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peacefully to his home on January 17, 2022 Rich was born on Clyde Road in Ionia to Frank Millard Hull and Florence Myrtle James. He served in the U.S. Navy right out of high school from 1956 to 1960, spending two years at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and onboard the USS Saratoga. Rich married the love of his life Janet Pacholke on January 9, 1960 in Flint. Rich worked and attended Michigan State University. After he received an Associate degree, he and Jan settled in Ionia and raised 3 children. He went to work for the Michigan Department of Corrections and retired after 25 years as a Lieutenant. The next 31 years, Rich worked hard at retirement with part time jobs (John Deere), traveling, woodworking, camping, fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family. Rich loved his life and knew exactly where he was headed after this life was finished. Rich is survived by his wife of 62 years Jan, whom he adored. His children; Kathy and Tim Pretzel of Fenwick, Wendy and Dean Humphrey of Newaygo, and Rick & Rosana Hull of Auburn Hills, all of whom he was very proud. Grandchildren; Robert & Megan Purcell, Cody & Brittany Cooper, Garrett & Espie Humphrey, Connor & Tory Reavy, Jay & Sami White, Sofia Hull, Noelle Humphrey, Gabriel Hull, and Laura Hull. All of whom he loved dearly. He also had 8+ great grandchildren who once they could walk, he took a lot of interest in. Also surviving are two brothers Robert & Joanne Hull and Harold & Julie Hull and sister Nancy & Bob Abernathy. Rich was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Florence, his wife’s parents Alvin & Alvina Pacholke, brothers Don Hull and Carl Grigsby and by sisters Beatrice Hull and Dorothy Grigsby. Visitation was Thursday, January 20 at 5-8 pm at Lake Funeral Home in Ionia and Friday, January 21 from 12-2 pm at St John Lutheran Church Ionia with Service following at 2 pm. Memorial Contributions will be given to St John Lutheran Church, of which Rich was a member for over 56 years. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

Wanetta Hume, age 91, of Palo, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022.

† VINING Danyel Ruth Vining age 34 of Ionia passed away January 8, 2022 in Ionia. She was born March 14 1987 in Vermont the daughter of Judy Girlie. Danyel enjoyed tinkering, fixing things and helping people. She also enjoyed photography and was a film fanatic. She loved her family very much. Danyel is survived by her children Bradlee John Vining, Skilar James Philips and Daymin Jay Hospee; mother, Judy Girlie; brothers, Christopher Girlie and Robert Stiller; sisters, Kimberlee (Devin) Goodwin and Aleshia Hall and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandma, Connie Fink; children, Lukis, Hailee and Brighton; niece, Lily Goodwin and nephew Dustin Hall. A memorial service was held at Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefunealhomes.com † WHITE Gaye L. White age 67 of Carson City passed away January 18, 2022. She was born September 19, 1954 in Ionia the daughter of Thomas J. and Dora J. (Gladding) White. Gaye worked at General Motors for several years and then worked for Lear Corporation until retiring. She had a love for horses and started breaking them at the young age of 12. Gaye operated her own horse ranches Diamond K. Arabians and High Hopes Training Center both in Carson City where she would breed and train. Surviving are her children; Tommy (Jennifer) Witzel of Muir, Pepper Witzel of Carson City and Ellen Arden (Tyler Brune) of Georgia. Grandchildren; Hollie (Jeffrey) Barnes, Wyatt Witzel, Cole Witzel, Logan Witzel, Ella Witzel, Blake Lazarus and Ashton Lazarus. Great grandson Hunter Tulppo. Brother Bo Antony of Florida. Nephew Burt White. Longtime special friends Deanna (Gary) Salters of Maple Rapids. She was preceded in death by her Parents. Funeral Services for Gaye will be at the North Plains Church 3965 Olmstead Rd. Ionia MI 48846 on Monday, January 24, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Greg Gladding officiating. Interment in the spring at North Plains Cemetery. There will be visiting hours at the Lake Funeral Home in Ionia on Sunday 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to the Gaye’s family. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

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Sleep is an often unsung hero of activities like yoga or Tai Chi also overall health. Diet and exercise can relax the mind and body and get their fair share of glory, but promote physical health. without a good night’s rest, even the most physically active, nuTake media breaks Overwhelming oneself with a trition-conscious individuals are barrage of negative news stories vulnerable to a host of ailments or constant information can in- and illnesses. According to the U.S. Decrease stress levels. Individuals partment of Health and Human can strive to remain informed Services, most adults need and still build breaks into their seven or more hours of sleep on schedules. Shut off news proa regular schedule each night. grams, turn over the newspaper Athletes may even benefit from or tune out of social media from additional sleep. In fact, a 2011 time to time. The Centers for study published in the journal Disease Control and Prevention Sleep examined the effects of recommends that individuals sleep extension on the athletwho are stressed out by world ic performance of collegiate events reduce the number of basketball players. That study times they read the news or found that athletes asked to check the headlines each day. extend their normal sleep times Meditate or perform breathing exhibited faster sprint times and increased free-throw accuracy exercises Breathing and meditation can and a reduction in fatigue at help alleviate stress, according the end of the sleep extension to the American Heart Associ- period. ation. A quick meditation can Improved athletic performance provide some perspective. If a is not the only way that sufficient situation is stressful, go for a sleep benefits the human body. SUFFICIENT SLEEP AND THE walk or take a few slow, deep IMMUNE SYSTEM breaths until the body relaxes. The Mayo Clinic notes that Harvard Medical School also says meditation can induce a the immune system releases relaxation response, which is an proteins called cytokines during sleep. The release of certain antidote to stress. cytokines needs to increase Change negatives to positives when individuals are experiencNegative self-talk may increase stress, but positive self-talk can help a person calm down. Individuals should practice positive selftalk every day. Instead of saying, “I hate when this happens,” say, “I know how to deal with this, I’ve done it before.” A small amount of periodic stress can be a good thing. However, chronic stress poses a significant threat to individuals’ long-term health.

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...CONTINUED FROM PG. 5 years found that those who slept just six hours per night were 12 percent more likely to experience major weight gain than women who slept seven hours per night. Experts aren’t entirely sure why this relationship exists, but the results of various studies support the idea that insufficient sleep is a potential catalyst for gaining weight. SUFFICIENT SLEEP AND CHRONIC DISEASE The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that insufficient sleep has been linked to the development and management of various chronic diseases. For example, the CDC indicates that insufficient sleep has been linked to an increased risk for type 2 diabetes. In addition, the CDC reports that instances of hypertension, stroke, coronary heart disease, and irregular heartbeat are more common among individuals with disordered sleep than they are among people without such sleep abnormalities. Sleep is not often mentioned alongside diet and exercise as a vital component of overall health. But a good night’s rest is no less vital to long-term health than a healthy diet and physical activity.

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Alleviate everyday aches and pains

Pain occurs for a variety can alleviate pressure on the of reasons. Pain may be a discs in the back. Exercising byproduct of overuse of a also will build strength in other particular part of the body, or areas of the body and support it could signal an underlying ill- joints. ness or condition. Sometimes • PRACTICE GOOD POSinjury is at the heart of aches TURE. Sitting and standing and pains. with optimal posture can Daily aches and pains may be help the body feel better. The seen as body is a normal designed LOWER BACK PAIN IS byprodto stand uct of agin a “neuCOMMON. VARIOUS ing, but STRATEGIES CAN REDUCE tral” posithat does tion that ACHES AND PAINS. not mean stacks aging indithe pelviduals should simply accept vis, head and torso, accordpain. In fact, daily discomfort ing to DMC Healthcare. When can be remedied with some posture is out of whack, this relatively easy techniques. puts undue stress on muscles, • GET MOVING. Lower back leading to pain. Dropping your pain is common among adults, head or shoulders also can and most often appears when create unnecessary tension individuals are in their mid-30s that leads to headaches. Good and 40s. Strength training and posture can alleviate this. cardio exercises can remedy • EXERCISE MORE OFthis pain because these activ- TEN. Certain pains arise when ities increase blood flow and exercising for the first time help build core muscles, which or performing a new activity. support the spine. Support Allan H. Goldfarb, Ph.D., a

Big Rapids • Boyne City Cedar Springs • Cheboygan Gaylord • Gladwin Grayling • Houghton Lake Newwaygo • Portland Rogers City • Roscommon West Branch professor and exercise physiologist at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro, says when you do the same activity again and again, your muscles will start to get used to it and soreness will be reduced. Don’t give up on exercise too soon, but include off days in your routine to give your body time to become more acclimated to increased

physical activity. • GET TESTED. Speak with your doctor if you have chronic pain in one or more areas. Such pain may be a sign of osteoarthritis, an inflammatory condition that is associated with aging. Rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune conditions can cause aches and pains as well, leaving the joints and tendons inflamed

and a body with low energy. A doctor can rule out these conditions or help you get the therapy and medications you need. • INCREASE STRETCHING AND MOVEMENT EXERCISES. Incorporate stretching and movement exercises like yoga or tai chi into your daily regimen. These activities slowly stretch areas of the

body and can improve range of motion and flexibility over time. These are just a few ways to address common aches and pains. Medical interventions, physical therapy, occupational therapy and ergonomics assessments, and massage therapy also may help to alleviate aches and pains.

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POR 15 Rust preventative Tuesday February 8, 2022 - 6:00 pm paint, oxygen, acetylene, helium and welding supplies Keene Township Hall for Sale at R.E. Ruehs Garage, 8505 Potters Rd Inc., 1326 N. State Rd., Ionia, P O Box 24 643 W. Lincoln Ave. • Ionia 616 527-1101 SCRAP - FREE PICK-UP Buying MI 48846. Saranac MI 48881 Must present coupon with payment in full at completion of services. cars running or not, Also, FOR SALE - Fuse box bought trash removal priced per job! The following request will be considered DRYWALL/REPAIR WORK. Big U.S.A Flags in Stock at for generator and did not 517-647-9427. and public comment accepted: and Small jobs. Fully insured. the Shoppers Guide. 13 need, $100. Bow Case, $25. 35 years experience. Call N. Bridge St. Saranac. Mens jeans, Very good condi- AUTO & TRUCK REPAIR - HyApplicant Steve and Barb Roth have applied for a front tion; (2 pair) 32x46, (2 pair) draulic hose & fittings, R.E. setback variance to construct a covered porch onto the Tom Teunessen. 616-218- 616-642-9411. 34x36, (2 pair) 36x36, all Ruehs Garage Inc., 1326 N. front of their home located at 10030 Potters Rd, Lowell. 2877. The complete application will be available for viewing $7 each. Older 20” Sylvania State Rd., Ionia, MI 48846. SEASONED FIREWOOD for posted in the notice box at the Township Hall and on the TV works well, $25. 5 pink STEEL ROOFS - We TOOLS, ABRASIVES, supplies website at www.keenetownship.org. wood boilers for sale. 14ft window valances (new still put steel roofs on high and hardware. Make us your dump trailer load. Approxiin pkg.) Paid $65 will sell for barns. Free estimates. first stop instead of your Written comments will be considered if received by the mately 2 full cords, $350. If $50. Taking best offers. Also John Reurink. Call last stop. We probably have Zoning Administrator prior to the meeting time. more than 15 miles, $375. everything is Cash Only! Call 616-527-3635. it. Just think of all the time Comments can be emailed to: zoningadmin@msn.com Cash Only. 989-640-8414. 616-642-6323. and gas money you will have saved. Easy in, easy out! C&W Tool Sales, 4548 South State, TICKETS!!!! We carry double USED SNOWBLOWERS (M-66) Ionia. 616-527-2724. roll tickets raffle tickets for $9 Craftsman 2 stage, self + tax per roll at The Shoppers propelled with electric start, Guide. Also available: Custom $375. Used Snow Devil, 24” with electric start, $300. YOU’RE INVITED- to printed tickets! Call for a Used single stage, $125. see a large selection of quote. 616-642-9411. 13 Countryside Sales & Sersofas and recliners N. Bridge Street. Downtown vice .6201 Stage Rd. Ionia at Seymour Furniture Saranac. 989-637-4795. in downtown Ionia. Layaway and free delivery available.

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

OTISCO TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS

BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING OF WAGES & FEES NOTICE The Otisco Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed township budget For the fiscal year 2022-2023 at the Otisco Township Hall, 9663 W. Button Rd., Belding, MI On Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. The property millage rate proposed to be levied to support wages & fees are available for the public inspection at the Otisco Township Hall, 9663 W. Button Rd. Belding, MI 48809. This proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. Call 616-794-3506 The Otisco Township Board will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon a three day notice to the Otisco Township Board. NOTE: Individuals with disabilities requiring aids or services should contact Otisco Township Board by writing or call the following: Desmond Pike, Supervisor or Lynda Sower, Clerk. 9663 W. Button Rd., Belding MI 48809 PH. 616-794-3506. Lynda Sower Otisco Township Clerk

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Coming events (up to 30 words) can be placed in this column at no charge for nonprofit organizations. Deadline is noon on Thursday. Email to kara.raimer@att.net; send to the Ionia County Shopper’s Guide, Box 46, Saranac, MI 48881; or fax to 616-642-6040. Remember to include your name, address, and phone number.

– IONIA –

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.

Portland Library Lines

If you follow this column regularly then you know that we had scheduled a library strategic planning session on January 5 . . . the day of “near-blizzard conditions.” The Library Board wisely decided to postpone, and they’ll be choosing a new date during their January meeting. I mention this because we would LOVE for more community members to get involved and tell us what you think the library should be focusing on for the next three years. So keep an eye on this space for the new date! Welcome to my Garden Our seed library will be ready for use in March, and to ramp up to all those glorious seeds being available, we’re offering another garden-ready craft! We’ll be making signposts to point the way to all the features in your garden, and

to welcome all the creatures that make your garden special. Register anytime, 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 Petey L.’s Blizzard Adventures What could make playing in the

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 Lutheran School, 617 N Jefferson Street.

– LAKE ODESSA –

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.

– LYONS/MUIR –

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.

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.

Squabbit Hunt Sunday, February 6, 2022

Ionia County Fishing & Hunting Club in Bertha Brock Park, On M-21 Breakfast at the Clubhouse 6:30 - 8:00 am Registration at the Clubhouse 6:30 - 10:00 am Registration Fee: Adults $10 Juniors $5 (Registration Fee Includes Breakfast & Lunch)

Check -In Deadline 3:00 pm (No Hunting in the County Park) Fun for the Whole Family!

Senior and Junior Divisions

Take a Prizes - Food - Fun g! (Up to 10 chances to win) Kid Huntin If you have any Questions call: 616-527-4657 (evenings)

Squirrel & Rabbit !

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. Virtual STEM Club: You Light Up

– PORTLAND –

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.

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 Virtual

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.

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NOTICE OTISCO TOWNSHIP Otisco Township will be accepting sealed bids to remove the trailer at 11350 Button Rd. Bidders must carry a minimum of $1,000,000 liability insurance and place Otisco Township as additional named insured. Sealed bids may be mailed to Lynda Sower, Clerk, 9663 Button Rd., Belding, MI 48809. The envelope must be marked on outside as a sealed bid. You may deliver it prior to contract awarding on February 8th, 7:00 pm at the board meeting. OTISCO TOWNSHIP RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS. HOMES FOR RENT - 2 bedroom mobile home in Ionia. 2 bedroom Apartment in Ionia. 1 bedroom house in Ionia. Call Randy 616-902-1239. LONG DISTANCE MOVING: Call today for a FREE QUOTE from America’s Most Trusted Interstate Movers. Let us take the stress out of moving! Speak to a Relocation Specialist, call 866-495-2374 COLOR COPIES available at the Ionia County Shopper’s Guide, 13 Bridge Street, Saranac.

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. I Buy, sell, service new and used appliances. 40 years experience. 616-585-1709.

NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - Automotive Service Technician. Call Young Chevy. 616-5274800 and ask for George. WANTED - Standing timber. Cash in advance. Maple Rapids Lumber, 989-6824225 days. 989-875-4565 evenings. RECONDITIONED BATTERIES: $35 plus exchange. Wandel Auto Salvage, 2200 Welch Road, Ionia. 616-5273792. WANTED CARRIERS - For walking routes in Ionia. 1 day a week. Please Apply at the Shoppers Guide. FREE Scrap metal removal of Ionia. Cars, trucks, mowers, snow479s, motorcycles, quads, golf carts and more! Call Scott 517-526-7644.

NOTICE OF RIGHT TO REFERENDUM ON BECOMING A CHARTER TOWNSHIP Official certification has been received from the Michigan Secretary of State that the township of Boston has a population of 2000 or more according to the most recent United States census and is therefore eligible to be incorporated as a charter township under the provisions of section 3a of the Charter Township Act, 1947 PA 359 (MCL 42.3a). The township board has the right to exercise one of three options concerning status as a charter township, as follows: 1. Adopt by majority vote a resolution opposed to incorporation as a charter township; 2. Adopt by majority vote a resolution of intent to approve incorporation as a charter township; 3. Adopt by majority vote a resolution to place before the electorate at the next regular or special township election the question of incorporation as a charter township. In the event option 2 is adopted by the township board, the citizens of the township have the right to file a “Right to Referendum Petition”. This petition must be filed within the 60 days which must lapse between passage of a resolution of the intent to incorporate and final passage of the resolution to incorporate as a charter township. The petition shall follow, in general form, the nominating petition form as prescribed in the Michigan Election Law, and in the heading will indicate “Disagreement of Intent to Incorporate as a Charter Township”. The petition must be signed by not less than 10% of the registered voters of the township based on the vote cast for all candidates for supervisor at the last election at which a supervisor was elected. If the petition is successful, the question of incorporation will be placed on the ballot at the next general or special township election. Submitted by Sue Bieri Boston Township Clerk

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

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.

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.

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

WANTED TO BUY - From private owner. Sharp looking 2008/2009 Cadillac. 616307-6319.

SHILOH JUNCTION HAY AUCTION 8049 N State Rd, Orleans MI 616-902-7822 Sale Starts 10am Sharp Rain or Shine Prices are Per Item for Auction held on 1/15/22 First Cutting-Small Squares 115 Bales $3.25 to $4.25,Rounds 8 Bales $45.00.Rounds Baleage-6 Bales $30.00. Second Cutting - Small Squares 269 Bales $3.25 to $5.50.Rounds 22 Bales $35.00 to $47.50. Sorghum Sudangrass-6 Bales $35.00, Third Cutting-Small Squares 165 Bales $2.25 to $4.75, Rounds 29, Bales $35.00 to $52.50.Fourth Cutting-Rounds 21 Bales $27.50 to $40.00, Straw-Small Squares 226 Bales $2.75 to $3.40. Rounds 12 Bales $25.00 to $35.00,Oat Straw- 12 Small Square Bales $3.20 Misc-4 Quarts Honey $14.00 to $18.00, Oats 18 Bags $12.00, Ear Corn 5 Bags $4.00 to $9.00.Eggs 131 Dozen $1.25 to $1.90 Animals-2 Shetland Rams $110.00 to $150.00,5 Chickens $4.00.Rough Sawn Lumber Black Walnut 18 BF $70.00,Live Edge Beech $20.00, Live Edge Sugar Maple $15.00,Live Edge Walnut $50.00, White Pine 104 BF $100.00,White Pine 32 BF $20.00White Pine 53 BF $20.00,Sugar Maple 36 BF $47.50 Firewood-7 FC Firewood $25.00 to $55.00,½ FC Firewood $20.00

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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

Looking for assisted living, memory care, or independent living? A Place for Mom simplifies the process of finding senior living at no cost to your family. Call 1-888-978-0584 today! NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - Automotive Service Technician. Call Young Chevy. 616-5274800 and ask for George. 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. U.S.A. Flags available at the Shoppers Guide. Specialty flags by request. 13 N. Bridge Street. Downtown Saranac. UPDATE YOUR HOME with Beautiful New Blinds & Shades. FREE in-home estimates make it convenient to shop from home. Professional installation. Top quality - Made in the USA. Call for free consultation: 844-400-9455. Ask about our specials! HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR WANTED: Position available for a heavy equipment operator. Job responsibilities include operating loaders, excavators, dozer’s, screeners, 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 BAILEY’S SEWING MACHINE REPAIR - 4849 N. State Rd. Ionia, MI48846. 616-5220702. Hours are 9am to 5pm.Singer, Brother, Pfaff.

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

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HELP WANTED

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

ATTENTION- I have lived at 3539 E Stage Rd for several 1st Shift hours are 7:00AM to 3:00PM years. I have one neighbor 2nd shift hours are from 3:00PM to11:00PM next to me that takes it Monday through Friday. upon himself to do anything 3rd Shift hours are (Sunday- Friday) to my property he wants to. 11:00 PM to 7:00AM This includes moving my property survey markers No experience necessary. to benefit himself. This is We offer an excellent fringe benefits wrong and unacceptable to package. Applicants may fax a resume or me as my neighbor. It is my apply in person at: understanding that he has done this before at his other properties he has owned. If Matcor Automotive (Michigan), Inc. you have had this problem Human Resources Manager with my neighbor before or 314 S. Steele St. P.O. Box 503 Ionia, MI 48846 currently, I would really like Fax (616) 527-6345 to speak with you. You may An Equal Opportunity Employer reach me at 517.732.1281 LeRoy. Equipment & Tool Auction. Cub Cadet Lawn Tractor with METAL ROOFING regular Milling machines; metal Snow Blower; Antiques; Vehiand shingle style, HALF OFF lathes; 1995 GM 3500 stake cles; Furniture; Tools. Multiple ON SPECIAL COLORS! Also, truck; welders; air compres- Online Estate Auctions at lifetime asphalt shingles sors; forklifts; machine shop www.SherwoodAuctionServiavailable. Licensed and in- tools; pallet racking; etc. Bid ceLLC.com Considering an sured builders. Quality work online now at: www.ColesAuc- auction? Contact auctioneer for 40 years! AMISH CREW. tionService.com Questions Joe Sherwood for all your auc1-810-397-3199 tion needs. 800-835-0495. 517-575-3695.

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