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January 8, 2012 3,285th Edition

ISABELLA BANK CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

Please bring items of interest to Isabella Bank in Breckenridge by 4pm on Tuesday’s.

Saturday, January 7th Louis at 9:00 a.m. BHS Varsity Wrestling @ St. Breckenridge BHS Bowling team will be hosting a Cross-Over tournament at 300 Bowl in Alma. We’re having a Bake Sale & 50/50 drawings. We bowl at 1:00 & 3:00. The alley is asking for a $5 per adult, spectator fee. Please come out and support our teams.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 8TH American Legion SAL Breakfast 9am-12pm. All you can eat french toast, scrambled eggs, sausage and hashbrowns, $6/person. St. Louis First United Methodist Church Community breakfast, 8:00-11:15 a.m. Free will offering. 116 S. Franklin, St. Louis. Second Sunday of each month.

Monday, January 9th BHS JV Girls/Boys Basketball @ Ithaca at 6:00 p.m. Merrill Community Child Development Center is having a pop

bottle drive from 3:30-6:30 p.m. in the MS parking lot. Funds raised will be used towards the purchase of new state mandated cribs for the infant/ toddler room. Thanks for supporting MCCDC and our youngest children. Questions call 989-293-8355 TUESDAY, January 10th Free Grower Meeting at Jonesfield Township Hall, Merrill from 9am to noon. 3 re-cert points. Frank’s Crop Watch 989-751-5631 thursday, January 12th Free Grower Meeting at Jonesfield Township Hall, Merrill from 9am to noon. 3 re-cert points. Frank’s Crop Watch 989-751-5631 Free Community Dinner at Breckenridge United Methodist Church, 5:00-6:00 p.m. Gospel Jamboree 6:30-9:00 p.m. Living Hope Fellowship, 107 W. State St., St. Louis. Breckenridge Masonic Lodge #406 Meeting 7:30 p.m. BHS JV/Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Valley Lutheran (home) at 6 p.m.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 13TH BMS Fun Friday in Middle School Gym 3:25 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. BHS JV/Varsity Boys Basketball @ Valley Lutheran at 6:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 14TH Steak Sandwich Night 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Steak sandwich, fries, coffee. Classic Country Music 6:00 p.m. BHS Varsity Wrestling @ Gladwin at 10:00 a.m. BMS Cheerleading Competition @ Farwell High School at 10:00 a.m. SUNDAY, JANUARY 15TH Benefit Brunch, Merrill Sacred Heart Parish Hall, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Adults $7, Children 10 & under $3.00 Preschoolers Free. Take Outs Available.

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We use a dry foam extraction method. Cleans deeper, dries real fast. We Scotchguard all carpets and furniture. Lowest price in Central Michigan. FREE deodorizer. 36 years experience. (989) 842-5221

•Fresh Apple Cider & Apples OPEN

News: Thursday, Friday r Hou & Saturday Thru January

ALL new office space for rent. 145 E. Center St., Ithaca. Large lobby and office. Overall area 18x30. $550/utilities included, 989996-7701.

•Homemade Pies •Homemade Donuts •Fruit Baskets 1418 E. Center St.,

Ithaca

(behind Auto Value)

DUPLEX APARTMEN THemlock, 2 bdrms., stove/re frigerator furnished, no pets. 989-642-5688.

989-875-2775

Chris & Marla Buerge, Owners • Email: applebarrelcidermill@gmail.com

5135 W. HOUGHTON LAKE DRIVE - Price recently re duced...get ready for snowmo bile and ice fishing season at this beautiful hilltop home over looking Houghton Lake. Fully furnished. Home is 1200ft and features natural stone fireplace, 2 car attached 22x22 garage, hardwood floors and knotty pine interior, stunning views of Houghton Lake from every room, 3 large bedrooms (master with walk-in closet), 1 full bath and 1/2 bath, utility & laundry room, spacious sep arate dining room, 3-season sun room overlooking lake, large deck and 10x16 storage shed, stone & vinyl exterior, firepit, and lots of parking. Deeded shared lakefront ac cess $89,900. Call 989-9960130 or visit http://nmi.craigsl ist.org/reo/2740819225.html for more information.

DEWEY’S CARPET AND FURNITURE CLEANERS

kitchen cabinets - displays for sale Bench Kitchen Oak 10’ 8” Section Cabinets & Tops Great Buy $1,450

must go to make room for new displays! White/Cherry 8’ Section Cherry and White Foil Cabinets with Tops

WOLVERINE

OPTICAL

EYE EXAMS • GLASSES • CONTACTS • BIFOCALS • REPAIRS • TINTING

DOCTOR’S APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE MONDAYS ALL DAY AND THURSDAY MORNINGS

Great Buy $950

Accepting BCBS, VSP, Eye Med & Davis Vision Insurance

463-1838

7314 N. Alger Rd. Alma, MI 48801 2 Year Unconditional Warranty on Lens & Frames $300-$700 cash for junk vehicles. Will beat other offers. Free pickup on appliances and other scrap metals. Call 643-7060 or 482-0485

8’ Section Cabinets Only Good Starter Oak all Wood Great Buy $1500

Interiors By Neville

Firewood: Seasoned Oak, $65/cord. Delivery Available. Call 989-854-0945

712 E. Center, Ithaca

(989) 875-4911

FOR RENT: 2 bdrm apart ment in Breckenridge. In cludes appliances, washer/ dryer, non-smoking. 989842-3641.

BINGO Merrill Knights of Columbus Every Sunday at 6:30 p.m. We now have “Progressive Bingo” 21520 Gratiot Rd., Merrill * Hall is air conditioned Hall Rental - 842-1128

Mid-Michigan’s Choice for Kitchen & Bath

DENNIS RICHNAK HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING: Complete installation & Repair. Call 781-4172

Shannen Losey FIREWOOD - Seasoned hardwood Face Cords $50, delivery available for addi tional fee. Lonnie Butcher (989) 842-5165, www.landr butcher@gmail.com.

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FOR SALE - a small lift chair $175, 989-842-5292.

Precious Memories Bridal & Tux Shoppe YOUR COMPLETE BRIDAL SHOPPE Come and see us at our new location at 115 E. Center St. Downtown Ithaca

989-875-2255

989-463-3420 Held at Right Way Nutrition, Wright Avenue, Alma

CHRISTIAN COUNSELING/LIFE COACHING RELATIONSHIPS, STRESS, ABUSES, ADDICTIONS, MORE. FLEXIBLE FEES. LARRY HOARD, BA. 989-842-3982, christianlifecoaching.net

Manufactured right here in St. Louis

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Custom Carpeting 603 E. Washington St. Louis

989-681-3536 FRANK’S PAINTING - barn painting, exterior, interior, painting, power washing, drywall, wallpaper, texturized ceilings and walls, 989-2938444.

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DAVIS AUTO - New and Used Batteries, 30 day war ranty on used batteries, 989643-7015.

FOR SALE: 1993 Ford F150 XLT w/topper. Extra good shape, 95,000 miles. New brakes & tires on front this summer, $3,000 Call 989842-3067.

Ratti

HELP WANTED - Experienced counter person preferred. Will train right person. Apply within, Hemlock Parts Plus 989-6423200. Wanted to Buy: Older motorcycles, snowmobiles, boat motors in running and non-running condition. 810-394-2577.

KITCHEN UPDATES!

989-642-2868

BUILDERS

FOR SALE: 2 bedroom, 1 bath with new roof, furnace & air, attached garage. 236 1st Street, Breckenridge, 989-842-5292.

4515 North Steel Road Hemlock, MI 48626

LIBRARY DIRECTOR - Full Time, Hemlock Rauchholz Memorial Library. Need BA, experience preferred, con tact 989-642-8621. Deadline January 20, 2012. S & J STORAGE - THREE SIZES AVAILABLE. Call 989-681-8115.

PAL STABLES

SPLIT HARD FIREWOOD FOR SALE - $50/face cord, unsplit available $30, 989681-5511.

Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling

• Interior-Exterior • Commercial-Residential • Agricultural-Industrial • Aerial Equipment

5565 State Street, Saginaw, MI

(989) 792-8738

www.remerplumbing.com

• Sand & Black Dirt •

• Roof Coatings • Steel Buildings • Free Estimates • 25 Years Experience

• Free Party Room Available Seats 50

• Breakfast Served Everyday 10:00am-9:00pm

BEST PIZZA, BEST PRICE, BEST CHOICE COUPON

Lunch-Dinner-Pizza & Beer

(not good with any other offer)

3 OFF

COUPON

• Daily Specials for

Monday Night XL Pizza Special 1 Item $900

ANY XL

3 items or more pizza

FRENCH FRIES - POTATO SHELL

989- 842-1010

CHICKEN TENDERS AND NUGGETS

$ 99

XL 18X13

• Site Work • Basement • Driveways • Ditching • Demolition • Dozing • Excavating • Lot Clearing

TOO BUSY TO CLEAN give us a call - walls, windows, floors, we do it all. Specializing in regular cleaning, detail cleaning, residential & commercial, 989642-6814 or 989-642-2303.

Take outs available

Call from your car & we’ll run the order out to you

842-5396

STUDIO APARTMENT FOR RENT - Downtown Ithaca. One bedroom, first floor beautiful open floor plan. All new & en ergy efficient. $450/per month plus utilities. Call 989-996-7701 Immediate Occupancy.

Hours: Mon.-Thur 10 am-12pm Fri. 10 am - 2 am,Sat. 10 am - 1 am • Sun. 10 am - 9 pm

• Curb Side Pickup

Rick Henry Excavating

3073 S. Fordney Rd., Hemlock, MI 48626

643-5565

FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRY 5PM-9PM

•Riding Lessons •Birthday Parties •Boarding •Training

989-642-8093 PAL STABLES

124 N. Midland St., Merrill, MI

Fun!

$205/ton plus tax Call for more info 989-280-4709

11525 E. Parks Rd. • Wheeler, MI 48662

Licensed & Insured jeffcopainting.com • St. Charles • Cell 989.860.1578 Jeff Esckilsen Owner/Operator

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For Sale Wood Pellets

311 FIRST STREET BRECK ENRIDGE. Updated 3 bedroom one and a half story home on a large fenced lot. Newer windows, hardwood floors, deck, siding and much more. All with an attached one car garage, $64,900. 6490 N. GRATIOT COUNTY LINE RD. Updated 2 story farm house. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, large kitchen and dining room. Big country porch. New 16x18 deck, play ground equipment. 30x40 pole and 14x16 shed. Many updates, $79,900. Call Tom Strouse, RE/MAX of Midland. 989832-0090.

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chain saw chains sharpened (bring in off the saw) *Propane fill* *Duplicate keys* *Screen & window repair* *Glass cut* *Paint color match* *Pipe cut & thread* Sign up for Ace Rewards. Earn Ace$ when you shop! Monthly sale ads view at acehardware.com 216 W. Saginaw • Hemlock, 989-642-2314 Hours: Sun. 10-4; Mon-Fri. 8-6; Sat. 8-5

Custom Homes•Remodeling•Additions Gary Ratti Owner

HOMETOWN SERVICE

MOZZ STIX - WING DINGS - ONION RINGS

FOR SALE: Seasoned mixed hardwood $45/face cord. Tom Mallory 989-681-2340.

$250-$600 FOR Junk vehicles. Free pick up on scrap, metal, iron & appliances, 989-643-7366 or 989-482-2677.

11AM TO 10PM - 7 DAYS BRECKENRIDGE, MI DELIVERY AVAILABLE ON LARGE ORDERS CALL AHEAD

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EVERYDAY PIZZA PRICES

10” w/1 item...$5.00 additional item 50¢

12” w/1 item...$6.75 additional item 75¢

14” w/1 item...$8.50 additional item $1.00

16” w/1 item...$9.35 additional item $1.10

XL 12x18 w/1 item...$9.70 additional item $1.20

• $3.25 Kids Menu BEST PIZZA - BEST PRICE - BEST CHOICE WOODY’S TWISTER ONLY XLARGE 2 ITEM 5 PC TWISTED STIX 2 LTR COKE

12.99

Expires 1-16-12 • Not valid w/other offers

2 - 12” 2 ITEM PIZZAS

13.95

Everday Special Not valid w/other offers

2 - 14” 2 ITEM PIZZAS

17.50

Everyday Special Not valid w/other offers

2 XLARGE 2 ITEM PIZZAS

19.90

Everyday Special Not valid w/other offers

WOODY’S TWISTER ONLY 2 XL-2 ITEM PIZZAS, 10 PC. TWISTED BREAD STIX & 2-2 LITER COKE PRODUCTS

25.00

Expires 1-16-12 Not valid w/other offers

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Dr. Hilligan, Dr. Kocks & Dr. Suppes Provider for: VSP, BCBS, Medicare, and Eyemed •Experienced professional eye care •Full optical •Contact Lenses •Vision Therapy

642-4510 525 W. Saginaw Rd HEMLOCK

Hours: M, W, Th, F 8:30am-5:30pm Closed Tuesday.

FOR SALE: 1993 Ford F150 XLT w/topper. Extra good shape, 95,000 miles. New brakes & tires on front this summer, $3,000 Call 989842-3067.

STORAGE SPACE Stuf-n-Stor Self Storage, Hemlock 989-642-2066

Main Street Pizza 117 N. Midland St., Merrill

989-643-7200

Open 7 days 11am-1pm • 4pm-Close

4 OFF

Any Large Pizza

* not valid with any other offer. One per person, per order

~Merrill Location Only~

Expiration Date 1-16-12 • Must present coupon

$300-$700 cash for junk vehicles. Will beat other offers. Free pickup on appliances and other scrap metals. Call 643-7060 or 482-0485

350 Fall Rebate

Valentine Enterprise 8901 Gratiot Rd. Bannister, MI 48807

989-862-5972

For a limited time, save up to $350 off the MSRP of select in-stock Central Boiler outdoor furnace models at participating dealers only. Instant rebate applied towards the purchase with the dealer’s participation. Savings shown is on select models. See dealer for details. 2011-FR20

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J NYE EXCAVATING:

Residential & commercial. Safety, Quality, Dependability. 989-643-7797. Cell 989-295-0412

Locally owned & operated

Monday $1 Tacos- FREE POOL!

Drafts All Day

TUESDAY: WRAPS - $4.25

Everyday

Wednesday: .50¢ Wings 16 Different Varities 9pm to close-FREE Juke Box

LIVE BANDS!

BIG SUPER BOWL PARTY! THANK YOU...

Firewood: Seasoned Oak, $65/cord. Delivery Available. Call 989-854-0945

to all our customers this past year for your patronage! FOR SALE: 2 bedroom, 1 bath with new roof, furnace & air, at tached garage. 236 1st Street, Breckenridge, 989-842-5292. FOR SALE: Seasoned mixed hardwood $45/face cord. Tom Mallory 989-681-2340.

FRANK’S PAINTING - barn painting, exterior, interior, paint ing, power washing, drywall, wallpaper, texturized ceilings and walls, 989-293-8444.

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Water Problems???

Call FLEMING WATER CONDITIONING for a FREE water test. Let us recommend a solution for your problem. 631-4386

Thursday: Lasagna $3 Johnnys

Friday: Zander Perch or 1 lb. Clam Strips $12.99 Shrimp • Cod or Crab Cakes & Fried Chicken $8.99 Appetizers: Calamari & Popcorn Coconut Shrimp $5.99

saturday nights: DJ or Live Band - 9pm-2am HELP WANTED - Experi enced counter person pre ferred. Will train right per son. Apply within, Hemlock Parts Plus 989-642-3200.

LIBRARY DIRECTOR - Full Time, Hemlock Rauchholz Memorial Library. Need BA, experience preferred, con tact 989-642-8621. Deadline January 20, 2012.

The Early Payoff Doesn’t Add Up DEAR BRUCE: My husband is 54 and is recently retired. He makes between $66,000 and $73,000 annually from his pension. I estimate, because my husband’s ex is taking him to court for her share of his pension, and the courts have not yet ruled on what her share is. Once he’s done with court, our income combined may range from $138,000 to $144,000 per year. In our savings, we have about $20,000. We have four children, ages 9 to 14, and my husband and I do not file taxes together. Our total monthly debt is about $9,000. We have no credit card debt. We do have a home equity line of credit with an outstanding balance of $6,000. Our primary residence has a mortgage, and we have three rental properties with mortgages (all rented, only one with a profit). We have 3 1/2 acres of land, title free, and our normal utilities, phone, satellite TV and normal expenses for our children. I figure if we double up on the mortgages, in six years we could have our house paid off. The current mortgage balance is $147,000; our monthly payment is $800. Given our situation, when is it too soon to pay off our mortgage? -- Lyn, via email DEAR LYN: I am perplexed about a number of things, but let’s start at the end of your letter. You have a current mortgage of $147,000. Even if you wanted to pay it off, how would you do so? I don’t see where the money is coming from. Further, you mentioned that you have three rental properties with mortgages, and two of the three are not making a profit. I question your math as well. If you’re paying $800 a month, that’s $9,600 a year. If you doubled up, that would be a total of

$19,200 a year, which multiplied by six years is $115,200. Part of that sum would go to pay taxes and very likely insurance out of your escrow account. Even if the entire $115,200 were paid against principal, you wouldn’t come close to paying off your mortgage. You would have to pay closer to $24,500 a year. I’m also wondering why you file taxes separately. People with a decent but modest income very seldom save by filing separately. I think some recalculating on your part needs to take place. With your income, I don’t see this happening in six years. Good luck.

DEAR BRUCE: This is strictly a hypothetical question. We have A-1 perfect credit and would never do anything to jeopardize that, but my husband and I have a friendly bet on the answer. In 2005, we bought a house for $136,000 cash. The home’s value increased to about $220,000 in early 2007. We took out a home equity loan on that house for $220,000 because we were buying a second home and didn’t need the loan. This leaves us with an open line of credit for $220,000 just sitting at the bank. We never sold the first house but are renting it. It is now worth about $120,000. My question to you is: What would the bank do if we spent that money and didn’t pay it back? I am assuming that it would sell the first house that we used as collateral, but the bank would suffer a loss of about $100,000. We live in Florida, and I don’t think they can place a lien or take the second house (the one we live in). My husband thinks the bank would just take the loss. I think the bank would make us pay the difference. Who

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is right? -- J.Q., via email DEAR J.Q.: It’s my opinion that there’s no way the bank would take a hit like that. You have an open line of credit for $220,000. But it’s very unlikely the bank would lend you the money based upon such an old appraisal. Even if that amount were still available to you, it would be clear that you knew the collateral on this piece of property was nowhere near what you were borrowing. I don’t think it would be much of a stretch to prove that you went into such a situation fraudulently. Like a lot of wonderful ideas that sound even better after a couple of cocktails, this is one that’s best forgotten. (Interested in buying or selling a house? Let Bruce Williams’ “House Smart” be your guide. Price: $14.95, plus shipping and handling. Call 800337-2346.) (Send your questions to Smart Money, P.O. Box 2095, Elfers, FL 34680. Send email to bruce@brucewilliams. com. Questions of general interest will be answered in future columns. Owing to the volume of mail, personal replies cannot be provided.)

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The Breckenridge/Wheeler Area Chamber of Commerce IS NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS for the

2011 Distinguished Service Award This award is presented to an individual that you feel has contributed to our community in a way that should be acknowledged. All nominations must be received by:

JANUARY 20, 2012

Please send your nominations to: P.O. Box 293 • Breckenridge, MI 48615

“The Center” Breckenridge, MI THE PERFECT PLACE TO HOST YOUR •Retirement Party •Baby Shower •Birthday Party •Wedding Reception •Family Reunion •Graduation Party •Office Party

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FOR RENT: 2 bdrm apartment in Breckenridge. Includes ap pliances, washer/dryer, nonsmoking. 989-842-3641. FOR SALE - a small lift chair $175, 989-842-5292.

FOR SALE: 1993 Ford F150 XLT w/topper. Extra good shape, 95,000 miles. New brakes & tires on front this summer, $3,000 Call 989842-3067.

ANTIQUE WAREHOUSE and SPECIALTY SHOPPES

1122 Tittabawassee, Saginaw, MI 48604

(989) 755-4343

Open 7 Days • M-Sat. 10-6 • Sun. 12-6

January Display Woodcarvers

Sign up on Facebook (The Loft) & receive a free gift and two punches on your “Vera Card” HELP WANTED - Experi enced counter person pre ferred. Will train right per son. Apply within, Hemlock Parts Plus 989-642-3200.

LIBRARY DIRECTOR - Full Time, Hemlock Rauchholz Memorial Library. Need BA, experience preferred, con tact 989-642-8621. Deadline January 20, 2012. ALL new office space for rent. 145 E. Center St., Ithaca. Large lobby and office. Over all area 18x30. $550/utilities included, 989-996-7701.

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FIREWOOD - Seasoned hardwood Face Cords $50, delivery available for addi tional fee. Lonnie Butcher (989) 842-5165, www.landr butcher@gmail.com.

Firewood: Seasoned Oak, $65/cord. Delivery Available. Call 989-854-0945

FOR RENT: 2 bdrm apart ment in Breckenridge. In cludes appliances, washer/ dryer, non-smoking. 989842-3641. FOR SALE - a small lift chair $175, 989-842-5292.

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www.duclosagency.com

SPLIT HARD FIREWOOD FOR SALE - $50/face cord, unsplit available $30, 989681-5511.

STUDIO APARTMENT FOR RENT - Downtown Ithaca. One bedroom, first floor beau tiful open floor plan. All new & energy efficient. $450/per month plus utilities. Call 989-996-7701 Immediate Occupancy. TOO BUSY TO CLEAN give us a call - walls, windows, floors, we do it all. Specializing in regular cleaning, detail cleaning, residential & commercial, 989-642-6814 or 989-642-2303. Wanted to Buy: Older motorcycles, snowmobiles, boat motors in running and nonrunning condition. 810-3942577.

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EverGreen Hill Tree Farm & Snowplowing

Old Man Winter is coming upon us fast! Don’t get caught in the cold!

LET US PLOW YOUR DRIVE OR BUSINESS LOT! FREE ESTIMATES!

You Have Tried The Rest Now Go With The Best.

25 -$50 Per driveway Senior citizen discount available Salting & Business rates available $

We have 7 “real” plow trucks available! no waiting - 24 hr. service

16310 Frost Road ❄ Hemlock, MI 48626-9605 (Corner of Frost & Hemlock Road) PHONE: (989) 642-3482 ❄ (989) 642-5526

DEWEY’S CARPET AND FURNITURE CLEANERS We use a dry foam extraction method. Cleans deeper, dries real fast. We Scotchguard all carpets and furniture. Lowest price in Central Michigan. FREE deodorizer. 36 years experience. (989) 842-5221

S & J STORAGE - THREE SIZES AVAILABLE. Call 989-681-8115. SPLIT HARD FIREWOOD FOR SALE - $50/face cord, unsplit available $30, 989681-5511.

STUDIO APARTMENT FOR RENT - Downtown Ithaca. One bedroom, first floor beau tiful open floor plan. All new & energy efficient. $450/per month plus utilities. Call 989-996-7701 Immediate Occupancy.

TOO BUSY TO CLEAN give us a call - walls, windows, floors, we do it all. Specializing in regular cleaning, detail cleaning, residential & commercial, 989-642-6814 or 989-642-2303.

FIREWOOD - Seasoned hardwood Face Cords $50, delivery available for addi tional fee. Lonnie Butcher (989) 842-5165, www.landr butcher@gmail.com. Firewood: Seasoned Oak, $65/cord. Delivery Available. Call 989-854-0945

Wanted to Buy: Older motorcycles, snowmobiles, boat motors in running and nonrunning condition. 810-3942577.

Remodeling & Construction

Specializing in Exterior Roofs (Asphalt & Steel) Siding • Decks Pole Barns • Fencing • Garages Installation of garage doors & openers Additions etc. • Free Estimates Call James 989-280-8699 $300-$700 cash for junk vehicles. Will beat other offers. Free pickup on appliances and other scrap metals. Call 643-7060 or 482-0485 DUPLEX APARTMENTHemlock, 2 bdrms., stove/re frigerator furnished, no pets. 989-642-5688. DAVIS AUTO - New and Used Batteries, 30 day war ranty on used batteries, 989643-7015.

DENNIS RICHNAK HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING: Complete installation & Repair. Call 781-4172

ALL new office space for rent. 145 E. Center St., Ithaca. Large lobby and office. Overall area 18x30. $550/utilities included, 989996-7701.

FOR SALE: 2 bedroom, 1 bath with new roof, furnace & air, attached garage. 236 1st Street, Breckenridge, 989-842-5292. FOR SALE: Seasoned mixed hardwood $45/face cord. Tom Mallory 989-6812340. S & J STORAGE - THREE SIZES AVAILABLE. Call 989-681-8115.

Travel Trailers Your After Market Accessories Dealer.

buying scrap

OPEN AY D SATUR 12 O T 8

FREE CAR PICK-UP

(989) 752-7646

1445 N. NIAGARA, SAGINAW SAGINAW * WEST BRANCH * TRAVERSE CITY Open Monday through Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm

Recycling Today for Tomorrow www.rifkin-co.com

• 24 Hr. Service • 10 Trucks to Serve You Immediate Snow Removal • Snow Hauling Affordable Rates • Personal Service Licensed & Insured~FREE Estimates~Senior Discounts

Ne Own w ershi p

ater We C s! e Parti

& Convenience Store

105 S. Center Rd. • Saginaw, MI 48638

LIQUOR

989-249-0511

BEER

WINE

HELP WANTED - Experi enced counter person pre ferred. Will train right per son. Apply within, Hemlock Parts Plus 989-642-3200.

Car & Van Rental

All Grades of Scrap Steel & Iron, Aluminum Copper & Brass, Sheet Iron, Appliances & Cars

COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL SNOW REMOVAL & SALTING

LIBRARY DIRECTOR - Full Time, Hemlock Rauchholz Memorial Library. Need BA, experience preferred, con tact 989-642-8621. Deadline January 20, 2012. SPLIT HARD FIREWOOD FOR SALE - $50/face cord, unsplit available $30, 989681-5511.

CIGARS & PIPE TOBACCO

FRANK’S PAINTING - barn painting, exterior, interior, painting, power washing, drywall, wallpaper, texturized ceilings and walls, 989-2938444.

Service and Repairs on Cars, Trucks, Vans and Motor Homes.

Specializing in Fleet Service.

989-585-1100

Commercial & Residential

7613 Gratiot (In Shields) Saginaw, MI 48609 • (989) 781-1800 FOR RENT: 2 bdrm apart ment in Breckenridge. In cludes appliances, washer/ dryer, non-smoking. 989842-3641. FOR SALE - a small lift chair $175, 989-842-5292.

FOR SALE: 1993 Ford F150 XLT w/topper. Extra good shape, 95,000 miles. New brakes & tires on front this summer, $3,000 Call 989842-3067.

Mt. Pleasant and Saginaw locations 989-773-3473 989-793-5700 www.HammerRestoration.com

STEVE Bowker

Licensed & Insured Builder for all your building needs. New Contruction/remodeling/doors/windows/additions garages/decks/siding/kitchens/baths/roofs

CALL STEVE 989-572-8259 ssbbow@yahoo.com Call for estimates!

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Breckenridge Village Council-Regular Meeting-December 26, 2011

A regular meeting of the Breckenridge Village Council was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Seeley at the Breckenridge High School Media Center. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Roll call was taken by Clerk Suhr. Councilpersons Present: Clapp, Schaub, Sterling, Zimmerman, Seeley Councilpersons Absent: Chapin, Ostrander Staff Present: Manager Jeff Ostrander, Clerk Suhr -Motion to approve the agenda. CARRIED. OLD BUSINESS -Introduction of Water Ordinance – sent to finance committee. NEW BUSINESS -Motion to approve the Water System Payment Applications for Fleis and Vanderbrink. CARRIED. -Motion to approve the Sewer System Payment Applications for Fleis and Vanderbrink. CARRIED. -Motion to approve Land sale of Lot#8 in the Industrial Park to Gemini Capital Mgmt L.L.C. for $22,120.00 CARRIED. -Motion to approve 2011-2012 Budget Amendments. CARRIED. -Motion to form a Website Committee to analyze and reconstruct the Village website. CARRIED.

$250-$600 FOR Junk vehicles. Free pick up on scrap, metal, iron & appliances, 989-643-7366 or 989-482-2677. STUDIO APARTMENT FOR RENT - Downtown Ithaca. One bedroom, first floor beau tiful open floor plan. All new & energy efficient. $450/per month plus utilities. Call 989-996-7701 Immediate Occupancy. Wanted to Buy: Older motorcycles, snowmobiles, boat motors in running and nonrunning condition. 810-3942577.

Drake Accounting & Tax Service -Iris Drake

Enrolled to practice before the Internal Revenue Service Accredited Tax Advisorsm 219 N. Mill St., St. Louis 989-681-0433

The meeting was adjourned by President Seeley at 7:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted Bridget M. Suhr Village Clerk DUPLEX APARTMENTHemlock, 2 bdrms., stove/re frigerator furnished, no pets. 989-642-5688. FIREWOOD - Seasoned hardwood Face Cords $50, delivery available for addi tional fee. Lonnie Butcher (989) 842-5165, www.landr butcher@gmail.com.

Layaway Available

Consignment Sale Bring in your items. Turn over rate 2 to 8 days, “most” items. New/used floor items on clearance. Furniture Gallery 127 W. Main, Carson City 989-584-6888

$300-$700 cash for junk vehicles. Will beat other offers. Free pickup on appliances and other scrap metals. Call 643-7060 or 482-0485 ALL new office space for rent. 145 E. Center St., Ithaca. Large lobby and office. Overall area 18x30. $550/utilities included, 989996-7701.

LaTarte Estate Auction

4541 Gratiot Rd., (M-46) Saginaw (Adjacent to Saginaw Country Club)

Saturday, January 14th @ 10am

*Complete line of home furnishings including: dining & bedroom sets, curio cabinets, antique & contemporary dressers & chests *Home Electronics & household appliances including: Sony Bravia 40” LCD TV (2011), washer/dryer set, etc. *Shop tools & related equipment including: 6000 watt portable generator w/electric start, precision machinest tooling, radial arm saw, jointer, etc. *Hoveround Mobility Chair, electric scooter & related *Collectibles, household & misc. items

SALE TO BE CONDUCTED IN GARAGE AND HOME

Wegner Auctioneers

(989)793-8689 • www.wegnerauctioneers.com

J NYE EXCAVATING:

Residential & commercial. Safety, Quality, Dependability. 989-643-7797. Cell 989-295-0412

BINGO

TOO BUSY TO CLEAN give us a call - walls, windows, floors, we do it all. Specializing in regular cleaning, detail cleaning, residential & commercial, 989-642-6814 or 989-642-2303.

IRA & 401K ROLL OVERS

Merrill Knights of Columbus Every Sunday at 6:30 p.m. We now have “Progressive Bingo” 21520 Gratiot Rd., Merrill * Hall is air conditioned Hall Rental - 842-1128

Call Jim Hurst

Hurst Financial LLC, 303 E. Saginaw St., Breckenridge, MI 48615.

18 years of experience Local 989-842-5098 Toll Free 1-888-415-3213

gohurst.com

Saginaw Valley Shopper, Breckenridge, MI, 1-8-12, Pg. 9

SPECIALS GOOD MONDAY, JAN 9 THRU SUNDAY, JAN 15, 2012 GENERAL MILLS GOLDEN GRAHAMS, FIBER ONE 80 CAL HONEY SQUARE, TOTAL, MULTI GRN CHEERIOS, CHEERIOS• 9-14 OZ.

Clementines

CEREAL

$ 88

2/$

OUR FAMILY 14.5015.25 OZ. GREEN BEANS OR

CORN

5/$

betty crocker • tuna, hamburger or chicken 4.70-7.40 oz.

HELPERS ONIONS 3# yellow

OUR FAMILY 48 OZ.

Tomato Juice

3 99

2/$

our family shredded OR CHUNK 8 OZ.

country fresh 5 qt. pail

CHEESE ICE CREAM

1 5

lay’s 10.0-10.5 oz.

ORE IDA 20-32 OZ. SELECT VARIETIES

Potatoes

6 5

$ 77 $ 99 2/$ fresh boneless skinless lb.

CHICKEN BREAST

Potato Chips

2/$

BONELESS LB.

SIRLOIN PORK CHOPS STEAK STEAK MIXED END CUT LB.

LEAN PORK LB.

1 1

$ 68 $ 48 $ 68 $ 99

Siler’s WWW.SILERSMARKET.COM

OPEN MONDAY - FRIDAY 8 AM- 9 PM SATURDAY 8 AM - 8 PM; SUNDAY OPEN MONDAY - FRIDAY 8 AM-99AM PM - 6 PM 204 E. SAGINAW, • 842-5089 SATURDAY 8 AM - 8BRECKENRIDGE PM; SUNDAY 9 AM - 6 PM Long Distance Customers Call 1-888-5SILERS 204 E. SAGINAW, BRECKENRIDGE • 842-5089 Hot Deli & Fresh Long Distance Customers CallBakery 1-888-5SILERS Hot Deli & Fresh Bakery

Saginaw Valley Shopper, Breckenridge, MI, 1-8-12, Pg. 11

Saginaw Valley Shopper, Breckenridge, MI, 1-8-12, Pg. 10

GROCERY -- GROCERY Tomato CEREAL Juice

DAIRY AND FROZEN - PRODUCE - PRODUCE

OUR FAMILY 46 OZ.

OUR FAMILY 48 OZ. COOKING

GENERAL MILLS GOLDEN GRAHAMS, FBR ONE 80 CAL HONEY SQR, TOTAL, MULTI GRN CHEERIO, CHEERIOS 9-14 OZ.

5 99

2/$

MARZETTI 16 OZ. SELECT VAR.

DRESSING............................... UNCLE BENS 6 OZ. SELECT AR.

Snack Bars FIBER ONE SELECT VAR. 5 CT.

SNACKS

2/$

OUR FAMILY 24 OZ. SELECT VARIETIES

DINNERS

10/$

BREAD

$ 29

$ 69

our family 15 OZ. select var. can w/meat

PASTA

CAKE

$ 99

country fresh 16 oz. select ar.

sour cream............................ $1.79 country fresh 16 oz. select var.

chip & veggie dips............................ $1.79 country fresh gallon

orange juice....................... country fresh round 6 pk. select var.

ice cream sandwiches........................... 2/$3 our family 5 lb. crinkle cut

COUNTRY FRESH 1/2% LOWFAT OR FAT FREE GALLON

FRIES MILK

Orange Juice

2/$

$2.99

ONIONS

FLORIDA’S NATURAL SELECT VAR. 59 OZ.

Clementines

$ 88

4# NAVEL

ORANGES.......................... $2.49

1# CLAMSHELL

9 OZ. DOLE CLASSIC ROMAINE, 12 OZ. GREENER SELECT OR 11 OZ. JUST LETTUCE

Biscuits Strawberries pillsbury grand buttermilk 10.20 oz.

SALAD.................................2/$4

ROMA LB.

2/$ 10/$ 4

TOMATOES. ....................... $1.29 GREEN LB.

CABBAGE.............................. .49¢ 5 LB. REDS & YUKON GOLD

POTATOES. ....................... $3.99 8 OZ. BABY BELLA WHOLE OR SLICED

MUSHROOMS. .....................2/$4 12 OZ. BIRDOLA

BIRDSEED BELLS................. $1.79 2# BIRDOLA LARGE

FEED CAKES....................... $3.99 washington red delicious, gold delicious, fuji, braeburn, jonagold lb. OUR FAMILY SHREDDED OR CHUNK 8 OZ.

CHEESE

$ 77

ore ida 20-32 oz. select varieties

country fresh 5 qt. pail

Potatoes Ice Cream

5 5

2/$

BOGO BUY 1 GET 1 BREADS.......................................... free AUNT MILLIES 8 CT. DELUXE BUY 1 GET 1 BOGO BUY 1 AT $3.19 GET 1 FREE BUNS.............................................. free SARA LEE 20 OZ.

2/$

WHOLE GRAIN WHITE OR WHEAT BREAD. .................... $1.79 NABISCO SELECT VAR.. 4.44-4.68 OZ.

LAY’S SELECT VAR. 10.0-10.5 OZ.

Potato Tiger Tails Chips $ 39

red box entrees.................. 5/$10

AUNT MILLIE’S HEALTHY GOODNESS 16-20 OZ. BUY 1 AT $3.29 GET 1 FREE

VANILLA & CHOCOLATE 4 CT.

PLAIN OR SUGAR FREE 10 OZ. ANGEL FOOD

stouffer select var. 6-12 oz.

2/$

$ 99

89bakery - POP - SNACKS ¢

SOUP

ROLLS english muffin 16 oz.

FRUIT

Mac & Cheese

campbell SELECT HARVEST select var. 18.60 oz.

6 CT. HARD

creamers................................. 2/$4

OUR FAMILY DELUXE SHL & CHD OR REG 12-14 OZ.

SYRUP

coffeemate 16 oz. flavored select var.

3# yellow

1 89

bakery -- BAKERY

EGGS

$ 29

HUNGRY JACK SELECT VAR. 27.60 OZ.

$ 69

OUR FAMILY 18 CT. LARGE

OUR FAMILY REG OR UNSALTED 16 OZ.

OUR FAMILY CANNED SELECT VAR. 15-15.25 OZ.

JUICE

bagels.................................... $1.77

3 $449 $ 99 2 CRACKERS

4/$

$ 99

OUR FAMILY 64 OZ. FRESH PRESS APPLE

our family 12-16 oz. select varieties

$ 39

BEANS

3 2

5/$

SOUP

5/$

OUR FAMILY 15 OZ. SELECT VAR

OUR FAMILY MAC & CHEESE 5.50-7.25 OZ.

OUR FAMILY TOMATO OR CHICKEN NOODLE 10.50-10.75 OZ.

$ 29

2/$

Pasta Sauce PASTA

10/$

CORN

HELPER

TUNA

?? TOMATOES

BETTY CROCKER TUNA, HAMBURG OR CHICKEN 4.70-7.40 OZ.

our family 5 oz. chunk water

5 79

2/$

our family 28 oz. TOMATO SAUCE OR

MILK & CEREAL BARS. ............... 2/$5

NATURE VALLEY 6 CT.

OUR FAMILY CANNED 14.50-15.25 OZ. GREEN BEANS OR

spread bowls......................... 2/$3 lender select var. 6 ct.

$ 99

5/$

GENERAL MILLS SELECT VAR. 6 CT.

$2.49 RICE SIDES............................... 2/$3 HUNGRY JACK 28-32 OZ. SELECT VAR. PANCAKE MIX. ......................... $1.99 our family 10.50-10.75 oz. select Var. soup.......................................... .89¢ our family pcs & stems reg or no salt 4 oz. mushrooms............................ 3/$2 our family 15.50 oz. sloppy joe sauce.................... .89¢

OIL

land o lakes select var. 7-8 oz.

2/$

100 CALORIE PACKS. ....................2/$4

COKE Products

2/$

TOWNHOUSE CRACKERS..............2/$5 SELECT VAR. 6.3 OZ.

FIBER PLUS....................................2/$5 plus dep. 12 pk. 12 oz. cans CHIP DELUXE COOKIES................2/$5 little debbie select var.

big pack snacks.........................2/$6

or 8 pk. 16.9 oz. bottles

PEPSI Products

3/$

DOZEN

8 OZ. DOLE SHREDDED

LETTUCE ROSES

3 9

2/$

plus dep. 2 liter bottles

KEEBLER SELECT VAR. 9.5-16.0 OZ.

KEEBLER SELECT VAR. 13.3-14.5 OZ.

APPLES

$ 99

Household, Health & Beauty OUR FAMILY 50 OZ.

Laundry

OUR FAMILY 12 CT. ULTRA 12 ROLLS OR DELUXE 12 CT.

our family 8 ct.

PAPER BATH Detergent TISSUE TOWELS

5 4

2/$

$ 99 $ 99

OUR FAMILY 34 OZ. SELECT VAR.

FABRIC SOFTENER........... $2.99 OUR FAMILY 40 CT. SHEETS

FABRIC SOFTENER...............99¢ our family 96 oz. select varieties

BLEACH

$ 79

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This weeks “HOT DELI”

FRESH BONELESS SKINLESS LB.

Chicken Breast

Monday Monday

$ 68

copperwood bulk mild lb.

colby cheese...................................... $3.49 turkey breast................................... $4.69 bulk reg macaroni & mac-n-cheddar lb.

Tuesday

salads................................................... $2.69

Lasagna

eckrich 14 oz. smoked & polish

sausage..................................................2/$5

Wednesday

our family jumbo 1 lb. pkg.

hot dogs................................................$1.19

Pot Roast

10 lb. box #2

Thursday

bacon....................................................$17.99

Meatloaf

Friday

mas bueano 1 lb. roll

chorizo................................................ $2.99

Salisbury Steak

Pork Chops

mozzerella cheese....................... $3.29 copperwood honey smoked lb.

Wet Burritos

mixed end cut lb.

bulk lb.

ECKRICH DELI SLICED REG & HONEY LB.

HAM

$ 48

$ 99 Siler’s has Hot SOUP & CHILI by the cup

lean pork lb.

STEAKS

BONELESS ENGLISH CUT BEEF LB.

ROAST

$ 29

TENDER LB. T-BONE

STEAKS

TRAY PACK CHICKEN LB.

Drumsticks

$ 68

i.q.f. lb.

pollock FILLETS............... $1.69 boston butt pork shoulder lb.

roast.................................... $1.68

$ 99

meaty country style finger lb.

RIBS

fresh boneless skinless lb.

Chicken Breast STEAKS

SILERS FRESH LEAN 5 LB PKG.

Ground Beef

$ 29

Turkey Breast

$ 59

STEAKS

BONELESS LB. DENVER

honeysuckle frozen lb.

boneless sirloin lb.

$ 68 SILERS HOMEMADE BULK BREAKFAST LB.

SAUSAGE

99 $ 99

ATTENTION DEER HUNTERS!

TENDER BABY BACK PORK LB.

Spare Ribs

koegels bulk sliced large lb.

BOLOGNA

$ 99

KOEGELS SKINLESS 4 LB. PKG.

FRANKS

10 $ 29 3

KOEGELS RING LB.

BOLOGNA

We now have Video Rentals

Deer Processing will be done again this season!

65 PLUS THE HIDE

Call 989-842-5089 For Drop Off Time

Ask for Kurt or BJ

Check our new releases!!!

Saginaw Valley Shopper, Breckenridge, MI, 1-8-12, Pg. 13

Every Auto-Owners policy comes with a local agent!

FOR SALE: 1993 Ford F150 XLT w/topper. Extra good shape, 95,000 miles. New brakes & tires on front this summer, $3,000 Call 989842-3067.

Breckenridge Insurance Agency

FOR SALE: 2 bedroom, 1 bath with new roof, furnace & air, attached garage. 236 1st Street, Breckenridge, 989-842-5292.

-------------------------of Michigan------------------------126 Eaton St., PO Box 548 • Breckenridge, MI 48615

989-842-3161

FOR SALE: Seasoned mixed hardwood $45/face cord. Tom Mallory 989-6812340.

www.biaofmi.com

FRANK’S PAINTING - barn painting, exterior, interior, painting, power washing, drywall, wallpaper, texturized ceilings and walls, 989-2938444.

& Stump Removal

Gary Carman

Owner / Operator

Taking Pride in our Exceptional “Clean Up!”

$300-$700 cash for junk vehicles. Will beat other offers. Free pickup on appliances and other scrap metals. Call 643-7060 or 482-0485

Wanted to Buy: Older motorcycles, snowmobiles, boat motors in running and nonrunning condition. 810-3942577.

NEW LOCATION 115 E. Center St., Ithaca

875-2255

Remote Startewithrthissad $

149

some vehicles require additional by-pass

Lifetime Warranty Parts & Labor

5735 N. State Rd. Alma, MI 48801 989-463-JTS1 (5871)

Regular Business Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 am-6 pm Sat.: 9 am-2 pm

www.jtselect.com

TOO BUSY TO CLEAN give us a call - walls, windows, floors, we do it all. Specializing in regular cleaning, detail cleaning, residential & commercial, 989-642-6814 or 989-642-2303.

PLANE JANE’S TRAVEL jmyers24m@aol.com 989-842-3135 Booking cruises Air - Packages Hotel - Rental Cars

CHRISTIAN COUNSELING/LIFE COACHING RELATIONSHIPS, STRESS, ABUSES, ADDICTIONS, MORE. FLEXIBLE FEES. LARRY HOARD, BA. 989-842-3982, christianlifecoaching.net

roberts

DENNIS RICHNAK HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING: Complete installation & Repair. Call 781-4172

POLAR CONSTRUCTION - Your Exterior Specialist:Siding, custom windows & seamless gutters. 989-233-2701

989-643-7200

New Hours: Mon.-Thur. 11am-1pm, 4pm-10pm Fri. 11am-10pm, Sat. & Sun. 4pm-10pm

Buy a regular sub sandwich & get a regular Breadstick FREE

* not valid with any other offer. One per person, per order, limit one your choice

~Merrill Location Only~

Expiration Date 1-9-12 • Must present coupon

C o m p l e t e A u t o D e ta i l i n g • Hand Wax • Interior Shampoo • Fabric Protection

•Paint Chip Repair

Driveways • Pole Barns • Concrete Removal Agricultural • Commercial • Foundations • Block Cultured Stone • Brick • Drain Fields • Site Work • Basements

Steve Zaleski 6918 Jerome Rd. Alma, MI 48801

FIREWOOD - Seasoned hard wood Face Cords $50, deliv ery available for additional fee. Lonnie Butcher (989) 842-5165, www.landrbutch er@gmail.com.

117 N. Midland St., Merrill

Touch Of Color, LLC • Hand Wash • Buffing • Engine Wash

DUPLEX APARTMENT- Hem lock, 2 bdrms., stove/refrig erator furnished, no pets. 989-642-5688.

Main Street Pizza

concrete/masonry & excavation

989-842-5451 • BRECKENRIDGE

DAVIS AUTO - New and Used Batteries, 30 day warranty on used batteries, 989-6437015.

COUPON

8426 N. Wheeler Wheeler, MI 48662 (989) 330-9782 cell 25 yrs. Experienced Free Estimates License / Insured

Precious Memories Bridal & Tux Shoppe

COUPON

S & J STORAGE - THREE SIZES AVAILABLE. Call 989-681-8115. SPLIT HARD FIREWOOD FOR SALE - $50/face cord, unsplit available $30, 989681-5511.

Full Line of Designer Tuxedos for your special occasions

Tuxedos Tuxedos Tuxedos Tuxedos Tuxedos

License#R14123

Carman’s Tree Service

LIBRARY DIRECTOR - Full Time, Hemlock Rauchholz Memorial Library. Need BA, experience preferred, con tact 989-642-8621. Deadline January 20, 2012.

Tuxedos Tuxedos Tuxedos Tuxedos Tuxedos

Tuxedos Tuxedos Tuxedos

FOR RENT: 2 bdrm apart ment in Breckenridge. In cludes appliances, washer/ dryer, non-smoking. 989842-3641.

Huskie Softball Gun Raffle 5 Guns • $10 a ticket For tickets call Mark Gulliver at 615-6783 Argil Willman at 289-0451

COUPON

Firewood: Seasoned Oak, $65/cord. Delivery Available. Call 989-854-0945

HELP WANTED - Experi enced counter person pre ferred. Will train right per son. Apply within, Hemlock Parts Plus 989-642-3200.

Tuxedos Tuxedos Tuxedos

DAVIS AUTO - New and Used Batteries, 30 day war ranty on used batteries, 989643-7015.

Cell: (989) 560-9259 Phone (989) 463-6500

FOR RENT: 2 bdrm apart ment in Breckenridge. In cludes appliances, washer/ dryer, non-smoking. 989842-3641. FOR SALE - a small lift chair $175, 989-842-5292.

FOR SALE: 1993 Ford F150 XLT w/topper. Extra good shape, 95,000 miles. New brakes & tires on front this summer, $3,000 Call 989842-3067.

$250-$600 FOR Junk vehicles. Free pick up on scrap, metal, iron & appliances, 989-643-7366 or 989-482-2677.

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village council village of breckenridge gratiot county, michigan ordinance no. 157 ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 154 - AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF SEWER SYSTEM REVENUE BONDS, BY THE VILLAGE OF BRECKENRIDGE PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF ACT 94 OF THE PUBLIC ACTS OF MICHIGAN OF 1933, AS AMENDED, FOR THE PURPOSE OF UNDERTAKING IMPROVEMENTS TO THE VILLAGE’S SEWER SYSTEM; TO PRESCRIBE THE FORM OF BONDS; TO PROVIDE FOR THE PAYMENT AND SECURITY OF SAID BONDS; TO PROVIDE FOR THE RIGHTS OF THE HOLDER OF SAID BONDS AND ENFORCEMENT THEREOF; AND OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO SAID BONDS. WHEREAS, this Village Council, by Ordinance No. 154 adopted on November 22, 2010 (the “Bond Ordinance”), authorized the issuance of bonds (the “Series 2010 Bonds”) in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $4,903,000 to pay part of the costs of improvements to the Village’s sewage disposal system (the “System”); and WHEREAS, it is necessary to amend the Bond Ordinance as hereinafter provided. THE VILLAGE OF BRECKENRIDGE ORDAINS, as follows: 1.

AMENDMENTS TO BOND ORDINANCE. The following is substituted for and in the place of Sections 1(m) and 4 of the Bond

Ordinance: “1.

DEFINITIONS. Whenever used in this Ordinance, except when otherwise indicated by the context: *****

(m)

“Series 2010 Bonds” means the bonds of the Village authorized by Sections 3 and 4 of this Ordinance.

***** BOND DETAILS. The Series 2010 Bonds shall issued in two series.

(a) The first series of the Series 2010 Bonds shall be issued in the form of one fully-registered bond in the principal amount of $2,800,000 that shall be designated “Sewer System Revenue Bond, Series 2010” and shall be payable out of the Net Revenues, as more fully set forth in Section 5 hereof. Such series of the Series 2010 Bonds shall be sold to and registered in the name of the United States of America acting through the United States Department of Agriculture, Rural Development (“Rural Development”) in furtherance of Rural Development’s program to provide low-interest rate, long-term loans for eligible projects (the “Program”). This Council hereby determines that the Program and the delivery of such series of the Series 2010 Bonds directly to the United States of America as provided in this Ordinance will provide the Village with the lowest cost of borrowing money for the Project. Such series of the Series 2010 Bonds shall be dated as of the date of their delivery to the United States of America. This Council hereby ratifies and confirms the actions of the President in approving the terms of such series of the Series 2010 Bonds, which series of the Series 2010 Bonds were issued to the United States of America on December 14, 2010. The principal amount of such series of the Series 2010 Bonds shall bear interest from the date a principal payment is received from the purchaser of such series of the Series 2010 Bonds as shown on the registration grid at a rate equal to 2.25% per annum, as determined by the President at the time of sale, payable on the first day of June and December in each year commencing on June 1, 2011. As determined by the President at the time of sale of such series of the Series 2010 Bonds, the principal installments of such series of the Series 2010 Bonds shall be due on December 1 in each year as follows: PAYMENT DATE DECEMBER 1 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030

AMOUNT $44,000 45,000 46,000 47,000 48,000 49,000 50,000 51,000 52,000 54,000 55,000 56,000 57,000 59,000 60,000 61,000 63,000 64,000 65,000 67,000

PAYMENT DATE DECEMBER 1 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 2041 2042 2043 2044 2045 2046 2047 2048 2049 2050

AMOUNT $68,000 70,000 72,000 73,000 75,000 77,000 78,000 80,000 82,000 84,000 86,000 87,000 89,000 91,000 94,000 96,000 98,000 100,000 102,000 105,000

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(b) The second series of the Series 2010 Bonds shall be issued in the form of one fully-registered bond in the principal amount of not to exceed $2,103,000, as determined by the President at the time of sale, shall be designated “Sewer System Revenue Bond, Series 2011” and shall be payable out of the Net Revenues, as more fully set forth in Section 5 hereof. Such series of the Series 2010 Bonds shall be sold to and registered in the name of the United States of America acting through Rural Development in furtherance of the Program. This Council hereby determines that the Program and the delivery of such series of the Series 2010 Bonds directly to the United States of America as provided in this Ordinance will provide the Village with the lowest cost of borrowing money for the Project. Such series of the Series 2010 Bonds shall be dated as of the date of their delivery to the United States of America. The principal amount of such series of the Series 2010 Bonds shall bear interest from the date a principal payment is received from the purchaser of such series of the Series 2010 Bonds as shown on the registration grid at a rate not to exceed 2.375% per annum, as determined by the President at the time of sale, payable on the first day of June and December in each year as determined by the President at the time of sale. The principal installments of such series of the Series 2010 Bonds shall be due on December 1 in such years as shall be determined by the President at the time of sale, provided that the final principal installment shall be due not later than December 1, 2051.” 2.

AMENDMENT TO FORM OF SERIES 2010 BONDS. The form of Series 2010 Bonds in Section 20 of the Bond Ordinance shall

be amended to conform to the foregoing amendments to the Bond Ordinance. 3.

RATIFICATION OF BOND ORDINANCE; REPEAL; SAVINGS CLAUSE. The Bond Ordinance, as amended herein, is ratified

and confirmed. All other ordinances, resolutions and orders and parts thereof insofar as they may be in conflict herewith are hereby rescinded. 4.

PUBLICATION AND RECORDATION. This Ordinance shall be published in full once in a newspaper of general circulation in

the Village promptly after its adoption and shall be recorded in the minutes of the meeting of the Council at which this Ordinance was adopted. Such recording shall be authenticated by the signatures of the President and the Clerk. 5.

EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its adoption.

Adopted and signed on the 28th day of February, 2011.

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Charles D. Seeley President

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Bridget M. Suhr Clerk

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I hereby certify that the foregoing constitutes a true and complete copy of an Ordinance duly adopted by the Village Council of the Village

of Breckenridge, County of Gratiot, Michigan, at a regular meeting held on February 28, 2011, and that the meeting was conducted and public notice was given pursuant to and in full compliance with the Open Meetings Act, being Act 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976 (the “Act”), and that the minutes of the meeting were kept and will be or have been made available as required by the Act.

I further certify that the following Councilmembers voted for adoption of said Ordinance: _______Anderson, Chapin, Ostrander, Schaub,

Sterling, Zimmerman, Seeley____ and that the following Councilmembers voted against adoption of said Ordinance: ______________None___ __________________________________________.

I further certify that said Ordinance has been recorded in the Ordinance Book of the Village and that such recording has been authenticated

by the signatures of the President and Village Clerk.

Dated: _February 28_, 2011

Bridget M. Suhr Clerk Village of Breckenridge

Obituaries

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James Soucie Age 86, of St. Louis, passed away December 28, 2011 at Schnepp Health Care in St. Louis. Jim was born July 31, 1925 in Windsor, Canada to James and Winifred (Mullin) Soucie. He married Jean Hutchinson on December 3, 1983. He attended Alma College and Central Michigan University earning his Masters Degree. Jim was a very accomplished artist. He taught art classes at Montcalm Community College. He served his country during WWII in the Navy and was involved with the Boy Scouts of America. Jim was a member of Mt. St. Joseph Catholic Church in St. Louis. He was a very devote man. Jim was one of the first social action ministers in the Saginaw diocese appointed by Bishop Utener. His ministry helped him to start the Office of Human Services in St. Louis. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 2966 and the St.

Louis ministerial Association. He is survived by his wife Jean of St. Louis, two sons Mike (JoAnn) Soucie of Pasadena, CA., Jim (Kathy) Soucie of Paradise, CA., five daughters Denise Jensen of Las Vegas, NV., Jeanine Soucie of Philadelphia, PA., Ricki (Taoufik) Nadji of Interlochen, Robin (Jim) Deyarmond of Stuart, FL., Rhonda (John) Carter of Carson City, NV. Also 26 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at 11 am at Mt. St. Joseph Catholic Church in St. Louis. Visitation was held Tuesday from 6-8 pm with a prayer service at 7:30 pm at the Lux Funeral Home of St. Louis. Memorials may be made to the Office of Human Services.

Bernard Parker Dawson (1920-2011)

His parents and step-father, August Kadwell, preceded him in death. Step brothers Albert, Lawrence, and Howard Kadwell, also preceded him. Bernard served in the U.S. Army during World War II, and he was a Mason. He loved hunting, fishing, golfing, baseball, bowling, and liked riding horses. Bernard and his wife Vivian retired from owning and managing the K and D Furniture store and Dawson’s Department Store in Farwell, in 1988, after 36 years in business. Bernard is survived by his wife of 65 years, Vivian I.; two children, Dennis (Fang) Dawson of Littleton, CO and Lynda (John) Luebkert, of Breckenridge, MI. One grand child, Andrew J. (Lynsey) Lockwood, of Iowa; one great-grand child, Chase Russell Lockwood. One step-grand child Mu Heng Li of Colorado. One sister-in-law, Elmira Fletcher. Several nieces, nephews, and cousins. You may view Bernard’s obituary online and send a condolence to the family, light a memorial candle, or place a memorial donation at www.clarkfuneralchapel. com.

Bernard P. Dawson, age 91, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening. Funeral services were held at Clark Funeral Chapel in Mt. Pleasant on Monday, January 2, 2012, at 11 a.m. with Pastor Terry Hose officiating. Internment followed at Surrey Twp. Cemetery in Farwell. Visitation was on Sunday, January 1, 2012 from 3 - 5 p.m. and on Monday, January 2, 2012, from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Isabella County Medical Care Facility. Envelopes were available at the funeral chapel. Bernard was born on April 9, 1920 in Pontiac to Berniece and Gordon Dawson.

Elizabeth “Liz” Gregus

Age 60, of Merrill, passed away Monday, January 2, 2012 at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Alma. Liz was born September 23, 1951 in Alma the daughter of Don and Annie Allen. She graduated from Breckenridge High School in 1969. She married Joseph Gregus on July 28, 1993 at Lake Tahoe, NV. Liz worked for over 15 years as a Collections Officer, AVP at the Isabella Bank in -Helen Betty Emeott-

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Emeott; Christopher and Mandy Emeott; four great grandchildren, Mia, Ava, Zachary and Haley; a sister, Laura Pauler; several nieces and nephews. Four brothers and sisters have predeceased her. The funeral liturgy took place at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 5, 2012 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 1035 N. River Rd. Rev. David Parsch officiated with entombment in Oakwood Mausoleum. Friends called at the W. L. Case and Co. Funeral Chapel, 201 N. Miller Rd. from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday where the parish vigil service was held at 7:00 p.m. Friends then called at the Church from 9:00 a.m. Thursday until the time of the funeral liturgy. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the charity of their choice. www.casefuneralhome.com

Hemlock, Michigan Passed away Sunday, January 1, 2012, at her home. Age 84 years. Helen Betty Helm was born July 22, 1927 in Birch Run, Michigan. She married Francis Emeott, September 25, 1948. He survives her. She was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Surviving besides her husband are a son and his wife, Randy and Mary Emeott, Hemlock, MI; three grandchildren and their spouses, Craig and Tina Emeott; Jill

James R. “Jimbo” Farison (1943-2011)

James “Jimbo” R. Farison, 68, of Shepherd, died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2011 at the Florida Hospital Waterman in Tavares, Fla. He was born on Jan. 2, 1943 in Oil City, son of the late, James E. and Audrey C. (Purtill) Farison Bandurske. Jim attended St. Louis High School, graduating in 1962. He married the former Elizabeth A. Wilcox on April 22, 1967 in Midland. Jim was employed with the Michigan Department of Transportation as an inspector, retiring in 1997 after 34 years of service. He then when on to work with Wilcox Associates. Jim loved working on cars, going to car shows, hanging out with his Oil City buddies, hunting, fishing and going to casinos. Surviving in addition to his wife, Liz,

Norma J. (Cofman) Essex (1932-2012) Norma J. Essex, 79, of Alma passed away at her home on New Year’s Day, surrounded by her loved ones. A Memorial Service for Norma was held at the Alma VFW Hall on Thursday, Jan. 5 at 11 a.m. Pastor Randy Brandon officiated. Norma was born in Muskegon on April 7, 1932 to Dewey and Helen (Jones) Coffman. She was a bus driver for Alma Schools for 22 years. Norma was an active member of the Alma VFW and volunteered at the Alma Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed gardening and bird watching. Norma was a loving mother, grandmother and friend and will be dearly missed. Surviving Norma are three sons, Darrell (Maxine) Stray-

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of 44 years is his daughter and son-in-law, Tammy and Edward Haskins of Midland; grandchildren, James, Megan and Erica Haskins; brother, Larry D. and Linda Farison of Shepherd; sister, Linda A. and Robert Geeseman of Brooklyn, Mich.; step-brother, Dan Bandurske and his partner Tim Schnaidt of Beverly Hills, Mich.; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, James and Audrey, Jim’s step-father, Leonard S. Bandurske preceded him in death. Funeral services took place at 11 a.m., Wednesday Jan. 4, 2012 from the Ware-SmithWoolever Funeral Home, 1200 W. Wheeler St., Midland. Pastor Mark Beers and Pastor Fred Becknell officiated with burial in Midland Cemetery. Jim’s family received friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2 to 8 p.m. and on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the American Diabetes Association in Jim’s memory. www.waresmithwoolever. com.

er of Riverdale, Kenneth (Lou) Essex of Owosso, and Fordson J. Essex of Breckenridge; three daughters, Faye Strayer of Alma, Jewel (Ray) Roller of Copperas Cove, Texas and Lucretia “Crickett” (Dale) Hamilton of St. Louis; two sisters, Margaret (Rod) Larson and Ethel Ross; one brother, Alvin (Elaine) Coffman; 14 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren. Preceding Norma in death were her husband, Fordson; her son, John Strayer; her daughter, Colleen Mallory; and her daughter-in-law, Michelle Essex. Memorial contributions may be made to MidMichigan Home Care-Hospice. The family is being served by the Dewey Funeral Home of Alma.

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Edie Parsons

On December 31, 2011, Edie Parsons went to be with her Savior after a three-year battle with lung pulmonary fibrosis. She is now celebrating in Glory Land and is smelling the roses and blowing out the candles. Edie is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Raymond Parsons, whom she married on April 25, 1959, in Germany. When Ray’s tour of duty with the U.S. Air Force was completed, she and Ray moved to Freeland, before residing in Midland in 1961. She was an excellent homemaker, loving and caring wife, mother, and Oma. She enjoyed women’s league bowling at Northern Lanes for many years, aquasize at Four Seasons Health Club, and lunch with the Wendy’s group and many other friends. She loved baking her famous chocolate chip cookies for all of her grandchildren and camping with family and friends. She was known to her grandchildren and other young children as Oma. Edie attended Merrill Wesleyan Church for many years, and has many friends there. Edie is also survived by three children, Marianne (Cliff) Samuel of Hemlock,

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- Merrill, Michigan - Passed away Saturday, December 31, 2011, at St. Mary’s of Michigan. Age 82 years. Georgia was born May 12, 1929 in Santa Barbara, California. She leaves a daughter, Judy (Stadler) Leveto, and a son, Leonard (Sharon) Stadler; five grandchildren, George Leveto, Kari, Lisa, John (Tiffany), and Phillip Stadler;

Bill (Lynda) Parsons of Midland, and Alice (Mark) Krueger of Midland. She is also survived by a sister, Angelika (Jurgen) Becker; and niece, Iris (Gerhard) Schenk, all of Germany. Edie has nine grandchildren, Jennifer (Lance) Schroeder of Hale, Steven Kempl of Midland, Mauria (Mike) Adomeit of Midland, Troy Samuel (and close friend Tammy) of Sugar Grove, Ill., Stacie Samuel of Hemlock, Brandon (Charity) Parsons of Midland, Seth (Rose) Samuel of Saginaw, Mark Krueger II and Michael Krueger of Midland. She also has 15 greatgrandchildren, Matt, Collin, Tyler and Riley Schroeder, Isabella, Hannah, and Avery Kempl, Sarah, Renee, Andrea and Jayme Chad, Jason and Kaylee Adomeit, and Clover and Camdyn Parsons. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Wilhelm and Minna (Pichman) Schulz; and sisters, Gretel Schulz and Hilda Weisharr, all of Germany. Funeral services took place at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2012, at the Merrill Wesleyan Church, 3765 N. Chapin Road, Merrill. Pastor Dale Kessler and Pastor Scott Bills officiated, with private family burial in Poseyville Cemetery. Edie’s family received friends on Tuesday from 2-4 and 68 p.m., at the Ware-SmithWoolever Funeral Home, 1200 W. Wheeler St., and at the church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to time of services. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the Merrill Wesleyan Church Missions Group. www. waresmithwoolever.com

six great-grandchildren, Andrew, Nicholas, Zoe, Ethan, Alexander and Andrew. She was predeceased by her husband, George Stadler, her brother, Howard Doan Jr., and her sister, Victoria Johnson-Simpson. Funeral service took place at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at Zion Lutheran Church, 17927 Dice Road, Hemlock. Rev. Paul Hauser officiated with burial in Richland Lutheran Cemetery. Her family received friends at the church on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Her family requests no flowers be sent. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider Zion Lutheran Church. www.casefuneralhome.com

Obituaries Susan M. Parsons

Age 52, of St. Louis, MI died Friday, December 30th, 2011 at University of Michigan Medical Center, Ann Arbor. Funeral Services were held at Resurrection Life Church in St. Louis, MI on Thursday, January 5th at 11:00 A.M. Burial took place at Oak Grove Cemetery, St. Louis, MI. Visitation was held on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 from 6-8 P.M. and Wednesday, January 4, 2012 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM. at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis Chapel. Susan was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on November 21, 1959, the daughter of Calvin and Maureen (Robinson) Willey. She was a graduate of Port Huron Northern High School with the class of 1977. Sue married Robert Parsons on August 24, 1979 in Yale, MI. She resided most of her adult life in St. Louis, and provided daycare for 17 -Glenn (Ted) JesseSaginaw, Michigan Passed away Saturday, December 31, 2011, at Covenant-Cooper. Age 70 years. The son of the late Ruby Cleona (Tessman) and Lawton Jesse was born September 11, 1941 in Harrison, Michigan, living in Saginaw all of his life. He married Shirley A. Pettit, March 9, 1968. She survives him. He was employed by the City of Saginaw retiring with about 30 years of service. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing. Surviving besides his wife, Shirley, are a daughter, two sons and their spouses, Toni and Mike Roenicke; Timothy and Dineen Brown, Saginaw, MI; Glenn Jesse Jr. and his wife, Lisa, Freeland, MI; A son-in-law, Hank Forge, Saginaw, MI; 13 grandchildren, Rick Brown III; Dustin, Melisa, Marshall Brown; Dr. Michael Michutka; SPC. Christopher Brown, serving with the U.S. Army in Afghanistan; Tyler Brown; Meagan, Mikayla and Madison Jesse; Jessica, Edward

years to many local children. Sue enjoyed scrapbooking, reading, and treasured spending time with her family & friends. She also enjoyed time on Lake Michigan beaches, and was a faithful member of Resurrection Life Church. She is survived by her husband, Bob Parsons of St. Louis, MI; father, Calvin Willey of Lake Port, MI; 4 children, Mollie and Tom Heine of Lansing, MI; Chad and Carley Parsons of Williamston, MI; Megan and Kevin Packard of Kalamazoo, MI; Benjamin Parsons of St. Louis, MI; 4 brothers, David and Rhonda Willey of Port Huron, MI; Mark and Lezlee Willey of Grand Blanc, MI; Eric and Donna Willey of Mt. Clemens, MI; Tim and Vicki Willey of Romeo, MI; sister, Renee and Brad Morris of Wales, MI; parents in law Larry and Carolyn Parsons; brother in law Mike and Nancy Parsons of St. Louis, MI; sister in law Liz and Bob Solomon of Grand Ledge, MI; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis Chapel in St. Louis, Michigan. and Cheyenne Forge; seven sisters, three brothers and their spouses, Ruby and Hank Messner; Lila Podojak; Linda and Dan Van Sickle, Goldie Garchow, Esther Stack, Alta Gauthier, Loretta Jesse; Owen and Judy Jesse, Leary Garchow, Dale and Geri Garchow; many nieces, nephews and his dear friend, Louise Spica. He was predeceased by a daughter, Shirley Ann Forge; a son, Richard Lee Brown Jr. and two brothers, Miles Jesse and David Garchow. The funeral service took place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 5, 2012 at W. L. Case and Co. Funeral Chapel, 4480 Mackinaw Rd. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery. Friends called at the Chapel from 5:00-9:00 p.m. Wednesday and then on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider the American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Assoc. www.casefuneralhome.com

Linda J. (Peters) Baracy (1957-2011)

Linda J. Baracy, age 54, of Riverdale, Mich. passed away on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011. A Memorial Service for Linda was held at Doig Chapel, Masonic Pathways in Alma on Tuesday, Jan. 3 at 10:30 a.m. Pastor George Showers of Seville Community Church of God officiated. The family received visitors at the Dewey Funeral Home in Alma on Monday, Jan. 2 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. with an Elks’ Memorial Service at 7:30 p.m. Linda was born in Alma on July 12, 1957 to Wesley and Joanne (Dewey) Peters. She graduated from Alma High School in 1975 and attended Michigan State University. She then married Rick Pratt and together they had two children, Alison and Amy. She worked for Dr. Gervin and Commercial Bank for a number of years. For 23 years she was employed by Lobdell Emery, starting as a purchasing clerk and progressing to assistant Vice President. Shortly after the closing of Lobdell Emery, she began working at the State Road Animal Hospital in Alma. In 1995 she married Gari Baracy in Lake Tahoe. They lived on the Pine River in Court, Michael R. Mt. Pleasant, MI

Our beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend passed away Sunday, January 1, 2012 at the age of 46 years. Michael was born on December 13, 1965 in Carson City, Michigan. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1986 -1990 during the Gulf War. Michael was employed for 17 years with Meridian Automotive. He enjoyed sports, music, scary movies and spending time with his grandson. Surviving are his children; Christy, Nichole, Caleb; grandson Damien; his mother and step-father; Carol A. (Mur-

the Riverdale area, where they hosted the Thum, the Dewey, and the Peters Family Reunions for many years. Since her youth she was active with Alma Elks’ Lodge #1400 which provided her the opportunity to showcase her many talents. She was co-captain of the Alma Elk’s Relay For Life team for many years. Linda was a loving, caring wife, mother, sister, daughter and friend, always putting others before herself. She never asked anything in return. Surviving Linda are her husband, Gari; her daughters, Alison Pratt of Fox River Grove, Ill. and Amy Pratt of Rochester Hills, Mich.; her mother, Joanne Peters of St. Louis, Mich.; her brothers, Douglas (Carol) Peters of Temperance, Mich. and David (Cheryl) Peters of Caro, Mich.; her mother-in-law, Belva (Don) Knapp; her father-in-law, Melvin (Dawne) Baracy; her stepson, Heath (Sheila) Baracy; her stepdaughter, Candice Mays of Mauldin, S.C.; three step grandchildren; and many other family members. Preceding Linda in death were her father, Wesley Peters in 2007; and her step father-in-law, Dr. Wm. S. Brilhart. Memorial contributions may be made to the “Alma Elk’s Memorial Fund” for Special Needs Children or “The State Road Animal Hospital Squirt Fund” which was established to provide funding for pets in need. The family is being served by the Dewey Funeral Home of Alma. phy) and Ralph Glazier; his siblings; Marty (Rachel) Court, Kim (Peter) Osterloh, Karen (Brock Wyeth) Court, Keyna (Ken Euler) Court, David (Tiffany) Court; his significant other; Linda (Sumner) Richardson; a special niece, Jessica Court; many other family members and friends. Michael was predeceased by his father; Roy J. Court and grandparents Chet and Bertha Murphy. Funeral service took place on Friday, January 6, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at W. L. Case and Company Funeral Chapel, 125 E. Saginaw Road in Merrill. Rev. Richard Gossett officiated with burial at Sacred Heart Cemetery under the auspices of VFW Post 7302 Hemlock/Merrill. Friends visited at the chapel from 2:00-9:00p.m. on Thursday. Memorial donations may be made to the wishes of the family. www. casefuneralhome.com

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Plank Road and Drake House Museums Welcomes You! The Breckenridge-Wheeler Historical Society is looking for new members this coming year. Membership money is used to maintain the buildings and artifacts. Applications may be found at Silers, the Library and Anschutz. Members receive the museum newsletter. Please become a member and support our museums and programs.

ALL new office space for rent. 145 E. Center St., Ithaca. Large lobby and office. Overall area 18x30. $550/utilities included, 989996-7701.

DAVIS AUTO - New and Used Batteries, 30 day war ranty on used batteries, 989-643-7015.

DUPLEX APARTMENTHemlock, 2 bdrms., stove/re frigerator furnished, no pets. 989-642-5688.

FIREWOOD - Seasoned hardwood Face Cords $50, delivery available for addi tional fee. Lonnie Butcher (989) 842-5165, www.landr butcher@gmail.com.

Firewood: Seasoned Oak, $65/cord. Delivery Available. Call 989-854-0945

The family of Edna Howard wish to convey our sincerest appreciation for the prayers and support during our Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother’s passing. We are blessed to have such wonderful family and friends. We would also like to express our gratitude to Schnepp Health Care Center for the kind words, support and loving care you provided during Mom’s three year stay, as well as the professional services and personal touch of Lux Funeral Home. Pastor Dale Golden’s wonderful words of comfort at her servcie, and the delicious meal provided by the ladies of the Methodist Church. Thank you all. She will be truly missed, Dale & Vonnie Howard, Paula & Hap Harper Brenda & Don Kipp & families

Saginaw Valley Shopper, Breckenridge, MI, 1-8-12, Pg. 19

Turkey Dinner

Does anyone know who this man is in the Michigan shirt? Could it be........ Ohio State fan, Mr. Schiemann?

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

4:30 pm ~ 7:00 pm

Zion Lutheran Church

17927 Dice Rd.• Corner of Dice and Iva Roads Hemlock • 989-642-5909

Adults $10 Children 5-12 $5 Under 5 are Free

We may have waited 8 years, but it was worth it. Class of 2011

Turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, dressing, vegetable, coleslaw, coffee and dessert.

DEWEY’S CARPET AND FURNITURE CLEANERS

If you would like a hot meal or prefer not to eat alone, pleace come and join us at the Breckenridge United Methodist Church for a free dinner on Thursday, January 12. Serving at 5:00 p.m. You’ll find good friends and good food.

We use a dry foam extraction method. Cleans deeper, dries real fast. We Scotchguard all carpets and furniture. Lowest price in Central Michigan. FREE deodorizer. 36 years experience. (989) 842-5221 311 FIRST STREET BRECK ENRIDGE. Updated 3 bedroom one and a half story home on a large fenced lot. Newer windows, hardwood floors, deck, siding and much more. All with an attached one car garage, $64,900. 6490 N. GRATIOT COUNTY LINE RD. Updated 2 story farm house. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, large kitchen and dining room. Big country porch. New 16x18 deck, play ground equipment. 30x40 pole and 14x16 shed. Many updates, $79,900. Call Tom Strouse, RE/MAX of Midland. 989832-0090.

Schedule for upcoming meals is: January 12, January 26, February 9, February 23, March 8 and March 22 Always serving from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

For Sale Wood Pellets $205/ton plus tax Call for more info 989-280-4709

Wanted to Buy: Older motorcycles, snowmobiles, boat motors in running and nonrunning condition. 810-3942577.

FOR SALE: 2 bedroom, 1 bath with new roof, furnace & air, at tached garage. 236 1st Street, Breckenridge, 989-842-5292.

FOR SALE: Seasoned mixed hardwood $45/face cord. Tom Mallory 989-681-2340.

FRANK’S PAINTING - barn painting, exterior, interior, paint ing, power washing, drywall, wallpaper, texturized ceilings and walls, 989-293-8444. HELP WANTED - Experienced counter person preferred. Will train right person. Apply within, Hemlock Parts Plus 989-6423200. LIBRARY DIRECTOR - Full Time, Hemlock Rauchholz Memorial Library. Need BA, experience preferred, contact 989-642-8621. Deadline Janu ary 20, 2012.

S & J STORAGE - THREE SIZES AVAILABLE. Call 989681-8115.

SPLIT HARD FIREWOOD FOR SALE - $50/face cord, unsplit available $30, 989-681-5511.

St. Louis First United Methodist Church 116 S. Franklin, St. Louis The St. Louis First United Methodist Men will serve a Community Breakfast Sunday, January 8 at 11:15 A.M., which is the first community breakfast offering of the New Year. A free-will offering will be taken. Plans are to provide the community breakfast on a monthly basis...the second Sunday of each month. No need to sign up in advance; if this sounds like something you would enjoy doing, please come and join us the second Sunday of each month.

This event is an entertaining 90 minute glimpse into married life. Unpacked Live as only Jay and Laura Laffoon can do. It’s full of laughter and Christian wisdom as they explore the unique reality marriage brings to everyday life. To learn more, visit www.jayandlaura.com When: Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. Where: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 808 Weiss St., Saginaw, MI 48602 Tickets: $10 per person - purchase a 4-pack for $36, Tickets are $12 at the door

EightCAP, Inc.

Join us in raising money to help need families and individuals in Gratiot, Ionia, Isabella, and Montcalm counties stay warm this winter. Brochures available online at www.EightCAP.org SATURDAY February 4, 2012 @ 10:30 am Isabella Bank 401 N. Main St. - Mt. Pleasant Walk around an outdoor route in downtown Mt. Pleasant and enjoy a soup and bread luncheon

SATURDAY February 25, 2012 @ 10:30 am Alma First Church of God - His Place 200 W. Superior St. - Alma Walk around an outdoor route in downtown Alma and enjoy a soup and bread luncheon

St. Louis V.F.W. Bingo every week Wed/Thur/Fri. Door opens at 4PM. Sunday Bingo doors open at 1PM. 1295 W. Monroe Rd., M-46. $300-$700 cash for junk vehicles. Will beat other offers. Free pickup on appliances and other scrap metals. Call 643-7060 or 482-0485

CHRISTIAN COUNSELING/LIFE COACHING RELATIONSHIPS, STRESS, ABUSES, ADDICTIONS, MORE. FLEXIBLE FEES. LARRY HOARD, BA. 989-842-3982, christianlifecoaching.net

HEMLOCK COMMUNITY CALENDAR

All information for the Hemlock Community Calendar will be picked up at Wright Pharmacy at 12:00 pm on Wednesday.

The Rauchholz Memorial Library will be participating in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. This is a free tax assistance program for those who cannot pay for tax preparation. A trained volunteer will prepare simple tax forms at the library on Wednesdays only, Feb. 1 - April 11, between 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. by appointment only. No farm returns are allowed. Please call the library at 642-8621 to obtain more information and to schedule an appointment. Again, an appointment is needed to have your taxes prepared, walk-ins are not allowed. Preschool story/craft hour resumes on January 17 at the Rauchholz Memorial Library. Ages 3-5 are welcomed to attend. Openings are available and registration is required. Please call the library at 642-8621 to register your child. Make your Valentine’s Day card craft activity will be sponsored by the Rauchholz Memorial Library on Thursday, Feb. 9 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Younger kids will require an adult to attend to assist in making the cards. There is no charge to attend the craft session. Please call the library at 642-8621 to register for the craft event. Hemlock Lions Club meets Monday, January 9th at Old Town Hall at 7 pm. Always looking for new members. Hemlock-Merrill VFW will host a steak sandwich night on January 14th from 5-7 pm. Classic country music starts at 6 pm.

MERRILL COMMUNITY CALENDAR

All information for the Merrill Community Calendar will be picked up at the Merrill Community Library by 12:00 pm on Wednesday. The Merrill District Library will begin the winter session of story hour on Wednesday, January 4th at 10:00 a.m. and will continue each Wednesday through February 22nd. Children MUST be three (3) years old by the beginning of the session. The registration fee is $5.00 to cover craft supplies and snacks. Please call 643-7300 for more information. The Merrill Village Council will meet on Monday, January 9th at 7:00 p.m. at the Merrill Village Office. Lakefield Township meeting will be held on Monday, January 16th, at 7:00 p.m. at the Lakefield Township Hall. Jonesfield Township meeting will be held on Monday, January 16th, at 7:00 p.m. at the Jonesfield Township Hall. The Merrill Lions Club Meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 17th at 6:30 p.m. at Firstbank in Merrill. The Merrill Board of Education will meet on Wednesday, January 18th, at 7:00 p.m. in the Merrill Middle/High School Media Center.

TOO BUSY TO CLEAN give us a call - walls, windows, floors, we do it all. Specializing in regular cleaning, detail cleaning, residential & commercial, 989-642-6814 or 989-642-2303.

FOR RENT: 2 bdrm apart ment in Breckenridge. In cludes appliances, washer/ dryer, non-smoking. 989842-3641. FOR SALE - a small lift chair $175, 989-842-5292.

COMING SOON Merrill Knights of Columbus

Fish Frys

January 13 & February 3 And All Fridays of the Lenten Season Perch$12/Shrimp $10 • All you can eat Polluck $9 Chicken Nuggets $5 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Take Outs Available • Call 989-643-5477

Gratiot County Food with Friends

Noon lunch menu for week of Jan. 9-13 For more info call Pat Schultz at (989) 842-3338

Unsweetened fruit available for Desserts. Menus are subject to change without notice. Extra bread available upon request. *Milk & Margarine provided with all meals. Suggested Donation $2.50 Reservations are required 24 hours in advance.

Monday Chop Suey (beef & pork) Bread Brown Rice Tossed Salad Tropical Fruit Tuesday Meatloaf (beef & turkey) Bread Baked Potato European Blend Mixed Fruit Cup Wednesday Baked Ham Bread Steam Cabbage Corn & Lima Beans Berry Fruit Cup Thursday Baked Chicken Bread Whipped Potatoes/Gravy Spinach Citrus Gruit Cup Friday Lasagna (turkey) Garlic Toast Fruited Coleslaw Peaches Graham Goldfish

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5690 Monroe Rd., (M-46) 1/2 mile West of Breckenridge

989-842-5288

LIBRARY DIRECTOR - Full Time, Hemlock Rauchholz Memorial Library. Need BA, experience preferred, con tact 989-642-8621. Deadline January 20, 2012.

S & J STORAGE - THREE SIZES AVAILABLE. Call 989-681-8115. SPLIT HARD FIREWOOD FOR SALE - $50/face cord, unsplit available $30, 989681-5511.

STUDIO APARTMENT FOR RENT - Downtown Ithaca. One bedroom, first floor beau tiful open floor plan. All new & energy efficient. $450/per month plus utilities. Call 989-996-7701 Immediate Occupancy.

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Saturday, January 14th, 2012 9am-2pm Ascension Lutheran Church 8695 Gratiot Rd., Saginaw, MI 48609

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New & Gently Used Kids Clothes (Newborn - High School), Toys, Books Baby Gear, Nursery Items, Maternity Admission is $1 for Adults Strollers Welcome

228 E. Saginaw St. Breckenridge

Proceeds to benefit Youth of Ascension’s trip to ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans

989-842-1070 Hours: Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 2 pm-6 pm

The Village of Breckenridge would like to say... Thank you to everyone who contributed funds to the two American flags painted on the new Water Tower.

American Legion donated $2,000

“All things are possible when people are free!”

Chamber of Commerce donated $750

Thank you to the following businesses and individuals who contributed to the flags on the new water tower; Margaret Smith; in memory of Robert R. Smith, Elizabeth Myers, Rob & Karla Fleming, Jeff & Denise Gulick, Al & Jane Deitrich, Robin Rappley, Valdo & Nancy Shankel, Mike Sterling and family, Eric & Darcy Siler, Charlene Vanhaften, Marlene Miller, Pug & Linda Chapin, Wayne & Fawn Wright, Roy & Linda Shankel, Breckenridge Insurance, Jeff & Susan Ostrander, Tim& Ollie Miller, Robert & Lucille Shaver, Ann Schneider, Mark Sterling, Food With Friends (Breckenridge), Kirk& Tawny Smith, Rothenberger Company, Mark Green, Larry Fleis, Umbaugh Company, DVM Utilities, Dale Golden, James Durham and family, Eric & Bridget Suhr, Gary & Lois Bartow, Breckenridge Chamber, and the American Legion. The total cost for the two American flags added up to $7300.