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FOR SALE - Mini Horse, Weanling filly, Black with a white blanket. $1350 or will consider trade for a mini paint stallion. 616902-9161.

Licensed mechanic needed, must have valid driver and mechanic licenses. Overtime opportunities and experience is a plus! Please apply at RE Ruehs Garage 1326 N State Road Ionia, MI 48846.

FOR SALE - Project tractor. 1939 Allis Chalmers B with newer 60” Woods belly mower. Call 616-841-1289.

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COTTAGES FOR RENT with boats. For more information google Ron’s quality waterfront cottages or call 616644-9414.

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Saranac Community Schools Non-Homestead

On Tuesday, August 8, 2023, voters in the Saranac School District will be asked to vote to renew the operating millage. This tax is levied only on “non-homestead property” which includes all taxable property other than principal residence, qualified agricultural property, and certain other property classifications. Most non-homestead property taxes are levied on industrial, commercial, business and rental properties, and second homes. This millage does not affect the rate on homeowners primary residences. Voters last approved a renewal in November 2014.

This renewal will raise approximately $768,456 each year for Saranac Community Schools. This millage is an 18 mill tax levy on business, industrial, and rental properties within a given school district. It is not a tax on a principal residence or other exempt properties. You might ask, “Will my home property tax rates increase?” The answer is no, the tax rate for a principal residence will remain the same. In fact, for both homeowners

Rep. Johnsen introduces measures to protect rights of law-abiding Michigan gun owners

State Rep. Gina Johnsen, RLake Odessa, is standing up for the rights of lawful gun owners in Michigan with two measures she recently introduced in the Michigan House.

Johnsen introduced House Bill 4831 to create the Second Amendment Financial Privacy Act, which would prohibit banks and credit card companies from requiring Michigan retailers to use specialized codes to flag firearms purchases.

“Using financial codes to flag lawful firearm purchases is a sneaky way to undermine our freedom and impose unnecessary control on law-abiding

and businesses alike, nothing will change. Homeowners do not pay this millage and businesses will continue to pay the millage rate they have already been paying because this a renewal of the millage that expires with the 2023 levy.

One might then wonder if home property taxes will go down if this is defeated.

The answer is no, your home property tax rate will remain the same; the rate will drop only for industrial, commercial, business, and rental properties. However, the direct loss of this funding would adversely affect educational programs. For Saranac Community Schools, approval of the proposal will mean not only a continuation of more than $768,456 worth of direct local funding, but also the opportunity to continue current educational programs. A no vote will mean a loss of more than $768,456 dollars in direct revenue.

Please vote Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Voting will take place at your regular precincts and absentee ballots are available at your township clerk’s office.

citizens,” Johnsen said. “If there’s a legitimate reason to suspect criminal activity, law enforcement can follow the proper procedures and get a search warrant. However, we cannot allow companies to pry into the lives of law-abiding citizens or act as government enforcers. We must protect the privacy and rights of responsible gun owners, and not allow intimidation or intrusion into their lives.”

Johnsen’s House Bill 4285 would allow CPL holders to carry their firearms on college and university campuses throughout Michigan.

“Law-abiding gun owners should be allowed to carry on college campuses,” Johnsen said. “Everyone deserves the right to protect themselves and others. Disarming responsible individuals only puts lives at risk. By trusting lawful citizens and implementing sensible policies, we can create a safer environment for students, faculty, and staff.”

House Bill 4831 was referred to the House Committee on Insurance and Financial Services for consideration. House Bill 4285 was referred to the House Government Operations Committee.

OBITUARIES –

† BADDER Thelma Jean Badder, age 91, of Ionia, passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2023. She was born on July 3, 1932, the daughter of Louis and Alice (Holcomb) Lowery in Pewamo, MI. On July 22, 1950, she married the love of her life, Mason Badder. Thelma enjoyed gardening, reading, cooking for get togethers, and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a waitress for 25 years.

She is survived by her children, Mary Badder of Ionia, Barbara (Rick) Tressler of Grosse Ile, MI, Brenda (Ken) McCallum of Saranac, Robert (Marie) Badder of Portland, Lawrence Badder of Portland, Jeff (Gloria) Badder of Ionia, Connie (John) Wellman of Pewamo and Andrew (Kendra) Badder of Ionia; daughter in law, Valorie Badder of Ionia; brother, Tom (Cheryl) Lowery of Muir; sister, Edith (Gary) Bennett of Muir; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Thelma is preceded in death by her husband, Mason; son, Joel Badder; grandchildren, Joey Badder, Abigail McCrumb, Riley Whitney, Rebecca Badder and Maverick Miller; and siblings, Louis, Helen, Frances, John, Ruth, Beatrice, and Kenny.

A Funeral Service was held at 11 AM Friday, July 14, 2023, at the Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Visitation took place one hour prior to the funeral, 10-11 AM. Interment at Balcom Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to the family. Online Condolences can be made at www. lakefuneralhomes.com.

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Area Deaths

† BURROWS

Gerald Frank Burrows, age 84, of Ionia, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023.

† DAGGETT

Brian Lee Daggett, age 61, of Lyons, passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2023.

† EHL

Freda Faye Ehl, age 80, of Ionia, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2023.

† FAASEN

Diana L. Faasen, age 65, of Belding, passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2023.

† HUSKEN

Billy Rae Husken, age 16, of Belding, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023.

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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.

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Tools, fishing poles, posters, box fans, porcelain signs, golf cart, mower, skid loader. July 20 and 21, 9am to 5pm, 1044 W. Main St. Ionia

FOR SALE - Simmons Queen size pillow top mattress, $200 616-755-1711.

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In Loving Memory of Dad & Mom

Erwin Smith 3/18/26 ~ 7/1/06

Shirley Smith

4/20/26 ~ 8/2/08

Gone But Not Forgotten Love & Miss You!

Your Family

† LIVINGSTON

Lou Livingston, age 94, of Clarksville, passed away Saturday, July 8, 2023.

† LUTZ

† KAVANAGH

Marie Theresa Kavanagh, age 87, of Pewamo, passed away Saturday, July 8, 2023.

† KINCAID

Byron Kyle Kincaid, age 76, of Portland, passed away Saturday, July 8, 2023.

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The grass is growing Again! Will your mower last? We are offering a $500 Rebate on all Simplicity zero turns and a $200 Rebate on all Redmax zeroturns! 0% financing options or cash discounts! WE give top dollar for trade ins! Stop by today! Rebates good until July 31. Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-6374795

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HELP WANTED - Certified and Experienced Tire Technician. Good benefits. Bring resume to Blundy & Hoppes, 3765 S. State Rd., Ionia MI 48846.

FOR SALE - 1998 350 Ecoline motor home, 28 ft. (6) new tires, good condition, Excellent running condition,, 37,000 miles. $6000 or best offer. 517-526-1847.

Louis Michael Lutz, age 18, of Muir, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023.

† MORSE

Lee J Morse, age 65, passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2023.

† THELEN

Bernadette Marie Thelen, age 97, of Westphalia, passed away Sunday, July 9, 2023.

† THELEN Ryan Patrick Thelen, age 21, of Westphalia, passed away Saturday, July 9, 2023.

† VANWAGNER

Roonald VanWagner, age 88, of Belding, passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2023.

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BERLIN TOWNSHIP BOARD MINUTES

July 6, 2023 • 11:00 A.M.

Member’s Present: R Bennett, M Palmer, R Alexander, Wm Vaarberg

Member’s Absent: W Marcussen

Special Guests: Leland Scott and Will Wilson

Special Meeting called to order by Supervisor R Bennett.

Motion made by M Palmer and supported by Wm Vaarberg to participate in Ionia County Hazard Mitigation Plan Development. Motion passed 4 yes, 0 no, 1 absent.

Ionia County Hazard Mitigation Plan Development Resolution completed.

Discussion on Berlin Twp Website.

Meeting adjourned at 11:50 A.M.

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ESTATE SALE, Saturday July 22-23, 10am. Women’s clothing M-L/10-12, shoes

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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.

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FOR SALE - TenPoint Laser H Point crossbow with scope and Accu draw, $475. 616291-0066.

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BERLIN TOWNSHIP BOARD MINUTES

July 11, 2023 • 7:00 P.M.

Member’s Present: R Bennett, M Palmer, R Alexander, W Marcussen, Wm Vaarberg

Board Meeting called to order by Supervisor R Bennett. Pledge recited.

Minutes were approved as read with one correction. June’s board meeting was held on June 6th 2023, not June 7th 2023.

Treasurer’s report was approved as read.

Motion made by R Bennett and supported by M Palmer to contribute 50% for approximately 1280’ of limestone on Jackson Rd. Motion passed 5 yes, 0 no, 0 absent.

Motion made by R Bennett and supported by W Marcussen to approve and accept bid for road repair of W Tuttle Rd from Harwood Rd to Commerce LN. Also, to approve the resurfacing of Peck Lake Rd from M66 to Jordan Lake Rd. Motion passed 5 yes, 0 no, 0 absent.

Motion made by Wm Vaarberg and supported by W Marcussen to accept payment of the township bills as submitted. Motion passed 5 yes, 0 no, 0 absent.

Meeting adjourned at 8:50 P.M.

NOTARY SERVICE now available at The Ionia County Shoppers Guide. Monday through Thursday, 8am to 3pm. Call ahead to schedule 616-642-9411.

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Are the weeds getting out of control? Make the job easier with a Efco straight shaft weed eater for only $199 or a 20” Push mower for $219 (Reg. price $269) Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795.

COLOR COPIES available at the Ionia County Shopper’s Guide, 13 Bridge Street, Saranac.

JOE’S SERVICE - Power washing houses, out buildings, cement. Painting houses, out buildings etc. Also home repairs and odd jobs.616-527-2798

WHY BUY LOCAL? Give Back to Your Community! It has been shown, that locally owned businesses donate over twice as much per sales dollar to local non-profits, events, and teams compared to nationally owned businesses.

GARAGE SALE - July 20, 21 and 22, 9am to 6pm. 6407 McKendry Rd. Saranac. Canopy frame 20x12 with top,no sides, sliding glass door curtain panels, household and much more, No Children clothes or toys and no tools.

HANDYMAN SERVICES Saranac Area. Call Jordan at 616-430-5453.

RIFLE & PISTOL RANGE

The Qua-Ke-Zik Sportsman’s Club. 8731 West Riverside Dr. Saranac, MI. Will be opening their range to the public on the following dates. 7/2, 7/16, 8/6 & 8/20. There is a $15.00 hourly fee and availability is on a first come first serve basis. (RSO’s) will be present.

Hours of operation are 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. You may call (616)642-9800 with any questions.

WANTED - Standing timber. Cash in advance. Maple Rapids Lumber, 989-6824225 days. 989-875-4565 evenings.

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FOR SALE - Hustler 48” lawn mower, 19 h.p,. $1200 or best offer. 616-522-0348.

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(StatePoint) With warmer weather here, more and more people are spending time on their decks, patios, and in their gardens and yards using outdoor products. From grills to furniture to mowers, 88% of Americans have invested in products dedicated for outdoor use and 65% of those that have use them at least several times a week, according to an Allstate Protection Plans survey. Unfortunately, 83% of those surveyed who own outdoor products have experienced damage to one or more of them. That damage has been more than a little expensive: Americans have spent over $44

billion repairing or replacing their outdoor products.

“It’s no surprise that the outdoor products we use so much this time of year, that make life so great during the warmer months, can be especially vulnerable to damage,” says Jason Siciliano,

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The survey found that 65% of Americans do not have a protection plan for any of their outdoor products, and 56% were not even sure they could purchase one. With American households spending hundreds and, in some cases, thousands of dollars a year on outdoor equipment, furniture and supplies, adding protection can be a smart idea.

Beyond purchasing protection plans, Siciliano also recommends taking steps to extend the life of your outdoor products. For example, use the proper fuel in lawn care equipment, clean your grill and cover

it when it’s not in use, and apply protectant to furniture to guard against rust and sun damage. For specialty items like fire pits and patio heaters, be sure to read the instruction manuals and follow the manufacturer’s care and maintenance recommendations. Finally, at the end of the summer, store seasonal items in your garage or shed. For more information about product protection, look for Allstate Protection Plans at your favorite retailers. You can also visit www.allstateprotectionplans.com, which features tips and resources for making the most of your outdoor products, as well as tips and advice on maintaining your home electronics and appliances.

“When we take care of the outdoor items that make summer enjoyable and relaxing, we’re also protecting ourselves against the expensive repairs that can pop up every spring if we don’t,” says Siciliano. “That means more in our budgets for popsicles and lemonade.”

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Sparrow Ionia caregiver receives award for speaking up for child

LANSING, MI -- A caregiver in Sparrow Ionia Hospital’s Emergency Department who recently raised the alarm about a child suspected of being in an harmful situation has been honored with the Sparrow Speak Up Award for advocating on behalf of patient and caregiver safety.

Patient Access Specialist DrewAnn Gladding noticed the child had a black eye and that the father did not know the patient’s birthdate or the correct spelling of their name. Gladding immediately contacted an administrator and police. The situation was investigated and authorities determined there was no foul play. The patient was accurately identified by mom, treated appropriately, and discharged from the hospital. “We encourage all of our caregivers to speak up when something doesn’t seem

right,” said Sparrow Ionia Hospital Patient Access Manager Angela Keehn. “Patient Access Specialists are the first people to have eyes on every patient, so speaking up with concerns and observations can greatly impact a patient’s care, and even save a life.”

The Speak Up Award is given quarterly to a Sparrow caregiver or team for speaking up on behalf of patient and caregiver safety. The health and safety of our patients, caregivers, and visitors is always our top priority.

Gladding has been a Patient Access Specialist at Sparrow Ionia for two years.

“I think speaking up is important because there are times where others may not be able to use their voice and

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The Ionia County Treasurer will offer tax-reverted real estate at public auction on August 29th, 2023. The auction will be held online at www.tax-sale.info from 10:00am to 7:00pm EDT. Bids can also be placed up to 30 days in advance on the website, and assistance is available for those without computer or internet access.

Incomplete or voided sales from the August 29th auction, if any, will be re-offered online on September 29th, 2023. Please visit www.tax-sale.info/faq for additional details. For more information and a list of the properties being sold, visit www.tax-sale.info or call 1-800-259-7470.

Sale listings may also be available at the county treasurer's office.

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– IONIA –

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)

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY – FOOD PANTRY Illuminate Church food pantry, 83 E Tuttle (behind Ken's Market) is open Monday from Noon to 3:00 p.m., and Wednesday and Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 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 & THURSDAY – IMMUNIZATION WALK-IN CLINIC 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3. COVID vaccines available.

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 5:30 p.m. and 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3. TB test done Tuesday and Wednesday Only. Have to return in 48 to 72 hours to get the results.

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 ***NEW LOCATION*** First Christian Church, 130 E Washington. 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.

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

JULY 20 – SUMMER FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! A one time registration is appreciated. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

JULY 27 – THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR STORYBOARD WALK

Any time between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. at the Lake Odessa Fairgrounds. Everyone welcome! Partnered with Corewell Health and Ionia County Great Start Collaborative. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

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-FRIDAY – FREE LUNCHES 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (July 5 through August 11) Open to ages 18 and under and disabled adults up to age 26 at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Various meal options. Provided by Feeding America West Michigan.

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. Cotact bobwarner40@gmail.com.

LYONS/MUIR –

JULY 31-AUGUST 2 – SUMMER CELEBRATION VBS 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at First Christan Church of Muir, 138 W Garden Street in the Annex.

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There’s still time to participate in Summer Reading 2023: All Together Now, as it runs until August 5. Patrons will have the option of using PDL’s virtual reading tracker, Beanstack, or logging minutes using a traditional paper tracker. Adults will get a sweet treat for unlocking their first badge and then can enter to win one of our wonderful prize packs at the end of the summer. Youth readers, ages 18 and under, will earn a prize for every badge they unlock and also an entry into one of the many grand prize packs for each age group: Littles (ages 0-5), Middles (ages 6-12), and Teens (ages 13-18). All reading must be logged on Beanstack and paper trackers turned in by Saturday, August 5.

Brighten Your Bookshelves

Everyone loves to have books in their home, but sometimes they can be difficult to manage.

Add some organization to your shelves as we revive tired old library bookends by making them into usable works of art. This in-person program will take place on Wednesday, August 9 at 6:00pm. Ages 16 and up, registration is required.

CHILDREN’S AND TEEN

LEGO Lab

LEGO! LEGO! LEGO! LEGO Lab is where we provide you with the materials and you bring your engineering skills and imagination. Build what you want, how you want, during this hour-long program where we let you experiment with all sorts of brick combinations. Build a bridge, construct a tower, or draw a card to challenge yourself! This program will take place on Tuesday,

July 25 at 6:00 p.m. for ages 10-12 and Wednesday, July 26 at 6:00 p.m. for ages 6-9. Registration is required and limited to 6 patrons for each program.

Picnic in the Park We’re taking Books & Blankets on the road again! Meet Miss Jessica at the Thompson Field pavilion on Thursday, July 20 at 6:00 p.m. Pack a healthy picnic to eat, enjoy a storywalk on the Riverwalk, and cool off with a tasty treat before the night is over! And everyone is going home with a special book from our friends at the Ionia County Great Start Collaborative. This program is recommended for families with children ages 8 and under.

Registration is required!

The Fresh Food Bonanza

Welcome to the Fresh Food Bonanza! Starting Monday, July 10, we are inviting patrons to pick from the many fresh herbs and veggies in our garden, take the pickings home, and create some edible magic in the kitchen! Patrons can submit photo entries of their delicious creations via email to epock@ portlandmilibrary.com for a chance to win a prize. Each week, patrons can submit as many photos as they’d like and a winner will be drawn every Friday until September 25. We can’t wait to see what kinds of tasty plates our patrons will create!

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.

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

WEDNESDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the First Congregational Church, 421 East Bridge Street in the Fellowship Hall. 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.

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.

THURSDAY – TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) A non-profit weight loss support group meets weekly, 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Portland Apartments, 1800 Lillian Blvd. Community Room. Call 517-647-2025.

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

SARANAC –

AUGUST 12 – AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY GOLF OUTING at Morrison Lake Golf Club. Sign up at the Saranac American Legion.

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.

RON HUHN ESTATE AUCTION

LOCATED AT 1690 KEEFER HIGHWAY, LYONS, MICHIGAN 3 miles west of Portland on Grand River Avenue to Keefer Highway then 6 miles north

SATURDAY MORNING, JULY 22 AT 9:30AM

A large and diverse auction including a good representation of antiques, some furnishings, tools, Heintz Art Metal lamp, post, trade cards, interesting books, a number of County Plat books from the 1800’s including Ionia, Montcalm, & State of Michigan, Ansel Adams framed photographs, cast iron toys and banks, Grandfathers clock, padlock and a 50-100 piece collections of cast iron including Wagner and & Griswold, Excellent large burl bowl, coffee grinders, butter molds, Mason decoy, stoneware, clocks, A rare John Deere Advertising wall regulator time and calendar clock (this has been in the family since the 1950’s; graniteware, crockery, oil lamps, some glassware, apple basket, Straight razors, a good group of brass horse bells strings, a large Lunkenheimer steam whistle, antique tools, scales, brass pails and apple butter kettles, stationary steam engine, knives (a large group), planes, sheet music, 40 sets of deer horns, shop tools, tool chests, extension cords, gun cases, broad axes, lots of bottles, compressor, leaf blower, pressure washer, Generator, sander, ladders, clamps, china cabinet, shelving, Brute rototiller, lanterns, blue marked crock and churns, copper boiler, fruit jars, traps and more. See over 150 pictures on this site. We will be selling in two rings. Dawn Huhn, Owner

Notice of Public Hearing on Increasing Property Taxes

The Ronald Township Board of the Ronald Township will hold a public hearing on a proposed increase of 0.0415 mills in the operating tax millage rate to be levied on property in 2023.

The hearing will be held on Monday, July 24, 2023 at 7:00 pm at Ronald Township Hall, 4987 Stage Rd., Ionia, MI. 48875.

The date at 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 6.15% 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 1.44% over the proceeding 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.

Air conditioning maintenance tips

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Even though air conditioning can provide relief, some people are reluctant to turn it on because of the drain on electricity and the subsequent high energy bills that come with it. Certainly running the air conditioning can be costly, but regular maintenance helps a system to work more efficiently. It also enables homeowners to recognize issues that can lead to expensive repairs if left unchecked.

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• Consider the MERV rating. The filter will have a minimum efficiency reporting value, or MERV, according to This Old House. The higher the number, the better the filtration. But a higher MERV rating requires more energy to pull air through the filter. Therefore, choose a balance of filtration and energy cost requirements.

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• Schedule annual maintenance. Homeowners may be able to handle various maintenance tasks, or they may want to have an HVAC technician come out and do the following: clean and inspect coils; adjust and replace fan belts; lubricate motors and bearings; inspect controls and safeties, check refrigerant; and determine if the unit is large enough for the home.

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