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! g n i t a r b Cele

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Charlie Will be turning years Young on 12/14/20

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(He is actually 18 with 72 years of experience)

Please help him Celebrate with a Card sent to: 642 W. Main St. Ionia, MI 48846 SARANAC PLUMBING and HANDYMAN SERVICE The drain cleaning Specialist. 616-262-9825. C & S DRYWALL- 20 years experience. Hang, finish, hand texture ceilings. Free estimates. 616-868-6140.

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

U.S.A. Flags available at the Shoppers Guide. Specialty flags by request. 13 N. Bridge Street. Downtown Saranac.

JOSLYN'S CHRISTMAS TREES - Blue Spruce, Con Color Firs, Frasier Fir. All Sizes available. Delivery available. 444 Haynor Rd.,Ionia 616-204-3113. 3rd house South of M-21. Monday-Friday 5 to 9pm Saturday & Sunday 9am to 9pm. 10% of with this ad!

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.

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

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-Thurs, 10am to 6pm, Fri. 10 am to 8pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, 269948-2463.

TRASH REMOVAL TODAY - Garbage, brush, building material, etc. Also trash trailers for rent 12,15,16 yard. Fast Service. 616527-2798.

RIFLE 0 Browning X-Bolt .270 caliber with Leupold 2.5x8 power scope. Camo stock and muzzle brake. Barrel break-in and sighting shots only. $475 616-761-3407.

LYONS BAR - Take Out Available 4 to 9pm. See our Face- HELP WANTED- Looking for book page “Lyons Onbridge” a milker for morning shift. 12 hr shift starting at $12 per for the Menu! hour. Call 616-291-4092 if ATTENTION DEER HUNTERS interested Donate your deer to the Portland Community Food POR 15 Rust preventative Bank! Drop your field dressed paint, oxygen, acetylene, and legally tagged deer off helium and welding supplies to Hanna-Davis Fine Meats, for Sale at R.E. Ruehs Garage, 4151 E Eaton Hwy, Sunfield. Inc., 1326 N. State Rd., Ionia, MI 48846. WANTED CROP LAND to lease for 2021 and beyond. Call E- MAIL CLASSIFIEDS TO: 517-575-1013. tracy.icsg@sbcglobal.net

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STEEL ROOFS - We put steel roofs on high barns. Free estimates. John Reurink. Call 616-527-3635. I WANT TO BUY - a refrigerator, stove, washer & dryer. Have cash. Call 517-2040600.

Geldhof Tire & Auto 643 W. Lincoln Ave. • Ionia

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FOR SALE - Oliver 60. Runs geat, New tires, $1500. 8 Must present coupon with payment in full at completion of services. ft. Cultipacker, $300. Winchester model 12 shotgun, AUTO & TRUCK REPAIR - Hy- $500. 616-894-4600. Dental, Vision, Disability, BAILEY’S SEWING MAdraulic hose & fittings, R.E. Hospital, Medical and Life CHINE REPAIR - 4849 Insurance. Froling Insurance Ruehs Garage Inc., 1326 N. TOOLS, ABRASIVES, supplies N. State Rd. Ionia, State Rd., Ionia, MI 48846. and hardware. Make us your 616-527-4622. first stop instead of your MI48846. 616-522Korean War Veterans Friends last stop. We probably have COLOR COPIES available at 0702. Hours are 9am and Families. Buy-A-Brick-Pro- it. Just think of all the time the Ionia County Shopper’s to 5pm.Singer, Brothgram for the Belding Freedom and gas money you will have Guide, 13 Bridge Street, er, Pfaff. Memorial Wall. Call for more saved. Easy in, easy out! C&W Saranac. information. Bob Sayers 616- Tool Sales, 4548 South State, SEEING IS BELIEVING! Print EAR CORN - 200 bushel on wag- 527-4142. (M-66) Ionia. 616-527-2724. on. Dry! $500. 989-620-0441. advertising is where it’s at!

BERLIN TOWNSHIP BOARD MINUTES December 1, 2020 • 7:00 P.M.

Member’s Present: R Bennett, M Palmer, R, Alexander, W Marcussen, W Vaarberg Meeting called to order by Supervisor R Bennett. Pledge recited. Minutes were approved as read. Treasurer’s report was approved as read. Motion made by W Vaarberg and supported by W Marcussen to accept The Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Agreement between Berlin Twp and The City of Ionia. Motion passed, 5 yes, 0 no. Motion made by R Alexander and supported by M Palmer to agree to The County Designated Assessor designated by an Interlocal Agreement between Berlin Twp and Ionia County. Motion passed 5 yes, 0 no. Motion made by W Vaarberg and supported by W Marcussen to accept payment of the township bills as submitted. Motion passed 5 yes, 0 no. Meeting adjourned at 8:25 P.M. Rachael Alexander Township Clerk

RIVERBANK TREASURES Antiques, Arts and Crafts. 302 E. Bridge St. Lyons, MI. Hours: Tuesdays 10 am to 4pm, Thursday & Friday , 10 am to 6pm, Saturday & Sunday, 10am - 4pm. 989-853-1400.

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

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

IONIA PARTY TENT RENTALS, LLC - Tents, Tables, Chairs, Ice Tables. Delivery, SetUp, Take down.... The complete package! 616-527-2086. www. ioniapartytentrentals. com Owners Scott & Karlie Schwab.

SNOW BLOWERS IN STOCK! New 24” 2 stage Briggs & Stratton with electric start and self propelled, $629. New Jonsered 27” with electric Start, heated handles, power steering, headlight, hydrostatic drive. List Price $1599, SALE $950!! Stop by and Check out our Selection! Countryside Sales & Service .6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795. EMERGENCY ROAD Service. Saranac and surrounding areas. On road repairs. Rob’s Towing & Auto Salvage. “CHEAP HOOKER” 616- 2927649 or 616-295-8820.

OPEN ENROLLMENT for Health Insurance is NOW!!! Ends December 15th. BCBSM, PHP, Priorty Health & LYONS BAR - Take Out AvailMarketplace plans. Froling able 4 to 9pm. See our FaceInsurance 616-527-4622 or book page “Lyons Onbridge” 616-291-0066. for the Menu!

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HELP WANTED - Tire Tech. Pay commensurate with experience. Good benefits. Drop off or send resume to Blundy & Hoppes, 3765 S. State Rd., Ionia MI 48846. Phone 616-527-0670. DRYWALL/REPAIR WORK. Saranac Community AsBig and Small jobs. Fully insured. 35 years experi- sociation and special thank ence. Call Tom Teunessen. you to Ryan Hesche, his 616-218-2877. family and amazing crew HAVING GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS? We can Help! Call us for service or a new install. O.C. Construction 616-291-4520 - Darrell.

for delivering yet another fabulous Thanksgiving Feast! Kudos on a job well done! –Tucker

ORANGE TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING December 8th

CANCELLED

Next regular meeting will be January 12, 2021.

Ionia Township Regular Board Meeting November 10, 2020 Meeting called to order by Supervisor Kurt Scheurer. Officers present; Scheurer, Higbee, Harp, Hanucik, and Lynn Minutes approved as read. Treasurer's report approved as read.

Have your home ready for the holidays!

Motion by Harp and supported by Hanulcik to pay this month's bills on hand. Motion passed

We have 100’s of rolls in stock and ready to go!

Public Safety report presented.

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Motion by Harp and supported by Schurer to pay Nicole Krueger $150 for extra help given to the clerk for the November 4th elections, in the future this must be pre-approved . Motion passed.

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Motion by Scheurer and supported by Hanulcik to adjust budget if need each quarter. Motion passed. The Oath of Office was given to Supervisor, Clerk, Treasure, and one trustee Motion by Lynn and supported by Hanulcik to accept the Oaths given. Motion passed. Motion by Lynn and supported by Hanulcik to adjourn Meeting. Motion passed. Cynthia Higbee ~ Ionia Township Clerk

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WOOD FOR SALE. Short logs. 2 cords. Call: 517-256-1840

CHAINSAW - Stihl MS251 For Sale. Like New. Used once and no longer need. Price new was $369. Will sell for $250. 616-761-3407. WANTED CROP LAND to lease AT&T TV - The Best of Live for 2021 and beyond. Call & On-Demand. Anytime, any517-575-1013. where. Some restrictions apply. Call IVS 1-888-912-3973 WANTED - Standing timber. Cash in advance. Maple BUFFALO MEAT - BurgRapids Lumber, 989-682- er, Brats, Sausage, Roast, 4225 days. 989-875-4565 Steak. Froling Farms 616evenings. 527-4622 or 616-291-0066.

READY TO CUT WOOD? Stop by for all you wood cutting supplies! Bars, chains, filters, etc. We stock new Redmax Chainsaws starting at $279! Used saws also available. Countryside Sales & Service .6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795.005

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In-house manufacture of metal roofing and siding panels cut to the exact lengths you need

Insurance Work Welcome Loaner Cars Available (616) 527-2170 1033 W. Lincoln Ionia, MI 48846 Quality Repair at a Reasonable Price

LANSING, MI – As Sparrow achieves another COVID-19 testing milestone, performing its 300,000th test, and expects a post-Thanksgiving uptick in demand, our experts are urging Mid-Michigan residents to choose the PCR nasopharyngeal swab because it is the most sensitive and accurate barometer of whether you have the virus. Sparrow has streamlined its testing process by allowing patients to use our “System Checker” and MySparrow portal to register for a test. The self-registration is so easy it can be done within a couple minutes. The MySparrow app registration and login is available at https:// mychart.sparrow.org/mychart. We are also expanding our testing capability to meet recent increases in demand and work toward a 1-2 day turnaround on results, far faster than most labs across the country. It took Sparrow only about six weeks to move from processing 200,000 tests to reach 300,000, and many are expecting those numbers to rise sharply in light of any concerns from gatherings during Thanksgiving week.

Sparrow continues to perform only the gold standard PCR nasopharyngeal swab test because less sensitive processes, such as the rapid antigen test, may have a greater false negative reading and are approved by the FDA only for symptomatic people within their first 5-12 days of symptoms. The risk of relying on these rapid tests, and increasing the likelihood of unwittingly spreading the virus in the community, is too great, especially since the PCR nasopharyngeal swab method is so readily available at Sparrow. Sparrow continues to offer tests to anyone who believes they need one and has been able to shorten the wait time for this gold standard process while still serving the needs of the community. Sparrow has been a national leader in COVID-19 testing, becoming one of the first hospitals in Michigan to offer tests for inpatients and using innovative processes to increase access and availability. Our Frandor drive-thru site alone has processed over 100,000 tests. Go to Sparrow.org/lab for more information.

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– OBITUARIES –

† COOK Roy Jerome Cook, age 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 24, 2020, joining his wife of 67 years, Dee, who had passed away in May. Theirs was a marriage that exemplified the saying that you should never marry someone with whom you think you can live with, marry someone you can’t live without. Roy was born in Pewamo, Michigan on January 28, 1931 to Oscar and Dora Mary (Wolscheid) Cook, the 10th of their 13 children. He worked on the family farm, excelled at sports, and trapped, fished, and hunted during his time in Pewamo. After graduating from high school, he joined the United States Navy, married the love of his life, Dolores Slater of Ionia, and was stationed in Key West, Florida. After completing his service, they moved back to Ionia where they raised their six children. For most of his career, he worked as an agent for Farm Bureau Insurance, and he was very active in the community, greatly enjoying his time in the Ionia Jaycees, the Knights of Columbus, and Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Roy was the ultimate outdoorsman, relishing his time hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, cross country skiing, taking long walks in the woods, singing around the campfire, gardening, or mushroom hunting. Whether he was at Sunrise Lake, fishing in Canada, or hunting out West or around Ionia, Roy was in his element when he was enjoying nature. He didn’t just live life, he attacked it, squeezing every drop of love, laughter, fun, and friendship out of it that he could, taking his friends and family along for the ride and making them all the better for it. And above all else, he showed that family isn’t an important thing—it’s everything. Roy was preceded in death by his loving wife of 67 years, Dolores (Slater) Cook, his siblings, Bernita (Walt) Fedewa, Isabelle (Don) Wilson, Angela (Joe) Coonrod, Dorothy (John) Golata, Ella (Alvin) Thelen, Cay (Jake) DeYoung, Marcia Cook, Donald Cook, David Cook, and his in-laws: Bob and Bonnie Slater, Bob & Marlene Hoppough, and Dave and Velma Ludwick. He is survived by his children: Caron and Keith Stetler of Lowell, Kris and Mike Tiemersma of Metairie, LA, Laurie and Kurt Tjalsma of Ionia, Janet and Dan Balice of Ionia, Phil and Chantal Cook of Zeeland, and Debbie and Joe Smith of Westphalia; his grandchildren: Collin Tiemersma and son, Colton; Justin (Beth) Tiemersma and children, Violet and Jude; Clair Tiemersma, Carlyn (Doug) Tjalsma Richards and daughter, Joelle; David Tjalsma; John and Leigh Balice; Tina (Zech) Cook Chester, Ryan (Jenny) Reidsma and children Landon and Ellie; Trevor Reidsma; and Mara, Brett and Logan Smith and 2 more great grandchildren on the way. He is also survived by his brothers, Jim (Jean) Cook, Leon (Jeannie) Cook, and his sister in law, Barbara Cook, all of Lansing, and his sister, Jenny Trier (RJ Weber) of Cincinnati. Roy and Dee’s last few years were spent at Green Acres in Ionia, where the staff took exceptional care of both of them, earning the family’s everlasting gratitude, and Ionia Area Hospice provided exceptional end of life care which was invaluable not only to Roy, but to those who loved him. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at http://www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com. † KEMP Kathy Jo Kemp aged 68 of Ionia passed away November 19, 2020 at home with her family. She was born January 28, 1952 in Ionia the daughter of Francis and Marion (Croel) Pritchard. Kathy married Robert Kemp July 12, 1969 in Lyons. Together they raised three children. She worked for Amway for 38 years in their finance department. Kathy enjoyed traveling overseas for work and with her family. She was a fan of dirt track racing, NASCAR and boxing. Kathy loved scrapbooking and the U of M Wolverines. Surviving are her loving husband of 51 years Robert Kemp of Ionia. Children; Gregory (Lori) Kemp of Ionia, Amy (James) Starkey of Ann Arbor and Jennifer (Sheri) Kemp of Florida. Grandchildren; Lyndsie (Shane) Cole, Melanie (Madhu) Sabbu, Ty (Megan) Weber, Logan (Shanon) Curtis, Liam Curtis, Brooke Kemp, Caleb Kemp, Tiffany King and CJ King. Sisters; Patricia (Joe) Kolp of Westphalia and Toni (Ben) Chapman of Temple, MI. Greatgrandchildren; Tate, Camden, Jace, Kipton, Corbyn, Natilee, Everleigh, Savannah, Vivianne and one on the way. Special Aunt Laura Croel and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and Uncle Junior Croel. Upon her request cremation has taken place and there will be private family services held at a later date. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to Susan Mast ALS Foundation 2500 Waldorf Court NW, Grand Rapids MI 49544 or Wounded Warrior Project, P. O. Box 758516 Topeka Kansas 66675. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com † MERCADO Frank H. Mercado met with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 26, 2020, one day before his 97th birthday. He was a longtime resident and businessman in Ionia. Frank was born on November 27, 1923 in Fort Worth, Texas, the son of Jesus and Luisa (Maldonado) Mercado. He spent his youth in Chicago, IL. In 1936 his family moved to Alma, MI. There he attended Alma High School and graduated in 1943. He entered the Navy in 1942 and was in the Navy Seabees, Battalion 119 as a machinist mate second class. There he received the Asiatic Pacific Medal and Philippine Liberation Medal. He was discharged in 1946. After being discharged he attended Ferris Institute. He met his beloved wife, Rosaline M. (Brown) Mercado, on a blind date and they were married May 6, 1950. They moved to Ionia in 1950 where he went to work for Martin Clothing Store as manager for 15 years. In 1965, he bought Hiler’s Clothing store and he remained there until its closing in 1985. While in business he served in many capacities for the city of Ionia. He was on the Planning Commission for the City of Ionia for 17 years, was a member of the Ionia Chamber of Commerce, life member of Knights of Columbus, life member of the Elks, life member of the VFW Sheridan post 5065 and life member of the Hunt and Fish club (serving as treasurer for 12 years and was President in 1972). Frank and Rosaline had 5 children: Randy German, Marcia (Ernie) Ross, Chris, Matt (Betsy) and Madelyn. Grandchildren are, Erin Hollon, Todd Hollon, and Tyler Mercado, and step-granddaughter, Melanie Laffert. He also has a great-granddaughter, Kimberlyn Hollon-Morseau, and step-greatgrandsons, Will and Ross Laffert. Preceding him in death were his wife of 64 years, Rosaline and his son, Randy German. Frank will always be remembered as a kind, generous and caring man who loved his family. He will be sadly missed by many. Visitation will take place on Friday, December 11, 2020 at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Ionia from 11:00am until 1:00pm. Graveside services will follow for immediate family. Frank’s wish was for memorial contributions to go to the Ss. Peter and Paul School and Faith Hospice. Arrangements are entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be made at www. lehmanfuneralhomes.com.

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† SMITH Linda Marie Smith, 64, of Ionia, passed away Saturday, November 28 at Butterworth hospital in Grand Rapids. On a freezing cold March 9, in 1956, a baby girl was born to Richard and Betty Northrup. Linda had a lazy eye, a cleft palate, and an indomitable spirit that destined her to overcome barriers. While the many corrective surgeries she had to endure left her with a dislike for healthcare, she learned it was important to help those who couldn’t help themselves. It also taught her that she did not like being on the receiving end of such assistance. She grew up surrounded by relatives, both the Northrups and her mother’s Lake family, which instilled in her a desire to take care of others. She helped care for children, helped in the family bakery, and in her teens decided to strike out on her own, ever the independent woman. She worked as a waitress and volunteered her time providing respite care for foster children. Linda graduated from Saranac High School in 1974, and continued to happily forge her own way, making lifelong friends, Joella and Sheila. On July 4, 1978, she had a date with a man that she wasn’t at all sure was suitable for her. Jack L. Smith, Jr. was in the military and frequently had to fly on a plane, something she despised, but his dogged persistence won her over. At the age of 23, she gave birth to her own baby girl, Kate, and decided to take Jack more seriously. They were married in November of that year. She moved from Lowell, MI to Fort Campbell, KY, then to Bad Kissigen, Germany, before finally spending 3 years in Fort Benning, GA. It was during this station that Jack was killed, and she went from military wife to military widow, a mantle she never took off. She decided to move back home to Michigan to raise her daughter closer to family. As a single mother, Linda worked to show her daughter that a woman can achieve anything she puts her mind to, but should always keep an eye out for the less fortunate. She worked at a bakery again, forming a sisterly bond with a coworker, Karen. This bond continued after she left for a few new jobs, eventually settling on work as an antiques dealer, where she met her dear friend, Vern. Many visitors to Flat River Antique Mall will remember her as the knowledgeable and quick-witted dealer at the register. During Kate’s first year at Michigan State, Linda’s parents passed away suddenly, and Linda took over care of her nieces. She had loved these girls since birth, and was able to raise them the same way she had raised Kate. Her girls loved having friends over, baking at the holidays, and yard saling in the summers to help supply “the booth”. Linda had a way of making memories out of the mundane, and for creating inside jokes that could cause uncontrollable laughter even years later. She was passionate about many things, but the women in her life and her love of them was utmost. We hope to live our lives as a tribute to who she was and who she taught us to be. She provided light, laughter, and love to everyone she met, and will be deeply missed by too many to name. She spoke her mind and followed her own path, fiercely stubborn from the beginning of her life until the end. She died surrounded by loved ones who held her hand, and cried as they told her how much they loved her. There will never be anyone like her, and the world is a darker place without her. Linda is survived by her beloved girls, Kate (John) Smith-Buckler and Jasmine Weitzel; her nephews Dylan and Aiden; her very best friends Joella (Don) Miller and Karen (Tom) Weeks, and numerous aunts, cousins, and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack, parents Richard and Betty (Lake) Northrup, and friends Sheila (Chris) Soyka and Vern (Bill) Sanders. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your local animal shelter or women’s shelter. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services at this time. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Saranac. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com † VANVORST Laurie Marie VanVorst aged 74 of Ionia passed away November 9, 2020. She was born October 8, 1946 in Detroit, Michigan the daughter of Edward and Dolores Revitte. Laurie married Dale VanVorst July 24, 1971 in Kalamazoo MI where they (ironically) met at a marriage class at Western Michigan University. Laurie was a graduate of Western Michigan University where she received her bachelor’s degree. She was a teacher for many years and had many jobs in her life including grading MEAP tests later in her life. She loved Cats and Dogs and enjoyed volunteering at the Ionia County Animal Shelter in her free time. Laurie loved the beauty of the outdoors, nature, movies, reading, and spending time with family and friends. Surviving is her husband of 49 years Dale. Son’s; Nick VanVorst of Caledonia and Neil VanVorst of Ionia. Sister Susan Lorbeck of Portage. She was preceded in death by her parents Edward and Dolores Revitte and by her brother Thomas Revitte. Laurie will forever be missed by her friends and family. She left behind a beautiful poem she liked for everyone to enjoy: Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free, I’m following the path God laid for me. I took his hand when I heard his call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work, to play. Tasks left undone must stay that way, I’ve found that peace at the close of the day. If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah yes, these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My Life’s been full, I savoured much, Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch, Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now, He set me free. Arrangements in Care of Lake Funeral Home of Ionia. Online Condolences can be made at www. lakefuneralhomes.com.

– AREA DEATHS – † BRADLEY Sterling Jay Bradley, age 62, of Ionia, passed away Saturday, November 21, 2020.

† HAMILTON Eva M. Hamilton, age 67, of Belding, passed away Sunday, November 29, 2020.

† ROCKBURN William J. Rockburn, age 78, of Belding, passed away Friday, November 27, 2020.

† CARR Christopher Michael Carr, age 39, formerly of Ionia, passed away Thursday, November 26, 2020.

† O’CONNOR Patrick J. O’Connor, age 63, of Fenwick, passed away Monday, November 30, 2020.

† SIMON Celestine W. Simon, age 90, formerly of Westphalia, passed away Thursday, November 26, 2020.

† DALTON Daniel J. Dalton, age 53, of Ionia, passed away Thursday, November 26, 2020.

† PEAKE Corrie Brooks Peake, age 60, of Portland, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2020.

† WILLARD Mark Lester Willard, age 64, of Lake Odessa, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2020.

† DYER Betty Dyer, age 93, of Lyons, passed away Monday, November 23, 2020.

† ROBINSON Leigh Ann Robinson, age 65, of Belding, passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2020.

† WILSON Bonnie E. Wilson, age 89, of Belding, passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2020.

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Sign on bonus will be paid out in increments after 30 days, 90 days, and 6 months of employment* HELP WANTED - Full & part time cashiers wanted for the grocery store and gas station in Muir. Please send resumes to mvmmuir@yahoo.com

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In light of the current situation, we are encouraging people to leave their vehicle and use our drop-box. We also offer pickup and delivery for those who need it.

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DROP OFF OR SEND RESUME TO: BLUNDY & HOPPES, 3765 S STATE RD IONIA MI 48846

COMPLETE UNDER CAR SERVICE! Exhaust Service • Tune-Ups • Oil Changes • Brake Reconditioning Quick Lube • Wheel Balancing • 4x4 Bearing & Lock-Out Service Complete Suspension Work • Front & Rear Alignments (up to 207” wheelbase)

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BUILDING LOT FOR SALE Foreign • Rebuilt Alternators & Starters Reconditioned Batteries - $35 + exchange 2.5 acres north of Saranac. Perked and ready to build. Late and Early Model Cars and Trucks WE can build or you can use your own builder. TOP $ $ $ $ $ $ $ PAID! $41,500. Froling Quality Homes. 616-291-0066 or WORK WANTED - Double D’s TOOLS, ABRASIVES, supplies 616-527-4622. Tree & Handyman Service. and hardware. Make us your 40’ & 70’ Bucket truck, tree first stop instead of your trim and removal, Gutter last stop. We probably have RECONDITIONED BATcleaning, window washing, TERIES: $35 plus exit. Just think of all the time power washing buildings, change. Wandel Auto barns, homes, decks & etc. and gas money you will have Salvage, 2200 Welch Insured. Call Dave Delinsky saved. Easy in, easy out! C&W Road, Ionia. 616-527616-212-3008. FREE ESTI- Tool Sales, 4548 South State, 3792. MATES! (M-66) Ionia. 616-527-2724.

Sparrow honored by Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce for COVID-19 innovation and response LANSING, MI – Sparrow has been honored with a Regional Growth Award from the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce for its innovation and support of the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. The honor was given during the virtual Celebration of Regional Growth Awards ceremony held Tuesday to recognize game-changing organizations and projects in the Lansing area. The Chamber specifically cited the innovative Sparrow Laboratories Drive-Thru Services site at Frandor and the overall work of Sparrow labs.

Sparrow has been a national leader in COVID-19 testing, becoming one of the first hospitals in Michigan to offer tests for inpatients and using innovative processes to increase access and availability. The Frandor drive-thru site alone has processed over 100,000 tests. Sparrow Health System President and CEO James F. Dover received the award, saying “we accept it on behalf of our extraordinary caregivers who have been on the frontlines of the pandemic.” “In times of challenge, ingenuity and excellence flow to the top and that’s what

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we’ve seen at Sparrow,” Dover said. “As the region’s only community-based, community-owned health system, Mid-Michigan residents expect us to be there for their healthcare needs and be flexible enough to maneuver through any critical care crisis. We have worked to fulfill their expectations.” The Chamber event featured a video that illustrates the extraordinary care Sparrow has provided during this trying time: https://vimeo.com/messagemakers/ review/479974028/a32c91babe

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75 E. Grand River Ave. Ionia, MI 48846

(Corner of M-66 and Grand River)

616-527-4370

Local, Family owned Propane Service • Affordable PROPANE pricing with no added fees. • Budget, Fixed Price & Pre-Pay Available.

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Thank You! I Would Like To Thank All My Friends And Family For The Birthday Cards And Wishes I Received. I Literally Was Overwhelmed With Gratitude And Emotion.

SODA BLASTING Mobile unit. Environmentally safe and less abrasive than sand blasting. For more information and pricing, Call 616-204-1922.

IONIA COUNTY COMMISSION ON AGING IS HIRING! Part-time Kitchen Aides Previous kitchen/cooking experience preferred. In-Home Aides: Several Part-time God Bless You All. Stay Safe. positions & Two Full-time positions available: Driver’s License/own transportation & some experience required. Have you had a positive expeSubstitute Home Delivered Let’s all support our rience with a local business or Meal Driver Fill-in position. local businesses, Like organization? Shout it out to Driver’s License required. the Main St. Stores all of Ionia County here! Place High School diploma or and local mom & pop your 25 word maximum Shout stores . They need GED required. Application Out by calling 616 642-9411; your help and this is emailing kara.raimer@att. and more details at www. the very best time to net; or from our website www. ioniacounty.org or call Ionia hang together or to ioniacountyshoppersguide. County COA, 115 Hudson hang separately. Mucom. Free of charge for a St, Ionia MI 48846 to have sicweaverUSA.com or limited time. Deadline is Noon an application mailed to you. Call 616-527-1235. on Thursday. (616) 527-5365, (888) 527HELP WANTED - Carrier for 5365 Ionia County is an equal Walking paper route in Ionia. An AMISH LOG HEADBOARD opportunity employer. AND Queen Pillow Top MatPlease stop by at The Shoptress Set. Brand new-never pers Guide, 13 N Bridge St. Saranac, Monday-Thursday used, sell all for $375. Call anytime 989-923-1278. 8am to 2pm.

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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. WE RENT LOG SPLITTERS 25 & 30 ton available. Rent for only $50 per day or Buy 25 ton $1359 or 30 ton for $1995. Countryside Sales & Service .6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795.

YOU’RE INVITED- to see a large selection of sofas and recliners at Seymour Furniture in downtown Ionia. Layaway and free delivery available.

FREE Scrap metal removal of Ionia. Cars, trucks, mowers, snowmobiles, motorcycles, quads, golf carts and more! Call Scott 517-526-7644.

Great Selection of Recliners!

Sofas • Jewelry Armoires Occasional Tables • Hall Trees Swivel Rockers • Magazine Racks Dining Room Tables Other gifts too numerous to mention

An excellent gift with lasting value would be a new mattress & box spring. Now specially priced for Christmas gift giving.

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OPEN Monday – Saturday! Seymour Furniture will be busy playing Santa delivering your lay-a-way Dec. 24th

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The halls are decked, the lists are checked; Christmas is here, bringing good cheer. There’s just one thing we’ve left to do: Send our very best wishes to each one of you! Thanks to our customers and neighbors all around town for your friendship and support. We wish you and yours all the best at Christmastime and in the New Year. Happy Holidays!

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27 Beardsley Road, Ionia www.denkerwater.com *Mobile homes may be slightly higher • Dealer participation may vary. • See dealer for details. Limited time offer. • Not valid with other offers. • ©2014 Culligan InternationalCo.

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BAKE SALE December 12th ~ 9am to 2pm

COVID SAFE

1925 Kelsey Hwy ~ Ionia

Fudge, Pies, Cookies, Candies BuckeyesIncluding & Mounds and lots more!! Farmer’s Wife Catering

STORE WIDE CHRISTMAS SALE through December 24th. DAVAL’S USED FURNITURE & ANTIQUES. Hastings, MI. Sunday 12 to 5pm, Monday-Thursday 9am to 6pm, Friday 10am to 8pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm. 269948-2463. Propane Exempt.

Collector Dolls, Toys and Antique Glassware Online Only Estate Auction. Bidding open now, closes beginning at 7:00 p.m. December 13, 2020. Complete listing, photos, details register to bid at www.FurloAuction.com 989-835-1581

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR & BAKE SALE ! Thursday, Friday and Saturday, December 10, 11 &12, 9am to 3pm. First Christian Church, 130 E. Washington St. Ionia. Gifts, Baskets, Crafts, Refurbished glassware, Cookie and Brownine mixes, Baked Goods, Handmade Christmas treasures. White Elephant Table and Much More! Mask are REquired/ SHOPPERS GUIDE HOURS Monday - Thursday 8am to 3pm. Closed Friday -Sunday. DEADLINES ARE NOON ON THURSDAYS!!!

MATTRESS

SALE

Another Ellsworth Online Tool Auction Kennedy Toolbox, mechanics, Milwaukee, Snapon, MAC, Matco, Porta Mag, Power Mag, Chain saws. Bid December 10 – 14 at NarhiAUCTIONS.com Byron MI 810.266.6474

HAPPY 80th BIRTHDAY! December 16, 2020

FOR SALE - Seasoned white Ash for outside wood boilers. 14’ dump trailer load. Approximately 2 full cords. $340. If more than 15 miles, $365. Cash only! 989-640-8414.

Trains, Vintage Beer Cans & More Online Auction. Bidding open December 8 through 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 15, 2020. Details, complete listings, photos and register to bid at: www. EstateSaleExperts.com 248987-0030 Jewelry, Gifts and More Online Auction. Bid now through 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 16, 2020. Many pieces new in box! Turquoise; Silver; 14K; Seiko! Details, photos, register to bid: www. EstateSaleExperts.com 248987-0030

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METAL ROOFING regular and shingle style, HALF OFF ON SPECIAL COLORS! Also, lifetime asphalt shingles available. Licensed and insured We have so much to be builders. Quality work for 40 thankful for during theis years! 517-575-3695. Thanksgiving season. ATTENTION EMPLOYERS!!! We are blessed to live in Reach across the state with this great U.S. of A. The a Michigan MegaMarket American Red Cross is Statewide Classified Network especially thankful during EMPLOYMENT classified ad. this COVID-19 period for Reach 1.9 Million households all the donors, volunteers within highly read, local home-delivered newspapers and workers at the Noand shopping guides each vember 27 blood drive at week! A 25-word ad is just the Saranac Community $249.00, $10 for additional Church. Forty units of words per-week! Buy 3 ads, life saving blood were receive each 4th ad FREE! collected. Robert Straub Call 1-800-783-0267 today! received his 2 gallon pin. Do you owe $10,000+ to the Marsha Culver received IRS or State in back taxes? her 3 gallon pin. Daniel Get tax relief now! We’ll fight Kaufman, Michael Baker, Pamela Grieves and Walter Ingfor you! (800)560-0145 - vartsen were Double Red Donors. (Mon-Fri 10am-8pm EST). Cheryl Greiner, who leads our Saranac Volunteer team and Adjustable Bed Brand New began volunteering 45 years ago, received her poster for with Imcomfort gel memory donating 100 pints of life saving blood. Congratulations, foam mattress. Retail Cost Cheryl! $3,995.00, sacrifice for We hope we have good weather and many healthy donors $875.00. Call for showing or delivery: 989-615-2951. for our January 25, 2021 blood drive.

Red Cross Blood Drive

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a division of Flex-N-Gate Corporation is currently seeking

CANDIDATES FOR GENERAL LABOR All Positions - All Shifts

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Pay rate increased to $16.50 Rapid Progression to $17.70 (High school diploma and GED not required)

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IONIA

CHEVY, BUICK OR GMC

*

*On Most 2020/2021 Models

2020 CHEVY SONIC LT

2020 CHEVY MALIBU LT

219

$

MSRP $27,595

MSRP $21,740 • Stk #C20-509

EVERYONE BUYS FOR...

17,499

$

MO.

39 MONTHS AT 10,000 MILES PER YEAR, $2,289 DUE AT SIGNING

LT, front wheel drive

219

$

2020 BUICK ENCLAVE AWD Essence Pkg. • MSRP $49,530 • Stk #C20-408

189 MSRP $24,195

EVERYONE BUYS FOR...

37,997

$

MO.

24 MONTHS AT 10,000 MILES PER YEAR, $729 DUE AT SIGNING

MO.

39 MONTHS AT 10,000 PER YEAR, $899 DUE AT SIGNING

Plus Tax and Fees

2020 CHEVY TRAX LT

$

2020 CHEVY EQUINOX

2020 BUICK ENCORE GX Front wheel drive

239

$

MO.

39 MONTHS AT 10,000 PER YEAR, $689.00 DUE AT SIGNING

Plus Tax and Fees

THESE VEHICLES HAVE TWO WARRANTIES1... BOTH WITH A $0 DEDUCTIBLE:



BUMPER-TO-BUMPER LIMITED WARRANTY For 12 months or 12,000 miles

2

Almost every part of your Certified vehicle is covered under this warranty excluding normal wear and maintenance items.

‘17 CHEVY MALIBU LT

Stk #CU989

17,995

$

‘18 CHEVY TRAVERSE LT

Stk #CU1009

27,217

$

‘18 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500

Stk #C20487A

40,119

$

‘17 CHEVY EQUINOX SUV

Stk #CU945A

$

20,211

‘17 BUICK ENCLAVE PREM.

Stk #CU1007

29,191

$

‘19 CHEVY TAHOE LS

Stk #CU993

All lease payments with approved credit. See dealer for details.

41,195

$

‘19 GMC TERRAIN SLE

Stk #CU1010

21,118

$

‘20 BUICK ENVISION PREF.

Stk #CU1014

29,323

$

‘17 GMC SIERRA 1500

Stk #CU949

$

42,293



POWERTRAIN LIMITED WARRANTY For 6 months or 100,000 miles3

This warranty covers the big ticket items, including your engine, transmission and drivetrain.

‘17 CHEVY TRAVERSE LT

Stk #CU1012

22,578

$

‘18 CHEVY COLORADO Z-71

Stk #CU996

$

29,266

‘17 GMC SIERRA 1500

Stk #CU997

43,592

$

‘20 CHEVY EQUINOX LT

Stk #CU921

23,236

$

‘17 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500

Stk #CU1001

30,728

$

‘17 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500

Stk #C20508A

43,968

$

‘17 BUICK ENVISION SUV

Stk #CU966

23,939

$

‘17 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500

Stk #CU1013

34,992

$

‘17 GMC YUKON SLT

Stk #CU1000

45,991

$

1 12-Month/12,000-Mile Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty and 6-Year/100,000-Mile Powertrain Limited Warranty. Whichever comes first, from original in-service date. See dealer for details. 2 Whichever comes first, in addition to any remaining original factory Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty. See dealer for details. 3 Whichever comes first, from original in-service date. See dealer for details.

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Open Enrollment for Health Insurance is NOW! Ends December 15th BCBSM, PHP, Priority Health & Marketplace plans

CHEER SPREAD HOLIDAY

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If you or a loved one were diagnosed with OVARIAN CANCER or MESOTHELIOMA after use of TALCUM products such as BABY POWDER or SHOWER TO SHOWER, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact Charles H. Johnson 1-800535-5727

WANTED: OLD GUITARS Guitar Collector Will Pay CASH for Old Fender, Martin, Gibson & More USA Made Guitars! Call Tony: 517-749-2397 OXYGEN - Anytime. Anywhere. No tanks to refill. No deliveries. The All-New Inogen One G4 is only 2.8 pounds! FAA approved! FREE info kit: 855-970-1066

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Portland District Library Lines

Write On! Have you ever wanted to write a book? Do you wonder what it would take to create your own comic strip? Maybe you already enjoy writing short stories? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Write On! Portland District Library’s new writing club for patrons ages 8-12, would be perfect for you. Registration for this program starts Tuesday, November 17. Take-and-Make bags with supplies will be handed out upon registration and used each week to work through creative writing prompts. Follow along with Youth Librarian Eileen in our Youtube videos each week as she takes you through the prompts to get you started on your journey as an author. Contact Youth Librarian Eileen Pock at 517-647-6981 ext. 3 or epock@portlandmilibrary. com with questions.

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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.

– BELDING –

DECEMBER 11 & 12 – RESCHEDULED CHRISTMAS BAZAAR (Pending restrictions.) Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 422 W High Street. Crafts, quilts, attic treasures and baked goods including our homemade cinnamon rolls. We will also be selling frozen, ready to bake apple pies made from scratch. DECEMBER 15 – DRIVE-THRU HOLIDAY MEALS FOR SENIORS Location to be determined. 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Roast Beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed veggies, fruit pie, milk and water. RSVP by Friday, December 11th. 616 527-5365 or 888 527-5365. Suggested donation of $3 for 60+ Seniors and their caregivers.

– CLARKSVILLE –

DECEMBER 15 – DRIVE-THRU HOLIDAY MEALS FOR SENIORS Bible Church, 191 S Main Street. 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Roast Beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed veggies, fruit pie, milk and water. RSVP by Friday, December 11th. 616 527-5365 or 888 527-5365. Suggested donation of $3 for 60+ Seniors and their caregivers.

– IONIA –

DECEMBER 8 – DRIVE-THRU MEAL SERVICE FOR SENIORS ICCOA, 115 Hudson Street. 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Ham & scalloped potatoes, green beans, cranberry-apple crisp, milk and water. Information: 616 5275365 or 888 527-5365. Suggested donation of $3 for 60+ Seniors and their caregivers. $5 charge for others. DECEMBER 10-12 – CHRISTMAS BAZAAR & BAKE SALE 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Ionia First Christian Church, 130 E. Washington. Gifts, baskets, crafts, baked goods. Masks required. DECEMBER 15 – DRIVE-THRU HOLIDAY MEALS FOR SENIORS ICCOA, 115 Hudson Street. 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Roast Beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed veggies, fruit pie, milk and water. RSVP by Friday, December 11th. 616 527-5365 or 888 527-5365. Suggested donation of $3 for 60+ Seniors and their caregivers. DECEMBER 22 – DRIVE-THRU MEAL SERVICE FOR SENIORS ICCOA, 115 Hudson Street. 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Sloppy joe, potato wedges, sliced peaches, sweet treat, milk and water. Information: 616 527-5365 or 888 527-5365. Suggested donation of $3 for 60+ Seniors and their caregivers. $5 charge for others. DECEMBER 29 – DRIVE-THRU MEAL SERVICE FOR SENIORS ICCOA, 115 Hudson Street. 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Cheddar broccoli soup, crackers, Prince Charles vegetable blend, spicy apples, cookie, milk and water. Information: 616 527-5365 or 888 527-5365. Suggested donation of $3 for 60+ Seniors and their caregivers. $5 charge for others. 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) TUESDAY – FOOD PANTRY/CLOTHING CLOSET Ionia Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Center is open on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday monthly, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ID needed. Accepting slightly used clothing for those in need. 616 527-6465 for info.

FARM MACHINERY AUCTION

Located 1 mile south of St. Johns, Michigan on Old US-27 to Parks road, then 1/3 mile east to 1250 E. Parks Road, St. Johns, Michigan on:

THURSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 10TH, 10AM

JD 2950D tractor w/FWA, N.H. LS160 skid steel loader, Gehl 800 chopper, SP windrowers, 5 single & tandem axle dump wagons, Kewanee 500 disc, rotary hoe, very few small items be on time as the entire sale will not take long. Crosby Farms

Selling Real Estates & All Types of Property, at Auction, Anywhere!

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IDEAS THAT WORK: IONIA INNOVATORS FIND REFERRALS FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES HIT BY COVID-19 IONIA, MICHIGAN—With many local businesses facing record sales losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic, one area group is steadily providing help for area businesses. Ionia Innovators has found success bringing customer referrals to its members. Group president Linda Enden, a local Mary Kay Cosmetics director, explains: “We ask our friends and customers what they need, then we point them to a member of our group. Those word-of-mouth referrals result in new business. We work together and trust each other to provide excellent service for each referral, and that brings a steady increase in referrals.” Kevin Kasper, owner of Sid’s Flower Shop in Ionia, says he’s had steady referrals. “There is no doubt we’ve benefitted from having Ionia Innovators’ referrals

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DECEMBER 15 – DRIVE-THRU HOLIDAY MEALS FOR SENIORS Senior Housing, 320 Summit Street. 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Roast Beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed veggies, fruit pie, milk and water. RSVP by Friday, December 11th. 616 527-5365 or 888 527-5365. Suggested donation of $3 for 60+ Seniors and their caregivers. THURSDAY – FOOD PANTRY at Saranac Community Church, 125 Bridge Street is open Thursdays, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm – no appointment needed. Must be Saranac-Clarksville resident. May use pantry once per month. For information call 642-6322.

DECEMBER 15 – DRIVE-THRU HOLIDAY MEALS FOR SENIORS First Congregational Church, 421 E Bridge (at the Smith Street entrance). 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Roast Beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, mixed veggies, fruit pie, milk and water. RSVP by Friday, December 11th. 616 527-5365 or 888 527-5365. Suggested donation of $3 for 60+ Seniors and their caregivers. 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 – FOOD PANTRY 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Portland First Congregational Church, 421 E Bridge Street, 517-647-6441. TUESDAY – EUCHRE TOURNAMENTS 1:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004. WEDNESDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10:00 a.m.at Portland First Congregational Church, 421 East Bridge Street in the Fellowship Hall. Masks are required. Call 616 575-8000 for informations. WEDNESDAY – FOOD PANTRY 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Portland First Congregational Church, 421 E Bridge Street, 517-647-6441. THURSDAY – EUCHRE TOURNAMENTS 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.

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in 2020,” Kasper said. “It’s a big part of our business, and it’s growing.” Enden added, “We are selective. We only allow one member in the group for each business category. That ensures a steady supply of referrals for that member.” Ionia Innovators was established in 2015. Many in the group have been networking together since 2002. The formula seems to be working: “We keep track of the dollar amount for the referrals passed to members in our group, and there has been virtually no drop-off in 2020,” Enden stated. Ionia Innovators meets weekly. There is currently room for four additional members. To contact Ionia Innovators, visit the website at IoniaInnovators.com

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DIRECTIONS: South of Greenville on m91 2 miles to Fletcher Rd, West 1 mile to auction. Sellers have discontinued business and will sell inventory at Live Onsite Auction the following good working paving equipment. 10% BP. INSPECTION/PREVIEW: Friday December 11 from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. REMOVAL: After auction and Sunday 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. Bring your own loading equipment. TRUCKS: 1998 Freightliner FL20 Century series Tractor, 524,568 miles, Detroit 60 series diesel, Rockwell 10 speed transmission, 10 yard Tandem Dump, Runs/Drives/Works; 1989 Kenworth T800 Tractor, 322,258 miles, Cummins Diesel, Eaton fuller 9 speed Transmission, 10 yard Tandem dump, Runs/ Drives/Works; 1979 Western Star Austin White, 400 Cummins, 12 speed Eaton Fuller transmission, over drive, Air Ride suspension, 10 yard dump, serviced and last operated 2012; 1986 International S1900 Service Truck, DT466 Diesel, Allison Automatic Transmission, Reconditioned engine; 1995 Ford F250 XLT, 7.3 Power Stroke Diesel, 4x4, Manual transmission, Runs/Drives; TRAILERS: 1994 Trail King 28 ft Tandem, 40,000 lbs, Rollback Trailer, Hydraulic Jack; 1989 Interstate 16 ft Beavertail, 22,975 lbs, Tri-Axle; 18 ft Tri-Axle w/ Beavertail; 15 ft Tri-axle w/ Beavertail; 16 ft Tandem Trailer, Drop Gate; EQUIPMENT: 510D Bucket Grader, RUNS, 4x4, ½ yd Bucket, 10 ft grader blade, Ripper on back, White Diesel, with 3 y/o Power Broom attachment; 8500 Lee Boy Elite 2 Man Paver, 6435 hours, new 1995, Runs/Works; DoMore 707 Loader, ¾ yd bucket, 8 ft Back blade, Runs, NO BRAKES, 2 stroke Detroit diesel, 4x4; 550 gallon Asphalt Sealer Tank on Tandem Trailer with Agitator; 1994 Ingersol Rand 5000 lbs Roller, DD-24, Vibrator, Deutz diesel, bought new, Runs; Dinapack 2000 lbs Roller, 1 cyl Yanmar Diesel, Split Drum, Runs; Caterpillar CB214 5000 lbs Roller, 2 cyl diesel, Runs; Miller Bobcat 225G Welder/Generator; Miller XMT 304 Arc Welder & Wire Feeder; (3) Acetylene torch Sets; & More!

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Left-handed, lefty, southpaw — these are all terms used to describe people who favor their left hands for writing, throwing a ball and myriad other activities. It is estimated that between 10 and 12 percent of all people are left-handed. Although that makes southpaws an undeniable minority, the number of left-handed people is creeping up. Left-handers are worthy of notice and recognition. As such, explore these interesting facts and figures about left-handers. Sports proclivity Being left-handed may confer an advantage for athletes. Wayne Gretzky, Sandy Koufax and Martina Navratilova are just a few of the many accomplished left-handed sports legends. Sports scientist Florian Loffing with the Institute of Sport Science, University of Oldenburg in Germany found that in sports where there is a short time con-

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If you think that “National Older Driver Safety Awareness Week” is only relevant for aging drivers, think again. Families, friends, healthcare professionals and law enforcement also play important roles in the lives of aging drivers, especially when the time comes to transition from driving to non-driving. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson encouraged Michigan residents to celebrate the week by taking this opportunity to learn more about the topics related to aging and driving on the state’s Safe Driver Smart Options website at Michigan.gov/AgingDriver. “Our aging driver website is an excellent resource for older drivers, their families and the professionals who care for them,” Benson said. “I encourage everyone to visit the Safe Drivers Smart Options website to learn more about keeping an aging family member safe, active and mobile.” Beginning Dec. 7, residents are invited to explore a different topic each day with their family, friends, and professionals in their community: Monday, Dec. 7: Anticipating Changes That Can Affect Driving Tuesday, Dec. 8: Family Conversations Wednesday, Dec.9: Screening and Evaluations with an Occupational Therapist Thursday, Dec. 10: Interventions That Can Empower Drivers Friday, Dec. 11: Staying Engaged in the Community With or Without a Car The website provides accessible information and resources for drivers, their families and the professionals who work with them. Visitors to the website will discover: Older driver self-assessment driving tools and videos Links to driver refresher

courses and other community supports for older drivers Information about how medications and health problems may affect driving and lists of resources available to drivers once they stop driving Strategies for initiating conversations about when and how to transition to a non-driving lifestyle Procedures for referring an unsafe driver for a driver reexamination Information about the aspects of aging and how best to interact with older residents for audiences such as law enforcement, healthcare, and other professionals “We are all aging and some day will have to make the transition away from driving,’” Benson said. “Much of the stress and worry during this process can be relieved through planning and knowing what resources are available in your community.” Recognized for excellence by the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators, the Safe Drivers Smart Options website was developed through a collaboration of public and private agencies as a much-needed strategy to promote safety and mobility for Michigan's aging adults. For more information and resources about aging drivers, visit the Safe Drivers Smart Options website.

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State Rep. Julie Calley of Portland today issued the following statement as the Michigan House prepares to take up several measures to address COVID-19: “My colleagues and I are deeply committed to protecting the people we serve, and we have been since the very first day this virus was identified in Michigan. The needs of our first responders, health care workers and frontline employees are ever-changing, and it’s incredibly important to make sure they have the right tools in place, so they can serve our communities well. We’re moving forward with several measures that will provide relief in the coming weeks, and I’m hopeful the governor will partner with us to get them across the finish line.” BAILEY’S SEWING MACHINE REPAIR - 4849 N. State Rd. Ionia, MI48846. 616-5220702. Hours are 9am to 5pm.Singer, Brother, Pfaff.

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Ionia County

SHOPPER’S

GUIDE

616 642-9411 email: icsg@sbcglobal.net

Country

Side Sales

6201 Stage Rd. •Ionia MI 48846

989-637-4795

BEAT THE SPRING RUSH!

Walk-In Clinic

Open seven days a week, no appointments necessary. Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Get Your Mower Winterized & Serviced for Next Year! SERVICE INCLUDES

• Oil Change • Spark Plug • Blades • Clean Deck

• Air Filters • Fuel Filters • Grease • Check Belts

Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sparrow Medical Group 550 E. Washington Street, Ionia Walk-in or check-in online at Sparrow.org/ioniawalkin.

Pick-up & Delivery Available with Enclosed trailer! Call For Pricing!

We Service All Brands!

Why wait 3 to 4 weeks in the Spring when you can get it done NOW! Plus have your mower clean over winter and Ready to Go when the Grass turns Green!

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PRE-CUT CHRISTMAS TREES! USDA Choic e

- M E AT -

Pot Roast

3

$ 29

USDA Choice

English Roast

3

lb.

Made In

Polish SaStore usage

lb.

3

$ 99

Boneless Stuffed

Pork Chops

lb.

$ 99

Pineapple

99

each

X-Fancy

Pacific Rose Apples

99 2/$ 00 4 3/$ 00 5 ¢

Cros Gala & Sp s of lendour... Sw

eet & Crisp!

lb.

lb.

31-40 Cou nt

Raw Shrim p

Deli Sliced

2-lbs. For. ..

1200

$

Shaved Ham

3

Medium Size

¢

$ 49

1

- PRODUCE -

$ 99

Fresh

Strawberries

1 lb. pkg.

Blueberries

lb.

- GROCERY -

pints

Fresh Cut

99 4/$ 00 1 99¢ ¢ 69

Avocados .........................................

Domestic Swiss

3/

$ 59

Fresh - Lg Bunch

lb. Jim’s - Fresh Cut

Broccoli Crowns.........................

3

Cilantro.............................................. lb.

Sliced Cheese .............................

89

6 oz.

¢ 2-Liter Faygo Pop ............ plus dep. Essential Everyday $ 99 Bottled Water ................................. 32 pk. Assorted Varieties 2/$ 00 Assorted Flavors

2 5

Better Made Pretzels

12-15oz.

Whole & Cracked Corn

6

lb.

$ 99 On-The-Vine lb. Tomatoes........................................... 2/$ 00

Checkerboard Cheese .................. Dairy Fresh - Assorted Varieties

4 4

lb.

Order Your Fruit Baskets Now! ALL FRUIT

1399 1899 3199 1999 3999 4999 7999

$ $ 1/2 Peck Basket .................. $ Peck Basket ........................... $ Small Wicker Basket ......... $ Large Wicker Basket ......... $ 1/2 Bushel Basket .............. $ Bun Basket .............................

Bushel Basket ......................

DELUXE

1999 2799 4399 2899 5199 6499 9499

$ $ $ $ $ $ $

DELUXE INCLUDES Cheese, Candy

Cheese, Nuts & Candy Cheese, Nuts, Candy & Sausage Cheese, Nuts & Candy Cheese, Nuts, Candy & Sausage Cheese, Nuts, Candy, Sausage & Honey Cheese, Nuts, Candy, Sausage & Honey

Our Fruit Baskets are custom-made with apples, oranges, grapefruit, pears, tangerines, tangelos, grapes and bananas. Deluxe Baskets include fruit and also include the items listed above.

$ 99

We reserve the right to limit quantities. Not responsible for printing errors.

We Offer Carry Out!

50 lb. bag

30 Pack

Busch or plus Busch Light dep.

16

$

99

Assorted Varieties

¢

M-66 & Tuttle Road

1199

$

Josh Cellars ................................

750ml

(at the light) Just South of Ionia (616) 527-1760 • Mon.-Sat. 7-9 • Sun. 8-9 Prices Effective: December 7th thru December 13th, 2020