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tctimes.com $ 16 OZ. PIPE SUNDAY EDITION 2 TOBACCO AT SMOKERS ONLINE OFF HUB COMMENTS coupons.tctimes.com Weekend SCHOOL CLOSINGS VOL. 20 NO. VII SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2013 $1.00 Quit whining about‘‘ the schools closing. I’m a Creative Foam Latest MEAP teacher scores reveal and a day buys Fenton or two is Genesee County not going to make a Cinema schools below difference. One child u being injured is not Property to be used state averages worth keeping the schools open.” for possible future uFenton, Lake Fenton expansion Is anybody out Summary at top of local districts there‘‘ watching the Creative Foam Creative Red Wings? Hockey, Corp. announced Foam Corp. By Olivia Dimmer what hockey?” Wednesday that of Fenton has [email protected] purchased The Michigan Educa- it has purchased the old Fenton STORY: the abandoned tion Assessment Program LEGALITY OF Cinema (MEAP) released the results DISPENSARIES theater on Alloy property and What a crock Drive in Fenton. has plans to of this year’s MEAP testing of‘‘ nonsense. An- The purpose of expand its on Feb. 11, revealing that other law needs to be this purchase is manufacturing all of Genesee County fell passed as it was in business once to provide an area short of state averages. Out Colo- the building is of Lake Fenton, Fenton, Lin- rado and for possible fu- removed. Washing- ture expansion. den and Holly schools, Lake ton disal- “The support of the community Fenton and Fenton schools TRI-COUNTY TIMES | TIM JAGIELO Linden Middle School teacher Rick Kimball leads his sixth-grade, lowing has been very helpful in making topped most any state, of the scores second-hour class through a lesson in mathematics with the interactive county, local law this decision,” said Creative Foam Summary while Holly Lake white board on Friday. Principal Julie Brown said the technology helps enforcement entity or President and CEO David T. Swal- to target problem areas revealed in the MEAP scores. court any regulatory low, in a press release. had mostly Fenton’s MEAP scores power over this sub- See CREATIVE FOAM on 21A the lowest. stance whatsoever “We fo- are closely MEAP RESULTS for any purpose.” matched by cus nearly Fenton and GRADE 3 GRADE 5 GRADE 7 GRADE 9 100 minutes MATH READING MATH READING MATH READING SOC. ST. First they take Linden, while Lake Fenton Fall ’12 67.5 86.8 50.3 83.1 43.4 79.6 38.5 $100‘‘ each from a day on lit- Holly schools Lake Fenton Fall ’11 60.9 82.8 39.4 85.8 53.7 78.4 36.2 1,230,000 people, eracy and lag behind. and then tell them Fenton Fall ’12 51.1 79.9 61.6 84.6 36.1 73.4 43.6 our student Fenton Fall ’11 49.8 75.8 44.2 79.8 44 75.5 44 they can’t use their performances on reading and cards! Sounds like Linden Fall ’12 48.5 79.6 42.3 82.9 41.3 76.2 36.6 grand larceny.” writing have always been our Linden Fall ’11 34.2 71.5 32.1 79.5 48.9 63.4 30.8 strength. This year we also Holly Fall ’12 41 68.6 50.8 75.9 29.1 65.3 31.2 STORY: FENTON performed very well in all Holly Fall ’11 48.9 72.8 39.6 76.3 37.8 60.1 31.8 CINEMA SOLD disciplines including math, Well this really Genesee County Fall ’12 36.2 65 40.9 68.3 30.4 58.7 25.9 | FILE PHOTO science and social studies,” stinks.‘‘ Goodbye to TRI-COUNTY TIMES Genesee County Fall ’11 33 59.5 34.8 66.1 31.2 56.2 25 hopes of a local Creative Foam, based in Fenton, said Dan Ferguson, princi- Oakland County Fall ’12 41.3 75.9 33.3 73.5 35.1 73.7 38 theatre.” is in the process of purchasing pal of Lake Fenton Middle Oakland County Fall ’11 51 73 57 76 52 66 44 the old Fenton Cinema, which is School. “One area many State Fall ’12 40.9 66.5 45.7 70.4 38.4 62 28.6 bank-owned. The manufactur- See MEAP on 11A State Fall ’11 36.3 62.4 39.6 68.8 37.2 59.7 28.7 HOT LINE ing company expects to remove of the week the building and expand its op- erations. ANOTHER ‘It’s been a great ride’ “WEEK WITH Fenton schools in uFr. David Harvey of session for less than Win cash, movie tickets St. John Church to three days. We need by predicting winners to get a handle on retire after 34 years who is cavalierly in the Times’ Academy By Tim Jagielo cancelling school Awards contest [email protected]; 810-433-6795 due to ‘severe’ By Sharon Stone Fenton — Gesturing at weather. It’s no [email protected]; 810-433-6786 the cemetery next to the wonder our MEAP cobblestone parish center, scores are so low. The deadline to enter the ’’ Times’ online Oscar contest Fr. David Harvey said, “Predict the Winners” will be “That’s where I’ll be sent,” here before you know it. The but not anytime soon. The contest coincides with the annual 34-year pastor of St. John the Academy Awards, aired on ABC Evangelist Catholic Church beginning at 7 p.m. on Sunday, in Fenton is retiring this year. Feb. 24. On June 26, an era spanning See OSCAR on 22A three decades will end when Harvey retires, handing the Summary job to Fr. Dwight Ezop. In TRI-COUNTY TIMES | TIM JAGIELO Enter the Times’ online his wake is a parish that Fr. David Harvey spent 32 years at this desk at the Parish Center of Academy Awards contest. Go to tctimes.com and cast has grown from 1,700 St. John Church. By June 26, he’ll have moved out, making way for your vote on numerous See FR. HARVEY the new pastor, Fr. Dwight Ezop. “I don’t know where to begin,” he categories. on 9A said of the clean-up. 2A Sunday, February 17, 2013 WEEKEND TIMES tctimes.com

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Police&Fire Amtrak has record year in 2012, brings in report $27.8 million to Michigan LAUNDRY ROOM ROBBERY At 10:07 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 11, Linden police responded to an apartment complex in the ‘It’s safer 1300 block of Ripley Road to investigate an unarmed robbery. Chief Scott Sutter said a 46-year-old female resident re- on the rail’ ported that while she was in the — Michigan Department of Transportation laundry room, a male subject (MDOT) Spokesperson Janet Foran approached her from behind, pushed her and grabbled about By Tim Jagielo $3 in quarters from her pocket. [email protected]; 810-433-6795 She described the suspect as Flint — At 7 a.m., the Mass Trans- a white male, in his 20s, about portation Authority (MTA) Intermodal 6-feet, 1-inch tall, thin build and Center lobby is packed with 95 riders, wearing a black and blue check- TRI-COUNTY TIMES | TIM JAGIELO ered coat. Police canvassed the most of them heading to Chicago via On a 26-degree morning, nearly 100 passengers load into the Chicago-bound train at area but were unable to locate Amtrak. Many are families with parents the suspect. loaded down with luggage. They form the joint MTA, Amtrak, Greyhound, Indian Trails station in Flint last Thursday morning. a line outside when the train arrives at FBI JOINS HOLLY 7:05, right on schedule. safer on the rail.” explore their own state via railway. POLICE INVESTIGATION On February 14 at approxi- Amtrak Agent Richard Curtis said the Last year 37,764 passengers passed An MDOT news release announced mately 4:45pm, officers of crowd was larger than usual. There hap- through the Flint station. Amtrak spokesper- 800,000 users in Michigan in 2012, with three the Holly Police Department pened to be a large dance son Mark Magliari said this rail lines bringing in a record $27.8 million. executed a search warrant on competition in Chicago that is a great year for Amtrak. The Amtrak station in Flint goes east and Rosette Street in the Village of weekend. “Can you imagine It’s a great Nationally, 32 million west, from Port Huron to Chicago. The pas- Holly. The subject named in all the people trying to drive experience to passengers used the high sengers who boarded in Flint joined others who the search warrant was located down ‘94 with conditions ‘‘take the train. speed service. Magliari at- left from Lapeer and Port Huron. There are by officers sitting in a vehicle in today?” he said. tributes this to roller coaster seven stops on the way from Flint to Chicago. the driveway of the home. Upon It’s a great way making entry into the home and With the winter storm gas prices, reasonable fares Tickets cost $28 at least, if ordered ahead receiving full cooperation of the that hit Mid-Michigan last to travel, you and reliable service. “As of time. Riders pay $70 if they arrive and buy homeowner, a search pursuant week, the worst that can can’t beat it. gas prices move around, tickets that day. This train held 400, and was to the warrant was made. Of- happen on a train is that people look for other op- nearly full last Thursday. ficers located various electronic is may be slightly delayed Richard Curtis tions to move around,” he The trains are owned by Amtrak, a Amtrak agent, Flint Station devices and seized these items because it is traveling ’’ said. “Continued improve- quasi-governmental agency, which was from inside the home and through snow. Michigan ment all work in our favor.” formed in 1970 by congress. The train has a See POLICE on 8A Department of Transportation (MDOT) He also said the Pure Michigan cam- 4,500-horsepower diesel engine. Spokesperson Janet Foran said, “It’s paign has helped residents who want to See RAIL on 11A TRI-COUNTY TIMES

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If parents don’t educate their children on What a joke. Why doesn’t he make the Letters, 150 words or less, respect, responsibility, self-reliance, self- laws that have already been passed by Readers must be signed and include discipline, honesty and hard-work then the the people work for him? Tax the medical a phone number. We reserve Hotlines parents failed their children, not the educa- marijuana. He has thrown out millions of the right to edit for clarity and Submit at: www.tctimes.com tion system. Exceptions are rare. dollars in tax revenues. liability. Letters must be writ- or call 810-629-9221 ten exclusively for the Times. nnn nnn write All submissions, if approved for publication, must be 50 words YOU BRAG, UNDER Obama, the ‘country IF THE GOVERNMENT creates jobs, then or less and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Tri-County has added four million jobs over the past ‘We the People’ are the employers and we Times. We reserve the right to edit for clarity, length and liability. JUST FIX THE ROADS four years.’ Do you really believe that? What pay the salaries. If the government reduces Dear Editor, HERE’S A THOUGHT, pay the $20 about the 12 million currently unemployed? regulations, the private sector can create for sports events, or let’s just get rid You must have gotten your information from the jobs and pay the salaries not ‘We the Many experts agree the key to of sports events altogether. They are one of Obama’s frequent appearances at a People.’ Let’s cut government growth and restoring economic prosperity in a waste of young minds. Maybe one bovine excrement-composting factory. build private American businesses with Michigan depends on keeping college- nnn more job opportunities. out of 50 makes it to the big leagues! educated people living here. Recent Sports events are not part of the mil- SO, GOV. SNYDER wants to raise gas lage you speak of. taxes to 30 cents a gallon for the roads. See HOT LINE throughout Times studies have found that today’s college-  educated people want to live in cities NOW THAT THE schools’ enrollments that offer alternatives to driving a car. seem to be ‘stabilized,’ perhaps now They want effective transportation they can stabilize the money and send options like those offered in Chicago, some of the ridiculous money we pay back to the taxpayers. There’s still plenty of Winter left! Austin, and Boston.  In fact, effective transportation TO THE HOT line caller who thinks systems help attract and retain voting on a millage means administra- residents and workers of all ages. tion getting pay raises; you are sadly mistaken. It is against the law, to use Michigan roads are among the worst funds raised via millages for salaries in the nation, and our state’s public and benefits. transit options are few. Gov. Rick  Snyder has proposed a program to TO THE PERSON looking for an afford- fund the state’s urgently needed road able trash bag shredding service, you could buy a paper shredder for a few and bridge repairs, and improvements dollars and shred them before you put Let us make sure your furnace is to the state’s public transit options. them in the trash. Just a thought. working as efficiently as it should! Please ask our state elected officials  to focus on increased funding for all IF REP. DINGELL indeed did say ‘Illegal Call and schedule your furnace cleaning today! transportation forms and to support immigrants are not here illegally,’ and ‘they’re just waiting to apply for legal • Sales & Service Installation • Servicing all makes & models• Duct cleaning • Heat pumps • Boilers • Furnaces revenue that local governments citizenship,’ what part of illegal immigrant receive to help build communities does he not understand? PROVIDING QUALITY PRODUCTS & SERVICE where people want to live. Learn more  YOU CAN TRUST at www.justfixtheroads.com. AMERICAN PUBLIC EDUCATION programs fail to exceed international EXTENDED FREE ESTIMATE & HEATING — David Lossing WARRANTIES SYSTEM ANALYSIS standards because schools and edu- AVAILABLE Mayor of Linden, cators are expected to fulfill education- 409 E. Caroline, Fenton • 810-629-4946 • www.davelambheating.com al requirements plus parental duties. president of the Michigan Municipal We’re here 24/7! We Make House Calls! League Board of Trustees

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“Sometimes they “Sometimes they worry me “Nothing specifically “A lot of them drive too “They can be mean because “Nothing really bothers complain too much about when they drive. Maybe really bothers me… slowly.” they think they are better me. I think they’re just teenagers not being how they should be tested or But why are some so than you. That’s what my people and that was how they were.” know when to stop.” grumpy?” brothers do, anyway.” they were raised. There’s — Matthew Balok — Emily Stocker — Jessica Davis — Karen Rohr — Elizabeth Goodman nothing wrong with that.” Fenton Fenton Linden Fenton Fenton — Kyle Mikat, Linden tctimes.com WEEKEND TIMES Sunday, February 17, 2013 5A ‘Gray Lady’ condemned by council uHolly to spend $25,000 came an apartment building with seven rooms. “It’s gone downhill since then,” to raze 3,000 sq. ft. home he said, asking that the home be razed. By Tim Jagielo “It’s not as dire as portrayed,” said [email protected]; 810-433-6795 Lauve, though he hadn’t been able to Holly — John Lauve was alone in get inside the building. Lauve criticized a room full of residents the council for wanting to wanting to see the property demolish a home at the at 102 First Street torn I’ve done cost of around $25,000, down. extensive and let it sit as a gravel He made little expres- ‘‘ parking lot after. sion when the council renovations Council member Jackie voted 5-0 to condemn what on these old Campbell said the vacant was briefly the property buildings, that lot will have to sit for of the Holly Downtown two years as the ground Development Authority are kind of the settles, and a plan can be (DDA). treasure of this developed for the property Lauve had offered community. during that time. $20,000 for the gray Holly Fire Department 3,000-square-foot Edward- John Lauve Chief Steve McGee rec- Holly Village president, ian home in December, property owner ’’ ommended the home be sending a down payment condemned. check for $100, which Village Manager Council member Bob Allsop has been TRI-COUNTY TIMES | TIM JAGIELO Jerry Walker sent back because the in the building, and although he had Resident John Lauve illustrates the virtues of the way the home at 102 First Street property wasn’t for sale. Lauve owns previously supported selling the home was constructed, using pieces of wood to show the difference in quality. “That house five other properties in the village and to Lauve, he admitted it would be a huge is built like a truck,” he said after the meeting, where the house was voted to be he saw possibilities in the home, while See CONDEMNED on 21A condemned. He described the house as the “Gray Lady.” others saw blight. “I’ve done extensive renovations on these old buildings, that are kind of the treasure of this community,” USED CAR SPECIALS he said. Lauve said the village would HURRY OFFER ENDS FEB. 23RD lose tax dollars by not allowing it to be renovated, and turned into commercial space. But he was the only one to speak in favor of the home, save for a letter he read by another resident. Several residents spoke during the 2008 Chevrolet Uplander 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 2011 GMC Sierra 2009 Saturn Outlook public hearing Tuesday to urge the $ $ $ $ council to tear the house down. Resi- Stk#B5057P 9,500 Stk#B5066J 15,500 Stk#B130382A 26,500 Stk#B120538A 15,500 dents included Bruce Dryer, of Dryer Funeral Homes who saw it when it was an impressive single-family dwelling in NEW CAR SPECIALS! the 1930s. In the 1940s, he said it be- 2013 Sierra Calendar of Extended Cab 2013 GMC events Terrain Livingston County Genealogical Society meets March 7 The Livingston County Genealogical Society meets at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 7at the First United Methodist $ $ Church, 1230 Bower St., Howell. The Lease for /month Lease for /month topic for that day is “The Irish, before 279 249 $1,000 down due on signing, 1860.” The meeting is free and open to $1,000 down due on signing, 39 months/10,000 miles 39 months\10,000 miles the public. For more information, call (810) 227-7745. 2530 Owen Road • Fenton Book your trip today and ask about our A+ Rating 810-629-1551 www.randywisebuickgmc.com LOW PRICE GUARANTEE! Like us on The GM Preferred Owner program is NOW AVAILABLE. Call or stop in today to find out how YOU can EARN POINTS. Disclaimer: Prices do not include additional fees and costs of closing, including government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer documentation fees, any emissions testing fees or other fees. All prices, specifications and availability are subject to change without notice. Contact dealer for most current information. SERVICE HOURS: Mon. & Thurs. 7 am-8 pm Tues. Wed. & Fri. 7am-6:30 pm • Sat. 8 am-2 pm PURCHASE ANY USED CAR SERVICE COUPON Randy Wise Service Department Randy Wise Service Department

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Jeff Nichols “We sold some paddleboards Nichols said that Aqua Aqua Sports Marine’’ last year and we expect to Sports attends the boat show sell even more this year,” every year, and believes an improving said Freeway Sports Center Owner/Sales economy is the reason for this year’s Manager Greg Adams. increase in size. “The ones we sell are fairly inexpen- “Last year was a very good year in the sive. You see a lot up North, all of a sudden marine business, and so I think most of the they were a big seller last year all the way dealers felt that and thought that it might through the Fourth of July.” be quite a bit more important to come to The year will also see some interesting the show this year,” he said. new designs, such as a few new pontoon According to the Michigan Boating designs from Bennington Industries Association, boat sales grew “We kind of joke around and call them 10 percent last year and they anticipate the coming and going boat, because the another 10 percent increase in 2013. front of it looks like the back of it,” said This year Nichols is looking to debut Jonathan Hamel of White’s Landing a new model at the in Fenton. “Usu- Pre-Season Sale boat show — the 24 The Secretary of ally on a pontoon Tomcat. “It’s really State Mobile Office there are a couple of kind of state of the will offer full branch services at the De- long benches in the art,” he said. “It’s troit Boat Show, “If you’ve got that cabin front, and they did a new model, it’s fever feeling and want to think ahead to the same treatment got more ballast warmer weather, now is a great time to to the back.” REBATES than the other boats learn about renewing your boat registra- Hamel said that UP TO have. That actu- tion at our Mobile Office,” said Secretary pontoons that have 00 ally fills without of State Ruth Johnson. “When you visit, big lounge chairs in $2000 pumps.” you can also renew your license plate the back were really Another local tabs, register to vote, sign up on the popular last year, business that will Michigan Organ Donor Registry or get and predicts they be present at the duplicate titles and registration.” will continue to be boat show is Silver so this year. Spray Sports of Fenton. For area residents that do not want to “We’ll be down there with a full line make the trek down to Detroit, they will 20 SL starting at of Nautique boats, which are water ski have a boat show to attend in their own and wakeboard specific,” said Patti backyard. Action Water Sports in Fenton $14,995 Smith, who owns the boating store with is hosting its own boat show on Feb. 21 Powered her husband, Jeff. “We will also have a through 24. by full pro shop down there with the latest “Everything is free here, we don’t’ IS YOUR BOAT READY FOR SPRING? and greatest water ski and wake surfing charge for parking or admission. We Get your boat in for service before the spring rush equipment.” provide meals and beverages that are also Smith said the big thing in their indus- free. Current model show items will be 810-629-2905 try now is wake surfing discounted, and bigger discounts on items For those who plan to order a custom left over from last year and on the boats 3460 Silver Lake Rd. • Fenton boat for use this summer, Smith said now as well,” said Action Water Sports Office HOURS: Mon- Sat 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. is the time to do it. “If you order now for Manager Mary Rising. a custom boat, you could get it before See BOAT SHOW on 11A www.whiteslandingmarina.com 8A Sunday, February 17, 2013 WEEKEND TIMES tctimes.com POLICE MOVIES sitting in front or beside you refuses to Continued from Page 3A Continued from Page 3A stop rocking back and forth in their seat. from the vehicle that had been occu- News The problem with unwritten rules is, of Don’t do it. pied by the suspect. The search warrant briefs course, that they are unwritten. That is a Clean up was a result of an investigational lead by County treasurer to attend Fen- problem that can be easily fixed. Don’t be a slob. When the movie is the Nez Perce County Sheriff’s Office in ton Township Board of Trustees Control your phone over, don’t leave your bucket of popcorn Lewiston, Idaho regarding Obscene Com- or your half eaten box of Raisinets lit- munications to a minor to Holly Detective meeting on Monday One small, but brightly lit, cell phone Julie Bemus. During the course of that Genesee County Treasurer Deb screen can be seen tered across the floor. Show respect for investigation, information was gathered Cherry will attend the Fenton by a lot of people in your fellow moviegoers, not to mention Township Board of Trustees meet- Summary that led to cause for the search warrant. Keep your a dark movie theater the theater employees who have to clean The activity being investigated was found ing on Monday, Feb. 18. Informa- — and it is incredibly up behind you. Take your garbage with tion relating to delinquent prop- voice down, to have ties to several other states as don’t play with you and throw it in the trash bins on the erty taxes, tax foreclosures and distracting. well. Due to the extent and scope of the your cell phone, way out. activity, the FBI Troy Office was notified available assistance programs are “Obviously, no cell and remember phone usage, I think, and have joined the investigation. The among the items to be discussed. to clean up after suspect, a 45-year-old Holly man, was The public is invited to attend. The yourself when is probably the most taken into custody and the investigation meeting takes place in the lower a movie has common request in Fenton Film Series is ongoing. Any questions regarding this level of the Fenton Township Civic finished. this day and age that While there may not be a typical release can be directed to A/Chief Michael Community Center, 12060 Man- we ask of people,” movie theater right around the cor- Story or Detective Julie Bemus of Holly tawauka Drive, at 7 p.m. said Pat O’Boyle, Marketing Manager ner, once a month you have to look Police Department at 248-634-8221. for NCG Cinemas. “More people have no further than the Fenton Commu- cell phones and use them for texting and nity and Cultural Center. The Fenton gaming, and it’s an issue we definitely try Film Series can be found in the HIGHEST PAYOUTS GUARANTEED to avoid having.” community center’s main ballroom Though O’Boyle said NCG does regu- on the second Wednesday of every H GOLD H SILVER H COINS H JEWELRY lar theater checks, it can be difficult to month, August through May. stop. The easiest way to end the problem The movies are shown free of WE BUY ESTATE COLLECTIONS is if people would follow simple movie charge to the public, and feature Old-Coins-Gold, Silver & Copper theatre etiquette. food from local restaurants Jimmy Old Currency-Confederate, U.S. & Foreign If you absolutely must take a call or Johns, The Laundry, Bangkok Pep- Old Baseball Cards, Old Fishing Lures read a text message, take a step outside pers Too, Fenton Winery and Brew- Old Glass-Fenton, Viking, Tiffany, Waterford and do so. Don’t make this a regular oc- ery, and The Cottage Inn, which is Original Art-Painting & Sculptures, Scrap currence though — no one enjoys some- also free while it lasts. Gold & Silver Jewelry, Flatware one stepping “It’s thanks to the contributions on their feet from many sponsors, mostly the to squeeze Obviously, Fenton downtown development by every five no cell phone authority, but also a few businesses 810-208-7480 minutes so ‘‘usage, I think, as well,” said John Strayer, an orga- you can play nizer of the Film Series. 2415 Owen Rd. w i t h y o u r Fenton, Suite A is probably the “We put movies on there free of smart phone. charge to the public. We started do- Toll Free (855)626-0390 Check Out Our Web Site; Whispering most common Across from Joe & www.michigancoingallery.com ing this in response to the fact that How much request in this we didn’t have any theater here in Lewie’s Penalty Box and our EBAY store talking is too day and age town any more.” much in a the- The Film Series shows films of ater? It can de- that we ask of all genres, including independent “High Quality Assisted Living” pend on the people. person and the films, dramas, comedies, documen- Pat O’Boyle taries and foreign films. situation. NCG marketing manager “Talking is ’’ La Casa Place the other one Film options that we see, though it is almost a personal If you are going to see a show, Whether you require preference where some people prefer nowadays you may notice you a short term stay to talk to each other during a movie,” could have a few different viewing or long term O’Boyle said. options. Real 3D: More blockbuster films arrangements… If you and your friends are the only ones in the theatre, gab to your heart’s are now being offered in the 3D. To content. Otherwise, try to put some dis- take advantage of the third dimen- We Are Here tance between you and the others, and sion, you can expect a slightly keep your voice to a whisper. If the house increased ticket price. More popular To Help! is packed — you are better off keeping films will often have showings in 3D, your chatting to a minimum, especially as well as a traditional 2D, giving if you already know about important plot you the option to choose the one Family points in the film. you prefer. Owned Most importantly, people paid to hear IMAX: This will be the most expen- actors deliver the dialogue. No matter sive option, and will usually be in how funny you think the one liner you 3D if that particular film happens to • Unique Personal Care and Attention just came up with is — no one wants to be offered in such. There are only hear you yell it at the movie screen. roughly 700 IMAX screens through- • Private/Semi-Private Rooms Babies and small children out the world. 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The church gathering to 3,000 families, a wildly popular Apple- space was renovated in 2007, round- fest, a doubled St. John School student ing out Harvey’s vision for the parish body, and a modern campus that serves grounds. “When we finished that, I told not just the parish, but the community the people, ‘this is it, Harvey is done. I at large. have no more thoughts,’” he said. To Harvey, deciding to retire has been In his time he has continued to learn, an “evolving” decision. When he turned earning a Doctor of Ministry in 1991. He 70, he knew he had another year at the said the act of leading a service was never parish — but after that, he wasn’t sure. routine. He still experienced Seventy is a normal year to nervousness before all funer- retire. He felt good, and told Summary als, big or small. “I go to bed the bishop he would stay on thinking about the funeral, I in 2013. Modern buildings, wake up thinking about the But one significant event expanded school, funeral,” he said. Harvey and successful changed his mind on staying Applefests are some had enough anxiety about longer — seeing a friend of the accomplish- addressing large crowds as who died at 74 while still at ments of Fr. David a deacon that his mother had his parish. “That clinched it Harvey after 34 years suggested he find another for me,” said Harvey. “We of service. He will profession. retire on June 26, all do have an end coming,” making way for Fr. His biggest funeral was for he said. “And I told the Dwight Ezop. Patrick O’Rourke, but “every bishop, ‘I’d rather walk out one is a high profile funeral for than be carried out.’” somebody,” he said. Harvey feels good, but Harvey has baptized chil- TRI-COUNTY TIMES | TIM JAGIELO decided it was time for a change, for dren that he watched grow up and have A young parishioner receives ashes from Fr. Harvey on Ash Wednesday. him and for the community. “It’s been a families of their own, witnessing the great ride.” cycle of life more times than he can count. Harvey hoped he brought vision to the “The biggest part of my cycle of life has church, with his pastoral team concept. been shared here in Fenton,” he said. “It’s Many Happy Returns… He helped grow the Apple- good, I don’t regret it at all.” BRING IN THIS AD FOR PROFESSIONAL • AFFORDABLE • QUICK fest with a team of parish After St. John, he will • Individual & Business Taxes members. He also had a I hope I’m retire to a shared home in $ vision for the buildings of Tyrone Township, and con- • Electronic Filing 30 OFF • Affordable Rates the parish. leaving happy tinue to be a substitute pastor YOUR TAX PREP FEES • New Business Start-Ups Harvey arrived at the hearts, I think where he is needed — pos- - New Clients Only- parish in 1979, after serving the community sibly in Fenton. 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Millions of dollars were spent little myopic and prejudicial.” Hot lines to ensure the parish could grow and meet aside, Harvey said Fenton has a great Salon Services the needs of its members. After the par- future ahead. • Haircuts & Color • Pedicures ish center was renovated, the St. John “I hope I’m leaving happy hearts, I Activity Center was built in 1988, where think the community really has grown • Up-Styles • Manicures Fenton residents go to vote. Around the and matured in the years we’ve been • Speciality Parties • Men’s Cuts same time extra grades were added to the together.” The St. John campus itself is • Shellac • Walk-ins Welcome St. John School leading to the new school a testament to his time served in Fenton, LeRougeSalon.com Distributors of Young Living Essential Oils building being finished in 2000. and to the growing Fenton community. Let yourself unwind while we pamper you Spa Services

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Located at Genesys Athletic Complex in front of Genesys Hospital Cleo will follow him when he leaves the parish in June, to live in Tyrone Township. 10A Sunday, February 17, 2013 WEEKEND TIMES tctimes.com stop wasting time in depression, dis- nnn HOT LINE CONTINUED RAISING MONEY FOR charity is great, couragement, or negativism? but ‘plunging’ into ice water in the middle Featured First, listen to Jesus: ‘Let not your WE ARE THE original aliens. I am glad of winter? There must be better ways. hearts be troubled, ye believe in God, there was no one like you around then. Also, how can people who destroy their believe also in me’ (John 14:1). Our Change laws for gays — we changed columnist bodies with tobacco and booze think Lord is saying that we have the power them for interracial marriage. It is the right they’re setting good examples? Truly a thing to do. That is why we should do it. strange dichotomy. Makes no sense. 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He can be reached at [email protected]. tctimes.com WEEKEND TIMES Sunday, February 17, 2013 11A MEAP Continued from Front Page RAIL people do not realize is so much of Continued from Page 3A our success relies on working effec- While Amtrak owns the trains, CN tively with other schools and to be sur- (formerly Canadian National) owns the rounded by schools like Grand Blanc, rail itself, and runs the schedule. Magliari Linden and Fenton benefits all of our said Amtrak is a tenant of the rail, and students as our neighbors have wonderful pays CN to use it. CN is paid more if the programs and we appreciate sharing in their trains are kept on schedule. The agency is mostly funded by the successes.” riders themselves, and also on tax dol- Lake Fenton’s scores came out on top in lars. “We don’t run this on a blank check, third- and seventh-grade math and reading. we run this as tightly as we can,” said Holly schools scores were much lower, the Magliari. The train is about 25 years old, most noticeable being 29 percent of seventh with 15 on the engine. Magliari said it graders being considered proficient in math. was built in Erie, Penn. In the same category, 43 percent of Lake Marlene Eichelberg of Linden still Fenton students were considered proficient. remembers her 1987 Amtrak trip out to TRI-COUNTY TIMES | TIM JAGIELO Linden scores lingered in the middle North Dakota. “It was a good trip, really Passengers load their luggage last Thursday morning. The train leaves the station between Holly, Lake Fenton and Fenton, enjoyed the people on the train, it was fun.” less than 15 minutes after arriving to pick them up. coming just below most of Fenton and Scott Lutsby of Fenton said via Face- Lake Fenton’s scores. book, “Last March I took my 5-year-old and plans to go again soon. common with air travel. “People tend to be “I am always proud of the way students daughter on her first big train ride. We “Trains are quiet, clean and often on quite friendly and often are not in a hurry.” and staff handle the MEAP testing. I feel had a blast on our way to Chicago.” The time, but they can be late — hours late,” Last Thursday, the travelers boarded really good about most testing areas, but ride back was overbooked, and he had said frequent rider Mark Rummel in an the train in different sections — coach and as an educator, I seem to always focus on to rely on the kindness of a rider so they email. “Mine Saturday arrived at New business. Curtis said there were first-time the areas that indicate a gap in learning,” could sit together. Buffalo probably 35 minutes late.” train riders among the Flint boarders. “It’s a Linden Middle School Principal Julie Kristy Hughes Premo of Fenton took He added that on a train, there is no great experience to take the train,” he said. Brown said. “The data we receive from the train as recently as two weeks ago, removing shoes, no searches — something “It’s a great way to travel, you can’t beat it.” the MEAP will be very helpful in continuing to improve teaching and learning.” Declines in scores were apparent in nearly every grade and subject, partially FENTON REGIONAL due to the heightening of standards from CHAMBER OF COMMERCE the 2010 MEAP. These newer standards SATURDAY, require students to answer about 65 percent of the questions to be considered FREE MARCH 2 proficient, compared to the old standard 10:00AM TO 5:00PM of 39 percent correct. ADMISSION “I was pleased with areas that we saw increases,” said Heidie Ciesielski, prin- SUNDAY, cipal of Fenton’s Andrew G. Schmidt Middle School. “Our staff and students MARCH 3 worked hard to prepare this year and I 11:00AM TO 4:00PM credit the increases to them. We have Fenton High School a cohort of students that are averaging below expectations and we as a staff are analyzing the data to see what we can do EVENT to break that trend and help that group be NEW more successful next fall. HALLWAY Professionals SPONSORS Each office independently “The state puts much emphasis on the BOOTHS owned and operated MEAP and our success on it. I just want to AVAILABLE! caution parents that it is only one measur- OVER 150 EXHIBITORS AT THE SHOW ing piece of their students. Many of our students are successful not only on stan- dardized assessments but other measures of character and achievement. Looking WITH THE at the whole picture is very important.” TRY DIVE SHOP What a great SCUBA!opportunity for rd BOAT SHOW someone to give Sunday, March 3 Continued from Page 7A SCUBA DIVING During the show, several new models a try! 11:00am to 3:30pm will be on display that Rising said she is ex- Everyone starts in the shallow end of the pool and we get them into the dive gear. We explain what the gear is and cited about, including Cobalt’s new 24SD, how it works. We teach them a few simple skills like equalizing their ears for the pressure and clearing their masks. Let and MasterCraft’s newly designed X-star. them breath off the regulators above water, then once they are comfortable they get to go underwater and continue “A 25SD, that is kind of like a deck breathing. ( We usually give them a couple minutes to get comfortable with that). If someone wants to swim around in boat. It’s got a real wide open front area,” the deep end, we will take them one at a time to experience that. Once everyone has been underwater we will give the Rising said. “The X-star is the mack group about 5 minutes to play around. A lifeguard will be on duty. daddy of wakeboarding.” Requirements for the Try Scuba We will have “One thing that’s new this year with Must be 10 years old. Anyone under 18 must have a parent in the pool area during their experience. Parent does not have to get in the pool. No major medical problems (Asthma, Diabetes). Bathing Suit. Towel. 4 to 6 people Avalon pontoons is that they have entertain- T-shirt ( so the BC’s don’t rub on their shoulders). ment centers, like bars, on them,” said Joe per group. Ceresia of Lake Ponemah Marina on Silver Anyone who wants to do the “Try Scuba” will have to go to our booth at the There will be Lake Road. He said that another trend he Expo and sign up there. They will fill out our waiver and get an arm bracelet 1 group in the at that time. 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That’s Choosing right church something that we Catholics believe — can be a test of faith what a church teaches about God and By William Axford Christ, it is to be true.” [email protected]; 810-433-6792 According to a Pew Research analysis Christians worldwide packed into of the U.S. religious landscape survey, churches this week, receiving their rites to 78.4 percent of adults (which translates Ash Wednesday and congregating for the roughly to 246,780,000 people) in advent of Lent. But just as any America identify themselves other group of people, not all as Christians. When it comes Christians are the same. The You want to denomination, 51.3 percent Center for the Study of Global said they were Protestant, Christianity estimates there to pick the ‘‘church that 26.3 percent said Evangelical are approximately 41,000 and 23.9 percent Catholic. different Christian denomi- teaches you When combined, Mormons, nations and organizations in the truth. Jehovah’s Witnesses and the world. Mike Stechshulte Orthodox Christians made up With so many different Managing editor of less than 6 percent of Chris- TRI-COUNTY TIMES | TIM JAGIELO variations, choosing the right The Michigan Catholic’’ Altar Servers prepare to wash the hands of Fr. David Harvey and Deacon Ron Kenny, tians in America. church and denomination can Although all denomina- after they marked the foreheads of parishioners with ash on Wednesday. be a test of faith in itself. tions believe Jesus Christ is the son of “When it comes to picking a church, God and that the Bible is the ultimate “The main thing that sets us apart (to the Bible). A Baptist says the Bible you kind of look at it how you pick testament on truth, denominations have from everyone else is biblical authority. is at the top.” a school. You don’t just want to pick their own set of rituals and, to a certain We take the Bible for what it says,” said Some denominations, such as United where your kid will have the most fun,” extent, their own beliefs. Stechshulte Pastor Josh Gates of First Baptist Church Methodists, vary greatly from church to said Michigan Catholic Managing Editor describes the differences as “some more of Fenton. “Some people take experience, church, depending on the congregation Mike Stechshulte. “You want to pick the similar to others.” feelings and traditions and say it’s equal and the pastor. Pastor Jeremy Peters of Fenton United Methodist Church said a Methodist church can range from to traditional settings with organs and robes to ou’re invited to attend an guitars and blue jeans. 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Q for the Detroit Pistons and PG scored over PG18 A 17A 1,000 points for five straight seasons in the early 1980s for Detroit. Name him. Kelly Tripucka celebrated his 54th SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17, sports2013 www.tctimes.com PAGE 16A A birthday on Satur- day. He shares the same birth year as John McEnroe and Jerome Bettis. Fenton Tigers earn a sweep against Eagles Cox scores 31 in Defense leads Lady David’s Fenton’s 62-40 win Tigers by Linden, 44-38 By David Troppens By David Troppens DABBLINGS [email protected]; 810-433-6789 [email protected]; 810-433-6789 On Tuesday, the Linden — Cory Cox always Linden — It’s hard to win a ball game International Olympic knows when he’s hot. when a team is held to just 11 field goals for Committee dropped He just doesn’t always know the contest. one of its trademark how many points he has scored That’s what the Fenton varsity girls basket- and most world-wide when he is hot. ball team did on Friday to Linden, resulting in accepted sports from the On Friday night, Cox scored a a 44-38 victory at Linden High School. 2020 Summer Olympics career-best 31 points, leading the Fenton held the Eagles to just 19 points for — wrestling. Tigers (15-0, 17-0) to a 62-40 vic- It’s a puzzling deci- the first three quarters, and led 31-19 entering sion. Wrestling is as tory at Linden High School. the fourth. popular as it has ever “I don’t know exactly (what Linden was able to make a late run with the been at the youth levels I have). I know when I’m doing combination of Maija Satkowiak’s 11 fourth- in decades. And it also pretty well,” Cox said. “I know quarter points, Linden’s 11-for-13 shooting has popularity around I’m hot, making buckets and get- at the free-throw line and Fenton’s horrific the world. There were ting up there, but I don’t know ex- 7-for-19 charity stripe shooting in the fourth, 344 wrestling competi- actly what I have.” but were unable to ever get the deficit back to tors in the 2012 Olym- Linden started strong, scoring within one possession. pics, and representa- the game’s first seven points. A re- The Tigers led just 14-10 with 2:20 left in tives from 29 countries bound by Linden’s Noah Sargent won a medal. the half after Linden’s Rachael Starrs hit a resulted in a breaking layup for free throw, but Fenton capped the half with a We hear interest has Collin Hoeberling, putting Linden waned in the sport, 6-2 run. Sarah Cummings ended the half with yet 113,851 out of the up 7-0 with 5:30 left in the first TRI-COUNTY TIMES | MARK BOLEN a 19-foot jumper at the halftime buzzer. Fen- quarter. However, Fenton won the 116,854 tickets available Linden’s Shaye Brown (left) defends Fenton’s James Claborn in ton led 20-12. rest of the period 14-6, taking the in London were sold. the Tigers’ 62-40 victory against the Eagles Friday night. Fenton spent most of the second half en- 14-13 lead on a hoop by Cox be- Global television joying a lead between eight to 12 points. Lin- viewership ranged fore the end of the first quarter. on a Cox trey, and the final five points, while Lance Copley netted den still led 37-28 with 3:00 left after a 10- averaged 23 million, but Linden tried to hang close in came on a layup and three-point 10 points, leading Holly (12-6) to the modern pentahlon the second quarter, and were still hoop by Eric Readman. the win. Parker Rowse also had 12 foot jumper by Payton Maxheimer, but the averaged about half of within 27-19 with 3:04 left in the Cox had six rebounds and two assists. Tigers made just 5-of-16 free throws down that average. half after a Shaye Brown assist on steals to go with his 31 points. Darian Welch led Lake Fenton the stretch, allowing the Eagles to make a fi- To say the least, this a Kyle Korman layup, but a James Readman had 10 points and spent (5-11) with 20 points, while Jeff nal run. was a baffling decision. Claborn 14-foot jumper sparked a most of the game on the bench Burke netted 14. The lead was cut to 41-34 on a layup 12-0 Tigers’ run. Cox scored sev- with foul troubles. Damon Thom- Girls Basketball by Satkowiak with 1:03 left, but Fenton re- Friday night en of the last 10 of those points, as had nine points, three rebounds Holly 36, Lake Fenton 32 sponded with a steal and a breaking layup by HOOPS giving Fenton a 39-19 lead at the and three steals, while Claborn Kaitlyn Smith led Holly (16- Katie Conroy with 50 seconds left. That made half. had 10 rebounds and four steals. 3) with 12 points, while Delaney it a nine-point lead once again. Linden cut it GIRLS BASKETBALL The Eagles (0-15, 1-16) never Hoeberling led Linden with Serra chipped in 10, leading Holly back to 44-38 with a conventional three-point Fenton 44, LInden 38 got any closer than 19 in the sec- 12 points, while Brown had eight to the tight win. Allyssa Copley play by Satkowiak with 38.8 seconds left, but Holly 36, Lake Fenton 32 ond half. The last time that hap- points 10 rebounds and five as- also had nine points, six rebounds, could get no closer. BOYS pened was on a layup by Cody sists. five blocks and four steals. Hannah Evo led Fenton with 13 points, BASKETBALL Grandy with 1:30 left in the third For more on this game go to Mackenzie Gottron led Lake while Maxheimer had nine. Satkowiak led Fenton 62, Linden 40 quarter. Fenton iced the game by www.tctimes.com. Fenton (14-4) with 15 points, Linden with 13, while Kelsey Brecht had six. Holly 67, Lake Fenton 49 scoring the first eight points of the Holly 67, Lake Fenton 49 while Sidney Scott had six points For more on this game go to www.tctimes. fourth quarter. The first three came Kyle Woodruff scored 13 and 13 rebounds. com.

SPONSORED BY: SPONSORED BY: www.tctimes.com TRI-COUNTY SPORTS Sunday, February 17, 2013 17A Holly makes fourth straight regional final, falls to St. Johns By David Troppens Andrew Scott, Kyle Pepper, Sam earned a reversal in the final 10 [email protected]; 810-433-6789 Johnson and Colton Cleaver can seconds of his match against Ortonville — Perhaps it was point to Anthony and Mason and Drew Wixson, but was given a fitting that Mason Cleaver began their success and can challenge stall point, earning Wixson the the Holly varsity wrestling team’s themselves to see what they have 5-4 decision win. Colton Cleaver match with St. Johns, while An- to do to continue the legacy. What (112) lost a 13-3 match to Ian thony Gonzales ended it. is going to be their legacy? (An- Parker, while Jacob Pallesen In what was the fourth straight thony and Mason have) estab- (119) lost a 5-2 decision against team regional championship lished this level and now it’s a Dillon Cornell. match of their careers, the pair matter of asking what is (the rest “If they get sent back into this concluded their team ventures of the younger kids’) legacy go- regional next year, they have to with the Bronchos’ program on ing to be.” realize there’s nothing you can Wednesday, losing in the regional Symbolically, both of the do about it,” Mason Cleaver said. final to one of the top programs in four-year seniors ended their “You just have to look forward to the nation, much less the state of team competitions with victories it and get past it. There’s no way Michigan. Holly lost to the Red- against tough foes. Cleaver (140) around it. Once you are in it with wings 63-9, with both Cleaver opened the meet with a 4-2 de- these big guys, there’s no way and Gonzales winning matches. cision win against Mark Bozzo. around it.” Holly opened the regional at However, it would be Holly’s last The Bronchos earned the spot Brandon High School with a pret- win against the national power in the regional finals with the win ty powerful 50-23 victory against until the last match of the night. against Kearsley. Gonzales (135), Kearsley. That’s when Gonzales (135) Cleaver (140), Jesse Torres (145), “This means a lot to me,” Gon- faced Logan Massa and pinned TRI-COUNTY TIMES zales said when asked about the him in 19 seconds. Massa claimed Scott (160), Noah Brenner (285) DAVID TROPPENS Holly program. “Coming into he was choked out, but Gonzales and Sam Johnson (130) won Holly’s Mason the program and seeing how far earned the victory quickly against matches by pinfall, while Colton Cleaver (top along I’ve come and how much a grappler who beat him in the in- Cleaver (112) won by tech fall. right) won his I’ve grown, the whole experience dividual district finals 10-6. Kyle Pepper (152) earned a tight regional final has been great.” “I warmed up and I was ready 2-1 decision win. match against his “We had a good run this year,” for a barnburner,” Gonzales said. D3 Team regionals St. Johns foe on Caro 47, Cleaver said. “It was a tough “To see it end that quick — I want- Wednesday. (Left) Lake Fenton 21 draw against St. Johns, but we ed him to finish the match because Colton Cleaver The Blue Devils earned victo- made the most out of it. We did I didn’t know I was choking him (left) tries to get what we can do.” out. I thought I caught him on the ries in five weight classes in its re- his leg free in his The pair are Holly’s only four- hip. I’ll see him two more times gional semifinal match with Caro. year varsity seniors. And what (in individual competitions), so Cody Sanders (152) earned a match against they’ve meant to the program I’ll get the match I want.” pinfall win, while James DeMem- his foe. The isn’t lost on coach Don Pluta. The Bronchos did have some ber (125), Andy Donoho (171) and Bronchos lost to “Their work ethic and the suc- other respectable matches against Brook Harvey (112) earned deci- the Redwings in cess they’ve had both individu- the Redwings, but didn’t win any sion wins. Nevin Donnell (285) the regional final ally and as a team — kids like other bouts. Andrew Scott (160) earned a forfeit victory as well. match. LF girls basketball continues winning OFF-LEASE COMPUTER ways, defeats Railroaders, 37-31 By David Troppens ever, that’s when the Blue Devils’ defense Laptops BLOWOUT! [email protected]; 810-433-6789 took over. Lake Fenton held Durand to just FROM It’s been an outstanding season for the Lake two points in the second quarter and 10 in the Fenton varsity girls basketball team. fourth quarter. 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TRI-COUNTY TIMES | SUBMITTED PHOTO Fenton’s Brant Cassidy was one of the members on the 200 medley relay team which posted a state-qualifying time in the victory against Lapeer on Tuesday night. Fenton swim posts state time, crushes Lapeer in final Metro dual By David Troppens cut out of the way,” Fenton coach Brad [email protected]; 810-433-6789 Jones said. “I was glad we swam well The Fenton varsity boys swim team is for our seniors — Adam Andreski, Alex halfway toward defending its Flint Metro Chase, Chris Kozlowski, Chris Taylor, League championship from a year ago. Sam Coffey, Mitchell Lockwood and And in the process, the Tigers are getting Brian Nance. Our team has certainly im- more state-qualifiers as well. proved over the last few years, which is The Tigers finished the dual portion of in part to the leadership of our seniors.” the FML season undefeated by crushing The Tigers swept the top three places Lapeer 130-51, a score that was closer in six events and finished with the top than the meet actually was. Fenton com- two spots in two of the relays. And with- peted in many events as an exhibition to out exhibition swims, the efforts would’ve help keep the lopsided score from getting looked even more impressive. too far out of reach. The Tigers won all but one event and The top Fenton performance was provid- had seven win at least one individual event. ed by the 200 medley relay team of Austin Andreski won two — the 200 individual Landis, Zahne Macklin, Alex Chase and medley (2:17.68) and the 100 butterfly Brant Cassidy. They earned a state-qualify- (1:03.28). Others who won events were ing time of 1:46.37, cutting over a second James Kryza in the 200 freestyle (2:09.25), off their Michigan Interscholastic Swim Taylor in the 50 freestyle (24.17), Luke Coaches Association time from Saturday. Idoni in diving (184.08), Ryan Baxter in Making it even more impressive, the relay the 100 freestyle (58.32), Mike Banner in earned the time after increasing its mileage the 500 freestyle (5:34.50) and Landis in at practice for an end-of-the-season push. the 100 backstroke (1:03.18). The Tigers have two other state qualify- The Tigers’ next event isn’t until the ing events already this year. Cassidy has Flint Metro League Meet at Fenton High qualified for the 50 freestyle, while the 200 School, starting on Feb. 21 with diving freestyle relay team also qualified. Cassidy preliminaries and on Feb. 22 for swim- earned his state time in the 50 at MISCA. ming preliminaries. If the Tigers win the “We swam very well considering we meet, and they are heavy favorites to do are in the middle of our hell week and are just that, they will capture their second tired, but it felt good to get the medley outright Metro League title. www.tctimes.com TRI-COUNTY SPORTS Sunday, February 17, 2013 19A Tigers clinch outright Metro crown with 61-45 win Linden’s pom By David Troppens [email protected]; 810-433-6789 squad does well at Ortonville — Trying to get that outright Flint Metro League title took longer than ChicagoLand event the Fenton varsity boys basketball team By Torrey Christopher [email protected]; 810-433-6789 could ever imagine. There was so little time for the Lin- Due to weather issues, the Tigers had a den varsity pom team to prepare for their nine-day break in between Metro contests. ChicagoLand competition, no place was All the break did was delay the inevitable. safe from a quick Eagles’ practice. The Tigers finally were able to clinch their “We practiced really hard to prepare, outright title by defeating Brandon 61-45 even at the hotel in Chicago,” team Thursday night. The title was Fenton’s fifth captain VictoriaRilett said. “We have a straight Metro League championship. younger team this year and we only had “It was almost nine days since we’ve a few weeks to learn the dances so we played. The first quarter we were a little practiced almost every day.” rusty, but the second quarter we were The extra practice paid off. The Eagles definitely firing on all cylinders,” Fenton placed fourth with their hip hop routine, coach Tim Olszewski said. and fifth in pom. They also had a second- “It was very nice. A lot of teams would like place finish in the soloist competition to be in that position (winning five straight and a first-place finish in a trio event. titles). The kids have done something pretty Alycia Trombetti, who danced to special. It was a great night. It was nice to ‘Grace’ by Saving Jane, received the have that piece of the puzzle completed, to second-place finish in the solo competi- check that off on our goals.” tion. In order to qualify the dance could The Tigers earned a share of the title not exceed 90 seconds and the song had without playing when Lapeer West defeated to fit the style of dance performed. Swartz Creek in a Monday contest. “It felt amazing to win an award,” The Tigers led just 16-13 after one soloist Trombetti said. “I was a little quarter, but blew the game open with a nervous at first before I went on to 22-8 advantage in the second quarter. The perform, but when I heard my music I Tigers led 39-21. The Tigers (14-0, 16-0) knew I was ready.” never really blew the game wide open, but The Eagles had their best showing they never saw the lead seriously threat- TRI-COUNTY TIMES | SCOTT SCHUPBACH in the trio event. The trio included Lily ened either in the second half. Fenton’s Eric Readman scored 16 points in the Tigers’ 61-45 victory against Brandon Goodrow, Alyssa Arbour, and Tara Ar- Olszewski said the team put added empha- on Thursday night. quette, dancing to a mix of Michael sis on rebounding and it paid off. Jackson songs and ‘Bring Em Out.’ The “We definitely wanted to be conten- makes excuses,” Olszewski said. “He attends other and the players trust each other. Every- dancers performance included tricks and tious about our rebounding and last night every football thing and every basketball thing one realizes we are in this thing together. ... group work, requirements of the event. we had 40 rebounds to their 20, and every in the summer. He’s definitely the model of a There is a lot of communication and a lot of “It felt really good to know all the hard member of the team got at least one re- student being able to do more than one sport. thought. We may not hear what we always work paid off,” Goodrow said. “It also bound,” Olszewski said. There’s a reason why he has success in foot- want to hear, but we trust each other enough felt good to have all of my teammates Cory Cox led the Tigers with 17 points and ball and success in basketball. He makes no to look at all points of view.” and other teams applauding for us.” eight rebounds, while Eric Readman had 16 excuses and busts his butt every day.” Fenton girls 47, The team left Chicago pleased with points, five steals and four assists. Olszewski is proud of his team’s fifth Brandon girls 32 their performance. James Claborn had a nice offensive night straight Metro title. He says trust has gotten Cassandra Reuschlein scored a team-high “The competitions are always really with 10 points, while Damon Thomas and the team to where it is now. 11 points, leading the Tigers to the victory. nerve-racking,” Rilett said. “But the Mitch Shegos had seven points each. “I think this team trusts each other,” Ol- Hannah Evo had seven assists and four re- rush we feel from performing makes “James is one of those kids that never szewski said. “I think the coaches trust each bounds to go with her six rebounds. all the hard work worth it.” Linden’s Thornton headed to Slippery Rock to play soccer By David Troppens [email protected]; 810-433-6789 When it came to finding a college to continue her soccer career, Linden senior Samantha Thornton found the perfect school to make the grades. Thornton’s obvious choice was Divi- sion 2 Slippery Rock University. “I picked Slippery Rock because of their academics,” said Thornton, who FLINT SCOTTISH also looked at Oakland, Central Michigan PIPE BAND’S and Saginaw Valley. “They have a great 97th Anniversary field for physical therapy and that’s what I want to get into. And they have a great Celebration soccer program and I love that, too.” please join us for our The Rock have made it to the NCAA annual ceilidh D2 round of 16 in the tournament each an evening of music, four bagpipe of the last two seasons. During the fall, Home bands, Irish & Scottish dancers Slippery Rock finished with a 14-6-3 re- Remodeling and traditional Highland foods. cord overall. Over the last three seasons Sat. Feb. 23rd 2013 they’ve earned a collective 44-14-10 TRI-COUNTY TIMES | FILE PHOTO We also buy houses! mark. It’s apparent the program is strong. Linden’s Samantha Thornton (right) 6:30pm- 12:00am And Linden varsity girls soccer coach battles for the ball with Fenton’s Natalee Knights of Columbus Hall Kevin Fiebernitz likes the fit. 810-735-7719 Marshall in a game last spring. Thornton 8428 Davison Rd. Davison “She has the program she wants to go is headed to Slippery Rock to play ADVANCE TICKETS into. She had other schools looking at Licensed Division 2 soccer. Adults $16 her, but she settled into Slippery Rock and Insured Seniors/Children $13 because from an educational standpoint AT THE DOOR $18 & $16 and a playing standpoint, she thought it made it a habit to make the Tri-County was the right fit for her. Girls Soccer Team. She was an honorable KIRK JASON For more information “She has an opportunity to go in and play mention all-state selection last year. Two call Tom at 989-928-4687 right away. That’s always a good thing.” years ago she was an honorable mention or Darren at 810-275-2465 or visit our website at www.flintscottish.com Thornton is a strong player who has See THONRTON on 20A 20A Sunday, February 17, 2013 TRI-COUNTY SPORTS www.tctimes.com DEVILS Area skiiers headed to state meet Continued from Page 18A By David Troppens OIL CHANGE Devils sizzled themselves as Nealy [email protected]; 810-433-6789 hit a trey, followed by back-to-back For the third straight year the Fenton/ three-pointers by Welch. The Blue * Linden varsity girls ski team is headed to Devils’ lead was up to 44-34. the state meet. Durand wouldn’t fold. The Rail- And tagging along will be Fenton/Lin- roaders capped the quarter with a den boys skiers Seth Thompson, for a $ 95 an 11-3 run, ending the quarter with third season, and Julian Weinberg, for a a three-point hoop by Kyle Graham *Must present second straight year. coupon at time at the buzzer. The lead Lake Fenton of write up The Fenton girls finished a strong sec- lead was just 47-45. ond at the regional held at Mt. Holly on Includes:18 Durand tied it with the opening Wednesday, while Thompson and Wein- layup in the fourth quarter but never ff FREE 27 Point Vehicle Inspection berg qualified individually. took the lead. The Lake Fenton edge ff Oil Change (up to 5 quarts) Holly/Oxford also had reason to celebrate was just 52-50 with 5:14 left after a as Lars Joergens-Kokate qualified in both ff Brake Inspection Beau LePage free throw, but Nealy events as well, earning a regional champion- TRI-COUNTY TIMES | DAVID TROPPENS responded with his final converted Skip the hassle of rebates, ship in the giant slalom in the process. Fenton’s Julian Weinberg is headed to jumper of the game, raising the gap visit Hall Chrysler today! The Fenton girls won the giant slalom the state meet in both the slalom and the to 54-50 with 4:47 left. The bucket portion of the event, but finished second to WE HONOR giant slalom. also started a string of seven unan- Marian in the slalom, earning Marian the re- COMPETITORS’ COUPONS swered Lake Fenton points, with gional title with 57 points to Fenton’s 66. No Holly/Oxford’s best performance was Welch providing the final four points. one else was within 60 points of the top two Your one-location, full-service, posted by Jessie Felix in the GS with a His converted free throws with 1:59 teams. Holly/Oxford finished seventh. 22nd-place time of 48.26. Alyssa Wysocki gave the Blue Devils what seemed an CHRYSLER • JEEP Fenton’s Kelley McKay was the Tigers’ placed 31st in the slalom (1:15.23). insurmountable 59-50 edge. top performer. She won the regional title in DODGE • RAM In boys’ action, Joergens-Kokate won the However, Durand still battled. the giant slalom with a combined time of dealer to handle all of regional title in the GS with a combined time Graham hit two free throws and LeP- 45.34 seconds, just edging out her teammate your service needs. of 43.45. He was in third after his first run, age hit a 25-foot three-point shot, cut- Lauren Rhoads, who finished second with a but posted a time of 20.87 on his second run ting the gap to 60-57 with about less time of 45.49. McKenna Valley placed third to earn the title by .05 second better than sec- than a half-minute remaining. The (45.79). Flannery Wise was 25th (48.35), ond-place performer Nick Lipinski. Blue Devils turned the ball over with completing Fenton’s GS team score. Thompson placed third (43.68), earning eight seconds left, but LePage’s final In the slalom, Rhoads placed second the second-best time on his second run, while three-point shot was an airball, giving (1:02.37), finishing runner-up to Mar- Weinberg placed ninth (44.22). the Blue Devils the win. ian’s Kat Streng (59.94). Valley took third In the slalom, Joergens-Kokate placed “They keep working hard. They (1:03.14), while Wise was 12th (1:08.49). sixth (56.32), while Weinberg placed 12th Conveniently located and easy to find! keep impressing me and getting bet- Kelley McKay placed 18th (1:09.78). (57.34). ter, so I’m happy with that,” Erway US-23 AT EXIT 80 “I’ve been proud of our girls’ perfor- “I’m very proud of our boys team this said. “I think it’s a theme (not being mance this entire season,” Hiscock said. year,” Hiscock said. “It’s great to see Julian 15123 NORTH RD. able to hold leads) with these guys. ... “They’ve skied well in both slalom and qualify for the state championship as an in- They are not used to winning, but the 888-249-1361 giant slalom, won all of their regular dual dividual in both events in his senior year. more they play in these close games, meets in both events and skied to a divi- He deserves it. Also, having Seth qualify WWW.HALLFENTON.COM the more they’ll pull them out.” sional championship this past week.” for state in giant slalom is great as well.” The Blue Devils have shown con- siderable improvement over a year THORNTON ago, even though Nealy has just come Continued from Page 19A back to the team. Last year the Blue Local “Anti-Aging” Treatment Devils won just two games. They’ve member as well. She’s versatile and can already more than doubled that total, play pretty much any position on the and have been competitive in many Specialist Returns! field. She’s always wanted to play at the more contests than a year ago. Dr. Kimball Silverton, D.O. and The Silverton Skin Institute of next level. “We are a totally different team Grand Blanc are pleased to announce the long awaited return of Cindy “I was always thinking about it ever Wagner, R.N. than last year,” Nealy said. “Last year since I started playing soccer,” Thornton we were 2-18. We are slowly pro- We all know the relentless and damaging effects of time, but Cindy said. has a long history of reversing that clock. Getting to know her and gressing and getting there.” the types of treatments she provides can literally shave years off your “I’ve been playing for 13 years now, Welch had five assists to go with his face. so it’s like the love of my life, I guess. I 22 points. Nealy chipped in seven re- “My start in this profession and my continuing passion comes really can’t wait. bounds and two assists. Tyler Begley from a need and desire to help patients at all levels of skin care. “Skill-wise I think I’m ready. I’ll have had seven points, while Logan Readdy I, myself, had a young adulthood where acne more than just af- to pick it up pace-wise because it will be netted five points and five boards. fected my face; it affected who I was. Embracing the medical and a different pace. It’ll be a different level.” Graham led a balanced attack for cosmetic foundations of dermatology truly changed every part of Cindy Wagner, R.N. me and made me stronger”. “I think she’s ready,” Fiebernitz said. the Railroaders with 15 points. LeP- Skin care and skin enhancement techniques have advanced as rapidly as any area of medical “I think she’s a D1 player playing D2. age netted 14. technology. Cindy’s expertise and years of experience allow her to tailor a specific course of treat- She’s more than ready. She’s a gifted ath- Lake Fenton played Holly on Fri- ment that enhances the total health and wellness of her patients. She states “Helping a patient feel lete and a good kid. I’m expecting she’ll day night. better and more confident psychologically is as much my goal as the physical treatment”. have a good four years there.” Cindy offers: • Facials customized to skin type • Laser Hair Removal • Chemical Peels • Microdermabrasion • Spider Vein Injections • Acne Light Facials • Botox Injections*Facial Filler Injections • Lip Volume Enhancement • Intense Pulse Light Treatments-for skin discoloration and broken capillaries as well as consultation on many other skin services, products and treatments. If you are St. John’s Activity Center waging a battle against those things that make you feel self-conscious then Cindy Wagner, R.N. and The Silverton Skin Institute have the tools for a better you. Thursday, February 21, 2013 • 6:30-9:00pm Cindy began her journey into skin care more than fifteen years ago by working for a Plastic TICKETS: $5 in advance, $8 at the door Surgeon in Bloomfield Hills. She then obtained her Aesthetician’s License and Medical Assistant All ladies that purchase advance tickets by Febraury 20th will be certification. Most recently she received a degree and license as a Registered Nurse. She believes entered to win a $100 gift certificate from Medawar Jewelers! staying up to date with the necessary educational and licensing requirements is paramount. Cindy “A night of pampering just for you!” indicates “ Not just the products change and become more complex but also the techniques required Sample wine, paraffin hand waxing and sweets. to utilize them. Constant training and learning are required as well as working closely with the physicians on staff”. There will be prizes, discounts and items for purchase like candles, cosmetics, skin care, Getting her most recent degree caused Cindy to take time from her practice. As a “Thank You” to the numerous patients who so kindly waited for her return and to also invite those who would jewelry, baked goods and so much more. love to see just how much better they can look; The Silverton Skin Institute and Allergan (the Refreshments and a goodie bag for all ladies. manufacturers of Botox, Juvederm and Latiesse) are hosting a “Welcome Back” and ”Patient Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation Appreciation” event on Wednesday February 13th from 4:00-6:00pm. Patients and guests at located inside Fenton Community & Cultural Center the event will be offered discounts on Botox and Juvederm injections, free product samples and 150 S. LeRoy Street • Fenton, MI 48430 OFFICE chances to obtain FREE treatment. HOURS 810-714-2011 9am-5pm R.S.V.P. at The Silverton Skin Institute at 810-606-1545. REGISTER AT SOUTHERN LAKES PARKS & RECREATION OFFICE tctimes.com WEEKEND TIMES Sunday, February 17, 2013 21A

CONDEMNED Continued from Page 5A project, even for someone with Lauve’s experience. “John Lauve would have to hire 50 people to clean it,” he said, calling the home a ‘nasty pig sty’ inside. Allsop brought up the possibility of selling it to Lauve once more after the motion to condemn the building was made. Council President Jason Hughes said the home was on the market for five months with no interest, which was TRI-COUNTY TIMES | SUBMITTED PHOTO enough time to see if there was legitimate The 3,000-square-foot home at 102 interest from a developer. Hughes had First St. nicknamed “The Gray Lady” doubts Lauve could handle the house by admirers has been condemned Expires 3/29/13, financially, or to physically have the time by Holly Village Council. Many in the to work on the home. community believe the home is an He said to sell to Lauve, it would eyesore. have to be listed for at least two weeks on the market, and the home would don’t think the neighbors of the house have to be repaired and saved from deserve it,” he said, also mentioning blight within a short period of time the property value possibly declining by the new owner. Considering the because of it. length of time the house has been in The council voted unanimously to poor condition, “I don’t think this com- condemn the home, with council mem- munity deserves additional time with bers Tom Clark and Debra Musgrave the home,” said Hughes. “I honestly excused from the meeting.

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Sat. 9 til 5:30 tomers in the automotive, medical and DELIVERY AVAILABLE Sun. 12 til 4 Fenton composite markets. 22A Sunday, February 17, 2013 WEEKEND TIMES tctimes.com HAS superintendent OSCAR Continued from Front Page HOT LINE CONTINUED applicant drops from race Contest entries must be submitted HOW DO I get rid of Rachel with The Holly Area Schools(HAS) Board online by 7 p.m. on Feb. 24. See tctimes. Credit Card Services? They call incessantly and tell me this is the of Education received notification that com for complete list of rules. To get in on the action, go to tctimes. final call. According to Internet, they Michael Osborn, of the Hudson/Moren- com and follow the link on the homepage are a scam. My phone is supposedly ci School Districts has withdrawn from blocked and I get three to four calls a to cast your vote. The person with the the superintendent interview process. week. Please, I need advice. most correct votes wins the contest. The nnn The board selected an alternate at Times will contact the winner following THE CURRENT PRESIDENT is go- their Feb. 5 meeting, who also declined the show. ing to take this country down with his the interview. The first-place winner will receive government control, spending and Interviews will continue, as originally tax hikes. Why doesn’t he practice $100 cash and six movie tickets to NCG what he preaches, like what he said scheduled, with Anthony Habra taking Trillium Cinemas in Burton, Grand in his ‘State of the Union Address’? the first interview on Tuesday, Feb.19, at Blanc, Lapeer or Owosso. The second- nnn 6:00 p.m. Susan Wooden, and Mr. Dave place winner will receive four movie I CANNOT BELIEVE how many Nuss are still both are scheduled for 7:00 EAGLE SCOUT ESTIN CANTRELL grown adults are living in the area Estin Lee Cantrell, of Boy Scout tickets to NCG Trillium in Burton, Grand that do almost nothing for their and 8:00 p.m., respectively. 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She hopes it goes to It is Oscar “In my heart I was PARKER (R) the Tribeca Film Festival. season, and in a project that’s going MOVIE 43 (R) to form me, or form the born to act, since *@3D HANSEL AND GRETEL: you are an I was very, very WITCH HUNTERS: REALD 3D (R) Was there any conflict portray- actor, do you people around me.” 2D HANSEL AND GRETEL: young,” said Chris- WITCH HUNTERS (R) ing the devil, as a Christian? ever feel that Christine McDunnough SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK (R) tine McDunnough, No, even though it’s a terrible role, I emotional pull, Actor, musician MAMA (PG13) who said she becomes #ZERO DARK THIRTY (R) believe the opposite of love is fear, and like you are in- GANGSTER SQUAD (R) easily emotional — some- DJANGO UNCHAINED (R) the devil lives on fear. To play that is a volved in a way? *@ thing she can harness for her 3D THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED little uncomfortable, but it’s a very true Ever since I was very young, and JOURNEY REALD 3D (PG13) and a very serious portrayal. People I’d watch the Academy Awards acting. Music provides a lighter outlet *2D THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED for her desire to perform. JOURNEY (PG13) would ask me, ‘can you swear,’ and I knew one day I’d be there. I *Due to movie company policies no passes are accepted. @ No $5 rate available. • # No $5 TUES evening rate. yes, if that’s an honest portrayal of that don’t know when that will be, it person. I don’t know why God made might be when I do a remake of me this way, why I have this deep “The Golden Girls.” I feel a con- passion to perform, and to act. In the nection to acting, mostly to film. mean time, I just love performing, but I have to pick and choose because I have What is your role at McDun- such little time. Very often independent nough, Inc.? I am project filmmakers work after five (p.m.) and coordinator, facilitator, consultant, on weekends. I make sure the place is clean. We’ve been around 12 years. It’s a How do you fit in your passion nice family business, we’re blessed for acting with your other roles with the people that work for us. in life? I just have to trust that God We have people around us that are puts me in the right place, that I’m going good people. to be put in a project that’s going to form me, or form the people around me. My Let’s talk about music — greatest accomplishment would be to you’re in a band called Dirty write a film and perform in a film that Murphy. It’s our rock ‘n roll changes people’s way of thinking. band. My husband Darren is the lead singer. We do really good rock Is there a movie that has done music, we have a good blend of that for you? You can go all the way classic rock, and current rock, some back to E.T. It was kind of a Christ country, some alternative rock, we’re story, but also a story about salvation fun band to have an evening with. and loss. It was about loss acceptance, I am keyboard player and back up great sacrifice then redemption, salva- singer. I prefer to be the backup tion in the end. Any of the films that singer, actually. have to do with World War II, or any films over the Holocaust. How long have you been doing music, and what do you What kind of elements would be get out of it? I’ve been doing in a movie you want to make? music all my life, I just get joy for Elements that show without showing, performing. We also have a contem- unconditional love, sacrifice, and re- porary catholic music group that we demption. The Shawshank Redemp- play 6 p.m. Mass on Sunday. We just tion, The Green Mile, phenomenal keep showing up, the Holy Spirit films. Films about redemption. does the rest.

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By William Axford always received in that vein. [email protected]; 810-433-6792 In order to help the older generation “When I was your age…” communicate with the younger generation, Ahh yes, the mantra of the wise, the here’s some friendly and well-intended experienced. If you’re advice from the young, I’m betting Times’ and some of you’ve heard this at The art of growing our younger readers. least once in your life, old is the art of being Consider it advice probably in your for- ‘‘ for “When I get to mative years when you regarded by the your age.” were prone to making oncoming generations When are you get- mistakes and trying to as a support, and not as ting married? figure out your life. If I know 30 years or you’re in your ‘gold- a stumbling block. so ago, people were en years’ I’m betting ANDRÉ MAUROIS usually married by you’ve succumbed to ’’ 25 and had at least the temptation to provide unsolicited ad- one child. But nowadays most people are vice at least once, and likely many times. waiting until their mid 30s before getting When it comes to older people, their married – and even longer to have kids. advice is endless — they’ve done it all, With an economy stacked against the in- they’ve seen it all. Older people have an experienced and being raised by parents TRI-COUNTY TIMES | HOPEYCOPEY.BLOGSPOT.COM infinite amount of things to say and their who, in many cases, have had Understanding older generations can be difficult.Patience and thick skin can words, while intended to be helpful, are not See OLDER on 4B be needed when interacting with older people.

In the interest of bridging the generational gap that has existed since the beginning of time between young people and older people, here’s a few light-hearted suggestions from us ‘young folks’ for you ‘old folks’: • Don’t say ‘when I was your age.’ • Old men, pull your pants down out clerk. I’m sure it’s a good story. are busy. Launching into your reason Honestly, it invokes images of cave- from your armpits and quit grousing But it’s just as likely there are busy for calling without any preamble will men, dinosaurs and hunting with about taxes. I don’t know why older moms and dads behind you who are ultimately cause us to not answer your spears. men feel their belts need to rise com- anxious to get home to their families. calls if we are busy with a meal, a • Give advice when asked, not just mensurates with their age, and taxes are Most of us would be happy to talk to baby, or the dozens of other things that when you feel the urge to. Unsolic- more egregious than when they were you while we are waiting in line. demand our attention daily. Oh, and ited advice, at any age, falls on deaf ears. young. Are you listening Grandpa? • You’re retired, we’re not. When please don’t call early in the morning This is especially true when paired with a • The grocery line is not the place you call us on the phone, please take on weekends. generational gap. to share long stories with the check- a moment to say “hi” and ask if we See GAP on 4B

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U.S. Ronald Reagan did stand-up In 1954, Ronald Reagan’s act- PRESIDENTS: ing career was going so badly that he took a gig as a Las Vegas THE OTHER SIDE OF THE COIN stand-up comic for a few weeks. Strange facts about our Warren Harding lost The White House china in a poker game nation’s leaders Source: Huffington Post Our 29th President really liked to gamble, although it seems he wasn’t very good at it. Thomas In one poker game, he bet the White House china collection Jefferson had and lost it all in one hand. two pet bears Abe Lincoln won a When Lewis and Clark were explor- ing the West, two young bear cubs were wrestling match sent East to President Jefferson. He kept When Abe Lincoln moved to New Salem, Ill. in the bears in a cage on the White House 1831, he met a rowdy bunch called The Clarence lawn and occasionally went on walks Grove Boys. Their leader Jack Armstrong chal- with them. Other strange presidential pets lenged Lincoln to a wrestling match outside of Den- include: Alligator (John Quincy Adams), ton Offutt’s store, where Lincoln was a clerk, and townspeople gath- Elephant (James Buchanan), and Zebra ered to watch and wager on it. Lincoln won the match and Jack’s (Teddy Roosevelt). respect, and the two became best friends. Nixon was a card shark Gerald & Betty Ford While in the Navy, Richard Nixon no- were fashion models ticed that his friends Move over, Scott Brown. In the 1940s Ger- were winning money ald Ford did a bit of modeling and even posed in poker games. Al- on the cover of “Cosmopolitan.” His wife Bet- ways the opportunist, ty was also a dancer and fashion model, who Nixon had the best signed with the John Robert Powers modeling poker player in his firm to finance her dance education. unit teach him how to play the game. Within Barack Obama is a only a few months, FDR has a movie credit Nixon had won around comic book nerd Late one night at a dinner party, President Franklin Roosevelt re- President Obama collects “Spi- $6,000 in poker games, galed guests with a premise for a mystery novel. Magazine editor Ful- derman” and “Conan The Barbar- which he used to fund ton Oursler was in in attendance, and he hired some mystery writers to ian” comic books, and has even his first congressional flesh out the premise to a novel, which was then adapted into a movie, read every “Harry Potter” book. campaign. “The President’s Mystery.” FDR received a “story by” credit. 4B Sunday, February 17, 2013 Life Style www.tctimes.com OLDER ears or stretching your ears. Anyone Continued from Front Page with any sort of body modification will Business profiles at least one divorce, it’s easy to see why attest to being harassed about it at least younger people are waiting longer to get once in their life. married. It’s not that we don’t want to — Here’s the thing — people that choose most of us simply don’t have the means to modify their body don’t care what you, to justify it. Most of us are still trying to or anyone else for that matter, think. Even get a footing into our careers. more, you reveal a judgmental and unat- So please, stop asking us about it. tractive side of your personality when You don’t vote Republican? you attribute non-existent characteristics You commie! to young people based solely on their If you interact with many old- appearance. er people in the tri-county area, If someone wants to cover their bod- chances are they’re Conservative and ies with tattoos and/or put as many holes Christian, not that there’s anything wrong in their body as they can, they will. And with that. But in a world where young as long as they’re not hurting anyone, it people have to compete globally, and the isn’t your place to tell them otherwise. endless amount of information available to It would serve everyone better if, when us on the Internet, people are bound to have you don’t have anything nice to say, just different ideologies. And, let’s face it, older don’t say anything at all. people are not always so fond of different. Do you ever put your phone down? “Too many of them blindly follow a I’ll admit, people with smartphones TRI-COUNTY TIMES | TIM JAGIELO political party without paying attention (particularly teenagers and 20 some- The Burger King sign is replaced by the new Halo Burger sign Jan. 7. Halo Burger to the issues,” Tyler Hilliker posted on things) are addicted to them. And yes, Director of Training and Development Laura Drury said sales are up 175 percent the Times Facebook wall. they don’t always have the best manners from when the restaurant was part of Uncle Ray’s Dairyland across the street. Instead of instantly labeling someone a when using them. Younger people how- ‘liberal,’ listen to why they have that view. ever are more connected than any other You don’t have to agree with someone generation. Between social media and Halo Burger else’s views or lifestyle but that doesn’t texting, anyone can get a hold of anyone mean you shouldn’t show them the cour- at any time. Perhaps that whippersnapper Continues Fenton tradition at new location tesy of listening to their point of view. The is Googling a solution to a personal issue. Perhaps they’re contacting a relative they world is different, and thus, so are we. By Sally Rummel haven’t seen or heard from in a while. Customers have come to Halo You did what to your body? [email protected]; 810-629-8282 If you are truly annoyed by a person’s Burger for years because of its tasty Yes, some people are covered in Halo Burger has built a 26-year phone usage, be polite and request more tradition of using fresh, never frozen tattoos, have multiple piercings and, tradition in Fenton with favorites like one-on-one attention, minus the phone. ground beef that is hand-pressed into in some instances, huge holes in their its signature Olive Burger, Q.P. Burger Chances are that person glued to their popular quarter pound burgers and earlobes which are known as gauged and Boston Cooler. phone is unaware that you’re so bothered. other specialty burgers. “Our lettuce Now it’s adding even more excite- Be polite and the young people will return and vegetables are also hand cut,” that graciousness. ment for local burger lov- said Conlan. “Our buns ers from its new location are from a local supplier, A word to the wise Summary ASK THE Of course, ‘old’ is relative. There are at 1355 North LeRoy St., too. When it comes to hot words that the younger Times intern uses where they moved on Jan. Halo Burger will dogs, we serve only Koe- MECHANIC that even I didn’t know existed (‘derpy’ 9. celebrate its Grand gel’s and Flint-style coney Chris Wilkinson, “Customers have re- Opening Monday, sauce, which seems to be Certified Mechanic particularly sticks out in my mind), which Feb. 18 at its new in turn makes me feel ‘old.’ But age isn’t a ally responded well to our everyone’s favorite.” new location,” said Polly location at 1355 New on the menu are I have a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 with number, it’s a lifelong attitude that people North LeRoy St. in a 4.6l V8. It starts shaking when I’m hold and which defines them. Smile more. Conlan, director of mar- Fenton. turkey burgers, made from Q: stopped. I just did a minor tune-up. Criticize less. And laugh as much as pos- keting for Halo Burger’s Jennie-O fresh ground tur- What do you think is wrong with it? 11 Michigan locations. - Stephen sible — life is too short to be chronically key, plus a variety of new grumpy and judgmental of other people. “They love the visibility, extra seating salads — from a Grilled Chicken Cae- Stephen, Anything I tell you at this point As the great Gertrude Stein (the woman and parking. The kids are also enjoy- sar to a Cobb Salad with applewood would just be a guess without hearing ing the playscape at the front of the smoked bacon and a Greek Salad with A: the vehicle run and knowing the history. who served as an editor to a young Ernest First, if the shaking did not start until after the Hemingway) once said, “We are always restaurant, which is sanitized daily for kalamata olives and beets. tune up then you need to look for a possible the same age inside.” Isn’t it better to extra cleanliness.” Halo Burger will celebrate its Grand cracked porcelain on one or more of the spark try to retain our youth as we get older, Halo Burger now offers table service Opening on Monday, Feb. 18 from plugs. Check to make sure the proper spark at all of its restaurants, in addition to 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., giving away Halo plugs where installed since sometimes they at least mentally, if not physically? We are cataloged wrong. Next, I would make sure young people would appreciate it, and a convenient drive-through window. Burger swag and offering food specials when you are checking the plugs to pay atten- we believe you older people would be Dining in customers stop at the counter and discounts. Local store manager is tion to the coil boots as you remove the coils better off also. to place their order, then the food is Alyssa Shaver. For more information, to make that they are seated properly and in brought to their table. “It’s more like call (810) 750-1952 or visit haloburger. good condition. If the shaking was present While it may be too late to achieve before the tune up then it is probably best at everything you wanted to in life, it’s never a meal than a fast food experience,” com. They’re also on twitter, Facebook this point if you have a professional look at it. too late to build a better relationship with said Conlan. and Foursquare. Some components are difficultto test and may the younger generation. take some specialty equipment to test. With the cost of parts for today’s vehicles guessing is not a good way to go. GAP We now offer free complimentary towing and Continued from Front Page roadside assistance package of up to 75.00 for Remember when you were young. 12 months or 12,000 miles with any repair or service (even oil changes) at Wilkinson Auto • If you’re going to drive during Repair, see store for details. rush hour, please drive the speed limit and stay in your own lane. Do you have a question that you • If you can’t hear, please get a would like to have answered? E-mail it to me at: hearing aid. Forcing the rest of the [email protected] world to shout and chronically re- peat themselves is counter-produc- Located in Historic Downtown Holly tive to relationship building. I said, forcing the rest of the world…..oh, 402 N. SAGINAW never mind. Hours: Mon-Fri: • Give us a chance, you just 8am-6pm, TRI-COUNTY TIMES | SUBMITTED PHOTO Sat: 9am-3pm may be surprised. Honestly, we want to respect and love you. And Honored as “Good Citizens” — The Daughters of the American Revolution 248-634-5730 we believe you feel the same way. in Clarkston honored six students as “Good Citizens” at its 28th annual Good www.wilkinsonautorepair.com Let’s each try a little harder to get to Citizens luncheon. Students honored were Marissa Trayor of Brandon High School, know each other minus our pre-or- Meredith Herman of Lake Fenton High School, Brooke Huisman of Clarkston High Check our website and dained differences. I’ll bet we have School, Jonathan Kontorousis of Fenton High School, Victoria Rilett of Linden coupon ads for specials. far more in common than we think. High School and Alicia Baker of Holly High School. Sunday, February 17, 2013 Page 5

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By Sally Rummel [email protected] How to check out Your renovation or home your builder: building construction project doesn’t begin with the • National Association of Home Build- first nail pounded — it actu- ers — the builder may be a member The ally starts when you go through of this national organization. biggest the process of selecting a builder. • Government records — check if ‘‘ Scott Tarkleson, owner of Fenton there are any lawsuits or tax liens mistake Lakes Building & Design, has been in against your builder. Check for a homeowner the home building and remodeling busi- consumer complaints at the State At- ness for more than 35 years. He encour- torney General’s office (313)456-0240. can make is not ages prospective customers to check him • Background check — use Better Business Bureau, Angie’s List, Ser- checking out a out with references and by viewing his viceMagic and bank references (ask builder thoroughly work before hiring him. for one bank reference). “The biggest mistake a homeowner • Previous customers — get an before signing any can make is not checking out a builder exhaustive list from the builder and contracts. thoroughly before signing any contracts,” check as many of them as you can. he said. “This builder is basically going to • Building inspectors — they may Scott Tarkleson be ‘moving into your home’ for 10 hours have more information about local Owner of Fenton Lakes’’ Building & Design a day during the construction phase,” said builders. Tarkleson. “You want to know everything Source: msn.com you need to know about him beforehand Summary Don’t skip the very first and most — from background checks and referrals important detail of your construction to how he plans to clean up and manage project: selecting a builder that shares the mess of the project. All these details your same vision and has the proper Designed for are important and need to be spelled out credentials to do the work. in the contract.” Functionality Here is how he advises Phase 2 . . . Check out Tri-County Times Your local remodeling specialists homeowners to check for over 30 years! out a builder before Home Improvement signing on the section on Exterior: dotted line. March 17 All areas including redesign; • Meet with the builder first, to discuss brick, stone and siding; the details of project and see if your vision and his is a good fit. Phase 3 . . . porches, decks and patios, • Do a background check on the builder, Check out Tri-County Times and outbuildings. find out how long he has been in the in- dustry and whether he has been an active Construction (in Spring builder during that time. Home & Garden Additions: • Get references from him and follow In-law suites, through by contacting them. section on April 21) • Take a ride with the builder and have family rooms, him show you a number of projects that offices. he has completed. “If a builder can’t show you at least a half a dozen completed Phase 4 . . . Specializing in: projects in the last two to three years, then Check out Tri-County Times Kitchens, buyer beware,” said Tarkleson. Installation and Baths & Home • Due diligence — get a copy of his liability policy. “A lot of guys don’t carry protection (in The Remodeling insurance because it’s just so expensive,” said Tarkleson. “Again, buyer beware.” Great Outdoors section • Find out if your prospective builder is on May 12) licensed and insured. • Does he do this full-time as his career, or does he just “dabble” in it? It will make a difference in his commitment to your Phase 5 . . . “Affordable Excellence” project, according to Tarkleson. Check out Tri-County Times Once you have checked out a prospec- SCOTT TARKLESON 810-655-6220 tive builder thoroughly and are satisfied We’ve moved in! (in Fall www.fentonlakesbuilding.com that this will be a good “fit” for your Home Improvement on BASEMENTS | ADDITIONS | EXTERIORS | COMMERCIAL renovation or new build, the project will then move into: Sept. 15) www.tctimes.com HOME INTERIORS Sunday, February 17, 2013 7B MOOD Continued from Page 5B Power furniture not just for ‘older people’ “task area” and the “talk area” each have their own switch and dimmer Many recliners, sofas lights. Pendant lights are a flexible option and loveseats now It’s about in a kitchen, bringing down the scale offer power option for a 50-50 split and creating an intimate atmosphere ‘‘ in a specific area. One example would ease and convenience of power vs. be a large central pendant over a center By Sally Rummel manual in our island, or three or so pendant lights [email protected]; 810-629-8282 recliner over a bar in the kitchen. For general With electronics and gadgetry defin- task and ambient lighting, lights can be ing just about every retail segment, it’s sales. spaced about four feet apart. no surprise that power furniture has Gary Another type of lighting for the now become a at Stevens Furniture’’ kitchen is over-cabinet and under-cab- popular part of inet lamps, each in their own areas and Summary the furniture in- on their own dimmers. Tim Scarberry dustry. of Scarberry Construction enjoys the Power reclining furniture has Power reclin- use of rope lighting in a kitchen, often become a popular ers, sofas and installed behind crown molding for a option for people of loveseats are very soft effect. all ages. defined as fur- In the living room niture that relies An indirect lighting approach can on electricity or provide a soft, indirect effect for a a battery pack to recline back and lift a home’s primary living spaces. For an footrest. They can recline in about eight intimate atmosphere, use low-level to 10 seconds and can stop at whatever incandescent lights on dimmers, and position is desired. Sleek furniture with power options are becoming more popular with family members enhance the mood with uplights hidden Originally, this power segment of of every age. in cabinet tops. furniture was designed for an older popu- A lamp in the center of the ceiling fan lation that might find it difficult to use How much do they cost? Will I ever “get stuck” in my chair? can also be adjusted with brightness. the lever to position the chair. However, The electrical components that drive As a safety feature, many power reclin- For a lively social setting, you’ll manufacturers soon found that young power reclining mechanisms have shrunk ers also come with a back-up battery pack want pools of light that are slightly people were attracted to their sleeker, in both size and price in the past four so you don’t “get stuck” in the event of a more intense, increasing the brightness more streamlined look and their ease of years. A power reclining mechanism can power outage. operation. They also come with warranties, of the lamps or directing the lamps to be added to most styles of recliners as an a certain area of the room. One of the biggest reasons for their typically about five years for the electrical popularity is the huge increase in home option, and it won’t “break the bank.” components, and a lifetime warranty for the In the bath Depending on the store and the model Lighting in the bathroom takes on theaters and large flat screen HDTVs that reclining mechanism, according to Palmer. a more personal tone with a need for transform living rooms and family rooms that you buy, a power version can add be- Now when you decide it’s time to look task lighting at each side of the mirror into theater-like settings. You can now tween $100 and $200 to the price of your for new furniture, you’ll have to make a for an accurate reflection of a person’s find power recliners that have storage recliner, compared to a manual version. “power run” to a local furniture retailer. complexion. Side mounts eliminate pillows, illuminated cup holders, touch potential dark spots under the eyes that control headrests and coordinating trays might result from overhead lighting, and tables. according to HGTV. “It’s about a 50-50 split of power vs. In the bedroom manual in our recliner sales,” said Gary of The room to which a person retires Stevens Furniture in Fenton. “It’s not just for the evening requires lights with low the older people buying power recliners, level illumination for a relaxing mood, it’s also younger people who are used to according to invitinghome.com having everything ‘automatic.’” “It’s also a look that’s seamless,” said Illuminating for Everett Palmer, store manager at Fenton dramatic effects Home Furnishings. “Instead of a lever One extreme experience comes to at the side of the furniture, it’s a small, mind. After leaving the clattering, tiny button on the inside arm that’s not noisy subway and passing through a noticeable.” doorway that leads directly from the Power furniture isn’t new, but its sleek, subway to Rockefeller Center, one less bulky appearance and lower prices enters a black marble area where there have brought it into the mainstream fur- is dim lighting. niture market. The immediate effect is startling because people tend to suddenly lower their voices to a whisper after com- peting at shouting levels a moment before. This effect was designed into the environment through the mood created by light and color that induces a hushed, quiet atmosphere. By way of contrast, to develop a celebrating mood, or a sunny, joyous BRAD HOFFMAN mood, the sparkle of reflections from INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. objects and bright lights helps to make “Serving the area over 40 years” light of an environment. On the other hand, for a romantic environment, one 102 S. 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Your ‘dream home’ is just a room away Start with one room DREAM: Large, tiled, walk-in shower, new energy-efficient toilet, heated tile floor, at a time when thinking “his and her” mirrors and sinks with granite countertop. about renovation DREAM ON A BUDGET: New flooring By Sally Rummel will update a tired older bathroom, accord- [email protected]; 810-629-8282 ing to Scarberry. A new countertop, sink and Taking it “one room at a time” is a way faucet will also be a less expensive fix than that you can get closer to having your dream all new plumbing and/or structural changes. home without starting all Cosmetic changes of new hardware, new paint, new towels, etc. will over from the ground up. My wife and I both graduated from Fenton That’s the construction also make a huge difference. and never left. We are proud to be raising our In general, Living room children here in Fenton. philosophy of Tim Scar- — Tim Scarberry berry, whose construction adults are doing Gas log fireplaces have Logan, Melissa, Tim & Baylee company has been busy ‘‘away with their been around for years, but with remodeling projects they are still a “must have” which contain key elements bath tubs, for people building a new that many people are now unless they have home from the ground up. looking for in their “dream young children For remodeling, however, space.” it’s the “built-ins” that are The kitchen at home. becoming one of the most The biggest “dream Tim Scarberry popular additions to a living room” for most people’s Owner of Tim Scarberry room or family room. Construction in Fenton’’ homes is the kitchen, where “We can customize a homeowners are looking for ‘built-in’ for you, with big, open gathering spaces for entertaining See DREAM HOME on 11B If you can dream it, we can friends and family. “You can move your TOP QUALITY, build it. kitchen closer to a ‘dream kitchen’ by Here are the Top 10 features adding a new key element to your exist- local homeowners are looking ing kitchen or by opening up your kitchen CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION structurally to a more open space, if you for in an upscale new home have the room,” said Scarberry. 1. Unique, specific features designed DREAM: Big, airy new kitchen with just for them. No “cookie cutter” designs. & REMODELING island or bar; new cabinetry; granite coun- 2. Quality materials throughout, from cabinetry to hardware, lighting, etc. tertops; tile, slate or marble flooring. 3. Smart house integration with smart ALL PHASES OF CONSTRUCTION DREAM ON A BUDGET: Add crown phone – music, lights, garage door molding to existing cabinets for a dramatic, opener, thermostat, etc. Siding All Types of Flooring finished look, under-cabinet lighting or 4. Finished garage with utility sink, Windows & Doors Barns & Garages rope lighting, or change countertop and water, cabinetry, pet wash station, epoxy- backsplash. coated floor, TV, speakers. Finished Basements Decks & Patios The bath 5. Restaurant-grade kitchen appliances, Roofing Ceramic Tile Out with the tub, in with a spacious tiled built-in espresso maker, coffee bar, etc. shower. Scarberry has put in many new 6. Heated floors in master bath, plus Creative Concrete Free Estimates tiled showers with easy access, taking out heated towel warmer. Licensed & Insured old tubs, especially for people in their 50s 7. Entertainment spaces: outdoors for or 60s who are looking to a future of aging the summer and indoor theater, bar, etc. Whatever you do, work at it with all your for the winter. heart, as working for the Lord. in place. 8. Energy efficient plumbing fixtures, Colossians 3:23 “In general, adults are doing away with furnace, air condenser, boiler, etc. VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.timscarberry.com their bath tubs, unless they have young 9. Outdoor kitchens with pizza ovens, etc. children at home,” said Scarberry. “They’re 10. Extended living spaces with at- TIMOTHY SCARBERRY (810) adding a walk-in tiled shower with glass tached screened-in area. doors and a built-in seat for comfort and Source: Patrick Widing Custom Built Homes in Fenton CONSTRUCTION, INC. 287-2415 convenience.” 10B Sunday, February 17, 2013 HOME INTERIORS www.tctimes.com Soothe, renew andsurprise

Using paint color We’re seeing trends from Pantone lots of greens Spring 2013 ‘‘and yellows this spring, with darker By Sally Rummel [email protected]; 810-629-8282 colors like gray and The easiest way to freshen up your black as accents. home this spring is to put a new color There’s also a lot of 2013 on the walls of your favorite room — Spring Pantone Colors whether it’s your kitchen, living room, interest in deeper bedroom or bath. turquoises. According to the color pros at the Pan- Suzanne Taylor tone Color Institute, popular paint colors Interior designer at Continental this spring will be those that either soothe, Design in Fenton ’’ renew or surprise. “We’re seeing lots of greens and yel- palettes of blue and green, such as a lows this spring, with darker colors like “surprise” ocean blue hutch in a woodsy gray and black as accents,” said Suzanne setting (see photo). Taylor, interior designer at Continental • Quirky and whimsical, in a harmony Design in Fenton. “There’s also a lot of of hues, such as shades of pumpkin and interest in deeper turquoises.” bright blue with goldenrod, lime and Here are a few trends to be look- violet. ing at for this spring, when it’s time • Bright tribal tones, like sandy brown, vi- to freshen up your home: brant tangerine, peacock blue and fiery pink. • Earthy textures lay a foundation for See SURPRISE on 11B

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SURPRISE well-organized space. walled space, including the ceiling Continued from Page 10B DREAM HOME Continued from Page 9B DREAM ON A BUDGET: Closet or- so it doesn’t resemble a basement. A • Preppy primary colors and bright ganizers installed to fit your space. Not walk-out format with an egress window light used with shades of gray or black. custom cabinetry leaving a space for a large flat screen TV,” said Scarberry. as specialized as custom-built, but still a brings in natural light and becomes a • Pops of color, for example, a dash of good organizing tool. safe fire exit. cinnamon and a burst of tart green apple. What really sets one living room apart from another in appeal is bolder, The basement DREAM ON A BUDGET: Dropped Since choosing a color scheme for a What already has four walls, a ceiling ceiling instead of dry wall, basic carpet- room can be a challenge for anyone not wider trim and crown moldings that stand out from an average trim job, ac- and a floor? That’s right, your basement ing and window well windows. “Every formally trained in design, here are a few already contains structured space, which basement that is being used needs to hints from Better Homes & Gardens. cording to Scarberry. “Adding a facelift like this is a visual improvement that makes it an affordable place to start when have an egress window for safety,” people will notice,” he said. you think about adding living space to said Scarberry. Hint #1: Pick a mood for the room, and DREAM: Gas fireplace, crown mold- your home. “It’s square footage you then follow it with a color that will fit the ings and trim that make a statement. already have,” said Scarberry. “The mood. For example, if you like green, DREAM ON A BUDGET: Crown structure is in place.” then you can choose sage for serenity and molding and trim to change the look Whether you want to carpet your calm, apple green for trendy vibrancy or of your living area. basement and add a pool table or have seafoam for a cottage feel to the room. Storage spaces a full-fledged surround-sound theater Having a place for everything and with entertainment bar, etc., your Hint #2: Look beyond the paint chips. everything in its place is a dream for basement is a good place to start. “For Pick colors using favorite objects as a many homeowners. “Houses built over the money spent, you can’t beat the guide. If you are looking at chips, how- 20 years ago have closets basically with value,” said Scarberry. “However, it ever, use the bottom color of the card a rod and shelf,” said Scarberry. “We must be a dry basement. You have to because it’s the most saturated color in can design you a customized space treat the basement differently than the color family. that will be as functional as you can other rooms in your house, by using dream of.” He adds that linen closets a moisture resistant pad and insulate Hint #3: Use paint samples on your wall can also be customized to fit your exact the walls very well. It’s also very to be sure of the color. Don’t rely solely specifications. important that you have a way out TRI-COUNTY TIMES on a paint chip. You’ll want to examine DREAM: Custom-built cabinetry of your basement for fire safety.” | TIM SCARBERRY the actual color in the room with natural designed to fulfill your every need for DREAM: A completely dry- lighting.

Hint #4: Weave the same colors through the main spaces of your home for best “room flow.” Make the dominant color in one room an accent color in another room.

Hint #5: Spread color throughout the space using this formula: 70-20-10. — 70 percent should be the lightest color — 20 percent should be the second lightest color — 10 percent should be the boldest color

Hint #6: Use this rule of three: Use color at least three times in a room. For example, yellow in pillows, a blanket and on the walls.

Hint #7: Accessorize with bright pops of color in rugs, pillows and art.

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Jim Olah officiat- life touching yours. Janet Ellsworth - age 93, Sarah Groezinger - age 85, PM and 6-8 PM Sunday. was held Thursday 5-9 PM; ing. Burial was in Fairview The voice speaking to you and the died February 9, 2013. Ser- died February 14, 2013. Those desiring may make Friday 1-4 and 5-9 PM; and Cemetery, Linden. Visita- spirits talking to you through the vices provided by Sharp Services provided by Sharp eyes of others. She lives on memorial contributions Saturday 10-11 AM before tion was held at the funeral with us and all who knew Funeral Homes. www. Funeral Homes. www. to the Wounded Warriors Mass at church. A vigil ser- home Tuesday from 2-4 and loved her. sharpfuneralhomes.com. sharpfuneralhomes.com. Project. Mr. Thornton was vice was held 7 PM Friday and 6-8 PM and was also Sadly missed born January 5, 1935 in at the funeral home. Me- held Wednesday from 10 Mom & Dad, Fenton, the son of Roy W. morial donations may be AM until the time of service. Sisters and brother and Helen (Jarvis) Thorn- made to Karmanos Cancer In lieu of flowers, those ton. He was a 1953 gradu- Institute or St. Jude Chil- desiring may make con- Norma H. Irish, Marcella Minton, Barbara Will, ate of Fenton High School. dren’s Hospital. Doug was tributions to the Genesee Norma H. Irish - age 96, Feb- Marcella Minton - age 81, Barbara Will - age 78, died He was a veteran of the born September 24, 1947 County Child Evangelism ruary 12, 2013. Share memo- died February 12, 2013. February 15, 2013. Services U.S. Army. Charles retired in Flint the son of Paul Fellowship, 800 Louisa St., ries at www.temrowskifamily- Services provided by Sharp provided by Sharp Funeral from General Motors V-8 and Louise (Bernhardt) Mt. Morris, MI 48458. Earl funeralhome.com. Funeral Homes. www. Homes. www.sharpfuneral- Engine Plant with 29 years Kinsman. He graduated was born March 20, 1919 sharpfuneralhomes.com. homes.com. of service. Surviving are from St. Mary High School, in Holly, the son of George Temrowski 4 children, Sandra Thorn- Mt. Morris and later from and Ida (Freeman) Alberts. Family Funeral Home & ton of Denver, Colorado, Western Michigan Uni- He was a 1937 graduate Cremation Services versity. Douglas was a T500 Main St. • Fenton • 810-629-2533 Mark Thornton of Fenton, and valedictorian of Fenton Michael and wife Kimberly Veteran of the U.S. Army High School. He was a Thornton of Swartz Creek, serving in Vietnam as 1st veteran of WWII, serving Joseph and wife Kim- Lieutenant, Airborne Rang- in the U.S. Army and also berly Thornton of Linden; 6 ers in the 173rd Airborne. served as Sergeant Major grandchildren, Joseph, Sa- He married Elaine Sedik in of 1612 SCU WA Personnel mantha, Benjamin, Bran- Detroit on June 15, 1973. Center at Fort Sheridan, don, Taylor and Matthieu; 2 Doug enjoyed golf, hiking IL from 1944-1946. Earl brothers, David Thornton of and fishing. He also was married Mildred Schillinger Iowa and Clyde Thornton an avid runner for many October 11, 1941 in Fenton Read of Fenton; 3 sisters, Helen years, participating in and she preceded him in your hometown newspaper Compeau, Violet Baird marathons and 29 years of death August 14, 2005. He and Vera Thornton all of the Crim. Surviving are his retired in 1979 from Chev- Fenton; several nieces and wife of 39 years, Elaine; 3 rolet Flint Manufacturing as nephews. He was preced- children, Emily Kinsman of Administrative Supervisor ed in death by his parents Fenton, Matthew Kinsman after 40 years of service. online and 2 sisters, Mary Sue (Dana) of Fenton, Marissa He was the last living Hajec and Marjorie Shann. West (Bob) of Hartland; 5 charter member of Fenton Online condolences may grandchildren, Jacob and Bible Church. Earl was be shared on the obituary Elena Kinsman, Eva and also a member of Genesee www.tctimes.com page of www.sharpfuneral- Anna West, Charlotte Kins- County Child Evangelism Click the red EZ Read link at the top and flip through the pages of the imes.T homes.com. man; parents, Paul and Fellowship, DAV, and IFCA Louise Kinsman of Burton; International, and was a 3 sisters, Paulette Bednas former teacher at the Flint (Bob), Claudette Schro- Bible Institute. He did a lot eder, Christine Kinsman; of traveling over the years NOTICE Patricia Mrasek, several nieces and neph- and had been in all 50 Patricia Mrasek - age 80, ews. He was preceded in states and many countries CITY OF FENTON died February 15, 2013. death by his grandparents. overseas. Surviving are: BOARD OF REVIEW 2013 Services provided by Sharp The family extends many 4 children, Melba Zbik of Funeral Homes. www. thanks to the BMT Team at Citrus Heights, CA, Norma sharpfuneralhomes.com. Karmanos Cancer Center. Kirkland of Rives Junction, The City of Fenton Board of Review will meet at Fenton City Hall, 301 S. Leroy Online condolences may Dianna Alberts of Fenton, Street, Fenton, Michigan 48430, at the following times for the purpose of hearing be posted on the obituar- and Mark and wife Cynthia protests to assessed values and the review of poverty exemption applications; ies page of www.sharpfu- Albert of Mt. Morris; son- neralhomes.com. in-law, James Olah of Monday, March 4, 2013 1:00pm-4:00pm Davison; 10 grandchildren Tuesday, March 5, 2013 9:00am-12:00pm and 12 great-grandchil- Wednesday, March 6, 2013 1:00pm-4:00pm view dren; several nieces and and 6:00pm-9:00pm OBITUARIES nephews. He was also Monday, March 18, 2013 2:00pm-6:00pm Dianne Kanouse, preceded in death by his Tuesday, March 19, 2013 9:00am-12:00pm Dianne Kanouse - age 81, parents; daughter, Nancy Wednesday, March 20, 2013 1:00pm-5:00pm online died February 15, 2013. Olah; son-in-law, Don- Thursday, March 21, 2013 9:00am-1:00pm Visit Services provided by Sharp ald Kirkland; grandson, (For decisions only) Funeral Homes. www.sharp- Aaron Alberts; sister, Hazel www. funeralhomes.com. Crowder; and 2 brothers, Meetings with the Board of Review are held by appointment only. Appointments Harold and Floyd Alberts. can be made by contacting the Assessors Office at (810)629-2261, or visiting Fen- tctimes Online tributes may be ton City Hall at 301 S. Leroy Street, Fenton, Michigan 48430. .com posted on the obituaries Property Owners who reside out of the area may appeal in writing to the Board of Review. page at www.sharpfuneral- Written appeals must be received no later than 5:00pm on Tuesday, March 19, 2013. Ramona Harkness, homes.com. Ramona Harkness - age Obituaries 82, died February 15, 2013. TENTATIVE EQUALIZATION RATIO’S Services provided by Sharp CLASSIFICATION RATIO MULTIPLIER updated daily Funeral Homes. www. Commercial 55.13% 0.9070 online sharpfuneralhomes.com. Industrial 55.51% 0.9007 Residential 48.01% 1.0414 times www.tctimes.com TIMES CLASSIFIEDS Sunday, February 17, 2013 13B PAUL G. DONOHUE, M.D. SundayJumble To your Slow Cooker Recipe good health Cedar DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Will you please provide the pros and cons of using salt in the diet? Why is wa- Plank ter retention considered so bad? I am an 81-year- old man with stents in five heart arteries and one Salmon in the left carotid artery. My blood pressure is During the cold controlled with one medicine. — E.W. months, many of us give our outdoor ANSWER: What makes salt (sodium, sodium chloride) grills a rest. But that doesn’t mean you have to give a danger to health is its tendency to raise blood pres- up that woodsy flavor. All you need to do is get a sure. We need only 500 mg of salt a day, yet we take cedar plank and cut it to fit your slow cooker. The in more than five times that amount. Salt’s contribution same plank can be used over and over again. to the elevation of blood pressure is something that INGREDIENTS people can alter without resorting to medicines. Salt does contribute to fluid retention. That extra fluid finds • 1 cedar plank its way into the circulation, and blood pressure rises. • 1 1/2 lbs. salmon fillet That’s the condensed version of the salt story. High • 1/2 t. salt ANSWER KEY LOCATED IN THIS EDITION blood pressure promotes heart attacks and strokes. • 1/4 t. freshly ground black pepper • 1 lemon, sliced paw’s corner • 1 T. grainy mustard Personal hygiene issues • 2 T. maple syrup The Intelligence of Dogs • 1 T. butter stump workers • 1 t. finely minced fresh parsley DEAR AMY: There is a lady who works in DIRECTIONS our office who never washes her hands after 1. Cut plank to fit slow cooker. Using tongs to hold using the toilet. She comes out of the stall, the plank, char the plank for a couple minutes on turns the water on and off quickly so it sounds both sides over an open flame. Soak plank for 1 hour as if she is washing them. She also has a or up to overnight. very bad hygiene problem. She smells so 2. Place plank inside slow cooker. Season salmon bad that you can hardly be Amy Dickinson with salt and pepper on both sides and place on top near her. You can plainly of slow cooker. Scatter lemons on top of salmon. see that her clothing is Cook on low for 2 hours. dirty. Our human resources 3. Discard lemon. Slow-cooked salmon will always have department contacted her some white protein on surface, which is perfectly fine. agency and informed them of the situation. They were 4. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the mustard, Dogs know when you are (and supposed to have talked maple syrup and butter and melt. Pour over salmon. with her, but we have not Garnish with parsley. aren’t) paying attention. noticed any change. Do you Ask Before you leave a low-lying steak on the counter have any ideas? — Baffled Amy while you dash to the bathroom, consider this: Your at Work pet is probably sneakier than you suspect. In one DEAR BAFFLED: Your study, researchers placed treats on the floor in front manager or HR representative should do of several dogs, forbidding them to eat the food. The this privately with your co-worker and be dogs behaved as long as the person watching them compassionate and specific about what she stayed in the room-but when the treats-keeper left—the needs to do. If this co-worker doesn’t have laundry canines gobbled them up within five seconds. So no facilities where she lives, this might be a significant matter how disciplined your dog is, exercise caution in obstacle. The placement agency should be the kitchen, especially with items that could be toxic for proactive and helpful and should follow through your pet, like grapes, chocolate and raw meat. with the employee. Released this week DEAR AMY: I’m worried about my friend, “Lori.” We are both 16. She started drinking DVDs & Movies at parties when she was 12, and also smokes cigarettes and pot (as do I). If we go out she ARGO normally has already taken a couple of shots Based on true events, Argo chronicles of vodka or some other hard liquor before we the life-or-death covert operation to go. A few days ago, she told me that she had rescue six Americans, which unfolded behind the scenes of the Iran hostage downed her breakfast with some tequila. Lori crisis-the truth of which was unknown by has also mentioned her desire to experiment Keep your photos backed up the public for decades. On November 4, with heroin, cocaine and other hard drugs. I 1979, as the Iranian revolution reaches don’t know what I can do to help her without without plugging in its boiling point, militants storm the U.S. seeming like I’m judging her for her choices embassy in Tehran, taking 52 Americans hostage. But, There are several ways to make backups of your iPhone or being prudish. — Scared at 16 in the midst of the chaos, six Americans manage to slip photos without going through iTunes. The built-in away and find refuge in the home of the Canadian am- DEAR SCARED: Based on what you report it solution is Apple’s Photo Stream, which makes your bassador. Knowing it is only a matter of time before the six are found out and likely killed, a CIA “exfiltration” spe- sounds as if your friend has a full-blown alcohol last 30 days’ worth of photos available on almost any cialist named Tony Mendez (Ben Affleck) comes up with a addiction. You should do everything you can think device. Turn on Photo Stream by going to Settings > risky plan to get them safely out of the country. A plan so of to help: Express your concern to her, talk to Photos & Camera, and your photos will automatically incredible, it could only happen in the movies. R, 2 hr. a counselor at school and share your concerns show up on your other iOS devices and Macs. To access with her parents and yours, though I wonder Photo Stream on a Windows PC, you must download SINISTER Sinister is a frightening new thriller from where all of your parents are because you seem Apple’s iCloud Control Panel, which creates a Photo the producer of the Paranormal Activity to be raising yourselves. You do have to be brave Stream folder under “Favorites” in Windows Explorer. films and the writer-director of The Exor- enough not to worry about seeming judgmental. cism of Emily Rose. Ethan Hawke plays But your biggest and most important job is to take Photo Stream isn’t the only way to back up your a true crime novelist who discovers a care of yourself. I hope you will start to apply all photos. Google+ and Dropbox can automatically box of mysterious, disturbing home movies that plunge his family into a of your ample intelligence and good judgment to upload new photos every time you use their respective nightmarish experience of supernatural your own life. apps, so you’ll always have online copies available from horror. R, 1 hr. 49 min. any Internet-connected device. 14BSUNDAY, Sunday, FEBRUARY February 17, 2013 17, 2013 TIMES CLASSIFIEDS www.tctimes.comPAGE 14B

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PUBLISHED in the Tri- preference, limitation, or Michigan in Fenton has County Times are subject to discrimination based on race, REQUIREMENTS - Duties for this position may include: immediate openings approval before publication. color, religion or national • Current MI License for RN for Commercial Lines We reserve the right to edit, origin, or an intention to • 2-3 Years experience in management and in LTC and Employee Benefits refuse, reject or cancel any make any such preference, • Implements new plans and/or policies for the Nursing Producers. License ad at any time. limitation or discrimination. required. Salary, This newspaper will not Dept. and monitors the progress of the implementation commission, training, knowingly accept any • Evaluates all nurses and promotes good rapport among benefits. Send resume to Furniture advertising for real estate nursing personnel, medical staff, therapy staff, [email protected]. which is in violation of the residents, family members and visitors Sales HOLLY WATER TOWER law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings • Assists in the development of criteria and standards AUCTIONS • Excellent Salary advertised in this newspaper for measuring the quality of health care. LOOKING FOR A • Bonus Commissions 310 S. Broad St., Holly. are available on an equal • SPIFF Money 248-634-3500. 1st opportunity basis. MUST HAVE: NEW CAREER? Anniversary Auction, Join us for information • Selling the finest furniture • Licensed R.N. with previous management experience in Friday, February 22nd at about a Real Estate Career. in Michigan a long term care facility. 6p.m. Great collection of • Fast growing company with Manufactured • Knowledge of State and Federal Regulations. CAREER INFORMATION animal mounts, hunting/ Homes SESSIONS lots of opportunity 17 outdoor, coins/silver, • Have outstanding written / verbal / organizational skills FEBRUARY 21 • Must be outgoing and motivated • Proficient in MS OFFICE 6 pm Start Time for All Sessions wood working tools, to succeed and willing to learn sports cards, glass, BRAND NEW HOMES. Free 120 N. Leroy St., For confidential interview, crystal, furniture, much rent until April 1st, 2013. 3 and Fenton please call Rod Willey at more! To see photos go 4 bedroom homes starting Professionals at $899. Hartland schools. Call Today to Reserve Your Spot (810) 629-0650. to Auctionzip.com Long Term/Skilled Nursing Care Facility 810.629.2220 (ID-29311). Call Sun Homes at Cider Mill Crossings, 888-903-3314. Offer expires 2/28/13. Located off US/23 and Clyde Rd. Fenton, We have openings in our beautiful Assisted Living facility for part time UNIT MANAGER: MI. www.cidermillcrossings. Guest Assistants afternoon & midnight shifts only. Caretel Inns of Linden is currently seeking an RN Unit Manager. com. EHO. DUTIES will include providing daily care, meal prep and medication administra- The primary purpose of the Unit Manager is to direct nursing care tion to elderly residents. Prior experience is preferred, but we will consider training to the residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by staff nurses and nursing assistants. Such supervi- Industrial the right candidate if you have customer service experience. sion must be in accordance with current federal, state and local 19 This job requires a high school diploma and 1 year of experience. standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility. • Must posses current, active license to practice as Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) COMMERCIAL an RN in Michigan PROPERTY for lease. (Part time midnight shift only). Must have certification from the State of Michi- • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Light industrial Building- gan as a nurse aide and worked with the elderly in long term care environment. • Bachelors Degree in Nursing is desired, but not necessary Space #1-3000 SF or • 1-3 years of management experience with LTC / SNF and Space #2-8200 SF. Apply in person at 202 S. Bridge Street, Linden, MI 48451 - OR - enjoy working with the elderly. Amenities: Office space send resume to [email protected] included, 16’ overhead Apply in person at 202 S. Bridge Street, Linden, MI 48451 door, A/C in shop, - OR - send resume to [email protected] Northern Oakland County, off Dixie Hwy., minutes from I-75/E Holly Rd (Exit 98). Call for more information, Long Term/Skilled Nursing Care Facility Long Term/Skilled Nursing Care Facility 810- 444-1380. www.tctimes.com TIMES CLASSIFIEDS Sunday, February 17, 2013 15B

Commercial Rooms/ Rooms/ Apartments Apartments For Rent/Sale 20 For Rent 23 For Rent 23 NOTICE TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY 7,000 SQUARE FEET of PINEHURST APARTMENTS UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT warehousing or storage space. 9087 Harper St., Linden, MI OWNERS OF GROVELAND TOWNSHIP Located in Fenton Industrial 48451. Apartments available - 2 Park. $2,500 monthly rent. bedroom, 1 bath. $500/month. FREE 2013 * 10,000 pound Hi-Lo service We accept Section 8. Security available on site. Contact Hugh deposit negotiable. Call Sam, MONTH BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING with 12 month lease. Harroun, 810-629-9885, 1111 586-823-9952. Fenway Circle, Fenton, MI. 1 & 2 Bedroom The Board of Review of the Township of Groveland will meet at the GROVELAND private entry TOWNSHIP HALL, 4695 Grange Hall Road, Holly, Michigan, Upper Level, for the Real Estate apartments. purpose of reviewing the assessment roll and hearing any objections thereof, at For Rent Heat & Water Paid the following dates and time: 21 On site laundry, central air, Senior Living pool, picnic areas and HOLLY SCHOOLS, 2 bedroom, Beyond Compare! we are pet friendly. Tuesday, March 5, 2013 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM possible 3rd in basement. 970 Quiet area yet close to everything! sq. ft. $650/month plus security • 24/7 Personal & Skilled Care Services Monday, March 11, 2013 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM deposit. No pets. 248-917- CRESTVIEW 7067. • Activities Galore APARTMENTS 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM • Pet Friendly FENTON AREA TOWNHOUSE 810-629-7653 apartment. Sparkling 2 • Transportation 201 Trealout Dr. • Fenton Wednesday, March 13, 2013 1:00 PM to 4:30PM bedroom/2 bath. Appliances, • Entertainment *Call for further details! 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM water/softner/trash. Laundry • Barber/Beauty Salon hook up, snow/lawn care. You’re going to love it here! $720/month. No smoking/pets. Additional days will be scheduled, if necessary, to give everyone an opportunity to Offering Special. 727-289-8114. It’s time to make that move, LINDEN - 1 BEDROOM, appeal their assessment. right into our gorgeous dishwasher. Quiet subdivision 2 bedroom apartment on private lake. No pets. $475. Property owners may file their protests by letter provided they are received at the Office/Retail available now! 810-923-0274. Township Hall by Monday March 4, 2013. 22 Come visit our community to receive a FREE GIFT! For those wishing to protest in person, please schedule an appointment by calling: LAKE WINDS PLAZA 16300 Silver Parkway • Fenton South of Silver Lake Road in Fenton OAKLAND COUNTY EQUALZATION DIVISION in Fenton - 2 separate apartments desirable units (888) 320-9507 248-975-9611 available. New carpet, TTY 800-649-3777 Where the just painted, 1 unit is www.lockwoodseniorliving.com “WHOLE” If you have any questions regarding the above notice, please feel free to Pack is 1,340 sq. ft. the other Mon-Fri 9-5 • Sat 10-4 Welcome! call GROVELAND TOWNSHIP OFFICE during regular business hours at unit is 1,080 sq. ft. (248)634-4152. These units can be BRAND NEW HOMES. Free rented separately or rent until April 1st, 2013. 3 and combined for a square ROBERT DEPALMA, SUPERVISOR 4 bedroom homes starting footage of 2,420 sq. at $899. Hartland schools. Groveland Township ft. Get the Best rate in Call Sun Homes at Cider Mill town! Great parking, Free Heat Crossings, 888-703-6652. Offer no NNN, brokers expires 2/28/13. Located off protected. & Hot Water US/23 and Clyde Rd. Fenton, Limited Availability Call 248-884-8167. MI. www.cidermillcrossings. • Select Unit Specials 2013 com. EHO. • Pets Welcome VARIOUS ROOMS and suites. • Sparkling Interiors BOARD OF REVIEW NOTICE North Towne Professional • Lake Fenton Schools Centre, 810-714-3103. ROSE TOWNSHIP Pre-Payment is NOTICE OF ERROR - It is the required for all 9080 Mason St responsibility of the advertiser private party ads to check the correctness Holly, Michigan 48442 of each insertion of an Visa and Mastercard Call apartments advertisement. The Tri-County accepted Today! MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING SCHEDULE Times will not be responsible for more than one incorrect 810-629-5333 The 2013 Rose Township Board of Review insertion and for only that 200 Trealout Drive will be held at the portion that may have been (In Fenton, off North Leroy) rendered valueless by an error. Monday-Friday 10-5 • Sat. by appt. Rose Township Offices, 9080 Mason Street, Holly, Michigan For Classifieds Call Professionally managed by MRD on the following dates and times: fentonestates@ Read Then Recycle 810 629-8194 mrdapartments.com March 5, 2013 - 2:00 pm Organizational Meeting

TYRONE TOWNSHIP Appointments will begin on: PUBLIC NOTICE March 7, 2013 9:00 am – 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm March 11, 2013 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Notice is hereby given of a public hearing to be held on Monday, March 4, 2013 by March 13, 2013 9:00 am – 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm the Tyrone Township Zoning Board of Appeals at the Tyrone Township Hall, 10408 Center Road, Fenton, Michigan, at 7:30 p.m., to consider the following variance FOR AN APPOINTMENT, PLEASE CAll OAKLAND COUNTY applications: EQUALIZATION DIVISION, APPEAL NO. 1: Ref. Tyrone Township Zoning Ordinance No. 36 – Sections 20.01 TOLL FREE, 1-888-350-0900, EXTENSION 81864 (Table of Schedule of Regulations) OR (248) 858-1864. APPEARANCES BEFORE THE BOARD OF REVIEW A variance request by Greg and Janet Holliday for a 10-foot north side yard set- ARE LIMITED TO 15 MINUTES. back variance and a 10-foot south side yard setback variance in order to build a PROPERTY OWNERS MAY APPEAL BY MAIL new house and attached garage on vacant property located on Ledgewood Drive, IF RECEIVED BY 4:00PM MARCH 13, 2013 (TAX CODE # 4704-30-202-029), currently owned by Denis and Susan White. The sale of this property is contingent upon the Zoning Board granting the applicant the two variances they are requesting. All agents protesting values on property other than their own MUST have written authorization from each property owner Additional information, legal descriptions and location maps are available at the they are representing. Tyrone Township Clerk’s Office, 10408 Center Road, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services Handicapped persons needing assistance to attend the meeting are asked should contact the Tyrone Township Clerk, at (810) 629-8631, at least seven days to contact the Rose Township Clerk (248) 634-8701 prior to the meeting. at least 72 hours prior to the meeting.

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Rooms/ Legal Apartments Misc. OPEN SUNDAY, For Rent 23 Wanted 27 Notices 82 FEB. 17TH • 1PM - 4PM TURN YOUR SCRAP STEEL FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm 8469 Carole Lane, Fenton is a debt collector attempting to collect into cash. Scrap and vehicles APP 3 BR, 2.5 bath home with 2500 a debt. Any information obtained will accepted! Certified scales. be used for this purpose. If you are in sq. ft. situated on over 3 acres! Will pay $5 over scale price the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE CENTER Library could be possible 4th $169,900 with this ad. WE NOW OFFER SALE - Default has been made in the br. Living room remodel has conditions of a certain mortgage made MISCELLANEOUS SCRAP by: David Steiner, a single man and just been completed, including PICK UP SERVICE. We also Susan M. Miller, a single woman to beautiful fireplace, carpet, and Lender LTD, Mortgagee, dated July 26, fresh paint. HUGE back deck is an carry a full range of new and 2006 and recorded August 11, 2006 in The good life is Instrument #2006R-015581 and modified understatement. Large pole barn is used automotive parts. Bridge by agreement dated March 28, 2008 and 64x32, 2.5 car garage. New stone waiting for you! Lake Auto and Truck Parts Inc., recorded June 23, 2008 in Instrument # 2008R-019796 Livingston County fireplace. 3 fireplaces. Private drive! • Full sized washer and 9406 Dixie Hwy., Clarkston, MI. Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was 248-625-5050. Monday-Friday, assigned through mesne assignments dryer in EVERY home to: Well s Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee • FREE water, sewer and 9-5:30p.m., Saturday, 9-2p.m. for Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2 Christine Stamos 007-1 Asset-Backed Certificates, Series trash removal www.bridgelakeautoparts.com. 2007-1, by assignment dated August 1, SCAN QR CODE ABOVE FOR Professionals • ½ Mile to Silver Lake See us on facebook. 2007 and recorded August 30, 2007 in FREE DOWNLOADS TO: 810-569-9808 120 N. Leroy St. Fenton Instrument # 2007R-029643 on which Beach and shopping mortgage there is claimed to be due • Private balcony or patio at the date hereof the sum of Ninety www.coldwellbankerprofessionals.net Thousand Twenty-Nine Dollars and Six TIMES ONLINE • Pet friendly Firewood Cents ($90,029.06) including interest MOBILE SITE • Professional Management 5% per annum. Under the power of 74 sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said Get a WAIVED SEASONED MIXED mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of APPLICATION FEE the mortgaged premises, or some part of hardwoods, south of Fenton. them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of with mention of this ad! Livingston County at 10:00AM on March Picked up $50/face cord. Call 20, 2013 Said premises are situated in 313-938-9237. Township of Putnam, Livingston County CALL TODAY , Michigan, and a re described as: Lots Sweetheart of a deal to reserve your next home and 77 and 78, Patterson Lakewoods No. 1, LOCAL COUPONS inquire about other specials! as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 45, Livingston County Records. Also All that 1 MONTH 3800 Arbor Drive, Fenton part of Outlot 1 of Patterson Lakewoods 810-750-2099 No. 1, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats, Page 45, Livingston County Records, described [email protected] as follows: Beginning at the Northeast- lockwoodcompanies.com erly corner of Lot 77 of said Subdivision; thence North 47 degrees 52 minutes West FREE along the lot lines of Lots 77 and 78 of said Subdivision, 100 feet to the Northwesterly corner of said Lot 78, thence North 42 Misc. degrees 21 minutes 30 seconds East THINGS TO DO WHEN along the Northwesterly line of Lot 78, BUSINESSES For Sale extended to the water’ s edge of 26 YOU HAVE LOST OR Patterson Lake; thence Southeasterly along the water’s edge to a point of FOUND A PET. intersection with the South-easterly line 3512 Grange Hall Rd. Holly TRI-COUNTY TIMES PHOTOS 1. Place an ad in the of Lot 77 extended to the water’s edge; - Any staff photo published thence South 42 degrees 21 minutes 30 www.dhsmgt.com Tri-County Times, seconds West along the Southeasterly in the Tri-County Times can line of Lot 77 extended to the point of 810-629-8194. be purchased by calling 810- beginning. Commonly known as 11666 2. Call your local vets. Patterson Lake Dr, Pinckney MI 48169- 248-634-8361 433-6797. 9750 The redemption period shall be 6 3. Register with months from the date of such sale, unless deter-mined abandoned in accordance Adopt-A-Pet, with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, 810-629-0723. in which case the redemption period shall Misc. be 30 days from the date of such sale, or LEGALNOTICE Wanted 4. Check out previous lost upon the expiration of the notice required 27 by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later; and found pets on the or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the GROVELAND TOWNSHIP classified section of our property is sold at foreclosure sale under ALL SCRAP metals picked Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature website at Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, up including appliances. We the borrower will be held responsible 5. Make posters to the person who buys the property buy scrap cars/trucks, farm 6. Call all veterinary clinics at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to equipment/motor homes. 810- the mortgage holder for damaging the 7. Visit all local dog pounds property during the redemption period. 730-7514, 810-449-0045. and animal shelters Dated: 2/17/2013 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee for O ption One Mortgage Loan I NEED your scrap metal, 8. Utilize Social Networking Trust 2 007-1 Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-1, Assignee of Mortgagee washers, dryers, water heaters, Sites Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester furnaces, aluminum, copper DON’T GIVE UP! 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Legal Legal Legal TYRONE TOWNSHIP Notices 82 Notices 82 Notices 82 2013 BOARD OF REVIEW FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm PUBLIC NOTICE a debt collector attempting to collect is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will a debt. Any information obtained will LIEN SALE be used for this purpose. If you are be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our The 2013 Board of Review will be held at the Tyrone Township Hall, located at rd in the Military, please contact our Feb. 23 , 2013 office at the number listed below. 10408 Center Road, Fenton, MI 48430 on the following dates and times: MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been office at the number listed below. made in the conditions of a certain MORTGAGE SALE - Default has at 11:00am mortgage made by: Erin Barger , a been made in the conditions of a TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2013 Organizational Meeting 10:00 am — by sealed bid — single woman, and Phillip Bunting, A certain mortgage made by: Norma Single Man to Mortgage Electronic J. Gosciniak, a Single Person to Christine Johnson...... BO 56 Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee Guardian Morgage Company, Inc., MONDAY, MARCH 11, 2013 9:00 am -12:00 pm., 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Misc. Household for FMF Capital, LLC, its successors and Mortgagee, dated September 3, 2003 April Hash...... BO 49 assigns, Mortgagee, dated November and recorded September 3 0, 2003 22, 2006 and recorded January 26, TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 2013 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm., 6:00 pm - 9:00pm Misc. Household in Instrument # 20030930 0131874 2007 in Instrument # 200701260006325 Genesee County Records, Michigan. Jason Schinettler...... BO 60 Genesee County Records, Michigan. on which mortgage t here is claimed Please call (810) 629-8631 (ext. 216) for a recommended appointment. Letters of Misc. Household Said mortgage was assigned to: Spartan to be due at the date hereof the sum Equities High Yield Fund I, LLC, by appeal will be accepted and must be received by 9:00 pm. on March 12, 2013. of Fifty Thousand Eight Hundred A minimum bid will be required. assignment dated September 17, Fifty-Eight Dollars and Twenty-One 2012 and recorded January 17, 2013 No faxes or emails will be accepted. Cents ($50,858.21) including interest in Instrument # 201301170004222 on Units will be open for inspection 5% per annum. Under the power of which mortgage there is claimed to on Saturday, 2/23/13 at be due at the date hereof the sum of sale contained in said mortgage and AGRICULTURAL COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTAL PERSONAL 8:00am until time of sale. One Hundred Sixty-Six Thousand Five the statute in such case mad e and Hundred Thirty-Three Dollars and Sixty- provided, notice is hereby given that Tentative FOR INFORMATION CALL Two Cents ($166,533.62) including said mortgage will be foreclosed by 51.61 48.88 56.59 47.97 49.63 50.00 Ratio interest 3.31% per annum. Under the a sale of the mortgaged premises, or THE power of sale contained in said mortgage some part of them, at public vendue, Tentative STORAGE DEPOT and the statute in such case made and Circuit Court of Genesee County at .9688 1.0229 0..8835 1.0423 1.0075 1.00000 provided, notice is hereby given that said 10:00AM on March 6, 2013 Said Factor 200 Elm St. - Holly mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale premises are situated in City of Flint, of the mortgaged premises, or some Genesee County , Michigan, and 248-634-2711 part of them, at public vendue, Circuit are described as: Lot 289, Cathy Final expected ratios are: Tentative Ratio 50%, Tentative Factor 1.00 Court of Genesee County at 10:00AM Plat No. 2, according to the recorded on March 20, 2013 Said premises are Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 32 situated in City of Burton, Genesee of Plats, Page 24. Commonly known Bruce Little, Tyrone Township Assessor County , Michigan, and are described FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm as 3719 Maryland Avenue, Flint MI as: Lot(s) 115, Meadowcroft Estates is a debt collector attempting to collect 48506 The redemption period shall a debt. Any information obtained will be Number 4, according to the recorded plat be 6 mo nths from the date of such used for this purpose. If you are in the thereof, as recorded in Liber 53 of Plats, sale, unless determined abandoned Military, please contact our office at the Page 22, Genesee County Records. in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or KING number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE Commonly known as 4374 Chicory Ln, - Default has been made in the conditions Burton MI 48519 The redemption period MCL 600.3241a, in which case the FEATURES SuperCrossword shall be 6 months from the date of such redemption period shall be 30 days of a certain mortgage made by: Edmund Ojenus and Alice Ojenus, Husband and sale, unless determined abandoned from the date of such sale, or upon Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or the expiration of the notice required Systems, Inc., as nominee for Novastar MCL 600.3241a, in which case the by MCL 600.3241a( c), whichever is Mortgage, Inc., its successors and redemption period shall be 30 days later; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) assigns, Mortgagee, dated December from the date of such sale, or up on applies. If the property is sold at 18, 2002 and recorded January 7, 2003 the expiration of the notice required by foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 in Instrument # 200301070002588 and MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later; or of the Revised Judicature Act of partial release of mortgage dated August unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the 18, 2005 and recorded August 26, 2005 property is sold at foreclosure sale under borrower will be held responsible to in Instrument # 200508260085221 Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature the person who buys the property at Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, Genesee County Records, Michigan the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the borrower will be held responsible Said mortgage was assigned through the mortgage holder for damaging to the person who buys the property mesne assignments to: Wells Fargo the property during the redemption Bank, N.A., as Trustee for Option One at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to period. Dated: 2/03/2013 Guardian Mortgage Loan Trust 2003-3, Asset- the mortgage holder for damaging the Mortgage Company, Inc. Mortgagee Backed Certificates, Series 2003-3, property during the redemption period. Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, by assignment dated February 18, Dated: 2/17/2013 Spartan Equities High 2010 and recorded March 17, 2010 Yield Fund I, LLC Assignee of Mortgagee P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 in Instrument # 201003170028670 on Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) which mortgage there is claimed to be 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester 844-5123 Our File No: 12-73657 due at the date hereof the sum of One Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File Ad #45110 02/03, 02/10, 02/17, Hundred Forty-Two Thousand Nine No: 13-75843 Ad #45539 02/17, 02/24, 02/24/2013 Hundred Eighty-Four Dollars and Eight 03/03, 03/10/2013 Cents ($142,984.08) including interest 9.875% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firmis the statute in such case made and debt collector attempting to collect a debt. a debt collector attempting to collect provided, notice is hereby given that said Any information obtained will be used for a debt. Any information obtained will mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of this purpose. If you are in the Military, be used for this purpose. If you are please contact our office at the number the mortgaged premises, or some part of in the Military, please contact our listed below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default office at the number listed below. them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of has been made in the conditions of a Genesee County at 10:00AM on March MORTGAGE SALE - Default has certain mortgage made by: Charles E. been made in the conditions of a 6, 2013 Said premises are situated in Anderson aka Charles Leroy Anderson certain mortgage made by: Jayne Township of Davison, Genesee County, aka Charles Anderson and Cheryl A. A. Jones-Conrad, a Single Woman Michigan, and are described as: Two Anderson, His Wife, as Joint Tenants to Mortgage Electronic Registration to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, acres of land in Section 15, Township Systems, Inc. as nominee for GMAC 7 North Range 8 East, described as a Mortgagee, dated March 3, 2005 and recorded March 14, 2005 in Instrument Bank its successors and assigns, strip of land on the East line of the West Mortgagee, dated March 19, 2003 and half of the Northeast quarter of Section # 200503140029989 Genesee County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was recorded March 27, 2003 in Instrument 15, commencing at the center of the assigned to: Deutsche Bank National # 2003032 70047026 Genesee County Wagon Road known as the old railroad; Trust Company, as Trustee , in Trust for Records, Michigan. Said mortgage thence running south 8 rods in width far the Registered Holders of Ameriquest was assigned to: Nationstar Mortgage, enough to make two acres. This land is Mortgage Securities, Inc., Asset-Backed LLC, by assignment dated October 4, described on the Genesee County Tax Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005- 2012 and recorded October 11, 2012 Rolls as The East 8 rods of the North 40 R4, by assignment dated August 7, in Instrument # 201210110077498 on rods of that part of the West one-half of 2008 and recorded August 19, 2008 in which mortgage there is claimed to the Northeast one-quarter lying South Instrument # 200808190060160 and by be due at the dat e hereof the sum of Lapeer Rd. Section 15, Township 7 assignment dated January 15, 2009 and of Seventy-Three Thousand Nine North, Range 8 East. Except part of the recorded February 18, 2009 in Instrument Hundred Eighteen Dollars and Thirty- # 200902180008093 and subsequently Nine Cents ($73,918.39) including Northeast one-quarter of Section 15, re-recorded on which mortgage there Town 7 North, Range 8 East, Davison is claimed to be due at the date hereof interest 6.375% per annum. Under Township, Genesee County, Michigan, the sum of Sixty-Five Thousand Seven the power of sale contained in said described as: Beginning at a point that is Hundred Sixty-Eight Dollars and Eighty- mortgage and the statute in such South 840.10 feet and South 78 degrees Two Cents ($65,768.82) including interest case made and provided, notice is 30 minutes West, 1183.83 feet and South 2% per annum. Under the power of sale he reby given that said mortgage 01 degrees 58 minutes East, 224.64 feet contained in said mortgage and the will be foreclosed by a sale of the and South 78 degrees 30 minutes West, statute in such case made and provided, mortgaged premises, or some part of 159.26 feet from the Northeast corner of notice is hereby given that said mortgage them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Section 15; thence South 01 degrees 58 will be foreclosed by a sale of the mort- Genesee County at 10:00AM on March gaged premises, or some part of them, minutes East, 435.36 feet; thence South 6, 2013 Said premises are situated at public venue, Circuit Court of Genesee in City of Flint, Genesee County , 78 degrees 30 minutes West, 25.64 feet; County at 10:00AM on March 13, 2013 Michigan, and are described as: Lot thence North 0 degrees 03 minutes 02 Said premises are situated in City of 177 except the East 1 foot and the seconds East, 438.22 feet; thence North Burton, Genesee County , Michigan, East 1 foot of Lot 178 of Cathy Plat, 78 degrees 30 minutes East, 10.0 feet and are described as: Lot 15 of Crago according to the recorded plat thereof, Gardens, according to the recorded plat to the point of beginning Commonly as recorded in Plat Liber 24, Page 22, known as 10394 Lapeer Rd, Davison MI thereof, as recorded in Plat Liber 10, Page 14, Genesee County Records. Genesee County Records. Commonly 48423 The redemption period shall be 6 known as 3729 Beechwood Ave, Flint months from the date of such sale, unless Commonly known as 2078 Morrish St, Burton MI 48519 The redemption period MI 48506 The redemption period shall determined abandoned in accordance shall be 6 months from the date of such be 6 months from the date of such with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, sale, unless determined abandoned in sale, unless determined abandoned in which case the redemption period shall accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 600.3241a, in which case the redemption MCL 600.3241a, in which case the upon the expiration of the notice required period shall be 30 days from the date of redemption period shall be 30 days by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later; such sale, or upon the expiration of the from the date of such sale, or upon or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), the expiration o f the notice required property is sold at foreclosure sale under whichever is later; or unless MCL by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature 600.3240(17) applies. If the property is later; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter applies. If the property is sold at 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of the borrower will be held responsible foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, to the person who buys the property will be held responsible to the person under MCL 600.3278, the borrower at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to who buys the property at the mortgage the mortgage holder for damaging the foreclosure sale or to the mortgage will be held responsibl e to the person property during the redemption period. holder for damaging the property during who buys the property at the mortgage Dated: 2/3/2013 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., the redemption period. Dated: 2/10/2013 foreclosure sale or to the mortgage as Trustee for Option One Mortgage Loan Deut sche Bank National Trust Company, holder for damaging the property Trust 2003-3, Asset-Backed Certificates, as Trustee for Ameriquest Mortgage during the redemption period. Dated: Series 2003-3 Assignee of Mortgagee Securities, Inc., Asset-Backed Pass- 2/03/2013 Nationstar Mortgage, LLC Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. Through Certificates, Series 2005-R4, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: No: 12-74910 Ad #45108 02/03, 02/10, (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 13-75419 Ad 12-68362 Ad #45114 02/03, 02/10, ANSWER KEY LOCATED IN THIS EDITION 02/17, 02/24/2013 #45286 02/10, 02/17, 02/24, 03/03/2013 02/17, 02/24/2013 www.tctimes.com TIMES CLASSIFIEDS Sunday, February 17, 2013 19B

FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm TRI-COUNTY Legal Legal is a debt collector attempting to collect Notices Notices a debt. Any information obtained will 82 82 be used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm FORECLOSURE NOTICE In the event SALE - Default has been made in the this property is claimed as a principal is a debt collector attempting to collect conditions of a certain mortgage made residence exempt from tax under section a debt. Any information obtained will by: Mark T . Paris and Janice M. Paris, 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic servicedirectory be used for this purpose. If you are PA 206, MCL .7cc please contact our Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for in the Military, please contact our office at (248) 844-5123. This firm is a debt Mortgage Planners, Inc. its successors office at the number listed below. collector attempting to collect a debt. Any and assigns, Mortgagee, dated October MORTGAGE SALE - Default has information obtained will be used for this 5, 2004 and recorded February 10, 2005 pur-pose. If you are in the Military, please Automotive Home been made in the conditions of a in Liber 4713 Page 756 Livingston County Organizer contact our office at the number listed certain mortgage made by: Mark Repair Renovations below. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was D. Stephens, married and Jill K. been made in the conditions of a certain assigned to: Everbank, by assignment Stephens, his wife to Guardian mortgage made by: Randy McCormick dated February 6, 2012 and recorded Mortgage Company, Inc., Mortgagee, and Betty McCormick, Husband and February 14, 2012 in Instrument # FOR A STRESS FREE dated November 29, 2004 and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration 2012R-004429 on which mortgage there BRIDGE LAKE recorded December 14, 2004 in Systems, Inc., as nominee for Taylor, is claimed to be due a t the date hereof HOME REMODEL OR REPAIR the sum of One Hundred Ninety-Two Instrument # 200412140124216 Bean & Whitaker Mortgage Corp, its AUTO REPAIR successors and assigns, Mortgagee, Thousand Two Hundred Fifty-Five Dollars Genesee County Records, Michigan. CALL DAVE... dated January 2, 2007 and recorded and Nine Cents ($192,255.09) including & TOWING Can your soul be at rest on which mortgage there is claimed January 11, 2007 in Instrument # interest 4.625% per annum. Under the Always punctual, to be due at the date hereof the sum 2007011100029 17 Genesee County power of sale contained in said mortgage NAPA Center • ASE Certified Technicians fully accessible experienced builder when your house is a mess? of Fifty-Six Thousand Four Hundred Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was and the statute in such case made and Full Service Repair Will go over every step of Basements • Garage • Closets Four Dollars and Thirteen Cents assigned to: The Bank of New York provided, notice is hereby given that said Office • Kitchen • Moving your project from start to finish Cleaning as we organize! ($56,404.13) including interest 5.75 Mellon, as Trustee for TBW Mortgage mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of Many references available % per annum. Under the power of -Backed Trust 2007-1, Mortgage Pass- the mortgaged premises, or some part % CALL RANDY & SUSAN Through Certificates, Series 2007-1, sale contained in said mortgage and of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court 10 off Labor DAVE’S HOME 810-845-5660 • 810-629-5101 by assignment dated January 22, 2013 of Livingston County at 10:00AM on $50 and up with this ad. Free Estimate • Same Day Call Back the statut e in such case made and and subsequently recorded in Genesee MAINTENANCE & Insured And Bonded provided, notice is hereby given that March 6, 2013 Said premises are situated County Records on which mortgage there in Township of Deerfield, Livingston said mortgage will be foreclosed by REMODELING is claimed to be due at the date hereof County , Michigan, and are described 248-625-5050 the sum of Forty-Four Thousand Eight 9406 Dixie Hwy. Clarkston, MI 48348 a sale of the mortgaged premises, or as: PARCELC-2: Part of the Northeast some part of them, at public vendue, Hundred Two Dollars and Eighty-Six (1 mile north of I-75) 989-980-1792 one quarter of Section 16, Town 4 North, Licensed Builder & Fully Insured www. .com Circuit Court of Genesee County at Cents ($44,802.86) including interest Mon. - Fri. 9-5:30pm • Sat. 9-2pm tctimes 7.375% per annum. Under the power Range 5 East, Township of Deerfield, 10:00AM on March 6, 2013 Said of sale contained in sa id mortgage Livingston County, Michigan, described premises are situated in City of and the statute in such case made and as: Commencing at the North one quarter Flint, Genesee County , Michigan, provided, notice is hereby given that said corner of S ection 16; thence South 00 Building BY TRIBUNE MEDIA and are described as: Lot 103 of mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of degrees 02 minutes 26 seconds East Dearborn Manor No. 1, according to the mortgaged premises, or some part of along the North and South one quarter the recorded plat thereof as recorded them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of line of Section 16 a distance of 1288.53 in Plat Book 25, Pages 1-2, Genesee Genesee County at 10:00AM on March feet; thence along the centerline of a 66.00 SundaySudoku 13, 2013 . Said premises are situated in foot wide ingress and egress easement County Records. Commonly known Eagle Valley Builders LLC City of Flint, Genesee County , Michigan, the following seven course; Sou t h 89 as 3208 Comanche Avenue, Flint MI and are described as: Lot 63 and the East degrees 53 minutes 32 seconds East REMODELING 48507 The redemption period shall 2 and one half feet of Lot 62 of Columbia 47.00 feet and a curve to the right having be 6 months from the date of such Heights, according to the Plat thereof a radius of 297.01 feet; a central angle of Replacement Windows sale, unless determined abandoned as Re-corded in Liber 4 of Plats, Page 22 degrees 56 minutes 42 seconds and Roofing • Siding in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or 10, Genesee County Commonly known a chord bearing and distance of South MCL 600.3241a, in which case the as 2002 Dakota, Flint MI 48506 The 78 degrees 25 minutes 11 seconds East Painting • Drywall redemption period shall be 6 months from 118.15 feet and on a reverse curve to redemption period shall be 30 days the date of such sale, unless deter-mined Flooring • Decks from the date of such sale, or upon the left having a radius of 297.01 feet a abandoned in accordance with MCL Additions Licensed the expirati on of the notice required central angle of 22 degrees 56 minutes and 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which Insured by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is case the redemption period shall be 30 42 seconds and a chord bearing and No Job Too Small distance of South 78 degrees 25 minutes later; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by 11 seconds East 118.15 feet and South 89 248-245-8642 applies. If the property is sold at degrees 53 minutes 32 seconds East 261. foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the 54 feet and on a curve to the left having of the Revised Judicature Act of property is sold at foreclosure sale under a radius of 250.00 feet, a central angle of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature 21 degrees 47 minutes 58 seconds and borrower will be held respon sible to Act of 1961, under MCL 60 0.3278, a chord bearing and distance of North D.E. Schultz the person who buys the property at the borrower will be held responsible 79 degrees 12 minutes 29 seconds East Builder the mortgage foreclosure sale or to to the person who buys the property 94.54 feet and on a reverse curve to the the mortgage holder for damaging at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to right having a ra dius of 250.00 feet, a the property during the redemption the mortgage holder for damaging the central angle of 21 degrees 47 minutes Home renovations; property during the redemption period. period. Dated: 2/03/2013 Guardian 58 seconds and a chord bearing and Dated: 2/10/2013 The Bank of New York distance of North 79 degrees 12 minutes specializing in kitchens, Mortgage Company, Inc. Mortgagee Mellon, as Trustee for TBW Mortgage 29 seconds East 94.54 feet and South Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, -Backed Trust 2007-1, Mortgage Pass- 89 degrees 53 minutes 32 seconds East baths, and basement P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Through Certificates, Series 2007-1 322.67 feet to the point of beginning of th remodeling Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: i s description; thence continuing along 844-5123 Our File No: 12-73837 Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South the centerline of said ingress and egress Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 Ad #45111 02/03, 02/10, 02/17, easement South 89 degrees 53 minutes (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 12-75174 Ad GUARANTEED 02/24/2013 #45296 02/10, 02/17, 02/24, 03/03/2013 32 seconds East 499.82 feet; thence leaving said easement centerline South Licensed & Insured 00 degrees 02 minutes 26 seconds East 435.76 feet; thence Nort h 89 degrees 53 FREE ESTIMATES ANSWER KEY LOCATED IN THIS EDITION FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is minutes 32 seconds West 499.82 feet; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 26 750-9579 a debt collector attempting to collect a a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be seconds West 435.76 feet to the Point of debt. Any information obtained will be Beginning. Subject to and having the use used for this purpose. If you are in the used for this purpose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the of a 66.00 foot wide ingress and egress Military, please contact our office at the Electrical number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE easement lying 33.00 feet on each side PUZZLE ANSWER KEYS - Default has been made in the conditions number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE of t h e following centerline description of a certain mortgage made by: Steven - Default has been made in the conditions as follows: Commencing at the North King Crossword, Wednesday Jumble, Wednesday K. Crane, A Single Person to Guardian of a certain mortgage made by: Matthew one quarter corner of said Section 16; thence South 00 degrees 02 minutes 26 Sudoku puzzles are located in last Wednesday’s Mortgage Company, Inc., Mortgagee, J. Johns, a Single man to Mortgage seconds East 1288.53 feet to the point dated August 27, 2003 and recorded issue. All other puzzles are throughout this edition. Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. of beginning; thence South 89 degrees September 2, 2003 in Instrument # as nominee for Destination Home, LLC 53 minutes 32 seconds East 47. 0 0 feet; 200309020118397 G enesee County its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, thence on a curve to the right having a Records, Michigan on which mortgage radius of 297.01 feet a central angle of there is claimed to be due at the date dated November 13, 2008 and recorded SUPER CROSSWORD KING CROSSWORD 22 degrees 58 minutes 42 seconds and hereof the sum of Thirty-Eight Thousand November 19, 2008 in Instrument # ANSWERS ANSWERS a chord bearing and distance South 78 Seven Hundred Forty-Five Dollars 200811190077363 Genesee County degrees 25 minutes 11 seconds East and Two Cents ($38,745.02) including Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was 118.15 feet; thence on a reverse curve interest 4.75% per annum. Under the assigned to: Everbank, by assignment to the left havin g a radius of 297.01 feet power of sale contained in said mortgage dated January 3, 2013 and recorded a central angle of 22 degrees 58 minutes and the statute in such case made and January 4, 2013 in Instrument # 42 seconds and a chord bearing and provided, notice is hereby given that said 201301040000854 on which mortgage distance South of 78 degrees 25 minutes mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of 11 seconds East 118.15 feet; thence the mortgaged premises, or s ome part there is claimed to be due at the date here of the sum of Forty-One Thousand on a reverse curve to the left having a of them, at public venue, Circuit Court of radius of 297.01 feet a central angle of Four Hundred Twenty-Eight Dollars and Genesee County at 10:00AM on March 22 degrees 58 minutes 42 seconds and 6, 2013 Said premises are situated Ninety-One Cents ($41,428.91) including a chord bearing and distance of South in Township of Richfield , Genesee interest 6.875% per annum. Under the 78 degrees 25 minutes 11 seconds East County , Michigan, and are described power of sale contained in said mortgage 118.15 feet thence South 89 degrees 53 as: Part of the Southwest one-quarter and the statute in such case made and minutes 32 seconds East 261.54 feet; of the Northwest one-quarter and part provided, notice is hereby given that said thence on a curve to the left having a of the Southwest one-quarter of Section mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of radius of 250.00 feet a central angle of Excavating 25, Township 8 North, Range 8 East, 21 degrees 47 minutes 58 seconds and the mortgaged premises, or some part of described as: Beginning at the West a chord bearing and distance of North one-quarter c orner of said Section 25; them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of 79 degrees 12 minutes 29 seconds East thence North 0 degrees 27 minutes Genesee County at 10:00AM on March 94.54 feet; thence on a reverse curve to 37 seconds East 95.00 feet along the WEDNESDAY SUDOKU SUNDAY SUDOKU 13, 2013 Said premises are situated in the right having a radius of 250.00 feet a ANSWERS ANSWERS West line of Section 25; thence South Township of Mt. Morris, Genesee County central angle of 21 degrees 47 minutes Newman Bros. 89 degrees 45 minutes East 200.0 feet; , Michigan, and are described as: Lot 58 seco nds and a chord bearing and thence South 0 degrees 27 minutes 37 distance of 79 degrees 12 minutes 29 EXCAVATING seconds West 95.0 feet; thence North 83, of Nutana Homes, according to the plat thereof as recorded in Plat Liber 5, seconds East 94.54 feet; thence South 89 degr ees 45 minutes West 75.10 feet; 89 degrees 53 minutes 32 seconds East 248-634-9057 thence South 0 degrees 21 minutes West Page 13, Genesee County Records. 822.49 feet to the center of a 150.00 feet 84.23 feet; thence South 87 degrees 32 Commonly known as 1051 Collins Ave, diameter cul-de-sac; thence South 89 • Ponds • Roads minutes West 124.50 feet to West line of Mount Morris MI 48458 The redemption degrees 53 minutes 32 seconds East Section 25; thence North 90.15 feet to the period shall be 6 months from the date of 200.00 feet to the point of ending of said • Basements • Septics point of beginning. Commonly known as such sale, unless determined abandoned ingress and egress easement. Commonly 4256 North Henderson Rd., Davison MI in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL known as 4394 Greenridge Ln, Linden MI • Site Grading • Top Soil 48423 The redemption period shall be 12 600.3241a, in which case the redemption 48451 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless months from the date of such sale, unless • All Gravel Products determined abandoned in accordance period shall be 30 days from the date of determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, such sale, or upon the expiration of the with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), in which case the redemption period shall In business since 1964 be 30 days from the date of such sale, or whichever is later; or unless MCL be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon th e expiration of the notice required 600.3240(17) applies. If the property is upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later; sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the WEDNESDAY JUMBLE ANSWERS 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under property is sold at foreclos ure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, will be held responsible to the person Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, Handyman the borrower will be h eld responsible who buys the property at the mortgage the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property foreclosure sale or to the mortgage to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to holder for damaging the property during at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the the redemption period. Dated: 2/10/2013 the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Everbank, Assignee of Mortgagee property during the redemption period. HANDYMAN SUNDAY JUMBLE ANSWERS Dated: 2/03/2013 Guardian Mortgage Dated: 2/03/2013 Everbank Assignee Company, Inc. Mortgagee Attorneys: Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & MIKE Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 All types of home improvements Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 12-73830 Ad No: 12-74749 Ad #45302 02/10, 02/17, Our File No: 12-74756 Ad #45116 02/03, Give me a call, I do it all! #45103 02/03, 02/10, 02/17, 02/24/2013 02/24, 03/03/2013 02/10, 02/17, 02/24/2013 810-964-9559 20B Sunday, February 17, 2013 TIMES CLASSIFIEDS www.tctimes.com

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