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Zion Community Food Pantry receives generous gift

Earl Howell of the Lyons Muir Lions Club joined Deb Hall at the new Zion Community Food Pantry location on January 25, 2023 to present her with a gift of $5,000.

The Zion Community Food Pantry recently suffered a loss during the fire on January 5, 2023 that damaged Zion United Methodist Church in Ionia where the pantry was housed. We are thankful the community has drawn together after this loss to support one another.

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

SQUABBIT HUNT - Sunday, February 5, 2023. Ionia Hunting and Fishing Club in Bertha Brock Park. Breakfast 6:30 -8am, Registration 6:30 - 10am. Fee Adult: $10 Children $5. Registration Fee includes free breakfast and Lunch. Fun for the Whole Family! Questions Call 616527-4657 (evenings)

FOR SALE - Lincoln portable gas welder, $600 or best offer or trade. 616-902-1605.

STEVEN’S LAWN CARE AND HANDYMAN SERVICE - 616902-3001.Weekends Welcome!

HELP WANTED - Part time Store help. Apply at Sid’s Flower Shop. Downtown Ionia.

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

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.

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.

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

NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - Automotive Service Technician. Call Young Chevy. 616-5274800 and ask for George.

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

Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795. Has Snowblowers in Stock Again!! Check with us for a snowblower this year. 2-stage blowers starting at $699, Single stages starting at $399. Due to shipping and trade difficulties snowblowers will be in short supply. So don’t Wait! Buy Now!

COLLECTOR BUYING trains, die-cast cars & trucks. Also cast iron cookware. Phone 616-984-2273.

STEEL ROOFS - We put steel roofs on high barns. Free estimates. John Reurink. Call 616-527-3635.

SHOPPERS GUIDE HOURS Monday - Thursday 8am to 3pm. Closed Friday -Sunday. DEADLINES ARE NOON ON THURSDAYS!!!

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

† ACKERSON Birds chirping and flitting from cattail to cattail, the rustling of maple leaves as the squirrels dig for their dinner, a family of whitetail navigate the swamp as ducks fly overhead towards the lake just off his property. Ron loved nature, hiking Isle Royale and coming face to face with a mother moose and her calf. He loved to scour the woods for morel mushrooms every spring, explore the woods with his beagles, and the trickle of maple sap as it hit the buckets of his father’s (and then his brother Larry’s) sugar bush. He enjoyed his hunting trips in which he would continually let the deer walk on by to share the thrill of the hunt with his hunting apprentices, Nick, Eric, Derek, and Tyron. Ron continually worked towards bettering his life and cared deeply about those around him. He would roar like a lion to put a smile on the faces of little ones, laugh at himself, was a patient listener and accepting of anyone. He was a compassionate individual to his core.

Ronald Earl Ackerson was born September 8, 1949, enroute to St. Lawrence Hospital in Lansing, Michigan to Allyn Jay Ackerson and Margaret Ellen Shilton. He grew up on their dairy farm in Sunfield, graduated from Portland High School in 1967 where he played football, participated in Golden Gloves boxing, and played the coronet. He retired from Gestamp Mason LLC as a tool and dye repairman in 2020.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, twin sons Jeremy and Eric, brother Larry and sisterin-law Sharon. He leaves behind his wife Cindy, children Christine Spohr (Steven), Nicholas (Sara), Nathan (Karina), and Christopher Bennett (Jennifer), grandchildren Ashley Tupper (Chad), Eric Spohr (Tonian), Dylan Spohr, Elijah, Gideon, Rayneh, Emma and Holly and great grandchildren Ali, Zoie, Harper, Evalynn, Juliette, Cayson, Kingston, and great-great grandson Rylan. He also loved his many nieces and nephews, brother John and sisters Patti Weller (Bill) Norma Russell (Grant) and Vicki Pontz (Rob Winkelman).

Ron and his wife Cindy attended Dexter Lake Church in Battle Creek and had hiked over 2000 miles on the North Country Trail with their dogs Emily and Selkie. They enjoyed attending sports and school events of their grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ron died January 23 doing something he loved, walking their 10-acre retirement property in Marshall.

Visitation 5-8 PM Friday Jan. 27,2023 at the Sunfield United Methodist Church. Celebration of Life Service 11:00 AM – Saturday Jan. 28, 2023, with visitation 10-11 AM, also at the Church.

Graveside Service 1:30 PM Saturday at the Danby Cemetery following the luncheon at the Church. Please visit a special webpage made especially for Ron, to light a candle in his memory or leave a condolence for the family. www.RosierFuneralHome.com

RANSOM

Donald Duane Ransom age 70 of Ionia passed away January 21, 2023. He was born April 16, 1952, in Ionia the son of Howard and Vivian (Snyder) Ransom. Don attended Ionia Public Schools, graduating with the class of 1971. He enlisted in the Army after graduating, serving from 1971 to 1977 honorably discharged as a Sergeant. Don worked for Ionia County as the Physical Plant Director from 1990 to 2014.

He met the love of his life Janice in 1992 and were married June 12, 2004.

Don enjoyed golfing, fishing, and going on cruise ships with his wife. Surviving is his loving wife Janice Ransom of Ionia. Daughters; Alicia (Michael) Bohn of Orleans and Nicole (Adam) Cook of Eagle. Grandchildren; Cadence Bohn, Connor Bohn, Jacob Donald Ransom and Alexis Cook. Brother Ron Ransom of Ionia. Niece Heather (John) Wenzel of Merrill. Nephew Eric Saurbek of Ionia. Sisters-inlaw Deborah Ann (Carl) Collins of Houghton Lake and Diana (Jerry) Vincent of Florida. Brother-in-law Jim Snyder of Ohio.

He was preceded in death by his parents and Sister Carol Snyder.

Funeral Services will be at the Lake Funeral Home in Ionia Monday, January 30, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be on Sunday 1-3 and 5-7 at Funeral Home. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to Ionia County Animal Shelter. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

Area Deaths

† BELEN

Timothy Harold Belen, age 81, of Westphalia, passed away Friday, January 20, 2023.

† BROCK

Harold Wesley Brock, age 86, of Lake Odessa, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023.

† CLOVER Marilyn Kay Clover, age 83, of Ionia, passed away Friday, January 20, 2023.

† HAMMOND William E. Hammond, age 79, of Belding, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023.

† MILLER Edward Leo Miller, age 84, of Ionia, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023.

† RING Richard R.Ring, age 84, of Belding, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023.

† ROSSELL John Neal Rossell,

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1326 N. State Rd., Ionia 616-527-2660

RV MOBILE REPAIRS AND SERVICE

FLAGS! FLAGS! FLAGS! We have porch pole banner flags, 3’x6’ pleated fan flags as well the standard flags for poles. Show your Pride!!

A huge thank you to Matt and the guys at Ionia Truck & Equipment Refurbish (ITER) for an exceptional job! –D&P

BRAND NEW inverted 35 ton log splitter with 4 way wedge. Will fit on front of loader tractor or skid steer with quick attach hook up. Split wood from your seat. Have $3600 invested will sell for $2600. Cash Only. 989-640-8414.

WHY BUY LOCAL? Economic Vitality! Every dollar spent at a locally owned business, returns on average, three times as much money to your community, compared to spending at big boxes or chains – a benefit we can all bank on!

TRASH REMOVAL TODAY. Garbage, brush, building materials, appliances, etc. Also 12, 15, 16 yard trash trailers for rent. (616) 527-2798.

FOR SALE - 2011 Ford Edge SEL Sport. Very little rust. 240,000 miles, but runs great! $4,500 or best offer. Call 616-644-5584.

NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - Automotive Service Technician. Call Young Chevy. 616-5274800 and ask for George. WANT ADS GET RESULTS

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

SARANAC PLUMBING - All your plumbing needs at a reasonable price! Service and Installation of Water heaters. Call me before you call anyone else! Guaranteed to satisfy you with excellent results! 616-262-9825.

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

Ionia Township Regular Board Meeting Minutes

Members present: Scheurer, Lynn, McCoy, and Pitchford Members absent: Harp Minutes approved as printed

Treasurer’s report approved as printed

Motion to pay bills on hand passed.

Ionia Public Safety report read as printed Assessor’s Report read as printed

Agreed to seek out three bids for Township Office Remodel

Motion to increase budget for Drain at Large to $24,000.00 passed.

Motion to increase budget for Legal Fees to $8,000.00 passed

Motion to use Auto Bill Pay when applicable passed

Announced the public hearing for February 13, 2023, 7:00pm for PA 425 Amendment Proposal.

Motion to move February meeting to Monday, February 13, 2023 passed.

Motion to appoint Jody Garrison to the Board of Review for 2023-2024 passed.

Motion to adjourn the meeting passed. Additional information available upon request. Sheri Lynn ~ Ionia Township Clerk

American Red Cross

January is National Volunteer

Blood Donor Month. On January 23rd, we were blessed with many volunteers at the saranac Community Church to help the American Red Cross collect 46 pints of much needed blood. Many others made sandwiches, soups, and baked yummy cookies for our donors. More than 41,000 blood donations are needed daily - yes, daily! The American Red Cross provides about 40% of those necessary donations. Special congratulations go to Donald McLaughlin who donated his first pint of blood; Julia

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

WANTED - Exercise bike for elderly person. Call Bob at 616-897-1518. I will Return your call.

Farm raised beef for sale by quarters, halves or wholes. $3/lb hanging weight plus processing costs. Custom cut. All cuts available. Call 269 838-8665.

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.

Brillhart received her 3 gallon pin; Steven Pett received his 12 gallon pin; Linda Rutz received her 15 gallon pin and Leo Rutz has donated 16 gallons of life saving blood!

Double Red Donors were Walter Ingvartsen, Edward Schwenke, Larry Bush and Shawnee Scott. We hop everyone stays safe and healthy during our Michigan winter season so even more people can sign up and donate blood at our March 20th American Red Cross Blood Drive. Every donation helps save the life of up to three people.

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

FOR SALE - Meyers Snow plow with lights. Price includes wiring harness, hand held blade control and mounting brackets to fit Chevy pickup. $2500. 517-896-5026.

Countryside Sales & Service .6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795. Power Pro log splitters in stock! 22-35 ton. Available Now! 3 year warranty! Starting at $1299. We Also rent log splitters for $50 per day!

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

The Saranac Housing Commission is Accepting applications for its waiting list.

• Rent based in Income

• Utilities are furnished

• Laundry facilities on site. Applications are in our lobby at 203 Parsonage St., Saranac MI 48881 or online at Saranachousingcommission.org

BAILEY’S SEWING MACHINE REPAIR - 4849 N. State Rd. Ionia, MI48846. 616-5220702. Hours are 9am to 5pm.Singer, Brother, Pfaff.

C & S DRYWALL- 20 years experience. Hang, finish, hand texture ceilings. Free estimates. 616-868-6140.

HELP WANTED - Part-Time Delivery driver.. Apply in person at Sid’s Flower Shop, downtown Ionia.

TICKETS!!!! We carry double roll tickets raffle tickets for $9 + tax per roll at The Shoppers Guide. Also available: Custom printed tickets! Call for a quote. 616-642-9411. 13 N. Bridge Street. Downtown Saranac.

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

DAVAL’S USED FURNITURE & ANTIQUES- 6 buildings with 15,000 sq. ft. of quality furniture, antiques and collectibles. SAVE TIME & MONEY. Shop Daval’s for the Best selection, Best Quality, Best Price. You have to see it to Believe it! We are truly a destination place and worth the drive. We buy Estates. Layaway terms available. Visa/Mastercard/Discover accepted. 2 miles West of Hastings at 2084 W. M-43 Hwy. Near Bob’s Gun and Tackle. Hours Sunday 125pm, Mon-Fri, 10am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, 269948-2463.

HAVING GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS? We can Help! Call us for service or a new install. O.C. Construction 616-291-4520 - Darrell.

WELCOME!! We are Open Monday-Friday 10am, to 4pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm. Seymour Furniture. Downtown Ionia. 616527-0630.

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Do You Still not have a good generator? What will you do when the power goes out?? We have the generator in stock for you! The size to fit your needs! The price to fit you budget! Firman Generators on Sale!! Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-6374795.

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RIVERBANK TREASURES! Tuesday-Sunday 12pm to 5pm. 436 W. Main St, Ionia . 517-5264692.

Have you had a positive experience with a local business or organization? Shout it out to all of Ionia County here! Place your 25 word maximum Shout Out by calling 616 642-9411; emailing kara.raimer@att. net; or from our website www. ioniacountyshoppersguide. com. Free of charge for a limited time. Deadline is Noon on Thursday.

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

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, snowmobiles, motorcycles, quads, golf carts and more! Call Scott 517-526-7644.

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.

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.

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

WHY BUY LOCAL? Get Greater Value! Neutral third-party surveys repeatedly show independent businesses beating their chain competitors in overall customer satisfaction.

FOR SALE - New Steel loading ramp. 6’ long.$200 or best offer.

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 or Stop down to the Ionia Barber Shop!

FOR SALE - 2011 Ford Edge SEL Sport. Very little rust. 240,000 miles, but runs great! $4,500 or best offer. Call 616-644-5584.

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Built Best Barns, Best Quality, Best Service. Now in our 25th Year! Over 4,000 Buildings in Mid-Michigan. Call for QUOTES. Licensed/Insured, 989-205-2534

RABBIT & SQUIRREL

HUNT. Sunday, February

5, 2023. Ionia Hunting and Fishing Club in Bertha Brock Park. Breakfast 6:30 -8am, Registration 6:30 - 10am. Fee Adult: $10 Children $5. Registration Fee includes free breakfast and Lunch. Fun for the Whole Family! Questions Call 616-5274657 (evenings)

Sparrow Ionia honors caregivers with DAISY &

IONIA, MI – Sparrow Ionia Hospital recently honored two caregivers and the hospital’s highly skilled surgical team for their dedication and compassionate care for patients and caregivers.

Emergency Department Nurse Lois Wilber, RN, was named DAISY Award honoree based on a patient nomination for her compassion and cheerful personality during the patient’s recent stay. Wilber has worked at Sparrow Ionia since 1981.

“Lois is a very hard-working, compassionate, and dedicated nurse,” said Sparrow Ionia Hospital Emergency Department Manager Tara Lanz, MSN, RN. “She is a true patient advocate, ensuring that we are providing the highest level of care possible. Nurses, like Lois, are hard to find and we are lucky enough to have her on our team, caring for our community.”

Sparrow Ionia Surgical caregivers received a DAISY Team Award after being nominated by a patient who indicated the team “saved my life.” The patient was scheduled for a routine gall bladder removal that became a more serious condition.

“This award recognizes the idea ‘to achieve better outcomes may start with an individual, but it takes a team to implement successfully,’” said Steve Dexter, MSN, RN, CNRN, Sparrow Ionia’s Director of Operations. “Our surgical team, without a doubt, is exemplary in regard to their quick thinking, commitment to safety, and compassionate and effective care.”

Nominated by fellow caregivers, Food and Nutrition Services caregiver Billie Jo Ostrander received the BEE Award for demonstrating exceptional care to patients and caregivers. Ostrander has worked

at Sparrow Ionia since 2014.

“Billie Jo exemplifies excellence daily as the foundation of helping others,” said Dexter. “She follows timeless principles of compassion – including honesty, integrity, and treating others with respect – to create a meaningful environment for our patients and our caregivers, every time.”

The DAISY Award is an international program that rewards and celebrates the extraordinary, compassionate, and skillful care given by nurses every day. DAISY is an acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System. The DAISY Award is a national program created in memory of J. Patrick Barnes who died in 1999 of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenia Purpura, or ITP, at age 33. His family was overwhelmed by the skillful and compassionate nurses who cared for him, and the DAISY Foundation and award were created as an expression of their gratitude.

The BEE Award recognizes excellence among the clinical support caregivers who work alongside nursing teams to deliver quality, compassionate care. BEE is an acronym for Be Exceptional Every day. Acknowledging the strength behind teamwork, the BEE Award is given in conjunction with the DAISY Award to symbolize the relationship between nursing and clinical support caregiversthe same way bees and flowers depend on one another.

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Spring Gun & Ammo Auction coming soon! We are currently preparing our next firearm auction. Selling your guns? Call John Peck directly 989-345-4866. Bringing Gun buyers & sellers together since 1979.

Real Estate, Antiques, Tools, Vehicles, Lawn & Garden items, 3-Point attachments, Polaris Ranger, Multiple online Estate and other auctions available now. Bid online at: Bid.SherwoodAuctionServiceLLC.com Call Joe Sherwood 1-800835-0495.

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Vacation Cabins for Rent in Canada. Fish for abundant walleye, perch, northern pike. Boats, motors, gasoline included. For free brochure call Hugh 1-800-426-2550. Website at www.CanadianFishing.com

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American Cancer Society Fundraiser

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

IONIA TRAVEL SOFTBALL SIGN UPS

Ionia Travel Softball Mission Statement: Promote character and skill development along with teamwork, friendship, and a passion for the game.

Practices: Start after Spring Break and will be at the high school fields.

Games: start at the end of May and will run through mid-July. Teams will play 8 double headers (4 home/4 away) and a tournament against other Lansing area communities.

Fee: $90.00 (make checks payable to: Ionia Travel Softball) which includes a jersey and a tee shirt. The players also need to supply their own black pants and solid royal blue socks and a NOCSAE approved helmet.

10U & 12U: Play out of the Mason League 14U: Play out of the Del-Hi League

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TOWNSHIP OF CAMPBELL COUNTY OF IONIA, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on January 12, 2023, the Township Board of the Township of Campbell adopted Ordinance No. 2023-01, which is a regulatory ordinance. The following are the principal terms of the ordinance:

1. TITLE. The Ordinance shall be known as the Campbell Township Large Solar Energy Systems Ordinance.

2. PURPOSE. Section 2 of the Ordinance sets forth the intent and purpose of the Ordinance, which is to promote and protect the health, safety and general welfare of the residents and property owners of the Township, provide for the annual licensing of solar energy systems; require minimum standards to protect property values and the health, safety, and welfare of Township residents, and to protect the Township’s natural resources and environment.

3. SCOPE. Section 3 of the Ordinance provides that licenses required under the Ordinance must be obtained prior to the construction, installation, operation or modification of any large solar energy system, as defined in the Ordinance. The Ordinance applies to large solar energy systems that exist on the effective date of the Ordinance and all large solar energy systems that are sought to be established after the effective date. The Ordinance shall not apply to small-scale solar energy systems, including ground or building mounted systems, which are an accessory use to residential properties.

4. DEFINITIONS. Section 4 provides definitions for the terms used throughout the Ordinance.

5. LICENSING. A person must apply for an obtain a license to operate a large solar energy system prior to maintaining or operating a large solar energy system within the Township.

6. APPLICATION. Section 6 of the Ordinance provides requirements for applications for licenses, including describing the information and materials required to be submitted with the application and the submission of an annual license fee of $100. It also provides that an application must be accompanied by an escrow, in an amount established by the township Board, for the purpose of defraying the Township’s costs in reviewing an application for a license. Any unused portion of the escrow shall be refunded to the applicant after Township review of the application is completed. Section 6 also provides that applications for renewal of an existing license must be submitted to the Township Clerk no later than 60 days prior to the expiration date of the license and a renewal application shall be submitted with the annual license fee of $100 and an escrow payment.

7. SEPARATE LICENSES. A person must submit a separate application for a license for each location in the Township where that person proposes to maintain or operate a large solar energy system.

8. EXPIRATION OF LICENSES. Licenses granted under the Ordinance expire one year from the date of issuance.

9. APPROVAL/OPERATIONAL STANDARDS.

Section 9 of the Ordinance provides operational regulations for the operation of large scale solar energy systems, including requiring compliance with the State of Michigan Building code and the National Electric Safety Code, providing height restrictions, setback requirements, lot size requirements, requiring components of solar arrays to be certified and approved, providing fencing requirements, screening requirements, ground cover requirements, glare standards, access drives, wiring and transmission locations, lighting requirements, noise restrictions, maintenance and repair standards, and requiring large scale solar energy systems to comply with all applicable federal, state, and county requirements and other Township ordinances.

10. ABANDONMENT AND DECOMMISSIONING.

Section 10 of the Ordinance requires applicants and current owners or operators to decommission and removal a large solar energy system following the operational life of the project. It provides that decommissioning includes removal of all structures, concrete, piping, facilities, and other project-related materials above grade and up to three (3) feet below-grade, which shall be removed offsite for disposal. It also provides that any solar array that is not operated for a continuous period of twelve (12) months shall be considered abandoned and must be removed. Applicants or current owners or operators are required to provide

written notice to the Township clerk after thirty (30) days of continuous non-operation. Section 10 also provides that the ground must be restored within a three hundred and sixty-five (365) days of abandonment or decommissioning.

11. INSPECTION. The Township Supervisor or his or her designee is permitted to inspect a premises under consideration for licensing or license renewal, and after the inspection the Township Supervisor or his or her designee shall prepare a written report on the extent of compliance or noncompliance with the Ordinance, which will be forwarded to the Township Board. Section 11 also provides that licensees must permit the Township Supervisor and/or his or her designee to inspect a licensed premises upon reasonable prior notice.

12. TOWNSHIP BOARD REVIEW. Section 12 of the Ordinance provides license application evaluation procedures and standards for the review of applications, including whether the location, use or nature would be in conflict with prevailing land uses in the area, whether the operation would result in serious adverse effects upon adjacent or nearby properties, whether the operation would discourage or hinder development and use of adjacent or nearby properties, whether the operation would create a traffic problem or hazard, and any other factors relevant to the health, safety and welfare of the Township and adjoining and nearby property owners.

13. ISSUANCE OF LICENSES. Section 13 provides that after a Township Board has determined to grant a license and the Township Treasurer has received the necessary license fee and escrow, the Township Clerk will issue a large solar energy system license to the applicant. It also provides that all licenses shall be recorded by the Township Clerk. Section 13 also provides that the Township Board may impose terms and conditions in the license if the Board determines they are necessary to assure compliance with the Ordinance, to assure the purpose and intent of the Ordinance is observed, to protect the health, safety and welfare of Township residents, or to protect natural resources.

14. LICENSE SUSPENSION OR REVOCATION. Section 14 of the Ordinance provides the procedures and grounds for denying a license application or revoking a license and the appeal rights of applications and licensees.

15. PENALTIES/ENFORCEMENT. Violation of the Ordinance is a municipal civil infraction for which the fine is $500 for a first violation, and at least $1000 but not more than $2,500 for subsequent offenses. The Ordinance provides that a “subsequent offense” is a violation committed by the same person or on the same property within one year of a previous violation of the Ordinance, but offenses committed on subsequent days within a period of one week following the issuance of a citation for a first offense will be considered separate first offenses. Each day that a violation occurs constitutes a separate offense. It also provides that a violation of the Ordinance is a nuisance per se and the Township may also seek injunctive relief against the violator.

16. SEVERABILITY. The Ordinance is severable, and if any part of the Ordinance is declared to be unconstitutional, invalid, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions of the Ordinance will remain valid and enforceable.

17. REPEAL AND EFFECTIVE DATE. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the Ordinance are repealed to the extent of such conflict. The Ordinance shall become effective thirty days following this publication.

The text of the amending ordinance is on file and may be examined at the offices of the Campbell Township Clerk, 331 S. Main Street, Clarksville, during Township office hours.

Dated: January 23, 2023

TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CAMPBELL

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AUCTION

Saturday, February 4

TWO AUCTION RINGS RUNNING MOST OF THE DAY. After 49 years of our family owned motorsport auctions, this will be the last motorsport auction. We have sold the real estate and buildings. THANK YOU ALL for 49 years of business and friendship, from all the White Star auction crew!!! We will miss you ! $50 cash buyer drawing at 8:30 am. 8:30 am auction starts INSIDE on motorsport accessories & parts-tools-sports items and more. At 10 am a second auction starts OUTSIDE on trailers, watercraft, lawn equipment, cars, trucks, and more. DRESS FOR THE WEATHER. Then selling INSIDE heated building after outside items are sold: (Between 11am & noon start) on snowmobiles, atv’s, utv’s, go carts, golf carts, bikes, and more!

---YOU CAN SELL---YOU CAN BUY--BUYER’S FROM 4 STATES AND CANADA

*NOTE: WE ARE FULL OF SMALLER ITEMS LIKE PARTS, ACCESSORIES, CLOTHING, AND TOOLS AND CAN’T ACCEPT ANY MORE FOR THIS AUCTION. WE HAVE PLENTY OF ROOM FOR ACCEPTING SNOWMOBILES, ATV’S UTVS, TRAILERS, GOLF CARTS, WATERCRAFT,

SHILOH JUNCTION HAY AUCTION

8049 N State Rd, Orleans MI 616-902-7822

Saturday Sales Starts 10am Sharp Rain or Shine

Prices are Per Item for Auction held on 1/21/23

First Cutting-Small Squares 607 Bales $1.00 to $3.25, Rounds 77 Bale $12.50 to $27.50,Rounds Baleage 22 Bales $20.00 to $30.00.Second Cutting-Small Squares 159 Bales $2.50 to $5.50,Rounds 24 Bales $32.50 to $40.00, Rounds Baleage 24 Bales $30.00 to $35.00. Third Cutting- Small Squares 254 Bales $2.75 to $6.25. Fourth Cutting-Small Squares 15 Bales $5.50. Straw-Small Squares 219 Bales $3.75 to $5.50, Rounds 12 Bales $37.50.Misc.-Oats 9 Bags $10.00 to $11.00,Ear Corn 6 Bags $9.00 to $10.00,Wheat Screenings 4 Bags $8.00,Shelled Corn 2 Bags $12.00,Eggs 20 Dozen $4.00,Duck Eggs 4 Dozen $3.00,Honey 5 Qts $12.00, Firewood-14 FC Firewood $10.00 to $62.50,1 Firewood Trailer $245.00.Animals-17 Chickens $6.50 to $7.25,9 Rabbit $2.00 to $5.00,5 Feeder Pigs $52.50, Rough Sawn Lumber-Hard Maple 161 BF $100.00,Hickory 27 BF $32.50, Hickory 30 BF 35.00,Live Edge Cherry $40.00, Pine 75 BF $37.50,Pine 86 BF $52.50, Red Oak 24 BF $27.50,Red Oak 56 BF $65.00, Soft Maple 32 BF $10.00,Sugar Maple 46 BF $32.50, Hay Auction Every Saturday at 10am Sharp!

Thank you to all our buyers and sellers!

See everyone Saturday

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STANTON’S AUCTIONEERS FIREARM AUCTION ACCEPTING CONSIGNMENTS FOR THE FRIDAY, MARCH 17TH AUCTION

We presently are accepting consignments, & Estate accumulations of modern and antique long and handguns of all types. Whether you have one piece, or an entire collection feel free to contact us to discuss including your items in our next sales scheduled for FRIDAY, MARCH 17, 2023. To be held at the Barry County Fairgrounds, Hastings, Michigan. In addition to the firearms our auctions begin with the sale of ammunition, & related Sporting items. There is also a strong market for swords, Civil War memorabilia, Nazi items, Military, Indian artifacts, and more.

Our ATF license allows us to handle the sales of all types of firearms (long & handguns), Call Steven E. Stanton, 517-331-8150, Email - stevenEstanton@gmail.com or Michael C. Bleisch, 517-231-0868, Email – mcbleisch@gmail.com. Free pickup on collections we travel across Michigan the country gathering collections for our auctions.

– IONIA –

FEBRUARY 2 – FREE COMMUNITY SOUP KITCHEN DINER 6:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 105 E Main.

FEBRUARY 5 – 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. at the Clubhouse. Registration fee: $10 adults; $5 children.

Questions: 527-4657 (evenings).

FEBRUARY 27 – LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Learn what your state senators and representatives are working on. Local county, city and township commissioners and officials also attend. West Michigan Works, 603 W Adams St. 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

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, 721 Elmwood Drive (behind the church) is open on the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. No ID needed. Accepting slightly used clothing for those in need. 616 527-6465 for info.

TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY – IMMUNIZATION WALK-IN

CLINIC 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3. COVID vaccines available.

TUESDAY – MOBILE ZION FOOD PANTRY Second Tuesday each month, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at Rather School on Tuttle Road, in front of the football field. 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 – IMMUNIZATION CLINIC 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3. TB test done Tuesday and Wednesday Only. Have to return in 48 to 72 hours to get the results.

WEDNESDAY – COMMUNITY DRAWERS Third Wednesday each month from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Ionia First UMC, 105 E Main Street. Personal care items for those in need in our community.

WEDNESDAY – ZION FOOD PANTRY ***NEW LOCATION*** First Christian Church, 130 E Washington. 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.

THURSDAY – AL-ANON MEETINGS 7:00 p.m., Now on Zoom! Call Sandi at 616 255-3751 or Joy at 616 901-7779 for more info.

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

– LAKE ODESSA –

FEBRUARY 1 – FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! Registration is appreciated. Call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page.

FEBRUARY 2 – STUFF A HEART PILLOW 4:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Ages 5-12. Registration is required! Call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page.

FEBRUARY 7 – GLASS BOTTLE ETCHING Between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Ages 12 and up. Register in person to choose your project. Call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page.

FEBRUARY 8 – FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! Registration is appreciated. Call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page.

FEBRUARY 9 – CHOCOLATE FEVER 4:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Ages 9-18. Registration Required! Call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page.

FEBRUARY 11 – IONIA COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY MEETING

1:00 pm at the Freight House Museum, 1117 Emerson Street. Sanborn Maps - Land ownership tool. Presenter: Adam Oster, Librarian; Library of

Portland Library Lines

It’s that time of year again . . . tax time! The library has a long history of providing free forms for federal, state, and city taxes, which we are happy to do. Thus far we have gotten City of Portland forms and booklets, MI 1040 forms, booklets, and Schedule 1, and federal 1040 forms and booklets. As always, we will be happy to help you find the forms you need online and print them out for 15 cents per page.

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 11. Sign up as a group of 2-4 puzzlers, or as an individual to

Michigan. Public Welcome.

FEBRUARY 15 – FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! Registration is appreciated. Call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page.

FEBRUARY 16 – HOME-BASED EDUCATION PROGRAM 1:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. All students welcome. Come learn about our Cardiovascular System! Registration is required. Call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page.

FEBRUARY 21 – STEM WITH MR. MIKE 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Teams design and develop an aquatic flotation device. Are you up for the Float or Flounder Challenge? Registration required! Call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page.

FEBRUARY 22 – FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! Registration is appreciated. Call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page.

MONDAY – BINGO 1st & 3rd Mondays. Games start at 6:00 p.m., VFW Post, 3600 W. Tupper Lake Road. Doors open at 4:30. Questions: 616 374-7075.

MONDAY & THURSDAY – AA MEETING 7:00 p.m. at St. Edwards Church, W M-50 Highway. For more information call Robert at 616 902-9001.

TUESDAY – BABY QUILTS FOR THE BABIES at the Spectrum Pennock Hospital Nursery. The First Congregational Church of Lake Odessa, 767 Fourth Avenue, the first Tuesday of each month at 11:00 a.m. For more information call Judy Graham at (616) 374-8753.

THURSDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Lakewood United Methodist Church, 10265 Brown Road (M-50). We're great listeners; everything said at our meetings is held in confidence; we can help you regain your serenity! Call 616 575-8000 for information.

–LYONS/MUIR –

THROUGH MARCH 3 – WINTER READING PROGRAM All participants who complete the Lyons Township District Library's winter BINGO challenge before March 3rd will earn a library mug. Sign-ups begin January 3rd.

JANUARY 31 – SIP & READ BOOK CLUB 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow readers for a discussion of The Glass Woman by Caroline Lea. Tea, coffee, snacks, and a limited number of paperback copies of the book provided.

JANUARY 31 – GAME NIGHT Join us at the Lyons Township District Library after school to play board games, LEGOs, Roblox, and more!

FEBRUARY 2 – WRITERS GROUP 10:00 a.m. to Noon at the Lyons Township District Library. Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

FEBRUARY 2 – EVENING STORYTIME 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. Stories and songs designed to develop early literacy skills at the Lyons Township District Library.

FEBRUARY 4 – BOOK LOVERS BINGO 11:00 a.m. to Noon at the Lyons Township District Library. Play Bingo for a chance to win bookish goodies.

FEBRUARY 4 – GAME NIGHT Join us at the Lyons Township District Library after school to play board games, LEGOs, Roblox, and more!

FEBRUARY 7-11 – TAKE & MAKE CRAFT: LITERARY MAGNETS

All the materials you need to create cute literary-themed magnets will be provided for you to enjoy this fun craft at home. Stop by the Lyons Township District Library.

FEBRUARY 8 – STORYTIME 11:30 a.m. to Noon. Stories and songs designed to develop early literacy skills at the Lyons Township District Library.

FEBRUARY 9 – WRITERS GROUP 10:00 a.m. to Noon at the Lyons Township District Library. Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

FEBRUARY 9 – KIDS CRAFT NIGHT 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Supplies provided.

FEBRUARY 11 – BOOK LOVERS BINGO 11:00 a.m. to Noon at the Lyons Township District Library. Play Bingo for a chance to win bookish goodies.

FEBRUARY 14 – GAME NIGHT Join us at the Lyons Township District Library after school to play board games, LEGOs, Roblox, and more!

FEBRUARY 16 – WRITERS GROUP 10:00 a.m. to Noon at the Lyons Township District Library. Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

FEBRUARY 16 – EVENING STORYTIME 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. Stories and songs designed to develop early literacy skills at the Lyons Township

be placed in a group. Puzzle solving starts at 11:00 a.m. and goes until 3:00 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

Doodle, Draw, & Design

Practice design and engineering concepts with our new 3Doodler skills class.

Doodle, Draw, & Design, for teens ages 13-18, has them learning how to use our 3D printing pens. This is a twopart program taking place Tuesday, February 7 and 21 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Start with the basics and work your way up to creating structures and designs of all shapes and sizes! Registration is required, so make sure to call us at 517-647-6981 to snag your

spot before they are gone.

Barks for Books

Our favorite furry friend Dixie will be at the library again this winter cheering on our young readers during Barks for Books! Sign-up for a 15-minute time slot, Thursday, February 23 from 5:00-6:30 pm. Readers, ages 6-12, will be able to practice reading aloud to a therapy trained dog which helps improve their communication skills while also building self-confidence. Patrons must pre-register by calling 517-647-6981 and be on time for their scheduled slot!

Ready, Set, Game!

Looking for something fun to do after school? Sign up for Ready, Set, Game! taking place on Wednesday, February 22 from 3:00-4:30 p.m. This is our new gaming program for patrons ages 8-14 where we’ll be pulling

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FEBRUARY 21 – GAME NIGHT Join us at the Lyons Township District Library after school to play board games, LEGOs, Roblox, and more!

FEBRUARY 22 – STORYTIME 11:30 a.m. to Noon. Stories and songs designed to develop early literacy skills at the Lyons Township District Library.

FEBRUARY 23 – WRITERS GROUP 10:00 a.m. to Noon at the Lyons Township District Library. Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

FEBRUARY 28 – SIP & READ BOOK CLUB 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow readers for a discussion of The Glass Woman by Caroline Lea. Tea, coffee, snacks, and a limited number of paperback copies of the book provided.

FEBRUARY 28 – GAME NIGHT Join us at the Lyons Township District Library after school to play board games, LEGOs, Roblox, and more!

THURSDAY – POINT THE WAY at First Christian Church, 138 W Garden Street, Muir from 3:30 too 5:30 p.m. K-12 youth welcome for this free event through June 8, 2023.

– PORTLAND –

FEBRUARY 1 – EUCHRE 1:00 p.m. at Knights Hall, 690 Maynard Road. For more information, call/text 517-647-2225.

FEBRUARY 5 – BINGO 1:00 p.m. at Knights Hall, 690 Maynard Road. For more information, call/text 517-647-2225.

FEBRUARY 15 – EUCHRE 1:00 p.m. at Knights Hall, 690 Maynard Road. For more information, call/text 517-647-2225.

FEBRUARY 19 – BINGO 1:00 p.m. at Knights Hall, 690 Maynard Road. For more information, call/text 517-647-2225.

MARCH 1 – EUCHRE 1:00 p.m. at Knights Hall, 690 Maynard Road. For more information, call/text 517-647-2225.

MARCH 5 – BINGO 1:00 p.m. at Knights Hall, 690 Maynard Road. For more information, call/text 517-647-2225.

MARCH 15 – EUCHRE 1:00 p.m. at Knights Hall, 690 Maynard Road. For more information, call/text 517-647-2225.

MARCH 19 – BINGO 1:00 p.m. at Knights Hall, 690 Maynard Road. For more information, call/text 517-647-2225.

APRIL 5 – EUCHRE 1:00 p.m. at Knights Hall, 690 Maynard Road. For more information, call/text 517-647-2225.

MONDAY – PORTLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Portland United Methodist Church, 310 E Bridge Street. Open 9:00 to Noon. All of Portland School District eligible.

MONDAY – DALE E. HYLAND AMERICAN LEGION POST 129 meets the second Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Portland VFW on 1324 E Bridge Street.

MONDAY – BINGO at 6:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

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

WEDNESDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the First Congregational Church, 421 East Bridge Street in the Fellowship Hall. We're great listeners; everything said at our meetings is held in confidence; we can help you regain your serenity! Call 616 575-8000 for information.

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 616-902-7237.

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IONIA, MI – Sparrow Ionia Hospital has named two local business leaders to its Board of Directors, which governs the hospital and works closely with senior leadership.

Joining the Sparrow Ionia Board are Amy Herbruck, public and community relations manager, Herbruck’s Poultry Ranch, and Brian Talbot, senior vice president, mortgage sales supervisor, Mercantile Bank.

Besides her work for one of the area’s best-known companies, Herbruck is active in the community, serving as a board member for Ionia Area Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club of Ionia. She volunteers in fostering and animal rescue. Herbruck and her husband, Mike, live in Saranac with their dog, Rudy, and cat, Woody.

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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.

NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - Automotive Service Technician. Call Young Chevy. 616-5274800 and ask for George.

portant function in representing the interests of the community and ensuring we adhere to our mission of improving the health of the region.

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

Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795. Has

Snowblowers in Stock Again!!

Check with us for a snowblower this year. 2-stage blowers starting at $699, Single stages starting at $399. Due to shipping and trade difficulties snowblowers will be in short supply. So don’t Wait! Buy Now!

COLLECTOR BUYING trains, die-cast cars & trucks. Also cast iron cookware. Phone 616-984-2273.

STEEL ROOFS - We put steel roofs on high barns. Free estimates. John Reurink. Call 616-527-3635.

SHOPPERS GUIDE HOURS

Monday - Thursday 8am to 3pm. Closed Friday -Sunday. DEADLINES ARE NOON ON THURSDAYS!!!

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

COLD WEATHER IS COMING! Do you have your wood cut? EFCO chainsaws with all your supplies in Stock! 16” EFCO saw with 2 years warranty for only $199. Buy a 20” Chainsaw for $259 receive a free carry case with each saw purchase! Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-6374795

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

Rejoice In The Lord always: and again I say Rejoice. Philippians 4:4

BRAND NEW inverted 35 ton log splitter with 4 way wedge. Will fit on front of loader tractor or skid steer with quick attach hook up. Split wood from your seat. Have $3600 invested will sell for $2600. Cash Only. 989-640-8414.

WHY BUY LOCAL? Economic Vitality! Every dollar spent at a locally owned business, returns on average, three times as much money to your community, compared to spending at big boxes or chains – a benefit we can all bank on!

TRASH REMOVAL TODAY. Garbage, brush, building materials, appliances, etc. Also 12, 15, 16 yard trash trailers for rent. (616) 527-2798.

HELP WANTED - Part time Store help. Apply at Sid’s Flower Shop. Downtown Ionia.

FLAGS! FLAGS! FLAGS! We have porch pole banner flags, 3’x6’ pleated fan flags as well the standard flags for poles. Show your Pride!!

FOR SALE - 2011 Ford Edge SEL Sport. Very little rust. 240,000 miles, but runs great! $4,500 or best offer. Call 616-644-5584.

NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - Automotive Service Technician. Call Young Chevy. 616-5274800 and ask for George.

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

SQUABBIT HUNT - Sunday, February 5, 2023. Ionia Hunting and Fishing Club in Bertha Brock Park. Breakfast 6:30 -8am, Registration 6:30 - 10am. Fee Adult: $10 Children $5. Registration Fee includes free breakfast and Lunch. Fun for the Whole Family! Questions Call 616527-4657 (evenings)