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FOR SALE - Atlas of Ionia County Michigan 1891 Plat Book. Has been rebound, $250. Phone 616-693-2322.

I would like to take the time to thank Rick and Pat Lower for a wonderful Celebration of Life for Larry. Also, to all who came and made it possible, Thanks from the Cole Family.

† HENRY Tammy Lyn Henry, age 58, of Inglis, Florida, passed away on October 10th, 2022. Tammy passed away from cancer with family by her side.

Tammy was born on April 21st, 1964, the daughter of Terry and Pam Henry and Audra Jean Sain, in Carson City, Michigan. Tammy was a graduate of Ionia High School in 1982.

Tammy is survived by her daughter Tiffany (Justin) Harber; grandchildren, Lane Henry, Temperance, Gannon, and Anna Beth Harber; her father Terry L. Henry, Sr., her sisters Kim Henry (LB Struble) Nicole (Tim) Bailey, her brother Terry Jr. (Kathy) Henry and her step-sister Barbara (Rick) Dean, plus many nieces and nephews.

Tammy was preceded in death by her mothers, Pa Henry and Audra Jean Sain.

Tammy loved spending time with her daughter, Tiffany (Justin) Harber and her grandchildren. She loved her animals dearly. Tammy loved the ocean, the Gulf of Mexico was her favorite place. She also loved outdoor gardening.

Tammy chose not to have a traditional service. The family held a private celebration of life in her honor. According to Tammy’s wishes, she was cremated and her ashes are with family members.

Tammy will always be loved and cherished by all that knew her.

SHOPPERS GUIDE HOURS

Monday - Thursday 8am to 3pm. Closed Friday -Sunday.

DEADLINES ARE NOON ON THURSDAYS!!!

EMERGENCY ROAD Service.

Saranac and surrounding areas. On road repairs. Rob’s Towing & Auto Salvage. “CHEAP HOOKER” 616- 2927649 or 616-295-8820.

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.

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

FOR SALE - Project tractor.

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

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.

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

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

FOR SALE - 4 Michelin tires LT 275/70R18 10 ply $300. Call 517-2301718.

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

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.

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

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.

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

FOR SALE - Now taking bids on 100’s of yards of cotton material. Must see it to believe it! Bids start at $1200. Bidding ends October 6, 2023 at 4pm. Call 616-5277761 leave a message.

FOR SALE - Kushlan concrete mixer. Used 4 times, $450 or best offer. Dewalt double bevel sliding compound miter saw with rolling table, $450 or best offer. Teeter back adjuster, $150. (2) rear leather seats. Could be used for golf cart customization, $200 or best offer. Call 517-282-0626.

FOR SALE - 2007 Chevy Malibu LS. 164,000 miles. Runs and looks good. $3800. 616642-6253. Leave Message. FOR SALE - Cockapoo puppies. Very cute, Great Colors. Will stay small. up to dat e on shots and de-worming. $500. 517-852-3007.

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.

Rep. Johnsen: Democrats’ latest abortion bills eliminate basic safety, health standards

State Rep. Gina Johnsen (R-Lake Odessa) has criticized Democrat-sponsored proposals that would repeal health, safety, and reporting standards for abortion clinics, pay for elective abortions with taxpayer funds, eliminate informed consent requirements, and permit partial-birth abortion, an extremely unpopular late-term abortion procedure.

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House Bills 4949-4959, the socalled “Reproductive Health Act” approved by the House Health Policy Committee today, remove Michigan’s medical licensing and safety requirements for abortion facilities. Johnsen said the dangerous, unpopular changes have nothing to do with what Michigan voters expected when Proposal 3 passed in 2022.

“Regardless of stance on abortion, this simply isn’t what voters agreed to when they voted to pass Prop. 3 last November,” Johnsen said. “This isn’t a pro-life or pro-choice issue – this is a women’s health issue that deserves thoughtful consideration and an open dialogue before making detrimental changes to our lawbooks and, ultimately, the safety of patients.”

Among other changes, HBs 4949-4959 would: Repeal the law requiring licensing and inspection for abortion clinics to ensure proper health and safety procedures are followed. In 2012, unsafe conditions in a Muskegon clinic

demonstrated the importance of proper health and safety guidelines.

Eliminate requirements for abortion providers to report the abortions they perform and any instances of a woman facing complications or death as the result of an abortion.

End protections that ensure women have the opportunity to provide informed consent before getting an abortion, with at least 24 hours to review information in non-emergency situations.

Repeal Michigan’s prohibition on partial-birth abortions, although federal law also prevents the gruesome late-term abortion procedure.

Allow, and in some cases require, taxpayer funding to pay for medically unnecessary abortions.

Polling conducted by Marketing Resource Group this year shows that 90% of Michigan voters support the licensing and inspection of abortion facilities for health and safety purposes. Further, 63% of Michigan voters support a 24-hour waiting period before an abortion to allow a woman to provide informed consent.

The poll also found that 67% of Michigan voters support requiring parents to consent to their minor child having an abortion; Democrats decided against repealing Michigan’s parental consent law for now, given how unpopular the move would be.

– OBITUARIES –

† DEDONADO Kyle Anthony DeDonado, age 31, of Saranac, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 25, 2023. Kyle was born on February 18, 1992, in Moreno Valley, California the son of Troy and Sonja (Donovan) DeDonado. He married Heather Noon July 23, 2016, at Easton Church. Kyle loved his family, and spending time with his daughters. He enjoyed disc golf and was a member of MDGE. Kyle was a very kind, loving and funny man. He would lend a hand to anyone in need. He was a big Philadelphia Eagles fan, and he enjoyed fishing. He enjoyed taking his girls to the park and joking around with his friends. He is survived by his wife, Heather of Saranac; daughters, Hayley Mae DeDonado and Hannah Joy DeDonado; parents, Troy and Sonja DeDonado of Lowell; brother, Andrew (Kelsey) DeDonado of Greenville; mother and father-in-law, Harvey and Joy Noon of Saranac; brother-in-law, Dylan Noon of Saranac; niece, Harper DeDonado; nephew, Henry DeDonado; grandmothers Carol Wolbers of Saranac, Mert Antcliff of Saranac and Grandparents, Harvey and Helen Noon of Saranac. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Robert Wolbers and Clint Antcliff. Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Visitation will be on Friday from 4-7 PM and one hour prior to the funeral, (10-11 AM). Interment will be at Pinckney Cemetery. A Luncheon will follow at the Ionia Hunting and Fishing Club. Memorial Contributions may be made to the family for his daughters and wife. Online Condolences can be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com.

† FIRST Daniel Luke First, age 64, passed away on September 11, 2023 with his family by his side. Dan was a lifelong dairy farmer with a passion for the land and his cows. He was committed to a lifestyle of hard work, personal achievements, and determination. He was a Michigan State University graduate and made many lifelong friendships with his fraternity brothers at Farmhouse. Dan suffered a brain aneurysm 17 years ago and defied all odds by applying the same qualities he utilized as a farmer to regain his health. He enjoyed 17 quality years and was able to see his son and daughter graduate from high school and college, get married and make him a grandpa. He was able to see his son pursue his dream of farming. Dan’s children are who they are because of him.

Dan enjoyed MSU football, his 1969 Chevelle, spending time at the lake, listening to The Farm Report and being with family.

Preceding him death was his father, John First. He survived by his wife of 40 years, Margie; children, Lindsey (Nick) Martin, and Josh (Kylie) First; grandchildren Austin Martin and Brant First; mother, Roberta Delemarter; sisters, Jean (Lloyd) Sutton, and Susan (Richard) Wilson; many nieces and nephews, including special nephew, Levi Sutton who had insight to Dan’s needs; and his cat, Romeo. Dan has been cremated and his ashes will be scattered on the farm in a private ceremony. The family will honor their Hero with a Celebration of Life on September 11, 2024. All are welcome to attend. The venue and time will be announced at a later date.

To honor Dan’s legacy, a scholarship will be awarded annually to an MSU student pursuing a career in the dairy industry. ‘And on the eight day, God looked down on his planned paradise and said “I need a caretaker.” So God made a farmer ~ Paul Harvey

On line condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.

† MCLEOD Pearl Lucile McLeod, age 93 of Ionia passed away on September 22, 2023. She was born in Easton Township, Michigan, the daughter of Thomas and Bertha (Jensen) Ross on February 24, 1930.

Pearl married Robert G. McLeod in Lake Odessa on January 16, 1948. He preceded her in death in March 2008. Together they raised three children.

Pearl is survived by her daughter, Cheryl (Joe) Irish of Ionia and sons, Mitch McLeod of Grand Rapids and Harold (Sheila) McLeod of Ionia. She is also survived by her grandson, Stephen Lake and great-granddaughter Gabrielle Lake of Byron Center; step-grandchildren, John (Lisa) Irish of Surprise, Arizona, Ryan (Amy) Irish of Rochester, Michigan, Heather (Chris) Brandt of Ionia and Tosha (John) Shenkenberg as well as nine step-great-grandchildren and two step-great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Ruth Ross, many nieces and nephews and her beloved Shih Tzu, Bella. Preceding her in death are her parents; sisters, Virginia, Shirley and Helen (John) Hague; brothers, Thomas Jr., Howard and Robert. She was also preceded in death by brothers and sisters-in-law, Ron (Urdes) McLeod, Anita (Robert) Amy, Dean (Gladys) McLeod, Max (June) McLeod, Lyle McLeod, Geraldine (Loyd) Ulrey and several nieces and nephews. Pearl was a stay-at-home mom during her children’s younger years. She later worked in the cafeteria at the Ionia High and Junior High School before taking a position in the cafeteria at Ionia County Memorial Hospital, and later as a housekeeper. Her favorite job was serving as a volunteer at the hospital after her retirement. She loved visiting with the people and patients. Pearl loved reading, country music and talking to people. She was an original audience member at the Ionia County Commission on Aging each Thursday evening, listening to the Grand Valley Strings band members play and sing. She loved dancing and socializing with the band and audience members. Funeral services for Pearl will be at the Lake Funeral Home, 3521 S State Rd., Ionia on Thursday, September 28th at 1:00 PM. Visitation will be on the day of the service from Noon until the time of service. Interment will take place at Easton Township Cemetery following the funeral. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make memorial contributions to Ionia County Commission on Aging. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

† PARKER Marvin A. “Butch” Parker, Jr. passed away unexpectedly at Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, FL on Sunday, September 17, 2023.

He was born August 30, 1946, in Norfolk, VA to Vivian (nee Howell) & Marvin A. Parker, Sr. When he was born his dad said, “I now have my Butch,” and the name stayed with him throughout his entire life. Butch and his parents lived in Chesapeake, Virginia but then moved to New Jersey, then to Pennsylvania, next to Michigan and finally to Amherst, Ohio. He graduated from Marion L. Steele High School in 1964 and then from Kent State, where he earned his bachelor’s degree.

He is survived by his wife Marilyn, his sister Brenda Buchs, brother-in-law Dexter Arnold, brother-in-law Bill Bass, several nieces and nephews, great nieces, and a couple of great great nieces. He was preceded death by his parents Marvin and Vivian Parker, his sister Shirley Bass, and nephews Gary Todd and Tim Todd.

The family received friends on Tuesday, September 26th, 2023, from 2 – 7 pm in the Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center, 1110 Cooper Foster Park Road, Amherst. His funeral service was held on Wednesday, the 27th, at 1:00 pm, also in the funeral center. For those unable to attend, his funeral service will be livestreamed through the Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center’s You Tube page.

A graveside service will take place 1:00 PM, Thursday, October 5th at Easton Cemetery in Ionia County, Michigan. Arrangements cared for by Lake Funeral Home in Saranac, MI. Contributions, in Butch’s memory, can be made to the Community Congregational United Church of Christ, 379 S. Main Street, Amherst, OH 44001. To send an online condolence, please visit www.lakefuneralhomes.com

Area Deaths

† AHO

Violet Elaine Aho, age 91, formerly of Woodland, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2023.

† KAUFFMAN

Rosemary Kauffman, age 90, of Lake Odessa, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2023.

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GARAGE SALE - Friday, Saturday and Sunday, October 6, 7 and 8, 9am to 5pm. Native American decor, garage and household goods. 2929 Lee Rd. Saranac.

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.

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

NOTICE TO OUR READERS:

Our office phones were down most of the week.

We hope to have the issues resolved over the weekend.

Sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.

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HANDYMAN SERVICES

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

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The family of Raymond (Hump) Linderman would like to thank family, friends and neighbors for the outpouring of support during this difficult time. Keeping Dad’s memory alive with friendship and laughter is a wonderful tribute. Thank you, Linderman & Swanson families

Sparrow Carson and Ionia hospitals receive top national grades from patients

Sparrow Carson and Ionia hospitals have received a five-star rating for the experience they provide patients.

Becker's Hospital Review, a medical industry trade magazine that reports on, as well as conducts, its own research on healthcare, gave the Community Hospitals the top rating based on survey questions to patients. The survey covered areas such as nurse and physician commu-

nication, care transitions, and cleanliness.

“We are honored to be nationally recognized through the voice of our patients,” said Mark Brisboe, Sparrow Carson Hospital President. “This five-star patient experience rating reflects the pride, outstanding quality of care, and compassion Sparrow Carson caregivers provide to every patient entering our hospital.”

“Sparrow Ionia is grateful to

receive this award in support of our caregivers’ dedication and commitment to quality care,” said Sparrow Ionia Hospital President Linda Reetz, MBA, BSN, RN, NE-BC. “Every aspect of the hospital experience affects the patient, from the moment they walk through the doors to the time that they leave. Our caregivers recognize that teamwork and continuous efforts are important to providing the best care to

IONIA BUSINESS SEEKING strong individual with a flexible schedule to unload trucks, assemble products and make deliveries. Please send resume to Ionia Business, PO Box 46, Saranac, MI 48881 or email to 1788jclr@ gmail.com

FOR SALE - Seasoned white Ash for wood boilers. 14ft. dump trailer load. Approximately 2 full cords. $400, if more than 15 miles from Hubardston, $425. Cash Only. 989-640-8414.

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every patient, every time.”

To build its assessment, Becker’s used data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). CMS shares 10 ratings based on publicly reported measures, based on survey data collected from hospital patients from October 2021 through September 2022.

To learn more about our Community Hospitals, go to Sparrow.org.

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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. FOR SALE - (7) 4x5 Round mesh wrapped 2nd cutting soft grass hay bales. $55 each or best offer. 616-527-0781.U.S.A Flags in Stock at the Shoppers Guide. 13 N. Bridge St. Saranac. 616-642-9411.

SAYERS TREE SERVICE: Trimming, removal, brush chipping, lot clearing, and stump grinding. Walnut Lumber. Free estimates. Insured. 616-527-4762.

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JIM SOLOMONSON DRYWALL Hang and finish, textures and repairs. New homes, remodels, basements. Free estimates. 20+ years experience. 616- 498-4539. Worried about power outages? Going on a camping trip and your not sure about your generator? Stop by today for a good deal on a Firman Generator! With a broad range of sizes and prices, we have the generator for you! We service what we sell!! Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795

NOTICE OF ELECTION, REGISTRATION PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST

IONIA COUNTY, MICHIGAN

NOVEMBER 7, 2023, SPECIAL ELECTION -TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF IONIA COUNTY

Notice is hereby given that a Special Election will be held in Ionia County, on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. The polls will be open from 7:00am to 8:00pm at the following polling location(s) in their respective jurisdictions:

City of Ionia, Precinct 1 Ionia Armory Community Center, 439 West Main Street, Ionia, Michigan, 48846; City of Ionia, Precinct 2 Ionia Armory Community Center, 439 West Main Street, Ionia, Michigan, 48846; City of Ionia, Precinct 3 Ionia Armory Community Center, 439 West Main Street, Ionia, Michigan, 48846; City of Ionia, Precinct 4 Ionia Armory Community Center, 439 West Main Street, Ionia, Michigan, 48846; City of Portland, Precinct 1 Portland City Hall, 259 Kent Street, Portland, Michigan, 48875; Township of Berlin, Precinct 1 Outreach Christian Church, 7831 North Jordan Lake Road, Lake Odessa, Michigan, 48849; Township of Easton, Precinct 1 Easton Township Hall, 720 North Bellamy Road, Ionia, Michigan, 48846; Township of Easton, Precinct 2 Easton Township Hall, 720 North Bellamy Road, Ionia, Michigan, 48846; Township of Ionia, Precinct 1 Ionia Township Hall, 1042 East Washington Street, Ionia, Michigan, 48846; Township of Ionia, Precinct 2 Ionia Township Hall, 1042 East Washington Street, Ionia, Michigan, 48846; Township of Keene, Precinct 1 Keene Township Hall, 8508 Potters Road, Saranac, Michigan, 48881; Township of Lyons, Precinct 1 Lyons Township Hall, 505 Bridge Street, Lyons, Michigan, 48851; Township of Lyons, Precinct 2 Lyons Township Hall, 505 Bridge Street, Lyons, Michigan, 48851; Township of North Plains, Precinct 1 Hubbardston Fire Station, 126 N Washington Street, Hubbardston, MI 48845; Township of Orange, Precinct 1 Outreach Christian Church, 7831 North Jordan Lake Road, Lake Odessa, Michigan, 48849; Township of Orleans, Precinct 1 Ronald Township Hall, 4987 Stage Road, Ionia, Michigan, 48846; Township of Portland, Precinct 2 Lyons Township Hall, 505 Bridge Street, Lyons, Michigan, 48851; Township of Ronald, Precinct 1 Ronald Township Hall, 4987 Stage Road, Ionia, Michigan, 48846;

For the purposes of voting on the following races and proposals in their respective jurisdictions:

Ionia City Mayor, Ionia City Council, Ionia Charter Amendments, Ionia Public Schools Operating Millage Proposal, Portland City Council

Notice is hereby given that any qualified elector of the below listed townships who is not already registered, may register to vote at the office of the Township Clerk, a Secretary of State branch office, or other designated state agency. Registration forms can be obtained at mi.gov/vote and mailed to the Township Clerk. Voters who are already registered may update their registration at www.expresssos.com. Anyone who qualifies as an elector may register to vote in person with proof of residency (MCL 168.492) at their Township Clerk’s offices, located below with the following times:

Ionia City Hall 114 North Kidd Street, Ionia, Michigan,

Intercivic Voting System will also be conducted on the following dates in their respective jurisdictions:

American Red Cross

It is such an interesting experience being a volunteer at an American Red Cross Blood Drive. We met 41 wonderful dedicated donors at our September 18 blood drive at St. Anthony's Church! Andrew McKay and Daniel Hale donated blood for the first time on Monday! Kainoa Ludovico received his 2 gallon pin, Pam Masterson her 3 gallon pin, Patricia Schwenke her 5

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gallon pin and Justin Kessler his 6 gallon pin. Daniel Tobin, Kainoa Ludovico, Justin Kessler and Christine Parks were Double Red Donors.

We wish everyone a blessed and healthy Thanksgiving because we will have our blood drive the next day, November 24. You can call or text the American Red Cross for an appointment.

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

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

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.

GARAGE SALE - Saturday, October 7, 10am to 5pm and Sunday, October 8. 10am to 2pm. 1004 E. Main St. Ionia, Tools and power tools, Porcelain dolls (still in box) many cookbooks and regular books, some furniture, DVD’s, odds and ends, trifold tonneau cover fits 2019 to 2023 GMC or Chevy Short Box. More Stuff added from previous week!

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100 Years Ago This Month: Historical events from October 1923

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

• Switzerland issues a new decree on October 1 that bans the display of fascist emblems or the wearing of black shirts. The decree is issued in response to fascists who wanted the region to join Italy.

• A standoff begins in the Kentucky State Penitentiary on October 3 after three convicted murderers obtain guns and kill three guards in an ultimately failed attempt to escape. Authorities eventually storm the barricaded inmates on October 6 and discover the inmates had been dead for about two days.

• John Charles Carter is born in Illinois on October 4. The boy ultimately adopts the screen name Charlton Heston and becomes an Academy Award-winning actor and influential political activist.

• Cao Kun is elected president of the Republic of China on October 5. Cao is deposed just 13 months later after revelations surface regarding a bribery scandal that calls his election into question.

• Boston Braves shortstop Ernie Padgett turns an unassisted triple play on October 6. To date, the feat has been accomplished just 15 times in Major League Baseball history.

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• The first section of the Appalachian Trail opens on October 7. The initial stretch is a 16-mile path from Bear Mountain in New York to the Delaware Water Gap on the border of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. By 2023, the trail had grown to 2,194 miles.

• On October 10, the New York Yankees play the crosstown Giants in the first ever World Series game at Yankee Stadium. The Giants win the game when Casey Stengel hits an inside-the-park homerun with two outs in the top of the ninth inning.

• Nicaraguan President Diego Manual Chamorro dies suddenly on October 12. His Vice President, Bartolomé Martinez, cannot be found, forcing Interior Minister Rosendo Chamorro to serve as acting president. Martinez is eventually inaugurated as President of Nicaragua on October 27.

• A bomb explodes outside Cubs Park (now known as Wrigley Field) on October 14. No arrests are ultimately made, though the incident is attributed to union agitators angry at a decision by Judge Kennesaw Mountain Landis,

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• The Walt Disney Company is founded when 21-year-old Walt Disney and 30-year-old Roy O. Disney, Walt’s brother, sign a contract to produce the Alice Comedies film series.

• Roadside billboards are the target of a letter sent by the British Ministry of Transport on October 18. The letter alleges the billboards are disfiguring the picturesque English countryside and urges county councils to take action.

• New Jersey’s Albert Tangora sets the world record for fastest sustained typing on a manual typewriter on October 22. Tangora averages 147 words per minute over the course of one hour.

• The air force of the Kingdom of Bulgaria is wiped out on October 25 when the country’s lone army airplane crashes.

• The reigning monarch of Iran, Ahmad Shah Qajar, appoints Reza Khan as the country’s Prime Minister on October 28. Khan overthrows Ahmad Shah two years later.

• The Republic of Turkey is proclaimed on October 29, formally ending the Ottoman Empire. TF23A379

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OCTOBER 7 – ANNUAL TURKEY DINNER 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 422 W High Street. Drive thru and eat in. Free-will offering being received. 616-794-1310.

– IONIA –

OCTOBER 8 – LASAGNA DINNER Noon to 1:30 p.m. LeValley Methodist Church, corner of Kelsey and David Highways. Take-out available. Donation at the door for area missions.

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 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. 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.

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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. 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.

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OCTOBER 4 – FAMILY STORY TIME at the Lake Odessa Community Library at 10:30am. Perfect for ages 2-5. A one-time registration is appre-

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Haunted Harvest Carnival

Have some spooky fun at the Portland District Library on Friday, October 27 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. during our Haunted Harvest Carnival! This all-ages event requires a ticket for entry, which can be picked up at the Youth Desk starting Monday, October 9. Ticket

ciated. 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.

OCTOBER 5 – THEY'RE BACK!! MONSTER MAKING NIGHT at the Lake Odessa Community Library at 4:00 p.m., ages 5-10. Registration is encouraged! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

OCTOBER 11 – 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.

OCTOBER 12 – TWEEN FEUD TEAM NIGHT at the Lake Odessa Community Library at 4:00 p.m., ages 9-14. Teams/Questions/Nerf Guns/ Points/Wacky Fun! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

OCTOBER 18 – 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.

OCTOBER 19 – HOME-BASED EDUCATION 1:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library, for all students. Our theme this school year is Mind-Building Tales. Monthly registration is encouraged!

OCTOBER 24 – STEM WITH MR. MIKE at the Lake Odessa Community Library, 3:30-5:00 p.m., ages 11-16. The theme this month is Shake it UP! Build model towers and discover engineering challenges. Registration is requested and appreciated.

OCTOBER 26 – 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.

SATURDAYS – YOGA WITH LINDA KIMMEL at the Lake Odessa Community Library, every Saturday starting October 14, 9:00 a.m. Beginners welcome! Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

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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OCTOBER 3 – KIDS BINGO 5:00 p.m. Lyons Township District Library

Play bingo and try to win fun prizes!

OCTOBER 4 – STORY TIME Lyons Township District Library at 11:30am. Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that help develop early literacy skills. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.

OCTOBER 4 – KNITTER'S CIRCLE 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.

times include: 6:00, 6:20, 6:40, and 7:00 p.m. Tickets are first come, first served; there are a limited number available for each time slot. Dress in your favorite costume, trick-or-treat throughout the library, see what your future holds, spin the prize wheel, and more. Don’t forget to redeem your ticket punches for prizes before heading home!

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corner, and witches have taken to the night sky. But not every witch is skilled and flying her broom, and you never know when one is going to crash at your house. Register any time, and on October 2 pick up a bag with everything you’ll need to make your own pair of witch legs. Will your witch have fallen head-first into a cauldron, or will she have crashed into a bush? The choice is yours!

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Quilling Club

Have you ever heard of Quilling? It is the art of using strips of paper that are rolled, looped, curled, twisted and otherwise manipulated to create different shapes, and glued together to create decorative designs. Quilling designs can be used to decorate greeting cards, pictures, boxes, and more. The library is starting a drop-in quilling club in October, which will meet on the second Wednesday of each month—October 11 and November 8—from 6:30-7:30. We’ll work on our projects together, show each other new techniques we've learned, and share ideas.

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OCTOBER 5 – WRITER'S 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.

OCTOBER 5 – 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!

OCTOBER 6 – OUTDOOR FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT Dusk at the Lyons Township District Library. Bring a blanket/chair and your favorite snacks to enjoy a showing of Hocus Pocus (PG, 1993) on the library lawn. Viewers are invited to dress up as characters to get all participants in the Halloween spirit.

OCTOBER 7 – BOOKISH BINGO 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Play Bingo for a chance to win fun prizes.

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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.

WEDNESDAY – EUCHRE at 1:00 at the Knights Hall, 690 Maynard Rd. on 1st & 3rd Wednesdays October - April. For more information call/text 517-526-2956.

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.

SUNDAY – BINGO at 1:00 at the Knights Hall, 690 Maynard Rd. on 2nd & 4th Sundays October - April. For more information call/text 517-526-2956.

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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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What is static electricity?

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Page Turners: Portland District Library's teen book club, Page Turners, has shifted their focus from thrillers to a sports romance/ mystery vibe with their next book selection. They have chosen to read “Whistleblower” by Kate Marchant.

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Want to discover the coach's secret and find out what happens to Laurel? Simply come down to the Youth Desk beginning Friday, September 1 and register for Page Turners. You will get your very own copy of “Whistleblower” to keep!  Meetings are scheduled at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 7 and Saturday October 28, in the Community Room.

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The Honorable Mayor Daniel Balice & Members of the Ionia City Council cordially invite you to join them at the commemorative ceremony marking the 150th Anniversary of the Incorporation of the City of Ionia

Saturday, October 7, 2023

Official Commemorative Ceremony 11:00AM - 12:00PM Ionia City Hall 114 North Kidd Street

Ice Cream & Cake Social follows from 2:00PM - 4:00PM 302 West Main Street (Former Mercantile Bank Building)

Full Schedule of Events

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7

- Noon Official Commemorative Ceremony Activities include: Proclamation by Mayor Balice, State of Michigan Tribute by Senator Outman, Ionia Community Band performance, and tours of City Hall. A special tribute to Ionia’s first Honorable Mayor Frederick Hall and family. In honor of Marion Hall-Fowler, books will be distributed to children attending the event. Visit the Ionia Public School WOW (Words on Wheels) Bus on site.

City Hall — 114 North Kidd Street

& Food Truck Rally

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