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THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS FOR A SUCCESSFUL BRIDGE BRIDGE festival 2023

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

FOR SALE - 14ft. Sea Nymph. 2 seats, open middle, 15 hp, 4 stroke tiller, electric start, 2023 Sea Nymph trailer with new hubs and bearings. Asking $3250. 616-522-0853.

FOR SALE - 2012 Chevy Traverse LT $8550. I.C.A.T Motors. M-21 & Saranac Corners. 616-236-6244.

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

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

BAILEY’S SEWING MACHINE REPAIR - 4849 N. State Rd. Ionia, MI48846. 616-5220702. Hours are 9am to 5pm.Singer, Brother, Pfaff.

HUGE SUMMER SALE !!!

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 zero turns! 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

FOR SALE - 2010 GMC 1500 78k miles $7500. 616 - 5272054.

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

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

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

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

TRASH REMOVAL TODAY. Garbage, brush, building materials, appliances, etc. Also 12, 15, 16 yard trash trailers for rent. (616) 527-2798.

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SAINT ANTHONY PARISH IN SARANAC, MI WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF OUR GENEROUS, LOCAL BUSINESSES FOR HELPING MAKE OUR 26TH ANNUAL CHURCH FESTIVAL A HUGE SUCCESS!!!

Ability Weavers (Lowell)

American Legion-Post 175 (Saranac)

Applebee’s (Ionia)

Arby’s (Ionia)

Aunt Stephie’s (Ionia)

Auto Zone (Ionia)

Ball’s Ice Cream (Lowell)

Betten Baker GMC (Lowell)

Big L Lumber (Sheridan)

Biggby Coffee (Lowell)

Blundy-Hoppes Tire & Auto (Ionia)

Buck Stop Barber (Saranac)

Continental Homes (Ionia)

Corner Stop Ice Cream (Lowell)

Culver’s (Ionia)

Dan’s Bike Shop (Ionia)

Day in the Sun Tanning Salon (Ionia)

Denny’s Farm Market (Saranac)

El Mariachi (Ionia)

24/7 Fitness (Ionia)

Flat River Grill (Lowell)

Geldhof (Ionia)

Gill-Roy’s Hardware (Ionia)

Great Clips (Ionia)

Herbruck’s (Saranac)

Hesche’s (Saranac)

Horrocks Nursery (Ionia)

Independent Bank (Saranac)

Ionia Floral (Ionia)

Jet’s Pizza (Lowell)

Jimmy John’s (Ionia)

Joe’s Place (Saranac)

Jones’ Farm Market (Saranac)

Ken’s Market (Ionia)

Little Caesars (Lowell)

Mane Stage Salon (Ionia)

Marathon (Ionia)

Matthews House (Ionia)

Menards (Ionia)

Mynt Fusion Bistro (Lowell)

Mooville (Ionia)

Napa Auto Parts (Ionia)

Pinkney Hill Meat Co. (Saranac)

Pizza Hut (Ionia)

Quick Lube (Ionia)

Real Pro Auto (Saranac)

Real Pro Auto Wash (Ionia)

Sabor Mexicano (Lowell)

Saranac Hardware (Saranac)

Saranac Sweet Treats (Saranac)

Seymour Furniture (Ionia)

Shopper’s Guide (Saranac)

Sid’s Flower Shop (Ionia)

S & K Printing (Ionia)

Sneaker’s Restaurant (Lowell)

Starbucks (Lowell)

Viki’s Pasty Shop (Saranac)

VIP Salon (Saranac)

White Water Express Car Wash (Ionia)

Wreckers Sports (Ionia)

Young Chevrolet GMC (Ionia)

FOR SALE - Washer & Dryer. Excellent condition, $550. Set of metal outdoor chairs with cushions, $30 for the pair. Beautiful china cabinet, $350. 614-639-1551.

FLAGS! FLAGS! FLAGS! We have porch pole banner flags or the standard flags for poles. Show your Pride!!

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.

SPECIAL THANKS TO

Thank you

to the Saranac Community Association and all of the community members for allowing me the honor of serving as Grand Marshal for the 2023 Bridge Festival. It was a wonderful day that proved to me what I already knew... Saranac is a great place to live!

June Truswell

FREE SCRAP REMOVAL Rototillers, riding mowers, batteries, snowmobiles, vehicles. Paying $100 to $500, Depending on condition. 616-881-7131.

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

SEEING IS BELIEVING! Print advertising is where it’s at! 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.

– OBITUARIES –

† BIBBLER Bernard A. “Bernie” Bibbler age 74 of Saranac passed away August 29, 2023. He was born February 9, 1949 in Lowell, the son of Otis and Bernice (Wilczewski) Bibbler. Bernie entered the Army in 1968 serving during Vietnam. He worked as a painter for many years especially enjoying a finished paint job. Bernie met the love of his life Toni Frazer in 1981, together they enjoyed many adventures together. He was a Member of the American Legion. Bernie also known as “Bluegill Bernie” loved to fish almost daily and organized his own annual fish fry at the American Legion in Saranac that he would donate the raised funds to the Legion. He loved to Hunt, hang out with his buddies that he liked to prank. Bernie would give you anything.

Surviving are his Longtime Companion Toni Frazer of Saranac. Son; Steve (Marcie) Frazer of Lowell. Granddaughters; Riley and Paige Frazer. Brother-in-law Scott (Darla) Minard of Florida. 3 Sisters and 1 Brother also survive. Several Nieces and Nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, 4 sisters, 6 brothers and brother-in-law Ed Minard. A celebration of Life will be held at the Saranac American Legion September 8th from 5:00-8:00 PM Those wishing may make memorial contributions to his Family. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Saranac. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

† HAWKINS Bobby Mike Hawkins, age 87, of Ionia, formerly of Texas and longtime resident of California, passed away on August 25, 2023. He was born on February 24, 1936, in Pampa, Texas, the son of Othel and Mary (Hopkins) Hawkins. Mike married Sandra Jeanne Vickery on September 14, 1963, in Carson City, Nevada.

He owned and operated RH&M, Inc., Engine Parts & Machine, Quality Truck & Tractor, and Esparto Auto Supply all in the Woodland, California area.

Mike was a Navion pilot and also wrote in the publication for the Navioneers. He loved traveling to Baja where he enjoyed scuba diving for lobster. Mike had great times with his buddies drinking scotch and telling jokes.

His loving wife of 59 years, Sandra Hawkins, of Lowell, Michigan survives him, as well as, daughters Michele Mapes of Arlington, Texas, Melissa (Mario) Macias of Grand Prairie, Texas, Jessica Marie Riggs of Woodland, California, Jennifer Jeanne Fleming and Ethan Mathes of Roseville, California; grandchildren Amber (Melissa) Womack of Arlington, Texas, Ceara Mapes of Arlington, Texas, Bailey (Jermaine) Armstead of Plumas Lake, California, Taylor Macias of Los Angeles, California, Roger Othel Riggs of Woodland, California, Jordan Makenna Riggs of Woodland, California, Cayman Fleming and Fiance’ Tyler Russell of Fair Oaks, California, and Gavin Fleming and Fiance’ Ellie Henry of Ionia, Michigan; great-grandchildren Canyon Mae Russell, Waylon Mike Fleming, and Wylder Paul Fleming; several great-great-grandchildren; brother Sam Lee (Miki) Hawkins of Yuba City, California; sister-in-law Loretta JeRue of Ionia, Michigan, and brother-in-law Vaughn (Sonia) Vickery of Lowell, Michigan.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, brother Pat Hawkins, sons-in-law Jim Mapes and Larry Alan Riggs, sister-in-law Valerie Lordly, and brother-in-law Kevin Lordly. He is also survived by several special friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Lake Funeral Home in Ionia on Saturday, October 7th at 11:00 a.m. Reception to follow at The Vickery’s located at 4618 Kyser Rd, Lowell, Michigan 49331.

Arrangements in the care of Lake Funeral Home of Saranac, Michigan. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com..

Area Deaths

† ALLEN

Ronald D. Allen, Jr., age 61, of Belding, passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2023.

† FANDEL

Lawrence B. Fandel, age 72, of Portland, passed away Saturday, August 26,

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.

SHOPPERS GUIDE HOURS

Monday - Thursday 8am to 3pm. Closed Friday -Sunday. DEADLINES ARE NOON ON THURSDAYS!!!

& Staff Employees. Please bring a dish to pass and BYOB. Meat, Buns, condiments, plates, silverware coffee, tea and water will be provided. Any Questions call Pat: 616-755-3331.

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.

SHOPPER’S GUIDE Closed

Monday, September 4 in observance of Labor Day.

U.S.A Flags in Stock at the Shoppers Guide. 13 N. Bridge St. Saranac. 616642-9411.

LARGE HOUSEHOLD & BARN SALE! To many items to list! Saturday September 2, 8:30am to 7:30pm. 1000 Dildine Rd, Ionia. Home of the Buffalo’s! EMERGENCY ROAD Service. Saranac and surrounding areas. On road repairs. Rob’s Towing & Auto Salvage. “CHEAP HOOKER” 616- 2927649 or 616-295-8820.

† REISBIG

John “Pete” Reisbig age 77, of Ionia, MI passed away, August 25, 2023. He was born May 11, 1946 in Grand Rapids, MI. The son of Alexander and Margret Reisbig. He cherished many skating sessions at Ionia Skateland with all generations of his community. Pete’s favorite past time over many decades was spending time working on race cars and racing at dirt tracks. He had a strong passion and talent for concrete flat work.

Pete was proceeded in death by his parents Alexander and Margret Reisbig, Linda Baker significant other, brothers Alexander Reisbig, Jim Reisbig and Bill Reisbig sisters Helen Hammond, Nancy Addington, Lea Sterner, Mary Martin and Ann Henry.

Pete is survived by daughters Tamara (Damon) Wentworth and Jennifer (Mitch) Peters, granddaughter Reann (Dan) Lee, Scott Baker, and Mike Clark. Also his sister Judy (Don) Eighmey and brother Gary (Carol) Reisbig and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Pete will be missed dearly by his family, friends, and many generations of his community.

A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, October 1st, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at Ionia Skateland 820 N. Jefferson Street, Ionia, MI. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may er.

RENCH

Daniel Lee Rench, age 37 of Hubbardston, Michigan, died unexpectedly on August 25, 2023. He was born in March of 1986 in Hastings, Michigan to Lucinda (Sindie) Rench-Endsley and Delano Endsley Jr.

Daniel is survived by five children: Mariah (17), Brianna (15), Starlette (10), Daniel Jr. (4), and Kenzlee (2); Siblings: Sherri, Tonya (Spenser), and Miranda (Josh).

Cruising the back roads with his Jeep or Harley and busting knuckles in his mechanic shop were just a couple of his many passions. His biggest life goal was to be the world’s greatest dad.

He was employed by Matcor in Ionia, Michigan Graveside services will be held Friday, September 1, 2023 at 2pm at Tuttle Cemetery in Ionia, Michigan. Procession from Lake Funeral Home in Ionia, Michigan. Line up at 1:30pm. There will be a Celebration of Life Potluck bonfire Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 11188 Minkley Drive Portland Mich. 48875 Please bring a dish to pass. No alcohol please! 4:20 friendly. “Shitchya” -Daniel Rench Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

WHY BUY LOCAL? Get Greater Value! Neutral3rd party surveys repeatedly show independent businesses beating their chain competitors in overall customer satisfaction.

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

FOR SALE - 2011 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, $17,999. I.C.A.T Motors. M-21 and Saranac Corner. 616-2366244.

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.

CAR, TRUCK

MARY’S COVE 154 Kent St. Portland, MI. DOWNTOWN. I’m looking for Business Owners, Mary Kay, Norwex, Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Arts and Crafts, and more.$30.00 per day, POP up For Saturdays and Sundays. Discounted if do both days. Contact me. Mary Kay - 517 282 3616. May consider Friday’s too towards Holidays.

FOR SALE - Electrical wheel chair from the Scooter Store. Needs new batteries, $400. Also a power lift chair, $50. 616-527-2241.

HELP WANTED - Construction. Roofing & Siding experience. Must have own transportation. Call F. Thomas Builders Inc. 616-527-7090.

R.E. RUEHSGARAGE, INC.

1326 N. State Rd., Ionia 616-527-2660

RV MOBILE REPAIRS AND SERVICE

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.

DRIVER’S LICENSE SUSPENDED or REVOKED? Don’t get sucked into $100-$300 evaluation fees. I NEVER charge for your record evaluation and consultation! Driver’s license RESTORATION: $3,500 includes all filing fees and FREE consultation and evaluation of your case. Have a question? Call Attorney Martin Mead, 616-2350330. Visit www.Attor neyMartinMead.com.

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

FOR SALE - 2005 Chrysler Pacifica AWD. $4500. I.C.A.T Motors. M-21 & Saranac Corners. 616-236-6244.

revolver; Beretta 9 mm 84FS Cheetah w/2 clips; Colt AR 15 w/heads up sight w/3 magazines 30 rounds; Model 94 Winchester 30 – 30; Model 464 Mossberg 30-30 Silver; Marlin semi-automatic i22 rifle w/scope; Cricket .22 rifle bolt action; Winchester Model 101 20 gauge over/under; Smith & Wesson M & P 15-22 5 magazines 25 rounds; Gun cases; 2 bows (1 Hoyt, 1 Kids Genesis Crossbow); AUTO REPAIR & SHOP EQUIPMENT, TOOLS & CABINETS, MISCELLANEOUS - Mr. Heater 175,000 BTU Torpedo Heater; 2-door steel cabinet with 4 shelves (36 x 77 x 18); NAPA lockable shop cabinets with shelves (32 x 38 x 15); 2 - 30 x 72” rolling scaffold (bakers); Ryobi Motor Saw with Bakers Portable Stand; Spiro-grinder Concrete Sander/Grinder with attachments; Black Bull Pressure-type sandblaster; MB6510 22L 37-1/2 Wide x 22-1/2 high Matco top tool box; MC9535 - 86-1/2 Length x 31 wide x 47-1/2 high match bottom tool box; 2 Snap-on Tool carts 42L x 21W x 37-1/2 H); Matco Tool Cart with Roller Bearing Drawer (30L x 17W x 35-1/2H); 2 - 60” Metal Shop Benches (1 with lower shelf); OTC Leak Tamer / Leak detection system; 200 amp Associated Battery Charger; Torch cart with oxygen and acetylene tanks; AAMCO Brake lathe/bench/2 sets adapters; 347002 Robinair Cool Tech - R134A Machine; R22 Tanks - 410A / R234A / R1234YF; Snap-On Top 4 drawer Tool Box (36L x 21-1/2W x 19H); Mac Bottom 8 drawer Tool Box (34L x 25W x 41H); Matco 6 drawer Tool Bottom box (30L x 22W x 42H); 4 - HD Shelves (77L x 24W x 72H); 6 Shelf steel bookcase (36L x 12W x 85H); Branick Model 7200 Strut Spring Compressor; Snap-on Timing Light; Matco Timing Light; New Matco Oil Pressure Set; Matco R13A Manifold Set; Grey Pneumatic Magnetic Socket set (1/2” metric drive); Steelman Chassis Cars; New Matco Universal Ratcheting Serpentine Belt Wrench Set; MU4535 Mityvac Cooling system air evacuation kit; IRB75F Matco 3/8 torque wrench; OTC Ford 40 SOHC Tool Kit; New OTC 1182 Cone-type puller set; New Cornwell picks and screwdriver set; New, used and rebuilt air tools; Fluke I410 Amp Clamp AC/DC; Matco QF70880 Quick-fill for radiator; New Matco Test Light; Model SP22 Surge Vacuum Pump with 2 cylinder Deutz engine; GENERATORS - Model MEP802A 5 KW Military Generator with 135 hours on M116A3 Tilt Bed Trailer; Model 903C 10 KW Military Generator with 179 hours; MOTORCYCLE -KAYAKS - 2018 Suzuki Model TU-250X with all terrain tires and luggage rack (247 miles); Motorcycle carrier for truck hitch; 3 Kayaks with paddles; AUTOMATIC CHICKEN PLUCKERSchweiss Chicken Plucker; HOUSEHOLD, HUNTING, SMALLS & MORE - Various size windows (approximately 56 x 78”) ; 4 various size live traps; T-250 watt, Canadian Solar Panel; 100 gallon, plastic water trough; Punching Bag; NEW WINDOWS (2 - 35 X 60”, 4 - 39-1/2 x 76”, 32 x 38 x 15, 6 - 22 x 80); 6 Propane tanks and gauges; Antique hand grain grinder; Antique coffee grinder; 2-wheel Rubbermaid HD Wheel Barrel; Semi tire changing tools with head brakes; LAND PRIDE 3 PT. HITCH 4’ ROTOTILLER 2 Screw Jacks; Exhaust Jack; Parts for washer solvent tank; Assortment of PVC; Rolling shop stool; 2 Oil drain buckets on wheels; Transmission jack; Fuel Tank jack; Tire bead seating tank; Napa hose assortment cabinet; Napa wall mount bulb assortment; Drain plug assortment; Rockford self-tapper assortment; Durham assortment drawer cabinet; Drill doctor; 55-gallon Rotella 15 in 40; 55 gallon full strength yellow coolant; 55 gallon full synthetic automatic transmission fluid; Used pole barn steel (white and green); Spray paint; All sizes of screws; Metric and standard bolt bins; Blichman Boiler maker Beer Brew Pot; Antique Cider press; 3 pressure canners; Wagner cast iron waffle maker (#1408); Keg with hoses with homebrew; C03 Tank; 6 mover dollies; Kitchen drawer slides; Weston pro 2300 Vacuum sealer; 2 battery racks; Large wood table with drawer; Hoverboard; Rough sawn lumber; 2 Cedar beams; Several steel

HANDYMAN SERVICES

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

ATTENTION DEER HUNTERS

Donate your deer to the Portland Community Food Bank! Drop your field dressed and legally tagged deer off to Hanna-Davis Fine Meats, 4151 E Eaton Hwy, Sunfield.

Agostini’s Painting is a Licensed and Insured Interior and Exterior Painting company serving Ionia County and surrounding areas. Pressure Washing, Painting, Deck Staining, and more. Free Estimates. Give us a call today 616841-8161.

I would like to Thank everyone who stopped by to help me celebrate my 100th Birthday!

It was an enjoyable day visiting with everyone.

Nola Meyers

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.

WANT ADS GET RESULTS

SHOPPER’S GUIDE Closed Monday, September 4 in observance of Labor Day. FOR SALE - Seasoned white Ash for wood boilers. 14ft. dump trailer load. Approximately 2 full cords. $350, if more than 15 miles from Hubardston, $365. Cash Only. 989-640-8414.

WF SN-141002, John Deere 530 NF w/less that 1000 hrs. SN-5304045, (2) John Deere LA tractors, (2) Ferguson TO-35 tractors SN-158571 & SN-148125, Ford 8n, Ford 8n w/loader, Allis Chalmers WC w/ Cultivators SN-WC69491, Massey Ferguson 135 SN-9A 61707, Ford 3000, John Deere 401 Industrial w/Loader, Ford Allis-Chalmers WD, Allis-Chalmers B, Other Case tractors, Homemade Sears tractor, Doodlebug, John Deere 425 All-wheel-Steering Lawn Tractor. Antique Gas Engines– Rare Spotless Co. 2hp Side shaft, IHC 2-1/4 hp Famous, IHC 2hp Famous Vertical Water Cooled, (2) IHC 3hp Famous Vertical Water Cooled engines, Economy 2hp, Page 1-1/2hp, Fuller Johnson 7hp, Fairbanks Morse 1-1/2hp, Bull Dog 1-1/2hp, Fairbanks Morse 10hp, Mogul 1hp, Banner 1-3/4 hp, Fuller Johnson 6hp, Root & Vandervoort 4hp, Fuller Johnson 3hp, Galloway 5hp, Waterloo Boy 2-1/2hp, Monarch 1-1/2hp, (2) Root Vandervoort 2hp engines, Galloway 4hp, Economy 1-1/2Hp, John Deere 1-1/2hp, John Deere 3hp, United 1-1/2-2hp, Starch Bros(Waterloo Boy) 2-1/2hp, Sandwich, Stover 1-1/2hp, Ideal 3/4hp, Parts engines. 100+ Engine & Tractor Manuals. MISC. & ANTIQUE FARM EQUIPMENT, TOOLS & MORE – 5+ Wood Beam Walking Plows, Railroad Depot Wagon, Horse Drawn Grader. Auctioneers Note - There are barns full of items to be sold. Watch our website for pictures and future additions as we approach the sale date. ORDER OF SALE – 9:30 A.M. – Starting with small items, tools, antique farm items, pedal tractors, and miscellaneous. 10:30 A.M. – Antique Cars and

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

RECONDITIONED BAT-

TERIES: $40 plus exchange. Wandel Auto Salvage, 2200 Welch Road, Ionia. 616-5273792.

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

FOR SALE - 2007 Honda Civic LX. $6250. I.C.A.T Motors. M-21 & Saranac Corners. 616-236-6244.

Boston-Saranac Historical Society

Mark R Jennings CPA MBA PLC looking for a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant that can work well with clients in a fast pace environment. Bookkeeping and data entry experience a plus. Please either contact us at 616523-6700 or respond to our Indend.com ad.

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

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

BYWAY; CARRIAGEWAY; FREEWAY (vs TURNPIKE which collects “tolls”), both freeway and turnpike being a HIGHWAY; ROADWAY; or plain and simple, the “road.” Most everyone uses someway of getting to point B from point A daily, and really do not give much thought as to which pathway they will take. In some cases, the actual name of the road is only vaguely known, unless you are trying to give directions and then some creative descriptions come into play.

Perhaps that is how some of the road names of today were assigned. “Take that corduroy road* to Page’s farm…if you miss it, and go too far south, there’s always the road west to Peck’s farm but it is something of a washboard.**”

NOTE: * a corduroy (or log road) was a road made of felled trees laid perpendicular to the direction of the road over a low or swampy area.

** washboarding is how ripples in a dry, granular road are described and are caused by repeated traffic

One of the first (circa 1830’s) roadways in the Saranac area is now known as Morrison Lake Road, and it followed the trail forged by the local Native

American tribes from the Grand River south to Morrison Lake, following Lake Creek. How this name was selected is easy, as it was named to honor and remember Judge Jefferson Morrison, who in 1836 purchased from the government the land that the village of Saranac now occupies.

A lot of the local roadways’ names represent the earliest settlers and people of importance to the Saranac area history. Some of those roadway names: Adgate, Bennett, Bowen, Darby, David (Highway), Eddy, Lowrey, Morrison, Page, Peck (Lake), Potter, Vosper, and Weeks; are seen, as well, in the Saranac Cemetery. “Roads and early settlers” had been the proposed program for this year’s “2nd annual Cemetery Tour”.

Unfortunately, the recent storm of August 23rd and 24th has resulted in the CANCELLATION of this event. Currently, plans are to hold over the program until September 2024.

It was this same storm that probably caused a lot of folks to find alternate ways to get to point B from their point A, travelling some of the lesser-known byways, trailways and roadways. Here is to “… look(ing) for chances to take the less travelled roads. There are no wrong turns.” – Susan Magsamen.

Follow us on Facebook ™ / Saranac Depot or check with the Saranac-Clarksville library for BSHS events: www.saraclark.michlibrary.org/community-calendar#/events/

ThisisGrandRiverAvenuein1924,betweenMorrisonLakeRoadandlooking EASTtoJacksonRoad. NotthepavedI-96“emergency”roadwaythatitistoday.

September 2, 2023

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

VILLAGE OF MUIR, MICHIGAN

PLANNING COMMISSION MONDAY SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of Public Act No. 110 of 2006 the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, as amended, that the Village of Muir Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing as noticed above on September 18th, 2023 at 7:00 pm at the Village Office at 122 W Superior St, Muir, Michigan. The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider recommendation of adoption of the proposed Village of Muir Zoning Ordinance. If adopted, this will be Muir’s inaugural zoning ordinance.

The proposed ordinance will be available in the Village Office for public readership and will also be posted on the Village website, VillageOfMuirMI.gov. The public is encouraged to read the ordinance and provide written comment on the ordinance, as well as express their support or opposition to the ordinance through the methods described below.

Public comment is welcome at the public hearing. Written comments are also encouraged and will be accepted until 7:00 p.m. on September 18th, 2023. Written public comments can be mailed to or dropped off at the Village Office or sent via email to clerk@villageofmuirmi.gov. If further information is needed, please contact the Village Office, 122 W Superior St, Muir, MI, 48860, PO Box 205. The Village Office is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Telephone: 989-855-2144.

Susan Craft ~ Village Clerk

Publication: September 2, 2023

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.

WANT ADS GET RESULTS

FOR SALE - 2003 GMC Sierra 250Black, 234,459k Miles $5,900 or best offer. Please call 616642-9853 x108 for questions, to request pictures or to setup a time to see the truck.

E- MAIL CLASSIFIEDS TO: tracy.icsg@sbcglobal.net

WANTED - Free removable/ dead ash trees and any unwanted wood piles. Call 616-881-7131.

May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored and glorified now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude, Worker of miracles pray for us. St. Jude, Helper of the hopeless pray for us

LARGE HOUSEHOLD & BARN SALE! To many items to list! Saturday September 2, 8:30am to 7:30pm. 1000 Dildine Rd, Ionia. Home of the Buffalo’s!

FOR SALE - 2013 Dodge Journey SXT. $8995. I.C.A.T Motors. M-21 & Saranac Corners. 616-236-6244.

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HELP WANTED - Certified Mechanic Experienced, Good benefits. Tire Experience is a plus. Bring resume to Blundy & Hoppes, 3765 S. State Rd., Ionia MI 48846.

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ATTENTION CRAFT VENDORS Easton United Methodist Church of Ionia has a few booth spots available for our October 14 Craft Show. For more information, Call Judy at 616-690-3072.

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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 – NEW LIFE RECOVERY Every Thursday, 6:00 p.m. at First Assembly of God Ionia, 2973 E Bluewater Hwy., M-21. Take drive tooo rear of building.

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 –

SEPTEMBER 2 – LAKE ODESSA COMMUNITY LIBRARY

Closed for Labor Day weekend.

SEPTEMBER 6 – FAMILY STORY TIME at the Lake Odessa Community Library at 10:30am. Perfect for ages 2-5. A one-time registration is appreciated. Our theme this school year is Oh, the Places You'll Go! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

SEPTEMBER 7 – LEGO CHALLENGE Join the Lake Odessa Community Library at 4:00 p.m., ages 5-10. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

SEPTEMBER 13 – FAMILY STORY TIME at the Lake Odessa Community Library at 10:30am. Perfect for ages 2-5. A one-time registration is appreciated. Our theme this school year is Oh, the Places You'll Go! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

SEPTEMBER 14 – OWL PAINTING PARTY at the Lake Odessa Community Library at 4:00 p.m., ages 9 and up (adults welcomed). Registration is required by Wednesday, September 13. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

SEPTEMBER 20 – FAMILY STORY TIME at the Lake Odessa Community Library at 10:30am. Perfect for ages 2-5. A one-time registration is appreciated. Our theme this school year is Oh, the Places You'll Go! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

SEPTEMBER 21 – HOME-BASED EDUCATION Every 3rd Thursday of the month at Lake Odessa Community Library, 1:00 p.m. Our theme this school year is Mind-Building Tales. Monthly registration is encouraged! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

SEPTEMBER 26 – STEM WITH MR. MIKE at the Lake Odessa Community Library, 3:30-5:00 p.m., ages 11-16. This month our theme is Right Up Your Alley by stepping out behind the library for exploration. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

SEPTEMBER 27 – FAMILY STORY TIME at the Lake Odessa Community Library at 10:30am. Perfect for ages 2-5. A one-time registration is appreciated. Our theme this school year is Oh, the Places You'll Go! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

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. Cotact bobwarner40@gmail.com.

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SEPTEMBER 5 – KID'S BINGO 5:00 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Kids and teens are invited to stop by the library to play Bingo with friends and try to win fun prizes!

SEPTEMBER 6 – KNITTER'S CIRCLE 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow knitters to craft and learn in a friendly, supportive environment. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

SEPTEMBER 6 – STORYTIME 11:30 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that promote early literacy skills during storytime at the library.

SEPTEMBER 7 – WRITERS GROUP 10:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

SEPTEMBER 7 – GAME NIGHT 4:00 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Stop by the library to play board games, Pokemon Go, Roblox, and more!

SEPTEMBER 8 – OUTDOOR FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT Dusk at the Lyons Township District Library. Bring a blanket/chair and your favorite snacks to enjoy a showing of Matilda (PG, 1996) under the stars on the library lawn. Free popcorn and snow cones will be provided before the movie begins.

SEPTEMBER 9 – BOOKISH BINGO 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Adults are invited to play Bingo at the library for a chance to win fun prizes!

SEPTEMBER 12 – ADULT CRAFT NIGHT 5:30 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Join us at the library to design and create your own earrings. Supplies provided.

SEPTEMBER 13 – KNITTER'S CIRCLE 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow knitters to craft and learn in a friendly, supportive environment. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

SEPTEMBER 14 – WRITERS GROUP 10:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

SEPTEMBER 14 – GAME NIGHT 4:00 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Stop by the library to play board games, Pokemon Go, Roblox, and more!

SEPTEMBER 16 – BAKE SALE 10:00 a.m. to ? Lyons/Muir VFW Auxiliary.

SEPTEMBER 16 – BURGER & FRIES 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. $8.00 at the Lyons/Muir VFW.

SEPTEMBER 16 – NERF WARS 1:00 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Prepare for a fun and friendly battle on the library lawn. Standard blasters and darts will be provided, but patrons are welcome to bring their own. Weather permitting.

SEPTEMBER 20 – KNITTER'S CIRCLE 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow knitters to craft and learn in a friendly, supportive environment. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

SEPTEMBER 20 – STORYTIME 11:30 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that promote

- SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

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.

early literacy skills during storytime at the library.

SEPTEMBER 21 – WRITERS GROUP 10:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

SEPTEMBER 21 – GAME NIGHT 4:00 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Stop by the library to play board games, Pokemon Go, Roblox, and more!

SEPTEMBER 26 – SIP & READ BOOK CLUB 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow readers for a discussion of Mrs. Hemingway by Naomi Wood. Tea, coffee, and snacks will be provided.

SEPTEMBER 27 – KNITTER'S CIRCLE 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow knitters to craft and learn in a friendly, supportive environment. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

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SEPTEMBER 28 – GAME NIGHT 4:00 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Stop by the library to play board games, Pokemon Go, Roblox, and more!

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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 pm at the Portland District Library. 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 –

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.

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100 Years Ago This Month: Historical events from September 1923

The month of September has been home to many historical events over the years. Here's a look at some that helped to shape the world in September 1923.

· Half of Tokyo is destroyed when an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.9 strikes Japan just before midday on September 1. More than 120,000 people are killed and an additional two million are homeless in the aftermath of the earthquake.

· New York Yankees pitcher

"Sad Sam" Jones pitches a no-hitter against the Philadelphia Athletics on September 4. In addition to getting no hits, the Athletics players also went the entire game without striking out. The Athletics also would be no-hit by Boston Red Sox pitcher Howard Ehmke on September 7.

· The International Criminal Police Commission is founded on September 7 in Vienna. Later known as Interpol, the organization maintains a presence in much of the world today.

· On September 8, Greece and Italy agree to terms to settle the Corfu dispute. The dispute arose over an issue regarding the border between Albania and Greece. Tensions escalated when an Italian general sent to resolve the dispute was murdered in Greek territory.

· Hyperinflation in Germany prompts a parade of housewives to march through Berlin

carrying empty baskets on September 8. The empty baskets are chosen to symbolize the women's inability to buy food.

· The Irish Free State, established in December 1922, is admitted to the League of Nations on September 10.

· More than 2,500 communists are arrested in Bulgaria on September 12. The government suspects those arrested of plotting an uprising.

· Oklahoma governor Jack C. Walton declares martial law on September 15 in an effort to combat the Ku Klux Klan. Walton also suspends the writ of habeas corpus in Tulsa County. Walton is ultimately impeached on October 23 before being removed from office on November 18.

· Nearly 600 houses and 56 additional buildings are destroyed by a wildfire in Berkeley, California, on September 17. Remarkably, no one dies as a result of the fast-moving fire, though the National Board of Fire Underwriters estimates total property losses of $10,000,000.

· Production of New York City newspapers grinds to a halt when a pressman's strike begins on September 18. The strike ends on September 21.

· A citywide raid on Windy City speakeasies fills the jail cells of Chicago on September 22.

· The first film adaptation of Jack London's "The Call

of the Wild" premieres in the United States on September 23. Later adaptations of the novel would feature legendary actors, including Clark Gable, Charlton Heston and Rutger Hauer.

· The German government officially ends its campaign of passive resistance against occupying forces on September 25, prompting various extremist groups to meet and discuss overthrowing the government. One such group includes the Nazi Party, then fronted by 34-year-old Adolf Hitler.

· The first U.S. Track & Field championships for women are held at Weequahic Park in Newark, New Jersey on September 29. TF239274

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