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As we celebrate the holidays, we’re reminded of how fortunate we are to be surrounded by good friends and neighbors like all of you. We greatly appreciate your support and friendship, and we look forward to sharing more visits with you in the coming year.

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Tips to ensure holiday road trips are safe and stress-free Holiday travel may required covering a long distance in a limited amount of time. Finding ways to be efficient in regard to time management can reduce stress and improve safety.

After a 2020 holiday season in which the pandemic forced the postponement or cancellation of festivities, families are planning to get together once again in 2021.

Many people will head home for the holidays this year, and the vast majority will take to the highway to do so.

The U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics says the Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year’s holiday

periods are among the busiest for long-distance travel. The highways will be busy with motorists criss-crossing the country to visit loved ones.

Holiday travel may require covering a long distance in a limited amount of time. Finding ways to be efficient in regard to time management can reduce stress and improve safety.

TRAVEL AT NIGHT If you can safely manage it, you may experience considerably less traffic in the evening hours than during other times of day. In addition, if kids are in tow, they may sleep much of the way, helping to reduce the number of times they ask, “Are we there yet?” Share driving responsibilities with another person so that each driver can take a break to prevent drowsy driving.

GET A VEHICLE MAINTENANCE CHECK No one wants to get stranded on the side of the road with a car filled with gifts and treats.

It’s well worth the investment to have a mechanic give a vehicle a checkup prior to leaving. Get an oil change even if it’s a little early to do so. Look at tire tread wear and ensure that you have the right tires for the road conditions where you’ll be headed.

PLAN YOUR ROUTE People often rely on mobile phone or dashboard GPS systems to get where they need to go. However, it helps to have a general idea of the route so that if service drops out you can still find your way. Scout

out rest stops or acceptable restaurants online prior to leaving so you have a plan for making stops in safe areas.

STOCK THE CAR While presents may be taking up valuable real estate, pack a cooler with snacks and beverages to help reduce how many times you need to get off the highway. Also, games or other forms of entertainment can keep children occupied on long trips.

SLOW DOWN IN INCLEMENT WEATHER The holiday meal can be

reheated if you’re late, so don’t feel compelled to speed or drive erratically when the weather is stormy. It’s not worth the risk of getting into an accident that can cause serious injuries. Travelers United, a nonprofit organization that represents all travelers, also warns that quick storms that pop up after a long dry spell can immediately make road surfaces extremely slippery.

Use caution.

Planning and preparation are essential to getting home safely this holiday season.

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Classic holiday films families can enjoy together The holiday season is steeped in tradition. Few traditions may elicit more collective belly laughs than holiday movie night, a tradition in millions of households across the globe. Families can consider these classic holiday films as they plan family movie night this holiday season.

• “Miracle on 34th Street” (1947): This classic is centered around a man named “Kris Kringle” (Edmund Gwenn) who claims to be the real Santa

Claus after a successful stint as a department store Santa in midtown Manhattan. A trial to determine if Mr. Kringle is telling the truth soon follows. This

version of the tale has earned a 96 percent rating on the popular film review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes.

• “A Christmas Story” (1983): Though it airs all day long on Christmas on the cable television network TBS, families can get a head-start on that marathon and watch the film uninterrupted whenever they choose. Families can laugh together as 9-year-old Ralphie (Peter Billingsley) hopes to unwrap his official Red Ryder BB gun on Christmas morning. The film, which boasts an 89 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, includes a memorable performance by Darren McGavin, who plays Ralphie’s father.

• “Babes In Toyland” (1934): Also known as “March of the Wooden Soldiers,” this nearly century-old classic stars the legendary comedy duo Laurel and Hardy as two helpful tenants living in Mother Peep’s shoe in Toyland.

NOTICE TO I-DART CUSTOMERS Ionia Dial-A-Ride will be CLOSED Thursday through Saturday, December 23rd - 25th in observance of the Christmas Holiday We will re-open Monday, December 27th at our regularly scheduled time.

Ionia Dial-A-Ride will be CLOSED Thursday through Saturday, December 30th - January 1st in observance of the New Year.

We will re-open Monday, January 3rd at our regularly scheduled time.

Have a Safe & Happy Holiday!

back to the 20th century. This animated tale tells the story of Arthur (voiced by James McAvoy), Santa’s youngest son who is thrust into the Christmas Eve • “How the Grinch Stole Christ- business of delivering presents mas” (1967): An animated when his father fails to deliver version of the Dr. Seuss classic, a present to one child out of this film has entertained scores the hundreds of millions of kids of children since it was first released more than 50 years ago.

• “Holiday Inn” (1942): Hollywood legends Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire star in this classic that is perhaps most remembered for introducing the Irving Berlin class “White Christmas” to the masses.

The film boasts a 100 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes and has something for fans of song, dance and romance.

• “Arthur Christmas” (2011): Not all Christmas films date

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• “A Christmas Carol” (1951): Many holiday season celebrants cannot imagine letting a season go by without watching at least one adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic tale. The 1951 version is widely considered the

most faithful to Dickens’ 1843 novella that recounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge. Alastair Sim stars as Scrooge, and many consider his performance the best of any actor to take a turn as the notorious 19th century miser.

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Rep. Calley’s plan to improve local 911 services signed into law A new law initiated by state Rep. Julie Calley will modernize the state’s 911 system and ensure Michigan families can rely on it for many years to come.

Without Calley’s legislation, the state law authorizing 911 to operate in Michigan would have expired at the end of this year. The fund that pays for the 911 network would dry up by 2024.

“911 is too vital of a service.

We obviously couldn’t just let it expire,” Calley said.

“Not only do the reforms we made extend 911, we’re also taking steps to expand access to Next Generation 911 services so all Michigan families will have the protection offered by enhanced GPS locating and texting services.”

House Bill 5026, now Public Act 126 of 2021, extends the Emergency 911 Enabling Act through 2027 and makes changes to ensure funding is available to continue transitioning every county in the state to modern equipment.

Next Generation 911 service offers GPS location service to pinpoint the location of calls made from mobile phones, which now make up about 80 percent of the calls placed to 911. It also allows text messaging service for those who are unable to call, afraid to make noise, and people with speech or hearing im-

pairments.

“The software and technology that’s now available to keep our families safe is truly incredible, but it’s not free,” Calley said. “We’ve made sure these important services are properly supported now and in the future.”

Until now, 911 services were funded by a 25-cent monthly surcharge on all cell phone and land lines.

Prepaid phones were charged a 5-percent fee at the time of purchase.

Calley said the operational and maintenance costs of 911 services have remained on target with projections made in 2018, the last time the fees were re-evaluated.

However, the revenue collected through service fees has fallen short – specifically the fees collected from prepaid cell phones.

The new law makes a rate correction for prepaid cell phone lines, increasing the fees to 6 percent to make sure all users are paying their fair share. It also requires the state to conduct a review of prepaid fee revenue to determine why revenue has been lower than expected.

Additionally, Calley’s measure ensures a roll back of service fees paid by residents if future revenue comes in higher than expected.

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IONIA COUNTY SHOPPERS GUIDE NEW YEAR HOURS HOURS: Monday - Wednesday, December 27th - 29th, 8am to 3pm.

We will re-open Monday, January 3rd at 8am.

HAVING GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS? We can Help!

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TUXEDO RENTAL NOW AT SIDS FLOWER SHOP! Stop in to order your tux for proms, weddings and quinceaneras.

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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, SARANAC PLUMBING and 4151 E Eaton Hwy, Sunfield. HANDYMAN SERVICE The drain cleaning Specialist.

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Area Deaths

† MILLER † SALAZAR Janice Elaine Miller, age 84, Roger Anthony Salazar, age 54, † BANKUS of Lake Odessa, passed away of Lake Odessa, passed away Mark Alan Bankus, Sr., age Sunday, December 19, 2021.

Tuesday, December 21, 2021.

75, of Portland, passed away Sunday, December 19, 2021. † OSWALD † VANWAGONER Jessie Marie Oswald, age 89, † HARKRADER Lorna J. VanWagoner, age Lori K. Harkrader, age 59, of formerly of Belding/Smyrna, 92, of Belding, passed away Orleans, passed away Friday, passed away Saturday, DecemDecember 17, 2021. ber 18, 2021.

Thursday, December 16, 2021.

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Johns, Michigan. He was born on April 17, 1928, in St. Johns, son of Louis Frederick and Mary Louise (Fernholz) Barker, both of whom preceded him in death. Marvin attended St. Joseph Catholic School in Pewamo and worked for many years for General Motors in their parts manufacturing division. Marvin exchanged vows with Sandra S. Shepard when they eloped to Indiana to get married. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and preparing the dogs for chasing raccoons and rabbits. On the way home from his and Sandra’s wedding, he noticed some pheasants in the field not far from the house, so he dropped Sandra off at home and hurried back to shoot dinner to take home for that evening. Marvin will be remembered as someone who loved to work with wood, tinkered with all sorts of things, and could fix anything that was broken. He attended SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Ionia and after turning 70, became interested in singing gospel music and offered his deep baritone voice and his guitar playing “talents” to two groups, the Maple River Strummers, and the Country Folks, traveling with them to area nursing homes and other venues to sing and entertain.

Marvin leaves behind his beloved wife, Sandra, his wife of 65 years; children, Phil (Sue) King of Cave Creek, AZ, Debbie (Bill) Wilson of Glendale, AZ, Karen (Mike) Towersy of Ionia, MI, Mark (Vickie) Barker of Muir, MI, Carol (Robert Wright) Roberts of Ionia, MI and Mike (Jeni) Barker of Belding, MI; grandchildren Matt, Nathan, Lisa, Mark, Kevin, Danny, David, Marcus, Brenton, Mike, Tyler and Jessica; several great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings Jerome, Florian, Elmer, Ralph, Robert, and Alberta.

Cremation Rites are being accorded and a Graveside service will take place in the spring at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery in Ionia. For additional information, please contact Verdun Family Funeral Home in Belding at (616) 794-1300 or www.verdunfh.com.

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† GOFF Vernie Goff, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Saranac and Lowell, passed away on De-

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away December 15, 2021. He was born May 2, 1939 in Bushnell Twp. the son of Charles B. and Irene (Gatchter) Shockey. John married Martha VanSiclen September 3, 1960 in Lake Odessa.

John worked as a mechanic for Lower Brothers Garage in Ionia for 8 years, then went to work for General Motors working in skilled trades as an electrician for 30 years.

He attended Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church with his wife Martha. John loved helping anyone who needed it. He adored his grandchildren.

Surviving are his loving wife of 61 years Martha Shockey of Ionia.

Sons; Eric Lee Shockey of Ionia, John Justin (Venise) Shockey of Ionia and Charles Bruce Shockey of Ionia. Grandchildren; Cherlyn (Jason) Schuler, Dana Shockey and Joshua Sewell, Elisabeth (Josh) Elliott, Megan (Abhinav) Maheshwari, Cassandra (Scott) Wallace, Christopher Shockey and fiancé Chloe Whalon, Kuhanchoy Brady. Great grandchildren; Julian Sewell and Oliver Wallace. Sister Glenda (Gail) Wing of Palo. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Charles.

Funeral Services for John were held at Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church Wednesday, December 22 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor David Pahlman officiating. Interment Balcom Cemetery. Visitation at the Lake Funeral Home in Ionia was Tuesday 4-6 p.m. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

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FOR RENT - Office Space in Downtown Ionia. Conveniently located, Both small and large space available, to courthouse and City † BARKER Marvin Sylvester Barker, age 93, of Ionia, passed Close offices. Call 616-523-6700 away peacefully in the early morning hours of Sunday, December for more information!

19, 2021, at Hazel Findlay Country Manor Nursing Home in St.

cember 9, 2021 at the age of 86. She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Goff, her son James Goff, parents Grace and Cornelius Bouwens, sister Ruth Hollinshead, and brothers Frank Bouwens and Seymour Bouwens. Vernie is survived by sons Gary (Roxanne) Goff and Ron (Renee) Goff, grandchildren Jen Lepley, Tricia (Tom) Mutschler, Jamie (Destini) Goff, Abbey (Ryan) Mix, and Jeremy (Lissett) Goff, 12 great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, sister Jean Fahrni, and her nieces and nephews. In the 1960’s, Vernie was active in the Saranac Garden Club and was a den mother for the Cub Scouts. She worked for many years at the Chrysler Plant in Lyons, Michigan as an upholstery seamstress. Vernie enjoyed taking care of her perennial flowerbeds, redecorating their homes, and hosting family gatherings. She will be missed by all that knew her and loved her.

A memorial will take place at a later date.

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BOARD MEMBER VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Berlin Fractional School District #3 is seeking applications for the current vacant position on the Board of Education.

(Due to the makeup of the Board, we are only excepting applicants who are registered voters in the Coon School district).

Interested persons must submit a letter expressing interest in the board position to the district office at the following address: Coon School Attn: Board Member Search 6679 S State Rd Ionia, Ml 48846 All paperwork must be received no later than 12:00pm on January 11, 2022.

Following a review of the submitted materials, the board will schedule interviews with selected candidates. Not all candidates for the board vacancy will be interviewed.

If there are questions about this board position, please call Tim Stuart, Coon School Board Secretary at 616-690-2591.

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NEW YEARS EVE Live Music by Dave Ritter New Years Eve 8pm to Midnight

HELP WANTED

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SCRAP - FREE PICK-UP Buying cars running or not, Also, trash removal priced per job!

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STEEL ROOFS - We put steel roofs on high barns. Free estimates.

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HELP WANTED - Full & part time cashiers wanted for the grocery store and gas station in Muir. Please send resumes Paul Mitchell • Redken • Sebastion AUTO & TRUCK REPAIR - Hyto mvmmuir@yahoo.com draulic hose & fittings, R.E. Shear Styles Salon Ruehs Garage Inc., 1326 N. DRYWALL/REPAIR WORK. Big 616 642-9995 State Rd., Ionia, MI 48846. and Small jobs.

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Call Sandy Whorley, Owner/Stylist ASSISTANT MECHANIC Tom Teunessen. 616-218- WANTED: Position availA Family Salon – Barrier Free 2877. able for an assistant diesel technician mechanic.

Job responsibilities include maintaining diesel equipment by completing inspections and preventative maintenance requirements, correcting vehicle deficiencies, making adjustments and alignments, and keeping records. Candidate should be able to change truck tires and brakes and be capable of operating various types of heavy equipment.

CDL not required. Some experience or education required. 40 hr/week plus overtime and full benefits including health insurdental & vision opthey are difficult to get this year! ance, tions, life insurance, 401k with employer match, and paid vacation. Please apply in person at Timpson Transport; 3175 Segwun Ave. Lowell, Ml 49331 Monday-Friday 8am-Spm. Or email resume to lnfo@ TimpsonTransport.com or fax to (616) 897-5905

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CALL FOR REBATES ON BF GOODRICH, HANKOOK, GOODYEAR, MICHELIN & CONTINENTAL!

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

UNIQUE GIFTS FOR ALL YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS! RIVERBANK TREASURES 436 W. Main St. Ionia.

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday noon to 5pm and Thursdays Noon to 5pm. 517-526-4692.

WANT ADS GET RESULTS EMERGENCY ROAD Service.

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DECEMBER 2021

The below students earned this honor for being cooperative, engaged students that go above and beyond to be good school citizens.

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HELP WANTED Lake Odessa mechanic needed. Wages based on experience. Working on semi-trucks, semi-trailers, hi-los, loaders, etc. Major Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage offered. Matching 401(k), sick days, personal days, paid holidays, and uniforms.

Please call Eric at 616-374-7171

HELP WANTED

General Labor - Machine Operators We are now accepting applications for 1st, 2nd & 3rd shift Machine Operators.

1st Shift hours are 7:00AM to 3:00PM 2nd shift hours are from 3:00PM to11:00PM Monday through Friday.

3rd Shift hours are (Sunday- Friday) 11:00 PM to 7:00AM No experience necessary.

We offer an excellent fringe benefits package. Applicants may fax a resume or apply in person at: Matcor Automotive (Michigan), Inc. Human Resources Manager 314 S. Steele St. P.O. Box 503 Ionia, MI 48846 Fax (616) 527-6345 An Equal Opportunity Employer

NOW HIRING!

Ionia County Commission on Aging is hiring! Become part of a team supporting Seniors throughout Ionia County.

Full-time and Part-time In-Home Aides: Driver’s License/ own transportation + some experience required. Hourly, full-time positions include benefits!

Home Delivered Meal Drivers 1-Part-time & 1-Fill-in position. Driver’s License required.

Meal Site Hosts Coordinate safe meal service and activities in a fun, social position. 3 part-time positions available.

High School diploma or GED required. Application and more details at www.ioniacounty.org or call Ionia County Commission on Aging to have an application mailed to you.

(616) 527-5365, (888) 527-5365.

Ionia County is an equal opportunity employer.

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Sparrow receives federal grant to expand virtual health services between its hospitals LANSING, MI – Sparrow has received a $586,000 federal grant to purchase telehealth equipment, primarily aimed at expanding patient access and leading-edge medicine for areas served by our Community Hospitals in Carson City, Charlotte, Ionia, and St. Johns.

Sparrow had the top application in Michigan and was among 62 healthcare facilities nationwide that received funding by the

Federal Communications Commission in Round 2 of its COVID-19 Telehealth Program. The funding will support such things as video connections between Sparrow’s various sites, for example allowing a physician at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing to connect with a patient at Sparrow Ionia Hospital. It will also fund such efforts as a virtual stethoscope, permitting a physician at one site to listen to the heart of a

Merry,

Bright & Beautiful

Wishes

At Christmastime and all year through, we hope each day will bring anew, health and happiness, laughter too, because we appreciate all of you!

We simply couldn’t pick better customers and friends, and we’re so grateful to be a part of this wonderful community.

Thank you, and Merry Christmas!

OX’S SMOKED MEATS 113 W. Main, Westphalia 989-587-0070 oxssmokedmeat@live.com

patient at another site.

It is primarily aimed at rural areas and will allow patients to connect with their clinicians virtually without leaving their homes. That’s important during the pandemic when some people might find it more difficult to travel and to be around others in an office setting.

“During the COVID-19 pandemic, access to health care has proven to be not only a national issue, but also a local issue, and it is imperative that every community is given the tools to access this care as safely and effectively as possible,” said FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.

The boost in virtual care will better allow patients to stay local in line with Sparrow’s mission of keeping care close to home. For instance, instead of traveling from Sparrow Carson to Sparrow Hospital in Lansing for a consultation, they could do it virtually and save the trip.

Sparrow is currently averaging over 3,000 video

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Find out how you can save money with Auto-Owners Insurance multi-policy discount.

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Thanks to all our Customers for a great 2021 We look forward to a great 2022 with you!

FEEHAN & SON EXCAVATING LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES

Merry Christmas & many Blessings in 2022 Scott & Toni Feehan 1101 Hayes Rd. • Muir, MI 48860 • 989-855-2108 visits a month, compared to 0 in February 2020 before the pandemic. Prior to the pandemic, patients could only access primary care by physically going to an office. Now, they can have a telephone visit, a video visit, or submit an e-visit or message to be diagnosed and treated without leaving home.

Patients love the convenience of a virtual visit, it can speed up how soon they’re seen by a clinician, and it saves a spot for a more critically ill patient.

The front door for virtual health at Sparrow is through our MySparrow app at Sparrow.org/MySparrow.

Reed & Hoppes

From Your Friends at Reed & Hoppes Inc. 2661 E Grand River Ave Portland, MI 48875

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All I Want for Christmas is You Many popular holiday songs are time-honored classics that were written decades or even centuries ago. It takes a special tune to become a contemporary Christmas song with staying power — one that’s enjoyed each year along with hymns,

carols and other standards. “All I Want for Christmas is You” a contemporary holiday standard. Often covered, not easily is one such song. Released in 1994 and featured on Mariah outdone, Carey’s version is frequently included in “Top 100” Carey’s hit holiday album “Merry Christmas,” the song has sold millions of copies around the world and quickly became lists for Christmas tunes.

From Our Family to Yours!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

2021 Has been a true blessing for all of us and I could not be where I am today with out all the love and support from all of my family and friends.

To all of my customers that came in as strangers and left as friends and family, I can not Thank you enough for your support of my business and making Betten Baker the Best Place to buy in Michigan.

A huge Thank you to Ionia Shoppers Guide for all of my ad's that helped me to grow my business this year and I look forward to what 2022 has to offer. May 2022 bring you Peace, Joy and true happiness! I look forward to a helping you get your next vehicle and making new friendships.

Di Teague ~ Betten Baker

“All I Want for Christmas is (Chorus) You” (Bridge) (Intro) Oh, all the lights are shining I don’t want a lot for So brightly everywhere (So Christmas, brightly, baby) There is just one thing I need. And the sound of children’s I don’t care about the Laughter fills the air presents, (Oh, oh yeah) Underneath the Christmas And everyone is singing tree.

I just want you for my own, (Oh yeah) More than you could ever I hear those sleigh bells ringing (Oh) know.

Santa, won’t you bring me Make my wish come true.

All I want for Christmas is the one I really need?

(Yeah, oh, oh) you, yeah.

Won’t you please bring my I don’t want a lot for baby to me?

Christmas, There is just one thing I need, Oh, I don’t want a lot for (and I) Christmas D o n ’ t c a re a b o u t t h e This is all I’m asking for (Ah) presents, I just wanna see my baby Underneath the Christmas tree.

I don’t need to hang my stocking, There upon the fireplace (Ah).

Santa Claus won’t make me happy, With a toy on Christmas Day. (Chorus) I just want you for my own, More than you could ever know, Make my wish come true, All I want for Christmas is you, You, baby.

Oh, I won’t ask for much this Christmas I won’t even wish for snow (And I) I’m just gonna keep on waiting Underneath the mistletoe I won’t make a list and send it To the North Pole for Saint Nick (Ah) I won’t even stay awake to Hear those magic reindeer click

Hope the Season Furnishes You With Much Joy!

Standing right outside my door (Chorus) (Outro) You, baby All I want for Christmas is you, baby (You) All I want for Christmas is you, baby (Ah, oh, ah, oh) All I want for Christmas is you, baby (You) All I want for Christmas is you, baby (All I really want, baby, ooh) All I want for Christmas is you, baby (All I want, all I really want is you) Written by Mariah Carey and Walter Afanasieff Lyrics courtesy of Genius. com

Thank you for decorating our year with the pleasure of your visits! We value your patronage, and we wish you a warm and wonderful holiday season. May it fill your heart and home with happiness and contentment to last all year.

Family Owned & Operated Since 1946

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May Your Christmas Be Bright With Life’s Greatest Blessings Thanks to our customers and neighbors all around town for your friendship and support. We wish you and yours all the best at Christmas time and in the New Year. Happy Holidays!

WILSON

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The Christmas song

“The Christmas Song”

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Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, “The Christmas Song,” perhaps better known as Jack Frost nipping at your nose.

Yuletide carols being sung by a choir, “Chestnuts Roasting On An Open Fire,” is a beloved tune and folks dressed up like Eskimos.

cowritten in 1945 by Mel Tormé and Robert Wells. The

Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe

song was reportedly penned on a hot July day and the help to make the season bright. writers had to think cool thoughts to evoke a feeling of Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow the holiday season. This Christmas classic became one

will find it hard to sleep tonight.

of the defining performances of Nat King Cole’s career, They know that Santa’s on his way.

He’s loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh.

as he is one of the most popular artists to perform the And every mother’s child is gonna spy song and recorded it on at least three separate occasions. to see if reindeer really know how to fly.

And so I’m offering this simple phrase to kids from one to ninety-two.

Although it’s been said many times many ways: Merry Christmas to you!

Written by Robert Wells & Mel Tormé Lyrics courtesy of Lyricsforchristmas.com

Steven’s

Handyman Service 616.902.3001

IONIA TOWNSHIP Regular Board Meeting November 9, 2021 Meeting called to order by Supervisor, Kurt Scheurer.

Member present: Scheurer, Higbee, Harp, McCoy, and Pitchford.

Pledge of Allegiance.

Minutes approved as read.

Treasurer’s report approved as read.

Motion by Higbee and supported by McCoy to pay this month’s bills on hand. Motion passed.

Mr. Paul Lantz, John Hancock representative, spoke with the board about our pension plans.

Ionia Public Safety presented their monthly report.

The board would like to give a huge Thank You to Independent Bank for the office chairs that they donated to the township.

Motion by Harp and supported by Pitchford to accept and sign agreement with the Ionia County Road Commission to replace the culvert on Quarry Road in the amount of $1,698.20. Motion passed unanimously.

Motion by Harp and supported by to approve Pitchford as an alternate Vice President for the IRUA board. Motion passed.

Holly-jolly wishes

to our valued customers and friends!

Badder’s Auto ½ mile north of I96 on M66, Ionia • 616 527-0813

Thank You y r r e M ! s a m t s i r h C

Motion by Pitchford and supported by Scheurer to hire Tidy Up cleaning service to clean the hall at $30 per hour. motion passed unanimously Motion by Higbee and supported by Pitchford to adjourn meeting. Motion passed unanimously Cynthia Higbee ~ Ionia Township Clerk

Nothing makes us prouder than the opportunity to serve all of those who have served our country, and the families who have sacrificed so much so that we may continue to enjoy the many freedoms we know today.

For your courage and generosity you have our deepest respect, and we wish you a very merry season filled with the blessings of peace, joy, harmony and the love of family and friends.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

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To our Saranac Community from our Saranac American Legion Family, Sharing some of the what we achieved together!

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BANQUET CENTER Thank you to those that were able to book with us during all the craziness. We look forward to holding your event, small or large, give us a call!

Scott & Toni Feehan

Merry Christmas & May 2022 be Great!!

6484 East Bluewater Hwy., Muir • 989-853-1100

RECONDITIONED BATTERIES: $35 plus exchange. Wandel Auto Salvage, 2200 Welch Road, Ionia. 616-5273792.

Happy Holidays & Thanks for Your Support this Year

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Battery powered units available. Buy a leaf blower and put the Rake Away! Countryside Sales & Service .6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-6374795.

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

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

FREE Scrap metal removal of Ionia. Cars, trucks, mowers, snow479s, motorcycles, quads, golf carts and more! Call Scott 517-526-7644.

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Korean War Veterans Friends and Families. Buy-A-Brick-Program for the Belding Freedom Memorial Wall. Call for more information call Contact Bob Sayers or Holly Noble 616894-5488.

May Your Days Be Shiny & Bright Wishing you and yours happiness at Christmas time and throughout the New Year!

HELP WANTED - COOK Fulltime for days and Part time Cook for evenings. Apply in Person, Joe’s Place, Saranac.

80 North Bridge St, Saranac, MI 48881.

HELP WANTED - Certified mechanic & Tire Tech. Experienced, Good benefits. Tire Experience is a plus.

Bring resume to Blundy & Hoppes, 3765 S. State Rd., Ionia MI 48846.

& Accessories 442 S. Steele St. ~ Ionia MI527-4830 48846 Roger Kammers Ph. (616) Owner Fax (616)527-3171 rkammers@hamblinbodyshop.com rkammers@hamblinbodyshop.com 616-527-4830 442 S. Steele Street, Ionia, MI 48846 www.hamblinbodyshop.com

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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 I Buy, sell, service new and saved. Easy in, easy out! C&W used appliances. 40 years Tool Sales, 4548 South State, experience. 616-585-1709. (M-66) Ionia. 616-527-2724.

WANTED CARRIERS - For walking routes in Ionia. 1 day a week. Please Apply at the Shoppers Guide.

Wishing you warm & wonderful holidays, and all Call for a Free Insurthe best in the SEPTIC SERVICES ance Quote or ReSEPTIC SERVICES view… Becky Wagner, New Year SEPTIC SERVICES All Seasons Insurance 989-584-3155.

U.S.A. Flags available at the DAVAL’S USED FURNITURE Shoppers Guide. Specialty & ANTIQUES- 6 buildings flags by request. 13 N. Bridge with 15,000 sq. ft. of quality furniture, antiques and Street. Downtown Saranac. collectibles. SAVE TIME & MONEY. Shop Daval’s for the BAILEY’S SEWING MABest selection, Best Quality, CHINE REPAIR - 4849 Best Price. You have to see N. State Rd. Ionia, it to Believe it! We are truly a MI48846. 616-522destination place and worth 0702. Hours are 9am the drive. We buy Estates. to 5pm.Singer, BrothLayaway terms available.

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RYAN HESCHE Realtor® | Manager

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POR 15 Rust preventative paint, oxygen, acetylene, helium and welding supplies for Sale at R.E. Ruehs Garage, Inc., 1326 N. State Rd., Ionia, MI 48846.

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.

TUXEDO RENTAL NOW AT SIDS FLOWER SHOP! Stop in to order your tux for proms, weddings and quinceaneras.

Order 2 weeks in advance for best availability. 616-5274660. 305 W. Main St. Ionia

Greetings of the Season

There may be a chill in the air, but our hearts are warmed by thoughts of our many good friends and neighbors at this special time of year. Thanks, folks!

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Prices Effective: Mon., December 13, 2021 through Sun., January 2, 2022 “White Christmas” I’m dreaming of a white Christmas, Just like the ones I used to know, Where the treetops glisten And children listen, To hear sleigh bells in the snow.

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas, With every Christmas card I write, May your days be merry and bright, And may all your Christmases be white.

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas, With every Christmas card I write, May your days be merry and bright, And may all your Christmases be white.

Written by Irving Berlin Lyrics courtesy of Christmassongs.net Music Weaver USA is releasing a new book and new CD in December for Christmas. Available at musicweaverusa.com or local music stores.

A note of thanks and a wish for joy as we unwrap another holiday season…

May the new year present you with nothing but wonderful surprises!

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IONIA COUNTY SHOPPERS GUIDE NEW YEAR HOURS HOURS: Monday - Wednesday, December 27th - 29th, 8am to 3pm.

We will re-open Monday, January 3rd at 8am.

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Celebrate the Child

At the Zion Methodist Church in Ionia

Ionia Zion United Methodist Church will offer a pre-recorded Service of Lessons and Carols, available on YouTube December 24. Music, Scripture and meditation including a praise team leading familiar Christmas carols and contemporary songs.

Watch, and sing along as we “Celebrate the Child Who is the Light” in every season of life! YouTube link will be made available Dec. 24 at 5:00 p.m.

Find us on Facebook at Zion United Methodist Church Ionia, "Celebrate the Child" or YouTube.ZionUMC.Celebrate).

Merry

Christmas

and Happy New Year!

May the miracle of His birth and the light of His love fill your days with joy, hope and wonder!

With gratitude in our hearts, we wish you a merry and blessed Christmas season.

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Merry Christmas, Happy New Year & Many Thanks!

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Happy Holidays AND A WONDERFUL NEW YEAR

Hope your holiday sparkles and shines, bringing joy and contentment to your heart and home.

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Christmas Time Is Here

Wishing our Friends of Ionia County A Very Merry Christmas !

Froling Insurance Roger & Sherri Froling 616-527-4622

Merry Christmas – and – Happy New Year to you and your family.

Thank you for over 50 years of support!

John, Marge & Josh

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“Christmas Time Is Here” is a song written for the 1965 television special “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” which was one of the first animated specials produced for network television in the United States. Along with singing carols and baking cookies, watching classic Christmas specials is part of many families’ holiday traditions. Two versions of the song appeared on the album that was released in conjunction with the TV special: an instrumental version by the Vince Guaraldi Trio as well as a vocal version sung by choristers from St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in San Rafael, Calif.

“Christmas Time is Here” Christmas time is here Happiness and cheer Fun for all that children call Their favorite time of the year.

Snowflakes in the air Carols everywhere Olden times and ancient rhymes Of love and dreams to share.

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Thought you’d like to know just how much we appreciate good folks like you at Christmastime and all year through! Thank you for your continued trust, friendship and support.

We wish you and yours all the best.

Merry Christmas!

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Happy Holidays

Sleigh bells in the air Beauty everywhere Yuletide by the fireside And joyful memories there.

Christmas time is here We’ll be drawing near Oh, that we could always see Such spirit through the year Oh, that we could always see Such spirit through the year.

Written by Vince Guaraldi and Lee Mendelson Lyrics courtesy of Lyricsforchristmas.com

Wishing our Moose Family & The Community holidays filled with fun and laughter, and very best wishes for the new year!

See Ya at the Moose!

Ionia Moose Lodge ~ 869 W. Lincoln Ave. ~ Ionia, MI 48846

May the greatest gifts be yours this season and always.

With joy in our hearts, we’d like to thank our friends and customers for the support and encouragement they’ve shared so generously with us this year.

Season’s Greetings At the miracle of His holy birth, We pray for hope and peace on earth;

We wish you all a merry and blessed Christmas season!

That we may share with all of you The message of that first Christmas Eve.

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Wishing You The Very Best

A whole new year is around the bend, so we’d like to take a moment and send, our best wishes for joy and good fortune too, with a note of deep gratitude to all of you!

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new this January 6 with a special edition of our outdoor storytime, Books & Blankets.

Library staff will be in the sensory garden starting at 6:00 p.m., ready with stories, songs, and more. Instead of bringing a blanket to sit on, be ready to move with us!

We will have a special gift for all our Littles who attend to make winter play a bit more fun this season! Stay warm by dressing for the cold and enjoy some hot cocoa before heading inside to browse for 5 at 6:00 p.m. and let us books. This program does know what matters to you. require registration and is Registration required, pizza recommended for families with children ages 8 and will be provided. under.

“Sprinkle Some Sparkle” Petey L.’s Blizzard AdvenGarden Décor tures As we prepare for our seed library to launch in March, we What could make playing want to make sure that your in the snow and warming up garden is gussied up and inside even more fun this winready for the spring season. ter? How about… taking fun Using a metal watering can, photos and submitting them wire, and crystal beads, to the library for a chance you can create a sparkling to win a prize every Friday cascade of “water” for your in January and February!?!? garden. Take-and-make bags Starting Monday, January and an instructional video will 3, patrons ages 8 & under be available on January 20, can register for Petey L.’s although you can register anytime. Ages 18 and up.

Portland Library Lines Holiday Closing The library will be closed on December 31 and January 1 for the New Year holiday.

We are wishing you all a safe and happy new year!

Strategic Planning Have you ever wanted to create a new year’s resolution for the library? Every three years, we gather together the library board, the staff, and as many stakehold-

ers as we can to discuss where the library is headed and what our priorities are.

We want you to be a part of this process! Attend our strategic planning session on Wednesday, January

Happy Holidays!

Wishing you all the best this holiday season & for the New Year!

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CHILDREN’S AND TEEN Winter Reading Program Portland District Library is back at it again this winter with our all-ages Winter Reading Program! Get the whole family involved starting Monday, December 20. Patrons can decide between using PDL’s virtual reading tracker, Beanstack, or picking up a traditional paper tracker at the library. Adult readers will be entered to win a grand prize for each badge they earn and then can collect a prize after earning all five badges. Youth readers, ages 18 and under, will be competing for weekly prizes for each age group: Littles (ages 0-5), Middles (ages 6-12), and Teens (ages 13-18). All reading must be logged on Beanstack or trackers turned in by Saturday, January 29.

Books & Blankets Brrrrrrrrrr, it’s a cold one out there! Portland District Library is trying something

Blizzard Adventures! Receive a Take-and-Make bag that will include supplies to make your own version of Petey L. Then you’ll take him on all your winter adventures, dressing him appropriately, and including him in your photos. Patrons can submit as many photos as they’d like each week – they’ll be on display in the library’s Youth Department, and winners will be drawn every Friday until February 25.

Teen Art Hour Teen Art Hour will be crafting Yarn Poof Wall Art in January. Make yarn pom poms to create a one-of-akind piece of abstract art or arrange the pom poms to make your initial. The possibilities are endless. Sign up NOW at the Youth Desk.

We will meet IN-PERSON on Tuesday, January 25 in the Community Room. Space is limited to 15 teens, ages 13-18, masks are required.

WHERE CAREERS ARE BUILT

VENTRA in Ionia

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

CANDIDATES FOR SALARIED POSITIONS Manufacturing Manager Stamp/Weld • Human Resources Coordinator Shipping and Receiving Administrator • Health and Safety Coordinator Electrical Controls Engineer • Manufacturing Supervisor Inventory Control Supervisor • Engineering Supervisor IT Adm/Tech • Electronic Plating Technician Flex-N-Gate produces the highest quality products and systems for the automotive industry. With our extensive plastics, metal and mechanical assemblies’ experience, we persistently strive for continuous improvement and on-time delivery of defect-free products.

Reach out to Mike for more information at: mhelsel@flexngate.com Candidates should apply online at: jobs.flex-n-gate.com Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer

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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.

– IONIA –

DECEMBER 29 – RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE 11:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. at the Ionia Moose Lodge, 869 E Bluewater Hwy. Walk-ins welcome. Bring a donor card or photo ID. MONDAY – ROUTINE IMMUNIZATION CLINIC BY APPOINTMENT ONLY at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.

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 3rd Tuesday of the month, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ID needed. Accepting slightly used clothing for those in need. 616 527-6465 for info.

TUESDAY – COVID VACCINES BY APPOINTMENT ONLY at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.

TUESDAY – MOBILE ZION FOOD PANTRY Second Tuesday each month, beginning at 4:00 p.m. in the church parking lot, 423 W Washington. Call 616 527-1910 for information.

TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, SATURDAY – THE CHRISTIAN SERVICE CENTER OF IONIA NOW OPEN Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.; Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.; Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to noon. On the corner of Depot & Washington.

Phone 616-527-1530.

WEDNESDAY – ROUTINE IMMUNIZATION CLINIC BY APPOINTMENT ONLY at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.

WEDNESDAY – ZION FOOD PANTRY 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. Currently using a drive-thru format. 423 W Washington. 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.

THURSDAY – WALK-IN CLINIC for routine immunizations and COVID19 immunizations at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.

SATURDAY – BREAKFAST BUFFET 2nd Saturday of each month, 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. at St. John's Luthern School, 617 N Jefferson Street.

– LAKE ODESSA –

DECEMBER 24 & 25 – LIBRARY CLOSED The Lake Odessa Community Library will be closed. Merry Christmas!

DECEMBER 31 & JANUARY 1 – LIBRARY CLOSED The Lake Odessa Community Library will be closed. Happy New Year!

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.

WEDNESDAY – FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5. Registration is helpful, 616374-4591.

– LYONS/MUIR –

WEDNESDAY – WRITERS GROUP 1st Wednesday of each month. 10:00 a.m. to Noon at the Lyons Township District Library.

WEDNESDAY – STORY TIME Bring your kids in every other Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. Visit the Lyons Township District Library website, lyons. michlibrary.org for more information.

THURSDAY – BOOK CLUB 3rd Thursday of each month at 5:00 p.m.

Visit the Lyons Township District Library website, lyons.michlibrary.org for a list of upcoming books.

– PORTLAND –

JANUARY 9 – BREAKFAST 8:00 to 11:30 a.m. VFW Post 4090. Warm, friendly environment with plenty of seating. Public invited.

JANUARY 14 – FISH FRY 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. VFW Post 4090. Warm, friendly environment with plenty of seating. Public invited.

JANUARY 28 – BURGER NIGHT 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. VFW Post 4090. Warm, friendly environment with plenty of seating. Public invited.

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

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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 a.m. at Portland First Congregational Church, 421 East Bridge Street in the Fellowship Hall. Masks are required. Call 616 575-8000 for informations.

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

THURSDAY – PORTLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Portland United Methodist Church, 310 E Bridge Street. Open every Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. All of Portland School District eligible.

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

FRIDAY – BINGO at 9:30 am at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street.

For more information call 517-647-4004.

– SARANAC –

MONDAY – BOSTON SARANAC HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETINGS Regular monthly meetings are at 7:00 pm the 3rd Monday of each month.

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 616-522-1495.

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Rep. Calley leads plan to expand early treatments for COVID, offer testing to keep kids in school State Rep. Julie Calley this week led the House in approving a plan to expand early treatment capacity for COVID-19 patients, ease

worker shortages in the health care system and keep schools open for in-person learning The $1.077 billion supple-

WHERE CAREERS ARE BUILT VENTRA in Ionia A division of Flex-N-Gate Corporation is currently seeking

SKILLED TRADES APPRENTICES $23.66/hr - Fully Paid Tuition Reach out to Crystal Rininger crininger@flexngate.com Flex-N-Gate produces the highest quality products and systems for the automotive industry.

With our extensive plastics, metal and mechanical assemblies’ experience, we persistently strive for continuous improvement and on-time delivery of defect-free products.

Candidates should apply online at: jobs.flex-n-gate.com Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer

mental budget plan, sponsored by Calley, is funded entirely by federal COVID relief dollars allocated to the state.

“Our state continues to face many, many challenges due to COVID-19,” said Calley, of Portland.

“This plan provides widespread support to areas that need relief, including our short-staffed hospitals, schools in need of screening supplies, and patients who need access to life-saving treatments.”

Highlights of the plan include: Early treatment in COVID cases: Treatments such as monoclonal antibodies often help lessen the severity of COVID cases and allow patients to recover more quickly. Studies suggest the drugs can reduce the risk of hospitalization or death for COVID-positive patients by up to 85 percent. Currently, delivery is bottlenecked at short-staffed hospitals – the House plan will expand delivery to eight additional sites across Michigan. Investment in buying and expanding deliv-

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ery of the potential lifesaving drugs – and other medicines such as COVID treatment pills that are coming soon – will be up to $134 million. Priority must be given to high-risk individuals, and treatments must be offered free of charge.

“Monoclonal antibody treatments have proven to reduce hospitalizations and death from COVID,” Calley said. “In order to better protect Michigan, my goal is to make sure they are available to as many people as possible.”

Easing the health care worker shortage: With thousands of unfilled health care positions across the state, those still on the job are stretched too thin and need reinforcements. The House plan provides about $300 million for health care employee recruitment and retention and additional support for nursing homes and long-term care facilities.

Keeping students in school and protecting residents: About $668 million would be provided for COVID testing overall, including $150 million for schools to buy COVID testing kits directly and allow the

state to stockpile additional tests for schools. Another $150 million is on track to be allocated to schools early next year. About $100 million would be provided for private employers to test unvaccinated workers.

An additional $90 million would continue the state’s vaccination program.

“We’re making sure our teachers, support staff and students have access to tests, so they’re able to stay in school,” Calley said.

“Locally, schools are offering

a ‘test to stay’ program, and it has been fantastic. Instead of being isolated because they may have been exposed, students are able to test, wait 15 minutes, find out they were negative, then go into school and continue to learn.”

The Michigan Legislature previously has appropriated more than $4 billion specifically for schools to address the pandemic.

House Bill 5523 was approved by the House with bipartisan support.

We appreciate your support, and we wish you a happy holiday.

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Tips for traveling with gifts in tow

Wishing you and your family a happy holiday and a joyful new year.

Best wishes from your friends at Herbruck's.

REJOICE! May the grace of God’s love shine down on you this season and fill your soul with delight.

Thank you for your faith in us and your kindness, and may God bless you and yours this Christmas and always.

Sid’s Flower Shop

305 W. Main, Ionia • 527-4660 Mon.-Fri. 8:30-6 • Sat. 9-3 www.sids.flowers

“There’s no place like home for the holidays.” The popular Christmas tune says it best, and millions of people support that notion every year by heading back to their hometowns to spend the holidays with friends and family.

The Bureau of Transportation Statistics points out that the Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year’s holiday periods are some of the busiest times for long-distance travel. Around Thanksgiving, the number of trips to and from a destination 50 miles or more away increases by 54 percent. During the December holiday period, the number rises by 23 percent.

When traveling for the holidays, suitcases and other baggage tends to be filled with gifts, decorations and other items like food. Packing for travel can become a little more complicated during this time of year. But these suggestions can help ensure holiday items make it there and back relatively easily.

WRAP THEM THERE One way to preserve the integrity of holiday gifts and ensure they look attractive rather than crushed or ripped is to wrap items when you arrive. Build extra time into holiday travel so that you arrive a day or two early. Seek out a quiet spot and get your wrapping done.

SHIP THERE OR BACK Depending on your mode of travel, there may be limited cargo space in the trunk or back of the SUV. Also, if you’re taking a long road trip that involves rest stops or even staying over at a hotel, gifts left in a vehicle may attract the attention of thieves. Lugging them into the hotel may not be practical, either. In addition, many airlines charge fees for extra baggage, which can quickly add up with bulky holiday gifts. Instead, ship gifts to their destination, trying to plan accordingly so

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Raise Your Holiday Spirits!

R CLOSED FOY R O T N INVE 31 & December 1 January

Everyone here is wishing you a season that’s uplifting in every way!

We appreciate your vote of confidence and look forward to serving you in the year ahead.

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that someone will be there to receive them when they arrive. Pick a shipping rate that fits your budget.

MAKE A “SMALL GIFT” PACT Speak with family members and agree to a set gift size (and/or dollar value).

A theme, such as limiting gifts to gift cards, perfume/ cologne or food, can make this more manageable. Try to avoid delicate items which can break during transit.

Small gifts are easily stashed in luggage or boxes to bring

home, saving everyone a little stress.

REMOVE PACKAGING AND WRAPPING While they may not look as pristine as carefully wrapped boxes, wrap soft clothing items right in wrapping paper or tissue paper to save on space so gifts will take up less space. On the return trip home, break down clothing boxes and remove toys from their cardboard and plastic packaging to make them easier to transport.

BRING ALONG AN EMPTY PIECE OF LUGGAGE Much like on vacation, you’ll probably return home with a few more items than you arrived with during the holidays. Plan ahead with an empty piece of luggage for stowing the new gifts. Nest soft or foldable items into other gifts to save on space.

Shirts rolled into shoes can save significant space.

Millions of people travel for the holidays. A plan to get gifts to and fro can make trips go smoothly.

Hallelujah!

Wishing you and yours a very

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

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Horrocks Garden Center

for All Your Landscape & Garden Needs

1776 N STATE RD (M-66), IONIA 616 527-4842

In the spirit of this holy season, we’d like to join our friends and neighbors throughout the community in giving thanks for all of the blessings our Lord has so graciously bestowed upon us. We have so much to be grateful for, including your kind support. Thank you for your trust in us.

We hope your Christmas season is blessed and happy in every possible way.

May it find you surrounded by peace, love, hope, friendship, faith and goodwill. All the best!

Jones Farm Meats, LLC

WE ACCEPT 7965 Potters • 6168:00642-9212 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. toRd, 5:00Saranac p.m. & Saturday a.m. to 1:00 p.m. BRIDGE CARDS

FAMILY OWNED FOR SIX GENERATIONS

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