Clare County Review July 10, 2015
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Clare County Review July 10, 2015
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Concurrent with the fund raising efforts and intentional and focused effort has been underway to find a location for the skate park equipment to be installed that is convenient and safe for those using it (preferably in a City Park) while simultaneously not being too closely located to any residential area.” Representing the fundraiser, Jan Winter was at the meeting to answer questions and outline plans the group has. She said $23,000 has been raised to pay for the equipment and they have found an American Ramp Company layout at a cost of $16,500. She and Clare Parks and Recreation Director Joy Simmer outlined the plans and their efforts to find a permanent site for the park. “We have formed a joint venture with the new Sports Complex planned on the south side of the City,” Simmer said. Winter said they would need an 80 by 200 foot space for the equipment. The site at Brookwood, the basketball court Your ad on our front page!! As low as 49 $ Call the Clare County Review at 386-4414 for details “The Earp Brothers” behind the tennis courts is 16 by 56 feet and would only allow installation of a portion of the new equipment. “But, it would show everyone that we are working towards a skate park and show our progress as well as give the youngsters a place to use temporarily,” she said. The space at Brookwood is currently leased by the City. Commissioners held some discussion about liability issues and safety. The City is immune to lawsuits, unless they show a deliberate disregard for safety. Other businesses with space for skateboarding, do not have that option and none have been willing to allow skateboarders on their property, Winter said. “This would be a safer option.” The Commission voted unanimously 4-0 to approve the equipment purchase and allow a portion of the skate park equipment to be installed on the property. Commissioner Gus Murphy was not present at the meeting. In another matter, the City approved the purchase of new Ford Explorer police vehicle. Total cost of the fully equipped police vehicle is $37,910. A USDA Rural Development grant will pay $15,750 of the cost. An old vehicle will be sold and the net cost to the city should not be more than $21,160.55, which was in the 2015-16 budget. Other business at the Clare City meeting included: *Notification that the Little Tobacco InterCounty Drain Board will hold a meeting concerning necessity on July 13. *Approval of the slate of candidates for the Michigan Municipal League Workers’ Compensation Fund board of Trustees election. *Payment of work completed at the new North Industrial Park including $190,298.06 to Dunigan Brothers and $161,500 to Maguire Iron. *Some discussion on problems with the Postal Service regarding the timely delivery of mail to City residents. By Jennifer Bomorra Correspondent The busy streets of Downtown Clare and the Clare City Park came to life more than usual Friday, July 3rd and went back in time with the clickety-clack sound of cowboy boots hitting the pavement, the pops of gun shots ringing out and the smell of gun powder drifting through the air. For a brief couple hours, the memory of the Cowboys and Indians and the Wild West was well alive Continued on page 2A It was an awesome 4th of July! Farwell Celebrates 4th people were out in force in Farwell grabbing all the fun they could get Visitors as well as with friends and family. residents packed lakes Demolition Derby and cottages around to celebrate the 239th Birth- action took center stage day of the greatest nation Saturday night at the Farwell Labor Day grounds on Earth – The United followed by a colorStates of America this ful pyrotechnic display past weekend. Virtually every corner lighting the sky at dusk. Fans oohed and awed at had a sign pointing to the main display as well one or more yards sales, as others being lunched restaurants were packed and the sound of roaring around the area in full view of the main parking boats could be heard on area East of the water area lakes, the Fourth of July and summer weather tower. If you missed the was finally here! Despite Fireworks in Farwell having a short weekend Continued on page 4A Story and photos by Steve Landon Clare Automotive Inc. 214 W . Fourth St, Clare • 989-386-7200 www.clareauto.com 34-72” Mowers Zero Turn Hydrostatic Home and Commercial Models Auto Parts Specialists 2015 FILTER SALE ‘15 August 24-28, 4WD 48-60” Mowers Tom Gibbs 20 Years Experience Loaders 70% OFF SPECIALIZING IN FARM & YARD EQUIPMENT On Site Repairs Lawn Mowers Small Engine Repair BXSERIES 989-588-7052 List Price Wild West comes to Clare 18.0HP - 25.5HP Capital Orders accepted www.redsrepair.biz beginning August 1st. 7972 N. 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Ken Cagle’s late wife, Mary Cagle, aka “Eulah Goodnight” was also part of the group, sadly she has passed away. “One day, I seen this woman from across the street, so, I walked up to her dressed as Rooster Cogburn, and introduced myself, months later, we were married” said Ken Cagle. “We do shows from Michigan to Florida and from Pennsylvania to Texas” said Ken Cagle, “Rooster Cogburn”. Everywhere you looked in Clare last weekend, it was “cowboys and Indians.” The Old West Kids Rodeo Show Above...“Rooster Cogburn” taking down the bad guy At left ...“Gabby Hayes” reloading his blanks By Jennifer Bomorra Correspondent Over 40 kids from ages 1 through 9 that were able to get registered, had a chance to make their own rodeo horse made out of colorful pool noodles and race them Friday in the City Park, Downtown Clare. It was a fun filled day for the Clare area kids to let loose and enjoy the beautiful summer day, surrounded by Cowboys and Indians, a small petting zoo including, baby rabbits, big rabbits, baby goats, Guinea pigs, a cow, horse, and Donkeys from the Crossroads Donkey Rescue, plus many games for the kids throughout the park. The kids had 2 hours to make their pool noodle horses, using decorations and around 1pm the City Park became a race way lined with Cowboys, friends and family looking and cheering on the tiny participants racing. Cowboy look-alikes were there as well signing pictured autographs for the entire event. Gus Limbo from Barryton, Michigan also performed an Indian dance before the kids rodeo race began. “Rooster Cogburn” helping one of the tiny racers back to the start line. Stutzman Metal Roofing & Feed and Farm Supply For prize winning livestock come to Stutzman’s and save on all feeds! Clip and Save 4-Her’s 50¢ off any type of feed Coupon must be present Reuben Stutzman 9736 Tobacco Drive, Clare 1-989-386-3013 Funding Available for Arts Projects & Events For Clare County non-profit organizations, including service clubs, schools, cities, and townships. Visit www.ArtSaginaw.org for guidelines and information on MCACA grant programs. Call 989-759-1363, ext. 223. Gus Limbo from Barryton, Michigan Indian dancing. Stutzman’s Metal Roofing & Feed and Farm Supply Coming soon: Full line of lumber and building materials Installation Available Feeds for: Rabbits • Chickens Dogs • Cats • Dairy • Horses Quick Turnaround Ask about our HEAT-Formed Metal Roofing Complete Pole Barn and Roof Packages Available! Farmers Contractors Homeowners Check out our prices, you will be AMAZED! Statewide Delivery Janna from Clare showing off her horse she made. Be sure to price accessories, we will save you money! Saving you money on the brand you love “Plus a whole lot more” Metal Roofing Sale going on NOW! 18 Colors w/lifetime warranty. $1.85/linear foot Don’t miss this opportunity to save money on your house roof or new building project! Reuben & Lydia Stutzman • 9736 Tobacco Dr., Clare, MI • (989) 386-3013 Second Front Page CCSD Mount Pleasant man faces deputy attempted murder charges resigns The Clare County Review - July 10, 2015 - Page 3A after DUI charge By Pat Maurer Correspondent A now former deputy at the Clare County Sheriff’s Department resigned June 29 after her arrest the day before for operating a motor vehicle under the influence. She resigned prior to any internal review hearing, a release from Undersheriff Dwayne Miedzi9anowski said. Natasha Seymour, employed at the CCSC part-time in 2012 and full- A 22-year-old Mt. Pleasant man, Juan Romero III, has been arraigned for five felonies Natasha Seymour and 2 misdemeanors after he allegedly stabbed his time since June, 2013, was mother and stepfather. arrested at 3:30 a.m. June Romero was arrested on 28 by another Clare County two counts of attempted Deputy, Miedzianowski murder after he allegedly said. Reportedly the arrest stabbed the two victims was on Beaver Avenue near July 2 around 3:35 p.m. Farwell, after a 911 caller The incident happened at reported a car in the ditch. a residence located in the Seymour waived her 9000 block of East Remus July 7 arraignment. A Road in Chippewa Townpretrial conference is ship. scheduled for July 28 on Romero’s stepfathe charges. ther James Scott-Allen Clare County Communities That Care Coalition is pleased to join Drug Free Action Alliance to share the message; Parents Who Host, Lose The Most: Don’t be a party to teenage drinking. The following facts are from the 2012 Clare/ Gladwin Developmental Asset Study conducted by the Legacy Center. All Clare and Gladwin Public Schools participated (3,382 students), 6th thru 12th grades. The survey shows alcohol continues to be the drug of choice for our youth and that they perceive regular alcohol use to be less of a risk to use than tobacco or marijuana. Sixth graders, in Clare and By Pat Maurer Correspondent Pitawanakwat, 43, of Mt. Pleasant was stabbed multiple times, Sheriff Leo Mioduszewski said in a July 6 press release. Pitawanakwat was taken to McLaren Central Michigan by Mobile Medical Response Ambulance then transferred to Saginaw St Mary’s Hospital. Romero’s mother, Christina Lynn Keshick, 42, of Mt. Pleasant, was stabbed in the face the release said. She was transported by MMR to McLaren and then transferred to Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Romero was arraigned and charged with two counts of Assault with Intent to Murder; one count of Carrying a Dangerous Weapon with Unlawful Intent; two counts of Assault with a Dangerous Weapon; and two counts of Aggravated Domestic Violence. His bond was set at $800,000 cash surety. He remains lodged at the Isabella County Jail. ICSD Deputies were assisted at the scene by Saginaw-Chippewa Tribal Police, Michigan State Police Troopers, MMR and Central Dispatch. Juan Romero III There are 4 ways 21% of Clare youth drink before age 10 to get your news: Gladwin Counties, stated 21% of them had their first use of alcohol before the age of ten. Clare County Communities That Care Coalition is partnering with Drug Free Action Alliance and Gladwin County Communities That Care Coalition to encourage parents, educators, businesses, community organizations and others to learn more about the health and safety risks along with the potential legal ramifications of allowing underage drinking to occur. Through this initiative, we are calling on our community to help address the various factors that contribute to underage drinking, including community norms, access and availability, media messages and policy and enforcement. Parents Who Host, Lose The Most: Don’t be a party to teenage drinking is a proven success. And the campaign’s message is a universal one: It is illegal, unsafe and unhealthy for anyone under 21 to drink alcohol. Parents Who Host, Lose The Most: Don’t be a party to teenage drinking campaign is a registered trademark of Drug Free Action Alliance. This campaign is funded through local, state and federal dollars. Print • Facebook Email • Website 95 Candles for Ireta Dancer The family of Ireta Dancer request your presence to help celebrate Ireta’s 95th birthday. There will be a card shower on Sunday, July 12 at the Harrison Masonic Hall from 4-6 p.m. We would like Ireta to be showered with birthday cards, therefore no gifts. WWII hero avid bike rider A Clare WW11 vet rides his bike over 3000 miles a year. Gene Bastian, 89, spends a part of nearly every day riding around Clare. He was drafted into the Marine Corps just out of high school. When he went for his physical, having passed, he was put on a train for bootcamp without getting to go back home. They did allow him to call home though! He was on the second landing craft to arrive at Iwo Jima. He was there during the month of hostilities required to take the island. He witnessed many horrendous sights, as explosions killed both American and Japanese soldiers, the use of flamethrowers, etc. After the war, Gene made a career of working for the Post Office in Phoenix, AZ. He has two daughters in Michigan, so he now lives in Clare. E N O r e NO t t e es it b do BEFORE This home had damage to the roof and siding from a severe storm. Central Restoration made the necessary repairs and you can see the end result. AFTER Photo by Steve Landon Church honors veteran in Fourth of July parade Members of the Hope Baptist Church walked in the Harrison parade on Saturday, July 4th with a flag from a memorial service of a veteran & former member of the church. B & G’s Lawn and Boat Service SPRING CLEAN UP Commercial & Residential New Customer & Senior Discounts Call Today for Free Estimate B & G’s Lawn Service provides complete maintenance & service for all surrounding areas. Cell: 989-529-0826 Phone: 989-544-3666 At the Ideal Theater Rated PG One hour, 30 minutes long Showtimes: Fri., Sat. & Sun. at 7 & 9:00 One Show the following Tues.,Weds., & Thurs., at 7:00 5 35 for $ Special Includes: 5 Admissions 5 Sm. Popcorn 5 Med. Softdrinks Admission is $5.00 per seat, $4.00 persons 12 and under. 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Box include the 14th An771 Farwell, MI 48622 nual Farwell Lumberjack PH: (989) 588-0580 Festival – July 25, 26, Email: facc@farwellaSleddin’ at the Jack Vinreachamber.com Installation • Service Parts • Free Estimate $200 DTE Rebate on new furnace installation Natural Gas customers only 989/386-2075 Yard & Farm Equipment Service, Sales & Parts 30 Years Experience • Ariens Snow Blowers • Echo Chain Saws, String Trimmers & Leaf Blowers • Columbia Lawn Mowers 7972 N. Winn Rd. • Farwell 989-588-7052 www.redsrepair.biz A Spring 2015 Authorized NAPA Auto Care Center On-Site Repairs Pickup & Delivery Available HOSPITAL SAFETY SCORE SM McLaren Central Michigan is rated with an “A” Hospital Safety ScoreSM by The Leapfrog Group in their Spring 2015 report. The hospital is considered the safest hospital in the 60-mile radius of Mount Pleasant.* The Hospital Safety Score is a public service provided by The Leapfrog Group—a nonprofit organization committed to driving quality, safety, and transparency in the U.S. health system—and is becoming the gold standard measure of patient safety. More than 2,500 U.S. hospitals are rated with an A, B, C, D, or F score representing a hospital’s overall capacity to keep patients safe from preventable harm. Scores for McLaren Central Michigan, as well as others, can be viewed at www.hospitalsafetyscore.org. Patient Safety Matters. Visit HospitalSafetyScore.org *As measured by the Hospital Safety ScoreSM The Clare County Review - July 10, 2015 - Page 5A Demo derby, Rock ‘n Roll parade highlight Harrison’s 4th Elvis came prepared for summer fun as he tossed a beach ball to the crowd. Spectators at the 4th of July parade cheered and clapped as veterans passed by. Most Unique Design: 1st Place: Hope Baptist Church 2nd Place: Community Baptist Church 3rd Place: Twenty Lakes Tractor Association The Clare County Fair used the parade as an opportunity to promote the upcoming event to be held Aug. 3 - 8. Most Patriotic: 1st Place: VFW Post #1075 2nd Place: S.A.M.S. 3rd Place: B&B Trucking Stutzman METAL ROOFING & SIDING SALES Metal Roofing Summer $ 1.85 Special Sale linear Clip and Save 2015 Fourth of July Parade Winners foot • Lifetime Warranty • Baked on Paint • Fast Turnaround • Statewide Delivery • 18+ Colors 5% Discount w/ this ad on • Check our prices before you metal roofing accessories only purchase elsewhere Reuben Stutzman • 9736 Tobacco Dr., Clare • 989-386-3013 Best Use of “Rock N Roll” Theme: 1st Place: 4x Adventureland 2nd Place: Dodge City Campground 3rd Place: Law Offices of Attorney D. Todd Diederich All decked out in red, white and blue these young ladies passed out candy. Spectators lined the streets to watch the festive parade. Most Beautiful: 1st Place: Country Flowers 2nd Place: Clare County Faigrounds 3rd Place: Boy Scouts 4X Adventure recieved an award for Best use of the “Rock & Roll” theme Clare County 4-H youth joined the parade to promote what 4-H has to offer. (L-R) Katherina Jehnzen, Senior 4-H Ambassador, and Gianna Forster Jr. 4-H Ambassador carried the banner Gina Forster kept this little dog busy with her pet chicken puppet while wating for the parade to start. 155 N. Second Street, Downtown Harrison Store Hours: Mon -Thurs 10am - 6pm Fri 10am - 8pm • Sat 9am - 8 pm • Sun 12pm - 4pm Continued from Page 1A candy. It was a parade old “Elvis Presley” would have been proud of, in fact he was seen more than once along the route, he even tossed out some beach balls to eager parade watchers. As usual the Harrison Chamber of Commerce did another great job putting on what has become the areas best Fourth of July parade If you missed the parade you can still check out photos on Clare County Review website or on on our facebook pages. A couple of 1950’s work relics brought out by Double T Towing. Having fallen on a weekend this year’s Fourth of July came and went way too fast, however, there is still plenty of summer left to enjoy. In the weeks ahead Harrison will host The Clare County Fair August 3-8, and the Harrison Street Fair & Old 27 MacLean’s Mercantile Car Tour - August 21 – 22, 2015. For more information contact The Harrison Chamber of Commerce, 809 North First Street, P.O. Box 682, Harrison, MI 48625, Phone: (989) 539-6011, Toll Free: (877) 539-6011, Email: harrisonchamber@sbcglobal.net 2 11 • 989-386-3 re la C , t. S n a 525 McEw e l a S k l a w e d Si - 6pm July 17th 10am pm 5 m a 0 1 th 8 1 ly Ju F F O % 0 5 & 40% ren Hart - AL - Ke Featuring TRIB Lady & More rn e th u o S d Ruby Roa all... Shop sm Why go for big? ! s u h t i w e v a s e m Co 989-630-9008 a S l e k l a w e h d t 1 i 1 S 0th & July 1 y l u J Fri 10-5 Sat 9-5 Outside : Clearance Sales Inside : Indoor Specials FRIDAY In-Store Specials Clearance Items Christmas Clearance Outside SATURDAY 10AM-3PM Wine Tasting Food & Hors D’oeuvres Sampling Craft Beer Sampling Frozen Yogurt Sampling Page 6A- The Clare County Review - July 10, 2015 Mike’s Musings Michael Wilcox, Publisher/Editor Viewpoints Pat’s Bits & Pieces Pat Maurer, Review Correspondent Vacations - way too short Friend comes home, finds cats burned alive I hate to admit, but I could easily wear the label of “cat lover extraordinaire.” For most of my life I have preferred dogs over cats, but when we rescued two cats from the animal shelter, and made them our office pets, I’ve been converted to a cat lover. My cats are there to greet me when I open the office door at 7 a.m. in the morning. They lay beside my computer screen for most of the day (if not in my lap) and keep a watchful eye on customers and employees as they work throughout the day. They are neither disruptive or noisy. They never make a mess and enjoy being around people. That’s why when I was informed about what happened to a friend’s cats. My mind swelled with anger, and my heart with pain. It was yesterday. She called, her voice stuttering, as she tried to hold back tears. Some cruel individual threw her five cats in to a burning bonfire, roasting the felines alive. You heard it right. He didn’t bother to shoot the cats, or feed them poison. Instead he held the cats, one by one over burning embers until all that was left was burnt carcasses. The friend has a pretty good idea who the culprit is. She thinks he was upset with her husband who had taken more time to repair the guy’s car than he thought was appropriate. So his measure of revenge was to torture the wife’s five cats. I happen to know the guy, as well, and for sure he has mental issues. He is also well known by area police agencies. Despite having threatened me about a few columns I’ve written, I always considered the guy harmless. I now have second thoughts. It’s hard for me to believe, he, or anyone, could commit such a heinous act. According to my friend, he knew no one would be home during the day, at her house. Thus he made his way over, helped himself to kindling and lighter fluid, and decided to build a nice bonfire. Something snapped in this deranged individual’s head, as he then gathered the cats, and one by one, held them over the empty flame. I’m no stranger to Superintendent’s Corner By Clare Superintendent Doniel Pummell Bond issue August 4th On August 4, 2015, Clare Public Schools’ voters will see a bond proposal on their ballots that if passed will generate $2.4 million for our schools. This proposal seeks to extend the current millage for 11 years rather than letting .73 mills drop off as scheduled. The money generated from a successful bond will be used to make much-needed improvements and repairs to our buildings and will allow for projects that will increase safety for our students. As the state continues to struggle financially, school districts must look at all of the options that are available for school funding. We are truly fortunate in Clare to have a Board of Education who is considering all options to secure the district’s financial future. Extending our current millage at this time will put the district in a position in 8-10 years to do another extension at that time that will generate approximately $14 million. Some of the improvements and repairs that will take place around the district will include projects in each of the district’s buildings. Clare Primary School projects will include replacement of the roof on the west section of the lower floor of the building, as well as replacement of the floor and lighting in the gym. Exterior windows will be replaced in the Primary School and shades will be added. Pioneer The makes us very cautious when we let our little five pound baby Peanut out before bedtime. She loves it there too and gets excited when we turn into the drive that leads to our little “cabin in the woods.” She’s a bit too old now, but she used to love walks in the woods. There’s a trail that winds around the property, about a third of a mile, a beautiful walk anytime, but especially gorgeous in the fall. It is a wonderful place to get away from it all, but time always goes by so fast when we are there. Before we knew it the time was winding to a close and we had to head back home again. It’s not all leisure time for us while we are up there, or at least not for my “workaholic” hubby. Jack always has a list of things to do while we are there. This time it was mowing our camping area (goodbye wildflowers), building a new floor for our storage shed, and washing the winter grime off both campers. He got most of it done, but we faced another little “chore” that we seem to face every time we arrive. Our “bane” for the week involved our efforts to convince the “little squatters” we have been battling since last year that the camper is not a haven for them. This time we trapped 11 field mice, bringing our total this year to nearly 30! We have tried just about everything to discourage those little critters, all to no avail. Some of the remedies that haven’t worked yet include steel wool and poisoned foam packed into every opening in and under the camper that we could find, peppermint oil, and even fabric softener sheets in drawers and cupboards. Nothing seems to discourage them, but we keep trying. Everything they can possibly get into is now packed away in sealed plastic bins each time we leave. It makes setting up “camp” take a little longer, but it sure beats washing everything before we can use it again. Now when we arrive, we just have to disinfect every surface, cupboard and drawer before we settle in. Still, while we are away, they always seem to find something to destroy in their search for nesting material. This time it was a blanket we forgot to pack away and the fabric on Peanut’s “doggy steps.” Vacations are great, but not always perfect. Letters Dr. Vanderbrook - you have a God-given talent High School will also receive a new roof if this bond is successful. This proposal would also lead to an update in educational technology in all of the buildings in the district as we continue to promote technology use. Safety and security of all of our Clare students will continue to be a focus for the Board and Administration. With the success of this bond, the district plans to purchase 4 more buses to update our transportation fleet. Temperature controls will be installed at the Primary School and classroom unit ventilators will be replaced – this project will serve to improve temperature control in the classrooms. Another major focus at the Primary School will be to update our dated playground equipment. The major project slated for Clare Middle School is installation of ductwork to improve fresh air intake. As Benjamin Franklin said, “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” If you have any questions regarding projects listed or the bond process, please don’t hesitate to call me at 989-386-9945. Doniel Pummell, Clare Public Schools Superintendent Clare County Review Member Michigan Press Association 105 W. Fourth St. • Clare, MI 48617-1402 Phone: 989/386-4414 • Fax: 989/386-2412 www.clarecountyreview.com Editor/Publisher: Mike Wilcox Review Correspondents: cruelty towards animals. In my newspaper career, I have reported on all sorts of sordid deeds by deranged individuals who get angry with their pets or simply no longer want to have them around. I’ve covered people who shoot their dogs, starve their horses and apply various methods of torture to animals. It’s no fun to observe a pit bull brutally beaten in a dog fight. Nor is it a joy to see a half dozen horses so malnourished they can’t even stand. I’ve witnessed both, and have a hard time understanding how people could be so cruel to these living creatures. But quite honestly, this takes the cake. I’ve never covered a situation where a sadistic individual has burned someone’s pet cat alive. In this case, it wasn’t one, but five. It now is before law enforcement authorities, and hopefully if he is found guilty, they toss this guy in prison and throw away the key. It may be someone’s pets this time, but next time it could be someone’s husband or wife, son or daughter. They really are just too short, aren’t they? We just returned last Sunday from our annual summer getaway – a week at our camper up near Roscommon. Although it added up to ten lovely summer days up there, it seems like we were only away a couple of days. Like most vacations for us “old folks,” we filled the days with reading, leisurely activities like visiting family, shopping trips, a few visits to the Dairy Queen and one to the “Custard Cup” at Houghton Lake and of course a cook out to celebrate the Fourth with family and friends. Our camper and brother Jim’s are both parked on secluded family property on the north side of a hill and at the edge of fields that give us a spectacular view of the “north country.” If we are there over the Fourth, like this year, we can even see the fireworks on the horizon in Grayling (17 miles away by road) and of course hear them quite well too. Sometimes we see deer in the field in the early morning hours when the mist is rising. There are always turkeys wandering around and at night sometimes we can hear the coyotes singing. One evening, just after dusk we both swore they were right next to the camper! That Graphic Consultants: Pat Maurer, Ben Murphy, Rosemary Sherry Landon, Amber Howe Horvath & Jennifer Bomorra & Michelle Turner Advertising Reps: Teresa Wilcox, Trish Beemer, Deb Golden Email Us At: info@clarecountyreview.com This newspaper is not responsible for mistakes in advertising beyond the cost of the space involved. Dear Dr. Vanderbrook, I first met you on September 30, 2006 and little did I know I would be putting myself and my husband in the care of the most amazing doctor I have ever known in over 70 years. Our first appointment, I was very keenly alert to everything you said and did because I had just left the most horrific physician that caused me to panic every time I walked into ANY medical facility, even to visit a sick friend. My heart rate and normally below average blood pressure would skyrocket to unbelievable numbers. I chose to interview you because you were Dutch and being raised by a Dutch father and within a huge Dutch family, I learned and believed that whenever a Dutchman spoke, it was truth and factual. As my dad used to say, “Do you want the truth – or do you want me to make you feel good?” You looked me in the eye, asked me a multitude of questions, listened to me and HEARD me. You never got that glazed look that people get when they are mentally distracted or bored. I soon learned that our appointments were not only informative but fun! (Remember when my appointment was your last of the day and after the yearly look-see comparisons, you stood up and asked me to follow you down the hall to your office? You sat down to play a song on your computer from the ‘40s because you wanted to know the words. Your nurse came looking when she heard me singing and you laughing because she thought I had “skipped”.) When I was forced to abandon using Lipitor due to serious side effects and then 6 months later was so excited to show me that I didn’t need Lipitor anymore because, along with low blood pressure and the fact my body automatically raised my HDL to counteract the rising LDL, informed me my chances of stroke or heart attack was about 9%? You told me then how you encourage and praise patients who choose to maintain good health with diet, healthy fresh foods, exercise rather than take drugs. How just everyday activities became a topic of conversation, such as you told me you and your wife learned that, as the old saying goes, “Stolen fruit is never sweet” as you discovered on a weekend trip north. You saw an apple tree growing along the roadside that had such gorgeous fruit but when you stopped and picked one, you soon learned that as beautiful as again. I remember vividly, that as we walked opposite ways down the hall, you called out to me to have a good Thanksgiving and then said, “…don’t forget to send me one of your Christmas cards”. It is as if I have lost a beloved family member, or dear friend. You have a God-given talent for loving people. Taking care of them. Striving to give each one of us the most precious gift one human can give to another. LIFE!! Please, I beg you, do not abandon that wonderful way you have of making us, your patients, cherish ourselves the way that you cherish us. I jokingly told you once, many years ago, that if you ever left Clare, you would have the burden of dragging me everywhere you go because I would have a death grip on your ankles. Just so you know, if you do decide to open your own private practice, my husband Jean and I are in the Clare phone directory. (Can I let go of your ankle now?) Pat LaValley Dr. Vanderbrook - I will miss him To the Editor: From the beginning of his nine year tenure as a physician at Mid Michigan Physicians, Clare, I was a patient of Dr. Robert Vanderbrook and I must say he was one of the best General Physicians I have had the pleasure of being a patient of during my adult life of 67 years. I shall surely miss him. He was always kind and courteous to me. He took time with me, always answered my questions and encouraged my being pro-active in taking care of my medical issues. When I was asked by Mid Michigan Physicians Group to fill out an online evaluation I always gave him the highest score possible. My partner, a patient of Dr. Letters to the Editor are not the opinion of this news- Vanderbrook for the last two years, and I only learned of paper or staff.The Clare his resignation when he called County Review welcomes public comment in our Let- his former office on 23 June to renew his pain medication ters to the Editor section. prescription only to be told Letters must be limited to 350 words or less, printed that the Doctor had resigned and he would not be able to neatly, or typewritten get the prescription. He is at a (double spaced), and must loss as to what to do since his include the authors name and daytime phone number insurance will not pay for him to go to a pain clinic. for verification only. We It has been 21 days and we reserve the right to refuse have yet to receive any inforLetters to the Editor at our mation from Mid-Michigan discretion. Write Us it appeared, it was too sour to eat. You said somehow it had to be scriptural. You were not all fun and laughter, however, but could be deadly serious. One time I told you during a yearly checkup that I was having pain in my colon and you immediately made a phone call and scheduled a colonoscopy for 36 hours later. Wow. That was the fastest reaction I had ever gotten from any doctor. I cannot count the times you educated me on my appointments as to how you would analyze my health information and explain in layman’s terms so I could follow and understand the process of your diagnosis. Once I got it, then I would tell you that sometimes good health doesn’t count for much if you the bad luck of “getting run over by a bread truck”. Little did I know last year on October 20, 2014 as I left your exam room to go back to the front desk, that I probably would never see you Medical Center, Clare about how we are to continue to receive our prescriptions or help in finding a new physician. It appears they do not care about the patients who have been left in the lurch by their actions. For some unknown reason Mid-Michigan Physicians Group forced his resignation because it did not want to support this physician prescribing pain controlling narcotic medications for his patients who badly needed them. To cover this reason they confronted him, using the excuse of a threatening phone call to the hospital from a disgruntled patient, with the ultimatum of resign or be terminated. We wish Dr. Vanderbrook and his family only the best and if he continues practicing medicine his new patients will be most fortunate to have him. Sincerely, Robert L. Barker Weidman, MI Ashamed of our roads Dear Editor, It seems that if you want people to “Travel Michigan” it would behoove you to fix the roads or our vehicles won’t last long enough for us to go anywhere. We’ve had to work all our lives & received no retirement pensions and free vehicles use that most Government workers receive, yet you expect us to pass a law that the WE will pay to have the roads fixed. Shouldn’t that have been foreseen by Government workers long before their benefits? Just returning from a road trip to/from California, I was never so ashamed of Michigan and the condition of our roads! People all across the Country asked & couldn’t understand why anyone would want to live here. Perhaps the $20 you saved by my not answering your questions correctly where completing the survey both online and by telephone, you may be able to fill one pothole somewhere. Susie Hall See page 7A for more letters The Clare County Review - July 10, 2015 - Page 7A Letters Continued from page 6A Planning old fashioned Camp Meeting Dear Editor: Please allow us to introduce ourselves. Our names are Lance and Jeanie Sprague and we live at 310 W. Larch Road, in the beautiful countryside of Harrison, Michigan. Since giving our hearts to the Lord in 2002, we have been asking God to use us in ways that would allow us to be of service to Him and benefit His Kingdom. For the past couple of years we have extended ourselves in discipleship by hosting an old fashioned Revival Camp Meeting on our beautiful property. Please make not that this event is not intended to represent any one denomination, but instead, an opportunity for all Christians to come together and refresh each other for the glory of God, as well as share His love with those who may not know him. Our great Country was founded on God and has been so greatly blessed by Him, however over the past years a few have decided that we can do without Him. Because of this, God’s hand of protection is moving away from the United States. God states in His Word, “If you repent and turn back to me, I will bless you again”. God is merciful and slow to anger, but He will not sit back forever! We are asking for your support through prayer as well as announcing this fantastic event to your congregation and community. Listed below is this year’s itinerary for the 2015 Revival Camp Meeting. Please be sure to save the dates on your calendar. It will be a great time in the Lord! Friday, July 17, 2015 6:00 pm – Potluck nightly + Free hot dogs & chips + Outdoor activities 6:45-7:30 pm – Music featuring “The Yoder Family” 7:45 – 8:30 pm – Guest Speaker: Pastor John Poling (Saginaw, MI PH# 989-928-3570) Cookie Fellowship following evening service Saturday, July 18, 2015 Obituaries Like us on Facebook Read stories, see photos and connect with other readers! The Isabella County Sheriff’s Department responded to a call July 8 that reported a Bald Eagle had The Red Door Thrift Store proceeds help support Joshua’s House Maternity Home, a nonbeen hit by a car in the profit organization designed to meet the needs of pregnant women choosing to preserve life. 1200 block of E. Remus Rd. in Union Township. The eagle was originally found lying in the road. It eventually was able to limp off the road, but could not fly. It appeared Housewares 1006 N. McEwan • Clare, MI 48617 renee@joshuashouseint.org as though it had at least & Dress one broken leg. Pants The DNR was respond07/13/15 - 07/17/15 ed to the scene and took Donation Drop-Off Hours: Tues & Weds. 11 - 4:30 possession of the eagle. Renee´ Jeffords Starting March 9: Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm E XECUTIVE DIRECTOR It was transported and turned over to the Wildlife Recovery Association in Shepherd, MI for rehabilitation. 30% The Red Door Thrift Store OFF 989-424-6052 July 2015 Robert Edward Jerred Robert Edward Jerred, age 91 of Clare, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 8, 2015. Robert was born on February 11, 1924, the son of Walter and Marjorie (Manee) Jerred in Weidman. He was united in marriage to June A. Dawson on August 6, 1960. Robert lived in Clare for most of his life. He served in WWII in Harms of Macomb, Mi, the U.S. Army 2nd Arand brother Kevin and mored “Hell on Wheels” Theresa Kipp of Farwell. Division, serving in He was preceded in death by his parents and his step- France, Germany, Holland, and Belgium. Robfather, Russell Jock. ert was a member of the Private family services Clare United Methodist have been held. A memoChurch. His many work rial will be held on Labor careers included: milk Day weekend at his and testing, Holley-Carburetor, Lora›s home in White school bus driver, Clare Birch. In lieu of flowers Post Office, and custodian; the family asks for donations to benefit Nathan and Robert retired from the Krissy›s education through Clare Public Schools. He loved the great outdoors; Isabella Bank. Arrangements were by Stephenson- fishing, farming, hunting, spending time with Wyman Funeral Homes family, a good practical and an online condolence joke and a Sunday drive register is available visiting friends, family, and at www.stephensonneighbors. wyman.com Robert was predeceased in death by his parents, his sister, Francis, and his loving wife June. He is survived by his children, Richard, Virginia (D.J.) Lloyd, Caroline M. Hewer Caroline M. Hewer, age 83, of Lake, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2015, at the home. She was born the daughter of Floyd and Lucy (Carter) Durkee on June 13, 1932, in Detroit. She married Milton Hewer on Sept. 27, 1958. Caroline had worked for the Burroughs Corporation until her retirement and they retired to Crooked Lake in 1984 from Westland, Michigan. Caroline had enjoyed camping and was quite a “note writer”. She is survived by her husband, Milton. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Allen Durkee. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 7, at 2:00 PM from the Clare Chapel of StephensonWyman Funeral Home, burial took place on Wednesday, July 8, at Eagle hit by car in Isabella County 989-423-0524 • (855)Ride-JAG Gary Lee Harms Gary Lee Harms, age 54 of Farwell, passed away in the comfort of his home on Sunday, July 5. He was born the son of Lester F. and Florence E. (Hawthorne) Harms on June 22, 1961 in Detroit. Gary was currently working as the Maintenance Supervisor for Lear Corp. (formerly Renosol) of Farwell. He moved from from Mt. Clemens, Michigan to Farwell (White Birch Lakes) in 1986 where he met and married his wife Lora, who survives him. Gary had served the residents of Lincoln and Freeman Townships on the Lincoln Twp. Fire Department where he had served as the Assistant Chief and had been named “Fireman of the Year” in 1991. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He is survived by his wife, Lora, children, Martin of Vero Beach, Fla., Jon and Diana of Washington, D.C., Sarah and Mike of St. Louis, Mo., Krissy, and Nate, both of Farwell, his brother David and Theresa 6:00 pm – Potluck nightly + Free hot dogs & chips + Outdoor activities 6:45-7:30 pm – Music featuring “The Yoder Family” 7:45 – 8:30 pm – Guest Speaker: Pastor John Poling (Saginaw, MI PH# 989-928-3570) Cookie Fellowship following evening service Sunday, July 19, 2015 6:00 pm – Potluck nightly + Free hot dogs & chips + Outdoor activities 6:45-7:30 pm – Music featuring “The Yoder Family” 7:45 – 8:30 pm – Guest Speaker: Rev. Birt Cooper (St. Johns, MI PH# 989224-2875) Cookie Fellowship following evening service There will be FREE (self-contained) camping available for anyone interested. Daily fun activities for both children and adults include: crafts, swimming, volleyball, hayrides and campfires. In Christ’s Love, Lance and Jeanie Sprague July 25th - Saturday - $26 each, $20 back - GREEKTOWN OR DETROIT EASTERN MARKET July 31st - Friday - $28 each, $60 back - LITTLE RIVER AND SOARING EAGLE CASINOS August 2015 August 6th - Thursday - $68 each - TIGERS v. ROYALS August 8th - Saturday - $58 each - MYSTERY TRIP Farwell Family Dentistry Susan (Kevin) Junge, Priscilla (Mike) Zastrow, all of Clare, his nephews, niece, 6 grandchildren, and 1 great grandchild. Visitation and services will be held at the Clare Chapel of Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home. Visitation will be Sunday July 12 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. Funeral Services with Pastor John Kasper officiating will be held Monday July 13 at 11 A.M. Burial will be in the Cherry Grove Cemetery immediately following. A luncheon will be held at the Clare United Methodist Church. Memorials can be made to Hospice Advantage or to the family, to assist with medical expenses. Online condolences may be left at www.stephensonwyman.com 301 W. Main Farwell 989-588-4121 • Open Mon-Thursday 8-5 Accepting New Patients Most Insurance Accepted Dr. Colleen Quesada Dr. Elizabeth Winegar Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home 2 Locations to serve you Lawrence D. Wyman, Jr. Michael Fetzer Clare • 386-7451 Oakland Hills Memorial Gardens in Novi. Friends met with her family on Tuesday from 11 AM until 2:00 PM. Memorials may be directed to the Disabled American Veterans Association. FUN DAY IN THE PARK What: Free Games & Activities, Face Painting, Free Food, Giveaways & Prizes, Community Resources. When: Friday, July 17, 2015 from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Where: Shamrock Park, 221 Wilcox Parkway, Clare For more info contact: For information, contact Shawna Roskoski at 989-386-3805, ext. 1052. • Fire & Smoke Damage Repair • Water extraction • Structural drying • Storm Damage GOLF OUTING The 9th Annual Clare High School Hall of Fame Golf Outing will be held on July 24th at Snow Snake Ski and Golf Resort. 9:00 AM. Shotgun start. Scramble format. $65.00 includes Golf, Cart, Buffet Dinner and Great Prizes. Contact the Athletic Director’s Office for more information. (989) 386-1224, or contact Doug Haggart (989) 429-3942. • Tarp & board up • Restoration construction G LORIA ’ S H AIR C ARE • Demolition • New Construction PERM SPECIAL $23.00 OPEN: TUES.-THURS. BY APPT. 588.9117 1 MILE EAST OF FARWELL ON US-10 Farwell • 588-9630 Call:800/234-0800 www.DeShanoRestoration.com Now Available! Factory Direct Savings Up to 50% OFF on Caskets, Cremation Vaults & Urns 325 Commerce Ct. • P.O. 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Direct Current Specialist Custom or Rebuilt Starters & Alternators DIRECT CURRENT SPECIALIST Steve Gramza Serving Mid-Michigan for over 37 years 5550 North Nottawa Farwell, MI 48622 989-588-0100 • 40-year Warranty • • 20 Different Colors • • 29 or 26 Guage • 5145 N.Mission Rd. Rosebush 989-433-5705 • Competitive Pricing • Manufacturing High Quality Metal Roofing Pole Barn Siding, Trim & Accessories • Custom Cut to length • • Fast Service • Section B July 10, 2015 New barn adds to area landscape Morning of July 5, 2015 Photo by Steve Landon By Steve Landon The Fourth of July is a chance to get out and celebrate America’s birthday with parades, picnics, barbeques and more, however for many members of the local Amish community July 4, 2015 was a work day. Bright and early Saturday morning an army of buggies and Amish craftsmen descended upon a farm on Grass Lake Road southeast of Clare to raise a barn. Hitting the long task at hand like a finely turned team, young and old worked from dawn to dusk to get the job done converting a former swine farm into a dairy operation. At 8:00 a.m. a concrete lower level with its massive floor was all that stood. By the end of the work day a full size barn complete with finished roof stood proudly in the setting sun awaiting finishing touches. A structure just a bit to the east of the main barn was also built. Thanks to another group of dedicated hard working Amish the area has a beautiful old style barn on the rural landscape to view for generations to come. Right: Afternoon of July 4, 2015 Photo by Steve Landon Afternoon of July 4, 2015 Afternoon of July 4, 2015 Morning of July 5, 2015 Photo by Steve Landon Photo by Steve Landon Morning of July 4, 2015, Youngsters look on as elders work. Morning of July 4, 2015 Photo by Steve Landon Photo by Steve Landon Morning of July 4, 2015 Morning of July 4, 2015 Photo by Steve Landon Photo by Steve Landon Morning of July 4, 2015 Morning of July 4, 2015 Page 2B - The Clare County Review - July 10, 2015 Pioneers win 10 out of 10 Clare 8U Lady Pioneers received 1st place in all three tournaments that they were in this season. Out of 10 games played, they had 10 wins outscoring opponents 173-69. Back row: Alyssa Carl Schwind accepts a check from Angie Meylan, Christina Garrett, Dawn St. Germaine Brandon, Kaydence Pung, and Dylan Atwell, making MacLean Mercantile a 2015 Clare County Fair Sponsor! Madison Jones, Lyndsie Lemke, Kenna Barber, Bailey Seibt, Taylor Seibt, Kara Forsberg, Morgan Campbell, Marin McCullough. Front row: Tessa Kelly, Addison McMillan. MacLeans named Fair sponser Check out our website for even more Ribbon cutting for CMHCM set news Open House for new the new community Mental at 3 p.m. with the Open you can Mental Health bld. Health for Central MichiHouse, hors d’oeuvres, and A Ribbon Cutting Cergan and the Central Michi- tours of the new building use. emony and Open House is gan Mental Health Fawill follow from 3:30 to 5 set for Thursday July 17 to celebrate the opening of cilities Board. The Ribbon p.m. The public is welCutting Ceremony will held come to attend. Schrader honored by MMI The MMI Employee of the Month for July is Jay Schrader. Jay is a versatile employee who has been with MMI since 1992. He is able to cover for anyone in Transitional Employment (TE) and in MMI’s shipping area. He often works in multiple positions during a day and sometimes all at the same time. Jay handles all of the shipping for MMI’s Solar Ez contract that is produced by MMI’s Clare manufacturing. Jay is also able to do deliveries or driving that may arise at times. Jay is a very valuable asset to the TE department. Jay has repeatedly shown that he has the best interests of MMI in mind. We are The Clare County REVIEW www.clarecountyreview.com r’s o l y Lost Haven Campground Ta 5300 Townhall Road • Beaverton • 989-435-7623 Presents... 2nd Annual Redneck Games July 18 & 19 Fun • Prizes Craft Vendors Our Sponsors: - Crystal Flash - S & H Engraving - Genes Power Equipment - Northwoods 1st Annual Rib & Brisket Cookoff Wholesale Outlet Like us on Facebook - Guiett’s Portajohn www.taylorslosthavencampground.com Rental and Services Want to get our News sent to your e-mail box for free? 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Just send an e-mail to us at: ccr.mpe.edition@gmail.com to start your FREE email subscription - you’ll always have the news at your fingertips! C Clare County Review Serving all of Clare County 105 W. Fourth Street Clare, Michigan 48617 Phone; 989-386-4414 The Clare County Review - July 10, 2015 - Page 3B The handiwork of Contemporary Quilter Diane Mooradian and paintings by Sandy Doherty will be featured during a six-week show at the 515 Gallery in Downtown Clare. The show begins Saturday July 11 as part of the ART-mazing Race, an event featuring the Gallery and 12 other businesses in a special tour. “Patterns and Places” begins By Pat Maurer Correspondent tending quilting workshops taught by nationally known quilters. The ART-mazing Race Her beautiful quilts are in Clare Saturday evening based on traditional patalso marks the opening of terns with contemporary a six week show featurcolorations, she said. She ing the beautiful paintings continued that she is now of Sandy Doherty and the interested in the “Art Quilt fantastic quilts crafted by Movement.” Diane Mooradian. The show will begin Both are local artists Saturday evening at 7 p.m. known far and wide for with a “beat the clock” their craft. event. While surrounded Sandy, the wife of A.J. by the artwork of Doherty Doherty of the Doherty and Mooradian, and listenHotel, has been painting ing to musical performance since grade school, she of Casey Lane, Sandy and said. “I won my first award, local sculptors Ted Evans State recognition, when I and Ian Humphre will race was in the seventh grade. I against time to complete have always been drawing their artistic compositions and painting and learned by 9 p.m. from workshops by profesMeanwhile, attendees sionals over the years. will be able to make silent Her art has been shown auction bids. Winners of in Clare and Hawaii and the silent auction bids will had been sold all over the take home the original artworld. work created that evening. Diane said she began Funds raised during the quilting with a baby quilt charity silent auction will she started in 1976. “I become a scholarship for finished it 19 years later,” music lessons at Central she said. Michigan Music in Clare. The interest was always Other downtown busithere though and about 20 nesses will be joining years ago she started atthe fun that evening and creating their own events and “artistic endeavors.” Anyone can join the fun by picking up a “travel passport” at the Gallery and visiting the White House, Cops and Doughnuts, the Candy Company, Brewin’ on McEwan, Apple Tree Lane, Millie’s Downtown, Central Michigan Music, JT Bakers, Stitches for Britches, Desired Skin Tattoos, the Doherty Hotel and Made With Loving Hands. Each business will feature a unique creative event during the two-hour tour and “tourists” can get their passports stamped before returning to the 515 Gallery and earn a chance to win a special ART-mazing prize. The whole day will be a special one in Clare, because from 1 to 3 p.m. the Garden Tour will be happening all around the city. Attendees will tour six beautiful gardens in and around town and have a chance to tour the historic Tateman House on State Street as well. Tickets for the tour are available at the Doherty Hotel. ////////2015 ////////POLARIS /////////////RANGER /////////////XP////900 /////// ///2015 ////////POLARIS //////////////SPORTSMAN ///////////////////570 /////// STOP BY TODAY FOR INCREDIBLE OFFERS AND NOW SAVE OVER NOW UNBEATABLE SERVICE. 10,998 $ 2,500 5,248 * $ $ SAVE OVER 1,350 * $ CYCLE WORKS 900 NORTH HWY 27 ROOPVILLE, GA M-55 Houghton Lake, MI | 989.366.8400 www.spicersboatcity.com *Plus freight & prep. After rebate. 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Clare Ave • Clare, MI 48617 Fax: 989-266-3222 info@rrdrywallinsulation.com Phone: 989-386-7606 4141 Dan Drive Get out of the city and into the north. cute 2 bed 1 ba in the heart of orv and snowmobile trails $36,000 For photos Text: T101178 To: 85377 606 Eola 2 bed 1 bath with attached 2 car garage and detached pole barn. Close to town just off paved road $37,500 210 W Elder Hunt, fish, swim, canoe, Relax...78 secluded acres, 2000' on Muskegon River, newer rustic cedar shake cabin. $290,000 50 acres Stockwell Building site with maximum seclusion. Nicely wooded parcel not far from town. $69,900 For photos Text: T647076 To: 85377 3200 Monroe Road 82A rolling, wooded, surveyed, county rd on 2 sides, old hunting cabin w/well, ponds, 30% open w/apple trees. $100,000 For photos Text: P180284 To: 85377 4887 Highland Court 540sf full of potential! 2 BD with loft needs finished, kitchen cabinets are there, bath is started. $12,500 For photos Text: T521963 To: 85377 NHN Finley Lake Rd Not too far but just far enough, a perfect 2.43 acre parcel. Build a dream home or camp and relax on weekends. $13,000 For photos Text: T11821058 To: 85377 100-02 Grant Avenue 1 acre corner lot near Budd Lake boat launch, clear and build a home with lake views. $13,800 For photos Text P678383 to 85377 303 Robert 155x200 ft vacant lot. Close to 1000's of Acres of State Land and Trail Heads $3,900 For photos Text: T101153 To: 85377 Lot 33 Maple Trail Level building or camping lot not far from state land, trails, all sport lakes and an 18 hole golf course. $4,500 For photos Text: P620309 To: 85377 nhn Clare Avenue Commercial lot in high traffic area on main road in city of Harrison. Prime location for new business. $29,900 For photos Text: T275761 To: 85377 707 Woodsdale Dr Family living space 4 bed 2.5 bths, great room with wet bar and fenced back yard on approx 1.5 acres $74,900 For photos Text: P508351 To: 85377 4934-4946 Lakepoint Get TWO Cranberry Lakefront homes for one great combined cash sale price. Move in ready, garage,120'on canal. $138,500 For photos Text P680172 to 85377 622 Ridge Road Room for all the family inside and out. Great views of Long Lake and sandy beach. Pole barn garage $160,000 For photos Text: T101173 To: 85377 Lot 36 Lakeview Views of Little Long Lake on paved road NG available, just outside of the city limits. 82x192x77x199ft $2,000 For photos Text: T101297 To: 85377 4541 Lake Station 11 acres comes with 3BD 1BA with professional landscaping, many trees flowers and flowering trees. Big garage $129,000 For photos Text P674048 to 85377 Harrison office: (989) 539-2261 Lake George office: (989) 588-6171 Fax: (989) 539-9770 3212 Timberlane Great little rustic get a way cottage on 2.37 acres. Perfect place to spend the weekends with the family. $15,900 For photos Text P678232 to 85377 4827 Wildwood Get away retreat with all the fixins. Come enjoy the north with lake access to all sports lake $19,900 For photos Text: P664625 To: 85377 2522 Windermere Peace & quiet come with this 2 BD mobile home. Attached heated garage with work space. Lake of the Pines perks $24,900 For photos Text: P651453 To: 85377 1355 Christine 2 BD, 1 BA cute as a button...charming up north cabin with deeded access to Lily Lake. $36,900 For photos Text P664632 to 85377 4875 Knollwood 720 sf 3 BD Vacation get away with lake access affordable up north retreat $38,500 For photos Text P664624 to 85377 3362 Meadow Brook Dr Secluded 3BR 2 BA Modular with unfinished basement, 2 car garage, natural gas, all just outside of town. $64,000 For photos Text: P651724 To: 85377 207 Barbara Road Very charming well maintained 2BD, 1BA MFG home has a 2 car pole barn with concrete floor and shed $69,900 For photos Text P673382 to 85377 22.1 Acres Temple Dr This rolling wooded parcel is located on winding country paved road in a desirable location near town. $70,000 For photos Text P664628 to 85377 9267 Townline Lake Road You are sure to have luck at "Campwanna Buck". 30 acres, 10 blinds, 6 bunks, and 225ft along 2 rivers. $79,899 For photos Text: P649851 To: 85377 10240 Cathleen 3 Bed cabin or home in the heart of the north. State land and trails close by along with the river. $79,900 For photos Text P674049 to 85377 2301 Buck Lane Convenient country home, 3BD, 2BA, FP, finished walkout bsm't, LP & wood furnaces, 1.5 acres, fenced area. $82,500 For photos Text P657107 to 85377 9725 Doe Road Well maintained 2 bdrm Cottage/Home on the Muskegon River, open floor plan with great views of the river. $83,000 For photos Text P666226 to 85377 3181 Tice Trail Secluded 3BD 1.5 BA home, 5+ acres, 2 car att garage, 47x19 barn & shed. Back deck for coffee & deer gazing. $84,900 For photos Text P671058 to 85377 245 Second 1741SF on main level, handsome interior ideal for office or retail + 1141sf upper level storage and curb appeal. $87,500 For photos Text P364050 to 85377 9704 Hughes Drive Custom built home/cottage with 285' on the Muskegon River. Lot adjoins state land near trail heads. $97,000 For photos Text: P521629 To: 85377 5280 Blueberry Drive Fisherman's cabin w/5" well, easy to keep & easy to buy! $5K dn, $5K per yr next 2 years, zero interest $15,000 For photos Text P659383 to 85377 6657 Circle Chalet w/FP, 2 bd/1 ba & 109 ft on Sand Lake channel has 3 stall pole barn, heated rec rm w/bar & bathroom. $135,000 For photos Text P676590 to 85377 231 Sunny Ridge Road 100' sandy Lakefront on Halfmoon Lake with 2 living areas, 2 fireplaces, 2 possible 3Bd's & 2 kitchens. $139,900 For photos Text P295252 to 85377 1340 Hillcrest Great deal for a waterfront home on an all sport lake, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 85' of sandy beach on a large lot. $164,900 For photos Text: P664627 To: 85377 Mannsiding Road Hunters! 90 acres on paved road, lots of deer blinds, hills, trails, acorns, mature hardwoods & some poplar. $225,000 For photos Text P661955 to 85377 NHN Clarwin Ave WOW! Beautiful, serene 14 + acres on Cedar River. Grab your canoe and start enjoying life on the river. $65,000 For photos Text: P190576 To: 85377 Lot 104 Elmwood Camp or build on corner lot with Springwood Lakes access for fishing, boating and swimming. Park like setting. $5,000 For photos Text: T11848415 To: 85377 101 Springwood Dr Bring your RV and enjoy Springwood Lakes access with this improved lot with well & septic, elect, slab, sheds. $14,000 For photos Text: T11848414 To: 85377 Mannsiding Road Building parcel on part of nice pond w/paved road frontage. Watch deer, duck, geese and occasional eagle. $15,000 For photos Text: T225452 To: 85377 4277 Oakley Handyman special on 2 lots near town w/ natural gas. Once remodeled, it would make a great cabin/home/rental. $15,000 For photos Text: P239232 To: 85377 ON Easement Parcel In the City of Harrison for building 330x1320. Priced under SEV. $15,900 For photos Text: T101126 To: 85377 100-08 Coolidge 2.6 acre parcel, 24x32 tin pole barn. Electric pole, old well and old septic in unknown condition. $15,900 For Photos Text: P261375 To: 85377 1344 Christine An acre w/well, septic, elec & conc slab. Beach access all-sports Lily lake. 30 ft camper. camp or build $15,900 For photos Text: P284363 To: 85377 4965 Woodsdale Cranberry Lake retreat, adorable 1bd, 1ba, new well, appliances, furnishings, wood stove, knotty pine, shed too $19,900 For photos Text: T101093 To: 85377 Lot 147 Sandy Shores Well kept park model in Sandy Shores Resort. Enjoy the all the amenities the association has to offer. $19,900 For photos Text: T101155 To: 85377 4455 Oak Flats 1 bedroom cottage not far from town. Open floor plan, full bath and Natural Gas. Make this your week end retreat. $19,900 For photos Text: T1524464 To: 85377 11932 George Lake Rd Well built and maintained cottage close to state land. This 2 BD cabin is being sold by the original owner. $19,900 For photos Text: T1907120 To: 85377 White Pine Ridge Level building lot in a site condo development at Tamarack Golf Course, an 18 hole course in central Michigan. $29,900 90 Sandy Shores Drive 1988 1BD Park model in Sandy Shores Resort. Camping made simple with lake access and other perks. $18,000 For photos Text: P261376 To: 85377 Red Pine Ridge Level building lot on an 18 hole golf course in Northern Michigan. $17,900 For Photos Text: T101144 To: 85377 4190 Southwood Walk to beach. 1 bed, 1 bath home w beach access & laundrygreat values for the price $19,900 For photos Text: T797149 To: 85377 2155 Doe Court Large double lot w/exist gar & crawl for Manuf home. Well & Septic on location. Private at end of deadend road $21,000 For Photos Text: P239231 To: 85377 2456 Stockwell Two unit (mobiles) investment opportunity. One 2 BD unit, one 3B unit. Corner lot, some updates. $21,000 For photos Text P270258 to 85377 6931 Swallow 2/3 BD bungalow with lake access. Large lot and nice outdoor space with deck. near state land $22,000 For photos Text: P597239 to: 85377 5387 Deerwood Adorable 1BD, 1BA, steel roof, vinyl siding, full bath, open concept, ceramic tile, laminate, appliances $23,900 For photos Text: P590145 To: 85377 2261 Oakridge All set for your future home, this lot in nice community has 24x32 garage, cement slab, well, septic and NG. $24,900 For photos Text: T1611737 To: 85377 4802 Wildwood 2 bdrm 1 bath home/cottage with deeded lake access. This can be used year around or for week end get a ways. $24,900 For photos Text: P279409 To: 85377 213 Park 1 BD cabin, det garage converted into guest room or hobby workshop. 0.71 acre lot. $24,900 For photos Text: T772349 To: 85377 nhn Ball Avenue 10.1 wooded acres near town, lakes, and state land, Great location to build or camp. $25,000 For photos Text: T537878 To: 85377 2921 Cherry Grove 2 bedroom mobile on a nice lot across the street from Lily Lake wit a private subdivision beach and park. $25,900 For photos Text: T1524602 To: 85377 4059 Oak Flats Updated 2BD cottage, 522 sf, natural gas. Not too far from town, trails, lakes and state land. Good starter! $25,900 For Photos Text: T100844 To: 85377 TBD Clare Avenue Build your dream house on a nice level building lot overlooking the 5th fairway of the Tamarack Golf Course. $25,900 For photos Text: P281113 To: 85377 B & C Long Lake Road 1.77 acres on paved road backing to Tamaracks Golf Course and close to Long Lake. Driveway is in, lot cleared. $15,000 For photos Text: T360224 To: 85377 588 Judy Nice and neat 1 BD cottage just off a paved rd. Newer siding, windows, shingles flooring and more. $25,900 For photos Text P302784 to 85377 Page 4B - The Clare County Review - July 10, 2015 Community Events Upcoming events should be submitted at least 2 weeks in advance. Email to info@ClareCountyReview.com VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Bring your friends for an exciting journey through the seven days of creation on July 13 – 18, from 9am – 12 pm at the Edenville SDA Church, 6530 Sandy Ridge Drive, Hope, MI 48628. Ages 5 – 12. There will be activities, creative crafts, bible stories, health adventure, memory fun and science experiments. For more information contact 989-578-2624. OLD FASHION REVIVAL CAMP MEETING July 17, 18 and 19 (Friday, Saturday & Sunday.) At 6:00 there will be a potluck (hot dogs provided). At 6:45 there will be music by the Yoder family and at 7:30 you will hear from special speakers (John Poling & Birt Cooper). Free camping (Self Contained) with daily activities. God is good! 310 W. Larch Road, Harrison. Lance & Jeanie Sprague 539-3210. SUMMER LOVIN’ PET ADOPTION DAY! Volunteers from the Clare County Animal Shelter will bring family-friendly, homeless pets to Tractor Supply on Pickard across from the water park in Mt Pleasant on Saturday, July 11 from 11 am to 3 pm. Some fees are reduced from those charged for adoptions at the shelter for off-site adoption days. Our shelter is FULL of wonderful pets looking for someone to love who will love them back! 989-539-3221. MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Buccilli’s Pizza of Clare is teaming up with Operation Christmas Child! July 20, 2015 (all day) Buccilli’s will donate a portion of its sales to support Operation Christmas Child locally. This includes both take out and ordering in. If you have any questions please call Kristi Thornton 989-386-9329. TOUR OF HONOR Mid-Michigan Honor Flight has announced plans for a second flight this year to bring World War II veterans to Washington, D.C., for a “Tour of Honor.” The second flight will be Oct. 13 from Traverse City. WWII and Korean War veterans or their families to sign up as soon as possible to get on the list for an upcoming flight. Any terminally ill veteran can also submit an application for immediate consideration. For applications or more information, visit the Mid-Michigan Honor Flight website at www. midmichiganhonorflight. c o m h t t p : / / w w w. midmichiganhonorflight.com or its Facebook pagehttps:// w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / midmichiganhonorflight. Veterans or their families can also email info@ midmichiganhonorflight. com<mailto:info@ midmichiganhonorflight. com> or call Tricia Donegan at 231-803-4255. SONWORLD ADVENTURE PARK VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Join us for SonWorld Adventure Park Vacation Bible School. Where? Colonville Bible Church, 7233 E. Colonville Road, Clare, MI When? July 20th-24th, 2015 from 5:30 p.m.-8:15 p.m. each evening. Grades K-6. Contact: Director Margaret Brewer 989-588-6628. FAMILY FUN ON THE FARM Clare County Farm Bureau is holding Family Fun on the Farm on August 15th from 11 am – 3 pm. at Kitty Kurtis Farm located at 3510 West Temple, Harrison, MI. The event is open to the public and will include lots of family fun activities. There is also a free lunch for all attendees. The event will allow attendees an opportunity to learn more about agriculture and how the products they consume are produced. CLARE SIDEWALK SALES Clare’s annual Sidewalk Sales will be held next Friday, July 17 from 9 to 5 and again on Saturday, July 18 from 9-5 all over the community. Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. will be the Chamber’s Fun Day at Shamrock Park COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE Community Blood Drive on Satruday, July 18th from 9:00am till 1:00pm at Living Hope Lutheran Church at 2855 W. Cadillac Dr., Farwell, (West of Carrow’s on M-115). Enough donors will allow us to donate money to the Farwell Area Scholarship Fund. the Pere Marquette Districrt Library at 989-386-7576. Friday July 31st 10:30 Busy Bees Story Time – Pere Marquette District Library Play, Read and Create during our weekly program for toddlers and preschoolers! Each week HARRISON LIBRARY we begin with a free play EVENTS SCHEDULE Wednesday, July 22nd time, and then we listen to 2pm Eat, Drink, READ! a story and work on a craft or activity. Each week will For ages 12 and up Come take the dare to have a new “super” theme. eat some crazy, weird, and No registration needed. maybe icky foods from Drop ins are welcome. For more information please call books you’ve read! Please register by calling the Pere Marquette District the Harrison District Library Library at 989-386-7576. at 989-539-6711. VACATION BIBLE Tuesday, July 28th at SCHOOL 10:30 a.m. Nano Science St. Luke Lutheran Church with the Discovery will host Camp Discovery Museum The Mt Pleasant Vacation Bible School daily Discovery Museum will bring beginning Monday, July 13th some hands-on activities through July 17th from 5:30 that explore all things super p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Our small! For more information Camp Discovery Vacation please call the Library at Bible School is designed for children ages 3-12. 989-539-6711. We begin each day Tuesday, July 28th 2:00 pm. Super FREE Super with a kid-pleasing dinner followed by our TreeMovie Join us for a “super” mendous Opening with FREE movie event each S’more Fun Songs, Treetop Tuesday at 2:00 pm. Stay Storytelling – where the cool in the library and watch children hear true accounts a “super” movie. To find out from God’s Word, Splash more information please call and Dash Games, Big the Harrison District Library Timber Bible Challenge, and Wilderness Crafts. at 989-539-6711. There is no charge to Wednesday, July 29th 10:30 Super Hero Story attend. Come and meet Time – Harrison District new friends and learn every evening about the amazing Library Each week we’ll be doing grace of Jesus and His a Super Special Story time great love for YOU! Would for kids of all ages, complete you like to know more? Go with activities, songs, and to our church webpage at of course, books! No www.stlukeharrison.com. registration needed. Drop On our page you can ins are welcome. For more follow a link to register information please call the online. Or call the St. Luke Harrison District Library at Lutheran Church office at 539-6312 Monday through 989-539-6711. Thursday, July 30th 6:30 Thursday between 9:00 pm-9:00pm Teen and a.m. and 2:00 p.m. You can Tween After Hours Party also register at the door beginning at 5:00 p.m. St. for ages 12 and up. Pizza, Ice Cream! Luke Lutheran Church is Games! Music! And it’s located at 616 South Fourth after the library closes, so Street in Harrison. Take you’ll have the library to First Street three blocks yourselves! Don’t miss this south of the light and follow fun time (after hours) call the signs. the Harrison District Library SWISS STEAK DINNER at 989-539-3711 to register. The public is invited to the next Swiss Steak Dinner PERE MARQUETTE to be held at the Farwell LIBRARY EVENTS Wednesday, July 30th United Methodist Church, 2:00 p.m. Teen Coffee 281 E. Ohio St., on Thurs. July 16 from 4:30-6:00 p.m. Shop/Open Mic Night Come hang out with us The cost is $9 for adults, $5 as we turn the lower level for children for a delicious of the library into a coffee meal of swiss steak, shop! Hang out with your mashed potatoes and gravy, friends, enjoy free snacks hot vegetable, rolls, cole and drinks, or find a relaxing slaw, dessert and beverage. corner to read. We will TRAP SHOOT also have an open mic, for The Lake George those who are interested in showcasing their writing, Boosters Club, located musical or acting skills. at 89 S. Bringold Ave, Please register by calling Lake George, would like 391 S. Webber St., Farwell • 989-588-2222 www.whitmansharpening.com • Open Monday-Friday Now Open in Farwell Professional grooming in our state of the art grooming facility. Vast selection of grooming supplies Bring in this ad for $10.00 OFF a grooming FIRST TIME CUSTOMERS ONLY to invite the public to their Summer Trap Shoot. They shoot Thursday’s, at5:00pm.The shooting will run through September 24. Young shooters are also welcome. For additional information please call Mike 989-854-4902. FOOD DISTRIBUTION Free Food Distribution on Saturday, July 11th at the Clare County Building Parking Lot in Harrison The next Clare County Food Distribution and Nutritional Education event is Saturday, July 11th. Registration for the free food distribution will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Harrison Palace Senior Center (former Knights of Columbus Hall) at 212 S. Broad St. The food will be distributed in the parking lot of the Clare County Building beginning at approximately 11:00 a.m. All who want food will receive it as long as supplies last with the limitation of one food package per household. Also, nutritionists will be there providing healthy eating tips and recipes. Please bring your own reusable bags, boxes, or baskets if you can. There may be a long wait, so if you need to sit, please bring a chair. This month’s food distribution is sponsored in part by Chemical Bank. The monthly events are conducted by the Community Nutrition Network. For more information about the monthly free food distribution and nutritional education events, the Community Nutrition Network, and how you can help combat hunger in Clare County, contact Nancy Petree at petree@anr.msu. edu or at (989) 539-7805 ext. 3201. THE ART OF GARDENING Sponsored by the Clare County Arts Council. Saturday, July 11, 2015, 10:00 a.m. till 3:00 p.m. Tickets $8.00 per person in advance; $10.00 if purchased on the day of event. Questions call Carol at 989-386-3861 FSA REPORTS The Farm Service Agency (FSA) reporting deadline for crop year 2015 is July 15. Contact the Gladwin/ Clare FSA office to schedule an appointment. Filing an accurate acreage report for all crops and land uses, including failed acreage and preventative planting acreage, is required for many FSA programs. Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP), Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage Program (ARCPLC), Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) and commodity loans require yearly acreage reporting. Failure to report acres may result in a loss of benefits. Late fees will be charged for any crop 989•329•1366 989•539•356 Fax 989•539•3304 Cell Harrison, Mi. ent weather FARWELL VETERANS MEETING The Farwell Veterans of Foreign Wars meets every month on the 2nd Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. They meet at the Clare County Senior Community Center at the N.E. Side. For more information call the Farwell VFW Commander. 989.588.6411. FARWELL’S ARTS/ CRAFT FARMERS MARKET Now Open: July 11th Scavenger Hunt 10am, July 25th Lumberjack Festival, August 29th Carnival 10am, September 26th Harvest Party 10am Crispy Crunchy Kids Club Weekly. POWER CAMP Children ages 5-12 are invited to come out for a faith-filled Sports Camp on July 20-24. Sports will include basketball, football, gymnastics, track/cross country, baseball/softball, and soccer. Registration is currently available at Clare Assembly of God, 3557 E. Colonville Rd., Clare, or you may register at Clare High School on July 19 between 5-6 pm. You may call Clare Assembly of God at 386-3232 for further information. DOUG'S SMALL ENGINE Celebrating 35 Years NOW ONLY STIHL Weed Whip $ 95 129 5293 E. Pickard, Mt. Pleasant 989/773-0059 ar Chededse Che $ 3.30lb uffed . Jet-P Kraft hmallows Mars . z. pkg o 0 1 89 SURREY DISCOUNT OODS FOO LLC $. CEREAL • COFFEE • POPCORN CANNED VEGETABLES PRODUCE • BAKING SUPPLIES MEATS • CHEESE DAIRY PRODUCTS • PIZZA 989-802-1245 8989 Tobacco Dr. • Clare, MI 48617 Hours: Monday-Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pediatrician Welcomes Patients in Houghton Lake Lyndsy McMorrow, D.O., is a pediatrician at MidMichigan Community Health Services. She will be accepting new pediatric patients at MidMichigan Health Park - Houghton Lake, 9249 W. Lake City Road. Dr. McMorrow has a special interest in asthma, allergies, childhood obesity and preventive medicine. by 1•800•541•3974 CLARE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES LINEUP ANNOUNCED! Load up your lawn chairs and join us for live music under the water tower at the Clare City Park on Thursday evenings from 6-8 p.m., The 2015 Summer Concert Series is a free event and will feature many new bands! July 16 The Harpers Acoustic Folk Sponsored by: Clare County Arts Council July 23 Country Express Country, Gospel & Variety Sponsored by: Bella Home Care & Meridian Senior Living July 30 Gabe Couch Blues and Rock Sponsored by: Dollar Daze August 6 Cool Lemon Jazz. Jazz Sponsored by: Tendercare Clare August 27 Exit 95 Classic Rock and Variety Sponsored by: Central Michigan Music All concerts to be held at Clare City Park. Concerts will be cancelled in the case of inclem- CHILDRENS CARNIVAL Come join us for the 2nd Annual Children’s Carnival at The Gathering United Methodist Church. It will be held July 18th, 2015 from 12:00 - 3:00 PM at 426 N. First Street in Harrison. This event is totally free! METAL ROOFS POLE BUILDINGS & FENCING ... IOM’S POLE BUILDING reports filed after the July 15 deadline. All crops must be planted prior to filing the acreage report, the software requires a planting date. Contact the Gladwin/ Clare FSA office at 989426-9461, to schedule an appointment. Dr. McMorrow received her medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her pediatric residency at University Hospital Rainbow Babies and Children. Lyndsy McMorrow, D.O. Pediatrician By choosing a pediatrician at MidMichigan Health Park Houghton Lake, you’ll enjoy many extra benefits, such as affordable care with a sliding fee scale, prescription discounts for those who qualify and on-site lab, Urgent Care, specialty appointments and more. To make an appointment, call (989) 422-5122. Congratulations Gert! We’d also like to congratulate the runners up, Bronx and Daisy! Thanks to everyone who participated in the Cutest Pet Contest. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for other contests and promotions! Here’s what some of our followers had to say on Facebook about Gert: “Gooooo Gert!! You are #1 in my book! When I think of a winner, I literally think of your face.” “Gert’s cute face just makes it a happy Thursday!” “Gert is the best!! Pretty girl.” “My neighbor is in love with Gert’s face!! Love her!!” “So. Cute! Just have to love Gert’s face!” Reflections The brief note I received from a friend thanking me for calling revealed the depth of his depression. Knowing he was going through a difficult experience, I had called to ask how he was holding up and to encourage him. “Sometimes you feel so alone and wonder if anyone cares,” his note read. Perhaps you feel alone and depressed. If so, remember many feel as you do today. And for a variety of reasons. Negative influences impact us daily. We experience physical and emotional pain, face conflicts with disagreeable people, receive unwanted bills in the mail and, even on drives to relax, pass hospitals and cemeteries, those silent reminders that all is not well with the world. As I approached the check-out counter, the clerk’s name tag caught my eye. “Faith,” it read, introducing its bearer to each customer who came through the line. “What a nice name!” I exclaimed. “Faith makes heaven sure.” “My parents gave me a hard name to live by,” she replied. “Are you going through True Faith By Roger Campbell Ministries a tough time?” I asked. “Oh, yes!” she said. Handing her some faith building reading, I left this troubled woman with the most encouraging words I know: “Remember God loves you.” I wanted her to know that our loving Lord has assured those who trust Him they will never be alone. Faith needed faith. But the faith that lifts from depression and drives away loneliness does not rest in itself. Instead it is anchored securely in God. Even strong faith would be worthless if the object of our faith were not strong. Standing on the bank of the storied Mississippi, I looked up at the break in the bridge that spanned the river not far away. A heavy truck had been too much for the structure and a section of it had given way just after the fortunate truck driver had crossed safely to the other side. There had been nothing wrong with the driver’s faith, for he had risked all in making that crossing. But the bridge was not worthy of his faith. Though he had escaped with his life, the bridge was broken by the load placed on it. Our Lord is unlike that Read News Online! www.clarecountyreview.com bridge. He will not fail. Great faith is built on the conviction that God loves us, hears our prayers and is able to do anything. Too many of us say we believe this but do not act on it. A.W. Tozer, the late prolific author of Christian classics called this “pseudo faith,” writing: “Pseudo faith always arranges a way out to serve in case God fails it. Real faith knows only one way and gladly allows itself to be stripped of makeshift substitutes. For true faith, it is either God or total collapse. And not since Adam first stood up on earth has God failed a single man or woman who trusted Him.” True faith must be more than a name or a profes- sion. It must exist in the heart! Roger Campbell was an author, a broadcaster and columnist who was a pastor for 22 years. Contact us at rcministry@ameritech.net • 2” and 4” Well Repair • 5” PVC Wells Drilled • Water Pump Sales and Service Brett Dodd • Owner/Driller 989.539.8505 5323 N. Old State • Harrison Reg.No. 18-1995 doddwells.com Stutzman METAL ROOFING & SIDING SALES Metal Roofing Summer $ 1.85 Special Sale linear Clip and Save Gert voted winner of Cutest REVIEW Pet Contest The Clare County Review - July 10, 2015 - Page 5B foot • Lifetime Warranty • Baked on Paint • Fast Turnaround • Statewide Delivery • 18+ Colors 5% Discount w/ this ad on • Check our prices before you metal roofing accessories only purchase elsewhere Reuben Stutzman • 9736 Tobacco Dr., Clare • 989-386-3013 Like us on Facebook PUBLICATION OF HEARING State of Michigan 55thJudicial Circuit Family Division Case No. 14-067-NA Runners up Bronx and Daisy Simmer speaks to Rotery Clare Rotarian, Andrew Santini and invited guest, Joy Simmer, of the Clare City arks andRecreation spoke at the weekly Rotary meeting on the progress of the proposed Clare Recreation Complex. This park would house the Clare Youth Soccer Program plus many more amenities for the community to enjoy. The property was bought in 2012 and is in the beginning phases of development. Please search Clare Parks and Recreation on facebook for more info and ways to get involved! Gareiss Services Landscaping - Construction • Room Additions • Remodeling • Retaining Walls • Brick Pavers • Water Gardens • Garages • Kitchens • Bathrooms Gary & Donna Gareiss Over 29 years Experience 989-588-6519 989-621-5133 To: Katrina A. Marshall 11/26/1986 9375 Cook Ave. Lake MI, 48632 In the matter of : Mya Rose Estrada 2/03/2006, Jason Raymond Estrada 09/11/2007, Justin Lee Estrada 11/13/2011 A hearing reguarding Termination Hearing will be conducted by the court on July 29, 2015 at 9:00AM in 55th Circuit Family Division 225 W. Main St. Harrison, Michigan 48625 before Hon. Marcy A. Klaus. It is therefore Orderd: that Katrian R. Marshall personally appear before the court at the time and place stated above. This hearing may result in Termination of Parental Rights. 07/10/2015 55th Judicial Circuit Court 225 W. Main Street P.O. Box 586 Harrison, MI 48625 HATTON TOWNSHIP OUTDOOR WOODSTOVE ORDINANCE Purpose This ordinance is intended to promote the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Hatton Township by regulating outdoor wood stoves and furnaces. 1. Severability Should any portion of this ordinance be declared unconstitutional, the remainder of this ordinance shall not be affected. 2. Definitions “Outdoor wood furnace” also known as an outdoor wood-fired boiler, outdoor wood-burning appliance, or hydronic heater, means a fuel-burning device that is designed to burn clean wood or other approved solid fuels and is not located within a building intended for habitation by humans or domestic animals; and heats building space and/or water through the distribution, typically through pipes, of a fluid heated in the device, typically water or a mixture of water and antifreeze. 3. 4. Outdoor Wood Stoves and Furnaces The Zoning Officer may issue a permit for an outdoor stove or furnace under the following conditions: a. The wood stove or furnace unit shall be located a minimum of 10 feet from all property lines in all districts. b. The unit may only be located in a rear or side yard. c. The unit shall not be located where smoke will create a nuisance to neighboring properties. If smoke becomes a nuisance, the chimney will have to extend as high above ground surface as the height of neighboring roofs. Prohibitions Burning of the following in an Outdoor wood-fired boiler or furnace is prohibited: a. Construction and demolition waste. b. Hazardous substances including, but not limited to, batteries, household chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, paints, varnishes, and solvents. c. Furniture and appliances. d. Tires. e. Any plastic materials including, but not limited to, nylon, PVC, ABS, polystyrene or urethane foam and synthetic fabrics, plastic films and plastic containers. f. Treated or painted wood including, but not limited to, plywood, composite wood products or other wood products that are painted, varnished, or treated with preservatives. 5. Effective Date – AUGUST 3, 2015 Page 6B - The Clare County Review - July 10, 2015 Sports Golf Tips By Thom Slusher Clare County’s PGA Pro MAKE EVERY SHOT A LAYUP In the past I have volunteered as a basketball coach for some kids recreational teams. If you asked those players what I taught them my guess would be most would say that I told them to use the backboard on layups. It was so strongly stressed that during practice they had to run laps if they did not use the backboard even if they made the shot. I knew using the backboard put the odds in their favor for making it in the basket. Could they make it without using the backboard? Absolutely. Would they make every shot? No, but over the course of the season I knew they had a better chance of scoring more points by using the backboard approach. The same scenario is true when we are talking about proper body alignment for your golf swing. You can hit good shots when the body is aligned incorrectly but you will hit a higher percentage of good shots when you are aligned the right way. When your body is lined up right or left you are forced to make compensations in your swing to hit the ball on target. Eliminate the compensations by working on your alignment. Improve alignment by placing clubs on the ground while on the range. Place one club between your feet and the ball and the other outside the ball. The inside club should be pointing slightly left of your target and the outside club slightly right. The clubs should be parallel to one another. Set up with your clubhead pointed directly at the target and your feet, hip, and shoulders parallel to the clubs on the ground. This is proper alignment. Often times it looks to the player that they are aimed far to the right or left. The players alignment will improve as they get used to what lined up correctly looks like. Proper alignment is vital if you want to be a consistent golfer. Professional golfers work diligently on this part of the game. They know the hard work they have put into their swings is in vain without being lined up right. Make it a goal for yourself to improve this part of your game. Use the backboard and may the odds be in your favor. LEARN TO GOLF! SNOW SNAKE - HARRISON Thom Slusher, PGA • Clare County’s PGA Pro Private Lessons $40 or 3 for $99 Detailed class description available on Facebook at Thom Slusher, PGA or www.cmichgolfinstruction.com Call (989) 330-6317 or email thomslusher@pga.com for appt. The Village of Farwell USDA Grant Proposal The Village of Farwell is applying for a Community Facility Grant through USDA (United States Department of Agriculture)for the Farwell Arts, Crafts, and Farmers Market. The grant funding will go towards improvements. Tracy Lee Village of Farwell Farmers Market Manager PUBLIC NOTICE JULY BOARD OF REVIEW The City of Clare July Board of Review will hold a meeting on Thursday, July 23, 2015, at 4:00 p.m. at Clare City Hall, 202 W Fifth Street, Clare, MI 48617. This meeting is subject to the Open Meetings Act. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Diane Lyon Clare City Clerk Published: July 07, 2015 CLARE COUNTY ROAD COMISSION REQUEST FOR BID Deadline for Submittal: July 23, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. Project Description: Clare County Road Commission will be accepting bids on behalf of MDOT. The following bid #15-1801 covers all associated cost included in the work as described in the attached package. The work is to be completed for MDOT at two separate locations in Clare County. Location one begins in Surrey Township on the north side of US-10, approximately 5000 feet west of Ludington Dr. at the guardrail section and extends easterly 450 feet to the end of the guardrail. Location two begins in Grant Township on the south side of EB US-10, approximately 1.5 miles prior to the US-127 Interchange at the beginning of the guardrail section and extends easterly 0.25 miles to the end of the guardrail. Work may start immediately after receiving approval from MDOT (estimated date: Aug 3), and the project must be completed by September 28, 2015. Work shall commence on a Monday and be completed within 21 consecutive calendar days. Maintaining Traffic will be accomplished with shoulder closures and traffic shifts. No work shall be performed or lane closures allowed during the Labor Day holiday period starting from Thursday at noon until Tuesday at normal starting time. If this is not possible, please write “NO BID” in the price and return to us. * Note: Bid detail and information is available on Clare County Road Commission’s website: www.clarecrc.com and also at the office, 3900 E. Mannsiding Road, Harrison, MI 48625. Marion track team wins All-State scholastic honors The entire Marion track team has been awarded Academic All-State status by the Michigan Interscholastic Track Coaches Association . In addition, three young ladies received individual Academic All-State honors. Kinzie Sikkema, Anissa Keeler and Alexis Bennett were recognized for their academic excellence and their athletic achievements at the state meet. Kinzie Sikkema Alexis Bennett Anissa Keeler NOTICE Village of Farwell NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the VILLAGE OF FARWELL, MICHIGAN is soliciting proposals for Land Survey and Topographic Mapping services for Farwell Park, located at 171 East Main, Farwell, Michigan 48622. Interested land surveyors may obtain a copy of the Request for Proposals by visiting Village Hall (located at 109 ½ South Hall Street, Farwell, MI 48622) between the hours of 8am to 4pm Monday through Friday, or by contacting Tracy Lee at (989)588-9926 for a mailed copy. Proposals are due Monday, August 3, 2015 at 12:00 PM. City of Clare Commission Meeting Unofficial Condensed Minutes July 06, 2015 The regular meeting of the Clare City Commission was called to order at 6:00 pm by Mayor Pat Humphrey in the Commission Chambers who led the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were: Commissioners Bob Bonham, Pat Humphrey, Jean McConnell and Karla Swanson. Absent: Carolyn (Gus) Murphy. Motion to approve the consent agenda as amended was supported and approved. Public Comment: Operations Manager Cory Barz, Clare County Transit Corporation. Motion to approve the purchase of skate park equipment was supported and approved. Motion to approve the purchase of a new police department vehicle was supported and approved. Motion to approve a contractor’s payment to Dunigan Brothers was supported and approved. Motion to approve a contractor’s payment to McGuire Iron was supported and approved. Motion to approve the MML Workers Compensation Board of Trustee ballot nominee slate was supported and approved. The Treasurer’s report was received. The City Manager’s report was received. Extended Public Comment: None. Commission Topics: None. Motion to adjourn was supported and approved. A complete copy of the minutes is available at the Clerk’s office upon request. After approval, minutes are posted on the City website: cityofclare.org.-Boards & Commissions-Mayor and City Commission. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Diane Lyon Clare City Clerk NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of certain mortgages made by Jacqueline L. Osborn, a single woman, to Michigan State Housing Development Authority, as follows: Mortgage dated December 18, 1998 and recorded on January 20, 1999, at Liber 666, Page 100, Clare County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of $12,963.25, including interest at 6.25 percent per annum. No suit or proceedings at law or in equity have been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgages or any part thereof respectively. Pursuant to the default on this mortgage, there is claimed to be due and payable, as of the date hereof, a total sum of $12,963.25. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statutes in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgages, will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises or some part of them, together with all legal costs, interest, and attorney fee as provided by law, and also any sum which may be paid by the mortgagee necessary to protect its interest in the premises, at public venue at the Clare County Circuit Courthouse located at 225 W. Main Avenue, Harrison, Michigan 48625, at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, August 5, 2015. Said premises are situated in the Township of Surrey, Clare County, Michigan and are described as: Lot No. 313, Plat No. 7 of Hill Haven Subdivision, according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Clare County, Michigan in Liber 8 of Plats on Page 1 of Clare County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 125.1449j or MCL 125.1449k, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated June 19, 2015 Michigan State Housing Development Authority By: Erik A. Graney (P69942) Attorney for Mortgagee (06-19)(07-10) HATTON TOWNSHIP TRASH PICK-UP The Hatton Township Board opened and read aloud the bids for trash removal services at the June board meeting. As a result of the bids and Board action, American Waste was awarded the bid for Trash pickup services for Hatton Township. Service will begin the first week of October. A postcard with further details will be sent to all applicable residents during September. HATTON TOWNSHIP NOTICE OF MEETING DATES Monthly scheduled Hatton Township Board Meetings are held the 3rd Tuesday 7:30pm at the Township Hall (3988 E Ashard, Harrison). The monthly scheduled meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission is the 2nd Tuesday of each month 7:30pm at the same site. The public is welcome. Any change from the regular meeting schedules will be documented with a notice being duly posted at the Township Hall. HATTON TOWNSHIP ELECTION COMMISSION MEETING The Hatton Township Election Commission will meet on Tuesday July 14th at 5:00 pm at the Hatton Township Hall to appoint election inspectors and receiving board members for the August 4th, 2015 Special election. HATTON TOWNSHIP NOTICE The Hatton Township Board of Review will meet for review of any matters of adjustments for Errors and Omissions on Wednesday, July 22nd at 2:00pm at the Hatton Township Hall (3988 E. Ashard). Jessica Evans, Clerk AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mortgage made by Matthew Snyder, a married man and Kathryn Snyder, his wife, Mortgagors, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc (MERS) as nominee for Michigan Residential Mortgage Services, Inc. , Mortgagee, dated the 25TH day of July, 2002 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Clare and State of Michigan, on the 2nd day of August, 2002 in Liber 803 of Clare County Records, page 492, said Mortgage having been assigned to Green Tree Servicing LLC on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty One Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty & 30/100 ($61750.30), and no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, therefore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 5th day of August, 2015 at 11:00 AM o’clock Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the County Courthouse in Harrison, MI MI (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Clare is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 7.500 per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, including the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land, including any and all structures, and homes, manufactured or otherwise, located thereon, situated in the Townshio of Hayes, County of Clare, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: Commencing at the Northwest corner of the South 400 feet of the Northwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of the Northeast quarter of Section 3, Town 19 North, Range 4 West, Township of Hughes, Clare County, Michigan; thence North along the quarter line 657.61 feet; thence East 660 feet; thence South 657.61 feet; thence West 660 feet to the point of beginning, same being a part of the West 1/2 of the Northeast quarter of Section 3, Town 19 North, Range 4 West During the six (6) months immediately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days immediately following the sale. Pursuant to MCLA 600.3278, the mortgagor(s) will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney Dated: 7/3/2015 Green Tree Servicing LLC Mortgagee FABRIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Attorney for Green Tree Servicing LLC 700 Tower Drive, Ste. 510, Troy, MI 48098 (248) 362-2600 GTAZ FHLMC SNYDERMATT (07-03)(07-24) The Clare County Review - July 10, 2015 - Page 7B Pohl - Sabuda named Medical Center’s MVP Medical Center – Clare for July 2015. She has Sandra Pohl-Sabuda of Mount Pleasant has been selected Most Valuable Person at MidMichigan Medical Center – Clare for July 2015. been recognized with a certificate presented by Ray Stover, president of MidMichigan Medical Centers in Clare and Gladwin; Wendy Bicknell, respiratory director, MidMichigan Health; and Glenn King, vice president, MidMichigan Medical Centers in Clare and Gladwin Pohl-Sabuda started her career with MidMichigan Health in the Cardiology Department in September 1986. Today she holds the position as a registered nurse in the Cardiac Rehabilitation department in Clare. She was well supported by her co-workers for this recognition. One nominator said, “Sandra is the definition of interdisciplinary teamwork. She is always willing to help patients that are on the occupational therapy caseload to understand their heart conditions and give advice as needed. She is always supportive, knowledgeable, and helpful with not only her clients, but everyone in the clinic.” Another said, “She is devoted to providing personalized and quality patient care in the cardiac rehab program. She demonstrates a high regard for patient safety while encouraging the patient to work toward the best outcomes. She has many patients who have discharged from cardiac rehab, but return to ‘check in’ with her and let her know how they are doing. She not only remembers their names, but often their history both medical and personal.” METAL ROOFS CHEAPER THAN ASPHALT! ( ONLY IF YOU PLAN TO STAY IN YOUR HOME ) Showcase homes WANTED Senior & Veterans Discounts Available! Sandra Pohl-Sabuda of selected Most Valuable Mount Pleasant has been Person at MidMichigan We would like to use your home to showcase a beautiful American Metal Roof. Qualified homes can earn big discounts. Call today to see if your home qualifies. Call us: 855-278-2185 Note: Not all homes will qualify. See our Photo Gallery on our NEW website www.AmericanMetalRoofs.com Visit an American Metal Roofs Showroom om at 6140 Taylor Dr, Flint, MI 48507 1875 Lansing Rd, Charlotte, MI 48813 MI Contractor License #2102158513 855-278-2185 American Metal Roofs Made in America Classifieds Classifieds: $1.00 a word ($10 minimum charge) • Deadline for classified ads is WEDNESDAY AT NOON Call 989/386-4414 or email classifieds to info@clarecountyreview.com *(The Review is not liable for classifieds taken over the phone) 15 words max *No commercial ads Lucky 7 CLASSIFIED SPECIAL • 30 for 4 weeks* $ 15 words max Your Classified appears in: 1 Print edition of The Clare County Review 2 Print edtion of The Marion Press 3 On Clare County Review website 4 On Marion Press website 5 On digital download version of The Clare County Review 6 On digital download version of The Marion Press 7 On Facebook FURNITURE & APPLIANCES FOR RENT AMISH LOG \ HEADBOARD With queen pillow top mattress set. New in plastic. Cost $975. Sell $275. 989/773-5582. TFN FOR RENT 2 & 3 Bedroom Homes. Call between 8-6 weekdays. 989-588-9792. TFN FOR RENT Apartment for rent, appliances included, no pets. $475/month. 989-386-7117. TFN MEMORY FOAM Mattress set. Queen size. New. Never used. Cost $1,399. Must sell $475. 989/953-4400. TFN QUEEN PILLOW TOP Mattress set. $175 each. King $275. Full set $150. All new in plastic. 989/7721517. TFN FOR RENT Duplex For Rent, Clare/ Farwell Area, Paved Road. 3 BdRm, 1-1/2 Bath, 1200 SQ FT, 1 Car Garage Charter Cable, Central Air, $700 Mo. $700 Deposit. 989-386-1000 7/10/15 FLEA MARKETS FARWELL FLEA MARKET AND THRIFT STORE 770 E. Main, Farwell FOR SALE ANTIQUES FOR SALE Approx. 54 items, mostly glass antiques. Call Harold Gage. 989-386-9401. 7/3/15 BINGO Open Daily 10 a.m.-6:00 p.m. CLARE COUNTY’S LARGEST (Indoor & outdoor) MONDAYS outside flea market begins at dawn Outside Vendors Rent space for $5.00 Tools, New & Used Building Supplies, Household Items, Books, Glassware, Used Appliances & Furniture, Antiques 989-588-3090 SERVICES HOUSE CLEANING Honest, dependable, references. Weekly, monthly or one-time. Keenon’s Kleanin’ 989/429-8496 - TFN AUTOMOBILES FOR SALE FARWELL BINGO Tues. 6PM, Open 4PM CC Senior Comm. Ctr. (Behind Hardware) Over 18 Welcome Proceeds: BLDG/Upkeep License A22094 2006 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 4X4 135K miles. Well cared for Grand Cherokee Laredo. Color is Rock Red. Nice Jeep for the money. Spotless inside and out. www.WinwoodAuto.com (989) 544-4044 2002 CHEVROLET ASTRO VAN AWD Whether you need a van for work or play, this deal can’t be beat. AWD, leather & loaded. Only has 105K miles. www.WinwoodAuto.com (989) 544-4044 2012 FORD FOCUS Excellent Fuel Economy. Power Windows, Power Locks, air, cruise and tilt. Only 45K miles. www.WinwoodAuto.com (989) 544-4044 2014 RAM 1500 4X4 Chrome Bumpers and grill, spay-in bedliner. You’ll be amazed at the fuel economy...5.7L Hemi with 8 speed transmission. www.WinwoodAuto.com (989) 544-4044 RECREATIONAL VEHICLES 36’ ROYAL COACHMAN 5TH WHEEL Deck & furnishings included, Lake George Campground. 3 slideouts. $9,900. 989-529-8669. 7/17/15L7 WE ARE The Clare County Review Clare County Review 105 W. Fourth Street Clare, MI 48617 989-386-4414 GARAGE & YARD SALES 11842 W. 8 Point Lake Rd., Lake, MI. Thurs., Fri, Sat., July 9, 10, 11, 10am – 3pm. Home décor, Snow Plow, building supplies, golf clubs. 7/10/15 Classified Ad Order Form CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY AT 12 NOON CLASSIFIEDS COST: $10.00 FOR 10 WORDS OR LESS EACH ADDITIONAL WORD COSTS 50 CENTS MISCELLANEOUS HELP WANTED SERVICES IN MEMORY THANK YOU PETS AUTOMOBILES FOR SALE FOR RENT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES WANTED GARAGE/YARD SALES RECREATIONAL VEHICLES BOATS AND MOTORS REWARD BINGO REAL ESTATE MOBILE HOMES MOTORCYCLES SNOWMOBILES PERSONAL LOST AND FOUND FURNITURE & APPLIANCES NO.WORDS ORDER DATE FREE KITTENS FREE to good homes. Mother & 6 kittens. Litter trained. All ready for good homes. 8 weeks old. Multicolored. Farwell. 586-6301018 7-17-15 2000 FORD EXCURSION This vehicle is a 4X4 workhorse. 6.8L V-10. Loaded, leather and seating for 8. 122K miles www.WinwoodAuto.com (989) 544-4044 MULTI-FAMILY SALE Fri-10th 9:00-?, Sat-11th 9:00 - 4:00, Corner of West Ludington Dr. & South Harding Ave. Recliner, twin beds, tools, appliances, clothes, pressure sprayer, crafts, etc. PAINTER WANTED At least 2 years experience. Must have transportation, Go Call Cal 989-2589638 7-10-15 Clear your clutter. Place a classified today! LUCKY OUTDOOR Central Boiler E-Classic OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACES. Heat your entire home and hot water. EPA Qualified. Call today about limited time, money-saving offers! Beaverton Outdoor Wood Furnace 989-4359240 7/10/15 GARAGE PETS SALES Marion Press P.O. Box D Marion, MI 49665 231-743-2481 EMP ID NAME 7 SPECIAL ADDRESS CITY STATE PHONE NO. ZIP ACCT NO CASH CHECK MC VISA EXP. DATE DATES TO RUN AUTH # TOTAL DRIVERS NEEDED – The Isabella County Transportation Commission (I-Ride) is scheduling interviews beginning Thursday, 07/09 for part time drivers who have a clean driving record and the desire to assist our community members by providing quality transportation. Please call 989.773.2913, MondayHELP WANTED T h e I s a b e l l a C o u n t y Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm to Transportation Commission schedule your interview. (I-Ride) is now accepting ap- 7/10/15 plications for a State certified Mechanic; Master Mechanic preferred. Must have ability to obtain CDL. Also accepting applications for part time Maintenance Worker. DELIVERY DRIVERS 7/10/15 Full and part-time. Must have valid driverse license Deadline for and clean record. Apply in Classifieds is person at Wood’s HouseWednesday at Noon hold. TFN MAINTENANCE MAN Looking for a maintenance man to do house repairs. Must be able to do carpentry, electrical, plumbing, mechanic work, drive dump truck and operate small equipment. Please send resume to PO Box 162, Farwell, Michigan 48622 7-10-15 New Graduate LPNs & RNs GARAGE SALES ANNUAL 5 LAKES ASSOCIATION GARAGE SALE July 16th, 17th, 18th. Follow signs off of Kapplinger road in Grant Township. 7/10/15 HELP WANTED 15 WORDS 4 WEEKS $30.00 Are you still going to school, but looking for the opportunity to start your career as a nurse? Masonic Pathways has part time positions available 6pm-10:30pm. Are you an experienced Nurse looking for a part time position? This 4 hour shift will keep your skills fresh while allowing you the ability to spend more time at home. Masonic Pathways offers pay for experience, a $2/hour shift differential, and we work around college schedules. Applications are available on line at www.masonicpathways.com or at the front desk from 7:30am-8:00pm daily. Masonic Pathways 1200 Wright Avenue Alma, MI 48801 EOE M/W/Vet/Disabled ACCOUNTING MANAGER (FULL-TIME) MID MICHIGAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE is seeking qualified candidates to apply for a Full-Time Accounting Manager position For a detailed list of position duties and requirements visit Jobs at MMCC at www.midmich.edu. EEO/AA FREE PHOTO IN CLASSIFED Place your ad today $10.00 for 10 words. 50¢ each additional word e-mail your classified to YourMarionPress@gmail.com 231-743-2481 info@clarecountyreview.com 989-386-4414 The Clare County Review - July 10, 2015 - Page 8B Don’t go far, shop where you are! Find what your looking for in Clare County Review Business Directory Want to get our News sent to your e-mail box for free? C Just send an e-mail to us at: ccr.mpe.edition@gmail.com 105 W. Fourth Street Clare Clare, Michigan 48617 County Review Serving all of Clare County Phone; 989-386-4414 Walk-Ins Welcome arrison Barbers H 3573 N. 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