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WILSON ROOFING & HOME

IMPROVEMENTS - No Job too Small! Roofing, Siding, windows, decks. Your expert roofer at hometown price! Licensed & Insured. 616841-1218 or 616-293-8822.

WORK WANTED - Double D’s tree service Plus 70’ & 40’ bucket trucks. Tree trimming and removal, brush chipping, Stump grinding. Free estimates and Insured. Call Dave Delinsky at 616-212-3008.

Call for a Free Insurance Quote or Review… Becky Wagner, All Seasons Insurance 989-584-3155.

TICKETS!!!! We carry double roll 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.

Remember a Veteran! Purchase a brick in their honor at the Belding Veterans Park. Contact Holly at 616-8945488. $50 per brick.

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 and gas money you will have saved. Easy in, easy out! C&W Tool Sales, 4548 South State, (M-66) Ionia. 616-527-2724.

JAY’S TRASH TRANSFER STATION now open. Excepting light loads of garbage, brush, building materials, appliances. Open by appointment, 616527-2798.

Stop in to check out our Worldlawn Mowers! Built in Nebraska USA! Commercial quality! Kawasaki engines! Dual gas tanks! 3 year warranty. Financing Available. Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795.

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JIM SOLOMONSON DRYWALL Hang and finish, textures and repairs. New homes, remodels, basements. Free estimates. 20+ years experience. 616- 498-4539.

WELCOME!! We are Open Monday-Friday 10am, to 4pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm. Seymour Furniture. Downtown Ionia. 616527-0630.

C & S DRYWALL - 20 years experience. Hang, finish, hand texture ceilings. Free estimates. 616-868-6140.

FOR SALE- Ionia Solid oak round table with 4 chairs and an extra leaf, Asking $75.00 . Call if interested and leave message 616523-6304.

FOR SALE - John Deere 520. Very good shape. New radiator, brakes and clutch. Comes with a two bottom plow. $5,200 or best offer. 517-526-2427.

FOR SALE 42’ Kewanse elevator. Bales or grain, $600. PTO. Phone 616-902-9363.

INDUSTRIAL SEWINGMarine canvas and tarp repair/refurbishment. 269-838-6387.

DRYWALL/REPAIR WORK. Big and Small jobs. Fully insured. 35 years experience. Call Tom Teunessen. 616-2182877.

– OBITUARIES –

† DENIKE-HAGER

Debby Ann Denike-Hager passed June 6, 2024, at her Morrison Lake home in Ionia County, MI. She succumbed to Pulmonary Fibrosis, having been diagnosed 7 years earlier.

Debra Ann Denike was born to Thomas Pake Denike and Eunice (Evens) Denike August 9, 1948, in Cadillac MI.

She was preceded in death by Sister Leta Denike, Brother Berton Denike, Brother-in-law David Hager, Nephews Matt and Brad Denike.

She is survived by Husband Stephen (Steve) R. Hager, Daughter Josie (Tracy) Pelmear, Stepson Jeff (Willis) Atkinson, Stepdaughter Cheri Hager-Miller, Brother William (Jennie) Denike, Sisters Sharon (Fred) Sprague and Becky Martinez, Brother-in-law Lance (Julie) Hager, Sisters- in-law Amy Hager and Peggy (Berton) Denike, Son-in-law Tracy Pelmear and Grandsons, Troy and Nick Pelmear, Granddaughter Auti Miller, and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Debby was raised on the Denike Farm in Boon, MI and began working in her young years on the farm and other work such as picking Cherries in the Traverse City area. In later years she enjoyed other work around Cadillac including Four Winns Boat Co., Kyser of Cadillac, managing offices for the Michigan Dept. of Mental Health, and later as partner with Steve in their Manufacturers Representative Agency.

Debby married Steve Dec. 2, 1990, at the Cloisters, Paradise Island, Bahamas. They resided on lakes in Ionia County, settling her last 32 years on Morrison Lake. In season, she loved being on the water in her float chair or on the pontoon with her kids, grandsons, friends, family or just with Steve cruising and reading at anchor.

During winters, she and Steve escaped to Cocoa Beach (home away) and the Keys. She enjoyed travel for work and pleasure around North America, Caribbean and Mediterranean Cruises and Destination Islands. The Islands of Antigua and Maui, being her two favorites. International trips were primarily Mediterranean Cruises, on which overtime weeks were spent in Italy, her favorite European Destination.

Debby was an excellent meal designer and loved cooking for Steve, family and friends. She never missed a birthday, anniversary, or holiday. She sent cards to her family and friends for all occasions. She loved tending her vegetable gardens each season. In later years tending the landscape and deck flowers became a favorite pastime, along with deck-time, reading and visiting with family and friends. She was a sweet, loving, wonderful person to all who had the fortune to know her.

A memorial service will be 11:00 am, Friday, August 2, 2024 at Pathway A Wesleyan Church in Saranac with Pastor Mark Lipscomb officiating. A visitation will be held one hour prior to service at the church.

Those wishing may make memorial donations to American Lung Association. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

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SLOWINS

Grayden D. Slowins, was born January 20, 1932, in a farm house on Hastings Road at Grand River Avenue, in Boston Township, Ionia County, MI, died June 18, 2024, in Grand Rapids, MI, while a resident of Clark Retirement Community. The son of Donald Frederick Slowins and Crystal Lovina Brake Slowins, they lived on two more farms to the east along Grand River Avenue, before the family bought the fourth farm at the edge of the Village (later City) of Portland, in 1937. He started school there and graduated from Portland High School in1950, and Ferris Institute (now Ferris State University) in 1954. He was married June 25, 1954, to Ann Lois Lakin, born October 22, 1932, who died March 8, 2018, after almost 64 years of marriage. He was inducted into the U.S. Army October 19, 1954, near the end of the Korean Conflict, serving in the Medics, mostly Medical Supply, breveted as Supply Sergeant, for two years followed by one year in the Army Reserves in the 454th M.A.S.H. (Mobile Army Surgical Hospital), in Grand Rapids, MI, with two weeks summer camp at Fitzsimmons Army Hospital, Denver, CO. Grayden and Ann bought a farm in Sebewa Township, Ionia County, and lived there 54 years. He was a shepherd, from age 3 weeks to 70 years, raising Purebred Dorsets, and a member of the Dorset Breeders and Michigan Sheep Breeders Associations. He was a Sebewa Township official for 43 years: Justice- of-the-Peace 51⁄2 years, Clerk 32 years, Cemetery Sexton 28 years of the time as Clerk, and finally Trustee 5 1⁄2 years. He was a founding member of the Ionia County Township Officers Association; 17 years Director, one year President, of Michigan Townships Association; 8 years Delegate to the National Association of Towns and Townships in Washington, DC. Grayden was a Genealogist, Historian, Writer and Editor of “The Sebewa Recollector,” “Schnabel Family History,” “Brake-Cosens Family History,” and the “Wenger-Nogle Family History.” He was a Pharmacist, serving 32 years, beginning as an apprentice, age 16 - 48, in Portland, Lake Odessa, and Nashville. Grayden and Ann traveled all over America and Canada in their pickup camper and motor home, and in England, Holland, Germany, Austria, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Italy, France, New Zealand, and Australia. They spent one winter in Deming, NM, six winters in Starke, FL, and retired to Clark Retirement Community, Grand Rapids, January 2011. Grayden is survived by four children: Joseph G. Slowins of Ann Arbor, MI; Karen K. Laurel of Holly Hill, FL, mother of their only grandchild, Philip Pappas of Florida; Daniel F. Slowins (Peggy) of Walled Lake, MI; and Kirsten B. Slowins (Clint Galloway) of Orange Township, Ionia County, MI. He is also survived by two sisters: Sandra (late Jim) Miller of Lowell, MI, and Donna (late Jim) Eder of Chelsea, MI; one sister-in-law: Phyllis Boyer (late Jim) of Boise, ID; Sandra’s children: Carolyn Miller (Darryl Sprague) of Norton Shores, MI, and David Miller (Melissa) of Lyons, MI; Phyllis’ children: Debora Root (Barry) of Dallas, OR, Kathleen Jacobi (Fred) of Boise, ID, and Susan Lawmaster (Paul) Mechanicsville, VA; and their children and grandchildren.

Preceding Grayden in death are his wife, Ann; daughter-in-law, Jody; and three brothers-in-law, Jim Boyer, Jim Eder, and Jim Miller.

A service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 29, at Clark Chapel, 1551 Martin Luther King (formally Franklin Street SE), Grand Rapids with a reception following in the B.K. Room at the Clark Retirement Community.

Private burial of ashes will be at a later date at West Sebewa Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Clark Retirement Community Foundation, specifying Music Therapy or Benevolent Care Fund. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.

† UNDERWOOD Mezella Mae Underwood, age 98, of Ionia, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. She was born on October 25, 1925. She was the daughter of Floyd and Flossie Ingraham of Portland. She graduated Portland High School. Mezella married Floyd Underwood June 9, 1946. The couple had 5 children, John Underwood, deceased, Wanda Minnis (Max), Connie Pritchard (Clyde), Leo Underwood and Teresa Seiler (Scott).

She has many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren,; several nieces and nephews, and she considered Sandy Hair one of her daughters. She loved quilting and reading and watching birds. She liked flowers, and yellow was her favorite color. The family would like to thank the Laurels of Carson City for the excellent care given to her.

A Visitation will be held on Monday, June 24, 2024, from 4-8 PM at the Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Laurels of Carson City. Online Condolences can be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com.

† SHIELDS James Patrick Shields age 65 of Ionia passed away June 17, 2024. He was born April 4, 1959, in Ionia, MI the son of Donald and Mary (Welch) Shields.

James is survived by his brother, Donald (Jean) Shields of Saranac, sister, Kathy Raison of Oklahoma and sister-in-law, Cindy Shields of Ionia.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Gary and Ricky.

Cremation has taken place and there will be no services at this time. Arrangements cared for by Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

† WILLISON Donald Elwin Willison age 95 of Saranac passed away June 18, 2024. He was born February 25, 1929, in Delton, Michigan, the son of Walter and Helen (Karrar) Willison. Don married Lois C. Stuart June 19, 1953, together raising 6 children. He worked at Superior Furniture before entering the Army in November of 1950, and was discharged in October 1952. After returning from the service, he went to work for Corduroy Rubber Company, where he worked for 37 years before retiring.

Surviving is his beloved wife of 71 years Lois C. Willison of Saranac. Children: Steven (Cathy) Willison of Ortonville, Alan (Sandy) Willison of Saranac, Lugene (Bill) Mosey of Clarksville, Lorraine Willison of Bloomingdale, Kevin (Linda) Willison of Clarksville, and Peggy Willison of Caledonia. Grandchildren: Billie Jo (Jim) Snead, Bobbie Jo (Randy) Wickwire, Kyle Aspinall, Stuart (Bethany) Aspinall, Jennifer (Chris) Gerard, Michael (Laycee) Willison, Becca (Bill) Kelly, Alec (Nicole) Willison. Step-grandchildren: Tom Germayne, Kim Kooistra, Robert (Shanna) Mosey, and Joshua (DeAnne) Mosey. Many great-grandchildren. Brother John (Linda) Willison of Bellevue.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Sisters: Maxine (Orville) Slagle and Janet (Jack) McCaul. Memorial Services will be at the South Boston Bible Church on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Corey Malone officiating. Interment to follow with Military Honors at South Boston Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday 5-7 p.m. at the Lake Funeral Home in Saranac, and one hour prior to services at the church. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to South Boston Church Missions. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com Donald Elwin Willison age 95 of Saranac passed away June 18, 2024. He was born February 25, 1929, in Delton, Michigan, the son of Walter and Helen (Karrar) Willison. Don married Lois C. Stuart June 19, 1953, together raising 6 children. He worked at Superior Furniture before entering the Army in November of 1950, and was discharged in October 1952. After returning from the service, he went to work for Corduroy Rubber Company, where he worked for 37 years before retiring.

Don accepted the Lord as his Savior in 1948 and would attend Clarksville Bible Church for many years, and later attended South Boston Bible Church, where he was active in many positions, lastly as greeter emeritus. He loved people and visiting with them. He loved to bowl, and especially enjoyed mowing his lawn. Don lived at the corner of Gould Road and Grand River for many years. Surviving is his beloved wife of 71 years Lois C. Willison of Saranac. Children: Steven (Cathy) Willison of Ortonville, Alan (Sandy) Willison of Saranac, Lugene (Bill) Mosey of Clarksville, Lorraine Willison of Bloomingdale, Kevin (Linda) Willison of Clarksville, and Peggy Willison of Caledonia. Grandchildren: Billie Jo (Jim) Snead, Bobbie Jo (Randy) Wickwire, Kyle Aspinall, Stuart (Bethany) Aspinall, Jennifer (Chris) Gerard, Michael (Laycee) Willison, Becca (Bill) Kelly, Alec (Nicole) Willison. Step-grandchildren: Tom Germayne, Kim Kooistra, Robert (Shanna) Mosey, and Joshua (DeAnne) Mosey. Many great-grandchildren. Brother John (Linda) Willison of Bellevue. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Sisters: Maxine (Orville) Slagle and Janet (Jack) McCaul. Memorial Services will be at the South Boston Bible Church on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Corey Malone officiating. Interment to follow with Military Honors at South Boston Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday 5-7 p.m. at the Lake Funeral Home in Saranac, and one hour prior to services at the church. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to South Boston Church Missions. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

† MOURER Allen (Allie) Robert Mourer, age 96, of Lyons, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at home. Allen was born on March 3, 1928, the son of Dewey Mourer and Margaret (Allen) Mourer.

Allen loved spending time with his family. He also enjoyed race walking, was an avid golfer, enjoyed wine making and painting with his daughter. He loved having a cigar and a drink with his son. He made the best sauerkraut and donated blood frequently. Allen served with the US Army, study at MSU and retired from GM after 38 years. He is survived by his sister Arline Bennett and son, Mike (Vicki) Mourer of Florida; daughters, Kendra (Bill) Jones of New Mexico and Melody Mourer of Lyons, MI.; grandchildren, Joshua (Lori) Mourer, Jessica (Jim) Haremza, Isaac (Kim) Jones and Sam Jones; great grandchildren, Bailey, Lilly, Trajan, Maggie, Hadyn and Genna; and great-great grandchildren, Sylas and Trinity, and many loved nieces and nephews.

Allen was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lavonnie (Bonnie), daughter, Debra Jo; and granddaughters, Trinity Grace and Becky Jones; and brother Dewey Holaday

Allen was much loved and will be greatly missed.

At this time there will be no services. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home of Muir. Online Condolences can be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com In Lieu of flowers please send donations to the American Heart Association or cancer research

FOR SALE - Grass hay for horses and cows, Square bales. $1.75 per bale. 616489-0933. 7686 Knight Rd.

2 AKC TEACUP POMERANIAN’S FOR SALE - 5 weeks old, weigh a little over a pound. 1 female, cream, $600, vet checked, dewormed, health check, AKC papers; 1 male, white, $500, dewormed, health check, AKC papers. Both parents AKC and weigh 7 pounds. Also available 1 1/2 yr. old male, $300. If interested please call or text, 616-537-9720, located in Lowell.

FEEDER PIGS FOR SALE Off to a good start. Approximately 1 month old. Call 517-743-1944.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The Pewamo Village Council will be holding a public hearing in regards to a request for a Zoning Variance for a pole building which exceeds zoning height limits for accessory buildings by approximately 18” at 250 E. North Street.

All aspects of the proposed variance will be open for discussion at the public hearing and the Village Council may at that time, review any other information it considers appropriate.

MONDAY, JULY 8, 2024 • 6:30 P.M.

MI 48873

Sandy Wolniakowski, Clerk Village of Pewamo

DAVAL’S USED FURNITURE & ANTIQUES- 6 buildings with 15,000 sq. ft. of quality furniture, antiques and collectibles. SAVE TIME & MONEY. Shop Daval’s for the Best selection, Best Quality, Best Price. You have to see it to Believe it! We are truly a destination place and worth the drive. We buy Estates. Layaway terms available. Visa/Mastercard/Discover accepted. 2 miles West of Hastings at 2084 W. M-43 Hwy. Near Bob’s Gun and Tackle. Hours Sunday 125pm, Mon-Fri, 10am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, 269948-2463.

SAYERS TREE SERVICE:

Trimming, removal, brush chipping, lot clearing, and stump grinding. Free estimates. Insured. 616527-4762.

Have you had a positive experience with a local business or organization? Shout it out to all of Ionia County here! Place your 25 word maximum Shout Out by calling 616 642-9411; emailing kara.raimer@att. net; or from our website www. ioniacountyshoppersguide. com. Free of charge for a limited time. Deadline is Noon on Thursday.

SARANAC PLUMBING - All your plumbing needs at a reasonable price! Service and Installation of Water heaters. Call me before you call anyone else! Guaranteed to satisfy you with excellent results! 616-262-9825.

Area. Call Jordan at 616-430-5453.

Can’t start your weed eater or chainsaw? Upgrade to battery! EGO battery powered tools have the power and run time of gas! Stop by to check them out! Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-6374795.

HAVING GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS? We can Help! Call us for service or a new install. O.C. Construction 616-291-4520 - Darrell.

FOR SALE- 2008 Dodge Caravan. 3.3 V-6, good tires. Just under 200,000 miles. Still good car and looks good. Color is red. $4000 or best offer. 616-450-4873. No Sunday calls please.

HORSE FOR SALEAMHR mini stallion for sale or trade for pinto/ paint mini stallion. He jogs with me and gets groomed daily. Very friendly. 616902-9161.

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HANDYMAN SERVICES Saranac

parking lot project. What a wonderful guy. Also to Bernie Anderson and Grand Ledge Paving for the excellent job he and his crew did on the paving of the parking lot. We have placed a sign at the club to forever remember those people who made this project possible.

Thanks again to all the wonderful people.

PUBLIC NOTICE

All Ionia County Townships Applications for Deferment of Summer 2024 Taxes

All township treasurers in Ionia County are currently accepting applications for summer 2024 tax deferments (deferments are not exemptions). To qualify, a household annual income cannot exceed $40,000. The applicants(s) must also be

(1) 62 years of age or older, including the unmarried surviving spouse of a person who was 62 years or older at the time of death,

(2) Paraplegic, Hemiplegic, or Quadriplegic

(3) Eligible Service person, Eligible Veteran, Eligible Widow or Widower

(4) Blind Person

(5) Totally and Permanently Disabled

Those that farm agricultural real property may also qualify if the gross receipts of agricultural or horticultural operations in the previous year (or the average gross receipts for such operations in the previous three years) are not less than the household income for the preceding calendar year or the combined household incomes in the previous year of the individual members of a limited liability company that owns the agricultural real property.

Deferments can only be filed and dated from 7-1-24 thru 9-15-24. Deferments must be filed annually. Postmarks will not be accepted.

Defers the due date of the SUMMER taxes without penalty or interest charges until February 15. (Must be received by February 14).

Marilyn Palmer Jen Stevenson

Berlin Township North Plains Township

616.527.2241

989.287.0040

Mary Lamphere Sharon Rohrbacher Boston Township Odessa Township

616.642.6636

STEEL ROOFS - We put steel roofs on high barns. Free estimates. John Reurink. Call 616-527-3635.

BUYING JUNK VEHICLES Running or not. Must have title. Free pick-up. Call Brandon. 517-647-9427.

SCRATCH PADS are available at the Ionia County Shoppers Guide! 50¢each. 13 Bridge St. Saranac.

WILSON ROOFING & HOME IMPROVEMENTS - No Job too Small! Roofing, Siding, windows, decks. Your expert roofer at hometown price! Licensed & Insured. 616841-1218 or 616-293-8822

FOR SALE - 3 year old loveseat, $50 or best offer. 80 year old antique couch ,$50 or best offer, 5 ft. Western snow plow, $300 or best offer. 616-522-7368.

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& Opportunity! Locally owned businesses employ more locals per-dollar of revenue, that utilize a wide variety of goods and services. This provides great opportunities for local entrepreneurs to grow and prosper.

Husqvarna riders and zero turns in stock! Summer rebates available. Buy now and Save! We service what we sell! Financing available. Free Delivery! We take trades! Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-6374795.

616.374.4237, ext. 11

Linda Willison Karla Wittenbach Campbell Township Orange Township

616.693.2153

Erika Hoppes

616.755.2704

Barbara Colwell Danby Township Orleans Township 517.526.0184

Tracie Shindorf

616.761.3111

Paula Byrne

Easton Township Otisco Township

616.902.4266

616.794.3506

Marilyn Harp Michelle Schneider Ionia Township Portland Township

616.902.2390

Taylor Lewis

517.647.2075

Angela Lamphere Keene Township Ronald Township

616.642.9809

616.902.2824

Jill Thelen Cindi Piercefield Lyons Township Sebewa Township

989.593.2642 517.204.3066

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LARGE COIN AUCTION

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Wurtsmith Airport & Watts Moving Auction happening now. Bid anywhere, anytime @JohnPeckAuctions.com. Aerospace, boats, trailers, three-wheeler, snowmobiles, tools. Selling or need an auction? Call John Peck 989426-8061. Offices Charlotte & Gladwin.

BUILT RITE POLE BUILDINGS

State-wide. Prices starting at - 24x40x10 - $18,300.00. 30x40x10 -$20,400.00. Erected on your site. Call for price not shown on any size building or go to www. builtritepolebuildingsmi.com. Or call 989-259-2015 or 989600-1010.

AMISH BUILT MINI CABIN 12 x 24 $10,900.00. New construction, delivery included. Call for details, other sizes & options. 989-832-1866

METAL ROOFING regular and shingle style, HALF OFF SPECIAL COLORS! Lifetime hail asphalt shingles. Vinyl siding. Licensed and insured builders for 40 years. AMISH CREW. 800-983-0462.

260 S Dexter

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Remember a Veteran! Purchase a brick in their honor at the Belding Veterans Park. Contact Holly at 616-8945488. $50 per brick.

HAVING GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS? We can Help! Call us for service or a new install. O.C. Construction 616-291-4520 - Darrell.

Saranac Community Schools

Compagner Scholarship Total $34,000.00 - Cora Bangert, Briana Barnes,Tanner Bowen, Samuel Dibaba, Amelia Doll, Maddox Foster, Paigelyn Guernsey ,Hunter Helminski, Madalyn Hesche, Madeleine Hill, Rebecca Hopkins, Camryn Jackson, Anna McPherson, William McPherson, Aidan Moilanen, Grayson Rasmus, Delaney Reagan, Brennan Smith, Levi Spiece, Breanna Sterzick, Jordan Sterzick,Kayla Sterzick, Samuel Sterzick, Natalie Tucker.

Simons Scholarship Total $11,000.00 - Kennedy Bok, Kaden Carigon, Cameron Cook, Nathan Day, Sarah Greenfield, Trenton Hopkins, Abigail Janson, Ian Jorgensen, Kiarra Lambert, Gabrielle Lauer, Savanah Mager, Maxwell Olsen, Natalie Olsen, Estelle Rockhold, Benjamin Sluiter, Brady Thomas, Rebecca Thomas, Madison Trahan Robynne Wernet, Brooklyn Winsor, Victoria Yonker, Zachariah Yonker.

Lombardo Scholarship Total $1,000.00 - William McPherson, Brennan Smith.

Morris Scholarship Total $5,000.00 - Cameron Cook, Sarah Greenfield, Abigail Jansen, Gabrielle Lauer, Savanah Mager, Maxwell Olsen, Estelle Rockhold, Madison Trahan, Robynne Wernet, Brooklyn Winsor.

Steven M. Simpson Memorial Scholarship Total $1000.00 - Kaden Carigon, Ian Jorgensen

Ionia County Fishing & Hunting Club Scholarship Total $750.00 - Delaney Reagan

Athletic Boosters Scholarship Total $2,000.00 - Nathan Day, Hunter Helminski, Delaney Reagan Brady Thomas.

Thomas M. And Sally J. (Potter) Spens Scholarship Total $500.00 - Natalie Olsen

George A & Patricia Raimer Scholarship Total $500.00 - Samuel Dibaba

Sachen U of M Scholarship Total $1000.00 - Trenton Hopkins, Kayla Sterzick

Biggs, Dickinson & Roberts Wealth Management Services Scholarship: Total $500.00 - Maddox Foster

Lamphere Scholarship Total $500.00 - Kiarra Lambert

Lake Scholarship Total $500.00 - Benjamin Sluiter

Hammer Scholarship Total $500.00 - Kennedy Bok

Allen Scholarship Total $1,000.00 - Victoria Yonker, Zachariah Yonker

Saranac Area Woman’s Club Total $1,000.00 - Briana Barnes, Nathan Day

VanVleck Scholarship Total $1000.00 - Maxwell Olsen, Rebecca Thomas

Promise Scholarships Total $61,750.00 - Cora Bangert, Kayla Barba-Franco, Drew Barcelow, Briana Barnes, Alexander Bollone, Dylan Bollone, Kennedy Bok, Tanner Bowen, Andriah Brown, Kaden Carigon, Cameron Cook, Nathan Day, Aubrey Dennis, Sophia DesJarden, Gabriel Dibaba, Samuel Dibaba, Amelia Doll, Cole Edwards, Maddox Foster, Paigelyn Guernsey, Hazel Harder, Brady Hartman, Hunter Helminski, Madalyn Hesche,Madeleine Hill, Grace Hopkins, Rebecca Hopkins, Trenton Hopkins, Camryn Jackson, Abigail Jansen,Ian Jorgensen, Colin Kelley,Emmett Lake Kiarra Lambert, Iyana Langdon, Gabrielle Lauer, Laural Lee, Madison Lee,Savanah Mager, Keyanna Mays-Rice, Joelle McGee, Anna McPherson, William McPherson, Aidan Moilanen,Lance Morris, Maddison Musser, Kaydence Mutschler, Isabella Nordgren, Rhett Nordhof, Maxwell Olsen,Natalie Olsen, Baileigh Perry, Cody Pett, Abigail Price, Evan Price, Grayson Rasmus, Darian Reagan, Delaney Reagan, Estelle Rockhold, Brenna Simmons, Benjamin Sluiter, Brennan Smith, Kellan Smith, Levi Spiece, Breanna Sterzick, Jordan Sterzick, Kayla Sterzick, Samuel Sterzick, Brady Thomas, Rebecca Thomas, Madison Trahan, Natalie Tucker, Harrison VanKuiken, Carter Wells, Lydia Wells, Robynne Wernet, Dylan Wigfield, Brooklyn Winsor, Sophia Wolbers, Logan Wood, Victoria Yonker, Zachariah Yonker, Connor Zech

– CLARKSVILLE –

TUESDAY – AA MEETING Every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at Clarksville Bible Church, 191 S Main Street.

– IONIA –

JUNE 24 – LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Learn what your state senators and representatives are working on. Local county, city and township commissioners and officials also attend. West Michigan Works, 603 W Adams St. 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

MONDAY – IMMUNIZATION WALK-IN CLINIC 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.

WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY – PREGNANCY SERVICES OF IONIA COUNTY FREE pregnancy tests, educational classes on pregnancy, newborn care, and parenting, free boutique with essentials for maternity, preemie/newborn to 4T, diapers and formula. 330 Lovell Street, Ionia. Online scheduling available. www.PSICionia.org (616) 755-6077 (voice/text)

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY – FOOD PANTRY Illuminate Church food pantry, 83 E Tuttle (behind Ken's Market) is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Contact info 616 522-7335.

TUESDAY – FOOD PANTRY/CLOTHING CLOSET Ionia Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Center, 721 Elmwood Drive (behind the church) is open on the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. No ID needed. Accepting slightly used clothing for those in need. 616 527-6465 for info.

TUESDAY – IMMUNIZATION WALK-IN CLINIC 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.

TUESDAY – MOBILE ZION FOOD PANTRY Second Tuesday each month, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the Ionia Fairgrounds. 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 9:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.; Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to noon. On the corner of Depot & Washington. Phone 616-527-1530.

WEDNESDAY – IMMUNIZATION CLINIC 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.

WEDNESDAY – COMMUNITY DRAWERS Third Wednesday each month from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Ionia First UMC, 105 E Main Street. Personal care items for those in need in our community.

WEDNESDAY – ZION FOOD PANTRY First Christian Church, 130 E Washington. 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY – TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) A weight loss support group meets weekly on Wednesday, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at Saints Peter and Paul School, Ionia, door G. First visit is free. (616) 644-1858. www.tops.org

THURSDAY – IMMUNIZATION WALK-IN CLINIC 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.

THURSDAYS – MID-MICHIGAN WORD GATHERERS 9:30 a.m. to Noon, at Keller Williams Rivertown Hoppough. We write, share, encourage (not judge). All adult writers welcome. Info: 586-291-8877, www.facebook.com/groups/MMWordGatherers.

THURSDAY – THURSDAY DINER (Soup Kitchen) 6:00 p.m. at its new location, 105 E Main Street. 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.

SATURDAY – BREAKFAST BUFFET 2nd Saturday of each month, 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran School, 617 N Jefferson Street.

– LAKE ODESSA –

JUNE 22 – YOGA WITH LINDA KIMMEL 9:08 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Beginners welcome! Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

JUNE 26 – K-5TH SUMMER PROGRAM 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Our summer theme is Adventure Begins at Your Library! Prior registration appreciated! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

JUNE 27 – SUMMER STORY TIME at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., perfect for ages 2-5. A one-time registration is appreciated. Our theme this summer is Adventure Begins at Your Library! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

JUNE 27 – 6TH-12TH SUMMER PROGRAM 2:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Our summer theme is Adventure Begins at Your Library! Prior registration appreciated! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

JUNE 29 – YOGA WITH LINDA KIMMEL 9:08 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Beginners welcome! Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

THROUGH AUGUST 9 – FREE LUNCHES The Lake Odessa Community Library is partnering with Feeding America/Gather to Grow to provide lunches to youth (18 and under) and disabled adults up to age 26. These lunches will be available at the library weekly, Tuesday Friday, 11 AM 1 PM. No lunch on Thursday, July 4.

MONDAY – BINGO 1st & 3rd Mondays. Games start at 6:00 p.m., VFW Post, 3600 W. Tupper Lake Road. Doors open at 4:30. Questions: 616 374-7075.

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.

THURSDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Lakewood United Methodist Church, 10265 Brown Road (M-50). We're great listeners; everything said at our meetings is held in confidence; we can help you regain your serenity! Call 616 575-8000 for information.

SUNDAY – OLD TIME COUNTRY MUSIC SHOWS 3:00 p.m. at Bob's Barn Jamborees, 1417 Johnson Street. Open Mic at 4:30 p.m. Always free admission. Contact bobwarner40@ gmail.com.

– LYONS/MUIR –

JUNE 22 – TAKE & MAKE CRAFT: COMPASS PARACORD Craft your very own paracord compass wristband, a versatile tool perfect for your outdoor adventures this summer! Pick up your kit at the Lyons District Library.

JUNE 25 – SIP & READ BOOK CLUB 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons District Library. Adults - Join fellow readers for a discussion of The Charm Bracelet, by Violia Shipman. Tea, coffee, and snacks will be provided.

JUNE 25 – ADVENTURES AT THE MUSEUM 2:00 p.m. Take a trip back in time with the local history experts at the Lyons-Muir Historical Museum. This is an excellent opportunity to learn all about the area's fascinating history! Please meet us at the library at 2:00 p.m. to begin the group tour.

JUNE 25 – ADULT CRAFT NIGHT: TEACUP PLANTERS 5:00 p.m. at the Lyons District Library. Paint a ceramic teacup and saucer to use as a garden planter the perfect accessory for your garden! Registration required please call the library at 989-855-3414 to register. JUNE 26 – STORYTIME 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons District Library. Enjoy stories, songs, and

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activities designed to develop early literacy skills.

JUNE 26 – KNITTER'S CIRCLE 11:00 a.m. Join fellow knitters at the library to craft and learn in a supportive, friendly environment at the Lyons District Library. All skill levels are welcome!

JUNE 27 – WRITERS GROUP 10:00 a.m. Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow

– PORTLAND –

FRIDAY – BINGO at 9:30 a.m. at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

– SARANAC –

MONDAY – BOSTON SARANAC HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETINGS Regular monthly meetings are at 7:00 pm the 3rd Monday of each month.

TUESDAY – SARANAC COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION & SARANAC AREA WOMENS CLUB The third Tuesday of each month at the Greenridge office at 7:00 p.m.

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 – SAMS (SARANAC AREA MUSICIANS AND SINGERS) PRACTICE in the Saranac High School band room. Choir is from 6:00 to 7:00 and band is from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Anyone welcome. For more information call Karen at 616-902-7237.