in the Big Blue House Vol. 1: Home is Where the Bear Is plus What’s in the Mail Today; a new Blue Clues, ABC’s and 123’s; Ever After, starring Drew Barrymore; Disney’s classic The Incredible Jour­ ney; a brand new copy of The Sound of Music; the lat­ est Veggie Tales, God Wants Me to Forgive Them?; and The Wedding Singer, star­ ring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore. New books on the shelves, by category, are: Adult Fiction - In Tara Road, Maeve Binchy’s latest book; two women, one Irish, the other American, each ex­ perience personal setbacks and trade houses for the summer, with extraordinary results; River’s End is by Nora Roberts; Miracle Cure, by Michael Palmer, is a re­ cent release and a donation. Large Print - Coast Road, by Barbara Delinsky, is a STANTON'S new Wilma Huyck Memor­ ial large print; Bareback!: One Man’s Journey Along the Pony Express Trail, is au­ thor Jerry Ellis’ true account of the exploits of the leg­ endary daredevils who rode for the Pony Express, Such Devoted Sisters, by Eileen Goudge, and psycho-thriller Gone, by Kit Craig, are do­ nations. Christian Fiction - The Last Sin Eater is by Francine Rivers; To Gather the Wind, by Bodie and Brock Thoene, is book two of the Wayward Wind series. Adult non-fiction - Tony Horwitz, author of Baghdad Without a Map, went on the road in the American South to produce his new classic, Confederates in the Attic;' a new guidebook, Indian Arti­ facts of the Midwest, by Lar Hothem, gives local collec­ tors a source to identify the tribal origin of their arrow­ heads and other finds; high school students who are making college plans should begin their search by con­ sulting the library’s new copy of Peterson’s 4 Year Colleges 1999. This guide is remarkably comprehensive 144 SOUTH MAIN STREET ’ VERMONTVILLE. MICHIGAN 49096 ESTATE AUCTION LOCATED at 121 S. State St., Nashville, Ml (State Street is located 1 block east of M-66/Main Street) on: Thursday Morn., April 8 Sale Begins at 10 AM Real Estate Sells at 12:30 PM Real Estate: A nice two story brick home situated on a good lot with a large back yard. The home has a dining room, liv­ ing room, 4 bedrooms, pantry, enclosed back porch, kitchen and bath. There is a partial Michigan basement. The home is heated by a natural gas conversion furnace, a natural gas hot water heater, and there are some new windows down­ stairs. There is also a good two story garage with overhead door. • PERSONAL PROPERTY • PICKUP TRUCK: 1987 Ford F-150 1/2 ton silver pickup truck with cap. Approximately 98,000 miles. HOME FURNISHINGS, ANTIQUES, APPLIANCES, MIS­ CELLANEOUS: Excellent round oak pedestal base antique dining table with 5 leaves, very nice: antique oak pantry cup­ board with glass top doors; nice 1920s overstuffed sofa and chair with carved wood front trim; oval drop-leaf stand; hu­ midifier; oak treadle sewing machine; half table; super an­ tique oak curved glass combination bookcase and secretary; Panasonic microwave, nice; nice Kenmore refrigerator; step­ stool; tank sweeper; shop vacuum; G.E. color television; record player; lamps; a very primitive grain painted 4-door cupboard, rough condition but has potential; recliner; chest type freezer; extension cords; bird feeders; Coleman lantern; Coleman ice chests; maul; G.E. elec, dryer; lots of fishing items including extension poles; linens, towels, etc.; oak Mis­ sion style sideboard; set of 5 dining room chairs; double bed; oak pressed back dining room chair; oak dresser with mirror and applied carving; G.E. heavy-duty 2-speed washer, nice; G.E. chest type freezer; Beam bottles; rag rugs; pots and pans; refrigerator dishes; transistor radio; forest green dishes; punch bowl; waders; Kenmore gas white range; a quantity of paperback books including westerns, Louis L'Amour and Zane Gray; pressure cooker; tackle box full of modern and older baits; copper boiler; 2 humpback trunks; 2 antique zithers; old fruit jars; guitar; 2 old ironing boards; oak parlor table; nice antique miter box and saw; planes includ­ ing #7, Bailey #6, etc.; old chisels, saws, braces, etc.; egg basket; box of wood bits; antique tool chest; minnow traps; Minni-Seine; pressed back rocker; hall or sofa table; ash stand; metal pantry; lawn and garden tools; gossip bench; machinist chest and micrometers; gas cans; hose and reel; stepladder; wheelbarrow; car ramp; 2 turtle traps; porch swing; car-top carrier; Weed Eater XR20 line trimmer; creeper; ladder jacks. RIDING MOWER AND BOAT: Wheel Horse 2-114 riding lawn mower with mower deck and front snow blade; Sea Nymph 12 ft. aluminum fishing boat. TERMS: Cash or personal check with proper identification. Not responsible for accidents day of sale or items after sold. The Estate of ORVILLE (MIKE) EVERETT Selling real estate and all types of personal property at auction, anywhere. _—ALSO LICENSED (517) 7 __2_6-0__181 in Indiana & ohio --a-.-.-, Fax: (517) 726-0060 and provides in-depth infor­ mation on public and private universities/colleges/institutes throughout the U.S. and Canada. In addition, Peter­ son’s provides advice on ad­ missions, on how to evaluate an institution’s quality, some financial aid basics, and more. An accompanying CD-ROM with an internet interface supplements the book; Reliving History Along Lake Michigan’s Cir­ cle Tour Route, by Bob and Ginger Schmidt, is a brand new donation. Paperback Fiction Glory is new from Heather Graham; Husband from 9-5 is a Silhouette Romance, by Susan Meier, and the Tender Stranger is a Harlequin His­ torical Romance, by Carolyn Davidson; both are new ti­ tles and are donations. Previ­ ously released donated ro­ mances are To Mother With Love, which combines six different stories by six dif­ ferent authors, Circle of Fate, by Charlotte Lamb, and Morning Song, by Karen Robard. Three Harbours is a donation and a reprint edi­ tion of F. vanWyck Mason’s magnificent historical novel set in Revolutionary War America. Young Adult - One Last Wish, by Lurlene McDaniel, combines three of her Last Wish Series books into one volume: Mother, Help Me Live; Sixteen and Dying; Let him Live; The Ultimate Prom Guide, by Sheryl Berk, offers many tips and much advice for teens’ up­ coming spring dances. Junior - Book one of the series titled The Jewel King­ dom is The Ruby Princess Runs Away: Why Doesn’t Roxanne Want to Be Princess?, by Jahanna Mal­ colm (for early chapter book readers); Battlecry Forever! by Joanna Campbell, is from Ashleigh’s Thoroughbred Collection series. The library has reasonable rates for current and classic videos, as well as fax ser­ vices and a copier. Phone and fax numbers are the same, (517) 566-8065. Li­ brary hours are Tue-Fri, 2-8, Sat 9-1. Page MAPLEWOOD HONOR ROLL 5th Grade Mrs. Bunker All A’s - Kelsey West. A’s and B’s Jessica Claflin, Scott Dockter, Adam Gonser, Chastity Hes­ ton, Lindsey Kersjes, Brad McDonald, Sara Pash, Ash­ ley Samann, Jon Stafford, Jarrod Thomason, Mike Terpening, Jamie Young, Brian Ward. son, AJ Olmstead, Leanne Paxton, Sarah Vanderhoef, Jessica Wolf, Salena Wood­ man, Zeke Wieland. Dunham All A’s - Amanda Kirch­ hoff, Garrett Van Engen, 6th Grade Ms. Braun All A’s - Tara Gordenski, Erin Hummel, Amanda Ketchum, Adam Moody, Nate Smith. A’s and B’s - Ben Boss, Rachel Croff, Kevin Fassett, Dustin Jones, Oran Mc­ Cauley, Jasmine Miller, Bethany Wenger. Brandi Walden. A’s and B’s - Levi Andler, Brandon Crane, Jenna Den­ ton, Amber Edinger, Brody Klapko, Aaron Myers, Shane Shance, Jessica Stambaugh, Cortney Warner. Mr. Meersma All A’s - Dhaniellie To­ bias, Rebekah Welch. A’s and B’s Andrea Cobb, Stacie Cook, Brett Cummings, Matt Gordeneer, Andrea Jarvie, Meghan Keasler, Drew Kersjes, Nick Litos, Mindy Newton, Sam­ antha Pierce, Lynzie Rigel- Mr. Smith All A’s Shamarr Gearhart. A’s and B’s - Kim Craven, Kara Mays, Stephen Perry, Shannon Royston, Whitney Shilton, Samantha Spauld­ ing. Mrs. Luyendyk All A’s - Krista Driksna, Laura Trumble. A’s and B’s - Jeffrey Bowman, Daniel Brooks, Rochelle Currier, Joey Desrochers, Dustin Drumm, Tasha Duke, Michael Fur­ long, Nicholas Grant, Cassie Hirneiss, Jessica Lawless, Devin Musser, Amber Primm, Dustin Stephens, Amy Strickland, Trescha Trowbridge, Jacob West, man, Sarah Trumble, James Voelker. Mrs. Smith All A’s - Ian Raymond. A’s and B’s - Matt Bauer, Nick Croff, Janelle Famum, Jami Gilbert, James Heney, Danny Laverty, Allison Ole- Nichole Whelpley, Jacob West. Mrs. Pettengill All A’s - Sammy Cowell, Kristen Mead, Tessa Robles. A’s and B’s Lance Burpee, Katie Eldred, Kelsey Elliston, Kaitlyn Hammond, Josh Huemme, Rachel Madison, Kyndra Root, Matthew Scramlin An­ thony Sherwood, Kailey Smith. Mrs. Snyder All A’s - Sarah Chaffee. A’s and B’s - Sadie Blod­ gett, Daniel Coumeya, Jason Craven, Kortney Ewing, Tom Miller, Ryan Moore, Jesse Page, Beth Platte, Michael Rhodes, Amanda Rumsey, Tiffany Thomas, Carmen Wells. Mrs. Tuckey All A’s - Andrew Gaber, Stephanie Hoffman, Bran­ don Montgomery, Chase Walden. A’s and B’s - Melissa Bauer, Jason Beardslee, Elizabeth Clements, Ryan Clevenger, Matt Conklin, Kelly Fox, Kyle Halliwill, Robert Hapeman, Amanda Mead, Dustin Mead, Ashley Rasmussen, Justin Starks, Ryan VanZandt. Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. B & B DRYWALL, 12 years experience, insured. New homes, Remodels, Additions and Re­ pairs. Hanging & finishing. Call 852-9299 or 852-0803________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 NEED BUSINESS CARDS, envelopes, brochures or more, call J-Ad Graphics at 616-945­ 9554 ATTENTION Miscellaneous Thomapple Valley VFW 8260 Post and Auxiliary Members: AMAZING METABOLISM BREAKTHROUGH. Quick* Easy! Free samples. Call 616­ 868-7099 Farm FOR SALE 52" Black pony mare, 9 years old. Rides and drives, shown 4-H trial rides, $1,200. Also, AQHA and Paints, $1,000. and up. 517­ 852-9330. Help us select our new leaders. Post meeting April 8th, 7:00 pm. Auxiliary meeting April 13th, 7:30 pm. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604.___________________ FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604, REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604.___________________ ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. 1984 HOLLY PARK 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, central air, new deck and awning. Phone 517­ 852-0832 or 616-948-4384. WE PROVIDE A HOME... NOT JUSTA PLACE TO STAY HANOVER HOUSE SENIOR CITIZENS HOME Not quite readyfor a nursing home? Yet need a little more assistance than senior housing can provide? Visit Hanover House 1 or Hanover House 2 for a uniquely different experience in foster care. Where a truly dedicat­ ed and caring staff make all the difference. At Hanover House we assist you with all your personal needs with dignity and respect. Hanover House is state licensed and insured. Call Brenda Kellems 616-948-3619 �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday April 6. 1999 - Page 6 Boy Scouts hike Thornapple Trail in Nashville Ten Scouts of Caledonia EJoy Scout Troop 202 and three of their leaders hiked the new Thomapple Trail from Vermontville through Nashville to Morgan Road Saturday, March 27. The trail follows the old Michigan Central Railroad, except for a short piece by NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT WITH AD • NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT WITH AD a|= RL Thornapple Hill Tax Service 28 Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville g a ndividuals, Specializing in Farms, Partnerships & Small Corporations YEAR ROUND SERVICE £ Call 517-852-0121 g 18 Years Experience NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT WITH AD • NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT WITH AD the middle school, which was acquired by the Thor­ napple Trail Association out of Middleville in December. The trail is envisioned to hook up to other pieces and eventually go into Hastings and then to Grand Rapids. The Boy Scouts’ 10-mile hike and trail cleanup at the Eaton County Railroad bridge was to meet partial requirements for the hiking merit badge and to acquire some ofthe service hours re­ quired for advancement in rank. As of April 1, the hik­ ing merit badge is one of 15 required merit badges for advancement to the rank of Eagle. Fewer than 2 percent of all Boy Scouts complete all the 21 merit badges and service projects required for Eagle. Though a right of way goes along the west and south side of the Ver­ montville Elevator, the scouts chose to begin their hike behind it about 10 a.m. They proceeded down the trail to the 170-foot long railroad bridge between Eaton and Barry County and began their cleanup. After bagging many loads of trash, they came out at the middle Time’s Running Out! school where they had to by­ pass a half-mile of the trail that is the only part in private hands. From the school to Nashville, the scouts noticed how the trail surface was still dark from the many loads of coal that once traversed the line. Walking was easy through the village, and they had lunch when they got to the VFW Hall. Former residents reminisced how during the early 1880s VFW mem­ bers ran a handcar from Ver­ montville to Hastings on the track until the rails were re­ moved late in 1984. After a little shopping downtown, the scouts re­ sumed the hike. They noted the bridge at M-66 has a lot of pedestrian traffic and needed sides on it and re­ decking. (Trail President Mike Gormley explained later that trail members were completing that day a $3,000 improvement on a bridge in Irving and that the M-66 Nashville Bridge was next.) Continuing west out of Nashville, the scouts fol­ lowed the well worn path, but at the city limits they had to climb over and through some trees that had been put on the trail. About three miles out of town they came to the second railroad bridge near the former Greggs Crossing road. Though slightly damaged by some recent vandalism, it is still in good shape. Someone had cut a few ties out of the mid­ dle of it to create a trap for unsuspecting snowmobiles. The- scouts blocked the ap­ proaches to that bridge with limbs until repairs could be made. At the second railroad bridge the trail follows the Thornapple River for ap­ proximately two miles. 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Willing to train the right candidate. Vacation and sick benefits are available, as well as dental and/or medical insurance. To apply for this position, fill out an application at: Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE c&brnapple W’J- RN’S/LPN’S We currently have full and part time openings on our day and afternoon shifts. Long term care experience would be a plus. We have excellent wages, benefits & working conditions. If interested in this opportu­ nity to join a great team, submit your resume to the Director of Nursing at: Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE 90th birthday open house planned for Mabel Booher An open house in celebra­ tion of Mabel Booher’s 90th birthday will be held at the Vermontville Methodist Church from 2 at 4 p.m. on April 17, 1999. She would enjoy visiting with friends and family. No gifts, please. Call 945-9554 ANYTIME for Action-Ads! MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS BOARD OF EDUCATION NOMINATING PETITIONS School board nominating petitions may be obtained at the super­ intendent’s office by anyone interested in being a candidate for a position on the Maple Valley Board of Education. The terms of Mike Callton and Tim James expire on June 30,1999. In addition, there is a three-year unexpired term, currently held by David Favre, which must be filled at this election. The following terms of office are to be filled at the annual elec­ tion to be held on Monday, June 14,1999: Two four-year terms - July 1, 1999 through June 30, 2003 One three-year term - immediately following the election through June 30, 2003. Nominating petitions must be filed at the superintendent’s office, 11090 Nashville Highway, not later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 12, 1999. Any candidate filing a nominating petition may withdraw only by filing written notice of withdrawal, signed by the candidate, not later than 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 15, 1999. The superintendent’s office is open from 8:00-4:30 Monday through Friday. The office will be closed on Good Friday April 2 1999. The children of Fay and Nona Upright would like to invite family and friends to a luncheon open house in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, April 24th from 2-4 p.m. at United the Gresham Methodist Church, 5055 N. Mulliken Rd. Your presence is the only gift requested. Quilts, continued from page 3-----------alternates quilts so she doesn't tire of a certain quilt. In addition to quilting, Ada is active in her church, the United Methodist Church in Nashville. She recently held a presentation on quilting for the Ladies Breakfast, showing her quilts and talking about her techniques. She said about 20 ladies showed up to hear her talk about her hobby. "I was so involved about telling them about this beautiful hobby of mine. I have albums full of the pic­ tures of the quilts," she said. Yaudes said she has made many different pattern on her quilts. Some have names like the double wed­ ding ring, or the drunkard's path, or the log cabin de­ sign. Others have no names and she makes the patterns up as the ideas come to her. She also makes "crazy quilts," in which material is pieced together haphazardously to create a wonder­ ful collage of color. Her fa­ vorite quilt and pattern is the star pattern in which a huge star is pieced with dif­ ferent colors to look like rays shining out. Does Yaudes think quilt­ ing is hard? "Oh no,” she said. "Quilt­ ing is joyful. I am so lucky and blessed to have the use of my fingers and my eye­ sight. And I would much rather quilt than sit and watch soap operas all day," she laughed. Carolyn Wagner of Nashville, MI and Michael Lingoes of Fayetteville, AR are proud to announce the engagement of their daugh­ ter, Melissa Lingoes to Jason Strotheide son of Robbin Strotheide of Vermontville, MI. Melissa and Jason cur­ rently reside in Nashville, MI. Jason is employed- as a chef at Jonny Conoon’s and Melissa is employed at Flexfab and is also attending classes at Kellogg Commu­ nity College in pursuit of a degree in business manage- ment. The couple will be wed Saturday, May 29, 1999. Beneker-Carl Carrie Beneker and Bob Carl ofHastings, Mich, wish to announce their engage­ ment from Aug. 21, 1998. The bride-elect received her BA/BS degrees in 1994 and MS degree in 1998 from Michigan State University. She teaches 7th grade Life Science at Hastings Middle School. The prospective groom re­ ceived his associate degrees in business and management from Lansing Community College in 1993. He is currently employed at the Felpausch Corporate Office in Hastings. Carrie Beneker is the daughter of Floyd and Judy Beneker of Marshall, Mich. Bob Carl is the son of Jim and Nancy Carl of Nashville, Mich. The wedding is planned for Aug. 7, 1999 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Marshall, Mich. NOTICE The Village of Nashville will be flushing hydrants on April 19-23 1999. You may experience rusty water. Nashville DPW FOR SALE The Village of Nashville is now taking bids on a 1977 C-65 5-YARD DUMP TRUCK, with under body and front plow. Minimum bid accepted is $3,500. Send all bids to the Village of Nashville, 206 N. Main, PO Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073, by April 21, 1999. �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday Apnl 6. 1999 - Page 9 Men’s breakfast will be April 10 The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: The next Vermontville United Methodist Men’s Community Breakfast will beheld Saturday, April 10, from 7 to 10 a.m. Goodwill offering will be accepted. Apr. 7 Livestock Development Committee, 7:30 p.m. at Expo. Apr. 8 Goat Developmental Committee at 6:30 p.m. p. at Extension Office. Small Animal Sale Commit­ tee at 8:00 p.m. at Extension Office. Apr. 9-11 4-H Dairy Conference at Kettunen Center. Apr. 9-11 MI Beef Expo - MSU Pavilion. Apr. 10-11 4-H Rabbit Workshop at Kettunen Center. Apr. 14 Horse Developmental Committee at 7 p.m. Extension Office. Apr. 15 Small Animal Sale & Goat Pre-registration forms due at the Extension Office. Swine must be in 4-H member’s possession. Non-Livestock Developmental Committee 6:30 p.m. at Extension Office. Apr. 17 MSU Vet-A-Visit. 4-H Caprine Expo. Apr. 18 B & B Youth Livestock Judging contest. Apr. 19 4-H Cat Workshop, 7 p.m. at Expo Building. Apr. 19 Poultry Development Meeting, 6:30 p.m. - Ex­ tension Office. Apr. 21 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m. — Extension Office. Apr. 22 Character Counts Workshop, 6 p.m.. First Pres­ byterian Church in Hastings. Apr. 22 Barry County Homemakers/Slow Cooking Class at 6:00-9:30 p.m. at the Community Room, C/L Building. Apr. 24 Small Animal Day - MSU. Apr. 24-25 4-H Horse Jamboree - MSU. Apr. 26 Rabbit Developmental Committee, 7:00 p.m., HHS Ag. Room. Apr. 30 4-H Horse must be pre-registered. State 4H/FFA Meats Judging Contest, MSU Anthony Hall. Apr. 30­ Impact’99, Teen Leadership for the 21 st Century May 2 4-H Challenge Volunteer Training Orientation Kettunen Center. NOTICE The Village of Vermontville will be collecting brush ONLY April 7, 8 and 9. ABSOLUTELY NO LEAVES!! Place brush at curb. Nothing larger than 2” will be collected. 100 NOTICE VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN The meeting dates for the 1999/2000 fiscal year for Vermontville Township are as follows: April 29, 1999 May 27, 1999 June 24, 1999 July 29, 1999 August 26, 1999 September 30, 1999 October 28, 1999 November 23, 1999 - Tues. December 23,1999 January 27, 2000 February 24, 2000 March 30, 2000 All meetings are held at 7 p.m. at the Vermontville Opera House corners of First and Main in Vermontville Michigan. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk at 517-726-0750 three days prior to the given meeting at which attendance is desired. Marcia K. Grant, Clerk Warm weather fun... These Vermontville boys celebrate the warm weather last week by jumping on their trampoline without shirts. March, the council set the rate of $12.50 per hour for both Barnes and Johnson. The council also decided to hire officer Jeremy Scaffer full time temporarily at a rate of $11 per hour. Scaffer was previously a part- time officer with the village. The interim police chief, the corporal and the new full-time positions and pay rates are all for a six-month trial period. At the end of six months they will be re­ evaluated, and if another po­ lice chief is sought, these positions and rates will change. The Village of Nashville will hold spring cleanup days on April 26 & 27 and May 3 & 4. The Village will pick up leaves and brush. PLEASE DO NOT PLACE ANY LEAVES OR BRUSH IN THE ROAD BEFORE THESE DATES- Nashville DPW Police find cocaine after traffic stop Troopers from the Hast­ ings Post of the Michigan State Police allegedly found five small packets of cocaine and other paraphernalia after stopping a car in Castletone Township for speeding at about 2 a.m. March 24, said Sgt. Steve Harper last Tues­ day. Harper said troopers stopped the car for traveling 66 mph in a 55 mph zone and found that the driver, Robert John Woldhuis, 22, of Grand Rapids, apparently was in violation of his driv­ ing restrictions. After Woldhuis gave offi­ cers permission to search him and his vehicle, they al­ legedly found the cocaine in a cigarette box in the man's pocket. Harper said. Woldhuis, who was also wanted by Kent County au­ thorities for failing to appear on drug related charges, was lodged in the Barry County Jail on a charge of posses­ sion of less than 25 grams of cocaine. 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Call... 101 SPRING CLEAN UP Nashville Council sets police salaries by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council set interim Police Chief Garry Barnes' pay rate at $14.73 per hour at the special meeting held Mon­ day, March 29. This is the same rate that former Chief of Police Bob Baker had earned. The council also pro­ moted officer Terry Johnson to a corporal's position at a rate of $13.25 per hour. Both of these promotion rates are effective April 1, 1999. During the month of Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad 945-9554J Phone (616) 367-4544 Winter Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 8:30-12:00 & 1:00-5:00; Sat 8:30.-12:00; Closed Wed. & Sun. X Lake Odessa • M-50 _______8 Woodland Hastings M-43 JWoodland Rd XcZaiq CovAe Rd. repair! 8 Lansing 2 Coats Grove Rd. Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 6, 1999- Page'10 Kenneth IK. McBrayer Royal RitterPOTTERVILLE Royal Ritter, age 74, of Potterville, passed away Wednesday, March 31, 1999. Mr. Ritter was bom in Ionia County on July 10, 1924. He was a graduate of Sunfield High School. He served in the United States Army in the Pacific during World War n. He was a Benton Township dairy fanner for forty-five years and a member of the Potterville United Methodist Church, Past Master of Potterville F & M Lodge #367, Benton Township Trustee from 1978 to 1990, member of the Michigan Milk Producers Association for forty years. Mr. Ritter was preceded in death by one son, David in 1965. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; two daughters, Mary Ritter of Potterville, and Phyllis (Christopher) Reynolds of Andalusia, Alabama; one son, Daniel of Potterville; grandaughters, Abbigail and Hannah Reynolds; brothers, Paul Ritter of Bay City, Maynard (Virginia) Ritter of Alma; sisters, Jane Reynolds of Hastings, and Jeanne Harris of Oak Park, Illinois; and sister-in-law, Noriene Ritter of Bronson; brothers-in-laws, Harold (Virginia) Zimmerman of Pleasant Lake, John (Donna) Zimmerman of Pleasant Lake; sisters-inlaw, Lucille (LaVem) Eldred, and Betty Zimmerman, both of H&L MFG. Assembly Seeking motivated individuals for 2nd shift Piece Rate assembly/molding positions. Earn as much as $10.00 per hour. Long-term employment plus benefits. Apply at 122 Main St., Caledonia, MI Askfor Sue Leslie, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 3, 1999 at Potterville United Methodist Church with Reverend Paul Bailey officiating. Interment took place in Benton Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Potterville United Methodist Church or the Benton Township Library. Funeral arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. GAYLORD - Kenneth W. McBrayer, age 54, of Gaylord and previously of Vermontville, passed away April 1, 1999 at his mother’s residence in Nashville, after a short illness. Mr. McBrayer was bom on December 15, 1944 in Battle Creek, the son of James and Marie (Love) McBrayer. He graduated from Bellevue High School in 1964, and served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam Conflict. He was. employed at Federal Forge in Lansing, and retired recently because Spring Planting E-X-T-E-N-D THE LIFE OF YOUR PLANTER with... 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Mr. Johnston was bom on February 26, 1914 in Libertyville, Iowa, the son of Fred and Effie (Carmichael) Johnston. He graduated from Liberty High School in 1932. He married Helen Liebhauser on August 11, 1936 and she passed away on June 13, 1997. Employment included General Motors, Standard Oil Company, and was a self-employed landlord. He served in the United States Air Force from 1943-1946. He lived most of his life in Nashville. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Frank and Walter Johnston; and one sister, Dixie Ruth Corlett. Mr. Johnston is survived by three sisters, Elinor Fondyce, Betti Jean Swan, and Martha Carlson, all of Iowa; several nieces and nephews. Respecting his wishes, no visitation or funeral services will be held. Burial will take place at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. Funeral arrangements were made by Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Claude S. Reid NASHVILLE - Claude S. Reid, age 92, of Nashville, passed away Friday, April 2, 1999 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. He was bom January 24, 1907 in Montcalm County, the son of Fred & Eva (Cowling) Reid. He was raised in the Stanton & Gaylord areas and married Myrtle Ellsworth in Battle Creek on July 26, 1930. Mr. Reid retired from Eaton Manufacturing in 1967 after 30 years of service. He also farmed and drove & broke horses. He was member of the 25 Year Club at Eaton Manufacturing. He traveled with his wife all over Michigan on covered wagon train trips through the Modem Pioneers. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Clyde, Clare, Charles, Earl; sisters, Ethel, Esther, & Gladys. Mr. Reid is survived by his wife, Myrtle; children, Lyle Reid of Nashville, Barbara Mann of Nashville, Charles Reid of Nashville, Duane Reid of Charlotte, Carol Gaskill of Ludington, Gordie Reid of Nashville, Claudine Hill of Nashville, and Claudette Cortright of Nashville; 22 grandchildren; 34 great grandchildren; and many great great grandchildren; brother, Clarence Reid of Nashville. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, April 6, 1999 at 3:00 p.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made to the Nashville Church of the Nazarene. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 DIGITAL 12:45,2:45,5:15,7:35,9:30 DIGITAL 11:55,2:25,4:50,7:10,9:35 Located on 2900 N. 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Two classes, including Sue Schinck's and Mary Keeley's, were given the presentation The visitors discussed what to expect on a trip to the dentist. They also demonstrated proper brushing and flossing by having the children volun­ teer to be "teeth" and used yam to show proper floss­ ing. They also brought a puppet along to help tell about cleaning teeth. Other topics discussed with the children included what to do when a tooth comes loose and what to do in a dental emergency. At the conclusion of the lesson, each child in both classrooms received a care package. The package con­ tained items such as a toothbrush, dental floss, a timer and stickers, and fake tattoos. "We had a great time," said Schinck. "The students learned about general dental health and I even learned things I hadn't known. They gave them timers to take home to make sure they are brushing their teeth long enough." 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There were three winners There were 98 young peo- in the raffle drawing for a ple who that showed up to WWJD T-shirt and two of have fun and dance their them were Amanda Forrest winter blues away. and David Terpening. They youngsters danced to the Macarana, the Hustle and retro music,just to name a few, from 8 to 11 p.m. The youth group hopes to make this an annual or bi-an­ nual event, according to Ly­ dia McCauley, youth group adult leader. Powers Service ...Will be closed April 7-11 for vacation. Senior Olympics meeting scheduled for April 15 The Barry County Commission on Aging and YMCA will have an organi­ zational meeting for the Michigan Senior Olympics from 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday, April 15, at the COA build­ ing, 120 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings. 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Vol. 127-No. 15/April 13,1999 Fishers are this year s Maple Syrup producers festival honored citizens reporting a good year by Shawna Hubbarth White said sa the association pulled the taps on March by Shawna Hubbarth 1pulled taps the week of 28 SGt/aiffWritfecr Because it got warm, and ]March 24. " Both Vermontville and ;stayed "We We made m more syrup warm," she said. Nashville communities re- ; "When the bu,ds appear is. this year than last year. The ported a good maple syrup when they pull up," she ex- Maple Valley Alternative plained. y"Tphe sypr,up tastes Education kids did a great harvest this year. Tara Gearhart, who propro­ excellent excellent this this year. year." job collecting the sap. We duces syrup and other prod­ Bonnie White, secretary also had a lot of farmers to hennNeashvillee,Ssyercurpe Aarsy-help out this year. We had ucts sold at the Maple of o e asv e yrup yp sManor in Vermontville with sociation, also said the 24 or more volunteers this her husband, Tim, said, syrup this year "tastes won-ygeoaorr boil, which is a really. good turnout, so I am "Some people have said it derful." Ouv.er 700 gallons were pleased." was a bad year, but the maWhite jority have said it was a re- made, made," White White said. said. "It had It had White said said products products are are ally good year. It was a long its slow times and its fast sold at local businesses, and year with g good freezing ■ times. We had some volun- that there is still maple g■times.Wehadsomevolunnights and warmer days. In teers that worked a 12-hour sugar left "As a producer, it looks March we were just running, day and then had a couple of around when it thawed and days off because uopf ethoei good and tastes good," she came out." said. weather." Gearhart said most people StaffWriter Many things have changed during the 37 years Eugene and Mary Fisher have been working to pro­ mote the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival, but one thing t has stayed the same — their dedicated in­ volvement and energy put into each festival. For their many hours, over the years the Fishers have been chosen this year’s Honored Citizens at the fes­ tival. "They "T .hey put their whole heart into the festival," said Norma Viele, secretary of the festival corporation. "They have, over the years, put every effort into making it better. They are involved in many of the organiza­ tions and beyond the festival they devote a lot of time to the community. They al­ ways y. have." Native to the area their Dunham by Shawna Hubbarth y jthoeum d?"ona_'stk _head_v oenT etro r.wemsfipadipenn.tFat irn enTrustee Tcoruursategee dFrank Fcro entire lives, Eugene was encouraged complaints to be 1jthem?" asked one resident bom in Nashville and Mary Honored Citizens Eugene and Mary Reher have StaffWriter Another resident asked, "I put in writing so that it was bom in Vermontville. The Nashville Village have to get a permit to filll could be brought to coun­ been involved in the syrup festival for 43 year . They have been married 42 Council decided to table a in potholes, to maintain the cil's attention. years.. Their family includes ployee of the school. One resident asked about vote on the village right of alley way when the village three daughters and eight with the ride specials and "We got involved in it charges for permits, which way ordinance after concerns grandchildren. everything else.” doesn't want to?" Clerk Cathy Lentz said there and just loved it. We kept were raised at a public hear­ Other exciting improve"We have been involved improve­ "Since I have been on the going to meetings and then ing last Thursday. council we have not main­ was no charge. in the festival since our first ments in the past couple of Trustee Carroll Wolff I was asked to be vice presi­ Residents questioned the tained the alleyways, daughter was in the chil- years include refurbishing alleyways" said Wesuggested getting a report issue in the ordinance that President Dennis Mapes. dren's parade — she was 11 the Maple Manor inside and dent," said Eugene. "We would require application out and building a storage love it. It's very rewarding. One resident cited a strucstruc­ on every alley. months old," said Eugene. "Maybe we should get for permits when making tural defect in the right of He has been vice president area. Other construction in- You have fabulous people work with with and and what what changes to alley ways and way that of the corporation for 10 cludes building a stage to work t leaves a puddle of this information and get an idea of where the alley's are other right-of ways. years and president for nine downtown, which Eugene makes it so great is when it water in their driveway. Under the ordinance, a years said will be a stage in a comes together for that Trustee Bonnie White said and what happens to them. permit would need to be ob­ she felt that this ordinance Maybe this ordinance has to Eu.gene said he has seen building, with a roll-out fea- weekend." maEnuygecnheansagieds hteh rhoausgsheoeunt ture to the stage. "It's built maEkuegs etnhee fesaid ssatiidvalthat thsoatspwhat wechiaatl tained to plow, or fill pot was putting the burden on be rewritten.." he said. many makes the festival so special In other business last holes and do things of a the years of their involve- like a sap house, he exthe citizen. for himself and Mary is that maintenance nature. plained. "Is this (ordinance) stating week, the council: ment with the festival. • Went into closed session "It is intended to know that they have to correct this The Fishers have been inin­ it is a family-oriented event. "Arts and crafts has be­ "The thing that is so what is going on before itt design problem because of tol discuss a formal comvolved in many aspects of come such a huge part of it, good about it is that a famhappens," Trustee Steve water opvreorfloewm? Hecea suhsoeuold plaint against a village emthe festival. They have more so than 30 years ago. chaired the children's parade ily can take in the parades Wheeler said. not have to worry about it, See Council, page 2 We also have more produc­ "You are saying the vil­ They are also and the history of the area ers.. We used to have wood for 37 years. White said. an and the free entertainment. If lage owns the alleys, but involved w with PTO,, Band chopping contests, but we Boosters, s, Scouts, Historical they wanted they could had to do away with them come and be entertained all because of insurance pur­ Society, the library, Lions day and not spend a dime. Club, Woman's Club and poses. But we have arm the Methodist Church. Gene wrestling now and that is is retired from General Moreally popular." Eugene and Mary say that tors and Mary is an eman important goal in plan­ ning the festival is trying to get different types of enter­ tainment. They even have a suggestion boxes placed downtown to get input on people's opinions for enterenter­ tainment. The Fishers said that they have seen a dramatic in­ crease in the number of people attending throughout theeyears. years. "More and more people come every year," said Eu­ gene.. "Friday night is much NNehwillylaVpipllointeCdTrusil teeBtionnileWt Thhiteddes right into the issues at her hrst bigger than it used to be Nashville Council tables rigO ht of way ordinance Nashville Village Council meeting last Thursday. �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday April 13 1999 - Page 2 Interim police chief offers program ideas by Shawna Hubbartb StaffWriter Nashville interim Chief of Police Garry Barnes has been working on a few new programs for the depart­ ment, he reported at the council meeting last Thurs­ day. One is a vacation residen­ tial check request Ihese re­ quests, Barnes said, are for people who are going away on vacation. The department would then drive by the owner's property a couple times a week. But this in itself does not guarantee* that there will be no break-ins, be cautioned. Residents can come and fill out the necessary forms al the police department The department also will be holding Bicycle Registra­ tion Day on Saturday, April 17, in the parking lot be­ hind the department. The department will be register­ ing bikes from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Barnes said residents should bring information that best describes the bike including serial number, model number. "There used to be bike registration in the village," said Barnes after the meet­ ing. "But it was a long time ago. We want to bring it back as a public service so that stolen bikes will have a record. It's basically to show citizens that we care... We have a major problem with stolen bikes here." Barnes also said he will be instituting an "open door" policy. "If a daylight officer is going to be at the station for more than 20 minutes at a time then the curtains will be open and the front door unlocked," he said. "It lets people know they can walk in without knocking at the door- we have nothing to hide." We have “No Problem saving you money hen you insure both your and home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’lf save you money! Stop in, or call us today for a “No Problem” insurance check-up. form block captains. He said these captains often take walks at night and handle complaints that they relay to the department. It's a type of community policing, Barnes said. "We are just starting to implement the neighbor­ hood watch," said Barnes. "We really need support be­ cause it is an expensive pro­ ject" Barnes said that Corporal Terry Johnson would proba­ bly be in charge of the neighborhood watch pro­ gram. "We really want to see what the community input is like," said Barnes. "Any­ one interested can call the police station. Once we get some response we can set up a neighborhood watch program meeting." Council tables ordinance, from front page ployee. After coming back into open session, the council approved sending a letter to resident Gary White that would state that all parties involved sit down and "work toward the future." • Tabled a Barry County solid waste resolution to give council members a chance to review any changes. • Heard from Mapes who said that the village needs a zoning administrator to fill in temporarily until the po­ sition can be filled perma­ nently. • "People need to know that they do not have to be a resident — it can be any­ body... it could be a village employee. We have the opening." • Approved having the Department of Public Works look over offers of cell phone antennas to pos­ sibly be put on the water tower. • Approved $1,000 to the Transfer Recycle Station as needed. ing council members vote on the designation of com­ mittees for the upcoming year was not right He also asked about council men­ tioning of the Reed Street project when standard pay rates and raises were set. "Why was there mention of the Reed Street project? Is there a start date?" He asked. "Not that I know of," said Mapes. "Then I question why that was brought up when con­ sidering pay raises," Gary White said. Trustee Bonnie White asked if audience questions were ever going to be an­ swered. Mapes said, "Submit them in writing and then we will answer them." • Heard from Mapes that he had been contacted by Superintendent Clark Volz, who extended an invitation to tour school construction. Mapes said there was a pos­ sibility of putting the ex­ cursion at the end of a meet­ ing agenda. CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairsty les... for Men* Women & Children AV EDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE WER AND PLANT ESSENCES 4 • Approved $3,750 per quarter to the fire fund. • Authorized the Depart­ ment of Public Works to talk to a realtor who ha; shown interest in the village property adjacent to where the sewer property is. • Heard an opinion from resident Gary White, who said that not letting incom- ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Barnes told the council he was working on the depart­ ment on increasing visibil­ ity by having officers walk­ ing on foot through the vil­ lage. "Visibility deters crime," he said-. The new interim acting chief, who succeeded Bob Baker, who resigned last month, also talked of trying to get the community to Vermontville 517-726-0580 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School ..... Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ Evening Worship . .. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting ...... ...... 10 a.m .. .11 a.m. . . .6 p.m. ...... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner cl Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m Worship Service ............... 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ... .11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ......... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ........... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............ 11 a.m. Church School ................. 0 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .10a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service................................... 6 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ... Sunday School.... Fellowship Time... Adult Class........... ....... 9:30 a.m. ................... 10 ..... 10:30 a.m. ............. 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ...... P.M. Worship.......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .............. .7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship .......... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship Worship Service ........... 9:30 a.m. REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH PASTOR MARK THOMPSON NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Sunday School.......................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service................................... 7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service ........... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday School... W.orship................ ... 10 a.m. ... 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's Is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service .......6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) �The Maple Vaifey News. Nashvffie. Tuesday. April 13,1999—Page 3 Ruth Angeline (Waak) Dymond Thomas IV. Ogden \.. > ** S*? y . Si S i ’’MMuu C.IU IU Mj. Jw s5? *?£ HASTINGS - Thomas Grand Rapids, followed by W. Ogden, age 91, of thirty-nine years at E.W. Hastings, went to be with Bliss Company retiring in his Lord on Tuesday, April 1970. 6, 1999. Mr. Ogden was a past He was bom March 12, member of the Battle 1908 in Rutland Creek Engineers Club, a Township, Barry County, member of the Nashville the son of Fred and Maud Baptist Church, and (Grammage) Ogden. He Treasurer of BCARC for attended Hastings schools fifteen years. Together graduating from Hastings with his wife, Maxine, he High School in 1926. He received the Hastings High graduated from Michigan School Alumnus of the State University in 1932 Year Award in 1963. with a BS Degree in Mr. Ogden enjoyed Mechanical Engineering. sports, hunting and He married Maxine fishing. Wunderlich on June 22, Mr. Ogden is survived 1940, she passed away by a daughter, Margaret June 28, 1964. He married (Bob) Foster of Gun Lake, Evelyn Gray on July 8, son, James Ogden of 1965, she passed away Delton, stepdaughter, September 15, 1986. Martha VanEngen of He was employed for a Kissimmee, Florida, two short time in 1933 at grandchildren, three great­ Keeler Brass Company, grandchildren. four step- grandchildren, and nine step-great grandchildren. Funeral Services were held Friday, April 9, 1999 at the Girrbach Funeral Home. Reverend Robert VanEngen officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Michigan Association for Retarded Citizens, or the Barry County Humane Society. Arrangements were made by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. CHARLOTTE - Ruth Angeline (Waak) Dymond, age 79, of Charlotte, passed away Monday. April 5, 1999. Mrs. Dymond was bom April 12, 1919, on a farm in LaPorte County, Indiana, the daughter of William and Lucinda (Vader) Waak. She married her husband of 57 years on October 5, 1941. Mrs. Dymond was a partner throughout life with her husband and a full partner in his business, Al Dymond Col or Service, for 35 years until its closing. She was devoted to her home in the country and was a loving wife, mother and grandmother to husband, children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three brothers: four sisters; and a grandchild. Faith Dymond in 1990. Mrs. Dymond is survived by her husband, E Alpha Dymond; brother, Lewis Waak of Richmond, Indiana; five children, Diane and Cindy Dymond both of Charlotte. Crystal Noecker of Lansing, Garry Dymond of Millett, and Grace (Jeff) Ueberroth of Dimondale; six grandchildren. Dawn (Chris) Sweet of Rockford, Michigan, Rochelle Noecker of Lansing, Jason and Kyle Dymond of Millett, and Charles and Margaret Ueberroth of Dimondale; one great grandchild, Kelsey Sweet; sister-in-law and brother­ in-law. Nacoma and Wm. Charles Spagnuolo and brother-in-law. Eldon (Chore) Dymond of Charlotte. Funeral Sendees fir Mrs. Dymond were lield Friday, April 9, 1999 at the Pray Funeral Home. Pastor Ivan L. Stubbs officiated. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity or fund of one’s choice. You’d like making an investment in your community to be easy Darlene F. Hammond NASHVILLE Darlene F. Hammond, age 67, of Nashville, went to be with her Lord April 5, 1999 at her home. She was bom January 26, 1932 in Revere, Missouri, the daughter of Carl and Mary (Brown) Martin. She attended Dennison Country School in Ovid and graduated from Ovid High School in 1949. She married William D. Hammond on November 22, 1950 near Perry. 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Reverend Lester DeGroot officiated. Burial took place in Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Crippled Children’s Foundation or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel of Nashville. It’s safe to say it’s mutual. We’ve got to hand it to the big banks. They sure know how to make investing in your home a chore. That's not the case at Eaton Federal Savings Bank. We’re a local, depositor-owned mutual savings bank. We’ve been helping people invest in their homes - and their communities for over 60 years. Because our board members are your neighbors, we understand your needs. So when you want to make home improvements, additions, or finance a new home, talk to us first. We'll be sure to lend you a helping hand. COMMUNITY SHOWER REMINDER Don’t forget to drop off your donations for SIREN/Eaton Shelter by SATURDAY, APRIL 17th. Your help is greatly need­ ed to furnish items for an emergency shelter. Stop by any office for further . details. Eaton Federal 11 Bank OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: |FD1C Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, April 13,1999 - Page 4 Latest donations to the M.V. Scholarship Foundation An addition to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholar­ ship Foundation’s Patron ($500/cumulative) plaque has been made for the Edith Benedict memorial. The Connie Parker Memorial moved to the Benefactor plaque ($1000/ cumulative). 1999 Funders ($100 cal­ endar year) for the Maple Valley Memorial Scholar­ ship Foundation are GFWC Vermontville, Hastings City Bank, MASA Region 5, John Dull Memorial, Ver­ montville Lions Club, Leo Marisch Memorial and M. Marie Fisher. Additional donations in memory of Connie Parker have been received from Samuel E. LoPresto, Saundra K. Haas, Carol V. and Stacy L. Daniels, the Robert Joppie Family, Char-EmCharlevoix Emmett Interme­ diate School District, Cal­ houn Intermediate School District, M.A.S.A. Region V, Congregational Church Choir and Margie M. Joppie. Additional donations for Burr Hartenburg are from Waverly Area Friends, Richard, Liz and Jess VanderMolen, Harold and Edith Benedict, Monterey Elemen­ tary School Staff, Ver­ montville Lions Club, and Kirk and Becky Richmond. Donations in memory of Leo Marisch have been re­ ceived from: Lyle Gibbons, Elva and Vernon Boyles, Pat and Karen London and fam­ ily, Cliff Lundstrom, Vicki Graham, Hastings Band Boosters, Duane and Ke hryn Davidson, Charles anu Cornelia Stevens, Mar­ garet Doubleday, Mary Gib­ bons, Matthew and Arlene Woods, JoAnne Orsborn, Jim and Kay Bemash, May­ nard and Pat McClelland, Lois Barton, Bernie and Ruth Hickey, Raynard and Jane Hickey, Lewis and Donna Hickey, Pat Hickey, Gerald and Leola Lundstrum, Russell and Betty Parr and family, Stanley and Sewing, Alterations, Designs & Upholstery Service Debra Allen Designer (517) 852-9285/ Donna Hause, Jim and Gwen Wright and Irene VanderVorste. Additional donations in memory of Iva Weiler Rogers have been from Lloyd and Elsie Wolever, Herald and Margaret Gra­ ham, Archie and Ardean Gonser, Jeanne Rugg, James and Carolyn Bowens, Stan­ ley and Darlene Hosey and family, Wayne and Elois Wheaton, Ernest Lindberg, Arline Hokanson, Ray and Barbara Barlond, Norman and Joan Wilmore and fam­ ily, Kenneth and Nancy Conkey, Ruth Janousek, Terry Janousek, Dawn Jones, Larry and Rosella Schulze, Leo and Margaret Baker, M.V.E.A., and Eleanor M. Rawson. Additional donations in memory of Mark Andrews were from Alvin and Susie Butler and family, Maple Grove Township Board, and Elbert and Dorothy Carpen­ ter. Additional donations in memory of Edith Benedict were from Ben and Loa Kinyon and Sons, Mr. and Mrs. James Wright and fam­ ily, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Lindburg and Sons, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Wank and family, Lorraine Kendall and family, Robert and Lois Siple, and Wilbur and Kathleen Marsh. Additional donations in memory of Gaylord Fassett were from Mr. and Mrs. Hu­ bert Barbour and Kevin, and Maple Valley Schools Fuller St. School Young Fives and Kindergarten Registration and Roundup April 26th - 29th Mr. and Mrs. Tom Pruden and sons. Additional donations in honor of William and Jarene Fox were received from Mary Fox Greenwood, Anne and Richard Crow and Andy and Susan Joostbems. The Maple Valley Educa­ tional Association, Marianne Martin and Maple Valley Ju­ nior and Senior High Staff donated in memory ofAllen Bush. Leo Spencer memorials were from Junior and Senior High School staff and Mari­ anne Martin. Elois Wheaton Memorials were from Eleanor M. Raw­ son, Mary and Lyle Hokanson, Arline Hokanson and Ernest Lindberg. Additional memorials for John Dull were from Rex E. Bean, Robert and Maxine Phillips and Marjorie L. Shaull. Capital Area United Way forwarded a donation made through payroll deduction. Laurie and Bill Kipp do­ nated in Memory of Emily Taylor, Marie Fisher donated in memory of John Dull, Edith Benedict, Judy Hook, Ovid Price and Clifton Bax­ ter and in honor of Irma Joppie. The M.VE.A. Support As­ sociation donated in mem­ ory of Horace O. Price, Monica M. Rademacher do­ nated in memory of Gertrude Montgomery, Eleanor Rawson donated in memory of Robert Todd, the family of Curtis and Alberta Rockafellar donated in memory of Curtis and in honor ofAlberta. Donations were also re­ ceived from Hastings City Bank, and from the Maple Valley National Honor Soci­ ety. The spring board of direc­ tors meeting will be held May 6 at the Maple Valley High School Library from 6 to 7 p.m. MVMSF is a non profit charitable foundation. For more information write MVMSF, Box 715, Nashville, MI 49073. Master Gardeners to have 'hotline’ Eaton County Master Gar­ deners will handle the MSU Extension office gardening hotline Tuesdays and Thurs­ days from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Master Gardeners are do­ ing this community service to fulfill their volunteer hour requirements for Master Gardener certification. Usu­ ally at this time of the year, there is a large influx oftele­ phone calls asking for gar­ dener information. Master Gardeners have become a valuable resource to the MSU Extension office and to the community. Fifty-seven Master Gar­ dener trainees have just completed their 14-week long classroom sessions that included plant science, soil science, indoor plants, woody ornamentals, herba­ ceous ornamentals, turf and lawn care, small fruits, tree fruits, vegetables, flowers, gypsy moth and integrated pest management. They also undertook field tours to Meijers greenhouse conservatory, Chicago Flower and Garden Show and Detroit Bloomfest. Some of them will tour Eu­ rope in April. They are now eager to do community ser­ vice and help others become better Master Gardeners. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604._________________ FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. Anyone who has garden­ ing or homeowner questions, may call the MSU Extension office (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594 and ask for the Master gardener hotline. Questions will be answered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Anyone interested in tak­ ing the Master Gardener program can register with the office and ask for a brochure. The next program will be­ gin in January 2000, but there is a registration list. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Apr. 14 Horse Developmental Committee at 7 p.m. Extension Office. Apr. 15 Small Animal Sale & Goat Pre-registration forms due at the Extension Office. Swine must be in 4-H member’s possession. Non-Livestock Developmental Committee 6:30 p.m. at Exten­ sion Office. Apr. 18 B & B Youth Livestock Judging contest. Apr. 19 4-H Cat Workshop, 7 p.m. at Expo Building. Apr. 19 Poultry Development Meeting, 6:30 p.m. - Ex­ tension Office. Apr. 21 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m. - Extension Office. Apr. 22 Character Counts Workshop, 6 p.m., First Pres­ byterian Church in Hastings. Apr. 22 Barry County Homemakers/Slow Cooking Class at 6:00-9:30 p.m. at the Community Room, C/L Building. Apr. 24 Small Animal Day - MSU. Apr. 24-25 4-H Horse Jamboree - MSU. Apr. 26 Rabbit Developmental Committee, 7:00 p.m., HHS Ag. Room. Apr. 30 4-H Horse must be pre-registered. State 4H/FFA Meats Judging Contest, MSU Anthony Hall. Apr. 30­ Impact’99, Teen Leadership for the 21 st Century May 2 4-H Challenge Volunteer Training Orientation Kettunen Center. TANNING MOO per visit Walk-Ins REPO: MUST SELL will look Please registerfor your child's roundup appointment by calling Fuller St. School, 852-9468 Young Fives/Kindergarten Parent Orientation and Story Hour meeting on Tuesday, k April 13th at 7:00 pm IsJC *15.00 at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604._________________ 5 Visit Package *25.00 ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. TIRED OF RENTING? Own your own 2 bedroom mobile home in trailer park in Lake Odessa. $2,500. OBO. Call Lori or Jody at 517-852-3955 for more information. FOR SALE: Mobile Home, $8,000 OBO. Thomapple Lake Estates. 852-9461 10 Visit Package M0.00 20 Visit Package New Tanning Beds California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 ► ► �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 13, 1999 - Page 5 Speaker pitches environmentally sensitive products by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Nationally known speaker Craig Ouverson was in Vermontville at the Opera House last Thursday to talk to a crowd about the Melaleuca product line. Melaleuca is an all-natu­ ral, environmentally sensi­ tive line ofproducts ranging from personal hygiene to household cleaners. "It is a line for the health conscious," said Melaleuca Executive Bruce Grunwald. "We set up accounts with the company where people can buy direct at wholesale prices. It is kind of like a catalog service." "They usually come up with 12 or so products a year, said Vermontville resi­ dent Fred Yutzy. "They are environmentally sensitive, and friendly, non-toxic, they don't pollute the lakes and streams and do not animal test. We have had great re­ sults with the product" The Melaleuca line in- School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, April 14 Chicken nuggets, roll and honey, cheesie potatoes, raspberry sherbet, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, April 15 M.W. and Kellogg domi­ nos. Cheese pizza, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, April 16 Pancake and sausage on a stock, potato wedge, apple crisp, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, April 19 Chicken sandwich, baked beans, apple, blue raspberry juice bar, 1/2 pt. m ilk. Tuesday, April 20 Chicken fries, mashed potatoes, applesauce, spice bread, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 14 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two - garden salad, cheesie potatoes, raspberry sherbet, juice, milk. Thursday, April 15 Choose One - Chicken Nationally known speaker Craig Ouverson standsby some of the Melaleuca products at the Vermontville Opera House, eludes everything to sham­ poo to deodorant, to soap, to household cleaning prod­ ucts to laundry detergent. The cleaners and detergents are made without toxic chemicals, said Grunwald. "We have an all-purpose all-organic cleanser, and the only laundry detergent that is non-alkaline," he said. Grunwald also said that because many products are concentrated, the per use cost is half of what a person would pay for store prod­ ucts. He said cost per load of laundry can be as little as 15 cents. This might be one reason why the famous sextuplet family the McCaugheys of Iowa, is that they use Melaleuca products, Grun- wald said. 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Simply call or stop by any Hastings City Bank office today to put your home’s equity to work for you. ^listings www.hastingscitybank.com hastingscitybank.com Member FDIC fed •Fees and closing costs are waived until July 1, 1999. Appraisal fees are waived whenthe state equalized value (SEV) ofyour home can be used in place of the normally required appraisal. Home Equity Line Annual Percentage Rate (APR) varies through life ofthe loan. Current APR as of 3/1/99 is 9.75% and maximum APR is 18%. Home Equity Fixed Loan APR as of 3/1/99 ranges from 8.90 to 9.90%. Rates are subject to change without notice. Property insurance 174 S. Phone required under both plans. �The Maple Vahey News Nashville Tuesday April 13 1999 - Page 6 Syrup festival program honors Edith Benedict Edith's Mistake / thought I'd make some sugar Out of syrup that was dark. I'd save myself some money — I'd have myselfa lark. I cooked and cooked and cooked it, And then I stirred and stirred. Then I poured it in the molds — What a sticky mess — my word! J screamed and raged and pulled my hair, But oh, that sticky mess! That darned stuffjust wouldn't "set up" — What I did next you'll guess. Out ofthe molds into the pan J scraped that sticky goo. To say I wasted halfofit All the best for you and your farm ... from your Farm Bureau Insurance Agent Lynn Denton Get all die protection you need - for your farm, youroelf, and your family - from Farm Bureau Insurance. Serving farmers is our specialty. Call today. ■V* WUtRf 4695 Middleville Rd. (M-37) Middleville Phone 1-800-443-5253 Making your future more predictable. BUREAU Lifelong syrup producer Edith Benedict is honored this year with the program dedication. Edith passed away late last year and this will be her first ever missed Syrup Festival. dedication for the 1999 syrup festival. She and her husband, Harold, had been members of the Maple Syrup Corporation for many years. and try to sell syrup for a dollar a gallon," Brian re­ called. Edith made it a point to keep her children involved in the festival. Brian said he remembers her making him up in costumes with his other siblings for the chil­ dren's parade. "I remember not always being happy with some of the costumes," he laughed. "One costume in particular was a birthday cake, I think, for the 25th anniversary pa­ rade." In 1969, Edith and Harold's daughter, Karen, was crowned syrup queen. Karen also was crowned queen in the Michigan Syrup Queen competition, and was runner-up at nation­ als. "Mom was so excited for her," Brian said. "She trav­ eled out to New York with Karen to the competition.'' "She was just a really loving person," Brian said. "She really cared a lot for her family. She never had a career, but she had her hands full raising us and helping on the farm." Brian said her favorite farm activity, besides pro­ ducing syrup, was plowing the fields. "She liked to get on the tractor and look back at all the upturned soil." Edith was a leader in the Farm Bureau, was in the able to attend the syrup fes­ tival on Saturday. "She was checked out of the hospital Saturday after­ noon," remembers Brian Benedict, her son. "She had herself taken directly to the festival. She said, 'See, I can say I have never missed a festival.' It was that im­ portant to her." Brian, who is carrying on the maple syrup producing tradition in the family, said Edith was active in every aspect of the syrup making process. "I grew up in a family of producers," he said. "We have produced syrup every year. My Grandpa Benedict produced it. She (Edith) did sugar, and prepared for the festival every year. We usu­ ally produced about 200 gal­ lons a year." Edith was born just north of Vermontville in a farm house. She married Harold Benedict May 5, 1934, and spent a majority of her time raising eight children. The family includes six daugh­ ters, and two sons, 26 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. "One of her projects was to make every member of the family an afghan — as you can tell that kept her re­ ally busy," Brian said with a laugh. Times were not always easy for the family. "She used to go door to door during the Depression Is telling it to you true! I thought I'd make some taffyMaybe that would do some good. But when I went to pull it, It was like a block of wood. Now it has "set up" so hard it would a hammer break, So Ijust decided to show it. Correctly labeled "my mistake"! by Shawna Hubbartb StaffWriter This poem, written by the late Edith Benedict, details some of the frustrations and need for perfect timing when making maple products. Edith was a maple syrup producer at heart, and that among other reasons is why she was named as program This will be the first fes­ tival in the 59 years it has been celebrated that Edith will miss. Even last year, as she was battling a reoccur­ rence with cancer, she was MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Continued next page Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE utrwa —wi w Phone (517) 852-1915 MLS. Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI hms- SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI...................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. 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Edith had a chance to see the world, when she and Harold traveled around the globe’ for three months in 1965 as an extended vaca­ tion. But, of course, Edith planned the vacation around the festival, so as not to miss a single one. At every festival, Brian said, she en­ tered syrup product competi- ft **•’«? id ifdt u>S VW, J?I*, ■» ■*» ^?S' «>' aS“ntiifftt>*«*. ft>«. bmj.Jw J’wh ■k®»iiiitta Vvili bsi teiajuttii' iwutlfcjw tfetoku'n tions and the family always had a syrup booth to sell the syrup. "Her favorite was maple syrup on pancakes, and she really liked making the sugar too," he said. Edith was involved with farming year round with Harold, said Brian. The farm was a dairy farm until the '70s, and then the family raises all different animals and crops, said Brian. In 1975, Harold turned the EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS c • Residential • Commercial £ • Farm W® This will be the first festival in the 59 years it has been cele­ brated that Edith will miss. Even last year, as she was battling can­ cer, she was able to attend the syrup festival on Saturday. cost because the village will a new pump and it will be tion on East Main, which by Shawna Hubbarth replaced as soon as the keeps "blowing fuses and take out the old fence.StaffWriter • Approved sending put council gathers pricing on a heaters." Hickey Electric of The Vermontville Village Council announced at its notices to the multiple units new pump. Nashville is working on the meeting last Thursday that in town that if they cur­ • Talked about the lift sta- problem, the council re­ the village has received a rently have only one shutoff ported. $16,118 grant from the De­ valve for water, they must partment of Environmental put in separate shutoff valves called splitters within Quality. The grant is for the well­ six months. This will be re­ Rose looks forward to a Friends and relatives of head protection program, quired unless the landlord is pleasant afternoon of visit­ Rose Gay Steward are in ­ which monitors the safety responsible for the water ing and reminiscing with vited to attend an open house and quality of the village's bill. : many friends and acquain­ celebrating her eight • Approved a request from water. tances. decades of residence in the The grant will be matched the Maple Syrup Festival Sunfield and Vermontville farm over to Brian who equally by the village to to­ Corporation Tor permission areas. to move the village bleach­ farmed until 1997 when his tal $32,236. Rose observed her 80th ers to Maplewood during the farm became a casualty of In other business last birthday on Jan. 14 of this festival for a logger's con ­ escalating prices, competi­ week, the council: Nashville Literary Club year. plans an April 15th trip to tion from "factory farms" • Approved replacement of test. The celebration, given by • Approved a deadline of Frederik Meijer Gardens to and other fates many smaller sidewalks on East and West her family, will be held Sun­ see the butterfly exhibit. The family farms face today. First Street this spring and Wednesday, April 21, for day, April 18 from 3-5 p.m. group leaves at 10:30 a.m. at Though Brian is currently summer. Property owners village leafpickup. at the Sunfield Methodist • Discussed how the lift Maple Grove Twp. Hall. The employed off the farm his will be notified with the es­ Church, 227 Logan Street in date has been changed to family keeps the syrup tradi- timated cost Property own­ station on Nut Street needs Sunfield. tion sdive and well. April 15. ers pay two-thirds of the to­ "She is sadly missed," he tal cost while the village said. pays one-third. Edith passed away Nov. • Approved hiring Archers 25, last year. Things that Tree and Stump Removal remind Brian and the family from Bellvue to take down ofher memory are the many nine dead trees and 13 trees she planted on the stumps within the village at property during her lifetime. a cost of $1,800. "She loved to plant trees," • Gave approval to start Brian said. "She planted accepting bids for taking out Find out how it works at them everywhere. She was trees in the Linden Street always fighting the Road right-of-way and putting in Commission when they a road, and water and sewer Jill Vanderhoef wanted to take down trees... lines. she could be really strong • Accepted the bid from about her convictions." Tuffy Fence of Nashville to You can trust H&R Block Brian said that though replace and repair the fence Serving you from two convenient locations: his mom would write po­ around the First Street ball 354 S. Cochran, Suite 3, Charlotte, Ml • (517) 543-4339 or (517) 372-6883 field for $3,730.39. $300 ems for many different occa­ 209 S. Main, Eaton Rapids, Ml • (517) 663-1331 will be deducted from that sions such as birthdays and anniversaries, the poem about the thwarted attempt to make maple sugar is his ood favorite. eighbor "I think I like it the best harmacy because I thought it was a funny poem, and it shows her sense of humor," he said. ...Ml WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Steward 80th open house set Literary Club news Didyou fail to claim a deduction or a credit to which you are entitled? H&R BLOCK G N P Uprights to celebrate 50th anniversary We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies Vermontville wins DEQ wellhead grant The children of Fay and Nona Upright would like to invite family and friends to a luncheon open house in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, April 24th from 2-4 p.m. at the Gresham United Methodist Church, 5055 N. Mulliken Rd. 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Nite Light, Sore Throat, Severe Cold & Fever or Triaminic -jl ThereFlu Packets Maximum Strength Select Formulas • 6's Your Choice Yo 219 NORTH MAIN STREET ■Br== ■Br= Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE . 9am to 4pm Saturday Friday F �The Maple /alley News Nashville Tuesday. April 13. 1999 - Page 8 Farmers should be careful when hiring young people Farmer* who will hire offfarm teenagers for summer work should be mindful of federal law that restricts youth under 16 from operat­ ing certain kinds of equip­ ment and performing certain chores and tasks on and off the farm “If an accident occurs to a youth worker, the incident could mean legal action against the farm owner and possibly the manager,” says Howard J. Doss, Michigan State University Extension agricultural safety leader Basically. non-family youth IM or 17 years old can be allowed to perform most chores around the farm, but certain farm jobs have been declared hazardous for fam­ ily and non-family youth un­ der 16. For instance, youth under 16 are not allowed to operate a tractor of more than 20 horsepower unless they have co ted a 15- to 25-hour tractor safety certification cou e The training may be available through most county MSU Extension of­ fices or through the commu­ nity high school agricultural science program “The certification means the youth can legally work for others off the farm." Doss says. “Not being certi­ fied can pul the farm at risk because there arc heavy fines and other penalties as­ sociated with hiring an un­ certified youth under 16 to drive a farm tractor. "The law further stipulates that an adult cannot permit any youth under 16 to ride on or operate a tractor just for the experience, and this is important for grandpar­ ents and others who may not be a familiar with the federal law.' he continues Youth under 16 are also restricted from operating or assisting in the operation (starting, stopping, adjusting or feeding) of harvesting equipment such as com pickers, combines, forage wagons, mowers, forage choppers. balers, feed grinders and augers. Nor can they work around anhydrous ammonia, handle pesticides, work on a ladder or scaffold more than 20 feet high, or work around a ma­ nure pit or around a fruit, forage or grain storage area with an oxygen-deficient at­ mosphere. They are also prohibited from being in a yard, pen or stall occupied by a bull, boar or stud maintained for breeding purposes, or around a sow with suckling pigs or a cow with a newborn calf. A non-family youth being paid to work on a particular farm cannot be “loaned” or allowed to work on or be shared labor on a neighbor’s farm, or work on the neigh­ bor’s farm with his employer The Village of Vermontville will be flushing hydrants April 14 - 15, 1999 beginning at 9:00 p.m. This may cause temporary dis­ coloration of water. 100 NOTICE Jim Carl Jim Carl is the Nashville Club Lion ofthe Month, Carl has been a Lion for about 19 years. He has been a past president and has been very active in the business of the club. Lions clubs are involved in many important projects world wide. Some that Lion Carl has been involved in are White Cane on a local level and Welcome Home for the Blind, on the state level. He helped cook food at the Wel­ come Home for the Blind ac­ tivity. Carl gets active in local Engagements When: Saturday, April 17, 1999 Where: Nashville Police Department Parking Lot Behind the Police Dept. Time: 10:00 am * 2:00 pm What to bring? All necessary informa­ tion that will best describe your bike, serial #, model #. Please call the police department at 517-852-9866 with questions. involved in are Community Birthday Calendars and helping in roadside trash pickup just outside and south ofNashville. He is in­ volved now in trying to get into place the Lions Club markers in the Nashville area cemeteries for every past Nashville Lion member who has died. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile Appleman-Bell Cassandra Appelman and Raymond Bell will be united in marriage on Oct. 9, 1999. The bride-to-be is the daughter ofNelson and Pam Appelman ofNashville. Cassie is employed at the Barry Intermediate School District and is attending Kel­ logg Community College. The groom-to-be is the son of Dan and Joanne Bell of Hastings. Ray is the man­ ager at Barry Cleaners. Meetings for the Township of Sunfield for the fiscal year 1999/2000 will be held on the first Monday of each month att 8:00 p.m. at the Sunfield Community Room on Main Street. Meetings are scheduled as follows unless posted otherwise. Bring Your Bike projects such as the building of two handicap ramps and serving pancakes at the American Legion Hall dur­ ing the Vermontville Syrup Festival. He has been an im­ portant part of the Scholar­ ship Committee that chooses Maple Valley graduates to receive college scholarships. Two other projects he is - Call for FREE Estimates - SunfielTownshi Meeting Dates Bicycle Registration Day good safety management at the farmstead. “The most sensible ap­ proach is to have a frank dis­ cussion with family mem­ bers and all farm employees about the hazards and risks on the farm and how to avoid them,” Doss says. “Make sure that tasks assigned to youth are age-appropriate and, at the same time, make clearly known and enforce off-limits rules.” More information on farm safety and youth can be ob­ tained via the MSU Depart­ ment of Agricultural Engi­ neering fax-back informa­ tion system by calling 517­ 353-7823 anytime. Lion of the Month is Jim Carl NOTICE The Nashville Police Department will be imple­ menting a neighborhood watch program. Any citi­ zens of the village inter­ ested in becoming pro­ gram leaders please con­ tact the Police Chief. if that employer receives compensation from the neighbor. “Regulations regarding youth employment on the farm can become compli­ cated,” Doss says. “Further, ifthere is an accident involv­ ing a non-family member youth employee or the child of an adult employee, the farm owner may unwittingly wind up in legal trouble be­ cause he/she was now aware of the law.” He advises farm managers to become as well ac­ quainted as they can with regulations affecting teenage workers, but the best defense against safety violations is □ □ O □ □ □ Q □ □ □ Q □ Monday, April 5, 1999 Monday, May 3, 1999 Monday, June 7, 1999 "Tuesday, July 6, 1999 - Fire Barn Monday, August 2, 1999 "Tuesday, September 7,1999 - Fire Barn Monday, October 4, 1999 Monday, November 1, 1999 Monday, December 6, 1999 "Tuesday, January 4, 2000 - Fire Barn Monday, February 7, 2000 Monday, March 6, 2000 "Note the exceptions for holiday. The Annual Meeting of the Electors will be held Thursday, March 23. 2000 at 7:30 p.m. In the spirit of compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals with a disability should feel free to contact the Sunfield Township Clerk, Sheryl A. Smith at, P.O. Box 68. Sunfield, Ml 48890 or by phoning (517) 566-8461 or (517) 543-1360 if requesting speciall ser­ vices to effectively participate in the meeting. NOTICE The Village of Nashville is in need of filling the position of Village Zoning Administrator. Any one of the Village of Nashville interested in serving as the Village Zoning Administrator please contact the Village office at 206 N. Main 852-9544 before May 1, 1999. FOR SALE The Village of Nashville is now taking bids on a 1977 C-65 5-YARD DUMP TRUCK, with under body and front plow. Minimum bid accepted is $3,500. Send all bids to the Village of Nashville, 206 N. Main, PO Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073, by April 21, 1999. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. April 13, 1999 - Page 9 Nashville man in critical condition after car accident Police speculate that 39- side up. year-old Scott Rice of Police believe Rice was Nashville may have fallen not wearing a seat belt and asleep at the wheel before said an airbag was deployed losing control of his vehicle during the accident. and crashing his car Monday The Nashville Fire De­ on Cloverdale Road near partment used the Jaws of Clark Road in Maple Grove Life to extract Rice from the Township, according to the vehicle and he was treated at Hastings Post of the Michi­ gan State Police. Rice, who was airlifted from the scene of the acci­ dent by Air Care medical he­ licopter, was listed in criti­ cal condition Wednesday at Bronson Methodist Hospital Police are seeking the re­ in Kalamazoo. turn of a 16-foot, black, According to police, Rice tool trailer, bearing the was westbound on name "Clough Construc­ Cloverdale Road at about tion," taken from a home 12:04 p.m. when his car left building site in Castleton the roadway, hit a culvert, Township between 4 p.m. went airborne, landed, rolled Monday, April 5, and 10 over and came to rest right a.m. Tuesday, April 6. the scene by NashvilleMaple Grove-Castleton Ambulance before he was airlifted to Kalamazoo Troopers believe alcohol was not a factor in the acci­ dent, which remains under investigation. Police seeking stolen tool trailer cffiornapple Part-time Laundry Position Includes weekends and various shifts. Willing to train the right candidate. Vacation and sick benefits are available, as well as dental and/or medical insurance. To apply for this position, fill out an application at: Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE SPRING CLEAN UP 01KE The Village of Nashville will hold spring cleanup days on April 26 & 27 and May 3 & 4. The Village will pick up leaves and brush. PLEASE DO NOT PLACE ANY LEAVES OR BRUSH IN THE ROAD BEFORE THESE DATES. Nashville DPW NOTICE The Nashville Police Department has implemented a vacation property check program. Signed forms are needed from anyone interested in having their home or property checked during vaca­ tions. Forms are available at the Nashville Police department or the Nashville Village office. There is no charge for this service. Police Chief Barnes Trooper Bill Arndt said the enclosed trailer contained nearly $20,000 worth of tools when it was appar­ ently hooked up to the sus­ pect vehicle and hauled away from the site on State Road near M-66. Some of the missing tools are a generator, air compressor with nail guns, saws, drills (both electric and cordless) and general construction type tools, Arndt said. "It's his livelihood, it's all he had," said Arndt of the self-employed victim, whose business is located in Battle Creek. The trailer had a 16-foot extension ladder on the top and a 24-foot aluminum pick when it was stolen. The 1997 trailer is a Southwest brand, said Arndt, and has a Michigan license plate bearing the numbers 6847A9. Anyone with information is asked to contact Arndt or Trooper Mike Greenwood at 948-8283 or Silent Observer at 1-800-310-9031. For Sale SOROLLSOFCARPET,beautiful plush’s, cut loop, medium pile and more, used two weeks, most like new, from $ 1.00 square yard. Dennis Distributing, 401 Cochran, Charlotte, 541-1109. BEAUTIFUL BRASS DAYBED WITH mattress and trundle bed underneath, 2 months old, cost $700, sacrifice $275,1­ 517-541-1109______________ It9s Time To Eat The Whole Thing! (NAPS I—No muss, no fuss...it’s time for soft-shells! That’s right, from April to October, Virginia’s seafood delight—the blue crab— becomes that tasty morsel known as “soft-shell crab." No cracking or peeling required! The first full moon in May traditionally marks the start of soft-shell season. But as early as April, the blue crab will begin molting its shell to accommodate its summer growth. In fact, blue crabs shed their shells several times during their growing season. The shedding process is carefully monitored by many ofVirginia’s watermen, however, because a new shell will begin to harden within hours ofmolting. The softshell crabs need to be quickly removed from the water to stop the formation ofa new shell. And no shell means— once the crab has been cleaned—you can eat the whole thing! The absence ofa hard shell also means there is a greater variety of preparation options for the delicious Virginia blue crab. Here are two quick and easy recipes to try—one for outdoor grilling, the other an oven baked double-delicious dose ofcrab: Grilled Soft-Shells With Ginger Lime Sauce and Shallots Serves 6 12 large soft-shell crabs, cleaned 8 Tbs. unsalted butter, clarified 1 lime zest and 2 Tbs. juice 2 tsp. fresh ginger, grated salt, to taste 1 shallot, finely chopped Prepare a medium-hot charcoal fire and set grate 5 to 6 inches above coals. In a small pan, mix butter, zest, juice, shallots, ginger, and salt to taste. Brush each crab with sauce. Grill, turning once, 5 to 7 minutes on each side, de­ pending on thickness. (Crabs are done when they turn rich red-brown and back feeler legs are crisp.) Place crabs on heated serving platter and cover with remaining sauce. Soft-Shell Crab Imperial Serves 6 Vi cup butter 2 Tbs. flour 1 cup milk 2 tsp. prepared mustard tsp. salt 14-1/4 tsp. red pepper 1 pound backfin crabmeat 3 Tbs. butter, melted 12 soft-shell crabs, cleaned 1 cup fresh buttered breadcrumbs Melt butter in saucepan. Add flour and blend over low heat, stirring con- stantly, for 3 to 5 minutes. Slowly stir in milk. Cook and stir until thickened. Blend in mustard. salt and red pepper. Gently fold in crabmeat. Prick legs and claws ofsoft-shells to pre­ vent popping. Place crabs, bottom side up, on a broil­ ing rack 3 inches from the heat. Brush with melted butter. Broil 4 to 5 minutes. Turn over, brush again with butter. Broil 4 to 5 minutes. To assemble: Place about 3 tablespoons ofthe crab mixture on top of each broiled crab, sprin­ kle with buttered crumbs. At serving time, bake in preheated 350° oven for 15 minutes. Making seafood a regular part ofyour diet is good for you. Studies have shown that eating seafood twice a week can reduce the risk ofheart disease by 50 percent. Virginia’s soft-shell crab, like other seafood, is low in fat and calories, and a good source of protein and the cholesterolfighting fatty acid Omega-3. While soft-shell crabs are available fresh only about six months out ofthe year, they freeze well and frozen softshells can be found year*round. For more information about Virginia’s soft-shell and blue crabs, send a self-ad­ dressed, stamped business size envelope to: Virginia Blue Crab Recipes, Virginia Marine Products Board, 554 Denbigh Boulevard, Suite B, Newport News, VA 23602. Virginia is the nation’s third largest producer of seafood and the largest on the east coast. Visit the Virginia Seafood web site at www. state.va. us/~vdacs/seafood. htm or call (757) 874-FISH. Credit Card Overload? Bankruptcy? Self-Employed? Assaa Direct rec Lender, en er,weo we offer the Lowest Interest Rates on Home Mortgages. 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Nashville DPW Maple Valley High School Alternative Education and worked al Goodtime Pizza in Nashville. Brandon enjoyed music. He was preceded in death by his step father, Greg Bumford & grandfather, Carrol Stansbury. Brandon is survived by his mother & step father, Brenda Matthew & Vugteveen of Nashville; father & step mother, Richard & Mary Wells of Charlotte; sisters, Becky Bumford of Nashville, & Crystal Wells of Charlotte; brothers, R.J. Wells of Charlotte & Joseph Vugteveen of Ithaca; & grandparents, Russ Marilyn Misner of Lake Odessa; great grandmothers, va Pennington of Nashville & Elizabeth Stansbury of Bellevue. Funeral Services for Brandon will be held Tuesday, April 13, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. ^Outdoors TommyDocks Maple Valley seventh­ grader Chris Kitchen com­ pleted a series of drawings depicting the Titanic and the people who sailed it He is in Mass Martin’s art class. Be­ cause he has limited use of his arms, he completed the entire project by holding a pencil in his mouth. He said his teacher encouraged him to do the drawings that are displayed in the showcase next to the high school of­ fice. Kitchen enjoys art and plans to take drafting next year. He also has geography, science, math and English. Because he likes to write, he says English is his favorite* subject. Wheeler’s Marine wins award Wheeler’s Marine of Nashville has been selected to receive the 1998 Mercury Marine Customer Satisfac­ tion Award. Wheeler’s Marine is among a select group of Mercury Marine dealers throughout the U.S. to re­ ceive this prestigious recog­ nition for outstanding cus­ tomer satisfaction. Customers are asked to rate their dealers on a number of crite­ ria, including the quality of service work performed and overall satisfaction with the dealership. Those dealers which were rated the highest by their customers have been chosen for the award. “Being selected for the Mercury Marine is a mem­ ber of the nation’s elite deal­ ers,” said George Buckley, president of Mercury Ma­ rine. He further stated that “These award winning Mcr- cury Marine dealers have shown that their customers satisfaction is their number one priority.” Wheeler’s Marine has sold and serviced Mercury out­ boards in Nashville since the company was formed by Vem and Eloise Wheeler in 1951. The business is cur­ rently owned by their son Steve. In addition to Mercury Marine products Wheeler’s Marine also handles several lines of recreational boats. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5" Well Drilling & Repair I I fi Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. 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Thompson; Devils Val-ley by Andre Brink; Waiting by Frank Robinson; Bitter-sweet by Danielle Steel; Here Is My Heart by Michele Hauf. Thanks to Everyone Who came to the Annual Nashville Fire Department Pancake Breakfast. Non Fiction Videos Strong Kids Strong Kids Against Crime, Journey to Per­ mance, Halloween H20, Lethal Weapon 4, Blade, Antz, Mulan. Donations In In memory memory of Leo Marisch by Elinore Graham, I memory of Horace Price In by Robert and Frances Hula, In memory ofClifton Baxter by Mary Baxter, In memory of Howard Johnston by David and Gloria Hummell, Brett and Kate Hummell, Nellie Woodman, Gene and Nancy Hummell. What to Expect When You’re Expecting by Arlene The next afternoon special Eisenberg; What to Expect will be April 21 at 4 p.m.. the First Year by Arlene Norman Porter will be Eisenberg; Adopt Interna- bringing in his rabbit to tional by O. Robin Sweet. show. If weather is right there will be games in the Non Fiction Junior side yard. Basher Five-two by Cap­ The library needs books tain O’Grady, Annie Oakley for its back sale in May. If by Jean Flynn; Bloom’s interested, leave books by Notes by Harold Bloom. back door. Your support is greatly appreciated! Special thanks to Wilsons, Sugar Bush & Kent Oil f and Propane. • Troyer’s Bulk Bacon SAUCE Choice Beef Sizzle steaks coVL cpr* Mix Fresh Spare Pork steak Shoestring Hg! Potatoes $aoo Gal., Bareman Milk 1# Tub, IGA soft Margarine 2/SiflOO ssssssssssmssssss . Corn Flakes Roll, IGA Paper taper $«soo IGA Sirloin steak Country Style ....... Hot cocoa USDA Choice Boneless Fresh Stuffed Bratwurst mats). Paper 32 Oz., IGA 2-Lb., IGA Salad Dressing Grape Jelly Smoo IGA Ph 726-0640 Towels t/Saoo Vermontville Grocery _ . ”ant,~ Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fn.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-04-20.pdf f153296a5c4b8cd937dc79a06cfe35ea PDF Text Text o w oo/oo'f" 1,1,11,1 ,'^nu S;TsCo 5U8BR841R?V ^1 ^STCHU^RCrH s ^T ., HASTING PUB LI C sT l - 5 . 121 S CHU C 2H05 3 1 8 ^ 4 HASTINGS. Mi 4 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 16/April 20, 1999 Vermontville Syrup Festival gets under way Friday by Shawna Hubbarth tional level, and one mem­ There are also new things StaffWriter ber was in in the world lumbeijacking competition. "They will be doing happening with the grand The 59th annual Maple Syrup Festival will get un­ der way this Friday with the usual delights and some new interesting events. Syrup Corporation Presi­ dent Gene Fisher said that the festival will be a mix of old and new. One new event he said be is especially ex­ cited about is the White Pine's Lumbeijack show. Bonnie Laverty, who is chainsaw cutting, ax throw­ ing, cross-cut sawing, pole climbing and wood chop­ ping," said Bonnie. "We are really excited about the show," she said. "They will also be bringing a pool that the fire depart­ ment will fill with 32,000 gallons of water for them to do log rolling." The lumbeijacks have parade on Saturday, said Bonnie. New this year will be a sled dog team, the Grand Rapids Griffins (hockey) and Hoopies (basketball) mas­ cots, and new horse associa­ tions. Winner of the parade theme, "Syrup of the Cen­ tury,” fifth-grader Andrea Szymanski will head the pa­ Laverty said the lumber­ jack group is from Luther. The team consists of four professionals who have events for 15-20 years. There will be six shows Saturday and Sunday (see rade up with Reagan, a Bel­ gian horse. Bonnie said that the pa­ rade has 80 units lined up to march and the procession should last over and hour. schedule), Bonnie said, 25­ 40 minutes each and are clowns on hand that have competed in various compe­ titions at the state and na- east of Maplewood School by the baseball diamond. co-chairing with her bus­ band Russell the grand pa­ rade, agreed the lumbeijack show is highly anticipated. been involved with the free. They will take place There will be a dozen volunteered to come out from the Lansing Sparrow The children's parade during the festival is always a big hit! Emergency Department. Bonnie said this is the third year that they have been giving out parade pro­ grams, and space on the programs can be sold for ad­ vertising which helps pay for certain events at the fes­ tival. "We have had a really good response to the pro­ grams that accompany the parade," she said. "It's really nice because it gives people a chance to read about a unit as it goes by. We usually pass out about 4,000 of them." Arts and crafts will stay strong this year with around 140 booths, said chairperson for 26 years Hildred Peabody. "We will have homemade clothing and purses, wood The festival offers many different musical entertainment. The Thornapple River Boys will be playing at 3:15 p.m. on Saturday. working, painting, needle­ work, baskets and jewelry to name a few. It's a real good show, we have exhibitors from all over the state and Indiana and Ohio. People just come from all over." Peabody said the craft show will be arranged differ­ ently this year as they are working around construction at Maplewood school. The pet costume parade will be featuring new chil­ dren and pets, said chairper­ son Sarah Pierce. Expect to see cats, dogs and rabbits among other animals dressed adorably or hilariously, she said. "This is our third year and it is picking up steam," said Pierce. "It is for ages under 19, and pets with costumes. Some are simple and some are elaborate. Last year there was a boy whose white goat had a black stripe in the middle of its body. It was The American Legion and Nashville Lion's will be serving up tasty pancakes with pure maple syrup on every day of the festival. See festival, page 2 There will be rides for children of all ages to enjoy at the 59th Annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival this weekend. In This Issue • School board candidates file for positions • Alternative education students try ‘fatal vision goggles’ • Area farmers learn more about value added concept • Spring sports preview in this issue �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 20, 1999 - Page 2 Syrup festival, continued from front page The Petting Zoo, put on by the Junior Farmers of Vermontville, will have many little animals to see and enjoy. named Oreo and he called themselves milk and cook­ ies. That one was memo­ rable, the kids get really cre­ ative. The audience has a Michelle Jewell, right, and Hayley Todd will be crowned as this years festival queen and alternate at the festival. They will follow a long line of young woman ball." There are cash prizes. Pierce said that there is still time to register for the event by calling her at 726- 6901 Thornapple Road Nashville, MI 49073 Sewing, Alterations, Designs & Upholstery Service k Debra Allen Designer (517) 852-9285/ 0431. Pierce is also supervising the Vermontville Junior Farmers 4-H Club petting zoo on Saturday, which will be located in the Maple Manor Bam. There will be rabbits, sheep, calves, birds, chickens and ducks. "Once in a while we get something more exotic like a pot bellied pig and exotic birds," Pierce said. "There are 45 kids in the club and they work in shifts. It has been a popular event. It benefits those coming through, but it also benefits the 4-H club kids, as many who have been chosen for the honor. of them are showing ani­ mals they will show later at fair. So they learn bow to answer questions about their animals." Pierce said the zoo is free though donations are ac­ cepted. The petting zoo runs in conjunction with a 4-H bake sale with cookies and muffins. Pierce said the zoo has been a part of festival for over 25 years. At one time there was a absence of the zoo because of lack of a bam but she said the public really demanded it back and it resumed. Another favorite event, a test of strength, is the arm wrestling competition. Chairperson Greg Hoefler said that last year there were 73 participants. Signups go on during the day of the event, Sunday. The event, he said, is for all ages and is broken up into four categories for the men: heavyweight, 200 lbs. or more; mid-heavy, 175­ 199 lbs.; mid-weight, 150 lbs. to 174, and lightweight, 149 lbs. and under. "We try to have a round with some type of enter­ tainment in between," said Hoefler. "The person keeps wresting when they keep winning and sometimes a person might have to wres­ tle five times and that can get tough so we try to give them a break." "It's usually a popular event," he said. "M-C Auto Repair and Towing sponsors Continued next page CotuytcduCatioHS on your... 59th Annual Maple Syrup Festival Carl’s Supermarket �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 20, 1999 - Page 3 Future." The parade is chaired by Gene and Mary Fisher who will also be presented with the 1999 Honored Citizen Award. 1998 Syrup Queen Andrea Mace will crown 1999 products can be purchased at the Maple Manor. She said she has been working hard on creating the products. Whatever events one chooses to attend, there is something for everyone at the festival. Gene Fisher sums it up: "Each year it gets bigger and queen Michelle Jewel and al­ ternate queen Hayley Todd will be on hand. Just some of the music featured this year will in­ clude the Maple Valley Jazz Band, directed by Dennis Vanderhoeff, and the Ionia- Maple Valley Community Band directed by Andrew Mac Farland. Other bands will include: the Glen Erin Bagpipe Band, Lansing ing money in sawdust. The games take place Sunday. Opening the festival up Gearhart will be on hand at Reynolds said the children on Friday will be the Talent Show. Chairperson Don out the festival giving tours Rasey said that usually the and talking about the pro­ cess of making maple prod­ national level and bill themselves as a “family oriented show." They will also be on hand to answer questions after each show. From previous page this year. Director Bill Reynolds said that instead of the event and winners get trophies and maple syrup. the usual barbershop skits, over Detroit, Battle Creek and other places." "People get really into it," said Hoefler who has chaired the event for 14 years. "They pick their side and cheer." Expect to be entertained in a new way by the Revue r Attention Kmart Shoppers In Kmart's April 18, 1999 weekly ad circular, on page 27 the Act II Supreme popcorn is shown in error. This product is not available for pro­ motion. The correct item on sale is Act II4 pack soft pretzels on sale 2 for $3.00. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our customers. Dixie the upcoming play "Cin­ derella." The show is en­ tirely acted by children. A highly anticipated new event this year will be the White Pines Lumberjack show. The White Pines Lumberjacks compete professionally at the state and We get competitors from all Ramblers Band, Acappela Singers and the Dutch Dancers. Throughout the festival the American Legion and Nashville Lions Club will be serving pancakes with that oh so yummy pure maple syrup and local pro­ ducers will be on hand to of­ fer samples of some of this year's syrup. has been known to get splattered in the fun. He said there will also be the children's game of hid­ there will be scenes from range from second to eighth grade. "Every cast part is show has over 30 contes­ tants. The show features singing, dancing and gym­ nastics, vocal and instru­ filled by children, the only adults are behind the scenes," he said. The Revue won first place for parade float last year, and mental. "It can be individual or this year the float will fea­ group," explained Rasey. "It ture a melody of songs from the recently performed mu­ sical "Oklahoma!” Chairperson of games, Merle Martin, said there involves pretty much any talent. We had one young fellow that wrote a poem and recited it two years ago." will be the egg toss, and a tractor pull for kids ages 4­ The winners receive mon­ He said the egg toss usu­ ally uses up to 18 dozen eggs and things get a bit "sticky." Even the crowd takes the them samples," said Tara. 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Vermontville is gearing up for the annual syrup festival, which is set to take place this weekend and "They color and then they by Shawna Hubbarth Schedule ofEvents StaffWriter paint over top of it," Wilde many events are scheduled. Following is the schedule April showers bring May explained. "They were really for the 1999 Vermontville Syrup festival: saying creative. They colored fish, trees, kites and rainbows, third among other things. One did butterflies. They turned out flowers... so goes. Tammy Wilde's the grade class at Fuller ex­ really panded on that idea by creat­ ing art projects based on completing the sentence "Raindrops bring..." because neat Friday, April 23 4 p.m. Friday Night Special offered by Crown Amusements. Pay $10 and ride unlimited rides. 4-8 p.m. American Legion and Nashville Lions will serve pancakes at the Legion Hall. the 6:30 p.m. Official opening greeting, invocation, crayon resisting has the neat effect of leaving drips on the and introductions. • raindrops bring. These draw­ paper, and that of course went with the theme." Wilde said the project was to focus on spring and the ings were cut into the shape of raindrops and the medium seasons. . The artwork is currently serving pancakes. used was called crayon resist. being displayed in the halls of Fuller. 9: 30 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Maple Valley Jazz Band will perform under the direction of Dennis Vanderhoeff. Wilde said that the chil­ dren drew what they though Saturday, April 24 6 a.m. American Legion and Nashville Lions will serve ptmcakes at the Legion Hall. 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. The Band Boosters will be ; .■ 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Arts and Crafts at Maplewood High School. 10: 15 a.m.-11 a.m. lonia/Maple Valley . Community Band will perform under the direction of School board candidates file The deadl ine for can d idates to file for school board posi­ tions was 4 p.m. Monday, April 12, and Maple Valley FREE KID SHOW SERIES “WIZARD OF OZ” (PG) SAT/SUN 11:00 AM appears to have a quiet elec­ tion ahead, on Monday, June 14. There will be no contests in the Maple Valley district. Board President Michael Callton and Andrew Mac Farland. 11 a.m. Children’s Parade will take place with the theme of “Maple Syrup- Past, Present, and Future.” Crowning and Presentation of Queen and Alternate will take place April showers bring May flowers! Students in Tammy Wilde's class hold their raindrop projects. Front row, left, Jorden Hewlett, Shyanne Mays. Back row, left, Tim Keeler, Jarrod Schaffer, and Dusty Olmstead. 11: 45 a.m.Dutch Dancers. 12 p.m. Glen Erin Bagpipe Band. 12: 30 p.m. Lansing Ramblers Dixie Band. 2 p.m. Grand Parade takes place with the theme of “Syrup of the Century” with Grand Marshals Mary and Eugene Fisher. 3:15 p.m.-4:15 p.m. Thornapple River Boys will be performing. 3: 30 incumbent p.m., & 5 6:30 p.m. White Pine’s Lumberjack Show. Timothy James filed for the two open four-year seats. 4: 15 p.m. Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull. THE MATRIX (R) James was appointed to his post in July 1996 to succeed Roger Green and subse­ Sunday, April 25 6 a.m.-3p.m. American Legion and Nashville 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU (PG-13) DIGITAL quently was elected in 1997 to fill out the remainder of Green's term. Club. Also on the ballot will be David Favre, who was ap­ 7:30 a.m.-l:30 p.m. Pancakes will be served by the Maple Valley Band Boosters. pointed to replace Cindy Grant earlier this year. If he School. is elected, he will serve a 11 a.m. Church Services at the Mthodist Church, Congregational Church, Vermontville Bible Church, FORCE OF NATURE (PG-13) TUES -12:30,2:40,5:00,7:20,9:30; WED / THURS 5:00,7:20,9:30 DIGITAL TUES * 11:40,2:10,4:40,7:10,9:40; WED / THURS-4:40,7:10,9:40 TUES -1:00,3:00,5:25,7:15,9:15 WED I THURS * 5:25,7:15,9:15 OUT OF TOWNERS (PG-13) TUES -12:40,2:50,5:10,7:25,9:20; WED / THURS * 5:10,7:25,9:20 PcOUPOn”>*WHhTNsAdni RdcdTvd a?.."! I FREE 46 OZ. POPCORN! । (Mm/td । Mm/tdty tywUne. wUne.not notM0L) M0L) 11 |w coifon/MM Coupon cvra 541-0 *0IV) t Hit our web site at www.gqtl.com Lions will serve pancakes at the Legion Hall. Starting at 11 a.m. BBQ chicken at the Lions / 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Arts & Crafts at Maplewood three-year term. and Grace Community Church. 12 p.m. Sunday afternoon special ■ 111 III 11111 by Crown Amusements with six hours of rides for $10. 12 p.m.-l:30 p.m. A Capella Singers. 12 p.m., 2 & 3:30 p.m. White Pine’s Lumberjack Show. 1:30 p.m. Arm Wrestling. These students in Clara Arvizu's third grade class at Fuller have passed all of their difficult multiplication tests for the year. Front row, left, Courtney Ahrens, Jacob Furion. Back row, left, Deven Meade, Tyler Tefft, Nate Hale, Ethan Griswold. Absent is Megan Howard. ’S J I CHERYL HAIR SHOP & ft ft CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI Lawn & Garden We have “No Problem saving you money hen you insure both your car and home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money! 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Main, Vermontville Phone 726-1518 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 20, 1999 - Page 5 Callton wins MASB recognition Justin King, executive di­ tricts,” explained King, “lo­ rector of the Michigan Asso­ ciation of School Boards, has announced that Mike Callton, president of the Maple Valley Board of Edu­ cally elected school trustees also need to be lifelong learners regarding education cation earned the MASB’s “Award of Merit” by participtaing in leadership train­ ing and providing service tothe community. “Like students in their dis- issues and challenges facing public schools today.” The MASB offers classes, seminars and workshops year-round across the state to serve board members’s needs. Though attendance is optional, most sessions are well attended by state school leaders who are. anxious to stay up to date on trends, mandates and education technology. 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Worship .......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... ........... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting .........................7 p.m. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............ 11 a.m. Evening Worship......................6 p.m. W.ednesday Family Night Service ................ 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. .11 a.m. Church School ................... 0 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZAREHE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR RANDY SMITH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School ,............................ 10 A.M. Service............................... 11:15 P.M. Service ...........6 p.m, . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W orship 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church. Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone:(517)852-9228 . NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy..on Mulliken Road Church Service .................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............................... 10 a Fellowship Time . ..;. ,10:30 a.m. Adult Class ........................ 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway ; and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. ■Worship ...................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.....................6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH HORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service................ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located oh the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ............11:15 a m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 . QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 1 a.m. S.unday Schoo Worship........... PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 " ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer..................... a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1926 Prayer Book used at all services, For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening........... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School ................... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service........... 7 p.m. AWANA................ 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 20, 1999 — Page 6 Alternative ed students try ‘fatal vision’ goggles by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Maple Valley Alternative Education students learned just how much alcohol could affect their motor skills last week during a presentation given by Barry County School Liaison Of­ ficer Dar Leaf and Mickey Cousino from the Barry County chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving. After watching a video on the dangers of driving drunk, students had the chance to put on special "fatal vision goggles" that simulate drunkenness. Leaf said the including a night vision goggles. Principal and teacher Tate Mix was first to try the goggles on in front of the students. He reminded the kids not to be too hard on him, as be hasn't drank in goggles were very accurate and expensive. There were three different level goggles, years. Continued next page This student almost falls over trying to walk the line. "This really made me think twice about drinking and driving," she said after the test. Principal/ Teacher Tate Mix laughs as he tries to walk the line after wearing fatal vision goggles. The goggles are meant to simulate different levels of alcohol intoxication. B.J. Tobias unsteadily walks the line wearing the pair of night vision goggles. Although Tobias said he thought he did okay, School Liaison Officer Dar Leaf said he would have been off to jail because of his performance if the test was "real life." 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Sherman St. Nashville, MI 49073 (517)852-950° �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 20, 1999 — Page 7 From previous page Mix stumbled around try­ ing bis best to walk the line on the ground heel to toe. Leaf said he would have been off to jail if the sce­ nario was real. "Whoa!" said Mix. "All I can say is that these really work!" The students laughed. That is, until they them­ selves tried the goggles on, tried to walk the line and also failed miserably. "This really makes me thing twice about drunk driving," said one student. "You can see how dangerous it would be and how un­ steady you are." Student B.J. Tobias said that though he felt he did an okay job on walking the line that it made him think about the dangers of driving drunk. Other students commented on how idiotic an intoxi­ cated person must look as fellow students clumsily tried to walk. Leaf also talked to the students after watching the video about drunk driving. He said that many times the focus is on those who are killed in a drunk driving ac­ cident, but not enough at­ tention is placed on those that are permanently maimed or in a wheelchair for life because of an acci­ dent. "It can get pretty gory on the scene of an accident," he said. "I know one guy who has to drink out of a straw because of an accident," he told the students. Assembly of God Bible Quizzers win competition Nashville Assembly of God Junior Bible Quizzers (JBQ) teams recently took first and third place at the Southwest section level and went on to win first place in every category at the Michi­ gan regional competition, and eighth in state competi­ tion. The JBQ team is coached by Dale and Roberta Thompson. The team stud­ ies such things as the mem­ orization of basic Bible doc- trine to several passages of scripture. Questions such as "who was the first man and woman," to "quote the two verses of First Thessaloni­ ans in which Paul describes the rapture of the church” must be answered exactly. The quizzers are Tom Miller Audrey Branham, Mary Jewell, Ethan Angus, Amanda Morehouse, Christina Piper, Brittany Thayer and Ashley Piper. The Nashville Assembly of God JBQ Team, back row from left, Audrey Branham, and Tom Miller. Front row from left, Brittany Thayler, Ashley Piper, Amanda Morehouse, Christina Piper, and Ethan Angus. School Lunch Menu Audrey Branham sits in front of her many Junior Bible Quiz awards. Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, April 21 Hot dog, carrot sticks, pear halves, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, April 22 Pepperoni pizza, whole kernel com, fruit cocktail, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, April 23 No school. No lunched served. Monday, April 26 Taco, carrot sticks, peach­ es, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. 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Central Michigan! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 20,1999 - Page 8 Fourth-graders learn how to use anemometers by Shawns Hubbarth "carried away" with a sci­ school, StaffWriter ence project last week. Students explored the streets and areas around the speed Laura Smith's fourth grade class at Kellogg got measuring with wind homemade anemometers. The anemometers were made from paper cups and cardboard in a windmill type shape. The wind caught the cups and blew them in cir­ cles, said Smith. One of the cups was marked with a big X and wind was measured by the number of rotations the X cup went. Smith said teams of two students went to the comers of Greg and Queen streets, as well as the school yard. "We have been studying the weather, and all the dif­ ferent aspects," said Smith, Michael Chapman holds his homemade anemometer that is used to measure wind speed. 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Friday Night Special Starts 4 p.m Crown Amusements Pay One Price - $10.00 to ride all rides as meny times as you like, 4:00-8:00 p.m .American Legion/Nashville Lions Serve Pancakes at the Legion Hall Saturday, April 24th, 1999 Welcome by Douglas Kelsey Master of Ceremonies for the Weekend 6:00 a.m .Pancakes American Legion/Nashville Lions 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m...................... ...Pancakes Band Boosters 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. ......... ................ .Arts & Crafts Maplewood School 9: 30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m Maple Valley Jazz Band Director: Dennis Vanderhoeff 10: 15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m „.......tonla - Maple Valley Community Band Director. Andrew Mac Farland 11: 00 —.... Children’s Parade Theme: ‘Maple Syrup - Past. Present and Future" Chairmen: Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Fisher Presentation of Queen and Court Queen: Michelle Jewel Alternate: Hayley Todd Crowning of 1999 Queen by 1998 Queen Andrea Mace Presentation of 1999 Honored Citizens Eugene & Mary Fisher 11: 45 .........................Dutch Dancers 12: 00 a.m Glen Erin Bagpipe Band 12:30 p.m Lansing Ramblers Dixie Band ............................... Grand Parade 2: 00 p.m... Parade Theme: “The Syrup of the Century" Parade Chairmen: Russell & Bonnie Laverty Grand Marshals: Eugene & Mary Fisher 3: 15 p.m to 4:15 p.m „..... Thornapple River Boys 3: 30 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m.. ....... White Pine's Lumberjack Show 4: 15 p.m Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull Lions Club 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m Pancakes Band Boosters 10:00 a.m. • 4:00 p.m Arts & Crafts Maplewood School - Program Subject to Change - Church Services 11:00 a.m. Union Church Service: Methodist Church (Rev. Jeff Bowman) . Congregational Church (Rev. Eric Lison) At the Congregational Church -110 S. Main, Vermontville Vermontville Bible Church (Rev. Dan Smith) 250 N. Main, Vermontville Grace Community Church (Rev. Don Roscoe) On the stage on Main St. - In case of rain, at the High School Sunday Afternoon Special 6 Hours of Rides $10.00 12:00 to 1:30 p.m Acappela Singers 12:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m . White Pine's Lumberjack Show 1:30 p.m Introduce Queen & Court .......................................... Arm Wrestling Chairman: Greg Hoefler Sponsored by MC Auto Repair & Towing Pet Costume Parade Chairman: Sarah Pierce Talent Winners, Egg Toss, Other Games Chairman: Merle Martin port. Approved paying the bills in the amount of $103,799.97. Heard a presentation from An­ imal Shelter 2000. Committee reports were given. Committee assignments were made. Voted to do road work that was presented by BCRC with township approval. Chloride application will be done again. Meeting dates for 1999-2000 was voted on. Discussed the Rails to Trails project. Meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley Supervisor Olivia Blakely (left) and Alaina Mater are a two person team, measuring the wind on the school yard at Kellogg. Custom Built Homes By... Woodland Builders Complete Service for... Lot Development, Basement, Well, Septic & Excavating Call Lloyd Root, General Contractor Licensed & Insured #074260 616-367-4393 (101) 12:00 p.m ATTHE OPERA HOUSE . | SATURDAY 12:00 to 2:00 p.m f.. Thornapple Valley Dulcimers 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.mJ5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.The Revue SUNDAY MACE PHARMACY 219 N MAIN STREET NASHVILLE, MI 49073 517-852-0845 FREE Buy 9 Cards Get Your 10th Card Free Up to S3 Value 1 -'00 p.m. to 1:30 p.mJ2:00 p.m. to 2:30 pjn.. The Revue 3.00 p.m.“Foxy Squares’’ Square Dance Demonstration For more information about this year's festival please phone 1 YY S: (517) 726-0394 of fax (517) 726-0859 Sunday, April 25th, 1999 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m ........................................ Pancakes American Legion/Nashville Lions Starting at 11:00 a.m Bar-B-Que Chicken The Producers take pride in bringing you Pure Maple Syrup t Maple Products. 219 North Main St. • Nashville S52-OS45 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday, 9 am to 4 pm Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 20, 1999 - Page 9 Help Wanted Kindergarten round-up called a great success by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter A parent orientation held Tuesday, April 13, was a great success, said Fuller Elementary Principal Bernie Hynes. Soon to be kindergarten students came to the school at night with parents to re- ceive orientation, and a ride by Transportation pervisor Pat Powers. talked with the children bus Su­ He and parents about bus safety. There was also a story hour for the kids. Hynes said 75 parents at­ tended the event "It was story hour and to Engagements Hickey-Kimbel engagement told Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Hickey of Nashville and Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Kimbel of McBain are pleased to an­ nounce the engagement of their children Jody Hickey and Jeremiah Kimbel. Jody is a 1996 graduate of Maple Valley High School. She is currently doing her internship at Community Health Center of Branch County in Coldwater. She will be graduating from Baker College of Owosso in June 1999 with a degree in Radiologic Technology. Jeremiah is a 1995 graduate of McBain High School and a 1998 graduate of Baker College of Owosso with a degree in Architecture and Construction Technol­ ogy. He is currently em- FULL-TIME HELP IN ADULT FOSTER CARE, update the parents on kindergarten round-up," she said. "It went really well, we had a big turnout. I felt better about it than any in the past years." 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Hayley Todd Recreation Nancy’s Beauty Shop FISH FOR STOCKING: Gi­ Without Edith The Festival for many . Will be different this year There will be a big void A cause to shed a tear. Just one of many markers Of the loss that we all share. A time we once would celebrate With Edith - who now is not there. It’s sad to think of all the people Who won’t get a chance to say “Oh Hey, there’s Edith” and run and hug her As she sends her smile their way. To talk and talk and reminisce Of the old times and the new. To have her tell her stories And listen to yours too. Always there year after year To catch up on old friends. To give her love and hugs and smile To decades of their kin. She proudly boasted of us kids and grandkids You didn’t have to ask. She would go down through the list Which was becoming quite a task. A strong pillar, much like a tree From which her love pours out. A clear honest sweet love Not unlike the sap out of a spout. 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She was death Albert Ezra Gospel preceded her by in husband, Conklin on June 10, 1980. She is survived by her sons, five Russell Haven, (Donna) Conklin Stanwood; six Dwight & Philip (Charlotte) Conklin of Charlotte, Albert Gareth of daughters, Edna Conklin,. Janet Conklin, Karen (Marshall) Hardin, Virginia Gates. She was a the Conklin of Hastings, Sidney (Joyce) Conklin of Garvey, Edith (Patrick) all of Hastings, Winegar of Charlotte, Lucy Blackmon of Brewton, Alabama; 19 grandchildren; 25 great Drug nieces. from 1962 Mrs. & after ten years of service. Services for were held 15, 1999 Conard Thursday, April Elmer W. She married Funeral Conard on September 27, at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte. Reverend death on June 1, 1987. She was also preceded in officiated. Catherine (Green) Ward and death by her parents; brother, Allen Leslie Ward Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions had been a lifelong Eaton (killed in World War II) in County, Michigan. The family will receive County resident. 1945 visitors Tuesday, April 20, of 1999 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. School & 7:00-9:00 p.m. Charlotte 21, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. at Chester Gospel Church with Reverend Marc Livingston officiating. Interment will be Union If Cemetery, County, Eaton the daughter of Worth A. and in Barry memorial desired, Mrs. Conard was bom in Vermontville Township, contributions may be made She was a 1936 graduate High Vermontville and 1938. since resident had been the former She employed by a been had Beaudin Ruby sisters, and 1997 in and Myrtle Stillwell in 1998. Mrs. Conard is survived by her daughter, Mary Alice (Allen) Williams of and Charlotte Edna Fleming Interment was in Maple may be to made the American Cancer Society, American Association Heart the or. American Disabled Veterans. several to Chester Gospel Church for the Mission Fund. Rena Gates. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, April Home, Charlotte. Arrangements were prepared by Pray Funeral James Leroy Brown GRAND Mr. HAVEN - James Leroy Brown, NOTICE son of LD and Cassell (Smith) M. Marguerite passed away Tuesday, April 13, 1999 at his Brown. residence at the age of 55. on November 16, 1991. He was bom September 1943 in Lansing, the 10, He married Beverly Ann Brown Mr. was Herman- at employed Miller. He was an active Rena Mae Halsey CHARLOTTE - Rena Mae Halsey, Charlotte, age 86, passed of away Friday, April 16, 1999. Mrs. Halsey was bom August 21, 1912 in Fulton County, Ohio, the daughter of Clair “Ted” and Mabie Scott. She was a preceded was She death husband, her by in Elmer Halsey in 1987. sons, her by Stanley Charlotte, member of Church, Widows Club and (Geraldine) Halsey (Helen) Charlotte, of Charles Halsey of Stephen (Jane) Halsey of daughter, Rebecca Charlotte; Saylor of Vermontville; several step­ brothers t^^^^Welcome to Our nine x Mrs. for were held Monday, April 19, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home. Jeff Bowman officiated. 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EOE You deserve to be on a winning team. Don’t you? �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 20,1999 - Page 11 Area farmers learn more about value added concept by Shawna Hubbarth day (April 12) in Nashville. County) and Dennis Pen­ StaffWriter The group met at Good Time Pizza for three hours of lunch and talk on topics of how to increase farm profits. Agricultural agents George Silva (Eaton nington (Barry County) co­ About 20 farmers from A Barry and Eaton counties showed up at the first Value Added Innovative Farmer's Kickoff meeting last Mon*111 state to promote added concept Mobile Homes FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several ABANDONED REPO - Bank banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. REPO: MUST SELL will look TIRED OF RENTING? Own your own 2 bedroom mobile home in trailer park in Lake Odessa. $2,500. OBO. 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The meet­ ing dates are as follows: 01 October 6, 1999 May 5, 1999 November 3, 1999 June 2, 1999 December 1,1999 said he that will serve as a forum for these issues. The guest speaker for the day was Jim Lecureux, value added coordinator for Michigan. "We are trying to develop local leadership and also get a group together of inter­ ested people to brainstorm ideas," said Pennington. "We have this meeting, and ntostart A three in one program of Late Model Stocks, Sportsmans and Super Stocks will kick off the 1999 season April 24 Saturday, at the Berlin July 7, 1999 January 5, 2000 its February 2, 2000 excitement and will host September 1, 1999 March 1,2000 triple header cards every Saturday through Labor 49th Day. Bob season Holley, of of Gun Lake, will attempt to make it four titles in a row at the head of the Late Model Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk class. The Berlin Raceway is located five miles west of 915 Reed St. P.O. Box 679 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-9479 or (517) 852-9193 100 Grand Rapids on interstate 96 expressway at Marne, exit 23. Gates open April 24 and on racing event FOR SALE days at 1 p.m., practice begins at 2 p.m., time trials are at 4 p.m. and the first preliminary race is set for 7 p.m. SSi Wi^ i MP M n«r «r The Village of Nashville is now taking bids on a 1977 C-65 5-YARD DUMP TRUCK, with under body and front plow. Minimum bid accepted is $3,500. Send all bids to the Village of Nashville, 206 N. Main, PO Box 587, Nashville, Ml 490.73, by April 21, . 1999. to up meeting in which we will be developing a core curriculum. Following that there will be a trip to Red River Valley Region in Minnesota and North Dakota to meet with farmers and co-ops to learn what they are doing successfully and to develop contacts." Pennington said he is ex­ cited about the grant. "I think value added has a lot of potential to increase farm income, any time we can do that,and it's good." BIDS ARE NOW BEING TAKEN ON: SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT IN THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE For specific information, contact Scott Decker at 852-9571. All bids must be turned in to the Nashville Village Office at 206 N. Main by 5:00 p.m. on May 10, 1999. The Village of Nashville .has the right to reject any or all bids. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk new season April 24 August 4, 1999 Castleton Township Clerk. ways of farms through innovative methods. The paved, one-half mile Marne oval, is celebrating Castleton Township will provide necessary and about tiate or develop a core group — a self directed work team Raceway. reasonable aids and services to the disabled and hearing impaired upon five days notice to the talked increase the profitability er CASTLETON TOWNSHIP April 7, 1999 He hopes the meeting will ini­ we will be having a follow- aU (Ml the value said Pennington, includes needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. 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VERM'S REPAIR 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, Ml 48897 Phone (616) 367-4544 Summer Hours: Mon. - Fri. 7:30-12:00 and 1:00-5:00; Sat. 7:30­ 12:00; Sun. closed Ionia X Lake Odessa • M-50 Lansing JS M-43 Hastings / Woodland Rd ^J|coillRd Coats Grove Rd Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. April 20, 1999 - Page 12 Dune buggy show to invade the Expo Center Jim Whelpley envisions this year's fourth annual Dune Buggy Show and Swap Meet being not only bigger... but better. For starters, the Sunday, June 6 event moves from its former Charlton Park location to its new accommodating home at the Barry County Expo Center. "We're hoping that it will be bigger and better," Whelpley said. "There’s more room and there will be more exposure. We hope between that and the newspapers, that it will get bigger." Times for the event are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Barry County Expo Center is located five miles north of Hastings on M-37. In the first three year's of the area dune buggy spectacular, an average of 50 show cars made their way to the event. The show cars include mostly dune buggys, but also some Volkswagon mobiles as well. Whelpley said the fascination with buggys only seems to be picking up steam. "There is a interest in this Whelpley said. getting more and larger area," "It is more popular. The show helps to bring others together with an association with the buggys." Participants and spectators have come to the Barry County buggy event from places like Jackson, Detroit, Grass Lake, Ludington, Indiana, Ohio and Illinois. Last year, the champion of the dragster class came from Illinois. The following classes will be included in the show: daily drivers (original bugs), off road (off road bugs), tubs (fiberglass types from 1960s and 1970s, dragsters Maple Valley girls earn medals at Portland The Maple Valley girls track team traveled to Portland Saturday, April 17 and placed fourth out of 11 schools. The Lady Lions gained medals that were awarded to the top five finishers in each event. Erica Krolik was second in the discus with a throw of 101-8. Krolik also placed second in the shot put with a throw of 35-8. In the high jump, Carley Spitzley and Sarah Cook tied for fourth and fifth with leaps of 4-6. In the running events, Bethany Poyer placed fourth in the 100 in 13.7. The 800 relay team of Alesia VanEngen, Terilyn Van Order, Krolik, and Poyer placed first with a clocking of 1:55. VanEngen, Jessica Ripley, Krolik and Eberly were third in the Raider Relay with a time of 8:50, the 400 squad of VanOrder, VanEngen, Krolik and Poyer were second in 54 seconds, VanEngen was fourth in the 200 in 28.4, Eberly was fourth in the 800 in 2:36, Cassady Murphy and Hayley Todd were fourth and fifth in the 3200 with times of 14:03 and 14:04 and the 1600 relay team of Eberly, Ripley, Poyer and VanOrder finished third in 4:32. 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Prizes will be handed out to the Best Engine (extremes like paint and chrome), Most Original (from Daily Driver, Stocks class), Best Paint (murals), Used and Abused (usually goes to lowest score), Peoples Choice (voted on by spectators), Promoters Choice (voted on by Whelpley) and the M.S.B.A. Choice (the Michigan Sports Buggy Association favorite). The Dune Buggy Show and Swap Meet obviously includes a swap meet a spot where owners can look for those needed parts they might not tend to find around home. Whelpley said he has received some great help organizing this year's event. The list of contributors includes Jim and Nancy Wait from Hastings, his wife Cindy Whelpley and Wally and Karen Krumm from Charlotte. One nice thing about having the show at the Expo Center is there is plenty of room for campers. There will also be concession wagons on the grounds. "We hope to bring more people from out of town," Whelpley said. "If it gets more people in there; that's great." Sponsors consist of Barry Automotive, Appletree Automotive, Tires-R-Us, McDonalds of Hastings, the Gilmour Car Museum, Country Buggy, the Michigan Sport Buggy Association and Walker Concessions. Swap meet sponsors are Parkview Motel, B-B-S's EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP • Residential • Commercial Application Options • Farm Financing Options • Home equity loans, including 100% to 125% loan-to-home value financing • Special financing programs for “less than perfect” credit history . *5 through 30-year fixed rate loans • Variety of adjustable rate mortgages (ARM’S) M PMC MORTGAGE COMPANY Call today for your FREE CONSULTATION We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Call Toll Free Today 1-888-261-8936 4635 44th Street, SE • Grand Rapids, Ml 49512 • 616-957-2225 arrive. "Yes, we're moving into Child abuse charges sought against father Police are seeking third degree child abuse charges against a 36-year-old Nashville man accused of punching his young son in the stomach and kicking his leg on March 15, according to a report by the Barry County Sheriffs Depart­ ment. According to police, the boy said he had pulled his sister's hair at a hockey game and as punishment, his father grabbed him by' the neck and pulled his hair. The next day as the man was taking the boy to his mother's home when the boy said his dad pulled the truck over to the side of M­ 79 west of Nashville and punched and kicked him. Reward offered in theft The owner of a 16-foo. black, tool trailer, bearing the name "Clough Con­ struction," taken from a home building site in Castleton Township be­ tween 4 p.m. Monday, April 5, and 10 a.m. Tues­ day, April 6, is offering a reward for information lead­ ing to the recovery of the trailer. Trooper Bill Arndt said the enclosed trailer contained nearly $20,000 worth of tools when unknown sub­ jects apparently hooked it up to a vehicle and hauled it away from the site on State Road near M-66. Some of the missing tools are a generator, air compressor with nail guns, saws, drills (both electric and cordless) and general construction type tools, Arndt said. The trailer had a 16-foot extension ladder on the top and a 24-foot aluminum pick when it was stolen. The 1997 trailer is a Souttrwest brand, said Arndt, and has a Michigan license plate bearing the numbers 6847A9. Anyone with information is asked to contact Arndt or Trooper Mike Greenwood at 948-8283 or Silent Observer at 1-800-310-9031. CENA POOL $11.50/hour This position allows for flexible hours with no benefit package. Apply in person at Thornapple Manor. CENA • WEEKEND ONLY If you would like your week days free for another job or school, this may be the position for you. No benefit package is available for this position. Apply in person at Thornapple Manor. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Expert Advise • Same Day Approval • Fast Closings SSS Shoe .& Leather Repair, G & K Party Store, Maple Valley Implement, Inc., La Mar Cottages, Thomapple Printing, Inc., Bill Seif Chevrolet-Buick and Sherman Street Auto Parts. Gate admission is $3 and kids 12 and under are free. Whelpley says he, and many other buggy fans, can't wait for June 6 to SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS ...And Respond With The Right Solution. • No income verification loans • Limited or no documentation programs available • Proven solutions for bankruptcies, credit history challenges, etc. a larger area with more access," Whelpley said. "This is going to be the biggest of the four; we're going to continue to do it until someone gives us a reason not to." For more information, call Jim's Buggy Parts at (517) 852-9595. Jim’s Buggy Parts is located at 3602 Curtis Road in Nashville. The web site to look up information on the buggy show is www.mvcc.com/bu/jbparts. (517)726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE CENA - PART-TIME This position offers paid time off, medical/dental benefits, retirement plan, and a challenging role. Apply in person at Thornapple Manor, 2700 Nashville Road, . Hastings, MI 49058. EOE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 20,1999- Page 13 These AREA MERCHANTS ® Support The Lions Year Around.., Lets Support These Merchants! Vermontville Grocery & Fresh Meat Market Diana's Place -; 10030 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville Good Time Pizza Nashville Hardware 501 N. Main, Nashville 726-0640 852-9481 233 N. Main, Nashville Tobias Insurance Agency Kent Oil & Propane Hamlin's Quik Stop .109 N. Main, Nashville M-66 at S. Village Limits, Nashvill& Vermontville 852-2005 852-9210 726-1312 Maple Valley Chapel Powers Service " 204 N. 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Nashvilje 726-0589 852-9500 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 20,1999 - Page 14 (SPRING SPORTS PREVIEW ) Home track should give Lions inspiration It's back to the track for Maple Valley High School's thinclads who hope to set higher marks in 1999. The Lions will host five meets on their track this spring including the Eaton County event Saturday May 1 beginning at 10 a.m. Today M.V. serves as host to SMAA foes Leslie and Morrice at 4:30. Other home meets are against Dansville and Webberville Tuesday, April 27, Lansing Christian and Olivet Tuesday, May 4 and Bellevue and St. Philip Tuesday, May 11. A number of Maple Valley's athletes prepared for the spring by taking part in indoor meets during the off­ season. One who benefitted from the experiences was pole vaulter Becky Wilson. Wilson was second at last year's Barry County Meet in the girls' pole vault, clearing 7-6. Erica Krolik also returns to the girls squad. Krolik was third in the shot put at the Barry County Meet with a 32-01 effort Cristina Desrochers, Hayley Todd, Cassady Murphy, Carrisa Keasler, Heidi Eberly, Andrea Mace, Bethany Poyer and Sarah Cook are just a few of the returning Lady Lions who have provided points for the program. Troy Sloan, like Wilson, gained from his post-season experiences running indoor track. Other standouts on the boys team includes Lee Gould, Brandon Phenix, Dave Taylor, Dennis Maple Valley's girls track team includes Gwen McDougal, Carissa Keasler, Cary Spitzley, Jesika Garn, Sarah Cook, Jessica Ripley, Terilyn VanOrder, Kristy Sealy, Hayley Todd, Becky Wilson, Cassady Murphy, Jessica Lesage, Miranda Farr, Aleisia VanEngen, Cristina Desrochers, Erica Krolik, Heidi Eberly, Andrea Mace and Bethany Poyer. cobb MH Mfcg s fepWj Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service H , 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. ‘ Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 The boys track team includes (front row, from left) Ken Rhodes, Dennis Rodeman, Lee Gould, Brandon Phenix, Dave Taylor, Jake Goodner; (back row) Josh Pierce, Ken Hayes, Ben Hester, Troy Sloan, Ryan Emerick, Tim Wawiernia, Andy Ewing, Justin Sealy, Marc Bush and Brian Burt. Rodeman, Justin Sealy, Marc Bush and Brandon Burt. Maple Valley's girls defeated Pennfield last Thursday 95-38, but lost the boys meet 91-42. Winners for the girls were Jessica Cook and Carly Spitzley in the pole vault (7-6), Krolik in the shot put (34-2), Krolik in the discus (104-0), the 3200 relay team of Carissa Keasler, Cristina Desrochers, Cassady Murphy, Hayley Todd (13:10), the 800 relay team of Aleisha VanEngen, Terilyn VanOrder, Krolik and Bethany Poyer (1:57.5), Murphy in the 1600 (6:56.4), the 400 relay team of VanEngen, Cook, Eberly and Spizley (1:03), VanOrder in the 400 (1:08.3), Eberly in the 800 (2:43.3), Gwen McDougal in the 3200 (18:51) and the 1600 relay team of Eberly, Jessica Ripley, Poyer and VanOrder (4:58.6). Taking firsts for the boys versus Pennfield were Rodeman in the pole vault (8-0), Sloan in the long jump (18-2), the 3200 relay Continued next page �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 20, 1999 - Page 15 Varsity baseball to face tough slate this spring The Lad*^y Lion’s'varsity softball sAqudad inKcludPes' AClexish SSmtith*, B Dawn STpeXars Andrea Andrea KrePs' KrePs' Coach Coach Stev* Stev* BoggerTXmy BoggerTXmy P«nn?nn*^er<;W «nn?nn*^er<;W’ ’ Knr,n Knr,n rS ' J ue G®arin’ Em,'y Aspinall, Lindsay Pettengill, Coach Chris Ricketts, Lauren Hansbarger, Kimberly Knoll, Leslie Grant and Jamie Root. Lady Lions aim to improve on softball diamond Hl |]gjj lllljlj il III ffl WfcWfWH a n ill ft W. ink Mil i H The Lady Lions varsity softball team may experience some growing pains during their '98 campaign, but look for Coach Chris Ricketts' team to improve, especially if the pitching comes around. Maple Valley finished the 1998 campaign with an overall record of 12-16. Key returnees include pitcher Andrea Kreps, Leslie Grant at third, catcher Dawn Spears and shortstop Jennie Begerow. Also look for newcomers like Lindsay Pettengill, Lauren Hansbarger and Amy Pennington to provide immediate impact Ricketts said the team weakness is pitching, but says his team does have the - From previous page » PF ** team of Rodeman, Justin Sealy, Ryan Emerick and Gould (10:06), Phenix in the 100 hurdles (18.5), Phenix in the 300 hurdles (45.09) and Tim Wawiemia in the 200 (24.13). 1999 BOYS and GIRLS TRACK Thursday, April 15 at Pennfield; Saturday, April 17, at Portland Invitational; Tuesday, April 20 Leslie and Morrice; Thursday, April 22, at Eaton Rapids, Albion; Tuesday, April 27 Dansville and Webberville; Saturday, May 1 Eaton County Meet; Tuesday, May 4 Lansing Christian and Olivet; Thursday, May 6, at Lakewood; Tuesday, May 11 Bellevue and St. Philip; Friday, May 14 at Bath Relays; Tuesday, May 18 at SMAA Meet (Olivet); Friday, May 21 Regionals (Bath); Tuesday, May 27 Barry County Meet (Hastings); Tuesday, June 1, Lansing Honor Meet. potential "to improve quickly and be competitive." 1999 VARSITY SOFTBALL Wednesday, April 21, at St. Philip; Monday, April 26 Bellevue (dh); Tuesday, April 27, Bronson (dh); Wednesday, April 28; at Lakewood; Monday, May 3 at Dansville; Wednesday, May 5, Portland St. Pats; Saturday May, 8 at Potterville Invitational; Thursday, May 13 at Olivet; Friday May 14 Pennfield; Monday, May 17, Eaton Rapids; Thursday, May 20 Webberville; Monday, May 24, Morrice; Thursday, May 27 SMAA makeup; Tuesday, June 1, Districts. (dh) - doubleheader Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt says that good attitudes and facing tough competition should help his varsity baseball Lions to improve this spring. Maple Valley's varsity baseball team went 11-17-1 a season ago and was 6-6 in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association. Mittelstaedt's squad returns some key players, namely junior Nathan Swift, senior Tyson Vorce and senior Chris Ewing. Swift was an AU-Barry County performer last year with a .301 batting average, 25 hits and 18 RBI. Swift will see action at shortstop, thirdbase and on the mound, but currently is out of action due to a hurt shoulder. Vorce also was a big force to be reckoned with in the Lions' batting lineup last season. He is expected to see time this spring in the outfield. Ewing collected 28 hits, had three dingers and produced 26 RBI last season as a junior. Ewing gives Valley stability in the infield. Key newcomers include junior Ken Lackscheide and sophomore Jacob Cole. Swift is not the only Lion ailing. Mike Meade is out with a broken arm and’ Paul Baird has a sore ankle. A team weakness, according to Mittelstaedt is its inexperience. The Lions have only three returning players from 1998. Maple Valley's squad includes four seniors, seven juniors and one sophomore. The schedule is a tough one for M.V. It includes quality B teams like e Lakewood, Bronson and Hastings. "I’m hoping to be competitive in the league," , Mittelstaedt said. "We also play a lot of B schools and good schools from around die area." Maple Valley lost its two games to Hastings 11-4, 6-1 April 13 at Hastings High School. The Lions had just one error in the two games and had an RBI from Tom Powers in the second game. Some solid defense was also turned in by Steve Shipman and Tyson Vorce. baseball team at Maple Valley High School will appear in an upcoming Maple Valley News. 1999 VARSITY BASEBALL Wednesday, April 21, at St. Philip; Monday, April 26 Bellevue (dh); () Tuesday, y, April 27, Bronson (dh); Wednesday, April 28; at Lakewood; Monday, May 3 at Dansville; Wednesday, y, May 5, Portland St. Pats; Monday, May 10, Lansing Christian; Thursday, May 13, at Olivet; Friday May 14, Pennfield; Monday, May 17, Eaton Rapids; Thursday, May 20, Webberville; Monday, May 24, Morrice; Thursday, May 27, SMAA makeup. (dli) - doubleheadcr • Team Photo Coming Soon: The team photo for the varsity H&L MFG. Assembly Seeking motivated individuals for 2nd shift Piece Rate positions. Earn as much as $10.00 per hour. Long-term employment plus benefits. assembly/molding Apply at 122 Main St., Caledonia, MI Askfor Sue ttPiMILTojy ☆ Landscaping Service HOURS: M OonP.-SaEt. 8N am - 7 pm 55 lb. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 17/April 27, 1999 Weather helps make Maple Syrup Festival ‘sweet’ Smile! was the theme of the Nashville Girl Scouts float in the grand parade. according to organizers. Threatening weather on The 59th annual Ver­ Friday gave way to the sun­ montville Maple Syrup Fes­ shine for Saturday and Sun­ tival was the sweetest yet, day. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Maple Syrup Festival Queen Michelle Jewell (left) and alternate Hayley Todd in the grand parade on the float they designed. Large crowds of people turned out for the festival. The grand parade lasted more than an hour with many ex- See festival, page 7 School board approves computer equipment by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Computer equipment to­ taling around $48,000 was approved for Maple Valley High School at the school board meeting last Monday (April 19). The equipment will go to set up 20 stations in a new computer lab that will be built off the high school li­ brary this summer. About $40,000 of the money comes from the Du­ rant lawsuit settlement in which schools were repaid by the state for not properly funding special education. The board is hoping that the remaining $8,000 will come from an insurance settle­ ment still pending over lightning damage earlier in the year. The computers and equipment will be purchased from Dell Computer. Media Director David An­ derson gave a presentation as an independent study area, and open nights," said An­ derson. In other business at the meeting the board: • Honored Jill Booher as part of Secretaries Week by giving her a potted bouquet of flowers. Board member Allison Avery praised Booher and said,"...You chosen and what he and the technology committee envi­ sion for this new computer "I could not ask for greater support," said Super- lab. are very fortunate (to have you.)" keep us up to task and go on how the company was beyond the call of duty." "We would like to see it intendent Clark Volz. "We Board member Allison Avery presents Jill Booher with a planter to thank her for "going above and beyond" in her work and dedication as a secretary. Superintendent Clark Volz gives Media Director a card of thanks and a Maple Valley pride pin for all his hard work and dedication in securing new computers for the high school. • Read a letter sent to the board by a Boy Scout who was concerned about the in­ cident in the past where a student brought a weapon to school. Volz said he would personally reply to the stu­ dent and reassure him. • Heard reports from the building principals. High school Principal Todd Gonser said Michigan Education Assessment Pro­ gram (MEAP) testing was happening all week. He said the prom will be held May 1, Honors night will be May 17 at 7 p.m. and grad­ uation June 6 at 3 p.m. Alternative Education Principal Tate Mix reported that the alternative ed stu­ dents earned $1,081 toward the group's trip to Chicago from collecting sap this year. "It was a wonderful suc­ cess teaching the kids about teamwork and commit­ ment," he said. He also reported that graduation night will be June 1, with 20 to 25 stu­ dents graduating. • Set a special meeting for Monday, April 26, to dis­ cuss the future use or sale of See school board, pg. 2 In This Issue • Fuller kids learn about good and bad trash • ‘Sound of Music’ family member to visit local church • ‘Star Wars’ books fund-raiser planned at library • Young 5s, K students in new classrooms �The Maple Vatley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 27, 1999 - Page 2 School board, continued from front page • Approved the request for an alternative education stu­ dent trip to Chicago May 20-21. Mix said chaperone ratio will be 1 to 3, and that eligibility for the trip was based on attendance and aca­ demic standards. • Approved an unpaid medical leave to teacher Lacbelle Reist from April 13 until the end of the school year. • Approved unpaid leave to Personal Care Aide Jean Shilton from April 19 until the end of the school year. • Approved staff resigna­ tion from substitute teacher caller Charlie Wawiernia. • Approved up to $1,800 to fix the Vermontville ball field fence that is owned by both the village and district The village also will be paying up to $1,800. Board member David Favre sug­ gested putting a plaque at the field about the partner­ ship. the district's nine portable classrooms, among other topics. Volz brought up die idea ofkeeping a portable at the back of the administra­ tion building to use as meeting space "The FTO could use it, the community could use it, and we could use it as a training facility for the staff,” he said. • Approved two requests to release students to the Battle Creek and Charlotte school districts for this year only. Call 945-9554 to place your ACTIOM • Honored Anderson with a card ofthanks and a Maple Valley Pride Pin for all his hard work in acquiring com­ puter donations and other equipment for the district and all his hard work as head of the Technology Commit­ tee. • Raised substitute teacher wages from $60 per day to $70.50 per day. "We need to stay competi­ tive with other districts," Volz said. • Expelled a high school fanale from school until the next school year on the rec­ ommendation of Gonser. In his recommendation, Gonser said the student at certain times had put other students' safety at risk as well as her own, and the situation has been lose-lose, and repeated. • Approved paying $20,557 to Lansing Sani­ tary Supply and $3,064 to Chem Tech for new clean­ ing equipment Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. henyoubuyyourlifeinsurancefromusthroughAuto- Owners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll save you money. As an independent Auto- Owners agent, we take great interest in you - as well as your home and car. We are specialists in insuring people and the things they own. t/luto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 7^‘Afe PrMm.doflfl*' TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 Vermontville street signs get makeover Vermontville village street signs are being replaced with this new design featuring the new village logo. The signs, said Monte O'Dell (left) are made with reflector letters to spell street names so it is easier to see them in the dark. Tony Wawiernia (right) and O'Dell said the Department of Public Works hoped to get the signs up before Syrup Festival weekend. They said the signs will improve both safety and will look nicer for the village. La Leche League to meet Thursday La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 29, at 5777 Irish Road, Vermontville. The name La Leche is Spanish and means “the milk.” A non-sectarian. non­ profit organization, La Leche League’s purpose is too offer encouragement, in­ formation and support to women wanting to breast­ feed their babies. La Leche League is hold­ ing a series of meetings in the Vermontville area. Dur­ ing meetings, the group in­ formally discusses different phases ofbreastfeeding. The topic for this month’s meet­ ing will be “Nutrition and Weaning.” Call (517) 726­ 1264 for directions. All women who are inter- ested in breastfeeding are in­ vited, as are their babies. The group also has a lending li­ brary with topics on preg­ nancy, childbirth, breast­ feeding, child development, and nutrition. For further in­ formation about La Leche League or help with breast­ feeding call Kathy Othmer I ft at (517) 726-1264. Recreation FISH FOR STOCKING: Gi­ ant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth , Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis’ Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, Mi 49055., 616-628-2056 days., 616-624-6215 evenings. CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner J A 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE POWER AND PLANT ESSENCES LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................. 7 Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a m. Evening Worship........................... 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ........... ...11 a.m. Church School ................ ..10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training Sunday A.M. Worship ............ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship... ...... 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ..... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School. ................. 10 Fellowship time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class.............................. 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School....... ....... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ ..... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ............... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ................ 7 p.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School..... ..... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........ ................. 11 P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Servjpe.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday Schoo ...... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASYOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School................... 10 10a.m. W.orship 11 am. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer yer..................... ........... 9 am (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book Used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part ot the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School....... Church Service....... .... 10 a.m. ..... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 27, 1999 - Page 3 On the Shelf: Janet Porritt fund-raiser set at the Sunfield District Library Former summer librarian Amanda Wells recently performed in an opera duet recital at Western Michigan University, where she is a student. She has been accepted into an opera intern­ ship in Vienna, Austria, and will be traveling there this summer. The library receives and archives area newspapers, which can be viewed on the premises by patrons. The Sunfield Sentinel, Lake­ wood News and Lakewood High School Montage are all on the shelves. Donated videos available to rent for 50 cents each are: Heat, starring Al Pacino, Robert DeNiro and Vai Kilmer; The Doctor, starring William Hurt; True Lies, •starring Arnold Schwarzen­ egger, and No Retreat, No Surrender, starring JeanClaude Van Damme. New books on the shelves, by category, are: Adult Fiction - Nimisha’s Ship is new science fiction from Anne McCaffrey; Bit­ tersweet is new by Danielle Steele as is Vittorio the Vam­ pire, by Anne Rice. Sahara, HASTINGS 4 Free Drink Refills .250 Corn Refills Nar Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ONLY $3.75 Matinees before 6 p.m. Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tues. • $4.00 late Shows O No passes or Tuesday discounts Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View MOVIE GUIDE FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several FREE KID SHOW SERIES " “JACK FROST” ■ by Clive Cussler, and A Toast Before Dying, a Mali Anderson Mystery by Grace F. Edwards, are previously released titles, which were donated. Large Print - Tyler’s Row, by Miss Read, A Grave for Lassiter, by Zane Grey’s son, Loren Zane Grey, and Dry Gulch Trail, by William MacLeod Raine, are all do­ nations. Christian Fiction - West­ ward the Dream, co-written by Judith Pella and Tracy Pe­ terson, is the first book in their new Ribbons West se­ ries; Hawaiian Sunrise, is brand new from Lauraine Snelling. Adult non-fiction Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul, The Budget Gardener; Twice the Garden for Half the Price, by Mau­ reen Gilmer, and Self-Help for Premenstrual Syndrome, by Michelle Harrison, M.D., are new releases. Lake erie Walleye, by Mark Hicks, and How to Catch More Fish Every Time by Capt. MichaeLPeel, ar^ donations. Paperback fiction - Hid­ den Fires is a previous re­ lease by Sandra Brown; Fa­ ther for Keeps, by Ana Sey­ mour, is a brand new Harle­ quin historical romance. Both are donations. banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604, (PG) SAT/SUN 11:00 AM___________ REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604, FORCES OF NATURE (PG-13) ■ TUES -12:30,2:40, 5:00,7:20, 9:30; WED / THURS 5:00,7:20,9:30 THE MATRIX (R) DIGITAL ”TUES-11:40,2:10,4:40,7:10,9:40; TUES-11:40,2:10,4:40,7:10,9 , " ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. Young Adult - The Out­ cast of Redwall, by Brian Jacques, adds to the library’s Redwall collection. The fifth annual Janet Porritt Memorial fundraising event will be held at the Charlotte VFW Friday, May 14, from 8 p.m. to midnight. The event honors the memory of Meadowview School staff member Janet Porritt, a Nashville resident who died of leukemia in 1994. Money raised by this event helps many handicapped stu­ dents throughout the county attend special summer camps. Money is also used to assist handicapped students and their families in Eaton County. The event features a silent auction, 50/50 raffles, fun games, with entertainment. Tickets are $10 each, and can be purchased from Rhonda Neal at the Eaton ISD (543-5500, extension 119), or at the door. Thrift Checking Open an account with just $50.00. After that there’s No Minimum Balance required. This means more money available to you! No per check charge or monthly service charge, so you can write as many as you need. It’s simple to switch to THRIFT CHECKING, and you can direct deposit your Social Security, retirement plan benefits and payroll or government checks to this account. 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Since our beginning back in 1937, Eaton Federal’s philosophy has remained the same. . .serve our communities by offering the best possible products, and give back to our communities by supporting local projects. ✓ This is a non-interest bearing account and there are no requirements to maintain addi­ tional accounts. To everyone for making the “Community Shower for SIREN/Eaton Shelter a huge success. Your generosity is sincerely appreciated! per visit Walk-Ins $15.00 5 Visit Package Eaton Federal $25.00 10 Visit Package $40.00 20 .Visit Package New Tanning Beds ► California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... < 1 < 1 STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 �The Maple Vaftey New*. Nashville Tuesday. April 27,1999 - Page 4 Reva M. Schantz Della Dickinson CHARLOTTE - Della Dickinson, age 66. of Charlotte. passed away Friday. April 23. 1999. Mrs. Dickinson was bom May 16. 1932 in Vermontville, the daughter of Dewey and Ruth (Shetenhelm) Briggs. She married L. Dan Dickinson June 8. 1957 who preceded her in death in 1996. She was employed by Kellogg’s for 37 years, retiring in 1989. She continued as an active member of Kellogg's Retirees 25 Year Club. Call 945-9554 to place your CTION-ad today! She gave tirelessly of henelf to the American Legion Ladies Auxilary Post #42, Meals on Wheels. VFW. and Hayes Green Beach Hospital Volunteer Group. Mrs. Dickinson is survived by her three sisters. Gladys (Vercd) Turk. Betty Venton and Virginia French; brother. Dale (Sue) Briggs; sistersin-law, Madeline Dickinson and ivadean Dickinson. Della was blessed with many loving and can ng nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mrs. Dickinson were held Monday, April 26, 1999 al Pray Funeral Home. Reverend Arthur Salisbury officiated. Interment was in West Carmel Cemetery in Eaton County. Memorial contributions may be made to Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital or Charlotte Public Library. Nashville, Ml 49075 Sewing, Alterations, Designs & Upholstery Service Debra Allen Designer (517)852-9285/ NASHVILLE Mrs. Reva M. Schantz, age 89, of Nashville, went to be with the Lord after a courageous battle with kidney problems on April 22, 1999 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. She was bom February 6, 1910 in Castleton Township ofBarry County on the farm that is now Pleasant Shores Thomapple Lake,, the daughter ofWilliam H. and Dene E. (Gillespie) Cogswell. She was raised in Castleton Township and attended the Lakeview Rural School on Center Road and Hastings High School, graduating on June 17, 1927. Mrs. Schantz began working at State Saving Bank in Nashville as a Bank Clerk on July 1, 1927. The fall of 1928 she was accepted for Barry County Normal Training to become a Rural Teacher, a career she wanted to pursue. She began teaching the fall of 1929 and one of her biggest assignments was at Assyria Center in the early 1940’s. She had 54 pupils from kindergarten to eight grade. This was also when ration cards were given out at the schools because of the war, an added duty for the teacher. While teaching she continued taking classes from Western Michigan University and received her B.S. Degree in 1953. Reva’s teaching career spanned 43 years, retiring on July 1, 19.74, 15 years in the rural schools of Barry and Eaton Counties, and 28 years with Nashville Kellogg Schools (later Maple Valley). In 1965 she became certified for Special Education in the Intermediate Grades. Maple Valley placed her in their first Special Education Room at Maplewood that fall and she retired from there in 1974. Mrs. Schantz married William H. Schantz on June 10, 1931 at the home of Reverend James Westbrook in Middleville. Mrs. Schantz & her husband, William were engaged in farming in Eaton and Barry Counties, moving to the Guy Road farm in Maple Grove Township in 1940. Here they became active in Politics, the Grange, and community activities. Tragedy hit the family in November 1967 when their older son, William Howard Jr. was killed at the railroad crossing on Charlton Park Road just north of M-79. She was a member of the Martin Comers Methodist Church, Michigan Education Association, National State Retired Teachers Association, Barry County Retired School Personnel, Maple Leaf Grange for 57 years, Maple Grove Birthday Club, and had served on the Putnam Library Board. Mrs. Schantz had a light stroke in April 1993, this left her a wheel chair patient. She also had to follow a strict Diabetic diet These have caused her to five up the flowers, baking, cooking, and farm animals that she has always enjoyed. When retiring she joined the Barry County Retired Teachers Association and at their May 1993 meeting she was presented their Distinguished Service Award for her 14 years of work as Treasurer and also their First Historian of the group. Reva was preceded in death by her son, William Howard in 1967; husband, William on October 3, 1985; a brother, Lloyd Cogswell; sister, Carrie Endres; and great granddaughter, Angela Schantz. Mrs. Schantz is survived by her son, Homer of Nashville; brother, George (Edith) Cogswell; sisters, Ruby (Clarence) Curtiss, The Revue Children’s Theatre presents... Cinderella May 7th, 8th, 14th & 15th at 7:C0 PM Tor advance tickets call 616-367 4455. Tickets may be available at the dccr. *5.66 fcr Adults *4.66 fcr Senior Citizens *3.66 fcr Rids 13 years & under Dorothy Wolfe, all of Hastings, Ruth Varney of Nashville, and Greta (Ben) Endres of Lake Odessa; eight grandchildren; deven great grandchildren; one great great granddaughter, many nieces, nephews, & cousins. Funeral Services for Mrs. Schantz were held Monday, April 26, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Michael Schantz & Reverend Lester DeGroot officiated. • Burial took place in Wilcox Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made to the Maple Leaf Grange. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Esther J. Drewyor MARTIN Esther’s life began July 7, 1908 in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of the late George and Minnie Roberts. In 1926 she married Elmer Drewyor and he preceded her in death. Her family remembers their mother as a hard working woman who raised seven kids, and no matter how tired or sick she was, she never complained. They also remember how she taught them to make homemade noodles, bread and rice pudding. Her family includes her children and their spouses, Robert and Barbara Drewyor, Alfred and Donna Drewyor, Josephine and Dick Champion, Mary and Duane Shaver, George and Marion Drewyor; 24 grandchildren; 55 great grandchildren; 16 great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Esther passed away April 21, 1999, in Hastings and was preceded in death by her son, Elmer; her daughter, Kie Smith; a brother, Charles Roberts; a sister, Mabie Brouwer; and a grandson, Eugene Gibson. A Celebration of Life Service was held for Mrs. Drewyor on Saturday, April 24, 1999 at Rupert, Durham, Marshall and Gren funeral Home, Plainwell Chapel with Reverend Dan Minor speaking. Burial followed in the family plot in Oak Hill Cemetery, Orangeville. Friends may share a memory with the family at the chape) or on line al www.rdmg.com. Wilma F. De Camp NASHVILLE Mrs. Wilma F. DeCamp, age 83, of Nashville, passed away Saturday, April 24, 1999 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. She was bom August 8, 1915 in Maple Grove Township of Bany County, the daughter of Fred & Sadie (McGinnis) Fuller. She married Douglas DeCamp on June 23, 1932 in Angola, Indiana and he preceded her in death in 1984. She was the Post Master for Nashville for many years retiring in 1972. She was a member of the Woodland United Methodist Church, the National Federation of Retired Federal Employees, and the Nashville Chamber of Commerce. Mrs. DeCamp enjoyed fishing at the cottage up north and being with her children and grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her grandson, Dennis Heise, and sister, Alice Marshall. Mrs. DeCamp is survived by her sons, Robert (Arlene) DeCamp of Nashville, Fred (Lois) DeCamp of Eaton Rapids, and Douglas (Margaret) DeCamp of Hastings; daughter, Barbara (Alien) Heise of Woodland; eleven grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; sister, Mary (Lawrence) Jarraid of Nashville; sisters-in-law, Gretchen Pixley and Roberta (Royce) DeMond; also several nieces & nephews. Funeral Services for Mrs. DeCamp will be held on Tuesday, April 27, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. at the Woodland United Methodist Church with Reverend Carl Litchfield officiating. Burial will be in Woodland Memorial ‘Park Cemetery, Woodland. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Ambulance or the Woodland United Methodist Church. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 27,1999 - Page 5 Fuller kids learn about good and bad trash by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Fuller Elementary stu­ dents learned about good trash and bad trash as part of presentation for Earth Day last Thursday. Naturalist Jackie Blanc from Eaton County Parks led a talk with the children on recycling and other things they can do to tread lightly on the earth. "The presentation is to give the kids ideas for sim­ ple things they can do to help the earth," said Blanc. "I try to impress upon them that the little things they do can help out a lot" At the beginning of the presentation, teacher aide Rae Murphy jumped out of a trash can, and the children loved the surprise. Blanc went on to put the trash into piles of what could be recycled and what could not. She involved the children by asking them questions. Blanc also brought a tub of worms that were com­ posting things to demon­ strate the idea of compost. Composting is taking cer­ tain refuse and mixing it with soil until it decays to become rich fertile soil. "We are trying to get the children to value the earth," said Blanc. This presentation was part of ongoing activities sur­ rounding Earth Day at the school, said Principal Bernie Hynes. Other activities inNaturalist Jackie Blanc asks the children where the trash goes once it is thrown away. _____________________ cluded trash pickup on the school grounds, reading books having to do with environmental issues over the public adress system and viewing the Dr. Suess movie "The Lorax." The students also partici­ pated Tuesday in an Earth Day poster contest with winners to be announced. THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE WILL BE ACCEPTING BIDS For clearing trees, brush, roots and stumps in a village right of way. After water/sewer lines are installed, road will be cut and grav­ el and sand will be placed according to road specifications. Successful bidder must be licensed, bonded and insured. Bids must be received at the village office, 121 Eastside Dr., by 3:30 p.m. Thursday, May 6. Bids will be opened at a commit­ tee meeting at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, May 6. The Village of Vermontville has the right to accept or reject any/all bids. 101 Fuller students jump with surprise as teacher aide Rae Murphy emerges from a pile of "trash." School Lunch Menu Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, April 28 Burrito, green beans, spiced apples, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, April 29 Cheese pizza, whole ker­ nel com, pear halves, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, April 30 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, applesauce,, cook­ ie, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, May 3 Taco pizza, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, cookies, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, May 4 Hot dog, potato wedge, apple crisp, ice cream sand­ wich, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 28 Choose One - Wet burri­ to, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, green beans, spiced apples, juice, milk. Thursday, April 29 Choose One - Ravioli, pizza, chicken sandwich, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, whole kernel corn, pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, April 30 Choose One Chicken CHARLOTTE ANODIZING 591 E. Packard Hwy." RECRUITMENT FAIR APRIL 27th 11 A.M. - 2 P.M. Come to our company to see where your future position could be. We are looking for reliable, honest... hardworking people. Starting wage between $7.25 to $7.75 with potential growth. Any questions call 543-2023. nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed potatoes, applesauce, juice, milk. Monday, May 3 Choose One - Taco pizza, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. 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Call 616­ 868-7099 What makes Defendoor™ The Best? �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 27,1999 - Page 6 Nashville Lions Club welcomes new member take part in the examina­ tions. In fact, during the most recent visit, more than 3,000 people were treated. Eyeglasses donated to lo­ cal Lions clubs were noted in Honduras as one ofthe re­ cipients. The donated glasses are computerized by pre­ scription now, and after an examination, Honduras lo­ cals were fitted with those glasses that came closest to the needed prescription. Flohr said he’d like to make at least one more trip to concentrate on screening for glaucoma and diabetic At a recent dinner meeting of the Nashville Lions Club, Don Martin was welcomed as a new member. Dr. Michael Flohr, guest speaker, related his volun­ teer experiences in El Sal­ vador. Flohr has traveled to El Salvador several times over the past five years to work toward the establish­ ment of a fully equipped eye clinic. During each visit, he introduced new surgical procedures/ techniques and use of equipment to the local doctors. Local residents lined up by the hundreds to NASHVILLE STRINGS” DANCE Round and Square Dancing Saturday, May 8>, 1999 *7-10 p.m. Maple Leaf Grange On M-66 South of Nashville Benefit for Animal Shelter 2000 * The Place to gofor Professional Stylings Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Road MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Elsie Ramsey to celebrate 90th birthday Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Phone (517) 852-1915 MLS Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HfYIS’ EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI............................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. 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NEAR Dr. Michael Flohr speaks at the Lions Club meeting. ‘Star Wars’ books to be fund-raiser feature Elsie Ramsey will be cele­ brating her 90th birthday on June 1st. Please join us in wishing our mother, grand­ mother, great-grandmother and great, great grandmother a very happy 90th birthday. Birthday cards would be welcomed. The Vermontville United Methodist Church will wel­ come Rosemarie von Trapp to sing and speak at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 4. ? 852-948 Diana Kuempel syrup as a gift for his hosts in Honduras and they love it, too, because they have noth­ ing like it in their environ­ ment. The Nashville Lions Club is busily preparing for its an­ nual pancake breakfasts dur­ ing the Vermontville Maple Syrup celebration and look­ ing toward the White Cane campaign in early May. ‘Sound of Music’ family member to visit May 4 Diana’s Place ~S) problems, which are more prevalent in the El Salvador region than elsewhere be­ cause of location nearer the equator, more intensive ul­ traviolet damage, poor nutri­ tion and unavailability ofvi­ sion treatment. Flohr was given a gift of maple syrup from the Nashville Lions, and he said he often has taken maple 10 ACRES - Perked & surveyed. Some trees, good “walk-out" building sites. Potential for pond, lots ofwild life. Call Nyle.(VL-56) 1.5 ACRES - Surveyed, driveway per permit, nat. gas available. Call Nylee (VL-45) OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway iinterchange. fSurveye, urveyed, perked pere & has permit for driveway. Located on black- 3.9 ACRES - Wooded on private top road. Call Homer. 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She will sing and talk about the events behind the movie and how the movie differs from real life. She will talk about how her parents were married be­ fore the war, how the family lost their fortune in the De­ pression. Rosemarie's fam­ ily began to sing in public in 1929. From there the von Trapp family sang for kings, queens and Pope Pius XI. The family refused to sing for Hitler. Her family escaped during World War II from Austria to the United States, where they settled in Stowe, Vt. Rosemarie will tell the crowd how she felt God's hand guided her family to safety and rescued them from the Nazis. Rosemarie gave her life to Christ, in the 1970s, and has since became and evan­ gelist, a missionary and a minister. Admission to the event is free and open to the public. The Vermontville Library will be holding a fund-raiser Tuesday May 4, from 1 to 6:30 p.m. The fund-raiser will offer all five "Star Wars" books to the public at discounted prices. With a purchase there will be a free poster and a chance to win the five feet tall lightup C-3PO display. Dorling Kindersley Books local distributor Carol Williams is organizing the fund-raiser and said 20 per­ cent of the proceeds will go to the library. Items offered will be visual dictionaries, cross sectional books and sticker books. Anyone with questions can call Williams at 726­ 1395 Trail Association to meet in Nashville An organizational meet­ ing of those interested in working on the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail in the Nashville and Vermontville areas will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 28, in the community room in Put­ nam Park, Nashville. Thomapple Trail Associa­ tion President Michael Gormley encourages local Women’s Club to sponsor Senior Girls’ Tea May 2 The Vermontville Women’s Club is sponsoring Senior Girls Tea, along with help from the Nashville Woman’s Literary Club. This is an annual event for graduating senior girls and their mothers. The clubs take turns sponsoring the event. Last year Nashville was as­ sisted by the Vermontville Club and so this year the Nashville club volunteered to help the Vermontville group. It will be held this year on Sunday, May 2nd at 1:30 with a brunch at Maple Val­ ley High School. Brunch will be served in the cafete­ ria, followed by a style show. All senior girls are welcome. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - residents who have ideas about the trail or want to be actively involved to attend the meeting. The local group will be a part of the entire Thomapple Trail Association, which supports the length of the recreational trail from Kent County southward through Barry County and into Eaton County. For more information, call Gormley at (616) 795­ 8739. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Justin Roll (left) helps Paul Leavitt demonstrate traditional wood working on a 1860 ‘s replica treadle School board, from front page citing floats. People milled about and took in one of the new events this year, the lumberjacking of the White Pines Lumberjacks. One of the favorite parts of the event seemed to be when the pool was filled and the lumbeijacks log rolled — that is stood on the logs and ran on top of them. The children loved it The craft show, bigger than ever, was crowded as the booths had to work around the construction at Maplewood School. But the crafts included such a great variety that many people went away carrying the handiwork. Arm wrestling held a sur­ prise match between festival queen Michelle Jewell and alternate Hayley Todd. The match was short and sweet and the queen prevailed. The talent show featured wonderful singing and danc­ ing, as usual. Pancakes were enjoyed all day, with that great maple syrup spooned on top. R ££l Gooo SI Neighbor ug! 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THORNAPPLE MANOR * ^stJ* •»*£&»« »»« »« 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 • EOE 8 Jonathan Denton* 8 Emily Doyle 8 Rachelle Drallette* 8 Jennifer Dunn 8 Jeremy Dunn 8 Kari Emerick 8 Austin Fassett 8 Elizabeth Favre* 8 Holly Forest 8 Ashley Gordeneer 8 Trent Gordenski 8 Jennifer Grant 8 Jessie Grant* 8 Josh Grasman 8 Ryan Grider 8 Stacey Hamilton 8 Cashel Harp 8 Travis Irish 8 Jarrad Klapko 8 Britt Leonard* 8 Elizabeth Lincoln* 8 Jessica Mansfield 8 Samantha Mater 8 Shaina May 8 Mindy McKelvey 8 Collin McLean* 8 Nicole McMillon 8 Michael Mead 8 Timothy Miller 8 Beth Mulvany* 8 Aubrey Murphy 8 Nickalus Newton 8 Melissa Nisse 8 Sarah Perry* 8 Jennie Pettengill 8 Meaghan Pierce 8 Karla Rasey* 8 Dawn Rhoades 8 Brandon Roach 8 Krystal Root 8 Kaylene Rutledge 8 Amanda Scramlin* 8 Michelle Silsbee 8 Joseph Slawinski 8 Cameron Smith* 8 Eric Smith* 8 Kate Spears 8 Micah Tobias 8 Brieann Treloar 8 Cassie Turner* 8 Kristen Vanderhoef 8 Lindsey VanSyckle 8 Zachary Vorce 8 Caleb Watson 8 Cydney West 8 Richard Wilson* 9th Grade 9 Bethany Adams 9 Chris Andrews 9 Devon Augustine 9 Jesse Boehmer 9 Jessica Chaffee 9 Amanda Cole 9 Beth Conklin 9 Amanda Cook 9 Sarah Cook 9 Samantha Cornwell 9 Shelbi Cousins 9 Samantha Curtis 9 Miranda Farr 9 Paul Felder 9 Lindsey Gibbs 9 Cary (Jake) Goodner * 9 Ryan Goris 9 Jason Graham 9 Hillary Grant 9 Rebecca Guernsey 9 Cassaundra Hager 9 Jessica Harwood 9 Kenneth Hayes 9 Nathan Heinze 9 Michael Hill 9 Jason Hoffman 9 Raymond Hole 9 Rebecca Holland* 9 Brandon Hopkins 9 Christina Jackson* 9 Nikki James 9 Nathaniel Jarvie* 9 Nicholas Jones* 9 Lacey Keyes 9 Andrew Krolik 9 Kristina Lamb 9 Daniel Mace 9 Samantha McIntyre 9 Derek Musser 9 Brandy Ojala 9 Devin Phenix* ‘ 9 Russell Rhodes 9 Jessica Ripley* 9 Kevin Ripley 9 Angela Rollins 9 David Rumsey 9 Becky Scripter 9 Justin Sealy' 9 Jason Silsbee 9 Kristy Slawinski 9 Bryan Smith 9 Diana Speck 9 Amber Strickland 9 Michael Strong 9 Lizzie Sundrla* 9 Bethany Swift* 9 John Terberg* 9 Darin Thrun* 9 Christy Todd 9 Alesia VanEngen 9 Jennifer Whitmore 9 Camille Wieland* 9 Jeremy Wiser 9 Amber Wright 9 Laura Wyman 10th Grade 10 Jason Abfalter 10 Abby Aspinall 10 Mark Ayles 10 Brian Burt* 10 Jason Carrigan* 10 Amber Caudill* 10 Jacob Cole 10 Christy Cook 10 Dacia Davis* 10 Amy Dawson 10 Davis Drumm 10 Andy Ewing 10 Eric Goris* 10 Michael Hamilton* 10 Jessica Heney* 10 Karla Hughes 10 Jessica Hummel* 10 Jo Ann Jackson 10 Carissa Keasler* 10 Timothy Kienutske 10 Paul Leavitt 10 Jennifer Mansfield* 10 Gwen McDougal 10 Buddy Musser 10 Nicole Myers* 10 Torri Newton 10 Jessica Pierce See honor roll, pg. 10 BIDS ARE NOW BEING TAKEN ON: SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT IN THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE For specific information, contact Scott Decker at 852-9571. All bids must be turned in to the Nashville Village Office at 206 N. Main by 5:00 p.m. on May 10, 1999. The Village of Nashville has the right to reject any or all bids. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 1999 SIDEWALK SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Village Council ofthe Village ofNashville, Barry County, Michigan, intends to make certain public improvements (the “Public Improvements”) which shall consist ofthe following: Installation ofnew 4 ft. wide sidewalk Said public improvements shall be located in the Village, as follows: The east side ofQueen Street from Sherman Street north to Washington Street The west side of State Street from Railroad Street north to Washington Street The east side of State Street from Washington Street south for 110 feet The south side ofMaple Street from Main Street east to alley. The south side ofMaple Street from alley east to State Street. The south side ofMaple Street from State Street east to Queen Street. The north side ofMaple Street from Main Street east to alley. The north side ofMaple Street from alley east to State Street. The east side of State Street from Sherman Street north for 180 ft. The Village Council has resolved its intention to proceed pursuant to the Ordinance No. 5-30-96 to make said public improvements in the Village. The Village. Council has tentatively determined that 1/2 ofthe Village cost of said public improvements shall be specially assessed against each ofthe following described lots and parcels of land, which together comprise the proposed 1999 Sidewalk Special Assessment District. Property located in the Village ofNashville, Barry County, Michigan, and described as follows: asss asss*** IaBs®Js! ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING : f|g^ |egs** c* > il !k k/ «* I PROPOSED BUDGET FOR THE UPCOMING YEAR 1999/2000 A public hearing will be held at 7:00pm on April 29, 1999 before the regular monthly board meeting for final approval of the 1999-2000 budget. The meeting will be held at the Vermontville Opera House, cor­ ners of First Street and South Main Street, Vermontville Michigan. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk at 517-726-0750 three days prior to the meeting date. Marcia K. Grant, Clerk Vermontville Township 100 103 N. State, 109 N. State, 203 N. State, 207 N. State, 211 N. State, 219 N. State, 225 N. State, 124 Washington, 210 Washington, 126 Sherman, 108 S. State, 116 S. State, 122 S. State, 128 S. State, 132 S. State, 124 Church, 210 S. State, 214 S. State, 222 S. State, 226 S. State, 202 N. Main, 112 N. Main, 107 Maple, 110 Maple, 151 Maple, 177 Maple, 204 Maple, 210 Maple, 218 Maple, 224 Maple, 112 Queen, 204 Queen, 210 Queen, 220 Queen, 304 Washington, 203 Sherman. TAKE NOTICE that the Village Council ofthe Village ofNashvillg will hold a public hearing on May 13,1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 204 N. Main St. to hear and consid­ er any objection to the proposed public improvements, the proposed 1999 Special Assessment District, and all other matters relating to said public improvements. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the estimates ofcost for the public improvements are on file with the Village Clerk for public examination. PROPERTY SHALL NOT BE ADDED TO THE PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DIS­ TRICT AND THE ORIGINAL ESTIMATE OF COST SHALL NOT BE SUBSTANTIALLY INCREASED WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE AND PUBLIC HEARING. This notice was authorized by the Village Council ofthe Village of Nashville. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Village Hall Village ofNashville 206 N. Main Nashville, MI 49073 (517) 852-9544 - DATED: April 27,1999 (102) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 27, 1999 - Page 10 Honor roll, continued from page 9 10 Joshua Pierce 10 Christina Racine 10 Amy Reid 10 Jeff Rhoades 10 Christopher Ripley 10 Lacey Ripley 10 Amanda Robins* 10 Jenny Rugg 10 Dana Seitier 10 Stacy Shepperly 10 Randy Silsbee 10 Chad Spears* 10 Carly Spitzley 10 Matthew Thome* 10 Casey VanEngen 10 Timothy Wawiemi 10 Philicia West 10 Corey Williams 10 Jennie Wyant* 10 Jamie Wyble 10 Lacy Wyble 11th Grade 11 Emily Aspinall 11 Paul Baird 11 Carrie Balko 11 Shiloh Beals 11 Julie Behmdt 11 Eren Berry* 11 Raechelle Blossom 11 Amanda Briggs 11 Joseph Butcher 11 Ann Carney 11 Patrick Chaffee 11 Joshua Curtis 11 Angela Decker 11 Julia Draper* 11 Jessica Dunham 11 Joe Elliston 11 Ryan Emerick 11 Jessica Gearin 11 Lauren Hansbarger 11 Craig Harve 11 Sarah Irish 11 Michelle Jewell* 11 Kimberly Knoll 11 Andrea Kreps 11 Ken Lackscheide 11 Brett Lancaster Chris Lentz Jessica Lesage* Teather Lowe April McCallum Jessica McIntyre Tina Miller* Cassady Murphy Sayaka Nemoto Josh Oleson* Amy Pennington Lindsay Pettengill April Randall Sarah Rathbun Jeff Robotham Kristina Sealy Justin Seitier Kristin Setchfield Stephen Shipman Alexis Smith* Joshua Smith* Leah Smith* Richard Smith Tiffany Sparks Dawn Spears Stephanie Stanton John Starkweather Keischa Strimback* Nathan Swift Jacob Taggart Hayley Todd* Justin VanAlstine Terilyn VanOrder Leanne Wells Rebecca Wilson* 12th Grade 12 Andrew Adams 12 William Allen* 12 Tiffany Arciszewski 12 Kevin Aspinall* 12 Sarah Behmdt* 12 Sara Bonner 12 Judson Burpee 12 Rose Butcher 12 Dustin Carpenter 12 Seleena Carpenter 12 Benjamin Carrigan 12 Becki Conroy* 12 Cory Currier 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 12 Cristina Desrochers 12 Josiah Doyle 12 Chris Dunham 12 Heidi Eberly 12 Daniel Favre* 12 Stacie Goris 12 Lee Gould* 12 Shawn Graham 12 Trent Graham 12 Leslie Grant* 12 Jennifer Halliwill 12 Jonessa Hammonds 12 Carrie Hardin* 12 Amber Hickey 12 Keith Hughes 12 Zachary Jarvie 12 Trisha Johnson 12 Erica Krolik* 12 Faith Livingston 12 Andrea Mace* 12 Melissa Mansfield* 12 Ryan Matson 12 Jessica Matthiess* 12 Craig McDougal 12 April Musser* 12 Jack Owens* 12 Andrew Patrick 12 Melissa Patterson* 12 Brandon Phenix 12 Andrea Phillips 12 Thomas Powers 12 Tina Pung 12 Kara Rathbum 12 Craig Rogers 12 Sarah Russell 12 Thiago Sarmento 12 Melanie Shance 12 Amber Shilling 12 John Slawinski* 12 Trish Sloan* 12 Joseph Stadel 12 Scott Stickles 12 Sara Thompson 12 Aaron Treloar 12 Tyson Vbrce 12 Loren Wright 12 Jessica Wymer Young 5s, K students in new classrooms by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Kindergartners and Young Fives moved into new class­ rooms at Fuller Elementary last Tuesday. 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In other business at the meeting the board: • Took no action on the village right-of-way ordi­ nance or the alley main pol­ icy. Both were discussed at length, and the village will look at other alleys that might need to be added to the policy. There will be another public hearing on TV, lawn tractor, generator stolen Michigan State Police are investigating the theft of a television set, a generator, a lawn tractor, and a number of other items from an unoc­ cupied hunting cabin in Castleton Township, re­ ported April 18. Trooper Bill Arndt said an unknown subject or subjects apparently broke the lock on the cabin to gain access to the items. The cabin is located, on Woodland Road, Arndt said. any possible changes. • Approved a Michigan Department of Transporta­ tion contract to replace the water pipe under the bridge on Main Street when the MDOT does the bridge work next year. • Approved a 1999 road paving project that includes parts of South State Street, Pearl Street, Center Court and area around the salt stor­ age building. • Approved doing survey and staking of cemetery plots and roads in the ceme­ tery for $1,800. • Tabled a request from Geotrans Corp, to put a cell phone antenna on the water tower until the Department of Public Works can look over the contract Valley sluggers battle Leslie, St. Phillip Maple Valley's varsity baseball team met up with SMAA foe Leslie for two games April 19. The Lions lost the first game 7-6 despite getting some outstanding hitting performances. Nathan Swift went 3-for-4 with a double and a homerun, Chris Ewing smacked a dinger and Brett Lancaster hit the third Maple Valley shot out of the yard. The Lions trailed by one in the final inning before a baserunner was hit by the ball to end the contest. Ken Lackscheide was the winning pitcher walking four and striking out four. The second game was Rural mail carriers plan food drive The Nashville, and Ver­ montville rural mail carriers will participate in the national Rural Carriers Food Drive this year. Canned goods and other non-perishable food items may be left in mailboxes Sat­ urday, May 8, for pickup by mail carriers. There will also be a drop box at the post offices' the week before for those who use post office boxes*and wish to make a donation. Food, donated in the Nashville area will be re­ ceived by Love Inc. of Barry county, and food donated in the Vermontville area will be received by the Vermontville food bank. called with Leslie leading 6-4 after five innings. 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CH RCH ST BULK RATE I U.S. POSTAGE 4S0581893 paid i Hastings, Ml 4905g I famitNo. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 18/May 4, 1999 Businesses help buy area students encyclopedias by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Donations from local business' have provided seven Dorling Kindersley Encyclopedia sets for Maple Valley Schools. Local distributor of Dorling Kindersley books and former substitute teacher in the schools Carol Williams acted quickly when the sets went on sale recently and approached businesses about purchasing the sets for the school. "Their response was won­ derful!" said Williams. "Some businesses bought whole Sets, others chipped in together to purchase sets. Seven sets were purchased altogether — one for Fuller Street, one for the high school, the rest for Maple­ wood. I was so impressed with the caring, considerate nature that I even pitched in." Besides Williams the fol­ lowing business' con­ tributed: the Sugar Hut Cafe, Independent Bank in Vermontville, Croft's Out­ post, Vermontville Hard­ ware, Vermontville Grocery, Eaton Federal Savings Bank and Dorthy's Hairdressing. "It is a great opportunity to give our children an ex­ cellent educational source," said Williams. She said that it was origi­ nally hoped to provide a set for every classroom at Maplewood. "We are 10 sets short from this goal. If any busi- ness or private individual wish to contribute they can contact me at 726-1398. Williams said the ency­ clopedias are especially well made with children in mind. The books contain a high percentage of actual colorful pictures instead of drawings to capture students' imagina­ tion. Putnam Library visited by rabbitt The After School Special last month was great fun and a success, said Putnam Librarian Diedra Bryans. The children made butterflies with scissors, glitter and glue as a craft. Norman Porter was guest speaker and he came to the library to teach the children how to care for and feed rabbits. He brought his pet rabbit, "Tails," from home. Surprisingly, Tails does not like carrots! He prefers potatoes instead, Porter told the kids. After learning about rabbits, the children played the game "Know the Library" which library staff devised to teach the kids where to locate items in the library that they need. Prizes and candy were given out at the end of the hour. The next After School Special will be Wednesday, May 19, at 4 p.m. Nashville officer Terry Johnson will be at the library to talk to the children about safety. These are just a few representatives from area business' that donated money to help the schools acquire encyclopedias. From left: Dawn Meade from Eaton Federal Savings Bank, Maplewood Principal Nancy Potter, Fuller Principal Bernie Hynes, Stacey Dickinson from Vermontville Grocery, Amy Price from Independent Bank, Dorling Kindersley distributor and donator Carol Williams and Greg Wendorf from Vermontville Hardware. Nashville man in Virginia jail for tool trailer theft by Shelly Sulser StaffWriter Efforts to recover a stolen construction trailer contain­ ing more than $20,000 worth of tools have resulted Knowledge Masters do even better this year by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Maplewood Knowl­ edge Masters team did out- standing in the recent statewide competition held These Knowledge Masters did exceptional in the statewide competition this year. Back row, left: Andrew Gaber, Dustin Mead, Robert Hapeman, Todd Cupp, Amanda Ketchum, and Tara Gordenski. Front row, left, Andrea Szymanski, Erin Hummel, Chase Walden and Travis Doyle. Not pictured is Brad McDonald. Ivww M M I last month. Teacher Laurie Pettengill, who organized the team members, said they did ex­ tremely well, and improved scores from last year. Knowledge Masters are a group of students who com­ pete with other teams from all over the state by com­ puter on school subjects and related topics. Some of the subjects are recent events, American history, biology, fine arts, and health and psychology. There are 100 challenging questions. The students are chosen for the team based on a qual­ ifying test, Pettengill said. Maplewood had an 11member team. "Their score jumped 80 points from last year,” Pettengill said. "They ranked 10th out of 30 schools, and in the overall category they ranked 137th out of 548 schools. Compared to other schools with equal enroll­ ment they ranked 42nd out of 239 schools, so as you can see they did a greatjob." Pettengill said the team membership changes every year and that teams practice beforehand by studying. Jack Walker May Jr. in the arrest by Virginia au­ thorities of a 24-year-old Nashville man, Det./Sgt. Lou Quinn of the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police said Friday. Jack Walker May Jr. was arrested just seconds after his warrant was authorized and entered into the National Crime Information Com- puter. May could spend a max­ imum of 10 years in prison if convicted of larceny over $20,000 for taking the trailer, which was discovered missing at 10 a.m. April 6 from a home construction site on East State Road in Castleton Township. Quinn suspected May af­ ter receiving a number of anonymous tips. "We had tips that his step-mother lived down there, so we contacted the Sullivan County Sheriffs Department in Blountville, Tenn.," said Quinn. Police believe the stolen tools and trailer, belonging to Clough Construction in Battle Creek, likely have been sold and there is little hope that the items will be recovered. "We’re still trying to re­ cover the trailer and the tools," said Quinn. "He likely sold them in Ten- See trailer theft, pg. 2 In This Issue • Revue Children’s Theater to present ‘Cinderella’ • Construction continues at local schools • Maplewood kids learn art of public speaking • Lake Valley gives Valley basketball split in SMAA �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. May 4,1999 - Page 2 Trailer theft, continued from front page nessee, but we're still kx>king." Authorities in Bristol City, Va., had also been looking for May on a grand larceny by fraud warrant for allegedly entering a local lumber and hardware store claiming to work for a wellknown, local contractor last October, said Bristol City Police Detective Sean Car­ rigan. "He allegedly told them a saw burned up on a work Call 945-9554 to place your CTION-ad today! site and the boss asked him lecting his things when they to go purchase a new one received the information and put it on the boss's ac­ from the National Crime In­ count,” said Carrigan, not­ formation Computer. It was ing that he had worked for just a matter of seconds and the contractor in the past. he would have been gone.” A female suspect, also "They were familiar with the contractor, so they let from Nashville, is being him and he allegedly put a questioned by police for her couple of cases of nails in alleged role in the tool the truck, too. All told, it trailer theft, said Quinn. "She was in Tennessee, amounted to more than too, and she’s coming back $700." May was arrested in voluntarily," he said. Quinn said advanced tech­ Bountville, Tenn., and waived extradition to Bristol nology helped match May's City, where he was lodged shoeprint with one pho­ on a $3,000 bond, said Car­ tographed at the crime scene using a digital camera. That rigan. Michigan authorities were photo was then sent via e­ narrowly able to put a hold mail to Carrigan. "He wore those same ten­ on May, however, for future extradition to Barry County, nis shoes into the jail," said said Quinn. Quinn. "It was helpful." May has been indicted on "He was about to be bonded out when our dis­ the Virginia charge and is patcher, Jo Klotz, put the scheduled for a preliminary warrant into the Law En­ examination in May, said forcement Information Net­ Carrigan, who said May fled work," said Quinn. "He was to Barry County last fall af­ standing at the counter col- ter he became a suspect. 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There have been many do­ nations to the library re­ cently. A donation has added many Dean Koontz, and John Saul novels to the local collection. On April 26-28, librarians Katie Sharpe and Carla Rumsey attended the Loleta Fyan Rural Libraries Con­ ference in Traverse City. This was an opportunity for librarians of small libraries from all over Michigan to share their experiences. The conference included two full days of classes covering a variety of topics, as well as guest speakers and lectures. The library’s new hours, which became effective on Dec. I, 1998, have passed the probationary period set by the Library Board. They have been well received, and will now become the perma­ nent schedule. The hours are: Sunday and Mondayclosed, Tuesday 1-8, Wednesday 11-5, Thursday 11-5, Friday 11-6 and Satur­ day 10-3. Just a reminder, the public is always invited to attend the meetings of the Ver­ montville Library Board. The board meets the second Tuesday of each month, at 7 p.m., in the library. New on the shelves: Adult Fiction- The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon, by Stephen King; The McGre­ gors: The Perfect Neighbor, by Nora Roberts; Annie’s Rainbow, by Fem Michaels; Conspiracy in Death, by J.D. Robb; Seal Team Roll-Back, by Tim L. “BO” Bosiljevac CDR USN (former com­ mander of Seal Team 4); Be Cool, by Elmore Leonard; Celebration, by Fern Michael’s; Hush Money,by Robert Parker, In Danger’s Path, by W.E.B. Griffin; Ransom, by Julie Garwood; Sight for Sore Eyes, by Ruth Rendell; Sudden Change of Heart,by Barbara Taylor Bradford; River’s End, by Nora Roberts; Vector, by Robin Cook; Rainbow Mars, by Larry Niven; Nimishas ship, by Anne McCaffrey; Vittorio the Vampire, by Ann Rice; Ashes to Ashes, by Tami Hoag; Tara Road, by Maeve Binchy; Circle of Stones, by Anna Lee Waldo; Enchantment, by Orson Scott Card. 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Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School.... Morning Worship Evening Worship.. Wednesday Family Night Service ... .... 9:45 a.m. ........ 11 a.m. ................. 6 :45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..... 11 am Church School .. .... 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School ...... Sunday: A.M. Worship ....... P.M. Worship.......... Wednesday Evening: Worship ................ ..9:45 am .11 a.m. .6 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER .7 p.m. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) .Worship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south ot Nashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10a Fellowship Time..... ... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class............. ........... 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship .................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service............ ,9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service..................................7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR D^ANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service....... ..9 45 a.m. Sunday School......... ...11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday Schoo W.orship.......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ............... g a.m. (1 st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................... g a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ............... .11a.m. Sunday Evening Service .. .6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service....... .7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 4, 1999 - Page 3 Maplewood kids learn art of public speaking by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Lori Bunker's and Amy Smith's Maplewood classes overcame nervousness to give speeches in front of classmates recently. "The kids did great," said Smith. "They were given the assignment to come up with a three- to five-minute demonstration speech, just telling how to do some­ thing." The teachers said the stu­ dents chose baking, sports, saddling a horse, making jewelry and making paper LeAnne Paxton demonstrates how to bake brownies to two classrooms for a public speaking assignment. public speaking," said Smith. "Some of the kids were nervous but they all got through it." Student LeAnne Paxton Blakelys to celebrate 25th anniversary Don and Lynn (Skedgell) Blakely will be celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary on May 4th. There will be an open house for them on May 9th at the United Methodist Church in Nashville, given by their children and grandchildren, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. demonstrated how to make brownies. "I admit I was a little ner­ vous, but it got better as I kept talking," she said. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 MLS Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI Raseys to celebrate 50th anniversary In honor of the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest J. Rasey their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren request the pleasure of your presence at an Open House on Saturday, the fifteenth of May, Nineteen hundred and ninety-nine from two until five o’clock in the afternoon in the Christian Ac­ tivity Center of Vermontville Bible Church, 250 North Main Street, Vermontville, Michigan. Special presen­ tation at three o’clock. No gifts, please. TANNING *4.00 per visit Walk-Ins *15.00 5 Visit Package *25.00 10 Visit Package *40.00 20 .Visit Package New Tanning Beds California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 Bunker, "because they had to get in front of both classes. 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(VL-56) 1.5 ACRES - Surveyed, driveway permit, nat. gas available. Call Nyle (VL-45) 3.9 ACRES - Wooded on private road, contract terms possible. Cafl Nyle (VL-38) 2.5 ACRES - Some trees, natural gas available. Cafl Nyle (VL-28) 4 ACRES - Waiter front, wooded, private road. Call Nyle (VL-31) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 4,1999 - Page 4 Revue Children’s Theater will present ‘Cinderella by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter "Cinderella" is coming to the Opera House, courtesy of the Revue Children's Theater, with show dates on consecutive Fridays and Saturdays, May 7, 8,14 and 15 at 7 p.m. This is the traditional fairy tale with some extras added, said Director Bill Reynolds. Cinderella lives with her stepmother and two stepsis­ ters. The prince is sent out by the king to slay a dragon, but he comes back with a pet dragon, said Reynolds. The fairy god- mother comes out of retire­ ment to help Cinderella go to the ball. Reynolds said the production is family-ori­ ented, "like a Disney movie." "A lot of people hear it is a kids production and think its kids' stuff," said Reynolds. "But it is really for the whole family. The adults will catch the dia­ logue and the kids will catch the bright costumes and the fun. We do keep the kids' productions shorter to cater to children's attention spans. The entire cast of Cinderella. The play Cinderella is the traditional story with a few adjustments thrown in said Director Bill Reynolds. Attorney David G. Ledbetter and Insurance Agent Lynn Denton present: There will be many masked party goers in the play Cinderella. "Preserve and Protect Your Assets" Answers will be provided to such questions as: J Tax planning: How can I save money on estate, gift and income taxes? / Is my property insured correctly? / What effect will Y2K have on the market? / Do I need a will? / Who will care for my children if I can’t? This personal development and growth seminar will be held on Tuesday, May 11, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Maple Grove Community Building on M-66 in Nashville. We welcome your participation to take advantage of free legal and other advisement! For more information and to register to attend, please call (517) 726*1235. Sponsored by Grace Community Ministries, this seminar is free of charge. This play lasts just over an hour." "We are really excited about the show," he said. "Last year, we almost sold out shows with the chil­ dren's production and so we are looking for a good turnout. The kids have been working hard, they have been here three days a week for two hour rehearsals, and we have many busy mothers and grandmothers sewing costumes." The cast list includes Kayla Rodriguez, Hannah Cole, Nate Smith, Adam Moody, Micah Tobias, Nike Grant, Kyle Pash, Kailey Smith, Nathan Blakely, Brandon Montgomery, Trent Moody, Max Wilson, Kathryn Carney, Tara Gordenski, Hannah Cole, Jes­ sica McMillen, Lauren Baker, Markelle Brumm, Jessica Chaffee, Devin Koetje, Lauren Pierce, Chris Rugg, Olivia Tabor, Austin Tabor, Kathleen Welch, Joshua Wetzel, Cory Whitaker, Nichole Woodman, Andrew Bums, Betsy Acker, Andrea Jarvie, Amanda Kirchhoff, Dhanielle Tobias and Travis Doyle. Tickets are adults $5, se- niors $4, and children under 13, $3. To reserve tickets call (616) 367-4455 or e­ mail phansen@voyager.net Web site for the Revue is htp://expage.com/page/there vue. 1 GARAGE SALE 3 May 5th - 6th - 7th • 9 a.m.-5 p.m. E 3 PETE BENTON'S, 2764 N. IONIA E 3 E RD., VERMONTVILLE 3 Lots of nice men's, women's and chil­ E 32!32! dren's clothing, air conditioner, batting =fE, cage with pitching machine, 1981 3 Mazda pickup with cap, snowblower, E 3 lawnn mower, Sega Genesis, patio table E 3 & chairs, golf bags, toys, antiques and E 3 other quality junk. £ 3 NO PRE-SALES I! E cTeftpsha ss foweftS NOW OPEN! * Geraniums • Bulk Seeds v • Liners (Made to order) i • Flower and Vegetable Plants • Ornamental Iron 18 Packs to a Flat and 54 Plants to a Flat $8.50 Tax Included. 4224 Tupper Lake Rd., Sunfield • 566-8253 Take M-43 west to Sunfield Hwy., north 2 miles, turn east on Tupper Lake Rd., 1/4 mile. HOURS: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; No Sundays �The Maple VMey News, Nashvffie Tuesday. May 4.1999 - Page 5 School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 5 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich. potato bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed potatoes, applesauce, juice, milk. Thursday, May 6 Choose One - Spaghetti, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, apple­ sauce. juice, milk. The fairy godmother (left, Micah Tobias) comes out of retirement to help Cinderella (Kayla Rodriguez) to go to the ball. Friday, May 7 Choose One - Soft taco, piz­ za, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel corn, pear halves, juice, milk. Monday, May 10 Card OfThanks I AM SENDING A SINCERE THANK YOU,, and a note of appreciation to my many old friends who remembered me with letters and cards on my birthday. I especially thank my friend Laura M. whom. I am sure, sent the notice to be published. I cher­ ish memories oftime spent with you in years past. Your kindness warms my heart! May Godbless! - Dorothy A. Edmonds Lost And Found LOST: SMALL FEMALE Red Heeler. lOmo old. Vacinity of Kinsel Hwy., & Pease Rd.. Vermontville. 517-852-9798 or leave message at 517-852-9720. The prince and his attendants stand in attention. Help Wanted SUMMER EMPLOYMENT: Summer employment available. Earn up to $500 a week to start. Local Michigan company seek­ ing hardworking, honest, de­ pendable person to work. Work could lead to a permanent, full­ time position. For interview call 948-2298. Real Estate The prince is sent out to slay this dragon but ANTRIM COUNTY: 5 beauti­ fully rol I i ng park I ike acres, close to many lakes and state land, ideal camping location, trail road access, includes driveway and cleared camping spot, electricity available. $14,900. $500 down, 11% land contract. Northern Land Company, 1 -800-968-3118 or www.northcmlandco.com decides to bring him home as a pet instead. Celebrating School Family Day May 4, 1999 A special day is set aside each year in communities throughout the nation to recognize the contributions made by all public school employees to our society. Showcasing Our School Family School Family Day is sponsored by The Eaton County Education Association/ MEA/NEA WANT QUALITY PRINT­ ING AT AFFORDABLE PRICES Call J Ad Graphics at 616-945-9554 Choose One - Club sand­ wich, pizza, chicken sand­ wich. salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, carrot sticks, cherries, juice, milk. Tuesday, May 11 Choose One - Wet burrito, pizza, chicken sandwich, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, mashed potatoes, peaches, juice, milk. Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood. krifotx A Fatter) Lunch Menus Wednesday. May 5 Chicken fries, mashed potatoes, roll and honey. cherries. 12 pt. milk. Thursday. May 6 Fuller Dominos. Pepper­ oni pizza, green beans, applesauce, peanut cup. 1/2 pt. milk. Friday. May 7 Soft taco, whole kernel corn, pear halves, birthday cake, 12 pt. milk. Monday, May 10 Turkey submarine, carrot sticks, cherries, vanilla pud­ ding, 12 pt. milk. Tuesday, May 11 Chicken sandwich, mash­ ed potatoes, peaches, peanut butter brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. NASHVILLE STRINGS” DANCE Round and Square Dancing Saturday, May S, 1999 •7-10 p.m. Maple Leaf Grange On M-66 South of Nashville �First grade students at Fuller James Conklin and Page Semrau pull lunches in a wagon to their classroom. When the new construction is complete this chore will a chore of the past. Theresa Duffy’s Young Five's class moved into their brand new room recently and are "loving it.* This is the inside view of the entrance way to the gym at the high school. Soon these two rooms will serve as a ticket booth and concession stand. In.foving Memory ofOur Mother Darlene Hammond January 26, 1932 to April 5, 1999 Mom, Just as a beautiful butterfly struggles to emerge from its chrysalis,spread its wings and fly, so you too struggled while in your earthly body. But now emerged, your wings take flight and soar high above us in God's heavenly garden wherepain and struggles cease. Happy Mother's Day ... With Love... Jeri Lou, Jim & Debbie everyone who touched our lives during Mom’s illness: f For cards and letters, For plants and flowers, For meals provided, For visits made, For laughter shared, For encouragement rendered and for the MANY PRAYERS prayed. With deep appreciation, Jerry & Don Brinks & Family Jim & Amy Hammond & Family Deb & Rick Farrell Faith is seeing a rainbow in each tear.” ~ Darlene Hammond �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 4,1999 — Page 7 Trail Assoc, elects new officers The Thomapple Trail As­ sociation met in Nashville April 28, as area residents interested in the develop­ ment ofthe trail section that runs through the village at­ tended and formed a Nashville team. The team will serve as a branch of the larger Thor­ napple Trail Association. Co-chairs of the Nashville team area Ron Ohler and Wayne Curtis. Rose Heaton will serve as secretary/treasurer. Anyone interested in more information about the asso­ ciation are encouraged to contact any of the three. In­ formation can also be ob­ tained directly from TTA, P.O. Box 393, Middleville, MI 49333, phone(616) 795­ 8739. Annual family or indi­ vidual memberships are $ 10. The Nashville team’s first project will be repairing and redecking the tressel over Quaker Brook. Plans have begun and the group would like to have the tressel fin- Construction in the gymnasium at the high school is coming along right on ished early this summer. An anonymous donor has pledged to match the funds raised for this project, up to $1,000. A total of $2,000 would more than cover the project’s estimated costs. Anyone interested in do­ nating may contact Rose Heaton, P.O. Box 427, Nashville, MI 49073; (517) 852-1956, or contact the as­ sociation at the address above. The next meeting will be Wednesday, May 19, at 7:30 p.m. in Nashville at the Community Building in Put­ nam Park. "think • Potting Soil • Peat Pots • Bulk Garden Seeds • Seed Potatoes • NC. Package Flower & Northrup orthrup .K King ing ** Vegetable Seeds Bird & Rabbit Feed • union.Garden Tools! / ASHVILLE sporting HARDWARE ^f cooos concession will be to the left. Campaign under way to aid Kosovo refugees There will be a clothing and supply drive at Fuller, Maplewood and Kellogg elementary schools until the end of the year for Kosovo refugees coming to Michi­ gan. Organizer and PTO member Sherry Eldridge will be putting boxes at each of the schools to collect blankets, pillows, jackets, shoes, books and school supplies. SMW554 to place year ACTI0U CTI0U B "This will be for the refugees coming to Michigan," said Elderidge. She said that refugees with fam­ ily in the state will begin arriving in two to three weeks, and about 200 will arrive by the end of the school year. "I just saw the news and thought something could be done," Eldridge said. She contacted the Red Cross and they advised her of what to do to help. She said donated items should be for all ages, new and used. "These people have noth­ ing, just what they could carry as they were forced out of their homes — it's in­ credibly sad," she said. "If anyone would like to donate furniture, appliances and bigger items, please call me at 726-0748," Eldridge said. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service t 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-03 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 cards. His address is 4612 M-66, Nashville, MI 49073. Nashville, Michigan • 233 N. Main Street Open: Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 852-0713- We Ship UPS • Good Neighbor Pharmacy Compare To National Brands And Save Ferrous Sulfate Glucosamine Oyster Shell 325 mg. • 100's 500 mcg. • 60's Calcium 500 mg. • 60's L-Lysine 1000 mg. • 60's 200 I.U. Therapeutic M 100's 100’S Vitamin E �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 4,1999 - Page 8 U of M recognizes two area students Two area students were among the 5,670 at the University of Michigan who were recognized earlier this spring at the annual Honors Convocation. Some were recognized for Class Honors for achieving an academic record to at least half A's and half B's for two terms in 1998. Others were cited as The Nashville Maple Syrup Association is a non-profit organization that was formed as a community project over 50 years ago. The Association donates thousands of dollars back into the community each year at the direction of its volunteers. It is only fitting that these special people receive special recognition for all of their efforts which helped to make this year's maple syrup season a success for the Nashville Maple Syrup Association. The Nashville Maple Syrup Association would like to thank the following people for their help: the board of directors, Blair Hawblitz, Mike Meade, Gary White, Mike Beachnau, Lloyd Priddy and Brian Moore; the Maple Valley Alternative Education Students; Grace Community Church; local farmers who brought in sap; the Village of Nashville and its residents who allowed us to tap trees; the 25 volunteers who helped boil and complete repairs in the sugar bush; and Mace’s Pharmacy, Hastings City Bank and Carl's Supermarket for allowing us to sell product in their businesses. Many thanks. James B. Angell Scholars for maintaining all-A grades for two or more consecutive terms (one term for new’ students). The following is a list of the students, their home­ towns, college attended and type of honor: • Jennifer H. Mittelstaedt of Nashville, College of Literature, Science and the Arts, Class Honor. • Sara Jean Blocher of Vermontville, College of Nursing, Class Honor. Bonnie White on behalf of the Nashville Maple Syrup Association. Quality Care-Givers — We Need You! Caring, reliable, compassionate people make the best nursing assistants. This could be the field for you if you fall under those qualifications. You can be paid to train in our nursing assistant class for'this position which is in high demand, and go on to acquire a position here at Thornapple Manor. We offer medical/dental insur­ ance benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, and an excellent team to work with. Starting rate of pay is $8.11 per hour. Class begins on May 12th and ends on May 27th. No class days on the weekends. To ap­ ply for this opportunity, come to Thornapple Manor to fill out an application by May 6th, 1999. 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 • EOE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 1999 SIDEWALK SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Village Council of the Village ofNashville, Barry County, Michigan, intends to make certain public improvements (the “Public Improvements”) which shall consist ofthe following: Installation ofnew 4, 5, and 6 ft. wide sidewalk Said public improvements shall be located in the Village, as follows: The east side of Queen Street from Sherman Street north to Washington Street The west side of State Street from Railroad Street north to Washington Street The east side of State Street from Washington Street south for 110 feet The south side ofMaple Street from Main Street east to alley. The south side ofMaple Street from alley east to State Street. CHARLOTTE Mr. Clayton R. Johnson, age 91, of Charlotte and formerly of Nashville and Middleville, passed away Monday, April 26, 1999 at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. Mr. Johnson was bom on October 23, 1907 in Nashville, the son of Nevada & Addie (Lemley) Johnson. He graduated from Nashville High School and married Marion Snow on August 31, 1935 in Angola, Indiana and she preceded him in death on January 5, 1989. Mr. Johnson retired from Oldsmobile in Lansing in 1974 after 24 years of service. He was a farmer and had previously worked at Rich Steel Company in Battle Creek. He played Semi Pro In Memoriain The south side ofMaple Street from State Street east to Queen Street. The north side ofMaple Street from Main Street east to alley. The north side ofMaple Street from alley east to State Street. The east side of State Street from Sherman Street north for 45 ft. The Village Council has resolved its intention to proceed pursuant to the Ordinance No. 5-30-96 to make said public improvements in the Village. The Village Council has tentatively determined that 1/2 of the Village cost of said public improvements shall be specially assessed against each ofthe following described lots and parcels of land, which together comprise the proposed 1999 Sidewalk Special Assessment District. Property located in the Village ofNashville, Barry County, Michigan, and described as follows: 103 N. State, 109 N. State, 203 N. State, 2'07 N. State, 211 N. State, 219 N. State, 225 N. State, 124 Washington, 210 Washington, 126 Sherman, 108 S. State, 116 S. State, 122 S. State, 128 S. State, 132 S. State, 124 Church, 210 S. State, 214 S. State, 222 S. State, 226 S. State, 202 N. Main, 112 N. Main, 107 Maple, 110 Maple, 151 Maple, 177 Maple, 204 Maple, 210 Maple, 218 Maple, 224 Maple, 112 Queen, 204 Queen, 210 Queen, 220 Queen, 304 Washington, 203 Sherman. TAKE NOTICE that the Village Council ofthe Village ofNashville will hold a public hearing on May 13,1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 204 N. Main St. to hear and consid­ er any objection to the proposed public improvements, the proposed 1999 Special Assessment District, and all other matters relating to said public improvements. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the estimates ofcost for the public improvements are on file with the Village Clerk for public examination. PROPERTY SHALL NOT BE ADDED TO THE PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DIS­ TRICT AND THE ORIGINAL ESTIMATE OF COST SHALL NOT BE SUBSTANTIALLY INCREASED WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE AND PUBLIC HEARING. This notice was authorized by the Village Council ofthe Village ofNashville. IN LOVING MEMORY OF PHYLLIS J. JENSEN, wife, mother, grandmother who went to be with the Lord, May 4,1997. You will be forever in our thoughts and hearts. We miss and love you very much. Husband, children and grand­ children. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604, REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604._________________ ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Village Hall Village ofNashville 206 N. Main Nashville, MI 49073 (517) 852-9544 DATED: April 27, 1999 NASHVILLE - Sigfrid “Siggy” M. Johnson, age 100, of Nashville and formerly of Lansing, passed away Thursday, April 29, 1999 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. He was bom February 15, 1899 in Chicago, the son of Martin & Carolina (Anderson) Johnson. He graduated from Country School in Illinois in 1914, and grew up in the Gun Lake Area on the farm. He moved to Lansing where he owned and operated Reo Motor Car Agency/Dealership for eight years. During World War U, he was Chief Deputy Sheriff for Ingham County, and was a Used Car Dealer in Lansing for 45 years, retiring in 1962. Mr. Johnson came to Nashville in 1966 when he married Beatrice Gill in Hastings on July 29, 1966 and she preceded him in death on July 30, 1995. Mr. Johnson was a life member of the Elks Lodge in Lansing and was an avid golfer. He was also preceded in death by one brother and two sisters. Mr. Johnson is survived by his son, Larry (Mildred) Johnson of Tallahassee, Florida; step-son, Gordon Gill of Phoenix, Arizona; grandchildren, Gary, Robin, Renee, Amber, Sheryl, Deborah (Guppy), and numerous great grandchildren. Visitation for Mr. Johnson will be Tuesday, May 4, 1999 at noon until service time at the Nashville Baptist Church. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, May 4, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. at the Nashville Baptist Church with a police escort from Ingham County Sheriff Department as well as other police departments. Memorials may be made to the Nashville Baptist Church. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Clayton R. Johnson THORNAPPLE MANOR «- f Sigfrid “Siggy” M. Johnson (102) TIRED OF RENTING? Own your own 2 bedroom mobile home in trailer park in Lake Odessa. $2,500 OBO. Call Lori or Jody at 517-852-3955 for more information. Baseball with his brother, John Johnson as well as many other sports. He enjoyed fishing and camping with his R.V. trailer. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Marcella Jean Johnson and brother, John Johnson. Mr. Johnson is survived by his sons, Winston (Dianne) Johnson of Charlotte, Gregory Johnson of Charlotte; daughters, Deanna, (Gerry) Becktel of Cloverdale, Christine Johnson and her husband, Larry Reynolds of Charlotte; grandchildren, Todd Becktel, Barbara Jeffery, Troy Becktel, Heath Johnson, Bradley Johnson, and Deena Hollister; eight great grandchildren. Graveside Services for Mr. Johnson were held on Saturday, May 1, 1999 at the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Reverend Alan Mettler officiated. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made to Putnam Library or Meals on Wheels. ■ Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Custom Built Homes By... Woodland Builders Complete Service for... Lot Development, Basement, Well, Septic & Excavating Call Lloyd Root, General Contractor Licensed <£ Insured #074260 616-367-4393 Full-Time Experienced Machine Operator Must be experienced in set-up and operation ofBindery Equipment, Stitcher/Trimmer. People Oriented a Must! Please apply in person at J-Ad Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings No Phone Calls THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE WILL BE ACCEPTING BIDS For clearing trees, brush, roots and stumps in a village right of way. After water/sewer lines are installed, road will be cut and grav­ el and sand will be placed according to road specifications. Successful bidder must be licensed, bonded and insured. Bids must be received at the village office, 121 Eastside Dr., by 3:30 p.m. Thursday, May 6. Bids will be opened at a commit­ tee meeting at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, May 6. The Village of Vermontville has the right to accept or reject any/all bids. ]Q1 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 4,1999 - Page 9 Jim and RuthPino elected to MSAC James and Ruth Pino of Nashville have been elected to the Michigan Senior Ad­ vocates Council (MSAC). The delegates for Region IIIB, Area Agency on Aging, were approved by the Region IIIB Policy Board Advisory Council. Members are chosen tthrough the Area Agency on Aging to actively advo­ cate on behalf of Michigan seniors with the governor, the legislature and other elected officials. '%k k > >*iS , ' Q h ** ®SKt hafejj Phi 30.1 Jiffit itWtasii. MMtrs Mte$enKi|L The MSAC is composed of del­ egates from each area Agency on Aging serving a two year term from July 1 to June 30. Under the Older Americans Act of 1973 they advo­ cate on behalf of older persons they represent... They are asked to take a statewide perspective on critical aging issues, and get actively involved in “advo­ cate issues.’ The MSAC is composed of delegates from each Area Agency on Aging serving a two year term from July 1 to June 30. Under the Older Americans Act of 1973 they advocate on behalf of older person s they represent, bring together needs and re­ sources to significantly im­ prove the quality of life for the region’s elderly, espe­ cially low-income and mi­ nority, and advocate for or bring about solutions for uri- i^ent, feint, Wil , iatHEoR me&penW EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE by local, state or federal law makers about issues of im­ portance. Ruth Pino graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1944, received a master’s degree from Western Michi­ gan University in 1966 and took 10 credits at the Uni­ versity of Michigan to qual­ ify as a school social worker. She worked in-Portage as a school social worker from 1969 to 1976 and at the Cal­ houn County Department of Social Services from 1980 to 1986. she initiated a Citizens Dispute Resolution Center in Kalamazoo and served as director. Call for Classifieds 1*800-870-7085 LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: James and Ruth Pino met needs. James Pino graduated from Michigan State Univer­ sity in 1940, majoring in his­ tory and political science. After the war, he started a book and music store in Howell, and in two years ex­ panded to three stores in Lansing, East Lansing,. and Frandor Shopping Center. He ran for Congress in -1959 against Alvin Bently. After 25 years, he retired from re­ tail business and for 12 years managed the west coast of- fice of the Friends Commit­ tee on Legislation, a Quaker lobbying group working on socially significant legisla­ tion. He retired to a farm near Nashville and is active in Thornapple Arts Council, Barry County Democratic Committee, the Michigan Farmers Union, and the AAA. He stated the “First Friday” forum in Hastings 10 years ago, which meets on the first Friday of each month to hear a talk usually Please take notice that the regular school election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 14, 1999: THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, JUNE 14, 1999, IS MONDAY, MAY 17, 1999. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY,, MAY 17, 1999, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION. To register, visit any Secretary of State branch office or your county, city or township clerk’s office. Persons planning to register with the respective country, city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on which the clerks' offices are open for registration. This Notice is given by order of the board of education. Allison Avery Secretary, Board of Education �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 4,1999 - Page 10 Late Lions rally, continued from page 12 Lions' first baseman Ryan Matson (17) prepares to put the tag on runner attempting to get back to first. Tyson Vorce (3) scoots back to first as Bellevue checks him back to the bag. Recreation FISH FOR STOCKING: Gi­ ant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth , Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis* Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, Mi 49055., 616-628-2056 days., 616-624-6215 evenings. CLEAN OUT YOUR BASE­ MENT and your attic. Turn ex­ tra and unwanted clothing and household items into cash! Ad­ vertise garage sales, porch sales, yard sales and miscellaneous items with classifieds in both the Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 616-945-9554 Spring Planting E-X-T-E-N-D THE LIFE OF YOUR PLANTER with... New Genuine John Deere Parts Ken Lacksheide (5) extends his arms out in hopes of making contact in baseball action last week with Bellevue. Girl Scouts plan spring registration at Vermontville UM Parts for John Deere finger-pickup seed meters SEE US AND REBUILD YOUR MaxEmerge OR MaxEmerge 2 FINGER-PICKUP UNITS H FOR LESS Worn out meters don’t perform! 6 *15.00 per row Inspection Save time and money by checking meters before you go to the field. For smoother operation, the finger pickup assembly should be dimensionally correct and fit flush against the carrier plate. Proper finger spring tension is another element to good meter performance. Replace stretched or broken springs as needed; also check for wear on seed belts and replace as needed to ensure peak performance. Fillmore JOHN DEERE Equipment, Inc. HOURS: Mon. 7 am-8 pm; Tues. 7 am-8 pm; Wed. 7 am-8 pm; Thurs. 7 am-8 pm; Fri. 7 am to 8 pm; Sat 7 am-4 pm wwwdeere.com Located on 2900 N. Broadway, Hastings, Ml (North on M-43) • 945-9526 Vermontville Girl Scouts will hold spring registration on Thursday, May 6, begin­ ning at 6:30 p.m. at the Ver­ montville United Methodist Church. There will be a slide pre­ sentation to allow everyone a preview of the camp pro­ grams available to all girls at Camp Deer Trails. Michigan Capitol Girl Scout Council staff will be on hand to answer questions about camp, and other op­ portunities available to area girls. Troop leaders will be helping current Girl Scouts fill out their spring registra­ tions, as well as assisting new Girl Scouts in register­ ing for troops for next fall’s scouting program. Anyone attending spring registration is eligible for summer camp programs. For more information, call Carla Rumsey at (517) 726­ 1381. Schedule ofEvents ......... The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: May 4 May 5 May 5 May 8 May 11 Mandatory Fair Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at Exp Building. Mg Assoc. Mtg. 7 p.m., Community Room, Courts and Law Bldg. Livestock Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Open Pleasure Horse Show, 8:30 p.m., Expo Center. MG Public Questions Session, 7-9 p.m., Com­ munity Room, Courts and Law Bldg. May 12-19 26 MG Demo Garden Work Sessions, 6 p.m. Expo Center, Fairgrounds. May 12 Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Ex­ tension Office. May 13 Barry County Homemakers, Spring Fling, C/L Bldg. 6-9:30 p.m. May 15 4-H Livestock (beef, sheep, swine). Clinic 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Expo Grounds. May 16 4-H Point Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. May 19 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice. May 23 Open Speed Show, 10 a.m., Expo Center. May 24 MG June Newsletter Articles due Call 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 for ACTION-Ads ..... �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 4,1999 - Page 11 Area students attend state FFA contests atMichigan State By Matt Joppie, Chapter Reporter On April 30, students from Maple Valley agriculture classes went to MSU for the State FFA career develop­ ment contests. They competed in several skills contests, including forestry, land judging, agri­ cultural mechanics, meat judging, environmental skills and poultry judging. The teams have been prac­ ticing for two weeks. The contests are designed to test students’ abilities in various fields of agriculture and nat­ ural resources. in Participating the forestry contest included Tom Powers, Matt Joppie, made up the environmental Brian Swan and Jason Whit­ science team. more. Chrissy Racine, Mark Over 150 FFA chapters Noteboom, Melinda Powers, and over 2,000 FFA memAshley Fox, Jacob Skelton, bers participated in the state Camile Wieland, Cheri Holt contest. Results of the con­ and Angie Decker partici- ttest will be sent to the chappated in the poultry contest. ters later in May. The meats team includedd “The state FFA contests Jessica Chaffee, Matt Emery,-and David Abfalter. Angela Rollins, Tim Rum­ sey, Kristy Slawinsky, Alan Smith, participated in the land judging contest. Scott Ashley, BJ Griffin, Jack Owens, and Loren Wright made up the ag mechanics team, and Brandon Kay, Missy Musser, Cryus Brandenburg and Trisha Johnson Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 905-9550 to place your classified ad. are a great way for students to show what they have learned, build resume skills, and meet new people,” said Maple Valley FFA Advisor, Janet Cornell.” Maple Valley students have participated in the contest for several years with positive results.” b<JLK STONe Both Decorative Stone Red volcanic Rock Crystal Marble $7^1 *90 yd. + tax *109.00ydl. + tax We Load - U Haul We Load - U Haul Silica Pebbles Spanish Tile $95.OOy HOD.OOy d We Load - U Haul AM I LTp/y We Load - U Haul DELIVERY AVAILABLE .Master Cani VISA Reading Recovery program a success 517-852-1864 CUSTOMER SERVICE - QUALITY PRODUCTS - LOW PRICES GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE • CLOSED SUNDAY LOCATION: JUST 20 MINUTES EAST OF HASTINGS NASHVILLE M-79 HAMILTON BLACK DIR M-79 The Reading Recovery program at Fuller Elementary is already graduating students, says Principal Bernie Hynes. Reading Recovery is a New Zealand based reading curriculum that is highly successful said Hynes. 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I gallon, ready-to-use Spectracide® grass & weed killer 765767/53001 While Supplies Last Iret VERNOMTVILLE HARDWARE 131 S. Main Street,Vermontville SI 7-726-1 121 Hours: Mon. - Sat. 8 am-8 pm; Sun. 10 am-5 pm TIhometown JJ LUMBER YARD Cash 8L Carry 852-0882 219 S. State in Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 4, 1999 - Page 12 Late rally gives Valley baseball split in SMAA Maple Valley's varsity baseball team rallied for three runs in the bottom of the seventh to pull out a 5­ 4 win over SMAA foe Bellevue April 27 in Game 2 of a doubleheader in Vermontville. The Lions limited the opposition to just four hits in the win with pitcher Ken Lackscheide striking out six Bellevue hitters. Nathan Swift proved to be the most potent hitter in the Valley lineup with Maple Valley's varsity baseball team includes (front row, from left) Chris Ewing, Ken Lackscheide, Nathan Swift, Tyson Vorce, Steve Shipman; (back row) Coach Meade, Mike Meade, Ryan Matson, Kyle Kines, Paul Baird, Jacob Cole, Brett Lancaster, Chris Lentz and Coach Mittelstaedt. Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt talks strategy with his Maple Valley Lions varsity baseball squad. two hits including a triple. Swift also drove in three of the team's five runs. Other contributors included Chris Ewing and Kyle Kines. Ewing had a two-base rap, while Kines had two RBI and scored twice. In the opening game of the doubleheader, Bellevue pulled out a 7-0 victory. Ewing was the losing pitcher. Swift and Lackscheide picked up the only two hits for Valley (1-7 overall, 1-3 in the SMAA) in Game 1. Lackschide had a single in the sixth inning and Swift had a single in the seventh. Maple Valley will host Portland St. Patrick in non-league action Wednesday (May 5). More photos, page 10 Maple Valley pitcher Chris Ewing fires one toward home in Game 1 of last week's SMAA twin bill. 7-9# Avg., Troyer Smoked 20-25 Ct., 8 Oz. 41-50 Ct. Texas Raw Lean Boneless Lean Boneless Shrimp Rings Brown Shrimp 99 Pork Chops Hams ’A rP!P!1 u fa 'A A K w V. A 10 Oz., Thorn Apple Valley Reg. or Cheese USDA Choice Bone Steak ■v. a ■ a ■ A Smoky Links A USDA Choice Boneless <A I Rib Eye Steak USDA Choice 'fa 4 Strip Steak ft Walley- SMOKY LINKS '4 Bareman’s Gallon 2 % Milk 1/2 Gal., Bareman’s i Orange Juice...... 99* 1/2 Gal., Asst. Var., Hudsonville ice Cream IGA Ph 726-0640 Vermontville Grocery —"°M“ Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday K 4 04 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-05-11.pdf 9fbb1a7b207e2f6dca2cef5d23857247 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 RCH ST P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 19/M ay 11, 1999 Maple Valley schools prepared in case of crisis by Shawna Hubbarth note, and administrators Staff Writer determined that it was in There have been a rash of bomb threats in schools acr_oss__the n__a.t.i.on..i.n__the wake of tbe Columbine, Colo., shootings.__________ In Michigan bomb threats have been made as close as Lakewood and Wayland. Even closer to home, Superintendent Clark Volz said there have been no bomb threats in Maple Valley, but if there w. ere, they would be t with quickly and hi Barry County Ass t "The penalty for a J bomb threat is and up to a $2,000: said. The bomb threat in Lakewood did not result in evacuating the school fact a hoax. But the student has been sauspended for 10 .days from school and may face the penalties outlined above. Many parents wonderjust wbat exactly would happen if a bomb threat were to take place. "W We do not run any risks, we have a policy in place," said Volz. "If we think the 1kids are at risk, we vacate immediately and dismiss children to buses and then volunteers and authorities inspect the building. It is very disruptive, as you can lagine. We do not drop off e is home. If the home looks empty, the bus driver ■ould phone into the bus arage and they would , is contacted whether that be a relative or family friend, we keep the young children on the bus." Volz said that is why it is so important for parents to update their children's information for the school, "This information is essential for any emergency, it needs to be kept current, he said. " It is a terrible thing that happened," said Volz, reffering to the incident last month in Colorado "But what we need to remember is that there are over 20,000 high schools in the nation and this has happened at seven schools. With that to remember that we take a risk when we get in an automobile, or walk out —ou-r front doors every day. But because tbe student confessed to writing the Ken’s Standard seeks rezoning by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Vermontville Village Council will look into a re­ quest from Donald McNabb, a representative from Land­ mark Company, to zone Ken's Standard gas station commercial, with restric­ tions. The council decided at last Thursday's meeting to re­ search the matter and gather more data on the gas leak contamination documented on the site. The request stems from soil contamination found last August in a portion of the site, said McNabb. Me Nabb is requesting the zon­ ing to commercial because the environmental laws are more lenient on land zoned commercial than land zoned as residential. The land is currently not zoned. "There is minimal con­ tamination, at two or three locations that would require more work or a commercial restriction," said McNabb. Village President Sue Vil­ lanueva asked about water lines. McNabb said the con­ tamination is 10 to 20 feet underground, so the pipes are above the contamina­ tion. "Anyone repairing the pipes would not have con­ tact with the contamina­ tion," he said. McNabb said the contam­ ination would have no effect on public drinking water be­ cause, "it's staying there and not going anywhere." "Levels that are there will degrade; in fact they have since we have been investi­ gating," he said. "Why didn't they com­ plete the cleanup?" asked Villianueva. "It was not in the same vicinity..." said Me Nabb. "I'm concerned about the rain water... if will contam­ inate that, right?" asked Villianueva. Nabb. "It will with sandy soil...but you have clay soil on the site, which holds it and won't let it go. Council Trustee Rod Harmon suggested the coun­ cil look over documentation and consult with the village attorney. The council then decided to have a special meeting to discuss the mat­ ter. In other business at the meeting, the council: • Heard from Kathy Spears from the local Little League about ideas to put up a permanent batting cage by the water tower, and ad­ vertising signs to pay for baseball field benches. She said she will get back to the council as the plans firm up. • Heard from Ver­ montville Township Super­ visor Russ Laverty that the township is looking to fill See rezoning request, pg. 3 Students in Bob Smith's class help out with the unpacking. brating the opening of the new portion of Maplewood Elementary School is not until next week, teachers and students have been busy moving in recently. In the past week, teachers and students have been scur­ rying between new and old classrooms, moving sup­ plies and desks and materi- Maplewood Principal Nancy Potter carts supplies to the new side of the building as students, follow close behind. Seemovin’inj page 2 • Fire destroys Kalamo concrete business, house • Special education students’ projects are ‘far out’ • Honors Night planned May 17 • Lions baseball team takes three of four �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 11,1999 - Page 2 Movin' in, continued from front page Teacher Rose Dunham unpacks books to shelve in her new classroom. Kathy Pierce packs up Nancy Potter's desk to move the materials into the new office at the opposite side of the building. Diana’s Place The Place to gofor Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road Diana Kuempel f 852-948 als. Josh Meersma’s class was the first to move into the new section. "It feels great," he ex­ claimed. Teacher Bob Smith was still unpacking. "How can I describe it? It is hot, hectic, confusing, fun and different," he said with a smile. "And now that it is almost over, I am ex­ tremely relieved. Many classes were mov- ting to celebrate the almost completed construction will be held Tuesday, May 18, at 6 p.m. This date will also smiled teacher Amy Smith. "But it will be great when we are finally in." Even the principal's office was unrecognizable, as Nancy Potter and secretary Kim Fowler prepared to move into their new offices. The official ribbon cut- ing into not new class­ rooms, but also remodeled classrooms. Rose Dunham's class still had boxes to unpack last Thursday, but that did not stop her students from creat­ ing Mother's Day gifts. "There is a lot to do," coincide with Maplewood's Science and Art Fair. The public is invited to attend. Alumni banquet plans underway to honored classes of 1964 (35 years), 1959 (40 years), 1949 (50 years), 1939 (60 years), 1929 (70 years), and 1924 (75 years). Reservations are due by May 20, accompanied by a $7 payment to Maple Valley Alumni', for dinner. Mem­ The annual Maple ValleyNashville-Vermontville alumni banquet is scheduled for the Saturday of Memor­ ial Weekend, May 29. This’year at the banquet, Marjorie and Carroll Wolff, former educators at Maple Valley for many years, will be honored. Support staff honoree will be Maggie Aspinall, who drove school bus at Maple Valley and touched the lives of many students each day. The doors of Maple Valley High School will open that afternoon at 4:30 and the punch bowl will be reach for those wishing to spend some time before dinner with friends. Dinner will be served at 6:30, with a short program to follow. All graduates of Maple Valley, Nashville, and Ver­ montville are invited, with a special invitation extended bers can renew their mem­ bership at this time for $1 per year. Send reservations to: MV Alumni Association, Rosie Murphy, 704 East St., Nashville, MI 49073. For more information, or news about classmates, call secre­ tary Pam Dunn (MV), 726­ 0416, Artha Shaw (N), 852­ 9389, or Donna Hickey (V) 517-852-0730. Senior citizen’s luncheon is May 19 The senior citizens luncheon will be at noon Wednesday, May 19 at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. Bring a dish to pass. Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad! ILOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 603 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ........... 11 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. W.ednesday Family Night Service ............. 6:45 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ........... 1 a.m. Church School ................. 0 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration .10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10a Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class .. .............. 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School........ ..9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ P.M: Worship.......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .............................. 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ..................... 10:30a.m. Evening Worship ................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship Worship Service ............... 9:30 a.m. REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR' RANDY SMITH PASTOR MARK THOMPSON NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship ................... gag a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517)852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening......... 6:30 p.m. Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service............ ........ 6 p.m. PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School.......... ..9:45 a.m. •A/M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship .. . 10 a.m. 11 am' PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion :g a.m (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer ..................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Booh used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. H'ustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.......................... 9:45 Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service..........7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School Church Service - 10 am. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass' 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 pm.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 11,1999 - Page 3 Rezoning request, from front page an emergency medica tech­ nician (EMT) position on the township fire and ambu­ lance department to be on call during the day Monday through Friday because the department is all volunteer and the volunteers have full­ time jobs during the day. Trustee Harmon concluded that direct communication between the council and the township would be benefi­ cial for the matter. • Heard from. Pat Dia­ mond, representing the Boy Scouts, that they would like to qse a trailer for a conces­ sion stand at the ballfield this summer. Though Trustee Don Martin brought up concerns about vandalism the council granted permission. Diamond also mentioned the scouts want to do a service project in the park, perhaps planting trees and flowers. It was decided as part of the project that the scouts would come up with a plan and it would be brought back to council. and erosion. Villianueva said the road committee would look into the situation • Received a letter from the Fortis Insurance Company, which provides dental, disability, and life insurance that for Mayor Exchange Day the Village of Goodrich, which is near Flint will be visiting May 26, and the council will be going there on May 24. • Approved $750 for forks to put on a Department of Public Works back hoe. • Heard from Clerk Sharon Stewart that Don Steinbrecker that the village computer was tested for the Y2K bug and the PC failed the test. Steinbrecker, of Maple Valley computers, fixed it so it is now Y2K compatible, she said. • Approved $427 to pur­ chase a computer scanner. and program, and to update the computer to 32 RAM and bring in Windows *98. • Approved $23,350 to replace two pumps at lift station 3 on Nut Street. The pumps will be bought from T.H. Eifert out of Lansing. The old pumps were failing and were 30 years old. for the village employees, that rates would be increas- ing by 3 percent eTeftpst/t s • Delayed a decision on putting in Linden Street af­ ter the bid came in at • Received a letter from a resident that when the road is graded in front of their bouse, gravel goes into the lawn and ditch, causing $19,020, higher than the council expected. Villanueva said the committee would damage to a lawn mower at a special meeting. fowe/ts NOW OPEN! • Geraniums * Bulk Seeds • Liners (Made to order) • Flower and Vegetable Plants • Ornamental Iron get together to discuss the bid and special assessment 18 Packs to a Flat and >54 Plants to a Flat s8.50 Tax Included. 4224 Tupper Lake Rd., Sunfield • 566-8253 Take M-43 west to Sunfield Hwy., north 2 miles, turn east on Tupper Lake Rd.. 1/4 mile. 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"He woke up coughing and crawled to the front yard, then went and called 911." No other injuries were re­ ported. Assisting Vermontville at the fire, which was reported at about 10 p.m., were fire­ fighters from Nashville, Olivet, Bellevue, Johnstown Township and Charlotte. "We had a lot of help and cooperation from different departments," said Wawiernia, adding that his depart­ ment was called to the scene a second time to put out a rekindle at about 4:30 a.m. TANNING ’4.00 Ttetft Checking The Best Checking Account In Town! What makes it best? Look at these benefits. ✓Open an account with just $50.00 after that there’s No Minimum Balance required. This means more money available to you! v No per check charge or monthly service charge, so you can write as many as you need. ✓ It’s simple to switch to THRIFT CHECKING, and you can direct deposit your Social Security, retirement plan benefits and payroll or government checks to this account. 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May 11,1999 - Page 4 Hubert B. Lathrop Charles Cecil “Chuck” Cunningham of his associates and contacts would attest to. He was always willing to offer help and good advice, while keeping his keen sense of humer in tact. We will never forget our beloved Big Dad. Mr. Cunningham is survived by his wife of 19 years, Christine; three sons, Keith A. and Bryan L. Cunningham, Brian L. Cagle; grandson, Calvin Charles Cunningham; parents, Dareld and Rosie Cunningham of Charlotte; two sisters, Yvonne (Dr. Larry) Baker of Wisconsin, Nancy Cunningham of Lake Odessa; brother, Gary Cunningham of Lake Odessa; brothers and sisters-in-law, Lloyd (Linda) Catey of Grand Ledge and Richard (Joy) Cagle of Kalamazoo and several aunts, uncles, Beloved Husband, Father and Son, Charles Cecil "Chuck” Cunningham was bom in Lake Odessa, Michigan, August 17, 1943 and passed away May 3, 1999. He retired from Barker Fowler Electric Company after more than 24 years of service and upon retirement, he opened and operated Electric Motor Repair, Inc. in Lansing. He was also a member of IBEW Local #665. Chuck was a kindhearted man, and a hard worker who was respected and admired by numerous friends and loved ones. He was an avid outdoorsman who cherished Michigan, and all of its natural wonders. Chuck’s mechanical ability was unsurpassed as most HASTINGS CITY BANK Has an opening for a part-time teller at our Nashville Branch. We offer a competitive hourly rate with merit increas­ es. Work schedule will average 3 1/2 days a week. Qualified applicants will have strong math and com­ munications skills, be detail oriented, and present a professional appearance. If you think you would enjoy being a member of our bank team, please contact our Hastings City Bank Personnel Office at 150 W. Court St., Hastings, MI 49058 M-F E.O.E. nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mr. Cunningham were held Friday, May 7, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home. Dave Voorhees officiated. If desired memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Neoba E. Klont---SARASOTA, FLORIDA Neoba E. Klont, age 94, of Sarasota, Florida, formerly of Lansing, passed away Monday, May 3, 1999. Mrs. Klont was bom January 2, 1905 in Vermontville, the daughter of William and Edith (Smith) Wright. She was retired from the Board of Water and Light in Lansing for 42 years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Tunnes Klont and sister, Doris Powers. Mrs. Klont is survived by her sister, Ada Rowe of Sarasota, Florida and several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Graveside Services for Mrs. Klont were held Friday, May 7, 1999 at Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo Township, Michigan. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 realtor'I Fax: 852-9138 Broker, MLS, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI............................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)............................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)..................... 852-5066 NASHVILLE Mr. Hubert B. Lathrop, age 88, of Nashville, passed away Tuesday, May 4, 1999 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mr. Lathrop was bom on September 26, 1910 in Castleton Township, Barry County, the son of Egbert & Rhoda (Boone) Lathrop. He was raised in the Barryville area of Barty County and attended the Barryville Country School, graduating in 1930 from Hastings High School. Mr. Lathrop married Agnes L. Surine on April 23, 1932. Mr. Lathrop’s employment included: “Lathrop’s TV Sales and Repairs” in Nashville, which he owned and operated about 20 years, Green’s Implement Company in Nashville, he was engaged in farming, E.W. Bliss Company in Hastings and the old Nashville Creamery. He retired in 1979. Mr. Lathrop was a former Village of Nashville Councilman. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Marleen Ann Lathrop on July 26, 1991 and an infant brother. Mr. Lathrop is survived by his wife, Agnes; son, Hubert E. (Janet) Lathrop of Port St. Lucie, Florida; daughter, Kathleen S. “Kathy” (Gary) Nickel of Nashville; four grandchildren; four great grandchildren; one great great grandson; brother, Ferris (Eloise) Lathrop of Florida; and and sister, Dorothy Kelsey Kelsey of Hastings. Respecting his wishes there will be no services. Burial will be in Barryville Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Susan R. Aspinall LAKE ODESSA Mrs. Susan R. Aspinall, age 36; of Lake Odessa, went to be with her Lord on May 2, 1999 at St. Marys Hospital, Grand Rapids. She was bom August 31, 1962 in Ludington, the daughter of William & Barbara (Smith) Swan. Mrs. Aspinall graduated from Ludington High School and also from West Shore Community College and from Central Michigan University. She was a school teacher for Grand Rapids Public Schools, Mason County Central School and currently Lakewood Public Schools as Resource Room Teacher. Mrs. Aspinall married Doug Aspinall in Ludington on June 22, 1991. She loved her students and especially her dogs. She was preceded in death by her mother, Barbara Swan & step mother, Sue Swan. Mrs. Aspinall is survived by her husband, Doug Aspinall; step children, Kevin, Emily, & Abby Aspinall; father, William Swan Sr. of Ludington; brothers, William (Cindy) Swan Jr. of Ludington, Jim Swan of Ludington, Roger (Heather) Swan of Montague; sister, Dottie (Todd) Eastway f Ludington; sisters-in-law, Laurie (Dave) Kenyon of Fairborn, Ohio & Tuesday (Rob) Van Engen of Nashville; mother-in-law & father-in-law, Joyce & Ray Aspinall of Nashville; her boys, Jake & Dreyfuss; her beloved dogs; and four nieces and seven nephews. Memorial Services for Mrs. Aspinall were held Wednesday, May 5, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Pastor Rob Van Engen officiated. Memorials may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Helen Colegrove CHARLOTTE Helen Colegrove, age 68, of Charlotte, passed away May 5, 1999 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. She put up a courageous battle with cancer and then went home to be with the Lord. Mrs. Colegrove was bom in Martin, Michigan, the daughter of Robert and Maggie (Terpening) Marshall. She was certified a Nursing Assistant with the Pipp Community Hospital/Borgess Health Alliance and retired after 39 years of service. She also worked in Charlotte area with home health care. Mrs. Colegrove enjoyed camping, crafts and quilting. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, David; daughter, Robyn (Robert) Morrison of Charlotte; sons, David (Donna) Colegrove of Charlotte, Don (Nancy) Colegrove of Portage; brother, William (Paige) Marshall of Plainwell; sister, Pauline O’Brien of Asheville, North Carolina; brother-in-law, Russell (Beverly) Colegrove of Grand Junction, Michigan; grandchildren, Traci (Russell) Babcock, Michael Colegrove, Sally (Tim) Steward, Melissa (Keith) Perry, Rick (Jennifer) Colegrove, Faith, Darien, Brandon, Michael, and Karissa Colegrove, Jessica & Jacob Morrison; great grandchildren, Ashley Babcock, Justin Steward, Miranda Steward, and Bailey Perry. She is also survived by her special dog, Barney. Funeral Services for Mrs. Colegrove were held Friday, May 7, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Dr. Charles Moore and Pastor Ron Lane officiated. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church Building Fund. Business Services PROSPECT FOR “ZERO DOWN" FINANCING Put your tax return into this house!! Call today to discover how easy it could be to own this charming remodeled 3 bedroom home with 11/2 baths. Call Nyle (N-50) POSSESSION AT CLOSE! COUNTRY HOME ON 5 ACRES NASHVILLE CHARMING 3 BEDROOM HOME 2-story home 1st floor laun­ Between Nashville & Vermont­ v e. 10 room, 4 bedroom, ville. eroom,statestate- dry, fenced yard, mature ly y country home, ome, muc much or original gna shade & 1 car garage. Call woodwork. Maple Valley Schools. Nyle.. CaU Nyle . (N-59) (CH-55) VACANT LAND 1 ACRE LOT (396x110) on Bayne Rd. 4 miles east of Hastings. Hastings Schools (VL-60) 8 ACRES (APPROX.) 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He was employed at Fisher Body for thirty years until his retirement in 1979. Mr. Dean served in the United States Navy during World War II. He held memberships in the American Legion Post #42 and V.F.W. Post #2406 of which he was a Life Member. Leo is survived by his wife of 54 years, Betty (Dean), and their son, John of Vermontville; two grandsons, Shawn and Brian (Hiedi) Dean, and two great grandchildren, Josie and Dawson Dean. Leo was preceded in death by his daughter, Roseann in 1958. Funeral Services for Mr. Dean were held Monday, May 10, 1999 at the Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Reverend Arthur Salisbury officiated. Interment followed in Hillside Cemetery, Kalamo Township. Virgil J. Hock «ns£ikl M 3 «sn£i 1M n Wife m &s &s J &s JJWWxx 5SS 5^ 2 * * ««J >4 * *S 1* K •Si^. r^Kk k ttyilb IkMu SEBRING, FLORIDA - Mr. Virgil J. Hock, age 85, of Sebring, lorida nd formerly of Sunfield, passed away Monday, March 1, 1999 in Sebring, Florida. He was bom in Dayton, Ohio and had been a resident of Sebring, Florida since 1976 coming from Sunfield. Mr. Hock retired from General Motors after 23 years as a welder. He was a member of the American Legion Post #25 in Lake Placid, a veteran of the United States Army, serving during World War II, and a Protestant by faith. Mr. Hock is survived by his wife, Beatrice; sons, James of Bellevue, and Vem of Lansing; step­ sons, Harold Eastman of Walstonbury, North Carolina, and Arlo Eastman of Greenville, North Carolina; daughters, Debra Laycock of Webberville, Michigan, and Sandy Echmeier of Okemos; several grandchildren and several great grandchildren. The family will receive friends, Wednesday, May 19, 1999 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Graveside Services for Mr. Hock will be held Thursday, May 20,1999 at 2:00 p.m. at the Sunfield Cemetery. 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These students chose such planets as the moon, Jupiter and Mars to research and build models of. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Mary Jo Fralick's special education class at Fuller El­ ementary has been working on a "far out" project for the past couple of weeks. . The students have taken the school theme of outer space, and created reports and constructed models of the far away planets. "They had to choose a planet or the sun and using just all sorts of resources make a report on that planet They also created a model if the planet or sun and their creativity was amazing," said Fralick. 219 North Main St. • Nashville S52-0345 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday, 9 am to 4 pm Saturday PHOTO SME F Double Prints 12 exp 24 exp 36 exp. Fralick said the students poured through encyclope­ dias and magazines to find out all they could about their planet. She said they constructed a rough draft and then revised for the final re­ port The models were made by painting and suspending Styrofoam balls in boxes. The models were very bright and true to each planets uniqueness. One student who studied Uranus said, "My planet is covered with green and blue fog and it is the only one that spins on its side." Another student told about Jupiter. "It has a big red spot the size of three Earths. The big red spot is a storm, and it is the largest planet of all (in the solar system). And the ring around it? "The ring is made from ice and rocks," she said with a smile. The "out of this world" models will be on display at the Hastings City Bank in Nashville May 17-28. For Rent FOR RENT: Large 2bd upper level apartment in Nashville. Adults only, no pets. 852-3925 Offer applies only to develop & print orders for 35mm C-41 process color print film. Not valid on Advance Photo System or Premium Pro­ cessing. Offer good May 11-15. 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Adult Musical only. evening. Many teachers have con­ tributed to the organization of the Honors Night activi­ ties. Ward Rooks and Carol Satterly will act as master and mistress of ceremonies. A formal reception, which will follow the awards pre­ sentation, has been orga­ nized by staff members Linda Johnson, Sharlot Sours, Denise Berry, Judy Hager and Stacy Leiby. Teachers Audrey Watson and Jerry Reese, and secre­ tary Donna Garvey have been instrumental in the or­ ganization ofthe awards cer­ emonies. National Honor Society members will be acting as ushers. This evening of recogni­ tion of the many talents of Maple Valley students is open to the public. Recreation FISH FOR STOCKING: Gi­ ant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemouth , Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Perch, Fathead Minnows. Laggis’ Fish Farm, 08988 35th St., Gobles, Mi 49055., 616-628­ 2056 days., 616-624-6215 eve­ nings. GET MORE NEWS! Sul> scribe to the Hastings Banner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Ph. 616-945-9554 STATE OF MICHIGAN FOR THE FAMILY INDEPENDENCE AGENCY Desires to lease approximately 12,737 square feet of Barrier Free/ADA office space and parking on site for 110 vehicles in Hastings, Michigan. The State of Michigan has a vacant site under option in Hastings and would like to have developer/investors interest­ ed in constructing and leasing a 12,737 square foot building for the Family Independence Agency, (previously known as the Department of Social Services), for thirty (30) year period, contact: Mr. Ashley W. Jones III State of Michigan Department of Management and Budget Real Estate Division P.O. Box 30026 530 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan 48909 Please respond in writing not later than Friday, May 21, 1999 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. May 11,1999 - Page 7 School Lunch Menu Hearty Meals Wednesday, May 12 Homemade chop suey over a bed of rice, carrots, oriental blend, pudding. Thursday, May 13 Spaghetti and homemade meat sauce, Calif, blend, com O’Brien, pears. Friday, May 14 Baked fish fillet, muffin, sweet peas, potato, cake. Monday, May 17 Homemade beef and veg­ etable soup, crackers, spinach, rice pudding. Tuesday, May 18 Chef’s Special. Events Hickeys to celebrate 45th anniversary Louis and Donna Hickey of Nashville will celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary. They were married May 12,1954 at St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. They have three children, Patrick of Vermontville, Karen (and Pat) London of Hastings and Edward (and Nora) Hickey of Battle Creek; and two grandchildren, Stephanie and Kelsey London. Wednesday, May 12 Hastings, Nashville 5; Nashville, Country Strings; Woodland, Trivia; Delton, Blood Pressure Day. Thursday, May 13 Hastings, Music; Nashville, Bingo; Delton, Social Day. Friday, May 14 Hastings, Bingo; Nashville, Popcorn Day; Woodland, Social Day. Monday, May 17 Hastings, Music; Nashville, Nashville 5; Woodland, Bingo; Delton, Social Day. Tuesday, May 18 Hastings, Alz. Meeting 1-3; puzzle day. Hastings, Foot Care and Blood Pressure Day. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 12 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, green beans, applesauce, juice, milk. Thursday, May 13 Choose One - Chicken fajitas, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, broccoli and cheese, fruit mix, juice, milk. Friday, May 14 Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, May 12 Nachos, green beans, applesauce, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, May 13 MW/Kellogg Dominos. Cheese pizza, broccoli and cheese, fruit cocktail, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, May 14 Chicken nuggets, roil and butter, whole kernel com, blueberry crisp, 1/2 pt. of milk. Monday, May 17 Com dog, celery sticks, fresh fruit, apple brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. 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Appraisal fees are waived when the state equalized value (SEV) ofyour home can be used in place of the normally required appraisal. Home Equity Line Annual Percentage Rate (APR) varies through life ofthe loan. Current APR as of 3/1/99 is 9.75% and maximum APR is 18%. Home Equity Fixed Loan APR as of 3/1/99 ranges from 8.90 to 9.90%. Rates are subject to change without notice. Property insurance required under both plans. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. May 11, 1999 - Page 10 Lions baseball squad takes three of four Maple Valley scored a doublebeader sweep over SMAA foe Dansville May 3 on (he road. The Lions won the first game 12-2 and equaled that offensive output in a 12-9 second game triumph Ryan Matson went 3for-4 with a double, a homerun and four RBI in the opener. Kyle Kines added a double and Jacob Cole two RBI also in the 10-run win. On the mound, Chris Ewing fanned eight, allowed just four hits and walked four to notch the mound victory. In the nightcap, Nathan Swift went 2-for-5, Tyson Vorce 2-for-3 with three RBI, Ken Lacksheide 2-for3 and Brett Lancaster 2-for4 with a homerun and two RBI. Maple Valley continued to swing the bats May 5 in a 14-4 win over Portland St. Patrick. Portland, however, won the second contest 9-5. The Lions managed 10 hits in the first game and scored six runs in the second inning and six runs in the fifth inning. Ewing smacked a grand slam homerun, Lacksheide went 2-for-2 with four RBI, Vorce was 2-for-3, Chris Lentz had a double and three RBI and Cole also went 2-for-3. Swift was the winning pitcher and allowed just five hits. Matson went 2-for-3 with two RBI and Kines smacked a homerun for the Lions' highlights in the second game. The hitting was solid, but so was the Lions' defense. "We played good defense in both games and only made two errors," Maple Valley Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. Cole was the losing pitcher in the nightcap despite striking out eight. M.V. grad joins Honors Day Kathryn McDougal, a 1990 graduate of Maple Val­ ley High School and daugh­ ter of Douglas and Dorothy McDougal of Vermontville, presented “Isoform Analysis of the Muscle Protein Titin,” in Alma College’s third an- HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - nual Honors Day program on Thursday, April 8. This day provides a form when traditional classes are canceled and students share their original research, cre­ ativity and talents with an audience of their peers. In sessions spanning nine hours, students perform in music, theatre and dance productions, give oral pre­ sentations of scholarly re­ search, and lead poster dis­ cussions. With almost 8 per­ cent of the student body par­ ticipating, other students are encouraged to attend as many presentations as possi­ ble both to support their fel­ low students and to learn from them. Maple Valley pitcher Chris Ewing struck out eight Dansville hitters to guide his team to an SMAA victory. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley girls tear up tracks, beat Olivet Maple Valley’s track teams hosted the Eaton County Invitational last Saturday with a field that included Charlotte, Grand Ledge, Lansing Waverly, Potterville, Bellevue, Eaton Rapids, Olivet and Maple Valley. The Lady Lions tallied 81 total points, 40 more than Olivet. Points were awarded to the top six placers and medals were handed out to the top three. 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In the running events, Heidi Eberly earned a first place for the Lady Lions in the 800 with a 2:27.4. Bethany Poyer was fifth in the 100 with a 13.7 and TeriLynn was fifth in the 400 in L05.34. The 3200 relay team of Eberly, Krolik, Spitzley and Eberly finished fifth with a 11:07.13. The 400 relay team of VanEngen, Spitzley, Eberly and Poyer took a third with a time of 53.96. The 800 relay squad of VanEngen, VanOrder, Krolik and Poyer wound up second in 1:52. 52. And the 1600 relay team of Eberly, Poyer, Ripley and VanOrder were fourth with a time of 4:26.57. In a dual meet with Olivet on May 4 the Lady Lions easily outdistanced its foes, 88-44. 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Former Miss Rodeo Michigan Terpening and her husband Eric. 1992 Chistine by Shawna Hubbarth said the dream of the Staff Writer . newsletter became a reality Vermontville "cowgirl" when she left her previous Christine Terpening has job as a graphic designer for been involved in the rodeo J-Ad Graphics to stay home scene since she was 13 years and raise her young son. old, but says, "I dreamed "The time was right," she about it way before then." said. "And it has really Terpening, now a mother, taken off. One of our goals has found a way to stay ac­ is to have it in every west­ tive in the scene. She and ern store in the nine states co-editor Mary Anne Zeller that make up the circuit. I'd have just finished the third like this to be in the hands Great Lakes Rodeo News, a of every rider to let them monthly newsletter focusing know when events are hap­ on the amateur and youth pening." rodeo association within the Terpening said one of the Great Lakes Circuit. The biggest challenges has been newsletter, published in in the sales department "We newspaper format, is on av­ just hate selling," she said. erage 20 pages long and is "But we know that it is a filled with feature stories, big part of the newsletter. color pictures, and events But really, this paper has listings. Both women, sold itself." along with husbands Eric Terpening said they hope and Ron, write, edit, design to cover the nine states, but and put the publication to­ yet still be a community gether. Terpening said the newsletter. newsletter has been even "Because really the rodeo more successful than antici­ is a community," she said. pated. The newsletter contains "It started out as Ron's information on who is win­ (Mary Anne's husband) idea. ning awards, feature stories There is no other paper like on rodeo queens, barrel rac­ this in the area," Terpening ing questions and answers, said. 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State in Nashville • �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 11, 1999 - Page 8 Extra credit bone up on boat safety by Shawna Hubbarth Fuller Elementary student Ashley Gonser scored extra credit points by building this 1800's replica log cabin out of natural material. She is a third grade student in Tammy Wilde's class. Wilde said the assignment was optional for the extra credit points, and was extremely impressed with Gonser's creativity and attention to detail. "It took me about 3 1/2 days to finish it," Gonser said. My dad sawed the wood, and helped me with the hot glue gun." Apparently another family member wanted to "help out" too. "My baby brother broke the roof so we had to do it all over again," she said with a smile. "But it came out even better." Staff Writer Maplewood sixth-graders had a chance to obtain their boating licenses last Thurs­ day. The students attended an all-day seminar on boating safety and then took the. boating license test at the end of the day. 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Loyal single white female, 29, 5’3", 175lbs., enjoys movies, long walks, good conversation and more. She is seeking an honest single black male, 25-35, interested in a long-term relationship. Ad#.485O SOMEONE JUST LIKE YOU Caring, fun-loving single white female, 20, 5’5", with long brown hair and green eyes, enjoys clubbing and reading romance novels. She seeks a funny single male 19-30. Ad#.6492 ATTENTION Honest, caring single black mom of three, 27, 5'6”, 210lbs., with black hair and brown eyes, who enjoys movies, church and bowling, is hoping to meet a single black male, 29-39. Ad#.1255 PHONE ME NOW This single white female, 42,5'7”, 130lbs., with brown hair and hazel eyes, loves dancing, country music and quiet evenings at home. She wants to meet an honest and warm-heart-’ ed single white male, 35-50, for .friendship. 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THE PERFECT TIME Easygoing single white mom of two, 36, 5'4", with hazel eyes, who enjoys fishing, boating and riding motorcycles, would like to share life with a sincere single male, over 36. Ad#.8O82 LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE SUNNY DAYS Funny single white female, 18, 4'5", 110lbs., with blonde hair and brown eyes, who enjoys horseback riding, music, travel and sports, seeks a single white male, 18-25. Ad#.7973 Single white female, 20, 5’3", 150lbs., a brawn-eyed brunette, who enjoys sports, fish­ ing, hunting and the zoo, seeks a friendly,- fun single white male, 26 or under. Ad#.8399 MUST BE NICE COUNTRY LIVING You have to meet this kind-hearted single black female 35, 5'3", 135lbs., if you’re a car­ ing Jamaican male, 40-45, who enjoys swimm ming. running, the outdoors and keeping active. She’s waiting for your call. 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He is seeking a posi­ tive, humorous single white female, 25-45, for a possible relationship. Ad#.9381 OUTSTANDING Down-to-earth single black male, 29, 6’2", 198lbs., who enjoys music, movies and dining out, wants to meet a compatible, easygoing single white female, 18-46, for a long-term relationship. Ad#.7257 GIVE HIM YOUR LOVE Caring, understanding and the owner of a kind heart, this single white male, 39, 5’10", with black hair, brown eyes and a mustache, is a great listener. He is into bowling, country music, dancing and he seeks a romantic single female. Ad#.6981 RIDE EM’ COWBOY A WORK OF ART CAREFREE STYLE Outgoing single black male, 39,5'6”, 145lbs., whose hobbies include'chess, cooking, casi­ nos and horseback riding, is seeking a funfun­ lloving single black female, with similar interests. Ad#. 1923 HEAR THIS AD Self-employed single white male, 43, 6’, 180lbs., with silver hair and hazel eyes, enjoys the outdoors, sports, garage sales and the beach. He’s looking for a confident, active single white female,.35-45. Ad#.8156 THE GIRL OF HIS DREAMS Romantic single white male, 24, 6’1”, with brown hair and blue eyes, has his heart set on finding a sweet, sincere single singl white female, 22-26, to share his life. Ad#..4518 SAY YOU WILL Simply a fun person to be around is this sin­ gle bla black male, 27, 6’, 240lbs., with long black hair, who enjoys good music, long dri­ ves and reading books. He is seeking a goal-oriented single female, under 40, with a great attitude towards life. Ad#.66O5 THE SEARCH IS OVER Don’t hesitate to call this funny single white male, 21, 6’2”, 215lbs., athletic, with brown hair/eyes. He is searching for a single white female, 18-30, to spend time with. Ad#.2638 HURRY & CALL Spontaneous single white male, 23, who enjoys riding dirt bikes, fishing and auto rac­ ing, would like to meet a pretty, outgoing single white female. Ad#.8255 IF YOU ARE... A mature, caring single white female, 23-47, who enjoys movies, walking,, bicycling and more, do yourself a favor and call this outgoing, ng, self-employed single white male, 33 , 5’11", 205lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. Ad#.7232 FOR FUN TIMES Spontaneous single white male, 20, 5’7”, who enjoys outdoor activities, sports and music, wants to meet a good-hearted, nice single white female. Ad#.51O2 I’M NEW TO THE AREA... And looking for a trustworthy, outgoing single female, under 44. I’m an honest, outgoing single white male, 34, 6’2", 200lbs., with blond hair and green eyes, who enjoys body­ building, skiing, biking, hiking and golf. Ad#.1643 A LOT IN COMMON Laid-back, quiet single white male, 26, 5’9", 160lbs., with black hair and brown eyes, is looking for a single white female; 20-29, with similar interests. His hobbies are country music and dancing, scuba diving, movies and outdoor activities. Ad#.2813 BEST OF TIMES Easygoing single white male, 35, who enjoys home fnovies, concerts, listening to music and more, is seeking a sincere single white female. Ad#.5189 OUTDOOR PERSON Outgoing single white dad, 38, 5’8”, with brown hair/eyes, enjoys meeting new people, fish fishing, hunting and the outdoors. He’s looking for an outgoing single white female, 32-38, who enjoys children. Ad#.4300 AWAITING YOUR CALL Self-employed single white male, 32, 6’, 210lbs., with black hair and brown eyes, who enjoys reading, walking, old movies, music, bicycling and more, seeks a single white female, 22-55. Ad#.24O2 EXUBERANT MAN Meet this outgoing singlle white male, 49, 5’8”, with brown hair and blue eyes, if you’re neous single white female, wh who a spontaneous enjoys walks on the beach, dining out, dancing, shopping and living life to the fullest. Ad#.6175 IT COULD HAPPEN Humorous single white male, 18,6'1”, 180lbs., with brown hair/eyes, who enjoys horseback riding, long walks and anything to do with cars, is seeking a single white female, 18-21. Ad#.4549 Single Hispanic male, 43, who enjoys sports, bowling and outdoor activities, is looking to meet a mature, honest single female, for a serious relationship. Ad#.2317 NEW AT THIS Witty single white male, 49, 6'1”, 215lbs., enjoys long walks, motorcycling and shop­ ping. He’s seeking an outgoing, attractive single white female, 40-50, who enjoys life. Ad#.6646 Athletic single white male, 31, 5’11", 185lbs., who enjoys working out, cycling, fishing and keeping active, seeKS an attractive, confident single white female, under 35. Ad#.6376 BEST FOOT FORWARD MONOGAMOUS BE MY FRIEND Compassionate divorced white male, 35, 5'8”, 155lbs., who enjoys model railroading, soccer, sketching, family activities and more, seeks a single white female, 27-42. Ad#.6658 Single white male, 21, 6’3", 195lbs., with blond hair and blue eyes, who enjoys the outdoors, sports and listening to music, seeks a single white female, 18-25. Ad#.3771 STEP BY STEP Self-employed single white male,. 35, 5'9”, 175lbs., with strawberry-blond hair and hazel eyes, who enjoys sports, orts, is seeking an outgo­ ing, positive single white female, 25-38. Ad#.6969 HAPPY & HEALTHY Single white dad, 38, 5’9', 150lbs., with light brown hair, blue eyes and a great personality, seeks an outgoing, honest single white female, 2525-40. Ad#.§758 WORTH A TRY He is a kind-hearted, lovable single white pro­ fessional male, 21, 5’7", 185lbs., with blond hair and blue eyes, who enjoys watching sports and working on cars. He seeks a nice, caring single white female, 18-23, with blonde hair and blue eyes. Ad#.9636 ON THE RIGHT TRACK Sincere, honest single Asian male, 21, 5’8", with dark hair/eyes, enjoys sports, movies, music and he wishes to snare friendship with a single white female, under 23, who is self-confident, with a positive outlook on life. Ad#. 9190 GOOD PEOPLE SKILLS Trustworthy single white male. 31, 5’8”, 156lbs., with brown hair and blue eyes, wants to have fun with a single white female, 26-31. He enjoys sports, movies, cooking and spend­ ing time with his daughter. Ad#.3006 HERE IS THAT NICE GUY! Contact this outgoing single white male, 23, 5’7", 140lbs., with brown nair n and eyes, who likes movies, dancing, auto racing, hiking and fishing. He seeks a nice, full-figured single white female, under 26, 6, with similar interests. Ad#.2484 FAITHFUL ONLY Open-minded single white male, 22, 5'10”, 150lbs., with black hair and blue eyes, who enjoys concerts, dancing and hockey, seeks a petite, nice single white female, 18-25, without children. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM.GL 0503 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 11,1999 - Page 12 Maplewood 5th-graders learning at ‘stations by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Josh Meersma's fifth grade class at Maplewood is experimenting with a new way of learning. So far it has been successful, he said. For an allotted time each day, the children form teams and spend time at different "stations," which are made up of different subjects and have interesting exercises, many hands-on learning ex­ periences, said Meersma. The stations are at different tables in the classroom. Subjects featured include social studies,'poems, lan­ guage, science experiments, a writing station where stu­ dents learn to edit papers, and geography, where they find the longitude and lati­ tude of certain places. There is even a station to write to famous people. Students Sam Pierce and Linzie Rigelman received signed cards from Detroit Red Wings hockey player Martain LaPointe. At another station the Some of the students in Josh Meersma 's class hold their sunflowers. While the flowers are now only tiny seedlings, they will grow to be over eight feet tall, said Meersma. of the Detroit Red Wings and received autographed cards. 1 DAY TRUCKLOAD SALE 12 HOURS ONLY • Friday, May 14 • 8 am to 8 am ^sssssssssssssssss: Family Pack, Boneless Beef Family Pack, Boneless Beef Chuck Roast 39 Ranch Steak 69 li>. Family Pack, Fresh Sliced Pork Steak 29 10# Bag, Chicken Leg Qtrs. Lb Family Pack, Fresh Sliced Family Pack, Store Made Country Style Bulk Ribs Sausage ABOVE PRICES GOOD ONE DAY ONLY, FRIDAY, MAY 14, 8 AM TO 8 PM ONLY. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES. IGA Ph 726-0640 5# or More, Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast 99 % Vermontville Grocery] I - and - Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mo~»nr» .-_F tZri .;* Q8 *a»mrw-C6 rpxm rvt Sat.;• A9 am-O 3 mpvmw« OS.u >nm. Prices g—o.1od thru Saturday smmsssssssssmmmsssssssssssssssssssssss^^^&sms^re^iws � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-05-18.pdf 17812bf0cd1225457f1fd1e5d9e68308 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 111111111 ■ 11111 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 20/May 18,1999 Nashville council approves lease with cellular company by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council last week approved to enter into a lease agree­ ment with a cellular phone company, Message Express. The company will place equipment on the water tower for "exceptional recep­ tion." The equipment, which is not to exceed 125 lbs., will be put on after an engineer who specializes in water towers comes up with the plans, said Trustee Steve Wheeler. Monthly rent will be $500, with an annual in­ crease of 3 percent. The con­ tract is for 10 years with re­ newal of four successive five-year terms. Trustee Bonnie White brought up the need for no­ tification if the company comes on the property to fix equipment "We have four different entities, including us, with access to this tower. If something is broken we need to know who did it," she said. In other business last Thursday evening, the coun­ cil: • Accepted, with regrets, the resignation of Rose Maplewood students go ‘south of the border’ by Shawna Hubbarth Things were colorful and It's a bullfight! Tom Miller, "the bull" attacks the red cape held by Josh Bursley. south of the border in Lynne Snyder's Maplewood Ele­ mentary classroom last week. As a culmination of what the students learned about Mexico, they put on presen­ tations dealing with one as­ pect of the country. "Each group had to do a presentation on Mexico," said Snyder. "They chose such topics as food, tourism, and culture." "I was pleased with the -skits they came up with," said Snyder. One of the more interest­ ing skits included a re-en­ actment of a bullfight. Student Tom Miller played the bull with plastic shovels tied to his head for the horns, as Josh Bursley waved the red cape. Students Sarah Chaffee, Amanda Rumsey, Shawna TeVelde, and Carmen Wells dressed in traditional Mexican clothing and performed dance and broke a pinata. "We had a lot of fun," said Snyder. Mary Heaton from the Put­ route. He also noted that there nam Library Board, as she is moving from town. are three vacancies on the • Approved the summer advisory committee and an­ tax millage request of other one coming up. "We need people that are 14.7963. The millage rate is able to work — research, down from last year. • Approved a bid from plan and bring ideas," Dun­ Brookfield Construction to ham said. White suggested ap­ do sidewalk repair and re­ moval this year for $2.87 a proaching people who pre­ square foot, pending the viously wanted to be on the submission of insurance and committee. White and Dun­ ham also agreed that it warranty information. • Approved the VFW pa­ would be nice to get two rade permit application for youths on the committee. • Heard that the evaluation Monday, May 31. • Heard from trustee Frank on Acting Police Chief Dunham who said the Parks Gary Barnes for his one-year and Recreation Committee anniversary as a patrolman met with the Citizens Advi­ was conducted and results sory Committee and walked will soon be brought to down the river, working to­ council. Heard from the owner of ward developing a main trail Shirley's Chuckwagon restaurant that she was un­ happy that the sidewalk in front of her business was chosen to be redone this year. She said she is a new business, and has enough accompanying expenses that go along with that newness. She also questioned the pre­ sent shape of the sidewalk, as it looked fine to her. • Heard from Wheeler that the ambulance committee will be interviewing a new billing service next month. • Heard from Mapes that he would like to set a spe­ cial meeting with the vil­ lage attorney to discuss the village charter options. He said he would like to set it for sometime in late June. Fifth-graders attend Water Festival in Lansing by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Josh Meersma's fifth These fifth graders show off their shirts they ere given after attending the Children's Water Festival in Lansing. grade class at Maplewood be a good opportunity for Meersma to find something These fifth grader's show off their Shirts they ere given after attending the Children's Water Festival in Lansing. took an educational trip to Lansing last week to attend the fifth annual Water Festival at Michigan State University. The seminar covered many topics involving wa­ ter, ranging from where drinking water comes from to wetlands. "The kids learned a lot about the environment and how people can affect water in the environment," Meersma said. "The kids learned through many activi­ ties, some hands-on activi­ ties." Meersma said he heard about the festival, and since it was free, thought it would the students. Due to last minute scheduling changes, the time allotted for the students was switched, leaving to fill up a block of time in the morning. See festival, page 4 In This Issue • Nashville duplex plan receives unofficial approval • Nashville man gets jail time for passing bad checks • VFW Voice of Democracy competition winners named • Doug Cook hired as girls’ eager coach �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 18,1999 - Page 2 New books at the Sunfield District Library Creative minds are at work, scheming up this year’s summer reading pro­ gram. News of it will be published soon. Science fiction enthusiasts are wallowing in their fa­ vorite reading, now that a large donation is available to be checked out. Patrons rate it as a good collection for a small, rural library. The library continues to add new and donated videos to rent, for 50 cents each. A Bug’s Life, Mask, starring Jim Carrey, The Shadow, starring Alex Baldwin, Mis­ sissippi Burning, starring Gene Hackman, and Inde­ pendence Day, with an all­ star cast, are among the ad­ ditions. New books on our shelve, by category, are: Adult Fiction: With his newest book, The Giri Who Loved Tom Gordon, Stephen King combines his love for Boston Red Sox baseball with his talent for frighten­ ing suspense. On Mystic Lake is author Kristin Han­ 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday - Thursday 10 am to 11 pm; Friday & Saturday 10 am to Midnight; Sunday 4 pm to 11 pm Ihomstow J 219 S. State St., Nashville, Ml 852-0882 DON’T PAY HIGH $$$$$! HIGH POINTS? YOUNG DRIVER? GET A QUOTE & PUT EXTRA SSSSS IN YOUR POCKET Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Agent Just a phone call away from security & satisfaction! Ill N. Main St., Nashville - (517) 8522005 HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! 945-9554 Why Should We Attending church on a regular basis can be a blessed and worthwhile experience, and many people feel the presence of the Holy Spirit as they worship and pray to our Heavenly Father. However, for others, going to church may simply seem boring and time consuming. Everyone is different, and therefore we all need to look into our hearts to find our own unique relationship with God and what we should do to honor our heavenly Father. It is so important for parents to attend and participate in a religious service on a regular basis because it sets a good example for their children, and teaches them to know and love God. Like any worthwhile activity, the benefits we receive from going to church are dependent upon how much we are involved and participate in the ceremony. It is only right that we should continually recommit our lives to God and thank Him for the many blessings He bestows upon us and our family. Let us not give up the habit ofmeeting together, as some are doing. Instead, let us encourage one another all the more. Good News Bible Hebrews 10:25 803 Reed St, Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 am. Evening Worship..... ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................. 7 Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 am. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St, Nashville T Chuckwagon Cafe/ P o t 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm £ 517-852-2SOO 5 HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD (7T) V % Q&fy Q/VKi g^rcKx (TT> V V* MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm 3 WOLE VER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever, Broker 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 CHURCH SCHEDULE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Corner ol Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Shirleys £ (517) 726-0637 CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Cq .a fa Res. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 RICHARD A. GENTHER Manager Church Askfor our sales Dept. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM See library, page 3 Maple Valley Chapel GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville nah^ touching novel and hardcover debut. Pandora, by Anne Rice, and Triple, by Ken Follett, are previous re­ leases and donations. Large Print: John Gr­ isham’s The Testament, is a Wilma Huyck Memorial book. The Quiet Cowboy, by SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service ...............11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ........................ 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class...................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road HORTH KALAMO UHITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ........ ... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship ............6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship Worship Service ........... 9:30 a.m. REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School.......................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service................................... 7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTOR 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday Schoo W.orship.......... .10 a.m. 1 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer..................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.......................... 9:45 Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA.............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School 10 a.m. Church Service.................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL .Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 18, 1999 - Page 3 Junior high students learn about Buddy Poppies Community Service Chairperson from the Nashville VFW Post 8260 Mike House hands out "Buddy" Poppy pamphlets to a student. Poppy. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Poppy has become recognized as the memorial flower in countries through­ out the world. Since 1922, the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States has conducted an annual dis­ tribution of "Buddy" Pop­ pies to raise funds for its charitable programs oh be- Seventh- and eighth­ graders were visited last week by representatives from the Nashville VFW Post No. 8260. Post Commander Gary Brown, and Community Service chairperson Mike House talked to the students about the story of "Buddy" The veterans talk to the students in Chris Pash's 7th grade class. half of needy and disabled veterans. "This is in conjunction with the 100th VFW an­ niversary,” said House. "We have been working on vari­ ous community projects bringing public awareness of what the VFW is." Library, continued from page 2 Jack Curtis, The Benicia Belle, by Larry Jay Martin, ihd The Runaway Jury by. Grisham, are all donations. Christian Fiction: Blood Ties is a new thriller from Sigmund Brouwer, author of HASTINGS 4 Free Drink Refills .250 Corn Refills Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ONLY $3.75 Matinees before 6 p.m. Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tues. • $4.00 Late Shows O No passes or Tuesday discounts Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View MOVIE GUIDE ENTRAPMENT (PG-13) 11230,3:00,5:15,7:30,9:45 0 THE MUMMY (PG-13) 1230,2:30,530,7:25,0:50 0 STAR WARS (PC) DIGITAL On 2 Screens Tuesday Night 12:01am; 8:30am, 9:00am; 11:00am, 11:35am, 1:35pm; 2:10,4:10,4:45,8 :50,7:20,9:25,9:56,12:00am [coupon”"witirfhirAdni Receive al." J FREE 46 oz. POPCORN ■ e (Measixed by vokm not weight) .1 per coipon / bmted sece'es Coupon expires S3O-99 • (MV) THE GIFT OF NOVIES S\SS or $10 Books GIFT CERTIFICATES HASTINGS 4 THEATER Hit our web site at www.gqti.com Double Helix. Book 3 of Bodie and Brock Thoene’s Wayward Wind series is Winds. of the Cumberland. Tonopah, by Christopher A. Lane, is a donation and new release with a riveting plot about a discovery in a for­ bidden Nevada military zone that erupts into a deadly quiet for truth. Adult Non-Fiction: The American Horticultural So­ ciety Encyclopedia of Gar­ dening is a giant reference book covering every aspect ofgardening, trees and land­ scaping. Other new books are Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul, and Our Bodies, Ourselves for the New Century: A Book for and About Woman. The Can­ nibal Queen, by Stephen Coonts, a donation, brings to mind Steinbeck’s Travels with Charlie or Heat-Moon’s Blue Highways. In it, the aviator-author flies across the continent in a bi-plane, en route to obscure places and heart-warming encoun­ ters with Americana. An­ other donation is a new copy of The Complete Prophecies ofNostradamus.Paperback Fiction: Two new releases are Untamed, by Elizabeth Lowell, and a Cassie Edwards’ romance, Savage Spirit. Jackie Collins’ American Star is a previoeus release. Youth Adult: Salamandastron, by Brian Jacques, is the latest addition to the Redwall series. Star Wars: The Crystal Star, is a dona­ tion. Junior: Molly Takes Flight, by Valerie Tripp, is an American Girls Short Story. The Sapphire Princess Meets a Monster, by Jahnna N. Malcom, is book 2 ofThe Jewel Kingdom series. Ashleigh’s Hope, by Karen Bentley, is a Thoroughbred Anniversary Edition. Amaz­ ing Bird Facts is a non-fic­ tion guide to bird species and behavior for young read­ ers and a donation. Junior Easy: Arthur’s Goes to Camp, is by Marc Brown. Humorously titled but educational, Blood and Gore Like You’ve Never Seen, by Vickie Cobb, pro­ vides photos ofhuman blood and tissues under a micro­ scope, which is fascinating and not terrifying to chil­ dren. The library has current and classic videos as well as fax services and a copier. Phone and fax numbers are the same, (517)'566-8065. Library hours are Tuesday through Friday, 2 to 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. HAppy Ifyou SCI THIS HANDSOME GUY ON MAY 20'“, Bl SURE TO WISH HIM A "Earlier this year we brought in a veteran from World War II, Korea, Viet­ nam, a recruiter from Desert Storm and Beruit. We held discussions with classes and the vets told of their experi­ ences in the wars. It really struck them," said Brown. "They are still talking about it." Both men were at the school all day to talk to stu­ dents about the "Buddy": Poppy story and to give general information about the VFW. Cards may be sent to 'Sob <Butler*at 10290 Evart ^cl„ Nashville, MI 49073 VALLEY 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Geraniums • Bulk Seeds Liners (Made to order) Flower and Vegetable Plants Ornamental Iron Homer Winegar, GRI HW1S- EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.......................................................................... 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Hastings Schools (VL-60) 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 »RTY IN VERMONW VERMONsWF 2^/Mprooms, sCFTb2! prooms, CTb!u lc. There is Fa^t* on tthe property (largeWT eWT (V-66) $8.50 NASHVILLE 3 BEDROOM HOME BUILDING LOT IN COUNTRY on Bayne Rd. 4 miles north­ i seperi 18 Packs to a Flat and 54 Plants to a Flat MLS. Fax:852-9138 Broker, IT INCOME PR 2 UNIT PRO • • • • Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Phone (517) 852-1915 Each 'ETeftpst/ia s birthday We Have Buyers!! If you are thinking of making a change ^please give us a call! expressway Interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-49) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE - Perked & surveyed. Located at the edge of Nashville Village Limits. Call Nyle (VL-57) 10 ACRES - Perked & surveyed. Some trees, good “walkout" building sites. Potential for pond, lots ofwild life. Call Nyle. (VL-56) 1.5 ACRES - Surveyed, driveway permit, nat. gas available. Call Nyle (VL-45) 3.9 ACRES - Wooded on private road, contract terms possible. Call Nyle (VL-38) 2.5 ACRES - Some trees, natural gas available. (VL-28) Call Nyle 4 ACRES - Water front, wooded, private road. Call Nyle (VL-31) �• The Vafley News Nashville, Tuesday May 1999 - Page 4 Memorial Day parade slated The local Veterans of Foreign Wars will sponsor the annual Memorial Day Parade in downtown Nashville at 11 a.m. Mon- day, May 31. Immediately following! will be a potluck luncheon at the VFW. Everyone is invited to attend and is asked to bring a dish to pass. COA menu, schedule of events Hearty Meals Wednesday, May 19 Oven roasted chicken, bis­ cuit, black eyed peas, broc­ coli, ambrosia salad. Thursday, May 20 Salisbury steak, dinner roll, whipped potatoes, com, fresh banana. Friday, May 21 Fish patty with lemon but­ ter sauce over rice, coleslaw, carrots, fruit crisp. Monday, May 24 Italiano sausage, bakery bun, baked beans, potatoes, fresh orange. Tuesday, May 25 Chicken Sante Fe, rice, lima beans, winter blend, I $$| applesauce. Events Wednesday, May 19 Hastings, Head Start and crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, trivia; Delton, trivia. Thursday, May 20 Hastings, Music; Nashville, Bingo; Delton, Social Day. Friday, May 21 Hastings, Bingo; Nashville, Birthday Party; Woodland, Social Day. Monday, May 24 Hastings, Music; Nashville, game Day; Woodland, Bingo; Delton, Social Day. Tuesday, May 25 - Puzzle Day. CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. 1 Day Only—1/2 Price Sale After 3:00 9118 Lawrence Rd.—Ruth Hickey's LADIES' BICYCLE BASEBALL CARDS MEN'S & LADIES' CLOTHING (LOTS, LOTS MORE) 3/4 Mile West of M-66 n 11111II111II111111111111 Lions thinclads set for regionals Maple Valley’s girls varsity track team placed second out of 12 schools at the May 14 Bath Relays. Many of the teams competing were Class B so second place was a real achievement for the Lady Lions. Two meet records were set as Erica Krolik and Rose Butcher placed first with a 66-05 in the shot put, beating the old mark by 5-0. The other record was in the pole vault where Carly Spitzley and Becky Wilson placed first withan 18-6. In the field events, Spitzley and Wilson were second in the high jump with a 9-8 and Krolik and Jessica Lesage were sixth in the discus with a 169-1. The 6400 team of Carissa Keasler, Cassady Murphy, Hayley Todd and Heidi Eberly finished fourth in 25:38, the sprint medley squad of Terilyn VanOrder, Alesha VanEngen, Bethany Poyer and Eberly were second in 3: 04, the 400 relay team of VanEngen, Spitzley, Eberly and Poyer were fifth in 53.08, the freshman distance relay team Miranda Farr, VanEngen, Sarah Cook and Jessica Ripley were third in 11:44 and the 1600 four-some of Eberly, Krolik, Poyer and VanOrder were third in 4: 22. The Class C regional will also be held at Bath with the events being held on Friday. School lunch menu Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, May 19 Soft taco, baked beans, pear halves, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, May 20 H.S. Dominos. Pepperoni pizza, whole kernel corn, pineapple, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, May 21 Pancake on a stick, potato wedge, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, May 24 French bread pizza, whole kernel com, peaches, blue­ berry muffin square, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, May 25 Nachos, baked beans, orange sherbert, peanut cup, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 19 Choose One - Soft taco, pizza, chicken sandwich, Save money with our multi-policy discount! hen yon insure your car and home or mobile home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, baked beans, pear halves, juice, milk. Thursday, May 20 Choose One - Dominos pizza, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, broccoli, fresh fruit, juice, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, May 21 Choose One Grilled cheese sandwich, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two - garden salad, carrot sticks, applesauce, juice, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, May 24 Choose One - French bread pizza, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel corn, peaches, juice, milk. Tuesday, May 25 Choose One chicken nuggets, cheeseburger, piz­ za, taco bar. Choose Two garden salad, lime sherbet, baked beans, juice, milk. Business Services QUALITY CARPET AND FURNITURE CLEANING. SMITH PROCLEAN SER­ VICE. 945-3322._ BANKRUPTCY LEGAL SERVICES. First consultation free, fees fully explained in ad­ vance, call 616-945-3512 for appointment DALE’S SEAMLESS GUT­ TERS, INC.. Free estimates. Installation, cleaning, licensed. 20 custom colors made on site. Contractors and do it yourself job drop. Phone: 616-623-3323 Fax: 616-623-3343.________ money with their multi-policy MIKE’S LAWN CARE for reasonable price and free esti­ mates, 517-726-0392_______ discount! Mature policyholders can ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. cam even greater savings. Contact B & B DRYWALL, 12 years our agency today! experience, insured. New homes, Remodels, Additions and Re­ pairs. Hanging & finishing. Call 517-852-9299 or 517-852-0803 VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 YOU WANT QUALITY AT TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 AFFORDABLE PRICES when you buy printing. Call JAd Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph9459554or stop in at 1952N. Broad­ way, Hastings Friths to celebrate 45th anniversary Leon and Bernice Frith will be celebrating their 45th wedding anniversary May 29,1999. They will be cele­ brating on a vacation through England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland. Commodity food distributions set Capital Area Community Services, 1370 N. Clinton Trail in Charlotte, will be distributing USDA Com­ modity Foods on June 8, 9 and 10 from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. This is an income-based program for any Eaton County resident. To apply, interested residents should bring proofofcurrent house­ hold to the CACS office Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 543-5465. The June distribution in­ cludes frozen ground beef, peanut butter, juice, cereal and more. The program is a way for families and senior citizens to stretch their food budget dollars. Future distributions will be in August and November 1999. Festival, from front page--------"I tried to book the kids at a science center, the plane­ tarium, you name it, but because of the short notice, nothing had space," he said. So the children used the morning time at the Potter Park Zoo. "It rained so hard it was like sheets ofrain," said one student. But they still had fun, she said. Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 945-9554 to place your classified ad. �The Maple Valley News, NashVille.'Tt/esdhy, May 18,‘ 199<fr -Paid’S Nashville man gets jail for passing bad checks Gary Brown, Post Commander of the Nashville VFW (left) and Community Service Chairperson Mike House present Carissa Keasler, and Brian Burt with a certificate recognizing the work they did for the Voice of Democracy contest. Amy Dawson, who also participated is not pictured. VFW honores Voice of Democracy contest winners by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Maple Valley High School students Carissa Keasler, Brian Burt and Amy Dawson were honored by the Nashville VFW last week for essays they put to­ gether for the Voice of Democracy audio essay competition. Nashville Post 8260 Commander Gary Brown and VFW Community Ser­ vice Chairman Mike House presented the students with certificates recognizing the work put into the essays. The Voice of Democracy is the VFW's and Ladies Auxiliary's premier youth scholarship program. The competition is open to grades 9-12. It gives stu­ dents a chance to extol the virtues of democracy and experiment with the tech­ nologies of radio broadcast­ ing. The contest awards to de­ partment winners a trip to Washington D.C. where students compete for $132,00 in national college scholarships. The students had the theme of "My Service to America," to work with. Each student composed a three- to five-minute origi­ nal essay that was recorded on audio cassette. Though the students did not make the required deadline for the contest they put a lot of work into their essays, said Brown. Nashville duplex plan receives unofficial approval The Nashville Village Brand. She stressed that before Council gave an unofficial approval of preliminary she went ahead on the pro­ plans for a maximum 24 ject she had to see if it duplex unit development on would be economically fea­ 18 acres behind Carl's Su­ sible, and could obtain vil­ permarket at last Thursday's lage water and sewer. Preliminary plans for the meeting. Vermontville Realtor development include 18-24 Dixie Brand, who owns the units of double dwelling du­ land, came to the council to plexes. Brand said the num­ see if they had any strong ber will probably be closer objections before hiring an to 18 though she is not engineer to work up the pro­ sure. She said she studied what would be the best, and ject "I just wanted to get a feel highest use for the land and of your reaction before I determined it should be a spend the big bucks on the community of pre-retire­ engineer, which is the next ment people. The land is currently zoned PUD step in the project" said ► TANNING *4.00 per visit Walk-Ins *15.00 5 Visit Package *25.00 10 Visit Package *40.00 20 .Visit Package New Tanning Beds California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING < ...Shouldn’t You? Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 ► ► (Planned Unit Develop­ ment). "There is a need for this type ofhousing in the area," she told the council. "I am thinking of older people that move in from the country­ side, off farms perhaps to be closer to the conveniences of town. But they do not want to move to a bigger city, they like the small town feel..." Brand said she is thinking of a latchkey community. This is where the property is gated and not open to the public. "Older people like the se­ curity, " she said. Fire and ambulance and police would all receive a key to the community, she noted. She also said she en­ visions a small park and foot trail, and single car garages for the duplexes. The council seemed to like the idea. "Any housing in the village is a plus for us, I feel," said Village President Dennis Mapes. "I mean I like the small town feel, but you do have to keep growing." Brand will present more permanent plans of the de­ velopment after the engineer is hired. John Ulrich, 32, of Nashville, earlier this month was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court to six months in jail with credit for 71 days served on his convictions of larceny in a building and attempted ut­ tering and publishing, ha­ bitual offender, third of­ fense. He was ordered to spend two years on probation and to pay $1,000 court costs on each conviction. Restitution is to be de­ termined. "His previous five felonies and 15 misde­ meanors gives me every rea­ son to believe he's going to continue to commit crimes," said assistant pros­ ecutor David Makled, who asked for a 24- to 120­ month prison sentence for Ulrich. Ulrich was arrested by the Hastings City Police De­ partment in April and charged with a total of six felony counts of writing bad checks totaling $1,380.58 Feb. 23 in Hastings. Each count carries a maximum possible sentence of 14 years in prison. The felony larceny charge for stealing checks has a four-year maximum penalty. "My client has a corporate business he's got now and he's on the back side of the slide he's been in," said de- fense attorney Frank Hillary. "The only way he's going to accomplish paying restitution is if he's allowed to work and run the busi­ ness he has going." Ulrich said he committed the crimes because he was having problems in his life, including a divorce. "I was going through a lot and I didn't know how to deal with it in the right way," said Ulrich. "I've got child support to pay. I'm trying to get my life on track. I went through a time when I got out of prison where I did real well. I'm asking for a term in the county jail and a chance to prove myself." Circuit Judge James Fisher told Ulrich he can not blame all of his prob­ lems on the divorce, noting he has had a long standing addiction to cocaine and substance abuse. ”1 don't buy the claim that this was out of character for you," said Fisher. 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She and secretary Kim Fowler recently moved into their new space. Maplewood will hold an official ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating completed construction May18 at 6 p.m. This box of donations for the Kosovo refugee's coming in the next weeks to West Michigan is beginning to fill. Donation boxes are at each school and need to be filled with clothing, blankets, and books. Donna Garvey, Principal Todd Censer's secretary enjoys the new computer software Skyward. This equipment was just recently installed at the high school administration office, replacing eight year old software. "This allows us to do student record keeping, scheduling, attendance and reports among other things," said Gonser. "The time saving is amazing. Garvey agrees. "I love it," she said, "it makes my life easier! School news told in pictures jnja. Prestique II Premium Roofing Moving the 4th grade from Kellogg to Maplewood has been an ongoing task. 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McNamara and Theresa Trowbridge and had been a lifelong area resident. He was a graduate of Maple Valley High School. Prior to that he had attended the Charlotte Schools. Channing was currently employed as a Parts Clerk for Car Quest in Lansing. He was an avid softball player having played in the Potterville Softball League. Channing is survived by his daughter, Katelyn Marie Trowbridge of Charlotte; his his mother, Theresa Trowbridge of Charlotte; step step father, Michael Dean Osborne of Potterville; his father, Frank A. (Cindy) McNamara of Mason; sisters, Dena Sue Osborne of Potterville, Ashley McNamara and Kelly McNamara both of Mason; grandparents, Buddy & Sue Trowbridge of Vermontville, Ione McNamara of Olivet, Ed McNamara of Ohio and Dorothy Osborne of Potterville; great grandfather, Steve White of Ohio; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Funeral Services for Channing were held Saturday, May 15, 1999 at the Buikhead-Green Funeral Chapel, Charlotte. Pastor Duane Royston officiated. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to an Educational Fund for his daughter, Katelyn Marie Trowbridge. Anna Drabczyk CHARLOTTE - Anna Drabczyk, age 85, of Charlotte, passed away Monday, May 10, 1999. Mrs. Drabczyk was bom September 3, 1913 in Wyandotte, Michigan, the daughter of Walter and Anna (Zudnczyk) Grabowski. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank and son-in-law, Robert Maihofer. Mrs. Drabczyk is survived by her sons, Frank A. Jr. (Sandy) Drabczyk of Marne, Michigan and Anthony P. (Anne) Drabczyk of Grand Rapids, Michigan; daughter, Diane Maihofer of Olivet; six grandchildren, Frank A. (Kelle) Drabczyk HI, Brian (Gina) Drabczyk, Erik Drabczyk, Robert Maihofer II, Jason (Melinda) Maihofer, and Carmen Anne Drabczyk; four great grandchildren, Katie, Jacie, Ariel, and Zakary. Funeral Services for For Rent NASHVILLE: 1 & 2 BED­ ROOMAPARTMENTS, 517­ 852-9386. 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Burr Hartenburg, a wellknown local educator, has had a scholarship established in his memory by donations from family and friends. Valorie Edmonds Lichtner is the other new named one, estab­ lished by a donation from Dorothy Edmonds. The M.V.M.S. Foundation has three other “named” scholarships; Keihl from the estate of Alice Keihl, Good from the estate of Elizabeth Good, and Hickok from a donation of H. Hugh Hickok. At the board of directors’ meeting, the total for all scholarships to be awarded at this year’s graduation cer­ emonies was set at $25,000. Of that amount $2,000 will be Alice Keihl, two $1,000 awards from Elizabeth Good, a $1,500 H. Hugh Hickok, $500 Valorie Ed­ monds Lichtner and $500 Burr Hartenburg. The selection committee may divide the amount left after the “named” scholar­ ships, in whatever way they wish. All 1999 Maple Valley graduates are considered, in­ cluding alternative educa­ tion, as well as alumni who have requested considera­ tion. Scholarships will be awarded at graduation June 6 at Maple Valley High School. The purpose ofthe schol­ arships is to encourage and honor good, conscientious students who want further training/education and whose attitudes of study and cooperation indicate a sin­ cere desire to succeed. The term “further education” is all inclusive. It includes pro­ grams at any accredited in­ stitution providing post-high Ann StaufferWright VERMONTVILLE Ann Stauffer Wright, age 63, of Vermontville, passed away Friday, May 14, 1999. Mrs. Wright was bom May 14, 1936 in Ashtabula, Ohio, the daughter of William and Helen (Howard) Stauffer. She had been a member of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Rochester, New York. Mrs. Wright is survived by her two sons, Andrew (Dennise) Wright of Vermontville and Daniel Wright of Rochester, New York; five grandchildren; parents, William and Helen Stauffer of Ridge Manor, Florida; and brother, William Stauffer Jr. of Los Angeles, California. Funeral Services for Mrs. Wright will be held on Wednesday, May 19, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Rochester, New York. Interment will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Rochester, New York. Local arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. school learning, skills trade and career opportunities and/or updates, business, non-degree programs, asso­ ciate degree and/or advanced college work. The aim ofthe scholarship is to encourage good people with a desire to succeed in whatever field each has se­ lected. Interest earned on donated money is awarded each year at graduation ceremonies to Maple Valley graduates, sometimes including alumni. This year’s presenta­ tion June 6 will bring the to­ tal amount awarded, since 1986, when M.VM.S.F. was established, to over $100,000. The 1998 Funders Plaque has been added to the dis­ play in the main entry at Maple Valley High School. Dorothy Edmonds’ name plate has been added to the Benefactor’s Plaque. Four new 1999 Funders are: Maple Valley Education Association, Jerry and Sharon Reese, Hubert Lath­ rop Memorial, Family and Friends of Hubert Lathrop, Dorothy Edmonds, Valorie Edmonds Lichtner Memor­ ial. In addition to the $10,000 donation from Dorothy Ed­ monds to establish the Valorie Edmonds Lichtner schol­ arship, the M.VM.S.F. has received: Additional Burr Hartenburg memorials from Lathrom and Edith Higelmire, Jerry and Sharon Reese, and Robbins United Methodist Church. An additional donation for Connie Parker was from Janet and Louis Sparks. Additional John dull memorials were from Mr. and Mrs. Noris Stark, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Stark, Mr. and Mrs. Toni Stark, Mr. and Mrs. John Stark, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stark. The Maple Valley Educa­ tion Association donated in HASTINGS CITY BANK Has an opening for a part-time teller at our Nashville Branch. We offer a competitive hourly rate with merit increas­ es. Work schedule will average 3 1/2 days, a week. 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School board, from page 12 building, Volz said, are that when used it will not tie up 1 -800-4-ARKVET H E ARK VETERINARY SERVICES NASHVILLE R Clinics to be held at Power's (next to Good Time Pizza) w Saturday, May 15 and 22 o R M 3 to 5 PM REDUCED COSTS TO SUPPORT WILDLIFE REHABILITATION TEST AND PREVENTION V c c N E S DOGS - CATS Clinics same day in Grand Ledge 9-11:30 am and Sunfield 12 noon-2 pm at fire halls the janitors at the high school and it will have air conditioning in the summer. • Approved the schools of choice resolution that al­ lows students to go to other schools within the interme­ diate district. • Approved a special meeting on the subject of a staff termination set for 6 p.m. Thursday, May 20. Heard from Volz that the school's construction con­ tract was set through March and though the construction will continue, the board will have to pay for the extra time. Exact amounts and further information will be brought up at further meet­ ings. 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Children learn practical self defense skills. Self de­ fense for women is also taught. Parents are welcome to attend classes. Cost is $15 for junior karate and $25 for open karate. Family plan is $50. There will be no class on July 5. • “Kellogg + Summer = Fun” - This program is open to students going into third through sixth grades. For those interested in develop­ ing critical educational skills this class will meet on Tues­ days, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon, starting July 6 for three weeks. This class will be held in the Kellogg build­ ing in Nashville. The total cost of the pro­ gram is $20 for all three weeks or $7 per week if a student is unable to attend all three weeks. The major goal of this program is to maintain and develop new math skills at Linden Street project approved by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Vermontville Village Council approved going ahead with constructing Linden Street, at a special meeting held last week. The project, at the cost of $19,020 will be special as­ sessed to the property own- mu ers with road frontage. The village is interested in sell­ ing a couple lots they own that will be accessed by the road. John Cripe, of Ver­ montville was hired to clear the right-of-way, dispose of the stumps and roots of trees, have topsoil, seed and fertilizer put in. the third through sixth grade levels, provide students with a better understanding of world geography (with par­ ticular emphasis on Europe, Africa and Asia), and to give students a chance to partici­ pate in and develop team sport skills (kickball and floor hockey). Dave Hustwick is the in­ structor. Deadline for money to be sent in will be June 11. • Gymnastics - offered to 4 years old and up, the class will meet Thursdays from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Kellogg building. The class will run from July 8-Aug. 12. The cost is $30 for the six weeks or $5 per session. This class is open to be­ ginners as well as those who have experience. This class includes tumbling and show team. Mary Hay is the in­ structor. If interested in enrolling children for any ofthese pro­ grams, call (517) 852-2145 or 852-9794. CaO 945-9554 o place your CTION-ad! muk K These children are students in Inez Hubka's first grade class that completed five months of reading goals in the Book It program. They received these certificates and Pizza Hut certificates. Back row, left, Chris Eldridge, Leila Dean, Chelsea Khouri, Ayla Kranz, and Zach Melville. Front row, left, Taylor Miner, Lydia Richards, Brandon Sams and Jordon Sprague. of CASTLETON TWP. BOARD Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD May 5,1999 Meeting called to order at 7 p.m. by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Seven people were in atten­ dance as well. Approved minutes from the April 7,1999 meeting. Amended the budget. Approved the Treasurer's re­ port as printed. Approved paying the bills in the amount of $9740.80. Approved the Solid Waste Resolution. Approved signing the updated fire agreement. Approved the opening of Greggs Crossing Rd. from Mor­ gan to Devine, road gravel, and replacing culvert on Martin Rd. Committee reports were given. Approved signing cable fran­ chise agreement with Nova Ca­ ble. Heard public comment on var­ ious items of concern. Meeting was adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor (100) Scholarships, from page 7 fflKtwa WlVELL ihkm rum 'Cwirai •firn lit Aestoosnsthd Itoti •Pimps'Janks tai Reading rewards... •MclM lOtaW' iti Students attend ‘Cinderella’ last week memory of Leo Spencer, Alex Lynch, and Ann Labik. At their April 28 meeting, they also presented a $200 check to the foundation as an annual contribution. Additional Leo Marsich members were from Harold And Bessie Stewart, Joan L. Bosserd-Schroeder and Craig Schroeder. Bill and Mary Hecker do­ nated in memory of Siggy Johnson. Hubert Lathrop memori­ als have been received from Vernon and Eloise Wheeler, Bill and Mary Hecker, Tim and Bessie Smith, Bill and Laurie Kipp, Del and Judy Nickel and family, Mrs. Ida Nickel, Mr. and Mrs. Delbert Nickel and family, Ward and Elaine Van Laanen and fam­ ily. The M.V.S.F. is a non- profit charitable foundation. Additional information is available. by writing M.V.M.S.F., P.O. 715 Nashville, 49073. Maplewood plans grand opening Maplewood Elementary School is inviting the com­ munities of Nashville and Vermontville to the grand opening ofthe “new” school tonight, Tuesday, May 18, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. A ribbon cutting cere­ mony will begin at 6 p.m. “It is with great pleasure and pride that we present our ‘new’ building to our communities. Thank you to everyone that made the new addition and renovations to our building possible,” said Nancy Potter, principal. Refreshments will be served. 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The girls team should compete for top team honors at Olivet and the boys also have a lot of promise for taking home a few medals. The regional meet is Friday (May 21) at Bath High School. There will not be an All-Barry County Meet on May 27. Lion Dennis Rodeman goes, up, up and over during last Tuesday's pole vault event. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. Brandon Phenix clears another hurdle and looks toward the finish line. 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GL 0510 �The Mapte Valley Hews Nash^lle Tuesday May 18, 1999 - Page 12 Varsity baseball squad scores wins over Pilgrims, Eagles Second-graders wait on butterfly project There’s something hang­ ing "in the air" at Fuller El­ ementary, as each class at the school is anxiously awaiting the hatching of butterflies from the larvae stage. Second grade teacher GerChris Brodock (left), and Jessie Miller hold the caterpillars that will soon be colorful butterflies. rie Long ordered the future butterflies as part of the Earth Day/Week activities. They arrived as caterpillars, she said. The students kept them in jars and when they attached themselves to the top of the jar, hanging, they were put in boxes. The students deco­ rated the boxes with colored flowers. They now wait for the butterflies to emerge from their cocoons. "The kids have learned a lot about the life cycle of the butterfly," said Long. "Through this they are also learning how to make our earth a more delightful place to live.” Long said that when the butterflies hatch, which should be in a week or so, the school will hold a re­ lease event out on the lawn and wish the butterflies good-bye. Stacey Fassett (left), Kayla Chapman, and Brooke Davis hold the soon to be butterflies' home. Maple Valley's varsity baseball week was a solid one which produced a win against rival Olivet and another victory versus Lansing Christian. The Lions met up with the Pilgrims from Lansing Christian May 10 and won the first game 9-8, scoring a run in the bottom of the seventh inning. The second game was tied 8-8 in the eighth inning before it was called because of darkness. Brett Lancaster’s double in the seventh proved to be the game-winning RBI in the first game. Other offensive contributors were Tyson Vorce (3-for-3), Chris Ewing (3-for-4, two RBI), Jacob Cole (2-for-4, two RBI) and Kyle Kines (triple). The winning pitcher was Nathan Swift. Maple Valley had the top of the order scheduled to hit in the eighth inning of the second game with Lansing Christian, but the game was postponed and could be resumed on a later date. Lions hits included Vorce (3-for-4), Ewing (2-for-4, two home runs and four RBI), Swift (3-for-3, double and two RBI) and Lancaster (2-for-3, two RBI). Ken Lackscheide saw time on the mound for the Maple Valley squad. A bases loaded hit in the seventh inning gave the Lions a 7-6 triumph in the second game of a doubleheader May 13 with Olivet Maple Valley tied the game in the bottom of the sixth scoring three runs to make it 6-6. In the seventh, the Lions loaded the bases, allowing Chris Lentz to produce the game-winning hit Top hitters in the win were Swift (2-for-2, home run), Cole (2-for-4, home run and four RBI) and Lentz (two RBI including a double). Olivet won the first game 9-3 as Maple Valley committed five errors. The Lions collected seven hits. Contributors were Vorce (two hits), Ewing (RBI), Swift (double), Cole (RBI) and Lentz (two RBI). Doug Cook hired as girls’ cage coach will be done by Cole Interi­ ors, StaffWriter "This includes a through The Maple Valley Board of Education last week ap­ cleaning of 30 years of proved Doug Cook as the dust," said Superintendent new girls' varsity basketball Clark Volz. The motion was approved pending a war­ coach. Cook is a Nashville resi­ ranty. • Accepted the resignation dent who has coached at the junior high level. He has of staff member Jean also coached for the Junior Shilton. • Agreed to sell four Pro program, which is made portable classrooms for a to­ up of summer teams. "He has worked with tal of $31,000. "We have two good units many of our varsity play­ ers," said Athletic Director we want to hold onto," said Volz. "One will go to Kel­ Rick Arnett. In other business at the logg and one will be set by the administration offices May 10 meeting, the board: • Approved the repainting for community meetings of the high school gym at a and staff training." The advantages to this cost not to exceed $13,500. The repainting and cleaning See school board, pg. 10 by Shawna Hubbarth ssssssssssssssssssssssssss I 1A Pkg., Reg, or Jumbo, Corn King Smoked rk Chons Franks Bratwurst $199 89* 1 zi Ml Store Made Lb. >. • Lb. ssssssssssmssssss ssssssssssssssssssssssssss: USDA Choice T-Bone z A s49 ! Lb. Lb. ssssmsssssJ IZ 2 Liter Pepsi Products 89*^ Pre Priced $3.99, Mi 7.8 Oz., Kellogg’s 13.5 Oz., Kellogg’s Creamer Nutri Crain Twists Rice Krispies 5# Bag, IGA All Purpose Dynamo Liquid K 22 Oz., IGA 18 Oz., Open Pit 13.25 Oz., Big J’s BBQ Potato Chips Flour 89* ! 50 Oz. Sauce 99* SSSSSfrSSSSSS 16 Oz., Bareman’s Sour Cream or Gal., Bareman’s Vitamin D Chip Dipr Milk miik miik)) 99* IGA 7i OK1G1NAJL Vermontville Grocery" - and - Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday ^Sssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssxsssssss^sssssssssxxssss^ � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-05-25.pdf 042a95ebfaa7a966bf1d0b9fe77779f9 PDF Text Text SS P IC LIB RARY ST HA Sl’NGS. Ml 49058 1893 121 S. CHURCH Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 21/May 25,1999 Top 10 students announced for Class of ‘99 Sarah Behrndt. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The top 10 students for the Class of 1999 have been announced at Maple Valley High School. Erica Krolik, daughter of Cindy and John Krolik of Vermontville, lias earned the honor of class valedictorian. She has been a member of the National Honor Society, was SMAA All Conference Academic second team, won the Scholar-Athlete Award, was student council treasurer and competed in varsity basketball. Her future plans are to study psychology or Benjamin Carrigan. kineseology at Hope Col­ lege. Carrie Hardin, daughter of Patricia and Michael Hardin of Nashville is salutatorian. She has been in­ volved with National Honor Society, Spanish Honor So­ ciety, academic awards, Stu­ dent Council, was senior class treasurer, Spanish Club, band, and has held a part-time job. She plans to study mechanical engineer­ ing at Kettering University. Sarah Behrndt, daugh­ ter of Rebecca Becktold of Allegan and Edward Behrndt Jr. of Nashville has been Carrie Hardin. to the crowd, praising tire honors students. He spoke of a recent trip the group took in which tire bus driver was reluctant to drive the students. After the trip tire driver was so impressed with their behavior and Jessica Matthiess. issifij Craig McDougal. April Musser. Brandon Phenix. Trish Sloan. involved with the National Honor Society, Academic Excellence, Citizenship and Attendance Awards, honor roll, student council, and has been a Earth Watch Shriner's volunteer. She plans to study radiation therapy at Baker College, Owosso. Benjamin Carrigan, son of Kathy and Thomas Carrigan of Vermontville, has participated in the Math Rally, Boy Scouts, drama, has been a Highland Forge member and has earned High Honors. He plans to study metallurgical engineering at Michigan Technological University. Andrea Mace, 1998 Maple Syrup Queen and daughter of Kathy and Dave Mace, has been involved in many activities and awards. They include National Honor Society, SMAA Scholar-Athlete, track, cross country, volleyball, band, Jazz Band, Honors Choir and Lions of Michigan All­ State Band. Jessica Matthiess, is the daughter of Bettina and Ronald D. Maloney Jr. of Vermontville. Honors and activities include Mexico State Alumni Scholar, Na­ tional Youth Leadership Fo­ rum on Law and Constitu­ tion, and the Who's Who Award in Math and Science. She plans to join the mili­ tary and study to become an x-ray specialist. Craig McDougal, son of Dotty and Doug McDou­ gal of Vermontville, plans to study chemical engineer­ ing at Michigan Technolog­ ical University. His honors and activities in high school include National Honor So­ ciety, academic awards, Jazz Band, school stage produc­ tions, and Community The­ ater. April Musser is the daughter of Penny and Seniors win awards at annual Honors Night ceremony Maple Valley High School students were given recognition and scholarships at the annual Honors Awards Night Monday, May 17. Superintendent Clark Volz gave opening remarks Andrea Mace. neatness he said he would take the students over adults any day. "That's tire kind of people these kids are," said Volz. He spoke of how the stu- See Honors Night, pg. 2 See Top 10, page 10 In This Issue • Maplewood has both open house, science fair • Children hear about safety at special program Valedictorian Erica Krolik (left) visited the stage many times on Honor's Night to receive awards and scholarships. Superintendent Clark Volz addresses the crowd at Honors Night. He praised the students for their achievements and character leadership. • Memorial Day ceremonies planned for Monday ■ Vermontville postmaster takes job in Middleville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 25,1999 - Page 2 Honors Night, from front page dents worked every day to improve themselves and the community, not for the praise but to look in the mirror and be able to say, "That’s who I am, dial’s the kind of person I am,” said Volz. Volz also talked of the completing coastruction and urged parents and friends to tour the schools, "to see where your tax dollars have gone." Planning a garage sale? Have Something to sell? Call 945-9554 to place an ACTION-Ad! • Zemke Memorial Schol­ arship - Chris Ewing. • Eaton County Commu­ nity Foundation Youth Advi­ sory Board - Erica Krolik and Cristina Desrochers. • Lions Awards - Seleena Carpenter, Cristina Desroch­ ers, Chris Dunham, Heidi Eberly, Lee Gould, Leslie Grant, Erica Krolik, Andrea Mace, Andy Patrick, Bran­ don Phenix, Bethany Poyer, Jamie Root and Trish Sloan. • Valedictorian Award — Erica Krolik. • Salutatorian Award — Carrie Hardin. 1999 High Honors gradu­ ates, gold plaques - (High Honors: 3.5-4.0 gpa and have taken 14 semesters of honors classes) — Seleena Carpenter, Benjamin Carri­ gan, Cristina Desrochers, Daniel Favre, Carrie Hardin, Erica Krolik, Andrea Mace, After die ceremony a re­ ception was held in the cafe­ teria widi refreshments. Scholarships and special awards are as follows: • Eaton Federal Savings Bank Scholarship - Brandon Phenix. • Kathy Carl Memorial Award - Melissa Patterson. • Scholar/Athlete Award — Brandon Phenix and Erica Krolik. • Student Council Scholar­ ship - Seleena Carpenter, Erica Krolik and Stacie Goris. • Nashville Women’s Lit­ erary Club Scholarship — Chris Ewing. • Doug Vogt (Lions Club) Memorial Scholarship Chris Ewing, Jonessa Ham­ monds, Erica Krolik, Andrea Mace and Brandon Phenix. • U of M Alumni Associa­ tion Award - Erica Krolik and Brandon Phenix. • Childs/Demeray Ameri­ can Legion Post #222 Schol­ arship — Jonessa Hammonds and Kara Rathbum. • Woodland Fraternal Or­ der of Eagle Scholarship Stacie Goris and Brandon Phenix. Top 10, from front page Roland Musser of Nashville. Her honors and activities throughout high school include National Honor Society, Scholastic Athlete Award, department awards, Spanish Club, Stu­ dent Council Class Vice President, Quiz Bowl, Earth Watch Club, and Ski Club. She plans to study comput­ Congratulations JENIFER RYAN ers and business manage­ ment at Baker College. Brandon Phenix, son of Brenda Loepke of Nashville and Tony Phenix of Nashville, plans to study accounting and pre-law at the University of Michigan. Receiving a Bachelors Degree in Communications and General Music of EMU We are proud ofyou! < , Grandma & Grandpa Decker Melissa Mansfield, Jessica Matthiess, Craig McDougal, April Musser, Brandon Phenix, Melanie Shance, Tr­ isha Sloan, Joseph Stadel and Aaron Treloar. 1999 Honors graduates Silver plaques — (Honors: 3.0-3.49 gpa and have taken 10 semesters of honors classes) — Andrew Adams, Kevin Aspinall, Sarah Behmdt, Sara Bonner, Judson Burpee, Becki Conroy, Nathan Davidson, Christo­ pher Dunham, Heidi Eberly, Kristin Fajnor, Shawn Gra­ ham, Leslie Grant, Jennifer Halliwill, Jonessa Ham­ monds, Zachary Jarvie, Faith Livingston, Jack Owens, Melissa Patterson, Bethany Poyer, Amber Shilling, John Slawinski and Jessica Wymer. A His honors and activities in­ clude: National Honor Soci­ ety, Spanish Honor Society, Scholar Athlete Award, SMAA All Conference first team, Quiz Bowl, Quiz Busters, basketball and track. Trish Sloan is the daughter of Terry Sloan of Vermontville. Her honors and activities include Na­ tional Honor Society, Span­ ish Honor Society, Scholar­ Athlete Award, Lion Award, academic awards, cheerlead­ ing, reading volunteer and camp counselor. She plans to attend Baker College. Boomers to celebrate 50th anniversary Norman and Doris (Richards) Boomer were married June 4, 1949 at the First Presbyterian Church here in Hastings. They have always lived in the Hastings area. Their children are Mrs. Bruce (Vicki) Smith of Grand Rapids, Steve Boomer of Hastings, Mrs. James (Lori) Olmstead of Nashville and Dave Boomer of Hastings. They have ten grandchildren and six great-grand­ children. Please celebrate with them by sending a card to: 5265 E. M-79, Nashville, Ml 49073. Card OfThanks WE WOULD LIKE TO EX­ PRESS our sincere thanks to NOHLOPENLI r • Geraniums • Bulk Seeds Liners (Made to order) • Flower and Vegetable Plants • Ornamental Iron n • f 18 Packs to a Flat and *54 Plants to a Flat *8.50 Tax included. 4224 Tupper Lake Rd., Stinfield • 566-8253 A Take M-43 west to Sunfield Hwy., north 2 miles, turn east on Tupper Lake Rd., 1/4 mile. HOURS: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.fy; No Sundays everyone who were so kind to call, visit, send cards, flowers, and plants, and bring food at our time ofbereavement in the pass­ ing ofHubert B. Lathrop. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be missed. Also thank you to all of our friends and family who donated to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund. Mrs. Agnes Lathrop, Hubert & Janet Lathrop, Gary & Kathy Nickel and grand­ children. I 0 0 CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP j A CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............................ 10 Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting ................... 7 p.m. S.unday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............ 1 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON Sunday School................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. 11a.m. REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZAREHE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School A.M. Service P.M. Service 10 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ........... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10a Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship .................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH HORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School.......................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service ..7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship.......... ............ 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday Schoo W.orship ......... 0 a.m. 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer .................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening ........6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA ........... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 25,1999 - Page 3 This "Welcome Kellogg" sign decorated the new entrance at Maplewood. tested the batteries to see which one lasted the longest. As a tribute to his impressive knowledge, he explained (twice) to this re­ porter how he assembled his small engine and she still did not understand how it worked. Further down the line, Shane Shance displayed his its a This is so exciting... hand-made, six-foot pulley. His experiment was to ex­ plain how a pulley makes work easier. He said he con­ structed the pulley out of wood with his parents' help. Friends, family and com­ munity members explored the booths, then congregated in the gym for refreshments of cookies and punch. and the improvements on die old classrooms. ’’’’diktat ''3®WMsijk.WtatysrtjnJ WiieM. BITS u» num™, [ jnH,IUiK J 1W Z ’tataituta |p USAA award The United States Achievement Academy has announced that Dawn Hall of Nashville has been named an All-American Collegiate Scholar. The USAA has estab­ Shane Shance with his pulley he made with the lished the All-American help of his parents. Collegiate Award program to offer deserved recognition to superior students who excel in the academic disciplines. The All-American Colle­ giate Scholars must earn a 3.3, or higher, grade point average. Only scholars se­ per visit Walk-Ins lected by a school official or other qualified sponsor are accepted. These scholars are 5 Visit Package also eligible for other awards given by the USAA. These 10 Visit Package are awards few students can ► ever hope to attain. Hall, who attends Kellogg 20 Visit Package Community College, was New Tanning Beds nominated for this national award by KCC. She will ap­ California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions pear in the All-American We care about how you look at... Collegiate Yearbook, which is published nationally. Hall is the daughter of HAIR CARE & TANNING Loretta Pixley from ...Shouldn’t You? Nashville. The grandparents Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm are Theda Gardner of Nashville and Gretchen PixDowntown Nashville • 852-1757 t w AfJ-teijvUta i.v. vl w m TANNING Bunker's class showed how he made a small engine, hooked it up to a battery and Students Ann Huver (left) and Brittany Hillard did and experiment with baby diapers and display the results here. Save money with our multi-policy discount! hen yon insure your car and home or mobile home with us, through Auto-Ownets Insurance G>m|Xiny, we’ll save you M.00 money with their multi-policy $15.00 discount! Mature policyholders $25.00 M0.00 STYLES-R-US . earn even greater savings. Gintact our agency today! TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. May 25, 1999 - Page 4 Children hear about safety at special program 4 0*! #*■ Corporal Terry Johnson passes out candy to the children. iflU* 0010 I ft® The children play games after the talk on safety at the library. Children who attended the Putnam Library After Johnson talked about gun safely, when to call 911, n A Heartfelt Thank You n n ci To friends, family and teachers, for the visits, n phone calls, flowers, gifts and concern n n extended to Amber. Thank You to the n emergency room personnel, the 2nd floor n n nurses and especially Dr. Merriman for making n n Ambers stay in the hospital as comfortable as n possible and doing the surgery and to you, n n Grant Simpson a special thank you for n finding Amber and driving her to the n n hospital and staying until we got there. n fi n n For all the above we are forever grateful. God Bless You, The Hickey Family U U u u u u u u u u u u 1/ u u V u u u V u buckling up seat belts, strangers and what to do in case of an emergency. The youngsters had many ques­ tions for Johnson, and he answered them all. After the talk, Johnson passed out candy, a 911 emergency training booklet, a seat belt slicker and other information. The kids then went outside for games and refreshments. • Johnson said he felt the talk went well. "It's never too early to talk to your children about these issues," he said. School program last week learned issues on safety from Nashville Police Offi­ cer Corporal Terry Johnson. Ki* SJ9** rts/n (Vs 0*. NV® 91 StjlW tMi? ai#l IniWi Zachary Gillfoil, (left), Natasha Olin and Anthony Sherwood display the materials on safety they received at Putnam Library. ilia Hnlaktl School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) RICHARD M. BYRD (MAY 29, 1999) The words to the song are: "Happy Birthday to you, Happy Lunch Menus Wednesday, May 26 Ham and cheese sub, car­ rot sticks, pear halves, dessert, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, May 27 Cheese pizza, green beans, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, May 28 Cheeseburger, pickle spear, hot cinnamon apples, orange push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, May 31 No lunch served, Memorial Day. Tuesday, June 1 Corn dog, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 26 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, YOH HANDSOME DEVIL, Happy Birthday to you." Y'ALL SING ALONG P.S.: Love—Your Brother Miscellaneous LOSE WEIGHT- AMAZING METABOLISM BREAK­ THROUGH: Quick & Easy! Free samples. Call 616-2487707. - Help Wanted JANITORIAL FLOOR CLEANING & SANITA­ TION. Looking for full-time person for night cleaning in Hastings & Delton Retail Food Store. Sunday, Monday & Tues­ day, 10pm-6am„ $8.00 an hour. Criminal history check. Call 1­ 800-888-3990_________ DRIVER-ROUTE, NIGHT DRIVING, must have CDL-A, immediate benefits, call 616­ 698-1122 for interview or apply in person, 110 Knapp Dr., Battle Creek, M-F, 8am-4pm. Choose One Double dogs; pizza, chicken sand­ wich, potato bar. Choose Two - garden salad, carrot sticks, pear halves, juice, milk: Thursday, May 27 Choose One - Chicken fajitas, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, green beans, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Friday, May 28 Barryville Cemetery Association to meet The Barryville Cemetery Association will meet Satur­ day, May 29, at the Peace United Methodist Church, Barryville, starting at noon with a potluck meal. Those attending are asked to bring dish to pass and their own table service. The potluck will be fol­ lowed by a business meeting. Anyone who has a con­ nection with Barryville Cemetery is invited. not it 19 u Choose______One Cheeseburger, pizza, chick­ en sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, carrot sticks, hot cinnamon apples, juice, milk. Monday, May 31 No lunch served, Memorial Day. Tuesday, June 1 Choose One - Spaghetti, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. 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Consent Agenda: A motion was made by Avery and sup­ ported by Sessions to approve the Consent Agenda as pre­ sented which included the min­ utes of the April 19, 1999 meet­ ing, general fund bills of $39,278.31, building and site bills of $443,415.82, and 4/30/99 payroll transfer of $243,939.20. Motion carried 7-0. 3. Communications: Written communications included an of­ fer from Dexter Community Schools for the purchase of two portables of $10,000 and many notes of thanks from staff mem­ bers for the lunch and gifts for staff appreciation week. Wayne Curtis presented a brief legislative update. 4. Reports: Mark Furtaw of Wolgast gave an update of this month’s progress on the building project. Brief reports were presented by the building principals pre­ sent. Supt. Volz reported that there were several issues that neces­ sitated scheduling a special meeting: they are further consid­ eration of gym renovation bids, an employee termination, bus bids and a request from Wolgast for additional fees. He also pre- sented all Board members with a “Bridge Builder" pin to signify their contributions to the stu­ dents of the district. 5. Schools of Choice resolu­ tion: A motion was made by Av­ ery and supported by Curtis to adopt the Board Resolution as presented Wherein Maple Valley Schools chooses to exercise the option permitted by Section 105 of the School Aid Act of 1979, as amended, to participate in Schools of Choice for the 1999­ 2000 school year and will oper­ ate that program in compliance with the statutory requirements of Section 105. Motion carried 7­ 0. 6. Election resolution: A mo­ tion was made by Curtis and supported by Dunham to ap­ prove the resolution appointing election inspectors for the June 14,1999 annual election as pre­ sented. Motion carried 7-0. 7. Girls’ Varsity Basketball Coach: A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Av­ ery to accept the recommenda­ tion to hire Doug Cook as the Girls' Varsity Basketball Coach beginning with the 1999-2000 school year. Motion carried 7-0. 8. Copy machine-Maplewood: A motion was made by Dunham and supported by James to ap­ prove the lease purchase of the Konica 7060 copier from Albin Business Centers as outlined. Motion carried 7-0. 9. Gym renovation: A motion was made by Favre and sup­ ported by Dunham to approve the bid of Dave Cole Decorating to paint the existing gym. This cost is not to exceed $13,500 and the approval is pending clar­ ification of warranty. Motion car­ ried 7-0. Action on proposals for refinishing the floor and refur­ bishing the bleachers was tabled until the special meeting. 10. Staff resignation: Amotion was made by Avery and sup­ ported by James to accept the resignation of paraprofessional Jean Shilton, effective immedi­ ately. Motion carried 7-0. 11. Portables: A motion was made by Favre and supported by Sessions to approve the pro­ posal for portable placement and disposal as presented. Two portables will be sold to Potter­ ville for $10,500 each and two will be sold to Dexter Community Schools for $6,000 and $4,000 each. Motion carried 7-0. 12. Recognition: Supt. Volz presented a “Bridge Builder” pin to MV News reporter Shawna Hubbarth for her efforts in build­ ing a bridge between the school and the community. 13. Closed session - negotia­ tions strategy: A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Avery to go into closed ses­ sion to discuss negotiations strategy. Roll call vote - Ayes: Avery, Callton, Curtis, Dunham, Favre, James, Sessions. Motion carried 7-0. Time: 8:15 p.m. Open session resumed at 10:00 p.m. 20. Adjournment: A motion was made by Avery and sup­ ported by Curtis to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 7-0. Meeting adjourned at 10:02 p.m. Approved May 20,1999 Allison Avery, Secretary Board of Education (100) This year at the Senior Citizens Day at the Eaton County 4-H Fair, families who can trace their heritage to the men and women who settled Eaton County will be honored. Those who can trace their family back to the 1800s and can share this information, are asked to take part. Coop­ erative Extension is looking for interesting stories and history as well as lineage that connects to the past cen­ turies. All family members, se­ nior centers and churches are urged to call the Exten­ sion office for an application to honor their families’ con­ tributors to Eaton County. Nominated families will be honored at this year’s Senior Citizens Day awards assem­ bly at the Eaton County 4-H Fair at 1 p.m. in the 4-H building on Wednesday, July 14. A Cooperative Extension spokesperson said “We are really excited about the won­ derfully entertaining pro- ° Recreation FOR SALE: 1995 Kawasaki Vulcan 750. 3,000 miles, looks great, $3,250 OBO. 852-9030 STANTON'S ing meetings, the group in­ formally discusses different phases of breastfeeding. The topic for this month’s meeting will be “The Advan­ tages of Breastfeeding to Mother and Baby.” Call (517) 726-1264 for direc­ tions. All women who are inter­ ested in breastfeeding are in­ vited, as are their babies. The group also has a lending library with topics on preg­ nancy, childbirth, breast­ feeding, child development and nutrition. For further information about La Leche League or help with breastfeeding, call Kathy Othmer at (517) 726­ 1264. Pick up an application form at the Eaton County MSU Extension office at 551 Courthouse Drive, Suite One in Charlotte or call 543­ 2310 or 372-5594 and a form will be mailed. Dead­ line for return of applica­ tions is July 2. Memorial Day ceremonies set The American Legion Childs-Demeray Post 222 Vermontville, will have Memorial Day services on Monday, May 31. Legion members first will meet Sunday, May 30, at the hall at 10:30 a.m. to attend services at the United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. On Monday, May 31, they will meet at the hall at 8:30 a.m. for Naval services at the river at 9:30 a.m. The parade will start from the bank cor­ ner at 10 a.m. Services will be held at the GAR and Viet Nam monuments immediately following. Services at Woodlawn cemetery, includ­ ing the dedication of all ser­ vice persons in all the wars with a new monument, and salute to the veterans be­ tween 10:45 and 11 a.m. PUT THE EQUITY IN YOUR HOME TO WORK La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 27, at 5777 Irish Road, Vermontville. The name La Leche is Spanish and means “the milk.” A non-sectarian, non­ profit organization, the group’s purpose is to offer encouragement, information and support to women who want to breastfeed their ba­ bies. La Leche League is hold­ ing a series of meetings in the Vermontville area. Dur- gram being planned featur­ ing the past era.” Registration starts at 9:30 a.m., with the entertainment starting at 10 a.m. The awards assembly will be shortly after lunch with more entertainment to fol­ low. Remodeling You’ve worked hard to accumulate the equity in your home. At Hastings City Bank, we’re working just as hard to give you access to your home’s equity. Our Home Equity plan options are more flexible and economical than ever before. No Closing Costs & Fees. For a limited time only, we’re waiving the usual fees and costs.* Two Great Options. Choose either a fixed rate loan or a line of credit. 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OPEN HOUSES: Tuesday, June 1 - 4:00-5:30 and Sunday, June 6 -1:00-2:30. CARL smith, owner Selling real estate and all types of personal property at auction, anywhere. (517) 726-0181 Indiana &SoSto (517) 726-0060 www.hastingscitybank.com hastingscitybank.com Member FDIC Education l*enoer •Fees and closing costs are waived until July 1, 1999. Appraisal fees are waived when the state equalized value (SEV) ofyour home can be used in place ofthe normally required appraisal. Home Equity Line Annual Percentage Rate (APR) varies through life of the loan. Current APR as of 3/1/99 is 9.75% and maximum APR is 18%. Home Equity Fixed Loan APR as of 3/1/99 ranges from 8.90 to 9.90%. Rates are subject to change without notice. Property insurance required under both plans. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 25.1999 - Page 6 Fuller Elementary students have butterfly release The Luna moth hatched just in time for the butterfly release at Fuller. Teacher Gerrie Long helps the students release the butterflies. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The air filled with splashes of beautiful color last Wednesday as Fuller El­ ementary School held a school-wide butterfly re­ lease. vgj I ciiaicih an fiiikhgi.ask The butterflies were pur­ chased as caterpillars and each classroom built a "homerf in which the butter­ flies passed through each life stage before hatching out of their cocoons as full grown. The butterflies hatched last Monday and Tuesday, and were kept alive with sugar water in the boxes made for them. Teacher Gerrie Long said one of the most exciting aspects of the release was that die Luna modi that was given to the schools as a bonus hatched just in time for the liftoff — Wednesday morning. "The Luna moth is so pretty,” said Long as she observed the iridescent silver and blue insect As each class opened the lids to the boxes, the butter­ flies seemed a little con­ fused, but finally took flight — some with a little help from the teachers. One butterfly decided it would "stick around" for a nome.to in Memoriam quality Andersen. Oak Pine Molding ; Plumbing ' Supplies few more minutes as it flew out of its box and promptly landed on kindergartner Tori Austin's head. Historical Society to meet May 27 Vermontville Historical Society members will have their Thursday, May 27, meeting in the Vermontville Methodist Church. The potluck supper starts at 7 p.m. The program for the evening will be Patty Volz, who will give a brief talk about Ireland and entertain with her musical talent. The public is invited to at­ tend, and to become mem- Guardian Fiberglass insulation IN MEMORY OF MIKE SPRAGUE Happy Birthday to the angel who will always be 33. May 23, 1961 - Aug. 19, 1994. bers of the society. The Historical Society maintains the museum, cata­ log and dates all articles given to the museum. Members arrange for the museum to be open for the public, and they sponsor the “Art in the Park” in the sum­ mer, for children to learn a new art project. Future meetings will be July 22, Sept. 23 and Nov 11. Jledict a happy Jl retirement... j/md BIG tax savings 1. A lifetime retirement income. 2. Tax advantaged interest 3. Competitive rates. 4. Guaranteed minimum rates 5. Guaranteed safety ofyour funds 5.Guaranteedsafetyofyourfunds Count on a retirement plan from Farm Bureau Life Insurance 4695 Middleville Rd., M-37 Company ofMichigan. Call today. Lynn Denton Middleville 49333 Phone MAKING YOUR FUTURE PREDICTABLE 1-800-443-5253 FARM BUREAU INSURANCE www.farmbMreauinsurance-mi.com AMYtHtfl Drywall Armstrong Ceiling Tile Hand & Power Tools A butterfly lands in Tori Austin's hair. 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From left:Jordan Sprague, Post Quarter Master Kay Rathburn, John Lison, First grade teacher Mary Keeley, Brendon Clements, Auxiliary President Tina Laymance, Ross Smith, First grade*teacher Sue Schinck, and Kayla Marie Shaw. 4-H Style Revue highlights youth talents Eaton County youths had their moment in the spotlight April 17 at the Eaton County 4-H Style Revue. Members involved in the personal appearance project had been sewing, weaving, and knitting for weeks in or­ der to model their garments at the event. During the day, partici­ pants were evaluated by judges Delores Stark, Joan Guy, Karen Simmons and Rachele Walkington. In the evening, they modeled cloth­ ing for their family, friends, and community members at the Eaton Rapids High School auditorium. The purpose of Style Re­ vue is to help youth learn to positively present them­ selves in public forums with ease and confidence. The theme “Sew, What’s New?” set the stage for the evening Style Revue. 4-H members, leaders and par­ ents from the following 4-H clubs helped with the plans and details of the event: Millerburg, Walton Won­ ders, Boody Feeders, Benton Variety, Gresham Grain Grinders, Vermontville Jr. Farmers and Shooting Stars. Deb Ramirez of Charlotte served as chairwoman and mistress of ceremonies for the event. Melissa Johnson and Christie Stanke both of Charlotte were narrators. Best of Show plaques were awarded to those whom the judges thought were the top 5 percent of the group. Style Revue pins were awarded to the next 10 per­ cent, and Honor Group rosettes to the next , 15 per­ cent. 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Honor group rosettes were presented to Krystin Root, 9, Emily Westfall, 9, Kaitlin Braithwaite, 11, Rachel Papoi, 12, Shelley Root, 13, Hali Collins, 15, Jillian Yeates 13, and Christopher Sloan, 11, all of Charlotte; Kate Mestelle, 9, Kelli Schneep, 10, Victoria Nor­ ris, 12, Ryan Kemper, 11, Rebecca Olejownik, 13, Christina Hicks, 15, Jesse Toburen, 15, and Melissa Howell, 15, all of Eaton Rapids; Emily Eldred, 9, of Vermontville; Erika Boehmer, 10, and Brityn Peters, 13, of Olivet; and Katie Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI................................................................. Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. 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The billboard features four actual road construction workers: (from left to right) Herbey Garza of Lansing, Construction Laborers Local 998; Dave Hughes Jr. of Charlotte, Construction Laborers Local 1191; Bennie C. Griffin of Detroit, Construction Laborers Local 1191; and Debra Harris of Baldwin, Construction Laborers Local 1191. The construction workers are employed by C & D Hughes, Inc., a Charlotte-based road construction company “This year, the Give ’em a Brake campaign slogan is Slower Speeds Save Lives which will inform motorists that they need to slow down and be careful when entering a construction zone,” said Sam Hart, Business Manager, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 324. “Construction zones are full of real workers, not just orange barrels and flashing lights. Everyone is entitled to a safe workplace and the roadways are these workers’ workplace. By slowing down when entering construction zones, motorists can help keep these workers safe.” �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 25,1999 - Page 8 Eaton 4-H fair building project is in full swing The first project of what could become many is under way at the Eaton County fairgrounds in Charlotte. By fair time, a newly con­ structed hog bam will be in place. Already the old bams and cement floors have been removed making way for one large bam. The bam will be approximately 104’ long by 60’ wide, open on the sides to place your ACTION-ad today! with a roof overhead. It will be constructed on the east side of the Andy Wawiemia Memorial Pavil­ ion. There will be approxi­ mately 108 pens constructed in the bam. No longer will there be concerns for rotted support beams and posts, cracked concrete, crumpled wire panels and poor appearance. Instead of an eyesore for failground users it will be modem updated facility. This all came to be through the ideas and initia­ tive of a group of 4-H par­ ents, leaders and members. The idea evolved from just replacing the hog wash area to a brand new building. Af­ ter talking with and getting support from the Eaton County Fair Board, plans moved ahead. Financial sup­ port for the project has come NOTICE TO SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS Rates for the purchase of cemetery lots in all Sunfield Township Cemeteries will increase on June 1,1999. All purchases must be paid in full before June 1st in order to get the old rate. This increase applies to Sunfield Township residents only. Rates for non­ residents have already increased. The Township is looking for donations of perenni­ al flowering ground cover to use on the hill at the Sunfield cemetery. Clerk Smith is willing to pick up and plant if you have some that you would be willing to donate. Call Sexton Dave Brown to purchase your lots before June 1, 1999 at (616) 367-4197. To reach Clerk Sheryl Smith - Days (517) 543-1360 or leave a message at (517) 566-8461. from local businesses, 4-H clubs and families, and indi­ viduals. Additional dona­ tions are needed. More than $24,000,000 has been raised through cash donations and in-kind dona­ tions. The cost for the entire project is approximately $35,000. Making significant dona­ tions in cash, pledges and materials have been Citizen’s Elevator, Gale Briggs, Eaton Farm Bureau Co-op, Vic Parker Trucking, Ed Batterson Memorial Fund, Farm Credit Services, Dan and Joan Haigh, Sid and Pat Murphy, Michigan Live­ stock Exchange, Golddiggers 4-H Club, Spaulding 4­ H Club and Fulton Lumber. Many individuals, clubs and businesses, whose names are not mentioned, also contributed. Donations are still needed to complete the project. All are accepted. To sponsor a pen, a dona- tion of $285 is needed. For an advertising banner to be gun in the bam a donation of at least $500 is needed. A special account has been es­ tablished at Michigan State University to handle all fi­ nancial arrangements. This arrangement gives the special State of Michi­ gan tax credit back to all donors. Current legislation provides a tax credit, which may reduce State of Michi- gan income tax liability by one-half ofthe amount ofthe donation. Also, a matching gift credit is available if a com­ pany participates with MSU. Call Rosemary Malinowski at (616) 763-3648 for pen donations or Anne Pease at the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594 for all other dona­ tions. Housing Services for Eaton County Week declared The Eaton County Board of Commissioners has passed a resolution declaring May 23-29 as Housing Ser­ vices for Eaton County Week. Housing Services for Eaton County (HSEC) is a non-profit agency that works closely with low to moderate income individuals and fam­ ilies living in Eaton County who are experiencing a housing crisis. In 1998, HSEC served 501 new clients who were expe­ riencing some form of a housing emergency. Of the 501 clients, 96 were home­ less, 211 had eviction no­ tices, nine had foreclosure notices, and 185 were either living in substandard hous­ ing or were “doubled up” living with family members or friends. During the course of a VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 1999 SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Village Council of the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, has resolved its intention to make certain public improvements in the Village (the “Public Improvements”) consisting of the following: Installation of a new four- five- & six- (4-, 5- & 6-) foot sidewalk on: The east side of Queen Street from Sherman Street north to Washington Street. The west side of State Street from Railroad Street north to Washington Street. The east side of State Street from Washington Street south for 110 feet. The south side of Maple Street from Main Street east to alley. The south side of Maple Street from alley east to State Street. The south side of Maple Street from State Street east to Queen Street. The north side of Maple Street from Main Street east to alley. The north side of Maple Street from alley east to State Street. The east side of State Street from Sherman Street north for 45 ft. The Village has made its final determination of the 1999 Special Assessment District to consist of the following described lots and parcels of land and against which all or a portion of the cost of the Public Improvements shall be specially assessed: Property located in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, described as follows: 210 Washington, 103 N. State, 109 N. State, 203 N. State, 207 N. State, 211 N. State, 219 N. State, 225 N. State, 124 Washington, 126 Sherman, 108 S. State, 116 S. State, 122 S. State, 128 S. State, 132 S. State, 124 Church, 210 S. State, 214 S. State, 222 S. State, 202 N. Main, 107 Maple, 151 Maple, 177 Maple, 112 N. Main, 110 Maple, 204 Maple, 210 Maple, 218 Maple, 224 Maple, 112 Queen, 204 Queen, 210 Queen, 220 Queen, 304 Washington, 203 Sherman. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Village Assessor of the Village of Nashville has made and cer­ tified a special assessment roll for 1999 Special Assessment District which roll sets forth the relative portion of the cost of the Public Improvements which is to be levied in the form of special assessments against each benefited lot and parcel of land in said special assessment district. HEARING TAKE NOTICE that the Village Council of the Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on June 10, 1999, at 7:00 p.m. at the Council Chambers located at 204 N. Main to review the said special assess­ ment roll and to hear and consider any objections thereto. TAKE NOTICE that appearance and protest at the public hearing is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment and protest at the public hearing is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment to the state tax tribunal. TAKE NOTICE that an owner or party in interest, or his or her agent may appear in person at the heari to protest the special assessment, or may file his or her appearance or protest by letter, on or before ing the close of the hearing. TAKE NOTICE that any person objecting to the said assessment roll is requested to file written objections thereto with the Village Clerk before the close of said hearing. TAKE NOTICE that an owner or any person having an interest in the real property may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the State tax tribunal within thirty (30) days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll if the owner or person having an interest in the real property protested the special assessment at the hearing held for the purpose of confirming the roll. Michigan Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing, Ml 48909 TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the special assessment roll as prepared has been reported to the Village Council and is on file with the Village Clerk for public examination. This notice was authorized by the Village Council of the Village of Nashville. For further information, please contact the Village Clerk, Village Hall, 206 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073, (517) 852-9544. year HSEC also fields hun­ dreds of calls from residents inquiring about subsidized housing, landlord and tenant issues, availability of rental units throughout the county and other housing related is­ sues. HSEC currently contracts with Eaton MSU Extension office to provide life skills training and Peckham Indus­ tries to provide immediate, short term employment and job skill training to clients who have become homeless. Both of these services help to surround clients with ad­ ditional support systems necessary to move a person from crisis to self-suffi­ ciency.” “When a family is in a se­ rious housing crisis, they need all the support they can get,” said Jodie Sparks, Di­ rector of HSEC. “The grow­ ing number of individuals and families who become homeless and those who walk just along the edge of becoming homeless in Eaton County continues to astound me. To be able to help a fam­ ily save the home while the husband was laid off or help a young adult get off the streets and become a respon­ sible tenant are important goals for us. We are proud to be part of the success stories for so many Eaton County individuals and families.” The staff of HSEC con­ sists of Jodie Sparks, execu­ tive director; Dale Britton, intake and assessment case manager; Jennifer Buletza, housing search counselor; Jennifer Kempf, program aide; and Carla Horton, bookkeeper. HSEC Board of Director members are Bobbie Lemon, president; Sheri DuBois, secretary; James Dexter, treasurer; and trustees David Bercham, Kathleen Gibson, Janice Land, Lisa Masters, Leon Monroe, Pastor Mark Thompson and Jean Weirich. Landlords would like to learn more about how they and their tenants can work Cathy Lentz Village Clerk Village of Nashville Monday through Friday. In support of Housing Ser­ vices Week, contributions may be sent to: Housing Ser­ vices for Eaton County, 104 W. Seminary, P.O. Box 746, Charlotte, MI 48813. Barry County Extension Office CALENDER OF EVENTS‘ .................................................................. G.E. Electric Dryer; and Speed Queen dryer, $50 each; G.E. Stove, $50. 517­ 726-0465 May 26 June 1 June 1 June 2 June June June June June 2 5 5 7 8 MG Demo Garden Work Sessions, 6 p.m. Expo Center, Fairgrounds. MG Fair Handouts due to Extension Office. Shooting Sports Competition, re-registration forms due to Extension Office. MG Assoc, potluck, open to all, bring dish to pass, own table service, 7 p.m., Community Room, Courts and Law. Livestock Developmental Committee. Barry County 4-H Rabbit Show, Expo Grounds. Open Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. Barry County Homemakers Bus Trip. 4-H Exploration Days Orientation Meeting, 7 p.m., Community Room, Courts and Law Bldg. Horse Developmental Committee. June 9 June 9,16 23,30 MG Demo. Garden work session, 6 p.m. at Demo Garden, Expo Center, Fairgrounds. June 11 Adult Riding Clinic, MSU. June 11-13 MI Junior Beef Show and Showcase, MSU Pavilion. June 12 4-H Dairy Clinic, Allegan County Fairgrounds, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 15 Meat, Chickens possession date. Performing Arts pre-registration due to Extension Office. Communications pre-registration due to Exten­ sion Office. Pocket Pet pre-registration due to Extension Office. VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP is accepting resumes for TWO PART-TIME, ENTRY LEVEL EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS Each position would work about twenty five hours per week. Starting wage will be $6.00 to $7.00 per hour. For a complete job description, contact Marcia Grant, Township Clerk, 5150 Round Lake Rd., Vermontville, Ml 49096 or phone 517-726-0032. Resumes are due no later than 5:00 p.m. on June 15,1999. FOR SALE: USED MOUNTAIN BIKES FOR SALE at affordable price. 517-726-0465 For Sale Auto windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $17,000 OBO. 948­ 0502 I Michigan State University Extension programs and mate­ rials are open to all without regard to race, color, national ori­ gin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. For Sale 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power Dated: 5-13-99 with HSEC, are interested in serving on HSEC’s Board of Directors or would like to volunteer services to assist the agency, may contact HSEC at (517) 541-1180, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 25,1999 - Page 9 Nashville woman earns AQHA award Wes Williams (right) of the Grand Rapids Post Office administers the oath of office to Vic Haas (left), the new postmaster in Middleville. Looking on is Haas' wife, JoAnn. Vermontville postmaster takes job in Middleville HEALTH CARE CAREER Working in health care requires a sense of devotion, caring and reliability. We feel these are a few of the key characteristics that make excellent nursing as­ sistants. If you would like to train for a nursing as­ sistant position in our skilled nursing facility, apply in person at Thornapple Manor. Our next class will run from June 16th to July 1st. Starting wage is $8.11 per hour with excellent benefits available. Class is not held on the weekends. Apply by June 10th, 1999. cQibrnapple rnappe &■■ 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) ~ ALL JOB SEEKERS ~ Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & September Call 616-374-8837 ...For additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Twin City Foods, Inc. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI E.O.E. Vic Haas of Dowling was sworn in last Thursday as the new postmaster for the U.S. Post Office in Mid­ dleville. Haas has been employed by the postal service for more than 23 years, serving as the Vermontville post­ master for the last 13 years. Haas said that he was looking forward to working , with everyone in Mid­ dleville. He succeeds Pat Kelly, who retired last year. Haas was joined at the swearing in by his wife, JoAnn, and his son, Tyler. The postmaster position in Vermontville is still open. Antiques ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MAR­ KET- Sunday, May 30. Bring the family and view 400 exhibi­ tors. Food, picnic areas. Show rain or shine. 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. $3.00admission. Free parking at the fairgrounds, right in Allegan, Michigan. National Ads HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ 3085 Extl400 24Hrs. FRONT DESK/ANIMAL CARE- to $10/hr + benefits! Training. Must love pets! 616­ 949-2424. Jobline fee. CLASSROOM AIDS/ TEACHERS- to $15/hr + ben­ efits! Entry level. Mustlovekids of all ages!! 616-949-2424. Jobline fee. ASSEMBLY LINE/PRO- DUCTION- to $14/hr + ben­ efits! Lotsof overtime! Will train! 616-949-2424. Jobline fee. BEER WAREHOUSE- to$12/ hr+benefits!! Hi-Lo experience a plus! Major distributor! 616­ 949-2424. Jobline fee. Luann K. Potter of Nashville recently earned an award for logging 250 hours in the American Quarter Horse Association Horse­ back Riding Program. The program provides AQHA members recognition for time spent riding or dri­ ving American quarter horses. A unique aspect of the program is its simplicity. Current AQHA members complete a program applica­ tion and pay a one-time $25 enrollment fee. Each en­ rollee receives an official AQHA log sheet to record their hours driving or riding their American Quarter Horse. Participants need not own their horse, but all offi­ cial hours must be accrued with a registered American Quarter Horse. The firstaward, a program recognition patch, is given after only 50 hours have been logged and verified. Patches and nine subsequent awards are presented at 100 ■to 5,000 hour levels and range from merchandise gift certificates from Drysdale’s Western Store to a Montana Silversmith trophy belt buckle at the highest level. Other awards provided by AQHA corporate sponsors include a $25 gift certificate good towards any item from Drysdale’s Western Store, at 750 hours a headstall valued at $22 from Cowboy Tack. At both, 1,000 hours and 3,000 hours award recipients receive recognition in “The Quarter Horse Journal,” AQHA’s monthly magazine. Jim Bret Campbell, AQHA Manager of the Horseback Riding Program, said, “AQHA is so proud to offer this program rewarding people who enjoy riding and driving American Quarter Horses. Enrollees are doing such diverse activities that it’s obvious this program lit­ erally fits everyone who likes spending time with horses.” AQHA actively encourages horseback riding as a recreational activity that can be enjoyed alone or shared with family and friends. Eaton dairy agent to take Antrim post Eaton as well as his high caliber of Stan Moore, MSU Extension work in the farm financial County Dairy Agent has accepted management area. He will the position as extension di- make a very competent rector in Antrim County ef- county extension director fective June 21. and will be a real asset in The public is invited to a Antrim County,” stated “going away open house” Mona Ellard, Eaton County Tuesday, June 8, at the Eaton MSU Extension Director. “I County office building’s encourage all who have public meeting room, 551 worked with Stan Moore to Courthouse Drive, Charlotte join us in this celebration.” from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Moore has provided edu edu-­ cational programs for dairy Newest citizen producers in Eaton, Barry and Calhoun counties for the past seven years. Since 1997, he was co-chair of the Dairy Area of Expertise, a statewide committee that is composed of dairy produc­ ers and MSU Extension edu­ cators. This committee’s mission is to ensure cutting edge research to support the dairy industry. “Stan will certainly be missed for his commitment to our county dairy farmers announced BOY, Jacob Eric was bom at 6:J6 a.m. May 9, 1999 at Botsford General Hospital in Farmington Hills. His proud parents are Mark and Angela Valdick of Plymouth, Mich. Jacob weighed 7 lbs. 4 ozs. and was 20 inches'long at birth. Proud grandparents are Mark and Deb Hampel of Lake Odessa and Cecil and Janet Valdick of Ver­ montville. MAPLE VALLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT FOR FULLER ELEMENTARY Maple Valley Public Schools will receive sealed bid proposals from qualified contractors for Playground Equipment at Fuller Elementary School. Proposals may be mailed or delivered in person to Maple Valley Public Schools, Attn: Mr. Clark E. Volz, Superintendent of Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096. Proposals must be received prior to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 10,1999. Proposals will be opened publicly and read aloud at 2:15 p.m. All bids will be evalu­ ated after the bid opening. All bids received after 2:00 p.m. of the bid date will be returned to the Bidder unopened. Request by Contractors for inclusion as Bidders shall be addressed to the Construction Manager, Wolgast Corporation, Attn.: Mitt Winstead, 4835 Towne Centre Road, Suite 203, Saginaw, Ml 48604, Phone: 517­ 790-9120, Fax: 517-790-9063. Questions regarding the bidding pro­ cedures are to be directed to the Construction Manager. Questions regarding design and drawing/specification intent are to be directed to the Architect, GMB Architects/Engineers, 145 College Avenue, Holland, Ml 49422, Phone: 616-392-7034. A Bid Security in the amount of five percent (5%) of Base Bids shall accompany each proposal. The Bid Security may be in the form of a Bid Bond, Cashier’s Check, or Money Order. Bids may not be with­ drawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the bid date. Successful bid­ ders may be required to furnish Surety Bonds as stated in project Specifications. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, accept a bid other than the low Bid, and waive informalities, irregularities and/or errors in the bid proposals which they feel to be in their own best inter­ est. End of Notice. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. May 25.1999 - Page 10 Local man serves, continued from page 16 bers her own father leaving for periods of time. She did not realize at the lime how she would follow in her mothers path in that aspect. "I remember my father when he served... some­ times he would be gone for 13 months and my mother would have to take over ev­ erything,” Debbie said. Which is exactly what Debbie will do — essen­ tially become a single mother for the next nine months. She has already quit a part-time job she had at Carl’s Supermarket to be more available for the boys. She will now do all the tasks she normally shares with Ken — shuttle the kids to sporting events, take care of the house, get them all ready for school. She also works full time. "It’s really important that I be there for them now," she said. "It is going to be hard, but we will manage. I was a single mother before with two sons,” she said. "Hi’s parents live in Nashville (Bob and Mary Wood) and Bob really helps out with the boys.” Before he left Ken readied the pool, and made some re­ pairs around the house. He also showed the rest of the family how to load and un­ load the boat from the trailer in case they wanted to go boating. "The family held a big going away party for him at Good Time (Pizza),” said Debbie. "Then we went back to the house and our friends joined us. We stayed up until 1 a.m. I had a friend who decorated the Lions lose two to SMAA Spartans Maple Valley's varsity baggers dropped a pair of games to Webberville last Thursday, 4-3 and 9-4. Webberville tallied three runs in the sixth inning of the opener on a double and three errors to go up 4-2. Maple Valley added one run in the seventh, but still came up one short. Leading hitters in the first game were Tyson Vorce (RBI), Jacob Cole (double), Brett Lancaster (two hits and a double), Ken Lackscheide (two hits) and Ryan Matson (double). Webberville collected just five hits, but Maple Valley's miscues were a key factor. Webberville scored five runs in the second inning of the nightcap to prevail by five. Nathan Swift managed three hits for the Lions' baggers. Other offensive contributions came from Cole (RBI), Lancaster (RBI) and Vorce (two hits including a double). Maple Valley is now 5­ 6-1 in the SMAA, while Webberville is 8-3-1. house with yellow ribbons." The day Ken left from Battle Creek with others who were called up was con­ fusing, and went quickly, Debbie said. "He was told he would be sleeping in a tent by a dirt runway," she said. "He had to pack nine months into two small bags. Once we got to the base, no one else really knew what was going on. We didn't know when to say our good-byes." Debbie said the general mood al the base was one of excitement, but as the day wore on, family members grew somber as they knew Uiey would be saying good­ bye soon. "All age groups of people were leaving. There was even one woman with a sixmonth-old baby that was called up to leave," she said. One of the nice things she remembers about the day is dial the Battle Creek base­ ball team mascot, die Battle Cat, walked around handing out bats to the children to cheer diem up." Debbie said she hopes the war does not last nine months. "The war is so hard to understand," she sighed. "I know it's what my hus­ band does, but it seems like the U.S. is doing everydiing. I don't think anyone understands everydiing that's involved with die war." 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Already Hie kids are helping out, she said. "Ryan changed a flat tire last night. They are really coming together. Of course, they are all trying to be boss — they're boys," she said with a smile. "We miss him so much already, but we will handle it. I am a stubborn and strong person when I need to be,” Debbie said, still smiling. Ken called Debbie late last week with his address. It is: Ken Wood, 110 FG, 131 EFS/LG, ATO AE 09310 Letters and words of en­ couragement would be greatly appreciated, Debbie said. "Oh yeah, he requested Business Services Mobile Homes QUALITY CARPET AND FURNITURE CLEANING. SMITH PROCLEAN SER­ VICE. 945-3322.___________ ABANDONED REPO - Bank DALE’S SEAMLESS GUT­ TERS, INC.. Free estimates. Installation, cleaning, licensed. 20 custom colors made on site. Contractors and do it yourself job drop. Phone: 616-623-3323 Fax: 616-623-3343. MIKE’S LAWN CARE for reasonable price and free esti­ mates, 517-726-0392________ ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. 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Tuesday, May 25,1999 - Page 12 Nashville man leaves toserve in Kosovo conflict by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Even when Debbie Wood's husband, Ken, boarded die plane dial would lake him halfway across the world, reality still hadn't sunk in that she would not see her husband for nine months. Ken left with the 1 JOUi Fighter Wing from Batlie Creek last week to serve in the conflict against Yugoslavia. "Il still hasn't hit me yet, who graduated last year. Ken will serve in Italy as a ammunition and commu­ nications technician. He has been in the Air Force for 18 years, since graduat­ ing from Maple Valley High School in 1980. He served time in Italy and Ko­ rea among other places and went into the reserves in 1992. When he was called up for duty just two and a half weeks ago, he had to re­ linquish his coaching posi- that he could be gone for nine months — that is such a long time," Debbie said. Ken and Debbie, who have been married for seven years, live in Nashville with their family, which includes four growing boys, two each from previous mar­ riages, Stephen Grider, 18, Ryan Grider, 13, Jason Wood, 13, and Timmy Wood, 10. All die boys are attending Maple Valley Schools except Stephen, Ken Wood was surrounded by family at his going away party, held recently at Good Times Pizza. tion for the Maple Valley baseball Pony League for 14- and 15-year-olds. He also had to leave the Nashville Fire Department. Ken with his family. Front row, left, Timmy, and Jason. Second row Francine Grider, and Ryan. Back row, Ken, Debbie, and Stephen. "I feel excited and worried both about going," said Ken. "I am excited because I get to do what I spent 18 years in the military train­ ing to do, but worried about leaving my family behind for such a long time." Bom and raised in a mili­ tary family, Debbie knew the possibility of Ken being called up by the Air Na­ tional Guard existed, but it is still hard for her to take. Debbie said Ken has been preparing the family for awhile for possibility that he might leave. But she said she still worries about the effect of a nine-month ab­ sence from the kids' lives. "Ken has been preparing the kids," said Debbie. "This really helped because we really only had a week's notice before he had to leave." "We had an episode with Jason. He was concerned be­ cause of what he was seeing on TV was people being killed. We sat down and had a long talk with him." Debbie said Timmy "just thinks Daddy "is going on a trip." What Ken will miss most, he said, is the kids' sports engagements. "Our family is really cen­ tered on sports. The kids play baseball, football, bas­ ketball, and floor hockey;’ said Debbie. "We think spending time with them through sports is really where we have quality time with the kids." 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 22/June 1, 1999 Vermontville welcomes Goodrich village officials Officials from Goodrich eat lunch with Maplewood students during Mayor Exchange Day. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Village of Ver­ montville welcomed public officials from Goodrich last Wednesday as part of village exchange day. Vermontville had visited Goodrich on Monday. Hie group started out the day at the village office with coffee and doughnuts. They then proceeded to die park and Maple Manor. The group then toured the mu­ nicipal garage, the fire de­ partment and lagoons. , 'file group seemed particu­ larly impressed when touring the schoofconstruction. Officials from Vermontville Village President Sue Villianueva and Goodrich Village President Marcia Rockafellow enjoy their new friendship. Goodrich commented that they liked the openness and window light in the hallways at Maplewood Elementary School, and praised die new bigger library and odier con­ struction. They had lunch at Maplewood in die new me­ dia center, dining widi stu­ dents. Students and die offi­ cials interacted, talking about the new construction and other subjects. Two stu­ dents from each classroom were selected for die lunch. Odier sites toured for die day were: Non Ferrous Ma- ''chining, Michigan MagnetOfficials from Goodrich, and Vermontville tourthe new construction at Maplewood. ics, the museum, the Con­ gregational Church and Day Care Center, die library and Opera House. They then went to the Methodist Church for dinner. Charges sought after accident Alternative ed to graduate 19 The Maple Valley Alternative Education program will graduate 19 students. They are, (back row,left) Preston Whit, Andy Kennedy, David Bouck, Matt Dunklee, Christopher Felzke, Benjamin Tobias, and Tyler Robins. Front row, left, Milinda Dawson, Teresa Gordon, Samantha Smith, and Rachel Brown. Not pictured are Rachel Hazen, Jane Spears, Becky Wilson, Cory Norton, Janelie Sotille, Troy Duffey, Fawn Ward, and Crystal Prieur. Police and ambulance per­ sonnel had to use restraints May 19 to transport a Nashville- man to the hospi­ tal after he was injured in a single car accident on Thor­ napple Lake Road in Casdeton Township. Arnold Ronney Histed, 51, is accused of resisting and obstructing police offi­ cers, being a habitual of­ fender and of driving drunk, according to the Hastings Post of die Michigan State Police and Barry County's 56-1 District Court. Police said Histed was al­ legedly standing behind his wrecked truck holding a large, steel chain when diey arrived on die scene at about 10 p.m. Histed dropped the chain to die ground upon request, but then allegedly became belligerent and reportedly shouted profanities during a pat-down search, police said. Police said after Histed re­ fused medical treatment, he went unconscious and started having a seizure, which caused ambulance personnel to begin treatment and transportation to die See charges sought, page 2 In This Issue • Alternative ed students clean up • Rezoning request OKd by vil­ lage council • Kellogg children perform in mini-opera • Fuller kindergartners move into new digs �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 1, 1999 - Page 2 Rezoning request OK’d by Nashville Village Council by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council last Thursday night approved a rezoning request for 109 N. State Road from Residential 1 to Residential 2, which will allow for a two-family dwelling. No one spoke at the pub­ lic hearing on the matter. In other business at the meeting the council: • Approved a request from the Little League to put up a fence in Riverside Park. • Added special assess­ ments for tlie 1999 taxes. • Received a letter from Cable Michigan that cable services for the village were purchased by Charter Com­ munications. Heard from Larry Decker, sextent at the Lakeview Cemetery, that the roads are laid out and will be put in soon. The plots will soon follow. Congratulations!! JEREMY REYNOLDS ...graduated from Siena Heights University on May 2,1999 with a Bachelor Degree in Telecommunications. Jeremy is a 1992 graduate of Maple Valley High School. Newest titles on the shelf at the Vermontville Township Library In honor of Bill Cosby’s 25 years as the Jell-o spokesperson, the Jell-O Corporation has made a do­ nation of a set of his books “Little Bill books for Begin­ ning Readers” to libraries across the country. 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TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main •Vermontville • 517-726-0580 hospital. Histed, who re­ portedly registered a .15 on a preliminary breath test, al­ legedly again began to kick and scream as he was being placed into the ambulance, police reported. He was later taken to tlie Barry County Jail and is now free on $2,000 personal recognizance bond awaiting a June 9 preliminary exami­ nation. Grace Livingston Hill, Lake Wobegon Days, by Garrison Keillor, Maximum Bob, by Elmore Leonard, Compelling Evidence by Steve Martini, Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff - and It’s All Small Stuff, by Richard Carlson, The List, by Steve Martini, Pirates, by Linda Lael Miller, Three Weddings and a Kiss, by Kathleen Woodiwiss, Mystical Paths, by Susan Howatch, Desire, by Amanda Quick, Interest of Justice, by Nancy TaylorRosenberg, Mrs. Pollifax and the Lion Killer, by Dorothy Gilman, Talking by Tony Hillerman, God, garm and the Vanishing Vir­ gin, by Tabor Evans; Bat­ tletech: Threads of Ambi­ tion, by Loren L. 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Adult Non-Fiction Homeopathy for Headaches, by Ursula Stone; Home by Choice, by Brenda Hunter. Adult Fiction Star Wars X-Wing: Isard’s Revenge, by Michael A. Stackpole; Winds of the Cumberland, by Bodie and Brock Theone; The Trailsman: The Bush League, by Jon Sharpe; The Rugged trail, by Jack Ballas; Lon- 1 ski;. While You Were Gone, by Kieran Scott; The Bereristain Bears and the G-Rex Bones, by Stan and Jan Berenstain; Animorphs: Megamorphs #3: Elfangor’s Secret: The Sickness, and The Exposed, by K.A. Ap­ plegate; The Window, by Michael Dorris; Insomniacs: Tunnel, and Talk to Me, by S.R. Martin; Hardy Boys: King for a Day, by Franklin W. Dixon; Wolfmen Don’t •Hula Dance, by Debbie Dady; Baby-sitters Little Continued next page CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ .11 a.m. Evening Worship ... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting..................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline). Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School ............. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............ 11 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 ’ FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............11 a.m. Church School ................. 0 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE .301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley • High School Morning Celebration .10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training Sunday A.M. Worship .. 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship. ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) . Sunday School ............... •. -.10 a.m. A.M. Service .............. 11:15 arm. P.M. Service ........................ 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Fellowship Time........... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class ................ 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ .11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship 7 p.m.. MAPLE GROVE, BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service ........... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School.......................... 9:45 A.M. Service ........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service ........................7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening ........6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday School 10 a.m. Worship................................ 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................. 9 a.m (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer..................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School ................. 9:45. a.m. Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service 7 p.m. AWANA ............ 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Church Service ............ ..11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after-7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 1.1999 - Page 3 Keech joins Barry Community Foundation Nashville resident Russ Keech is the newest addition Greg G. Wellman KSS , KisS R&L PH ’ SUNFIELD Mr. Greg G. Wellman, age 50, of Sunfield, passed away Sunday, May 23, 1999 at a Lansing hospital. He was born October 26, 1948 in Charlotte, the son of Keith and Geraldine (Richard) Wellman. Greg and Linda were married September 30, 1978. He retired from General Motors after many years of employment. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gerry Wellman and a brother, Raymond Wellman. Mr. Wellman is survived by his wife, Linda; father, Keith Wellman of Vermontville; daughters, Ang (Bill) Hosmer of Nashville, Shari and Cori Wellman of Midland; son, Wade (Connie) Peele of St. ? Wife, Wif ms JRSHOP '.852-2377 iHmfaatCBn:: Foundation. Keech, 64, is a 1952 graduate of Hastings High Schoo). He spent two years in the Army, serving in Ko­ rea. He obtained bachelor's and master's degrees in agricultural education from Michigan State University. He taught agriculture at Nashville High School and Camden Frontier High School in Hillsdale County. Keech worked for 31 years in die Hastings office of die Fanner's Home Administra­ tion, a division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture which made housing and farm loans to area residents. He served as district director for die southwest comer of the state, supervising eight county offices. He also worked for the Johns; sister, Myrna (Ed) Bartlett of Midland; brother, Kendall Wellman of Vermontville; sister-in­ law, Sam Wellman; six grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mr Wellman were held Wednesday, May 26, 1999 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Reverend Brian K. Sheen of the Sunfield United Methodist Church officiated. Interment was in Sunfield Cemetery, where Reverend Brian K. Sheen had the Committal Service. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the American Lung Association in memory of Greg G. Wellman. Michigan Rural Develop­ ment Corporation in Mashal I, a non-profit orga­ nization that gives college loans and agricultural grants. He was on the Maple Val­ ley and Centreville school boards, and is active in the Nashville United Methodist Church. three children. Dr. Cheryl Keech of Indianapolis, Dr. Dan Keech of Morgantown, W. Va., and Cindy Smith of Nashville. Keech said the foundation "has a good future ahead of "I'm all for planned or­ derly growth in an area which develops business and belters people." TANNING *4.00 Thomas Bruce Jr. CHARLOTTE Mr. Thomas Bruce Jr., age 70, of Charlotte, passed away Monday, May 24, 1999. Mr. Bruce was bom in Clare, the son of Thomas Sr. and Minnie Bruce. He formerly owned the Village Bar in Bellevue, and retired from General Motors in 1990. Mr. Bruce was a Life member of VFW Post #2406 and Eagles #3552; for eight years he was a trainer for Golden Gloves Boxing. Mr. Brace served in the United States Navy aboard the USS WASP 18th and a Korean War Veteran. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Betty Schmidt and Elaine Packard; brothers, Robert Bruce and Kenneth Bruce. Mr. Bruce is survived by to the board of directors of the Barry Community per visit Walk-Ins Russ Keech his wife, Peggy; sons, Steve Willoughby of Olivet, Gary (Sherri) Willoughby of Florida, and John (Toni) Willoughby of Lake Mary, Florida; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; brothers, Wallace (Myra) Brace of Charlotte, Dean (Jeanette) Bruce of Charlotte, and Gary (Barbara) Brace of Charlotte; sister,-’Shirley Swan of Eaton Rapids and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mr. Bruce were held Thursday, May 27, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home. Reverend Dr. Peter R.K. Brenner officiated. Interment was in Bosworth Cemetery in 'Olivet. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Call 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! From previous page Sister: Karen’s Show and Share, by Ann M. 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"We are also picking up the old railbed- we have had contact with Rails to Trails and in the past have cleaned up brush for them." Students took a break for lunch and to cool off, as it was a hot day. "This is just another Community service project," said Tate. "We did it last year also and are planning on making it an annual event. It is motivated by a combination of cleaning the community and making it a better place to live for ev­ eryone." McMillon-Reed Mr. James A. Reed and Ms. Kimberk J. McMillon announce their engagement. The bride-to-be is em­ ployed at Shirley’s Chuck­ wagon Cafe in Nashville. The groom-to-be is a building contractor. A June 19th, 1999 wed­ ding is planned. Pohl-Benit David Benit and Beth Pohl are pleased to announce their engagement. He is the son of Pon and Alice Benit of Vermontville. She is the daughter of David and Joyce Pohl of Fowler. The bride-elect is a gradu­ ate of Fowler High School and Western Michigan Uni­ versity and is employed by Coca-Cola Enterprises, Inc. The prospective bride­ groom is a graduate of Maple Valley High School and Davenport College and is employed by the State of Michigan. A July 9 wedding planned by the couple. Vickey Collas (left) and Stephanie Allen team up to pick up the trash on the old railbed. is Real Estate 5 Beautiful Acres adjoining State Land. Ideal camping and hunt­ ing spot. Includes driveway and campsite, $14,900, $500 down, $190/mo., 11% Land Contract. Northern Land Company. 1-800­ 9 6 8 - 3 1 1 8, www.northemlandco.com MISSAUKEE COUNTY: FORSALEBY OWNER: 3bd„ 1-1/2 bath Ranch in Nashville, w/finished basement, 2 car at­ tached garage, paved driveway, 112 acre lot in quiet Fuller Heights neighborhood. 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Williams said the goal is to have an encyclopedia set in every classroom, and only eight more sets are needed. They can be pur­ chased for $55 each. Many have already been purchased for die schools by local businesses. If interested in purchasing a set call Williams at 726­ 1398. Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 of June. “I am looking forward to the experience of studying a different culture and seeing how it will enrich my under­ standing of my own culture,” Baker said. “I will study how Italian society and politics are moving into the 21st cen­ tury and how it relates to that of American society and pol­ itics.” Baker, the son of Richard and Anne Baker, is majoring in interdisciplinary studies in social science-human re­ sources and society in the College of Social Science at MSU and plans to graduate in December 1999. He is a 1995 graduate of Maple Val­ ley High School. The MSU study abroad program offers students more than 100 programs in nearly 50 countries. To the Teachers and Staff of Maple Valley Schools... On Sunday, my youngest daughter attending Maple Valley Schools will graduate. This will be a day of mixed feelings for us. Joy, at the things she has accomplished in life and for the person she has become, and anxiety for what the future holds for her. It has been our pleasure to have our daugh­ ter attend the Maple Valley Schools. Through grade school and high school, Jonessa has had wonderful teachers and great support from everyone she has come in contact with. It has been a wonderful experience for her, and each of you have made a great impact on her life. Thank you, each and every one, for all you've done and best wishes to each of you for the future. To Jonessa, knock 'em dead. You’re a terrific person and we love you very much. - Wayne & Lois Hammonds �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. June 1,1999 - Pace S After the circus performance, the kids and parents enjoy refreshments. The Razzle Dazzle Circus is home to many performers- the men on the flying trapeze and many different animals. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer ’ What do you get when you put monkeys, elephants and a snake charmer to­ gether? A circus, of course! Linda Gaber's kindergarten class put on die circus per­ formance for parents and rel­ atives last Thursday, at Fuller Elementary. "We do this every year as sort of a Mother's Day treat," said Gaber. The cir- cus consisted of "prancing ponies," clowns, men on the flying trapeze, tightrope walkers, "Mr. Razzle Daz­ zle," dancing bears, lions and a lion tamer among other tilings. The children acted out the Razzle Dazzle Circus by fol- Three seats on the Maple Valley School board are up lowing along with a cassette for election on Monday, tape, as parents and others^ June 14. clapped for each perfor­ President Mike Callton is mance. running four a four-year After the circus, the chilterm, unopposed. Tim dren took their relatives for James is also running for a Mother's Tea, where ev­ the four-year term unop­ eryone enjoyed refresh­ posed and David Favre is ments. running without opposition for a three year term. Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad! Vacant house damaged by fire A vacant house on the comer of Second Street and Elm Street was nearly de­ stroyed as the result of a fire on Saturday, May 22, said firefighter Monte O'Dell. The call came in at 3:05 a.m. and the Vermontville Fire Department arrived at 3:10. The house was a twostory home, owned by Wayne Howard. Hie Char­ lotte and Nashville fire de­ partments also responded. "We had it under control after an hour," said O'Dell. "The back end is all gone." The cause of fire is being investigated. The home was insured, O'Dell said. Maple Valley Public Schools will receive sealed bid proposals from qualified contractors for Playground Equipment at Fuller Elementary School. This tightrope walker performs without falling even once. G 144 SOUTH MAIN STR STREET Vermontville. Michigan 49096 REAL ESTATE AUCTION OF A LOVELY NEWER HOME LOCATED at 216 Spring Street, Vermontville, Ml (Spring Street is located on the west side of Vermontville) on: Very nice, three bedroom, two bath, 1994 double wide with ■ great room with fireplace, kitchen with dinette area, first floor laundry, central air, cathedral ceiling, island work space in kitchen, oversized tub in master bedroom and 2-1/2 car garage. Stove and refrigerator stay with the home. Great family home or retirement property. Good location on the edge of town but connected to city water and sewer. OPEN HOUSES: Tuesday, June 1 - 4:00-5:30 and Sunday, June 6 - 1:00-2:30. CARL smith, owner Selling real estate and all types of personal property at auction, anywhere. (517) 726-0181 This snake charmer makes the snake wiggle on command. MAPLE VALLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT FOR FULLER ELEMENTARY S T A N T ONS ■ ^J CTl OnC CBS School board vote is June 14 XianaToSio F«* (517) 726-0060 Proposals may be mailed or delivered in person to Maple Valley Public Schools, Attn: Mr. Clark E. Volz, Superintendent of Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096. Proposals must be received prior to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 10,1999. Proposals will be opened publicly and read aloud at 2:15 p.m. All bids will be evalu­ ated after the bid opening. All bids received after 2:00 p.m. of the bid date will be returned to the Bidder unopened. Request by Contractors for inclusion as Bidders shall be addressed to the Construction Manager, Wolgast Corporation; Attn.: Mitt Winstead, 4835 Towne Centre Road, Suite 203, Saginaw, Ml 48604, Phone: 517­ 790-9120, Fax: 517-790-9063. Questions regarding the bidding pro­ cedures are to be directed to the Construction Manager. Questions regarding design and drawing/specification intent are to be directed to the Architect, GMB Architects/Engineers, 145 College Avenue, Holland, Ml 49422, Phone: 616-392-7034. A Bid Security in the amount of five percent (5%) of Base Bids shall accompany each proposal. The Bid Security may be in the form of a Bid Bond, Cashier’s Check, or Money Order. Bids may not be with­ drawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the bid date. Successful bid­ ders may be required to furnish Surety Bonds as stated in project Specifications. The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, accept a bid other than the low Bid, and waive informalities, irregularities and/or errors in the bid proposals which they feel to be in their own best inter­ est. End of Notice. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 1,1999 - Page 6 Kellogg children perform in mini-opera by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Tammi King's kinder­ garten class performed the mini-opera, "Three Nanny Goats Gruff for parents and relatives last Thursday night. The students dressed in colorful costumes as goats, rabbits, butterflies and bees. There was even a troll, who belted out songs in a low growl, hiding under the bridge. The program was held at the Kellogg gym. Separate performances were held for both morning and afternoon classes. Students had speaking parts and sang solo. The story was about goats that wanted to cross the bridge to get to greener pastures, but were afraid of the resident troll. The goats eventually escaped unharmed with the help of the bees (who had extra large stingers). "The kids have been prac­ ticing this for weeks," said King. "They have really been working hard on it. This is really for Mother's Day and Father's Day,” she said. After the program, the parents were presented with plaster hearts that each child had put his or her hand prints into. The goats attempt to cross the bridge and get past the mean troll. Parents of the students pick up presents made for them after the mini opera. Bee and butterflies aid in the goats crossing of the bridge. !!±g! Outdoors Tommy Docks • Easy to assemble. • Easy to take down. • Gray polyester ure­ thane powder coated hardware. • 1-1/4 galvanized pipe legs, stronger, lighter and more rust pro­ tection than standard galvanized pipe. Let us custom design oneforyou! 219 S. State in Nashville flHOMSTDW 852-0882 3 lumber yard School Lunch Menu Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, June 2 Burrito, broccoli/cheese, applesauce, choc, cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, June 3 Pepperoni pizza, green beans, pear halves, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, June 4 Chef’s salad, bread stick, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, June 7 Nachos, whole kernel com, cherries, apple brown­ ie, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, June 8 Chicken sandwich, mashed potatoes, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, June 2 Choose One - Burrito, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two garden' salad, broccoli/ cheese, - applesauce, juice, milk. Thursday, June 3 Choose One - Pork nibblers, pizza, cheeseburger, taco salad. Choose Two garden salad, green beans, pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, June 4 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, carrot sticks, peaches, juice, milk. Monday, June 7 Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel corn, cherries, juice, milk. Tuesday, June 8 Choose One - Spaghetti, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. REWARD For information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for stealing and damaging our 94 4x4 Quad from our front yard Sat. May 22nd between the hours of 4:00 - 5:30 am. Please Call (517) 852-1935. Don Hickey Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service , 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 1, 1999 - Page 7 Newest titles on the shelf at the Sunfield Library Posters are appearing all over town announcing for­ mer Sunfield Librarian Amanda Wells’ upcoming singing performance at Lake Odessa’s Central United Methodist Church. She and her singing part­ ner, Chad Johnson, will stage a benefit concert, “An Evening of Opera and Song,” at 7:30 p.m. Thurs­ day, June 3, at the church. Those unfamiliar with this duo’s talent will be pleas­ antly surprised at their knack for making opera entertain­ ing and fun for everyone. A free-will offering will be gathered at the concert to help fund Amanda’s trip to Austria this summer to study music. The library salutes the ef­ fort of each of Lakewood schools’ participants in the recent “Battle of the Books.” One of the Sunfield District Library’s regular patrons and eager readers, Amy Poole, distinguished herself by claiming two gift certificates in recognition for her out­ standing performance in the competition. Brand new video titles are Babe Pig in the City: You’ve Got Mail, starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan; and Disney’s Mighty Joe Young. Wyatt Earp, starring Kevin Costner, is a donation. All four are available to rent for 50 cents each. our New books on shelves, by category, are: Adult Fiction - New re- leases are We’ll Meet Again, by Mary Higgins Clark; I Thee Wed, by Amanda Quick; and The Narrowback, by Michael Ledwidge. Two Lillian Jackson Braun titles, The Cat Who Blew the Whistle, and The Cat Who Said Cheese, are" donations. Large Print - Bittersweet, by Danielle Steel, is a new Wilma Huyck Memorial book. Mary Higgins Clark’s Moonlight Becomes You is a previously released title and a donation. Christian fiction Honor’s Quest, by Kristin Heitzman, is Book III of the Rocky Mountain Legacy se­ ries; The Puritans is the first of Jack Cavanaugh’s histori­ cal fiction series titled An American Family Portrait. The Winds of Autumn, by Janette Oke, and Love’s Silent Song and Diary of a Loving Heart, both by June Masters Bacher, are previous releases and donations. Adult non-fiction Fibromyalgia and Chronic my­ ofascial pain syndrome: A Survival Manual is a new handbook for those affected with this condition; Careless Love: The Unmaking of Elvis Presley, by Peter Guralnick is new. The Great House of God," by Max Lucado, is a recent release and a donation. Junior - Once Upon this Island, by Gloria Whelan, is new fiction with an historic Mackinac Island plot; Brian’s Return is Gary Paulsen’s third installment in the Hatchet series. Mystery at Bluff Point Dunes, by Lisa Eisenberg, is a previous re­ lease and recommended by Sunfield librarian Dana Schelter for junior readers; A Horse Called Wonder is Book I in the Thoroughbred series and a donation. The library has current and classic videos, as well as fax services and a copier. Phone and fax numbers are the same, (517) 566-8065. Library hours are Tuesday through Friday, 2-8; Satur­ day 9-1. Maplewood Library gets face-lift You can still smell the new paint! Library aides Cynthia Hart (left) and Shari Carney enjoy the new library at Maplewood. The new room is bigger than the old library, and students and faculty alike are enjoying the new space. GRADUATION. BIG DRGAM SMALL Baccalaureate service slated for Thursday The clergy of the Maple Valley school district invites the community to the 1999 Baccalaureate service. It is to be held in the high school auditorium Thursday, June 3, beginning at 7 p.m. There will be special mu­ sic by the senior class and the Maple Valley choir. Many area clergy will partic­ ipate. The speaker this year will be Marc Livingston, pastor of the Chester Gospel Church, and the father of a senior. A refreshment time will follow in the cafeteria. Direct Chcckino Fits No Monthly Service Fee IS3RE Hastings City Bank has the perfect CHECKING ACCOUNT FOR YOUR SITUATION. ► No Minimum Balance Required 219 North Main St. • Nashville S52-0S45 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday, 9 am to 4 pm Saturday PHOTO SALE r Double Prints 12 exp. 24 exp. 36 exp. . ..^2.29 $4.29 s6.29 Offer applies only to develop & print orders for 35mm C-41 process color print film. Not valid on Advance Photo System or Premium Processing Offer good June 1-12 Our Direct Checking* fits into your BUSY, ON-THE-GO LIFESTYLE. ALL IT TAKES IS ► First Order of Checks Free $50 to open. It’s easy to get started. ► 24 Hour ATMs Just visit any Hastings City Bank office Telephone Banking TODAY. We WELL GIVE YOU WHAT YOU NEED WITH THE PERSONAL SERVICE YOU WANT. fnn^Cttp^|nnk Visit us at www.hastingscitybank.com MEMBER FDIC ‘Possible fees on the account include: no per check fee for first five checks in each statement cycle. $.50 for each check over the five allowed. $2.00 for each in-bank deposit. Offersubject to standard qualification proceedures. �The Max* Vatey New* N*M»vite. Tuesday June 1.1999 - Page 8 COA menu and schedule of events Wednesday, June 2 Tuna salad spread, dinner roll, carrot and raisin salad. Thursday, June 3 Thin layers of turkey salai on deli ry e, com relish ckl beet*. Friday, June 4 C hilled oven roasted chicken thigh, muffin, toma­ to and pepper salad, broccoli salad. Monday, June 7 Stack of shaved ham on u hole wheat bread, kraut salad, pineapple Tuesday, June 8 Seafood salad, crackers, potato salad, broccoli salad. Hearty Meals Wednesday, June 2 Cheese ravioli with home- made marinara sauce, sum­ mer squash, winter blend veggies, fresh orange. Thursday, June 3 Chefs special. Friday', June 4 Chicken breast teriyaki over rice pilaf, waxed beans, sweet peas, fresh banana. Monday, June 7 Freshly made chicken and pasta salad, baked beans, com salad, cake. Tuesday, June 8 $ SUMMER JOBS $ Turkey steak, dinner roll, mixed vegetables, carrots, diced pears. Events Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) ~ ALL JOB SEEKERS ~ Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & September Wednesday, June 2 Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, trivia; Delton, trivia. 3 Thursday, June Hastings, Music; Nashville, Bingo; Delton, Social Day. Friday, June 4 - Hastings, Bingo; Nashville, Popcorn Day; Woodland, Social Day. Monday, June 7 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, June 8 - Puzzle Day, Hastings, Kinship Care, 7 p.m. Call 616-374-8837 ...For additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Twin City Foods, Inc. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI E.O.E. Help Wanted CONSTRUCTION YEAR ROUND, Full benefits. 517­ 852-2253.___________________ NOW HIRING. $2,k60/monlh guaranteed to start. Local fac­ tory outlet of Michigan manu­ facturer has openings in display merchandising distribution. No experience necessary. Will re­ ceive full factory training. For oersonal interview call 948-2298. (NAPS)—Seafood stews are one ofthe delights of the Italian culinary repertoire. Combine almost any type of shellfish with your favorite white fish, add a pinch ofthis and that and you have a deli­ cious reci pe that will please everyone in the family. The key to cooking stews the right and healthy way is in the cookware. High-per­ formance non-stick assort­ ments like T-Fal’s Integral require little to no oil. Thanks to the non-stick surface, del­ icate ingredients, like fish fillets, won’t cling to the bot­ tom of the pot, and cleanups are effortless. The cookware comes with clear glass covers for moni­ toring cooking progress and adjustable steam vents for more flexibility. Easy-grip handles provide maneuver­ ability. And the combination of Integral’s designer colors and elegant styling means the cookware is so appealing it can be brought to the table for serving. Here’s the perfect dish to cook in the Integral fryer. Italian Seafood Stew Serves 6 1 cup bottled clam juice 2 cloves minced garlic 1 lb. small cherrystone clams 1 lb. mussels, debearded 2 Tbs. olive oil 1 onion, thinly sliced Vi cup dry white wine Vi cup red wine vinegar 1 28-oz. can plum tomatoes, drained and chopped 2 lb. white fillet of fish (monkfish or halibut, skinned and cut into Business Services QUALITY CARPET AND FURNITURE CLEANING. SMITH PROCLEAN SER­ VICE. 945-3322.__________ VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 1999 SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Village Council of the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, has resolved its intention Io make certain public improvements in the Village (the "Public Improvements") consisting of the following: Installation of a new four- five- & six- (4-, 5- & 6-) foot sidewalk on: The east side of Oueen Street from Sherman Street north to Washington Street. The west side of State Street from Railroad Street north to Washington Street. The east side of State Street from Washington Street south for 110 feet. The south side of Maple Street from Main Street east to alley. The south side of Maple Street from alley east to State Street. The south side of Maple Street from State Street east to Oueen Street. The north side of Maple Street from Main Street east to alley. The north side of Maple Street from alley east to State Street. The east side of State Street from Sherman Street north for 45 ft. The Village has made its final determination of the 1999 Special Assessment District to consist of the following described lots and parcels of land and against which all or a portion of the cost of the Public Improvements shall be specially assessed: Property located in the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, described as follows: 210 Washington, 103 N. State, 109 N. State, 203 N. State, 207 N. State, 211 N. State, 219 N. State, 225 N. State, 124 Washington, 126 Sherman, 108 S. State, 116 S. State, 122 S. State, 128 S. State, 132 8. State, 124 Church, 210 8. State, 214 S. State, 222 S. State, 202 N. Main. 107 Maple, 151 Maple, 177 Maple, 112 N. Main, 110 Maple, 204 Maple, 210 Maple, 218 Maple, 224 Maple, 112 Queen, 204 Queen, 210 Queen, 220 Queen, 304 Washington, 203 Sherman. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Village Assessor of the Village of Nashville has made and cer­ tified a special assessment roll for 1999 Special Assessment District which roll sets forth the relative por­ tion of the cost of the Public Improvements which is to be levied in the form of special assessments against each benefited lot and parcel of land in said special assessment district. HEARING TAKE NOTICE that the Village Council of the Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on June 10, 1999, at 7:00 p.m. at the Council Chambers located at 204 N. Main to review the said special assess­ ment roll and to hear and consider any objections thereto. TAKE NOTICE that appearance and protest at the public hearing is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment and protest at the public hearing is required In order to appeal the amount of the special assessment to the state tax tribunal. TAKE NOTICE that an owner or party in interest, or his or her agent may appear in person at the hear­ ing to protest the special assessment, or may file his or her appearance or protest by letter, on or before the close of the hearing. TAKE NOTICE that any person objecting to the said assessment roll is requested to file written objec­ tions thereto with the Village Clerk before the close of said hearing. TAKE NOTICE that an owner or any person having an interest in the real property may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the State tax tribunal within thirty (30) days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll if the owner or person having an interest in the real property protested the special assessment al the hearing held for the purpose of confirming the roll. Michigan Tax Tribunal P.O. Box 30232 Lansing, Ml 48909 TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the special assessment roll as prepared has been reported to the Village Council and is on file with the Village Clerk for public examination. This notice was authorized by the Village Council of the Village of Nashville. For further information, please contact the Village Clerk, Village Hall, 206 N. Main, Nashville Ml 49073 (517) 852-9544. Dated: 5-13-99 Cathy Lentz Village Clerk Village of Nashville B & B DRYWALL, 12 years experience, insured. New homes, Remodels, Additions and Re­ pairs. Hanging & finishing. Call 517-852-9299 or 517-852-0803 VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Malli will, owner. 517-543-1002 Miscellaneous LOSE WEIGHT- AMAZING METABOLISM BREAK­ THROUGH: Quick & Easy! Free samples. Call 616-248­ 7707. Por Sale HOUSE FULL OF FURNI­ TURE bought new in April this year. Beautiful sofaand loveseat. Large oak table and 4 chairs. 6 piece oak finish bedroom outfit with deluxe Queen mattress set. 3 oak cocktail tables, recliner chair. 2 twin size bedroom. 2 cherry bookcase. 1 full size bed. Hoover deluxe sweeper. 12’x30’ berber carpet “brand new” cost over $6,000,must sell! $1,850or will sell separately. 1-517-541­ 8132______________________ 6,000 YARDS OF CARPET­ ING: 5 different colors and styles. Used two weeks at con­ vention center. Cost $ 10.95/yard sacrifice $2.00 per yard. Dennis Distributing 401 N. Cochran Charlotte. 1-517-541-1109 30SERTA FIRM MATTRESS SETS: Full size, vefy clean, $75.00 per set; Frames $12.00. 1-517-541-8132 FOR SALE: G.E. Electric Dryer; and Speed Queen dryer, $50 each; G.E. Stove, $50.517­ 726-0465___________________ USED MOUNTAIN BIKES FOR SALE at affordable price. 517-726-0465 Italian seafood stew cooks up perfectly in T-Fal’s Integral nonstick cookware. 1-inch chunks Vk lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 lobster tails and two claws 4 Tbs. chopped fresh parsley l.In a large non-stick pot aiminer dam juice and smashed garlic. Add mus­ sels and clams and cook, covered, until open, 3 to 5 minutes. Discard garlic; remove shellfish from pot, discarding any that did­ n’t open. Using a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheese­ cloth, strain broth into a bowl; set aside. Wipe out pot. 2.Add tablespoon oil to pot and heat over medi­ um-low heat. Add onion and minced garlic and cook, stirring, until soft­ ened, 5 to 7 minutes. In­ crease heat to high and add wine and ’A cup of vinegar; cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid has reduced by half, 5 to 7 minutes. 3. Add tomatoes and re­ served mussel broth. Re­ duce heat to low, add lob­ ster and cover. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add fish and shrimp to the simmering stew and cook, covered, just until fish is opaque in the center, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in reserved shellfish and heat through, about 1 minute. 4. With a slotted spoon, remove solids to a bowl and cover to keep warm. Stir 3 Tbs. 'parsley, bread­ crumbs and remaining 1 Tbs. oil into sauce. Simmer until sauce thickens to the consistence of heavy cream, 1 to 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper and vinegar. Re­ turn seafood mixture to sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with remaining 1 Tbs. of parsley. For more recipes andprod­ uct tips, visit T-Fal’s Website at TFal.com. H & L MFG. ASSEMBLY Seeking motivated individuals for 2nd shift Piece Rate assembly/molding positions. Earn as much as $10.00 per hour. Long­ term employment plus benefits. Apply at... 122 MAIN STREET, CALEDONIA, Ml Ask for Sue. HEALTH CARE CAREER Working in health care requires a sense of devotion, caring and reliability. We feel these arc a few of the key characteristics that make excellent nursing as­ sistants. If you would like to train for a nursing as­ sistant position in our skilled nursing facility, apply in person at Thornapplc Manor. Our next class will run from June I6lh to July 1st. Starling wage is $8.11 per hour with excellent benefits available. Class is not held on the weekends. Apply by June 10th, 1999. 'Qiornapple 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 NOTICE KALAMO TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS At the June 7, 1999 Kalamo Township Board Meeting, the board will discuss changing from ambulance service currently provided by Castleton Township to service provided by Vermontville Township. Sec­ tions directly effected are 6, 7, 18, 19, 30 and 31. The board meets at 7:00 p.m. at the Township Hall, 8960 Spore Hwy. 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Tuesday, June 1,1999 - Page 10 Fuller kindergartners move into new digs by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer ‘ Karen Seifert's kinder­ garten class recently ex­ pressed what they liked best about their new classroom and die new construction at their school Fuller Elemen­ tary. The students painted and drew pictures about their "one favorite thing." They then told Seifert what their favorite tiling was and she wrote it on the picture. Many of the new students said they liked the lockers best. "I can put my backpack in it," said one student Area math wizards recognized Karen Seifert's students hold the posters they made about their favorite part of the new classrooms at Fuller. VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP is accepting resumes for TWO PART-TIME, ENTRY LEVEL EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS Each position would work about twenty five hours per week. Starting wage will be $6.00 to $7.00 per hour. 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Main St. Nashville, Ml 852-1915 Front row from left; Stephanie Joostberns, Micah Tobias, Meagon Garvey, Briann Treloor, Chayla Robles, Aubrey Murphy, Melissa Nisse 2nd row: Jessie Grant, Donna Cripe 3rd row: Meaghan Pierce, Hilary Krolik, Nicole Hoard, Kari Emerick, Michelle Silsbee, Cashel Harp, Lindsey Brumm 4th row: MGR Jessica Mansfield, Coach Brian Lincoln, Ashley Gordeneer, Melissa Jewell, Muriel Wieland, Coach Ryan Rosin, MGR Jennie Pettengill, MGR Jessica Robles Missing: Holly Clouse, Rachel Drallette. Way To Go, Lady Lions! 745 E. Sherman St. Nashville, Ml 852-9500 MAPLE VALLEY TRACK CLUB �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 1,1999 - Page 12 Sweet Satisfaction M.V. beats Morrice twice on baseball diamond Maple Valley pulled off a mild upset — make that two mild upsets — with a doubleheader varsity baseball sweep against Morrice last Monday in Vermontville. The Lions trailed 5-0 after the first inning of the first game, but kept its focus and eventually won, 9-6. Chris Ewing was the winning pitcher in the opener. Jeff Rhoades had two hits and three RBI, Ewing two hits and two RBI, Jacob Cole smacked a home run and Tyson Vorce also had an RBI. Cole was the winning pitcher in the second game as Maple Valley scored one in the first inning, two in tite fifth, two in the sixth and collected the game­ winner in the seventh. Ryan (NAPS)—Throughout the early ’90s everyone struggled with lowering fat intake and satisfying a relentless sweet tooth with lowfat desserts and cookies. Now, rich, gourmet desserts are back and spe­ cialty sugars like Sugar In The Raw® are key to sweet satisfaction. After all, would­ n’t two decadent, homemade brownie cookies and a tall glass of cold milk be more satisfying than a whole pack­ age of lowfat snacks? You can even munch on sugar-spiced nuts or enjoy a piece of pump­ kin pie without feeling guilty. 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For more information and recipes, visit the Sugar In The Raw web site at Matson walked to start the seventh and Nathan Swift drove him home with a twobase rap. Swift had three hits and two RBI, Cole two RBI and Matson also had an RBI. Maple Valley was fivefor-fivc in stolen base opportunities during the doubleheader and also did some dandy work in the field. "Our defense was very good," Maple Valley Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. "Matson had five put outs at first base alone." Morrice's record stood at 9-4 after the two defeats, while Maple Valley improved to 7-6-1. For Sale Auto 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $17,000 OBO. 948­ 0502 Card OfThanks WE WOULD LIKE TO SAY THANK YOU to our children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, for the lovely open house given in honor of our 50th anniversary. 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Full Cut Round Steak ssssssssssssssssss Gallon, Bareman’s Skim and 1/2% Milk 18 Oz., Open Pit BBQ Sauce With One Completed Super Saver Card ORIGINAL IEGEA verniontville Grocery - and + Dep Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday 1 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-06-08.pdf 05a0d58622b1dfdbef1d708b08b7504d PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 00/00/00 F HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S. CHURCH ST HASTINGS. Ml 49058-1893 1215CHURCHST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1817 PAID Hastings, Mt 4905* Permit No. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 23/June 8, 1999 Renovated high school opens for public tours by Shawna Hubbarth Parents and others look at the student art displays at the Open House held at the high school last Wednesday. Staff 'Writer The ribbon was cut, and die new classrooms at the high school were toured last Wednesday night at an open house. The open house also showcased numerous student work exhibits. "We have been slowly moving in the past couple of weeks," said Principal Todd Gonser. "The student desks came in yesterday and we held classes in the new rooms today for the first time. The kids and teachers are excited — it's nice to have something new." Tours were given at the Teachers, students and Principal Todd Gonser cut the ribbon to enter the new wing at the high school. open house by students. Tours of the gym were given, but the construction there is not expected to be completed until June or July, said Gonser. Student displays ranged from science to art to line dancing performed by stu­ dents in Christy Lamke's physical education class. The bands and choir also performed for Ute crowd. Mutt and alternative ed programs graduate 28 by Shawna Hubbarth Former graduate Dan Tobias tells the crowd a humorous story about his father and grandfather at the graduation. Staff Writer Maple Valley Adult and Alternative Education gradu­ ated 28 students at its cere­ mony last Tuesday evening. Superintendent Clark Volz was the keynote speaker. He talked to the students and crowd about making hard choices that pay of in the long run. Principal/Instructor Tate Mix praised the students of the graduating class for sticking together during some tough times. "We have had to deal with suicides, deaths in the fam­ ily and staff cancer..." said Mix. "Through it all this group has supported each other and pulled through." Mix also complimented the class for all their time spent on community service projects. "This is a group of kids concerned about the com­ munity," he said. Instructor Cindy Grant gave a first year's perspec­ tive. She said she was proud of the students individuality, and that there were "great mothers" graduating. Past graduates Dan Tobias and Martin Dawson talked about their lives since grad­ uating. Tobias praised the staff, and Dawson talked , about how he has taken jobs that required a high school diploma. ”1 got my diploma and put it in a drawer..." Daw­ son said. "But I found out you really did need to show it to employers, it was nec­ essary." Dawson also talked about goals and dreams and said his ultimate goal is to be awarded the Nobel Prize for chemistry. "We all have to have our dreams," he said. Graduates Marshall Magoon, B.J. Tobias, and Teresa Gordon told accounts of the work and dedication it took to graduate. All ex­ pressed excitement at achieving their goal of a diploma. The Community Band played for the graduation, and the ceremony was dedi­ cated to Shawn Biek and Brandon Misner, two stu­ dents who died during the past school year. Instructor Cindy Grant gives a first year perspective at the graduation. In This Issue Nashville planning community garage sale June 19 Vermontville Lions plan DARE golf outing School board votes to discuss employee Man arrested for rape, kidnapping store clerk Rrjnpipal/lnstructor l ate Mix addresses the crowd at the Adult and Alternative Education graduation. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 8,1999 - Page 2 High school holds ‘open house’, continued from front page —- Tour guide and student Nathan Carney stands next to a Tech Ed class display. The wind tunnel tests aerodynamics using CO 2 cars. Sheryl Swift (left) is given a tour of the new classrooms at the high school by students Emily Aspinall and Megan Pierce. Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. hen you buy your life insurance from us through AutoOwners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll save you money. As an independent AutoThe Jazz Band performs at the Open House. Owners agent, we take great interest in you — as well as your home and car. We Nashville man is Albion grad are specialists in insuring people — and the things they own. ^/luto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TklNo Rottton'fy/AP TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 Albion College senior Gabriel S. Priddy received a bachelor of arts degree in physical education from Al­ bion College on May 8. He is the son of Steven L. and Sandy D. Priddy of Nashville and graduate of Maple Valley High School. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. Evening Worship ... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................... 7 p.m. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ................ 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School.................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............ 1 a.m. Church School ................... 0 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship ..................... 10:30 a.m. , Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.............................. 10 Fellowship Time.............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class................................ 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening........... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) .Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School.............................. 10 A.M. Service.............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School........................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................... 11 P.M. Service.................................... 7 Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ................ 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West . 10 a.m. . 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT S unday Schoo W orship........... (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ............... 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer..................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service .......6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service........... 7 p.m. AWANA................ 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .................... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 8,1999 - Page 3 Nashville plans garage sales June 19 Halina Craven LANSING - Halina Craven, of Lansing, passed away in her sleep, Saturday, June 5, 1999. Mrs. Craven was bom March 10, 1926 in Poland, the daughter of Styanislaw and Lujca Oleszczuk. She was displaced from Poland in November 1941 by Nazi Germany forces and forced to work as a slave laborer in Zella Melies Munitions Factory until her liberation from a labor camp near Thuringen Germany by United States Army troops in April 1945. Halina married Corporal James L. Craven United States Army in Schweinfurt, Germany on October 7, 1947, and moved to Charlotte in 1948 where she resided until 1953. She then joined her husband in France stationed in Saint Jean D’ Angley, returning to CONUS in August 1956 and residing at Fort Benning, Georgia, Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, Holloman AFB and White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, until October 1964. Mrs. Craven resided in the Lansing area for the last 35 years. Halina was a member of the Living Word Outreach Church. Mrs. Craven is survived by her husband, James; brother & sister-in-law, Leon and Portia Barnett; nieces and nephews, Jeffrey (Diana) Barnett, Joy (Jack) Cummings, Robin (Bemell) Morgan and families of Michigan; sister, Adela Zielinska; and nieces and nephews and several cousins all of Poland. She was preceded in death by her parents; Laurie Hale VERMONTVILLE Mrs. Laurie Hale, age 50, of Vermontville, passed away Tuesday, June 1, 1999. Mrs. Hale was bom January 22, 1949 in Lansing, the daughter of Stanley and Lila (Flood) Green. She was a Sales Representative for the Mark Travel Corporation, former Manager with Spartan Travel, and a former Beautician in Charlotte and Vermontville. Mrs. Hale was a member of Vermontville First Congregational Church. She loved to travel, and loved garden flowers. Mrs. Hale is survived by her husband, Darryl; two daughters, Holli HaleDelaGarza and son-in-law, JC DelaGarza of San Francisco, California, and Robin Hale and her fiancee, Matt Murphy of Rockford; sister, Debbie Zakora of Charlotte; brother, Dick Green of Sunfield; and mother, Lila Green of Vermontville. Funeral Services for Mrs. Hale were held Friday, June 4, 1999 at the First Congregational Church in Vermontville. Reverend Sally Nolan officiated. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Sara Beth Yutzy CHARLOTTE - Sara Beth Yutzy, of Charlotte, passed away Thursday, June 3, 1999. Sara was the first child bom to William Jay and Martha Sue (Miller) Yutzy. Sara was bom Friday, January 22, 1999 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing and passed away at home. She was 4 months and 12 days old. Sara is survived by her parents, William Jay and Martha Sue Yutzy; maternal grandparents, John Junior and Elizabeth I Miller; paternal grandparents, Fred and Sara Ann Yutzy all of Vermontville; aunts, uncles, and nine cousins in Michigan, Missouri and Kansas. Funeral Services for Sara were held Sunday, June 6, 1999 at the Yutzy residence. Ray Hochstetler officiated. Interment was in Rest Haven Cemetery, Vermontville Township. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home. CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP I brother, Janek; and mother­ in-law, Leona Craven of Charlotte. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 8, 1999 from 12:00-2:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Services for Mrs. Craven will be held Tuesday, June 8, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home with Reverend George Fleming officiating. Interment will be in Brickyard Cemetery. The family -suggested memorial contributions be made to Alzheimer’s research. Marvel A. Grinage--NASHVILLE Mrs. Marvel A. Grinage, age 81, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, June 3, 1999 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. Mrs. Grinage was bom January 4, 1918 in Kalkaska, the daughter of William & Pearl May (Barber) Bowen. She married Garland Grinage on May 15, 1937 in Allegan County, and he preceded her in death on February 18, 1987. She was employed at Kellogg’s in Battle Creek for 32 years and belonged to the 25 Year Club there. Mrs. Grinage enjoyed traveling and fishing. She was also preceded in death by her granddaughter, Karen Vaccaro; grandson, Todd Grinage; sisters, Helen Carpenter, Muriel Bowen; brothers, Bill Bowen, and Max Bowen. Mrs. Grinage is survived by her daughters, Charlotte Smith of Union City and Marsha Knapp of Sherwood; son, William (Sheila) Grinage of Nashville; 15 grandchildren; 34 great grandchildren; and six great great grandchildren; sisters, Josephine Starks of Grayling, Lucy Adkins of Battle Creek, Peg Cornwell of Hesperia, Barbara Schroeder of Stanton, and Darlene Engle of Ashflat, Arkansas; brothers, John Bowen of White Pigeon, and Jerry Bowen of Otsego. Funeral Services for Mrs. Grinage were held Monday, June 7, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel. Chaplain Richard Genther officiated. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 Last year over 30 homes participated. Some ran their sales on Friday and Saturday. The Nashville Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the event. According to the Chamber President Dave Mace, there is no fee or formal sign up to run a sale. The Chamber of Commerce will be advertis­ ing in three local newspapers for the event and each partic- Nashville is planning its annual “Village Garage Sales” Saturday, June 19. The sales run on the third Saturday in June every year and everyone in the village and surrounding areas is in­ vited to participate. School Board vote set for Monday, June 4 The annual election of the Maple Valley Schools will be held Monday, June 14. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. Application forms for ab­ sentee ballots may be ob­ tained by contacting the su­ perintendent’s office at 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, 49096. The telephone number is 852­ 9699. Voters will determine who will fill one three-year unex­ pired term and two four-year vacancies on the board of education. President Michael Callton is unopposed for a four-year term and Tim Jacobs is alone on the ballot for the other four-year seat. David Favre is running without opposi­ tion for the unexpired threeyear term. ipant also is invited to adver­ tise for the sale as he or she wants to. An added attraction to this year’s garage sales is a hog roast, sponsored by the Nashville United Methodist Church. This will be held at the church on the comer of Washington and State at lunch time. In the morning, doughnuts and coffee will be sold. 219 North Main St. •Nashville &52-O&A5 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday; 9 am to 4 pm St PHOTO SME 3" Double Prints $2.29 $4.29 $6.29 12 exp. 24 exp. 36 exp. Offer applies only to develop & print orders for 35mm C-41 process color print film. Not valid on Advance Photo System or Premium Processing Offer good June 1-12 Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLEVALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 MLS. Fax:852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker).........................................................................726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)..................................................................... 852-5066 POSSESSION AT CLOSE! COUNTRY HOME ON 5 ACRES Between Nashville & Vermont­ ville. 10 room, 4 bedroom, stately country home, much original woodwork. Maple Valley Schools. (CH-55) CaU Nyle GOOD PROSPECT FOR NASHVILLE 3 BEDROOM HOME “ZERO DOWN" FINANCING 2-story home, 1st floor laundry, Put your tax return into this fenced yard, mature shade & 1 (N-59) house!! CaU today to discover car garage. CaU Nyle. how easy it could be to own this charming remodeled 3 bedroom home with 1 1/2 baths. Call Nyle (N-50) NEW LISTING! VERMONTVILLE CHARMING 3 BEDROOM HOME 1 1/2 baths, newer kitchen, vinyl siding & windows, open staircase, some antique tin-decorative ceilings. Enjoy the beautiful fenced yard loaded with flowers. Additional lot available. Call Nyle. (V-61) VACANT LAND BUILDING LOT IN COUNTRY on Bayne Rd. 4 • miles - northeast of Hastings. Hastings Schools. Call Jerry (VL-60) 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for drive­ way. Located on blacktop road. CaU Homer. ’. Z (VL-49) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE - Perked & sur­ veyed. Located at the edge of Nashville Village Limits. Call Nyle (VL-57) 10 ACRES - Perked & surveyed. Some trees, good “walk-out” building sites. Potential for pond, lots of wild life. Call Nyle. (VL-56) 1.5 ACRES - Surveyed, driveway permit; nat. gas available. Call Nyle (VL-45) 3.9 ACRES - Wooded on private road, con­ tract terms possible. Call Nyle (VL-38) 2.5 ACRES - Some trees, natural-gas avail­ able. Call Nyle (VL-28) 4 ACRES - Water front, wooded, private road. Call Nyle (VL-31) We Have Buyers!! If you are thinking of making a change please give us a call! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 8, 1999 - Page 4 Vermontville Lions plan DARE golf outing The Vermontville Lions Club is inviting all golfers to come play in its fifth annual “D.A.R.E./Quest Benefit Golf Outing” Sunday, June 13. It will be a two-person scramble event, with open­ ings for men, women, or mixed teams. The outing will start at noon at Nashville’s Mulberry Fore Golf Club. The cost is $45 for person, which includes 18 holes, half cart, prizes, and an all-you-caneat buffet after play. There will be a hole-inone giveaway at all four of the par 3 holes, sponsored for the fifth straight year by Davis Pontiac Buick GMC of Charlotte. They are Hole #3, 1999 Buick Century; Hole #5, two airline tickets < Peases to celebrate 50th anniversary Darwin Maurer (left) (sales dept.) and Paul Salow of Davis Pontiac Buick GMC display a 1999 Buick Century for the June 13 Vermontville Lions D.A.R.E. golf outing. TANNING ► < M.00 per visit Walk-Ins $15.00 5 Visit Package $25.00 Teen volunteers needed at Hayes Green Beach *40.00 20 .Visit Package New Tanning Beds California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about how you look at... HAIR CARE ...Shouldn’t You? ► ► ► Tues.-Fri. 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm Downtown Nashville • minded local business, and Lansing area businesses. The Vermontville Lions donated their time, work and energy to make sure that 100 percent of all money col­ lected goes to programs like DARE, where the emphasis is on helping kids. ►i 10 Visit Package STYLES-R-US & TANNING (roundtrip-business class) to Germany; Hole #15, three day-2 night golf getaway va­ cation to Texas; Hole #17, set of Maxfli Australian Blade Irons. The Vermontville Lions have received hole sponsor­ ships from many civic- The family of Edward and Velma (Oaster) Pease request the honor of your presence at an Open House in honor of their 50th anniversary, Saturday, June 19, 1999 from 2:00-5:00 p.m. in the dining room of the Charlotte Masonic Temple, 245 S. Cochran Avenue, Charlotte, Michigan. No gifts, please. The couple grew up neighbors in Kalamo Township, graduated from Bellevue High School, and were mar­ ried June 18,1949 at the Kalamo Methodist Church. They have three daughters and two grandchildren. 852-1757 v » v + Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital in Char­ lotte is looking for a few good teens. Area teen-agers are in­ vited to participate in HGB’s annual summer volunteer program. Teen volunteers perform a variety of services at the hospital, including Baling is easy with Auto-Wrap™ Make your life easier by getting the Auto-Wrap™ tying system for your New Holland Roll-Belt™ round baler. It's available on Model 654. Features include: • Bale shape indicators so you can fill the bale evenly • Bale size indicator so you can monitor the growth of the bale • Choice between 10, 14, 18 or 23 wraps per bale • Automatic twine tying and cutting So when you want dense, good-looking bales, stop by and see the New Holland Auto-Wrap™ NEW HOLLAND clerical support, greeting clinic patients, groundskeeping and more. Students who are at least 14 years of age and who will be in high school in the fall are eligible to volunteer. Both young men and women are needed. Parental consent and a weekly commitment of at least four hours are re­ quired. A two-hour orientation session is provided for par­ ticipants before they are as­ signed to a hospital depart­ ment. The next orientation session will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 16, in the hospital’s Trumley Edu­ cation Center B, Another session is scheduled from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, June 17, for teens who are unable to attend on June 16. Interested teens should call 543-1050, extension 251, to register for the orien­ tation. Community Notice HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-800­ 611-3766. Sunfield Scouts plan recycling Sunfield Boy Scouts will run recycling at the west end of Carl’s parking lot in Sun­ field from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 12. The scouts will take news­ paper, tied or in grocery bags; glass, clear, clean, no caps; aluminum, no paper or plastic coating; tin cans, clean, flatten, no labels; and magazines, tied or in gro­ cery bags, "(no Reader’s Di­ gest). Recyclers are asked not to drop items off early. The next recycling date will be Aug. 14. ; Nashville VFW 8260 ; TACO DINNER Friday, June II 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. ; ALL YOU CAN EAT Adults - $5 : Children under 12 - $3.50 i &miiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimniiifflmfflii 144 SOUTH MAIN STREET STR VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN VERMONTVILLE MICHIGA 49096 REAL ESTATE AUCTION OF A LOVELY NEWER HOME LOCATED at 216 Spring Street, Vermontville, Ml (Spring Street is located on the west side of Vermontville)) on: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9 • 6 PM Help Wanted AEINHOU.AN) JANITORIAL FLOOR CLEANING & SANITA­ TION. Looking for full-time person for night cleaning in Hastings & Delton Retail Food Store, 10pm-6am. $8.00 an hour, benefits available. Criminal his­ tory check. Call 1-800-888-3990 O% for 36 months only on 634, 644 and 654 balers Maple Valley Implement, 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville Inc CONSTRUCTION YEAR Full benefits. 517­ ROUND, 852-2253. Miscellaneous LOSE WEIGHT- AMAZING METABOLISM BREAK­ THROUGH: Quick & Easy! Free samples. Call 616-2487707. Very nice, three bedroom, two bath, 1994 double wide with great room with fireplace, kitchen with dinette area, first floor laundry, central air, cathedral ceiling, island work space in kitchen, oversized tub in master bedroom and 2-1/2 car garage. Stove and refrigerator stay with the home. Great family home or retirement property. Good location on the edge of town but connected to city water and sewer. OPEN HOUSES: Tuesday, June 1 - 4:00-5:30 and Sunday, June 6 -1:00-2:30. CARL SMITH, Owner Selling real estate and all types of personal property at auction, anywhere. (517) 726-0181 i^SiSio Fax: (517) 726-0060 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 8, 1999 - Page 5 Maple Valley has winners in Eaton County Math Day Eaton County Math Day was held May 14 at Olivet college and many Maple Val­ ley students won awards. Each year students from Charlotte, Holt, Olivet, Bellevue, Maple Valley, Eaton Rapids, Grand Ledge and Potterville compete in three different math activi­ ties. A brief sketch of the con- tests and local winners is as follows: Quick Calcs Each student works indi­ vidually on 40 problems at the timed rate of 10 problems per two minutes. Kelsey El­ liston was second in the sixth grade competition, seventh­ grade Derek Ripley was first, eighth-grader John Ter­ berg was first and eighth­ grader Lizzie Sundrla was School Board votes to dismiss employee The Maple Valley Board of Education, at a special meeting recently, approved the dismissal of school dis­ trict employee Sharon Mon­ tello, who had worked as a food delivery driver. Montello was dismissed from her job as a bus driver March 17,1997, for various alleged infractions, but was hired back into the district after winning an arbitration hearing, a sort of appeals process for district employ­ ees. Montello was dismissed recently after being accused of falsifying accusations about sexual harassment and intimidating other employ­ ees, Superintendent Clark Volz said. He chose not to comment furtiter on the matter. Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and keep informed on local & area news Call us at 945-9554 today. second. Dual Digs In this event, a team of two students works together to solve 30 word problems in 45 minutes. In the sixth grade competition, Kelsey Elliston and Katie Eldred and Chase Walden and Paul Morgan were second; sev­ enth-graders Amber Terberg and Kathyn Carney were sec­ ond; in the eighth grade competition, first place went to Rachel Brandenburg and Elizabeth Favre, and went second went to Owen Blakely and Tim Miller; and in the ninth grade competi­ tion, John Terberg and Camille Wieland were first and Nate Jarvie and Dan Mace were second. Jeopardy The Jeopardy event is a four-person team competi­ tion in which questions are awarded over eight cate­ gories. The questions carry different point values similar to the TV Jeopardy game. Winning first place was These students competed at the Eaton County Math Day held recently and took home trophies and awards. the blue team of Krista Driksna, Erein Humel, Kelsey El­ liston and Katie Eldred. Sec­ ond went to the red team of Chase Waldren, Paul Mor­ gan, Tara Gordenski and Amanda Ketchum. For Maple Valley in the seventh grade competition, first place went to the blue team of Derek Ripley, Dustin Powers, Amber Terberg and Kathryn Carney. In the eighth grade compe­ tition, the blue team was first with Rachel Brandenburg, Elizabeth Favre, Owen Blakely and Tim Miller. Trophies were awarded to teams for overall best perfor­ mance. Maple Valley won three trophies: Second place trophy sixth grade red team, Chase Walden, Paul Morgan, Tara Gordenski and Amanda Ketchum. First place trophy - seventh grade blue team, Derek Rip­ ley, Dustin Powers, Amber Terberg and Kathryn Carney. First place trophy - eighth grade blue team, Rachel Brandenburg, Elizabeth Fav­ re, Owen Blakely and Tim Miller. PUT THE EQUITY IN YOUR HOME TO WORK McMillon-Reed Mr. James A. Reed and Ms. Kimberle J. McMillon announce their engagement. The bride-to-be is em­ ployed at Shirley’s Chuck­ wagon Cafe in Nashville. The groom-to-be is a building contractor. A June 19th, 1999 wed­ ding is planned. 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Property insurance required under both plans. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 8,1999 Page 6 Vermontville Bible Church launches 50th anniversary The skies of Vermontville were filled with hundreds of bright balloons recently as part of Vermontville Bible Church's 50th anniversary celebration. The balloon launch was the first part of the celebra­ tion, with another event planned for Sunday, June 27, at the church. Young and old turned out to launch the balloons, which contained the church name, address, phone num­ ber, and the words of Matthew 5:16 — "Let your light shine before me that they may see your good works and glorify your fa­ ther who is in heaven." Don’t Light That Fire Without A Permit! You must have a burning permit for any open burning For information on how to obtain a burn permit, visit the DNR website at www.dnr.state.mi.us. Bum permit regulations vary from location to location. Contact your local bum permit-is­ suing agency for the regulations in your area. Bum permits will be only be issued for one day at a time, as the fire danger conditions permit—days with cool temperatures and calm winds. MICHIGAN Sponsored by the Michigan Interagency Wildland Fire Protection Association Scouts take part in Memorial Day Jon Mudry (left) and Mark Wrubel are two of the scouts who participated in Nashville's Memorial Day ceremonies. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. National Ads MOTHERS AND OTHERS WORK FROM HOME. Earn $500-$4500 per month. Call 1­ 800-935-1617 or visit www.poworkinhome.com. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ 3085 Extl400 24Hrs. SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm Award presented Brandon Phenix is the 1999 recipient of the Eaton Federal Savings Bank scholarship, presented by Dawn Mead. Commission on Aging sets menu, special events Lite Meals Wednesday, June 9 Slices of turkey breast on a kaiser roll, marinated veg­ etables, diced peaches. Thursday, June 10 Shaved lean roast beef on white bread, coleslaw, pick­ led beets. Friday, June 11 Assortment of cubed deli meat and aged cheeses, crackers, mixed fruit, mari­ nated mushrooms. Monday, June 14 Homemade egg salad, crackers, plum halves, toma­ to and pepper salad. potato salad, fancy kraut, warm apple sauce. We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Monday, June 14 B.B.Q. beef, bakery bun, black eyed peas, green beans, mixed fruit. Tuesday, June 15 Seafood rotini, three bean See COA, page 7 (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE B & G Lawncare /T Needyour lawn mowed?AAS Tuesday, June 15 Combination of American and Swiss cheese on freshly baked white bread, beets, potato salad. Hearty Meals Wednesday, June 9 Roast pork tenderloin with com bread stuffing, whipped potatoes, chopped spinach, fresh apple. Thursday, June 10 Broiled chicken breast, bakery bun, California blend vegetables, potatoes, pudding. Friday, June 11 Bratwursti • bun; German Call Nick or Trent at 852-9948 or 726-0099 HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile ~ Call for FREE Estimates — �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. June 8, 1999 - Page 7 ‘Doc’ Hecker entertains Nashville Lions At the recent dinner meet­ ing of the Nashville Lions Club, Lawrence “Doc” Hecker spoke to the group, recalling tales of Nashville’s bygone days. Hecker is the last remain­ ing charter member of the Nashville Lions Club. He told stories of the club’s early days. At one of the first meet­ ings the club was trying to decide what to do forr a fundraiser. Len Feighner suggested to the club that since sugar was being ra­ tioned (this was during In the Service Scripter was promoted based on sustained superior job performance and profi­ ciency in his designated spe­ cialty. The 1996 graduate of Maple Valley High School joined the Marine Corps in August 1996. Michael 1. Scripter Marine Cpl. Michael I. Scripter, son of Janet S. Scott of 10397 Thomapple Lake Road, Nashville, re­ cently was promoted to his present rank while serving with Marine Attack Squad­ ron 211, Marine Air Group 13, Yuma, Anz. Barry County Extension Office CALENDER OF EVENTS Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national ori­ gin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. June 8 June 9 June 9,16 23,30 4-H Exploration Days Orientation Meeting, 7 pm., Community Room, Courts and Law Bldg. Horse Developmental Committee. MG Demo. Garden work session, 6 p.m. at Demo Garden, Expo Center, Fairgrounds. June 11 Adult Riding Clinic, MSU. June 11-13 MI Junior Beef Show and Showcase, MSU Pavilion. June 12 4-H Dairy Clinic, Allegan County Fairgrounds, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 15 Meat, Chickens possession date. Performing Arts pre-regi strati on due to Extension Office. Communications pre-registration due to Exten­ sion Office. Pocket Pet pre-registration due to Extension Office. June 15,16 17 Project F.I.S.H. Workshop, Wolf Lake Fish Hatchery, Mattawan. June 16 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice. June 17 MMPA Dairy Tour, Novi, MI. June 18 State 4-H/FFA Livestock Judging Contest, MSU Pavilion. June 18-19 MI Jr. All Breed Sheep Show - MSU Pavilion. June 18-20 State 4-H Trail Ride, Grayling. June 18-19 MI Spartan Classic Swine Show, MSU Pavilion. June 19 Fair Shooting and Archery competition, Barry County Conservation Club, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.. Master Gardener Articles for July Newsletter due to Ext. Office. June 23-25 Exploration Days, MSU. June 27 Speed Show, 10 a.m.. Expo Center. June 28 Small Animal Sale, mandatory meeting 7 p.m., Expo Center. June 29-1 Ag Expo-MSU. June 21 Call 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! STANTON’S ^mWCTlOn€C85 G Op 144 SOUTH MAIN STREET* VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN 49096 Heal Estate Auction of Two Homes Located at 177 Thornapple Lake Road, Nashville, Ml (ap­ prox. 2 miles north of Nashville, Ml on M-66 to Thor­ napple Lake Road and west approx. 4 miles to property or south of Hastings, Ml on M-37 to M-79, east approx. 5 miles to Thornapple Lake Road and northeast to property) on... TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 1999 • 6:00 PM Selling two homes located on one lot. The larger home has three bedrooms, living room and kitchen/dlning area and bath and the smaller home has a living room/kltchen combination with a bath and one bed­ room. There is also a garage on the property. Great In­ vestment property! Open Houses: Sunday, June 20 -1:00-2:30 and Wednesday, June 23 - 4:00-5:30. call for a flyer! l Montiel Dull, Owner j Selling real estate and farm machinery at auction, anywhere. 517) 72641181 in n IIndiana ndiana &S &Sohio ohi Fax: (517) 726-0060^ “Doc” Hecker and his wife at the Lions dinner meet­ ing. World War II) the local com- munity had a built-in fund­ raiser - maple syrup. A few Vermontville Lions mem­ bers were present at the meeting and thought it was a great idea, too. So both clubs went their separate ways to produce maple syrup. “Doc” told how Nashville got its name. Seems that the Grand River Valley Railroad was run by a man named Nash and at the time, the town didn’t have a name. It was a main terminal on the railroad’s run between Grand his home, where members are to bring a dish to pass and their own table service. Members voted to discon­ tinue the calendar project. Other projects that have been fund-raisers this past year included the pancake sales during the Syrup Festi­ val, which netted $2,300 and the White Cane campaign, which netted $1,200. As a result of the fund-raisers, the club was able to give out five scholarships to local stu­ dents. The winner is... Lynette Hamilton of Nashville was the May winner of an area rug from Hastings Floor Covering of Hastings. Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad! Rapids and Jackson. Nash asked asked community community members members a name... said, “You can name it after me if you want to”... and that’s how Nashville got its name. The Lions Club presented Hecker with a gift of maple syrup for being the guest speaker. In other business, Presi­ dent Dave Mace reminded club members of the June 7 business meeting, as well as the June 21 picnic meeting at to come up with Looking fora PRINTER? COA, continued from page 6-----salad, tomato and cucumber salad, fruited Jell-O. Events Wednesday, June 9 Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, trivia; Delton, blood pressure day. Thursday, June 10 Hastings, Music; Nashville, Bingo; Delton, Trivia. Friday, June 11 Hastings, Bingo; Nashville, Popcorn Day; Woodland, Social Day. Monday, June 14 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, June 15 Hastings - Footcare, blood pressure 9-11; Alz Meeting 1-3. Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad Call Barry County’s MOST COMPLETE PRINTING COMPANY — We have it ALL! (616) 945-5078 / fax: (616) or call 945-9554 945-5192 pX'nj �Vermontville Grocery & Fresh Meat Market 726*0640 Nashville Hardware 233 N. Main, Nashville Tobias Insurance Agency Diana's Place 10030 Thomapple Lake Rd. Nashville 852*9481 Good Time Pizza 501 N. Main, Nashville 852*1985 or 852*1986 Kent Oil & Propane Nashville 852*2005 852*9210 Hamlin's Quik Stop Maple Valley Concrete Products, Inc. 726*1312 Maple Valley Chapel 204 N. Queen St., Nashville C McDmtaal Z. Jarrtt H. EfxHv c l’a‘h J- Bartow c Vtt* r (i0nMT Mtkrrin tea4rn I lUu * J. Carpenter ■ ** .. tkJ 0000 S- Graham R. Mat«ori F. I.ivinipton S. Goris B. Phenix M. Patterton A. Phillip* 8988 Greggs Crossing, Nashville Furniture Stripping By Elaine and Stuart 538 Sherman, Nashville J. Davis J. Stadtl C. Maroon L IVri^rt A. Musser 10708 Kinsel Hwy., Vermontville 852*1649 Hecker Agency 255 N. Main, Nashville 852-9680 k, w 8. Landon C. Dunham < k ^spinal! 0 0 A 01 A. Hichcv A. Patridt I ■ M. Shaner J. Stuti L. Gould Bftmtr 852*0943 MC Repair & Wolver's Real 1 Towing Estate 726*0637 J- Burpee Powers Service Wheeler's Marine Service 135 Washington, Vermontville & Banner 852*1900 852*9587 852*9609 C. Ewing 725 S. Durkee; Nashville 852*0840 S M-66, Nashville D. R. Butrher M-66 at S. Village Limits, 109 N. Main, Nashville Vermontville J. OwctM -Jf: Hansbarger Construction 11201 Vermontville Hwy., Vermontville 726*0323 Musser Service 106 S. Main St., Nashville 852*9446 , �^^F ^^F ^^FA Sherman Street Auto Parts, Inc. Ken's Standard Service ™ s. Carpenter S. Kthrndt B. Carriga Carrigan B Conroy onroy T. Powers r. Allen C. Desrochers R. Arnett — R W - $• Krlggt m4* K. -Belts ). oMTatTthaic.s..s. QOQ* M Mansfield 745 Sherman St., Nashville 726-0589 lll'OOGOO • 209 S. Main, Vermontville J. SlawinAi A. .MiiUinq 852-9500 Stanton Real I Estate & g Auctioneers I Main St., Vermontville I | 726-0181 Fax: 726-0060 Huqhc.« K. St ri whack J. Kenyon HOOO'WCV* MIOOO00O_ JIVlilMt TTr rT.. ..»».. I> WnEiujrn ' W V Il J- Hammonds Mote S r~Thompoan S. Taylor T. Johnson T. Puna E Kndik (.’. Currier T. Sarmento 110090 ■> Jf | 1 D- Carpenter C. Hardin T. Arciwewski 0. Rodcman J. Wymer #• Savings Bank 780 S. Main St. Vermontville 726-0514 374-1200 Formerly Trowbridge Sales & Service 130 S. Main, Vermontville 852-1991 726-0569 fax: 726-0608 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. Hastings City Bank 737 Sherman, Nashville (7 blocks E. of Main) 203 N. Main, Nashville 852-1910 852-0790 Wftiteford & New Holland i. HolliwlU Russell K. C S. A. L R J. Nancy's Beauty Nashville Shop Locker Service 157 S. Main, Vermontville 729 Durkee, Nashville K. Fajnor 726-0330 852-9332 RcMnttm Reyrrt Stkfclcs Trdcur Vallantt XidwU I’cicr Maple Valley Real Estate । Citizens L.L.C. Saddlebag Lake Road, (M-66), Lake Odessa Kenyon's Sales & Service Carl's Super Market, Inc. 999 Reed St., Nashville K M-66 Tire Special by Kathy 109 S. Main St., Nashville Flowers & Gifts 852-1830 207 N. Main, Nashville 852-0313 227 N. Main, Nashville 852-1915 or 852-1916 Vern's Repair 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland 367-4544 I Mace Pharmacy 219 W. Main St., Nashville 852-0845 Hometown Lumber 219 S. State, Nashville 852-0882 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 8,1999 - Page 10 More than 200 alumns celebrate class reunion Fred Frith . (middle) eldest graduate from class of '19 visits with a friend. Honored guests (from left) Maggie Aspinal, and Carroll and Marge Wolff socialize at the reunion. Memorial Day weekend found more than 200 Nashville and Vermontville High School Alumni visit­ ing with former classmates and friends. Three guests were hon­ ored for their service to edu­ cation. Marge and Carroll Wolff, former teacher and superintendent, were given the "Golden Apple" award. Maggie Aspinall, former driver and honored educa­ tional support staff received the "Heart in the Apple" award pin. The Class of 1949 was honored with flowers for their 50th year anniversary since graduation. Jerry Kent and Al Mix read interesting facts from 1949 and a statis­ tical comparison of that class and the 1999 graduat­ ing class. Fred Frith, of class of 1919 received a standing RN SUPERVISOR ovation as the eldest male graduate- he is 98 years old. Oldest female graduate was Carolyn (Hatfield) Priddy from the Class of 1927. Both graduates were given maple syrup donated by Earl and Loma Wilson. Three alumni traveled as far as California to enjoy the fellowship. Conversa­ tion and afterglow was held at St. Cyril's Fellowship Hall by the 50-year grads. H & L MFG. ASSEMBLY Seeking motivated individuals for 2nd shift Piece Rate assembly/molding positions. Earn as much as $10.00 per hour. Long­ term employment plus benefits. Apply at... 122 MAIN STREET, CALEDONIA, Ml Ask for Sue. We currently have one full-time opening on our 2nd shift for an RN Supervisor. Candidates should have LTC and supervisory experience. Interested candidates should submit a com­ pleted application with attached resume to: Jackie Sparks, RN - Director of Nursing Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 EOE CHARGE NURSE cQibrnapple oManor Larry Musser and Lois Gardener report on the Maple Valley Scholarship Foundation at the reunion. Real Estate MISSAUKEE COUNTY: 5 Beautiful Acres adjoining State Land. Ideal camping and hunt­ ing spot. Includes driveway and campsite, $14,900, $500 down, $190/mo., 11% Land Contract. Northern Land Company. 1-800­ 9 6 8 - 3 1 1 8, www.northemlandco.com INCOME PROPERTYLAKE ODESSA: Brick du­ plex, 4bd., 2 baths, enclosed porch, covered patio, double ga­ rage. 616-792-2350__________ 4 BEDROOM HOME FOR SALE, Lake Odessa. Brick, 2 baths, attached garage, finished walkout basement, enclosed porch, covered patio, family room, fireplace. 616-792-2350 FORSALEBYOWNER: 3bd„ 1-1/2 bath Ranch in Nashville, w/finished basement, 2 1/2 car attached garage, paved driveway, 1 /2 acre lot in quiet Fuller Heights neighborhood. $99,000. Please call after 1 lam 517-852-9168. TORCH LAKE: Affordable acreage 20 miles East ofTraverse City. 2 acres, asphalt road, elec­ tric, beautiful views, minutes from public lake access, $24,900. 10% down, $250 per mo. bal­ ance on 11 % land contract. Great Lakes Land Company, 616-922­ 8099. www.greatlakesland.com For Sale Auto 1995 FORD E-150 CONVER­ SION VAN, V-6, p/w, p/1, air, cruise, tilt, only 39,000 miles, job transfer, must sell, $12,500, 517-852-1576 after 5pm. 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $17,000OBO. 948,05D2,r.V Us One full-time position opening on our 2nd shift for a Charge Nurse. Interested candidates should submit a completed application with resume to: Jackie Sparks, RN - Director of Nursing Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 EOE cQiornapple & (^l4anorf Jj $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) ~ ALL JOB SEEKERS ~ Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & September Call 616-374-8837 ...For additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Twin City Foods, Inc. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI E.O.E. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, June 8,1999 - Page 11 Maplewood students sing about character The Fuller Elementary children enjoy the Character Counts show. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer "Character Counts" was the theme to the production put on by Maplewood stu- dents for Fuller students last week Wednesday. Maplewood students, di­ rected by music teacher Ryan Rosin, sang in groups and sang solo. The songs featured related to the six pillars of character. They are: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, car­ ing, and citizenship. The Fuller students seemed to love the perfor­ mance and sang and clapped along. "The kids have worked re­ ally hard on this," said Rosin. "We had a perfor­ mance last month, but de­ cided tliis is such a great program we couldn't just perform it once." School lunch menu Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, June 9 Cheeseburger, potato sticks, pickle spear, sherbet cup, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, June 10 Cheese pizza, carrot sticks, applesauce, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, June 11 Cook’s choice. Monday, June 14 Cook’s choice. Tuesday, June 15 Last day of school. No lunch served. 1/2 day. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Maplewood students sing about character. VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP is accepting resumes for TWO PART-TIME, ENTRY LEVEL EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS Each position would work about twenty five hours per week. Starting wage will be $6.00 to $7.00 per hour. For a complete job description, contact Marcia Grant, Township Clerk, 5150 Round Lake Rd., Vermontville, Ml 49096 or phone 517-726-0032. Resumes are due no later than 5:00 p.m. on June 15,1999. Wednesday, June 9 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel corn, sherbet cup, juice, milk. For Rent VERY NICE, LARGE 1 bed­ room apartment in country. 517­ 852-9386. Farm AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 NOTICE Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN The Nashville Village Council would like to remind all Village residents of the following ordinances: Ordinance #10-10-68 Noxious Weeds - all weeds and grass are to be cut, removed or destroyed by lawful means at least once in every three (3) weeks between May 15 and September 15th of each year. Ordinance #1-8-98-A Roller blades, bikes and sim­ ilar devices are not allowed on the downtown side­ REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. B & B DRYWALL, 12 years experience, insured. New homes, Remodels, Additions’ and Re­ pairs. Hanging & finishing. Call 517-852-9299 or 517-852-0803 VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 LostAnd Found walks or in the public parking lots behind the stores. LOST-MEN’S BLACK WAL­ LET. Saturday, May 29th at For a complete copy of the above ordinances please contact the Village office at 206 N. Main or call 852-9544. Mace Pharmacy in Nashville. Please Return-No questions asked! 852-1580.___________ Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 100 LOST: large short haired white & black cat, neutered male, no collar, North of Hastings. Lost Sunday, May 16th. REWARD. Call w-945-3437 or945-3555 or 948-8348 and ask for Mary Fu: i Thursday, June 10 Choose One - M/W-K HS Dominos. Cook’s choice. Friday, June 11 Cook’s choice. Monday, June 14 Cook’s choice. Tuesday, June 15 Last day of school, No lunch served. 1/2 day. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800 1-800-­ 672-9604. FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS. We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. Garage Sale ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. GARAGE SALE:. June 12th 9am. 8182 Lawrence Rd., Nash­ ville. Lots ofgood miscellaneous. FERE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. SAVE ON MASS MAILING COSTS when you want to reach a large audience, insert yourbrochure in one ofour local publica­ tions. Call 616-945-9554 REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath.. Will move ifnecessary. 1-800672-9604. NEED BUSINESS CARDS, envelopes, brochures or more, call J-Ad Graphics at 616-945­ 9554 Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad today HEALTH CARE CAREER Working in health care requires a sense of devotion, caring and reliability. We feel these are a few of the key characteristics that make excellent nursing assistants. If you would like to train for a nursing assistant position in our skilled nursing facility, apply in person at Thornapplc Manor. Our next class will run from June 16lh to July 1st. Starling wage is $8.11 per hour with excellent benefits available. Class is not held on the weekends. Apply by June 10th, 1999. cQibrnapple -'Af 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 REGULAR SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF REGULAR ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 14,1999 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the regular election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 14,1999. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING. At the regular school election there will be elected two (2) members to the board of education of the district for full terms of four (4) years end­ ing in 2003, and one (1) member for an unexpired term of three (3) years ending in 2002. THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCIES: FOUR YEAR TERMS THREE YEAR TERM Michael N. Callton David S. Favre Timothy A. James Write-in candidates must file a Declaration of Intent on or before 4 p.m. Friday, June 11,1999. THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Place: Kellogg Elementary Gym, in the Village of Nashville, Michigan. The first precinct consists of all territory of the school district located in Assyria, Baltimore, Castleton, Hastings and Maple Grove Townships. PRECINCT NO. 2 Voting Place: Maplewood Elementary School, in the Village of Ver­ montville, Michigan. The second precinct consists of all territory of the school district located in Carmel, Chester, Kalamo, Sunfield and Vermontville Townships. All school electors who are registered with the city or township clerk of the city or township in which they reside are eligible to vote at this elec­ tion. This Notice is given by order of the board of education. Allison Avery, Secretary, Board of Education �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 8,1999 - Page 12 Fuller Elementary shows off renovations, additions and friends toured the new classrooms last Thursday. Ms. Hansen's 2nd graders tour the new art and music classroom. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The open house at Fuller Elementary last Thursday night brought family, friends and taxpayers to­ gether to view completed construction. The district has been reaping the rewards of all die hard work gone into the building of die new facili- ties in the past few weeks. Fuller has had many new additions, including class­ rooms, a multi-purpose room, new lockers and en­ trance ways. "It's wonderful," said Principal Bernie Hynes. "We are celebrating having room for all the children in die building after 20 plus years of having students housed in portable class­ rooms." "The students have been pleased to spend their final days in this school year in the new wings," she said. "Another great thing is that after eating in classrooms all year, everyone is enjoy­ ing breakfast and lunch served in the all-purpose room. We are looking for- ward to many productions to be held on our new stage area. We are just so happy how everything has really come together. "We would all like to thank our taxpayers for this beautiful building for our youngest public school children.” Physicals offered at Maple Valley June 19 Maple Valley sports physicals will be held Saturday, June 19 in the high school gymnasium from noon-4 p.m. The physicals are for all students wishing to participate in athletics next year in die seven th-12di grades. Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726<)377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 Cost for physicals is $10. Students must have a physical card on file to participate in any junior or senior high sports. Sports offered at Maple Valley in the fall are high school football, high school football cheer leading, sevendi, eighdi, ninth, junior varsity and varsity girls basketball, cross country and boys golf. In the winter sports offered include seventh, eighth, ninth, junior varsity and varsity boys basketball, seventh, eighth, ninth, junior varsity and varsity basketball cheer leading, competitive cheer, seventh, eighth, ninth, junior varsity and varsity volleyball and junior high Hog Roast and senior high wrestling. Ninth, junior varsity and varsity softball, ninth, junior varsity and varsity baseball and girls and boys junior high and senior high track are offered in the spring campaign. Physical cards must be signed by student and parent. Cards can be picked up in the high school or Maplewood office. Physicals are good for the entire school year. If you have any questions, call the high school office at 852-9275 after 1 p.m. and ask for Sheila Dunn. Buyer Beware (NAPS)—Be sure to read all the fine print on those “satellite dish” ads you’ve been seeing. While the prices in big print may look low, the actual cost is likely to be much higher. According to satellite industry reports the average subscriber is paying $65 a month for the most popular at... (Corner ofState and Washington) Same Day as Village Yard Sales • Serving Coffee and Donuts at 7 am Lunch: Pork Sandwiches, Baked Beans, Potato Chips, Cake and Drink $5.00 per person • $3.00 Children Under 12 Free Children Under 5 Proceeds divided 50-50 between the Church and Maple Valley Band Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 905-9550 to place your classified ad. Subscribe Today! Get all the news of the county. 945-9554 United Methodist Church of Nashville Saturday, June 19th Teachers Mary Keely (left) and Sue Schinck arrive with some last minute supplies for their new classrooms. « combination ofprogram ser­ vices! And that doesn’t count the cost of equipment or installation. Those monthly satellite subscriptions mainly pay for reception ofthe most popular cable televsion chan­ nels. By way of comparison, the average cable television customer spends only $35 a month, and there is no equip­ ment to buy. So, read all the fine print carefully. • • ? • Sports Historical Government Ann Landers The Hastings . And More! DANNER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 8, 1999 — Page 13 Man arrested for rape kidnapping store clerk A 22-year-oId Hastings man was arrested in Saranac Friday in connection with the rape and kidnapping of a 44-year-old woman from a Hastings area store on Thursday. Det. Sgt. Lou Quinn of the Slate Police said the suspect has been lodged in the Barry County jail pending filing of charges of kidnapping and first degree criminal sexual assualt. He was expected to be arraigned at about press time Wednesday. The woman apparently was working as the clerk at Middle Lake Grocery on Barber Road in Carlton Township when the incident occurred at about 9:30 a.m., said police. According to troopers, a man described as a white male in his early to mid 20s, 6'2" tall with a slim build, and short, brown hair, entered the store brandishing a knife and forced the woman into his vehicle. After the kidnapping, the suspect drove the victim several miles to the Saranac area, where she was able to jump from the vehicle, es­ caping into a nearby phar­ macy where she called 911. The Ionia County Sher­ iffs Department responded to (lie pharmacy, where offi- cers assisted the victim. Quinn said Lt. Dale Miller of the Ionia County Sheriffs Department devel­ oped information that led authorities to a possible suspect vehicle in the Saranac area. Eventually, the occupants of the vehicle were located and identified as being from the Barry County area. "They helped us out greatly with the information they received,” said Trooper Jim Flegel. The suspect, originally from Tennessee and formerly of Saranac, has no apparent criminal history, said Flegel. Woman arrested for Assyria Township business arson A 34-year-old Battle Creek woman accused of setting a fire that destroyed North Avenue car repair business in Assyria Town­ ship one year ago is being held in the Barry County Jail on $150,000 bond. Julie Hensley is charged with one count of arson and could spend a maximum of 20 years in prison if con­ victed. A preliminary examina­ tion of the case will be held in Barry County's 56-1 Dis­ trict Court June 9 at 9 a.m. "Its taken a year for peo­ ple to come forward to pro­ vide information," said Trooper Paul Gonyeau of the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police, who declined to reveal how the fire was set. More than $100,000 dam- age was caused by the fire, which destroyed two custom built mud bog pickup trucks, hydraulic lifts, tools, exhaust systems and more. The fire victim is Hens­ ley's former live-in boyfriend. He sought a per­ sonal protection order against her shortly after die fire, stating (hat he feared for his life and the life of his son. Nashville man held on cocaine charge A 20-year-old Nashville man has been charged with cocaine possession as the result of an accident Monday in Hastings Township in which he allegedly crashed into a Freeport Police De­ partment car at about 2 p.m. Jeffrey Vogel is free on a $1,000 bond. A preliminary examination is set for 9 a.m. in Barry County's 56-1 District Court. Police said Officer Terry । Johnson was working for the Freeport Police Depart­ ment Monday when he was asked to assist the Nashville' department on two domestic assault complaints. Johnson later was on’ M M­ 79 enroute to Barry Central Dispatch when Vogel's car allegedly ran a stop sign at Thornapple Lake Road and collided with the patrol car. Shortly after the crash, said police, Vogel's uniden­ tified passenger exited the vehicle, then fled on foot. The man was not found de­ spite an extensive search, which involved a Michigan State Police tracking dog. Police reportedly found two syringes in Vogel's pants pocket and a spoon containing an unknown, white powdery substance wrapped in cellophane. He was taken to jail on charges of drug possession and driving on a suspended license and was arraigned on Resisting arrest leads to charge A Woodland man wanted by police for allegedly vio­ lating his probation by be­ ing assaultive and failing to report to his probation agent faces additional charges for resisting police officers, ac­ cording to the Hastings Post of tire Michigan State Po­ lice. Joseph Lumbert allegedly tried escape through a win­ dow May 28 at the Thor­ napple Lake Estates Trailer Park in Castleton Township as two troopers and a deputy attempted to arrest him on the outstanding warrants, said Trooper Paul Gonyeau. All three officers, includ- ing Deputy Karl Vlietstra, who was struck in the face with a hard object, suffered minor injuries during Lum­ bert's alleged escape at­ tempt, Gonyeau said. Lumbert is charged with three counts of resisting and obstructing police officers and is being held on $3,000, 10 percent bond on all three counts. He is also charged with malicious destruction of property under $100, domes­ tic violence and driving on a suspended license. A June 9 pretrial hearing has been scheduled. the charges May 31. No one was injured and the incident remains under investigation by the Freeport Police Department and the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. Three recent grads injured in accident Three Nashville men who reportedly graduated from Maple Valley Alternative Education last week were hurt in a single vehicle acci­ dent at about 1:45 a.m. Wednesday. Police said Chris Felzke, 20, may be charged with operating under the influ­ ence of alcohol as a result of the accident in which he was driving north on M-66, went off the road to the west near Bivens Road, went back across the road to the east and came to rest in a ditch. Felzke and his passengers, John Musser, 17, of Ver­ montville and Tyler Robins, 20, of Charlotte, were taken to Pennock Hospital in Hastings, where they were treated for their injuries and released. Musser and Robins both were cited for being minors in possession of alcohol, said police. Musser also was cited for not wearing a seat belt. No other information was available at press time. Nashville man sentenced to jail Harold -Butcher, 21, of Nashville, was sentenced recently in Barry County Circuit Court to one year in jail and five years probation on his convictions of probation violation, larceny of a motor vehicle and malicious destruction of property over $1,000. "As the court is aware, this defendant has a long history of being in trouble, beginning in 1993," said Assistant Prosecutor Amy Kuzava. "After becoming an adult in June of 1995, just six months after turning 17, he committed his first felony as an adult." After that, Butcher was convicted of breaking and entering, probation viola­ tion, two assault and batter­ ies in Eaton County, receiv­ ing and concealing stolen property over $100, two ut­ tering and publishing charges and another breaking and entering. "Now, he's here for mali­ cious destruction of prop­ erty, larceny from a vehicle and felony assault," said Kuzava. "This is the result of him hitting another car head-on. Obviously Mr. Butcher has a blatant disre­ gard for the court, its rules and the community." According to attorney Michael McPhillips, But­ cher simply does not realize that when he is on probation, he's not in charge. "I know his history isn't good," said McPhillips. "Harold may finally be at the point where he is tired of being in jail and wants to do something different." Butcher told Judge James Fisher he is working on his behavior. "I've tried to change my ways and I don't think prison is going to help," said Butcher. "It may not," said Fisher, "but it would remove you from society for a period of time to prevent you from committing a number of of­ fenses. I hope you grow up one of these days." * $1,000,000 Gift for your Family Lynn Denton 4695 Middleville Rd., M-37 Middleville 1-800-443-5253 Now you can leave your family with a $1,000,000 (or more) legacy... at a cost as little as a few hundred dollars a year. The new term policy from Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company of Michigan gives big protection at a low cost. Exclusively for Michigan families and businesses. Call today for details. MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU insurance fARMflUtn AU MUTUAL •FAWe<J«fAULI»€.lAWMBUA€AU«NflUl www.farmbureauinsurance-mi.com 5°J MMVRSAH CENAs We currently have full- and part-time openings on all three shifts for qualified CENAs. Competitive wages and benefits are available, along with an excellent team of staff! Submit application to: Jackie Sparks, RN - Director of Nursing Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 EOE GOOD DEALS Stock up for the harvest season with great deals from John Deere, When you buy John Deere parts, not only will you get high-quality products, but you’ll also get the best value for your dollar. PENETRATING OIL • Designed to penetrate and locked-up parts • Prevents corrosion and rust on metal parts and tools • 16-oz. spray can GOOD$afl 95 DEAL JL TY15970 Reg- $3.59 Sale ends July 14. HITCH PINS • Size 3/4 in. x 6-1/4 in. • One-piece, coldforged steel body • Large handle for solid grip PM14890 GOOD DEAL 2 for *2“ - SAVE 50 PERCENT Sale ends July 14. ALUMINUM SCOOP SHOVEL • 15-1/4-in.x 19-3/4 in. heattreated aluminum blade • Non-sparking and rustproof • Heavy-duty steel and wood D-grip GOOD DEAL $1995 TY24490 Sale ends July 14. We have the quality products you’ll need for your farm, home, and shop - all at a price you’ll like! “Good Deals” products on sale through July 14. £31 JOHN DEERE www.deere.com Fillmore Equipment, Inc. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 6; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat.7 to 4 945-9526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 8,1999 - Page 14 Fuller children enjoy petting zoo The students reach through the bars to pet this calf. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer In a quick glance, Fuller Elementary seemed to have a barnyard on its grounds Friday, May 21. But a closer look revealed the fourth annual petting zoo sponsored by the agri­ culture class at Maple Val­ ley High School. Fuller students had die chance to meet many critters face to face. The animals in­ cluded goats, a pony, turkeys, ducks, calves and others. Not only did the students get a chance to pet the ani­ mals, they also asked the One of the favorite animals at the petting zoo is this pony. high school students many questions about the animals. Most common were, "What does it eat?” and "Where does it live?" After the zoo the children took a Popsickle break in the warm weather. Even die goat got a Popsickle. Mizuno Junior Tour ready into swing in second season The Mizuno Junior Tour starts its second season soon with die first of its Uiree new tour stops. The opening date is June 18 and the location is die Grand Ledge Country Club. Driving accuracy is SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS a must at diis course. Owner/operator Jim Lipkowitz has placed hundreds of pine trees through the course, making it advantageous keeping die ball in play. The second new tour stop is Willow Wood and tour players will take to that Portland course July 26. Even though the course is young, it is in excellent condition. Willow Wood offers large rolling greens and a few interesting par fours where the trees and traps come into play. The final tournament of • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations Full Color Copies MA MAJ' each E Expires June 30, 1999 (No copyrighted pictures) (N Char otte Lthograph no. A division of J-Ad Graphics (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m Lake Golf Course near Saranac (July 16) and the Mullenhurst Golf Course near Delton (July 19). This year, the Mizuno Junior Tour will award three $500 scholarships to year 2000 graduates. Winners will be determined by blind draw July 29 at the Lansing Country Club. One scholarship will be presented by Tai Gearhart, a representative of the Lansing Area State Farm Agents. Another $500 scholarship will be sponsored by die Mizuno Junior Tour. The diird award has been donated by Mike Borland, a Mizuno area representative. Last year's Mizuno Scholarship recipient was Kevin McNutt from Eaton Rapids. For more information, or to request entry forms, call tournament director Mike Booher at (517) 726­ 1066. Application forms can be obtained on the Internet at www.MizunoJrTour.com. Tour updates, tee times and tournament results will also be posted on the web site. Lions’ hitters bow out in district final • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps . (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy Experts J' 814x11” only the year is July 29 at the Lansing Country Club, the third new stop this season. The field at LCC will be limited to 60 golfers. It is considered one of the most difficult courses in the area and will be a challenge with many well-placed bunkers and green-side traps. The greens are some of the fastest the tour players will compete on. Other tour stops include Centennial Acres near Sunfield (June 22), Rolling Hills/Shadow Ridge near Ionia (June 30), die Hastings Country Club (July 9), the Morrison Clearing New Heights... Pole vaulter Don DeLong, of Estero High School in Bonita Springs Fla., had a terrific senior campaign. DeLong placed first in districts, conference and regionals. He broke the school record of 13 feet, won a medal at the State championships and a received college scholarship. DeLong attended Maple Valley High School until his sophomore year. (Photo provided) The Lions collected 28 hits in two district games Saturday, but lost the championship contest because of too many walks and too many errors. Maple Valley up-ended Bellevue 18-13 in its Saturday opener before falling to Pennfield 18-7 in die championship contest. Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's squad collected 13 hits versus Pennfield with Tyson Vorce going 3-for-5, Nathan Swift 2-for-3 and Jacob Cole also going 2for-3. Pennfield had 16 hits and two home runs. M.V. also helped Pennfield's cause with six walks and a couple of errors. In the win against the Broncos, Mike Meade went 3-for-4, Ken Lackscheide 2-for-4 with a home run, Jeff Rhoades went 2-for-3 with a double and a home run. Cole had four RBI and Chris Ewing also smacked a home run. Lackscheide also scored three runs. Cole was the winning pitcher, going 6 2/3 innings for die triumph. Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get all the news of Barry County. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM, GL 0531 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 8,1999 - Page 16 Despite rain, Memorial Day celebration held Many people turned out despite the pouring rain to attend the Memorial Day dedication at Woodlawn Cemetery which honored the dedication and risks veterans have taken to preserve freedom. A beautiful new monument honoring those veterans was donated by Altie Swift on Memorial Day. The memorial rests at Woodlawn Cemetery, and honors those who have served for their country. WMU’s winter dean’s list includes five area students fl Authorized Quality service [} Competitive Prices fl JiEcTTZTOnNm D68I6F Monday-Friday -r & t] Full Line of Alternators & n starters in Stock 517/852-9446 rt -■Un Alaskan King Five area students have been named to the dean's list for the winter term at Western Michigan University. TTo be named to the list, students are required to earn at least a 3.5 grade point av­ erage on a 4.0 scale and carry at least 12 graded credit hours per term. The students, their home­ towns, parents (where made available) and major fields of study are: • Julia A. Garlinger of Nashville, daughter of J. A. Garlinger, dietetics. • Sarah M. Leep of Nashville, daughter of 40-50 Ct., Texas Brown Fresh Stuffed Store Made Shrimp Bratwurst 3 Tomas and Bonnie Leep, el­ ementary group minors. • Robb R. Rosin of Nashville, mathematics. • Dana Hasselback of Vermontville, daughter of Robert and Joan Hasselback, food marketing. • Travis E. McIntire of Vermontville, English. Center Cut Pork Chops 99 99 Lb. Lb. g $ i i SSSS5 ft Country Style Yoder’s Slaw, Macaroni or Lean Shaved or Sliced Ribs Potato Deli Ham Oscar Mayer 4.4-4.5 Oz. obles £ A■ 99 Lunchabl Lb. Gallon, Bareman’s Vitamin D Milk FREE One 15 Oz. Can IGA Pears, Peaches or Fruit Cocktail With One Completed Super Saver Card 2 Liters <Ed. Big J’s 15 Oz. Tortilla or Pepsi or 7*up Products IGA P Potato Chips Vermontville Grocery - and - Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday £ � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-06-15.pdf 1b0abceee80af7bdb91ef26863eb29be PDF Text Text PM Hastic BULK RATE V.§.rOSTATJErr PAID : I lutings. MI 49058 H Permit No. 1 HASriNi ! RCH ST Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 24/June 15,1999 Nashville gets donation to build anew library by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council has asked the Li­ brary Board to look into a $65,000 donation from T. Wayne Fuller Trust Fund to be used for a new library. The donation will be given with the condition that a new library be built. Council President Dennis Mapes said that the council is not sure that the village wants to build a new library and referred the matter to the Library Board, which later will bring a recommenda­ tion to the council. "There are a lot of issues to look into," said Mapes, before the meeting. "Whether we want to build a new library, what kind of building we could build with the money..." The historic Putnam Pub­ lic Library already exists within the village. In other business at the meeting Thursday night, the council: • Heard from Fleis and Vandenbrink about the water system reliability study and master plan. • Decided to rebid a vil­ lage dump truck without a minimum bid. • Approved curb replace­ ment on Maple Street. • Appointed Bonnie White to the Policy and Ordinance Committee after she re­ quested to be put on another committee. Heard from Village Attor­ ney Jeff Sluggett on changes to the village char­ ter. He outlined the coun­ cil's options and the charter issue was sent back to the Policy and Ordinance Committee for review. Summer reading program to start “G’Day for Reading” is this summer’s slogan at the Putnam District Library. Australian activities and fun from the “Land Down Under” will be the focus of this year’s reading program. Children of all ages are in- vited to participate in a weekly series of story and craft programs. They may register Wednesday, June 23. Programs begin on June 30. All program participants who reach their reading goal during the summer will re- ceive prizes. The summer reading pro­ gram is sponsored annually by the Michigan Library As­ sociation. It is designed to encourage children to read See reading program, pg. 3 Commencement doesn’t wilt under hot temperatures by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The sweltering sun could not wilt the joyous spirit of the graduating class, of Maple Valley High School Sunday, June 6. __Temperatures climbed into the 90s, but provided a clear day for the outdoor cel­ ebration. Teacher Ward Rooks de­ livered the commencement address, praising the class and at times using humor to deliver his speech. He told the students they had a re­ sponsibility for their actions to the community and that he would like to hear how they are doing in a year. "The ones that will not succeed in life are the ones who blame otliers for their problems," he told the class. He also told how he ac­ companied the class on a trip to Washington D.C. and said the students be­ haved exceptionally well. Junia Jarvie presented numerous scholarships to the students from the Maple Valley Memorial Scholar­ ship Foundation. (See ac­ companying article). The choir, directed by Ryan Rosin, sings at graduation for the crowd. Carrie Hardin, salutato- rian, told fellow class mem­ bers how they would not immediately become adults with receiving of the diplo­ mas, but kthat it would be more of a process. Senior Class President Scott VanEngen talked about the school construc­ tion, sports and the prom. "We can all call each other friends," he said. Class Valedictorian Erika Krolik said the students have learned to work around construction and other ob­ stacles. "I don't think my GPA (grade point average) means I am qualified to give you all advice..." she said. "But I do wish each and every one of you success." The students were presented their diplomas and were entertained by the Maple Valley Band, directed by Dennis Vanderhoef, and the choir, directed by Ryan Rosin. Valedictorian Erica Krolik addresses the graduating class of '99. In This Issue Hastings man accused of kidnapping and rape Vermontville Boy Scouts take part in Spring Camporee Local scholarship foundation presents 26 students with awards • Maplewood 6th graders graduate from DARE program Class President Scott VanEngen talks to the graduating class. "We can all call each other friends," he said. M! Paj ntjT �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, June 15. 1999 - Page 2 Masons get first boy foreign exchange student by Shawna Hnbbarth Staff Writer Audrey Ledesma from the Philippines is the latest in a long line of exchange stu­ dent to stay with Bill and Sharon Mason in Ver­ montville. Many exchange students spend time at the Masons', but this is the first time they have hosted a boy. "It has gone extremely well,” said Bill. "It took a lot of trouble to get him here, but he has been a plea­ sure to have." Ledesma arrived from the Philippine city of Bacolod May 28. He is 23 years old. He will fly to California Monday, June 14, to spend Bill Mason and Audrey Ledesma from the Philippines. Buy life insurance and save on your home and car, hen you buy your life insurance from us through AutoOwners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll save you money. As an independent AutoOwners agent, we take great interest in you — as well as your home and car. We are specialists in insuring people - and the things they own. ^uto-Owners Insurance - Life Home Car Business TkiNoHMfiUopte TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 These are the winners of the local ninth annual Women's Christian Temperance Union poster contest. The students are all 5th graders at Maplewood. Back row, left: first place winner Jamie Gilbert, second place winner Brandi Walden, third place winner Justin Hoard, (following students received honorable mention) Stacie Cook, Mike James. Front row, left: Andi Cahoon, Caitlin Amalio, Mick Nighbert and Sarah Trumble. The students participated in the contest with the help of art teacher Jill Shance. The criteria the posters were judged upon were the use of creativity, message, and simplicity. The subject was how to say no to drugs and alcohol. time with relatives living there, then return home. His trip is part of the Lions In­ ternational Youth Exchange program. Ledesma is a Junior Lion at home. He has graduated from college with a degree in physical therapy. Despite his degree, he will most likely work with his family on their sugar plantation. He will also help with the trucking business his family owns and plans to open a resort beach when he returns home. Ledesma played golf for the first time with his host father. He beat him too. "Don't put that in the pa­ per," Bill joked. "It will ruin my reputation!" Ledesma has also attended a Lansing Lugnut game, will be going to the State Capitol building and has had the typical American experi­ ence of shopping at a Blue sooner than it wilt De re­ leased at home. "It was great!" he said with a smile. Ledesma said he has found the U.S. to be more open and less congested than his home. "It is more open and peaceful, it is less crowded and there is good manage­ ment with traffic," he said. One of the adjustments he made was eating different food while her in the states. "Back home we eat a lot of rice — breakfast, lunch and dinner we have rice," he explained. But other things are the same, such as eating meat, which he said he eats often at home. Ledesma said he has al­ ready achieved some of his goals he had for this trip — experience, opportunity to see different things, and broadening of ideas. He said he is looking forward to go­ ing to L.A., but will miss his host family. The rapport was obvious as he and Bill joked and kidded each other. "The people here are very friendly — especially this one," he laughed as he pointed to Bill. Light Special at Kmart. He showed off his bargains proudly. He also had the chance to see the newest "Star Wars" film, a full three months LOCALCHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................... 7 p.m. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School ................. .10 a.m. Youth Groups. Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON Sunday School................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training Sunday A.M. Worship .................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group * Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Fellowship Time..... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Wbrship ......... .11a.m. P.M. Worship........... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Wbrship ............................... 7 p.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School................... 10 10a.m. W.orship 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1926 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTOR A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service..........7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 15,1999- Paqe 3 Engagements Hyatt-Fowler announce engagement Grahams to celebrate silver anniversary Stan and Marabeth Graham will be celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary. They were married June 8th, 1974 at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. They will be renewing their vows at 2:00 p.m. on June 27th, 1999 at the Nashville United Methodist Church with an open house immediately following Stan and Marabeth are the proud parents of'two sons, Travis and Trent. They invite you to come share their joy. •sSj ’4.00 per visit Walk-Ins 5 Visit Package Weilers to observe golden anniversary Dick and Rachel (Viele) Weiler celebrated 50 years together on May 29th. They have resided and been active in the Vermontville community their entire lives. They have three children,TJancy of Gettysburg, Nyle of Vermontville and Sue Blowers of Lansing; and three grandchildren, Josh and "Courtney Blowers and Zachary Weiler. They will celebrate with family on June 13th. for pleasure and to explore all the resources available at their public library. As they enjoy books and other, li­ brary materials such as mag-, azines and computers, they can build valuable lifelong interests. Planning a garage sale? Have something to sell? Call C ■ Will 1 "A NEWLIFE" VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH (5 miles south ofNashville, 1/2 mile east on Cloverdale Road) JUNE 21-25 9:30-11:45 a.m. CLOSING PROGRAM: 7:30 p.m., JUNE 25 For transportation or further information, call Mrs. Ruth Potter at 852-0861 $0TH •J 945-9554 to place an ACTION-Ad! Anniversa^j, 1949-1999 Vermontville Bible Church * Come Help Us Celebrate On... June 27th 9:45 - Sunday School 11:00 - Former Pastors & Special Musci 1:00 - Lunch Served 2:00 - Old Fashioned Kid’s Games 3:00 - “Stroll Down Memory Lane” - by Bill Reynolds Pastor Daniel E. Smith Vermontville Bible Church 250 N. Main Street, Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 726-0647 ’ • . Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify ^5 “God’s Light in a Dark World” ’25.00 Reading program, from front page For all your wedding stationary needs stop out or call the Reminder at 945-9554 9 aa r^1 TANNING ’15.00 i-.- Z? The parents of Machael (Shelly) Lynn Hyatt are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter to Riley Edward Fowler, son ofRandy and Kim Fowler of Nashville.. An Aug. 14, 1999 wed­ ding is being planned. your Father, who is in heaven. Matthew 5:16 10 Visit Package The Putnam; District Li­ brary is located' at 327 N. Main in Nashville and. is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday fro 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday 4 to 8, Saturday 9 to noon. The schedule for the sum­ mer program s 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. .Wednesday, June 30, July 7,- 14, 21, and 28, and Aug. 4, 11, 18 and 25.' ’40.00 20 Visit Package New Tanning Beds California Tan & Australian Gold Lotions We care about howyou look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn't You? Tiies.-Fri.- 8am - 8 pm; Sat. 8 am - 2pm Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 A NEW Millennium On the. threshold ofbetter things Some people say the end of 1999 could also be an end to our age ofprosperity. You'll be happy to know we see things differently. Instead of being the end, we believe Year 2000 will be a remarkable, new beginning. We've worked hard to prepare our entire institution for the Year 2000 readiness. Our regulators established strict guide­ lines for dealing with these complicated issues, and we've been busy completing what needs to be done...so through the transition, we'll be at your side. The'best is yet to come. We're thankful we'll be there together. "YEAR 2000 READINESS DISCLOSURE" fastings Citp iBank READY TO SERVE YOU IN THE NEW MILLENNIUM Member FDIC 91091 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 15,1999 - Page 4 Hastings man accused of kidnapping and rape A 22-year-old Barber Road man accused of kidnapping a clerk from the Middle Lake Grocery store and then rap­ ing her June 3 is being held on $250,000 bond in the Barry County Jail. Michael Mutchie, a resi­ dent of Merlino's mobile home park, could face life in prison if convicted of two counts of rape and one count of kidnapping. Mutchie, who has no ap­ parent criminal history, was arraigned June 7 and attor­ ney Frank Hillary was ap­ pointed to represent him at a preliminary examination on the charges Wednesday, June 16, at 9 a.m. The 44-year-old Hastings woman was working in the store at about 9:30 a.m. when Mutchie, whom she did not know but recognized as a previous customer, al­ legedly entered the store and placed a bottle of pop on the counter before exiting the building. Mutchie allegedly re-en­ tered the store with a knife, raped her, forced her into his vehicle and locked the store before driving her in silence several miles through Clarksville and into Saranac in Ionia County. The woman was able to escape when Mutchie al­ legedly slowed the car at a crosswalk to avoid hitting a pedestrian. Police said she ran into the L & S Drug Store and called 911. "Lt. Dale Miller from the Ionia County Sheriffs de­ partment received a tip from an anonymous source and further leads developed a suspect," said Trooper Jim Flegel. Mutchie was located in the suspect vehicle in Saranac Friday afternoon with another Barry County 50 ❖ 50 * 50 ❖ 50 ❖ 50 ❖ 50 ❖ 50 ❖ 50 ❖ 50 Happy 50 th g Birthday suzy § CORKWELL £ resident, said Flegel, and was arrested by troopers from the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. The woman was not seri­ ously injured in the attack. Mutchie, who is origi­ nally from Tennessee, moved to Saranac some time ago before recently coming to Barry County. Ionia authorities are in­ vestigating the possibility of a connection between Mutchie and some previous, unsolved rapes and assaults in Ionia County, said po­ lice. No other information was available at press time and the incident remains under investigation. Putnam Library plans book sale There will be a book sale at Putnam Library, Satur­ day, June 19. The sale will run in conjuction with the village wide garage sales, said Putnam Librarian Deidra Bryans. The sale is planned from 9 a.m. to noon. June 15th Business Services Love, Your Family 50 ❖ 50 ❖ 50 ❖ 50 ❖ 50 ❖ 50 ❖ 50 ❖ 50 ❖ 50 ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. B & B DRYWALL, 12 years experience, insured. New homes. Remodels, Additions and Re­ pairs. Hanging & finishing. Call 517-852-9299 or 517-852-0803 VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David HaHiwill, owner. 517-543-1002 ANNUAL NASHVILLE VILLAGE-WIDE Real Estate CLARE COUNTY: 10 BEAU­ TIFULLY WOODED private acres on year round cbunty road,includes driveway and cleared building site. State land nearby: $22,900, $500 down, $280/mo, 11% land contract, adjoining 10 acres also for sale for $26,900, Northern Land Com­ pany, 1-800-968-3118 or www.northemlandco.com GARAGE SALE Saturday, June 19 Large number of families participating Ad Paid For By... „ 1 NASHVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 3 ACRE BUILDING SITE, $22,900, walkout site with ex­ cellentview, land contract terms available, approximately 5 miles northand 1 mile east of Hastings; several 8 acre parcels also, from $29,900 to $33,900, days 616­ 891-8982, evenings 616-891­ 1693 or 616-891-8457. Hog Roast at... United Methodist Church of Nashville (Corner ofState and Washington) Saturday, June 19th Same Day as Village Yard Sales • Serving Coffee and Donuts at 7 am Lunch: Pork Sandwiches, Baked Beans, Potato Chips, Cake and Drink $5.00 per person • $3.00 Children Under 12 Free Children Under 5 Proceeds divided 50-50 between the Church and the Community Donations have been re­ ceived in memory of Marge Shilton by Kenneth and Dorothy Jones, in memory of Clayton Johnson by For­ est and Thomas Potter and in memory of Darlene Ham­ mond by Nadine Garlinger. Books have been donated to the library by Pat Baker­ Smith, Stephanie Bemheisel, Shirley Dexter in memory of Ernest Gross, Junea Jarvie, Lenore Schram, Rosie Murphy and Janet Emmert. Latest books Adult Fiction - Certain Prey by John Sandford a southern hit woman who is hired for a job in Minnesota where events begin to un­ ravel when a witness sur­ vives. The Color of Water by James McBride is a tribute not only to James McBride’s mother but also to the 12 children she raised in an all­ black housing project. James is the son of a black minister and a woman who would not admit she was white. The White House Con­ nection by Jack Higgins, someone is killing off a group called The Sons of Erin, which could cause the fall of two governments and end the Irish peace process. The Legacy by Stephen frey-Cole Egan receives a surprising inheritance. His father has left him a key to safe deposit box. Inside the box is a videotape of John Kennedy’s assassination, proving that there was a sec­ ond gunman. The tape is worth millions but also a se­ cret that some will kill to stop. Death Du Jour by Kathy Reichs-if you like Cornwell you’ll like Reichs. Digs for a corpse where Sister Elisa­ beth Nicolet, dead for over a century and now a candidate for sainthood, should be ly­ ing in her grave. Also a burning chalet where scorched and twisted bodies In Memoriam DONALD LANGHAM who passed away 2 years June 16 is sadly missed by his family. Shirley Langham. Help Wanted OFFICE HELP WANTED. We are now accepting applica­ tions for seasonal, part-time and full-time office help. Clerical and organizational skills are neces­ sary. Please mail resumes or come in to fill out applications at: Twin City Foods, 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI 48849. (616) 374-8837. Attn: Sherry Eggers. LOCAL SWEEPER SHOP HAS OPENING for full time repairman, excellent pay, 1-517337-3054 NEEDED: ASSISTANT FEED MAN for large dairy farm. Apply in person at 10457 Freeport Ave., Freeport. NEEDED: ASSISTANT FEED MAN for large dairy farm. Apply in person at 10457 Freeport Ave., Freeport. APPLIANCE: LOCAL DIS­ TRIBUTING COMPANY now has 10 immediate openings avail­ able, factory training provided, all positions start at over $500 per week, for interview call 616­ 948-2298 are found. Who were they and why were they mur­ the world holds its breath as the Tribulation Force ven­ tures to Jerusalem for the dered? The Breaker of Minette Walters-Twelve hours after a woman’s body is washed up on a deserted shore on the south coast of England, her traumatized three-year-old daughter is discovered 20 miles away, alone and appar­ ently abandoned. The Most Wanted by Jacquelyn Mitchard - Ex­ plores the reckless desire that can seize even the most sensible girl at a valuable great meeting of the wit­ nesses. Fortune’s Hand by Belva Plain, Tarnished Gold by VC. Andrews, The Present by Johanna Lindsey, Justice Denied by Robert Tannen­ baum, A Cry at Midnight by Victoria Chancellor, Monu­ ment Rock .by Louis L’amour, I Thee Wed by Amanda Quick, A Certain me by y Judith u c ae, Smile Michael, White Oleander by Janet moment. Freedomland by Richard Price - dazed and bleeding, she stumbles into a city hos­ pital and tells an astonishing story. First about the black man who hijacked her car. Then about her young son asleep in the back seat. The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon by Stephen King What if the woods were full of them? And of course they were, the woods were full of everything you didn’t like, everything you were afraid of and instinctively loathed. Apollyon by Tim Lahaye - Fitch, Cinders by Satin by Fem Michaels. Non-fiction - The Uni­ corn’s Secret by Steven Levy, Slouching Towards Gomorrah by Robert Bork, Every Man a Tiger by Tom Clancy. Juniors - Star Wars the vi­ sual dictionary by David Reynolds, Star Wars incredi­ ble cross sections by David Reynolds. The library’s dairy pro­ gram will be held at 10 a.tn. Wednesday, June 23. Chil­ dren under 6 years of age are invited. 1 $$fV CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI A } & V 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AX AVEDA. 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The theme for the week­ end was based on Robin Hood and his adventures against Prince John and the Sheriff of Nottingham. The scouts arrived at Ben­ nett Park on a Friday and set up camp, which included setting up a field kitchen as well as their tents. Later that evening, they were able to attend the camp fire at Camp Francis, where a minstrel of old, “Alan Adale,” told some of the tales of Robin Hooc Congratulations to our Granddaughter... June Spears ...and her classmatesfor graduating on June 1, 1999 and her Maple Valley High School classmates on June 6, 1999. May God be with you. Love, Grandpa & Grandma Harold & Bessie Stewart Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY 227 N. 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The scouts beat three other troops building their ladder to rescue the fair maiden and won from her the coveted blue ribbon. For each event the scouts participated in they earned shillings, which allowed them to purchase food items from a canteen. There also were various characters in costume. The scouts tried to seek out Robin Hood from the cast of characters, but only succeeded in finding Friar Tuck and the evil tax collector was well vwho quiet dressed). Later in the evening, the best out of each scout patrol participated in Prince John’s Tournament. Ryan Stewart represented Troop 648 in the archery competition. Jeff Di­ amond was the aimer for the balloon toss. John Alexander participated in the jousting competition and made it to second place, but Prince John only awards those who beat all their competitors. To close the tournament an unidentified archer (pos­ 96 Clarksville exchange. Close to good fish­ ing & golf courses. Call Homer. (VL-62) 8 ACRES (APPROX.) 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Saturday evening’s camp fire featured the presentation of awards to the winners of Prince John’s Tournament. The scouts also called out for Robin Hood, but alas, he did not show. They did, however, receive a message that Prince John had unknowingly presented Gold Arrow to Robin Hood. Scouts began the process of breaking camp Sunday frioming. At the closing flag ceremony, special awards were handed to the scouts, such as the troop with the rickiest ladder. The top four archery competitors were awarded longbows from the Michigan Longbow Association and the association also donated bows to the Chief Okemos Northwoods Reservation. NEWEST CITIZEN GIRL, Amanda Kay Harp was bom at Spectrum Health Downtown Grand Rapids on May 30, 1999 at 1:44 p.m. to Don and Karla (Brumm) Harp of Vermontville. She weighed 7 lbs 9 ozs. and 19 inches long. Amanda’s grandparents are Dick and Betty Harp of Charlotte, David and Sharon Sixberry of Hastings and Roger Brumm of Nashville. Located at 177 Thornapple Lake Road, Nashville, Ml (a prox. 2 miles north of Nashville, Ml on M-66 to The nappie Lake Road and west approx. 4 miles to proper or south of Hastings, mi on M-37 to M-79, east appre 5 miles to Thornapple Lake Road and northeast property) on... TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 1999 • 6:00 PN Selling two homes located on one lot. The larger hon has three bedrooms, living room and kltchen/dlnir area and bath and the smaller home has a llvlr room/kltchen combination with a bath and one be room. There Is also a garage on the property. Great I vestment property! Open Houses: Sunday, June 20 -1:00-2:30 and Wednesday, June 25 - 4:00-5:30. call for a flyer k ________ Montiel Dull, Owner Selling real estate and farm machinery at auction, anywhere. ^*17) 726-0181 inindiana&Sohio Fax: (517) 726-0060 �The Maple Vtfey News. NashviHe. Tuesday, June 15. 1999 - Page 7 Vermontville Boy Scouts do community service project Vermontville Boy Scouts (Troop 648) last month con­ ducted a community service project. Four members, Mark and Jeff Diamond and Lee and John Alexander, assisted scoutmaster Steve Rathburn and assistant scoutmaster Pat Diamond with planting a tree and flowers. This project had the boys planting a maple tree at the village office. They then went to the cemetery and planted flowers at the flower bed near th tool shed. The Boy Scouts were actu­ ally doing a two-in-one pro­ ject. Not only were they do- ■ng community service, but that project also brings Rathbum and Pat Diamond one step closer to completing the requirements for Wood­ badge. Woodbadge is an ad­ vanced course for scout leaders that helps them be­ come better leaders for their troop. The scout program not only recognizes boys who earn rank and merit badges, but also their leaders. Rathbum was recently nominated and selected as Boy Scouter ofthe Year by his peers in the Mawanjidiwin District. Some of the requirements for this honor include the troop being a Quality Troop, the leader has to be trained for their position, he must have provided outstanding service within the leadership position, and must have pro­ vided some service to youth outside of scouting. Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad! (From left) Lee and John Alexander, Steve Rathbum, Mark and Jeff Diamond as Rathbum gives instructions on how to plant the flowers in the flower bed. HOME SWEET HOME until the furnace quit the roof leaked •hm •OtherW^fe MW® and the water heater died. John and Lee Alexander (back) and Jeff and Mark Di­ amond pose by the new maple tree at the village office. MwD.Ewj Ont Took out a home equity loan. MB 144 SOUTH MAIN STREET VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN 49096 HOME SWEET HOME AGAIN ESTATE AUCTION LOCATED at 323 N. 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Eaton Federal Bank OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon TERMS OF SALE are cash or personal check with proper identification. Not responsible for accidents day of sale or items after sold. The Estates of WILLIAM & ELIZABETH SUNTKEN Selling real estate and all types of personal property at auction, anywhere. EQUAL HOUSING » flw ** “ flw Fax. (517) -0060 LENDER FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 • Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 • Grand Ledge - 627-6292 (FDIC I INSURED �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 15.1999 - Page 8 DNR listening session slated for June 17 DNR managers to share The Michigan Department Natural Resources is planning a "Listening Ses- ideas and raise questions. The park staff will provide sion" for 7 to 9 p.m. Thurs­ coffee, cookies and s'mores. day, June 17, at the Yankee Yankee Springs Recre­ Springs Recreation area. ation Area is located near Park Supervisor Ben Middleville. From Route 37 Stapish invites area resi-take Yankee Springs Road dents to the park to share to Chief Noonday west and of ideas, concerns and issues with members of the DNR's management team. Staff from the law enforcement, wildlife, fisheries and parks and recreation divisions also will be on hand. Listening sessions are an informal chance to meet follow the signs to the lis­ tening session. No entrance fee will be charged at the gate for those attending the listening station. For more information, call Stapish at 795-9081. Valedictorian Erica Krolik addresses the graduating class of ‘99. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION Local scholarship foundation presents 26 students with awards 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Twenty-six graduating students were awarded schol­ arships totaling $25,000 from the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation. The scholarships were announced during graduation ceremonies June 6. "We have been very pleased with the support we have received for the founda­ tion," said Junia Jarvie, one of the foundation's founders. Awards were given to Kevin Aspinall, Christina Desrochers, Heidi Eberly, Daniel Favre, Shawn Graham, Trent Graham, Leslie - Call for FREE Estimates - Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 905’9550 to place your classified ad. AMERICA'S CABINETMAKER* Cabinets Guardian Fiberglass Insulation Celotex Insulation .Comc nome.tp .quality. Anderse ersen. 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Children ages 7-16 may participate in the pro­ gram. Each age group will need to read a required amount of books for their age level, as well as books in different ar­ eas of the library in order to complete the program. There will be several con­ tests running of the library for the duration of the pro­ gram. Prizes will be awarded. The reading program will begin on July 5 with a kick­ off event in the Opera House. The library’s summer reading program will coin­ cide with the summer pro­ grams hosted by the Ver­ montville Women’s Club. The kick-off event will be a program presented by Made- Baseball standings Maple Valley Little League □ Er la Grant, Jonessa Hammonds, Carrie Hardin, Erica Krolik, Andrea Mace, Melissa Mansfield, Craig McDou­ gal, Jack Owens, Melissa Patterson, Brandon Phenix, Andrea Phillips, Thomas Pee Wee Boys League Mid-Season Standings Sugar Hut Cafe Great Lakes Transportation Northern Concrete Pipe SCI Steel Ohler Machine League tournament: June 28-30. lyn Forest, who has traveled to Australia several times. She will share slides and have a “show and tell” of ar­ ticles collected on her trips. After the presentation, li­ brary staff and volunteers will have Aussie crafts, and snacks for everyone to enjoy. The fun begins on July 5 at 1 p.m. in the Opera House. Every Tuesday in July will hold a new surprise activity or guest. Watch for posters announcing each week’s pro­ gram. lished by donations from many people, rather than an individual or estate. This has special meaning to all those who knew Burr." "The other new named award is Valorie Edmonds Lintner, established by Dorthy Edmonds. Many of you remember Dorthy from when she was a nurse for Dr. Lofdahl or Dr. Myers. Dorthy lives in Flordia now, but her memories and perhaps her heart have re­ mained where she spent so many years here in Nashville. She continues to help this community." Bulldozer, Backhoe Loader, Dump Truck Training & Employment Advisory Service Weekdays or Weekends 800-383-7364 Associated Training Services 7190 Elder, Sun Prairie, WI www.equipment-School.coni H & L MFG. ASSEMBLY Seeking motivated individuals for 2nd shift Piece Rate assembly/molding positions. Earn as much as $10.00 per hour. Long­ term employment plus benefits. Apply at... 122 MAIN STREET, CALEDONIA, Ml Ask for Sue. FLOOR MAINTENANCE This full-time position includes stripping, waxing and buffing of floors, along with some general house­ keeping duties. Hours of work are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. including rotating weekends and holidays. Experience is preferred but not necessary. Dental and Medical Insurance is available, as well as vacation and sick benefits and holiday pay. Starting wage is $7.41 per hour. If interested in joining our team, come to Thomapple Manor to fill out an application. cQidrnapple 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 15,1999 - Page 9 FVSC to hold skillsassessment, signup The Thornapple Valley Soccer Club (TVSC) will hold a soccer signup and skill assessment at Fish Hatchery Park Wednesday, June 16, and Wednesday, June 23, for all girls interested in playing competitive soccer on a traveling team for the fall 1999 and the spring 2000 seasons. All girls interested in playing soccer next year should bring soccer shoes and shin guards and be prepared for a skill assessment. Soccer skill assessment for girls ages 9 through 12 begin at 6 p.m. This includes girls whose date of birth is between Aug. 1, 1986 and July, 31, 1990. Soccer skill assessments for girls ages 13 through 18 begin at 7 p.m. This includes girls whose date of birth is between Aug. 1, 1981 and July 31, 1986. Parents must sign a release form before players can participate in the player skill assessment. Parents must also bring a photograph of the child's birth certificate, a 1 1/2 by 1 school picture and $20 (cash, check or money order) for the child's league fees. Girls participating on soccer teams develop social and life skills. They have to learn the game, communicate with team Barry County Extension Office t»f"f"c“c“••;;i.it.t LiLi •t * * *’*?■ <n4 Si "% 30119 »w Elk ,!M iS* j, f^hjn LhJj ®/ J® fe 11 WitState „ W535' : an ac itffr RttU 3Kld itqs ®TV Mtailtta nH|! W!t,ta(W fetal tana® |W|ii J3CW M-W •is® !H> JUJ#^!llto', members, deal with constant pressure and opposition, deal with winning and losing, make decisions and learn how to recover from mistakes. According to TVSC president Dan Gole, 86 girls played soccer on the five TVSC teams last year. "This year we expect to have seven or eight teams," Gole said. "We encourage all girls interested in playing soccer to come and participate." This year the TVSC will face a lot of tough competition in a Grand Rapids league. "We will be playing in the Grand Valley Division of the Michigan Youth Soccer Association (MYSA), which is based in CALENDER OF EVENTS Michigan State University Extension programs and mate­ rials are open to all without regard to race, color, national ori­ gin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. June 16,23, 30 MG Demo. Garden work session, 6 p.m. at Demo Garden, Expo Center, Fairgrounds. June 15 Meat, Chickens possession date. Performing Arts pre-registration due to Extension Office. Communications pre-registration due to Exten­ sion Office. Pocket Pet pre-registration due to Extension Office. June 15,16 17 Project F.I.S.H. Workshop, Wolf Lake Fish Hatchery, Mattawan. June 16 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice. June 17 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice. June 17 MMPA Dairy Tour, Novi, MI. June 18 State 4-H/FFA Livestock Judging Contest, MSU Pavilion. June 18-19 MI Jr. All Breed Sheep Show - MSU Pavilion. June 18-20 State 4-H Trail Ride, Grayling. June 18-19 MI Spartan Classic Swine Show, MSU Pavilion. June 19 Fair Shooting and Archery competition, Barry County Conservation Club, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. June 21 Master Gardener Articles for July Newsletter due to Ext. Office. June 23-25 Exploration Days, MSU. June 24 Poultry Showmanship Clinic, 6:30 p.m. at the Expo Center. June. 27 Speed Show, 10 a.m., Expo Center. June 28 Small Animal Sale, mandatory meeting 7 p.m., Expo Center. June 29-1 Ag Expo-MSU. $ SUMMER JOBS $ Grand Rapids," Gole said. "Each season will consist of eight games that will be played on Saturdays and/or Sundays. The fall season runs from late August to early November. The spring season runs from early April to mid-June. The growth of the club has caused problems with availability of soccer field space, something that Gole hopes will improve in the future. For additional information, call Gole at 948-2279. The Thornapple Valley Soccer Club is a regional club promoting girls' competitive soccer. It is designed to prepare the girls for higher levels of soccer. For Sale Community Notice 30 SERTA FIRM FULL SIZE MAiTkESS SETS: very clean, $75.00 per set; Frames $12.00. Dennis Distributing, 401 Cochran, Charlotte, 1-517-541­ 8132______________________ HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick closi ings. 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Mr. Wheaton is survived by his children, Leland (Denise) Wheaton, Linda (Barry) Stuart and Lu Ann (Joe) Stachnik, all of Charlotte; three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Crystal (Coleman) Wheaton; brother and two sisters. Funeral Services for Mr. Wheaton will be held Wednesday, June 16, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. at the Pray Funeral Home. Interment will be in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 15, 1999 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton County 4-H Livestock Building Fund. Planning a garage sale? Call Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service , 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 945-9554 toplace your ad today! Why Choose u 5210 John Deere Tractor? Consider the extras that make a John Deere tractor easier to purchase, easier to maintain and more economical to operate. This is what we call the John Deere advantage. Features that go back over 160 years. 5210 Tractor with Two-Wheel Drive Attachments/ • Optional Equipment:• • ON THE SPOT FINANCING AVAILABLE • JOHN DEERE • CREDIT • Charlene E. Edwards on October 22, 1972. Together they made 1/2 Bushel Baskets, worked at the Pizza Manufacturing in Bangor, Bob Towne Produce, drove semi for Lowell Trucking, logged with their own horse teams and sold to various saw mills, worked the horse sale auction in Shipsawana, St. Johns, Lake Odessa, anywhere it took to provide food, clothing and shelter for their combined families. He enjoyed camping, fishing, coon hunting, raising farm animals for sale. He grew up riding horses and received many trophies and was the State Champ in the barrel racing for three years. He also enjoyed family activities and was a member of the Welcome Comers Church. Mr. Easey was preceded in death by his father, Richard A. Easey on December 6, 1984. Mr. Easey is survived by his wife, Charlene Easey of Nashville; mother, Dorothy Easey of Nashville; children, Allen Jr. (Ebby) Easey of Georgia, Randy Easey of Nashville, Orton Engle of Paw Paw, Alica (Clyde) Wendell of Gobles, Denice Thomason of Zeeland, Becky Keller of Zeeland, and Kathy (Bernard) Hause of Hastings; brother, Russ (Marion) Easey of Delton; sisters, Donna (George) Murphy of Gobles, Martha Gregg of Bangor, Helen (Bud) Elliston of Nashville; many many grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins; sisters-in-law, Joyce (Eevert) Parker of Bradenton, Florida and Arloa Savaie of Hicksville, Ohio. Funeral Services for Mr. Easey will be held Tuesday, June 15, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings with Reverend David L. Morton officiating. Burial will follow with full military honors at Cedar Creek Cemetery. 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We also work on ways to deal with peer pres­ sure and ways to deal with stress and the way the media tries to influence their deci­ sions." Students also wrote short speeches on what they had learned in the program and the winners spoke in front of the crowd at graduation. Winners were Tessa Robles, Joey Desrochers, Tara Gordenski, Shawna TeVelde and Matt Conklin. They were given DARE tote bags. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Sixth grade Maplewood students graduated from the DARE (Drug Abuse Resis­ tance Education) program last Wednesday. Friends and family at­ tended the ceremony, held in the newly constructed gym at Maplewood. Eaton County Deputy Tom Campbell, who worked with the students for the past semester, said the youngsters performed well. "They did excellent," he said. 'We worked on a lot of skits, and role playing. They had to get up in front ID KEEP OFF DRUGS- The students line up to receive their diploma's. Nichole Whelpley read a poem about a drunk driving crash. Guest speaker was Gene Fisher of the Vermontville Lions Club, which funds the program, with closing remarks by Sheriff Pat Hut­ ting. Superintendent Clark Volz also addressed the stu­ dents. Around 125 students re­ ceived DARE T-shirts and water bottles. Deputy Tom Campbell introduces guest speaker Gene Fisher from the Vermontville Lions Club. Joey Desrochers talks about the alternatives to drugs and violence in his winning essay. rj Cut Up Free, I New Y 1 Strip Loins Boneless Sirloin Steak Beef Sirloin T-Bone Steak Shish-KaBobs 2 Liters Drinking Water BUY ONE, Turkey Breast Plus dep. GET ONE FREE Gallon, Bareman’s |BProducts 2% Milk Sliced or Shaved sssssssssssssssss </?^>VermontviUe Grocery — and — Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri,; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-06-22.pdf 367951406147f5f677114214a95e852f PDF Text Text pA^ A^ A^i HASTINGS PUBLIC 121 S. CHURCH ST HASTINGS, Ml 49058-1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. *1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 25/June 22, 1999 High school students using grant to build solar kiln by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer With a grant from the state, high school students from Jeff Seavolt's and Bill Kipp's classes are building a solar kiln that will be used to dry lumber used in the woodshop class. "The grant had to be ap­ plied to technology," said Seavolt. "The grant covers the cost of the materials, concrete and lumber. We can dry 3,000 board feet at four loads a year. It would natu­ rally take two years for that amount to dry." Logs have already been donated from Centennial Golf Course and the Village ofVermontville, Kipp said. "We anticipate a greater variety of wood for the stu­ dents to use in their pro­ jects," said Kipp. "The stu­ dents have done most of the work — built the walls, the excavating and the pouring of the concrete. We will be working on it this summer and are hoping to have it done as soon as possible." The solar kiln, which measures 15 x 20 and 16 feet high, will bake the wood sort of like a greenhouse. The front of the building slopes at a 45-degree angle and is covered in two layers ofplastic. Kipp said the process is thought to put the least amount of stress on the wood, preventing cracking. Both teachers said there is the possibility of selling any leftover wood with the proceeds to go to new ma­ chines for the wood shop. "The students have put a lot of work into this," said Seavolt. "They will get bet­ ter quality lumber next year." Those willing to donate lumber or logs of any type are encouraged to call the school office at 852-9275. Students work on the solar kiln, from left, Derek Mussen, Brian Swan and Eric Vedder. Jud Cooley to retire from township position next year by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Castleton Township Su­ pervisor Justin (Jud) Cooley has announced he will not seek re-election in Novem­ ber of 2000. Cooley has been the township supervisor for longer than many people have been alive (including this reporter). He started in 1973 after working as the village assessor since 1967. Before that Cooley had worked as a truck driver and owner of Cooley's Drive-In Restaurant in downtown Nashville. Things were much differ­ ent in the early '70s Cooley said. "There was less control by the state- concerning as­ sessment and administration back then. In those days they gave the supervisor the right to grant homestead ex­ emptions and now the state controls that. A lot of changes started in the '80s and '90s with the passage of Proposal A and the Headlee Amendment." "The township govern­ ment hasn't changed as much as the county or state government — it is still lo­ cal. I think it is the closest government to the people — then and now," Cooley said. He estimates that the township has grown 10­ 15% in the years he has been supervisor. When I got involved, one of my main goals was to upgrade the roads as much as possible," said Cooley. "I think we have accomplished that." Other changes and pro­ jects Cooley has seen in his years have been the comple­ tion of the new township hall in 1993, the imple­ menting of a computer sysr tern and the expansion of Hosmer Cemetery. The computer system was brought into the township around 1985, Cooley said. "Before that we had a firm in Midland who did our maintenance on their com­ puters, the assessing and so forth," he said. "When we expanded the cemetery we cleared about an acre and better than doubled its size." One of the most enjoy­ able aspects of being the township supervisor has been the working with peo­ ple, Cooley said. "I feel quite comfortable that the constituents have faith in me and have cooper­ ated so extensively with me. I have enjoyed working with all the different people and have tried to treat everyone fairly and equally." Cooley Castleton Township Supervisor Jud Cooley has announced that he will not seek reelection next year. Castleton Township Supervisor Jud Cooley stands next to the new fire truck delivered last week. also said that'he feels the township has had a good board most of the time and that has helped. The least enjoyable aspect of the job for Cooley has been increasing taxes. "I sure don't like raising people's taxes," he said. "With the statues that come down from the state and the rate of inflation there's not much we can do. The only thing I can work with is the assessed value." Cooley said another thing accomplished within the township has been keep­ ing the fire and ambulance department updated with the proper equipment. In fact, a new fire truck purchased by Castleton and Maple Grove townships for $240,000 just arrived last week. Cooley has a good reason for retiring: "Fishing," he said with a smile. "I'm get­ ting to the age where I want to have time for myself to do some of the things I haven't been able to do. I'd like to do some Canadian fishing and take some trips." Cooley said he thinks he is a pretty decent fisher and his favorite is walleye. ’ Cooley said he hopes his successor sees some of the current projects through. See Cooley retires, pg. S In This Issue • School board approves 4 new programs • Schools purchase new computers, furniture ' • Right of way request tabled in Vermontville Maple Valley summer track to start on June 22 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 22,1999 - Page 2 Barry County Commission on Aging menu, events announced Lite Meals . Wednesday, June 23 Oven roasted pork tender­ loin on rye bread, pea salad, applesauce. Thursday, June 24 ' Homemade chicken and pasta salad, marinated veg­ etables, pears. Friday, June 25 Everyone’s favorite: peanut butter and jelly on cinnamon raisin bread, fruit­ ed Jell-O, tomato relish. Monday, June 28 California rueben spread, rye crackers, corn relish, diced pears. Tuesday, June 29 Seasoned turkey pastrami on rye bread, three bean sal­ ad, mandarin oranges. GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday - Thursday 10 am to 11 pm; Friday & Saturday 10 am to Midnight; Sunday 4 pm to 11 pm IhOMETOW □ LUMBER YARD 219 S. 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Friday, June L 25 Hastings, Bingo; Nashville, Popcorn Day; Woodland, Social Day. Monday, June 28 . ..ask Godfor whatyou need, always asking Him with a thankful heart. Good News Bible Philippians 4:6 111 Call 945­ 9554 for ACTION-Ads! Maple Valley Chapel Spend Time Each Day With The Lord I once heard it said that when we pray, it is not the position of our body that matters, but the position of our heart. Regardless of where we may be, we can spend time with the Lord each day. We may be in our cars or taking a walk, working or relaxing, the Lord is as close to us as our thoughts. All we have to do is open our hearts and our minds to our precious God and we can tell Him our innermost thoughts and desires. The Bible tells us that we should not worry about anything, but in all our prayers ask God for what we need, and most importantly, always ask Him with a thankful heart. God’s peace, which is far beyond human understanding, will keep our hearts and minds safe in union with Christ Jesus. And although God already knows all of our thoughts, cares, and worries, prayer has a way of pacifying the soul and bringing peace to those who pray. Praying about everything in our lives is one way to show God how much we love Him, and there is nothing in the world we can really give God except our Love. Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, June 29 - Puzzle Day. 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 RICHARD A. GENTHER Manager 0 WOAGON Cafe 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm 517-852-2500 HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm ra WOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever, Broker 135 Washington P.O. Pox 895 Res. Vermontville, MI (517) 726-0637 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11a.m. Evening Worship...... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................... 7 p.m. Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ................ 11 a.m. Evening Worship.............................. 6 Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School.................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............... .11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Church School .................... 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville' SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training Sunday A.M. Worship .......... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship > 9:30 a.m. C.hildren’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy.’on Mulliken Road Church Service ............. , .9:30 a.m. Sunday School............................... 10 a Fellowship Time.............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class................................. 10:50 a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service................ 9:30 a m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School............................... 10 A.M. Service............................... 11:15 P.M. Service...................................... 6 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ........... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................... 7 p.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School............................ 9:45a A.M. Service................................... ,11 a P.M. Service...................................... 7 Wed. Service .......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:45 alm. Sunday School................ 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday Schoo W.orship........... 0 a.m. 1 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening............ 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................... 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service........... 7 p.m. AWANA................ 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................... 11 a.m. Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Holy Communion ................. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer...................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew s is a part ot the Independent . Anglican Church Canada Synod OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 22, 1999 - Page 3 School board approves four new programs by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Four new programs to be integrated within the school district were approved at last week's Board of Education meeting. They programs are Early Four's, Lion's Den, the Kel­ logg Childcare Program, and the Second Chance Pro­ gram. The Early Four's will be a school readiness program, said Adult and Community Education Director Linda Miller. It will be up and running in September and will be designed to meet the developmental needs of young children. The program, as approved by the Michigan State Board of Education, will service 36 children and be housed in one of the portables outside of Kellogg Elementary School. 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POPCORN [ । (Measured (Measured by by voh/ne voh/ne nd nd weight) weight) । 1 per ctxjon/limited supplies Cotton empires 6-25-99 * (MV)j Hit our web site at www.gqti.com III ■■■ ■ HI TH ■ *Company Adult and Community Education Director Linda Miller (left) and Special Education Supervisor Bev Black wrote the grants for two of the four new programs approved at a recent school board meeting. selection of children for the program will be based on two or more factors that place children "at risk" of becoming educationally dis­ advantaged and in need of special assistance, said Miller. The grant for the pro­ gram, totaling $111,600, was written by Miller and Bev Black, special education supervisor. Miller said there will be two sessions offered, one in the morning, one in the afternoon. The program will meet four days a week plus one day for parental in­ volvement, staffplanning or training and development. Transportation will coincide with PPI classes. The Lion's Den will be a comprehensive before and after school cultural and ed­ ucational enrichment pro­ gram for a minimum of 25 school age children. The program will be housed in Kellogg, and will operate regular school hours, half days, and during the summer for grades K-6. "The Lion's Den will provide a variety of educa­ tional, and cultural experi­ ences for the children, as well as the fun stuff," said Miller at the meeting. The cost will be $5 for the morning session, and $5 for the afternoon. Hours will be 6 to 8 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. The Kellogg Child Care Program idea came about when several alternative and adult education students were unable to attend school because oflack of child care, said Miller. Alternative edu­ cation students currently bring their children to class with them, she said. "This will be a licensed day care center housed in two portables outside the Kellogg Elementary School building," said Miller. "It will provide a safe, secure environment for children ages infant through school age. We hope this program will pay for itself." Miller said the goal is to service 25 children with 12 reserve slots for students. "It's important for the community to know that Kellogg will be a very busy place next year. We antici­ pate two to three hundred students will be in the building every day." Alternative education Principal and teacher Tate Mix gave the Second Chance Program presenta­ tion to the board. The program is a coopera­ tive effort with Maple Val­ ley Schools, Barry, Eaton Probate Court and Caring Management Inc. to provide non-violent offenders ages 16 to 19 with an alternative to incarceration. The program involves a day treatment program 12 to 14 hours a day, five days a week, and eight to 10 hours on Saturdays. Twelve stu­ dents will be housed in the two portables behind the high school for the day for educational instruction. Two teacher aides will be pro­ vided, as well as Site Direc­ tor Peggy Flanagan, who also appeared in front of the board to answer questions. Originally it was pro­ posed for Maple Valley to provide the site of the church used this past year viQTH •J by the alternative education for the program, but it was decided to pilot the program behind the high school for the summer session and see how things worked out. Flanagan assured the board about safety concerns, and said the program only accepts non-violent offend­ ers, never murderers or rapists or sexual offenders. The kids are most often tru­ ants, substance abusers and occasionally a person with a burglary offense, she said. Students are under constant supervision the entire time. Flanagan also said that in the four years she has been with the project she cannot recall one instance where the safety of the community has beenjeopardized. Benefits to the commu­ nity include a lower cost of treating the youth as the program costs half as much as a days stay in a juvenile home. Another benefit is that part of the program in­ cludes community service. The first of such projects is the landscaping of Maple­ wood school which will be­ gin this week, among other projects. Maple Valley's responsi­ bilities to the program will be to provide one full-time instructor, which will be Cindy Grant for this sum­ mer, provide the site, and provide materials for the classroom. All else will be provided by the other enti­ ties involved, including meals, campus counseling, teacher aides, family worker and transportation. "This new program en­ ables us to reach even more alternative education stu­ dents, particularly targeting at-risk students. It saves the county money and the suc­ cess rate of rehabilitation is very good," Mix said. The board granted prelim­ inary approval to see how well the program did for summer session. ANNIVERs^p 1949 -1999 Vermontville Bible Church * Come Help Us Celebrate On... *June 27th 9:45 - Sunday School ' 11:00 - Former Pastors & Special Musci 1:00 - Lunch Served 2:00 - Old Fashioned Kid’s Games 3:00 - “Stroll Down Memory Lane” - by Bill Reynolds Pastor Daniel E. Smith Vermontville Bible Church 250 N. Main Street, Vermontville, MI 49096 (517)726-0647 • “God’s Light in a Dark World” Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify 3g your Father, who is in heaven. Matthew Matthew5:16 5:16 S lower Speeds Sav e Lives ... LANSING - A work zone safety awareness coalition has kicked-off their Give 'em a Brake — Slower Speeds Save Lives campaign. Billboards will be placed along highway construction zones corresponding with statewide television and radio spots. The billboard features four actual road construction workers: (from left to right) Herbey Garza of Lansing, Construction Laborers Local 998; Dave Hughes Jr. of Charlotte, Construction Laborers Local 1191; Bennie C. Griffin of Detroit, Construction Laborers Local 1191; and Debra Harris of Baldwin, Construction Laborers Local 1191. The construction workers are employed by C & D Hughes, Inc., a Charlotte-based road construction company. .c “This year, the Give ’em a Brake campaign slogan is Slower Speeds Save Lives which will inform motorists that they need to slow down and be careful when entering a construction zone,” said Sam Hart, Business Manager, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 324. “Construction zones are full of real workers, not just orange barrels and flashing lights. Everyone is entitled to a safe workplace and the roadways are these workers’ workplace. By slpwing down when entering construction zones, motorists can help keep these workers safe.” �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 22,1999 - Page 4 Timm to retire from Hastings Community Services Martha Timm, director of the Hastings Community Services Center at 502 E. Green St., will retire July 1. Timm has worked at the center since 1984, . and served as director since the sudden death of former di­ rector Barbara Frye, in June 1993. The new director will be Sara Scofield ofNashville. Though Timm is handing the reins over to Scofield, she will continue to work at the center to help with the tremendous load of work. What is the work, which in­ cludes sorting, sizing, fold­ ing, hanging and boxing good used clothing for dis­ tribution to the needy in the Hastings area and overseas. The work also includes meeting with clients and helping them to select cloth­ ing to meet their needs. Timm, speaking of her personal involvement, said, “It is very rewarding to work I J here and to help people in need. I have had lots ofgood thoughts and feelings, know­ ing that I was helping some­ one. We are doing the Lord’s work, because He wants us to help the needy, showing love and compassion, and that’s what I’ve tried to do.” Timm’s husband, Bur­ dette, has often helped out at the Community Services Center for the last six to seven years, and then steadily for the past three years. “Even when the center was closed on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, Burdette would go in and help us get caught up on the workload,” Timm added. “Two days per week is not enough time to accomplish all that needs to be done, so working on the days we’re closed is a necessity. I’ve ap­ preciated his help.” Ruth Lechleitner, a worker at the center for 58 years CHERYL’S 1 HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner A V' 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI AA fAt 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children .. AAY AVEDA. Congratulations to our Granddaughter... Jane Spears, ...and her classmatesforgraduating on June 1, 1999 and her Maple Valley High School classmates on June 6, 1999. May God be with you. Love, Grandpa & Grandma Harold &.Bessie Stewart Violetta May Hansen Martha Timm (right) is handing over the direction of the Community Services Center to Sara Scofield. said, “We have appreciated Martha’s gracious manner with people. For instance, when a young woman with a baby comes in, Martha will often hold the baby while the mother selects clothing. Her general attitude is very sweet, and people have a real appreciation for her. She goes far beyond the call of duty as she puts in many ex­ tra hours of work. People don’t come in to be scruti­ nized, they come for help. It never matters to Martha who comes, she is always very gracious to help, and that shows her fine Christian atti­ tude toward others.” The Hastings Community Services Center is a non­ profit organization operated by the Seventh-day Adven­ tist Church, providing used clothing free of charge for those in need, and also help­ ing with clothing and bed­ ding in emergencies, such as Buy life insurance and save on your home arid car. hen you buy your lilc insurance from us through Auto­ Owners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. Well save you money. As an independent Auto­ Owners agent, we lake great interest you - as well as your home and car. We are specialists in insuring people — and the things they own. oluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 a house fire. Timm reported that in the first quarter of 1999, 428 people were helped. In 1998 the center provided clothing and bedding for 1,544 peo­ ple. Timm also said people are referred to the center for clothing mainly by Love Inc., the American Red Cross and the Family Inde­ pendence Agency. However, anyone in need may phone the center for an appoint­ ment by calling 945-2361. The Community Services Center is open for service Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Thurs­ day is not a service day, but the center , is open for drop­ ping off clothing donations. NASHVILLE Mrs. Violetta May Hansen, age 80, of Nashville, passed away Monday, June 14, 1999 in Nashville. Mrs. Hansen was bom March 5, 1919 in Three Rivers, the daughter of Heber & Myrtle (Squires) Julian. They moved to Battle Creek & later settled in Maple Grove where she & her sister were raised. She was a 1938 graduate of Hastings High School. She began her married life to Stanley Hansen March 15, 1941 on a farm west of Maple Grove where she kept busy raising her two children. Mrs. Hansen was involved in the Moore school programs & the PTO’s, the Wilcox Church, and later Peace United Methodist Church in Barryville. Mrs. Hansen and her husband later moved to Assyria Road in Nashville & at the age of 42 started working at Thomapple Manor as a Nurse Aide until her retirement 18 years later. Mrs. Hansen was well known for her love of cooking & baking, her pies were everyone’s favorite. Her greatest joy in her life was the love she had for her husband, children, grandchildren, & friends. She will long be remembered for her smile, her love of family & her very giving spirit. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Stanley in December of 1992. Mrs. Hansen is survived by her son, Heber (Diana) Hansen of Nashville; daughter, Sylvia (Russell) Hoeve of Nashville; granddaughters, Cindy Hansen, Tammy Hansen, and Lisa Ingraham; grandsons, Darren Fisher, Steven Fisher, and Duane Hansen;' 16 great grandchildren & one great great grandchild; in addition to her children she is survived by her loving sister, Sylvia Waneta Sherman of Nashville; her very special niece, Sandra Simpson of Charlotte & many loving nieces & nephews. Funeral Services for Mrs. Hansen were held Thursday, June 17, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Reverend Susan Trowbridge officiated. Burial was in Wilcox Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice or Peace United Methodist Church. Community Notice HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-800­ 611-3766. 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David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 Real Estate ANTRIM COUNTY: 4.8 roll­ ing park like wooded acres, ideal camping recreation spot, sea­ sonal road access, includes bull­ dozed driveway and camping spot, electricity available. $14,900; $500 down; $180/mo.; land contract, Northern Land Company, 1-800-963-3118, or www.northemlandco.com Located at 177 Thornapple Lake Road, Nashville, Ml (ap­ prox. 2 miles north of Nashville, Ml on M-66 to Thornapple Lake Road and west approx. 4 miles to property or south of Hastings, Ml on M-37 to M-79, east approx. 5 miles to Thornapple Lake Road and northeast to property) on... TUESDAY, JUNE 29,1999 • 6:00 PM Selling two homes located on one lot. The larger home has three bedrooms, living room and kltchen/dining area and bath and the smaller home has a living room/kltchen combination with a bath and one bed­ room. There Is also a garage on the property. Great in­ vestment property! Open Houses: Sunday, June 20 -1:00-2:30 and Wednesday, June 23 - 4:00-5:30. Call for a flyer! Miscellaneous l LOSE WEIGHT- AMAZING METABOLISM BREAK­ THROUGH: Quick & Easy! Free samples. Call 616-248­ 7707. Montiel Dull, Owner Selling real estate and farm machinery at auction, anywhere. ALSO LICENSED __ _ (517) 726-0181 in Indiana & ohio Fax: (517) 726-0060 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. June 22. 1999 - Page 5 Newest titles on the shelf at the Sunfield Library This year’s summer read­ ing program will run July 12 through Aug, 20 and will have the theme, “Backyard Safari ” Readers entering kinder­ garten through sixth grade for the next school year are eligible to participate. Kids can look forward to stories, crafts, puzzles and more. Emily Hough is displaying her collection of special bookmarks on the library’s bulletin board this month. Ming the Magnificent, a children’s entertainer, will make his third appearance at the Farmers’ Picnic this Au­ gust. His performance again will be sponsored by the Friends of the Sunfield Dis­ trict Library. The library reminds' pa­ trons to take care this sum­ mer not to leave materials too long in hot vehicles. Items that melt or warp very quickly are audio books and videos, their cases and even books. Brand new video ti(Jcs are: The Borrowers, starring John Goodman, The X Files, starring Agents “Mulder” and “Scully,” and Air Bud. Each can be rented at the li­ brary for 50 cents each. New books on the shelves, by category, are: Adult Fiction - East of the Mountains, is author David Guterson’s follow up to his smash bestseller, Snow Falling on the Cedars; Eye of the Beholder, is by Jayne Ann Krentz; new Michigan author Jack Driscoll took the Editor’s Book Award with his first novel, Lucky Man, Lucky Woman. Paperback - Four new bestsellers varc added: Sum­ mer Sisters, by Judy Blume; Falling Leaves; The True Story of an Unwanted Chi­ nese Daughter, by Adeline Yen Mah; Divine Secrets of the Ya Ya Sisterhood, by Re­ becca Wells; Genuiqe Lies, by Nora Roberts. Large Print - Ragan’s Law, and The Doomsday Bullet, are both by Ray Hogan; Dead Man on a Black Horse, is by Ray Hogan; Marco Polo, If You Can, is by William E Buck­ ley Jr.; Border Liners, is by Peter Hoeg. Christian Fiction - New from author Lawana Black­ well are the first two books StaffWriter v wA iAX UfaM : Llovs lovjs lb: if" iuBfv"aM-» — —1 W Lj uva» vwAiAX UaM ®R Sail tMitaimf. Il mjljL-.f Lf . (T (T, T’ lJ, jI, *^4(ilk IM^ib I . fljtta H !J Sum &.. iWWd Wife '■ The Maple Valley School Board approved the purchase of cafeteria furniture for $15,938.60 and new com­ puters for Maplewood Ele­ mentary School for a total of $27,035 at last Monday's meeting. 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The Presidential Award Principal Nancy Potter said this year's graduating which is for those students class grew in many ways who had all As in grades 4-6 was given to Laura Trumthis past year. "It was a really good ble, Katie Eldred, Adam year," she said. "This is a Moody, Erin Hummel, great class. They have pro- Amanda Ketchum, Tara by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Gordenski and Chase Walden. The Principal's Award, which is given for enriching the quality of school life and overall achievement, went to Sarah Chaffee, Dustin Drumm, Katie Eldred, Adam Moody and Eric Totten. The Friendship Award was given to Jesse Page, Mike Furlong, Samanma Cowell, Nate Smith and Chase Walden. Most Im- Graduating student Andrea Szymanski addresses the crowd at the 6th grade Graduation held last week. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. 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By July 8th, 1999 r EOE POSITION OPENINGS MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Instructional Aide - Jr./Sr. High School Hours: 6.5 to 7 hours per day (depending on student & bus schedules Qualifications •High School Graduate •Ability to work well with young adolescents who are disadvantaged or who have special needs •Must be flexible & self-directed in a variety of situations •Must demonstrate patience & compassion & be able to work under the supervision of a class­ room teacher Duties may include •Taking direction from classroom teacher •Assisting in the supervision, instruction & disci­ pline of students in all school-related settings. Application should be made to Beverly Black, Supervisor of Special Education, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096 by June 29,1999. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 22,1999 — Page 7 Engagements 201000 Wilson-Gorman Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Wil­ son of Hastings formerly of Lake Odessa and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Gorman of Vermontville wish to an­ nounce the engagement of their children Rebecca Wil­ son and Michael Gorman. The bride-to-be and groom-to-be are employed at Sunny Fresh Foods in Lake Odessa, where they met. A Aug. 28, 1999 wedding is planned. Simpson-Fountain Announcement is made of the engagement of Sarah Jayme Simpson of Grand Rapids, MI and Derek alien Fountaine of Grand Rapids, MI. Sarah is the daughter of Al and Jayme Simpson ofChar­ lotte and Derek is the son of Denny and Marilyn Fountain of Lakeview. She is a 1999 graduate of Maple Valley High School and a graduate of Davenport College and is employed as a legal secretary. He is a 1986 graduate of Central Mont­ calm High School and Montcalm Community Col­ lege. An Aug. 21, 1999 wed­ ding is planned at First Bap­ tist Church in Charlotte. In Memoriam Grahams to celebrate silver anniversary Stan and Marabeth Graham will be celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary. They were married June 8th, 1974 at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. They will be renewing their vows at 2:00 p.m. on June 27th, 1999 at the Nashville United Methodist Church with an open house immediately following. Stan and Marabeth are the proud parents of two sons, Travis and Trent. They invite you to come share their joy. IN MEMORY OF ELDON PEAKE: 1938-1998. TOGETHERNESS Death is noth­ ing at all. I have only slipped away into the next room. What­ ever we were to each other, we still are. Call me by my old fa­ miliar name. Speak to me in the same easy way you always have. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed to­ gether. Play, smile, think ofme, pray for me. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it always was. There is absolute unbroken continuity. Why should I be out ofyour mind because I am out of your sight? I am but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near,just around the comer. All is well. Nothing is past. Nothing is lost. One brief moment and all will be as it was before-onlybetter. Infinitley hap­ pier. We will be one, together forever. Sadly missed by your family. IN MEMORY OF Clara Marie Spoelstra, 1-28-37 - 6-1489.Ten years ago today our whole world fell apart For on that day we lost you dear, the one closest to our hearts. A heart ofgold stopped beating, hard working hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best She didn’t have time to say farewell, or for us to say goodbye. She was gone before we realized, and we will never understand why. A thousand prayers won’t bring her back. We know because we’ve tried, and neither will a thousand tears, we know because we’ve cried. With a broken heart we whisper low “God bless you dear, we love you so.”So greatly missed by,Her mother & Sis­ ters Rumseys to celebrate silver anniversary Wayne and Joan (Townsend) Rumsey of Nashville will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary with an open house given by their children and grandchildren on June 27th from 2 to 5 p.m. at the VFW Hall at 304 South State Street, Nashville, Michigan. Wayne retired from being a heavy construction op­ erator after 43 years in December 1997 and now en­ joys his hobby of working with his mules. Joan is a head teller at Hastings City Bank in Bellevue. The couple were married on July 15, 1974 in Lans­ ing, and have eight children - Wanda, Randy, Scott, Tim, Dennis, Sue, Diana and Angie; and 15 grandchil­ dren. IN LOVING MEMORY OF GAYLORD GRAY who went to be with our Lord, June 29, 1989. You are in our thoughts everyday and sadly missed by all. Your wife, children and grandchildren. 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The play combined hu­ mor, singing and dancing to bring awareness to events that have happened in Amer­ ica's past "The kids have been The play included many colorful characters from history. working hard on it for a few weeks," said Smith. "We think they did a greatjob." The play ended with stu­ dents doing a "boogie with the Bill of Rights." They danced to the song as they surrounded the audience. Cooley retires, The Maplewood students "bogie" to the Bill of Rights. from front page— One in particular is sewer and water. "The township is part of Barry County Townships Sewer and Water Authority and we are expecting one day that we will have to put in sewer and water to Thor­ napple Lake. I would like the person who comes in af­ ter me see that to comple­ tion," he said. 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Someone who has learned to use tact and wit to find positive solutions? Do you enjoy working with customers and co co-­ workers or believe you would. If this describes you, we need you! We currently have a Part Time position in our Vermontville Office. This is a great opportunity to be part of the Independent Bank Team. We offer competi competi-­ tive salary and paid training. If you would like to work for a company that cares about its employees, please submit a re­ sume in confidence to Indepen­ dent Bank, Attn: SMTellerPosi­ tion: 2551 S. State Rd., Down, Ionia, MI 48846. INDEPEN­ DENT BANK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F/D/V. , NEEDED: ASSISTANT FEED MAN for large dairy farm. Apply in person at 10457 Freeport Ave., Freeport. Farm AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 FULLER Focus Kindergarten Mrs. Seifert. This school year went so fast! I had a wonder­ ful group of children. We ended the school year with a field trip to Potter’s Park and a picnic at Putnam Park. We celebrated summer birthdays on our last day. Be sure to read with your child during the summer! This is the best way to get them ready to read in first grade. First Grade Hubka. We’re working down our school year in good order. Since moving into our new building we are especially thankful for the nice new room. It’s so much more convenient to get in and out of the office, library etc. Also eating lunch in our new gym and having gym class in the gym are new and so ex­ citing for us. We’ve learned a lot this year. Reading is the most ex­ citing part of first grade. Now that we have a “good” start we can do so much on our own. Our whole world is opened up to us. Our year end activities coming up include a class picnic and a Duso gradua­ tion. We’re anxious for each of these and summer vaca­ tion as well. We hope your summer is a relaxing but en­ joyable one. Second Grade Pam Hunt. As we wind down the year we will try to keep cool. Everyday now we are hav­ ing a math facts competition. So far Jose Garza has won our addition facts and au­ tumn Rose was the winner in our subtraction facts. We had nearly everyone working independently on their last three chapters in math and most have fin- ished. We found hatching our butterflies (painted lady) very exciting. We had six we sent off soaring into the air. We’re excited about our end ofthe year treat ofwalk­ ing to Good Times for ice cream and then to Putnam Park. We’ve made some positive gains in reading as we’ve practiced silent reading every day for 30 minutes. Have a warm summer. Third Grade Mrs. Wilde. We are ending our year with fractions, govern­ ment and paragraph writing. I have enjoyed my class this year. Have a safe and restful summer. Third Grade Mrs. Arvizu. Mrs. Arvizu’s class has a busy month in May. they will be going to see Cinderella, visiting the Ver­ montville Museum and Maplewood and go' to Lans­ ing to the Summit and Michigan State University. Many students have finished multiplication and are now learning division facts. In science they are studying the life cycle of meal bugs and are watching caterpillars change into butterflies. Third Grade - Mrs. Slag. Many students have Worked hard to pass their multiplica­ tion facts this year and will celebrate with a pizza party next week. They are Jared Smith, Andrew Taylor, Ryan Schroder, Chris Loveall, Chelsey Parish, Matt Wahl, Miranda Svoboda, Joey Smith, Heather Primm, Jor­ dan Snyder, Shawn Root, Jennifer Curtis, Danielle Christensen,. Mercedes Bernheisel, Helena Kirchoff and Jason Montague. VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE RECEIVES $16,300 STATE MATCHING GRANT TO DEVELOP WELLHEAD PROTECTION PROGRAM The Michigan Department ofEnvironmental Quality has award­ ed Nashville a $16,300 matching grant to develop a Wellhead Protection Program. The program will aid the Village in keeping the community’s drinking water supply clean by helping to pre­ vent contamination from reaching the Village’s water wells. A local Task Committee has been formed to help guide the Village in developing the program. Currently, the Village is working with the Castleton Township and the Grand Rapids engineering firm of Fleis & VandenBrink Engineering, Inc. to locate the area where the community’s drinking water originates from. Once this is determined, the program will identify meth­ ods to help keep the water in this area clean. Methods will include developing a plan for the emergency cleanup of a haz­ ardous material release, identifying local pollution risks, and informing area residents what they can do to help keep the com­ munity’s drinking water safe. For more information, contact the Village at (517) 852-9544 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 22, 1999 - Page 9 Top-ranked brothers team in Aug. 6 exhibition KALAMAZOO — Identical twins, Bob and Mike Bryan, No. 11 on the ATP tour team rankings in doubles, will play in the National City Bank Exhibition Friday, Aug. 6 to help kick-off the USTA Boys' 18 & 16 National Championships. The annual exhibition will begin at 8 p.m. in Stowe Tennis Stadium on the campus of Kalamazoo College. It is held in conjunction with the opening night ceremonies with the national tennis tournament. Timon Corwin, the tournament director, will preside over the opening ceremonies. The Bryan brothers won 48 straight matches in their last two years of American Junior Tennis including titles in 1995 and 1996 in Kalamazoo. Apple Run sprints through Sparta July 17 SPARTA — Runners and walkers will hit the streets of Sparta Saturday July 17 at 8:30 a.m. for a 5k Michigan Flavorbest Apple Run and a 5k Fitness Walk. The events are being staged in conjunction with Sparta's Town and Country Fair Days. A non-competitive Child's Fun Run for children 12 years and younger will take place at 9:15 a.m. The 5k registration fee is $15 if postmarked by July 10 and $18 the day of the race. A family pre­ registration fee of $15 for each parent and $10 for each child 18 and younger is being offered. The Michigan Flavorbest Fun Run has Barry County Extension Office CALENDER OF EVENTS MG Demo. Garden work session, 6 p.m. at Demo Garden, Expo Center, Fairgrounds. June 23-25 Exploration Days, MSU. June 24 Poultry Showmanship Clinic, 6:30 p.m. at the Expo Center. June 27 Speed Show, 10 a.m., Expo Center. June 28 Small Animal Sale, mandatory meeting 7 p.m., Expo Center. June 29-1 Ag Expo-MSU. become one of the favorite events for many runners. Past winners include Olympic steeplechaser Brian Diemer, Jennifer Wilson-Goodpaster, Brad Kirk and Betsy Haverkamp. Kirk, a Western Michigan University graduate, holds the overall course record, finishing in 14:15 in 1994. Wilson-Goodpaster holds the womens' course record with a 17:13 set in 1992. They were the first team in 50 years to win consecutive crowns in their age division. At Stanford, the pair continued its perfect mark, helping its squad to capture NCAA titles in both the 1997 and 1998 seasons. At the 1998 NCAA finals, the brothers won a doubles crown and Bob lost just one singles match. Once they turned professional in 1998, the Bryans' success continued as they captured 17 straight wins and three consecutive doubles triumphs. Currently, the twins are being groomed for the USTA Davis Cup team. Gates at Stowe will open for the opening night ceremonies at 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 6 and a clinic will be conducted at 7 p.m. Following the clinic, the professionals will face one another in a singles match before teaming up to face the top seeds in the boys' 18 doubles division. The 10-day tournament will begin with match play Friday, Aug. 6 and will culminate with the singles championships Sunday, Aug. 15. More than 400 of the nation's best young male tennis players will vie in this year's competition for junior titles in singles and doubles. For ticket or tournament information, call (616) 337-7343. Tickets can be purchased at V&A Bootery and the Markin Racquet Center in Kalamazoo or at the Stowe Tennis Stadium during the week of the tournament. FOR SALE The Village of Nashville is now taking bids on a 1977 C-65 5-YARD DUMP TRUCK, with un­ der body and front plow. No min­ imum bid needed. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Send all bids to the Village of Nashville, P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073, by June 23, 1999. Michigan Streams and Lakes IT S BASS SEASON! June 23,30 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 1999-2000 BUDGET PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 28, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. at the Administration Office, the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools will hold a public hearing to consider the district's proposed 1999-2000 general fund, Durant fund, dept fund, athletic fund, bookstore fund and hot lunch budgets. The Board may not adopt its proposed 1999-2000 budgets until after the public hearing. Copies of the proposed 1999-2000 budg­ ets are available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Administration Office, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. This notice is given by order of the Board of Education. Allison Avery, Secretary $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) ~ ALL JOB SEEKERS ~ Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & September Call 616-374-8837 ...For additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Twin City Foods, Inc. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI E.O.E. Stream MAP oi Michigan LOST STREAM MAP FOUND AND The recently published STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN is just like another map - known to Pennsylvania anglers as the "Lost Stream Map." The "Stream Map of Pennsylvania" was completed in 1965 after a thirtyyear effort by Howard Higbee, a former Penn State Professor. Professor Higbee succeeded in creating a map of the highest detail possible...a map that shows every stream and lake. He painstakingly plotted by hand, the location of 45,000 miles of streams onto a 3 x 5 foot map. The map sold extremely well until it was lost several years later. Incredibly, the printer entrusted with the original drawing and printing plates, declared bankruptcy, then carelessly hauled Higbee's 30 years of work to the landfill. The few remaining dog-eared copies became a prized fisherman's possession. Professor Higbee was offered $400 for one of his last maps. And state agencies were forced to keep their copies under lock and key. The experts had always told Professor Higbee that reprints were impossible, because the maps were printed in non-photographic blue. Then, in 1991, at the age of 91, Howard Higbee's dream came true. Computers made it possible to reprint the map. Holding an updated map, Howard said, "I never thought I'd live to see this day." Then, by combining Professor Higbee's knowledge with computer technology - the' STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN was created. Why every fisherman needs this map It is estimated that 10% of all the fishermen catch 90% of the fish. 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Check or money order enclosed $ SHIPPED PRIORITY MAIL IN A STURDY TUBE Name__ Addres C State____Zip J-Ad Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058-0188 �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday, June 22. 1999 - Page 10 Fuller third-grader wins orange belt by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Shawn Root, a thirdgrader at Fuller Elementary, recently advanced to a or­ ange belt level at Taek­ wondo USA in Charlotte. Root had to go in front of 'an audience of his peers, parents and instructor Alex Martinez to perform a series of sparing stances to ad­ vance. He also had to set three goals and maintain them to pass the testing, among other things. "Shawn has been at it for two and a half months. The kids and adults have to earn quite a bit of material to ad­ vance," said instructor Mar­ tinez. "He did an excellent job. We try to get the kids H & and adults to set goals inside the gym and out Courtesy, respect and disipline are all stressed as important as the perfect kick or punch. My goal is to advance him to a black belt, which takes a lot of dedication. For instance, the student must get all A's and B's in school to be a black belt" There are 10 belts in all that can be acquired. Each level involves formal test­ ing and requires exemplary behavior that must carry over in everyday life. Root has been practicing two times a week. Root said his goal is to become a black belt by the age of 15. Shawn Root with his orange belt. Root said his goal is to become a black belt by the age of 15. Right of way request tabled in Vermontville MFG ASSEMBLY Seeking motivated individuals for 2nd shift Piece Rate assembly/molding positions. Earn as much as S10.00 per flour. Long-term employment plus benefits. 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The request was made be- ' head Protection Plan. • Heard from resident cause of contamination to Wayne Cranson who asked the soil at the site. the costs involved to install The issue will be revisited at the council's July 8 meet­ ing to allow time for owner Jerry Kent to be contacted. He will be asked to sign an agreement that the village will never be held responsi­ ble for any cleanup on the LANSING — The property. Lansing Regional In other business at the Chamber ofCommerce and meeting last week, the Oldsmobile are proud to council: announce that the Oldsmobile Classic will be broadcast live on ESPN all four days during this year's tournament. It marks the eighth year of the Oldsmobile Classic .being on ESPN since the inaugural tourney in 1992. The Stihl FS36 Trimmer, once again named the Best Buy from a leading consumer magazine, now only $13995 Handy, lightweight, quiet From the makers of the #i selling chain saw worldwide. German engineered, made in the USA Two year consumer warranty Straight and curved shaft trimmers in stock. Great Prices!! a wye at his property. Tony Wawiernia explained the parts will be approximately $140 plus labor. He sug­ gested installing the wye on the inside of the sidewalk so that the sidewalk will not have to be replaced. • Approved a new ordi­ nance effective July 1, to regulate water and sewer service to multiple units. Oldsmobile Classic to be shown on ESPN Castleton Twp. Board June 2,1999 Meeting called to order at 7: 05 p.m. by Supervisor J. Coo­ ley. All board members were pre­ sent. Eight people were in atten­ dance as well. Approved minutes from the May 5, .1999 meeting. Approved the treasurer’s re­ port. Approved paying the bills in the amount of $21,469.58. Heard public concerns over the opening of Greggs Crossing Rd. from Devine to Morgan. Committee reports were given. Graveling of the roads have been completed and the culvert on Martin Rd. has been re­ placed. Appointments to boards will stand. Received a letter stating that the bridge on N. Main St. will be replaced. Meeting was adjourned at 8: 30 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by, J. Cooley, Supervisor (100) Last year, millions o*f people tuned in and saw Lisa Walters capture the championship title. The 1999 ESPN, television schedule is as follows: Thursday, Aug. 26 from 3-5 p.m.; Friday, Aug. 27 from 3-5 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 28 from 5:30-7 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 29 from 4-6 p.m. The 1999 Oldsmobile Classic will showcase the world's top women golfers at the Walnut Hills Country Club in East Lansing from Aug. 23-29. Proceeds for the event will be donated to the Oldsmobile Classic Youth Charities Fund. For more information, call the tournament office at (517) 372-4653. • Agreed to contact Con­ sumers Energy about an electrician bill for energy surge damage to the lift sta­ tion on East Main. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Outgoing, personable single white mom, 38, 5’5", with reddish-blonde hair and green eyes, who enjoys going to the beach, bowl­ ing, dancing, movies and meeting new peopeo­ ple, in search of an honest single white male, 30-45, with similar interests. Ad#.99O3 COUNTRY LIVING Attractive, kind-hearted, easygoing single white female, 69, 5'2’’, with brown nair and hazel eyes, non-smoker, enjoys music, cook­ ing, crocheting and more. She e's seeking a caring, honest, kind single white male 68-73, with similar interests. Ad#.8240 EVEN-TEMPERED Attractive single black female, 22, 5'9", who enjoys music, cooking, swimming, basketball and beach walk, seeks an honest, compati­ ble single male, 25-30. 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Ad# 6356 TALK OVER COFFEE Caring, easygoing single white female, 46. 5'4", a green-eyed strawberry-blonde, enjoys sewing, crafts, gardening, nature walks and fishing. She’s looking for ann easygoing, energetic single white male, 43- 51. Ad#.645O LOVE IS COLOR BLIND Cheerful single white mother of one, 18, 57", 155lbs., with brown hair and green eyes, who enjoys music, baseball and basketball, seeks an honest, faithful single black male, 18-25. Ad# .8199 SHARE MY WORLD Outgoing single white female, 39, 5’5", with blonde nair and hazel eyes, who enjoys movies, hiking and playing with her children, is seeking a kind singte white male, under 48. Ad#. 1096 YOU NEVER KNOW... What can happen once you decide to call this single white female, 47, 5’5”, who is a blueeyed brunette. A lover of life, she enjoys read­ ing, dancing, music and is seeking a friendly, accepting, steadily employed single white male, 38-53. 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Ad# 6978 CUTIE PIE Single white female, 46, with red hair and blue eyes, full-figured, who enjoys home life, music and movies, seeks a kino, intelligent, romantic single black gentleman, over 5’9", non-smoker/drinker, who is easygoing, for a long-term relationship. .*Ad 6689 YOU COULD BE THE ONE Are you the gentleman this fun-loving divorced white mom. 28. 5'4”, with long auburn hair, is hoping to meet? Please call, if you’re a kind, romantic, sensitive single white male, 25-39, who enjoys cooking, bowling, walks on the beach and more. Ad#.632O FIND OUT TODAY Reading, writing, listening to music and spend­ ing time with friends are the interests of this employed single white female, 21, 5'3", with dark hair and blue eyes. She is searching for a single male, under 35. 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Ad#.9O21 MARVELOUS Serious single white female, 19,5’1”, with dark hair and hazel eyes, who enjoys sports, bowling, working out and writing poetry, is seeking a sweet and kind singte white male, 18-26, Ad#,9261 LET’S GET TOGETHER Friendly, outgoing single white female, 41, 57”, with brown hair, blue eyes and a good sense of humor, enjoys church activities, reading and meeting new people. She seeks an honest, trustworthy, single white male, 38-50. Ad#.9253 IDEAL SITUATION Fun-loving and enthusiastic would best describe this singte white ternate, 19, who enjoys auto racing, horseback riding and spendfog time with her .*dog She is looking Io meet a singte white mate, under 25. who is truly nice and loves to dance and cuddle. .*A1d3O6 GOOD-NATURED Educated single white female, 52,5', with red hair and green eyes, who enjoys playing cards, traveling, dancing and more, seeks an affectionate singte white male, 37-60. 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She wants to meet an honest and warm-heart­ ed single white male, 35-50, for friendship. Ad#.2972 LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE Funny single white female, 18, 4'5", 110lbs., with blonde hair and brown eyes, who enjoys horseback riding, music, travel and sports, seeks a single white male, 18-25. Ad#.7973 MUST BE NICE You have to meet this kind-hearted single black female 35, 5'3", 135lbs., if you’re a car­ ing Jamaican male. 40-45. who enjoys swim­ ming, running, the outdoors and keeping active. She's waiting for your call. .*Ad 9836 WATCHING SUNSETS Call this caring, sensitive single white female, 35, 5'6”, with blonde hair and hazel eyes, who likes horseshoes, canoeing and snowmobiling. She seeks an emotionally stable single white male, 35-45, 6', with similar interests. Ad#.9797 A MAN WITH A PLAN? This sweet, dependable single while female, 54,5’2", 115lbs., with blonde hair, blue eyes, is looking for a friendly single white male, 50-62, to share activities, coffee and conversation. She also enjoys gardening, bowling, rodeos, cooking and movies. Ad#.7151 WAITING FOR YOU Attractive, professional single white female, 54, 5’4”, with blonde hair and blue eyes, who enjoys country music, golf, cribbage, cross­ country skiing and fishing, seeks a quality sin­ gle wnite male, 45-57. Gun Lake area. Ad#.7319 DEFINITE POSSIBILITY Outgoing, nice single black female, 29, 5'5", full-figured, who enjoys bowling, movies and sports, would like to meet a caring single male, 25-38. Ad# 9556 COMMON GROUND Bubbly single black female. 33, who loves lis­ tening to music and reading, is looking to meet a humorous, independent single black male. Ad#.9676 OPEN-MINDED Athletic singte white female, 20, 5’8", with brown hair and hazel eyes, who enjoys the outdoors, sports and music, wants to meet an honest single male, 18-28, for friendship. Ad# .7991 ROMANTIC MOMENTS Considerate, loving and devoted are ways to describe this single white female, 31, *56". 21 Olbs., who likes dancing, bowling and taking walks. She is looking for a kind-hearted and loving single white male. 22-38, to share mutu­ al interests. Ad#.988O LETS MINGLE Camping, fishing, dining out and movies are interests of this single white female, 48, 5'8", foil-figured, with brown hair/eyes. She's look­ ing fo r a long-term relationship with the right single white male, 45-60, wrth similar interests. .*A8d549 ITS A GOOD IDEA TO CALL Fun is inevitable when around this widowed Native American female, 50,5'3", 117lbs„ with dark hair and green eyes, who loves dancing, shooting pool and going to the zoo. She seeks a single black/Hispanic male. 48-65. for friend­ ship. Ad#.8921 IRRESISTIBLE Divorced mom, 38, 5'6", with blonde hair and blue eyes, who enjoys cooking, bowling, dancing and sports, is looking for a single white i male, under 45. who enjoys children. Ad#,7978 FRESH START Good-looking, spontaneous single white mate, a young 50. 5'8", who is fon-foving and talkative, enjoys movies, dining out, dancing, the lake, Ilea markets, traveling, ling, cuddling and more. He seeks a compa tible single white w female. 33-52. Ad# 2364 YOUR INTERESTS? Single white mate. 39, 5'4”, slim, with short hair and brown eyes, seeks an easygoing, fun-loving singte white female. His interests include flea markets, antique shows and col­ lecting things. Ad#.5565 CELEBRATE LIFE Outgoing single white dad, 36, 5’10", 175lbs., with brown hair/eyes, who enjoys good con­ versation, fishing, hunting, sports and NASCAR, is looking for a stable, intelligent single white female, under 45, with'a gocxl sense of humor. Ad# 8222 ON THE MOVE 5R'u1g0g,ed2 single white professional male, 51. 210lte., with brown hair, who enjoys camping, fishing, motorcycling, sports and more, is seeking a single white female, 35-45, with similar interests. Ad#.8083 PERFECT CHEMISTRY Charming single white male, 38,5'9", 185lbs., with brown hair and hazel eyes, who enjoys sports, dining out and dancing,, is hoping to find a fun-loving single female,, 25-40. with similar interests. *Ad .6282 WALK WITH ME Single white dad, 38,6'1”, 190lbs„ with brown hair and green eyes, who enjoys boating, swimming, children and great conversations, seeks a single female, 25-55. Ad#.6127 CHARMING Caring singte white male, 39, 5'8", 150lbs., with dark bro brown hair/eyes, who enjoys good conversation, boating, camping, fishing and more, is seeking an intelligent single white female, 25-42, to spend time with. Ad# 8998 STOP HERE1 Single white male, 26. 5'9", 175lbs., with sandy blond hair and blue eyes, is seeking single white female, 18-34. Actt.7131 IT COULD HAPPEN Fit single Hispanic male, 43, 5'6”, with brown hair/eyes, who enjoys sports, bowling, out­ door activities, museums and more, is looking to meet a mature, petite, non-smoking single Hispanic female, 28-42, for a serious relation­ ship. Ad#.2317 SPEND TIME WITH ME Single black male, 25, 5’8", 150lbs., with a positive attitude, enjoys sports, movies and dining out. He’s looking for a goal-oriented single female, 19-28. Ad#.7918 CHECK IT OUT Singte white male, 39,5'10", 175lbs., with reddish-bfond hair, is looking for a singte white female, for a possible relationship. Ad# 9416 CAN WE CLICK? Single white male. 35, 6‘, slim, seeks an hon­ est. sincere single white female, under 35, who enjoys music, cultural interests, the arts and theater. Ad#.1628 MAKE IT POSSIBLE Looking for a long-term relationship with a single white dad, 34, 6'2". 180lbs.. with brown hair and hazel eyes? He’s searching for a physically fit single white female, 30-40, who also enjoys motorcycles, billiards and watch­ ing television. Ad# .3680 UNTIL NOW Outgoing singte white dad. 28, who enjoys music, sports and more, is looking .for an attractive single white female, 23-30. for a possible companionship. Ad#.4767 SO MUCH FUN How does an evening dining out and going to a comedy dub sound? Call this easygoing, intelligent single white male, 51, 5’11 , 175lbs., with brownish-gray hair and blue eyes. He enjoys fishing, cooking, movies and seeks a single white female, 45-52. Ad# 9949 TOGETHER Easygoing asygoing angle wh4e mate, 24. 6', .)*1,86 with ith brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys NASCAR, dirt biking, camping and travemg, seeks a single white ternate, 18-26, wrth sm»lar .*merest Ad# .6539 HEART TO HEART Athlebc. outgoing single white Chrtsfim mate, 38, *62". .)*2,00 with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys vintage cars, sports, the beach, (fining out and more, is seeing a car­ ing singte white female, 25-45. .*Ad 1980 CHECK IT OUT Easygoing single white mate. 34, 6’, with brown hair/eyes. wants to share mutual inter­ ests, friendship and fun with a sweet, attractive single white female, 25-35. who enjoys NASCAR, movies, football and (fining out. 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The 1999 summer schedule for the Maple Valley Track Club practice sessions is as follows; Tuesdays 6:30-8 p.m. June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20 and July 27. The program is set up to allow students and families to try different track events without interfering with family vacations or family time. Practices are not mandatory. The program is for all ages and is not limited to the Maple Valley area, all schools are welcome. Ribbon meets will be on Fridays July 9 and July 16. Field events begin at 6 p.m., running events start at 6:30 p.m. Ribbons will be awarded to places 1-5 in the following age groups: K-3rd, 4th-6th, 7th-9th, 10th-12th, adults, veterans 30 and older. The Meet of Champions is Friday, July 30. Field events begin at 5:30 p.m. and the running events start at 6 p.m. Medals will be awarded to the top three in each event and the top two in the relay events. There will be six divisions of competition for both men and women: K-3rd, 4th-6th, 7th-9th, 10th12th, adults and veterans 30 and older. The entry fee is $5 for the meet only. Track facilities are located at Maple Valley High School, 11090 Nashville Highway; Vermontville MI 49096. The summer track program is for athletes of all ages and is not just for those in the Maple Valley area. (Photo provided) Included in the Maple Valley Track Club summer program are ribbon meets and The Meet of Champions. (Photo provided) The school is located two miles east of Nashville on the Nashville Highway. The coaching staff includes Maple Valley High School coaches, area track coaches, college students and members of the varsity track teams, a staff that allows for more one-on-one attention. Any questions pertaining to the Maple Valley Track Club can be directed to Jerry Sessions at 852­ 9826. 4 area students earn WMU degrees Four area students earned degrees at Western Michigan University in April at the end ofthe 1998-99 academic year. The following is a list of the students, their home­ towns, parents (where made available), major fields of study and special academic honors, where applicable: • Katherine Ruth Schlappi of Sunfield, master's degree in public administration. • Dana Hasselback of Vermontville, daughter of Robert Hasselback, bachelor of business administration, food marketing, magna cum laude. • Barbara J. Sleeper of Vermontville, master of arts in special education. • Joyelle Stine of Char­ lotte, a graduate of Maple Valley High School, bache­ lor of science in nursing, cum laude. B^R Boneless, Chicken Breast Choice Beef Beef 5# &Up Sizzler Steak Cube Steak Ground Beef From Chuck Lesser Amts, 1.59 Lb. ? 1# Tub, Tub Y Yoder’s Potato. Slaw or Macaroni alad Oscar Mayer 4.5-5.35 Oz. Gallon, Bareman’s Lowfat & Lunchables Skim Milk Lunchables. Pepsi Products Chip Dip FRENCH ONION IGA Vermontville Grocer^ I - and - 2 Liters Fresh Meat Market + Dep Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pro Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-06-29.pdf 9b61d0d4a30ff98e6db98ccd58b12409 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LI3RA 121 S. CHURCH ST HASTINGS. Mi 49058-1893 "4/2) Hsj^ m4gQsJ Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 26/June 29,1999 Schools still undergoing plenty of work by Shawna Hubbarth The "old." gym at the high school will receive a face lift this summer while students are vacationing. A new floor, and renovations of the existing bleachers are in the plans. StaffWriter School might be out for the summer, but there will be plenty of things going on at the buildings. Though 90% of the con­ struction is finished at the schools, odds and ends re­ main Superintendent Clark Volz said. At Maplewood, construc­ tion is 95% finished, Volz said. "We have punch list projects — small things." Maplewood will receive some new carpet this sum­ mer and some old class­ rooms will be getting new cabinets. Blacktop also will be poured in the parking lot. Second Chance program students also will be land­ scaping Maplewood as part of their ongoing community service program. At Fuller, the portables will be moved out soon, Volz said, and excavation for the new playground equipment will begin. The playground will be installed this summer. New blacktop will be poured there as well. At the high school, the entrance way to the new gym is being completed, along with new blacktop poured in the parking lot. "We will be putting in seamless linoleum in the entrance," Volz said.'There will also be the trophy case installed near the entrance." Other projects at the high school that are not paid for by the bond proposal will be completed this summer. They include a complete renovation of the "old" gym. "We are resurfacing the floor, repainting, and reno­ vating the bleachers so that they will be automated," Volz said. "Also, there will be landscaping done this summer. The new gym is 95% complete. We still need fire marshal approval." With money from the Du­ rant lawsuit settlement; the high school will get a new computer lab adjacent to the library. Volz said he hoped to have this work completed by the time the students re­ turned. "We have several other See schools, pg. 2 Nashville council praises alternative ed students by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Maple Valley Alternative Education students were rec­ ognized for their work this past year in cleaning up the town at the Nashville Vil­ lage Council meeting last Thursday. Students have held nu­ merous "trash pick-up" days, cleaning roads in the village. They have also worked along the old railbed, cleaning garbage. The students were also thanked by the council for their participation in collect­ ing sap for the Maple Syrup Association, a non-profit group in Nashville. Bonnie White, council trustee and secretary of the Syrup Association, said the group did a great job. It also benefited the students, as they were able to raise money for their annual trip to Chicago. In other business last Thursday night, the council: • Accepted a bid of $2,825 from Doug Westendort for the village's 1977 dump truck. • Discussed the library donation issue, but decided See council, pg. 2 Tentaf/Ve agreement reached in Rails to Trails issue Tentative settlement of a "Rails to Trails" project is­ sue in Nashville was reached just before trial was to be­ gin last Monday. Terms of the settlement have yet to be disclosed and parties involved, including the Thomapple Trail Asso­ ciation, have yet to vote on it officially. The settlement is between Craig Patterson on one side and Russ and Irene Furlong and the Nashville VFW Post No. 8260 on the other. Both the Furlongs and the VFW were suing Patterson for adverse possession ofthe old Penn Central railroad bed, which he and the asso­ ciation intend to turn into a recreational public trail. Patterson filed a counter­ claim concerning trespass, and slander to title to real property. Patterson, previous owner of the land, has wanted to donate it to the village with the stipulation that it be used for a public trail. The Thornapple Trail Association is now the current title holder of the land. How­ ever, some people living adjacent to the trail have claimed that Patterson could not provide the village with a clear title because they themselves have "maintained, occupied, and With tentative settlements in the air involving the "Rails to Trails" litigation, volunteers were out last Saturday redecking this bridge on the trail in Nashville. If anyone wants to volunteer cleaning brush and making improvements they can call Ron Olher at 852-1900 daytime, and 852-9593 nights for more information. improved" the former rail­ road bed. The property is hoped one day to be a part of the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail, which is an old rail bed converted to a public recre­ ational trail. Parts of the trail are already open in sur­ rounding areas such as the Village of Middleville and a portion of Caledonia. After a public hearing on the matter, the Village of Nashville formed a Citizen's Advisory Committee to poll the community about a the recreational trail or another trail that would be on the riverbed and separate from rail trail. Results of the survey showed 75% wanted a river­ side trail and 73% wanted a trail on the old railbed. The trail would begin near the village limits at Sunset Drive in the Fuller Heights area and then proceed to the intersection of Reed Street and Curtis Road. It has been proposed that in the future the trail could be extended on to the Maple Valley Schools and toward the a Thomapple Lake area. Proponets for the trail, including Nashville Village Council member Frank Dunham, believe the trail would provide a safe means oftransportation for area cit­ izens to walk or jog. Some called the trail a "gift to the community." Dunham recently applied for a grant to help develop the trail. Others against the idea of the railbed trail have cited concerns about safety, crime and lack ofparking. Another issue has been adjacent property owners' lawsuits. The committee's official recommendation was to re­ visit the railbed issue after the legalities were worked out. Michael Gormley, presi­ dent of the Thomapple Trail Association, said the set­ tlement was not final and would be voted on very soon by both sides. As the settlement stands now, "We accomplished what we needed to have done," he said. "No one is 100% happy with the agreement, but we accomplished our objec­ tives," Gormley said. The Thomapple Trail As­ sociation met last Wednes­ day and voted tentatively to approve the settlement with stipulations that conditions proposed in the settlement terms are met. Settlement terms will not be available to the public until this is all finalized. Gormley also said that negotiations are ongoing in an effort to settle with two other lawsuits involving Owen and Dolores Knoll, and Geraldine Tobias whose trials if not settled, will have begun Monday, June 28. In This Issue • Summer Library signup ends July 2 • Revue rehearsing for ‘Charlie Brown’ production • Kids at library learn all about deep sea diving in Australia • Donation to help build basketball court in Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 29,1999 - Page 2 Library summer reading program signup ends July 2 Signup for the summer reading program “G’day to Read” is in full swing at the Vermontville Township Li­ brary. Everyone completing the program will get a prize. Drawings and contests will be ongoing in the library for the duration of the program. Complete rules and details are available at the library. Signup ends July 2. Read­ ers should pick up their pro­ gram packets on Tuesday, I ft July 6. The library has acquired one copy each ofthe Dorling Kindersley books: Star Wars: The Visual Dictio­ nary, and Star Wars Episode 1: The Visual Dictionary, both autographed by the au­ thor, David West Reynolds. The library will be raffling offthese books at the end of July. Tickets are available only at the library, $ 1 each or six for $5. Each Tuesday in July will i CHERYLS HAIR SHOP ft CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. bring a new program to the Opera House for the summer programs presented by the Vermontville Women’s Club. The program for July 6 will be Australia, presented by Madelyn Forest. There will be a slide presentation, and many articles collected on Mrs. Forest’s trips to Aus­ tralia. The program begins at 2 p.m. After the presenta­ tion, Australia. The program begins at 2 p.m. After the presentation, Australian snacks and crafts will be pre­ pared by the Library staff, to kick off the “G’Day to Read” program. Watch for posters announcing each week’s program. Recent memory books do­ nated to the library are In­ side John Deere: A Factory History, by Rod Beemer, was donated in memory of Robert Todd by the Robert and Sue Dormer family. The Next Place, by Warren Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. hen you buy your life insurance from us through AutoOwners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll slive you money. As an independent Auto- Owners agent, we take great interest in you - as well as your home and car. We are specialists in insuring people and the things they own. ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business ThlNo Prt6fon'fajptt,* TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Hansen, was donated by memory of Laurie Hale, by Dixie Brand and family. New videos: Austin Pow­ ers: International Man of Mystery, You’ve Got Mail, Ever After: A Cinderella Story, Tremors, The Horse Whisperer, Lost in Space, Apollo 13, Leave It To Beaver, Wag the Dog. The library again has had a generous donation of books on tape. The new titles include: Blind Man’s Bluff, by Sherry Sontag, The Clin­ ton Enigma, by David Maraniss, A Man in Full, by Tom Wolfe, Charles Kuralt’s Seasons, by Charles Kuralt, Neanderthal, by John Dam­ ton, Tuesdays With Morrie, by Mitch Albom, The Death of Outrage, by William J. Bennett, The Greatest Gen­ eration, by Tom Brokaw, A World Transformed, by o fe o G Erdgeen, BbuyshK,eTnhFeolHleattm, m T heer Loop, by Nicholas Evans, Treasure, by Clive Cussler, Spin Cycle, by Howard Kurtz. Audit non-fiction: The Encyclopedic Dictionary of Style and Usage, by Mary A. DeVries, The Guiness Book of Records 1999, Trash or Treasure Directory of Buy­ ers, by Tony Hyman. Adult fiction: I Know This Much is True, by Wally Lamb, Hanging Woman Creek, by Louis L’Amour, Bushwackers: A Time for Killing, by B.J. Lanagan, The Breaker, by Minette Walters, The Right Hand of Evil, by John Saul, Until the Real Thing Comes Along, by Elizabeth Berg, Reserva­ tion Road, by John Bumham Schwartz Serpent by Clive Cussler, The Late News, by Barbara Delinsky, Hannibal, by Thomas Harris. Junior non-fiction: The Magic School Bus Explores the Senses, by Joanna Cole, The Kids’ Business Book, by Arlene Erlbach, Genetic En­ gineering: Progress or Peril?, by Linda Tagliaferro, A Ticket to Australia, by Sean McCollum, Australia, by Sean McCollum, World in Conflict; Bosnia, by Eric Black, Dion Sanders, by Bruce Chadwick, Superstars by Men’s Pro Wrestling, by Matt Hunter, Capital Punish­ ment, by Robert V. Wolf, Harriet Tubman: Anti-slav­ ery Activist, by M.W. Taylor, Overcoming Adversity Se­ ries: Tim Allen, by John Wukovits, Jim Carrey, by Mary Hughes, Tom Cruise, by Phelan Powell, Reviving Ophelia, by Mary Bray Pipher. Junior fiction: Mystic Knights of Tir Na Nog: Fire Within, Air Above! by Robert Simpson, Star War Episode 1, 1 Journal: Anakin SkyWalker, by Todd Strasser, Thoroughbred: Dead Heat, ThoroughbredAshleigh: The Forbidden Stallion, by Joanna Camp­ bell, The baby-Sitters Club: The Fire at Mary Anne’s House,by Ann M. Martin, Animal Ark: Mouse Magic, by Ben M. Baglio, Arthur and the Cootie-Catcher, by Stephen Krensky, The Berenstain Bears Lost in Cy­ berspace, by Stan and Jan Berenstain, Magic Tree House: Buffalo Before Breakfast, by Mary Pope Osborne, Animorphs; The Reunion, by K.A. Apple­ gate, Tom Clancy’s Net Force: The Ultimate Escape, by Tom Clancy, Love Sto­ ries: Stolen Kisses, by Liesa Abrams, Tell Me Again About the Night I Was Bom, by Jamie Lee Curtis. Council, from front page to revisit it at its next meet­ ing, when the Library Board will present its official rec­ ommendation. The donation is $65,000 from the T. Wayne Fuller Trust Fund to be used for a new library. Council Presi­ dent Dennis Mapes said that the council is not sure that the village wants to build a new library and referred the matter to the Library Board. Mapes also said that if the village declines the dona­ tion, the money will still be used in the community. • Discussed the possibility of delaying the Reed Street project until the year 2000 because the village might be able to attain more grant money that way. • Heard from the police committee that the new po­ lice car will be in Nashville in approximately two weeks. • Approved having Mapes represent the village to dis­ cuss settlement alternatives in the Transfer Recycle Sta­ tion litigation. • Learned that the road has been placed in Lakeview Cemetery and the new sec­ tion is ready to be surveyed and plotted. • Heard from the Citizens Advisory Committee that they are thinking of putting a donated antique bell either at the football field or in Putnam Park.They would also like money available for landscaping if the coun­ cil approves. Ca// 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! 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Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE N AZ ARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday:. A.M. Worship ......... ........ 11a.m. P.M. Worship............ ........ 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ........ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship ......6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Srhall Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south ot Nashville) Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class...................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service...................................7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 11 a.m: Sunday Schoo W.orship .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer..................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. . For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's Is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evenin 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTOR 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service .7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 29, 1999 - Page 3 Romans to pay visit to Assembly of God Community garage sales held Garage sales were held village wide a week ago, giving residents a chance to clean out that attic space. Here, students with the Nashville United Methodist Church sell used goods to raise money for their youth group trip to Mackinaw Island. One of the kids, Justin Smith, said that the group would be camping and was looking forward to taking in the historical sites on the island. A reminder: For all those garage saler*s who did not sell all their baby and toddler items, there is a new child care program starting in the fall at Kellogg that will service Adult and Alternative Education students, as well as the community. They are looking for donations of items such as baby and toddler clothing, equipment such as cribs and high chairs, toys and books. Call Linda Miller at 852-9794 for more information. Class of 79 reunion cancelled HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 • 945-2243 I ONLY *3.75 Matinees before 6 pm I Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tues. *4^0 with Student ID after 6 pm ~~| *4.00 Late Shows Fri. & Sat DIGITAL STEREO O No passes or Tuesday discounts Unlimited Free Drink Refills & .25* Com Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View MOVIE GUIDE Despite efforts made to have a Class of 1979 reunion this summer, plans have been cancelled due to lack of interest. Letters went out to all available classmates in Feb­ ruary with a request for an RSVP included. Only two phone calls resulted from the letter. Every classmate with a listed address was sent a letter, however, several, were returned for “no longer cor- rect” addresses. In the June 15 issue ofthe Reminder, a notice was placed to call 852-1901 if a classmate was attending the reunion. The calls were to be made by June 25. No calls were received. There are still plans for a 25th-year class reunion in 2004, For more information, call 852-1901. and children in this Bible learning program. She has introduced this material to other French speaking coun­ tries in Africa who are also starting the JBQ program. The first international match was held last August; with another one to be held in Togo, inJanuary of 1999. Brenda’s goal for the next term is to continue to train children’s workers, as 85 Martin and Brenda Ro­ man, Assembly of God mis­ sionaries to the country of Benin, West Africa, will visit the Nashville Assembly of God Church at 6 p.m. Sun­ day, July 4. Martin works with the Na­ tional Church leaders in evangelistic outreaches, church planting, church building, training and en­ couraging pastors and lead­ ers ofthe Benin Church. This past term Marti was involved in evangelistic cru­ sades in bush villages. Churches wefe established, and 15 church shells and roofs were built with the par­ ticipation of the local church. He trains and en­ courages new pastors and helps them to develop a vi­ sion for their own church and reaching their village for Christ. Marti’s goal for the next term is to help birth and build 48 new churches in the villages of Benin, West Africa. This past term Brenda has translated the Missionette Leady’s Manual into French, as well as the Junior Bible Quiz program. She, Emily and Kate have trav­ eled across Benin and trained children’s workers percent of the population of Benin is 15 years of age or younger. She will also be working with the women of Benin to open a technical school for widows and teenage girls who have not been educated and need to support themselves. The Romans will be re­ turning to Benin in January 2000. A gift to the Barry Community Foun­ dation is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more infor­ mation on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. any ommunity oundation Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 MLS Fax: 852-9138 Schools, from front page O BIG DADDY STARTS WEDNESDAY 12:30,2:45,5:00,7:15,9:15; FRI/SAT LS 11:40 AUSTIN POWERS 2 (PG-13) 11:45,2.00, 4:00,7:00,9:00 FRI / SAT LS 11:30 O STAR WARS (PG) DIGITAL ENDS TUES. • 11:00,1:35,4:10,6:50,9:25 FRI/SAILS 12:00 O TARZAN (G) 11: 15,2:15,4:15,7:15,9:15 O GENERAL’S DAUGHTER (R) 12: 00, 2:20,4:40,7:10,9:30; FRI/SAT LS11:50 [coupon ”■w ■"wiih'iiiir*diii r RweTve weve . [FREE 46 oz. POPCORN (Maasued by vokme. not vreiglt) I 1 perawpon/tmialsiyiptes C«y»nexpres7499-(MV) , Hit our web site at www.gqti.com rim i n uni projects we are looking at that are not included in the bond," said Volz. Projects being looked at are reseeding the football field, looking at a plan for a concession stand for the football field (behind the high school), also a press box, and lighting there. Volz said locating the main football field behind the high school has advantages such as providing visiting and home teams with locker rooms, and a practice field. "We are also looking at entrances to the high school for security reasons and also the hardware on the doors is pretty weak. This would also improve the appearance ofthe entrance." Volz said the school is also hoping to buy an addi­ tional bus. He said that the district has a need to acceler­ ate the purchases ofbuses to keep them running effi­ ciently. The New Millennium Eaton Federal takes the year 2000 issue seriously, and have been working for the last year and half to make our financial institution ready. We have upgraded our computer hardware and are working toward the com­ pletion of software testing. At Eaton Federal our custom­ ers are #1, and we'll be with you till the year 3000 and beyond. Eaton Federal Broker, HMS-t WARRANT Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI........................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker) 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)... 852-5066 VERMONVILLE: CHARMING 3 BEDROOM HOME 1 1/2 baths, newer kitchen, vinyl siding & windows, open stair­ case. some anUque tin-decora­ tive ceilings. Enjoy the beautiful fenced yard loaded with flowers. Additional lot available. Call Nyle (V-61) NEW LISTING NEAR HASTINGS IN COUNTRY ON 2 ACRES POSSESSION AT CLOSE! 2 bedroom earthen sheltered home with open living area. COUNTRY HOME ON 5 Corner lot. Cedi Nyle for ACRES (CH-63) Between Nashville & Ver­ details. montville. 10 room, 4 bed­ room, stately country home, much original woodwork, Maple Valley Schools. Call Nyle (CH-55) JUST LISTED! FULLER HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION Nashville, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, attached 2 car garage, ranch home (2 years new). Full basement, complete appliances included, pole barn & storage shed all on large lot. Call Nyle. (N-66) VACANT LAND FENCED CITY LOT IN VERMONTVILLE Gas, water & sewer to property. 2 story barn & additional storage she d& fruit trees on property. Call Nyle. (VL-65) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE for walk base­ ment. Blacktop road NE of Vermontville. Good access to Lansing. Some newly plant­ ed trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed, perked & has driveway permit. Call Nyle. (VL-64) 3 ACRES - LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BUILD­ ING SITE Rolling, surveyed, perked, near I­ 96 Clarksville exchange. Close to good fish­ ing & golf courses. Call Homer. (VL-62) 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy GOOD PROSPECT FOR “ZERO DOWN” FINANCING Put your tax return into this house!! Call today to discover how easy it could be to own this charming remodeled 3 bedroom home with 1 1/2 baths. Call Nyle (N-50) access to 1-69 expressway interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for drive­ way. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-49) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, nat gas available located at the end of private road deed restrictions. Call Nyle (VL-39) 3.3 ACRES - Country lot big enough for a horse surveyed on private road. (VL-42) 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site priced to buy at just $16,900. Call Nyle today, 726­ 1234. (VL-43) 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel is ideal for your new home land contract terms; Call Nyle to discuss the details. (VL-30 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, June 29, 1999 - Page 4 Early Fours registrations accepted for next fall stated, the “Early Four” pro­ gram will be a wonderful service to the community but it has limited funds and the number of students it can accept. “J encourage parents who are interested in having their children considered for the program to stop by the Maple Valley Schools ad­ ministration office and pick up a registration packet,” she said. The school will send reg­ istration packets in the mail if parents call 852-9794 or 852-9699. The Adult and Commu­ nity Education program is also looking for donations of child care equipment, like cribs, high chairs, playpens, small and large toys and books. All items must be in good condition. A letter for a tax writeoff is available upon request. Those who have been stor­ ing infant and toddler items and would like to donate these things to help promote a great program should bring items to the Kellogg Ele­ mentary School. Call 852­ 2004 or 627-3037 to have items picked up. The Maple Valley Adult and Community Education programs announced Mon­ day they have started accept­ ing registrations for their new “Early Fours" program. The program will begin in September and is designed to meet the developmental needs of 4-year-old children who may be “at risk” of be­ coming educationally disad­ vantaged. Linda Miller, director, Transfer station will be closed Saturday The transfer site in Nashville will be closed this Saturday, July 3, for the holiday weekend. Paper recycling arrange­ ments have been made and the site is currently accept­ ing newspapers, magazines, phone books, office paper, corrugated cardboard and pasteboard (non-corrugated cardboard such as cereal boxes.) Please collapse and stack the boxes. SARA BETH YUTZY January 22,1999 to June 3,1999 Our darling little baby so precious and sweet Now resting peacefully at Jesus’ feet Our sweet little angel a step ahead ofus all Was ready to answer her Maker’s call. Our sweet little angel upon the streets of gold Singing praises unto God songs that never grow old. Our arms are empty our hearts are sore But our sweet lil angel is suffering no more. A sincere THANK YOU to all neighbors, family and friends who helped in any way; prayers, food, cards, letters, money, transportation, etc. since the day that Sara Beth was bom. It was all greatly appreciated. God’s Blessings to everyone! William (Bill) & Martha Yutzy McKelveys to celebrate 50th ' Wilsons to celebrate anniversary n anniversary 50th Ted and Clara McKelvey of Hastings celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a trip to Cancun, Mexico. Ted McKelvey married Clara Spaulding on June 5, 1949 in Angola, Indiana. They have four daughters, Teddie (Steve) Soya, Peggy (George) McKelvey Guthrie, Jan McKelvey and Julie Shreeve, seven grandchildren and three stepgrandchildren. Ted farmed all his life in the Maple Grove area and was involved in township and county government, most recently retiring from the Barry County Road Commission. He continues to serve on the Charlton Park Foundation and Central Dispatch E-9-1-1 Admin­ istrative Boards. Clara worked at The Battle Creek Food Company and was employed by Archway Cook­ ies, Inc. for 36 years before retiring in 1995. Their family wish to invite family and friends to an open house to be held at their residence at 5050 Maple Grove Road on Sunday, July 11, from 2 to 5 p.m. This open house will also celebrate the 50th wed­ ding anniversary of Arnold and Margaret Wilson. They request no gifts, please. Arnold and Margaret Wilson of Waterford, and for­ merly of Hastings, celebrated their 50th wedding an­ niversary with a trip to Hawaii. Arnold Wilson married Margaret McKelvey on Sunday, June 26, 1949 at the First Methodist Church in Hastings. Arnold and Margaret have three children, Linda Custer of Greenville, Vicki Widman of Milford, and Kevin Wilson of Joplan, Missouri. They have four grandchildren. Arnold was engaged in teaching and coaching at Pontiac High Schools from 1953 to 1970, and was an Administrator with Flushing Community Schools for 18 years, retiring in 1988. Margaret taught in rural schools of Barry, Isabella and Genesee Counties. Their children wish to invite family and friends to an open house to be held at the home of Ted and Clara McKelvey at 5050 Maple Grove Road, Hastings, on Sunday, July 11, from 2 to 5 p.m. This open house will also celebrate the 50th wedding anniversary of Ted and Clara McKelvey. They request no gifts, please. For Sale POSITION OPENING MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS The Maple Valley Transportation Department is accepting appli­ cations for a full-time mechanic. Applicants must have a motor vehicle mechanics license or be willing to be in an apprentice pro­ gram for two years to obtain the license. Candidate must also have the ability to obtain a CDL and successfully complete a beginning school bus driver course. STARTING DATE: SALARY RANGE: DEADLINE: July 1, 1999 Per Support StaffMaster Agreement Full benefit package July 9, 1999 A job description is available in the Superintendent’s Office or you may contact Pat Powers (852-9421) for further information. Interested persons should apply in writing to Supt. Clark Volz, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096. HOUSEFUL OF FURNI­ TURE, BOUGHT NEW IN APRIL THIS YEAR. Beauti­ ful sofa & loveseat, large Oak table & 4 chairs, 6 piece Oak finish bedroom outfit with de­ luxe queen mattress set, 3 Oak cocktail tables, recliner chair, 2 twin size beds, 2 Cherry book­ cases, 1 full size bed, Hoover deluxe sweeper, 12’x30' Berber carpet “Brand New”. Cost over $6,000 must sell! $1,850 or will sell separately. 1-517-541-8132 6,000 YARDS OF CARPET­ ING, 5 different colors & styles. Used 2 weeks at Convention Center. Cost$10.95/yard. Sacri­ fice $2.00 per yard. Dennis Dis­ tributing, 401N. Cochran, Char­ lotte. 1-517-541-1109_______ 30 SERTAFIRM MATTRESS SETS, full size. Very clean, $75.00 per set, frames $12.00. Dennis Distributing, 401 N. Cochran, Charlotte. 1-517-541­ 1109 Garage Sale 4 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Sat., July 3 and Sun., July 4, 9:00am-4:00pm. 202 Middle St., Nashville. Dishes, knick-knacks, entertainment center, fitness equipment, children’s clothes, adult clothing. 7vme fin AJew Dianas Place The Place to gofor Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road k Diana Kuempel 852-9481 is accepting registrations for... Early Fours School Readiness Program Registration packets available at: Maple Valley Administration Office 11O9O* Nashville Hwy. For more information call: 852-9497 or 852-9699 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 29,1999 - Page 5 The Revue rehearsing Charlie Brown’ musical The cast of "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown" concentrates on a book report. show is also very funny," he said. Show times are set for July 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 7 p.m. and on July 11 and 18 at 2 p.m. at the Ver- Director Bill Reynolds promises plenty of action including this baseball scene in the upcoming show at the Opera House. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Revue is hard at work at the Vermontville Opera House rehearsing for "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown," based on the car­ toon musical. The cast includes Liz Stanton, Matt Knoll, An­ drea Mace, Jared Volz, Dan Favre and Kim Knoll. All cast members are high school or college age. Be­ hind the scenes are Doug Acker, Betsy Parrish, Al Lentz and Becky Gurensey. "This show is great for all ages," said Director Bill Reynolds. "It is full of color and special effects. The show moves at a real fast pace, which is different from Turn those unwanted Items into cash. Call 945-9554 to place your classified ad. The Revue is hard at work rehearsing for, "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown." Here, Lucy , (Liz Stanton) sings of her love of marriage to Schroder, (Dan Favre). what we have done before." The show follows the ad­ ventures of Charlie Brown and friends. "This is full of action with a lot of fun music. The Area woman wins Hillsdale honors Holly Taylor, a business administration marketing major at Hillsdale College, was named to the dean’s list, for the 1999 spring semester. Taylor is the daughter of Tom Taylor ofNashville. She is a 1999 graduate of Hillsdale College. During her four years there she was a member of the Charger track team. In her final con­ ference meet, she won the pole vault at a school record height of 9’6 1/4”. She also placed second in the high jump and sixth in the triple jump. She was named “Best in montville Opera House. For advance tickets call (616) 367-4455. Cost is adults $8, senior citizens $7, and children 12 and un­ der $5. the Field” for the Chargers. Taylor was also an active member of Pi Beta Phi Sorority, holding the posi­ tions of house manger and historian. She also served as vice president of the Hills­ dale Chapter of the Ameri­ can Marketing Association. Taylor is currently looking for a career in business. She is a 1995 graduate of Maple Valley High School. Mobile Homes Holly Taylor ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604.________________ FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604,_________ . ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. a wr Millennium On the threshold ofbetter things Some people say the end of 1999 could also be an end to our age of prosperity. You'll be happy to know we see things differently. Instead of being the end, we believe Year 2000 will be a remarkable, new beginning. We've worked hard to prepare our entire institution for the Year 2000 readiness. Our regulators established strict guide­ lines for dealing with these complicated issues, and we've been busy completing what needs to be done...so through the transition, we'll be at your side. The best is yet to come. We're thankful we'll be there together. "YEAR 2000 READINESS DISCLOSURE" J^a£ting£ City J^anfe READY TO SERVE YOU IN THE NEW MILLENNIUM Member FDIC 91091 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 29,1999 - Page 6 Latest donations to the memorial scholarship foundation The Alberta Gardner Memorial reached Benefac­ tor status ($l,000/more) with additional donations in her memory from Terry Lee Gardner, Jack Sherman Gardner, Nancy Kay (Gard­ ner) Monroe and Gordon David Gardener (dec’d). The Laurie Hale Memor­ ial reached Patron ($500/ more) status. Name plates will be added to the plaques located in the main entryway at Maple Valley High School. Five Hundred Forty Seven dollars was donated to Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation by alumni through donations sent with alumni banquet reservations, plus an addi­ tional $100 from the Nashville High School Class of ‘49, whose total donations were about $200. Additional 1999 Funder ($100/calendar year) listings are: Eleanor Rawson, Laurie Hale Memorial, NHS Alumni, VHS Alumni, Al­ berta Mae Gardner Memor­ ial, Terry Lee Gardner, Jack Sherman Gardner, Gordon David Gardner (dec’d), Nancy Kay (Gardner) Mon­ roe, NHS ‘49, Charles Frith, Lloyd Eaton and DeVere cook. Donations in memory of Laurie Hale have been re- ceived from the Duffy Fam­ ily, Roger and Diane Gard­ ner, Dave Vierk, Mike and Jill and Erin Booher, Tim and Bessie Smith, Roy Weaver, Mike Watson, tom Watson, Scott and Kathy McLind, Charles and Bar­ bara Thropp, Philip and Cheryl Rathburn, Donnabelle Briggs, Verle and Dorothea Stall, Nancy Mor­ ales, Doug and Evelyn Stab, Ray and Martha Lawrence, Maplewood honor roll announced 5th Grade Mrs. Bunker - All A’s Kelsey West. A’s and B’s - Josh De­ Camp, Scott Dockter, Adam Gonser, Lindsey Kersjes, Brad McDonald, Sara Pash, Ashley Samann, Jon Stafford, Jarrod Thomason, Jamie Young. Dunham - All A’s - Jenna Denton, Amanda Kirchhoff, Brody Klapko, Garrett Van Engen, Brandi Walden. A’s and B’s - Levi Andler, Brandon Crane, Amber Edinger, Brandon Crane, Aaron Myers, Adam Myers, Shane Shance, Cortney Warner, Amanda Wright. Mr. Meersma - All A’s Meghan Keasler, Dhaanielle ie Tobias, Sarah Trumble, Bekah Welch. A’s and B’s Andrea Cobb, Stacie Cook, Brent Cummings, Mindy Newton, James Voelker, . Nikolas Litos, Matt Gordeneer, Lynzie Rigelman, Drew Kersjes, Andrea Jarvie, Saman­ tha Pierce. Mrs. Smith - All A’s Sarah Vanderhoef. A’s and B’s - Matt Baver, Nick Croff, Janelie Famum, Jami Gilbert, James Heney, Ann Huver, Danny Laverty, Allison Oleson, A.J. Olm­ stead, Leanne Paxton, Ian Raymond, Jessica Wolf, Salena Woodman, Zeke Wieland. Mr. Smith - A’s and B’s Whitney Shilton, Shamarr Gearheart, Kara Mays, Patrick Wells. 6th Grade Ms. Braun - All A’s - Tara Gordenski, Erin Hummel, Dustin Jones,, Amanda Ketchum, Adam Moody, Nate Smith. A’s and B’s - Ben Boss, Rachel Croff, Kevin Fassett, Andrea Szymanski, Oran McCauley, Bethany Wenger. Mrs. Ludendyk - All A’s Joey Desrochers, Krista Riksna, Dustin Drumm, Laura Trumble. A’s and B’s - Jeffrey Bowman, Daniel Brooks, Rochelle Currier, Tasha Duke, Michael Furlong, Nicholas Grant, Cassie Hirneiss, Jordy Hulsebos, Jessica Lawless, Devin Musser, Amber Primm, Amy Strickland, Tresha Trow­ bridge, Nichole Whelpley, Jacob West. Mrs. Pettengill - All A’s Katie Eldred, Kelsey Eliston, Tessa Robles. A’s and B’s Lance Burpee, Corey Caudill, Sammy Cowell, Todd Cupp, Katilyn Hammond, Josh Huemme, Kyndra Root, Matthew Scramlin, Anthony Sherwood, Kailey Smith, Lacey Wiser. Mrs. Snyder - A’s and B’s - Sarah Chaffee, Adam Cogswell, Daniel Coumeya, Bobby Decker, Tom Miller, Ryan Moore, Jesse Page, Beth Platte, Michael Rhodes, Amanda Rumsey, Shawna TeVelde, Tiffany Thomas, Carmen Wells. Mrs. Tuckey - All A’s Melissa Bauer, Ryan Cle­ venger, Kelly Fox, Andrew Gaber, Stephanie Hoffman, Amanda Mead, Justin Starks, Chase Walden. A’s and B’s - Jason Beardslee, Elizabeth Clements, Matt Conklin, Travis Doyle, Kyle Halliwill, Robert Hapeman, Brandon Montgomery, Paul Morgan, Eric Totten,,, Ryan Vanzandt, Tory Trout. JVatufeJVIade VITAMIN SALE lAaft/fgjifadf VITAMIN E VITAMIN E 400 I.U. WATER SOLUBLE 1,000 I.U. SC39 100SOFTGELS 60 SOFTGELS VITAMIN C SUPER B COMPLEX 500 mg WITH ROSE HIPS Vitamin 500 >419 warutejtfadc 130 TABLETS $A69 100TABLETS VITAMIN E GINSENG 400 I.U. Chris and Jennifer Varney, Class of 1997, Erin HokanVernon and Mary Trow-son and Sarah Hughes. The “Keihl” award went to bridge, Bud and Audrey Ommen, Lyle and Mary Brandon Phoenix, “Good” Hokanson, Lloyd and Elsie awards went to Christina Wolever, Friends at Ver-Desrochers and Andrea montville Hardware, Linda Mace,’’Hickok” award went Gaber, Sue Lyndyke, Sheryl to Shawn Graham, “Lintner” Berry, Cindy Baker and El-aaward to Erica Krolik and bert and Dorothy Carpenter. Carpenter.“ “ Hartenburg” award to Additional donations in Daniel Favre. Other scholarship recipi­ memory of Hubert Lathrop were from M.V. Support Per- ents for 1999 are Amber sonnel, Duane and Dorothy Shilling, Joseph Stadel, Gamble, Jerry and Anne Aaron Treloar, Scott VanEnand Junia gen, Bethany Poyer, Thomas Kent, Elmer Phillips, Jarvie, Carroll and Marge Powers, Andrea Melissa Patterson, Jack Wolff, and Gertrude Tobias. Carroll and Marge Wolff donated in memory memory of Wilma DeCamp; Richard and Joan Spitzer donated in memory of Donald and Wilma Hinkley, Maijorie Shilton and Gloria Andrews. Eleanor Rawson donated in memory ofLee Rawson. The Maple Valley Education As­ sociation donated in mem­ ory of Reva Schantz. A total of $25,000 in scholarships was awarded at Maple Valley’s graduation ceremonies. The alumni that received awards were Class of 1992, Penelope Stoertz; Owens, Craig McDougal, Melissa Mansfield, Carrie Harden, Harden, Jonessa Jonessa Ham­ monds, Leslie Grant, Trent Graham, Heidi Eberly and Kevin Aspinall. With these scholarships the amount awarded to Maple Valley graduates, from interest earned on do­ nated monies, total more than $100,000. The M.VM.S. Foundation is a non-profit charitable foundation. For more infor­ mation, or to make dona­ tions, mail to P.O. Box 715, Nashville, MI 49073. Vermontville Library summer program to start The Vermontville Town­ ship Library has announced its scheduled of summer programs each Tuesday in July. Beginning July 6 at 2 p.m. Vermontville community member Madelyn Forest will present a program on Aus­ tralia. There will be a slide show and a “show and tell” of items collected on her travels. After the presenta­ tion, there will be Australian snacks and crafts presented by the Vermontville Library staff. This will also kick off the library’s summer reading program “G’Day to Read.” • On July 13, storyteller Kaye Sorenson will be pre­ sent. She will present inter­ active stories to the children. • On July 20, John Two Hawks .will present a pro­ gram on Native American Heritage. • On July 27, “A Time for Turtles” will be in town. This is a one-hour program of fun turtle stories, legends and interesting turtle facts. Live turtles and their handler will be visiting. Each program will last ap- proximately one hour and begin at 2 p.m. After each program, snacks provided by the Vermontville Women’s Club will be served. All pro­ grams are held in the Opera House. Nashville woman earns degree Jody Hickey of Nashville graduated from Baker Col­ lege in Owosso on the Presi­ dent’s List with a 3.96 grade average. Hickey now has her asso­ ciate’s degree in x-ray tech­ nology. Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS,windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. B & B DRYWALL, 12 years experience, insured. New homes, Remodels, Additions and Re­ pairs. Hanging & finishing. Call 517-852-9299 or 517-852-0803 VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 $459 HASTINGS CITY BANK 30 SOFTGELS Bellevue Branch Teller 100 SOFTGELS Vitamin Information Line 1-800-276-2878 Sale Ends 7/9/99 Qualified applicants will have strong math and communication skills, be detail orientated and p present a professional appearance. Previous teller experience is desired, but will train qualified candidate. Full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate and offers an excellent benefit package including Profit Sharing and 401K. Apply at the Personnel Office Hastings City Bank 150 W. Court Street Hastings, MI 49058 219 NORTH MAIN STREET 8>45 •Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Mon. - Fri.; 9 am to 4 pm 5at. . R/N6954MAA M/F E.O.E.......... �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 29, 1999 - Page 7 Kids learn about deep sea diving at library program by Shawna Hubbarth we £>§* £>§ *< S‘<«S £ *««* ‘ .M«1U . ■ >; >* < Zchi Zc^h*i L StaffWriter Children of all ages learned about diving at the Great Barrier Reef at last week's library reading club in Hastings. The public library was host to Rick Sass of SubAquatic Sports, who has dived in the waters off of Australia and has gone "nose to nose" with sharks. Sass talked about how long it takes to get to Aus­ tralia (24 hours). "It is on the other side of the world," he told the kids, while pointing out the continent on a map. Sass sparked the imagination of the children, telling of the shipwrecks that have occurred at the reef because of the shallowness of the water. Sass also talked about such topics as marine life, the environment of the Great Barrier Reef and his experiences there. He talked to the children about the proper equipment it takes to dive, the most important is a wet suit to keep a person warm, and also to keep from getting scratched by the reef. Following the program was a raffle for a "monster truck" donated by Tim Voshell, owner of Nothin' But Trucks. There were also other smaller prizes raffled off, such as Hastings Li­ brary T-shirts, boomerangs, sipper cups with the library logo and book bags. edge of Michigan Wildlife as compared to Australia's Outback. He will tell tales of several fascinating crea­ tures from our state and Australia. For more information about this free program, call 945-4263. Rick Sass from SubAquatic Sports points to Australia on a map. He talked with the children about diving the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Australia at last week's library program. Even the parents have a 1 chance to win a prize, which is a weekly drawing for a large pizza from Hungry Howie's. This week's program Wednesday, June 20, at 2 p.m. comes from the Kalamazoo Nature Center. Pete Stobie is energetic and fun and he will share his knowl- or **^)Uu Melta) ** *»»», . * ^stisft "’kMitai WWll^ 'T'-l “• lite W। tft jdiW f IBB, M,1I1iS »bIJjfcpihiiiH& ’ j jjiiaiti.'ipi it* Little Daniel Koneska gets a great view for the library program perched on his mother Anne's shoulder. you! ., , l_i_S_ sijrwWJ* **. ai«i!Jt} IMF ■P The best bank offers THRIFT CHECKING which allows you to open a checking account with just $50.00...and after, that there's No Minimum Balance required. This means more money available to Call 945-9554 to ptee yowr ACHON-adtoday/ Look what else you get with THRIFT CHECKING.. 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Tuesday, June 29.1999 - Page 8 Donation to help build basketball court in Nashville by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Dave La Point, owner of Brookfield Construction is donating a 20- by 30-piece of concrete pad to the Vil­ lage ofNashville. Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad today! Engagements The pad will be poured at Riverside Park, said De­ partment of Public Works Director Scott Decker. It will be used for a basketball court. Brookfield Construction, out of Eaton Rapids, has been working on the side­ walk project in Nashville for the past week Improvements include curb, gutter replacement and new sidewalks on parts of Maple, State and Queen Streets. Decker said the basketball court will be poured when the sidewalk project has been finished sometime this week. Schoessel-Barnaart Can You Fill These Shoes? We are looking for certain individuals who can per­ form the duties of a nursing assistant. These indi­ viduals will possess honesty, dependability, and a caring nature. We offer health insurance, vacation and illness benefits, and a fast-paced work environ­ ment. Earn your State Certificate to become a CENA, while being employed and receiving valu­ able experience! Classes begin July 14th and end July 29th. To apply, come to: Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 By July 8th, 1999 EOE Improving and replacing of certain sidewalks in Nashville was an ongoing project last week in the village. DARE/Quest golf outing a success The Vermontville Lions Club’s fifth annual golf D.A.R.E./Quest outing was hailed as a huge success. The hole-in-one contest for a car was nearly a reality, as a couple of golfers got very close to winning it. Several prizes were given to the players. The Vermontville Lions sponsored 125 sixth graders this year and will also spon­ sor the program next year. Various sponsors of the holes and prizes by busi­ nesses and individuals and golfers were recognized was the Mulberry Fore Golf Course. All profits from this golf outing and sponsors are used for the following year. A spokesperson said, “A great time was had by everyone and what a great way of helping our youth. We hope to see everyone next year for our ‘Welcome back to DARE/Quest outing.’” Mr. and Mrs. Carl Schoessel of Hastings arid Mr. and Mrs. Richard Barnaart of Vermontville, MI wish to announce the engagement of their children, Susan C. Schoessel and Michael L. Barnaart. Susan is a 1994 graduate ofHastings High School and is employed at the W.K. Kel­ logg Foundation in Battle Creek, MI. Michael is a 1989 gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School and is employed as chef at Schuler’s Restaurant in Marshall, ML An October 1999 wedding is being planned. Announcement is made of the engagement of Sarah Jaynne Simpson of Grand Rapids, MI and Derek Allen Fountaine of Grand Rapids, MI. Sarah is the daughter of Al and Jaynne Simpson of Charlotte and Derek is the son of Denny and Marilyn Fountaine ofLakeview. 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He was preceded in death by his father, William Ward and brother, George Ward. Mr. Ward is survived by his son, Richard L. (Amy) Ward Jr. of Freeport; daughters, Penny Rhodes of Nashville, Brenda (Ray) Wolcott of Morley, and Nicole Ward of Bellevue; grandchildren, Adam, Keshia, Cody, Kayley, Lyndsey, and Zacheiy; mother, Ruby May Ward of Lansing; brothers, Jim Ward of Leslie and William Ward of Onondaga; sisters, Evelyn Rhodes of Vermontville and Judy Taylor of Florida. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 29, 1999 from noon until 1:00 p.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Funeral Services for Mr. Ward will be Tuesday, June 29, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville with Chaplain Richard Genther officiating. Burial will be in Barryville Cemetery, Nashville. Memorials may be made to the family. (Purdey) Ward. He was raised in the Leslie area and served his country during the Vietnam Conflict. Mr. Ward was a dairy farmer and hauled scrap metal in Barry County. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, Barry County Extension Office CALENDER OF EVENTS Michigan State University Extension programs and mate­ rials are open to all without regard to race, color, national ori­ gin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. June 29-1 Ag Expo-MSU. July 3 Open House Show 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. July 5-9 Dairy Days MSU. July 6 Fair Superintendents Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting Expo Center. 8 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee Meet­ ing, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. 10 Caprine Classic at MSU. 13 4-H Beef Carcass Live Evaluation, 7 p.m., Fair­ grounds. 14 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Horse Arena, Expo Center. 17 Non-Livestock Judging Day, 9 a.m., Expo Cen­ ter. 17 Beef Carcass Evaluation, 9 a.m., Geukes Meat Market. 17 4-H Dog Judging, 9 a.m., Show Arena Fair­ grounds. 17 Youth Demonstrations Judged, 7 p.m., Variety Tent Fairgrounds. 18-24 Barry County Fair. July 6 July July July July July July July July July Tony Hansen, a Nashville resident and 1993 graduate of Maple Valley High School, recently won first place in the National Shoot­ ing Sports Foundation’s “Good Shots, Great Stories’ competition. The national contest at­ tracted thousands of entries from the country’s top out­ door writers and aimed to find the writer that best cap­ tured the spirit and benefits of outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing and shoot­ ing. Hansen’s winning entry, “Like Father, Like Daugh­ ter,” first appeared in a De­ cember issue of the Battle Creek Enquirer, where Hansen works as a full-time outdoors editor and sports writer. His winnings in­ cluded a $1,000 check and recognition at the Outdoor Writers’ Association of America’s national conven­ tion. The NSSF contest was the second outdoors writing award that Hansen received this year. In the spring, he was awarded the Ducks Un­ limited Gold Drake Award for his work in outdoor writ­ ing at the Battle Creek En­ quirer. 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Reading begins July 13 and finishes Aug. 18. The fi­ nal craft day, Thursday, Aug. 19, will also serve as awards day for the reading partici­ pants. Interested parents and kids are advised to come to the library to sign up and to obtain exact schedules and details. Local author and Sunfield Library supporter Tom Mug­ gier writes a monthly col­ umn for Woods-n-Water News and is editorial direc­ tor for new magazine, Great Lakes Angler. Both maga­ zines are new subscriptions at the library, as is Parents. Brand new videos are: two new Pokemon titles, I Choose You! and Poke­ Friends; two new Arthur ti­ tles, Arthur’s Family Vaca­ tion and Arthur’s Computer Adventure. All can be rented for 50 cents each. New books on shelves, by category, are: Adult fiction: Hannibal, by Thomas Harris; The White House Connection is a bestseller, by Jack Hig­ gins; Joining, by Johanna Linsey; Great Tales of the West, a donation, is a one volume collection ofwestern stories by famous authors in­ cluding Twain, O. Henry, London, Grey, L’ Amour, Jakes and others. Paperback: Bridget Jones’s Diary, is by Helen Fielding. With Song, by Dorothy Garlock, Sweet Anger, by Sandra Brown and Mystery Flowers, by Grace Livingston Hill, are previ­ ously released titles and do­ nations. Large print: Many new large prints were added to Sunfield’s shelves recently when the Capital Library Cooperative discontinued its collection and distributed them out to member li­ braries. Christian fiction: Frank Peretti’s eagerly awaited new novel, The Visitation, is in patrons’ hands now. New also are all three volumes of Catherine Palmer’s “Town Called Hope” triology, Prairie Rose, Prairie Fire and Prairie Storm. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM, GL 0621 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 29,1999 - Page 12 Mulberry Fore gets new facelift, golfers grateful NASHVILLE It's still a challenge, but it's one that's a little more easier to swing now that certain changes have been made. The eighth hole at Mulberry Fore has been re­ modeled, much to the delight of many linksters who play there. Tad Davis, one of the co-owners of the course, said 900 square feet of space has been added to the top of the green, helping to keep more approach shots on the putting surface. The hole is a 340yard, par four. "It (originally) fell off on an 18-20 degree slope and was impossible to play, (especially) with the green speeds," Davis said. "We leveled it with the 900 square feet and made it flat. Everybody who has seen it and played it have fell in love with it." Davis also said they added 5,000 square feet to the bunkers, helping the hole to play a little easier. Davis said the overall character on the course is certainly found in the greens, so they have added water and bunkers around those putting surfaces "to The bunkers and water that surround the eighth hole at Mulberry Fore help to make it a real challenge even after the remodeling has been completed. Those who have played No. 8 at the Nashville course say that it is much easier and much more enjoyable. Shrimp T-Bone Steak Icy Fresh Whole Deli Sliced or Shaved Chicken Breast Turkey Breast 99* Gallon, Bareman’s Milk hole No. 1, and when completed, Mulberry Fore will begin work on its men's tees. "Play has increased so much that the tees have become beaten," Davis said. "One of the reasons we have more pin locations is to reduce the compaction." As far as the greens go, don't expect Mulberry Fore's alluring qualities to disappear any time soon. "We want to make greens a little more fair and we don't want to lose the mystique that people 41-50 Ct. Texas Brown USDA Choice A continue that challenge." "We started it (changes to No. 8) last fall; it's just one of many adjustments now and to come," Davis said. Drain tile, pea stone, sand and soil mixture were all added to, and around, the No. 8 hole to help complete the project. The next big project is hole No. 6. Davis said they plan to lift the whole green up and then put it back down next fall. He also says that the course will be putting in new ladies tees, starting with expect when they come out here," Davis explained of Mulberry Fore's remodeling project. At the par 72, 6,000yard course, the key to solid scores has always been where the golfers put their tee shot for their approach shots into the greens. Position, in that respect, is pinnacle at Mulberry Fore. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 27/July 6, 1999 Nashville fails to win MDOT grant for trail by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Nashville was rejected in its bid to win a grant from the Michigan Department of Transportation to develop the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail (the old railbed trail.) The grant comes from a program -called the Trans­ portation Enhancement Ac­ tivity (TEA) program. Grants are given for non­ motorized transportation trails, for aesthetic im­ provements, for historical preservation of old bridges or abandoned rail depots. Though no official reason was given, Village Coun­ cilman Frank Dunham, who applied for the grant said, "We heard our grant was fa­ vorably reviewed, but with the problems with the liti­ gation we did not get it." Dunham said that because many of the current litiga­ tion "problems" are being settled, chances ofreceiving a grant look "good" for next time. Upon approval from the council, Dunham said they will submit another application. Several court cases con- cerning the Paul Henry trail which is a proposed recre­ ational pedestrian trail on the old Penn Central railbed are in the process of being settled. There were rumors around town that the Washingtons, who are involved, in litiga­ tion with the Rails to Trails Association and are not in the process of settling their case (no court date has been set), wrote a letter to their state representative who in turn wrote a letter to the See grant for trail, pg. 3 Cleaning and maintenance of the old railbed trail continues. Volunteers cleaned brush off the trail last week, and the bridge was redecked, making it safer for pedestrians. Putnam Library has 'hopping' good time at summer reading program bUtnam Ubrarian Deld,a Bryans ,a"S ,ha Ch"**n ab0Ut hiS summer,s readins childrenlineuptofeelthe-pouch-andguesswhatthecontentsare. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The library summer reading club had such a good turnout that children were separated into two age groups. While the younger children played the pouch game inside, older children waited for their turn by playing tag on the library lawn. Librarian Deidra Bryans said that because of the volume of children participating she is looking for parents and volunteers to help with the summer reading club activities. The kids had a "hopping" good time at the Putnam Library signup for summer reading program last week Wednesday. Children played the "pouch game," where librar­ ian Deidra Bryans put an ob­ ject in a pouch and had the kids feel it and try to guess what it was. While the youngsters guessed several different things, the real items were a spool, a screw, a roll of pennies, and a clothes pin. Winners who guessed cor­ rectly won a bib bottle of bubbles. The game corresponds to the theme this year for the reading club, which is G'Day for Reading — an Aus­ tralian theme. All participants for this week's Wednesday program are asked to bring in a walk- ing stick. This can be a long stick found outside. Bryans said the kids need to peel the bark off, and bring it in as the library will be providing ink to put Abo­ rigine art on the sticks. There will also be more games and prizes after the crafts are done. Because of a low budget for these types of events Bryans is asking for dona­ tions from community members or businesses for items that can be given as prizes for the kids. In This Issue • 5th-graders MEAP writing scores decline • Eaton ISD construction, remod­ eling underway • Varsity softball coach resigns �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 6,1999 - Page 2 Fifth-graders’ writing MEAP scores decline by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Michigan Educational As­ sessment Program (MEAP) scores in writing for Maple Valley fifth-graders showed a steep decline from the pre­ vious year, according to re­ sults recently released. The results were reported for seventh grade math, read­ ing and fifth grade science and writing. Though some of the results were satisfac- tory, other results are cause for concern, said Superin­ tendent Clark Volz. Particularly of concern were the fifth grade scores, where last year students were rated 74% proficient in writing, but this year the score dropped to only 14.2% proficient, leaving 85.8% not proficient. The state av­ erage for proficiency for this year was 54.8% Score drops like this Volz said are usually a mistake VFW POST 8260 NASHVILLE on either side. "I put a call into the state department, as to inquire about this score," said Volz. "Either we did not adminis­ ter the test correctly or something went wrong with the scoring. We have not made any changes to the curriculum so that kind of drop is nearly impossible." Volz said that as of yet he has had no response from the state department. The drop in the fifth grade science scores was more ex­ pected this year, said Volz because the test was changed and there wasn't sufficient time to change the curricu­ lum. Community Notice ALL YOU CAN EAT! JULY 9TH from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm $5.00 Adult - $3.00 12 years & under Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick closings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-800­ 611-3766. HOME OWNERS! Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. The students scored 35% proficient, 57% novice, and 8% not yet proficient, while last year the student^ scored 74.3%, 25.7%, and 0%, re­ spectively. Though the scores were significantly lower as compared to last year's students, in two of the categories Maple Valley students scored higher than the state average. "For the past years with the science test you could chose what section of the sciences the students could be tested on," explained Volz. "So of course we tested the students on areas that they had studied in their curriculum. With this year the test included all the areas of science, some of which the children have not taken in their curriculum." Volz said an example of this would be the students being tested on life sciences or physical science, and per­ haps these areas would be studied in further grade lev­ els. "Because of this, we will be revising our curriculum," said Volz. Brighter news was re­ vealed in the seventh grade scores with the reading scores staying pretty much the same as last year- 51.9% satisfactory this year, 52.4% last year. Volz said good news was revealed in the gender break­ down of seventh grade math, with males scoring just barely above the females, at 52.9% satisfactory, versus females at 52.4%. "This is good news be­ cause it shows that not one gender is favored in the mathematics instruction, which happens when one score is higher than the other." Other MEAP scores on different subjects will be re­ leased later this summer, Volz said. Maple Valley Public School Maplewood Elementary Michigan Educational Assessment Program Framework Wide School Summary Report Science Grades Percent Proficient Percent Novice Percent Not Yet Novice 1999 School District State 35.0 35.0 36.9 57.0 57.0 53.0 8.0 8.0 10.1 1998 School District State 74. 74.3 40.4 25.7 25.7 52.8 0.0 0.0 6.9 Writing Grade 5 Percent Proficient Percent Not Yet Proficient TSS3 1 lien you buy y°t>r life insurance from us through Autowners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll save you money. As an independent Auto- Owners agent, we lake great interest you - as well as your home and car. 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LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting..................... 7 p.m. Sunday School .................9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School ................. .10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON Sunday School ....... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11 a.m. REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ ........... 6 'Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Senrice............................ 11:15 P.M. Service ..........................6 p. .m. . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) .Worship ............... 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class.............................. 10:50 a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship ................ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. m..Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School.......... .9:45 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ........................7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ........... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Sunday Schoo W.orship.......... PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service........... 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �the Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 6,1999 - Page 3 Obituaries Floyd R. Upright------------- — LANSING - Floyd R. Upright, age 80, of Lansing, passed away Monday, June 28, 1999. Mr. Upright was bom August 2, 1918 in Benton Township, the son of George and Stella (Kingman) Upright. He retired from Sears in Frandor Shopping Center in Lansing and also held membership in the Potterville Masonic Lodge and the North Lansing Lions Club. Mr. Upright is survived by his wife, Jeannette (Kerley) Upright; step daughter, Jain (Thomas) Allbee of Potterville; step son, Kevin (Karin) Carver of Lansing; grandchildren, Zackary Allbee, Lorrin Allbee, Dustin Carver, Karli Carver and Tricia Holley. Funeral Services for Mr. Upright were held Saturday, July 3, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Minister Michael O’Berski officiated. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. Beulah Belle Briggs CHARLOTTE Beulah Belle Briggs, age 81, of Charlotte, passed away Wednesday, June 30, 1999. Mrs. Briggs was bom December 30, 1917 in Roxand Township, the daughter of Estley and Zoie (Clark) Sinclair. She had worked in radio assembly for Wilcox Gay. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pearl A. Briggs in 1992. Mrs. Briggs is survived by her daughters, Joyce Nisse of Vermontville, Nancy Hamilton of Charlotte, and Dolores Glaspie of Jackson; ten grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren; sister, Hildred Keeney of Holt. Funeral Services for Mrs. Briggs will not be held at this time. Arrangements are. made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Local woman in car-motorcycle accident by Shelly Sulser StaffWriter Jim and Barbi Cronover are deeply grateful for the kindness of strangers who formed a human circle around them as they lie in­ jured on a busy Hastings street Saturday morning, June 26. The Hastings couple had hired a babysitter for their three children and were head­ ing out of town on their 1988 Harley Classic motor­ cycle to spend the day to­ gether attending the MontroseZTefferson Starship con­ cert near Fremont. Instead, they spent the day with aches and pains at the Pennock Hospital Emer­ gency Room undergoing xrays. "We were in the far right lane in front of Arby's when she pulled out of Plumb's," said Barbi of how the acci­ dent occurred. "Her front headlight hit my leg and the bike. It totally lost us." Jim and Barbi, who were wearing helmets, hit the pavement, both suffering bruises, sore pelvises, backs and muscles. 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Suffering minor injuries was John Anthony Steward, 12, who was wearing a seat belt. ■ ........... rnrL Dianas Place The Place to gofor Professional Styling Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Road l Diana Kuempel 852-9481 Unhurt in Cornwell's car was Christina Serrano, 13, of Columbia, Tenn., and Ronald Eugene Cornwell, 60, of Nashville. All three were wearing seat belts. Uninjured in Malone's car were Lindsay Anne Malone, 13, of Nashville and Kailey Marie Smith, 12, of Nashville. All three were also wearing seat belts. Harley. "As a semi motorcycle enthusiast, I sort of get shunned, though I'm a fam­ ily man," he said. "But I'd never seen anything like that. People do come to­ gether." Jim was impressed with the warmth and compas­ sionate care given them by the ambulance personnel as well, he said. It remains to be deter­ mined whether the bike is a total loss, said Jim. Dawn Mater, 32, of was beautiful." Nearly 10 people in all surrounded them, stopping traffic to prevent Jim and Barbi from being hit by the cars in the busy, four-lane business district. Though Jim admits he loves his bike, he loves his wife more and immediately scrambled to make sure she was all right. "I was a little stunned," he said. "I crawled to my wife to see what was going on with her. My motorcycle is my real love, too, but that was secondary compared to her." The couple said they did not recognize any of the strangers who protected them and would like to ex­ press their gratitude. "I'd like to thank them all," said Barbi. Jim and Barbi sold their first bike and moved to Hastings six years ago to raise a family. They had only recently bought the I $ AyV Nashville who was crossing West State Street to Cass Street when the accident oc­ curred, was not hurt in the crash. She was issued a cita­ tion by the Hastings City Police Department. Jim has not been able to return to his job in Grand Rapids since the incident and will likely be laid up for another three weeks, he said. Barbi walks with a cane while she recovers. "It’s weird how one inci­ dent can completely change your whole life," said Jim. CHERYL ’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI .517-852-2377 JIo Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. POSITION OPENING MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS The Maple Valley Transportation Department is accepting appli­ cations for a full-time mechanic. Applicants must have a motor vehicle mechanics license of be willing to be in an apprentice pro­ gram for two years to obtain the license; Candidate must also have the ability to obtain a CDL and successfully complete a beginning school bus driver course. STARTING DATE: SALARY RANGE: DEADLINE: July 1, 1999 Per Support StaffMaster Agreement Full benefit package July 9, 1999 A job description is available in the Superintendent’s Office or you may contact Pat Powers (852-9421) for further information. Interested persons should apply in writing to Supt. Clark Volz, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 6,1999 - Page 4 Eaton ISD construction remodeling underway Construction and remod­ eling is under way at the Eaton Intermediate School District facility in Charlotte on Packard Highway. This activity will deal with the growing need in Eaton County for additional space for student instruction and professional development training. In October 1997 the Eaton ISD Board of Education began a feasibility study to explore how best meet the needs of students and staff while using tax dollars in the most efficient manner possi­ ble. The outcome was a pro­ ject that will add special education classrooms, in­ structional areas and training space at the Eaton ISD site on Packard Highway. The $3.38 million addi­ tions and remodeling project will add 14,000 square feet of new additions and will upgrade existing space for students and staff. This is the first major facility project at Eaton ISD since the 1979, when additions were com­ pleted for the Meadowview Grant for trail, from front pg. School. Specifically, one addition will provide new special education classrooms and instructional space and will house students from all the local districts served by Eaton ISD, including Maple Valley. This new space will help assure that Eatdn ISD has the current and future capacity to serve children with special needs. The second addition will create flexible training space that can be divided into as many as four training rooms or one large space that could handle up to 200 partici­ apvaanitlsa. blCeurtrreanintliyn,gthsepeacies noof governor asking that tual letter had been sent. Ei-sufficient size to serve large Nashville not receive the ther way, both Dunham and groups involved in. profesgrant. Both Village Presi­ Gormley think Nashville sional development training dent Dennis Mapes and has an excellent chance of programs. The new space President of the Trail Asso­ getting a grant when they will allqw teacher trainings to be held at Eaton ISD as ciation Mike Gormely said reapply. they heard about the letter. "It might be a temporary opposed to having to rent Confirmation of the letter setback, but it's not a per­ space at Lansing area hotels. The $3.38 million cost of was not available from manent thing," said Gorm­ this project will not add any MDOT, and Dunham said ley. additional tax burden to that he was not sure an ac- Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Eaton ISD area tax payers. The project is being funded through a combination of resources, including $561, 000 from the recent Durant special education settlement from the State of Michigan, $2,465 million from resolu­ tion bonds and approximate- ly $360,000 from Eaton ISD funds. The district will repay the cost of the resolution bonds with annual revenues from existing funds. The Eaton ISD Board of Education and staff mem­ bers are excited about the potential of this project to meet the current and future needs of the many students, staff, community members, and other customers served by Eaton ISD. Project completion is scheduled for October 1999. Maple Valley graduate wins honor at MSU Nichole Kirwin of Vermontville has accepted membership in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and will be hon­ ored during a campus cere­ mony this fall at Michigan State University. Kirwin is a graduate of Maple Valley High School. The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) is a highly selective, nation­ al, non-profit honors organi­ zation. Founded in 1994, NSCS recognizes first and second year undergraduate students who excel academi- lished on the principle that with scholarship comes a responsibility to develop leadership and a duty to per­ form service. The “NSCS provides the opportunity for students, like Nichole, to be recog­ nised for their outstanding academic accomplishments early in their college experi­ ence,” said Steve Loflin, NSCS executive director. “Nichole will also have the opportunity to join other high achieving college stu­ dents in developing leader­ ship skills and a sense of civic responsibility.” The society was estab- Nichole Kirwin 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 MLS Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, QRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) * Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI........................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker).............................................................................. 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).................................................................................. 852-5066 Saturday, July 10 • 2:00 - 4:00 pm Open House 512 Chapel Drive In Fuller Heights - Nashville Built In 1997. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, attached 2 car garage, full basement, complete appliances included. Pole barn & storage shed all on large lot in nice subdivision. (N-66) Your Host: Nyle Wells VERMONVILLE: CHARMING 3 BEDROOM HOME 1 1/2 baths, newer kitchen, vinyl siding & windows, open staircase, some antique tin-decorative ceilings. Enjoy the beau­ tiful fenced yard loaded with flowers. Additional lot available. Call Nyle (V-61) NEAR HASTINGS IN COUNTRY ON 2 ACRES 2 bedroom earthen sheltered home with open living area. Comer lot. Call Nyle for details. (CH-63) JUST LISTED IN NASHVILLE POSSIBLE 2 UNIT Large 5 bedroom house, 2 baths, formal dining room, open stairway, sheltered front porch. Could be 2 family home.______________ (N-67) TOO NEW FOR PHOTO TOO NEW FOR PHOTO GREAT INCOME INVESTMENT LIVE IN ONE UNIT & RENT THE OTHER JUST LISTED! COUNTRY HOME ON 3 ACRES SOME TREES 2 story, 4 bedroom home, 2 baths, lots of space in this well kept 2 unit rental, on a nice shady corner lot near elementary school. Call Jerry for more details. (N-69) 2 story “Cape Cod" home. (Approx. 2500 sq. ft.) with 4 bedrooms & 3 baths. Walkout basement will be finished with extra kitchenette. Second floor not finished. Front porch & back deck. 2 car attached garage. Appliances included. Call Homer for more info. (CH-70) VACANT LAND JUST LISTED: ON WEST MAIN IN VER­ MONTVILLE - Corner lot with public utili­ ties available, electric power pole on proper­ ty. Call Nyle (VL-68) FENCED CITY LOT IN VERMONTVILLE - Gas, water & sewer to property, 2 story bam & additional storage shed & fruit trees on property. Call Nyle. (VL-65) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE for walkout base­ ment. Blacktop road NE of Vermontville. Good access to Lansing. Some newly plant­ ed trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed, perked & has driveway permit. Call Nyle. (VL-64) 3 ACRES - LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BUILD­ ING SITE Rolling, surveyed, perked, near I­ 96 Clarksville exchange. Close to good fish­ ing & golf courses. Call Homer. (VL-62) 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for drive­ way. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-49) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas avail­ able located at the end of private road deed restrictions. Call Nyle (VL-39) 3.3 ACRES - Country lot big enough for a horse, surveyed on private road. (VL-42) 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site priced to buy at just $16,900. Call Nyle today, 726­ 1234. (VL-43) 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel is ideal for your new home, land contract terms. Call Nyle to discuss the details. (VL-30) FFA advisor, varsity softball coach resign by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Maple Valley School Board accepted the resigna­ tion of Girl's varsity soft­ ball coach Chris Ricketts and FFA advisor and agri­ science teacher Janet Cornell at a special meeting held last Monday (June 28). Ricketts gave no reason for the resignation. He had been coaching the team for more than a decade. In other business, the board: • Adopted the bookstore, athletic fund, Durant, Debt Service, Food Service and General Fund Budgets for Vermontville library reading program starts Area children are invited to attend the summer programs sponsored by the Vermontville Township Library. The first program, “Australian Adventure” begins today (July 6) at 2 p.m. at the Opera House. Local woman Madelyn for­ est will be sharing her expe­ riences in traveling to Australia. After the presentation, Australian snacks and crafts prepared by the library staff will be shared. There will be a new pro- High school report cards may be picked up Maple Valley High School students in grades 9 through 12 may pick up report cards in the high school office. The office will be open from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. Monday through Fri­ day. Report cards for seventh and eighth grades will be mailed to the parents, along with this year’s MEAP re­ sults.. Only junior high re­ port cards will be mailed. gram each week. Watch for posters announcing each week’s guest. the year 1999-2000, Details , of the budgets are available at the administration office. • Approved various fall coaches as recommended by Athletic Director Rick Alnett. Arnett said he is look­ ing into the possibility of adding a soccer club and the equestrian club. • Set lunch prices for the 1999-2000 school year. They are $1.60 for elemen­ tary, $1.85 for junior and senior high school, and $2.35 for adults. Student breakfasts will cost $1, adult breakfasts $1.50 and milk 30 cents. 219 North Main St. • Nashville S52-0345 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday PHOTO SME J" Double Prints 12 exp. 24 exp. 36 exp. •2.29 •4.29 •6.29 Offer applies only to develop & print orders for 35mm C-41 process color print film. Not valid on Advance Photo System or Premium Processing. Offer Good July 6-TO, 1999. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, July 6,1999 - Page 5 if POLICE BEAT AYSO to hold soccer clinic in G.R. Ifc,L Ifc, L .-■ z.'.. '<z<-. . ,/•>, y y '"^ ''' / s(?$^ $^ I Nashville man avoids injury A 20-year-old Nashville man escaped serious injury Thursday when he fell asleep at the wheel and crashed at about 5:30 p.m. on M-79 near West Thomapple Lake Road, ac­ cording to the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Po­ lice. Police said Kyle Michael Hughes was eastbound on M-79 when the truck he was driving left the roadway, vaulted off a private drive- s s way, struck some tree branches and rolled over upon impact with the ground. The flat bed of the pickup truck separated from the vehicle when it hit the ground, said police. Hughes, who had not been drinking and was wearing a seat belt, suffered a cut that required stitches oti the bridge of his nose,' said police. No citations were issued. Shed ‘cleaned out’ The reported break-in of a storage shed in the 8000 block of Huff Road in As­ syria Township June 20 re­ sulted in more than $3,000 worth of items .coming up missing, according to a re­ port by the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. Police said a hunting bow, three fishing rods and reels, a chain saw, lawn­ mower, cultivator, two sets of golf clubs, a hunting suit and a bag of softballs were apparently stolen from the 'Jrsity res® ta siiEsaj; ik msjsb WJnhif 21 K.tan'd- Hr asai. 'Sriripabi ORV rider hurt in rollover A 33-year-old Hastings man was taken to Pennock Hospital June 26 and treated for injuries suffered when the three-wheeled, off-road vehicle he was riding rolled over at about 8:15 p.m. in Nashville. Police said Bryon Scott Terpening apparently lost |» JU M iifel li! gl control of the vehicle caus­ ing it to roll onto the left side, then back onto its wheels. He was able to ride the ORV back to a residence to get help Terpening was wearing a helmet when the accident occurred. He was treated for his injuries and released. Drunk teen arrested at party Barry County Sheriffs Deputies responding to a complaint of a loud party on .j ytaiilMiH building during the night. Datnage to the garage door where the unknown subject broke in was esti­ mated at about $450. In another incident on M­ 66 near Huff Road, also on June 20, a man reported that his storage bam was appar­ ently broken into by some­ one with a pry tool, but nothing was taken. Police have no suspects and the incidents remain un­ der investigation. Nashville man pleads in assault, destruction Jeff Bumford, 33, of Nashville, pleaded guilty in Barry County Circuit Court last month to violating his probation by being charged with illegal entry, assault and battery and malicious destruction of property worth more than $200. He will be sentenced on the probation violation con­ viction July 15 at 8:15 a.m. Greggs Crossing Road June 26 in Castleton Township arrested an 18-year-old with a blood alcohol level of .25 percent. The legal level is .10. Police said as they arrived at the scene of the party, they encountered the teen carrying a 12-ounce bottle of beer. The teen refused to stop when asked by police and later began "violently shouting and attempting to smash the rear driver's side window of the patrol car." The young man was re­ moved from the patrol car, handcuffed and taken to jail. He told police he'd had at least 10 beers prior to their arrival. More than 50 teenage soccer players will hit the fields the week of July 4 to learn what it takes to play college soccer. As part of the American Youth Soccer Organization's (AYSO) Girl Scouts offer ‘summer fun’ Young ladies who might need some fun and excite­ ment added to their summer may want to enroll in Glowing Embers Girl Scout Council^ Nashville Summer Fun program! Summer Fuh is a day camp for girls entering first to sixth grade this fall. Girls will have fun meeting new friends, participating in arts and crafts, exploring the world around them and preparing nutritious snacks. Nashville Summer Fun is open to all girls, they do not Miscellaneous Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich- Lic-#23-1748 need to be Girl Scouts to attend. The program takes place July 12-15 from 9 a.m. to noon in Putnam Park. The cost is $8 for Girl Scouts and $ 15 for non-Girl scouts. Scholarships are available. Parents and older teens are needed to help with all activ­ ities. For more information or to volunteer, call Debbie at the Kalamazoo Girl Scout office, 1-800-788-4919. LPNs Ignite your career with CMS!!! application process. Players (ages 13-18) attending AYSO’s week­ long CAP Center will train with top coaches. They will also receive valuable information on sports nutrition, fitness, substance abuse, college selection and career opportunities in soccer. Cornerstone College is one of three CAP Center sites across the country. The other centers are at Chapman University in Orange, CA and Colgate University in Hamilton, N.Y. Can You Fill These Shoes? Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 Free samples. Call 616-2487707. By July 8th, 1999 In Memoriam IN MEMORY OF TOM JOOSTBERNS WHO PASSED AWAY 1 YEAR AGO. We thought ofyou with love today, but that is nothing new. We thought about you yes­ terday, and the day before that too. We think ofyou in silence, we often speak your name. All we have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake with which we’ll never part. God has you in his keeping we have you in our hearts. You are loved and missed by all your family. For Sale Auto 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks; 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $15,500OBO. 948­ 0502 Garage Sale MULTI-FAMILY SALE. Toys, adult, children and baby clothing, dishes, glassware, 200cc motorcycle, retired Beanie Babies, misc. Sat., July 10,9-5. 322 Jackson St., Sunfield. GIGANTIC YARD SALE: Sat, July 10th. Antiques, cassette tapes, records, lawn mowers, mountain bikes, kids bikes, misc. 285 W. First St., Vermontville. GARAGE SALE: July 9th & 10th. Clothing all sizes, jewelry, stereo. 495 Sunset Lane, Nash­ ville. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604._________________ ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. For more information on AYSO's College Athletic Program and CAP Centers call (800) USA-AYSO. We are looking for certain individuals who can perform the duties of a nursing assistant. These indi­ viduals will possess honesty, dependability, and a caring nature. We offer health insurance, vacation and illness benefits, and a fast-paced work environ­ ment. Earn your State Certificate to become a CENA, while being employed and receiving valu­ able experience! Classes begin July 14th and end July 29th. To apply, come to: LOSE WEIGHT- AMAZING METABOLISM BREAK­ THROUGH: Quick & Easy! FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service , 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair college athletic program, athletes from all over the Midwest will gather at Cornerstone College, in Grand Rapids, to hone their soccer skills, access recruiters and learn more about the college Tired of the same routine? Need stability in your career? Want to strengthen your skills? Then the answer is CMS. Correctional Medical Services, the nation’s leader in correction­ al healthcare, currently has an excellent part-time opportunity on the night shift for a LPN at the Calhoun County Jail in Battle Creek. CMS offers great salaries in a team atmosphere. Contact: Laurie Keller at 616-965-4277. Drug screening required. EOE EOE ledict a happy retirement... BIG tax savings Lynn Denton 1. A lifetime retirement retireme income. 2. Tax advantaged interest 3. Competitive rates.. 44. Guaranteed minimum rales 5. Guaranteed safety ofyour funds Count on a retirement plan from Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company of Michigan. Call today. 4695 Middleville Rd., M-37 Middleville 49333 Phone 1-800-443-5253 MAKING YOUR FUTURE PREDICTABLE O FARM BUREAU V. INSURANCE www,farmbureauinsurance-mi,com IWHISAIT �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, July 6,1999 - Page 6 Local kids enjoy ‘outdoor energy’ in Putnam Park These children enjoy being "sailors" aboard the ship, in Putnam Park. Kaylee Hoffman (left) and brother Christopher Hoffman enjoy the summer weather last Friday and play on the equipment at Putnam Park. Help Wanted HASTINGS CITY BANK' Bellevue Branch Teller NEEDED: ASSISTANT FEED MAN for large dairy farm. Apply in person at 10457 Freeport Ave., Freeport. Qualified applicants will have strong math and communication skills, be detail orientated and pre­ sent a professional appearance. Previous teller expe­ rience is desired, but will train qualified candidate. Real Estate HOME FOR SALE BY OWNER IN NASHVILLE: Newly remodeled 3 possibly 4 bedroom, 1 bath, main floor laun­ dry, on large fenced lot, $80,000. 517-852-2143.______________ Full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate and offers an excellent benefit package including Profit Sharing and 401K. 3 ACRE BUILDING SITE, Apply at the Personnel Office $22,900, walkout site with ex­ cellent view, land contract terms available, approximately 5 miles north and 1 mileeastof Hastings; several 8 acre parcels also, from $29,900 to $33,900, days 616­ 891-8982, evenings 616-891­ 1693 or 616-891-8457. Hastings City Bank 150 W. Court Street Hastings, MI 49058 M/F E.O.E. . * Borne Pr<^e!ctS^ fl i Putnam Park is a great place to let children release their "outdoor energy" this summer, Sharon Locke brought her grandchildren Jennica (left) and Jaryn Snell to the park to play because they had spent the day before indoors because of the weather. Barry County Extension Office i ________ ciiAiiman Guardian ‘ Fiberglass Insulation CALENDER OF EVENTS HIT* Celotex J.] insulation Tonic no omnec.to ^uahty. Andersen. July 5-9 July 6 Plywood Lumber oak Pine Molding use ? Drywall Armstrong Ceiling Tile Hand & Power Tools Paints ROOfS Dry Mix Crete & Supply July 6 July 7 July 10 July 13 July 14 July 17 Wolverine Technologies July 17 Time for New Siding? Marque-Une Iooor SYSTEMS Pre-Hung Steel Doors HOMETOWN J Michigan State University Extension programs and mate­ rials are open to all without regard to race, color, national ori­ gin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. LUMBER YARD 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 July 17 The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. “Innovation, is our most valuable asset" Dairy Days MSU. Fair Superintendents Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting Expo Center. 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee Meet­ ing, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Caprine Classic at MSU. 4-H Beef Carcass Live Evaluation, 7 p.m., Fair­ grounds. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Horse Arena, Expo Center. Non-Livestock Judging Day, 9 a.m., Expo Cen­ ter. Beef Carcass Evaluation, 9 a.m., Geukes Meat Market. 4-H Dog Judging, 9 a.m., Show Arena Fair­ grounds. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM, GL 0621 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 6,1999 - Page 8 Callton receives MASB Award of Merit by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley Board of Education President Michael Callton was recently recongnized by Superintendent Clark Volz for receiving an Award of Merit by the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB). This is the first time a Maple Valley board member sues, we have a board unity and a great vision for the fu­ ture of the school district" Callton said he has heard positive comments that Maple Valley Schools are moving forward, and he be­ lieves this is not by chance. "This is the work of in­ formed people working to­ gether for the common good of the district." "A lot of districts have lost lots of students to 'Schools of Choice' and charter schools," said Call­ ton, "but Maple Valley has flourished in this more competitive environment. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 28/July 13,1999 Council wants direction on water system, project priorities by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Fleis and Vandenbrink engineer Don DeVries was on hand at last week's Nashville Village Council meeting to answer questions regarding financing the vil­ lage's water system master plan. With the presentation last month of the village's water system master plan, council members are now faced with financing. They must decide which projects are priorities and how much work they want to do. Also affecting these deci­ sions is the Reed Street pro­ ject which will begin next year. The council has dis­ cussed delaying it a year. With the street already being torn up with that project, council members believe it would be an opportune time to do water work in the area. This would eliminate tear­ ing the area twice and keep costs lower. DeVries presented the im­ provements in three cate­ gories- estimates of what could be accomplished by spending $1 million or $2 million or $3 million. He also talked about the financ­ ing at each of these levels. By spending around $1 million, priority projects would be a booster station Vermontville residents concerned about drinking, drugs at local park Residents living above the Vermontville hardware store attended the Ver­ montville Village Council meeting last Thursday to re­ port illegal activity taking place in the park across the street. The residents stated that kids, both of age and under­ age, are drinking alcohol and using drugs in the park at night. They said the kids leave their broken beer bottles in the area of the park where children play. The residents said that they have called the Eaton County Sheriffs- Depart­ ment and were told to take the problem to the village council. Council said that the Sheriff would be invited to attend the Aug. 5 council meeting to discuss what can be done to keep the alcohol and drugs out ofthe park. In other business, at the meeting, the council: • Heard from Don McN­ abb of Landmark Technolo­ gies who reported that they are withdrawing the restric­ tion on the commercial property on the corner of East First and South Main. Jerry Kent, property owner, and his insurance company See concerned residents, pg. 2 Engineer Don DeVries, from Fleis and Vandenbrink, goes over Nashville's options concerning the water system master plan at last week's council meeting. for better water pressure north of the Thornapple River and new water mains down Brumm, Main, and Philadelphia Streets; plus new water mains from Casgrove, south on M-66 to the village limits. Included in the $1 million would be piping changesincreasing size- at the iron removal plant. And an im­ portant part of the project would be purchasing a standby power unit for the water system. Currently the water system shares a gener­ ator with the Waste Water Treatment Plant. "The DEQ (Department of Environmental Quality) and I would strongly agree that an additional generator is needed," said DeVries. At a level of spending $2 million, the village would See water system, pg. 2 Revue’s ‘Charlie Brown’ opens by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Revue opened it's show, "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown," based on the cartoon musical this past weekend. Audiences loved the performance, according to Director Bill Reynolds. The show continues this weekend. The cast includes Liz Stanton, Matt Knoll, An­ drea Mace, Jared Volz, Dan Favre and Kim Knoll. All cast members are high school or college age. Be­ hind the scenes are Doug Acker, Betsy Parrish, Al Lentz and Becky Gurensey. "This show is great for all ages," said Reynolds. "It is full of color and special effects. The show moves at a real fast pace, which is different from what we have done before." The show follows the ad- Director Bill Reynolds promises plenty of action including this baseball scene in the upcoming show at the Opera House in Vermontville. "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown," based on the cartoon musical opened last weekend and will have show times this weekend. Here, Charlie Brown and some of his friends write a book report for school. ventures of Charlie Brown and friends. "This is full of action with a lot of fun music. The show is also very funny," he said. Show times are set for July 16 and 17 at 7 p.m. and on July 18 at 2 p.m. at the Vermontville Opera House. For advance tickets call (616) 367-4455. Cost is adults $8, senior citizens $7, and children 12 and un­ der $5. In This Issue • Officer Hanson gets full-time post, pay increase, award • Grant declined for new Nashville Library ■ Star Wars books raffle to benefit Vermontville Library. ■U.S. offers more freedom to Japanese exchange student �Che Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 13,1999 - Page 2 Water system, continued from front page see more water mains re­ placed, in addition to the improvements above. At $3 million, the village would get more water mains and iron removal at Well 3. Village President Dennis Mapes asked why the iron removal system was consid­ ered a lower priority. DeVries explained that when the village applied for grants for the improve­ ments, this project would be considered an aesthetic im­ provement and not terribly important. "Ifyou ask residents, they would not agree," DeVries said, "because they deal with the laundry stains and sink stains everyday, but they do not give the iron removal priority over other things." DeVries noted, however, that ifthe village were to go through conventional fi­ nancing the village could do whatever projects it chose. DeVries explained the main four ways to finance the project. With conven- “If we wait five or ten years we are going to be behind the eight ball. My personal feel­ ing is I’d like to put some money into the water project and water pressure -1 think our water system needs attention.” - Council member Steve Wheeler tional financing, the village would take out a 20-year loan at approximately 6 per­ cent interest. At the $1 mil­ lion level, monthly cost to the customer (resident using the water) would be $9.08. At $2 million, $18.16, and at $3 million, $27.25. Another method of financ­ ing would be the Drinking Water Revolving Fund (DWRF) which would offer the loan at 2.5 percent inter­ est, which would come to $6.68, $13.36 pt $20.05 to the customer, depending on the amount borrowed. Save money with our multi'policy discount! 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To apply for the grants, the village would need a project plan, and this would cost in the. ballpark of $20,000, DeVries said. "We need to get the ideas rolling and then get the pub­ lic involved - we need a public hearing. We hired the engineer and now we have a water master plan and now we need direction," said Di­ rector of Public Works Scott Decker. "If we wait five or 10 years we are going to be be­ hind the eight ball," said Council member Steve Wheeler. "My personal feel­ ing is I'd like to put some will not be any restrictions on the property. Council members approved Land­ mark Technologies to han­ dle the clean-up. • Heard from Ed Atherton who presented a plan for a site condominium to be de­ veloped on a six-acre parcel on Allegan Road. He has re­ quested water and sewer for 17 home sites and will need to construct a road to the site. He explained the site con­ dominium concept with the assistance of Assessor Bill Crittenden. Antherton will meet with council members this week when Village President Sue Villanueva can be present. tyive A ‘Tt'LerKMiaf, @<wtya Oct A gift: to the Barry Community Foun­ dation is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more infor­ mation on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. SEALY POSTURPEDIC KING SIZE mattress set. Still Tkt'No UMunfbo/A* in plastic, cost $1',200. Sacrifice $250. 1-517-541-8132. TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580. HOTEL FURNITURE BUY OUT: Desk, lamps, chest of drawers, night stands (solid cherry) $10-$50. Hurry! Dennis Distributing, 401 N. Chochran, Charlotte, 1-517-541-1109. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ....... 11a.m. Evening Worship..... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....... ........7 p.m. I PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 p.m. BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11a.m. P.M. Worship........... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ............................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10a Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship ..................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship..................8 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School A.M. Service P.M. Service Wed. Service .......... 9:45a 11 a 7p 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday School W.orship 10 a.m. 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ...............9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTOR 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service..........7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service .......... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, July 13, 1999 - Page 3 Office Hanson gets full time post, pay increase,award by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Nashville Police Officer Chris Hanson received a let­ ter of commendation, a raise, and a full time posi­ tion in the village at last Thursday's Village Council meeting. Hanson received the award for his exceptional work on recent police cases and his enthusiasm for the job, said Acting Pobce Chief Gary Barries. Hanson, who previously had been with Lake Odessa's Police Department has been with the department a little over a month, but has been doing a great job in the short time he has been with the village, said Barnes. "Since he has been here he has blown me away,", said Barnes. "He is a leader, not a follower, and has taken the initiative to make improvements in the de­ partment. He has made my job a lot easier, that’s for sure." Later in the meeting, the council accepted the resigna­ tion of full time officer Jeremy Shaffer who accepted employment with the Hast­ ings City Police Depart­ ment. Shaffer was hired into the Nashville department Octo­ ber 27, 1998. His resigna­ tion is effective July 12. "We are sorry to see him go," said Barnes. "He is a good officer." Barnes then recommended Officer Hanson, who is a part time officer, be moved to fill the full time vacancy. Barnes also asked for a pay rate of $12.50 per hour for Hanson for the position. The council approved. After the meeting, Barnes said the decision to offer Hanson the full time posi­ tion was a hard one, as he was considering Officer Tammy Angus for the posi­ tion as well. "It was a very hard deci­ sion. I hadn't made up my mind until I just walked in the meeting," Barnes said. "She (Angus) is doing an Acting Police Chief Gary Barnes presents Officer Chris Hanson with a letter of commendation.. extremely good job Grant declined for new Nashville library by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council declined to accept the $65,000 donation from the Fuller Trust Fund to be used to build a new library in the village. The village had been ex­ ploring the donation for several meetings. The dona­ tion required that the funds be used to build a new li­ brary. 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The bell will be used for "touchdown recogni­ tion." • Heard from Mapes, who attended a settlement session concerning the Transfer Re­ cycle Station litigation. The village, and the townships of Castleton and Maple Grove are suing the Michigan Township Partic­ ipating Plan for breach of contract. They are trying to recoup money spent to fend off a 1993 lawsuit. They be­ lieve these costs should have been paid by the risk pool company (MTTP). Mapes said the session went poorly. "The meeting was not very productive," he said. "I feel they did not show up planning to settle." Mapes said the three mu- CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE &i nicipalities are looking to recoup more than $400,000. "We knew it was unlikely to get that," he said . "Both sides put in their bottom dollar, but we were so far apart." Mapes said they offered to give the three municipalities $50,000 - split three ways. "I feel that $50,000 is in­ sulting," said Mapes. He also said they did not want to negotiate, and litigation will continue. • Learned from Mapes that when he had met with the Library Board concerning the Fuller Trust Fund dona­ tion, repairs to the library Were also discussed. Mapes said needed library repairs include a rotting post, work on the porch, paint for the back of the building and work on the chimney and bricks. A tentative idea of putting an addition onto the library that would house the village office and meeting room also was discusped, he said. "It would have benefits for both us and the library," also...I'm sure the next full time position will go to her.'! Barnes also said he was happy to see the council ap­ prove a pay rate that equaled Hanson's previous experi- said Mapes, who talked about how the current vil­ lage office was "falling into the basement. "We have lost records in the basement due to the wa­ ter leaking, and pipes break­ ing," he said. "It's just an idea but it would be nice to know how people feel about it." ence. "I would definitely like to thank the council for having the foresight to recognize at­ tributes and experience and raise pay accordingly," said Barnes. Very nice 3 bedroom home in quiet village. Home fea­ tures large kitchen, 2 car garage, freshly painted, roof reshingled in '98. Seller very motivated, priced to sell, won't last long! Lawn & Garden Call Teresa at 543-0920 or 726-0224 WATER GARDENING Wa­ ter Lilies and Lotus, Aquatic plants, Goldfish and Koi, liners, pumps, filters. Apol’s Landscap­ ing Co. 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia. 616-698-1030 2 | Attention Maple Valley Graduates and Members of the Class of 1994: | A five year class reunion will be held on August 7th at 6:00 pm in Nashville at the Mulberry Golf Course Community Notice HOME OWNERS’ Credit problems? We can help! 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She is the first Japanese exchange student to be housed in Barry County un­ der the auspices of the Labo/4-H High School Ex­ change Program. Labo pro­ vides Japanese high school students the opportunity to live with American families and attend an American high school for one academic year, while becoming in­ volved in 4-H and commu­ nity activities. It also gives Japanese stu­ dents a chance to come to the states for a month in the summer to experience the daily life of Americans and learn about the country's customs. Nemoto first became in­ volved with Labo through its summer program. She visited a family in Illinois for a month four years ago. Though her command of English was very limited at that time, she said, she had a good time and decided she wanted to come back and learn more about the cul­ ture. When she arrived for her year-long stay, she again struggled with the language and had to adjust to differ­ ences in culture. 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After that, Shirley said, Nemoto did "marvelously." "She was very popular in school," Jim said. The school counselor in charge of exchange students, Ward Rooks, told the Molloys that Nemoto was "the first exchange student the school's had who cpuld probably be elected senior (class) president" High schoolstudents wel­ comed Nemoto With opefa arms, the Molloys said, and included her in many of their activities. She went to homecoming, the prom, the senior trip to Washington, D.C., to Toronto to see "The Phantom of the Opera" and made a trip to Stratford to see "Midsummer Night's Dream." She joined .the high school band, playing the clarinet, an instrument she had not played since elemen­ tary school. She learned to march in the band for the first time. She participated in the school musical, "South Pacific." She won awards from the school for good citizenship and perfect attendance. She was made an honorary member of the National Honor Society, and listened as society members played the Japanese national an­ them especially for her. The weeks prior to her departure — she left to re­ turn to Japan last Satur­ day— she was "going con­ stantly," Jim said, bowling, playing miniature golf, swimming and attending graduation open- houses. The Japanese don't have graduation open houses, Nemoto said. They also don't have graduation gowns. The sport of football is also not found at her high school, Nemoto said. She especially enjoyed a powder puff football game at Maple Valley in which several boys put on cheerleading outfits and cheered on the girls. There are many other dif­ ferences between the two countries, she said. At her high school, all the students wear uniforms. She has mixed feelings about the wearing of uniforms, she said. "I like the uniform be­ cause (here) I need to think about what I'm (going to) wear in the morning. But I like it here because I can wear what I want" That in­ cludes being able to wear jewelry, she said — some­ thing forbidden at her school. Nemoto likes jewelry — she has eight pierced earrings on one ear and four on the other. In Japan, she said, she has to remove the earrings before going to school and put them on when she comes home. Ear Continued next page Lovely farm house in quiet country loca­ tion. Home features, master-suite, cerffral air, fireplace, new roof, new well and much more, all on 3 acres with more land available. Call Teresa at 543-0920 or 726-0224 VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 S. Main Street,Vermontville 5l7-7ie-H>| Hours: Mon. - Sat. 8 am-8 pm; Sun. 10 am-5 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 13, 1999 - Page 7 From previous page piercing is big among the youth in Japan, she said, but the first time she came home with a pierced ear, "my mom was so mad." Now, however, her mother "doesn't care any more." Jim said Nemoto's family is less strict than some Japanese families, though Nemoto experiences more freedom here than in her na­ tive country. For example, dating is easier here. In Japan, "sometimes girls hide the fact that they have a boyfriend," Nemoto said. Japanese teens also aren't allowed to drive until they're 18. "In Japan it's more school-oriented," Jim ex­ plained. Japanese also don't cele­ brate Christmas the same way as Americans, Nemoto said. "In the United States everybody gives everybody else presents," she said. "In Japan, only the kids get pre­ sents." Halloween isn't celebrated at all, so she was able for the first time this past fall to dress up and go trick or treating. One holiday she does en­ joy more in Japan is New Year's Day, she said. The first day of the new year is thought to be very impor­ tant in Japan, she said, so there are many celebrations. Boys' Day and Girls'^Day, two other Japanese special Occasions, honor the two genders with special activi­ ties and are also fun, she said. Japan might also have kept one tradition that Americans miss — filling station attendants pumping customers' gas. Nemoto's parents work at a gas station owned by Nemoto's grand­ parents. "People stop in there all the time" to see her family, she said. "We're well-known in the commu­ nity." Nemoto has a 15-year-old sister, Masayo, and planned to take her one ofNemoto's favorite parts of American culture Skittles and Starburst, two candies that are not available in her city, she said. Japanese people eat a lot of fish and rice, she said, and admittedly, calorie­ laden American food has caused her to put on weight. Some of the fare she ate while here was really different, she said. "I ate deer and pigeon here for the first time." The climate where she lives is milder than here, she said, so she also had to get used to more snow. Because ofher experiences here, Shirley said, Nemoto has changed, and may be experiencing reverse culture shock at home now. "She's not the same Sayaka who left home a year ago." However, Nemoto will be able to share a broader knowledge of‘the world and American culture with those at home, according to Kathy Walters Surratt, Barry County 4-H youth agent. "I've found that in other countries people think Americans are like what they see on American tele- BARRY vision," she said. In Japan, Shirley said, "they think of (Americans) as like (the show) 90210." Conversely, Shirley said, "our kids are very unedu­ cated about other countries." "We're not very diverse here," Surratt said, "so I think it's important to have exchange students to help our students understand dif­ ferent cultures." Also learning a lot were the Molloys, they said. They asked Nemoto many questions while she was here. The couple, who have no children of their own, have been taking in exchange students for many years, they said. They first became interested in hosting foreign students through an acquain­ tance at their church who knew of an exchange pro­ gram looking for host fami­ lies. Thus far they've hosted students from Spain, Ger­ many, Paraguay, Romania and Japan. "It's fun," Jim said, al­ though parting is sweet sor­ row. "You get very close to them. It's hard to let them go." Nemoto is "a really neat kid" who became "part of the family," he said, However, the Molloys may be able to see Nemoto soon. She is trying to come back to Nashville to live with a friend and spend her senior year at Maple Valley. Surratt said the Labo pro­ gram needs more host fami­ lies. Anyone interested can call her at 948-4862. Star Wars book raffle will benefit library Vermontville library patron Amanda Forest stands next to the StarWars books that will be raffled of to benefit the library. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer , If you are a Star Wars fanatic, or even just a fan, be sure not to miss buying raffle tickets for two signed Star Wars books at the Vermontville Library. The two books are "Star Wars: The Visual Dictionary," and "Ultimate Guide to Characters and Creatures." They are both signed by the author and are also signed by various actors who have starred in the past and present movie. The - most famous 147 th ANNOAl QQIJUTY signature is from Kenny Baker, who played R2-D2, the robot in the movies. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5 and are available at the library. The money raised will be used to update the library's loan program, the rewiring needed and possibly a new work station. 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He helped to charter three Farm Bureau Discussion Groups in Eaton County, was an adult advisor in 4-H, F.F.A. and Young People of West Benton Church. He and his family are originators of the new West Benton Church. Amos was a prominent Maple Syrup Maker since 1958 and a member of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Corporation and held membership in the Michigan and International Maple Syrup Associations. He took an active part in building the Maple Leaf Bam and the new permanent stage on Main Street in Vermontville. He and his wife have been in charge of the Corporation’s booth at the Michigan State Fair for many years. Amos and his wife joined National Campers and Hikers in 1970 to help with the National Campvention at Irish Hills and were very active in the Local Chapter, Charlotteers #80 Camping Club. ’ They had just returned from an outing at Lake City. He was also an active member of Jackson Steelheaders Fishing Club and rarely missed a meeting. 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Mrs. Bland was also preceded in death by three sisters: Rosemary Geraldine VanAlstine, Kennedy, & Edna White; brothers: Charles Stahelin and James Stahelin. She is survived by daughter: Claudia (Tim) Hyatt of Nashville; sons: Robert (Kay) Reynolds of Madison, Tennessee, & John (Mary) Reynolds of Nashville, Tennessee; 9 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; sisters: Roberta Howard of Monroe, & Jean (Jack) Bowen of Lansing; brothers: Robert (Dory) Stahelin of Lansing, & Donald Stahelin of Lansing. Funeral Services were held Thursday, July 8, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Chaplain Richard Genther officiated. Burial was at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial donations may be made to the C. Doris Bland Memorial Fund. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Funeral Chapel in Nashville. Ida V. Strodtbeck NASHVILLE MrS. Ida V. Strodtbeck, age 84, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, July 1, 1999 at Pennock Hospital, Mrs. Strodtbeck was born on March 4, 1915 in Assyria Township, Barty County, the daughter of Henry & Abbie (Day) Pitt. She was raised in the Lacey area ofBarry County and attended the Eagle School. Mrs. Strodtbeck married Arthur J. Strodtbeck on September 29, 1934 and he preceded her in death on January 29, 1995. Mrs. Strodtbeck was a homemaker, living all her married life ’in the ' NashVilte/Hastings areas. William “Bill” NASHVlliLE - Mr. William “Bill” A. Wallace, age 84, of Nashville, passed away Friday, July 2, 1999 at his residence. He was bom July 15, 1914 in Hastings Township, the son of Earl and Blanche (Rogers) Wallace. Mr. Wallace attended country schools and Battle Creek Schools and Nashville High School. He married Marguerite Snow on October 25, 1941 in Nashville. In his younger days he worked for the C.C.C. in the Upper Peninsula and at a Limestone Quarry. Bill was in the National Guard for a short time, and worked at the Hastings Piston Ring Company, the Standard Stamping Company in Nashville and retired from the Lake Odessa Machine Products. Bill enjoyed farming, fishing, and playing the guitar for dances. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Zennie and a sister, Mary. Mr. Wallace is survived by his wife, Marguerite; sons, Rodney (Karen) Wallace of Hastings, Frederick (Cheryl) Wallace of Lake Odessa; daughter, Shirley (David) Rozelle of She enjoyed doing needlework. Mrs. Strodtbeck was also preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Ortha, Floyd & Oral Pitt; sistejrs, Martha Traphagen, Athel ’ ©aster, Mildred Kellum & Thela Walters. Mrs. Strodtbeck is survived by her daughter, Gladys (Robert) Gillett of Hastings; son, Gordon (Betty) Strodtbeck of Nashville; five grandchildren, Gail (Kohn) Salaz, Robert Gillett, II, Judy (Larry) Wanks, Gaylord (Kathy) Strodtbeck, and Gerald Strodtbeck; six great grandchildren, Jason Gillett, Patricia Headley, Pam (Eric) Knapp, Rebecca Wanks, Charles Strodtbeck, and Mikayla Strodtbeck; one great great grandchild, Christopher Frame. Respecting her wishes, private family services will be conducted with the Reverend Dr. Michael J. Anton officiating. Burial will be at Woodland Memorial Park, Woodland Township, Barry County. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville Fire or Ambulance Departments. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home, Hastings. A. Lansing; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren. Graveside Services for Mr. Wallace were held Tuesday, July 6, 1999 at the Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Chaplain ---Richard Genther officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Bert M. Collum CHARLOTTE Mr. Bert M. Collum, age 68, of Charlotte, and formerly of Monroe, passed away Thursday, July 8, 1999 in Nashville. Mr. Collum was bom July 11, 1930 in LaSalle, Michigan, the son of Matt & Leona (Thompson) Collum. He attended Monroe Schools and served in the Army during the Korean War. Mr. Collum, was a groundskeeper for the State Of Michigan Parks. He was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. and served on the National Drill Team for the VFW Honor Guard, winning many awards. He was an excellent artist and enjoyed playing practical jokes. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Collum is survived by his son, Daniel (Sue) Norris of Nashville; daughters, Gloria (Randy) Rolfe of Charlotte and Christy (Greg) Wendorff of Nashville; nine grandchildren; five great grandchildren; brothers, Harry (Alma) Collum Sr. of Monroe and Allen (Nina) Collum of Monroe; also many nieces and nephews. Funeral Services for Mr. Collum were held Saturday, July 10, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Chaplain Richard Genther officiated, and Military Honors by the VFW Post #8260, Nashville. Cremation followed. Memorial contributions may be made to the VFW National Children’s Home. Call 945-9554 for ACr/O/V-Ads! �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. July 13; 1999 — Page 9 Donald R. Allen-----------------BELLEVUE - Mr. Donald R. Allen, age 76, of Bellevue, passed away Saturday, July 3, 1999 at Battle Creek Health System. Mr. Allen was bom October 8, 1922 in Jackson, the son of Earl & Mabel (Raser) Allen. 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Cyclists to raise funds for Rails to Trails by Patricia Johns Staff Writer More than 775 riders have pre-registered for the Michi­ gander Bicycle Ride which begins in Midland on July 18. The cyclists arrive in Middleville to stay overnight on Wednesday, July 21. On Thursday, they will leave for Kalamazoo with their ultimate destination South Haven. Cyclists will ride dis­ tances between 35 and 62 miles each day and will take advantage of 10 Rail to Trail pathways including Kent Trails, the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail and the Kai-Haven trail. The Michigander is a fund-raiser for the Michigan Rails to Trails Conser­ vancy. Funds raised are used for grants to trail associa­ tions throughout the state. The Thomapple Trail Asso­ ciation has applied for and received $4,000 for trail re­ lated improvements in the past. 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James enjoyed visiting with people, and took great pride in meeting people when he traveled, especially his trip to England and Scotland and then to Germany and the Netherlands with the Lakewood High School Band. He enjoyed being with his grandchildren, many of whom'lie taught to "’drive and shared with them his Lary Dean Matson NASHVILLE Lary Dean Matson, age 63, of Nashville, passed away July 11, 1999 at Spectrum Health-Downtown Campus, Grand Rapids. Lary was born on April 19, 1936 in Athens, the son of John and Saphrona (Leilous) Matson. He grew up in the Dowling area and attended Hastings schools. Lary served in the Marines during the Korean War. He married Lucy Southworth on November 1, 1968 in Charlotte. Lary enjoyed woodworking. He was preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers; and 1 sister. Lary is survived by his wife, Lucy; 5 children; 10 grandchildren; brothers, Hewitt and Clayton Matson both of Union City; sisters, Margaret Greenfield of Hastings, and Shirley Lance of Tekonsha. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by the Maple Vally Chapel in Nashville. love of fishing. James was a member for many years of the Mid­ Forest Hunting and Fishing Lodge near Houghton Lake, and also a member of the Mason’s and the Lakewood United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Marilyn, of 52 years. James is survived by his children, Kathleen (Marvin) Hengesbach, Nancy -(Larry) Brown, Lynn (Valerie) Van Bufen, Carol (Tony) Santini, and David (Denise) Van Buren; 15 grandchildren; 2 step­ grandchildren; and 3 great­ grandchildren; 2 sisters, Helen M. Garvey CHARLOTTE - Mrs. Helen M. Garvey, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away July 9, 1999. 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William; daughters Linda (Jack) Brockhaus of Holt, Barbara Garvey of Okemos; son James (Ann) Garvey of Charlotte; grandchildren Kara Brockhaus, Jennifer (Kevin) Doty, Earle Crosswait; great­ grandchildren Nicholas, Jacob, Patrick and Daniel Doty. Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, July 13, 1999 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Charlotte with Father Thomas Nenneau officiating. Interment will be in Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hayes Green Beach Hospital Auxiliary. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte Wilson hopes to add another gold medal around her neck at the AAU National Junior Olympics in August. Wilson takes home gold Becky Wilson, a Maple Valley High School student, recently traveled to West, Virginia, to compete in the Region VI AAU Regional track meet. Battling the hot and humid temperatures, Wilson vaulted over nine feet to top the six state field. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM, GL 0628 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, July 13,1999 - Page 12 Fresh Fruit Treats Are Simply “Peachy” Pioneer descendants to be honored The 1999 Senior Citizens Day at the Fair will honor families of descendants who can trace their Eaton County roots to the 18th century especially those directly involved with the settlement of Eaton County. An effort has been made to collect sto­ ries of those involved in the establishment of the cities, villages, churches, culture, M-66 Tire o hooper k-TIBES^ • Tune Ups • Oil Changes • Mechanic on Duty* Struts • Shocks • Brakes • Mufflers • Batteries Coming Soon... Clear Choice Auto Glass: Auto, Home & Screens —_ g M 616-374-1200 7775 Sadde Bag Lake Rd , M-66, Lake Odessa. MJ 48849 " or significant landmarks in the county. Wednesday, July 14, at the Eaton County Fair will be packed with fun activities from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Events this year will feature those fabulous years gone by, blending music and his­ tory into an interesting stroll down memory lane; story telling (with an historical Eaton County slant) and the big-band sounds. Our awards assembly will honor families of the area who con­ tributed to making Eaton County a great place to live and raise a family. Positions Available MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Child Care Program Director & Before/After School Program Director Both positions require CDA or minimum of 60 semester hrs. includ­ ing 12 hrs. of Child Psych/Child Development/Early Childhood Ed. Experience preferred. Competitive salary and benefits based on back­ ground and experience. Teacher Assistants for Child Care & Before/After School Program Qualifications: High school graduate, patience and ability to work successfully with young children. Send letter of application, resume & references to: Clark Volz, Superintendent, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096. Phone (517) 852-9699. (NAPS)—The sun is high and temperatures are climbing. What better way to cool your sweet tooth than with the refreshing taste offresh peaches and nectarines? These popular stone fruits have long and colorful histories. China first grew the peach, or “tao,” over 2,500 years ago, revering the fruit as a symbol oflongevity and immortality. Nectarines are derived from the Greek “nekter,” meaning sweet liquid. Readily available through­ out summer, these versatile delights taste even better when combined with the sweet flavor of real whipped cream. Add fun to your summer with these recipes from Reddi-wip real whipped cream: Peachy Keen Pie 3 -oz. package apricotflavored gelatin 1 cup boiling water Vi cup apricot preserves 8 -oz. softened cream cheese 3 Tbsp, sugar 1 Tbsp, milk tsp. vanilla % tsp. ground nutmeg 3 medium peaches, peeled, pitted, thinly sliced (3 cups) lA cup sugar 1 baked 9” pastry shell, cooled Reddi-wip whipped cream Dissolve gelatin in boil­ ing water; cool slightly. Stir in preserves. Chill until partially set. In small bowl, combine next 5.ingredients; set aside. Toss peaches with remaining Vi cup sugar. Spread cream cheese mix­ ture in bottom of pastry shelL Arrange peach slices over cream cheese. Spoon partially set gelatin mix- Fresh Fruit Tips From Reddi-wip Whipped Cream Cool off with Peachy Keen Pie from Reddi-wip*. tore over peaches. Cover and chill at least 4 hours. Before serving, top with Reddi-wip. Makes 8-10 servings. Nectarine Biscuit Wedges With Vanilla • Sauce 8 -oz. package biscuit mix 2 tsp. vanilla 2 tsp. sugar lA cup water 3 Tbsp, sugar 2 tsp. vanilla 3 cups coarsely chopped nectarines (other fresh fruit is optional) Reddi-wip whipped cream Prepare biscuit dough according to package directions for rolled bis­ cuits, adding 2 tsp. vanilla to water called for on package. Pat dough into a 6-inch circle; cut into 6 wedges. Place wedges on baking sheet. Moisten tops with a little water; sprinkle with 2 tsp. sugar. Bake according to pack­ age directions. In small saucepan, com­ bine % cup water and 3 Tbsp, sugar. Bring to boil­ ing; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in remaining 2 tsp. vanilla. Cool slightly. Pour Peaches: Available much of the year; domestic peak season late April through October. Homegrown peaches avail­ able July through September and earlier in California and southern states. Select fruit with a creamy or yellow color and sweet fra­ grance. Red blush indicates variety, not ripeness. Nectarines: Available much of the year, with peak season May through September. Homegrown fruits available July through September. Nectarine is not a cross between a peach and plum or a fuzzless peach. Flavor is similar to a peach, but richer syrup mixture over fruit; toss gently to coat. To serve, split warm bis­ cuit wedges in half hori­ zontally. Place bottom halves on 6 plates. Spoon some nectarine fruit mix­ ture and syrup over each portion; add Reddi-wip. Cover with tops. Spoon remaining fruit and syrup mixture over; top with additional Reddi-wip. Serves 6. These and other “delicious fruit dishes” are featured ill the Fifty Fruit Salute Recipe Booklet from Reddi-wip. For a copy, print your name, address and zip code on an 8”x5” card. Send the card, along with a check for $1.50 for postage and handling, to: 50 Fruit Salute Recipe Collection, P.O. Box 806, Dept. 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CHURCH ST Ml AQnss.u >3 BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID new s Hastings, MI 49058 Pennit No. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 29/July 20, 1999 ‘Snakes’ in Putnam library By Nick Kacher StaffWriter Should someone tell these children that snakes aren’t usually a mixture of green, pink, yellow, and blue? Snakes in the library sounds bad, but when the snakes are multi-colored and made out of paper, it’s not so bad. Last Wednesday nearly 30 kids showed up at the Putnam -library to watch a film and create snake crafts. The film was a National Geographies presentation on Aborigines. It was an educational video that described the Aborigines’ way of life. To go along with the video, the kids cut out paper snakes, colored them, and hung them on strings. In the end, there were pink snakes, blue snakes, rainbow snakes, almost any color snake one could imagine. This week, weather ggg snakes page 2 ’ H 6 All the crayons, scissors, and paper strewn about can only mean one thing; it is craft time! Nashville man glad to be back after Kosovo-related duty by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The first thing Ken Wood did when he returned to the states, after being stationed in Italy because of the tragedies in Kosovo; was hug his wife Debbie. Ken's entire family couldn't be happier- they thought he might be gone for up to nine months, but he came' home after a month and a half. But, ask Ken and he will say it seemed much, much longer to be gone from his family. Ken, a Nashville resi­ dent, left May 16, and re­ turned a week ago last Thursday. He was stationed in Sicily, Italy. While he was gone, his wife kept the house and four growing boys together. "It was really hot," said Ken. "I was lucky to work the night shift." He was very busy, espe­ cially when he first arrived, he said. "When we first got there, we were putting in 18-hour days. We actually had to take three guard units and integrate them into an active base in 11 days. That is, we got called up, we had to set up a base, and have the ac­ tual bombs dropped in 11 days." Usually, Ken said, a guard unit will interact with an existing active duty unit. Ken worked as an ammuni- Ken Wood and his family are glad he is back in the States after serving in the war with Kosovo. Back row, left, Ken, Debbie, and Stephen. Middle row, Francine Grider, and Ryan. Front row, Timnjy and Jason. “I had no idea it would be over so soon. I’m quite glad to be able to spend some summer with the kids, and of course, there’s football season, which I didn’t want to miss.” - Ken Wood tion technician. "A lot of people thought we couldn't get a base up and running that quick. We all worked really well to­ gether- so well that if a sit­ uation like this comes up again the same people might work together." He said that the experi­ ence brought everyone on the base closer than would ordinary circumstances. When they heard that they would be going home there was a big celebration. "We pooled all our food together and had a celebra­ tion potluck - we called it the last supper," he said laughing. Ken said he could best describe Sicily as, "All brown, with mountains, olive trees and grapes. He said the people of Sicily were very friendly. Ken said that when the cease fire was announced he had some free time. "We all went to see the Greek ruins, and I did get to go to the beach, but mostly on the time off I was bored and thinking of my family." Ken said he was very happy the war ended so soon. While there, he had to eat MRTs- premade ready-toeat meals and wash his laundry by hand. "I had no idea it would be over so soon. I'm quite glad to be able to spend some summer with the kids, and, of course, there's football season, which I didn't want to miss." Both Ken and Debbie are very active with their chil­ dren in various sports in Nashville. Ken also coaches, and both agree sports are where they spend quality time with the kids. Ken said he will also re­ sume his position on the Nashville Fire Department. Ken said Debbie is just happy to be able to relax af­ ter working full time, run­ ning the kids to various practices and taking care of the house. "She did a really good job with everything while I was gone," he said. For a homecoming re­ union, the family went to Gull Lake on the 4th of July and went boating. They finished up the day watching fireworks in Battle Creek. "We are all happy to be reunited - it's great to be back," he said. Debbie agrees. In This Issue • Maple Valley School Board elects officers • Flemish lace gifts have special meaning • Convicted sex offender goes to prison • Nashville man sentenced on drug conviction �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday July 20 1999 - Page 2 James McKinley Williams Should someone tell these children that snakes aren't usually a mixtureOf green, pink, yellow, and blue? Snakes, from front page permitting, the library will be holding the Aussie the weather does not Olympics, where children cooperate, the children will will participate in a variety indoors making of events that come from be the land “Down Under.” Ifboomerangs. School Board elects officers by Nick Kacher Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education elected officers at its July 12 organizational meeting for the upcoming 1999-00 school year. Mike Callton has been re­ elected board president. Serving with him are Jerry Sessions, vice president; Al­ ison Avery, secretary; and Tim James, treasurer. Board member Wayne Curtis was named legisla­ tive representative to the Michigan Association of School Boards and represen­ tative to the Eaton County School Board Association. Avery also will serve as rep­ resentative for the Scholar­ ship Foundation Board of Directors. Callton, who will be starting his third year as School Board president, is looking forward to the up­ coming year and some of the changes that will be tak­ ing place. He is especially excited about reaping some of the fruit from the money they have pul into technol­ Business Services VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ WORK FROM HOME: Grow­ ing company needs help. Earn between $500-$ 1,200 part-ti me/ full-time. Fun, easy, will train. Call for free 14 page booklet. 616-248-7779. www.cash911 .com/byrbest. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS, windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. ogy“I hope to see, and think we will see, the availability of Internet classes. This will allow students to take a course that the school may not offer, over the Internet,” Callton said. “I also look forward to the development of a good school web-site, which is being worked on right now.” Another change that might be taking place in the year ahead deals with the curriculum. Callton explained, “I would like to see a transiING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 Garage Sale GARAGE SALES Fri & Sat, July 23-24, 8am-5pm at 187 Maple & 390 Elm St., Vermontville. Lots of miscella­ neous articles. tion to block scheduling. Block scheduling would mean longer classes, less days a week, with different courses integrated into the class.” In other business, at last week's meeting, the board: • Set 7 p.m. on the sec­ ond Monday of each month for regular meetings to be held in the Maple Valley High School Library. • Approved Hastings City Bank as the school's bank of deposit, Foote and Lloyd of Battle Creek as its audi­ tors and Thrun, Maatsch, and Nordberg, P.C. ofLans­ ing as its attorneys. • Accepted the resignation of staff member Robin Stark, a special education teacher. • Awarded J-Ad Graphics the photography account. • Supported a revision in the high school handbook to include a section on a “Responsible Thinking Center," which is intended to help students with prob­ lem solving skills. • Welcomed new board member David Favor. Save money with our multhpolicy discount! hen you insure your car and home or mobile home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money with their multi-policy discount! Mature policyholders can earn even greater savings. Contact our agency today! ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 7k£NofafasnfajA,* TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 ARIZONA - In honor of James McKinley Williams, known as “Will ie the Clown”, age 59, of Tuscon, Arizona, passed away in January 1999. Jim was raised in Nashville and lived in the Freeport area, then moved out west to Arizona with his wife, Brenda (Gronewold) and their three children, Jim Jr., of Freeport, Vickie Adcock of Tuscon, Arizona, and Pam Carter formerly from Hawaii and transitioning to Tennessee. Jim’s tribute to life was his love for people. He shared his laughter as “Willie the Clown” with the Shrine Circus, benefit parties, and, of course, birthdays.'" He dearly loved his hunting trips to Michigan and his camping trips to the mountains, especially with the family. Jim was a great father, friend, and my Soul Mate for 40-1/2 years. He was preceded in death by his father, Floyd Kenneth Williams; brothers, Ken and Jackie. Jim is survived by his mother, Geraldine from Tuscon, Arizona; brothers, Ed Hicks from North Carolina, Donald Williams from Virginia, and Richard (Dick) Williams of Arizona; and one sister, Martha Davis of Lake Odessa. Funeral services will be held, at the Nashville Cemetery on Sunday, August 1, 1999 at 2:00 P.M. a former member of the Masonic Lodge #255 of Nashville, and attended the Nashville Baptist Church. He drove a church bus for Maple Grove Bible Church where he taught Sunday School, and enjoyed farming, coon hunting, . pulling weeds, and collecting hats. Paul was preceded in death by a grandson, John Altoft; sisters, Rena Jackson and Tincy Reed; brother, Dugger Goforth. He is survived by his wife, Arlie; children, Delphia (Elgin) Totten of Nashville, Mary Ann (Wes) Erwin of Nashville, Lorraine (Lester) Altoft of Hastings, Paul (Mary) Goforth Jr. of Santa Maria, California, Joe (Gail) Goforth of Santa Maria, California, Kathy (Leo) Hine of Hastings, Thomas Goforth of Santa Maria, California, Bernice (Dan) Shilling of Olivet, Brenda Davis (Ron Armour) of Hastings; 26 grandchildren; 36 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; sisters, Zena Webster of Warsaw, Kentucky, and Garnet Vecosta of Mashby, Massachusetts. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, July 14, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville Reverend Lester DeGroot officiated. Burial was at Wilcox Cemetery in Nashville with full military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland Home or Alzheimers Association. Paul Goforth NASHVILLE Paul Goforth, age 83, of Nashville, passed away Sunday, July 11, 1999, at Fountainview Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Paul was born on August 15, 1915 in Cottonport, Tennessee, the son of Albert and Delphia (Boles) Goforth. He attended school in Decatur, Tennessee and served in the Army during World War II in Europe. Paul was married to Arlie Reneau in Angola, Indiana on December 17, 1937. He retired from Post Cereal Company after 27 years of service. Paul was a lifetime member of the VFW Post #8260 ofNashville, the 25 Year Club at Post Cereal, Woodland group to perform The Woodland Gospel Quartet will be in concert at 7 p.m. Sunday, July 25 at the Sunfield Church of the Brethren, at the corner of Sunfield Highway and St. Joe Road. The Woodland Gospel Quartet was organized in 1979. The original group consisted of a pastor and three members of his con­ gregation, all from Woodland. The group was formed to provide additional music in the local church for Sunday morning services. Soon they were receiving requests to sing for other occasions. They presently are singing throughout the State of Michigan and Indiana. They usually present the gospel through song between 40 Help 'Wanted AGRICULTURAL EQUIP­ MENT SALES: J.D. dealer in Hastings seeks a farm equipment sales person. Must have farm experience, excellent sales and marketing skills, an outgoing personality, and mechanical ap­ titude. Finance experience help­ ful. Contact Fillmore Equipment 616-945-9526, fax 616-945­ 5958._____________________ WANTED: Charlotte downtown business seeking a customer ser­ vice person. 40 hour work week. Send resume to: Ad # 662. c/o Reminder. P.O. Box 188. Hastings, MI 49058, and 50 times annually, at churches, campgrounds, nursing homes, retirement homes, etc. Their programs include old-style southern gospel songs as well as favorite hymns. The quartet presently con­ sists of four men, represent­ ing four different churches. The members include Ken Geiger, Lake Odessa, singing lead; Bob Lowell, Hastings, singing baritone; Glen Depew, Eaton Rapids; singing tenor; and Tom Schmidt, Fort Wayne, Ind., singing bass. They have recorded five albums, “We Sing Praises, “Thank You Lord,” “How Great Thou Art,” “Satisfied” and their newest release “Thanks to Him.” “Even though personnel has changed throughout the 19 years, one thing has remained constant, and that is, the profession that Jesus Chris is King of Kings and Lord of Lords,” said a spokesperson. Call 945-9554 to placeyour ACTION-ad! Attention Maple Valley Graduates and Members of the Class of 1994: A five year class reunion will be held on August 7th at 6:00 pm in Nashville at the Mulberry Golf Course to R.S.V.P. by July 28th, please send $15.00 per person along with full name, address, and phone number to: Stacee English (Hawkins) 720 Durkee Street . Nashville, MI 49073 For details or questions please call Stacee at 517-852-2090 or Leslie at 517-663-5026 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 20,1999 - Page 3 M.V. Youth Football Camp starts July 28 The Maple Valley Youth Football League would like to say thanks to all the peo­ ple that took part in partici­ pating in the free-throw shooting fund raiser at the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. The funds raiser will go towards summer camp and buying new equipment for the upcoming season. “We also had a number of volunteers that donated their time in the booth and help­ ing setup and tear down that I would like to say thanks to,” said Craig Lackscheide, Youth Football League pres­ ident. Winners of the four age groups were: Jason Fox, 10 and under; Matt Jensen, 11 thru 14; Mike Himeiss, 15 thru 18; and Richard Baker, 18 to over the hill. Maple Valley Youth Foot­ ball camp is scheduled for Wednesday, July 28 and Thursday, July 29 behind the high school. The camp will run from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The camp is free and any­ one between 4th and 8th grade ofthis upcoming year GOOD TIME PIZZA OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday - Thursday 10 am to 11 pm; Friday & Saturday 10 am to Midnight; Sunday 4 pm to 11 pm 'i HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 DON’T PAY HIGH $$$$$! HIGH POINTS? YOUNG DRIVER? GET A QUOTE & PUT EXTRA $$$$$ IN VOUR POCKET Tobias Insurance Agency wBB **to wiDin • Jistt. M ’siiiv®. Dick Tobias, wB Agent Just a phone call awayfrom security & satisfaction! Ill N. Main St., Nashville - (517) 852-2005 tacs®te< acs e to sitatste' tt M B> i to Atata. HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! 945-9554 Rrf "l^ijioHffl. m iori p®® fa - - gaas*®® itepncaitoJ® |* * lii i *® list® 1 AV E DA. Maple Valley Chapel 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 RICHARD A. GENTHER Manager 0 HUCKWAGON LAFE 202 N. 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We have a tendency to more a often think of all the things that we don’t have, rather than consider all of our blessings. Recognizing God as our source and thanking Him for all the good □ things that happen to us reflects not only our gratitude, but our love for our Lord. Every good gift and every perfect gift isfrom above... kifaM'W KK |d fa WCl ife 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children How 852-1985 HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml Blessed We are 501 North Main, Nashville I CHERYL’S I 0 may attend. Anyone in/out ofthe area is invited. League sign-up is sched­ uled for Tuesday, Aug. 3 at the Vermontville Methodist Church. Sign-up will begin at 7 p.m. until approxi­ mately 8:30 p.m. Please bring a copy ofplayer’s birth certificate. Res. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship :....... 11a.m. Evening Worship..... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................... 7 p.m. Sunday School......................... 9:45 Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. • Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. .11a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11a.m. P.M. Worship............ ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .............................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER . Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training Phone: (517) 852-9228 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ...........11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time. - After Worship • 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship....................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group - Adult Worship ■ PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Sunday School 10a. . Worship ........................... 9:30 a.m. A.M. Service ................... 11:15 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 6 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE PASTOR GEORGE GAY (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time.............10:30 a.m. Adult Class ..................... 10:50 a.m. REV. ERIC LISON PASTOR RANDY SMITH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday School......................... 9:45a. A.M. Service........................ 11 a m. P.M. Service.........................7 p.m. Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. ' PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service ........... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West .10 a.m. .11a.m. S.unday School Worship.......... PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all senrices. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew’s Is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service ......... 7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto' 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. July 20. 1999 - Page 4 Flemish lace gifts have special meaning by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer When Nashville Village President Dennis Mapes came back from Belgium this year he brought back something very special handmade lace and linen more than 100 years old. Mapes and his siblings purchased the lace and do­ nated it to Hastings* Em­ manuel Episcopal Church in memory of their mother, Sylvia. "I thought it was amazing Dennis Mapes holds one of the antique pieces of lace that he has donated to the Episcopal Church in Hastings in memory of his mother Sylvia. that someone could find linen and lace that is as old as the parish. The material holds such a history with it when you think of all the wars and invasions and ev­ erything it has survived through," said Mapes. "I find it interesting and I know my mother, Sylvia, would have found it fasci­ nating, also." Belgium lace and Flemish lace (which is what Mapes purchased) is world renowned for its intricacies and quality. The making of the lace entails using hun­ dreds of bobbins of fine thread and weaving and pin­ ning the thread to keep it in place. The person making the lace uses a big cushion that is held on the lap or a table. It is a very time con-, suming process and an art passed down from genera­ tion to generation, mother to daughter. Mapes first became inter­ ested in the lace and linen when he was stationed as a naval reservist in Belguim. "I was stationed in Brus­ sels at NATO headquarters doing two weeks of active duty," he explains. "On our time off, some of us went on a tour to Brugge. We wanted to purchase some lace and bring it back to our wives and so we stopped and went into a shop. We ended up staying there for three hours. The lady there dealt with both antique and mod­ em lace and she gave us a One of the pieces of homemade lace and linen Dennis Mapes brought back from Belgium serves as an demonstration of how the lace is made. It is a very time consuming process." • "Much of the antique lace was made in the convents by the nuns for the wealthy," he said. "I bought my wife Candice a couple of things - a table runner and some dollies." When Mapes went back to Brussels to serve another two weeks this past year, his wife and their two chil­ dren visited on the second week and they went back to the shop. Mapes had talked with his siblings and family and they decided to purchase an altar frontal and fair linen to dedicate to the church in his mother's memory. The lace purchased was made around 1875. This is around the same time that the Emmanuel parish was built in Hastings. The bolt of linen came from a farmhouse in Flanders. Cretchen, the woman who runs the lace store that Mapes visited, travels to London and Paris to buy the antique lace. A lot of it comes from castles and mansions in Europe, Mapes said. He said she is very skilled in the different types of lace, their orgin and age. She purchases much of the lace at auctions. "She can tell Belgium lace from all other laces," he said. Mapes was called for ac­ tive duty once more this year and he purchased three more pieces for the church, bringing the total to five. These pieces have special meaning because his sister, Lynn Thurman, sewed the material into fair linens for the church. "When she made the pieces she was scared to wash it," Mapes said. "She said the quality was very good and that when she put it in water it took a while for the water to soak in. It is so old and well made it feels like canvas." The linen and lace is natu­ rally unbleached because it is made from natural fiber, Mapes said. But the more the linen is washed the whiter it becomes. The pieces Mapes brought back have intricate designs of oak leaves and tiny and bigger flowers. "Oak leaves are a symbol of Christ. My mom would have liked that," Mapes said. Gary and Shirley Stalcrup mark 40th anniversary 9 jMvwMWk pressure treated AMERICA'S CABINETMAKER* umtu Cabinets Insulation Celotex Insulation quality. Anderse ersen. o Plywood Lumber Oak Pine Molding Plumbing use Drywall as MBru*L*' Hand & Power Tools Paints Armstrong Ceiling Tile ROOfS Dry Mix Crete & Supply Wolverine Technologies Time for New siding? Marque-Line I DOOR SYSTEMS Pre-Hung Steel Doors !^1 HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset" July 16 marked the 40th wedding anniversary of Gary and Shirley Stalcup of Mesa, Arizona, formerly of Battle Creek and Union City. The couple celebrated with their daughters, Rev. David and Susan Hustwick ofHastings, and Armando and Sheryl Arredondo ofUnion City, along with their 5 grandchildren and 1 great­ grandchild. A dinner marking the event was held at Clara's oh the River in Battle Creek on Fri­ day, July 16, along with a family picnic at the Hustwick's cottage on Fair Lake the following day. Gary and the former Shirley Hartung Norris were married July 16, 1959, at Lakeview Baptist Church in Battle Creek with Rev. Seifert officiating. Gary met Shirley through her brother, Neil Hartung. Gary retired from United Parcel Service in May of 1994 after 30 years of service. He is known locally and out west as a popular country and gospel en­ tertainer. He enjoys golfing, fish­ ing, camping, and traveling. Shirley is a homemaker with numerous hobbies, including making crafts, playing cards, camping, traveling. They both enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren. The Stalcups spend their summers in Michigan and win­ ters in Arizona. They recently purchased a new home in Mesa, where they attend Community Christian Church. They would love to hear from their friends. Their ad­ dresses are: P.O Box. 33, Union City, 49094, and 863 S. Del Rancho, Mesa, AZ, 85208. Rockfords to celebrate 44th anniversary Alfred and Betty (Linsley) Rockford were happily married at McDill A.F.B., Tampa, Florida, August 9, 1955. They have five children - Deborah, Bryan, Lisa and Arthur in Michigan; Marcia in Ohio. They will be celebrating their 44th anniversary in Williamsfield, Ohio. Lovely farm house in quiet country loca­ tion. Home features master suite, central air, fireplace, new roof, new well and much more, all on 3 726-0224 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 20, 1999 - Page 5 Summer fun at the Opera House The Vermontville Town­ ship Library’s summer pro­ grams for area children con­ tinues today at the Opera House. John Two Hawks will be the guest, sharing Native American culture with the children. Each Tuesday in July, the library hosts a different guest. All programs begin at 2 p.m. Refreshments are provided by the Vermontville Women’s Club. The Place to Gofor Professional Styliing Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road 852-9481 J Making the song come alive, Grandma K teaches hand motions to one of the many tunes they learned. Need some extra cash? Got something to sell? ‘Grandma K’ shares stories By Nick Kacher Staff Writer It may be that television and video games are the main source for children’s entertainment these days. However, that does not mean that children do not like stories anymore. Children today enjoy stories just as much as their parents did when they were young. Last Tuesday at the Vermontville Opera House, children had the opportunity to listen to Kaye Sorenson of Charlotte tell some ofher favorite stories. Sorenson began her stories by first sprinkling “magic dust” on all the children, to make them all good listeners. After each child received their dose of dust, she began telling tales of all sorts. Sorenson, who goes by the name of Grandma K, told the children, “my stories are a gift to you. I hope you pass them on to all of your friends, and they in turn pass them on to their other friends.” Besides telling stories Grandma K led the children in a sing-a-long. To help out with some of the songs, Grandma K brought her puppet friend Chickery along. All of Grandma K’s stories were innocently humorous or they taught important lessons. 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Nashville Tuesday, July 20.1999 - Page 6 Convicted sex offender goes to prison A 44-year-old Nashville man convicted of third degree criminal sexual conduct with a 10-year-old girl will spend from three years to 15 years in prison, Barry County Circuit Court Judge James Fisher ruled July 8. Howard Clarance Porter Jr. was originally charged with three counts of first de­ gree criminal sexual conduct (penetration) and three counts of second degree criminal sexual conduct (contact) with the girl in Castleton Township between July 1, 1998 and Jan. 14, 1999. Porter pleaded guilty to count seven in exchange for the first six counts being dismissed. "It's undoubted the defendant is a -limited individual," said Assistant Prosecutor Vicky Alspaugh, noting that Porter scores a 72 performance I.Q. (intelligence quotient) and a 61 on a full scale I.Q. (The average I.Q. is considered to be about 120.) "However, to convince this court that he didn't know his conduct was against the law shows he is not so limited that he can't manipulate the system." Alspaugh said after Porter committed the offense, he claimed to have felt guilty and made a "pinky promise" with the victim not to tell anyone. "Clearly he had the mental ability to recognize the full nature of his offense,” said Alspaugh. "He is a danger to the public and other young girls." According to defense attorney David Kuzava, Porter never claimed he did not know that what he did was wrong. "Howard does know that what he did was wrong and recognizes he needs to be punished for his actions," 4695 Middleville Rd., M-37 Middleville 1-800-443-5253 Joel Fulford, 34, of Nashville, was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court July 8 to one year in jail and two years probation on his conviction of delivery and manufacture of marijuana. Deputies from the Barry County Sheriffs Depart­ ment found drugs in Fulford's vehicle after a traffic stop April 18 in Hastings. Fulford was not charged for allegedly possessing methamphetamine. A charge We’ve reduced our auto insurance rates across Michigan! Lower rates combined with our safe driver discounts mean big savings for you. Ask about our Multi­ policy Discount too. It pays to join the Farm Bureau Family. Call today. MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE EARN BUREAU INSURANCE FMM "They told me I wouldn't get into trouble and I did,” said Porter. "I swear to God it was not my idea. I should have never listened to them." "This is a very serious crime," said Fisher. "It's certainly in the class of the most serious I see typically before the court, which is certainly an unfortunate re­ ality." Fisher said Porter's own statements demonstrate a lack of appreciation for the seriousness ofthe offense. 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Kuzava said sentencing guidelines call for a prison sentence in Fulford's case because he has a criminal history. "It's my belief he would actually serve a longer time in the county jail than he would in prison where he would be released sooner on a community placement program," she said. "I asked the court not to allow work release. I don't believe he should be given that reward. He has a history of absconding. I think sitting in jail for 12 months would be fitting." Defense attorney Gerald Stahl said there never should ----------------- JULY------------------- Barry County Fair Special! LX288 / 48” Mower Deck Plus...FREE RPM Maintenance Kit (A *150.00 Value) Delivered in Barry County. Tax included. 8^8 ^^8 ”” MnF WiP - A Value of Over S5OOO°°! - have been a charge of driving under the influence because Fulford's blood alcohol level was only .07­ percent. The legal limit is .10. "He doesn't have the best education. His mother provided him support grow­ ing up. 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(Photo provided) The following are results from the July 9 Ribbon Meet for the Maple Valley Track Club summer program: Pole Vault Female: 5-3rd, Courtney 14-1. K-3rd Chris Clark, 7-9; 4th-6th, Adam Lamphere, 11-9; 7th-9th, Dustin Jones, 12-6; 10th12th Ben Hester, 14-8. Male: Shot Put Female: 4th-6th, Darcy Howard, 3-0; 7th-9th, Heather Clark, 6-0. Male: 4th-6th, Tyler Williams, 4-0; 7th-9th, Dustin Jones, 6-6; Adult, Dennis Rodeman, 12-0. Meade, 14-2; 7th-9th, Nicole McMillon, 20-10. Male: 7th-9th, Nick Ewing, 28-4; Adult, Dennis Rodeman, 33-0. High Jump Female: K-3rd, Kayla Discus Female: 4th-6th, Keely Shaw, 2-10; 4th-6th, Courtney Ripley, 3-0; 7th9th, Cashel Harp, 4-8. Male: 4th-6th, Adam Lamphere, 4-0. McMillon, 36-5; 7th-9th, Nicole McMillon, 74-5. Male: 7th-9th, Nick Ewing, 74-0; Adult, Dennis Rodeman, 81-8; Veteran, Gary Hamilton, 96-9. Long Jump Female: K-3rd, Morgan Bennett, 7-8; 4th-6th Ericka Hummell, 9-2; 7th-9th, Aubrey Murphy, 12-6; 10th-12th, April Bennett, 800 Run 7th-9th, Aubrey Murphy, Aubrey Murphy, 3:21. Female: Dunham’s dream of wrestling at Olivet to be realized It's always been a dream of Chris Dunham to follow his uncle, Jim Burgie, as a wrestler at Olivet College. The Nashville native who was a standout grappler the last four years at Maple Valley High School will now get that chance and greatly looks forward to the challenges ahead ofhim. Dunham, 18, plans to attend Olivet this fall and will take to the mats as a Comet this winter. His uncle also wrestled with the Olivet program, so Dunham knows a little bit about what it takes. Burgie attended Charlotte High School and placed second at State one year in the high school finals. Dunham has already taken part in wrestling camps at Olivet and admires the team's coach, Jerry Kline. Besides being a J-Ad Graphics All-Barry County wrestler and an SMAA weight class champion for the Lions at 152, Dunham also participated in freestyle and was invited the grapple at the Lansing Officials Tournament this spring. He was a team captain at Maple Valley and also ran cross country and track at the school. Dunham has kept plenty busy doing great things during the last couple of years. He has awarded the highest honor, Eagle, in Boy Scouts and is currently on a Lions Youth Exchange trip to Japan touring and learning about the foreign culture. At Olivet, Dunham plans to study elementary education. Very nice 3 bedroom home in quiet village. Home fea­ tures large kitchen, 2 car garage, freshly painted, roof reshingled in '98. Seller very motivated, priced to sell, won't last long! Call Teresa at 543-0920 or 726-0224 Male: 7th-9th, Andrew Kenyon, 2:57. 55 Hurdles Female: 5-3rd, Olivia Sprague, 9:47; 4th-6th, Lynzie Riegelman, 10:55. Male: K-3rd, Ross Smith, 12:89; 4th-6th, Matt Hamilton, 10:92. 100 Hurdles Female: 7th-9th, Kortney Ewing, 21:67; 10th-12th, April Bennett, 17:70. 70 Dash Female: K-3rd, Courtney Howard, 13.13; 4th-6th, Lynzie Riegelman, 11.89. Male: K-3rd, Chris Clark, 13.85; 4th-6th, Adam Lamphere, 10.70. The Great Lakes Transportation Solutions team includes (front row, from left) John Mater, Justin Kennedy, Austin Tabor, Ryan Brooks, Brandon McDonald, Adam Spears; (back row) Coach Jim Brown, Brody Swift, Austin Earl, Dustin Houghton, Dalton Donald, James Anderson and Coach Chris Earl. 100 Dash Female: 7th-9th, Dustin Jones, 15.31; 10th-12th, Ed Kleinfelt, 12.79; Adult, Jon Kenyon, 12.25. 400 Relay Female: K-3rd, Ripley, C. Howard, R. Howard, L. Riegelman, 1:44; 4th-6th, VanEngen, Sprague, Koetje, Sparks, 1:29; 7th-9th, Blodgett, A. Clark, H. Clark, Malone, 1:13. 400 Dash Male: 4th-6th, Jonathan Stevens; 7th-9th, Ewing, 1:03. Nick 3 Mile Run Female: Adult, Jackie Carr, 28:02. ' Male: 4th-6th, Mark Leep, 28:14; Veterans, Scott Coleman, 21:25. 200 Dash Female: K-3rd, Olivia Sprague, 50.83; 4th-6th, Lynzie Riegelman, 38.18; 7th-9th, Casel Harp, 33.16; 10th-12th, April Bennett, 30.67. Male: K-3rd, Chris Clark, 43.35; 4th-6th, Adam Lamphere, 37.65; 7th-9th, Nick Ewing, 28.87; 10th-12th, Ed Kleinfelt, 26.71. On Friday, July 30 the club will hold its Meet of Champions. This meet is open to athletes of all ages and from all areas, even those who have not attended any practices or meets. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each individual event and the top two in the relay races. The meet will be at Maple Valley High School track. If you have any questions, call Jerry Sessions after 4 p.m. at (517) 852-9826. Little league teams close out ‘99 campaign The Sugar Hut Cafe team took first-place honors in the recently completed Maple Valley Little League Pee Wee Boys League. The Great Lakes Transportation Solutions squad were runner-ups. Pee Wee Boys Final Standings Sugar Hut Cafe 9-1 Great Lakes Transp. Solutions 6-4 No. Concrete Pipe 5-5 Mulberry Fore 4-6 4-6 S-Gl Steel Ohler Machine 2-8 The Sugar Hut Cafe team includes (front row, from left) Austin French, Brandon Downing, Mitchell McClintoch, Cody Omstead, James Conklin, Jorge Miller; (back row) Coach Mike Tefft, Kyle Fisher, Devon Meade, Jesse Miller, Tyler Tefft, Dusty Cowel, Coach Ken Cowel and Coach Joshua Sams. Coach Jeff Fisher is not present. Positions Available MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Child Care Program Director & Before/After School Program Director Both positions require CDA or minimum of 60 semester hrs. includ­ ing 12 hrs. of Child Psych/Child Development/Early Childhood Ed. Experience preferred. Competitive salary and benefits based on back­ ground and experience. Teacher Assistants for Child Care & Before/After School Program Qualifications: High school graduate, patience and ability to work successfully, with young children. Send letter of application, resume & references to: Clark Volz, Superintendent, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096. Phone (517) 852-9699. �The Maple Vafcy News Nashville Tuesday, July 20 1999 - Page 8 R&B Electric takes it all in Boys’ Minor League Maple Valley Little League's Boys' Minor teams completed their 1999 tour­ nament which ended the league's season. In regular season action R&B took first place with a 7-1 record Mace Pharmacy took second place with a 5­ 2-1 record and a three way tie for third with Nashville Hardware. Westvale VU Dairy and Shirley’s Chuck­ wagon had 2-5-1 records In the tournament, the Westvale VU Dairy squad, coached by Nick Blakely, Chris Hartwell and Trent Graham won the first game against Shirley's Chuck­ wagon, coached by Brian Christensen In the second contest, R&B Electric, coached by Call 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2", 5” Well Drilling & Repair FORECLOSED HOMES Low or $0 Down! Richard Cobb • David Cobb J 270 N. Pease Rd. Mch Lc 231748 Vermontville Rob VanEngen. TR Myers and Rob VanEngen, advanced against Nashville Hardware, coach­ ed by Leroy Starks and Don Blakely. Mace Pharmacy’s team, coached by Scott Hoffman and Dan Laverty, drew a bye in the first round. In game three, Mace Pharmacy gave ACTION-Ads! 517-726-0377 R&B Electric team members are (bottom from left) Matt Hamilton, Steve Tait, Andrew Ashcraft, Jake Myers, Justin McMillion; (top left) Coach TR Myers, Matt Gordeneer, Brent Cummings, Micah Coplin, Jared Smith, Danny Dureka, Garrett VanEngen and Coach Gov’t & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Local Listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5224 Westvale its first loss. In game four, Nashville Hardware gave Shirley’s their second loss to take them out of tournament action on Saturday. In game five, Nashville Hardware took a loss to Westvale taking them out of action. Four gave six, R&B Electric beat Mace in a close game, giving Mace their first loss. In game seven,, Mace beat Westvale leaving Mace to play one more game against R&B Electric. R&B prevailed in the end handling Mace their second loss. Participants thank Chris and Andy Ewing for doing a great job for this season and for putting up with the heat on the day oftournaments. Mace Pharmacy team members are (bottom, from left) Justin Hoffman,, Austin Bodenmuller, Chris Hoffman, Rusty Harris, Adam Foster, Patrick Mulvany, Danny Laverty; (top, left) Coach Dgn Laverty, Coach Sherry Laverty, BiUy Ackley, Brian Ward, James Volker, James Heney; back row, Coach Scott Hoffman. Sunshine Party slated for July 30 The 1999 annual Sunshine Methodist and Congrega­ Party will be held at the First tional churches. Current and Congregational Church of ■former area residents are Vermontville on Friday, July encouraged to attend to “catch up” with old friends 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. This event has been held and make new ones. on the last Friday afternoon Traditionally, members honor the eldest among us in July since the late 1930s, allowing women in the with flower arrangements to Vermontville area to gather express how grateful they for a short program, refresh­ are to them for their inspira­ ment and plenty of time to tion and guidance. visit with one another. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 30/July 27, 1999 Nashville, 911 board at odds over antenna costs by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council decided to postpone cashing a check from the Barry County 911 board for running electrical lines up to equipment on the water tower. The 911 board entered into a contract agreement with the village for placing antenna equipment on the water tower to improve emergency response recep­ tion for the village and county. Village Council Trustee Steve Wheeler said that in the lease agreement the county agreed to pay all costs for additional electrical hookup as needed. Two months ago Wheeler con­ tacted the cell phone com­ pany Message Express that also was recently approved to place equipment on the water tower. He suggested they go in on the expense of running an electrical line up the water tower to save money. The total estimate for hookup came to $2,500 to be paid by each of the two entities. This estimate was given two months ago, said Wheeler. He said that since that time it seemed as if the 911 board was balking at the price. Wheeler said he talked to 911 Director Charlie Nystrom, who told him that the administration board was considering canceling the contract because of the cost. Wheeler also said that Nystrom at a recent 911 meeting blamed the Village of Nashville for driving up the costs. Wheeler told the council he took exception to that comment, and cited how the village built a stor­ age shed for the board, and is only charging the board $1 a year to lease the space. Wheeler compared that cost to the $500 a month that Message Express is paying and said he couldn't understand how, since the board is only paying a $1 a year for using it, they could feel this is over their bud­ get. He also noted that not only does Nashville benefit from this better reception, but the whole county as well. Council Trustee Frank Dunham added that as tax­ payers they were paying for things like that already (alluding to the fact that if Nashville picked up the tab, it would be like the taxpay­ ers paying for something twice). Wheeler said he suggested the 911 board members seek out their own contractor for an estimate. "The last I heard was that they were going to put it in themselves...and then we re­ ceive the check (for their half of the $2,500) I am not even sure the deal with Message Express still stands... that was two months ago," said Wheeler. Wheeler told the council that he wanted to be sure the 911 board is completely aware of the deal and he wanted to check with Message Express to see if the deal to go in on hook-up costs still stood. "We need to get things squared away so we can go ahead," said Wheeler. Council member Bonnie White said she thought maybe the board just balked “They may be over budget, but what I don’t like is that their director is trying to make the Village of Nashville the scapegoat...” - Village Council Trustee Steve Wheeler at the price, but was now ready to continue. "Maybe they did not real­ ize it would be so expensive to run a line up there," said White. "They may be over bud­ get, but what I don't like is that their director is trying to make the Village of Nashville the scapegoat, that the village is responsi­ ble for them going over budget," said Wheeler. "But they sent the check. That says to me they are ready to do it," said White. "I think at the very least we should send letters to the management board at 911... I think they are getting a fil­ tered report of what's hap­ pening here," said Wheeler. The council agreed to write letters and to contact Message Express to see if the estimate and deal was still valid before cashing the check. Nashville gets new police car The new Nashville Police Department car has arrived! Officer Chris Hanson stands beside the 1999 Crown Victoria. The village purchased the car for $25,032.75 a couple of months ago. The village built this storage space for the 911 county board to store their equipment in. The hooking up of the equipment that will improve reception for emergency services is still pending, waiting on electrical hook-up. Rails to Trails opponents lobbying against land grab’ by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer John Washington, one of the strongest opponents to the recreational trail project in Nashville, believes the Rails to Trails Association is trying to trample his pri­ vate property rights and con­ fiscate his land. Washington, who owns 285 acres in Nashville, is involved in litigation with the Rails to Trails Associa­ tion over the ownership of the abandoned railbed. He resides in Dearborn and uses the land he has here for hunting. His neighbor, Bill Amburgey, owns 120 acres that the bed runs through, also is involved in litiga­ tion. Amburgey alleges that a group of Rails to Trails members trespassed on his land a few weeks ago while clearing brush and mowing the trail. "The Rails to Trails is cutting trees and brush on my property," said Am­ burgey. "We had an agree­ ment between the attorneys that the land was not to be disturbed until the litigation is settled." Amburgey said that the group came approximately 100 yards onto his propery, clearing brush. "They came through with a back end loader," he said. "And I am sure that they are aware of the property lines. There is a ribbon on a tree (marking the line)." Michael Gormley, presi­ dent of the Rails to Trails Association said, "I don't know if we did (trespass). If we did, it certainly wasn't intentional. We did not set out to tresspass on his land; in fact we have been very careful about it." Gormley said the group of trail supporters was working up to Amburgey's property line, clearing brush and mowing. "We intended to mow up to his line," said Gormely. "It is not that clearly marked. Besides that he doesn't own that strip of land, he never paid for it. It was purchased from the rail­ road and the association owns it. Just because they are in litigation concerning the land does not mean that they own it." Gormely said the railbed was purchased by Craig Pat­ terson, who transfered the ti­ tle to the association at the end of 1998. "If they had been more aware that the land was up for sale they could have pur­ chased it. In fact, there are cases where the property owners did buy the land," said Gormley. Both Washington and Amburgey said they were not notified when the strip went up for sale. "Trails may be popular, but this popularity avoids the major issue — private property rights," said Wash­ ington. "The fact is, Rails to Trails is trying to confis­ cate our lands, without compensation, while they are using our taxpayers' dol­ lars to develop trails and pay the railroad companies for land they never owned." Washington and Am­ burgey said they have many concerns if the trail goes through. Washington said that he was told by Rails to Trails that they cannot hunt or traverse the railbed. "We were told we have to apply for an easement if we want to cross the bed," said Washington. "We will not be able to hunt on our land, See Rails to Trails, pg. 2 In This Issue.. • Woman pleads guilty to, sentenced for embezzlement • Nashville zoning administrator resigns position • Australian theme continues at Putnam Library Police searching for speeding driver �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 27,1999 - Page 2 Rails to Trails,continued from front page as we were once able to." Amburgey said that it would be difficult for him because he farms the land and is used to being able to park his equipment on the trail as he harvests. There is also the issue of putting up additional expensive fencing as he usually lets his cattle and horses cross the railbed. Another issue they are concerned about is liability. Washington said that prop­ erty owners can be held re­ sponsible if tresspassers hurt themselves on their property. Which leads to the prob­ lem of general tresspassing. Both parties say they fear there will be drinking and drug use on the trail. "We are also worried about our property taxes plummeting, littering, crim­ inal activity and bathroom access, the list goes on," said Washington. Washington cited studies that have shown land values dropping significantly after a railbed trail goes through the land. One of the issues both parties said that they were most frustrated with was that they said they were pay­ ing taxes for something they do not want. "This trail is perceived as a free thing," said Washing­ ton. "But what about law enforcement, repairs and start-up costs? When grants are applied for, local money goes in. The trails group never brings it up to the public that taxpayer money is used to buy the land, and the tax payers' money is used to develop and main­ tain these trails. "They are allowing crowds of people on our lands without our consent. Any elected official that does not support property rights does not belong in of- fice. Now is the time for ac­ tion. These land grabs have to stop!" Gormley differs in opin­ ion. "The trail improvements aren't being done through tax increases," he said. "They come through federal or DNR grants, private grants, and hind-raising." Gormley also cited a grant received last Wednesday to develop the Nashville sec­ tion of the trail. The grant totaled $4,000 and is from the Michigan Rails to Trails Conservancy. The funds are raised by the Michigander bicycle tour each year. While both sides confirm there have been settlement talks, they said they cannot disclose more detailed in­ formation. Both Washing­ ton and Ambrugey both said they would settle for 100 percent ownership of the right of way. No court date has been set on the matter. Save money with our multi-policy discount! through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money with their multi-policy discount! Mature policyholde’s can earn even greater savings. Contact our agency today! uluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business Th.‘No HMmfiopti9 TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Cement donated by local man This slab of cement at Riverside Park was donated by Dave La Point, owner Brookfield Construction, the same company who completed the recent sidewalk project. The cement will most likely become a basketball court. Woman pleads guilty to , sentenced for embezzlement A 38-year-old Eaton Rapids woman was ordered to pay $2,309 to the Swan­ son Food Service of Nashville when she appeared in Barry County's 56-1 Dis­ trict Court last week. Dana Katherine Nelson was accused of embezzling the funds from Swanson while an employee there last April, according to the Barry County Prosecutor's Office. Repeated attempts to ob­ tain other information about the case and about another apparent embezzelment case from Nashville Police Chief Gary Barnes were not suc­ cessful. Barries did not return phone calls to his office and failed to appear for ap­ pointments scheduled with a reporter. A Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) re­ quest, which gives Barnes five business days to either provide the information or explain why the information will be denied release to the public, has been mailed to Barnes. Nelson originally was charged with one count of embezzlement of more than $1,000 and less than $20,000 and two counts of forgery, which were dis­ missed in exchange for her guilty plea to one count of larceny over $200. At her sentencing last week, Nelson was ordered to spend one year on proba­ tion, to submit to chemical testing upon request, to at­ tend outpatient treatment for apparent substance abuse and to perform 50 hours of community service work. Swanson Food Service, which repairs restaurant equipment, is located on Main Street in Nashville. At a July 8 Nashville Vil­ lage Council meeting, offi­ cer Chris Hanson, who also declined comment, received a commendation for his work on the at least two, apparently unrelated embez­ zlement cases. CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ .11 a.m. Evening Worship ... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................... 7 p.m. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............ 1 a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON Sunday School............... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11 a.m. REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training IN MEMORY OF CLARENCE SPIDEL, who passed away July 29, 1990. If tears could make a stairway and memories a lane, I’d walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again. Missed by your children and grandchildren. Phone: (517) 852-9228 ONUlJ Qiana's ^lace QtRII MW MH "The Place to Gofor Professional Styling | kMH It Saab Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road nOw3er~ nD.iaOnaw K3euerm~pel 852-9481 s J Jg Sunday A.M. Worship .................... 1030 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) . Worship................. 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class .................10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School......................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ft I® I ftnali I’ffl KE I It's Summer Hime ... Time J'Jew Spook Sunday School 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) imifcte Wikii! Farm ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road at®1 ^iil AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite' or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ .11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH mi Zn Memoriam LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH F«1 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday Schoo W. or 0 a.m. 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .................9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer .; .9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.......................... 9:45 Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service..........7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service ................ 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO OlH iHsim “am “am �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 27, 1999 - Page 3 Nashville Zoning Administrator resigns position by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Nashville Village Council accepted the resignation of Zoning Administrator Thomas Beardslee at last week's meeting. Beardslee was hired in April, and cited time restric­ tions and the need to spend more time with his family as reasons for resigning. The council decided to put an advertisement for the po­ sition in the paper. In other business Thurs­ day evening, the council: • Heard from resident Rod Cook concerning open drains and standing water. Cook said the open drains by his property were a health hazard and he has written the Department of Public Works several times over the matter. Cook grew agitated as he complained to the council, and threatened to sue the council members. "This is the first I have heard about this, I am new to the council," said Bonnie White. "I think the proper channel is writing a letter to the DPW (Department of Public Works)." 'T've already done that numerous times — there's other ways this can be han- dled," said Cook. "They have complaints on file for 15 years. I resent being told to write again..." Cook then talked about how the open drains were a health hazard, citing diseases such as malaria. "I can go through other channels as well the health department," said Cook. As Cook continued, Trustee Steve Wheeler sug­ gested that perhaps Cook would be interested in serv­ ing on the council. "This council is going to be sued! I don't want to be on it!" Cook replied. Carroll Wolff, acting as village president pro tem, said that DPW Director Scott Decker was not at the meeting to respond, and he tried to move the meeting along, as Cook's comments came not during audience questions and comments, but later on the agenda dur­ ing a talk about the Reed Street project. • Approved delaying the Reed Street project until the year 2001. This will give the council more time to de­ cide if they want to do water master plan projects when the street is already tom up. • Heard from Accountant Kathy Sheldon about the audit report. Sheldon said things "looked really good" and that Nashville had a good year. "Board wise you are doing a good job, there are just a few tweaks, but overall it looks good,” she said. • Approved a request by White for her to attend a seminar on the Open Meet­ ings Act Aug. 18 in Lans­ ing. "I understand there is money for training avail­ able," said White. The seminar will cost $65. Last Vermontville Library session today Today (Tuesday, July 27) marks the last day for the Vermontville Township Li­ brary’s summer programs. “A Time for Turtles” will begin at 2 p.m. at the Opera House. Live turtles will be visiting and the children will learn fun turtle facts and-legends in this one hour pro­ gram. Refreshments, donated by the Vermontville Women’s Club, will be served. Obituaries Fern C. Hawblitz NASHVILLE Mrs. Fem C. Hawblitz, age 94, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, July 22, 1999 at Pennock Hospital. She was bom on May 24, 1905 in the Caledonia, Michigan area, the daughter of Amos and Carrie (Sherk) Wenger. 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Two Hawks entranced the children with his musical playing and the telling df folklore and history of many of the instruments. Before he played the traditional flute he told the audience a legend about the instrument. Many times, a boy who \ ft John Two Hawks shows the children at the Vermontville Public library a traditional Native American flut*> CHERYL’S j & HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. liked a girl would go to her family's lodge and stand outside playing to her, he said. The girl could chose to do two things — ignore him, and he would play for hours before leaving, de­ jected. Or she could ask permission from her parents to go to him, which meant she liked him, too. Two Hawks also told the children some general his- Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. 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J s (VL-30L Bill and Sherry Wetzel will celebrate their 25th Wed­ ding Anniversary with an Open House Sunday, August 1, 1999 from 2 to 5 p.m. The open house will be held at First Baptist Church, 309 E. Woodlawn Ave., Hast­ ings. Bill and Sherry were married July 27,1974 at the First Baptist Church in Hastings. The open house is being hosted by their children Cherish and Christa Wetzel. Your presence is the only gift necessary. From our readers Alumni choice was a poor one To the editor: As a 1953 Nashville High School graduate and a tax­ payer who sent two children through the Maple Valley system, I am appalled at the honoree choice made by the Alumni Committee this year (former Supt. Carroll Wolfe). tenance people, cooks, bus drivers, parents or teachers who deserve the honor above that of an anti-labor individ­ ual who presided over an ed­ ucational system that for years was a laughing stock among many academics. 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Apol’s Landscap­ ing Co. 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia. 616-698-1030 Help Wanted HOUSING SEARCH CASE MANAGER:Challenging, full time, advocate position, re­ quires oral and written com­ munication skills to work with clientele and community mem­ bers, minimum Associates de­ gree in the human services field and one year of experience working with those in crisis or needing housing assistance.Send resume and cover letter, by August 4,1999, to:Housing Services for Eaton County, ATTN: Director, P.O. Box 746, Charlotte, MI 48813 or fax resume to (517) 541­ 0269. 2nd Shih Supervisor H&L Mfg. in Caledonia is currently seek­ ing a highly motivated individual to man­ age its 2nd shift. Must be a leader and team player. Knowledge in wire process­ ing and insert injection molding is a plus! Apply at 122 Main St., Caledonia, MI 49316 $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) - ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees and Housewives NOW HIRING TEENS IfYou Need Extra $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & September Call 616-374-8837 ...For additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Twin City Foods, Inc. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI E.O.E. �The Maple Valley News. Nashvrile. Tuesday. July 27. 1999 - Page 5 Australian theme continues at Putnam Public Library Children color boomerang's at the Putnam Library program. Niko Rose proudly displays his colored boomerang. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Children swarmed the Putnam Library last week, searching for kangaroos and koala bears. Not real ones, of course, but paper cutouts that won prizes for the chil­ dren who found them. The search for the animals was part of last week's li­ brary program. The children also colored paper boomerangs and snakes, continuing with the Aus­ tralian theme. Some children also col- Rachael Zalewski holds her walking stick that she was planning to decorate at the library program at Putnam Library. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE ‘Robber Bridegroom' auditions scheduled Auditions are scheduled for Aug. 1 and 2 for the Bellevue Village Players’ fall musical production of "The Robber Bridegroom.” A bluegrass pickin’ tale of the backwoods inhabitants ofRodney, Miss., around the turn ofthe 18th century, this show is packed full of zany characters. Jamie Lockhart, the robber of the woods, steals the heart of the fair Rosamund, an independent and feisty maiden and the daughter of Clemmcnt Mus­ grove, the richest planter in the county. Add to this group Salome, evil stepmother of Rosamund, her henchman, goat, and the badder-thanbad harp gang. Auditions will be held Sunday and Monday, Aug. 1 and 2, at 7 p.m. in the Belle­ vue High School auditorium. Please come prepared with a vocal selection, preferably in the country/westem or folk style. For more information, call Sue A. Stulberg at (616) 964-8875; ored Aborigine art on walk­ ing sticks with the markers provided. Library patron Rachael Zalewski said she had found the perfect tree limb for a walking stick in her back yard on the ground. With the help of her parents she peeled the bark off of it and was ready to color it at the program. She said she was excited to be making the walking stick. Ongoing in conjunction with the library program's have been the children's par­ ticipation in Dingo Bingo. This is an exercise to en­ courage children to read and do reading related activities at home. When children connect enough activities they get to choose from the prize box at the library which includes many differ­ ent books for children to read. Next week’s program on Wednesday, July 28, at 10:30, will feature more Australian theme crafts, games and prizes. MAPLE VALLEY YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP ...is scheduled for Wednesday, July 28 and Thursday, July 29 behind the high school. The camp will run from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The camp is free and anyone between 4th and 8th grade of this upcoming year may attend. Anyone in/out of the area is invited. Come, learn, compete and have some fun. League sign-up is scheduled for Tuesday, August 3, 1999 at the Vermontville Methodist Church. Sign-up will begin at 7:00 p.m. until approximately 8:30 p.m Please bring a copy of players birth certificate. Thanks again for all of your support. Craig Lackscheide President of Youth Football League ^7 Wolverine Technologies White... $3779 Pewter Wicker... $40" Clay Shale... Smart Investment! Siding Is Paying Too Much For It Isn’t! Re-siding is one of the most cost efficient home improvements you can make. Because it adds to the beauty and comfort ofyour home right away, and adds to the resale value later. Plus. Wolverine Vinyl siding features easy-maintenance and the life-long durability you expect with premium vinyl siding - at a popular price. 0 Make the smart move. Call today and well give you more information on premium vinyl siding from Wolverine. It may be today's most economical way to avoid re-painting.______________ fl HOMETOWN if LUMBER YARD Cash 82, Carry 517 852-0882 219 S. State in Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 27,1999 - Page 6___________________________ Maple Valley Board of Education Organizational Meeting MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION held in the Administration Building Monday, July 12,1999 at 7:00 p.m. Members Present: A. Avery, M. Callton, W. Curtis, D. Favre, T. James, J. Sessions. Members Absent: F. Dunham (entered 8:00 p.m.) 1. Opening: The meeting was called to order by Supt. Volz at 7:04 p.m. 2. Attendance: A roll call vote was taken for attendance which is listed above. Others present: Superintendent Volz, Adminis­ trators Gonser, Miller, Mix, and Pat Powers. 3. Election of officers: President: Avery nominated Mike Callton for the office of President of the Board of Educa­ tion, supported by Sessions. There were no other nomina­ tions for president. Callton elected 6-0. Vice-President: James nomi­ nated Jerry Sessions for the of­ fice of Vice-president of the Board of Education, supported by Avery. There were no other nominations. Sessions elected 6-0. Secretary: Sessions nomi- nated Allison Avery for the office of Secretary of the Board of Ed­ ucation, supported by Curtis. There were no other nomina­ tions. Avery elected 6-0. Treasurer: Favre nominated Tim James for the office of Trea­ surer of the Board of Education, supported by Curtis. There were no other nominations. James elected 6-0. Legislative representative for MASB: A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Av­ ery to nominate Wayne Curtis as the legislative representative for MASB. There were no other nominations. Curtis elected 6-0. Representative to the Schol­ arship Foundation Board of Di­ rectors: James nominated Alli­ son Avery as the representative to the Scholarship Foundation Board of Directors, supported by Favre. There were no other nominations. Avery elected 6-0. Representative to the Eaton County School Board: Sessions nominated Wayne Curtis as the representative to the Eaton County School Board Associa­ tion, supported by Favre. There were no other nominations. Cur­ tis elected 6-0. 4. Meeting dates, time and lo­ cation: A motion was made by Sessions and supported by ClearCholce Auto Glass NOW OPEN! Located at M-66 Tire in Woodbury NGA Certified • Auto & Truck Glass Stone Chip Repairs • Insurance Claims Honored 7775 Saddlebag Lake Rd. (M-66) Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 (616) 374-8522 Scott Petersen Owner SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE The Nashville Village Council will hold a Special Meeting on August 5, 1999 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers. Purpose: to discuss financial and program priorities for the vil­ lage. No action will be taken at this meeting. SCHEDULE OF THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION FOR 1999-2000 JULY 12, 1999 AUGUST 9, 1999 SEPTEMBER 13, 1999 OCTOBER 11, 1999 NOVEMBER 8, 1999 DECEMBER 13, 1999 JANUARY 10, 2000 FEBRUARY 14, 2000 MARCH 13, 2000 APRIL 17, 2000* (third Monday) MAY 8, 2000 JUNE 12, 2000 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGS ARE SCHEDULED FOR 7:00 P.M. IN THE ADMINISTRATION OFFICES James to hold the 1999-2000 regular monthly meetings of the board of education on the sec­ ond Monday of each month, ex­ cept for April 17, 2000 (third Monday) at 7:00 p.m. in the Ad­ ministration Offices. Motion car­ ried 6-0. 5.Memberships: A motion was made by Curtis and sup­ ported by Sessions to continue the membership with the Michi­ gan Association of School Boards, annual fee of $2,925, and the School Equity Caucus, annual fee of $475. Motion car­ ried 6-0. 6. Business arrangements: A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Sessions to con­ tinue to use Hastings City Bank, Nashville Branch as the deposi­ tory for the 1999-2000 school year and to approve the listed banks and investment compa­ nies as investment agents for the 1999-2000 school year. Community First Bank, Eaton Federal, Hastings City Bank, Main Street Savings Bank, Michigan National Bank, Na­ tional City, Bank One, Indepen­ dent Bank, Prime Vest and Stan­ dard Federal. Motion carried 6­ 0. A motion was made by Ses­ sions and supported by Curtis to continue to have the firm of Foote and Lloyd, of Battle Creek, as auditors for Maple Val­ ley Schools for the 1999-2000 school year. Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Favre and supported by Curtis to con­ tinue to retain Thrun, Maatsch and Nordberg, P.C., of Lansing as legal counsel for the 1999­ 2000 school year. Motion carried 6-0. 7. Committee assignments: President Callton asked the board members turn in the com­ mittee selection form prioritizing committees on which they would like to serve. 8. Delegation of election du­ ties: Board of Education Secre­ tary Allison Avery delegated the responsibility for administering district elections to Jill Booher. 9. Consent Agenda: A motion was made by Favre and sup­ ported by Sessions to approve the consent agenda as pre­ sented, including minutes of the June 28, 1999 special meeting and closed session, general fund bills in the amount of $72,333.41, building and site bills in the amount of $232,186.89, Durant bills in the amount of $2,286.45, debt fund bill of $166.60 and 7/9/99 payroll transfer of $100,953.29. Motion carried 6-0. 10. Communications: A letter of resignation was received from Fuller teacher Robin Stark and will be addressed under new business. 11. Reports: Superintendent Volz gave an update of the build­ ing project. He also discussed MEAP test scores and an “Ad­ vance” to discuss visions of quality, tentatively scheduled for August 14th. Brief reports from principals and program directors present. Frank Dunham entered the meeting at 8:00 p.m. 12. Additional agenda items: A motion was made by Sessions and supported by James to add approval to hire Robin Boyd to the agenda as item #8 under New Business. Motion carried 7­ 0. 13. MHSAA membership res­ olution: A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Favre to adopt the MHSAA reso­ lution of membership as pre­ sented for the 1999-2000 school year from August 1,1999 to July 31, 2000. Motion carried 7-0. 14. Contract for Second Chance facility: A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Favre to approve a month-bymonth agreement with Jeff Riggs to use the property at 217 Washington Street, Nashville to house the Second Chance pro­ gram for the 1999-2000 school year. Motion carried 7-0. 15. Grace Community Church rental agreement: A motion was made by Favre and supported by James to renew the rental agreement with the Grace Com­ munity Church through June 30, 2000. Motion carried 7-0. 16. Staff resignation: A motion was made by Favre and sup­ ported by Sessions to accept the _re_s_ig_n_a_t_io_n__o_f__R_o_b_in _S_t_a_rk_ _as__a_ special education teacher at Fuller Elementary. Motion car­ ried 7-0. 17. Request for release: A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Favre to ap­ prove the request to release Jon Mudry to attend Lakewood Pub­ lic Schools for the 1999-2000 school year. Motion carried 7-0. 18. Photography bids: A mo­ tion was made by Dunham and supported by Favre to award the agreement for photographic ser­ vices for the 1999-2000 school year to JH Photographic, pend­ ing satisfactory review of quality and service. Motion carried 7-0. 19. Jr/Sr High School hand­ book revision: A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Sessions to approve the addi­ tion of the guidelines for student conduct and respect, philosophy of discipline, responsible think­ ing process, discipline policy and responsible thinking center to the Jr/Sr High School Student Handbook as presented, effec­ tive with the beginning of the 1999-2000 school year. Motion carried 7-0. 20. New employee: A motion was made by Sessions and sup­ ported by Curtis to hire Robin Boyd as the teacher for the Early 4’s program. Motion carried 7-0. 21. Closed session: A motion was made by Favre and sup­ ported by Curtis to go into closed session for the purpose of dis­ cussing negotiations strategy. A roll call vote was taken as follows: Ayes: Avery, Curtis, James, Sessions, Favre, Dun­ ham and Callton. Motion carried 7-0. Open session resumed at 9:10 p.m. 22. Playground equipment: A motion was made by Favre and supported by Curtis to authorize Supt. Volz to order playground equipment for Fuller Elementary following discussion and clarifi­ cation to design with Capital Play Systems, low bidder during recent competitive bidding. Mo­ tion carried 7-0. There was general discussion regarding grounds and facilities. 23. Adjournment: A motion was made by Sessions and sup­ ported by James to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Motion carried 7-0. Approved August 9, 1999 Allison Avery, Secretary Board of Education THESE MINUTES ARE SUB­ JECT TO APPROVAL AT THE NEXT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION. (100) Business Services WORKFROMHOME: Grow­ ing company needs help. Earn between $500-$1,200 part-time/ full-time. Fun, easy, will train. Call for free 14 page booklet. 616-248-7779. www.cash91l.com/byrbest. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS, windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 Pennock Foundation grant to help area ambulance service The Pennock Foundation Board has announced ap­ proval of a grant request to the Nashville, Castleton, Maple Grove Ambulance Service to upgrade to ad­ vanced life support. The $12,000 grant from the Pen­ nock Foundation will be used to pay for a cardiac mon­ itor for the volunteer ambulance service. Since 1986, the Pennock Foundation has served as a catalyst for developing and supporting community and health im­ provement programs. The Pennock Foundation has granted more than $1 million for various programs and projects that directly benefit the community. Shown here are (from left) Amy Poholski, Barry County project medical director; Matthew Thompson, Pennock Hospi­ tal public affairs director; Ardie Reid, EMS coordinator, and Denice Scramlin, assistant EMS coordinator. 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There will be a plan walkthrough at 7:30 pm August 3, 1999 at the Opera House corner of First and Main in Vermontville, Please direct all other questions to Township Supervisor Russ Laverty 517 727-1115 after 6 pm M-F. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 27,1999 - Page 7 Track meet, continued from page 8 (first row, from left) Mitchell McClintock, Austin French, Deven Meade, Jesse Miller, James Conklin, Brandon Downing, Kody Olmstead; (second row) Kyle Fisher, Jorge Miller, Joshua Sams, Dusty Cowell, Tyler Tefft; (third row) Coach Mike Tefft, Coach Jeff Fisher and Coach Ken Cowell. Sugar Hut team takes tourney wii Mtt to'ta'Sani'feit DwPitWrml pri Top Soil 'Backhoe leta'ltete It ad Ml M He Northern Concret Pipe placed second in the league. Team members are (first row, from left to right) Chad Rhodes, Charles Wymer, Kyle Burns, Robert Selmslee, Ryan Schroder; (second row) Neva Rhodes, Austin Coplin, Johnny Currier, Chris Loveall, Quentin Lesage, Sam Thompson, Nick Nisse; (third row) Dan Rhodes, Janine Thompson. Cory Whitaker is not pictured. Mirfffi&ttss- The Dog House « ik % * Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Road Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer • FOR SALE • Maple Valley Schools is accepting bids on three used buses and one pickup truck which are described as follows: 83 International Chassis Model S-1700 84 International Chassis Model S-1700 Both buses have: • 6.9 diesel engine • Five speed standard transmission • 4-wheel hydraulic disk brakes • Carpenter body 65 passenger 1976 GMC 34--passenger special ed bus w/lift • No engine * Automatic transmission • Vacuum over hydraulic brakes 1974 International 4x4 Pickup • 345 Gas engine • Five speed standard transmission Bids will be received until August 6, 1999. All bids are to be clearly marked bus bid and sent to Clark Volz, Superintendent of Schools, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096. The board will act upon the bids at their regular meeting to be held August 9, 1999. The board reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and is not bound to accept the low bid. Buses may be inspected at our bus garage by contacting Pat Powers at 517-852-9421. Sugar Hut Cafe finished first in the annual Maple Valley Little League Pee Wee Boys Tournament. The baseball team became tournament champions with a 15-13 victory in the finals over Northern Concrete Pipe. To advance to the finals, Sugar Hut Cafe won a close game over Ohler Machine. Northern Concrete Pipe advanced to the finals with an 18-17 victory over Great lakes Transportation Consulting. The Maple Valley. Boys Pee Wee League would like to thank their sponsors, coaches, parents, fans, and the community. Gregory Hamilton shows the form that he hopes to win the gold with at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney. Howard, C. Coleman, 1:46; 4th-6th, VanEngen, Ewing, Koetje, Sparks, 1:27; 7th9th, Ewing, A. Clark, H. Clark, Malone, 1:05. Male: K-3rd, Ewing, Smith, Reid, Clark, 1:28; 4th-6th, Hart, Coplin, Sealy, Leap, 1:26. 400 M Dash Female: 4th-6th, Keely McMillon, 1:46; 7th-9th, Tara Gordenski, 1:40. Male: K-3td, Chris Clark, 1:43; 4th-6th, Adam Lamphere, 1:19. 3200 M Run Female: 7th-9th, Jessica Augustine, 19:59; 10th12th, Anna Augustine, 14:41; Adult, Sheila Miklusicak, 22:59. Male: 4th-6th, Mark Leep, 17:48; 7th-9th, Danny Sealy, 15:40; 10th12th, Jake Dadow, 14:37; Veterans, Scott Coleman, 14:43. 200 M Dash Female: K-3rd, Courtney Howard, 42.53; 4th-6th, Chelsea Martin, 39.72; 10th-12th, April Bennett, 32.78. Male: K-3rd, Austin Coplin, 49.52; 4th-6th, Jonathon Stevens, 42.78. Prediction Mile Female: 4th-6th, Meagan VanEngen, 4 minutes 6 seconds; 7th-9th, Jessica Augistine, 28 seconds; 10th-12th, Sonya 50,000 MILES, CD PLAYER, LOADED WITH MANY OP­ TIONS! WELL MAIN­ TAINED, LOOKS GREAT! ASKING $19,500. 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Orpha Enz Hours: 5 to 7 hours per day (depending on student and bus schedules) Qualifications: • High school graduate • Ability to work well with young adolescents who are disadvan­ taged or who have special needs • Must be flexible and self-directed in a variety of situations • Must demonstrate patience and compassion and be able to work under the supervision of a classroom teacher Duties may include • Taking directions from classroom teacher; assisting in the supervision, instruction and discipline of students in all schoolrelated settings. HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ 3085 Ext.#1400 24hrs. For Sale Auto all ages and all areas, even those who have not attended any practices or meets. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each individual event and the top two in the relay races. The meet will be held at the Maple Valley High School track. If you have any questions contactt Jerry Sessions after 4 p.m. at (517) 852-9826. POSITION OPENING MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Instructional Aide/Personal Care Aide Jr/Sr High School National Ads 1996 CHEVY Z-71 EX­ TENDED CAB, BLACK, Parshall, 36 seconds; Veterans, Mary Jo Coleman, 6 seconds. Male: K-3rd, Austin 4 minutes 43 Coplin, seconds; 4th-6th, Mark Leap, 4 seconds; 7th-9th, Danny Sealy, 1 minute 6 seconds; Veterans, Scott Coleman, 21 seconds. Friday, July 30th, the club will hold its annual Meet of Champions. This meet is open to athletes of Applications should be made to Beverley Black, Supervisor of Special Education, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by August 4, 1999. Substitute Cooks, Paraprofessionals, Bus Drivers and Custodians Maple Valley Schools is also looking for support staff substitutes. Application forms may be obtained at the Administration Office. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 27, 1999 - Page 8 Police searching for speeding driver An attempt by a Barry County Sheriffs deputy to stop a speeding car in Maple Grove Township July 15 led to an unsuccessful search for the driver using a Battle Creek City Police tracking dog, according to a report by the Barry County Sheriffs Department. Deputy Chris Yonkers encountered the driver northbound on M-66 near Butler Road at about mid- Two trailers taken from area property Police are hoping to re­ cover two trailers, a genera­ tor, a Skil saw and a weed whacker taken sometime be­ tween Wednesday, July 14, and Saturday, July 17, froig a Castleton Township resi­ dence. Trooper Aaron Steensma said one of the missing trailers is a six-foot by 12foot custom trailer with a five-foot gate on the back and a one-inch tube railing over a stained, brown, wood railing. The other trailer is a three-foot by six-foot utility trailer. Anyone with information about the disappearance of the items are asked to call the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police at 948-8262 or Silent Observer at 1-800-310-9031. The driver is thought to be a female or a slightlybuilt male with shoulder length or longer light brown or blond hair. Nashville man pleads guilty to Cobb probation violation Jeff Bumford, 33, of Nashville, pleaded guilty in Barry County Circuit Court earlier this month to violating his probation by committing the criminal act of illegal entry, which occurred on June 29 in Nashville. He also pleaded guilty to violating probation by consuming alcohol on June 7. Bumford was sentenced to continue probation and to serve an additional 38 days in jail. W MfSdOf & Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service , 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville M.V. summer track meet held night traveling in excess of 90 miles per hour, he said in his report. As Yonkers attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver entered a driveway, passed some nearby houses and continued onto a two-track into a field. Yonkers terminated his pursuit and continued to look for the vehicle, which he found lodged against some trees in a fence row with the driver missing. "The driver had fled on foot to the east," reported Yonkers. Mich. Lie. #23-1748 The following are results from the July 16 Maple Valley Track Club Summer Meet: Pole Vault Female: K-3rd, Courtney Howard, 4’; 7th9th, Heather Clark, 6’; 10th-12th, Sonya Parshall, 6’; Adult, Leanne Ericksen, 8’6”. Male: 10th-12th, Seth Nelson, 10’6”; Adult, Dave, 11’; Veterans, Kevin Patterson, 10’. Female: 4th-6th, Megan Howard, 3’; 7th-9th, Sadie Blodgett, 2’8”; 10th-12th, Yolanda Schriner, 4’8”. Male: 4th-6th, Adam Lamphere, 4’6”. Long Jump Female: K-3rd, Morgan Bennett, 6’8”; 4th-6th, Chelsea Martin, 9’4”; 7th9th, Kortney Ewing, 10’10”; 10th-12th, Leanne Erickson, 15’1”. Male: K-3rd, Chris Clark, 7’7”; 4th-6th, Jonathon Stevens,, 7’8”; 7th-9th, Eric Lamphere, 12’2”; 10th-12th, Justin Wolford, 15’2”; Adult, Jake Fuller, 17’ 1”; Veterans, Kevin Patterson, 14’2”. Shot Put Female: 4th-6th, Darcy Meade, 14’6”; 7th-9th, Nicole McMillon, 23’4”. Male: 7th-9th, Nick Ewing, 28’4”; 10th-12th, Phil Beemer, 45’; Veterans, Kevin Patterson, 40’4”. Discus Smoked Porlc Chops i 'i. rge Sweet Using all her might Courtney Howard, 8, set the K3rd pole vault record. 100 M Hurdles Female: 7th-9th, See track meet, pg. 7 Whole Strip Loins Roast 49 Fresh Large Sweet California antaloupes Kortney Ewing, 21.94; 10th-12th, Yolanda Schriner, 17.32. 70 M Dash Female: K-3rd, Courtney Howard, 13.42; 4th-6th, Chelsea Martin, 12.46. Male: K-3rd, Chris Clark, 14.17; 4th-6th, Adam Lamphere, 11.13. 100 M Dash Female: 7th-9th, Kortney Ewing, 15.93; 10th-12th, April Bennett, 15.06; Veterans, Rob Miklusicak, 14.94. 400 M Relay Female: K-3rd, C. Coleman, C. Howard, R. Female: 4th-6th, Darcy Meade, 37’9”; 7th-9th, Nicole McMillon, 69’8”. Male: 10th-12th, Phil Beemer, 109’7”; Veterans, Kevin Patterson, 125’3”. 800 M Run Female: 4th-6th, Emily Clark, 4:05. Male: K-3rd, Chris Clark, 4:05. 55 M Hurdles Female: K-3rd, Courtney Howard, 12.42; 4th-6th, Chelsea Martin, 11.18. Male: K-3rd, Chris Clark, 12.79; 4th-6th, Adam Lamphere, 9.49. ack Plums Floral Bouquets Hot Colors for Hot People (Orange, Hot Pink, Purple, Blue, Lime Green) $£99 Each 2% Milk Sour Cream $1099 FRENCH ONION CHiPD MIL# Gallon 50 Count, IGA 16 Ounce 89 ' SOUR <CREAM 16 Ounce Vermontville Grocery) | and Ph 72C-0M0 Fresh Meat Market IGA Plates Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-08-03.pdf d85c74eb1fb92f85db042acabb886cda PDF Text Text Publisher^ by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 31/August 3, 1999 Nashville family wins $1,000 in Chips Ahoy contest by Shawna Hubbarth Road resurfacing completed Main Street in Nashville was resurfaced by the Michigan Department of Transportation last week, alternating traffic and causing delays. Although the resurfacing and hassles for traffic lasted all last week, the result is a fresh look, and smooth surface for Main Street in Nashville. Staff Writer Imagine opening a bag of cookies and finding out you have won $1,000. Sound kind of crazy? But that's exactly what happened to the Silsbee family of Nashville. Many people play various sweepstakes and promo­ tional contests for years and never win. Whether it is prizes under soda caps, or peeling off "instant winnes" on fast food products, it seems everyone has at one time wondered, "What if?" The problem is usually you do not win. Sure there's the occasional free soda or cheeseburger, but many people start to wonder if anyone really wins these contests. Lori Silsbee thought the same thing until she was grocery shopping at Wal­ Mart in Charlotte recently when she purchased two bags of Chips Ahoy cook­ ies. She said she did not buy them because of a contest they were promoting, but to eat them, of course. The contest rules stated that if your cookies did not have chips, you were an in- New linoleum is currently being laid in the entrance way to the new gymnasium by Custom Cove and Tile. The patteren is a sort of sun ray design that includes blocks of gray, maroon, green, and blue tile. §ee pg. iq for more construction photos stant winner. She opened one bag, and sure enough found herself an instant winner. "The ticket said, 'Con­ gratulations! you have won $1,000 from Chips Ahoy!" said Lori. She said the whole family was surprised. Lori works at Michigan Magnetics in Vermontville and husband Barney works at J-Ad Graphics it?Hastings. Both are excited. "You just never know," said Lori. And how do they plan to spend the money? "The whole family is going on a big shopping trip!" Lori said, smiling. Acting chief wants to start Neighborhood Watch program by Shawna Hubbarth High school construction taking place this summer Lori Silsbee and her son Eric Hurlbut plan to shop, shop, shop with the money they won. StaffWriter Acting Police Chief Garry Barnes said he is looking for volunteers to start up a Neighborhood Watch pro­ gram in Nashville. Barnes, who has instituted several changes in the de­ partment since the departure of former Chief Bob Baker said he has heard of an inter­ est in the program, but has yet to see someone come forward. "The program's core is that it is grassroots," said Barnes. "It is a program of community policing and be­ ing aware and reporting what is happening in the neighborhood. It has been effective in other communi­ ties at lowering crime — theft, drug dealing, you name it." Barnes said that when he took over as acting chief, there seemed to be an inter­ est in starting the program. What he needs now is peo­ ple to be willing come to him and express interest. From there, he said he can arrange a meeting place and time and begin organizing the program. “We need to know how many people would like to start this so that we know how big a place to meet at and go from there.” - Acting Police Chief Garry Barnes "We need to know how many people would like to start this so that we know how big a place to meet at and go from there," he said. Barnes is encouraging in­ terested parties call the po­ lice station at 852-9866 or stop into the department. "We have instituted an open door policy — that is if an officer is in the office, the curtains are open, and so is the door. Just come on down, and when we get an idea of how many are inter­ ested, we can get this pro­ gram off the ground," the acting chief said. In This Issue • Police still probing embezzle ment case • Eaton pioneer families honored • Art in the Park starts Aug. 10 • M.V. little league closes out major boys’ season �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday August 3. 1999 - Page 2 Joint fiddlers' concert is Aug. 22 in Nashville The Nashville Strings and fiddlers Philharmonic will meet for ajoint concert Sun­ day, Aug. 22, at 2 p.m. The fiddle fest will take place at Nashville’s First Baptist Church, 312 Phillips St. in Nashville. The concert will mark the fourth time the student group from Saline (Mich.) has visited Nashville and the second time the two fiddle organizations have performed together. The concert is open to the public and anyone who is in­ terested in a fun afternoon of good company, excellent music and plain old-fash­ ioned fun is encouraged to attend. Fiddlers Philharmonic, under the direction of Bob Phillips, is a 32-member group of high school stu­ dents. Since their first sea­ son in August 1994, the goal ofthe group has been to pre- serve and perform tradi­ tional American fiddle mu­ sic for a variety of audi­ ences. In the five years that the group has been together, they have played over 380 times for hometown audi­ ences, across Michigan, in ten states, the District ofCo­ lumbia, and in three foreign countries. They have per­ formed twice in the White House as well as with and for a number ofwell known musicians including Mark O’Connor, Byron Berline, Sam Bush and Richard Greene. In June of this year they spent two weeks touring Scotland and Wales with Bonnie Rideout, a Saline alumnus and three-time American National Scottish Fiddle Champion, and gui­ tarist Al Petteway, who often works with Bonnie and is a distinguished musician in Save money with our multi-policy discount! hen you insure your car and home or mobile home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we'll save you money with their multi-policy discount! Mature policyholders can cam even greater savings. Contact our agency today! Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business The Fiddlers Philharmonic will combine talents with the Nashville Strings for a joint concert Sunday evening, Aug. 22. his own right. Over the years, audiences have included everyone: from school children, hospi­ tal patients, and proud grandparents to community leaders, business executives, and well-known celebrities such as Ed McMahon, Jeff Daniels and Gordie Howe. Mr. and Mrs. Willard My­ ers, members of the Nashville Strings, were first introduced to Fiddlers Phil­ harmonic back in the sum­ mer of 1995 at an annual fid­ dlers’ convention in Hills­ dale. The couple was im­ pressed with the skill of the young people and invited them to perform in Nashville that fall. This first invitation and performance has grown over the years and now in­ cludes joint concerts like the one planned for Aug. 22. “We look forward to this type of concert,” says Pam Phillips, business manager and wife of the director. “Sharing the stage with Lawn & Garden TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 WATER GARDENING Wa­ ter Lilies and Lotus, Aquatic plants, Goldfish and Koi, liners, pumps, filters. Apol’s Landscap­ ing Co. 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia. 616-698-1030 other musicians allows us to listen and learn while having a great time.” “These types of concerts allows us to get back to our roots,” adds Bob Phillips. “American fiddle music de­ veloped as groups of fid­ dlers from a variety ofback­ grounds gathered to play and share tunes. American fid­ dlers often know the same tunes, but the sounds can be a bit different because ofthe various regional influences.” There is no set admittance fee; a free-will offering will be collected following a per­ formance. Fiddlers Philhar­ monic is a non-profit, volun­ teer effort that is part of Saline’s Community Educa­ tion program. The Nashville Strings have been friends and sup­ porters ofthe Saline students since 1995. They have gen­ erously donated all proceeds from the Nashville concerts to the Fiddlers’ travel fund. These funds are then used to pay all or portions of the travel expenses for the stu­ dents on the annual tours. FOR SALE BY OWNER 3 bdrm., 1-1/2 bath ranch in Nashville, with finished basement, 2-1/2 car at­ tached garage, paved driveway, 1/2 acre lot in quiet Fuller Heights neighborhood. $99,000. Please call after 11 a.m. 517-852-9168 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School ................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ ....... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ................ 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....... ............ 7 Sunday School...... .9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .. ... 11 a.m. Evening Worship... ............. 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 1a.m. (Nursery Provided) .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ...... 11 a.m. Church School .. ...... 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship .................. ..... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School........................... 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School........................... 10 Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship ....... ... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worshi ........... 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON M O'l'M M MM M Sunday School................. 9:45 a m. A.M. Service....................... 11a.m. P.M. Service................................. 7 Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTOR . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School.... Worship................. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ............... 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service........... 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 3,1999 - Page 3 Kids at Putnam program make Aborigine jewelry Children form a circle to play "Blind man's bluff" after the library program. Children at the library program carefully string the beads onto thread. circle with one of them blindfolded in the middle. Another person waits to "be found" in the circle. egg toss, the pouch toss and feed the koala bear. Medals Next week promises lots of excitement with the Aussie Games planned at the usual program time, which is Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Though the ex­ act location of the games is not yet known, children should meet at the library. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Children at Putnam Li­ brary had a chance to make Aborigine jewelry at last week's summer program. Youngsters made neck­ laces with colored beads and a large pendant made from dough and painted with symbols. The pendants were made by Rosemary Myall and donated for the kids to use. They were made from com starch and baking soda and painted with spirals and snakes. Children also enjoyed sto­ ries read to them by Barbara Youngs, all of them contin­ uing with the Australian theme in this summer's & 1 will be handed out as prizes for the games. CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP &? CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. 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The other programs are set for Aug. 17 and 24, same time and place. Carla Rumsey and Marsha Grant will handle those pro­ grams. The craft sessions are aimed for children ages 4-12 to be creative and perhaps pick up a new hobby. The program is sponsored by the Vermontville Historical So­ ciety and it is free ofcharge. In case of rain, the pro­ grams will be held at the Methodist Church. Turtles’ lives examined at Vermontville library program by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The life of a turtle was thoroughly examined at the Vermontville Library pro­ gram last week when natu­ ralist Paul Roose and his storyteller wife Stevanna presented legends and facts about the hard shelled ani­ mal. Children had a chance to see live turtles and touch a snapping turtle shell. Paul talked about the snapping turtle and asked the children if they had ever been bitten by a turtle. No one raised their hand. "Snapping turtles like wa- ter," he said. "The turtles that bite are usually the ones that can't hide under their shell. They cannot hide and so they bite as a de­ fense." He also told about the habitat of the turtle and ways to protect living re­ sources. Stevanna told a Native American legend ofhow the turtle got his shell. She told the children that in this leg­ end the four legs represent the four seasons and the four directions. One of the highlights of the program were the Rooses showing the chil- dren how to do finger play rhymes. They sang about the turtle while doing finger motions that went along. Card OfThanks THE FAMILY OF FERN HAWBLITZ is so very thank­ ful for all the flowers, prayers, cards, memorial donations and love and concern shown during the illness and passing of our mother, grandmother, great­ grandmother, and great-great­ grandmother. We are very grate­ ful to Dr. Scott Brasseur and the 2nd floor nurses at Pennock Hospital for the very gentle and loving care. 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David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 YOU ARE INVITED COMBINE of Hastings’lnc SERVICE CLINIC Join us on... Monday, Aug. 9 1 Starting at 7:00 pm Vermontville man joins NCSC at Michigan State Nick Thompson of Vermontville has accepted membership in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and will be hon­ ored during a campus cere­ mony this fall at Michigan State University. The NSCS is a selective, national, non-profit honors organization. Founded in 1994, it recognizes first and second year undergraduate students who excel academi­ cally. The society was estab­ lished on the principle that with scholarship comes a responsibility to develop leadership and a duty to per­ form service. “NSCS provides the opportunity for students, like Nick to be recognized for their outstanding acade­ mic accomplishments early in their college experience,” said Steve Loflin, NSCS This will give you a “hands on” opportunity to learn many useful tips to help your combine operate at its peak efficiency. We will go over many of the features and adjustments of John Deere combines and header equipment. You will have op­ portunities to discuss your equipment with the experts from John Deere and from Fillmore Equipment. Sunfield Friends of the Library meet, plan upcoming Farmers Picnic finalize plans for the upcom­ finance Friends of the ing Farmers Picnic activities. Library projects and activi­ The Friends help sponsor ties. the summer reading program “Be a Friend, Lend a at the library and as a finale Hand,” was the slogan Eaton County will sponsor the summer agreed to help promote the reading program at the many ways a volunteer can victim advocate library and as a finale will help the library. These prac­ sponsor Ming the tical actions include helping unit established Magnificent on Saturday to put books back on the The Eaton County afternoon of the Farmers shelves to the detailed cata­ Sheriff’s Department has Picnic weekend. It was loging of the collection of announced the formation of decided to ask the children old Sunfield sentinels so the a victim advocate unit. of the summer reading pro­ information can be put on The responsibilities of a gram to walk in the parade computer. The librarian has a victim advocate are to com­ with the Friends group. complete list for anyone who fort and help victims and The Friends are still wishes to give an hour or make appropriate referrals to accepting book donations two to the library. agencies and services avail­ for the used book sale to be The sorting of donated able to them, serve as a go- held during the Farmers books is ongoing. Residents between for victims, their Picnic. Donations may be are encouraged to clean out families, and police officials brought up to the library any their closets and shelves and and emergency service time during open hours. get unwanted books up to providers, accompany vic­ Money raised will be used to the Sunfield Library soon. tims to the hospital, police station or shelter as needed, aid and educate victims as to Trim Your their rights, crime victim’s Home compensation and the crimi­ nal justice system. Insurance Qualified advocates must Rates! be at least 21 years of age, complete an application, consent to a criminal history You work hard to care for your home. So do check and participate in we, offering many discounts to trim your costs. Your home deserves the best coverage that Lynn Denton interviewing. They must money can buy, but why spend more than 4695 Middleville successfully complete and necessary? Find out about all the discounts you Rd. (M-37), pass the victim assistance may qualify for. Call Today. 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Executive Director. “Nick will also have the opportuni­ ty to join other high achiev­ ing college students in developing leadership skills and a sense of civic respon­ sibility.” Thompson also participat­ ed in a Study Abroad pro- Cobb 2900 North M-43 Highway - Hastings, Michigan Phone: 616-945-9526 K31 Fillmore Nick Thompson gram through Michigan State University this sum­ mer. He and 24 others trav­ eled to New Zealand and Australia for one month to study agricultural, environ­ mental and social systems. “This was an incredible experience to learn about different countries and how their agriculture and natural resources work in their part of the world,” . said Thompson. Highlights included tours ofvarious farms and agricul­ tural companies, as well as stop in Sydney, the home of the 2000 Olympics. The group toured the Olympic Park to learn of the steps being taken to reduce pollu­ tion and conserve energy in its construction. Nick is the son of Judy and Dave Tuckey of Vermontville and Julie and Mike Thompson of McBain. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat.7 to 2 945-9526 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $ 15,500 OBO. 948 948-­ 0502 p/1 ■Vi. ldclie s gniaaneniT 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �W W <>$» * JS; J? ’ I ■ 6) ft? *»£**« With the close ofthe 1999 Eaton County Fair many youth complete their show­ ing season but for some, one big show remains. The 1999 State 4-H Horse Show will be held Aug. 13­ 15 on the Michigan State University campus at the livestock pavilion. In order to compete at the show, youth must qualify by win­ ning in the rigorous state show classes at the fair. They can compete in pleasure horse and pony classes or gymkhana. Representing the Eaton County 4-H program as 1999 delegates and alter­ nates will be: • Horse delegates are Cora Ann Kosbar, Amy Lawless, Amber Dick, Kari Duffey, Cheryl Duffey, Erin Duffey, Allison Haring, all of Grand Ledge; Sara Swafford and Heather Whitcomb from Bellevue; Erica Woodward, Charlotte and Melanie Shancc, Nashville. • The pony delegate is Kaylene Rutledge, Vermont­ ville. • Gymkhana delegates are Adam Auvenshine, Char- I‘litrit 1 M1 ,* FORECLOSED HOMES 1 , “ Wriffiiidit-,. Mtafckriafr FiB® sMiKtofete/o 1118 ^jofikfei diiWsaniii iitoniMlffij Low or $0 Down! Gov’t & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Local Listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5224 lotte, and Stacey Rugg, Bellevue. Alternates are horse, Brooke Haring, Vermont- Nashville acting Police Chief Garry Barnes has re­ ported that information about a second recent embezement case in Nashville cannot be released because the case is still under inves­ tigation. Barnes said that though he is willing to release infor­ mation when an arrest is made, at the time the matter fl taWita tai. Kil is still pending. Barnes said a recent article in the Maple Valley News about attempts to obtain information concerning these cases made it seem as if he was uncooperative, which he said was not true. Barnes said the situation was due to miscommunica­ tion, and that he is more than willing to provide in­ formation as soon as the case is no longer under in­ vestigation. Officer Chris Hanson received a commendation award from the Nashville Village Council July 8 for his work on this case and another similar embezzle­ ment case. Two Eaton volunteers win Emerald Award For the fifth year, the Eaton County Fair Board has honored Fred Good and Nancy Thelen, two outstand­ ing volunteers, with the Emerald Award. The Emerald Award is given to individuals, who as volunteer leaders, distin­ guished his or herself with service to youth through the Eaton County Fair. Good, a beef farmer in Charlotte, has given decades of his time to support fair activities that allows youth to build their skills in pro­ duction agriculture. According to Heather Good, 4-Her and Fred’s grand­ daughter, “Grandpa’s middle wHtaj. ilok Iksrtpfteb ■> ijk gymkhana, Chris Munson, Charlotte, and Melissa Jewell, Bellevue. Police still probing embezzlement case ntatopcitaH ! ville; Crystal Wawiemia, Mulliken; and Jessica Jarvis, Eaton Rapids; pony, Mikaela Lampman, Vermontville, 2nd Shift Supervisor H&L Mfg. in Caledonia is currently seek­ ing a highly motivated individual to man­ age its 2nd shift. Must be a leader and team player. Knowledge in wire process­ ing and insert injection molding is a plus! Apply at 122 Main St., Caledonia, MI 49316 $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) - ALL JOB SEEKERS - name is cattle! His passion is kids and cattle.” Thelen was 4-H Youth Agent for 10 years, starting in 1979. During those years, the 4-H youth development program grew and many children learned skills that they use now as adults. Surplus food distribution set Capital Area Community Services, located at 1370 N. Clinton Trail in Charlotte, will be distributing USDA Commodity Foods Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 10, 11 and 12, from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. This is an income-based program for any Eaton County resident. To apply, interested residents should bring proof of current 1999 household income to the CAC’s office Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 543-5465. 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Gov't& Bank Repos being sold Now! Financing available! Local list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. Garry and Ellen Lepley of rural Carson City announce the engagement of their daughter, Danielle Louise, to Wayne Wesley Moore, son of Orvin and Nancy Moore ofNashville. The future bride is a 1996 graduate of Carson City­ Crystal High School and will graduate from Baker College in December with an associate degree in occu­ pational therapy. She is em­ ployed by Metron of Green­ field in the recreational ther­ apy department. lege. He is currently emThe future groom, is a ployed by Gordon’s Food 1996 graduate of Maple Val­ Service of Grand Rapids in ley High School of the shipping department. Nashville, and attended A Sept. 11, wedding is Montcalm Community Col- planned. HELP US HELP OTHERS “Even though Nancy worked as a paid professional, she gave tirelessly to the fair in support ofthe youth,” stated Theo Savage, president of the Eaton County Fair Board. 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State Nashville, MI 49073 (517) 852-0713 (517) 852-0882 We Ship UPS Open: Monday - Saturday; 8:00 am to 5:30 pm VISA EOE �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday August 3, 1999 - Page 6 Eaton pioneer families honored Stories of hard work, sac­ rifice and dedication to building a life in the new frontier of Michigan carried the theme of Eaton County Pioneer Families at this year’s Senior Citizens Day at the fair July I4. ' The collection of stones contnbuted from county res­ idents, traced most of their families back before 1850. Conditions in Michigan were not pleasant; the densi­ ty of the forests in Eaton County, swamps, wild ani­ mals, loneliness and isola­ tion were real issues that the pioneers faced daily. Thankfully, the Indians liv­ ing in the area were friendly. Distances to acquire goods, services, or help of any kind were, many times, impossible. Many died, many gave up, but the stories shared were of handy indi­ viduals who stayed and built this area into the Eaton County oftoday. Ofthe families featured in the booklet “Pioneer Families of Eaton County,” five families were recog­ nized for being able to track back to the earliest times. They were: • The Francis Field Family from the Gresham area traced to the early 1830s. Information submitted by Harriet Field of St. Johns. • The Jonathan and Samuel Searles family, com­ ing to the City of Charlotte area in 1835. Information was submitted by Jacqueline Adams of Charlotte. • The Thomas Bateman family arriving in Eaton VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 S. Main Street,Vermontville 517-716-1 111 Hours: Mon. - Sat 8 am-8 pm; Sun. 10 am-5 pm County in the fall of 1835 to Hamlin Township. Inform­ ation was submitted by Helen R. Twitchell, Dim­ ondale. • The Robert Rix family, arriving in the Oneida area in January of 1836. Inform­ ation was submitted by Joan Wilmore of Charlotte. • The Charles E. Scott family, arriving in the Bellevue Township area in 1836 and living there for three years, then moving to Walton Township in 1839 in Allegan County. Information Frost Heating & Cooling, Inc. Quality, Value & Service Frost Heating & Cooling and Kent Oil & Propane have joined forces ...to provide over 60 years of combined experience in home heating fuels as well as heating and cooling in­ stallation and service. This alliance will allow us to provide our products and service in a much wider area serving the Lake Odessa, Nashville and surrounding areas. Please give us a call for your heating and cooling needs at: Nashville Lake Odessa 517-852-9565 616-374-7595 Don M. Hulbert was submitted by Emma Gilbert, Charlotte. SUNFIELD - Don M. Committee members par­ Hulbert, bom June 4, ticipating this year were Jane 1937, in Howard City, Fell from Dimondale and passed away July 28, Deb Biehler, Hazel Hart, 1999, at the age of 62. Gaynell and Louis Haley Mr. Hulbert had retired and Marilyn Briggs all ofthe from General Motors, was Charlotte area. Master of a member of several ceremony was Howard community organizations, Saums of Charlotte. and enjoyed hunting, Participation at this year’s fishing, and golfing. event brought residents from Mr. Hulbert is survived all over the county. A few of by his wife, Linda Kay; the books, prepared for this two daughters, Cindi event, are still available at (Jerry) LaDere and Sandy the Extension Office. (Michael) Duer; three step sons, Ward (Cindy) Smith, Bill (Angie) Smith, and Peter (Mindy) Smith; nine Mizuno Golf Tournament a swinging success A number of area linksters have prospered and carded top scores this summer during the course of the Mizuno Junior Golf Tournament season. Those locals who have taken part include Steve Obreiter (Hastings), Katie Welton (Hastings), Kyle Kwasny (Delton), Brian Burt (Maple Valley), Pat Chaffee (Maple Valley), Andy Elliott (Lakewood), Mike Willette (Middleville) and Josh Doe (Hastings). Obreiter has competed in all seven tournament events, placing first at Grand Ledge June 18 (one under par, 71), first at the Hastings Country Club July 9 (one Obituaries grandchildren; one sister, Kay (Max) Miller; and many nieces and nephews. Graveside Services for Mr. Hulbert were held Saturday, July 31, 1999 at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to a Golf Scholarship Fund at Grand Ledge Meadows, c/o the family, or to the Polio Association in memory of Mr. Hulbert. Arrangements were made by Gorsline-Runciman, Lansing Chapel. Hospital Auxiliary plans pig roast in Charlotte Aug. 6 over par, 73), second at Mullenhurst July 19 (three over par, 75) and third at Hayes Green Beach Take-out is available. Saranac's Morrison Lake Memorial Hospital Auxil­ Cost is adults, $6 and ages July 16 (one over par, 71). iary in Charlotte will have a 12 and under, $3. This summer, the pig roast Friday, Aug. 6, Tickets are available at the tournament schedule from 4 to 7 p.m. at the hospital gift shop and at the consists of eight Charlotte VFW, 695 Lansing door. competitions, up from six St. stops in the inaugural campaign. Welton also captured a second place at Mullenhurst with a score of 95. Kwasny won a Mullenhurst with a one over par, 73. LANSING — Steve Maple Valley's Chris Lentz Burt carded a first at the Obreiter, Sean Moran and (94 in Flight C), Maple Mullenhurst tournament Lindsay Iding each won Valley's Pat Chaffee (90 in with an 84 and tied for scholarships through Flight B) and Lakewood's second at Morrison Lake Mizuno Junior Golf Junior Andy Elliott (103 in Flight with another 84. Golf as the three received B). Chaffee also won a their awards last Thursday Top scores were turned in tournament title with an 83 (July 29) at the tournament by Glenn Desgranges (71), in the C division at finale held at the Lansing Josh Valenic (71) and Scott Morrison Lake. At Hastings Country Club. Mateer (72). Country Club, the Lion Obreiter, of Hastings, Mobile Homes swinger had a third place, will receive a $500 88. scholarship from Mizuno as ABANDONED REPO - Bank Elliott scored an 85 at will Moran, of Southfield, needs someone to assume pay­ Willow Wood in Portland and Iding, of Lansing. ments on huge 3 bedroom home. June 26, an 87 at Ionia and Obreiter attends Hastings Will move if necessary. 1 -800­ an. 89 at Sunfield's High School, Moran 672-9604.___________________ Centennial Acres Golf Southfield and Iding preps at FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several Course. Lansing Catholic Central. banks, they are eager to sell Willette's best scores Obreiter carded an 85 in homes they have repossessed. No included an 87 at Morrison Flight A at the Lansing application fee if you mention Lake and a 94 at Country Club event. this ad. 1-800-672-9604. Mullenhurst. Other area linksters who REPO: MUST SELL will look Doe managed an 83 at took part in the tournament at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Willow Wood, an 83 at were Delton's Kyle Kwasny Will move if necessary. 1-800­ Mullenhurst and an 84 at with a (78 in Flight A), 672-9604.___________________ Morrison Lake. ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will The number of move if necessary. Call Delta participants has nearly Lions' football Homes, 1-800-968-7376. doubled from last year's FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by field, as 150 golfers have practices purchasing one of our many taken part in the traveling repossessed homes. Payments competitions that test a starting up less than rent. Call Delta golfer's skills. Homes, 1-800-968-7376. Maple Valley High There are three boys' FOR SALE: 14X56 mobile divisions (A, B and C) and School football players will home in Barry’s resort, lot #17, begin practices Monday, one girls' division (G). With $7,900 OBO. 616-945-5985. each round of golf, the area Aug. 9 behind the high NEED BUSINESS CARDS, school. These practices are athletes also receive a lunch. envelopes, brochures or more, Winners of the tournaments for gridders in the 9th-12th call J-Ad Graphics at 616-945­ receive trophies, while grades. 9554 runner-ups take home medals. Mike Booher, the golf coach at Maple Valley High School started the tournament tour so "the kids in this area could play" competitively over the summer months. The numbers and enthusiasm during the program's second A gift to the Barry Community Founda­ year show that his idea was tion is used to help fund activities a solid one. This year, the throughout our county in the name of Mizuno Junior Tour will the person you designate. award three $500 Ask your funeral director for more information scholarships through a on the Barry Community Foundation random drawing. Mizuno Junior Golf closes out tournament season L or call 945-0526. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 3, 1999 — Page 7 Erika Krolik a success on and off the field By Nick Kacher standing on the podium at the Lansing Honor Roll Meet... that was cool, too.” Earning 10 varsity letters may seem like a lot, but it was not enough to keep Krolik busy. She was also a member of the National Honor Society and the Spanish Club. While Krolik seems to be able to handle pretty much anything, it never hurts to have support. She found that support in her family. “My parents were at every event, no matter how far away it was,” Krolik said. “I always had cheerleaders.” Next year, Krolik will move on to bigger and better things. In the fall, she plans to attend Hope College, where She is thinking about studying StaffWriter KWi Jj ' tifSffiWIftli 52561 Ma tents'll WVilsfljiUj taap, i i500 Mfa fca£ WBM *» tdmuitp Luffli. Mtttefain imu . — mt mi»B» ;Lj ffi, ItKfMrt ii«5n I UlSli mffltin® Kiio j®#®1® On the playing field — whatever one it may be — Erika Krolik, a recent graduate of Maple Valley High School, is truly one of the best. In the classroom she is the best. For Krolik, it is basketball in the fall, volleyball in winter, and track and field in spring. Yet, no matter what the season, Krolik has always been a star student. All schools have an Athlete of the Year, and all schools have a valedictorian. But not in many schools is that person one and the same. 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Hastings, Ml Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat.7 to 2 945-9526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 3, 1999 - Page 8 Maple Valley Little League closes out major boys’ season <4 Second in the season was Vermontville United Methodist. Team members are (front row) Oran McCauley, Kyle Johnson, Jason Woods, Jon Stafford, Spencer Balcom; (back row) Jeff Bowman Jr., Coach Jeff Bowman Sr., Adam Moody, Eric Turner, head coach Fred McCauley and Mike Terpening. Not present, Brett Smith and Chris Morris. Hummell's Auto Body placed first in the season. Team members are (front row) A.J. Olmstead, Chad Tait; (middle row) Michael Furlong, Justin Starks, Matt Conklin, sponsor Brett Furlong, Matt Scramlin, Derek Ripley, Ben Fox, Scott Setchfield; (back row) Mark Rodriguez, assistant coach Earl Furlong, head coach Kevin Ripley Sr., Jordy Hulsebos, assistant coach Russ Furlong. Four teams played in the Maple Valley Little League major boys division this yea and earned medals and trophies by placing first or second in either the regular VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP ...will be accepting sealed bids for construction of a ramp, constructed to ADA standards for the Opera House in Vermontville, Michigan until 6:00 pm on August 16, 1999. For a copy of the prints and proposal, call Mrs. Irma Gene Baker at 517 726-0050 between 8 am and 5 pm M-F. All sealed bids must be received by the Township Clerk, Marcia Grant at 5150 Round Lake Rd., Vermontville, Ml 49096. There will be a plan walk­ through at 7:30 pm August 3, 1999 at the Opera House corner of First and Main in Vermontville, Please direct all other questions to Township Supervisor Russ Laverty 517 727-1115 after 6 pm M-F. season or the tournament. In regular season play, Hummells Auto Body came in first followed by Vermontville United Methodist. 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Construction continues at the new gym at the high school. The new bleachers were recently installed. You Got Game?...Here's Your <hance To Show! When astings Summerfest turd ay, August 28 Fish Hatchery Park Not only is work still being done on the new gym at the high school, the "old" gym was recently received a complete cleaning, was resanded, and repainted. The older bleachers were also updated so that they will fold and unfold with the touch of a button instead of manually. Here, fresh painted new grates are put onto the gym walls. Check In 7: 30 a.m. i Tournament Tips At 8: 00 a.m. ijti Cost $25 per team of three or four players. Mail applications to Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce 113^ Court St., Hastings, Ml 49085 Make Checks payable to Hastings Summerfest More info call Jim Jensen 945-9554 Pat Geistel lays new linoleum in the hallway near the new gym at the high school. 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We can help you achieve the look you want in your next printing project with state-of-the-art typesetting and creative design. Barry County's Most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY IMUAIAILIII IIXMIUr SERVICE COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND Cn o UCceC TI rPcPuD OFFSET PRINTING — LOCATED AT — 1952 N. Broadway (Just North of City Limits) Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616) 945-5078 (616) 945-5192 fax 144 S. Cochran (Right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 (517) 543-2272 fax �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 3,1999 - Page 12 Effort pays off for Maple Valley’s Phenix Brandon Phenix is not an individual who needs to be pushed into finding success. But he does give special credit to one athlete who helped him out tremendously along his athletic trail. That athlete is Brian Hopkins who was a senior at Maple Valley High School when Phenix was just a freshman. Phenix watched Hopkins' work and his efforts inspired him to acquire his own successes. Hopkins played football, basketball and ran track for the Lions. In track, Hopkins holds the school record in the open 400meter run with a time of 50.9 seconds. "It was cool to see Brian working; he was the hardest working one, putting out the best effort," Phenix said. ‘ Track and field is the sport that Phenix feels was his overall best. Qualifying for the State finals twice helped to confirm his thought. "Track was the sport I thought I was the best at, but I hated it the most because it was hard," Phenix said. "When it comes race time, you go out there and you work hard." Phenix was Maple Valley High School's track "Most Valuable" athlete in both his junior and senior seasons. One of his best efforts came at the 1999 Eaton County Meet, where he ran for first place honors. Being fast is one thing, according to Phenix, but it is also the drive that helps to put a runner into winning contention. "That's the truth," Phenix said when asked about the importance of perseverance. "You may be the fourth fastest on the team, but when it came to the open 400, nobody came close. That's all it is, the effort. You can make up for a lot of things by just putting out a good effort." Plenty of effort went into Phenix' two trips to the State finals during his sophomore and junior years. His regional championship as a sophomore also required some dedication. Both times at the State finals, Phenix competed in the 300-meter hurdles. In the open 400, his personal best was a 52.1, but he was always chasing Hopkins' 50.9. Track, you could say, is in Phenix's bloodlines. His older sister, Jennifer, holds hurdling records at Maple Valley High School, his father, Tony, is the Lions' hurdling coach and his younger brother, Devin, is an up-and-coming prospect running at the junior high level. Basketball has been a hobby of Phenix's ever since his childhood and he competed as a Lion eager for the past four seasons, the final two on varsity. In 1998, he was a team captain and started as a point guard. His talents, and efforts, earned him Maple Valley's "Most Valuable Player" award, although he says "it wasn't very prestigious" because of the team's rocky road on the courts. "It was tough," Phenix said of his senior stanza when the Lions' hoopsters went winless. Still there were a few shining moments such as the season's final game when Phenix netted 11 points against rival Olivet. Or the Lansing Christian contest that wasn't decided until the final seconds. "We almost beat them (Lansing Christian)," Phenix said. "It was the closest game and it came down to a last second shot." Basketball, in Phenix' opinion, is just as much about effort and determination than it is about height and speed. "Because you don't have 2 halves per pkg., Split Whole Fryer Chickens Fryer Chickens Brandon Phenix was a three-sport star for the Lions in basketball, soccer, and track and also played a season of football at M.V. to be fast and you don't have to be tall," Phenix explained. "As long as you have a good shot, you can be a good player." Phenix ran two years of cross country during his freshman and junior seasons, serving as a team captain during his junior campaign. ' An avid soccer player, Phenix helped to start the soccer club at Maple Valley High School in 1998 and a couple of victories highlighted that inaugural season. He admits that he is a "terrible soccer player," but says effort helped him to succeed on the fields. 5# or More, Fresh I Ground J Chuck "That's going to be on­ going," stated Phenix of the club's future. "A lot of schools have soccer teams, so we thought that we could (as well)." As a sophomore, Phenix played one season with the Lions' junior varsity football team, but returned to running the following year. All of the sports Phenix took part in helped to improve his work ethic, something that has benefited him in many facets ofhis life. "Sports have helped to tune my work ethic, Phenix said. "It taught me that you have to have a strong work ethic for anything." To honor Phenix's athletic efforts, Maple Valley High School named him its top senior male athlete for the 1998-99 school year. Tyson Vorce, who played football and basketball, also was recognized for his skills in sports by the Lions' coaches and administrators. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 32/August 10,1999 Water system upgrade top Nashville priority by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Upgrading the current wa­ ter system and the Reed Street project were declared priority projects for the vil­ lage after last week's special council meeting to discuss village priorities. The meeting was held to assess where the village was headed in terms of long and short term goals. Many projects were passed around the table, but council members seemed to agree that upgrading the cur­ rent water system was a top priority. The village re­ cently received the master plan for the water system, which spells out the needs of the system. Village President Dennis Mapes explained after the meeting, "I think we pretty well came to the conclusion that our number one priority is possible upgrading to the water system, and Reed Street." Reed Street will get im­ provements in the year 2001. Council members re­ cently delayed the improve­ ments so that they could possibly do water work when the street was already torn up, thus saving money for the village. "The water master plan told us what our needs were now we just have to deter­ mine how much we can af­ ford," Mapes said. "Whatever we do we have to raise money for bond­ ing... this will increase wa­ ter rates. What we need to do is determine where we are at in relation to other com­ munities (water rates)." Mapes explained how the water pressure on the north' and south side of town is very poor. "The current mains are four inch on the north and See water system, pg. 3 Vermontville Jr. Farmers win many awards at fair Vermontville 4-Hers brought home many awards from the Eaton County Fair held last month. The 4-Hers enjoyed a fun filled and hard working week, making new friends, showing their projects, and receiving recognition for their hard work. The Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H club took top honors in many categories. Many youngsters showed livestock, and many chose to compete in the non livestock competition. Non-livestock projects include a wide range of topics, from glass etching to photography to canning. Many 4-Hers worked with their animals for months in preparation for the fair. Animals shown included rabbits, poultry, goats, dogs, horses, beef, lambs and sheep. All of the species partici­ pated in the Barn Awards. The Vermontville Jr. Farmers won first place in four divisions: poultry, rab­ bits, veal and sheep. Many hours ofhard work went into earning these platings. In the non-livestock judg­ ing, the following received top or honorable mention awards: Nicole Rucinski, sewing; Jeff Rumsey, comSee fair winners, pg. 2 The Vermontville Junior Farmers enjoyed many awards and titles at the Eaton County Fair this year. Second Chance students beautify school grounds by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Students in the Second Chance program have been hard at work this summer beautifying the grounds around Maplewood Elemen­ tary School. The students are part of a program for non-violent youth offenders. The pro­ gram combines school and community service in a structured environment. The young people are currently using a portable behind the high school. One of the community service projects has been landscaping around Maple- wood. Students have been working on the grounds for six weeks. They have weeded, took barren soil out and put in topsoil. They have also planted shrubs and trees. "We have dug out about five or six inches of soil all around the school. The soil Jenny MacLeod and Josh McLaughlin put in bushes around the Maplewood as part of the Second Chance community service project. These are some ot the students responsible for the landscaping , and grounds beautification done around Maplewood school. From left, Jamie Norris, Arron Faust, Josh McLaughlin, Jason Richardson, Jenny MacLeod, and Joe Robinson IV. was really hard and ragged before," said student Arron Faust. "We had to bring in new soil by wheelbarrows, lay it and then plant the shrubs. We also planted dogwoods by the windows. It looks good." Youth counselor Crystal Schlapp agreed. "It looks 110 percent bet­ ter. These kids have worked really hard and have done a great job. They really have it in them." In This Issue... • Japanese artists visiting Nashville organ museum • Putnam Library readers enjoy ‘Aussie Olympics’ • PTO getting ready for new school year • Sunfield Historical Society is Farmers Picnic honoree �puters; Beth Mulvany, sewing, glass etching and calligraphy; Samantha Mater, photography, glass etching, canning (Ball award, state Fair gold rib­ bon); Greg Rathbum, plants; Jessica Roll, cross stitch; Chris Eldred, photography; Laura Hillard, glass etching; ing; Kyndra Root, glass etching, pies, cake decorat­ ing, buymanship, sewing; Kaleb Root, glass etching; The Vermontville Junior Farmers poultry members, (front row, from left) Emily Eldred, Kaleb Root, and Katie Eldred, (back row, from left) Kyndra Root, Beth Mulrany, Sami Mater, Mike Mater, Chris Eldred, and Patrick Mulrany. These five young ladies took home top honors during the Eaton County Fair. Small animal participants were, (from left) 5th place Katie Eldred, 4th place Jessica Cowell, 3rd place Sami Mater, 2nd place Sami Cowell, and 1st place Kyndra Root. Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. ■4 hen you buy your lite insurance from us through Autowncrs Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll save you money. As an independent AutoOwners agent, we lake great interest in you — as well as your home and car. We are specialists in insuring people and the things they own. vluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business Tkl'No P/MmfiofA" TRUMBLE AGENCY 517-726-0580 178 Main • Vermontville • Jessical Lowell, string art, photography, glass etching, (judge’s choice); Mike Mater, teen leader; Katie Eldred, photography, cake decorating; Autumn Pierce, padded album; and Justin Roll, glass etching. Vermontville Jr. Farmers also received 16 top ten awards for their efforts in the flower bed. Poultry members also received many awards. Sami Mater had the champion younger breeder pen and the reserve champion single bantam pullet. Katie Eldred received a reserve champion for her breeder pen and a reserve champion for her large male bird. Patrick Mulvany owns the grand champion large female bird. Kyndra Root had the grand champion large male bird and the best of show in the guinea class. Kaleb Root was the best of show overall with his cochin hen. Poultry showmanship was exciting. Katie Eldred, Sami Mater and Patrick Mulvany all placed first in their class­ es. Taking second place hon­ ors were Kyndra Root, Kaleb Root and Beth Mulvany. Mike Mater placed third. Emily Eldred was fourth and Chris Eldred fifth. Sami Mater won reserve champi­ on showmanship. The rabbit project mem­ bers also had a good show day. Krystal Root and Kyndra Root placed first in their showmanship classes. Sami Mater placed second, Beth Mulvany second, and Patrick Mulvany each placed third in their respective classes. Justin McMillen and Autumn Pierce each took home fifth place honors. Nick Ewing received sev­ enth place. Breed classes went very well, with meat rabbits earn­ ing awards. Aaron Curtis won two best of breed awards with his mini-lop rabbit. Autumn Pierce also took best of breed with her champagne D’Argent rabbit &J & Kyndra Root won reserve champion showman honors. In the beef division Laura Hillard won third place hon­ ors. Jeff Rumsey also placed third. Jay Hillard received fifth place. Justin roll was an eight place winner. Brian Rumsey got ninth place hon­ ors and James Hillard won 10th place. Jessica Cowell placed ninth and Sami Cowell won first in her showmanship class. Dusty Cowell placed first and received reserve cham­ pion showman. Chris Rumsey won second place in his class. Dusty Cowell also took second place and reserve champion with his veal calf. Chris Rumsey had fifth place. Continued next page CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP & ! & CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School ................... 10a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................. 7 Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .............. ,11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............ 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship .................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 Fellowship Tinfe After Worship REV. ALAN METTLER Meeting at Maple Valley High School FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Youth Groups. Bible Study and many other activities. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School .................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class...................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN HORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School ■ 9:45a A M. Service 11 a P.M. Service...................................7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTOR . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. m. S.unday Schoo W.orship.......... .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .............. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .......... .11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service ... ..7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 10,1999 - Page 3 From previous page In the feeder calf division, Sami Cowell received first place. Brian Rumsey second place and Justin Rumsey received third place. For their market steers Laura Hillard earned third place honors. Jay Hillard, second place, James Hillard received fifth place, Sami Cowell seventh and Jessica Cowell earned fourth place and seventh place for her market steers. In the dog division, Sami Mater received third in showmanship, seventh in the agility class and I Oth for obedience. Dusty Cowell received fifth in showman­ ship. Nicole Rusinski earned a second in showmanship, fourth in obedience and a first in agility. Katie Rusinski won sixth place honors in showmanship and fourth in obedience. In showmanship for the sheep division, Laura Hillard won second place in her class and won grand champion novice showman. Bryan Smith earned third, Josh Norton won second place, emily Eldred, Katie Eldred and Jessica Roll each won fourth place honors. Winning fifth place were Brett Smith and Matt Norton. Chris Eldred earned sixth place. Laura Hillard took first place with her pen of lambs. She also was fourth and sec­ ond with her lambs. Katie Eldred placed third with her pen of lambs. Jessica HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. ±-800-535-7203 945-2243 ONLY *3.75 Matinees before 6 pm Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tues. *4.50 with Student ID after 6 pm •4.00ILate Shows Fri. & Sat DIGITAL STEREO Q No passes or Tuesday discounts Unlimited Free Drink Refills & .25' Com Reffils Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View Water system, from front page Dusty Cowell showing his beef steer after winning a placement in the large animal sweepstakes. received a second place for her feeder lamb. Bryan Smith had a first place lamb, third place lamb and eighth place for his pen of lambs. Matt Norton received a fifth place for his lamb and fifth place for his pen of lambs. Josh Norton earned fifth place for his pen of lambs and fourth for his lamb. Emily Eldred earned fifth and sixth places for her lamb and eighth for her pen. Brett Smith earned a sec­ ond place with his lamb. The group also earned a third place with their club flock. Goat members were also big winners. Brian Rumsey and Jeff Rumsey earned sixth place honors for show­ manship. Chris Rumsey won seventh place and Nicole Rusinski won eighth. Jessica Cowell and Katie Rusinski each won second place. Sami Cowell won first place honors in showmanship and was reserve champion show­ man. Jessica Cowell won reserve champion with her pygmy wether and grand champion with her pygmy doe. Katie Rusinski earned first place honors with her young pygmy doe and her yearly pygmy doe. Sami Cowell won reserve champi­ on with her mature doe, reserve champion with her mature doe, reserve champi­ on in the driving goat con­ formation class and grand champion with her driving goat. Ethan Nicole Rusinski won grand champion with her pygmy wether. Brian Rumsey won fourth place with his pygmy doe. Also with a pygmy doe, Jeff Rumsey won fifth place. Chris Rumsey earned first place with his pygmy wether. All of the species partici­ pated in Bum Awards. VJF won first place in four divi­ sions, poultry, rabbits, veal and sheep. Dusty Cowell earned the chance to be in the large ani­ mal sweepstakes, placing 17th overall. In the small animal sweepstakes, Katie Eldred placed fifth. Jessica Cowell placed fourth. Sami Mater earned third place. Sammy Cowell won second and Kyndra Root won grand champion showman. These young ladies had to show rabbits, poultry, goats and dogs during this competi­ tion. Library summer program ends Aug. 3 brought to an end the “G’Day to Read” sum­ mer reading program at the Vermontville Township Library. The 17 children who read the required number of books for their age group each received a certificate and a canvas library book bag. Everyone completing the program was also put into a drawing for a Guinness Book of World Records 19999. One name was drawn from each age group. The winner ofthe 7-11 age group was Lauren Pierce. In the 12-16 year age group, Ellen Batdorffwas the winner. A prize was awarded to Andrea Szymanski for read­ ing the most pages during the program. Andrea read, 7,422 pages. Lena Gale was the runner-up, with 5,501 pages. During the course of the program, several contests were held. A koala cookie jar filled with animal crack­ ers, required the children to guess the number ofcookies. This jar was won by Michael Rhodes who guessed the closest to the total of 438 cookies. There was also a kangaroo hunt, for kanga­ roos hidden in the library. This was Won by Hillary Grant, who found 3 ofthe 40 hidden kangaroos. The raffle for the Star Wars books has ended. Star Wars Episode One was won by Sandra Hosey of Vermontville. The Star Wars visual dictionary was won by Quinn Bosworth of Vermontville. south side. The water pres­ sure is so bad that if there were to be a fire on those sides the water pressure would be inadequate... we have not had a big house fire on these sides to show the inadequacies and we cer­ tainly don’t want to learn of them that way," he said. "Some of these pipes are close to 100 years old. It is only fair to provide every­ one on the system with equal water pressure. An­ other concern is that if we had a major break in the system we would not get water on the north side." Mapes said the next move on the council's part would be to go to a bonding lawyer and find out what upgrading the water system and doing Reed Street would cost the people in the vil­ lage. At an earlier council meeting, the upgrading was presented by engineers at one, two and three million dollar cost projections. "We need to determine these costs and present them to the people... we need to go from there with a public hearing." Council Member Carroll Wolff agreed. "When the to­ tal dollar is figured, we need to bring it to the people, he said at the meeting. Council trustee Steve Wheeler seemed to lean to­ ward the three million dollar improvements. "If we had a shot at the Rural Development Grant, that three milion dollar pro­ ject looks good," Wheeler said. The water pressure is so bad that if there were a fire on (the north or south sides of town) the water pressure would be inadequate." - Dennis Mapes "If there's not the ap­ proval of the people, there's not any grant," Wolff said. Mapes talked about ways to make the workings of the water system and its current inadequacies more available to the people of the village. He said some ideas included a video, or a demonstration covering the current system and the upgrading. He men­ tioned that in addition to the obvious improvements to the system, that a better wa­ ter system lowers insurance rates in the village. Other projects put on the table at the meeting included the mill pond and dam. "We have no way to con­ trol the level of water in the mill pond, if something were to happen we could not let it through the spill way it might collapse," said Mapes. The council passed around the topic of property rights on the spill way. "We need to do some re­ search on whether we should keep the dam, and fix it up, or take it out... its more historic than anything..." said Mapes. Mapes said after the meet­ ing that the village of Athens, which is south of Battle Creek, has recently done repairs on a pond, dam and spillway. He said that the village could learn from the project in many aspects such as cost, since the pro­ jects are so similar. Other topics were the vil­ lage hall, which is "sinking into the basement," recre­ ational trails and the idea of creating an industrial park. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! 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This is a property that must be seen to appreciate!! Call Jerry. (N-72) $75,000 IN VERMONTVILLE! “TURN OF CENTURY VICTORIAN" Large home with apartment or could be used as 3 apartments. Porches, bay windows & cupula are Just some of the character this home enjoys. CaU Nyle. (V-71) NASHVILLE - GREAT INCOME INVESTMENT COUNTRY HOME ON 3 ACRES - SOME TREES 2 story “Cape Cod" home. (Approx. 2500 sq. ft.) with 4 bed­ rooms & 3 baths. Walkout basement will be finished with extra kitchenette. Second floor not fin­ ished. Front porch & back deck. car attached garage. 2 Appliances included. Call Homer (CH-70) for more info. NEAR HASTINGS IN COUNTRY ON 2 ACRES NASHVILLE POSSIBLE 2 UNIT 2 bedroom earthen sheltered home with open living area. Comer lot. (CH-63) Call Nyle for details. Large 5 bedroom house, 2 baths, formal dining room, open stair­ way. sheltered front porch. Could be 2 family home. (N-67) VACANT LAND ON WEST MAIN IN VER­ MONTVILLE - Comer lot with public utilities available, electric power pole on property. Call Nyle (VL-68) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE for walkout basement. Blacktop road NE of Vermontville. Good access to Lansing. Some newly planted trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed, perked & has driveway permit. CaU Nle (VL-64) CaU a Nyle. ye. - live in one unit & rent the ACRES 3 other SCHOOLS SCHOOLS BUILDING 2 story, 4 bedroom home, 2 baths, lots of space in this well kept 2 unit rental, on a nice shady corner lot near elementary school. Call Jerry for more (N-69) details. FULLER HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION Nashville. 3 bedrooms. 2 baths, attached 2 car garage, ranch home built in 1997. Full base­ ment, complete appliances Included, pole bam & storage shed. All on a large lot! Call Nyle. (N-66) - LAKEWOOD SITE 8 ACRES (APPROX.) OLIVET - Easy access NEAR to 1-69 expressway interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on black­ top road. CaU Homer. (VL-49) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas available located at the end ofprivate road deed restrictions. CaU Nyle (VL-39) Country lot big enough for a horse, surveyed on private road. (VL-42) 3.3 ACRES - 2 ACRES - Beautiful building Rolling, surveyed, perked, near site priced to buy at Just $16,900. CaU Nyle today, 726­ 1-96 Clarksville exchange. Close 1234. (VL-43) to good fishing & golf courses. CaU Homer. (VL-62) 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel is ideal for your new home, land contract terms. CaU Nyle to discuss the details. (VL-30) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 10, 1999 - Page 4 FROM OUR READERS Dorothy Faust local citizens speak out on to celebrate 90th birthday Thornapple Trail is no Hand grab’ Dorothy Faust will be cel­ ebrating her 90th birthday on Saturday, Aug. 21. She is the daughter of the late Charley and Mary Warner. Anyone wishing to send a card may send it in care of Tendercare Hastings, 240 E. North St., Hastings, MI 49058. Vermontville woman on Davenport’s list Davenport College has announced that Paulla Tefft has been named to the spring term dean’s list. Tefft graduated from Hastings High School in 1975, and now resides in Vermontville. The Davenport Educa­ tional System is the largest, independent college in Michigan with 17 campuses issues located throughout Michi­ gan and northern Indiana. Graduates can use the com­ puterized Career Link employment service at any location at any time during their professional career. Additionally, Davenport graduates are free, lifetime, brush-up classes on course­ work originally completed in their program. To the editor: The Thomapple Trail Association members strongly object to accusa­ tions of confiscating John Washington and Mr. Amburgy’s property. A trail association board member bought the property in 1994 from the railroad for future developments of a recreational non-motorized trailway for the community to enjoy. The railroad had posted the property for sale around 1986 with signs attached to telephone poles at major intersections with the railroad tracks. The railroad was willing to sell the property to anyone who was willing to purchase at least a mile of the rail grade. A few adjacent prop­ erty owners in the townships did in fact purchase seg­ ments ofthe railroad proper­ ty To own a piece ofproper­ ty, a person usually must purchase the land and obtain title for proof of ownership. The Thomapple Trail Association has the deeds to approximately 10 miles of the former railroad property from Vermontville to Morgan Road, near Thomapple Lake. We purchased, own, and SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts • Letterheads • Business Cards •’ Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy Experts Char otte (1 Lthograph no. A division of J-Ad Graphics (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 •_______Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m paid taxes on this property, which was crassly referred to as “land grab.” On the contrary, several adjacent property owners are trying to take the property from us. What about our property rights? We purchased the property with private funds. The Thornapple Trail Association is a volunteer organization committed to the development of the Paul Henry Thomapple Trail. We use volunteer labor and pri­ vate contributions as much as possible to develop the trail. The paving of the trail is usually done with funding matches from state and national grants. This is simi­ lar to other forms of parks and recreation development. The trailway does not pre­ vent adjacent landowners from hunting on their land. The trail property is only 100 feet wide and adjacent landowners may hunt a sen­ sible distance from the edge of the property. We have offered to close the trail dur­ ing firearms deer season. Adjacent property owners are protected from liability from trail users who cross or trespass on their property and get hurt by Senate bill 203 of 1993 amended Section 1 ofAct 201. In any case, studies of other rail trails in Michigan and else­ where have shown that tres­ passing and crime has not been a problem. Trail user deters garbage dumping, vandalism, and crime. Once trails are devel­ oped and opened, the prob­ lems of abandoned railroads go away. Very little policing is necessary. The cost of developing and maintaining these recreational trailways is relatively small for the benefit of the community and safety of the trail users from traffic. The Paul Henry Thomapple Trail will be an asset to the community for all to enjoy without having to drive a long distance to a state park. The trailway is a safe place for children to leam to ride their bikes away from traffic, for rollerbladers to enjoy within a short trip from their homes and cross country skiers to use. Mike Gormley, President Thomapple Trail Association Trails take private property To the editor: Mike Gormley, president of Thomapple trail Association states in the “land grab” article July 27, that “The trail improvements are not being done through tax increases, they come from federal and DNR grants, private grants and fund-raising.” He is correct with his statement, but fails to add city, village, township, coun­ ty and state governments to his list ofentities targeted by the trail zealots to contribute to their efforts. The truth of the matter is Rails to Trails costs the citizens ofthis state tens ofthousands of dollars, so a few bikers can have another trail. As a taxpayer, I have real problem with my tax dollars being used to develop trails through private citizens’ yards and land. These trails through private property cause great stresses to land owners and the community. The property values decrease for the landowners where trails cross their prop­ erty. Who wants to own property with a public corri­ dor running through it? There are hundreds of miles oftrails on public land in this state. Another trail, which will cost the taxpayers thousands of dollars is not needed in this county. Rails to Trails needs to stop beg­ ging the various govern­ ments for more funding help, “our tax dollars.” Government officials at all levels should be contact­ ed if you want your tax dol­ lars better spent and are against Rails to Trails taking ofprivate property. John Washington, Dearborn Commission on Aging lite meals menu, schedule set Wednesday, Aug. 11 Homemade seafood and rainbow rotini salad, mixed fruit, com salad, cookie. Thursday, Aug. 12 Chicken pasta salad, pea salad, crackers, three bean salad, fresh apple. Friday, Aug. 13 Low fat cottage cheese and diced pears, muffin, broccoli salad, fruit juice. Monday, Aug. 16 Lean corned beef on two slices ofrye bread, kraut sal­ ad, carrots and zucchini sal­ ad, diced peaches. Tuesday, Aug. 17 Homemade ham salad on bakery bun, diced peaches, com salad, fresh orange. Hearty Meals Wednesday, Aug. 11 Swiss steak jardiniere, muffin, whipped potatoes, green beans, diced pears. Thursday, Aug. 12 Special. Friday, Aug. 13 B.B.Q. Chicken breast, rice pilaf, asparagus, com, mixed fruit. Monday, Aug. 16 Chicken nuggets, Spanish rice, diced potatoes, winter blend veggies, cake. Tuesday, Aug. 17 Rotini pasta and diced turkey, saltine crackers, mar­ inated vegetables, coleslaw, pudding. Events Wednesday, Aug. 11 Crafts, COA, Hastings; Social Day, Masonic Temple, Nashville; Margert Reid and Blood Pressure Day, Eagles Club, Woodland; Social Day, Faith United Methodist Church, Delton. Thursday, Aug. 12 - Music, COA, Hastings; Bingo, Masonic Temple, Nashville; Trivia, Faith United Methodist Church, Delton. Friday, Aug. 13 - Bingo, COA, Hastings; Popcorn Day, Masonic Temple, Nashville. Monday, Aug. 16 - Music, COA, Hastings; Margert Reid, Masonic Temple, Nashville; Y2K (11:30), Eagles Club, Woodland; Game Day, Faith United Methodist Church, Delton. Tuesday, Aug. 17 Footcare, Blood Pressure (9­ 11 a.m.), Alz. Meeting (1-3 p.m.) and Puzzle Day all at Community On Aging, Hastings. Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service , 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 10,1999 - Page 5 Japanese artists visiting Nashville organ museum X***«i*k ik CSS** Ab.' fiK.** fi®K ^.i*i-* ”® tatapit I a'® asMsMt km by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Keith Heiss and his wife, Barbara, of Nashville will be hosts for two musicians from Japan so that they can play a concert this week in the area. Heiss, owner of Heiss Haus Antique Pump Organ Museum in Nashville will serve as host to Prof. Taihei Sato and Shigeru Iwanami. Both musicians are accom­ plished "Sho" and reed organ players. The two men will per­ form in concert at the Van Andel Museum Center on Thursday Aug. 12, at 3 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. Sato, a music professor at a Japanese college, will play pieces on three antique pump organs loaned by the Heiss Haus Musuem. Shigeru Iwanami, of the fine arts faculty at Nihon University, will play a "Sho," an ancient form of reed organ that originated in China. The antique American pump organs featured in the concert are an Estey Gothic (1880), a Clough & Warren chapel organ from 1892, and an Empire Melodian, which was made in Grand Rapids in 1870. The concert will take place in the Van Andel Mu­ seum Center's Meijer The­ ater. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door or ordered, in advance by calling (61(5)456-3977. Sato has stayed with the Heisses in the past. Mte. Ita previous visit Sato enter­ tained him and many of his friends by singing and play­ ing on some 150 pump or­ gans. "We were extremely pleased that he would share his musical talents with us." Both musicians will hold a rehearsal at the Heiss Haus Museum on Wednesday, Aug 11. Heiss said the concert will include some of Sato's own compositions of reli­ gious and popular music, as well as Iwanami's demon­ stration of the Sho. In a recent press release Sato told of his passion for reed organs. "I am very interested in reed organs, especially those made before 1940. These old organs intrigue me because oftheir unique tonal quality. I believe this quality comes from the superior materials used ant the ways in which the metals were combined. Also the shape of the reeds results in a deep resonance and quality of sound. After 1940 there was more of an emphasis placed on ease of playing and a large volume of sound. I would like to help preserve the heritage of the high quality sound and special charm ofthe reed or­ gan." 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School starts Monday, Aug. 30 School for Maple Valley students will start on Monday, Aug. 30. Schedules and locker assignments for junior high students only will be mailed the week ofAug. 16. Senior high students can pick up their schedules and locker assignments beginning Tuesday, Aug. 24, starting at 8:30 a.m. NEWEST CITIZEN GIRL, Auzzie Jo Fuller, July 25, 1999, 9:11 p.m. Sparrow Hospital in Lans­ ing, 3 lbs. 5 1/2 ozs., 15 3/4 inches long. Kristina Car­ penter ofVermontville. Words on paper. They will always be the most powerful tools human beings use to communicate. They place no limits on how much we can say, and the furthest reaches of the imagination are the only limits on what we can show. They have the power to make complex ideas simple, and simple ideas powerful. We do more than read them, we hold them. And, from the advertising we see in publications to the letters we receive in the mail, the things we hold in our hands have the quickest routes to our hearts. Say It Print. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 10, 1999 - Page 6 Putnam Library readers enjoy ‘Aussie Olympics Participants in the sack race are all smiles as they race to the finish line. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Aussie Olympic games were a great success last week at Putnam Library in Nashville last week. The games were a contin­ uation of the library pro­ gram this summer, which is held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. The theme this year has focused on Aus- Thank You to Kent Oil and Hastings City Bank forpurchasing my 1999 Eaton County 4-HHogs. Samantha Pierce tralia. Games last played last week were the ring toss, the sack race, pin the tail on the koala and the water balloon pass. The sack race, a favorite with kids, had many jump­ ing right through their sacks-garbage bags. But this did not seem to bother the kids as they kept hopping. Playing the water balloon toss, the kids kept stepping further and further away from each other until the in­ evitable happened and the balloon was dropped to the ground with a splash. After the games the kids IMs Derfo Michigan School Readiness Program for 4-year-old children APPLY TODAY! Quality Child Care for Students, Maple Valley Staff and Community Members APPLY TODAY! Jesse Heinsen and Assistant Director Brenda Shoup make popcorn for the "Olympians" at the Putnam Library last Wednesday. Before and After School Enrichment Program Educationally Based Reasonable Rates Safe, Comfortable Environment APPLY TODAY! Adult Kellogg Child Care Center Kids try to catch the water balloon while slowly backing up at the Putnam Library Aussie Games. Education Classes Begin Monday, September 13th. ALCUM [ Biology FRENCH SIGN UP TODAY! High School Completion Adult Basic Education GED Preparation Computer Training Children toss a hula hoop over the chair at the Putnam Library Aussie Games. received "medals" and pop­ corn and punch. Community Notice HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-SOO611-3766. Wanted Applications Available at: MAPLE VALLEY ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION Kellogg School 324 N. Queen Street, Nashville 852-9794—for information—852-2145 4 YEAR OLD CHILDREN for new Early Four School Readi­ ness Program sponsored by Maple Valley Adult Education. Call 852-9794 for more infor­ mation. MAPLE VALLEY ADULT EDUCATION is accepting ap­ plications for the LION’s DEN new before and after school En­ richment Program. Call 852­ 9794 for more information. The fun continues this week Wednesday morning at Putnam Library at 10:30. Kids of all ages will enjoy crafts, fun and games, all based on Australia. I AllO% Off Bikes In­ Stock Good thru Aug. 30 VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 S. Main Street,Vermontville 5I7-71O-I 111 Hours: Mon. - Sat. 8 am-8 pm; Sun. 10 am-5 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 10,1999 - Page 7 New books at the Vermontville Twp. Library Videos: Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, Walt Disney’s Robin Hood. Adult Fiction: Slocum and the Yellow Rose of Texas, by Jake Logan, Bedazzled, by Beatrice Small, The Gunsmith: Maximillian’s Treasure, by J.R. Roberts, David Brin’s Out of Time: Yanked, by Nancy Kress, Granny Dan, by Danielle Steel, Meeting Place, by Janette Oke, One Last Dance, by Eileen Goudge, Thunderhead, by Douglas Preston, High 5, by Jane Evanovich, Syrup, by Maxx Barry. Adult Non-Fiction: Kids play "pin the tail on the koala" at Putnam Library last week. Linda Goodman’s Sun Signs, by Linda Goodman, Stock Cars!, by John Carollo, Just Checking: Scenes from the Life of an Obsessive-Compulsive, by Emily Colas, The Greatest Generation, by Tom Brokaw. Junior Fiction: Your Basic Nightmare, by Francine Pascal; Tom Apart, by Janet Quin-Harkin; Animorphs: The Conspiracy, by K.A. Applegate; Owl in the Office, by Ben M. Baglio; If I Forget, You Remember, by Carol Lynch Williams; Pee Wee Scouts: Send in the Clowns, by Judy Delton; The Saddle Club: Side-sad­ dle, by Bonnie Bryant; Scooby-Doo! and the Howl­ ing Wolfman, by James Gelsey; The Adventures of Shirley Holmes: The Case of the Maestro’s Ghost, by John Whitman; Pony Pals: The Winning Pony, by Jeanne Betancourt; Little Bill: The Day I Was Rich, by Bill Cosby. Junior Non-Fiction: My life in Dog Years, by Gary Paulsen; Chicken Riddles, by Katy Hall; Worlds Greatest Tractors, by John Carroll; Janice VanCleave’s A+ Projects in Biology, by Janice VanCleave; Animal Rights, by Sunni Bloyd; Our Endangered Planet: Garbage, by Eleanor J. Hall; Genetic Engineering, by Graham Dolan. CORRECTION: The sponsor of the Hummell's Auto Body Maple Valley Little League major boys baseball team is Brett Hummell. A photo caption on page 8 of the Aug. 3 Maple Valley News incorrectly identified the sponsor's name. The Maple Valley News regrets the error. The Best Things in Life Are Free! Karl Pufpaff is Lion of the Month The Nashville Lions Club has announced that Karl Pufpaff has been named Lion of the Month. Pufpaff has been a mem­ ber for nearly 30 years hav­ ing held many of the club’s offices. Some ofhis favorite Lions projects have included help­ ing at Maple Valley’s home­ coming basketball games, buying eyeglasses for needy children and the Doug Vogt scholarship fund. He also finds time to help collect money during White Cane Week and helps, along with his wife, at the pancake sup­ per during the Vermontville FORECLOSED HOMES Low or $0 Down! Gov’t & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Local Listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5224 Karl Pufpaff syrup Festival. The Nashville Lions club meets twice a month starting in September, going through June. The first Monday is the business meeting and the third Monday is the dinner meeting that includes spous­ es and usually a guest. Anyone wanting to know more about the world’s largest service organization may ask Pufpaffor one ofits other members. Maple Valley Arms Apartments Open an account with $50.00, after that there’s... • No Minimum Balance • No monthly fee • No per check charge This is a non-interest bearing account and there are no requirements to main­ tain additional accounts. 100-106 Lentz • Nashville, MI 49073 Eaton Federal Now Accepting Applications 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Stove and Refrigerator furnished. Subsidized. For application, phone... 852-0852 or 852-0760 517-852-9628 m 1-800-649-3777 Ml RELAY CENTER - VOICE/TTY EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville-852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon IFDIC | INSURED EQUAL HOUSING LENDER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 10, 1999 - Page 8 PTO getting ready for new school year The Maple Valley Parent­ Teacher Organization (PTO) is getting ready for the com­ ing school year. “We look forward to many new things,” said Treasurer Julie Kouri. Fuller Elementary will be opening its school store, it will be run by the thirdgraders with parent helpers, and it will offer school sup­ plies and accessories for stu­ dents and classrooms. This year the “Spirit Gear” will be Maple valley back­ packs in navy with white let­ tering and lion mascot. They will sell for $10 each. Anyone who would like to pre-order may place your order with Angel Burton at 852-0274. (a pre-payment is necessary to guarantee the order). The officers for the 1999­ 2000 school year will be organizing an elementary school-wide potluck dinner to introduce themselves and the organization to parents. Membership enrollments will be held at this time. Details will be presented through the PTO newspaper “Paw Prints.” Membership is open to any parent or legal guardian with a child enrolled in the Maple Valley Elementary School System and any Maple Valley Elementary staff who is willing to help the PTO attain its objectives. The PTO will work to pro­ vide a closer relationship among educators, parents, staff and students of the Thank youfor buying our 1999 market steers Duane Hamilton Exca. Inc . Kent Oil and Propane Citizens L.L.C. McKinney Poured Walls ~ Lisa, Stacey & Michael Hamilton NOTICE The Village of Nashville has an open­ ing for a Zoning Administrator. Any resident 18 years or older interested in this position must contact the Village Office at 852-9544 or 206 N. Main, between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday by August 12, 1999. Maple Valley school district. This organization and its members will promote the welfare of children in school, home and the com­ munity, while raising and maintaining the standards of home life. At the end of last school year the P.T.O. received sug­ gestions gearing the organi­ zation toward more familyand community-oriented events. With this in mind, fund-raising efforts will be changing to include families and community, rather than mom and dad selling prod­ ucts for their kids. “You will see the P.T.O. offering more to your family and community with free programs and more opportunities-to relate with fellow parents and the staffworking with our children,” Khouri said. The Maple Valley PTO will be holding monthly meetings to assure the effi­ cient running of the organi­ zation. A schedule of meet­ ings will also be found in “Paw Prints,” starting the first week of school. Anyone wanting to help the Maple Valley P.T.O. as a volunteer at the Fuller School store or to help at either elementary school, may contact the PTO by mail at P.O- Box 99, Vermontville, MI 49096. or sign up at any regular meet­ ing. 0111110 BOSS jp JlOjljlJl vJlLw Scrapbook Compiled by Steve Horton Here is a sampling of news, views, and humor from earlier times. - A glum report from the Alaskan Klondike “Gold Rush” of 100 years ago riot­ ed that deaths by suicide are occurring daily in Dawson City. The failure to find gold and the impoverished condi­ tion ofhundreds ofprospec­ tors is dethroning the reason of miners and a suicidal mania is the result. The report added that the hospitals are full of scurvy stricken miners and many deaths have occurred from the malady. Thousands of gold hunters are trying to get home. An “old” but still appro­ priate salute to educators advised: When you meet a teacher of the primary school, lift your hat reverently, for she is the good agent ofthe repub­ lic. This woman takes a lot of little bantlings (brats), whose mothers send them to school to get rid of them, and although each child is such an anarchist that nei­ ther father nor mother can get along with them, she turns them into useful citi­ zens. The primary teacher is a public benefactor and must be respected. This brief, but concise edi­ torial stated: Ifthe class ofpeople who are everlasting finding fault with their neighbors and making it a point to find fault with everything would display the same persistent efforts in finding the good points oftheir neighbors and herald the same abroad and look upon the bright side of everything, we would soon have a taste ofheaven. Some wit and wisdom: * The difference between a politician and a statesman is that the politician is con­ tent with notoriety, while the statesman isn’t with any­ thing less than reputation. * A man may leave foot­ prints on the sands of time with impunity, but he should be careful how he leaves them around a recentlyscrubbed kitchen floor. Flatterers are the worst of enemies. * Candor is the star ofcrit­ icism. The bearer ofgood news always has a pleasant voice. * A Boston millionaire was asked the other day what he would do ifhe were sud­ denly without a dollar. “Do?” he replied. “I’d take the first job that was offered!” The trouble with some men is that they work too hard trying to get things they don’t need and never ought to want. The individual who dives to the bottom of plea­ sure brings up more gravel than pearls. © 1999 by Steve Horton Obituaries Charles D. Scott---------------LANSING Mr. Charles D. Scott, age- 74, ofLansing and formerly of the Hastings area, passed away Tuesday, August 3, 1999 at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. He was bom February 27, 1925 in Hastings, the son of Philip & Carrie (Helmer) Scott. He attended St. Rose Elementary School in Hastings and worked at E.B.I. Breakthrough in Lake Odessa. Mr. Scott was a life long Hastings area resident and attended St. Rose Catholic Church in Hastings and .St, Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. He enjoyed fishing and country music. He was preceded in death by his mother & father. Mr. Scott is survived by his sister, Phyllis (Mark) Lehman of Lansing; niece, Terry Carrow; great niece, Brooke Carrow; great nephew, Jeffrey Carrow; and special friends, Debbie, Allen & Troy Spicer. Mass of the Resurrection was held Friday, August 6, 1999 at St. Cyril Catholic Church, Nashville. Reverend Charles Fischer officiated. Burial was in Riverside Cemetery, Hastings. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Richard “Dick” Sackett VERMONTVILLE Mr. Richard “Dick” Sackett, age 92, of Vermontville, passed away Wednesday, August 4, 1999 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. Mr. Sackett was bom July 24, 1907 in Honor, Michigan, the son of Richard & Ella Mae (Johns) Sackett. He attended country schools in Lake Odessa and married Alta Haskell in in October of 1964 Angola, Indiana. Mr. Sackett fanned most of his life and worked at Johnson’s Lumber Company in Charlotte since 1936 and worked at the Saw Mill in Hickory Comers. The last few years he operated Truck a Garden. He was preceded in death by three sisters & three brothers. Mr. Sackett is survived by his wife, Alta; special niece, Etta (Ernest) Allen of Belding; special nephew, Clyde (Madeline) Zeigler of Hastings; - and several other great nieces & great nephews. Funeral Services for Mr. Sackett were held Saturday, August 7, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Reverend James Hynes officiated. Burial was in Fuller Cemetery, Carlton Township. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice. A. gift to the Barry Community Founda­ tion is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. j VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP ...will be accepting sealed bids for construction of a ramp, constructed to ADA standards for the Opera House in Vermontville, Michigan until 6:00 pm on August 16, 1999. For a copy of the prints and proposal, call Mrs. Irma Gene Baker at 517 726-0050 between 8 am and 5 pm M-F. All sealed bids must be received by the Township Clerk, Marcia Grant at 5150 Round Lake Rd., Vermontville, Ml 49096. There will be a plan walk­ through at 7:30 pm August 10, 1999 at the Opera House corner of First and Main in Vermontville, Please direct all other questions to Township Supervisor Russ Laverty 517 727-1115 after 6 pm M-F. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 10,1999 - Page 9 Sunfield Historical Society is Farmers Picnic honoree by Helen Mudry StaffWriter Members of the Sunfield Historical Society will be honored as the grand mar­ shals of this year's Sunfield Farmers Picnic Aug. 19-22. The parade will at noon Saturday Aug. 21. The Historical Society meets the last Monday of the month at 2 p.m. in the Bismark Community Cen­ ter. President Rose Steward said they are always looking for new members. Steward said there is one require­ ment, "Bring your curios­ ity." The Sunfield History Seekers four years ago pub­ lished a 198-page history of Sunfield and its families. The History Seekers has dissolved, but the Sunfield Historical Society has since taken on the job of preserv­ ing the history of the area. In one particularly inter­ esting passage of the local history book, S.S. Church, reported: "Mrs. Hoyt, having no neighbors, stayed in Ver­ montville Village for the birth of her daughter. Dur­ ing the season (1836 or 1837), Samuel S. Hoyt who lived six miles from any white inhabitant and whose wife had not seen a white woman for several months at a time, brought his wife on an ox-sled to the colony. Sal a i ' H i MUtk •Mui km jjjjj iifr M w i ft We Cathy, (ft ftjiM gjj, Miitfa „ ufttftbito dfttt booths, 10 to 6 p.m.; GAR Hall open 10 to 4 p.m.; pa­ rade at noon; Circus Clown Alley 155 after the parade sponsored by the Sunfield Farmers Picnic Board; chil­ dren's games after the pa­ rade; horseshoes after the pa­ rade; frog jumping contest sponsored by the Sunfield Farmers Picnic Board, 2 p.m.; Ming the Magnificent Magician, sponsored by the Sunfield Friends of the Li­ brary, 3 p.m.; Lions Ox Roast, 5 p.m.; entertain­ ment — Nashville Strings 4:30 to 6 p.m.; Corn Cob Cloggers and line dance, 6 to 7:30 p.m.; variety show, 8 p.m.; Fireworks, 10 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 22 Community church ser­ vice, held in the tent at the park, 11 a.m. The Sunfield History Seekers gathered the information for the book "Sunfield Town and Country." They are Donald Campbell (back row from left) Charlotte Campbell, John Munzo, June Munzo, Harold Hanna, Kate Mapes, Gordon Lovell, Joyce McWhorter, Virginia Van Antwerp and Elmer Van Antwerp Seated are Pat Guy, Irene Gay, Betty Jackson, Dorthy Steward, Margarette Lovell and Rose Steward. After two or three weeks they returned home rejoicing in the possession of a fine daughter to cheer the loneli­ ness of their forest home." The daughter was named "Elizabeth". This was the story of the first white child born in Sunfield Township as re­ counted by Church, one of the founders of the Ver­ montville Colony and quoted in "Sunfield Town HELP US HELP OTHERS Attend our nursing assistant class in air conditioning and secure your health care career for the future. The residents here always appreciate new faces and friendships, as well as caring, gentle hands and hearts. The next class will be held August 16th through the 23rd. Starting wage is S8.ll per hour with excellent benefits available. Class is not held on the weekends. Apply for this opportunity in person before August 11th, 1999. 'Qidrnapple 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) - ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees and Housewives NOW HIRING TEENS If You Need Extra $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & September CaU 616-374-8837 ...For additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m/ Twin City Foods, Inc. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI E.O.E. and Country." Society member Elmer Van Antwerp said the first edition of "Sunfield Town and Country" sold out and a second publishing was or­ dered." Steward said many families regretted that they had not been included in the first edition and she hopes to publish a sequel to in­ clude more families and more history. Copies of "Sunfield Town and County" will be on sale for $30 at the Farmer's Pic­ nic. The schedule of events: Thursday, Aug. 19 Farmers Picnic Pig Roast, 5 p.m.; ball games, 6 p.m.; reception for the Sunfield Historical Society and opening ceremony, 7-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 20 Open class crafts judging, 10 a.m.; open class ex­ hibits, noon to 6 p.m.; chicken barbecue, sponsored by the Sunfield United Brethren Church, 4:30 p.m.; arts and crafts sale, 5-9 p.m.; ball games, 6 p.m.; Puff the Dragon pedal pull, 6 p.m.; fireman's bingo 7 p.m.; prince and princess contest sponsored by Supe- control, supplier development and contract negotiations. Qualified candidates will have 3-5 years experience in materials management, strong leadership skills and knowledge of stan­ dard automotive practices. We offer a competitive wage with an excellent benefit package. Send written response to: H&L Manufacturing 122 E. Main St., Caledonia, MI 49316 Email: d.knight@hlmanufacturing.com When FIRST RE­ SPONDER, night medical officer/ eveni ng coordinator, Clear Lake Camp, school year; week­ ends, days, & summers free; $15,000 plus, excellent benefits package, starts August 30. Re­ sume to Director, OEC, 10160S. M-37, Dowling, MI. 49050. Fax 721-1071 phone 721-8161. Checkin 7:30 8:00 ggst ail r team of three or fo la plications to Hastings Area Changer of II 11$ & Court St., Hastings, M!W5 Lawn & Garden c ^^^Checks payable to Hastings nfo call Jim Jensen 945-955 Boys and Girls 13-15 Boysand Girls 16-18 Men and Women 19 and Older Team Name Team Name Team Name Captain Captain Captain Phone # Phone # Phone # Antiques IONIA ANTIQUE MARKET, Ionia Fairgrounds, M-66 North of 1-96. Sunday, August 22nd, 8­ 4pm. Admission $2.50. Information 616-874-6928. Primary responsibilities include, materials planning, inventory t Hastings Summerfest Saturday, August 28 in Fish Hatchery Park? Help Wanted WATER GARDENING Wa­ ter Lilies and Lotus, Aquatic plants, Goldfish and Koi, liners, pumps, filters. Apol’s Landscap­ ing Co. 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia. 616-698-1030 H&L Manufacturing a wire harness supplier to the automotive industry has an immediate openingfor a highly motivated Materials Manager. rior Photography by Wells, 7 p.m.; children's games af­ ter the crowning; entertain­ ment: Royal Ramblers, 7:15 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21 Pancake breakfast served at the community rooms on Main Street, sponsored by the Sunfield 4-H, 7 to II a.m.; ball games, 8 a.m.; Spy's 3-on-3 basketball; all booths open at 10 a.m.; arts and crafts show, 10 to 6 p.m.; independent retail MEDICAL 29 PEOPLE WANTED TO GET PAID $$ to lose up to 301bs in the next 30 days. Natu­ ral, guaranteed. Call: 616-248­ 7707. MATERIALS MANAGER �1817/1807 CAN WE CLICK? 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Tuesday, August 10,1999 - Page 11 On the Shelf: Injuries, from pg. 12— at the Sunfield District Library Summer reading Thursday craft days have been met with enthusiasm by partici­ pants. Library volunteers Sandy Wells and Mary Simmons handle the ses­ sions which are being held at the Sunfield Community rooms every Thursday between 1 and 3 p.m. through Aug. 19. Kids have crafted several colorful items, including visors, paper frogs, tissue butterflies and painted lady bugs and lady bug houses. Stories also are read to the children dur­ ing the sessions. New videos include a Disney release, The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad (Wind in the Willows), Franklin Plays the Game, and five donated titled from the I Wanna series: Be A Police Officer, Be An Astronaut, Work With Animals, Be a Jet Pilot and be a firefighter. All rent for 50 cents each. The library depends on the community spirit of people like Ken Merryfield, who patched the library’s roof leak on his own time, free. Architect Don Hartwick is fully engaged in developing plans for the new library facility. Building Committee France, is Peter Mayle’s meetings are open to the sequel to A Year in Provence; public. Built for Speed: The Ulti­ New books on our mate Guide to Stock Car shelves, by category, are: Racetracks, by Bob Latford, Adult Fiction: High Five, is a coffee table book offer­ by Janet Evanovich: Dan­ ing a behind-the-wheel new gerous Kiss, by Jackie of NASCAR’s Winston Cup Collins; Pearl Cove, by Circuit. Elizabeth Lowell; When 1 Juniors: High Hopes for Fall in Love is new and by Addy, by Connie Porter, is Iris Dart, the author of an American Girls Short Beaches. The Riders of High Story; The Great Railroad Rock, is previously released Race: The Diary of Libby western fiction by Louis West, by Kristiana Gregory, L’Amour, and a donation. is new in the Dear America Large Print: We’ll Meet series; all eight volumes to Again, by Mary Higgins Bill Cosby’s Little Bill Clark, is a new Huyck Books for Beginning Memorial large print. Readers were donated to the Christian Fiction: The library; Michigan folklore is Meeting Place, co-written by featured in two new Junior Janette Oke and T. Davis Easy titles which are based Bunn; Deep Harbor, by Lisa upon well known American Tawn Bergren, is book two Indian legends about how of the Northern Lights the Sleeping Bear Dunes and series. 24 volumes of Mackinac Island came to be. Heartsong Christian rom­ The books, The Legend of ance novels were donated, as Mackinac Island themes were four hardbound Lois t. through author Kathy-jo Henderson novels based on Wargin’s easy-reading tfext the lives of famous women and illustrator Gijbert van in the Bible, Abigail, Hagar, Frankenhuyzen’s paintings. Frankenhuyzen is a resident Miriam and Lydia. of Bath. Adult Non-Fiction: The library has current Encore Provence: New and classic videos, as well as Adventures in the South of fax services and a copier. Phone and fax numbers are the same, (517) 566-8065. Library hours are Tuesday through Friday, 2-8, and Saturday 9-1. Summer Fun Dance slated for Aug. 21 The United Methodist Church youth group is sponsoring a Summer Fun Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21. The dance will be held at the Opera House and will feature rap, rock, disco mu­ sic and more, said organizer Lydia McCauley. 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Make sure the child' has everything needed and that it fits cor­ rectly. • Make sure -the child wears a hard-shell helmet to protect the head from wild pitches and foul balls. • If the child is a catcher, make sure he or she wears extensive face and body pro­ tection. • Avoid steel spike cleats. Players should wear molded cleats to prevent injuries to other players. Three area students earn degrees at CMU Three area students have received degrees from Central Michigan University after the spring term. The students, their home­ towns and their degrees were: • Stephanie R. Bouwens of Nashville, bachelor of science. • Karen Hynes of Sun­ field, bachelor of science in education. • Abe George French of Vermontville, bachelor of science. Ifan injury does occur: • Contact your physician. • If the child is knocked down or knocked out by a ball that hit the neck or spine, do not move the child and call 911. • If a child hit in the head by a ball, observe the child for 24 hours for symptoms of concession — vomiting, confusion, extreme sleepi­ ness, -severe headache, vision problems or other behavior changes. If these symptoms develop, call your physician immediately. • As with an injury, if in doubt, call your physician immediately. • As with any injury, if in doubt, call your physician. The Michigan State Medical Society is the pro­ fessional association of 14,000 medical doctors in Michigan. For more healthrelated information, visit the MSMS homepage at www.msms.org. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Vermontville Village Council will hold a public hearing on Thursday, August 12 at 7:00 pm for confirmation of the Linden St. special assessment district. The August council meeting will follow. Vermontville Village Council 100 PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Zoning Board will hold a pub­ lic hearing on August 19,1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Purpose: To hear comments on the Special Use Permit request from Leon Frith to replace a mobile home at 116 East State Street with a new mobile home. You may send written comments to 206 N. Main before August 19,1999. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 10,1999 - Page 12 Keep your eye on the ball Product Safety Commission. Injuries to the eye, head and neck are most common, especially for younger play­ ers who often have less coor- Hearing the crack of the bat before sprinting to first base or catching that pop fly to make the third out are just a coupie of the thrills that draw thousands of children to play softball and baseball every year. Unfortunately, these thrills can become dangerous if parents and their children are not aware of certain pre­ cautions before entering sports, according to the Michigan State Medical Society. Emergency rooms treat more than 150,000 children under age 15 for baseball and softball-related injuries each year, according to the United States Consumer dination and accuracy and slower reaction time. Other injuries common to all players regardless of age or skill level are sliding injuries and injuries related to colliding with other play­ ers while going for the ball in the outfield. Many serious injuries can be prevented. Some tips are: • Make sure your child is physically and emotionally ready to play baseball or softball. • Make sure your child gets a pre-season physical. • Teach your child to stretch and warm up befofte playing. • Check the playing field for rocks, glass or mud that may cause falling or sliding injuries. • Make sure your child is well rested before playing a game. • Teach your child the See injuries, page 11 For Sale FOR SALE- Sweet Com by the dozen or bushel. One mile South of Woodbury, comer on M-66. Ph. 367-4111. Farm AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite orCalcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 Softball tournament champions... MV Computer Center's softball team went undefeated in this year's Pee Wee Girls Softball Tournament. League director Tony Joostbems said his team played great all season. Over 65 girls partcipated in the 1999 season. Sponsors were the MV Computer Center, Carls Supermarket, Nashville Construction and Mace Pharmacy. (Photo provided) Michigan State University Extension programs and mate­ rials are open to all without regard to race, color, national ori­ gin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. Aug. 13-15 4-H State Horse Show, Pavilion, MSU. Aug. 14 Jakes Conservation Day at BC Conservation Club, 9 a.m. Aug. 16 4-H’ers Rendezvous Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. Aug. 17 Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. Aug. 18 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Of­ fice. Aug. 19 4-H Horse Trail Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the Extension Office. Aug. 21 State Dog Show, Pavilion, MSU East Lansing. Aug. 28 CMO 4-H Trail Ride, Charlton Park. 672-9604,__________________ FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. 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M-43 Highway Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) ‘tdOSfii Vol. 127-No. 33/August 17,1999 Nancy Potter leaving Maple Valley Schools by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter After nearly 30 years with the Maple Valley school district, Maplewood Ele­ mentary Principal Nancy Potter is resigning to pursue a position as director of el­ ementary Instruction and personnel at Howell schools. "She is a great educator and has been invested in helping children learn and grow for 30 years," said Su­ perintendent Clark Volz. "I've known few people who can maintain the level of energy and commitment that she has over the years. We are going to miss her." Potter, who turned in her resignation Aug. 2, said the decision was difficult. "I put a lot of thought into this," she said. "It was not an easy decision... but I be working with them to am always looking to learn make sure the kids, teachers new things and be chal­ and principals are success­ lenged in new ways, and for ful." those reasons I am also ex­ "I really feel that the cur­ cited." riculum is the foundation of In her 30 years with the what happens in the schools district, Potter has served at it meets the needs of the one time as principal of students, the state... the po­ Fuller, Kellogg, and sition was created this year Maplewood elementaries. in this district, as they felt Before that she taught with there needed to be a split be­ the district, spending many tween the elementary and years. as a third grade the junior/senior levels." teacher. She has also served Potter said that she inter­ as curriculum coordinator, viewed a year ago for a director of the Technology building principal position Committee and other vari­ within Howell district. She ous school improvement was offered the job, but de­ and service committees. clined. "My focus (at Howell) "I looked around the will be to work with the six Maplewood building and all elementary building princi­ the construction that was pals. I have a partner who See Potter leaving, pg. 2 works with the 6-12 grade levels," said Potter. "I will Superintendent Clark Volz shakes Nancy Potter's hand at the school board meeting and thanks her for her nearly 30 years with the district. School must decide on pop consortium plan by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Maple Valley School Board held a spirited debate over whether or not to join a beverage consortium at last week's board meeting. The school is in its sec­ ond year of a contract with Coca-Cola, in which the company purchased a score­ board and timing equipment for the school at an esti­ mated $8,500 for selling its product in the school exclu­ sively. Brought up at the meeting was the possibility ofjoin­ ing an 11 county wide con­ sortium, that would wield more bargaining power with the beverage companies, and ultimately bring the school a significant amount of money. "There are some that feel that this is selling out," said Superintendent Clark Volz, "that we are moving our school into something we shouldn't... But the fact is, it's happening already — we are selling these products." Volz talked about how the current contract could be bought out. Board member Frank Dunham appeared to strongly resist joining the consortium. "You are giving up all control.." he said. "It doesn't cover just soft drinks, it covers everything but milk, coffee and tea. You are giv­ ing up all your choices and controls to someone else... You wouldn't be able to change with the needs of the school body." "Is our business really a profit making venture?" asked Dunham. "This gives up our con­ trol, but we have already agreed to sell Coke prod­ ucts," said one board mem- After the school board meeting, board members took a tour of the new gym at the high school. School board members take a look at the new entrance way into the high school after the board meeting last Monday night. ber. "I understand the appre­ hension, but we are moving into an area that we are al­ ready in," said Volz. "The freedom that you give up is going with one vendor, but we have already done that." "Not to this extent... we still have choices," said Dunham. "I feel we should­ n't enter into this contract... I don't like the looks of it. The point is local control. You are allowing someone else to do your thinking." "I personally like it," said board President Mike Call­ ton. "But if people want more information, I am willing to wait." A few board members asked for more information about getting out of the cur- rent contract. The matter will be decided See school board, pg. 2 In This Issue Vermontville residents concerned about park Nashville residents surveyed by local police Nashville starts process for non-partisan elections Nashville man held for drugs, pipe bombs �The Mapte V^ey News, Nashville. Tuesday August 17.1999 - Page 2 Potter leaving, continued from front page going on and I just did not feci like leaving at that time was the right thing to do. They asked to keep my re­ sume on file and I said sure." Potter said she was called in June, and was interviewed soon after. Leaving the Maple Valley school district was hard, she said. "I want the kids at Maple Valley to be as successful as the districts that have more," she said. "I really be­ lieve that Clark Volz (superintendent) has a won­ derful vision of where the schools should go and I wanted to be a part of that. But change is good, and this new position has opened up a whole new area of oppor­ tunities for me.” Potter said she has seen many changes in her nearly 30 years with Maple Valley. "The biggest changes are a more focused curriculum, with grade level specifics, becoming more technologi­ cally literate, and integrating that into the curriculum. There is also a willingness and openness to develop partnerships with parents and business* and the com­ munity." Other important changes I feel, have been prepping students for life after high school — career prep and other options. We have also been working more collabo­ ratively with Eaton County schpol districts, with cur­ riculum, and increasing the communication lines be­ tween the teachers." Potter said she will miss many things about Maple Valley. "I will miss the support­ ive parents and the willing­ ness of the community to CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml .517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. j & look at change and what needs to happen in the schools," she said, citing the "really focused PTO, and the passage of the bond which allowed the recent school construction. "I will also really miss the interaction with the kids I have had over the years. I have seen them mature and grow, and I have seen my students become parents and their children become stu­ dents. I have some real ties with the community, and this is starting over in a sense." One of her biggest disap­ pointments, Potter said, was that Maplewood didn't be­ come an "exemplary school" in Michigan under her lead­ ership. But she said the good things she has seen over the years has made her time at Maple Valley a really en­ riching and hopeful experi­ ence. "I've worked with some truly wonderful people, and great staff, and there have been so many really great projects... it was especially good to see the completed construction... there have been some really positive things happen in this dis­ trict and I am sure that will continue." At this month's school board meeting, Fuller Prin­ cipal Bernie Hynes talked of her and the district's rela­ tionship with Potter. "It’s hard to relate the rela­ tionship that Nancy has had with the district., she has served in every elelmentary at next months board meet­ ing. In other business last week, the school board: • Heard from Volz that the current Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP) scores are inaccu­ rate and when he has more information on the matter, he will bring it to the board. • Accepted the resigna­ tions of part time Young Five's teacher Lachelle Reist, special education teacher Shelly Tebo, PPI teacher Victoria Gothard and Maplewood Principal Nancy Potter. • Approved hiring of new staff, including three special education teachers, Kristina Reynolds, Jean Willbur, and Andrea Kennedy. Also, two project managers for the Li­ on's Den and the child care program — Janel Pena, and Kerri Witker — were hired. • Approved the hire of two child care assistants, Evelyn Fisher and Jennifer Cusak, and Early Fours teaching assistant Jennifer Brzycki- Lundquist. Hired teacher Bryan Carpenter for alternative education, and teacher Erika Fast for the Second Chance program. • Heard the yearly report from the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation. Also accepted to designate the T. Wayne HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied With a loan from Hastings City Bank, your summer fun continues. Take a vacation, buy a boat, go on the road in your new RV, add a deck or pool... the possibilities are endless. Great rates. Fast answers, Flexible terms, Summer moves fast so don't wait Stop by any office and apply now. and a framed lighthouse pic­ ture at the meeting. "I believe teachers are like lighthouses, and you have certainly been a bright light in this district," Volz said when he presented her with the gift School board, continued from front page Community Notice UNPGJZ.TUG.6UN school. I admire Nancy be­ cause she can juggle ten things at once and can still be on top of them. She is a great brainstormer... we are sad to see her go." Potter was presented with a Maple Valley Pride pin, Mortgage Capital Corp 1-SOO- Fuller Trust fund to the scholarship. • Approved milk and bread bids for the school year from Roelof Dairy and But­ ternut breads. • Approved to endorse in­ cumbents Bread Baltensperger and Judith Wilcox for the Michigan Association of School Boards. • Approved LaVeine Inc. for office furniture vendor, pending the redesign of the bid. The bid must stay under the original bid of $12,557. • Approved the Schools of Choice resolution, and will now accept students into the district that adjoin the Maple Valley district that includes Hastings, Bellvue and Lakewood. • Heard from Second Chance program teacher Cindy Grant that the pro­ gram (which is currently housed behind the high school) that there has been zero discipline problems. The board also heard from one of the students. "I just wanted to thank the board for letting us use your portable... we are look­ ing forward to using the building downtown.." he said. Fuller Principal Bernie Hynes also praised the community service work the group had been doing at Fuller Elementary. "They are doing a great job," she said. "They are just busy bees, so polite — it's yes ma'am, and no ma'am and they are really hard workers." • Approved the sale of four old buses and trucks. Rep. Tabor plans to visit Vermontville State Rep. Susan Tabor is inviting area neighbors and friends to join her for coffee and conversation on Aug. 24 and 26 at several locations throughout Eaton County. Tabor’s visits visits to Vermontville, Potterville, Olivet and Bellevue are just a few ofmany she has made this summer. She is encour­ aging all residents to drop by, and reservations aren’t necessary. Tabor’s schedule on Tuesday, Aug. 24, includes a visit to The Sugar Hut, 174 S. 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Tibori icWt 11 to T«siy,A^H,iiki rit, WbMjifc’jKjlit iHuhtfx faltllu Staff Writer Eaton County Sheriff Pat Hutting attended last week's Vermontville Village Council meeting to talk with officials and residents about concerns in the park. Residents have com­ plained about drinking and drug use in the park, among other things. Residents have said that they were not get­ ting the response they wanted from the Eaton County Sheriffs Depart­ ment. "There have been com­ plaints about the park and the people have said that the police department wouldn’t or didn't respond," said board member Rod Harmon. "I would need the specifics of where and when these incidents occurred," said Hutting. Harmon commented that later at night the people who call go through 911 dispatch and might mistak­ enly think they are talking to the sheriffs department. "I'm wondering if the complaints might be from 911," Harmon said. "It's difficult," said Hutting. "When people call, they think they are talking to the sheriffs department and they are not. They are talking to a civilian in a seperate agency... I know you are having problems. I have heard about the problems. "We want to help out," he said. He went on to talk about HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 945-2243 1-800-535-7203 ONLY *3.7S Matinees before 6 pm J Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tues. *4410 with Student ID after 6 pm *4.00 LstsShmRtafe. DIOITAL STEREO Q No pesses or Tuesday discount! Unlimited Ree Drink Refills A .25* Com Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View MOVIE GUIDE J* lodct O how the department recently has had four people retire on the same day. "Right now we are down seven spots, that is part of our problem, but we are go­ ing to make an effort to at­ tack this problem... I don't know if the problem is with students and maybe when school starts it will die down... I know that there is drug use going on." He talked about how the drug use is hard to catch and the difficulties in putting in an undercover cop in a small town because everyone knows each other. "If I lived next to the park and that kind of activity was going on I would be mad, too." Harmon said that one of the persons who called the department was told to bring the complaint to the Village Council. "Who did this person talk to?" asked Hutting. "Whenever you call on something you should get a name so you know who you were talking to." One resident told of how he confronted a man on a motorcycle who was driving through the park and through town very fast. "He had no plates and he had to be going close to 70 miles per hour," the man said. The man said that even though he took down a de­ scription of both the man and the bike, when a police person came out, "he hardly looked for him," he said. "There are many times when I only have four peo­ ple on staff," said Hutting. "I am not here to make excuses, I am here because if there is a problem we want to solve it." Village President Sue Villianueva asked which ordi­ nances the department could act on. Hutting told her not the loitering or curfew, because the state has deemed both as unconstitutional. "Maybe I could come back in October and maybe we will see some progress," Hutting suggested. SIXTH SENSE (PG-13) Eaton County Sheriff Pat Hutting talks to the Vermontville Village Council about the problems in the park. One resident said, "If things get better around here in the fall, it's because its getting cold... It always gets better in the fall. It has been getting worse each sum­ mer... I live two blocks away from the park and I can hear the noise... I've gotten in my car and drove down to make sure no one was getting killed because of all the screaming and yelling that goes on there... there could be a serious problem out here." In other business at the meeting the council: • Denied a request from the Tri County Office on Aging's request for $500 for its "Meals on Wheels" pro­ gram. "We only have two or three on that program," said Villanueva. • Approved a special assesment for Linden Street for an estimated $8,689.75 per lot. There are six lots on the street, the village owning three. The special assesment can be paid in yearly pay­ ments for 10 years at a 6 percent interest rate on the unpaid balance. • Discussed how Linden Street is not done yet, and decided that the streets committee would check on it. • Denied a request for a street light to be put in on Linden Street. • Agreed to send out let­ ters of notice when rescheduling meetings, as council member Tom Williams said he was not notified, and could have used the time to be working. 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Adult Education Classes e " U-Begin Monday, September 13th. ■2S3B Iottokt SIGN UP TODAY! High School Completion Adult Basic Education GED Preparation Computer Training Applications Available at: MAPLEVALLEY ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION Kellogg School 324 N. Queen Street, Nashville 852-9794—for information—852-2145 �The Maple VMey New* Nashville Tueeday, August 17.1999 - Page 4 FROM WHI SCRAPBOOM Nashville residents surveyed by police by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer In an effort to identify the needs of the community in­ volving the police depart­ ment, Chief Garry Barnes has typed up a survey and is distributing it to all inter­ ested Nashville residents. The survey covers such question* a* which service* people feel are most impor­ tant, resident participation activities, and if the cover­ age should be increased to 24 hours a day (currently the department operates 20 hour*). "The intent of this sur­ vey," said Barnes, "is to find out from residents and tax payers what they would like us as a department to focus on. It was our intent to not only hear the good points but to hear the bad as well... we can't correct the bad if we don't know about it" Barnes said the idea came from officer Chris Hanson. “He worked it up and brought it to me and I thought it was a great idea to see what the residents wanted," Barnes said. "He has been passing the sur­ veys out on foot patrol and door to door. They arc avail­ able at every business in town and. of course, at the police department and vil­ lage office. This falls under the community policing area, which Chris has expe­ rience in." Hanson, a police officer who has recently received an award of commendation for his work, has community policing experience. He has taken classes on the subject at Michigan State Univer­ sity. Hanson has been a “mover and shaker" in the department. Barnes said. Barnet said that surveys are already being returned. "Some of the things high­ lighted have been daily house checks for vacation­ ers, enforcing the juvenile curfew, school truancy Compiled by Steve Horton Here is a sampling of news, views, and humor from earlier times. A Michigan weekly once reported: The papers are telling us that there is a dog out in Missouri that chews tobacco like a man. Now Missouri is a long way off, and ofcourse we must accept the account of the papers, but we will wager one thing, he does not spit all over the floor like a man. Police Chief Garry Barnes goes over the police survey that is posted on the department window with resident Leona Greenfield, and her son Devin. checks, and traffic enforce­ ment. A lot of the people have checked off the junk vehicle ordinance, and many people seem to be concerned about drugs. 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She said a sub­ stitute teacher in the district let her daughter sleep over at her house before helping the daughter arrange travel plans to run away from home. "She is still teaching in the district which tells me her her actions actions are are endorsed, endorsed,,,''"" said the woman at the meet­ ing. "I don't feel comfort­ able with my daughters in this school system... I want them to have a fresh start. Teachers should not put stu­ dents in harm's way... she could have been killed. I re­ ally believe that." Scho o l booaarrd m meem mbeer ss Scho oool booar d m meem mbeer ss seemed unaware of the inci­ dent "Does anyone on the board even know that this' happened?" she asked. Superintendent Clark Volz said that he had heard rumors, but did not know the extent of it. GOOD TIME PIZZA Was That 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday - Thursday 10 am to 11 pm; Friday & Saturday 10 am to Midnight; Sunday 4 pm to 11 pm HOMETOVN LUMBER YARD 219 S. 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It just so happened that a passerby immediately administered CPR to him, and there was an emergency vehicle just two minutes away. The hospital was fifteen miles from where our neighbor was playing tennis, but an emergency vehicle was returning from another call and was close by. After the emergency crew gave aid to our friend, they tried to locate the stranger who had administered CPR because they attributed his quick action with helping to save our friend’s life. The stranger was nowhere to be found and the bystanders said that they did not know who he was and that they had never seen the man before. Our neighbor is now back home recuperating from heart surgery with renewed faith, and he is grateful to God for putting the stranger and the emergency crew near him when he needed help. We all were praying for our friend, and after hearing his story, we know that God does take care of His people and He answers prayers. (517) 852-0840 RICHARD A. GENTHER Manager MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm WOLE VER’S Real Estate Before they call I will answer, while they are yet speaking I will hear. Revised Standard Version Isaiah 65:24 Elsie E. Wolever, Broker Res. (517) 726-0637 Ask for our sales Dept. 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship ..... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................... 7 p.m. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a. m. Worship Service .............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m.' Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ ..........6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship .................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. .-Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .‘,10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time..... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class...................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN HORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a m. P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone-: 852-9682 PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ...............9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.....................9 a.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School 9:45a Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 17,1999 - Page 6 Kids put on puppet show at Putnam Library session all the people and busi­ nesses that have donated prizes for the program. After the puppet show and coloring, the children made their way outside, where they played a spirited game of duck duck goose, and other games. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Children watched a puppet show about a kangaroo with an identity crisis at last week's Putnam Library pro­ gram. The puppet show was put on by Kristen Hummel, Erin Hummel, Valerie Smith, Kyle Pash and Ryan Clevenger, all kids. The kangaroo, who did not know she was a kanga­ roo, tried to be like all the other animals until she found out she was her own unique animal. Children also colored thank you cards to give to This weeks program, held on Wednesday at 10:30 will feature a juggler and crafts and games. The following week will be "crazy dress up day," where kids are encour­ aged to show up dressed as crazy as their imagination allows. This week’s program, held on Wednesday at 10:30 will feature a juggler and crafts and games. The following week will be “crazy dress up day,” where kids are encouraged to show up dressed as crazy as their imagination allows. These children put on the puppet show at the Putnam Library program last week. From left, Kristen Hummel, Erin Hummel, Valerie Smith, Kyle Pash, and Ryan Clevenger. The kids enjoy the puppet show about a kangaroo with an identity crisis. * L &Lo cation ISmall Classes I | I w0 ■VZ Affordability Children color thank you cards for all those that donated prizes to the library programs this summer. Transferability Day and Evening Classes Hundreds of Barry County residents have already registered for Fall ’99 academic classes at the KCC Fehsenfeld Center near Hastings. HOW ABOUT YOU? New KCC students should attend an orientation session, which includes the ASSET assessment, prior to seeing a KCC Counselor to schedule classes. Remaining orientation sessions are as follows: The older kids at the program got a chance to learn some Australian slang. THURSDAY, August 19, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY, August 25, 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Please reserve a place at either session by calling (616) 948-9500. Hurry, FALL CLASSES BEGIN ON OR AFTER AUGUST 30th! The KCC Fehsenfeld Center 2950 Gun Lake Rd. Hastings, MI 49058 kLLLUUe CUL'dAUKLY~Y CULLLGL1 (616) 948-9500 www.kellogg.cc.mi.us The kids played a spirited game of duck duck goose at the Putnam Library pro­ gram last week. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 17,1999 - Page 7 Nashville starts process for non-partisan elections by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council has started the pro­ cess of making village elec­ tions non partisan and to have the village clerk and treasurer be appointed rather than elected. There are basically three steps to the process. The first, which was approved at last week's council meeting, will draft the changes to the village charter. The second step is a public hearing on the matter, the third is vot­ ing on the change. If the new ordinance is adopted, candidates running for village offices would not have to disclose party affili­ ation. Also, the village clerk and treasurer would not be elected as in the past, but rather appointed by the council. In other business last week, the council: • Decided to seek more es­ timates on the 1996 police cruiser to see whether the car is worth keeping or sell­ ing, it was decided at last Thursday's meeting. The council is debating on whether to keep the car for court trips and training. They have one estimate for $3,300 to fix the absolute minimum problems with the car to keep it in working condition. The council members will revisit the issue when they receive more bids. • Decided to contact attor­ neys and and an engineer about obtaining grants for the water system improve- ments and the Reed Street project. • Appointed Rosemary Myall as Library Board rep­ resentative for the village. • Heard from John Ander­ son of Hastings who is in­ terested in the vacant zoning administrator's position. He will meet with president Dennis Mapes on the job requirements. The council will appoint someone at its next meeting. • Talked about giving Po­ lice Chief Garry Barnes hir­ ing authority within the po­ lice department. The council will seek more information from the village attorney on the matter. • Revised four and added two new policies regarding employees in the village. Newest titles on the shelf at the Sunfield Library There will be many famil­ iar faces marching this weekend with the library in this year’s Farmers’ Picnic parade. Marchers will toss candy and hand out flyers announcing Ming the Magnificent's performance later in the day under the tent. The Friends of the Library’s will have a book sale at the picnic. As always, the sale is made up ofbooks donated throughout the year by Sunfield folks. Sunfield’s Backyard Safari is nearing its conclu­ sion as the summer reading program holds its grand finale at the Sunfield Community Rooms Thursday, Aug. 19, at 1 p.m Library volunteers Sandy Wells and Mary Simmons EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available have a special event planned and kids who are signed up and have been participating in the program are advised not to miss the prizes, games, food and fun. New videos: Mask of Zorro is available for rent for 50 cents. New books on our shelves, by category are: Adult Fiction: Black Notice is by Patricia Cornwell; Angels Flight, by Michael Connelly, and An Ocean Apart, by Robin Pilcher, are donated new releases. Paperback: The Accidental Bride, by Jane Feather; Misty is the first book in V.C. Andrews’ new Wildflowers series; Little Altars Everywhere is by Rebecca Wells, the author of the bestseller Divine Secrets of Ya Ya Sisterhood; ruthless.com is a Power Plays book by Tom Clancy and a donation. Christian Fiction: The Postcard, is new from Beverly Lewis, author ofthe popular Amish series and of The Sunroom. Dominion is a donation and is authored by Randy Alcorn. In Alcorn’s highly regarded and realistic novel, the main character, Clarence Abernathy, is a journalist investigating a shocking murder who dis­ covers redemption living on the midst of inner-city gangs and racial conflict. Adult Non-Fiction: October Sky is Homer Hickman’s memoir about growing up during the Soviet-American space race and the basis for the current movie of the same name; Endurance: Shackleton’s Incredible Voyage, by Alfred Lansing, a new release ofthe book originally published in 1959, recounts Sir Ernest Shackleton’s grueling expe­ dition across Antarctica dur­ ing the early 1900s. Juniors: The New Kid and the Cookie Thief, by Mary O’Keefe Young, and The Best Night Out with dad, by Dan Clark, are new Chicken soup for Little souls easy readers. New Jewel Kingdom titles are The Sapphire Princess Hunts for Treasure, The Emerald Princess Finds a Fairy, and The Diamond Princess and the Magic Ball, and are books 6, 7 and 8 respective­ ly. Camp Saddlebrook is about the best summer in Christina Reese’s life and its Thoroughbred series edition 28. 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. ?. . VERMONTVILLE WORK FROM HOME: Growing company needs help. Earn between $500-$ 1,200 parttime/full-time. Fun, easy, will train. Call forfree 14page book­ let. 616-248-7779. www.cash911 .com/byrbest ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS, windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 Real Estate FORECLOSED HOMES! LOW OR $0 DOWN! Gov’t & Bank Repos being sold Now! Financing available! Local list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. KALKASKA COUNTY: 9.76 Beautiful Rolling Acres with a fantastic countryside setting. Ideal camping and hunting base. Short drive to State Land. Drive­ way and cleared site already in­ stalled. $26,900, $500 down, $33/mo., 11% Land Contract. Northern Land Company 1-800­ 968-31188 or www.northemlandco. com Antiques IONIA ANTIQUE MARKET, Ionia Fairgrounds, M-66 North of 1-96. Sunday, August 22nd, 8­ 4pm. Admission $2.50. Informa­ tion 616-874-6928. Lawn & Garden WATER GARDENING Wa­ ter Lilies and Lotus, Aquatic plants, Goldfish and Koi, liners, pumps, filters. Apol’s Landscap­ ing Co. 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia. 616-698-1030 NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly processing mail. Easy! No experience needed. Call 1-800-4263085 Ext.#1400 24hrs. Trim Your Home Insurance Rates! NASHVILLE- 5300 CURTIS RD. Very sharp 3bd., 1 bath ranch w/partial finished walkout basement. 1.2 acres w/mature trees and heated pole bam. Priced at $107,000. Contact Jean Christie- Red Carpet Keim-Red Cedar 517-272-7177. Open house Sunday, August 22nd, 24pm. GET MORE NEWS! Sub^ scribe to the Hastings Banner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Ph. 616-945-9554 You work hard to care for your home. So do we, offering many discounts to trim your costs. Your home deserves the best coverage that money can buy, but why spend more than necessary? Find out about all the discounts you may qualify for. Call Today. Making your future more predictable FARM BUREAU ntB, INSURANCE MMM |U><*U MvruAl • VMM (UMtMl l'<l > MUM MAPLE VALLEY Real 227 Estate N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE 4695 Middleville Rd. (M-37), Middleville Phone 1-800-443-5253 MMMSk Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Phone (517) 852-1915 MLS Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Lynn Denton Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI............................................. Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker).................................................................. 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)...................................................................... 852-5066 Open Houses Sunday, August 22 • 2:00 - 4:00 pm Both in Fuller Heights 512 Chapel Drive - $139,900 405 Center Court - $145,000 FULLER HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION NEW LISTING! FULLER HEIGHTS - NASHVILLE Nashville, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, attached 2 car This exceptional quad level home on the end ofa cul-de-sac garage, ranch home built in 1997. Full basement. is in a secluded setting, quiet neighborhood. Home has 4 For Rent NEW 2 BEDROOM APART­ MENT in downtown Nashville. $450 a month + $500 security deposit, includes: water, sewer & garbage, references required. NO PETS! 945-5005, evenings 948-2691 MATERIALS MANAGER H&L Manufacturing a wire harness supplier to the automotive industry has an. immediate openingfor a highly motivated Materials Manager. POSSIBLE 2 UNIT control, supplier development and contract negotiations. Qualified candidates will have 3-5 years experience in materials management, strong leadership skills and knowledge of Stan­ dard automotive practices. We offer a competitive wage with an excellent benefit package. H&L Manufacturing 122 E. Main St., Caledonia, MI 49316 Email: d.knight@hlmanufacturing.com NASHVILLE - GREAT INCOME INVESTMENT Large 5 bedroom house, 2 baths, Live in one unit & rent the formal dining room, open stairother way, .sheltered front porch. Could, be 2 family home. (N-67) 2 story, 4 bedroom home, 2 baths, lots of space in this well kept 2 unit rental, on a nice shady comer lot near elementary school. Call Jerry for more details. (N-69) NEAR HASTINGS IN COUNTRY ON 2 ACRES 2 bedroom earthen sheltered home with open living area. Comer lot. (CH-63) Call Nyle for details. $75,000 IN VERMONTVILLE! “TURN OF CENTURY VICTORIAN” Large home with apartment or could be used as 3 apartments. Porches, bay windows & cupula are just some of the character this home enjoys. (Call Nyle. (V-71) 2 story “Cape Cod” home. (Approx. 2500 sq. ft.) with 4 bed­ rooms & 3 baths. Walkout base­ ment will be finished with extra kitchenette. Second floor not finished. front porch & back deck, car garage. 2 attached Appliances included. Call Homer for more info. (CH-70) ——— VACANT LAND ON WEST MAIN IN VER- MONTVILLE - Comer lot with public utilities available, electric power pole on property. Call Nyle (VL-68) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE for walkout basement. Blacktop road NE of Vermontville. Good access to Lansing. Some newly planted trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed, perked & has driveway permit. (VL-64) Call Nyle. Primary responsibilities include, materials planning, inventory Send written response to: (517) 726-0088 TORCH LAKE: Affordable acreage 20 miles East ofTraverse City. 2 acres, asphalt road, elec­ tric, beautiful views, minutes from public lake access, $44,900. 10% down, $250 per mo. bal­ ance on 11% land contract. KALKASKA (28 MILES WEST OFF 175 GRAYLING). 5- & 10 acres of mature Blue Spruce Pine & Maple hardwoods. Minutes from the Manistee River & thousands ofacres ofthe Pere Marquette State Forest! Year round road w/electric, $14,900. Great Lakes Land Company, 231-331-4227. www.greatlakesland.com Business Services 3 ACRES LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BUILDING SITE 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on black­ top road. Call Homer. (VL-49) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas available located at the end ofprivate road deed restrictions. Call Nyle (VL-39) Country lot big enough for a horse, surveyed on private road. (VL-42) 3.3' ACRES - 2 ACRES - Beautiful building Rolling, surveyed, perked, near site priced to buy' at just $16,900. Call Nyle today, 726­ 1-96 Clarksville exchange. Close 1234. (VL-43) to good fishing & golf courses. (VL-62) Call Homer.' 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel is ideal for your new home, land nd contract term's” Call Nyle to discuss the details. (VL-30). �Ttw Mapte Malay Maa*. HatfnMa Tuaaday August 17.1998 - Page • Barry County Extension Office CALENDER OF EVENTS Michigan State Uwvenaty Ixtenuon program* and mate­ rial* art open to all without regard to race, color, aationtl on gm. gender religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sesua orientation. marital etatu* or family status Aug 17 Aug, li Small Animal Sale (ommrttee Meeting. 7 pm al the Extension Off ice 4-H Advisory Conned, 7 ptn. Extension Of­ fice 4-H Hone Trail Committee Meeting. 6 30 p m al the Extension Off ice Aug. 21 State Dog Show. Pavilion. MSU East Lansing Aug. 24 CMO 4-H Trail Ride. Charlton Pari Sept I 4*44 Ln rNock Developmental Committee Meet* ing. 7 30 p m. Expo ( enter Sept. S Horae Developmental ( ommrttee Meeting. 7 pm. Extension Office Sept. 11*12 4-H' era Rendezvous Sept. 14 4-H Advisory Council. 7 pm. Extension Of­ fice Sept. IS 4-H Award forms due Sept. 26 Open Speed Show. 10 am.. Expo Center Sept 27 4-H Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting. 7 pm. Ag room Hastings High School Aug 19 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2", 5" Well Drilling & Repair on several charges Jason Dexter. IS, of Nashville, was sentenced earlier this month in Barry Count y Circuit Court to 90 days in jail with credit for one day served plus restitu­ tion and one year of prob*• tion on his conviction of violating tus plea under ad­ visement by being a minor in possession (of a con­ trolled substance) and by be­ ing in possession of a stolen weapon. "He needs substance abuse counseling,'* said Kuzava. "He's had three MIPs, in­ cluding to the marijuana re­ ferred io here today." "It looks like you have a fair amount of ability you are never going to realize if you continue to use drugs and alcohol," said Circuit Judge James Fisher. "You have a lot of potential and you also have a problem with responsibility and a lack of direction. J think dis­ tancing yourself from your family is not the best way to approach things." Help Wanted HELP WANTED: CASTLETON, GROVE, THE MAPLE Nashville Volunteer Ambulance has three (3) posi­ Richard Cobb • David Cobb tions open, for more information or 517-852­ call 517-852-9661 517-726-0377 0411.______________________________ 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Nashville teen sentenced to jail 29 Mich. Lie. #23-1748 PEOPLE WANTED TO GET PAID $$ to lose up to 30!bs in the next 30 days. Natu­ ral. guaranteed. Call: 616-248­ 7707. 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Officers responding to a complaint of loud fireworks in the 200 block of South State Street Aug. 10 at about 8:20 p.m. found the home made pipe bomb de­ vices, along with drug para­ phernalia and a small quan­ tity of crystal meth, said Barnes. District Court Magistrate Glenn Staup said Terry Michael Kellogg was ar­ raigned Wednesday on two counts ofplacing explosives next to property causing property damage. Each charge carries a maximum possible penalty of 20 years in prison. He was also arraigned on one count of possessing a bomb with unlawful intent, a 15 year felony and one count of delivery and manu­ facture of controlled sub­ stance with intent to deliver, a seven-year felony. Assisting in the investi­ gation were the Michigan State Police K-9 unit from the Battle Creek Post, the Michigan State Police Bomb squad from Lansing and the Grand Rapids Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF), said Barnes. Nashville man gets jail for violating probation Jason Betts, 20, of Nashville, was sentenced earlier this month, in Barry County Circuit Court to one year in jail with credit for 160 days served on his conviction of violating the probation he was serving for a previous breaking and en­ tering conviction. "Mr. Betts has been given a number of breaks,” said Assistant Prosecutor Amy Kuzava. "He received one substantial break in our county on at least one occa­ sion. He then committed one crime in prison after he was sent there by this court and he's committed a num­ ber of offenses here. I don't believe he should be given One more opportunity." Kuzava said Betts has done nothing to comply with the terms of probation. "My goal is to run him out ofjail time so when he violates probation again, he will go to prison," Kuzava said. Betts was convicted of vi­ olating probation by failing to report to his probation agent, by failing to pay fines and costs and by fail- Nashville man pleads guilty to attempted larceny Benjamin Tobias, 19, of Nashville, pleaded guilty earlier this month in Barry County Circuit Court to at­ tempted larceny in a build­ ing and was sentenced to 30 days in jail with credit for Embezzlement being probed at Nashville store The Nashville Police De­ partment is investigating an 18-year-old female employee of the South End Party Store for allegedly embez­ zling two to three thousand dollars worth of lottery tick­ ets between July 11 and 27, according to Nashville Po­ lice Chief Gany Barnes. Barnes said Corporal Ter­ rance Johnson of the Nashville Police Depart­ ment was contacted by the ing to maintain gainful em­ ployment between May and June ofthis year. "You can work like the rest of us or you can pay back people you stole from or you can go to prison," Circuit Judge James Fisher told Betts Thursday. Betts was granted work re­ lease and was continued on probation. store owner July 28 and was furnished with information and evidence in reference to the incident. South End Party Store is located at 637 South Main St. in the village. The incident remains un­ der investigation and anyone with information abou> the investigation is encouraged to call the department at (517) 852-9866. All tips will be kept confidential. two days served. He was also ordered to spend one year on probation on the conviction. Tobias entered a walk-in cooler at a Nashville conve­ nience store June 16 and took two, six-packs of beer which, when confronted by a clerk, he returned. "Mr. Tobias appears to have a lot of potential but he also has problems with impulsivity," said Assistant Prosecutor Kuzava. "He's going to need to learn to curb that if he's going to re­ alize the potential he has." "What 1 did was idiocy on my part," he said. "I know that and I apologize for my mistake." He was also ordered to pay $600 court costs and to attend the AIM program with Barry County Sub­ stance Abuse. THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE RECEIVES $16,100 STATE MATCHING GRANT TO DEVELOP WELLHEAD PROTECTION PROGRAM The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality has awarded Vermontville a $16,100.00 matching grant to develop a Wellhead Protection Program. The pro­ gram will aid the Village in keeping the community’s drinking water supply clean by helping to prevent contamination from reaching toe Village's water wells. A local Task Committee has been formed to help guide toe Village in developing toe program. Currently, toe Village is working with the Township of Vermontville and the Grand Rapids engineering firm of Fleis & Vandenbrink Engineering, Inc. to locate the area where toe community’s drinking water originates from. Once this is determined, toe program will identify methods to help keep the water in this area clean. Methods will include developing a plan for toe emergency cleanup of a hazardous material release, identifying local pollution risks, and informing area residents what they can do to help keep toe community’s drinking water safe. For more information, contact Tony Wawiernia, Superintendent, Vermontville Department of Public Works at 517-726-1444. 101 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 17,1999 - Page 9 For Sale Auto Friendship bracelets made at Art in the Park by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Kids attending the first Art in the Park this year in Vermontville learned how to make friendship bracelets !n nS s««.Ss and otherjewelry. 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, welll maintained, in great condition inside & out. $15,500060.948­ 0502 Children had hundreds of brightly colored beads to choose from for their own unique bracelet, and neck­ laces. There was also leather 5s ,5; and embroidery floss to craft Children spent the hour Art in the Park is a yearly program to help children learn new crafts, art or hob­ bies for the summer. It is held every week in August before school in session on Tuesdays at 2 p.m. sponsored by the It is Ver­ montville Historical Soci­ ety. This week's program on Tuesday (today) will feature Marsha Grant, Children at Art in the Park make jewelry from the colorful beads. program is free and materials are provided. who will Alternative Ed enrollments starts Enrollment begins today teach a special craft. The Aug. (Tuesday, Maple JM *<» i ?>■ £!£** ** Low or $0 Down! Gov’t & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Local Listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5224 ORDINANCE REMINDER ations. ! FORECLOSED HOMES with. crafting one of a kind cre­ iS FOR SALE: 1996 CHEVROLET EXTENDED CAB PICKUP Z-71. BLACK WITH GREY INTERIOR-LOADED. OF­ FERS HEAVY DUTY TOW­ ING PACKAGE, COVER ON BACK PLUS BEDLINER. LOWMILES. MUSTSEETO APPRECIATE. PHONE: 945­ 9747. ___________________ GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Ad­ vertise with classifieds in the Reminder and Hastings Banner. Ph. 945-9554 Valley 17) for alternative The program is open to all 19-year-olds (grades Students may pick up an !«W^ (Mte) downtown 9794. Hastings, Lakewood, Bellevue and Maple Valley students. School of Choice 9-12). l in St. Nashville, or call (517) 852­ Enrollment is open to all education. 16- to Queen application Kellogg the W.K. Building, 324 at enrollment is open until Sept. 4. The Village of Nashville would like to remind all village residents of Ordinance No. 10-9-86 which reads in part: It is unlawful for any person to store on any land within the village a dismantled, partially dismantled, or inoperable motor vehicle, boat, machinery, or equipment, or any parts thereof for more than 15 days unless within a wholly enclosed garage. A complete copy of this ordinance may be seen at the village office weekdays 9 am to 5 pm. tyf Int lm ri Pitii Hull iwiiHi uto ni®ja«[ta ■U ikiMot ilk* IMuik rill ristiNim ris ritkhtllil tfniifiM rikitaririk litknri lltaF1’ 4fM totMiriM W» ]aa i^'«l* cat -^toi’Sii Carla Rumsey, age 3, holds her bracelet made at Art in the Park last week. Ties 19 _6 _______ 9___ 5___ 2#K^ HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION _____________________2#^__________ risi R»«“tot 517-726-0323 Jjihi ■ ■jhia htiaa <1 F« LJ| ?J £**< QjT Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile ^Lawn Edging Straight Borders Concrete Paving Slabs White & Red 18"xl8” Natural & Red Curved Borders White & Red Innovative concrete systems life- Call for FREE Estimates - i FOR SALE ioW l»*L/ //I* !»»O $ »•%*** $4^ m The Village of Nashville is accepting bids on two used computers. They can be seen at 206 N. Main between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Following is a list of what is included: 486 hard drive, with 5-1/4 in. disk drive, keyboard, monitor, Okidata 520 dot matrix printer, 3.1 Windows and software. Bids can be made at 206 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 on oi before August 26,1999. L Cobble Lite™ Paving Stones Penny Pavers 12”xl2” Natural 8”x4” Autumn Gold or Range Red Charcoal 12” Round Red Charcoal Easi-Wall 12” Hexagon Charcoal Red & Red....... Charcoal TIhometowm YARD T/f LUMBER Cash & Carry 517-852-0882 219 S. State in Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 17,1999 - Page 10 Commission on Aging Menu Heart Meals Wednesday, Aug. 18 Swedish meatballs over buttered noodles, collard greens, stewed tomatoes, ambrosia salad. Thursday, Aug. 19 Chicken breast teriyaki over bed of rice, green beans, com, pineapple. Friday, Aug. 20 Fish fillets, dinner roll, NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS GLN FUNDRAISING 129 N Main Bellevue, Ml 49021 Seasonal position open for cleri­ cal, data processing, warehouse and drivers. Flexible hours avail­ able. Starting wages S5.15-S8.00 New rates for computer operators For more Information call 616-763-9409 potatoes, peas and carrots, fresh bananas. Monday, Aug. 23 Italian sausage, bakery bun, baked beans, fancy kraut, diced peaches. Tuesday, Aug. 24 Chef’s special. Lite Meals Wednesday, Aug. 18 Tuna and bowtie pasta, crackers, three bean salad, broccoli salad, fruit juice. Thursday, Aug. 19 Twin cheese, combination of American and Swiss deli rye bread, mandarin orange, garden Jell-o, diced pears. Friday, Aug. 20 Shaved lean ham and turkey breast on whole wheat bread, applesauce, baked beans, fresh banana. Monday, Aug. 23 ADVERTISING SALES We are looking for a positive, hardworking person to join our sales staff. Full time position covering local advertising accounts. Full benefits, and lots of earning potential. Tuna salad with two slices of whole wheat bread, fruit cocktail, tomato relish, cake. Tuesday, Aug. 24 Cold meatloaf sandwich on freshly baked white bread, com salad, potato sal­ ad, diced peaches. Events Wednesday, Aug. 18 Crafts, COA, Hastings; Social Day, Masonic Temple, Nashville; Trivia, Eagles Club, Woodland; Trivia, Faith United Methodist Church, Delton. Thursday, Aug. 19 Music, COA, Hastings; Bingo, Masonic Temple, Nashville; Margert Reid, Faith United Methodist Church, Delton. Friday, Aug. 20 - Bingo, COA, Hastings; Birthday Party, Masonic Temple, Nashville; Social Day, Eagles Club, Woodland. Monday, Aug. 23 •« Music, COA, Hastings; Game Day, Masonic Temple, Nashville; Game Day, Eagles Club, Woodland; Y2K (11:30), Faith United Methodist Church, Delton. Tuesday, Aug. 24 Margaret Reid and Puzzle day, COA, Hastings. Reply by resume to J-Ad Graphics, Inc. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Michigan 49058 Attention Sales Or Call 945-9554 - Askfor Fred Call 945-9554 forslS-^ACTION-Ads! Bl Vacation Cddution! Stay At One Of More Than 120 Fabulous Resorts. The Choice Is Yours. That’s Right! Fillmore Equipment of Hastings will send you and a guest on a 4-day getaway at your choice of over 120 fabulous resorts FREE with your purchase of any John Deere 5000 TEN series tractor. Purchases from 5000 TEN Series Tractors deliver impressive power, August 1 to easy operation, and legendary John Deere reliability September 30, 1999 will qualify for this vacation offer. We invite you to stop in or call any of our sales representatives to find out the advantages of these innovative and timesaving machines. Let Fillmore Equipment send you on a trip to experience “Down Time” the way it should be RESORT SELECTIONS FEATURE THESE AND MANY experienced! Stop in or call today! 45- to 75-hp Tractors 5000 TEN SERIES OTHER FINE HOTELS: Nashville man joins internship of Jason L. Joppie Nashville is participating in an internship as a part ofhis studies in the architectural and drafting design Computer Aided Design (CAD) technology program at Technical Lincoln Institute in Indianapolis, Ind. The program leads to an associate in applied science degree. Joppie is interning with G.L. Haisma Design Co. in Grand Rapids under the supervision ofGary Haisma, owner. A graduate of Maple Valley High School in Vermontville, the intern is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Joppie ofNashville. James C. Laird, executive director of the Indianapolis school, reports that the Flag football sign-ups will be Aug. 19 The Maple Valley Youth Flag Football sign-up is Thursday, Aug. 19 at 7 p.m. The sign-up will take place at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. Players in the second and third grades are eligible to participate. Cost to enter is $15. If you have any questions, call (517) 726­ 1194. Castleton Twp. Board August 4,1999 Meeting called to order at 7 p.m. by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Eight people were in atten­ dance as well. Approved minutes from the July 7, 1999 meeting. There was no treasurer's report. Approved paying the bills in the amount of 7126.93. Discussed the meeting with the Road Commission. Discussed the settlement hearing. Committee reports were given. Election results were given. Correspondence was read. Public comment was heard. Heard report from County Commissioner J. Mackenzie. Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: Supervisor J. Cooley (100) Farm AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 new Early Four School Readi­ Program sponsored by Maple Valley Adult Education. Call 852-9794 for more infor­ A TYPICAL VACATION INCLUDES: • Deluxe accommodations for two adults • Children stay FREE • Complimentary travel gift • Discount coupon book • First morning breakfast for two • Tickets to a local attraction • Complimentary round of golf • Transportation not included H>W XTM&fwrr Marriott UMMND mation. MAPLE VALLEY ADULT EDUCATION is accepting ap­ plications for the LION’s DEN - IB Radisson. Costa Deal new before and after school En­ richment Program. Call 852­ 9794 for more information. K31 Fillmore JOHN DEERE www.deere.com Equipment, Inc. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml CRAFTERS NEEDED 5-K run set in Charlotte The fifth annual Frontier Days Stampede five kilome ter run is set for Saturday, Sept. 11 at 9:45 a.m. Runners begin on Oliver Street in front of Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital, and follow the parade route through down­ town Charlotte, continue through Bennett Park, and then return to the hospital. It’s a fast, flat USA Track and Field certified 5K race. There is an entry fee of $12 in advance, or $15 the day of the race. Prizes will be awarded in two cate­ gories, male and female, with first place winners receiving $200, second place winners getting $100, and third place winners receiving $50. Student and amateur athletes will be awarded trophies for the first place male and female. There are also trophies to age group win­ ners, and everyone goes home with a commemora­ tive T-shirt. For more information, or to request an entry form, call the Hayes Green Beach Rehab and Wellness Center at (517) 543-9575. The race is sponsored by the Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital Rehab and Well­ ness Center, Tunes Are Us, Community Newspapers, Carter’s Food Center, and Can Do! (Charlotte Area Networking for Developing Opportunity). IN THE SERVICE Scott R. Venton Navy Lt. Scott R. Venton, of 1860 N. Ionia Road, Ver­ montville, recently reported for duty at Navy and Marine Corps Reserve Center, Bat­ tle Creek. The 1986 graduate of Maple Valley High School joined the Navy in March 1990. He has been supervi­ sor at Kraft Foods-Post divi­ sion of 275 Cliff St., Battle Creek, for three years. Venton is the son of Stan R. and Marie Venton of 1784 N. Ionia Road, also ofVer­ montville. His wife, Michelle, is the daughter of William L. and Janet East­ man ofNashville. Part-Time Laundry Positions Includes weekends and various shifts. Willing to train the right candidate. Vacation and sick benefits are available, as well as dental and/or medical insurance. Wages based on experience. To apply for this position, fill out an application at our facility or contact Marcia Hause at 616-945-2407 ext. 212. EOE Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 c&brnapple $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) - ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees and Housewives NOW HIRING TEENS Wanted 4 YEAR OLD CHILDREN for ness Drive, is one of 13 facilities operated at LTI in the with actual employment Midwest and East. It also experience before assuming offers degree and diploma full-time positions in the programs is mechanical drafting field. Internships drafting design and CAD are offered only to students technology, automotive ser­ in the highest percentile of vice management, diesel and truck service management, their class. The Indianapolis campus, automotive technology, and located at 1201 Stadium diesel and truck technology. internship program is designed to provide students for Caledonia Band, 2000craft show Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat.7 to 2 on November 20th. 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Ad#.852z SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Single ngle white female, 22,5’9”, with brown hair anablue ablue eyes, who enjoys sports, swimming and traveling, seeks an active, outgoing single white male 25-35. Ad#.8485 SEARCHING Very outgoing, caring single white female, 20, 5'5", who likes walking, time at the park, reading and movies, is looking for an outgo­ ing, know knowledgeable single male, under 30. Ad#.3527 Country music, camping, reading, dancing and trying new things are all interests of this romantic single white female, 50, 5’1", with blonde hair. If you’re a compatible single male and interested in a great woman, leave her a message today. Ad#.6356 ON THE QUIET SIDE Shy, employed single white dad of two, 39, 6'1 , 175lbs., with brown hair, blue eyes, and beard, is seeking a single white female, 33-40, who enjoys the beach, NASCAR, movies, chil­ dren and baseball games. Ad#.1579 UNTIL NOW Personable single white male, 24, 6’1", 210lbs., with brown hair and green eyes, who enjoys skiing, hunting, fishingand having a good timel, is seeking a sincere, fun-loving single white female, 19-29, with similar interests. Ad#.4192 EASY RIDER Caring single white male, 39, 5'9”, 160lbs., with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys sports, motorcycle riding, NASCAR, and more, is seeking a nice, active single white female, 25-44, for a long-term relationship. Ad#.9964 IT’S WHAT WE MAKE IT Honest, humorous single white male, 38, 5’10", 175lbs., with brown hair and hazel eyes, who enjoys tennis, biking and swimming, would really like to meet a goal-oriented single white female, 28-40, to go out and have a good time with. Ad#.32O4 THE SEARCH IS OVER Beautiful single white female, 29, 5’8", a green-eyed blonde, who enjoys dancing, bowl­ ing and more, is seeking an honest, handsome single white male, 25-45. 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Ad#.925O FOR GOOD TIMES Sweet, shy and laid-back, best describes this petite, slender single white female, 25, who enjoys travel, reading and sports. She’s seek­ ing a nice, honest single white male. Ad#. 8510 PURE MOTIVES Check out this single white female, 28, 5’6", with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys NASCAR, horseback riding, camping and movies, is looking for friendship with a single white male, 30-35. Ad#.5229 TREAT ME RIGHT Goal-oriented single white female, 23, 5', fullfigured, with brown hair and hazel eyes, who enjoys auto racing, cooking and dining out, is seeking a sincere incere single male, 23-35, for a serious long-term relationship. Ad#.3001 EASY TO TALK TO Shy single white female, 36, 5’4", with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys outdoor activities and keeping active, seeks a compatible single white male, 36-46. Ad#.5834 SIMILAR INTERESTS Petite, slender single white female, 55, who enjoys bowling, horseback riding, Gospel music, flea markets and sporting events, would like ke to meet an active single white whi male. Ad#.46O2 MOVE FAST Fun-loving, outgoing single white female, 49, with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys traveling, movies and the theater, is seeking a single white male, 45-55. Ad#.6543 STILL LOOKING Easygoing single black fernale, 32, 5’5", who resides in the Battle Creek area, enjoys exer­ cising, biking, writing and reading. She’s look­ ing for a single black male, 30-45, for friend­ ship first, maybe more. Ad#. 1314 BRIGHT IDEAS Reading, movies, riding Harleys and candlelit dinners, these are just a few of the activities you can share with this independent single white female, 48, petite, with hazel eyes. She seeks a sincere single white male, 45-59. 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Ao#.7604 LOOK NO FURTHER Petite, full-figured single white female, 43, with blonde hair and brown eyes, seeks an honest, energetic etic single whi white male, 38-48, to share friendship. Ad#.6567 HAPPY-GO-LUCKY LADY Single ngle white female, 59,5’9", with blonde hair an a blue eyes, who enjoys camping, country music and having a good time, is seeking a single white male, 55-65. Ad#. 1728 Cheerful single white mother of one, 18, 5’7”, 155lbs., with brown hair and green eyes, who enjoys music, baseball and basketball, seeks an honest, faithful single black male, 18-25. Ad#.8199 SHARE MY WORLD Outgoing single white female, 39, 5’5", with blonde hair and hazel eyes, who enjoys movies, hiking and playing with her children, is seeking a kind single white male, under 48. Ad#. 1096 YOU NEVER KNOW... What can happen once you decide to call this single white female, 47, 5’5”, who is a blueeyed brunette. 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Jessica and Sarah Cook of team of selected female Nashville recently players from Michigan who Sarah and Jessica Cook take their hoops seriously and have a pretty good time competing in the sport. are of the high school varsity age. Jessica, 17, and Sarah, 15, will be seniors and sophomores, respectively, this fall at Maple Valley High School. The roundball sport is a form of motivation for the Cook sisters. It has also has taught them the value in camaraderie. "It (basketball) pushes the both of us," Jessica said. "We go at each other in the back yard." The two eagers had to try out for the regional last November in Ypsilanti. Some 120 athletes tried out for 20 spots on the Gold team and the Cooks both were selected because of their efforts on the hardcourts. Nationals were July 12-19 in Columbus and 30 teams from all over the country took part in that hoopfest. Michigan had two squads there... the Michigan Gold and the Michigan Green. The Gold team wound up 13th overall with a 6-7 record. " It was just great to see the high level of. competitiveness, Jessica said. "Our team was a pretty close team (with) good athletes and good people." "It was a good experience to play with the other dedicated girls," Sarah explained. "It was fun." Ten players at Nationals Whole Chickens I were chosen to an All­ American squad and Jessica Cook was one of the chosen few. She was also voted by the Gold's coach, Wes Gillum, as their Most Valuable Player." One of the most memorable moments of the Columbus trip was when the Cooks had to stand in line to find their teammates, who were not dressed in their uniforms and did not have a sign to hold out in front of them to tell what team they were actually on. The opening ceremonies Bar S r Fresh The Michigan Gold traveled to Columbus, Ohio for the 30-team National tournament. Sarah and Jessica Cook, on far right, were two reasons why the squad was so successful. (Photo provided) were also a special part of the whole National experience. Some 700 athletes assembled on a football field. As Jessica explains it, "They knew they were there because they deserved to be." Laurie Cook, their mother, said that sports has always been a team thing for the two and not a necessarily fierce competition. "They're very close when Jessie got in, Sarah wanted to come back the next year," Laurie said. "They don't Ranch or Denver Steak Country Style Jumbo Pranks compete; they're proud of each other." This December, the Michigan Gold expect to play in an international tournament that will be held in Canada. That basketball venture will come after the two complete their fall seasons at Maple Valley High where their father, Doug, now serves as the Lady Lions' varsity coach. Ribs V’T’ Gallon Milk 1/2 Gallon Jumbo, Delicious 2 Liter Flavorful, Vine Ripe Distilled Roma Calif. or Drinking Tomatoes Nectarines water 79* 79^ Pepsi Everyday Low Price... Lb. get i FREE! 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Mark Riggleman had tried out for commercials before. He was approached and asked if he had any kids. The company was specifi­ cally looking for blond­ haired children, he said. The children traveled to Battle Creek to audition in front of a talent agent and Lynzie, a Maplewood stu- dent, was named as a princi­ pal, which means she ap­ pears in several scenes of the commercial. Lynzie was chosen from children auditioning from See cereal commercial/ pg. 2 Lynzie gets her hair professionally done before shooting the commercial. Kimberly Knoll wins drum major award Maple Valley High School senior Kimberly Knoll stands proudly with her Merl Smith Outstanding Drum Major Award. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Maple Valley band drum major Kimberly Knoll came away from band camp this summer with the Merl Smith Outstanding Drum Major Award. The award is a very sig­ nificant one for Knoll and Maple Valley because she is the first in the school's his­ tory to receive it. Three of the awards are given at the Smith Walbridge camp out 250 of the best drum majors in the United States. Drum majors come from all over the U.S., and many are from college as well as high school. Band Director Dennis Vanderhoef said that he has always known of Knoll's talent at leading the band, but even he was surprised. "Smith camp is the high­ est rated drum major camp in the United States," he said. "It is a huge honor to get this award. She was competing with the best drum majors in the U.S. Kimberly leads the drum majors on their final program on the fifty yard line. The program was performed at the end of the week for parents and friends. She is very good... she has the natural ability to lead without inviting confronta­ tion. She knows what the group needs to keep them going and she can lead very well. But I am still very surprised. This award is big... "I think a lot of it has to do with her personality. No matter how hard things are going she keeps a positive attitude and keeps plugging away." This is Knoll's second year as the high school drum major. She was also a junior high drum major. The drum major's respon­ sibilities are to direct, keep time, and instruct the band on marching fundamentals and drills. Knoll said she works with Vanderhoef, consulting on drills. "Every drum major has their own style," explained Knoll. "My style is defi­ nitely fun. I'm very fun and wild on the podium and I think that lends to the band's energy," she laughed. Knoll said that when the drum majors arrived at camp they were divided into three groups and tryouts were held for the award, which desig­ nated the drum major to be "in charge." She said she was extremely excited to win. "It really is an honor," she said. Knoll did not have much time to dwell on it though. The Smith Walbridge camp is very strenuous. "Its like the boot camp of drum major camps," said Vanderhoef. "They are very respected, but very tough." The camp is located in Illinois. Knoll said breakfast was at 6 a.m. sharp, and the marching until noon. After lunch until dinner she at­ tended classes. Kimberly made many friends during her week at drum major camp. Here she is with Jame Rourke. "I took a really good class, super advanced con­ ducting. I really learned a lot ofnew stuff," said Knoll. After the classes the drum majors broke into groups of six and had squad competi­ tions. "We learned a type ofdrill that day and competed with it nightly... our group won on Monday," said Knoll. After dinner the group marched until 10 p.m. Knoll said the camp, which was held July 18-23 was a very hot week. "On Thursday, the heat index was 112," she said. "We were out all day learn­ ing the final show, and ev­ eryone was melting." Friday, the drum majors presented the final show for parents and friends. Knoll said she made many new friends, and tries her best to stay in touch with many of them. In addition to the award, Knoll said she was offered a position on staff for next year's camp. To participate she has to complete the Drum Major First Class, See drum major, page 3 In This Issue • Marie Jewell back from teaching in China • Kids have fun with magnets at Art in the Park program • Visitor shows local kids how to juggle at library program • 1999 Fall Sports Preview in this issue �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, August 24,1999 - Page 2 Cereal commercial, continued from page 2 three states, Lynn said. Au­ ditions had her hula hooping and other silly things in front of the camera. "They said later they did that so that they could be sure that she would not be scared and wouldn't be afraid be a fool in front of the camera," explained Lynn. Lynzie, and Leslee with Director Dennis Manarchy, and Lesley Pace who was in charge of wardrobe. Lynzie said she had to say the "O" a hundred different ways. "They had me say O as if I had just seen a baby kit­ ten, as if I was surprised, all different ways," she said. Lynzie said she wasn't nervous at all and thought it was fun, which might be one of the reasons she was chosen for the commercial. The whole family traveled to Chicago for four days for the shoot. "They paid all our ex­ penses, paid for Mark to be gone from work and even gave us spending money," said Lynn. The site of the commer­ cial shooting was an old, beautiful farm house in the country. The farm house was rented out and turned into a set. "They turned the rooms into dressing areas, a phone and communications room, and hair stylist room," ex­ plained Lynn. You’re never too old to save money! et us show you how we can save you money on your car insurance with the Auto-Owners Group program. As a member of a company-approved retirement association or group, you may qualify for a substantial car insurance discount. Ask us about it today! Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TktNo * TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Lynn said they tried to keep Lynzie looking as nat­ ural as possible and used lit­ tle makeup. "But they were following her everywhere, spritzing and spraying .her hair," she laughed. Lynzie and Leslee said they made many friends on the set, including the dog Armstrong, who was in the commercial. In the commercial, Lynzie is jumping on a trampoline in one scene, goofing off with the cereal in another, and rolling an inner tube in yet another scene. In an end­ ing scene of the commercial Lynn and Leslee skip in a circle with other extras. Lynn said she was sur­ prised at how long the sound checks were. And the trampoline scene took about a half hour to shoot and uses maybe two or three seconds in the final cut. The whole family agreed that it was surprising how much work it took to make a commercial. "I could not believe how many people it took to make it," said Mark. "It wasn't like these people were sitting around either." There were the writers, hair people, make-up peo­ ple, machine operators, camera people and assistants for everyone it seemed, said Lynn. "They even had one guy whose sole job was walking around the set checking the natural light with a little machine," said Mark. And then there was the. food. "They had told us that there would be a picnic on the set, so I was thinking you know, hot dogs, maybe potato salad. But we got there and there was a profes­ sional chef serving up all sorts of gourmet food, things we didn't even know what they were," said Lynn. "Just this really long table of all sorts of different food." Lynzie (left) and Leslee got a chance to take in some of the sights while in Chicago. Here they are at the Michael Jordan restaurant. "I liked the whole experi­ ence," said Lynzie. "It was really neat. I learned so much and now I really pay more attention to commer­ cials now that I know how much work it takes. They shoot a lot of stuff that never goes in. While in Chicago the family did some sight see­ ing. They went to the Sears Tower, Shedd's Aquarium, the Museum of Science and Industry and the Michael Jordan Restaurant. Leslee said her favorite part of the sight seeing was the Museum of Science and Industry, where the sisters learned neat facts, such as how the body works. The commercial has been airing for the past couple of weeks and can be seen on Thursday the 26th during "Days of Our Lives, " "General Hospital" and "The Guiding Light." It can also be seen on CBS on Wednes­ day, the 25th, sometime during the Wednesday night movie. Is a television career in the making for Lynzie? "You never know," said Lynn. Although they are not pursuing it, the talent agent has both sisters on Hie, and the possibility of her using the sisters again exists. "We just had a really great time," said Lynn. "And I think it was a once in a life­ time experience for the kids." LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 1a.m. Evening Worship..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer ot Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ot M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11a.m. Evening Worship...................6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time Alter Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ..................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship...................6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............................ 10a Fellowship Time.............10:30 a.m. Adult Class.............................. 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School......................... 9:45 a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service..................................7p Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service Sunday School . .9:45 a.m. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 11 a.m. S.unday Schoo W.orship.......... .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTOR 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. ^Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East. Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 24,1999 - Page 3 Obituaries Wilma “Billie”Louise Simon— GRANDVILLE television, her pets, music, Mrs. Wilma “Billie” and eating at restaurants. Louise Simon, age 73, of Mrs. Simon is survived Grandville and formerly of by her children, Danelle Big Rapids and Nashville, Kauffman of Grand Rapids, passed away Wednesday, Thomas (Sandy) Simon of August 18,, 1999 at Grandville, Brian James Spectrum Hospital East, (Dorothy) Simon of Lake Grand Rapids. Zurich, Illinois, and She was bom August Melinda Simon of 24, 1925 in Big Rapids, Grandville; sjx the daughter of Eldon and grandchildren; one great Lena (Rowe) Corey. grandson; and cousin, Dana She graduated from Big Miller of Wyoming. Rapids High School and Funeral Services were attended Ferris Institute held Friday, August 20, Secretary School. 1999 at Nashville United Mrs. Simon married Methodist Church. John Simon on March 29, Reverend Bert Erickson 1945 in Big Rapids, and he officiated. preceded her in death Burial was in Lakeview February of 1979. Cemetery, Nashville. She was a former Memorials may be made member of the Nashville to the Humane Society. United Methodist Church Arrangements were made and a volunteer for Grand by Maple Valley Chapel, Valley Blood Center. She Nashville. enjoyed watching The Rev. Jacob Bock, Assemblies of God mission­ ary to Spain, will be the guest speaker at Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St., Nashville, Sunday, Aug. 29, at 11 a.m. In 1985, Jacob and Julie Bock were accepted into the Assemblies of God’s Missionary-in-Training pro­ gram. The Bocks studied Spanish for a year in Costa Rica before joining a church planting project in northern Spain. Returning as fully appointed missionaries, the Bocks crisscrossed the peninsula of Spain holding evangelistic crusades in parks, plazas, civic centers, schools and in churches. “We sometimes held tent meetings,” Jacob said, “and many kids not only accepted Christ, but were filled with the Holy Spirit. We also trained teams of children’s workers fro local churches to continue reaching out to their communities after the crusades were finished.” “In the past few years,” Julie said, “we have sensed a new ministry vision and have extended our evangelis­ tic outreach to young people and adults. We continue to preach in street crusades, as well as in youth and chil- CALENDER OF EVENTS fend LT J ®it. Michigan State University Extension programs and mate­ rials are open to all without regard to race, color, national oriori­ gin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. 'I Aug. 28 Aug.30 mjo fe 7^/ lfefeB iR®, Mpnaiiij nctffll MteiidiS! MtM kruii'ikijE tat tiisis. kps TtjmWi^p Knl tone,' nilIju 'lil !Sffi Hlfflffiiill' ssh twtipiaH tt' ■lea qU dren s camps and in revival It is estimated that less cmheuertcihnegss.” in our Spanish than I percent of Spain’s 40 Rev. Jacob Bock million people are bornagain. The Bocks there is a lot of spiritual sowing to do in order to reap the needed spiritual harvest. A primary goal of their upcoming term in Spain will be to develop a center for training Spanish evangelists to reach their country. “Our training can only accomplish part ofthe task,” Jacob says. “It is important that local believerss ggo out to the streets full of the power ofGod with a message burn­ ing in their heart. Time iis short. There is no time to waste.” Tired Of Bank Fees Costing You Money? Barry County Extension Office IK CMO 4-H Trail Ride, Charlton Park. Non-Livestock Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the Expo Building. Sept. 1 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Sept. 8 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Sept. 10-11Middleville Heritage days. Sept. 14 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Sept. 15 4-H Award forms due. Sept. 18-19 4-H’ers Rendezvous. Sept. 26 Open Speed Show, 10 a.m., Expo Center. Sept. 27 4-H Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Ag room Hastings High School. Come to where service and quality don’t cost a lot. We’ve been locally owned and operated for over 60 years. We know you and you know us. Drum major, continued from front page tai which is a series of four tests — a sort of teaching certificate for drum majors. 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Usually we just do plain drill but the dancing this year will really add to it I think — it will be a really fun show." Checking accounts Savings accounts Certificates IRAs Mortgages/home equity loans Construction loans movie guide #£*>' « Missionary to Spain to be at area church * Restricted [coupon--"wh iT™ 7Ad iii r«c«7v. I FREE(Mmnd 46 oz. POPCORN by vo.km not wogtt) (Mmnd by vokm not wogtt) gjpvcapon/kittedCapon<s>r®&-3O-99-(VV) Hit our web site at www.gqti.com mu ■ ■ m-r Christian A. Libecks Christian A. Libecks has arrived at Fort. Benning, Columbus, Ga., to complete basic military training in the U.S. Army. During the training, the soldier will receive instruc­ tion in drill and ceremonies, map reading, tactics, mili­ tary customs and courtesies, physical fitness and first aid. Libecks is the son ofMark A. Libecks of 641 S. Main, Vermontville. Eaton Federal Bank FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-388Q Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FDIC | INSURED �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 24,1999 - Page 4 Marie Jewell back from teaching in China Marie with her students in China. 1 CHERYLS I HAIR SHOP Marie Jewell, taking in the sights while teaching in China this past summer. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter While many college stu­ dents came home and worked for the summer, Maple Valley graduate Marie Jewell spent an unfor­ gettable summer in China CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml 517-852.2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 MLS Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) * Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI..................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)........................................................................ 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).......................................... 852-5066 FULLER HEIGHTS - NASHVILLE NASHVILLE - GREAT INCOME INVESTMENT Live in one unit & rent the other This exceptional quad level home on the end of a cul-de-sac is in a seclud­ ed setting, quiet neighborhood. Home $75,000 IN VERMONTVILLE! has 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths. 1st floor “TURN OF CENTURY laundry, family room with fireplace & VICTORIAN" a rec room. Inground pool & screened Large home with apartment or sun room are some of the many could be used as 3 apartments. “extras". 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(VL-49) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas available located at the end of private road deed restrictions. Call Nyle (VL-39) 3.3 ACRES - Country lot big enough for a horse, surveyed on private road. (VL-42) 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site priced to buy at Just $16,900. Call Nyle today, 726-1234. (VL-43) 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel is ideal for your new home, land contract terms. Call Nyle to dis­ cuss the details. (VL-30) as an English language teacher. Jewell said the experience was a very rewarding one. "I loved it," said Jewell, who attends Southeastern College in Lakewood, Fla. "I've been to China before with the Michigan Lions All-State Band and I had wanted to go back. Jewell said the trip be­ came a reality when repre­ sentatives came to her col­ lege. She filled out the pa­ pers, did some fund-raising and was offfor the adventure of a lifetime. She taught English at the Zhong Zhou middle school. One aspect of her job was also to develop relationships and teach western culture to the children. "The people in China are great," she said. "I know a little Chinese. We had a four-day training intensive before we left, which fo­ cused on the language and culture. I came away with enough Chinese to know how to barter for good prices on stuff at the market there," she laughed. Her day was filled with teaching and making friends with students and fellow teachers. Her class consisted of 12 students who go to school year round. During the day she worked with the children on language and so­ cial building activities. At night they studied western culture. "We did things like stage a wedding and a Christmas pageant" The children stayed in dorms at the school, going home on the weekends, she said. "Every afternoon we took naps because it was so hot," she said. "I go to college in Florida, and it was a lot hot­ ter in China than Florida." Jewell stayed in the Henan Province, which has, a large population. "There really is no per­ sonal space there," she said. "They have a very close knit society. Chinese people seem more group oriented, thinking of society as a whole, where Americans are more thinking as individu­ als," The food, Jewell said was excellent. "The Chinese food was just great. It was not like the food you get at Chinese restaurants here... it was very spicy and fresh." Jewell said she wants to go back some day. "I got attached to the kids," she said. "One boy said he wanted to be a teacher in the U.S. When the children are 19 or 20 years old they take an En­ glish test and if they pass they get to go to college and if they fail they go to trade school, so learning the lan­ guage is very important for them." Jewell said one of the best things she took from her experience was the realiza­ tion that she wanted to be a teacher. "I've been changing my major so many times, I did not know what I wanted to do, but after being there for the summer, I know I want to be a elementary teacher. It was just a wonderful time." FORECLOSED HOMES Low or $0 Down! Gov’t & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Local Listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5224 The Dog House « % Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • Fluff Drying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Road Vermontville, MI 49096 ClaudeHine, Groomer The Ihevuie The Vermontville Theatrical Group presents: ••Tiie \(kr<r* t>y l arrv Stuie ...at the Vermontville Opera House Sent. 9, ioe ii@ 7s0t) nm Sent. 12 @ 2sC€ nm Tickets: Adults 5*32G.C© Sen. Cit. #<5.OC Advance Tickets: 616-367-4455 Tickets may be available at tbe door. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 24, 1999 — Page 5 Visitor shows kids how Juggler Jim Merrill instructs the children at the Putnam Library program. I wo IiIjh The children carefully fold up their scarves after a lesson in juggling. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter ianl monk QtSffll Scarves and bright colored balls flew through the air at last week's Putnam Library program. Jim Merrill, a profes­ sional juggler, visited the library and taught the kids how to juggle. Merrill, who is from Marcellus, talked to the children about how he be­ came interested in juggling. He told the kids how he went to a school for a week to learn the basics. Merrill brought with him bright colored scarves to teach the kids how to jug­ gle. He then moved on to balls soft balls, of course, and instructed the children about how to jug­ gle with them. Children were laughing as the room soon became chaos with balls flying everywhere. Merrill reminded the chil­ dren that paractice makes perfect. This week's program will conclude the library summer programs. The program will beWednesday at 10:30 a.m. and is being billed as "Crazy Dress Up Day." Children are encouraged to show up dressed as crazy as they want. It will be a fun day, said organizers, with crafts and games most likely. Children of all ages are encouraged to come. The children stand, ready to start tossing balls after the juggling instruction. Now Open The Walk-in Clinic at Pennock Hospital EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Philipp said this "elec­ tronic catalog" can be used and implemented by busi­ ness not even on the Inter­ net. "Wolfnetl.com can host the Wolfbase 10 for the business, we can receive or­ ders and deliver them by fax or mail," said Philipp. "We also offer item addition, editing and deletion." The program was designed to be user friendly," he said. The catalog features thumbnail pictures of the products, listed in cus­ tomized categories, along with detailed descriptions on demand. A search feature helps the customer find the item and a mouse click en­ larges the picture for a closer look. The shopping cart program "holds" the customer's purchases. The order is then filled out on­ line and sent to the retail business using the latest se­ curity protocols, Phillipp said. Purchasing products through this database is very safe, he said. "The system we have right now is safer than go­ ing to your local store and running your credit card," he said. Not only was this program designed to be easily used by customers, it was also designed for the busi­ ness owner to be able to manager of the Wolfnetl.com LLC. "What we are seeing is a huge move toward e-commerce. Estimations are two out of three stores will be closing because ofthe success ofthe commerce. There are many reasons for that. "The Internet allows you to maximize your advertis­ ing dollars. Once you are on the Internet you are accessi­ ble internationally. You can also shop at 2 a.m. in your pajamas, which is conve­ nient... like with our site we did for the Chrysler Su­ per Store in Hastings. Peo­ ple can click in and look at the color pictures of used by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Bob Philipp of Nashville envisions a whole new fu­ ture for the way business products are sold. This is one of the reasons he recently spent nine months researching and de­ veloping the WolfBase 10 database, a searchable database designed to be used by any business looking to increase sales, Philipp said. The program is used by business to sell their prod­ ucts or services over the In­ ternet. "Commerce is going berserk," said Philipp who is organization development Thank You ...for buying my 4-H market lambs and market hogs: Citizens L.L.C. DVT Electric ~ Alaina and John Mater WomePrqjejCtss MtSSUHE THAT ID LUMIU AMERICA’S CABINETMAKER Guardian fiberglass Insulation Cabinets 'ill . Celotex t Insulation .Come nome.to AWlity. Anderse ersen. Plywood Pk'mbing Pine Molding use Supplies Drywall Armstrong Ceiling Tile Hand & Power Tools Paints ROOfS Dry Mix Crete & Supply Wolverine Technologies Mjd.Amcrica~\\® rime for New Siding? The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. 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The site will have every busi­ ness address with services available such as a map to the business and available web sites. "We are trying to have this completed by Novem­ ber," he said. The company also offers Real Video, and Real Audio web presentations for town meetings and churches. Sites the company has developed for businesses are available for viewing at web site www.bossortho.com, www.thecssh.com, or www.mtainc.net. Interested parties can also "test drive" the program at www.wolfnetl.com or call the company toll free at (877) 965-3638. New books at the Putnam District Library Adult Fiction: Granny Dan by Danielle Steele; Twilight by Nancy Pickard; The Broken Promise Land, by Marcia Muller; The Edge by Catherine Coulter; Crash­ ing Down by Meg O’Brien; High 5 by Jane Evanovich; Hunting Down Amanda by Andrew Klavan; Last Curve by Margaret Allison; Secrets of Sadie Maynard by Linda Anderson; Acts ofMalice by O’Shaughnessy; Carnal Innocence by Nora Roberts; My Darling Ella by Eugenie Melnyk; Outlaw Mountain by J.A. Jance; Black Notice by Patricia Cornwell; Small Town Girls by Pamela Wallace. Non-fiction: Outdoor Companion by Mary Engel­ bert; Complete Guide to Needlework by Reader’s Digest; Home Electronics by Time Life; Major Applian­ ces by Time life; How to Work in Stained Glass by Anita Isenberg. Junior and young adults: Special Effects in Film and Television by Jake Hamil­ ton; The Illustrated Book of Fairy Tales by Neil Philip; Baby Book of the Body by Roger Priddy; More Incred­ ible Awesome Crafts for Kids by Better Homes and Gardens; Star Wars Episode I by David Reynolds; The Story of Valentine’s Day; Trick or Treat Smell My Feet; Trouble’s Daughter; Among the Hidden; Beaded Moccasins; Cast Two Shad­ ows; Great Railroad Race; Key to the Indian in the Cupboard; My Heart is on the Ground; Rose Are Pink Feet Really Stink. Donations: Martha Carl­ son; Womans Literary Club for Children’s Programs; Louise and Marylin Stanton of Fem Hawblitz; Club 60 in memory of Ferb Hawblitz, and Norman and Barb Sandbrook in memory of Reva Schantz. We have received some questions pertaining to our policies on overdue books. 1. We call everyone in our overdue list to remind them to return the books. Ifyou do not have a phone, we send you a notice. 2. After a phone call, a notice is sent to you at a later date. 3. If items are still not returned in three months, you will receive a bill for the material. All it takes is for you to call us and let us know what is happening: looking for book or etc., or can’t find the books or etc. will .replace them. We are very understanding and try to work with every­ one. It is a police matter when books (materials) are not returned. It is considered a misdemeanor (theft) not to do so. At the time you apply for a library card you sign a paper stating that you are responsible for all materials you or anyone else checks out on your card. Last year alone $912 worth of materials were not returned. The library cannot afford to replace the materi­ als that are not returned. Clear Choice Auto Glass $50.00’ OFFDeductible With This Ad CSome Restrictions Apply) Located at M-66 Tire in Woodbury NG A Certified • Auto & Truck Glass Stone Chip Repairs • Insurance Claims Honored We Repair Storm Windows 7775 Saddlebag Lake Rd. (M-66) Lake Odessa, MI 48849 (616) 374-8522 Scott Petersen Owner ADVERTISING SALES We are looking for a positive, hardworking person to join our sales staff. Full time position covering local advertising accounts. Full benefits, and lots of earning potential. Reply by resume to J-Ad Graphics, Inc. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Michigan 49058 Attention Sales Or Call 945-9554 - Ask for Fred �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, August 24,1999 - Page 7 First responder classes will be offered Charlotte Area Emergency Medical Services and Eaton Rapids Area Emergency Medical Services, departments ofHayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital, will offer a medical first responder and an emergency medical technician class this fall. Class seniors for the first responder class will be held from 6 until 10 p.m Mon­ days, beginning Sept. 20, and ending Jan. 10, 2000. There will be two Saturday sessions during this period. The class will be held in the THrauymesleGy rEeednucBae tiaocnh CMenetmerora-t Kids make felt refrigerator magnets at Art in the Park in Vermontville last week. Kids have fun with magnets at Art in the Park program by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Children had fun with felt at last week's Art in the Park in Vermontville. Kids of all ages made felt refrigerator magnets to take home. The children cut shapes out of the colorful material. They made ani- mals and other magnets. All the materials at Art in the Park are provided by the Vermontville Historical So­ ciety. The program is free to children of all ages and it teaches a different craft every week. This week, Cynthia Hart will show kids how to make paint from ordinary house­ hold products, and will help them then paint with the material. The program will be held in the downtown park, on Tuesday from 2 to 3 p.m. In case of rain the pro­ gram is held at the Methodist Church. ial Hospital. The cost of this class will be $300 per student. The price includes the cost of all books, materials and sup­ plies used in the class. Class sessions for the EMT class will be held from 6 until 10 p.m. every Tues­ day and every other Thurs­ day, beginning Sept. 21, 1999 and ending April 13, 2000. Two Saturday sessions Millers to celebrate 25th anniversary Eugene and Rita Miller would like to invite you to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary with them. The open house/pig roast will be August 28, 1999 from 4 to 8 p.m. at their home on 2354 Arbor Rd., Vermontville, Mich. Feel free to stop by. ders, or ambulance service. The EMS Department operates Eaton Rapids and Char­ lotte Area EMS. For more information, call the EMS office at Hayes classes to encourage resi­ Green Beach Memorial Hos­ dents to obtain training nec- pital at (517) 543-1050, exessary for them to volunteer tension 362 Monday through with their local fire depart­ Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4 ment, medical first respon- p.m. will be held. The cost ofthis class is $550, which includes books, supplies and equipment needed for this class. The EMS Department is conducting these training Leta Nagle to celebrate 90th birthday Leta Nagle will be celebrating her 98th birthday on Sept. 4, 1999. She would en­ joy hearing from friends with a card shower. Her address is: Leta Nagle, 259 S. Franklin, Mecosta, MI 49332. CENTRAL GRADING Driveway, Private Roads Grating, Hauling ofDriveway Gravel, Top Soil & Stone Products 10002 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 517-726-1276 IMs Detfo NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS GLN FUNDRAISING 129 N Main Bellevue, Ml 49021 Seasonal position open for deri- Sisters Jaime (left) and Tyra Curth have fun while learning a new craft at Art in the Park. llla Steward 80th birthday cal, data processing, warehouse and drivers. Flexible hours avail­ able. Starting wages $5.15-58.00 New rates for computer operators For more Information call 616-763-9409 The family of Illa Steward cordially invite relatives and friends to an open house in honor of her 80th birthday, on Saturday afternoon Aug. APPLY TODAY! Kellogg Child Care Center FOR SALE The Village of Nashville is accepting bids on two used computers. They can be seen at 206 N. Main between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Following is a list of what is included: 486 hard drive, with 5-1/4 in. disk drive, keyboard, monitor, Okidata 520 dot matrix printer, 3.1 Windows and software. Bids can be made at 206 N. Main, Nashville, Ml 49073 on or before August 26, 1999. Michigan School Readiness Program for 4-year-old children 28, 1999 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Sunfield Church of the Brethren, on the comer of Sunfield Road and St. Joe Highway. No gifts please. Garage Sale GARAGE SALE: 4 families. Appliances, furniture, toys, Little Tykes toys, clothes, & much more. Aug. 26th-28th, 9am-5pm. 8696 W. Kinsel Hwy., Vermontville. 1/4 mi. East of Ionia Rd. Quality Child Care for Students, Maple Valley Staff and Community Members APPLY TODAY! Before and After School Enrichment Program Educationally Based Reasonable Rates Safe, Comfortable Environment APPLY TODAY! Adult Education Classes Begin Monday, September 13th. SIGN UP TODAY! High School Completion Adult Basic Education GED Preparation Computer Training Applications Available at: MAPLEVALLEY ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION Kellogg School 324 N. Queen Street, Nashville 852-9794—for information—852-2145 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 24,1999 - Page 8 FULL SPORTS PRBnB New coach, Cook, ready for varsity hoop season First-year varsity basketball coach Doug Cook anticipates an exciting opening season and is optimistic that his Lady Lions can put forth the effort to improve upon their accomplishments from recent seasons. "We've got seven seniors, so we have age and maturity," Cook said. "I’m think that we will do good, like at the .500 mark or above." Last season, the varsity eagers went 7-14 and return three starters from the squad. Senior center Sarah Cook, senior guard Alexis Smith and sophomore guard/forward Jessica Smith all return with starting Lawn & Garden WATER GARDENING Wa­ ter Lilies and Lotus, Aquatic plants, Goldfish and Koi, liners, pumps, filters. Apol’s Landscap­ ing Co. 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia. 616-698-1030 experience and plenty of give a lot of looks and defenses will have to adjust basketball savvy. Sarah Cook was second with a ton of plays and a team SMAA and team's ton of sets." Plays will not go to "Most Valuable Player" in 1998, while Jessica Cook certain stars, according to was honorable mention all­ Cook, but rather to who is open and who has the best conference. Other players include shot. senior Amy Pennington, "We will get the ball to sophomore Miranda Farr, the open person," Cook sophomore Jessica Ripley, said. "We will run plays to get the people open." Jesie Gearin, Dawn Spears, Emily Aspinall and Jennie On defense, the Lady Begerow. Lions will use zone pressure On offense, coach Cook in an alignment that will and his assistant, Tuesday resemble a 1-3-1. VanEngen, plan to make it "The zone will all depend exciting and keep the upon the team that we will oppositions guessing. be playing," Cook "We're mixing it up a lot, explained. "We'll pressure we'll throw a lot of different the ball." mixes," Cook said. "We'll Olivet and Dansville are probably two of the toughest teams Maple National Ads Valley will face in the league this season. HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ Maple Valley's strengths, cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ according to Cook, are unity ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ and maturity, qualities that 3085 Ext.#1400 24hrs. help players to play like a team. Communication and leadership should be keys in how the team performs in 1998. The Lady Lions' season begins Tuesday Aug. 31 with a contest at Portland St. Pats. Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! The Lady Lions' varsity basketball team includes (front row, from left) Coach Doug Cook, Alexis Smith, Jesie Gearin, Jessie Cook, Sarah Cook, Assistant Coach Tuesday VanEngen; (back row) Dawn Spears, Jessica Ripley, Amy Pennington, Emily Aspinall, Miranda Farr and Jennie Begerow. Golf team aims to be contenders this fall Stay At One Of More Than 120 Fabulous Resorts. The Choice Is Yours. That’s Right! Fillmore 5000 TEN SERIES of HastingsEquipment will send you and a guest on a 4-day getaway at your choice of over 120 fabulous resorts FREE with your purchase of any John Deere 5000 TEN series tractor. Purchases from 5000 TEN Series Tractors deliver impressivepower. AugUSt 1 tO easy operation, and legendary John Deere reliability September 30, 1999 will qualify for this vacation offer. We invite you to stop in or call any of our sales representatives to find out the advantages of these innovative and timesaving machines. 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Coach Mike Booher expects his team of Lions to be true contenders this fall. Booher, in his 26th year of coaching, says the boys golf team at Maple Valley High School not only has the experience, but have improved their overall games tremendously during the off-season. "We're definitely better this year; (and) we're going to contend," Booher said." Leslie has everybody back and should be a favorite to win the league title. Olivet is also a squad that could play a major factor in the title chase. But, Booher's Lions placed fourth in the SMAA in 1998 with a .500 mark and should also be considered in the chase. Four seniors, Chris Lentz, Michael Meade, Brandon Garvey and Jason Phillip give M.V. that needed experience. Pat Chaffee is expected to play No. 1, Lentz No. 2 and junior Brian Burt No. 3 to start offthe season. Booher considers Burt to be his "most improved swinger. He also says Chaffee and Joe Elliston have made great improvements in their overall games. Chaffee was an AllSMAA pick last season and is expected to swing even better in 1999. The Lions opened their campaign last Wednesday (Aug. 18) at Yankee Springs and took part in last Thursday's (Aug. 19) Barry County meet at Mullenhurst and in last Friday's (Aug. 20) event at Eaton Rapids. The early tourneys have shown how far this team has come so soon. "We're still about 20 strokes better than we were last year," Booher said. "This is one of the largest teams we've had with seven freshmen, three juniors, three sophomores and seven seniors." With experience and determination, the Lions' coach says that success is sure to come. "Realistically, we would like to contend for second place in the league and peak at the right times," Booher said. M.V. soccer club starts second season The Maple Valley High School soccer club began its second season on Monday with a 6 p.m. practice at the high school. Practices will continue this week each night at 6 p.m. at the high school. Shin guards and spikes are recommended for those who come out and participate. Any questions about the soccer club can be called to John Krolik at (517) 726­ 1073. �The Made Valiev News. Nashville. Tuesday Auaust 24.1999 - Page 9 These AREA MERCHANTS Support The Lions Year Around... Lets Support These Merchants! Vermontville Grocery & Fresh Meat Market 726-0640 Diana's Place M-66 Tire 10030 Thomapple Lake Rd., Nashville 7775 Saddlebag Lk. Rd. (M-66) Lake Odessa 852-9481 374-1200 Maple Valley Chapel Kent Oil & Propane Nashville Hardware 204 N. Queen St., Nashville M-66 at S. Village Limits, Nashville 233 N. Main, Nashville 852-0840 852-9210 852-0718 Wolver's Real Estate Powers Service Hamlin’s Quik Stop 135 Washington, Vermontville 8988 Greggs Crossing, Nashville Vermontville 726-0637 852-9587 726-1312 Musser Service MC Repair & Towing 106 S. Main St., Nashville 10708 Kinsel Hwy., Vermontville 202 N. Main St., Nashville 538 Sherman, Nashville 852-9446 852-1649 852-2500 852-0943 Vern's Repair Citizens L.L.C. Co. Hecker Agency Hansbarger Construction 367-4544 780 S. Main St., Vermontville 255 N. Main, Nashville 11201 Vermontville Hwy. 726-0514 852-9680 726-0323 Mace Pharmacy Hometown Lumber Eaton Federal Savings Bank Cheryl's Hair Shop 219 N. Main St., Nashville 219 S. State, Nashville 109 S. Main St., Nashville 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville 852-0845 852-0882 852-1830 852-2377 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. Nancy's Beauty Shop Maple Valley Real Estate Kenyon's Sales & Service 157 S. Main, Vermontville 227 N. Main, Nashville 726-0330 852-1915 or 852-1916 726-0569 • Fax 726-0608 Stanton Real Estate & Auctioneers Hastings City Bank Carl's Super Market, Inc, Sherman Street Auto Parts, Inc. 203 N. Main, Nashville 999 Reed St., Nashville 745 Sherman St., Nashville Main St., Vermonville 852-0790 852-1991 852-9500 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland 737 Sherman, Nashville (7 blocks E. ofMain) 852-1910 White Ford & New Holland 726-0181 • Fax 726-0060 Ken's Standard Service 209 S. Main, Vermontville 726-0589 Good Time Pizza 501 N. Main, Nashville New Hours: Mon., TUes. 10-10; Wed.. Thurs. & Sat. 10-11; Fri. 10-Midnight; Sun. 11-10 852-1985 or 852-1986 Maple Valley Concrete Products, Inc. 725 S. Durkee, Nashville 852-1900 Shirley's Chuck Furniture Stripping by Elaine and Stuart Wagon Cafe Stuart Southworth Owner Formerly Trowbridge Sales & Service 130 S. Main Vermontville Stop by and 'SAVE* at our NEW LOCATION r �The Maple Va*ey News NaahviMe. Tuesday, August 24, 1998 - Page 10 99 FULL SPORTS PR ........ Lions' runners look to challenge in SMAA Eight of the 12 runners on the Maple Valley cross country teams are returning and Coach Gary Hamilton isn't sure what to expect, but hopes that experience will help his athletes to achieve, both personally and in their quest to improve in the league standings The l.ady Lions wound up second in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association (SMAA) a year ago and went on to place 14th in Class C at the State finals. State greatness is nothing new to the M.V. girls, who placed ninth at the MHSAA final the previous two years. Three runners return from that talented squad, Cassady Murphy, Hayley Todd and Carissa Keasler. All three were named to the all-league squad in 1998. Murphy was sixth at the SMAA league race with a 22:07, Todd was 10th in 23:01 and Keasler was 12th in 23:24. Joining the three on the Part-Time Laundry Positions Includes weekends and various shifts. Willing to train the right candidate. Vacation and sick benefits are available, as well as dental and/or medical insurance. Wages based on experience. To apply for this position, fill out an application at our facility or contact Marcia Hause at 616-945-2407 ext 212. EOE cQibrnapple c^anor 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) - ALL JOB SEEKERS Retirees and Housewives NOW HIRING TEENS If You Need. Extra $$ Days and Nights Available Need approximately July, August & September Call 616-374-8837 ...For additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.' Twin City Foods, Inc. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI E.O.E. girls squad are Camille Wieland, Terilyn VanOrder, Kari Emerick and Michelle Silsbee. "We have some experience back, but we also have some new people," Hamilton explained. "It’s going to be awfully hard to get back to State this year, but it’s not impossible." Five runners for the boys team are back including AllSMAA standouts Ryan Emerick and Ken Rhoades. Emerick was fifth at the league race last fall, covering the course in 18:49. Rhoades ended up 11th at the league finale with a 19:32 effort. M.V.’s boys placed third in the SMAA last year. Other athletes on the boys squad are Justin Sealy, Michael Hamilton and Marc Bush. Hamilton said he is looking for the boys team to make a serious climb up the league standings. "We hope to improve in the league... at least move up one spot in the league standings," Hamilton said. Leslie's teams should be strong in both the boys and the girls league races, while Bellevue may be considered the favorite to take the boys' title. "Our main goal is that we want to run our best at the end of the year and stay injury free," Hamilton said. Mobile Homes Business Services Antiques Community Notice WORK FROM HOME: Growing company needs help. Earn between $500-$1,200parttime/full-time. Fun, easy, will train. 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EOE FINDS OUT WHY 3,000 NURSES NATION-WIDE CHOOSE CMS AS THEIR CAREER PATH!!! ‘Visit CMS on the internet at* *www.cmsstl.com* �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 24,1999 - Page 11 Lions gridders ready to tackle ‘99 challenges It may be young team, but head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt realizes that talent and tradition could take his Lions a long way this fall. The 1998 varsity football team at Maple Valley High School has just nine seniors back from a squad that went 7-2 and 5-1 in the SMAA a season ago. The '98 campaign was "a good season" in Mittelstaedt's estimations, as they "improved as a team" as the year progressed. This year, Lions' fans are hoping for more of the same... if not more. Improvement will be necessary ifthe Lions are to make it back to the State playoffs after missing out on the post-season tournament a season ago. "We're a young team, but we have more size than we have had in the past," Mittelstaedt explained. "We also have some quick backs. They're small, but they have plenty of speed." Returning starters on offense include senior quarterback Ken Lackscheide (6-2, 195), junior running back Jacob Cole (5-11, 165), senior lineman Kyle Maple Valley's 1999 varsity football squad includes (first row, from left) Randy Silsbee, Tim Wawiernia, Chad VanEngen, Eric Goris, Kyle Lackscheide, Rich Smith, Ken Lackscheide, Jason Abfalter, Jeff Jones; (second row) Travis Kersies, Josh Pierce, Troy Sloan, Chad Spears, Andy Ewing, Jacob Cole, Chris Ripley, Kines (6-0, 185), senior tight end Nathan Swift (5-9, Cheering for the Lions Varsity cheerleaders at Maple Valley are Assistant Coach Jamie Root, Jessica Smith, Dana Seitier, Cashel Harp, Rachelle Drallette, Meaghan Pierce, Kaylene Rutledge; (back row) Assistant Coach Lorraine Joppie, Jessica Pierce, Dawn Rhoades, Ashley Fox, Stacey Hamilton, Jamie Jones, Kristen Sprague and Coach Shannon Kyre. 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Others include junior Travis Kersjes (6-0, 220), senior Brett Leonard (6-2, 270), junior Kyle Lackscheide (6-1, 270) and senior David Wyman (6-0, 260). Mittelstaedt says that a key part in the team's overall success will be "how quickly the younger players develop." With a talented group up from the 1998 junior varsity team that went 8-1, his words speak volumes. On defense, the Lions return four starters. Senior defensive back Justin VanAlstine (6-3, 180), senior linebacker Richard Smith (5-11, 185), defensive lineman Eric Goris and defensive lineman Jason Abfalter (6-0, 195) create many problems for opposing offenses. Still, the coach says, "We've got a lot of work defensively if we are to improve." As for the offense, "We've got a lot of work" there too, according to the 15-year Maple Valley mentor. Adam Watson; (third row) Brett Leonard, David Wyman, Jason Warriner, Ben Hester, Kyle Kines, Matt Thorne, Jeff Rhoades; (fourth row) Coach Roscoe, Coach Mittelstaedt and Coach Martin. Absent from photo is Coach Ricketts, Nathan Swift and Justin VanAlstine. "We're hoping to have a good season," Mittelstaedt said. "Union City should be better, Olivet and Leslie both should be tough in the (SMAA) league, but we want to be as competitive in the league as possible." The first three games of the season, Aug. 27 Union City, Sept. 3 Morrice and Sept. 10 Olivet are all on the road. It's not a big concern of Mittelstaedt's, however. As he puts it, "We've got to play somewhere. Our goal is to win our opener." The first home game is Sept. 17 versus Leslie. Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 DHS Seminars BRING IN AD FOR DISCOUNT DHS Seminars Group Seminar Dr. Dan Swenson’s STOP SMOKING • • • • IN JUST 2 (TWO) HOURS! Become a Non-smoker tonight! Without stress or weight gain! Experience hypnosis plus for success! WRITTEN GUARANTEE ...has helped 1000s Stop Smoking 4 $39 - Complete Cash/Check/Visa/MC Monday, Aug. 30,1999 County Seat Downtown Hastings 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. REGISTER AT DOOR 6:30 P.M. (leaveyour cigarettes at the door) For more information call: 616-637-2231 Dr. Dan Swenson Certified Hypnotherapist DHS Seminars BRING IN AD FOR DISCOUNT DHS Seminars Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry county Area Newspapers • Reminder • Weekender • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Middleville?Caledonia Sun & News • Banner -aJ Graphics Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 1952 N. Broadway • P.O. Box 188 Hastings,Michigan 49058 Ph. 616 / 945-9554 • Fax 616/ 945-5192 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 24,1999 - Page 12 Prep boys’ golf season gets into full swing The 1999 prep boys golf season is in full swing as area teams began their campaigns last week at a couple of local tournaments. Middleville, Caledonia, Maple Valley, Lakewood, Delton, Hastings and Gull Lake high school teams made up the field at last Thursday's (Aug. 19) Barry County Invitational held at the Mullenhurst Golf Course. Caledonia took first place honors with a 305 and Gull Lake was second with a 310. Middleville finished third with a 314, Hastings fourth with a 320, Lakewood fifth with a 339, Delton sixth with a 344 and Maple Valley was seventh with a 348. Kyle Kwasny, of Delton, was the medalist with a 72. Matt Pullen, of Middleville, and Rick Leatherman, of Caledonia, each carded 74s. Adam Seifert, of Middleville, and Nick Fuller, of Caledonia, each managed 75s. Brett Ybema (Middleville) carded an 84, Bob Rousch (Middleville) an 91, Troy Leatherman (Caledonia) a 77, Josh Baltrusaitis (Caledonia) a 79, Pat Chaffee (Maple Valley) an 85, Brian Burt (Maple Valley) an 86, Chris Lentz (Maple Valley) an 88, Joe Elliston (Maple Valley) an 89, Tim Cole (Hastings) a 78, Eric VanderVeen (Hastings) a 79, Steve Obreiter (Hastings) an 80, Josh Doe (Hastings) an 83, Eric Garlinger (Lakewood) an 80, Brock Elliott (Lakewood) an 80, Joel Dow (Lakewood) an 80 and Jeremy Emsberger (Delton) carded an 82. At the Mid-Way tournament last Wednesday (Aug. 18) Middleville's A team took first place honors with a 320. Caledonia was second with a 329, South Christian was third with a 336, Byron Center fourth with a 353, Kelloggsville was fifth with a 359, Bellevue was sixth with a 362, Maple Valley tied for seventh with a 366, Godwin tied for seventh with a 366, Delton tied for seventh with a 366, Middleville's B squad was 10th with a 370 and Wayland wound up 11th with a 383. Seifert and Rick Leatherman shared medalist honors with 77s. The champion Trojans also received a 78 from Pullen, a 79 from Ybema and an 86 from Mike Willette. Fuller fired a 79 and Baltrusaitis an 85, also for the swinging Scots. Chaffee carded an 86 and Lentz a 92 to lead Maple Valley. Kwasny's 83 and Emsberger's 90 topped the Delton linksters. School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Monday, Aug. 30 Chicken fries, potato wedge, fruit cocktail, peanut butter bar, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Aug. 31 Hot dog, com, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Elementary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Aug. 30 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, potato wedge, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. Wanted 4 YEAR OLD CHILDREN for new Early Four School Readi­ ness Program sponsored by Maple Valley Adult Education. Call 852-9794 for more infor­ mation. CRAFTERS NEEDED for Caledonia Band, 2000craft show on November 20th. Call Barb at 616-891-9587. Guns recovered at pawn shop Two rifles and a shotgun taken from a gun rack in an unlocked Tasker Road garage Aug. 11 in Assyria Township were recovered at a Battle Creek pawn shop that same day, according to Thursday, Aug. 31 Choose One Double dogs, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. The guns were positively identified by their owner, said Trooper Bob Norris. The case remains under investigation. MAPLE VALLEY ADULT EDUCATION is accepting ap­ plications for the LION’s DEN new before and after school En­ richment Program. Call 852­ 9794 for more information. Farm AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 SSSSSSSSSSSSSSS Troyer Bulk Bacon Pork Chops $4»99 Pork Chops s299 sssssssssssssssssssssss: Gallon, Gallon LOWfOt Fat Free Milk Milk 1/2 Gallon olor Home Grown Bi-Color Sweet & Juicy Seedless Chocolate Milk Sweet Corn Seedless Watermelon $ p VERMONTVILLE GROCERY--fi COUPON I Open Pit ' BBQ Sauce Buy One, Get One FREE Coupon good thru Sat. Aug. 28 | | 99 Vermontville Grocery ~ -- and Ph 726-0640 Fresh Meat Market IGA Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-08-31.pdf 5847b25a82799353e7a7d941d1a21f62 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 35/August 31, 1999 Mary Taylor is new principal at Maplewood by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Developing a learning en­ vironment that promotes each student to do his or her best work is one of the goals of new Maplewood Principal Mary Taylor. Taylor was hired for the position after Nancy Potter left the district to pursue a position with Howell schools. Taylor lives in Charlotte, with her husband, Chuck. They are parents to three children who are pursuing careers or still in college. Taylor received her bache­ lor of arts degree from Aquinas College, and will earn her master's degree in educational leadership in December. She has experi­ ence as a kindergarten, first grade, and bilingual teacher. Originally from Jackson, she spent seven years teach­ ing in Riverside, Calif., which is near Los Angeles. She also has been a men­ tor teacher, and a national trainer for Early Intervention for School Success. She is trained in team teaching and Reading Recovery. This is her first administrative posi­ tion. Much of the past two weeks has been spent just getting to know the staff and aquainting herself with the job. She said she has many goals for Maplewood. Reading Recovery teacher and trainer Michal Taylor helps Fuller teachers classify books that will go into a book room this year. The book room will allow teachers to share and trade books. Teachers prepare for school year with inservice New Maplewood Principal Mary Taylor. Literacy is very close to my heart," she said. "I think reading is the key to a child becoming a lifetime learner. I also think school and community relations are very important. I want fami­ lies and parents to feel as if they are part of the school." "I have pretty much met all the staff and I have been really impressed. They are hard working and put in countless hours. Now I am really looking forward to meeting the children. I know that Maplewood has the motto that we are help­ ing students achieve their best and that's what I want to help them and the staff do," she said. Taylor said one of her fo­ cuses will be developing and constantly improving the learning environment, which will enable Maple­ wood students to their best work. Nashville agrees to drop cell phone company pact by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council decided to let the Message Express Company out of its contract with the village for $2,125 owed in rent, and 30 days notice. Message Express (a cell phone company) had con­ tracted with the village back in May to place an antenna on the water tower. The vil­ lage recently received a let­ ter from the company claim­ ing the contract was invalid for several reasons. Among those reasons was that the contract was signed by an employee of the company who did not have the autho­ rization to enter into the contract. Council President Dennis Mapes said he faxed the contract to the village attor­ ney, who said the contract was indeed valid. But Mapes questioned whether it would be cost effective to fight the company in court. Mapes said he questioned the motives of the com­ pany. "Did they want to tie us up so that another company wouldn't use us?" he asked. "Maybe they are just start­ ing the business... who knows? I don't think we were treated very fairly." Council Trustee Bonnie White said she thought maybe the problem was in­ ternal, seeing how the per­ son who negotiated the con­ tract is no longer with the company. "They claimed we de­ faulted on the contract, which is not true," said council member Steve Wheeler. "But whatever it is I don't think it is worth fighting for." Message Express never did put equipment up on the water tower. The council accepted the company's offer to terminate the contract ef­ fective September. In other business at last Thursday's meeting the council: • Appointed John Anderson as zoning administrator. Anderson has his real estate license, is a property owner in Nashville and plans to be an area resident, Mapes said. Mapes said he believes that Anderson is employed at FlexFab in Hastings. • Accepted a computer bid for $25 for one of the office computers. "We've tried to give it away... to the library... no one wants it," said Clerk Cathy Lentz. Mapes said the computer was old and slow and would not be worth upgrad­ ing. See Nashville council, pg, 2 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer School is back in session, and teachers and staff spent last week preparing for the return of the students on Monday, Aug. 30. In addition to readying their classrooms, each school held an in service day last Friday. At the high school, au­ thor Ed Ford talked with the teachers about develop­ ing responsible thinking process in students. The topic of the presentation was discipline policy. He was joined by the co-creator of the system, Tom Bour­ bon. "We are looking at a way to deal with students and make them responsible for their actions," said Athletic Director Rick Arnett. "The object is not to infringe on the rights of others. When disruptions happen in class, rights are being infringed on." Arnett said the high school is putting in place a discipline system based on Ford's, but the staff is tai­ loring it to the school's needs. "We are looking to build relationships between teach­ ers and students," said Ar­ nett. "We are looking to open dialogue so that we have less disruptions in class." Arnett said that is parents are interested in the program he has both books written by Ford available to loan out. At Maplewood the teach­ ers were learning about fo­ cusing on the uses of the guided and shared reading Dr. Judy Smith, a Reading Recovery teacher, talks to the Maplewood staff about the balanced literacy program. from Reading Recovery teacher Dr. Judy Smith, a PhD. New Maplewood Princi­ pal Mary Taylor spoke to the staff prior to the presen­ tation. "I would like to see great things happen with literacy in Maplewood," she said. Smith covered compo­ nents of the balanced read­ ing program such as recre­ ational reading, modeled reading, instructional read­ ing, content area reading, sharing and ongoing evalua­ tion. See teachers prepare, pg. 2 In This Issue • Rockin’ Riders score again at Eaton Fair • Kids paint works of art at last Art in the Park session • M.V. Band is young, eager group this year �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 31,1999 - Page 2 Teachers and Principal Bernie Hynes discuss the level of difficulty of books at Fuller last week. Smith emphasized the goal to make every child want to be a recreational reader. "They've got to read out­ side of school and quite frankly enjoy it or they won't do it," Smith said. Later in the presentation Smith demonstrated mod- eled and guided reading. At Fuller teachers were You’re never too old to save money! et us show you how we can save you money on your car insurance with the Auto-Owners Group program. As a member of a company-approved retirement association or group, you may qualify for a substantial car insurance discount. Ask us about it today! ' ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business Tkt No TkopUt * TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville • 517-726-0580 Tom Bourbon talks with the high school staff about discipline policy in the school last week. learning from Reading Re­ covery teacher Michael Tay­ lor how to classify books according to reading level. The teachers said they were excited about the pro­ gram because this year there will be a book room where teachers can share books and materials, and wanted to classify the books. "We want to be able to match children and books properly," said teacher Karen Seifert. "We are so excited about all the won­ derful books we will be able to use." Superintendent Clark Volz said, "We have never been more ready in terms of giving children our best this year. "The faculty is well pre­ pared, the buildings are ready and we are excited for another year of educating our children." Nashville council, continued from front page • Set the public hearing for four ordinances for Thurday, Sept. 9, at 6:30 p.m. On the agenda will be the question of non-partisan elections, appointing trea­ surer and clerk, the right of way ordinance, and snow removal. • Accepted new and revised policies' They in­ cluded policies on internal communications, pay out­ side regular employee hours, complaints, perfor­ mance evaluations, and vil­ lage alley and maintenance, which is posted at the vil­ lage hall. The alley policy lists all alleys that will be main­ tained, but the list can be updated upon request, said Mapes. • Heard from White who said the seminar she re­ cently attended on the Open Meetings Act was very in­ formative, and that she learned a lot. • Heard from Trustee Frank Dunham that he thought bicycle racks in town might be a good idea, instead of people having to "dump them in front of business'." "It might be beneficial if we are going to enforce our bicycle policy to have a place for them to put them," said Dunham. Qctck, to School ^ugust 30 Qiana's Place The Place to Gofor Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road ■ 852-9481 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .............. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45. p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School ................. .10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. .11a.m. REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE N AZ ARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration .10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training Sunday A.M. Worship .................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (172 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class...................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTOR 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service........................... 6 p.m. PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service....... ................. 7 Wed. Service . . ......... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED . METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Sunday Schoo W.orship.......... PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ■ ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg:) Holy Communion ............... 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer........ ,......... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 946-9604. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ..11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service..........7 p.m. AWANA.............. 7-8:30 p.m Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .................. 10 a.m. Church Service ................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. August 31, 1999 - Page 3 Kids paint works of art at last Art in the Park session Ayla May (from left) Karen Carpenter, and Angie Wolf show off their paintings given paper and different things to paint with, includ­ ing sticks and sponges. Many used their fingers. "This paint is neat be­ cause when it dries it is very textured," said Hart. Some children chose to paint "Michealangelo" style by taping the paper on the bottom side ofthe table and painting "upside down." &I & Jobs Wanted CHERYL’S £j HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner WILL COOK & DO LIGHT cleaning for the elderly. Mon­ day-Friday, flexible hours. Call 726-0139___________________ 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml .517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children ARE YOU LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR CHILDREN in AV EDA. Maple Valley Schools, lst&3rd shift only? 517-852-9060. tents" , The Art in the Park series is sponsored by the Ver­ montville Historical Soci­ ety. 4{ Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Usting Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE MULTIPLE LISTING SEPVtCT Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, MLS. Fax:852-9138 Homer Winegar, GRI These adventurous artists paint “Michelangelo" style at Art in the Park. 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She is pictured with her mother, Lisa. ■ ■ 1111iiinrid NASHVILLE - GREAT INCOME INVESTMENT Live in one unit & rent the other ON WEST MAIN IN VER­ MONTVILLE - Corner lot with StaffWriter NO SEPTEMBER PENNY SUPPER First Penny Supper, October 2nd Chop Suey and ? Chairperson: Alberta Lewis Kids painted great works of art at the last Art in the Park ofthe year. Cynthia Hart showed the children how to make paint from soap flakes, water and food coloring. Just experiment until you get the right consis­ tency," she told the chil­ dren. The children were then ----- VACANT LA 2 story, 4 bedroom home. 2 baths, lots of space in this well NEW LISTING: 2 ACRES ON THE kept 2 unit rental, on a nice EDGE OF THE VILLAGE OF shady corner lot near elementary NASHVILLE - Tree lined along the school. Call Jerry for more front. Surveyed & perk tested. details. (N-69) Contact Nyle. (VL-73) by Shawna Hubbarth - VFW 8260 AUXILIARY We regret there will be... 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NEAR Easy access to 1-69 expressway interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-49) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas available located at the end of private road deed restrictions. Call Nyle (VL-39) 3.3 ACRES Country lot big enough for a horse, surveyed on private road. (VL-42) 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site priced to buy atjust $16,900. Call Nyle today, 726-1234. (VL-43) 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel is ideal for your new home, land contract terms. Call Nyle to dis­ cuss the details. (VL-30) �The Maple Valley News Nashville, Tuesday. August 31.1999 - Page 4 Putnam Library finishes summer program Gaylors to celebrate 70th anniversary Owen and Gladys Gaylor will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary the 5th of September at Thorn­ apple Manor, with their family. Owen Gaylor married Gladys Hodge on the 6th of September, 1929 at Lansing. Mich. Owen retired from Battle Creek Refuse Service. Gladys was a home­ maker. The couple have six children: Dortha VerMeulen from Bronson, Millard (Jane) Gaylor from Kalamazoo, Arlene (Bob) DeCamp from Nashville, Mich.; Loretta (Bob) Persails of Tekonsha and Janice (Bill) Hauser of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. They have 22 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchil­ dren. If you would like to send a card, their address h 2700 Nashville Hwy., Hastings, Ml 49058. Wyants to celebrate 50th anniversary Gene and Bonnie Wyant, former residents of Nashville, will celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniver­ sary. They were married in Nashville on September 2, 1949 at the United Methodist Church. Their children and spouses are: Daniel and Marilyn Wyant of Gallup, New Mexico, Brad and Debi Wyant of Climax, Michi­ gan, Jack Wyant of Nashville, Michigan, and Jill and Wes Lewis of Freeport, Michigan. They have 10 grandchildren. Gene retired from Oldsmobile in Lansing and Bon­ nie worked at several businesses in Hastings. Since retirement, they live in Wyoming and Florida. Cards can be sent to: Gene and Bonnie Wyant, Box 720 HCR-65, Pavillion, Wyoming 82523. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Games and fun were had at the last Putnam Library summer reading program last week. Children delighted in games such as the balloon pop. Each child had the chance to sit on a balloon and pop it. The person who popped it first won a prize. Another game consisted of kids blowing a cup on a string, across the room. The person whose cup "made the finish line" first won a prize. The children were read stories, and poetry by Barbara Youngs. After the story, the children made masks with markers and art supplies out of paper bags. Winners of a reading based bingo game enjoyed a pizza party at Good Times Friday. Tea Social is Sept. 7 The Eaton County Association for Family and Community Education has planned a tea social com­ bined with a “Make It-Take It Craft” demonstration for Tuesday, Sept. 7, from 1 to 3 p.m. The tea and program will be held at the Eaton County Office Building’s Public Meeting Room, 551 Courthouse Drive, Char­ lotte. The program is free. To register, call Eaton County MSU Extension office, (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. The public is invited to this tea social and program. For further information, call Catie Epling at (517) 351-9815 or Maida Hawley, (517) 857-3531. Children frantically try to blow the cup to the finish line in a game at Putnam Library last week. For Sale 6 TON WILLMAR FERTIL­ IZER spreaderw/auger, $5,400. Call 517-566-8567._________ LAMINANT FLOORING AT $1.99 SQ.FT., 15 year warranty, several colors, cash and carry, 100 sq.ft, minimum purchase. Bargain shopper prices on carpet too! Call Westen’s Carpet, 210 E. Main, Middleville, 616-795­ 3000. Open Tuesday through Friday, 10am-6pm, Saturday, 10am-3pm Chris and Brenda invite you to try our Saturday Special SWISS STEAK NEW HOURS CLOSED Monday OPEN: Tuesday thru Thursday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Sugar Tlut 174 S. Main Street - Vermontville This girl tries to pop her balloon by sitting on it faster than her competitor at one of the games at Putnam Library last week. Phone 726-1518 Those attending last week's library program were told to dress "crazy". These girls proudly show off their costumes of choice. Business Services WORK FROM HOME: Growing company needs help. Earn between $500-$ 1,200parttime/full-time. Fun, easy, willl train. Call for free 14 page book­ let. 616-248-7779. wwwcash911 .com/byrbest ROOFING,,, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS, windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 Wanted CRAFTERS NEEDED for Caledonia Band, 2000craft show on November 20th. Call Barb at 616-891-9587. DIETARY PRODUCTION MANAGER Experienced Production Manager to supervise food service in a 138 bed county-owned SNF. Will func­ tion as co-department head along with Clinical Dietary Manager (R D.). Must have at least 2 years experience in long term care, and a working knowledge of all aspects of production, including staffing. Excellent wages, fringes and working conditions. Please send resume along with salary history in confidence to: Administrator, 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058. EOE. (fiomapplc ^aaor.ji^SB^ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 31, 1999 - Page 5 Maple Valley band is young, eager group this year by Shawna Hubbarth Charles A. Frith MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - Charles A. Frith, age 68, formerly of Nashville, passed away Saturday, August 21, 1999 at his home in Memphis, Tennessee. He was bom July 19, 1931, in Sunfield Township, the son of Edward Dean and Laura (Potter) Frith. He attended the Vermontville Elementary Schools and graduated from Nashville High School in 1949. Frith enlisted in the United States Navy on September 8, 1950 and retired in 1973 with the rank of chief warrant officer. He went on to attend Memphis State University where he received Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees. He was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Millington, Tennessee Masonic Lodge, Millington York Rite Bodies, Memphis Scottish Rite 32nd degree, and the Al Chymia Shrine Temple. He is survived by his wife, Norma (Snyder) Frith; sons, Arthur (Teresa) Frith of Fort Sheridan, Illinois, and Darryl (Lisa) Frith > of Knoxville, Tennessee; four brothers, Herbert (Phyllis) Frith and Leon (Bernice). Frith of Nashville, John (Shirley) Frith of Redford, Michigan, & Kenneth (Marilyn) Frith of Vermontville; two sisters, Caroline (Frith) Berry of Charlotte, and Naomi Frith of Milan, Michigan; sister­ in-law, Phyllis Frith of Nashville; brother-in-law, Arthur C. Drake II of Vermontville; step­ daughter, Vickie Morgan of Jonesboro, Arkansas; step-son, Shan Mosbey of Caraway, Arkansas; nine grandchildren and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery on September 7, 1999 with full military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Otto L. Dahm NASHVILLE Mr. Otto L. Dahm, age 97, of Nashville, passed away Monday, August 23, 1999 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Mr. Dahm was bom on January 15, 1902 in Logansport, Indiana, the son of John & Nancy (Ludders) Dahm. He married Bernice Olmstead on January 15, 1927 in Elkhart, Indiana, and she preceded him in death on June 2, J997. His employment included: A.B. Stove Company in Battle Creek, farming in Assyria Township for 18 years, Pennock Company in Concrete Nashville, • Director for the Bany County Welfare Department. He retired from Post Cereal Company in 1967, and worked for the Vogt Funeral Home in Nashville after his retirement. Mr. Dahm was a member of the Nashville Masonic Lodge #255, the Maple Leaf Grange, and the Nashville United Methodist Church. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, playing cards, pool & square dancing with his wife. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Ester Linsley. Mr. Dahm is survived by his son, Robert (Betty) Dahm of Battle Creek; daughters, Bonnie Jean (Gene) Wyant of Pavillion, Wyoming, and Sharon Joan Brady of Nashville; eight grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; two step grandchildren; one step great grandchild; and a sister, Annie A. Kinsey of South Carolina. Funeral Services were held Saturday, August 28, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel. Reverend James Hynes officiated. Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Bonnie Lou Hildebrant IONIA at her residence. She was bom on September 6, 1962 in Charlotte, the daughter of William Henry and Mary Jane (Williams) 1982, and had been employed for the past eleven years at Lowell Engineering. She enjoyed fishing, hunting, and camping. Bonnie is survived by a host of family and friends, her life companion, Janet Thayer of' Ionia; son, Hildebrant. Bonnie graduated from Lakewood High School in Randy (Shonda) Thayer; daughter, Tasha Thayer; mother, Mary Jane Bonnie Lou age 36,, of Ionia, passed away Tuesday, August 24, 1999 Hildebrant, Convenience Store For Sale Only package liquor license in town. Also sells beer, wine, Lotto, and a wide array of grocery items. Huge walk-in cooler. 2,700 sq. ft. building in good condition. Call us today! BATCH REAL ESTATE (616) 963-8108 246 North 20th St., Battle Creek, MI 49015 Williams of Lake Odessa; father & step mother, William Henry and Virginia Hildebrant; brothers and sisters, William L. (Sara) Hildebrant of Sunfield, Marie A. (Bob) Goodenough of Lake Odessa, Leroy E. (Teri) Hildebrant of Hastings, and Harold H. Hildebrant of Lake Odessa; several nieces & nephews; and one grandson, Dominick Thayer. Funeral Services were held on Saturday, August 28, 1999 at the Sunfield United Methodist Church. Interment was in East Sebewa Cemetery. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Foundation or to the family’s wishes in memory of Bonnie. Arrangements were made by Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. StaffWriter Maple Valley Band camp this year went very well, said band director Dennis Vanderhoef. Students recently attended the camp which at Grand Valley State University. The band worked early in the morning until night, perfecting marching and band techniques. "The band this year is a young one," one, said Vanderhoef. "Thirty are freshman, but they played very well and they worked really hard." He said the day started at 5:30 a.m. to try to beat the heat. "We had them march early in the morning because it was so hot," Vanderhoef said. Vanderhoef said the students stayed in the dorins, and while they had a chance to sample dorm food, the band boosters brought in dinner for the kids. Two instructors, Ryan Rosin and Mike Sudrovich, went along to help, he said. Clarinet player and section leader Michelle Local church youth group to help quake victims by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Nashville Methodist Church Youth group has put canisters around town to send money to Turkey in the wake ofthe recent earth­ quake there. As of press time 12,000 people have died in the nat­ ural disaster and 200,000 have been left homeless. Youth group leader Karen Snyder said she had been reading about the tragedy and thought the group could do something to help. "I was reading about it and I thought that raising some money was the least we could do to show we cared," she said. "In the youth group we try to have fun but also reach out to those in need." Snyder said the youth group consists of 12 kids from the ages of 10 to 16. The canisters will remain at local business in Nashville for two weeks. For Sale Auto 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $ 15,500 OBO. 948­ 0502 "We hope to have a few businesses around town help out also," she said. Jewell said the camp went well. "I think everyone enjoys the new show this year," she said. "It’s a real high energy fun swing show. It has also of interesting new things in it, including dance moves." Jewell agreed that the band was a young one, but says they performed very well. "We have about seven or eight seniors and 30 freshman... but the freshman this year are really good. They really know what they are doing they just need a little leadership," Jewell said. "It will be interesting to see how the show changes from the first game to the last," she said, noting that some of the program is still being worked out. The Dog House « % Pet Grooming Professional Grooming of All Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Road Vermontville, MI 49096 Claude Hine, Groomer On 'fyteue't A gift to the Bany Community Foun­ dation is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more infor­ mation on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. Farm AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 Riverside Oak Furniture Hand Crafted Solid Oak Furniture Kitchen and dining room tables, chairs, bar stools, deacon benches, hutches, bedroom furniture, enter­ tainment centers, cedar and oak chests, grand­ father clocks, end tables and more! Also... Craft items. 1/2 Mile East ofIonia Rd. on Nashville Hwy. 9245 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 517-726-0103 David & Lucy Coblentz �The Maple Valley News -Nashville Tuesday, August 31, 1999 - Page 6 School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 1 Choose One - Spaghetti, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two garden salad, broccoli, peach slices, juice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 2 Choose One • Club sand­ wich, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar Choose Two - gar­ den salad, carrot stocks, applesauce, juice, milk. Friday, Sept. 3 No lunch served. Labor Day holiday. Monday, Sept. 6 No lunch served. Labor Day holiday. Tuesday, Sept 7 Choose One - Chicken fajitas, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, vegetable soup, fruit cocktail, juice, milk Maple Valley Elementary Schools (M«pkwo*a, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Sept 1 Chicken sandwich, tossed salad, peach slices, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk Thursday, Sept 2 Cheese pizza, carrot sticks, applesauce, birthday cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept 3 No lunch served. Labor Day holiday. Monday, Sept 6 No lunch served, Labor Day holiday. Tuesday, Sept 7 Cheeseburger, potato sticks, whole kernel corn, orange push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Community Notice ^MAULCTT-fOTHrCr’CrEiS.rt 7K7Wu?Cir'-W-IBJ VERM1O4N4 TSVOILULTEH. M MIACINHIISGSGTTAARRENE4T9096 VERMONTVILLE. MICHIGAN49096 . ESTATE AUCTION of Real Estate & Personal Property Auction Begins at 10 am • Real Estate Sells at 12:30 pm Selling this very nice, two bedroom home located on an excellent lot with at­ tached garage plus a detached garage AND a large lot located just south of the home which will make an excellent building site with city water and sewer available. The parcels will be offered separately and as a whole. OPEN HOUSES: Wed., Sept. 8,4:00-5:30 & Sun., Sept. 12,100-230 Call for a flyer with additional information & a list of the personal property to kbesold- LAVANCE ADLRICH Estate J ALSO LICENSED IN INDIANA A OHIO (517) 726-0181 e^ail stantons@voyager.net (517) 726-0060 www.stantons-auctions.com The Eaton County Fall Conservation Tour will be held Friday, Sept. 10. our includes ncues severa Thiss tour several on- farm demonstration of modem technology fanning, abandoned well closings and pesticide handling and stor­ age procedures. Bus transportation and lunch will be provided. Pesticide users will receive 3 MDA certification credits Leta Nagle to celebrate 98th birthday HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-800­ 611-3766. LOCATED at 314 N. Main, Vermontville, Ml on: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 Eaton annual Fall Conservation Tour planned for Sept. 10 Lawn & Garden Wa­ ter Lilies and Lotus, Aquatic plants, Goldfish and Koi, liners, pumps, filters. Apol’s Landscap­ ing Co. 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia. 616-698-1030 WATER GARDENING for attending this program. This tour is sponsored by the Eaton County MSU Extension, the Michigan Groundwater Stewardship Team, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Thomapple- Grand Conservation District. Crop and livestock pro­ ducers and others interested in participation in this tour should call the MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594 to register. Jeffrey L. Wilbur Marine Cpl. Jeffrey L. Wilbur, son of Gary L. Wilbur of 177 Thomapple Lake Road, Nashville, recently completed a sixmonth deployment to Okinawa, Japan, with 1st Battalion, 8th Marines. Wilbur’s unit departed its home base of Camp Lejeune, N.C., in January as part ofthe Unit Deployment Program (UDP). UDP units based in the United States annually go to. Okinawa for six months of training. For Okinawa, they can deploy to mainland Japan, Korea and many other Pacific countries. The 1993 graduate of Hastings High School joined the Marine Corps in July 1995. LAWN AND GARDEN EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Real Estate KALKASKA COUNTY: 5 BEAUTIFUL WOODED acres of hardwoods, includes drive­ way, grassy building/camping site, adjoins State land, close to Torch Lake, rivers, snowmobile trails; $25,900, $500down, $320/ mo., 11 % land contract, North­ ern Land Company, 1-800-968­ 3118, www.northemlandco.com 945-9554 anytime for ACTION-Ads! Equipment used in Sunfield Township Cemeteries is offered for sale by sealed bid. Equipment includes: D 14 Allis Chalmbers, w/3 pt. hitch, loader, & PS; and Mowing-, Trimming, & Spraying equipment. To obtain a complete list and bidding information contact the Township Clerk at (517) 566-8461. All bids are due Sept. 30, 1999. Leta Nagle will be cele­ brating her 98th birthday on Sept. 4, 1999. She would en­ joy hearing from friends with a card shower. Her address is: Leta Na­ gle, 259 S. Franklin, Mecosta, MI 49332. Celebrating 20 Years of Business Hamlin’s Quik Stop 1401 Jordan Lake St, Lake Odessa • 616-374-5791 441 E. Broadway, Woodland • 616-367-4961 495 E. Main, Vermontville • 517-726-1312 364 Creyts Road, Dimondale • 517-646-2361 32 oz. 32 oz. FOUNTAIN Fountain Drink + Regular DRINKS Snickers Bar 149® or 99® PEPSI = Your TOTAL Convenience Stores STOP 2 Liters 2 Liters* Deposit Gallon 2% MILK $209 COKE, PEPSI &7-UP ICE CREAM 2 for RC COLA 2/$-f 00 3/$ -I 00 Plus Deposit Better Made POTATO CHIPS Reg. $1.99 v Sale 2/$ Q00 Plus Deposit MILLER LITE 30 Pack $1399 We have PHONE CARDS for 4«9^Minute $5 - 91 Minutes $10 -193 Minutes Plus Deposit $20 - 397 Minutes LOTTERY DRAWING ...for *50.00 in INSTANT TICKETS! ~ Details in store. ~ 99® Plus Deposit Hudsonville Hand Dipped ICE CREAM Cans Plus Tax 1/2 Gallon Hudsonville COKE & 7-UP BUSCH $1 30 Pack Q49 7f R0 Reg. Cone f w /Single Dip w /Double Dip QQe 1/2 Gallon ORANG JUICE Plus Deposit FREE 200Z. tacobell FOUNTAIN POP Lake Odessa Drive-Thru ...with purchase of. 2 Tacos or 2 Burritos TACO BELL and TACO BELL LOGO Expires 10/31/99 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 31, 1999 - Page 7 Barry County Extension Office CALENDER OFEVENTSNashville Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee Meet­ ing, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Sept. 2 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Sept. 8 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Sept. 10-11 Middleville Heritage days. Sept. 11 CMO Clinic & Trail Ride Yankee Springs, 10 a.m. Sept. 13 Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m. Expo Building. Sept. 13 Rendezvous Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. Expo Building. Sept. 15 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Of­ fice. Sept. 15 4-H Award forms due. Sept. 16 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building. Sept. 18-19 4-H’ers Rendezvous. Sept. 20 Companion Animal Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Sept. 25 Fall Horticulture Workshop, 9:30 a.m., Plant & Soil Bldg., MSU. Sept. 26 Open Speed Show, 10 a.m., Expo Center. Sept. 27 Goat Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Expo Building. Sept. 27 Poultry Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., expo Building. Sept. 27 4-H Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Ag room Hastings High School. Nashville Nashville police police who who apap­ proached a car after a traffic stop in the village late Sun­ day are still looking for the 28-year-old driver who fled Sept. 1 Corrections: EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Last week's story about the Nashville family fea­ tured in the Post cereal commercial had the last name of the family spelled incorrectly. The correct spelling is Rigehnan. A quote from last week's story about a Nashville man launching a high tech busi­ ness was incorrect. The cor­ rect quote is: "In two to three years you will see store fronts closing due to E-Commerce." Also, a the new local In­ ternet shopping and infor­ mation mall Wolfhetl.com LLC is developing will not have every business address. The site will have every business in the county listed with services avail­ able such as the address, map to the business, and web site. mansought the scene on foot the scene on foot. The suspect, whom police believe lives in Nashville, left behind a loaded, 38-caliber pistol, cocaine, on charges hh i d methamphetamine, drug scales, paraphernalia for drug distribution and bur­ glary tools, according to Nashville Police Officer Trailers broken into, lived in Two travel trailers parked in a field on Tasker Road in Assyria Township were not only broken into, but also had apparently been used as the residences of a number of suspects, according to re- port by the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. The suspects apparently broke windows and pried open a door to gain access to the trailers. Some items were discov­ ered missing from the trail­ ers Aug. 18 and the suspects have apparently fled. The incident remains un­ der investigation. Christian Hanson. A 1993 Oldsmobile Achieva, along with various electronic equipment, was seized for forfeiture, he said. Charges pending against the man include fleeing and eluding, felony firearms possession, carrying a con­ cealed weapon in a motor vehicle, possession of co­ caine and methamphetamine with intent to deliver and possession of burglary tools. Anyone with information on the identity and location of the suspect are asked to call the Nashville Police Department at 852-9866. You asked for it... It will soon be here... On Wednesday, September 8th from 9 AM til 12:30 PM... ■theSTWt: Equipment traile will be at vern's Repair! Factory reps, will be there to answer any and all questions about any stihl® products. Coffee and Rolls for 'You ~ 9: 30 AM - Stihl® reps, will put on a CHAIN SAW SAFETY SEMINAR. This is very impor­ tant for all novice chain saw users and a great refresher for the pros. 10: 00 AM - Will have a WOOD CUTTING CONTEST. Two factory tuned 046 Stihl® chain saws to cut with. Winner will receive a brand new .025 STIHL CHAIN SAW. Everyone who enters will receive a Team Stihl hat. Join the fun! OFF All STIHL Equipment Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE CENTRAL GRADING Driveway, Private Roads Grating, Hauling ofDriveway Gravel, Top Soil & Stone Products 10002 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 517-726-1276 5TIHL Bar Oil Safety Equipment and Accessories FREE DRAWING* for a STIHL FS36 Weed Trimmer per case of 6 STIHL Chain ^ Loops ‘ , Get 2nd One FREE! *No purchase necessary to enter drawing. Need not be present to win. Remember Wednesday, Sept. 8th 9 AM- Join the VERN'S REPAIR 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, Michigan 48897 Ionia XLake Odessa • M-50 Phone (616) 367-4544 Summer Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30-12 Noon and 1:00-5:00; Saturday 7:30-12 Noon; Sunday Closed i Lansing to Woodland Hastings M-43 Woodland Rd. VERN'S Coville Rd. REPAIR S Coats Grove Rd. Nashville �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday, August 31, 1999 - Page 8 Rockin’ Riders score again at Eaton Fair Though this was only the Rockin’ Riders’ second year at the Eaton County Fair, members put together an impressive showing. A spokesperson for the 4­ H club said, “Many felt it was just a fluke when the young new club did so well at the 1998 fair, however, in 1999 they showed their ded- ication and staying power by repeating their efforts.” The oldest member for Rockin’ Riders is 13 and the youngest is 9. All are at the same animal awareness level, “It’s been great having everyone learning at the same place,” the spokesper­ son said. There was an added fea­ ture to the Rockin’ riders group this year. The name implys this is only a horse club, but there was one member showing hogs, and another showing rabbits. Samantha Pierce, 11, daughter of Terry and Cheryl Pierce of Nashville, took a pen of hogs, which consists of two pigs, and did well in her first year with that pro­ ject. In fitting and showman­ ship, she took ninth place, pen of hogs sixth place and in rate of gain (how much the hogs gain from weigh-in in April to fair time) she placed 16th out of approxi- Kristy Hume Lauren Pierce Ashley Trumble on Strawberry add a deck orpool... the possibilities are endless. Great rates. Fast answers. Flexible terms. Summer moves fast. mately 110 hogs. Pierce won three bam awards. For bam awards they look at your barn decorations and how clean your area is. Lauren Pierce, 10, also the daughter ofTerry and Cheryl Pierce ofNashville showed a rabbit. She placed third in showmanship. Breann Gardner, 10, daughter of Pat and Donna Gardner of Vermontville, took her horse Eighty Eight to fair this year. She took third in fitting and show­ manship, third in English pleasure, fourth in western pleasure, second in English equitation, and qualified for the Bass Memorial, which is exactly like state show selec­ tion for 12 and under kids as you must be ’ 13 to 60 to the State Fair. Ashley Trumble, 13, daughter of Mike arid Lisa Trumble of Vermontville, took her horse Strawberry, who is 25, to fair. She did not get a placing ribbon in any of her classes, but showed many at the fair that winning is definitely not everything. Sarah Trumble, 11, is also the daughter of Mike and Lisa Trumble of Vermontville. Sarah took Skip, her four-year paint gelding to the fair. Sarah placed fifth in fitting; show­ manship, fourth in walk/trot pleasure; third in walk/trot equitation, and eighth place See Rockin’Riders, pg. 10 NOTICE The Vermontville Village Office will be closed Sept. 1 - Sept. 8. Please direct emergency calls to 726-1444. The Sept, council meeting will still be held on Thurs., Sept. 2 at 7:30 p.rri. Sharon Stewart Village Clerk 100 PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold five Public Hearings on Thursday, September 9, 1999 starting at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Purpose - to hear public comments on the following ordinances: 1st hearing - an ordinance to provide that Village elections shall be nonpartisan. 2nd hearing - an ordinance for establishing the position of Village Treasurer as an ap­ pointed position. 3rd hearing - an ordinance for establishing the position of Village Clerk as an appointed position. 4th hearing - Snow Removal Ordinance. 5th hearing - Public Streets and Right of Way Ordinance. Any comments in writing can be delivered to the Village Office on or before the date of the hearings. 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The horse group obtained two bam awards for their efforts. There were six hors­ es and sometimes there were as many as four members in one class. Clear Choice uto Glass Pewter Wicker... I for the ass Memorial. Kristy Hume, daughter of David and Julie Hume of Charlotte, took her pony Dandy to the fair, where she placed fourth in fitting and showmanship, second in the walk/trot riding pattern, first in walk/trot pleasure, first in walk/trot equitation, and grand champion in walk/trot for pony. Kaitlyn Braithwaite, 11, daughter of Steve and Karen Newman of Charlotte, and Kevin Braithwaite of Charlotte took her horse a Attend our nursing assistant class in air condition­ ing and secure your health care career for the future. The residents here always appreciate new faces and friendships, as well as caring, gentle hands and hearts. The next class will be held September 15th through the 30th. Starting wage is $8.11 per hour with excellent benefits available. Class is not held on the weekends. Apply for this opportunity in person before September 9th, 1999. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 EOE �The Maple Vafley News. NashvSa. Tuesday. August 31.1999 - Page 11 New books at the Vermontville Twp. Library The Vermontville Town­ ship Library has received a donation of $1,000 from Chester Township. This money was used to purchase a set of Encyclopedia Britannica. The set includes a Micropedia and a Macromedia set, as well as a history set, “The Annals of America,” and “Book of the Yean Events of 1998.” The library’s summer reading program went well. Seventeen children read the required number of books and were presented with a canvas book bag imprinted with the library’s name and logo. Another donation of book on tapes was received. New titles include: The Plains of Passage, by Jean M. Auel; Edgar Allan Poe Stories; Uncovering Clinton, by Michael Isikoff; The Deep End of the Ocean, by Jacquelyn Mitchard;; The Testament, by John Grish­ am; Selected Tales and Poems by Edgar Allan Poe; Post Captain, by Patrick O’Brien; The Hundred Days, by Patrick O’Brien; The Last Brother The Rise and Fall of Teddy Kennedy, by Joe McGinniss; Playing for Keeps: Michael Jordan and the World He Made, by David Halberstam. Junior fiction: Young Hercules, by Mel Odom; Clearwater Crossing: No Doubt, by Laura Peyton Roberts; David Brin’s Out of Time: Tiger in the Sky, by Shelia Finch; Pine Hollow: Penalty Points, by Bonnie Bryant; Love Stories: All That, by Lynn Mason; Sweet On the shelf at the Sunfield District Library Ming the Magnificent per­ formed for more than 100 children and parents under the tent at the Farmers Picnic. The board, staff and patrons of the library said they are grateful to the Friends of the Library for their sponsorship of events like Ming and the summer reading program. Friends projects, like the annual pic­ nic book sale, make such sponsorship possible. Sandy Wells and Mary Simmons put a lot of work into preparation of crafts for summer reading Thursdays. Several mothers were helped those days as well. Many other individuals also con­ tributed to the success of summer reading, and the parade, through their time and donations of funds, prizes, candy, refreshments and materials. Former Library Director Eunice Benedict, now a ref­ erence professional with the Capitol Area District Library, is still a community resident and spent Saturday as a member of the library’s team. She began by helping to carry the library banner in the parade, sold Friends books throughout the day, then helped tear down the tent at the end. Anyone interested in entering a county-wide writ­ ing contest dedicated to barns may contact the library for information. New books on our shelves, by category, are: Adult Fiction: True at First Light, by Ernest Hemmingway; McNally’s Dilemma, by Lawrence Sanders. Paperback: The Pirate, by Jayne Ann Krantz, Son of Rosemary, by Ira Levin, and This Time for Keeps, by Kathleen Kane. All are new and donations. Christian Fiction: Assassins, a donation, is book six and the latest in the Left Behind series, by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins; Ashes of Remembrance, by Bodie and Brock Thone, is book three their Galway n Chronicles series. Adult Non-Fiction: Yesterday I Cried, is writer lyanla Vanzant’s autobiogra­ phy. Vanzant is the best-sell­ ing author of In the Meantime and One Day My Soul Just Opened Up. You Mean I Don’t have to Feel this Way?: New Help for Depression, Anxiety, and Addiction, by Collette Dowling, is a donation and a highly regarded account of the author's insights into treatment for serious clinical depression. Juniors: Books 9 and 10 in Laura Peyton Roberts’ very popular Clearwater Crossing young adult series arc Skin Deep and No Doubt; My Heart Is on the Lions blank chargers in season opener Maple Valley chalked up 248 yards of offense and held Union City to 114 in an 8-0 opening game victory over non league foe Union City last Friday at Union City. The Lions ran for 195 yards on 56 attempts and were led by Jacob Cole's 76 yards qn 16 carries, Jeff Rhoades' 31 yards on six carries and Rich Smith's 35 yards on 10 carries. Passing, quarterback Ken Lackscheide was 3-for-7 for 53 yards. Chris Ripley recovered a fumble late in the game and coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's Lions scored with 1:54 remaining on a touchdown by run by Cole. Lackscheide hooked up with Justin VanAlstine for a successful two-point conversion. Maple Valley's defense held the Chargers to 114 yards of offense. Smith came away with 15 tackles, Rhoades 13 tackles and Jason Abfalter collected 10 tackles. Rhoades also caused the fumble that led to the Ripley recovery. Kyle Lackscheide, Chad VanEngen, Kyle Kines, Eric Goris and center Matt Thome played "good games" on the offensive line for Maple Valley, according to Mittelstaedt. The Lions open SMAA league play this Friday on the road against Morrice. Ground: The Diary of Nannie Little Rose, a Sioux Girl, is a Dear America book authored by Ann Rinaldi; A Reward for Josephina, by Valerie Tripp, is a new American Girls Short Story; Junior’s Colors is a Veggie Tales “Vcggiecational” book about colors; The Train to Timbuctoo, is a new printing of a 1951 easy reading Golden Book classic, by Margaret Wise Brown. National Ads HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! 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Junior easy fiction: Max's Money, Teddy Slater, Pigs Go to Market, by Amy Axelrod; Alligator Baby, by Robert Munsch; Balloons and Other Fun Things, by Richard Scarry; Rugrats: Bark, Spike, Bark!, by Luke David; Bear in a Square, by Stella Blackstone; Big Fat Hen and the Red Rooster, by Vivian French; Blue's Clues: BlueY Big Adventure, by Angela C. Santomero; Curious George and the Hot Air Balloon, by Margaret Rey; Easy to Read the Little Engine That Could, by Watty Piper; Franklin): Valentines, by Paulette Bourgeois; Love You Forever, by Robert Munsch; The Night Before Easter, by Natasha Wing, Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea, by Cynthia Rylant: One Moose, Twenty Mice, by Clare Beaton; Pooh: The Best Thanksgiving, Pooh: Trick or Treat, by Ann Baybrooks: ftx>h\ Pumpkin, by Isabel! Gaines; Poppleton Forever, by Cynthia rylant; CliftonDs Big Book of Things to Know. Adult non-fiction: Everyday Etiquette, by Peggy Post. Adult fiction: Ross's Gap, byG. Clifton Wislcr. 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Anne said she had a fabulous time when the Fred McCauley family took her and several other youths to Michigan Adventure in Muskegon. On July 6, Anne was delivered to the Mason fam- Anne Vinni from Joensuv Finland has just spent six weeks in Vermontville this summer. She was met at the airport by Don and Marcia Grant, Hillary and Nicholas, who were substituting for Bill and Sharon Mason. The Masons had the opportunity to go to Australia and were unavailable to meet Anne upon her arrival. So the Grants took over the respon­ sibility and welcomed her to the USA June 22. Anne brought many Finnish gifts with her for her host families, including Salmiakki, a black, salty liquorice type of “candy” which was not very well liked by anyqne, except Bill Mason. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service t 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville ily after their arrival home. At their house she celebrated her 18th birthday with cake and homemade ice cream from Bill’s “secret recipe.” Anne said she was begin­ ning to feel guilty because up to that point all she had done was eat and had gotten no exercise. She was told that she was “turning into a true American.” That prompted her, along with Tammy Mason, to purchase roller blades. Anne said they are very expensive in Finland, so she was excited to get a pair while in the U.S. The Masons took Anne to the demolition derby and motocross at the Eaton County 4-H Fair. She went to a Lug Nuts baseball game, Mackinac Island, Cedar Point, water skiing and to several movies that had not opened yet in Finland. Anne noted many differ­ ences in the USA, such as the price of many things were less expensive in the U.S., including Levis, gaso­ line and junk food, just to name a few. While here, Anne missed saunas, strong coffee and noticed that Americans seemed to eat cheese on everything, along with a lot of fats and sugar. In Finland, many vegetables and pota­ toes were eaten, which cost Mich. Lie. #23-1748 Prestige Half Hams u 1 less there than in America. When Anne returned home, her father, who works Anne Vinni, (right) a foreign exchange visitor from Finland, is shown here with Megan McCauley and Hillary Grant. in a pulp/paper factory, planned to teach her to drive, since it will be legal for her to get a drivers license at age 18. If her father were unable to help her learn to drive, a class might cost as much as $1,000. Anne had to leave for home on Aug. 2. She enjoyed her time with the Masons and Grants in America and will remember her trip for a long time, espe­ cially the Fudgie Lion from Good Time Pizza. 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Vermontville Croceryij - and — Ph 726-0640 Fresh Meat Market IGA Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-09-07.pdf 293eefb31ed7fd75efcb3828f850641b PDF Text Text TBULKRATE Us. POSTAGE PAID Hast«gs. Ml 4905^1 —ftnnitNo.7 I I Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 36/September 7,1999 Board of Education to meet at different school buildings by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter In an effort to showcase new buildings and pro­ grams, the Maple Valley School Board will be hold­ ing its next four regular meetings at different schools. The board plans to meet at Maplewood Elementary School in the art room for the Sept. 13 meeting, at Fuller in the all-purpose room for the Oct. 11 meet­ ing, Kellogg for the Nov. 8 meeting (with a tour of the Second Chance program fa­ cility), and the high school for the December 13 meet­ ing. Though regular meetings start at 7 p.m., at 6:30 there will be short tours of the buildings and new pro­ grams, said Superintendent Clark Volz. School board meetings will resume in the new addditon behind the adminis­ tration building in January. "It's a board ambition to include the community as much as possible at board meetings," said Volz. "They also want the opportunity for the community and themselves to tour the facil­ ities and become aquainted with the upgrades, additions and new programs. "It is one more step to uniting the community of Maple Valley and support­ ing the schools," he said. "We have benefited from that support and we want to nurture it." Volz said probably 98% of the construction is com­ plete. "We are finishing work on the lawns, putting in a new playground at Fuller and doing punch list items," he said, noting that the new gym at the high school and entrance way were pretty much complete. Volz said he and the board encourages all inter- ested parents and others to come out before the meet­ ings to tour the different buildings. Vermontville discusses syrup festival by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Gene Fisher appeared be­ fore the Vermontville Vil­ lage Council last Thursday night to talk about matters related to the Maple Syrup Festival. The council did not have a quorum (a majority pre­ sent to make decisions) at the meeting, so though there was talk, no decisions were made. Fisher, who coordinates Vermontville's annual spring bash, told the council that a temporary deck was going to be built in front of the new stage downtown to support Fred McCauley as he paints a mural across the stage. Fisher said the mural would See syrup festival, pg. 2 Students return to improved refurbished school buildings It's the second day of school and the students are already busy! Laurie Pettengill's sixth grade students work at cutting and pasting numbers in a math assignment. Riding the bus is a new experience for some new students at Fuller Elementary. These Maplewood students look happy to be back in school after a long summer (or maybe they are just happy its recess time.) by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter School was back in ses­ sion last week Monday. Students enjoyed many improvements to the build­ ings and classrooms during their first few days. There were brand new backpacks and tentative faces at Fuller Elementary, where many children entered the rite of passage of their first ever day of school. A welcome back newslet­ ter that went out to area res­ idents last week had some errors in the school calen­ dar. The correct dates are as follows: Parent-teacher confer­ ences: Wednesday, Nov. 10,1999. No school in p.m.: Thursday, Nov. 11, 1999. No school: Friday, Nov. 12, 1999. Thanksgiving recess: Thursday, and Friday, Nov. 25-26, 1999. Christmas recess begins end of the school day Wednesday, Dec. 22, 1999. School resumes after Christmas recess: Monday, Jan. 3, 2000. Spring recess begins end of school day: Friday, March 31, 2000. School resumes after spring recess: Monday, April 10, 2000. Good Friday (no school): Friday, April 21, 2000. Teacher in-service day: Friday, April 28, 2000. Memorial Day (no school): Monday, May 29. 2000. Commencement: Sunday, June 4, 2000. Last day of school (school in a.m. only): Tuesday, June 6, 2000. In This Issue • ‘The Nerd’ to be performed at Opera House Sept. 12-19 • Kellogg Elementary taking on 3 new programs • Maple Valley equestrian team ready to start season �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. September 7,1999 - Page 2 On the shelf at the Sunfield District Library Mychell Gibbs’ guess of 213 was closest and she won the Backyard Safari gummy worm guessing jar, which held 222 worms this year. Every summer reader received a distinctive orange Sunfield District Library Tshirt, safari hat, bug magni­ fier, and a special prize dur­ ing this year’s program. Patrons are really enjoying Sandy Wells’ newest bulletin board, featuring colorful har­ vest scenes. More than 200 videos are back at the library after a brief period of unavailabili­ ty. As before, there is some­ thing for everyone, includ­ ing family-oriented and Hallmark, kids and Disney, popular dramas, comedies, hunting and fishing instructionals, and classic black and white features. And now, every rental is just 50 cents each, regardless of the title. r There will be a free car wash for all senior ’ citizens and grandparents in honor of Grandparent’s Day at the Nashville Fire Barri Saturday, Sept. 11,1999 from 9 - noon^ Sponsored by Care Cells from Grace Community Church Seventeen, Redbook, Pack-O-Fun, and Readers Digest, a donation, are new magazines. Pack-o-Fun fea­ tures clever and inexpensive craft ideas for kids and is the source for many local 4-H and library craft projects. The magazine also regularly publishes ideas for Sunday School teachers. New books on our shelves, by category, are: Adult fiction: The Drowning People is a new release by an author who is considered a phenomenon in the publishing world. The author, Richard Mason, began writing this.'novel when he was only 18 years old and critics consider the book an extraordinary first work for anyone, let alone a teenager. He is currently working on his second novel as he attends college in England. 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Christian Fiction: Flee the Darkness, is co-written by Grant R. Jeffery and Angela Hunt. More Heartsong Christian Ro­ mance paperbacks have been donated. Adult non-fiction: Blind Man’s Bluff: The Untold Story of American Submarine Espionage, by Sherry Sontage and Christopher Drew, recalls some secret and amazing interchanges between U.S. and Soviet subs during the Cold War era. Ophelia Speaks, by Sara Shandler, is a teenager’s response to a bestseller entitled Reviving Ophelia, which dealt with some of the growing pains today’s adolescent girls face; The Backyard Orchardist, by Stella Otto, is a complete guide to growing fruit tees in the back yard. Juniors: Forgive the River, Foigive the Sky, by Michigan author Gloria Whelan, uses Northern Michigan’s AuSable river country as the setting for an enchanting junior tale about a 12-year-old named Lily Star. Lily has a unique per- sonality and way of dealing with the changes she and her mother must make after the death of Lily’s beloved “Papa.” Indian Captive: The Story of Mary Jemison, is a new junior Newbery Award title by Lois Lenski; Bob and Larry’s ABC’s is an easy reading Veggiecational” book about the alphabet. Donated junior titles are the Mystery at Wolf River, by Mary Francis Shura, Second Fiddle, by Ronald Kidd, Steal Away... to Freedom, by Jennifer Armstrong, Felita, by Nicholasa Mohr, ... And Now Miguel, a Newbery winner, by Joseph Krumgold. The Witch of Blackbird Pond, a Newbery winner, by Elizabeth George Speare, and Unforgettable, by Caroline B. Cooney, are donated fiction for young adult readers. Syrup festival, from front p be a scenery painting. He also told the board of early tentative plans for the 60th syrup festival. He said the Maple Syrup Associa­ tion is looking into the idea of a luncheon for all past festival honorees, chairper­ sons, honored citizens, and queens and court. Village President Sue Villianueva said that sounded like a good idea. He also proposed to the council the idea of an ordi­ nance that would have food and craft booths going to the council and the Maple Syrup Association for per­ mission to vend at the fes­ tival. In other business at the meeting, the council: • Heard from financial auditor Jack Walker, who told the village the audit was complete and that he would give a full review at next months meeting. • Set a special meeting for Sept. 16 at 7:30 p.m. to make decisions concerning matters brought up at the meeting. • Talked about how Lin­ den Street is still not com­ plete and that two lights needed to be installed on the street. • Discussed requirements needed by insurers and en­ gineers to finish the Lions Club basketball court off 3rd street. 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Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m: Adult Class 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship ..................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship ................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service ........... 9:30 a m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School.......................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................. 11 P.M. Service................................... 7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ............ -11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m: A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday Schoo W.orship.......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer 9 a m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m: '(616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 7, 1999 - Page 3 ‘The Nerd’ to be performed at Opera House Sept. 12-19 Hick “the nerd" Steadman makes a surprise appearance at his friends 34th birthday party. 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Measmdbybyvolume, volume,ndndweight) weight) J1 per capon/imtedsiflies Coupon expos 9-30-99 • (MV) | Hit our web site at www.gqti.com The Nerd is coming the Vermontville Opera House. Larry Shue's play, "The Nerd," that is. "This is an outstanding comedy," said Director Doug Armstead. It is geared toward adults... it is not a children's show. It's a classic Larry Shue play — people familiar with his work will recognize it quickly." Armstead noted that he first show the Revue performed was "The Foreigner," also written by Shue. The play centers around an aspiring architect in Indiana, Willum Cubbert, who has often told friends about the debt he owes Rick Steadman, a fellow G.I., whom he has never met, but who saved his life after he was seriously wounded in Vietnam. Cubbert had written to Steadman to say as long as he is alive "you will always have someone on earth who will do anything for you." On the night of Cubbert's 34th birthday party, Steadman shows up //all is Qiana's Place The Place to Gofor Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road Owner ~ 852-9481 unexpectedly and Cubbert is delighted. His delight soon fades as it is apparent Steadman is a hopeless nerd. Steadman stays on and on for one uproarious incident after another until Cubbert feels he is going crazy. The play ends with a surprising twist, said Armstead. Cast includes Mark Jarvie as Willum Cubbert, Pat Hansen as Tansy McGinnis, Jon Cattron as Axel Hammond, Doug Acker as Warnock Waldgrave, Andrea Jarvie as Thor Waldgrave, and Herb Kirchhoff as Rick Steadman. "The cast we have is outstanding, it's really going to be a spectacular show," said Armstead. Show times are set for Sept. 9, 10 and 11 at 7 p.m. and Sept. 12 at 2 p.m. Advance tickets are available by calling 367­ 4455, and at the door. Looking fora Wanted CRAFTERS NEEDED for Caledonia Band, 2000craft show on November 20th. Call Barb at 616-891-9587. For Sale Call Barry County’s LAMINATE FLOORING AT $1.99 SQ.FT., 15 year warranty, several colors, cash and carry, 100 sq.ft, minimum purchase. Bargain shopper prices on carpet too! Call Westen’s Carpet, 210 E. Main, Middleville, 616-795­ 3000. Open Tuesday through Friday, 10am-6pm, Saturday, 10am-3pm MOST COMPLETE PRINTING COMPANY — We have it ALL! 6 TON WILLMAR FERTIL­ IZER spreaderw/auger, $5,400. Call 517-566-8567. I Mark Jarvie and Pat Hansen as Willum Cubbert and Tansy McGinnis in "The Nerd", a Larry Shue Play. FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH The Ihevuie The Vermontville Theatrical Group presents: J ••||i<‘ Nerd” t>v larry Stiue ...at the Vermontville Opera House Sept. 9, It), 11 w /:(;<) pm Sept. 12 @ 2:00 pm Tickets: Adults *C.CC Sen. Cit. Vi.CC Advance Tickets: 616-367-4455 Tickets may be available at tbe door. (616) PRINT SHOP Full Color * Signs Copying » Laminating Addressing ...and MORE! Complete Binding 945-5078 / fax: (616) 945-5192 Olr vCaailll 9Z1R-QR R/I U A?k for one of our printing specialists �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 7,1999 - Page 4 HSEC wins $5000 housing grant Housing Services for Eaton County (HSEC) has announced the award of a $5,000 grant from the Capital Region Community Foundation to support its Homeless Prevention pro­ gram. HSEC is a non-profit agency that works closely with low to moderate income individuals and fam­ ilies living in Eaton County who are experiencing a housing crisis. The Capital Region Community Foundation funds will pro­ vide additional support to HSEC’s qualifying clients with eviction/foreclosure notices or payment 6f the first month rent in a new location if current housing is not an option due to substan­ dard conditions or monthly payments are not affordable. In 1998, HSEC served 501 new clients who were expe­ riencing some form of a housing emergency. Of the 501 clients, 96 were home­ less, 211 had eviction notices, nine had foreclosure statements, and 185 were either living in substandard housing or were “doubled up” living with other family members or friends. During the course of a year HSEC also fields hun­ dreds of calls from residents inquiring about subsidized housing, landlord and tenant issues, availability of rental units throughout the county and other housing related issues. The Capital Region Community Foundation was established in 1987 and operates as a granting orga­ nization supporting many non-profit agencies in Ingham, Eaton and Clinton counties. The Community Foundation prides itself on being the center for charita­ ble giving, as well as a resource of philanthropic information in the tri-county area. Those experiencing a housing crisis; landlords who would like to learn more about how they and your tenants can work with HSEC; those interested in serving on HSEC’s Board of Directors; or those who would like to volunteer ser­ vices to assist the agency, may contact HSEC at (517) 541-1180, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. HSEC’s office is located at 104 W. Seminary in downtown Charlotte. HSEC is a partner agency of the Eaton County United Way, participant of the Charlotte area “Can Do!,” a member of the Eaton County Housing/Shelter Continuum of Care, the Michigan Coalition Against Homeless­ ness and the Michigan Nonprofit Alliance. The staff of HSEC con­ sists of Jodie Sparks, execu­ tive director, Dale Britton, intake and assessment case manager; Jeff Rietberg, housing search counselor; Jennifer Kempf, program aide; and Carla Horton, bookkeeper. HSEC Board of Director members are Bobbie Lemon, president; Sheri DuBois, vice president; David Bercham, secretary; James Deter, treasurer; and trustees Kathleen Gibson, Janice Land, Lisa Masters, Leon Monroe, Pastor Mark Thompson and Jean Weirich. HSEC is a non-profit agency whose mission is,"... to assist the people of Eaton County with low or moder­ ate incomes, to obtain safe and affordable housing. HSEC shall also provide an environment that encourages and supports the attainment of economic self-sufficien­ cy.” Nashville Assembly revival is Sept. 12-17 Muto Rates Reduced Lynn Denton 4695 Middleville Rd., M-37 Middleville 1-800-443-5253 We’ve reduced our auto insurance rates across Michigan! Lower rates combined with our safe driver discounts mean big savings for you. Ask about our Multi­ policy Discount, too. It pays to join the Farm Bureau Family. Call today. MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE AJBHBI F4JTN BUREAU INSURANCE MU’UAl >?*AN tunc Ml tiff IAWISAIT! www.farmbureauinsurance-mi.com Engagements Gusey-Smith Dave and Kathy Gusey of Vermontville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Tracy Leigh to Andrew Jay, son of Gary and Terry Smith of Lake Odessa. The bride-elect is a gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School and is employed at Viking Corp in Hastings. The prospective bride­ groom is a graduate of Lake­ wood High School and is employed at Gavin Chevrolet of Middleville. The couple will be mar- ried June 10, 2000 at Pleasant Valley United Brethren Church. Vermontville Woman’s Club to meet Sept. 13 The GWFC-Vermontville Woman’s club begins its 1999-2000 club year on Monday, Sept. 13, with the annual banquet honoring new members and past pres­ idents. Active for over 50 years in the Vermontville communi­ ty, the Woman’s Club has made many contributions over the years. These include planting trees in the down­ town, funding scholarships, hosting the arts and crafts show at the Maple Syrup Festival, hosting the Senior Girls’ Tea, and organizing the Christmas Baskets pro­ ject. This year’s officers are: JoeAnn Nehmer, president; Linda Ramey, vice presi­ dent; Madeline Forest, secre- tary; and Eunice Borrelli, treasurer. All women of the commu­ nity are welcome to join the organization. Monthly meet­ ings are held the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. The meeting includes a program, as well as business meeting. The program for the Sept. 13 meeting will be presented by an Eaton County deputy on women’s safety. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Methodist Church, fol­ lowed by the program. Please contact one of the officers for further informa­ tion. LIONS DEN Before and After School Program ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Contact: Maple Valley Adult and Community Education 324 Queen St. • Nashville 1-616-852-9794 Joe and Ada Combs Evangelists Joe and Ada Combs will be at the Nashville Assembly of God Sunday, Sept. 12, at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Monday through Friday Sept. 13-17 p.m. for a special time of revival services. The Combses’ ministry has been one of pastoral, Chris and Brenda invite you to try our... Friday Special: ALL YOU CAN EAT CHICKEN - FISH evangelist and missionary work in many states and in nine countries. They have seen the power and effects of the gospel in the rich, the poor, in kings, in paupers, in educated, and in illiterate in locations that vary from major American cities to Haitian, Taiwanese and African villages. They sing old songs that many young people have never heard and that the elderly have forgotten. Joe Combs is known as “the oldfashioned country preacher.” Pastor Glenn Branham invites everyone to attend this revival. The church is located 735 Reed St., Nashville. For more infor­ mation, call 852-9819. STANTON'S MPauciioncegs & geniioss^R- 144 SOUTH MAIN STREET VERMONTVILLE. MICHIGAN 49096 ESTATE AUCTION of Real Estate & Personal Property LOCATED at 314 N. Main, Vermontville, Ml on: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 Auction Begins ,at 10 am • Real Estate Sells at, 12:30 pm - NEW HOURS ~ CLOSED Monday OPEN: Tuesday thru Thursday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; ______________Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m._____ the Sugar Hut & 174 S. Main Street - Vermontville • Phone 726-1518 FORECLOSED HOMES Low or $0 Down! Gov’t & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Local Listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5224 Selling this very nice, two bedroom home located on an excellent lot with at­ tached garage plus a detached garage AND a large lot located just south of the home which will make an excellent building site with city water and sewer available. The parcels will be offered separately and as a whole. OPEN HOUSES: Wed., Sept. 8,4:00-5:30 & Sun., Sept. 12,1:00-2:30. Call for a flyer with additional information & a list of the personal property to be sold lavaNCE ADLRICH Estate J ALSO LICENSED IN INDIANA & OHIO (517) 726-0181 e’mail stantons@voyajer.net www.stantons-auctions.com paX; (517) 726-0060 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. September 7, 1999 - Page 5 Howard S. Burchett DOWLING Mr. Howard S. Burchett, age 93, of Dowling, passed away Thursday, September 2, 1999 at Thom apple Manor, Hastings. He was bom June 16, 1906 in Doster, Michigan, the son of James & Etha Burchett. He married Lydia Guy on July 31, 1927 in Nashville. Mr. Burchett farmed in the Nashville & Dowling areas most of his life and worked at Post Cereal Company in Battle Creek for 20 years. He attended Nashville Baptist Church, was a member of the Barry County Farm Bureau, and Director for Barney Mill School District for several years. He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, and gardening. Mr. Burchett is survived by his wife, Lydia; children, Betty (Malcolm) Young of Augusta, Peggy (Owen) Sult of Dowling, Barbara (L.D.) Becker of Marshall, Jack (Hope) Burchett of Dowling, Jim (Joyce) Burchett of Edmore, and Dick Doris M. Smith (Maryanne) Burchett of Grand Rapids; 21 grandchildren; 41 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild. Funeral Services were held Saturday, September 4, 1999 at the Nashville Baptist Church. Reverend Lester DeGroot officiated. Burial was in Union Cemetery, Dowling. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Deloris Julia Hiatt SUNFIELD - Deloris Julia Hiatt, passed away Tuesday, August 31, 1999, at the age of 65. She was bom April 26, 1934 in Sunfield, the daughter of Devilo C. and Letha Addie (Guy) McDiarmid. Deloris was a life long resident of Sunfield. She married William J. Hiatt Sr. on January 26, 1957, her husband preceded her in death in 1990. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and was a big supporter of Sunfield Sports for youth for many years. Mrs. Hiatt is survived by her four children, Karen (James) Brace, William (Carla) Hiatt Jr., Marie (Joan) Hiatt, and Teresa Stadel; eleven grandchildren, William (Amanda) Hiatt III, Chad (Sarah Brazee) Brace, Sara (Jamie) Haight, Tonya Brace, Maxwell Maxwell Hiatt, Justin Brace, Addie Stadel, Maveric Hiatt, Adam Hiatt, Amber Hiatt, and Winner Williams; two great grandchildren, Taylor Hiatt, and Brandon Haight. Funeral Services were held Saturday, September 4, 1999 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel, Sunfield. Interment was in Sunfield Cemetery. For those wishing, contributions may be made to V.F.W., Cancer, Diabetes or the S.P.Y.’s. SUNFIELD Mrs. Doris M. Smith, passed away Friday, September 3, 1999 at her residence in Sebewa Township, Sunfield, Michigan, at the age of 73. She was bom January 1, 1926 in L’Anse, Michigan, the daughter of William James and Emily (Chosa) Hocking. Doris was preceded in death by her mother and father; and three brothers. Doris is survived by her husband of 46 years, Kenneth L. Smith; son, Curtis A. Smith both of Sunfield; brothers & sisters-in-law, Carlton & Ethylene Smith of Park Lake, Beverly & Clayton Townsend of Bath, Calvin & Alice Smith of Farbom, Ohio, Della & Mike Kulack of Cedar Springs, Donna & Douglas Green of Chase, Thomas & Dorrine Smith of Clarksville, Mary & Ray Dykhouse of Lake Odessa, Ellane Smith of Lake Odessa; special friends, John & Bertha Smith of Sunfield, Max & Joanne Fish of Eagle; many nieces & nephews. A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 9, 1999 at the Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Woodland. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the Sebewa Center United Methodist Church in memory of Doris M. Smith, c/o Rosier Funeral Home, P.O. Box 36 Sunfield, Michigan 48890. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Edward S. Crame, Sr NASHVILLE Mr. Edward S. Crame, Sr., age 60, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, August 26, 1999 in Jackson, the result of an automobile accident He was bom June 14, 1939 in East St. Louis, Illinois, the son of Ferdinand and Bertha Crame. Mr. Crame was a member of the Looking Glass River Hunting Club and the Central Michigan Beagle Club. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Mr. Crame is survived by his long time companion and lifetime partner, Deb Fischer of Nashville; children, Edward (Tina) Crame, Jr. of Madison Heights, Marie Crame of Clinton Township, Kimberly Crame Clinton of Township, Thomas & Jeremiah Griffin of Nashville; seven grandchildren; brothers, Bud Crame of Illinois, Joe Crame of Arizona, and Charlie Crame of Texas; and his ex-wife, Carol Crame of Clinton Township. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Beverly; and Brother, Alfred. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Services for Mr. Crame were held on Monday, August 30, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Chaplain Richard Genther officiated. Memorials may be made to the family. Steve Matthew (Zuki) Martin CLEARWATER BEACH, FLORIDA Steven Matthew (Zuki) Martin, age 28, of Clearwater Beach, Florida, was reported missing May 12, 1999, 1999, presumed drowned. He was recovered August 18, 1999. Steven was a graduate of East Lansing High School in 1989 and was employed at Club Liquid Blue in Clearwater, Florida. Steven is survived by his parents, Lucinda and Richard Martin of Mears; sisters, Amy Martin of Holt and Susan Martin (Dennis Dripps) of Barker, New York; two nieces, Chelsie and Brittani of Holt; fiancee, Kari Kryzwosinski of Saginaw; and best friends, Dan Phillips of Michigan and Kevin Knox of Florida; as well as cousins, aunts, uncles and family friends. A Memorial Service will be held at the Nashville United Methodist- Church in Nashville, Michigan on Saturday, September 11, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. Memorials may be made in care of the family, to benefit the homeless, in accordance with Steve’s wishes. \* * Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Road Vermontville, MI 49096 1999 - 2000 ! Maple Valley Adult Education High School Completion, Adult Basic Education, GED Preparation & Vocational Classes is Claude.Hine, Groomer Coffman. Mrs. Hanchett is survived by her daughter, Darlene Hughes of Nashville; granddaughters, Kathi (Bob) Schroder of Bellevue, and Kaye (Ed) Herrera of San Bemadino, California; great grandsons, Wyatt and Tanner Schroder; sisters, Helen Elegert of Detroit, Audrey Anthony of Hickoiy Comers; brothers, Donald Coffman of Battle Creek, Harold Coffman of Sherwood, Howard Coffman of Battle Creek, & Tom Coffman of Baldwin; many nieces & nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday, September 7, 1999 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Graveside Services will be held on Wednesday, September 8, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ellis Cemetery in Lacey. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. I Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. All others may take a class for $75.00 for 8 weeks. iI in Hastings, and he preceded her in death on April 8, 1997. The couple farmed in Nashville from 1944 until their retirement. She was a member of the Evans School Birthday Club, the Mayo School Board and was an Election Official at the school. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, crocheting, sewing, fishing, farming with her husband, and was a 4-H Leader. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Ruth Elyea, Lena Novatony; brothers, Al Trim, & Mike The Dog House I Adult Evening Classes - Monday Through Thursday Kellogg Building ffi 324 Queen St., Nashville, MI 6:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. I Evening Classes Begin September 13,1999 i Nina Mae Hanchett--NASHVILLE Mrs. Nina Mae Hanchett, age 89, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, September 2, 1999 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. She was bom August 8, 1910 in Coldwater, the daughter of Glen & Hazel (Quance) Coffman. She attended country schools in the area, and graduated from Lansing Business School. She was a Secretary in the Capitol Building and at the Paper Mill in Kalamazoo. She married Ralph Hanchett on June 17, 1934 0 0 I i 1 MONDAY TUESDAY Computer Science - D. Anderson • Excel • Word • Access • Power Point Civics/Wbrld History - C. Parkinson Independent Study English - C. Parkinson WEDNESDAY THURSDAY U.S. History - D. Hustwick Independent Study - D. Hustwick World Geography - D. Hustwick Science - T. Mix Math - T. Mix Independent Study - T. Mix i Adult Daytime Classes Begin September 13,1999 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 324 Queen St., Nashville MI I I Math Civics Physical World History U.S. History Education/Health World Geography English Computer Science Consumer Education Science Enroll Today! I 0 a Maple Valley Community Education Office Hours are: 7:30am - 10pm Mon. thru Thurs.; Fri. 7:30am - 4pm Call 852-9794 or 852-2145 to enroll a 0 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 7, 1999 - Page 6 Kellogg Elementary School taking on 3 new programs New Alternative Education teachers Rose Hahn, and Bryan Carpenter (who is a ’93 Maple Valley graduate). by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Kellogg Elementary School is bustling with activity in preparation for three new programs that tentatively will start next Monday, Sept. 13. The programs are Early Fours, Lion's Den and the Kellogg Child Care program. New staff has been hired for these programs and they have been busily preparing the classrooms, said Adult and Community Education Director Linda Miller. "We feel comfortable that the programs will be able to start on the 13th," said Miller. "Applications are Flu Shoes September 21 • 7-8:30 pm at Vermontville Maplewood School in Vermontville Sponsored by The Vermontville Lions Club Blood sugar, blood pressure and oxygen saturation checks will also be offered by the Vermontville Women’s Club. Medicare patients need to bring Medicare cards so shots may be billed to insurance. ~ Donations Accepted ~ BoiwPrcyeicts? guardian Tonya Sandborn, September 13. Fiberglass Celotex Insulation h..Come oommee.to A.quality. .qndersye.n. Plywood Pine Molding USG Drywall Armstrong Ceiling Tile Hand & Power Tools ans oos Dry Mix Crete & Supply Wolverine Technologies Time for New Siding? Marq ue-Line I I DOOR SYSTEMS Pre-Hung The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. ’’Innovation is our most valuable asset" HOMETOWN J LUMBER YARD 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 The newly hired staff has been working on decorating the classrooms for the new programs at Kellogg, with the help of a few "little ones". The children are (from left) Jeremy Fisher, Lauren Pena, and Antonio Pena. New staff includes (front row from left) a.m. program director Janel Pena, and p.m. program director Keri Witker. Back row (from left) p.m. aide Evelyn Fisher, a.m. aide Jenny Cusack, Linda Miller, and Early 4’s teacher Robin Boyd. new Adult Education teacher.Adult Education starts still available here (at Kellogg) or at the administration office. Miller said the programs, especially the child care, need supplies. They are seeking new or used infant to school age things such as indoor/outdoor toys, cribs, high chairs, changing tables, bibs, strollers, little tyke furniture, etc. Miller praised the new staff. "We have worked all summer on rooms and staffing," she said. "The staff is very creative, compassionate, talented and well educated. We are very lucky to have found this staff." Janel Pena, a.m. program director said, "We are really excited to get started." The Early Fours is a school readiness program, said Miller. It will be designed to meet the developmental needs of young children. Robin Boyd will be the teacher. The program will service 36 children and be housed in one of the portables outside of Kellogg Elementary. Identification and selection of children for the program will be based on two or more factors that place children "at risk" of wmuumwMuvw becoming educationally disadvantaged and who need special assistance, as approved by the Michigan State Board of Education, said Miller. Boyd has a piano that she will play for the children in the Early Fours room. "Music is a very important part of childhood development," said Boyd. The grant for the program, totaling $111,600, was written by Miller and Continued next page 219 North Main St. • Nashville 852-0845 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Sa1 PHOTO SME 3" Double Prints 12 exp s2.29 24 exp.......... ‘4.29 36 exp $6.29 Offer applies only to develop & print orders for 35mm C-41 process color print film. Not valid on Advance Photo System or Premium Processing. Offer Good September 7-11,1999. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 7,1999 - Page 7 Keri Witker (left) and Janel Pena put up a colorful bulletin board in the toddler's room at Kellogg. Principal/Teacher Tate Mix. He noted that the Second Chance program students have taken up residence in the church across the street, where the alternative education students used to be. The Second Chance program is a cooperative effort with Maple Valley Schools, Barry, Eaton Probate Court and Caring Management Inc. to provide non-violent offenders ages 16 to 19 with an alternative to incarceration. From previous page Bev Black, special education supervisor. Miller said that there will be two sessions offered, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. The program will meet four days a week, plus one day for parental involvement, staff planning or training and development. Transportation will coincide with PPI classes. The Lion's Den is a comprehensive before and after school cultural and educational enrichment program for a minimum of 25 school age children. The program will be housed in Kellogg, and will operate regular school hours, half days, and during the summer for grades K-6. "The Lion's Den will provide a variety of educational, and cultural experiences for the children, as well as the fun stuff," said Miller. The cost will be $5 for the a.m. session, and $5 for the p.m. Hours will be 6 to 8 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. The Kellogg Child Care Program idea came about when several alternative and adult education students were unable to attend school because of lack of child care, said Miller. In the past, alternative education Jeremy Fisher (left) and Antonio Pena have fun "driving " this converted bath tub made by Keri Whitker and her father Kenneth Whitker for the toddler room. students brought their children to class with them, she said. "This will be a licensed day care center housed in two portables outside the Kellogg Elementary School building," said Miller. "It will provide a safe, secure environment for children ages infant through school age. We hope this program will pay for itself." Miller said the goal is to service 25 children with 12 reserve slots for students. It's important for the community to know that Kellogg will be a very busy PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold five Public Hearings on Thursday, September 9, 1999 starting at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Purpose - to hear public comments on the following ordinances: 1st hearing - an ordinance to provide that Village elections shall be nonpartisan. 2nd hearing - an ordinance for establishing the position of Village Treasurer as an ap­ pointed position. 3rd hearing - an ordinance for establishing the position of Village Clerk as an appointed position. 4th hearing - Snow Removal Ordinance. 5th hearing - Public Streets and Right of Way Ordinance. Any comments in writing can be delivered to the Village Office on or before the date of the hearings. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk Teacher Robin Boyd hopes to bring music to her class of Early 4 students by playing on the piano. place this year. We anticipate 200 to 300 students will be in the building every day. These students include the alternative education kids who started the school year last week at Kellogg. Students unanimously said they liked the "new" new building because it is roomier, and they can use the gym. Students Jeremy Mix and Cory Merica had fun shooting hoops in the gym during a break from class last week. It's awesome here," said Mix. "There is a lot more room to do stuff, and a lot more opportunity here." The alternative education program has hired two new teachers and there is excitement about the upcoming school year, said 1994 F-250 XLT 4X4, only 44,000 miles, loaded, with Top­ per, $16,000, call evenings after 8pm, 517-726-0543 FOR SALE: 1991 AEROSTAR, 118,000 miles, new brakes & tires, $2,300 obo, 517-852-2012. 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $ 15,500OBO. 948­ 0502 Lawn & Garden WATER GARDENING Wa­ ter Lilies and Lotus, Aquatic plants, Goldfish and Koi, liners, pumps, filters. Apol * s Landscap­ ing Co. 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia. 616-698-1030 SUMMER TAXES Last Day to Pay without penalty is... Wednesday, September 15 Kay Marsh, Treasurer 188 E. Main P.O. Box 142 Vermontville, Ml 49096 MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517)852-1915 MLS Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HIY1S* WAAAAMTf EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI........................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)............................................................................. 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)................................................................................. 852-5066 NASHVILLE POSSIBLE 2 UNIT Large 5 bedroom house, 2 baths, formal dining room, open stair­ way, sheltered front porch. Could be 2 family home. (N-67) NEAR HASTINGS IN COUNTRY ON 2 ACRES For Sale Auto VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE 2 bedroom earthen sheltered home with open living area. Comer lot. Call Nyle for details. (CH-63) "TURN OF CENTURY VICTORIAN” Large home with apartment or could be used as 3 apartments. Porches, bay windows & cupula are Just some of the character this home enjoys. Call Nyle. (V-71) NASHVILLE - GREAT INCOME INVESTMENT Live in one unit & rent the other 2 story, 4 bedroom home, 2 baths, lots of space in this well kept 2 unit rental, on a nice shady corner lot near elementary school. Call Jerry for more details. (N-69) FULLER HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION Nashville. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, attached 2 car garage, ranch home built in 1997. Full base­ FULLER HEIGHTS - NASHVILLE ment. complete appliances exceptional quad level home on included, pole bam & storage This the end of a cul-de-sac is in a seclud­ shed. All on a large loti (N-66) ed setting, quiet neighborhood. Home has 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 1st floor laundry, family room with fireplace & a rec room. Inground pool & screened sun room are some of the many “extras". This is a property that must access to 1-69 expressway inter­ be seen to appreciate!! change. Surveyed, perked & has Cah Jerry (N-72) VACANT LAND2 ACRES ON THE EDGE OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE - Tree lined along the front. Surveyed & perk tested. Contact Nyle. (VL-73) ON WEST MAIN IN VER­ MONTVILLE - Comer lot with public utilities available, electric power pole on property. Call Nyle (VL-68) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE for walk­ out basement. Blacktop road NE of Vermontville. Good access to Lansing. Some newly planted trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed, perked & has driveway (VL-64) permit. Call Nyle. 3 ACRES LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS BUILDING SITE Rolling, surveyed, perked, near I­ 96 Clarksville exchange. Close to good fishing & golf courses. Call Homer. (VL-62) PRICE REDUCED! 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-49) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas available located at the end of private road deed restrictions. Call Nyle (VL-39) 3.3 ACRES Country lot big enough for a horse, surveyed on private road. (VL-42) 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site COUNTRY HOME ON 3 ACRES - SOME TREES 2 story “Cape Cod" home. (Approx. 2500 sq. ft.) with 4 bed­ rooms & 3 baths. Walkout base­ 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel ment will be finished with extra is ideal for your new home, land kitchenette. Second floor not fin­ contract terms. Call Nyle to dis­ ished. Front porch & back deck, car attached garage. cuss the details. (VL-30) 2 Appliances included. Call Homer for more info. (CH-70) priced to buy atjust $16,900. Call Nyle today, 726-1234. (VL-43) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 7,1999 - Page 8 Barry County Extension Office Commission on Aging menu, events set Wednesday, Sept 8 Tuna salad on a bakery bun, potato salad, peaches. Thursday, Sept 9 Homemade ham spread on a bakery bun, baked beans salad, fruited jello. Friday, Sept 10 Chicken salad on a bakery bun, carrot and raisin salad, pears. Monday, Sept 13 Assortment of cube cheese with cracker, com salad, pineapple. Tuesday, Sept. 14 Hard boiled egg, saltine cracker, kidney bean salad, plums. Hearty Meals Wednesday, Sept. 8 Turkey/cheese on a bun, coleslaw, three bean salad, banana. Thursday, Sept 9 Chicken Santa Fee over rice, winter blend vegetable, stewed tomatoes, cookies. Friday, Sept 10 Beef burgundy over a bed of noodle, mixed vegetable, peas, pineapple. Monday, Sept. 13 Baked pork roast, mashed potatoes/gravy, Oriental veg­ etable, dinner roll, apple­ sauce. Tuesday, Sept. 14 Hot beef sandwich, mashed potatoes, Brussels sprouts, cake. Events Wednesday, Sept. 8 Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, blood pressure day; Delton, trivia. Thursday, Sept. 9 CHARGE NURSE We are currently accepting applications for Charge Nurses. Shifts available are 12 hours and 8 hours. We offer wages based on experience, along with excellent benefits, includ­ ing health and/or dental insurance. Commitment to our res­ idents is a must, and experience with LTC is a plus!. Turn in your completed application along with resume to the attention of Jackie Sparks, RN, Director of Nursing, or call her for further information at 616-945-2407 ext. 444. ‘Qwrnapple 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE CENA’s We are currently hiring Michigan Competency Evaluated Nursing Assistants for all shifts. We also have weekend only positions available. We offer wages based on experi­ ence, along with excellent benefits, including health and/or dental insurance. You must be CENA qualified, motivated and dedicated to providing the highest quality of care for our residents. If interested, come to Thomapple Manor to fill out an ap­ plication and bring your Nurse Aide Registry Document with you. r iffibrnapple 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE Hastings, line dancing, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, social day. Friday, Sept. 10 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, trivia. Monday, Sept. 13 School lunch menu Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Sept. 8 Nachos, green beans, applesauce, cookie, 1/2 pint milk. Thursday, Sept. 9 Fuller-Dominos. Pepper­ oni pizza, whole kernel com, peaches, apple brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept. 10 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, bread stick, fresh fruit, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Sept. 13 Salad bar, cracker packs, fruit cocktail, vanilla pud­ ding, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Sept. 14 Turkey slice, roll and hon­ ey, mashed potatoes, blue­ berry crisp, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first of the school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 8 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, green beans, applesauce, juice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 9 Choose One ravioli, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel corn, peaches, juice, milk. Friday, Sept. 10 Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Monday, Sept. 13 Pizza sticks, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. YOU ARE INVITED... Fillmore Equipment Lawn & Grounds Care EQUIPMENT CLINIC of Hastings, Inc. Join us anti your neighbors for a great evening together! www.deere.com Equipment, Inc. THE FAMILY OF OTTO L. DAHM of Nashville would like to thank relatives, friends, and neighbors for their acts of kind­ ness shown after he passed away Aug. 23rd, 1999. Also thanks to Maple Valley Chapel-Nashville, Rev. James Hynes, United Methodist Church ladies for the nice lunch after the service, also Carl’s Super Market for do­ nations to the church. Your acts of kindness we will always remember. Robert & Betty Dahm, Bonnie & Gene Wyant, Sharon Brady, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Business Services WORK FROM HOME: Growing company needs help. Earn between $500-$1,200parttime/full-time. Fun, easy, will train. Call for free 14 page book­ let. 616-248-7779. www.cash911.com/byrbest ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS, windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 NEED BUSINESS CARDS, envelopes, brochures or more, call J-Ad Graphics at 616-945­ 9554 Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. _______Hastings, Ml Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat.7 to 2 945-9526 orientation, marital status or family status. Sept. 8 Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Sept. 10-11 Middleville Heritage Days. Sept. 11 CMO Clinic & Trail Ride Yankee Springs, 1U Sept. 13 a.m. Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m. Expo Sept. 13 Building. Rendezvous Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. Expo Sept. 15 Building. 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Extension Of­ Sept. Sept. Sept. Sept. 15 16 fice. 4-H Award forms due. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building. 18-19 4-H’ers Rendezvous. 20 Companion Animal Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Sept. 25 Office. Fall Horticulture Workshop, 9:30 a.m., Plant & Sept. 26 Sept. 27 Soil Bldg., MSU. Open Speed Show, 10 a.m., Expo Center. Goat Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Expo Sept. 27 Sept. 27 Building. Poultry Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Expo Building. 4-H Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Ag room Hastings High School. Call 945-9554 to place your ACTION-ad! HELP US HELP OTHERS Attend our nursing assistant class in air condition­ ing and secure your health care career for the future. The residents here always appreciate new faces and friendships, as well as caring, gentle hands and hearts. The next class will be held September 15th through the 30th. Starting wage is $8.11 per hour with excellent benefits available. Class is not held on the weekends. Apply for this opportunity in person before September 9th, 1999. Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Road Hastings, MI 49058 EOE Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604, REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. 1999 CLEARANCE SALE: Have 2 models left. Must sell by 9-1-99. Call Better Choice Homes at (877) 665-7324, This will give you the opportunity to learn many useful tips about your John Deere lawn tractor. We will be covering the following topics: Safety, operation of unit, cutting quality, maintenance and storage, and attachments that may be available for your lawn tractor. You will have the opportunity to discuss your specific piece of equipment with one of our John Deere lawn equipment professionprofession­ als. Please call ahead and reserve your spot for this important clinic. Refreshments will be served. Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual Card Of Thanks FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. 2900 M-43 Hwy., Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945-9526 JOHN DEERE Tuesday, Sept. 14 Choose One - Turkey slice, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, mashed potatoes w/gravy, peaches, juice, milk. ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. Join us on Thursday evening, September 16 starting at 7:00 PM ESI Fillmore Hastings, line dancing 9:30­ 11:00, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Sept. 14 Hastings, Alz. meeting 1-3, kinship care, 7:00; puzzle day. CALENDER OF EVENTS WHY RENT WHEN YOU CAN OWN? 3 bedroom, 2 bath, immediate occupancy. Call Bet­ ter Choice Homes at (877) 665­ 7324._____________________ HUD APPROVED: 3 bed, 2 bath, stove, refrigerator, & dish­ washer. Down payment as low as $500. No payments for 60 days. Call Better Choice Homes, (877)-665-7324. ___________ SEPTEMBER 15 OCCU­ PANCY: 3 bed, 2 bath. Will move if necessary, must sell by Sept. 10th. Call (877)-665-7324. CENA’s - $1150/hr. We are currently hiring Michigan Competency Evaluated Nursing Assistants at the above specified rate. Join our in­ house pool and pick the days to fit your schedule. You must be CENA qualified, motivated and dedicated to providing the highest quality of care for our residents. If interested, come to Thomapple Manor to fill out an ap­ plication and bring your Nurse Aide Registry Document with you. cffiornapple 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE OT/PT/SLP - Come Join Our New In-House Therapy Program! Thomapple Manor is accepting applications for full-time OTR & PT, as well as part-time SLP (with potential to expand hours) for our new in-house Rehab department. Work in a team oriented environment with the opportunity to grow professionally, develop programs and provide quality therapy services to our residents. Qualified candidates will be motivated, have long term care experience and a cur­ rent MI license. Thomapple Manor offers excellent com­ pensation including a benefits package, paid professional dues and continued education. Interested candidates,please submit your resume in confidence to: Administrator, 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 Fax: 616-945-5380. EOE. �The Macle Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, September 7,1999 - Page 9 Here’s A Breath Of k. Vc* Compiled by Steve Horton Folk History. A sampling of news, views and humor from earlier times. A sA X Xu rs s? Setting records for unusu­ al feats, or merely being willing to perform them, can get you on television nowa­ days. Whether a record by a Dayton Ohio butcher would Dayton, have landed him a spot on prime time is uncertain. Even by today’s standards it might have been a little gross to watch. But in 1899 the fellow claimed to be the “champion beef killer of Ohio”, noting that he killed and skinned a beef cow in five minutes and four seconds at the butchers’ picnic. This, it was further report­ ed, “is the fastest time on record in the state, and breaks the record of five minutes and thirty-five sec- onds made in Cincinnati two years ago.” Concerns about loitering which, combined with peer pressure, may lead to mis­ chief or even illegal behavior is not a new worry. This ‘strong’ editorial attests to that, stating: “The worst habit a boy can fall into is that of loafing around on the street at night. It is then they cast their lot in slippery places when at any moment they are likely to fall from grace. “All good and noble lessons taught them by their mothers are counteracted and nullified. They learn nothing that is good - but everything that is bad. “The boys who spend their evenings in the sacred precincts of the home with good books for companions are the future hopes of the republic; they fill our leg- DIETARY ASSISTANT We are currently hiring in our dietary department for a part-time position with various hours. Competitive benefit package available, including medical/dental. Let the residents and staff make you smile each work day! If you are interested in this position, come to Thornapple Manor to fill out an application. islative and congressional halls, and sit in judgement upon men and measures, while boys who run the streets will fill the peniten­ tiaries, almshouses (poor­ houses) and lunatic asylums. “ Parents who are respon­ sible for these broken laws of decency will have broken hearts and bowed down heads in the awakening years that will inevitably follow.” Some wit & wisdom: * What some public speakers need is better ter­ minal facilities. * Some orators are given to natural-gas ascensions. * No man is to be praised for giving away the things he’s unable to use. * The depth of feeling dis­ played by the mosquito touches all of mankind. * No burden is heavy that love gives us to carry. * When a man gets too lazy to work he becomes a lofty idealist. * Paradoxical though it may seem, the word “trust” excites a good deal of suspi­ cion. * It’s an important busi­ ness engagement for a man when an heiress promises to marry him. * It takes some practice to learn how to tell the truth. 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(616) 945-9554 or 945-5078 Fax (616) 945-5192 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 7,1999 - Page 10 Lions impressive on both sides of ball versus Orioles Maple Valley racked up 273 yards of offense and forced Morrice into five turnovers in a 29-6 SMAA varsity football triumph last Friday on the road. The Lions had 239 yards rushing and 34 yards’ passing, leading 14-0 at half. In the first quarter, Jacob Cole scored on a three-yard run and Richard Smith added a two-point conversion to make it 8-0 Maple Valley. In the second quarter, HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 905-9550 to place your classified ad. quarterback Ken Lackscheide hit Adam Watson for a 27yard touchdown pass that put the Lions ahead 14-0 with 23 seconds left in the half. A five-yard run by Cole with 9:09 left in the third quarter and a two-point pass from Lackscheide to Justin VanAlstine made it 22-8. Maple Valley's final score was a two-yard run by Jason Abfalter in the fourth quarter and an extra point kick by Abfalter. On defense, Jeff Rhoades made 13 tackles, Smith 10 tackles, Eric Goris had a fumble recovery, Justin VanAlstine had two fumble recoveries, Cole had an interception and Tim Wawiernia had an interception on his 17th birthday. Morrice had five turnovers, while Maple Valley hadjust one. Valley's defense limited Morrice star running back James Edington to 65 yards on 16 carries. Maple Valley (2-0, 1-0) travel to Olivet for its third consecutive road clash this Friday. You ashed for it... It will soon be here... On Wednesday, September 8th from 9 AM 'til 12:30 PM... The STIHL Equlpment Trailer will be at vern's Repair! Are Expecting Mothers Expecting Too Much From Their Prenatal Vitamins? New Survey Shows What’s Missing When Physicians And Mothers-to-be Talk Nutrition (NAPS)—According to a new survey, nutrition—more than smoking, alcohol, and exercise—is the number one lifestyle issue women discuss with their physician during their pregnancy. So why does the same survey show preg­ nant women don’t associate calcium—a nutrient vital to bone development—with the health of their growing babies? The answer may be because these women say they aren’t getting calcium advice from their doctors. The “Calcium and Preg­ nancy” survey, conducted by SmithKline Beecham Con­ sumer Healthcare (maker of the calcium supplement, Tums) and Yankelovich Part­ ners, asked 1,000 women with a child under the age of one about what nutritional advice their doctors gave them during pregnancy and tested their “calcium smarts.” Dr. John Repke, Director ofthe Center for Labor and Birth in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Harvard’s Brigham and Women’s Hospital says that many pregnant women know calcium is good for them, but that sometimes there’s a “cal­ cium disconnect” when it comes to their child. “This survey shows that knowledge of calcium bene­ fits during pregnancy isn’t always translating over into action; there’s a disconnect between knowing and doing,” says Dr. Repke. “Women know it’s good for their own teeth and bones, but many don’t realize calcium is abso­ lutely vital for the develop­ ment of their baby’s heart, muscle and bones.” The survey revealed that, overall, women were very familiar with the dietary sources of calcium, and almost all ofthe women sur­ veyed agreed that pregnant women need extra calcium to protect their bones and teeth. But:. • without prompting less THE CALCIUM & PREGNANCY SURVEY Percentage of Women Surveyed than half (41 percent) thought of the health bene­ fits of calcium for their babies. • 58 percent acknowledged they did not get enough cal­ cium in their diet. • only 14 percent said their physicians had recommended calcium supplements. Part of the “calcium dis­ connect” may be that many pregnant women trust that prenatal vitamins give them the extra calcium they need. Dr. Barbara Levine, Director of the Calcium Information Center (CIC) at Cornell New York Hospital says women should check the label first. “Over half (58 percent) of the women in this study thought that their prenatal vitamin would provide them with the calcium they need. But they only contain around 250 mg of calcium, about a fourth ofwhat they need.” Dairy products such as yogurt and skim milk are excellent sources ofcalcium. Ifwomen are lactose intol­ erant, green leafy vegetables and calcium fortified prod­ ucts like orange juice are good sources, too. @ Dr. Repke feels that cal­ cium carbonate is the best calcium supplement for preg­ nant women. “I will often rec­ ommend Tums to my pa­ tients. It’s a calcium-based antacid that not only can help supplement their cal­ cium intake, but it is also very effective on heartburn, which so many pregnant women experience.” For more information on calcium and pregnancy, call the CIC Hotline, 1-800-321­ 2681. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... OF HEALTH Factory reps, will be there to answer any and all questions about any Stihl® products. Treating Chronic Pain — Coffee and Rolls for You ~ 9: 30 AM - Stihl" reps, will put on a CHAIN SAW SAFETY SEMINAR. 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Are you asking your doctor the right questions about pain and pain treatment? Chronic pain is pain that lasts for months. Common types are low back pain, arthritis and recurring head­ ache. Several types of pre­ scription medication relieve chronic pain, though not all drugs work effectively in all people. While most pain medications cause side effects, some are more seri­ ous than others. “People may be reluctant to take pain medication because of concerns about side effects or addiction,” said pain expert Warren A Katz, MD, ChiefofRheumatology at Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia and Professor ofMedicine at the University ofPennsylvania School ofMedicine. “It’s im­ portant for chronic pain pa­ tients to work with doctors to find the treatment that’s best for them. This may mean adjusting the dose, or switching to another drug.” A new booklet favorably re­ viewed by the American Academy of Family Physi­ cians Foundation offers a series ofcritical questions peo­ ple should ask physicians about chronic pain and its treatment. Questions Yau Should Ask About Pain & Pain Treatment was devel­ oped by Ortho-McNeil Pharm­ aceutical, Inc., and is avail­ able free by calling 1-800-665-0778 or by writ­ ing to Chronic Pain Brochure Request, P.O. Box 644, Fair­ view, NJ 07022-9201. “Medication is only one aspect of successful pain management,” Dr. Katz said. “People should also ask if physical therapy, exercise or other non-drug techniques would be helpful in their case.” • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. 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The 1999 team has four returning riders, senior Eren Berry, senior Michelle Jewell, junior Chrissy Racine and junior Tonya Patterson. Berry will compete in the western and English hunt seat showmanship and equitation events as well as western riding. Jewell will ride in the speed events and the western riding. Racine will also compete in the speed events, western equitation and trail. Tonya Patterson will compete in the speed events and in the western riding. Four riders are new to the program, sophomore Lindsay Gibbs, freshman Amanda Scramlin, freshman Jennifer Dunn and freshman Kristen Vanderhoef. Gibbs will show in western showmanship and speed events. Scramlin also is expected to show in western showmanship. Dunn will compete in the speed events, western equitation and western showmanship. Vanderhoef will ride in the saddle seat equitation, saddle seat pattern, trail and saddle seat showmanship. 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All riders compete together, but points are totaled within the classes. Maple Valley has been a Class B team for three years. For the 1998 season, Maple Valley was second in Class B. Each district sends its first place A, B and C teams to State that is held in Detroit in October to determine the State champions. Coach Jill Shance and assistant Jill Vanderhoef invite anyone to come out to the meets and cheer on the Maple Valley equestrian team. The meets will be held at the Ingham County Fairgrounds in Mason and start at 9 a.m. There is no price for admission. Lions host first SMAA Jamboree, place second In the first dual meet of the year, Maple Valley's golf team on Aug. 24 lost to Pennfield 161-182. The Lions were led by Pat Chaffee, Chris Lentz and Brian Burt, who all carded 45s. The junior varsity team also lost to Pennfield 182­ 194. Posting the low score for M.V. JVs were Nick Burpee and Pat Kenyon with 45s. In the first junior varsity golf tournament, the Lions were third out of eight teams at Eaton Rapids. Burt had a 90, Kenyon a 90 and the scramble team of Derek Musser and Nick Jones tallied a 90. Winning a first place medal for the Lions was the best ball team of Collin Melean and Burpee who carded a score of 85. The varsity golf team hosted the first SMAA Jamboree at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course on Aug. 30 and used the home course advantage to earn a second place finish at the event. Low scores used by the varsity were Chaffee's 41, Burt's 45, Joe Elliston's 47 and Ryan Mead's 47. The varsity golf team will travel to Grand Ledge Sept 7 for the second SMAA Jamboree. Clear Choice Auto Glass ^50,00 OFFDeductible With This Ad CSome Restrictions Apply) — Located with M-66 Tire in Woodbury — NGA Certified • Auto & Truck Glass Stone Chip Repairs • Insurance Claims Honored We Repair Storm Windows 7775 Saddlebag Lake Rd. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 37/September 14,1999 Barnes recommended as Nashville polce chief by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Acting Chief Garry Barnes has been recom­ mended to be hired as Nashville's permanent po­ lice chief as ofOctober. The Nashville Village Council will vote on the recommendation at the next regular meeting. Barnes was promoted to acting chief af­ ter former Chief Bob Baker resigned about six months ago. At that time, council decided to review Barnes' performance after six months and decide to hire him as chiefpermanently or look at other options. "He seems to be doing an excellent job," said council member Frank Dunham. "As of October, we recom­ mend him being in the permanent position." Also reviewed was the corporal position, in which the committee will revise certain performance areas as needed. Other police issues were discussed at the meeting. Barnes said he was ap­ proached by United Way, a charitable organization for possible participation in fund-raisers. Council member Bonnie White expressed concerns Nashville council OKs non-partisan that if Barnes participated, would that mean he would have to participate in all charity requests? Dunham said he saw no problem with the participa­ tion, and Village President Dennis Mapes asked for in­ formation about how it was handled at the county office. elections by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council will hold non-par­ tisan elections, after ap­ proval ofa new ordinance at last week's council meeting. This means that at local elections those running for office will not have to dis­ close party affiliation. The council approved five new ordinances total at the meeting, after holding a There also was talk last Thursday night about the "old" police car. Council still must decide to fix the car and keep it or sell it. Council member Mike See police, page 2 See elections, page 2 Garry Barnes Vermontville Twp. Fire Dept adds 4 to staff Assistant Chief of Vemontville Fire Department Monte O'Dell (left) congratulates emergency medical technician (EMT) Dan Phillips on his recently completed EMT Basic course. New Vermontville Township Fire fighter Steve Pifer has recently received certification for completion of Fire Fighter classes I, and II. by Shawna Hubbarth New members of the Vermontville Township Fire Department include Dan Phillips and Melissa Rowland, pictured here with assistant chief Monte O'Dell. (Not pictured is Jeremy England.) Staff Writer The Vermontville Town­ ship Fire Department has added four new people to its staff. Three of the staff mem­ bers recently also have un­ dergone educational achievements. Melissa Rowland and Dan Phillips have been hired as emergency medical tech­ nicians (EMTs). Rowland is certified and Phillips recently completed his EMT Basic course, which was offered through the Michigan State Police Post. He was required to complete 220 hours of class and clinical time, along with passing a state admin­ istered written and practical exam. Firefighters Steve Pifer and Jeremy England recently received certification for completion of Fire Fighter I, and II. They were required to complete 245 hours of class and practical time. They were also required to successfully pass a state written and practical test. "The department wants to congratulate them," said Assistant Chief of Ver­ montville Fire Department Monte O'Dell. "They have dedicated many hours to this." In This Issue.. • Nashville man gets 90-day jail sentence • Woman gets jail sentence on embezzlement charges • Maplewood School plans open house tonight • Maple Valley PTO planning potluck Sept. 20 �The Maple VaHey News, Nashville. Tuesday, September 14,1999 - Page 2 Police, continued from front page Kenyon brought up how many miles were already on the new car. "How many miles do we have on that, chief (on the new car)?" asked Kenyon. "We got about 5,000," replied Barnes. Kenyon said he was just bringing it up to show how the "old" car could be ab­ sorbing some of those miles. Barnes brought up at the meeting a village hay ride for Halloween. Barnes said they could put straw bales in wagons and then a police car would lead, with a fire truck behind. The council talked about the liability. "If ifs all volunteer, then I see the village as being absolved of all fears," said White. "Let's check with our in­ surance," said Mapes. "Just to be on the safe side." Police Chief Garry Barnes Kalamo Church Chicken Supper Thursday, September 16th 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. ”5.75 Adults *2.50 Children said he was notified of the situation, and intended to increase the patrol in the area. Mapes assured the resi­ dent that at any time of the day it was unacceptable. "It was just very offensive last night," the resident , said. Newest citizen announced BOY, Miles Carson Butler, born at Sparrow Medical Center to Joel and Novia Butler of Haslett on Aug. 28, 1999. Weighing 9 lbs. 6.3 ozs. and 20 1/2 inches long. He is welcomed home by big sister, Shianne, as well as proud grandparents Alvin and Susie Butler of Nashville, Grant and Debbie Carver of Bentley and Richard and Loma Gonzalez of Detroit. Mature drivers and home owners fit into our group. nsure your cat; home or mobile home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, and save money with their Crowds laugh along with ‘The Nerd’ Surprises and laughter abounded at the Opera House last weekend as Larry Shue’s play, “The Nerd" was performed. Director Doug Armstead (third from left) laughs with the cast just before the show last Thursday. Literary Club to meet The Nashville Woman’s Literary Club will begin meeting again this fall on Tuesday, Sept. 14. Meetings this year are changing from Wednesday to Tuesday. This month’s meeting will be held at the Putnam Library at 7:30 p.m. Dorothy Carpenter will be presenting a most interesting book review. Deidra Bryans, librarian will be giving us a short report on what is going on at the library and how the Literary Club might be able to help. All members are encour­ aged to attend and invite a guest. Group Program. As a member of a Elections, from front page company-approved retirement association or group, you may qualify for substantial group discounts. Ask us about it today! *Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TklNo Prtbforn fyopfg,' TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 public hearing before the meeting. In addition to the non­ partisan ordinance, also ap­ proved was the treasurer and clerk being appointed rather than elected and a snow re­ moval and public streets and right ofways ordinance. Copies of the ordinances are available at the village office. Also at the meeting the council: • Heard from a resident who lives near the comer of M-66 and M-79 who com­ plained about noise coming from the newly refurbished rail bed bridge. "Last night there were kids hanging out there yelling, cussing and smok­ ing," the resident said. "At nine o'clock they were still there... I just wanted to let you know that my kids could not be in the yard be­ cause ofthe language being used." The resident said that the kids were there since after school and that her baby-sit­ ter had seen two different autos pull up to the bridge. 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Worship ......... .11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ....... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................ 7 Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .............. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.......................... 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service .......... 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer ot Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ot M-66 on Baseline) .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............ 1 a.m. Church School ................ 0 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time • After Worship Sunday School............... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11 a.m. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. 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Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship......... 10 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Holy Communion .............. 9 a.m.. OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................. 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew’s is a part ot the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �Nashville church plans ‘See You at the Altar’ "Eaton For national “See You at the Pole” Day for youth, and See You at the Altar’ Day for or parents, Nashville Assembly ofGod will have a ceremony Wednesday, Sept. 15, as children meet at the flag pole to pray and adults meet at the altar. The church plans to open the doors at 7 a.m. for those The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 14,1999 - Page 3 Bank, Nashville them,” said an Assembly of City God spokesperson. branch. their con­ Those who can not come The church will have cof- who want to come early and keep them open all day, so they can come at venience. “Even if you only have a few minutes to pray, please come and stay only as long as you can. If you wish, please bring a picture of your children to put on the board, so we all can pray for to the church, but would like to have their children includ- fee, tea, orange juice and rolls. Those who have young ed in the prayers of this day, can bring a picture with their school can bring them and , names on it either to the church or put it on one ofthe collection boxes at ’’s Carl s Supermarket or Hastings children who are not in there will be activities for them while parent’s are pray­ ing. The church is located at 735 Reed St., Nashville. 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Kuzava said Hammond was arrested for driving un­ der the influence of drugs, "which he admits to," she said. "He said he was get­ ting all his partying out of the way before coming to court for sentencing." Hammond was previously convicted as a juvenile of second degree criminal sex­ ual conduct and was later convicted as an adult on an­ other sex charge, Kuzava said. "Until he decides to change his ways, which it's clear he has no intention of doing, he's got a problem with criminal sexual con­ duct and at the time of this offense, he was with an un­ derage girl and he was in­ toxicated. "I think he poses a threat to teen-aged girls in this community," said Kuzava. "It's obvious he's still en­ gaging in that type of be­ havior as evidenced by this offense. He lives a nomadic lifestyle and doesn't do much with himself." Defense attorney David Gilbert challenged that statement, saying Ham­ mond has a job. "When he was pulled over, he was allegedly under the influence of controlled substance," said Gilbert. "That doesn't make him a threat to young girls. His offense is failing to regis- Five injured after cars collide in Assyria Twp. Five Bellevue residents were taken to Battle Creek's Community Hospital Tuesday afternoon (Sept. 7) after two cars collided at M-66 and Huff Road at about 3 p.m., according to the Hast­ ings Post of the Michigan State Police. Police said a Ford Tau­ rus, driven by Jessica Barnes, 16, was eastbound on Huff Road when it en­ tered the path of a north­ bound, M-66 car, driven by Dwight Carpenter, 78. Carpenter apparently was unable to avoid striking the Barnes vehicle. Barnes, who was wearing a seat belt and had a driver's a 1999 - 2000 Maple Valley Adult Education I 8I8I Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. I All others may take a class for $75.00 for 8 weeks. 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Her passengers, Leonard Raymond, 16, and Casey Brown, 18, were also taken to Community Hospital, where Brown is listed in good condition. Information on Raymond was not avail­ able. Unhurt in the crash was passenger Jennifer Fairchild, 15. Police said none of the passengers were wearing seat belts. Carpenter was treated and released, while his wife, Marilyn, was treated but no other information was avail­ able on her condition. Both were wearing seat belts when the accident occurred. Barnes was issued a cita­ tion for failure to yield at a signed intersection. Real Estate FORECLOSED HOMES! LOWOR$ODOWN! Gov’t& Bank Repos being sold Now! Financing available! Local list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. High School Completion, Adult Basic Education, GED Preparation & Vocational Classes 0 ! ter." "It depends on how you define young," said Circuit Judge James Fisher. "The girl was under 21, not under 16," said Gilbert. "I'd like the court to take that into account." "Registering under the sex offender act is impor­ tant, Mr. Hammond," said Fisher. "It gives the rest of us who follow the law a chance to know that some­ one like you is in our neighborhood, especially when you are out drinking with under aged girls." Business Services Woman accused of theft from cars An officer called to inves­ tigate a suspicious situation in the 100 block of North Main Street found a 31year-old Nashville woman apparently in the act of stealing from an unlocked vehicle Sept. 5, according to a report by the Nashville Police Department. The woman, who has not yet been arraigned, appar­ ently was trying to get into cars using their unlocked doors at the apartment com­ plex. "The suspect was 'rifling' through the interior belong­ ings looking for valuables and then moving on to other parked vehicles," re­ ported officer Christian Hanson. As Hanson approached the woman during the 3 a.m. incident, she allegedly became startled and at­ tempted to discard the items by throwing them under an­ other parked car, he re­ ported. "She would apparently approach parked vehicles late at night on foot in both driveways looking for un­ locked doors for easy ac­ cess," Hanson reported. "Nashville officers had ob­ served her on a number of occasions in the past two months walking during the early morning hours." Police said a number of motor vehicle larcenies have been reported to have oc­ curred during those times. The suspect, however, said she was merely looking for a warm place to sleep. The woman, who was ar­ rested and jailed, was also wanted by police for al­ legedly filing a false, crimi­ nal sexual conduct report. The case remains under investigation. Fugitive captured in Eaton County A Nashville man wanted on charges of resisting police, carrying a concealed weapon, using a gun in the commission of a felony, delivery and manufacture of marijuana, stealing an air conditioner and possession of cocaine and methamphetamine was captured last week in Eaton County. Jeffrey Allen Purchis, 28, is being held in the Barry County Jail on $10,000 bond awaiting an Oct. 1 preliminary examination on a total of eight charges. Nashville police who ap­ proached his car Aug. 22 after a traffic stop in the village found that Purchis, who fled on foot, allegedly left behind a loaded, 38-caliber pistol, cocaine, methamphetamine, drug scales, paraphernalia for drug distribution and burglary tools, according to Nashville Police Officer Christian Hanson. 1993 Oldsmobile A Achieva, along with various electronic equipment, was seized for forfeiture, he said. Purchis also was wanted for allegedly taking an air conditioner from the home of a Hastings woman in July. He was located last week when Eaton County Sheriffs Deputies spotted him al­ legedly driving a stolen van. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS, windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. I I If you see... DOUG VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 * '...on Sept. 17th Wish him a Community Notice Happy 40 th Birthday HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-SOO611-3766. Love, Mom, Dad, Kevin. Emily & Abbey I Riverside Oak Furniture Hand Crafted Solid Oak Furniture Kitchen and dining room tables, chairs, bar stools, deacon benches, hutches, bedroom furniture, enter­ tainment centers, cedar and oak chests, grand­ father clocks, end tables and more! Also... Craft items. 1/2 Mile East ofIonia Rd. on Nashville Hwy. 9245 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 517-726-0103 David & Lucy Coblentz �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 14, 1999 - Page 5 Woman gets jail sentence on embezzlementcharges A Battle Creek woman originally charged with em­ bezzling up to $20,000 from the South End Party Store in Nashville between January and May could have been sentenced to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. But Shawn McPherson, 28, pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of "breaking and entering without break­ ing with intent," according to a court sentencing docu­ ment. She was sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court Thursday to six months in jail with credit for 10 days served, was ordered to pay $500 court costs and to spend the next five years on probation. Her restitution will be determined at a later date. McPherson, a former em­ ployee of the store, was ar­ rested by the Nashville Po­ lice Department last month and accused of stealing money, alcohol, cigarettes, food and lottery tickets over a period of several months, said Police Chief Garry Barnes. "She would come back af­ ter closing with her key and go in and take these things," said Barnes. In court Thursday, Assis­ tant Prosecutor Vicky Alspaugh said McPherson stole to get money to sup­ port her drug habit. "As I was reviewing this information, it occurred to me she is a classic example of what drugs, alcohol and selfishness can do to an in- dividual and a family," she said. Alspaugh said McPherson has been holding a grudge against her mother for the last 11 years. "It seems to be she could put that energy into self improvement, getting off drugs and being a good mother to her child rather than the child being in a temporary guardianship with her grandparents," said Alspaugh. Alspaugh said McPher­ son, who was working for her stepfather when the crimes occurred, "commit­ ted an extreme breach of trust." "He was the person she had the best relationship with," said Alspaugh. M.V. Jr. Sr. High School Honor Roll Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Sept. 15 Chicken fries, rice pilaf, green beans, hot cinnamon apples, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Sept. 16 Maple wood-Domi nos. Cheese pizza, tossed salad, pineapple tidbits, coffee sake, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept. 17 Soft taco, whole kernel com, cherries, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Mihnqt) M istefol; Oil ciftwhife ini ffitaiEii I Wj. is? Hietelte ;21i- ifafeta'fc' fei ts taliraisis Hr ® Monday, Sept. 20 Nachos, carrot sticks, apple crisp, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Sept. 21 Hot dog, whole kernel com, peaches, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 15 Choose One - Chicken, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two garden salad, green beans, hot cinnamon apples, juice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 16 Choose One - Lasagna, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, broccoli and cheese, pineapple tidbits, juice, 1/2 CHERYL’S fIt HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner pt. milk. Friday, Sept. 17 Choose One - Soft taco, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, whole kernel com, cherries, juice, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Sept. 20 Choose One - Chili and crackers, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, carrot sticks, apple crisp, juice, milk. Tuesday, Sept. 21 Choose One Double dogs, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, whole kernel corn, peaches, juice, milk. "Now, he's lost his business and his retirement is in jeopardy. If he meant that little to her that she would violate him so thoroughly, if she would do that to someone she cared about, what kind of treatment would she give to someone she has no relationship with?" Alspaugh urged Judge James Fisher to impose six months incarceration and to hold her accountable by or­ dering her to pay her step­ father back, and to show McPherson's daughter that there are consequences for her actions. But according to defense attorney, David Kuzava, McPherson deserves credit for showing up for sentenc­ ing. "That does say something about her," he said, adding that his client has no, prior felony convictions. "And, she is no longer involved with this other individual who was also part of this action." "I'm sorry for what I did," said McPherson. "I'm in the process of changing around my lifestyle." "It's hard for me to under­ stand how you could put yourself in a position where you sacrificed your child for drugs," said Fisher. "Then, you stole money to buy more drugs." Though no restitution hearing was apparently scheduled, Barnes said the amount could exceed $30,000. Chris and Brenda invite you to stop in... Live Music FRIDAY NIGHTS Blue Grass & Folk - NEW HOUKS - CLOSED Monday OPEN: Tuesday thru Thursday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Sugar Mat 174 S. Main Street - Vermontville • Phone 726-1518 113 years old & still single S!i Si 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI .517-852*2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE These days, being “unattached” in the banking world is becoming unusual. 144 SOUTH MAIN STREET VERMONTVILLE. MICHIGAN 49096 ESTATE AUCTION of Real Estate & Personal Property LOCATED at 314 N. Main, Vermontville, Ml on: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 Auction Begins at 10 am • Real Estate Sells at 12:30 pm At Hastings City Bank, we’re proud of our tradition as a strong, independent community bank. And while we’re still single, we’re also big on commitment. The dollar you deposit at Hastings City Bank is loaned to a person or business right here in the area... not to someone halfway across the country. What’s more, we support our local community organizations with financial gifts and employee participation. Help making this a good place to live today... and an even better place tomorrow. Any bank can say it cares about community. Don’t you want to bank with one that has Selling this very nice, two bedroom home located on an excellent lot with attached garage plus a detached garage AND a large lot located just south of the home which will make an excellent building site with city water and sewer available. The parcels will be offered separately and as a whole. OPEN HOUSES: Wed., Sept. 8,4:00-5:30 & Sun., Sept. 12,1:00-2:30. Call for a flyer with additional information & a list of the personal property to .besold LAVANCE ADLRICH Estate been doing it for 113 years? fastings Op ALSO LICENSED IN INDIANA A OHIO (517) 726-0181 e*mail stantons@voyager.net www.hastingscitybank.coin Fax: (517) 726-0060 - LENDER • c -- - 4- c * ' Member �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 14,1999 - Page 6 Maplewood preparing for open house tonight Maplewood teacher Bob Smith tries to persuade A.L.F. a semi hairless rat who is the new class mascot, to come out of his cage. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Maplewood Elementary has been busy getting ready for its "Meet the Teacher" night. The open house is planned for Tuesday, Sept. 14, from 6 to 7 p.m. Children spent last week on art projects and other things to display during the open house. Sixth-graders in Jill Shance's art class worked on bark painting, which origi­ nates in Australia. Original works are done by Aborig­ ines on bark. At Maple­ wood, students picked an animal and did a painting, adding bones and patterns. Watch out She's only 13! HAPPY BIRTHDAY Jessica 9-16-86 Love— Mom, B-ma and Brothers Pat Hansen’s class displays their clay models of Michigan. Students around the building have been preparing for "Meet the Teacher” night by making special art projects. iBl Neighbor KggJPharmacy Compare To National Brands And Save! CALCIUM Q OYSTER SHELL 600 mg with Vitamin D 60’s S Compare^ ►to Caltrate L. w/D J Calcium E 400 LU Calcium 500 mg. 250’S tCompare , , Ginseng ► to OsCal < L. 500 J VITAMIN E A&D 400 LU. 60’S Capsules 100’S s679 A&D SIBERIAN EVENINC Ginseng 100’s Primrose Oil 160’s $399 Evening^. himtOte' g4*.' himtOte'4*' VITAMIN INFORMATION LINE 1-800-276-2878 219 NORTH MAIN STREET Hours: 9 am pm Monday .- Friday, 9 am to 4pm Saturday Bob Smith's class made globes of the world which will hang in the classroom during "Meet the Teacher" night. Mary Secord (left), Linda Gale, and C.J. Bodell hold some of the finished globes. The project consisted of three layers of material — paper, color and ink. The students scratched in their work, not knowing what color was where, with inter­ esting results. "It makes it more fun for the kids to not know where the colors are," said Shance. Shance said the paintings were laminated and would be hanging for parents to view for the open house. Down the hall, Bob Smith's class was making paper globes ofthe world to hang from the ceiling. "The neat thing about these is that they are all dif­ ferent — there are no two alike," said Smith. The kids were especially excited about showing their class mascot, a semi-hair­ less rat named A.L.F. (Alien Life Form). "They make great pets," said Smith. "They rarely , bite and they have a person­ ality. They become attached to people they like." Pat Hansen's class will be studying Michigan all year for social studies. The students were busy making clay models of Michigan. "Right now we are learn­ ing the Great Lakes," explained Hansen. Children shaped the state and identified the Great Lakes. Student Tori Ewing made an especially neat Continued next page EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 14, 1999 - Page 7 Maple Valley PTO planning pot luck meeting Sept. 20 Sixth grade students were busy with "bark painting" last week at Maplewood (From left) Scott Dockter, Cortney Warner, Shamarr Gearhart, Josh DeCamp, and Brody Klapko hold the finished results. From previous page model with a star cut out for the capital and tiny bumps that represented the Porcupine Mountains in the Upper Penninsula. "I like to study Michigan because it is where you live," said Ewing, and I re­ ally like the lakes because that is where we go and swim. Lake Michigan is my favorite." The executive officers of the Maple Valley Parent Teachers Organization invite all members to a potluck dinner Monday, Sept. 20, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Maple Valley High School cafeteria. Everyone is asked to bring a dish to pass, along with drinks and table service for the family. Officials ask that dishes to pass follow this order: Early 4’s, Young 5’s, PPI and Kindergarten brings casseroles or vegeta­ bles; first and fourth grades bring dessert; second and fifth grades bring salads; third and sixth grades bring breads. The first PTO meeting will follow dinner. The P.T.O. will sponsor a fall fund-raiser with GLN to begin today (Sept. 14) and run for one week. Delivery is expected in early November, so parents can pick up their child’s order at parent­ teacher conferences. This fund-raiser was contracted and scheduled last spring and GLN has donated more than $600 worth of spring carnival raffle prizes. The schools will receive approxi­ mately $1,500 in library books for both elementary buildings for holding the sale this fall. In October, look for the first annual “Chili Cook­ Off.” Details will be sent home with students in com­ ing weeks. Last year the money raised through the Maple Valley PTO purchased computers for Maplewood, various class trips, school activities, books for students with book fair coupons, and most recently Fuller playground equipment. The schools are receiving items the staff ordered using the Campbell’s labels, and a check for $440 from Spartan UPC labels. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Student Tori Ewing shows her clay model of Michigan and the Great Lakes. Phone (517) 852-1915 HN1S" FORECLOSED HOMES EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.......................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)............................................................................ 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)................................................................................ 852-5066 Low or $0 Down! Gov’t & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Local Listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5224 Too Hew For Photo CHARMING RANCH HOME IN COUNTRY! Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO - Bank Call 945-9554 toplace your ACTION-ad today needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. NASHVILLE - GREAT INCOME INVESTMENT Live in one unit & rent the other 2 story. 4 bedroom home. 2 baths, lots of space in this well kept 2 unit rental, on a nice shady comer lot near elementary school. Call Jerry for more details. (N-69) banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604._________________ t a nt on'S 144 SOUTH MAINSTREET Michigan 49096 vermoniville. Real Estate & Personal Property LOCATED at 148 E. Main Street, Vermontville, Ml on: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1, 1999 Auction Begins at 10 am Real Estate Sells at 12:30 pm Excellent four bedroom, 2-1/2 bath home with approx. 2100 square feet of living area. Living room, family room, formal dining room, dinette area, kitchen, first floor laundry and a 20x22 garage. Great family property. OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, September 19 and Sunday, Septem­ ber 26 - 1:00-2:30 each day. Call for a flyer and a list of the personal property to be sold. l DUANE & JANICE BLANCHE, owners ALSO LICENSED IN INDIANA & OHIO (517) 726-0181 e*mail stantons@voyager.net Fax: (517) 726-0060 www.stantons-auctions.com on 8 “secluded” acres, 2 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, home Is tasteful­ ly decorated throughout - walk­ out basement with large family room. The “park-like" setting is complete with paths for walking or ORVs. Call Nyle for complete details. (CH-74) COUNTRY HOME ON 3 ACRES - SOME TREES 2 story “Cape Cod" home. (Approx. 2500 sq. ft.) with 4 bedrooms & 3 baths. Walkout basement will be finished with extra kitchenette. Second floor not fin­ ished. Front porch & back deck, 2 car attached garage. Appliances included. Call Homer for more info. (CH-70) FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several FULLER HEIGHTS NASHVILLE REPO: MUST SELL will look S MLS Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI WARRANT t ■L S- nSirroc r ^WwcTioncess g MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. $75,000 IN VERMONTVILLE! "TURN OF CENTURY VICTORIAN" Large home with apartment or could be used as 3 apartments. Porches, bay windows & cupula are just some of the character this home enjoys. Call Nyle. (V-71) This exceptional quad level home on the end ofa cul-de-sac is in a secluded setting, quiet neighbor­ hood. Home has 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 1st floor laundry, family room with fireplace & a rec room. Inground pool & screened sun room are some of the many “extras". This is a property that must be seen to appreciate!! Call Jerry (N-72) NASHVILLE POSSIBLE 2 UNIT Large 5 bedroom house, 2 baths, formal dining room, open stair­ way, sheltered front porch. Could be 2 family home. (N-67) FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. For Sale Auto 1994 F-250 XLT 4X4, only 44,000 miles, loaded, with Topper, $16,000, call evenings after 8pm, 517-726-0543_________ 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $15,500OBO. 948­ 0502 Farm AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 FULLER HEIGHTS PRICE REDUCED! Nashville, 3 bedrooms. 2 baths, attached 2 car NEAR HASTINGS IN COUNTRY ON 2 ACRES garage, ranch home built in 1997. Full base­ ment, complete appliances included, pole bam 2 bedroom earthen sheltered home with open living & storage shed. All on a large loti (N-66) area. Comer lot. Call Nyle for details. (CH-63) 2 ACRES ON THE EDGE OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE - Tree lined along the front. Surveyed & perk tested. Contact Nyle. (VL-73) ON WEST MAIN IN VERMONTVILLE - Comer lot with public utilities available, electric power pole on property. Call Nyle (VL-68) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas available located at the end of private road deed restrictions. Call Nyle (VL-39) 3.3 ACRES - Country lot big enough for a horse, sur­ veyed on private road. (VL-42) 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site priced to buy at just $16,900. Call Nyle today, 726-1234. (VL-43) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE for walkout basement. Blacktop road NE of Vermontville. Good access to Lansing. Some newly planted trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed, perked & has driveway per­ mit. Call Nyle. (VL-64) 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel is ideal for your new home, land contract terms. Call Nyle to discuss the details. (VL-30) PRICE REDUCED! 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET -Easy access to 1-69 expressway interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-49) J �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. September 14,1999 - Page 8 Girl Scouts plan registrations Sept. 16 With another school year under way, another year of Girl Scouts has begun for girls in Vermontville. This year’s registration will be held on Thursday, Sept. 16, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. The cost of registration is $7, and financial aid is avail­ able. Leaders from all age levels will be on hand to meet with parents and girls, and assist in the registration process. Parents are encour­ aged to bring a calendar to mark upcoming event dates. Some of the events planned this year are a several outdoor skills days, and an end of the year day camp/sleepover for all troops. Several other events are being planned. It takes many volunteers to provide quality programs Homecoming hot dog roast and face painting party, fol­ lowed by riding in the home­ coming parade; Christmas in the village; Woodstock 200 (the theme for the annual father/daughter banquet): for our children. Anyone interested in helping in any way, or who have questions about the Girl Scout pro­ gram, may call Carla Rumsey at 726-1381. The team thing helps M.V. to gain win over Olivet To get to 3-0 and to beat rival Olivet, Maple Valley needed the efforts from many of its varsity football stars last Friday night.. Running the ball, the NOTICE The Village of Nashville will be flushing hydrants on September 27 to October 1, 1999. You may experience rusty water. Nashville DPW 103 Lions used Jacob Cole (134 yards on 22 carries), Adam Watson (96 yards on 10 carries), Andy Ewing (49 yards on 11 carries) and Rich Smith (48 yards on 13 carries). Watson's 45-yard jaunt on a 92-yard drive helped M.V. to score on a 3-yard run from Cole, giving coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's team a 32-17 advantage. Catching passes from quarterback Ken Lackscheide (2-0f-3 for 24 yards) were Nathan Swift and Justin VanAlstine. On defense, a number of players contributed to a stellar performance. Smith made 10 tackles, Tim Wawiernia 8, Jeff Rhoades 6, Eric Goris 5, VanAlstine 6, Cole 4 and Kyle Kines 4. The Lions' defense on one series made back-to-back sacks with Goris and Kines doing the honors, causing Olivet to punt. Shoups celebrate 60th anniversary AWANA program to begin Wednesday The AWANA program at Vermontville Bible Church, 250 North Main St., Vermontville, will begin Wednesday, Sept. 15, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. AWANA (“Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed”) is offered for children in grades K-6. AWANA is an international, Bible-centered youth min­ istry including scripture memory, council (story) time and game time. Ail this NOTICE Due to lack of quorum, the Sept. 2 Vermontville Village Council meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, Sept. 16 at 7:30 p.m., Village Office. Sharon Stewart Village Clerk 100 is provided in a positive environment with caring leaders. For more information about the AWANA program at Vermontville Bible Church call Pastor Daniel E. Smith at (517) 726-6047. Garage Sale LARGE BARN SALE: Hunt­ ing clothing and accessories, 5563 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville. September 18th., 10-? GARAGESALE Sept. 16& 17, 9 to 5. 111 S. Wellman Rd., 123 Cub Cadet, utility dump box, copper boiler, tools, baby items, Home Interiors, free bath tub, computers, old wood chairs, camper stove and lots more. GET MORE NEWS! Sub­ scribe to the Hastings Banner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Ph. 616-945-9554 PRCSSURL TXIATU AMERICA'S CABINETMAKER Cabinets cUAitniAN Fiberglass Insulation Celotex insulation .Come nome.to quality. Anderse ersen. Plywood Lumber Oak Pine Molding USC Drywall Armstrong Ceiling Tile Hand & Power Tools PaintS ROOFS Dry Mix Crete & Supply Wolverine Technologies Time for New siding? The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. Marq ue-Line I I DOOR SYSTEMS Pre-Hung Steel Doors "Innovation is our most valuable asset" HOMETOWN; LUMBER YARD 219 S. State in Nashville ... 852-0882 VISA j Card OfThanks THANKS TO MY MANY GOOD FRIENDS for all the cards, visits, telephone calls and other acts of kindness, for the five weeks I was “cabin bound”. Thanks also to my family for their many prayers, taxi service, grocery shopping, errand run­ ning, lawn mowing and chores that were done readily when needed. You guys and gals, both friends and family are the great­ est. I am very fortunate to have friends and family like you. Bruce Brumm. Help Wanted GREAT BENEFITS, GOOD PAY, LOCAL DRIVING, HOME EVERY NIGHT. Amerigas - a national propane company has an immediate open­ ing in our Lake Odessa, Mi. lo­ cation for a local route driver. Qualified applicants must pos­ sess a CDL drivers license & pass a VOT physical & drug screen. Please apply in person or fax or mail resume to: Amerigas 7220 Saddlebag Lake Rd. (M­ 66) Lake Odessa, MI. 48849. 1­ 800-374-3929 or fax, 517-566­ 8769.___________________ WANTED: HERDSPERSON for modem well managed 300 cow Mid-Michigan Dairy. Need recent experience, some college helpful, but not necessary. $45,000 + package depending on experience and abilities. Call 1-616-527-8875 between 9:OOamand3:OOpn[i.lLeave message andphone number........ Jane and Jerry Shoup celebrated their 60th an­ niversary on September 3rd. The both have been in the Nashville area for 50 years. They also have three children, many grandchildren and great-grandchil­ dren. Flu Shoes September 21 • 7-8:30 pm at Vermontville Maplewood School in Vermontville Sponsored by The Vermontville Lions Club Blood sugar, blood pressure and oxygen saturation checks will also be offered by the Vermontville Women’s Club. Medicare patients need to bring Medicare cards so shots may be billed to insurance. ~ Donations Accepted ~ VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE SUMMER TAXES Last Day to Pay without penalty is... Wednesday, September 15 Kay Marsh, Treasurer 188 E. Main P.O. Box 142 Vermontville, Ml 49096 Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb jg 517-726-0 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville 2 -Ljlp- #2.3,-174,9 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 14, 1999 - Page 9 Fall Festivalset for Sept. 23 Doris M. Smith SUNFIELD - Mrs. Doris M. Smith, passed away Friday, September 3, 1999 at her residence in Sebewa Township, Sunfield, Michigan, at the age of 73. She was bom January 1, 1926 in L’Anse, Michigan, the daughter of William James and Emily (Chosa) Hocking. Doris was preceded in death by her mother and father; and three brothers. Doris is survived by her husband of 46 years, Kenneth L. Smith; son, Curtis A. Smith both of Sunfield; sister, Helen Eldon Ear! Post CHARLOTTE Eldon Earl Post, age 88, of Charlotte passed away on Friday, September 10, 1999. Mr. Post was bom on March 20, 1911 in Belding, the son of Bert and Mary Post. He graduated from Spring Arbor High School and Spring Arbor Junior College. After receiving a business-teaching degree from Central Michigan College he joined his father in business, owning and operating the Minor Walton Bean Company, with locations in Battle Creek, Charlotte, Chester, Comma, and Mulliken. He was a member of the Charlotte Free Methodist Church and was also on the Board of Trustees at Spring Arbor College for fifty years. t His love of travel led him across the oceans many times in the company of family and friends. Each trip he met new people and a large portion became his new friends. His motto might have been: “Make new friends - keep the old, The one is silver - the other gold”. Mr. Post was preceded in death by his parents, Bert and Mary Post; brother and sister-in-law, Henry and Edith Post; and his wife, Lucille (Yanz) Post. He is survived by two daughters, Sharon Post of Charlotte and Elaine (Lee) Curtis of Pentwater; grandson, David (Margie) Curtis ofAllen, Texas; and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 14, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. at the Charlotte Free Methodist Church with Reverend Charles Krueger, Pastor of the Charlotte Free Methodist Church and Dr. James Chapman, President of Spring Arbor College officiating. Interment will take place in Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Eaton Community Hospice or the Charlotte Free Methodist Church. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Inc. of Charlotte. Helen R. Huwe NASHVILLE Mrs. Helen R. Huwe, age 94, of Nashville, went to be with the Lord Saturday, September 11, 1999 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. Mrs. Huwe was bom on May 15, 1905 in Nashville, the daughter of Porter & Myra (Messimer) Kinne. She graduated from Nashville High School in 1923, then from Barry County Normal Teaching School, and from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo with a teaching degree. She married Carl Huwe in Nashville on September 18, 1929. Mrs. Huwe taught at local elementary country schools at Quail Trap, Lincoln, North Kalamo, Altoff, Woodlawn Christian, and at Little Brick. She also did private tutoring after she retired. She was a member of the Vermontville Church and enjoyed flowers, gardening, and teaching children. j| She tvas preceded i n death by her husband, Carl Huwe; sister, Hazel Morgenthaler; and brother, Harley Kinne. Mrs. Huwe is survived by her daughter, Marian (Elwood) Halsey of Nashville) grandsons, Brian (Juanita) Halsey of Pennsacola, Florida, and Stanley Halsey and Neil Halsey both of Nashville; great grandsons, Robert & Stephen Halsey; sister, Mary Storm of Battle Creek; and many nieces & nephews. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, September 14, 1999 at 1:00 p.m. at the Vermontville Bible Church with Reverend Dan Smith officiating. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermontville Bible Church or the Barry County Chistian School. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Medosh of Marquette, Michigan; brothers & sisters-in-law, Carlton & Ethylene Smith of Park Lake, Beverly & Clayton Townsend of Bath, Calvin & Alice Smith of Farbom, Ohio, Della & Mike Kulack of Cedar Springs, Donna & Douglas Green of Chase, Thomas & Dorrine Smith of Clarksville, Mary & Ray Dykhouse of Lake Odessa, Ellane Smith of Lake Odessa; special friends, John & Bertha Smith of Sunfield, Max & Joanne Fish of Eagle; many nieces & nephews. Graveside Services were held on Thursday, September 9, 1999 at the Woodland Memorial Park Cemetery, Woodland. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the Sebewa Center United Methodist Church in memory of Doris M. Smith, c/o Rosier Funeral Home, P.O. Box 36 Sunfield, Michigan 48890. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. For Sale LAMINATE FLOORING AT $1.99 SQ.FT., 15 year warranty, several colors, cash and carry, 100 sq.ft, minimum purchase. Bargain shopper prices on carpet too! Call Westen’s Carpet, 210 E. Main, Middleville, 616-795­ 3000. Open Tuesday through Friday, 10am-6pm, Saturday, 10am-3pm The Fall Festival is sched­ uled for Thursday, Sept. 23, at the 4-H Building on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. The event includes a funfilled and friendly competi­ tion with the following classes: Heaviest Winter Squash, Smallest Pumpkin (measur­ ing circumference, at least 90 percent orange), Largest Diameter Sunflower (no mildew), Tallest Sunflower, Heaviest Head of Cabbage, Vegetable Centerpiece (up to 50 percent ofvegetables may be purchased), Fall Flower Centerpiece (up to 50 per­ cent of materials may be purchased), Painted Pump­ kin (pumpkin may be pur­ chased), Herb Display, Veg­ etable Dress-up (vegetable may be purchased), Gourd Bird House (gourd may be purchased), Photo Poster (judged for quality ofgarden and photography), Scare­ crow designed and constructed by individual, Scarecrow designed and constructed by a group (no age divisions in this class, one division only), Home­ grown Fall Flowers (one va­ riety per vase) and Carved or Painted Vegetable (no pump­ kins, vegetable may be pur­ chased). Unless stated, only home­ grown products may be en­ tered, and exhibits may be entered in one class only. Any youth or adult may enter. There are three age di­ visions with age determined as of Dec. 31, 1999: Divi- t. Vermontville Residents The Village of Vermontville will be flushing hydrants September 22 & 23 beginning at approximately 9:00 p.m. This may cause temporary discoloration of the water. Vermontville Village Council 102 HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - GOOD DEALS SPECIALS! - ENDS OCTOBER 2, 1999 BEAUTIFUL QUEEN VIC­ TORIAN iron headboard with “Brand New” luxury firm mat­ tress set. Cost $ 1,200. Must sell! $250. 1-517-541-8132 KINGSIZE ORTHOPEDIC delux mattress set. “Brand New” with frame and beautiful 4 poster solid wood head & foot board. 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For additional information about the Fall Festival or grow labs, call the Eaton County MSU Extension of­ fice at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. sion 1 - age 12 and under; Division II - age 13-19; and Division III - age 20 and older. Registrations and setup will be from 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. and judging will begin at 7. Rosettes will be awarded for first place in each class and division. For each entry, the participant will be given a ticket that they may place in a drawing for the door prize of their choice. Door prize drawings will begin at 7 p.m. You must be present to win. Also included in the fes­ tivities will be a social with Equipment, Inc. PM3PLS GOOD DEAL Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat.7 to 2 945-9526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 14. 1999 - Page 10 Lions finish second at Maple Valley Invitational Maple Valley placed second in both the boys' event and the girls' race last Thursday at the Maple Valley Invitational. In the boys, Delton was first with 21 points, Maple Valley second with 45 and Call 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! MIRROR, MIRROR ON THE WALL... DO I LO LOOK 40 Battle Creek Pennfield finished third with 65 points. Ken Rhoades led the Lions with a third place 18:57. Ryan Emerick was seventh in 19:53, Michael Hamilton was 11th in 20:53, Justin Sealy was 13th in 21:06 and Marc Bush was 14th in 21:30. In the girls, the Lady Lions finished one point behind Pennfield with a 37. Delton scored 60 points. Cassady Murphy led M.V. with a third place 23:07. Hayley Todd was seventh in 24:31, Terilyn VanOrder was eighth in 24:56, Carissa Kessler was ninth in 25:13 and Carri Emerick was 20th in 29:27. Future Lions practice gridiron skills Second and third graders were busy practicing their football skills at Riverside Park last Thursday night. One of the many coaches Jeff Fisher said they try to focus on the basics of the game without tackling so that when the get older and join tackle football they will have a strong background of the rules. Here the kids huddle around the coaches and plan for the next play. TO YA’LL? Nashville U.M. sets Wednesday events H&L MFC. The Nashville United Methodist Church is start­ ing a new program Sept. 15 called "Thank God It's Wonderful Wednesday." Dinner will be served at the church from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. The Rev. Jim Hynes said the charge for dinner would be very rea­ sonable, and following din­ ner there will be worship ASSEMBLY Seeking motivated individuals for 2nd shift Piece Rate assembly/molding posi­ tions. Earn as much as $10.00 per hour. Longterm employment plus benefits. Apply at... 122 Main st., Caledonia, Ml Ask for Sue LIONS DEN M.V. grad earns Davenport degree Before andAfter School Program Davenport College has announced that Brian Hopkins has graduated from Davenport College - Lansing campus. He has earned an associate in science in microcomputer management degree. He graduated from Maple Valley High School, and is the son of Steve and Theresa Hopkins. Davenport Educational System is the largest, inde- ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Contact: Maple Valley Adult and Community Education 324 Queen St. • Nashville 1-616-852-9794 YOU ARE INVITED... Fillmore Equipment Lawn & Grounds Care of Hastings, Inc. EQUIPMENT CLINIC Join us on Thursday evening, September 16 starting at 7:00 PM 2900 M-43 Hwy., Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945-9526 This will give you the opportunity to learn many useful tips about your John Deere lawn tractor. We will be covering the following topics: Safety, operation of unit, cutting quality, maintenance and storstor­ age, and attachments that may be available for your lawn tractor. You will have the opportunity to discuss your specific piece of equipment with one of our John Deere lawn equipment professionals. Please call ahead and reserve your spot for this important clinic. Refreshments will be served. us andyour neighbors for a groat evening together! Fillmore Equipment, Inc. www.deere.com and classes for all ages. Adult classes include quilting, the "sportsman spectacular" and "That's what the man said (The words ofJesus)." Hynes said the classes will run for six weeks, on Wednesday nights. Call 852-2043 for more informa­ tion. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. _______Hastings, Ml [ Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5, Thurs 7 to 7. Sat 7 to 2 945-9526 pendent college in Michigan with 17 campuses located throughout Michigan and northern Indiana. Graduates can use the computerized Career Link employment service at any location at any time during their profession­ al career. Additionally, Davenport graduates have free, lifetime, brush-up classes on course work originally completed in their program. Castleton Twp. Board September 1,1999 Meeting called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Clerk L. Wilson. All board members were pre­ sent except J. Cooley. Six people were in attendance as well. Approved minutes from the August 4, 1999 meeting. Amended the budget. Approved the treasurer’s reports for July and August. Approved paying the bills in the amount of 12,762.69. Committee reports were given. Tabled a noise ordinance until further research can be done. Lawsuit was discussed. Air-conditioning has been installed. Public comment was heard. Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: Supervisor J. Cooley National Ads^ HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426=.ej3085^xt.-»1400rMbr»>:-y--.: Engagements Hammonds-Hughes Jonessa Kristine Ham­ monds and Keith Eugene Hughes are thrilled to an­ nounce their upcoming mar­ riage on Oct. 30, 1999 at the United Methodist Church in Vermontville. Both are 1999 graduates of Maple Valley High School. Jonessa is currently employed at Hastings Home as a direct care worker and plans to attend LCC for the winter term. Keith is em­ ployed with MEH Logging Co. in Bellevue and is active in horse pulling. Their parents are Wayne and Lois Hammonds ofVer- montville and Mike and Brenda Hughes ofNashville. Kirwin-Hansen Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Kir­ win, Jr. and Mr. and Mrs. Kim Hansen announce the engagement of their chil­ dren, Nichole Marie Kirwin and Anthony Michael Hansen. The bride-to-be is a 1996 graduate of Maple Valley High and is pursuing a de­ gree in Child Development at Michigan State Univer­ sity. She is employed at The tot Spot in Charlotte as a preschool teacher. The groom-to-be is a 1993 graduate of Maple Valley High and a graduate of Michigan State University. He is employed as a writer at the Battle Creek Enquirer. An Oct. 2 wedding is planned. DIETARY PRODUCTION MANAGER Experienced CDM with knowledge of Clinical Nutrition Assessment to manage food service employees in a 138 bed county owned skilled nursing facility. Will function as Co-Dept. Head along with Clinical Dietary Manager (RD). Must have 2 years experience in long term care and work­ ing knowledge of all aspects of production, including staffing, as well as knowledge regarding nutrition assessments and care planning, etc. Excellent wages, fringes and working conditions. Please send resume along with salary history in confidence to: Administrator, cQibrnapple ^2C �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 14, 1999 - Page 11 Lions find revenge in pigskin win over Eagles Maple Valley used a potent running attack to sprint past Southern Michigan Athletic Association rival Olivet 32­ 17 in a varsity football clash last Friday night at Olivet High School. For the Lions, the win was just another win, it was revenge for what was a one­ sided affair between the two football programs a season ago. Gaining over 360 yards on the ground, coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's Lions were on the top of their game this time versus the Eagles. Maple Valley is now 3-0 for the prep season and 2-0 in league play. Jacob Cole was the top Lions' runner versus Olivet with 134 yards on 22 carries and two touchdowns. Cole's scores came from 43 yards to give Maple Valley a 8-7 lead in the first quarter and from 4 yards to make it 32­ 17 in the fourth quarter. Adam Watson was another athlete who provided many yards to the Lions' running attack. Watson gained 96 yards on 10 carries. Other Lions' touchdowns were scored by Andy Ewing (9-yard run that made it 24­ 10 in the third quarter), Rich Smith (1-yard run that made it 16-10 in the second quarter). JeffRhoades also provided' Kyle Kines (61) opens up a hole for quarterback Ken Lackscheide (3) to run through in last Friday's game at Olivet. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Jacob Cole (27) takes a quick pitch and heads outside for big yards as an Eagle defender attempts to catch him. (Photo by Perry Hardin) some big yards to the Lions' running game. Two-point conversions were tallied by Ewing (one), Cole (two). The Lions used a bit of finesse in its running schemes during the first half, but in the second half they went with mostly J.V. hoop team now 2-1 Maple Valley's junior varsity basketball team is 2­ 1 with wins over Portland St. Pats and Leslie. The Lady Lions defeated Portland 45-42. Brieann Treloar scored 13 points, Alesia VanEngen 11 points and Holly Forest 8 points. Treloar also pulled down 4 M 945-9554 rebounds and made 7 steals, while Forestjnade 3 steals. In the 46-26 triumph over Leslie, Treloar scored 12, Nikki James 11 points, Forest 8 points and Shelbi Cousins had 7 points. Treloar also collected 4 steals, James had 7 rebounds, Forest pulled down 7 caroms, Cousins collected 7 caroms and Jessie Grant dished out 6 assists and had 10 steals. Maple Valley also lost a 44-29 game to Fowler. Grant scored 9 points and made 4 steals, Treloar tallied 6 points, 7 steals and 4 rebounds and Forest scored 6, pulled down 9 rebounds and made 3 steals. power football to wear the Eagles down. Maple Valley's offensive line made sure that Olivet was weary when the game was on the line. On defense, Eric Goris and Kyle Kines were a couple of Maple Valley standouts who provided pressure against Olivet's offense. Maple Valley lost to Olivet 44-0 last season, so the victory Friday night was sort of a sweet revenge in a sense. "It was just a great high school football game," Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. "There are still four more SMAA games to play." The four-game haul begins this Friday when Maple Valley plays host to Leslie. Leslie lost to Morrenci last week 14-8. Lady Lions start hoop season with setbacks The girls varsity basketball team at Maple Valley High School had a tough start to its season with loses to Portland St. Patrick Aug. 31. and Fowler Sept. 2. The Lady Lions lost to Portland 52-38. CARD-COIN-STRMP-SPORTS SHOW SEPTEMBER 17-18-19 COLLECTIBLES: star wars • plaques racing • action toys • pokemon • comics beanies • starting lineup • magic • NASCAR Big Selections • • • Vintage Ball Cards 80 TABLES • • • LANSING MALL • • • 5330 W. Saginaw Highway (M-43) Leading the team in scoring was Jessie Cook with 18 points. She also pulled down 10 rebounds. Emily Aspinall had 6 points and 8 rebounds and Jessie Gearin added 6 points. Fowler beat M.V. 64-45. Jessie Cook was again a team leader with 20 points and 14 rebounds. Sarah Cook scored 6 points and dished out 2 assists. Both teams scored 33 points in the game's second half, so a great effort was turned in by the Lady Lions. CENTRAL GRADING Drive way, Private Roads Grating, Hauling ofDriveway Gravel, Top Soil & Stone Products 10002 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 517-726-1276 Lion Adam Watson (32) sprints up the sideline for a 45-yard plus romp in Maple Valley's big triumph versus Olivet. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Are you selfmotivated? Are you reliable? Do you work well with others? Perhaps you would enjoy working with us. We are a large, progressive dairy who specializes in milk production located in Freeport ML We have openings for several positions. Experience not necessary but helpful. We will train. Ifyou would like to be part ofour team, stop in andfill out an application. Business hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m Monday - Thursday. Bruinsma Farms, Inc. 10560 Freeport Ave., Freeport, MI 49325 (616) 765-9929 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 14.1999 - Page 12 Commission on Aging menu, schedule of events rye bread, pea salad, apple­ sauce. Monday, Sept. 20 Homemade egg salad on a bakery bun, marinated veg­ etable, peaches. Tuesday, Sept. 21 Shaved roast beef on rye bread, garbonzo bean salad, plums. Commission ofAging Lite Meals Wednesday, Sept. IS Roast beef and cheese on rye bread, pickled beets, mixed fruit. Thursday, Sept. 16 Sliced turkey breast with cheese on wheat bread, garbonzo bean salad, mandarin oranges. Friday, Sept. 17 Sliced ham and cheese on Hearty Meals Wednesday, Sept 15 Italian roll-up, broccoli with cheese sauce, wax beans, peaches. Thursday, Sept. 16 Garden rottini pasta with julienne cut ham, coleslaw, marinated vegetable, diced pears. 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Sarah Cook tallied 12 points and made 6 steals. The Lady Lions travel to Bellevue today (Tuesday) and to Pennfield Thursday. WcxxJIand Vcm sICovilIc Rd Chuck Roast $ig39Lb . social day; Woodland, trivia; Delton, trivia. Thursday, Sept. 16 Hastings, line dancing, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, social day. Friday, Sept. 17 - all sites closed. Senior Picnic 10:301:00 park. Monday, Sept. 20 Hastings, line dancing 9:30­ 11:00, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day, life line. Tuesday, Sept. 21 Hastings, footcare 9-11; Puzzle Day. Lions share lead in SMAA after jamboree performance Maple Valley's golf team moved into a tie for first place with Leslie in the SMAA with a score of 169 Now More Affordable Than Ever! Lightweight and Powerful, this new saw is a homeowner's dream. broiled cabbage, mixed veg­ etable, fresh orange. Tuesday, Sept 21 Macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, spinach, pudding. Events Wednesday, Sept. 15 Hastings, crafts; Nashville, at the Lansing Christian Jamboree. Their efforts at Lansing Christian earned them five points, while Leslie shot a 170 and earned four points. Both teams now have 10 points for the SMAA season. Olivet, coached by Maple Valley science teacher Lonnie Spencer, is in third with nine points. Michael Meade carded a fine 40, his lowest score of the year and the best recorded by any Lion swinger in 1999. Other scores used by M.V. were a 42 from Brian Burt, a 42 from Joe Elliston and a 45 from Ryan Mead. The Lions traveled to Olivet Monday and will be at Leslie on Thursday. They will also participate in the fall classic at Hastings Country Club Friday. The junior varsity team will travel to Albion Wednesday to take part in the Albion Invitational. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 38/September 21,1999 Maple Valley Schools to join pop consortium by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Maple Valley Schools will join a 10-county wide beverage consortium, after a decision reached at last week's school board meet­ ing. A motion to join passed, with all in favor except board member Frank Dun­ ham. The decision puts the school on track to join oth­ ers in soliciting bids from major beverage companies to sell their product exclu­ sively at all schools in the district, and at all sporting events. Superintendent Clark Volz said it would cost $9,500 to buy out of the high school's current con­ tract with Coca-Cola. He said income from participat­ ing in the consortium could be in excess of $40,000. "The drawback is that you are committed to sell only that product," he said. The consortium contract would be for most likely 10 years, Volz said. Dunham said he saw many drawbacks, including loss of local control, possi­ ble expenses not included in the contract and questions as to who is doing the la­ bor. "We can do the same thing as the consortium and make the same money without the exclusivity," he said. "The liabilities I see we already have," said Volz. "This is a way to bring in cash without diverting from our general fund... we can pay for a trip to Cedar Point without taking money away from spelling books." Dunham commented, " They are brainwashing the kids to say their product is better than the rest... why do we want to be a part of that?" Volz noted that the school had full control over publicity and advertisement. "This is an issue that most boards face... there are districts that vote them down and up," said Volz. Dunham said that the school could always join af­ ter they saw how things went. "Can we do that?" asked Board President Mike Call­ ton. "Yes, we can, and you re­ ally should read the contract if you're going to vote on it," replied Dunham. Board member Wayne Curtis said, "I can see what he's (Dunham) saying, but we are in a contract already and this would benefit us more." Athletic Director Rick Arnett said, "We have been down the road of us doing it ourselves. It hasn't worked out; we don't have the storage." High School Principal Todd Gonser agreed. "When we were doing it ourselves, the machines broke down and it took a while to get them fixed... they get fixed a lot more quicker now. "We at the high school are very happy with the change (the current contract) we have make and we feel it has benefited us drasti­ cally," said Arnett. "You have the informa­ tion," said Volz. "All the people I've talked to say the ability through the consor­ tium is optimal... I think if we can do that it will bene­ fit the students. The liabil­ ity is that the consortium will chose the product. There is a loss of control here." See pop consortium, pg. 2 Maplewood principal pleased with ‘Meet the Teacher Night’ Teacher Josh Meersma talks to Helen Diamond and her son Dustin who is in Meersma's class. Maplewood Principal Mary Taylor gives directions to parents on "Meet the Teacher” night last week at Maplewood. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Dawn Fletcher gets some help from her daughters Sharmen (left) and Kyahsonda selling things for the P.T.O. Meet the Teacher" night was a great success at Maplewood last week, said Maplewood Principal Mary Taylor. "We had a great turnout," Taylor said. "We had many parents and families participate." Taylor said the goal of the event was to introduce the staff to families, and "promote a good home­ school connection. "The students were able to show their parents their classrooms and lockers," explained Taylor. "We also had the chance to show our beautiful new facility at Maplewood." Students and parents milled about, talking to teachers. Superintendent Clark Volz welcomed the parents, and "Meet the Teacher" packs with supplies were handed out to the families. PTO members were on hand to sell Maplewood merchandise and candy and other items. Refreshments were made by parents, Taylor said. "We had over 14 dozen cookies made by the helping hands ofparents." In This Issue • Wanted: Alumni band director • Vermontville Bible Church plans missionary conference • Annual ‘Kiss the Pig’ contest set for Oct. 15 • Lion gridders beat Leslie 47-8 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 21,1999 - Page 2 Maple Valley Schools prepare to go ‘on line’ "This follows our long by Shawna Hubbarth term technology plan," said StaffWriter Schools in the Maple Superintendent Clark Volz. In other business at last Valley district soon will be internally wired to build a week's meeting, the board: • Officially hired new computer network, approved at last week's board meet­ employees, including agri­ culture science teacher Peter ing. Media Director David Sandford; Kelly Becklin, Anderson told the board the junior-senior high school wiring was the first step physical education; Debra toward e-mailing and Inter­ Woolsey, kindergarten; Steve McDonald, secondary net access in the schools. The wiring will cost science and math; Tonya about $49,000 and will be Sandborn, adult education; done by Eubulus Computer Christine Moran, for in­ structional care aid (she also Solutions. f ^cilL is Right r ground the Corner The Place to Go for Professional Styling S Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road 852’9481 OwnerDiana Kuempel resigned at the same meet­ ing); Chris Wyble and Becky Knoll as bus drivers, and Fawn Magoon for adult education community repre­ sentative. • Approved four weeks of medical leave for Brenda Hawkins. • Released a student to the Charlotte Alternative Education program. • Approved all fall sports coaches. • Approved matching a gifted and talented grant from the state. 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There is a machine in the teacher's lounge. Dunham said that he did Eighth grade eagers open with two wins The eighth grade girls basketball team at Maple Valley opened the year with two wins, beating Leslie 42-29 and St. Philip 31-22. Megan Garvey led the Lady Lions with 15 points, 5 steals and 7 rebounds versus Leslie, while Stephanie Joostberns added 11 points and 7 rebounds. Amber Terberg and Jamie Hayes netted 4 points and Heidi McCrimmon and Hillary Krolik each scored 2 points. In last Wednesday's triumph against St. Phil, Joostberns topped the team with 17 points, 3 steals and 4 rebounds. Garvey added 12 points, 7 steals and 8 rebounds. Meagan Putnam had 2 points, 2 steals and 3 rebounds. The first half ended with the Lions holding a 14-12 lead, but in the second half a strong defensive effort resulted in many steals that netted 17 points. 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Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.............................. 7 Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 .Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Phone: 543-5488 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer ot Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ot M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 1 a.m. (Nursery Provided) .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. REV. ERIC LISON Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: AM.. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................. 7 P m- REV. ALAN METTLER, Sunday A.M. Worship ..................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship . PASTOR-RANQY, SMITH , Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. AM.. Service.................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.................................... 6 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................ 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time.............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class...................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School.......................... 9:45 A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 1 a.m. S.unday Schoo W.orship.......... .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m.- (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 21,1999 - Page 6 OT/PT/SLP Come Join Our New In-House Therapy Program! Thomapple Manor is accepting applications for full-time OTR & PT, as well as part-time SLP (with potential to expand hours) for our new in-house Rehab department. Work in a team oriented en­ vironment with the opportunity to grow professionally, develop programs and provide quality therapy services to our residents. Qualified candidates will be motivated, have long term care ex­ perience and a cunent MI license. Thomapple Manor offers ex­ cellent compensation including a benefits package, paid proces­ sional dues and continued education. Interested candidates, please submit your resume in confidence to: Administrator, 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058. Fax: 616-945-5380. 'ffiornapple 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE BIRDSEED'S Sunflower Seed and Wild Bird Seed HUNTING HEADQUARTERS All Your Hunting Supplies and Licenses Bow Hunting Contest Just Register by Oct. 9 ASHVILLE HARDWARE MlHOURS: Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.» 0 1 I I i I 852-07*13 Shoups celebrate 60th anniversary Jane and Jerry Shoup celebrated their 60th anniversary on September 3rd. The both have been in the Nashville area for 50 years. They also have three chil­ dren, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 0 I 1999 - 2000 Maple Valley Adult Education I High School Completion, Adult Basic Education GED Preparation & Vocational Classes Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. All others may take a class for $75.00 for 8 weeks. I i a Adult II I I IIi II I i 1 II I I I I Evening Classes - Monday Through Thursday Kellogg Building 324 Queen St., Nashville, MI 6:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Evening Classes Begin September 13,1999 MONDAY TUESDAY Computer Science - D. Anderson • Excel • Word • Access • Power Point Civics/World History - C. Parkinson Independent Study English - C. Parkinson WEDNESDAY THURSDAY U.S. History - D. Hustwick Independent Study - D. Hustwick World Geography - D. Hustwick Science - T. Mix Math - T. Mix Independent Study - T. Mix Adult Daytime Classes Begin September 13,1999 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. . 324 Queen St., Nashville MI Math World History World Geography Consumer Education Civics U.S. History English Science Physical Education/Health Computer Science I I I I i ! ■ Enroll Today! Maple Valley Community Education Office Hours are: 7:30am - 10pm Mon. thru Thurs.; Fri. 7:30am - 4pm Call 852-9794 or 852-2145 to enroll Hayes Green Beach to host Health Fair Saturday A Hayes Green Beach Hospital traditional returns this month with the 1999 Health Fair. A wide range of free and low-cost screenings and ser­ vices will be provided at the hospital’s Professional Office Building, 123 Lansing St.in Charlotte. “This is an opportunity for HGB to give back to the community,” said Connie Sutton, HGB Community Education Director. “At the Health Fair, we provide many useful services that can make a difference in the well-being ofthe community members who participate.” The 1999 Health fair will begin at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, and will continue until noon. Services avail­ able will include screenings for blood pressure, hearing, vision, skin cancer, foot health, allergies, respiratory health, colorectal cancer, heart health, cholesterol and blood sugar. Other services will include a senior-fitness area, immunizations and ambulance tours. Appointments are not nec­ essary to participate in the 1999 HGB Health Fair. For more information, call (517) 543-1050, extension 251. For Sale Auto 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power ! i windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, welll maintained, in great condition jDSid<? &QUk$15.5QQOBQ. 948­ 0502.............. Gerald “Doc” and Dolores “Dee” (Woodruff) Mater were married on October 1, 1949. They have one son and two grandchildren. Family and friends are invited for cake and coffee in honor of their 50th anniversary at their home at 1282 S. M-66 Highway, Nashville, Sunday, October 3, from 2 to 5 p.m. No gifts, please. Hamiltons to celebrate 25th anniversary Steve and Lynette Hamilton of Hastings, Mich, will be celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary on Sept. 21st. They have three children, Craig Hamilton of Grand Rapids, Cory Hamilton of Hastings, and Dana Hamilton of Grand Rapids. Cards and letters may be sent to 517 Indian Hills Dr., Hastings, Ml 49058. DIETARY PRODUCTION MANAGER Experienced CDM, or dietetics degree, with knowledge of Clinical Nutrition Assessment to manage food service em­ ployees in a 138 bed county owned SNE Will function as Co-Department Head along with Clinical Dietary Manager (RD). Must have at least 1 year experience in long term care and working knowledge of all aspects of production, including staffing, as well as knowledge regarding nutrition assessments and care planning, etc. Excellent wages, fringes and working conditions. Please send resume along with salary history in confidence to: Administrator, Thor­ napple Manor, 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 or fax to 616-945-5380. cQibrnapple SVIanor ■?7QQ N^s.bv.ille Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 21, 1999 - Page 7 Annual ‘Kiss the Pig9 contest returns October 15 Cathy Felder. Cindy Gatewood. Kim Hanson. sen, and cans are placed around town so that people can vote with their money as to who should win the honor of kissing a pig. The can with the most money decides who will smooch the porker. Jordan the pig allegedly has been exercising his lips in anticipation for the event. Rumor has it that he has been seen running around his pen in excitement, smooching fences, and leav­ ing lip imprints in his mud hole in earnest practice. His "parents" are Debbie and Steve Graham of Nashville. Jordan has been kissing winners for four years now, so it is assumed his tech­ nique gets better and better each year (hopefully for the winner, he hasn't been tak­ ing lessons from the French.). He is very excited about his chance to be a celebrity," said Carpenter. Among the contestants are Superintendent Clark Volz, Media Director David Anderson, owner of Some­ thing Special in Nashville Kathy Hansbarger, Cathy Felder of Eaton Savings Bank of Nashville, high school teacher Cindy Gate­ wood, and high school cus­ todian Kim Hanson. Cans are located at vari­ ous merchants in town for voting. Mail-in votes can also be sent to Box 715, Nashville. Allison Avery will be announcing the winner during the halftime, and Susie Butler is the gen­ eral chairwoman of the event. Volz said of the contest, David Anderson. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter One of six lucky contes­ tants will be smooching a pig Oct. 15 during halftime at the Maple Valley football game. Now in its seventh year, the "Kiss the Pig" contest has generated more than $7,000 for the Maple Valley Scholarship Foundation, said one of its founder's Dorothy Carpenter. Six local people are cho- Cantrell to celebrate 90th birthday LPNs FALL INTO A NEW CAREER Try something com­ pletely different and new in your nursing careercorrectional healthcare, Correctional Medical Services, the nation’s leader in correctional healthcare, currently has excellent part-time opportunities for LPNs on the evening and night shift at the Calhoun County Justice Center in Battle Creek. Use all your skills daily in an ambulatory care setting. Stable company. Great pay. Contact Dorothy Henricks at 800-222-8215 X9544. EOE, DTR. FIND OUT WHY 3,000 NURSES NATION-WIDE CHOOSE CMS AS THEIR CAREER PATH!! Happy Birthday to Euin C. Cantrell (Pop), turns 90 years old on Sept. 28th. He has five children, and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He has lived in the Nashville and Battle Creek area. I am sure the others in the contest are far more deserv­ ing in the honor of kissing the pig... and I will be do­ nating generously to their cause." Felder also seemed to think the honor would go to someone else: "It sounds like a lot of fun for a good cause... oh no, I'm not going to be kissing the pig," she said. Hansbarger said laughing, "It sounds to me like Cindy Gatewood has 'hogged' up the limelight... she seems to have it all 'sown' up." The Dog House Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Claude Hine, Groomer 269 S. Pease Road Vermontville, MI 49096 Coming in Oct. to the Yellow Pages Compare To National Brands And Save! CENTRAL VITE STRESS w/Zinc 60’s 60s S/J99t■ L Compare CS, towrme/p Zssainrec to* to t Stresstabs < w/Zinc J Real Estate KALKASKA COUNTY: 5 BEAUTIFUL WOODED acres of hardwoods, includes drive­ way, grassy building/camping site, adjoins State land, close to Torch Lake, rivers, snowmobile trails; $25,900, $500down, $320/ mo., 11% land contract, North­ ern Land Company, 1-800-9683118.www.northemlandco.com Bank Repos being sold Now! Financing available! Local list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. Good starting pay, with benefits available. Apply at: Corner Landing Restaurant 5outh Ionia Ask for Rich SUPER B ECHINACEA Complex 100’s Golden Seal 100’s $699 FORECLOSED HOMES! LOWOR$ODOWN! Gov’t& Needed for Full Service Restaurant 527-2169 Superintendent Clark Volz Good Neighbor Pharmacy Full Time Line Cook L Kathy Hansbarger. B-12 9 B-12 MAGNESIUM 1000 mcg. Time Released 60’s 250 mg. 100’s $4I99 MagnesW $2" VITAMIN INFORMATION LINE 1-800-276-2878 �The Mapie Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. September 21. 1999 — Page 8 Fuller Elementary has 7 new teachers in classrooms Andrea Kennedy said she is exerted about her first full time teaching position at Fuller. by Sbawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Fuller Elementary School has some new faces teaching this year. The district has hired five new teachers, and two have transferred from Maplewood Elementary. Rose Dunham has taken Students crowd around new music teacher Amanda Graham. Kristina Reynolds with some of her students. Jennie Bohms* place in the first grade. Bohms is on a one year leave. Dunham is not new to the district, and VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE SNOW REMOVAL ORDINANCE Ordinance #9-9-99-D 1 Clearing of sidewalks. Any owner or occupants of any property located within the Village of Nashville, shall dear any accumulations of ice or snow from the public sidewalks adjoining the property within 24 hours of the accumulation or placement of snow or ice on the sidewalks. 2. Notice of violation and order to abate. Any person determined by the Police Department to be in vi­ olation of section (1) shall be given notice of the violation and ordered to abate the violation, as follows: (a) means Service of notice and order. This notice and order may be served by any one of the following (I) In writing, by first-class mail, addressed to the owner of the properly at the last known address as shown by the village tax records. The notice and order shall at the same time also be mailed to the oc­ cupants of the property, if different than the owner. If the notice and order are served by mail, they shall be deemed received by the addressee two mail delivery days after deposit In the United States mail. (Ii) In writing, posted at the property. The notice and order shall be deemed to have been served to the owner and/or occupant, as applicable, at the time the notice and order is posted at the property. (Hi) By providing the notice and order orally, either In person or by telephone. The oral notice and or­ der shall be deemed to have been served to the owner and/or occupant, as applicable, at the time the oral notice and order are given A written confirmation of the oral notice and order shall be mailed by the village to the person served within 5 days of the oral notice and order, provided that the failure to do so shall not affect the person's obligation to comply with the oral notice and order and shall not constitute a defense to a violation of section (1). 3 Content! of notice and order. To the extent known by the village, and as applicable under the cir­ cumstances, a notice and order under this section shall include: (a) The date and time the notice was served. (b) The name and address of the person (or persons) responsible for the violation. (c) A description of the nature and location of the violations, and the provisions of this section violated. (d) The minimum corrective actions required to abate the violation. (e) A statement that the violation must be abated within 48 hours from the time notice was served. (f) An order to abate the violation by the time specified in the order (which shall be 48 hours from the time notice and order are deemed to have been received as provided by this section). (g) A statement indicating that if the violation is not abated as ordered, then the village may unilaterally act to abate the violation; that the costs to the village of any action by the village to abate the violation, plus an administrative fee and any applicable fines, shall be a personal debt of the person to the village which may be assessed by the village as a lien against the property until paid; and that the refusal to al­ low the village to abate an uncorrected violation shall constitute a separate and additional violation of this section. 4 Abasement required. Any person served with a notice and order as provided by this section shall abate the violation as specified by the order.' 5 Noncompliance with order; Abatement by village. (a) Abatement by village. If a person served with a notice and order fails or refuses to abate the vio­ lation as required by the order under this section within 48 hours of being notified of the violation, the vil­ lage or its authorized representatives may enter the property and take any reasonable actions necessary to remove the ice and snow from the sidewalks and abate the violation. (b) Costs of Abatement; Delinquent payments; Ulen, The costs, including an administrative fee of $25.00, as incurred by the village in abating the violation shall be immediately due and payable to the vil­ lage by the owner of the property where the violation occurred. The village shall notify the property owner that the costs are due and owing by certified mail (return receipt requested), addressed to the property owner's last known address as shown by the city tax records. If the costs are not paid in full within 30 days of mailing the notification, they shall be delinquent. The amount of the costs plus any administrative fee shall be certified by the treasurer to the assessor for inclusion upon the next village tax roll. The amount included in the village tax roll shall be in a lien against the property which may be enforced and discharged by the village in the same manner as a tax lien. The costs of abatement, if any, recovered by the village shall be in addition to any civil fines, damages, expenses or costs payable to the village as a result of a violation. (c) Abatement by Village Not Detente to Violation. The abatement by the village of a violation of this section and subsequent recovery of abatement costs incurred by the village shall not be a defense to any action by the village against any person for the violation, including without limitation, any action by the vil­ lage to collect civil fines, damages, expenses or costs as authorized by law. 6. Nuisance per >e; Injunctive relief, A violation of this section is deemed to be a nuisance per se. In addition to any other remedy available at law, the village may bring an action for an injunction or other process against a person, to restrain, prevent or abate any violation of this section. 7. Severability, The various parts, sections and clauses of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be sev­ erable. If any part, sentence, paragraph, section or clause is adjudged unconstitutional or invalid by a court or competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the Ordinance shall not be affected thereby. 8. Effective Date, This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect within twenty days from its passage and publication according to law. Ayes: Wheeler, White, Wolff, Kenyon, Pash, Dunham, Mapes. Nays: none. Passed - September 9,1999 Effective - October 11, 1999 Dermis MaEes Village President Cathy Lentz Richard Eggers stands by the new playground equipment being installed at Fuller. Capital Play Systems is putting in the equipment. Eggers said the work would be finished in two to four weeks depending on the rain. had previously been teaching at Maplewood. Paula Gujardo, also previously a Maplewood teacher is now at Fuller teaching second grade. New teacher for the PPI (Preprimary Impaired) is Kristina Reynolds. Reynolds lives in Sunfield. "I am very excited to be here," she said. "We have lots of fun things planned. Jean Willbur from Battle Creek is the new EMI (Educable Mentally Impaired) teacher. She said what she is looking forward to most is the growth the students will make in a year. Andrea Kennedy is a new teacher in the EI/LD (Emotional Impairment/Leaming Disabilities) classroom. She lives in Lansing. "This is my first full-time teaching position, I am happy to be here and work with the students," she said. Debra Woolsey from East Lansing teaches young fives in the a.m. and kindergarten in the p.m. Music teacher Amanda Graham said she will focusing on bringing music Continued next page NOTICE The Village of Nashville will be flushing hydrants on September 27 to October 1, 1999. You may experience rusty water. Nashville DPW 103 PUBLIC NOTICE ON AMENDING THE BUDGET The Township Board of the Township of Vermontville will hold a public hearing to amend the 1999/2000 budget. The Truth-in-Taxation hearing will be held before the regular monthly board meeting on September 30, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the Vermontville Opera House, located at 219 S. Main St., Vermontville, Michigan. The purpose of this hearing will be to include the millage rates as part of the budget. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services wishing to attend the meeting should contact the Clerk, Marcia Grant, at 517-726-0032 or 517-726-0750 at least three (3) days prior to the meeting date. Marcia K. Grant, Clerk 5150 Round Lake Rd. Vermontville, Ml 49096 517-726-0032 Village Clerk .. trit U -.> •>»(/ 4' O > 7 VW V V L* O © ©*j© »• Off I ■ U O r f>t’C4 V C C V VVJP «■ ©XJP w «? < • 4 A . « �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 21,1999 - Page 9 VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE PUBLIC STREETS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY ORDINANCE LionelPunx^: Ordinance #9-9-99-E The purpose of this public streets and nghts-of-way ordinance is to regulate and control the use of public streets, sidewalks, approaches and rights-of-way and to establish standards pertaining to the installation of improvements within the public streets and rights-of-way. Definitions: Unless otherwise indicated, the terms used in this Ordinance are defined as follows: (a) Alley - A public or legally established private thoroughfare, other than a street, affording a secondary means of vehicular ac­ cess to abutting property and not intended for general traffic circulation. fcl Approach - A hard surfaced area connecting a street with an off-street parking area, truck well, maneuvering lane or drive­ way as defined herein or defined in the Zoning Ordinance. (cl Curb- A part of the street usually of the same elevation as the center of the street, which is parallel to the street which sep­ arates the portion of the roadway established for vehicular traffic from the adjacent greenbelt area. (bl Riqht-pf-Way - The area dedicated or used by the public for vehicular or pedestnan traffic and tor the placement of pnNir or private utilities, including sanitary sewers, storm drains, water mains and storm ditches. (61 Sidewalk - A slab of concrete generally parallel with the street and usually located one (1) foot from the property fine in the public right-of-way. (fl Street - That portion of a public thoroughfare improved, designed or ordinarily used for vehicular traffic, including curbs on paved roads and shoulders on unimproved thoroughfares. (91 Utility Campany - Any public or private corporation holding or exercising a franchise in the Village of Nashville for the distrib­ ution of natural gas, water, electricity, cable television or other such services within the Village General Permit Requirements A. It shall be unlawful to construct or lay any pavement for any public street, sidewalk, alley, approach or other public right-of-way, to repair the same, to make any excavation within the public right-of-way, excluding snowplowing, or to construct any improve­ ment within the public right-of-way without first having secured a permit from the Village. B. It shall be unlawful to install, place, erect, construct, place or maintain any bumps, fences, gates, chains, bars pipes or other structures within the public right-of-way. C. It shall be unlawful to install, construct or place any earthen mound with a grade variance of more than six (6") inches, boulders, shrubs, trees, landscape forms or sculptures exceeding six (6") inches in height within the public right-of-way. D. It shall be unlawful to remove or alter any pavement, tree, street identification sign or marker, lawn, fire hydrant or other im­ provement placed in the right-of-way by the Village of Nashville without first obtaining a permit from the village. E. It shall be unlawful to install any utility poles, towers, water mains, and sewers. Pipes, culverts, sidewalks, or any other such struc­ ture within the public right-of-way without first securing a permit from the village. F. Unless a permit has been authorized by the DPW Superintendent and issued by the Village Office, it shall be unlawful to estab­ lish any roadside stand within the public right-of-way, nor shall any person sell anything within such public right-of-way t Street Cuts and Excavations. A. Except as otherwise provided herein, it shall be unlawful to grade, regrade, reshape, modify, or alter the surface grade of any Jean Willbur reads a story to her students. Vermontville Residents The Village of Vermontville will be flushing hydrants September 22 & 23 beginning at approximately 9:00 p.m. This may cause temporary discoloration of the water. Vermontville Village Council 102 From previous page appreciation of different styles to the children. "We will try to keep it fun and enjoyable," she said. Garage Sale GARAGE SALE Fri. & Sat., Sept. 24 & 25 at 6334 Thornapple Lake Rd., Lot 37. Rain or shine-lots ofthings for everyone. NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NOTICE TO THE ELECTORS OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE: Take notice that Nashville Vil­ lage Ordinance 9-9-99-A which provides for Non Partisan Elections was adopted pursuant to Act No. 235 of The Public Acts of 1998, as amended, on 9-9-99, and will take effect forty-five (45) days after the date of adoption unless a petition signed by not less than ten percent (10%) of the regis­ tered electors of the village is filed with village clerk within the forty-five (45) day period, in which case the ordinance shall take effect upon approval at an election held on the question. Date: 9-10-99 Published: 9-21-99 Cathy Lentz Village Clerk street or public right-of-way without first obtaining a permit pursuant to the provisions of this Ordinance. B. It shall be unlawful to do any grading or other activity within the public right-of-way that creates a nuisance or contributes to the accumulation of standing water which constitutes a safety or health hazard. C. It shall be unlawful to make any excavation or opening in or to tunnel under any street, roadway or any portion of a public right­ of-way without first obtaining a permit pursuant to the provision of this Ordinance. The DPW Superintendent may, if the public safety requires, grant immediate permission to a person to make a necessary opening or excavation within the public right-ofway provided that a permit required by this Ordinance is obtained on the next following business day. D. It shall be unlawful to install, replace or alter a driveway approach, sidewalk, culvert, enclose a ditch or make a sewer or water tap without first securing a permit in accordance with the provisions of this Ordinance and other ordinances of the village. E. It shall be unlawful to construct, alter or cut any opening in or through any curb in any street or public right-of-way without first obtaining a permit pursuant to the provisions of this Ordinance. F. All openings, excavations or obstructions in a street, sidewalk or any portion of the public right-of-way, shall be properly barricaded and illuminated with barriers and flashing beacons as required by the State of Michigan Manual of Traffic Control devices to prevent injury or damage to persons or vehicles. Rashing beacons shall be installed at all construction sites to provide ade­ quate notice and warning to both pedestrians and vehicular traffic. G. All openings, excavations and tunnels in a street, sidewalk or any portion of the public right-of-way shall be properly shored and braced in accordance with all standards promulgated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA), to insure the safety of all workers and prevent cave-ins and washouts which would likely cause damage to the surface grade of the street or adjoining portions of the public right-of-way. If it appears that there is a danger to the public safety, the Village has the authority to install any and all barricades, warning signs and other such devices that it may deem necessary and may charge the permit holder for such fees and costs incurred in pro pro-­ tecting the public. The Village shall undertake no liability for private construction activities occurring within any portion of the public right-of-way. H. The DPW Superintendent or his designate shall have authority to temporarily close any street, sidewalk or right-of-way when it is deemed an unsafe condition, or if the street, sidewalk or right-of-way is unsuitable for use. Barriers and signs shall be erected indicating that the street, sidewalk or right-of-way is closed to public travel. It shall be unlawful to drive or travel over such por­ tion of the street, sidewalk or right-of-way closed to the public travel, except when such travel is incident to repair construction or maintenance work performed therein. I. It shall be unlawful to interfere with or disturb any barricade, fencing, signs or lights lawfully placed to protect! mark or il­ luminate any obstruction, excavation, repair site or opening in any street, sidewalk or any portion of the public right-of-way. Sidewalks A. It shall be unlawful to install, construct, repair or reconstruct any sidewalk within the public right-of-way without first hav­ ing secured the permission of the Village and having secured a permit as required under this Ordinance or any other ap­ plicable Ordinance. B. The Village Council may order the construction, reconstruction or repair of sidewalks in any designated area within the Village if in the interest of the health, safety and welfare of the public; or perform or have performed on its behalf the con­ struction, reconstruction or repair on such terms and conditions as the Village council deems appropriate. C. The Village Council shall determine whether the sidewalks to be constructed, reconstructed or repaired shall be paid for by agreement with the abutting property owners, invoice, or by special assessment to the abutting property owners or by some other arrangement. D. All sidewalks within the Village shall be kept and maintained in good repair by the owner of the land and premises adja­ cent to the abutting upon the same. Regularly, the DPW Superintendent will inspect village sidewalks and prepare a list for replacement the following year. The Village Council prior to seeking bids will approve the replacement list. All property owners will be notified by letter that sidewalk replacement is planned and the anticipated cost. Application Procedure A. Application for a permit under the terms and conditions of this Chapter and any other applicable provision of the Village Ordinance shall be made on forms provided by the Village, and shall be accompanied by plans and specifications show­ ing the proposed work to be performed within the public right-of-way. B. Application for a pennit shall not be approved unless it contains all of the required information, is accompanied by re­ quired plans, which conform to the applicable provisions of the Village Ordinances and Regulations and is accompanied by the payment of the application fee as established by resolution of the Village Council. The proposed plans and spec­ ifications shall be reviewed by appropriate Village departments depending on the nature of the work to be performed. Bond and Hold Harmless Requirement As a condition of obtaining a permit, the applicant shall be required to file with the Village a performance bond, insurance policy, cash deposit, or letter of credit in an amount established by the Village Council by resolution, which shall be utilized to ensure performance of improvements as approved and to pay claims for damages resulting from activity within the pub­ lic right-of-way. Moreover, the applicant shall execute an agreement to defend and indemnify the Village and to hold the Vil­ lage harmless in the event a claim arises out of an activity conducted by the applicant within the right-of-way. Inspection of Work; Suspension or Revocation of Permit NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NOTICE TO THE ELECTORS OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE: Take notice that Nashville Vil­ lage Ordinance No. 9-9-99B which provides for the appointment of the Nashville Village Treasurer was adopted pursuant to Act No. 235 of the Public Acts of 1998, as amended, September 9,1999, and will take effect forty-five (45) days after the date of adoption unless a petition signed by not less than ten percent (10%) of the registered electors of the village is filed with the Village Clerk within the forty-five (45) day period, in which time the ordinance takes effect upon the approval at an elec­ tion held on the question. Date: 9-10-99 Published: 9-21-99 Cathy Lentz Village Clerk All work done pursuant to any permit issued pursuant to this Chapter shall be inspected by the Village under the direc­ tion of the DPW Superintendent to determine that the work conforms with the applicable Village Ordinances. The Superin­ tendent may suspend or revoke any permit where the workmanship or materials used do not conform to the approved plans and specifications and the applicable provisions of this Ordinance or other applicable Ordinances. Violation of the terms and conditions contained in this Chapter or any other applicable Ordinance or provision may result in the permit being revoked. It shall be unlawful to perform any work authorized by any permit or cause any work to be performed after permit has been suspended or revoked. Review Procedure A. If a permit is refused, suspended or revoked, the applicant may within ten (10) days of the denial, suspension or revoca­ tion, appeal that determination in writing to the Village Council. The Village Council shall, after providing notice, conduct a hearing concerning the refusal, suspension or revocation. After conducting the public hearing, the Village Council shall either affirm, modify or reverse the decision of the DPW Superintendent. The decision of the Village council shall be final. 8. All operations for which a permit is granted pursuant to the terms of this Chapter shall be under the direction and super­ vision of the DPW Superintendent. The DPW Superintendent or his designate shall have the authority to promulgate rules and regulations in order to implement the terms and provisions of this Ordinance. Conflict Between Laws Should any article, section, subsection, paragraph sentence or phrase of this ordinance be declared by a court of com­ petent jurisdiction to be invalid such decision shall not effect the validity of the ordinance as a whole or any part thereof other than the part so declared to be invalid. NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NOTICE TO THE ELECTORS OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE: Take notice that Nashville Vil­ lage Ordinance No. 9-9-99C which provides for the appointment of the Nashville Village Clerk was adopted pursuant to Act No. 235 of the Public Acts of 1998, as amended, on September 9, 1999, and will take effect forty-five (45) days after the date of adoption unless a petition signed by not less than ten percent (10%) of the registered electors of the village is filed with the village clerk within the forty-five (45) day period, in which event the ordinance takes effect upon the approval at an election held on the question. Date: 9-10-99 Published: 9-21-99 Cathy Lentz Village Clerk Penalties for Violation Any person, firm, corporation or other entity who violates any term or provisions of this ordinance is responsible for a mu­ nicipal civil infraction and shall be subject to a civil fine of $50.00 for the first violation, S150.00 for a second violation and $300.00 for a third or subsequent violation, and shall be liable for the payment of costs in an amount of not less than $9.00 and not more than $500.00. Provisions of this ordinance need not be complied with to the extent a person has obtained a lawful franchise from the vil­ lage' Effective Date This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect within twenty days from its passage and publication according to law. Ayes: Wheeler, White, Wolff, Kenyon, Pash, Dunham, Mapes. Nays: None Passed - September 9,1999 Effective - October 11,1999 Dennis Mapes Village President Cathy Lenz Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, September 21, 1999 - Page 10 It’s all Lions in 47-8 win over Leslie Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt says that each week his Lions' varsity football team has improved. Maple Valley showed such improvement last Friday with a convincing 47-8 victory against Leslie at home. After starting out the year with three wins on the road, the Lions made their first appearance on their home field and did not disappoint their home crowd. "So far since the FORECLOSED HOMES Low or $0 Down! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Local Listings, I-800-501-1777 ext. 5224 scrimmage, we have gotten better each week," Mittelstaedt said. The Lions ran for 266 yards and six scores and started tallying points early, thanks to stellar defensive play. Chris Ripley A interception gave Maple Valley the ball and a sixyard run by Richard Smith made it 6-0 with 9:27 to play in the first quarter. The Lions went for two points after the score with Adam Watson running it in. The success Maple Valley had on the ground had a lot to do with the work of its linemen and its ends. Contributors included center Matt Thome, guard Kyle Kines, guard Chad VanEngen, tackle Eric Goris, tackle Kyle Lackscheide, end Nathan Swift and end Justin VanAlstine. "The offensive line was HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates — outstanding; they really took charge," Mittelstaedt said. Quarterback Ken Lackscheide scored the Lions' second touchdown with a one-yard sneak and Jacob Cole provided the extra points to put the score at 16-0 with 4:29 to play in the first quarter. Leslie (0-4, 0-2) fired back and reached pay dirt to trim it to 16-8, but Maple Valley wasted no time and got the points back with a second quarter score. Smith's second touchdown, this time from two yards out, and his twopoint conversion extended the Lions' lead to 24-8, but the home team still had some points to chalk up before half. A five-yard jaunt from Andy Ewing with 57 seconds left in the half and a two-point pass from Lackschede to VanAlstine made the intermission score 32-8. In the third quarter, Ewing ran one in from 10 yards and Jason Abfalter booted an extra point, giving the Lions a 40-8 advantage. The final score came with 11:09 in the fourth quarter when Tim Wawiernia dove in from one yard out. Abfalter's kick made it a 47­ 8 finale. Rushing the ball, Smith Jason Abfalter (6) sneaks in as Matt Thome (71) and Kyle Kines (61) spring the blocks. (Photo by Perry Hardin) gained 58 yards on 10 carries, Cole 46 yards on seven carries, Jeff Rhoades 40 yards on two carries, Ewing 39 yards on seven carries, Watson 35 yards on 10 carries and Ken Lackschiede 19 yards on three carries. Lackscheide also supplied a punt that went 48 yards. On defense, Maple Valley received 11 tackles from Rhoades, 10 tackles from Smith, five tackles and a quarterback sack from Travis Kersjes, four tackles from Cole and three tackles each from Jeff Jones, Wawiernia and Jason Warmer. Maple Valley's varsity plays at Bellevue (2-2, 1-1) this week. The Broncos beat Stockbridge last Friday, 28­ 19. Season starts with busy week for M.V. runners Most people can't imagine running 5K (3.1 miles) in an entire year. The Maple Valley cross country teams did that, multiply by five, in one week. The Lions ran competitively on five occasions during a busy opening week. Following their own invitational, in which both M.V. teams placed second, the Lions ran at Bath, Middleville, Laingsburg and Marshall. At Bath, the lone Lion medalist was Cassady Murphy who was 22nd in 22:09. At the TK Invitational at Gun Lake last Monday, the girls were second out of 10 teams in the Kellogg Division. Murphy ran fifth in 22:24, Hayley Todd was 10th in 22:52, Terilynn VanOrder was 14th and Carissa Keasler was 18th. The boys team placed sixth. Leading the way were senior co-captains Ken Rhodes in 14th and Ryan Emerick in 24th. There were 71 total runners. At Lainsburg last concluded with Marshall's Tuesday, the girls were third Cornwells Turkeyville and the boys fourth in the course last Thursday. The quadrangular meet included seven-team field. Murphy garnered her Lansing Eastern, Charlotte, fourth medal of the season Lansing Everett and with a sixth place 21:51. Marshall. The boys defeated Everett Todd and Keasler each picked up their third medals. 22-33, but lost to the other Todd was 10th in 22:39 and three programs. The girls Keasler was 19th in 23:52. did not come up with a win. Murphy was third, Todd Michelle Silsbee was 32nd in 26:07, Carri Emerick was eighth, Keasler 18th, 33rd in 26:22 and Camille Silsbee 23rd, VanOrder 31st, Emerick 39th and Wieland was 37th in 29:58. 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Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. September 21, 1999 - Page 11 Area runners achieve top times at TK Invitational 1^11 te»s*^4 liJfi srafil ■'■^jtaiiij.H SB’S fold ty MWt Ski Illi, Mil hH 31a,E»tndMai aria W&Lte ESH i JfeWlMli jstffl tefeHWifai !Saiaf fiikjili* ns ti;M ii M "ji tai 11 i M fctol jalfIMiiHls g ’WMW jut J'toM Runners enjoy taking part in the TK Invitational at Gun Lake each fall because they know they can count on achieving one of their season best times. And their expectations were true to form last Tuesday as top times were recorded by many of the athletes on hand, including some sparkling efforts from a few ofthe area thinclads. The Thornapple Kellogg High School girls' team won the Middleville Division with an outstanding team score of 22. The Lady Trojans were first (Danielle Quisenberry), second (Melissa Quisenberry), fourth (Jen Verkerke), fifth (Chris Dood) and 10th (Katie Richter) in that race. The Lady Trojans, according to Danielle Quisenberry, are on a record­ setting pace in 1999. "Everybody is running real well; I'm really happy with our team," Danielle Quisenberry said. "(Katie) Richter ran awesome and my sister (Melissa) also ran well. It's cool." Fast times are something Danielle, and her teammates, really strive for at Gun Lake as they do at all the races they attend. "We always like to have fast times and my sister is right up there," Danielle Quisenberry said. "I really wanted to run under 19 minutes, but I have some time yet." And Quisenberry's thoughts about the team she runs on? "We had a good team last year and I think that we are even better this year," she said. "We should win the regional. The Caledonia High points in the boys and fifth in the girls with 146 points. School boys' squad also The Panther highlights scored a first place in the included two top 10 Middleville Division with a performances from Jessica 31 total. The Scots were Kellogg and Kody Louden. first (Tim Ross), second Kellogg was second in the (David Haagsma), fourth girls' Thornapple Division (Mitch Petz), fifth (Joe Lillie) and 10th (Jeff race, while Louden was third in the boys' show. Kooiman) on the sunny, but "I was proud with how I breezy afternoon at Gun ran today; it was one of my Lake. best for the year," Kellogg For Ross, the day was said. "I had to step it up at nearly perfect, as far as practice and run harder." running is concerned. Louden ran well, but feels "That's the best part, he could have ran even when the team wins," Ross better at Gun Lake. said. "We like coming here. "I wasn't really happy Our goal is to make it to with the way I ran," Louden State; we're not there yet, explained. "I know I can do but we hope to be there by A pair of Maple Valley boys look to get in front of the pack at Gun Lake. better. I have a long ways to the end of the season." go and I plan to be there by Ross' teammate and Scot Hamilton 85; 4. 1. Allendale 26; 2. 17:26; 3. Kody Louden regionals." captain Joe Lillie says their Coopersville 98; 45 . (Delton Kellogg) Hopkins 89; 3. Fennville Maple Valley competed in squad has a lot going for Delton Kellogg 146; 6. 17:37; 4. Kyle 95; 4. Grand Rapids Baptist the Kellogg Division, them. Calvin Christian 163; 7. 117; 5. Tri Unity 120; 6. Williams (Delton finishing second in the girls "I think our chemistry is Comstock Park 167; 8. Kellogg) 17:49; 5. Steve Maple Valley 151; 7. with 57 points and sixth in great," Lillie said. "As soon Byron Center 169; 9. VanAntwerspen Saranac 163; 8. North Hills the boys with 151 points. as the freshmen get Godwin DNF. 195; 9. Freedom Baptist (Coopersville) 17:49.3); 6. Cassady Murphy and Hayley consistent, we will be fine. Top 10 213; 10. Parchment DNF. Matt Vereecke (West Todd both managed Top 10 We will take it one race at a 1. Megan Peters Catholic) 17:55; 7. Tom Top 10 finishes for the Lady Lions. time." (Hamilton) 20:28; 2. Popma (Kelloggsville) 1. Luke Williams A total of 29 teams took Jessica Kellogg 17: 56; 8. Jesse Breimayer (Hopkins); 2. Aaron Middleville Division part in the TK Invitational (Delton Kellogg) (Rogers) 17:57; 9. John Ritsema (Tri Unity); 3. Joe Girls Monday including 20: 38; 3. Amy Tomlinson Havenga (Hamilton) 18:04; VanHorn (Allendale); 4. 1. Thornapple Thornapple Kellogg, 10. Billy Roberts Ryan Klingeman Kellogg 22; 2. Lowell (Kelloggsville) 20:47); 4. Caledonia, Lakewood, (Delton Kellogg) (Allendale); 5. Aaron 86; 3. South Christian Lindsay Parker (Rogers) Maple Valley and Delton 18: 09. Smeckert (Allendale); 6. 93;4. Plainwell 109; 5. East 21: 34; 5. Alexis Smith Kellogg. (Kelloggsville) 21:49; 6. Kellogg Division Baron Colbert (Allendale); Grand Rapids 123; 6. Thornapple Kellogg's Girls 7. Richard Stein (Hopkins); Caledonia 131; 7. Forest Sara Stevenberg (Hamilton) boys finished ninth in the 1. Hopkins 44; 2 . 8. Chris Buist (Allendale); Hills Northern 131; 8. 21:49; 7. Katie Roersma Middleville Division with Maple Valley 50; 3. Tri 9. Ben Watson (Allendale); Lakewood 203; 9. (West Catholic) 21:54; 8. 229 points, while Erin Hop (Kelloggsville) Unity 59; 4. Fennville 65; 10. Jessee Vandershuur Wayland 262. Caledonia's girls were sixth (Allendale). 5. Freedom Baptist 127. 21:59; 9. Casey Lemienx Top 10 with 131 points. ° Times not available foi Top 10 1. Danielle (Coopersville) 22:02; 10. Lakewood also took part Kellogg Division boys race. 1. Grace Kelly (Grand Alicia Bertram Quisenberry in the Middleville Division, Rapids Baptist) 20:48; 2. (Thornapple Kellogg) (Kelloggsville) 22:11. scoring 203 for eighth place Farm Boys Anna Hott (Tri Unity) 1 19:11; 2. Melissa in the girls' race and 140 for 20:49; 3. Brooke Brenner AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite 1. West Catholic 58; 2. Quisenberry sixth place in the boys' (Hopkins) 21:16; 4. Becky orCalcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton (Thornapple Kellogg) Godwin 71; 3. Delton event. Viking Jeremy Frost Kellogg 87; 4. Rogers Hewitt (Parchment) 22:18; 517-852-9691 19:38; 3. Heidi Saunders collected a Top 10 finish 97; 5. Coopersville 122; 6. 5. Cassady Murphy (Plainwell) 20:15; 4. Jen with a ninth place, 18:00. NationalAds (Maple Valley) 22:24; Verkerke (Thornapple Kelloggsville 135; 7. Delton Kellogg took part Calvin Christian 195; 8. Kellogg) 20:16; 5. 6. Fawn Carr (Fennville) HOMEWORKERS in the Thomapple Division, Chris Dood Comstock Park 213; 9. 22:28; 7. Mary Slawson NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ finishing third with 87 cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ (Thornapple Kellogg) Hamilton DNF; Byron (Fennville) 22:32; 8. Rachel ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ Center DNF 21:39; 6. Betsy Frayer Ritsema (Tri Unity) 22:36; 3085 Ext.#1400 24hrs. Top 10 (East Grand Rapids) 21:43; 9. Sandra Kraima (Hopkins) 1. Dan Kasporzicz 7. Lisa Llajciakowski 22:45; 10. Hayley Todd (Maple Valley) 22:52. (Lowell) 21:43; 8. Katie (Godwin) 16:43; 2. Tommy Boys Clements (Lowell) 21:45; Clifford (West Catholic) 9. Holly Plattner (Lowell) 21:46; 10. Katie Richter (Thornapple Kellogg) 21:48. Boys 1. Caledonia 31; 2. Wednesday, Sept. 22 OFFERING COMPLETE Elementary Schools Forest Hills Northern 67; 3. Choose One - Chicken WATER & WELL (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) DRILLING & PUMP Plainwell 105; 4. South nuggets, pizza, chicken Lunch Menus Christian 110; 5. Wayland sandwich, burger bar. Wednesday, Sept. 22 SALES & SERVICE 132; 6. Lakewood 140; Choose Two - garden salad, Chicken nuggets, mashed 7. Lowell 170; 8. East potatoes, pineapple, roll, 1/2 4” TO 12” WELLS mashed potatoes, pineapple, Grand Rapids 200; 9. pt. milk. juice, milk. • Residential Thornapple Kellogg Thursday, Sept. 23 Thursday, Sept. 23 • Commercial 229. Choose One - Com dog, H.S.-Dominos. Pepperoni • Farm Top 10 pizza, green beans, fresh pizza, cheeseburger, taco We stock a complete line of... 1. Tim Ross bar. Choose Two - garden fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. • Pumps • Tanks (Caledonia) 15:49; salad, green beans, fresh Friday, Sept. 24 • Plastic & Steel Pip David Haagsma fruit, juice, milk. Pancake on a stick, potato • Other Well Supplies Friday, Sept. 24 (Caledonia) 16:27; 3. wedge, applesauce, choco­ Choose One - Rib sand­ Brian Cool (Plainwell) late pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. WE OWN OUR OWN wich, pizza, chicken sand­ 17:07; 4. Mitch Petz Monday, Sept. 27 EQUIPMENT & DO (Caledonia) 17:26; 5. Turkey submarine, carrot wich, salad bar. Choose Two OUR OWN WORK. - garden salad, potato wedge, Joe Lillie (Caledonia) sticks, pineapple tidbits, Matthew D. Ewing mE applesauce, juice, milk. 17:29; 6. Eugene Kreys M&M cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Owner Monday, Sept. 27 Tuesday, Sept. 28 (FHN) 17:32; 7. Jed GRAVEL WELLS Cheeseburger, green Choose One - Ravioli, DeGroot (Wayland) 17:50; A SPECIALTY 8. Josh VanLaan (South beans, peaches, oatmeal pizza, chicken sandwich, Estimates A vailable salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ Christian) 17:54; 9. muffin square, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ den salad, broccoli and Jeremy Frost (Lakewood) 18:00; 10. mentary will be serving cheese, pineapple, juice, breakfast this year starting milk. Jeff Kooiman the first ofthe school year. Tuesday, Sept. 28 (Caledonia) 18:07. Choose One - Macaroni Thornapple Division (517) and cheese. Choose Two Girls 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. Maple Valley Jr./Sn garden salad, green beans, 1. Kelloggsville 46; 2. 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(517) 541-0591 (517) 627-8888 s 1 Maple Valley's junior varsity football team opened the year Aug. 26 with a SO14 win over Union City. The Chargers were held scoreless until the fourth quarter. The Lions scored three times on the ground and once through the air. Eric Smith scored the first six points with a six-yard run early in the second quarter. Six minutes later, quarterback Darin Thrun connected on a 45-yard pass play to Jeremy Wiser. The two point conversion was carried in by Jacob Skelton. Skelton scored two more times on runs of four and 14 yards. Mike Hirneiss added another extra point. Maple Valley's other two points came off a safety when Union City was penalized in the end zone. Wiser was the leading rusher with 80 yards and he also caught two balls for 66 yards. Skelton had 71 yards and Hirneiss managed 49 yards. The defense had 19 players who racked up tackles. Eric Smith led with nine, Tom Griffen had seven and Jason Silsbee added five. The JV team stomped Morrice 61-14 in its second game. Smith scored four times on runs of 40, 20 and 51 yards and an interception return that covered 32 yards. Smith was also the leading tackler with nine bone crushers. Skelton, Hirneiss and Bryan Dunlap each had rushing touchdowns. Thrun connected with John Terberg for an aerial touchdown. He also scored on a quarterback keeper. Two point conversions were tallied on a Thrun throw to Wiser and a Britt Leonard toss to Dunlap. Isaac Franco booted three extra points. Ben Swan had eight tackles and Dunlap managed seven. Tom Patrick and Jimmy Hirneiss each had interceptions. La Leche League to meet Sept. 23 The La Leche League will For further information meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, about La Leche Leaguee or Sept. 23, at 5777 Irish Road, help with breastfeeding call Vermontville. Kathy Othmer at (517) 726­ The name La Leche is 1264. Spanish and means “the milk.” A nonsectarian, non profit organization, La Leche League’s purpose is to offer encouragement, inforinfor­ mation and support to women wanting to breast­ The Moore School feed their babies. Reunion will be at 1 p.m. Those who are breastfeed­ Saturday, Sept. 25, at Good ing or pregnant and thinking Time Pizza in Nashville. about breastfeeding are wel­ come to come. During meet­ ings, the group informally discusses different phases of breastfeeding. The topic for this month’s meeting will be “Weaning and Nutrition.” The group also has a lend­ ing library with topics on pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, child devel­ opment, and nutrition. Moore School Reunion slated to place Pork Steaks Gallon 24 Oz. Delicious Hot! 28 Oz. Box 32 Oz., Mott’s 100% Whole Milk Cottage Cheese COCO Wheats Apple Juice MU'* 32 Oz- Gatorade $149 (Everyday) Mm ^LACIER FREEgg, Vermontville Grocery - and Ph 726-0640 Fresh Meat Market IGA Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-09-28.pdf 2b5c7a1862645e9521d4f92bb0efda83 PDF Text Text BULK ^ POSTAGE PAID MI 49Q$g Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 39/September 28,1999 MV Scholarship Foundation co-founders are grand marshals by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Preparations are under way for Homecoming Fri­ day, Oct. 1, at the high school. Maple Valley will face Webberville for the varsity home game. The Lions al- Dorthy Carpenter (left) and Junia Jarvie will be this years homecoming parade grand marshals. They are shown here in a file photo with Superintendent Clark Volz when they received recognition from the school board last year for their work with the Maple Valley Scholarship Foundation. Prince/Princess court includes (back from left) Levi McIntire, Junior, Kevin Ripley, Sophmore, Eric Smith, Freshman, Amy Dawson (front, left) Junior, Alesia VanEgen, Sophmore, and Michelle Silsbee, Freshman. ready are 5-0 in the season. The traditional Home­ coming parade will start in Nashville at 6 p.m. Dorthy Carpenter and Junia Jarvie will be honored as grand marshals ofthe pa- See homecomng, pg. 2 Community service open house planned by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Nashville Fire De­ partment, the Department of Public Works, the Nashville Police Department and Emergency Services will come together to be hosts for a Community Service Night Open House from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, at the fire department. The open house will co­ incide with Fire Prevention Week which is the first week of October annually, said Earl Wilson of the fire department. The open house will serve to introduce community service workers to the public, show new equipment in the departments, hand out pamphlets and other infor­ mation to the children and adults, and share refresh­ ments. "This is really a coopera­ tive effort to familiarize people and the community with equipment, what the services are, what services are available, and the new ideas and services that are know where equipment is being discussed in the de­ on the cars and trucks. This partments," said Wilson. is important when we assist "It's about a village-wide each other on an accident effort for the departments to scene that we know where come together," said Police each other's equipment is... Chief Garry Barnes. "My it's the working together goal is to get some cross that I'm after." training between the police New ideas such as a department and the fire and community hay ride and ambulance so that they Neighborhood Watch pro­ gram involve everyone, said Barnes. The village also wants to show the new fire truck, police car, and the new ambulance cardiac monitor to the public. ing its new advanced life support equipment obtained in June from a Pennock Foundation grant. "We can now do advance cardiac monitoring and give life saving medication," Reid said. "We had to go through many years ofdedi­ cated work by all involved to get to this point." Organizers agreed the event would be fun and ed­ ucational for the whole fam­ ily- Ambulance Coordinator Ardie Reid said Emergency Services would be showcas­ In This Issue The Community Service Open House will feature new equipment of the departments involved. Here, (from left) Earl Wilson, Terry Pierce, Wayne Gould (fire department) and Ardie Reid and Kevin Swift (Ambulance) stand by the new fire truck and the ambulance. • Nashville police survey results reported • Nashville police debate continues • Vermontville firemen called to gas line leak • Local girl injured in pot-bellied pig attack �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, September 28,1999 - Page 2 Maple Valley School Menus Maple Valley Elementary Schools Monday, Oct 4 Pizza pocket carrot sticks, grapes, animal crackers, 1/2 pt milk Tuesday, Oct 5 Cheeseburger, potato wedges, raspberry sherbet, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept 29 (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Sept 29 Soft taco, whole kernel corn, fresh fruit, applesauce cake, 1/2 pt. milk Thursday, Sept 30 Cheese pizza, tossed sal­ ad, cherry fruit push-up, trail mix, 1/2 pt milk. Friday, Oct 1 Chicken sandwich, baked beans, fresh fruit, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. The Dog House * * Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Claude Hine, Groomer 269 S. Pease Road Coming in Oct. to the Vermontville, MI 49096 Yellow Pages Choose One - Soft taco, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar.. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, whole kernel com, cherries, juice, milk. Thursday, Sept 30 Choose One - Pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, cherry push-up, juice, milk Friday, Oct 1 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, baked beans, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Monday, Oct 4 Choose One - Club sand­ wich, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, carrot sticks, peaches, juice, milk Tuesday, Oct 5 Choose One - Grilled cheese sandwich, pizza, cheeseburger, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, tomato soup, raspberry sher­ bet, juice, milk. Fifty-five or older? You’ll save 30% on insurance, hen you insure your home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money! Statistics show that your age group experiences fewer; less-costly losses, allowing us to pass the savings on to you. Contact our agency today for a customized proposal on your homeowners insurance protection. *Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY Homecoming, continued from front p rude. Both women are founders of the Maple Val­ ley Scholarship Foundation, which has given thousands of dollars in scholarships to Maple Valley students pur­ suing their education after high schooL Both women are former teachers with the district, Jarvie a home economics teacher and Carpenter an English teacher. When they retired they started the foundation in 1986 with $121.44 and it has now achieved the status of a fully incorporated non-profit foundation with assets ap­ proaching half a million dollars. "We were looking for a way to help kids become successful," said Carpenter. "I guess its part of being a teacher — giving students the best opportunities. It has just been a continuation ofthat for us." Carpenter said they were looking forward to riding in the parade. "It's a pleasure to repre­ sent the scholarship pro­ gram and what it means to the students," she said. "It's really the friends and com­ munity that have made it so successful, and it's thrilling to be a part ofthis." Superintendent Clark Volz praised both women. "They were committed to students as teachers, and upon retiring they have con­ tinued that commitment," he said. "They thought about the kids who did not have the means to attend college, or who were strug­ gling, and acted on that "These women are a very positive influence in the community and are truly making a difference. They epitomize the idea of com­ munity service and in­ volvement, and we are hon­ ored to have them as grand marshals." The King/Queen court for homecoming includes Kimberly Knoll (top), Craig Harvey (left), Rich Smith, Alexis Smith, and Lauren Hansbarger (front). Not pictured is Kyle Kines. fIt ft CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP &t CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI .517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children 178 Main • Vermontville AV EDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE 517-726-0580 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: AM Worship ......... .... 11 a m. Evening Worship..... ............... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................. 7 Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service ...6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ........... ...11 a.m. Church School ................ ..10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time Alter Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School........ Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship........... Wednesday Evening: Worship ................ ........ 9:45 ..... 11 a.m. ............... 6 ..7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class.............................. 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road S.unday A.M. Worship ....... ...... 10:30 am. Evening Worship .............. 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m. Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a A M. Service .................... 11 a m. P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service........... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday Schoo Worship.......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................. 9 a.m, (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer..................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar ” at 948-9604. St Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 28. 1999 - Page 3 Nashville police survey results reported by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Nashville Police De­ partment survey results are in, Police Chief Garry Barnes said last week. Most surprising, he said, was public support for 24­ hour coverage by the de­ partment. The department currently covers the village 20 hours a day. Barnes said the surveys, which were handed out dur­ ing August and September, have helped the department determine which duties the public thinks should be pri­ ority, and their opinions on the department and what could be improved. Barnes noted that they perform all the duties on a daily basis, but the survey helped pin­ point what they felt was most important. There were 500 surveys passed out to businesses and residents. Of the 500 distributed, 121 were re­ turned. "I was extremely im­ pressed with the number of the surveys turned in," said Barnes. "We had a better rate of return on these sur­ veys than election turnout." Residents responded to the question determining which services they found most important with traffic enforcement (79%), alcohol enforcement (75%), and drug/narcotic investigations (67%) coming in the top three. Seventy-five percent of those polled were in favor of a neighborhood crime watch. A total of 53 resi­ dents and businesses stated they wished to participate in the neighborhood watch. Twenty-eight percent were in favor of a litter and trash pickup day by officers, DPW workers, trustees and residents. The survey also noted that when performed in May, it can dramatically decrease the amount ofjunk and garbage ordinance viola­ tions. Forty percent of those polled were in favor of a Public Service Night. Nashville Police Depart­ ment, Nashville Ambu­ lance, Nashville Fire De­ partment, the Barry County Sheriffs Department and the Michigan State Police could set up for a demonstration for area children and adults, the survey suggested. Safety pamphlets, educational tools and refreshments would be offered. Most surprising was that 75% ofthose surveyed were in favor of 24-hour police coverage. Barnes said there were quite a few residents who were surprised to hear the department had not gone 24 hours yet. "I was shocked because I Police chief, corporal positions now permanent if there was a job descrip­ by Shawna Hubbarth tion in place. StaffWriter Dunham said the corporal The Nashville Village Council voted unanimously position was more like a to approve appointment of training time, and with the Police Chief Garry Barnes sergeant position Johnson and officer Terrance Johnson would get more respect into permanent positions as form his peers, and added responsibility. chiefand corporal. "We are being asked to Both men had been on a probationary period since approve the setgeartt pdsibeing promoted to their po­ tion so that he can be a su­ FREE KIDS SHOW SCRIES BABY GENIUSES (PG13) sitions after former Chief pervisor?" asked trustee Car­ SA/SU-10:00 AM, 11:00 A.M. Bob Baker left the depart­ roll Wolff. "Isn't that why we hired the chief?" ment six months ago. The police committee was The police committee recommended that John­ then asked to come back to son's title be changed from the council with a more corporal to sergeant, with complete job description for no pay increase, based on the change. his training. Council mem­ In other business at the NOW SHOWING ber Frank Dunham ex­ meeting the council: SIXTH SENSE (PG-13) DIGITAL TUES -12.-00; 2:15; 4:45; 7:00; 920; plained the rank would give • Authorized the Depart­ WED-4:45,7:00,9:20; him more authority within ment of Public Works to BLUE STREAK (PG-13) the department. build a 20x 30 building to TUES -1.00,3:10,520,730,9:40; WED-520,7:30 "Terry deserves the posi­ house sand so that the sand STIGMATA (R) DIGITAL tion as ■ sergeant, he has would not get wet and TUE -12:15,220,520,7:15,9:30; WED-520,7:15,920 trained and grown..." said freeze. DOUBLE JEOPARDY (R) DIGITAL Dunham. "We would like to "We have a problem with TUES -1220,2:45,5:10,7:25,9:45; get him into a few more it freezing and getting wet WED -520,725,9:45 management classes..." every year," said DPW Di­ [COUPON-• Wtt h’liiis’AdH! Receive ■?..“[ [FREE 46 oz. POPCORN, Council Member Bonnie rector Scott Decker. "It । (Measured by voime notwagN) । gl per coupon / kmrted supphes Coupon e«pre$ 10-30-99 • (MV)! White said she did not un­ would cost $3,6000 for the derstand the difference in materials, and we'd proba­ Hit our web site at www.gqti.com the two positions and asked bly have to hire and auger I I I I I I I I I I I w and someone to put in the posts...the crew could do the work." Decker noted that the funds would come out of the major street reconstruc­ tion budget, and that there was plenty ofmoney in it. • Appointed Dunham to the Public Access Commit­ (Infants - School Age) tee. • Agreed to survey the al­ leys, for $6,000, that the village will be maintaining this winter, with eventual Open 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. plans to possibly pave Monday - Friday them. Decker talked about the possibility of getting Reasonable Rates some alleys designated as streets to be able to get Located: Kellogg School funds to help with main­ taining them. 324 N. Queen Street • Approved a permit for Nashville, Michigan the Homecoming Parade Friday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. should start a Child Protec­ tion Program." "I think this survey turned out very well," said Barnes. "This will give us a starting point, a place to go from here." Maple Valley Schools Lion's Den (Before and After School Program) Open: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. 3:00 P.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday Snowdays • Summer Contact: Maple Valley Adult Education Kellogg school 324 N. Queen St. • Nashville 517-852-9794 Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 MLS Fax: 852-9138 Homer Winegar, GRI Broker, EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI..„..................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)......................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).............................................................................852-5066 Open House - In Fuller Heights Saturday, Oct. 2 • 2:00 - 4:00 pm 405 Center Court - $145,000 MOTIVATED SELLER SAYS PRESENT ALL OFFERS!! NASHVILLE This exceptional quad level home on the end of a cul-desac Is In a secluded setting, quiet neighborhood. Home has 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 1st floor laundry, family room with fireplace & a rec room. Inground pool & screened sun room are some ofthe many “extras". This Is a property that must be seen to appreciate!! Call Jerry (N-72) CHARMING RANCH HOME IN COUNTRY! on 8 "secluded" acres. 2 bed­ rooms. 2 baths, home is tastefully decorated throughout - walkout basement with large family room. The “park-like" setting is complete with paths for walking or ORVs. Call Nyle for complete details. (CH-74) CHILDREN Kellogg Child Care Center won't come to town if they are worried about speeding tickets and safety belt tick­ ets... "More cigarette en­ forcement and checking the businesses selling to young kids needed... "I think we had heard from a number of people that the public was not supportive (of the 24 hour coverage)..." said Barnes. "I find that with the job we are doing and the programs we have started in the last six months that we are getting a lot of support." Some comments on the surveys included: "Our top priority is the safety of our kids in the community..." "Thanks for what you've already done for us and this village... "Good police department, it's already friendly... "I'm glad the police department finally wants to do something...(reference to 24-hour coverage... "Yes, if monies are available... "Please put 'children playing’ signs out around Putnam Park... "Why does the village po­ lice department have such a high turnover?... "I went to a council meeting a year ago about junk cars and trash, and I got nowhere with them... "Let's keep this a friendly village. People NASHVILLE - GREAT INCOME INVESTMENT Live in one unit 81 COUNTRY HOME ON 3 ACRES - SOME TREES 2 story “Cape Cod" home. (Approx. 2500 sq. ft.) with 4 bed­ rooms & 3 baths. Walkout base­ ment will be finished with extra kitchenette. Second floor not fin­ ished. Front porch & back deck, 2 car attached garage. Appliances included. Call Homer for more info. (CH-70) $75,000 IN VERMONTVILLE! “TURN OF CENTURY VICTORIAN" Large home with apa could be use( 2 cupu baths, lots of space in this well of the character kept 2 unit rental, on a nice mfs home enjoys. shady comer lot near elementary Call Nyle. (V-71) school. Call Jerry for more (N-69) details. rent the other 2 story, 4 bedroom home, NEAR HASTINGS IN COUNTRY ON 2 ACRES 2 bedroom earthen sheltered home with open living area. Comer lot. Call Nyle for details. (CH-63) NASHVILLE POSSIBLE 2 UNIT Large 5 bedroom house, 2 baths, formal dining room, open stairway, sheltered front porch. Could be 2 family home. (N-67) -------------------------VACANT LAND2 ACRES ON THE EDGE OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE - Tree lined along the front. Surveyed & 3.3 ACRES - Country lot big enough for a horse, sur­ veyed on private road. (VL-42) perk tested. Contact Nyle. 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE for walkout basement. 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site priced to buy at just $16,900. CaU Nyle today, 726-1234. (VL-43) Blacktop road NE of Vermontville. Good access to Lansing. Some newly planted trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed, perked & has driveway per­ mit. Call Nyle. (VL-64) 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel is ideal for your new home, land contract terms. Call Nyle to discuss the details. (VL-30) (VL-73) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas available located at the end ofprivate road deed restrictions. CaU Nyle (VL-39) ON WEST MAIN IN with public utili on property. Cal LE - Comer lot lectric power pole (VL-68) PRICE REDUCED! 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway inter­ change. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. CaU Homer. (VL-49) 3 ACRES LAKEWOOD SCH SITE - Rolling, Clarksville exchan course. Call homer LS BUILDING ked, near 1-96 bd fishing & golf (VL-62) �The Maple Valley News Nashville Tuesday September 28 1999 - Page 4 Nashville police car debate continues by Shawna Hubbartb Staff Writer The debate over whether to keep the "old" police car as a second car or to sell it continues to go on for the Nashville Village Council. It was assumed the deci­ sion would be made at last week's council meeting, but it was postponed until Oct. 14 for more exact estimate on fixing the car, and a more precise insurance price for keeping the car. At the heart ofthe debate 15 whether to keep a second car for the department to use to lessen mileage on the new car. The older car needs repair work on its front end, the bare minimum costing around $2,000. Additional work could be done on the car, and the engine would possibly have to be replaced in a year or so, said Police ChiefGarry Barnes. Bames said he would like to see $10,000 set aside for $5,000 worth of work and maintenance on the car a year for two years. Bames said that was only an ap- proximate figure, though. Council looked over a few estimates from body shops for the work that would need to be done on the older car. Council Trustee Bonnie White said she found the estimates con­ fusing, as different esti­ mates held different work, and there was no bottom line on the estimate amounts for the same work. "I can't make a good deci­ sion unless someone breaks this down," White said. Bames said the front end, the cooling system, the wa­ ter pump, the radiator and the tires were the most im­ portant work that needed to be done. "I feel we can run the car for a year with that stuff done," Bames said. "If the village keeps a second car, where will it be housed?" asked Trustee Car­ roll Wolff. Bames said that the po­ lice garage was a two stall. "Ifwe keep the old car, I plan on driving it every day to keep milage down on the Obituaries Forrest Hynes Mr. Forrest Hynes, age 92, formerly of Nashville, passed away Wednesday, September 22, 1999. He married Marge on January 11, 1947. He served in the Army for four years. They have lived and worked in Arizona for the past 30 years. His brother in the area was Owen Hynes, whom he fanned with for many years. Forrest will be buried in the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Phoenix, Arizona. There are no services planned. Condolences may be sent to his wife at: Marge Hynes, 1617 No. 45th. Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85035 new car," said Bames. Council Member Frank Dunham noted that a possi­ ble 78,000 miles could be saved on the new car ex­ tending its life with the vil­ lage from three to five years. He said the new car has 7,600 miles on it "al­ ready." White wondered ifthe car would hold up in an emer­ gency situation with the minimum fixing done. Dunham and the Chief agreed that it would. "Well I don't want to put our police officers in jeop­ ardy in an inadequate car," said White. "It won't be inadequate when it's fixed," said Dun­ ham. 'Then why do we have motor replacement estimates if it doesn't need it?" asked White. "Because it will go out eventually... it has 128,000 miles on it. It could last 200,000 — we don't know," said Bames. "It's a good thought and a good plan" said White, "but I have several vehicles at home and I know that if you have two you will end up driving two (at the same time) and I don't know if the mileage on the new car would really stay down. I just think that's realistic. I wouldn't want to postpone the buying of the next new car... I would like to see how this goes and keep the buying on schedule." "Basically we are looking at spending $7,000 over the next two years," said Wolff. "I would like to see $10,000 budgeted out for 2 years," said Bames. 'This is the same car that we didn't know if it would even make it until the new car arrived," said Wolff. "It had all these problems and now we are not hearing about these problems... I think we are making a sad mistake. If we look at our police budget now as com­ pared to three years ago, it's unreal, the difference. I just had a couple of responsible people ask me what we were thinking in terms of keep­ ing the old car." "A couple thousand dol­ lars is nothing compared to the price ofa new car," said Trustee Steve Wheeler. "But you are not talking a couple thousand, you're talking $10,000," replied Wolff. "I just threw that figure out," said Bames. "Ten thousand tied up in an old car and three years we are back to buying a new car. Itjust makes no sense," said Wolffe "Well it's hard to roll up miles on the new car when the old car is on the road," said Dunham. "They will both be on the road eventually... someone will have to go to court and quite a range." "I wouldn't mind trying out for a year and assessing the mileage and how it goes after that year, for $2,000," said Trustee Chris Pash. "I like that idea," said White. "How would it affect our insurance?" asked Wheeler. "I would be in favor of Clerk Cathy Lentz said it fixing the important stuff. I was covered under fleet pol­ think it's a good investment icy, so that the exact figure to fix the old car to save was not known right then. wear and tear on the new "Well, let's get an exact car," said Wheeler. "And it figure on the minimum fix­ these two cars are still run­ ing and the insurance and ning in five years, keep let's put this on the agenda them running." in two weeks," said "It appears we don't have Wheeler. a dollar range," said Wolff. The council agreed, and "It has gone from two to ten the decision presumably thousand dollars, that's will be made then. someone will patrol. With the availability, it will hap­ pen more often," said White. Dunham talked about the possibility of putting in $3,000 into the car and see­ ing how things went from there. Nashville home damaged in fire The Nashville Fire Department battled a blaze at this house on 134 Main Street last Thursday morning. No one was hurt in the fire, and most of the damage was smoke related, said police. According to officials the blaze started a little past 1 a.m. The cause of the fire was electrical, said the authorities, and no damage estimates were available at press time. Farm AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite orCalcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 CLAY’S DINNER BELL 113 N. Main, Nashville (517) 852-9700 Open 7 days a weekfrom 6:00 am to 8:00 pm We will be open until 9:00pm on Oct. 1 & 2for Maple Valley's Homecoming Weekend Senior Cititzens still receive 10% off on all dinners and specials every Monday and Tuesday from 3:30 pm until closing. (No coupon or card required!) We have daily breakfast, lunch and dinner specials. Call f°r day’s selections Homemade Southern Fried Chicken is now on our menu! AH dinners come with salad bar, bean soup, cornbread, dinner roll, vegetable and choice of potatoes! Our entire menu is availablefor take-out. Community Notice VERMONTVILLE METH­ ODIST CHURCH Holiday Craft Show. 10 tables to rent, 1 day$10.,2days$15. Nov. 26 & 27. Call 517-726-0621 to re­ serve. HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-SOO611-3766. Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS, windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. NEAL’S CONSTRUCTION Roofing, siding, gutters, 20 plus colors, cleaning, repair, free estimates. 616-948-8522 or 11-­ 800-428-8777. FRIDAY, OCT. 1,1999 Do you like Auctions??? Do you like New Things?? BARRY COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL is where it’s at. (East of Hastings, 2999 McKeown Rd.) New Gym TIME: 7:00 P.M. FUN, FOOD, FELLOWSHIP! Proceeds will complete the kitchen. Things you may find: Gift certificates, crafts, baked goods, dog house, tile, coats??? Items attained so far: propane tank, gun, pop, tie, crafts, toy tractors, flashlight, gift certificates, bird feeders, bulbs, dog house, 2 ton jack, apples, mums, ground beef, sweat shirts, pumpkins and much more. Bring your families or business item to the Auction. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner A family night filled with fun, food & fellowship. operated for 14 years. David Haiti will, owner.. 517-543-1002 Concession by the High Schoolers will be provided �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 28, 1999 - Page 5 Maple Valley High School names four new teachers Peter Sanford is the new Agricultural Science teacher at the high school. Steve McDonald is returning to the district as math and science teacher. He taught in the district in the 70's and 80's. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter There are four new teach­ ers at the high school this year. Math/science teacher Steve McDonald, from Holt is returning to the schools after teaching in the Maple Valley district from 1972 to 1985. "It's been really interest­ ing to come back and see changes in the last 13 years," McDonald said. "The building has changed, the staff and the administra­ tion — it's all been for the positive." The new gym teacher is Kelly Becklin, who is from Olivet. Jill Vanderhoef is now teaching choir. Peter Sanford is the new agricultural teacher. He is from Lake Odessa. "I want to challenge my students to learn how im­ portant agriculture is to the state, and to the country," he said. High School Principal Todd Gonser said of the new staff, "All the new staff seem to be energetic and to be enjoying what they do... they are adjusting well and they are really starting to get into the flow." For Sale Auto 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, welll maintained, in great condition inside & out. $ 15,500OBO. 9480502 Garage Sale LAST SALE OF THE YEAR! Cleaning out the bam. Glass­ ware, lots of misc., bicycles, hardcover books, and lots ofpa­ perback books. Also, lots ofold records, CD’s, & cassette tapes. October 2nd & 3rd., 285 W. 1st. St., Vermontville. Kelly Becklin is the new physical education teacher at the high school. 113 years old & still single The Second Chance Program is running very smoothly, said Alternative Education Principal Tate Mix. Erica Fast is a new instructor with the program which is now where the Alternative Education was last year- (the church across from Kellogg.) Maple Valley grad in Alma exhibit Tracy Symonds, a Maple Valley High School gradu­ ate, is a participant in the Alma College Art Department juried student art exhibit, on display in the Clack Art Center’s Flora Kirsch Beck Gallery through Sept. 30. The juried show gives stu­ dents who vary from begin­ ner artists to the more advanced an opportunity to display their work ina pro­ fessional medium. The 1999 show of 116 works by 48 student artists For Rent VERY NICE 2 BEDROOM IN NASHVILLE. Also, nice 1 bedroom mobile home on Thomapple Lake, not in park. 517-852-9383. WANT QUALITY PRINT­ ING AT AFFORDABLE PRICES Call J-Ad Graphics at 61,6-945-9554 boasts more works than any previous student exhibit, according to gallery director Sandy Lopez-Isnardi, and contains ceramics, oil paint­ ings, charcoal drawings, wire pieces, photography, jewelry, logos, brochures and digitally composed works. Pieces in the exhibit are grouped according to their color, graphic element, texture, representation of people and space, and theme. Symonds, a senior at Alma, has entered a photo­ graphic selection. Art Department faculty and two student jurors selected works for the show based on professional repre­ sentation of the piece, over­ all strength in the work, and indication of visual and technical mastery of the class goal. Works are select­ ed from art courses offered the previous year. These days, being “unattached” in the banking world is becoming unusual. At Hastings City Bank, we’re proud of our tradition as a strong, independent community bank. And while we’re still single, we’re also big on commitment. The dollar you deposit at Hastings City Bank is loaned to a person or business right here in the area... not to someone halfway across the country. What’s more, we support our local community organizations with financial gifts and employee participation. Help making this a good place to live today... and an even better place tomorrow. Any bank can say it cares about community. Don’t you want to bank with one that has been doing it for 113 years? fastings (Clip Sank LENDER www.hastmgscitybank.com Member Fnir * �The Maple Valley News Nashville, Tuesday September 28. 1999 - Page 6 Carpenter-Kamrowski wedding announced Vermontville Women’s Club plans Salad Bingo library summer reading pro­ gram, Senior Girls’ Tea, planting trees in the village square, coordination of Christmas baskets for the needy; coordination of the Maple Syrup Festival arts and craft show; the HOBY scholarship. Maple Syrup Festival Queen scholarships, fund-raising for the restora­ tion of the Vermontville Opera House, and the latest contribution to the Main Street Stage. All ofthe group’s success­ es have depended, to a large degree, on the generosity of business and individuals in the community and sur­ rounding areas who have donated prizes or money to support these activities. All money raised from the activ­ ity will be used to continue the club’s work in the Vermontville area. Tickets can be obtained from a club member or the Vermontville Village Office, for both the dinner and bingo. The cost is $8, with the option of purchasing more bingo cards. The Vermontville Women’s Club will have its second annual “Salad Bingo” for its fall fund-rais­ er and community event Wednesday, Oct. 13, at Maplewood School in the all-purpose room from 6 to 9:30 p.m. for 120 to 160 attendees. Salad Bingo is an opportu­ nity for people to gather for a fun evening enjoying a meal of different salads and the chance to win prizes by playing bingo. The Vermontville Woman’s club is a service organization composed of women from the community, affiliated with the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. The GWFC has groups in every state and several foreign counties. Organized in 1940, the local club contributes to the growth, education culture and well being of Vermontville. Its accom­ plishments and contributions to Vermontville over the past 50-plus years are varied, including sponsorship ofthe Heather Jo Carpenter and Dustin James Kamrowski were married on Aug. 14, 1999 by Robert Fine, mayor pro tern of Grand Ledge. Services were held on the is- land ofGrand Ledge. Robert is grandfather ofthe bride. Maid of honor was Mary Pena of Charlotte, best friend of the bride. 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"Innovation is our most valuable asset" Help Wanted 29 PEOPLE WANTED TO GET PAID $$ to lose up to 301bs in the next 30 days. Natu­ ral, guaranteed. Call: 616-248­ 7707. tine of Bellevue, best friend of the bride and Kristin Jar­ dot of Fishers, Ind., step-sis­ ter of the bride. Best man was Tim Kamrowski of Vicksburg, cousin of groom. Groomsmen were Ed Kamrowski of Mattawan, cousin of the groom and Dustin Carpenter, of Vermontville, brother ofthe bride. The bride wore a satin with lace gown made by her mother, and veil was made with lace. The bridesmaids wore grape colored dresses with white bodice across the shoulders. The reception was at Pasqueilies in Grand Ledge where 100 people at­ tended. The couple will reside in Germany and honeymoon in Europe. Hostetlers to celebrate 50th anniversary A 50th wedding anniversary open house honoring Mr. and Mrs. James Hostetler of Woodland will take place on Saturday, Oct. 16, 1999. The event will be held at the Castleton Township Hall in Nashville, Ml from 1 to 4 p.m. and will be hosted by their children. They are Roger and Kathy Hostetler of Edwardsburg, Rolland and Nancy Hostetler of Belding, Julia and David Bau­ man of Clark Lake, Bruce and Patty Hostetler of Rose­ mount, Minn., Brent and Betty Hostetler of Muskegon, Lori and Pastor Mike Feaster of Beach Park, III., and Darlene and Scott Toaz of Diamondale. Jim Hostetler and Jerilee Herzel were married on Oct. 15,1949 at the Hastings Methodist Circuit parsonage by Rev. William Wiltse. They have lived most of their married life at their home, south of Woodland and have spent eight winters in Florida since 1989. Jim retired in 1988, after working 20 years at the Motor Wheel Corp, in Lansing and 16 years for the Sinclair Oil Co. in Hastings. He also is a farmer, horseman, and collector of antique tractors. Jerilee worked as a telephone operator before their marriage. After raising their family, she worked in Hast­ ings at the Sears, Montgomery Ward, and True Value Hardware stores. She also has been a volunteer for the American Cancer Society and recently for Cystic Fibro­ sis. Jim and Jerilee are members of the Barry Co. An­ tique Tractor and Machinery Club. They have 19 grand­ children, one deceased grandson, three great-grand­ children, five step-grandchildren and three step-great grandchildren. No gifts please. Riverside Oak Furniture Hand Crafted Solid Oak Furniture Kitchen and dining room tables, chairs, bar stools, deacon benches, hutches, bedroom furniture, enter­ tainment centers, cedar and oak chests, grand­ father clocks, end tables and more! Also... Craft items. 1/2 Mile East ofIonia Rd. on Nashville Hwy. 9245 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 517-726-0103 David & Lucy Coblentz �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 28,1999 — Page 7 New books at the Putnam District Library nWiitotltaw e^-®ty tetter^. 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Donations to be used to help with the cost of care for Travis can also be sent to Travis Seavolt's Leukemia Fund, Commu­ nity First Bank, 402 S. Bridge St., Grand Ledge, MI 48837. Pharmacy Brands Therapeutic M Wqpeuflc^ J) One Ddty Antioxidant wIMM . 130’s SfcJcosamW FT Days PT Evenings PT Nights PRN also available for RNs & LPNs high doses of chemotherapy while his parents struggled to know more about the disease, and treatments. Since then he has endured radiation treatments, liver problems, infections and a bone marrow transplant from his sister, Savannah. He has spent much of his young life at a hospital in Indianapolis, where Donna spends her time playing music for Travis, including children's Bible songs and lullabies. She has hung pic­ tures of his sisters and both her and Jeff so that he sees familiar faces when he is awake. Travis has a web page where updates are given re­ garding his health. The ad­ dress is www.geocities.com. As of press time the latest entry (Sept. 20) reported that he IGood ea Battle Creek. Items to be raffled off include autographed Detroit Lion's gear. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Several autographed De­ troit Lion's items will be raffled off at the Maple Val­ ley Homecoming game, with proceeds to help the family of little Travis Seav­ olt, who is battling leukemia. Travis' dad, Jeff, is the industrial arts teacher at Maple Valley High school. Travis, just a year old, was diagnosed with leuk­ emia at three months. His mother, Donna, brought Travis to the emergency room after he began to run a dangerously high fever last November. His fever rached as high as 104 degrees. He became very ill and tests were run. He was then diag­ nosed with ALM, acute myeloid leukemia. Travis under went very [Wj Neighbor — Try something completely different and new in your nursing career - correctional healthcare. 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September 28,1999 - Page 8 Nashville village-wide hay ride planned by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter A Nashville village-wide hay ride will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, as decided at last week's council meeting. All council members voted yes to the idea except Carroll Wolff. Police Chief Gariy Barnes brought the idea to council, saying that when he served wagons, then the village is covered. If a farmer was pulling the wagons then a special permit had to be ob­ tained for insurance that day. "I guess, even after hear­ ing that, I still have reserva­ tions about the insurance," in Pennfield, the department held the hay rides, and the public seemed to enjoy them very much. The council had put the decision on hold until in­ surance issues could be worked out. Clerk Cathy Lentz in­ formed the council that the village's insurance policy said that if it was a village owned vehicle pulling the Eaton County Deputies and Vermontville Fire De­ partment responded to a broken gas line on Jack Henry Drive and Carlisle Highway last Thursday, said the Eaton County Sher­ iffDepartment. Authorities responded to the call at 2:38 p.m. Upon arrival it was discovered that an unknown vehicle, believed to be a semi-truck with a trailer, cut short the comer and knocked over the portions of the building and experience the new play­ ground area. The magic show begins in the gym at 7 p.m. with enter­ tainment by Jim Merrills, a magician from the Kalamazoo area, who is being sponsored by Big Boy restaurants. gas main, causing a leak. The vehicle left the scene and was unable to located as ofpress time Friday. Charlotte Schools were notified and the buses were rerouted. 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Ronchetti said the pigs are not considered domestic animals, but they are being domesticated by a number of citizens across the country. Semi-truck with beans catches fire NEW J.D.4300 WITH JD 430 LOADER • 32 Gross Engine H.P./25.5 P.T.O. • Hydrostatic Transmission • 3 Cyc./Self-Priming Fuel System • Wet Disk Brakes • 540 R.P. M., Independent A semi-tractor pulling a trailer full of beans was de­ stroyed by fire last in Castleton Township Thurs­ day, according to a report by the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. Police said Daryl Oak of Hastings was driving the 1985 Freightliner north on M-66 near Gardner Road when he noticed smoke coming from the tractor. The rig, owned by Wallo Farms of Bronson, caught fire as he pulled into the closed, southbound lane, said troopers. 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"Actually quite a lot," said trustee Frank Dunham. 'The churches usually have them, the 4-H clubs..." "We did these at Pennfield and we never had a Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat.7 to 2 945-9526 BANNER Can 945-9554 today! Consumers Energy was called and the break was fixed the same day, police said. do it, that's fine, I just need to know as there are a lot of plans to be made." "I think it's noble of you to want to start this," said Trustee Chris Pash. "I think if you start being scared of liability all the time you lose traditional things such as this. There is liability with everything. I would approve this, based on your experience." The council then ap­ proved the hay ride, with Wolff dissenting. Barnes said he would start making plans immediately. Jewish believer’ to visit local church Pastor Glenn Branham of the Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St., Nashville invites persons of the com­ munity to join with the con­ gregation on Sunday, Oct. 3, at 11 a.m. for an inspira­ tional and informative time of worship. Michael LaPoff and his wife Nancy, from Rock of Israel, will be guest minis­ ters at the service. The mis­ sion of Rock of Israel is to bless and strengthen the church and to motivate believers around the world to share the gospel with the Jewish people through an understanding of Jesus the Messiah. Michael LaPoff has a gift of music and teaching. He composes music, sings and plays the guitar. His music is in the folk style. LaPoffis a Jewish believer in Jesus. He spent his youth, attending an Orthodox Jewish Yeshiva. Deciding in his heart that God was not real he spent the ensuing years following “spiritual” and “new age” pursuits, becoming involved in drugs, and eventually became a Buddhist for 16 years before he had a life changing encounter. For more information, call the church at 852-9819. Historical Society president visits Lions When Nashville Lions Club members held their monthly dinner meeting Sept. 20, they were enter­ tained by Mike Hook, presi­ dent of the Barry County Historical Society. Hook presented a slide show he had recently com­ piled highlighting historical markers in Barry County. Hook, who has been actively involved with the Historical Society for several years, included many facts and anecdotes in his presenta­ tion. In other business, Secretary John Hughes reported on the five $400 academic scholarships distributed by the club. Scholarships were awarded to Brandon Phenix, attend­ ing . the University of Michigan; Chris Ewing, attending Saginaw Valley; Jonessa Hammonds attend­ ing Lansing Community College; Erica Krolick, attending Hope College; and Andrea Mace, attending Western Michigan University. FORECLOSED HOMES Low or $0 Down! Gov’t & Bank Repos being sold now! Financing available! Local Listings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5224 W Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service rH 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 7-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich- Lie. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. September 28.1999 - Page 9 Trojans big winners in annual J-Ad Fall Classic After 18 holes of golf, Hastings' Steve Obreiter and Thomapple Kellogg's Matt Pullen still had some swings to take. The two had both carded scores of 77 at the first annual J-Ad Graphics Barry County Fall Classic last Friday (Sept. 17) at the Hastings Country Club. So, an extra playoff hole was needed to determine who should earn the medalist honors. As it turned out, Pullen did one better than Obreiter on the playoff hole (it only took one, hole No. 1), making for a clean sweep for the TK golf team. Coach Bernie Weller's Trojans A squad scored a 324 to win the first place team trophy. Caledonia was second with a 341, 17 shots out of first. Nine teams competed from seven schools. Hastings' Blue squad was third with a 341 (a tie­ breaker determined second and third place), Ionia was fourth with a 358, Hastings’ Gold was fifth with a 375, Thornapple Kellogg's B team was sixth with a 377, WATER QUALITEPORTFO ILLAG OF NASHVILLE SEPTEMBER 1999 This report covers the drinking water quality for the Village ofNashville for the calendar year 1998. This information is a snapshot of the quality of the water we provided to you in 1998. Included are details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state standards. The water we supply you comes from three groundwater wells located on Sherman Street and Water Alley. The state of Michigan will be performing an assessment ofour source water by 2003. We will inform you how to get a copy of this assessment report when it becomes available. * Contaminants and theirpresence in water: Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791. * Vulnerability ofsub-populations: Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791. Sourcesfor Drinking Water: The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. Our water comes from wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and in some cases, radioactive materials, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. * Contaminants that may be present in source water include: * Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural operations and wildlife. *lnorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. * Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agricultural and urban stormwater run-off. * Radioactive contaminants, which may be naturally occurring or the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. * Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are byproducts of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. Lion Mike Meade shows great form as his dive is lifted down the fairway at the J-Ad Graphics Fall Classic. Maple Valley was seventh with a 380, Wayland was eighth with a 383 and Delton Kellogg finished ninth with a 385. On a tough Hastings Country Club course, the area linksters proved solid. TK A's Adam Seifert was third in the top 10 with a 78, Caledonia's Nick Fuller was fourth with a 79, TK A's Bob Roush was fifth with a 79, Caledonia's Rick Leatherman was sixth with an 82, Ionia's Nate Grant was seventh with an 83, Delton Kellogg's Kyle Kwasny was eighth with an 86, Hastings Gold's Joe Miller was ninth, with an 86 and Hastings Blue's Brian Loftus was 10th with an 87. In order to ensure tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of cer­ tain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which provide the same protection for public health. The attached table lists all drinking water contaminants that we detected during the 1998 calendar year. rT he presence of these contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done January I - December 31, 1998. The state allows us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations ofthese contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. All of the data is representative of the water quality, but some are more than one year old. Terms and abbreviations used in the table: Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLG’s allow for a margin of safety. Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCL’s are set as close to the MCLG’s as feasible using the best available treatment technology. N/A: Not applicable ND: Not detectable at testing limit ppb: parts per billion or micrograms per liter ppm: parts per million or milligrams per liter pCi/L: picocuries per liter (a measure of radiation) Action level: The concentration of a contaminant, which if exceeded, triggers treatment or other require­ ments which water systems must follow. Copies of this report are available at the Nashville Village Office. Samples collected from wells or plant tap Contaminant Our Water MCL MCLG Dale Violate Y/N Fluoride 0.2 mg/l 4.0 mg/l 4 4/09/98 N Likely Source of Contaminant Erosion of natural deposits aluminum & fertilizer facto­ ries Arsenic 2 ppb 50 ppb N/A 11/09/98 N Erosion of natural deposits orchards, glass, electronic prod 0.121 mg/l Barium 2.0 mg/l 2 10/07/97 N Discharge of drilling waste, discharge from metal refinaries Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604._________________ FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. Pat Chaffee was part of the Maple Valley golf team that carded a 380 at the Hastings Country Club. REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. ABANDONED REPO. 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Dichloro­ benzene, 1,4- 0.7 ppb 75 ppb N 10/16/97 75 Discharge from industrial chemical factories Lead N/A 1.8 ppb N/A 11/09/98 N Corrosion of household plumbing systems, erosion of natural deposits Radiological Contaminants Contaminant Date Well# Result MCL MCLG Exceed Limit YK Radio Isotopes Alpha Total 3 8/26/96 <3pCi/l 15 0 N Alpha Total I&2 8/26/96 5pCi/l 15 0 N Bela Total 3 8/26/96 <4pCi/l 50* 0 N Beta Total 1 &2 8/26/96 <5pCi/l 50* 0 N *EPA Considers 5pCi/l to beevel of concern for Beta Partic es Samlies Collectet from the Distribution System Contaminant Our Water Action Level »»> Lead Copper # Samples Over Action Level Date Likely Source Of Contaminant 12 ppb 15 ppb 2 1994 Corrosion of household 0.833 ppm 1.3 ppm 0 1994 plumbing, erosion of natural deposits 90% ofSamples at or below this level Note: Infants and children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical and mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, September 28 1999 - Page 10 Warehouse Production Staff Needed to work at zondervan Publishing House 1st SHIFT $8.OO HR. • Stock Pick/ Order Select • Replenish Warehouse • Sort/Pack/ Label... Fast paced, energetic workers needed. Over­ time required. Apply 10 am-2 pm Tues., wed. or Thurs. Bring I.D. PEOPLEMARK Americas Contemporary Work Force \. Located at Zondervan's 52nd St. employee door. 5300 Patterson SE Corner of 52nd & Patterson (616) 698-3449 EOE Maple Valley 4th, 5th-grade Blue team wins two Maple Valley's fourth and fifth grade Blue team won its second game at home Sept. 18 against Lake Odessa Clarksville 32-18. The young Lions were first to put up points behind the blocking of Jared Goris, Max Wilson, Kory Starks, Tony Corwin, Josh Staffard, Devin Meade and Matt Hamilton. Leading rushers were Jake Myers with 88 yards on 11 carries and two 2-point conversions, Austin Bodenmuller had 68 yards on six carries and two touchdowns, Steven Tait had 68 yards on eight carries and one touchdowns and Andrew Ashcraft had 19 yards on five carries and one touchdown and two 2-point conversions. Jarrod Smith picked up 30 yards on a kickoffreturn and Bodenmuller had returns of 20 and 15 yards. The Lions (now 2-0) defense held LOC to 18 points. Leading the way in tackles was Ashcraft with 11 and one fumble recovery. Myers had nine tackles, Justin McMillon 8 and Tait 3 tackles. Hie football squad opened its season beating Saranac 14-8. The defense was put to the test early, but held Saranac from reaching pay dirt until the fourth quarter. Leading the way were Myers with 11 tackles, Tait with 6 and Max Wilson, Austin Bodenmuller and Josh Sutfin each with 4 bone crushers. McMillon picked off a pass and ran it back 20 yards. The young Lions offense was first to reach the end zone with a 10-yard pass from Myers to Tait. The 2point conversion, however, was denied. At the start of the second half, the Maple Valley gridders struck again with a 47-yard dart by Bodenmuller. Ashcraft added the 2-point conversion. Bodenmuller was the leading ground gainer with 69 yards, Tait had 53, Myers 31 and Ashcraft 11. Former Nashville man in now P.A. Joel Wetzel, formerly of Certification of P.A.’s. Nashville, has received his He is the son of Gale and license to practice as a Audrey Wetzel ofNashville. physician assistant (P.A.) He is currently employed by Dr. David Sova and Dr. Todd Fowler in Holland, MI. Women, by the Today Wetzel received his bache­ Show’s Dr. Sylvia Rimm; lor of science degrees from Conversations with God, Grand Valley ^State Book 1: An Uncommon University in 1997 and his Dialogue, is by Neale master’s degree in 1999 from the school of Physician Donald Walsch. Juniors: For the Love of Assistants at G.V.S.U. His Beanie Babies devotes a license was granted upon photo and a brief story to successful completion ofthe each Beanie. Junior readers academic program and pass­ will love Tyrannosaurus: On ing a comprehensive exam the Trail of the Ferocious prepared by the National Meat-Eating Dinosaur as it Commission for Joel Wetzel contains huge, realistic T Rex models in action along with photos of fossils and skeleton reconstruction’s. Ricky Martin, by Maggie Marron, is an oversized fan’s We are currently hiring Michigan Compe­ guide of stories and photos. Reach for Tomorrow, by tency Evaluated Nursing Assistants for all Lurlene McDaniel, is new shifts. Earn up to $10.75 an hour with full for young adult readers. benefits. If interested, come to Thornapple Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, is a best­ Manor to fill out an application and bring selling junior/young adult your Nurse Aide Registry Document with title by J.K. Rowling. The you. Ruby Princess Sees a Ghost, by Jahnna N. Malcomb, is Jewel Kingdom book five. Donations include Be Ever Hopeful, Hannalee, and Turn Homeward Hannalee, both 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE by Patricia Beatty, The Summer the Spies Moved In, by Mary Locke, and books pne and two of The Days of 'Laura Inghlls Wildet series, Children of Promise arid Missouri Homestead, by T.L. Tedrow. The library as vidoes as well as fax services and a copier. Phone and fax num­ Good starting pay, bers are the same, (517) 566­ 8065. Library hours are with benefits available. Tuesday through Friday, 2-8 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.-l Apply at: p.m. On the Shelf: at the Sunfield District Library Many brand new audio books have been added, including some very current, unabridged titles which are available to rent for $ 1 each. Among the new rentals are Hannibal, by Thomas Harris, The Poisonwood Bible, by Barbara Kingslover, Granny Dan, by Danielle Steel, Southern Cross, by Patricia Cornwell, Snow Falling on the Cedars, by Dan H&L MFC. ASSEMBLY Seeking motivated individuals for 2nd shift Piece Rate assembly/molding posi­ tions. Earn as much as $10.00 per hour. Longterm employment plus benefits. Apply at... 122 Main St., Caledonia, Ml Ask for sue HELP US HELP OTHERS Attend our nursing assistant class and secure your health care career for the future. The resi­ dents here always appreciate new faces and friendships, as well as caring, gentle hands and hearts. The next class will be held October 18th through November 4th. Starting wage is $9.00 per hour with excellent benefits available. Class is not held on the weekends. Apply for this op­ portunity in person before October 14, 1999. cQidrnapple cfrlanorB’ 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE Gutterson, The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon, by Stephen King, and many more. Some new abridged titles were recently donated, too and many free audio books will remain on the shelf. Loan periods for all audio books are three weeks, the same as books. New videos: Air Bud Golden Receiver, City of Angels, and Disney’s Lady and the Tramp, are all new. New books on our shelves, by category, are: Adult Fiction: All the Queen’s Men, by Linda Howard; The Rosewood Casket, by Sharyn McCrumb; Jupiter’s Bones, by Faye Kellerman. Paperback: Books 2 and 3 of V.C. Andrews’ new Wildflowers Trilogy are Star and Jade. Double Take, by Judy Mercer, Dead Even, by Brad Meltzer, and The Stalking Man, by William J. Coughlin are all recent releases which were donat­ ed. 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Job description and application forms are available at the Village Office, 121 Eastside Dr. Sharon Stewart Village Clerk 100 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 28,1999 - Page 11 Lady Lions varsity wins one, nearly two Maple Valley's varsity basketball team is one prime example of how too many Cooks do not necessarily spoil the broth. The Lady Lions have three Cooks on their team — one coach and two players — and they certainly were instrumental in the team's results last week. Jessica Cook scored 24 points and pulled down 9 rebounds in Maple Valley's 47-35 road win over Lansing Catholic last Thursday and Sarah Cook added 9 points and 10 boards. The two athletes also were the team's top scorers in a hard-fought 53-51 defeat to Southern Michigan Athletic Association title contender Dansville last Tuesday at Maple Valley High School. Jessica tallied 24 points, while Sarah added 8 markers. But, it wasn't just about who scored, Maple Valley's improved play also can be attributed to some stingy defensive work. Against Dansville, that defense was at its very best. "Defensively, that was the best we have played all year," the third cook, Maple Valley coach Doug Cook, said. The Lady Lions also received some solid outings from Amy Pennington and Emily Aspinall in the contest versus the Aggies. Pennington connected for 7 points and Aspinall added 6 scores. "Amy (Pennington) really stepped it up," coach Cook said. "Two games ago, I told her that we needed more consistency from her." Kim Pearce topped Dansville's scorers with 21 points. Pearce scored seven a points alone in the first quarter. Dansville held a commanding 17-8 lead after the opening quarter and were ahead 27-21 at the half. The game was close for most of the second half and Maple Valley got within six points, 50-44, on a threepoint jumper from Jessica Cook with 5:30 left in the fourth quarter. A Sarah Cook triple, off the glass, put the Lady Lions down by just five points, 51-46, and an Aspinall hoop, off a pass from Jessica Cook, made the deficit just three points, 51-48 with 4:14 remaining. After a Dansville time­ out, Jessica Cook went right back to work and hit another trifecta to close the gap to just one point, 52­ 51, with 32 ticks left on the clock. Dansville's Lindsay Bowen hit l-of-2 free throws to make it a twopoint contest, 53-51, and set up some end-of-the-game drama. Maple Valley set up its last shot, but were never able to get a good look and Jennie Begerow's desperation attempt was blocked. The game, despite being a loss, was something for the Lady Lions to build on and probably helped them to gain some needed confidence for the Lansing Christian matchup. A 16-5 third quarter against Christian helped Maple Valley to come-frombehind and prevail with a few points to spare. The Lady Lions are now 3-4 overall and 3-1 in the SMAA. This week, the team will host Olivet tonight (Tuesday, Sept. 28) and travel to Webberville on Thursday (Sept. 30). Junior Varsity... The JV eagers have won three of its last four with victories against Bellevue 50-49 Sept. 14, Dansville 59-15 Sept. 21 and Lansing Christian 50-24 Sept. 23. The defeat came to Pennfield 40-27 Sept. 16. In the triumph over Bellevue, Holly Forest had 13 points, four steals, four rebounds, Brieann Treloar 12 points, four steals, five rebounds, Jessie Grant nine points, seven assists, four steals, four rebounds, Alesia VanEngen nine points. Maple Valley started slow versus Pennfield and scored only eight points in the first half. Treloar had 11 points and three steals, Jessie Grant six points and seven steals and VanEngen six points. All the Lady Lions scored points versus Dansville. Treloar had 18 points and four steals, VanEngen seven points, Forest six points, Shelbi Cousins six points and nine rebounds, Ashley Gordeneer 11 rebounds and Hillary Grant nine rebounds. The win over Lansing Christian improved the team's season record to 5-2. VanEngen had 13 points, five rebounds and seven steals, Treloar 13 points, six rebounds, seven steals and six assists, Nikki James six points, Jessie Grant six points, six rebounds, six steals, Gordeneer nine rebounds and Hillary Grant seven rebounds. Real Estate FORECLOSED HOMES! LOW OR$0 DOWN! Gov't & Bank Repos being sold Now! Financing available! Local list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. Sarah Cook (44) looks to take a jumper over Dansville's Lindsay Bowen (20) alasstt Tuesday uesday at at Maple Maple Valley Valley High High School. School. y l uj �ThP Manle Valiev News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 28, 1999 - Page 12 Lions still without a loss, beat Bellevue Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association 8th Annual Ride-A-Thon Sunday, October 3,1999 Ionia State Recreation Area 8:30 am - 3:00 pm • Awards at 3:00 pm ~ Breakfast Munchies 8:30 am 'til gone ~ Lunch 11:30 ~ ~ Minimum Pledge $25 ~ 3:00 p.m. Awards Presentations St. Johns o Each $50 in pledges gains entry in GRAND PRIZE drawing Specially Designed T-Shirts Ionia State Recreation 1 Area 3 Mi. Camping Available * (At Regular o ^ee) § Door Prizes ~ Surprises ~ TrophiesCash Award For 4-H Club with Most Riders Grand Rapids S Lansing 1-96 Exit 64 Exit 67 roU For More Information Call... (517) 541-0591 (517) 627-8888 Trailing 6-2 at half-time of last Friday's game with Bellevue, Maple Valley's varsity football team knew they had to take over the line if they were to remain unbeaten. And they did just that to post a 24-6 come-back triumph that put them at 3­ 0 in the SMAA. This week, Maple Valley guns for its sixth consecutive season win against Webberville. Webberville lost to Whitmore Lake last Friday 33-30. Maple Valley nearly lost hold of its winning streak against Bellevue, but came back strong in the second half to win comfortably. "Bellevue came well prepared and they out-played us in the first half," Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. "There are a lot of things that we can work on; we need to get better." Touchdowns in the second half were tallied by Jacob Cole (16-yard run and a 2 37-yard run) and Richard Smith (eight-yard run). Cole's first score, at 6:26 of the third quarter, was aided by blocks from Nathan Swift, Kyle Lackscheide and Chad VanEngen. Cole ended the game with 125 rushing yards on 14 carries, Smith 83 yards on 13 carries and Adam Watson ran the ball seven times for 74 yards. In total, the Lions ran 52 times for 305 yards. Quarterback Ken Lackscheide was l-for-4 passing for 19 yards. Cole caught the 19-yard completion. On defense. Smith made 12 tackles, Jeff Rhoades 12 tackles, Kyle Kines seven tackles, Jason Abfalter five tackles, Travis Kersjes five tackles and Tim Wawiemia six tackles. Ben Hester also helped out defensively with a fumble recovery. Junior varsity football team wins two more Maple Valley's junior varsity football team ran its record to 4-0 with a 20-12 win over Olivet and a 43-6 stomping of Leslie. Against the Eagles, Jeremy Wiser scored two touchdowns on runs of seven and one yards. Mike Hirneiss had a three-yard scoring scamper in the fourth quarter and also carried in the only successful conversion attempt. Eric Smith collected 13 tackles, while Tom Griffen and Brandon Hopkins each had seven bone crushers. Tom Patrick had an interception with a 35-yard return. At the home of the Blackhawks, Maple Valley totaled 472 yards rushing in the big victory. Scoring touchdowns were Eric Smith from two yards, Jacob Skelton from 25 yards, Brian Dunlap from 72 yards and Mike Hirneiss from five, four and 18 yards. Hirneiss tallied a 2-point conversion, while Isaac Franco went 3-for-3 on extra point kicks. Darin Thrun was l-for-2 passing with a 23-yard completion to Wiser. On the defensive side of the ball, Hopkins had an interception, Dunlap and John Terberg had quarterback sacks. Smith and Wiser had seven tackles each and Dunlap led the Lions' team with 9 defensive stops. HARVEST ■j | p ! 5# 5#or orMore, More, Fresh Ground Hamburger 99*. Lesser Amts. $1.19 Lb. Whole Whole Baking king Chickens 89 Hot Dogs 79 Bareman’s 16 Oz. Ba Milk Mix ‘N Match Super Select Cucumbers, Green Onions Dole 3/$G Carrots Sirloin Steaks Chip Dip Bareman’s 16 Oz. Sour Cream Grocery IGA Vermontville -and- � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-10-05.pdf d0ea67db143721259a1362a27c0f149d PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 40/October 5, 1999 Dance, grid victory polish off homecoming by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The excitement of home­ coming week climaxed last Friday evening with a 55-0 win over Webberville. The win against Web­ berville puts qualified the Lions for the state playoffs, and earned them a share of the conference title. Kimberly Knoll, and Rich Smith were crowned queen and king during half­ time, and Michelle Silsbee and Eric Smith, both freshmen, were crowned princess and prince. Students had been prepar­ ing all week for the game and dance held Saturday, with dress-up days, and spirit assemblies on Friday at the high school. The senior girls took on the junior girls in the pow­ der puff game Wednesday, with the score coming up tied at 14-14. Friday, the homecoming parade was a success despite looming clouds. It did not The school board throws candy to the crowd during the homecoming parade. rain, however, and children took home handfuls of candy thrown from the floats. Junia Jarvie and Dorthy Carpenter presided over the parade as grand marshals. Both women are founders of the Maple Valley Scholar­ ship Foundation, which has raised hundreds of thou­ sands of dollars in scholar­ ships for Maple Valley stu­ dents pursuing their educa­ tion after high school. Football players ride in the Homecoming parade. Grand Marshals Junia Jarvie and husband Elmer (left) , and Dorthy Carpenter and husband Elbert (right) ride in the parade. In This Issue • High school has one returning, four new exchange students • Eaton County 4-Hers celebrate National 4-H Week • Undefeated Lion gridders blast Webberville • Lady Lion hoopsters fall to Eagles The Maple Valley Band delights the crowds during the homecoming parade. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, October 5, 1999 - Page 2 Local watercolor artist makes Santas, witches by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Joyce Hummel sits by some of her Santas. Local watercolor artist Joyce Hummel collects San­ tas, and one day she got to thinking, "Why can't I make them?" Now, almost a year later, she sells her Santas and makes and sells Halloween witches. The creations are one of a kind, each different from one another. She makes short, tall, fat, and skinny models. Some of her witches look scary, others kind. "I just got to thinking and I went out and bought the material and supplies, said Hummel. "Soon I was making them for my two daughters and my daughter in law. They loved them." Hummel buys the heads, which are porcelain or plas­ tic, and the hair for the fig- Fifty-five or older? You’ll save 30% on insurance. hen you insure your home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, well save you money! Statistics show that your age group experiences fewer less-costly losses, allowing us to pass the savings on to you. Contact our agency today for a customized proposal on your homeowners insurance protection. -Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TktNo MbaifaqA? TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 Joyce Hummel displays some of her one of a kind witches- just in time for Halloween! urines and then goes on to design clothing and acces­ sories for them. "I like to put jewelry on them and coordinate their outfits," she said. "I get dif­ ferent ideas for each one." Hummel said she is al­ ways on the lookout for ma­ terials such as plastic birds, flowers, patches and insects. She doesn't like to sew so she hot glue guns every­ thing together. Each outfit is made from fabric lace, beads and buttons. "My daughters always send me stuff from different states which is nice to be able to get different materi­ als to use," she said. She embarked on this hobby after giving up paint­ ing for a year or so. I just got tired ofit and I wanted to create something different," she said. Hummel said she has been painting forever, and that she picked the talent up from her mother. Her fa­ vorite objects to paint are flowers, especially Irises. I had always painted in oils and pastels," she said. "My daughter in law Sonja was an instructor and she taught me water color and convinced me to sell them." Since then she has dis­ played and sold her works at the Maple Leaf Gallery in Charlotte and Clay's Diner in Nashville. She has also sold her work, along with the witches and Santas at the Little Red School House in Lansing. She said the Little Red School Continued next page This witch is Joyce Hummels favorite. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 1a.m. Evening Worship..... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................... 7 p.m. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration .10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time 10:30 a.m. Adult Class...................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 301 Fuller St., Nashville Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. ......... 6 P.M. Worship............ Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ..................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group ■ Adult Worship Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH PASTOR MARK THOMPSON NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship........................... 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517)852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service ....................11:15 a.m. P.M. Service................................... 6 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School.......................... 9:45a A.M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service................................... 7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ,11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home . 852-1704 .Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 0 a.m. 1 a.m. S.unday Schoo W.orship.......... .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .............. 9 a.m.. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent , Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA ...............7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 5,1999 - Page 3 Fuller students ‘Experience the Magic’ The kids learn to juggle with the help of Jim Merrills. Before juggling balls, the children learn with scarves. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Students at Fuller Ele­ mentary learned last week that it's OK to drop the ball, when Juggler Jim Mer­ rills stopped by. Merrills is from the com­ pany "Experience the Magic" from Kalamazoo. His company usually fo­ cuses on a magic program with the message of saying no to drugs. This year he said they company added a program on how to juggle with the themes of focusing on goals, and doing things School lunch menu Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ONLY *3.75 Matinees before 6 pm Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tues, *4k5O with Student Student ID after 6 pm ♦4.001Late Shows Fri. ft Sat JDIG. ITAL ST.E7R7ETO, Q No passes or Tuesday discounts Unlimited Free Drink Refills & .25* Corn Refills Lunch Menus Wednesday, Oct. 6 Chicken nuggets, broccoli/cheese, pear halves, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Oct. 7 Pepperoni Pizza, green beans, applesauce, graham crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Oct. 8 Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View Taco, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. MOVIE GUIDE Monday, Oct. 11 Nachos, green beans, pear halves, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Oct. 12 Hot dog, baked beans, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. BLUE STREAK (PG-13) TUES/WED -10:00 DOUBLE JEOPARDY (R) ok/ml TUES -11:30,1:45, 4:00, 6:45, 9:00 WED - 4:00,6:45, 9:00 THE SIXTH SENSE (PG-13) TUES -12:00, 2:15,4:45,7:00, 9:20 WED - 4:45, 7:00,9:20 in steps. "We stress in this fun show how failure is a part of success; that it's OK to 'drop the ball' because it is part of learning," said Mer- juice, milk. Thursday, Oct. 7 Choose One - Spaghetti, cheeseburger, pizza, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, apple­ sauce, juice, milk. Friday, Oct. 8 Choose One - Taco; pizza, chicken sandwich, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel corn, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Monday, Oct. 11 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, green beans, pear halves, juice, milk. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu LOVE OF THE GAME (PG-13) DIGITAL TUES -11:00,1:45,4:30,7:15 WED - 4:30,7:15 COUPON ■ With This Adin Receive «...! [FREE 46 oz. POPCORN ■ , (Measured (MeasuredtywAm. tywAm.net netwogft) wogft) . ■ Ji per coupon/InMed sippies Capon expos 10-21-99 •(MV)! Hit our web site at www.gqti.com mini iii ■ i I L Wednesday, Oct. 6 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two - garden salad, broccoli/cheese, pear halves, CHILDREN House is a huge craft store that rents out booths. She has displayed her work at other galleries as well. Hummel said she also has experimented making bun­ nies and angels. Prices range from $19 to $50 for the unique creations. Each creation takes about five hours to complete. Open 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday - Friday KALKASKA COUNTY: 6+ 1-517-852-9794 CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI .517-852-2377 Hairstyles—for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE POWER AND PLANT ESSENCES. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, MLSs Fax: 852-9138 Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI..................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)....................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).......................................................................... 852-5066 Large 5 bedroom house, 2 baths, formal dining room, open stair­ way, sheltered front porch. Could be 2 family home. (N-67) NEAR HASTINGS IN COUNTRY ON 2 ACRES CHARMING RANCH HOME ON 8 “SECLUDED” ACRES IN THE COUNTY!! 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, home is tastefully decorated throughout walkout basement with large family room. The “park-like” set­ ting is complete with paths for walking or ORVs. Nice pole bam with water & elec. Call Nyle for complete details. (CH-74) beautiful wooded acres on pri­ vate gravel road, short drive to State Land and snowmobile tracks, ideal home site or camp­ ing spot, includes driveway, cleared site, ■electric available. $25,900, $500 down, $320/mo., 11 % land contract, Northern Land Company, 1-800-968­ 3118, www.northemlandco.com FORECLOSED HOMES! LOWOR$0DOWN! Gov’t& Bank Repos being sold Now! Financing available! Local list- NASHVILLE - GREAT INCOME INVESTMENT Live in one unit 81 rent the other 2 story, 4 bedroom home, 2 baths, lots of space in this well kept 2 unit rental, on a nice shady comer lot near elementary school. Call Jerry for more details. (N-69) 2 bedroom earthen sheltered home with open living area. Comer lot. Call Nyle for details. (CH-63) SELLER SAYS BRING ALL OFFERS! FULLER HEIGHTS NASHVILLE I guess I will just keep making them until I tire of it," she said with a smile. Real Estate Nashville, Michigan HAIR SHOP J NASHVILLE POSSIBLE 2 UNIT Watercolor artist, from page 2------------ Kellogg Child Care Center Located: Kellogg School 324 N. Queen Street CHERYL’S choice, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, baked beans, fresh fruit, juice, milk. (Infants - School Age) Reasonable Rates X Tuesday, Oct. 12 Choose One Cook’s THREE KINGS (R) TUES -11:15,1:45, 4:15,7:00,9:30 WED - 4:15,7:00,9:30 how he was scared offailure gling. at first. "We don't count the The students then broke number of balls dropped," into a big circle and learned Merrill told the kids, "we the finer techniques ofjug- count the number caught." rill. "We talk to the kids about how not to take short cuts, and to reconsider friendships with people that put you down or laugh when you fail." Merrill said the program at Fuller was sponsored by Barry County Substance Abuse, and the Big Boy Restaurant in Hastings. Merrill led the children through a program that first started with juggling scarves and them moving on to balls. He told the children how he learned to juggle, and 2 story “Cape Cod” home. (Approx. 2500 sq. ft.) with 4 bed­ rooms & 3 baths. Walkout base­ ment will be finished with extra kitchenette. Second floor not fin­ ished. Front porch & back deck, 2 car attached garage. Appliances included. Call Homer for more info. (CH-70) $75,000 IN VERMONTVILLE! “TURN OF CENTURY VICTORIAN” Large home with apartment or could be used as 3 apartments. Porches, bay windows & cupula are just some of the character this home enjoys. V-71) Call Nyle. This exceptional quad level home on the end of a cul-de-sac is in a secluded setting, quiet neighbor­ hood. Home has 4 bedrooms; 2 1/2 baths, 1st floor laundry, family room with fireplace & a fee room. Inground pool & screened sun room are some of the many “extras". This is a property that must be seen to appreciate!! Call Jerry (N-72) VACANT LAND 2 ACRES ON THE EDGE OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE - Tree lined along the front. Surveyed & perk tested. Contact Nyle. (VL-73) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE for walkout basement. Blacktop road NE of Vermontville. Good access to Lansing. Some newly planted trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed, perked & has driveway per­ mit. Call Nyle. . (VU64) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas available located at the end ofprivate road deed restrictions. ^ail-Nyle • ■ ............. (VL-39). 3.3 ACRES - Country lot big enough for a horse, sur­ veyed on private road. (VL-42) 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site priced to buy-at Just $16,900. Call Nyle today, 726-1234. (VL-43) 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel is ideal for your new home, land contract terms. Call Nyle to discuss the details. (VL-30) PRICE REDUCED! 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway inter­ change. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway; ay; Located on blacktop rOad. Call Homer. * " (VL-4914 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday October 5, 1999 - Page 4 Maplewood 6th-graders explore ‘unknown land Josh DeCamp, (left) and Scott Dockter try to figure out the "mystery liquid." Students in Lynne Snyder's class at Maplewood fly paperairplanes they made for a recent science experiment. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Lynne Snyder’s sixth grade class at Maplewood has been exploring an "un­ known land" in the past weeks. The class just completed a science unit on the scien­ tific method. "Some of the activities we participated in include comparing and contrasting two objects, and exploring an ’unknown’ land. We plot­ ted out a space in the play­ ground and acted like we had landed on a new planet. We also have been creating and flying paper airplanes to The Dog House * Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request find out how changing a variable affected a plane's flight," said Snyder. Snyder said the students have also been busy creating and performing experiments in groups. One experiment involved identifying a mystery liquid and comparing and contrast­ ing it to another liquid us­ ing their senses. Snyder said the students particularly liked exploring the "unknown" land. She had students identify charac­ teristics about the land and had them tell ifthe land had been inhabited, through such clues as trash. Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Claude Hine, Groomer 269 S. Pease Road Coming in Oct. to the Vermontville, MI 49096 Yellow Pages Garage Sale EXERCISE EQUIPMENT, sun-lamp, grandfather clock, old trunk. Treadle sewing machine, clothes, toys, ’88 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. Saturday, October 9 th from 9-4; Sunday, October 10th from 10-4. 608 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville. MOVING SALE Kiln, lawn sweeper, lawn seeder, Lowery organ, radial arm saw, new Hot Point gas range (never used), Gibson heavy duty washer, gas­ Magic Chef heavy duty dryer, 1986 Winnebago-LeSharo motor home. Call 517-852­ 9092. Mike Terpening, (left) Fawn Allwardt, and Erik Godbey explore the “unknown land" for signs of life. Community Service Night planned for Oct. 5 The Nashville Fire De­ partment, the Department of Public Works, the Nashville Police Department and the Emergency Services are all coming together to host a Community Service Night The open house will serve Open House Tuesday, Oct. 5, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the to introduce community service workers to the pub­ fire department. The open house will co­ lic, show new equipment in incide with Fire Prevention the departments, hand out Week, which is observed pamphlets and other infor­ the first week of October mation to the children and every year, said Earl Wilson adults, and share refresh­ ments. ofthe fire department. Clarence Faust to celebrate 95th birthday Jledict a happy retirement... BIG tax savings For Sale Auto Lynn Denton 1998 BLACK PONTIAC GRAND AM GT: 1 owner, in 4695 Middleville Rd., M-37 1. A lifetime retirement income. 2. Tax advantaged interest 3. Competitive rates. 4. Guaranteed minimum rates 5. Guaranteed safety of your funds Count on a retirement plan from Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company of Michigan. Call today. excellent condition. Power seats & windows. Cruise control - air, keyless remote entry. Sunroof& CD player, 59,000miles. Asking $15,995 OBO. 616-891-7874. Clarence Faust will be 95 on Thursday, Oct. 7, 1999. He resided in Vermontville, Bellevue and Lake Odessa areas before living at Ten­ dercare, Hastings. His ad­ dress is: 240 E. North St., Hastings, MI 49058. For Sale Auto 1994 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $11,000OBO 948- Lion's Den (Before and After School Program) Open: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. 3:00 P.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday Snowdays • Summer Contact: Maple valley Adult Education Kellogg School 324 N. Queen St. • Nashville 517-852-9794 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 5, 1999 - Page 5 High school has 1 returning, 4 new exchange students by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter There are four new foreign exchange students at the high school this year. Sayaka Nemoto, an ex­ change student from Japan, also returned to spent her senior year at Maple Valley. "This is a great group of kids," said high school counselor Ward Rooks. The group includes Nemoto, Juan Munoz, from Spain, Tamar Sanodze from the Republic of Georgia in the former Soviet Union, Alexandra Kondrateua, from Russia, and Kathrina Kirch­ ner from Germany. Munoz, Sanodze, and Kirchner are all staying with Deb and Bill Allen. Munoz got his first taste ofthe differences in schools when he went outside on the first day of school and started smoking a cigarette. He said he had no idea that was a problem because in Spain the students can smoke at school. He said the drinking age is 16, which is also different. Munoz said he likes the fast food here in America, especially Pizza Hut. Most of the group differs with him, saying they miss the food from their homes. "The food here tastes like chemicals," said Kirchner. Sanodze agreed. She said she is excited about a trip to Chicago she will soon take because there is a Georgian restaurant. The most missed dish she said was kahinkali, a meat ravioli made from homemade dough. Sanodze said she loves the shopping here, but "the money goes too quick." "I like the students here, they are full ofjoy. Here you can choose your sub­ jects; back home you have to take certain classes," she said. Kirchner agreed she liked the people here, especially her host family. "There is one community here at the school and I like it very much. Everyone does things together," she said. Kondrateva is staying with Don and Marsha Grant. She said the school here is much different than in Russia, as there are many tests and students must keep up on homework. In Russia, she said there are mainly just huge final ex­ ams so many students put off homework until the big test. Kondrateva said she was concerned about the recent explosions in Russia, but that they were not near to her family. Rooks also said it really brought home world news when Kondrateva came into the office to call her parents and make sure everyone was okay after the explosions. She said she has attended a wedding and a wedding shower and they are also different than in Russia. She said the biggest differ­ ence was the buffet line. Nemoto, who is back af­ ter being a foreign exchange student at Maple Valley last year, says she is excited about her senior year. She is here on a non-immigrant student visa. "I came back because I love it here," she said. "I like the difference in schools. You have more choices here. Back home we wear uniforms and no jew­ elry, which I like. I have also made a lot of friends." Nemoto will have to at­ tend a half of a year back in Japan.to officially graduate there. She said her parents were happy for her to have the experience. In Loving Memory of Denise Snowden-Krouse B She also plays clarinet in the band, which Rooks said is unusual for an exchange student. "Last year was my first year marching and it was a lot of fun," she said. The high school has four new exchange students and one that returned from last year. They are (from left) Juan Munoz, Tamar Sanodze, Kathrina Kirchner, Sayaka Nemoto, and Alexandra Kondrateva. Is your bonk what it used to be? Maybe it's time to change banks! Takeovers, Name changes, Disappearing branches, Extra fees, Impersonal service. Is your current bank merging once again? Well, take heart! You can rely on Eaton Federal Savings Bank to resist the changes that are literally sweeping away the traditions of local banking. Our roots are here; and always will be. the “smarter” choice for your financial needs, including our Thrift Checking Account which can be opened with just $50.00 and has no minimum balance requirement, no monthly fees, no per check charges and a Free ATM-SPIR1T card for use at Eaton Federal ATM’s. Plus CDs, IRAs, mortgages, home equity credit lines, auto Ioans and so much more. In short, Eaton Federal Savings Bank holds fast to its solid, time-honored heritage of friendly, professional service offered by people you know and trust. Generation after generation, our cus­ tomers have counted on Eaton Federal to achieve their financial goals. It’s the smarter way... just ask us! And more than ever, that makes us Eaton Federal August 13,1965 - September 29,1995 Only The Best Just four years ago, a heart of gold stopped beating g two shining eyes at rest. God broke our hearts to prove’I He only takes the best. God knows you had to leave us, but you did not go ■ alone, for part of us went with you the day He took you | home. Our family chain has been broken and nothing is the^ same. Even though we cannot see you, you are always FIVE CONVENIENT by bur sides. To some you are forgotten, to-nthers just part ofthe past, but to. us who loved, and lost you,’the memory wil always last. [FDIC EtUAbHOUSIMQ LENDER We will always LOVE and MISS you Dee, in life- arid even still. OFFICE HOURS: —Anonymous ~ Always in our thoughts and deeply missed by Your Family^ LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: f Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville-852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 5, 1999 - Page Maple Valley celebrates homecoming Many colorful floats were a part of the parade last Friday. The powder puff game would not have been complete without these attractive "women. The cheerleaders ride in style during the Homecoming parade on the new fire truck words on paper. They will always be the most powerful tools human beings use to communicate. They place no limits on how much we can say, and the furthest reaches of the imagination are the only limits on what we can show. They have the power to make complex ideas simple, and simple ideas powerful. We do more than' read them, we hold them. And, from the advertising we see in publi­ cations to the letters we receive in the mail, the things we hold in our hands have the quickest routes to our hearts. Say It Sfa. Print The senior girls squared off with the juniors during last week's powder puff game. The final score was 14-14. �Looking PRINTER? FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH Call one ofour Sales Professionals today! SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIGAND NEVER TOO SMALL I Letterheads •Folders Business cards •Books • Bill Love • Paul Wolfram • Steve Steward • Jennie Jacobs • Cheryl Jones - at Charlotte Litho •Stickers Annual Reports •invitations Brochures ,Labels Flyers Tags Posters •Envelopes Political Signs a Tickets Rubber Business stamps Forms Balloons •computer Newsletters Forms •Catalogs Calendars If you’re in need of creative ideas for your printing needs, come see our trained staff at J-Ad Graphics, we can help you achieve the look you want in your next printing project with state-of-the-art typesetting and creative design. Barry County's Most Complete Printing Facility SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! PICK-UP AND DELIVERY MAILING SERVICE COMPLETE BINDERY WEB AND SriHirErETT FrrE-nD OFFSET PRINTING — LOCATED AT — 1952 N. Broadway (Just North of City Limits) Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616) 945-5078 (616) 945-5192 fax 144 S. Cochran (Right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 (517) 543-2272 fax �The Maple VaUey News Nashville Tuesday October 5, 1999 - Page 8 First 4-H Rendezvous build student skills by Patricia Johns StaffWriter It was a little dusty; it was a long walk from the tents to the porta-johns; muzzle loading was a little loud; but everyone had lots of fun while learning out­ door skills at the first 4-H Rendezvous. Residents of the Nash­ ville area were a major part of the young people and leaders from 4-H clubs across the county learned first aid, survival, orienteer­ ing, out door cooking, and marksmanship. All went on a nature scavenger hunt and learned about birding and keeping a nature journal. Students and workshop leaders also came from the Caledonia and Middleville areas. By getting a chance to see the muzzle loading process, the young people got a peek at techniques used by early settiers. Once they also got a chance to shoot 22 rifles in the marksmanship work­ shop, they could evaluate the two shooting sports. Students tested their archery skills and proudly compared their scores. One of the most fun parts of the day was playing games, in­ cluding a spirited series of "capture the flag.” The 4-H Rendezvous took place at the Norris Road 4­ H and FFA tree farm. Pro­ gram Associate Kathy Pen­ nington worked with leaders and others on a committee to plan that Pennington hopes is just the first of many camping experiences. INDEPENDENT BANK PART-TIME SERVICE ASSOCIATE (TELLER) Are you looking for a new opportunity because you are bored at your present job? Do you want to get ahead but there are few opportunities? At Independent Bank we pride ourselves on promoting from within when possible. Are you someone who can be assertive but also friendly, even in difficult situations? Someone who has learned to use tact and wit to find positive solutions? Do you enjoy working with customers and co-workers or believe you would? If this describes you, we need youl We currently have a part-time position in our Vermontville office. This is a great opportunity to be part of the Independent Bank Team. We offer competitive salary and paid training. If you would like to work for a company that cares about its employees, please stop in at our office located at 194 Main Street, Vermontville to fill out an application or send your resume in confidence to Independent Bank, Attn: SM Teller Posi­ tion: 227 W.Main St., Ionia, Ml 48846. INDEPENDENT BANK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER; M/F/D/V Pennington hopes to in­ crease the interest in conser­ vation issues in 4 H. Speakers emphasized where club members could partici­ pate in non-livestock con­ servation projects. Leaders who were in­ volved appreciated the par­ ticipation of many parents. "The one-on-one contact was really great," Penning­ ton said. No one went hungry dur­ ing the weekend. Hobo din­ ners were made by the young people and cooked over the coals. The breakfast on Sunday morning in­ cluded pancakes cooked on Coleman stoves and sausages and eggs cooked over a wood fire. Saturday night included stories told by leaders and young participants. Stories included many Native American tales from Michi­ gan and the southwest. Instructors for the Ren­ dezvous included Howard Chupp, Danny Dunn, Jim Bruce, Marlowe Bums, Tim Rumsey and Pennington. Several parents pitched in with outdoor first aid and cooking. Students had their own favorites: Some wanted ex­ tra time with the shooting sports or archery. Others were most impressed with the brush lean-to created for survival skills. Barry County 4-H Youth Agent Kathy Walters Surratt said, "We look forward to planning more activities for 4-H participants this year. For information about Barry County 4-H, call 948­ 4862. Yeeffria Stjeet? Send all of your favorite sweeties a Sweetest Day greeting card from Hallmark. With lots of unique designs to choose from, you're bound to find a sweet card. Sweetest Day is Saturday, October 16. The "victim" is hidden in the makeshift stretcher created by the oldest group of 4-H members. Pennington and Surratt will evaluate the experience and work with leaders to create an even better outdoor experience. Island or even lending a hand with hauling water or supplies, this campout was rated a success. Whether it was listening to the call of the owls at night, sharing cooking techniques, telling the story ofthe creation of Mackinac Eaton County 4-Hers to celebrate National 4-H Week Eaton County 4-H’ers are joining nearly seven million boys and girls nationwide in observing National 4-H Week, Oct. 3-9. 4-H is the Cooperative Extension system’s dynamic, non-formal, educational pro­ gram for young people. 4-H programs reach over 6.5 mil­ lion young people across the United States. The program combines the cooperative efforts of youth, volunteer leaders, state land-grant uni­ versities, federal, state, local governments and the United States Department of Agriculture. The mission of the Cooperative Extension sys­ tem in conducting 4-H pro­ grams is to help youth acquire knowledge, develop life skills and form attitudes that will enable them to become self-directing, pro­ ductive and contributing members of society. The 4-H program focuses on develop­ ing knowledge and skills, learning how to deal with stress and learning to help others. In Eaton County, there are 324 volunteer leaders work­ ing with 1,014 4-H mem­ bers. These volunteers are among the more than 500,000 leaders nationwide who each contributed about 220 hours of service last year. 4-H, conducted by Michigan State University Extension, is open to boys and girls ages 6-19, wherev­ er they live. Programs are conducted in the 3,150 coun­ ties ofthe United States, the District of Columbia and six territories. Since its beginning nearly 100 years ago, about 45 mil­ lion Americans from all walks of life have been involved in 4-H. In addition, some 82 countries around the world have youth pro­ grams similar to 4-H. The program thrives because of a unique partner­ ship with the public and pri­ vate sectors who contribute at the local, state and nation­ al level. Not only does this partnership include financial support, but many business people volunteer their time and talents to boys and girls. Support at the local level is received through the help of many businesses, financial institutions, civic organiza­ tions and service groups. For more information on how to become involved in 4-H as a member or volun­ teer leader, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517)372-5594. Can 945-9554 for ACnON-Ms! f CLAY’S DINNER BELL 113 N. Main, Nashville (517) 852-9700 Open 7 days a weekfrom 6:00 am to 8:00 pm We will be open until 9:00pm on Oct. 1 & 2for Maple Valley’s Homecoming Weekend Senior Cititzens still receive 10% off on all dinners and specials ? every Monday and Tuesday from 3:30 pm until closing. (No coupon or card required!) L We have daily breakfast, lunch and dinner specials. Call for the day’s selections y Homemade Southern Fried Chicken is now on our menu! All dinners come with salad bar, bean soup, cornbread, dinner roll, vegetable and choice of potatoes! t ' Our entire menu is availablefor take-out. 219 NORTH MAIN STREET &52-O&45 Hours: 9 am to 6jm-Monday ~ Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday WWWWWW V . . v •. ; - ■ - ; _,w. Jr Jr Jr < c ' e ' * .«. * �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, October 5, 1999 - Page 9 Melissa Jewel, of the Maple Valley Riders, comers a barrel at the state show. J ■■^'® Two members of the Maple Valley Riders 4-H club earned the right to compete at the State 4-H Horse Show by qualifying at the Eaton County Fair. The state show was held Aug. 13-15 at Michigan State University. Melanie Shance, daughter of Jill and Randy Shance of Nashville, made her third trip to Lansing as an Eaton County delegate. She shows a palamino quarter horse gelding named Real Mighty Skip both Hunt seat and Western. Melanie placed sixth in Western Pleasure, and fifth in Hunt Seat Equi­ tation. Melanie has been riding for six years and showing "Skip" for the past three. She also enjoys trail riding and has tried jumping and team penning. This was her last year in 4-H. She gradu­ ated from Maple Valley in June and is attending Kel­ logg Community College. Competing at MSU for the first time was Melissa Jewell and her POA Quail's Flecky Rebel. Melissa is the daughter ofJan and Don Jewell of Nashville and at- tends eighth grade at Maple Valley. Melissa placed first in Cloverleaf Barrel Race and Flag Race, second in Pole Bending and third in Key­ hole. Melissa has been riding "Rebel" for four years. The seventeen-year-old pony is always exciting to ride, and loves to compete, she says. Melissa also likes to trail ride. Frontier Jeep Eagle of Charlotte purchased match­ ing director's chairs for the delegates from Eaton County. Melanie Shance, from the Maple Valley Riders competed at state this year. For Sale *3SEi Rffiai B x s^Sb® C£^ p^italn ■Hit afatator ieisis iitffliilKft sas h ral«ii El®® KffiWtt mb to Msttaa ih'i.iW- RlffiS®' ten it fritasrj.i*® Uli**® iSaair wlafaJ^ gsaisi My NO WAX VINYL FLOOR­ ING AT $4.99 sq. yd.!!! Special purchase - cash & carry. LAMI­ NATE FLOORING AT $1.99 SQ. FT. 15 year warranty, sev­ T . ..<fll eral colors, cash and carry, 100 sq. ft. minimum purchase. Bar­ gain shopper prices on carpet too! Call Westen’s Carpet, 210 E. Main, Middleville, 616-795­ 3000. Open Tuesday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-3pm he time is ripe for fall home improvements. All il takes is cash and we have DSS SATELLITE SYSTEM OWNERS, NOTICE. Free plenty of it to lend. In the equipment upgrades, all older satellite equipment (mini dish) will upgrade receiver and blue access card for a new topknotch RCA fourth generation 32 bit processor with new remote and Y2K compliant access card free; equipment can be non-working and must have valid access card, call Stealth, 616-948-0253. form of home equity loans, DSS SATELLITE SYSTEM OWNERS, NOTICE. We pay response to your cash for used satellite dish equip­ ment. Can’t pay the bill? Sell your equipment to Stealth, 100 minimum cash for any equip­ ment with a blue access H card, need not be working, must have valid access card. Call Stealth, 616-948-0253. application. And expect lines of credit and home improvement loans. Yon can count on a fast the term, rate and monthly payment to suit you to a “T”. Call or visit any I lastings City Bank Help Wanted office while the [tickins ATTENTION: VERMONTVILLE TOWN­ SHIP RESIDENTS we are are good. looking for someone to replace sexton at Woodlawn Cemetery, you may apply by calling 517­ 726-0524. Mowing lawn, triming and opening and closing of graves, work is very hard at times so people who apply should be in good health. Woodlawn Cem­ etery Board________________ It's HarvestTime 29 PEOPLE WANTED TO GET PAID $$ to lose up to 301bs in the next 30 days. Natu­ ral, guaranteed. Call: 616-248­ 7707. For Rent NICE 1 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME On Thomapple Lake, not inpark. 517-852-93fi6. Sjastnujs tfitvSonk www.hastingscitybank.com .Member 1 Dl(: Hastings 945-2401 Middleville 795-3338 Bellevue 763-9418 Nashville 852-0790 lender Caledonia 891-0010 Wayland 792-6201 �The Map* Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday October 5,1999 - Page 10 Men's breakfast set for Saturday A community breakfast prepared by the men's fel­ lowship of the Vermontville United Methodist Church will be held from 7 to 10 i.m Saturday, Oct 9, at coffee and juice. There will be a free-will offering for the breakfast. For more information, call 852-0864. the church Included in the meal will be biscuits and gravy, pan­ cakes, sausage. french toast, eggs (any style), milk and Maplewood students try hand at newspaper WATER QUALITY REPORT FOR THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE OCTOBER 1999 Tim report c er. the drinking water quality for the Village of Vermontville, Michigan, for the calendar year IWH This information is a snapshot ot of the quality of the water that wc provided to you in 1998. Included are details abend where your waler comet fro what it contains, and how it compares to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Mate standards Yow waler comes from 3 groundwat r wells located al 159 Third St. The wells arc in an aquifer about 180 test deep m gravel pack. The Village of Vermontville is in the process of a Wellhead Protection Program (WHP) with the company erf Hers and VandcnBrink Wc have a citizen advisory panel composed of citizens, < ounol Mermen Township, and County Officials. • Contaminants and their presence in water: Drinking Water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain al least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants docs not nec­ essarily indicate that vsici poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’S Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791), • Yatei infiPW) of sub-populations: Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking waler than the general populations Immuno-compromiscd persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV- AIDS or other immune sys­ tems disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. 7 hese people should seek advice about drinking waler from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants arc available from the Safe Drinking Waler Hotline (800-426-4791). • Sources of Drinking Water: The Sources of drinking water (both lap and bottled waler) include rivers, lakes streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. Our water comes from wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring mineral. In some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity. • Contaminants that may be present in source water include: • MtervMai contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations and wildlife. • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or result from urban stormwater runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. • Pesticides and herbicides,which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture and residential uses. • Radioactive contaminants,which are naturally occurring. • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-prod­ ucts of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwa­ ter runoff, and septic systems in order to ensure that tap waler is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems Pood and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water that provide the same protection for public health. Water Quality Data 7Tic table below lists all the drinking water contaminants that wc detected during the 1998 calendar year. The presence of these contaminants in the waler does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done January J—December 31, 1998. the State allows us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants arc not expected Io vary significantly from year to year. All of the data is representative of the water quality, but some arc more than one year old. Terms and abbreviations used below: • Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level ofa contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLG's allow for a margin of safety. • Maximum Contaminant Ijevcl (MCL): The highest level of contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCL’s arc set as close Io the MCLG's as feasible using the best available treatment technology. • N/A: Not applicable ND: Not detectable al testing limit, ppb: parts per billion or micrograms per liter, ppm: parts per million or milligrams per liter. pCi/L: picocurics per liter (a measure of radiation) •Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant that, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements which water systems must follow. Patti Braun's class stands under their newspapers which are displayed in the hallway at Maplewood. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff" Writer Patti Braun's class at Maplewood recently tried their hand at the newspaper business. Students were given a newspaper format front page and were assigned to fill it in with news that concerned themselves, such as their fu­ ture plans, hobbies, activi­ ties and more. The students also drew pictures to go with the stories. "It was a gazette and we had to write everything about ourselves," said stu­ dent Jeremy Whitney. "We wrote about what we would invent ifwe invented some­ thing. We also wrote about ways to be kind to others." "We also wrote about what we want to do in our future," said student Christy Dietrick, who said she is in­ terested in a journalism fu­ Austin Bodenmuller shows his gazette he created. ture. Contaminant MCI MCIjG Our Water Sample Date Violation Y/N Typical Source of Contaminant Arsenic lOppb None 3ppb April 1997 N Erosion of natural deposits orchards, glass, electronic production Discharge of Drilling wastes & erosion of natural deposits Erosion of natural deposits Erosion of natural deposits aluminum & fertilizer facto­ ries Barium 2(Klpph 200ppb 25ppb April 1997 N Chromium lOOppb lOOppb 2ppb April 1997 N Huoride 40()ppb 4000ppb 30ppb 1998 N Unregulated Contaminant Sulfate N/A N/A 41 mg/L Contaminant Action Level Lead Copper I5ppb 1300ppb 1998 N Our Water Number of Samples Over Actii>n Level 0 105 Erosion of natural deposits 0 0 The State allows us to monitor for some contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants do not change frequently. Some of our data, though representative, is more than one year old. Unregulated contaminant monitoring helps EPA to determine where certain contaminants occur and whether it needs to regulate those contaminants. Is our water system meeting other rules that govern our operations? The State and EPA require us to test our waler on a regular basis to ensure its safety. Wc met all the monitoring and reporting requirements for 1998. Wc are committed to providing you safe, reliable, and healthy waler. We are pleased to provide you with this information to keep you fully infoi med about your water. We will be updating this report annually, and will also keep you informed of any problems that may occur throughout the year, as they may happen. For more information about your water, or the contents of this report, contact Tony Wawiemia at the Village Garage or call 726-1444. 100 RNS & LPNS FALL INTO A NEW CAREER Try something completely different and new In your nursing career - correc­ tional healthcare. Correc­ tional Medical Services, the nation's leader in cor­ rectional healthcare, cur­ rently has excellent op­ portunities for LPNs at the Calhoun County Justice Center in Battle Creek. FT Days PT Evenings PT Nights PRN also available for RNS & LPNS Use all your skills daily in an ambulatory care set­ ting. Stable company. Great pay. Contact: Dorothy Henricks at 800­ 222-8215 X9544. EOE. DTR. FIND OUT WHY 3,000 NURSES NATION-WIDE CHOOSE CMS AS THEIR CAREER PATH!!! COOK Full time PM Cook/Lead Person for a 138 bed county owned medical care facility. Must have 3 to 5 years of cooking experience, along with knowledge of mechanically altered diets. Hours are 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. GED or equivalent, with excellent decision making skills. Excellent wages, benefits and working conditions. Call (616) 945-2407 x511 to schedule an interview, or apply in person at: cQibrnapple cjManor’ fg 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 5, 1999 — Page 11 WATER QUALITY REPORT FOR VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE SEPTEMBER 1999 This report covers the drinking water quality for the Village ofNashville for the calendar year 1998. This information is a snapshot ofthe quality ofthe water we provided to you in 1998. Included are details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state standards. The water we supply you comes from three groundwater wells located on Sherman Street and Water Alley. The state of Michigan will be performing an assessment ofour source water by 2003. We will inform you how to get a copy ofthis assessment report when it becomes available. * Contaminants and theirpresence in water: Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate the water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791. * Vulnerability ofsub-populations: Nashville Ambulance service assists Ambulances from across the area responded during this disaster exercise. This ambulance from Nashville joined those from Wayland Mercy and TTES in assisting victims during a disaster response exercise on Sept. 23 in Middleville. ‘Kiss the Pig’ contest end nears Jason Graham holds his pet pig Jordan. Jordan will kiss the lucky winner of the "Kiss the PJg" contest going on until Oct. 15. The contest raises money for the Maple Valley Scholarship Foundation. Community Notice, Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791. * Sourcesfor Drinking Water: The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. Our water comes from wells. As water travels over the surface ofthe land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and in some cases, radioactive materials, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence ofanimals or from human activity. * Contaminants that may be present in source water include: * Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural operations and wildlife. *Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. *P Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agricultural and urban stormwater run-off. * Radioactive contaminants, which may be naturally occurring or the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. * Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by­ products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems. In order to ensure tap water is safe to drink. EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of cer­ tain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. Food and Drug Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which provide the same protection for public health. The attached table lists all drinking water contaminants that we detected during the 1998 calendar year. The presence'of these contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the water poses a health risk. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented in this table is from testing done January 1 - December 31, 1998. The state allows us to monitor for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concen­ trations ofthese contaminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. All ofthe data is representative of the water quality, but .some are more than one year old. Terms and abbreviations used in the table: Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is. no known or expected risk to health. MCLG’s allow for a margin of safety. VERMONTVILLE METH­ ODIST CHURCH Holiday Craft Show. 10 tables to rent, 1 day $10., 2 days $15. Nov. 26 & 27. Call 517-726-0621 to re­ serve. HELP US HELP OTHERS Attend our nursing assistant class and secure ^our health care career for the future. The resi­ dents here always appreciate new faces and friendships, as well as caring, gentle hands and hearts. The next class will be held October 18th through November 4th. Starting wage is $9.00 per hour with excellent benefits available. Class is not held on the weekends. Apply for this op­ portunity in person before October 14, 1999. HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement,-.quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-SOO611-3766. Business Services Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCL's are set as close to the MCLG’s as feasible using the best available treatment technology. N/A: Not applicable ND: Not delectable at testing limit ppb: parts per billion or micrograms per liter ppm: parts per million or milligrams per liter pCUL: picocuries per liter (a measure ofradiation) Action level: The concentration of a contaminant, which if exceeded, triggers treatment or other require­ ments which water systems must follow. Copies of this report are available at the Nashville Village Office. Samples collected from wells or plant tap Contaminant Our Water MCL MCLG 'Date Violate Y/N Fluoride 0.2 mg/1 4.0 mg/1 4 4/09/98 N ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS, windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. NEAL’S CONSTRUCTION Roofing, siding, gutters, 20 plus colors, cleaning, repair, free estimates. 616-948-8522 or 1­ 800-428-8777.____________ Likely Source ofContaminanl Erosion of natural deposits aluminum & fertilizer factoties Arsenic 50 ppb 2 ppb N/A N 11/09/98 Erosion of natural deposits orchards, glass, electronic prod Barium 2.0 mg/1 0.121 mg/1 2 N 10/07/97 Discharge of drilling waste, discharge from metal refinaries VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner ^ornapple operated' for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 NationalAds 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 Dichloro­ benzene, 1,4- 0.7 ppb . 75 ppb N 10/16/97 75 Lead 1.8 ppb N/A N/A N 11/09/98 EOE The Village of Nashville will have brush pick up on October 11 & 12 and on October 18 & 19. Please place all brush at curb side for these pick up dates. PLEASE DO NOT PUT LEAVES OUT UNTIL OCTOBER 22 AS WE WILL NOT PICK UP LEAVES UNTIL THEN, Corrosion of household plumbing systems, erosion of HOMEWORKERS 'NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ BRUSH PICK UP Discharge from industrial chemical factories cessing mail. Easy! No .experi­ ence heeded. Call 1-800-426­ 3085 Ext.#1400 24hrs. natural deposits Radiological Contaminants Contaminanl Well Date Result MCL Exceed MCLG Limit YIN Mobile Homes Radioisotopes ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. ______________ FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several 672-9604. ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta '-Homes} 1-800-968-7-376. - 15 0 N 50* J N N 8/26/96 Alpha Total 1&2 8/26/96 5pCi/l Beta Total 3 <4pCi/l Beta Total I&2 8/26/96 8/26/96 <5pCi/l 50‘ 0 <3pCi/l 15 *EPA Considers 50 pCi/l to be evel of concern for Beta Partic es Samlies CoIIectet from the Distribution System Contaminant REPO: MUST SELL will look ■at any offer; 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ N 3 banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. 0 Alpha Total Lead Copper S Samples Over Action Level Date 15 ppb 2 1994 Corrosion ofhousehold 1.3 ppm 0 1994 plumbing, erosion of Our Water »♦» Action Level 12 ppb 0.833 ppm Likely Source Of Contaminant natural deposits 90% of Samples at or below this level Note: Infants and children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical and mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure. _________________________________________________ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 5, 1999 - Page 12 Still undefeated, Lions blast Webberville Adam Watson (32) gets a quick pitch from Ken Lackscheide (3) and cuts it back inside for additional yards. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Jacob Cole (27) sprints down field with a little help from a nice block. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Lions earned a share of the Southern Michigan Athletic Association title and a spot in the prep State playoffs with a convincing 55-0 homecoming win over Webberville- last Friday at home. The first two scores for Homeproje^ts PRESSURE TREATED LUMBER AMERICA'S CABINETMAKER Cabinets guaicihan Fiberglass Insulation Celotex insulation h..Come oomee.to quality. Andersen. Plywood Lumber Oak Pine Molding use 1 Drywall Armstrong Ceiling Tile Hand & Power Tools Paints ■ROOfS Dry Mix Crete & Supply Wolverine Technologies Time for New Siding? Marque«Line D oom systems Pre-Hung steel Doors HOMETOWN; LUMBER YARD 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset" Maple Valley's defense dominated the Spartans with gang tackles like this one from Matt Thome (71), Kyle Kines (61) and Eric Goris (78). (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley came off two-point run at 11:16 of blocked punts. the second quarter put the Eric Goris blocked a punt score at 16-0. and returned it 30 yards at The third Maple Valley 10:53 for the first score. touchdown was a 30-yard Jacob Cole ran in a two- pass play at 9:34 from point conversion to make it quarterback Ken Lackscheide 8-0. to receiver Nathan Swift. Jason Abfalter blocked a That and the first of three punt and ran it back 28 Abfalter's extra point kicks yards for the Lions' second made it a 23-0 contest. touchdown. Adam Watson's' - Lackscheide completed^- of-4 passes in the game for 128 yards. From there the rout was on. Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's team scored three more times before half to go in up 35-0. An Abfalter 18 yard run at 6:11, a three-yard run by Lackschiede at 5:01 and a 1- Continued next page �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 5, 1999 — Page 13 Farm Youth basketball sign-up deadline is Wednesday It's time again to sign-up for the Maple Valley Youth Basketball program. The program expanded four years ago to include traveling teams. If your child wants to participate on a traveling team, you will be responsible for transportation to and from each game. Games begin Nov. 20 and run through the middle of February. Games are on Saturdays, skipping the weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's. Practices will be a maximum of three times per week, depending upon gym availability, starting in October or November. Jason Abfalter (6) scoops up a blocked punt and scampers into the end zone for six points. (Photo by Perry Hardin) From previous page yard run by Jeff Rhoades at 1:48 accounted for those three scores. Abfalter finished the game with 63 yards on just three carries. For the game, the Lions collected. 239 yards rushing the ball. An 18-yard run by Adam Watson and a 4-yard jaunt by Kyle Kines in the second half closed out the scoring for the Lions. The Lions defense also played extraordinary, holding Webberville to just 65 yards on total offense. Jeff Rhoades and Rich Smith both led the defensive charge with 9 tackles apiece. Maple Valley (6-0 overall and 5-0 in the SMAA) play at Dansville this Friday. Dansville lost to Leslie last week 20-6. Local elderly man drives into ditch An 84-year-old Ver­ montville man who told po­ lice he was returning from feeding the ducks acciden­ tally drove into a ditch on Kellogg Street near East Main Street in Nashville, according to Barry County Sheriffs Department dep­ uties. Elisha Raymond Franks told police he had no idea how he ended up in the ditch and that he did not be­ lieve he had lost conscious­ ness, police reported. Police investigation showed that the vehicle was westbound and failed to ne­ gotiate a curve. No skid marks were seen. Franks suffered minor in­ juries. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - ft The schools that participated in the travel league last year Were Maple Valley, Olivet, Bellevue, Springport and Lansing Christian. There is a participation fee of $15 for travel team players. The fee is due on sign-up night which is Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. at the Maple Valley High School g cafeteria. This will be the last date for any boy or girl wishing to play on a travel team. There are sign-up sheets available at Maplewood schools. They can be turned in anytime before Oct. 6 or on sign-up night. There will also be an Dolomite orCalcitic.Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691_______________ AG. LIMESTONE intramural program for boys in the fourth through sixth grades for those who don't wish to play on the travel teams. The intramural program starts Saturday, Jan. 8 and runs through Jan. 29. There is no fee for the intramural program, but you should come to the sign-up night and fill out a sign-up sheet. Sheet need to be turned in by Oct. 6 as well. Parents are needed to help with the intramural program or to coach a travel team. If interested, please attend the meeting. If you have questions or concerns, call Keith Jones at 852-1901. Eighth-grade eagers beat Bellevue, Olivet Maple Valley's eighth grade eagers traveled to Bellevue last Monday and pulled out a 36-28 win. The bench strength was a deciding factor. Amber Terberg, Donna Cripe, Heidi McCrimmon and Cortnee Wyskowski added timely baskets to Lions look to end golf season on high note Maple Valley High School's varsity golf team placed second in the final SMAA Jamboree with a team score of 166. The score was the Lions' lowest of the season. Pat Chaffee led M.V. with a season-low 37. Pat Kenyon was next with a 41. It was Kenyon's first varsity match. Other scores used were 44s by Brian Burt, Michael Meade and Ryan Mead. The week before, the Lions' golfers placed eighth out of 15 teams at the Clinton County Invitational and seventh at the Eaton Rapids Invitational. Chaffee fired an 81 at Clinton County, just one stroke out of the Top 10. Joe Elliston also had a solid score of 85. At Eaton Rapids, Maple Valley had two teams that finished in second place. The scramble team of Elliston and Ryan Mead fired an 80 and the best ball team of Chaffee and Craig Harvey added an 82. In junior varsity golf action at Webberville, Collin McLean led with a second place 43. Other low scores were a 49 from Jason Phillip and a 49 from Nick Jones. In the girls division, Christina Jackson beat her competition from Olivet. The golf teams end the year Wednesday at Mulberry Fore against Middleville. secure the victory. Megan Garvey led the Lady Lions with 21 points and pulled down 7 rebounds. Stephanie Joostberns added 8 points. The team played A and B contests on Wednesday. The B team lost to Olivet 26-18. Megan Putnam led the squad with 8 points and 9 rebounds. Cortnee Wyskowski scored 6 points and pulled down 7 caroms. The A team (4-1). won 40­ 16. Garvey scored 24 points and made 8 steals. Joostberns added 13 points, 10 rebounds and 3 steals. Chayla Robles had a steal and Amber Terberg 7 steals. CLEAN OUT YOUR BASE­ MENT and your attic. Turn extra and unwanted clothing and household items into cash! Ad­ vertise garage sales, porch sales, yard sales and miscellaneous items with classifieds in both the Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 616-945-9554 SAVE ON MASS MAILING COSTS when you want to reach a large audience, insert yourbrochure in one ofour local publications. Call 616-945-9554 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Get A Deere With No Dough (No Payments Until April 2000*) LT155 Lawn Tractor • 15 hp* 42-inch mulching mower deck • Automatic transmission GT225 Lawn and Garden Tractor • 15 hp • 42-inch convertible COBB Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David CobtJ 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. oa a v iVeirmentvilleA. .tt Booher wins in All-City Maple Valley golf coach Mike Booher not only knows how to teach the game... he also can play it pretty well. Booher recently won the All-City Seniors Tournament held at the Groesbeck Golf Course in the 50-59 age division. The Vermontville native carded a one-over-par 72 to win the title by one stroke, birdies. mower deck • Automatic transmission There s a lot you can do for no dough at your John Deere dealer’s store. Like take advantage of no payments until April 2000* on this full line of lawn and garden tractors. See your John Deere dealer before October 31, 1999, and don’t cut a single payment until you start cutting the grass next year. ril■l ■ m JOHN DEERE Nothing Runs Like A Deere® ■___6___ Equipment, Inc. www.deere.com Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml Hours: Mon .Tues., Wed, & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs.'7 to 7. Sat.7 to 2 945-9526 ‘Offer ends Octobei 31, 1999 Subject to approver) credit on John Deere Credit Revolving Plan For noncommercial use '0% down payment required if the balance is not paid indull by the end o! Same-As-Cash promotional period interest will be assessed from the original date of purchase at 14 9% APR Wl,h a SO 50 per month minimum Taxes freight setup and delivery charges could increase monthly payment Other special rales and termssmayevai: �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 5, 1999 - Page 14 Commission on Aging menu, schedule set Lite Meals Wednesday, Oct. 6 Ham and cheese on rye, pea salad, black cherries. Thursday, Oct. 7 Homemade egg salad and crackers, tomato and pepper salad, pineapple. Friday, Oct. 8 Seafood salad, crackers, coleslaw, plums. Monday, OcL 11 Turkey and shell salad, crackers, marinated vegeta­ bles, fresh fruit. Hamburger on bakery bun, cheesy broccoli, lima beans, sweet cherries. Monday, Oct. 11 Hearty Meals Wednesday, Oct. 6 Homemade beef stew, homemade biscuit, stewed tomatoes, warm fruit com­ pote. Homemade chili, with red and black beans, crackers, cauliflower, spiced apple. Tuesday, Oct. 12 Fish sandwich, potatoes, Brussels sprouts, sweet treat. Thursday, Oct. 7 Events Homemade egg salad and crackers, pea salad, pears. B.B.Q. Ribette, stuffing, sweet and sour cabbage, baked beans, apple cobbler. Tuesday, Oct. 12 Friday, Oct. 8 Wednesday, Oct. 6 Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, trivia; Delton, blood pressure day. Eighth-grade basketball teams split A and B games Maple Valley's eighth grade hoopsters brought home a 36-28 win last week playing at Bellevue. The bench strength was a deciding factor. Amber Terberg, Donna Cripe, Heidi McCrimmon and Cortnee Wyskowski added timely baskets to secure the victory. Megan Garvey led the Lady Lions with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Stephanie Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 905-9550 to place your classified ad. Joostbems added 8 points. Maple Valley played in A and B contests last Wednesday. The B team played first, but lost to Olivet 26-18. Megan Putnam led the squad with 8 points and 9 rebounds. Wyskowski made three shots at the free throw line and contributed 6 points and 7 rebounds. The A squad (4-1) dominated its game, winning 40-16. Garvey tallied 24 points and made 8 steals. Joostberns added 13 points, 10 rebounds and 3 steals. Terberg was tough on defense with 7 steals. Thursday, Oct. 7 Hastings, line dancing, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, social day. Friday, Oct. 8 - Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, trivia. Monday, Oct. 11 Hastings, line dancing 9:30­ 11:00, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Oct. 12 - Hastings, Alz. meeting 1-3; Kinship Care, 7; Hastings Trivia; Nashville, Trivia. Maplewood students plan to make a difference Maplewood Elementary School will be participating in a nationwide day of com­ munity service, Make a Dif­ ference Day, Saturday, Oct. 23. In preparation for their service project, students will be collecting donations of blankets and winter clothing (including socks, gloves, hats, scarves, and boots) from now until Friday, Oct. 22. In conjunction with this project, they are also collecting coats for the WMMQ “Coats for Kids” project. These coats are de­ livered to a local distribution center, which services the local area. Send in any dona­ tions of cold weather cloth­ ing or blankets by the 22nd. Those, who know ofsome­ one who needs a donation, or would like to place a do­ nation box at their place of business may call Maple­ wood School at 726-0600. Lions’ harriers second at Bellevue League action recently began for Maple Valley's cross country teams with a jamboree at Bellevue. Both Lions' teams ran for second places behind the Blackhawks from Leslie. The weather was wonderful and so was the running. Maple Valley's boys finished ahead of Bellevue, Morrice and Lansing Christian. The Lions were led by Ken Rhoades (sixth in 18:44), Ryan Emerick (eighth in 19:05), Justin Sealy (13th in 20:05), Marc Bush (21st in 21:10) and Michael Hamilton (23rd in 21: 50). The Lady Lions' harriers had another strong showing, but were no match for a talented Leslie team. Senior co-captains Cassady Murphy and Hayley Todd were sixth and eighth in 22:45 and 22: 57 respectively. They were followed by teammates Terilynn VanOfder (12th in 24:11), Carissa Keasler (13th in 24:36), Michelle Silsbee (16th in 25:12), Kari Emerick (21st in 27:13) and Camille Wieland (25th in 28:20). Barry County Extension Office CALENDER OF EVENTS Michigan State University Extension programs and mate­ rials are open to all without regard to race, color, national ori­ gin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. Oct. 6 Oct. 7 Oct. 11 Oct. 11 Oct. 16 Oct. 20 Oct. 23 Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Bldg. 4-H Horse Trail Committee Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Expo. 4-H Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo. Make a Difference Day Ride-a-Thon, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Yankee Springs, Horsemans Campground. 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Conference Room, Courts and Law Bldg. Make a Difference Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., KCC in Hastings. 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Those who attend will re­ ceive five hard cards and three paper cards with the option ofpurchasing more. A limited number oftick­ ets are available at the Ver­ montville Village office. Call 726-1429 for more in­ formation. VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE 131 S. Main Street,Vermontville 5*17-726-1121 Hours: Mon. - Sat. 8 am-8 pm; Sun. 10 am-5 pm Stanton'SI S STREET VERMONTVILLE. MICHIGAN 49096 REAL ESTATE AUCTION of Excellent Brick Ranch Home, Woods, Perked Building Site, Parcel with Lake Frontage LOCATED at 4550 Sager Road, Hastings, Ml (approx. 1 1/2 miles south of Hastings on M-37 to M-79, east three miles to Charlton Park Road, south 1 mile to Sager Road and East 3/4 mile to site) bn: MONDAY, OCT. 18,1999 at 6:00 p.m. Newest citizens announced BOY, Miles Carson Butler, born at Sparrow Medical Center to Joel and Novia Butler of Haslett on Aug. 28, 1999. Weighing 9 lbs. 6.3 ozs. and 20 172 inches long. He is welcomed home by big sister, Shianne, as well as proud grandparents Alvin and Susie Butler of Nashville, Grant and Debbie Carver of Bentley and Richard and Lorna Gonzalez Lovely ranch home on approx. 8 acres which is mostly wooded, a two-acre wooded, perked building site, and an approx. 2 acre parcel with frontage on Long Lake. This is an exceptional‘property which will be offered in individual parcels, in any combina­ tions desired and as a whole. OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, Oct. 10 — 1a.m. to 2:30. p.m. and Wednesday, Oct. 13 - 4-5:30 p.m. Call for a flyer with additional information on the property!; Estate Of FRED POSOCH & DELORES & L LAWRENCE MALKOWSKI, Owners ALSO LICENSED IN INDIANA & OHIO (517) 726-0181 k. __________ e-mail stantons@voyager.net ■ Fax: ■jr.r.vjtinton.'custJciti.ier (517) 726-0060 . �HELLO IT'S ME Outgoing single white female, 33, 5’6”, with blonde nair and an hazel eyes, who enjoys dancing, horseback riding, the outdoors and more, is seeking an honest single white male, over 30, for a long-term relationship Ad# 5826 FUTURE GOALS? Fnendly single white female, 22. 57”, with red hair and green eyes, a student who enjoys working out, skateboarding and going to clubs, seeks a fun-loving, outgoing single white male, 23-32. 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Outgoing,, personable single white mom, 38, 5’5", with reddish-blonde hair and green eyes, who enjoys going to the beach, bowling, danci ing, movies and meeting new people, in search of an honest single white male, 30-45, with similar interests. Ad#.99O3 COUNTRY LIVING Attractive, kind-hearted, easygoing single white female, 69, 5’2", with brown nair and hazel eyes, non-smoker, enjoys music, cook­ ing, crocheting and more. She's seeking a car­ ing, honest, kind single white male 68-73 68-73, with similar interests. Ad#.824O EVEN-TEMPERED Attractive single black female, 22, 5’9", who enjoys music, cooking, swimming, basketball and beach walk, seeks an honest, compatible single male, 25-30. MH.79&7 ROMANCE AWAITS Bubbly single white female, 20, 5’4", full-fig­ ured, with dark hair/eyes, is seeking a loving single white male, 25-26. Her interests include sports, walking and romantic dinners. Ad#.185O . THE SEARCH IS OVER Beautiful single white female, 29, 5’8”, a green-eyed blonde, who enjoys dancing, bowl­ ing and more, is seeking an honest, handsome single white male, 25-45. Ad#. 1080 UNIQUE Professional, secure single black female, 25, 5’6", who enjoys living life to the fullest, is look­ ing for a single male, over 22. Ad#.2O59 A TRUE ROMANTIC Honest single gle whi white female, 28, 5’4", 120lbs., with dirty blonde hair and blue eyes, who enjoys billiards, bill movies, quiet walks, dining out and sports, is looking for a sincere single white male, 30-38, who knows what they want out of life. Ad#.2291 FEEL YOU'RE THE ONE? Quiet, but easygoing single white female, 44, 5’4", with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys bowling, sports and the outdoors, is seeking an established, personable single white male, over 40. Ad#.9i93 POSSIBILITIES Down-to-earth single white female, 42, 5’4", 130lbs., with brown hair and green eyes, who enjoys NASCAR, quiet evenings, walks, campfires and more, is seeking a single white male, 40-45, for friendship, maybe more. Ad#.2756 SPECIAL 'REQUEST Sweet single black female, 41,6’, 193lbs., with black hair and brown eyes, would like to meet a nice single black male, 40-45. Ad#.118O NEVER TOO LATE Pleasant widowed white female, 58, 5’4”, 140lbs., with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys dining out, playing cards, movies, walk­ ing, gardening and country living, seeks a nice single white male, 55-65, with similar interests. Ad#.925O PURE MOTIVES Check out this single white female, 28, 5’6”, with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys NASCAR, horseback riding, camping and movies, is looking for friendship with a single white male, 30-35. Ad#.5229 FOR GOOD TIMES Sweet, shy and laid-back, best describes this petite, slender single white female, 25, who enjoys travel, reading and nd sports. She’s seek seek-­ ing a nice, honest single white male. Ad#.851O TREAT ME RIGHT Goal-oriented single white female, 23, 5’, fullfigured, with brown hair and hazel eyes, who enjoys auto racing, cooking and dining out, Is seeking a sincere single male, 23-35, for a serious long-term relationship. Ad#.3001 EASY TO TALK TO Shy single white female, 36, 5’4", with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys outdoor activities and keeping active, seeks a compatible single white male, 36-46. Ad#.5834 SIMILAR INTERESTS Petite, slender single white female, 55, who enjoys bowling, horseback riding, Gospel music, flea markets and sporting events, would like to meet an active single whi white male. Ad#.46O2 MOVE FAST Fun-loving, outgoing single white female, 49, with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys traveling, movies and the theater, is seeking a single white male, 45-55. Ad#.6543 STILL LOOKING Easygoing single black female, 32, 5’5", who resides in the Battle Creek area,, enjoys exer­ cising, biking, writing and reading. g. She’s looklook­ ing for a single black male, 30-45, for friend­ ship first, maybe more. Ad#. 1314 BRIGHT IDEAS Reading, movies, riding Harleys and candlelit dinners, these are just a few of the activities you can share with this independent single white female, 48, petite, with hazel eyes. She seeks a sincere single white male, 45-59. Ad#.5452 ONE-ON-ONE Sincere, easygoing single white female, 45, petite, with blonde hair and blue eyes, seeks an honest, caring single white male, 45-62, whose interests include sports, traveling, pic­ nics, taking walks and auto races. Are you the guy for her? Ad#.9176 OPEN TO NEW IDEAS Bu bbly single Native American female, 27, 5’5", ", full-figure figured, with black hair and brown eyes, who enjoyss readi reading, time with her daughter and friennds, seeks a single black male, under 35. Ad#. 8160 WANT TO GO OUT? Funny single white female, 21, 5’4”, 140lbs, with brown hair and blue-green eyes, wants to get to know an honest single white male, 21­ 27, who enjoys nature and conversation. Ad#.8994 HAPPY-GO-LUCKY LADY Single white female, 59, 5’9”, with blonde hair and blue eyes, who enjoys camping, country music and having a good time, is seeking a single white male, 55-65. Ad#.1728 1-900-860-2104 BE THE ONE Mature, goofy, single black male, 18, 5’9", medi­ um build, a student, who enjoys watching wrestling and basketball, is seeking a single black female, who will be there for him. Ad#.8761 YOU NEVER KNOW Single black male, 30, who enjoys fishing, dancing and cooking, is hoping to meet a nice, honest single female, 20-32, for a possible relationship. Ad#.7134 THE MARRYING KIND Outtgoing and humorous, this single white professional sional dad, 28, 6’2", 175lbs., who enjoys horseback riding, bowling, camping, and much more, is seeking a marriage-minded, single white female, 18-35, for a long-term relation­ ship. Ad#.6636 Employ res of DRMIS. .SuperChihs, and participaling nvwsptipres an- not eligible. Winners will Im- notified in their soice mailbox or by mail. Von may also enter by sending a postcard to: Direct Response Marketing (V.S.I. Inc. 2451 Wehrle Driie.Williamsxille. New York 14221. postmarked no later than .September 21.1'I'M. Include the name or the paper where you saw our column on your postcard. SOLID VALUES Hardworking single white female, 46, 5’, with long hair and brown eyes, who enjoys motor­ cycles, camping, travel, hockey and reading, is looking for a trustworthy single white male, 38­ 50, wife similar interests. Aot.7604 LOOK NO FURTHER Petite, full-figured single white female, 43, with blonde hair and brown eyes, seeks an honest, energetic single white male, 38-48, to share friendship. Ad#.6567 SO SENSITIVE This humorous, friendly, hardworking single white mother, 33, 5’10", with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys children, movies, sports and more, is looking for a responsible, com­ mitment-minded single white male, 25-40. Ad#.9249 THE STAMP OF APPROVAL Movies, dining out and dancing are interests of this outgoing, fun-loving single black profes­ sional female, 60, 57”, 160lbs. She seeks a single black male, 50-60, non-smoker. Ad#.1186 LIFE'S TOO SHORT Outgoing single white female, 51, 5’6", 230ibs., with red hair and green eyes, who enjoys bowling, movies and playing cards, is seeking a kind-hearted, loving single white male, 33-55. Ad#.576O FROM THE HEART TO YOU Country music, camping, reading, dancing and trying new things are all interests of this romantic single white female, 50, 5’1", with blonde hair. If you're a compatible single male and interested Inn a great woman, leave her a message today. AdZ6356 TALK OVER COFFEE Caring, easygoing single white female, 46, 5'4”, a green-eyed strawberry-blonde, enjoys sewing, crafts, gardening, nature walks and fishing. She's looking for an easygoing, ener­ getic single white male, 43-51. Ad#.645O LOVE IS COLOR BLIND Cheerful single white mother of one, 18, 5’7", 155lbs., with brown hair and green eyes, who enjoys music, baseball and basketball, seeks an honest, faithful single black male, 18-25. 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Ad#.9984 CUTIE PIE Single white female, 46, with red hair and blue eyes, full-figured, who enjoys home life, music and movies, seeks a kina, intelligent, romantic single black gentleman, over 5'9", non-smoker/arinker, who is easygoing, for a long-term relationship. Ad#.8689 YOU COULD BE THE ONE Are you the gentleman this fun-loving divorced white mom, 28, 5’4", with long auburn hair, is hoping to meet? Please call, if you're a kind, romantic, sensitive single white male, 25-39, who enjoys cooking, bowling, walks on the beach and more. Aw..6320 HAPPY IN LOVE Easygoing single white male, 40, 6', 180lbs., with blond hair and blue-green eyes, who enjoys reading, board games and playing the guitar, is interested in meeting an open-minded single white female, 25-45, to spend quali­ ty time with. Ad#.59O1 THE WIND IN YOUR HAIR This personable divorced white male, 39, who enjoys motorcycling, movies, music and quiet nights at home, is seeking an outgoing, fun single white female, 42 or under. Ad# 7413 INTERESTED? Single white male, 39, 5'5", with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys traveling, biking and camping. He's seeking a family family-oriented single white female, 35-43. Ad#.3830 HEY, LOOK OVER HERE! Funny, honest single white male, 22, 6', medi­ um -build with sandy lig ht brown hair and blue eyes, is trying to find a caring single white female, 21-25, who likes dancing, music, and beach walks, to share life. He enjoys movies and watching sports. Ad#.654O WANTS TO MEET YOU A kind and honest fellow that likes country music, cuddling and more, this single white male, 40, 5'9", 170lbs., with brown hair and blue eyes, seeks a compatible single white female, 34-47. Ad#.8643 KEEP IT SIMPLE Easygoing single white male, 39,6’4”, 265lbs., with brown hair/eyes, tattoos, who enjoys auto racing, outdoor activities, bowling and movies, is seeking a tall, slender single ffemale, 45 or under. Aw.9720 A WONDERFUL MAN Widowed white dad, 38, 6''1", with brown hair and green eyes, enjoys dining out, going for walks and shopping. She’s looking for a single female, 25-49, who likes to get out and do things. Ad#.1659 WORTHY OF YOUR LOVE Caring and understanding, this divorced white dad of two, 39, 5'10", with black hair, brown eyes, and a mustache, is also a great listener. He’s into bowling, country music, dancing, movies and seeks a romantic single female. Ad#.6981 A LIFE OF YOUR OWN Laid-back, honest single white male, 40,5’10", 165lbs., with blondish-brown hair and brown eyes, is interested in guitar and blues music, deer huntting and movies. He seeks a down-toearth, satitisfied single white female, 25-55, for dating. Ad#.78O7 FRIENDS TO START This ffriendly, employed single white male, 31, 5’8", 145lbs., with long brown hair/eyes, who enjoys travel, sports, socializing with family and friends, is seeki seeking ing a nice, outgoing and attractive single white female, 21 21-35. Ad#.5337 DEFINITELY NOT SHY Single white male, 25,5'9", with blond hair and grey eyes, seeks an understanding single white female, 18-30, for a possible relationship. He likes NASCAR, motorcycles and hopes you do too. Adf.1161 NOT TOO LATE Treat yourself to an evening out with him, this fun-loving single white male, 38,5'8", 190lbs., with brown hair/eyes, who likes hunting, fish­ ing and working on cars. He's hoping to meet a friendly single female. Ad#.9O46 DANCE TIL DAWN Fun-loving, single white male, 20, who enjoys traveling, rodeos, and dancing, is seeking a single white female, over 18, who enjoys similar interests. If that’s you, he hopes to meet l you soon. 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Ad#. 7349 FAMILY ORIENTED Caring, honest single white dad, 48, 5’8", 175lbs., with greying brown hair, who enjoys his work, lakeside living, projects, Bible study, movies and outdoor activities, is seeking a single white female, 36-48, with strong religious beliefs. Ad# .4643 NOT TOO LATE Here’s an eas asy-going, funny single white dad, 36, 6’3", 21 0los., with blond hair and green eyes, who loves to exercise. He’s in search of a fit single white female, 21-45, who likes kids. Ad#.8050 THE BEST OF THE BEST Single white male, 51, 5’10", 170lbs., with brown hair and blue eyes, is seeking a single white female, 39-50,57-5'6” under I25lbs., to enjoy biking, canoeing and more. Ad# 9005 UNTIL NOW Personable single white male, 24, 6’1", 210lbs„ with brown hair and green eyes, who enjoys skiing, hunting, fishing, and having a good time, is seeking a sincere, fun-loving sin­ gle le white female, 19-29, with similar interests. 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Brieann Treloar scored 20 points, Alesia VanEngen 15 points, Ashley Gordeneer 7 points, Nikki James 7 points, Jessie Grant 6 points and Holly Forest 4 points. Gordeneer also had 6 rebounds, James made 4 steals, Grant dished out 6 assists and made 4 steals and Forest collected 6 caroms and made 4 steals. Maple Valley led 21-20 at half and the game was tied at 34-34 after three quarters. In the final eight minutes, the Lady Lions scored 25 points with Gordeneer and VanEngen leading the way with 5 points apiece. The game last Tuesday versus Olivet did not turn out as well, as the Lady Lions lost a 35-42 decision. VanEngen scored 12 points, Grant 8 points, Forest 6 points and Treloar 5 points. Sarah Cook (44) drives past an Olivet defender and toward the hoop in SMAA play last Tuesday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) VanEngen also had 7 rebounds and 4 steals, Grant 3 assists and 6 steals and Treloar pulled down 6 rebounds. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) few5 ew !** Vol. 127-No. 41/October 12,1999 Vermontn..* village Council grapples with park problems by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Eaton County Undersher­ iff Richard Whitacre at­ tended last week's Ver­ montville Village Council meeting to give an update on the troubles with the lo­ cal park. Residents have previously complained about noise and illegal activity. "The sheriff asked me to come up and talk about the problems with the park," Whitacre said. "Since the last meeting we have as­ signed a group of deputies up here and they have spent 64 man hours in the vil­ lage... we have had 17 ar­ rests in the village, and re­ sponded to 61 calls in the village... we have issued 18 tickets." Council President Sue Villanueva asked what it would take to get an officer in the village every day. Whitacre said one officer, 12 hours a day for a total of 80 hours in a two-week pe­ riod, would be $57,000, not including the car. "We were thinking of bringing in someone two to three days a week on differ­ ent days," said Villanueva. She also suggested using an officer on overtime for a couple hours after his or her shift was over. "We certainly can explore that option," Whitacre said. "Hopefully we are respond­ ing well to the problem... I welcome any feedback." In other business last week, the council:____ • Held a public hearing prior to the meeting, then adopted the total assessment for improvements on the Linden Street lots at $9,062.88 during the meet­ ing. The figure can be re­ paid by residents there for up to 10 years at an interest rate of6 percent. The village, which owns three of the lots, also dis­ cussed selling the lots. Village clerk Sharon Stewart said she had an in­ quiry from a Realtor, who asked if he brought an ac­ ceptable offer to the table for one of the lots, whether could he take a 10 percent commission. "Do you guys want to do that or sell them ourselves?" asked Villanueva. She clari­ fied that the council would not be listing with the Real­ tor. "I don't see a problem with that, more power to him if he can sell them, said one council member. "I would like to see us move them," said Villianueva. "We will give him a 30-day (period) on that of­ fer." Council then discussed the sale of the rest of the lots and determined to list the properties. A committee meeting was set for 1 p.m. Tuesday to set a price. • Heard from Trustee Rod Harmon that well test drillers for the wellhead pro­ tection program had dam­ aged some ofhis shrubbery, and had dumped "drop­ pings" onto his property when they did a test near his property line. Harmon said it made him angry because some of the ruined trees had great sentimental value. Villanueva advised him to contact nurseries to see how much it would .cost to replace the damage, and then the village will contact the company's insurance. • Increased the village's charges for overdrafted checks to $25. The village had previously been charg­ ing $4. • Discussed putting in sidewalks on East and West First streets. At hand was a bid by Brookfield Construc­ tion to do the job for $16,000. The Department of Public Works estimated it would cost nearly that if they did it themselves. Council member Don Martin pointed out that if the DPW did the job, the village would not have to pay a lump sum of $16,000 up front, and that a portion of the money would be not totally be lost to the village because it would be trans­ ferred from one fund to an­ other. "Well, something has got to be done about the side­ walk mess in front of my house," said Villanueva. "They were supposed to put it in last year and you can't even run a snowblower over it. I don't know how I can enforce an ordinance on Vermontville council mulls appointment of clerk by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Longtime Clerk Sharon Stewart's recent decision not to seek re-election has prompted the Vermontville Village Council to look into having the position be appointed. Council members have started to talk about chang­ ing the village charter to appoint rather than elect the clerk, which many area communities of similar size now are doing. Villages such as Nashville and Mid­ dleville are examples. Stewart has been village clerk for 15 years, working full time in the village of­ fice. She attends council meetings and makes a salary of $14,882.40 a year with no benefits except dental. Stewart said her reason for leaving is to pursue other interests, but at last week's meeting, one council member asked if she would stay ifthe position were ap­ pointed. "I might reconsider if it was appointed with salary and benefits, just like the other village employees," Stewart replied. Stewart told the council that she will leave before her term is up in March if she gets a goodjob offer. Nashville recently changed its village charter, and its clerk, Cathy Lentz, who also is employed as the office manager, makes $22,692 a year with full benefits. Stewart also carries out the duties of an office man- ager in Vermontville. Council member Rod Harmon said at the meeting, "To show how nice you (Stewart) were, there is nothing in the charter that says you even have to be in the office... would you take it if it was appointed?" "It depends on the pay and benefits," Stewart said. Harmon asked the council members if they thought they should consider mak­ ing the position appointed, rather than elected. "I'd like to see the com­ mittee hash this over and get moving as soon as pos­ sible," said Village Presi­ dent Sue Villanueva. A committee meeting on the matter was set for 2 p.m. Tuesday. Eaton County Under Sheriff Richard Whitacre talks to the council at last week's meeting. keeping the sidewalk clear of snow when I can't do it myself (with the condition it's in)." Will we get to any side­ walks this year?" she asked. Monte O'Dell of the DPW said, "Well, we have leaf pickup starting next week... I doubt it." Lions are SMAA football champs, again It's about time that Maple Valley gets some recognition in the State rankings. The Lions improved to 7­ 0 overall and ended its Southern Michigan Athletic Association season at 6-0 with a 31-0 shutout over Dansville last Friday on the road. The victory wrapped up Maple Valley's seventh league title in the 1990s. Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's team, however, is still not ranked in the State football poll. "It was a very exciting game as both teams played hard," Mittelstaedt said. Maple Valley struck first with a one-yard run from Ken Lackscheide with 4:26 to go in the first quarter. Lackscheide threw to VanAlstine for a two-point conversion, making it 8-0. With 47 seconds remaining in the first quarter, Jacob Cole darted 26 yards for the Lions' second touchdown. Cole made it 16-0 with a two-point run. Cole ran the ball 13 times for 85 yards to lead the Lions. Maple Valley ran for 257 yards and had 341 yards oftotal offense. Jason Abfalter and Watson scored the next eight points at the 5:42 in the second quarter. Abfalter ran for a four-yard touchdown and Watson scored on a two-point conversion. Watson later left the game with a broken collar bone. With 6:23 left in the third quarter, the Lions closed out the scoring. Lackscheide threw an 11-yard pass to Justin VanAlstine and Abfalter made it 31-0 with another two-point run. The Lions' defense made things super difficult for the Aggies. Nathan Swift picked off a Dansville pass, while Cole and Jeff Rhoades recovered Aggie fumbles. Rhoades led Maple Valley with 17 tackles. "Rhoades played a great game," Mittelstaedt said. Dansville only had 41 yards rushing and 117 yards oftotal offense. Lackscheide completed 4of-8 passes for 84 yards. Swift hauled in two passes for 63 yards and VanAlstine made two catches for 21 yards. Maple Valley's faces Class B Williamston this Friday at home, hoping to keep its unbeaten streak intact. Williamston beat Perry 21-14 last Friday to go to 4-3. In This Issue • Emergency Services night attracts 275 people • Vikings, Lions record top times • Area 4-Hers shine at state horse show �The Maple Valley News. Nashville Tuesday October 12, 1999 - Page 2 Local grad studying in Scotland Alma College senior Kathryn McDougal, a 1996 graduate of Maple Valley High School, is currently studying at the University of Aberdeen in Aberdeen, Scotland, as part of Alma’s Program of Studies in Scotland Alma’s international study programs create new oppor­ tunities for personal growth and skill development. ft Located in northeastern Scotland, Aberdeen offers students both educational and cultural experiences. Since 1945, the University of Aberdeen has welcomed who come to learn. Alma students who study at Aberdeen for a term may choose from a variety of courses, including account­ ing, computer science, anatomy, English, music, philosophy and women’s studies. In addition to their classes, students travel throughout Scotland and England, visit­ ing places like Dunottar Castle, Edinborough, the Scottish Highlands and Stonehaven. Living in the university residence halls allows Alma students to know both Scottish students and other foreign students at a more personal level. McDougal, the daughter of Douglas and Dorothy McDougal of Vermontville, is a biochemistry major at Alma College. CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner For Sale Auto 3661-Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children JL AVEDA. Y TTIHBE TTIHBEAAARRTT ARRTTAAANNDD ANNDDS SSCCIEIENNCCEE SCCIEIENNCCEEC COOPPF FP PPUURREE PUURREE POWER AND PLANT ESSENCES Q wi ndows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition The playground equipment is up at Fuller! Fuller kids get playground equipment inside&out.$l 1.0000B0.948- 0502 If you're 50 or older, you're in the money! hen you insure your mobile home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money! Statistics show that your age group experiences fewer, less-costly losses, allowing us to pass the savings on to you. Contact our agency today for a customized pro- posal on your mobile home- owners insurance protection. The students at Fuller all agree that the new playground equipment is a lot of fun. Here, they swing on a tire on the new equipment. uluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 Reach over 4,000 area homes with an ad in the Maple Valley News LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School........................... 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service................................. 6 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .............. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.......................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service .............. 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship ... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................... 7 p.m. PASTOR Gl£NN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E Baseline Rd. Corner ol Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east o! M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ... ...... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St, Nashville Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 am Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ....... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ............................... 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship .................... 1030 a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class..................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN HORTH KALAMO UHITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service... ...9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service................................. 7 Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School......................... 9:45 Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA.............. 7-830 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Holy Communion .............. 9 a.m, OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................. 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part ot the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 12,1999 - Page 3 Children give endings to ‘Humpty Dumpty’ by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Both Tammi King's and Linda Gaber's kindergarten classes combined shape re­ view and poetry last week. King's class made Humpty Dumpty's out of construction paper, and fin­ ished the ending to the nursery rhyme. "The kid's had to give an ending to what the king's horses and meh would do after he fell," explained Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Oct. 13 Chicken nuggets, roll and honey, mashed potatoes, cherry push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Oct. 14 Maplewood Dominos. Cheese pizza, whole kernel com, peaches, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Oct. 15 Corn dog, potato wedge, applesauce, cracker packs, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Oct. 18 Chicken sandwich, carrot sticks, fruit cocktail, potato sticks, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Oct. 19 Rib sandwich, tossed sal- HtEE FALL MATINEE SERIES: • QUEST FOR CAMELOT (G) SAT/SUN10-00 AM, 11:00 AM King. One student proclaimed that the king's horses and men "glued a metal thing on him and Santa will fix him again." Gaber's class came up with the gingerbread man as their shape and explored the school, looking for him af­ ter he "mysteriously" disap­ peared. They used writing skills to tell where they had thought he went. ad, apple, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 13 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed potatoes, cherry push-up, juice, milk. Thursday, Oct. 14 Choose One -izzLaasattaco gancao, cheeseburger, pizza, bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel com, peaches, juice, milk. Friday, Oct. 15 Choose One - Com dog, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, potato wedges, applesauce, juice, milk. Monday, Oct. 18 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, carrot sticks, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. Tuesday, Oct. 19 Choose One - Rib sand­ wich, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, baked beans, apple, juice, milk. Community Notice O RANDOM HEARTS (R) DIGITAL TUES * 11:30,2:00,4:30,7^0,9:30 WED - 4:30,7:00,9:30 DOUBLE JEOPARDY (R) DIGITAL TUES-1:003:155:157:309:40 TUES-1:00,3:15,5:15,7:30,9:40 WED-5:15,7:30,9:40 THE SIXTH SENSE (PG-13) TUES-12:00,2:15,4:45,7:15,9:50 WED-4:45,7:00,9:20 O THREE KINGS (R) CALEDONIA FFA TOY SHOW: Saturday, Oct. 16th, 1999.9am-2pm Caledonia High . p, g School. Admission - $2.00. Trac­ tors, farm equipment, semis, and NASCAR. Parts dealer onsite. Refreshments available. HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt [coupon-•withThisAdlliReceivea...] •’with This Adlli Receive a..."] consolidation, income property, FREE 46 oz. POPCORN J . (Mewed by wkne not wsgtt) । home improvement, quick closj 1 par coupon/brruted supptes Cotton expres 10-30^9 ■ (MV)j ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Hit our web site at www.gqti.com Mortgage Capital Corp 1-SOO■■■■■■ ■ IFTTH 611-3766. TUES -12:30,2:45,5:00,7:20,9:45 WED -5:00,720,9:45 Linda Gaber's class stands by their gingerbread men, which are displayed in the halls at Fuller. These students in Tammi King's class stand in front of their Humpty Dumpty projects. Leaf raking program available to seniors The Second Chance pro­ gram is seeking Nashville and Vermontville senior cit­ izens and others who need help with leafraking. The program intends to use non-violent offenders to rake and bag leaves for a Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604,________________ Harvest Festival Turkey Dinner community service project. communtyservceproject. The project will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Thirteen students su­ pervised by two adults are available for the services. The Second Chance pro­ gram is a non-violent youth offender program that com­ bines school and supervised activities as an alternative to incarceration. For more information on the leaf pickup, call 852­ 0341, or 852-0349. First Congregational Church of Vermontville 110 S. Main Family Style with homemade pies and rolls. Saturday, October 16th Serving starts at 5 p.m. $7.00 Adults, $3.50 children 4-10 & under 4 are free FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you men­ tion this ad. 1-800-672-9604. get ‘fresh-off- REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604.' ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. Real Estate BCI* KALKASKA COUNTY: 6+ beautiful wooded acres on pri­ vate gravel road, short drive to State Land and snowmobile tracks, ideal home site or camp­ ing spot, includes driveway, cleared site, electric available. $25,900, $500 down, $320/mo., 11% land contract, Northern Land Company, 1-800-968­ 3118, www.northemlandco.com FORECLOSED HOMES! LOWOR$ODOWN! Gov’t& Bank Repos being sold Now! Financing available! Local list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. CLEAN OUT YOUR BASE­ MENT and your attic. Turn extra and unwanted clothing and household items into cash! Ad­ vertise garage sales, porch sales, yard sales and miscellaneous items with classifieds in both the Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 616-945-9554 CCA* RC* 300 675 38 115 80 85 160 160 190 Part Number Volte Reg. Price With 12% Savings With Bonus Bucks Equip pment Application Applic $ 43.39 $ 65.23 $ 64.55 $ 38.18 $ 57.40 $ 56.80 $ 54.90 $ 82.83 $ 81.94 $102.16 $33.18 $ 52.40 $51.80 $ 49.90 $72.83 $71.94 $ 92.16 Lawn & Grounds Care Automotive $ 36.04 $ 31.04 $ 70.67 $112.77 $ 55.33 $ 65.34 $ 82.50 $ 82.50 $ 56.56 Lawn & Grounds Care Agricultural & Construction Agricultural & Construction StrongBox Battery U1 24 Univ. 26/70 Univ. 34/78 30H 31 31 525 550 625 625 950 TY6191 TY24578 TY23000 TY23001 TY21741 TY6128 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 $ 62.39 $ 94.12 $ 93.11 $116.09 Automotive Automotive Agricultural & Construction Agricultural & Construction Agricultural & Construction Hlbemator Battery (Seasonal-use) Ui 3ET 4DLT 24 27 31 (tnreaded stud) 31 (tapered post) 22F 260 620 woo 560 650 750 750 520 32 120 220 100 120 150 150 85 TY21752 TY24341 TY24381 TY21764 TY21765 TY21767 TY21766 TY21742 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 $ 40.95 $ 91.67 $139.51 $ 74.24 $ 85.61 $105.11 $105.11 $ 69.95 $ 80.67 $122.77 $ 65.33 $ 75.34 $ 92.50 $ 92.50 $ 61.56 Agricultural & Construction Agricultural & Construction Agricultural & Construction Agricultural & Construction Lawn & Grounds Care •BCI (Battery Code Index); CCA (Cold Cranking Amps): RC (Reserve Capacity). Stop in and save big during our “Instant Bonus Bucks ” battery sale. Get 12%> savings, plus up to an additional $10 offselected StrongBox and StrongBox ~ Hibernator Batteries.* Trade-in reqired. Sale ends October 30, 1999 •Prices subject to change. Offer good only at participating John Deere dealerships. 6*81 Fillmore JOHN DEERE www.deere.com Equipment, Inc. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat7 to 2 945-9526 �The Matte Valiev News Nashville Tuesday, October 12, 1999 - Paqe 4 Emergency services night attracts 275 people Joey Currier, (from left) Caleb Suntken, Jennie Currier and Jacob Suntken show their stickers and other safety freebies they were given at the open house. Corporal Terry Johnson shows these youngsters how to turn on the flashers on the new police car. Less than five minutes on the 400 Series Lawn and Garden Tractor The versatile 400 Series features liquid-cooled 20- to 22-hp engines and 54- or 60-inch mowers. 40 Loader It’s easy to get attached to as fast as you change your mind. L a 400 Series Lawn and No tools needed. Garden Tractor. With over 25 54-in. Front Blade Which means the only problem you’ll different implements to choose from, the have with a 400 Series Lawn and 400 is designed to work on more than just Garden Tractor is deciding your lawn or garden. With the Quik-Tatch 51-in. Broom implement mounting system that lets you get hooked-up in what to get attached to next Get hooked-up with the best lawn equipment. See your John Deere dealer, today. j minutes, you can change attachments Parents and children tour the ambulance at the open house. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The special emergency services night in Nashville was deemed a great success last week Tuesday. Wayne Gould of the fire department said an esti­ mated 275 people went through the tour at the fire oam. The night was a com­ bined effort of the fire de­ partment, ambulance, de­ partment of public works, and police department. Information on all the departments was given out and tours of the trucks, and new equipment were given by members of each de­ partment. Children enjoyed safety pamphlets, stickers, and other freebies. "I think the night was a success," said Nashville Po­ lice Chief Garry Barnes. "I think it was a really good effort from all the depart­ ments with the turnout that we have had. I think with the amount of people that have showed up really demonstrates the commu- nity is supporting all the departments." Parents and children alike enjoyed refreshments and a chance to talk to those on the departments. "We had a lot of parents that came up before they left and expressed what a great idea the night was," said Gould. "They especially liked that we were available to answer questions and that we all came together for one event. We all are very happy with the way things went." Nothing Runs Like A Deere' P98W302 www.deere.com EM Fillmore JOHN DEERE Equipment, Inc. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat7 to 2 945-9526 Garage Sale MOVING SALE Kiln, lawn sweeper, lawn seeder, Lowery organ, radial arm saw, new Hot Point gas range (never used), Gibson heavy duty washer, gas-Magic Chefheavy duty dryer, 1986 WinnebagoLeSharo motor home. Call 517-852-9092. Matt and Danielle Kellogg enjoy sitting in the �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 12, 1999 — Page 5 Obituaries Vermontville Township Library news Mary Alice Crawford CHARLOTTE Mary Alice Crawford, age 89, of Charlotte and formerly of Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Monday, October 4, 1999. Mrs. Crawford was bom on September 23, 1910 in Zienia, Ohio, the daughter ofWalter and Ethel (Bails) Weaver. She was a housewife and a seamstress. Mrs. Crawford was preceded in death by her husband, William Crawford; sisters, Ruth Fuller, Pauline Ware, Velma Weaver; son, Robert Crawford. She survived by one son, Charles Crawford of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; grandchildren Jara Adams of Charlotte, Jodi (John) VanAlstine of Vermontville, Sherri (Gregg) Hall of Charlotte, and Bob Crawford of Mason; nine great­ grandchildren; two brothers, Willard Weaver of Union City, Indiana and Allen Weaver of Phoenix, Arizona; sister, Helen Mangona of Ligonier, Indiana; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, October 6, 1999 at Reichard Funeral Home in Union City, Indiana. Interment will be in Union City Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, of Charlotte. Charlene C. “Charley (Williams) Moore HASTINGS Mary Russ to celebrate 80th birthday - Mrs. Charlene C. “Charley” (Williams) Moore, age 52, of Hastings, passed away Thursday, October 7, 1999 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Moore was bom on August 13, 1947 in Hastings, the daughter of & Layfeyette Sophia (Cooke) Williams. She was raised in the Freeport, Vermontville & Nashville areas, and attended Nashville schools, graduating in 1965 from Nashville High School. She married Jim Hall i will in 1965, marriage ending in divorce. She married Michael R. Moore on August 26, 1995 and he survives. Mrs. Moore worked in adult foster care for 27 years and has for the past three years owned and operated “Bear Hollow” Adult Foster Care on M-37 south of Hastings. According to her family, she was strong, ambitious, always smiling, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister. She was involved in collectable bears. “Promptly and cheerfully The task is done, Oh! so mighty Small womanly one.” She was preceded in death by her parents, & Layfeyette Sophia Williams and six brothers. Call for Classifieds Phone 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 f Adult Non-Fiction: A Rage to Kill, by Ann Rule. Junior Non-Fiction: Tell Business Services ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS, windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. NEAL’S CONSTRUCTION Roofing, siding, gutters, 20 plus colors, cleaning, repair, free estimates. 616-948-8522 or 1­ 800-428-8777._____________ operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 Wanted CRAFTERS NEEDED for Caledonia Band 2000 craft show on November 20th. Call Barb at 616-891-9587. Mrs. Moore is survived by her husband, Michael; two sons, Jamie (Tammy) 'Halliwill of Nashville, and Jon (Tally) Halliwill of Hastings; daughter, Sophia Ann (Jon) Meek of Hastings; two step-sons, David Moore and Gary Moore both of California; one step-daughter, Stacey Moore of California; eight grandchildren; five brothers, Richaid Williams of Battle Creek, Lloyd (Carol) Williams of Riverdale, Michigan, Larry Williams (Nuala) of Woodland, Jim (Diane) Williams of Hastings, and Mike (Helen) Williams of Lakeland, Florida. Funeral Services for Mrs. Moore were held on Monday, October 11, 1999 at Wren Funeral Home. Reverend Kenneth R. Vaught officiated. Burial was at Striker Cemetery, Baltimore Township, Barry County. Memorials may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home, Hastings. The Place to Gofor Professional Styling £ Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road A Dte&d input is welcome. Latest additions to the library: Adult Fiction: Star Wars X-Wing: Starfighters of Adumar, by Aaron Allston, Longarm an the Sheep War, by Tabor Evans, Diplomatic Act, by Peter Jurasik, Cat Crimes for the Holidays, by Martin H. Greenberg, The Mercey Rule, by John Lescroat, Runaways, by Andrew J. Fenady, Cap-tivated, by Bertrice Small, The Alibi, by Sandra Brown, Ashes of Remembrance, by B Bodie Thoene, Dark Lady, by Richard North Patterson, Enders Shadow, by Orson Scott Card, Flashpoint, by Linda Barnes, Gravity, by Tess Gerritsen, Hearts in Atlantis, by Stephen King, Worst Fears Realized, by Stuart Woods. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner I Jail IsJJer JJerel!| I liana's ^lacef < The Vermontville Township Library is selling canvas book bags, with the library logo on them for $5 each. There is a limited sup­ ply. The library has purchased a fax machine. The charges for send a fax is: $5 for the first two pages, and $l for each additional page. The library fax number is 726­ 1366. Library hours are Sunday and Monday, closed; Tuesday, 1 to 8 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The next meeting of the Vermontville Township Library Board will be Tuesday, Oct. 12. It will begin at 6:30 p.m. instead of the regular 7 p.m. starting time. The board is reviewing and amending the library policies. Everyone is invited to attend these meetings and 852-9481 j Me This Isn’t Happening, by Games, by Debbie Dadey, Robynn Clairday, Diary of a Animal Ark: Lamb in the Junior Year. Laundry, by Ben M. Baglio, Junior Fiction: Insom- Animorphs: The lllusio, by niacs: Vanish, by S.R. K.A. Applegate, Baby­ Martin, Sweet Valley Sitters Little Sister Karen Is University: Loving the Hurricane, by Ann M. Enemy, by Laurie John, Martin, Babysitters Club David Brin’s Out of Time: Friends Forever. Stacey vs. The Game of Worlds, by Claudia, by Ann M. Martin, Roger MacBride Allen, Love Pony Pals: Western Pony, by Stories: Behind His Back, by Jeanne Betancourt, Goose­ Diane Schwemm, Edge, by bumps Series 2000: The Michael Cadnum, Scooby Haunted Car, by R.L. Stine, Doo and the Vampire’s Hardy Boys: All Eyes on Revenge, by James Gelsey, First Prize, by Franklin W. The Saddle Club: Lucky y Dixon, The Black Stallion Horse, by Bonnie Bryant, Returns, by Walter Farley. Goblins Don’t Play Video Vermontville Annual Senior Citizens Night Tuesday, October 26th • 7:00 p.m. • ...at the... Congregational Church in Vermontville FREE MEAL -Serving Swiss Steak FREE ENTERTAINMENT! Sponsored by Vermontville Lions Club Ph. 726-0670 For Reservations Mary Russ will be cele­ brating her 80th birthday on Oct. 14. Please join in hon­ oring her with a card shower to express how she has touched your lives. Cards may be sent to 919 North Ainger Road, Charlotte, 48813. Peace United Methodist to have missionary guest Steven Kineman from Charlotte will be at Peace United Methodist Church at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 13, to present his experiences as part ofa mission work trip to Chile in South America. This program is part of a district-wide “On Line in ‘99” mission emphasis, and the public is invited. A free­ will offering will be received to help defray expenses, with any surplus divided among four United Methodist mis­ sion projects. Peace United Methodist Church is located four miles west of Nashville, comer of M-79 and Barryville Road. Call Barry County’s MOST COMPLETE PRINTING COMPANY — We have it ALL! Fann 40 CLUB CALVES & 22 POLLED HEREFORD FE­ MALES: Fall show & sale. Sat., Oct. 16th, Barry County Expo Center, Hastings. Show-9:30am. Sale - 12:30pm. South Western Michigan PHA. Info or catalog, 721-8356._________________ AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite orCalcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 51*7-852-9691 ....... (616) 945-5078 I FAX: (616) 945-5192 VOir rvadilll Ask for one of our printing specialists �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, October 12,1999 - Page 6 Vikings, Lions record top times at Lakewood Lakewood's boys grabbed first place honors at the Oct 7 invitational held at Lakewood High School, while Kelloggsville's girls also came away as champions. In the boys event, Lakewood had a team score of 37, Central Montcalm was second with 56, Kelloggsville third with 90, Grand Rapids Baptist fourth with 104, Maple Valley fifth with 111, North Hill Academy sixth with 139 and Saranac finished seventh with a score of 173. For the Vikings, Jeremy Frost was the grand champion, covering the course in 17:45. Joel Dow was sixth in 18:38, Travis Williams ninth in 18:56, Dave Stuart 10th in 18:57, Richard Gretsky 11th in 19:01, Chad Possehn 31st in 20:04, Dave Smith 35th in 20:18, Doug .Wakley 43rd in 20:59, Nathan Boucher 46th in 21:10, Carl VanDyke 50th in 21:31, Aaron Stahl 57th and Brian Rohrbacher 64th, also for the Vikings. For the M.V. Lions, Ken Rhodes was seventh in 18:45, Ryan Emerick 15th in 19:10, Justin Sealy 23rd in 19:50, Marc Bush 27th in 19:56 and Michael Hamilton 47th in 21:11. Continued next page Members of Maple Valley's girls team take a warm­ up run before last Thursday's race. For Sale Maple Valley Schools Woman reports cougar sighting NO WAX VINYL FLOORING AT$4.99 sq. yd.!!! Special pur­ chase - cash & carry. LAMI­ NATE FLOORING AT $1.99 SQ. FT. 15 year warranty, sev­ A woman who saia she saw a large, cat-like animal dragging a dead dog into the brush reported to the Barry County Sheriffs De­ partment that the animal re­ sembled a cougar. The woman said she saw the animal in the area off Thomapple Lake Road and South Price Road in Castle­ ton Township at about 9:30 p.m. on Sept. 29. Deputies responding to the scene were unable to lo­ cate the creature. eral colors, cash and carry, 100 sq. ft. minimum purchase. Bar­ gain shopperprices on carpettoo! Call Westen’s Carpet, 210 E. Main, Middleville, 616-795­ 3000. Open Tuesday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-3pm Lion’s Den (Before and After School Program) Open: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. 3:00 p.rn. - 6:00 p.m Monday - Friday Snowdays • Summer Contact: Maple Valley Adult Education Kellogg school 324 N. Queen st. • Nashville 517-852-9794 CARPETING BEAUTIFUL PLUSH & COMMERCIAL style over4,000yards two weeks old cost $ 10.95 yd. sacrifice $2.00 a yard, Dennis Distributing, 401 N. Cochran, Charlotte, 517-541­ 1109 BEAUTIFUL FULL SIZE SOFA, “Strawberry Patch”, 1 month old, cost $850 new. Must sell $190.1-517-337-3054 12X30 CARPTEING: Thick cut pile plush, “BrandNew”. Cost $350,sacrifice$125.1-517-5418132_____________________ KING SIZE 4 poster solid wood bed with brand new luxury firm deluxe mattress set, cost $l,60C new, sacrifice, $350.1-517-337­ 3054_______________________ Ryan Emerick was 15th last week at Lakewood, covering the course in 19:10. QUEEN SIZE PILLOW TOP mattress set with frame, still in plastic! Cost $350, sacrifice, $225.1-517-541-8132_______ 10 ELECTRIC 30" stoves, ex­ cellent condition! $50 each, (guaranteed). Dennis Distribut­ ing, 1-517-541-1109________ AMERICA’S CABINETMAKER iniAitiiiAN riiiKHGi.Asx Cabinets Guardian Fiberglass Insulation .h.Come oommee.to quality. Andersen. Celotex 1992G.E.DELUXEWASHER & DRYER, full sized matched insulation set. Cost $900, sacrifice $225, (guaranteed). Dennis Distribut­ ing, 1-517-541-1109________ Plywood Lumber Oak Pine Molding use Drywall Armstrong< Ceiling Tile * Hand & Power Tools Paints Roofs Dry Mix Crete & Supply Wolverine Technologies Time for New siding? Marque-Line I* DOOR SYSTEMS Pre-Hung Steel Doors HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. "binovation is out­ most valuable asset" 4,000 YARDS OF BEAUTI­ FUL carpeting. Used 2 weeks at convention center. Cost $10.95 per yard, sale price $1.75 per yard! Dennis Distributing, 1-517­ 541-1109 DSS SATELLITE SYSTEM OWNERS, NOTICE. Free equipment upgrades, all older satellite equipment (mini dish) will upgrade receiver and blue access card for a new topknotch RCA fourth generation 32 bit processor with new remote and Y2K compliant access card free; equipment can be non-working and must have valid access card, call Stealth, 616-948-0253. DSS SATELLITE SYSTEM OWNERS, NOTICE. We pay cash forused satellite dish equip­ ment. Can’t pay the bill? Sell your equipment to Stealth, 100 minimum cash for any equip­ ment with a blue access H card, need not be working, must have valid access card. Call Stealth, 616-948-0253. _____________ HASTINGS BANNER SUB­ SCRIPTIONS Phone616-945- 9554 ___________ NEED BUSINESS CARDS, envelopes, brochures or more, call J-Ad Graphics at 616-945- NationalAds For Rent HOMEWORKERS $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ 3085 Ext.#1400 24hrs. NASHVILLEPARK APART­ MENTS: Immediate occupancy NEEDED: $400-$7.20 WEEKLY from home processing mail for a large company. $50 grocery certifi­ cate to all respondents. Send long self-addressed stamped envelope to Success Marketing, PMB 519, 8902 Military Trail, Ste CA10018.PBG FL 33410. for a 2 bedroom apartment. Very low to moderate income require­ ments for the elderly, handi­ capped or disabled. Subsidized rent if you qualify. Call 517­ 852-9113. Equal Housing Op­ portunity. Barrier free access. Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Ph. 616-945-9554 GET MORE NEWS! �daple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 12,1999 - Page 7 Scouts’ recycling set Sunfield Boy Scouts’ recycling will be held on Saturday, Oct. 16, from 9 a.m. to noon at Carl’s Market in Sunfield. The scouts are recycling Nashville Woman’s Literary Club to meet Oct. 19 The Nashville Woman’s Literary Club will meet Tuesday, Oct. 19, at 7:30 p.m. at Castleton Township Hall on Reed Street. After a short business meeting a program on antiques will be presented by Rachel Weiler ofVermontville. glass, tin, aluminum and newspapers. Help Wanted JANITORIAL: Looking for full-time person to scrub, buff, wax Hastings & Charlotte retail food stores. $7-$8/hr. Benefits available. Must have reliable transportation. Call Jim877-2702111. ATTENTION: VERMONTVILLE TOWN­ SHIP RESIDENTS we are looking for someone to replace sexton at Woodlawn Cemetery, you may apply by calling 517­ 726-0524. Mowing lawn, triming and opening and closing of graves, workis very hard at times so people who apply should be in good health. Woodlawn Cem­ etery Board 29 PEOPLE WANTED TO GET PAID $$ .to lose up to 301bs in the next 30 days. Natu­ ral, guaranteed. Call: 616-248­ 7707. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - Hayley Todd helped the Lady Lions to earn a second place performance at the Lakewood Invitational. From previous page In the girls race, Kelloggsville totaled 20 points, Maple Valley was second with 53, Central Montcalm third with 55 and Lakewood finished fourth with 90 points. Cassady Murphy finished sixth in 22:21, Hayley Todd 10th in 22:53, Terilyn VanOrder 11th in 23:09, Carissa Keasler 15th in 23:13, Michelle Silsbee 19th in 24:11, Kari Emerick 35th in 27:51 and Camille Wieland 51st for the Lady Lions. The Dog House * I * * Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan ' School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Claude Hine, Groomer 269 S. Pease Road Vermontville, MI 49096 Stanton'SI ^JCTlOtCOS G RCMTOfiS^^J ^mJCTlOrtCOS Coming in Oct. to the Yellow Pages VERMONTVILLE MICHIGA VERMONTVILLE, IGAN 49096 REAL ESTATE AUCTION of Excellent Brick Ranch Home, Woods, Perked Building Site, Parcel with Lake Frontage LOCATED at 4550 Sager Road, Hastings, Ml (approx. 1 1/2 miles south of Hastings on M-37 to M-79, east three miles to Charlton Park Road, south 1 mile to Sager Road and East 3/4 mile to site) on: MONDAY, OCT. 18,1999 at 6:00 p.m. Lovely ranch home on approx. 8 acres which is mostly wooded, a two-acre wooded, perked building site, and an approx. 2 acre parcel with frontage on Long Lake. This is an exceptional prop­ erty which will be offered in individual parcels, in any combina­ tions desired and as a whole. OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, Oct. 10 — 1a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Wednesday, Oct. 13 - 4-5:30 p.m. Call for a flyer with additional information on the property! Estate Of FRED POSOCH & DELORES & LAWRENCE MALKOWSKI, Owners AISO LICENSED IN INDIANA & OHIO (517) 726-0181 e'mail stantons@voyager.net www.stantonfrauctions.com Fax: (517) 726-0060 Ken Rhodes ran in the Lakewood course in 18:45 and finshed seventh in the boys race. For Lakewood's girls, Nikki Engle was 16th in 23: 37, Jessica Possehn 17th in 23:57, Stephanie VanDyke 18th in 24:11, Jessica LaDere 23rd in 24: 39, Amanda Bush 30th in 25:56, Samantha Taylor 33rd in 27:49, Stephanie Ehl 40th in 34:07, Rachel Moore was 48th, Michelle Neeb 49th and Kristina Nichols was 50th. At the Chelsea Invitational, the Viking boys placed second behind State-ranked Chelsea and the girls were seventh despite missing Engle. Frost was seventh in 17: 52, Phil Plowman eighth in 17:57, Dow 14th in 18:16, Gretsky 24th in 18: 36 and Stuart was 24th in 18:56. Smith (19:59), Chad Possehn (19:58), Stahl (20:54), Boucher (21:07), Heller (22:58) and Galaviz (22:07) also competed at Chelsea. Carpenter was seventh in 22: 22, Neeb 26th in 23:22, Jessica Possehn 27th in 23: 28 for Lakewood's girls. VanDyke (24:19), Bush (25:52), Moore (25:58), Ehl (29:47), Nichols (25:25) and Taylor (26:58) also ran for the Lady Vikings. Subscribe to the Hastings J MAPLE VALLEY Real 227 Estate N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Call 945-9554 today! MLS Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI hms1 WARRANTY EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI..................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)....................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).......................................................................... 852-5066 COUNTRY HOME ON 3 ACRES - SOME TREES 2 story “Cape Cod” home. (Approx. 2500 sq. ft.) with 4 bed­ rooms & 3 baths. Walkout base­ ment will be finished with extra kitchenette. Second floor not fin­ ished. Front porch & back deck. 2 car attached garage. Appliances included. Call Homer for more info. (CH-70) NASHVILLE - GREAT INCOME INVESTMENT Live in one unit 81 rent the other $75,000 IN VER­ 2 story, 4 bedroom home, 2 MONTVILLE! baths, lots of space in this well “TURN OF CENTURY kept 2 unit rental, on a nice VICTORIAN" shady corner lot near elementary Large home with apartment or school. Call Jerry for more could be used as 3 apartdetails. (N-69) ments. Porches, bay windows & cupula are Just some of the character this home enjoys. Call Nyle. (V-71) SELLER SAYS BRING NASHVILLE POSSIBLE 2 UNIT ALL OFFERS! Large 5 bedroom house, 2 baths, FULLER HEIGHTS PRICE REDUCED! formal dining room, open stair­ NASHVILLE CHARMING RANCH HOME way. sheltered front porch. This exceptional quad level Could be 2 family home. (N-67) ON 8 “SECLUDED" ACRES IN home on the end of a cul-de-sac THE COUNTY!! Is In a secluded setting, quiet 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, home is neighborhood. Home has 4 bed­ tastefully decorated throughout rooms, 2 1/2 baths, 1st floor - walkout basement with large laundry, family room with fire­ family room. The “park-like” NEAR HASTINGS IN place & a rec room. Inground setting is complete with paths COUNTRY ON 2 ACRES pool & screened sun room are 2 bedroom earthen sheltered for walking or ORVs. Nice pole some of the many "extras". This home with open living area. barn with water & elec. Call is a property that must be seen Corner lot. Call Nyle for Nyle for complete to appreciate!! Call Jerry (N-72)details. (CH-63)details. (CH-74) VACANT LAND 2 ACRES ON THE EDGE OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE - Tree lined along the front. Surveyed & perk tested. Contact Nyle. BANNER Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service (VL-73) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE for walkout basement. Blacktop road NE of Vermontville. Good access to Lansing. Some newly planted trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed, perked & has driveway per­ mit. Call Nyle. (VL-64) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas available located at the end ofprivate road deed restrictions. Call Nyle (VL-39) 3.3 ACRES - Country lot big enough for a horse, sur­ veyed on private road. (VL-42) 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site priced to buy at just $16,900. Call Nyle today, 726-1234. (VL-43) 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel is ideal for your new home, land contract terms. Call Nyle to discuss the details. (VL-30) PRICE REDUCED! 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway inter­ change. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer. 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Class t* not held on the weekends Apply for this op portunity in person before October 14. 1999 "Qiornapple 2700 Nashville Rnad. Hatting*'Ml 4905R | OF BRUSH PICK UP The Village of Nashville will have brush pick up on October 11 & 12 and on October 18 & 19. Please place all brush at curb side for these pick up dates. PLEASE DO NOT PUT LEAVES OUT UNTIL OCTOBER 22 AS WE WILL NOT PICK IP LEAVES UNTIL THEN. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 12,1999 - Page 9 v 2v» v» ■JA' . Maple Valley Band takes part in Hastings Invitational L‘«s Sins *»h7* js sK K gg ’ iS: Si ^ iS : $$ $S hj$ j$ JCMmL **** •Simr ^^^iifcd ^smpJM^k The Maple Valley color guard won an award of excellence in the invitational. INillll(i|(i|t()|||)||| mHM£*9v99SfiS&n*^ tifiiit Kimberly Knoll, drum major for the Maple Valley High School Marching Band, led the 78 members of the band in a program called "Salute to Swing" during the Hastings Marching Band Invitational Oct. 2. Knoll was named "Best Command Personnel" in the invitational. NWMmrk^ft^.' ’ . Thanks to you, all sorts of everyday ■MNMMSVa* ry** products are being made from the paper, plastic, metal and glass that ehmcMmi you’ve been recycling. i: Kfttfcrt ra­ ni prt witasai tjjMjpMui isifflkWO*® But to keep recycling working to help protect the environment, you H jjdUtffltfcjtflto need to buy those products. M BUY RECYCLES oltfcOdH® The Maple Valley drum line, a portion of which is pictured above, won an award tor Best Percussion during the invitational. an© save; So look for products made from fl recycled materials, and buy them. It U would mean the world to all of us. To receive a free brochure, write k Buy Recycled, Environmental Defense h Fund, 2S7 Park Ave. South, New York, R NY 10010, or call 1-800-CALL-EDF. BME £ Bjn«i5ss- SEFA ENVIRONMENTAL xaMKtiowtiW^ r"^XT Blood drive set for today at Castleton Twp. Hall A blood drive will be held from 1 to 6:45 p.m. today at the Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed Street near Carl’s. The drive is in memory of Edna Smith, past blood drive chairperson. The goal of the drive is 45 units. Anyone who is at least 17 years of age, weighs at least 110 pounds, is in reasonable good health and hasn’t given blood within 56 days of the days of the drive is eligible to contribute. HOME FOR SALE 615 Reed St. — Nashville I * This attractive, well-maintained home is located in the Village of Nashville. It features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, full basement, garage, central air conditioning, recently remodeled kitchen and bath, and a large yard. Priced to sell at only $61,000. K»ItH CALL THE TRUST DEPARTMENT AT HASTINGS CITY BANK 616-945-2401 OAMAV.VLV �The Maple VaBey News. NashviMe Tuesday. October 12, 1999 - Page 10 M.V. Junior High selects homecoming court Candidates for the 8th grade homecoming king and queen included, (from left) Summer Hill, Ty VanAlstine. Chayla Robles, and Kyle Musser. The junior high prince and princess court for this year's homecoming inciuoeo (back row, left) Dustin Jones, Jeff Bowman, and Dustin Mead. (Front row, left) Kristin Mead, Tiffany Thomas, and Tessa Robles. Blue football team defeats Sunfield Maple Valley's fourth and fifth grade Blue football team improved its record to 3-0 recently with a victory over Sunfield. From the opening kickoff, the young Lions special teams led the way. Andrew Ashcraft legged a 50-yard kickoff that sent Sunfield back deep to pick up the pigskin. The Lions didn't allow a return thanks to the efforts of T.J. Bentley, Kory Starks, Nick Nisse, Matt Hamilton and Jared Smith. With a solid defensive effort, the Lions held Sunfield to only one touchdown. Leading the way were Jake Myers (14 At right: King and queen for the 8th grade this homecoming season are Patrick Bueker, and Megan Carvey. Photos of the high school king and queen will be in next week's issue. Full Time Line Cool Needed for Full Service Restaurant Good starting pay, with benefits available. Apply at: tackles), Austin Bodenmuller (7 tackles) and Josh Sutfin (7 tackles). De ven Meade (6 tackles) and Ashcraft (4 tackles and an interception) also shinned on the "d." Maple Valley didn't waste any time putting points on the board. Myers scored the first touchdown on a quarterback sneak. Steven Tait showed his speed around the outside and picked up 115 yards on four carries and scored two touchdowns. Ashcraft bulled his way for 17 yards on four carries and reached pay dirt once. He also scored a two-point conversion. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wenrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM, GL 1004 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 12, 1999 - Page 12 Eaton 4-H youths take part in fall fest The Third Annual Fall Beth Mulvany and Carl Festival, sponsored by Eaton Pease; painted pumpkin, County 4-H Youth programs, Ashley Susannah Fox, was held Thursday, Sept. 23, Spencer and Jamie Bushong; at the Eaton County carved or painted vegetable, Fairgrounds. Joe Bushong and Jamie Participants ranged in age Bushong; Vegetable dressfrom 5 to almost 80, entering up, Lora Cook, Jamie 73 different items. Bushong, Madeline Holben Classes included such and Susannah Spencer; things as heaviest cabbage, home grown fall flowers, tallest sunflower, gourd bird- Anna Cook, Beth Mulvany, houses and vegetable dress- Cindy Southworth, up. Class/division winners Madeline Holben and are as follows: tallest sun- Marilyn Briggs; _photo flower, Patrick Mulvany, poster, Paula Heilman; Goud Birdhouse, Ashley Fox and Paula Heilman; smallest pumpkin, Patrick Mulvany and Beth Mulvany; heaviest winter squash, Beth Mulvany, Patrick Mulvany and Carl Pease; heaviest cab­ bage, Deb Cook; largest diameter sunflower, Patrick Mulvany, Beth Mulvany and Kathy McCoy; and fall flower centerpiece, Deb Cook. A pie social enticed peo­ ple into sitting and visiting while they waited for the Riverside Oak Furniture Hand Crafted Solid Oak Furniture Kitchen and dining room tables, chairs, bar stools, deacon benches, hutches, bedroom furniture, enter­ tainment centers, cedar and oak chests, grand­ father clocks, end tables and more! Also... Craft items. 1/2 Mile East of Ionia Rd. on Nashville Hwy. 9245 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 517-726-0103 David & Lucy Coblentz judges Judges for g ’ results..g the event were Amy BakerBrown, Sue Harper and Sandy Maatsch, all of Charlotte.. Before the winners were announced, a drawing was held for door prizes, which were generously donated by county businesses and residents. Sponsors for the event were L.L. Johnson Lumber Co., Charlotte Plaza Flora Charlotte, Ace Hardware, Trees n’ Scapes, Eaton Gardens, Horrock’s Farm M Market, Carl and Anne Pease Family, Mark and Tonya VanBuren Family, Jeanette Foster, .Helen Edington, Madeline Holben, Howard hunter, and the Lansing Local of the Michigan Milk Producers Association. Prostate screening clinic is today in Charlotte A special prostate screen­ ing clinic will be held Tuesday, Oct. 12, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hayes Green Beach Hospital Specialty Clinic, located at 123 Lansing St. in Charlotte. Urologist Dr. David Johnson will conduct the screening, aimed at detect­ ing potential prostate cancer and getting participants on the road to prompt diagnosis and treatment. Screening is the process of conducting specific tests on apparently healthy people for the purpose of detecting a disease at the earliest pos­ sible time. Two tests can help detect prostate problems; the digital rectal exam (DRE) and the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test. The DRE helps determine if Vermontville Grocery is now licensed for Beef Design, Warren Cook Family Farm, Special Occasions, Caleb’s Cider Mill, Eaton Farm Bureau Co-op, Murray’s Flower Shop, The Golden Apple, Comer Collections, Roseacre Greenhouse, Bookends, Apple Schram Orchard, Coast to Felpausch Food Coast,, Centers of Charlotte and Eaton Rapids, S tarr Wal-Mart of Gardens, the prostate is larger than it should be, or if there are lumps. The PSA measures a specific protein in the blood. A high PSA can indicate cancer or the presence of other prostate diseases. Both tests will be performed during the screening. The DRE is free, the PSA blood test is available for a $15 fee. Screening is limited to men 40 years and older at high risk (i.e., African American or family history of prostate cancer) and men 50 years and older who: 1) have not had a DRE in the last 12 months; 2) are not under the care of a urologist; and 3) have never been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Because there are usually no early symptoms of prostate cancer, it’s even more important to be tested. And while not all symptoms are signs of prostate cancer, men who have any - or a combination of the following symptoms should have them checked by a doctor; weak or interrupted urine flow; inability to urinate or difficulty starting urination^ the need to urinate frequently, especially at night; blood in the urine; pain and/or burning while urinating; continuous pain in the lower back, pelvis or upper thighs. The screenings are by appointment only. To schedule a prostate cancer screening appointment, call the HGB Specialty Clinic at 543-9500. Rib Eye eBu Steaks Pork Cutlets LOTTO and IGA 15 Oz. Fruit Cocktail Fruit Cocktail BEER & Thank you for your patience. COMPLETE PROCESSING ssssssssssssssssss: IGA 15-1/4 Oz. Mixed Vegetables s/sreoo Vermontville CroeerVi I Ph 726*0640 Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. 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Current Clerk Sharon Stew­ art has notified the council that she is pursuing other job possibilities and if she finds one that is promising, she will leave before her term is up in March. Stew­ art has been the village clerk for 15 years. If the clerk position is appointed, the job will in­ clude benefits and a salary more comparable to other village employees. At this month's Village Council meeting, Stewart said she would consider staying if the charter was changed and a more favorable salary worked out. Council member Rod Harmon said there are sev­ eral advantages if the coun­ cil wants to change the char­ ter. Among the reasons are School board members and others take a look at the new Fuller Elementary playground equipment before last week's school board meeting. Sharon Stewart, who has been the Vermontville village clerk for the past 15 years. that if another clerk were to take the job, he or she would not be required by the current charter to keep office hours. Stewart rently keeps office hours daily. Also, Harmon noted, the change would help keep a qualified person on the job, as the clerk could hypothet­ ically be voted out of office every two years, and that is not very long to get to know how to do the job well, he said. Harmon also talked about the need to keep the salary for the clerk competitive with other villages of com­ parable size, to avoid high turnover rates on the job. "We have to look at this, Harmon said. "It provides protection for the village. "Well, we should get on this before she (Stewart) leaves," one council mem­ ber urged. "If that means we can keep you," said council member Ester Martin. "Well, you are making it tougher (to make a deci­ sion)", laughed Stewart. Nashville to keep second police car by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer After a lengthy debate, the Nashville Village Coun­ cil voted last Thursday to keep the "old" police car as a second vehicle for the po­ lice department. It was decided to keep and repair the car for $3,000 and check back on if mileage was saved on the newer car in February, be­ fore next year's budget is decided. All council mem­ bers voted yes except Car­ roll Wolff. Council member Frank Dunham told the council that the police committee recommended repairing the cruiser and keeping it to "see ifwe can save wear and tear on the new car." "Personally I think a sec­ ond car is a good idea," said council member Bonnie White. "If something hap­ pens to one, we don't have to depend on another de­ partment for another car... I Council member Frank Dunham told the council that the police committee recom­ mended repairing the cruiser to “see if we can save wear and tear on the new car." understand the village has tried this before and it did­ n't work out, but I don't think we have tried it with a chief of police before. I would like to see in one year if we are saving or if it is costing us — to see if it would be a good thing to continue. I would make a motion to set aside $3,000 to cover repairs for the next year." "You are saying «dd $3,000 for the police bud­ get," said Wolff. "Are we going to takelhe.money.out of the funds to buy the new car?" I think it was my idea... it was my thinking that if we could delay buying a new car for two more years," said council member Steve Wheeler. "There is no sense cutting ourselves short on a new car if it doesn't work out," said White. "I know there have been concerns that there will be two cars on the road at the same time, and I don't think that's the intention," said Village President Dennis Mapes. "As a normal operation, only one car will be pa­ trolling," said Dunham. "We need to be aware if this is saving us mileage on the new car," said Mapes. "It's strange because I have wasted my time talk­ ing with two veteran village presidents and both said See police car, page 6 Surveillance camera OK’d for high school parking lot by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Maple Valley School Board has voted to install a surveillance camera in the parking lot at the high school. Board member Frank Dunham was the only one who voted no. Superintendent Clark Volz explained to the board, "With the addition of the gym it's (the parking lot) just not in clear sight. We have had several incidents that have happened in the parking lot... (Principal) Todd (Gonser) and (Assistant Principal) Rick (Arnett) have suggested we purchase a camera system." Volz went on to explain that even though the bid that was being recommended was not the cheapest, the company was much more knowledgeable and thorough with their presen­ tation. The company's wiring would also make it possible to add camera secu­ rity in other areas of the building "down the road" at a minimum cost, he said. Volz said incidents that occurred were vandalism, fights and students speeding in the parking lot. He said the camera would help iden­ tify those responsible. "Are we really saying that everything is so bad out there now that we need surveillance?" asked Dun­ ham. "So you feel it's worth $11,000?" asked board pres­ ident Mike Callton. "I know what you are say­ ing..." said Volz. "I think school security is becoming a bigger issue... there are “With the addition of the gym it’s (the parking lot) just not in clear sight. We have had sev­ eral incidents that have happened in the parking lot...” - Superintendent Clark Volz factions and individuals that can cause real problems." The camera will run day and night, he said, and can be zoomed to obtain a li­ cense number on a car. But Dunham pointed out that a person would have to be watching at the time to zoom the lens. "Well, I don't like the message it's sending," said Dunham. You'd rather see this stuff go on? asked board member Wayne Curtis. "I don't know as if there is that much going on," said Dunham. One audience member said, "Well another message is that the kids have free rein... I think what is hap­ pening at other schools could very well happen here." Another audience mem­ ber, Rose Dunham, said, "I think it's not a dismal thing, it's proactive, not re­ active.. I think it's a good thing." The board then voted for MidState Security to install it for $10,894.66, with Dunham dissenting. "I just don't think we need it," he said. In other business at last week's meeting, the board: • Toured the grounds at Fuller Street Elementary, where the meeting was held. • Recognized and thanked all those who participated in landscaping, and put in new Fuller playground equip­ ment. See school board, pg. 5 In This Issue • Police corporal named sergeant ■ Directories band still wins standing ovation at districts • Homecoming Court announced • Halloween activities set for Sunday night locally �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 19,1999 - Page 2 Maplewood kids learn about U.S. maps by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Three classes at Maple­ wood Elementary last week created unique projects co­ inciding with their studying of the United States. Amy Smith's, Patti Braun's and Lori Bunker's classes created maps of the states dividing the country in the five regions with state and capital labeling. Student Sara Joppie made an especially interest­ ing map — a U.S. pillow. Another student did the pro­ ject on a large board. 'We learned capitals, re­ gions and specific things about regions, like the Midwest is called the bread basket because it has the corn belt," said Justin McMillen. "This is for social stud­ ies," said Braun. "Next we move into Native Ameri­ cans and colonies." Sara Joppie with her United States pillow she created for a recent social studies class. If you're 50 or older, you're in the money! ,g y y Auto-Owncis Insurance Company, we’ll save you money! Statistics show that your age group experiences fewei; less-costly losses, allowing us to pass the savings on to you. Contact our agency today for a customized proposal on your mobile home- owners insurance protection. ^Auto-Owners Insurance Here, some students show their map projects of the United States. Police corporal is now sergeant by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Corporal Terry Johnson's title will be switched to sergeant as a result of a de­ cision last week by the Vil­ lage Council. Council member Bonnie White said she had called several other departments and there were no corporals, just as Police Chief Garry Barnes said at the last coun­ cil meeting. "The job description leads me to believe that he would be a supervisor and we don't have that big of a depart­ ment," said White. Council member Frank Dunham explained that the position would be training Life Home Car Business TklNoPrMmftopll* This is not a supervisory position," said Dunham. "It is too," said Wolff. "I just wonder what the chief is supposed to do." White said she had no problem with the title name switch but thought the job description duties should not be assigned without compensation. In another matter Thurs­ day night, the council de­ him to assume a higher level, with no pay increase, so that if the chief should leave, the village would not have to go out and rehire, but could hire within. "It would standardize us with other departments," said council member Chris Pash. Council member Carroll Wolff said, "That would mean we would have two supervisors for one person since we have three full­ time positions in the de­ partment." cided to do cemetery repairs to get a donation of an addi­ tional $1,200 to fix the mausoleum. //^UI7D%7IS C^HUEI7RDYL%’ S7IS xS ft HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner Farm 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI FOR SALE: 11 bred beef cows; TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite 517-726-0580 or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 1 registered Angus bull. 616­ 763-9842 i .517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE POWER AND PLANT ESSENCES. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School........................ 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship.................................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ ..................... 7 Sunday School..................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .................. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.................................. 6 W.ednesday Family Night Service < .6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School.................... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ................. .11a.m. (Nursery Provided) .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship .............. 1 a.m. Church School ..................... 0 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School..................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship.............. ............ 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ........................................ 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship BEV. ALAN M.ETTLER ’ Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mt. south of Nashville) Sunday School......................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service ........................ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service................................. 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH PASTOR RANDY SMITH Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ..10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class .10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.................. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service......................................... 11 a P.M. Service ............. 7 p.m. Wed. Service 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service Sunday School ,9:45 a.m. .11:75 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship................................... 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday Schoo 10 a.m. W.orship . . . 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH - 203 N. State, Nashville Mass.Sat. Evening .............. 6:30 p.m. ' FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTOR . A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH ' 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School...................... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ...................... 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ........6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service............. 7 p.m. AWANA................. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School .................... 10 a.m. Church Service....................... 11 a.m. Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Holy Communion .................... 9 a.m.. (1 st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer....................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew s Is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 19, 1999 — Page 3 Directorless band still wins standing ovation at districts by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Maple Valley band drew standing ovations from the crowd after performing without director Dennis Vanderhoef at the district competition in Wayland last Tuesday evening. Vanderhoef was in the hospital with blood poisoning. "We could have canceled, but we talked to Mr. V on Monday and he told us to go ahead with it, and Mr. Rosin (Ryan) helped us out," said Drum Major Kimberly Knoll. "We weren't that nervous because that's how he teaches me to be — how to Maple Valley school menus Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Oct. 20 Taco, whole kernel com, peaches, churro, l/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Oct. 21 HS Dominos. Pepperoni pizza, green beans, pear halves, goldfish crackers, 1/2 pt milk. Friday, Oct. 22 Chicken fries, roll and honey,. mashed . potatoes, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Oct. 25 Cheeseburger, potato wedge, pineapple, apple­ sauce cake, 1/2 pt. milk. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 » 945-2243 ONLY *3.75 Matinees before 6 pm Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tues. *4.50 with Student ID after 6 pm Late Shows Fri. & Sa D| IGITAL STERE~O Q No passes or Tuesday discounts Unlimited Free Drink Refills & .25'Com Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View MOVIE GUIDE FREE FALL MATINEE SERIES: • QUEST FOR CAMELOT (G) SAT/SUH 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM O RANDOM HEARTS (R) DIGITAL TUES • 11:30,2XX), 4:30,7:00,9:20 WED -4:30,7:00,920 DOUBLE JEOPARDY (R) DIGITAL TUES -1.-00,3:15,5:15,7:30,9:30 WED-5:15,7:30,9:30 | Tuesday, Oct. 26 Pizza pocket, green beans, fruit cocktail, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first of the school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 20 Choose One - Taco, pizza, chicken sandwich, burger bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel corn, peaches, juice. Thursday, Oct, 21 Choose One t Dominos pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, Oct. 22 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed potatoes w/gravy, apple­ sauce, juice, milk. Monday, Oct. 25 Choose One - Chili and ’crackers, pizza, chicken sandwich, • salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, carrot sticks, pineapple, juice, milk. Tuesday, Oct. 26 Choose One - Pocket piz­ za, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. O DRIVE ME CRAZY (PG-13) lead the band independently, he has taught me a lot of his skills." Knoll, who led the performance, said the band dedicated its show to Vanderhoef. Knoll said the band performed at its best yet. "We got a standing ovation from the crowd. We were one of only three bands to get that, and the other two bands were Class A (Maple Valley is Class C). The crowd loved our show... it's fun and energetic and there is a lot of dancing." Knoll said this year's show is a very nontraditional one, with new innovative elements, and that could be one reason the judges gave the performance a only a Division II rating, out of four. "It is not a traditional drill, so the judges did not like it as much... we knew when we started with the program that the division ratings might be a problem but it's a real crowd performance and we were just very happy with our performance." Knoll said one parent from Wayland went as far as to get on the Maple Valley bus before the band left to tell them how impressed she was with their show. 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We thank those who have allowed us to work with them through the years and invite all to look into the advantages of a partnership with a bank owned and operated by your friends and neighbors. Eaton Federal Tuesday, October 26th • 7:00 p.m. • ...at the... Congregational Church in Vermontville FREE MEAL -Serving Swiss Steak FREE ENTERTAINMENT! Sponsored by Vermontville Lions Club • Ph. -726-0670 For Reservations.... FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FDIC | INSURED EQUAL HOUSING LENDER | �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 19,1999 - Page 4 Homecoming court announced Due to a technical camera malfunction at this year's Homecoming football game the king and queen pictures did not turn out. Here they are, Homecoming king and queen Kimberly Knoll and Rich Smith. 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(don’t worry, we have lots more coming in). i* 1*1 I♦I 1*1 Yearbook staff plans one-hour sales event - hours ~ CLOSED Monday; OPEN: Tuesday thru Thursday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. See you Friday night at zhe Sugar Hut | 174 S. Main Street - Vermontville • Phone 517-726-1518 EE:b:b:b:b:bxb:bxb:b:b:bwb:b:eb:b:eb:b:b:b:b:b:b:b:b:I ♦I •I •I •I •I l-l 1 I The Maple Valley High School yearbook staff will have a one hour sales campaign to take yearbook or­ ders Wednesday, Oct. 20. Teachers will receive a packet of order forms and today instructions (Tuesday). On Wednesday, during first hour, students should fill out an order form and indicate yes or no to order a yearbook for 1999-2000. Students who are unsure should answer "yes" because they can can­ cel the order later. As an incentive for stu­ dents to fill out the order, there will be a random drawing for $50 at the end of first hour to one ^winner. Money is not due at the time of purchase. A bill Area church plans movie night The Vermontville United Methodist Church is plan­ ning a movie night from 6 to 9:30 tonight that includes chili, a drink and a snack, as well as a movie, “Prince of Egypt” for $3 per person. Everyone is invited and encouraged to come, This is the first of many events yet to come. The church was built in 1862 and is a Michigan Registered Historical Site. One of the many long time members and elders, Hildred Peabody, is proud of that fact. Visitors can come see the newly restored 100-year-old stained glass windows that now adorn the front and back of the sanctuary. Plans are now under way to rebuild the bell tower before the end of 1999. .Other plans include reno­ vating the sanctuary and adding Sunday schoolrooms as well as working on the basement and foundation. For more information, call Pastor Jeff Bowerman or his wife Cheryl at (517) 726­ 1165. will be sent to the address on the order form and people will have the option of paying in installments or credit card. This will be the only chance to order yearbooks for the year. Those absent will be given the opportunity to pick up and return a form from Room B-3 prior to Friday, Oct. 22. The yearbook price is $40 plus tax and options. Options include (at vari­ ous prices) personalized name on the cover, clear plastic cover, an autograph section and a "Hear the Year" CD. Students are en­ couraged to talk the options over with their parents. ^nTmrmmimTfmTfTriTfrnTmriTriTnmTmn Family “SHOP & SNACK” Night Friday, October 22 • 4:30-6:30 P.M. Homemade Soup • Sandwiches Sloppy Joes • Salads • Pie • Beverages BAZAAR/BAKE SALE Peace United Methodist Church 4 Miles West of Nashville, Comer M-79 and Barryville Road Everyone Welcome! ^rnmrmrrrrmr^ Are vou ready? STIHL PROFESSIONAL MODEL BR400 Are you ready for a STIHLI Number One Worldwide VERN’S REPAIR 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, Ml 48897* Mon.-Fri. (616) 367-4544 7:30-12 & 1-5:30; * Mon.-Fri. 7:30-12 & 1-5:30; Sat. 7:30-12; Closed Sun. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, October 19, 1999 - Page 5 School board, continued from front page Jarene Marie Fox VERMONTVILLE Jarene Marie Fox, age 74, of Vermontville, passed away on Thursday, October 14, 1999. Mrs. Fox was bom on June 17, 1925, the daughter of George Jr. and Mary (Rumley) Knowles. She was co-owner and Secretary/Treasurer of Citizens Elevator in Vermontville for many years. She was a member of St. Cyril Roman Catholic Church of Nashville, the Altar Society, on the PTA, and Band Booster Secretary for Maple Valley Schools. Nora 7. Welker NASHVILLE Mrs. Nora J. Welker, age 79, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, October 14, 1999 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. She was bom November 26, 1919 in Lansing, the daughter of William & Clara (Ehret) Face. She graduated from Nashville High School and married Loyn Welker on May 9, 1938 in Nashville, and he preceded her in death in 1981. She was a cook at the Nashville Restaurant and was a homemaker. She belonged to the Maple Grove Birthday Club and enjoyed crocheting. She was also preceded in death by her parents. Mrs. Welker is survived by her daughter, Janet (Duane) Gardner of Nashville; sons, Erick Welker of Nashville and Gerald (Gladys) Welker of Mason; nine grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; brother, Calvin Face of Florida and sister, Phyllis Bassett of Battle Creek. Graveside Services for Mrs. Welker were held on Monday, October 18, 1999 at the Hillside Cemetery, Kalamo Township. Reverend James Hynes officiated. Memorial contributions' may be made to a charity of choice. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Ida (Trumble) Zahshesky VERMONTVILLE Ida (Trumble) Zakshesky, age 86, of Vermontville, passed away Friday, October 15, 1999. Mrs. Zakshesky was bom February 13, 1913 in Bellevue, the daughter of Ora (Whitbeck) and Stanley Stevens. She was a housewife and bar owner in Vermontville, she belonged to Michigan License Beverage Association, Kalamo O.E.S. #399, American Legion Post #42, Vermontville Chamber of Commerce and St. John MACwAMdsf Episcopal Church. She is survived by her husband, Thomas; sons, Stanley (Mary) Trumble, Larry (Carolyn) Trumble, Leo (Phyllis) Trumble all of Vermontville; daughter, Sally Crouter of Lansing; eleven grandchildren; & 21 great grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, October 19, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Episcopal Church of Charlotte with Reverend Carol Spangenberg officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. She was a true homemaker and loved her children and grandchildren very much, who in turn, loved her very much. Raising her ten children was her greatest pride and accomplishment. Mrs. Fox is survived by her husband, William; sons, David Fox of Okemos, Christopher Fox of Rialto, Rialto, California, Theodore (Pamela) Fox of El Centro, Centro, California; daughters, Kathleen (Earnest) Smith of Plano, Texas, Laurine Fox of New York, New York, Mary (Jerry) Greenwood of Germantown, Maryland, Ann (Richard) Crow of Dripping Springs, Texas, Lizabeth (Thomas) Brott of Lansing, Sharon (Jeny) Hams of Vermontville, Susan (Andy) Joostbems of Las Vegas, Nevada; and twelve grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Monday, October 18, 1999 at St. Cyril Roman Catholic Church in Nashville, Father Chuck Fischer officiated. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in loving memory of Jarene to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund, the Alzheimer’s Association, or the charity of your choice. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home of Charlotte. A tour of the new facilities at Fuller is given by principal Bernie Hynes (far right), before the school board meeting. • Accepted the resignation of Julie Hamilton, a Title 1 Instructor aide at Maple­ wood, effective Oct. 4. • Adopted a resolution for adult education funding. • Heard from Volz that this year's kindergarten en­ rollments are down. "We don't know the rea­ sons, but needless to say we are thankful that we brought in new programs to keep the numbers up." Voted to repair school roofs at $32,854. The work will be to clean and repair existing roofs that are pool­ ing water. Approved the annual FFA trip. Maple valley Schools Lion's Den (Before and After School Program) Open: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday Snowdays • Summer Contact: Maple Valley Adult Education Kellogg School 324 N. Queen St. • Nashville 517-852-9794 Double 4 White... $3779 Pewter Wicker... $40" Clay Shale... $4^19 In Memory of: Virgil C. Currier October 20, 1996 We don’t know why the Lord called you home so soon. We miss you so much, all of the good times & such. You’re the one who kept our big family a-going, and the laughter on our faces a-glowing. BUT DON’T WORRY DAD & GRANDPA Have a Good Time One day we will all meet up in the heavens so high and have a big family reunion in the sky. y1 . , We M.....i.ss You... Your Wife, Kids & Grandch ildren, Great-Grandchildren 9 Siding Is Smart Investment! Paying Too Much For It Isn’t! Re-siding is one of the most cost efficient home improvements you can make. Because it adds to the beauty and comfort ofyour home right away, and adds to the resale value later. Plus, Wolverine Vinyl siding features easy-maintenance and the life-long durability you expect with premium vinyl siding - at a popular price. j Make the smart move. Call today and we’ll give you more information on premium vinyl siding from Wolverine. It may be today's most economical way to avoid re-painting. Ahomstownj if LUMBER YARD Cash 8L Carry 517 852-0882 219 S. State in Nashville 9 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 19, 1999 - Page 6 Maplewood teas 3 community service projects this month Maplewood class has new pet Bob Smith's class at Maplewood has a new pet. The bird is a cocktiel that Smith got from the Ingham County Humane Society for $5. The class is currently voting on a name. “He whistles the U of M fight song, but in light of the recent game he is presently learning the MSU fight song," laughed Smith. Students Blake Tillery (from left) Joel Hewlett, and Linda Gale stand by it's cage. WEIGHT LOSE SUPPORT GROUP AND CLASS Who: Herbal Health Care Systems Where: 695 S. Mason Road, Nashville, Ml 49073 When: Every Tuesday Time: 6:00 Call 517-852-2541 for directions Community Notice WANTED: VENDORS FOR CRAFT SHOW & Sale at Nash­ ville VFW, November 12th & 13 th, 9am-4pm, for more infor­ mation call 517-852-9230 or 517­ 543-8970_________________ HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-SOO611-3766. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS' EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI..................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)....................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate)........................................................................... 852-5066 NEAR HASTINGS IN details. (CH-63) PRICE REDUCED! “IN COUNTRY” ON 3 ACRES CHARMING RANCH HOME DRIVE THRU THE WOODS ON 8 “SECLUDED” ACRES IN OFF M-66 THE COUNTY!! With 4 bedrooms & 3 baths, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, home is tastefully decorated throughout - walkout basement with large (master bath has Jacuzzi), walk- out finished basement w/kltchenette & bath, 2 car attached family room. The "park-like” NASHVILLE POSSIBLE 2 UNIT Large 5 bedroom house, 2 baths, formal dining room, open stair­ way, sheltered front porch. Could be 2 family home. (N-67) garage, 2 large decks, spectacusetting is complete with paths lar view. This property iss a ffor walking or ORVs. Nice pole “Must see to be appreciated". barn with water & elec. Call Total sq. ft. 2500 possible 3500. Nyle for complete Appliances included. Call details. (CH-74) Homer. (CH-70) SELLER SAYS BRING ALL OFFERS! FULLER HEIGHTS NASHVILLE This exceptional quad level home on the end of a cul-de-sac is in a secluded setting, quiet neighborhood. Home has 4 bed­ rooms, 2 1/2 baths, 1st floor rent the other Large home with apartment or 2 story,, 4 bedr bedryyn/'koome. 2 laundry, family room with firel(i Ah a l could be used as 3 apart- baths, ls well place & a rec room. Inground ments. Porches, bay windows kept 2 a nice pool & screened sun room are & cupula are Just some of the shady confer lot near elem elementary some of the many “extras". This character this home enjoys..sschool. Call Jerry for more is a property that must be seen Call Nyle. (V-71)details. (N-69) to appreciate!! Call Jerry (N-72) $75,000 IN VERMONTVILLE! “TURN OF CENTURY VICTORIAN” NASHVILLE - GREAT INCOME INVESTMENT Live in one unit Bl VACANT LAND 2 ACRES ON THE EDGE OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE - Tree lined along the front. Surveyed & perk tested. Contact Nyle. (VI^73) 2 ACRE BUIlDINO SITE for walkout basement. Blacktop road NE of Vermontville. Good access to Lansing. Some newly planted trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed, perked & has driveway per­ mit. Call Nyle. (VL-64) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas available located at the end of private road deed restrictions. Call Nyle (VL-39) 3.3 ACRES - Country lot big enough for a horse, sur­ veyed on private road. (VL-42) 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site priced to buy at Just $16,900. CaU Nyle today. 726-1234. (VL-43) 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel Is Ideal for your new home, land contract terms. Call Nyle to discuss the details. (VL-30) PRICE REDUCED! 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway inter­ change. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway^ Located on blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-49h by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maplewood school is par­ ticipating in three commu­ nity service projects this month. Maplewood, along with other Eaton County schools and radio station WMMQ, is collecting clean winter outer wear to be donated to clothing banks. These dona­ tions are available to any Maple Valley student, as well as other communities in the Eaton County area. "We have tried to coordi­ nate every school with the coat program so there would be a contact at each school," said one of the organizers, teacher Bob Smith. Smith said there are boxes at each school in the district for donations. The student council is also help­ ing with the project. For more information on the program call (517) 543­ 5465. Another community ser­ vice project is the annual leaf rake. Students will be Police car, continued from front page------ Maplewood students collection box. bringing their own rakes to school and will rake lawns in Vermontville on Friday, Oct. 29. Also, Maplewood school is participating in "Make a Difference Day" Saturday, Oct. 23. The school is col­ lecting new and gently used clean clothing to distribute to local shelters in Barry and Eaton counties. Boxes are at Maplewood and all sizes of clothing are needed. GOOD USED 'don't do it, you are asking for trouble," said Wolff. "What trouble is that? asked White. "The expense of it, the public didn't like it... they said they were shocked that we were even considering it,' said Wolff. " How long ago were they on the council? " asked White. "... goes back 18 years probably. They had a lot of experience with it," replied Wolff. "Our citizens get tired of this and we wonder why citizens don't run for council." "I think a year's trial will tell us if it will work out. If we maintain it, it will in­ crease the resale value," said Frank Dunham. "There are a lot of citizens who think it's a good idea." White brought up the idea of using the second car and repairing it for the winter, and checking on the situa­ tion before next year's bud­ get is set in March. Wheeler said he would like to see the $3,000 to re­ pair the car taken from the money set aside for the yearly allotment to buy a new car. A unanimous yes vote was then taken on transfer­ ring $3,000 out of the new car budget to fix the old car for a trial basis until Febru­ ary. Wolff then said the vote was not for repairing the old car, but just for transferring the money. It's skirting the whole issue," said Wolff. "And what issue would that be?" asked White. "That we are spending money we shouldn't be spending," said Wolff. The council then voted to .fjx.the.alder car. help put coats in the Lawn & Carden EQUIPMENT under $2000 Year/Brand/Model/Descri ption: □ 1970 JD 140 48" deck. □ 1983 JD 185 46" deck. □ 1987 JD 185 46” deck. □ 1992 JD LX 172 38” deck, bagger included. □ 1995 JD LX 172 42” deck (new). □ 1991 JD LX 176 38” deck. □ Bolens Articulate 16 hp. twin, 38” mower. □ Ransome Jaguar Front mount, 18 hp., 60" deck. □ 1989 ingersol/Case 3016 16 hp., 44" deck, hydro. Sharp!! □ Sears LT 1036 10 hp., 36” deck, runs. $295.00. $2000 & up Year/Brand/Model/Descrlptlon: □ 1988 JD 265 46” deck, 600 hrs. □ (3) JD 318 46” & 50” decks, 640 to 1100 hrs. □ 1998 JD 345 48" deck, 140 hrs. □ (6) JD 425 with 48" & 54” decks, 205 to 1099 hrs. □ 1984 JD 430 60” deck, diesel, 1345 hrs. □ 1995 JD 455 54” deck, diesel, 170 hrs. □ 1994 JD LX 188 48" deck. □ 1993 JD F510 38” front mnt. deck, 275 hrs. □ 1991 JD F525 48” front mnt. deck, 292 hrs. □ (2) JD F911 60” decks, 212 and 906 hrs. □ Ransome Bobcat 18 hp., 48" deck, cab, 2 stage snow blower. □ Bunton Commercial Front mount, 25 hp., 71" deck. 131 Fill more JOHN DEERE Equipment, Inc. www.deere.com Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings, Ml | Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat.7 to 2~~| 945-9526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 19, 1999 - Page 7 Middle school eagers continue to score big wins The middle school basketball programs have been active on the hard courts as of late. Here is a look at the recent results of the eager teams: 7th Grade Girls Triumphant... Maple Valley defeated Bellevue Sept. 20 30-18. Valley took control of the game early and were led by Amanda Mead's 6 points, 3 rebounds and 1 blocked shot, Lacey Wiser's 6 points, 3 rebounds, 1 steal and 1 blocked shot, Kortney Ewing's 4 points, 1 board, 2 steals and 1 rejection, Amy Strickland's 4 points and 2 steals, Cassie Hirneiss' 4 points, 2 rebounds and 3 steals, Tessa Robles' 2 points, 1 rebound and 4 steals, Kailey Smith's 2 points, 1 board and 2 steals, Sammie Cowell's 2 points,’ 1 steal, 1 rebound and Krista Driksna's 2 points and 1 rebound. Split Squad Takes Two... Valley played a split squad Sept. 22 against Olivet. In the first game, the A team pulled out a 12-11 win with a tough defensive stand in the fourth quarter. Kelsey Elliston had 4 points, 11 caroms, 4 steals and 1 blocked shot, Lacey Wiser 2 points and 10 rebounds, Kortney Ewing 2 points, 3 boards and 4 steals, Kyndra Root 2 points and 2 rebounds, Amy Strickland 2 points, 6 caroms and 4 steals and Jessica McMillen 2 steals. The second contest resulted in a 15-9 win for Valley's cagers. After being down by one point early in the third quarter, the defense came up big and shut the Eagles out in the fourth quarter to secure the win. Mb* ncMK tisw lrtkitteW»!“ 8W /tsWISH^ hjifcS^ KBSlOlfr^*4* $255® ftscrf* Cassie HirneiSs had 13 points, 7 boards and 5 steals, Krista Driksna 2 points, 5 rebounds, 2 steals and a blocked shot, Amanda Mead pulled down 13 rebounds made 2 steals and blocked a shot, Kristin Mead added 8 steals and 4 rebounds, Kailey Smith managed 7 steals and 2 rebounds, Jessica Lawless had 4 boards and a steal, Laura Trumble 2 steals and a rebound and Sammie Cowell also had a steal. Cagers Blank Leslie, 24-0... M.V. hosted Leslie Sept. 13 and coasted to a 24-0 victory. Amy Strickland scored 5 points, while Tessa Robles, Kelsey Elliston and Amanda Mead each added 4 points. Kailey Smith tallied 3 points and Kortney Ewing and Jessica Lawless both scored 2 points. Valley falls to St. Phil... St. Philip edged Maple Valley's seventh grade hoopsters 18-12 in a contest played Sept. 15. Valley nearly pulled it out in the fourth quarter, but too many turnovers hindered its winning chances. Valley got 4 points, 3 boards and 4 steals from Amy Strickland, 2 points and a steal from Kelsey Elliston, 2 points and 5 steals from Cassie Hirneiss, 2 points and 3 rebounds from Jessica Lawless, 2 points, 2 steals and 2 blocked shots from Lacey Wiser, 5 steals from Jessica McMillen, 2 points each from Kortney Ewing and Kailey Smith and 4 rebounds, a steal and a blocked shot from Tessa Robles. Eighth Graders Win No. 8... Megan Putnam scored 6 points in an inspiring second half. Chayla Robles added 4 points. A balanced attack with Megan Garvey scoring 8 points, Chayla Robles 6, Megan Putnam 6, Stephanie Joostberns 6 and Amanda Driksna 4 proved to be too much for Bellevue to overcome. The Dog House * * * Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAU Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Claude Hine, Groomer 269 S. Pease Road Coming in Oct. to the Vermontville, MI 49096 Yellow Pages The eighth grade basketball team ran its record to 8-1 with wins over Dansville (37-21), Potterville (39-19), Lansing Christian (35-31) and Bellevue (34-21). Megan Garvey scored 24 points versus Dansville and Stephanie Joostberns added 7 markers. In the Potterville contest, Joostberns and Garvey combined for 28 points and Ashley Trumble scored her first basket of the season. At Lansing Christian, Senior citizens’ luncheon set for Oct. 20 The senior citizens’ lun­ cheon will be held at noon Wednesday, Oct. 20, at the Vermontville United Meth­ odist Church. Entertainment will follow. Please bring a dish to pass. Meat, beverages and table service will be furnished. Any questions, phone 726­ 0574. 219 NORTH MAIN STREET 352-0345 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday, 9 am to 4 pm Saturday T . .. r' _l_he time is ripe lor (all home improvements. All it takes is cash ami we have plenty of it to lend. In the form of home equity loans, EWING WELL DRILLING INC. lines of credit and home improvement loans. Yon can count on a fast OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP response to your applicat ion. Ami expect SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS the term, rate and monthly payment to suit • Residential • Commercial • Farm you to a “T . Call or visit any I lasting* City Bank We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies office while the pickin’s arc good. WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. It's Harvest Time Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available www.hastingscitybank.cam Member F DIC (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE , Hastings 945-2401 Middleville 795-3338 Bellevue 763-9418 ashville 852-0790 Caledonia 891-<MI10 Wayland 792-6201 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, October 19,1999 - Page 8 Commission on Aging Menu Lite Meals Wednesday, Oct 20 Hard boiled eggs with crackers, broccoli and bacon salad cup, pears. Thursday, Oct. 21 Shaved roast beef and cheese sandwich, peas and cheese salad, black cherries. Friday, Oct. 22 Shaved turkey breast with cheese on whole wheat bread, potato salad, pineap­ ple. Monday, Oct. 25 Sliced lean corned beef on rye bread, kraut salad, peach­ es. Tuesday, Oct. 26 Homemade egg salad and crackers, marinated veg­ etable, pineapple. Barry County Extension Office CALENDER OF EVENTS Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national ori­ gin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. Oct. 20 Oct. 21 Oct. 23 Oct. 25 Nov. 1 Nov. 3 Nov. 4 Nov. 6 Nov. 8 Nov. 13 Nov. 17 4-H Advisory Council, 7 p.m., Conference Room, Courts and Law Bldg. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building. Make a Difference Day, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., KCC in Hastings. Rabbit Dev. Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. Expo Building. Non-livestock Dev. Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Expo Building. Livestock Dev. Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building. Parents as Asset Builders Workshop (part of Par­ ents Workshop), Hastings High School. 4-H Awards Program, 7 p.m, Expo Center. 4-H Young Artist Day, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Delton Middle School, Delton. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Com­ munity Room, Courts and Law Bldg. ty Monday, Oct. 25 Hastings, line dancing 9:30­ 11:00, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Oct. 26 Hastings, Trivia; Nashville, Trivia. Linden Street lots price established Hck or Treat Notice Halloween Trick or Treat for the Village of Nashville will be on Sunday, October 31,1999 from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm I LEAF PICK UP 1 ^T ^The Village of Nashville will begin picking^ |t up leaves on October 25. Please place all j leaves at the curb side. (Leaves only | please, NO BRUSH). PLEASEDONOT PLEASEDONOT^ L LPUT LEAVES OUT BEFORE OCTO- j &BER22. Hearty Meals Wednesday, Oct. 20 Fish nuggets, dinner roll, broccoli w/cheese, Oriental blend, sweet treat. Thursday, Oct 21 Seafood noodle casserole, winter blend vegetable, com, applesauce. Friday, Oct. 22 Swiss steak jardiniere, whipped potatoes, spinach, spiced peaches, dinner roll. Monday, Oct. 25 Macaroni and cheese, California blend vegetable, stewed tomatoes, pears. Tuesday, Oct. 26 Oven baked pork loin, mashed potatoes w/gravy, glazed carrots, dinner roll, fruit juice. Events Wednesday, Oct. 20 Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, trivia; Delton, trivia. Thursday, Oct. 21 Hastings, line dancing, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, social day. Friday, Oct. 22 - Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, birthday par­ Z PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on October 28, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. Subject: to hear public comments on an Ordinance to rescind Ordinance #8 regulat­ ing railroads in the Village, Ordinance #20 regulating gutters, culverts, etc. & Ordinance #35 obstruction of streets etc. (#20 & #35 are now covered under Ordinance #9-9-99-E Public Street and Right of Ways). Full copies can be read at the Village Office. Written comments can be submitted to the Village office before the Public Hearing.—................................... by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Vermontville Coun­ cil last week set a tentative price of $15,000 for the three Linden Street lots it is trying to sell. The land was donated to the village, and now, after the street has been put in, along with water and sewer, the lots are ready to be sold. The price includes a special assessment of $9,062.88 with option of a 6 percent, 10-year payback. One council member brought up a concern at last week's special meeting that it might be illegal to special assess a piece of property for more than it's worth. Before putting in ads to sell the property, council member Rod Harmon said he would check with the village attorney. Junior varsity eagers win three times The junior varsity girls basketball team at Maple Valley recently won three more times to improve its season record to 9-3. The Lady Lions came up with wins over Morrice 33­ 23 Oct. 5, Leslie 49-32 Oct. 12 and Saranac 56-27 Oct. 14. Brieann Treloar had 17 points and 6 rebounds against Morrice, Holly Forest 6 points and 5 steals, Ashley Gardeneer 4 points and 9 rebounds and Nikki James 6 rebounds and 4 In the triumph over Saranac, Brieann Treloar had 12 points, 4 steals, Alesia VanEngen 11 points and 4 assists, Nikki James 11 points and 8 rebounds, Jessie Grant 6 points, 7 assists and 6 steals, Holly Forest 6 points and 5 steals, Ashley Gordeneer 4 points, Shelbi Cousins 4 points and 5 rebounds and Hillary Grant 2 points. All of Maple Valley's players scored in the game. Trick or treating on Sunday night From Our Readers... CF drive getting doser to cure Dear editor: “It’s a September again...” Cystic Fibrosis Month. The people of Nashville spent much time and effort this September to help the 30,000 children and adults who are afflicted with CF in this country. These very special people, our dedicated volunteers, raised $1,006 to support research, education, and treatment for people with this fatal disease. We are extremely grateful for the generosity of our community. It is with particular appre- ciation that we acknowledge the contribution of our marchers, the folks who tire­ lessly went door-to-door educating the public. Progress in CF research has accelerated over the past few years — exciting new technologies and therapies, as well as new, innovative drugs are making a differ­ ence in the lives of those with the disease. Contribu­ tions are bringing us closer to a cure. It is within our reach. Judith Ann Hook Campaign Coordinator We need to hear about good students Dear editor: It was nice to hear about our Maple Valley graduates, Kathryn McDougal and Jarrod Rasey continuing their education. We so often hear about the few that are making an impact in the criminal world. As a teacher in our district, I enjoy seeing articles inform­ ing the community about the good coming from our schools. I recently spoke with Mr. Sessions and learned of the accomplishments of his daughters, Cheri and Terri. Both of the girls were in my class in first grade. I’d like to see their success stories, along with those of other Maple Valley graduates. When children are in ele­ mentary school, teachers see that spark of hope and poten- Synopsis of Meeting Castleton Twp. Board Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD October 6,1999 Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Twelve people were in atten­ dance. Approved minutes from the September 1,1999 meeting. Amended the budget. Approved the treasurer's report. Approved paying the bills in steals. On the first play of the game, Jessie Grant injured her chin and had to receive seven stitches. Alesia VanEngen had 17 points and 5 steals versus Leslie, Jessie Grant 8 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists and 6 steals, Nikki James 7 points, Holly Forest 6 points, Brieann Treloar 5 points and 8 steals, Shelbi Cousins 6 points and 6 rebounds and Ashley Gordeneer 8 rebounds. the amount of 103,449.92. Committee reports were given. Casey Harris gave a presen­ tation on the gypsy moth. Sheriff S. DeBoer discussed a noise ordinance. No action was taken. Accepted Kent Hamilton’s bid for snowplowing. Public comment was heard. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: Supervisor J. Cooley <100) tial in students. It’s nice to hear how the bud blossoms. Please encourage parents, friends and relatives to keep the community informed... maybe a monthly column?! Rose Dunham, First grade teacher Fuller St. Elementary Trick or treating will be held on the traditional Oct. 31, a Sunday this year, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in both Vermontville and Nashville. Both village councils have debated whether to switch the trick or treating to Saturday night as Halloween falls on a Sunday this year, but it was decided to remain with the traditional date. Help Wanted PART-TIME TELLERS: Are you responsible and accurate? Have you a background in gen­ eral Bookkeeping, Mathematics, office machines or computers? Do you enjoy working with the public? If so, chances are you would enjoy being a part of our TELLER TEAM. Part-time positions at our HASTINGS office and NASHVILLE of­ fice. Will average 24hrs each week on a regular schedule. Ad­ ditional hours may be required on occasion. Ifinterested, please apply at the Personnel Office HASTINGS CITY BANK 150 W. Court St., Hastings, Mi. 49058. EOE/M/F.__________ 29 PEOPLE WANTED TO GET PAID $$ to lose up to 301bs in the next 30 days. Natu­ ral, guaranteed. Call: 616-248­ 7707. Middle school eagers win battles The eighth grade basketball team in Maple Valley ran its record to 10-2 by defeating Olivet's A team 36-19 and Leslie 45-30. The B squad lost to Olivet's B team 33-22. The B team was led by Amanda Driksna and Amber Terberg who each scored 6 points. Heidi McCrimmon tallied 5 points. The girls scored 11 points in each half in a game that Olivet led at half 22-11. The A team received 10 points from Megan Garvey, 8 points from Stephanie Joostberns and 4 points from Hilary Krolik. The Lions used a quick start to hold a 14-9 advantage at the half. In the second half, the Lions tallied 22 points and held Olivet to 10. The Lions traveled to Leslie and prevailed 45-30. Balanced scoring and strong defense were keys to the victory. Megan Putnam and Megan Garvey each scored 10 points. Penny Curtis, Jamie Hayes and Amanda Driksna each tallied 4 points. NOTICE The Village of Vermontville will be collect­ ing leaves until further notice. 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Each ran their best times of the year. For the boys, Ken Rhodes (17th in 18:26), Ryan Emerick (20th in 18:57) and Justin Sealy (28th in 19:23) competed at Lowell. The next event for the Lions was staged at Charlton Park with the host team placing second in the Card OfThanks National Ads Real Estate THANK YOU To all of you who took the time to send us Anniversary cards, sent flowers, or came to our open house on Oct 3. All ofyou made our 50th Wedding Anniversary celebration something that we will remember for a long time. A “special” thank-you to our son, daughter-in-law, and our 2 2 grandchildren for all oftheir work in planning this once in a life-time event With all our Love, Doc & Dee Mater. HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ 3085 Ext.#1400 24hrs. KALKASKA COUNTY: 6+ beautiful wooded acres on pri­ vate gravel road, short drive to State Land and snowmobile tracks. 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There is a big need for workers at athletic events such as junior varsity and varsity football, girls junior varsity and varsity basketball, girls junior, high basketball, volleyball, junior high volleyball, boys junior varsity and varsity basketball, boys freshman basketball, boys junior high basketball, high school wrestling, junior high wrestling, high school track and field and junior high track and field. For Rent NICE 1 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME On Thomapple Lake, not in park. 517-852-9386. For Sale NO WAX VINYL FLOORING chase - cash & carry. LAMI­ NATE FLOORING AT $1.99 SQ.FT. 15 year warranty, sev­ eral colors, cash and carry, 100 sq. ft. minimum purchase. Bar­ gain shopperprices on carpet too! Call Westen’s Carpet, 210 E. Main, Middleville, 616-795­ 3000. Open Tuesday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-3pm G.E. WASHER & DRYER, full size set,cost$900, sacrifice$225, (guaranteed). Dennis Distribut­ ing, 1-517-541-1109_________ KING SIZE 4 poster solid wood bed with brand new luxury firm pillow top mattress set, cost $1,600 new, sacrifice, $350. 1­ 517-337-3054 500 YARDS OF CARPETING, two months old, cost $10.95 per yard, new sacrifice, $1.75 per yard, Dennis Distributing, 517­ 541-1109__________________ & MATCHING CHAIR, “brand new”, brown & blue with beauti­ ful oak strips in front, cost $700.00, sarcrifice $270.00, 1­ 517-541-8132 BEAUTIFUL • 3 Cyc./Self-Priming Fuel System • Wet Disk Brakes • 540 R.P.M., Independent • Category I 3-Point Hitch • Turf Tires FINANCING AVAILABLE 0% for 12 Months!* AS LOW ‘Monthly payment required. ” 9'9% APR HLZal ■IES■ 1■1■~■ilOIrC JOHN DEERE www.deere.com Equipment, Inc M m<)n,h ’erm' “ bUyere "*■ Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fit 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat.7 to 2 945-9526 10th place 18:58 from Emerick, a 13th place 19:19 from Sealy and a 15th place 19:30 from Marc Bush. Save some money by working at Maple Valley athletic events AT$4.99 sq. yd.!!! Special pur­ • 32 Gross Engine HP./25.5 PTO • Hydrostatic Transmission was 10th in 22:38, Keasler 11th in 22:46 and Silsbee was 15th in 23:54. Todd's run was a personal best. The boys team had a sixth place 18:25 from Rhodes, a BEAUTIFUL SOFA CHERRY SLEIGH BED, includes “brand new” Queen size pillow top mat­ tress set, cost $1,200.00, sell for $450.00orbest offer, 1-517-541­ 8132 ________________ DSS SATELLITE SYSTEM OWNERS, NOTICE. Free equipment upgrades, all older satellite equipment (mini dish) will upgrade receiver and blue access card for a new topknotch RCA fourth generation 32 bit processor with new remote and Y2K compliant access card free; equipment can be non-working and must have valid access card, call Stealth, 616-948-0253. DSS SATELLITE SYSTEM OWNERS, NOTICE. We pay cash forused satellite dish equip­ ment. Can’t pay the bill? Sell your equipment to Stealth, 100 minimum cash for any equip­ ment with a blue access H card, need not be working, must have valid access card. Call Stealth, 616-948-0253. If interested, contact Sheila Dunn at the junior- senior high school office, (517) 852-9275. Valley downs Potterville, Lansing The seventh grade girls basketball team hosted the Potterville Vikings in nonleague action Sept. 29 and pulled out a 20-8 triumph. Leading the way for Maple Valley were Teresa Robles with 4 points, 2 were Wiser with 4 points, 5 rebounds and 4 steals, points, 2 Hirneiss 4 rebounds, 2 steals, Kortney Ewing 4 points and 2 rebounds, Root 4 points and a rebound, Elliston 2 points, 2 rebounds, 2 steals rebounds and a steal, Jessica McMillen with 4 points and 2 rebounds, Amy Strickland with 4 points, a rebound and a steal, Lacey Wiser with 2 points, 3 rebounds, 3 steals and a blocked shot, Kelsey Elliston with 2 points and 2 rebounds, Kyndra Root with 2 points, 2 rebounds and a steal, Cassie Himeiss with 2 points, Kristin Mead with 4 rebounds, Kailey Smith 3 rebounds and Krista Driksna 2 rebounds. Maple Valley traveled to Lansing Christian Oct. 4 and won easily 26-7. Leading the balanced attack and a blocked shot, Mead 2 points and 4 rebounds, Strickland 2 points, 2 steals and a rebound, Cowell 2 points and 2 steals and McMillen 2 points. Mead had 6 rebounds, Driksna 4 and Robles 2. to place your ACTIOM! 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Maple Valley's first score came on a 5-yard scamper by Rich Smith at the eight minute mark of the second quarter. Smith's score was aided by solid blocks from Justin VanAlstine and Eric Goris. Jacob Cole added the twopoint conversion and Valley led 8-7 In the third quarter with 7:44 remaining, Cole returned a punt 76 yards for the Lions' second touchdown, giving his team a 14-7 advantage Cole finished with 73 yards rushing on 18 carries and also picked off two Williamston passes. Maple Valley wound up with 215 yards rushing on 51 carries. Jason Abfalter led the way with 91 yards on 12 carries and Andy Ewing collected 21 yards on nine attempts. On defense, Jeff Rhoades had 12 tackles, Abfalter 10 tackles, Smith 9 tackles, Nathan Swift 7 tackles, Tim Wawiemia 7 tackles, Goris 6 tackles and Travis Kersjes also made 6 tackles. "It was an outstanding defensive effort," Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. Maple Valley goes for its perfect season this Friday with a home game against Portland. JV gridders beat Muskegon, Lakeview Nathan Swift (1) and Jacob Cole (27), shown here in an earlier season game, were major contributors to Maple Valley's offense and defense last Friday in the win versus Williamston. (Photo by Perry Hardin) SSSSmSSSSSSSSS Smoked Pork Chops Maple Valley's junior varsity football team continued its perfect season rolling over Muskegon 28-8 and Battle Creek Lake view 36-6. Eleven players carried the ball versus Muskegon and racked up 254 yards. Touchdowns were scored by Mike Hirneiss, Jeremy Wiser and Darren Thrun connected with Wiser in the air. Jacob Skelton and Wiser scored two-point conversions. With the freshman playing at Webberville Sept. 30 the junior varsity boys had eight players with ground yardage against Lakeview. Hirneiss, Thrun, Wiser, Terberg and Skelton all put up points on the scoreboard. Punter Isaac 5# & Up, From Chuck, Lean Ground Beef Reg. or Thick Bologna, Cotto Salami 1 Gallon, Distilled or 2 Liters Drinking Water 7*Up 99* + Dep, Maple Valley's varsity girls basketball team split its two games last week, beating Saranac 67-44 and dropping a 71-59 decision to Leslie. Everyone scored for the Lady Lions in the triumph over Saranac. Jessie Cook scored 22 points and made 3 blocks, Sarah Cook had 8 points and 7 steals, Miranda Farr had 8 points and 2 assists and Jessie Gearin and Amy Pennington each added 6 points. Jessie Cook topped the team in the score column against Leslie with 25 points and she also made 7 blocks. Jennie Begerow had 13 points and 3 assists and Jessie Gearin added 8 pbints. $ gssssssmssssssssssssssssssssk W 1# Pkg., Bar S 'fy 99* Lady Lions beat Saranac’s hoopsters Pork steak Leg Q*rs. O* I Lunch Meats players made tackles against the Spartans from Lakeview. All defensive players who traveled to Battle Creek scored in the stat column. Lean Sliced 10# Bag, Chicken Lesser Amts. 49< Lb. Franco was 2-for-2 with kicks of 20 and 21 yards. A tough Lion defense again held their opponents to one score. Twenty Bun Length, Oscar Mayer Wieners Jumbo & Meat All Bagged Apples Red and Golden Delicious, Rainier or Jonamac VERMONTVILLE GROCERY COUPON. Coupon good thru Sat. Oct. 23, 1999 COMPLETE PROCESSI Vermontville Grocery pii726-omo Fresh Meat Market _______Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-FrL; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-10-26.pdf 8ccac1b6c81d1588f790a1d8db59b8d3 PDF Text Text 00/00/00 U s postage F HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1817 Hastl"SS.Ml49058 L^fcnnitNa? Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 43/October 26,1999 Lions clinch perfect season with 36-28 win over Raiders by Jon Gambee The Maple Valley Lions survived a second half scare by a fired up Portland football team Friday night to secure an undefeated season and their seventh Southwestern Michigan Athletic Association championship in this decade. In their 36-28 victory, coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's Lions team gave him his fourth unblemished season in the last 10 years. But the victory did not come without effort After I IUD va*? Achieving another perfect regular season for the Maple Valley Lions were the 1999 varsity team. M.V. beat Portland last Friday to collect its ninth triumph of the year. Team members are (first row, from left) Randy Silsbee, Tim Wawiernia, Chad VanEngen, Eric Goris, Kyle Lackscheide, Rich Smith, Ken Lackscheide, Jason Abfalter, Jeff Jones; (second Jason Abfalter (6) found pay dirt for the Lions against the Raiders, helping to keep the team undefeated. steamrolling, out to a 12-0 half-time lead, the Lions were taken back by a Raider air attack in the second half. It was all the Maple Valley defense could do to hold off the charge. "We knew coming in that they were a good passing team," Mittelstaedt said after the game. But I thought our defense would do a little better job against them than we did." Mittelstaedt, who disdains the pass like oil disdains water, held team together and rallied the troops when it counted. They continued to gobble up yardage and the clock until time simply ran out on any upset hopes harbored by the Raiders. The game's first score came on a six play, 74-yard drive, highlighted by a 56yard run to daylight by Jacob Cole with less than three minutes eaten off the clock. The Lions scored again with 5:10 remaining in the second quarter when Jason row) Travis Kersjes, Josh Pierce, Troy Sloan, Chad Spears, Andy Ewing, Jacob Cole, Chris Ripley, Adam Watson; (third row) Brett Leonard, David Wyman, Jason Warriner, Ben Hester, Kyle Kines, Matt Thome, Jeff Rhoades; (fourth row) Coach Roscoe, Coach Mittelstaedt and Coach Martin. Not pictured, Nathan Swift, Justin VanAlstine and Coach Ricketts. “We knew coming in that they were a good passing team, but I thought our defense would do alittle better job against them than we did.” - Guenther Mittelstaedt Abfalter bulled in from four yards out. Maple Valley stayed true to its ground game commitment throughout, throwing the ball only when absolutely necessary. There is an old adage in football that says when you throw the ball only four things can happen and three of them are bad. Well, Maple Valley proved that adage with three passes in the first half. One was a critical 13-yard third down completion from quarterback Ken Lackscheide to Justin VanAlstine to keep the drive going. One was an incomplete pass attempt for the extra point following Abfalter touchdown and the third was intercepted with eight seconds to go in the half, fortunately too late to do any real damage. In the first half, Maple Valley rushed for 162 yards out of their 175 yard total, while holding Portland to just 53 yards. But things were different in the second half when the Raiders came out throwing. Starting at his own 27yard-line, Raider Quarterback Derek Foltz gave notice right off the bat with an incomplete toss, but two plays later connected with Bryan Martin for an 11-yard first down. See perfect season, pg. In This Issue... • Three students suspended after ‘hit list’ found in hall Vermontville clerk quits after 15 years of service Alternative education kids help stock African library Valley runners achieve bests at invitational The Lions' linemen have dominated all year as Matt Thome (71) and Kyle Kines (61) do on this play. 6 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 26,1999 - Page 2 Maple Valley school menus Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Oct. 27 Nachos, whole kernel corn, pear halves, cookie, l/2 pt. milk Thursday, Oct 28 Cheese pizza, tossed sal­ ad, fresh fruit, bread stick l/2 pt. milk. Friday, Oct. 29 Chicken nuggets, carrot sticks, peaches, Halloween treat, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Nov. 1 Hot dog, com, churro, orange push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Nov. 2 Jumbo taco, green beans, pineapple, cracker packs, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first of the school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct 27 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, breakfast bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel corn, pear halves, juice, milk. Thursday, Oct 28 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, pizza, cheese­ burger, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, applesauce, juice, milk Friday, Oct. 29 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza,. chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, carrot sticks, peaches, juice, milk. Monday, Nov. 1 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, chicken sand- 501 North Main, Nashville OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! 945-9554 Askfor our sales Dept. wich, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - gargar­ den salad, green beans, pineapple, juice, milk. 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Mark 11:24, 25 tells us that when you pray and ask for something, believe that you have received it, and you will be given whatever you ask for. And when you stand and pray, forgive anything you may have against anyone, so that your Father in Heaven will forgive the wrongs that you have done. Prayer is necessary in our daily lives, and we should pray about everything, not just during an emergency. ...ask andyou will receive, so thatyour happiness may be complete. Good News Bible fohn 16:24 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 RICHARD A. GENTHER Manager Shirleys Chuckwagon Cafe 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm 517-852-2500 HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD f % ©Afr ©Mi g^krX <tt> V rm y MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm WOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever, Broker Res. (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting......................7 p.m. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. PASTOR GL£NN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ot M-66 on Baseline) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Fellowship Time 10:30 a.m. Adult Class.............................. 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 301 Fuller St, Nashville Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship .................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH PASTOR MARK THOMPSON NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening........ -.6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service................................... 6 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service .................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 1 a.m. Sunday Schoo Worship.......... PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................9 a.m.. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School ............. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service ......... 7 p.m. AWANA.............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 26,1999 - Page 3 Local women make educational trip to New York City A group of Nashville and Vermontville ladies visited New York City this past summer on an “Education First” tour. EF is based in Boston and specializes in educational trips for students. However, adults are also welcome. Judy Tuckey is a group leader for the company and organizes groups locally. The trip to New York City was very fast paced with a lot packed into each day. All meals except lunch was included, along with airfare, hotel and any sight seeing attractions. The tour included admis­ sion to many of the famous sights of New York such as the Empire State Building, Statute of Liberty, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Madison Square Gardens and the United Nations Building, which is technically not part of New York at all - it stands on international territory belonging to all the member Countries of the U.N. Stopping at the Metropolitan Museum of Art was of special interest to Glenna Thorne of Vermontville. “I really enjoyed the Egyptian artifacts and seeing my first Renoir painting there.” She also found Ellis Island to be “awesome” in realizing what the immi­ grants had to go through just to get to this country. There was much to see just taking the many walking tours that had been planned. Going down Fifth Avenue and seeing all of the famous shops, such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Cartier, Tiffany and Co., Trump Towers and FAO Schwartz kept the group in awe. The 840-acre Central Park was a stop-off for the group. Many people from Manhattan walk or roller blade in the park since New York has taken back control of it. Another day of walking included travel down the financial district and Wall Street, Greenwich Village, Chinatown and the East Village, with a quick stopoff at the Plaza Hotel. Two Broadway shows were part of the tour. The group watched “Footloose” at the Richard Rodgers Theater and “Ragtime” at the Ford Center for the Performing Arts. Both were favorites of Sharlot Sours. “I have always wanted to see Broadway plays and musicals. That was tops for me. Both shows were excel­ lent and I enjoyed each one.” She also enjoyed the visit the group had with an actor at Lincoln Center. He was performing on Broadway and talked with the ladies about his career. Jeanie Hansen said she thought it was a great trip all round. Marcia Grant enjoyed watching the WNBA team, the New York Liberty, prac­ tice at Madison Square Garden and was sure to get a photo of the MTV studio for her kids. “They wanted me to be there at a certain time so I could get on a taping of Total Request Live. I had to tell them it wasn’t possible. I don’t think I would have fit New Eaton Dairy Agent approved Phillip Taylor, formerly of Conneautville, Pa., has been appointed by Michigan State University as agricultural an natural resources agent in Eaton County, effective Oct. 8. His expertise is dairy. Taylor received his bache­ lor’s degree in dairy produc­ tion from Pennsylvania State University and worked five and one-half years as a County Extension agent in Pennsylvania. He also has experience as a dairy farm manager and worked as a feed sales consultant with Conneautville Farmer Exchange. This position will serve the dairy industry’s educa­ tional needs in Eaton, Barry and Calhoun Counties. Taylor is joined by his wife, Laurie, and their four children. Making the trip to New York were (back row) Glenna Thorne, Jill (no last name pro­ vided), Marcia Grant (front row) Sharlot sours, Denise Hansen, Judy Tuckey, Lindsay Pettigel, Lori Pettigel, Jennie Pettigel, Jeanie Hansen and Mary White. in with that group anyway!” On the last morning in New York, the ladies watched the outdoor filming segment of NBC’s “Today” show. Lindsay Pettingill was sure she got on camera standing behind Jack Ford while he was talking to his TV audience. Tuckey is planning the trip for next summer to New Orleans in July 2000. “A lot of walking is expected so you’ need to get into shape before you go. There are a few extras, you carry your own luggage and you must be flexible travel­ ing with a group. 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(VL-49 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 26,1999 - Page 4 Mildred E. Treloar (Elisha) Raymond Franks farmer and was a Past Master of the Maple Leaf Grange. He attended Kalamo United Methodist Church and enjoyed his cottage on Middle Lake, fishing and fanning. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Belva, Emerson, and Duane Franks. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; sons, Virgil (Kathy) Franks of Bellevue, and Robert (Barbara) Franks of VERMONTVILLE (Elisha) Raymond Franks, age 84, of Vermontville, passed away Tuesday, October 19, 1999 at his home. He was bom May 25, 1915, the son of Elisha E. & Rosa (Schaeffer) Franks in Portland, Indiana. He attended North and South Kalamo Country Schools and married Dorothy Pease on February 25, 1938 in Bellevue. He was a life long Vermontville; grandchildren, Andrew Franks, Robert L. Franks, Lisa Mahan, and Daniel Franks; eight great grandchildren. Funeral Services were held Friday, October 22, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Burial was at Hillside Cemetery, Kalamo Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Society. John Edward Coppess SUNFIELD - John Edward Coppess, age 89, of Sunfield, passed away Sunday, October 17, 1999 at Altera Clare/Bridge Assisted Living Center in Lansing. He was bom on December 28, 1909 in Waterman, Illinois, the son of George A. and Mae E. (Gallup) Coppess Reahm. Mr. Coppess lived in the Sunfield area nearly all his life. He was a graduate of Sunfield High School in 1930. John owned and worked his own farm. He was preceded in death by his father, George A. Coppess in 1953; mother, Mae (Gallup) Coppess Reahm in 1983; special grandfather, John S. Daniel Alan Bumstead------GRAND RAPIDS Daniel Alan Bumstead, age 38, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Monday, October 18, 1999 at Metropolitan Hospital in Grand Rapids. He was bom on June 13, 1961 in Suffield, Ohio, the son of Clifford W. and Dorothy A. (Adams) Bumstead. Dan worked at Lowell Engineering for the past three years. He enjoyed Beetle Bug cars, and camping. Dan is survived by his father and mother, Clifford W. Bumstead of Irons, and Dorothy A. Bumstead of Sunfield; two brothers, Timothy Bumstead of Comstock Park and David (Linda) Bumstead of Kent City; one sister, Sara (Bill) Hildebrant of Sunfield; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Friday, October 22, 1999 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel in Sunfield, Reverend Brian Sheen of the Sunfield United Methodist Church officiated. Interment took place at the East Sebewa Cemetery. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the family’s wishes in memory of Daniel Alan Bumstead. Gallup in 1938; sisters, Lucy Coppess in 1917; Ruth Coppess in 1925; George M. brothers, Coppess in 1980 and Charles S. Coppess in 1977. Mr. Coppess is survived by his wife, Myrtie of 64 years of Sunfield; four children, Betty (Jack M.) Smith of Sunfield, Doris (Darrell) Bell of Sunfield, Ruth Ann (Ronald) Fuller of Houston, Texas, & Jack E. (Betty Lee) Coppess of Toledo, Ohio; ten grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; two sisters, Adelaide (Raymond) Dalton of Lake Odessa, and Dorothy Steward of Lake Odessa. Funeral Services were held Wednesday, October 20, 1999 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel, Sunfield. Revered Brian Sheen of the Sunfield United Methodist Church officiated. Interment was at the Sunfield Cemetery. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Treatment & Research in memory of John E. Coppess. Mature drivers, it's our policy to save you money. hen you insure your car with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money! Statistics show that mature drivers experience fewer, less-costly accidents, allowing us to pass the savings on to you. Contact us today, and let us earn your loyalty through our quality service and products at “No Problem” prices! tAuto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 7A& No ProfrfayP&jpf!^ TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 CHARLOTTE Mildred E. Treloar, age 95, of Charlotte, passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 1999 in Charlotte. Mrs. Treloar was bom on May 29, 1904 in Eaton County, the daughter of Thomas and Cecile (Rolfe) Wyble. She worked at WilcoxGay and was part owner of the Al & Bill’s Store in Charlotte and later baby-sat for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Treloar, son, Thomas Treloar; and brother, Clayton Wyble. Mrs. Treloar is survived by her son, Nyle (Joan) Treloar of Hastings; daughter-in-law, Jean of Treloar Lansing; grandchildren, Terry Treloar of Canada, Michael Treloar of Vermontville, Nancy Bergy of Leslie, Thomas Treloar of Mason, Jeanean Pratt of Lansing, Lee Treloar of Nashville, Paul Treloar of Frogmore, South Carolina, Christina Acevedo of Bronson, Florida, and sixteen great­ grandchildren; two brothers, Ted Wyble of Lansing, Robert Wyble of Vermontville and a sister, Lois Rich of Eaton Rapids; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Friday, October 22, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home. Reverend Rich Mitterling officiated. Interment took place at Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo. Michael Lee Tabb DELTON Michael Lee Tabb, age 53, of Delton and formerly of Lake Odessa, passed away on Sunday, October 17, 1999 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Mr. Tabb was bom on August 31, 1946 in Midland, the son of Edward H. and Glenna M. (Selmon) Tabb. He was raised in the Midland area and attended Midland schools, graduating in 1964 from Midland High School. Mr. Tabb was employed as a four-color pressman engaged in commercial printing during his working life. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing and trapping. He was married to Stella M. Cheeks on September 10, 1966, they moved to the Delton area in 1998 from Lake Odessa. Mr. Tabb was preceded in death by his mother, and a brother, James Tabb. He is survived by his Jacqueline Rose Stuart— ZEELAND Jacqueline Rose Stuart, infant daughter of David & Teresa Stuart of Zeeland, (Teresa formerly of Hastings), passed away Saturday, October 16, 1999. She is safe in the arms of Jesus, but Loved & remembered by her parents; grandparents, John & Laura Amalio of Nashville, Michigan, David & Thelma Stuart of Fruitport; great grandparents, Dorothy Coulter & Earl Weber of Kentwood and Josephine Amalio off Nashville, Michigan; her loving brother’s, Zachary & Joseph, and her sister, Gabrielle. Along with all the lives she unknowingly blessed by her brief life with us. Services to celebrate her Life were held on Thursday, October 21, 1999 at Resurrection Life Church in Grand Haven. She was laid to rest in Baby Land at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the Family Life Center in Allendale. wife, Stella; two daughters, Malissa (Vemard) Bailey of Lake Odessa, and Sheila Tabb of Middleville; one son, Christopher Tabb of Shelbyville; five grandchildren; father, Edward Tabb of Midland; two brothers, Charles Tabb of Midland and Edward S. Tabb of Australia. Funeral services were held on Friday, October 22, 1999 at The Living Gospel Church in Lake Odessa with Pastor Harly Koehn officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Funeral arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Josephine Barnhart----------NASHVILLE Josephine Barnhart, age 81, of Nashville, passed away on Sunday, October 17, 1999 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She was bom on April 27, 1918 in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of Valentine and Eva (Czajkowska) Pietrzniak. Josephine married Robert Barnhart in Hastings on March 31, 1981 and was a homemaker. She enjoyed her grandchildren, fishing, gardening, and playing Bingo. She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters: Mary Ziegler, Jean Moore, and brothers: Frank and George Petchnik. Josephine is survived by her husband, Robert; stepdaughters, Kay Sprague of Lyons, Georgia, and Eva (Thomas) Richards of Middleville; stepson, Robert Fillingham of Rutland Township; grandchildren: Michael and James Tumes, Sherri Dawson, Teresa Potter, Ben Fillingham, and Tammy Flurry, and many great-grandchildren. There will be no visitation. A private service will be held. Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo Township. Funeral arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. 140 3UUIM MAIN dlKttl dlK VERMONTVILLE MICHIGAN VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGA 49096 REAL ESTATE AUCTION LOCATED at 171 N. Main, Vermontville, Ml on: Friday, Nov. 12 • 12:30 PM Nice, two bedroom home located on a large lot with full base­ ment and garage. Great starter, retirement or rental property! OPEN HOUSES: Wednesday, Nov. 3 - 4:00-5:30 and Sunday, Nov. 7 - 1:00-2:30. Call for a flyer! A LT IE SWIFT, Owner ALSO LICENSED IN INDIANA & OHIO (517) 726-0181 ennail stantons@voyager.net www.stantons-auctions.com Fax: (517) 726-0060 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 26, 1999 - Page 5 Margaret Bethel Ainsworth VERMONTVILLE Margaret Bethel Ainsworth, age 80, of Vermontville, passed away Tuesday, October 19, 1999 in Lowell. Mrs. Ainsworth was bom in Nashville, on December 28, 1918, the daughter of Lester N. and Lillian (Varney) Beach. She had been a member of the Band Boosters, Kalamo Birthday Club, Vermontville Womens Club, and had been a 4-H leader and enjoyed scrapbooking and cooking. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin in June 1991; and daughter-in-law, Lorie in August 1991. She is survived by her Barbara S. Morris VERMONTVILLE • Barbara S. Morris, age 63, of Vermontville, passed away on Monday, October 18, 1999 in Lansing. She had been a lifelong area resident of Eaton County; graduate of the Grand Ledge High School class of 1954; a former 4­ H Leader and helped her husband Jonnie farm for the past forty-four years. She was preceded in death by one son, Michael in 1974. Mrs. Morris is survived by her husband, Jonnie of forty-four years; two daughters, Debra (Mike) Martin of Charlotte and Sherry (Michael) Jansen of Forest Grove, Oregon; seven grandchildren, Monisa, Michael, Matthew, Andrew and Kristen Martin; Matthew and Christopher Jansen; parents, Edwin and Lena DeLamater of Grand Ledge; three sisters, Diana (Robert) Nourse and Kathryn (Robert) Havens all of Wacousta, Cynthia (William) Larsen of Grand Ledge; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Thursday, October 21, 1999 at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home in Grand Ledge. Interment took place at the Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. For those desiring, contributions to the Sparrow Neuro I.C.U. or to the Gift of Life would be greatly appreciated. Envelopes available at the funeral home. GOOD USED Lawn & Garden EQUIPMENT under$2000 Year/Brand/Model/Descriptlon: □ 1970 JD 140 48” deck. □ 1983 JD 185 46” deck. □ 1987 JD 185 46” deck. □ 1992 JD LX 172 38” deck, bagger included. □ 1995 JD LX 172 42" deck (new). □ 1991 JD LX 176 38" deck. □ Bolens Articulate 16 hp. twin, 38" mower. □ Ransome Jaguar Front mount, 18 hp., 60” deck. □ 1989 Ingersol/Case 3016 16 hp., 44” deck, hydro. 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Interment was at Lakeside Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Vermontville Public Library. Three students suspended after ‘hit list’ found in hall by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Three Maple Valley High School students have been suspended in connection with a "hit list" found taped to a hallway wall. The note, found by a staff member late in the af­ ternoon on Friday, Oct. 8, reportedly threatened danger or death to 11 specific students and staff. Officials said part of the note read, "You will all die on Oct. 31..." Those named on the list were not notified, and this Lloyd J. Eaton CHARLOTTE - Lloyd J. Eaton, age 82, of Charlotte, passed away October 23, 1999. Lloyd was bom August 15, 1917 in Flint, the son of George W. and Julia (Hempstead) Eaton. Lloyd lived most of his life in the Eaton County area and worked on the WPA and was a farmer during the depression. He also worked at Eaton Manufacturing of Battle Creek to support the war effort during World War n. Lloyd was a realtor, real estate developer, builder, auctioneer, and insurance agent. During his business career he developed five subdivisions, constructed well in excess of 1,200 homes, built the Medical Office Building at Hayes Green Beach Hospital and the American Legion Hall in Charlotte, and helped many first time home buyers in the Charlotte area purchase a new home with little or no down payment. Lloyd was a past member of Kiwanis, Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, Michigan National Bank Board of Directors, the Hayes Green Beach Hospital Board of Directors and the Tri­ County Planning Commission. Lloyd was also past president of the Barry-Eaton Board of Realtors and Vermontville Syrup Festival, and was a current member of the Lodge #120 Free and Accepted Masons, and Sarasota Shrine Club and Saladen Temple, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Grand Rapids. Lloyd was the seventh of eight children and is preceded in death by his sister, Lucy; brothers, Howard, Albem, George, Roy, Charles Louis; son, Allen; and son-in-law, Kenneth. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Frances Helen (Welshon) Eaton; brother, Robert (Louise) Eaton; son, Lloyd James Eaton III grandchildren, Kenneth (Andrea) Patrick, Earlene (Terry) King, Curtis (Shawn) Patrick, Rebecca Newland, Aaron Newland, and Anthony Avitable; and six great grandchildren, Melissa Beede, Travis Malvin, Jesse and Sean Patrick, Caitlin and Eric King and very special friends, Valerie Palmer, Beth Thomas, and Rebecca Lake. Services will be held at Pray Funeral Home, with Reverend Z. William Colson officiating of Charlotte at 2:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 27, 1999. The family will receive visitors from 3:00-5:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 26, 1999. 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Volz said he has heard from one prosecutor who said that it was not a criminal offense. Volz said the school is taking the note seriously as a violation of the intimidation/harrasment policy at Maple Valley. Volz said that because of the time the note was dis­ covered that the students did not need to be evacuated from the school, as most were leaving and getting on Recreation SNOWMOBILE: 1996 Ski­ Doo Formula STX-583. Looks & runs great! Lots ofextras! Call for details, $2,850, 948-0502 WANT QUALITY PRINT­ ING AT AFFORDABLE PRICES Call J-Ad Graphics at 616-945-9554 buses already that day. Volz said he did not know the exact date of sus­ pension for the three youths. Athletic Director/Assistant Principal Rick Arnett who is part of a "dis­ cipline team at the high school" refused to give in­ formation on the date of suspension, instead referring all inquiries to Volz.. "This is really based on students and the choices they make," said Volz. "We do our best, concerning their safety... I don't think (the students) realized how sig­ nificant this was. Our schools are now like air­ ports, things that were once joked about are now taken very seriously. It's impor­ tant that we handle this in respect to all the students, including those involved." Volz said the investiga­ tion is ongoing, and they are not ruling out the possi­ bility that there may be other students involved. School liaison officer Dar Leaf of the Barry County Sherriffs office is aiding in the investigation, Volz said. When asked if the school would take special precau­ tions on Nov. 1, a day after the threat, Volz said the school takes precautions ev­ ery day and would continue to do so. Maple Valley Arms Apartments 100 - 106 Lentz • Nashville, MI 49073 Now Accepting Applications 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Stove and Refrigerator furnished. Subsidized. For application, phone... 852-0852 or 852-0760 517-852-9628 TTY 1800-649-3777 MI RELAY CENTER - VOICE/TTY EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ( �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 26,1999 - Page 6 Alternative ed kids help stock South African library grams involved, including Potterville, Holt and East Lansing Alternative Educa­ tion, among others. a fair amount of children's books and that will be our first shipment," said Mix. He added that the books will be shipped by mail and churches and service groups are being approached to help with the cost of sending the bundles. Mix said that as a mem­ ber of the Regional Alterna­ tive Teaching Association, he has gotten other, pro- by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley Alternative Education is collecting books to stock a library in Dennilton, South Africa. Principal Tate Mix said he heard of the need for books from Nashville resi­ dent Ron Bracey, who was back home for a short while this summer. "He told me that villagers took him to their new li­ brary, and although the building was just finished, the library did not have any books — it was an empty room. So he asked me if my kids would be interested in adopting this library," said Mix. "I approached the kids and they wanted to do it, and from there we got the ball rolling," he said. The alternative education students are collecting En­ glish language books for all age groups including text­ books, novels, children's books, and romance. "We have already received "The kids are really ex­ cited about helping them get their dream of a library off the ground," said Mix. "It teaches lessons about helping those with less than we have, and also about world geography." Call 852-9794 for more details. Vermontville clerk quits after 15 years by Shawna Hubbdrth StaffWriter Sharon Stewart, Ver­ montville Village Clerk for the last 15 years, has ten­ dered her resignation effec­ tive Nov. 1. Stewart is leaving the vil­ lage after being offered a job at River Bend Travel in Hastings. A special meeting to take up the matter was set for Monday, Oct. 25. The Vermontville Village coun­ cil has recently set in mo­ tion steps to change the vil­ lage charter to have the clerk appointed rather than elected. Council members had hoped that the change and a renegotation of salary might persuade Stewart to stay on as clerk. "I've enjoyed working with all the elected officials and employees of the vil­ lage over the years," said Stewart. "But I just wanted to move on to something different and exciting. It's time for a change." NOTICE Trick or Treat Hours in the Village of Vermontville will be Sunday, Oct. 31, 5:30 pm - 3:00 pm Vermontville Village Council Womeprqjejctss iss PRESSURE TREATED LUMBER AMERICA’S CABINETMAKER Cabinets Guardian Fiberglass Sil Si Insulation Celotex fvfW ]) Insulation £omc nome.to AWWAnderse ersen. 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On the ensuing kickoff, Cole hauled it in at his own eight yard line and ran it back 92 yards for the touchdown and then added the two point conversion just for good measure. Just like that it was 20-7 and the crowd just seemed to know that all was right for at least another week. That doesn't mean Portland believed' it, believed however, as Foltz continued to thread the needle through the Lion pass defense. He marched his troops right back down the field in only eight plays, surviving two crucial penalties along the way. The score came on a 19- yard strike to the comer of the end zone to Abbott. Altemueller's kick made it 20- 14. Maple Valley started the next drive on its own 35 and this time it took a dozen plays before Cole slid around the end for a 13-yard touchdown. In that series the Lions did pass once, a 13 yard screen pass to Cole to set up the score. Just to show it could be done, Lackscheide then threw to Nathan Swift for the two point conversion. Portland got its next points on a 12 play, 74-yard drive, capped by a six-yard touchdown run by Martin at the 8:14 mark in the fourth quarter. But the Lions continued to use the clock to perfection, going 42 yards in nine plays. Cole again provided the final six yards and Lackscheide hit VanAlstine for the two point conversion. That score left the Raiders with too many points and too few minutes to overcome. They did score again, but this time staying mainly on Maple Valley Lions 9-0, 6-0 in the SMAA Maple Valley 8, Union City 0 Maple Valley 29, Morrice 6 Maple Valley 32, Olivet 17 Maple Valley 47, Leslie 8 Maple Valley 24, Bellevue 6 Maple Valley 55, Webberville 0 •Maple Valley 31, Dansville 0 Maple Valley 20, Williamston 14 Maple Valley 36, Portland 28 • Secured SMAA title outright. Lions have had four undefeated varsity football seasons in the 90s and won seven league championships during that span. the ground, sacrificing the one thing they did not have, time, on a nine play, 71yard drive that ended with only 1:43 left in the game. Portland did get the ball back with 37 second left and tried in desperation to tie the score, but their effort was stopped quickly and decisively when Eric Goris batted a Foltz pass into the night air and then picked it off. Lackscheide then had only to go to his knee on the final play to run out the clock. On defense, Jeff Rhoades led the charge with 14 tackles and Tim Wawiemia added 11 bone crushers. The Lions will now take their 9-0 record into the playoffs, hoping that mark will enable them to host at least a first round game. "We won't have any idea until Sunday," Mittelstaedt said after the game, "but we are hoping that by going undefeated we can host at least one game." The Lions went to the Silverdome two years ago and Mittelstaedt, who has a career mark of 113-36 as head coach of the Lions, would like nothing better than to take his team their again. WEIGHT LOSE SUPPORT GROUP AKO CLASS Who: Herbal Health Care Systems Where: 695 S. Mason Road, Nashville, Ml 49073 When: Every Tuesday Time: 6:00 Call 517-852-2541 for directions PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Village of Nashville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on November 2, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. Subject: Minor changes to the Zoning Ordinance Chapter XII, F-1 Flood Plain District (sections 12.02 and 12.04a) as required by Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. Full copies can be read at the Village Office. Written comments can be submit­ ted to the Village Office before the public hearing. 100 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, October 26,1999 — Page 7 Lions to host Eagles in first round of playoffs Here are the pairings for the 1999 Michigan High School Athletic Association Football Playoffs in Division 6 which begin with pre-district play Oct. 29-30. The State finals will be played at the Pontiac Silverdome Nov. 26-27: Division 6 Region 1 District 1 West Iron County (6-3) at Iron Mountain (9-0) Ishpeming (6-3) at Gwinn (7-2) District 2 Rogers City (6-3) at Leroy Pine River (9-0) Harbor Springs (8-1) at Whittmore-Prescott (7-2) Region 2 District 1 Farwell (6-3) at Clare (7-2) Ithaca (6-3) at Carson City Crystal (7-2) District 2 Holiday FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604.__________________ ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. 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Cochran, Charlotte, Ml 48813 EOE 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 26,1999 - Page 9 Maplewood kids learn about Egyptian history ESP? There was mind reading going on in Josh Meersma's class last week. Meersma has challenged all his students to find out how he and Amy Joostbems can read each others minds. While she goes into the hallway, students pick an object. When she comes back in Meersma asks her to identify the object and she's gotten it right every time, he said. The quest for the answer continues... by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Egyptians, mummies, tombs and treasures were on the minds of Susan Luyendyk's students at Maplewood last week. The class created pyra­ mids based on stories read about the structures. Students had to include the four traditional cham­ bers — the ante, the trea­ sure, the annex, and the burial chambers. "Each room held special stuff," said student Jenna Denton."! think it was fas­ cinating to learn about Egypt and how things worked with them. Woodland handledby M.V. gridders Maple Valley's fourth and fifth grade football team traveled to Woodland Oct. 9 hoping to improve its 4-0 record and they did just that, 30-0. Justin McMillon took the opening kickoff and returned it 22 yards to put the offense in good position. Ptai In Sf ® Ctflta. Miifeh 'M JIMI ■ StrtviBKliujt iWk ijittoj. slkt fiwfcfe ijk ta^all!’. tnW. heDojHouse < '/ Pet Glooming lifcMteH a^Mil®^ Cousino Gets Hole-in-One... Ron Cousino, of Pennfield, aced the 15th hole at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course using a seven wood and a Top Flight No. 3. It was first ever hole-in-one. (Photo provided) Steven Tait led all rushers with 127 yards on 14 carries and scored two touchdowns. Austin Bodenmuller picked up 47 yards on seven carries and also reached pay dirt on two occasions. Jake Myers collected 32 yards on 11 attempts and added two 2-point conversions. Myers also connected with Andrew Ashcraft on a 20-yard aerial that resulted in a score. Ashcraft ended the day with 29 yards on six carries and had a 2-point conversion. The Lions defense showed Woodland plenty and did not allow them to score. Ashcraft led the way with 10 tackles and one interception, Myers, McMillon and Max Wilson each had 5 tackles. Wilson also recovered a Woodland fumble. Tait and Jon Stevens each collected 4 bone crushers. Devon Meade, John Sutfin and Jarred Goris made 3 tackles apiece. Goris also had a sack. Bodenmuller, Kory Starks, Josh Stafford and Tony Corwin also contributed to the defensive effort. Wanted Shane Shance, (back row, left) Jenna Denton, Sarah Trumble (front row, left) and Leanne Paxton display their pyramids. Nashville Lions host district governor Lions District Governor Roy Curtis met with the Nashville Lions Club at its regular dinner meeting, Monday, Oct. 18. Curtis’ governorship cov­ ers six counties and 51 Lions Clubs in Michigan. He spoke to the local Lions about the theme of all clubs for the 1999-2000 year, “A new century of service through vision and action.” To accomplish the theme, he said four “ships” are needed: membership, leader­ ship, fellowship, and part­ nership, which went along with his personal goals for Lions which included increased membership, in­ creased community involve­ ment, increased public awareness of Lions pro­ grams, and increased youth involvement. He also pointed out that the Lions Club is the largest service organization, prais­ ing the Leader Dog program, CRAFTERS NEEDED for Caledonia Band 2000craft show on November 20th. Call Barb at 616-891-9587. GET MORE NEWS! Sub­ scribe to the Hastings Banner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Ph. 616-945-9554 Farm AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 For Sale Auto Burt Cards Ace... Brian Burt, 15, recently scored a hole-in-one on the 17th hole at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course. Burt was using a P.W. Top Flight XL. His achievement was witnessed by Nick Burpee. Burt, of Nashville, is a member of the Maple Valley High School golf team and he tallied a round of 34 on that day. Another recent ace at Mulberry Fore was achieved by Mike Clemons, of Hastings. Clemons had a hole-in-one on the 196-yard third hole. He was using a six iron and a Top Flight 2000. It was first ever ace. (Photo provided) 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $11,000OBO. 948­ 0502 District Gov. Roy and Mary Curtis the Michigan Eye Bank pro­ gram, and encouraged the local group members to keep up their efforts of good works. In other business, President David Mace pre­ sented perfect attendance awards to Jim Carl, Herb Frith, Blair Hawblitz, Joh Hughes, John Moore, Cai Pufpaff, Norm Stantor Gary Arnold and himse! Lincoln Gorsuch was name Lion of the Month fc November and Gary Amol was named Lion of th Month for December. Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry county Area Newspapers • Reminder • Weekender • Maple Valley News • Lakewood News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! , National Ads HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ 3085 Ext.#1400 24hrs. 1952 N. Broadway • P.O. Box 188 Hastings,Michigan 49058 Ph. 616 / 945-9554 • Fax 616 / 945-5192 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 26,1999 - Page 10 7th-grade eagers bounce Bellevue, split with Olivet Maple Valley’s seventh grade girls basketball team defeated Bellevue Oct. 6 30­ 21 with solid third and fourth quarters. Amy Strickland had 6 points, 3 rebounds and 3 steals, Kailey Smith 6 points, 3 rebounds’ and 2 steals, Lacey Wiser 4 points, 3 rebounds, 6 steals and a blocked shot, Tessa Robles 4 points, a rebound and a blocked shot, Kortney Ewing 2 points, 2 rebounds­ and 7 steals, Krista Driksna 2 points and 4 rebounds, Kelsey Elliston 2 points, 2 rebounds and a blocked shot, Hirneiss 2 points, 2 rebounds, a blocked shot and 5 steals, Amanda Mead a point, a board, 2 steals and a blocked shot and Laura Trumble with a point, a rebound and a steal. Maple Valley traveled to Olivet Oct. 11 and split a pair of league games. In the first game, the A squad won 28-8. With balanced scoring from its HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - starters, Olivet never recovered after the first quarter. Wiser had 8 points and 19 boards, Ewing 8 points and 6 rebounds, Elliston 6 points and 4 caroms, Kristin Mead 2 points and 3 rebounds, Root 2 points and 3 boards, Cowell 2 points and 2 rebounds and Robles 6 rebounds. In the second game, the B squad came up a little short of victory, 26-20. Cassie Hirneiss led the Lions with 10 points, 4 rebounds and 4 steals, Strickland 2 points, 8 rebounds and 3 steals, Driksna 2 points, 3 boards and a steal, Amanda Mead 2 points, 4 rebounds, Lawless 2 points, a rebound and a steal, McMillen 2 points, a rebound and a steal and Trumble 2 rebounds and a steal. Smith led all board cleaners with 11. Maple Valley is 8-2 overall and 7-1 in the conference with three games to play. cobs Help Wanted PART-TIMETELLERS: Are you responsible and accurate? Have you a background in gen­ eral Bookkeeping, Mathematics, office machines or computers? Do you enjoy working with the public? If so, chances are you would enjoy being a part ofour TELLER TEAM. 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The cross country season continued for the Maple Valley teams with the 11team Bellevue Invitational. The Lions' boys placed sixth, but the times and places were not available. The boys' race was won by Allendale. The Lady Lions' received a third place trophy. Concord was the winning team. Pacing the Lady Lions were Cassady Murphy with a ninth place finish, Hayley Todd who was 13th, Carissa Keasler in 18th, Terilyn VanOrder in 19th, Michelle Silsbee in 23rd and Camille Wieland in 31st. On Oct. 16 the Lansing ran in the Greater Lansing Invitational held in Grand Ledge. The event invites 30 schools in the Lansing area of all enrollment sizes to compete. There were 200 runners in each the boys and the girls race. On the boys' side, Ken Rhodes was 109th in 18:30, Ryan Emerick took 115th in 18:38, Justin Sealy was 164th in 19:40 and Michael Hamilton took 187th in 20; 12. Each of the Lady Lions achieved season best times. 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Ad#.48O2 To renew, change, cancel or ask any questions, call our customer service representa­ tives at 1-716-633-3209. Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.). Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville. N.Y. 14221 RM. GL 1025 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 26,1999 - Page 12 Sand art part of study of ancient peoples Meghan Gaber shows her New Providence project. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Patti Braun's class at Maplewood learned the technique of sand art last week Students created works of art using glue, colored sand and paper in the fashion of ancient art of the Mayans, Incas and Aztecs. The students agreed the artwork was "cool." Braun said the project was part of an overview, and that the ancient soci­ eties will be studied in depth next year. Across the hall, teacher Amy Smith was directing children on their own Amy Smith's class holds their completed New Providence projects. unique project. Students have recently read the story, "The New Providence," which is the tale of a city throughout a century and how the city changes with time. The story leaves off in the eighties, and the students were assigned to finish the story and create their own version of the town and what it would look like in 1999. "I've done this project before," said Smith, "but these were some of the most creative I have seen." Patti Braun's class holds their sand art papers. La Leche League to meet La Leche League will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, at 5777 Irish Road, Vermontville. The name of La Leche is Spanish and means “the milk.” A non-sectarian, non­ profit organization, La Leche League’s purpose is to offer encouragement, infor­ mation and support to women wanting to breast­ feed their babies. During meetings, the group informally discusses different phases of breast­ feeding. The topic for this month’s meeting will be “The Advantages of Breastfeeding to Mother and Baby.” Call 517-726-1264 for directions. All women who are inter­ ested in breastfeeding are invited, as are their babies. The group also has a lending library with topics on preg­ nancy, childbirth, breast­ feeding, child development, and nutrition. For further information about La Leche or help with breastfeeding call Kathy Othmer at 726-1264. Country Style Ribs 5# & Up, From Chuck, Lean Hamburger Stew Beef I IGA 16 Oz., American Cheese Singles Lesser Amts $1.39 Lb. HOneY 14-18 Oz., Post 2 Liters Honeycomb 7»Up 99 sssssssssssssssssss: LaChoy 42 Oz., Beef or Chicken Chow Mein sn99 + Dep. COMPLETE PROCESSING Ph 72646M Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday ssssssmsmssssssssssssssssss3ssssgsg£ss£gt»ss$?sg?!mit^g T � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-11-02.pdf 95270c17c58a25a5c378710db8d25571 PDF Text Text ^POSTAGE paid Ml 4905g Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 44/November 2,1999 Citizens’ advisory group doesn’t have enough to do Shirley Harmon appointed clerk in Vermontville by Shawna Hubbarth StafF Writer The Vermontville Village Council has appointed a new clerk, Shirley Hannon, at a special meeting last week. Former Clerk Sharon Stewart has stepped down after 15 years to take a job with River Bend Travel in Hastings. At a separate meeting, council members decided to keep the clerk's position elected at the polls instead of appointed because they were not sure they had money in the budget for in­ creased salary and benefits. The council had been con-, sidering changing the vil­ lage charter on the matter. Harmon was born in Vermontville, and has been a resident of the village for Shirley Harmon 43 years. She has worked as a receptionist in a doctor's office, and in insurance. She currently sits on the Library Board as the treasurer. Harmon said she is look­ ing forward to the new job as clerk. "I am hoping to help the people... I know a lot ofthe people here, but there are many people who are mov­ ing into town." by Shawna Hubbarth StafF Writer The Nashville Village Council is mulling over a request from the Citizens Advisory Committee for a new project to work on. Council member Frank Dunham told the council last Thursday night that the committee is starting to feel affronted that they have not been given a project. "They have been asking for a project (and budget) for three months now," said Dunham. Council members didn't seem to have many ideas. "We don't really have much for them to do right now," said Bonnie White. "Maybe they could present us with some ideas..." Dunham said the commit­ tee did not want to waste time on an idea that the council would not approve of. White and Steve Wheeler talked about the possibility of planning more commu­ nity events like the fire open house or the hayride, which they say were well received. "Maybe a Christmas party, or winter parade," they suggested. White also noted the council could not give a budget before the project was approved. "That's putting the buggy before the horse," she said. In other business Thurs­ day night, the council: • Heard from Dunham that the hayride for village children and families went well. "We had a light turnout, but with the weather the way it was it was a good turnout," he said. "We heard a lot of positive com­ ments... I wish the weather was better. I think more people would have come out. As it was, about 50 people showed up. • Learned from Dunham that he met with the Library Board and the village will be making some repairs to the library. • Agreed to move the Nov. 25 council meeting to Tuesday, Nov. 23, because of the Thanksgiving holi­ day. • Adopted Ordinance 102899, (copies available at the village office). • Learned from Wheeler that the Department of Pub­ lic Works hopes to have a proposal for the water pro­ ject in the village in November. See contract talks, pg. 6 School contract talks still don’t bear fruit by Shawna Hubbarth StafF Writer Contract talks between bargaining teams representing employees of Maple Valley Schools and the Board of Education haven't been able to produce a set­ tlement yet. The two sides have been meeting since May in an at­ tempt to negotiate two con­ tracts to replace those that expired on June 30. One of A television crew and concerned parents wait patently for the school board to render a decision on the punishment for the three boys who created a hit list. Maple Valley teens expelled for ‘hit list by Shawna Hubbarth and Shelly Sulser StafF Writers Three Maple Valley High School students were ex­ pelled by the Board of Edu­ cation Monday night (Oct. 25) for creating a "hit list" that was discovered taped to the high school hallway Oct. 8. The twol6-year-old and onel5-year-old boys, one from Vermontville and two from Nashville, were given the right to petition for re­ enrollment for the 2000-01 school year. The list threatened 11 students and staff, including only because the school's li­ aison officer, Dar Leaf, is two top administrators in the school. The bottom of also certified as an Eaton County Deputy and works the note read, "You all shall in the Maple Valley School die on Oct. 31!" District. No criminal charges will Though he declined fur­ be sought by police authori­ ties or prosecutors in Eaton ther comment, stating that Superintendent Clark Volz or Barry Counties. is fielding all questions on "No crime was commit­ ted," said Barry County the matter, a copy of Leafs report was obtained through Undersheriff Don Ford. "The only person it is the Freedom of Information against the law to threaten Act. The report revealed that without the actual means to the three boys confessed to carry it out is the President concocting the note as a ofthe United States." Ford explained that his See hit list, page 8 department became involved the contracts covers nearly 100 teachers. The other cov­ ers about 70 support per­ sonnel, which includes em­ ployees in custodial/maintenance, food ser­ vice, mechanic, paraprofes­ sional, secretarial and trans­ portation classifications. To date, the teams have reached agreement on only two teachers' contract is­ sues. These agreements are to remove language from the old contract related to parking at the Kellogg Building, and both parties agree that the first marking period ended on Oct. 29. A statement from a press release from the Maple Val­ ley Education Association (MVEA) compared wages between teachers in the Maple Valley School dis­ trict and those in Potter­ ville. The press release stated that a teacher with a master's degree and 12 years of service receives $3,895 less than a teacher in Pot­ terville with the same quali­ fications. Superintendent Clark Volz, who is on the bargaining team with David Hershey and Pam Kihn, said this discrepancy comes from the fact that Potter­ ville's foundation grants from the state are different from Maple Valley's and so the pay scales will "un­ doubtedly be different." Which is to say that the school receives less money per student than Potterville and that is why the salaries are different. But the MVEA is quick to point out that the founda­ tion grant from the State of Michigan has increased from $4,200 for the 1994­ 95 school year to $5,638 for this school .year. That's slightly more than 34 per­ cent over six years. The MVEA charged in the press release that though the building size has increased greatly at the schools, the work force to clean and maintain those buildings was only in­ creased by three half-time custodians. One of the cus? todial issues at the bargain­ ing table is the desire to have uniforms provided by the district. The board re­ sponded that they were will­ ing to provide three shirts, which the employees would have to keep clean and wear daily. Additionally, the press release stated, the em­ ployees would have to agree to the removal of every job description in the contract. "We are happy to provide uniforms," said Volz. "In the negotiation process there is always give and take." "We did hire three half­ time custodians and we are awaiting the results of an assessment from a consul­ tant on the subject of staffing custodial needs. In This Issue... • Comedy to be performed at high school Nov. 18-20 • Maplewood students rake leaves for special project • Senior citizens enjoy night out with Lions • Lions’ second half burst topples Olivet in playoffs �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 2,1999 - Page 2 Comedy to be performed at high school Nov. 18-20 by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The high school will per­ form "The Man Who Came to Dinner," a three act com­ edy, at 7 p.m. Friday, Sat­ urday and Sunday, Nov. 18, 19, and 20. Tickets are $3 and available at the door. The play was written by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman, produced by per­ mission by Dramatists Play Service. "We have 35 cast mem­ bers, 10 on the tech crew," said Director Norma Jean Acker. "We have lots of ex­ perience and a lot ofnew ac­ tors." Acker said the story re­ volves around a famous critic and wit who finds himself confined for six weeks in the home of the Stanley family in Ohio, much to his chagrin. He soon turns the family life and routine into a topsy turvy mess. Acker said the comedy is set in the 1940s and the cast is making every effort to keep it in period. "Its a really fun show," she said. "Hastings is doing a drama by the same au­ thors. They are well known and respected." Cast members include Christina Jackson, Annie Carney, Mike Mead, Gwen McDougal, Andrew Krolik, Jessica Hummel, Shiloh Beals, Carrie Balko, Craig Harvey, Kimberly Knoll, Nate Jarvie, Jason Carrigan, Julia Draper, Jared Volz, Lizzie Sundrla, Ray Hole, Paul Felder, Erin Baker, Ashley Gardner, Becky Guernsey, Richie Wilson, Levi McIntire, Becky Wil­ son, Bethany Adams, Sayaka Nemoto, Kristen Vanderhoef, Melissa Nisse, Beth Mulvany, Elizabeth Lincoln, Christy Cook, The cast members of "The Man Who Came to Dinner." 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Corner ol Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11a.m. P.M. Worship........... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .............................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road(1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School................... 10 a.m. A.M. Senrice .............. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service......................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class ................ 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of.Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship ................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School......................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Senrice................................. 7 Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship........................... 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 11 a.m. S.unday Schoo W.orship......... .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ............... 9 a.m.. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................. 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening ...........6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER. PASTOR A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School ..............9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................ 11 a.m: Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed..Evening Service 7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service ............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 2,1999 - Page 3 Nick Whitaker, gets a little help from Tim Gorman as he paints his pumpkin. There were angels, bunnies, clowns and witches at the Putnam Halloween special last week. Historical Society will meet Nov. 11 The Vermontville Historical Society meeting will be Thursday, Nov. 11, at the Methodist Church with a potluck dinner. The program for the evening will be Madeline Forrest. 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They painted scary faces, happy faces and other expressions onto the pumpkins. A costume contest was held, with Zachary Gilfoyle the top winner. He was dressed as an alien. The kids went through a spook" room, and placed their hands in mystery holes to feel all sorts of creepy stuff. They also played games. After the excitement they enjoyed treats and candy. Homer Winegar, GRI PRICE REDUCED! CHARMING RANCH HOME ON 8 “SECLUDED" ACRES IN THE COUNTRY!! DRIVE THRU THE WOODS OFF M-66 Zachary Gilfoyle won top prize in the costume contest as an alien. Large 5 bedroom house, 2 baths, formal dining room, open stair- setting is complete with paths With 4 bedrooms & 3 baths, way, sheltered front porch. for walking or ORVs. Nice pole (master bath has jacuzzl), Could be 2 family home. (N-67) barn with water & elec. Call Nyle for complete walkout finished basement details. 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Shaw, age 75, of Vermontville, passed away October 23,1999. Mr. Shaw was bom January 28,1924 in Locke Township, Michigan, the son of James Huburt and Sarah Azula (Selfridge) Shaw. He was a truck driver for Howard Sober and C. & J., World War II Veteran, former coach of Grand Ledge Pony/Colt Baseball League and in later years Maple Valley Baseball. Mr. Shaw enjoyed attending his grandkids’ sporting events and school activities. Mr. Shaw is survived by his wife, Arlene (Smith); daughters, Diane (Neal) Gee of Gould City, Michigan, and Sandra (Mike) Byrd of Lake, Michigan; sons, Douglas (Sue) Shaw of Eaton Rapids, and Richard (Barb) Shaw of Hastings; eleven grandchildren; four great grandchildren; sisters, Frances Gray of Laingsburg, and Betty (James) Hayes of Shaftsburg, Michigan; step-mother, Beulah Monninger of Sarasota, Florida. Memorial services were held on Tuesday, October 26, 1999 at Nashville Baptist Pastor Lester DeGroot and Pastor Don Roscoe officiated. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Maple Valley Athletic Association. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Ralph Richardson NASHVILLE Mr. Ralph Richardson, age 94, of Nashville, passed away Wednesday, October 27, 1999 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. He was born April 26, 1905 in Coats Grove, Michigan, the son of Myrle & Orpha (Cooley) Richardson. He attended Coats Grove School and graduated from Hastings High School in 1923 and Western State Normal in 1925. He also attended the University Of Michigan and Michigan State University. Mr. Richardson taught Rural Checkered School, Dansville, Springfield, Hartford, Plymouth, and Nashville, retiring after 37 years in 1965. He married Louise Bishop in 1927, and she preceded him in death in 1955. He married Gladys Miller on May 27, 1966 at the Oneida Bible Church. He was a member of the EARN $9,00 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN Join the nursing assistant class at Thomapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held November 17 through December 6 and is not in session on weekends. After successful comple­ tion of state testing, wage will increase to $10 per hour. Apply for this opportunity in person by Novem­ ber 11. ^ornapple 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 Michigan Education Association, and enjoyed traveling and camping. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Wilda Swanson and Virginia Waterson; daughter, Marilyn Furstenau; and grandson, Michael Hughes. Mr. Richardson is survived by his wife, Gladys; daughter, LouAnne (Ted) Hughes of Galesburg; sons, Ralph (Beth) Richardson of Charlevoix, Jack Richardson of Kalamazoo; step daughter, Bev (Ed) Backe of Hastings; step son, Neal (Barb) Miller of East Tawas; seven grandchildren; ten great grandchildren. Graveside Services were held Friday, October 29, 1999 at the Fuller Cemetery, Carleton Township. Reverend James Hynes officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund, or a charity of choice. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. 0^1 EOE Thomas A. Brooke Vermontville/Nashville Residents For "end of the season" specials on all your eavestroughing and downspouts needs call... Stewart's Eavestroughing and Downspouts We offer free estimates, quality workmanship and low rates. Call 517*726*1159 Harold Stewart Army Staff Sgt. Thomas A. Brooke has been decorat­ ed with the Meritorious Service Medal. The medal is awarded to members of the U.S. Armed Forces who distinguish themselves by outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the United States. Brooke is a network con­ trol chief with the 485th Intelligence Squadron in Wiesbaden, Germany. He is the son ofWilliam f. Brooke of 5562 S. Hager Road, Nashville. His wife, Lorna, is the daughter of Richard and Mildred F. Carrigan of 1100 Lawrence Road, Nashville. The sergeant is a 1982 graduate of Maple Valley High School, Nashville. WOODLAND Mr. Johney Walter Furlong, age 49, of Woodland, went home to be with the Lord on October 26, 1999 at his home. He was bom December 22, 1949 in Battle Creek, the son of Richard & Caroline (Sanborn) Furlong. Johney grew up in the Nashville area and went to school there and served in the Army during the Vietnam Conflict He was a truck driver for many years, a mechanic for Caledonia Tractor & Carson Farm Service in Carson City. He was a Supervisor in Fleet Maintenance at American Bumper for six years and his last employment was with Maple Valley Implement. John married Shirley Parker on January 6, 1979 in Oklahoma City. He attended First Baptist Church in Sebewa, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and making jokes. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Walter & Mabie Furlong; grandmother, Mick Sanborn; and father-in-law, J.B. Simpson. Mr. Furlong is survived by his wife, Shirley; daughters, Tabetha (Donnie) Rynkowski of Crystal, Michigan, Carol (Keith) Barker of Columbus, Ohio, and Laura (Tyler) Coon of Lake Odessa; grandsons, Christopher & Bradley Rynkowski, Matthew Gault, Joshua Barker & Parker Coon; parents, Richard & Caroline Furlong of Woodland; brothers, Richard & Mary Furlong of Woodland, Frank & Edie Furlong of Florida; mother-in-law, Louise Simpson of Edmond, Oklahoma; grandfather, Carl Sanborn of Woodland; sisters-inlaw, Chris (Bob) Roberts of Holdenville, Oklahoma, Caroline (Robert) Horton of McLoud, Oklahoma, Sharon (Jay) Bonard of Mustang, Oklahoma, and Linda (Bruce) Hurt of Edmond, Oklahoma; brothers-in-law, Bill Simpson of Kosovo, Ronnie Simpson of Oklahoma City, and Harrell Simpson of Edmond, Oklahoma; several nieces & nephews; aunts & uncles, Neil & Mabel Wilson, Ken & Sandy Furlong, Russell & Irene Furlong, Cecil & Lila Gray of Lake Odessa, Wilma Furlong of Des Plains, Illinois, & many cousins. Funeral Services were held Friday, October 29, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Reverend Andrew Frey Jr. officiated. Burial was in Woodland Memorial Park, Woodland. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Society. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. Paw; seven grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and two great-greatgrandchildren. Funeral services were held on Saturday, October 30, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville, Chaplain Richard Genther officiated. Interment took place at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial donations may be made to Nashville Ambulance. Vada M. Mix NASHVILLE Vada M. Mix, age 95, of Nashville, passed away on Thursday, October 28, 1999 at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. She was bom on September 3, 1904 in Nashville, the daughter of James and Mary Jane (Miller) Hummel. She married Kenneth T. Mix on June 10, 1923 and he preceded her in death on September 29, 1982. Mrs. Mix was a homemaker who put her family first. She loved to sew, crochet, was an avid quilter, and in her years, collected dolls. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-nine years, and two sons, John and Russell. Mrs. Mix is survived by a daughter-in-law, Barbara Mix of Nashville; two sons, Roger (JoAnne) Mix of Hastings and Richard (Darlene) Mix of Paw Subscribe to the HASTINGS BANNER and keep informed on local & area news. Call us at 945-9554. (fa Oft 'Jtyteuen. A gift to the Barry Community Foun­ dation is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more infor­ mation on thq Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. November 2. 1999 - Page 5 Maplewood students rake leaves for project Maplewood students rake and bag leaves as part of a community service project last week. STANTON'S I ■-=G11 VERMONTVILLE. 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A1SO LICENSED IN INDIANA A OHIO Caledonia 891-0010 Wayland 792-6201 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November ?, 1999 - Page 6 Lions' second-half burst topples Olivet in playoffs by Jon Gambee Maple Valley players have a little ritual they do at the start of every fourth quarter. They do it quietly and without fanfare, but they take it very seriously and work very hard to make it come true. As the officials move the football and the chains to begin the final 12 minute of play, every Lion, to a man, raises his right hand with four fingers extended. "That means the fourth quarter belongs to us," coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said after his Lions beat a tough Olivet 22-10 Friday night to advance to the sec­ ond round of Division VI playoff action. The victory means that the Lions will travel to Berrien Springs next week to take on a team that dis- During the first half, the Lions' offense had its problems moving the ball against a stingy Eagle defense. Here, Jacob Cole (21) is met by three Olivet defenders. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Quarterback Ken Lackscheide (3) sticks the ball over the top of the pile to break the plane of the goal line. Lackscheide's touchdown was Maple Valley's first in the post-season win against rival Olivet. (Photo by Perry Hardin) mantled Hartford 45-0 Fri­ day. When asked what he knew about his next opponent, Mittelstaedt laughed and said, "Well, I know they won 45-0. What else do I have to know?" The Lions used their tra­ ditional tenacious defense and a few big plays to erase a 7-0 half-time deficit Friday and send Olivet home for the season with a 7-3 record. Maple Valley and Berrien Springs bring identical 10-0 records to the table next week. The contest Friday was typical Maple Valley-Olivet football, with defense and up the gut running taking center stage. And, as usual, Maple Valley kept up the pressure just a little longer and just a little more intense than its opponent and it proved to be the difference in the final outcome. "We knew Olivet was a very good football team," Mittelstaedt said of the team his Lions had beaten earlier this year 32-17. "In that game it was more of an offensive show, but this time around we figured defense would make the dif­ ference, and it did." Olivet had an outstanding passer in Quarterback David Wine, who came into the contest with more than 1,000 offensive yards for the season. Yet Maple Valley intercepted him three times. And Olivet had an out­ standing running back in Clinton Schlee, who had over 1,000 yards rushing for the season. But the Lions held him pretty much in check throughout, with only one 42-yarder that really hurt. For the game, Schlee finished with 118 yards in when Matt Rocco charged in from 10 yards out. But in a defensive strug­ gle like this one, that seven points held up until well into the third quarter. Then fortunes changed in Maple Valley's favor. The Lions took the sec­ ond halfkickoff and marched 67 yards in 11 plays to get on the board. The big play of the drive was a fake Statue of Liberty play that resulted in a pass from quarterback Kevin Lackscheide to Jason Abfal­ ter for 36 yards and a first down on the Olivet 30. Seven plays later, Lackscheide squirmed his way over, holding the ball high in the air to signal the score. Even though the extra point failed, 7-6 looked a lot better to Mittelstaedt's crew than 7-0 and that score seemed to energize the team. The defense rose to the occasion on the next series. Olivet fumbled the reverse on the kickoff and had to start from its own two-yard line. The Eagles managed to move it out to the 27, but a penalty and a huge sack by Eric Goris and Kyle Kines set them back. On fourth and 30 from the seven, Olivet mishandled the punt attempt and the ball squirted out of the back of the end zone for a safety and Maple Valley had its first and final lead ofthe game, 8-7. On the free kick, Andy Ewing gave the Lions excellent field position at their own 45 and two plays later Jason Abfalter ran a counter off the right side, cut back to daylight and ran 53 to pay dirt. Lackscheide's twopoint pass to Justin VanAlstine in the right cor- fourth quarter, but that was all the offense Olivet could muster for the rest of the evening. Maple Valley's final touchdown came on a 14play, 69-yard drive, capped by Jacob Cole's three-yard run, putting 22 points on the board and 4:18 left on the clock. Cole led Maple Valley in rushing with 102 yards in 33 carries, with Abfalter picking up 61. Defensively, Jeff Rhoades had 16 tackles and Rick Smith 11 for the Lions. Maple Valley's three in­ terceptions were picked off by Cole, Tim Wawiernia and by Travis Kerjes off a batted pass off the hands of Eric Goris, the second time in a week he has caused an interception by tipping a pass attempt. cktes^ite^Nsone^ffJiw c®m® t09eJper in the second half with some nice lacKies iiKe this one. (Photo by Perry Hardin) �These AREA MERCHANTS Support The Lions Year Around... Lets Support These Merchants! Vermontville Grocery & Fresh Meat Market Diana's Place M-66 Tire 10030 Thomapple Lake Rd., 7775 Saddlebag Lk. Rd. (M-66) Ken's Standard Service Nashville Lake Odessa 726-0640 852-9481 374-1200 Maple Valley Chapel Kent Oil & Propane Nashville Hardware 204 N. Queen St., Nashville M-66 at S. Village Limits, Nashville 233 N. 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Main Vermontville Stop by and "SAVE' at our NEW LOCATION �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 2,1999 - Page 8 Hit list, continued from page 1 joke, along with a fourth boy, while in art class. One of the boys told po­ lice he was not sure which one came up with the idea to make the list, but that their goal was to pull a prank to see how seriously the school would take it and that they had no intention ofcarrying out the threat. The boys also told police they did not know who posted the note on the wall in the hallway outside the art room. The fourth boy, a 16-yearold from Nashville, denied his involvement in the inci­ dent. "There wasn't a direct link, (to the third boy)" said Volz. "He was seated at the same table, but he didn't participate." The note was discovered by a staff member as stu­ dents were loading onto buses at the end of the day, said Volz, therefore there was no need to evacuate the school. Police searched the bed­ room of one boy with the consent of him and his par­ ents, but found nothing. "We did not find any evi­ dence that would lead us to believe that (the boy) and his friends were going to carry out the threat," said Leaf in his report. A crowd of parents, in­ cluding those whose chil­ dren were named on the list, attended the meeting Monday, angry at the school board for failing to notify them until Oct. 19, 11 days after the note was found. VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS I resigned my position as Village Clerk effective November 1, 1999. I have accepted a position with River Bend Travel in Hastings. Thank you for your loyalty and support. I will miss you all. Sharon Stewart PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Village of Nashville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on November 2, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. Subject: Minor changes to the Zoning Ordinance Chapter XII, F-1 Flood Plain District (sections 12.02 and 12.04a) as required by Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. Full copies can be read at the Village Office. Written comments can be submit­ ted to the Village Office before the public hearing. 100 "Why were the parents not notified until the 19th?" asked a parent at the meet­ ing. "As we were working on identifying those involved, we didn't know if it was a criminal offense or a school policy violation, " said Volz. "We didn't want to impede the investigation..." "My son was on that list," another parent said. "I am very, very angry. All three boys have been troublemakers all along... my sons have had problems with these boys since they were little... I have gotten verbal with Gonser (Principal Todd Gonser) about this before for the fact that the school was not do­ ing anything about what was going on. This is an environment that kid's should not have to come here and worry about being harassed, tripped in the hallway, and pushed into lockers... your explanation for not notifying is not cor­ rect. I'm sorry it's not. That's my child." The parent also asked why the matter was handled by Barry County Sheriffs office and not Eaton County. "This is ridiculous, I think we need to take a good hard look at what we are allowing our children to do to other children. What's going on is that I can come out here to drop off a lunch for my kids and I hear things coming out of these kids mouth that makes me wonder, do they eat with that mouth? "We are not talking about kids that just talk. We are talking about kids that have been violent in the past," she said. Another parent talked about her child, who is in grade school being bullied by another student. This AN ORDINANCE TO REPEAL ORDINANCES #8, #20 AND #35 Ordinance #10-28-99 THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Village of Nashville Ordinance #8, entitled “AN ORDINANCE REGULATING RAIL­ ROAD TRAINS AND LOCOMOTIVES IN THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE”, is hereby repealed in its entirety. SECTION 2. Village of Nashville Ordinance #20, entitled “AN ORDINANCE TO REGULATE THE BUILDING OF GUTTERS, CULVERTS, HITCHING POSTS, HORSE BLOCKS, AND STEPPING BLOCKS ON ALL STREETS IN THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN EXCEPTING MAIN STREET, is hereby repealed in its entirety. SECTION 3. Village of Nashville Ordinance #35, entitled “AN ORDINANCE RELATIVE TO THE OBSTRUCTION OR ENCUMBRANCE OF STREETS, LANES, ALLEYS, HIGHWAYS, PUBLIC GROUNDS, DITCHES AND SEWERS WITHIN THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE”, is hereby repealed in its entirety. SECTION 4. This Ordinance shall become effective on November 2, 1999, or upon its publica­ tion, whichever occurs later. Passed and adopted by the Village council the 28th day of October, 1999. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Dennis Mapes, Village President Yeas: Dunham, Kenyon, White, Pash, Wheeler, Wolff, Mapes. Nays: None I hereby certify that the above ordinance was published in the Maple Valley News, a newspaper of general circulation in the Village of Nashville on 11-2-99. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 102 student who is in the fourth grade, she said, has broken her daughter's leg twice, once by shoving her off playground equipment, once by kicking her repeatedly. The mother said that this boy has threatened her daughter again and "all the school said was that they would talk to him." While the school board went into closed session, many parents waiting for the verdict outside said that they also had wanted to comment to the board and did not know that they had to sign the request sheet be­ fore the meeting to do so. Many said they were not happy with the way the board was handling the sit­ uation, saying they were discouraged from attending the meeting, and were told it would all be in closed session anyway, and were not given the time of the meeting, instead relying on the newspaper for that in­ formation. One mother said, as she waited, "I feel uninformed, the fact that they waited so long before letting us know our child was on that list, it makes me so angry. I had to read about it in the papers. For a parent there is nothing that is more precious than your children, and protect­ ing them comes first. This board doesn't seem to be concerned about our feel­ ings." Two students, one of whom identified herself as a girlfriend ofone ofthe boys suspended entered into a verbal argument with a group ofparents. "This was a joke and you guys are taking it way too seriously," the girlfriend said. "It's not a big deal. You are saying bad things about these boys and you don't even know them." "I've known them since they were little," said one vocal parent. "And they have been in trouble since the beginning. I have had to personally tell them to leave my boys alone." "How do you know what they do?" asked the girl­ friend. "You are not here every day, so you don't know what they do, do you? You're just stereotyp­ ing them." The two girls said they had circulated a petition for leniency for the boys that contained 200 names of students and presented it to the board. "I don't think they should be expelled. They have been kicked out for over a week, that's enough punishment," one said. "This is not a joke and you come back to me after ten years or so after you have had kids and you tell me if it happened to your child ifyou would take it as a joke. My sons are afraid to go to school because of this" one adult said. "I'm not going to have kids," the girl said. "That's probably a good thing," one parent quipped. After nearly an hour and a half, the parents and others went back in to the meeting room, and the board then voted for the expulsion, all in favor except board mem­ ber Frank Dunham who voted no. "I... am sorry for the thoughts in this letter," wrote one of the boys in a statement for police. "It was absolutely not meant to be taken serious and was meant as a joking discussion. We all thought it was a big joke without thinking ofthe out­ come if it was found seri­ ous." The teen went on to say say that he understood why people became afraid. "We don't mean to scare any ofthe people and it was not meant to be taken as a threat," he wrote. In another statement, one ofthe teens wrote: "I meant no harm... We were all laughing and joking about it at the time, but I realize now that it is very serious. If given a second chance, I surely wouldn't make the same decision as to write the note." Dunham said later that he felt the expulsion was more than was warranted, but that the next consequence down was not adequate. "I wanted something that made them aware of their indiscretion but didn't re­ move them from the educa­ tional setting," said Dun­ ham. Dunham said he would have liked to see the stu­ dents performing tasks such as cleaning out the buses or parking lots daily at the school to give the boys time to reflect on their ac­ tions. NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ 3085 Ext.#1400 24hrs. The Dog House * ** * Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Claude Hine, Groomer 269 S. Pease Road Vermontville, MI 49096 Coming in Oct. to the . Yellow Pages NOTICE The deadline for filing nonpartisan nominating petition for the Village of Nashville will be Tuesday. November 30,1999 at 4:00 p.m. The following positions will be on the General Election to be held on March 13, 2000 ballot: Village President and three twoyear terms for Village Trustee. Petitions must be filed with the Nashville Village Clerk. Nonpartisan nominating petitions are available at the Village Hall. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 101 NOTICE The deadline for filing nominating petitions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Treasurer and three four terms on the Village Council will be Tuesday, November 30,1999 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Vermontville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Clerk's Office, 121 Eastside Drive, Vermontville, Ml. Shirley M. Harmon Vermontville Village Clerk 103 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Saturday, November 20th, 1999 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Barry County Road Commission Garage 1845 Gun Lake Road (Behind FlexFab, Inc.) �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, November 2, 1999 - Page 9 Vermontville Twp. Library News The library has received a donation of a used Pentium computer from the East Lansing Public Library. It will be on the floor for pubI lie use. The next meeting of the Library Board is Tuesday, Nov. 9, and will begin at 6:30 p.m. The board continues to work on updating its policies. The public is always welcome to attend all meetings. The holidays are approaching and the library has planned its holiday closing schedule: Thanksgiving: Thursday, Nov. 25 and Friday, Nov. 26; Christmas: Friday, Dec. 24, and Saturday, Dec. 25; New Years: Friday, Dec. 31, and Saturday, Jan. 1, 2000. New Videos - Nightmare on Elm Street, Friday the 13th, The Mummy, What Dreams May Come, The Prince of Egypt, Stuttering (a five-tape series). Adult non-fiction - Using Divorce Mediation, by Katherine E. Stener; A Slant of Sun: One Child’s Courage, by Beth Kephart; Chicken Soup for the College Soul, by Jack Canfield; Alzheimer’s Early Stages: First Steps in Caring and Treatment, by Daniel Kuhn; Perfect Murder, Perfect Town: Jon Benet and the City of Boulder, by Lawrence Schiller; Ophelia Speaks: Adolescent Girls Write About their Search for Self, by Sara Shandler; A Man Named Dave, by Dave Pelzer. Adult fiction Snow Falling on Cedars, by David Guterson; Separate Roads, by Judith Pella; The Wildflowers: Jade by V.C. Andrews; Typhon’s Child­ ren, by Toni Anzetti; A Cook in Time, by Joanne Pence; On the shelf at the Sunfield District Library fytotittitKWi' MH OWE fill Young readers have been checking out Halloween books at a record pace and are looking forward to upcoming Thanksgiving and Christmas reading at the leader. LibrarianDana Schelter’s Halloween coloring sheets are also popular with kids right now. New video releases are One True Thing and The Mummy. In addition, Willow, Richie Rich, Wrestling with Ernest Hemmingway, Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, and Dr. Doolittle (Eddie Murphy version), are new to the library shelves. All videos rent for 50 cents each at the library. New books on the shelves, by category are: Adult fiction: The Edge, by Catherine Coulter; Hearts in Atlantis, by Stephen King; The Alibi, by Sandra Brown. Paperback: Books 3 and 4 ofV.C. Andrews’ Wildflower series are Jade and Cat. Christian fiction: When the Far Hills Bloom, begins Diane Noble’s new California Chronicles his­ toric romance series; Island of Refuge is a novel of sus­ pense, by Linda Hall. Non-fiction: Chicken Soup for the College Soul; love and how its positive effect on physical health is the fascinating plot in Love and Survival: The Scientific Basis for the Power of Intimacy, by Dean Ornish, M.D.; The Wall Street Journal Lifetime Guide to Money. Peter Jenkins’ clas­ sic A Walk Across America, and its sequel, The Walk West: Walk Across America 2, are donations. 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The library has reasonable rates for fax and copier ser­ vices and all videos rent for 50 cents each. Library hours are 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m.-l p.m. Saturday. Phone is (517) 566-8065, voice and fax. Contract talks, from pg. 1--------We agree there needs to be an increase, but we want it to be done appropriately, we don't want to have to hire and fire," said Volz, who added the results of the as­ sessment should be back to the board in a month. When asked why the ne­ gotiations seem to be going slow, Volz said, "We were unable to set meeting times in July because they were not available." "I agree the talks are not moving," said Volz. "Part of the process is represent­ ing both sides and issues. "We need to address the is­ sues we have as well, and I am confident we will be able to do this. We have to be certain that the money we spend is consistent with what we have so that we don't put the district in fi­ nancial trouble." Sharlot Sours, President ofthe Teacher’s Association said, "For the amount of rime we have spent at the table we have had no sucess. I've never seen as much time spent negotiating that did not produce tenative agreements. We have made a number of attempts to settle the issues." Dr. Mike Callton, presi­ dent of the school board, said the board is commlueu to bargaining this contract at the negotiating table, not in the press. "I don't feel good about one-sided press releases or pressuring the board mem­ bers away from the table... as a citizen ofthis commu­ nity I am upset this is hap­ pening. I want Maple Val­ ley to be better than that." Bushwhackers: Death Pass, by B.J. Lanagan; Stealing Faces, by Michael Prescott; The Gunsmith: Strangler’s Vendetta, by J.R. Roberts; Dawn Song, by Michael Marano; Longarm and the Chain Gang Women, by Tabor Evans; Pop Goes the Weasel, by James Patterson; Avalon: The Return of King Arthur, by Stephen R. Lawhead; So Sure of Death, by Dana Stabenow; “O” is for Outlaw, by Sue Grafton: The Crossroad, by Beverly Lewis; A Quiet Strength, by Janette Oke; The Killing Game, by Iris Johansen: Xone of Contention, by Piers Anthony. Junior fiction - American Adventure Series: Thomas,. Luke: 1849: On the Golden Trail, Joseph: 1861: A rum­ ble ofWar, by Bonnie Pryor; Ruby Mae has Something to Say, by David Small; The X Files: Quarantine, by Les Martin; The Boxcar Children: The Mystery in New York, by Gertrude Chandler Warner, Rose: Missouri Bound, by Roger Lea McBride, Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice: The Mark of the Crown, by Jude Watson; Animorphs: The Hork-Bajir Chronicles, by K.A. Applegate, The Berenstain Bears Go Hollywood, by Stan and Jan Berenstain; Animal Ark Pets: Pony Parade, by Ben M. Baglio; Animorphs: The Prophecy, by K. Applegate; Goosebumps Series 2000: Full Moon Fever, by R.L. Stine, Love Stories: Playing for Keeps, by Nina Alex­ ander; The Grave, by Christopher Pike; Net Force: End Game, by Tom Clancy; A Light in the Storm: The Civil War Diary of Amelia Martin, by Karen Hesse; Little Miss Spider, by David Kirk. Junior non-fiction - Real Teens: Diary of a Junior Year; Welcome to Addy’s World - 1864: Growing Up During the Civil War, by Susan Sinnott. Brodbecks celebrated 65th anniversary Richard and Mildred Brodbeck celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on November 1st, 1999. Richard and Mildred Diilenbeck were married in Ionia by the Reverend Nest. They have lived and farmed all their lives. The Brodbecks have two daughters, Elizabeth and Charles Bursley of Woodland, and Ellen Jean Conklin of Hastings. They have seven grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild due anytime. WEIGHT LOSE SUPPORT GROUP AND CLASS Who: Herbal Health Care Systems Where: 695 S. 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Pick up & delivery available for all other areas of Western Michigan. Call Today! (616) 945-9526 Ask For Service. Fillmore JOHN DEERE Equipment, Inc. www.deere.com Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings, Ml Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat.7 to 12 945-9526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 2,1999 - Page 10 Latest donations to the M. V. Scholarship Foundation Supporters for Cindy Hansbarger and David An­ Gatewood led all others and derson supporters also con­ won the race to have her tributed significantly to “Kiss a Pig” at the home bring the total raised to Maple Valley Football game $1020. Maple Valley Memorial Oct. 15. Other frontrunners Foundations were Kim Hanson and Clark Scholarship “Kiss the Pig” fund-raiser Volz. Cathy Felder, Kathy has, for the past seven years, provided competitive humor for the community, as well as providing funds to pay for postage, printing and other office expenses, and has added to the base fund. Recent donations (prior to Oct. 150 have resulted in two new 1999 listings for Funder Maple Valley School Menus applesauce, birthday cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Nov. 8 (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Nachos, green beans, pear Lunch Menus slices, mini bread stick, 1/2 Wednesday, Nov. 3 Chicken sandwich, mash­ pt. milk. Tuesday, Nov. 9 ed potatoes, peaches, cookie, Chicken fries, roll and 1/2 pt. milk. honey, potato wedges, Thursday, Nov. 4 Cheese pizza, pear halves, pineapple, 1/2 pt. milk. carrot sticks, pretzel rod, 1/2 Note: Maplewood Ele­ pt. milk. mentary will be serving Friday, Nov. 5 breakfast this year starting Corn dog, baked beans, the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 3 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed potatoes, peaches, juice, milk. Thursday, Nov. 4 Choose One - Wet burri­ to, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, California mixed veg., pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, Nov. 5 Choose One - Com dog, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, baked beans, applesauce, juice, milk. Monday, Nov. 8 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, com, orange push-up, juice, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 9 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, cheeseburger, taco’s. Choose Two - garden salad, potato wedges, pineapple, juice, milk. Maple Valley Elementary Schools Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Licx #23.-1748 ($l00/calendar year), Maple Valley Class of 1989, and Chuck and Connie Corbin. Additional donations in memory ofLaurie Hale were received from Dean and Mary Cummings, Clare Wilmore, Jerry and Eileen Fhaner, Robert and Lois Siple, Hildred Kelsey and Doug Kelsey. A memorial for Florence (Hansen) Word has received from Jeanne Hansen. An additional donation in mem­ ory of Hubert Lathrop was from Maple Valley Junior- and Dorothy Senior High staff. An addi-Elbert tional memorial for Burr Carpenter. Harold and June Satterly Hartenburg was from Debbie donated in memory of David Johncock. Vidain Smith memorial Curtiss" Carroll and Marge was received from Robert Wolff donated in memory of and Helen (Everett) Butler. William (Bill) Carl, Jeanne Marilyn Baker Turnbull Hansen donated in memory memorials were from of Violetta Hansen. Maple Andrew and Joan Hansen Valley support staff donated and Wanda Lyon. Donations in memory of Nina Mae in memory of Margaret Hanchett. Norm and Carol Goris Woodard were from: Satterly donated in memory Marion Goris, Carolyn and of Reva Schantz and memo- Jim Bryans and family, Greg ry ofNancy Snyder. Elmer and Junia Jarvie and Lynn Goris and family, Rob Goris and sons, andand Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter donated in honor of Mike Booher for winning a Lansing golf tournament. Theadore and Pam Fox donated in honor of Bill Fox for Father Father’’ss Day. The Desrocher Family donated in the league meet. 'honor of Russ and Elaine Cassady Murphy and Koons’ 50th wedding Hayley Todd led the Lady anniversary. :Lions. Murphy was second The M.V. Class of 1989 in 21:09, while Todd took also donated to M.V.M.S.F., sixth in 21:44. Both were as did Chuck and Connie named to the All-SMAA Corbin. first team. The Maple Valley memor­ Terilyn VanOrder, in her ial Scholarship Foundation is first year of cross country, a non-profit charitable foun­ finished 11th in 23:04 and dation. For more informa­ freshman Michelle Silsbee tion, or to make contribu­ also made the league squad tions, mail: M.VM.S.E, P.O. with a 13th place 23:23. Box 715, Nashville, MI Camille Wieland was 21st 49073. in 26:58. Lions’ runners named to league first team Maple Valley gave its best effort, but still fell a little short of taking league honors from host Leslie. The last of the three jamborees was held at Leslie on Oct. 19. Maple Valley's boys finished third in the league standings behind Leslie and Bellevue. On this day, the Lions' boys placed second and had three runners named to the all-league second team. Leading Maple Valley was Ken Rhodes who was ninth in 18:44. Ryan Emerick was 11th in 18:49 and Justin Sealy was 14th in 20: 03. Marc Bush finished 20th in 20:48 and Michael Hamilton was 21st in 21: 04. The Lady Lions produced their strongest challenge to Leslie and fell to the home team by only 15 points at GOOD USED Lawn & Garden EQUIPMENT Under $2000 Year/Brand/Model/Description: □ 1970 JD 140 48” deck. HomePrqjejCts? □ 1983 JD 185 Real Estate PRESSURE treated lumber AMERICA’S CABINETMAKER Cabinets Fiberglass FiitEiici.ASS insulation Celotex H ) Insulation Plywood Lumber Oak Pine Molding use Drywall Armstrong Ceiling Tile Hand & Power Tools P3intS ROOfS Dry Mix Crete & Supply Wolverine Technologies Time for New Siding? IZz,l|? Il DOOR SYSTEMS Pre-Hung The World Leader in Specfhlty Building Products. "Innovation is our most valuable asset" HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 FORECLOSED HOMES! LOWOR$ODOWN! Gov’t& Bank Repos being sold Now! Financing available! Local list­ ings, 1-800-501-1 111 ext. 5225. 46” deck. □ 1992 JD LX 172 38"deck, bagger included. □ 1991 JD LX 176 38” deck. □ Bolens Articulate 16 hp. twin, 38” mower. □ Ransome Jaguar Front mount, 18 hp., For Sale <:uaItmAN Plumbing il Supplies 46” deck. □ 1987 JD 185 NO WAX VINYL FLOOR­ ING AT $4.99 sq. yd.!!! Special purchase - cash & carry. LAMI­ NATE FLOORING AT $1.99 SQ. FT. 15 year warranty, sev­ eral colors, cash and carry, 100 sq. ft. minimum purchase. Bar­ gain shopper prices on carpet too! Call Westen’s Carpet, 210 E. Main, Middleville, 616-795­ 3000. Open Tuesday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-3pm 60” deck. □ 1989 ingersol/Case 3016 16 hp., 44" deck, hydro. Sharp!! □ $295.00. $2000 & Up Year/Brand/Model/Description: □ 1988 JD 265 46” deck, 600 hrs. □ (3) JD 318 46" & 50” decks, 640 to 1100 hrs. □ 1998 JD 345 48" deck, 140 hrs. □ (6) JD 425 with 48” & 54” decks, 205 to BEAUTIFUL 4 POSTER SOLID wood king size bed with brand new pillow top mattress set, cost $1,600 new, must sell $375,1-517-337-3054______ 1099 hrs. QUEEN BRASS BED, Victo­ rian style brass with luxury firm mattress set (still in plastic), cost $800 will sell for $200, 1-517­ 541-8132 1984 JD 430 60” deck, diesel, 1345 hrs. 1995 JD 455 54” deck, diesel, 170 hrs. 1994 JD LX 188 48” deck. 1993 JD F510 38” front mnt. deck, 275 hrs. 1991 JD F525 48” front mnt. deck, 292 hrs. 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M-43 Hwy., Hastings, Ml | Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 7; Sat.7 to 2 945-9526 | �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 2,1999 - Page 11 Nashville man receives prison for drug offenses U»\lk\ S;?s ssft S? »jf!t ;s» Jeffrey Purchis of Charges dismissed in ex­ Nashville was ordered to change for his guilty plea spend the next two to seven were resisting and obstruct­ years in prison when he was ing police, carrying a con­ sentenced Oct. 21 in Barry cealed weapon, delivery and County Circuit Court on manufacture of less than 50 convictions of delivering grams of cocaine, methampsilocyn, the controlled phetamine and marijuana substance in "Magic Mush­ and possessing a handgun rooms" and ofattempted de­ while intending to deliver the drugs. livery ofmarijuana. J%MS Nashville man sentenced * § for use of explosives kjjss Ast tA,& rt •w wS3* S3 t •w «^77 ’W| m moused Ml MlM Terry Michael Kellogg, and some old paraphernalia 27, of Nashville, was sen­ were found in his apart­ tenced Oct. 21 to 60 days in ment. jail and one year of proba­ "The residue was from a tion on his conviction of past experience he'd had," using explosives with intent said defense attorney to alarm for lighting William Doherty. "They "C.O.2" cartridges in his were collecting dust on a neighbor's yard on Aug. 10 shelf in the kitchen and he in Nashville. didn't have the foresight to The explosions left get rid ofthem." shrapnel imbedded in the "It certainly was a stupid neighbor's porch. thing to do," said Doherty The charge carries a max­ about the explosives. imum possible penalty of 2 "I apologize to the court 1/2 years in prison. for wasting it's time and for Charges of felony prop­ my own stupidity," said erty damage and possessing Kellogg. bombs with unlawful intent "I'm more concerned with as well as one count of de­ the drug situation than I am livery and manufacture of with the bomb as dangerous methamphetamine were as that may be, " said dismissed in exchange for Fisher. " We are going to his guilty plea. find out if you are using Makled explained that the drugs. If you want to stay drug charge was dismissed out ofjail, you'd better stop because only some residue using them now." Purchis, 28, was caught with the drugs, loaded .38caliber handgun, drug para­ phernalia and burglary tools during a traffic stop by Nashville police Aug. 22. Before Officer Christian Hanson could arrest Purchis, however, he fled the scene on foot and at­ tempts to locate him were unsuccessful. He was located two weeks later by Eaton County au­ thorities while he was al­ legedly driving a stolen van. Assistant Prosecutor David Makled said he felt that Purchis should serve the maximum sentence be­ cause "I think he has a pat­ tern of behavior that may not be taken in account in the sentencing guidelines." "At your age," said Judge James Fisher to Purchis, "I would have thought you would have outgrown your previous behavior but that is obviously not the case." Fisher said he considered Purchis' prior record ofdrug and substance abuse of­ fenses when he fashioned the maximum possible sen­ tence. Purchis had nothing to say in his own behalf. Wanted CRAFTERS NEEDED for Caledonia Band 2000 craft show on November 20th. Call Barb at 616-891-9587. Eaton judge wins state recognition The Honorable Thomas Eveland, chiefjudge of the Eaton County Family Court, was honored by Michigan State University Extension with the State Friend of Extension Award Oct. 12, at the Shanty Creek Resort, during the 1999 State Fall Extension Conference. “The State Friend of Extension Award is present­ ed by Epsilon Sigma Phi, the professional fraternity of Extension Professionals,” explained Roger Brook, president of Epsilon Sigma Phi. “This award is one of our most coveted recogni­ tions. It is given to those that have established a long­ standing partnership with MSU Extension and as a result of this relationship, the lives of Michigan citi­ zens have been enriched.” Eveland has demonstrated how concern for families and children can be mani­ fested through a joint ven­ ture with the court system and MSU Extension. He was instrumental in developing a unique partnership with Family Court, the Friend of the Court and MSU Extension to provide parent­ ing education to divorcing parents. The SMILE pro­ gram has been a model for many other counties in help­ ing families deal with the life changes from divorce. He has been a member of the Eaton County MSU Extension Advisory Board and a national lay leader to Washington D.C. where he shared with legislators the important work being done by MSU Extension in the areas of youth and family preservation. His nomination was sub­ mitted by Mona Ellard, County Extension Director in Eaton County. Tom Eveland Men's breakfast set for Nov. 13 A community breakfast prepared by the men’s fel­ lowship of the Vermontville United Methodist Church will be held from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 13 at the church. Included in the meal will be biscuits and gravy, pan­ cakes, sausage, french toast, eggs (any style), milk, and coffee and juice. There will be a free-will offering for the breakfast. For more information, call 852-0864. Call 945-9554 fordCnO/YvMsl �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 2,1999 - Page 12 Senior citizens enjoy night out on Lions The seniors enjoy a dinner of Swiss steak, and homemade mashed potatoes. Some of the members of the Vermotville Lion's who put on a dinner for seniors last week. StaffWriter Senior citizens enjoyed a swiss steak dinner and en­ tertainment put on by the Vermontville Lions last Tuesday night. Lions President Scott Clark said they started the annual night out for seniors in 1988. "It's well received by the seniors in the community, and it's something the club likes doing," said Clark. "We are community minded Antiques For Sale Auto ANTIQUE SHOW: AT THE BARRY COUNTY EXPO 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power CENTER, NOVEMBER 6-7. TWO LARGE BUILDINGS, QUALITY ANTIQUES. JUST NORTH OF HASTINGS ON M-37. SATURDAY 10AM- windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $11,000OBO. 948­ 0502 by Shawna Hubbarth 6PM.; SUNDAY 10AM- Recreation 4:30PM, $2 ADMISSION. Farm SNOWMOBILE: 1996 Ski­ Doo Formula STX-583. Looks & runs great! Lots ofextras! Call for details, $2,850.948-0502 AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite orCalcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 and always looking for pro­ jects. We wanted to set aside a night where they could just get together and gab, a night just for them." Clark said about 65 se­ niors came for the dinner, and to hear the Maple Valley/Ionia Community Band play afterwards. "It's excellent," said se­ nior Madelyn Forest. "The best part is the mashed potatoes," she laughed. "No, really the best part is the socializing. It's nice to be able to get together and not have to drive very far." Clark said the Ver­ montville Lions are always looking for new members, male or female. After the dinner, senior's enjoy the music of the Maple Valley/lonia Community Band. SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSgSSSSSSSSS Prestige Hickory Smoked 1# Roll, Hot or Mild, Mountaineer Half Hams Sausage 89* /sssmmssssssss ssssssssss Denver or T Ranch Steaks steak issssssssssssssssssssss: ssssssssssssssssssssssssss 1/2 Gallon । Orange Juice COMPLETE PROCESSINC Rib Eye Steaks lee Cream Sandwiches Blue Baby Onions 29 Vermontville CroeerVi and Ph »HM0 Fresh Meat Market 1 Open8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-11-09.pdf e1140cf31503d0d7cec1b5f92c554ee6 PDF Text Text HASH a<GS PUBLIC LIBRARY *21 i CHURCH ST HASTINGS, Ml 49058 1893 P^KRATE Us-POSTAGE 00/00 F HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRAR' 121 3 CHURCH 5T HASTINGS Ml 49058-1817 paid Stine es, MI49058 —£S2jtNa7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 4905b P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 45/November 9,1999 Lions' season ends with loss to Shamrocks By Jon Gainbee BERRIEN SPRINGS — The crisp, clear Indian Summer sky was as blue as a baby's bunting Saturday, giving no hint of the carnage and destruction going on below, where 22 valiant warriors spent heart and soul in a 48-minute battle for pigskin superiority. It was as if the football gods didn't want any clouds to blur their vision as two undefeated teams put perfect seasons on the line in quest of a Division 6 district championship. In the end, undefeated Berrien Springs remained so. while a wear et nroud Maple Valley team was sent home on the short end of a 10-6 contest. It was one lone blemish on an otherwise spotless season. Just as they had in their • 10 victories, the Lions gave everything in defeat. They left their blood, sweat and tears on the battlefield, many of them for the last time. So, while the Shamrocks celebrated, Maple Valley was left to ponder a series of what ifs. What if the Lions could have made one more first down, sustained one more drive, gotten one more crucial call by the officials or one more tipped pass? Maple Valley coach Guenther Mittelstaedt has never been one to look for excuses in the few losses his teams have been handed over the years, but even he had to ponder on a what if or two in a game decided by less than one touchdown. But there is one "what if that cannot be questioned. No one could ask, what if the Lions had played a little harder forjust a play or two, because anyone witnessing this football game had to come away with a renewed respect for the intensity on both sides of the line of scrimmage. These teams went at it like two unbeaten middleweights, using a combination of speed and ower that made fathers Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt goes over strategy with his Maple Valley players including Jacob Cole (27) and Matt Thorne (71), (Photo by Shelly Sulser) Quarterback Ken Lackscheide (3) looks to make a throw down field with solid Maple Valley fans made the long trip to Berrien Springs to watch its team on a beautiful fall Saturday. (Photo by Shelly Sulser) Justin VanAlstine (2) plows ahead through a stingy Shamrock defense during Saturday's District 6 championship. (Photo by Shelly Sulser) wince and mothers turn away. It was an all out effort, all the way. This was the kind of football game they make movies about. When they finished this game, even the band needed oxygen. On one play, Lion Jacob Cole was running so hard that he went airborne over a wouldbe tackler and was hit in flight. By the time he came down he was seven yards further up field and four yards out ofbounds. But in the end, they came up one score short. One pass, one interception, one penalty, one kick return, one two point conversion, one what if. The details of the game, the statistics, have been out for days and need only repeating here to illustrate how balanced this game was from start to finish. And to illustrate what "what if' if really means; See season ends, pg. 10 In This Issue... • Nashville Baptist observes addition’s 1st anniversary • Vermontville Council moves to proceed on water tower • Expelled high school students find trouble again • Nashville Council to decide on water improvements �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 9,1999 - Page 2 Nashville Baptist observes addition's 1st anniversary by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Nashville Baptist Church is celebrating the one year anniversary of the addition of its "family cen­ ter." The building consists of two nurseries, both equipped with television to view the services, new re- strooms, a storage area, a built-in trophy case, bal­ cony, large kitchen with two stove tops, three ovens and two microwaves, and four sinks and a gym with a pro size basketball court. Pastor of the church for 39 years, Lester DeGroot said, "Our people have put a lot of time into the build­ ing. Deacons Buster Eberly and Mark Rigelman were experts in carpentry and plumbing. They were the greatest!" The building was con­ structed by Dan Clough of the Clough Construction Company. "Dan and his crew did an excellent job," said DeGroot "This is truly a long awaited dream come true," The Nashville Baptist Church is celebrating the one year anniversary of this addition to the building. A spacious kitchen is part of the expansion at Nashville Baptist Church. The new addition to the Nashville Baptist Church includes this pro size basketball court. the pastor commented. "We waited ten years for this to become a reality." DeGroot said that in just a year many adults and youths have benefited from the center, which is equipped for basketball, volleyball, shfififleboard, banquets and receptions. "Because of the gracious giving of our people, the debt of the building is down to $28,000, " said DeGroot. "We are proud of our new center and feel it will be a great asset to the work of the Lord in Nashville." Another blessing this past year, said DeGroot was the addition of Assistant Pastor Deano Lamphere. Lamphere came to the church a year ago in August and has been a welcome ad­ dition. "Having Pastor Deano on staff is the best thing that has happened to us," said DeGroot. "He's warm, con­ siderate, a soul winner. He also has a true shepherd's heart for the ministry." Deano and his wife Lori have three sons, Joshua, Eric, and Adam, and they live in the parsonage at 323 Cleveland St. DeGroot said he is thank- ful for these wonderful changes at the church. Pastor Deano Lamphere, and Pastor Lester DeGroot are celebrating the changes in the Nashville Baptist Church during the past year. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting..................... 7 p.m. Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .............. 11 a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ............. 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............ a.m. (Nursery Provided) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ........... 11a.m. Church School ................. 0 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ....... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ............................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a Fellowship Time............10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service............ 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHEft, PASTOR 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship........................... 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service.................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 6 p.m. PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship ................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service................................. 7 Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service........... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Sunday Schoo W.orship......... .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .............. 9 a.m.. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th. Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services.- For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School .9:45 a m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA.............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 9,1999 — Page 3 4Destination Imagination’ replaces Odyssey of the Mind by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Maple Valley students who previously participated in Odessy of the Mind are now instead participating in "Destination Imagination." Team manager Karen Kirchhoff said Destination Imagination is similar to Odessy of the Mind but more "kid friendly." "This is a new program," said Kirchhoff. "Many of the schools have switched from Oddesy. "It is a more relaxed program with an emphasis on judges adding points instead of subtracting points from a final score.There are seven mem­ bers per team with a team manager. The kids solve long-term problems they have picked out." Kirchhoff said the theme this year is food. Presenta­ tions have to be six to eight minutes long. She said each building will be sending teams to the competition, which will be held March 11. "It is more empowering for the kids because the manager is more of a facili­ tator. The kids do it all from costumes to props to picking the idea. Their bud­ get has to be under $100." Many students participat­ ing have competed in Odessy of the Mind previ­ ously. "I sounds better to me," said student Brandi Walden. "The problems sound less stressfill." Vermontville council moves to proceed on water tower by Shawna Hubbarth Council last week set in motion the steps to eventu­ StaffWriter The Vermontville Village ally build a new water tower. Council President Sue HASTINGS 4 Villanueva said she would contact engineering firm Downtown Hastings on State St. Fleis and Vandenbrink to 1-800.635-7203_____ 945-2243 ONLY $3.75 Matinees before 8 pm. express interest on moving Kids, Seniors, 8 Everyone all day Tuesday ahead on the project. $4.50 with Student ID after 6pm $4.00 Late Shows Frl A Sat DIGITAL STEREO Villanueva said she Q No paay or Tuesday discount* would look into the com­ Unllmitad Fraa Drink Refill* A 25c Corn Rafills pany seeking grants for the Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View village and the possibility of doing the initial work for recouping the costs with the grants found. Villanueva FALL MATINEES! said that although the vil­ SATU RDAY S. SUN PAY 10 i 11 AM JACK FROST (PG) lage is interested in the pro­ ject there is no money for consulting. "We definitely need a new bigger water tower," said Villanueva. "Its not a ques­ tion of wanting but need­ ing." 0 THE BACHELOR (PG-13) Council member Rod i TUES 1:10,3:20.5:30,7:40.9:50 Harmon agreed. "We know WED/TH 5:30,7:40,9:50 we need a new tower, we STORY OF US (R) TUES 1:00,3:15.5:25,7:35.9:45 should be getting with these WED /TH 5:25,7:35,9:45 people to find out about BRINGING OUT THE DEAD (R) grants." TUES 12:00,2:30,4:45.7:15,9:40 In other business Thurs­ WED/TH 4:45,7:15,9:40 day night, the council: THREE TO TANGO (PG-13) TUES 12:50,3:00,5:10,7:20,9:30 12:503:005:107: • Agreed to retain a safety WED/TH 5:10,7:20,9:30 deposit box at a $5 increase ONE FlfeWBz POPCORN’ yearly. (MEASURED BY VOLUME NOT WEIGHT) • Heard from Villanueva WITH THIS AD EXPIRES 11/26/99 MV that a representative from HIT OUR WEB @ www.gqti.com the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce will be attending December's meeting. "Let's invite the business owners because I know they have expressed interest in a (chamber of) commerce," she said. • Approved the purchase of new tires for a Depart­ ment of Public Works truck. • Discussed the problem with people parking on the village right of ways all night, and how when the snow starts falling they will be plowed in. There is sup­ posed to be no parking from 2 to 5 a.m. • Heard that the last day for leafpickup will be Nov. 15, and brush pickup will be the Nov. 16-19. Women’s Literary Club to meet Nov. 16 Nashville Women’s Literary Club will meet Tuesday, Nov. 16, at 7:30 p.m. at the Castleton Township Hall. The program will be given by Susie Butler on basketweaving a “bake­ less” bake sale will be held to raise money for the Putnam Public Library. Some of the participants in Destination Imagination this year at Maplewood are, (back row, left) Amanda Kirchhoff, Garret VanEngen, Salena Woodman, (front row .left) Aaron Myers, and Brandi Walden. 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Call Hom �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 9,1999 - Page 4 George Washington Hard Margaret Rose Maker Smith LARGO, FLORIDA - Margaret Rose Maker Smith, age 88, of Largo, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, October 20, 1999. One of twin daughters, she was bom on July 30, 1911, in Bear Lake, to Ray and Henrietta Argue Maker. Rose graduated from high school and business school in Manistee, and followed a career as a secretary, hospital administrator and retail grocer. She was an accomplished pianist and organist for the Methodist Church, community events and in the theatres in the silent film era. She often acompanied and sang duet with the beautiful soprano of her twin sister, Dawn. On November 30, 1930 she married Almon A. Smith of Frankfort and to this union were bom three children. As their children grew in Frankfort, Rose was a Notary Public whose signature was the first to be carried across Lake Michigan in a glider in the 1930’s. While the East Shore Hotel was being built, the family home was open to borders. Throughout the 1940’s their home was a guest house to summer resorters. Many good times were enjoyed on rainy summer evenings as the city guests gathered, singing around Rose at the piano. As the final administrator for the Anna Markham Hospital, Rose was instrumental as one of many volunteers whose successful drive for funds resulted in the building of a new Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital. The day before and into the early morning hours of opening, she and others including nurses were still putting finishing touches on and hanging draperies in the lobby and solarium. Ahmo Leo Ralph Jordan NASHVILLE Mr. Ahmo Leo Ralph Jordan, age 73, of Nashville, passed away Friday, November 5, 1999 at his residence. He was bom on June 24, 1926 in Petoskey, the son of Ralph & Mary (Lemming) Jordan. He attended Petoskey High School and served in the United States Navy Air Force as a Seaman First Class during World War II. He married Ardith Cain on December 13, 1947 in Petoskey and they owned & operated Jordan’s Woodcrafts in Nashville. He also was a tool & die maker for 30 years at Auto Air Industries in Lansing, was an accomplished musician who played with the Big Bands in Lansing, was the star of the stage at the Battle Creek Civic Theater, owned & operated Indian Hills Amusement Park in Petoskey, was a carver of beautiful carousel horses, and was a political activist who engineered a Tax Revolt in 1982 that shut down the town of Nashville for one day. He was a member of the Moose, the Eagles, VFW, and the American Legion. He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Penny Lee Jordan & sister, Myra Larson. Mr. Jordan is survived by his wife, Ardith; children, Cheryl (Henry) Lamance of Nashville, Dawn (Tom) Goodman of Nashville, and Ralph (Tammy) Jordan of Gladwin; seven grandchildren; seven great grandchildren. Memorial Services for Mr. Jordan will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to St. ■ Jude Children Hospital or Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel, Nashville. Rose remained briefly as Administrator. In 1952, Al and Rose relocated to Nashville to work for Rose’s brother, Tom, in the retail grocery business. Tom had introduced to south central Michigan the new super market concept of self­ service groceries and meats. Rose managed the office while Al eventually became store manager and Tom developed more stores. In 1957, as Tom began to sell his stores to enter business in Florida, Al and Rose bought the Nashville store, from which they retired to Florida in 1974. Their retirement was saddened by Al’s death in 1980. Urey lived in Fairway Village in Largo, Florida where they were avid bridge players and enjoyed many activities at the clubhouse. Hl health brought Rose to the Barrington Assisted Living in 1996. Rose was a lifelong member of the Methodist Church and a Life Member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her children, Dick and Donna Smith of Largo, Florida, Sonya and Bill Kjergaard of St. Cloud, Florida, Sandy and Doug White of Belleair Bluffs, Florida; eight grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held at the Barrington in Largo, October 23, 1999 with Reverend Jack Carter of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church of Largo. Memorials may be made to Hospice or Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital. BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA - Eileen G. Stansell, age 82, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 1999. by Kathy Store Wide Discounts Tonight Only Boyds Bears & Hares Leanin' Tree Christmas Cards Possible Dreams Santas Cabin Candles Flowers and Gifts Tellyour out-of-townfriends and relatives to call usfree at 1-888-286-8270 or 852-0313 207 N. Main, Box 410, Nashville * Hours: 9-5 Mon-Fri; 9-12 Sat Battle Creek at the same time for a number ofyears. Mr. Hard enjoyed boating, fishing, farming, and talking on CB radios, he was known as “Agitatin’ Grasshopper”. He was preceded in death by one son, Terry Hard on June 23, 1985; brothers, Arlin Hard, Otis Hard, and William Hard; sisters, Marie Hooker, and Ella Mae Asip. Mr. Hard is survived by his wife, Bettie; children, Gordon (Deb) Hard of Rogers, Arkansas, Ada Powers of Battle Creek, David Hard of Nashville, Steve (Pat) Hard of Hastings, Tim Hard of Nashville, Cindy Lewis of Hastings, Ruth (Craig) Hoffman of Hastings, Daisy (Dennis) Davis of Hopkins; special needs sister-in-law, Evelynn Gillespie; ineteen grandchildren; seven great­ grandchildren; sisters, Cora Lee (Dennis) Johnson of Ludington, Bonnie (Bud) Griffin of Ludington; brothers, Jessie (Joanne) Hard of Florida, and Johnny Hard of Battle Creek. Funeral services were held on Thursday, November 4, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville, with Chaplain Richard Genther officiating. Interment took place at Bedford Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Margaret R. (Hickey) Birch MILAN - Margaret R. (Hickey) Birch, age 81, of Milan passed away on Friday, October 29, 1999 at Heartland Health Center. She was bom on April 24, 1918 in Nashville, the daughter of Daniel and Rosa (Maurer) Hickey. She married Anthony Birch on August 9, 1952, and he survives. She was a graduate of Cleary College and was employed as Office Manager at BradleyChesbrough-Niswonger Insurance Agency in Ann Arbor until retiring in 1982. Mrs. Birch was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Milan and it’s Altar Society. She was preceded in death by her parents, three Eileen G. Stansell (Something (Special -l' NASHVILLE George Washington Hard, age 63, of Nashville, passed away on Monday, November 1, 1999 at his residence. He was bom on January 5, 1936 in Evansville, Tennessee, the son of Albert Henry and Ada Elizabeth (Webb) Hard. He grew up in the Battle Creek area and served in the United States Army. He married Bettie Lou Gillespie on May 31, 1955. His employment included: Fisher Body in Lansing, Clark Equipment Company, Smith & Gram Company, two Roofing Companies, one in Texas and one in Battle Creek, and he managed two Zephyr gas stations in Mrs. Stansell was a native ofNashville and had lived in Tuscumbia for the past forty-five years. She was a retired postal worker and a member of First Baptist Church in Tuscumbia. Mrs. Stansell was preceded in death by her husband, James . Stansell, and brother, Phillip Garlinger. She is survived by her sons, James H. Stansell, Jr. and Orville Charles Stansell, both of Muscle Shoals, Alabama; daughters, Ella Mae Marchiony and Neb Owens, both of Birmingham, Alabama, and Dottie Anderson of Shelbyville, Kentucky; sister, Greta Woods of Sherwood, Oregon; sistersin-law, Phyllis Garlinger of Hastings, Neta Trimble of Tallahassee, Florida; brother-in-law, Emory G. Stansell of Tuscumbia, Alabama; nine grandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews. brothers and three sisters. Mrs. Birch is survived by her husband of forty­ seven years; her children, Gail (Warren) White of Howell, Gary (Karen) Birch of Macomb, Larry (Carol) Birch of St. Clair, Richard (Terry) Birch of Grand Blanc, and Kathy (John) Buursma of St. Joseph; three brothers, Louie (Donna) Hickey of Nashville, John (Norma) Hickey of Charlotte, and Maurice Hickey of Lake Odessa; twelve grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. A Vigil was celebrated for the deceased on Monday, November 1, 1999. Funeral prayers were held at the Ochalek-Stark .Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 2, 1999 with process to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church for Mass with Father John Bosco as celebrant Rite of Committal followed atMarble Park Cemetery in Milan. Memorial contributions may be made to to church for Masses or the the Charity of donor’s choice. Funeral arrangements were made by OchalekStark Funeral Home in Milan. Owen F. Gaylor HASTINGS Owen F. Gaylor, age 89, of Hastings, passed away Tuesday, November 2, 1999 at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Owen was bom on March 9, 1910 in Winslow, Arkansas and was raised in the Climax area. He married Gladeth Hodge on September 6, 1929 in Lansing. Owen was a farmer most of his life and retired from Battle Creek Refuse Company after 20 years of service, and also worked at Eaton Manufacturing in Battle Creek for 12 years. He was a member of the Farmers Union and the Teamsters Union. Owen enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, mushrooming, and gardening. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eliza MacAdams. Owen is survived by his wife, Gladeth; children Dorotha Vermeulen of Bronson, Millard (Jane) Gaylor of Kalamazoo, Arlene (Robert) DeCamp ofNashville, Loretta (Bob) Persails ofTekonsha, Tom (Nancy) Gaylor of Hastings, and Janice (Bill) Hauser of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; 22 grandchildren; 42 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, November 5, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Burial was at the Dowling Cemetery in Dowling. Memorial donations may be made to Thomapple Manor. The Dog House ♦ * * * Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Claude Hine, Groomer 269 S. Pease Road Vermontville, MI 49096 Coming in Oct. to the Yellow Pages �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 9,1999 - Page 5 SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Nov. 10 Maplewood Dominos. Cheese pizza, com, peaches, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Nov. 11 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Friday, Nov. 12 No school. Monday, Nov. 15 Chicken nuggets, corn, pineapple, chocolate pud­ ding, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Nov. 16 Cheeseburger, tater tots, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 10 This animal totem pole towers over the girls who created it for a social studies class. Mike James (left) and Levi Andler created this memorial totem pole. Choose One - Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar; Choose Two - garden salad, California blend veg., grapes, juice, milk. Thursday, Nov. 11 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Friday, Nov. 12 No school. Monday, Nov. 15 Choose One - Club sand­ wich, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed pota­ toes, pear halves, juice, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 16 Choose One - wet burrito, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, baked beans, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Wanted CRAFTERS NEEDED for Caledonia Band 2000 craft show on November 20th. Call Barb at 616-891-9587. I -Jail IsJ-iereU 's Placet by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter atat f©| MiiiiijB , Ife qtekhi1 ilt fetait Hit tajtftarW i m tai n® i Ktuhta atm MHtai j| i Mu Om ftnprf.u .u# y w ij fc A & . , Mi®. . taa Qrais®# , •i® ®jjU?tol fe Maplewood students worked on tall assignments last week in Laurie Pettengill's class. Totems, to be exact. The students studied up on the totem poles in social studies class. They were given the choice to design a pole based on the themes of family, death, celebration or memorial. The students then con­ structed the poles in sec­ tions, with some reaching nearly six feet tall. Levi Andler and Mike James picked a memorial theme for their totem. "We memorialized ani­ mals including a deer, a whale, a squirrel, and an ea­ gle," said Andler. "We then included what they repre­ sented, like freedom, speed, power and protection. It was really fun." ,(M 5^ 5 Fann u>J u *kU*J U*J AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 ’Place to Gofor Professional Styling Diana Kuempel STANTON'S MWuCTIOHCCtS G Three former Maple Vailey High School students 144 SOUTH MAINSTREET*^ LOCATED at 171 N. Main, Vermontville, Ml on: Friday, Nov. 12 • 12:30 PM Nice, two bedroom home located on a large lot with full base­ ment and garage. Great starter, retirement or rental property! expelled last week for post­ ing a "hit list" at the school Oct. 8 met up with police again Friday, Oct. 29, while hanging out at the Cappon Shell Station in Nashville at about 10:15 p.m. According to police, offi­ cers were called to the scene by a witness who claimed the three had been pointing a cap gun at passersby. Officers were unable to locate a gun after their ar­ rival on the scene, said offi­ cer Terry Johnson. • One of the boys, a 16year-old, was issued a cita­ tion for being a minor in possession of tobacco after officers found a pack of cigarettes during a "pat down" for the gun. A LT IE SWIFT, Owner j ALSO LICENSED IN INDIANA & OHIO e-mail stantons@voyager.net www.stantons-auctions.com Fax: (517) 726-0060 and Gravy $ Q RP ith Coffee............ 4. / 3 A GREAT PANCAKE HUNTER SPECIAL - HOURS OPEN: Tuesday thru Thursday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. » Sugar Hut FORECLOSED HOMES! 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Main Street - Vermontville • Phone 517-726-1518 .8 i* I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 9, 1999 - Page 6 M.V. grad presents photo work Alma Collegejunior Tracy Symonds and senior Erin Freeland, Alma residents majoring in art and design, recently attended attended the Midwest Society for Photographic Education Conference, “In Thy Light, We See Light,” held at Velparaiso University in Indiana. They were among profes­ sionals and students from around the Midwest who presented their work, shared their ideas and learned from other artists. Both Symonds, a graduate of Maple Valley High School, and Freeland, an Alma High graduate, exhib­ ited work in the Alma Juried Student Art Show in September at the Clack Art Center’s Flora Kirsch Beck Gallery. Students from Notre Dame, Miami of Ohio, University of KentuckyLexington and Washington University also presented work at the conference. Alma Assistant Professor of Art and Design Sandy Lopez-Isnardi observed that Alma students’ work was at par with that of the students from larger universities, not- HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd , Nashville, MI V 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE POWER AND Pl-ANT ESSENCES. 0 WEIGHT LOSE SUPPORT CROUP AND CLASS Who: Herbal Health Care Systems Where: 695 S. Mason Road, Nashville, Ml 49073 When: Every Tuesday Time: 6:00 Call 517-852-2541 for directions ing that despite Alma’s small size students are able to pro­ duce work of the highest quality. Symonds, a 1999 recipient of a McGregor Grant — an award with a $2500 stipend for summer research - pre­ sented her research on the relationship between the feminist movement and the twentieth century and photo­ graphic post-modern theory. Her photographs portray the relationship she discussed. Freeland said ofher work, in “Visual Practice Representing Feminist Spirituality,” “These pho­ tographs are a representation of my spirituality and femi­ nist spirituality and how they have influenced my work.” Both women felt they learned a lot during the three-day conference. Symonds remarked, “It allowed me to see the com­ petition, at least in the Midwest, and gave me the opportunity to present on professional level.” Mudry-Fine exchange vows Chris Mudry and Dina Fine were married Oct. 18 in Rock Springs, Wyo. Chris is the son of Helen Mudry of Woodland and Paul Mudry of Kalamazoo. Dina is the daughter of Catherine Fine of Manhat­ tan, N.Y., and Don Fine of New Jersey. Chris graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1992 and served in the Navy from 1992 to 1999. He was stationed in Japan and Oak Harbor, Washing­ ton. He is currently taking classes at Wyoming State University in Rock Springs. Dina is a 1993 graduate of Oregon State. She was in the Navy from 1994 to 1998 and is currently em­ ployed by the federal gov­ ernment as a range land management specialist. uUapfe VaMeg Qand M ^Boostefts SJoJiday Jj QA^/teatli Safe $n Suppo/tf oj the uUapfe Q/aJJey ‘Band The Band Boosters will be taking orders for large Holiday Wreaths up to November 12th. All wreaths are made from fresh greens and will have a red vel­ vet bow. Cost is paid in advance. Wreaths can be sd up on Saturday morning, November 20th, 10-2, at the high school. Please detach and use the order form below. Name Bandfields to celebrate 50th anniversary Parent-teacher conferences set Parent-teacher confer­ ences will be held for Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Wednesday, Nov. 10, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and Thurs­ day, Nov. 11, from 1 to 7 p.m. Students will be released at 11:18 a.m. Thursday. There is no school on Friday, Nov. 12. Student information forms were mailed home Oct. 6. A large number of these forms have not been returned. School officials ask that they be returned as soon as possible. Help Wanted NOW ACCEPTING APPLI­ CATIONS: Machines!/ mold maker. Send resumes to: Non­ Ferrous Machining P.O. Box 189, Vermontville ML 49096 or stop in at 519 Allegan Rd., Vermontville. Ethel and Gerald Bandfield, of Nashville, Ml, were married Nov. 26th, 1949 in Charlotte, Ml. They have a son, Jeff Bandfield of Lansing and a son, James Bandfield, now deceased. There are four grandchil­ dren and three great-grandchildren. They would enjoy cards from their friends. Breann Gardner NOTICE The Regular Council meeting scheduled for November 25, 1999 has been rescheduled for Tuesday, November 23, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 105 Riverside Oak Furniture Address: City: Phone: Total number of wreaths @ $16.00 ea.: Total Cost (Due at time of order): $ Check paid to the order of: MV Band Boosters Mail to: Maple Valley Band Boosters, 301 Center Court, Nashville, Ml 49073 Thanks For Your Support of The Maple Valley Band 1/2 Mile East ofIonia Road on Nashville Highway 9245 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 517-726-0103 David & Lucy Coblentz �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 9,1999 - Page 7 We’re Different That’s Good At a time when banks are merging and charging more money for less service, EATON FEDERAL is different. We’re a mutual bank owned by depositors like you, not stockholders. For over 62 years we’ve served the Mid­ Michigan area. Last year, we allocated numerous dollars to various local causes throughout the communities we serve. All while saving you money with Thrift Checking and other loan and deposit products. To open an account stop in, we won’t charge you a fee to be waited on by any of our customer service representatives. Or give us a call for more information, and you’ll talk with a real live person. Why? Because we actually want to get to know you. As a matter of fact, long-term relationships are how we’ve built our business. This is what makes us different...and we think that’s good. We believe you will too. Eaton Federal FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONSTO SERVE YOU: DDA ■IM ■ I\ b Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville-852-1830 G Grand d Ledge Ld - 627-6292 6276292 OFFICE H0URS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon C| ender �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 9. 1999- Page 8 Nashville council to decide on water improvements by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The water rates in Nashville will be raised in the near future, the question now is by how much. The village council will be presented with six proposals to upgrade the current system at Thursdays meeting. Council must then mull over the proposals and decide which improvements to move ahead with. The main problems with the current system, said Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker, are low pressure at the north and south sides of town, (which would require a booster pump), the need for a generator, and widening the size of water mains to prevent the risk of back flow in the system. Other projects in the proposals include replacing lead service lines and removing the iron in the water. Decker, who broke down the overall project into the six proposals, said the proposals are not set in stone, but give the council a base to work from. Proposal one addresses doing improvements to the system on Reed Street when road repairs are going to be done anyway. Decker said this is the minimum of what could be done and it is almost certain VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS The last day for leaf pickup in the village will be November 15. Absolutely no leaves will be picked up after the 15th Brush pickup in the village will be November 16 through 19 ONLY. Nothing bigger than 2 will be picked up. Brush and leaves must be separated and placed at curbside. VERMONTVILLE D.P.W. 104 NOTICE The deadline for filing nominating petitions for Village President. Village Clerk, Village Treasurer and three four terms on the Village Council will be Tuesday, November 30,1999 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Vermontville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Clerk's Office, 121 Eastside Drive, Vermontville, Ml. Shirley M. Harmon Vermontville Village Clerk 103 NOTICE The deadline for filing nonpartisan nominating petition for the Village of Nashville will be Tuesday, November 30,1999 at 4:00 p.m. The following positions will be on the General Election to be held on March 13, 2000 ballot: Village President and three twoyear terms for Village Trustee. Petitions must be filed with the Nashville Village Clerk. Nonpartisan nominating petitions are available at the Village Hall. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 101 the council will go ahead with the work because the village will save over $150,000 by doing the work while the road is already tom up. The road work will begin in 2001. The cost of the project is $302,000, with the individual customer paying an extra $2.83 a month. Proposal two includes Reed Street, a booster pump, Brumm Road, Main Street north of the bridge, Kellogg Street, and Philadelphia Street. "This proposal would take care of the low water pressure problems in the north oftown," said Decker. "However it would not address the problem of low pressure in the south of town." There are three ways to finance the proposals. They are a bond, the Drinking Water Revolving Fund (DWRF) and the Rural Development loan/grant. Proposal two would cost $915,000. Depending on the financing, proposal two could cost the individual customer $5.54-$8.39 extra per month. Proposal three would cover the previous proposals plus Durkee Street (M-66), water plant updates, and a generator at the cost of $1,158,000, with individual costs ranging from $7.01$10.87 a month. This is' the proposal Decker favors the most. "This would take care of the south end pressure problems, and would add an auxiliary power generator at the water plant," said Decker. The water plant currently shares a generator with the sewer plant but in the case of a power failure the generator would have to be shuttled in-between the two. "The DEQ (Department of Environmental Quality) would like us to have the generator so we would have standby power for the water system," said Decker. Fall inspection Programs Combines Complete Inspection - $389 Tractors Utility Tractors - $189, Row Crop Tractors - $229 4-WD Tractors - $329 Balers Round & Square Balers - $149 Planters 4 Row - $159, 6 Row - $189, 8 Row - $229, 12 Row - $269 No-Till Drills Complete Inspection (75 points) - $169 JOHN DEERE DAY Feb. 5, 2000 Added Benefits Free pick up and delivery within a 50-mile radius (tractors only) Deferred payment on needed repairs to April 1", 2000-Interest Free! Free engine oil and filter with each inspection (tractors’only) Remember, you can’t schedule breakdown butyou can prevent them by acting now in the off season! Call our Service Department today to scheduleyour machine! Fillmore Equipment, Inc. www.deere.com Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml [ Hours: Mon. Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat 7 to 12 945-9526 Proposal four includes the proposals before and Main Street (Francis- Sherman), Main Street (ShermanRiver) and additional street repairs. Cost is $1,820,000, at $11.02-$ 16.87 a month. This would replace mains so that the there would be continuous 12 inch water mains, increasing pressure and replacing the oldest service mains, said Decker. "There are still lead service lines on Main Street- there is always lead concerns," he said. "We are in compliance right now but it would be nice to eliminate (lead lines) as much as possible." Proposal five would include iron removal, Sherman Street (MainEast), Casgrove (Main- SI State) and S. State (CasgroveFrancis). Projected at a cost of $2,586,000, or $15.65$24.06 a month. Decker said this would remove iron in everyones water. Proposal six would include Francis Street, East Street, Queen Street, Philips Street, and Lentz Street at a cost of $3,179,000 or $15.02$29.61 a month. The difference in cost per month to the customer depends on whether or not the village is able to obtain grants and low interest rates for the village. The chance are better, the larger the project in certain instances, and are based on such things as the income of the community. Gathering the information to apply for the grants could cost the village upwards of $20,000. Decker, who has been the director for since ’93, and with the DPW since '79 said there has never really been any main replacing in the village. "Proposal three is really the minimum I would recommend...the benefits of doing a significant amount of work are more grant possibilities, saving money and we wouldn't have to do this every couple years." "Whatever proposal we decide on needs to get into the hand of the engineer before January or February," said Decker, "so that they can begin to apply for funding." For Sale Auto 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $11,000OBO. 948­ 0502 EARN $9.00 PER HOUR WHILE YOU LEARN Join the nursing assistant class at Thomapple Manor and make a difference in the lives of others. The class will be held November 17 through December 6 and is not in session on weekends. After successful comple­ tion of state testing, wage will increase to $10 per hour. Apply for this opportunity in person by Novem­ ber 11. ^brnappie 2700 Nashville Road, Hastings, MI 49058 EOE �The Maple Valley News; Nashville, Tuesday, November 9,1999 — Page 9 For Sale NO WAX VINYL FLOOR­ ING AT $4.99 sq. yd.!!! Special purchase - cash & cany. LAMI­ NATE FLOORING AT $1.99 SQ. FT. 15 year warranty, sev­ eral colors, cash and carry, 100 sq. ft. minimum purchase. Bar­ gain shopper prices on carpet too! Call Westen’s Carpet, 210 E. Main, Middleville, 616-795­ 3000. Open Tuesday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-3pm DSS SATELLITE SYSTEM OWNERS, NOTICE. We pay cashforused satellite dish equip­ ment. Can’t pay the bill? Sell your equipment to Stealth, 100 minimum cash for any equip­ ment with a blue access H card, need not be working, must have valid access card. Call Stealth, 616-948-0253._____________ Students get cubicles for computer lab Instructors Kathy Pierce, (left) and Karen Kirchhoff were busy last week moving computers into a space that will be shared by the support room. The move allows students their own cubicles to minimize distractions while they work on the computers, they said. Barry County Extension Office CALENDER OF EVENTS Nov. 10 Nov. 13 Nov. 15 Nov. 17 Nov. 18 Nov. 20 Nov. 22 Nov. 22 Companion Animal Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. 4-H Young Artist Day, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Delton Middle School, delton. Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First Baptist Church. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Community Room, Courts and Law Bldg. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building. New volunteer interviews, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Courts and Law Comm. Room. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., HHS Cafeteria. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., HHS Cafeteria. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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HOMETOWhlj LUMBER YARD 4 $40" 517 852-0882 4 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 9, 1999 - Page 10 Lions' season ends, from pg. 1 The first quarter ended prevented Cole from racing scoreless but not without untouched down the sideline incident After stopping the to score. Shamrocks on their first Eight plays later, Ken series, the Lions drove to Lackscheide pushed the ball the Berrien Springs seven over from the one to wrap yard line before an up the scoring for the interception stopped the afternoon. A penalty moved drive. that extra point try back to As the quarter ended, the eight and it came up Berrien Springs took three yards short. possession after a Lion punt In the fourth quarter, and then drove 91 yards in Maple Valley stood tall and 17 plays before Andy stopped the Shamrocks on a Snyder took a pitch from fourth and inches to take quarterback Jon Koch, broke over with just under 10 two tackles and slid into the minutes left to play. Plenty of time in the usual Maple end zone. On the final play of the Valley scenario. But on half, Koch booted a 30-yard third and four, Ken Fetke field goal to make it 10-0 stepped in front of Cole to aided by convenient clock bat down a Lackscheide pass management that provided and stop the Maple Valley the Shamrocks with the drive. On the next series, ability to run two plays without taking any time off Nathan Swift recovered a the clock at the 41 second Shamrock fumble with 6:25 left to play and Maple mark. Maple Valley scored in Valley had one more the third quarter when Cole opportunity. Then on third intercepted a pass on his and inches, Richard Smith own 47-yard line and hit the hole for three yards returned it 41 yards to the to keep the drive alive. A Shamrock's 22. Only four yard loss on first down Koch's desperation tackle put the Lions in a hole and Jacob Cole (27) intercepts a Berrien Springs pass and proceeds up field as two unbeatens battled it out on the Berrien Springs gridiron. (Photo by Shelly Sulser) i raftShow& Salej g Luncheon & Bake Sale Friday & Saturday, November 12th & 13th 9:00- 4:00 pm Nashville VFW the next third down play illustrated the intensity of the day and, unfortunately, the' luck of the Lions. Lackscheide hit Justin VanAlstine over the middle and he twisted, kicked, clawed and scratched his way from the twenty to the seventeen, three additional yards, 11 total on the play, but still three yards short. Maple Valley got the ball back one more time, following a punt with 2:04 left to play. But Snyder ended any hopes the Lions had of a comeback when he went high to intercept a Lackscheide pass and the Shamrocks ran out the clock on the game and the season for Maple Valley. What if? Todd earns spot in state c.c. finals Maple Valley's record of seven consecutive appearances by its girls cross country team was snapped, but Hayley Todd still represented the Lady Lions at last Saturday's championship held in Brooklyn. Todd was 14th at the Oct. 30 Class C regional at Bath, finishing the course with a career best 21:30. The Lady Lions' team wound up fifth out of 16 teams and only three squads earned spots to the State finals. This marks the second year in a row that Todd has qualified for the State finals at the Michigan Speedway as an individual. She was only 11 seconds behind the ninth place finisher at Bath and she beat many runners who had finished in front of her during the course of the regular season. Cassady Murphy placed 27th in 22:17, finishing out of the No. 1 spot for the first time all season. Carissa Keasler was 43rd in 23:35, Michelle Silsbee 46th in 23:40, Terilyn VanOrder 50th in 23:54 and Camille Wieland 79th in 27:47. For the boys team, Ken Rhodes and Ryan Emerick ended their cross country seasons with times of 18:29 and 19:03 respectively. Rhodes was 39th overall. Marc Bush covered the course in 20:40, Michael Hamilton in 21:19 and Justin Sealy in 22:15. Todd's run in Brooklyn was her final 5K ofher great high school career. November 15 at 5:00 a.m. HUNTERS BREAKFAST Serving at the Vermontville United Methodist Church Through 8:00 am For only $4.00 you can have... • 2 Eggs any way you want • 2 Sausage links • 2 Pancakes -or- 2 Texas Toast -or- 1 Biscuit & Sausage Gravy • Coffee & Juice Pancake breakfast planned for Nov. 13 A pancake breakfast is planned at the Sunfield Church off the Brethren, corner of Sunfield and St. Joe Highway Saturday, Nov. 13, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Some bazaar items, knives, brooms and cards, will be for sale. A free-will offering will be taken. Proceeds will go to mission outreach. Chad VanEngen (68) and Randy Silsbee (52) reveal the emotion following Saturday afternoon's tough playoff loss. Cook scores 19 twice for Lady Lions Maple Valley's varsity girls basketball team is coming off two hard defeats to Olivet, 50-42, and Webberville, 51-46. Jessie Cook scored 19 points, pulled down 11 rebounds and had 4 blocked shots against Olivet. Amy Pennington had 7 points and 5 boards, while Alexis Smith, Jessie Gearin and Sarah Cook each tallied 4 points. Jessie Cook again led the Lady Lions with 19 points and 6 blocks in the battle versus Webberville. Gearin had 10 points and 10 rebounds and Sarah Cook managed 8 points and 5 assists. Parents Night is this Friday (Nov. 12) as Maple Valley entertains Morrice. Eighth-grade eagers win final two The eighth grade girls basketball team ended its season with two wins over Webberville (32-21) and Morrice (29-21). The eagers finished the campaign at 12­ 2. Stephanie Joostberns led the Lady Lions with 14 points in the first game. Megan Garvey added 10 markers and Chayla Robles scored 4 points. The game ofthe season in the second win over Morrice featured many lead changes. In the final three minutes, M.V. moved ahead and a left-handed layup and a three-pointer by Garvey. The defense was a key in the Morrice triumph as many adjustments were made to keep the ball out of the hands of the opponent's center. Garvey tallied 13 points and Joostberns added 7 markers. Free NIA aerobic class scheduled The Wellness Center at Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital in Charlotte will offer free NIA classes Monday, Nov. 15, and Thursday, Nov. 18, from noon to 1 p.m. NIA (Neuromuscular Integrative Action) or Non­ impact Aerobics is some­ times simply called “Joyful Movement,” because it does­ n’t feel like a typical aerobic class. Dr. Kathy Keller, osteo­ pathic physician and certi­ fied NIA instructor, and Michelle Quinn, practicing massage therapist and certi­ fied NIA instructor, will guide participants safely with a series of easy-to-fol­ low, mindful movements set to music. Participants can discover the wisdom within them and for this blend of Eastern and Western move­ ments, which is easy for people of all sizes and fitness levels. Space is limited, so reserve your spot no later than Nov. 14 by calling the Wellness Center at (517) 543-9575. The Wellness Center is located in the lower level of the Professional Office Building at 123 Lansing Street in Charlotte. Maple 1 Vallev^^™ W Lions on another Championship^ Football Season! • 9-0 Regular Season • 7 SMAA Championship This Decade • Outscored opponents 310-99 • Division 6 District Finalists �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, November 9, 1999 - Page 11 These AREA MERCHANTS ®® Support The Lions Year Around.., Lets Support These Merchants! Vermontville Grocery & Fresh Meat Market 726-0640 Diana’s Place M*66 Tire !0030Thomapple Lake Rd., Nashville 7775 Saddlebag Lk. Rd. (M-66) Lake Odessa 852-9481 374-1200 Maple Valley Chapel Kent Oil & Propane Nashville Hardware 204 N. Queen St., Nashville M-66 at S. Village Limits, Nashville 233 N. Main, Nashville 852-0840 852-9210 852-0718 Wolver's Real Estate Powers Service Hamlin's Quik Stop 135 Washington, Vermontville 8988 Greggs Crossing, Nashville Vermontville 726-0637 852-9587 726-1312 Musser Service MC Repair & Towing I06 S. Main St, Nashville 10708 Kinsel Hwy., Vermontville 202 N. Main St., Nashville 538 Sherman, Nashville 852-9446 852-1649 852-2500 852-0943 Vern's Repair Citizens L.L.C. Co. Hecker Agency Hansbarger Construction 367-4544 780 S. Main St., Vermontville 255 N. Main, Nashville 11201 Vermontville Hwy. 726-0514 852-9680 726-0323 Mace Pharmacy Hometown Lumber Eaton Federal Savings Bank Cheryl's Hair Shop 219N. Main St., Nashville 219 S. State, Nashville 109 S. Main St., Nashville 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville 852-0845 852-0882 852-1830 852-2377 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. Nancy's Beauty Shop Maple Valley Real Estate Kenyon's Sales & Service 1823 Coville Rd., Wqodland 737 Sherman, Nashville (7 blocks E. of Main) Ken's Standard Service 209 S. Main, Vermontville 726-0589 Good Time Pizza 501 N. Main, Nashville New Hours: Mon.. TUes. 10-10; Wed.. Thurs & Sat -10-11: Fri. 10-Midnight; Sun. H-10 852-1985 or 852-1986 Maple Valley Concrete Products, Inc. 725 S. Durkee, Nashville 852-1900 Shirley's Chuck Furniture Stripping by Elaine and Stuart Wagon Cafe Stuart Southworth Owner Formerly Trowbridge Sales & Service 157 S. Main. Vermontville *227 N. Main, Nashville 726-0330 852-1915 or 852-1916 726-0569 • Fax 726-0608 Stanton Real Estate & Auctioneers Hastings City Bank Carl's Super Market, Inc. Sherman Street Auto Parts, Inc. 203 N. Main, Nashville 999 Reed St., Nashville Main St., Vermonville 745 Sherman St., Nashville 852-0790 852-1991 852-9500 852-1910 White Ford & New Holland 726-0181 • Fax 726-0060 130 S. Main Vermontville Stop by and "SAVE' at our NEW LOCATION �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 9,1999 - Page 12 Recent grad makes visit to Fuller Elementary by Shawn a Hubbarth StaffWriter Rose Dunham's class at Fuller Elementary enjoyed a story and craft session by 1998 Maple Valley graduate Hillary Cates last week Cates read a story about a turtle named Franklin, who tells a fib and then has to right the situation. Cates had the class then draw a picture depicting a fib that they had told and present to the class how they made the situation right. Cates is fulfilling her college requirement of 30 hours of hands-on experience in the classroom. She said she would like to be an elementary education/special education teacher. Dunham said the children enjoyed the time. Cates said it also was fun for herself "I love being in all these classes because I am getting a lot of experience and it shows me that teaching is what I really want to do," Cates said. Vermontville Women’s Club receives award The Vermontville Women’s Club received the “Club of the Year” award in recognition of its accom­ plishments, at the Southwest District Conference in Tekonsha attended by local club President JoeAnn Nehmer and member Sandy Haas. The purpose of this honor is to give recognition ofmost well rounded overall pro­ gram ofthe club work. The club must report in all departments and support all GFWC projects; meet all deadline of report writing; dues and officer informa­ tion; must have club activi­ ties in the arts, conservation, education, home life, inter­ national affairs and public affairs; participation in com­ munity improvement pro- gram and support Girlstown, GFWC Education Foundation, as well as mem­ bership and leadership pro­ motion. The Vermontville Women’s Club, established in 1940, now meeting the first Monday of the month from September to May. Along with meeting the required activities from the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC), many accomplishments throughout the years include establishing the Vermontville Public Library, donations to the MV Scholarship Fund, Hobby Award, Senior Tea, purchas­ ing stage and window cur­ tains and lighting for the Opera House, children’s story hour in the summer, Christmas Baskets for the Maple Syrup Festival donat­ ing to the Queen scholar­ ship, purchasing flowers and gift to the queen, only to list a few. “The club is very active. Many times an organization has a few people who do all the work, but not so in this group,” said Nehmer. “Every one pitches in and projects get done. Good examples are the recent salad bingo and the upcoming Syrup Festival craft show, both very large projects that take everyone’s involvement.” New members are wel­ come at any time, next meet­ ing, will be at home of Hildred Peabody Dec. 6. For more information, call Nehmer at 726-1019. Teacher Rose Dunham and Hillary Cates talk to the children about telling fibs. Hillary Cates reads a story about Franklin the turtle who tells a lie and has to make the situation right. 5# or More, Fresh Ground Farmland Breakfast Sausage \ Links Hamburger Lesser Amts $1.39 Lb. Center Cut IGA 15-1/4 Oz. I Pork Chops vegetables sssssss 6 Oz. Can, Hunt’s Tomato Paste Buy One at Sweet corn 16 Oz. Cottage Cheese 59* Get 8 Oz. Hunt’s Tomato sauce free COMPLETE DEER PROCESSINC Vermontville Grocer] ----and H6-0M0 Fresh Meat Market IGA ph Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-11-16.pdf 33f95f2b4f4d1a8e2436b0bab6e01b26 PDF Text Text 1 HAST &$ J^tNj ublished by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. -43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 46/November 16, 1999 Lack of progress on new pact protested Teachers picket school board meeting by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maple Valley teachers and support staff crowded last week's school board meeting in an effort to show their growing resentment over stalled contract negotiations. The staff has been work­ ing under the terms of the old contract that expired last June 30 while bargaining for a new one continues. In a recent press release, the Maple Valley Education As­ sociation said the negotia­ tions are taking too long, and little progress is being made. Prior to the meeting, teachers and staff walked back and forth in front of Kellogg Elementary School, where the meeting was held, carrying signs that read, "Loyalty Deserves a Fair Contract." Maple Valley Education Association President Sharlot Sours told the board, "We are here to show con­ cern for the lack of progress being made at the table... I have been bargaining for many years and this is the worst situation I have seen." Sours said the mood at the table was "threatening" and the board's bargaining team was falsely portraying the association as being un­ available for negotiations in the month of July. There were reasons for the un­ availability, which included hospital stays and prepaid travel, she said. "We might ask: 'Where was the board when we were ready to negotiate in April?"' she said. Maple Valley teachers and staff held signs and walked back and forth in front of Kellogg before last week's school board meeting. They are protesting the lack of progress during negotiations for a new contract. "The name of the game is not cut and gut," she said. "We have new facilities, but behind these walls employ­ ees are working under stress­ ful conditions... we are working with a very adver­ sarial (bargaining) team. "Just remember an em­ ployee's working conditions are a student's learning con­ ditions," she said. Her comments drew lengthy and boisterous ap­ plause from the crowd of teachers and staff. See teachers picket, pg. 2 Mike Kenyon resigns Man falls asleep at wheel, strikes carvillage A northbound Wayland man who apparently fell asleep at the wheel on M-79 at Devine Road Wednesday collided with a southbound car carrying a Nashville family, according to the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Police. Trooper Scott Sharrar said no one suffered life threatening injuries, though the 21-year-old mother, Leah Hoag, apparently suffered a broken arm and had to be extricated by firefighters. She was not wearing a seatbelt but a passenger side airbag did deploy at impact. Suffering a minor injury was her husband, driver Troy Hoag, 28, who was using a seatbelt. Their children, Troy Jr., 2, and Emma, six months were properly restrained and unhurt, said Sharrar. Steven Farrell, 26, of Wayland, suffered a broken nose when the cars collided and his Saturn rolled over. Farrell was wearing a seatbelt ahd he was issued a citation for careless driving. council by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Nashville village council "regretfully" accepted the resignation of ' council member Mike Kenyon at last week's meet­ ing. Kenyon, who was elected to the council two years ago, cited time constraints as his reason for leaving. An appointed replacement will be sought soon by the council. The seat is up for re-election in March, along with two other council posts, and the president's seat. Nominating petitions are due to the village office by 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30. In other business Thurs­ day night, the council: • Discussed the six pro­ posals to upgrade the current water system. The council talked about the different op­ tions to fund the improve­ ments and will continue dis­ cussion at its next meeting. • Updated zoning ordi­ nances (copies are available at the office.) • Heard from council seat member Frank Dunham about resubmitting for the enhancement grant for the railbed trail. Council re­ quested more information about the grant and will re­ visit the matter at the next meeting. • Listened to a presenta­ tion by Dixie Brandt, who talked about Nashville join­ ing the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce, and exposure in the commerce's brochure. The council made no decision about joining. •Accepted the resignation of Department of Public Works employee Randy Betts. Betts had been with the department nearly 12 years said DPW Director Scott Decker. After the meeting Decker said, "He was a good em­ ployee, he had a lot of expe­ rience and he was able to do most anything... he will be greatly missed." Decker said he wanted to express his thanks for "his time and service to the vil­ lage over the years." The village will advertise to fill his position. In This Issue • MVEA donates $200 to two local libraries • Community forum to focus on youth violence • Comedy to be performed locally this weekend • Gas leak shuts down Vermontville briefly �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 16,1999 - Page 2 M.V.M.S. Foundation announces a new ‘named’ scholarship Lloyd J. Eaton and Frances H. Eaton recently donated $50,000 to Maple Valley Memorial Scholar­ ship Foundation. The M.VM.S.F. has sever­ al “named” scholarships to recognize larger gifts. These sizable gifts have increased the amount available for scholarships awarded each year. The board of directors determine the size of the “named” scholarships at the spring meeting. Last June there were six named scholarships: Keihl, Good (2), Hickok, Lintner and Hartenburg, which var­ ied in amount from $500 to $2000 and accounted for $6,500 of the $25,000 total awarded. Phyllis Simpson, Don Michelle Jeff and Jill Whitaker, Hod and Theresa Hull, Carroll and Marge Wolff, Vernon and Elva Boyles, Gerald and Anne Kent, Mr. and Mrs. Frances Mercer, Donald Willems, Wilbur and Kay Marsh, Norman and Joan Wilmore, El Centro Regional Medical Center Medical Staff, Michael and Martha Gross, Citizens LCC, Theodore and Pam Fox, Pioneer Memorial Heathcare District, Susan and Andy Joostbems, Don and Irene Shelton, Michigan Education Association, Foley and Lardner,' El Centro Regional Medical Center, and Bernie and Ruth Hickey. Memorials for Ida Trumble Zakshesky were from Dawn and Bob Dobbrastine, Norman and Joan Wilmore, Arline Hokanson, Ernest Lindberg, Hod and.Theresa Hull, Barb and Bud Dun Dunneback, Karla (Seeley} Hale , Elbert and &Dorothy Carpenter, John and Phyllis Simpson, Vernon and Elva Boyles, Wilbur and Kay Marsh, Citizens LCC, Roger and Diane Gardner, Russell and Mary Smith, Robert and Lois gardner, Russell O. Smith Family, Stanton Cheeseman Management Co., Albert and Nancy Ains­ worth, Marvin and Judy Laurie, Bonnie Wampler, and Ina Post. Barbara Morris Memor­ ials were from: The Russell O. Smith Family, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, and Citizens LCC. Ralph Richardson memo­ rials were from Louise Bahs, Dorothy and Lee McMillen, Elmer and Junia Jarvie, Bruce Brumm, Doug Brumm Family, Jerry A new Benefactor ($ 1,000/cumulative) listing is the Jarene Fox Memorial. A new Patron ($500/cumulative) listing is the Ralph Richardson Memorial. Additional 1999 Funder ($100/calendar year) listings are: El Centro Regional Medical Center-Medical Staff, Jarene Fox Memorial, Ralph Richardson Memorial, Lloyd Eaton Memorial, El Centro Regional Medical Center, Citizens L.C.C., Ida Trumble Zakshesky Memorial, Lloyd J. Eaton, Frances H. Eaton, and Foley and Lardner. Memorials for Jarene Fox came from Ambrose Fox, Agnes Thelen, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, John and -fall IsJierelll Qiana's Qlacef < The Place to Gofor 'Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road f Diana^Kuempel 852-94811 See scholarships, pg. 3 Public Schools Work The Maple Valley Education Association wants to thank the Maple Valley Educational Support Personnel for all you do. Janet Adams Art Allwardt Becky Anderson Suzanne Burns Laurie Cook Diane Cousins Laurel Dean Barbara Dickinson Sheila Dunn Mary Fisher Charlene Garvey Sherry Gould Janice Johnson Karen Kirchoff Bonnie Maker Michelle McClelland Tracey Mihailoff Rae Murphy Denise Myers Beverly Oleson Judy Parks Kathy Pierce Robin Rodriguez Vicki Root Michelle Schaffer Sheila Tobias Cynthia Walker Charlie Wawiernia Anne Woodman Deb Baker Kim Fowler Donna Garvey Brinda Hawkins Patricia McClelland Kathleen Nickel Bessie Smith Kelly Jo Zank Jerry Aldrich Steve Augustine David Gilding Stanley Graham Kim Hansen Darlene Hughes George Skedgell Dennis Smith Kelly Vorce Donna Abbott Charlotte Cowell Sue Cowell Gloria Hummell Donna Mahon Patsy Semrau Shelly Swift Dale Augustine Barb Byington Deb Decker Elaine Gardner Judy Gardner Gloria Goodner Yvonne Grove Robert Harvey Karen Hulsebos Darlene Joostbems Yvonne Kill Becky Knoll Sally Magoon Deb McIntire Loretta Pixley Roxanne Ripley Laurel Thompson Jodi VanAlstine Theressa Woodman Kris Wyble William Quick Tim Tower American Education Week Nov. 14-20,1999 Superintendent Clark Volz gives Kent Mead a Maple Valley pride pin for his dedication to youth sports. Teachers picket, continued from pg. 1— The board did not respond to her comments. It usually’, does not respond during! public comments at meet­ ings. One man in the audience stood up and said he felt the board was looking after the interests of the taxpayers and he felt they (school board members) were doing a good job with the negotia­ tions. "There are two sides to every story," he said. In other business the board: • Reviewed the yearly au­ dit with Don Lloyd of Foote and Lloyd from Battle Creek. "All in all, it is a good audit," he told the board. • Agreed to perform the necessary procedures to have site closures at the bus garage ground contamina­ tion at the cost of $70,600. • Heard from Fuller Prin­ cipal Bernie Hynes who said that with the new construc­ tion, the building has more doors and that some people have been going directly to classrooms to pick children up from school. "That is a safety concern," she said. Superintendent Clark Volz told-her to go ahead and secure the doors. • Heard a presentation from Volz on the voucher/tax credit tax de­ -tions of bus aide Barb Sym­ bate. ington, child care worker The debate focuses on po­ Evelyn Fisher, and part-time tential ballot question on custodian Robert Rhodes. whether to make tax credit • Hired part-time custoor vouchers legal for use dian Donna Abbott. toward private schools. .Volz said the district needed to be aware of the effect this would have on public schools, and the millions of Downtown Hastings on State St. dollars that would be lost 1 ■800-535-7203 945-2243 with the change in the ONLY $3.75 Matinees before 6 pm, Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tuesday Michigan constitution. $4.50 with Student ID after 6pm $4.00 Late Shows Frl & Sat DIGITAL STEREO • Recognized Nashville Q No paasss or Tuesday discounts resident Ken Mead with a Unlimited Free Drink Refills & .25c Corn Refills Maple Valley Pride pin. Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View "He has been a faithful attendee to youth sports events... since I first came here I have seen Kent at FALL MATINEES! sporting events. He has al­ SATURDAYS. SUNDAY 1O&. 11 AM PRINCE OF EGYPT (PG) ways been interested with what the kids are doing. He is a good part of our com­ munity," said Volz. • Approved winter coach­ ing recommendations and noted they are still seeking a seventh grade volleyball ■ Q POKEMON (G) coach. ■ MON/WED 5:20,7:25,9:30 • Accepted the resigna■ TUES 1:00,3:15,5:20,7:25,9:30 HASTINGS 4 ■ O THE BACHELOR (PG-13) ■ MON/WED 5:05,7:20,9:35 ■ TUES 12:30,2:45,5:05,7:20,9:35 ■ MUSIC OF THE HEART (PG) Community Notice HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home omemprovemen,quccosimprovement, quick closings. 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Charlotte, Michigan �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 16,1999 - Page 3 Scholarships, continued from pg. 1------Brumm Family, Vernon and Eloise Wheeler, Carroll and Marge Wolff, Louise Annis, David Annis and Family, Hilda Zerbel, Kingsley and Mary Lou Zerbel, Herman and Lynda Zerbel, Anne and Duane Reuther, Wade and Mary Carpenter, Mr. and Mrs. Fred W. Bishop, Eldon and Wilma Day, Don and Alaice Gilbert, Stewart E. Day, David and Phyllis orial was from Andrew and Settles, Nashville Class of Joan Hansen, Nora J. Welker 1951, Bill and Laura memorial was from Gerald Furstenay, Geraldine Johnand Anne Kent. Herbert Shaw memorial was from son, Jerry and Jan Johnson, Donald and Peggy Smith, Phyl Cheryl Kara and Elizabeth Arnold, Wayne Chancey Rathburn, Mar­ Woodard Memorial and Marion Pennock, garet Wendell and Janet Day, Jean from Tom and Marie Garity. W. Eldon “Edge” Chase Sill, Bab Markillie, Kay Manning,-and Sharlot Sours. memorials were from Kenneth and Dorothy Jones, A Florence Word Mem- and M.V M.S. Foundation Board of Directors. Lloyd Eaton Memorials were from Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, Bob and Lois Gardner, Kenneth and Andrea Patrick, Larry and Marilyn Royston, Roy Weaver, Julsitta Van Vleck, John and Margg Moyer and Jennie Neff. GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 HELP SUPPORT OUR LOCAL CHURCHES ADVERTISE IN THIS SPACE! What is cod's Plan? The first chapter of Ephesians tells us that Cod understands us and knows what is best for us at all times. 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TVe would like to say “Thank-you” to the 4th and 5th grade Blue Tootball Team players and theirfamiliesfor all they didfor us when T.B. was hurt.jjlso, John and Cindy Boss, Craig Xacheide, JulieJIamilton, Taits, Bodenmullers, Coris’ and the Wilsonfamilies, and Denise Myers and family Maple Valley Chapel 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 RICHARD A. GENTHER Manager Chdckwagon Cafe 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 am-9 pm 517-852-2500 happy trails... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm WOLE VER’S Real Estate a, 945-9554 Elsie E. Wolever, Broker 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 Res. Ask for our sales Dept. (517) 726-0637 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8Q3 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ................ 11 a.m. Evening Worship..................... 6 p.m. W.ednesday Family Night Service ................ 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... .11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ..........6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................................. 7 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON PASTOft GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E.- Baseline Rd. . Corner of Baseline & Church Roads * .(2-miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Sunday School -................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............... 11 a.m. ■ (Nursery Provided) Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. .11 a.(n. Church School ................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. REV. ERIC LISON - Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road .301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School .............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship............. .......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................... 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ........................ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship ................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH . Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training ■ (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School. A.M. Service..... P.M. Service.... ......... 10 a.m. , .11:15 a.m. ......... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10a Fellowship Time..............10:30 a.m. Adult Class . ’.. .............. 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................. 11a.m. P.M. Service 7 p.m. Wed. Service 7 p.m.. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening... ...6:30 p.m. Sunday Mass............ ...9:30 a.m. 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship............................. 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service .......6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA................ 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. M-79 West Sunday Schoo 0 a.m. Worship.............................. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 REV. DANIEL SMITH ' ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion FATHER MIKE STAFFORD ................. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................... 9 a.m. VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ................. 10 a.m. Church Service..................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. 2nd and 4th Sundays of every. Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 16,1999 - Page 4 New Kellogg programs toured at open house Linda Miller and program director Janel Pena (far right) tell those touring the new program facilities at Kellogg about a typical day for the kids. School board members hear from Community Education Director Linda Miller (left) in the child care room. by Shawna Hubbarth The Dog House * * * Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Claude Hine, Groomer 269 S. Pease Road Coming in Oct. to the Vermontville, MI 49096 Yellow Pages StaffWriter School board members and the community toured the new programs at Kel­ logg Elementary last Mon­ day during its open house. Also toured was the Sec­ ond Chance Program facili­ ties and Alternative Educa­ tion classrooms, which are not new, but the location is. Three new programs have started this year at Kellogg. Farm AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite or Calcitic. Cail Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. 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Main • Nashville, MI j 517-852-2540 Open: Monday-Friday 10-5; Saturday 10-3 ■ /W �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 16,1999 - Page 5 MVEA donates $200 to two local libraries MapleValley Education Association President Sharlot Sours (left) presents Director of the Vermontville Library Katie Sharpe, and assistant Director of Putnam Library Brenda Shoup with checks totaling $200. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Maple Valley Educa­ tion Association has donated $200 to local libraries re­ cently. [fc nuiit mjamjiiji ilftr, itiiMiiliitaja afe Teimmtf dpi tfipWt JKS. W WiMis sirimMiiE KitoteW HraiBilm f* tiptiiiKirt j^taaiiinW L Hjstsdii ip ■mJ ^*SW««- ibdn* Hflffl’S iift^ H M J /Vi Checks of $100 each were given to the Vermontville Library and Putnam Library. Public relations chairper­ son Norma Jean Acker said, "The reason we started to do this is because the commu­ nity does so much for us that we wanted some way to show our appreciation for the good things happening in the community." Acker said the association donates money every year to community events or causes. In the past, they have donated to Clown's Dreamland for Putnam Park playground equipment, and the Revue. The association donates money every year to the Maple Valley Education Association. Acker said the donation to the libraries coincides with American Education week. "It is true to say that we see ourselves as partners with the community for ed­ ucation," she said. Maple Valley school menus Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Nov. 17 Cheesie bread sticks, green beans, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Nov. 18 Cheese pizza, carrot sticks, pear halves, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Nov. 19 Pancakes on a stick, pota- AMERICAN EDUCATION WEEK KJW Students Today, Leaders Tomorrow to wedges, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Nov. 22 Chicken fries, muffin square, mashed potatoes, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Nov. 23 Pizza pocket, green beans, applesauce, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfastthis year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 17 Choose One - Spaghetti, pizza, chicken sandwich, breakfast bar. Choose Two -garden salad, green beans, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Thursday, Nov. 18 Choose One - pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, glazed carrots, pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, Nov. 19 Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, peaches, ]’uice, milk. Monday, Nov. 22 Choose One Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar; Choose Two - garden salad, mashed pota­ toes, peaches, juice, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 23 Choose One - Cheesie bread sticks, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, applesauce, juice, milk. Real Estate nea/MEA/ECEA NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION www.nea.org FORECLOSED HOMES! LOWORSODOWN! Gov’t& Bank Repos being sold Now! Financing available! Local list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. Maplewood Honor Roll 4th Grade All A’s Tori Ewing, Brittney Gardner, Lauren Pierce, Della Quantrell, Meagan VanEngen. A-B Honor Roll - Markie Brumm, Jordan Ghadrick, Danielle Christensen, Emily Clark, Adam Cook, Tony Corwin, Tyler Corwin, Koty Crabtree, Jennifer Curtis, Taylor Cushing, Austin Earl, Emily Elded, Jacob Furlong, Kylie Gardner, Allen Gar­ rett, Brittany Garza, Ashley Gonser, Ethan Griswold. Nathan Hale, Matt Hamil­ ton, Rion Hanes, Randy Henry, Tim Keeler, Karissa Kellogg, Scott Kersjes, Jacob Kirk, Chris Loveall, Deven Meade, Fawn Montague, Jason Ellison-Montague, Nick Nisse, Josh Norton, Chelsey Parish, Kelli Perry, Ashley Phenix, Chad Rhodes, Aaron Root, Kaleb Root, Josh Sams, Jarrod Schaffer, Ryan Schroder. Jared Smith, Britiney Stambaugh, Tyler Tefft, Matthew Walh, Kathleen Welch, Matt Welnak, Jed Wieland, Charles Wymer. 5th Grade All A’s - Jessica Chaffee, Christy Dietrick, Amanda Feighner, Erika Hummel, Kristen Hummel, Mary Jew­ ell, Amy Joostberns, Justine King, Lucas Knox, Karen Powell, Kayla Rodriguez, Jessica Winegar, Mike Wyman. A-B Honor Roll T.J. Bentley, Olivia Blakely, Austin Bodenmuller, Kate­ lyn Boss, Trisha Carney, Tiffany Caudill, Mike Chap­ man, Brian Conklin, Micah Coplin, Jamie Corwin, Dus­ tin Diamond, Chris Eckhoff, Alisha Felmlee, Adam Fos­ ter, Meghan Gaber, Breann Gardner, Jarred Goris, Brittany Hallifax, Samantha Hodack. 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New Computer Systems Starting at $795 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 16,1999 - Page 6 Commission on Aging menu, schedule told Commission ofAging Lite Meals Wednesday, Nov. 17 Peanut butter and jelly, crackers, cucumber salad, pears. Thursday, Nov. 18 Assortment of aged and cubed cheeses, crackers, baked beans, mixed fruit. Friday, Nov. 19 Homemade tuna salad, dinner roll, potato salad, applesauce. Monday, Nov. 22 Chicken salad spread, din­ ner roll, three bean salad, peaches. Tuesday, Nov. 23 Ham salad, crackers, com salad, pears. Hearty Meals Wednesday, Nov. 17 Homemade pot roast, muffin, peas and carrots, mashed potatoes, fruit juice. Thursday, Nov. 18 Turkey ala king, egg noo- dles, mixed vegetables, stewed tomatoes, sweet treat. Friday, Nov. 19 Baked ham, corn bread, yams, green beans, pineap­ ple. Monday, Nov. 22 Polish sausage, braised cabbage, glazed carrots, din­ ner roll, sweet treat. Tuesday, Nov. 23 Pepper steak w/rice, green beans, Brussels sprouts, pudding. Events Wednesday, Nov. 17 Hastings, Headstart, crafts/bingo; Nashville, social day; Woodland, trivia, bingo; Delton, Linda Boldry, Diabetic Screenings, 11 a.m.-noon. Thursday, Nov. 18 Hastings, line dancing, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, trivia. Friday, Nov. 19 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, Bill Walker, 11:30 a.m.- HELP WANTED Nashville, Castleton & Maple Grove Ambulance Service has openingsfor residents interested in serving their community on the ambulance. For more information call 852-9661 or 852-0811 Good noon. Monday, Nov. 22 Hastings, line dancing, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Nov. 23 Hastings and Nashville, puz­ zles. Community forum to focus on violence by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education is inviting par­ ents, community leaders and others to a forum at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 23, on ways to decrease the youth vio­ lence in the community. Superintendent Clark Volz said the meeting is an open invitation for people to come together to brain­ storm ideas on safety issues involving the community's youth. "The problem is bigger than the schools," said Volz. "It is an invitation to all those that are interested in working for solutions. It is not just a gripe session but a way for us to brain­ storm ideas." Volz said the meeting, which will be held at the high school auditorium, would eventually break into small groups to maximize interaction and dialogue. Compare To nal Brands And Save! Myrtie Bell (Hager) Coppess SUNFIELD Mrs. Myrtie Bell (Hager) Coppess, age 92, of Sunfield, passed away Tuesday, November 9j 1999, at her farm home on Round Lake Road. She was born on November 3, 1907 in Sunfield Township, the daughter of Ira Jay Hager and Ethel Bell (Porter) Hager. Mrs. Coppess lived in the Vermontville area and graduated from Vermontville High School in 1926. That same year she moved to Sunfield. In 1927 she attended Western State Teachers College in Kalamazoo and graduated in 1930 with a Elementary Life Teaching Certificate. She was a teacher at Hager School, and did substitute teaching at Sunfield Elementary School for six years (1957­ 1963). Mrs. Coppess was a 4-H leader for 10 years. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Mrs. Coppess was preceded in death by her mother and father, Ethel Bell (Porter) Hager in 1933, and Ira Jay Hager in 1967; an infant brother, (year unknown); sister, Ruthie Lorita 1909; brother, Merton LaVearl Hager 1989; husband, John Edward Coppess 1999. She is survived by four children, Betty (Jack) Smith of Sunfield, Doris Tony M. Dunkelberger NASHVILLE - Tony M. Dunkelberger, age 34, of Nashville, passed away on Wednesday, November 10, 1999 in Alpena. He was bom on April 15, 1965 in Battle Creek, the son of Harvey and Linda Dunkelberger. Tony graduated from Maple Valley High School and received his Bachelors Degree from Olivet College. He married Michelle Frith in Nashville on December 9, 1983. They moved to the Alpena area in 1996 where he was employed with Alpena Public Schools. Tony was preceded in death by his father, Harvey in 1997. He is survived by his wife, Michelle; one son, Kellen; two daughters, Jessilyn and LeeAnn; mother, Linda Dunkelberger of Nashville; w l Neighbor j Pharmacy Iron 50 mg. Valerian Root Time Release • 30’s Vitamin E Coenzyme 400 I.U. Q-10 (Darrell) Bell of Sunfield, Ruth Ann (Ron) Fuller of Houston, Texas, and Jack E. (Betty Lee) Coppess of Toledo, Ohio; 10 grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Friday, November 12, 1999, at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel in Sunfield. Reverend Brian Sheen of the Sunfield United Methodist Church officiated. Interment services were at the Funeral Home at the Sunfield Cemetery. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association in Memory of Mrs. Myrtie Bell Coppess (Hager). sister, Shelly (Michael) Callton of Nashville; and brother, Greg (Jill) Dunkelberger of Tennessee. Mass of the Resurrection was held on Monday, November 16,1999 at St. Cyril Catholic Church of Nashville. Interment took place at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Anne Youth Ministry. O.K.“Red” Washburn NASHVILLE - O. K. “Red” Washbum, age 79, of Nashville, passed away Tuesday, November 9, 1999 at Thomapple Manor where he had been a resident for 2-1/2 years. He was bom September 28, 1920 in Cooper Center, the son of Charles & Zena (Laudenslager) Washbum. Mr. Washbum attended Hastings High School and served in the United States Navy during World War II. He was married to Virginia Hines on February 23, 1940 in Kalamazoo. Mr. Washbum retired from St. Regis Paper Company after 35 years of service. He was also employed at Ingersoll Steel in Kalamazoo and Clark Equipment, and he built & owned Fine Lake Grochery Store. He was a member of the American Legion #298 in Battle Creek and was Chaplain & Commander three times for the Thomapple Valley VFW Post #8260 in Nashville. He enjoyed being with his family, his Golden Retriever dog: “Guy”, and gardening & fishing. Mr. Washbum was preceded in death by two sons: Dennis Washbum in 1998 and Dale Washbum in 1994; also two brothers & 1 sister. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; son David (Betty) Washbum of Lansing; daughters, Dianne (Jerry) Roush of Dowling, and Debra (Ron) Doolittle of West Olive; many grandchildren & great grandchildren; daughters-inlaw, Linda French of Hastings, and Joanne Washbum ofMancelona. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 11, 1999, from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 11, 1999 at 1:00 P.M. at the Maple Valley Chapel with the VFW Post #8260 from Nashville officiating. Burial will take place at Union Cemetery in Dowling. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer Association. to place pour ACHON-ad! 7fat &UC tya On 'ykvteve'i A gift to the Barry Community Foun­ dation is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more infor­ mation on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. ianyyc o community foundation . i: (fating �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 16, 1999 — Page 7 Comedy to be performed this weekend Director Norma Jean Acker said the play features experienced actors as well as new talent. Guest Whitside causes havoc for the Stanley family when his visit is extended because of an injury. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 5l*«, basaitd^ G®1 2?Sl I Ififa; Wli Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HIYIS* fWt ®Wljii MLS Fax: 852-9138 “The Man Who Came to Dinner," will be performed by the high school this weekend. 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"The Man Who Came to Dinner," is a great comedy for all ages, said Director Norma Jean Acker. OPEN HOUSE Sunday, Nov. 21 • 12-3 PM 421 Kellogg Street (Nashville) Directions: Nashville - Main Street, east on Kellogg, house on left. N-88. RANCH HOME on a large lot with a view of Mul­ berry Fore Golf Course. • Complete remodeling • Large family room • Laundry room with 1 /2 bath • 3 bedrooms • Maple Valley schools....................................... $79,900. YOUR HOSTESS: ALENE HAMILTON 616-948-9611 Westdale WESTDALE WITZEL & ASSOC. ® 948-3770 629 W. State Street (We've Moved!) "The Man Who Came to Dinner" will be performed by the high school this weekend. The show, said director Norma Jean Acker, is a comedy that is great for all ages. "We have a lot of new talent in the show, as well as some of the more experi­ enced... all in all, it's a re­ ally fun play." Tickets for the Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows are $3 available at the door to the auditorium. 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I Located Nashville. access to 1-69 expressway inter­ change. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call Hortier. VL-49L ed home. Appliances included. gas available located at the end of Call Nyle to see this properly private road deed restrictions. Cafl Nyle........................... (VL-39) south of (CH-75) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 16, 1999 - Page 8 McGhan-Thompson married Dalaina Lynn McGhan of College Grove, Tenn, and Tracy Linn Thompson of Franklin, Tenn, were married May 29 at Epworth United Methodist . Church with LeNoir Culbertson of Franklin officiating. The bride is the daughter of Darryl and Diane McGhan originally from Nash­ ville, Ml and the bridegroom is the son of James and Brenda Thompson of Franklin, Tenn. The couple is living in Columbia, Tenn. Fuller kids learn about fibs by Shawna Hubbarth High School surveillance camera installed Midstate Security Co. installs a video surveillance camera for the parking lot at the high school last week. The Maple Valley School Board decided to install the camera after school officials said the new construction blocked the view to the lot. Gas leak shuts down Vermontville briefly The Eaton County SherifPs Department and the Vermontville Fire Depart- ment responded to a gas leak in Vermontville last Mon­ day, officials said. HELP WANTED Applications will be accepted for a full-time DPW position with the Village of Nashville. Starting pay will range from $12.07 to $14.07, depending on qualifications, plus benefits. Applications will be available at the Village office, Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call Scott Decker at 517-852-9571. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Resumes and applica­ tions will be returned only at request of appli­ cant. All resumes and applications will become the property of the Village and will be public information unless otherwise requested. The leak, located behind Nancy's Beauty Salon, hap­ pened when a fence that was being put up hit the gas line, officials say. Main Street was closed for a half hour and business were evacuated as precau­ tions, said Melissa Rowland ofthe fire department. Both agencies were on the scene for about a half hour before Consumers Energy fixed the problem. NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ 3689 Ext#1400 24hrs. 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Cates had the class then draw a picture depicting a fib that they had told and present to the class how they made the situation right Cates is fulfilling her college requirement of 30 hours of hands-on experi­ ence in the classroom. She said she would like to be an elementary education/special education teacher. Dunham said the chil­ dren enjoyed the time. Cates said it was fun for her, too. "I love being in all these classes because I am get­ ting a lot of experience and it shows me that teaching is what I really want to do," Cates said. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. _______Hastings, Ml Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; [ Thurs 7 to 6; Sat 7 to 12 945*9526 BANKRUPTCY LEGAL SERVICES. First consultation free, fees fully explained in ad­ vance, call 616-945-3512 for appointment. ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS, windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 SAVE ON MASS MAILING COSTS when you want to reach a large audience, insert yourbro­ chure in one ofour local publica­ tions. Call 616-945-9554 Vermontville Christmas Baskets program set Basket over or even to live on. Or Committee, made up oflocal of General Federation Women’s Clubs and community members is gearing up for the holidays, assisting needy families in in the they may be retired people on fixed income. Last year the committee The Christmas Vermontville area with food and toys to brighten the hol­ iday season. Names of recipients are from applications either from Family County Independence Agency or by filling out a form at the Vermontville Village Office. More people are employed now, but may be facing the situation of what is called the working poor. They are making money, but not enough to have extra left gave out ‘Senior Bags,” given just to let them know they are appreciated and remembered. Application deadline for toy request is Nov. 23, which is set by the Toys for Tots Campaign. Final date for food baskets only is Dec. 3. Forms are in the Village Office to fill out. Or those who wish to make a donation to the event can drop it off there, too. Checks arc to made out to the be Vermontville Christmas Baskets program. POSITION OPEN Due to a resignation, there is now an opening on the Nashville Village Council. Any Nashville resident, 18 yrs. or older, interested in filling a seat on the council until April 1, 2000 should contact the Village office at 206 N. Main or call 852-9544, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. by November 29, 1999. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 106 ZONING ORDINANCE (REVISED) The following is the newly adopted wording of the Nashville Zoning Ordinance, Chapter XII, F-1 Flood Plain District as adopted on 11-10-99 during a reg­ ular Village Council meeting. A complete copy of this ordinance can be seen at the Nashville Village Hall. Section 12.02 Flood Plain Areas. The flood plain areas to be included within this district are those areas within the flood plain designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency as shown on a map dated December 6,1999, which map is on file with the Village Clerk. Said areas are also depicted on the “Zoning District 5 Map of the Village of Nashville, Michigan” adopted by the Village Council and certified by the Village Clerk. Section 12.04 Uses permited by special permit. (a) The applicant has first obtained approval from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality in accordance with the provisions of the State's Flood Plain Regulatory Authority found in part 31, Water Resources Protection, of the National Resources and Environmental Protection Act 1994 P.A. 451 as amended. Adopted 11-10-99 Effective 11-16-99 Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 107 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 16,1999 - Page 9 Keith Leitz to celebrate 95th birthday Kellogg child care kids enjoy Halloween party Keith Leitz, a Ver­ montville Township fanner for many years, will be cele­ brating his 95th birthday on November 21 st. If you would like to send him a birthday card, his ad­ dress is: 7743 Gresham Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096. The child care program and the Lions Den at Kel­ logg Elementary had a "scare" of a good time Hal- by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Sea volt set for Nov. 27 Hubka-Brookmyer j ^ij j, ^i ijj ’ Ur Ur* *kg ?* ?**! ?! » 5^“ Iwi.J ’M'!im,l“inig« 'W ^Mato lap ait ;Wi ■ h n fcj®. floki MONOPEN ^•siwtirajrt lirityfaMfisfetllp EfitiiSirtMM BSKfitofaifM | Calhylentz SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps ■ Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pip • Other Well Supplies <w* w LO WE OWN OUR OWN, EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner sF^/P sF^/P. . Battle Creek after honey­ West mooning in the Caribbean. The announcement is made of the engagement of Robin Leigh Hale of Ver­ montville, Michigan to Matthew Richard Murphy of Santa Cruz, California. Robin is the daughter of Darryl and Laurie Hale of Vermontville. Matt is the son of Don and Linda Mur­ phy of Santa Cruz, Califor­ nia; Robin is a graduate of Maple Valley High School, and a recent graduate of OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available X’< Fillmore Equipment of Hastings has announced that Clay Martz has joined the dealership as a sales repre­ sentative. Martz is a certified crop advisor and brings with him a great deal of. agricultural experience and knowledge of local farming operations. In this position, he will be assisting customers with farm equipment decisions to help to make their opera­ tions successful. A Fillmore Equipment spokesperson said, “We are delighted to have Clay rep­ resenting our company and are sure that you will benefit from his experience as he Senior citizens to have potluck The senior citizens will meet for lunch on Wednesday, Nov. 17, at noon, at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. Bring a dish to pass. Michigan State University where she received a bache­ lor of arts degree in Elemen­ tary Education. Robin is cur­ rently student teaching in the Northview school district in Grand Rapids. Matt is a graduate of San Lorenzo Valley High School. Matt is also a gradu­ ate of Fresno State Univer­ sity of California where he received his bachelor of arts degree in Liberal Studies. Matt is employed with Aerotek Inc. of Grand Rapids as a technical re­ cruiter. The couple are planning a June 17, 2000 wedding in East Lansing, Michigan. 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE coming to Maple Valley The Maple Valley High School Library will be host for a Scholastic Book Fair from Nov. 29 through Dec. 3, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. This special reading event will have some award win­ ning and other popular titles on display. There will be a big selection of books along with an exclusive Teachers’ and Parents’ Comer, loaded with at-home activity books, skill and craft books, and more. “Book fairs are important events,’’ said Sheila Dunn, a spokesperson for the library. “Not only do they help us get more books for our library, but they open up the wonderful world of reading to our children.” Students will have time during the school day to browse the fair and select books. Parents or grandpar­ ents are invited to come in anytime during the day. The Regular Council meeting scheduled for November 25, 1999 has been rescheduled for Tuesday, November 23, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. Clay Martz begins this new venture with Fillmore Equipment selling John Deere equipment.” Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 105 Your Grass Doesn't Need Mowing Now. Why Should You Pay Now? (Same-As-Cash Until June 2000*) LX255 Lawn Tractor * 15 hp* 42-inch convertible mowerdeck • Automatic transmission. HASTINGS CITY BANK/ BELLEVUE BRANCH- CUS­ TOMER SERVICE REPRE­ SENTATIVE: This position requires a sharp, mature profes­ sional with excellent secretarial skills. Varied responsibilities in­ clude new accounts, safe deposit clerk, receptionist, and secretary to the Branch Supervisor. Previ­ ous bank experience desirable, but will train. This is a hill-time position, pays a competitive hourly rate, and includes a full benefit package. Ifyou think you would enjoy being a member of our bank team, please contact our Hastings City Bank Person­ nel Office at 150 W. Court St., Hastings, MI. 49058 EOE/M/F. $61 PER MONTH* Save $250 BH30 Hand-HeldBlower • 30 cc • 180-mph air velocity • Weighs 10.7pounds $169”* Sabre® Lawn Tractor NOW ACCEPTING APPLI­ CATIONS: Machines!/ mold maker. Send resumes to: Non­ Ferrous Machining P.O. Box 189, Vermontville MI. 49096 or stop in at 519 Allegan Rd., Vermontville. * 14 hp* 38-inch mower deck • 5-speedshift-on-the-go transmission $36 PER MONTH* It’s cold outside. And the grass isn’t even growing yet. What a perfect time to buy some lawn and garden equipment. With huge savings and Same-As-Cash until June 2000, there’s never been a better to time take care of all your lawn-care equipment needs. So even if you're not thinking about mowing, you should be thinking about a John Deere. Hurry, offers end February 29,2000. VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS The last day for leaf pickup in the village will be November 15. Absolutely no leaves will be picked up after the 15th S100M107 Bag your own deere while he's in the woods! Fillmore zx ZjX 104 Nothing Runs Like A Deere’ www.deere.com Equipment; Inc. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml • Brush and leaves must be separated and placed at curbside. VERMONTVILLE D.P.W. Scholastic Book Fair NOTICE Help Wanted Brush pickup in the village will be November 16 through 19 ONLY. Nothing bigger than 2” will be picked up. (517) 726-0088 Kardel Hall, Eaton County Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Tickets will be available for purchase for food con­ cessions, prizes at the mini carnival, gifts at the Santa’s corner and pictures with Santa Claus. Cubby the Clown will present a magic show at 3 p.m. and Santa Claus will be present fro 2 to 4 p.m. Martz joins Fillmore Equip. Hale-Murphy EWING WELL DRILLING INC. A fund-raiser has been set for Travis “T.J.” Seavolt of Lansing, the 14-month-old son ofJeff and Donna Marie Seavolt. He is the Edward W. Sparrow Hospital Children’s Miracle Network poster child and has AML, Acute Myeloid Leukemia. The fund-raiser will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, at the shaped pinata filled with candy. "They really liked that be­ cause the older kids made the pinata themselves," Pena said. The only drawback to the party? "We had a hard time get­ ting them to lie down for their naps after that excite­ ment," she laughed. firemen, pumpkins and other things. "They had a great time," Pena said. "For many of the kids, especially the younger ones, this was their first Halloween party." Pena said the party in­ cluded such games as pin the nose on the pumpkin, bobbing for apples, and the favorite — breaking a ghost Fund-raiser for Travis Engagements Announcement is made of the engagement of Andrea Mae Hubka of Dowling and Joseph Clarence Bropkmyer of Battle Creek. The wed­ ding date is June 10, 2000 and will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Battle Creek. She is the daughter of George and Inez Hubka of Dowling. He is the son of Sandy Brookmyer of Union City. The bride elect is em­ ployed by Sparrow Hospital in Lansing as an RN. Her fi­ ance is employed as a me­ chanic for R and L Trucking of Battle Creek. The couple will reside in loween week. Program Director Janel Pena said kids had a great time at the program's first Halloween party. Kids dressed up as cheerleaders, ZmFHTX 945-9526 Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 12 ‘Offer ends February 29. 2000. Subject to approved credit on John Deere Credit Revolving Plan, for noncommercial use 10% down payment required If the balance is not paid in full by the end of Same-As-Cash promotional period, interest will be assessed from the original date of purchase at 19.8% y APR, with a $0.50 per month minimum. Taxes, freight, setup, and delivery charges could increase monthly payment. Other special rates and terms may be available, including installment financing and financing for commercial use. Available from participating dealers. Prices and models may vary by dealer �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 16,1999 - Page 10 Valley blue football team goes undefeated Van jumps curb, strikes store front A Vermontville man was issued a citation for careless driving Tuesday afternoon after the van he was driving into a downtown Hastings parking space struck a store front. Hastings City Police Deputy Chief Mike Leedy said Paul Leavitt, 18, apparently entered the space too fast causing the van to drive over the curb, bounce off a city light pole and hit the front of the Cinder Hallmark Shop. The vehicle sustained moderate front-end damage and no one was hurt in the 4:30 p.m. accident. Also in the vehicle was Paul Leavitt Sr., said police. Damage to the store was limited to an apparent bent door frame. IN THE SERVICE Joshua P. Morehouse Army Reserve Pvt. Joshua P. Morehouse has graduated from basic military training at Fort Leonard Wood, Waynesville, Mo. During the training, the trainee received instruction in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tac­ tics, military courtesy, mili­ taryjustice, physical fitness, first aid, and Army history and traditions. Morehouse is the son of Vicki Black of 10809 St. Joe Highway, Vermontville. WEIGHT LOSE SUPPORT GROUP AND CLASS For Sale NO WAX VINYL FLOORING AT $4.99 sq. yd.!!! Special pur­ chase - cash & cany. LAMI­ NATE FLOORING AT $1.99 SQ. FT. 15 year warranty, sev­ eral colors, cash and carry, 100 sq. ft. minimum purchase. Bar­ gain shopperprices on carpet too! Call Westen’s Carpet, 210 E. Main, Middleville, 616-795­ 3000. Open Tuesday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-3pm Who: Herbal Health Care Systems Where: 695 S. Mason Road, Nashville, Ml 49073 When: Every Tuesday Time: 6:00 Call 517-852-2541 Ronnie G. Merrill Army Staff Sgt. Ronnie G. Merrill has re-enlisted in the U.S. Army for six years. Merrill, a cavalry scout, is assigned to the 16th Cavalry, Fort Knox, Radcliff, Ky. He is the son of Valorie Echtinaw of 8870 Scott Road, Nashville. In 1991, he graduated from Maple Valley High School. for directions The Maple Valley fourth and fifth grade blue football team that finished the year with a perfect mark includes (front row, from left to right) Jason Montague, Steven Tait, Alex Culhane, Kory Starks, Josh Sutfin, Jon Myers, Matt Hamilton; second row) managers Brogan Bodenmuller, Erica Myers, T.J. Bentley, Josh Stafford, Nick Nisse, Deven Meade, Jarrod Smith, Tony Corwin, Austin Bodenmuller; (third row) Andrew Ashcraft, Max Wilson, Jarred Goris, Jake Myers; (fourth row) coach T.R. Myers, John Bodenmuller and Rob Goris. Missing from the photo are Justin McMillon and coach Bill Wilson. (Photo provided) Maple Valley's fourth and fifth grade blue football team traveled to Lake Odessa to defend its 5-0 record and came away with a 36-32 win. The young Lions won the game with 55 second on the clock. The defense worked hard and showed LOC why they were No. 1. 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The largest selection of John Deere farm and NASCAR toys in the area. QUEEN SIZE LUXURY FIRM MATTRESS SET with beautiful Amish made pine head­ board “Brand New” cost $800; sacrifice $190 & Filter Queen Sweeper $ 125.1 -517-541 -8132. TBEK5143 Foot-io-Floor Tractor i 100 RECONDITIONED RE­ FRIGERATORS, stoves, washers & dryers, $75.00 & up. Dennis Distributing 401 N. Cochran Charlotte 517-5411109. .________________ Plus, Many More Sale Toys! FREE... Tractor Key I Chain JIHSIV ...with a $100.00 KeyChain toy order. Get 10% to 50% off selected toys. See store display for sale items. Offer good Nov. 19th & 20th Reg. $4.25 2S5 ale 2.Q9Q8 Fillmore Anniversary Semi Bea T.us22.95 Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) £31 Equipment, Fillmore Inc. I[ JOHN DEERE www.deere.com Hours: Mon., Tues, Wed & Fri 7 to 5. Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat. 7 to 12 945-9526 Steve Tait had 7 bone crushers, Deven Meade 4, Jarred Goris 3, Tony Corwin 3, Josh Sutfin 2, Jarrod Smith 2, T.J. Bentley 2, Alex Culhane 2, Jon Stevens 1, Jason Montague 1, Nick Nisse 1, also for the Valley defense. Leading the team in rushing were Tait with 132 yards on six carries and two touchdowns, Myers 130 yards on nine carries and two touchdowns, Bodenmuller 78 yards on five carries and one touchdown, Ashcraft 12 yards on four carries and three 2-point conversions and Smith five yards on a kickoffreturn. Ashcraft also had 50 yards on a kickoff return. The fourth and fifth grade blue allowed just 72 points in six games and scored 178 points. On Oct. 18, the gridders made it to 5-0 with a win at Lake Odessa. The blue held its opponents to eight points. On defense, Jake Myers had 8 tackles, Tait 7, Stevens 6, Ashcraft 5, Bodenmuller 4, Justin McMillon 3, Wilson 2, Sutfin 2 and Kory Starks 2. Starks also had an interception. Smith, Josh Stafford, Corwin and Bentley each had a tackle. The Valley offense scored five times against LOC's blue. Bodenmuller had 67 yards on eight carries, scored* a touchdown and had a kickoff return of 11 yards, Tait had 66 yards on three carries and scored two touchdowns and Myers 48 yards on 13 carries and two touchdowns. Myers also had 61 yards passing the ball, six to Tait and 55 yards to Ashcraft. Ashcraft had nine yards on two carries and Goris three yards on one carry, a play that went for two points. Smith had a kickoff run for three yards. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - 7,000 YARDS OF CARPET­ ING: Two weeks old, cost $10.99 a yard; sacrifice $1.95 per yard. Different colors. Den­ nis Distributing 401 N. Cochran, Charlotte. 517-541-1109. 6 MONTH OLD WASHER & DRYER Heavy duty capacity. Have all paperwork and war­ ranties. Moving-must sell. $550. for both. Call 517-852­ 9320 or 517-852-9698. DSS SATELLITE SYSTEM OWNERS, NOTICE. We pay cash forused satellite dish equip­ ment. Can’t pay the bill? Sell your equipment to Stealth, 100 minimum cash for any equip­ ment with a blue access H card, need not be working, must have valid access card. Call Stealth, 616-948-0253. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb $ 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich- Lic- #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 16,1999 - Page 11 On the shelf at the Sunfield District Library a* ’ *' fH !S S» » ;«■ «*“■ « tatai Sinai Thanksgiving and Christ­ mas books are available. Some new titles have been added to go along with those already on the shelf. New Christmas fiction includes The Modem Magi, by Carol Lynn Pearson, Fireside Christmas: Four Inspirational Love Stories from Days Gone By, co­ authored by several, and The Looking Glass, Richard Paul Evans' new holiday release. Evans previously authored The Christmas Box, Timepiece and The Locket. There is also a selection of books and magazines that provide holiday decorating tips, recipes and crafts. The library has joined the group of locations where MaxxConnect petitions are available to sign. Everyone is encouraged to come in and add their name to the grow­ ing number ofresidents who want to prove to MaxxConnect that Sunfield is beyond ready and long over­ due for local Internet ser­ vice. The Huyck family recent­ ly made a monetary dona­ tion again this year in mem­ ory of Wilma Huyck. Each donation is added to the Wilma Huyck memorial fund, which is used to pur- J®, f* 1*A*’"■’WiDCi ■SK ■aiSttraiii]^ K^WlAih ■M i0ii acs nm ® «sttndtn MMsifaii .'iMraufe adta tail bill jit list Rkbliurti ritytatat jj^g .tatWijiii iMbfeis xgc 0*Ba!’^ 30 chase books throughout the year. Sunfield’s recent Indian Worse than Death, by Thomas Bunn, The Cardinal of the Kremlin and Mirror summer provided a final Image, both by Tom Clancy, rush of inspiration for the Wages of Sin, by Andrew sidewalk chalk artists who Greeley, Pretty Boy Floyd, visit the library. The work of by Larry McMurtry, Raina particular team of young bow in the Mist, by Phyllis artists, Shawna Langham A. Whitney, Fault Lines, by and Justina Hastings, stood Anne Rivers Siddons, and out recently. They created a Slow Waltz in Cedar Bend, unique piece of retro art by by Robert Waller. chalking an entire sidewalk Christian Fiction: Christian section solid using an array Separate Roads, by Judith of colors, providing pedes- Pella, is book two of her trians and motorists passing Ribbons Westt series; the library with a beautiful Blessed are the Merciful,.by sight. Each walked away Al and Joanna Lacy, is book with almost as much chalk four ofthe Mail Order Bride dust on their clothes and series. faces as was on the sidewalk. Adult Non-Fiction:The At First • Sight and Big Terrible Hours: The Epic Daddy are new video releas­ Rescue of Men Trapped es. The Turn of the Screw Beneath the Sea, is by Peter and The Russia House, are Maas; The Sword and the donations. Shield: The Mitrokhin New books on the shelves, Archive and the Secret by category are: History of the KGB, is by Adult Fiction: The Christopher Andrew. A new Killing. Game, by Iris book entitled The Bible Johansen; In Pursuit of the Jesus Read, by Phillip Proper Sinner, by Elizabeth Yancey, provides some interGeorge; Dark Lady: A esting background on the Novel of Suspense, by often mysterious Old Richard North Patterson; Testament, which was Jesus’ Birds of Prey, by Wilbur Bible while He was on earth; Smith. 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Chaffee was arraigned are 2 to 8 p.m. Tuesday Angry father arrested while son interviewed A deputy attempting to interview an 18-year-old Castleton Township man about an accident Oct. 26 ended up arresting the man's father for resisting and obstructing police. Russell Chaffee allegedly became angry that the deputy was at his home just after midnight and ordered the officer off of his property. As Chaffee allegedly walked toward the police car with clenched fists, the deputy tried to roll up the window. Chaffee allegedly held the window down, tried to grab the deputy's Oct. 26 on two counts of resisting and obstructing and is free on $2,500 bond. A preliminary examination is set for Dec. 1. through Friday, 9 a.m.-l p.m.. Saturday. Phone is (517) 566-8065, voice and fax. THE PERFECT GIFT - Every fisherman needs this map This 4 foot by 4 foot map shows virtually all of the 35,000 * miles of MICHIGAhLstreams and lakes, on both peninsulas. 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C Check enclosed $ Name ______State______ Zip J-AD GRAPHICS 1952 N. Broadway P.O. Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058 A STREAMS SHIPPED PRIORITY MAIL IN A STURDY TUBE IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS Addr Address City fAnflAAOA Man injured while deer hunting A 3 0-year-old man was injured Monday morning while hunting at Greggs Crossing near Devine Road in Castleton Township. Officers from the Barry County Sheriffs Depart­ ment said Gilbert T. Scot of Belleville was hunting from a tree stand, waiting for sunrise, when he attempted to place the butt ofhis gun on a footpeg and it dis­ charged. His left hand was injured in the incident. Scot's brother, who also was at the scene, and a fel­ low hunter took the victim to Pennock Hospital in Hastings for treatment. Two earn master’s degree at WMU Two local residents earned degrees at Western Michigan University at the end ofthe summer term. They were Jennifer Var­ ney of Nashville and Deirdre Adriene Bennett of Vermontville. Varney earned a master of arts degree in career and technical education. Bennett received a master of arts in reading. Call 945-9554 ^rACTION-Adsl Barry County Extension Office CALENDER OF EVENTS Michigan State University Extension programs and mate­ rials are open to all without regard to race, color, national ori­ gin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. Nov. 17 Nov. 18 Nov. 20 Nov. 22 Nov. 22 Nov. 22 Nov. 22 Nov. 23 Nov. 29 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Com­ munity Room, Courts and Law Bldg. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building. New volunteer interviews, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.. Courts and Law Comm. Room. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., HHS Cafeteria. Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., HHS Cafeteria. Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., HHS Cafeteria. Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 8 p.m., HHS Cafeteria. Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. New Volunteer Orientation, 7-9 p.m. at the Ex­ tension Office. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 16, 1999 - Page 12 Gwen McDougal spends six weeks in Finland Pauliina Nakari (left) of Helsinki, Finland, with Gwen McDougal of Vermontville on a cruise ship at Helsinki. Hayley Todd and Gwen McDougal, both from Vermontville, at a bus stop in Finland. Gwen McDougal, a junior at Maple valley Jr/Sr. High School, spent six weeks this summer in Helsinki, Finland, with her Finnish friend, Pauliina Nakari. Paullina, along with her three sisters and father Pentti and mother Annina live in Helsinki. Gwen and Pauliina met when Pauliina was stay­ ing in Vermontville with the Bill Mason family as a guest of the Lions International Youth Exchange in the sum­ mer of 1998. There was an instant friendship between the two girls and both were heartbroken when it was time for Pauliina to return to Finland, so Gwen was very much looking forward to her trip since she was able to be placed directly with the Nakati family by the Lions exchange program. Gwen arrived in Finland on June 11. “Pauliina almost knocked me down,” Gwen said describing their first meet­ ing after nearly a year. “I called Pauliina every two weeks and I went to Finland mainly to see her.” But while she was there the Nakari family showed her the sights of Finland. The family took Gwen to the Heureka Science Center in Helsinki where they watched an I-Max-type film about Alaska which, of course, was narrated in Finnish. “But there were headphones I could put on to hear English, Swedish, or Russian.” Gwen attended several movies with Pauliina. They went to see, The Mummy, Office Space and Rush Hour. All the movies were in English with Finnish subti­ tles. “During Rush Hour when the actors were speak­ ing Chinese the subtitles were in Finnish too so I did­ n’t understand what was happening during that part,” Gwen explained. The Nakari family also went on a cruise ship from Kelsinki to Stockholm, Sweden. The overnight cruise took about 15 hours. When they arrived in Stockholm they shopped for the entire day they were went it seemed they stopped there, which was much bet­ for ice cream. So Gwen got ter then shopping in Finland the family hooked on ice according to Gwen. The cream with Vermontville family also took Gwen to Maple Syrup on top. another part of Finland to “The whole can that I took spend a week in their sum­ was about gone before I mer cottage. left!” laughed Gwen. Before Gwen went to The girls are already makFinland, she had studied ing plans to get together Finnish a little so she was again in the summer of able to pick up on the lan- 2000, when Pauliina will be guage some while there. She traveling back to the U.S. said people in Finland were Gwen returned July 24 and very friendly and thought said she enjoyed her trip she was “so cool” because immensely and would recshe was from America. ommend traveling with the Gwen said in Finland they Lions Youth Exchange pro­ eat much more healthy than gram to anyone, though she in the U.S., except for ice said her luggage did not cream. Every where they return for a few days. S£S.m^SSSSSSm^SSSSSgggSSSSSSS.S.SS£SmSSSSSS£S.S£SSSSSSSSSS-SSSSSSS£SSSS: Lesser Amts. $1.49tb. Choice Boneless Low Fat & Fat Free Sirloin steak Milk 6 Oz., Bareman’s Sour Cream or Gallon gsssssssssssssssssssssssssss; ssss ssssssssss: 12 Pack Hudsonville 1/2 Gal. ' k l © Cream O 2 Liter 7-Up roducts 99 + dep. COMPLETE PROCESSINC Vermontville Grocer^ and Ph 726-0640 Fresh Meat Market IGA 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSgSSW8SSSSmS3SSSSSSSSSSSSSS^SSSgWt!t^^g1^S^,-gm^ � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-11-23.pdf f78d1ba8eab5a38da665468d75003db5 PDF Text Text 121 S CHURCH ST HASTING Ml 49058 1893 *A if) / ast‘nns-Ml49QSgIl I Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 47/November 23, 1999 High school students perform ‘The Man Who Came to Dinner’ The Maple Valley High School performed, “The Man Who Came to Dinner," for the junior high last week to prepare for the weekend show. The junior high enjoyed the comedy. Maplewood kids having holiday fund drive for needy Barry Community Foundation director speaks to Lions Club Fawn Montague and Micah Coplin- sort through canned goods to make Thanksgiving baskets for those in need in the community this holiday season. by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter Maplewood students are holding a canned goods/coin drive to give Thanksgiving bags to those in need in the community. Led by the student coun­ cil, the children are collect­ ing non perishable goods and extra change in each classroom. The student council has been working to sort through the food and make baskets, which will then be delivered to the needy in Nashville and Vermontville, said student council advisor Lori Pratt. "This is our first year do­ ing this," said Pratt. "I have been really impressed with the support we have gotten and the donations." teers to work at the Maple on whether or not to take Barry Community Valley Homecoming basket­ over the full-time operation Foundation Executive ball game on Jan. 7. of the Vermontville Syrup Director Bonnie Ballinger The Christmas party for Festival pancake fund-raiser. spoke to the Nashville Lions local Lions will be held at Executive board members Club Nov. 15 for their Good Time Pizza Dec. 13 at will discuss and bring the monthly dinner meeting. 6:30 p.m. Filling in for President question back to the mem­ A discussion was tabled bership. Dave Mace was Vice President Jim Hynes, who reminded members that the Lions Club has an abun­ dance of handicap supplies available for the asking if anyone knows someone who is in need of things like walkers, canes, etc. The Lions were given a presentation about the Barry Community Foundation by Ballinger, who gave a brief history of the organization’s growth and an update on its recently completed projects. She also encouraged the group to submit grants to the foundation for considera­ tion. The granting periods require submission by March for May grants and by October for December grants. Secretary John Hughes reported to members that the annual national service sight and hearing raffle tickets are available for members to Bonnie Ballinger, executive director of the Barry sell. He also asked for volun­ Community Foundation. Master Gardener packets available Students Adam Cook (left) and Josh Norton count change collected for the Thanksgiving basket drive. The registration packets for the 2000 Master Gardener Program are now available to the public. Those interested may call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at 517-543­ 2310 to request a packet. The classes will be held in Charlotte and will begin on Jan. 11 from 6 to 10 p.m. In This Issue • FFA attends National Convention in Louisville • Maplewood 5th graders study kachinas • Fuller kindergartners have Native American Day • Holiday coloring contest in this issue �The Maple Va»ey News Nashville, Tuesday November 23, 1999 - Page 2 Campbell’s Country Crafts will open Saturday by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer When Kim Campbell opens her craft shop, Campbell’s Country Crafts, to the public Saturday, Nov. 20, she will also be unlock­ ing a dream. When Campbell first started crafting 15 years ago, she dreamed of a separate space to work on her cre­ ations. "It has always been my J & dream to have a craft store," she said. Campbell will showcase her "dream" during her an­ nual craft show that runs the Nov. 20-28 (closed on Thanksgiving). This is her 13th annual show, but the first show in her new shop. “I just outgrew my house," she laughed. "When I first started the shows, we would have about 25 people CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP & CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyle*...for Men, Women & Children AV EDA. X Q THE THEAXRT AXRTAND ANDfSCCKIENNCE fSCCKIENNCEOF OFPURE PURE ROWER AND PLANT ESSENCES _ Q show up. Now we get about 500 people that go through." Kim and her husband Mark had the outside of the shop built in April, and have been doing all the in­ side work themselves. They have built shelves and dis­ play areas. The show will feature other crafters as well, in­ cluding her mother, Nancy Bancroft, who makes cloth dolls, and her mother in law, Zetta Campbell, who makes lace doilies. Obvi­ ously, the crafting talent runs in the family. "We will have eight dif­ ferent vendors here for the show with crafts such as ce­ ramics, dip mixes and wood working," Campbell said. Campbell started making crafts when her children were bom. It gave me a chance to We offer good-student insurance discounts’ fyou’re carrying a “B” or better average .and have a good driving record, you may be eligible for a substantial discount on your auto insur- ance premiums through Auto-Owners Insurance Company. Stop in our The opening of her craft shop, Campbell's Country Crafts is a dream come true for Kim. make some money and still be home with my kids," she explained. Her specialty? "Anything I can get my hands on to paint!" she laughed. "That's what I am into right now." Campbell paints shovels, sleds, stools, wood boxes among other things. A main theme to her painting is snowmen and winter weather scenes. "I just truly enjoy it," she said. The show, which will run daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., will have free re­ freshments. There will also be a dona­ tion can for T.J Seavolt, a one-year-old baby with leukemia. His father teaches at Maple Valley High School. Since T.J. has been diagnosed the community has rallied around the little Kim Campbell with some of her painted sleds. boy. "As of Nov. 6, he has been leukemia free for a couple of weeks," Campbell said. This has been a great turn Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds of events as last month it Graduate of Michigan School ofCanine Cosmetology looked as if T.J. was getting • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands sicker. Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request "The can will be out to buy Christmas presents for Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 his two little sisters," she Claude Hine, Groomer said. "He's a strong little 269 S. Pease Road Coming in Oct. to the The Dog House * * Pet Grooming agency and ask us about it! iffluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 Continued next page Vermontville, MI 49096 Yellow Pages LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ ..... 11 a.m. Evening Worship.... .......6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................... 7 p.m. Sunday School...... ..9:45 a.m. Morning Worship . .... 11 a.m. Evening Worship... ......6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St.. Nashville Sunday School....... Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ P.M. Worship.......... Wednesday Evening: Worship ................ ... 9:45 a.m. .. .11 a.m. 6 p.m. ..7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTOR RANDY SMITH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 ml. south ofNashville) Phone: (517) 852-9228 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class..................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School........................... 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship .................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................ 11 a P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School. ..... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 1 a.m. Sunday Schoo W.orship.......... .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St. Andrew's Is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening........ 6:30 p.m. Sunday Mass................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service..........7 p.m. AWANA............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. November 23. 1999 - Page 3 FFA attends national convention in Louisville by Shawna Hubbarth Joppie said the caves were ipated, though not anyone StaffWriter very cool, and the students from the local chapter. JopThe Future Fanners of went underground in then- pie said national officers America (FFA) had an excit­ exploring. were also appointed. ing and educational trip to "You could see the pipes Joppie said the group met the national convention two where they ran water down other people from all over weeks ago. the caves and where the the country, as about This is the first year in caves had collapsed," he 50,000 attended the conven­ the past seven that the con­ said. tion. vention site was changed At the convention, actor Perhaps the best part, said from Kansas City to Danny Glover talked to the Joppie, was the Sherrie Louisville, Ky., and it went crowd about families stay­ Austin and Diamond Rio great, said member Matt ing together. (country music bands) con­ Joppie. "Elizabeth Dole was sup­ cert the kids went to. "We had a really good posed to speak at the con­ time," said Joppie. "We got vention but she canceled," The FFA members talk to see a lot of really neat, said Joppie. to the students at Fuller things on the way down." Other highlights of the about bugs. Joppie said the students convention included a talent stopped at the Indian Burial show and the FFA band. Mounds in Indiana, the Indi­ Joppie said a couple of stu­ anapolis Children's Mudents from Michigan particseum,and Mammoth Caves. They also took in the Pat- Fro/n previous page ton Museum. guy." Updates on T.J. can be read at plie6@aol.com. Campbell's "’’no is lo­ cated three miles u Vermontville on Vermontville Highway. For more information, call (517) 726-0269. After the show at her new shop, Campbell has shows lined up to sell her crafts all over Michigan. Because of that, the hours at the shop will be erratic, she said. FALL MATINEES! SATURDAY 4. SUNDAY 10 4.11 AM "Our hours will be by ap­ PRINCE OF EGYPT (PG) pointment, or ifyou see our big open flag flying by the road you can be sure we are d'pen," she said. Help Wanted O POKEMON (G) MON/WED 5:20,7:25.9:30 TUES 1:00,3:15,5:20,7:25,9:30 O 007: THE WORLD IS NOT ENOUGH (PG-13) MON/WED 4:30,7:15,9:50 TUES 11:00,1:45,4:30,7:15,9:50 O SLEEPY HOLLOW (R) MONWED 5:00,7:30.9:45 TUES 12:00,2:30.5:00,7:30,9:45 THE BACHELOR (PG-13) MONWED 5:05,7:20 TUES 12:30,5:05,7:20 HOUSE ON HAUNTED HILL (R) MONWED 9:3g, TUES 3:00,9:30 ““Wfft/wpiiPcSiiN"" ham." iraac w ««f«: WlfH THIS A0 EXPirl6$ MV HIT0URWEBQwww.8qti.com HASTINGS CITY BANK/ BELLEVUEBRANCH- CUS­ TOMER SERVICE REPRE­ SENTATIVE: This position requires a sharp, mature profes­ sional with excellent secretarial skills. Varied responsibilities in­ clude new accounts, safe deposit clerk, receptionist, and secretary to the Branch Supervisor. Previ­ ous bank experience desirable, but will train. This is a full-time position, pays a competitive hourly rate, and includes a full benefit package. If you think you would enjoy being a member of our bank team, please contact our Hastings City Bank Person­ nel Office at 150 W. Court St., Hastings, MI. 49058 EOE/M/F. NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION Is your bank what it used to be? Maybe it's time to change banks! Takeovers, Name changes, Disappearing branches, Extra fees, Impersonal service. Is your current bank merging once again? Well, take heart! You can rely on Eaton Federal Savings Bank to resist the changes that are literally sweeping away the traditions of local banking. Our roots are here; and always will be. the “smarter” choice for your financial needs, including our Thrift Checking Account which can be opened with just $50.00 and has no minimum balance requirement, no monthly fees, no per check charges and a Free ATM-SPIRIT card for use at Eaton Federal ATM’s. Plus CDs, IRAs, mortgages, home equity credit lines, auto loans and so much more. In short, Eaton Federal Savings Bank holds fast to its solid, time-honored heritage of friendly, professional service offered by people you know and trust. Generation after generation, our cus­ tomers have counted on Eaton Federal to achieve their financial goals. It’s the smarter way... just ask us! And more than ever, that makes us Eaton Federal I will be collecting W99 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Ionia County National Bank, during regular working hours, starting at 9am on: Friday, Dec. 3rd, 1Oth, 17th & 31st Saturday: Dec. 4th, 11th, 18th Any taxes received after Dec. 31,1999 will be receipt? ed as received in 2000. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog Licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and non-neutered/spayed dog is $12.00. Proof of up to date rabies vaccination is required. After Feb. 29, 2000 licens­ es will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid other days at my home by appointment, or by U.S. Mail. Thank You Robert D. Hyvarinen Sunfield Township Treasurer 8935 W. Mt Hope Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Phone: 517-566-8913 FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: IFDIC | INSURED EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 �William F. Carl Donald Maxam Brooke VERMONTVILLE William F. Brooke, age 66, of Vermontville, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 1999 at his home. He was bom on May 28. 1933 in Lansing, the son of Forest & Estele (Ellsworth) Brooke. William served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was married to Ethel Van Zeeland on November 5, 1960 in Lansing. William was employed at the Physical Plant­ Maintenance Department at MSU from 1965-1991. After retiring, he enjoyed watching the grandkids fish on "Brooke Pond". He also enjoyed planting trees on the farm, working on the saw mill, working in his wood shop, going to his grandchildren’s activities, and enjoyed their company. William was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel on December 9, 1997; his parents; granddaughter, Ashley Brooke; brothers, James, and Neal; sister, Elizabeth (Betty) Covert. He is survived by his children, Mary (David) Malish of Eaton Rapids, Joseph (Dawn) Brooke of Nashville, Thomas (Loma) Brooke of Germany, and Kimberly (William) McCague of Zanesville, Ohio; grandchildren, Nicholas and Brooke Malish, Brandon, Ryan, Holley Joe, Thomas, and Skyler Brooke; sister, Leona Carolyn (Robert) Ellston of Potterville; and brother, Carl (Betty Jane) Brooke of Coldwater. Funeral services were held on Monday, November 22, 1999, at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Burial was at Deepdale Memorial Park in Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Association. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Funeral Chapel in Nashville. CHARLOTTE - Carl Donald Maxam, age 78, of Charlotte, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 1999. Carl was born on September 6, 1921, the son of Edith Harris Maxam of Mayville, and Carl Donald Maxam of Maldin, Missouri. He volunteered at the Eaton Community Hospice, enjoyed watching birds, gardening, fishing, playing cards, and was a member of the V.F.W. Post #2406. Carl was preceded in V. Wa/ker CHARLOTTE Leona V. Walker, age 94, of Charlotte, loving mother and grandmother, passed away November 15, 1999 at Hayes Green Beach Hospital. She was born on October 2, 1905, the £ •15% Off Fabrics Includes Sale Fabrics (Sala Ends 11/27/99) • McCall, Simplicity, Kwik Sew Patterns... 33% Off QUESTIONS: ASK US... 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 J OPEN Monday-Thursday 8 am-5 30 pm; Friday 8 am-7 pm. Saturday 9 am-5 30 pm |9| Sewing Machine Repair by Mr. J. Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station EB daughter of Fred and Ida Smurr. Leona was married to Earl Walker on December 23, 1925. Together they raised three daughters and one son. Her life was dedicated to her husband and family in a rural community life and assisted with her grandchildren for years. Leona worked for several years with the Charlotte Public School food service. She enjoyed her Eaton County Extension and Eaton County Farm Bureau activities, Owls Dance Club, Pedro Club, and recently, Charlotte Senior Citizen activities and the fellowship at Kiwanis Manor residence. Leona was preceded in death by her husband, Earl in 1964; a granddaughter, 105 N. Main St. Nashville, Michigan Phone 517-852-1784 death by his wife, Eva A. Schrader of Caro; a brother, Robert; and 2 sisters, Geraldean, and Glenda; a great grandson, A.J. Childers of Nashville; and a brother-in-law, Jack Johnson of Fostoria. He is survived by daughter, Jill (Lawrence) Suntken of Charlotte; 2 granddaughters, Yvonne Suntken (Scott) Visger of Vermontville, and Felisha Suntken (Allen) Childers of Nashville; 4 great granddaughters, Ashley, and Mackenzie Visger of Vermontville, Allyssa, and Alison Childers of Nashville; and one great grandson, Taylor Visger of Vermontville; three sisters, Joan Johnson of Millington, Roberta DeVore of Phoenix, Arizona, and Gail Casper of Mayville; and a special friend, Carrie Satterly of Charlotte. Funeral services were held Saturday, November 20, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Reverend Howard Belknap officiated. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice House of Mid­ Michigan. Joyce E. Huss Trina Walker in 1997; and a brother, Elston Smurr in 1988. She is survived by children, Larry (Roxie) Walker, Shirley (John) VanAuker, Joyce Johnson, Donna W. (Richard D.) Johnson; 11 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and a friend and sister-in-law, Mildred Sumerix-Smurr. Funeral services were held on Thursday, November 18, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home. Reverend Dr. Peter R.K. Brenner officiated. Interment was in Bosworth Cemetery in Olivet. The family has suggested that contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, or Charlotte City Parks Beautification Fund. Envelopes are available at the funeral home. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. in Charlotte. BATTLE CREEK Joyce E. Huss, age 65, of Battle Creek, and formerly of Nashville, passed away November 15, 1999 at Battle Creek Health System. She was born on May 29, 1934, in Hastings, the daughter of Harry & Mary (Chaffee) McClurkin. Joyce attended Hastings High School. She was married to Richard Huss in Hastings on April 25, 1953. Joyce was a homemaker and was a cook at Court Street in Hastings and the Village Inn Restaurant in Nashville. She attended Nashville Assembly of God Church, and enjoyed her family, traveling in her motor home, going to garage sales, and collecting Fenton art glass cats. She was preceded in death by a brother, Clarence McClurkin. Joyce is survived by her husband, Richard; daughters, Julia (Harold) Hill of Dowling, Kathryn (Shon) Harwood of Nashville, and Cynthia (Shane) Wright of Hastings; grandchildren, Jodi (Chris) Piper, Jennifer Lepper, Richard Harwood, John Harwood, and Eric Wright-Dorsk; 4 great grandchildren; sisters, Francis (Gene) Weeks of Delton, Julia McClurkin of Hastings; brothers, LeRoy (JoAnn) McClurkin of Hastings, and Ira McClurkin of Charlotte. Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 17, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Reverend Glenn Branham officiated. Burial was at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Assembly of God Church or a charity of one’s choice. Fax 517-852-0256 Hour’s 12:00 to 9pm Monday thought Saturdays Now renting DVD MOVIES Farm Mi. LIMESTONE Dolomite orCalcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 Riverside Oak Over 300 NEW released DVD Movies Only $2.00 per day DVD player only $5.00 per day Give the Gift that keeps on giving Internet WWW Statewide As Low as 17.50 per month Let s you dial in from any location (Work, Home, Summer Home anywhere in the State). New Computer Systems Starting at $795 1/2 Mile East ofIonia Road on Nashville Highway 9245 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, MI 49096 517-726-0103 David & Lucy Coblentz Furniture �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 23,1999 - Page 5 Douglas R. Janousek VERMONTVILLE Douglas R. Janousek, age 61, of Vermontville, passed away Friday, November 19, 1999, at Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte. He was born in Vermontville, the son of Austin & Ruth (Briggs) Janousek, on February 5, 1938. Douglas served in the U.S. Army just after the Korean War and worked at Reo in Lansing and at Spartan Motors in Charlotte. He was President of the Sportsman’s Club formerly known as the 650 Sportsman's Club. Douglas was District Field Rep for the MUCC, Environmental Rep for Local 650 to the UAW, and the Cap Council of Lansing; He enjoyed his family, hunting, and fishing. Douglas is survived by his wife of 40 years, Lila (Midge); children, Jackie Janousek of Charlotte, Cheri (Bruce) DeLine of Hastings, Carmaine (Jody) feilji, Jill! ®uii Futnlsfflitaij Wt IlBiiikuji Phillip H. Munn Hodack of Vermontville, Lee (Tracy) Janousek of Charlotte, Joe Janousek of Vermontville; 6 grandchildren; mother, Ruth Janousek; sisters, Dawn Jones of Charlotte, Darlene (Stanley) Hosey of Vermontville, Rosella "Suzy" (Larry) Schulze of Charlotte; brother, Terry (Emmy) Janousek of Las Vegas; special friends, Pat Kersjes, and Judi Lemon; plus many nieces, nephews, and friends. Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, November 23, 1999 at 1:00 P.M. at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be made to Ducks Unlimited, Trout Unlimited, Pheasants Forever Nature Conservancy, or the National Wildlife Federation' Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Funeral Chapel in Nashville. Real Estate FORECLOSED HOMES! LOW OR$0DOWN! Gov’t * KALKASKA COUNTY: 6+ WOODED ROLLING ACRES: Ideal all seasons rec­ reation location. Short drive to State Land and snowmobile' trails. Includes driveway, cleared building/camping site. Electric. $25,900, $500 down, $320/mo., .11% Land Contract. Northern Land Company 1-800-968-3118, www.northerlandco.com Bank Repos being sold Now! Financing available! Local list­ ings, 1-800-501-1777 ext. 5225. GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Ad­ vertise with classifieds in the Reminder and Hastings Banner. Ph. 945-9554 iOri, Vilk)' Qipi j iHj, Nskihralfa i Him Mnitt i tjjij Hnsilibn to tetojaK & MMlIM® mijfeiuhii bfcHWMf । WUiitoJ m'stta NASHVILLE - Mr. Phillip H. Munn, age 68, of Nashville, passed away Sunday, November 21, 1999 at his home. He was born on November 5, 1931 in Blanchard, the son of A.C. & Frances (Henry) Munn. Mr. Munn graduated from Blanchard High School in 1949 and was a construction worker most of his life. He was an avid reader, card player, and sports enthusiast. Mr. Munn is survived by his sons, David -(Irene) Munn of Kalamazoo, and Family and Community Education elects new officers Marvin (Kathy) Munn of Battle Creek; daughters, Dawn (Eric) Derksen of Schoolcraft, and Marlene The Eaton Association for Munn of Kalamazoo; 8 Family and Community grandchildren; and his ex Education (FCE) will install wife, Veronica Munn. new officers to start the next Memorial services will decade, at a holiday lun­ be held Wednesday, cheon Dec. 5, in Eaton November 24, 1999, at Rapids. Incoming officers will be: 1:00 P.M. at the Maple Valley Chapel in Maijorie Southworth, presi­ dent from Mulliken; Mildred Nashville. Cremation has taken Steward, vice president from Eaton Rapids; Billie place. Memorial donations may Rouches, treasurer from Potterville; and Catherine be made to the family. secretary from Arrangements were made Epling, by the Maple Valley Lansing. Outgoing officers are Chapel in Nashville. President, Maida Hawley of Onondga and Past President Betty Cook of Charlotte. FCE is an educationally • Managing arthritis pain seminar set in Charlotte Whether you suffer from the occasional arthritis flareup, or if yOur pain, never seems to go away, there are things you can do to manage arthritis pain. Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital is sponsoring a free seminar, “Managing Arthritis Pain,” to help people learn more about options. The seminar will be held Dec. 2. Thursday, Participants can learn more about: the latest on pain management, which medica­ tions are most effective, nutrition and its role in man­ aging arthritis,, and the role and importance of exercise. Rheumatologist Dr. Niti Thakur, will lead this helpful and informative session. This free seminar will be Dec. 2 from 7 to 8 p.m. in the HGB Hospital Trumley Education Center, 321 E. Harris St., second floor. Advance registration is encouraged. Call (517) 543­ 1050, extension 200 (after­ hours voice mail mail regis­ tration is available). Christmas s Fog s amo Sunglasses Community Notice at HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-800­ 611-3766. focused, adult organization whose objectives are better family and community life. Anyone interested in joining are welcome to call Majorie Southworth at 649-8901 or Mildred Steward at 857­ 2910. Subscribe to the Hastings Banner and get all the hews of Barry County. Call 945-9554. | ifcill IsJ^Ierel! 't I Qiana's Qlacet 1$ The 'Place to Gofor Professional Styling £ W W| Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road q 852-9481 J Shopping Local Utillfy^ iVes 0< Vermontville Hardware 10-25% Off ^Nov. 27th, 28th & 29th es Fri. 8-8 • Sat. 8-8 • Sun. 10-5 131 S. Main St., Vermontville 517-726-1121 & Top & Bowl Sets Grinders Angle & Bench Top Creepers Check Out Our New Storefront! Lan®rns p Camo T-Shirts �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 23,1999 - Page 6 Maplewood 5th-grade students study kachinas vided hope and comfort to the people. But more impor- by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Maplewood fifth-graders studied the Hopi spirit rainmakers, kachinas, as part of its Native American studies last week. Legend has it the kachinas came with the Pueblo from the underworld. They lived together for awhile and pro- tant they performed ceremonies that brought rain. One day the people and the kachinas argued and the kachinas left... never to re­ turn. Before leaving, how­ ever, they gave the Pueblo permission to wear masks and costumes and paint their bodies so that they could act like bringers of the rain. There are more than 200 kachina spirits each with its own mask. Once a man or woman has a mask, he be­ comes that kachina in spirit. Students crafted their own kachinas from paper, feath­ ers, markers and other deco­ rations. Darcy Meade (back row, left), Keely McMillon, Nichole Davis, and Micah Coplin (front) hold their finished kachinas. Local extension assistant wins award at conference Maplewood students glue beads and feathers on their kachinas. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, MLS Fax: 852-9138 Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. 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Surveyed & perk tested. Contact Nyle................ (VL-73) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE for walkout basement. Blacktop road NE of Vermontville. Good access to lensing. Some newly planted trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed, perked & has driveway permit. Call ................................................ (VL-64) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas available located at the end of private road deed restrictions. Call Nyle (VL-39) 3.3 ACRES - Country lot big enough for a horse, surveyed on private road. ...................................................... (VL-42) 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site priced to buy at just $16,900. Call Nyle today, 726-1234. .(W43) 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel is ideal for your new home, land con­ tract terms. Call Nyle to discuss the details............................................... (VL-30) PRICE REDUCED! 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway inter­ change. Surveyed, perked & has per­ mit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer......................... VL-49) NEW LISTING: ON 1.9 ACRES SOUTH OF VERMONTVILLE On blacktop road. Natural gas, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, new 4 car garage, black top drive. Home has central air. Call Homer for more details. (CH\ The Michigan affiliate of the National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences has announced the recipients of the 1999 Michigan NEQFCS Award. Cindy Krolik representing Eaton County MSU Extension, received the State Distinguished Program Assistant Award for her out­ standing accomplishments and program successes at the annual award program at Michigan State University’s campus Oct. 12 during MSU Extension’s fall conference. The National Extension Eaton authorities promise crackdown on unbuckled kids Police agencies in eaton County have joined forces to target violations of Michigan’s child restraint and speedling laws. The Eaton County Sheriff’s Department, in conjunction with the Charlotte Police Depart­ ment, Grand Ledge Police Department and Eaton Rapids Police Department, are participating in Operation ABC (America Buckles Children) and a traffic grant Drive Michigan Safely this project is financed through funds administered through the Office of Highway Safety and Planning. The first phase ofthis pro­ ject will be conducted from now through Dec. 3. Officers will be issuing cita­ tions for the appropriate vio­ lations. The Eaton County Sheriff Department will be targeting West Saginaw Highway from Rupp Road east to Canal Road. The Eaton County Sheriff’s Department takes violations of seat belt laws and speeding laws very seri­ ously. This is being done in an attempt to reduce cata­ strophic injuries from per­ sons now wearing seat belts and to prevent accidents caused by speeding.” SheriffPat Hutting said all Eaton County residents are urged to use their seat belts and buckle their children at all times. Residents should always be aware of posted speed limits. Association of Family and Consumer Sciences is a pro­ fessional organization that recognizes the achievements of members, encourages research and participates in education that impacts indi­ viduals and families across the United States and its ter­ ritories. NEAFCS promotes program excellence through encouraging positive parent­ ing, teaching healthy lifestyles, increasing money management skills, support­ ing environmental issues, promoting leadership devel­ opment, networking with agencies/organizations to solve local problems and raising community aware­ ness of family issues. Forum on violence to be held tonight Residents of Nashville and Vermontville are invited to attend an informal meet­ ing tonight (Tuesday, Nov. 23) at 7 p.m. at the high school auditorium. The forum is about school violence and what the school and community can do to solve this issue. This is a community edu­ cation effort in which vari- ous school board members, school administrators, stu­ dent council members and area law enforcement have been invited to participate. “It is important for the school and community to work together and if you have concerns please join us in this effort,” said a spokesperson for the schools. HELP WANTED Applications will be accepted for a full-time DPW position with the Village of Nashville. Starting pay will range from $12.07 to $14.07, depending on qualifications, plus benefits. Applications will be available at the Village office, Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call Scott Decker at 517-852-9571. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. Resumes and applica­ tions will be returned only at request of appli­ cant. All resumes and applications will become the property of the Village and will be public information unless otherwise requested. HELP WANTED Enthusiastic person to work with Senior Citizens 5 days a week. This is a part-time opportunity in Nashville, offering a competitive wage and benefits. App/y at... Commission on Aging ij 120 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings e.o.e. £□ -Brsj �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 23,1999 - Page Maplie UaKey CfeibtutoA Cdlewg Ccmledt Win a Prize! Color a Picture! * Two $25.00 Prizes - Two $20.00 Prizes - Two $10.00 Prizes ~ Co!°r one of these pretty Christmas story pictures, fill in the blanks and take it to the sponsor store before December 7th. Our Christmas Coloring Contest is open to all girls and boys 10 years and younger except children of employees of the sponsor stores or the Maple Valley News. Winners of the contest will be announced in the Maple Valley News. Mltm Entries must be in by Noon, Tuesday, December 7th. Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian or parents may drop off entries for their children. HURRY UP AND ENTER... AND WIN tain- nbafetut teMtiptn It :. Isi^J ifadri MnltMip totad^dh hi lot tetralin ■ ilfcfc’nl ■tji i|<Ml II I itaiix- Contest Rules... Get your crayons and join the fun of entering the “Christmas Coloring Contest” in this issue of the Maple Valley News. Six Gift Certificates to be awarded to winners. Your entry just might be the one that is selected, so get busy and color all of the drawings and take your finished pictures to the stores and businesses who have sponsored each particular drawing you have colored. Entries must be in by noon, Tues., Dec. 7th. Prizes will be awarded in two separate age categories; one for children six and under and the other for kids seven to ten. The first place winner in each category will be awarded a $25 gift certificate in each age bracket, second place a $20 gift certificate and third, $10 gift certificate. The certificate must be used toward the purchase of any item (or items) in any of the participating businesses. Let's All Help to Decorate the Great Christmas Tree ofLove. Name Homefor the Holidays! Name Address Address Address Age Age Phone____________________ Phone____________________ Age Phone____________________ Tobias Insurance Nashville Family Agency Chiropractic Center 111 N. Main, Nashville Hamlin’s Quik Stop 495 E. Main, Vermontville • 726-1312 Naughty or Nice! Name l 852-2005 307 N. Main, Nashville 852-2070 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. November 23, 1999 - Page 0 Fuller kindergartners have day to honor Native Americans by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Fuller kindergarten held "Native American” day at the school last Friday. There were many differ­ ent stations in the class­ rooms each featuring a dif­ ferent activity that went with the theme. At one table children cre- ated necklaces made from colored pasta "beads." The table held a variety of shapes and sizes ofpasta for one of a kind creations. At another table, the stu­ dents were learning how to work with clay. Each made a small bowl or pot, by carefully shaping or rolling the clay upward. At yet another station kids were busy washing the cranberries, which were soon to be bubbling as they thickened into a sauce. The kids also enjoyed other snacks such as popcorn. "They are having a great time and learning too," said kindergarten teacher Linda Gaber. These kindergartner's show off their colored pasta necklaces. Students mold and press the clay to create bowls and pots. Good Compare To National Brands And Save! iSSKS Niacin Vitamin C 100 mg. 500 mg Lecithin Calcium THE FAMILY OF AHMO JORDAN, wishes to thank all Magnesium with Zinc those who prayed, called, sent cards & food during our time of sorrow. We are blessed to have so many caring people around us. Ardith Jordan & family. 100’s Business Services 100’s WORK Lecrttty; FROM HOME: Growing company needs help. Earn between $500-$ 1,200parttime/full-time. Fun, easy, will train. Call for free 14 page book­ let. 616-248-7779. www.cash911 .com/byrbest ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS, windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner ©MMEPHfflMMTO 219 NORTH MAIN STREET Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday, 9 am to 4 pm Saturday operated for 14 years. David Halliwill, owner. 517-543-1002 Miscellaneous MAINTAIN & EVEN LOSE WEIGHT this Holiday season while eating the food you love, $ back guarantee, free sample. 616-248-7707. . Zoanne Siple stands next to some of the finished clay pots the kindergartner's made for Native American Day. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 23,1999 - Page 9 is Given... So God Imparts to Human Hearts the Blessing ofHis Heaven! Name Address What do You Wantfor Christmas?^ Name Name Address Address Age Phone___________________ Age Wolever’s Real Estate Phone ________________ Age Phone___________________ Vermontville Grocery Shirleys Chuck Wagon Cafe Vermontville, Michigan 202 N. Main St., Nashville 852-2500 135 Washington, Vermontville Stocking Stuffed Full ofToys! Play with All Year Long. Name Address Age _____ Phone _____________ . Hastings City Bank Nashville Office 203 N. Main, Nashville 852-0790 Name Name Address Address Age Phone__________________ Age Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main St., Vermontville 726-1121 Phone____________________ Kenyon’s Sales & Service < 130 S. Main, Vermontville 726-0569 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville Tuesday. November 23. 1999 - Page 10 Maple Valley School Menus Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Nov. 24 Nachos, carrot sticks, pear slices, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Nov. 25 Happy Thanksgiving. Friday, Nov. 26 No school. Day after Thanksgiving. Note: Maplewood Ele- mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jn/Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 24 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, carrot sticks, pear halves, juice, milk. WEIGHT LOSE SUPPORT GROUP AND CLASS Thursday, Nov. 25 Happy Thanksgiving. Friday, Nov. 26 No School. Day after Thanksgiving. Monday, Nov. 29 Choose One - Pizza, com dog. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, cherry push-up, juice, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 30 Choose One - Rib sand­ wich, pizza, cheeseburger. Choose Two - garden salad, com, applesauce, juice, milk. Who: Herbal Health Care Systems For Sate Auto Where: 695 S. Mason Road, Nashville, Ml 49073 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside St out. $11,000OBO. 948­ 0502 When: Every Tuesday Time: 6:00 Call 517-852-2541 for directions Students study birds of prey Lori Bunker's class at Maplewood recently finished their "bird's of prey" projects. Students picked a bird of prey and created a poster featuring the habits of the animal. Students picked from a variety of birds including the owl, the turkey vulture and the bald eagle. Grant will fund school district’s computer center Were geared up for Year 2000 to make it just another new year The Maple Valley school district recently was awarded a $2,500 grant to help fund a student media research computer center. The new computer center will enable students to use the lab facilities indepen­ dently, or teachers may take their entire class to work with the variety of hardware and software available. In addition the computer center will provide Internet access for research projects. Construction is nearing completion on the project, school officials say. The lab should be available for stu­ dent use by December. Plans also are to open the lab one or two nights a week for educational use by students and community members. The project was funded in part by the MEEMIC Foun­ dation for the Future of Ed­ ucation, a non-profit organi­ zation created in 1992, which now assists the edu­ cational community of Michigan by awarding mini­ grants to schools and educa­ tors for innovative enrich­ ment projects. The remainder ofthe costs for the computer lab are funded from the district's settlement of the Durant I lawsuit over special educa­ tion and through donations from area businesses. 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VERMONTVILLE HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 tiSnnk Visit our wedsite www.hastingscitybank.com Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile MEMBER FDIC for additional Y2K information This is a Y2K readiness disclosure statement LENDER vr —Call for FREE Estimates — �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 23,1999 - Page 11 Wt«|»8e Uo£hy Ck’iUtma Coiewa Center ’+ o yo +‘ .o 52"% '::S^ Ss*t ' ss*t *«• «>t •M *• hMZa? 2* Mm The Great Christmas Tree ofLove! Name fcirt Data, il M Age Santa Knows that Christmas is i Here, It’s His Favorite Time ofthe Year! _N_a_m__e___________________ Address :® The Stocking Hung By the Chimney With Care! Address_____________________________ Address Phone____________ Phone________________ Age Phone ___________________ Age Wheeler Marine Service Nashville Hardware Insurance & Sporting Goods Hecker 225 N. Main St., Nashville • 852-9680 728 Durkee (M-66), Nashville i^aie li^ti rill] raw m DHIKIMF Mi ®W bM HOffBLS ii» liK<tNMkl Caroilers Sing ofa Time of Giving to All Good Creatures on Earth Living! Onefor Every Girl and Boy. Name ___________________________ Address Age Name__ Address Phone _______________ ge Address Phone Good Time Pizza Reed Street Auto 501 N. Main, Nashville Age Maple Valley Concrete 1008 Reed St., Nashville . ■’05»9500■ - • • —----- y Phone V South side of Nashville on M-66 852-1900 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 23,1999 Page 12 Christmas Basket distribution near ing boxes (Dec. 16, evening at the Vermontville Bible Church). • Distribution (Dec. 18, 9 a.m. to noon at the Vermontville Bible Church). • Money, donation. (Make checks payable to Vermontville Christmas Baskets). For more information, call 726-1019. Christmas is coming fast and there are only about 3 1/2 weeks until distribution of the Community Christmas Baskets in Vermontville. Anyone who wants to help can do so in several ways: • Gift wrapping. • Food collections (canned and dry). • Sorting food and pack- The Vermontville Woman’s Club is again requesting community assis­ tance is providing food and toys for needy families. M.V. grad named MTA clerk Last year, along with the toys and food baskets, the club gave special bags to the senior citizens in the com­ munity, just letting them know they were thought of, making their Christmas more cheerful. Angie Juhas of Portland has hired to fill the newlycreated position of account clerk at the Michigan Township Association (MTA). Working with MTA Financial Assistant Penny Haney, Juhas will process accounts payable and handle general clerical duties for the association. Juhas has served as Chester Township (Eaton County) deputy treasurer since 1993. She worked pre­ viously at Consumers Energy for 10 years in accounting and clerical sup­ port functions. Juhas, a graduate of Maple Valley High School near Vermontville, also attended Davenport College. Headquartered in Delta Charter Township in Eaton County, the Michigan Townships Association pro­ vides lobbying and educa­ tional services to more than 99 percent of Michigan’s 1,242 townships and 6,500 elected officials. Mr. and Mrs. Randy Fowler are pleased to be cele­ brating their 25th wedding anniversary with a family celebration. Randy Fowler and Kimberly Christopher were mar­ ried on November 23, 1974 at St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. Their children are Mr. and Mrs. Riley Fowler (Macheal Hyatt) and Richard Fowler. Vern’s Repair is announcing their Sth annual... Bay After Thanksaivina SURER SALE Superintendent’s Friday, November 26th All STIHL Power Equipment will be ON SALE!! ■g 9 jro//© •• Save up to a Whopping Hedge Trimmers, Blowers, Chain Saws, Grass Trimmers, Edgers, Pole Prunners and More! Enter a Free Drawing for a stihl 017 Chain Saw No purchase necessary. We will Have Free Coffee & Rolls All Day!!! Buy a Case of 6 Gallons STIHL Bar Oil Only S g A5O All stihl Saw Bars M ix Oil, Repair Parts & Accessories Singles *2.50 (Winter or Regular Grade) FREE Stihl Hats STIHL Chain Loops Buy I, Get I FREE!! All 017-046 Stihl Saws Purchased Receive FREE CARRYING CASE!! Good Selection of Used Saws, too!! HOLIDAY HOURS: Closed Nov. 25th Thanksgiving Nov. 26th Friday “Big Sale Day” • Closed Saturday, Nov. 27th We will Open at 8:00 the Day of the Sale For You to get an Early Start on the Savings!!! Don’t Miss It!!! VERN'S REPAIR Prices and 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, Michigan 48897 Discounts Are Phone Plus Tax and Only Good the Day of Winter Hours: the Sale a■k-'xi mmw Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 8:30-12:00 & 1:00-5:00; (616) 367-4544 5H ImSh Fowlers to celebrate silver anniversary Sat. 8:3O:-12:OO; Closed Wed. & Sun. Ionia X Lake Odessa • M-50 Woodland Hastings MllI VERN'SII! repair! M-43 Woodland Rd. Q Cov,1leQRd. Lansing <o <o 2 Coals Grove Rd.- Nashville Corner by Clark Volz Community working together Over the past several weeks, there have been some very high visibility issues related to our Maple Valley schools. As I look back at three ofthese major issues, I see our commu­ nity working together in a way that will make the result of these experiences good. First, we had our Maple Valley Lions football team again win a league championship and proceed into the playoffs'. These young athletes captured (and deserved) everyone’s support and admiration, even when the scoreboard showed no time left and the Valley down by four. I noticed that the Valley stands were as crowded, if no more so, than the home team. We supported our players even though we had to travel for hours to do it. Our students, Our community and your schools were well represented. Congratulations, Lions! Second, like many districts, we had to deal with an issue related to student safety. Between the press and television, Maple Valley Schools gained recognition for acting in a way that reaffirmed our relentless commitment to have safe schools. Again, the parents of students and members of the community have worked together with their schools to keep our students safe. Tonight we are having a community forum to go one step further in securing the highest level of safety possible for our children. This meeting will be at 7 p.m. at the high school. Everyone is welcome. We can make a dif­ ference! Third, we have had several public statements by our employee associations that have raised concerns about the progress of our contract negotiations. The Maple Valley Board of Education also wants the process to be productive and successful. We know that this will mean that we arrive at an agreement that is appropriate for our district and responsible to our students and our community as well as our employees. We will continue to do our work to reach a settlement at the table and hope that our associations will do the same. All in all, our little community is working with all the same issues as every other community. It is my opinion that we are doing it in a responsible way. What better examples and legacy can we leave to our children? Thanks for your support ofyour schools. W Cobs Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service IK 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich- De. #23-1748 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 23,1999 - Page 13 A Snowman Smiles Thru the Sleet 8L Ice, He Thinks The Weather Is Kind ofNice! klRltnWi. •ij® stakw rf rtpraad ^Christmas Trees All A-Sparkle feells Declare Christmas is NearX Make the Holidays A Marvel! Watch the Skiesfor Santa's Reindeer! Name Name Address Address. Age Age Phone Musser Service 160 S. Main. 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She'd fave to meet a handaome Mngto white nale. 23-30 AdBS564 ONE IN A MILLION Loving, retired wngta white profeeslonal female, 51, 5'6", 140a®.. 40a®.. with blonde hair and green eye®. a smoker, enjoy* wa®ung travel­ ing, going to the beach and aha seeks an intereabng. din intelligent Jte5l2lig7ent BBigto male, age unlmportant AddJ527 SOCIAL BUTTERFLY irate white tomato. 22, 5V, wilh brown hair end bl blue eye*, who argoye apart®, swimming and tre trevekn «Mtomato MEXICO new spaprn anpMtrtgHi- I mjAnmtrf IftMl \IAn hmlo Rtxirt* and •■w*WbiWW«fciriBn wfabmarta SEARCHING Wrv outgoing, caring singte white ternate, 20, 5'5 , who like® walking, time at the park, read­ ing and movies, te looking for an outgoing, knowledgeable singte mate, under 30 Add3627 SAY YES Outgoing single white tamale, 18, 87, with auburn hair and blue eyes, who enjoy® rollerblading and epandtap time with friends, is looking for e wngte male, under 22, with simi­ lar interests. Adr 7755 IN THE SAME BOAT? Outgoing, personable eingto while mom, 38, 5'5", with reddtoMrtondo her and green eyes, who anjoye going to foe beach, bowling, danc­ ing, movies and moating new people, in search of an hones! single white mate, 30-45, wife similar Interests. AdB 9903 EVEN-TEMPERED Attractive single black female, 22, 57, who enjoys music, cooking, swimming, basketball and beach walk, seeks an honest, compatible single mate, 25-30. Add 7967 UNIQUE Professional, secure single black female, 25. 57, who enjoys living life to foe hdteat, is look­ ing for a single male, over 22. MH .2059 A TRUE ROMANTIC Honest single white female, 28, 5’4", 1201b* with <>ny blonde hair and blue eyes, who enjoys billiards, movies, qutol walks dining out and sports, is looking for a sincere single white mote. 30-38, who knows what they want out of Hfe Add2291 Seeking Females-< 1-900-860-2104 BEUEVE IN LOVE This outgoing single white dad d two, 30, 5'8", 1508m with brown hair/eyes. who enjoy® bicycling going to toe beach and qutol nights al name, would like to moot up with a sincere single white female, under 35, who doesn’t use drugs or alcohol. AdB.5587 LOOKING FORWARD A d Bstener, II I, divorced professions! mate, 35,5'fr with dark brawn hair and steel blue eyes, who enjoy* shopping, traveling, fine dining, and sporting events, Is seeking a single white female, under 33. Mf.7504 HI, I'M WAITING ON YOU Single white male, 28, 67. 2008m.. with brown heir and blue eyee, who enjoy® sports, movtesand (fining out, is interested In meeting a tangte white fernale who share® common interestfi. for compeniontfkp Add.7166 A PURPOSE IN UFE Because he's ehy and reserved, tot® green­ eyed blond eingte white mate, 30, 6’, 200lbs hopes to meet a single white female, 22-30, who’s more outgoing than he. Some of his hobbies Include collecting Mng®, bowling traveling, and eporte AdB.3456 CONTACT ME This happy, honest singte white male, 39.67, 2301m.. with brawn r/eyae, who enjoys boefeig, dining out and foe outdoors, te inter­ ested in meeting a loving, sincere etnjpe white female, 24-40, who is family-oriented Add. 5110 m* Immbi OwwWrk* aWtao ALL IN TIME This single white dad, 60, ST, 1501b®., who enjoys spending time with hi® son, toe out­ door! and Iona walks, would really like to meet a loving wngte white female, 55-61, who shares similar interest®. Adi .8558 LEGACY OF LOVE Handsome, compassionate single black propro­ fessional male, 41, 5’9", 2288m . with a mus­ cular build, enjoy® bowling, dining out and dancing. HI® perfect match wWI be a sensitive, career-minded single black female, under 51, who is ready to share fun. Add.3061 A DREAM COME TRUE Afhtetic, easyooina single white professional male, 40, 5’10*, l90lbs., to a non-smoker who enjoys trip® to foe lake, travel and dining out He is seeking physically fit, attractive single white femae, female, emale, 23-40, who shares similar interests. Add 7761 SAIL THE SEAS Pretty calm and easy-going, fote single white male, 46,6' 188b® , wife brown hair and taka eyes, loves keeping active outdoor®. M you’re a wngte white female, under 45, and ready for love, leave e a message today. Add.5367 BUILD A FOUND ATION Honest, caring erale white mate, 46, 5’11", 175b*., with blond hair h and blue-gray eyes who enjoyss traveling, blues music, motorcy­ cling and more, te fookfog for a single white female, 35-48, 8, tor a poewbte long-term relationship. Add.7924 DONT MISS OUT You can share happy times with this sincere, honest, single white ddad, 24, 6", with reddiahbtond hair, hazel el eyes, who enjoys family time as well a® variety of outdoor activities, if you 6in0g9te white female. 22-27. are foe affectionate e.3 ssingte he te seeng. seeking. Add .3609 YOUR AVERAGE JOE 35-45 compankxWifo .6646 COMMITMENT-MINDED Humorous, employed eingte Native American dad of three, 38, 5’5", 145foc. with brown halr/eyes, who enjoys animate, motorcycling, old care, g out, hunting and fishing, fa porting a single female wHh similar interests .3056 MEANT TO BE? Don’t overlook this pteaeont singte white mate, 31 j 57. with brown hair, hazel eyes, who enjoys movies, long walks and good convereation. HI® heart can be won by an attractive, affectionate single white female, 26-30, who, share® his interests Add.1140 A MAN OF HEART **9* singte White male, 43,6'', i0Mm , with brown hair and eyes is seeking a single wNte female, 30-45, with whom to de.n1j6o7y 0camping, fishing, car races and more . Atodd.1670 FAMILY ORIENTED Cartag, honest eingte white dad, 48, ST, 1798*.... with foyinp brawn hair and green Who enjoy* (akeekfe living, prefects, 8®te study, movies and outdoor adtofitea. is seeking a singte white female, 36-48, with strong reHgiou® beliefs MB 4643 BETRUTHFUL Personable, sensitive wnglo white mate, 38. 5V, 176bs., who enjoys NASCAR, the out­ door® and movies, to eoektag an affectionate, honest, open eingto white female AdB^ITO HONESTY AND REALITY fa aeygotag etnde white professional mate, 37, 6*1*. 170db vflth brown hair and green eyes, *dio enjoy** etetag, bowfaig, movies and more, te seeking a slender to medium, active Mngto WORTH A TRY Singte white mate. 54. 1608m.. who enjoys movie®, traveling and working around the house. He’® seeking an employed single white female, under 55. AdB.3430 FRIENDS TO START This friendly, employed single white mate. 31, 57, I45fo* wife tong brown hair/eyo®, who •njoy* bwoi. eport®, eoctaHzing with family ano friend®, te seeking a nice, outgoing and attractive single white female, 21 -35 Add.5337 SPORTS FAN Single white mate. 23,67. with blond hair and green aye®, who te tooktag tor a nice, outgoing Bingie White female, 18-33, tor a possible relationBhip.Add.60O7 PERFECT GENTLEMAN Do you like movies, NASCAR and great oonversation®? Then you have to meet this single white dad, 51, If you're an independent eingte white female, 45-54, and interested in a great naw friend. AdB.8340 YOU HAVE TO BE THE ONE People say he'® a quiet yet outgoing single white male, 46. 6’, 1751b®., that Tike® tennis, bowling, walk®, and more. He'® hoping to meet a old-fashioned single white female, 35-50, tor an open, honest refafionship. AdB 4717 HERE'S A GEM This hard-working singte white male, 20, 6', 165b® with black hair and green eye®, to seeking a single white female, over 18, who shares hie interests in socializing wife friend* dancing, music, drives and more. AdB.4650 BOTH FEET ON THE GROUND He'® a humorous, employed single white male, 38, 5’1T, 1701b®., with brown nalr/eyos, who enjoy® woodworking, hunting, fishing, foe out­ door®. dining out, movies, conversation, and dancing. In search of 8 similar single female, 44 or under Add 4802 BE KIND TO MY HEART Compaaetonafe singte black mate, 18, 5'0", with gloMo* a st stuoent, who enjoys welching wrestling, playing basketball, and partying, to seeking a single black female, 18, 57 to 6'. who will help and comf comfort him during hl® hard time® Add .6761 GET TO KNOW ME Straightforward, eingte white mate, 47, 5’11" medium build, wilh graying brown hair and blue eye®, who enjoys coin collecting, skiing, country drives, ano fine dining, I® seeking a ntoeMooktag. slender, single female, over 22. Add 7262 YOU NEVER KNOW Professional singte black male, 30, 6’1", 1651b®, to hoping to meet a single prrofessional female, 20-32, for a fun lime. Add 7134 7 SENSE OF HUMOR Friendly, outgoing single white dad, 29, with dark hair/eyes, who likes music, sporting events, and spending titime wilh his children, is seeking an easygoing single white female. Add 5742 IN DUE TIME Singte white male, 28, 6'1", 175lbs., with light brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoy® working on air plane®, motorcycles ano skating, is seeking a single white female, 23-35, to spend quality time with. Add.4623 FABULOUS Happy single white male, 41, 5'4", 210b® , w wife brown w hhair and hazel eyes, who enjoys fishing, camping and movies, te looking for an outgoing single female, 35-50, to spend quali ty time with. Add 6223 FUN AWAITS YOU! Fun-loving single white male, 49,6’4", 2601b®, with grey hair, who enjoys dancing, going for walk® and traveling, te interested In meeting a slender, attractive single white female, 24-43 AddJIOO EARTH ANGEL Handsome, easygoing single white mate, 28, 5'8", 175b®., who enjoys football, fishing and traveling, is in aoarch of a sweet, honest single white female, 21 -35, who fives life Io the fullest Add 7274 NEW CHAPTER Humorous singte white mate, 37,5*8", 1251m , wNh brown hair/eyes, who enjoyss bicycling, dining out, shows and having fun, te seeking a kind, considerate single white female, 34 or under Add 4068 A LOT OF FUN Friendly, fun-loving single white male, 34, 6’, 1**>b > with auburn hair and blue eyes, enjoys sport®, reading, going out, and having fun. He’s hoping to find a kind, talkative, honest, trustworthy single white female, 22-40. for friendship first. AtW AtW.6536 BACK TO THE BASICS Easygoing singte white mate, 39, 57, with brown hair/e hair/eyea, who enjoys auto racing, camping and the outdoor*, o seeking an easy­ going smote white female, 34-44, wrth similar •ntereste.Add.5985 fT DOESN'T TAKE MUCH He’s a etacare. divorced white professional mate, 40, 5'11", 2801m , with Ighf brown hair, who enjoy* ftohing, hunting movies, and cars. He’* homno to meet a special single white female, le, 18-35, with atodtor interests, to bbuild a meaningful friendship Add2708 NEW CHAPTER This fun singte white mate, 22,8’, 200be. with brown hair and blue eye®, who er^oys movies, (fining out and skating, is h search of an out­ going, open-minded stogie white ternate, 18­ 26, who lives lite to the fulle fullest. Add2547 FREE SPIRITED •ng, fishing, cooking, and watahing ym sovies. He's seeking an outgoing, friendly singte female, who is looking for a comrNtmenL AddJ568 WILL CALL YOU BACK Honest. intelligent orate white male. 28, who ■wo going out with mend® playing sports, movies, and dfataa out, to seeking a nice, caring etagto white female Ad*.897l HAPPY IN LOVE Easygoing eingte white male, 40.6’, 1801m . with Otond tond hair and blue-green eye®, who enjoy* reading, board games and playing the guhar. is interested in meeting an open-mind­ ed etagto wNte female, 25-45, to spend qual­ ity time with Add .5901 THE MARRYING KIND Outgoing and hwnoroue. this sw* profooekral dad. 28. 67. 1751 enjoy* horeebac* ndtag. and much mom, te eaetor ad eRate while ternate. Adi 6636 THE WIND IN YOUR HAIR This personable dtvoraed white mate. 39. who etaoys motorcycling movies, music ano qutot night® at home, te seeking an outgoing, fun single white female, 42 or under. Add 7413 HEY, LOOK OVER HEREI Funny, honest eingte white mate, 22, 6’, medium -build with sandy light brown hair and blue eyes, te trying to fmd a ca ring singte white female. 21-25, who likes (fencing, music, and beach walk®, to share life He enjoys movie® and watching sport®. AdB 6540 INTERESTED? Single white mate, 39, ST, with brown hair and blue eyes, who enjoys traveling, biking and camping. He’s seeking eeking aa famlly-o famlly-orienteu singte white female. 35-43. Add.3830 WANTS TO MEET YOU A kind and honest fellow that likes country music, cuddling and more, this single white male, 40, 5'9", 1701b® , with brown nalr and blue eye®, seeks a compatible single white female, 34-47. Add 8643 KEEP IT SIMPLE EaeygoinQ eingte white mate, 30, 6’4", 2651m . with brown halr/eye®, tattoos, who enjoy® auto racing, outdoor acttvtttoe. bowl­ ing and movie®, i® seeking a tall, slender sin­ gle ternate, 45 or under. Add 9720 A WONDERFUL MAN Widowed white dad, 38, 6”T, with brown hair and green eyes, enjoys dining out, going tor walks and Bnoppina. She's looking ror a single female, fem 25-49, wno likes to get out and do Wings.. Add.1650 A UFE OF YOUR OWN Laid-back, honest single white male, 40, 5’10", 1658m.. wHh blondlsh-brown hair and brown eye®. Is Interested in guitar and blues music, deer hunting and movies. He eeeke a down-to-earth, satisfied single white female, 25-55, for dating AdB 7807 DEFINITELY NOT SHY Singte white mate, 25, 5'9", with blond hair and grey eyes, seeks an understanding singte white female, 18-30, tor a possible rela­ tionship He likes NASCAR, motorcycles and hopes you do too Add. 1101 NOT TOO LATE Treat yourself to an evening out wilh him, this fun-toving single white male, 30, 5’8", 1808m.. with brown hair/eyes, who like® hunt­ ing, fishing ing and working on care He’s hoping to meet a friendly singte female. AdB 9046 DANCE TIL DAWN Fun-loving, single white mate, 20, who enjoy® traveling, rodeos, and dancing, I® seeking a eingte white female, over 18, who enjoys similar Interests If Inal’s you, he hope® to meet youu soon. soo AdB 9285 BLUE SKIES A HARLEYS Outgoing, humorous, and employed singte white male, 46, 6’2", 2258m , with blue eyes, who enjoys golf and motorcycling, I® seeking a similar single female, 25-55. Add. 1823 NOT TOO LATE FOR LOVE Care to meet an outgoing guy who likes dancing, sports and d living life to Il's fullest? Be sure to call this singl single white male, 27, 6’2",, 2008 , m , with blond hairhand hazel eyes, if you're a compatible single female, over 20, and ready tor a great time. Add.6515 ONE DAY AT A TIME Check out this personable, employed single white dad, 31,5'11", 1608m., with blond hair and green eyes, who enjoy® bicycling, work­ ing on cars, and movies. He's seeking a sinoere. companionable singte white female, 38 or under. der. Add 7340 NOT TOO LATE Here's an easy-going, funny single white dad, 36, 6’3", 210lbs., with blond hair ha and green eye®, who loves to exercise He'® In search of a fit single white female, 21-45, who like® kids Add 8050 UNTIL NOW Personable singte white male, 24, 6'T, 2101b®., with brown hair and green eye®, who enjoys skiing, hunting, fishing, and having a enjoy good time, is seeking a sincere, fun-loving single white female, 19-29, with similar Inter­ ests AdB 4192 BE TRUE TO ME Eas asygoing singte white mate, 40, 5’11", 21 0lbs. with auburn aub hair and hazel eyes, who enjoys computers, auto racing and walks In foe park, is looking for a fit etagto white female, 40-50, non-smoker, to go outt and have a good time wrth AdB 2833 PLAYS SPORTS Hltoriou® singte white mate, 23, 5’10", with short brown nalr and blue eyes, enjoys music and is always looking for a good time. He's looking for friendship and maybe more with a single white female, 21 -28, wno like® going to dubs. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.J, Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 PM, GL 1122 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 23, 1999 - Page 15 FFAers teach Fuller kids about bugs and crops Fuller students learned about bugs and how they affect crops from the Future Fanners of America (FFA) recently. The high school students told the third graders about how bugs affect crops. They showed the students how to make bug traps and also told the children about the different stages of a bug's life. The students also told the children about Food for America which is a committee in FFA that teaches youth about health in America. Those that gave the presentation included FFA students Kyle Rose, Ben Hester, Ashley Fox and Jessica Chafe. Perfect spellers earn pencils The perfect spellers in Karen Seifert's and Sue Schink's class earned a special pencil for making the grade last week. The pencil is part of a tradition. Jennifer Hibdon who has a daughter, Jade, in the class donated the POSITION OPEN Due to a resignation, there is now an opening on the Nashville Village Council. Any Nashville resident, 18 yrs. or older, interested in filling a seat on the council until April 1, 2000 should contact the Village office at 206 N. Main or call 852-9544, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. by November 29, 1999. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 106 The Village of Vermontville is offering for sale 3 lots on Linden Street in the Village of Vermontville. For information call the Village Office at 726-1429. Shirley Harmon Village Clerk 108 pencils. She said it goes back to when her father was given pencils for perfect spelling, and she has donated the pencils ever since. Jade won a pencil in the spelling "contest." "The kids really liked it, said Seifert. "We work on high frequency words that are needed for reading and writing." Extension offering soil testing subsidy The Eaton County MSU Extension is offering a $7 subsidy to Eaton County homeowners for soil testing their lawns and gardens. This subsidy is made pos­ sible by a grant from the Michigan Groundwater Stewardship Program. It is intended to encourage more homeowners to soil test as a guide to determine fertilizer requirements. Homeowners who are willing to participate in this cost share program will have to pay only $2 for a soil test. The only requirement is that the homeowners agree to follow Michigan State University guidelines. For Sale NO WAX VINYL FLOOR­ ING AT $4.99 sq. yd.!!! Special purchase - cash & carry. LAMI­ NATE FLOORING AT $1.99 SQ. FT. 15 year warranty, sev­ eral colors, cash and carry, 100 sq. ft. minimum purchase. Bar­ gain shopperprices on carpet too! Call Westen’s Carpet, 210 E. Main, Middleville, 616-795­ 3000. Open Tuesday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-3pm 7,000 YARDS OF CARPET­ ING: Two weeks old, cost $10.99 a yard; sacrifice $1.95 per yard. Different colors. Den­ nis Distributing 401 N. Cochran, Charlotte. 517-541-1109. QUEEN SIZE LUXURY FIRM MATTRESS SET with beautiful Amish made pine head­ board “Brand New” cost $800; sacrifice $190 & Filter Queen Sweeper$125.1-517-541-8132. BEAUTIFUL 4 POSTER SOLID wood king size bed with brand new pillow top mattress set, cost $1,600 new, must sell $375,1-517-337-3054______ MEDIUM BLUE STRAT-A-LOUNGER couch & matching chair, 2 years old cost $1,400.00 will sell for $250.00,1-517-337-3054 BEAUTIFUL DSS SATELLITE SYSTEM OWNERS, NOTICE. Free equipment upgrades, all older satellite equipment (mini dish) will upgrade receiver and blue access card for a new topknotch RCA fourth generation 32 bit processor with new remote and Y2K compliant access card free; equipment can be non-working and must have valid access card, call Stealth, 616-948-0253. DSS SATELLITE SYSTEM OWNERS, NOTICE. We pay cash forused satellite dish equip­ ment. Can’t pay the bill? Sell your equipment to Stealth, 100 minimum cash for any equip­ ment with a blue access H card, need not be working, must have valid access card. Call Stealth, 616-948-0253. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO ■ Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604._________________ FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they haverepossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604.__________ . ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. WHY RENT WHEN YOU CAN OWN? 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Immediate occupancy, 877-665­ 7324______________________ HUD APPROVED: 3 bed, 2 bath, stove, refrigerator, & dish­ washer. Down payment as low as $500. No payments for 60 days. Call Better Choice Homes, 877-665-7324._____________ 1999 CLEARANCE SALE: Have 2 models left. Must sell by Dec.lst, 1999. Call BetterChoice Homes at 1-877-665-7324. STOP WASTING MONEY: own your own home. Good, bad, or no credit. Call 1-877-665­ 7324. NationalAds HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ 3689 Ext#1400 24hrs. NOTICE The deadline for filing nonpartisan nominating petition for the Village of Nashville will be Tuesday, November 30, 1999 at 4:00 p.m. The following positions will be on the General Election to be held on March 13, 2000 ballot: Village President and three two-year terms for Village Trustee. Petitions must be filed with the Nashville Village Clerk. Non­ partisan nominating petitions are available at the Village Hall. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk ATTENTION RESIDENTS OF NASHVILLE AND VERMONTVILLE You are invited to attend an informal meeting on November 23rd at 7:00 p.m. at the high school auditorium. Our forum is school violence and what the school and community can do to solve this issue. This a community led effort in which various school board members, school administrators, student council members and area law enforcement have been invited to participate in. It is important for the school and community to work together and if you have concerns please join us in this effort. Thank you for your time and hope to see you there. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 23,1999 - Page 16 Seventh-grade team finishes first at 11-2 The Lady Lions seventh grade basketball team beat Leslie Oct. 13 41-2. Leading the way for the Lions were Tessa Robles with 8 points, 1 rebound and 5 steals, Amy Strickland with 8 points and 3 steals, Wiser 4 points, 7 rebounds and 3 steals, Lawless 4 points, 1 rebound, 4 steals and a swat, Ewing with 4 points, 1 board and 1 steal, Trumble with 2 points, 2 rebounds and 2 steals, Himeiss with 2 points and 3 steals, Smith with 2 points, 2 boards and EVERY DAY LOW PRICES Our prices are normally 10% to 20% lower than the other guys, everyday. Why fight the big crowds and heavy traffic. Take a nice drive in the country. The largest selection of John Deere farm and NASCAR toys in the area. Valley ousted by Olivet in district hoops FREE... Tractor Key Chain Get 10% to 50% off selected toys. See store display for sale items. Offer good Nov. 26th & 27th Reg. $4.25 Sale ...with a $100.00 Key Chain toy order. Z.A9Qo Fillmore Anniversary Semi Reg. $39.50 $4)Ag* Sale 22.90 E31 Fillmore JOHN DEERE boards and 4 steals, Smith 4 points and 4 rebounds, McMillen 4 points, Hirneiss 2 points, 5 rebounds and 1 steal, Trumble 2 points, 1 board and 1 steal, Cowell 2 points, 1 rebound and 1 steal, Ewing 5 rebounds, Root 4 rebounds, A. Mead 3 rebounds, Lawless 2 boards and 2 steals, Driksna 2 rebounds and a steal, Elliston 1 steal and Strickland 1 steal. Morrice was the foe Oct. 20 and Maple Valley won the game 29-17. Kelsey Elliston had 8 points, 5 rebounds and a block, Wiser 6 points, 8 rebounds and 1 steal, Ewing 5 points, 5 rebounds and 4 steals, Strickland 4 points, 4 rebounds and 4 steals, Lawless 3 rebounds and a steal, Root 2 points, Robles 3 rebounds, K. Mead 3 rebounds, Smith 3 rebounds, Trumble 2 rebounds and a steal, A. Mead 2 rebounds and a steal, Driksna 2 rebounds, Himeiss 1 board and 1 steal, McMillen 1 steal and Cowell 1 steal. Synopsis of Meeting a Plus... Many More SaleToys! TIH5I17 2 steals, McMillen with 2 points, 1 board and 1 steal, Root with 2 points and 2 steals, Elliston with 2 points, Cowell with 1 point, 1 board and 1 steal, A. Mead with 3 rebounds and 1 steal, Driksna with 4 rebounds and K. Mead with 1 board and 1 steal. Maple Valley beat Webberville Oct. 18 26-22. Kristen Mead sealed the victory with some timely baskets in the fourth quarter. She finished with 6 points, 1 board and 3 steals. Wiser had 4 points, 6 rebounds and 1 steal, Robles 4 points, 5 Equipment, Inc. Located on 2900 N. M-43 Hwy. Hastings, Ml (3 miles north of Hastings) Hours: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat 7 to 12 945-9526 www.deere.com The basketball season for Maple Valley's girls came to a close last Monday as host Olivet defeated the Lady Lions 85-42 in a Class C district tournament contest. The Eagles opened the game with a 10-0 run and limited the Lady Lions to just 24 points in the first two quarters. Olivet led at intermission, 52-24. Jessica Cook led Maple Valley with 12 points. Sarah Cook and Amy Pennington both added 6 markers. Castleton Twp. Board November 3,1999 Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Four people were in atten­ dance. Approved minutes from the October 6, 1999 meet­ ing. Approved the treasurer’s report. Approved paying the bills in the amount of $ 16,795.58. Committee reports were given. Commissioner J. Mackenzie talked about county business. Correspondence was read. There was no public com­ ment. Meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: Supervisor J. Cooley (107) Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 24 hours a day • 7 days a week Boneless Skinless Beef Chicken Breast SSZZle Sizzlers Steaks sssssssssssssssssssmsssssS Deli Deli Smoked 24 Oz. Shaved Ham Turkey Breast Cottage Cheese S?59 Barnum’s 2-1/8 Oz. Parade 14-1/2 Oz. Animal Crackers Whole Peeled Tomatoes COMPLETE PROCESSINC 8 Oz. French’s Mustard Vermontville Groceril I -and- J Ph 726-0640 Fresh Meat Market IGA Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-11-30.pdf d0a93f94a95c790baa64253f783ed924 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S.CHURCH ST ffitRA POSTAGE AI D HASTINGS, Ml 490581893 Published by J-Aq Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 48/November 30,1999 Nashville water upgrade proposal passed by council by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council last week voted to pursue the largest of six proposals to upgrade the wa­ ter system at last week's meeting. The council decided to go after grant money for the largest project because the village had a better chance of getting the grant money. An "informational" public hearing on the matter was set for Thursday, Dec. 9, prior to the regular meeting. Council discussed the possibility of holding a public hearing before en­ dorsing a proposal. Council member Bonnie White said, "Would it be better to just choose one (proposal) and then set up an educational meeting on why we chose it? My thought is we are spinning our wheels here. We have been over this before and we have had the meetings." White said she favored proposal six, the most ex­ pensive because everyone in the village would see bene­ fits. Proposal six, for upgrad­ ing the system would cost an estimated $3,179,000. Estimated cost to the user would be anywhere from $15.02 to $29.61 depending on how the project is fi­ nanced. This proposal would cover many different streets, a booster pump, water plant updates, iron removal for everyone, a generator, elim­ inating lead lines and other improvements. There are three ways to finance the proposal. They are a bond, the drinking wa­ ter revolving fund, and the rural development loan/grant. "(Six)... would get rid of the iron problem, and we would have pressure all around... we could set the meeting and have people come in and say 'yes we like it, or no, we don’t' and say why, because right now no­ body is telling us — they are waiting for us to make a decision." White said she had rea­ sons for pursuing the largest project. "First it would take care of all the problems... I think if you are gonna ask people to spend more on their water bill they need to be able to see a difference, and that's the one that will benefit the most people. I can't see charging everyone the extra money when only a few would see the benefit...for the few extra dollars it would take for them to see a benefit I think it would be worth it." 'We would also have a better chance at the grant money," she said. Council member Steve Wheeler said he agreed with White, but raised concerns over hurting the chance for grant money by including the iron removal. "It really is considered a luxury item," he said. Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker said that while it would not hurt grant chances to include the iron removal the grant might ex­ clude the iron removal. President Dennis Mapes said he thought there were valid reasons for doing the bigger project, rather than the smaller projects spread a riverbed trail was approved unanimously. was three. Council members Bonnie White and Steve Wheeler voted not to pursue the grant. Council Member Car­ roll Wolff was not in atten­ prompted Citizens' Advisory Committee member Russ Furlong to tell the council he was resigning from the committee because of the actions. Furlong had filed a law­ suit against Rails to Trails because the proposed trail runs through his property. Both trails were the sub­ ject of a community wide survey by the Citizen's Ad­ visory Committee this past year. Although community support for both trails was nearly even, with a slight edge for the river bed trail, dance. Nashville Village Presi­ dent Dennis Mapes said he would check with the vil­ lage attorney, but until that time the motion would be considered approved. The question was whether or not to apply for an en­ hancement grant for the railbed trail. Earlier in the meeting, an application for Usually a majority of four (of seven possi­ ble) votes would be needed, but with the resignation of Trustee Mike Kenyon... some on the council thought the required number was three. Forum on preventing school violence attracts 40 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Nearly 40 concerned par­ ents and community mem­ bers attended the forum on student violence held at the high school last Tuesday. The meeting also was at­ out over a greater period of tended by Eaton County time. UnderSheriff Richard All those present voted­ Whitaker and Corporal Terry in favor of the motion. Johnson from the Nashville Police Department. The forum was the result of a meeting between parent' Helen Cook and Superinten­ dent Clark Volz about the apparent rise in incidents of violence in the schools and society in general. "This really came out of a Council Member Frank meeting I had with Mr. Dunham said the riverwalk Volz," Cook said during the would cost an estimated introduction of the forum, $77,059, with $53,941 re­ "over concern I had about quested from the state, with the hit list... we cannot a local match of $23,117. make the school the enemy, For the railbed trail, the es­ we have some excellent timated project cost is $79,526 with $55,668 re­ teachers and staff and we owe it to them to allow quested from the state, and a them to teach without dis­ match from the village of ruptions. We also owe it to $23,857. our children to help provide The decision of the coun­ them with a safe place to cil to apply for the grant learn." the committee recommended "The vast majority of kids to the council to pursue the in school are good kids that riverbed trail first because of end up being punished for the legal proceedings sur­ those that are disrupting," rounding the Rails to Trails said Cook. "The way we can path. avoid major problems is to Trail survey results work together — that is showed that 242 people what this meeting is about." wanted a trail on the railroad Superintendent Volz noted bed (total responses, 333, that he too was a parent of equaling 73%). For the river students in the district. bed trail, 229 said they "I am very interested in would like to see it happen participating in anything (total responses 300, equal­ that is going to make the ing 76%). Dunham asked schools better," he said. for permission from the All people in attendance council to apply for both were asked to introduce grants. themselves, and state why See grant applications, pg. 5 they came. Many people Trail grant applications approved by council by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer A 3-2 affirmative vote last week to pursue a grant for the railbed trail in Nashville left the council questioning if the vote was legal. Usually a majority of four (of seven possible) votes would be needed, but with the resignation of Trustee Mike Kenyon from the council last meeting, some on the council thought the required number Superintendent Clark Volz talks with concerned parents in a small group during the student violence forum at the high school last week. cited what they perceived as a growing number of ha­ rassment and fighting inci­ dents, some involving their own children. One parent said her child was sent home from school recently after trying to avoid a fight. Another said her children were not in high school yet, but she was still concerned. Whitaker brought statis­ tics of incidents reported at the high school. "What you are experienc­ ing at Maple Valley is not unique," he said, adding that Maple Valley was "in pretty good shape. "I assure you we will do everything in our power to assist you at Maple Valley." Fuller Principal Bernie Hynes gave an overview of concerns in the schools. She listed behaviors that com­ promise safety, such as ag­ gression, threats, weapons, bullying, intimidation and substance abuse, all of which happen at the elemen­ tary school level. "Yes, we have substance abuse in the elementary," she said. "We have third- graders experimenting with cigarettes. We also have name calling and sexual ha­ rassment at this level." Hynes talked about theo­ ries about why children act out. "Children do things at this age to get attention, they believe that they only belong when they have at­ tention — good or bad." Hynes also talked about theories of revenge and the possibility that children en­ gage in these behaviors when they "give up." "We have been looking at ways to solve this," she said. Tate Mix, principal of the local Alternative Education program, talked about asset building. Asset building, he said is an approach to help protect young people from a wide range of risky behaviors. "Asset building is free," he told the crowd. "All it takes is time and commit­ ment if we are worried about our community." Asset building revolves around the theory that the See forum, page 8 In This Issue • Candlelight dinner planned to help fix church bell • Special Persons Day observed at Fuller Elementary ' • First MEAP social studies scores low for Michigan schools • Party store still plagued by embezzlement reports �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 30,1999 - Page 2 Candlelight dinner planned to help fix church bell by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Raising money to fix the bell tower, the Vermontville United Methodist Church is presenting a "Christmas by ' Candlelight" dinner Satur­ day, Dec. 11, at 7 p.m. in the Vermontville Opera House. The bell tower at the church is suffering from ma­ jor ice and water damage, said church board chairman Tony Smith. "The result is severe dete­ rioration of the structure. We need to raise money for the immediate repairs before this winter's snow and ice cause further damage and costlier repairs," he said. Smith said one restoration company quoted a bid of nearly $10,000, but the trustees feel it can be re­ paired for less. "Additionally, the floor is beginning to sag," Smith said. "We need to add sup­ portive posts in the base-' ment and new flooring in the sanctuary to level it up and add stability. The walls are cracking and we are thinking about tearing out the old lath and plaster, adding more insulation, up­ dating electrical wiring and installing new wallboard. Then the carpeting and wallpaper will need to be replaced so we're looking at major renovations and major expenses." The dinner will feature uniquely decorated tables, with candles in the center­ pieces. The food will be made in the kitchens of the ladies of the church. Each table, lit by candlelight, along with Christmas mu­ sic, promises to give the dinner an intimate/romantic flair. The meal will be served family style, consisting of turkey and stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, veg­ etable, cranberry relish, homemade dinner rolls and pie for dessert. Each hostess will provide her own rel­ ishes and special touches to make the evening special for the guests at her table. Professional pianist Teresa Pash of Nashville will play during the meal. The Maple Valley High School choir will sing for the guests, with special mu­ sic by Sarah Vanderhoef, af­ ter dinner. The evening will conclude with a Christmas gift item auction for last minute shoppers who are looking for ideas or stocking stuffers. Tickets for the dinner, at $10 per person, can be par­ tially tax deductible as a do- We offer good-student insurance discounts! nation to the church's build­ ing fund. Tickets are on sale now -atKen's- Amoco Stan- dard Service in Vermontville, or for more information call Pat Smith at (517)726-2825, or Cheryl Bowman at (517) 726-1165. The bell tower at the Vermontville United Methodist Church needs to be repaired. To raise money for the repairs the church will be selling tickets to' Christmas by Candlelight, a dinner at the Opera House on December 11. fyou’re carrying a “B” or better average and have a good driving Nashville opts out of chamber brochure record, you may be eligible for a substantial discount on your auto insur- ance premiums through Auto-Owners Insurance Company. Stop in our agency and ask us about it! ^uto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TktNo Prtttttn fap&P TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville. Village Council decided not to par­ ticipate in a Barry County Chamber of Commerce brochure at the cost of $500. They would be interested, however, if the village shared the cost with local business or Vermontville. "I don't think we should," said Council Member Bon­ nie White. "I talked to a couple of business owners and they weren't that interested... I don't think we should spend the $500 on the brochure if we do not have the support of the business'." Council Member Steve Wheeler said he agreed and seconded White's motion to not participate. Nashville Village Presi­ dent Dennis Mapes said he disagreed. "As long as we are out­ side of what's happening... we sit back and say every­ thing always goes to Hast­ ings, but if we are outside that loop and don't partici­ pate, then I think that's a mistake," he said. "We have a chamber, but its not that active." Mapes talked about the possibility of seeing if Vermontville wanted to go in on the brochure, which would deflect the cost, and they could bill the their por­ tion as "Maple Valley.” "Well have you talked to Vermontville about that?" asked White. "I think $500 is a bit much, but if some­ one wanted to go in on it with us and business' wanted to kick in on it..." "It would be about our community, not just our business'," said Mapes. He said people call the village office for informa­ tion on the area, and there is not much to give them. "We would have these brochures for three years," he said. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................... 10 am. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11 a.m. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service ............... 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship .............11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School............ 10 a. m. A.M. Service............ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ,.:.................... 6 p.m. 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship..................... .9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10a Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship ............ ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH PASTOR MARK THOMPSON NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School ............. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service....................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ..................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and "Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School Worship.......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. St Andrew s is a part ot the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening......... 6:30 p.m. Sunday Mass ,................ 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ............ .11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service........... 7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 30,1999 - Page 3 giving with Grandparents and Special Persons Day last week. The children sang songs for the grandparents. They also told a story about Na­ tive Americans. They wore homemade vests and bands on their heads with paper feathers. After the songs, the chil­ dren sat at tables with their grandparents and ate re­ freshments, including their hottibiiiade cranberry Sauce they had made earlier. Each child had painted a picture to give to their grandparents. 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Friday, Dec. 3 Taco, baked beans, applesauce, birthday cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Dec. 6 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, pineapple, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Dec. 7 French bread pizza, green beans, pear halves, goldfish crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving PENNY SUPPER VFW Auxiliary - Nashville Saturday, December 4th 5:30-7:00 PM Swiss Steak, Roast Pork & Dressing breakfast this year starting the first of the school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 1 Choose One chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, deli bar. Choose Two garden salad, mashed pota­ toes, fruit cocktail, juice, milk. Thursday, Dec. 2 Choose One - Ravioli, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, California mixed veg., pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, Dec. 3 Choose One - Wet burri­ to, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two garden salad, green beans, applesauce, juice, milk. Monday, Dec. 6 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed potatoes, pineapple, juice, milk. Tuesday, Dec. 7 Choose One French bread pizza, pizza, cheese­ burger, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, pear halves, juice' milk. 105 N. Main St. Nashville, Michigan Phone 517-852-1784 Fax 517-852-0256 Hour’s 12:00 to 9pm Monday thought Saturdays Now renting DVD MOVIES Over 300 NEW released DVD Movies Only $2.00 per day DVD player only $5.00 per day Give the Gift that keeps on giving Internet WWW Microsoft* Internet Explorer Statewide As Low as 17.50 per month Let’s you dial in from any location (Work, Home, Summer Home anywhere in the State). New Computer Systems Starting at $795 her V �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, November 30.1999 - Page 4 First MEAP social studies test scores low for schools Students make earthquake models Josh Meersma's class at Maplewood was busy constructing mini models of volcanoes and earthquakes last week. Meersma said the models simulated the movements of the plates of the earth. Students studied such terms as conduit, vent, lava, and rock. Think About This: Almost All Your Investments Are In Equities. J You Nee1 In vestmen ts. Great, Anot er 2,000 Choices To Consider, Right? by Patricia Johns Staff Writer The Michigan Department of Education released the so­ cial studies Michigan Educa­ tional Assessment Program test results for fifth and eighth grades Nov. 15. High school results will be released at the end of November. This portion of the MEAP test was adminis­ tered for the first time in January of 1999. State Su­ perintendent of Public In­ struction Arthur Ellis says that the initial low scores are typical for the first ad­ ministration of any standard­ ized test. "The state-wide scores for the social studies test reflect the historic trends we've seen every time changes are made to the MEAP... I'm confident we will see social studies scores throughout the state increase dramati­ cally," Ellis said. Students were tested in civic perspective, economic perspective, geographic per­ spective, historical perspec­ tive and inquiry and decision making. Some educators discussed the high readabil­ ity levels of the fifth grade test last year. Results were scheduled to be available in August but were delayed until last week. Many educators echo Ellis' belief that these results will serve as a baseline, which will align instruction to Michigan content standards. Maple Valley Superinten­ dent Clark Volz discussed the dynamic learning envi­ ronment that exists between teachers and students. He questioned whether the test really shows the impact of great teachers on students. Volz said he worries that school districts may overre­ act to results from this first test and be "intimidated" into making curriculum changes and "teach to the test." Any standardized test has trouble really evaluating di­ versity. The level of reading required in the fifth grade test needs to be examined, as does having a stable cur­ riculum. A teacher experienced with the curriculum can ask students questions that make them think. This allows teachers to enhance the ex­ perience and ask more so­ phisticated questions. Another area schools will have to examine is whether to change the fourth grade focus on Michigan history and life. Volz said, "Perhaps it is time to ask the question, 'is this what we want for our children?"' There were no fifth grade students scoring in level 1 at Maple Valley. Slightly more than 8 percent scored at level 2, 26.5 percent at level 3 and 65.3 at level 4. In eighth grade, just under one percent scored at level 1, 16.1 percent at level 2, 33.9 at level 3 and 49.2 at level 4. In Hastings, Dave Arnold, the director of educational services, sees the good re­ sults (above state averages) due to curriculum alignment and introduction of Junior Achievement projects in the fourth and fifth grades. Arnold says that the dis­ trict will continue to ana­ lyze the scores and work to improve any areas lacking. The percentage of fifth grade students in Hastings scoring at level 1 (exceeded standards) was 2.5 percent. One quarter of fifth-graders met the standards (level 2). The basic level (level 3) made up 33.5 percent and 39 percent were in the level 4 designation. Scores for eighth-graders were level 1, 3 percent; level 2, 21.1 percent; level 3, 30.7 percent and level 4, 45.2 percent. Thomapple Kellogg's as­ sistant superintendent, Midge Pippel, echoed these educators as she evaluated the test results. "The district will analyze the results to see if there is any single area which needs attention." she said. The district has been aligning the curriculum for several years. It hopes to see improvement in the scores in the next several years. The district also will make sure that students have some experience in analyz­ ing charts and graphs and using that information to write position papers. In Thornapple Kellogg, 1.7 percent of fifth-graders scored in level 1, 18.8 per­ cent in level 2, 27.8 in level 3, and 51.7 percent in level 4. In eighth grade, 4.6 per­ cent were in level 1, 24.2 percent in level 2, 36.1 in level 3 and 35.1 in level 4. Pippel said she believes that making sure that stu­ dents understand the special­ ized social studies vocabu­ lary will assist in the future. All the educators inter­ viewed for this report stressed the difficulty dis­ tricts faced when results were issued Nov 15 and the next tests will be given in January 2000. 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She was born on November 16, 1907, in Goodrich, Kansas, the daughter of Belden and Mary Louise (Good) Hoyt.. Ruth graduated from Richland High Schoo) in 1926, and from Borgess Hospital School of Nursing in 1930. She was a registered nurse at Mercy Hospital in Monroe, and retired from Pennock Hospital in Hastings in 1964. Ruth was married to Theo Kennedy on October 7,1964 and he preceded her in death on May 8, 1990. She was a member of of the Nashville United Methodist Church and enjoyed hunting with her husband and gardening. She was also preceded in death by an infant son, Robert; her twin sister, Helen Furlong; brothers, John, Ralph, Loyal, Cecil, and Ted. Ruth is survived by nephews, Fred (Judy) Burkhart of Bellevue, Tom (Laura) Hoyt of Williamsburg, Virginia, and Charles Hoyt of Kalamazoo; niece, Mary Harmon of Saginaw; and several other nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Sunday, November 28, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Burial was at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial donations may be rqade to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements were made’ by the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Holt,'29 years Military and National Guard, and he enjoyed auto-stock car racing. Mr. Wolcott was preceded in death by his mother, Ruth in 1997; father, Thomas in 1984; and twin brother, Douglas in 1981. He is survived by daughters, Diana Jo Steras of Maryland, and Jodie (Herman) Hunter of Eaton Rapids; son, Douglas Webb Wolcott; . sister, Rocksan (Bill) Kelly of Charlotte; 4 grandchildren, Britnie, Brandon, Briana, and John. Funeral services were Wednesday, November 24, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Reverend Charles Jenson officiated. Interment was at Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to American Liver Foundation, American Kidney Fund, or American Heart Association. David Wolcott CHARLOTTE - David Wolcott, age 54, of Charlotte, passed away Sunday, November 21, 1999. Mr. Wolcott was born on May 15, 1945, in Charlotte, the* son of Thomas and Ruth (Barrett) Wolcott. He served in the Army 82nd Airbom in Vietnam. He was a member of the Eagle Lodge #3552, Moose Lodge #228, DAV Chapter 8 Capital City, VFW Post #6132, American Legion #238 in "There would be no guar­ antee that we would get ei­ ther one... this is not bind­ ing it's just an application. There is no cost right now," Dunham said. "We have already said that we would do the river bed trail... it seems like we are contradicting ourselves," said White. "When we put in a grant for the railbed trail, it's like you're saying, 'well, just in case we don't get that grant, we can go ahead with my special pro­ ject that I want to get done," she said to Dunham. "This isn't a special one," said Dunham. "I'd like to get both of them done." "But it seems you are putting a whole lot more ef­ fort into that one," White replied. "They both have merits," said Mapes. "If they come back and both are approved or just the riverbed is ap­ proved, then we will go with the riverbed trail. We can't afford both of them..." "What happens when one is approved and its the wrong one?" asked White. "Is there a wrong one?" said Mapes. "Yes there is..." said White."I think we would have a better chance submit­ ting (just) one." "It wouldn't hurt either to put both in, they would be applied for separately, accep­ tance for the grants is based on merit," said Dunham. "Well, I think the Citi­ zen's Advisory Committee has put their merit in the riverbed," replied White. "We applied (for the railbed trail grant) in the spring and we were denied because of the legal stuff, which is still not complete," said White. Rails to Trails President Michael Gormley earlier had told the council that law­ suits involving those prop­ erty owners the trail runs through were close to being settled. "It's going to be final­ ized," Gormley said. "But it's not done," said White. "It's gonna be is not it's done." "I think you are missing the point," said Dunham. "We aren't deciding which one to do we arejust apply­ ing for the grant... we said if we can do the riverbed, we will do it, if both are ap­ proved we will still do the river bed. What's the argu­ ment?" "Well, what happens when the rails gets approved and the riverbed turned down? You can't afford to do two," said White. "We can't afford not to make the attempt," replied Dunham. "We can always turn the grant down." The controversial vote then was taken. "I think it's a waste of someone's time if we are not going to accept a grant and that's what we already said," said White. She also implied she felt it-was a slight to the Citizens Advi­ sory Committee who worked up the survey. "I disagree with you be­ cause I think the survey showed support for both of them (trails),” said Mapes. In other business last week, the council: • Agreed to leave the Dec. 23 meeting on that date. • Accepted the resignation of Department of Public Works employee Don Harp, who will accept a job with the Michigan Department of Transportation. • Approved a payment to the Transfer Recycle Station for $1,000. SEASON'S CLOSEOUT SALE! I O o । I O GLN FUNDRAISING WAREHOUSE CLEARANCE Candy, Cookies, Gift Wrap, Candles, Collector Tins, Gift Items & More! All items sold below cost! o I Saturday, Dec. 4 Open from 8 am -12 pm | 129 N. Main, Bellevue, Ml- 616-763-9409 Use Jackson Street Entrance g cofrBPPB’PPPBBPTypaa Elden Perry NASHVILLE - Mr. Elden L. Perry, age 79, of Nashville, passed away Monday, November 22, 1999 at his home. .He was bom on January 9, 1920 in Volt, Montana, the son of Cecil & Orma Perry. Elden was married to Betty Bricker on August 8, 1946 and she preceded him in death in April of 1983. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the Army Air Corps. Elden retired from E.W. Bliss Company in 945-9554 anytime for Hastings in 1982 after 30 years of service. Elden was an electrician, carpenter, jack of all trades, and did woodworking projects for people in the community. He was also preceded in death by his dad, Cecil in 1988; his mom, Orma in 1975; and a brother, Donald in 1992. Elden is survived by a niece, Julie (Robert) Schlieve of Appleton, Wisconsin, and her family; and special friends, Dick & Virginia Tobias of Nashville. Private family services were at Highland Memorial Park Cemetery in Appleton, Wisconsin. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry County Christian School. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. KCC names scholarship recipients Officials at Kellogg Community College have announced that several KCC students have received scholarships to help them achieve their educational goals at the institution. Tami Gregg of Lake Odessa is the recipient of the American Dental Hygiene Association Institute for Oral Health Scholarship in the amount of $ 1,000.. Additionally, six individu­ als have been chosen to receive the Capital Region Community Foundation grant. In order to be eligible for this award, students must live in Ingham, Eaton or Clinton County. Recipients include Kristin Smith of St. Johns; Samantha Myers, Charlotte; Stacy O’Connell, Giget Thompson-Schlyer, and Micki Pitcher, Bellevue; and Kim Pennington, Vermontville. fora PRINTER? Call Barry County’s MOST COMPLETE PRINTING COMPANY — We have it ALL! FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH PRINT SHOP For Rent Real Estate A gift to the Barry Community Founda­ tion is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. KALKASKA COUNTY: 6+ WOODED ROLLING ACRES: Ideal all seasons rec­ reation location. Short drive to State Land and snowmobile trails. Includes driveway, cleared building/camping site. Electric. $25,900, $500 down, $320/mo., 11% Land Contract. Northern Land Company 1-800-968-3118, www.northerlandco.com Full Color • Signs Copying • Laminating Addressing ...and MORE! • Complete Binding (616) < jSft Looking VERY NICE 2 BEDROOM mobile home; very large 1 bed­ room apartment, in Nashville, 517-852-9386. o g o 945-5078 / fax: <616> 945-5192 or can 945-9554 printing specialists �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. November 30,1999 - Page 6 Wish Upon a Star requests increase from last year by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Wish Upon a Star tree is up at the bank in Nashville. The stars now wait to be plucked off the tree so that community children may have their Christmas wishes Maplewood students selling popcorn for special assemblies Maplewood students have been busy selling popcorn this year, raising money for special assemblies. Teacher Bob Smith said the students are learning from the project as well as raising money. They are learning work ethic, responsibility and math skills, he said. Community Notice Miscellaneous Recreation HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-SOO611-3766. MAINTAIN & EVEN LOSE WEIGHT this Holiday season while eating the food you love, $ back guarantee, free sample. 616-248-7707.____________ 1996 SKI-DOO FORMULA STX 583 studded ski-skins, hi windshield, with matching Ski­ Doo suit and HJC helmet. $2,850. 616-948-0502, after 5:00pm. Fann AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 DSS- DIRECT TV: New Y2K access cards are in! Get ready for the year 2000. $50 in free mov­ ies. Change out now while sup­ plies last. Call Stealth 616-948616-948­ 0253. SAVE ON MASS MAILING COSTS when you want to reach a large audience, insert your bro­ chure in one ofour local publica­ tions. Call 616-945-9554 Compare To National Brands And Save! Potassium Echinacea Gluconate 550 mg. 100’s granted. Chairwoman of the pro­ gram Lois Elliston said that family names of those in need of extra help during the holiday season come from a variety of sources. They are then assigned a number. The children get three wishes with a price limit of $15. The numbers and wishes, along with the child's name are then placed on the tree. 'There seems to be a greater need this year," she said. "There were 86 re­ quests for help last year, and 110 this year, so we have a great need this year." People in the community are encouraged to take a star and buy the gift, wrap it and return it under the tree with the star attached to the front. Elliston said the program is running along with the Community Christmas Basket. There are boxes for food around town that will help make baskets for the needy this holiday season. Elliston said the program could use help sorting and making the baskets. She can be reached at the village of­ fice at 852-9544. Or people can show up Friday, Dec. 17, at 6 p.m. at the Nashville United Methodist Church to help sort. "Churches, businesses, schools and other organiza­ tions all donate their time money and products," said Elliston. "This is for fami­ lies that generally make it through the year but need a boost during the holiday Mobile Homes NationalAds ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604._________________ HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ 3689 Ext#1400 24hrs.______ FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604, NEED BUSINESS CARDS, envelopes, brochures or more, call J-Ad Graphics at 616-945­ 9554 REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604._________________ ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. Saw Ginseng 100 mg. Palmetto The Wish Upon a Star tree is up at the bank in Nashville. People are encouraged to take a star, buy the suggested gift and return the present under the tree, wrapped with the star attached. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. WHY RENT WHEN YOU CAN OWN? 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Immediate occupancy, 877-6657324______________________ HUD APPROVED: 3 bed, 2 bath, stove, refrigerator, & dish­ washer. Down payment as low as $500. No payments for 60 days. Call Better Choice Homes, 877-665-7324, __________ 1999 CLEARANCE SALE: Have 2 models left. Must sell by Dec. 1 st, 1999. Call Better Choice Homes at 1-877-665-7324. STOP WASTING MONEY: own your own home. Good, bad, or no credit. Call 1-877-665­ 7324. For Sale Auto 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $11,000OBO. 948948­ 0502 season." ‘ Elliston said the star pro­ gram is for children up to the age of 16. "A lot of the children do not always wish for toys, but they ask for books or clothes... for many of the children these are the only gifts they will receive this season." For those who are too busy to shop, there is an open bank account for those who would like to donate. Those whose wishes aren't "adopted" will have them purchased from the bank ac­ count. The Dog House * * Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Claude Hine, Groomer 269 S. Pease Road Coining in Oct. to the Vermontville, MI 49096 Yellow Pages HELP WANTED Enthusiastic person to work with Senior Citizens 5 days a week. This is a part-time opportunity in Nashville, offering a competitive wage and benefits. Apply at... Commission on Aging 120 N. Michigan Ave., Hastings 572E.O.E. f �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 30,1999 - Page 7 Rep. Tabor announces toll free phone number State Rep. Susan Tabor has announced a toll-free telephone number as one more way for residents to keep in close contact with her. “Some of the residents I represent in Eaton County have to pay long-distance charges to touch base with me in Lansing,” said Tabor, R-Delta Township. “This Two blood drives set in Nashville Two Red Cross Blood Area students dissect owl pellets Students at Maplewood dissected owl pellets last week In the pellets they found the skulls, hips, lower jaws and ribs of what the owls ate.’ Caleb Abfalter (from left), Kenny Kienutske, and John Specht all agreed the project project Cwaalse bveArbyf a"cltoeor l("f.rom Party store still plagued by embezzlement reports by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer A Nashville party store has again fallen victim to apparent embezzlement, bringing the number of sus­ pected instances to at least five oyer the last six months, according to Nashville Police Chief Garry Barnes. Barnes and officer Chris Hanson, who handled all of the investigations,' said the latest cases involve employ­ ees, including an 18-year-old male clerk, a 27-year-old female cashier and a 32-yearold female cashier. All three have confessed and police are awaiting ar­ rest warrants from the Barry County Prosecutor's office, said Barnes Tuesday. Police said the 32-year-old Vermontville woman al­ legedly embezzled approxi­ mately $2,500 in instant lottery ticket^ and groceries while working at the store, while the 27-year-old Nashville woman confessed to taking approximately $5,000 in instant lottery tickets. The 18-year-old male allegedly confessed to taking several cases of beer and knowingly selling alcoholic beverages and liquor to 12 known minors more than 30 times. "Hiat investigation started out as possible embezzle­ ment of lottery tickets," ex­ plained Barnes. According to Hanson, his investigation turned up a video tape that revealed the suspect making the 30 sales to the minors between Sept. 23 until Nov. 17. In the case of the Nashville woman, police said the woman allegedly scratched off the lottery tickets between Nov. 1998 and February 1999. "Out of 918 winning tickets cashed by employees from Jan. 1 and Feb. 5, 810 were (allegedly) cashed by the suspect," said Barnes. "The suspect confessed to taking 25 to 30 tickets per shift." The woman told police she needed the money be­ cause she is severely in debt to the State of Michigan and the Internal Revenue Ser­ vice, said Barnes. The Vermontville woman worked at the store from Oct. 22 until Nov. 4 and al- legedly began stealing on her first day of work, accord­ ing to Barnes. "Records indicated an un- usually high number of tickets cashed during the shifts worked by the suspect," said Barnes. "Officer Hanson gained a full confes- sion, which included taking and scratching off lottery tickets and taking groceries and cigarettes while work­ ing. In one of the previous two embezzlement cases, Battle Creek woman Shawn Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David C°bb<A^ 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 McPherson, 28, was sen­ tenced in Barry County Cir­ cuit Court last September to six months in jail with credit for 10 days served and to spend the next five years on probation. McPherson, a former em­ ployee of the store, was ar­ rested by the Nashville Po­ lice Department in August and accused of stealing money, alcohol, cigarettes, food and lottery tickets over a period of several months, Barnes said in August. "She would come back af­ ter closing with her key and go in and take these things," he said. McPherson stole to get money to support her drug habit, according to prosecu­ tors. In October, Kelly Michael Swafford, 28, of Battle Creek, who took part in McPherson's scheme to em­ bezzle from the store was sentenced to spend two to five years in prison. Swafford pleaded guilty to embezzling $1,000 to $20,000 from the store be­ tween January and May of this year and was also or­ dered to pay $7,500 restitu­ tion. Police seeking teens in store break-in A Nov. 14 burglary of the Little Country Store on Thornapple Lake in which two juveniles are suspected of breaking the glass on the front door to get inside, ac­ cording to a report by the Barry County Sheriffs De­ partment. Once inside, the subjects took at least 40 packs of cigarettes, dropping three packs on the ground during their escape. Also found on the ground was a bottle of Mountain Dew. Police have no suspects and the incident remains un­ der investigation. drives will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. on two different days in December in Nashville. The first blood drive in this area next month will be in Nashville Friday, Dec. 3, at the Independent Baptist Church, at the Castleton Township Hall Tuesday, Dec. 14. Anyone who is at least 17 CO^554 to place your ACTION-ad! years of age, weighs at least 110 110 pounds, pounds, is is in in reasonreasonably good health and who hasn't given blood within 56 days of the date of the drive is eligible to contribute. toll-free number will make it easier for residents to com­ municate with me and my legislative staff about issues or problems of concern to them. “I am always looking for ways to encourage and improve better communica­ tion and responsiveness between myself and the peo­ ple that I serve.” Tabor’s new, toll-free number is 1-877-71 TABOR. She also- encourages resi­ dents to write her at P.O. Box 30014, Lansing, MI 48909. Local residents can still reach her at (517) 373-0853. WEIGHT LOSE SUPPORT GROUP AND CLASS Who: Herbal Health Care Systems Where: 695 S. Mason Road, Nashville, Ml 49073 When: Every Tuesday Time: 6:00 Call 517-852-2541 for directions MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HNS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.......................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker) 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate) .. .852-5066 CLOSE TO STORES IN NASHVILLE $112,000 2 bedroom ranch home In 2 story, 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 country on 2+ acres. bath home, living roomk din-Overlooks pond, large living ing room & kitchen, first floor room w/beamed ceiling, laundry, garage. 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Call Nyle (VL-39) 3.3 ACRES - Country lot big enough for a horse, surveyed on private road. ................................ (VL-42) 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site priced to buy at Just $16,900. Call Nyle today, 726-1234. (VL-43) 1.4 ACRES - This restricted parcel is ideal for your new home, land con­ tract terms. Call Nyle to discuss the details.. ■ (VL-30) PRICE REDUCED! 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway inter­ change. Surveyed, perked & has per­ mit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer....................VL-49) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 30,1999 - Page 8 Forum on violence, continued from page 1 Eaton County Under Sheriff Richard Whitaker talks to those present at the forum on violence last week. more assets a child has, the less likely he or she is to use drugs, engage in vio­ lence or be sexually promis- - NOTICE The deadline for all applications for the Village of Nashville DPW job opening is today, Tuesday, November 30. All applications must be turned into the village office by 5 p.m. (103) NOTICE Village of Vermontville residents NO PARKING on any village streets or right of ways during the hours of 2 am to 5 am. NOTICE The Vermontville Village council will be discussing the parking problem on village streets and right of ways at the December 2, 1999 Council Meeting 7:30 p.m. All concerned pr lease attend. 101 cuous. Assets are such things as positive family communication, caring neighborhood, creative boundaries, sense of pur­ pose, other adult relation­ ships and responsibility. Everyone, said Mix, should be involved in asset building in today's youth. "There are a lot of kids floating around out there without help," he said. "The biggest problem I have with kids that fall through the cracks is getting them to buy into the pro­ gram," he said. "If I can get them to feel they belong and take some responsibility, I can graduate them." Literature on asset build­ ing was passed out to those in attendance. The audience members then broke into small groups and were told to come up with what they saw as the five biggest con­ cerns they saw happening and five possible solutions. Concerns most often cited from the groups were disre­ spect, harassment, no ac­ countability, fighting, destruction of personal property, substance abuse and profanity. Possible solutions brain­ stormed at the forum were presented by a group leader toward the end of the meet­ ing. Solutions included PLANNING COMMISSION 3 YEAR TERM This is an excellent opportunity to participate within your community and have a direct impact on the fu­ ture development of the County. Apply for the va­ cant position on the Eaton County Planning Com­ mission. This is a nine (9) member commission which is given the task of coordinating the planning and zoning ordinance activities within the townships of Sunfield, Roxand, Vermontville, Chester, Benton, Kalamo, Carmel, Eaton,Eaton Rapids, Bellevue, Walton, Brookfield and Hamlin. The meetings are generally held at 7:00 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month. All interested individuals may pick up an application at the County Clerk’s office, 1045 In­ dependence Blvd., Charlotte, Ml 48813 or contact the County Community Development Department (517) 543-7500 ext. 684. The deadline to file an application will be December 6, 1999. Everyone at the forum broke into small groups and discussed problems and solutions at the forum. When finished they presented their ideas to the rest of the group. Here, Helen Cook, who initiated the forum talks about involving the youth in positive happenings in the community. Alternative Education Principal Tate Mix talks with the crowd about possible solutions to the increase of violence in the youth today. healthy alternatives for activities such as open gym nights, and the possible construction of a skate board park. Regarding substance abuse, Mix cited early inter­ vention and the need for par­ ents to talk openly with their children about it. One talk is not enough," he said. Other solutions were giv­ ing the youth a sense of be­ longing through community service, mentoring pro­ grams, more active adult supervision and enforcement of rules. Cook, spokeswoman for her group, said they would like to see activities geared toward the youth such as movie nights, craft nights and other themed nights with volunteering parents as supervisors at the school, possibly in conjunction with community service groups. Another group said they would like to see the young kids separated from the older kids on the buses. One spokesperson said suggested implementing a class in the curriculum that focused on conflict management. "This is the first step," said Volz at the conclusion of the meeting. "I don't know what the next step is, but if we involve the stu­ dents and the community, I know the next step will happen. I have confidence in that." PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on December 9, 1999 at 7:00 pm in the council chambers. Purpose: to hear comments on the proposed water improvement that the council would like to do. Information on these proposals are available at the village office, at 206 N. Main. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk (102) NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W99 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Ionia County National Bank, during regular working hours, starting at 9am on: Friday, Dec. 3rd, 10th, 17th & 31st Saturday: Dec. 4th, 11th, 18th Any taxes received after Dec. 31,1999 will be receipt­ ed as received in 2000. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog Licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and non-neutered/spayed dog is $12.00. Proof of up to date rabies vaccination is required. After Feb. 29, 2000 licens­ es will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid other days at my home by appointment, or by U.S. Mail. Thank You Robert D. Hyvarinen Sunfield Township Treasurer 8935 W. Mt. Hope Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Phone: 517-566-8913 �1817/1807 brought to you by... 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GL 1122 �Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School honor roll announced 17-year-old Tina Marie Miller of Vermontville was listed in critical condition Friday at Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids suffering from injuries sustained Nov. 22 when her car struck a tree near Hastings. Vermontville girl suffers critical injuries in crash by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer A 17-year-old Vermontville girl is in critical condition with injuries suf­ fered Nov. 22 when her 1985 Mustang convertible left the westbound lane of East State Road and hit a tree. Tina Marie Miller was on her way to work at Classic Realty in Hastings where she holds a co-op job through the Maple Valley Schools when the crash oc­ curred, said Trooper Bill Arndt of the Hastings Post of the Michigan State Po­ lice. Arndt said Miller left school at 12:30 p.m., went home for lunch, then went to Nashville to purchase computer disks for her fa­ ther, returned home fo drop them off, kissed her fiance goodbye and headed for Hastings. "She was recently engaged for a wedding next sum­ mer," said Arndt. Barry County Central Dispatch was called at 1:50 p.m. by a citizen who wit­ nessed only the impact of the crash on East State Road just east of Powell Road. Miller suffered multiple broken bones in her legs and face and was airlifted from the scene of the accident to Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids. "We don't know why she went off the road," said Arndt. "We're still investi­ gating. At first we thought maybe a deer had caused it because there was a dead deer laying right next to the car." Arndt ruled out the deer as a cause after a Department of Natural Resources officer determined the animal had been dead for more than 24 hours. Miller was wearing a seat belt when the accident oc­ curred and alcohol was not involved, said Arndt. 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This area has been updated to better serve the children’s department, the pastor’s offices and the library area. Included in the rededica­ tion ceremony was recogni­ tion of the many people who gave time, materials and encouragement to aid in the completion of the project. In particular, Vernon Curtis and Geneva Knoll (brother and sister), were given a special thanks for the many hours they gave to complete a mural of Noah’s ark. This mural encompasses two walls of a large room Geneva Knoll and Vernon Curtis are surrounded by the mural of Noah’s Ark they-painted at Vermontville Bible Church. Honor roll, from page 10--------- W j(i£ ®S’ ■s®tObn.BejiOs® l!” Ntte, Wb M 'h tat ® 'Mstai'h *W IfkitWi life 'Jlii H^Wf Im, Wbii iM *H Im tta taHfasifc tto si. 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Sell your equipment to Stealth, 100 minimum cash for any equip­ ment with a blue access H card, need not be working, must have valid access card. Call Stealth, 616-948-0253. where many of the children’s activities are held. Jerry Harris also was rec­ ognized during the ceremo­ ny for the work done by his cdnstruction company. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 On the shelf at the Sunfield District Library Dana Schelter tried her hand at creating a bulletin board for November and came up with a design that gave kids a chance to focus on the meaning of Thanksgiving. Children were provided with a paper leaf on which to color and note what they were thankful for. These were in turn posted bn the bulletin board for everyone, to marvel at. . Some of the things Sunfield’s kids are thankful for include family, friends, parents, food, animals, the library, books, art, a special niece, etc. A few adults con­ tributed leaves, too, listing their children and grandchil­ dren. Most unique was a leaf expressing thankfulness for “my blanket.” New videos are The Negotiator, Matrix, The Horse Whisperer, Godzilla, Armageddon, Truman Show, A Simple Plan, She’s All That, Blast from the Past, A Civil Action, The Water Boy, and Billboard Dad (a Mary Kat and Ashley feature), Casper the Friendly Ghost featuring three Casper adventures, and two Disney Cartoon Classics videos, starring Donald and Daisy Duck, and Silly Symphonies. New books on our shelves, by category are: Adult Fiction - Personal Injuries, by Scott Turow; Vinegar Hill, a new Oprah book by A. Manette Ansay; two of Janet Daily’s popular Calder books, which the library did not have, were donated: The Calder Sky and Calder Born, Calder Bred. Paperback: New fiction titles are Elizabeth Lowell’s Remember Summer, Karen Robards’ The Midnight Hour and The Magic of Christmas, which is a selec­ tion of romances with holi­ day themes, by many authors. Among the dona­ tions recently received were several Harlequin romances, such as A Christmas Kiss, by Caroline Bums, A Holiday of Love, co-written by Jude Deveraux, Judith McNaught, and others, The Daddy Factor, by Bonnie K.Winn, Hot Chocolate Honeymoon, by Cathy Gillen Thacker, They’re the Onel, by Mindy Neff, Mail Order Cowboy, by Pamela Bauer, Caught Under the Mistletoe, by Kate Hoff­ mann, Catching A Daddy, by Charlotte Maclay, an Ordinary Day, by Vivian Leiber, and His-And-Hers Family, by Bonnie K. Winn. Additional donations in­ clude Cocoon, by David Saperstein, The Nightingale Legacy, by Catherine Coul­ ter, The Thornbirds, by Colleen McCullough, Why Didn’t They Ask Evans?, by Agatha Christie, and Remote Control, by Stephen White. Large Print: Jan Karon’s A New Song is a Wilma Huyck Memorial book; Tyler’s Row, by Miss Read, is a donation. Christian Fiction: Cloth of Heaven and Ashes and Lace are books 1 and 2 of B.J. Hoff’s Song of Erin series; Heart of the Wilderness, by Janette Oke, Love is a Gentle Stranger, and Love Leads Home, both by June Masters Bachter, and a Heartsong romance, A Wing and a Prayer, by Trade J. Peterson, are all donations. Adult Non-Fiction: Long-running bestseller. The Seat of the Soul, is by Gary Zukaw; The Not-so-Scary Best Cancer Book: Two Sisters’ Guide Guide from Discovery to Recovery, is by Carolyn Ingram, Ed.D., and Leslie Ingram Gebhart, M.A. The Heritage of America Methodism and was recommended by local church librarian and histori­ an, Rose Steward. Junior and Young Adult: Clarice Beam, That’s Me, by Lauren Child; One Saturday Afternoon, by Barbara Baker; six educational “Just Ask” books for very young children were donated and their titles are Why Does It Thunder and Lightning?, What is a Rainbow?, What is a Butterfly?, What Do Birds Sing?, Why is it Hot?, and What is a Jungle?; Angel of Mercy is a new young adult release by Lurlene Mc­ Daniel; Harriet the Spy, by Louise Fitzhugh, Some Kind of Friend, by Mary Francis Shura, Please Write...I Need Your Help!, by Carol Beach York, and Newbery winner The Summer of the Swans, by Betsy Byars, are junior fiction donations; Good­ night Moon, by Margaret Wise Brown, Piggins, by Jane Yolen, A Journey to the Holy Land, by Margaret W. Tarrant, A Sesame Street Visit to the Hospital, �Th* Vaiipy Np*s. Nashville. Tuesday November 30. 1999 - Page 12 Thanksgiving meal enjoyed at Kellogg Elementary by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Kellogg Elementary School held a Thanksgiving dinner with all the trim­ mings at the school last Wednesday. Everyone at the facility, including the Alternative Education, and the child care programs, enjoyed the meal. Alternative Education Principal and teacher Tate for the program and it seemed natural to invite the other programs at Kellogg. Served buffet style the food included numerous desserts, shrimp, homemade macaroni and cheese and other goodies. The children seemed to love the dinner. "It's yumm," said one small child. Mix said that the students each brought a dish to pass. On Tuesday night, he said he was nervous that the 20pound turkey that he still had to bake would not be ready. "I'll probably be up all night," he laughed. But the turkey made it to the dinner on time, and fully cooked. Mix said the dinner has become an annual event NEW ITEMS AT THE PUTNAM LIBRARY Non-Fiction - Best Ever Cookies by Nestle, Check It Money Out, College Dangers of Handbook, Tattooing and Bodypiercing, Malitia Movement and Hate and Groups, Weapons Schools, Violence in Creative Wedding Decorations, Healing With Herbs, Scholarships, Grant Money, Secrets of Charisma, Voca­ tional and Tech Schools. Adult Fiction - Desperate Season by Michael Blaine, in Atlantis by Hearts Stephen King, High Tide by Jude Deveraux, Monster by Jonathan Kellerman, Personal Injuries by Scott Turow, Pop Goes by Weasel by James Patterson, Quiet Game by Greg Iles, Saving Faith by David Baladacci, Spring of Souls by William Cobb, Hard Time by Sara Paretsky, A Time for Killing by Lanagan, Death Pass by Lanagan, Comanche Trail by Camp, No Lesser Plea by Tannenbaum, Net Force by Clancy, Once Upon a Scandal by Smith, Pearl Cove by Lowell, Sioux Stampede, Apache Wells, Chimney Rock Burial, Badlands Bloodbath, Timber Terror, Texas Hellion by Jon Sharpe, Blood Feud by David Thopson, The Last Bounty, son of a Gunsmith by Roberts, Death Rides a Chestnut Mare by Compton, Mountain Blood by Bradvoid, Stillwater Smith by Roderus, Cold Moon by Woolard. Junior and youth adults - Dear America Series - The Girl Who Chased Away Sorrow, A Light in the Storm, Journal of Scott Kids in the child care program give Community Education Director Linda Miller a big hug at last week's Thanksgiving dinner. Pendelton Collins, Journal of Sean Sullivan, Journal of Ben Uchida, Cleopatra VII, Ducky by Ann Martin, Mark McGwire by Rob Rains, Sammy Sousa by George Castle, Animals on Board, Alien Lifesearch, Artificial Intelligence, Case of the Shrunken Allowance, Santa’s Short Suit Shrunk, Richard Scarry’s Little ‘Counting Book, Knights, Search for Naughty Ned, Dinosaur Dinners, Tale of a Tadpole, The Clash, Iggy Pop, Kiss, Led Zeppelin, Bob Marley. Videos - Pinnochio, Alice in Wonderland, Blair Witch Project, Big Daddy, Jack Frost, Saving Private Ryan, My Favorite Martian, Joan ofArc, Mummy. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 49/December 7, 1999 Three Rails to Trails lawsuits are settled Junior Brian Burt, (from left) and seniors Joshua Smith and Leah Smith have qualified as finalists in the Forty- Third Annual mathematics Prize Competition. This is the first time in nine years that a Maple Valley student has qualified. Three students qualify as state math contest finalists by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter For the first time in nine years, three Maple Valley High School students have qualified as finalists in the 43rd annual Michigan Mathematics Prize Compe­ tition. Brian Burt, Joshua Smith and Leah Smith are among the top 1,028 students from among 13,827 in Part I of the competition to qualify. Math Department Chair­ person Sharlot Sours said, "We gave the test to 89 stu­ dents... the last time we had a student qualify was nine years ago, so this is very exciting. I am very proud of them to see that they have done so well." The finalists will compete in Part II on Dec. 8. This exam consists of five chal­ lenging problems to which students must provide writ­ ten explanations for their claims and mathematical proof for their results. Albion College will host a grading session next Jan­ uary to score the students' work. Students with the top 100 scores on the two parts will be invited to an Awards Day program next March at Al­ bion College. The top 50 will be presented with scholarships ranging from the bronze awards of $450 to $2,500 for the first place gold medalist who will be designated the Ford Scholar in recognition of the dona­ tion of this award by Ford Motor Company. A team of 40 to 45 of these top students will par­ ticipate in training sessions in preparation for the Amer­ ican Regions Mathematics League competition. This is a national competition that takes place in early June. The students said they were surprised to hear that they qualified. "The test took about an hour and a half," said Leah Smith. Will no one seek position of Nashville president? by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Write No one filed a nominating petition to run for Nashville Village President in time for the deadline last week. A person can always be a write-in candidate, which would require filling out forms at the village office, but as of now the position is open. Current President Dennis Mapes said that though he would love to run again, he has sold his house and is moving south of the village in Assyria Township to live on a farm that has been in his family for more than a hundred years. "I have thoroughly en­ joyed my time on the council," he said. Mapes said that in the event that no one runs for president, a trustee from the council will be nominated to the position, and then the trustee's position will be advertised and filled. There are three trustee seats also up for re-election March 13. The seats are cur- rently held by Chris Pash, Carroll Wolff and the seat held previously by the resigned Mike Kenyon, which is not yet filled. Those who filed nominat­ ing petitions for the three seats are Chris Pash, Carroll Wolff, Dan Kellogg, Mike Beachnau and (Charles) Ed Sheldon. In Vermontville, Village President Sue Villainuva is running unopposed, along with treasurer Kay Marsh and clerk Shirley Harmon. Trustee seats who are up for election are Ester Mar­ tin, Jim Samann, and Tom Williams. . Running for the three open seats are Ester Martin, Tom Williams, Doug Kelsey, Edward Curth, Roger Metz and Harold Stewart. by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Three cases involving Nashville residents against the Rails to Trails Associa­ tion have been settled. Those settled include a lawsuit by Russ and Irene Furlong, a suit by Owen and Delores Knoll and one by Geraldine Tobias. While the association has claimed ownership of a strip of land on which the former railroad ran through each of the residents' property, the residents claimed they in fact owned the land through adverse possession. The Trail Association's goal is to have a connecting linear pedestrian corridor built on the strip. In the case of the Fur­ longs, the TTA gave up a portion of land, but kept a strip wide enough for a trail, according to the TTA Presi­ dent Michael Gormley. "We deeded over a portion to Furlong... we retained 30 feet in some portions and 40 feet in the rest, which is enough to build a trail," he said. "We get a quick claim, which recognizes us as the owners." Gormley added, "We are satisfied because we retained enough property to get a trail in and he was because he got a portion of the land." Gormley said the TTA sold 60 feet of the land to the Knolls and Tobias to settle and both also obtained an easement on the prop­ erty. Gormley said both par­ ties paid a total of $2,000 for both objectives. In the case of all the law­ suits, the residents have the first opportunity to buy the land if it is sold for a pur­ pose other than a non-motorized trail, appropriate bar­ riers shall be set up at the entry and exit to discourage a use other than non motor­ ized, and fencing is to be in­ stalled by the party request­ ing it. "We haven't had the deeds change hands yet," said Gormley, "but we have filed the settlement... I would expect (the deeds) to change hands in the next month or two." There are two other simi­ lar cases not yet officially settled in Nashville. One involves the VFW. "The VFW case is settled, as far as both sides have agreed to a settlement," said Gormley. "Their lawyer just hasn't written up the agree­ ment and that should happen shortly." Another case involving the Washingtons was post­ poned in court until Jan. 7, said Gormley. Vermontville considers new water tower funding by Shawna Hubbarth the improvements for $1.8 $12.10-$ 17.03 per customer million. StaffWriter (depending on the funding). Engineering firm Fleis The higher the dollar The rates would raise and Vandenbrink last week amount of the project the anywhere from $17.11­ presented the Vermontville better chance the village has 40.87 to do option three, Village Council with fund­ of securing grants and loans the whole project. The new tower would be ing options for a new water at a more favorable interest put on North Main Street. tower and other improve­ rate, they said. "We should shoot for the ments to the village water The village water tower high amount and ifwe come system. now hold 63,000 gallons of down we come down," said The village water tower trustee Rod Harmon. " I now holds 63,000 gallons water. Don DeVries, repre­ know it's a lot of money." of water. Don DeVries, rep­ senting (Fleis and One council member resenting the company, rec­ Vandenbrink), recommend­ mentioned taking more ommended the village build ed the village build a tower money from the general a tower to hold 300,000 gal­ to hold 300,000 gallons. fund to pay for the project lons. making it cheaper for the There is not much for fire There are a few different customers of the water. protection," he said. options for funding the pro­ Council also talked about He also recommended the jects. But to apply for the recouping the engineer costs village look into replacing loans costs around $20,000. from the grant money. some of the four-inch water They recommended not ap­ The Public Works Com­ lines. plying for the smaller op­ mittee will talk the project "Some of your lines at tion one but for option two over and report back to four inches are not up to the additional rates would council on the matter. state (regulations)," he said. range anywhere from He also recommended adding two wells to deal with the bigger tower. DeVries and Larry Fleis also talked to the council about funding options. The council would first • Hayley Todd enjoys summer in Finland have to decide on the size of the project. There are three • Christmas in the Village set in options. First is to just re­ Vermontville place the tower at $500,000. The current wells would • Vermontville considers street parking also have to be modified to problem handle the water. Second option is to build • Crash victim upgraded to ‘serious’ a new tower, and add one ad­ ditional well at $750,000. The third option is to do all In This Issue �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 7,1999 - Page 2 Hayley Todd enjoys summer in Finland weeks with the Kupiainen family and traveled to Polvijarvi, which is a small town like Vermontville. There she met the Pohkonen family. Their names were Toivo and Anja. The couple was older and did not have any children left at home and they did not speak much English. The Pehkonens called on their goddaughter a lot to join them on their adventures with Hayley. She was 16 years old and her English was much better. kids. They took Hayley to a The family took Hayley to mine near their town and to see an Italian opera in a cas- something Hayley under­ tle called Olavinlinna in the stood to be something to do town of Savonlinna. The with “rabbits.” When they opera was titled “La Forza arrived at their destination del Destino,” which translat-all was made clear that the ed means “Destiny of the event had nothing to do with Soul,” and it was written by rabbits when thee river Guiseppe Verdi. became visible with white Hayley spent only two water “rapids.” She had Hayley Todd, a senior at Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School, spent time in Finland this summer as a guest of the Lions International Youth Exchange program. This was Hayley’s first time out ofthe U.S. She left town June 11 to spend time with a family from Savonlinna, which is about the size of Hastings. The Kupiainen family consisted of the father, Hilkka, the mother, Jorma, and four never went down a river with rapids and was a bit nervous, but had a good time. She tried many different foods while in Finland, including elk and reindeer. One of the things she could hardly stomach were the blood pancakes. She was only able to take a very small taste just to say she tried them. She really loved a cookie called Veera which was similar to an Oreo, but with jelly filling. And, of course, there was always McDonald’s and Pizza Hut to fall back on when she traveled to Helsinki to join Gwen McDougal from Vermontville and her host family. The Nakari family took both girls to an amuse­ ment park in Helsinki, which was quite mild compared to the amusement parks in America. We offer good-student insurance discounts! fyou’re carrying a “B” or better average .and have a good driving record, you may be eligible for a Hayley Todd with the Kupiainen family in Savonlinna, Finland. One thing that Hayley found odd in Finland was that they have no carpet on the floors in their homeland and they do not have clothes dryers. They hang things up With support and dona­ tions from local merchants and organizations, Vermontville Girl Scouts will be host for the fourth annual “Christmas in the Village’ celebration Friday evening, Dec. 17, from 6 to 8 HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-800­ 611-3766. ance premiums through Auto-Owners Insurance Company. Stop in our agency and ask us about it! with several Lions club rep­ resentatives, which helped to add to the many memories that she brought home with her on July 24. ‘Christmas in the Village’ slated in Vermontville Community Notice substantial discount on your auto insur- to dry. And while she was in Finland was during the time of year when it never gets completely dark. At night­ time it was only dusk. While on her trip she met p.m. Santa will be visiting with the children at the Opera House. There will be seating provided and Christmas cookies, hot cocoa, coffee and other goodies will be on sale while visitors listen to Christmas music provided by the Girl Scouts. An ornament sale will be held, featuring crafts and ornaments hand made by the Girls Scouts. There will be unique items available. Santa will arrive by fire truck, and will be listening to wish lists and passing out goodies to all the children. Pictures will be available for $1 each. Through the generosity of local merchants, we have door prizes to be offered throughout the evening for children as well as adults. Help 'Wanted LIVE-IN HELP WANTED FOR Adult Foster Care home, must have TB test, First Aid, and CPR, 616-948-3619 ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TktNo Mfon flofift,* TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 Miscellaneous MAINTAIN & EVEN LOSE WEIGHT this Holiday season while eating the food you love, $ back guarantee, free sample. 616-248-7707. ffior Christmas Qiana's Place cThe Place to Gofor Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road g^^Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481,4 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... .11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ... •....... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training Sunday A.M. Worship ..................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group ■ Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service .............. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 6 p.m. 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship........................... 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66' 5 mi. south ofNashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. oh Mulliken Road Church Service ............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time 10:30 a.m. Adult Class.................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ...... ...11 a.m. P.M. Service ...... -.........7 p.m. Wed. Service ..... .........7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR PEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the,corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship .......... .10 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................9 a.m. (1 st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... .9 a.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH FATHER MIKE STAFFORD VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ........ 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service ......... 7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 7,1999 — Page 3 Sixth-graders hear from soldiers in Kosovo by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Lynne Snyder’s sixth grade class was happily sur­ prised to receive letters of reply from those serving in the Kosovo conflict re­ cently. As an assignment the stu­ dents wrote a letter to those serving in the military in Kosovo. Some of the stu­ dents got replies. Student Shamarr Gearhart said they learned a lot from the letters. "We learned about what it is like to be in the mili­ tary," she said. "We learned about flying planes, the climate and the food over there. They said it wasn't so good." "But they said the scenerywas beautiful with ipoun-, tains, rivers and the ocean," she added. Another student said the woman who replied to his letter told him about the dif­ ferent types of helicopters Brittany Hillard was pleasantly surprised to receive these patches in the mail from her "pen cal" in Kosovo. The students, with teacher Lynne Snyder, hold their letters of reply from those serving in Kosovo; she flew. Student Brittany Hillard received an extra surprise — she was sent' some military patches. "The neatest thing about it was writing to someone you didn't know," she said. EATON FEDERAL IS OKFORY2K We have installed new computers in all offices. We have tested and retested all systems. Our systems have been fine tuned and reviewed by our com­ puter center, federal regulators and bank officials to ensure that there will be no interruption of service when the Year 2000 arrives. In addition, fed­ eral regulators have stated that 99.9% of the Banking Industry is Y2K compliant. We have communicated with power and telephone companies and have been assured of their readiness. Based on the Federal Insurance of accounts and our strong commitment to a smooth transition, we strongly recommend that you do not take the risk of withdrawing large amounts of cash. Your money will be here, safe and sound as it has been for the last 63 years. We’ll be open January 3rd, busi­ ness as usual. You have trusted Eaton Federal for the last 63 years and you can continue to put your confidence in us for the new millennium. From yourfriends and neighbors at "Eaton Eederab, HASTINGS 4 Shamarr Gearhart reads her letter from a soldier serving in Kosovo. we wish you a safe andhappy hobiday season! Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 Kids. Senlorn, A Evoryone all day Tuo»d>y $4.SO with Student ID DIGITAL STEREO Unllmllad Frw Drlnh Wafllto 0 .050 Corn Rafllla Stadium Seating Givea YOU An Unobstructed View O TOY STORY 2 (G) W/TH 6:25,8:45 ’ TUES 11:30,1:40,4:00,6:25,< 8: 45 POKEMON (G)W/TH 5:20.. 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HOURS OPEN: Tuesday thru Thursday 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. I•I Students at Maplewood show off their nearly completed projects of scratch art. zhe Sugar J-lut •I Phone 517-726-1518 WORK FROM HOME: Grow­ ing company needs help.Earn help. Earn between $500-$1,200 part-time/ full-time. Fun, easy, will train. Call for free 14 page booklet. 616-248-7779. www.cash911.com/byrbest SNOW PLOWING-LEAF CLEANUP - NOW ACCEPT­ ING COMMERCIAL, RESIRESI­ DENTIAL SNOW PLOW ACCOUNTS. PM ENTER­ PRISES, 948-0477. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING Licensed & Insured. Owner operated for 14 years. David Hal li will, owner. 517-543-1002 SOFTWATER REPAIR MAN I repair all softwater equip­ ment. Service from 1972. Call Randy, 517-543-0895 ROOFING, SIDING, BARN REPAIRS, windows, decks. Albert Sears 517-726-1347. Turn those unwanted items into cash. Call 905-9550 to place your classified ad. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 7,1999 — Page 5 living with Diabetes’ program is Dec. 13-16 Engagements A diabetes diagnosis does­ n’t have to be scary. Just ask nurse Becky Hackworth. She’s been managing her own diabetes for 30 years. Hackworth’s experience with the disease, coupled with her profession as a nurse, have made her a nat­ ural for facilitating Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital’s diabetic support group. She’s been filling that role since 1991. The HGB diabetes pro­ gram’s next educational series is planned for Dec. 13 to 16. For details, call the hospital at 543-1050, exten­ sion 700, to leave a message. “The two most important reasons people join the sup­ port group are sharing with people who have diabetes, and the education part,” Hackworth said. The “education part”is a series of services HGB offers to area patients who are diagnosed with diabetes. The HGB diabetes program is a comprehensive, statecertified array of benefits local diabetes can use right in their own hometown. “Initially,if a patientis Brodbeck 65th anniversary & 5 generations Five generations of the Richard/Mildred Brodbeck clan celebrated a birth, two birthdays and a 65th wed­ ding anniversary. Victoria Faith Martinez was born just in time to make the anniversary into a five generation event. Also in­ cluded in the photo is Janine Frizzell (back left), Sara Martinez and Elizabeth Bursley. Richard and Mildred Brodbeck were married Nov. 1, 1934. Richard also celebrated his 87th birthday on Nov. 1. His wife, Mildred, celebrated her 86th birthday Nov. 27. Victoria Faith Martinez is the Brodbecks’ first great­ great-grandchild. They have 15 great-grandchildren and seven grandchildren. diagnosed with diabetes, it is hoped that the physician will send the patient for diabetes education,” said HGB regis­ tered dietitian Pat Thurston, who coordinates the HGB diabetes program. “Patients don’t always have enough information to manage dia­ betes on their own. So, through a referral for dia­ betes education, the patients can get the information they need.” Newly diagnosed patients are taught survival tactics, including medication admin­ istration, diet guidelines and blood-sugar testing. The ser­ vices provided individual­ ized care aimed at helping participants gain control of their diabetes through self­ care. A personal education plan is developed, which includes group and individ­ ual instruction and follow upf The educational aspect ot the program includes input from four clinical leaders. Hackworth; Thurston; physi­ cal therapist Rick Hayward, director of HGB’s rehabilita­ tive services department; and Mike Carmody, director of HGB’s pharmacy. “It’s a state-certified pro­ gram, which assures that specific criteria will becovered in the class, and that it contains current treatment information,” Thurston said. Nashville resident Car­ olyn Gould is a member of the support group and a recent graduate of the HGB diabetes program education­ al scries. She attended with her husband, Merton, who is not diabetic, but who does most of the cooking in the family. , “We enjoyed it all,” Gould said. “He’s the one who’s really up on it. 1 depend on him.” She said the program has been a big help since her diagnosis three months ago. “It’s helped with our diet,” she said. “We didn’t know much about carbohydrates and how much to use, and the program at Hayes Green Beach is how we found out. We hear good ideas from other people. They have recipes, which I need. I’m new at this.” Leep-Stine Tomas and Bonnie Leep ofNashville are proud to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Marie Leep of Brent Adam Stine. He is the son of Daniel and Pamela Stine of Vermontville. Sarah is a 1995 graduate ofMaple Valley High School and will graduate from Western Michigan Univer­ sity in April with a degree in elementary education. Brent ployed with Ernst and is a 1994 graduate of Maple Young, an accounting firm Valley High School and a in Detroit. 1998 graduate of Albion The couple is planning a There will be a communi­ College. He is currently em- May 13, 2000 wedding. ty breakfast at the Vermontville United Metho­ dist Church Saturday, Dec. 11, from 7 to 10 a.m. The United Methodist Men will be preparing bis­ cuits and gravy, sausage, Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds eggs any style, pancakes, Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology French toast and Texas toast. • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands A free-will offering will Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request be accepted. Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 Also, the United Metho­ dist Women will be holding 269 S. Pease Road Claude Hine, a cookie walk during these Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer same hours. Methodist men’s breakfast set The Dog House * * * < Pet Grooming Why Settle For Just A Picture When You Can Have 1000 Words As Well? 105 N. Main St. Nashville, Michigan Phone 517-852-1784 Fax 517-852-0256 .4 ».W? 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Say It Print �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 7,1999 - Page 6 Mobile Homes Obituaries Idabelle Marie Hawkins-----George, and Ronald. She is survived by her husband, Elwood R. Hawkins; daughter, Gloria McCoy; grandson, Patrick A. McCoy and his wife, Tina and her two sons, Daryl and Travis Wilhelm; many nieces and nephews; loving friends and neighbors. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, December 1, 1999 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel in Sunfield. Interment was in the Sunfield Cemetery. GRAND LEDGE Mrs. Idabelle Marie Hawkins, age 82, of Grand Ledge, passed away Sunday, November 28, 1999 at Tendercare West She was born on July 22, 1917, in Nashville, the daughter of Martin R. and Estelle (Bassett) Graham, who both preceded her in death. She married Elwood Raymond Hawkins on February 27, 1940. Mrs. Hawkins was also preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy (Graham) Lane; brothers, Albert, FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604. REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604.________________ ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. WHY RENT WHEN YOU CAN OWN? 3 bedroom, 2bath. Immediate occupancy, 877-665­ 7324____________________ HUD APPROVED: 3 bed, 2 bath, stove, refrigerator, & dish­ washer. Down payment as low as $500. No payments for 60 days. Call Better Choice Homes, 877-665-7324. Ahmo Jordan Memorial Sat., Dec. 11 • 1-4 pm St. Cyril Church Hall STOP WASTING MONEY: own your own home. Good, bad, or no credit. 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(VL-73) New Videos: Saving Private Ryan, The Way We Were, Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas, The Blair Witch Project, Bride of Chucky, Ghostbusters II, Elizabeth. Several books have been purchased for the library in memory of Margaret Ainsworth. The new titles are: Scrapbooking with Memory Makers, by Mich­ ele Gerbrandt, The Simple Art of Scrapbooking, by the Scrapbook Guild, Better Homes and Gardens New Complete Guide to Garden­ ing, by Susan A. Roth, Antique Glass, by John Sandon, You Can Farm: The Entrepreneur’s Guide, by Joel Salatin, Back to the Farm: Live Better in the Country!, by Jackie Spilker. Adult non-fiction: ‘Tis: A Memoir, by Frank McCourt. Adult fiction: Angel Fire East, by Terry Brooks, Blue at the Mizzen, by Patrick O’Brian, A Walk to Rem­ ember, by Nicholas Sparks, Carrie, by Stephen King. Wildflowers #4: CAT, by V.C. Andrews, The Secret Tests: Book 1: Diplomacy of Wolves, Book 2: Vengeanace of Dragons, by Holly Lisle, A Quiet Strength, by Janette Oke. junior fiction: The Cof­ fin Quilt: The Feud between the Hatfields and the McCoys, by Ann Rinaldi; I Amber Brown, by Paula Danzinger; SVH: Senior Year: Broken Angel, by Francine Pascal; Here Comes Heavenly, by Todd Strasser; Love Stories #41: How Do I Tell: by Kieran Scott; EverWorld: Realm of the Reaper, by K.A. Apple­ gate; Sweet Valley Jr. High: Twin Switch, by Jamie Suzanne; BSC Friends Forever: Claudia and the Friendship Feud, by Ann M. Martin; Scooby-Doo! and the Carnival Creeper, by James Gelsey; Ninjas Don’t Bake Pumpkin Pies, by Debbie Dadey; Long Arm Quarterback, by Matt Christopher; Thoroughbred: Ashleigh: Derby Day, by Joanna Campbell; Pony Pals: The Pony and the Beard, by Jeanne Betancourt; Animal Ark: Kitten in the Cold, by Ben M. Baglio; Horray for the Dandelion Warriors! by Bill Cosby. Junior Non-fiction: A Dinosaur Named Sue: The Find of the Century, by Fay Robinson, The Figure Skat­ ing Book, by Debbi Wilkes. PTO to sponsor Secret Santa The Maple Valley P.T.O. will sponsor the Santa’s Secret shop at both Fuller and Maplewood Elementary schools during school hours from dec. 13 to 17. PTO Treasurer Julie Khouri said, “It will be an inexpensive way for the children to shop for the special people in their lives. We need volunteers to make this a success!” Anyone able to volunteer at either school is asked to call Dawn Fletcher at 852- 9225. Fuller’s store is open Tuesday from 8 to 8:30 a.m. Wednesday 11 a.m. to noon, and Thursday from 8 to 8:30. Maplewood’s store is open Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (dur­ ing lunch). Those who would like to volunteer at either school, please call Angel Burton at 852-0274 or Kelly Zank at Maplewood. Nashville Woman’s Literary Club to meet The next meeting of the Woman’s Literary Club will meet Tuesday, Dec. 14 at 7:30 p.m. They will meet at the Castleton Township Hall. Janet Rushford, a member of the club, will be present­ ing an informative program about lighthouses. Janet col- lects lighthouses and has visited many. A dessert potluck will follow. Ifany Literary Club mem­ bers wish to donate candy to the library for their Christmas after school spe­ cial, they may do so before Dec. 15th. Call 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! $112,000 Large 5 bedroom house, 2 baths, formal dining room, open stairway, Inground pool & screened . sun room are some of the sheltered front porch. (N-67) many "extras". This is a prop­ Call Homer PRICE REDUCED! ON 1.9 ACRES SOUTH OF VERMONTVILLE Newest items at the Vermontville Twp. Library 2 bedroom ranch home in country on 2+ acres. 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See the AERWAY AIR/N/TILL ~ Technology in the Field ~ Factory rep, on hand to answer questions. Maple Valley Implement, Inc 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville । I9IO i@mvcc.com �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 7,1999 - Page 7 Vermontville considers street parking problem mij s by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Local business owners packed last week's Ver­ montville Village Council meeting in an effort to work toward solutions to the overnight parking problem on public streets. Village President Sue Vil­ lanueva said vehicles park­ ing on the streets hinder the Department of Public Works employees when they need to sweep the streets. It will become a bigger problem when winter comes and the streets must be plowed. She said many of those parking on the street have residences above the businesses downtown. One man at the meeting told the council to notify landlords. "We have done that," said Villanueva. "We've got a problem come 4 or 5 o'clock in the morning with cars every­ where... we are trying to do something because it's get­ ting worse. We try to keep it safe for the kids to get to school," said the village president. One man said he thought the council should just tow the cars at the owner's ex­ pense, after posting a sign that it would happen. "I'm not sure a tower would do that. We could try it," said Trustee Rod Har­ mon. "Basically the people just don't want to walk (to their residences)," said Vil­ lanueva. "Now is the time to get tough. We are open to any suggestions." In other business at the meeting the council: • Approved a wage agree­ ment with the village em­ ployees which included a 50-cent raise an hour for Tony Wawiemia and Monte O'Dell. Harmon said, "Tony should get more than Monte. He should make 55 cents and Monte 50 cents... Tony has much more work to do than Monte does, we just made him street engi­ neer last month along with his otherl5 titles." Trustee Don Martin said that if they they were were to to be be paid paid $20 to attend the meetings they should stay from start to finish. • Heard from a couple of Lansing Community College students who designed improvements to Ver­ montville's memorial park for a school project. The students said they were as­ signed to approach the pro­ ject without cost limita­ tions. They said the playground equipment is not up to code, and they showed a model that included a paved path for handicapped access, new playground equipment, extended war memorial site with red white and blue an­ nual beds, and a handicap accessible drinking fountain. • Agreed to repair a bench in the park donated by the Vermontville's Women's Club. The council had writ­ ten to the club asking for assistance to fix it. The club wrote back saying the bench was a gift and the council should be reimbursed from insurance to fix it. • Talked about how many Farm AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 GET MORE NEWS! Sub­ scribe to the Hastings Banner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Ph. 616-945-9554 National Ads HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ 3689 Ext#1400 24hrs. Recreation 1996 SKI-DOO FORMULA STX 583 studded ski-skins, hi windshield, with matching Ski­ Doo suit and HJC helmet. $2,850. 616-948-0502, after 5:00pm. WEIGHT LOSE SUPPORT CROUP AND CLASS Who: Herbal Health Care Systems Where: 695 S. Mason Road, Nashville, Ml 49073 When: Every Tuesday Time: Call 6:00 517-852-2541 who said there have been some calls about those con­ cerned about the Y2K bug. She said that the village has a generator and gas to keep the water running for quite a while. "It wouldn't be any different than if we had an ice storm," she said. "Maybe we should put something in the paper about being Y2K compli­ ant," she said. Students from Lansing Community College presented the Vermontville Village Council with a site analysis of the park at the meeting last week. We're geared up for Year 2000 ... ...to make it just another new year. At Hastings City Bank we have been "gearing up" for a smooth transition into the Year 2000 since 1996. We have worked hard to see that all of our systems are ready for the date change. Any systems that were not ready have been replaced or upgraded. Mission-critical system tests have been successful and back-up plans are in place to cover any unan­ ticipated disruptions. We are ready to welcome the new millennium. for directions Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville food vendors are not getting permits from the Syrup As­ sociation. "The money they make goes right out of the village," said Villanueva, "and tthe association has asked for help. • Set a public hearing for January 6, at 7 p.m. for proposed ordinance changes. • Heard from Villanueva, Hastings City Bank has been providing a safe and secure place for your money since 1886... through two World Wars, the Wall Street Crash of 1929, the Great Depression and a 1934 fire that nearly destroyed our main office. We will be here in the new millennium...still going strong. Ready to serve you! (lifr Urnnk Visit our wedsite www.hastingscitybank.com memberfdic for additional Y2K information Mich, Lie, #23-1748 This is a Y2K readiness disclosure statement lender COMYBMO AU NURKN ITY �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 7,1999 - Page 8 Maple Valley School Menus graham crackers, l/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first ofthe school year. peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Dec. 10 French toast, link sausage, potato wedge, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Dec. 13 Hot dog, potato sticks, spaghettios, apple, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Dec. 14 Fiestada (Mexican pizza), green beans, applesauce, Maple Valley Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Dec. 8 Nachos, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, cookie, l/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Dec. 9 Maplewood Dominos. Pepperoni pizza, California blend veg., bread stick, Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 8 Choose One - Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, potato bar. Choose Two garden salad, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Thursday, Dec. 9 Choose One - Spaghetti, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, California blend veg., peaches, juice, milk. Friday, Dec. 10 Choose One - Chicken fajitas, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, potato wedge, applesauce, juice, milk. Monday, Dec. 13 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, spaghettios, apple, juice, milk. Tuesday, Dec. 14 Choose One - Fiestada (Mexican pizza), cheese­ burger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, applesauce, juice, milk. NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W99 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Ionia County National Bank, during regular working hours, starting at 9am on: Friday, Dec. 3rd, 10th, 17th & 31st Saturday: Dec. 4th, 11th, 18th Any taxes received after Dec. 31,1999 will be receipt­ ed as received in 2000. Postmarks will not be accepted as payment date. Dog Licenses: Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and non-neutered/spayed dog is $12.00. Proof of up to date rabies vaccination is required. After Feb. 29, 2000 licens­ es will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid other days at my home by appointment, or by U.S. Mail. Thank You Robert D. Hyvarinen Sunfield Township Treasurer 8935 W. Mt Hope Hwy. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Phone: 517-566-8913 Crash victim upgraded to ‘serious’ condition A 17-year-old Ver­ montville girl who suffered critical injuries when she crashed into a tree Nov. 22 was upgraded to serious condition at Spectrum Hos­ pital in Grand Rapids Tues­ day. Tina Marie Miller was driving her 1985 Mustang convertible west on East State Road near Powell Road when her car left the roadway for an unknown reason, said police. Scouts’ recycling will be Saturday Sunfield Boy Scouts will run recycling at the west end of Carl’s parking lot in Sunfield from 9 a.m. to noon. The scouts will take news­ paper, tied or in grocery bags; glass, clear, clean, no caps; aluminium, no paper or plastic coating; tin cans, clean, flatten, no labels; magazines - tied or in gro­ cery bags, (no Reader’s Digest). Scouts ask that residents not drop items off early. The next recycling date will be Feb. 12, 2000. ( Gator* 4x2 Utility Vehicle ) • 10-hp gas engine > -900-lb. towing capacity •Low turf compaction the Grand Rapids hospital, where she remains a patient. Police said she suffered multiple fractures to both legs and her face. Michigan State University Extension programs and mate­ rials are open to all without regard to race, color, national ori­ gin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. Dec. 6 Dec. 8 Dec. 8 Dec. 16 Value Added Bus Trip. 4-H Advisory Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m.. Community Room, Courts and Law Bldg. RUP Video, Extension office, 7 to 9 p.m. Fair Board Meeting,7:30 p.m., Expo Center. PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on December 9, 1999 at 7:00 pm in the council chambers. Purpose: to hear comments on the proposed water improvement that the council would like to do. Information on these proposals are available at the village office, at 206 N. Main. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk (102) CASTLETON TOWNSHIP TAX COLLECTION HOURS Correction: John Deere Advantage Sale After being extricated from the wreckage by the Hastings Fire Department and Lansing Mercy Ambu­ lance, Miller was airlifted to The Nashville Village Council will participate in the Barry County Chamber of Commerce and will participate in a brochure highlighting the community up to $250. In last week's story it was incorrectly reported that the council would not participate. Township Hall Dec. 3, 10, 17, 23 & 30 Hours: 9-5 At home by appointment Call 852-9863 Mail To: Loretta Pixley, Treasurer 495 Sunset Lane Nashville, Ml 49073 Dog license applications available $ A Great Christmas Gift... t NEW HOLLAND $ Announcing record winter lows. No payments until April 1.* No down payment.* No interest until March 1.* Surprisingly enough, winter is the best time to grow a business. 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Lions named to the teams included (notinordertheyare lastTuesdayinHastings.Lionsnamedtotheteamsincluded (not in order they photographed) Jessica Cook and Sarah Cook for basketball, Ken Rhodes for boys cross country, Hayley Todd and Cassady Murphy for girls cross country and Chad VanEngen, Eric Goris, Jacob Cole, Richard Smith and Jeff Rhodes for football. members of the U.S. Armed Forces who distinguish themselves by outstanding non-combat meritorious achievement or service to the United States. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 M4^811 taS-5 UM tbNej,ta« !95SasetLaw ygaositfailt Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - Wilbur Bryte in 1949 and he survives. For over 30 years, Peggy, her husband and children, lived as a military family in several locations in the United States and in foreign countries, coming to the Nashville and Hastings area in 1993. She was a member of American Legion and V.F.W. Auxiliaries. Mrs. Bryte was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, William Lambert. She is also survived by her daughter, Dorothy (Bruce) Royal of Nashville; three sons, Wilbur Bryte of Idaho Falls, Idaho, William Bryte of Camano Island, Washington, and Larry Bryte of Nashville; 10 grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Memorial services were held on Monday, December 6, 1999 at Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Dr. Bufford W. Coe officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to Emphysema Foundation. Lions second at Concord Maple Valley's wrestling team wound up second last Saturday at the Grover Memorial Invitational held at Concord. Brooke is a network con­ Here are the results for the trol center chief with the Lions' mats men from the 485th Intelligence Squadron tournament: in Wiesbaden, Germany. 103 — Andrew Kenyon He is the son ofWilliam F. pinned Charlie Wolfinger Brooke of 5562 S. Hager (Grass Lake) in :22; lost 12­ Road, Nashville. His wife, 6 decision to Randy Morton Lorna, is the daughter of (East Jackson) in finals. Richard and Mildred F. Finished second. Carrigan of 1100 Lawrence 112 — Nathan Carney Road, Nashville. pinned J.D. Patrick (Grass The sergeant is a 1982 Lake) in 3:89; lost by pin graduate of Maple Valley in :48 to Brook Rice High School, Nashville. (Reading). Finished second. 119 — Brandon Brooke pinned J.J. Brindle (East Jackson) in :37; pinned Call 9459554 Chris Meade (Jonesville) in :30; pinned Karl Murray forACTION-Ads! (Reading) in 2:43 in finals. Finished first. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Thomas A. Brooke Army Staff Sgt. Thomas A. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrie Drive. Williamsville. N.Y. 14221 RM. GL H29 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 7,1999 - Page 12 Potterville physician joins HGB hospital staff Coats for Kids program distributes 400 coats Coordinator Bob Smith said over 400 coats have been distributed for the Coats for Kids program. The schools have been collecting the coats during the month of December. Here, Tony Rugg, (left) and Chris Leinhart try to sort some of the coats. Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital’s newest doctor isn’t new to the com­ munity. Charlotte resident Kimberly R. Wright, M.D., a Potterville native, plans to use her medical skills to ben­ efit the area’s residents. “I grew up in this commu­ nity, and I wanted to come back and serve the people here,” Dr. Wright said. “It’s close to my home and fami­ ly. Being available for my family and providing opti­ mal medical care to my patients has always been my long-term goal.” Dr. Wright is the daughter of Dave and Jean Kalczynski of Potterville. She is married to 1984 Charlotte High School graduate Dan Wright, a local farmer and General Motors employee. He is the son of Eaton County farmers Eldon and Carol Wright. Dan and Kimm Wright have one daughter, Abbey. Known in her school days as Kimm Lueck, the 1987 Potterville High School graduate played basketball, volleyball and softball for the Lady Vikings, and was a key member ofthe undefeat­ ed state champ basketball squad her junior year. She was president of her class, and she earned valedictorian honors. “It’s definitely a plus to have Kimm stay here and be a part of our community,” Dr. Kimm Wright said Sheryl Mox, Potterville High School athletic director and one of Wright’s former coaches. “I know what high standards she sets for her­ self, and I know what a determined person she is. She’s a valuable asset. She’s a role model. I have no doubt that she will make an excel­ lent family physician, and she will put her patients’ needs first.” In her college days, Dr. Wright was 1992 co-valedictorian of Michigan State University’s College of Natural ■ Science, graduating summa cum laude and earn­ ing Phi Beta Kappa recogni­ tion. Wright’s professional background includes the successful completion ofthe St. Mary’s Family Medicine Residency in Grand Rapids. Prior to that, Dr. Wright graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School in the top 10 percent of her class. Her honors included the Janet M. Glascow achievement cita­ tion for scholastic excel­ lence, as well as clinical honors in pediatrics, obstet­ rics, gynecology, general surgery, neurology and neu­ rosurgery. She will be boardcertified in family medicine. Wright hopes her Charlotte-based family prac­ tice will include a broad spectrum of patients from infants to the elderly. She also has special interests in women’s health services, including gynecology, obstetrics and prenatal care. She is joining Drs. Robert Leeser and Debbie Hallak in their practice at the HGB Professional Office Building, 123 Lansing St. “Dr. Wright is a wonderful addition to the Hayes Green Beach medical staff,” said Bob McElmurry, HGB director of physician net­ work services. “The people of this area should all be pleased to see a local grad come home and provide this level of medical expertise.” Wright now is accepting new patients with Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid insurance cover­ age. She will be able to accept patients with most other insurance plans in the near future. To schedule an appoint­ ment, call 543-0600. Butterfly Pork Loin Lb. i p' Fresh Ground | Hamburg | 16 Ounce Gal., Low Fat & Fat Free 1/2 Gal. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 50/December 14, 1999 Nashville agrees to apply for water system grants by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Village of Nashville approved will pay $22,000 to Fleis and Vandenbrink, an engineering firm, to pre­ pare grant and loan applica- tions and a project plan for the water system. The council previously endorsed proposal six, the most costly and thorough upgrading for the water sys­ tem. Council held a public hearing on the matter last Thursday, which will affect water rates in the village, but few showed up to voice their opinions on the pro­ ject. The council voted last month to pursue- proposal six because the upgrade would include everyone in the village. The six propos­ als started with the bare minimum of work the vil­ lage could do, and went up Nashville won’t seek railbed trail grant by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer With Nashville Village President Dennis Mapes declaring it "one of the most disappointing days in the community,1' the Village Council Thursday voted to call Lansing and cancel its application for a grant for the railbed trail. Voting to cancel the grant application were trustees Bonnie White, Steve Wheeler, newly sworn in trustee Dan Kellogg and Carroll Wollf. Frank Dunham, Chris Pash and Mapes voted not to cancel. At last month's meeting the council voted 3-2 in fa­ vor of pursuing a grant for the railbed. The council had voted unanimously to pur­ sue a grant for the riverbed trail. Trustee Carroll Wolff was not present at last mon­ th's meeting, and there was also a vacant seat on the council. Because two mem­ bers were absent, it led some members to believe the vote did not reflect a le­ gal quorum. The village attorney as­ sured the council that the vote last month was in fact legal. Controversy has sur­ rounded the issue of allow­ ing a recreational trail go through the village. Some council members, including White, who has been the most vocal, believe that since the village asked the Citizens' Advisory Committee to do a survey on the two trails, and the committee recommended pursuing the river walk trail first because of the legal problems with the railbed trail, that it was offensive to See fra// grant, pg. 2 to the total project, which is proposal six. Proposal six, which in­ cludes many improvements, such as better water pres­ sure, larger water mains and iron removal, will cost resi­ dents anywhere from $15.04 to $29.61 extra a month on their water bills. The rate will depend on whether the village can secure grants and low interest loans on the project. A main factor in pursuing proposal six instead of a smaller project is that the chance for those grants and low interest loans increases with the project size. The village will pursue the Drinking Water Revolving Fund, a loan at 2.5% interest, and a Potential Rural Development Grant. "When I made the motion for the larger project,' said council member Bonnie White, "I was thinking that it would benefit everyone. If we use some of the funds we already have (water capi­ tal improvement fund) and bring that number down to 12 or 13 dollars. We don't want to put an undue burden on any of our citizens, but the pipes are old and we could do it bit by bit or one big one. Either way it's gonna have to be done." Don DeVries, from Fleis and Vandenbrink, reminded the council that a more comprehensive plan ranks a higher score for low interest money from the state. "Another thing to keep in mind is that some of these things are the DEQ (Department of Environmental Quality) See water system, pg. 2 Semi-truck tips over Friday in Nashville Nashville Officer Jeffrey Miller directs traffic on M-66 following the semi truck accident last Friday, (photo by Lori Silsbee) The driver of the semi is helped out of the cab just following the accident, (photo by Lori Silsbee) The semi and the trailer carrying a crane tipped over close to the porch of this house on M-66. (photo by Lori Silsbee) A one-vehicle accident Friday afternoon on M-66 and Casgrove in Nashville left a semi-truck tipped over and a trailer carrying a crane on its side. Nashville Police Chief Garry Barnes said the acci­ dent happened about 4 p.m. At the scene, the Nashville Fire Department and Nashville officer Jeffery Miller assisted the driver out of the rig. Barnes said he had very minor injuries, and was more shaken up than anything. The police chief said the semi tipped over while try­ ing to make a turn. "Upon further investiga­ tion," said Barnes, "it was found that the cradle that held the crane boom had broke off, so that when the driver made a turn, it swung out from the trailer, causing the trailer and semi to tip on their sides." Barnes said his department was assisted by the state po­ lice. Two wreckers were called from Grand Rapids to right the truck and trailer and crane. "No hazardous materials were spilled," he said. M-66 was shut down un­ til about' 9:30 p.m. said Barnes. The driver was not transported to a hospital. No drugs or alcohol were considered to be a factor in the accident, he said. In This Issue • Local authorities don’t expect problems with ‘Y2K bug’ • Nashville hires two people to fill DPW vacancies • ’99 Winter Sports Preview in this issue • Dan Kellogg named to Nashville Village Council �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 14,1999 - Page 2 Riverbed trail grant, continued from front page disregard the committee's recommendation. But Dunham noted that the village had applied for the same grant before for the railbed trail, with the appar­ ent approval from some of the committee's members. He also noted that while he thought the committee had done an excellent job on the survey, he did not remember the council asking them for a recommendation. Wolff brought up that he didn't think people were aware that there would be matching village funds for the trail. He also said that there have been no deeds signed in the lawsuits in­ volving the Rails to Trails. "There is no proof of set­ tlement," said White. "That's not true," said Rails to Trails Association President Michael Gormley. "There have been three of four settlements filed in court." "But the deeds haven't been signed," said Wolff. "Personally, I don't feel that everything has been taken care of." "They will be shortly," said Gormley. "In fairness we asked the Citizens' Advisory commit­ tee to go out and do some­ thing and they spent a lot of hours... now one of the co­ chairs has resigned (Russ Furlong, who is also in­ volved in a lawsuit and set­ tlement with Rails to Trails) because of the vote last meeting, and it's ques­ tionable if the committee will continue at this point," said Wolff. Furlong wrote a letter to be read out loud to the council. "I would like the council to know the reasons I have resigned from the Citizen's Committee," he wrote. "Some facts have been over­ looked before your not so ethical 3-2 vote at the November 23 meeting... We have to give people a reason to stop in Nashville. If we don’t, we might as well take down the friendly village sign and hang ‘The village that doesn’t want change’ sign.” - Village President Dennis Mapes first was your prior com­ mitment to the Citizens' Committee to start and complete the river front trail before revisiting the railbed trail. So much for your word. Then comes the question of applying for the railbed grant. Are you totally sure about this being a viable Save money with our multi-policy discount! hen yon insure your car and home or mobile home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money with their multi-policy discount! Mature policyholders can eam even greater savings. Contact our agency tixlay! ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business IhzNo Prob&hm People," TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 Main • Vermontville 517-726-0580 project that has been ap­ proved by the required four votes needed to purchase property with taxpayers' funds? I think NOT!..... " In his letter Furlong also questioned what he termed as a conflict of interest on the part of Dunham. He called Dunham's involve­ ment with the trail "a pet project of his supported by the village president and one other member which is not a majority of our seven elected members." Another resident, Ginger Drake, wrote the council in support of the trail. In her letter she wrote, ".... I am aware that there are still people who are convinced that their personal opinions regarding this matter should prevail over and against the communities which they are supposed to represent... I wrote this letter to reiterate my support for the project and to ask that that which has been acted upon legally and fairly be the beginning, not the end of this project." A member of the commit­ tee said from the audience that though the vote to pur­ sue the railbed grant was "disheartening" the commit­ tee plans on sticking to­ gether. "We have projects we'd like to pursue, with or without the council's bless­ ing," he said. "I don't see what the prob­ lem is with submitting the two grants,' said Mapes. "It is not costing the village money to apply... it was a legal vote in a legal meeting and I don't see a problem except that some people are scared we'll get that grant money... we are not bound to accept any grant money given to us... Every time we apply for grants it's a fight — whether it be police grants or whatever... I have heard a lot of about the 'good ol' boys..." Mapes also noted that the school recently held a forum on violence among kids and that some of the proposed solutions were more recre­ ational things do. "We've gotta have things for the kids to do, and this could be one of them, a so­ lution," said Mapes. "We have to give people a reason to stop in Nashville. If we don't, we might as well take down the friendly village sign and hang 'The village that doesn't want to change’ sign." White said that she did not believe the council was keeping its word to the committee and made a mo­ tion to rescind last month's vote for the grant. Mapes said she could not make a motion to rescind the vote because legally the prevailing side must make the motion to rescind. The attorney advised that if there had already been ac­ tion on the vote (and there has been) that instead a vote could be made to have Lansing contacted to have the grant withdrawn. "That's what I want to do then," White said. "You want to deny the people of this community the opportunity to have a pedestrian corridor?" asked Dunham. "I want to keep my word... I said as a council member not to pursue it un­ til the lawsuits and every­ thing is set," replied White. "We have put very little into this community in terms of parks and recreation and we have $180,000 in the bank and we are not willing to put $50,000 in to get $150,000 worth of trails? This has a lot to offer this community, the places that have these trails have gone out of their way to ex­ pand them because of the benefits," said Dunham. "I think you are taking this way out of context," said White. "I've made the motion and I want to see the vote." "We're gonna take the vote," said Mapes. "We al­ ready know how it's gonna turn out." Scouts collecting food Vermontville Boy Scouts will be collecting food for the Community Baskets Wednesday, Dec. 15, in Vermontville, between 4 and 7 p.m. Anyone making a contri­ bution is asked to have your bags of non-perishable foods near your front door or some where in sight for the collec­ tion, turn on your porch light. Or you can drop them off at the Vermontville Hardware during business hours. Deadline for dropoffs 15 Thursday, Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. If needed, bring them to the Bible church the night of sorting, which is also Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m. Donations are greatly appreciated to serve the fam­ ilies in need in the communi­ ty. Call Steve Rathburn at 726-0500 if donation pickup is outside of the village. ^Gift Certificated ef'or Christmas Qiana's Place The Place to Gofor Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road j^^Oioner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481^ LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... .11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service :45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) PASTOR MAHC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11 a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School ............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship .......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ..................... 10:30 am. Evening Worship...................6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. Sunday Mass................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) W.orship 9:30 a.m. C.hildren's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School........................... 10a Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class..................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service............ 9:30 am. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ........... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 10 a.m. 1 a.m. Sunday Schoo W.orship.......... .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer..................... 9 a.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH FATHER MIKE STAFFORD VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................... 10 a.mGhurch Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 14,1999 - Page 3 Local authorities don't expect problems with ‘Y2K bug’ kt by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer While the national gov­ . K'S' sS 4^ Si?3 I J,. 4 kw ernment and the American Red Cross have advised people to have up to a week's worth of food and water, Local governments and entities have nothing but reassurances for the event of Y2K. Y2K, as most people know by now is the chance that computers will read the date change to 2000 as 1900 and this will wreak havoc on systems. ^Both Vermontville and Nashville villages say their computers are compliant. At Vermontvillle's last council meeting, President Sue Villanueva said the vil­ lage has been getting calls wondering about compli­ ance. Villanueva said it would be no different than a severe snowstorm if the power were, to go out, and the vil­ lage has a generator to run the water system for quite some time. Clerk JJhirley Harmon said, "Our computers have all been checked and we should be set." Nashville Clerk Cathy Lentz said that office com­ puters are compliant mainly because they are only a year and a half old. She said the HASTINGS 4 J/** considered a shelter area by the National Guard. "It is one of the areas the community has access to (in case of a disaster)." Volz said that school ob­ viously would be closed in the case of a power outage. Head teller Pat Priddy of Hastings City Bank at Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203_ 945-2243 ONLY $3 .75 Matinees before 6 pm. Kids, Seniors, & Everyone all day Tuesday $4.50 with Student ID after 6pm $4.00 Late Shows Frl & Sat DIGITAL STEREO Q No passes or Tuesday discounts E R D I’ve had a lot of inquiries from the state if we are com­ pliant. I don’t foresee a problem as long as we have electricity from Consumers (Energy).” - D.P.W. Director Scott Decker These residents appear to be optimistic on the Y2K situation. The Y2K Ready sign hangs on what appears to be an old outhouse, just outside the village of Nashville. village also has received a few calls. "We tell them everything is fine," she said. Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker- said the village has a generator for the water and sewer plant. He added that the water and sewer system can be run manually. "I’ve had a lot of inquiries from the state if we are compliant," said Decker, "I don't foresee a problem as long as we have electricity from Consumers (Energy).”, David Joseph, Store Manager of Carl's in Nashville said he has not seen people hoarding canned food or water. "A lot of people bought extra canned goods during the Spartan sale," he said. Joseph said that in the event of the power going out the store would be closed. "We do not have a genera­ tor," he said. Superintendent Clark Volz said the school has been preparing for a while. "First we went through all the mechanical — heat­ ing, electric, fire safety, and it has all been validated. Second we went through bus operations and they are all compliant. From there we have gone on to instruc­ tor's computers. We are still doing some updating on some individual PCs. Our last priority was machinery and equipment and we are in good shape there." Unlimited Free Drink Refills A .25c Corn Refills Nashville said the bank has been compliant since June. "We have contingency plans in place," she said. "If our ATM goes down, we have drive throughs that don't require electricity in Hastings, Middleville and Wayland. "Middleville has a very Volz said the school has had a coordinated effort to work on the updating for over a year. "We will keep, an eye out," he said. "We really don't foresee any difficul­ ties." Volz said the school is MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate large generator and that is where our data base is," she said. Priddy said she hasn't no­ ticed any panic withdrawals, but recommends that if peo­ ple are hoarding money not to tell anyone, as to lessen the chance of being robbed. "We do have reserves if people want their money," she said. "The bank does not anticipate any problems." The major problem with Y2K, many agree, is that no one really can say for sure what will happen, consider­ ing the imerconnectedness of all computers. As in most situations the rule 'better safe than sorry' ap­ plies to the Y2K situation. Nashville Police Chief Garry Barnes said he plans to have extra staff on New Year's night. "All our computers have been checked and are com­ pliant," he said. And if the clock strikes midnight and nothing hap­ pens, you can always invite friends and family over to feast on that week's worth of food to celebrate the new millennium. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Broker, REALToR*l MLS Homer Winegar, GRI HMS" EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI................................................................ 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"...We have to get that down,” he said, "to add 20 dollars to some people's wa­ ter bill would be difficult for them. I think if we pursue this, we have an obligation to get that number down." "I think we are delivering service for a pretty fair price," said Wheeler, who also mentioned he had done some research on the water costs in other villages. White brought up the concern from the last meet-' ing that the iron removal in the proposal might hurt grant chances since it is ONE FREE 46OZ POPCORN * (MEASURED IN VOLUME NOT WEIGHT; WITH THIS AD EXPIRES 12/17/99 MV generally considered a lux­ ury item. "If you can demonstrate a ‘Little’s Country Store 1 6 Thornapple Take ‘Rd. ‘Nashville, • 517-852-9152 Available now in our "Gift Room": Angels, Foil Art, Water Globes, Homemade Chocolate and Diabetic Chocolate, Eagles, Native American Items and much more need for the removal — like it's staining clothes, and you need softeners (then it can be included)," said DeVries. "What kind of documenta­ tion is needed?" asked White. Director of Public Works Scott Decker said, "We have the data to support the iron content." Wolff said that he has had feedback that the public would like to vote on the matter. Wheeler cited time con­ straints on the applying for grants. "Well, our public hearing didn't bring out a lot of people...we didn't even have that many people write let­ ters on the matter... how much more could we invite the people?" asked White. The council then voted to pursue the grants and project plan. DeVries reminded the council that it was a com­ petitive field for the grants, but pointed out several of the things the village has going for it such as well­ head protection, need, and size of project. "If you get no grants or low interest loans, you al­ ways have the option of do­ ing nothing or going with a smaller project that yoq can afford," he told the council. CLOSE TO STORES IN NASHVILLE PRICE REDUCED! 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VL-49) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 14,1999 - Page 4 Area Obituaries Nashville hires two people to fill DPW vacancies by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council approved hiring two men to fill positions in the Department of Public Works at last week's meet­ ing. Councilman Steve Wheeler, who heads the DPW committee, said he and department head Scott Decker sorted through 70 applications for the two po­ sitions. Darrell Clements and Paul France were hired. Council Trustee Bonnie } White asked if they lived in Nashville. Decker said both men were local. He said they should be able to start in a week to 10 days. Both men will come in at a pay rate of $12.17 per hour. In other business at the meeting the council: • Will hear back by Dec. 23 from committee about the language for a millage on next year's election to support parks and recreation. Details will be brought back to council on the idea, which was put on the agenda by Trustee Carroll Wolff. • Set a public hearing for a land division ordinance for LaVern /. Guthrie the first meeting in January. • Heard from Police Chief Garry Barnes that officer Terry Johnson has been through the interviewing process with Eaton County and will likely be hired. Johnson has been with the village for nearly five years. • Approved a Christmas bonus for all village em­ ployees at $50 for full time, $25 for part time. • Heard from Trustee Chris Pash that village em­ ployee Lois Elliston would like to cut back to three days per week instead of her current four. Leak causes water loss in Nashville A water leak on Main and Railroad Street has caused the village of Nashville to lose 100,000 gallons of wa- For all your wedding stationary needs stop out or call the Reminder at 945-9554 tya Oct A gift to the Barry Community Founda­ tion is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. j ter a day since Thanksgiving. Department of Public Works Director Scott Decker said that he noticed the usage of water was up on Thanksgiving Day. The leak was located last Tuesday and was fixed by that Wednesday. Decker said the leak was hard to locate, and came from a six-inch main. "As soon as the leak was located, it was fixed pretty quickly," said Decker. Community Notice HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! Debt consolidation, income property, home improvement, quick clos­ ings. Call 7 days/24hrs Allied Mortgage Capital Corp 1-800­ 611-3766. MAINTAIN & EVEN LOSE WEIGHT this Holiday season while eating the food you love, $ back guarantee, free sample. 616-248-7707. * No Waiting ~ i Just stop in for your | next oil change. . Only $21.00 Mechanic on Duty • Tune Ups • Oil Changes • Struts • Shocks • Brakes • Mufflers • Batteries 616-374-1200 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Rd. • M-66, Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 m66tire@voyage.net present address in Battle Creek since 1952. He was employed at Post Cereals in Battle Creek for 38 years, retiring in 1981. Mr. Guthrie was a member of American Legion Post #0298 in Battle Creek, life member V.F.W. Post #8260 in Nashville, Moose Lodge #676, Post 25 Year Club, avid outdoorsman enjoying yard work, gardening, camping, fishing, feeding and watching birds, canning, and was an avid card player. Mr. Guthrie was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Patricia Guthrie in 1997. He is also survived by two brothers, John (Joan) Guthrie of Burlington, and Charles (Pat) Guthrie of Delton; five sisters, Barbara Paige of Battle Creek, Minnie (Robert) Paige of Lacey, Mary Ann (Donald) Coy of Lacey, Josephine (Charles) Lindsay of Nashville, and Rose Guthrie of Lacey; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Monday, December 13, 1999 at Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Dr. Bufford W. Coe officiated. Burial was at Rutland Township Cemetery in Barry County. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville V.F.W. Post #8260 or the Humane Society. Arrangements were made by the Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Mattie C. Reynolds VERMONTVILLE Mattie C. Reynolds, age 75, of Vermontville, passed away Monday, December 6, 1999 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. She was born in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, the daughter of Clyde & Maybell (Cooper) Galloway on May 18, 1924. Mattie worked for the School For The Blind in Lansing, Lansing General Hospital, and the Okemos Rehab Center. She enjoyed all her family, nieces, nephews, grandchildren, children from the School For The Blind, she loved them all. She was preceded in death by her mother, Maybell Galloway; and a brother, James J. Galloway. Mattie is survived by her husband of 55 years, William A. Reynolds Jr.; children, Billy (Jeannie) Way of Jasper, Georgia, Joan (Gary) Felzke of Lansing, and Al (Sheri) Reynolds of Vermontville. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren, Cindy and Gary Jr., of Lansing, Bill and Jeremy of Woodland, and Kevin and Kayla of Jasper, Georgia; great grandchildren, Blaine, Terriell, Christopher, Ellie, Betsy, and two new ones on the way; brothers and sisters, William D. Galloway of Lansing, Paul F. Galloway of Lansing, and Jacqueline Ribby of Marietta, Georgia. Funeral services were held on Thursday, December 9, 1999 at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Burial was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Association. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Farley Andrew Thompson Miscellaneous M-66 TireC BATTLE CREEK Mr. LaVern J. Guthrie, age 73, of Battle Creek, and formerly of the Hastings area, passed away on Thursday, December 9, 1999 at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall. Mr. Guthrie was bom on January 17, 1926 in Battle Creek, the son of LaVern & Josephine (Micholski) Guthrie. He was raised in the Battle Creek and Hastings areas and attended Battle Creek and Hastings schools. Mr. Guthrie was a United States Air Corps veteran of World War II. He married Lorraine W. Laubaugh on September 25, 1948 and she survives. They have lived at Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 ft Reporting History for the , Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers CHARLOTTE Farley Andrew Thompson, age 90, of Charlotte, passed away Wednesday, Decembers, 1999. Mr. Thompson was bom on November 25, 1909 in Jackson County, Indiana, the son of Robert and Mary (Combs) Thompson. He was a farmer and worked for Oldsmobile for 15 years. Mr. Thompson was a member of the Center Eaton Church, Brookfield F & AM #439, Horace S. Maynard R.A.M. Chapter #82, and the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Juanita (Shumaker); daughter, Vonda Stanton of Charlotte; son, Robert (Alice) Thompson of Seymor, Indiana; grandchildren, Robert A. Thompson, Jane (Larry) Johnston, Eric (Carrie) Stanton, Gina (Scott) Swanson, Mark (Betsy) Stanton, Karen (Brian) Stults; 15 great grandchildren; and brother, Floyd Thompson of Freetown, Indiana. Funeral services were held on Saturday, December 11, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Reverend George Fleming officiated. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church or the Charlotte Masonic Association. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. in Charlotte. Theo £. ^Toni,f Carpenter • Reminder • Weekender • Lakewood News Maple Valley News • Middleville?Caledonia Sun & News • Banner IP CHARLOTTE - Theo E. "Toni" Carpenter, age 71, of Charlotte, and formerly of Vermontville, passed away Friday, December 10, 1999 at the Ingham Regional Medical Center, Greenlawn Campus in Lansing. "Toni" was born in Fenwick, the daughter of Curtis and Beverly Mae (Lent) Teall and had lived most of her life in Eaton County. She had been employed at Hastings Aluminum Products from 1968 to 1983, and most recently, worked for the Capitol Area Community Services in Charlotte. "Toni" was a member of the Mt. Olivet Church of Christ, the Charlotte Eagles Aerie #3552, the Charlotte V.F.W. Auxiliary and the A.A.R.P. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence "Frecks Carpenter in 1975; and a brother, Raymond Teall. "Toni is survived by three sons, Dennis G. (Nancy Lee) Carpenter, and Ronald J. (Nancy A.) Carpenter, both of Vermontville, and Jerry W. (Julie) Carpenter of Bellevue; eight grandchildren; three great •grandchildren; one sister, Waneta Bell of Ionia; and one brother, Brian Teall of Jackson. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, December 14, 1999 at 1:00 P.M. at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel in Charlotte with Minister Steve Doty and Reverend Richard Thorp officiating. Interment will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Mt. Olivet Church Of Christ School. Arrangements were made by the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home in Charlotte. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 14,1999 - Page 5 Second-graders prepare for holiday play Dec. 16 by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Gerrie Lopg's second grade class members have been busy preparing for their Christmas play they will be putting on for students and parents this week. Long said the students have been memorizing their lines, and practicing the songs, as well as preparing the costumes for the play. "They have been working very hard," she said. 'We will be having three shows on Thursday, one at 9 (a.m.), 9:30, and 10." Long said the play is called "The Christmas Tree Surprise." "It's about how the Christmas spirit moves a grumpy old man," she said. "The kids are really excited about it." The second grader's read from their scripts in preparation for the play. 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The top returning player for the Lions looks to be 64 senior post player Justin Adam Watson (32) goes up for a layup for the Lions in its Barry County clash with the Trojans. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The 1999-2000 varsity basketball squad at Maple Valley includes (front row) manager Sarah Cook, Andy Ewing, Adam Watson, Randy Reed, Darin Thrun, Jason Abfalter, manager Jessica Ripley; (back row) coach Mike Booher, Casey VanEngen, Travis Kersjes, Eric Goris, Justin VanAlstine, Mike Hamilton, Ken Holton, Craig Harvey and coach Gearhart. VanAlstine. Last season, VanAlstine missed 11 games because of a broken arm. Others to keep an eye on are 5-10 senior Randy Reed and sophomore Darin Thrun. Reed will be eligible during the second semester after transferring into Maple Valley. , The weakness for Booher's squad should be its youth. In order to get better, the Lions will need to Maple Valley's title hopes, Booher says there probably still a year away. receive immediate contributions from many young players. A number of players who hooped on last season's 18-2 junior varsity program are now on varsity. Still the prospects appear bright. "We are very young, (but) it should be a very good year," Booher said." Booher predicts that Olivet and Leslie should be the favorites to contend for the SMAA title. As far as Lions Varsity Basketball Schedule Tuesday, Dec. 7 Middleville; Dec. 10; Friday, Dec. 10 Leslie; Tuesday, Dec. 14 at Potterville; Friday, Dec. 17 at Bellevue; Tuesday, Jan. 4 at Portland St. Pats; Friday, Jan. 7 Dansville; Friday, Jan. 14 at Lansing Christian; Tuesday, Jan. 18 Olivet; Friday, Jan. 21 at Webberville; Tuesday, Jan. 25 Portland; Friday, Jan. 28 at Morrice; Friday, Feb. 4 at Leslie; Tuesday, Feb. 8 Bellevue; Friday, Feb. 11 at Dansville; Tuesday, Feb. 15 Lansing Christian; Friday, Feb. 18 at Olivet; Tuesday, Feb. 22 Pennfield; Friday, Feb. 25 Webberville; Tuesday, Feb. 29 Springport; Friday, March 3 Morrice. First-year coach enthusiastic about spikers' season First-year varsity volleyball coach Kelly Becklin is excited about her team's chances. The Lady Lions' spiking strengths, in her opinion, include defense, quickness and blocking. I ne varsity volleyball team at Maple Valley includes nOn} , Jenn'f®£LclemeiTts»J^TisIin Setch,ield- Becky Wilson, Abby Aspinall, Amy Expected to play prominent roles are Jenny Mansfield, Becky Wilson and Amy Dawson. Mansfield is a junior outside hitter/middle blocker. Wilson will line up as a setter and Dawson will Dawson, Stacy Shepperly; (back row) Amber Newton Jennie Wyant, Shelbi Cousins, Jenny MansfielcL Miranda Farr, Christy Cook and coach Kelly Becklin play outside hitter on the right side. Also in the mix are Miranda Farr and Abby Aspinall. Farr, a sophomore, is a outside hitter/middle blocker. Aspinall, a junior, is defensive a specialist/setter. Defensive specialist Kristen Setchfield is another expected to contribute. "We have height and defensively, we're really quick and agile," Becklin said of her team. Becklin said that experience could be looked Lady Lions Volleyball Schedule Saturday, Dec. 11 at Bath Tournament; Saturday, Dec. 18 at Eaton Rapids; Monday, Jan. 3 at Portland St. Pats; Wednesday, Jan. 12 Leslie; Saturday, Jan. 15 at Union City; Tuesday, Jan. 18 Springport; Wednesday, Jan. 19 at Bellevue; Wednesday, Jan. 26 Dansville; Thursday, Feb. 3 at Lansing Christian; Saturday, Feb. 5 at Springport Invitational; Monday, Feb. 7 Portland St. Pats; Wednesday, Feb. 9 Olivet; Wednesday, Feb. 16 on as a team weakness, but the overall outlook is quite good. "(I'm) very optimistic and excited about the season," Becklin said. Last season, the Lady Lions finished fifth in the final SMAA standings and fifth at the league tournament. The team opened its 1999-2000 campaign Saturday at the Bath Tournament._____________ at Webberville; Saturday, Feb. 19 at Dansville Invitational; Wednesday, Feb. 23 at Morrice; Saturday, Feb. 26 at the SMAA Invitational; Wednesday, March 1 at Greenville. �The Maple Valley , Nash vile. Tuesday. December 14.1999 - Page 7 These AREA MERCHANTS Support The Lions Year A Let's Support These Merchants! Vermontville Grocery & Fresh Meat Market 726-0640 Ken's Standard Service Diana's Place M-66 Tire 10030 Thornapple Lake Rd., Nashville 7775 Saddlebag Lk. Rd. (M-66) Lake Odessa 852-9481 374-1200 Maple Valley Chapel Kent Oil & Propane Nashville Hardware 204 N. Queen St., Nashville M-66 at S. Village Limits, Nashville 233 N. Main, Nashville 852-0840 852-9210 852-0718 852-1985 or 852-1986 Wolver’s Real Estate Powers Service Hamlin's Quik Stop Maple Valley News 135 Washington, Vermontville 8988 Greggs Crossing, Nashville Vermontville Published by J-Ad Graphics. Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Hwy.. 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At its season-opening tournament Dec. 4 at Concord, three Maple Valley grapplers — Randy Silsbee at 140, Brandon Brooke at 119 and Jeff Rhoades at 152 — came away with first place medals. Three others — Andrew Kenyon at 103, Nathan Carney at 112 and Cole Hansbarger at 125 — came away as runner-ups. Silsbee and Rhoades both return with State experience. Others who look to contribute to the team's success include Chad Spears (fourth at 171 at Concord), Matt Thorne at 215, Ben Swan Richie Wilson, Tim Smith, Josh Grasman and Paul Felder. The Lions' squad, coached by Chris Ricketts and Tony Wawiernia, will have four home matches this season. Maple Valley faced area foe Lakewood and Vandercook Lake Dec. 2 and have home matchups with Dansville 1999-2000 Lions Wrestling Schedule Thursday, Dec. 2 Lake wood/VandeiCook; Saturday, Dec. 4 at Concord; Wednesday, Dec. 8 at Comstock Park/Godwin; at Saturday, Dec. 11 Middleville; Thursday, Dec. 16 Dans ville/Bath; Saturday, Dec. 18 Maple Valley Invitational; Thursday, Jan. at 6 GalesburgAugusta/Mattawan; Thursday, Jan. 13 Potterville/Olivet; Saturday, Jan. 15 at Edwardsburg; Wednesday, Jan. 19 at Lakewood B/Comstock Park; Thursday, Jan. 20 Delton/Paw Paw; Thursday, Jan. 27 at Saranac/Bellevue; Saturday, Jan. 29 at Bellevue Invitational; Thursday, Feb. 3 at Leslie/Lansing Christian; Wednesday, Feb. 9 at St. Johns/Charlotte; Saturday, Feb. 12 at SMAA (Leslie), and Bath on Dec. 16 and Potterville and Olivet on Jan. 13. The Maple Valley Invitational is set for Saturday, Dec. 18. The Lions were 7-15-1 last season and the 1999­ 2000 squad does not include one senior. The wrestling team at Maple Valley includes (first row, from left) Russell Rhodes, Andrew Kenyon, Nathan Carney, Brandon Brooke; (second row) Ben Swan, Randy Silsbee, Richie Wilson, Tim Smith; (third row) Chad Spears, Matt Thorne, Josh Grasman, Paul Felder and Jeff Rhoades. Cheerleaders ready to supply spirit When was the last time someone tacked a television ad to their refrigerator? Words on paper. They will always be the most powerful tools human beings use to communicate. They place no limits on how much we can say, and the furthest reaches of the imagination are the only limits on what we can show. They have the power to make complex ideas simple, and simple ideas powerful. We do more than read them, we hold them. And, from the advertising we see in publi­ cations to the letters we receive in the mail, the things we Hold in pur hands have the quickest routes to our hearts. 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NEEDED: HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Ca// for FREE Estimates - �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 14,1999 — Page 9 Trojans take Lions on basketball court, 60-58 In a battle between Barry County foes, Middleville proved two points better, 60-58, than Maple Valley in the season opener for both varsity basketball teams last Tuesday at Maple Valley High School. The host Lions outscored the Trojans 19-13 in the first quarter and led 32-29 at the half. In the final two frames, however, Middleville prevailed by margins of 16­ 12 and 15-14 to prevail by two. Zac Truer scored in the final seconds to give the Trojans their winning margin. Truer led the Trojans with 13 points, Ben Lucas added 12 and Nolan Miklusiak had 11. For Maple Valley, Adam Watson tallied 11, Eric Goris 10, Casey VanEngen 8 and Jason Abfalter also managed 8 points. Middleville won the battle of the boards 26-19 with Lucas collecting 10 caroms. Abfalter was tops for Maple Valley with 6 rebounds. At the charity stripe, Middleville made good on 7of-11, while Maple Valley hit 8-of-13. Maple Valley's Darin Thrun (12) skies over Middleville's Zac Truer (44) in Tuesday's hoop opener. (Photo by Perry Hardin) figures in a 76-73 varsity loss to Leslie last Friday at Maple Valley. Darin Thrun led the Lions' offensive charge with first frame and five each in the third and fourth quarters. Thrun made good on trifecta attempts in each the second CASTLETON TOWNSHIP TAX COLLECTION HOURS Township Hall Dec. 3, 10, 17, 23 & 30 Hours: 9-5 At home by appointment Call 852-9863 Mail To: Loretta Pixley, Treasurer 495 Sunset Lane Nashville, Ml 49073 Dog license applications available to Maple Valley's cause. VanEngen tallied four points each in the second and third quarters. Five of Goris' points came in the first quarter. T.J. Waldofsky topped Leslie with 23 points. Leslie held a 23-17 lead after the first quarter and were head at half 47-37. In the third quarter, the Blackhawks built the lead by one point, outscoring the Lions 19-18, but Maple Valley closed the game by outscoring Leslie 18-10 in the final eight minutes. Justin VanAlstine was Maple Valley's chairman of the boards with 11 rebounds. Goris dished out 5 assists, while VanEngen and Adam Watson each made 3 assists. New Lion mural painted in gym This new Maple Valley Lions mural was painted on the older, newly renovated high school gym last week. Principal Todd Gonser said that Tom Joostberns donated the money to have it painted. Call for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads 945-9554 or I-800-870-7085 24 hours a day, 7 days a week �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 14,1999 - Page 10 Maple Valley School Menus Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Dec. 15 Cheeseburger, baked beans, pineapple, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Dec. 16 Cheese pizza, carrot sticks, peaches, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Dec. 17 Tacos, whole kernel com, pear halves, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Dec. 20 PanCake/sausage stick, potato wedge, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Dec. 21 Burrito, tossed salad, bread stick, sherbet cup, 1/2 pt. milk. Wednesday, Dec. 22 Chicken sandwich, mashed potatoes, cherries, holiday treat, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting the first of the school year. Maple Valley JrJSr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 15 Choose One - Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, breakfast bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed potatoes, pineapple, juice, milk. Thursday, Dec. 16 Choose One - Pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, carrot sticks, peaches, juice, milk. Friday, Dec. 17 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, pizza, chicken sandwich, breakfast bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel corn, pear halves, juice, milk. Monday, Dec. 20 Choose One - Pocket piz­ za, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two garden salad, french fries, applesauce, juice, milk. Tuesday, Dec. 21 Choose One - Burrito, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, sherbet cup, juice, milk. Wednesday, Dec. 22 Cook’s Choice. Lions win two on the mats Maple Valley's wrestling team evened its season mark to 2-2 on Dec. 8 with a 27­ 24 win over Big Rapids and a 40-18 triumph over Godwin. Posting wins versus Big Rapids were Andrew Kenyon (pin in 4:31), Jeff Rhoades (pin in 45 seconds), Josh Grasman (pin in 52 seconds) and Ben Swan (7-1 decision). Scoring victories against Godwin were Cole Hansbarger (pin in 1:02), Randy Silsbee (pin in 1:01), Chad Spears (16-6 decision), Josh Grasman (pin in 1:21), Matt Thorne (pin in 30 seconds) and Ben Swan (pin in 1:40). Last season the Lions' mat team went 7-15-1. Rhoades was a State qualifier and finished the season at 31-12. Silsbee was 32-13. This season, coach Chris Ricketts has a young group to work with that could grow into tournament contenders. "We have a very young team this year with eight, first year varsity wrestlers," Ricketts said. "Six are freshman who wrestled with The Dog House * * Pet Grooming Professional Grooming ofAll Breeds Graduate ofMichigan School ofCanine Cosmetology • Hand Scissoring • FluffDrying • Ears & Glands Cleaned • Grooming to Owners Request Call for an appointment (517) 726-0005 269 S. Pease Road Claude Hine, Vermontville, MI 49096 Groomer our junior high program last year." The Jesse Snow Invitational, hosted by Maple Valley, is this Saturday. Action starts at 10 a.m. Two area blood drives set for Dec. 14,15 Two Red Cross Blood drives will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. this month in Barry County. The first blood drive in this area in December will be at the Castleton Town­ ship Hall in Nashville Tuesday, Dec. 14, and in Hastings Wednesday, Dec. 15, at the First United Methodist Church. Anyone who is at least 17 years of age, weighs at least 110 pounds, is in reason­ ably good health and who hasn't, given blood within 56 days of the date of the drive. Nashville man charged with forgery, larceny A 19-year-old Nashville man is being held on $10,000 bond in the Barry County Jail accused of committing seven counts of forgery, two counts of larceny in a building and one count of home inva­ sion, according to the Nashville Police Depart­ ment. Jeremy Mix was arraigned on the charges earlier this week and is scheduled for a preliminary exam Dec. 15 at 9 a.m. in Barry County's 56 B District Court. According to police, offi­ cers responded Nov. 24 to a Sherman Street home in ref­ erence to forgery of checks. It was reported that between Nov. 26 and Nov. 29, the home was broken into again while the resident was out of town. "Items taken from the home included a Notebook Suspected tool trailer thieves are extradited A Nashville couple ac­ cused of stealing a construc­ tion trailer containing more than $20,000 in tools from a home building site on East State Road last April has been extradited back to Hastings from the South. Jack Walker May Jr., 24, has been serving time on a separate conviction in Bris­ tol City, Va., for grand larceny by fraud while his girlfriend, Megan McLaugh­ lin, 22, was arrested in Ten­ nessee and flown by the Michigan State Police to Hastings on Monday. May has been charged with one count of larceny over $20,000 while McLaughlin was charged with larceny more than $1,000 but less than $20,000. Det. Sgt. Lou Quinn of the Hastings State Police Post developed May as a suspect last May after re­ ceiving a number of anonymous tips. The tool trailer, belong­ ing to Cough Construction of Battle Creek, has not been recovered and will likely never turn up, said Quinn. May is being held in the Barry County Jail on $15,000 bond while McLaughlin is being held on $4,000, 10 percent bond. Both are scheduled for a Dec. 15 preliminary exami­ nation at 9 a.m. For Sale Auto Help Wanted 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power LIVE-IN HELP WANTED FOR Adult Foster Care home, windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $11,000 OBO. 948­ 0502 must have TB test, First Aid, and CPR, 616-948-3619 For Rent or Calcitic. Call Darrell Hamilton 517-852-9691 FOR RENT: 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT, references re­ Mobile Homes quired, 517-852-0852 or 517­ 852-2490 IN NASHVILLE, very nice 1 bedroom apartment, 517-852­ 9386. 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Police said Mix allegedly gave another confession to the latter home invasion where the electronic items were stolen. Dennis L. Mapes Navy Chief Petty Officer Dennis L. Mapes, son of Dale L. Mapes of 9600 Butler Road, Nashville, recently was promoted to his present rank while serving at Navy and Marine Corps Reserve Center, Battle Creek. Maples was promoted based on sustained superior job performance and profi­ ciency in his designated spe­ cialty. The 1996 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School of Battle Creek, joined the Navy in April 1988. AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. ABANDONED REPO. Bank needs someone to assume, will move if necessary. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. FIRE YOUR LANDLORD by purchasing one of our many repossessed homes. Payments less than rent. Call Delta Homes, 1-800-968-7376. Business Services WORKFROMHOME: Grow­ ing company needs help. 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Service provided by Direct Response Marketing (U.S.), Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 RM, GL 1206 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 14,1999 - Page 12 Dan Kellogg named to Nashville council by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Dan Kellogg was sworn into the Nashville Village Council's empty trustee seat, left last month by Mike Kenyon. He was the only appli­ cant for the position by the deadline. Kellogg has been a resi­ dent of the village his whole life. He works at Spartan Motors in Charlotte as a manufacturing supervisor. He has also been in the National Guard for 12 years. Kellogg said this is the first service-oriented posi­ tion he has taken. "I've been thinking about community service for a while and I thought it would be a good idea," he said. "I would like to thank everyone for appointing me," he said at last week's meeting. "I hope to have some good times with you on the council... this is the first time I have done something like this and I'm looking forward to the ex­ perience." Nashville clerk Cathy Lentz swears in new council member Dan Kellogg at last week's meeting. School earns computer grant Queen on ‘tour Maple Syrup queen Michelle Jewel and alternate Hayley Todd were part of the festivities during the Christmas parade in Hastings a week ago Saturday. sssssssssssssssssssssssss 5# or More, Fresh Ground lillifeO Chuck New Nashville council member Dan Kellogg. Maple Valley Schools has been awarded a $2,500 grant to help fund a “Student Media Research Computer Center” to enhance the learning experiences of stu­ dents at the Jr./Sr. High School. This new computer center will enable students to use the lab facilities indepen­ dently, or teachers may take their entire class tb work with the variety of hardware and software available. In addition, the computer cen­ ter will provide Internet access for research projects. Construction is nearing completion on the project. The lab should be available for student use by December. Plans are to also open the lab one or two nights a week for education­ al use by students and com­ munity members. The project was funded in part by the MEEMIC Foundation for the Future of Round Steaks New York Strips Sirloin steaks Education, a non-profit organization created in 1992, which now assists the educational community of Michigan by awarding mini­ grants to schools and educa­ tors for innovative, original enrichment projects. The remainder ofthe costs for the computer lab are funded from the district’s Durant I settlement and donations from other area businesses. Your Choice, Pork & Beef Chops Sizzlers Lb. . Gallon Sour Cream Milk COMPLETE PROCESSING r 99c ice Cream $»99 Vermontj,an(j_ jv il(lj e Grocery Ph 726-0640 Fresh Meat Market IGA •• Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday SSSSSSS$£SSSSSSSSSSS£S£SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS3SSSSSSSSS££S2S£S£SSS£SSSS££^ � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-12-21.pdf 80bc58722d3e7a7b7ec2b33597a9b1b6 PDF Text Text I r POSTAGE -w/ Published by/j-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 51/December 21, 1999 School board approves 3 safety policy issues The Maple Valley School Board approved the first reading of three new policies on safety issues at last week's board'Tfneeting. The first policy concerns assaults committed by stu­ dents against adults in school. State law requires permanent expulsion with a chance ofgranted appeal. Concerning verbal threats, written, or bomb threats, State law requires up to 180 days of suspension per the board's discretion. The same punishment applies to phys­ ical assaults against stu­ dents. "It's what the states are requiring us to do," said member David Favre. "It removes a fair amount of discretion from the board." Favre said the legislators passed many of these laws in the wake of the Columbine High School tragedy last spring in Colorado. Board member Frank Dunham raised concern over loss of local control. "Does the board really need to be involved with all of this (incidents)?" he said. "Maybe they could be han­ dled at a lower level." Superintendent Clark Volz said incidents that are significant enough or accu­ mulative enough with no other recourse will come to the board. The next policy dealt with class, subject and activity suspensions. The policy al­ lows a teacher to immedi­ ately suspend a student from class. "In the heat of the mo­ ment a teacher might react emotionally," said Dunham. "What would the suspension do in terms of the student's grade?" "There would be no credit for that hour," said Volz. Dunham brought up the point that when employees are being investigated for behavior violations they are still paid. "But we will suspend a student without a grade?" he asked. Volz said, "I know what you are saying... it's a level of mayhem our classrooms don't experience." Volz said the matter was indeed about local control. "Its an issue of local con­ trol — you're losing it," he said. "Well it doesn't hurt to e­ mail the legislators and tell them how much we dislike this," said member Wayne Curtis. The third policy regards the Statewide School Safety Information Policy. "I’ve talked to Barry and Eaton County (Sheriff's Department) to make sure in the case of an emergency neither agency thinks the other is handling it — they both will be. It's good train­ ing for our district in case of a catastrophe we will be ready and be able to handle incidents well." In other business last week, the board: • Approved the MIP pro­ gram, which allows em­ ployees to use pretax dollars to pay retirement buyback costs. • Approved a resolution of opposition to the proposed initiative on school vouch­ ers. • Approved the hiring of three employees, Michele Schaffer, part-time custo­ dian, and Lisa Trumble and Cherie Andler as part-time lunch aides. • Granted Roxanne Ripley a six-week unpaid medical leave. • Approved an admissions policy that requires birth certificates and proof of immunizations at the time of registration. • Changed the graduation credit requirements from 20 to 22 because of "attendance issues." This will start for the graduating class of 2001. Principal Todd Gonser said those students who would be affected have al­ ready had advance notice on the matter. Kellogg area residents complain about students May the peace of the V Christmas season fill your hearts and your A k homes, and grace each Jf day of the bright new year with special joy I ■ and contentment. ( ■ J Being of service to J our special friends is, for 1 " us a unique blessing for which we are truly thankful. It is in service to you, our valued customers, that we find our greatest accomplishment. God bless you and yours! by Shawna Hubbarth idents who live near the school, dealt with concerns StaffWriter Alternative education about profane language, lit­ teacher Cindy Grant talked tering and loitering of alter­ to the Maple Valley Board native education students. Mix said there are about of Education last week about a letter complaining 70 students in the program, about lettering, loitering and several who come from out­ other behavior at the side the Maple Valley school system. Kellogg School building. "These are things we deal Repeated attempts by the Maple Valley News to ob­ with on a daily basis," said tain a copy ofthe letter were Mix. "The staff and students have met several times dis­ unsuccessful. Administration officials said cussing these complaints they were unable to locate and we are working on them the letter, but said it was and will continue to every day." not lost. Grant read some of the Alternative Education Principal Tate Mix said the See Kellogg students, pg. 2 letter, signed by several res- In This Issue • Nashville pianist releases first CD • Vermontville woman receives local sheriff’s commendation Graphics • Local kids send wish lists to Santa Claus • Man arrested after alleged shooting �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 21,1999 - Page 2 Nashville pianist releases first CD by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Pianist Teresa Pash has "cut" her first CD, titled "Christmas Memories," in time for last-minute Christmas shopping. Pash, who lives in Nashville with her husband, Chris, a teacher at the high school and her three chil­ dren, said the experience of recording "was great. "I recorded in a studio called Sound Stage One lo­ cated in Climax, Michigan," she said. "It went very well. The CD is primarily key­ board, including harpsi­ chord, vibraphone, and strings and organ. It's about an hour long." Pash said the CD took a couple of hours in the stu­ dio, but many hours outside the studio preparing. She first practiced, then put her music onto software to “I love to play (music) because I can be very cre­ ative and express a lot - it’s an incredible medium.” - Teresa Pash "edit" it and then played it back through the studio sys­ tem. "It was as close to perfect as I could get it," she said, laughing. The CD holds special significance to her as she dedicated it to her nanny Ruby Pierce. "She took care of me while I was growing up and she played piano by ear all the time," Pash said. "She influenced laying the groundwork for the impro- visation in my work. She died when I was 8, a year af­ ter I began taking piano lessons." Pash took lessons from Freddy Keitzman, in Hastings. "I practically begged my parents for the lessons," she remembers. She went on to study mu­ sic at Olivet College and University Puget Sound in Seattle. She graduated with a degree in biology and a minor in music. From there Teresa Pash said the most wonderful thing about playing the piano is that it allows her to be creative and improvise. it," she said. Pash said her favorite mu­ sic to play is jazz. "I love to play because I can be very creative and ex­ press a lot — it's an incred­ ible medium." Pash was very involved in all the aspects of the music on the new CD. She did all the arranging of the songs. "There is a piece called "Some Children See Him" and I had to call the com­ poser's wife in California to ask permission to use it... It was really neat to talk to her." Pash enjoyed the experi- ence so much in fact that she has already worked on a second CD with lead gui­ tarist Bill Wolfe, called "Hymns of the Heart" fea­ turing such songs as "Amazing Grace" and "Old Rugged Cross." "It was really an experi­ ence to work with someone ofhis caliber," she said. "He is an incredible musician and it was really a privi­ lege." In her free time she plays in two bands, including Yesterday's Gospel, out of Hastings, and Matthew's House, a contemporary Christian music band out of Nashville. Pash is a member of the Battle Creek Area Music Teachers Association, and has been a featured artist on Hearts and Voices, a public access channel in Hastings. Pash's CD is available for $12 and cassettes for $8, (price may vary at stores) at Something Special by Kathy in Nashville, Gilmore's Jewler's in and Hastings the Vermontville Hardware store, or by calling Pash at (517) 852-9159. Kellogg students, from front page I 0Y Teresa Pash holds her first Christmas CD. 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"The staff is trying to change these behaviors... the students have apologized and have been out cleaning up cigarette butts." "The community needs to understand that this is a pro­ cess," said Mix. "That takes time. Behavior that has been going on for 16 to 19 years takes time to turn around." Mix said the students need to be constantly reminded that they are a part of the community. One of the money with their multi-policy discount! Mature policyholders can Mobile Homes earn even greater savings. Contact ABANDONED REPO - Bank needs someone to assume pay­ ments on huge 3 bedroom home. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604,__________________ our agency nxlay! FIRST TIME HOME BUY­ ERS, We represent several banks, they are eager to sell homes they have repossessed. No application fee if you mention this ad. 1-800-672-9604, ^4uto-Owners Insurance REPO: MUST SELL will look at any offer, 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Will move if necessary. 1-800­ 672-9604. 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Mix said as a followup he will be meeting with those who signed the letter to talk over the concerns, and to discuss the issues. "&sorfs Greeting^' Diana's Place The Place to Gofor Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road ^Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481^4 ‘Little’s Country Store 6 Thornapple Take *Kd. ‘Nashville, JM<I • 517-852*9152 Available now in our "Gift Room": Angels, Foil Art, Water Globes, Homemade Chocolate and Diabetic Chocolate, Eagles, Native American Items and much more �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 21,1999 - Page 3 PRIDE Club members enjoy bowling outing by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer More than 100 students enjoyed a bowling and lunch at Charlanes in Charlotte as qualifiers of the PRIDE Club at the junior high. The PRIDE (Personal Responsibility In Daily Effort) Club encourages stu­ dents to excel in their daily behavior, said Principal Todd Gonser. To qualify for the club, students must have no more than three days ofunexcused absences for the first nine weeks, no referrals to the principal's office that results in disciplinary action, no classroom detention, no more than one tardy per class for the nine weeks, no missing assignments, use of the PRIDE homework book, and no more than one referral to the responsible thinking center. "This has definitely made a change in the behavior in the junior high on a whole," said Gonser. "If the kids ex­ cel, theres a lot of good things that can happen." Gonser said that a total of 116 students qualified for bowling. For some it was their first time attempting the sport. "They had a blast," he said. "Michael Bartlett quali­ fied and he had three strikes ■— that was a highlight." Seventh Grade John Alexander, Ben Boxx, Lance Burpee, Amy Clark, Elizabeth Clements, Matt Conklin, Sammy Cowell, Jason Craven, Rachel Crofif, Todd Cupp, Rochelle Currier, Joey Desrochers, Krista Driksna, Dustin Drumm, Tasha Duke, Katie Eldred. Kelsey Elliston, Kortney Ewing, Kevin Fassett, Kelly Fox Kevin Fox, Andrew Gaber, Tara Gordenski, Nicholas Grant, Lisa Hamilton, Erin Hummel, Vermontville woman receives local sheriff's commendation Theresa O'Dell of Vermontville received a sheriffs commendation at an awards ceremony Wednesday, Dec. 15. She received the award for "going consistently above and beyond her normal du­ ties as the administrative aide to the department ad­ ministration in her position she has held for over 10 years." "Teresa's knowledge, de­ votion and dedication are unparalleled. Department personnel have come to rely on her, whether it be for her vast computer knowledge HASTINGS 4 . 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Each class was outfitted in a dif­ ferent costume, made by the students and the teachers. They were snowflakes, rein­ deer and other holiday related subjects. Teresa Pash accompanied the children on her key­ board. Superintendent Clark Volz welcomed the crowd. "It doesn't get much better than a kindergarten Christmas program," he said. After the students enjoyed their time on stage, Volz presented each kindergarten teacher with a planter and thanked them for their hard work to put on the show. “it doesn’t get much better than a kindergarten Christmas program” - Supt. Clark Volz SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts Letterheads • Business Cards ' Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to. Full Color Copy Experts I c u. 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Closing at Noon New Year's Eve; re-opening 8 a.m., Monday Jan. 3 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 2'1,1999 Barry County Extension Office CALENDER OF EVENTS Michigan State University Extension programs and mate­ rials are open to all without regard to race, color, national ori­ gin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status or family status. Dec. 24 Dec. 27 Dec. 31 Jan. 3 Jan. 4 Extension Office Closed for Christmas. Extension Office Closed for Christmas. Extension Office Closed for New Year’s. Extension Office closed for New Year’s. Barry County Homemakers, Taking a trip with GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Tues. 10 am-10 pm; Wed. 10 am-11 pm; Thurs. 10 am-11 pm; Fri. 10 am-12 pm; Sat. 10 am-11 pm HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD 219 S. 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GENTHER Manager Shirleys u And my sold shall bejoyfid in the Lord: it shall rejoice in his salvation. KJ.U. 204 Queen Street • Box 517 Nashville, Michigan 49073 (517) 852-0840 The holiday season extends from Christmas Eve until January 6, Epiphany, which celebrates the Wise Men's visit to the baby Jesus. When Jesus was born, the angel said to the shepherds, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David, a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord." Christmas is a time of gift giving, and in 1 Peter 4:10, we are told that God has given gifts to each of us from His great bounty of spiritual gifts. And, the greatest gift of all from God our Father is the gift of Jesus Christ, His Son. Askfor our sales Dept. Claude Hine, Groomer Maple Valley Chapel Celebrating the Joy of Christmas Celebrating the Christmas season with loved ones can be a joyous and festive way to end the year and ring in a new beginning. For Christians, it is a time to worship and praise our Heavenly Father for giving us our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Page 5 huckwagon Cafe 0 202 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 U Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-3 pm; Fri. & Sat. 6 atn-9 pm 517-852-2500 «! THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD HAPPY TRAILS... MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am to 6.00 pm H WOLE VER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolever, Broker Res. Psalm 35:9 HT> >y <TT> Vr Q&fy QA'h (517) 726-0637 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Sunday: AM Worship ......... ..... 11 am. Evening Worship..... ............... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.............................. 7 Sunday School..... Morning Worship Evening Worship.. W.ednesday Family Night Service ... 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM 66 on Baseline) Sunday School................. 9:30 a. .m. Worship Service .............. ..11a.m. (Nursery Provided) ..6:45 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ...9:45 a.m. .... 11a.m. ....... 6 p.m. Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 1a.m. Church School .................. 0 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. REV ERIC LISON Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... ....... 11 am. P.M. Worship............ .................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................. 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ..................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH . GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .10 a.m Contemporary Service. Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes. Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School A.M Service . P.M. Service .. .... 10 a.m. 11:15 a.m. ...... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. ot Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service Sunday School Fellowship Time Adult Class ...... .9:30 a.m. .. .10 a.m. .10:30 a.m .10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M Service........................11 a.m. P.M. Service ......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ..................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service Sunday School ...... 9:45 a m. ...... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) Worship................... .930 a.m. Children's Sunday School .9:45 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 10 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ............... 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd .S.u.n.d.a.ys . ). Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. Sunday Mass................. 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School :45 a.m. Worship Service ........ ...11a.m. Sunday Evening Service . .6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service 7 p.m. AWANA 7-8:30 p.m Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East. Alto For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-9604. 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) St Andrew s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 21,1999 - Page 6 Newest books on the shelf at the Sunfield District Library Jack Frost is a new video release available to rent for 50 cents. New books on the shelves, by category are: Adult fiction: O is for. Outlaw is the latest Sue Grafton alphabet mystery. Large print: Another 30 new titles which are added this week are too numerous to list entirely but titles include The Plains of Passage, by Jean Auel, Twenty-Four Hours a Day, by Faith Baldwin, Games of State and Op Center, both by In addition, the library continues to receive dona­ tions of books for the Friends’ sale, as well as mag­ azine subscriptions and videos for the shelves, and memorial monetary dona­ tions each year from many. The library will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, New Years Eve and Day to observe the holidays. Library matriarch Rose Steward is home after a recent stay in the hospital and is doing well. The library benefitted from the effort of many vol­ unteers throughout the year. The Terpstras, Welch Hardware, Sharon VanAlstine and the entire cast of her Friends of the Library group, Sandy, Amanda and Ron Wells, Jann Boucher, Chris Rice, Laura Huggler, the Campbells, Jan Ainsworth, Mary Simmons, and the Sunfield District Library Board all devoted time and resources to library projects or needs. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY Real 227 Estate N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 REALTOR Fax: 852-9138 Broker, MLS Homer Winegar, GRI HMS- EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Multiple Listing Service (MLS) * Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI.................................................................... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells, GRI (Assoc. Broker)....................................................................... 726-1234 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).......... »...................... 852-5066 We Wish "You and Yours" A Merry Christmas 'Jerry' 'Joan OCCUPANCY AT CLOSE!!! Large 5 bedroom house, 2 baths, formal dining room, open stair- way, sheltered front porch. Call Homer (N-67) PRICE REDUCED! ON 1.9 ACRES SOUTH OF VERMONTVILLE On blacktop road. Natural gas, 4 ■bedrooms, ■bedrooms, 2 2 baths, baths, new new 44 car car garage, black top drive. Home ‘has central air. Call ll Homer for more details. (CH-77) Homer FULLER HEIGHTS NASHVILLE This exceptional quad level home on the end of a cul-de-sac is in a secluded setting, quiet neighbor­ hood. Home has 4 e<‘ ooms. 2 1/2 bath^T^^ aundry. family ro I pee & a I rec rood_ pool & screened sun room are some of the many “extras". This is a property that must be seen to appre­ ciate!) Call Jerry (N-72) PRICE REDUCED! CHARMING RANCH HOME ON 8 "SECLUDED" ACRES IN THE COUNTRY!! 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, home is tastefully decorated throughout - walkout basement with large family room. The “park-like” set- ting is Nyle "But as many as received Him, to them gave Him power to become the sons of Qod, even to them that walking or ORVs. Nlce pole barn with water & elec. Call Nyle for complete details. More land available. avaa e. (CH-74) VACANT LAND 2 ACRES - NORTH OF NASHVILLE - Perked & surveyed, ideal for manu­ factured home. Some trees, close to town. All this for Just $14,900. Cafi Nyle today. i ■ (VL-73) Area woman passes architectural exam Me came to pay a debt Me didn t owe because we owed a debt we couldn 7 Pay­ May Mis Cove Make Vour Christmas Season Wonderful complete with paths for 38 ACRES NORTHWEST OF CHARLOTTE - 18 acres tillable, 20 acres wooded. Excellent hunting, lots ofwildlife. Would split off 4 acres. Land contract terms. Charlotte schools. Call Homer. (VL-78) Tom Clancy, Virtue, by Jane Feather, Tenderness, by Dorothy Garlock, Village Christmas, by Miss Read, Home Song, by LaVyrle Spencer, and Finnegan’s Week, by Joseph Wambaugh. These increase the number of new large print titles this month to 50 and will keep busy our friends at River Inn Adult Foster Care Home, as well as large print patrons who regularly visit the library. Paperback: The Senator’s Wife and One Summer are two brand new Karen Robards titles, which were donated. Christian fiction: The Crossroad is Beverly Lewis’ sequel to The Postcard. Adult non-fiction: Faith of My Fathers is Vietnam war hero and presidential candi­ date John McCain’s personal memoir; William Least Heat­ Moon returns with another American travel classic, River-Horse: A Voyage Across America. Heart­ Moon, who previously wrote Blue Highways about his travels throughout the heart-, land in his old van, now logs his trip from Atlantic Ocean; to Pacific, floating ong America’s great rivers in his.; boat named “Nikawa.” Library hours are 2-8 Tuesday through Friday; 9-1 Saturday. Phone is (517) 566-8065, voice and fax. CLOSE TO STORES IN NASHVILLE 2 story, 3 bedroom, 11/2 bath home, living room, dining room & kitchen, first flpor laundry, garage. One block from business district. Call Homer (N-76) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE for walkout basement. Blacktop road NE of Vermontville. Good access to Lansing. Some newly planted trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed.'perked & has driveway permit. Call Nyle. J % (VL-64) 1.9 ACRES - Surveyed, natural gas available located at the end of private ipad deed restrictions. Calf Nyle (Vt-39) SOUTH OF NASHVILLE ON M-66 $112,000 (VL-42) 2 bedroom ranch home in coun­ try on 2+ acres. Overlooks pond, 2 ACRES - Beautiful building site priced to buy at Just $16,900. CaU Nyle today. 726-1234. (VL-43) large living room w/beamed ceil­ ing, ng, kltchen/dinlng tc en/ nngcom combination, naton L4 ACRES - Ulis restricted parcel is ideal for your new home, land contract 2 2 1/2 , terms. CaU Nyle to discuss the details. (VL-30) ished garage. Very "Well Kept" decorated home. PRICE REDUCED! 8 ACRES (APPROX.) NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to I- nicely Appliances included. Call Nyle to 69 expressway interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. CaU Homer. VL-49) see this property soon!! Located south of Nashville. (CH-75) 3.3 ACRES - Country lot big enough for a horse, surveyed on private road. baths Amy Laverty BETA Design Group, Inc. has announced that Amy Laverty has passed the archi­ tectural registration exam and is now licensed to prac­ tice architecture in the State of Michigan. She is a graduate of Maple Valley High School and received both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in architecture from the University of Michigan. In 1996, Laverty joined BETA Design Group, Inc. and became a member of our Health Care Facility design team. She and her husband, Adam, reside in Hastings,; where they are renovating their turn-of-the-century home. car attached fin For Rent IN NASHVILLE, very nice 1 bedroom apartment, 517-852­ 9386, j > Lila H. Holmes VERMONTVILLE Lila H. Holmes, age 86, of Vermontville, and formerly of Lansing, passed away Saturday, December 18, 1999 at East Lansing Care Center. She was bom on June 7, 1913 in Vermontville, the daughter of Joseph and Calista (Bennett) Faust. Lila graduated from Vermontville High School. She married Ivan Holmes on September 16, 1939 in Charlotte and he preceded her in death on February 18, 1996. She was a Linotype Operator for the Vermontville Echo, worked for Raybar Electric in Lansing, and was a Financial Consultant for the State of Michigan for many years. Lila was a member of the Vermontville Eastern Star and the Vermontville Congregational Church. She and her husband, Ivan, lived in the Gladwin area after retirement. Lila enjoyed macrame work. She was also preceded in death by brother, Leslie Faust; sisters, Wilma Mattson, Hazel Rawson, Doris Borton, and Vivian Pierce; Lila is survived by brother, John Faust of Flint; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 21, 1999 at 10:00 A.M. until service time at the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, December 21, 1999 at 11:00 A.M. at the Maple Valley Chapel with Reverend Eric Lison officiating. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermontville Congregational Church or Eastern Star. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Clayo Victor Reed VERMONTVILLE Clayo Victor Reed, age 85, of Vermontville, went to be with his Lord on Friday, December 17, 1999 in Charlotte. Mr. Reed was born on November 11, 1914 in Ionia County, the son of Warren Walter and Elizabeth (Post) Reed, both preceded him in death. He married Pauline Marie Hoy on June 3, 1933. Mr. Reed retired from General Motors and was a life member of the Sunfield Masonic Lodge #455. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Versil Reed in April of 1959. Mr. Reed is survived by his wife of 66 years, Pauline M. Reed; two daughters, Phyllis Frith of Nashville, and Jackie (Don) Feess of Vermontville; six grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren; brother, Milo (Bonnie) of Saranac; two sisters and brothers-inlaw, Miriam (Jim) Curtis of Sunfield, and Louise (Elmer) Harris of Ypsilanti; several nieces and nephews; and several great nieces and nephews. There will be no visitaion or funeral service held. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the Sunfield Public Library or the Woodland Ambulance Service, c/o Rosier Funeral Home, P.O. Box 36 Sunfield, Michigan 48890 in memory of Mr. Clayo Victor Reed. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel in Sunfield. Donald RobertMorrissey DELTON Donald Robert Morrissey, age 84, of Delton, and formerly of Potterville, passed away Friday, December 17, 1999 at his residence. Mr. Morrissey was bom on September 11, 1915 in Lansing, the son of Edward A. and Lula (Havens) Morrissey. He was a carpenter and custodian of Waverly Schools, a volunteer fireman for Potterville Fire Department, and an avid hunter and fisherman. Mr. Morrissey was preceded in death by his wife, Marguerite in 1993; two sons, Steven in 1986, and Victor in 1999; two brothers, Rex and Edward. daughters, Verda (Gene) Humes, Sandy (Gray) Smith both of Potterville, and Sally (James) Shively of Charlotte; 13 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Monday, December 20, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Reverend Paul Bailey officiated. Interment was in Benton Township Cemetery in Potterville. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Potterville Imagination Station. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, „He js,^uTOy£^by^thxee? flftviaQia^g|te ., �The Maple VaRey News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 21,1999— Page 7 Merton L. Hoffman NASHVILLE - Mr. Merton L. Hoffman, age 76, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, December 16, 1999 at J.F.K. Medical Center in Atlantis, Florida. Mr. Hoffman was bom on March 29, 1923 in Hastings, the son of Claude H. & Dorothy E. (Hyde) Hoffman. He was raised in the Dowling area of Barry County and attended the Dunham School. Mr. Hoffman went on to attend Ford Motor Company Technical School for engine research and development He served in the United States Navy during World Warn. Mr. Hoffman married Doris Bauman on June 9, 1941, and she preceded him in death in May of 1983. He married Margaret Pennington on July 9, 1985, and she preceded him in death in May of 1997. Mr. Hoffman had lived most of his life in Maple Grove Township of Barry County, and at his last address on Barryville Road since 1977. His employment included the Old Oliver Corporation in Battle Creek, did carpentry work, and was engaged in farming He was a member of the Loyal of Order of Moose and A.A.R.P. Mr. Hoffman was also preceded in death by his parents; and daughter-in- Dick Robert Weiler « w Hullin "IGWinr iwstoiitataw 11101 o(W,rife ft (Eta) Binis i( snof Iptamlita ni uiiqtaiiM fifc ffliimtalw hi, u For ta tai rife (tttasajta mini of ik icLLodjeArMiwtatt* f,Q,Ed^ .toilMifti|» ti|» 1 ■ for^3 WO lift of S* - j if !! VERMONTVILLE Dick Robert Weiler, age 69, of Vermontville, passed away Wednesday, December 15, 1999. He was born on December 20, 1929 in Vermontville, the son of Karl and Alma (Radde) Weiler. Mr. Weiler lived in the same Vermontville home for 65 years. He was a farmer, school bus driver for Vermontville, worked at Aluminum Extrusions in Charlotte, Universal Crane in Battle Creek, and Charles Viele Bulldozing in Vermontville. Mr. Weiler was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He loved snowmobiling and owned a vacation home in Cadillac. Mr. Weiler loved his family, friends, music, and life, and his survivors will miss him very much. He is survived by his wife, Rachel (Viele); son, Nyle Weiler of Vermontville; daughters, Susan Blowers of Lansing, and Nancy Weiler of C ar ro 11 Valley, Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Zachary Weiler, Joshua and Courtney Blowers. Funeral services were held on Saturday, December 18, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Reverend Eric Lison officiated. Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund, Eaton Community Hospice, or the National Parkinson Foundation. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc., in Charlotte. Scoff Lyle MacDonald law, Loretta Hoffman in 1997. He is survived by two sons, Lyle (Shirley) Hoffman of Florida, and Gordon Hoffman of Nashville; step-daughter, LuAnn Potter of Nashville; 13 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren; and brother, Clarence Hoffman of Dowling. Visitation will be on Tuesday, December 21, 1999 from 4:00 - 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 22, 1999 at 11:00 A.M. at the Wren Funeral Home in Hastings with Pastor Jeffery Worden officiating. Burial will be at Union Cemetery, Maple Grove Township in Barry County. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by the Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. FREEPORT - Scott Lyle MacDonald, age 51, of Freeport, passed away Wednesday, December 15, 1999. Scott was born on August 8, 1948 in Lansing, the son of Vernon and Frances MacDonald. He was employed by Holland Motor Freight and enjoyed the travel of truck driving. Scott acted the part of Santa Claus in this years Hastings Christmas Parade. He was a member of the First Congregational Church in Vermontville and enjoyed fanning. Scott served eight years in the United States Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He was married to Susan (Howton) on December 31, 1990 and she survives. Scott was preceded in death by his father, Vernon in 1985. He is also survived by his mother, Frances of Charlotte; brothers, Larry MacDonald of Clearwater, Florida, and Bryce (Amanda) MacDonald of Vermontville; step-sons, David Ranshaw of Freeport, and Terry Ranshaw of Charlotte; God-daughter, Connie Allard; four grandchildren, Kristin Ranshaw, Kayley Ranshaw, Timothy Ranshaw and Nickolas Ranshaw; and many loved nieces, nephews, great­ nieces and great-nephews. Funeral services were held on Monday. December 20, 1999 at Vermontville Congregational Church. Reverend Eric Lison officiated. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or the Vermontville Congregational Church. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc., in Charlotte. A gift to the Barry Community Founda­ tion is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. �The Maple Valley News, NashvHle, Tuesday, December 21,1999 - Page 8 FROM OUR READERS Local Citizens Speak Out on Issues Candlelight dinner was delightful To the editor: Too bad there wasn’t enough room in the Opera House to accommodate everyone in the community for the Methodist Church Candlelight Dinner. Let me share a little ofthe evening. The room was lit with glowing candles on tables that were covered with beautiful linen table cloths. Dinner was prepared by the church women, served on the finest china, along with pianist Teresa Pash, who set the tone that could match any top dollar restaurant in New York City. The stage was dressed up with beautiful Christmas trees covered with snow, which was the back drop for the entertainment. There was an array of Christmas songs sung by the talented Maple Valley High School choir. Following that was an auc­ tion of gifts provided by business and residents ofthe community. The auctioneer, Gene Fisher and side kick Greg Wendoff proved to be equally entertaining. Proceeds from the event went toward repair ofthe bell tower ofthe church. People from outside of Vermontville are amazed as to what this little community can pull off, and do so well... This dinner proved to be a new addition to a list of ongoing activities. I did hear the Rev. Jeff Bowman say this was the “First Annual Candlelight Christmas Dinner.” We will, without a doubt, be in line for tickets next year. Tom and Joeann Nehmer, Vermontville Ex-commissioner recuperating To the editor: On Nov. 27, 1998, I tripped and fell on our front porch. I skidded across the deck and slammed my head against the wall. I ended up with my neck broken in two places and a broken right hip from the fall. I was in Ingham Regional for 10 days and two weeks in the re-hab campus. The ten days remain a com­ plete blur in my mind. I wore that “awful halo” on my head for nine weeks. Then they had to remove it because of infections in the pins (screws through the flesh and into the skull). After that, I wore a rigid neck brace for some six weeks. My recovery was slow, but thank God, I did not end up paralyzed. The hip replacement was only partial with a steel ball placed in the old hip socket. This worked well for a few months, then pain and dis­ comfort set in. The result was that I had to have a complete hip replace­ ment Sept. 21. I am coming well now and we have been cleared to go to Florida for the winter. Because of the aforemen­ tioned problems, we were unable to visit Vermontville this year and to take in the Syrup Festival and the Historical Society, among others. We expect (hope) the new year to be different. While I served you as your Eaton County Commissioner, I always felt that I was one of you. I still do in retirement. 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THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE ORDAINS: ' SECTION 1: GRANT, TERMS: That wherever the word “Grantee” appears in this ordinance, it is hereby intended to designate, and shall be held to refer to Tri-County Electric Cooperative, Inc., a Michigan Corporation, its successors and assigns. The right, power and authority is hereby grant­ ed and vested in said Grantee to construct, maintain and commercially use electric lines, consist­ ing of towers, masts, poles, crossarms, guys, braces, feeders, transmission and distribution wires, transformers and other electrical applicants on, under, along and across the highways, streets, alleys, bridges and other public places, and to do a local gas and/or electric business in the Village of Vermontville, Eaton County, Michigan for a period of thirty (30) years. SECTION 2: CONSIDERATION: In consideration of the rights, power and authority hereby granted, said Grantee shall faithfully perform all things required by the terms hereof. SECTION 3: CONDITIONS: No highway, street, alley, bridge, or other public place used by said Grantee shall be obstructed longer than necessary during the work of construction or repair and shall be restored to the same good order and condition as when such work was commenced. All towers, masts, poles and other supports shall be set and all wires shall be suspended or buried in a careful and proper manner so as not to injure persons or property. The Grantee shall have the right to trim trees if necessary in the conducting of such business, subject however, to the supervi­ sion of the Depart, of Public Works of the Village. SECTION 4: HOLD HARMLESS: The Grantee shall at all times keep and save the Village free and harmless from all loss, costs and damage to which it may be subject by reason of the negligent construction and maintenance of the structures and equipment hereby authorized. In case any action is commenced against the Village on account of the permission herein granted, said Grantee shall, upon notice, defend the Village and save it free and harmless from all loss, cost and damage arising out of such negligent construction and maintenance. SECTION 5: EXTENSIONS: Said Grantee shall construct and extend its electric systems within said Village, and shall furnish electricity to applicants residing therein in accordance with applicable law. SECTION 6: RATES: The Grantee shall be entitled to charge the inhabitants of said Village for electricity furnished therein, the rates as approved by the Michigan Public Service Commission or its successors, upon proper application by either said Grantee or the Village, acting by the Village Council being made thereto, and the regularly filed rates as approved by said Michigan Public Service Commission, or its successors, as applicable to said Village of Vermontville, shall at all times be the lawful rates. SECTION 7: FRANCHISE NOT EXCLUSIVE: The rights, power and authority herein granted are not exclusive. The right to do an electric business hereunder are several, and such rights may be separately exercised, owned, and transferred. SECTION 8: REVOCATION: The franchise granted by this Ordinance is subject to revocation upon sixty (60) days written notice by the party desiring such revocation. SECTION 9: MICHIGAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION JURISDICTION: Said Grantee shall, as to all other conditions and elements of electric service, not herein fixed, be and remain sub­ ject to the reasonable rules and regulations of the Michigan Public Service Commission or its suc­ cessors, applicable to electric service in said Village. SECTION 10: EFFECTIVE DATE: This Ordinance shall take effect immediately after the date of publication thereof, provided however, it shall cease and be of no effect after thirty (30) days from its adoption, unless within said period the Grantee shall accept the same in writing filed with the Village Clerk. Upon the acceptance and publication hereof, this Ordinance shall constitute a con­ tract between said Village and the Grantee. We hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was duly enacted by the Village Council of the Village of Vermontville, Eaton County, Michigan on the day of , 1999. HOMEWORKERS NEEDED: $635 weekly pro­ cessing mail. Easy! No experi­ ence needed. Call 1-800-426­ 3689 Ext#1400 24hrs. Recreation 1996 SKI-DOO FORMULA STX583 studded ski-skins, hi windshield, with matching Ski­ Doo suit and HJC helmet. $2,850. 616-948-0502, after 5:00pm. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Consent Agenda: A motion was made by Favre and sup­ ported by Avery to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. This motion included the minutes ofthe November 17, 1999 special meeting, the approval of general fund bills in the amount of $106,179.03, and Building and Site bills of $122,189.22, as well as the 11/24/99 payroll transfer of $255,186.56 and 12/10/99 payroll transfer of $255,296.85. Motion carried 6-0. 3. Communications: A letter was received from some ofthe residents on Queen Street in Nashville who are concerned about the behavior of Alternative Ed students in the neigh­ borhood. This letter has been shared with Terry Mix, Alternative Ed Principal, and he is working with the students to address these concerns. Favre entered the meeting at 7:10 p.m. 4. Reports: On behalfofthe Alternative Ed program, Cindy Grant shared information with the Board on how they are working with the students in response to the neighborhood concerns. Todd Gonser and Mary Taylor gave reports of activities in each oftheir buildings. Supt. Volz reported that the building project is being closed out. There are still a few issues to be resolved such as the the paint in the hallways at the high school, etc. He also stated that he has asked Bev Black to attend county curriculum meetings in the interim while it is determined how the District curriculum responsibilities will be handled. School safety issues are being addressed with community meetings and additional policies which will be introduced at this meeting. 5. Approval ofnew staff: A motion was made by Avery and supported by Curtis to approve hiring Michelle Schaffer for the four-hour, school-year custodial position, effective December 6, 1999, and Lisa Trumble and Cherie Andler for the two 1 1/2 hour lunchtime supervision positions at Maplewood, effective December 13, 1999. Motion carried 7­ 0. 6. Request for unpaid leave: A motion was made by Sessions and supported by James to approve Roxanne Ripley’s request for a six-week, unpaid medical leave begin­ ning January 10, 2000. Motion carried 7-0. 7. Policy revisions: A motion was made by Favre and sup­ ported by Sessions to approve the first reading of the revi­ sions to policies BCBDA Order of Business and JBC School Admissions as presented. Motion carried 7-0. A motion was made by Favre and supported by Avery to approve the recommended changes and adopt policy DFE-R Investment of Funds. Motion carried 7-0. 8. New policies: A motion was made by Favre and support­ ed by Sessions to approve the first reading ofpolicies JCDAE Assaults Committed Against Students, JCDAF Class, Subject and Activity Suspensions and CP Statewide School Safety Information Policy as presented. Motion carried 7-0. 9. MIP resolution: A motion was made by Avery and sup­ ported by James to adopt the MIP “Buy Back” Payroll Resolution as presented to allow our employees to pay buy­ back costs for the MIP program with tax-deferred dollars beginning December 11, 1999. Motion carried 7-0. 10. Voucher resolution: A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Sessions to adopt the “Maple Valley Schools Resolution ofOpposition to the Proposed Initiative on School Vouchers” as presented. Motion carried 7-0. 11. Graduation requirement increase: A motion was made by Favre and supported by Avery to approve the recommen­ dation to increase graduation requirements from 20 credits to 22 credits. This requirement will take effect beginning with the graduating students of 2001. Motion carried 7-0. 12. Closed session for negotiations strategy: A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to go into closed session for the purpose ofnegotiations strategy. Following the closed session, open session will be reconvened in the Administration Office. Roll call vote — Ayes: Avery, Callton, Curtis, Dunham, Favre, James, Sessions; Nay: none. Time: 8:05 p.m. Open session resumed at 10:00 p.m. 13. Adjournment: A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Sessions to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 70. Meeting adjourned at 10:00 p.m. Approved January 10, 2000 Allison Avery, Secretary Board of Education THESE MINUTES ARE SUBJECT TO APPROVAL AT THE NEXT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! �the Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 21,1999 - Page 9 Three Lions place at TK Invitational ‘Ik Vk JSw w MIDDLEVILLE — With a come-from-behind effort, the Middleville grapplers grabbed first place honors at the Dec. 11 TK Invitational. Coach Tom Lehman's squad won by four points, 195-191, over a Portland team that led heading into the championship match round. "We keep getting better," Lehman said of the secondweek effort of his Trojans. "I knew that Portland and Northview would , both be very solid. They (the Trojan wrestlers) keep working. We're still making adjustments to the lineup." One adjustment had to made when star grappler Israel Rosales injured his shoulder in the first week wrestling at 145. Rosales hopes to be back in the lineup after the holiday break. Northview finished third with 157 points, Fruitport was fourth with 98 1/2, the Thornapple Kellogg B was fifth with 95, Holland was sixth with 83, Central Montcalm was seventh with 58, Maple Valley eighth with 46 and Olivet ninth with 30 points. Winning weight class titles for Middleville were Bret Wiersma at 125, Jason Doyle at 140, and Chad Reil at 152. Wiersma won on a 5:55 pin in the championship round over Portland's Brandon Guillard. Doyle prevailed on an injury default against Northview's Brad Schonmaker. h'u?Wit4 'u?Wit4 S mS> £?k> s%*sS JSSS ! jjj^v^s! Iihskj 8fcjL“®itea! » .T S>« £ 2^ 2 Randy Silsbee puts Northview's Brad VanderMelen in an awkward position during their match at the TK Invitational. RS^kI Minimi *ri'''® n^rstte Kalita;^. Commission on AgingMenu IkauiM E'.WIBHkhfffilBlsf iijrxjijffiftBr SSL^MIQBdU a<-KK®sfttap BK2E»!«p*M Commission ofAging Hearty Meals Wednesday, Dec. 22 Fish sandwich on a bun, baked beans, potatoes, cook­ ie. Thursday, Dec. 23 Closed for Holiday Friday, Dec. 24 Closed for Holiday Monday, Dec. 27 Pasta w/meat sauce, beets, Oriental mixed vegetables, pears. Tuesday, Dec. 28 Oven fried chicken, mini loaf, squash, mixed veg­ etable, fresh orange. Lite Meals Wednesday, Dec. 22 Sub sandwich with cheese on sub bun, 3 bean salad, applesauce. Thursday, Dec. 23 Closed for Christmas. Friday, Dec. 24 Closed for Christmas. Monday, Dec. 27 Shaved turkey on whole wheat bread, garden jello, peaches. Tuesday, Dec. 28 Shaved roast beef and cheese on rye bread, carrot and raisins salad, pears. Events Wednesday, Dec. 22 Hastings, crafts/bingo; Nashville, social day; Woodland, bingo; Delton, Newest citizen announced BOY, Mike Gorman and Becky Wilson of Vermontville. Announce the birth of their son, Nathan Subscribe to the Hastings Banner Michael Gorman, on Nov. 18, 1999 at 9:59 p.m. at Pen­ nock Hospital. He weighed 7 lbs. 1 ounce, 21 inches long. Grandparents are Ron and Cathy Wilson of Hastings, Tom and Gloria Gorman of Vermontville. Great grandmothre is Irene Hall of Eaton Rapids. and keep informed Sports note: • Wrestling Results in Dec. 29 Maple all the news of Valley News: The results and photographs from the Barry County. Dec. 18 Maple Valley Invitational will be found in the Dec. 28 edition of the Call 945-9554. Maple Valley News. trivia. Thursday, Dec. 23 Closed for Holidays. Friday, Dec. 24 - Closed for Holidays. Monday, Dec. 27 Hastings, line dancing, music; Nashville, social day; Woodland, social day; Delton, social day. Tuesday, Dec. 28 Hastings and Nashville, puz­ zles. Broncos beat Lions on the court Justin VanAlstine tallied 12 points and Adam Watson scored 10, but Maple Valley still fell to Bellevue last Friday in a prep hoop contest played at Bellevue, 57-47. The Lions trailed 15-12 after the first and 29-27 at the half. In the third quarter, the Broncos opened up their lead with a 12-7 scoring advantage. Bellevue was led by Storm Newton's 16 points and Tyler Paesens 14 scores. Maple Valley made 14 field goals, including two trifectas from Watson and Andy Ewing. From the free throw line, Maple Valley hit just 10-of19 attempts. VanAlstine was 4-of-4. The varsity squad resumes play Jan. 4 at Portland St. Patrick. Maple Valley's Jeff Rhoades floors Middleville's Chad Reil with this move, but Reil still was able to pull out a 15-12 win in the 152-pound weight class final. And Reil's championship win came on a 15-12 decision versus Maple Valley's Jeff Rhoades. Lehman said that all of his champs displayed great work, especially Reil who won a "very tough match." Highlights for Maple Valley included Rhoades' second place performance at 152, Randy Silsbee's fourth place effort at 135 and Chad Spears fourth place effort at 171. Silsbee lost his third place match to Northview's Brad VanderMelen on a 4:00 pin. Spears dropped a 7-1 decision to third place finisher Bill Romph from Middleville. The Trojan wrestling program had one other who earned a weight class title, Mark Thompson at 135. Thompson, of the TK B team, beat Portland's C.J. Pulling 8-7 in his championship match. Tom Haynes was second for the TK B team at 275, Pat McKeown was second for Middleville at 112 and Matt Erb finished second for Middleville at 189. "Our kids wrestled well at the end of the day," Lehman said. "They came through and did a nice job." Also contributing to Maple Valley's mat efforts were Ben Swan at 275, Andrew Kenyon at 103, Nathan Carney at 112, Brandon Brooke at 119, Cole Hansbarger at 125, Tim Smith at 140, Josh Grasman at 189 and Matt Thome at 215. Other wrestlers for the Middleville team were Marc Carter (fourth at 275), Brandon Schalk (third at 103), Kyle Fletke (third at 119), David Kiel (third at 130), Luke Egolf at 135, Shawn Reil at 145, Josh Strait (third at 160) and Brett Vernon at 215. Competing for the TK team were Joe Brown at 103, Jason Austin (fourth at 112), Brian Bender at 119, Ben Sevald (fourth at 130), Cody Vanderbrink at 140, Joe Mancuso at 145, Adam Nieland at 152, Matt Thompson at 160, Kyle McKeown at 171, Erin Cuneo (fourth at 189) and Alec Belson at 215. Lions wrestlers win against Dansville and Bath The mat team at Maple Valley High School won two matches Dec. 16 over Dansville (54-12) and Bath (54-24). Lions' winners versus Dansville were Nathan Carney at 103 (void), Andrew Kenyon at 112 Posting wins over Bath (void), Brandon Brooke at 119 (void), Cole Hansbarger were Kenyon at 103 (pin in at 125 (void), Randy Silsbee 3:46), Carney at 112 (pin in at 135 (void), Tim Smith at 5:23), Brooke at 119 (pin in 140 (pin in 3:21), Jeff 1:17), Hansbarger at 125 Rhoades at 152 (pin in 32 (void), Silsbee at 135 (pin seconds), Matt Thorne at in 1:39), Rhoades at 152 215 (void) and Paul Felder (forfeit), Spears at 171 (forfeit), Josh Grasman at at 275 (forfeit). 189 (pin at 1:01) and Thorne at 215 (pin in 59 seconds). Maple Leaf Grange plans potluck Jan. 1 Maple Leaf Grange will have a potluck dinner on Saturday, Jan. 1, at 1 p.m. Meat and drinks will be furnished. Bring a dish to ♦i pass. Music and dance will be after dinner. Those who can play are asked to bring along their instruments. Farm AG. LIMESTONE Dolomite orCalcitic. 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Santa was kind enough to let us look over some letters to the North Pole from local children so that we could get an idea of what the children are wishing for this holiday season. Kaytlin, who assures Santa she has been very good writes: "This year for Christmas I want. 1. baby bom. 2. tapes Shania. 3. baby Furby black and white 4. bracelets nekleces 5. ankel skirt 6. games mouse trap 7. mputer games genarashen girls Rugrats ping-pong monopoly 8. game boy eneything 9. paper white 10. bug holeder 11. nail polish 12. porslen dolls." Joshua writes: "Dear Santa, Hope you had a good summer with Mrs. Claws and Rudolph, Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Comet, Cupid, Donner and Blitzen, Because I did and I have been a good boy this year. Here is what I really want: 1. remote contral monster truck that can turn left and right and has tuurbow. 2. walky talky station 3. skate board 4. poke'mon cards (two packs) 5. off road monster truck tacing for playstation 6. crash (2) 7. toy storie (2) 8. game boy with poke'- HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel. Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - mon yellow version. This is what I would re­ ally like to have. I will also leave nine carrots out for your rain deer and some cookies for you." Catalina writes: "Dear Santa, I think 1 was good this year. Since you have been watching me. I think you better choose if I was good or bad. I would like: 1. a portable CD player 2. Amazing Ally 3. A baby brother 4. The Pooh gang suffed animal 5. bagy pants 6. cool shirts 7. Nintendo 60 4 with pokemon games 8. Stane glass ser 9. 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P i JSiPhYilk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 21,1999 — Page 11 Fast start achieved by J V Lions The junior varsity basketball team at Maple Valley High School began its season with a solid start, winning over Middleville 51-50 and Leslie 74-72 Against Middleville, the Lions received 12 points from Mike Hirneiss, 11 points from Jeremy Wiser, and 10 points from Devin Phenix. Top rebounders were Phenix with 12 caroms and John Turburg with 10. Nick Jones nailed three, 3point baskets and dished out 5 assists. In the Leslie contest, Wiser tallied 28 points made 5 steals and pulled down 4 rebounds. Turburg also played solidly with 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. Other players who scored in double figures were Jones with 13 points and Justin Sealy with 10. Brandon Hopkins helped the Lions’ cause with solid defense and 4 markers. JV eagers look back on season The junior varsity girls basketball team at Maple Valley High School finished its season 15-14, one of the best records in the programs' history. The Lady Lions were second in the SMAA behind Olivet. To celebrate its banner year, the M.V. team attended a clinic at The Palace in Auburn Hills and watched the Detroit Pistons play the Orlando Magic. The following players received season awards: Jessie Grant — Voted team's "Most Valuable Player." Led team with 100 steals and 78 assists. Was third in scoring with 136 points. Ashley Gordeneer — Voted "Most Improved Player." Led team with 101 steals. She improved her shot during the season and made strides positioning for rebounds. Brieann Treloar — Led the squad with 258 points. Second on the team with 91 steals. Aleisia VanEngen — Led team with eight 3-pointers and was the second highest scorer with 177 points. Nikki James Was second on the team in rebounding with 83 caroms and second in assists with 34. Frosh eagers begin with two wins Maple Valley's freshman basketball team defeated Middleville (58-57) and Leslie (58-48) to open its 1999-2000 campaign. Jeff Taylor led the Lions' scorers with 23 points against Middleville and Eric Smith netted 22 points and pulled down 19 rebounds. POLICE BEAT Man arrested after alleged shooting A Castleton Township man who allegedly pulled a .45-caliber revolver from a cowboy style holster and shot at an intended business partner Dec. 7 was arraigned in Barry County's 56 B District court last week. James Tracy Clark, 48, is free on a $5,000, 10 percent bond awaiting a Jan. 19 pre­ liminary exam on charges of felonious assault and using a firearm in the commission of a felony. According to a report from the Barry County Sheriffs Department, the victim was visiting Clark at his home and the pair en­ tered into an argument over a log skidder. When the vic­ tim tried to leave, Clark al­ legedly became irate and fired three to four shots to­ ward the man's truck, strik­ ing the bumper. The victim told police he saw the muzzle flash and ducked, then tried to retrieve his own shotgun from his truck. Before he could re- move the unloaded shotgun from its case, Clark al­ legedly approached the driver's side of the truck, pointed the gun at the vic­ tim and told him to get his hands off of his gun. "(The victim) pleaded with Clark several times to take the gun off him and let him go," said police. "(The victim) said Clark refused to let him go." Clark allegedly forced the man back inside the house at gunpoint where he held the gun on him. "(Clark allegedly) told him he wasn't leaving until they talked about the log­ ging business," police said. Clark allegedly had been drinking prior to and during the alleged incident. Additional charges ofkid­ napping, possession of a firearm while intoxicated and assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder are still pending. Clark was also arraigned on a misdemeanor property damage charge. Ou 'pwewi A gift to the Barry Community Founda­ tion is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. Jimmy Hirneiss also scored in double figures with 13 markers. Maple Valley trailed Middleville at half by 14 points but were able to come back and pull out a victory. Leslie was up 9-5 on Valley after one quarter and 25-24 at intermission. After three, the Blackhawks led 30-24, but the Lions then found their shooting touch and outscored the 'Hawks 20-6 in the fourth quarter to win by 10 points. Eric Smith led the scoring attack with 17 points and 17 rebounds. Collin McLean added 13 points and Jimmy Hirneiss managed 7 points and 4 steals. Maple Valley athlete heading to Spain to compete in race The holiday break is often used for traveling purposes by many quest-seeking individuals. But Ken Rhodes' journey Dec. 26-Jan. 2 will involve more than just traveling. It will also be a trip to engage in some running. Rhodes, a senior at Maple Valley High School, is headed to Barcelona, Spain to take part in a special cross country running opportunity. He will leave Detroit's Metro Airport Dec. 26 and head to Spain to compete and learn about area's culture. "We will be viewing architecture, going to art museums, seeing the culture and spending time on the streets," Rhodes said of his Barcelona itinerary. "There's even a dance scheduled for New Years." The 17-year-old Nashville native will run in a cross country race with some 80 high school athletes from all around the United States. He hopes to do his best, but figures that a great time is not necessary to deem this a quality experience. "Right now, I don't care how the race goes," Rhodes said. "It will be a good time to meet people. I want to place well in the race, but I also want to enjoy it." The United States contingent will be taking translators to help in the communication between the Americans and the Spaniards. Rhodes is super anxious to make the trip. "I'm real excited; I can't wait," Rhodes said. "I look Ken Rhodes, pictured here during the recently completed prep cross country season, is ready to run for glory in Barcelona, Spain. Looking Coloring contest winners announced The winners of this year's merchant-sponsored Christmas coloring contest have been announced. In Lakewood, in the younger age group (up to 6 years old), the winners were Kalli Barrone ($25), Tabitha Landon ($20) and Marie Hendrickson ($10). In the older age group, (ages 7 to 10), the winners were Cassandra Horstman ($25), Mallorie Brodbeck ($20) and Sara Walter ($10). The winners in Maple Valley in the younger age group (up to 6 years old) were Ashley Weiler ($25), Josh Wenger ($20) and Storm Ewing ($10). In the older age group (7 to 10), the winners were Kimberly Smith ($25), Brittney Gardner ($20) and Brittany Westendorp ($10). forward to it a lot." * fora PRINTER? Call Barry County’s MOST COMPLETE PRINTING COMPANY — We have it ALL! PRINT SHOP • Full Color • Signs • Copying • Addressing • Laminating ...and MORE! • Complete Binding For Sale Auto 1994 JEEP GRAND CHERO­ KEE LAREDO: White, power windows, power locks, 6 changer cd player, towing package, well maintained, in great condition inside & out. $10,500OBO. 948­ 0502 (616) 945-5078 / fax: <616> rtf VCdallll QZ1IZ«CIIZ C/1 945-5192 Ask for one of our printing specialists �New trophy showcase finished by Shawna Hubbartb on the filling of the case. "We talked and deci ded to put our most memorable and most significant trophies and awards in the case," he said. "That in­ cludes our state championships (such as the girls' state champion '92 track team) and runners-up, regional and district champi­ onships along with national band awards." The case also displays pictures of the award win­ ning teams and a football signed by the 1997 football team. Staff Writer The high school student council and staff has com­ pleted the trophy showcase in the newly constructed en­ tryway by the gymnasium. The case, which features three lighted display sec­ tions, holds the many tro­ phies and awards the school has received in years past Principal Todd Gonser said the student council, track and cross country coach Gary Hamilton and Athletic Director Rick Arnett have been working The display case features three sections of trophies and awards. 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Prices good thru Saturday j � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/813/MapleValleyNews_1999-12-28.pdf 6bfed9fd1f2314927263b2f297e2ec14 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 127-No. 52/December 28,1999 Nashville council still bickering over trails by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer The issue of the railbed trail continued to provoke upset feelings at the Nashville village council meeting last Thursday. Village President Dennis Mapes asked for further con­ sideration of the vote taken at the last council meeting to withdraw Nashville's grant application for the trail. At a council meeting last month a legal vote was taken to apply for a grant for the railbed trail. Council member Frank Dunham said the application did not cost any money and the village could always turn the grant down. He also noted that lit­ igation involving the trail has filed settlements in court and is close to being cleared up. This prompted the resig­ nation of Russ Furlong, who co-chaired the Citizen's Advisory Committee. The committee had taken a community-wide survey and the results showed an interest in pursuing a trail for the village, and was nearly even in its preference for a riverside trail. Furlong said he believed the council's actions be- “I think (the council) had a pretty good chance of getting the grant... the trail will open anyway, but it will not be paved which would make it handi­ cap accessible and also would allow a smooth surface for people that like to rollerblade.” - Mike Gormley, Rails to Trails President trayed the recommendation of the committee which was to pursue the riverside trail first and not revisit the issue of a railbed trail until all lit­ igation was cleared up. Fur­ long is involved in a law­ suit and settlement with the Rails to Trails Association. Alternative ed. students give principal a present by Shawna Hubbarth StaffWriter The Alternative Education and Second Chance students say they have drawn a lot of comfort and care from Prin­ cipal Tate Mix. "He's always there for you and he doesn't judge you, he just listens and he really cares," said one student. "He's not fake, he really does care about what hap­ pens to us and that's differ­ ent than a lot of people," said another student. So the kids thought really hard this year about a gift they could give Mix for Christmas that would ex­ press their feelings. With the help of art teacher Cindy Grant they came up with the perfect idea — a huge, warm, personalized quilt. "Each student created a personalized square, using stencils or free hand," said Grant. "They were told to draw whatever they wanted." The red and green squares and personalized pieces pieces were then sewn to­ gether and sewn to quilt backing by students Heather Dockter, Carrie Davis and Tanya Powers. "They wanted to give him something special that they could afford and that would express thanks," said Grant. "The quilt is great because he provides them with com­ fort and they all wanted to provide him with some comfort." Mix said he was surprised to receive the quilt. "It's beautiful," he said. Along with the quilt the students also sewed a matching pillow that holds one square that reads, "We love you!!" Some of the students who helped sew the quilt for Principal Tate Mix are (from left) Tonya May, Tanya Powers, Heather Dockter, Shawna Dockter, (Tate Mix), and Lacey Planck. But at the following meeting two weeks ago, a new member of the council and the presence of council member Carroll Wolff (who was previously absent) led those opposed to the grant application to overturn the earlier 3-2 vote. A 4-3 vote was taken to contact Lans­ ing to withdraw the applica­ tion. Mapes said at the meeting last Thursday night that he put the matter on the agenda because it did not make sense to have a public ballot proposal on additional mil­ lage to finance grants for both the pedestrian corridor on the railbed and the river­ side park if the village was going to cancel an applica­ tion for a grant on the railbed. Council member Bonnie White opposed the item on the agenda. "I want it taken off," she said. "Well Mrs. White, I am the village president and I want it on there," said Mapes. A short argument ensued. Wolffwho voted to cancel the grant application said, "How long are we going to talk this ‘over? The best thing we have now is coop­ eration on the water sys­ tem... people plan on peti­ tioning to have a vote on the water system." Council member Steve Wheeler who also voted to cancel the grant said, "I don't care to sit through an­ other meeting with personal attacks between council members... we are supposed to be working as a team — let's keep our comments short and to the point. The vote to pass the agenda as it was (including taking up the rails to trails matter) passed 4-2. "That's a very question­ able vote," said Wolff. "You can refer to your village charter..." "....It stands approved," said Mapes. Controversy surrounding the issue followed the coun­ cil throughout the meeting. During public comments, resident Gary White, former village president and hus­ band of councilwoman Bon­ nie White, said Mapes had abused his position as presi­ dent. "It's a shame the president wants to do things that are his personal (agenda)," said White. Mapes glanced down at his watch to start timing White's comments (public is allowed to speak for three minutes). "Are you going to time him or listen to him?” Bon- See Nashville council, pg. 2 White to represent Nashville on Barry County Chamber by Shawna Hubbarth Staff Writer Nashville Council Mem­ ber Bonnie White was ap­ proved last Thursday night as the village's representa­ tive to the Barry County Chamber of Commerce. "Is it necessary for a vil­ lage council representative?" asked council member Frank Dunham. "Wouldn't it be better to have a citizen from the community?" Dunham said at last meet­ ing that Rosemary Heaton had expressed interest in the position. "I think someone that at­ tended the council meetings would be helpful and know what's going on," said council member Carroll Wolff. In other business the council: • Approved Ayles Tree Service to trim trees in the village. Some trees must be taken out as well. • Approved to replace or fix an aerator at the sewer pond for up to $5,000. • Heard comments from council member Dan Kel­ logg, who said, "What bothered me two weeks ago was that we had the (public hearing) on the water sys­ tem and only two or three people showed up. My ques­ tion is what has the council done to inform and involve the people of the village about the going-ons?" President Dennis Mapes said that generally when people are happy, they do not show up to meetings, but when they are unhappy they do. • Heard from a resident who complained she lived next to a person who had cardboard all over his yard, and she said the house was filthy. "I think it's up to the vil­ lage to do something about this," she said. "I keep my house clean and I expect the neighbors to do that, too." Mapes thanked her for coming and said he thought everyone on the council was aware of the problem. He said he would talk to the Zoning Administrator and the Heath Department. Council member Steve Wheeler said the individual was learning disabled and they hoped to solve the problem as informally as possible. • Heard from White that she was concerned about the use of department vehicles. "I have heard the police car has been seen by Char­ lotte," she said. She also said she has seen the Department of Public See chamber rep.named, pg. 2 In This Issue • Fuller students busy preparing for Christmas • Alternative education, child care gather for holiday feast • Man tries to fend off deputies with knives • Area mat men shine at Snow Invitational �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, December 1099— Page 2 Nashville Council, from front page nie White accusingly asked Mapes. "I am timing and listen­ ing," said Mapes. " I am tired of the way you guys treat me — it is known around town how I am treated... I am tired of the accusations, they are un­ founded... I am not up for re-election. I don't have to take this any more!" Gary White said he thought Mapes should re­ sign his position as presi­ dent. Wheeler told Gary White to "lay off the personal as­ saults." "The council shouldn't even allow this to be on the agenda... Rails to Trails is not bringing anything onto this village but debt and havoc,” said Gary. Rosemary Heaton, who was on the Citizen's Advi­ sory Committee when the survey was done, spoke from the audience after Gary finished. "I am here in support of the trails, both of them. I am glad they (council mem­ bers) are bringing it up... at the time of the survey there was great interest in both trails... we recommended to pursue the riverbed trail be­ cause of the litigation, but that looks like it is cleared up now. I think it's only fair that we look at where we are today... it could ben­ efit the community, and I think it will be developed,with or without the vil­ lage." Ron Ohler also spoke in support of the trail. He said he thought Russ Furlong pushed for the riverside trail to be completed first, for his own agenda and the commit­ tee "pandered to his wishes." Concerning Wolff's comment at an earlier meet­ ing that money that would go to a trail would better be served by putting it into the water system to make rates cheaper, Ohler said the sav­ ings would be pennies. Wolff said, "Russ is not here to defend himself, I'm sure ifhe was here he would be responding... people will petition for the vote on the water system... I don't know where you get your facts (concerning the money saved), but I think you bet­ ter get your facts straight before you come here to a council meeting and tell me what I should do... I would just as soon go home right now... If other people want to sit up here that's fine. I'll tell you what I won't sit here and have a lengthy dis­ cussion on Rails to Trails." Wolff said that even though he had put the idea of a milage. vote for the trails on the agenda last meeting he had thought a lot about it and he thought the water project should be top priority. We have <fNo Problem saving you money. "Therefore I would like to make a motion to table any consideration of a millage* vote for six months to give us time to look into the wa­ ter project," he said. White agreed. "I'm not saying it's a bad idea, it's just bad timing. I don't want people to feel they have to chose between water (improvements) and recre­ ation." Dunham said recreation has had very little funds put into it. "If you're right about people wanting to vote on the water, we could put this with it," he said. The motion passed, with Dunham dissenting. When the item agenda on further consideration for the trailbed grant application came, Mapes said discussing the' application was not needed because the only rea­ son he put it on the agenda was because of the millage, proposal. "It didn't make sense to. Potluck dinner set for New Year’s Day hen you insure both your car and home with us, through The Nashville Strings will have its annual New Year’s potluck dinner at the Maple Leaf Grange Saturday, Jan. 1, at 12:30 p.m. Those attending are asked to bring a dish to pass and their own table service. Meat and drinks will be furnished. Music will follow, with dancing. No electrified instruments will be allowed. The Maple LeafGrange is located four miles south of Nashville. Auto-Owneis Insurance Company, we’ll save you money! Stop in, or call us today for a “No Problem" insurance check-up. vluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TkiNo PrtMltnfooptt,* ask the people for additional millage to finance grants for the trails if we were with­ drawing an application," he said. White said she wanted to see a copy of the letter Dunham was drafting to withdraw the grant applica­ tion. "I would like to see a copy of the letter, and have it sent by registered or certi­ fied mail, and sent by the end of the year, seems how it has been postponed for two more weeks." She then said to Dunham, "If you need help drafting the letter, I have one already done." Dunham said it would not be a problem to draft the let­ ter and send it by certified mail. "It can be done, (by the end of the year)", he said. Contacted after the meet­ ing, Rails to Trails Presi­ dent Michael Gormley said that the trail would go through, with or without the village's help, except that the trail would be "much nicer" with local government's blessings. "We can't apply for some of the bigger grants. They must be applied for by a governmental entity... I think they had a pretty good chance of getting the grant... the trail will open anyway, but it will not be paved which would make it handicapped assessable and also would allow a smooth surface for people, that .like to follerblade," he said. Chamber rep. named, from front pg. Works truck at Director Scott Decker's house, fre­ quently and others have commented on it. "I wonder if that should be happening," she said. "The vehicles are only sup­ posed to be used for busi­ ness and not personal use...I think the committee should look into it." "Well, I think the mileage Tin the vehicle going to Scott's house is pretty in­ significant and I'd say it's a lot safer at his house than the garage," said Steve Wheeler. "Also, isn't he on call during the middle of the night?" asked council member Dan Kellogg. • Heard from Mapes that he has reviewed the financial Status of the village and . finds it in excellent shape.' * ; 9 We are in excellent nancial shape and I really at­ tribute that to Carroll's (Wolff) caretaking of the money," he said. "I have no problem giving credit where its due, and I think we are in good shape because of his care ofthe money." Call 945-9554 Community Notice HOME OWNERS! Credit problems? We can help! 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State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of, St. Rose Catholic Church. Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service ......... 7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School ‘ChurchService 10 a.m. 11 a.m*. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman. Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East. Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. December 28. 1999 - Page 3 DUSCO special development is back at Fuller School Counselor Kris Green with some of her Fuller students who participate in the DUSCO program. Charlene Harmon throws rings onto DUSCO's nose. by Shawna Habbarth Staff Writer HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-800-535-7203 945-2243 ONLY $3.75 Matinees before 6 pm, Klda, Senlore, & Everyone all day Tuesday $4.50 with Student ID after 6pm $4.00 Late Shows Fri A Sat [DIGITAL STERE~O~ O No passes or Tuesday discounts Unlimited Free Drink Refills A .25c Corn Refills Stadium Seating Gives YOU An Unobstructed View The girlfriend is back in town. DUSCO’s (Develop­ ing understanding of self and others) girlfriend that is. DUSCO is a stuffed dol­ phin used by Fuller coun­ selor Kris Green. Every hol­ iday, DUSCO's girlfriend visits from "Florida" to talk and visit with the first grade classrooms. Green said that the DUSCO program focuses on many objectives includ- ing developing an under­ standing of self and others, understanding and express­ ing feelings, becoming self reliant, getting along with others and learning to re­ solve conflicts. "Each week a student's name is picked out of a can and whoever it is gets to be DUSCO for a day," said Green. Privileges of being DUSCO include leading dis­ cussions of a story Green reads to the students, play­ ing games and getting small prizes. "They lead the program for the day," explained Green. Characters in the stories include Sophie the sea otter, Lefty the octopus, Soupie the turtle, Selena the sword­ fish, and Clarissa the Clam. Through the stories and discussions that focus around the characters of the DUSCO program children begin to form ideas about making positive decisions in their lives. The program was ap­ proved for purchase by the PTO through the Creative Scholarship Fund. "The kids enjoy the pro­ gram so much that they of­ ten hope it will be contin­ ued when they move up a grade level," said Green. 1 CHERYL’S $ ] HAIR SHOP $YV A&Yu CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AVEDA. 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NEAR OLIVET - Easy access to 1-69 expressway interchange. Surveyed, perked & has permit for driveway. Located on blacktop road. Call Homer. VL-49) 2 ACRE BUILDING SITE for walkout basement. Blacktop road NE. of Vermontville. Good access to Lansing. Some newly planted trees (Maple & Walnut). Parcel has been surveyed, perked & has driveway per­ mit. Call Nyle. (VL-64) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 28,1999 - Page 4 Fuller kids had busy week preparing for Christmas Students in Sheryl Berry's 3rd grade class show some of their Christmas cards made from recycled cards. ^New Year’sxit ’ Eve Dance These Fuller students are busy at work making a variety of Christmas crafts. Nashville VFW Music by: Kyle Christopher I? \ by Shawna Hubbarth $111O $ JJLL OOVf per person I includes buffet & party favors * $ Music at 9 p.m. Reservations Requested * $ f> 852-9260 or 852-1529-3 StaffWriter Fuller Elementary stu­ dents were busy last week preparing for Christmas. Sheryl Berry's third grade class spent time making holiday cards for their fam­ ily out ofrecycled materials. Berry said she collects used Christmas cards These two 3rd graders chose from a pile of Christmas cards pictures to cut out. throughout the year and the class cuts the pictures and uses other materials to make personalized cards. The special education stu­ dents were busy making Christmas cookies and cards for their families. The children made two different types of cookies — one cornflake wreaths and the other sugar cookies. Students had an array of frostings and sprinkles to suit their imagination. 'The cookies will be lucky to make it to the bus (before being eaten)" eaten) laughed one teacher. Paula Guajardo's class decorated pictures with the Christmas theme under the direction of substitute teacher Kerry Smith. "She (Guajardo) is out with a back injury and the kids wanted to make her something special that says 'we're thinking of you'" said Smith. 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HASTINGS Dr. Frederick Hauser, D.V.M., age 81, of Hastings, passed away Wednesday, December 22, 1999 at Thomapple Manor. Dr. Hauser was bom on November 29, 1918 in Detroit, the son of Frederick & Anna (Reed) Hauser. He was raised in the Mulberry, Indiana and Middleville areas, and attended the Powers rural school near Middleville and graduated from Middleville High School. Dr. Hauser went on to attend Michigan State University, receiving his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the School of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University. He married Jean Lietzke, and she preceded him in death on September 15, 1998. Dr. Hauser moved to Hastings in 1945 and established the Hauser Veterinary Clinic which he operated for nearly 55 years. His memberships and activities included the American Veterinary Medicine Association, First United Methodist Church, Hastings Country Club, Hastings Elks and Rotary Clubs, the Humane Society, Barry County Fair Board, National Association of Christmas Trees, and Hastings Downtown Development Authority. Dr. Hauser was also preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Marguerite Brown, Dorothy Harrison, and Alice Orck. He is survived by brother, Charles (Ester) Hauser of. Middleville; three daughters, Freddy (Dave) Kietzmann of Hastings, Arne (Tom) Edward D. Woodworth KALAMO TOWNSHIP Mr. Edward D. Woodworth, age 66, of Kalamo Township, passed away Friday, December 24, 1999 at Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte. He was born on June 6, 1933 in Ferry. Mr. Woodworth served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He married Wanita Tobey on April 4, 1951 in Springfield, Tennessee and she preceded him in death on January 19, 1995. Mr. Woodworth was a farmer, a landlord, a meat cutter of ADA Beef Company, a Sexton for Lakeyiew Cemetery in Nashville, worked at Battle Creek Country Club, Michigan Carton in Battle Creek, as well as several other factories, and delivered papers with his wife for J-AD Graphics in Hastings and the Battle Creek Enquirer. He attended the Nashville Assembly of God Church, and enjoyed farming and his family. Mr. Woodworth was also preceded in death by his father; grandsons, Dustin Woodworth, and Giles Kidwell Jr. He is survived by his children, Dennis Woodworth of Whitmore Lake, Hubert Woodworth of Bellevue, Tongua Gonzales of Nashville, Dayle Gleason of Battle Creek, Vickie Holton of Olivet, Tressa Goodenough of Middleville, and Vincent Woodworth of Assyria Town s h ip; 25 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and his mother and dad, Birta and Hubert Dull ofNashville. There will be no visitation. Cremation has taken place. Graveside services will be at Kalamo Hillside Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements were made by the Maple Valley Chapel in Nashville. Charles A. Higdon Charles A. Higdon, age 77, of Livonia, passed away Saturday, December 18, 1999 in Sante Fe, New Mexico. Mr. Higdon was a veteran of World War II and was very proud of his service to his country. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn. Mr. Higdon is survived by his daughter, Lynne Higdon of Sante Fe, New LIVONIA Hall 945-9554 ■ ! for Jiii ACTION-Ads Mexico; sons, Mark Higdon and his wife, Elizabeth of Charlevoiz, and Don Higdon of Canton; and his long time companion, Daisy Chavey of Livonia. Cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to: St. Vincent Hospital Foundation, 455 St. Michael's Drive, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505. Arrangements were made by the Sante Fe Funeral Options in Sante Fe, New Mexico Havens of Niles, and Janis Ferris of Hastings; seven grandchildren, Dana (Timothy) Hall of Gaylord, Cristine Kruko of Hastings, Tyler Havens of Port Huron, Erin Havens of East Lansing, Matthew Havens of East Lansing, Andrew Ferris of Hastings, Benjamin Ferris of Middleville; four great grandchildren, Katie Hall of Gaylord, Tease Hall of Gaylord, Riley McLean of Hastings, and Theron Heniser of Hastings; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 29, 1999 at 1:00 P.M. until funeral time at Wren Funeral Home, and at a reception at the Hastings Moose Lodge immediately following services. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 29, 1999 at 2:00 P.M. at Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Reverend Mark Patchett will officiate. Burial will be at Irving Township Cemetery in Barry County. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry County Animal Shelter Building Fund. Arrangements were made by the Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. HASTINGS Mr. Jesse L. Mead, age 58, of Hastings, passed away Tuesday, December 14, 1999 at Spectrum Health Downtown Campus in Grand Rapids. Mr. Mead was bom on January 6, 1941 in Vermontville, the son of Robert & Roberta (Green) Mead. He was raised in the Vermontville and Hastings areas and attended schools there. Mr. Mead married Rose M. Fox on October 26, 1976 and she survives. He had lived at his present address in Baltimore Township of Barry County for the past 10 years. Mr. Mead was employed as a Carpenter and Mason most of his working life. He was a member of Intercontinental Church of God in Grand Rapids, he enjoyed fishing and hunting. Mr. Mead is also survived by five sons, Nisan David Mead of Nashville, Iyar Matthew Mead of Hastings, Sivan James Mead of Nashville, Lee Ivan Mead of Union City, Robert Wayne Mead of Union City; five daughters, Tammuz Valerie Mead of Hastings, Robin Dinkel of Kentwood, Dezi Rae Mead of Union City, Liza Jo Mead of Union City, Jessica Lynn Mead of Union City; several grandchildren; mother, Roberta Mead of Nashville; sister, Rose (Jack) Dawson of Nashville; brother, Frederick Lowell Mead of Atlanta. Respecting his wishes, private family sendees will be held. Burial will be at the Striker Cemetery in Baltimore Township, Barry' County. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by the Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Harry Russell C VERMONTVILLE - Harry Russell Craun, age 72, of Vermontville, passed away Tuesday, December 21, 1999 at Hayes Green Beach Hospital. Mr. Craun was bom on August 8, 1927 in Eaton Rapids, the son of Harry and Bessie (Gillette) Craun, and had lived in Eaton County his entire life. He attended Nashville Baptist Church, was a long time farmer and retired in 1985 as a respected foreman from Aluminum Extrusions in Charlotte after 36 years. Mr. Craun was preceded in death by an infant son, David in 1951; and his parents. He js survived by, and will be greatly missed by his wife of 51 years, Sylvia (Swift); children, Steven (Phyllis) of Mason, Gary (Pam) of North Manchester, Indiana, and Kathy Vandlen of Bellevue; brother, Virgil (Mary) Craun of Prudenville; sister, Irene Brown of Lansing. He was a loving grandpa to Laura and Brandon Craun, Joshua and Caleb Craun, Kelly and Jessica Vandlen. Funeral services were held on Friday, December 24, 1999 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Reverend Lester DeGroot officiated. Interment was in the Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo. Family has suggested memorials may be made to Nashville Baptist Church or a charity ofyour choice. Arrangements were made by the Pray Funeral Home, Inc. in Charlotte. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 ‘cWouftS l^^^fclFriday, December 31 Closing at 4 pm Saturday, January 1 Closed • Access your account information through Home Banking Center at 1-888-422-4221 or 616-948-2000 • Need Cash? Stop by a BankBox ATM Citr <Bunk .www.hastmgsdtybank.com MEMBER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 28.1999 - Page 6 Newest additions at the Vermontville Twp. Library The Vermontville Women’s Club has donated new beanbag chairs and a centipede “cushion critter” for the children’s section of the library. The children can snuggle down into a seat to read their favorite books. The library will be closed Friday and Saturday, Dec. 24 and 25, for Christmas, and on Dec. 31, and Jan. 1 for New Year’s. Donald and Janette Joseph have made several memory book donations. In memory of Margaret Ainsworth: Lyle Official Antiques Review 2000 by Anthony Curtis. In memory of Jarene Fox: Complete Guide to Prescription and Nonprescription Drugs 2000 Edition by H. Winter Griffith, M.D. In memory of Ida Trumble Zahskesky: Decorating With Stencils by Tony Roche. Albert and Nancy Ainsworth have made a donation in memory of Margaret Ainsworth, Kovel’s Antiques and Collectibles Price List 2000 by Ralph Kovel. New Videos - Enemy of the State, Inspector Gadget, Spartacus, City of Angels, Blue’s Clue’s: Blue’s Big Treasure Hunt, Blue’s Birthday Pokemon: Fighting Tournament, Patch Adams, Shakespeare in Love, The Matrix, Meet Joe Black. The library has received a donation of books showcas­ ing the collection of the Detroit Institute ofArt. Titles include: Dutch and Flemish Drawings and Watercolors, German Drawings and Watercolors, Italian, French, English, and Spanish Drawings and Watercolors, American Paintings in the Detroit Institute of Arts, African Masterworks in the Detroit Institute of Arts, Island Ancestors; Oceanic Art from the Masco Collection, and the Williams Collection of East Asian Ceramics. The library has received another large donation of books on tape. The new titles include The Overseer, by Jonathan Rabb; Caesar, by Colleen McCullough; Rea­ son to Believe, by Mario Cuomo; The Last Heroes, by W.E.B. Griffin; Master and Commander, by Patrick O’Brian; Rock of Ages, by Stephen Jay Gould; The Perfect Storm, by Sebastian Junger; Dark Lady, by Richard North Patterson; The Hungry Ocean, by Linda Greenlaw; The Venture, by Jeff Cox; Serpent, by Clive Cussler; Zero Option, by P.t., Deutermann; Apollyon, by Tim LaHaye; No Safe Place, by Richard North Patterson; The Tower and the Hive, by Anne McCaffrey; The Ghost, by Danielle Steel; The Cat and the Curmudgeon, by Cleveland Amory; Character Above All: Harry S. Truman, by David McCullough; Stargate: Resistance, by Bill McCay; Einstein’s Dreams, by Alan Lightman; The Last Coyote, by Michael Connelly; Don Quixote, by Miguel De Cervantes; The Trench, by Steve Alten; All Through the Night, by Mary Higgins Clark; Apaches, by Lorenzo Carcaterra; The Other Side of the River, by Alex Kotlowitz; 1812, by David Nevin; Children ofthe Vampire: The Diaries of the Family Dracula, by Jeanne Kalogridis; When the Wind Maple Valley School Menus Elementary Schools (Maplewood, Kellogg & Fuller) Lunch Menus Wednesday, Dec. 29 Holiday vacation. Thursday, Dec. 30 Holiday vacation. Friday, Dec. 31 Holiday vacation. Monday, Jan. 3 Hot dog, potato sticks, whole kernel corn, grape push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. the first ofthe school year. Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Lunch Menu Tuesday, Jan. 4 Chicken fries, roll and honey, mashed potatoes, peach cup, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Maplewood Ele­ mentary will be serving breakfast this year starting Wednesday, Dec. 29 Holiday vacation. Thursday, Dec. 30 Holiday vacation. Friday, Dec. 31 Holiday vacation. Monday, Jan. 3 Choose One Double NOTICE VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS A public hearing will be held January 6, 2000 at 7:00 p.m., village office. For dis­ cussion of Tri-County Electric Franchise Ordinance and concerns for Main Street properties in the 100 block of South Main. dogs, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two - garden salad, whole kernel corn, grape push-up, juice, milk. Tuesday, Jan. 4 Choose One Chicken fries, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - gar­ den salad, mashed potatoes, peach cup, juice, milk. 100 yon... .. .For making 1999 a successfulyear. We are looking forward to serving youin 2000. Blows, by James Patterson; Damage, by Josephine Hart; Star Wars X-Wing: Iron Fist, by Aaron Allston; Star Wars X-Wing: Solo Command, by Aaron Allston; Net Force, by Tom Clancy. Adult non-fiction - The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2000, Mayo Clinic on Chronic Pain, by David W. Swanson, M.D., 2000 Guide to U.S. Coins, by William T. Gibbs. Adult fiction - Timeline, by Michael Crichton; Dune: House Atreides, by Brian Herbert; Long Arm and the Four Comers Gang, by Tabor Evans; The Catcher in the Rye, by J.D. Sallinger; The Postcard, by Beverly Lewis; Guns of the Mountain Man, by William W. Johnstone; Bloodsport, by Matt Braun; The Gunsmith: Showdown by Daylight, by.J. R. Roberts. Junior Non-Fiction Advanced Yo-Yo Tricks, by Bruce Weber. Junior Fiction - Angel of Mercy, by Lurlene Mc­ Daniel; The Journal of Ben Uchida: Citizen 13559 Mir­ ror Lake International Camp, by Barry Denenberg; Star Wars: Bobba Fett: Enemy of the Empire, by John Wagner; The Floating House, by Scott Russell Sanders; Animorphs: The Mutation, by K.A. Applegate; Pee Wee Scouts: Molly for Mayor, by Judy Delton; Full House: Sisters, How to Hide a Horse, by Elizabeth Winfrey; Eye of the Great Bear, by Bill Wallace; California Diaries, Maggie Diary Three, by Ann M. Martin; Baby-Sitters Little Sisters: Karen’s Rein­ deer, by Ann M. Martin; Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice: The Defenders of the .Dead, Animal Ark Pets: Guinea Pig Gang, by Ben M. Baglio; Love Stories: The Dance, by Graig Hillman; Thorough­ bred: Down to the Wire, by Joanna Campbell. New Eaton County housing services director hired The Board ofDirectors for Eaton County Housing Services has announced that Denise M. Dunn is the new executive director. Dunn brings extensive practical experience to "hous­ ing services with at-risk pop­ ulations, including financial resource management. She is a certified family life educa­ tor. She anticipates comple­ tion of a master of arts degree from Western Michigan University this spring. Durin grew up in northern Wisconsin and has lived with her family in rural Charlotte since 1986. She was employed with Charlotte Public Schools as a special education paraprofessional while pursuing a bachelor of arts degree from Spring Arbor College. Following completion, she became the program director for Central United Methodist Church, Lansing. Jodie Sparks, former exec­ utive director, resigned to accept a position with the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA). Members of the board of directors are Bobbie Lemon, president; Sheri DeBois, vice president; David Burcham, secretary; James Dexter, treasurer; and trustees Kathleen Gibson, Janice Land, Lisa Masters, Leon Monroe, Rev. Mark Thompson and Jean Weirich. The agency is located at 104 W. Seminary, Charlotte. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Synopsis of Meeting Castleton Twp. Board December 1,1999 Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent. Four people were in atten­ dance. Approved minutes from the November 3, 1999 meeting. Approved the treasurer's report. Approved paying the bills in the amount of 6191.89. Committee reports were given. Discussed a computer sys­ tem. Voted not to participate in the Gypsy Moth Program for 2000. J. Wagner was present and talked about setting up a hunting preserve. Commissioner J. Mackenzie talked about county business. There was no correspon­ dence. There was no public com­ ment. Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: Supervisor J. Cooley (101) Call 945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News ACTION-Ads! Thanit You We appreciate the trust that you have placed in us and in John Deere’s Long Green Line in 1999. We hope to seeyou in 2000. 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I want you to think about some of the choices you can make over the holidays... if you must drink, please please please designate a sober driver." Child care children en­ joyed the dinner also. They had fun passing around a Rudolph nose and antler headband. After the dinner, the young children enjoyed playing basketball while Mix talked with the students about the holidays. "I think the best part ou... We wish you a very happy holiday season with the best of everything in the Principal Tate Mix serves up food for the students. new year. Left to Right: Koleen Noteboom & Mitzi; Dr. Peg Newman & Wally; Drew Sifton, Linnea Downing Lakewood Veterinary Service 7857 Velte Road (M-50), Lake Odessa 616-374-7689 M-50 north ofLakewood High School Children in the child care program enjoy the special lunch. 'Tfianfs.. ...foryourpatronage this pastyear. We hope to continue to serve you in 2000. Pam Dawson, Lynn Denton One ofthe Joys of the holiday season is remembering those who are important to us. We truly appreciate the confidence you have placed in us, as it is the loyalty ofcustomers like yourself that enables us to succeed. We promise to continue doing our best for you in every way possible. Kb. farm bureau insurance 4695 Middleville Rd., M-37, Middleville, MI 49333 Left to right; Ted Kolp, Scott Bebeau, Felicity & Tim Laurie Woodland Auto Body 499 E. Broadway (M-43) FARM BUREAU MUTUAL • FARM BUREAU LIFE ■ FARM BUREAU GENERAL Phone 1-800-443-5253 616-367-4642 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 28,1999 - Page 8 Central sewer authority votes for regional system by Shelly Sulser Staff Writer Four township supervi­ sors have agreed to explore the possibility of construct­ ing a $7 million regional wastewater system last Thursay when they met as the Central Barry County Sewer and Water Authority. The proposed regional system would service three specific areas covering parts of Hastings, Rutland, Castleton and Carlton Townships, though con­ struction is likely years away. "We know we're not go­ ing to get this immediately, but maybe we could be con­ sidered for financing," said board chairman Bob Ed­ wards. The board plans to have Capital Consultant Engi­ neers compile projected costs and to hire a consul­ tant to help formulate fi­ nancing options. The proposed regional system would involve in­ stalling sewage pipes in three service areas in the south, west and north sec­ tions of the county, mainly around Thomapple, Leach, Middle, Lower and Algo­ nquin lakes and some areas in between. "You would need all three service areas for it to be fi­ nancially feasible," Engineer Gary Arnold told the board. Three pump stations would be placed in each of the three areas, according to the proposal, and one or two SBR. (Sequence Batch Reac­ tor) treatment plants would be constructed, said Hast­ ings Township Supervisor Dick Thomas. "An SBR plant handles the total (treatment) job and does it better (than other systems) and that I think is best for us," he said. A modular SBR plant treats 100,000-plus gallons Man tries to fend off deputies with knives J-Ad Graphics News Service A 19-year-old Nashville man told deputies he grabbed two butcher knives to "scare the police" after his girlfriend called 911 dur­ ing an altercation at their Fuller Street home Dec. 18, according to the Barry County Sheriffs Depart­ ment. "It started with an argu­ ment with his live-in girl­ friend," said Undersheriff Don Ford. "They started ar­ guing at around 4:30 p.m. and picked it up again about 11 p.m." Ford said the man began damaging the apartment and smashed window out of a back room. 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The board speculated it Thomas explained that if cent support while Carlton Township Supervisor David could require each customer an SBR plant is approved, Kaiser said support on to pay up to $7,500 up discharge would be into the Leach Lake was at about 10 front to connect plus a cer­ Thomapple River. to 15 percent, according to tain amount per year on He added that a special as­ their tax bills to reach the the last survey. sessment district would be He projected a 10 to 20 full $14,000 in order for the the only practical means of percent growth rate over the board to pay off the bonds. collecting hook-up fees and A public hearing on the next 20 years. that if the SBR plant is ap­ "If you have a treatment matter will be scheduled af­ proved, the most feasible plant, you could exceed that ter the board finalizes the site is near the Thornapple costs, said growth and what could hold expected Manor on McKeown Road the growth back is the lack Thomas. offM-79. 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Additional donations in memory of Ralph Richardson have been received from: Wayne and Penny Cogswell, Jim and Linda Larson, Michael and Lois Kowalczyk, Neal and Barbara Miller, Homer and Joan Winegar, and John and Dorothy Dowsett. Memorials for Tony Dunkelberger were from: Wm. and Mary Hecker, Tom and Bev Olson and family, Carroll and Marge Wolff, Elbert and Dorothy Carpen­ ter, and Homer and Joan Winegar. Homer and Joan Winegar also donated in memory of Douglas Janousek as did Ruth Janousek. Additional donations in memory ofLloyd Eaton were from David and Linda Stafford, and Frances and Roberta Kane. David Schuring donated in memory of John H. Schuring; Roger W. Sackett in memory of Hale B. Sackett; Tom and Liz Brott in memory of Jarene Fox; Don Martin in memory of Connie Parker; Lyle and Mary Hokanson in memory of Margaret Coppess Elliott; and also Johnny and Myrtie Coppess. Burr Hartenburg Memor­ ial was received from Vermontville United Metho­ dist Men’s Breakfast. Donations were also received from: Daryl and Kay Hartzler, Clare J. Tabor, Robert E. Woodard, Shirley A. Cook, Sallea Tisch, Vermontville Womens Club, Larry Knuth, and Alan Childers. The Maple valley Jr. High Student Council and the Maple Valley Sr. High Student Council shared the cost ofprinting for the place­ mats used recently in local restaurants and meetings. Memorials for the follow­ ing were from Homer and Joan Winegar, who also donated money to expense fund: Robert and Helen Todd, Laurie Hale, Elaine Harmon, La Vance Aldrich, Jarene Fox, Barbara Norris, Bill Brooke, and Ida Trumble Zakshesky. Recent additions to the 1999 Funder listings are: Don Martin, Sallea Tisch, Larry Knuth, Tom and Liz Brott, Neal and Barb Miller, Men’s Breakfast Vermontville U.M. Church, Homer and Joan Winegar, Roger W. Sackett, David Schuring, Clare J. Tabor, Vermontville Women’s club, M.V Jr. High student Council, M.V. Sr. High Student Council, Elizabeth Binda, Wayne Fuller Trust. 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Lynde Baltrusaitis pinned Central Montcalm's Robert Oestrike in 25 seconds,- won an 11-6 decision, over Carson City Crystal's Ken Crawdell's and lost a tough 3-0 decision to Comstock Park's Ryan McCarthy. Josh Baltrusaitis, Lynde's older brother, won over Comstock Park's Karl Steinmeyer, prevailed over Grand Rapids Catholic Central's Ed Scott when Scott-withdrew and lost to Central Montcalm's Justin Ritter in the championship round on a 14-2 decision. Whipple beat Lakewood's Andy Wiltshire with a pin that took 37. seconds and lost to Comstock Park's Ben Fidler that took 3:42. The winner of the Jesse Snow award this year was Carson City Crystal's Jason Cooper. Cooper was also th*> winner of the 189-pound weight class. The Jesse Snow Memorial Invitational is held each year to honor a former Maple Valley High School wrestler who died in a car accident July 28, 1993. 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Other results of wrestlers from Maple Valley, Lakewood and Caledonia high schools are listed below: 2 7 5: Ben Hake (Lakewood) pinned Paul Felder (Maple Valley) in .1:12, was pinned by Dan Heintz (Grand Rapids Catholic Central) in 1:46, pinned Mike Clason (Fennville) in 34 seconds, and won a 15-1 decision over Kevin Kinney (Caledonia) for third place; Kinney pinned Matt Dawson (Concord) in 1:52, was pinned by Will Holcombe (Comstock) in 2:36, won a 13-5 decision over Duane Mocherman (Comstock), lost to 15-1 decision to Ben Hake for fourth place; Felder (was pinned by Hake in 1:12, was pinned by Mocherman in 3:22. 103: Ben Wickham (Lakewood)-was pinned by Ryan McCarthy (Comstock) in 49 seconds, pinned Kathy Meynard (Fennville) in 2:07, was pinned by Ken Crawdell (Carson City Crystal) in 36 seconds; Nathon Carney (Maple Valley) was pinned by Crawdell in 4:42, pinned Robert Oestvike (Comstock) in 2:59, was pinned by Kyle Hollern (Grand Rapids Catholic Central) in 4:55. 112: Brandon Brooke (Maple Valley) lost a 17-0 decision to Seeber (Lakewood), pinned Dan Nash (Grand Rapids Catholic Central) in 2:58, pinned Chris Hanna (Caledonia) in 2:10, lost'a 6-1 decision to Shawn Thomus (Carson City Crystal) for fourth place, Chris Hanna (Caledonia) pinned Kirk Williams (Hopkins) in 1:22, was pinned by Pat McCarthy (Comstock) in 4:56, was pinned by Brooke in 2:10. 119: Ben Best (Lakewood) was pinned by Marty Best (Comstock) in 5:56, pinned Cory Kilmartin (Caledonia) in 2:23, was pinned by Marty Best in 25 seconds for fourth place; Cory Kilmartin (Caledonia) won a 12-1 decision over Zack Bartz (Grand Rapids Catholic Central), was pinned by Rich Thomas (Carson City Crystal) was pinned by Ben Best (Lakewood) in 2:23. 12 5: Wiltshire (Lakewood) pinned Cole Hansbarger (Maple Valley) in 1:26, pinned Brian Meredith (Concord) in 25 seconds, pinned Geoff Zarzecki (Grand Rapids Catholic Central)’ in 2:40 for third place. Hansbarger was pinned by Zarzecki in 31 seconds. 130: Seth Temple (Caledonia) won a 6-2 decision over Travis Tobey (Concord), lost a 14-4 decision to Matt Ryan (Carson City Crystal), pinned Josh Reminga (Comstock) in 2:39, was pinned by Dave- Leblanc (Gull Lake) in 45 seconds for fourth place; Tommy Pett (Lakewood) lost a 10-4 decision to Dave Leblanc (Gull Lake), pinned Dan Hollern (Grand Rapids Catholic Central) in 1:49, was pinned by Reminga in 3: 52. 135: Tyler Gamelin (Caledonia) pinned Jason Vanderbrink (Fennville) in 4: 58, was pinned by Jeff Essenmacher (Concord) in 2:26, was pinned by David Moore (Lakewood) in 3:41; Randy Silsbee (Maple Valley) pinned Aldhonso Haynes (Grand Rapids Catholic Central) in 2:32,, was pinned by Chris Ryan (Carson City Crystal) in 5: 06, pinned David Moore (Lakewood) in 3:52, lost to Tom Jasiak (Gull Lake) on a 6-1 decision for fourth place; David Moore pinned Kevin Fitzgerald (Comstock) in 4:46, lost to Jasiak on a 15-0 decision, pinned Gamelin in 3:41, was pinned by Silsbee in -3:52. ’ 140: Tim Smith (Maple Valley) was pinned by Ryan Ringle (Hopkins) in 3:35, was pinned by Dan Alexander (Comstock) in 57 Eckert seconds; A.J. (Lakewood) lost to Kyle Cashen (Carson City Crystal) on a 10-0 decision, pinned Travis Hutchins (Fennville) in 1:52, lost to Alexander on a 10-2 decision. 145: Trent Brummette (Lakewood) was pinned by Ed Scott (Grand Rapids Catholic Central) in 57 seconds, won a 9-3 decision over Karl Steinmeyer (Comstock), was pinned by Scott Ehlert (Carson City Crystal) in 2:08. 15 2: Ryan Terry (Lakewood) pinned Rafesi Cabrera in 2:57, was pinned by Rhoades in 5:58, lost to Kurt Mead (Carson City Crystal) on a 13-6 decision. 160: Ryan Harmer (Lakewood) pinned Jake Perez in 41 seconds, lost to Josh Shimkas (Concord) on an 18-9 decision, pinned Jon Bailey (Comstock) in 53 seconds, pinned Rich Scoville (Gull Lake) in 1:16 for third place; Eric Carpenter (Caledonia) lost to Tom Baramoski (Comstock) on pin in 2:37, lost to Bailey on a 1-0 decision. 171: Caleb Zandstra (Caledonia) pinned Rusty Stevenson (Comstock) in 1:46, was pinned by Eric Smith (Comstock) in 3:48, pinned Casey Merren (Hopkins) inn 3:23, won a 6-4 decision over Austin Harris (Gull Lake), was pinned by Josh Lewis (Concord) in 50 seconds; Chad Spears (Maple Valley) lost to to Josh Josh Lewis lost (Concord) on a pin in 1:41, pinned Stevenson in 4:08, pinned Anthony Sheffrey (Grand Rapids Catholic Central) in 1:42; lost to Smith on 6-1 decision. 189: Josh Grasman (Maple' Valley) was pinned by Tedd Parm (Hopkins) in 1:13, was pinned by Mark Lavengood (Comstock) in 3:48; Matt Pifer (Caledonia) pinned Joe Fryer (Fennville) in 5:01, was pinned by Jason Cooper (Carson City Crystal) in 55 seconds, lost to Mike Weaver (Grand Rapids Catholic Central) bn a 12-11 decision. 2 15: Pat Huver (Caledonia) was pinned by A.J. 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Rhoades, a 152-pound weight class mat man from Maple Valley High School, scored first place honors by beating Caledonia's Ryan Haywood with a 7-1 decision in the championship round. To get to the finals, Rhoades pinned Comstock Park's Ryan Smith in 1:13 and pinned Lakewood's Ryan Terry in 5:38. Haywood's Fighting Scot teammate, Todd Maines, was a weight class champion at 140. Maines managed a 14-second pin over Hopkins' Ryan Ringle, a 3:38 pin versus Comstock Park's Chris Bice and a 4:45 pin over Carson City Crystal's Kyle Cashen. Carson City Crystal won the team championship with 186 points. Comstock Park was second with 161, Caledonia third with 148, Lakewood fourth with 130 1/2, Gull Lake fifth with 87 1/2, Concord sixth with 86, Grand Rapids Catholic Central seventh with 78 Maple Valley's Jeff Rhoades met up with Caledonia Ryan Haywood in the championship at 152 and won on-a 7-1 decision. 1/2, Central Montcalm eighth with 77, Maple Valley ninth with 56, Fennville 10th with 33 1/2 and Hopkins was 11th with 26 points. Lakewood earned three second places, including one from a former Hastings grappler, Greg Seeber. Lions' Randy Silsbee took on Gull Lakes' Tom Jasiak in his final match of the day and wound up fourth at 135. HAPPY NEW YEAR! sssss&s Valley's Brandon Brooke, beat Carson City Crystal's Shawn Thomas on a 4-2 decision and had to sit out of the championship with Comstock Park's Pat McCarthy because of a minor injury. The other two Viking runners-up were Willie Fyan at 215 and Andy Eastridge at 171. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Maple Valley News Subject The topic of the resource Newspaper.MapleValleyNews Description An account of the resource The Hastings Public Library wishes to thank Smith Imaging of Rockford, MI for their work digitizing the Maple Valley News. <br /><br />The Library also wishes to thank the Nashville Michigan Historical Society for their generous support in underwriting all digitizing expenses to have the Nashville News scanned into PDFs. The Maple Valley News from 1967-1969 was included in that project.<br /><br /><strong>See <a href="https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/676/How_To_Use_Online_Newspapers_8x11.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">How to Use Online Newspapers</a> for more information about using and searching online newspapers.</strong> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Maple Valley News Published 1999 Type The nature or genre of the resource PDF Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newspaper Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource varies within year published Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NoC-NC/1.0/ Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. Hastings Public Library Date Accepted Date of acceptance of the resource. Examples of resources to which a Date Accepted may be relevant are a thesis (accepted by a university department) or an article (accepted by a journal). unknown Description An account of the resource Maple Valley News Published 1999. Specific issues may be incomplete or missing.