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Gazette B oy n e C i t y PAGE 11 DAILY NEWS & PHOTOS AT boynegazette.com PG 12 est. 2009 • No. 359 - Vol. 7 - Issue 47 • Seek the Truth, Serve the Citizens • Wednesday July 13, 2016 • $1.00 Did accused sex assault perp get off too light? Editor’s Note: See related guest commentary and an editorial regarding this story on page 2 radley Douglas Kussrow, 20, of Petoskey was sentenced to six months in jail following his guilty plea to attempted unlawful imprisonment by Judge Janet Allen in the Otsego County Circuit Court in Gaylord in recent weeks. Kussrow was originally charged with two counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct, Third Degree and one count of Criminal Sexual Conduct, Fourth Degree, but accepted a plea agreement and entered a guilty plea to the reduced charge on May 5. B see kussrow on page 4 Walloon water scandal update Dennis Hass and Walloon Lake Water System, Inc. paid $30,000 in fines last week to resolve the lawsuit brought dennis hass on behalf of the State of Michigan by Charlevoix County Prosecuting Attorney Allen Telgenhof last October. The suit initially asked the Circuit Court to order Hass and WLWS to pay a total of $25,000 in penalties for their actions in filing a federal lawsuit against five of their customers in violation of an agreement they had signed with me on September 10, 2013. “I am glad we finally have payment from Mr. Hass and WLWS. They paid an amount larger than that we Boyne softball Junior League takes District 8 title T he Boyne junior girls softball team beat Hillman 12-5 on Wednesday July 6, to win their District 8 title. Boyne hosted the pool play and the finals for the junior division. In the District 8 final game, Zoe Harmon got the pitching win. In 4 innings Zoe gave up 5 hits, struck out 4, walked no one and allowed 4 runs. Josee Behling pitched the final 3 innings giving up 2 hits, striking out 2, walking 2 and allowing only 1 additional run. Offensively for Boyne, Katelyn Gabos had 3 singles. Josee Behling had a homerun and a single. Zoe Harmon had a triple and a single. Sydney Bess had a triple and Krystal Grubaugh singled. Boyne was down 4 to 1 in the 3rd inning when Behling hit her 3 run homer over the center field fence to bring the game to a tie! Krystal Grubaugh and Josee Behling each had 3 RBI's for the game. Pictured, in this courtesy photo, (far back) is head coach Shane Mount. In the back row (from left) are Sydney Bess, Leona Follette, Brooklyn Fitzpatrick, Katelyn Gabos, Annabelle Seelye, Jordin Gellis, Josee Behling, Zoe Harmon, Heather McClure, assistant coaches Angie Behling and Jody Cosier; and, in front (from left) are Sophia Morais and Krystal Grubaugh. The team advances to state play on Thursday July 14 in Grand Rapids. Follow us on Twitter @bcgazette for the latest headlines see walloon on page 5 Downtown East Jordan now offers public Wi-Fi The East Jordan Downtown Development Authority (DDA) announced recently that it has has teamed with the City of East Jordan to bring open public Wi-Fi to the Main St. and Memorial Park areas. Any visitor downtown will now be able to access the Wi-Fi network under the label “East Jordan DDA.” see wi-fi on page 4 Another great Boyne Thunder This year’s annual Boyne Thunder event once again saw many fast boats, a town packed with event-goers for all the music, excitement and fun, all to raise much-needed funds for Camp Quality and Challenge Mountain. See more pictures on page 12 and many more at boynegazette.com PHOTOS BY CHRIS FAULKNOR Hayes Twnp. candidate forum July 18 T here will be a candidate forum at 7 p.m. on Monday July 18 at the Hayes Township Hall, located at 9195 Old US 31 North, Charlevoix. The candidate forum is co-hosted by Sam Williamson and Tom Darnton, Hayes Township residents. Williamson is an Emeritus Professor of Economics at Miami University in Athens, Ohio and past president of the Lake Charlevoix Association. Darnton is a realtor in Charlevoix and a retired civil law attorney. The forum will be moderated by Scott Smith, an Emmet County Resort Township resident and independent candidate for Emmet County Commissioner. Smith’s work background includes work with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) designing and manag- ing programs in Latin America and Africa. He is a volunteer and board member of the Walloon Lake Trust and Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council. Smith’s family has had a summer home on Walloon Lake since 1896. All candidates who are running in contested races for Hayes Township Board positions were invited to participate. Candidates are Warren Nugent and Ron Vanzee for Township Supervisor. There are seven candidates running for two trustee positions: Matt Cunningham, Paul Hoadley, Bob Jess, Doug Kuebler, Jim Rudolph, Jerry Simpson, and Dave Zipp. Candidates will be asked to give a short statement on why they are running for office. Written questions will be selected from those submitted on cards from audience members. “Rock & Roll Realtor” Mark D. Kowalske (231) 675-3721 • markkowalske.com BOYNEGAZETTE.COM Give us a call at (231) 582-2799 Page 2 • Boyne City Gazette • July 13, 2016 —opinions— GUEST COMMENTARY We can do more to educate about sexual conduct, consent By Allen Telgenhof Cvx County Prosecutor This piece originally appeared on Telgenhof’s personal website on July 7 Recently, a case in a neighboring county where I was appointed special prosecutor was in the news and I was criticized by some who received their information from the internet and social media. The young woman who was assaulted, and her family, stopped in just yesterday to again thank me and my office for all we did in the case to support her. But, I understand the criticism. We have a culture that is too accepting of sexual assault and shows a “boys will be boys” attitude. That’s not what I believe happened in my case, nor does the victim, but I’m glad that people are at least paying attention. In the threeand-a-half years that I have been p r o s e c u t o r, we’ve talked allen telgenhof to over 700 students in the county about sexual assault and consent. Through a grant obtained by our victim advocate Libby Mikulski, we purchased the rights to the acclaimed film The Hunting Ground and hosted a free community screening. Next year, we hope to have all high schools in Charlevoix County show the high school version of The Hunting Ground not just so our students can be educated about sexual assault, but so that we can get them talking about it—and how to stop it. The Petoskey News-Review published an editorial that points out that I did not seek the maximum penalty for the young man in the case described above. As I told the PNR, that is fair for people to question. I know all the facts of the case and, the victim, her family and I am content with what happened—not happy—there is nothing we can do to take away what happened to her. Most of all, I’m happy that the PNR is talking about the problem of sexual assault. And, if I have to take a few lumps to make that happen, so be it. Are a few strong words enough justice? g Benjamin J. Gohs, Editor editor@boynegazette.com Every time one of these types of crimes happens, I’m told by some law enforcement officials and citizens, a few fellow journalists and even my own wife that to tell this story—to tell the truth—will cause the victim more grief. Some say telling this story will make it tough for the perpetrator to find a job and live going forward. So, we don’t say much about the story. We hide the victim’s name. We are urged by the perpetrator’s family not to brand their son a criminal. The courts offer lesser charges and plea deals to avoid a trial. Then, the person who caused all this pain and sorrow, well, he gets away ... because he’s a good boy, with a bright future, from a fine family; he has so much potential, and he’s very sorry. It was all just a big misunderstanding, you see. But, imagine your own 18-year-old daughter has too much to drink at a house party. Then, she falls asleep in one of the bedrooms. She awakens to a man with no pants on, kissing and groping her, and worse. She repeatedly says “Wait,” “No,” and “Stop” but he continues. The man doesn't end his assault until the homeowner, sensing something is wrong, breaks into the locked room. This is alleged to have happened on Dec. 14, 2015, in Otsego Lake Township. The case was farmed out to Charlevoix County Prosecutor Allen Telgenhof due to the potential for conflict of interest since the alleged perpetrator’s father is a retired Gaylord city policeman. The accused? One 20-year-old Bradley Douglas Kussrow, of Petoskey. Kussrow had initially been charged with two counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct and one count of fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct in the case. “Kussrow admitted under oath that he had found the victim—who he admitted was highly intoxicated— lying in a bedroom in the home, that he closed and locked the door and that he kissed her, groped her and digitally penetrated her,” it states in a June 9 press release from Telgenhof's office. “He told police that he believed that since the victim was not saying 'no' that she was 'okay' with what he was doing.” Kussrow was given a plea deal and found guilty of attempted unlawful imprisonment, which carries a sentence of six months in jail and three months on probation. The plea agreement was entered into, Telgenhof said, because: 1. It spared the victim having to testify at prelim’ examination and trial. 2. It provides guaranteed conviction and consequence for the defendant. 3. It had the support of the victim and family. 4. It will not subject the defendant to lifetime registration and a felony. It’s that last part that so concerns me: “[I]t will not subject the defendant (that's Kussrow) to lifetime registration and a felony conviction that can never come off his record.” According to Telgenhof's release, during her sentencing of Kussrow, 46th Circuit Judge Janet Allen said, “You found a woman who had been falling down drunk laying in a bed, closed the door, locked it, took your pants down, took her pants down and started doing sexual things to her; that’s not how it is supposed to work. That was your fatal mistake. How did you figure that was okay? You can’t grope … women until they say ‘no’ … that’s not how this works.” Telgenhof said there are no winners in this case. “This young woman is affected forever by what happened to her that night at the hands of someone she had known for years and trusted,” Telgenhof stated. If the woman has to carry that burden for the rest of her life, then why doesn't that man? Telgenhof continued, “Hopefully this young man understands the pain that he has caused after hearing from her (victim's) father who read her statement in court today.” Should rape be a learning experience? If so, what did he learn? Maybe he learned that it's kind of a big deal to sexually assault someone ... but, not that big of a deal. “I tried to be fair and offer him (Kussrow) something that wouldn't ruin his life,” Telgenhof told the Petoskey News-Review in a June 13 story by Jordan Spence. Well, it’s good to see that at least one of the people involved didn’t get their life ruined. Telgenhof also told the News-Review that part of his job is to think of what is fair to the criminal. “I had a problem with that he would be labeled a ‘sex offender’ the rest of his life,” he was quoted as saying in the News-Review. “Hopefully she (victim) continues to recover. We’re hoping he gets past this and learns.” It’ll be a lot easier for Bradley Douglas Kussrow to get past this now that his record only shows a charge for attempted unlawful imprisonment. Heck, that doesn’t sound so bad. Maybe he just locked a friend in a room as a joke and they took it the wrong way. Yeah, that’s the ticket! No one will ever be the wiser. Telgenhof said he was “very happy” with what the judge had to say, adding, “Those words are powerful.” Did Bradley Douglas Kussrow get off light because his father was a cop? Did Bradley Douglas Kussrow get off easy because the prosecutor doesn't take rape cases seriously enough? No. This isn’t an Allen Telgenhof problem. This is an American rape culture problem. This is a side-effect of a society that views women as trophies, playthings—as a lower class. Bradley Douglas Kussrow won this case because America has a soft spot for sexual predators, as is evidenced by a dismal record when it comes to getting justice for victims. Ultimately, Telgenhof's press release is filled with strong words about how women should be free to drink with their friends without fear of rape. He also has strong words about the necessity of consent prior to sexual activity. “We will keep going to the schools and talking about it, hosting events like “The Hunting Ground” showing (documentary about rape) we had in Charlevoix,” Telgenhof stated. Who knows, maybe I’m overreacting. Perhaps the punishment in these types of cases fit the crimes better than I think they do. I’ll leave it to the victims to decide whether strong words are enough. Petoskey News-Review quotes used with permission. Read the PNR’s editorial at petoskeynews.com. CORRECTION In a photo appearing on page 12 of the Wednesday July 6 edition of the Boyne City Gazette, soap box derby driver Erin Smith was incorrectly identified as “Aaron” Smith. Erin was the only girl to compete in the master division. She came in at third place. QUOTE OF THE WEEK “Respect yourself if you would have others respect you.” —baltasar gracian www.boynegazette.com www.boynegazette.com District Court The following cases were recently heard in Charlevoix’s 90th District Court: • Jordan Reese McCaig, 23 of East Jordan, impaired driving. To serve 93 days in jail with credit for one day served, three days community service work in lieu of jail time, 89 days held in abeyance. To be placed on probation for six months, submit to PBT/drug testing as required, not to consume or possess alcohol or controlled substances. To pay $725 in fines and costs. • Edward Phillip Lee, 36 of East Jordan, operating while intoxicated, second offense. To serve 365 days in jail with credit for one day served, 30 days community service work in lieu of jail time, 334 days held in abeyance. To be placed on probation for two years, submit to PBT/drug testing as required, not to consume or possess alcohol or controlled substances. To pay $1,375 in fines and costs. • Bradley Lynn Scott, 52 of Central Lake, larceny ($200-$1,000). To serve 365 days in jail with credit for one day served, five days community service work in lieu of jail time, 359 days held in abeyance. To pay $200 in fines and costs, $7,964.34 in restitution. • Kelly Denise McLean-Haywood, 51 of Boyne City, impaired driving. To serve 93 days in jail with credit for one day served, three days community service July 13, 2016 • Boyne City Gazette • Page 3 —the law— work in lieu of jail time, 89 days held in abeyance. To be placed on probation for six months, submit to PBT/drug testing as required, not to consume or possess alcohol or controlled substances. To pay $725 in fines and costs. • Paul Joseph Wicker, 41 of Boyne City, attempted killing/torturing of an animal. To serve 270 days in jail with credit for two days served with three months credit upon completion of Thinking Matters program. To pay $1,005 in fines and costs. Divorce The following people were recently granted a divorce in • Eric Charles Moran, 19 of Charlevoix, retail fraud, third degree. Charlevoix County: To serve 93 days in jail with credit for 57 days served, 36 days held in abeyance. To be placed on probation for six months, submit to PBT/drug testing as required, not to consume or possess alcohol or controlled substances. To pay $200 in fines and costs, $14.78 in restitution. • Kelly Michael Bales, 49 of Charlevoix, operating while intoxicated, second offense. To serve 365 days in jail with credit for two days served, 30 community service work in lieu of jail time, 333 days held in abeyance. To be placed on probation for two years, submit to PBT/drug testing as required, not to consume or possess alcohol or controlled substances. To pay $1,375 in fines and costs. Circuit Court The following cases were recently heard in Charlevoix’s 33rd Circuit Court: • Trevor James Blackwell, 24 of Ellsworth, possession of marijuana, delivery/manufacture of marijuana. To serve 365 days in jail with credit for nine days served, 12 months probation. To pay $1,168 in fines and costs. Heidi White vs. Michael White Rachel Evans vs. Steven Scott April Howard vs. Scott Howard Heather Filotei vs. James Filotei Linda Burtt vs. Robert Burtt DOING BUSINESS AS The following businesses have filed an assumed name in Charlevoix County: Northern Exposure Charters by Lynn A Walsh at 1012 Marina Bluff Drive in Charlevoix Committee to Elect Charles Vondra Sheriff by Charles Vondra at 1126 Nordic Drive in Boyne City Sturgeon Valley Electric by Kenneth Hitchcock at 11521 Huffman Lake Road in Vanderbilt Blue Smoke by Adam and Jill Kline at 11980 Shaw Road in Charlevoix Committee to Elect Timothy Kochanny by Karen and Timothy Kochanny at 9185 North Pointe Woods in Charlevoix Sherlock Homes Con. By Darwyn Sherlock at 02075 Black Road in Charlevoix Marriage Licenses The following people applied for marriage licenses with the Charlevoix County Clerk’s Office: Melvin Lee Kiogima II, 38 of Traverse City and Regina Marie Everett, 38 of East Jordan Phillip Gordan McPherson, 36 and Debra Johanne Hoeksema, 34, both of Charlevoix Jeffrey John Anthony, 33 of Boyne City and Kristan Marie Cotton, 31 of Traverse City Motorcycle crash July 4 On July 4, 2016 at approximately 13:31 hours the Charlevoix County Sheriff’s Office and the East Jordan EMS were dispatched to Advance Road near Cummings Road in Eveline Township for a motorcycle personal injury accident. The investigation revealed Travis Fante, age 21 from Grand Rapids, and was traveling Northbound on Advance Road when he failed to negotiate the curve at Cummings Road. The motorcycle, a 2006 Kawasaki, went off the roadway to the right, throwing Fante and his 12 year old passenger off the bike into the ditch. Fante received serious injuries and was North Flighted to Munson Hospital in Traverse City and then on to a hospital in Grand Rapids. The passenger received minor injuries and was transported to McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital. Both occupants were wearing helmets and alcohol is not believed to be a factor in this accident. Charlevoix COUNTY SEVEN-DAY WEATHER FORECAST WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY July 13 Partly Cloudy HIGH/LOW 91°/65° July 14 PM Showers HIGH/LOW 76°/56° July 15 Partly Cloudy HIGH/LOW 79°/56° July 16 Mostly Sunny HIGH/LOW 84°/60° July 17 AM Showers HIGH/LOW 85°/63° July 18 Partly Cloudy HIGH/LOW 90°/65° July 19 Partly Cloudy HIGH/LOW 83°/60° —ALL PUZZLE SOLUTIONS ARE ON PAGE 10— Boyne City Gazette PRINT & DIGITAL www.boynegazette.com PUBLISHER, AD SALES & CIRCULATION Chris Faulknor Chris@boynegazette.com (231) 582-2799 EXT 1 EDITOR, DESIGN & HEAD WRITER Benjamin J. Gohs Editor@boynegazette.com (231) 582-2799 EXT 2 CONTRIBUTOR Beth Gohs bethanygohs@gmail.com SUBMISSIONS E-mail your pictures, columns, letters to the editor and news tips to editor@boynegazette.com PUBLISHING INFO The Boyne City Gazette (USPS #2825) is published weekly on Wednesday by Paine Press, LLC. The primary office of publication is located at 5 West Main St. (Ste. #7) Boyne City, MI 49712. SUBSCRIPTIONS Cost $52.50 per year, or $28.25 for six months. Periodical postage is paid in Boyne City, MI. POSTMASTER Send address changes to The Boyne City Gazette: 5 West Main St. (Ste. #7) Boyne City, MI 49712 Page 4 • Boyne City Gazette • July 13, 2016 www.boynegazette.com —top stories— committee, no further action at this time. Senate Bill 634: Exempt police body camera recordings from disclosure Introduced by Sen. Rick Jones (R), to exempt police body camera recordings from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act. Note: House Bill 4229 would mandate these cameras for Michigan police. Referred to committee, no further action at this time. T he House and Senate are on a summer and primary election season break. Therefore, this report contains several recently introduced bills of interest. Note: There will be no Roll Roll Report on July 8. The next report will be July 15. Senate Bill 563: Ban “sky lanterns” Introduced by Sen. Dale W. Zorn (R), to ban the use or sale of “sky lanterns,” which are miniature, candle-fired hot air balloons made of paper and sold as a novelty item. Referred to committee, no further action at this time. Senate Bill 574: Mandate specified nurse-patient ratios Introduced by Sen. Rebekah Warren (D), to mandate that hospitals maintain detailed staff-to-patient ratios specified in the bill. Referred to committee, kussrow From Page 1 Charlevoix County Prosecuting Attorney Allen Telgenhof was appointed special prosecutor on the matter by the Attorney General’s Office due to a conflict of interest. The charges arose from a Dec. 14, 2015 party in Otsego Lake Township attended by eight teenagers, including the victim and defendant. Kussrow admitted under oath that he had found the victim (who he admitted was highly intoxicated) lying in a bedroom in the home, that he closed and locked the door and that he kissed her, groped her no further action at this time. Senate Bill 584: Let assisted living facilities sell drinks to residents Introduced by Sen. Peter MacGregor (R), to allow up to 20 “homes for the aged” (assisted living facilities for seniors) around the state to get a liquor license that lets them sell drinks to residents and “bona fide guests.” Referred to committee, no further action at this time. Senate Bill 611: Repeal 2006 “stand your ground” law Introduced by Sen. Rebekah Warren (D), to repeal the 2006 law signed into law by Gov. Jennifer Granholm establishing a “home is my castle” and “stand your ground” self defense doctrine, under which an individual need not first flee from a threatening attacker before resorting to deadly force. Referred to and digitally penetrated her. He told police that he believed that since the victim was not saying “no” that she was “okay” with what he was doing. Telgenhof said that the plea agreement was entered into because it spared the victim from having to testify at preliminary examination and trial, because it provides a guaranteed conviction and consequence for the defendant, because it had the support of the victim and family and because unlike a criminal sexual conduct conviction, it will not subject the defendant to lifetime registration and a felony conviction that can never come off his record. “There are no winners in this House Bill 5101: Assert “right” to drinking water I Introduced by Rep. Julie Plawecki (D), to assert in statute that each person has a right to “safe, clean, affordable, and accessible water” for cleaning, cooking and drinking. The bill does not specify upon whom would fall the duty to pay the water bills of a person can’t or won’t do so. Referred to committee, no further action at this time. House Bill 5103: Prohibit and define “aggressive solicitation” (begging) Introduced by Rep. Michael McCready (R), to prohibit various actions and behaviors by people who are begging for money or other things of value, as specified in the bill, subject to a $100 civil fine. This would replace the current criminal sanctions, which House Bill 5104 would repeal. Referred to committee, no further action at this time. wi-fi House Bill 5114: Make election days a government holiday Introduced by Rep. Adam Zemke (D), to establish that the three regular state dates for all elections in May, August, and November are state holidays, which among other things would probably result in most government employees getting the day off. Referred to committee, no further action at this time. From Page 1 The DDA was able to work with Aspen Wireless to establish an infrastructure of Wi-Fi antennas between City Hall, the Police Station, and Main Street Center. The network currently covers 7 blocks of Main and Spring Streets and can be expanded as the service grows. The City of East Jordan will be installing a Merit Fiber line to City Hall at the end of the summer allowing for higher speed access and potential for growth. Merit is a non-profit broadband provider that works with other non-profits such as educational institutions, libraries, health care, and governments. With the installation of the Merit line, service will be able to be extended through the marina and over to Tourist Park as well. This infrastructure will allow East Jordan to create a new digital public space and offer more incentive to entice businesses and people into town. According to the MEDC “Thriving places help define a community’s economic vitality.” By focusing on such community space projects we are able to grow our town and prosper into the future. The DDA meets monthly on the first Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the East Jordan City Hall at 201 Main St., East Jordan. House Bill 5154: Require schools provide suicide warning sign training Introduced by Rep. Peter Lucido (R), to require that public schools provide student instruction and staff training in warning signs for suicide and depression. Referred to committee, no further action at this time. House Bill 5160: Require high schools to provide CPR and defibrillation classes Introduced by Rep. Thomas Hooker (R), to mandate that public and private middle and high schools provide instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and awareness of automated external defibrillation, and prohibit a student from graduating unless he or she has successfully completed this instruction. Reported from committee, pending before the full House. Courtesy MichiganVotes.org Y = Yes, N = No, X = Not Voting case,” Telgenhof said. “This young woman is affected forever by what happened to her that night – at the hands of someone she had known for years and trusted. Hopefully this young man understands the pain that he has caused after hearing from her father who read her statement in court today.” The defense had requested that Kussrow serve no jail time and that he receive Holmes Youthful Trainee status which would have allowed the conviction to automatically come off his record a few years down the road. At the prosecution’s urging, Judge Allen denied both requests. In sentencing the Defendant, Judge Allen stated, “You found a woman who had been falling down drunk laying in a bed, closed the door, locked it, took your pants down, took her pants down and started doing sexual things to her, that’s not how it is supposed to work. That was your fatal mistake. How did you figure that was okay?…You can’t grope…women until they say no…that’s not how this works.” “I was very happy with what the judge had to say,” Telgenhof said. “Those words are powerful. She also said that we need to send a message that this behavior has to be deterred. Hopefully we continue to get that word out there. The Stanford rape case has shone a spotlight on this and we need to keep talking about it,” Telgenhof continued. “A woman should be free to have a drink with her friends without the fear of being assaulted or being accused of ‘wanting it.’ Consent isn’t a difficult thing to see. We will keep going to the schools and talking about it, hosting events like The Hunting Ground showing we had in Charlevoix. Things need to change; Judge Allen is exactly right.” Kussrow also received three years of probation including counseling and treatment as recommended and is to refrain from the use of alcohol and controlled substances while on probation. ~Boyne City Farmers Market~ May through October Every Wed. & Sat. – 8am-noon until Labor Day then 9am – Noon in Veteran’s Park on Lake Street through October. 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Call Chris at 582-2799 to get in next week’s paper www.boynegazette.com July 13, 2016 • Boyne City Gazette • Page 5 —top stories— walloon originally sought, without the risk of appeal or collection,” Telgenhof said. “I am confident we would have prevailed on appeal but this gives us certainty which is worth a good deal of money. More importantly, I hope that a $30,000 penalty is enough to convince the defendants not to violate our agreement in the future.” On Dec. 29, 2015, Judge Roy C. Hayes III granted Telgenhof’s mo- tion for summary disposition and his motion to amend the complaint, increasing the amount requested. The judge ordered Hass and WLWS to each pay $25,000 for a total of $50,000. The defendants filed post-judgment motions in Circuit Court, the last of which was denied on June 29, 2016. The defendants filed a claim of appeal in the Michigan Court of Appeals, however, the agreement will result in the dismissal of their appeal in exchange for the reduced payment amount. MONDAY JUNE 20, 2016 0035 Assisted Sheriff Dept, Fire Dept and EMS with PIA at Deer Lake and Crozier Rd. 1001 Assist EMS in the 800 block of S Park. 1349 Report of two kids in distress in the water at the river mouth. Located and pulled them out. 1402 Assisted EJ PD with a larceny complaint. 1426 Citation for speed, Pleasant Valley near Davis 1430 Report of suspicious activity at the Rotary Park ball fields. 1511 Assist EMS on Brockway St 1537 Assist EMS in the 600 block of Hannah St 1735 Civil standby on Hawkridge. 2217 Assist Sheriff Dept 500 block N Lake St Tuesday, June 21, 2016 0331 Assist EMS in the Industrial Park 0709 Threatening letter received on Vogel St. 1048 Assist EMS in the 500 block of S Park. 1103 Assist EMS in the 300 block of E Division St 1140 vehicle unlock in the 800 block of E Main 1227 Signed off window tint ticket at PD 1345 Damaged mailboxes in the 800 block of E Division. 1551 Vehicle broken down in intersection of Vogel and Lake 1608 Vehicle unlock in front of Boyne Rehab 1615 Fraud complaint in the 500 block of N lake St. 1823 Report of juvenile out of control from the 400 block of State St. Juvenile fine. Caller intoxicated. 1845 Barking dog in the 300 block of Silver St 1911 Private property damage accident at the Rotary Park. 2000 Report of kids skateboarding on N. East everyday. They go down the hill to Vogel and blow through the intersection. 2200 Assist EMS in the 700 block of Vogel St. 2217 Report of a suspicious subject in the alley near the river walk Wednesday, June 22, 2016 0919 Report of found license plate in the 800 block of S Park St 1119 Civil complaint in the 400 block of Harris St 1258 ATL in the 500 block of N Lake St 1435 Report of 3 juveniles smashing glass bottle on sidewalk behind City Park Grill. 1511 Driving complaint, 300 block of Park St. 1536 Report of juvenile receiving graphic texts in the 500 block of N Lake St. 1642 Citizen Assist in the 400 block of State St. 1712 Civil complaint in the 1300 block Boyne Av 2000 Found air compressor turned into PD. 2120 Suspicious situation in the 400 block of N Lake St. 2142 Threats complaint from M-75 S 2343 Report of lost iPad and sunglasses in Old City Park. Found both in the gazebo. 2354 Noise complaint in the area of Marshall Rd and Lacvue THURSDAY JUNE 23, 2016 0024 Suspicious situation in the 1000 block of S. Lake St. 0245 Assist Sheriff Dept with a reported OWI driver on Boyne City Rd. 1220 H&R accident in the North Boat Launch 1338 Assist EMS in the 600 block of State St 1606 Found Wallet and keys at Avalanche. Later returned to owner. 1718 Panic alarm in the 100 block of E Water St 1718 Unlock in the 100 block of S Lake St 1758 Subject at PD to report harassment. 1914 Tire in roadway on Groveland by Lake 2249 Request for welfare check in the area of Lake and River FRIDAY JUNE 24, 2016 0638 Arrested subject on warrant in the Industrial Park. 0830 Driving complaint on State St 0912 Vehicle unlock in the 300 block of N Lake St 1014 Harassment complaint reported from the 300 block of Silver St 1140 Report of lost set of keys downtown. 1210 Subject at PD to report harassment complaint on Silver St 1314 Property damage accident at Marshall and Lac Vue. Semi took down cable lines and power pole 1329 Report of stolen wallet from the 300 block of S Lake St 1612 Road hazard on Water St in near Park. 1649 Private property damage accident in the 1100 block of Boyne Av 1711 Report of an intoxicated subject in the parking lot at Avalanche 1756 Barking dog complaint in the 400 block of N Park St. 1826 Picked up a found chain saw at the boat launch. 1910 Report of a dirt bike riding on the trails at Avalanche. 2008 Alarm in the 300 block of E Division. 2046 Flagged down by subject on Boyne CityCharlevoix Rd. From Page 1 New BCPS super encourages those interested to run for school board T he deadline is fast approaching for you to run for the Board of Education for Boyne City Public Schools. Boyne City Public Schools consists of seven School Board members elected to serve six year terms. This year's elections will be held on November 8, 2016 and we have three seats up for election. We have a rare occurrence that two (2) of the seats will be for six (6) year terms and one seat will be for a two (2) year term. When you place your petition you need to specify which term you are applying for (2 or 6 year term). A school board member must be, on the date of the election, an U.S. citizen; at least 18 years of age; a resident of Michigan for at least 30 days; a resident of the school district on or before the 30th day prior to the date of the election and a registered voter in the school district where he or she is a candidate. Candidates have the option of paying a nonrefundable filing fee of $100 to the school district filing official instead of filing a nominating petition. If so chosen, prospective candidates may begin to circulate nominating petitions for signatures 180 days prior to the date of filing. Nominating petitions then must be filed no later than July 26. Petitions are located at the Charlevoix County Clerk's office. A candidate for election to a local school board must file two copies of an Affidavit of Identity. The affidavit must be a written document, signed and sworn before a person having authority to administer an oath, such as a notary public. The affidavit must then be filed together with the candidate's filing fee or nominating petitions at the same office where the fee or nominating petitions are filed. July 26 Deadline for the November 2016 Board Member Election: November 2016 Board Election Lisa Schrock, Billie Reinhardt and Robert South Board seats are all expiring this year There will be two (2) - 6 year terms and one (1) - 2 year term that will be available Whoever is elected to the two (2) year term will take office as soon as the election results are certified in November, instead of waiting until January 1 ( this was Ed's Vondra's position that was appointed not elected). When you place your petition you need to specify which term you are applying for (2 or 6 year term). Petitions are located at the Charlevoix County Clerk's office. If you are considering to become a Board member and would like more information, please contact Boyne City Public Schools Superintendent Patrick Little for more information at (231) 439-8190. PICTURED: Boyne City Public Schools Superintendent Patrick Little (above) is pictured on his first day of school last week. Little hopes anyone interested in running for a school board seat will do so. Page 6 • Boyne City Gazette • July 13, 2016 www.boynegazette.com —Faith & Memorial— Worship & Faith Opportunities Community of Christ 777 Vogel St., Boyne City, 582-5803; Church School-10 a.m.; Morning worship-11 a.m.; Wed. evening worship-7 p.m.; Computer Lab open to the public; Mon-Tues-Wed. 4 to 5:30 p.m., Fri. 6-8 p.m.; Pastor: Eleanor West; Asst Pastor: Ron Fuller LifeTree Café explores child sex slavery ... here in America A merica’s growing child sex slavery problem will be explored at Lifetree Café on Sunday July 17. The program, titled “Child Sex Slaves: America’s Disturbing Secret,” features a filmed interview Pat McCalla, associate director of the documentary Branded, a film educating viewers about child exploitation in North America. “Child sex slavery has always been around, but it’s really exploding in our country right now,” Mc- Original Designs Custom Homes Remodeling Calla says. “The average age of these children is 13 years old. That’s the average, which means there are kids who are even younger.” During the program, participants will learn how the growing child sex industry seduces children into the sex trade ... the devastating results ... and how to encourage children to stay safe. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Lifetree Café is located 401 South Park St., Boyne City. Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Julie Hasse at 231-5827983 or Lifetree@fpboyne.org. Vision • Creativity • Craftsmanship Todd Wright (231) 582-5050 (231) 575-5071 Church of the Nazarene 225 W. Morgan St. Boyne City; Sunday School-10 a.m.; Morning worship-11 a.m.;Sunday Evening-6 p.m.; Wed. evening-7 p.m.; Pastor: Chuck Fowler-582-9611 Christ Lutheran Church 1250 Boyne Ave., Boyne City; Sunday School-9:15 a.m.; Sunday Worship-8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Pastor Peter Elliot-582-9301; Parsonage-459-4248. For transportation assistance, call (231) 675-7652 EJ Community Church Pastor Jason Richey; Sunday services are 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Nursery and Preschool care is available at both services. Children K-5 classes are available during both services. Youth classes are second service only. For questions concerning the EJ Campus, call 536-2299 or Walloon Campus 535-2288 Episcopal Church of Nativity Nativity is located at 209 Main Street, Boyne City. Call 582-5045 or visit episcopalboyne.com for more information. BC Free Methodist Church 839 State St. Boyne City; Sundays 10am Sunday School, 11am Morning Worship, 5pm Youth Group; Wednes- days - 6:30pm Adult Bible Study - Rev. 549-2350 or 582-7718, Jason Reynolds, Pastor- 582-6843 www.jamcc.org St. Matthew - 1303 Boyne Ave. First Baptist Church Boyne City 875 State St. Boyne City, 582-9561 Sat. Mass - 5:00 p.m. Sunday School-10 a.m.; Morning Wor- Sun. Mass - 11:00 a.m. ship-11 a.m.; Evening Worship-6 p.m.; 582-7718; www.jamcc.org Wednesday Evening-7 p.m.; 582-6633 Trinity Fellowship First Presbyterian 401 State St., Boyne City First Presbyterian Church at 401 S. Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Park St., Boyne City invites you to Sunday Worship - 10:30 a.m. share worship with us each Sunday Wed. Worship - 7:00 p.m. at 10 a.m. Worship is led by Rev. Dr. Pastor: Paul Wise - 582-2551 Elizabeth Broschart followed by coffee and fellowship. Communion is celunited methodist churches ebrated the first Sunday of the month. • Boyne City UMC An infant/toddler room is available. 324 South Park St., Boyne City More information at 582-7983. 10 am Sunday services • Boyne Falls UMC Genesis Church 3057 Mill Street, Boyne Falls Genesis Boyne meets Sunday in the 8:45 am Sunday services Boyne City High School at 10 a.m. • Horton Bay UMC Genesis Petoskey meets in Petoskey 4961 Boyne City Road, Boyne City High School at 9:30 a.m. Life groups 11 am Sunday services - Pastor of are open to all community mem- all three is Rev. Eun “Cloud” Sik Poy. bers to help with a specific need and Office Hours 8 am - 3 pm Tuesday, include Financial Peace University, Wednesday and Thursday - Phone Step-up Addictions Recovery, Divorce 582-9776 Care, and Choosing Wisely before you Walloon lake Community Divorce. More information at info@ genesiswired.com, 487-0081, or gen- Pastor Jeff Ellis; Sunday service times are 9 and 10:45 a.m.; Infant and todesiswired.com dler care is provided at both services. Children and Adult classes are availSeventh Day Adventist 228 E. Cedar St., Boyne City, 582-0089; able during both services. The church office hours are 9 a.m. to Pastor: E.J. Wolf 5 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, Boyne Valley Catholic Comm. and Friday. On Thursday, it is open St. Augustine - 2347 Grove St. Boyne from 9 a.m. to noon More info at 535-2288 or find them Falls online at www.walloonchurch.com. Mass - 9:00 a.m. Sunday www.boynegazette.com July 13, 2016 • Boyne City Gazette • Page 7 —business & classified— Act today to avoid financial regrets tomorrow regrets, according to a recent survey by Bankrate.com, along with some suggestions for avoiding them: “Regrets? I’ve had a few.” —Frank Sinatra. M r. Sinatra, one of the most famous entertainers of the 20th century, did things his way, but he was also familiar with remorse. He’s not alone, of course. We all deal with regrets – and financial ones are among the most troublesome. Here are the leading financial NOW HIRING part-time bus drivers Charlevoix County Transit is accepting applications for part-time bus driver positions. Qualified applicants will minimally possess a Michigan Chauffer’s License and need to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement within 120 days of employment. All drivers must meet all bus driver certifications and licensing requirements and must comply with Federal DOT drug/alcohol testing requirements as well as meeting State/Local physical exam requirements. Applicants willing to obtain appropriate licensing will also be considered. • Not saving for retirement early enough This was the top regret expressed by survey respondents. Saving and investing early for retirement offers you two key benefits. First, the more time you give growth-oriented investments, the greater their growth potential. And second, by saving and investing for retirement early in your career, you will likely need to put away less money each year than you would if you waited until, say, your 40s or 50s. So, if you aren’t already doing so, contribute as much as you can afford to your IRA and your 401(k) or similar employer-sponsored plan. And increase your contributions every time your salary rises. • Not saving enough for emergency expenses You can’t plan for all expenses. Your furnace might die, your car may need a major Currently hiring part time drivers for Monday - Saturday afternoon and evening shifts. Applications are available at the Charlevoix County Transit office, 1050 Brockway, Boyne City or on the Charlevoix County website at www.charlevoixcounty. org. CCT is an equal opportunity employer. Membership Services Coord. The Bay View Association, a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, is seeking a customer-service oriented Membership Services Coordinator. This individual will join our yearround team, helping to accomplish BVA’s mission. The Membership Services Coordinator is responsible for a wide variety of tasks relating to office management as well as written and verbal communications with members, committees, our Board, and the general public. The salary range is: $35,000 $40,000 per year with a compre- repair, you may incur a sizable doctor’s bill, the list goes on and on. If you don’t have the money available to meet these costs, you might be forced to dip into your long-term investments. That’s why it’s important to maintain an emergency fund, containing three to six months’ worth of living expenses, in a liquid, low-risk account. • Taking on too much credit card debt If you don’t overuse your credit cards, they can be handy and helpful, in many ways. Try to keep a lid on your credit card debt, keeping in mind that your debt payments reduce the amount of money you have available to invest for your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement. away for your children’s college educations. However, if you can afford to save for college, try to do so in as advantageous a manner as possible. • Not saving enough for children’s education This may be perhaps the most difficult regret to address – after all, it’s not easy to save for your own retirement and simultaneously put money • Buying a bigger house than you can afford If you tie up too much money in mortgage payments, you will have less to contribute to your various retirement accounts. hensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, a generous retirement plan, paid vacation and personal days, as well as employee discounts on Bay View Association programming. There is opportunity for advancement within our organization. For full job description, go to www. bayviewassociation.org. To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to: hr@bayviewassociation. org; or mail application materials to: P.O. Box 583, Petoskey, MI 49770. Application deadline is: July 8, 2016. No phone calls, please. A beautiful work space with a cozy and relaxed ambiance. Call Mary at 855-999-9287 www.sommersetwellness.com Help Wanted Licensed Nail Tech for new wellness studio in Boyne City at Sommerset Pointe. Ideal location for the right person to build a lucrative business with loyal clientele or for the established nail tech looking for a space to see clients. Generous compensation. And while home equity certainly has some value, it generally does not provide you with the same liquidity – and probably not the same potential for growth and income – as an investment portfolio that’s appropriate for your needs and risk tolerance. 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Those that farm agricultural real property may also qualify if the gross receipts of the farming operation are not less than the household income of the owner. More information and deferment applications may be obtained from the following Treasurers: Stephen Ritter Bay Township 231-582-3594 Shelley Burr Melrose Township 231-535-2589 Marie Kelenske Boyne Valley Township 231-549-3130 Lynn Smolenyak Norwood Township 231-547-4037 Page 7 • Boyne Cityissued Gazette on:• July 13, 2016 Kathrin Austin Chandler Township 231-549-2672 Larry Kubic Peaine Township 231-448-2907 Theda Williams Charlevoix Township 231-547-4611 James Wojan St. James Township 231-448-2455 Jodi Adams Evangeline Township 231-582-9161 JoAnne Thomas South Arm Township 231-536-2971 Ron Chapmen Eveline Township 231-547-6724 Kerri Reinhardt Wilson Township 231-582-9963 Robbin Kraft Hayes Township 231-547-0234 Cindy Grice City of Boyne City 231-582-6597 Linda Reynolds Hudson Township 231-549-2646 Kelly McGinn City of Charlevoix 231-547-3261 Mike Jarema Marion Township 231-547-2488 Heather Jackson City of East Jordan 231-536-3381 E-MAIL YOUR PUBLIC NOTICES TO EDITOR@BOYNEGAZETTE.COM Page 8 • Boyne City Gazette • July 13, 2016 Health www.boynegazette.com & Wellness Get the facts on prenatal nutrients (BPT) - Although having a baby is one of the most significant events a woman may experience, nearly half of the babies delivered in the U.S. each year are the result of unplanned pregnancies. That means many babies are born to women who did not engage in pre-pregnancy planning or discussions with their health care providers. Even among planned pregnancies, women may often not find out they are pregnant until they are about four to six weeks along. "There are several important steps that women can take before becoming pregnant to help reduce the risks of pregnancy complications and birth defects," says Mark de Fazio, M.D., FACOG, de Fazio Obstetrics & Gynecology, Brooklyn, New York. However, many women don't realize they are pregnant until it is too late to reduce these risks, particularly among women with increased risk factors including diabetes, malabsorption syndromes or a family history of birth defects. Women of child-bearing age should speak to their health care providers about pregnancy plans and about what they should do before becoming pregnant to address their specific risk factors. Significant cell, organ growth and development occur in the early stages of a pregnancy, especially in the baby's brain and spinal cord. Achieving ideal vitamin and nutrient levels, ensuring adequate intake of folic acid, is important for reducing birth defects. Consequently, women planning to conceive or who may already be in the prenatal period need to understand the importance of proper nutrition in pregnancy and the role that vitamins and supplements can play in helping them optimize their nutrient levels. The need for various nutrients, including folic acid, iron and calcium, increases throughout the course of a woman's pregnancy and may not be met through a healthy diet alone. In fact, a deficiency in folic acid, the synthetic form of folate and a form of B vitamin that can be found in leafy vegetables and fortified cereals, has been tied to an increased risk of spina bifida, a neural tube defect (NTD), which is a birth defect involving the spinal cord. 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Mteryti can be used 2-3 months prior to conception, throughout pregnancy and during the postnatal period. Mteryti folic 5 and Mteryti are recommended for use under the supervision of a healthcare professional. The Experts Say ... So, what do the experts recommend to all mothers-to-be out there? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that women who take the recommended daily dose of folic acid starting at least one month before conception and during the first trimester of pregnancy can reduce their baby's risk of neural tube defects by 50 to 70 percent. "Even with the most careful planning, a woman may not obtain the vitamins and nutrients needed during a pregnancy simply through diet. To best prepare for a healthy pregnancy, it is advised EYES ON MAIN Buy one pair of 1/2 glasses and get a OFF second pair for half off! SAME-DAY PURCHASES ONLY • SOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY for women to start taking a prenatal multivitamin, containing the recommended folic acid levels, two to three months before getting pregnant to have the necessary reserves for the baby's developmental needs," adds Dr. de Fazio. If you are planning a pregnancy, are pregnant or currently breastfeeding, see a health care provider for an assessment of your overall health and your medical and family history. For more information about Mteryti, Mteryti folic 5 and planning your healthy pregnancy, please visit www.mteryti.com. WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under six. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately. Women who consume healthful diets with adequate folate may reduce their risk of having a child with birth defects of the brain or spinal cord. Public health authorities recommend that women consume 0.4 mg of folic acid daily from fortified foods or dietary supplements, or both, to reduce the risk of neural tube defects. The safe upper limit of daily intake value for folic acid is 1,000 mcg (1 mg). This product exceeds the DV (1,000 mcg) of folic acid. Folate intake should not exceed 250% of the DV (1,000 mcg). However, Mteryti® and Mteryti® folic 5 tablets may be appropriate for some women under a health care professional's supervision. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. FORMERLY GLEN’S MARKETS PHARMACY DRIVE-THRU OR STOP IN! 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Charlevoix Area Hospital is now MUNSON HEALTHCARE Charlevoix Hospital 14700 Lake Shore Dr. | Charlevoix, MI | (231) 547-4024 munsonhealthcare.org/charlevoixhospital LASER FAMILY AND COSMETIC DENTISTRY Melissa S. Makowski, D.D.S. 109 West Hurlbut, Charlevoix • (231) 547-4347 www.charlevoixdentist.com Health www.boynegazette.com July 13, 2016 • Boyne City Gazette • Page 9 & Wellness Busting Acid Reflux Myths (BPT) - Gastroesophageal reflux is a condition that can cause heartburn symptoms. Heartburn is described as a burning sensation felt in the center of the chest, and occurs when acid from the stomach is forced back up into the esophagus. Symptoms of heartburn can last for several hours and often become worse after eating. Frequent heartburn could be a symptom of a more serious condition, such as acid reflux disease, so it's important to know the facts versus the myths. Common Myths about Frequent Acid Reflux: MYTH 1: Acid reflux is always temporary Some people may have occasional heartburn, however, frequent or persistent heartburn may be associated with a more severe problem. If you experience frequent heartburn occurring two or more days per week, sour or bitter taste in the mouth, difficulty swallowing, and chest pain that's not related to the heart, you should have a conversation with your doctor to find out if you may be suffering from a more serious condition, known as acid reflux disease. Commonly referred to as GERD, or Gastroesophageal reflux disease, this disease occurs when the valve between the stomach and the esophagus does not close tightly after food has passed through to the stomach. For people who suffer from heartburn, ignoring the symptoms can lead to damage to the esophageal lining, such as inflammation, ulcers, bleeding, scarring, and in some cases, esophageal cancer, so it is important to talk to your healthcare provider. 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Common symptoms of GERD specific to children include regurgitation, vomiting, abdominal pain, anorexia and feeding refusal. Dysphagia, or difficulty in swallowing, may be symptoms of GERD among the elderly. Parents and caregivers should consult with their doctors to learn about prescription treatment options that are available. For more The Friends The Freedom The Brook information about a treatment option, visit www.TroubleSwallowingPills.com. If you are experiencing frequent acid reflux symptoms, talk to your healthcare provider about what treatment option is best for you. If your doctor prescribes brand name NEXIUM (esomeprazole magnesium) and you would like to receive the brand name, you can request it at the pharmacy or ask your doctor to write "brand medically necessary," "may not substitute," or "dispense as written" on the prescription. Call ahead to your pharmacy if you want to confirm that they have filled your prescription with brand name NEXIUM. 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Elvis tribute concert July 13 Sixty years ago, a young man from Memphis turned the music world upside down with his guitar and melodious voice on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” Teenagers went wild, parents were aghast as he swiveled his hips across the stage. A new era in music became firmly entrenched in American culture and Elvis Presley became the “King of Rock and Roll.” Elvis died at a very young age but his music lives on through generations. At 7 p.m. on Wednesday 13, the Performing Arts Committee of the Charlevoix Circle of Arts will present Jake Slater, Elvis tribute artist, in concert at Castle Farms of Charlevoix. Slater has been an Elvis tribute artist and performed in many venues throughout Michigan, Chicago, Memphis and Las Vegas over the past several years. Slater first became interested in Elvis as a young boy spending time with his grandparents who were Elvis fans. His public appearances performing the music of his idol began in high school and he has been thrilling audiences with his performances ever since. Tickets are $20, and are available at the Charlevoix Circle of Arts, Castle Farms, Elements Gallery, the Charlevoix Chamber of Commerce and at the event. Refreshments will be available. Join us for a wonderful evening and be sure to bring your dancing shoes! All Summer Friday & Saturday Bus Service Charlevoix County Transit will be adding service starting at 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights starting on Boyne Thunder weekend and continuing through the summer. There will be pick-up locations downtown with service throughout Boyne City, including a service perimeter that encompasses Walloon Lake, Young State Park, Advance, Boyne Mountain and Bluegreen. Call (231) 582-6900 to arrange for service. July 13 - Aug. 31 Outdoor Movies Movies in the Park will be held this summer in the Village Green Park in Walloon Lake Village. Movies start 20 minutes after sunset and can be watched from the park’s lawn or from your boat. Tune in your boat radio to listen for sound. For more information call Hotel Walloon at (231) 535-5000. July 13 - Back to the Future July 20 - Frozen July 27 - The Little Rascals August 3 - Pirates of the Caribbean- Curse of the Black Pearl August 10 - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory August 17 - The Wizard of Oz August 24 - Despicable Me August 31 - ET July 13 - Aug. 17 Evenings at the Gazebo July 13 - Horton Creek - Northern Michigan’s favorite bluegrass band July 20 - Rachel B - Soulful pop. Fun, sassy, and July 13 Michigan Road Trip Have you ever thought about hitting the back roads of Michigan this summer? Are you interested in learning about undiscovered destinations throughout our beautiful state? On Wednesday July 13 at 6:30 p.m., the Boyne District Library invites you to join Ron Rademacher as he takes you on a virtual road trip to some of Michigan’s coolest destinations. The 60-minute presentation will describe road trips to unique destinations including historic sites, natural wonders and unusual festivals. This program is free and open to the public. More info at boynelibrary.org or call 582-7861. July 13 Kayaking event Wednesday July 13 from 5:45 to 8 p.m. Hayes Township Park Camp-Sea-Gull Wednesday Walkabout with kayak guide Wayne Blomberg from Ryde Marine. Bring a kayak or try out a new one. Bring life jacket, appropriate clothing, and your dinner in a waterproof bag. Meet at the waterfront. Alternate date July 20. Contact Wayne Blomberg for questions 347-8273. July 14 Yoga at Camp Sea-Gull Thursday July 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Beginner Yoga at Hayes Township Park Camp Sea-Gull: Join Instructor Marrietta Bell for a refreshing yoga class. Check the Hayes Township web site www.hayestownshipmi.gov for additional dates of more classes and contact instructor for more details at 231-675-6890 or email simplylightyoga@live.com July 14, 21, 28 & Aug. 4 EJ Community Band Concerts The Jordan Valley Community Band resumes the Thursday Nite Concerts in the Park 2016 season on the following dates: July 14, 21, 28 and Aug. 4. The free concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. and usually run about an hour at the Bandshell located by the Train and Marina in E. Jordan. Bring chairs, blankets, or use the park picnic tables to enjoy the Band music. In the event of rain, join the JVCB in the Band Room at the High School using the back door entrance. July 16 Watershed Council rummage sale Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council will be hosting their 8th Annual Whale of a Sale in conjunction with the Harbor Springs communitywide yard sales. The sale will take place on Saturday, July 16 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Irish Boat Shop storage unit 7580 S. State Road, Harbor Springs. Please note this is a new location. The sale will take place rain or shine. For more information about the Whale of a Sale, please call the Watershed Council office at (231) 347-1181. ment and inventory for $10 with Antiques Road Show style verbal appraisals on the porch. The auction will begin at 1 p.m. July 16-17 Kayak for a Cause Camp Daggett is seeking at least 10 more kayakers to participate in the Kayak for a Cause on Walloon Lake fundraiser, July 16 and 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. To date, 21 kayakers have signed up for this thirty-mile shoreline of beautiful Walloon Lake. Participants are asked to raise a minimum of $50 in pledges to support Camp Daggett’s Adventure Center program. Participants can register for the one- or two- day event. The one-day option includes a stop at Camp Daggett, breakfast snack, homemade dinner and team T-shirt. All paddlers are invited to attend the “I Did It Celebration” Sunday afternoon. More info at campdaggett.org or contact Karen Marietti at 347-9742 ext. 117 or Development Director, Grace Ketchum at ext. 118. July 31 Harry Potter book party Boyne District Library will be hosting a celebration in honor of the newest installment in the story of the beloved wizard named Harry Potter. On July 31st from 1-6pm, come join us in our celebration. There will be a showing of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part I and II. Children of all ages can dabble in potions and create a wand of their own to take home. You can also test your knowledge of the story of Harry Potter in a round of trivia. You may also want to stop in for a treat from The Three Broomsticks or Honeyduke’s. There is no registration for the program. For more information, call the library at 582-7861 or visit www.boynelibrary.org. July 19 Family Movie Nights Boyne District Library will be hosting a few Family Movie Nights this summer. These nights are designed to be a fun family evening spent together enjoying a popular movie title. Come join us as we enjoy freshly made popcorn and some great movies! On July 19, join Spot and Arlo in The Good Dinosaur. The final Family Night event will be a showing of the new movie Zootopia. Each showing will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room. There is no registration for the program. For more information, call the library at 582-7861 or visit www.boynelibrary.org. July 23 Yoga at Camp Sea-Gull Saturday July 23 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Beginner Yoga at Hayes Township Park Camp Sea-Gull: Join Instructor Marrietta Bell for a refreshing yoga class. Check the Hayes Township web site www.hayestownshipmi.gov for dates of more classes and contact instructor for more details at 231-675-6890 or e-mail simplylightyoga@live.com July 23 Dilworth Auction for CAHS On July 23, the Dilworth Hotel will host an inventory liquidation and consignment Auction. From 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. it will be open to antiques and collectable vendors with a percentage going to the Charlevoix Area Humane Society. From 10 a.m. to noon, there will be consign- The Boyne City Gazette is a proud member and supporter of the following organizations. www.boynegazette.com July 13, 2016 • Boyne City Gazette • Page 11 Celebrate Michigan Craft Beer Month across the state! cocktails and brews. Plus, on July 28 and Aug. 25, take part in the Upper Hand Brew Cruise, featuring live music and craft beer favorites from Upper Hand Brewery. And, at the end of the month, Upper Hand is putting on their first ever Backyard BBQ (yooper style!) featuring beer, all you can eat BBQ, live music, and lawn games on July 23. Sponsored by Friggy’s Sobo Pub of Boyne City W est Michigan, where it is well known that beer is more than just a beverage— craft beer is a way of life! With more than 200 breweries across the state, it’s hard to pick which one is your favorite, let alone which one(s) to experience first-hand. That’s why West Michigan Tourist Association has compiled everything beer-related happening on the better side of the state this summer. From brewpubs to brewery tours to cruises, West Michigan has something to offer for every craft beer connoisseur. Southern Region • In Marshall, you can always bet on something fun happening at Dark Horse Brewery. Select from a wide variety of microbrew beer, meet some friends in the outdoor Beer Garten or liven up your Thursdays with live music from 6 to 10:30 p.m. Come see what Dark Horse Nation is all about! • At their location in Kalamazoo, Arcadia Brewing Company is a favorite in Southern West Michigan. Since 1996, Arcadia Ales has aimed to carve out its niche in the craft beer community with their world-class award winning ales brewed with British and American inspiration (their brewing methods even originated 250 years ago in England). The riverfront brewpub in downtown Kalamazoo is a premier destination to enjoy brews, BBQ, and a breathtaking view of the Kalamazoo River. • Have you ever wanted to try your hand at metalsmithing? From 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday July 23, join the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute in Hastings for the chance to drink beer, eat appetizers, and hammer some metal! During the workshop, local artist Lauren Tripp will teach participants to hammer, form, stamp, patina, and polish their very own copper cuff. Get out your daily frustrations while also giving back, as all proceeds will support programming at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. No experience necessary — having fun is the only requirement! • At the family friendly Lucky Stone Pub in Douglas, Saugatuck Brewing Co. offers great beer, a fun atmosphere, and a full lunch and dinner menu. With over 15 featured taps in the brewpub, patrons can choose mainstay styles, limited releases, and experimental brews in addition to wine and hard ciders. And, while you’re there, take the time to enjoy a game of darts, shuffle board or foosball all free of charge. Be sure to take advantage of Michigan’s only program that allows you to craft your own brew and bottle it with custom labels! • In Lansing, there’s plenty to do for the craft beer lover! Hop aboard the Makers & Shakers Trail, Greater Lansing’s artisan wine, beer and spirit collective. Or, take a tasting tour and check out some of Lansing’s premier breweries—with over a dozen to choose from there’s no going wrong! Plus, if you visit at least 10, you’ll receive a free gift. • When you think craft beer, it’s hard not to imagine Bell’s Brewery, Michigan’s oldest brewery that features a variety of more than 20 small batch beers. The Eccentric Cafe, a unique pub in downtown Kalamazoo, offers a spacious beer garden and patio with an eclectic menu and an array of entertainment options throughout the week. Be sure to check their event page for all their upcoming summer brew events! More breweries in Southern West Michigan to Check Out: • Boatyard Brewing Company, Kalamazoo • West Michigan Beer Tours, Kalamazoo • Old Mill Brewpub & Grill, Plainwell • Walldorff Brewpub & Bistro, Hastings • Round Barn Winery, Baroda Central Region • This summer, come experience for yourself why Grand Rapids has earned the title of Beer City USA. At the JW Marriott, the Beer City USA Package puts you within walking distance of several of Michigan’s best breweries and only miles from many more. Also included: overnight accommodations, local beers served to your room upon arrival, a Beer City Passport, 20% off The Spa at JW Marketplace, and more! • For an alternate beer experience, the Brew and Renew spa package at Amway Grand Plaza may be for you! Book your stay and enjoy beer inspired services like a brew pedicure, a beer footbath, brew polish and massage, or a beer inspired body scrub followed by aroma therapy and a gift card to enjoy a beer of your choice. • The Gallery Brewery in Portland provides a unique stop right off I-96 between Grand Rapids and Lansing. Stop by for one of their staple beers on tap, with special seasonal beers available throughout the year. The food here is nearly all made from scratch, and offers an eclectic lunch and dinner menu. The name stems from the building’s history, which most recently housed a business that did a variety of art-type activities, including framing, selling art, teaching guitar lessons and pottery. A kiln in the back allows mugs to painted and fired in the back. Now, The Gallery pays homage by hosting regular art exhibits and music Thursday, Friday andSaturday every week. • Founded in 2012, The Mitten Brewing Company is a microbrewery and pizzeria housed in Engine House No. 9, a wonderfully restored Victorian-era firehouse and Grand Rapids city landmark. Inside the taproom, enjoy imagery and memorabilia from turn-ofthe-century professional baseball teams all blended with original features of the historic firehouse. Fun fact: this was was the first West Side brewery to open after the prohibition era! • In Whitehall, there’s numerous opportunities to enjoy great beer with great company. Whether it’s dining at an award winning brewery, or staying at Buzz’s Lakeside Inn to enjoy all White Lake has to offer while choosing from several craft beers on tap, be sure to add Whitehall to your West Michigan summer bucket list. • While visiting the charming beach town of Ludington, be sure to check out local brewery Jamesport Brewing. The brewpub, set in a late Victorian six-storefront complex built in 1890, brews their own crafts onsite and also features a full-service bar and an assortment of domestic beers to satisfy beer enthusiasts on both ends of the spectrum. Stop by any weekday between 4 and 6 p.m. for Happy Hour! • Grand Rapids Brewing Company • Located on the Westside of Grand Rapids, Harmony Brewing Company at Harmony Hall excels at small batches of well-balanced beer. This style of brewing allows Harmony to react to the changing seasons as well as the tastes of their enthusiastic community. They apply the same amount of creativity to their food creations as they do with their beer. The rich menu of German inspired breads and sausages will surely go perfectly with your next beer! Northern Region • Established in 1997 by true craft brew enthusiasts, award winning Founders Brewing Co. is known for their complex, in-your-face ales with huge aromatics and tons of flavor. One of the fastest growing breweries, they also rank among the top 30 largest craft breweries in the U.S. Visit their taproom in downtown Grand Rapids. MORE Breweries in Central West Michigan to Check Out: • Our Brewing Company, Holland • The Gallery Brewery, Portland • Tripleroot Brewery, Zeeland • Cedar Springs Brewing Company • Newaygo Brewing Company • Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery & Supply, Ada • Rockford Brewing Company • Atwater Brewery & Spirits, Grand Rapids • Perrin Brewing Company, Comstock Park • Brewery Vivant, Grand Rapids • Old Boys’ Brewhouse, Spring Lake • Since opening in Benzie County in 2013, Stormcloud Brewing Company has been on the fast track! While their beer is now in 50 different pubs and restaurants in Michigan, their pub on Main Street in Downtown Frankfort offers samplings from 16 taps of their Belgian style brews and locally produced cider. If you’re lucky, you may even catch Executive Chef Joe Meyers’ spontaneous grill outs on the patio serving different BBQ delights. Don’t waste any time, be sure to check out the Trip Advisor-certified #1 restaurant in Frankfort! • Arnold Mackinac Island Ferry will be hosting numerous Sip n’ Sail cruises throughout the summer. Departing from Mackinac City, Mackinac Island, and St. Ignace you can take in the panoramic view while enjoying live entertainment and your favorite • When in West Michigan, one of the best ways to follow your passion for craft brews is while doing so amidst the beautiful scenery of Traverse City. There’s several unique breweries to check out while you’re there: Rare Bird Brewpub and Brewery Terra Firma to name two! Not only can you choose from an array of different craft beers, you also have the chance to get handson. Visitors can take the TC Brew Bus for the best tour of Traverse City breweries or become a passport holder with Michigan BrewVine for exclusive discounts and other brewed benefits. • When thinking about opening a brewery, the owners of Big Hart Brewing Company thought of three things that inspired their business: beer, food and atmosphere. But once they started putting everything together, they found that their home, Hart and Oceana County, was the biggest influencer of their company. Now, they strive to showcase the area through their beverages and cuisine. Visit them and experience their home in every drink and bite. • Burnt Marshmallow Brewing is the newest Nano-Brewery to open in Petoskey, Michigan. Using ingredients from their 190 acre farm and other local resources, they are able to create their experimental brews that often push the envelope. Try one of these handcrafted beers from one of their seven rotating taps at their taproom or pick up a crowler to go! ----------------------------------------More info at www.mibeer.com Page 12 • Boyne City Gazette • July 13, 2016 www.boynegazette.com —COMMUNITY— Boyne farm market Food Truck Rally fundraiser returns Thunder Stroll I n celebration of "all things local," the Boyne City Farmers Market is hosting its third annual Food Truck Rally fundraiser from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday July 14 at Boyne City’s Veterans Park Thursday. In addition to live music from Kellerville, the event will feature local food, soda, beer and wine. The Food Truck Rally is a fundraiser for the new community pavilion, the market's permanent winter home. There will be more than 25 food and drink vendors. Admission is $10 per person, which includes two beverage tickets. Children 12 and under are free. Additional drink tickets are $3 each or four for $10. Food stations are priced for sample size portions, $3-$5. Con f i r m ed v endo r s Beverages Petoskey Brewing Co., Beards Brewery, Shorts, Tunnel Vision Brewery, Harbor Springs Vineyards & Winery, Seasons of the North, Mackinaw Trail, Walloon Lake Winery, Bee Well Meadery, Rudbeckia Farm Winery & Brewery, Maple Moon Sugarbush & Winery, Northwoods Soda. Food Trucks Fired Up Pizza, Happy's Taco Shop, Pigs Eatin' Ribs, The Landing, Cheese & Company, Wingin' It, Burnt Offerings, Smokin Joe's BBQ & Mary Janes Coneys, Littleman Bites, K&J Grill, Pita Cruizers Farm Market Vendors Rustic Baker, Erno's World's Finest and others 7-year-old Luke Tirrell wins July 4 soap box derby Boats lined Stroll the Streets (above) on Friday July 8 during the Boyne Thunder Stroll the Streets event. Rebecca Duty, Will Reaves, Conner Flend, and Joshua Davis (above) donned Star Wars gear to promote the newest bible school program at First Baptist Church. Katie Koenigsknecky (upper right) sang her heart out on Water Street. The Boyne River Remedy (right) was the headline attraction thanks to Pat O’Brien & Associates. PHOTOS BY CHRIS FAULKNOR Farm-to-table event supports Charlevoix Hospital surgery/lab renovation project A unique Farm-to-Table dinner has been organized in support of Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital Foundation. The event will be held Thursday, July 28 at the Jordan Valley Barn in East Jordan. Proceeds from the dinner will benefit the hospital’s surgery suite and laboratory renovations, which are currently underway. The project will add a third operating room, new preand post-operative patient rooms, and an overhaul of the entire surgery and laboratory units to better accommodate the rapid growth in outpatient procedures. This important project will meet the growing needs of the communities, and is part of the hospital’s continual effort to provide high-quality, compassionate care close to home. Caterer Mike Everts of Blackbird Gardens and Real Food Dream Kitchen is creating a delectable, one-of-a-kind four-course meal, all from locally sourced ingredients. “We’ll have gazpacho, then a family style main course of roasted lamb and seared walleye with several sides, followed by a Europeanstyle salad course, wrapping up with a delectable basque cake with spruce tips, fresh strawberries, and white balsamic sauce,” said event organizer and board member Charlotte Diller. “The night promises to be a wonderful experience infused with local flavor while also giving back to an important patient need in our area.” Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with wine and appetizers, followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. Brief presentations by several hospital speakers will share with guests the importance of the evening and the project it benefits. Tickets are $125 per person, a portion of which is tax deductible, and can be purchased by contacting the Foundation office at 547-8501. Seating is limited. Reservations are needed by Wednesday July 13. Harry Potter Come celebrate at the Boyne District Library SUNDAY JULY 31, 1-6 PM • Make a wand of your own • Harry Potter Trivia • Treats from the Three Broomsticks & Honeyduke's • Pre-Order the new book: ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ • Showing of both “Deathly Hallows” movies 201 EAST MAIN ST., BOYNE CITY (231) 582-7861 • BOYNELIBRARY.ORG The annual Boyne City July 4th Soap Box Derby fun race featured 20 cars and drivers from across Michigan and from Florida this year. Luke Tirrell, age 7, from Marco Island, Fla., driving in his first soap box derby race, won not only the sport division, but beat other winners to win the coveted Grand Championship. Luke attributed much of his success to wearing his ninja turtle helmet. When asked if his helmet was a turtle helmet, Luke responded, “No, ninja warrior!” The Boyne City Soap Box Derby Racing Commission would like to thank the participants of the derby school on July 3 and race on July 4, the car sponsors, and all the volunteers that make this annual event a success and a unique part of the annual Boyne City Fourth of July cel- ebration. Following are the race results: Stock Division: 1st Luke Tirrell (7), Marco Island, Fla. 2nd Phillip Banner (12), Boyne City 3rd Eli Odle (10), Applegate Super Stock Division: 1st Eric Mansfield, Boyne Falls (10) 2nd Leona Follette (14), Boyne City 3rd Grant Tirrell (10), Marco Island, Fla. Master’s Division: 1st Hunter Lacusta (12), Boyne City 2nd Wyatt Melvin (15), Boyne City 3rd Erin Smith ( 14), Boyne City Grand Champion: Luke Terrill (7), Marco Island, Fla. Go to boynegazette.com to see photos from this year’s event. Stroll the StreetS 2016 FRIDAY JULY 15: Awesome Distraction A Fundraiser for the New Community Pavilion— the Markets permanent Winter Home Thursday July 14th Veterans Park Downtown Boyne City 6-9 pm Food Truck Over 20 Food & Beverage Stops Featuring local Food, Soda, Beer, Wine and Live Music $10 per/person - Under 12 Free (includes 2 drink tickets) Food prices $3-$5 Questions call 231-582-9009
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