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SHS Basketball Game
American Cancer Society Fundraiser
Friday, January 21, 2022 Games begin at 5:30 pm
We will have a Purple Jersey presentation at the conclusion of the Boys Varsity game. Pop Shots During half time of Both Games!
Miracle minute will occur during the boys game with all proceeds of the night going to Relay for Life of Ionia County.
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Varsity Double Header Girls - 5:30 pm Boys - 7 pm
Purchase a newly designed 2022 T-Shirt for $15 At the High School (Order deadline is 1/17/22) FOR SALE - (3) Single Stage snowblowers. (2) electric start $65 each, (1) manual $55. 517-348-5237 or 616527-9372.
HAVING GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS? We can Help! Call us for service or a new install. O.C. Construction 616-291-4520 - Darrell.
Call the Saranac High School for more information. 616-642-1100. SHOPPERS GUIDE HOURS Monday - Thursday 8am to 3pm. Closed Friday -Sunday. DEADLINES ARE NOON ON THURSDAYS!!!
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St. John Lutheran Child Development WANTED: Reliable workers We will train you and you will receive a sign up bonus of $1000 after 6 months of employment. Call 616-527-1423 ask for Tommie or Lisa to schedule an interview. FOR SALE - White Ash logs, 10-12 ft. long. 14” dump trailer load. You pick up here (Hubardston) with your trailer. I will load. $350. Cash Only. 989-640-8414.
TOOLS, ABRASIVES, supplies and hardware. Make us your first stop instead of your last stop. We probably have it. Just think of all the time and gas money you will have saved. Easy in, easy out! C&W FOR SALE Snowblower for SCRATCH PADS are available a 318 John Deere. $300. Tool Sales, 4548 South State, at the Ionia County Shoppers 616-862-9741. (M-66) Ionia. 616-527-2724. Guide! 50¢each. 13 Bridge St. Saranac. SNOWBLOWERS IN STOCK! YOU’RE INVITED- to TUXEDO RENTAL NOW AT New 24”, 2-stage with elecsee a large selection of SIDS FLOWER SHOP! Stop in tric start, $699. Nice used ones starting at $350. New sofas and recliners to order your tux for proms, at Seymour Furniture weddings and quinceaneras. Single stage Simplicity, $399.Countryside Sales & in downtown Ionia. LayOrder 2 weeks in advance for Service .6201 Stage Rd. away and free delivery best availability. 616-527- Ionia 989-637-4795. available. 4660. 305 W. Main St. Ionia. DELIVERY PERSON NEEDSARANAC PLUMBING and ED URGENTLY! Stop in per- U.S.A Flags in Stock at HANDYMAN SERVICE The son to Sid’s Flower Shop, the Shoppers Guide. 13 drain cleaning Specialist. 305 W. Main St. Ionia for N. Bridge St. Saranac. 616-262-9825. an application. 616-642-9411. REMEMBER A VETERAN! Purchase a brick in their honor at the Belding Veterans Park. $50 Donation per brick. Contact Bob Sayers or Holly Noble 616-894-5488. RV Repairs, Parts & Service. R.E Ruehs Garage, Inc. 616527-2660.
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– OBITUARIES –
† BAILEY With her daughters by her side, Edith Louise (Piselli) Bailey, known by almost everyone as “Dolly”, died peacefully on January 11, 2022, at Country Living Adult Foster Care in Portland. She was born the only daughter of Italian immigrant parents, the late Raffaele Piselli and Mary (Zaffarano) Piselli who settled in Ionia from Cosenza, Italy. Some may remember the Piselli’s Grocery on W. Lincoln Avenue that the whole family had a role in until it was sold in the mid 1960’s. Dolly was a lifelong member of St Peter and Paul Church in Ionia. She was a 1948 graduate of St Peter and Paul Academy. She married in 1950 and had three children. Dolly enjoyed the role of mother and homemaker until 1970. She then entered the workforce at Bosley Pharmacy. Most people would recognize her as the friendly smiling little lady at the front register. In retirement she filled her time as a substitute for Ionia Public Schools Food Service from 1993-2007. In her younger years, she enjoyed camping in West Michigan, cooking, traveling on bus tours, tending to her beautiful flowers, but most precious to her was spending time with her children and grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her children, Steven (Lynn) Bailey, Cheryl (Kim) Foster and Carol (Gordon) Francisco, her grandchildren, Casey (Kelly) Bailey, Corey (Denise) Bailey, Brady (Rebecca) Foster, Matthew (Carmen) Foster, Krista (Jay P) Dudley and Jenna (Brandon) Richmond, her great grandchildren, Ethan and Xander Bailey, Eden (Josh) Gomer, Morgan Bailey, Kiera Hickerson, Olivia, Nolan and Gavin Foster, Ethan and Claire Foster, Sawyer and Grayson Dudley, 4 great great grandchildren, her sister in law, Jean Piselli, and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Dolly was preceded in death by her brother and sister in law, Frank and Anna Piselli, their daughter Mary Lynn Piselli, her brother Louis Piselli, and her in laws on the Bailey side: Bert (Ruth) Bailey, Donald (Doris) Bailey, Robert (Joane) Bailey, and Helen (Clare) Wilson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Ionia, on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 11am, with Fr. Tom Brown officiating. Relatives and friends may meet with family immediately preceding the Mass starting at 10am. A luncheon will follow mass in Apostles Hall in the school. Interment will be in the Spring at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Country Living AFC, 7884 Emery Road, Portland, MI, 48875 or Ionia Area Hospice, PO Box 124, Ionia, MI, 48846. The family requests that we continue to pray for a prevention or cure for Dementia. Funeral care has been entrusted to Johnson-Feuerstein Funeral Home, in Belding. To share a memory of Edith, order flowers or light a candle, please visit the website of the funeral home, www.jffh.com. † DONOVAN Carolynne Adelia Donovan passed away peacefully on January 11, 2022. She was born on March 31, 1936 to Adelia Nash McAlary and A. Leo McAlary. She attended school at SS Peter and Paul Academy in Ionia where she enjoyed performing in school musicals. Though she was a talented singer and played the piano, she was also strong and adventurous growing up, loved swimming and boating, and even recalled riding her horse many times alone to the Nash family farm in Clarksville. After attending Aquinas College in Grand Rapids, she married her hometown sweetheart Lawrence Donovan in 1956. They travelled a bit with his baseball career, but they ultimately returned to Ionia where they settled and raised their family. Carolynne was a dedicated teacher, and spent the majority of her career teaching 4th grade at Jefferson Elementary School in Ionia. She truly enjoyed students from the early days who came back to visit as adults. Outside of school, her family was her priority, but she also enjoyed reading and listening to or performing music. She was a long time member of Ionia Women’s Literary Club. In addition to her parents, Carolynne is preceded in death by her husband Lawrence, her daughter Kelley McClintock, and her brother Joseph McAlary. She will be dearly missed by her children and their spouses, Mary (Tom) Livingston, Deborah Belcore, and Douglas (Mary) Donovan. She was a loving grandmother to Katherine and Jack Livingston, Christopher and Robert Belcore, Jennifer (Chris) Spearling, John William Hearld, and Lia and Conor Donovan. Her great-grandchildren Nolan and Calen Spearling, Korinthia and Pascale Belcore, and Gavin Hearld brought her special fourth generation joy. She is also survived by her sister Mary McAlary, brothers Phillip (Holly) and William McAlary, sister-in-law Marie (Norm) Arndt, and many nieces and nephews. A memorial mass will be held 12:00 pm, Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Ionia with Father Tom Brown presiding. Arrangements by Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com † LOZO John Erwin Lozo, age 76 of Lyons, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022. John was born on December 29, 1945, the son of Erwin and Laurel (Pant) Lozo in Plainwell, Michigan. John worked for General Motors for 38 years. He enjoyed hunting and spending time outdoors. He loved his animals and was known to never turn one away. He is survived by his daughter, Lori (Barry) O’Brien of New York; sister, Amie Shattuck of Lyons; grandchildren, Mackenzie O’Brien and Brenden O’Brien. John was preceded in death by his parents, Laurel Ferris and Erwin Lozo and sister, Sharon Lozo. Per John’s request, there will be no services at this time, an outdoor Celebration of Life will be held in the spring. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Muir. Online Condolences can be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com. The family would like to extend a thank you to Hospice of Michigan. † MILLER Judy K. Miller age 68 of Ionia passed away January
ASSISTANT MECHANIC WANTED: Position available 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 insurance, dental & vision options, 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 SEASONED FIREWOOD for wood boilers for sale. 14ft dump trailer load. Approximately 2 full cords, $350. If more than 15 miles, $375. Cash Only. 989-640-8414.
HELP WANTED - Weekend Bartender at the Legion in Saranac. Apply Within.
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Boston Township Board Meeting Boston Township Hall 30 N. Center St., Saranac, MI 48881 Summary of Minutes Wednesday, January 12, 2022
Meeting commenced at 7:00 PM Present: Mike Lamphere, Barb Foster, Ken Olson, Dennis Bowen, Dennis Sitzer, Sue Bieri Absent: Mary Lamphere
SAYERS TREE SERVICE: Trimming, removal, brush chipping, lot clearing, and stump grinding. Walnut Lumber. Free estimates. Insured. 616-527-4762. DRYWALL/REPAIR WORK. Big and Small jobs. Fully insured. 35 years experience. Call Tom Teunessen. 616-2182877. STEEL ROOFS - We put steel roofs on high barns. Free estimates. John Reurink. Call 616-527-3635.
Board Approved: •Consent Agenda – includes December 8, 2021 Regular Board Meeting minutes with amendment and accounts payable in the amount of $31,100.03; Passed: 6-0 •Approval of a Noise Ordinance; Passed: 6-0 •Saranac Cemetery Tree Trimming contract approval; Passed: 6-0 •Budget Workshop scheduled for February 2 at 2PM. Meeting adjourned at 9:00 PM Submitted by Sue Bieri Township Clerk
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C & S DRYWALL- 20 years experience. Hang, finish, hand texture ceilings. Free estimates. 616-868-6140.
– AREA DEATHS –
† BRAZEE † LUDEMA † NORDBERG Larry E. Brazee, age 81, for- Joe Ludema, age 102, of Brent Nordberg, age 53, of merly of Portland, passed away Clarksville, passed away Saranac, passed away Friday, Thursday, January 6, 2022. Wednesday, January 12, 2022. January 7, 2022. † BRUST † MEYERS † SHATTUCK Nora Ellen Brust, age 89, of Virginia Martha Meyers, age Bonny June Shattuck, age 80, Portland, passed away Tuesday, 94, of Portland, passed away of Belding, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2022. Wednesday, January 5, 2022. January 9, 2022.
† DEAN Ronald William Dean, age 87, of 9, 2022 at her home with her family. She was born March 12, 1953 TOWN, passed away Saturday, in Ionia the daughter of Ronald and Martha (Longdyke) Miller. January 8, 2022. Judy married Leon Miller September 26, 1992. She loved crafting and especially adored her family. Surviving Judy are her husband Leon Miller of Ionia. Children; Gary Eby and Debbie Cuffle of Traverse City, Michelle Aldrich and Tim Arbour of Saranac, Tonja (Alan) Sowles of Ionia and Crystal (Ben) Croel of Belding. 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Sister Shirley (Daniel) Patrick of Ionia. Brothers Ronald (Juanita) Miller of Palo and Lloyd Miller and Barb Eby of Ionia. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Janet, brother Cecil, brother-in-law Duane and sisters in law Patricia and Peggy. Funeral Services will be at the Lake Funeral Home in Ionia on Friday, January 14, 2022 at 1:00 pm. With Pastor Allison Ellsworth officiating. Visitation will be on Friday 11a.m. until the time of Services. Interment will take place in the spring at Sunset Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com
† MILLER † VASHAW Daniel Leroy Miller, age 78, of Patrick Joseph Vashaw, age Fenwick, passed away Thursday, 79, of Portland, passed away January 6, 2022. Tuesday, January 11, 2022.
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† PEABODY Richard L. Peabody, 90, formerly of Ionia passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021 in Arizona where he had lived since 1980. Born to Reo & Alta Peabody on August 27, 1931, who preceded him in death along with his wife, Beverly and sister Carol. He played football at IHS and graduated in 1950. He served in the US Army and was employed at the Oldsmobile plant in Lansing until retiring in 1980. Survivors include son Fred, daughters Annette and Teresa, step-son Randy and step-daughter Luanne, sisters Jackie and Catherine. Seven grandsons, eleven great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.
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Happpy Birthday! Nichole Philips
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AUTO & TRUCK REPAIR - Hydraulic hose & fittings, R.E. Ruehs Garage Inc., 1326 N. State Rd., Ionia, MI 48846.
USED SNOWBLOWERS Craftsman 2 stage, self propelled with electric start, $375. Used Snow Devil, 24” with electric start, $300. COLOR COPIES available at Used single stage, $125. the Ionia County Shopper’s Countryside Sales & SerGuide, 13 Bridge Street, vice .6201 Stage Rd. Ionia Saranac. 989-637-4795.
FIND YOUR SWEETHEARTS TREASURE AT R I V E R B A N K TREASURES 436 W. Main St. Ionia. Tuesday through Sunday noon to 5pm. 517526-4692. WANT ADS GET RESULTS
RECONDITIONED BATTERIES: $35 plus exchange. Wandel Auto Salvage, 2200 Welch Road, Ionia. 616-5273792. I Buy, sell, service new and used appliances. 40 years experience. 616-585-1709.
FOR SALE - New Pride ScootFamily Switchboard: Acer, $575. 614-639-1551. count Fee $9.78 Monthly WANTED - Standing timber. Family1978.com C & J Tax Cash in advance. Maple Service: 319 W. Main St., Rapids Lumber, 989-682- Ionia Wed & Thurs: 4 – 7 4225 days. 989-875-4565 PM 616-622-3537. evenings. WANTED CARRIERS - For EMERGENCY ROAD Service. walking routes in Ionia. 1 day Saranac and surrounding a week. Please Apply at the areas. On road repairs. Rob’s Shoppers Guide. Towing & Auto Salvage. “CHEAP HOOKER” 616- 2927649 or 616-295-8820. FREE Scrap metal removal of Ionia. Cars, trucks, FOR SALE - 4 Muzzle loaders mowers, snow479s, moand miscellaneous accessotorcycles, quads, golf ries. 616-902-2703. carts and more! Call Scott 517-526-7644. HAY - 90% grass. Square bales. $4 per bale. 989-855E- MAIL CLASSIFIEDS TO: 2569. tracy.icsg@sbcglobal.net TICKETS!!!! We carry double roll tickets raffle tickets for $9 Korean War Veterans Friends + tax per roll at The Shoppers and Families. Buy-A-Brick-ProGuide. Also available: Custom gram for the Belding Freedom printed tickets! Call for a Memorial Wall. Call for more quote. 616-642-9411. 13 information call Contact Bob N. Bridge Street. Downtown Sayers or Holly Noble 616Saranac. 894-5488.
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Selling over 200 long and handguns of all types including rifles, shotguns, black powder, all types of handguns, Lugers, Broomhandles, and lots more. The collection includes the Andrew Ellis Estate from Minneapolis, private offerings and other Michigan Estates. Call for a complete catalog. Plan on attending, and if you have pieces to include call us for details. The next sale will be held Fri. March 18th.
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Happy 90 Birthday th
Marilyn Cahoon
Marilyn will be celebrating her 90th Birthday on January 23. The Family would like to honor her with a card shower in celebration of this special occasion! Please Send Cards to: 9435 Tannis Rd. Clarksville MI 48815
A Big Thank You! It is hard for me to express my deepest feelings to all my friends, relatives and church families and the residents of the township for surprising me on my retirement of 33½ years as the Township Clerk of Easton.
I especially want to thank Pastor Nancy of LeValley and Pastor Donna and George Sperry of Easton for all the kind words. Also, the township board for being in there for me while I was off recovering from heart problems. I also want to thank my family for all the hard work to organize this party. Thank you all for the cards, prayers and the gifts given to me. I will never ever forgot your kindness.
Thank You Betty Rowley
SARANAC AMERICAN LEGION POST #175 ON THE GRILL FRIDAY, JANUARY 21 5:00 to 8:00 pm PRIME RIB .................................................12 OZ. $18.00 SWISS STEAK ..............................................8 OZ. $11.00 SMOTHERED CHICKEN BREASTS .................... 8 OZ. $9.50
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE PLANNING COMMISSION OTISCO TOWNSHIP, IONIA COUNTY, MICHIGAN Please Take Notice That The Planning Commission Of Otisco Township, Ionia County, Michigan Will Hold A Public Hearing To Hear Public Comments Regarding The Proposed Application For A Special Land Use Permit For The Address 9900 Ellis Rd. The Public Hearing For The Application Will Be Held At The Otisco Township Hall, 9663 W Button Rd, Belding, Michigan 48809. Phone Number 616-794-3506. This Public Hearing Will Be Held On February 2nd, 2022 At 7:00 Pm Local Time. Kevin Doty Of 9900 Ellis Rd. Has Requested A Special Land Use For The Purpose Of Building A New Residential Structure Of Agricultural Conservation Zoned Property. Mr. Doty Will Be Present At The Meeting To Answer Any Questions Or Concerns Over His Application. The Proposed Application May Be Inspected At The Otisco Township Clerk’s Office Located In The Township Hall, During Normal Business Hours. Written Comments Submitted To The Otisco Township Clerk Prior To, Or In Person To The Chair At, The Public Hearing Will Be Entered Into The Public Hearing Record. All Persons Wishing To Appear At The Public Hearing May Do So In Person Or By Attorney. This Hearing Is Being Held As Prescribed By The Otisco Township Zoning Ordinance And The Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, P.a. 110 Of 2006, As Ammended.
Ethan Walthorn Zoning Administrator, Otisco Township
HELP WANTED - Certified mechanic Experienced, Good benefits. Tire Experience is a plus. Bring resume to Blundy & Hoppes, 3765 S. State Rd., Ionia MI 48846. FREE RANGE Chicken & Duck Eggs for Sale. Chicken $2/ dozen, Duck $4/dozen. Saranac Area 616-2730170. TOOLS, ABRASIVES, supplies and hardware. Make us your first stop instead of your last stop. We probably have it. Just think of all the time and gas money you will have saved. Easy in, easy out! C&W Tool Sales, 4548 South State, (M-66) Ionia. 616-527-2724. Call for a Free Insurance Quote or Review… Becky Wagner, All Seasons Insurance 989-584-3155.
DAVAL’S USED FURNITURE & ANTIQUES- 6 buildings with 15,000 sq. ft. of quality furniture, antiques and collectibles. SAVE TIME & MONEY. Shop Daval’s for the Best selection, Best Quality, Best Price. You have to see it to Believe it! We are truly a destination place and worth the drive. We buy Estates. Layaway terms available. Visa/Mastercard/Discover accepted. 2 miles West of Hastings at 2084 W. M-43 Hwy. Near Bob’s Gun and Tackle. Hours Sunday 125pm, Mon-Fri, 10am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, 269948-2463. DRIVER’S LICENSE SUSPENDED or REVOKED? Don’t get sucked into $100-$300 evaluation fees. I NEVER charge for your record evaluation and consultation! Driver’s license RESTORATION: $3,500 includes all filing fees and FREE consultation and evaluation of your case. Have a question? Call Attorney Martin Mead, 616-2350330. Visit www.Attor neyMartinMead.com.
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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.
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NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - Automotive Service Technician. Call Young Chevy. 616-5274800 and ask for George. Nice Clean Saranac Estate Sale By J&T. Our first sale of 2022! 175 Summit St. Thursday and Friday January 20th & 21st 10am-5pm. Saturday 22nd 10am-3pm. Nice variety of clean items. Proceeds from this sale are being donated to “The Saranac Promise” scholarship for Saranac Schools by the family of Gloria Hubbard. Please stop by and help support this cause! WANTED TO BUY - From private owner. Sharp looking 2008/2009 Cadillac. 616307-531.
CALL KELLY COMPUTER for all your Computer Needs. 616-902-3593. www.kellyscomputer. com Certified and Dependable. 100% Vaccinated! HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR WANTED: Position available for a heavy equipment operator. Job responsibilities include operating loaders, excavators, dozer’s, screener’s, and other mining equipment. MSHA certified is a plus, but not a requirement. Some experience or education required. 40 hrs/week plus overtime and full benefits including health insurance, dental & vision options, life insurance, 401k with employer match, and paid vacation. Please apply in person at Timpson Transport; 3175 Segwun Ave. Lowell, MI 49331 Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Or email resume to Info@ TimpsonTransport.com or fax to (616) 897-5905
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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 HAY FOR SALE - Grass/Alfalfa mix. Square bales. $6 per bale for 1st cutting. $7 per bale for 2nd cutting. Call Larry 616-902-1122.
An AMISH LOG HEADBOARD AND Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set. Brand new-never used, sell all for $375. Callanytime 989-923-1278. Firearms, Ammo, Tools, Antiques & More Happening Right Now! Interested in having an auction? 989.426.8061 Now booking for 2022. We Conduct statewide auctions all year. www.johnpeckauctions.com Auctioneers over 40 years.
NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - Automotive Service Technician. BAILEY’S SEWING MACall Young Chevy. 616-527- Cub Cadet Lawn Tractor CHINE REPAIR - 4849 4800 and ask for George. with Snow Blower; Antiques; N. State Rd. Ionia, CALL KELLY COMPUTER for Furniture; Tools. Multiple OnMI48846. 616-5220702. Hours are 9am all your Computer Needs. line Estate Auctions now at to 5pm.Singer, BrothU.S.A. Flags available at the 616-902-3593. www.kel- www.SherwoodAuctionServiceLLC.com Considering an er, Pfaff. Shoppers Guide. Specialty lyscomputer.com Certified auction? Contact auctioneer flags by request. 13 N. Bridge and Dependable. 100% Joe Sherwood for all your aucStreet. Downtown Saranac. WANT ADS GET RESULTS Vaccinated! tion needs. 800-835-0495. DELIVERY PERSON NEEDED URGENTLY! Stop in person to Sid’s Flower Shop, 305 W. Main St. Ionia for an application.
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Regular Board Meeting January 11, 2022 Meeting called to order by Supervisor, Kurt Scheurer. Member present: Scheurer, Higbee, Harp, McCoy, and Pitchford (via phone). Pledge of Allegiance. Minutes approved as read. Treasurer’s report approved as read. Motion by Higbee and supported by Scheurer to pay this month’s bills on hand. Motion passed. Motion by Scheurer and supported by Pitchford to allow treasurer and clerk to open a checking account for the ARPA funds. Roll call vote; Harp – yes, McCoy – yes, Pitchford – yes, Higbee – yes, and Scheurer – yes. Motion passed Motion by Scheurer and supported by McCoy to have Earnest Enterprises set up a website for the township. Motion passed Motion by Pitchford and supported by Scheurer to approve the permit and authorizing letters for METRO Act permit Application to be sent to Michigan Public Service Commission. Motion passed Public Comment: gentleman asking about Marijuana laws in the township. Ionia Township Opted out of recreational or medical growing and dispensing. Public Safety, Alec Lynn gave a monthly report. Motion by Scheurer and supported by Pitchford to raise land split fees to $100 for the first split and $70 for each additional split. Motion passed
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Due to COVID surge, Sparrow to limit patient visitors
LANSING, MI –Due to the prevalence of the COVID virus within our region and increased transmission of the Omicron variant, Sparrow is modifying its inpatient visitor policy throughout the Health System in order to better protect caregivers, visitors and patients. The following is effective Tuesday, Jan. 11: • Only one visitor allowed per patient each day. Patients or their representative will be asked to coordinate with their family and friends so the appropriate visitors are allowed access. Currently, two visitors are allowed per patient. • Patients in Pediatrics and Women’s Services units can have two visitors designated throughout their stay. There is no change in the policy for these units. • There is also no change in policy for patients in the Emergency Department, who may have one visitor once they are in a room. • Comfort Care/End-of-Life patients will be addressed on a case by case basis. Reducing the number of visitors into the health system helps to limit the potential spread of the virus as we experience a record high number of COVID positive patients and caregivers. We will re-evaluate the policy when COVID numbers decline. Although the increase in COVID positive patients and caregivers may warrant tighter restrictions, Sparrow believes visitation is an important part of the healing/ caring process. All COVID-19 positive patient
visitors must set up an appointment by calling 517.364.2514. All visitors are required to properly wear face masks at all Sparrow locations. If a mask is not being properly worn, the individual will be asked to leave the facility and may lose their visitation rights. For more information about everything related to COVID, go to Sparrow.org/COVID.
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE PLANNING COMMISSION OTISCO TOWNSHIP, IONIA COUNTY, MICHIGAN Please Take Notice That The Planning Commission Of Otisco Township, Ionia County, Michigan Will Hold A Public Hearing To Hear Public Comments Regarding The Proposed Application For A Home-Based Business With Special Use Permit For The Address 6250 Ingalls Rd. The Public Hearing For The Application Will Be Held At The Otisco Township Hall, 9663 W Button Rd, Belding, Michigan 48809. Phone Number 616-794-3506. This Public Hearing Will Be Held On February 2nd, 2022 At 7:00 Pm Local Time. Crystal Palasek Of 6250 Ingalls Rd. Has Requested A Level Ii Home-Based Business Application With A Special Land Use Be Granted For The Purpose Of Owning And Operating A Winery From Their Agricultural Property. Mrs. Palasek Will Be Available To Answer Questions At The Public Hearing. The Proposed Application May Be Inspected At The Otisco Township Clerk’s Office Located In The Township Hall, During Normal Business Hours. Written Comments Submitted To The Otisco Township Clerk Prior To, Or In Person To The Chair At, The Public Hearing Will Be Entered Into The Public Hearing Record. All Persons Wishing To Appear At The Public Hearing May Do So In Person Or By Attorney. This Hearing Is Being Held As Prescribed By The Otisco Township Zoning Ordinance And The Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, P.a. 110 Of 2006, As Ammended. Ethan Walthorn Zoning Administrator, Otisco Township
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JIM SOLOMONSON DRYWALL Hang and finish, textures and repairs. New homes, remodels, basements. Free estimates. 20+ years experience. 616- 498-4539. NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - Automotive Service Technician. Call Young Chevy. 616-5274800 and ask for George. SHOPPERS GUIDE HOURS Monday - Thursday 8am to 3pm. Closed Friday -Sunday. DEADLINES ARE NOON ON THURSDAYS!!! CALL KELLY COMPUTER for all your Computer Needs. 616902-3593. www.kellyscomputer.com Certified and Dependable. 100% Vaccinated! SCRATCH PADS are available at the Ionia County Shoppers Guide! 50¢each. 13 Bridge St. Saranac. HAVING GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS? We can Help! Call us for service or a new install. O.C. Construction 616-291-4520 - Darrell.
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. SARANAC PLUMBING and HANDYMAN SERVICE The drain cleaning Specialist. 616-262-9825. REMEMBER A VETERAN! Purchase a brick in their honor at the Belding Veterans Park. $50 Donation per brick. Contact Bob Sayers or Holly Noble 616-894-5488. RV Repairs, Parts & Service. R.E Ruehs Garage, Inc. 616527-2660. FOR SALE - White Ash logs, 10-12 ft. long. 14” dump trailer load. You pick up here (Hubardston) with your trailer. I will load. $350. Cash Only. 989-640-8414. SNOWBLOWERS IN STOCK! New 24”, 2-stage with electric start, $699. Nice used ones starting at $350. New Single stage Simplicity, $399.Countryside Sales & Service .6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795. DELIVERY PERSON NEEDED URGENTLY! Stop in person to Sid’s Flower Shop, 305 W. Main St. Ionia for an application. TOOLS, ABRASIVES, supplies and hardware. Make us your first stop instead of your last stop. We probably have it. Just think of all the time and gas money you will have saved. Easy in, easy out! C&W Tool Sales, 4548 South State, (M-66) Ionia. 616-527-2724.
8049 N State Rd, Orleans MI 616-902-7822 Sale Starts 10am Sharp Rain or Shine Prices are Per Item for Auction held on 1/8/22 First Cutting -Small Squares 70 Bales $3.75 to $5.00,Rounds 2 Bales $32.50,Second Cutting- Small Squares 263, Bales $3.50 to $4.50,Rounds 27 Bales $55.00 to $57.50,Sorghum Sudangrass-12 Bales $42.50 to $45.00, Third Cutting-Small Squares 75 Bales $3.75 to $4.25, Rounds 3 Bales $42.50,Fourth Cutting-Rounds 3 Bales $62.50 Straw-Small Squares 115 Bales $3.00 to $4.10,Rounds 2 Bales $35.00, Oat Straw 12 Small Square Bales $3.10,Misc-2 Quarts Honey $12.00, Oats 8 Bags $10.00 to $11.00,Animals-3 Potbellied Pigs $15.00 Rough Sawn Lumber-Cherry 18 BF $22.50,Red Oak 18 BF $32.50 Live Edge Beech $12.50,White Pine 88 BF $67.50 Firewood- 4 FC Firewood $27.50 to $47.50, ½ FC Firewood $30.00 Trailer load Firewood $285.00
Hay Auction Every Saturday at 10am Sharp! Thank you to everyone that bought and sold this last week!
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 and Fill-in positions. 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.
OTISCO TOWNSHIP IONIA COUNTY, MICHIGAN PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Wednesday, February 2nd, 2022 at 7:00PM PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: The Otisco Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, February 2nd, 2022 at 7:00PM at the Otisco Township Hall, 9663 Button Road, Belding, Michigan 48809 to receive and consider public comment concerning the following: THE OTISCO TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION IS PROPOSING TO AMEND LANGUAGE AND IMPOSE ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS REGARDING SITE PLAN REQUIREMENTS: The purpose and intent of this ordinance is to ensure site plans given for zoning compliance and special land use applications are as accurate and detailed as possible and so that sites can be easier to locate for commission members. A copy of the proposed ordinance is currently on file and may be examined and/or purchased at the Otisco Township Hall up to the time of the public hearing from the Zoning Administrator, or by appointment with a telephone call to the Otisco Township Hall @ (616) 794-3506. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amendment. Written comments will be accepted in person or by mail to the Otisco Township Hall or by email to: clerk@otiscotwp.org by January 27th, 2022 @ 12:00 noon. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for participation should contact the Otisco Township Hall at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the public hearing stating their request for assistance. Proceedings conducted at this public hearing are subject to the provisions of the Michigan Open Meetings Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Respectfully submitted by, Ethan Walthorn - Zoning Administrator/Otisco Township
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JANUARY 24 – LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Learn what your state senators and representatives are working on. Local county, city and township commissioners and officials also attend. Keller Williams Rivertown Hoppough, 119 N Dexter Street 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. FEBRUARY 6 – SQUABBIT HUNT Ionia County Fishing & Hunting Club, Bertha Brock Park. Breakfast 6:30 to 8:00 a.m., registration 6:30 to 10:00 a.m. Registration fee: $10 adults; $5 children. Questions: 527-4657 (evenings). 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 – COMMUNITY DRAWERS Third Wednesday each month from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Ionia First UMC, 105 E Main Street. Personal care items for those in need in our community. WEDNESDAY – ZION FOOD PANTRY 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
being available, we’re offering another garden-ready craft! We’ll be making signposts to point the way to all the features Welcome to my Garden Our seed library will be ready in your garden, and to welcome for use in March, and to ramp all the creatures that make your up to all those glorious seeds garden special. Register any-
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JANUARY 18 – MR. MIKE'S STEM PROGRAM 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Ages 11-17 will discover first hand engineering & scientific principles by constructing mobiles. Registration is helpful, 616-374-4591. JANUARY 20 – HOME-BASED EDUCATION PROGRAM 1:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. All students welcome to join us to learn interesting facts on the Northwest part of Michigan. Registration is helpful, 616-374-4591. JANUARY 25 – AUTHOR TALKS 5:30 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Local author, Rachelle Crawford will read and discuss her book "Messy Minimalism. Realistic strategies for the rest of us." Registration is helpful, 616-374-4591. FEBRUARY 1 – CARD CRAFT Start anytime between 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Make & Take 4 designs! Prepay $10 cash with registration. Register at 616-374-4591. 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.
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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 – WRITERS GROUP 1st Thursday of each month. 10:00 a.m. to Noon at the Lyons Township District Library. 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.
time, and then pick up your bag of supplies starting February 4. Registration is required, ages 15 and up. Puzzle It Out What could be better when winter blusters and blows than to be warm and cozy and working on a jigsaw puzzle? Join us for the Portland District Library’s fifth jigsaw puzzle contest on Saturday, February 19. Sign up as a group of 2-4 puzzlers, or as an individual to be placed in a group. Puzzle solving starts at 10:00 a.m. and goes until 2:00 p.m., with lunch provided. The team closest to completion when time runs out wins. Each member of the winning team gets a prize. Ages 10 and up, with at least one adult per team. Registration required. CHILDREN’S AND TEEN Winter Reading Program Portland District Library is back at it again this winter with our all-ages Winter Reading Program! 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. Petey L.’s Blizzard Adventures What could make playing in the snow and warming up inside even more fun this winter? How about… taking fun photos and
submitting them to the library for a chance to win a prize every Friday in January and February!?!? Starting Monday, January 3, patrons ages 8 & under can register for Petey L.’s 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-a-kind 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 1318, masks are required. Shrinky Key Chains What’s more fun than making art and watching it shrink to half its size? Nothing! After making art on special paper, we are going to watch that art shrink and then turn it into a key chain. Registration for Shrinky Key Chains Take-and-Make bags begins Friday, January 14, which is the same day the video will be posted to YouTube. This program is recommended for ages 6-12, requires parental supervision, and is limited to 30 patrons.
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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 E Bridge Street. MONDAY – BINGO at 6:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004. TUESDAY – EUCHRE 1:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004. WEDNESDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10:00 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.
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JANUARY 27 – MOBILE FOOD PANTRY 4:30 p.m. at Saranac Community Church, 125 Bridge Street. 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.
Virtual STEM Club: You Light Up My Life Get ready for Valentine’s Day during January’s Virtual STEM Club. We’ll build a personalized circuit card that will be sure to light up your favorite Valentine’s day! Registration for your Virtu-
al STEM Club: You Light Up My Life! Take-and-Make bag begins January 19, which is the same day the video will be posted to YouTube. This program is recommended for ages 6-12, requires parental supervision, and is limited to 30 patrons.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE PLANNING COMMISSION OTISCO TOWNSHIP, IONIA COUNTY, MICHIGAN Please Take Notice That The Planning Commission Of Otisco Township, Ionia County, Michigan Will Hold A Public Hearing To Hear Public Comments Regarding The Proposed Application For A Home-Based Business With Special Use Permit For The Address 5947 Zahm Rd. The Public Hearing For The Application Will Be Held At The Otisco Township Hall, 9663 W Button Rd, Belding, Michigan 48809. Phone Number 616-794-3506. This Public Hearing Will Be Held On February 2nd, 2022 At 7:00 Pm Local Time. Patrick Haney Of 5947 Zahm Rd. Has Requested A Level Ii Home-Based Business Application With A Special Land Use Be Granted For The Purpose Of Owning And Operating Belding Lawn Care & Snow Removal From His Property. Mr. Haney Will Be Available To Answer Questions At The Public Hearing. The Proposed Application May Be Inspected At The Otisco Township Clerk’s Office Located In The Township Hall, During Normal Business Hours. Written Comments Submitted To The Otisco Township Clerk Prior To, Or In Person To The Chair At, The Public Hearing Will Be Entered Into The Public Hearing Record. All Persons Wishing To Appear At The Public Hearing May Do So In Person Or By Attorney. This Hearing Is Being Held As Prescribed By The Otisco Township Zoning Ordinance And The Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, P.a. 110 Of 2006, As Ammended. Ethan Walthorn Zoning Administrator, Otisco Township
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State Rep. Julie Calley was recently named 2021 House Member of the Year by the Michigan Information and Research Service (MIRS), an online newsletter providing news and analysis of state government. Calley, who serves as chair of the House Local Government and Municipal Finance Committee and assistant majority floor leader, was commended for her leadership on efforts to expand access to childcare, lower the cost of prescription drugs, modernize 911 technology, protect vulnerable children and adults from abuse, and offer new economic development opportunities for Michigan communities. MIRS editor Kyle Melinn said the publication weights each legislator’s impact, level of activity and effectiveness when selecting the House Member of the Year. “When you look at it though those three categories, it becomes clear that our House Member of the Year is Julie Calley,” Melinn said. “Julie Calley has taken every opportunity, it
seems, to work with Republicans and Democrats alike in a collaborative fashion to advance various bills in extremely different categories. Whether it’s public health, whether it’s elections, mental health services – she has been active on various fronts to try and advance bills.” MIRS noted Calley’s leadership and her effort to “bridge the gap” between Democrats and Republicans in a year where divisiveness has become commonplace. Calley said the recognition was an honor she wouldn’t have earned without the help of her hardworking staff and other legislators willing to work together to find solutions. “I’m deeply honored to have been named House Member of the Year by MIRS,” Calley said. “I work hard to bring solutions forward that improve life for families in our community. To do that effectively, my goal is to treat others with respect, listen to everyone’s concerns, and stay true to our community values.”
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