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By J.N. Boorsma Contributing Writer ered for Community Devel- 2002, were contributing to the opment Block Grant funding, current water problems in the The costs of a proposed at least for this year. area. underground project came in The cost left the council One resident at the meet- simply loo high for the city with little say especially when ing, however, adamantly dis- budget, with the Lowell City Austin responded from a sur- agreed with that. Dan Duram, Council asking how much it vey sent out. About 30 ques- of 1450 Carol Lynne, said he would be for further studies. tionnaires were sent out with went from having no water to Dave Austin, of Williams 17 homes responding; nine some water when the park and Works, presented the city homes indicated they had wa- was constructed, to now a council with a study in the ter problems in their base- constant stream of water since area of Faith, Carol Lynne ments. the sprinkling system was put and Jane Ellen drives in the Austin said the study did in. Valley Vista subdivision con- not do any additional soil A problem for the drain is cerning the possibility of a testings, but relied on existing being able to put it at an ad- proposed underground drain data, the questionnaires, and equate depth to help relieve Troy Gillan, the Gentleman Caller (Jim) and Laura (the daughter) make up half to help the residents with a look at what took place at the water in the area, Austin the cast of "The Glass Menagerie." water in their basements. Creekside Park. The homes said, adding that finding a con- The cheapest way was to were constructed in the early nection deep enough is the "The Glass Menagerie" do nothing at a cost of noth- 1970s and from the data that other tricky part. There is an ing ... to the most expensive existed, it can be determined existing storm seweron Eliza- which would cost $186,000 that the area already had a beth Dean Drive that would to install an underground high groundwater table. Aus- work, cutting the project to opens at the LPAC Thursday drain that ran from Jane Ellen tin explained. Creekside Park S167,000 and servicing about By Thaddeus J. Kraus Lowell Ledger Editor Drive to Carol Lynne Drive, was added in 1986. However, 23 homes, or the city would connecting to an existing un- from his studies, he said he have to go to Roberta Jayne's Lowell Area Arts Councirs Thebes Players will bring to life Tennessee Williams" 'The derground drain behind could not state that the work to underground drain, servicing Glass Menagerie" on three consecutive nights at the Lowell Performing Arts Center Roberta Jayne Drive. The create Creekside Parkand the about 30 homes. Either way. beginning Thursday (Jan.30). high costs also meant the current underground sprin- "It's a change from what we've done in the past, in that it's not a comedy. It's a drama project would not be consid- kling, which was added in Underground Project,cont'd, pg.8 about a man looking back on the shortfalls in his life." said director, Patrick Hobbs. The young cast, all first-time actors in a Thebes Players production, help bring a new. vibrant energy to the performance. "They are young and bring a lot of energy to the stage. They have provided me with Cable rate increase effective come March a lot of latitude because they are willing to try anything." said Hobbs. directing his third Thebes Players production. As one of the most famous plays of the modern theatre, "The Glass Menagerie" is a • •• Rising licensing fees force cable rate hike drama of great tenderness, charm and beauty. "It's wistful. It has to be because it is not reality. The characters are all exaggerated." Hobbs explains. By J.N. Boorsma Contributing Writer level would go from $12.95 to SI4.25 per The play will be presented on Thursday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m.; Friday. Jan.31 at 8 p.m. and month. After notification, the increases would Saturday, Feb. 1 at 3 and 8 p.m. Increases in licensing fees have forced be effective in March. General tickets are $8 with admission for students, seniors and LAAC members $6.50. the Lowell Cable Television to raise its The increases are a direct result of in- The cast members are Jen Rashleigh. the mother (Amanda); Daniel Falicki, her son rates. creases in the licensing fees for basic cable (Tom); Lara VanderHeiden, her daughter (Laura); and Troy Gillan. the gentleman (Jim). At the last week's Lowell City Council which has gone up $1.44 per subscriber. Amanda Wingfield is a faded tragic remnant of southern gentility who lives in poverty meeting, Lowell Cable Television general Richards said. Similar increases have oc- in a dingy St. Louis apartment with her son, Tom and her daughter, Laura. manager, Tom Richards presented the coun- curred for network programming, which is Amanda strives to give meaning and direction to her life and the lives of her children. cil with an increase in rates for both basic up about $1.20 per subscriber. Tom is driven nearly to distraction by his mother's nagging and seeks escape in alcohol and digital, along with a new underground Even with the increases, Richards said and the unrealistic world of movies. Lowell Cable Television's rates are still installation fee. Laura also lives in her own illusions. She is crippled and this defect, intensified by her The Board of Cable Television recom- well below others, which range from $40 to mother's anxiety to see her married, has driven her more and more into herself. mended, and the council unanimously ap- $46 per month for basic cable and $ 10 to $ 19 The crux of the action occurs when Tom invites a young man of his acquaintance to proved, increasing the basic rate, which per month for digital, depending on the num- take dinner with his family. includes49 channels, from $26.80 to $28.30 ber of channels offered. For more information call the Lowell Area Arts Council at 897-8545. per month. Digital Cable rates for entry Cable Rates, cont'd, pg. 8

Block grant funds' vote delayed by project Inside

By Thaddeus J. Kraus Lowell Ledger Editor use all or more than the $3,000 allocated by the township last year. Regan explained that the township will probably need to The Lowell Ledger Lowell Charter Township's board delayed voting on make an adjustment for the remainder of this year and also disbursement of its Community Development Block Grant allocate $3,000 for the following year. funds until February. A Rockford Ambulance representative was on hand to ask The township has $13,685.44 available in funds for the the township for an allocation of $5,000 toward the purchase 2002/03 fiscal year after $15,000 has been set aside for the of a new ambulance. township hall handicap accessibility project. It would replace a 1993 ambulance, with over 200.000 The board did not feel comfortable allocating the funds miles, currently used as a backup. A new ambulance will cost until it had determined how much will be needed for the $60,000 with the equipment from the old ambulance installed project. into the new one. The remaining funds will be used toward North Kent "I think both North Kent Transit and Rockford Ambu- Transit Service and Rockford Ambulance. lance are good uses of the block grant funds. I just think we Only six months through its fiscal year, township clerk, should wait until the cost for the handicap accessibility project Linda Regan reported that it appears North Kent Transit will is determined," board trustee Paula Blumm said. The Lowell Ledger - Wednesday, January 29 - 2003 - Page 2 The Lowell Ledger - Wednesday, January 29 - 2003 - Page 3

great-grandchildren; brother-in-law Owen Eash; several nieces Jackson, Jane and Ronald Parsley of Newaygo, Thomas and and nephews. Funeral services for Beryl were held Monday at Gina Dilly of Rockford, and John and Kimberly Dilly ot Hope Church of the Brethren with Rev. Doug Reichenback Vicksburg; his grandchildren Christina Dilly, Matthew Dilly, Sundry hopes to get project through planning commission in February OBITUARIES Sheri and Jeff Senk, Sara Williams and fiance Christopher officiating. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to your local Humane Society or the National Lupus Ahlers, Kelli Williams, Maria Parsley, Lauren Dilly, Jacob motion and it was agreed by a 5-2 vole to set a public hearing Dilly and Nicholas Dilly; his brothers and sisters Marilyn and Foundation. By J.N. Boorsma Contributing Writer "It was my understanding at the time that you did not want on the project at the planning commission's next regular James Kelley of Dade City, FL, Richard and Mary Dilly of to do a complete design for the project," said Jahnke, adding DILLY meeting in hopes of having a formal site plan ready for its - Mr. Robert A. Dilly, aged 71, went to be with the Grandville, Barbara and Reginald Nelson ot Kingsville. MO, HIGBEE - Ellen Virginia Higbee, aged 72, of Greenville, Until a few days ago. Sundry representatives thought they that he thought the developers wanted to first see if the PUD approval and to be sent on to the city council. Jahnke, who Lord on Friday. January 24,2003. Bob was a 1949 graduate of Donald and June Dilly of Lowell and Donna and Gary Laux ot passed away Sunday, January 26, 2003. She was preceded in were on the final leg of their journey to develop a 23-arce with the rezoning request would go through. Lowell High School. He courageously served his country in Lowell; and many nieces and nephews. The Mass ot Christian death by her husband Howard. Mrs. Higbee is survived by her parcel at 751 Grindle. A letter from the city's attorney, Sundry official, Kevin Rude said they were under the along with commission member. Barb Schmaltz voted against the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Bob was self- Burial for Mr. Dilly was offered Tuesday at Our Lady of children Lillian Marie(Richard)Tiffany,Walter(Bing) Higbee, however, informed them differently. impression that the company had fulfilled the requirements of the public hearing, said he thought the move was a little employed in the floor-covering business before his retirement. Consolation Catholic Church in Rockford with Father Anton Virginia L. Cope, Howard Jay Higbee, Thomas (Patty) Higbee; Planning commission chair, Clark Jahnke asked city staff the preliminary site plan and until receiving the letter from the aggressive. He is survived by his wife Gertrude; his children Robert and Tran presiding. Interment Rockford Cemetery. Those plan- brothers Walter (Nancy) Mercer, Clifford (Mary) Mercer. to review where the city and Sundry were at with the Highland attorney, did not even know where they were in the process. The city council will then need to review the site plan and Marcia Dilly of Dallas, TX, Jacklyn and Daniel Williams of ning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Hospice Henry Lee Mercer; sisters Ethel Mae Niewiadomski, Leatrice Hills Planned Unit Development which is scheduled to be Regardless, he said his company wants to continue to move hold another public hearing. Lou (Richard) Burke, Eunice Phillips; 15 grandchildren and Sundry official, Les Cole said they had tried to address all of Holland Home. placed on the property once owned by the Leeman family. forward with the project and work with the city so that Sundry many great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tues- Jahnke said he asked for the review since he became concerned can begin development. the concerns from the last work session which included the parking issue. At the request of councilman, Jim Pfaller, EASH - Beryl A. Eash, aged 87, of rural Freeport, passed away day at Roth-Gerst Chapel, Lowell. Interment OakwoodCem- there was some confusion over the procedure the city takes. After a quick review of comments from Williams and Sundry has added 29 parking spaces to the development and Friday, January 24, 2003 following a lengthy illness. She was etery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of City attorney, Richard Wendt said it was his opinion that Works, the engineering company used by the city, and re- The Lowell Ledger born in Grand Rapids on December 16. 1915, to George and Michigan. the planning commission was still in the preliminary site plan sponses from Sundry, the planning commission decided to has allowed the individual driveways to be expanded to three Estella Heller. She is survived by her husband ot 68 years, review and that no site plan had been approved by either the have another work session on the development Feb. 10 at 7 cars. Still, Jahnke said parking is probably going to be a hot (USPS 453-830) Clare; children Patricia Sage of Wintergarden. FL. Nancy and commission or the city council. From his review of the p.m. at the Englehardt Library. 5() Published weekly for $12 a year in Kent County, Jerald Cook of Wolverine, David and Peggy Eash of Alto, minutes, in his letter, Wendt said the city only approved the At the work session, the commission plans to have Will- issue. Originally, Sundry contended that extra parking could 50 be on the shoulder of the one-way street; however, Dave SH a year outside the county by the Georgia, John and Nancy Eash of Gun Lake, Judy and Ron PUD with the change in zoning from suburban residential to iams and Works there to go into detail on the development. Austin, of Williams and Works, said it is his company's Lowell Ledger Publishing Company, Bjork of Clarksville, Susan and Fred Fulsher of Morrison IN THE SERVICE R-1 residential, which reduced the lot sizes and allowed for the Rude said he plans to have his engineers there as well. Lake; 19 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren; three great- proposed 52 homes on the property. Planning commission member, Debra Hinton also made a opinion that in emergency or winter conditions, parking ar- 105 N. Broadway St., Lowell, Ml 49331 rangements would not work on a one-way street with one Roger K. Brown Thad Kraus access point. Publisher Editor Air Force Airman Patrick D. Van Tatenhove graduated The development, however, did get a positive in its favor. (616)897-9261 from the C-I30 Aircraft Mission Ready Airman course at Chamber adding another link to its marketing program Rude said he did call the Lowell Area Schools' parking garage Little Rock Air Force Base. Jackson, Ark. and was informed that the buses would service the develop- Second Class Postage Paid at Lowell, Ml WIN A FREE The course is designed to train airmen to be fully qualified ment with two stops as well as pick up students at the corner Published every Wednesday to perform duties and responsibilities as aerospace aircraft By Thaddeus J. Kraus of High and James streets. Currently the students from High POSTMASTER: Send address change to: $ 100 SAVINGS BOND maintenance crew chiefs. The students learned to perform Lowell Ledger Editor and James must walk to M-21 (E. Main) to catch a bus for The Lowell Ledger scheduled inspections, functional checks, repairs and preven- Businesses currently signed up to take part in the collec- school. P.O. Box 128 • Lowell, Ml 49331 tive maintenance on aircraft and aircraft installed equipment. Li/. Baker, executive director of the Lowell Area Cham- tive bargaining campaign are Cousins Hallmark, Chimera Sign up for and complete your Students ensure that the aircraft has been properly serviced ber of Commerce, calls it an important piece to the Lowell Design, Dream Pieces, Larkin's, Modern Photographies, Free Financial Consultation with Gary with fuel, hydraulic fluids and liquid oxygen, and accept marketing puzzle. Rare Finds, Springrove Variety and Touch of Country. Center Court Aportmenls Inc. 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Section 201.502 Immediate Emergency Treatment the Englehardt Public Library Community Cosmetic Dentistry. Teeth Whitening Room, 200 N. Monroe Street, Lowell, The proposed amendments are to clarify Sick or Injured Animals Seen Same Day Preventive Care Michigan. language and application procedures, clarify Evenings & Saturday Hours Available Extractions/Broken Tooth Repaired reviewing and approving body, describe Dentures (Same Day Repair) Early Drop-ojfs & House Calls unclassified special use procedures, add Insurance Plans Accepted 2 4 -Hour Emergency Service The purpose of said hearing will be to receive Day & Evening Hours: Science Diet Pet Foods comments on the following variance request: application submittal deadlines, describe the Monday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Boarding & Grooming public hearing and violation process, and add Tuesday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 417 Howard-Candice and Chris Fleszar- a major and minor modifications process to Wednesday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Smith has petitioned to construct a 4 1/2 approved permits. Thursday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. foot high fence in their required front yard Judd T. 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I put on multiple layers of socks in an Dean Bailey, pastor caused them to repent, turn to To actually heal the thing, you have to stay off your feet for attempt to keep the straps from digging into my shin and the Alto/Bowne Center God. about three weeks. That's a big, "Yeah, right!" for a self- top of my foot. I've added a folded towel for the same purpose. United Methodist Churches The sheer quantity of employed salesman. Better shoes, arch support insoles, never My foot measures an EEEE; the boot is a standard C width. I people repenting, approxi- walking barefoot, avoiding ladder work, etc., all help, but heated the plastic boot over a burner on the stove to stretch and Melissa Sobie, of Lowell, and Jeremy Casarez of Lake mately 120,000, is exceed- don't cure the problem. A couple of guys I talked to had a re-shape the thing where it gouged into the ball of my foot. 1 "And the people of Odessa are engaged and planning a June 21,2003 wedding. ingly impressive. However, doctor with a huge needle put a big shot of cortisone right up wear a gauze pad where it gouges into the ball of my foot. I Nineveh believed God; they The bride-to-be is the daughter of David and Jennifer cozv corner the more impressive by far in where it hurt. The drug eased the pain until the heel got a swear it took me less time to get taped and dress in full pads for proclaimed a fast, and every- Sobie of Lowell. She is a graduate of Lowell High School one, great and small, put on than the quantity of people y Roger Brown little better on its own. They both said the cure was worse than a football game than it does to get ready for bed these days. and Olivet College. repenting is the willingness of the cause. It's hard to tell who hates the boot more... my wife, or me. sackcloth." Jonah 3:5 (NRSV) The future groom is the son of Jan and Jerry Casarez of God to relent from destruc- Finally, a few weeks ago, 1 went to a doctor for something Even with the modifications, 1' m tearing at that Velcro several in all of biblical literature Lake Odessa. He is a graduate of Lakewood High School tion and allow them to live; I have this affliction callcd "plantar fasciitis." That's unrelated to my foot. While I was there 1 pulled one of those, times in the night. Also, when I get up in the middle of the night there is no more extensive in- and Grand Valley State University. dication of repentance than or, in other words, to forgive. Latin doctor-talk for, "hurts like childbirth when you put "Oh, by the way..." things on him. I cringed and waited for him for a trip to the bathroom, (another affliction that comes at. that of the inhabitants of While sackcloth is not in weight on your foot in the morning." to get out the big needle. about age 50) my ski boot, "clunk, clunk, clunks" on the tile Nineveh. Their repentance or vogue in our society, repen- Some people call the affliction a heel spur. I can under- The doctor did leave the exam room, and soon came back floor all the way to the John and back. turning to God made dramati- tance surely should be. To turn stand that terminology. It feels like a rough and tough old with his guaranteed cure. Instead of a long needle, he had what Despite my problems with it, 1 wore the boot religiously cally clear by the wearing of away from all that belittles cowboy buried a spur in my heel. Whatever you call the looked like a ski boot in his hand. His theory with the boot goes for about ten nights. Just when 1 thought my foot might be sackcloth, a coarsely woven and shrinks life, from personal affliction, I've been suffering with it in my right foot for three like this. The boot, when properly strapped on before bed, getting a little better, I fell off a ladder putting up Christmas fabric worn as a girdle around nastiness to social evil to in- or four years. Just add it to the list of ailments that seemed to keeps the arch of the foot from relaxing. With the tendons in decorations. I aggravated my injury and then some. The boot the loins to signify mourning. differences to all the hurting kick in on or about my fiftieth birthday. the arch stretched all night, as they are during the day, proper went on the shelf in the closet and has stayed there. My foot Most specifically, in the case and to turn to God where there I'm told the cause is a torn tendon in the arch of my foot. healing will eventually take place. The theory made sense to seems to have healed from whatever I did to it in the fall, but of the people of Nineveh, a is caring, forgiveness, mercy At night, in bed, when there is no weight on my foot the tendon me, and since 1 wasn't looking forward to that big needle in the the plantar fasciitis is as bad as ever. mourning, a deep sadness for and love is to repent, to take attempts to heal. When 1 get up, 1 re-injure the thing with my arch of my foot, 1 cheerfully shelled out the $215.00 for the Another reason I haven't gone back to wearing the boot their sins and evil ways that the major step into new life. first step, bringing tears to my eyes as 1 limp to the bathroom. boot. is the grandkids were visiting. They were here for nearly two Jesus, in utter simplicity, The injured foot hurts and throbs for the rest of the day, but 1 That night 1 went to bed with my big old ski boot strapped weeks and 1 didn' t want to wake them in the middle of the night tells us how with the prayer of hardly notice because the pain pales in comparison to that first in place. I don't think I slept for an hour before waking up in with some big shadowy hulk "clunk, clunk, clunking" around a publican, a tax collector: Emig/Wilcox step in the morning. excruciating pain. I had the straps too tight and my entire foot the house. They'd have nightmares for months. "God, be merciful to me, a Typical of me, I have been suffering with this thing off and lower leg were alive with pain. 1 tore at the Velcro straps Our grandkids have left, and as much as I hate to think so, i" sinner: and on, mostly on, without seeking medical attention. My and of course woke my wife up. The rest of the night was spent it's time to get the boot down from the shelf and give it another LOWELL 5 diagnosis has come about from talking with friends and in short periods of fitful sleep interrupted by bouts with that try. Hopefully I can get through the healing process before my Mr. and Mrs. John Emig of Farmington Hills and Mr. customers with the same problem. I've read ads in the back of cursed boot. I was ready to throw the thing out the window. My wife files for divorce on grounds of sleep deprivation. I'll let M-21 5 Minutes East o( Amway H Q It's time to rplan ? new S ) and Mrs. Rick Wilcox of Lowell are pleased to announce magazines touting various cures for plantar fasciitis. 1 even ran wife was ready to throw it out the window with me still you know in a few weeks how things turn out. 55.00 Kids all shows strapped into it. $5.25 DAILY Matinees til 6pm & Seniors areer. the eneaeemencr »_ t of their children, Michele Ernie and Chris into a retired podiatrist at a fly-in who gave me some pointers. $5.50 Students & Late Shows Fri & Sat Wilcox. 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Invest \n yourself The couple, both employed as engineers at the Whirl- will start building a $250,000 dam and electric plant north of Cold weather and ice underfoot prove hazardous and DARKNESS FALLS pool Corp. in St. Joseph, are planning an August 2003 1ME IS PASSING YOU BY Lowell, to be completed this year. Church and McDannell had cause at least two injuries before things warm up Tuesday. dX; wedding in Farmington Hills. Don't let time pass you by. planned the project earlier, but were stopped by the Panic of The k*all clear" Civil Defense warning signal will be Call Rick Seese, or Shelly Abbott, our They plan to reside in St. Joseph. 1893. sounded throughout Kent County at the same time, Thursday career counselor today at j#*-., The Kent County Bar Association honors the late John evening at 7 p.m. EMMA CAUlflELD 1-888-430-0634 Mathewson, who settled at Fallasburg in 1844 and ran a Fire Chief Dave Clark reports unusually high 1952 fire SHOWTIMES 1/27-1/30 GREENR1DGE oWi 7 cooper shop, then the sawmill before he went into law practice losses (the municipal plant was the big one) and warns that 0 DARKNESS FALLS (PG-13) Realty, Inc. ® By 12:50. 2:50. 5:00, 7:00. 9;00 w at Lowell. improper installation of stovepipes and chimneys is the most iL Prise ilia Lussmxer ©KANGAROO JACK (PG) A treasury official suggests that banks clean dirty paper dangerous factor. 1:05, 3:10, 5:15, 7:20. 9:15 money by laying it on a marble surface and using soap, water Michigan is now the fourth in the nation with tree farms, OA GUY THING {PG-13) 12:00.2:10,4:20. 7:10. 9:20 and a small brush. more than 300. JUST MARRIED (PG-13) Ledger Entries The Lowell Granite and Marble Works has $5,000 worth 1:00, 3:00, 5:10. 7:30. 9:40 of cemetery work booked for spring delivery. 25 YEARS THE GRAND VALLEY LEDGER CATCH ME IF YOU CAN AREA CHURCH DIRECTORY of 125,100,75,50 & 25 Years Ago Civil War veteran Robert B. Boy lan has operated Boylan's FEBRUARY 1, 1978 (PG-13) 1:10,4:00.6:45.9:30 CALVARY CHRISTIAN Hardware in Lowell since 1892; it was formerly the John C. The "worst blizzard in history" struck Wednesday night, F- R EE EL ' REFORMED CHURCH Scott Hardware. collapsing a ceiling in the middle school, closing down all 20oz DRINK k OF LOWELL east-west streets and engaging superhuman efforts by almost with $2,00 (1/3 oil) purchase VX Rev. William J. Renkema - 897-7060 ' of 46oz. bag of buttery popcorn 125 YEARS THE WEEKLY JOURNAL 75 YEARS THE LOWELL LEDGER AND THE ALTO everyone. 1 11* one p«t ad trouble and uncertainty of a case-by-case outcome, walk project and $4,000 to the North Kent Transit program decided the solutions would be too expensive to undertake and m+m the newly opened Flat River Grill. The restau- why should they have to? They have suffered many years with w hich provides assistance to senior citizens and handicapped furthermore, it was not really the city's responsibility (aren't rant has graciously donated this prize to the this; why not ease their burden? Compassion is a city Core riders. building permits issued by the city?). w inner. The contest will run until Feb. 15. In case Value. Come on, commissioners, lend a helping hand. That's CDBG is a federal program that allows the city to use The commissioners suggested that a special assessment of ties, the earliest postmark on the entry w ill be what good neighbors do. money for a variety of city projects. The money is handled would have to be levied on those affected in order to pay for the the winner. All entries should be sent to: Lowell through the county. For the past three years the city has installation of an underdrain. Hence, the issue is dead and Area Historical Museum, P.O. Box 81, Lowell, received almost $ 154.000 from the program using it for items buried as far as the commission is concerned. Peter Vanderhorst MI 49331.

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The bottom part would mark the home of the School of L (heir expertise for the Maple Syrup Festival Feb. 28- March ALUMNI HOCKEY GAME It was always the intention of the Lowell Airport Board to Missionary Aviation Technology (SMAT), which pays to 2. School groups will be on Friday; community groups on the There will be an LHS alumni hockey game Saturday, Feb. eventually replace the sign marking the entrance to the airport. utilize the Lowell Airport for its programs. weekend. Learn maple syrup collecting techniques. Call 987- 8 from 7-8:30 p.m. at Patterson Ice Center. All alumni are "It was brought to the forefront when someone ran into it Since the sign would include SMAT, that organization has 1002 for information or to volunteer. welcome. and brought it down," said Jim Seme, an airport boardmember offered to provide the planter, footings and sandstone cap for who attended last week's Lowell City Council meeting. the signage. This is a $3,200 donation. Underground Project, cont't... From Page i During the first snowfall earlier this year, when the roads That left about $3,800 of the original $7,000 cost, which were slippery, it appears someone attempted to enter the was too much for the airport board's budget to handle. Serne review probably won't determine much more than what has came to the council meeting to see whether the city would chip LAAC PLAY THIS WEEKEND AT LPAC it would only help about nine homes (from the survey) known airport via Lincoln Lake. From the track marks, it looks as though the driver made too wide a turn and in the process in about half ($ 1,900) of the cost of the sign which, after some The Glass Menagerie will be shown Thursday at 7:30 to have problems. Austin said. already been discovered. "There doesn't appear to be an easy solution or an discussion on where the money would come from, the council p.m.: Friday at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 3 and 8 p.m. in the "Even if an underground drain is put in. you can't brought down the sign, Serne said. The driver has never been Lowell Performing Arts Center.Tickets: S8 general admis- guarantee even at an adequate depth this will solve the affordable one" said Mayor Jeanne Shores. located. unanimously agreed to do. sion: $6.50 LAAC members/students/seniors: available at problem." Austin said, adding that it worked on Roberta Another option would be for residents with a problem to With that in mind, the board decided now was the time to City manager, David Pasquale said the city has money in 'Sv School of Missionary LAAC. 149 S. Hudson or by calling 897-8545. Jayne. but that did not promise it would work again. install their own underground drain system which, with look at a new sign for the entrance. It is a goal to have the general fund that could be used for this project. Sgf Aviation Technology The council decided to see how much it would cost for excavation and footing drains, is not cheap either, coming in something similar to that of the city signs. It would be a wood Work on the new sign will begin after the weather clears and it will be placed a little further from the road to avoid any POP CAN DRIVE FOR SOCCER PROGRAM further surveys including a review of Creekside Park. Austin at about $9,000 to $15,000. sign on two posts mounted in masonry work. The top part ^ TRAINING FOR: would have Lowell City Airport with an old-fashioned air- further damage. There will be a can drive for the Lowell varsity boys soccer said those studies such as an extensive hydro-geological * FLIGHT = A&P' MAINTENANCE = team on Saturday. Feb. 1 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cans may be left on your door step to be picked up or dropped off at the personalities drawn to it. He remains connected to the broad- high school parking lot during that time. Cable Rates, cont'd... From Page 1 HARD! HAPPENINGS cast business by currently doing play-by-play of the West Michigan Whitecaps and college basketball. He is currently The last time the cable TRIBUTE TREE NEEDS NOMINEES Richards said the board underground, which is more Overall, Lowell Cable writing his second murder mystery novel. The sign is expected to be put up in the spring. rates were increased was Lowell Area Schools Education Foundation is seeking also wanted to create a new costly than placing them on Television is stable right now If you would like more information about the R. Brian about a year and a half ago in nominees for the annual "Tribute Tree'celebration during the underground installation fee poles. This involves digging with some potential develop- Berkey program, call the Englehardt Library at 647-3920. ment. Richards said. September of 2001. Spirit of Community program this spring. To honor a commu- of $40 to cover those costs. In up the area and installing the Hold a true friend with both your hands. nity member who has improved the school system, call Rose areas where the utilities are cable. Richards said. —Nigerian proverb at 897-8415. underground, the cable com- *** Bryant, Cassandra Thomas. Kenneth Gregersen Sr., Joe pany must also place its cables HAPPY BIRTHDAY [ FEBRUARY 4: Jo Hill, Barnes, Colleen Myers, l Kelsey Scheider. Mandy Schneider. JANUARY 30: Susan I FEBRUARY 5: Ann Mulder, PET GROOMING Roudabush. Nicholas R. Brian Berkey, a local author, will visit the Englehardt Kinsley. Tyler Call. Josh Mu nici- Library on Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. He will discuss the • Come and See Us At ! sy TOWNSHIP OF GRATTAN Dietz. ' BUSINESS p a 1 writing of his murder mystery novel, Morning Drive, set in I The Animal Hospital & Pet Complex | KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN JANUARY 31: RickFonger, MATTERS League's Grand Rapids and revolving around the radio industry. 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Beginning in February, Lowell Rotary Club will embark on a "Donate a Phone" fundraising campaign. statement at Over a 90-day time period, Rotary will collect used cell phones lying idle in Lowell's H closets and drawers in need of reprogramming. refurbishing or recycling. The Donate a PhoneRaising program is a new approach to fundraising. It is designed to help Mona Shores raise funds by collecting old cell phones. It was developed by the CITA Wireless Foundation DONATE and ReCellular Inc., the philanthropic organization for the country's wireless industry. By Thaddeus J. Kraus Beginning Feb. 1, Huntington Banks, Lowell YMCA, Fifth-Third Bank, Ionia County a phone Lowell Ledger Editor National Bank, Chapman State Farm Insurance, Speerstra Insurance, Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce and the Lowell Area Arts Council will be wireless phone dropoff sites. The significance of Lowell gymnastics team's perfor- w 4 vim Current phone models are most in demand and can yield $10 or more per phone. Second mance at Mona Shores Saturday far outweighed its 136.8 tier, older phones typically generate between $l-$3. score. f Obsolete models will yield no funding for Rotary; however, they will be recycled. In placing second to Traverse City, Lowell bested Forest "We are collecting wireless phones. Cordless phones meant for the home are not accept- Hills, a team it lost to by three points a week earlier. Have an old cell phone? "Their performance should make the girls a pretty confi- able." said Lowell Rotarian, Dick Bryan. dent team going into a key stretch of meets," Lowell gymnas- behaviors and have c ..agger- to integrate the input, so that tics coach, Michele DeHaan said. ated emotional responses or he/she can respond adapt ively. The first of which is an O-K Rainbow dual meet with can become hypersensitive to It is important to identify Rockford on Wednesday (Jan. 29). Home meets against Hol- Available touch, movement or sounds. where the infant is in their land and Kenowa Hills proceed in upcoming weeks. \ Traverse City won the Mona Shores Invitational with lu'l January 1, They can then develop a fear- ability to integrate sensory in- LowelPs gymnastics team placed second at the Mona Shores Invitational. ful, cautious behavioral pat- formation, and then, to slowly 137.8 points followed by Lowell 136.8, Forest Hills 136.425, L 2003 tern or possibly even defiant stretch them toward handling Rockford 132.225, Kenowa Hills 128.45, Mona Shores Individual highlights included the performance of fresh- 6f5StN6vii lil'hiV Lowell 131.9 ones. more sensory material. 128.275, Cadillac 116.95, East Kentwood 113.625 and EGR man, Rcbecca Underwood. Intolerance of movement In essence, the critical 108.3. "She just keeps getting better and better," said DeHaan. West Catholic 126.1 TWO BEDROOM Donna Warber Rev. Hob Baird Kathrvn Denllouter may be indicated by persis- piece here is to identify where Saturday was also significant in that it provided a stage for "Rebecca has been a shining and pleasant surprise." M.A., LLP M.S.W. I'h. I). Vault BALCONY APARTMENT tent irritability, fussing and an your infant is and then, move Lowell senior. Holly Plattner to display her wonderful gym- Underwood's scores were used in three of four events inability to be calmed by slow, them toward adaptability at a nastics talent. (vault, beam and floor). Holly Plattner 8.9 Subsidized housing, 2 person rhythmic rocking by the rate where distress is mini- Plattner took three firsts and a sixth to win the all around DeHaan also recognized freshman, Alicia Weeber. "She's Krystal White 8.55 This is the second article runners of good coping skills caregiver. These infants can mized. This will lay a good in Division IL Included in that was a school record-setting been recovering from surgery on a middle finger. She returned Melissa Neubecker 8.55 household. Annual income no in a series of six articles on the which are critical for the be challenging. What works foundation for their future score of 9.35 on the balance beam. against East for the first time and scored a 7.0 on the beam. She ik u Jenna Dickerman 8.15 less than $18,082.00. infant from 0-3. This article child's mental health. These best is the slow, regular intro- coping skills. Next month, we \ think it was Holly's best day ever," said DeHaan. She has worked so hard to get back to competing. Her routine will look at how the infant coping skills arc needed when duction of sound, movement will discuss how the infant also accomplished one of her goals by winning the all around created so much team excitement." Does not include deduction income Beam develops self-comforting the child faces school chal- and other sensory stimuli that communicates, kkI have (35.850)." i.e., minor child or daycare costs, etc. strategies. Most often self- lenges and other life chal- is based on the infant's ability needs." Melissa Neubecker, second to Plattner in the all around Vault Heat, water, sewer, trash. comforting strategies in early lenges. (34.5), recorded an 8.85 on the beam, placing third overall. Melissa Neubecker 8.45 If meet criteria contact: infancy consist of mouthing Shirley Zeitlin, Ed.D.,and Krystal White earned an 8.4 and Rebecca Underwood and Holly Plattner 8.9 Holly Plattner 8.1 hands or objects, cuddling a Gordon Williamson, Ph.D., in Concert series seeks musicians Carisa Sayer each tallied an 8.1. Krystal White 8.55 Jenna Dickerman 7.75 soft toy, hugging hands their book Coping in Young "Melissa did not get a first or second and still finished Melissa Neubecker 8.55 Brianna Kinney 7.5 BIRCHW00D GARDENS against chest and using transi- Children, strongly suggest that The Lowell Showboat second in the all around. She is so balanced and such a good Jenna Dickerman 8.15 tional objects such as a blan- the processing of sensory in- Summer Concert Series is gymnast in all four events. She has been that way tor tour Uneven Bars ket (blankie) or teddy bear. formation forms the founda- seeking musicians. The 10- "TKo&cte 'TKudcc APARTMENTS years," DeHaan explained. Balance Beam Another way to self-corn- tion for the infant's attention, week concert series, begin- Complete DJ Service Planner's 9.25 was the day's lop score on the vault. Melissa Neubecker 8.2 Call Debbie at (616) 897-8049 fort is to snuggle into a quiet self-regulation, and coping ning Thursday, June 12, will Music Variety For All Neubecker was third overall with a personal best vault of 8.9. Melissa Neubecker 8.45 Krystal White 8.05 place such as snuggling into a capability. What does that be on Riverwalk Plaza with Your Party Needs! White was fifth with an 8.7 and Jenna Dickerman scored an Holly Plattner 8.1 Holly Plattner 7.85 TDD # 1-800-649-3777 Jenna Dickerman 7.65 corner of his/her crib. Self- mean? Essentially, it means musicians performing on a • Reasonable Rates • 8.35. Jenna Dickerman 7.75 comforting strategies are very that the stimuli that the infant stage in front of the Lowell 765 Hunt St., Lowell • CD Quality Sound • In the floor exercise, Plattner was again tirst. earning a Brianna Kinney 7.5 Floor Professionally Managed by... important for babies to estab- receives from his environment Showboat. 9.025. White was second at 8.825, Neubecker, third with a EOUAIHOUSM • 1000 Watt Stereo System • LENDER lish because these are the fore- needs to be "managed" by the Blues, World Music, Uneven Bars Medallion Management, Inc. • Over 12,000 Song Library • score of 8.625 and Carmen Datema tallied an 8.275. infant. Infants and young chil- Rock, Country & Western, Lowell's top four scores on the uneven bars were Plattner Holly Plattner 9.15 • We Play Your Requests • Krystal White 8.7 dren vary greatly in their ca- Folk, Big Band, Gospel and (8.175), White (8.15), Neubecker (8.125) and Dickerman Melissa Neubecker 8.2 • Oldies • Country • Melissa Neubecker 8.3 pacity to manage their states Jazz are some of the music (7.8). Krystal White 8.05 • Top 40 • Club Music • of arousal. Some infants are styles the concert selection Holly Plattner 7.85 Carmen Datema 8.05 Call (616) 897-1355 under-reactive and need en- committee is looking for. Lowell 125.15 Jenna Dickerman 7.65 TOWNSHIP OF GRATTAN Lowell needed a good performance to get past a West gaging interaction to become If you or your group fit If Busy Call - 581-6550 EGR 111.2 Catholic squad, minus one of its top gymnasts. stimulated and involved with the bill, forward yourCD/cas- Floor COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN "I thought the girls had a good meet. We're adding some their environment. sette, a brief bio (with contact Two things were accomplished by the Red Arrows at East twists to our tly aways on the bars and 1 think our beam routines PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 5, 2003 at 7:00 Others are hyper-reactive name and phone number) and Grand Rapids Wednesday night: their second conference win Holly Plattner 9.15 ^ CALL SUZIE... > are improving." p.m., the Planning Commission of the Township of Grattan will hold a and readily become over- group photo (for p.r. purposes) and an opportunity for girls other than the top gymnasts to Krystal White 8.7 public hearing at the Grattan Township Hall, 12050 Old Belding Road, loaded with environmental to the Lowell Area Arts Coun- SUZIE SELLS record regional qualifying scores. Melissa Neubecker 8.3 within the Township, concerning the application of Ed DeYoung for a stimuli. The hyper-reactive cil, P.O. Box 53, Lowell, MI "It was a fun meet in that girls were able to compete who Carmen Datema 8.05 baby can develop defensive 616-550-6777 special land use for a private road to serve four parcels of land in the 49331. Deadline is Feb. 28. might not otherwise get a chance," said Lowell gymnastics R-L Lake Residential District and also a special land use to permit the coach, Michele DeHaan.

WELCOME TO development and use of one or more parcels of land in the R-L District L. that would have a reduced lot width, but not less than 150 feet of lot LOWELL EST. 1811 * width, all of such lands being located at approximately 12445 Belding m/t .i*M< In "r I. * 1».) Road and legally described as follows: In His Service GREAT NEWS!!! That part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 15 Nobody in the world sells described as beginning at a point 600 feet West of the Northeast GOSPEL MUSIC more real estate than - The Lowell Ledger corner of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of said Section; thence Westerly 729 feet, more or less, to the Northwest corner FEBRUARY 2 • 10:50 AM w/m of said Northwest 1/4 of Northeast 1/4; thence Southerly to the NOW AVAILABLE AT North Right-of- Way line of State Highway M-44; thence Easterly along said Right-of-Way line approximately 729 feet to a point Inside Lowell Church Store 600 feet West of the Southeast corner of said Northwest 1/4 of Nobody in Lowell sells MEIfER real estate like Northeast 1/4; thence Northerly 1320 feet, more or less, to the Of If. Owi CetMhMvXy point of beginning; except therefrom a parcel 280 feet East and The Nazarene West by 300 feet North and South in the Southeast corner w/m +AMOCO thereof; Town 8 North, Range 9 West, Grattan Township, Kent Country County, Michigan. "Your Little Hills + SHELL + SPEEDWAY

All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with Country Church ^ RITE AID regard to the requested special land uses. Written comments may be + MEIJER GAS MART submitted prior to the hearing, to the Township office, 12050 Old In The City"Since 1933... Belding Road, Belding, Michigan 48809, up to the time of the public SE + LOWELL FOOD MART hearing. At The Corner Of REEVBOLD + LOWELL BEER STORE Dated: January 27, 2003 Washington & Avery St. 616-897-8106 office i GARY'S COUNTRY MEATS 616-897-6953 home PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE Everyone Weleome [email protected] 4- ALTO TOTAL STATION TOWNSHIP OF GRATTAN www.suzannereinbold.homelog.com . •A*: The Lowell Ledger - Wednesday, January 29 - 2003 - Page 12 The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 29, 2003 - Page 13 Lowell wrestlers rebound with convincing string of wins

In the most competitive By Thaddeus J. Kraus itself behind (10-6) again. Notices in The Ledger's "Com- EVERY MON.: Boy Scout EVERY OTHER WED.: denominational help for p.m. Families: $10; indi- SAT., FEB. 1: Registra- The Red Arrows then match of the night, J .J. Wilder Lowell Ledger Editor ing Events" are free of charge Troop 102: boys 11 & up or 6:45-8:45 p.m. G.E.M.S. pregnant women / adoles- viduals $3; ages 5-17 tion opens for 2- or 3-day strung together four wins in a (160) edged Zack Loew 9-7. to any nonprofit organization completing 5th-grade, Girls Club - Calvary Chris- cents at the school: 11 a.m. $1.50; members free. preschool program at Frustrated and angry with row - a major decision and "Loew is a tough kid. J.J. in the Lowell, Ada, Alto & meets 7 - 8:30 p.m. at tian Reformed Church. -3 p.m.; Mondays: 5:30-8 Franciscan Life Process what transpired at the Gary three pins to take a 28-10 ad- did a good job of refocusing Saranac areas. We prefer Scout Cabin on N. Wash- Girlsages 8-13. 897-8694. p.m. 897-9393. FLAT RIVER OUTREACH Center (Sept. - May). Call Rivers Memorial Tourna- vantage. during the match and kept such notices to be kept brief ington St. Call Terry MINISTRIES THRIFT 897-7842 for more infor- ment, Lowell vented its dis- Joe Mendez (112) up- control," Strejc explained. and to be submitted by mail, 868-6481. SHOP HOURS: Wed- mation. pleasure Thursday night ended Tom Grimm 19-6; Ryan Dykhouse, 171, EVERY WED.: Pioneer FIRST THURS.: 4-H but will accept notices by Fri.: 12-6 p.m.; Sat.: 10 against Hudsonville. David Kropf (119) pinned decisioned Jake Tracy 11-4, Clubs 6:30-8 p.m. Ever- drama club meetings at ipws phone at 897-9261. The Red Arrows showed Steve Prescher at 1:49 of the giving Lowell a 52-14 advan- 1ST & 3RD TUES.: Dia- green Missionary Church, Lowell Middle School choir a.m.- 2 p.m. 519 E. Main MON., FEB. 3: Lowell up with their A-game as they first period; Brandon Kinney tage. betic Support group meets 10501 Settlewood Dr. Chil- room. 897-1502 after 5. St. 897-2037. Athletic Booster Club regu- EVERY MONTH:Fiat River pounded Hudsonville 52-17. (125) pinned Eddie Diaz at In the final match of the at Schneider Manor Com- dren 4-7th grade. lar business meeting at 7 night, Pete Serne (189) lost 5- Snowmobile Club meets at "The boys have learned 3:18 of the second period; and munity Room at 9:30 a.m. 897-5894 for details. FIRST AND THIRD ENGLEHARDT LIBRARY p.m. in high school staff 3 to David Teusink. J.J. Wilder earned a 12-4 decision against Hudsonville's Zach Loew. that they are no longer the best Matt Kilmartin, in his first clubhouse (11841 Potters ?'s call 897-2760. THURS.: Alto Lions Club HOURS: Mon.- Wed.,12 - lounge. team anymore," said Lowell match of the year, pinned "1 was pleased with the Rd.) east ot Montcalm Ave. WED.: 8 p.m. ALANON meets at a new location: 8 p.m.; Thurs. - Fri.: 9:30 Preston Pepper at 1:53 of the team's performance tonight," wrestling coach, Dave Strejc. For dates call 897-5015. SECOND TUES.: G.R. Annalaine's on S. Alden a.m.-5p.m.;Sat.:9:30a.m. SAT., FEB. 8: LHS alumni Strejc said. "They worked meets at Lowell Congre- "They are the only ones that first period. Guests welcome. Chapter of the American gational Church upstairs. Nash at 7 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. 200 N. Monroe hockey game from 7-8:30 can change that. They may Kilmartin, a student at hard this week." Sewing Guild meets at St. 647-3920. p.m. at Patterson Ice Cen- have been guilty of resting Lowell through school of EVERY OTHER SUN: Plainfield Senior Center, EVERY 2ND THURS.: ter. All hockey alumni are their laurels and ranking." choice, was not eligible to Lakewood Invitational EVERY WED.: Rotary Single adults, ages 25-50 LOWELL AREA ARTS welcome. Lowell won 10 of 14 wrestle until the start of sec- 5255 Grand River Dr. 6:30 meets at noon at Lowell N.A.R.F.E. meets 1:30 years, meet 4 - 5:30 p.m. COUNCIL: Open Tues., matches, seven via the pin. ond semester (Monday). Lowell, who has been social time; 7 p.m. pro- Masonic Temple. p.m. at Trinity Lutheran "1 think we were the vic- "li was nice to finally gel bounced around once or twice at First United Methodist gram. Call Sandy at Church, 2700 E. Fulton. Wed. & Fri.: noon - 5 p.m.; SAT., FEB. 8: Free family tims of a good wrestling team out there. I've been chomping at the lakewood Invitational, Church of Lowell. Social 285-0621. EVERY WED.: "Peppers" Thurs.: noon -7 p.m.; Sat., fly tying workshop from 9- did the bouncing Friday night, venting some anger." said at the bit," Kilmartin said. time/ It. Bible study. Call (Sr. adults) at Franciscan EVERY 3RD THURS.: 1-4 p.m. 149 S. Hudson. noon. RSVP to Tammy at "Coach has been training us as it swept, Saginaw heritage, Hudsonville wrestling coach, Mark 897-8642 or Tammy TUES.: Take Off Pounds Life Process Center: 1 -3:30 Rubber stamping group at Call 897-8545. the Wittenbach Center Jeff Henderson. "It was an pretty hard, so 1 felt pretty Middleville and Lakewood in 897-0872. Sensibly Tops Ml#372 p.m. $10/wk. Transporta- Christian Life Center 6-9 987-1002. Limited space. old-fashioned spanking. It's good. It's a lot more fun beiiiii convincing fashion. c ^ meets Key Heights Mobile tion? Call Pat 897-7842. p.m. Create cards, scrap- FEB. 1: LAAC Thebes hard to judge whether we able to wrestle than just prac- The most impressive of EVERY MON.: Lowell Home Park Community books, etc. Share supplies. Players "The Glass Menag- THURS., FEB. 13: Lowell didn't wrestle as well as we ticing and then watching." the three came against High School Fellowship of Call Dawn 862-8841. erie" at LHS Performing Freestyle sign-ups at Leading 28-14 after Beau Middleville, the 2002 Divi- Bldg. Weigh-ins 5:45 p.m. EVERY WED.: Lowell have been or that Lowell was • — - - • Christian Athletes and sion 11 state runnerup. Church of the Nazarene Arts Center 3 & 8 p.m. $8 Cherry Creek Elementary very sharp and stepped it up Wilder (135) dropped a 12-3 Friends - meets from 7- The Red Arrows ham- TUES.: Flat River Caravan children's pro- EVERY 3RD THURS.: general admission; $6.50 from 6-8 p.m. Must bring a tonight." decision, the Red Arrows ran 8:30 p.m. in members' mered th Trojans 49-16. VFW #8303 Ladies Auxil- for LAAC members/se- copy of youth's birth certifi- The match started at 215 off five straight wins - three homes. Call 676-1355 for Woodcarvers meet at gram, 7 p.m., 5-12 years. by way of pins. Lowell won the opening iary: 3 p.m. at Schneider niors/ students. cate. Cost: $65. with Eagle Dan Stapf defeat- details. LAAC 6:30-8:30 p.m. New Call 897-8800 with ???'s. four matches and nine of the ing Ben Barle 12-3. Kevin Frazier (140) Bobby Gingerich pinned his Eagle opponent in 3:16 of the second period. members welcome. Manor (until further notice). Jordan Moore, in just his pinned Jason Rangel at 1:15 first 10 as it built a 40-10 SAT., FEB. 1: Lowell var- COMING EVENT - Lowell SECOND MON. OF EACH EVERY SECOND WED.: of the first period. advantage. second match of the year, gave 1ST TUES.: Adults with Kent County Youth Fair EVERY THIRD THURS.: sity boys soccer team - pop Seniors Travel (all ages). The Red Arrows recorded (145), Bobby Gingerich (152) 6-4; Matt Kilmartin, 130, 11- Rash, HWT. 8-6. MONTH: Fallasburg His- Lowell a 6-4 advantage with a Bobby Gingerich (145) 8 Kevin can drive 10:30 a.m. - 3 Italy (Tuscany area) March and Jordan Moore (215). ' hazier, 140, 5-3; Lowell defeated Heritage torical Society holds AD/HD at Calvin College, Board meets at 7:30 p.m. Parents Supporting Par- pin against Will Huisman at and Braton Fred line (152) five pins against Middleville. Decisions were posted by Ryan Dykhouse, 160,3-2; J.J. 54-18 and a shorthanded 7-9 p.m. Free. Call Gary at King Memorial Youth ents group at Franciscan p.m. Drop your cans off in 29-April 6 all inclusive. Call 1:50 of the first period. responded with second period The pins were handed in by monthly board meeting at Brandon Kinney, 125 pounds. Wilder, 171, 12-4, and John Lakewood squad 49-21. Engle at 897-6325 or 248- Center at the Fairgrounds. Life Process Center: dis- the high school parking lot Mary 897-7092 for more Minus a wrestler at 103, pins - Gingerich at 3:16 and Joe Mendez (112), David chamber office at 7 p.m. cussion for parents of or leave them on your door- information. Lowell gave up six and found Fredline at 3:45. Kropf (119), Jamie DeLiefde Public invited. 897-7161. 2423. Call 897-6050. children. Call 897-7842, step to be picked up. SECOND MON. OF EACH 1ST TUES.: WINGS Par- EVERY SECOND WED.: MONTH: The Lowell ent Group meets 7:30 - 9 Lowell Women's Club EVERY THIRD THURS.: Lowell basketball team splits pair; loses star point guard p.m., in Board Room at meets noon in community Royal Arch Masons regu- Board of Education meets 300 High St. Business room at Schneider Manor, lar meeting at 7:30 p.m. at r at 7:00 p.m. in Administra- East Grand Rapids used a strong third-quarter effort to Trailing 32-27 at halftime, the Red Arrows were outscored Lowell used a strong opening eight minutes to separate the Lowell Masonic Cen- tion Building, 300 High meetings/odd mos; pro- 725 Bowes Rd. build on a five-point halftime lead as the Pioneers upended the 8-0 in the opening 90 seconds of the second half as the Pioneers itself from Belding en route to a 48-27 nonconference win. gram meetings/even mos. ter, 119 Lincoln Lake, opened a 12-point lead (48-36) after three quarters of play. The Red Arrows netted 16 first-quarter points in building Street. Red Arrows 68-59 in an O-K White tussle. Lowell. Dinner: 6:30 p.m. WE EVERY FOURTH WED.: The loss dropped Lowell to 3-3 in the O-K White, but more Jamie Smalligan led the Pioneers in scoring with 23 points a seven-point lead.Lowell, then, outscored the Redskins 13-4 EVERY SECOND & Elderly volunteers needed importantly it cost Lowell the services of its leading scorer, and added 17 rebounds as he controlled play in the paint. Kyle in the second quarter to build a 29-13 halftime advantage. SECOND MON. OF EACH EVERY THIRD THURS.: Sam Oberlin. Cunningham and Brandon Teets netted 15 and 13 points "We were able to get off to a quick start (12-2) and that's MONTH: BowneTownship FOURTH TUES.: Knights for Intergenerational pro- LaLeche League of Ada, The junior broke a bone in his left hand in the tinal tour respectively. important for us," said Lowell coach, Jeff McDonald. "The Historical Society holds its of Columbus #7719 meets gram w/school children Cascade, Lowell 6:30 p.m. minutes of Friday's game against East Grand Rapids. Oberlin "Smalligan is a really improved player. You put in a guy boys showed well in the first half but not so well in the second regular meeting at the His- St. Mary School, 7:30 p.m. from Lowell in activi- SHIP socializing; meeting 7 p.m. is scheduled for surgery this week (Wednesday) and is ex- 6' 11" and surround him with 2-3 players who can shoot and half. We can't pick and choose when we're going to play." torical Museum at 84th ties.9:45-10:45 a.m. or Sam Oberlin led all scorers with 13 points. Mark Catlin Mother-mother support for pected to be out for at least three weeks. that makes for a tough matchup," McDonald explained. and Alden Nash, 7:30 p.m. EVERYSECONDTUES.: 12:45- 1:45 p.m. Call Sis- "It's going to be a huge challenge. We count on him for so Oberlin led all scorers with 25 points for Lowell. He was added nine, Shane Stokes scored eight and Craig Carpenter Lowell Masonic Lodge reg. ter Colleen F.S.E. at pregnant & breastfeeding much," said Lowell coach, Jeff McDonald. l5-of-17 from the foul line. Andy McQueen poured in 12 and finished with seven points for Lowell. women. Nursing children THIRD MON. OF THE meeting, 7:30 p.m. at Ma- Franciscan Child Develop- Lowell trailed 15-14 after the opening eight minutes. East Mike Koster added 11. The Red Arrows, 6-4, outscored Belding (2-8), 18-15 in UPS sonic Center, 119 Lincoln ment Center, 897-7842. welcome. Ada church.Call built its lead to five with a 17-13 advantage in the second Lowell travels to Northview on Friday. the second half in recording a 19-point victory. MONTH: Lowell Showboat Lake. 752-8300. quarter. Garden Club meets at 7 Bring your pre-packaged & addressed p.m. in Fellowship Hall of EVERY FOURTH WED.: SECOND THURS. OF packages in & we will ship them out for you! the Nazarene Church. For SECONDTUES.: G.R. re- Support group for Periph- culprits are the long bear market 3/4 which reduced seniors' a habit - and it can be a hard one to break. So if you don't want EACH MONTH: Geneal- info, call Dave: 897-2533. gion of the Horseless eral neuropathy meets at 4 Pickup everyday at 4 p.m. to use credit cards extensively when you're retired, don't get retirement savings 3/4 and rising medical costs, particularly Carriage Club meets7 p.m. p.m. at St. Paul's Anglican ogy - Alto Family Tree Club Financial Focus too comfortable with them now. the escalating prices of prescription drugs. at Alto Library 6:30-8 p.m. MON. OR TUES.: Cub at old S&H Green Stamp Church,Grand Rapids. Will conditions be different when you're retired? No one • Establish an "emergency fund" -To avoid tapping into storefront in Rogers Plaza. 897-9794. The Lowell Ledger EdwardJones can predict the future, of course, but one thing is certain: The your investments or relying on credit cards, establish an Scouts for boys in 1 st - 5th Anyone interested in his- SECOND SAT. OF EV- Serving Individual Investors Since 1871 more you do now to prepare yourself financially for retire- emergency fund containing between six to 12 months worth of grades, Alto or Lowell. Call 105 N. Broadway, Lowell THURS.: Weight Watch- ERY MONTH: Ada ment, the less you'll have to worry about debt when you get living expenses. Keep the money in a liquid account, such as Terry Amidon at 897-8751. torical autos welcome. Call L. J ers at Lowell Nazarene Historical Society at 1 p.m. there. a money market account. And when you retire, you may want Bob 891-2205 for more in- Church, 201 N. Washing- at Averill Historical Mu- With Christopher C. Godbold So, what steps should you take? Here are a few to consider: to build an even bigger cash cushion. By following these FOURTH MONDAY OF formation. ton, 5:30 & 7 p.m. Register seum of Ada, 7144 • Put a "price tag" on your retirement lifestyle - What suggestions, you can reduce the possibility of descending into EACH MONTH: American debt during your retirement years. And that's a tumble you 1/2 hr. before meetings. Headley. do you plan on doing during retirement? Will you travel the Legion Clark-Ellis Post 152 EVERY 1ST & 3RD world? Open a small business? Play golf and spend time with never want to take. New members invited 1- WEEKLY ACTIVITIES at Schneider Manor, Bldg. TUES.: Lowell Lions Club TAKE STEPS NOW TO AVOID HEAVY DEBT LOAD your family? Once you've articulated a retirement life-style, 800-651-6000. SECOND SAT.: Lowell D, 725 Bowes Rd. 8 p.m. meets at 6:30 p.m. at Look IN RETIREMENT you can begin to estimate how much it will cost. And by Attention All Coaches, Proud Parents, Memorial Fire Station, Amateur Radio Club at LOWELL SENIOR NEIGHBORS CALENDAR knowing about how much you'll need when you retire, you can EVERY THURS.: Saranac Lowell High School 9 a.m. 1ST MONDAY OF THE 315 S. Hudson St. 897-5949 During your working years, you might, on occasion, start making plans so that you won't get caught short. Athletes & Others Who Wish To Area Musicians and Sing- social time; 10 a.m. meet- accumulate more debt than you'd like, but you can usually deal • Get the most out of your tax-advantaged retirement MONTH: Diabetic Support Submit Photos In The Ledger... EVERY 3RD TUES.: Par- ers: Saranac High School, ing. LARC sponsors the MON.: 8:30 a.m. Walk at THURS.: 9 a.m. Walk/ with it. After all, you're still working, you'll probably make plans - To build the resources you need when you retire, you' 11 group (7 p.m.) at 1 st United Choir: 6-7p.m./band: 7- 145.27 MHz area radio Woodland Mall. Shop at the Malls; 9:30 more money as time goes on, and you' 11 have a chance to tackle want to take full advantage of your tax-favored retirement Methodist Church dining ents of children w/AD/HD It is important that the 8 p.m. Kathy 897-5981. repeater system. Crafts; 1 p.m. Euchre. your debt. But once you retire, the last thing you want to see is plans, such as your IRA and 401-(k). Contribute as much as room. ?'s call 897-2760. at St. Luke's Lutheran TUES.: 8:30a.m. Walkat subject's face not be shaded a heavy debt load. And that's why you want to take action well you can afford to these plans - and keep in mind that you'll Church, 32156 4 Mile NE Woodland Mall. 1 p.m. in order to print your photo EVERY FRI. & SAT.: FRI.: 8:30 a.m. Walk at need your money to grow. Consequently, you'll want to have /E. Beltline) 7 p.m. Linda EVERY THURS.: Pottery Bible Study. before you retire. clearly in the paper. THIRD MONDAY OF Woodland Mall. classes at Franciscan Life Averill Historical Museum Unfortunately, for many seniors right now, debt is a big some exposure to stocks. While it's true that stock prices will EACH MONTH: Women 874-5662; teen problem. How big? Consider this: Seniors filing for bank- always fluctuate, it's also a fact that, over the long term, stocks Process Center from 6:30 of Ada, 7144 Headley 1-4 All group pictures should of the Moose business group:Sarah 281-6588. SPECIAL EVENTS ruptcy carry twice as much credit card debt as filers in their are the only asset class to significantly outpace inflation. As be taken - 8:30 p.m. $10/hour/ $15 p.m. By appt.: 676-9346. meeting at 7:30 p.m. WITHOUT forties, according to the American Bankruptcy Institute. And you get nearer to retirement, you may want to shift some - but EVERY 1ST TUES: for two. 897-7842 for info. WED., JAN. 29: 8:30 THURS., JAN. 30:12:00 caps, visors, etc. before they reach bankruptcy, more and more seniors are certainly not all - of your investment dollars into income- LOWELL AREA HIS- a.m. Women's Breakfast; p.m. Dance. EVERY 1ST MON.: Adults w/ AD/HD Issues visiting credit counselors. Money Management International, producing vehicles. EVERY THURS. - St. TORICAL MUSEUM 12:45 p.m. Shop G.R. Photos will no longer be V.F.W. Post #8303 meets Group meeting: Calvin a network of counseling agencies, reports that its 75-and-over • Avoid overusing credit cards - Sometimes, you may Meijer. FRI., JAN. 31: 12:45 accepted if faces are too dark. College #206 of the Com- Mary's Pregnancy Crisis HOURS: - Tues., Sat. & client base rose 28 percent in 2002 over 2001. need to use credit cards because you have no alternative. at 7:00 p.m.(at Schneider p.m. Bingo. mons. Connie 942-6887. Center, 402 Amity St., non- Sun.:1-4 p.m.; Thurs., 1-8 What's behind these daunting figures? Two of the chief However, in many instances, paying with a credit card is just Manor until further notice.) The Lowell Ledger-Wednesday, January 29,2003 -Page 15

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If FALLASBURG PARK DR - 616-667-1499. you are upbeat and LOWELL MURRAY LAKE - 8 acres full of unique QUEEN LOG BED - Includes motivated this is the job for walkout ranch, 104 ft. of features: Page Creek runs THINKING ABOUT plush mattress set( 2 months you. Call Ms. Olson, 363- sandy lake frontage. Call through property, mature REMODELING? - Adding old, still in plastic). Cost 7643. an addition or fixing that old Pat & Toni Schaefer, 581- trees, variety of elevations, SNOW REMOVAL $1,000, sell $185 obo. Call roof? We also do siding, 7580 RE/MAX COUNTRY across from the main Driveways, roofs, sidewalks, 989-719-8062. INTERVIEWER -Nationwide windows, kitchens & baths, HILLS. entrance to Fallasburg Park, etc. Reasonable rates. Call Consumer Research ceramic tile, pole barns, wildlife, all of this & only 5 Uhen Construction 299- a w • v,.. a,^>wa * CARDIOFIT TOTAL BODY Company. No selling. Must decks, concrete, water- MATTRESS SETS - Brand minutes to Lowell $77,000 1249. have good keyboard skills, names w/warranties. Never EXERCISER - Sears, manual SUZIE REINBOLD RE/MAX scapes & much more. Call verbal skills. Work used, still in plastic. Twins, included, $50 obo. Call 897- COUNTRY HILLS 897-8106. RESIDENTIAL the experts - JLS $130, fulls $150, queens, 7352. days/evenings and one PLUMBER Contracting, Inc. Licensed & weekend day per week. Insured. One call does it all. $200, kings, $375 and up. FOR SALE - 1978 Chevy Service or new '99 FORD TAURUS SE - $8.00 per hour. Apply in Call Gary 299-6989. 682-4767 or 888-682-6602. truck Iton 2 wheel drive, construction, Loaded, 59.000 miles, alum, person, Barnes Research, reasonable rates. Can deliver. 350/350, 4.10 gears, cruise. BRENDA B'S LICENSED wheels, very clean, priced to 4920 Plainfield NE, Grand Call 897-2575. The Lowell Ledger Bit rusty, good driver, $750 CHRISTIAN DAY CARE - sell. $6,995. Call 682-8357. Rapids, between 5 Mi. Rd. KEY HEIGHTS - 1999 obo. Call Casey at 897-8786. has full or part-time open- and E. Beltline/Northland Dr. DOG & CAT GROOMING - Serving Lowell Area Readers Since 1893 Redman, 16x72, 3 BR, 2 ings. Food program. Please LOWELL JUST LISTED! - Sr. Discounts & Grooming bath, very clean, new car- REMODELED TRAILER - call 987-9351. pet, appliances, $18,900 Immaculate 3 bedroom Pella windows, drywall, new Plans Available. Evening & obo. Low down, low pay- home, huge 2 stall garage, kitchen. 14X60 W/12X25 Saturday Appointments TOWING - Servicing ments to qualified buyer. finished basement, updated Available. 10 minutes north deck, 8x10 shed, $10,500. Lowell & surrounding Call N.H.H. 1-800-824- throughout, central air. of Lowell. 616-794-9614. 987-9140. areas. Flat bed & 9811. $114,900. Call Pat & Toni FREE GRANTS - Never HANDYMAN SERVICE - wrecker, Tire changes, Schaefer, 581-7580 RE/MAX '89 FORD F150 - 4X4 Repay, Acceptance Need help or repairs around Jump starts, Lock outs, WASHER, DRYER FOR COUNTRY HILLS. shortbox 6 cyl., 5 spd. Guaranteed. Government SUBSCRIBE TODAY! 24 Hr. service. Call your house? We repair, SALE - Good running $1,250. obo. Call 897-1721. and private sources. $500.00- paint, patch, haul or clean. Lincoln Lake Autos shape. $67 each. SNOWBLOWER PARTS - $500,000.00. Education, We also powerwash and are 446-5909. For Yourself or Give A Guaranteed. Dennis Used Toro, Snowmaster, LOWELL JUST LISTED - Home Repairs, Home experienced in carpet clean- Distributing, 315 N. 8200, 8620, handles, covers, 1700 sq. ft 3 bedroom ranch. Purchase, Business, Non- ing. Insured and bonded. Lansing, St. Johns, 989- carbs, frames & motors. $5- 1 acre, fireplace & central Profits. Phone Live Operators CLEANING BY KAREN - Call today Stoney Hill 224-4822. $50. 364-8566. air. $112,900. Call Pat & Toni 9AM-9PM Monday Too busy? Too tired? No pro- Service. 897-4010. Subscription As A Gift! Schaefer, 581-7580 RE/MAX Saturday. 1-800-339-2817 blem! Residential & com- mercial cleaning. Insured & FOR SALE - 1986 Cadillac, OAK BUNK BEDS - solid COUNTRY HILLS. Extension #48 good condition, 129,000 with mattress, $99 complete. WINDOWS - New con- bonded. 897-4010. miles, clean inside and out. Dennis Distributing, 315 N struction & replacement. SUBSCRIPTION RATES $800. Call 676-2654 or 644- Lansing, 8t. Johns. 989-224- Call 616-891-4270. YOUR WEEKENDS In County $1 250 7 year Outside Kent County $1750...7 Year 9527. 4822. WEREN'T MADE FOR HOUSE WORK!- C0 ro In County $23 2 year Outside Kent County $33 ..,2/ear SEALY MATTRESS SET - JOHN DEBIAK McDermott's Cleaning HOME FOR SALE - Great WANTED - Hunting land for HORSESHOEING & HOOF Service. Free estimates. starter home in the City of King size w/large cannonball DISHWASHER - Full-time, lease. 40 acres or more by 2 TRIMMING - Serving the Seniors deduct $1 per year from the above rates poster bed. Very good Insured, bonded. Call 897- Lowell. Remodeled kitchen M-F. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free responsible hunters. Please Greater Kent/Ionia County 5884. & bath, 2 bedrooms, front condition. $150 complete. meal. Apply at Sentinel call Ed at 437-1471. area with 15 years of profes- Dennis Distributing, 315 N. porch, large fenced back Pointe Retirement ' $n£ll sional, full-time experience. GRANT PROGRAMS yard. Price $95,000. Call Lansing, 8t. Johns, 989-224- Community. 2900 Thornhills Call 897-4290. V 4822. AMERIDREAM, HART, Just Send Your Check to: 676-8113. Ave 8E, Cascade. NEHEMIAH - 3 nonprofits DISCOUNT TWO 6 MONTH OLD will gift up to 7% to FOR SALE - Snowmobile COMPUTER, INTERNET MANUFACTURED HOMES KITTENS - & mama cat purchase your next home. The Lowell Ledger 1995 Arctic Cat EXT 580, PEOPLE WANTED! - To - Repossessed, late model (fixed), need loving homes. No income restrictions. Call $1,500. Call 897-8564. workonline! $125-$175/hr. FOR RENT -1 & 2 bedroom homes offered at discount Litter trained. Very child Michelle at CTX (616) 464- Full Training, Paid Vacations, trailers $1,000 - $1,050 to prices. Double- & single- friendly. Call 897-8968. 1348/(800) 282-0325, ext. Bonuses & Incentives! Bi-lin- move in. No dogs please. wides. Some like new. Some P.O. Box 128 •Lowell,MI49331 313 for more info. CTX is an AIR BED - Fully adjustable, guals also needed. 50 coun- $400 - $420 per mo. plus 1 fixer uppers. Financing* BEDS - Black wrought iron Equal Housing Opportunity dual chambers, wireless tries. FREE E-book. 1/2 mo. rent deposit. Call available. All offers consid- £3 canopy, cherry sleigh beds, Lender. remote. Never used, w/war- http://www.2moremoney.com/ 813-8041 or 616-754-0276. ered. North Harbor Homes Or stop by our office at: headboards, frames, and ranty. Cost $1,200; sell QS 800-824-9811. more. From Parade of Homes FIREPLACE SALES, $600. Call 682-4767/888- CHECK OUT OUR displays. 682-4767/888-682- SERVICE & 682-6602. 29 PEOPLE WANTED - to WINTER SPECIALS - 105 N. Broadway 6602. CARPET CLEANING - 17 INSTALLATION - Licensed earn $$$, to lose up to 30lbs. Pebble Beach years of experience. Stoney & Insured. Gas or Wood. '99 FORD WINDSTAR - in the next 30 days. Natural - Apartments. Call 897- Hill Service, 897-4010. Call M.E.O. Fireplaces Ltd. 58,000 miles, loaded. Guaranteed. 868-6371. 6880. 897-7851. $7,950 obo. Call 897-6577. FROM Look WITTENBACH OLDS, PONTIAC, GMC -J Only Good For This Week!!!

2003 GMC ENVOY XL 2003 PONTIAC AZTEK

M.S.R.P. JUST ANNOUNCED M.S.R.P. $33,220.00 GMAC Lease Pull $20,995.00

SALE PRICE Ahead Is Back! SALE PRICE ' $25,899.00 Stock If your GMAC lease expires $15,899.00* Stock #36192 #38097 between April 1, 2003 and 0% FOR 60 MONTHS August 31, 2003, you can FOR 60 MONTHS walk away from your 2003 GMC SONOMA ZR5 CREW CAB remaining payments. 2003 OLDS ALERO GX Victory red, hitch, bed extender, side Program expires March 31, 2003. 4 door, auto., power locks, floor mats & more , . steps, bed rails M.S.R.P. M.S.R.P. $18,370.00 $27,254.00 Stock SALE PRICE SALE PRICE.. $20,250.00 PAY NO $11,399.00 Stock #34013 O/o or 0 FOR 60 MONTHS DOC FEE AT or 0O/o FOR 60 MONTHS 2003 PONTIAC VIBE 2003 GMC 2500 HD SIERRA Auto., moon and tunes. ABS^ REG. CAB monotone paint WITTENBACH Snow plow ready truck, M.S.R.P. SLE, AM/FM/CD/Cassette ^ $19,830.00 SALES AND M.S.R.P. $32,650.00 SALE PRICE SALE PRICE $13,899.00 * Stock #36200 SERVIC $25,499.00* Stock O/o #38192 or 0 FOR 60 MONTHS HIS COULD FOR 60 MONTHS 2003 PONTIAC SUNFIRE SAVANA CARGO Auto,, cruise, content, alarm, keyless entry, power cruise, rear aoor aiass. pewter locks, AM/FM/CD, and more M.S.R.P. M.S.R.P. ' . % > - 1 '-X $27,979.20 $17,100.00 SALE PRICE SALE PRICE 1 Stock $10,399.00 Stock 0,899.00* #36090 0/o #38169 or 0 FOR 60 MONTHS FOR 60 MONTHS

2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX SE 2003 PONTIAC GRAND AM SE 2003 PONTIAC MONTANA Power windows, locks, tilt, cruise, ABS Auto., power locks, cruise and more M.S.R.P. ..SSL x M.S.R.P. M.S.R.P. $26,699.00 $23,375.00 $18,755.00

SALE PRICE SALE PRICE SALE PRICE Stock #36102 $15 999.00* $11,799.00* Stock $18,899.00* Stock % #36034 #36063 Now takincf^ Q Q 7" r FOR 60 MONTHS or 0 FOR 60 MONTHS O/o orders for the or 0 FOR 60 MONTHS all new 2004 Grand Prixl * All prices plus tax, title and plates. All rebates to dealer. Rebates include national rebate, Olds Loyalty same brand GMAC Lease Loyalty and Olds Solid commitment Rebate. Must qualify for all rebates. 0% for 60 months $16.67 per $1,000 financed. 2.9% for 60 months. $17.92 per $1,000 financed. Cars may not be as pictured. Call dealer for further details.

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