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Volume 36 Issue 50 Serving Lowell Area Readers Since 1893 Wednesday, October 17,2007 Ada boasts biggest tree, Vergennes has most girth by Emma Pa Iova girth, but Ada touting the to promote rural character hile Ada single largest tree. awareness. Township "I think that is "We're educating the boasts W hilarious," said one of the public about the importance the biggest tree located organizers Betty Jo Crosby. of preserving land" said somewhere below the Maybe hilarious, Crosby. "We're always second hill on the Honey but definitely bizarre. looking for projects Creek road, Vergennes has The biggest trees in each to involve the public. the most inches in measured township happen to be Watershed awareness is high girth. willows, one in Fallasburg, on our priority list." The friendly com- the other on Crancreek The townships have petition between the two Drive. recently completed a townships has resulted The contest was photography contest basically in a tie with organized by the Open Space depicting the rural character Vergennes Township beating Preservation Committee of the area. Ada by 1.5 inches in total Annual cook-off features crafty chili concoctions
by Emma Pal ova off to an early start in the as their aprons boasted. crisp autumn morning in orels and "Last year we burned round front of Larkin's and the the chili," said Todd. Msteak were Lowell Ledger offices. The Rick Seese made white among the more innovative chili chefs were equipped chili with morels. Most chili ingredients used at the with large pots and cooking entrees sold out, except for annual Larkin's chili cook- devices of all sorts, plus the hot, hot stuff. Beer was off last weekend. all the condiments and flowing at $1 per plastic Although, the traditional cheeses. cup. red fare with chili seasoning John Mika grilled his Some participants and mince prevailed, hot or round steak for a wholesome proudly displayed their mild. Out of 21 entries, Chili delicious chili. "You gotta trophies from previous Dan's red chili grabbed the go lean." he said. years. The annual chili coveted first price with the Guys like Mark Todd, cook-off is a fundraiser to most red tickets received Evert Bek and Mike Trimble benefit local organizations. from gourmand tasters. made Rocky Mountain chili This year, the proceeds will Pictured is one of the bigger trees in Vergennes area decked out for Halloween. The competition got with the taste of Germany, go to the senior center. Community input sought for Wege feasibility study by Emma Pa Iova he community north of Foreman Road if "The land offered will have an the community can come up by the Wege Foundation o p p o r t u n i t y with a plan. T Wege feasibility study, to provide input on the cont'd., pg, 20 recreation needs for the tri- jurisdiction area of Lowell city, Vergennes and Lowell townships on Oct. 25 at 7 n p.m. Lo The meeting is part edge of a series of workshops ultimately leading to a feasibility study. The $35,000 feasibility study will define the community's Winning Ghost Story vision for the use of land that may be donated by ... Page 9 the Wege Foundation. The \ study may also be used to apply for grants. Dog Park & Skating Rink... Page 4 The Wege Foundation has proposed to donate land located on Alden Nash, Soccer Sets Back EGR ... Page 15 Mark Todd, Mike Trimble and Evert Bek made Rocky Mountain chili. to reach out with generous THE LOWELL LEDGER - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2007 PAGE 3 THE LOWELL LEDGER - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17,2007 PAGE 2 BROCKER be held 2 p.m. Saturday, sister, aunt and friend, was and heartfelt acts is a sign Donald W. Brocker, aged 53 October 20 at the American bom in Milwaukee, Wise, "f of God's enduring love. A of Lowell, passed away after Legion in Saranac. on December 22, 1931. She Thebes Players present "Honk! Jr." traditional Latin Mass of the a courageous battle with graduated from Washington Christian Burial was held cancer on Thursday, October DRAIN High School and earned a baccalaureate degree in on Monday at St. Margaret T 11, 2007. He is survived by Joann F. Drain, of Lakeview, nursing from Marquette Mary Catholic Church. his wife of 33 years, Brenda; died peacefully in her home University, where she met Memorial contributions may children, Jennifer (Michael) due to lung cancer on October be made to St. Margaret Mary ALDERINK law, Beverly Overbeck, Allen, Theresa (Jason) 9, 2007. Joann was born on and married Robert E. Church in Mrs. Reagan's Dorothy C. Alderink, 20 grandchildren; 45 great Bialek, Matthew Brocker; September 18th in Lakeview Reagan while they were name. In lieu of flowers, the aged 95, formerly of grandchildren, and 11 grandchildren. Derrick & to John Jr. and Nina 1. Bale. both students. They moved family suggests donations to Elmdale, passed away great-great grandchildren. Cassandra Allen, Nicholas On October 22, 1955, Joann to Lowell in 1953. Carol was a devoted wife and the charity of one's choice in early Friday, October 12, Dorothy enjoyed baking & Ashley Bialek; mother, married Richard L. Drain WITTENBACH / WEGE CENTER mother who showered memory of Carol Reagan. 2007 at Fountain View of pies, sewing, camping Joyce Brocker; 5 brothers, 5 of Edmore. Joann, a life- Hog roast/FFA auction on Sat., Oct. 20, 2 to 6 her unconditional love on Lowell. Dorothy was born in Florida, and camping sisters and many nieces and long resident of Lakeview, p.m. Pork sandwich dinner $5 with auction at 5 p.m. her family, guided by her December 17, 1911 in with the "TTCM", "Hitch nephews. Memorial funeral loved her friends, family SMITH Mammals, tracking, and their behavior hike on Sat., unmatched and devout love Kathleen Shaun "Kitty" Campbell Twp. to Clayton & Go", and the "Golden service were held Monday members, and especially, Oct. 27 and Sun., Oct. 28 from 2 to 3 p.m. with Ranger for God. Her entire adult Smith, aged 67, of Alto, and Bertha (Schwennesen) Agers" travel trailer clubs at the Roth-Gerst Chapel. her three children, who will Steve. Bat Enrich our World Program with Lori Martin life centered on her Catholic passed away on Sunday, Schwab. Dorothy was in Michigan. Dorothy was Memorial contributions may forever love and miss their k on Sat., Oct. 27 at 7 p.m., followed by night hike at 8 faith and her family. Among J preceded in death by her a life-time member of the be made to the American mom. Joann is preceded October 7, 2007, following p.m. at 11715 Vergennes. Questions call 987-1002. many other interests, she J parents; husbands, Wayne Eastern Star, and attended Cancer Society or Hospice in death by her husband, a courageous battle with enjoyed all kinds of music. Weeks and Harold Alderink; the Elmdale Church of the of Michigan. Richard Lee, on December cancer. She was preceded CHRISTMAS
She was a member of choirs • sister, Mildred Kloosterman Nazarene. Many thanks to 14,1984; her father, John Jr., in death by her father. Jack THROUGH LOWELL in school and each Catholic Bellows; brothers, Charley the staff at Fountain View BURHANS on September 27, 1970; and F. Smith, Sr. Surviving are Visit Lowell for a unique shopping experience and Joe Schwab; son, church parish of which she her husband of 44 years, for their loving faithfulness Geraldine Marie Burhans her mother, Nina, on August on Nov. 16, 17 & 18. Visit the web site at www. Donald Weeks; stepson, was a member. She enjoyed Owen J. "Jim" Smith; her in caring for Dorothy; Dr. of Lowell, formerly of 4, 1990. Joanne is survived christmasthrough lowell.org. Bruce Alderink; three Mogor for always being by her brothers, David Bale reading to her children and children, Gregory (Sarah) Portland, age 83, passed The Thebes Players will present Honk! Jr at Lowell High School Performing Arts Center (Lowell High School), grandchildren; one great- available; Pastor Freed; of Holland and John Darwin grandchildren and singing in Smith, Jamie (Frank) away on Thursday, October 11700 Vergennes St, SE, Lowell. Honk! Jr is the musical that beat The Lion King out of the Olivier Award, the British TRICK OR TREAT grandchild; and special and Faith Hospice. The Bale of Grand Rapids; her thecaroralong with the radio. Brenner, Eric (Jeanna Wood) 11, 2007. She was born equivalent to the Tony Award. Honk! Jr is a contemporary retelling of the Hans Christian Andersen's classic story, "The Halloween Trick or Treating in the City of Lowell friend, William Lachniet. funeral was held Tuesday daughter, Jacquelyn Jo Mrs. Reagan was also active Smith; her grandchildren, on December 4, 1923 in Ugly Duckling." Dates of the production are: Friday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 21 will be on Wed., Oct. 31 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Households She is survived by her at the Saranac Community DeJonge of Grand Rapids; in various Catholic church, Allison and Tyler Brenner, Portland, Ml the daughter at 2:30 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 28 at 2:30 p.m. Advanced Tickets: General admission is wishing to participate with treats should leave the sister, Beatrice Van Dyke; Church. In lieu of (lowers, son-in law, Thomas; and community, professional Bailey and Alex Smith, of Rudolf and Margaret $8, LAAC members, seniors, and students are $6. Group tickets 20 or more are $6, only in advance. Advanced tickets outside porch lights on. Households that do not wish to children Duane Weeks and contributions may be made grand children, Leah and and social organizations, Hunter and Onalee Smith; (Wells) Adams. Geraldine available through Pay Pal at www.lowellartscouncil.org. Day of show general admission is $10 and LAAC members, participate should turn the outside lights off. Roger (Marcia) Weeks; to the charity of one's including membership in her mother, Dorothy Frances enjoyed watching TV, Austin DeJonge; her son, seniors, and students are $8. daughter-in-law, Shirley choice. David Richard Drain of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Smith; brothers. Jack F. Jr. especially Animal Planet. For more information and to purchase tickets call or visit the Lowell Area Arts Council at 149 S. Hudson, Lowell; BRIDAL OPEN HOUSE (Don) Weeks; daughter-in- Lowell; daughter-in-law, Church in Allendale, Mich. (Carol) Smith,Thomas (Jan) She also enjoyed spending 897-854, www.lowellartscouncil.org. Tickets are also available at the box office on the day of the performance. The business community of Lowell is hosting its When possible, she attended Smith; sisters, Margaret time with her family and Doris; and grandchildren first annual "Bridal Open House" on Thurs., Nov. I the wide variety of special (William) Began, Elaine visiting her sister. Donna. Elizabeth, Ethan, and Elliott figures, at least 19,000 adults The information session from 6 to 9 p.m. at Quail Ridge Golf Club. Admission events featuring her children (Donald) Johnson; sisters- Geraldine is preceded in Drain; and her son, Gary in Kent County cannot read on Oct. 22 will be held at is free and all attendees will be entered for door prizes. and grandchildren, with a Lend A Hand death by her husband, Lee Drain of Deerfield, in-law, Beverly (William) at a functional level. At least the Yankee Clipper Library schedule that was always located at 2025 Leonard Joseph Allen Burhans; sons, IL. The memorial service Sherd, Beatrice Trisseli, VOLUNTEER 6,000 adults cannot speak very busy. Mrs. Reagan is or understand English well. St., NE, Grand Rapids. The STATE OF MICHIGAN STATE OF MICHIGAN William, Larry and Bobby; was held Thursday at the Barb Straub; many aunts, FIRE & WATER ART STUDIO survived by her husband of OPPORTUNITIES By training people to be session on Oct. 24 will be PROBATE COURT PROBATE COURT and her parents. Surviving United Church of Christ in uncles, cousins, nieces, AND SHOWROOM 54 years, Robert E. Reagan, tutors, the Council can offer held at the Grand Rapids COUNTY OF KENT COUNTY OF KENT are children, Pat (Ervin) Lakeview. In lieu of flowers, and nephews. The funerals Art works by Virginia Wieringa will be featured t one-on-one reading help to Public Library located memorial contributions DDS; her children Jane E. service was held Thursday Zinnel of North Dakota, adults asking for assistance at 111 Library St., NE. in November. A custom framer will be in on Fridays. NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Reagan (Steven Arzberger), at the Stroo Funeral Home. URGENT NEED FOR VOLUNTEER TUTORS Mary (Bob) Morgan of may be made to the United in reading or English as a Grand Rapids, 4th Floor, Hours are Wed. - Sun. 1 to 6 p.m., Fri. 1 to 7 p.m. 219 Karen E. Myers, Kathleen E. Decedent's Estate Decedent's Estate Lowell, and Debbie (Don) Church of Christ, 115 W. 5th Memorial contributions The Kent County the Council and its literacy Second Language (ESL). You VanderVeen Center. W. Main. Call 890-1879 for more information. (James) Ormiston, James E. FILE NO. 07-184,070-DE FILE NO. 07-184,071-DE Newman of Bellevue; 14 St., Lakeview, Ml 48850, may be given to Hospice of Literacy Council has programs. At the end of the do not need to speak another Call at 459-5151 to (Becky) Reagan. DDS, Peggy scheduled information session, there will be an grandchildren; 28 great- where Joann was baptized, Michigan or The American language to tutor ESL. register. Estate of E. (William) LaPenna, Ruth sessions on Monday, Oct. opportunity to sign up for Estate of grandchildren; 2 sisters; I married and a long-time Cancer Society. LOWELL AREA ALBO GABRIEL LEVA MAE GUNNESON, A. (Steve) Thomet, Patricia 22 and Wednesday, Oct. 24 tutor training. brother; and many nieces member. HISTORICAL MUSEUM GALEAZZI, deceased M. (Rich) Wade, Donald for prospective volunteer The Kent County and nephews. Funeral WERT tutors. This session is held at Literacy Council is a The museum is pleased to present "Gizmos & deceased C. (Michele) Reagan and services were held Saturday David Michael Wert aged 6:30 p.m. and lasts one hour. non-profit, United Way Gadgets - Inventions of the Past." This exhibit will be Date of birth: Edward J. (Colleen) Reagan; at the Schrauben-Lehman 60 of Lowell passed away It allows persons interested agency devoted to reducing showcased in the Museum's special exhibits gallery from Date of birth: 11/11/1924 brother John E. (Mary Ann) Funeral Home. Sunday, October 14, 2007. in becoming volunteer illiteracy in our community. Nov. 3, 2007 through Aug. 30, 2008. For information 12/13/1957 Callan; and twenty-three He was preceded in death tutors to find out more about Based on 1990 census ASSISTED LIVING" please contact Linda Barnes at 897-7688. TO ALL CREDITORS: loving grandchildren- by his parents, Roy and TO ALL CREDITORS: The decedent, LEVA MAE CHIPMAN Driving Can Be More Affordable... Of Cascadc Emily, Colleen, Lorri and Freda Osburn, brothers, The decedent, ALBO GUNNESON, who lived Lome S. Chipman, age 44, As a Michigan driver, you should know Is looking for caring people to champion Becky Myers; Tara and Mark and Clare Osburn. He PARADE ENTRIES GABRIEL GALEAZZI, at 1173 16 MILE RD. NW, of Saranac passed away Michigan's insurance company. Wc offer many- Evan Ormiston; Jacob, Tess is survived by his loving the Quality of life for all seniors The Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking who lived at 461 St. KENT CITY, MICHIGAN Saturday, October 13, ] ways lo save money on your auto insurance, and Judi Ellen Reagan; Joey, wife of 41 years, Marilyn; including our Welcomc Credit, Safe Driver POSITIONS AVAILABLE: parade entries for our first ever night-time parade on CLAIR NW, GRAND died September, 21, 2007. He is survived by his Frankie and Vinnie LaPenna; daughter, Teresa (Dave) Credit, Multi-policy Discount, Concierges, Experienced Caregivers Dec. 1. The parade will begin at 6 p.m. sharp from the RAPIDS, MICHIGAN died 2007. wife of 24 years, Doreen, and more. Call today. Caroline, Sam, Spencer Alyea of Newaygo; two Lowell Fairgrounds. Parade theme is "Light the Night." December 25, 2006. daughter, Rashelle Loren, il and Medication Care Managers and Annie Thomet; Marie, grandchildren, Heather and Mark Download application at www.discoverlowell.org or Creditorsof thedecedent mother, Loraine Chipman, Johnson Please come to Jill out application on site Stephanie, Cole, Erin, Lucy, Mark Alyea; brother, James call the Chamber at 897-9161. Creditors of thedecedent arenotifiedthatallclaims brother, Mark Chipman, 3041 Charlevoix Drive, SE Melanie and Molly Wade. Wert of Lowell; sisters, Fran 6095 28th St., Ste. 4 arenotifiedthatallclaims against the estate will sister, Valerie (Jeff) Sisson- Michigan's Insurance Company She was preceded in death Rads of Lowell, Roseann Grand Rapids Making Your Future More Predictable Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546 against the estate will be forever barred unless Chipman, his mother-in- REAGAN by her parents, James Jay mim FARM BURtm Raney of Saranac; mother- LOWELL be forever barred unless presented to JERRY law, Lucy VandenBurg, 2 940-8181 Carol Ellen Callan Reagan and Phyllis Mildred Callan; FARrimM E'JVAU MunjA LINSURANCE • f ARM BUREAU UFE • r ARM BUREAU GENERA L in-law, Vivian Walker; many uww.Mark.lohnsonAgcncy.com LEADERSHIP presented to MARIANNE GUNNESON, named nephews and 2 nieces. He aged 75 of Lowell passed daughter Mary Eileen brothers and sisters-in-law, Lowell Institute for Volunteer Excellence GALEAZZI, named personal representative, was preceded in death by www.GQTI.coml away Thursday October Reagan; and her favorite ( | GWrlch also nieces and nephews; 616-897-FILM (L.1.VE.8) is now accepting applications for personal representative, or proposed personal his father, Harry Chipman. WUALITY On M-21. 5 Minutes 11. Loving and beloved Aunt Carol and Uncle Earl ^ THEATERS David was a Veteran of East of Amway H.Q. participants in the classes that begin in January 2008. or proposed personal representative, or to A memorial service will wife, mother, grandmother. (Bucky) Fricker. During The Foodmobile representative, or to both the probate court the Vietnam Conflict and a Also seeking suggestions for class projects that will Mrs. Reagan's illness, the both the probate court at at 180 Ottawa Ave. NW, member of the VFW Post Mobile Food Pantry ADA LOWELL 5 benefit the community. Visit the Lowell Area Chamber outpouring of love and All Lounger Seats All Digital Sound 461 St. Clair NW, Grand 2nd floor, Grand Rapids, 8303 in Lowell. 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THE LOWELL LEDGER - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17,2007 PAGE 7 that is located there, so if there was trauma during the fall Class of '52 reunion at Deer Run season, the smells of fall such as leaves burning, the smell of crisp air can set off those memories. Sometimes this can "I AA Kathryn explain the mood change. Also, if for instance school was ew Arrivals difficult for you, you might have dreaded the fall season .u: • -'v With Kathryn DenHouter Ph.D. because school was starting. The change to the fall season MJS (i.e. unique fall smells, etc.) could make those insecure With Drs. Paul Gauthier. Kiedis feelings resurface as well. You would do yourself well to Jim Lang. determine if this mood change is due to a traumatic event or Wayne A. Christenson III, i T' • i Jackson "Is il normal lo have a mood change in the fall or when, just the loss of summer and moving into the fall season. John G. Meier & Tracy Lixie and Sammy there is a change of seasons?" Please keep your questions coming - many of them are S i m m o n s This is a good question because we have heard a lot very good. My email address is kathryndenhouter@gmail. GOUT Gout is a medical condition when you have to much uric- are pleased of information about SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder), com. acid in the blood. Uric acid can build up and form crystals, to announce which is characterized by mood shifts due to a lack of which in turn may cause local joint pain. the birth of sunlight. This is a seasonal issue. As you well know, Men older than 30 years arc most likely to get gout. their cousin, Michigan is dreary much of the time in the winter, so many Women can get it, but usually not until after menopause. You Everly Bear Michiganders are more susceptible to SAD than other are more likely to get it if you are overweight, drink alcohol, Kiedis, bom people in different stales. The relationship between one's or take water pills for lluid retention or high blood pressure. on Oct. mood and the weather (especially the lack of sun) has been A gout attack occurs when you have sudden pain, 2, 2007, documented. The question asks about the normalcy of m 'y redness, and swelling in a joint. It usually happens at the weighing 7 mood change when there is a seasonal change. It would only base of the big toe, but it may occur in other joints. The pain lbs. 12oz.and be considered not normal when one's mood has become so OCTOBER 17: Hildenbrand, Michael V. may be severe in degree. measuring IS pervasaive that it has started to affect day-to-day life. If you Collin Kaeb, Kurt Telman, Johnson, Charlene Wilson. i Examination, a blood test, or fluid taken from the 1/2 inches. are sleeping and eating okay, and you still find pleasure and Jason Nearing. affected joint will usually confirm the diagnosis of gout. E v e r I y ' s enjoyment in activities that you have typically enjoyed, it OCTOBER 21: Medicine may be given to reduce the pain and inflammation proud parents most likely is in the normal parameters of mood change. OCTOBER 18: Andrew Mercer, Madison The LHS Class of 1952 held its 55th class reunion at Deer Run Golf Club Sept. 7. First row (L-R): Shirley Winks of the gout attack. If you have recurrent attacks, you may are Anthony If you have inner turmoil, difficulty eating, sleeping Mary Ellen Rivers Barber, Hacker, Jessica Alberts. Compton, Ann Townsend Molhoek, Phyllis Chaterdon Bieri, Kitty Potter Brenk, Peter Kelley, Nancy Gee Porritt, need medicines to take daily to prevent the attacks. The ± Kiedis and or feel hopeless about life, it would be important for you Brian Willmarth, Brian Cheryl Nellist Collins and Nancy Wood Brown. Second row (L-R): Howard Hobbs, Kenneth Preston, Robert medicine works by lowering the amount of uric acid your Everly Hear Kiedis H e a t h e r to contact a therapist to talk through your feelings. So Scott Kunard, Hayden Litschewski, Evelyn Johnson Knaak, Roger Zoodsma, Jack Smith, Bob Canheld, Larry Rosenberg, Lyle Weeks, body makes. Christie of OCTOBER 22: many times, trauma has occurcd at a certain season, and Andrews/Snyder. Fred Beckett, Robert Topp, June Paauwe Packer, John Porritt and Don Bergy. Missing from the photo are Fred Staying at a healthy weight will help to lower your risk Malibu. CA. His very proud grandma is Peggy Idema, of Troy Abel, Aamir Ismail, our mind has associated the trauma with that season. When Rathbun, Harvey Stark and Estelle Hobbs Stark. of having another attack. Ask your doctor, and if it is OK. Lowell. Everly's out-of-state grandparents are Jack Kiedis Donna Poller, Devin Falk. the season changes, the repressed memories surface at that walk 20 minutes a day for exercise. You should not drink a of Portland, Ore., and David and Cathy Christie of Simi OCTOBER 19: time. For instance, the smells, the light and dark patterns lot of alcohol (especially beer) or eat a lot of red meal and Valley, Calif. Lydia Brenk, Nancy Brenk, OCTOBER 23: Volunteer of the Month of the fall can trigger memories that make us feel sad or seafood. Ruth Smith, Zachary Lee. Bill Stouffer, Melody even threatened. It is interesting lo note that our olfactory Alice Bush Kaslanek, Lyle Morrison, sense (the sense of smell) is connected to our limbic system is Murray Lake's OCTOBER 20: Rachael Mdnlyre. SYNOPSIS which is the "seat of our emotions," This is the only sense At Your Local Library Volunteer of the Jack Thomet, Bob REGULAR MEETING OF THE Month for September. Bush LOWELL CITY COUNCIL is flanked by MONDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2007 Michigan cold and snow. "Fun" would be an understatement to do this again, and again, even again! 1 found my voice her children as we enjoyed a bit of relief from the Yooper head-high the second time down, but my Yooper dialect was confined Mackenzie Minutes of the September 17, 2007 meeting snow banks. to one long anguished scream as my diaphragm regained and Josh, both were approved as written and the accounts cdions One year my father-in-law jokingly greeted me with a function. students at Murray A payable were approved. challenge (dare, it was) to use a coupon he had for a bungee- And you know, choices are like that, aren't they? Lake. Bush also of faith jump experience. Well, what's a guy who enjoys an adventure Somehow we manage to reason that it's just one little sin won the award in The following actions were taken: and wants to prove something to do? No joke about it - he - so we jump into its thrill. But, O my, then the ripples, the SCENE 3 - "A STRETCHING TALE!" KENT DISTRICT LIBRARY May. Her hours was on! I mean, who'd turn down such a thrill at such a waves, sometimes the tsunami that multiplies and spreads by David Sims. Lead Pastor OFFERS "BOOK CLUB IN A BAG" of volunteerism at the school were recognized by several Motion to adopt the resolution investing the bargain price? (My Scottish roots grow deep, you know.) with repeating devastation. Just one step over the edge First Baptist Church staff members. LCTV Endowment Fund with the Grand So, with discount in my fist, across the street I forged. returns in vicious ways to bite us again and again. Adam and If your book club or Each bag is available for As we lake these weekly October walks together, not * cr Rapids Community Foundation. What was I thinking? Apparently I wasn't! Period. Eve discovered that all too late. So do we. The repercussions, discussion group is looking extended check-out and can only am I in confession mode, but I'm thinking that you are I should have caught on when 1 had to sign my very life for your next great read, be reserved in advance. in TMI mode. Who really wants to know the crazy 'Td do the aftershocks of our wrong will haunt us to infinity and away with at least four different forms, all in triplicate. check out Kent District Contact Sheri Glon ;> Faith Bible Church Motion to approve the ordinance for it dillercntly il I had a second chance" things a pastor has beyond unless something bigger and better than ourselves V | I hen, ditching my glasses, climbing the heights half-blind, intervenes. That something is actually a someone - God Library's "Book Club in a at 784-2016 x2179 or sponsorship signs in the city parks. committed? While it may be risky lo reveal some of the K and donning a harness while the attendant said it was his Bag" program. Your group [email protected] to reserve Spaghetti Dinner & v risks I've done, learning truth from them can redeem them come as our Helper, our Shield, our Safety, our Forgiver, first time on the job. And, with a gasp, stepping out into can check out a canvas your "Book Club in a Bag" Motion to set a public hearing for Monday, for the better. our Debt-Payer. Without a personal relationship with Christ bag containing everything today! Bags must be picked Silent Auction =11 \ k nothingness, it was then that I finally began to think, things as Savior, we are doomed to anguished unrestrained descent November 5, 2007 regarding the ordinance for So. what was I thinking? In the early 90s our family i Itii 11 I like, "I can t breathe!" and "Will it hold?" And then reality into endless re-runs of judgment for our choices. you need for an intriguing up an returned at an KDL took some spring break trips to Gull Shores, Ala., where our regulations of temporary storage units. caught up (too late) with my dazed brain: "Yes, indeed, a book discussion: twelve branch. Visit your local Sun., Oct. 21,11:00 i.m.-l:30 p.m. ' children's grandparents made their winter retreat from the Learn the lesson of repercussion and break the chain of bungee that stretches also retracts, so that means, I've not copies of a book, a printed branch or www.kdl.org for consequences in Jesus Christ. Forever is a very long lime. M? 1! \u I! u Motion to approve the quote of $4,478.70 to list of discussion questions more information and a list Deer Run Golf Course VWR Scientific for the purchase of an and author information. of available titles. 13955 Cascade Rd., Lowell, MI 49331 V;1 autoclave model 9000D to make the Water i i New This Yeu "Live Auction" Treatment Plant EPA compliant. AREA CHURCH DIRECTORY visit altofaithbible.com ATTENTION: BIBLE BELIEVERS Motion to approve the quote of $3,203 from ALTO UNITED DAY BIBLE CHAPEL OPEN HOUSE If you would like to attend a church CALVARY CHRISTIAN APOSTOLIC LIGHTHOUSE Van't Hof Door and Gate Systems, Inc. and METHODIST CHURCH 9305 Centerline, Saranac iv.v.-.; IlvXvvt where the King James Bible is held up 897-6332 REFORMED CHURCH UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH SAT., OCT. 20 1-3 p.m. as the perfect, preserved word of God Kirby and Harrison include Rickert Electric in the amount of OF LOWELL SUNDAY SERVICES 10:00 A.M. Worship 9:45 A.M. ' with all the words of God for all 1445 Carol Lynne Dr. • i_ $1,925 for the electrical work of purchasing Alto • 616-691-8011 Rev. Randy Meyers - 897-7060 SUNDAY EVENING SERVICES 6:00 RM English speaking people, then give us Sunday School 11:00 A.M. Worship 9:30 A.M. 1151 West Main Street, Lowell, Ml WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY 7:00 P.M. (M-21 N. on Valley Vista, and installation of a slide gate operator fence a visit at: 901 W. Main, Lowell Children's Church 9:30 A.M. Nursery & Jr. Church Provided Morning Worship 10:00 A. M. 119 Lincoln Lake, Lowell SOME OF LIFE'S TOUGHEST Across the street from the Vennen Dodge dealership W. on Sibley, N. on Elizabeth Dean, E. on St) at the Water Treatment Plant. Rev. Frank Lattimore, Pastor Sunday School 11:20 A.M. CALL FOR FREE HOME BIBLE STUDIES CONVERSATIONS HAPPEN 897-6284 or 485-4195 "4 Nondenominational Evening Worship 6:00 P.M. 10AM Sunday School; 11AM Morning Service; OPEN HEARTS - OPEN MINDS Pastor Robert L. Hubbard Ministry With A Blended Nursery available at both services OVER COFFEE. 6PM Evening Sen/ice; - OPEN DOORS Phone: (616) 897-1267 Word Centered Service!" Barrier-Free By general consensus, the Council agreed to Wed., 7:30PM Prayer Meeting. Pastor Dean Bailey website www.aplighthouse.com When was the last time you had that ismM conversation about Life Insurance!' proclaim Saturday, October 13, 2007 as Arbor CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTER FIRST UNITED METHODIST ST. MARY'S FIRST CONGREGATIONAL Day and October 7 to 13, 2007 as Arbor Week (Assembly of God) Talk to mc today nboiit vourlife inswvncc needs. CATHOLIC CHURCH CHURCH OF LOWELL in the City of Lowell. CHURCH OF LOWELL 3050 Alden Nash S.E.* 897-1100 • Staffed Nursery Fr George J. Fekete (United Church of Christ) Robert W. Holmes. Lead Pastor 402 Amity St. • 897-9820 '01 865 Lincoln Lake Ave. SE • 897-5906 621 E. Main Street • 897-5936 John King, Youth Pastor www.stmary-lowell.com Motion to approve the resolution for the YMCA SUNDAYS: Weekend Masses: SAT. 5 PM; SUN. 9:30 AM Sunday Worship 10:00 A.M. Deborah A Wilks, Agent 10:00 a.m - Worship & Evening: Weekday Masses: 7:45 AM Church School 10:15-11:15 A.M. Park Usage Agreement. Summer Worship 8:30 & 10:00 a.m. 2050 W Wain Suite C LIFE home Groups & "The Source" Youth Holy Day Masses: 9 AM & 7 PM Thursday Fa/M/Ve Worship 7:00 P.M. Lowull. M! 49331-160/ DR. MICHAEL! CONKLIN, PASTOR WEDNESDAYS: Saturday confessions: 10-10:30 AM Dr, Roger LaWarre Pastor Bus; G16-897 9237 Family Night: (for all ages) 7:00 p.m. Prayer & adoration each Wed 8:15 AM - 8 PM (ioboraliAvilks pvvmq^r.uiiiifarm com Barrier • Free Entrance Shannon Hanley C.E. Director Motion to adjourn at 8:20 p.m. The next "The Source" Youth: 7:00 p.m. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION, CHlDflEN TO ADULTS • CALL PETE WIGGiNS 897-7915 Barrier-Free Nursery Provided regularly scheduled meeting will be Monday, Loving God ... Loving People! SEE LOWELL CABLE CH. 49. Em FOR 24 HR. CATHOUC BROADCASTING Come Join Us For Praise & Worship LOWELL CREAM PUFF! GOOD SHEPHERD SNOW UNITED Meticulously maintained 3 bedroom ranch on quiet October 15, 2007. LUTHERAN CHURCH - FIRST BAPTIST METHODIST CHURCH LOWELL CHURCH cul-de-sac. Near park. Newer windows. Freshly 10305 Bluewater Highway (Missouri Synod) CHURCH OF LOWELL 3189 Snow Ave. SE, Lowell OF THE NAZARENE painted interior. Remodeled kitchen. Large living Complete minutes are available on the City's Halfway between Lowell & Saranac on M-21 Lowell High School Performing Arts Center 2275 West Main Street - 897-7168 Rev. Thurlan Meredith room. Finished rec room. Fenced back yard. web page at www.ci.lowell.mi.us or at the www.goodshepherdlowell.org - Internet: http;//www.fbclowell.org Greeting & Fellowship 10:15 A.M. 9:45 A.M Worship/Fellowship Rev. David 0. Sims & Rev. W. Lge Taylor Sunday Morning Worship 10:40 A.M. Oversized garage. Now Sale priced at $119,900. Lowell City Hall, 301 E. Main St., or by email 11:15 A.M Sunday School Worship Service 10:00 A.M. Wayne Haines, Youth Pastor Wednesday Discipleship Ministries 7:00 P.M. Home warranty included. Immediate occupancy. 897-9863 or 897-9588 to [email protected] Sunday School 9:00 A.M. -Sun. Worship Service 9:30 A.M. & 6:00 P.M. Meets at 201 N. Washington Nursery & Children f More details at 1-888-325-6926 Code 2442. (Nursery available) Sunday School Hour.: 11:00 A.M. AWANA/CLUB JC Wed. 6:15 & 6:30 P.M. Worship Programs Provided PASTOR MICHAEL RHODABARGER Photos at http://www.jimhussey.com/. LIKE* GOOD NF.lGHBtfft, STATE FAR NHS Joseph Fremer, Pastor 897-8307 Contact Church Office For Prayer Meeting Times Staffed Nursery Provided 4 v Betty R. Morlock, City Clerk •mtj Jim Hussey 291-1468 SiaK f RTFM lite li»wj«crCwnt»fl » !IV'"M litimw- l in NY o WI'| •SUAlK finBtilMMAaAwt h 'UMlAiibuflt»Owin - t ^ r'p.-r,' •• r * All facilities are wheelchair accessible ^ jrieru{...a family ...a mission] Barrier-Free Entrance Lowe/, = Nursery Provided • Barrier Free P08MM QMS . ^ Tr ' ^ ' City of Lowell •v »'••«#» » * t r t «' v « « riYf: Five Star Real Estate 977-7790 . JfJfe f-t. ILl • • WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2007 PAGE 8 THE LOWELL LEDGER - THE LOWELL LEDGER - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17,2007 PAGE 9
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by Emma Palova stories as a reverend," he for decades. The secret Then another hand. They the future I think I'll stick to Craig Moore of Ada got MIKA MEYERS A writing reverend said. concerns a drowning that were pulling at him, tugging that" third place for "slnnernet". & from Grand Rapids has But on the other hand, occurred many years ago, him down. He tumbled The second place went Moore actually wrote BECKETT JONES plc penned the winning short Arthur Conan Doyle, the and subsequent drownings sideways into the dark water. to another first time scary and submitted four stories. ATTORNEYS story for the annual ghost author of Sherlock Holmes on the same stretch of river. He fought to the surface, story writer. Rose Manning, And winning with one of John T. Spcrla Benjamin A. Zainea story contest. stories was a physician, "The story seems numb, calling for help. for "Fancy Pants." them was ego-boosting Mark A. Kchoc- Heidi A. Lyon Inspired by a fisherman and Edgar Rice Burroughs fantastic," said Lotz. "It "But nobody came to Ross A. I^isman Matthew E. Fink "I hope it is seen as until Moore found out there 'J in the Grand River flowing had never set foot in Africa Neil P.Jansen can't possibly be true. The help him. And then he went strictly fiction with the idea were only nine entries in through Lowell on a gloomy when he wrote Tarzan. 3()7-A E. Main Street undertaker listens politely under, the river swallowed that some true historical the adult category. overcast day last year. Dr. Lowell, Michigan 49331 "What makes the story but concludes that the dying him, and he was gone. A happenings were very The story answers the Louis Lotz of Grand Rapids (616) 897-311 1 www.mmbjlaw.com scary is that you never see man is delusional." wooden urn bobbed on the scary even without ghosts," question what is it like being has written the spooky "Man the menacing, threatening Only afterwards, the surface, and the ashes slowly Manning said, "such as a ghost named "Boo." Drowns in River." Flat River presence," said Lotz. "You undertaker discovers that disappeared in the current. the Spanish influenza In the kids' category: Rich's Service Co. Fireplace & Stove, LLC Although Lotz has can feel it. You can hear it. the terrible secret is too Next day, a small article epidemic." Gabrielle MacDonald In-Home Appliunce Repair - . Sales • Service • Installation been published in various But you never see it." true. appeared in the local paper, Manning retired as a received first place for religious periodicals over The story is about an v ..t - Licensed and insured Following is an excerpt "Man Drowns in River." manager in the scientific "Wendy the Witch and Over 8 years of experience and excellent service the years, this was his first undertaker called to the O " Gas, wood, corn, pellet, and from the story: Lotz doesn't plan on research information Gary the Ghost," second alternative fuels/heating sources try at writing something bedside of a dying man. The "Then he felt it. A hand doing anything with the department from Pfizer in place went to Meghan Ross INSURED • 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE AIR PURIFIERS by Eco-Quest International scary. man, anguished and guilt- on his ankle. The undertaker story beyond the contest. Ann Arbor. 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Social Security Numbers are used to obtain credit scores and will not be released to third parties except Lowell for verification and collection purposes only or if required by governmental authorities. All service marks and trademarks belong to their respective owners. HBO® and Cinemax® are service marks of Home Box Office, Inc. THE LOWELL LEDGER - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17,2007 PAGE 12 THE LOWELL LEDGER - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2007 PAGE 13 Murray Lake Characters of the Month community organizations. The Lowell Area Chamber community's success. Definitely Lowell is the "Next Place Outdoors Sharing of Commerce provides an ample number of venues for to Be" and the best place to raise a family. By celebration, camaraderie and community involvement. Your comments about this matter or any issue would be Dave Stegehuis As the school district moves forward to provide greatly appreciated. Send to Superintendent Gregory Pratt, The Vision programming for our young learners, 1 thank parents, • Lowell Area Schools, 300 High St., Lowell, MI 49331 With Gregory Pratt community members, and businesses for being involved or [email protected] (check out our Web page at THE CONNECTION LHS Superintendent in quality education and activities from birth through www.lowellschooIs.com or make comments to the Board of retirement. Collaboration is truly at the heart of the Education at [email protected]). by: Dave Stegehuis Once upon a time, people gathered and hunted their The Lowell community is a dynamic place to live and own food. Shelters were axed from the great expanse of learn. The opportunities that present themselves to our families to enrich our lives and fulfill our needs are countless forests. Survival depended on one's skill and perseverance consumer products, pharmaceuticals, technology, here in the Lowell community. The Lowell community is Financial Focus when making a living directly from the land. Later, when publishing and others. But in searching for stocks that pay tilled with people who strive and continue to make Lowell fertile ground was available to those with the ambition to work good dividends, it's important not to be "short-sighted" and the "Next Place to Be" and the best place to raise a family. With Christopher C. Godbold it, we moved on to an agriculture-based society. Anyone who just go after those companies that seem to be paying the Ii Our students are fortunate to experience a variety of didn't live or work on a farm had friends and relatives who EdwardJones highest dividends at the moment. You need to be sure that activities ranging from the arts to the sciences to athletics. M did, so we all had a connection to the land and nature. Next, Serving Individuals Investors Since Itt7l a company's earnings are sufficiently strong to support its The Lowell Area Arts Council introduces our young people the industrial revolution drew people from rural areas to dividend payouts. If a firm's earnings are weak, it may well to the arts in the form of performance, paintings and the cities. We began to change our relationship with the cut its dividends, thereby jeopardizing your income stream. drawings, photography and music. This year our young land. Today, we are living in the information age where the RETIREES NEED REGULAR - AND RISING By doing some research, you can find many stocks people will be visiting the fall performance "Honk Jr." which majority of people reside in urban centers or live in areas - INCOME that have actually increased their dividends for 25 or is a contemporary retelling of the Hans Christian Andersen's Pictured above are students for exhibiting Noffke, Rose Ford-Weber, Rublein. Middle row L- of fragmented parcels of private property. As a result, there In all likelihood, the prices of goods and services will more consecutive years. Although this past performance classic story, "The Ugly Duckling", and features a music- MurrayLakeElementary's good character on a Logan Landman, Grant R: Alyssa Roest, Andi is a generation which is almost totally disconnected from continue rising year by year. This may not be too much of a won't necessarily indicate future results, it's still a pretty score that kids and adults will be sure to enjoy. Many of September "Character in daily basis. Front row Morton, Nolan Cusack, Reynolds, Jack Malone, the natural world. Children's activities revolve around problem for you when you're working, because your salary good track record, and it's an indicator of strong, well-run our young students will be introduced to theater for the first Action" award winners. L-R: Bailey Stormzand, Riley Fuller, Nathan Austin Smit, Ethan electronic media, organized play, and theme parks. The days is probably also going up over time. But when you retire, you companies who seek to reward their investors. time thanks to the Arts Council. Teachers nominated these Jacquelyn Pytlik, Ben Kaminski, Jacob Nugent, ot roaming the forests and fields or even playing in a vacant may find that inflation becomes a bigger concern — which Still, as a retiree, you do need to keep two points in Other students will be investigating the environment Mackenzie Gould, Tyler lot are only visions of the past for many children. is why you'll need some investments with the potential for mind about dividend-paying stocks. First, they can increase, at the Wittenbach/Wege Center where they are introduced Kapcia, Zachary Fabis. Studies have shown that spending time in natural providing rising income during your retirement years. decrease or totally eliminate dividend payments at any time, A TRUSTED TRADITION OF AFFORDABLE, each year to a variety of scientific explorations and the Back row L-R: Thomas surroundings can have a positive effect on physical health, Of course, as a retiree, you may feel that you need to without notice. And second, they are stocks, which means PERSONALIZED, AND COMFORTABLE CARE beautiful outdoors during all the seasons. The Wittenbach/ Hubert, Kailee Dawson, reduce stress, inspire creativity, and even rectify behavioral invest more conservatively than you did when you were their price can and will fluctuate, so you could lose some, or LIFETIME DENTAL EXCELLENCE Wege Center also provides multiple educational programs Logan Smith, Eric Gable, problems in troubled children. In addition, children who working. After all, you may think, you're no longer drawing all, of your initial investment amount. throughout the year for families and all residents to • Professionally Trained, Caring, and Courteous Staff Billy Dickson, Mia have an appreciation of nature and feel connected to wild a paycheck, so you can't really afford to take chances on Nonetheless, dividend-paying stocks can be a valuable • State-of-the-Art Procedures, Instruments, and Techniques participate in. Ransom, Emily Kropf, places will be better stewards of our environment. If a investments that constantly fluctuate in value. Consequently, part of your portfolio during your retirement years — but you • Cosmetic Care: Porcelain Veneers, Bonding, and Whitening One program that is unique to Lowell Area Schools Courney Lubbers, Austin person has not seen, smelled, heard, or touched those things you may be inclined to stick with fixed-income vehicles, should also include bonds, CDs, government securities and • Mercury-Free Dentistry • Filtered Water Lines and is growing with great success is the early childhood Pollock, Ben Khotz, Tony found in nature, he or she may not act to protect wild places such as investment-grade bonds and certificates of deposit other investments. By making the right moves, you may be • Orthodontic Care (Braces) • Wisdom Teeth Extraction program named TOTS which stands for Tots on Track for Polise and wild things in the future. Quality outdoor experiences (CDs). able to stay ahead of inflation without taking on an excessive • Implants • TMJ (Jaw Pain Therapy) School. TOTS is an early childhood program for all families early in lite will likely influence an individual to be more However, bonds, CDs and other fixed-income degree of risk. And that's a winning combination. • Treatment of Periodontal Disease (Latest Non-Surgical Techniques Available) with children ranging in age from birth to kindergarten. The concerned about such things as protecting the environment, investments carry their own type of risk purchasing power • Dentures • Partials • Root Canals • Crowns and Bridges TOTS program is designed to help families provide • retaining open spaces, and supporting outdoor recreation risk. Suppose, for example, that your bonds and CDs / Emergencies Accepted • Convenient Payment Plans education and support them in raising healthy children that projects like trails and parks. provide you with interest income of $ I,()()() a year. Even Serving the Area Since 1981 will enter kindergarten ready to learn. TOTS welcomes new / L It seems that children rarely even play out in their own with a relatively mild inflation rate of 3 percent, your $1,000 backyard. This would be a good place to introduce kids babies with free gift bags including a book, baby toy, bib TODD GILLAN, DDS, PC will only be worth $863.00 in live years, and $744.00 in ten VERGENNES and information on educational and fun activities for infants to outdoor experiences and from there move on to new years. And if inflation picks up to 5 percent, the purchasing and toddlers clear to preschool. Information regarding the 2186 MAIN STREET • LOWELL adventures. We are fortunate in this area to have access to power of your $1,000 will drop to $774.00 in five years and TOTS program can be found on our new website at www. TOWNSHIP LOCATED ACROSS FROM ARBYS a number of parks, trails, natural areas, and state owned to just $614.00 in ten years. Picture two: Pictured lowellschools.com. We thank Kathy Cole, the Director, and - u' .'.WW'. ' / ,W' e 1 « < « « * 4 THE LOWELL LEDGER - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17,2007 PAGE 14 THE LOWELL LEDGER - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17,2007 PAGE 15 f REP ARROW S.P.ORT.S RED ARROW 'i 1 1f i The Benning-Fielder Soccer takes 3rd in conference with win over EGR hy Molly BenningfieUJ Arrow volleyball wins in five against Knights 1 i Sports editor hy Molly Benningfield game, but those two teams finish the regular season with The second goal for the hy Molly Be minefield Editor are big rivals." some momentum going into Arrows came in the middle Editor Arrows narrowly defeated but the Arrows kept their a deafening cheer from the Forest Hills Central the Districts," Legge said. "I of the first half on another m the Knights in five games, Big week narrow edge and closed out student section each time With a little more than a (15-4-2) took the conference think the convincing fashion memorable goal. Ian "That was good 25-16, 22-25,21-25, 25-19, week in between two games the night with a win. she went up to the net. championship, with in which we won the game Beddows took a free kick, volleyball." It was 16-14. for Lowell sports A friendly rivalry has On Kenowa Hills' side, against conference foe East Caledonia in 2nd. Lowell's will provide this momentum making a quick decision announced over the The Arrows looked Grand Rapids, the results formed between the two Jessica Schipper led the win against FHC was one to help us in the District." to shoot after a Pioneer speakers in the middle of strong and ready in the first teams over the years and it Knights with 41 assists. for the boys' soccer team of the biggest games for the Legge said the team defender jumped early. the second game after a game, but soon backtracked made it exciting to watch. could not have been more It's been a pretty good week for Lowell athletics. Janelle Morse had 2 aces, team this season. met some of their goals Shepard and Beddows back-and-forth volleying with two losses in a row. different. And that's saying something, because something always Heather Burger led the while Megan Mulder had "Beating FHC was a big this season, including wins added two more goals in the set that seemed to go on The fourth game was Two weeks ago, it seems to happen around here. team with 35 assists and 15 kills. milestone for our program, against the two teams. "The first half, to put the Arrows and on. And on. essential, and the Arrows r 3 aces. Jasmine Holliman The Arrows have was a double-overtime as we have never beaten boys wanted to compete up 4-1 at the half. But that statement came up big, winning by Equestrian - For starters, the Lowell equestrian team won also finished with 3 aces. one more regular-season heartbreaker, with Lowell them in the eight years I in every contest this year, Ini the second half, could've been announced seven points. the state championship in Division C. Pretty big, huh? Mary VanderLaan had 6 conference match against coming up short 1-2. Last have coached at Lowell," which we have done. They Karasiewicz and Nick anytime during the game With a close fifth game, But even cooler is that it's the fourth state championship kills, while Amy VanEns Greenville, at home week, the Arrows handily Legge said. "They are one of wanted to prove they were Abdoo both scored, assisting Thursday night against it looked like it could've for Lowell in just this decade. The team also won in 2003 had an impressive 16 kills, Thursday night at 7 p.m. fended off the Pioneers 6-3 only two - three teams that I as good as the top teams in each other on their goals. Kenowa Hills, as the been any team's game, in Division B, 2002 in Division C and 2000 in Division most of which came from to take 3rd place in the OK- have never beaten. I believe the area, which I believe A few missed A. I sense a dynasty. White Conference. it is the first loss FHC has we have." The Arrows were opportunities could've put Coach Paul Legge said had in the OK-White in the first to score against the Arrows up by a few extra Golf - The girls' golf team took 5th of 17 teams in it was nice to bounce back five years - definitely a big East, with a goal by Jake points. Lowell had 11 shots arguably the toughest division in the state. The team has from the previous loss. accomplishment for the Karasiewicz, assisted by at goal, while EGR had 7. been ranked for a good portion of the season and got two "Beating East is always boys." Bud Shepard on a total team Goalkeeper Phil Bieri all-conference selections, Sydney Stuewe and Lauren one of our team goals each It was a big game for effort. Shepard took the ball made 3 saves while Austin Heemstra, out of the deal. season. FHC is another team the boys' soccer team and up the field, faked an EGR Swaney of EGR had 5. that we always want to get a nice way to go into the defender and kicked the ball The Arrows compete in Football - The football team is league champs again. A a "W" against. It's not that District finals this week. in front of the goal, where the District finals this week. win against Kenowa Mills and East's loss to Caledonia set you don't want to win every "Everyone wanted to Karasiewicz scored. the stage for exciting football Friday night. I can't wait until Friday's game at East - "Game of the Week", I'd say. >4 Soccer - The boys' soccer team pounded East into the Bud Shepard (12) goes up for a header ground last week to take 3rd in the conference. The Arrows against EGR. outplayed and out-shot the Pioneers and could face them again this week in Districts, depending on wins. Volleyball -The volleyball team played the most exciting game of the season against Kenowa Hills Thursday, winning a nail-biter in a five-game match that saw - you guessed il - back and forth, back and forth for two hours. I guess that's why it's called volleybaW. Tennis - The boys' tennis team finished their season at Regional finals, tying for third place. They only missed State finals by two points, which is hard to swallow, but the season saw many wins and good games for players like Travis Trapp, who finished his high school record at No. I singles with 78-28 in a tough conference, and newcomer Cort Thompson, who went 21-9 at No. 3 singles. Did I mention he was a freshman? Heather Burger makes a dive for a ball Thursday night. Support Your Red Arrow Teams! Jerry Adams (17) fends off an EGR defender. LOWELL Matt Schloop (20) fights for the ball ONE VISIT CHARTER TOWNSHIP ...SIMPLE! WE ACCEPT Assisted Living PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Lowell 11981 Potters Rd.. Lowell "If I bcut known il would be this easy. I won kin 7 Charter Township Zoning Board of Appeals will hold the second of two required meetings have put off getting a crown for so long. One visit for the year on We serve nutritious and delicious meals and snacks every day oj the year HIC'S FOOD CENTER • CANNON TOWNSHIP and it was done. The crown fits and looks great. We have a breath of fresh air, country setting in Keene Township, Ionia County. Ric's Food Center is now taking applications for We arrange special activities for the people we serve. On-site hairdressing and / have my smile hack...simple!" WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2007 other services available. 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Tel. 897-4835 • 147 North Center Street • Lowell Lowell Charter Township 897-9261 • Jit • i . k » » v • mi*.. * t v fc . ,• jp . r.v Call soon and have.your loved one placed in a home that truly cares! THE LOWELL LEDGER - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17,2007 PAGE 17 THE LOWELL LEDGER - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2007 PAGE 16 4 RED ARROW REP ARROW apomre i Arrow football to claim back-to-back league titles LHS boys' tennis team finishes 3rd at regional match hy Molly Benningfield Editor his face, he yelled, "we got a league title, baby!" as the The boys' tennis and Forest Hills Northern, tournament, and ended with as the Roubles teams of "What a great career and he's played in one of It's been a while - 34 players walked off the field. team ended its season last who tied for first with 22 a 27-6 overall record. Chase Canning and Isaac he has had in his four-year the toughest leagues in t4 years to be exact - since the It's a big win for the team, Thursday at the Regional points. Coach Bonnie Wall Tawney, Clayton Stedman play at LHS," she said. He the state." Wall also said Arrows won back-to-back which has been in rebuilding meet, missing the State Pat Misner won the said he had "an outstanding and Jack Weeber, and Dylan played No. 2 singles his Thompson, the team's lone league titles. With Friday's mode with its relatively* qualifications by two points, championship at No. 4 year." Dues and Evan Wilterink. first two years and No. 1 freshman, "had a fine year." win against Kenowa Hills young team. ending with 16 points total. Singles, defeating top- Travis Trapp, Josh Trapp finished with a these last two year. His He posted a 21 -9 record at and a stunning East Grand Early on Friday night, The team tied for 3rd seeded Travis Whitaker Hobrla and Cort Thompson 22-9 record at No. 1 singles. four-year record is 78-28, No. 3 singles. Rapids loss to Caledonia, the team looked like a place with Northview, (FHN) 6-4, 6-2. Misner made it to the Singles semi- Wall said she was proud of Lowell will at least share shadow of its hardworking behind Forest Hills Central was unbeaten during the finals on Thursday, as well his time at Lowell. a piece of the conference self, allowing Kenowa Hills title. to score twice on 1-yard runs And coach Noel Dean by Justin Ford to lead in the is excited. With a big grin on first quarter, 0-14. Girls' golf finishes Football, continued... From Page 16 run by Nichol, for a score Nichol also led in with 3 receptions for 83 Lowell plays at East 5th at regionals of 36-27. It seemed as if a passing, with 7 for 11 yards, while Swift had 3 for Grand Rapids on Friday win was in the bag, but the complete passes for all of 82 yards. Luke Palmer (KH) for their last regular season Knights scored with 1:08 on Lowell's 176 yards. Van had 8 for 200 yards. game. If the Arrows win, The girls' golf team in a tough conference the clock to get within two Essen was 12 - 19 for 267 Ben Canfield led in they will take the league finished 5th of 17 teams at during the season, and points. title, and if they lose, they'll Bowen Lake on Thursday Stuewe said he was proud yards. tackles, with 7, while Zach But the Arrows held Boss led in receptions, Smigiel (KH) had 6. share the title. to end their season. of the way they played. them off, winning 36-34 The Arrows shot 405 "I though we had a in a too-close-for-comfort to tie with Kenowa Hills. great season with some Nate Vaught (9) goes down with the ball Friday night, match-up. Dean said he Greenville won the meet stellar wins against some knew the Knights were The Arrows would to tie at 14, but the persistent with a score of 344, and good programs - FHC going to bring their A-game, score twice in the second, Knights answered back with Forest Hills Central, Forest and Kenowa Hills to name and said his team was ready A • with a 2-yard run by Kyle a 23-yard pass from Kurt Hills Eastern and Mona two." for the challenge. • • ^ Nichol and a 52-yard pass Van Essen to Luke Palmer. Shores followed. He said that in the four >77 "It doesn't matter who from Nichol to Jacob Swift It must've been a tense Coach Bob Stuewe losses the team had, three we play, we give a good Kyle Nichol (3) races for the endzone. locker room at the half, said the meet was "easily matches were decided game either way," Dean because the Arrows came the toughest regional in by three strokes or less. said. out in the third quarter to the state, as there were six The team finished 3rd in The Arrows had 373 score twice, on an 11-yard teams that were ranked in the OK-White, behind total offensive yards, with We want run by Torsten Boss and a 1- the state in Division 2, not Greenville and FHC. 197 rushing yards and 176 yard run by Nichol. including us." Stuewe said his •r in passing. The Knights had The Arrows were up by Lauren Heemstra was team next year "looks 470 total yards, with 203 nine, 29-20, after a missed the top Arrow finisher promising." Family rushing yards and 267 in extra-point field goal by with a score of 97. Sydney "We have three- passing. the Knights in the second Stuewe shot 98, Crystal time letter winner and A f A C. > Nichol led the team in quarter and a successful Dietz shot 99 and Kim all-conference selection Sick ot hijincJ Amnhih Seen SnmcDiiy rushing, with 16 attempts two-point conversion run Kline shot 111. Sydney Stuewe coming Ewiiiiul* k Sri Iuniily I hun t AihiiLihle for 104 yards. Vaught added by Nate Vaught. "That was Stuewe said the team back, as well as our other Eiirly I )ro/)-o//s \ I louse ( 80 yards, with 19 attempts. big" was whispered along "shot higher than we all-conference player, 2 I -I lour Eiuenleucy Service Van Essen (KH) was 10 for A group of Lowell defenders tackle a Kenowa Hills player. Sc in ice I )iel Pet Foods the sideline. have been shooting, but Lauren Heemstra. June 117 yards. BoiirJhul & (iroommil In the fourth quarter, conditions were tough as it Ramsay will also return as Kenowa Hills again was cold and windy." a junior to give us a strong DR. AARON J. BUYS ANIMAL HOSPITAL OF narrowed the gap with a The team played well 1-2-3 punch." 23-yard run by Ford. With less than three minutes left MEET THE NEW DOCTOR in the game, the Arrows Call 897-8484 scored again on a 3-yard Di Imi Lmjm, D.VJL 11610 Easl Fullon Sheet • Lowell, Michigan • LEGAL NOTICE • Football, Have you ever considered seeing a Chiropractor for relief from pain? LOWELL cont'd., pgs. 17 Whether it's a result of personal injury, overexertion, or simply life, STATE OF MICHIGAN JOHN D. FLYNN named chiropractic can help! PROBATE COURT personal representative, COUNTY OF KENT or proposed personal 411 E. 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BLUEGRASS HOT- PAYROLLS BOOKKEEP- For more information, send elect a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem at its first meeting in January following each City election including a The popular bumper sticker says 'Love Wins \ but rude area for Lowell School of join our small waiting list. ING SERVICE- by certified FOR SALE - Pumpkins, a large self addressed BANDS FUNDRAIS- provision for a transitional term for these offices covering the period from the first meeting after this people sure seem to get their way more often. choice program! $346,000. Equal Housing Opportunity. ER - Oct. 20 at TJ's Quickbooks advisor. Call gourds, Indian corn, corn See patscaefer.com for stamped envelope to; November 2007 City election to the first meeting of the Council in January 2008. shucks, squash & straw. 616-693-2271, hearing im- Global Research, PO Box Sport Bar & Grille in Kathy 897-6351 .EOWTFN pictures! (From Lowell: N. paired dial 711 .TFN Shall this amendment be adopted? Clock on Main Street looks real good painted. Hours 1 p.m. to dark, Mon. Hudson to Fallasburg, E. 310643, Flint, Ml 48531. Lowell. Two bands, CEMENT WORK OF ALL Great job! -Fri.,Sat., 10a.m.todarkS to McPherson, E. to Whites big jam session & KINDS - Cement work is Sun., Noon to dark. 10496 EXPERIENCED CUS- CITY OF LOWELL CHARTER AMENDMENT TO PROVIDE THE TIME OF THE DAY THAT Bridge, N. to Richmond, WANTED TOMER SERVICE REP food for only $5. my line, not a sideline. Bailey Dr., 897-1730. E. to Marble, N. to home) 45 years experience. Call CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS SHALL BE HELD SHALL BE DETERMINED We need to send off a big thank you to all that supported - Crystal Flash Energy has Begins at 7 p.m. REGISTERED GERMAN 10004 Heether Rd., corner WANTED - Gold jewelry: full-time opening for an 874-7017. AT ITS FIRST MEETING IN JANUARY FOLLOWING EACH CITY ELECTION. Larkin's chili cook-off. SHEPHERD PUPPIES - of Heether & Marble. 616- rings, earrings, neck- exp. Customer Sen/ice Rep The purpose of this Charter amendment is to provide that the time of the day that City Council 581-7580, Five Star Real JOHN DEBIAK -certified sire & dam on site, $300. laces, etc. Broken or not. at our Lowell Bulk Plant. farrier. Horseshoeing & meetings shall be held shall be determined by the City Council at its first meeting in January following Nice six-point! Got a permit for it? Call 897-6682. Estate, 616-977-7790. Call 676-0704.,™ Candidates must have a SERVICES each City election. hoof trimming with twenty HYDRAULICDUMPTRAIL- high school or equivalent years of professional, full- 7 DAY 6 NIGHT DISNEY SSS CASH PAID FOR SENIOR ASSISTANCE Shall this amendment be adopted? ER - 8x16x3ft, gooseneck, education, min. of 2 yrs. time experience. Call 897- Besides being funny (and childish), is stuffing somebody's AREASTAY - 2 adult Disney ESTATE ITEMS! - Buying - help in your home with 3 axles, extra heavy duty. previous customer service 4290.,fn mailbox with straw a federal crime of some sort? I tikets. Paid $750 sacrifice collections, antiques, fur- everyday living, have two CITY OF LOWELL CHARTER AMENDMENT TO PROVIDE THAT $2,500. Call 616-430- exp. & min. of 1 yr. exp. $249. Good for 1 year. 616- niture, vintage "stuff"! Call openings days, evenings, suppose somebody at the post office would know the 4540, in customer service in the NEED TO REFINANCE! THE BOARD OF LIGHT AND POWER SHALL CONSIST OF FIVE MEMBERS. 444-0227. today 616-550-0521. nights. Call 897-9134 or answer to that. fuel industry. Crystal Flash - www.RiverFinancialMort- The purpose of this Charter amendment is to provide that the Board of Light and Power shall is a family owned, fam- 897-5258. FLAT RIVER FRONT- SARANAC-Hilltopl .2acre gagexom. No fast talking, consist of five members. ily-friendly company that AGE! OPEN 10/21, 1-3 with 55 x 12 cement pad SOUND OFF run around, just great local Congratulations coaches and staff on our wonderful offers medical, dental, vi- JOHN SCHLOOP BUILD- Shall this amendment be adopted? - Almost new home on 8.5 and 1000 gal. septic sys- PHONE LINE service. 897-1300. sion Ins., company paid life ER - New homes, additions football players and other sports. You re doing a great acres with 260' of private tem. PRICE NOW $39,900. 897-0787 SOUTH SHORE REALTY, & long-term disability ins., & remodeling. Call 897- R & R YARD CLEANUP Polls will be open between the hours of 7:00 A.M. and 8:00 PM. Precinct #1 electors and Precinct #2 job. Keep up the good work. frontage! 3 beds, 2 full Leave your message 401k w/company match & TFN - Outdoor clean up; also baths, open floor plan, LLC 616-392-1456 or 1335. electors will vote at Lowell City Hall, Council Chambers, Second Floor, 301 East Main Street. on the machine. medical/dependent flexible firewood for sale, $125 stone fireplace reaches to pvaneck@sbcglobal. spending accounts. Email JIM'S FLOOR COVERING cord. Tree service. 897- To whomever destroyed the scarecrows in downtown ceiling in great room, large net. cover letter & resume to - 23 years experience. 9176, 322-7560. NEW VOTER IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENT IN EFFECT Alto, should be real proud of themselves. The American kitchen with center island, NEWSPAPER END ROLLS FOUND [email protected], Sales & installation. Jim Due to a recent court ruling, every Michigan voter who offers to vote in the polls must show picture cool master suite in loft, Legion Junior girls worked hard to decorate our town. AVAILABLE AT THE BUY- apply online: www.crys- Davis, owner, 897-0737. 8 6 stall attached garage FOUND - Late summer, identification or sign an affidavit attesting that he or she is not in possession of picture identification. - Larry and Rose Jerrils ERS GUIDE OFFICE-Stop talflash.com or by mail to a.m. to 8 p.m., leave mes- PLUMBER - Li- & more! Great fishing, girls pink floral tote w/ by & grab one today! 105 Crystal Flash Energy, Hu- sage.TFN censed, 17 years Ex- hunting and relaxation! valuables. Call to identify, Voters with picture identification: Voters can satisfy the picture identification requirement by showing: N. Broadway, Lowell. man Resources, PO Box REDUCED! $285,000. TK'S HEART PETSITTING perienced. Residen- 897-4397. 1804, Grand Rapids, Ml See patschaefer.com for - Don't look for the next tial, Service or New MEMORY FOAM MAT- 49501. EOE. Michigan driver's license pictures! (From Lowell: N. TRESS - Relieves back best place to home... let Construction. Rea- Michigan personal identification card Hudson to Fallasburg, E. pain. Never used, all sizes. SALES DRIVERS - Great Benefits them stay there, and call sonable Rates. Call to McPherson, E. to Whites me! Horses, dogs, cats, Starting at $200. RCD & Hometime!! OTR-$.40/ Platinum Plumbing, Bridge, N. to Richmond, E. Wholesale GR. 682-4767 MULTI-FAMILY INDOOR mile, Reg-$.42/mile. Plus etc. Call Tera at 616-328- Voters who do not posses either document may show any of the following forms of picture identification NOTICE 897-2575.•, TF N to Marble, N. to home) 2573 or 293-6160.TFN RUMMAGE SALE - 84th 2445. as long as they are current: Stop Pay! CDL-A req. Vergennes Township is currently taking Marble Rd. 616-581-7580, and Alden Nash, Bowne train. 800-387-0088. SCRATCH PADS OF PA- LOOKING FOR A HOME GALLERY & CUSTOM bids for snowplowing services for the Five Star Real Estate, 616- Center, UMC Fellowship • Driver's license or personal identification card issued by another state 977-7790. PER - Always looking for Hall. Thursday, Oct. 18; 9 - in Lowell? Check out FRAMING - Fire and Water 2007-2008 Winter season. Bids should www.FlatRiverRealEstate, • Federal or state government-issued photo identification something to write on? a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, Oct.. WESTERN MICHI- Art! 219 W, Main in Lowell, KEY' CARDS' AVAILABLE Look no further! We have com or call Chuck or Lisa • U.S. passport be received by Noon, November 19, 19; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, OPEN Wed. - Sun. 1-6 AT THE LEDGER OF- pads of scratch paper for GAN JOB CLUBS at 897-1300, Oct. 20; 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. p.m. Have your GRADU- • Military identification card with photo 2007 to be considered. Bids should list FICE - Help support the only $1.25 a lb. Lowell Litho, - Administrative as- Furniture, American girl FALL INTO BRENDA B;S ATION & WEDDING photos • Student identification with photo from a high school or an accredited institution of higher education costs for both per trip and seasonal LHS Academic Boosters 105 N. Broadway. sistant, $12.57/hour; dolls, toys, dishes, tools, DAYCARE WITH EASE framed by the "Framing • Tribal identification card with photo options. & save a bunch of money clothes and more. Drivers, $18/hour; too! Key Cards are good at MATTRESSES :' Haii the - licensed christian home Artist." ART, artist created Secretary, $11.37- has openings. Come en- various places in Lowell & cost of the retailers. Twins, M U LT I - FA MILY BARN GIFTS, art CLASSES & $15.08/hour; Food A voter who is physically unable to attend the polls without assistance of another person, or who is at For more information, please stop by or GR! $15, cash only. 105 N. $100, fulls, $120, queens, SALE - Antiques, lots of joy the laughter, games MORE, www,fire-and-wa- & all around fun time at least 60 years of age, or will be away from the community is eligible to receive an absent voter ballot. If Broadway, Lowell. $140, kings $180 & up. All baby stuff, furniture, sewing service worker, $9.18 ter.-artcom or 890-1879.™ contact the township offices at 10381 Bailey Brenda's. Very affordable you wish to apply for an absent voter ballot contact the Clerk's Office at 616-897-8457 between 8:00 A.M. new. Large selection. No machine, tools, something - $12.94/hour; Mate- Dr., Lowell, Ml 49331. Phone number is '97 CHEVY TAHOE LT $100 bait & switch fake rates. Call 987-9351. and 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday. for everyone & everything rial handler, $10.15- PRINTING - Before you 897-5671, fax 897-5674. Hours are Monday, - 4WD, V8, automatic trans- pillowtop junk. 682-4767 order your next batch of is priced to sell. Thurs. & $14.31/hour. 616-248- HORSE BOARDING - N. mission, well maintained, or 293-6160.TFN envelopes, letterhead or Wednesday and Friday 9 am to 3 pm. You Fri., Oct. 18 & 19, 9-6 p.m. of Lowell, inside/outside, YOU MUST BE REGISTERED IN THE CITY OF LOWELL TO QUALIFY AS A VOTER! 141,000 miles, ready for JOBS(5627). business cards - call us & Sat., Oct. 20, 9-3 p.m. inside arena. Call Peggy BETTY R. MORLOCK, CITY CLERK may also e-mail the Clerk at winter, $5,600 obo. 897- for a quote! Lowell Litho, UPS SHIPPING AT 3868 Hilton Ave. Watch at 616-897-5807 or 616- clerk@veraennestwp nrr| 9444. 897-9261. THE LOWELL for signs. 915-4200. LEDGER! THE LOWELL LEDGER WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17,2007 PAGE 20 Wege feasibility study, continued... From Page i represents an important and will define strengths and in a studio setting accessible In addition to the report, "It's a lot of effort," The feasibility study is unique opportunity for the weaknesses of the area to the public. Residents again each municipality will get an said Pratt. "The donation expected to be completed Lowell community," said pertaining #to recreation may provide input during individual recreational plan is dependent upon the before Christmas. superintendent Greg Pratt. and to the future feasibility the charrette sessions. out of the planning process. outcome." The meeting, facilitated study. "Potential alternatives by consultants Williams Ideas generated from will emerge here," said & Works at the Lowell the meeting, as well as a project manager Jay Township Hall, is the first recreation inventory of the Kilpatrick. step to obtaining the land. area will be processed by the The concepts for the site Initially, the consultants consultants. will be visualized and their will provide overall findings, A two-day design implications evaluated by then the participants will charrette will be held at the the consulting team and the break into discussion groups Wittenbach Wege Center on public during the sessions. with facilitators. Nov. 2 and Nov. 3 from 9 "These ideas will be "It will be centered on a.m. to 3 p.m. used to ultimately develop the big picture of the needs The charrette will the feasibility report to the for recreation," said Pratt. have a drop-in format with Wege Foundation," said The participants architects creating drawings Pratt. Land located north of Foreman Road and Alden Nash may be donated to the Lowell community for recreation DEQ encourages alternatives to leaf burning The Department of Burning leaves releases fine e n v ironmentally-s o u n d Many communities also under Spotlight. required to burn leaves or Environmental Quality particles, carbon monoxide, ways to manage most yard have municipal composting A one page brochure brush. Homeowners are is encouraging Michigan and hydrocarbons into the waste. The easiest option is programs, and those entitled "Open Burning reminded to obtain a permit residents to explore air that may be harmful to to simply mow over leaves communities interested Regulations in Michigan" is before burning and that they alternatives to burning children and people with with a lawnmower to chop in developing an open also available along with a are responsible for damage leaves this autumn. allergies, asthma, or heart them into line mulch, and burning ordinance may refer home composting brochure caused by a fire they start. Leaf burning creates air disease. when left on a lawn, the to the Model Ordinance and other alternatives to For more information, pollution, contributes to Although leaves and mulch provides a number for Outdoor and Open burning. go to www.michigan.gov/ breathing problems, is a yard waste cannot be sent of needed nutrients for Burning at www.michigan. In rural areas where deqair or contact the DEQ serious fire hazard, and is to a landfill, mulching and the grass that will keep it gov/ deqair. Select "Open burning yard waste is Environmental Assistance illegal in many Michigan composting are simple. looking healthy. Burning Information" allowed. permits are Center at 1 800-662-9278. cities and communities. ••••••••••••••••I o THURSDAY, v OCTOBER 25 2 TO 4 PM 317 South Hudson Lowell, Ml 49331 Serving your AMBULANCE community since 1988! PLEASE JOIN US for hors d'oeuvres and refreshments and tour the NEW Lowell Ambulance Station! Meet the people who care about your community! . •" T;'