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– OBITUARIES – † ANTHONY On January 2nd, 2024, Mark Poole Anthony Sr. went to join his Heavenly Father. Mark was born December 28, 1953 the son of Lawrence and Margaret Anthony. He graduated from Portland High School class of 1972. Mark retired from General Motors at the age of 48 after 30 years of loyal service. Though he never served in the Armed Forces he was a strong Patriot and loved his country. Mark had the utmost respect for those who did serve. He enjoyed volunteering at several different American Legions and VFW posts in both Michigan and Florida. One wall in his garage serves as a tribute to the different branches of service. He would always refer to it as the “Honor Wall”. He loved the Michigan Wolverines. GO BLUE! He was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed shooting pool. Mark had a huge heart. He had unconditional love for all of his kids, Grand kids, Nieces and Nephews, Brothers, and Sisters. He rarely spoke ill of anyone and always wished everyone well. Preceded in death by his parents Lawrence and Margaret Anthony, Siblings Marilyn Hinds, Midge Rowe, LaVonne Sines, Florence Ingraham and Brother-in-law Coy Marshall. Daughters Jessica Webb and Julianne Town, Son-in-law Chris LyVere and Grandson Robert Town. Survived by his best friend and loving wife Dianne Anthony of Westphalia. Brothers Lawrence (Vicki) Anthony of Portland, Matt (Joanne) Anthony of Portland, and Sister Leona Jane Marshall of Portland. Children Amy Anthony (James Wheeler) of Portland, Mark Anthony of Six Lakes, Shawn (Pam) Anthony of Grand Ledge, Roman (Pennie) Schafer of Lyons, Cari LyVere of Lyons, Deanne Schafer Fell of Westphalia, John (Nicole) Schafer of Ionia, Angi Schafer (Darvin Cook) of Vestaburg, Marci (Jim) Levering of Lake Odessa. Also survived by 31 Grandchildren; 26 Super Grandchildren and 3 Super Duper Grandchildren and countless Nieces and Nephews. The Memorial Service was conducted by Pastor Jimmy Guffey at 11:30 a.m., Friday, January 12, 2024 at the Church of the Nazarene, 9466 Cutler Rd., Portland. The family received friends at 10:30 a.m. before the service. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the family to help with medical expenses. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com. † COOK Linda Marie Cook age 77 of Ionia passed away at a hospice house in Florida on January 5, 2024 surrounded by her daughter and youngest sister. She was born May 26, 1946 in Ionia. Linda loved to bowl, playing on 4 different leagues in Florida. She will be missed deeply and was loved by many. Linda spent summers in Michigan where she would ride her golf cart around on her property stopping by the swamp and watching geese and other animals pass by. She goes on to meet her husband Lee, son Bruce, two unborn children, her parents Howard and Eunice Brooks, her sister Christy and her many pets. Linda is survived by her children; Lisa (Bill) Tompkins of Ionia, Curtis (Daisy) Cook of Orleans, George (Amy) Cook of Lowell. Grandchildren; Christopher (Caroline) Tompkins, Mickel Tompkins, Trenton (Megan) Cook, Amber Cook, Lexi Cook and Liberty Cook. Great grandchildren; Aaron and Violet. Siblings; Janet Brooks, Joe Brooks, Jimmie Brooks, Cathy Harness and Nancy Prebble. Many special friends and family. Cremation has taken place and Graveside services will be at Tuttle Cemetery, Sunday, May 26th at 11:00 a.m. with an Ice Cream Social to follow at the Old Stone Porch from Noon until 4. Local arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com
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† SPITZLEY Dennis William Spitzley, 81, of Ionia,
peacefully departed this world on January 20, 2024, surrounded by his beloved family. Dennis was born on June 19, 1942, in Portland, Michigan, to William and Katherine (Shepard) Spitzley. He embarked on his life’s journey after graduating from Ss. Peter & Paul High School in 1960. On August 29, 1964, he married the love of his life, Delores Patrick, and together they shared nearly 60 years of companionship and love. A devoted member of Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus, Dennis served as the chairman of numerous Tootsie Roll drives, exemplifying his commitment to his community and faith. He was known for his unwavering strength in his Catholic faith and lived his life as a quiet man with the biggest, most generous heart. Dennis dedicated 35 years of his professional life to General Motors, where he served as a supervisor. He retired on July 1, 1999, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and dedication. In his free time, Dennis found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He enjoyed fishing expeditions to Canada with “the guys”, spending time at deer camp with his brother, and playing cards. One of his favorite places was the camping seasonal at School Section Lake in Remus, where lasting friendships were made over many decades. Dennis’ greatest love was undeniably his wife and his family. His grandchildren fondly referred to him as “Papa” and sought his guidance for life advice, his renowned venison recipe, and memorable card games. Above all, they cherished the love he gave to each and every one of them. Preceding Dennis in death are his parents, William and Katherine Spitzley; brother, Frank Spitzley; in-laws, Barb Patrick, Shelva Smith, Jewel Ritenburg, and Dorothy Risner. Left to cherish Dennis’ legacy are his wife, Delores Spitzley; daughters, Julie (Scott Ralston) Ackerson of Ionia and Sherri (Tony) Dixon of Portland; sons, Mark (Alisha Keasey) Spitzley of Ionia, Scott (Jamie) Cameron of Ionia, and Doug Cameron of Wayland; 16 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; brother, Larry (Pam) Spitzley of Ionia; sisters, Susan Hogan of Grand Rapids, Pat (Tom) Reinhardt of Ionia, Mary (Kevin) Walsh of Rockford, and Phyllis (Dan) Richardson of Grand Rapids; and in-laws, Don Patrick of Ionia, Lawrence (Shirley) Patrick of Clarksville, and JoAnne Ervin of Ionia. Friends and family were invited to pay their respects on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 from 3-7 p.m. with the rosary was prayed at 6:30 p.m. at the Lehman Funeral Home, 220 Rich Street, Ionia. The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated by Fr. Tom Brown on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. at Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Ionia. A luncheon will follow at the Ss. Peter & Paul Apostles Hall. Private family committal will take place. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.
† WHITE Gary Edward White age 76 of Ionia passed away
January 20, 2024. He was born April 17, 1947 in Lakeview, Michigan the son of Charles and Elsie (Richards) White. Gary worked as a State Trooper in his younger years and would later move on to Fisher Body where he worked as a mechanic. Upon retirement he worked at Felice Automotive. Gary loved working on and collecting cars. Surviving are his Daughters; Jayne White and Phil Miller of Pewamo, Amy (Michael) Maxwell of Ionia and Kelli (Joseph) Marsh of Lowell. Grandchildren; Dustin Mason, Alex Mason, Jesse Mason, Molly Mason, Adam (Kaitlynn) Maxwell, Amanda (Colton) Barna, Emily (Luke) Helmstetter, Jeremiah Maxwell, Natasha Marsh, Tatiana Marsh, Ivy Marsh and Roman Marsh. Great grandchildren; Melanie Mason, Avery Mason, Ember Mason, Anna Maxwell, Brittney Maxwell, Dylan Maxwell and Charlotte Barna. Brothers; Dale (Judy) White and Richard (Barbara) White. Sister Phyllis White-Hatt. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial Services will be at the Lyons Baptist Church Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Jon Cashner officiating. Family will be at the church by 10:00 † HAGADUS David Michael Hagadus, age 51, of a.m., to greet visitors. Interment will take place in the Spring at Entrican Cemetery. ArIonia, passed away at home on January 22, 2024, under rangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Online condolences may be made at the loving care of his family and Corewell Health Hospice. www.lakefuneralhomes.com He was born on September 2, 1972, in Greenville, the son † MCKINLEY † SPITZLEY of Mary (Cole) and Gary Brail. Robert Lee McKinley, age 91, Lucas Robert Spitzley, age 1 David enjoyed playing video games, music, and singing in formerly of Ionia, passed away day, of Westphalia, passed away † BROWN his band, Project Apocalypse. He was a big hockey fan and Patricia June Brown, age 90, of Sunday, January 7, 2024. Tuesday, January 16, 2024. enjoyed watching the Detroit RedWings play. He worked for † MOYER Belding, passed away Monday, † STEFFES-GLASSLEE a few years at Indian Summer making juice and cider, before John Leon Moyer, age 95, of January 22, 2024. Nancy Darlene Steffes-Glasslee, Portland, passed away Tuesday, his health forced him to retire. age 83, formerly of Ionia, passed January 16, 2024. † CLAYCOMB He is loved and survived by his mother, his life partner; away Wednesday, January 3, Jane Shattuck, his sisters; Angie (Andy) Madura of Wyoming, MI, Pamela Born of Florida, Bryant Allen Claycomb, age 45, † PARK 2024. Christina Hagadus of Texas, along with many other extended family and friends. David of Orleans, passed away Friday, Ok-Sook Park, age 62, of Port† STRONG land, passed away Thursday, was preceded in death by his father, and his brother, Lee Jourdan. January 19, 2024. Barbara Lynne Stong, age 72, January 18,2024. Funeral services for David will be held on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at Noon, at of Lake Odessa, passed away † COMBS † SOULES Johnson Feuerstein Funeral Home, 203 S. Pleasant St, Belding, with pastor Jennifer Lien Saturday, January 20, 2024. Caroline Combs, age 80, of Tammy Sue Soules, age 56, of from Center Street Free Methodist Church presiding. Visitation will be one hour prior to Ionia, passed away Monday, Belding, passed away Sunday, the service, at the funeral home. January 22, 2024. January 21, 2024. Memorial contributions in memory of David may be directed to the needs of the family. Family Owned & Operated • A Third Generation Funeral Home • Serving Ionia County Since 1977 Favorite memories and messages of condolence may be shared at www.jffh.com.
Area Deaths
† RUNION Christine Runion, age 57, of Hubbardston, Michigan, passed away on January 17th, 2024. Christine was born March 31st, 1966 to Michael and Carolyn (Hiner) Evans. She was an incredible wife, mother, and friend whose kindness radiated in all that she did for others, human and animal alike. She is survived by her husband, Michael Runion; her daughters Erica (Justin) Hudson and Devin Haeck (fiancé Joshua Delapaz); Grandchildren Damon, Zahra, and Sacred; as well as her siblings and many nieces & nephews. She was preceded in death by both of her parents. There will be no service at this time, but rather a celebration of life to be announced at a later date in the spring. If you would like to make a memorial donation in her name, you may do so to any of your local animal shelters or wildlife rehabilitation centers, as caring for any and all animals was a cause that was very important to her. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home of Ionia. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com.
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The weather wasn’t the best for our January 22, 2024 American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Saranac Community Church, but our donors were! We were able to collect 40 pints of blood - a big thanks to all of you! The donors enjoyed much needed water, juices, snacks, cookies, sandwiches and Cheryl’s yummy soups to replace their life saving blood. Barbara Hotchkiss earned her 5 gallon pin - that means 40 trips to the blood drives and donating 40 pints of blood! Thanks, Barbara and Greg! Robert Rossow, Bruce Chadwick, Justin Kessler and Sharon Darby were Double Red Donors. Our next American Red Cross Blood Drive will be March 25. We hope you all stay healthy and sign up to donate some of your life saving blood.
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Ionia County Fishing & Hunting Club in Bertha Brock Park, On M-21 Fun for the whole family! Breakfast at the Clubhouse 6:30 - 8:00 am Registration at the Clubhouse 6:30 - 10:00 am Registration Fee: Adults $10 Children $5 (Registration Fee Includes Breakfast & Lunch)
ESTATE AUCTION – NICE. Saturday, February 3 at 10AM. Located at 875 E. Sager Road, Hastings, Michigan. From Hastings, take M-37 south 2 miles to E. Sager Road, right to sale. Horse trailer: Sundance Diamond Sport 18’; Tractor: 504 International with loader; Mower: Ariens 52 zero turn; Horse items; Farm equipment; Tools; Antiques & Collectibles; household. Go to www.auctionzip.com#23371 for more! Kendall Tobias, Auctioneer 1-269-945-5016/cell 1-269-366-5415.
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SQUABBIT HUNT - Sunday, February 4, 2024. Ionia Hunting and Fishing Club. Registration :$10 Adults, $5 kids; Includes Breakfast and Lunch. Breakfast 6:30 to 8:30 am , Registration 6:30 to 10 am at the Club house. Check in Deadline 3pm.Senior and Junior Divisions. Prizes, Food, Fun! Questions Call 616-527-4657 (evenings) 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. Call for a Free Insurance Quote or Review… Becky Wagner, All Seasons Insurance 989-584-3155.
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Grab a book, a blanket, and get comfy in your favorite reading spot because Portland District Library’s Winter Reading Program returns on Saturday, December 23. Get everyone in the family reading; 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 from the library 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). Program will run until Saturday, February 3.
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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 sixth jigsaw puzzle contest on Saturday, February 17. Sign up as a group of 2-4 puzzlers, or as
an individual to 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 BATTLE OF THE BOOKS Ionia County’s Battle of the Books is BACK and we are so excited for this year’s program! Registration open now for students in 4th & 5th grade. Sign up your team of 4, or sign up individually – each team must be led by an adult or teen team leader. Read all 3 battle books, attend spirit nights at the library, and be one of the best at answering book trivia questions to take your team to the final battle between the Ionia County libraries on Thursday, April 25. Information and registration sheets can be picked up at the Youth Desk and must be completed no later than Saturday, February 10. Read books. Have fun. Win prizes!
LEGO LAB No need to worry about finding something to do on a blustery winter Saturday morning! LEGO Lab is back and ready for all the brick-building you can handle. We provide you with the materials, you bring your engineering skills and imagination. Build what you want, how you want, during this hour-long program where we let you experiment with all sorts of brick combinations. Build a bridge, construct a tower, or draw a card to challenge yourself! This program will take place on Saturday, February 3 at 10:00 a.m. Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration is required and limited to 10 patrons.
TEEN LOCK-IN Teens, you have the power to rule the library after hours! During Portland District Library’s Teen Lock-In on Saturday, February 24, teens will have the opportunity to eat pizza, play games, create crafts, and win prizes. The program will run from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Space is limited to 30 teens, ages 13-18. Call the library at 517647-6981 or stop down at the Youth Desk to register. What are you waiting for?
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TUESDAY – AA MEETING Every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at Clarksville Bible Church, 191 S Main Street.
– IONIA –
FEBRUARY 4 – 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: 5274657 (evenings). MONDAY – IMMUNIZATION WALK-IN CLINIC 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3. WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY – PREGNANCY SERVICES OF IONIA COUNTY FREE pregnancy tests, educational classes on pregnancy, newborn care, and parenting, free boutique with essentials for maternity, preemie/newborn to 4T, diapers and formula, Positive Solutions • Informed Choices, 330 Lovell Street, Ionia. Online scheduling available. www. PSICionia.org (616) 755-6077 (voice/text) MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY – FOOD PANTRY Illuminate Church food pantry, 83 E Tuttle (behind Ken's Market) is open Monday from Noon to 3:00 p.m., and Wednesday and Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Contact info 616 522-7335. 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 – IMMUNIZATION WALK-IN CLINIC 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3. TUESDAY – MOBILE ZION FOOD PANTRY Second Tuesday each month, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the Ionia Fairgrounds. 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 5:00 p.m. and 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. 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 First Christian Church, 130 E Washington. 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. THURSDAY – IMMUNIZATION WALK-IN CLINIC 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3. THURSDAY – THURSDAY DINER (Soup Kitchen) 6:00 p.m. at its new location, 105 E Main Street. 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. 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.
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JANUARY 27 – YOGA WITH LINDA KIMMEL at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Saturdays in January at 9:00 a.m. Beginners welcome! Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. JANUARY 30 – TAI CHI TUESDAYS at the Lake Odessa Community Library, January 2 - January 23, 1 PM. All skill levels are welcome. Sponsored by Ionia County Commission
on Aging. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. JANUARY 31 – FAMILY STORY TIME at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., perfect for ages 2-5. A one-time registration is appreciated. Our theme this school year is Oh, the Places You'll Go! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 1 – SNOW MUCH FUN! Come hang with the Lake Odessa Community Library to build forts, have epic indoor snowball fights, and lots of snowy surprises at 4:00 p.m., ages 5-11. Fake Snow Rules! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 3 – YOGA WITH LINDA KIMMEL at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Saturdays in January at 9:00 a.m. Beginners welcome! Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 7 – FAMILY STORY TIME at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., perfect for ages 2-5. A one-time registration is appreciated. Our theme this school year is Oh, the Places You'll Go! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 8 – FAST PACED GAMES at the Lake Odessa Community Library, 4:00 p.m., ages 9-14. Can you think on your feet? To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 10 – YOGA WITH LINDA KIMMEL at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Saturdays in January at 9:00 a.m. Beginners welcome! Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 14 – FAMILY STORY TIME at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., perfect for ages 2-5. A one-time registration is appreciated. Our theme this school year is Oh, the Places You'll Go! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 15 – HOME-BASED EDUCATION 1:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library, for all students. Our theme this school year is Mind-Building Tales. Monthly registration is appreciated! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 15 – CROCHET LIKE A BOSS at the Lake Odessa Community Library. This class is perfect for newbies, taught by a fellow newbie! Thursdays, February 15, 22, 29, 5:30 PM, ages 9 and up. Registration is required with signing up for all 3 classes. Each week you will learn a new technique. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 17 – YOGA WITH LINDA KIMMEL at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Saturdays in January at 9:00 a.m. Beginners welcome! Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 21 – FAMILY STORY TIME at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., perfect for ages 2-5. A one-time registration is appreciated. Our theme this school year is Oh, the Places You'll Go! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 24 – YOGA WITH LINDA KIMMEL at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Saturdays in January at 9:00 a.m. Beginners welcome! Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 27 – STEM WIT MR. MIKE 3:30-5:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library, ages 11-15. Join Mr. Mike to discover the safety considerations of the high-flying sport of bungee jumping by doing the science through modeling simulations. Registration is requested and appreciated. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. FEBRUARY 28 – FAMILY STORY TIME at the Lake Odessa Community Library, Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., perfect for ages 2-5. A one-time registration is appreciated. Our theme this school year is Oh, the Places You'll Go! To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library. 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. SUNDAY – OLD TIME COUNTRY MUSIC SHOWS 3:00 p.m. at Bob's Barn Jamborees, 1417 Johnson Street. Open Mic at 4:30 p.m. Always free admission. Contact bobwarner40@gmail.com.
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JANUARY 30 – SIP AND READ BOOK CLUB 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow readers for a discussion of Legends of the North Cascades by Jonathan Evison and Carrie Soto is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Coffee, tea, and snacks provided. JANUARY 30 – KIDS BINGO 5:00 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Stop by the library to play Bingo and try to win fun prizes! JANUARY 31 – KNITTER'S CIRCLE 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow knitters at the library to craft and learn in a friendly, supportive environment. All ages and experience levels are welcome. FEBRUARY 4 – FISH FRY 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the VFW Post #4646, Lyons. $10.00.
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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 517647-4004. 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, 6:00 to 7:30 pm at the Portland District Library. 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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BARRY CO. FAIRGROUNDS, 1350 N. M-37 HWY., HASTINGS, MICHIGAN FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 2024 • 8:00 AM
We presently are accepting consignments, collections, and 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. Our auctions produce interest from buyers all over the United States as well as buyers participating internationally. Our recent gun sales have generated more than $1,600,000.00 selling to full-house crowds who have attended from all over Michigan, as well as adjoining states and offsite participation. There is also a strong market for swords, civil war memorabilia, Winchester and Marbles collectibles, and Indian articles. Stanton’s offer free pickups available for collections throughout Michigan and around the country.
Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060
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Steven E. Stanton, 517-331-8150 Email – stevenEstanton@gmail.com • Michael C. Bleisch, 517-231-0868 Email – mcbleisch@gmail.com
100 Years Ago This Month: Historical events from February 2024 The month of February has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in February 1924. • Honduran President Rafael López-Gutiérrez refuses to leave office on February 1. López-Gutiérrez cites uncertainty regarding a successor as his reason for remaining in office after initially beginning a four-year term on February 1, 1920. • Former United States President Woodrow Wilson falls into a coma at 10:30 p.m. on February 2. The 67-year-old former president dies less than
24 hours later. • Thanks in part to the recommendation of British physicians, Indian freedom fighter Mohandas Gandhi is released from incarceration in Ahmedabad on February 4. Gandhi served less than one-third of his six-year prison sentence for sedition. • Forty-one miners drown in a flash flood inside an underground iron mine near Crosby, Minnesota on February 5. The flood is caused when the crew blasts too close to the bottom of a nearby lake. • President Wilson is buried in a vault beneath the center aisle
of the chapel of the Washington National Cathedral on February 6. He remains the only president to be buried in the District of Columbia. • In response to the German Embassy’s refusal to offer condolences or lower flags in honor of President Wilson, roughly 200 taxi drivers plant an American flag on the embassy lawn on February 6. • The Fascist government of Italy formally recognizes the Communist Soviet Union on February 7. • On February 8, Chinese national Gee Jon becomes the first person in American history to be executed with lethal gas. Jon was convicted in a gangland slaying and was put to death in an airtight chamber at the Nevada State Prison in Carson City. Elsewhere in the United States, five inmates, each convicted murderers, were put to death in Texas, marking the state’s first use of the electric chair. • Two-hundred fifty delegates
representing 61 trade unions, civic groups and fraternal organizations attend the opening day of the Negro Sanhedrin on February 11. The conference was an attempt to establish a national program protecting the legal rights of African American tenant farmers and wage workers. • On February 13, one day after testifying in the trial of “Shoeless Joe” Jackson, Chicago White Sox outfielder Oscar “Happy” Felsch is arrested for perjury. Lawyers for the White Sox produced documents contradicting Felsch’s testimony, resulting in his arrest. • On February 14, the Computing-Tabulating-Recording Company renames itself the International Business Machines Corporation, which would ultimately be shortened to IBM. • U.S. Senator Frank L. Greene of Vermont is shot in the head and seriously wounded by a stray bullet during a shootout on February 15. The shootout involved bootleggers and Prohibition enforcement agents, and Senator
Green was struck while walking with his wife along Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C. • German artist George Grosz is fined 500 gold marks on February 16. The court determined a collection of Grosz’s drawings depicting the decadence of Berlin society was obscene. • Greek Prime Minister Eleftherios Venizelos resigns on February 19. Venizelos had been in office less than four weeks. • U.S. President Calvin Coolidge becomes the first President to make a radio broadcast from the White House on February 22. • Prime Minister Ahmet Zogu of Albania is shot twice by anarchist Beqir Valteri on February 23. Often referred to as Zog I
of Albania, the prime minister reportedly survived more than 50 assassination attempts over the course of his life. Though Valteri’s efforts were unsuccessful, Zogu’s injuries forced him to step away from office for a short period following the shooting. • On February 24, the Beverly Hills Speedway hosts its final race. The speedway is torn down as property values in Beverly Hills skyrocket. • Trials related to the Beer Hall Putsch that occurred on November 9, 1923, begin in Munich on February 26. Adolf Hitler and Erich Ludendorff are among those put on trial. TF242679
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