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NEWAYGO

8535 Mason Dr. (Rt. 37)

231-652-7500

BIG RAPIDS

226 S. Warren

231-592-0000

MUSKEGON

1732 Lakeshore Dr.

231-755-9100

605 3rd Street, Big Rapids

Trail Side Crossing, Next to Arby’s

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Buy & SellGold Silver

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Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pmOffice 231-796-4593 • Home 231-796-7642

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ZERO TURN 50

SALE PRICE

$2,999

PRO TURN 160

SALE PRICE

$6,999

PRO TURN 260

SALE PRICE

$8,799

ZERO TURN HD 52

SALE PRICE

$4,899

LIST PRICE: $3,449 24 Hp Kawaski V-twin, 50 inch

mowing deck, Mows up to 2 acres per hour, 3 year warranty.

LIST PRICE: $7,999 26 Hp Kawaski V-Twin, Commerica lduty air filter, 60 inch mowing deck,Mows up to 4.5 acres per hour, 2 year commercial war ranty.

LIST PRICE: $9,299 27Hp Kawaski V-Twin, Commericalduty air filter, 60 inch mowing deck,Mows up to 6 acres per hour, 2 year commercial warranty.

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Small Engine Shop231-796-8120 231-796-8122

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(231) 578-9302(231) 937-6630

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TRICOUNTYNEWSSHOPPER•MONDAY,May2,2011

*Must qualify for Chrysler Employee Purchase plan, others slightly higher.Gateway

WE TAKE ALMOSTANYTHING ON TRADE

WE CAN FINANCEALMOST ANYONE

Gateway Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram624 W. 5th St., Clare, MI 48617

1-800-386-7261Open 8-6 M-F; 9-2 Satwww.jeepsforless.com

New 2011 DodgeCaliber Mainstreet

2.0 liter engine, auto, air cond., powerwindows, locks and seat, AM/FM/CD,

premium cloth bucket seats, alloy wheels

and more! #C11001Now $16,164*

Was $18,990

New 2011 DodgeDurango Crew AWD

3.6L V-6, automatic, cloth seats, GPSnavigation, p/sunroof, CD/DVD/MP3/HDD/

NAV, CD player, AM/FM radio, 3rd row

seats! #C11006Now $34,435*

Was $38,280

New 2010 DodgeCharger SXT

All wheel drive, 3.5 liter V6, powersunroof, media center radio, leather,

aluminum wheels, power convenience

package & much more. #C10003Now $26,500*

Was $34,655

2011 Jeep WranglerSport 4x4

Soft top, air conditioning, 6 speedmanual trans., 3.8 liter V6 engine, cloth

seats, clear coat paint, & more. #J11014Now $21,917*

Was $23,690

New 2010 JeepCommander Sport 4x4

3.7 Liter V6, satellite radio, power seat,aluminum wheels, luggage rack, privacyglass, 3rd, row seating, power windows,

locks and seat, much more. Demo. #J10014

Now $26,300*Was $34,580

New 2011Chrysler 200

Touring Sedan2.4 liter engine, auto, air cond., tilt,cruise, power windows and locks,

aluminum wheels and more. #539998

Now $19,481*Was $21,995

New 2011 JeepGrand Cherokee LTD 4x43.6L V-6, automatic, leather seats, trailer

tow, steering wheel mounted audio controls,CD player, AM/FM radio, DVD-Audio, p/

moonroof. #J11005Now $36,309*Was $40,420

New 2011 DodgeJourney Mainstreet

3.6L V-6, multi-speed automatic, clothseats, CD, AM/FM, p/windows & locks,

keyless entry, front dual zone A/C.#C11007

Now $22,000*Was $25,990

$1,750 REBATE!

‘08 Dodge 1500Quad Cab 4x4 Hemi

Loaded, 1 Owner, Only 21,000 Miles, 20 InchTires, Fiber Cover, Must See, #8743

Only$24,995

‘08 DodgeQuad Cab 4x4

Box Liner, PW/D/Locks,Trailer Tow Pkg, #8738

Only$19,995

‘09 Dodge JourneySXT AWD

3rd Row Seat, Well Equipped,Price Reduced, #8399

Only$18,788

‘08 Chevy SilveradoLS Ext Cab 4x4

5.3L V8, Fully Loaded, RunningBoards, Z-71 and Much More, #8716

Only$19,988

‘08 ChevyImpala

Loaded, PW/PL,Cruise, #8704

Only$11,995

‘07 ChryslerTown & Country LX

Cloth Seats, Air, Cruise,PW/PL, #8771

Only$9,900

‘06 Dodge DakotaExt Cab 4x4

Only 62k Miles, Auto, Air, Full Power,Priced For Quick Sale, #8730

Only$11,988

‘04 ChevyMonte Carlo LS

Red & Ready, Only 80K Miles,Alloys, Extra Sharp

Only

$8,999

‘06 FordFreestyle SEL

3rd Row Seat, Power Seat, 2 Tone Paint,Alloy Wheels, Take It Home! #8557

Only$8,999

‘04 Jeep GrandCherokee Laredo 4x4

Extra Nice, Perfect forFour Seasons, #8641

Only$8,999

‘91 JeepWrangler 4x4

New Tires, New Breaks & New Top,85,000 Actual Miles, #8746

Only$7,995

‘00 GMC1/2 Ton 4x4

1 Owner, Local Trade,Must See, Trailer Pkg.

Only$8,988

‘99 Ranger4WD

Extra Clean, 2 Sets of Tires,Like New, #8766

Only$8,988

‘02 GMC Sierra SLE3/4 Ton 4x4

Black Beauty, All The Toys,Alloys, Extra Sharp, #8711

Only$10,990

‘07 GMCEnvoy 4x4

CD Changer, Full Power, Moon Roof,Very Nice, #8729

Only $16,400

‘06 JeepLiberty

40,000 Miles, Local Trade, LikeNew! #8748

Only $14,995

‘07 Chrysler300 Touring

Leather, Alloy Wheels, Very Sharp,Must See, Won’t Last Long, #8435

Only $13,988

‘09 FordRanger

Gas Saver, Silver,Low Miles, 2WD

Only $13,788

‘08 JeepCompass

Gas Saver, Green,1 Owner, Low Miles

Only $14,900

‘08 Chevy1500 4x4

Trailer Pkg, Tonneau Cover,67,000 Miles

Only$17,988

‘01 DodgeCaravan

Burgundy, 90k Miles, Local Trade,Like New, Must See, #8777

Only$7,995

‘08 JeepRubicon

4x4, Sirius Radio,Full Power, 4 Dr, #8737

Only$24,900

‘08 Chrysler SebringConvertible

New Tires, Low Miles, All Power,Ready For Spring, #8537

Only

$12,988

‘08 DodgeAvenger

Local Trade, White, 1 Owner,PW/PL, 42,000 Miles

Only $13,900



MONDAY,May2,2011•TRICOUNTYNEWSSHOPPER 030 Special Notices

AAAAA WANTED ABANDONED orunwanted vehicles running or not.Free towing. Pontoons, boats, motor-cycles. Free pickup of old appliances.Paying up to $5,000. (231)580-7045.

030 Special Notices

LAWN CUTTING, I'LL beat any-one's price. Senior Citizen dis-count. Also tree work. Licensed,insured, references. (231)580-7045.

030 Special Notices

Tri-CountyClassifieds

Baldwin, Big RapidsEvart, Reed City

Rodney Area

(231)592-8348Deadline:

Thursday, 12noon

Email:[email protected]

Go Online:www.pioneergroup.com

050 Help Wanted

CROSSROADS CHEVROLET IS look-ing for a self-motivated, energetic personto work in the parts room. This personmust have a good understanding of partsand distribution, be able to work in highstress situations, and be a team player.This candidate must be able to work in afast paced environment, be able to multitask between mechanics and customersand have great customer service skills.College degree or comparable experiencerequired. Excellent benefit package.Please send resume to: HumanResources, 420 Roth St. Suite A, Reed

City, MI 49677.

DENTAL RECEPTIONIST

(FULL time) at Caring Fam-ily Dentistry. Must be friend-ly, reliable, detail-oriented.Dental/computer knowl-edge preferred. Sendresume to 106 Locust, BigRapids, MI 49307

050 Help Wanted

INDUSTRIAL

MAINTENANCE

WORKER

2nd Shift in Reed City

Requirements:

•4 years maintenance

in industrial environment

•4 years mechanical

experience, including

hydraulics and pneumatics•High school diploma

Qualified candidates must

submit their resume through

Tubelite's Employment

website at:

www.tubeliteinc.com.

Tubelite Inc. is an Equal

Opportunity/Affirmative

Action Employer.

A.C. METAL SALES

231-924-1204

POLE BARN METALRESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL ROOFS & SIDING

18 Colors Available, Cut To Your Length.

Standing Seam/Hidden Fastener Roofing

Custom Metal Trim Accessories In Stock.

Energy Star Tax Credits on Roofs.

Call for details.

ESTATE�AUCTION�

YODER BROTHERS AUCTION SERVICE

Specializing In Successful Auctions Auctioneers LeRoy and Willis Yoder 9484 S. Rogers Ave., Clare, MI

PH: 989-386-9082

Estate of Max FrancisoThe following will be offered at Public Auction. LOCATED: 4 miles west of Lake George, MI on Grass Lake/Mannsiding Rd. to Straw-berry Rd, 1/2 mile north to sale. Or 6 miles north of Lake, MI on Lake Station Ave, to Ashard west 1/2 mile to Strawberry Rd North 1/2mile. 1964 Strawberry Rd. Follow Yoder Bros. Auction Signs!

TRUCK, TRACTOR, JD GATOR AND FARMRELATED ITEMS

2000 Dodge Ext Cab 2500, 4x4 6’ Bed Gas Engine • John Deere620 W/F Tractor sn. 6202012 • 2003 John Deere Gator CS - sn.M000CSa016704, great cond. • King Cutter 7’ 3 pnt disc • Dearborn2 bottom, 3 pnt. plow • 3 bottom 3 pnt plow • 3 pnt back blade • 3pnt slip scoop • spring tooth dray

RIDING MOWERS LAWN AND GARDEN ITEMSJohn Deere LX280 54” riding mower 18hp v twin very good cond •John Deere 260 48” riding mower w/snow blower and cab • smallpull behind lawn rake • like new, push mower • Craftsman 22” walkbehind string trimmer • Fimco pull behind lawn sprayer • Agril pullbehind fertilizer spreader • Front tine tiller • garden cart

SHOP AND OUTDOOR MISC.Briggs Elite Series, 8000 watt 15 HP generator, like new • Craftsman17 gal, 150 psi air compressor, like new • Highlander boat trailer •Honda 4 stroke snow blower • Campbell 1800 psi pressure washer,elect. • Makita cordless drill set • Delta 18 volt cordless drill set• 16’ alum ext ladder • Craftsman router w/stand • 2000 wattnew generator • 6 gal shop vac • 1/2” impact wrench • open end

wrenches • Schmucher 12 volt battery charger • Kerosene reddyheater • poulan chain saw • Stewart livestock clippers • shop woodstove • shop anvil • Stihl 025 chain saw • 12 volt trolling motor •chain fall • step ladders • post hole diggers and misc. hand tools •SEVERAL MISC GOODIE WAGONS!

GUNSMarlin 22 cal., semi/auto rifle • Mossberg 22 cal. w/scope semi/ auto • Snake Charmer 410 single shot • Steven 12 ga. single shot

ANTIQUE FURNITURE AND COLLECTABLESBeautiful Quaker sawed oak ladies secretary • old mantel clock •small commode • chest of drawers w/hankie boxes • Roos waterfallfront cedar chest • assorted horse pictures • 2, old cast ironstandardbred trotters • Auburn cast iron train • assorted 1 to 4 gal.crocks • Orenomatic mod. D fly rod • shoe shine kit • milk cans •collar mirror • Campbell soup train • Family drive in clock

OTHER FURNITURE AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMSRound oak tables w/4 chairs • roll top fold out secretary desk •wood bench w/toy box • brown couch • Hall tree • Hitachi 50” TV• computer desk • dresser w/mirror • several chest of drawer •Showtime BBQ rotisserie • bread makers • crockpots and roaster •pressure canners • Waring pro food slicer • Deni vac food sealer •selection of plates, bowls, pots and pans • assort kitchen utensils• double bed • Edenpure heater • office chair • 12 volt coolerwarmer • Gibson upright freezer • 2 elect chest freezers • Whirlpoolwasher and dryer • Linens, sheets, and bathroom towels • MISCHOUSEHOLD GOODIE WAGON!

GLASSWARE ITEMSRomantic England Hadden Hall, China set service for 10/w storage

case • Green McCoy Pitcher • Fenton Blue Carnival dish • PinkDepression Glass • Pyrex bowls • old plates, bowls and platters •old cups and saucers • Hall cup collection • sugar and creamer

BATTERY SCOOTER CHAIRThe Scooter Battery Wheel Chair w/joystick, like new

HORSE RELATED ITEMS15” good used saddle • rotter windmill • misc steel fence posts •stall gates • neck yokes • pacing hobbles • fence wire

Saturday May 7th 2011 @ 10:00 A.M.Lake George, Michigan

AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Nice clean auction. Tractor and larger items selling at approx. 12:30, guns selling at 12:00 noon.Bring your trailers and enjoy a good country auction with us. Hope to see ya there!

ADMINISTRATOR: CANDANCE SCHUSSLER

ESTATE OF MAX FRANCISCOTERMS: Cash or approved check with proper I.D. Nothing to be removed until settled for. Not responsible for accidents. Lunch andporta jon on grounds. All announcements made day of sale take precedence over all printed materials. Out of state buyers must havebank letter of credit.

ESTATE AUCTIONSat., May 7, 2011 at 10:00 a.m.

Location: North of Greenville OR South of Lakeview on M-91 to Dicker-

son Lake Rd., West to sale site apx. 5 miles OR East of Trufant on Stanton(Co. Rd. 522) to Black Rd., South to Dickerson Lake Rd./22 Mile Rd., East tosale. Parking in field west of the house.13670 Dickerson Lake Rd./22 Mile Rd., Trufant, MI in Kent County. FollowAuction Signs.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLESMaple Desk • 6 Maple Cane Btm Chairs • Oak Commode • 2 curved glassChina Cabinets • Old Hats & Derbys • Oak hand carved high back dbl Bed •Oak Nite Stand • Oak 6 drawer Dresser w/ mirror, highboy • Oak Plant Stand •Bachelors Oak Dressing Table w/ rec. mirror • Sq Trunk • Oak Plant/Mag. Stand• Oak Grandfather’s Clock • Cherry Oval Dining room table w/ leaves, QueenAnne style • Maple 2 tier Table • Schtt Bros. Piano w/ Bench • Wicker Rocker •Drop Leaf Tbl • Treadle Sew. Machine • Btm Part of old Kit. Cup. w/ metal top• Old C-mas Dec. • Sgl & dbl metal & wood Bed Frames • Old Puzzles • MossRose by Sango, service 12 • Cup & Saucer Sets • 6 Wheat design Bowls forDane Soup • Jello Molds • Noritake Sugar Bowl • Jap. Tea Set, no lids to pot orsgr bowl • Shawnee Smiley Pig cookie jar & bank • Snack Sets • Pink & GreenDep. Glass & Plates • Sm & Med Crocks • Pink Dep. Candlesticks • TreebarkCarnival Pitcher & Tumblers • Qty Carnival Glass • Moonstone Glass • MilkGlass • Royal Munich Bavaria Tea Pot • Cobalt Eyewash Glass • Blue ShirleyTemple Pitcher • Flow Blue Plate • Black Amethyst Glassware • Amethyst BerrySet • Pressed & Cut glass Dishes • Qty Royal Ruby Glassware • Avon RoyalRuby Glassware • Geisha Chocolate Pot • Northwood Plate, Butterfly & others• Chamber Set • Blue Cobalt Violin • Cast Iron Mortar & Pestle • Graniteware• Humidors • Ink Well & Pen Set • Crumb Tray • Powder Horn • Sleigh Bells •Willie & Millie S&P Shakers • Jadite Mix Bowl • 5 gal Butter Churn • StonewareMixing Bowls • Red Fenton Slippers • Pitcher & Bowl • Glass Rolling Pin • Ses-sions Wall Clock • New Haven 1 day Sabine Striking Clock • World Book Ency.Set, complete, & yearbooks 1963 to 1975 • Kerosene Lamps • Old Bottles •

Jim Beam Decanters • Cast Iron Ware • Old Pics & Frames • Horsehair Coat • Jewel Tea Autumn Leaf • Lightening Rods & Bulbs • Old Hoosier style paintedCupboard • Fiesta Ware • Old Cardboard Fans w/ advertising from Trufant

HOUSEHOLDKenmore Refrig w/ top frz • Whirlpool Port. Dishwasher • Propane Gas Stove• Sharp Micro • 6 Wood Barstools • 2 Maple Glider Rockers • Rust color Sofa,7’ • Mitsu. VCR • Plaid Stuffed Chair • 2 & 4 drawer File Cabinets • Sm Comp.Desk • Wood 7 shelf unit • Kirby Vac • Tbl & Floor Lamps • Service for 12+ Si-

erra Stoneware • Corelle Dish Set • Tupperware • Corningware • Pyrex Dishes• Lg Qty Avon • Misc. Pots, pans, kitchen utensils, & dishes

MANY ITEMS TOO NUMEROUS TO MENTIONTerms: Cash or good check with ID, out of state checks will require a bankor credit union letter. We doNOT accept debit OR credit cards OR checksissued by credit card companies. Not responsible for personal injuries,accidents or the goods after they are sold. Everything sells as is, all in-formation is believed to be correct, but it is not a guarantee. Use yourown inspection and judgment when purchasing. Announcements madeon sale day take precedence over printed material. Auctioneers act as sell-ing agents only.Lunch wagon, rain tents and restroom facilities are available on site.Many items date back to the 1950’s & 60’s, the farm has been in the familyfor over 100 years. There are a lot of collectibles and nice antiques.ESTATE OF MAURICE & MILDRED PETERSEN

Petersen Auction Service A Family Tradition Providing Quality Service Since 1934

Please, NO calls after 9 p.m.Mike 616-984-2573 Mark 616-984-5122

www.petersenauction.com

WANTEDHOMES THAT NEED ROOFING A select number of homeowners in

Big Rapids and the surrounding areas willbe given the opportunity to have a lifetime

Erie Metal Roofing System installed on their home at a reasonable cost.

1-877-736-4040

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2-FAMILY SALE 19051 and20851 E. 19 Mile, Big Rapids.5/6-5/7, 8a.m.-5p.m. ChainSaw, Rototiller, Air compres-sor, Lift Chair, Jewelry, MatchBox and Hot Wheels Cars.Boys Clothes (Size 10-14) and

Much More.

Big RapidsMay 6th-7th, 8am-6pm, 16334160th Ave, Rodney/BigRapids. Men, women, chil-dren, something for everyone.

May 6th-7th, Big RapidsAntique Farm & Power Club's13th Annual Swap Meet, 15422Old Mill Pond Road, FreeAdmission; 20x30 lots and$8.00 weekend. (231)[email protected]

May 7th 9am-2pm Mother's-of-Twins-ClubChildren's clothing, equip-ment, toys and more. BigRapids Middle School gym

050 Help Wanted

MPI HAS FULL-TIME positions

vailable starting at $8/hourly to

11.50/hour. Newly remodeled office,

new hours and paid weekly. We

need loyal people that have it in their

heart to fund raise for breast cancer

nd public safety groups. So all men

nd women call us at (231)796-

9286 for an interview.

050 Help Wanted

UNEMPLOYED? OVER 18?INTERESTED IN WEATHERIZA-TION/CONSTRUCTION?Goodwill Industries of Greater GrandRapids is offering a FREE weather-ization/construction training programwhich includes employability skills and

job placement services. The next training session starts May 4th

in Big Rapids. If interested, callNathan for eligibility requirementsat (231)206-9306 or email at nathan-

[email protected] training program is 71.4% fund-ed by a $649,371 grant from theDepartment of Labor Employmentand Training Administration. EOE.You must live in the Isabella, Mecos-ta, Montcalm County region to be eli-gible for this training program.

050 Help Wanted

WOMEN'S INFORMA-

TION SERVICESis seek-

ing a Program Director.

Responsible for super-

vision and direction of

all direct services for the

agency. Salary range:

$28,000 to $32,000.

Please send resume to:

Pioneer Classifieds, c/o

Box 10, 115 N. Michigan

Avenue, Big Rapids

49307 by May 9, 2011.

050 Help Wanted

MULTIPLE POSITIONS GOODWILLIndustries Big Rapids Location Good-will is seeking a full-time Retail StoreAssistant Manager and a full-time LeadCashier. Management experience nec-essary. Also, hiring full and part-timeCashier/Sorters and a part-time Dona-tion Clerk . High School Diploma orequivalent, retail experience, and strongcustomer service skills necessary. Musthave ability to work nights and week-ends and lift up to 40lbs. Goodwill offershealth benefits, 401K, paid time off, paidholidays, wellness programs, education

reimbursement, employee discounts,and employee assistance/retention pro-grams for full and part-time. GoodwillIndustries is a team oriented employercommitted to helping its employees growand making their lives better. Lookingfor candidates interested in long-termemployment with advancement oppor-tunities. Please visit Big Rapids store

050 Help Wanted

location to fill out an application or sub-mit resume to [email protected] or HR, Goodwill Industries, 3035Prairie SW, Grandville, MI 49418 or faHR at 616-532-3044. EOE

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity!

Pay: Up to $13.50 an hour + bonuspotential

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Candidates must be willing to work up to four, 12-hour shifts per week including alternating

weekends.

To learn more about these great opportunities andto apply, please visit www.joinnestle-waters.jobs

and enter Job Number 62448 for Warehouse/Forklift or 62721 for Production

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MONDAY,May2,2011•TRICOUNTYNEWSSHOPPER

EVENTS BEGINNING APRIL 30, 2011M

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TO ADD YOUR EVENT TO THIS PAGE,

PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL

MICHELLE GRAVES AT

(231) 592-8357 [email protected]

SATURDAY, APRIL 30

The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.•

The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club holds trap and sporting clay •

shoots. Trap shoots start at 10 a.m. and sporting clays star t at 1 p.m. The club is located four miles west of Mecosta on M-20. For more info callJack Hays at (231) 592-1587.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Recycle!•

is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.Mecosta County Historical Society is closed until May. For private tours •

contact F. Hankes at (231) 796-0368 or J. Irvin at (231) 796-8993. The Victorian Tea, traditionally the opening of the museum, will be from 2 to 4 p.m. on May 1.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the •

basement of the Third Avenue Methodist Church in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come for food. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s Campus Parish,•

1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids. For more information call (800) 230- 4085.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8 p.m. at St. Paul•

Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody W. at (231) 796-8371.Free meal at 12:30 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1031•

Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-0771 for more information.Healthy cooking classes from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Seventh Day •

Adventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-0771for more information.SIERRA performs live from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Morley American Legion.•

All welcome. Square dancing if enough patrons want it.Community and Family Expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Big Rapids •

Middle School. Admission is free; there will be face painting, safety city,games and more.

SUNDAY, MAY 1

Alcoholics Anonymous Old Jail House Group meets at 7 p.m. at 220 S.•

Stewart Ave. Call Darwin T. at (231) 796-8956.Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Michael’s School in Remus.•

For more information call Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at (989) 967-8478.Sunday Singles Dance is from 7 to 11 p.m. in the newly remodeled •

room at the Goodyear Lanes and Lounge, located at the corner of M-55 and Old 27, Houghton Lake. Please enter through the door facing Old 27. It’s a great place to meet other singles and enjoy an evening of dancing to your favorite music provided by Bernadette Morley of Best Entertainment. Call (989) 539-5406 if you have any questions.Alanon meets at 7 p.m. at the Old Jail in Big Rapids; it is a support group •

for families and friends of alcoholics.Evart United Methodist Church youth group meets from 5 to 7 p.m. at •

the corner of First and Cherry streets. Fourth through 12th grade invited.Join the group for a free meal, games and fellowship.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church,•

726 Fuller Ave. in Big Rapids.A Victorian tea will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Mecosta County •

Historical Museum. Period dress is encouraged, but not required.MONDAY, MAY 2

Enhanced Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center,•

12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.

Advanced line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County •

Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Bridge is at 12:45 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 •

80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Schizophrenia Anonymous meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at •

Community Mental Health, 500 S. Third Ave., Big Rapids. SA is a support group with a six-step program. Anyone with schizophrenia or mental illness is welcome to attend. For more information, call Mike B. at (231) 592-4654 or (231) 796-3553. Coffee is available at meetings.Euchre is from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Parkview high r ise in Big Rapids. For •

more information, call (231) 796-4993.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.•

Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets 8 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic •

Campus Parish. Contact: Glenn C. at (231) 796-3703.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 to 11 a.m. Recycle! is •

located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.Divorce Care meetings are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at New Hope United •

Methodist Church, 7296 Nine Mile Road in Mecosta. The meetings

cover a nonconsecutive 13-step program for getting through a divorce.New members are always welcome. Contact Sharon Gray at (231) 598- 0337 or New Hope Church at (231) 972-2838 for more information.Enhanced Fitness is from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Eagles, 18361 16 Mile •

Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Crossroads Harmony Chorus of Sweet Adelines International meet at •

6 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 503 S. Chestnut St., Reed City.This is a group of “sisters in harmony” who sing a capella barbershop songs; it is accepting new members. Come and sing and have a lot of fun. For more information, contact Diwon at (231) 592-5328.Registration ends for the Star Power event at the state Capitol.•

Michigan’s early childhood community will celebrate the importance of early childhood investment on May 19. You must register for lunch and transportation plans by calling LouAnn or Chastity at (231) 592-9605.MOISD Playgroup from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the MOISD PD North and •

South Resource Center.TUESDAY, MAY 3

Big Rapids Rotary Club meets at noon at the Falcon Head Golf •

Course.Beginning line dance instruction at 9:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County •

Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Michael’s School in Remus.•

For more information call Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at (989) 967-8478.Tai Chi at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th •

Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th •

Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Card recycling at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 •

80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Theology at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th •

Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.TOPS No. 1189 meets from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church,•

200 S. Stewart Ave., Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-6271 for more information.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.•

Grief peer support group meets at 9 a.m. at Cadillac Big Boy. For •

questions, call Pastor Brad Center at (231) 779-9550.Country dance classes will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Chase Township •

Hall. For more information, contact Jeff at (231) 250-4159.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at St. Paul’s Campus Parish, 1•

Damascus Road in Big Rapids. For more information call (800) 230- 4085.Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church •

in Reed City. For more information call (800) 367-6788.

God’s Kitchen is a free meal from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at St. Mary Parish •

Center, 919 Marion Ave., Big Rapids. Everyone is welcome; no questions asked, no registration required and no donation is sought at the event.For more information, call the parish office at (231) 796-5202.Alanon meets at 8 p.m. at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church in Reed City; it •

is a support group for families and friends of alcoholics.Clothing and Food Pantry open from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Seventh •

Day Adventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Donations are accepted. Call (231) 796-0771 for more information.Blood drive from 1 to 6:45 p.m. at the Stanwood Buffalo Eagles 4360,•

located at 7200 Stanwood Road in Stanwood. Donors should eat iron rich foods and drink plenty of water before donating.Victorious Living is a support group for mental health consumers. For •

more information call Deanna at (231) 856-0105, Dusty at (989) 352- 7630, or Ronald at (231) 796-1019.Hearing clinic by Miracle Ear is from 9 to 11 a.m. on at the Mecosta •

County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more informat ion,call (231) 972-2884. Walk-ins welcome.Faith Community/Parish Nurses meets from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Mecosta •

County Medical Center’s Conference room No. 1. For more information,

call (231) 796-3729.Osceola County Chapter of the MARSP meets at 10 a.m. for rolls and •

coffee at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 22275 Four Mile Road in Reed City. The program will be the Annual Spring Conference with DVD. The meeting will explain health benefits and pending legislation. For more information, contact Karen Crosson at (231) 832-4798.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 4

Enhanced Fitness at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center,•

12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Advanced line dance instruction at 9:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County •

Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Euchre at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th •

Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.•

Library preschool story hour meets at 10:30 a.m. at Big Rapids •

Community Library. Open to the public.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, 8 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic •

Campus Parish. Contact Glenn C. at (231) 796-3703.Mecosta County Genealogical Society is open for appointment for its •

winter hours by contacting Maureen Nelson at (231) 250-5555. Watch the Pioneer for the genealogical society’s special Saturday hours held on the second Saturday of the month.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the •

basement of the Third Avenue Methodist Church in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come for food. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.The Big Rapids Dharma Study Group meet at 7 p.m. at 315 Marion •

Ave., in Big Rapids. Weekly meetings include discussing various dharma texts, questions and answers and watching dharma-related videos. The group is under the direction of Michael and Margaret Erlewine, who have more than 35 years of experience in meditation and dharma practice. Beginning students are welcome.Line Dance Instruction is at 6 p.m. at G.T. Norman Elementary School,•

338 W. Lincoln St. in Reed City; enter through the West Gym Door #6.Classes are open to everyone, drop in and join any time. For more information call Sandee Lee at (231) 832-3493.Enhanced Fitness is from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Eagles, 18361 16 Mile •

Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church,•

726 Fuller Ave. in Big Rapids.South Evart Quilt Club meets from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Evart •

Township Hall. A potluck luncheon is at noon. Anyone interested in quilting or learning to quilt is welcome. The group works jointly on personal or community quilts and frequently donates to people or organizations in need. For more information, call Margie at (231) 734- 3857 or Ann at (231) 867-3237.

THURSDAY, MAY 5

Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Michael’s School in Remus.•

For more information call Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at (989) 967-8478.Harmonica at 10:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 •

80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Painting and drawing at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center,•

12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Scrabble at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th •

Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Pedro at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,•

Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Pinochle at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th •

Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Overeaters Anonymous meets at 6:15 p.m. in conference room A, the •

third room on the right, at Mecosta County Medical Center; enter on the

corner of Locust Street and Winter Avenue. For more information, callEric at (866) 398-5440.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.•

Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at noon at St. Paul•

Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Darwin T. at (231) 796-8956.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Recycle! is •

located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.Alanon meets at 7 p.m. at Sacred Hearth Church in Evart; it is a support •

group for families and friends of alcoholics.Community Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. at the community building in •

Barryton. Keepin It Country will play classic and traditional music. There will be square dancing and couples dancing. Bring a snack to share.Call Bill Squires for more information at (989) 382-5718.Diabetes Support Group meets at 3 p.m. at Mecosta County Medical•

Center, 605 Oak St., Big Rapids, in the hospital classroom area. Please use the hospital’s main entrance and stop by the information desk for directions. Signs will direct you to the classroom. Most meetings have an educational speaker; there is no charge. No meeting scheduled for December or January. For information or to be placed on the mailing list,contact Charlotte at (231) 592-4483.Big Rapids Area Amateur Radio Club meets at 7 p.m. at the City of Big •

Rapids Department of Public Safety Building, 435 N. Michigan Ave. For

more information call Mike at (231) 527-1688 or www.braarc.net.Mecosta County Historical Society meets from 2 to 4 p.m. at the •

museum, located at 129 S. Stewart Ave. Anyone interested in localhistory is encouraged to stop by!Stroke Support Group of Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial meets •

from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Tamarac, the Center for Health and Well Being,1401 W. Main St. in Fremont. The topic is acupuncture with Irv Marcus,nationally board certified acupuncturist. The support group is open to stroke survivors and their family/friends/caregivers and/or anyone with an interest in CVA/stroke. There is no charge to attend. Call Julie Allers at (231) 924-3195.The Big Rapids Rock, Gem & Mineral Club meets at 7 p.m. in the •

Geology Lab (room 138), Science Building on the campu of Ferris State University. Find the Science Building on the campus map at www.ferris.edu/htmls/ferrisfaq/maps/ and find out more about the club at www.BigRapidsRockClub.com.Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District Playgroup meets from •

9:30 to 11 a.m. in the community room at the Reed City Public Library.For more information, call (231) 832-2131.

FRIDAY, MAY 6

Enhanced Fitness at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center,•

12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Readers Theatre at 10 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center,•

12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Advanced line dance instruction at 9:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County •

Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Euchre at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th •

Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.•

Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8 p.m. at St. Paul•

Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody W. at (231) 796-8371.Knitting circle meets at 4 p.m. at the Barryton Public Library. Knitters of all•

levels are encouraged to come and learn or share knitting techniques.Enhanced Fitness is from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Eagles, 18361 16 Mile •

Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Mecosta New Home United Methodist Church will extend its hours for •

its swiss steak supper. New hours will be f rom 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner is $9 for adults, $3 for children younger than 12 and preschoolers eat free. Proceeds go to the building fund.

Big Rapids Antique Farm & Power Club’s Annual Swap Meet, flea •

market, yard sale and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the club’s grounds at 15422 Old Millpond Road. General admission is free.Vendors can pay $8 on-site for a 20-by-30-foot lot. For more information,contact the Buskirks at (231) 796-2834.MOISD Playgroup from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the MOISD PD North and •

South Resource Center.SATURDAY, MAY 7

The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.•

The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club holds trap and sporting clay •

shoots. Trap shoots start at 10 a.m. and sporting clays start at 1 p.m. The club is located four miles west of Mecosta on M-20. For more info callJack Hays at (231) 592-1587.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Recycle!•

is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.Mecosta County Historical Society is open for tours from 2 to 4 p.m. at •

the museum, located at 129 S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the •

basement of the Third Avenue Methodist Church in Big Rapids. Come

for fellowship, come for food. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s Campus Parish,•

1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids. For more information call (800) 230- 4085.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8 p.m. at St. Paul•

Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody W. at (231) 796-8371.The Mecosta County Democratic Party meets at 9 a.m. in the private •

upstairs room of Pepper’s Cafe and Deli on Michigan Avenue in Big Rapids for great food, coffee and conversation. For more information,contact Pamela Fleming at (231) 796-2893.Big Rapids Antique Farm & Power Club’s Annual Swap Meet, flea •

market, yard sale and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the club’s grounds at 15422 Old Millpond Road. An antique tractor pull will begin at 10 a.m.; a garden tractor pull will be held afterward at 1 p.m. Generaladmission is free. Vendors can pay $8 on-site for a 20-by-30-foot lot. For more information, contact the Buskirks at (231) 796-2834.Free meal at 12:30 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1031•

Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-0771 for more information.Healthy cooking classes from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Seventh Day •

Adventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-0771for more information.




SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

UP FOR ELECTION ON

TUESDAY

MECOSTA, OSCEOLACOUNTIES – Evart PublicSchools and Chippewa HillsSchool District will see contestedraces in the school boardelections to take place onTuesday.While the initial line-up of candidates left open seats insome districts, those spots werefilled with write-ins by the April 22deadline.Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to

8 p.m. on Tuesday.The following candidates havefiled in districts within theMecosta-Osceola IntermediateSchool District:Big Rapids Public Schools(electing one member to afour-year term) n Suzanne M.Hosking, current vice presidentChippewa Hills School District(electing two members to four-year terms)n Wayne Stickler n Robert T.Scott, write-in candidaten Robert G. Teeter, write-incandidate Evart Public Schools(electing two members to four-year terms and one member to apartial two-year term) n CharlesWalter, running for four-year termn Kelly Millen, current trustee,running for four-year termn Rosie McKinstry, runningfor four-year term n Alan DaleSalinas, running for two-year term Morley StanwoodCommunity Schools (electing two

members to four-year terms andone member to a partial two-year term) n Dennis Smith, currenttrustee, running for four-year term n Darle Boerma, currentsecretary and write-in candidate,running for four-year termn Sharon Mumah, currenttrustee, candidate for two-year term Reed City Area PublicSchools (electing two membersto four-year terms and onemember to partial three-year term) n Kathy Yost, current

secretary, running for four-year term n Daniel Boyer II, currentpresident, running for four-year term n Ed Raby, current vicepresident, running for three-year term Also on the ballot willbe a levy of 18 mills on non-homestead property in eachdistrict. To verify which precinctto vote in, visit www.michigan.gov/vote. The poll locations for Mecosta County precincts arelisted at www.co.mecosta.mi.us/elections.asp.

POTVIN TO BE AVAILABLE

DURING MONDAY OFFICE

HOURS

BIG RAPIDS – State Rep.Phil Potvin, R-Cadillac, willindividually meet with residentsduring an office hours to be heldfrom 3 to 5 p.m. on Mondayat the Old Pioneer Store &Emporium.The store is located at 118 NorthMichigan Avenue.Potvin will be available on afirst-come, first-serve basis,according to an announcementposted Thursday on his website.

HEALTH CARE QUALITY: WHY

IT’S IMPROVING, HOW TO

GET IT

(NewsUSA) - The ongoingdebate about health care reformobscures an important fact: Americans get better care todaythan they did 20 years ago.

A key reason is the NationalCommittee for Quality Assurance

(NCQA). The nonprofitorganization was foundedin 1990 to measure qualityand make health care moretransparent and accountable.Dr. Elliott Fisher, Director of Population Health and Policy atthe Dartmouth Institute, creditsNCQA for reporting quality thesame way across the countryso people can make “apples-to-apples comparison” whenchoosing health plans.

By making care more transparentand accountable, NCQA hassaved thousands of lives andmillions of dollars. It does thisby helping people get care theyneed and preventing waste.Children today are nearly threetimes more likely to get their recommended immunizationsthan they were in 1997, thanks inlarge part to NCQA.

The Healthcare EffectivenessData and Information Set(HEDIS) is NCQA’s main tool for improving health care. HEDISshows how often insurers providescientifically recommendedtests and treatments to supportmore than 70 aspects of health.One-hundred twenty million Americans -- about two in five-- receive care from health plansheld accountable by regular reporting of HEDIS results.NCQA translates the results for consumers to use online at http://

reportcard.ncqa.org/.

NCQA also helps doctors’

offices serve patients better by becoming “patient-centeredmedical homes.” A “medicalhome” is not a place, but a way

of organizing care. It combinesteamwork and technology totransform the doctor-patientrelationship from a series of hurried visits into a long-termpartnership committed to keepingpeople healthy.

Medical homes coordinate allpatient care, and make it easier for patients to get care by stayingopen later and keeping in touchbetween appointments by phoneor e-mail.

The result: more satisfied,healthier patients with fewer hospital and emergency roomvisits.

Are you tired of being “patient”with doctors offices that expectyou to work around their schedules? Find a new one whohas earned NCQA Recognitionas a patient-centered medicalhome.

PEST-PROOF YOUR HOME

AGAINST SUMMERTIME

CRITTERS

(NewsUSA) - In the heat of summer, unwanted pests aremaking their way into cooler homes, and they are more than just a nuisance. Pests pose risksto people’s health and property,so it is important for homeownersto take steps to prevent

infestations. There are manyways in which homeowners can“pest-proof” their homes as partof their summer-maintenanceroutine. Taking preventivemeasures early in the seasonis the best approach to keepingpests at bay.

“As the warmer weather bringsback numerous pests, earlysummer is the perfect time for homeowners to thoroughlyinspect their homes as part of

seasonal maintenance,” saysMissy Henriksen, vice presidentof public affairs for the NationalPest Management Association(NPMA).

Various insects such as ants,flies, termites and cockroachesare frequent summer homeintruders, as are those of the stinging variety such asmosquitoes, wasps, bees andyellowjackets.

The NPMA recommends anumber of methods to keep

household pests outside, wherethey belong.

* Seal cracks and smallopenings in the home’sfoundation, around windows anddoors.

* Repair ripped window screens.

* Cut tree branches and plantsso that they do not reach tooclose to the house.

* Eliminate sources of moistureor standing water, including birdbaths and in clogged gutters.

* Inspect the outside of a homefor nests built by stinging insects-- typically found in the eavesunder roofs.

* Keep kitchen counters clean,and store food like sugarycereals in sealed containers.

* Empty garbage containersfrequently and seal indoor containers.

* Make sure pets’ food anddishes are not left out for longperiods of time.

Clearing away all things thatattract critters is one of the bestways to pest-proof a housebecause it denies pests themeans of thriving in and aroundyour home.

If you find any signs of aninfestation after a thoroughinspection of your home, you

should call a pest professionalwho can help identify and treatthe problem.

For more information, visit www.pestworld.org.

PREPAID COLLEGE TUITION

-- THE ‘IT’ GIFT THIS HOLIDAY

SEASON

(NewsUSA) - This holidayseason, contributing to a child’s

college education can be the giftthat lasts a lifetime. Parents andgrandparents alike want to givetheir children and grandchildrenthe tools to succeed in life, anda college education can do justthat.

However, post-secondaryeducation is becomingincreasingly less affordable.

According to the College Board,today’s newborn is expected to

pay $180,000 to attend a four-year, public university. Coupled

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To give a prepaid tuition contractto a child, Andrew Davis,executive director of the IllinoisStudent Assistance Commission,the agency that administers theCollege Illinois! Prepaid TuitionProgram, suggests combining itwith another gift such as a piggybank to help a child gain a better understanding of money.

“A children’s book such as‘The Penny Pot’ would bean appropriate gift for young

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HAVE A HEART: PREVENT

HEARTWORM

(NewsUSA) - Your pet offersunconditional love, so shouldn’tyou do your best to take care of his or her heart?

Cats and dogs can becomeinfected with heartworm frommosquito bites. All cats and dogs

are susceptible to heartworm,no matter their age or state of health. It is important to protectyour pet regardless of where youlive as heartworm disease hasbeen found in every state.

When an infected mosquito bitesa pet, it transmits heartwormlarvae, which mature into longadult heartworms that can livein the heart and surroundingvessels for several years.The number of heartworms

living within the heart canbe astounding; up to 250heartworms have been foundin a single dog. Pets treatedfor heartworm don’t developimmunity and can be reinfectedat any time by another mosquitobite, so prevention after treatment is essential.

While many pets don’t displaysymptoms in the early stages, adog with heartworm disease canshow signs including: coughing,fainting, weight loss or difficultybreathing. If left undetectedand untreated, heartwormdisease can cause sudden

death by blocking blood flow tothe heart. In dogs, heartwormtreatment involves slowly killingthe worms without harming the

pet. Cats tend to have fewer worms, but their effect can be just as devastating. Currently, noheartworm treatment exists for cats.

Luckily, heartworm diseaseis completely and easilypreventable. Administeringan oral monthly heartwormpreventative, or having your veterinarian give an injectionevery six months, will killimmature heartworms before

they mature and are able to inflictdamage to the pet.

The experts at Banfield PetHospital (www.banfield.com)suggest pet owners get their petstested for heartworms and thendiscuss prevention or treatmentif necessary. The test is quickand simple and requires only adrop of your pet’s blood. Onlya veterinarian can prescribeheartworm preventive, and he or she will make sure your pet getsthe appropriate protection.

For more information, visit www.banfield.com.

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Please check with your club ororganization to be certain of meetings, outings andclasses, as they may be canceled due to bad weatheror other reasons. If any listing is incorrect, pleasecall (231)832-5566 or (231)745-4635 with correct information.

DOMESTIC ABUSE NUMBER for anyone being abusedis 1-800-950-5808. There is no excuse for abuse.

ANGEL ANIMAL RESCUE, Low Cost Services. Call(231)679-0489 For More Information.

HEARTLAND HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING.Heartland Hospice of Cadillac is looking for caring anddedicated people with an interest in serving terminally illpatients and their families in the Reed City Area andthe outlaying communities. Volunteers provide services

such as friendly visiting, patient transport/patient outings, errand running, child care, and clericalservices. Volunteer classes are available tofit each person’s schedule. Please call Paul King at Heartland Hospice at 231-775-6840 for furtherinformation.

SATURDAY

REED CITY SENIOR CENTER Potluck and Cards, 12p.m. (third Saturday of each month).

REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Chicken BBQ (thirdSaturday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129 E. Osceola

Ave. For more information, call (231)832-5102.

REVELATION SEMINAR CONTINUES every Saturdayat 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the new little white Seventh-Day Adventist Church on the north side of Highway 10,

17290 U.S.-10, east of the Hersey turnoff.

INTERSECTION OPEN-DOORS FREE COMMUNITYDINNER takes place every Saturday night at 5:45 p.m.at the corner of US-10 and 66 in the Brooks CornersUnited Methodist hall. Open to everyone. Reservationare required, please call (231)734-2733. Please leave

your name, contact phone number and number of people attending. Intersection Church takes place follingthe dinner starting at 6:30 p.m.. Everyone welcome.

SUNDAY

REED CITY VFW Ladies Auxiliary “All AmericanBreakfast” (first Sunday of every month), 8a.m-12 noon.129 East Osceola Avenue.

LAST SUNDAY EVERY MONTH, Breakfast Buffet, 7:30-11 a.m. Evart Moose Lodge, #2452, 8400 U.S.-10.

EVART VFW POST 7979 BREAKFAST 2nd Sunday of every month.

REED CITY MASONIC LODGE will stop serving theirPancake Breakfast on the third Sunday of each monthuntil further notice.

EVART UNITED METHODIST YOUTH meet everySunday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church on the cornerof First and Cherry St. 4th grade through 12th gradeinvited. Join the group for a free meal, games andfellowship.

MONDAY

REED CITY AMVETS POST 2965 MEETING, 7p.m.129 E. Osceola Avenue. For more information, callCliff Galloup (231)832-2787. Meetings are secondMonday of every month).

T.O.P.S. 1682 MEETING, every Monday at Reed CitySt. Paul Lutheran Church, weigh in 5:30p.m., meeting6p.m.

EUCHRE, 1p.m. at Reed City Senior Center, 219 E.Todd Street.

REED CITY SENIOR CENTER MEETING, 10:30a.m.(third Monday of each month).

BUTTERFLY BUNCH BREAST CANCER SUPPORTGROUP MEETING second Monday of each month,7p.m. For more information, call Carol Ladd (231)734-5305.

EVART MOOSE LODGE NO. 2452 host bingo eachMonday at 8400 U.S. 10. Doors open at 4p.m. Earlybird takes place at 6p.m. with regular regular bingo at

6:30p.m. (License No. A21600)

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Monday evening at Trinity Lutheran Church on highway US-10 in Reed City.

Weigh in at 5:30 p.m., meeting starts at 6:00p.m.

THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY’ PROGRAMLOOK GOOD...FEEL BETTER. Cancer Support Groupfor Women. Sponsored by Paradise Salon andSpectrum Health Reed City Hospital Cancer Services.2nd Monday of every other month at 4:00 p.m.

January-March-May-July-September-November. Hostedby Crossroads Radiation Therapy Center, 4499 220thStreet, Reed City, Michigan 49677. Interested? Inquireby calling: Oncology Infusion Services Staff 832-7105,Crossroads Radiation Center 832-5817 or ParadiseSalon 832-3411.

NATURAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP MEETING, at theSears Church of God, corner of Highway 10 and 40th

Ave., west entrance. This group meets the last mondayof each month at 6 p.m. to discuss natural health

options and specific subjects, CO-OP information is alsoavailable.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustin onMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon.Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerly theSportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. There isentertainment after lunch. For information call 231-734-6005.

TUESDAY

LA LECHE LEAGUE BREASTFEEDING SUPPORTGROUP MEETING, 10a.m. Monthly topics. Open to allpregnant and nursing mothers. Children welcome.Downtown Reed City. Contact Sue, LLL group leader fordirections or questions, (231)832-1858 or email [email protected]. (Meetings are Third Tuesday of everymonth.)

IDLEWILD LOT OWNERS Senior Size, 11a.m. and LineDancing, 7p.m. at the club house.

SHEPHERD’S TABLE, 5-6 p.m. (every Tuesday) at the church, 216 S. Main Street, Hersey. For moreinformation, call the church (231)832-9072. Church isbarrier free.

FREE CLOTHING - FOOD available to those in need(second and fourth Tuesday of the month), 5p.m. at Idlewild Seventh Day Adventist Church’s CommunityService.

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOODPANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday) 1-4p.m. at St.Philip Neri Church. Call (231)832-2624 for moreinformation.

CAREGIVERS’ SUPPORT GROUP MEETING, (secondTuesday of each month), 1p.m. at St. Ann’s ChurchBasement in Baldwin. For further information, callShawn (231)745-8421.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING, 7a.m. at theEvart United Methodist Church.

BINGO12:30 at Reed City Senior Center, 219 East Todd Street.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP meets the second andfourth Tuesdays of the month, 2-4p.m. The group meetsat the Community Mental Health for Central Michigan inOsceola County located at 4473 220th Ave. in ReedCity. For mor information call (231)832-2247. Thegroup is for individuals who provide caregiving servicesfor individuals with Dementia, Alzheimers or otherchronic/terminal medical conditions. There is no chargeto participate and there are no residency restrictions.

GFWC EVART WOMEN’S CLUB meets 7p.m. thesecond Tuesday of the month at St. Paul LutheranChurch. Open to the public. The May meeting honorsGirl Scouts with a Girl Scouts tea.

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Tuesday morning at the Assembly of God Church in Big Rapids. Weigh in at 9:00 a.m. meeting starts at 9:30 a.m.

ALANON MEETING, SUPPORT GROUP for familiesand friends of Alcoholics will meet every Tuesday at St.Phillips Church, Reed City at 8 p.m.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustin onMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon.Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerly theSportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. There isentertainment after lunch. For information call 231-734-

6005.

THE RED HATS, known as the Classy Lassies in Purpleand Red, of Evart, meet every THIRD Tuesday evening

at 6 p.m. The meeting place is the Evart Depot. PinkHatters are welcome too (the younger ones). Call ourQueen, Jan, at 734-5010 or Vice Queen Linda, at 734-9733 for any information or questions you may have.

MAY 3THE OSCEOLA COUNTY CHAPTER OF MARSP willhold a meeting on Tuesday, May 3 at the St. PaulLutheran Church, 22275 Four Mile Road in ReedCity. We will meet at 10 a.m. for rolls and coffee. Theprogram will be the Annual Spring Conference withDVD. This is an important meeting, as it will explainhealth benefits and pending legislation. For any furtherinformation, please contact Karen Crosson at 832-4798

MAY 10 AN AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE will beheld on Tuesday, May 10 at the Evart United Methodist

Church, 619 Cherry St., Evart from 12 p.m. to 5:45p.m.

WEDNESDAY

ELIJAH’S PLACE MEAL, (last Wednesday of eachmonth), 5-6:30p.m. at Zion-Emanuel Lutheran Church,202 Albert Street, LeRoy. Open to the public, free of charge.

IDLEWILD LOT OWNERS Game Day, 11a.m. at theclub house.

PATHFINDER PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer Story Hour,1-2p.m. for children ages 4-8. A parent must remain inthe library during story hour.

SOUTH EVART QUILT CLUB, (first and third Wednesdayof the month), 10:30a.m.-2p.m. with potluck lunch

at noon. Contact Margie (231)734-3857 or Ann(231)867-3237.

EVART FAITH BIBLE CHURCH PIONEER CLUB, 6p.m.every Wednesday for first through sixth grades.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY STORY TIME is every Wednesday from 11:15a.m. until noon.There will begames, crafts, songs and stories.

BITELY BETTER CONSERVATION CLUB MEETINGSare held the first Wednesday of each month (excluding

January through March), and the public is always welcome. The doors open at 5:30 for a pot luck dinnerfollowed by the meeting which starts at 7:00p.m.

OSCEOLA COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITIESmeeting is the first Wednesday of every month. Call thehotline for location of the meeting and for information.(231)832-8453

EVART AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE meets at 6p.m. the second Wednesday of each month. Forinformation call 734-9799.

BINGO, EVERY WEDNESDAY, VFW Hall Post #7979,Evart, license A04340. Early Bird at 6 p.m. Located at 4681 85th Ave., Evart.

THE BIG RAPIDS MASONIC LODGE meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the BigRapids Masonic Temple on east 19 Mile Road inBig Rapids.

THE MIDWESTERN MICHIGAN AARP CHAPTER 2418 will hold their monthly meeting the second Wednesdayof the month at the United Methodist Church with a pot-luck lunch stating at 12 p.m.The Program Schedule is as follows:

~MAY 11 - Dr. Linda Myers from 211 will explain what it is and how it will benefit Osceola County.~JUNE 8 - Trooper Travis House from the MichiganState Police will explain the duties of the CommunityService position and how it will benefit the members of

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THURSDAY

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOODPANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday) 1-4p.m. at St.Philip Neri Church. Call (231)832-2624 for morinformation.

FATHERS PROGRAM, (third Thursday of each month),at Baldwin Family Health Care Conference Room. Formore information contact Dave, call (231)745-2000ext. 16.

T.O.P.S. 1541 MEETING, weigh-in 8:15-9:15a.m.,meeting at 9:30a.m. at Evart United Methodist Church.For more information call (231)734-5752.

T.O.P.S. 1390 MEETING, weigh-in 6:10 p.m., meetingat 6:35 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, Evart, cornerof Third and Oak. For more information, call Ruth at (231)734-2844 or Terri at (231)734-5348.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING, 1p.m. at Evart United Methodist Church.

SHEPHERD’S TABLE, 5:30-6:30p.m. at Reed CityChurch of the Nazarene, 5300 220th Ave., Reed City.

EUCHRE, 1p.m. at Reed City Senior Center, 219 East Todd Street.

REED CITY VFW/AmVet Post 2964/2965 THURSDAYNIGHT BURGER NIGHT, every 4th thursday of themonth.

ALANON MEETING every Thursday night, 7:00p.m. at Evart Sacred Heart Church.

THE CHIEF OSCEOLA WOOD CARVERS will bemeeting at the Osceola County Fairgrounds in Evart every Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at the communitybuilding. Anyone interested to learn wood carving is

welcome, there is no cost. It is also the meal site for theCommission on Aging and their Thursday dinner is at noon. For mor information on carving call 734-5125or 734-9131. Information on COA dinner reservationscall 734-6005.

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Thursday evening at the Assembly of God Church in Big Rapids. Weighin at 6:00 p.m., meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK CLUB meets everythird Thursday of the month.

EVART CAR CLUB meets the second Thursday of everymonth at the Evart Moose at 7p.m.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustin onMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon.Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerly theSportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. There isentertainment after lunch. For information call 231-734-6005.

MAY 19 AN AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE will beheld on Thursday, May 19 at Trinity Lutheran Church,19778 US-10, Reed City from 12 p.m. to 5:45p.m.

FRIDAY

REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Fish Fry (first Friday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129 E. Osceola Ave. For moreinformation, call (231)832-5102.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING, 8p.m. at theEvart United Methodist Church.

PEDRO, 1p.m. at the Reed City Senior Center, 219 East Todd Street.

EVERY FRIDAY Fish or Shrimp dinner from 5 to 8p.m.Moose Lodge No. 2452 located at 8400 US-10 inEvart. For more information call (231)734-6181

BINGO EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT at LeRoy VFW Post #10770 on Mackinaw Trail next to Citizens Bank. Earlybirds starts at 6p.m. Concession stand is open.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustin onMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon.

Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerly theSportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. There isentertainment after lunch. For information call 231-734-6005.

REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Chicken Wings (Last Friday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129 E. Osceola Ave.For more information, call (231)832-5102.

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HORSE & TACK SALETack Under New Management

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Benning t on 20SL i wi t h 50HP Mo t or

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$ 1 5 , 9 9 9

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New T hi s Y ear !C en t ur i on Sk i Boa t s

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Victory & YamahaMotorcycles

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Coming Soon!NEW INDOOR

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