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SHOPPERS GUIDE HOURS

Monday - Thursday 8am to 3pm. Closed Friday -Sunday.

FISH FRY Every Friday Night at the Ionia Moose Lodge starting February 24 through April 7. 5 to 8pm. Pollock, Walleye, Frog Legs and Shrimp are on the menu! 869 E. Lincoln Ave.

WANTED USED FURNITURE - Do you have furniture that you no longer need and don’t know what to do with it? If it is good and clean and you want it gone call us. If we can use it we will haul it away. Call 269-948-2463.

Mon-Fri, 10am to 6pm, Sat. 9am to 5pm and Sun. 12 pm to 5pm.

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.

FOR SALE - (4) Hang-on tree stands, $20 each. (4) 20ft. Climbing sticks, $20 each. 30 pound thrust Minn Kota trolling motor, $30. Set of heavy duty car ramps, $25. Call 616-902-8631.

WORK WANTED - Double D’s tree service Plus 70’ & 40’ bucket trucks. Tree trimming and removal, brush chipping, Stump grinding. Free estimates and Insured. Call Dave Delinsky at 616-212-3008.

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

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.

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.

HELP WANTED - Certified and Experienced Tire Technician. Good benefits. Bring resume

2023-2024 Meeting Dates

All meetings are at 7:00pm at the Easton Townhall at 720 N Bellamy Rd Ionia, MI 48846

2023

April - No Meeting

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Area Deaths

† COMELLA

Anthony Gerald “Tony” Comella, 79, of Belding, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023.

† KLOMP

Eleanor Klomp, 99, of Ionia, passed away Wednesday, March 29, 2023.

October 3rd

November 7th

December 5th 2024

January 2nd

February 6th

March 5th

– OBITUARIES –

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

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

† JONES Carmen Gale Jones, Born July 10, 1949 in Coldwater, Michigan, Died January 27, 2023 in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Carmen was proceeded in death by her father and Stepmother Arthur N. Jones and Jean(Bennett) Jones, her mother Frances (Eidschun) Jones, her brother and sisters, Margie Jones, Bruce Jones, Ada(Jones) King, Badder and Kay Frances Jones. Carmen is survived by her partner of 23 years, KC Clark, nephews Gary, David, Rick and Jimmy King and nieces Amanda (Jon) Vida and many cousins.

Carmen graduated from Eastern High School in Lansing Michigan in 1967. She lived life to the fullest enjoying trips to the Casino, listening to music and dancing. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and the Crafty Nursemates. As well as a member of the Red Hat Strutters that danced at nursing homes. Weather it was white water rafting, zip lining, taking the paddle down the Mississippi or taking a cruise, she loved life. She will be sadly missed. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Ionia Moose Lodge, April 16th, 2023 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.

† PIFER Dorothy Pauline Pifer age 76 of Charlotte, MI formerly of Saranac, MI passed away March 25, 2023. She was born on December 9, 1946, in Dimondale, MI the daughter of Richard and Florence (Corwin) Elliston. She married Leslie Pifer in 1980, he passed away in 2000. Dorothy enjoyed playing BINGO and card games. She always welcomed company and enjoyed being with her family. Her great grandkids lovingly referred to her as “Great” and she enjoyed spending time with them whenever possible.

Surviving is her children, Stan (Susan) Pifer of Eaton Rapids, Steve (Dawn) Pifer of Saranac, Susan (Chuck) Holton of Washington, Sharon (Joe) Carter of Dimondale and Hope (Tom) Shaw of Remus; grandchildren, Joseph Peters, Dennis Peters, Devin Jackson, Stephanie (Saravanan) Palanivel, Danielle (Robert) Gregory, Victoria (Eric) Thompson, Tony (Jamie)

Carter, Tim (Mickey) Carter, Aaron (Sara) Shaw and Morgan (Brad) Hopkins; 23 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Leslie, 2 sisters and 3 brothers. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home of Ionia. Online condolences may be made atwww.lakefuneralhomes.com

† BELL Paula Jean Bell passed away in her home in Lyons, in the early morning of March 25, 2023, at the age of 54. Born in Lansing, MI, she was the daughter of late Eugene Randall and Pamela Marshall. Survivors include; her loving husband of 29 years, Michael J Bell; three daughters, Sara McQuay, Danielle Bell, and Kandi Duncan; son-in-law, Bruce Alsup; five grandchildren and the rest of her friends and family.

A celebration of life will be held from 2pm to 6pm on April 1st at Palmer Lodge in Bertha Brock Park. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

† LAMBERT Robert Dean Lambert, 93 of Delmar, passed away of natural causes on Sunday night, March 26, 2023. He died at his home with loved ones at his side.

Robert was born to Clare and Elner (Nelson) Lambert in Lake Odessa, Mich. He attended Michigan State University and graduated with a degree in landscape architecture. After college, Robert served in the U.S. Army and was stationed at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. After completing his military service, he began a forty-year professional career as a college campus planner. His first position was at Oakland University in Michigan and continued on to Michigan State University, the University of Maryland, the State University of New York (SUNY), and finally SUNY Morrisville. Shortly after retirement, he received a distinguished service recognition from the New York chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects.

Through the years, Robert did extensive volunteering for local zoning boards and historical societies. Robert was a talented sketch artist, but also a master craftsman who built clocks, cabinetry, and guns. He completely restored a pneumatic player piano that the family enjoyed for decades. Robert also designed and built his house in Morrisville in the early 1980s, which was one of the first homes in the county to use passive solar and geothermal energy. The house served as the center of family gatherings for over a quarter century. He was a huge fan of swing-era big band music and a student of military history. Robert maintained a high quality of life right up until his passing, with active participation in a multitude of community activities, most notably the Town of Bethlehem Senior Services programs. Robert was predeceased by his loving wife of 64 years, Patricia June (Skelding) Lambert; his sister, Jean Stowell Schwarting; and his brother, Jack Lambert. He is survived by his daughter, Kathryn McNary; his son, Matthew Lambert; his granddaughters, Nicole (Mark) Passino and Kelsey (David) Thachik; and his great-grandsons, Dean Thachik and Oliver Passino.A private memorial service will take place for family members and friends.

†ORWIG Ila Marie Orwig, 76, of Ionia, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and sister-in-law passed into heaven on March 28, 2023.

Ila was born on February 16, 1947 to Kenneth and Lorraine (Hillard) Boroff Slocum. She graduated from Ionia High School with her class of 1966. Shortly after her graduation she began a career working in the Ionia Public School System for 39 years. Ila married Walter Orwig, Sr. on October 20, 1973.

Ila was a very active member of Shiloh Community Church, being involved in their teen bike trips cooking for everyone, helping with cooking church dinners, filling Operation Christmas Shoe Boxes, making blankets and many other areas of ministry. Some of the things that brought pleasure to her life, besides family, were painting, woodworking with her husband, knitting, and crafts. One of her greatest pleasures was being a volunteer at Wheatland Festivals for many years working on Kids Hill doing crafts, stenciling, and quilting.

Surviving are her sons, Richard (Donna) Orwig of Sheridan and Walter Orwig, Jr. (Crystal); brothers, Bruce (Kay) Boroff of Ionia and Keith Boroff of Belding; brother-in-law, Andrew Munschy of Ionia; stepsister, Lauretta (Robert) Chambless of Holland; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, and nieces.

Preceding her in death are her parents, Kenneth and Lorraine Boroff; husband, Walter Orwig, Sr.; sister, Anne Munschy; brother, Terry Boroff; and sister-in-law, Jean Boroff.

The Memorial Service will be officiated by Paster James Floyd at 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 3, 2023 at Shiloh Community Church, Orleans. The family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Interment will be at Balcom Cemetery, Ionia. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to Wheatland’s Music Scholarship Fund in honor of Ila. Arrangements are entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes

HAPPY 80th BIRTHDAY Lois Wolthuis. Party April 1st.

HANDYMAN SERVICESSaranac Area. Call Jordan at 616-430-5453.

EMERGENCY ROAD Service. Saranac and surrounding areas. On road repairs. Rob’s Towing & Auto Salvage. “CHEAP HOOKER” 616- 292-7649 or 616-2958820.

WANT ADS GET RESULTS

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

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

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BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as ONE DAY! Affordable prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & Military Discounts available. Call: 855-761-1725

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!!OLD GUITARS WANTED!! GIBSON, FENDER, MARTIN, etc. 1930’s to 1980’s. TOP DOLLAR PAID. CALL TOLL FREE

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Looking for Medical Assistant/LPN. Ionia area family practice is looking for part time help 16-24 hours per week. Must be proficient in taking manual vital signs, screening patients, doing medical histories and comfortable using computers. We will train on exact software program. Starting pay is $16-$19 per hour based on experience. No additional benefits. Contact Sheila at s.gendich07@yahoo.com

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

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

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

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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.

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

Think Spring! We have new and used mowers in stock! Financing and Cash discounts! Just need parts for years. We stock parts for all makes and model! Give us a call. Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795

WHY BUY LOCAL? Enhance Local Democracy! Local ownership of business means residents have deeper roots in the community and are involved in key development decisions and leadership that shape our lives and local environment.

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

FOR SALE - 4 Registered

Male Shitz Shu puppies. 9 weeks old. $750 . 616-7614158.

Remember a Veteran! Purchase a brick in their honor at the Belding Veterans Park. Contact Holly at 616-8945488. $50 per brick.

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SAVE YOUR ASPHALT Black Top Seal and repair. 616-636-7493.

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

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FISH FRY FISH FRY

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

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

WORK WANTED - Double D’s tree service Plus 70’ & 40’ bucket trucks. Tree trimming and removal, brush chipping, Stump grinding. Free estimates and Insured. Call Dave Delinsky at 616-212-3008.

FISH FRY Every Friday Night at the Ionia Moose Lodge starting February 24 through April 7. 5 to 8pm. Pollock, Walleye, Frog Legs and Shrimp are on the menu! 869 E. Lincoln Ave.

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

FOR SALE - 6 ft. Brush Hog. Like new, 1 year old, $1300. Also FREE fill dirt. I will load, You haul. Portland Area. 517230-1718.

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

10% OFF all Snowblowers in Stock! Take advantage of the end of the season deals on snowblowers and Save for next year! New and Used Available. Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795

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

SHOPPERS GUIDE HOURS

Monday - Thursday 8am to 3pm. Closed Friday -Sunday.

DEADLINES ARE NOON ON THURSDAYS!!!

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

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TOOLS, ABRASIVES, supplies and hardware. Make us your first stop instead of your last stop. We probably have it. Just think of all the time and gas money you will have saved. Easy in, easy out! C&W Tool Sales, 4548 South State, (M-66) Ionia. 616-527-2724.

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

WHY BUY LOCAL? You can Try It Where You Buy It! Local retail stores are more likely to let you try on and try out items before you buy – and get real expertise, saving you time and money.

BAILEY’S SEWING MA-

CHINE REPAIR - 4849 N. State Rd. Ionia, MI48846. 616-5220702. Hours are 9am to 5pm.Singer, Brother, Pfaff.

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BUYING JUNK VEHICLES

Running or not. Must have title. Free pick-up. Call Brandon,517-647-9427.

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COMING AUCTIONS

LARGE ANTIQUE AUCTION

Located at 1350 N. M-37 Highway, Hastings, Michigan

Tuesday morning, April 11th @ 10 A.M.

Excellent group of nearly 200 pieces of carnival glass, Fenton and other types of glassware from a Mid-Michigan Estate, Library table, Figural French clock, Steuben, Quezal, and other art glass shades and lamps, desk lamps, early small Iron cannon on wheels, Roseville and Hull Pottery, Murano clown figurines, black memorabilia, furniture, clocks, hanging light fixtures, table and floor lamps, and much more. Keep watching our site we are adding 2 other estates to this sale. Also, a good group coming from the deaccessioning of items from a Museum in southeast Michigan. Furniture, including a collection of antique wood parlor stove with Excellent Laurel Fancy Parlor Stove and 10 other good examples including Round Oak (see pictures), Horse drawn buggy, collectibles, clocks, coffee grinder, corn sheller, primitives, and lots more. Coming from the Willard "Gene" Kenney Estate, the 2-time NCAA Championship Soccer Coach, Spartan Hall of Fame Inductee who was with the Michigan State University Athletic Department for 39 years are the following items to be sold: (pictures to follow), Two (2 NCAA Gold Championship Medals; 1 NCAA Silver championship Medal, 1968 NCAA Championship watch, 1985 All -American Bowl Watch and pin; 1988 Rose Bowl pin, 1989 Mazda Gator bowl ring, pin and watch; 1989 Aloha Bowl ring; 1990 Big 10 Basketball championship Ring the first year of the Breslin Center; Spartan cutlass Classic Watch; Spartan Football Cufflinks; and an assortment of pins including Two (2) Fiesta Bowl/El Paso Pins; Spartan football pin; MCI pin, Hockey and Eagle pins. Also, silver bars and ingots, coins, proof and mint sets, Remington type statues, unusual carved Indian statues and examples, ammunition, jewelry including some gold, and Cuccinielli Custom Designer 18 Kt. Gold bracelet with Sapphire (over 31 grams), political pins including Audubon pins, and lots more from a private collection

Selling Real Estate and All Types of Property, at Auction, Anywhere!

Phone: 517-726-0181

Fax: 517-726-0060

e-mail: stantonsauctions@sbcglobal.net www.stantons-auctions.com

STANTON’S FIREARM

COLLECTIONS & CONSIGNMENTS NOW BEING ACCEPTED g

TO BE HELD IN THE BARRY CO. FAIRGROUNDS, 1350 N. M-37 HWY., HASTINGS, MICHIGAN ON: FRIDAY MORNING, MAY 26TH @ 8:00 A.M.

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 to discuss including your items in our next sales scheduled for FRIDAY MORNING MAY 26th, 2023. Our auctions produce interest from buyers all over the United States as well as buyers participating internationally. Our recent gun sales have generated nearly three-quarters million dollars ($750,000.00) – seeing individual pieces selling to full-house crowds who have attended from all over Michigan, as well as adjoining states. Many of the standout examples sold included a New Haven “Henry Patent” 44 lever action rifle that brought $30,800; CZ Barrett Model M-107 that sold for nearly $11,000; Winchester King’s Improvement Model 73 44-40 rifle $3,740; Winchester King’s Improvement with brass studs’ decoration $4,400; Colt PTFA revolver with engraved stock $3,300; Heckler & Koch German handgun $2,100, and many others. Our recent auction saw a crowd of over 300 collectors in attendance at the event.

In addition to the firearms, our auction includes the sale of ammunition, and related articles to the field. There is also a strong market for swords, civil war memorabilia and Indian articles, items of this type and other pieces will be accepted for our firearm auctions, as well as our antique live and online auctions. Free pickups available for collections. Our ATF license handles all required paperwork for the sale of the long and handguns being offered.

Selling Real Estate and All Types of Property, at Auction, Anywhere!

Phone: 517-726-0181

Fax: 517-726-0060

e-mail: stantonsauctions@sbcglobal.net www.stantons-auctions.com

MI 49096

**Consigned 30 Holsteins 300-400# weights**

FOR SALE - 4 Registered Male Shitz Shu puppies. 9 weeks old. $750 . 616-761-4158.

ONE BEDROOM APARTMENTS

U.S.A Flags in Stock at the Shoppers Guide. 13 N. Bridge St. Saranac. That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God has raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.

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

Romans 10: 9

FOR SALE - (4) Hang-on tree stands, $20 each. (4) 20ft. Climbing sticks, $20 each. 30 pound thrust Minn Kota trolling motor, $30. Set of heavy duty car ramps, $25. Call 616-902-8631.

Amish Log Beds, Dressers, Rustic Table and Chairs, Mattresses for Cabin or Home. Lowest price in Michigan! DanDanTheMattressMan. com 989-923-1278

FOR SALE - 2010 Chevy

Malibu LTZ Excellent condition, reliable, very clean inside and out, no rust or dents or tears in leather or carpet. Very maintained. 1 owner since new. 127000 miles. $8000 Please call 616-291-8681.

An Amish Log Headboard and Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set. Brand new-never used, sell all for $375. Call anytime 989-923-1278

Beatles Online Auction. Rare records, Posters, Lava lamps, Concert items, Collectibles, Comics, Box sets, Lunch boxes, Bobble heads and Much more. Bidding Ends April 6th, 2023. Bid Now At: www.ColesAuctionService. com 1-810-397-3199

Lee Sporting Estate Auction. Guns, Ammo, Fishing. Bid from anywhere johnpeckauctions.com. Shipping/ inspection available. Next gun auction is May! Thinking of Selling? Call John 989-3454866. Michigan’s premier gun auctioneers since 1979.

Online Williams Estate Auction: Ford Model A w/lots of parts, Silverado 2500 Crew cab, International FC McCormick Farmall row crop tractor, Household, Tools, more! Details, photos and bid at: bid.sherwoodauctionservicellc.com 1-800-835-0495.

METAL ROOFING regular and shingle style, HALF OFF SPECIAL COLORS! Lifetime asphalt shingles. Steel and vinyl siding. Licensed and insured builders. Pole Buildings. Quality work for 40 years! AMISH CREW. 517575-3695.

AMISH BUILT storage sheds and mini cabins delivered to your site anywhere in Michigan! Starting at $2,500.00 mynextbarn.com 989-8321866

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Farm Estate AUCTION

Saturday, April 8, 2023 • 10:00 a.m. 6909 Tow Rd., Sheridan, Michigan (Vickeryville, MI)

Articles from the Farm and Home. A 70 year accumulation. Please join us for this Great Estate Auction.

CAR: 2012 KIA Soul, 91800 miles. GUNS: New England .270 WIN Handi Rifle SB2; Romania M1969 .22 Rifle; Marlin Glenfield mod. 60 .22 Rifle; Westpoint mod 433 .22 Rifle; Newport 12 Ga; Ithaca mod 60 Super single 12 ga; Syracuse Forging Gun co New Baker 12 ga DBL; JC Higgins mod 88 revolver .22 cal;

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Directions: East of Greenville 15 Miles OR West of Carson City 6 Miles on M57 to Vickeryville Rd, North 1 mile to Sessions Rd, West ½ mile to Tow Rd, North to auction. BERNARD

– HUBBARDSTON –

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Serving from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. (unless sold out earlier). Deep fried chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, baked beans, cole slaw, roll, and dessert. Cost $13. Take out available.

FRIDAY – LENTEN FISH FRY 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Hubbardston American Legion. Buffet style: Fish, Shrimp, Steak Fries, Baked Potato, Coleslaw, Roll & Dessert. $18.00 (under 5 free); over 70 $16.00; Takeouts $18.00.

– IONIA –

APRIL 22 – PANCAKE & WHOLE HOG SAUSAGE DINNER 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at LeValley United Methodist Church, corner of Kelsey & David Highways. Local pure maple syrup, real butter, and all the fixings. Donations at the door.

APRIL 24 – 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 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 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 – 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.

LAKE ODESSA –

APRIL 4 – B-R-E-A-K OUT PARTY 2:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library for ages 5-12. P-O-P in and have a blast! For more information,

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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 3/25/23

First Cutting-Small Squares 296 Bales $1.75 to $4.25, Rounds 109 Bale $20.00 to $60.00, Rounds Baleage 35 Bales $17.50 to $37.50, Big Squares 8 Bales $50.00. Second CuttingRounds 54 Bales $20.00 to $40.00, Rounds Baleage 8 Bales

$42.50 to $45.00.Third Cutting - Small Squares 96 Bales

$2.00 to $4.00, Rounds Baleage 22 Bales $52.50 to $60.00, Big Squares 4 Bales $50.00.Fourth Cutting - Rounds Baleage 29 Bales $40.00 to $47.50.Straw-Small Squares 128 Bales

$2.00 to $4.00, Rounds 16 Bales $30.00 to $35.00. Misc.- Oats

34 Bags $7.00 to $9.00, Ear Corn 2 Bags $8.00 ,Eggs 213

Dozen $1.00 to $1.25, Dog Food 10 Bags $10.00.

Animals- 23 Ducks $1.00, 7 Chickens $0.75 to $2.00, 1 Rooster $1.00. Firewood - 1 FC Firewood $25.00.

Rough Sawn Lumber- Red Oak 16 BF $10.00,Red Oak

46 BF $30.00,Red Oak 15 BF $25.00,Black Walnut 28 BF $45.00,Cherry 53 BF $80.00

Thank you to all our buyers and sellers for coming out on such a challenging weather day!

Check out our website at Shilohjunction.com

Spring Consignment Auction April 29th

Last Weekly Hay Auction April 22nd

Monthly Hay Auctions June 3rd, July 1st, Aug 5th, and Sept 2nd.

please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www. LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

APRIL 5 – FAMILY STORY TIME 10:00 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. B-R-E-A-Kfast and fun will be served! For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www. LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

APRIL 5 – BOOK DISCUSSION 12:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Any reader is welcome to join and discuss "Rescue", by Jennifer A. Nielsen. Contact us for the book. Pizza will be provided. Registration is required! For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@ llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

APRIL 6 – CONTRAPTION, CREATION, COMPETITION WITH MR. MIKE 2:30 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Ages 10-16. Registration is helpful. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

APRIL 7 – FAMILY MOVIE & POPCORN 2:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

APRIL 12 – FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! A one time registration is appreciated. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

APRIL 13 – FANCY NANCY SOIREE 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Ages 3 and up. Dress in your most dapper attire. Registration is required for ALL guests and you will receive a special ticket. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@ llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

APRIL 13 –TAI CHI THURSDAYS 8 week session sponsored by Ionia County Commission on Aging. 11:00 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Registration is helpful. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

APRIL 18 – STEM WITH MR. MIKE Deep Impact & Scrambled Eggs

3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Ages 11-16. Registration required! For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

APRIL 19 – FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! A one time registration is appreciated. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

APRIL 20 – FINAL 2022/2023 HOME-BASED EDUCATION PROGRAM

1:00 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. All students welcoome. Come learn about our Lymphatic System. Registration is encouraged. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

APRIL 26 – FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! A one time registration is appreciated. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

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,

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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.

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 –

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

– PORTLAND –

MARCH 31 – BURGER BURN 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. 1/3 lb. burger cooked your way with fries. $10.00. Open to the public Dine-in or out, call 517-6474980 for take-out. Proceeds benefit veterans programs and the community where they live. VFW Post 4090, 1324 E. Bridge Street.

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 –

MARCH 31 – KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FRIDAY FISH FRYS 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at St. Anthony's Church. $10 Adults; $9 Seniors, $5 Children. 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.

VILLAGE OF MUIR NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

FOR MICHIGAN ECONOMIC COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (MEDC)

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) I PUBLIC GATHERING SPACE INITIATIVE (PGSI) GRANT FUNDING FOR THE MUIR SENSORY PARK

The Village of Muir will conduct a public hearing on April 11, 2023, at 122 W. Superior St., Muir, MI 48860, for the purpose of affording citizens an opportunity to examine and submit comments on the proposed PGSI grant application.

The Village of Muir proposes to request $1,255,100 in CDBG funds to develop the Muir Sensory Park directly adjacent to Railroad Street Park and along the CIS Trail. It will benefit at least 51% low to moderate income persons. No persons will be displaced as a result of the proposed activities.

Further information, including a copy of Muir’s Community Development Plan and PGSI application will be available by April 3, 2023, for review. To inspect the documents, please contact Sue Craft at 989-855-2144 or review at 122 W. Superior Street, Muir. Comments may be submitted in writing through April 10, 2023, or made in person at the public hearing.

The Village of Muir has successfully applied for and used MEDC/CDBG funds to improve the Village’s water system and local streets in the past.

Citizen views and comments on the proposed application are welcome.

Village of Muir

Doug Hyland, Village President 989-855-2144

An Open Letter to the Reisidents of Boston Township

Many people in the community are aware that the Boston Township Board has made the decision to no longer take on the responsibility of hosting the annual Memorial Day parade. Since that decision was made, I have had a significant number of residents, from the community, question why the decision was made. They have also asked if there will be Memorial Day parades in the future. As Township Supervisor, I feel I need to take the time to explain the reason for this decision.

It is important for a community to show their appreciation and respect for our veterans, both living and passed, who have sacrificed so much to protect our freedom. Not only does a Memorial Day parade show the community’s respect for our veterans~ it also brings people together and helps to remind us how thankful we should be for the freedoms we have.

In the past, when a small rural community organized a parade, a police car or fire units would be placed at the front and back of a parade. Traffic on the streets showed respect and the drivers were courteous to those in the parade and others standing along the parade route. Those days have passed. Now you hear about incidents where people have purposely driven into parades with vehicles. In recent years we have had issues with vehicles that have gotten onto the parade route. Rather than waiting for the parade to pass, they have attempted to drive down the side of the street, going in the opposite direction as the units in the parade and have driven through the parade.

Insurance companies that provide liability insurance for municipalities, consider a parade to be a special event. A municipality must pay for an insurance rider to have liability insurance for special events. Along with the rider, there are requirements the municipality is expected to follow, to limit liability, during the event.

During a parade, the municipality is required to block off any intersections where traffic could possibly enter or merge onto a street traveled by the parade. In the case of the Memorial Day parade in Saranac, there are 13 streets where traffic could merge onto the parade route during the parade. Boston Township does not have the personnel or equipment to safely control traffic at these intersections. The Township Board consists of 7 members and on Memorial Day, many of them are out of town, with family members or have other obligations.

Organizing the Memorial Day parade has also become more of a challenge. One of the units, you normally see in the Memorial Day parade, is the American Legion honor guard. This unit consists of veterans who have served their country. They march in uniform displaying a flag or carrying a

gun over their shoulder. During the program at the cemetery, this group will normally perform a 21gun salute in honor of their fallen comrades.

Through the years of working with the American Legion Post, I have learned that they have difficulty getting enough veterans to form an honor guard. Prior to the parade in 2022, I was notified that, due to a lack of numbers, the American Legion would not be able to supply an honor guard for the parade.

Also, prior to the parade I was notified that the local area was struggling getting the number of participants, and/or leaders, needed to continue the scouting programs at most levels. It was questionable as to how many scouts, if any, would be available to march in the parade.

After receiving this information, late in the planning stage, it appeared that the only units we had committed to take part in the 2022 Memorial Day parade would be one police car, the high school band, and two fire trucks.

The Township Board recognizes the importance of a Memorial Day parade and supports having a parade. However, due to liability concerns and the lack of resources to organize and safely conduct a parade, the Boston Township Board is no longer able to host the Memorial Day parade.

For many years, the Boston Township Board has committed to organizing a program, in the cemetery, on Memorial Day. This is to honor the veterans, both living and passed, who have served to protect our freedom. With our limited resources, we feel that we need to focus our efforts on the program in the cemetery.

Prior to Memorial Day, the Township also places military medallions on the graves of over 630 veterans in the Saranac cemetery so each can be marked with an American flag. The Boston Township Board has committed to continue:

• Placing medallions to mark the veteran’s grave sites in the Saranac cemetery.

• Organizing and hosting the Memorial Day program in the cemetery.

• Printing programs, with the names of all the veterans in the Saranac and South Boston Cemeteries, to be handed out during the program.

We have mailed this notice to various groups and organizations within the community to clarify the reason we have been forced to no longer host the Memorial Day parade. It is our hope that there might be others in the community who would have the resources necessary to organize and host the annual Memorial Day parade.

You may contact the Township Supervisor by phone at 616-6426636, extension 2 or by email at bostontwpsupervisor@gmail. com.

Respectfully,

Dennis G. Bowen Township Supervisor

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