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Interesting facts about Memorial Day Each year on the last Monday of May, Americans celebrate Memorial Day. Memorial Day is a federal holiday that honors and mourns American military personnel who died while performing their duties in service to the United States Armed Forces.

Memorial Day has a rich history and one that’s worth revisiting as the nation prepares to honor the sacrifices made by its military personnel over the centuries.

• Freed slaves played a role in the establishment of Memorial Day. The American Civil War is the deadliest military conflict in American history, as the Union and the Confederacy each suffered more than 800,000 casualties by the time the war ended in 1865. According to History.com, as the war drew to a close, hundreds of Union soldiers who were being held as prisoners of war died and were buried in a mass grave in a Confederate prison camp

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in South Carolina. After the Confederate surrender, more than 1,000 now-freed slaves honored those recently deceased Union soldiers during a ceremony in which they sang hymns and distributed flowers. The ceremony was dedicated to the fallen soldiers and served as a precursor to what is now celebrated as Memorial Day. • Confederate soldiers were honored, too. Confederate losses during the Civil War outnumbered Union losses, and those losses were not forgotten by southerners who survived the war. History. com notes that, in 1866, the Georgia-based Ladies Memorial Association, one of many similar organizations to arise in the aftermath of the war, pushed for a day to honor fallen Confederate soldiers. In fact, these efforts are believed to have influenced General John A. Logan. In 1868, General Logan, a Civil War veteran who was then serving as commander-in-chief of a group of Union veterans, ordered the decoration of Union graves with flowers on May 30. The day would ultimately be known as “Memorial Day.” • It took a long time for Memorial Day to become a federal holiday. Despite tracing its origins to the immediate aftermath of the Civil War, Memorial Day did not become an official federal holiday until 1971, more than a century after the war ended. This is the same year the holiday was officially designated as taking place on

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• Debate exists about which town has the longest history of celebrating Memorial Day. A handful of towns claim to be the first celebrants of Memorial Day. That debate figures to continue in perpetuity, but History.com notes that Waterloo, New York, was officially recognized by U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson as the birthplace of Memorial Day in 1966.

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Rep. Calley backs budget plan to support local law enforcement, mental health, seniors State Rep. Julie Calley of Portland joined the Michigan House this week in approving a spending plan to provide support for local law enforcement, mental health services and other vital programs Michiganders rely on every day.

“The last year has been incredibly tough on everyone in Michigan, but we’re finally starting to turn a corner,” Calley said. “As we transition from the pandemic, we must lay a good foundation that helps Michiganders who are still struggling and sets our communities up for brighter days ahead.”

Highlights of the plan include: Mental health services – $215 million to address the shortage of psychiatric services across the state, $10 million to support police, corrections officers, firefighters, and other first responders battling post-traumatic stress disorders or other mental health challenges.

Rural broadband – $150 million for broadband expansion grants to cover costs associated with expanding broadband internet service to unserved areas of Michigan.

Local infrastructure – $300 million to help repair and replace local roads and bridges, $250

million in grants for local water and sewer replacement projects.

Support for local law enforcement – $2.7 million for rural or “secondary” road patrols, $30 million for tuition assistance and stipends for recruits attending police academies, $5 million to reimburse county jails for housing offenders who otherwise would have been transferred to state prisons.

Relief for families – $3.5 million for congregate and home-delivered meal programs, $6.55 million to establish 14 integrated behavioral and physical health clinics through a federal CMS demonstration program.

Additionally, Calley successfully fought to include $500,000 to facilitate safety protocols for autistic and disabled individuals at risk of wandering and getting lost. This could include equipping at-risk individuals with GPS tracking devices, providing state matching funds for law enforcement agencies to acquire high-end search and rescue drones, marketing and outreach, creating safety plans, and registering vulnerable and impaired individuals.

House Bill 4420 now advances to the Senate for further consideration.

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– OBITUARIES –

† GASKILL Marilyn A. Gaskill, 74, of Lake Odessa passed away peacefully at her home on May 23, 2021. Marilyn was born to Herman and Aletha ( Warren ) Fisher. July 19, 1961 she married Stanley W. Gaskill who preceded her in death on August 17, 2018.

She retired from Twin City Foods in Lake Odessa after many years.

Marilyn enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Cooking for the family gatherings, canning. She was famously known for her peanut butter and chocolate fudge that cannot be replaced.

Marilyn will be missed by her children; Laurie Stuart of Lake Odessa, Bill (Rachel) Gaskill of Ionia, Lyinda (Matt) Fox of Ionia, 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren with another on the way, brother Robert (Nancy) Fisher of Gowen beloved uncles Richard and William Warren along with their families. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

The family would like to give special thanks to Marilyn’s nurse Michelle, aids Amy and Elenor, along with the rest of the staff at Elara Caring Hospice, who gave comfort to her in her final days.

Preceded in death by; husband Stanley, parents and brother Fred Fisher.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 28, 2021 at 12noon at Koops Funeral Chapel with funeral services beginning at 1pm and burial to follow at Woodland Memorial Park in Woodland Township where she will be laid to rest next to Stanley. Memorials are suggested to Elara Caring Hospice. † HOPPES Robert “Bob” D. Hoppes, age 80, of Portland, passed away on Tuesday, May 25, 2021. He was born on June 25, 1940, the son of Mathias and Helen (Barker) Hoppes. Bob was a member of St. Patrick Church and the K of C Council #2168. He was the co-founder (1983) and owner of Blundy-Hoppes Tire and Auto Clinic in Ionia and retired after many years there. Bob was a lifelong farmer - a passion he shared with his sons. He enjoyed hunting and fishing but his love in life was his family, especially his grandchildren. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers-in-law, Ken Dorin and Charles Diamond. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Carmen; children, Gary (Barb) Hoppes, Jeff Hoppes, Jenny (Terry) Frewen, Brad (Kim) Hoppes and Brent (Mandie) Hoppes; grandchildren, Levi (Erin) Beard, Bobbi (Andrew) Schaar and Mathias (friend, Ali) Hoppes; Michael Hoppes, Brady (friend, Peyton) Frewen and Carson Frewen, Aidan and Ethan Hoppes; Peyton, Chase and Cooper Hoppes; great-grandchildren, Gracen and Lucas Schaar and Wyatt, Zoe, and Violet Beard; sisters, Barbara Diamond, Elaine Dorin, and Joan (Gerald) Blundy; special family friend, Marilyn Hackenbruch; and several nieces, nephews, and friends.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Mike Alber at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, June 3, 2020 at St. Patrick Catholic Church. The family will receive friends from 4-8 p.m., Wednesday, June 2, 2021 at the Lehman Funeral Home, 210 E. Bridge Street, Portland. Arrangements are entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.

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† YENCHAR John F. Yenchar IV

Age 78, of Fenwick, passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at Spectrum Health Hospital in Greenville.

John was born December 8, 1942 in Ionia, the son of John and Ann (Losonsky) Yenchar III. He graduated from Ionia High School.

John was drafted into the US Army and was honorably discharged.

He started his work career as a barber in Key West and then moved back to Michigan and was a mail carrier for the Ionia Post Office before retiring. John was a member of the Carson City American Legion and the Alma Elks Lodge. He was proud to have harvested the wood for his home and was a talented stone mason. John enjoyed hunting, making maple syrup and wine, drinking cheap beer

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He is survived by his children John (Jodi) Yenchar V, Christopher Yenchar, Dan (Jamie) Yenchar, the love of his life Sue Gachter, grandchildren Cameron, John VI, Emma, Jared, Rainie, Lucas, sister Liz (Pete) Hausserman, brother Steve (Jane) Yenchar, friends Todd, Rick, Ray, Red, Doug and many other close friends and extended family.

John was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services, with Military Honors following was held Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 3 pm at the Lux and Schnepp Funeral Home, Carson City. Visitation was held from 12 pm until time of service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Carson City American Legion. To view John’s obituary or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com. † HOPPES Mary Lynn Hoppes, age 69, of Portland, passed away Saturday, May 22, 2021.

TOOLS, ABRASIVES, supplies and hardware. Make us your first stop instead of your last stop. We probably have it. Just think of all the time † AUSTIN † LAKIN and gas money you will have Ilene Yvonne Austin, age 67, of James R. Lakin, Sr., age 87, of saved. Easy in, easy out! C&W Portland, passed away Friday, Portland, passed away Sunday, Tool Sales, 4548 South State, May 21, 2021.

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(M-66) Ionia. 616-527-2724. † CUPPS Karen Ann Cupps, age 59, of Lyons, passed away Tuesday, May 18, 2021.

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† HARMON † SCHAFER Alice L. Harmon, age 61, of Michael Owen Schafer, age Ionia, passed away Monday, May 78, of Pewamo, passed away 24, 2021.

Wednesday, May 19, 2021.

It is with a very heavy heart that we announce we lost a prominent businessman in our community on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, Robert Hoppes, co-founder of Blundy-Hoppes Tire and Auto Clinic, Inc. Bob was one of the hardest workers you could ever find. He was always willing to help anyone in any way that he possibly could. Per Jerry Blundy, Bob was a long-time partner, friend, and brother-in-law who wouldn't beat anyone out of a penny.

Above all, he was a very loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Bob will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Our prayers are with Carmen Hoppes, Gary and Barb Hoppes, and all the family.

Rest in peace, Bob.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Of Increasing Property Taxes The Township Board of the Lyons Township will hold a public hearing on a proposed increase of 0.0316 mills in the operating tax millage rate to be leveled on property in 2021.

The hearing will be held on Monday, June 7 at 5:30pm at Lyons Township Hall, 104 Prairie St. Lyons.

The date and location of the meeting to take action on the proposed additional millage will be announced at this public meeting.

If adopted, the proposed additional millage will increase operating revenues from ad valorem property taxes 1.39% over such revenues generated by levies permitted without holding a hearing. If the proposed additional millage rate is not approved, the operating revenue will increase by 1.13% over the preceding year’s operating revenue.

The taxing unit publishing this notice, and identified below, has complete authority to establish the number of mills to be levied from within its authorized millage rate.

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OTISCO TOWNSHIP IONIA COUNTY, MICHIGAN ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Monday, June 14 , 2021 at 7:00PM

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Otisco Township Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Monday, June 14, 2021 at 7:00PM at the Otisco Township Hall, 9663 W. Button Road, Belding, Michigan 48809 to receive and consider public comment concerning the following: THE OWNERS OF THE SMYRNA TAVERN, JENNIFER AND MARCUS BOSCH REQUESTS TO BE GRANTED A VARIANCE TO ALLOW BUILDING A STUCTURE ON THE PROPERTY LINE OR WITHIN THE 10 FOOT SETBACK. THE PARCEL 130-080000-060-00 AND IS ZONED AS COMMERCIAL. THE VARIANCE WOULD GRANT RELIEF FROM THE CURRENT ZONING RULES IN THE COMMERCIAL ZONE UNDER SECTION 1.420 IN CONNECTION WITH DEFINITION 1.200 “SETBACK. A copy of the proposed Variance is currently on file and may be examined and/or purchased at the Otisco Township Hall up to the time of the public hearing from the Zoning Administrator, or by appointment with a telephone call to the Otisco Township Hall @ (616) 794-3506.

All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amendment. Written comments will be accepted in person, by mail to the Otisco Township Hall, facsimile @ (616) 794-7083 or by email to: clerk@otiscotwp.org up to 2:OO PM the date of the public hearing.

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for participation should contact the Otisco Township Hall at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the public hearing stating their request for assistance.

Proceedings conducted at this public hearing are subject to the provisions of the Michigan Open Meetings Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Respectfully submitted by, Lynda Sower - Clerk Otisco Township

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Peerless-Midwest, Inc., 505 Apple Tree Dr. Ionia, MI, is seeking new field employees. Starting probationary wage $18.55, apprentice wage $23.08. Peerless-Midwest, Inc is a water supply contracting company engaged in serving the municipal water utility market throughout the State. No prior experience required, we will train you. Peerless-Midwest is an ESOP Corporation, where every employee has an ownership stake. Contact Bob Masters @ 616-690-8139 to APPLY.

Place Your Classified: www.IONIACOUNTYSHOPPERSGUIDE.com OR CALL 616 642-9411 - SATURDAY, MAY 29, 2021 Very Special Thanks to all who contributed to the “Big Tent Sale for Missions” With 100% of all sales proceeds going to missions.

To all who donated Items, to the (3) Small Group Bible Study teams who put in long hours to make it a success. And thanks to all who came and purchased items. A very special thanks to Linda Chambers who went over and above. The Sale went far beyond our exceptions, thanks to all of you. God’s Blessing Donation for (3) hand made quilts total ($45.00) included in 2 day sales# Friday sales total $1920 Saturday sales total $762 (2) Day total $2682 50/50 split - Checks already mailed. To - “ Thru the Bible” World Mission Outreach $1341 “St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital $1341 Congrats to the quilt winners #1 Amy Klahn #2 Eve Pulcifer #3 Diane Smith Acts 2:42 - 47 ESV v42 And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. v43 And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. v44 And all who believed were together and had all things in common. v45 And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. v46 And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, v47 praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved. AMEN! 24 - HOUR TOWING SERVICE Call 616-527-2660 or 1-800-382-9386. R.E Ruehs Garage Inc., 1326 N. State Road, Ionia, MI. 48846.

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TICKETS!!!! We carry double roll tickets raffle tickets for $9 + tax per roll at The Shoppers Guide. Also available: Custom printed tickets! Call for a quote. 616-642-9411. 13 N. Bridge Street. Downtown Saranac.

STEEL ROOFS - We put steel roofs on high barns. Free estimates.

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AUTO & TRUCK REPAIR - Hydraulic hose & fittings, R.E. Ruehs Garage Inc., 1326 N. State Rd., Ionia, MI 48846.

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE June 4 and 5, 9am to 4pm.

1642 Bates Rd. Ionia. (Also, 1 other sale on Bates Rd.) Baby furniture, baby items, toys, boys clothes newborn to size 6, Also boys size 13-20, household items, furniture and lots of miscellaneous.

WANTED - Standing timber.

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YARD SALE - Friday, June 11 and Saturday, June 12, 9am to 5pm. Three households, lots of miscellaneous stuff.

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NOTICE - Due to the Cornavirus, Boston Township will not be hosting a parade or Memorial Day program in 2021.

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Memorial Day is celebrated each May to commemorate the people who died in service of the United States of America.

Even though barbecues and visions of the upcoming summer weather may command much of the attention come Memorial Day weekend, the holiday really serves as a remembrance for those military members who paid the ultimate sacrifice for their country, as well as the personnel who continue to protect and serve today.

MEMORIAL DAY ORIGINS

Memorial Day was first known as Decoration Day and was borne out of the Civil War. on May 30, 1868, General John Logan, a national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, decreed General Order No. 11, which designated the day for the “purpose of strewing with flowers, or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion, and whose bodies now lie in almost every city, village and hamlet churchyard in the land.” May 30th was chosen because it wasn’t the anniversary of any particular battle.

It took several years for the first state to recognize the holiday, which New York adopted in 1873. By 1890, all northern states recognized Decoration Day. When the holiday changed from commemorating those who died fighting the Civil War to honoring Americans who died fighting in any war after World War I, the South began to recognize it as well.

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The United States Armed

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Thank You Troop 71 The Saranac American Legion Post and Boston Township Board, would like to say thank you to Saranac Boy Scout Troop 71, Scout Leader Steve Hale and the scout’s family members.

Your annual commitment of placing flags at the veteran’s graves, in the Boston/Saranac Cemetery is greatly appreciated!

Ionia Memorial Day Parade MONDAY, MAY 31 • 10AM Beginning with the Wreath laying at the Ionia Armory and concluding at the Courthouse.

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• Help Veterans of Foreign Wars distribute red poppies as a visual reminder of the military’s efforts.

• Volunteer at a veterans’ hospital or visit a wounded veteran at home.

• Offer financial, legal or career expertise through the Corporation for National & Community Service (serve. gov).

• Help to maintain the veteran area of a nearby cemetery. Place flags on all of the graves.

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• Befriend military families who frequently relocate, making a concerted effort to welcome them into your community.

It is a time to salute the brave men and women that have served our country!

• Educate children about past wars and the services the military provides.

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• Visit a military museum or historic site.

• Observe the National Moment of Remembrance at 3 pm local time for one minute.

• Post a message to the troops at the USO website (uso.org).

On behalf of the Boston Township Board and the residents of Boston Township, we would like to take this opportunity to salute all veterans.

It seems like a small sacrifice for us to make, as we take one day per year to honor your service to our country.

Countless men and women have left their families and loved ones to serve their country. Many of them made the ultimate sacrifice and never returned to those they left behind.

Words could never express the respect and gratitude we share for your commitment and dedication. All Americans need to fully realize the true meaning of the word “Freedom”, for it was your sacrifice that has preserved the freedom we all know.

“Veterans are a symbol of what makes our nation great, and we must never forget all they have done to ensure our freedom.” –Rodney Frelinghuysen Due to the coronavirus, Boston Township will not be hosting a parade or Memorial Day Program in 2021.

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Sparrow nurses honored during Nurses Week celebrations held throughout the health system Sparrow Hospital and Sparrow’s Community Hospitals honored thousands of nurses during this year’s Nurses Week in recognition of the extraordinary care they provided during the past unrelenting year of the COVID-19 virus.

Nurses Week concluded this week with ceremonies and recognition at several Sparrow sites of care.

For the first time, every nurse at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing received a Nurse of the Year award as a result

of their incredible work during the pandemic.

At Sparrow Carson Hospital, Tabitha Durant, RN, was named Nurse of the Year. Durant is a Surgical Services nurse who also helps on the Medical Surgical floor when her co-workers need an extra hand. She also has received three Daisy Award nominations from patients for the excellent care she provides. Her nomination mentioned her willingness during COVID to help on shifts and days she

doesn’t normally work so patients can get the care they need.

“Tabitha is a wonderful nurse who represents everything great about our community hospital. She provides first-class care to community members of all ages and also floats to other nursing departments to assist them so that excellent patient care and safety measures are always maintained. We are very blessed to have her as part of our Sparrow Carson Team,” said Sparrow Carson

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“Angie is a passionate, caring emergency nurse who embraces excellence in every aspect of her life and serves as an extraordinary patient advocate,” said Sparrow Clinton Chief Nursing Officer Mariah Hesse.

During the hospital’s annual Nurses Tea, Melanie Kotowicz, BSN, RN,

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Sparrow Clinton’s surgical team received the DAISY team award after being nominated by various patients for their professionalism, kindness, and exceptional care. aVirginia (Ginner) Burnham was named Sparrow Ionia Hospital’s

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Barry County Steam, Gas, & Antique Machinery 2021 Schedule

Barry County Fair July 17th-24th

Meetings held at Barry County Expo Building ~ 7pm

*Plenty of room to social distance **Outdoors if weather permits @ pavilion

Fall Show @ Charlton Park September 24th-26th

Monday May 3rd Monday June 7th Monday July 5th Monday August 2nd Tuesday September 7th Monday October 4th

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If you choose to have a bill sent to you, we do add an extra $1.00 for the billing charge. You can send checks to us at P.O. Box 46, Saranac, Michigan 48881 or stop by our office to pay in person at 13 N. Bridge St., Saranac.

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Coming events (up to 30 words) can be placed in this column at no charge for nonprofit organizations.

Deadline is noon on Thursday. Email to kara.raimer@att.net; send to the Ionia County Shopper’s Guide, Box 46, Saranac, MI 48881; or fax to 616-642-6040. Remember to include your name, address, and phone number.

– BELDING –

JUNE 3-5 – BASEMENT SALE Something for everyone. Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 422 W High Street, Belding. Thursday & Friday 9:00 to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Pay what you can.

– IONIA –

MAY 31 – IONIA MEMORIAL DAY PARADE 10:00 a.m. starting with the wreath laying at the Ionia Armory and concluding at the Courthouse.

All are invited!

JUNE 10-12 – HUGE RUMMAGE CRAFT BAKE SALE 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday & Friday; 9:00 a.m. to Noon Saturday. Ionia First Christian Church, 130 E Washington Street, chuck full of new items located between Union & Jackson.

MONDAY – IMMUNIZATION CLINIC BY APPOINTMENT ONLY at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. To schedule, call 616 527-5341.

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY – FREE PREGNANCY TESTS, educational classes on pregnancy, newborn care, and parenting, free boutique with essentials for maternity, preemie/newborn to 4T, Positive Solutions • Informed Choices, 330 Lovell Street, Ionia. Online scheduling available. www.PSICionia.org (616) 755-6077 (voice/text) TUESDAY – FOOD PANTRY/CLOTHING CLOSET Ionia Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Center is open on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday monthly, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ID needed. Accepting slightly used clothing for those in need. 616 527-6465 for info.

TUESDAY – MOBILE ZION FOOD PANTRY Second Tuesday each month, beginning at 4:00 p.m. at the Ionia Free Fair Grounds. Call 616 527-1910 for information.

TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, SATURDAY – THE CHRISTIAN SERVICE

CENTER OF IONIA NOW OPEN Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.; Wednesdays and Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to Noon. On the corner of Depot & Washington. Phone 616-527-1530.

WEDNESDAY – IMMUNIZATION CLINIC BY APPOINTMENT ONLY at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. To schedule, call 616 527-5341.

WEDNESDAY – ZION FOOD PANTRY 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. Currently using a drive-thru format. 423 W Washington. Call 616 527-1910 for information.

THURSDAY – AL-ANON MEETINGS 7:00 p.m., Now on Zoom! Call Sandi at 616 255-3751 or Joy at 616 901-7779 for more info.

– LAKE ODESSA –

MONDAY & THURSDAY – AA MEETING 7:00 p.m. at St. Edwards Church, W M-50 Highway. For more information call Robert at 616 902-9001.

TUESDAY – BABY QUILTS FOR THE BABIES at the Spectrum Pennock Hospital Nursery. The First Congregational Church of Lake Odessa, 767 Fourth Avenue, the first Tuesday of each month at 11:00 a.m. For more information call Judy Graham at (616) 374-8753.

– PORTLAND –

MONDAY – PORTLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Portland United Methodist Church, 310 E Bridge Street. Open 9:00 to Noon. All of Portland School District eligible.

MONDAY – DALE E. HYLAND AMERICAN LEGION POST 129 meets the second Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Portland VFW on 1324 E Bridge Street.

MONDAY – BINGO at 6:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

TUESDAY – FOOD PANTRY 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Portland First Congregational Church, 421 E Bridge Street, 517-647-6441.

TUESDAY – EUCHRE 1:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent

Portland District Library Lines Library Closings The Portland District Library will be closed Saturday, May 29 and Monday, May 31 for the Memorial Day Holiday.

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The kickoff will take place outside on the library lawn and is weather permitting.

Patrons will be required to wear masks and social

distance. Get started on all the summer fun, pick up a program calendar, and swing inside afterwards to stock up on reading materials and start counting those minutes read!

This year’s summer reading program, for both youth and adults, will run from Monday, June 7 until Friday, July 30.

Programs will run June, July, and August; please see our program calendar for more details!

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NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2021-2022 BUDGETS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that in accordance with the "Truth in Budgeting Act" the School Board of the Berlin Fractional #3 School District will hold a public hearing on the District's 2021-2022 budgets. The hearing will be held at 5:30 p.m. on June 9, 2021 at the school building located at 6679 S. State Rd, Ionia, Michigan.

A copy of the budgets will be available for public inspection prior to the hearing at the school building beginning June 8, 2021, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm daily.

The Board may not adopt its proposed 2021-22 budgets until after the public hearing June 9, 2021.

The property tax millage rates proposed to be levied to support the proposed budgets will be a subject of this hearing.

This notice is given by order of the Board of Education.

Tim Stuart, Secretary

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– SARANAC –

MAY 31 – MEMORIAL DAY PARADE CANCELED Boston Township will not be hosting a Memorial Day parade or program due to the coronavirus.

JUNE 5 – SARANAC HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1981 40 year class reunion!

3:00 to 9:00 p.m. at 1925 S. Johnson Road, Saranac. $40/person, send to: Jim Pittman, PO Box 163, Saranac, MI 48881. For more info, call (213) 705-4669.

Share memories Facebook at Saranac Class of 81 group.

JUNE 17-19 – SECOND TIME AROUND SALE Thursday & Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:00 a.m. to Noon. Saranac Community Church, Bridge Street. Proceeds for City Covenant Church in Detroit, food program for neighbors.

THURSDAY – FOOD PANTRY at Saranac Community Church, 125 Bridge Street is open the FIRST & THIRD Thursdays, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm – no appointment needed. Must be Saranac-Clarksville resident. For information call 642-6322.

THURSDAY – FEEDING AMERICA FOOD TRUCK at Saranac Community Church, 125 Bridge Street on the 4th Thursday at 4:00 p.m. (Regular pantry closed.) Must be a resident of Ionia County. For information call 642-6322.

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Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

WEDNESDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10:00 a.m. at Portland First Congregational Church, 421 East Bridge Street in the Fellowship Hall. Masks are required. Call 616 575-8000 for informations.

WEDNESDAY – FOOD PANTRY 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Portland First Congregational Church, 421 E Bridge Street, 517-647-6441.

THURSDAY – EUCHRE at 1:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

THURSDAY – PORTLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Portland United Methodist Church, 310 E Bridge Street. Open every Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. All of Portland School District eligible.

FRIDAY – BINGO at 9:30 am at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street.

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Option: Chicken 8

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Sloppy Joe Steak Fries Mixed Vegetable Fresh Fruit 14

Chicken Casserole California Blend Tossed Salad Fruit Compote 21

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SUGGESTED DONATION OF $3.00 PER MEAL. MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. These foods are moderate to high in carbohydrates. All foods effect blood sugar. Carbohydrates have the most effect.

Carbohydrates are found in breads, cereals, grains, fruit, milk, vegetables and sweets.

Carbohydrates at each meal can help you control your blood sugar. It is not healthy to avoid carbohydrates entirely.

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ATTENTION MUIR VILLAGE RESIDENTS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON FISCAL YEAR 2021 - 2022 ANNUAL BUDGET AND PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE LEVY NOTICE IS HEARBY GIVEN that the Muir Village Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday June 8, 2021, at 7:00 PM at the Village Office, 122 W. Superior Street in the Village of Muir. The purpose of the public hearing is to discuss the proposed Village Fiscal Year Annual Budget.

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If approved the proposed Village Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Annual Budget will support expenditures authorized in the budget composite of all funds.

A copy of the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Annual Budget is available for public inspection at the office of the Village Clerk, at the Village Office on Monday – Wednesday – Friday between 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING

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Otisco Township is taking sealed bids for the Road Side Mowing. Contracts with instructions can be picked up at the Otisco Township Hall, 9663 Button Rd., Belding, MI 48809.

The bids will be opened up at the June 8, 2021 Board Meeting, at 7:00 p.m.

The bids should be marked “Bids for the Road Mowing” Otisco Township Board reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

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The United States flag was first imagined after the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

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Francis Hopkinson, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, is most often credited with the original design.

Today there are 50 stars on the flag to represent the 50 states, while the 13 stripes still represent the 13 British colonies that became the first states. While this may be common knowledge, Public Law 94-344, known as the Federal Flag Code, may not be as widely known. The code dictates that the flag is to be treated with respect and proper etiquette. The code is extensive, but the following guidelines can help private individuals interested in displaying their flags do so in accordance with the law.

• Flags should only be displayed in public from sunrise to sunset, unless the flag can be properly illuminated during darkness. In this instance, it may be displayed at all times.

• When displayed with other flags, such as on a single staff or lanyard, the U.S. flag should be above all other flags. If flags are displayed in a row, the U.S. flag goes to the observer’s left.

• State and local flags are traditionally flown lower than the American flag.

• During marching ceremonies or parades with other flags, the U.S. flag should be to the observer’s left.

• The flag should be displayed at every public institution and at schools during school days.

• When displayed vertically and not on a staff, the union should be on the left when observed. It should be suspended so its folds fall freely as though the flag were staffed.

• The flag should be hoisted briskly and lowered ceremoniously.

• The flag is often displayed at half-staff on days of mourning, including Memorial Day. The flag should first be hoisted to the peak for an instant, then lowered to halfstaff position, which is half the distance between the top and bottom of the staff.

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CLOSED MEMORIAL DAY

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On Memorial Day, we pause to reflect on the service and sacrifice of the men and women of our Armed Forces. We honor the memory of those who lost their lives protecting our nations freedom and we salute all those who have served in our military, past and present.

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THANK YOU

TO THE MEN AND WOMEN WHO HAVE SERVED AND ARE CURRENTLY SERVING OUR NATION & MILITARY

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75 E. Grand River Ave. Ionia, MI 48846

(Corner of M-66 and Grand River)

616-527-4370

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State Rep. Julie Calley and the Michigan House recently approved a plan to help protect Michigan jobs by boosting savings for small businesses on their federal taxes.

Calley, of Portland, said the measure deals with job providers classified as “flow-through entities.” These are job providers who personally pay taxes on income rather than the business itself.

Thousands of small businesses creating jobs in communities across Michigan use this classification.

“This common-sense reform will provide much-needed relief to many small businesses who

have been hit so hard this past year,” Calley said. “It also solves a problem that was unintentionally harming small job providers due to a federal policy change a few years ago. Our plan makes sure the small businesses that line Main Street and create so many jobs in our communities are no longer at a disadvantage to large C-corporations.”

A change to the federal tax code in 2017 capped individual state and local tax deductions at $10,000. Because businesses filing on the entity level can continue to claim an uncapped deduction, the change places small flowthrough entities at a disadvantage.

House Bill 4288 would compensate for the federal change by allowing qualifying employers to pay a new flow-through entity tax.

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Past • Present • Future

We salute the men and women who have served in our Armed Forces, those who serve today, and the future generations who will carry on the honorable duties of protecting and preserving America's freedom. Their dedication, patriotism, sacrifice and courage will always be remembered.

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