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SPECIAL THANKSGIVING SALEFeeder Cattle & Brood Cows

Friday, November 26Lake Odessa Livestock Auction

CLUB CALVES sell at 3:00 PM by the headBROOD COWS sell at 3:30 PM by the head

FEEDER CATTLE sell at 5:00 PM by the poundPrices from our 11/4/ sale:

Brood Cows up to $900.00 Bred Heifers up to $800.00Black Steers up to $119.00 per cwtBlack Heifers up to $105.00 per cwt

Holstein Steers 300-400# $85.00 to $110.00 per cwt

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Cattle May be brought in to barn onThanksgiving Day by appointment.

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P.J. HOFFMASTER STATE

PARK OFFERS SNOWSHOE

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The Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center at.J. Hoffmaster State Park in Muskegon

s offering guided snowshoe hikes onSaturdays, beginning Jan. 15 throughFeb. 26, with a special moonlight hikeoffered Friday, Feb. 18, at 7 p.m.

The hikes follow the tradition ofcommunity-wide snowshoe hikes thatwere popular in New England in the1920s. The parks snow-covered sanddunes are the perfect setting for all thenowshoe hikes.

Most hiking routes include someclimbing but all take a slow, relaxedace, said DNRE Park Naturalistlizabeth Brockwell-Tillman. In myxperience, most people, includinghildren, enjoy the challenging terrain.nowshoe hiking is an excellent way

o get exercise out-of-doors and enjoythe peace and solitude of winter in thepark.

P.J. Hoffmaster State Park is locatedt 6585 Lake Harbor Rd. in Muskegon.

Hikes will begin at 10:30 a.m. at theparks Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center.Pre-registration begins Monday, Nov.

15, and is required for all participants,including those with their ownsnowshoes. Snowshoes can also bereserved for a small fee. Reservationsfor the Saturday hikes and the specialmoonlit hike can be made by contactingthe Gillette Nature Center at 231-798-3573.

Six or more inches of snow is neededfor snowshoeing. If snow is lacking,the naturalist will lead participants on awinter exploration of the park.

For more information about the hikes,the park, accessibility, or persons

needing accommodations to participatein the hikes, contact the Gillette NatureCenter at 231-798-3573 (TTY/TDD711Michigan Relay Center for the hearingimpaired), or visit www.michigan.gov/hoffmaster.

Snowshoe hikes are free. However, allresident motor vehicles entering a statepark or recreation area must displaya valid 2010 Motor Vehicle Permit orthe Recreation Passport. EffectiveOct. 1, 2010, the Recreation Passportreplaced the state park and boatingaccess site permits for access into allstate parks, recreation areas and state-administered boating access sitesfor Michigan residents. Cost is $10for resident motor vehicles and $5 forresident motorcycles. To purchase theRecreation Passport, Michigan residentscan simply check YES on their licenseplate renewal forms, or they can beurchased at the park. To learn morebout the Recreation Passport, visitww.michigan.gov/recreationpassport

or call the information line at 517-241-7275.

ll non-resident motor vehicles will stillave to display a valid Motor Vehicleermit to enter a state park or recreationrea, or to use a state-administered

boating access fee site. Cost is $29 for

a non-resident annual or $8 for a non-resident daily, which can be purchasedat any state park or on-line through theMichigan E-store at www.michigan.gov/estore.

The Department of Natural Resourcesand Environment is committed to theconservation, protection, management,and accessible use and enjoyment of thestates environment, natural resources,and related economic interests forcurrent and future generations. Formore information, go to www.michigan.gov/dnre.

HOW TO GET HELP

OVERCOMING A HEALTH

CHALLENGE

(NAPSI)-The next time you or someoneyou care about gets sick, you may findcomfort from a surprising sourceyourcomputer. Thats because patientsand their caregivers can now set upa website to keep family and friendsinformed about progress and any helpneeded and to receive information andgood wishes.

Its designed for one purposeto helpfamilies facing a significant healthchallenge communicate quickly,privately and efficiently online. Eachday, over half a million people connect

through the more than 222,000 personalsites that have been created.

The sites are uncluttered and free ofadvertising. To view a site, you mustknow the specific and unique sitename. This helps restrict access tofamily and friends who have been giventhat name. Site authors can choose toadd additional layers of privacy andsecurity, including requiring all visitorsto register before they can view the siteand requiring a password.

To meet the changing needs of thosewho use the site, recent service

enhancements include a mobilewebsite, a free iPhone app, the abilityto be notified via text when a journalis updated and Facebook Connect soauthors can easily notify their Facebookfriends when they have a new journalentry to share.

Its done through a nonprofit organizationcalled CaringBridge, so access is free.You can make it as private as you like,design it to suit your taste and addhealth updates and photos wheneveryou like. Setting up is a simple processthat takes just a few minutes.

You can learn more or create a sitefor yourself or a loved one at www.CaringBridge.org.

Get In Shipshape This Holiday Season(NAPSI)-When it comes to holiday giftgiving, making a list and checking ittwice can keep costs down and simplifyyour season.

Wherever you plan to shop, keepshipping guidelines and deadlines inmind when sending gifts to friends andloved ones.

With millions of presents and packagesmoving across the country every day,

FedEx recommends the following tipsfor safe and timely delivery of yourpackages:

Send your gifts ahead. If you aretraveling this holiday season, takethe hassle out of carrying wrappedpackages with you by sending yourgifts ahead of your arrival.

Ship early in the season. This willallow you to avoid the lines and provideyou with a greater selection of shippingservice options.

Choose the right supplies. Use new,sturdy boxes with the flaps intact anddo not reuse boxes. Position at leastone inch of Bubble Wrap, peanuts orother packing materials on all sidesand use a heavy-duty tape designedfor packaging.

Be smart about labeling. Position theaddress label squarely on the largestsurface and provide complete senderand recipient addresses, including ZIPcodes and telephone numbers. Ensurethat the label is properly and securelyattached. FedEx also recommendsplacing a label inside the box, in casethe outer label falls off.

Be aware of shipping deadlines. Fordelivery in time for Christmas, thelast day to ship with FedEx Ground is

Friday, December 17 and the last dayto ship with FedEx Express is Thursday,December 23.

Dont be afraid to ask for help. Thereare more than 1,900 FedEx Office Print& Ship Center locations around theworld that provide a variety of packingand shipping supplies and services.

For more tips or to create and print ashipping label, visit www.fedex.com.

SAFE DRIVING TIPS FOR

SMALL-BUSINESS OWNERS

(NAPSI)-If youre a business owner whodepends on a vehicle for work, reliabletransportation is a must. Commercialauto insurance group Progressiveoffers these tips for keeping yourvehicle running smoothly and safelywhile youre on the road:

Keep your vehicle maintained.Schedule regular professionalinspections, and repair or replace partswhen necessary (not when you havetime to get around to it).

Keep a safe distance. I f youre driving

a truck, you might be carrying moreweight than other drivers, so try to keepa two- to three-second distance betweenyour vehicle and the car in front of you.This will give you enough room to cometo a complete stop in case the car infront slams on the brakes.

Pull over. When you need to checkyour map or change your destination,take the next exit or stop at the nearestrest area.

Be ready for the unexpected. Makesure your vehicle and your businessare properly insured. You should have

liability and physical damage insurance,which covers damage you cause toyour vehicleor someone elsesin

case of an accident.

For more information or tfind a local agent, visit www.progressivecommercial.com.

PROTECTING YOUR

SPRINKLER SYSTEM ON

COLDER DAYS

(NAPSI)-While it may be time to headindoors for the colder months, theresstill one more gardening task you maywant to take care of.

To ensure a healthy lawn and gardenin the spring, take a few simple stepsto ensure that your sprinkler system isready to withstand the colder months.

If they are not properly protected,inground irrigation systems can bdamaged by harsh winter weather.Protecting them is easy enough. Herare a few tips to help:

Turn off your timer. Automatic systemshave a controller or timer. Moscontrollers have a rain or off modthat shuts off the signals to the valves.The controller continues to keep time,the programming information (startimes, valve run times, etc.) isnt losand the clock continues to run. Thonly change is that the valves will no

activate.

You can also shut off the power to thcontroller, but if you do, youll need treprogram the time and potentially allthe other settings when the weathewarms up.

Shut off the water. You can protect thmain shutoff valve against freezing byshutting off the water supply. Make surthe valve is wrapped with insulation(foam insulation tape and a plasticbag). If your system doesnt havemain shutoff valve, install one to protecyour investment.

Aboveground piping also needs to binsulated and you can use self-sticking,foam-insulating tape or foam-insulatingtubes found at home supply stores.

Keep the pipes from freezing. If you livin a very cold area, consider removingthe water from the pipes and sprinklersso the pipes dont freeze and burst.There are several ways to drain pipes:manual drain valves, automatic drainvalves or the compressed air blowoumethod. But proceed cautiously. Sincthere could be potential safety risks,contacting an irrigation specialist is

good idea.

Insulate backflow preventers andvalves if they are aboveground. Youcan also use insulation tape for this, bube careful not to block the air vents anddrain outlets on backflow preventers.

Before winterizing your system, you maywant to consult an irrigation specialist,such as those at Rain Bird.

Learn more. For more irrigation tipsas well as information on where to finda specialist to help you winterize yousystem, visit www.rainbird.com or call

(800) RAINBIRD.

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ToKids,Parents,&

theYoungatHeart

Santa will be hereon December 5th & 19th

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JOIN THE TREND TOWARD

INDEPENDENCE

(NAPSI)-According to a Direct Sellingssociation survey, more than 16illion Americans are direct sales

epresentatives these days and they sellearly $30 billion worth of products andervices, despite the down economy.

here are many ways to get in on thisrowing opportunity to become anntrepreneur-and a surprising reason.

oing Well And Doing Good

In some cases, you can not onlyake money, set your own hours andaintain your independence, you canelp others as well. Thats becausef another trend in business: themergence of entrepreneurs takingocial responsibility to new levels. These

orward-thinking business owners haveoven the concept of giving into theery fabric of their companies from dayne. While its generally expected thatompanies make charitable donationsnce they have made it big, it takes anntirely different mind-set to create arofitable business model strategicallyased on the premise of helpingthers.

or example, one cause-oriented,or-profit business has expanded thisoncept further by putting giving powern the hands of its customers.

pecializing in the in-home purchase of

recious metals, the company donates a

minimum of 2.5 percent of all purchasesto charitable organizations selected byparty hostesses. As a result, in just twoyears, its given more than half a milliondollars to thousands of charities acrossthe country.

The expertly trained professional buyerswho join Golden Girls are given thelatest technology to assess, measureand certify the gold they purchase.

Party attendees can sell their unwantedjewelry in a pressure-free environmentand get paid on the spot while enjoyingthe company of friends.

Charities across North America canuse gold-buying parties as fundraisingopportunities for their members,supporters and other contacts. Theseorganizations can even create a networkof parties to maximize their rewards.

For more information on how to host aparty or train to become a buyer, pluslearn about other ways to make money,visit www.golddoesgood.com or call(866) 995-2008.

FARMERS HELP BENEFIT THEIR

COMMUNITIES

(NAPSI)-Among the more than 50million rural American residents isa special group of people-a groupresponsible for feeding, fueling andclothing the world, stimulating theeconomy and caring for the land. Theyare a group deeply committed to their

hometowns, and they grow much more

than corn, soybeans or cotton. Theyare Americas farmers, and they aregrowing their communities.

These dedicated farmers are making adifference thanks in part to a program

from Monsanto Fund called AmericasFarmers Grow Communities. Thisprogram provides farmers with achance to win $2,500 for their favoritelocal nonprofit organization.

For Iowa farmer Jerry Varenhorst, hisrural community has been a greatplace to live and raise a family.

Varenhorst farms 600 acres of cornand soybeans on his family operationin Le Mars, Iowa. He was named thePlymouth County, Iowa, winner for apilot program.

I chose the Good Samaritan Society, a

nursing home facility where many localretired farmers are residents, includingmy father, Varenhorst says.

We need to remember that these retiredfarmers were the ones supporting ourgroups when we were younger, andthey shouldnt be forgotten, he says.After all, one day I will be a retiredfarmer, too.

Third-generation family farmer AllenBerryman, winner from Hobbsville,N.C., elected to direct his prize to theFFA youth agriculture organization.

I chose the Chowan County FFA chapterbecause my 17-year-old daughter,

Emily, is the local secretary, he says.The FFA has done so much good fomy daughter and she absolutely lovesit. Because of it, she has been able ttravel to a lot of different places andmeet new people.

The chapter plans on using the fundsto help students pay their FFA dues,which have gone up in recent years.

Now farmers in more than 1,200counties across 38 states will be ableto help grow their communities by morethan $3 million.

Eligible farmers can sign up online awww.growcommunities.com or call(877) 267-3332 until Dec. 31, 2010.Farmers age 21 and over who areactively engaged in farming a minimumof 250 acres of corn, soybeans andor cotton or 40 acres of open-field

vegetables or at least 10 acres otomatoes, peppers and/or cucumbersgrown in protected culture are eligible.One winner will be randomly selectedfor each eligible county.

As a bonus for each eligible farmewho signs up, Monsanto Fund will alsdonate $1 to the United Way to helpfight hunger in their community.

Our rural communities are the hearof America, says Deborah Patterson,president of the Monsanto Fund. Webelieve in rural America, and we want thelp these dedicated farmers continueto grow their local communities.

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EVENTS BEGINNING NOVEMBER 20, 2010M

ECOSTA

COUNTY

IN

00358141

TO ADD YOUR EVENT TO THIS PAGE,PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL

MICHELLE GRAVES AT (231) 592-8357OR [email protected]

SATURDAY, NOV. 20The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5p.m.The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club holds trapand sporting clay shoots. Trap shoots start at 10a.m. and sporting clays start at 1 p.m. The club islocated four miles west of Mecosta on M-20. Formore information contact Jack Hays at (231) 592-1587.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m. to1 p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave.,behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.Mecosta County Historical Society is closed untilApril. For private tours contact F. Hankes at (231)796-0368 or J. Irvin at (231) 796-8993.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact

Woody W. at (231) 796-8371.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m. in the basement of the Third AvenueMethodist Church in Big Rapids. Come forfellowship, come for food. All are welcome and thehealthy lunch is free.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St. PaulsCampus Parish, 1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids.For more information call (800) 230-4085.Morton Township hosts a recycling program from 9a.m. to noon, at the Canadian Lakes Fire/RescueStation located at 8260 100th Ave., Stanwood.

SUNDAY, NOV. 21Alcoholics Anonymous Old Jail House Group meetsat 7 p.m. at 220 S. Stewart Ave. Call Darwin T. at(231) 796-8956.Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St.Michaels School in Remus. For more informationcall Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at(989) 967-8478.Sunday Singles Dance at the Goodyear Lanes andLounge from 7 to 11 p.m. in their newly remoldedroom, located at the corner of M-55 and Old 27,Houghton Lake. Please enter through the doorfacing Old 27. Call (989) 539-5406 if you have anyquestions concerning the dance.Alanon meeting support group for families andfriends of alcoholics will be held at 7 p.m. at the OldJail in Big Rapids.Evart United Methodist Church youth group meetsfrom 5 to 7 p.m. at the corner of First and Cherrystreets. Fourth grade through 12th grade invited. Jointhe group for a free meal, games and fellowship.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at ImmanuelLutheran Church, 726 Fuller Ave. in Big Rapids.

MONDAY, NOV. 22Enhance 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. atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80thAve., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Bridge is at 12:45 p.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.The Big Rapids Lions Club meets at the Gate at6:30 p.m.Schizophrenia Anonymous meets from 10:30 to11:30 a.m. at Community Mental Health, 500 S.Third Ave., Big Rapids. SA is a support group witha 6-step program. Anyone with schizophrenia ormental illness is more than welcome to attend. Formore 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 highrise in Big Rapids. For more information, call (231)796-4993.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group meets at 8p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. ContactGlenn C. at (231) 796-3703.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 to 11a.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave.,behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.Divorce Care meetings are from 7 to 9 p.m. at NewHope United Methodist Church, 7296 Nine Mile Roadin Mecosta. The meetings cover a nonconsecutive13-step program for getting through a divorce. Newmembers are always welcome. Contact SharonGray at (231) 598-0337 or New Hope Church at(231) 972-2838 for more information.Enhance Fitness is at 10:15 a.m. at the Eagles,18361 16 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.

TUESDAY, NOV. 23Big Rapids Rotary Club meets at noon at the HolidayInn and Conference Center.

Beginning line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80thAve., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-

2884.Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St.Michaels School in Remus. For more informationcall Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at(989) 967-8478.Tai Chi is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Card recycling is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Theology is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, 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 9 a.m. to 5p.m.Grief peer support group meets at 9 a.m. at CadillacBig Boy. For questions, call Pastor Brad Center at(231) 779-9550.Country dance classes will be held at 6:30 p.m. atthe Chase Township Hall. For more information,contact Jeff at (231) 250-4159.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at St. PaulsCampus 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 moreinformation call (800) 367-6788.Caregivers support group meets from 2 to 4 p.m.at Reed City Public Library community room. Call(231) 832-2131 for more information.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 24

Enhance Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the MecostaCounty Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta.For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Advanced line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80thAve., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 6p.m.Library preschool story hour is at 10:30 a.m. at BigRapids Community Library. Open to the public.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group meets at 8p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. ContactGlenn C. at (231) 796-3703.Hersey Farmers Market is from 3 to 6:30 p.m. indowntown Hersey. Contact Deana Jager at (231)

465-4058 or [email protected] County Genealogical Society is openfor appointment for its winter hours by contactingMaureen Nelson at (231) 250-5555. Watch thePioneer for the genealogical societys specialSaturday hours held on the second Saturday of themonth.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m. in the basement of the Third AvenueMethodist Church in Big Rapids. Come forfellowship, come for food. All are welcome and thehealthy lunch is free.The Big Rapids Dharma Study Group meet at 7 p.m.on Wednesday at 309 Marion Ave., in Big Rapids.Weekly meetings include discussing various dharmatexts, questions and answers and watching dharma-related videos. The group is under the direction ofMichael and Margaret Erlewine, who have morethan 35 years of experience in meditation anddharma practice. Beginning students are welcome.

Fourth Street Farmers Market is from 8 a.m. to 2p.m. next to Big Rapids Farm & Garden on FourthStreet in Big Rapids. Any questions, call (231) 796-6363.Beginner Line Dance Instruction is at 6 p.m. at G.T.Norman Elementary School, 338 W. Lincoln St. inReed City; enter through the West Gym Door #6.Classes are open to everyone, drop in and join anytime. For more information call Sandee Lee at (231)832-3493.Enhance Fitness is at 10:15 a.m. at the Eagles,18361 16 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Visually Impaired & Blind Support Group meetsat the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80thAve., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Hospice of Michigan offers a living on support groupfrom 5:30 to 7 p.m. Hospice is located at 400 Perry

Ave. in Big Rapids. For more information, contactDiane Snyder at (231) 796-7371.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at ImmanuelLutheran Church, 726 Fuller Ave. in Big Rapids.

THURSDAY, NOV. 25Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St.Michaels School in Remus. For more informationcall Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at(989) 967-8478.Harmonica is at 10:30 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Painting and drawing is at 1 p.m. at the MecostaCounty Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta.For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Scrabble is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Pedro is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Pinochle is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, 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 thecorner of Locust Street and Winter Avenue. Formore information, call Eric at (866) 398-5440.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group meets atnoon at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. ContactDarwin T. at (231) 796-8956.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 3 to 5:30p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave.,behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.

Friday, Nov. 26Enhance Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the MecostaCounty Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta.For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Readers Theatre is at 10 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.

Advanced line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80thAve., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre is from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Parkview highrise in Big Rapids. For more information, call (231)796-4993.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group meets at 8p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. ContactWoody W. at (231) 796-8371.Knitting circle meets at 4 p.m. at the Barryton PublicLibrary. Knitters of all levels are encouraged to comeand learn or share knitting techniques.Enhance Fitness is at 10:15 a.m. at the Eagles,

18361 16 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Bingo is at the Mecosta County Senior Center,12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information,call (231) 972-2884.

SATURDAY, NOV. 27The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5p.m.The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club holds trapand sporting clay shoots. Trap shoots start at 10a.m. and sporting clays start at 1 p.m. The club islocated four miles west of Mecosta on M-20. Formore information contact Jack Hays at (231) 592-1587.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m. to1 p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave.,behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.Mecosta County Historical Society is open for toursfrom 2 to 4 p.m. every Saturday at the museum,

located at 129 S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids.Immanuel Lutheran Church hosts Fair Trade Fairfrom 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Big Rapids is sponsoringa Saturday, Nov. 27 with handcraft items fromaround the world and FREE Equal Exchange CoffeeTasting.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, Meets at 8p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. ContactWoody W. at (231) 796-8371.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m. in the basement of the Third AvenueMethodist Church in Big Rapids. Come forfellowship, come for food. All are welcome and thehealthy lunch is free.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St. PaulsCampus Parish, 1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids.For more information call (800) 230-4085.Lutheran World Relief presents Fair Trade Fair from9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church,

726 Fuller Ave. in Big Rapids. There will be freecoffee tasting, door prizes and a large assortmentof handcrafted merchandise from artisans indeveloping regions around the world.


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MS Girls-8 grade Basketball VS Morley Stan., 4 pmNov. 23 End of 1st TrimesterNov. 24 Thanksgiving BreakNov. 25 Thanksgiving BreakNov. 26 Thanksgiving Break

Var. Hockey VS BR Thanksgiving Tourn., 8:00 pmNov. 27 Var. Hockey VS BR Thanksgiving Tourn., TBANov. 29 School ResumesDec. 1 Var. Boys Wrestling, TBA @ Reed City Quad

EECC PTO Meeting, 5:30 pmDec. 2 Var./JV Girls Basketball, 6:00 pm @ McBain

EECC Evening Parent/Teacher ConferencesDec. 3 - - -Kindergarten ONLY - - - NO SCHOOL - - -

Fr. Girls Basketball, 6:00 pm @ Cadillac

Dec. 4 Var. Boys Wrestling VS BR Invitational, 9:00 am

Putting into Practice

After completing a unit about house

plans and how to create a good flowthrough a home including a workablekitchen space, John Caskey's 2ndhour Architecture class put whatthey learned to practice. By cookingin a room with a kitchen that is usedfor the Skills For Living classstudents got to experience what it islike to prepare food, cook, and clean

in the kitchen space. Theyalso learned about eatinghealthy. The class tried their

hand at making breakfastskillets, which is a specialrecipe of Mr. Caskey's. Moststudents' skillets' turned outvery tasty. The students alsoagree that having a worktriangle in a kitchen is veryimportant.

Preparing for Spring

New Directions students prepared garden beds and plantedbulbs in a project to beautify the school grounds. Austyn,Cody, J.R., and Jesse removed sod from the beds, andMichelle and Jesse dug holes and planted tulip and daffodilbulbs. About 200 bulbs were planted. New Directions shouldbe a colorful place this Spring!

StudentsHonored by Veteran

On Veterans Day students in Ted Alberts'4th Grade class at Brookside Elementarywere visited by Erica Waring, a veteran ofthe war in Iraq. Ms. Waring, a paraprofessional at Brookside,was dressed in her uniform and answered questions from theclass about life as a soldier. "To have a person on staff that isknowledgeable about a veteran's commitment to protect ourcounty and to explain some of the things that a soldier doesand encounters, is amazing and beneficial to our students. Theclass really enjoyed it", said Alberts. One student in the classsummed it up perfectly, "we love people like Ms. Waring forbeing a soldier and protecting us!"Erica spent 2-3 days talking to classes not only at Brooksidebut also at Riverview.


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EDITORS NOTE: Please check with your club ororganization to be certain of meetings, outingsand classes, as they may be canceled due tobad weather or other reasons. If any listingis incorrect, please call (231)832-5566 or(231)745-4635 with correct information.

DOMESTIC ABUSE NUMBER for anyone beingabused is 1-800-950-5808. Thereis 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 islooking for caring and dedicated people with aninterest in serving terminally ill patients and theirfamilies in the Reed City Area andthe outlaying communities. Volunteers provideservices such as friendly visiting, patienttransport/patient outings, errand running, childcare, and clerical services. Volunteer classes areavailable to fit each persons schedule. Pleasecall Paul King at Heartland Hospice at 231-775-6840 for further information.

SATURDAY

REED CITY VFW POST 2964 CHICKEN BBQ(Third Saturday of every month), 5-7 p.m.(231)832-5102.

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

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

~NOVEMBER 27ORIGINAL GOSPEL JAMBOREE will be heldSaturday, November 27 at Amazing Grace

Acres Church, M-37 and Woodland Park Dr.Potluck at 6:30 p.m., music at 7 p.m. FeaturingThe Highlandaires, Faith Gospel Team and LuckyFulton, M.C. Everyone welcome.

~DECEMBER 4EVERYONE IS INVITED to attend the 53rdannual St. Mary Christmas Bazaar on Saturday,December 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday,December 5 from 8 a.m. to noon at St. Mary

Parish Center, 919 Marion Ave., Big Rapids.This even includes a Luncheon on Saturday andpancake breakfast on Sunday at the Knights ofColumbus. Please call(231)796-5202 for more information.

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, 8400U.S.-10.

EVART VFW POST 7979 BREAKFAST 2ndSunday of every month.

REED CITY MASONIC LODGE will stop servingtheir Pancake Breakfast on the third Sunday ofeach month until further notice.

EVART UNITED METHODIST YOUTH meet everySunday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church on thecorner of First and Cherry St. 4th grade through12th grade invited. Join the group for a freemeal, games and fellowship.

MONDAY

REED CITY AMVETS POST 2965 MEETING,7p.m. 129 E. Osceola Avenue. For moreinformation, call Cliff Galloup (231)832-2787.Meetings are second Monday of every month).

T.O.P.S. 1682 MEETING, every Monday atReed City St. Paul Lutheran Church, weigh in5:30p.m., meeting 6p.m.

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

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

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

EVART MOOSE LODGE NO. 2452 host bingoeach Monday at 8400 U.S. 10. Doors openat 4p.m. Early bird takes place at 6p.m. withregular regular bingo at 6:30p.m. (License No.

A21600)

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Mondayevening at Trinity Lutheran Church on highwayUS-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 SupportGroup for Women. Sponsored by ParadiseSalon and SpectrumHealth Reed City Hospital Cancer Services. 2ndMonday of every other month at 4:00 p.m.

January-March-May-July-September-November.Hosted by Crossroads Radiation Therapy Center,4499 220th Street, Reed City,Michigan 49677. Interested? Inquire by calling:Oncology Infusion Services Staff 832-7105,Crossroads Radiation Center 832-5817 orParadise Salon 832-3411.

NATURAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP MEETING,at the Sears Church of God, corner of Highway10 and 40th Ave., west entrance. This groupmeets the last monday of each month at 6 p.m.to discuss natural health options and specificsubjects, CO-OP information is also available.

TUESDAY

LA LECHE LEAGUE BREASTFEEDING SUPPORTGROUP MEETING, 10a.m. Monthlytopics. Open to all pregnant and nursingmothers. Children welcome. Downtown ReedCity. Contact Sue, LLL group leader for directionsor questions, (231)832-1858 or email LLL [email protected]. (Meetings areThird Tuesday of ever y month.)

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

SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5-6 p.m. (every Tuesday)at the church, 216 S. Main Street, Hersey. Formore information, call the church (231)832-9072. Church is barrier free.

FREE CLOTHING - FOOD available to those inneed (second and fourth Tuesday of the month),5p.m. at Idlewild Seventh Day Adventist ChurchsCommunity Service.

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOODPANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday) 1-4p.m. atSt. Philip Neri Church. Call (231)832-2624 formore information.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP MEETING,(second Tuesday of each month), 1p.m. at St.

Anns Church Basement in Baldwin. For fur therinformation, call Shawn (231)745-8421.

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

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

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP meets thesecond and fourth Tuesdays of the month,2-4p.m. The group meets at the CommunityMental Health for Central Michigan in OsceolaCounty located at 4473 220th Ave. in Reed City.For mor information call (231)832-2247. The

group is for individuals who provide caregivingservices for individuals with Dementia,Alzheimers or other chronic/terminal medicalconditions.

There is no charge to participate and there areno residencyrestrictions.

GFWC EVART WOMENS CLUB meets 7p.m. thesecond Tuesday of the month at St. Paul LutheranChurch. Open to the public. The May meetinghonors Girl Scouts with a Girl Scouts tea.

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Tuesdaymorning at the Assembly of God Church in BigRapids. Weigh in at 9:00 a.m. meeting starts at9:30 a.m.

ALANON MEETING, SUPPORT GROUP forfamilies and friends of Alcoholics will meet everyTuesday at St. Phillips Church, Reed City at 8p.m.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustinon Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon. Locationis at Boomers Ronevous (formerly the Sport smanClub) on 213 Nielson St. There is entertainmentafter lunch. For informationcall 231-734-6005.

THE RED HATS, known as the Classy Lassiesin Purple and Red, of Evart, meet every THIRDTuesday evening at 6 p.m. The meeting placeis the Evart Depot. Pink Hatters are welcometoo (the younger ones). Call our Queen, Jan, at734-5010 or Vice Queen Linda, at 734-9733for any information or questions you may have.

WEDNESDAY

ELIJAHS PLACE MEAL, (last Wednesday of eachmonth), 5-6:30p.m. at Zion-Emanuel LutheranChurch, 202 Albert Street, LeRoy. Open to thepublic, free of charge.

IDLEWILD LOT OWNERS Game Day, 11a.m. atthe club house.

PATHFINDER PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer StoryHour, 1-2p.m. for children ages 4-8. A parentmust remain in the l ibrary during story hour.

SOUTH EVART QUILT CLUB, (first and thirdWednesday of 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 sixthgrades.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY STORY TIME is everyWednesday from 11:15a.m. until noon.Therewill be games, crafts, songs and stories.

BITELY BETTER CONSERVATION CLUBMEETINGS are held the first Wednesdayof each month (excluding January throughMarch), and the public is always welcome.The doors open at 5:30 for a pot luck dinnerfollowed by the meeting which star ts at 7:00p.m.

OSCEOLA COUNTY HABITAT FORHUMANITIES meeting is the first Wednesdayof every month. Call the hotline for location ofthe meeting and for information. (231)832-

8453

EVART AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE meetsat 6p.m. the second Wednesday ofeach month. For information call 734-9799.

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

THE BIG RAPIDS MASONIC LODGE meets thefirst Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. atthe Big Rapids Masonic Temple on east 19 MileRoad in BigRapids.

THURSDAY

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOODPANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday) 1-4p.m. atSt. Philip Neri Church. Call (231)832-2624 formore information.

FATHERS PROGRAM, (third Thursday ofeach month), at Baldwin Family Health CareConference Room. For more information contactDave, call (231)745-2000 ext. 16.

T.O.P.S. 1541 MEETING, weigh-in 8:15-9:15a.m., meeting at 9:30a.m. at Evart UnitedMethodist Church.

T.O.P.S. 1390 MEETING, weigh-in 6:10 p.m.,meeting at 6:35 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church,Evart, corner of Third and Oak. For moreinformation, call Ruth at (231)734-2844 or Terriat (231)734-5348.

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

SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5:30-6:30p.m. at ReedCity Church of the Nazarene, 5300 220th Ave.,Reed City.

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

REED CITY VFW/AmVet Post 2964/2965THURSDAY NIGHT BURGER NIGHT, every4th thursday of the month.

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

CHIEF OSCEOLA WOOD CARVERS meet everyThursday from 7 to 9p.m. in the Evart Depotscommunity room. There is no charge. For more

information, call (231)734-5125 or (231)734-9131

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Thursdayevening at the Assembly of God Church in BigRapids. Weighin at 6:00 p.m., meeting starts at6:30 p.m.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK CLUB meetsevery third Thursday of the month.

EVART CAR CLUB meets the second Thursday ofevery month at the Evart Moose at 7p.m.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustinon Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon. Locationis at Boomers Ronevous (formerly the SportsmanClub) on 213 Nielson St. There is entertainment

after lunch. For informationcall 231-734-6005.

FRIDAY

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

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

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

EVERY FRIDAY Fish or Shrimp dinner from 5to 8p.m. Moose Lodge No. 2452 located at

8400 US-10 in Evart. For more information call(231)734-6181

BINGO EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT at LeRoy VFWPost #10770 on Mackinaw Trail next to CitizensBank. Early birds starts at 6p.m. Concessionstand isopen.

PLEASE NOTE NEW DAY FOR EVENTS TO BETURNED IN FOR PUBLICATION.Send all upcoming events no later than

Wednesday Noon to:The Tri-County

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Over 100Booths!!!Come to the Tree Lighting &Christmas Caroling @ 6:00

Friday night, November 26thSee you at our Evergreen Festival Parade

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Beautiful 10 year old 4 bedroom, 3

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$129,900 10021312

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extremely large storage buildings, retail

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Continuing a Tradition of Serv ice Since 1916

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Stop By

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MILLERSTREE FARM

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13/28


CHRISTMAS CONCERTSaturday, December 4, 2010 7:00 p.m.

FERRIS STATE UNIVERSITYS WILLIAMS AUDITORIUM

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06 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER

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05 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT

99 GMC SIERRA 1500

01 DODGE RAM 1500

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U.S. 131 North, Cadillac On The Busy North End

231-775-4664 or

1-800-4-GODFREY

210311C

2001 BuickLeSabre

$4,89995359

2007 KiaSportage 4WD

$13,98895360

2008 Chevrolet

Silverado 1500 4WD

$21,390

224811A

2009 ChevroletSilverado 1500 4WD

$27,51595318A

2004 ChevroletTrailBlazer 4WD

$10,53695364

2007 ChevroletSilverado 1500 2WD

$14,993

95303

2007 PontiacGrand Prix

$12,689240210B

2007 JeepCommander 4WD

$18,99595321A

2006 DodgeDurango 4WD

$15,598

95366

2008 ChevroletTahoe 4WD

$30,56995365

2005 FordFive Hundred

$5,83395363A

2005 ChevroletSilverado 2500HD

$25,982

95371

2008 CadillacSRX RWD

$20,358 95368

2007 GMC YukonDenali 4WD

$29,54695370

2007 ChevroletSuburban 4WD

$24,990

95374

2007 SaturnOutlook AWD

$20,99495362

2010 ChevroletMalibu

$14,99495372

2007 ChevroletTahoe 4WD

$26,976

95378

2003 FordF250 4WD

$14,90195373

2008 SaturnOutlook FWD

$19,99495377

1997 JeepWrangler

$11,750

228611A

2009 ChevroletCobalt

$9,89095375

2007 HummerH3 4WD

$19,99495376

2008 ChevroletImpala

$14,921

95379

2007 HummerH3 4WD

$20,513

BLACK FRIDAY SALEPlus Fees

2011 BuickLacrosseCX

us ees

$24,410 2011 ChevroletCruze LS

$235 Month with$436 DownOTD

Month with

$574 Down

2011ChevroletMalibu 1LS $254

Plus Fees with DPA

2011 ChevroletSilverado1500 2wd

$17,231

Plus Fees

with DPA

2011 Chevrolet

Silverado15004wd

$27,292


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MONDAY,NOVEMBER22,2010TRICOUNTYNEWSSHOPPER 1070 Happy Ads!

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Don & Lea Randrequest the pleasure of your

company as theycelebrate their

50th WeddingAnniversary

Sat., December 4th, 2010from 1-4pm

Bitely BetterConservation Club

Bitely, MichiganCorner of 15 mile and M-37

No gifts please.

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(616)636-8288

Ensley Roofing, LLC

100 Pets & Supplies

BirdsBLUE CONURE PAR-ROT- 1-1/2 years old,$450. with cage. (231)832-9879

110 For Rent

3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME 1 milefrom Evart, nice yard, washer/dryer hookup. (231)734-3439 or (231)734-2874.

3-BEDROOM, 2-BATH HOUSE w/base-ment in country setting, paved driveway,blacktop road. $550/mon plus securitydeposit. 231-796-4925

4-5 BEDROOM HOUSE, 2-baths, 2-story, natural gas heat, nice yard, largeyard barn, directly across from BarrytonLibrary. 197 Northern Street. Land con-tract, low down payment, for sale orrent. Should be available Monday

November 22nd. Call today 989-382-7565.

QUIET SUBDIVISION NORTH BigRapids. 2-Bedroom, Duplex, starting$500/month. No pets! Gary (231)796-4564 or (231)796-1065

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Cash, Check, or Major Credit Cards accepted.

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ALWAYS CLEAN, LOW MILE, LATE MODEL VEHICLES

www.spartachevy.comCorner of M-37 & Sparta Ave.616-887-1791

MAY THE BEST CAR WIN.

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This Is Not Another Black Friday Sale.We Are Not Going To Restrict You To A One Day SaleThese Prices Are Good Until The End Of The Month.

Sparta Chevrolet You Will LoveThe Way We Do Business.

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*No Hidden Fees or Charges; j ust add tax, title, plate and doc fee. Must take delivery by 11/30/2010. Vehicles may not be exactly as pictured and are subject to prior sale. Some residency or other restrictions may apply, see us for complete details. We have made every effort to assure accuracyand reserve the right to amend and/or correct any errors. Promotional rates require qualified credit. Should rules or rebates change, neither customer nor dealer will be obligated to consummate deal. Due to other special offers which may be available, YOUR PRICE MAY ACTUALLY BE LESS THANADVERTISED; please ask us for details. Down payment assistance requires GMAC financing and qualified credit. Payments require qualified credit. Thank you for shopping Sparta Chevy.

THE ALL NEW 2011 HDS ARE HERE

OR LESS

2010 COBALT LS SEDAN

10C079

Automatic Transmission, Rear Spoiler, Courtesy Miles.

MSRP..............................................$17,745Sparta Chevy Discount ................... - $3,000Rebate ............................................ - $3,000Ally Down Payment Assistance ...... - $1,000

$10,745SalePrice

OR LESS

MSRP..............................................$24,995Sparta Chevy Discount ................... - $2,056Rebate ............................................ - $3,000

$19,899SalePrice

2011 MALIBU LT SEDAN

11C005

Power Driver Seats, Rear Spoiler, 6 Spd. Auto. Trans. w/Tapshift Manual Control, Interface Pkg., USB Port, Rear

110V Outlet, Remote Start. Demo Miles.

OR LESS

2011 IMPALA LT SEDAN

11C035

PW, PL, AC, Cruise, Tilt Steering, OnStar.

MSRP..............................................$26,430Sparta Chevy Discount ................... - $1,279Rebate ............................................ - $4,000AARP Discount .............................. - $1,000

$20,151SalePrice

OR LESS

2010 EQUINOX FWD LTZ

10T161

Loaded, Rear Seat Dual Screen EntertainmentSunroof, Navigationw/Voice Recognition, 40GH Hard Drve. Demo Miles.

MSRP......................................................$35,950Sparta Chevy Discount ............................- $2,347Ally Bank Bonus w/APR as low as 0% ....- $1,500

$

32,103SalePrice

OR LESS


$

26,531SalePrice

2010 1500 REG. CAB 4x4 LT

10T123

Short Box, 5.3L V8, 6 Spd., Auto., 18 Alum. Whls., PS,Remote Start, Snow Plow Prep, EZ Lift Tailgate,

Trailering Equip., 6456 Demo. Miles.

OR LESS


$

23,846SalePrice

2010 1500 EXT. CAB 4x4 WT

10T085

Locking Rear Diff., LS Pkg., Chrome Grill Surround,Chrome Front Bumper.

OR LESS

2010 1500 EXT. CAB 4x2 LT

10T225

MSRP..............................................$34,441

Sparta Chevy Discount ................... - $2,500Rebate ............................................ - $5,000Ally Down Payment Assistance ......

- $1,000

$25,941SalePrice

Power Bucket Seats, 17 Alum. Wheels, 5.3 V8, Int. Plus Pkg., Dual Zone AC,

Ext. Plus Pkg., Remote Start, Locking Rear Diff., Trailering Pkg. Chrome Pkg.

2011 3500 CREW CABDUALLY DIESEL LT 4x4

11T015

Duramax Turbo Diesel, Allison 6 Speed Trans.,Interior Plus Pkg., Pwr. Seat, Convenience Pkg.,

Adjustable Pedals, Remote Start, 6 Disk CDChanger, Dual 125 Amp Alternators, HD Trailering

Equipment, 13,000 Lbs. GVW.

2011 3500 4WD CREW LT

11T001

6.0L V8, 6 Spd., Auto. Trans., 40/20/40 SplitBench with Leather Seating, Remote Start, 160

Amp Alternator, Off Road Skid Plates, IntegratedBrake Controller, 10,800 GVW.


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Located next toSave-A-Lot

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Harrys Satellite& Antenna Sales & Service

18722 16 Mile Rd. Chippewa Lake Rd. Big Rapids, MI

(231)796-7611

Established 1962The Tri County Shoppernow has itsVERYOWN WEBSITE!

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04 CHEVY AVEO LS4 dr., 4 cyl., 1.6L, auto., FWD, air, PS,

PW, PDL, tilt, CD, steel wheels. KBB $6,225.

YOUR PRICE$5,995

05 TOWN & COUNTRY3.3L V6, PW, PL, tilt, cruise,Captain chairs. KBB $6,450.

YOUR PRICE$5,494

96 MERCEDES BENZC-Class C280, 2.8L 6 cyl., auto., AC,

leather, loaded, very clean.

$5,995

02 GRAND CHEROKEELaredo, auto., 4x4, AS, PW, PL, tilt,

cruise, ABS, CD. KBB $7,085.

YOUR PRICE$5,495

02 FORD EXPLORER 4X44.0L V6, PW, PL, tilt, cruise, CD, AC.

KBB $7,325.

YOUR PRICE$6,495

04 DODGE DURANGOSLT, 4 dr., 4x4, 4.7L V8, leather, 3rd

row seating. KBB $11,230.

YOUR PRICE$7,450

01 PLYMOUTH NEON4 dr., 2.0L, auto., FWD, AC, power

steering, tilt wheel. KBB $4,760

YOUR PRICE$3,450

00 KIA SPORTAGE 4X44 cyl., auto., AC, PW, PL, tilt, cruise,roof rack, alloy wheels. KBB $5,430.

YOUR PRICE$3,495

KELLER NORTH COUNTRY MOTORSSales Service Quick Lube

KELLER NORTH COUNTRY MOTORSNOW LOCATEDON M-82 HOWARD CITY

Visit us on the web at

www.kellernorthcountrymotors.com

DALE LONGCORESales Manager

Mon. & Wed. 8 am - 7 pm;Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 8 am - 6 pm;

Sat. 10 am - 2 pm

(231) 937-5173OR1-877-937-5173Tax, title, license, DOC, down. Payments on best terms available. WAC. *Call dealer for details.

ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

FULLY CERTIFIED MECHANIC ON STAFF AT ALL TIMES FREE LOANER CARW/APPT.

01 CHEVY CAVALIER4 dr., 4 cyl., 2.2L, auto., AC, Tilt, CD,

ABS. Great MPG! KBB $4,320.

YOUR PRICE$3,250

BUY HERE,PAY HERE

AVAILABLE

COUPON

COUPON

$5495Winter Coolant

Flush

Most makes

& models

$1999ALL DAY EVERY DAY

Full Service OIL CHANGE

Most makes

& models

WHERE CAN I FIND THENEW 2011 RIVER VALLEY

PET CALENDARS?This year is packed with cute and cuddly critters.

Youll love this calendar.

Call these businesses for availability!

Panaceas Natural Health Foods, 4320 14 Mile Rd, Rockford

VanderHyde Ford, 345 N. Main St., Cedar Springs

ACE/Auntie ACE Home Health Care, 239 S. Ensley St, Howard City

Gerber Memorial, 212 S. Sullivan St., FremontMon Cher Chien, 13456 Northland Dr, Big Rapids

Lakeland Mills, One Lakeland Place, Edmore

Trumpets & Doves, 10770 Maple Hill Rd, Howard City

Gold Buyer, 7 E. Main St., Grant

Sparta Chevrolet, 8955 Sparta Ave., Sparta

Andys Tree Service, call 1-800-982-4540, Howard City

Ray Winnie Auto Sales, corner of M-57 & M-91, Greenville

Petersens Auction Service, (616) 984-2168, Trufant

Grand Rental Station, 3575 14 Mile Rd, Cedar Springs

Riversbend Animal Hospital, PC, 10565 Northland Dr, Big Rapids

Deur Implement, 5648 S. Baldwin Ave, Newaygo

Coral Power Shop, 15990 Grant St, Coral

Cedar Springs Rental, LLC, 206 N. Main St, Cedar SpringsCedar Car Co., 12771 Northland Dr, Cedar Springs

Whites, 222 N. Ensley (old 131), Howard City

Medics, PC, 220 N. Ensley, Howard City

Nelsons Farm Market, 469 W. 112th St, Grant

Human Nature Photography, Gaylord and Big Rapids

Tinney, 14 Mile Rd, West of Greenville

Peacocks Pet Grooming, 73 S. Main, Cedar Springs

J&A Surplus, 19499 M-46, Howard City

The Topper Shop, 1471 S. Greenville Rd (M-91), Greenville

Doschs Deer Processing, 1/2 Mile West of Hardy Dam on 36th St

Discount Tire & Battery, M-46, Downtown Edmore

Larrys Northtown Furniture & Appliance, 6481 N. Greenville Rd.,Greenville

A-1 Communications, Inc., 701 S. Greenville West Dr (next to theSecretary of State), Greenville


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110 For Rent

FOR RENT- HERSEY area. 105 feeteautiful frontage Muskegon River, 3-edroom, 2-bath, stove, refrigerator,asher/dryer included. $700/month,700/deposit. Call 231-250-8200

FOR RENT: 3 bedroom mobile betweenBig Rapids and Reed City. Tenant paysall utilities + lawn care/snow removal.No pets allowed. Security Depositrequired with a 12 month lease. Call231-598-0987

HOUSE FOR RENT,2 bedroom in Evart.$350/month (231)734-3890.

LAKEVIEW 1-BEDROOM APART-

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tri county news shopper, november 22, 2010

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