July 20, 2023 The Zeeland Record

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Celebrate Herman Miller 100 with an exhibit at the Dekker Huis Museum Herman Miller, A Local Brand that Inspired the World is open through December 2023 at the Dekker Huis Museum (37 E Main Ave.) Curated in partnership with the MillerKnoll Archives, the exhibit celebrates the Herman Miller brand’s 100th anniversary this year. To commemorate that milestone, this exhibit showcases the history of the Herman Miller brand by highlighting its design accomplishments while celebrating its impact on the local community and world at large.

“When you visit, you will witness firsthand the iconic furniture and graphic designs from the Herman Miller brand, learn more about the history of the company and how it has evolved over the past 100 years, and explore the stories behind Herman Miller’s world-famous designs,” said exhibit curator, Audrey Rojo.

The Herman Miller brand was born in Zeeland, in 1923 when D. J. De Pree, president of Star Furniture, purchased the majority share in the company and renamed it after his father-in-law, Herman Miller. De Pree led the company forward by redefining the way furniture was produced and designed for a changing world. The principles upon which De Pree founded Herman Miller continue to inspire MillerKnoll, Inc. to “build a more

sustainable, caring, equitable, and beautiful world.”

“We designed the exhibit to match existing themes in the Dekker Huis Museum and historical themes of Zeeland,” said Rojo.

“The Main Street Display offers insight into other themes including manufacturing, leadership, healthcare systems, stewardship, and more. The Memorial Room interprets ideas of how WWII changed how we live and how Herman Miller adapted. You will also read about how a leg splint led Herman Miller to partner with Ray and Charles Eames. The Church Room delves into the story of D. J. De Pree as a spiritual man and how he helped establish the First Baptist Church in Zeeland. The Toy Room offers a look at how design is applied beyond the world of furniture. The exhibit also includes Zeeland Public Schools is in the process of clearing land north of the administration building along 100th interactives for all ages that invite visitors to Avenue. The land is being prepared for a new addition to the administration building to consolidate staff offices that are located throughout the district in school buildings and to provide a board room for meetings. participate, create, ask questions, and share their stories.”

The Dekker Huis Museum is managed by the Zeeland Historical Society, and it interprets the history of Zeeland and neighboring communities. The museum is open to the public Wednesday through A pair of juvenile car thieves were Ottawa Beach Road. One of the vehicles Friday 10am-5pm and Saturday 10am-3pm. recently arrested following the involvement attempted to turn on Chippewa Drive to It has no admission but welcomes donations of Zeeland Police Officers. elude officers in pursuit. Chippewa Drive with a suggested amount of $5 per adult.

On Saturday, July 8, at 2:53 a.m. a is a road that dead ends at Lake Macatawa.

Learn more at www.zeelandhistory.org.

Zeeland Police patrolman attempted to “The driver and passenger crashed into pull over two vehicles at the intersection the lake, and initially ignored orders by the of 104th Avenue and Chicago Drive fore officers to surrender and attempted to swim operating their vehicles without the lights away. They finally surrendered to police on. and were arrested,” he said.

“The patrolman suspected that he had a The other vehicle was not initially pair of possible drunk drivers and attempted found but was later recovered on Saturday.

“From investigation both vehicles were deadline for the November ballot, which to pull them over. Instead, they fled the is in early August. If the recall drive is not scene,” explained Zeeland Police Chief Tim stored outdoors, unlocked with their keys in them. One was from Kent County the other able to meet the early August deadline, but Jungel.

The two vehicles fled the scene first was from the surrounding Zeeland area,” he they are successful in garnering enough signatures during the 60-day timeline, the traveling on Chicago Drive, followed by said. recall would be placed on the May 2024 Lakewood Blvd., Douglas Avenue and later ballot.

“Once the recall petition has been submitted to the clerk’s office, we have 35 days to review the signatures, during the same time period Ebels can challenge In the early morning hours of Sunday, On Monday, July 17, both suspects the signatures. Once the signatures and July 16, approximately 1:15 a.m. the Ottawa were formally charged with five (5) counts petitions are validated, a Call for an Election County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to each, of Mail Theft. Both were arraigned will be issued,” explained Roebuck. the area of 1318 Rosewood in Georgetown via video in the 58th District Court, by the Anytime prior to the Call for the Twp, for subjects taking mail out of a Honorable Judy Mulder. Anthony Jamal Election, Ebels could resign her position, mailbox.

Jenkins, age 26 of Hephzibah, GA remains which would nullify the recall attempt.

The vehicle was located in the vicinity at the Ottawa County Jail and was given “If she were to resign prior to the of 40th Avenue and Port Sheldon Road and a $7,500 cash/surety bond. Kareif Keeya Call for the Election, the County Board the suspects began throwing the mail out of Alexander, age 25 of Lithonia, GA remains of Commissioners would appoint her the window when they saw the patrol car. at the Ottawa County Jail and was given a successor. Once the Call for the Election has The vehicle was stopped, and two adults $10,000 cash/surety bond. been certified, the voters will decide if she were arrested and lodged at the Ottawa “This incident remains under would be replaced,” explained Roebuck. County Jail. investigation and additional charges are Changes in State Law in 2012 eliminated “Numerous pieces of mail were possible. Anyone with information is asked a multi-step recall which included the recovered, which were determined to to contact the Sheriff’s Office or Silent recall, a primary to select political party have been stolen from area businesses” said Observer at 1-877088-SILENT (745368) or nominees and then a final vote.

Captain Jake Sparks. mosotips.com,” said Sparks.

“If the Call for Election is issued, each recognized party in Michigan would be able to put a candidate on the ballot. In this instance the Ottawa County Democratic Party Executive Committee would nominate a candidate, and by default Ebels would be the Republican Party Nominee. Now if she would resign, the Ottawa County Republican Party Executive Committee would name a nominee,” he explained.

Joe Spaulding, who lives in Holland Township and is coordinating petition circulation, added, “The recall committee has been working 24/7 to be prepared to start gathering signatures the minute our language was approved. We have more than 100 volunteers ready to hit the streets.”

Zeeland Police Involved in Apprehending Car Thieves

Petition to Recall County Commissioner Moves Forward A petition to recall County Commissioner Lucy Ebels, who represents parts of Holland and Park townships is moving forward, but the approval of petition wording on Monday by the Election Commission is the first step in an arduous task.

In response to the decision on Monday, Larry Jackson a resident of Park Township said, “We’re pleased that the Election Commission agreed that our petition language is clear and factual, and we’re excited and ready to move forward with getting signatures. Lucy Ebel is too extreme for Ottawa County, and we’re confident there are thousands of voters in District 2 who agree.”

According to Jackson the recall effort is the work of a coalition of District 2 citizens across political parties.

On Monday, July 17, the Election Commission comprised of County Clerk Justin Roebuck, Treasurer Amanda Price and Probate Judge Mark Feyen approved the recall petition language. The individuals behind the recall attempt have 60 days to collect 2,400 signatures, within 180 days of the petition language approval. The signature requirement is based on State Law requiring not less than 25 percent of the number of votes cast for the office of governor at the last general election in the electoral officer of the officer sought for recall.

“It gets a little tricky, the person being recalled, in this case has 10 days to appeal the Election Commission decision in Circuit Court. If she files an appeal any signatures collected during the period are invalid whether her appeal is granted or denied.

So, after that time they technically can begin collecting signatures,” explained County Clerk Justin Roebuck.

Complicating the recall effort is the

Mail Thieves Arrested Sunday

OBITUARIES

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Jeanette Koops Dies at Age 101 Estella Lamer Jeanette Koops, 101, passed survives today. She loved the farm Dies at Age 95

Gordon Earl Zoerhof at home on July 13 they shared and lived there her Jaehnig, Jr., Dies at Age 85 peacefully Estella Lamer, 95, of Zeeland surrounded by family. entire married life. passed away Wednesday, July 5, Dies at Age 53 Her strong faith compelled She was the daughter of Earl Zoerhof, 85, of Zeeland Gordon Thomas Jaehnig Jr, known as Gordy to family and friends, age 53, of Zeeland, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 6, 2023.

Gordy loved life despite the challenges he faced. For the past 17 years, Gordy was known as a friendly face greeting people entering Sam’s Club in Holland.

He loved his job and the people he had the chance to meet. His family and friends appreciated his kindness and clever sense of humor. His passion for those he loved was as evident as his passion for the University of Michigan! GO BLUE! Gordy was a loving husband and father who sent regular messages to his wife and children, letting them know he was thinking of them and that they were loved.

Gordy was kind, respectful, always smiling, loving, funny, and rarely complained. He was immensely loved by everyone around him.

His love had no borders; he was a wonderful listener, free of judgment and full of support.

Gordy is survived by his wife of 21 years, Tonya Jaehnig; his children: Paul Koeller and fiancé Macey Diereks, Ashlyn Koeller and Elijah Kliphuis, Courtney Jaehnig; his mother, Julie Jaehnig; father, Gordon Jaehnig Sr. and step-mother, Barbara Jaehnig; sister, Wendy Jaehnig and Matt Miller; Stepsister, Jessica Currier; granddaughter, Journee Diereks; mother-in-law, JoAnn VanWieren; brother-in-law, CJ and Aleesha Lynn Koeller; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Gordon was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Lakelyn Marie Koeller on June 1, 2023.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 PM on Friday, July 21, 2023, at Langeland-Sternberg Funeral Home, 315 East 16th St. Holland, MI 49423. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Holland First Assembly of God, 1331 East 16th St. Holland, MI 49423. Pastor Mike Houser to officiate. Burial will be held at West Drenthe Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Muscular Dystrophy Association or to Mobility Worldwide. To leave condolences online for the Jaehnig family, please visit www. langelandsterenberg.com.

If you would like to support the Jaehnig family during this difficult time to help cover funeral cost & and financial burdens you may contribute to the go fund me https://www.gofundme.com/f/ gordy-jaehnig

passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2023.

Earl was a member of Community Reformed Church. He retired from Northern Fiber where he was plant manager and, in his retirement, he delivered parts for Rowerdink Inc. He is survived by his wife of 64 years Marcia; his children: Kevin and Jan Zoerhof, Keith and Deb Zoerhof, and Kurt Zoerhof; his grandchildren and great grandchildren: Christopher and Melissa Zoerhof (Macie and Reid), Zachary and Kylie Zoerhof, Lindsey Boetsma (Kiara, Keaton, Kaydence, Khai, and Kenadee), Brandon and Cassandra Zoerhof (Jaren, Gracen and Caelynn), Aaron and Jessica Zoerhof (Isabella and Jax Lee), Dustin and Sadie Zoerhof (Ava, Rowan, and Piper); his sister Phyllis and Justin Schierbeek and several nieces and nephews.

The funeral service was held on Tuesday, July 18, at LangelandSterenberg Funeral Home, 315 East 16th Street, Holland. Interment was in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Spectrum Health Hospice or Community Reformed Church. www.langelandsterenberg.com

Andrew Ramaker Dies at Age 28 Andrew Ramaker, age 28 of Zeeland passed away Friday, July 14, 2023.

Andrew graduated from Holland High School and Compass College of Cinematic Arts. He was a member of Ridge Point Community Church where he operated a camera during services.

Andrew was employed at Gentex.

Andrew was a big sports fan but especially he was a Cubs fan.

He enjoyed Marvel cinematics, professional wrestling and gaming.

Andrew also assisted with sound in local movie production.

He is survived by his father, Bruce Ramaker, his mother Lori Ramaker, his brother Chris Ramaker, his grandmother Madelyn Lubbers and his aunts and uncles: Barb and Tom Meiste, Becky and Mike Slayton, and Mike and Emily Lubbers and several cousins.

A private celebration of life will be held later. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society. www. langelandsterenberg.com

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her to share her piano and organ playing talents for 72 years in local churches and beyond. She was a kind, gracious, hospitable woman with an open heart, remembering people with cards, notes, calls, and prayers, continuing until her death. She remembered so many life-changing events: the arrival of the telephone, electricity, the automobile and indoor plumbing.

The influenza epidemic, the Great Depression, World War II, the Korean War--all affected her deeply as a child and young adult.

Before her marriage, she worked at Dutch Novelty, the Wooden Shoe Factory, and was one of numerous women constructing landing craft during World War II at the Holland Chris Craft factory.

She married Alvin Koops in 1945, and jointly they farmed, raised their children, and eventually started Koops Well Drilling, which

Anna Hulst Brinks and George R. Brinks. Jeanette was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin, her son-in-law, Calvin Hoffman, and brothers Justin and Rondell Brinks, along with many sistersin-law and brothers-in-law, and many dear friends. She is survived by her children Darwin and Judy Koops, Linda Koops, Wesley and Glenda Koops, Jean Hoffman and Bill Buikema, and Jeff and Lonnie Nykerk. She took great delight in her 13 grandchildren and 22 greatgrandchildren, and they in her.

If you were fortunate enough to have known Jeanette, you loved her and were blessed. Services for Jeanette will be held at LangelandSterenberg, 315 East 16th Street, Holland. Visitation Thursday, July 20, 5-7 p.m.; memorial service Friday, July 21, 10:00 a.m. Private internment.

Ben D. Tubergen Dies at Age 69 Ben D. Tubergen, 69, of Holland passed away on Saturday morning, July 15, 2023. He died in the comfort of his home following a cancer diagnosis in April 2023.

Ben was born in Holland on December 12, 1953. He was a graduate of Holland Christian High School, attended Calvin College and graduated from Hope College in 1976. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Cooley Law School. He was a longtime member of Providence Church.

Ben was a proud parent, loyal friend, and caring neighbor to many in Holland Heights over his lifetime. He enjoyed using his talents for others and made hobbies of gardening, baking, and woodworking. Ben loved company, rarely locked the door, and was quick to send visitors home with freshly cut flowers or a plate of cookies. His family and friends have collected his skillfully made wooden signs and ornaments over the past many years.

Ben was preceded in death by his infant son Jeffrey, his parents Leonard and Juliet (Koops), and his older brothers Dave and Karl.

He is survived by his children Julie and Ryan Bykerk (Jacob, Samuel, Jesse), Emily and Tom Whisenhunt (Benjamin, Alexander, David, Nicholas, Evelyn), and Aaron and Carleigh Tubergen (Winnie, Shepherd, Graham); his siblings Nancy and Jay Tucker, Julane and Mark DeBoer, Von Tubergan, and Joan Kortman; and many nieces and nephews.

A service to honor Ben’s life will be held on Friday, July 21 at 11:00 a.m. at Providence Church, 821 Ottawa Ave., in Holland. A visitation will be held on Thursday, July 20, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. also at Providence Church. Private interment will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lakeshorememorial. com for the Tubergen family.

Mary Lou Bruursema Dies at Age 87 Mary Lou Bruursema, 87, passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023.

Mary Lou was born in Zeeland and went to Zeeland Schools. In high school, she was crowned homecoming queen by the man that would become her husband, John Bruursema. Together they had 3 children. She was a longtime member of Second Reformed Church and served there in many roles over the years. She was a godly woman who served others selflessly and was a good friend. Mary Lou was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and greatgrandmother. Her life has always been surrounded by family. She was dearly loved and will be certainly missed.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Bruursema in 2019 and much of her extended family.

She is survived by her children; Jan and Dave Bosma, Edwin and Michelle Bruursema, Jill and Troy Brouwer; grandchildren, Kelli and Nate Weaver (Carson, Camryn, Chase, Carlia), Mitch and Julie Bosma (Logan), Sean and Donielle Bruursema (Elly, Zeke), Bobbi and Bill Ashley (Charlotte, Preston, Madeline, Peyton, Edwin), Trent Bruursema, Devyn Brouwer, Ty Brouwer, Gavin Brouwer; sistersin-law, Marilyn Pikaart, Elaine Bruursema, Joan and Dave Rutgers; and brother-in-law, Don Pollard.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 18, at Second Reformed Church 225 East Central Ave. Zeeland. Burial took place in Zeeland Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Mary Lou’s honor may be given to Hospice of Holland.

2023.

She was a member of Third Christian Reformed Church where she worked as the church secretary for many years.

She is survived by her children: Garry Lamer, Bob and Linda Lamer, Nancy and Alex Calder, and Dave and Lori Lamer; her 11 grandchildren: Marc Lamer, Amber and Brian Meiste, Kurt Lamer, Kyle and Alyssa Lamer, Katelyn Rodriguez, Michelle and Kevin King, Matt and Dana Schurman, Chris and Deb Lamer, Jodi and Eric Martinie, Eric and Cyndi Lamer, Kelsey and Jeff Kloosterman; and 21 great grandchildren.

Stella was preceded in death by her husband Howard in 1998, her daughter-in-law Barb Lamer in 2013 and her granddaughters Tonya, Tiffany, and Theresa Lamer in 1990.

The funeral service was held on Monday, July 17, at Third Christian Reformed Church, 10 West Central Ave., Zeeland. Interment was in Zeeland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland or Zeeland Christian School. www.yntemafh. com

Thomas Yost Dies at Age 84 Thomas Franklin Yost, age 84, died July 13, 2023, in Holland, Michigan.

Thomas was born in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania on July 2, 1939, to Guy Marshall Yost and Mary Pauline Kirby. Thomas held a lifelong interest in aviation and was a radar operator and RC-121 air crew member in the United States Air Force. He was also a volunteer pilot observer for the Civil Air Patrol.

Thomas co-owned and operated Foreway Transportation in Coopersville, MI with Roger Ensing while advocating for interstate law reform. He also served on the Jenison Christian School Board. He worked for the City of Holland as a building inspector, then for several years as a FEMA inspector.

He leaves his wife of 62 years, Carolyn Koster Yost; son and daughter-in-law, Brian Keith and Michelle (Fawley) Yost; as well as four grandchildren. Thomas was preceded in death by his son, Steven Thomas Yost, and his brother, Daniel Curtiss Yost.

A private interment with military honors will take place at Fort Cust National Cemetery in Battle Creek.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Crossroads Prison Ministries.

Jerry Rogers Dies at Age 80 Jerry Lee Rogers, 80, passed away on Friday, July 14.

Jerry was born in Charlotte, Michigan on August 5, 1942, (Continued on page 10)

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HISTORY

OUTDOORS

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Power Line Determined as Cause of Wildfire Michigan Department of Natural Resources firefighters and two local fire departments worked last week to contain a wildfire in Copemish, northwest of Mesick on the Manistee-Wexford County line.

“The 4 Corners Fire started in Wexford County Monday afternoon and quickly spread to Manistee County,” DNR Resource Protection Manager Don Klingler said. “We have confirmed it was caused by a power line.

“Several structures were lost during the fire, but we are still working on finalizing our investigation and will release more information as it becomes available.”

It is fueled by a mix of jack pine, red pine and hardwoods, Klingler said. Fire danger in the area was extreme Monday due to windy, dry, warm weather and because forests and fields are still dry due to a lack of rain this spring. Fire danger

in the area remains high today.

Thirty people were evacuated from their homes due to the fire on Monday, and road closures in the area accommodated firefighting efforts and ensured public safety.

“All evacuation orders have been lifted,” Klingler said.

The fire was reported Monday, July 10, via a 911 call to Wexford County. When DNR crews were dispatched at 3 p.m., it was already at 20 acres.

Major Upgrade Underway for Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park

Jack Payne’s fishing partner Rick Gorczynski with a nice summer crappie.

Crappie On The Move

By Jack Payne

Summertime becomes a feast or famine situation. Once you find the crappie the catching can be fast and furious. The problem is in finding the fish. Learning how to find the fish is sixty percent of the game.

Certain areas hold more crappie than in other locations. Crappies like green weeds, shade and minnows. Therefore, start your search along the weeds. Before wetting a line, verify that the crappies are there.

A side scan which is available on most graphs will show pods of fish. The same is true with forward sonar. When we fish the weeds, we turn up the gain or sensitivity on our graphs.

Cruise along a weedline staying thirty to fifty feet out. With the gain turned up you will spot open pockets in the weeds. You will also see the fish moving. We also search for schools of baitfish. Baitfish will show up as a ball.

If nothing of interest is spotted, then head out say fifty feet and side scan in two directions. Watch outward fifty to sixty feet. You can also run at top speed using your 2-D sonar. Schools will show up clearly as you run over them.

One tip, keep your eyes peeled for schools of baitfish being pushed upward. You will see the minnows or shad skipping across the surface.

Whenever you see this, stop and start fishing.

Shade is another option. Cruise around areas with rafts, docks and boats that have not moved for a long period of time. Once again look for actual pods of fish or balls of baitfish.

Once a likely spot is found anglers can cast or slow troll. Trolling works best when the pods of fish are small and scattered. Casting is best when the pod is tight and held in a very set location.

There are two good trolling speeds. You can troll slowly; say around the half mile per hour rate. Or you can troll quickly, say at one mile an hour or faster. We have trolled at speeds pushing 1.5 hour.

During the dog days of summer, go fast. Please understand that you can and should move along quickly. If not trolling, then try reeling in your lures at a warp speed. Crappies will smack a fast-moving bait.

Watch the minnows and see how fast they move when spooked.

You can also reel quickly a few turns of the reel and then pause.

This method mimics a fleeing minnow that might be wounded. This is a fun way to catch crappies. Reel, stop and repeat. Most of the hits will occur at the pause mark.

Anglers have a few good choices to pick from. Minnow intimating crankbaits such as the Bandits, Salamo Hornets or Flicker Shads are perfect. Plastic tails and spinners are near the top of my list. Plastics and spinners can be fished fast or slow. They can be fished near the surface, half way down or at the bottom.

When we troll, we often add drop shot sinkers. We place them a foot or two above the lures. Road Runner spinners and the Charlie Brewer Slider Spin Jigs are perfect for summer.

We also use a lot of the Brewer Original weedless crappie jigheads.

Many times, we will use two jigheads tied in tandem. This doubles your chance of success and will eliminate the need for a sinker.

When trolling at fast speeds grab two quarter ounce jigheads.

When casting we might opt for two one sixteenth ounce heads. We will use a two-inch plastic tail when fishing a spinner. While the Brewer crappie grub is normally my favorite, when a want a fast action bait I grab their Crazy Tail Grubs.

A combination of chartreuse and yellow plastics suit 90% of our needs. Once again, you can throw out the play book as size is concerned. While two inch is the standard, during the summer be brave and try a three-inch tail. Minnows are getting larger and if shad are present in your body of water, match the hatch size wises.

Summer crappies are fun to fish for, they make great table fare.

They also are roaming fish. They follow the baitfish and are on the move all of the time. Last, visit Grand Valley Sport Shop for your fishing and hunting products.

Significant improvements to Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park are underway this summer, temporarily closing a section of the multicounty pathway and marking the final push toward completing what will become 92 miles of paved trail stretching from Comstock Park in Kent County to Cadillac in Wexford County.

The closure is expected to last until November.

“While we understand the inconvenience this temporary closure may cause, we believe that the long-term benefits will far outweigh any short-term disruptions,” said Scott Slavin, northwestern Lower Peninsula trails specialist for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

“The construction project will not only enhance the park’s amenities, but also contribute to the user’s experience – cyclists, walkers and

runners will notice a smoother surface as they explore the trail.”

The project, made possible by a proposed $9.6 million in federal relief funding from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s Building Michigan Together Plan, involves paving the trail’s 21-mile section from Howard City north to Big Rapids.

Two culverts also will be replaced as part of the project.

A total $250 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds was made available to the DNR to help address a long list of critical needs in state parks and trails and build a new state park in Flint.

With safety in mind, no re-route of the 21-mile section of the trail is available during construction.

“During the closure, we encourage park enthusiasts to explore alternative nearby linear trails, such as the Pere Marquette Trail or Hart Montague Trail,”

Slavin said. “These locations offer similar outdoor experiences and can provide a temporary substitute for the activities typically enjoyed on the Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park.

“We are confident that the improvements being made will enhance the overall experience of the Fred Meijer White Pine Trail State Park and ensure its continued popularity as a cherished recreation destination.”

The White Pine Trail is the state’s second-longest rail-trail, following the rail bed of the old Grand Rapids and Indiana Railroad. The trail travels through 15 towns and cities and areas of rural farmland, and offers many overlooks, picnic areas and other scenic draws. There also are many wildlife viewing opportunities along the route.

Brown Needles on Jack Pine Likely Due to Budworm Outbreak Notice brown branches on jack pine? If you’re in the northern Lower Peninsula or some parts of the Upper Peninsula, jack pine budworm may be to blame.

Budworm caterpillars feed off needles on jack pine and red pine trees, leaving trees defoliated and causing die-back among the crowns of trees. Clipped and damaged needles turn reddish brown in early July, making the damage very apparent. Over time, rain and wind remove the dead needles, leaving trees with a bare, grayish appearance.

The budworm is a native insect with a population that usually booms, then collapses after two to four years. Outbreaks occur every six to 12 years.

“What we’re seeing right now is an outbreak that started in 2022 with infestations in the central and eastern Lower Peninsula and some small pockets in the U.P.,” said Simeon Wright, forest health specialist with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

“The last large outbreak was in 2015.”

About 28,000 acres were defoliated during 2022, compared to 118,000 acres during the last large outbreak in 2015.

Severe infestations can kill trees or lead to dieback in the tops of older, overmature jack pine stands, creating fuel for intense wildfires.

Jack pine is a short-lived species, often reaching maturity at 40-55 years. Trees older than 45 that grow on sandy sites and

suffer from stressors such as drought are most vulnerable to infestation, Wright said. Current management practices – harvesting jack pine before they are at risk – greatly reduce jack pine budworm impacts and the subsequent risk of damaging wildfires while providing suitable conditions for a new stand of jack pine to grow.

Jack pine budworm’s scientific name is Choristoneura pinus. Adult moths, reddish-brown with white

markings, lay masses of green eggs on jack pine needles.

Young caterpillars hatch, then spin cocoons to overwinter, emerging again in spring. They are yellowish-brown, turning reddishbrown with cream-colored spots.

They have a black head and reach about 1 inch in length.

After feeding on needles for about six weeks, they pupate and emerge as adult moths in six to 10 days.

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Tibbits Presents “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland”

Celebrating 125 Years of the Mackinac Islands Automobile A talking rabbit, the Red Ban

TRAVEL

Gilmore Car Museum to Host Princess and Queen and a Mad Hatter will all There are so many things that Superhero bring a magical world to life July make Mackinac Island special.

21-22 and 28-29 when Tibbits A cannon blast coming from the Event Sunday Popcorn Theatre presents “Alice’s Muskegon’s Burning Foot Beer Festival on August 26 will host over 100 breweries and will be headlined by the late Bob Marley’s son Julian Marley.

Burning Foot Beer Festival to Host 100+ Breweries Burning Foot Beer Festival is pleased to announce that Julian Marley will headline this year’s festival. Julian Marley, son of reggae legend Bob Marley, is a Grammy Award Nominated musician, singer-songwriter, and producer whose roots-reggae music is inspired by life and spirituality.

Joining the music lineup is Tropidelic, a six-piece band from Cleveland, Ohio. The band brings a unique mix of genres to the stage, featuring reggae, hip-hop, and highenergy funk. They have performed at numerous music festivals around the country.

Burning Foot Beer Festival takes place on Saturday, August 26th, from 3 pm - 10 pm. For the first time in festival history, Burning Foot features 100 breweries.

Explore the list of participating breweries and stay tuned for new participant announcements by

visiting https://burningfoot.beer/ breweries/.

The festival also features food from local Muskegon restaurants, camping options, and art installations, including the Flaming Hop Tower and Graffiti Wall. Shuttles for the event will run between three different locations in downtown Muskegon from 11 am to 11 pm. For additional festival information, visit https:// burningfoot.beer/.

Festival goers have the option to purchase either General Admission or VIP tickets. VIP ticket benefits include early access, an exclusive VIP member area, dinner, specialty beers, and more.

Learn more about becoming a VIP at https://burningfoot.beer/faqs/.

Tickets are available for purchase now at https://www.eventbrite. com/e/burning-foot-beer-festival2023-tickets-536246938027

Common Council

5th Annual Great Lakes Surf Festival August 12th

SUMMARY OF COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS July 10, 2023 The regular meeting of the Zeeland City Council held on July 10, 2023, at the Zeeland City Hall Council Chambers, 21 S. Elm Street, Zeeland, MI was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Klynstra. All council members were present except Timmer and Lam. Devotions were offered by Mayor ProTem, Sally Gruppen. u Approved the addition of Agenda Item #6, Appointment to the Board of Construction Appeals. u Approved the Consent Agenda. u Reiterated the acceptance and endorsement of the 2021 Sligh Block Workshop Report as a supplemental working document to complement the Downtown Vision Plan. u Awarded a Contract to Tulip City Asphalt in the amount of $76,550.00 for various bike path and road asphalt repairs. u Authorized a vote be cast for persons listed on the ballot to serve as Trustees of the Michigan Municipal League Worker’s Compensation Fund as presented. u Approved the Banking Authorization with Huntington Bank. u Appointed Paul DeBoer to a three-year term vacancy on the Zoning Board of Appeals with said term to expire May 4, 2026. u Appointed Paul DeBoer to a three-year term vacancy on the Board of Construction Appeals with said term expiring May 6, 2026.

The 5th Annual Great Lakes Surf Festival is back and will take place on Saturday August 12th at Pere Marquette Beach in Muskegon, Michigan.

The Great Lakes Surf Festival is the perfect summer event for families. Whether your family loves the water, live music, perusing vendors or practicing yoga, the Great Lakes Surf Festival aims to please all attendees.

While visitors sixteen years and under are required to be accompanied by an adult, children as young as eight years old are allowed to participate in both surfing and stand-up paddle board lessons. If wading, swimming, paddling or boarding in Lake Michigan doesn’t appeal to some visitors, yoga classes will be available throughout the day which will be focused on beginner and novice styles of stretching and relaxation. This year’s surf festival is more family friendly than ever, featuring a new “shade zone” for anyone wishing to escape from the sun while remaining engaged in the activities of the festival.

General admission passes are Pamela Holmes available on the GLSF website City Clerk for $10, but family passes are available for only $25 for up to six The above is a summary only of the formal actions taken. The full text people. The variety of activities is available for review in the Clerk’s and fun available at GLSF should office. please everyone in your family.

Adventures in Wonderland.”

Based on the classic story by Lewis Carroll and adapted for the stage by Deborah Frockt, “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” starts as a very ordinary and rather boring day for Alice until she spots a White Rabbit with a pocket watch whizzing through a world that’s beyond imagination! Her insatiable curiosity draws her into a madcap adventure in which she meets remarkable characters like the Caterpillar, Talking Flowers, a Duchess and her Cook, a Gryphon and Mock Turtle, a Mad Hatter and a March Hare. When Alice finally catches up with the White Rabbit in the Queen’s Court, she’s in for her biggest adventure of all.

Director Brenda Sparks said, “One of the attractions of this show is the very physical and visual storytelling with projections and vibrant lively music that is sure to entertain and thrill every age group – It’s a fun director’s concept that takes the audience from Lewis Carroll’s classic Victorian tale to a Steampunk wonderland.”

Making up the professional cast of “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” is Rachel Schoenecker, Dominic Green, Tyler Evans, Carlie Jones, Annie Ross, and Aaron Bell. Assistant director for the production is Stephanie Burdick.

Production staff features scenic design by Jaye Beetem, projection design by Lexa Walker, light design

by Trey Ewart, costume design by Tristian Laney, sound design by Luis Guzman Galdos, and properties by Liz Reaves, who also serves as stage manager. Musical selections are by Thorin Byrd.

Popcorn Theatre is generously sponsored by Judy Bushouse, Jon and Seibra Herbener along with additional support from Asama Coldwater Manufacturing, Dr. Matthew Christopher DDS, PC, Coldwater Exchange Club, Coldwater & Hillsdale Orthodontics, Longstreet Living, and Vested Risk Strategies. Tibbits also receives grant funding from the National Endowment for the Arts and Michigan Arts and Culture Council.

Following “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland,” Popcorn Theatre will close with the animated film, Disney’s “Encanto.” All Tibbits Popcorn Theatre presentations are Fridays and Saturdays at 10am and run through August 5. Tickets are $10 and include popcorn and juice at intermission. Popcorn is donated

by Ed Lake, with juice donated

by McDonalds: The Maynard Organization.

Seating is reserved and patrons are encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance. Tickets are available at Tibbits.org, by calling 517-278-6029, or in-person at the Tibbits Box Office inside the theatre at 14 S. Hanchett St or at the Tibbits Admin Office at 93 W. Chicago in Coldwater. All performances will take place at Tibbits Opera House, 14 S. Hanchett St., Coldwater, MI.

Revolutionary War-era fort every morning to wake the island up.

The smell of fudge tempts you as walk down Main Street. The natural beauty that is Arch Rock.

Lilacs bursting throughout the island in early June.

However, it’s the distinct lack of something that most people might point to as being the thing that makes the island special “Mackinac Island is famous for many things, but the century and a quarter-old ban on motorized vehicles is truly at the top of why it is such a special place,” said Mackinac State Historic Parks Director Steve Brisson.

2023 marks the 125th anniversary of the automobile ban on Mackinac Island. Mackinac State Historic Parks is celebrating the occasion with special events the weekend of July 21, complete with an 1886 Benz Motorwagen on the island. It was a vehicle very similar to this that got the wheels in motion (no pun intended) for the ban on automobiles.

“The Mackinac Island State Park Commission has been honored to work with and partner with the City of Mackinac Island for more than a century on the ban on automobiles,” Brisson said. “We continue to partner with the city to enforce this ban that is crucial to maintaining the heritage of Mackinac Island.”

The weekend will begin with a ceremonial “re-banning” of automobiles on Mackinac Island.

The Motorwagen will take a short drive down Market Street to Mackinac Island City Council before Brisson and Mackinac Island Mayor Margaret Doud reaffirm the ban. This event will begin at 7:00 p.m.

The “horseless vehicle” will also be on display outside Fort Mackinac at the Huron Road Pavilion from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 22, and Sunday, July 23. A member of the Gilmore Car Museum will provide interpretation and visitors will be able to take pictures.

On the evening of July 22 an invite-only event, presented by Mackinac Island Carriage Tours, will take place at Fort Mackinac officially commemorating the ban on automobiles on Mackinac Island.

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Cars & Characters: Princesses & Superheroes on Parade is a magical event at the Gilmore Car Museum which combines the excitement of interacting with classic storybook and comic book characters, with an introduction to our impressive campus and display of more than 400 vintage and collector cars. Cars & Characters activities will run from 10:00am – 3:00pm ET on Sunday, July 23rd, 2023. Tickets are on sale now.

Cars & Characters will offer guests several opportunities to make memories with over 16 different storybook princesses and comic book superheroes throughout their visit. In addition to interactive activities around our campus, there will be plenty of opportunities to take photos with your favorite characters in front of majestic fairytale backdrops and cityscapes, set alongside regal coaches and luxurious limousines from our collection.

Practice your best princess wave as you ride around campus in a collector car with Ariel, Cinderella, or Mirabel. Cool off with Elsa and Anna during Storytime, featuring an enchanting tale read by the two sisters.

Spiderman will even be here to show you the ropes during Superhero Training. Activities begin every thirty minutes on a first come, first served basis and can accommodate up to 50 guests at once.

“Our princess and superhero days at Gilmore Car Museum have become a community event we all look forward to. During these days, we have the unique opportunity to engage children through their own interests, while also introducing them to automotive history,” said Michael Spezia, Executive Director of the Gilmore Car Museum.

Cars & Characters Admission Tickets are available in advance online or at the door. Admission tickets and Character Ride tickets are sold separately.

Tickets are now available to purchase at: https://buytickets.at/ gilmorecarmuseum/946103

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STATE

Consumers Repowering Palisades: Energy Starts Energizing Michigan’s Economic Future

By Zach Morris, Executive Director, Market Van Buren New Effort Peters As Executive Director of Market Van Buren, a subsidiary of Kinexus Group, I see firsthand how the to Expand Highlights repowering of Palisades nuclear power plant in Van Buren County will positively impact the economy, Need to Pass Overnight the workforce, and the overall community that we have worked so hard to strengthen and build over the years. Market Van Buren is an economic development organization serving Cass and Van Buren counties, Charging for SWAT Act however, the positive impact of repowering the plan will be felt far beyond our region.

Michigan As Michigan strives to build a sustainable and prosperous future, it is essential to recognize the important to Address role that energy plays in shaping the state’s economic development. The repowering of the Palisades nuclear Electric Invasive power plant presents a historic opportunity for Michigan. With its promise of hundreds of permanent highpaying jobs, substantial tax revenues, and reliable baseload generation, the repowering of Palisades can Vehicle Fly Hurting serve as a catalyst for economic growth, and support current and growing energy needs across the state.

Michigan Fruit Owners Repowering Palisades will create hundreds of high-paying jobs that will strengthen Michigan’s economy.

The nuclear power industry is known for its stable employment opportunities, offering long-term career Growers Taking another step to power prospects and attractive wages. These positions not only provide financial stability for workers and their While visiting Crossroads Blueberry Farm in West Olive on Friday, July 14, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) talked about the need to pass his bipartisan SWAT Act, which would help reduce the spread of spotted wing drosophila (SWD). SWD is an invasive insect that continues to hurt growers in Michigan and across the country by laying their eggs in soft-skinned fruit crops such as cherries and blueberries, making entire crop loads unsellable. Peters’ Spotted Wing Abatement Trust (SWAT) Act would establish a fund managed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to strengthen efforts that mitigate the spread of this invasive pest, helping to keep costs down for growers and prevent their crops from being spoiled in the first place. Peters is pushing for the bill to be included in the 2023 Farm Bill.

“I’ve heard from growers all across our state about how this invasive fly is threatening their businesses and livelihoods by spoiling entire crop loads and making them unsellable,” said Senator Peters. “Many farmers are also incurring significant costs to both address and prevent these pests. That’s why I’m pushing to pass my bipartisan SWAT Act which would help combat this invasive species and protect Michigan growers.”

“When spotted wing drosophila lays its eggs in our crops, we are at risk of decreased yield because of fruit buyers’ zerotolerance policy. This potential loss of crop is extremely harmful to our business and on top of that, we have to take matters into our own hands financially to try to tackle infestations,” said Luke DeHaan, owner of Crossroads Blueberry Farm. “Thank you, Senator Peters, for keeping this issue on the forefront and for working to pass the SWAT Act into law.”

Peters toured the farm’s processing facility and met with Crossroads Blueberry Farm owners, Dave Reenders and Luke DeHaan, to hear firsthand how SWD is impacting their crops, business, and livelihoods.

Peters was also joined by Michigan Blueberry Commission Executive Director Nyquist and MSU Professor Isaacs – who is spearheading national research on- and developing effective pest management strategies for SWD. Peters also examined samba wasps – a natural predator to SWD and recently developed SWD mitigation effort.

Michigan’s electric vehicle transformation, Consumers Energy today announced a new effort to install EV chargers at apartment buildings, condominiums and overnight community locations across the state.

“Consumers Energy is driven to provide solutions that accelerate the growth of EVs, as we plan to power up to 1 million carbon-free vehicles on Michigan roads by 2030,” said Lauren Snyder, Consumers Energy’s vice president of customer experience.

“By focusing on multifamily and community charging, we’re adding another piece of the puzzle that removes barriers for drivers making the switch to EVs.” Consumers Energy’s PowerMIDrive program will actively focus on providing rebates for EV chargers at apartments and other multifamily locations where vehicle owners need to charge their vehicles overnight.

The new multifamily EV charging program offers $7,500 rebates to encourage property owners to invest in overnight charging for their tenants. The community charging pilot will provide a $7,500 rebate to 25 Michigan municipalities that install a charger in public parking lots or curbside locations, with a focus on places within one block of multifamily properties.

“Consumers Energy is committed to making EV ownership and charging available to everyone,” Snyder said. “That includes providing equitable access to EV charging for renters and tenants who might not have a private garage to power up at home.”

Consumers Energy is taking action to make EV ownership more affordable and convenient.

An effort is underway to add 200 EV chargers, including 100 fast chargers, across the Lower Peninsula.

Consumers Energy has installed nearly 4,000 EV chargers for homes, businesses and along roads across the Lower Peninsula.

Those include nearly 40 fast chargers that can power an EV battery in a half hour.

“We’re taking steps today to make sure we make our state’s EV transformation a natural one for Michiganders,” Snyder said.

“We’re helping our EV drivers take advantage of the lowest rates, find convenient charging locations, and get the information they need from our advisors. It’s all about helping Michigan get ready for the next generation of clean transportation.”

families but also contribute to the growth of local businesses and the overall regional economy. These jobs are supplemented every 18 months by the influx of more than 1,000 contractors who arrive on site to support regularly scheduled refueling and maintenance outages. That predictable boost in economic activity stimulates growth for small businesses and contributes to a resilient economic ecosystem.

In fact, an ongoing study conducted by the Economic Growth Institute at the University of Michigan found that the premature closure of Palisades will have an adverse economic impact on the region of more than $250 million annually.

As one of the region’s largest employers, Palisades will generate substantial tax revenues for the local community. These additional funds can be strategically allocated to bolster education, healthcare, infrastructure, and other vital public services, thereby improving the overall quality of life for all Michiganders.

The repowering of Palisades also addresses the critical need for baseload generation in Michigan, which will ensure we do not have rolling brownouts, like some parts of the world have. As the state transitions away from fossil fuel-based energy sources, ensuring a consistent and reliable power supply becomes paramount. Nuclear power plants, such as Palisades, provide a dependable around-the-clock generation capacity that can complement intermittent renewable energy sources. The availability of reliable baseload power is important for Michigan households and job creators and essential to future growth within our state.

The repowering of Palisades represents a unique, bipartisan opportunity for Michigan to secure a prosperous future, driven by sustainable economic growth, job creation, and reliable energy generation.

The hundreds of permanent high-paying jobs, millions in annual tax revenues, and the contractor presence associated with refueling and maintenance outages will invigorate local economies and drive regional development. Additionally, the reliable baseload generation provided by Palisades will serve as a crucial asset in offsetting the closure of fossil fuel-based energy sources, supporting new manufacturing endeavors, and ensuring a stable energy supply for households across the state.

By embracing the repowering of Palisades, Michigan can pave the way for a cleaner, more resilient, and prosperous future, while helping the region and state compete and win.

Peters, Stabenow Announce Nearly $15 Million Federal Grant to Improve Resilience of Michigan’s Electrical Grid U.S. Senators Gary Peters (MI) and Debbie Stabenow (MI) announced that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will be awarding the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy $14,934,332 in federal funding to modernize the state’s electrical grid and strengthen it against extreme weather events and natural disasters. The funding is provided through the Preventing Outages and Enhancing the Resilience of the Electrical Grid Grants program, which was established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law the senators helped enact.

“It’s critical we ensure that Michigan’s electrical grid is able to withstand severe weather, the impacts of climate change and other disruptive events,” said Senator Peters. “These investments,

which are available through the bipartisan infrastructure law Senator Stabenow, and I helped enact, will provide necessary updates to harden the grid and protect Michiganders from losing power.”

“Michigan knows firsthand how more frequent extreme weather events – a direct result of the climate crisis – are taking a toll on our state’s electrical grid.

This funding is another critical infrastructure investment coming to our state that will help ensure that Michigan households can count on having power, no matter the forecast,” said Senator Stabenow.

“This grant will help us build a more resistant electric grid, so Michiganders have access to reliable power that meets their needs,” said Governor Gretchen Whitmer. “We are grateful to our federal partners and President

Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for securing these critical resources. Together, we will invest in our communities, upgrade old power lines and electrical equipment, replace cables, and so much more. Let’s keep working together to deliver on the goals of the MI Healthy Climate Plan— including replacing aging grid infrastructure—and build a brighter future so anyone can ‘make it’ in Michigan.”

The funding will be used for projects such as hardening power lines and electric facilities, improving flood prevention and recovery systems, replacing electric cables, moving critical infrastructure facilities underground to protect them from extreme weather, and projects to increase battery storage and electrical capacity.

Peters Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Require Federal Government to Purchase AllAmerican-made Flags U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, recently joined colleagues to introduce bipartisan legislation to require our federal government to purchase flags that are 100 percent produced and manufactured in the United States.

“The American flag is our nation’s most visible symbol and there is no question the United States government should buy flags that are made here at home,” said

Senator Peters. “This bipartisan bill will ensure we appropriately honor this emblem that represents America’s spirit around the world, and will support businesses and workers in Michigan and across the nation who manufacture our flag.”

The federal government can currently buy flags that contain only 50 percent American-made materials. The All-American Flag Act would require the government to buy flags that are contain 100

percent American-made materials and that are manufactured completely in the United States.

According to the U.S. Department of Commerce and U.S. Census Data, the dollar value of U.S. imports of American flags was $4.4 million in 2015. Of that amount, $4 million of imported flags came from China. In 2017, the U.S. imported 10 million American flags. Of those, all but 50,000 came from China.

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Shape Your Loved Ones’ Lives with the Word of God! B Tonja Taylor

Yet we have the same spirit of faith as he had who wrote, I have believed, and therefore have I spoken. We too believe, and therefore we speak, --2 Corinthians 4:13, AMPC Speaking the Word of God is always the right thing to do! Instead of being afraid we’re not doing it right, let us trust the Holy Spirit of Truth to help us. He knows what we mean, and when we are sincere, He will bless our efforts to shape the lives of our loved ones with His eternal Word!

Speaking the eternal, living, unchanging Word of God to purposely positively shape our lives and our loved ones’ lives is powerful!

God created the whole world with words! In Genesis 1, we see that “God said,” and something came into being in the earth!

After all, we are speaking spirits, and we’re going to be saying something over ourselves, our spouses, our kids, and others, so may the LORD help us to take responsibility for our words, become more aware of what we are saying, and ask Him to help us replace the wrong words with the right ones. He will!

We can bless our families and other loved ones, by speaking the Word of God over them. This is especially powerful in the lives of our children, for we are shaped by the words of those authority figures in our lives--whether for good or evil.

And God pronounced a blessing upon Noah and his sons and said to them, Be fruitful

and multiply and fill the earth.

----Genesis 9:1, AMPC Later, the LORD blessed Abraham--the former heathen whom He chose to become the father of the faith of all who would truly belong to the LORD Jesus Christ!

And he blessed him and said, Blessed (favored with blessings, made blissful, joyful) be Abram

by God Most High, Possessor and Maker of heaven and earth, --Genesis 14:19, AMPC

I’m so thankful the LORD saved me early (age 9, in Vacation Bible School), and taught me to start loving His Word even before then. Later, as a mother, He taught me the importance of blessing-speaking the Word of God--over my daughter. This includes speaking the Word over her in the womb, and also asking Him to guide me to specific Scriptures to speak over her, and to have the pastor speak over her, as she was dedicated to the LORD. (She was just three

Immanuel Reformed Church M-89 (500 East Main Street) & Wilson Avenue (57th Street) Post Office Box 434, Fennville, Michigan, 49408 Telephone: 1-616-283-1546 Outdoor Drive-In Worship Service ¼ mile North of Fennville on 58th Street.

July 23, 2023 - Lords Day 30 Service begins at 6:00PM Special Music: Phil Holmes Guest speaker: Rev. John Nitray A FREE WILL offering will be taken during the service. Gifts will be used to continue the Outdoor service.

If there is thunder and lightning or a Tornado warning at 5:00pm or it’s been raining ALL day the outdoor service will be cancelled.

Telephone: 616.283.1546 or 616.990.5976 All Welcome – Join us as we praise and thank God by worshipping with Him and His creation!

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months old, and it was Mother’s Day. What a very special time!)

The Holy Spirit, Who creates all people, and knows us all better than we know ourselves, knows every moment of your loved ones’ lives. Ask Him to guide you to the right Scriptures to proclaim over them, and He will!

He---the perfect Father--will add to them as needed, as they

grow.

Don’t forget to speak the Word over yourself and your spouse (or husband to be! That reminds me, when I was desiring a truly Godly husband who would be the Covenant partner I knew I must have to accomplish the will of God in my life, the LORD led me to write out specific things I (Continued on page 9)

Keeping Bad Company

By Ronald Rutaremwa

Read: Psalm 141:1-5 Do not let my heart incline to any evil, to busy myself with wicked deeds in company with men who work iniquity, and let me not eat of their delicacies! (v. 4) When I was in school, a group of older boys influenced me to leave with them during class time to go and drink alcohol. By the grace of God, I found nothing good in drinking alcohol; it tasted very bitter to me. But I continued to be friends with them. Keeping their company held me back from having the right relationship with God. Psalm 141 is a lamentation from David to God. Versus 3-5 are prayers for personal righteousness. David prayed that God would protect him from the kind of evil that characterized his own enemy (the company of men who work iniquity). What makes temptation very powerful and dangerous is that often it seems that the way of life that ungodly people live is attractive. So, David prayed about his mouth (v. 3). He also prayed about his heart and his appetites, that he would not want to join with men who are evildoers or be enticed by their delicacies (v. 4). Evil acts begin with evil desires in our hearts, and bad company can make this worse. As 1 Corinthians 15:33 says, “Bad company ruins good morals.”

The kind of friends you keep affect your relationship with God for good, or for bad. Choose your company wisely.

Ronald Rutaremwa is the program producers for Words of Hope Uganda.

This devotional is reprinted by permission from Words of Hope. To receive Words of Hope’s daily meditation, and learn more about their international ministry, please visit woh.org.

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Notice of Foreclosure by Advertisement Notice is given under section 3212 of the revised judicature act of 1961, 1961 PA 236, MCL 600.3212, that the following mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at a public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check at the place of holding the circuit court in Ottawa County, starting promptly at 10:00 AM, on July 27, 2023. The amount due on the mortgage may be greater on the day of sale. Placing the highest bid at the sale does not automatically entitle the purchaser to free and clear ownership of the property. A potential purchaser is encouraged to contact the county register of deeds office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge a fee for this information: Name(s) of the mortgagor(s): Eric Chunn, unmarried man Original Mortgagee: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for lender and lender’s successors and/or assigns Foreclosing Assignee (if any): NewRez LLC d/b/a Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing Date of Mortgage: July 11, 2019 Date of Mortgage Recording: July 15, 2019 Amount claimed due on date of notice: $171,357.53 Description of the mortgaged premises: Situated in Charter Township of Zeeland, Ottawa County, Michigan, and described as:

Notice of Foreclosure by Advertisement Notice is given under section 3212 of the revised judicature act of 1961, 1961 PA 236, MCL 600.3212, that the following mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at a public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check at the place of holding the circuit court in Ottawa County, starting promptly at 10:00 AM, on August 10, 2023. The amount due on the mortgage may be greater on the day of sale. Placing the highest bid at the sale does not automatically entitle the purchaser to free and clear ownership of the property. A potential purchaser is encouraged to contact the county register of deeds office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge a fee for this information: Name(s) of the mortgagor(s): Tory L. Hofmeyer, a single man Original Mortgagee: PNC Bank, National Association, successor by merger to National City Bank, successor by merger to National City Mortgage, a division of National City Bank of Indiana Foreclosing Assignee (if any): None Date of Mortgage: September 15, 2005 Date of Mortgage Recording: October 5, 2005 Amount claimed due on date of notice: $65,097.67 Description of the mortgaged premises: Situated in City of Holland, Ottawa County, Michigan, and described as:

Notice of Foreclosure by Advertisement.

Notice is given under section 3212 of the revised judicature act of 1961, 1961 PA 236, MCL 600.3212, that the following mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at a public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check at the place of holding the circuit court in Ottawa County, starting promptly at 10:00 AM, on August 10, 2023.

The amount due on the mortgage may be greater on the day of the sale. Placing the highest bid at the sale does not automatically entitle the purchaser to free and clear ownership of the property.

A potential purchaser is encouraged to contact the county register of deeds office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge a fee for this information. MORTGAGE: Mortgagor(s): Amy Joan Gorley a/k/a Amy J. Norkus, unmarried Original Mortgagee: The Huntington National Bank Date of mortgage: March 9, 2002 Recorded on April 9, 2002, Liber 3440, on Page 621, Foreclosing Assignee (if any): None Amount claimed to be due at the date hereof: Twelve Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Three and 01/100 Dollars ($12,983.01) Mortgaged premises: Situated in Ottawa County, and described as:

Notice of Foreclosure by Advertisement Notice is given under section 3212 of the revised judicature act of 1961, 1961 PA 236, MCL 600.3212, that the following mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at a public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check at the place of holding the circuit court in Ottawa County, starting promptly at 10:00 AM, on July 27, 2023. The amount due on the mortgage may be greater on the day of sale. Placing the highest bid at the sale does not automatically entitle the purchaser to free and clear ownership of the property. A potential purchaser is encouraged to contact the county register of deeds office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge a fee for this information: Name(s) of the mortgagor(s): Lynn D Lefevre a single woman Original Mortgagee: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender’s successors and/or assigns Foreclosing Assignee (if any): Wells Fargo Bank, NA Date of Mortgage: July 3, 2003 Date of Mortgage Recording: July 11, 2003 Amount claimed due on date of notice: $105,634.09 Description of the mortgaged premises: Situated in City of Holland, Ottawa County, Michigan, and described as:

Notice of Foreclosure by Advertisement Notice is given under section 3212 of the revised judicature act of 1961, 1961 PA 236, MCL 600.3212, that the following mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at a public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check at the place of holding the circuit court in Ottawa County, starting promptly at 10:00 AM, on August 17, 2023. The amount due on the mortgage may be greater on the day of sale. Placing the highest bid at the sale does not automatically entitle the purchaser to free and clear ownership of the property. A potential purchaser is encouraged to contact the county register of deeds office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge a fee for this information: Name(s) of the mortgagor(s): Shaun Tober and Lindsay Tober, husband and wife Original Mortgagee: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for lender and lender’s successors and/or assigns Foreclosing Assignee (if any): Freedom Mortgage Corporation Date of Mortgage: October 6, 2016 Date of Mortgage Recording: October 10, 2016 Amount claimed due on date of notice: $136,354.79 Description of the mortgaged premises: Situated in Charter Township of Allendale, Ottawa County, Michigan, and described as:

Unit 27, Zeeland Meadows, a Site Condominium according to the Master Deed recorded in Liber 4727, Page 221, as amended, in the Office of the Ottawa County Register of Deeds, and designated as Ottawa County Condominium Subdivision Plan No. 405, together with rights in general common elements and limited common elements as set forth in said Master Deed, and amendments thereto, and as described in Act 59 of the Public Acts of 1978, as amended.

Common street address (if any): 1850 Greenview Ct, Zeeland, MI 49464-8237 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a; or, if the subject real property is used for agricultural purposes as defined by MCL 600.3240(16).

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Attention homeowner: If you are a military service member on active duty, if your period of active duty has concluded less than 90 days ago, or if you have been ordered to active duty, please contact the attorney for the party foreclosing the mortgage at the telephone number stated in this notice.

This notice is from a debt collector.

Date of notice: June 29, 2023 Trott Law, P.C. 31440 Northwestern Hwy, Suite 145 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (248) 642-2515 1502547 (06-29)(07-20)

The North 99 feet of the East 1/2 of Lot 7, and the North 99 feet of the West 1/2 of Lot 6, Block 4, South Prospect Park Plat, according to the recorded plat thereof in Liber 5 of Plats on Page 6.

Common street address (if any): 172 E 25th St, Holland, MI 49423-4862 The redemption period shall be 1 year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Attention homeowner: If you are a military service member on active duty, if your period of active duty has concluded less than 90 days ago, or if you have been ordered to active duty, please contact the attorney for the party foreclosing the mortgage at the telephone number stated in this notice.

This notice is from a debt collector.

Date of notice: June 29, 2023 Trott Law, P.C. 31440 Northwestern Hwy, Suite 145 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (248) 642-2515 1502588 (06-29)(07-20)

LOT 77 OF CHATEAU WEST NUMBER 4, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF IN LIBER 26 OF PLATS, PAGES 26 AND 27, OTTAWA COUNTY RECORDS. Commonly known as 7372 Hidden Forest Dr, Hudsonville, MI 49426 The redemption period will be one year from the date of such sale, unless abandoned under MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period will be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days from the MCL 600.3241a(b) notice, whichever is later; or unless extinguished pursuant to MCL 600.3238.

If the above referenced property is sold at a foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of Act 236 of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Attention homeowner: If you are a military service member on active duty, if your period of active duty has concluded less than 90 days ago, or if you have been ordered to active duty, please contact the attorney for the party foreclosing the mortgage at the telephone number stated in this notice.

The Huntington National Mortgagee/Assignee

Bank

The East 32 feet of Lot 100 and the West 47 feet of Lot 99, Plasman’s Subdivision, as recorded in Liber 10 of Plats on Page 25 Common street address (if any): 621 W 24th St, Holland, MI 49423-4030 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a; or, if the subject real property is used for agricultural purposes as defined by MCL 600.3240(16).

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Attention homeowner: If you are a military service member on active duty, if your period of active duty has concluded less than 90 days ago, or if you have been ordered to active duty, please contact the attorney for the party foreclosing the mortgage at the telephone number stated in this notice.

This notice is from a debt collector.

Date of notice: June 29, 2023

Schneiderman & Sherman P.C. 23938 Research Dr, Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48335

Trott Law, P.C. 31440 Northwestern Hwy, Suite 145 Farmington Hills, MI 48334

248.539.7400

(248) 642-2515

1502632

1502069 (06-29)(07-20)

(06-29)(07-20)

Beginning at the Southwest corner of the West 1/2 of the North 1/2 of the South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 7 North, Range 14 West, Allendale Township, Ottawa County, Michigan; thence running East 10 rods; thence North 8 rods; thence West 10 rods; thence South 8 rods to the place of beginning.

Common street address (if any): 11308 68th Ave, Allendale, MI 49401-9126 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a; or, if the subject real property is used for agricultural purposes as defined by MCL 600.3240(16).

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Attention homeowner: If you are a military service member on active duty, if your period of active duty has concluded less than 90 days ago, or if you have been ordered to active duty, please contact the attorney for the party foreclosing the mortgage at the telephone number stated in this notice.

This notice is from a debt collector.

Date of notice: July 20, 2023 Trott Law, P.C. 31440 Northwestern Hwy, Suite 145 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (248) 642-2515 1504123 (07-20)(08-10)

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LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE 7/20/2023

7/20/2023 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE

Notice of Foreclosure by Advertisement Notice is given under section 3212 of the revised judicature act of 1961, 1961 PA 236, MCL 600.3212, that the following mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at a public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check at the place of holding the circuit court in Ottawa County, starting promptly at 10:00 AM, on July 27, 2023. The amount due on the mortgage may be greater on the day of sale. Placing the highest bid at the sale does not automatically entitle the purchaser to free and clear ownership of the property. A potential purchaser is encouraged to contact the county register of deeds office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge a fee for this information: Name(s) of the mortgagor(s): Edward A. Bader and Joan M. Bader, husband and wife Original Mortgagee: Edward Jones Mortgage, LLC Foreclosing Assignee (if any): Specialized Loan Servicing LLC Date of Mortgage: October 23, 2012 Date of Mortgage Recording: November 5, 2012 Amount claimed due on date of notice: $157,487.35 Description of the mortgaged premises: Situated in Township of Port Sheldon, Ottawa County, Michigan, and described as:

Attention homeowner: If you are a military service member on active duty, if your period of active duty has concluded less than 90 days ago, or if you have been ordered to active duty, please contact the attorney for the party foreclosing the mortgage at the telephone number stated in this notice.

Notice of foreclosure by advertisement. Notice is given under section 3212 of the revised judicature act of 1961, 1961 PA 236, MCL 600.3212, that the following mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at a public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check at the place of holding the circuit court in Ottawa County, starting promptly at 10:00 AM on JULY 27, 2023. The amount due on the mortgage may be greater on the day of the sale. Placing the highest bid at the sale does not automatically entitle the purchaser to free and clear ownership of the property. A potential purchaser is encouraged to contact the county register of deeds office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge a fee for this information.

Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by William M. Silva, Unmarried, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for American Financial Resources, Inc., successors and/or assigns, Mortgagee, dated May 22, 2013 and recorded June 6, 2013 in Instrument Number 2013-0026338 Ottawa County Records, Michigan.

Said mortgage is now held by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., by assignment.

There is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Fifty-Six Thousand Six Hundred Ninety-Two and 99/100 Dollars ($56,692.99).

Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the place of holding the circuit court within Ottawa County, Michigan at 10:00 AM on JULY 27, 2023.

Parcel D1 Description: Part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 35, Town 6 North, Range 16 West, Port Sheldon Township, Ottawa County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said Section; thence North 89 degrees 31 minutes 37 seconds West 233.00 feet along the South line of said Section to the point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 31 minutes 37 seconds West 200.00 feet along said South line; thence North 01 degrees 02 minutes 32 seconds West 420.75 feet; thence North 89 degrees 31 minutes 37 seconds West 208.27 feet; thence South 00 degrees 56 minutes 59 seconds East 140.7 feet; thence South 45 degrees 36 minutes 39 seconds West 152.26 feet; thence South 00 degrees 56 minutes 59 seconds East 172.59 feet; thence North 89 degrees 31 minutes 37 seconds West 68.93 feet; thence North 00 degrees 56 minutes 59 seconds West 435.73 feet; thence South 89 degrees 31 minutes 37 seconds East 587.76 feet; thence South 01 degrees 02 minutes 32 seconds East 435.75 feet to the point of beginning.

LEGAL NOTICE 07/20/23 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Trust Estate Janet A. Fralic Aussicker (“Decedent”) Date of Decedent’s Birth: June 22, 1933

Common street address (if any): 15303 New Holland St, Holland, MI 49424-5728

Name of Trust: The Janet A. Fralic Aussicker Trust dated January 4, 2017

The redemption period shall be 1 year from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Attention homeowner: If you are a military service member on active duty, if your period of active duty has concluded less than 90 days ago, or if you have been ordered to active duty, please contact the attorney for the party foreclosing the mortgage at the telephone number stated in this notice.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS: Decedent, Janet A. Fralic Aussicker, died March 10, 2023. There is no personal representative of Decedent’s estate to whom Letters of Authority have been issued.

This notice is from a debt collector.

Douglas J. Brackmann (P-40885) WESSELING & BRACKMANN P.C. 6439 28th Avenue Hudsonville, Michigan 49426 (616) 669-8185

Date of notice: June 29, 2023 Trott Law, P.C. 31440 Northwestern Hwy, Suite 145 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (248) 642-2515 1502227 (06-29)(07-20)

Creditors of Decedent are notified that all claims against Decedent, Decedent’s estate and/or Decedent’s trust(s) will be forever barred unless presented to Trustee Jody Winstrom within four (4) months after the date of publication of this notice.

Date: July 13, 2023 Jody Winstrom 4623 Riverledge Drive Holland, Michigan 49423

Said premises are located in the Township of Crockery, Ottawa County Michigan, and are described as: Part of the West 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 8, Town 8 North, Range 15 West, Crockery Township, Ottawa County, Michigan; Commencing at the Northeast corner of Section 8, thence South 88 degrees 47 minutes 35 seconds West 1323.92 feet, thence South 0 degrees 03 minutes 57 seconds West 660.16 feet, thence South 88 degrees 47 minutes 35 seconds West 286.37 feet, thence South 0 degrees 03 minutes 57 seconds West 653.59 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 89 degrees 56 minutes 03 seconds East 163.3 feet, thence South 0 degrees 03 minutes 57 seconds West 688 feet, thence North 89 degrees 56 minutes 03 seconds West 30 feet, thence South 0 degrees 03 minutes 57 seconds West 171.23 feet, thence North 61 degrees 15 minutes West 151.99 feet, thence North 0 degrees 03 minutes 57 seconds East 786.34 feet to the point of beginning.

13031 Apple Drive, Nunica, Michigan 49448 The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale.

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale, pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damage to the property during the redemption period.

Dated: June 29, 2023 File No. 23-006826 Firm Name: Orlans PC Firm Address: 1650 West Big Beaver Road, Troy MI 48084 Firm Phone Number: (248) 502.1400 (06-29)(07-20)

LEGAL NOTICES 8/3/2023 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Notice of Foreclosure by Advertisement Notice is given under section 3212 of the revised judicature act of 1961, 1961 PA 236, MCL 600.3212, that the following mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at a public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check at the place of holding the circuit court in Ottawa County, starting promptly at 10:00 AM, on August 10, 2023. The amount due on the mortgage may be greater on the day of sale.

Placing the highest bid at the sale does not automatically entitle the purchaser to free and clear ownership of the property.

A potential purchaser is encouraged to contact the county register of deeds office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge a fee for this information: Name(s) of the mortgagor(s): Robyn Larabee and Joshua Larabee, wife and husband Original Mortgagee: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as mortgagee, as nominee for lender and lender’s successors and/or assigns Foreclosing Assignee (if any): Mortgage 1, Inc. Date of Mortgage: May 3, 2021 Date of Mortgage Recording: May 13, 2021 Amount claimed due on date of notice: $192,601.60 Description of the mortgaged premises: Situated in Township of Robinson, Ottawa County, Michigan, and described as: That part of the East 20 acres of the West 74 acres of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 9, Town 7 North, Range 15 West, Robinson Township, Ottawa County, Michigan, described as beginning at a point which is South 86 degrees 54 minutes 55 seconds East along the North line of said Section 9, 951.48 feet and South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 649.00 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section 9; thence South 86 degrees 54 minutes 55 seconds East 261.81 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along the East line of said East 20 acres of the West 74 acres of the Northwest 1/3,

Common street address (if any): 13532 Lauren Ln, Grand Haven, MI 49417-9115 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a; or, if the subject real property is used for agricultural purposes as defined by MCL 600.3240(16).

If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period.

Attention homeowner: If you are a military service member on active duty, if your period of active duty has concluded less than 90 days ago, or if you have been ordered to active duty, please contact the attorney for the party foreclosing the mortgage at the telephone number stated in this notice.

This notice is from a debt collector.

Date of notice: July 13, 2023 Trott Law, P.C. 31440 Northwestern Hwy, Suite 145 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (248) 642-2515 1503070 (07-13)(08-03)

Mackinac

Word of God

(Continued from page 5)

(Continued from page 7) wanted and needed in my husband from him, and then to pray certain Scriptures over this man, for about an hour a day for a season.

The LORD is so faithful! He sent my Ephesians 3:20 husband, as I call him, to me at just the right time! Not only did everything on that list (which was written over 20 years ago), from what I remember, come to pass in my dear husband, but there is more besides!

God is so good!

You will never go wrong speaking the Word of God over yourself and your loved ones. It may seem awkward at first---but so does any new venture. Soon, you will learn to love His Word even more. He will give you deeper insight into the mystery of Himself, and you can have more confidence in His love and faithfulness for you!

Ask the LORD to show you where to start, and, if you don’t get a direction (We have to learn to understand how to hear from the LORD, but He will teach you!), open the Bible and read until you find a verse that you want to speak over your children. Remember, He will also reveal verses for you to speak over yourself!

The Word of God is the ultimate, all-powerful Tool for positively shaping our lives and

Section 9, 233.00 feet; thence North 86 degrees 54 minutes 55 seconds West 261.81 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 233.00 feet to the point of beginning.

Together with an easement for ingress and egress; and public utilities described as beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 9, South 86 degrees 54 minutes 55 seconds East 885.38 feet from the Northwest corner of said Section 9; thence South 86 degrees 54 minutes 55 seconds East 66.10 feet; thence South 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 882.00 feet; thence North 86 degrees 54 minutes 55 seconds West 66.10 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West 882.00 feet to the point of beginning.

others’! It is a seed, like Jesus says in the Gospels, that we plant.

Often, just like a regular seed, it takes a while for the fruit to appear.

However, when we plant the incorruptible Word, and water it (by continuing to speak that Word, and thanking God for the harvest), it will bear fruit!

The first way the Word of God usually bears fruit as we speak it over others’ lives, is that it starts to positively shapes our lives!

The wicked man earns deceitful wages, but he who sows righteousness (moral and spiritual rectitude in every area and relation) shall have a sure reward [permanent and satisfying]. --Proverbs 11:18, AMPC Hallelujah! God is all good, and His Word is all good. Why wait? Get started today positively shaping your life and your loved ones (even co-workers, strangers, the whole world!) with the lifechanging Word of Life today!

The Lord is good to all, and His tender mercies are over all His works [the entirety of things created]. --Psalm 145:9, AMPC Tonja K. Taylor lives to exalt God. She and her husband of almost 18 years serve Him in many ways, including through the YouTube channel “River Rain Creative,” and more. Tonja teaches kids online and writes.

Mackinac State Historic Parks has partnered with the Gilmore Car Museum, located outside Kalamazoo, to being the Motorwagen to the island.

Former Mackinac State Historic Parks Director Phil Porter has written a new vignette on the automobile ban: Where Horse is King: Mackinac Island’s Automobile Ban. It provides the complete background on the restriction on automobiles, including efforts over the years to get around the ban or repeal it. The book is available at all Mackinac State Historic Parks Museum stores.

In addition, a special commemorative logo has been developed and can be found on merchandise at Mackinac State Historic Parks Museum stores, as well as on the license plates found on carriages throughout the island.

In addition to Mackinac Island Carriage Tours, the special weekend celebrating Mackinac Island’s ban on automobiles has been made possible by Mackinac Associates, friends preserving and sharing Mackinac’s heritage.

GARDEN

Before placing cut flowers in a vase, cut the stems at a 45-degree angle and remove the lower leaves so they are not submerged in the water. photo courtesy of MelindaMyers. com

Summer Bouquets From the Garden

by Melinda Myers

Make every day and summer gatherings special with the help of garden-fresh flower arrangements. You will be sure to generate smiles from family members and guests when including fresh flowers on the dinner table and other spaces in your home.

Gather your flowers in the morning after the dew has dried whenever possible. The temperatures are cool, and the plants are hydrated. The evening is the next best time. But don’t hesitate to harvest flowers right before guests arrive or when picking vegetables for the evening meal. The flowers may not last as long, but you will be able to enjoy them for that dinner or special event and a few more days.

Use a pair of sharp snips or bypass pruners to make the cut above a set of healthy leaves or back to an adjoining branch. Keep in mind the more flowers you harvest, the more flowers produced on annuals and some perennial plants.

Remove the lower leaves and immediately place the flowers in a bucket of water. Consider taking a bucket of water to the garden to keep the flowers fresh and hydrated while you’re busy collecting. Let the flowers stand in a cool place, out of direct sunlight, in tepid water for several hours or better yet overnight.

Recut the stems at a 45º angle when assembling the flower arrangements. This prevents them from sitting flat on the bottom of the vase and exposes more of the surface area to the water. Remove any additional leaves that will be submerged in water. Leaves covered by water tend to turn slimy, increasing the risk of bacterial growth that decreases the life of your cut flowers.

Always use a clean vase and fresh water to maximize your cut flowers’ vase life. Add a floral preservative to the water to further extend their longevity. Check the water level often, ensuring the cut ends are always covered with water. Change the water often to keep your flowers looking their best for as long as possible.

Since different flowers last in an arrangement for different lengths of time consider reworking your arrangements by removing flowers as they fade. This keeps it interesting while extending your enjoyment.

Start with a walk through your landscape looking for potential flowers and foliage to use in arrangements. Follow the general guidelines for harvesting and care to maximize the flowers’ vase life.

You may find a few summer bloomers do best when harvested at a particular stage of flowering. Wait for zinnias and marigold flowers to be fully open to harvest them.

Pick dahlias when the flowers are half or fully open. The back petals should be firm, not soft and limp, and stay attached when rubbing your hand over the back of the flower. Some gardeners set dahlias in warm (160 to 180°F) water with a preservative for one hour before arranging them. Others dip the stems in boiling water for 7 to 10 seconds, then cool water for a few hours.

Extend the vase life of hydrangeas by soaking the flowers, stem up and flowers down, in cold water for 1 hour. Allow them to drip dry then recut the stem and place in warm water overnight. Or dip the cut end in alum before placing it in the vase.

Look for greenery growing in the garden. Herbs, canna, hosta, lady’s mantle, papyrus, as well as deciduous and evergreen shrubs are great options. Don’t overlook the plants growing indoors. Prayer plants, monstera, ferns, and ivies add texture while highlighting the blooms.

When in doubt try including different flowers and greenery. Keep track of what works and how long they last. You may discover some new favorites.

Cutting and arranging flowers is a fun way to exercise your creativity and bring the beauty of your garden indoors. If the selection of flowers is limited in your garden, strike up a trade with fellow gardeners. Each of you can share what’s blooming in your landscape throughout the growing season.

For tips on growing your own cut flowers, check out my Grow Your Own Flowers for Bouquets handout.

Melinda Myers has written more than 20 gardening books, including the recently released Midwest Gardener’s Handbook, 2nd Edition, and Small Space Gardening.

She hosts The Great Courses “How to Grow Anything” instant video and DVD series and the nationally syndicated Melinda’s Garden Moment TV & radio program. Myers is a columnist and contributing editor for Birds & Blooms magazine and her website is www.MelindaMyers.com.

The Zeeland Record • July 20, 2023 • Page 10

Tulip Time Announces Call for Artists for 14th Annual (Continued from page 2) to Bernard and Genevieve (Kile) First Bloem Art Competition Jerry Rogers

Rogers.

Jerry worked in the tire industry for over 60 years, most of those years as a sales manager with Goodyear Tire and Rubber, Lake Tire Services, and most recently, Jerry’s Tire. Jerry was known for his strong work ethic and love of his job.

Jerry enjoyed spending time with family, hunting, and going camping. He made yearly trips to Florida for the Daytona 500 and was a big NASCAR fan. Jerry particularly loved western movies, and his favorite actor was John Wayne.

Jerry will be fondly remembered by friends and family for his great sense of humor. He loved joking with others and making them laugh.

He also enjoyed treating his loved ones to his very special rendition of “Happy Birthday” each year and loved to see them smile. Jerry was also a long-time member of Zeeland First Baptist Church.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; father and motherin-law, John and Rose Winstanley; as well as brothers Larry and Jack.

Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Judy; son Rick of Holland and daughter Jerica (Matt) Hernandez of Middleville; grandson Owen Rogers of Holland; sisters-in-law Jill Winstanley of Lansing and Jane (Terry) Pitcher of Arizona; and several nieces and nephews.

Services for Jerry will be held at Lakeshore Memorial Services 11939 James St. Holland, 49424. A visitation will take place on Friday, July 21 at 11:00 AM until the time of service; and the funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Gateway Mission in Holland or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Artists are being sought to create next year’s Tulip Time poster. Pictured is the 2023 Poster Winner, “Talk of the Town” by Kristin Doversberger.

Tulip Time Festival, Inc. has announced the highly anticipated fourteenth First Bloem poster competition. Local artists will have another opportunity for their artwork to be selected as the official 2024 Tulip Time poster.

The deadline for entry is October 10, 2023.

For the 14th annual Tulip Time poster contest, artists are asked, as in every year, to incorporate the mission of Tulip Time into their work; to celebrate tulips, Holland’s Dutch heritage, and Holland today.

This year artists are also asked to incorporate bicycles into their submitted works this year.

Kim Smith, owner of Perception Gallery, has been selected as the juror for the 2024 contest.

Smith will select the top 20 pieces from all the entries based on their artistry, skill, and adherence to the requirements. Out of the 20 pieces selected by Smith, one winner will be selected as the official Tulip Time poster artwork and will be available for purchase following its’ unveiling in February 2024. All 20 of the finalists will be available for purchase after the unveiling of the winner in February 2024.

Recent winners of the competition include Kristin Doversberger (2023), Kate Moynihan (2022), Aron Lowe

(2020), and Carolyn Stich (2019).

As part of the competition, the top 20 artists’ works will be on display during Tulip Time, 2024. Viewers can vote for their favorite works in the annual People’s Choice Award.

Artists may submit up to three works for a single $35 entry fee.

Kim Smith began his career in the fine art business in 1976 with Hefner’s Art Gallery in Grand Rapids. In 1989, Smith became the owner and manager of the Perception Gallery of Grand Rapids. Perception Gallery offers works of art by listed 19th & 20th century American & European painters, printmakers & sculptors, period, period reproduction and conceptual framing services, conservation, and appraisals. Smith has specialized in procuring the works of West Michigan artist, Mathias Alten.

Smith was instrumental in bringing the Mathias Alten exhibit to Tulip Time in 2023 and served as curator for that fine arts exhibit.

Information about the competition, instructions, and submission forms are available at https://tuliptime. com/first-bloem-2024. Experience Tulip Time for the 95th anniversary of the Tulip Time Festival, May 4 – 12, 2024. Detailed program and event information will be announced in October,

NOTICE Zeeland Police Department Abandoned Vehicle Auction Sealed Bid Only All vehicles are sold “AS IS” and all bids are binding offers to purchase. Please refer to the website posting for all available information about each vehicle. Do not contact the Police’ Office, nor the custodian, for vehicle information. Bidders may wish to inspect the vehicle at the storage facility during designated hours.

Bidding Process: Sealed Bids will be accepted beginning July 20 until July 25, 2023 before 12 noon by walk-in or certified mail.

Bidders must complete the official Abandoned Vehicle Bid Form and Sales Agreement provided on this website. All bids must be received prior to the auction closing time by the Zeeland Police Department, 29 W. Main Street, Zeeland.

Sealed Bids are accepted via Certified mail or hand delivered in a sealed envelope during office hours.

(Must be received prior to 12 p.m. – noon on July 25, 2023) Bidders will receive receipt of their bid following the closing of the auction to the email address provided.

Winning bidders will receive further instructions therein.

All winning bids must be picked up within 5 days following auction.

FOOD

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Huevos Rancheros

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FAMILY FEATURES

espite busy lives and full schedules, finding time for regular meals with loved ones encourages connections and conversations that can benefit mental and physical wellbeing. Gathering your family, friends, coworkers or neighbors at least once a week to spend time together over a meal provides opportunities to decompress and socialize.

If you’re looking for a little delicious inspiration, the American Heart Association recommends scheduling one night per week to create a recurring tradition and enjoy favorites such as breakfast for dinner. Recipes like Egg, Avocado and Black Bean Breakfast Burritos; Huevos Rancheros; and Southwestern Quinoa and Egg Breakfast Bowls from the Healthy for Good Eat Smart initiative, nationally supported by Eggland’s Best, are perfectly suited for sharing while making time to destress at the dinner table.

In fact, according to a study by “Canadian Family Physician,” regular meals at home with loved ones can reduce stress, boost self-esteem and make everyone feel connected with mealtime conversations that allow a chance to unplug and unwind.

Meals don’t have to be elaborate for a successful evening together. Despite the perceived effort involved with preparing a meal, research published in “Preventive Medicine” shows those who have frequent meals with others, particularly parents with their children, may improve social and emotional well-being.

In addition to the mental and emotional benefits of meals with loved ones, eating together can also encourage healthier choices when better-for-you recipes are on the menu. Dining as a group can provide inspiration to try heart-healthy recipes that include the wide variety of vegetables, fruit, whole grains and healthy protein sources recommended by the American Heart Association to help prevent heart disease and stroke.

To find recipe ideas, conversation starters and more tips for mealtime, visit heart.org/together.

Huevos Rancheros

Servings: 4 Salsa: 1 teaspoon canola oil 1/2 cup diced yellow onion 1/2 cup diced poblano pepper, seeds and ribs discarded 1 small fresh jalapeno pepper, seeds and ribs discarded, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 can (14 1/2 ounces) no-salt-added crushed tomatoes 2 tablespoons water 1/4 teaspoon salt Huevos Rancheros: 1 teaspoon canola oil 4 large eggs 4 corn tortillas (6 inches), warm 1 can (15 1/2 ounces) no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained 1/4 cup shredded low-fat Mexican cheese blend

Egg, Avocado and Black Bean Breakfast Burritos

Servings: 4 Nonstick cooking spray 1 1/3 cups liquid egg whites 1 can (15 1/2 ounces) no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained 4 whole-wheat tortillas (6 inches, lowest sodium available) 2 medium avocados, sliced 1/4 cup hot sauce or salsa (lowest sodium available, optional)

1 small avocado, quartered and sliced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional) 1 medium lime, cut into four wedges (optional) To make salsa: In medium saucepan over medium heat, heat oil, swirling to coat bottom. Cook onion 2 minutes, or until almost soft, stirring frequently.

Cook poblano and jalapeno peppers 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in garlic. Cook 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes, water and salt. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover to keep warm.

To make huevos rancheros: In medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat oil, swirling to coat bottom. Cook eggs 3-4 minutes, or until whites are set and edges are fully cooked.

Place one tortilla on each plate. Top each tortilla with beans and one egg, being careful not to break yolk. Gently top each egg with warm salsa, cheese and avocado slices.

Sprinkle each serving with cilantro and serve with lime wedge, if desired.

Lightly spray large skillet with nonstick cooking spray.

Heat over medium heat.

In skillet, stir egg whites constantly with rubber spatula to scramble. Cook until eggs are almost set. Add beans, stirring until combined and heated through.

Microwave tortillas on high 45 seconds. Transfer to work surface.

Spread egg mixture in center of each tortilla. Top with the avocado and hot sauce, if desired.

For each burrito, fold two sides of tortilla toward center.

Starting from closest unfolded side, roll burrito toward remaining unfolded side to enclose filling. Transfer with seam side down to plates.

Southwestern Quinoa and Egg Breakfast Bowls

Southwestern Quinoa and Egg Breakfast Bowls

Servings: 4 1/4 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained 2 medium tomatoes, chopped (about 2 cups) 1 cup no-salt-added frozen corn, thawed 1/2 medium avocado, pitted and diced 1/4 cup chopped green onions 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional) nonstick cooking spray 4 large eggs 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper red hot-pepper sauce, to taste (optional) Cook quinoa according to package directions. Remove from heat.

Spoon quinoa into four bowls. Top each with tomatoes, corn, avocado, green onions and cilantro, if desired.

Lightly spray large skillet over medium-high heat with nonstick cooking spray. Crack eggs into skillet. Sprinkle eggs with salt and pepper. Cook, uncovered, 3-4 minutes, or until egg whites are set but yolks are still runny. Using spatula, carefully transfer one egg sunny side up into each bowl. Sprinkle with hot sauce, if desired.

Egg, Avocado and Black Bean Breakfast Burritos

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The Zeeland Record • July 20, 2023 • Page 12

Bryan Huffman’s Next Open Water Swim to Benefit Holland Aquatic Center In 2022, Bryan Huffman successfully swam across the English Channel. In 2023, he is setting his sights on swimming across a Great Lake.

For his newest open water swim, though, Huffman, a 50-year-old Michigan Lakeshore Aquatics (MLA) Masters swimmer and Holland Aquatic Center (HAC) member, is adding an extra purposeful component to his attempt: He will be fundraising for HAC’s swim lesson program.

“After I trained for the English Channel swim, and completed it, I thought, ‘Now what?’” says Huffman, an ophthalmologist from Holland, Michigan, “Having Lake Michigan in my backyard made it the obvious choice (to swim across next). And this time, I decided I would have a bigger reason for swimming. I want to raise enough money so that swim lessons are affordable for anyone who wants them at HAC.” Huffman hopes to raise at least $12,000 for his Lake Michigan crossing but over the next three years, his goal will grow. He knows that another open water swimmer from Canada, Vicki Keith, raised more than $500,000 for her community’s swim lesson program when she swam across all five Great Lakes in 1988. He wants to do the same for his hometown aquatic center, too, with lengthy future swims.

“When I hear that drowning is the number one cause of death in children aged 1-4 in the U.S., and the number 2 cause of death, second to car accidents, for children 5-15, I figured I could help decrease that in the most meaningful way I know how: swimming,” Huffman explains. “We live in a lakeshore

community, where every child is exposed to the risk of drowning.

Our goal is to remove barriers that prevent ‘waterproofing’ kids in our community, and to eliminate drowning from the top 10 causes of childhood death in our region.”

For 55 years, HAC Swim School has offered a full range of water adjustment and swimming lessons for children 6 months old through adulthood. Its instructional staff annually teaches more than 5,000 people how to swim and improve their swimming skills.

Huffman and his support crew will start the solo swim across Lake Michigan in early August 2023, weather permitting.

They plan to start from Rawley Point Lighthouse, just north of Manitowoc, Wisconsin, and finish at Big Sable Point Lighthouse just north of Ludington, Michigan, a straight-line distance of a little more than 50 miles. Accounting for currents, Bryan’s Big Lake Swim, as it has been dubbed, could measure up to 60 miles, almost twice as long as his English Channel swim (37 miles) that he accomplished on October 11, 2022.

Huffman will be abiding by the rules of the Marathon Swim Federation and Channel Swimming Association which stipulate that the swimmer cannot leave the water, be held afloat by any means, must begin on shore and clear the water at the end of the swim under their own power, and must wear a standard swimsuit that does not extend onto the legs, provide any floatation, or thermal protection.

If successful, Huffman will be one of only nine people to swim across Lake Michigan and the first to swim from Wisconsin to Michigan without a wetsuit.

“It’s just a Speedo, googles and a non-insulate swim cap for me,” Huffman proclaims. “I will have a support boat that will always accompany me, and it will carry observers to certify the swim.

Nutritional support may be given from the boat, I must tread water or float while taking feedings. I also may not touch the boat.”

Huffman says the main challenge of the swim will be its immense distance. By comparison, an open-water marathon swim is six miles, making this Lake Michigan crossing nine to 10 continuous marathons. The swim is expected to take between 24 to 30 hours, depending on the conditions.

In addition to the Lake Michigan crossing, Huffman plans to swim the 20 Bridges Swim in New York City on Thursday, September 28.

The 20 Bridges Swim, together with the English Channel and Catalina Channel, are referred to as the Triple Crown of open water swimming. Previously known as the New York Marathon Swim, the 20 Bridges Swim is a 28-mile swim around the island of Manhattan. It is the longest of the Triple Crown swims, but also usually the fastest of the three.

After that, Huffman hopes to swim across the remaining Great Lakes and the Catalina Channel in California over the next three years. And with each swim, he hopes to raise enough money so that every child who comes to HAC to learn to swim does so affordably.

“With the English Channel swim, the reward was just finishing,” Huffman concludes.

“Now, though, the reward will be finishing and knowing that kids will have access to swim lessons at HAC.”

New Exhibit Opening at the Holland Museum The Holland Museum is announcing the opening of their newest exhibit, Black Eden: Idlewild Past, Present, and Future on July 28, 2023.

This exhibit will showcase the history of Idlewild. From its vibrant eras of bustling tourism to the remarkable journey Idlewild took of revival and rejuvenation.

Idlewild was founded in 1912 as a haven for African Americans.

It was founded to provide respite, leisure, and community which drew in many middle-class professionals from throughout the Midwest for several decades. This exhibit is being co-curated with Chris CJ Kingdom Grier.

“This exhibition is the perfect fit for the Holland Museum as we strive to incorporate everyone’s stories. Through this exhibition and related programming, the important stories of many Idlewild residents will be shared.” says executive director, Ricki Levine.

Chris CJ Kingdom Grier is descendant of one of the first black owners and Philanthropists, Robert and Margaret Riffe. He was born and raised in Idlewild. His African American memorabilia collection has been described as

Tier 1 Museum Quality. KingdomGrier is the CEO of Kingdom-Grier & Associates Diversity Equity & Inclusion Consulting Firm and is the current Yates Township/ Idlewild Historian & Archivist.

The exhibit will be on display until October 23, 2023. This exhibit is supported in part by an award from the Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Exhibit Related Programs: Idlewild Today August 3, 2023, | Museum Spark!Lab | 7:00–8:30 pm Chris CJ Kingdom Grier leads a panel discussion with current Idlewild residents. Free adult program. Registration encouraged.

“My Idlewild! A Live Historical Musical Revue” August 26, 2023, | Armory | 7:00–8:30 pm Live, original musical revue written by Gezelle Grier celebrating the rich performance history of “Black Eden.” Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.

The Music and Performers of Idlewild September 14, 2023, | Museum Spark!Lab | 7:00–8:30 pm Music and Performers of Idlewild with Lazaro Vega of Blue Lake Public Radio. Free adult program. Registration encouraged.

Idlewild: A Refuge in the Storm September 21, 2023, | Museum Spark!Lab | 7:00–8:30 pm Fred Johnson explores how Idlewild became a resort town for the Black community seeking respite and leisure. Free adult program.

Registration encouraged.

A Day in Idlewild September 23, 2023, | Idlewild | TBD Day long bus trip to Idlewild led by Chris CJ Kingdom-Grier. Family program.

Playgrounds for the Frustrated, Fatigued, and Infuriated September 28, 2023, | Museum Spark!Lab | 7:00–8:30 pm Fred Johnson explores the network of recreation spaces created by and for the Black community. Free adult program.

Registration encouraged.

Idlewild: A Look Forward October 12, 2023, | Museum Spark!Lab | 7:00-8:30 pm Join for a discussion on Idlewild’s future and revitalization. Free adult program.

Registration encouraged. Check out the Holland Museum’s website for exhibit details and to register for upcoming programming.

Oliver Britt is the new featured guest artist at the Zeeland Art Gallery, 122 E. Main in downtown Zeeland. His art may be viewed and purchased at the gallery through the end of August.

Britt Zeeland Art Gallery Featured Artist Oliver Britt, a resident of Zeeland Township, is the new featured guest artist at the Zeeland Art Gallery in downtown Zeeland. His art may be viewed and purchased at the gallery through the end of August.

A reception for Oliver will be held on Thursday, August 17 from 6:00-7:30 at the gallery. All are welcome!!

Here is what Oliver has to say about his art, “I have been painting/ drawing/making art for as long as I can remember. My main goal when painting is to paint something that will captivate the viewer and inflict any emotion. I strive to create work that can pull the viewer from their everyday thoughts and life for just a second. “If I could tell you with words, I’d have no reason

to paint” (Hopper). My whole life I have been painting in order to communicate, and process things in a way that is simply not possible with words.

It has become its own sort of therapy that will always have a place in my life. I prefer to paint with emotion and what/how I am feeling or seeing when I close my eyes. In doing so for many years, I have found my own technique and style. I primarily paint with acrylics on unprimed cotton duck, or with concentrated watercolor on yupo paper. I also really enjoy drawing on my paintings and collaging old or unfinished pieces into newer works.

You can see Oliver’s paintings on his website, http://www. studio1308.com.

Student-Run Farm Expands Learning Opportunities Learning comes alive at Holland Christian Schools Rose Park Elementary thanks to Rose Park Ranch.

Miska Rynsburger, principal at Rose Park Elementary, surprised teachers with a visit to a school with a farm. After the visit, she asked staff what they thought of creating a ranch at Rose Park. They were fully committed.

“The teachers became inspired and bubbled over with ideas of what we could do creating a Rose Park Elementary version,” Miska says.

Thanks to generous donors in the community and enthusiasm from the school, the ranch moved forward with a greenhouse and small barn area housing two chickens and two goats.

“We ran into a roadblock when we learned Holland Township doesn’t allow agriculturally zoned animals in the plot of land where Rose Park is located,” Miska says.

The “roadblock” turned into a learning opportunity. All students engaged in a writing unit and two presented their papers at a township meeting asking for a change – and they received it!

Students love working to maintain the barn and the animals, along with a plethora of plants and vegetables in the adjacent greenhouse. Besides learning how

to care for and nurture plants, students learn about biodiversity.

“In the greenhouse, aphids tried to eat the plants which we don’t want because we want the plants,” Rose Park Elementary student Beckett says. So, the students researched the issue and added ladybugs to the greenhouse “because ladybugs eat the aphids,” Beckett added.

Students are responsible for the work and maintenance of the barn and greenhouse. Barn chores include sweeping, watering and feeding the animals, walking the goats and generally keeping the barn clean and healthy for the animals.

“It’s been beautiful to watch the students take ownership of the barn, be proud of what they have been given and work hard to maintain it,” Andrea Cantu, thirdgrade Spanish immersion teacher at Rose Park Elementary, says.

The ranch has also opened up creativity for the teachers and given them new ideas for ways to put curriculum into practice.

For example, after collecting eggs from the chicken, students use them to practice addition, subtraction, graphing and charting egg production.

“With a sense of adventure, everybody is all on board with what they can give to create this opportunity for our learners,” Miska says.