AWARDS & QUILTS OF VALOR PRESENTATIONS AT THE FIRE BARN AT 10AM
GRAND MARSHALLS: LARRY & NADINE TIEJEMA
CITIZEN OF THE YEAR: MITCH & RENEE GRIEVES
SERVICE GROUP OF THE YEAR: SARANAC COMMUNITY FIRE DEPARTMENT
BUSINESS OF THE YEAR: GRAND RIVER EXCAVATING
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AMUSEMENT PARK RIDES $5/PERSON WRISTBANDS 11AM-5PM
BEGINNING
SCRATCH PADS are available at the Ionia County Shoppers Guide! 50¢each. 13 Bridge St. Saranac.
C & W Tools will only be open afternoons starting July 12, 2024. Call ahead 616-5272724.
FOR RENT - IONIA. 3 bedrooms 2 baths. $1000 per month plus utilities. No pets. Call 616 902-2265.
2 FAMILY YARD SALE - Antiques, households, and lots of miscellaneous. August 22 & 23 9am-5pm, August 24 9am-2pm. 343 Summit St., Saranac.
WHY BUY LOCAL? A Healthier Environment! Want less congested roads and a walkable, bikeable community? Want lower taxes? Locally owned businesses typically consume less land, are located closer to residents, lessening traffic, pollution, and public infrastructure costs.
BARN SALE - August 24 & 25, 147 Superior St. Muir. Hunting and Fishing stuff, antiques and collectibles
MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE
Thursday-Saturday, August 22-24, 9am to 5pm. 8291 Grand River Ave. Saranac. Many kid items and miscellaneous items.
YARD SALE IONIA - 1191
N Bellamy Rd. Monday, August 19 through Labor Day weekend, 7AM-7PM. Hunting, fishing, camping, featuring hand tied feather gigs. Guys, don’t miss this one! Lots of household goods, too!
HANDYMAN SERVICES Saranac Area. Call Jordan at 616-430-5453.
EMERGENCY ROAD Service. Saranac and surrounding areas. On road repairs. Rob’s Towing & Auto Salvage. “CHEAP HOOKER” 616- 2927649 or 616-295-8820.
STEEL ROOFS - We put steel roofs on high barns. Free estimates. John Reurink. Call 616-527-3635.
WATERFRONT COTTAGE WITH BOATS. Openings Available! Pontoon Rentals also available. Call 616-6449414. For More information Google Ron’s waterfront cottages.
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.
Donald William Melchert, age 94, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 surrounded by his family. Donald was a veteran of the U.S Navy serving during the Korean War aboard the USS Midway. He was a member of the American Legion and the Ionia Moose Lodge. Donald was an automobile mechanic for most of his life, served on the Muir Fire Dept. for several years, was an avid bowler, loved fishing, singing karaoke, and playing golf. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Marie (Bennett) Melchert in 1990; brothers, Arthur and Raymond; sisters, Virginia, Sylvia, and Mary. Donald is survived by his children, Donald (Bobbie Jo) Melchert and his children, Shannon Kay (Galyn) Walker and Danielle Nicole Melchert; son, Roy Melchert and his children, Cpt. Roy (Trish) Millwood and Amber Jurimello; daughter, Minnie Clark and her children, Lonnis W. Eavey, Holly Leone (Jimmy) Clack and Candis Yvonne Hantal-Eavey; son, Joseph (Rebecca) Melchert and their children, David Choinere, Christine Choinere, Irene Melchert, and Jessica Melchert; daughter, Christina Mae (Douglas) Furman and their children, Christopher Douglas Furman and Corinne Ann (Gary II) Daily; son, Otis (Tammy) Melchert and their children, Heather (Joe) Melchert and Nicholas (Kristy) Melchert; daughter, Julia Ann (Michael) Joseph and their children, Raymond Kolarik, Theodore Kolarik, Chad Kolarik, Phillip Kolarik, Tasheenia Joseph, and Jacob Joseph; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be conducted by Roy Melchert (son) at 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 23, 2024 at Tuttle Cemetery. The family will receive friends for lunch and sharing of memories on Friday from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the Ionia Moose Lodge. Arrangements are entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.
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NORMINGTON Emma J. Normington, of Belding, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024 at the age of 89. She was born in Riley Township on June 8, 1935 to Charles C. and Anna E. (Truesdell) Valentine. Emma married the love of her life, Lyman R. Normington on October 28, 1958 and they shared 65 years of marriage together. She was a devoted member of First Christian Church in Ionia for many years. Emma enjoyed reading, crafting, and sewing in her spare time. Above all, Emma was a proud homemaker, she spent countless hours making sure her family was well taken care of. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Preceding Emma in death are her parents; sisters, Mary Tasker, Susan Stowell, and Nancy Kirk; and brothers, Wayne Valentine, David Valentine, and Richard Valentine. Left to cherish her memory are her beloved husband, Lyman Normington of Belding; sons, Ray (Holly) Normington of Rockford and David Normington of Belding; daughter, Susan (Ken) Crawford of Belding; six grandchildren: Taylor, Cody, Lindsey, Devin, Andy, and Sierra; great-grandchild, Jasper Normington; and brothers, Buster (Barbara) Valentine of Ionia and Clare (Viva) Valentine of Lowell.
The Funeral Service honoring Emma will be held at held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 24, 2024 at the Lehman Funeral Home, 220 Rich Street, Ionia. The family will receive friends beginning one hour prior to the service at the funeral chapel. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery, Muir. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.
† OLSON Judy Kay Olson age 81 of Grand Rapids, MI passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024, after a long battle with Ovarian Cancer. She was born on February 6, 1943, in Ionia the daughter of Roy and Bernice (Wells) Lake. Judy married the love of her life Herbert “Herb” Olson on June 29, 1968, sharing 55 years of love and laughter together.
Surviving Judy are her children Mark Olson of Grand Rapids, Julie Olson of Bangor, MI, Tammy (Scott) Poling of Tecumseh and Dawn Olson of Grand Rapids. Grandchildren Jessica Burns, Joshua Olson, Stephanie Forbes (Lafata), Stacey Lafata, Emily Lafata, Nathan Reyes, Amber Reyes, Nicholas Reyes, Andrew Reyes, Rylan Kozak, Lillian Kozak, 8 great-grandchildren and many half siblings. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Herb, son Douglas Badder and brother Gerald Lake. Judy was an amazing cook and could often be found in the kitchen whipping up a batch of her famous Christmas cookies which her children often volunteered her to make for their school holiday parties. (Don’t ask for the recipe as this is a family secret.) She would often take meals to friends or family if they were sick or in need. Judy also loved shopping, going to the casino, tending to the beautiful flower gardens that her husband created for her as well as birdwatching. A memorial service will be held at Lake Funeral Home in Saranac on Saturday, August 24th at 1:00 PM with Pastor Ryan Morter officiating. There will be a visitation 1 hour prior to the service. Interment will be a private family service at Easton Cemetery. For those who choose to do so, in lieu of flowers the family requests that you make memorial contributions to the Ovarian Cancer Association. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com
AREA DEATHS
† ANDERSON
Ruth Marie Anderson, age 85, of Muir, passed away Friday, August 9, 2024.
† GUNN
William Howard Gunn, age 93, of Belding, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2024.
† HANLEY
Richard D. Hanley, age 80, of Portland, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024.
† KEUSCH
Marion Louise Keusch, age 100, of Portland, passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024.
† LEWIS
Loren La Verne Lewis, age 77, of Ionia, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024.
Anne E. Zimmer, age 67, of Portland, passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2024.
† NELSON
Joseph H. Nelson, age 89, of Portland, passed away Friday, August 9, 2024.
† PLATTE
Frank Leonard Platte, age 76, of Portland, passed away Monday, August 12, 2024.
† ZIMMER
888-996-8586
FOR SALE - Glass Deck Railing: 4” X 32” glass baluster panels from DecKorators. I have 170 pieces that will provide for 100’ of deck railing. These provide a nice way to keep your view and still let some air flow through to your deck. New, these sell for over $14 each. I will take half that. 616-824-5350.
Remember a Veteran! Purchase a brick in their honor at the Belding Veterans Park. Contact Holly at 616-8945488. $50 per brick.
FOR SALE - John Deere 1025R 4x4 diesel tractor with quick attach loader and quick attach drive. Over 60” mower, forks and weight box. 25hp with less than 300 hours. Like brand new and nearly $10K less than new. $16,500. 616-291-1413.
RECONDITIONED BATTERIES: $40 plus exchange. Wandel Auto Salvage, 2200 Welch Road, Ionia. 616-5273792.
NOTARY SERVICE now available at The Ionia County Shoppers Guide. Monday through Thursday, 8am to 3pm. Call ahead to schedule 616-642-9411.
HELP WANTED - Pet groomer. Must have two years of experience. Needed for part time or full time. Please call Particular Pets at 616-527-9337. Taking New Clients!
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.
IONIA COUNTY FISHING & HUNTING SPORTSMAN SALE Saturday August 24, 2024- 9am to 3pm. Bertha Brock Park. Come check out the deals!
Multi-family garage sale. 1310 E. David Hwy, Ionia. Fri. Aug. 23 & Sat. Aug. 24. 9am to 4pm. No presales and bills $20 and under accepted. SEALY crib to toddler bed w/mattress, Vintage TONKA’s, full size mattress, water fountain, BluRay, DVD’s and Play Station games. Helmets, Inversion table, camping chairs, furniture, tools, jewelry, fancy dresses, men & womens clothes, toys, games AND SO MUCH MORE!!!
SEPTEMBER FULL-TIME HIRING AT THE END OF SEASON CALL 616-374-8837 FOR MORE INFORMATION OR E-MAIL: kristyz@tcfi.com
***WATER MAIN FLUSHING***
The Village of Saranac will be flushing water mains per the following schedule
BRIDGE STREET AND THE WEST SIDE OF TOWN
Monday, August 19th through Thursday, August 22nd
EAST OF BRIDGE STREET
Monday, August 26th through Thursday, August 29th
Flushing will take place between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. During this time, residents may experience variations in water pressure and/or discolored water.
If you have questions regarding this procedure please call 642-6324 during normal business hours, or 642-6960 after hours, to reach our on-call employee.
Attorney Stephen C. Watt, over 40 years of experience, reasonable rates for estate planning including trusts, wills, and power of attorneys. Call 616-776-0000.
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.
HAVING GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS? We can Help! Call us for service or a new install. O.C. Construction 616-291-4520 - Darrell.
MOVING SALE - August 2224, 9am to 5pm. 996 Prairie Creek Rd. Ionia, Rockwood Premier Camper, antique bedroom set, free standing generator, King size bed, living room set, extension ladders, antique wooden row boat with electric motor, books, baby toys and lots of household.
WOOD CHIPS - 3 yards of red and 4 yards of black. I can deliver for $30 a yard. Yard and Farm 616-443-7644.
WELCOME!! We are Open Monday-Friday 10am, to 4pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm. Seymour Furniture. Downtown Ionia. 616527-0630.
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C & S DRYWALL - 20 years experience. Hang, finish, hand texture ceilings. Free estimates. 616-868-6140. Used chainsaws for sale. Stihl MS271 with 16” bar, Nice! for $200. MS460 with 24” bar, $450. Husqvarna 455 Rancher with 20” bar, $200. Stihl 021 with 16” bar, $100. Stop in at Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795.
TRASH REMOVAL - Free estimate. All scrap metal and appliance. Free removal. Call J+J (616) 719-9742.
FOR SALE - 1996 Corvette Sport Coupe. 103;000 miles. Beautiful car. Everything works. Show car quality. Serious buyers only. Call for appointment. 989 -8552835.
FOR SALE - RAM
208 Big Horn quad cab. 128,200 miles. $10,000. 616-7552677.
HUGE SALE - August 22, 23 and 24, Vintage items, glassware, furniture, mens stuff and miscellaneous. 8775 Peck Lake Rd. Saranac. Pictures on facebook market place on Wednesday. 9am to 5pm No Early Sales!
C & W Tools will only be open afternoons starting July 12, 2024. Call ahead 616-5272724.
SAYERS TREE SERVICE:
Trimming, removal, brush chipping, lot clearing, and stump grinding. Free estimates. Insured. 616527-4762.
GARAGE SALE - August 22-24, 9am to 5pm. 8485 Hidden Trail, Orleans. Girls clothes, toys, booster seat, household goods, etc.
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.
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.
Happy Birthday
Please Join the family of Connie Scheurer in wishing her a Happy 80th Birthday on August 25th. A card sent to her at 7395 Bluewater Hwy., Muir, MI 48860 would make her Day!
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. BTS Landscaping for All your outdoor needs. Free Estimates. Call 269-3558283. COLOR COPIES available at the Ionia County Shopper’s Guide, 13 Bridge Street, Saranac.
517-285-1016.
Wanted: Small cabin or suitable building in good shape to relocate to buyer’s property, in Ronald Twp. 248-3021413.
MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE - 1059 N State Rd., (North M-66) one mile north of M-66 & M-21 intersection. Friday & Saturday, August 23 & 24 10am to ? daily. Housewares, household items, miscellaneous furniture, books, baby book items and 2 pack & plays, girls clothing, adult walker, pictures, Stamping Up sets, yardstick, miscellaneous Christmas items, kids toys, women clothing and other miscellaneous items.
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GARAGE SAL E- August 22,23 and 24, 9am to 5pm. 2191 E. Grand River Ave. Portland. Numerous things! Low Prices! 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.
C & W Tools will only be open afternoons starting July 12, 2024. Call ahead 616-5272724.
BAILEY’S SEWING MACHINE REPAIR - 4849 N. State Rd. Ionia, MI48846. 616-5220702. Hours are 9am to 5pm.Singer, Brother, Pfaff.
E- MAIL CLASSIFIEDS TO: tracy.icsg@sbcglobal.net WOODARD LAKE COMMUNITY YARD SALES - Saturday, August 17, 8am to 1pm.
BUYING JUNK VEHICLES Running or not. Must have title. Free pick-up. Call Brandon. 517-647-9427.
U.S.A Flags in Stock at the Shoppers Guide. 13 N. Bridge St. Saranac. 616642-9411.
SEEING IS BELIEVING! Print advertising is where it’s at!
DRYWALL/REPAIR WORK. Big and Small jobs. Fully insured. 35 years experience. Call Tom Teunessen. 616-2182877.
FOR SALE - 2 adult tricycles. New. Stowaway brand from camping world. Red with baskets on back. Call 989855-2835
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June 1st ~September 28th
Cook Presidential Memorabilia Live & Webcast Auction. Pre-bidding now open, live auction in Leslie starts 10 a.m., Aug. 24. Hundreds of items, autographs, photos, pins, more. Visit EpicAuctions.com for more information.
2pm For Vendors Information, Contact Ann Pennington at 616.902.6558 or email: ioniafarmersmarket@gmail.com
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.
Need mower parts? Check with us! From spark plugs to engines, we have what you need! We also have used parts. Decks , transmissions, etc. Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795.
C & W Tools will only be open afternoons starting July 12, 2024. Call ahead 616-5272724.
Call for a Free Insurance Quote or Review… Becky Wagner, All Seasons Insurance 989-584-3155.
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.
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ANNUAL ST. ANTHONY’S CHURCH FESTIVAL August 25 – 6070 David Hwy. 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Chicken dinner, entertainment, kids activities, raffle, 50/50, silent auction, crafts, baked goods and produce. All proceeds benefit St. Anthony’s and the community.
FOR SALE - Echo 330 EVL chainsaw with case, 3 saw blades, wrench, sharpener, $200 or best offer. 616522-7368.
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August Consignment Online Auction, Aug. 22-26. 1996 Geo Tracker, Harley Davidson Road King, tractors, power washers, firearms, hand tools, power tools, generators, and more! To bid, see catalog visit NarhiAuctions. com. 810-266-6474.
YMETAL 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.
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BUILT RITE POLE BUILDINGS
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FOR RENT - IONIA. 3 bedrooms 2 baths. $1000 per month plus utilities. No pets. Call 616 902-2265.
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NOTICE
The proposed budget of the Ionia Conservation District for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2024 will be presented to the District Board for final approval at the regular monthly meeting at 1:00 p.m. on 9-9-23. The Public is invited to comment on the proposed budget at this time. Copies of the proposed budget are available at the District office located at 431 Swartz Ct. Suite #300, Ionia, Mi 48846
MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE
Thursday-Saturday, August 22-24, 9am to 5pm. 8291 Grand River Ave. Saranac. Many kid items and miscellaneous items.
2 FAMILY YARD SALE - Antiques, households, and lots of miscellaneous. August 22 & 23 9am-5pm, August 24 9am-2pm. 343 Summit St., Saranac.
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WOOD CHIPS - 3 yards of red and 4 yards of black. I can deliver for $30 a yard. Yard and Farm 616-443-7644.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TOWNSHIP OF ORLEANS
TOWNSHIP OF ORLEANS FIRE OPERATIONS AND EQUIPMENT
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO.1
NOTICE IS GIVEN:
1. That the Township Board of the Township of Orleans has tentatively determined to make the following necessary improvement:
TOWNSHIP OF ORLEANS FIRE OPERATIONS AND EQUIPMENT
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO.1
to consist of the maintenance and operation of a fire department, including personnel, administration and the purchase of fire motor vehicles, apparatus, equipment, materials and housing as necessary to maintain and operate a fire department within the boundaries of the Township.
2. The Special Assessment District will consist of all land and premises within the boundaries of the Township as generally depicted in the map below and consisting generally of Bricker Road to the North, Bradley and Chickering Roads to the West, Woolridge and Cowan Roads to the South and M-66 (Green Arrow Rte) to the East; provided, however, that there shall be no assessment against property exempt under the General Property Tax Act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.1 to 211.155.
3. The annual estimate of the costs and expenses to maintain and operate a fire department, including personnel, administration and the purchase of fire motor vehicles, apparatus, equipment, materials and housing, is on file with the Township Clerk for public examination at Township Hall at 3077 Palmer Road, Orleans, MI 48865. Any property owner or party in interest wishing to examine such document should call the Township Clerk at (616) 761-3111 extension 3 for an appointment.
4. The Township Board of the Township of Orleans has determined that the costs and expenses to maintain and operate a fire department shall be assessed against the Special Assessment District consisting of all land and premises within the boundaries of the Township (provided, however, that there shall be no assessment against property exempt under the General Property Tax Act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.1 to 211.155).
5. The Township Board will hold a public hearing at Township Hall at 3077 Palmer Road, Orleans, MI 48865 on August 27, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. local time, on the annual estimate of costs and expenses, the question of creating the Special Assessment District and defraying the expenses of the Special Assessment District by special assessment on the property to be especially benefitted (except property exempt from the collection of taxes under the General Property Tax Act) and to hear and consider objections, if any, to the cost estimate and Special Assessment District therefor, and any other matters related thereto from persons interested in or liable to be assessed for the public improvement. Any persons objecting to any aspect of the public improvement shall file their objections thereto in writing with the Township Board at or before the close of the hearing.
This notice is given by order of the Township Board.
DATED: Melissa Harper August 10, 2024 Township Clerk #26001697
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PROFESSIONAL LAWN SERVICE: Fertilization, weed control, seeding, aeration and mosquito control. Call now for a free quote. Ask about our first application special! 1-877-411-0998
FOR SALE - 1996 Corvette Sport Coupe. 103;000 miles. Beautiful car. Everything works. Show car quality. Serious buyers only. Call for appointment. 989 -855- 2835.
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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.
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– CLARKSVILLE –
TUESDAY – AA MEETING Every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at Clarksville Bible Church, 191 S Main Street.
– IONIA –
AUGUST 21 – RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE 11:00 a.m.
to 4:45 p.m. at the Ionia Moose Lodge, 869 E Bluewater Hwy. Walk-ins welcome. Bring a donor card or photo ID. AUGUST 26 – IONIA/MONTCALM SERA CHAPTER
6 MEETING 115 Hudson Street. Lunch at noon, program by Michigan SERA Legislative Representative, Mary Pollock to follow. Reservations: call 616-523-4000, 616-755-1555 or email docook00@gmail.com
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 9017779 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 –
AUGUST 17 – 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. ***No Yoga August 31***
AUGUST 20 – BRIDGE GROUP Looking for a new experience? Join the Bridge Group at the Lake Odessa Community Library on Tuesdays, July 9 - August 27, 9:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.
AUGUST 21 – A MATTER OF BALANCE CLASS at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Wednesdays, through September 11, 2:30-4:30 PM. To register and/or for more information, call the Ionia County Commission on Aging at 616-527-5365.
AUGUST 22 – TEEN GAME CLUB Lake Odessa Community Library from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for ages 11-17. The library is hosting teen chess tournaments, D&D, and other fun games. Friends, Games, Fun, Snacks! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.
AUGUST 24 – 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.
***No Yoga August 31***
AUGUST 27 – BRIDGE GROUP Looking for a new experience? Join the Bridge Group at the Lake Odessa Community Library on Tuesdays, July 9 - August 27, 9:30 a.m. Everyone
is welcome! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.
AUGUST 28 – A MATTER OF BALANCE CLASS at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Wednesdays, through September 11, 2:30-4:30 PM. To register and/or for more information, call the Ionia County Commission on Aging at 616-527-5365.
AUGUST 29 – TEEN GAME CLUB Lake Odessa Community Library from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for ages 11-17. The library is hosting teen chess tournaments, D&D, and other fun games. Friends, Games, Fun, Snacks! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.
AUGUST 31 – CLOSED The Lake Odessa Community Library will be closed for Labor Day.
SEPTEMBER 4 – A MATTER OF BALANCE CLASS at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Wednesdays, through September 11, 2:30-4:30 PM. To register and/or for more information, call the Ionia County Commission on Aging at 616-527-5365.
SEPTEMBER 11 – A MATTER OF BALANCE CLASS at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Wednesdays, through September 11, 2:30-4:30 PM. To register and/or for more information, call the Ionia County Commission on Aging at 616-527-5365.
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 –
AUGUST 17 – BAKED POTATO/SALAD BAR 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at V.F.W. 4646. All the fixin's included! $10. Public welcome!
– 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, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Portland District Library. Call 517-647-2025.
FRIDAY – BINGO at 9:30 a.m. at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.
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AUGUST 25 – ANNUAL ST. ANTHONY'S CHURCH
FESTIVAL 6070 David Hwy. 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Chicken dinner, entertainment, kids activities, raffle, 50/50, silent auction, crafts, baked goods and produce. All proceeds benefit St. Anthony's and the community.
AUGUST 29 – FEEDING AMERICA MOBILE FOOD
PANTRY 430 p.m. at Saranac Community Church. Ionia County residents are welcome, equal opportunity provider.
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.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BERLIN TOWNSHIP
BERLIN TOWNSHIP FIRE OPERATIONS AND EQUIPMENT
SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
2024 SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL NOTICE IS GIVEN:
1. That the Township Board of Berlin Township, in accordance with the laws in such case made and provided, will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 7:00 p.m., at Berlin Orange Fire Hall, 265 W. David Highway, Ionia, Michigan 48846, to review and to hear any objections to the 2024 estimated costs and expenses and the 2024 Special Assessment Roll and the distribution of the levy for the BERLIN TOWNSHIP FIRE OPERATIONS AND EQUIPMENT SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1.
2. That said improvement consists of the maintenance and operation of a fire department, including personnel, administration and the purchase of fire motor vehicles, apparatus, equipment, materials and housing as necessary to maintain and operate a fire department within the boundaries of the Township.
3. That the total amount to be proposed to be specially assessed in the Special Assessment District and the proposed assessment for 2024 is as follows:
4. That the Special Assessment District consists of all land and premises within the boundaries of the Township as generally depicted in the map below and consisting generally of the Grand River to the North (excluding that portion in the City of Ionia), Jackson Road to the West, Goodemoot Road to the South and M-66 to the East; provided, however, that there shall be no assessment against property exempt under the General Property Tax Act, 1893 PA 206, MCL 211.1 to 211.155.
5. That the proposed costs and expenses and the proposed special assessment roll for 2024 is now on file with the Township Clerk for public inspection at Berlin Orange Fire Hall, 265 W. David Highway, Ionia, Michigan 48846. Any property owner or party in interest wishing to examine the proposed costs and expenses and the proposed special assessment roll should call the Township Clerk at (616) 527-9567 for an appointment.
6. If the proposed special assessment roll is confirmed, or is modified and confirmed, the special assessment will be collected in the same manner as property taxes as provided by law. This special assessment will be collected with the winter taxes.
7. Any person objecting to the special assessment roll shall file his/her objection thereto in writing with the Township Clerk before the close of the hearing. That any person objecting to the special assessment roll may file a written appeal with the State Tax Tribunal. The written appeal must be filed with the State Tax Tribunal within 30 days after confirmation of the roll. Appearance and protest at the hearing to confirm the special assessment roll is required in order to appeal the amount of the assessment to the State Tax Tribunal. An appearance may be in person, by agent, or by letter.
This notice is given by order of the Township Board of Berlin Township.
DATED: Rachael Alexander August 17, 2024
Township Clerk
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