Connecting you to your community since 1843 THURSDAY, June 10, 2021 CourierThe LCLeader SERVING PAW PAW • LAWTON • MATTAWAN • LAWRENCE • GOBLES • VAN BUREN COUNTY NO. 20 125 E. MICHIGAN AVENUE • PAW PAW, MICHIGAN USPS 564-620 JBS shut down by Russian cyber attack By Gari Voss sentative of this group, had announced in an interview in Beginning May 31, 2021, October 2020 that the gang newspapers and broadcasts would target the agriculture were filled with the news sector, and if they refused that JBS Meatpacking, a to pay, sensitive stolen data Brazilian meat processor would be auctioned off. with 150 plants in 15 coun- These attacks may be tries including a facility in short-term in nature, but Plainwell, Michigan, had al- they place heavy challenges tered its production schedule on the supply chain. JBS as of May 31st because of a supplies about 25% of US weekend cyberattack. “JBS beef and pork. It was deter- notified [the White House] mined that the United States that a ransom demand came alone had a 22% reduction from a criminal organization in beef processing. That likely based in Russia,” means a drop from the typi- White House spokeswoman cal 121,000 to 94,000 cattle Karine Jean-Pierre said on processed in a day. Plus, a Tuesday. drop in hog processing from On Tuesday, June 1st, all the normal 485,000 to about North American JBS plants 390,000 on Tuesday. were shut down, but would With just one day of begin a gradual reopening complete shutdown of the on Wednesday. President U.S. plants, the price of beef much like toilet paper at the on choke points can have be from Russia, but there are interference in the 2016 of the United Food and and pork increased. Because beginning the COVID-19 outsized effects and encour- many groups from countries election process. Commercial Workers Union meat prices were already pandemic. age hasty payments,” said other than Russia that are President Biden will meet Local 951 John Cakmakci increasing to meet sum- Dave Hazekamp, president threat researcher John Hul- conducting “massive cy- with President Putin in announced that production mer demands, the Tuesday of Muskegon-based Haze- tquist with security company ber-warfare campaigns” on Geneva on June 16, 2021, would resume but could closure saw beef “cutout kamp’s Premier Foods Inc., FireEye. Western democracies. These and cyberattacks will be only share that full opera- value” climb to about $340 shared, “Right now, any In the case of JBS, backup actions are to disrupt the addressed. In the meanwhile, tion would occur “in a few per 100 pounds compared to change impacts the price servers had not been affected infrastructure of the coun- it is important for all US days”. Plants across the $220 per 100 pounds in June [of meat] in most com- so there was no impact on tries and reduce confidence companies and individuals U.S. and Canada opened on 2019, and pork cutouts hit modity markets. Again, the Brazilian operations. The in the government’s ability to educate themselves on different days to different $125 per 100 pounds com- key is not to create a panic U.S., Canada and Australia to protect cyber safety. cyber-warfare and how to degrees. pared to $80 in June 2019. situation, but with perish- servers were affected which By Wednesday, the Biden prevent attacks from affect- By Wednesday, The Fed- The local markets will able food, the snapback or caused shutdowns in order to administration had contacted ing daily business. eral Bureau of Investigation have to ride out the short- recovery is generally much get operations back online. Moscow to “discuss” the cy- In the case of JBS, no (FBI) attributed the JBS term storm as processors faster.” Ransomware has been a ber-attack. This was not the backup servers supporting attack to a Russian-speaking will have difficulties meet- “The supply chains, growing national security first interaction of this type JBS operations in Australia gang known as REvil or ing the current demand. It logistics and transportation issue. Gangs develop the considering that recently the or North American were Sodinokibi. The ransomware is feared that this demand that keep our society moving software that encrypts files southeastern and Atlan- affected. The company does demand was the largest on could be fueled by custom- are especially vulnerable to then they demand payment tic coast states were just not believe that any data re- record. “UNKN”, a repre- ers doing panic buying, ransomware, where attacks in cryptocurrency for keys recovering from the Colo- garding customers, suppliers that would allow the owner nial Pipeline cyberattack by or employees were compro- to decipher and use the files DarkSide linked to Russia. mised. At the same time, Paw Paw Schools seek $53.6 again. In addition, there was the JBS, the FBI or the White In the case of JBS, the attack on the U.S. Treasury House has not commented million bond issue gang or group is believed to supply chain and the Russian on a ransom being paid. PAW PAW - The Paw center. construction management Paw Public Schools (PPPS) Additional bond improve- partner Owen-Ames-Kim- Wanted Hartford man leads Board of Education is ments proposed include: ball Co. “I invite all Paw placing a $53.64 million • STEM Lab/Makerspace Paw community members to bond proposal on the renovation. visit ppps-bond.com to learn police on pursuit August election ballot to • Replace outdated more about this proposal,” fund district-wide facility furniture with modern, said Reo. “I also welcome A 40-year-old Hartford attempting to sell catalytic for approximately 2.5 hours. upgrades. If approved by flexible furniture. anyone with questions to Township area man wanted convertors that were be- Abbott said the Van Buren voters, the bond proposal • Replace aging mechani- contact me directly at rick. on several felony war- lieved to have been stolen. County SWAT Team was would increase the district’s cal equipment. [email protected] or 269-415- rants, faces other charges As deputies arrived at the activated and was preparing existing debt millage rate by • Cafeteria addition at 5200. following his arrest Friday, scene, the suspect fled in to remove Martin from the 1.0 mill. For a home with high school for increased If voters approve the June 4, at approximately 3 his vehicle, while waving a residence when telephone a $50,000 taxable value capacity. bond proposal on Aug. 3, p.m. in Hartford Township, hatchet out the window and contact was successfully ($100,000+ market value), • Building envelope up- work on the project would according to a press release proceeded to lead respond- made with Martin, who then the homeowner would real- dates to increase energy begin immediately. Proj- from the Van Buren County ing deputies on a pursuit surrendered. He exited the ize an approximate $4.17/ efficiencies. ects most likely included Sheriff’s Office. through multiple townships residence and was taken into month property tax in- • Traffic flow redesign at in the first series of bonds Van Buren County Sheriff in the county, eventually custody and tranmsported to crease, according to a press high school. will be construction of an Daniel Abbott said that Van ending at his residence in the Van Buren County Jail. release from the school The projects were de- early childhood center, a Buren County Sheriff’s dep- Hartford Township, where Assisting agencies includ- district. veloped after an in-depth cafeteria expansion at the uties attempted to initiate an he fled from his vehicle and ed the Van Buren County “This bond issue would facilities assessment, and high school, and other major arrest on Scott Allen Martin, barricaded himself inside. SWAT Team, Michigan allow us to make updates multiple staff and commu- construction at the mid- who was wanted on felony Abbott said Martin State Police, South Haven, to spaces across the district nity work sessions were dle school. It is estimated warrants, including parole ignored numerous com- Covert, Lawrence, and Hart- so we can create modern completed to gauge project that all projects would be absconding. A tip phoned mands from law enforce- ford police departments, learning environments and priorities. PPPS is working substantially completed by in to the Van Buren Coun- ment to exit the household as well as Pokagon Tribal increase space efficiencies with architecture, interior 2027. Additional informa- ty Sheriff’s Office stated and refused to surrender Police. for PPPS students,” said design, and engineering tion can be found at www. that Martin was at a Paw after telephone contact was Superintendent Rick Reo. firm TowerPinkster and ppps-bond.com. Paw Township scrap yard made. The stand-off lasted In addition to district-wide improvements to every facility, the purpose of the bond issue is to add a mul- Paw Paw WW II soldier’s remains identified tipurpose space to the high WASHINGTON – The From December 1941 to cations of 35 men from the scientists from the Armed Department of Veterans Af- school, build a new stadi- Defense POW/MIA Ac- June 1944, Navy personnel USS Oklahoma at that time. Forces Medical Examiner fairs and the Department of um at the high school, and counting Agency (DPAA) recovered the remains of The AGRS subsequently System used mitochondri- the Navy for their partner- build a new early childhood announced June 2, that the deceased crew, which buried the unidentified al DNA (mtDNA) and Y ship in this mission. Navy Seaman 1st Class Wil- were subsequently interred remains in 46 plots at the chromosome DNA (Y-STR) For additional infor- bur F. Ballance, 20, of Paw in the Halawa and Nu’uanu National Memorial Ceme- analysis. mation on the Defense Paw, killed during World Cemeteries. tery of the Pacific (NMCP), Ballance’s name is re- Department’s mission to War II, was accounted for In September 1947, known as the Punchbowl, in corded on the Courts of the account for Americans on Feb. 1, 2021. tasked with recovering Honolulu. In October 1949, Missing at the Punchbowl, who went missing while On Dec. 7, 1941, Ballance and identifying fallen U.S. a military board classified along with the others who serving our country, visit was assigned to the battle- personnel in the Pacific those who could not be are missing from WWII. A the DPAA website at www. ship USS Oklahoma, which Theater, members of the identified as non-recover- rosette will be placed next dpaa.mil, find us on social was moored at Ford Island, American Graves Regis- able, including Ballance. to his name to indicate he media at www.facebook. Pearl Harbor, when the ship tration Service (AGRS) Between June and has been accounted for. com/dodpaa or https://www. was attacked by Japanese disinterred the remains of November 2015, DPAA Ballance will be buried on linkedin.com/company/ aircraft. The USS Oklahoma U.S. casualties from the personnel exhumed the USS Dec. 3, 2021, at the Punch- defense-pow-mia-account- sustained multiple torpedo two cemeteries and trans- Oklahoma Unknowns from bowl. ing-agency. hits, which caused it to ferred them to the Central the Punchbowl for analysis. For family and funeral in- Ballance’s personnel pro- quickly capsize. The attack Identification Laboratory To identify Ballance’s formation, contact the Navy file can be viewed at https:// on the ship resulted in the at Schofield Barracks. The remains, scientists from Service Casualty office at dpaa-mil.sites.crmforce. deaths of 429 crewmen, laboratory staff was only DPAA used anthropologi- (800) 443-9298. mil/dpaaProfile?id=a- including Ballance. able to confirm the identifi- cal analysis. Additionally, DPAA is grateful to the 0Jt0000000XeK9EAK.

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Nathan Murphy - DuBay John Robert “Bob” Greene George Clark Nathan Murphy-DuBay, John Robert “Bob” George Clark, 71, of Paw Paw, passed away Sunday, recently of Richland, MI, Greene, 80, of Paw Paw, May 16, 2021. There will be no funeral or service sched- was born in Kalamazoo, passed away Saturday, June uled at this time. A celebration of life will be held Aug. April 25, 1981. He died in 5, 2021, at Rose Arbor, 14. Kalamazoo County on May Kalamazoo. He was born 27, 2021. June 27, 1940, in Chicago, Elsie L. (Wolthuis-Desness) Carvell He leaves behind his wife, Il, the son of the late Elsie L. (Wolthuis-Desness) Carvell, 92, of Lawton, Kristin, and a young child. Archie Greene and Lucille passed away June 1, 2021 at Rose Arbor Hospice, He is survived by his father, (Fleming) Greene. Kalamazoo. Arrangements by McCowen & Secord Mark DuBay and his wife, Bob was a 1958 graduate Family Funeral Homes Rupert-Durham Chapel, 409 S. Cece Walbridge, of South of Paw Paw High School, Main St., Vicksburg, MI 49002. 269-649-1697. Haven, MI; two brothers, and attended Western Nicholas Murphy-DuBay of Michigan University, Rochester, MI, and Matthew Kalamazoo. He was region- Harold Heikes Murphy-DuBay and his wife, al chaplain for the Gideons loved hunting and fishing. (Connie) Greene and Jeffrey Harold Heikes, 96, of Kalamazoo, died May 29, 2021, Jessica of Lawrence; together International, where he in Kalamazoo. Arrangements by Betzler Life Story with numerous aunts, He was an avid skier and, for served for more than 20 (Gnara) Greene; seven number of years, a member grandchildren, Austen, Funeral Homes, 6080 Stadium Drive; Kalamazoo. uncles, cousins, nieces and a years. Bob had a strong www.BetzlerLifeStory.com nephew. of the Ski Patrol. He enjoyed faith in the Lord and was Tabitha (Jeffrey), Chelsea, Nathan was preceded in fly fishing and made custom a licensed minister for the Chip (Bailey), Jeremiah Russell Royal Keller death by his mother, Margie built fly rods. He brewed Assembly of God. He also (Maya), Samuel, Hannah; Murphy. beer that was said to be of led Bible studies at local six great-grandchildren, Russell Royal Keller, 98, of Kendall, passed away Nathan moved from excellent quality by all who jails and prisons for many brother, Billy Greene; May 23, 2021, in Kalamazoo. Private family services Kalamazoo with his family tasted it. He remodeled his years. He retired after many sister, Shirley (Charles) were held at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, to Lawrence, shortly after house with the skill of a years building and remod- Zollar; two sisters-in-law, Burial & Cremation Services, 3926 South 9th St., his first birthday. He was professional. Nathan will eling homes. Bob had many Wynell Hatfield and Marci Kalamazoo. A private graveside was held in Kendall a bright child, learning to be sorely missed by all who hobbies and interests that (Douglas) Addington; along Cemetery. https://www.langelands.com. read at a very early age. knew and loved him. kept him busy, he enjoyed with many nieces and neph- He did well in school and A Funeral Mass was astronomy, photography, ews. Donmicheal “Mike” Loftus was always eager to learn celebrated Saturday, June 5, woodworking, fishing, Services were held at St. Ann Catholic Church, Tuesday, June 8, at Adams Donmicheal “Mike” Loftus, 93, of Kalamazoo, died new skills. Nathan was a going to Tigers games and May 29, 2021, in Parchment. Arrangements by Betzler Boy Scout in his younger Augusta, MI. Nathan will long walks on the beach. He Funeral home, Paw Paw, be buried next to his mother with the Rev. Eric Jarvis Life Story Funeral Homes, 6080 Stadium Drive, years, eventually earning liked to work and operate Kalamazoo. www.BetzlerLifeStory.com the rank of Eagle Scout, of at St. Mary’s Catholic HAM radio, and most of all, officiant. which he was very proud. Cemetery in Paw Paw. Bob cherished time spent Memorial contributions Nathan became interested Interment will take place in with his family. may be directed to Gideons Frank L. Newton in the medical profession a private ceremony on a date On June 27, 1959, in Paw International or to a charity Frank L. Newton, 76, of Lawton, passed away May while studying at the Van not yet determined. Paw, he married Paulette of the donor’s choice. 29, 2021, at his home, According to his wishes, crema- Buren Tech Center in The family requests (Harris) Greene, who sur- Share a memory or tion and a private celebration of life service have taken Lawrence. He trained to that in lieu of flowers a vives. sign the online guestbook place. become a phlebotomist and donation be made to support He is also survived at: www.adamspawpaw. used this skill to acquire a the education of Nathan’s by his two sons, Steven com Russell W. Pomeroy job at Bronson Methodist daughter or to Kalamazoo Hospital, Kalamazoo. He Mental Health Services. Russell W. Pomeroy, 72, of Gobles, passed away at his Arrangements by the For more information or home, May 31, 2021.Arrangements by Gobles Chapel, D. graduated from Lawrence to place an ad Public High School in 1999. Farley Estes Dowdle Funeral I SAW IT L. Miller Funeral Home, www.dlmillerfuneralhome.com. Home& Cremation Care, Call (269) 657-3072 or IN THE He served the residents L 657-5080 SHES of Lawrence Township as Richland Chapel. Personal FLASHEFLA messages for the family C a First Responder while BEFORE attending Western Michigan may be placed at www. MONDAY AT 5PM University, Kalamazoo, to farleyestesdowdle.com. earn a degree in biology. LINK LEARNING OFFERS FREE COLLEGE COURSES AT Nathan also earned a degree KENDALL COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN in Spanish at WMU and studied medical Spanish in Costa Rica. While working Link Learning is excited to announce dual enrollment We're here for you, ready to at Bronson Methodist options for students to earn free high school and college credits while attending Link Learning through Living in the Now, Hospital, his ability to speak a partnership with Kendall College of Art & Design Spanish became known to (KCAD). Courses are online and count both as high listen and navigate this doctors who used him as a school and college credits. translator. Several doctors Preparing for the Future Contact: Bryon Scoggin together. recognized his talent and More information is available at Assistant Director of Curriculum, https://www.linklearning.org/dualenrollment. Non-Traditional programs interest in the medical Could you help us spread the word? Berrien Springs Public Schools sciences and encouraged him C- (574) 386-8693 to attend medical school. In 2008, he received a medical Grace M. Gant, AAMS® Jay Doll school degree, earning VAN BUREN PUBLIC TRANSIT Financial Adviser Financial Adviser the right to be addressed VAN BUREN PUBLIC TRANSIT is hiring 179 W. Michigan Avenue 179 W. Michigan Avenue as “Dr. Nathan Murphy- permanent, part-time bus drivers to work varying Suite 3 Suite 3 DuBay, MD”. Because of Paw Paw, MI 49079 Paw Paw, MI 49079 hours per week. Our bus drivers provide safe and 269-657-0047 269-657-0047 a nation-wide shortage in reliable transportation service throughout Van Buren medical residencies, Nathan County. We off er paid training, starting wage of was never able to finish his $14.69 per hour, a 457b retirement plan, as well as medical training or become friendly staff and coworkers. a licensed physician. This A valid driver’s license is required, CDL with edward jones.com disappointment took him Member SIPC away from the medical Pendorsement preferred, but we will train if hired. Knowledge of service area a plus! profession for a number of years but he returned Applications available Monday through Friday, 9:00 recently, graduating a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Van Buren Public Transit, 610 from Kalamazoo Valley David Walton Drive, Bangor, Michigan 49013; or Community College with a online at: degree in nursing. https://www.vanburencountymi.gov/Document- Nathan was truly a Center/View/1222/Van-Buren-Public-Transit-Ap- “Renaissance Man”. His plication-Form-PDF interests went well beyond EOE the medical profession. He  

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June 10 • June 13 PAW PAW • MICHIGAN The Courier-Leader • Paw Paw Flashes • PAGE 3 2nd Front Pageage Complete list of Paw Paw graduates Second graders get VIP treatment PPHS Academic Elite Joseph Kenneth Groholske Zachary Steven Moerman Alexander Leonard Julius Aiden Guzman Oliver Moss at courthouse Adrienne Flanders Jason William Harris Luke Joseph Muvrin Mya Cuper Landen Timothy Harris Katelyn Ann Nelson Melanie Olmsted Kalab Ivan Harrison Kolby James Nichols Charlee Bowers Michael David Hartman Morgan Jade Nickolae Abigail Schupbach Emma Grace Hasse Jenna Elizabeth Niles Emma Kooi John Patrick Hatt Aidan Maryellyn O’Connor Abigail McLoughlin Aaron Patrick Hayes Melanie Elisabeth Olmsted Michael Hartman Maison Michael Haynes Carli Shae Owens Jose Patino Joseph Matthew Herr Jose Guadalupe Patino Dylan Volker Connor Scott Hindenach Surapat Petchang Kolby Ryan Hindenach Madison Grace Plangger Carly Louise Holter Riley Jade Priest Mason James Aldrich Macey Leigh Imus Alexia Marie Pruitt Justin Alan Baird Sadie Lorene Imus Sean Vincent Pursley Derek William Ballard Harlow Ash Ison Blake Christopher Ralston Keegan Paul Barr Rowan Faith Jackson Joshua Michael Reshman Hannah Faith Irene Beggs Christian Douglas Johnson Hannah Marie Richmond PAW PAW - A select group Jacob Daniel Bell Elizabeth Rose Marie Sara Ashleigh Richmond of second grade students Marie Elizabeth Bennett Johnson Jason Kenkichi Rocz from Paw Paw Early Devin Alexander Bentley Mason James Johnson Neveah Marie Rodriguez Elementary School had an Lucas RiLee Michael Boes Nickolas Ryan Johnson Neliah Rodriques opportunity to visit the Van Caleb Edward Bowen Jackson David Kanniainen Brianna Marie Scherff Buren County Courthouse Charlee Leena Bowers Ashleigh Marie Kerr Luciano Clayton on Thursday, June 3. Mariah Daniele Bradley Hayden Storm Key Schincariol Chief Judge Kathleen M. Sydney Leegh Brady Emma Sophia Kooi Abigail Hope Schupbach Brickley, who was recently Thomas Malcolm Briggs Anastasia Eleizebeth La- Reece Edward Sheldon selected to serve on the Gabriel Grayson-Clay Bonte Travis Allen Smith Michigan Supreme Court’s Brown Christopher Michael Lafey Olivia Mae Stanek Diversity, Equity and Rebecca Lynn Brown Savanna Kay Lamb Samantha Marie Steadman Inclusion (DEI) committee, Sydney Marie Brown Katelyn Marie LaMere Vaughn Frank Stiglich recognize the students who Madelyn Renee Buck Justin Alan Lang Audrey Lyn Straka were selected as represen- Mary Jane Bush Branden Edward LaRue Rebecca Lynn Stratton tatives of the school for Wherever life plants you... Jake Scott Caron Caleb Austin Learned Finlay Gordon Ford Tate modeling inclusion and Anthony Michael Carr Robert Mireles Ledesma Caleb Laning Taylor diversity. Not only were Kylie Elizabeth Chai Alexander Leonard Morgan Alexis Taylor the students recognized by Isaac Christian Cole Maliah Christine Lewnfield Justina Lynn Thrasher Judge Brickley and Judge Samuel Mikeal Cole Jennifer Jeanne LoBretto Nicole Jean Toliver Michael McKay, but they Amber Christine Coles Peyton Jeffery Long Makayla Diane Trumbull also received a prize and a Payton Skyler Compton Kaylei Alexis Luce Zoe Katherine Turk personal tour of the his- Lydia Cowan Dylan Alexander Mack William Underwood toric courthouse by Judge Alexander Douglas Joseph Will Gabriel Elizabeth Riley VanDenBos Brickley. Craddock Marshall Madilynn Elizabeth When selected to serve on Maggie McGuire Crawford Oscar Albino Martello VanderHeuvel the DEI committee Judge Patrick Shane Crump Julian Anthony Martinez Max Nicole VanderMolen Brickley said, “It is import- Mya Lee Cuper Mitchell William Mason Caleb Michael VanderVeen ant that our courts reflect the bloom with grace. Eliana Rose-Triquet Curry Makensey May Massey Ashley Marie VanDussen diverse community of Van LAKEVIEW FOUNDATION Eric Dayo Shain Curtis Sara Elizabeth Matheny Leandra Lynette VantZelfde Buren County.” Realizing Caleb Michael Decker Mary Catherine McCaw Jakelyn Vargas the importance of diversity Community Thrift Shop Raelyn Louise DeGroff Nathaniel Jae-Hun Dylan Frederick Volker and inclusion in the schools, 1000 E. 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Emmajean Renee Fraker Hannah Marie Mellinger Maddison Mae Wilder Deborah Doyle to develop Lillian Janet Fulcher Cole Michael Mercie Amber Nicole Williams a series around the topic Braylin Dawn Fulks Abigail Shirlene Michael Aiden Jay Williford of social justice. Principal Breeana Ellen Gallegos Kaylyn Mary Middlebrooks McKenzie Leigh Wilson Remillard said, “Once Mr. Marcos Samuel Garcia Colby Christian Miles Tyler Jordan Wressel Bowater developed an Sydney Marie Garman Ella Rae Miller Hailey Marie York age-appropriate series for Lily Catherine Gliatti Lillian Raine Miller the second-grade students, Anthony David Gonzalez Mackenzie Layne Miller a diversity and inclusion Clayton Ryan David Madison Elizabeth Mitchell contest was held. 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By G C Stoppel the right man. I have always enjoyed the imagery None of us expects to be called to a in the 6th chapter of Isaiah. Israel is in mammoth task like the one assumed turmoil because their king has just died. by Isaiah, and for that we are probably Uzziah had been on the throne for a very grateful! Rather, each of us is very long time, about fifty-two years. called to our own vocation of doing the A change in rulers meant there might be work of Jesus. To my way of thinking, some great challenges in the near future there is no real separation between a because the Babylonian army was on spiritual or secular vocation. If it is the move. For an unmentioned reason something that God would approve and Isaiah felt inspired to go to the Temple honor, and if the work is done with the in Jerusalem to worship, perhaps taking best of intentions, then it truly is a form comfort by being in the presence of of vocation. God. He is standing in front of one of the altars, and undoubtedly there Part of the work of a truly loving were many other people present at the parish is to incorporate all of these gifts time. Some were worshipping, some and vocations. Many years I watched as were perhaps just looking around. Only a small church began to realize a mem- Isaiah had this wonderful vision of the ber was slipping deeper into demen- Lord God sitting on the throne, being tia. Instead of sidelining him, they in- served by the celestial beings. vited him to start the service by coming down the aisle with the candle lighter Not surprisingly, Isaiah was terrified, and light the altar candles. At first he and instantly became aware of his own could do it on his own; then he needed sins. “Woe is me,” he wails. At that mo- a bit of coaching and assistance; near ment the Lord God dispatches an angel the end someone walked with him. The to take a coal from the altar to touch gentleman was treated with respect Isaiah’s lips, symbolically absolving and dignity, and the leadership of that him of his sins. And then, when God church taught an important lesson to the asks, who will go into the world to do wider community about answering the His work, Isaiah volunteers. call to vocation.

Isaiah is one of the few true volunteers Twenty years later and that church’s found anywhere in the entire Bible. answering the vocational call to of- Most of the men and women called by fering dignity and respect remains an God begin coming up with excuses - example that every person and every I’m too young, I’m not good enough, organization can do God’s work. That I have other responsibilities, I’m no is because God is constantly posting preacher, I’m too experienced, I don’t a help-wanted notice, and always in think fast on my feet, and so on. need of any man, woman, or child who will echo Isaiah’s response: Here I Not Isaiah. His response was, “Here am; send me. I am, send me.” He was the right man at the right time, and when the times became extremely difficult, he remained ComeWorshipWith Us SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES AT AREA CHURCHES LAWTON PAW PAW PAW PAW LAWRENCE DAILY HARVEST MINISTRIES 117 S. 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June 10 June 13 PAW PAW MICHIGAN The Courier-Leader Paw Paw Flashes PAGE 5 Hindenach, Miller named HIIGHGH SCHOOL SPORTS student-athletes of the year By Robert “Butch” Hin- boys winner, is a member Mackenzie Miller is the denach of the National Honor recipient of the girls award. LHS girls win track regional Society. This fall, he will Miller, also a member of PAW PAW - Paw Paw attend Michigan Tech the National Honor Society, High School has an- University, Houghton, to will head to Trine Univer- championship nounced the annual awards study engineering, and play sity this fall, where she will for male and female senior football. Hindenach was major in computer engi- student-athletes of the a four-year member of the neering while performing year. The girls award was Paw Paw varsity football on the track and fi eld and fi rst bestowed in 1977 by team, where he earned competitive cheer teams. the Paw Paw High School All-Wolverine Conference Miller has been First Team Boosters organization at a and All-State First Team All- Conference and All- time when female school honors two years in a row. State in cheer all four years athletics were becoming During his senior year, he while at Paw Paw. She an important part of school set new football records was a member of the cheer activities. The boys honor, for rushing yardage. He team that fi nished second the Hindenach-Dawson also competed in wres- in the state this past season. Award, fi rst presented in tling, basketball, and as a She also was a member of 1948. It was initiated by member of the track and the Wolverine Conference the Paw Paw Senior Class fi eld team, where he was an track team, and went to the of 1943 to honor two All-Conference honoree in State Finals her sophomore members of the class who that sport. year. lost their lives serving their country in World War II. Pfc. Henry Dawson left school two months before graduation to join the Lawton High School Girls Track Team -Regional Champs Army in the 289th Infantry Lawton High School Boys Track Team-Regional Runner-Up Division. During the Battle of the Bulge, he and a The Lawton High School place- 4 x 4 relay (4:21) placed runner up with 79 comrade were transporting girls track team traveled to llyana Vigil- First place- points behind Regional Constantine, Friday, May 4 x 4 relay (4:21) Champs Centreville with a wounded soldier for fi rst 21, for the D3 regional track Jake Reuff-First place- 91.5 points. aid care, when a nearby meet. The Blue Devils fin- Long Jump (20’01), First Qualifying for State @ bomb explosion killed all ished first place with 100.5 place-4 x 100 relay (45.20) Jennison: three. points to runner-up Centrev- Cooper Geib-Second Kendra Koster-First Dawson was awarded the ille with 96.5 points. place-Long Jump (19’-07”), place-1600 meters (5:32), Purple Heart and a cita- The LHS boys track team First place-4 x 100 relay First place-3200 meters tion recognizing him for placed runner up with 79 (45.20) (12:32), Second place-300m performing “well beyond points behind Regional Jonathan Holloway-Sec- hurdles (53.82). the call of duty through his Champs Centreville with ond place-110 high hurdles Heidi Newhouse-First actions.” Staff Sgt. Russell 91.5 points. (16:63), First place-300 place- High jump (5’-00”), Hindenach, Jr., joined the Qualifying for State at low hurdles (42:16), First First place- 4 x 4 relay Jennison: place-4 x 100 relay (45.20) (4:21), Second place-400 Army soon after his grad- Kendra Koster-First Bryce Gorenchan- First meters (1:02). uation from Paw Paw as a place-1600 meters (5:32), place-4 x 100 relay (45.20) Alexis Girolami-Second member of the 36th Divi- First place-3200 meters Lawton High School place- 100m hurdles (18:58) sion of the 141st Regiment. (12:32), Second place-300m Girls Track Team -Regional Ryle Oxley-Second place- After landing at Normandy, hurdles (53.82). Champs!! Pole Vault (9’-00”) while serving in Epinal, Heidi Newhouse-First Lawton High School Sophia Mills- First place- France, he rescued two place- High jump (5’-00”), Boys Track Team-Regional 4 x 4 relay (4:21) wounded members of his First place- 4 x 4 relay Runner-Up Addisyn Price- First platoon, although wounded (4:21), Second place-400 The LHS girls track team place- 4 x 4 relay (4:21) himself. Later, he perished meters (1:02). traveled to Constantine, llyana Vigil- First place- Alexis Girolami-Second Friday, May 21, for the D3 4 x 4 relay (4:21) from machine gun fi re. He place- 100m hurdles (18:58) regional track meet. The Jake Reuff-First place- was awarded the Purple Ryle Oxley-Second place- Blue Devils finished first Long Jump (20’01), First Heart, Bronze Star, and Pole Vault (9’-00”) place with 100.5 points to place-4 x 100 relay (45.20) Silver Star for his eff orts. Sophia Mills- First place- runner-up Centreville with Cooper Geib-Second The school academ- 4 x 4 relay (4:21) 96.5 points. place-Long Jump (19’-07”), ic-athletic awards are given Addisyn Price- First The LHS boys track team First place-4 x 100 relay to the most deserving male (45.20) and female seniors who Jonathan Holloway-Sec- have shown extraordinary ond place-110 high hurdles academic and athletic (16:63), First place-300 Kolby Hindenach, the boys winner, Mackenzie Miller is the low hurdles (42:16), First skills, and quality behavior girls award. place-4 x 100 relay (45.20) during their years at Paw Bryce Gorenchan- First Paw. Paw Paw has two you might not know place-4 x 100 relay (45.20) Kolby Hindenach, the wewe knowhave life, insurance home, can state track fi nalists beauto complicated. and business By Robert “Butch” Hinde- all state tournament team. nach Connor Hindenach fi n- luckily,insurance. we’re now experts. you do. ished fourth in his specialty, Two members of the Paw the shot put, and Hayden simple human sense Paw Red Wolves boys track Key tied for seventh place simple human sense team traveled to Zeeland in the high jump. At state Saturday, June 5, to com- competition, all participants pete in the MHSAA State that fi nish in the top eight Finals, and both came home are awarded spots on this with a spot on the coveted exclusive honor squad.

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June 10 June 13 PAW PAW MICHIGAN The Courier-Leader Paw Paw Flashes PAGE 6 Life as Performance Art VIIEWPOINTEWPOINT For several years an long time to learn those acquaintance constantly instruments, and family talked about what he was and friends will have to going to do once he sold endure years of clinkers, his business and retired. He sour notes, and fi nding the Women should not have to compete had a long list that began proverbial lost chord. The and ended with golf, and threat alone will send them a few things in between scurrying back to congrat- with transgender males such as travel, photog- ulating you on your wise Transgender women winning several races raphy, more golf, and so decision of learning how should not be allowed nationwide. This is only the on. Then one year at his to play a mellow sounding to compete in women’s beginning. I suspect track, annual physical the doctor brass instrument. sports. PERIOD! When as well as other women and came into the room and It is truly essential to President Joe Biden signed girl sports to be populated said solemnly, “We need to fi nd one or two things in the executive that allowed with many male transgen- talk.” He was gone before your pre-retirement years. former males, who are now ders in the next couple of the end of twelve months, If you neglect this, you transgender, to compete a years. and several years before he are going to be ardently women I was aghast. How Three high school girls in planned to retire. recruited to volunteer for G C ORWIN is this fair? And why does Connecticut, who lost track I crinkle up like a piece good causes. “We can S TOPPEL this make sense? titles to males who identify of burnt bacon every time always use some more The answer is it is not fair as females are actually suing I hear someone talk about enthusiastic volunteers,” and I fear transgenders will the Connecticut Interscho- what they want to do after they will tell you, then take over women’s sports. lastic Athletic Conference they retire from work. My invite you to wash win- come in useful throughout Women and girls who train over their policy that allows belief is that if you aren’t dows or pull weeds. You the rest of your life. That long and hard at their craft- transgenders. doing someone you really don’t really want to tell is especially true if dish- whether it be track and fi eld, “We all knew the outcome want to do right now, you them where they can shove es need to be washed or basketball, volleyball, etc long before the race started, aren’t likely going to do that idea, so have a more trash carried out. Practice won’t stand a chance if they and it was extremely demor- MIKE’S it just because you cut the positive answer, “I want using four letter words in must line up against equally alizing, “ said Selina Soule. MUSINGS sheet cake at your retire- to perfect the one and a response, such as ‘what?’ trained transgenders. U.S. Senator Mike Lee, ment party. You will come half backward fl ip with my and ‘when?’ Inga Thompson, three- who introduced the Protec- up with every possible Tiddly.” Since most people Second, practice, time Olympic cyclist, makes tion of Woman and Girls in M IKE W ILCOX excuse from now until do not know what a Tiddly practice, practice these is, they will assume it is the point better than I. Sports Act has said: “Make  P UBLISHER  battleships fl y and charcoal two words so they come “Now one can feel like a no mistake, the eff orts that sprouts why you can’t do it, something risqué and never instantly to mind when woman and compete with some people are making in or at least do it right now. trouble you again. someone younger than the women. If we allow this this area are really nothing observed Memorial Day last By the time you get to the Since everyone is being you makes a disparaging logic to follow, can those short of an all-out assault Monday. So many commu- lamest of all, “Well, this is so polite and cautious and remark when selective that identify as disabled, that seeks to end women’s nities staged observances, the evening I always iron afraid of being cancelled listening is insuffi cient. compete in the para catego- sports.” even parades, to honor those my shoelaces,” you’ll real- for being politically incor- Those words are: GERI- ry? The answer is simple. He added, “when what that died fi ghting for our ize you never really wanted rect, learn some new swear ATRIC and MILLENNI- Of course not. It wouldn’t they are saying is someone freedoms. It was so invigo- to do it in the fi rst place. words that will not get you AL and can be used in be fair,” Thompson said. who’s born male, and even rating to be able to report on If you want to play golf in trouble. My favorite combination with other Title IX, which nearly 50 gone through puberty as the many observances and or become the international is “Balsam Juice!” which words and phrases. For years ago, demanded public a male, to decide through to see people out and about grand master and world isn’t dirty in the least, but it example, if someone says, institutions treat all sports his own volition to identify post-COVID. champion of Tiddly Winks, confuses them long enough “Okay Boomer” when you equal, meaning women as female, that is an end to I did not grow up in a now is the time to get start- for you to walk away. It are giving a detailed and and men, is at a crossroads women’s sports, and I think military family, but I truly ed. If it is important to you, comes from the late nature lengthy answer to anything, with this new executive we’ve got to acknowledge believe we all should honor you will make the time. writer, Sam Campbell. just pause, give them the order. Women and girls as much,” he said. those that made the ultimate Now is the time to do it Finally, when you Clint Eastwood long glare sports have progressed I couldn’t agree more. sacrifi ce. What I observed because if you discover you decide to get on with a new and say, “That’s enough, greatly over the years, but If you are born male, you last Monday, brought tears really don’t care for Tiddly hobby or interest before you geriatric millennial.” allowing male transgenders shouldn’t be allowed to to my eyes. Both young and Winks, there is still time you retire, practice re- I’m telling you, they don’t to compete with women, compete in women’s sports- old, veterans and non-veter- quit and go to the next item sponding to discouraging like it when some points will certainly destroy that plain and simple. Let’s ans came out to streets and on your list. words and comments, espe- out that they are getting progress. reverse this executive order cemeteries to pay their re- While we are on the cially from the younger set. old, just like the rest of us. We have already read now. spects. That’s what America subject, get used to the Learning the fi ne art of se- about male transgenders ON ANOTHER TOPIC is all about, and I for one am idea that you will probably lective hearing will always out-running females and I give kudos to those that proud to be an American. never do it well enough to augment your income. For example: You always wanted to play a euphoni- LETTERS TO THE EDITOR um, so do it. 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June 10 • June 13 PAW PAW • MICHIGAN The Courier-Leader • Paw Paw Flashes • PAGE 7 Lawton picks up pair of wins in HiigHgH ScHoolcHool SportportSS district games The Lawton Blue Devils base. Caleb Mallory went 2-4, and scored two runs and three varsity baseball team picked up and had two RBIs. RBIs. Seth Miller went 3-4, and Lawrence knocked out of district a pair of wins in district baseball In the second game against the scored two runs scored, one RBI, action, defeating Hartford, 9-2, Cardinals, Marcelletti picked up and one double. Caleb Mallory then pounding Bloomingdale, the win, going three innings and went 2-3. baseball action 14-3. allowing only three hits and two Lawton was scheduled to The Lawrence Tigers baseball Lawrence held a 4-1 lead until eight hits at the plate. For Lawton, the winning strikeouts. play Buchanan Wednesday in season came to end last weekend. the bottom of the fifth inning. Lawrence faced a tough Deca- pitcher was Nick Marcelletti, The Lawton offense was paced the Regional Semi-final game at The team traveled to Decatur Victor Balmares again delivered tur Raiders team in the champi- who in three innings of play, al- by Dustin Mallory, who went 2-3, Bridgman. for district playoffs. The Tigers at the plate and brought in Clay onship game. Lawrence struggled lowed only one hit and had three started off the day earning a win Beal. Teammate, Jack McLemore to earn runs against the Raiders, strikeouts. against the Marcellus Wildcats. immediately followed Balmares leaving baserunners on the field Notable hitters for Lawton NOW HIRING The Tigers took a one run lead with a double and gave Lawrence for several innings. The game was included Connor Devries, who during their first at bat. Senior, a 6-1 lead. The Tigers sealed the scoreless until the bottom of the went 3-3, and 2 RBI and a stolen Zach Payment, brought in the first win during the bottom of the sixth third inning when Decatur started run of the game for Lawrence, inning by earning three runs. their momentum in the batter’s four runs in the bottom of the Part-Time Custodian for Van Buren County with a fly ball. Lawrence man- Lawrence earned a trip to the box, as well as take advantage sixth inning. Pay: $12.16/hourly aged one more run in the opening district championship game with of Lawrence errors. The Raiders Taking the loss for the Tigers inning when Victor Balmares a 9-3 win over Marcellus. Earning managed three runs in the third was Zach Payment, who struck Please visit www.vanburencountymi.gov/ earned an RBI, bringing in John the win for the Tigers was Victor inning and continued to add runs out two during his final time on jobs for more information or stop by the Schuman. The 2-1 was quickly Balmares, who struck out four each consecutive inning. the field as a Lawrence Tiger. extended as the Tigers earned two batters and didn’t walk a single Decatur eventually sealed the Jack McLemore, John Schuman, Administration Building, 2nd fl oor to pick more runs at their next at bat. Wildcat. The Tigers had a total of 11-0 victory when they scored and Bol Bak all earned one hit a piece for Lawrence during the up an application! Lady Red Wolves drop district championship game. semi-final VILLAGE OF PAW PAW PORTER TOWNSHIP, VAN BUREN COUNTY VAN BUREN COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF HEARING TO REAFFIRM THE match TOWNSHIP-WIDE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT A very successful season of NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND PLANNING COMMISSION girls soccer season at Paw Paw MEETING DISTRICT High School ended Tuesday June FOR THE COST OF CONSTRUCTION, 2, with a 4-1 defeat by Lake- TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE VILLAGE IMPROVEMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF shore-Stevensville in the District OF PAW PAW, VAN BUREN COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND ALL OTHER PUBLIC ROADS LOCATED IN THE TOWNSHIP Tournament semi-finals. Played INTERESTED PARTIES. at the Lady Red Wolves’ lair in Paw Paw, it was a game with The Porter Township Board, having previously defense ruling the play and de- PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing/Regular Meeting will be held by the Village of Paw Paw Planning Commission on Thursday, July 1, established a township-wide Special Assessment termining the eventual outcome. District in July, 2006, under MCL 41.722, Section (2), The Lancers scored early at the 2021 at 7:00 p.m. at the Paw Paw Township Hall, 114 North Gremps Street, 32 minute mark, and Taylor within the Village. subparagraph (1-c), for the cost of construction, im- Macias made it a 1-1 game with provement, and maintenance of public roads located a strong kick into the goal shortly PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the item(s) to be considered at this Public in the township, HEREBY sets a public hearing for after with an assist from Annalisa Hearing include, in brief, the following: Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. at the Porter Maichele. The Lancers added Township Hall, 88040 M-40 Highway, Lawton, two more first half scores to take 1. An amendment of Section 42-405 (c) of the Village of Paw Paw Zoning Michigan. a 3-1 margin into the intermis- sion, despite near misses on goal Ordinance so as to clarify where/under what circumstances barbed wired fences may be authorized by the Planning Commission. for Julia Hindenach and Lillian The Porter Township Board will be in session to Fulcher. When play resumed the 2. An amendment of Section 42-405 (c) of the Village of Paw Paw Zoning Lakers found the net again after Ordinance so as to allow protective measures fencing as a special land use discuss and hear comments which may be off ered 10 minutes to end the scoring, in all zoning districts. regarding the re-affi rmation of the township-wide despite several more good shot 3. An amendment of Section 42-405 (c) of the Village of Paw Paw Zoning special assessment in the amount of 1.5 mil (one and attempts by the Wolf Pack. The Ordinance so as to provide for living fences in all zoning districts. one-half mil), for the construction, improvement and final season record for the Paw 4. Such other and further matters as may properly come before the Planning maintenance of public roads located in the township. Paw girls ends at 11-6-2 with Commission for this meeting. The nature of the improvement to be made is such that some very close defeats by the a periodic redetermination of cost and renewal of the elite teams in the Wolverine Con- levy shall be made on an annual basis. ference. Season leading goal Public comment will be taken at the hearing or written comment may scorer for the Pack was Tyler be provided to the Village Offi ces prior to the meeting. Additional infor- Macias with 14 followed by Julia mation regarding this hearing is available at the Paw Paw Village Hall, Hindenach and Annalisa Mai- 111 East Michigan Avenue between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., The Township will provide necessary reasonable chele with 12 each, and Kylie Monday through Friday or by sending a written request to PO Box 179, auxiliary aids and services to those with disabilities Combs with 11 in a remarkable Paw Paw, MI 49079. planning to attend upon adequate notice to Charles display of team scoring balance. Meade, Jr., Porter Township Clerk, in writing, or by Seven seniors including Kate Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids should contact the Village calling the Township at (269) 624-4022. Nelson, Cara Deming, Lillian Fulcher, Abby McLoughlin, Clerk no later than fi ve business days prior to the meeting to ensure the provi- sion of reasonable accommodations. Carly Holter, Makensey Massey, Dated: May 12, 2021 and Leandra Vantzelfde ended their high school soccer careers By order of the Village of Paw Paw Planning Commission. Charles Meade, Jr., Clerk, Porter Township on this day.

PAW PAW PUBLIC SCHOOLS VILLAGE OF PAW PAW NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VAN BUREN COUNTY, MICHIGAN VILLAGE OF PAW PAW ON 2020-2021 FINAL AMENDMENT & NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS AND VAN BUREN COUNTY, MICHIGAN PROPOSED 2021-2022 BUDGET PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS AND PLANNING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 21, 2021, at TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY COMMISSION MEETING 6:00 p.m., at Cedar Street Community & Family Cen- OWNERS OF THE VILLAGE OF PAW PAW, ter, 555 Cedar Street, Paw Paw, Michigan, the Board VAN BUREN COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND ALL TO:THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF of Education of Paw Paw Public Schools will hold a OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES. THE VILLAGE OF PAW PAW, VAN BUREN COUNTY, public hearing to consider the District’s 2020-2021 MICHIGAN AND ALL OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES. Final Amendment & Proposed 2021-2022 operating PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing budget. and Regular Meeting will be held by the Village of PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing and Regular Paw Paw Planning Commission on July 1, 2021 at Meeting will be held by the Village of Paw Paw Planning Com- 7:00 p.m. at the Paw Paw Township Hall, 114 N. mission on July 1, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. at the Paw Paw Township The Board may not adopt its 2020-2021 Final Hall, 114 N. Gremps Street. Amendment & Proposed 2021-2022 budget Gremps Street. until after a public hearing. A copy of the PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the item(s) to be PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the item(s) to be considered at 2020-2021 Final Amendment & Proposed considered at the Public Hearing the Public Hearings include, in brief, the following: 2021-2022 budget, including the proposed include, in brief, the following: property tax millage rate, is available for 1. Sarah Braganini on behalf of Slate Stone LLC requests a public inspection during normal business 1. Deb and Robert Gilman request a Special Land Special Land Use permit for an open air business/food truck hours at the Administration Offi ce, 119 Use permit for a bed and breakfast facility (short as required by section 42-223 of the Village of Paw Paw Johnson Road, Paw Paw, Michigan. term rental) as required by section 42-143 of Zoning Ordinance. The subject site is 0.7 acres in size and the Village of Paw Paw Zoning Ordinance. The located at 804 S. Kalamazoo Street. The site is within the The 2021 property tax millage rate proposed to be subject site is 0.4 acres in size and located at 214 B-2 General Business District. levied to support the proposed budget will be a sub- Hazen Street. The site is within the R-2, 1 & 2 2. A proposed amendment to the Village of Paw Paw Zoning ject of this hearing. Family Residential District. Ordinance section 42-367 (23) to eliminate requirement (a) 2. Such other and further matters as may properly that open air businesses must take place on a minimum lot This notice is given by order of the Board of Educa- come before the Village of Paw Paw Planning area of one acre. tion. Commission. 3. Such other and further matters as may properly come before the Village of Paw Paw Planning Commission. Ray Martin, Secretary Public comment will be taken at the hearing or Board of Education written comment may be provided to the Village Public comment will be taken at the hearing or written Offi ces prior to the meeting. Additional informa- comment may be provided to the Village Offi ces prior to the tion regarding this hearing is available at the Paw meeting. Additional information regarding this hearing is Paw Village Hall, 111 East Michigan Avenue be- available at the Paw Paw Village Hall, 111 East Michigan ARLINGTON TOWNSHIP tween the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday Avenue between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING through Friday or by sending a written request to through Friday or by sending a written request to PO Box PO Box 179, Paw Paw, MI 49079, or by email to 179, Paw Paw, MI 49079, or by email to s.moyer-cale@ Notice is hereby given that the Arlington Township [email protected]. pawpaw.net. Planning Commission Shall conduct a public hearing on June 30, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at the Township Hall at 52022 Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids should 34th Ave., Bangor, MI 49013, in order to consider possible should contact the Village Clerk no later than fi ve contact the Village Clerk no later than fi ve business days prior amendments to Article XII of the Arlington Township business days prior to the meeting to ensure the to the meeting to ensure the provision of reasonable accommo- dations. Zoning Ordinance. Specifi cally, the Planning Commission provision of reasonable accommodations. shall consider establishing requirements for a Planned Use Development in an area zoned Agricultural under the Ordi- By order of the Village of Paw Paw Planning By order of the Village of Paw Paw Planning Commission. nance and shall consider a request for re-zoning submitted Commission. by North Coast Inn for property located at 38419 County Rd. 215, Bangor MI 49013 allowing rezoning as a Planned Unit Development. LAWTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Written comments regarding the request may be NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING LAWRENCE PUBLIC SCHOOLS submitted to the Township at supervisor@arlingtontown- NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON ship.com and [email protected] ON PROPOSED 2021‐2022 BUDGET PROPOSED 2021-2022 BUDGET PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 21, 2021, at seven o'clock p.m., at Lawton, Michigan, the PLEASE TAKE NOTE that on June 28, 2021, at NOTICE OF ANTWERP TOWNSHIP Board of Education of Lawton Community Schools 6:00 o’clock p.m., at 650 W. St. Joseph St., ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT will hold a public to consider the District’s proposed Lawrence, Michigan, the Board of Education of 2021‐2022 budget. Lawrence Public Schools will hold a public hearing Public notice is hereby given that the Antwerp Town- to consider the District’s proposed 2021-2022 ship Board approved amendments to the Antwerp The Board may not adopt its proposed 2021‐2022 budget. Township Zoning Ordinance at its meeting on June 8, budget until after a public hearing. A copy of the 2021. The approved amendments revise and clarify proposed 2021‐2022 budget, including the proposed The Board may not adopt its proposed 2021-2022 the standards for granting dimensional variances in property tax millage rate, is available for public in- budget until after a public hearing. A copy of the Section 13.5 of the Zoning Ordinance. spection during normal business hours at 101 Primary proposed 2021-2022 budget, including the proposed Way, Lawton, Michigan. property tax millage rate, is available for public Copies of the text amendment and the full Zoning Or- inspection during normal business hours at 650 W. dinance are available for review at the Township Hall The property tax millage rate proposed to St. Joseph St., Lawrence, Michigan. during regular business hours at 24821 Front Street, be levied to support the proposed budget will Mattawan, Michigan 49071 (call 269-668-2615). The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied be a subject of this hearing. to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. Planning Commission Public Hearing: January 6, This notice is given by order of the Board of Edu- 2021 cation. Township Board Adoption: June 8, 2021 This notice is given by order of the Board of Education Publication Date: June 17, 2021 Douglas S. Townsend, Secretary Eff ective Date: June 24, 2021

PAGE 8 • The Courier-Leader • Paw Paw Flashes PAW PAW • MICHIGAN June 10 • June 13 2020 Water Quality Report for the Village of Paw Paw Water Supply Serial Number: MI0005210 from their health care providers. U.S. EPA/Center for Disease less than once per year because the concentrations of these con- This report covers the drinking water quality for the Village of Control guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of in- taminants are not expected to vary significantly from year to year. Paw Paw for the 2020 calendar year. This information is a snap- fection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are All the data is representative of the water quality, but some are shot of the quality of the water that we provided to you in 2020. available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). more than one year old. Included are details about where your water comes from, what Sources of drinking water: The sources of drinking water (both Terms and abbreviations used below: it contains, and how it compares to United States Environmental tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, • Maximum Contaminant Level Goal (MCLG): The level of a Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) and state standards. reservoirs, springs, and wells. Our water comes from wells. As contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known Your water comes from three groundwater wells, each over 110, water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. 160, and 178 feet deep. The State performed an assessment of our it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, • Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL): The highest level of a source water to determine the susceptibility or the relative poten- radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as tial of contamination. The susceptibility rating is on a seven-tiered presence of animals or from human activity. close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treat- scale from “very-low” to “very-high” based on geologic sensitivi- Contaminants that may be present in source water include: ment technology. ty, well construction, water chemistry and contamination sources. • Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which • Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): The highest The susceptibility of our source is Moderately low for wells #6 & may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agri- level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is con- #8, and Moderately high for back-up Well #4. cultural livestock operations and wildlife. vincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for There are no significant sources of contamination in our water • Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can control of microbial contaminants. supply. We are making efforts to protect our sources by partici- be naturally-occurring or result from urban storm water runoff, • Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level Goal (MRDLG): The pating in the State of Michigan Wellhead Protection Program and industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas pro- level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is no following the EGLE annual drinking water monitoring schedule. duction, mining or farming. known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the If you would like to know more about the report, please contact • Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contam- John Small, Department of Public Services Director, 110 Harry sources such as agriculture and residential uses. inants. L. Bush Blvd, Paw Paw, Michigan, 49079, phone number 269- • Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or • Treatment Technique (TT): A required process intended to 657-3169. Copies are available at the Paw Paw Village Hall. The be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water. report is also posted on the Village’s Website, www.pawpaw.net • Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile • N/A: Not applicable (click on the left hand menu item titled Public Services and then organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial pro- • ND: not detectable at testing limit click on the item titled “Consumer Confidence Report 2019”. This cesses and petroleum production, and can also come from gas • ppm: parts per million or milligrams per liter report is not being mailed to all water customers. stations, urban storm water runoff, and septic systems. • ppb: parts per billion or micrograms per liter Contaminants and their presence in water: Drinking water, • ppt: parts per trillion or nanograms per liter including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the U.S. EPA • pCi/l: picocuries per liter (a measure of radioactivity) least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of con- prescribes regulations that limit the levels of certain contaminants • Action Level (AL): The concentration of a contaminant which, taminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health in water provided by public water systems. Federal Food and Drug if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements that a risk. More information about contaminants and potential health Administration regulations establish limits for contaminants in water system must follow. effects can be obtained by calling the U.S. EPA’s Safe Drinking bottled water which provide the same protection for public health. • Level 1 Assessment: A study of the water supply to identify Water Hotline (800-426-4791). potential problems and determine (if possible) why total coli- Vulnerability of sub-populations: Some people may be more Water Quality Data form bacteria have been found in our water system. vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general The table below lists all the drinking water contaminants that • Level 2 Assessment: A very detailed study of the water sys- population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with we detected during the 2020 calendar year. The presence of these tem to identify potential problems and determine (if possible) cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone or- contaminants in the water does not necessarily indicate that the why an E. coli MCL violation has occurred and/or why total gan transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune systems water poses a health risk. Unless otherwise noted, the data present- coliform bacteria have been found in our water system on disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from ed in this table is from testing done January 1 through December multiple occasions. infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water 31, 2020. The State allows us to monitor for certain contaminants 1Monitoring Data for Regulated Contaminats MCL, TT, MCLG or Level Year Violation Regulated Contaminant Range Typical Source of Contaminant or MRDL MRDLG Detected Sampled Yes/No

Erosion of natural deposits; Runoff from Arsenic (ppb) 10 0 5.1 3.4-5.1 2020 No orchards; Runoff from glass and electronics production wastes 0.003- Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge of Barium (ppm) 2 2 0.300 2020 No 0.300 metal refineries; Erosion of natural deposits Runoff from fertilizer use; Leaching from Nitrate (ppm) 10 10 ND NA 2020 No septic tanks, sewage; Erosion of natural deposits Erosion of natural deposits; Water additive 0.099- Fluoride (ppm) 4 4 0.210 2020 No which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from 0.210 fertilizer and aluminum factories 15.5- Sodium1 (ppm) N/A N/A 21.6 2020 No Erosion of natural deposits 21.6 TTHM Total Trihalomethanes 80 N/A 11.5 NA 2020 No Byproduct of drinking water disinfection (ppb) HAA5 Haloacetic Acids (ppb) 60 N/A 2.0 Na 2020 No Byproduct of drinking water disinfection .017- Chlorine2 (ppm) 4 4 0.29 2020 No Water additive used to control microbes .079 Alpha emitters (pCi/L) 15 0 1.3 0-1.3 2014 No Erosion of natural deposits 0.458- Combined radium (pCi/L) 5 0 0.578 2020 No Erosion of natural deposits .578 Total Coliform (total number or TT 0 N/A N/A 2020 No Naturally present in the environment % of positive samples/month) E. coli in the distribution system See E. 0 NA N/A 2020 No Human and animal fecal waste (positive samples) coli note3 Fecal Indicator – E. coli at the TT 0 NA N/A 2020 No Human and animal fecal waste source (positive samples)

Sodium is not a regulated contaminant 2 The Chlorine “Level Detected” was calculated using a running annual average. 3 E. coli MCL violation occurs if: (1) routine and repeat samples are total coliform-positive and either is E. coli-positive, or (2) the supply fails to take all required repeat samples following E. co- li-positive routine sample, or (3) the supply fails to analyze total coliform-positive repeat sample for E. Coli. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)

MCL, TT, MCLG or Level Year Violation Regulated Contaminant Range Typical Source of Contaminant or MRDL MRDLG Detected Sampled Yes/No

Hexafluoropropylene oxide Discharge and waste from industrial facilities 370 N/A ND NA 2020 No dimer acid (HFPO-DA) (ppt) utilizing the Gen X chemical process Perfluorobutane sulfonic acid Discharge and waste from industrial 420 N/A ND NA 2020 No (PFBS) (ppt) facilities; stain-resistant treatments Perfluorohexane sulfonic acid Firefighting foam; discharge and waste 51 N/A ND Na 2020 No (PFHxS) (ppt) from industrial facilities Perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA) Firefighting foam; discharge and waste 400,000 N/A ND NA 2020 No (ppt) from industrial facilities Perfluorononanoic acid (PFNA) Discharge and waste from industrial 6 N/A ND NA 2020 No (ppt) facilities; breakdown of precursor compounds Firefighting foam; discharge from Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid 16 N/A ND NA 2020 No electroplating facilities; discharge and waste (PFOS) (ppt) from industrial facilities Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) Discharge and waste from industrial 8 N/A ND NA 2020 NO (ppt) facilities; stain-resistant treatments Range Number of Inorganic Contaminant Subject Action Your Year MCLG of Samples Typical Source of Contaminant to Action Levels (AL) Level Water4 Sampled Results Above AL

Lead service lines, corrosion of household Lead (ppb) 15 0 ND 0-1,3 2019 0 plumbing including fittings and fixtures; Erosion of natural deposits

0.03- Corrosion of household plumbing systems; Copper (ppm) 1.3 1.3 0.0795 2019 0 0.32 Erosion of natural deposits

Ninety (90) percent of the samples collected were at or below the level reported for our water. Information about lead: If present, elevated levels of lead can of unknown material out of a total of 1,120 service lines. for 2020. We will update this report annually and will keep you cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and While your drinking water meets the U.S. EPA standard for arse- informed of any problems that may occur throughout the year, as young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials nic, it does contain low levels of arsenic. The U.S EPA standard they happen. Copies are available at the Paw Paw Village Hall. and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. balances the current understanding of arsenic’s possible health The report is also posted on the Village’s Website, www.pawpaw. The Village of Paw Paw is responsible for providing high quality effects against the costs of removing arsenic from drinking water. net (click on the left hand menu item titled Public Services and drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used The U.S. EPA continues to research the health effects of low levels then click on the item titled “Consumer Confidence Report 2020”. in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for of arsenic, which is a mineral known to cause cancer in humans This report is not being mailed to all water customers. several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by at high concentrations and is linked to other health effects such as We invite public participation in decisions that affect drinking flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water skin damage and circulatory problems. water quality. You may contact the Village of Paw Paw Council, for drinking or cooking. If you have a lead service line it is rec- which meets the second and fourth Monday of every month at 7:30 ommended that you run your water for at least 5 minutes to flush Monitoring and Reporting to the Department of Environment, p.m. at Miller Court Housing Commission, 205 Miller Court, Paw water from both your home plumbing and the lead service line. If Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Requirements: The State of Paw, Michigan, 49079. For more information about your water, or you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have Michigan and the U.S. EPA require us to test our water on a the contents of this report, contact John Small, Department of Pub- your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing regular basis to ensure its safety. We met all the monitoring and lic Services Director, 110 Harry L. Bush Blvd, Paw Paw, Michi- methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available reporting requirements for 2020. gan, 49079, phone number 269-657-3169. For more information from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/ Monitoring and Reporting to the DEQ Requirements: The State about safe drinking water, visit the U.S. Environmental Protection safewater/lead. and EPA require us to test our water on a regular basis to ensure Agency at www.epa.gov/safewater/. Our water supply has 170 lead service lines and 100 service lines its safety. We met all of the monitoring and reporting requirements

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purchaser to free and clear contact the county register REAFFIRMED THE the Mortgage: Thomas ownership of the property. of deeds office or a title DEBT, THIS NOTICE IS E. McDonald (P39312) PUBLIC NOTICES A potential purchaser is insurance company, either FOR INFORMATIONAL Brock & Scott, PLLC encouraged to contact the of which may charge a fee PURPOSES ONLY 5431 Oleander Drive county register of deeds for this information. Default AND SHOULD NOT BE Wilmington, NC 28403 STATE OF MICHIGAN office or a title insurance office or a title insurance has been made in the con- CONSTRUED AS AN PHONE: 844-856-6646 File PROBATE COURT company, either of which company, either of which ditions of a Mortgage made ATTEMPT TO COLLECT No. 21-02366 COUNTY OF VAN may charge a fee for this may charge a fee for this by Paul J. Foltin to PNC A DEBT FROM YOU BUREN information: information: Bank, National Association PERSONALLY. Dated: May 20, 2021- June 10, NOTICE TO Name(s) of the mortgag- Name(s) of the mortgag- dated October 2, 2015 May 17, 2021 Attorney 2021 CREDITORS OF or(s): Geraldine Sutter or(s): Irene P Zelten and and recorded October 13, for the party foreclosing DECEDENT’S ESTATE Original Mortgagee: Robert A Zelten husband 2015 in Liber 1626 at Page File NO. 2021-1097-DE Mortgage Electronic and wife 478, Van Buren County, Estate of John Thomas Registration Systems, Inc., Original Mortgagee: Wells Michigan. There is claimed CLASSIFIEDS Fifer, Date of Birth March as nominee for lender and Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc. to be due at the date here- 20, 1960. lender’s successors and/ Foreclosing Assignee (if of the sum of $52,238.16. Notice To Creditors: The or assigns Foreclosing any): Federal Home Loan Said premises are located Decedent, John Thomas Assignee (if any): Freedom Mortgage Corporation, as in Van Buren County, MOVING SALE Fifer, died July 1, 2020. Mortgage Corporation Trustee for the benefit of Michigan and are described New 12-gauge shotgun never fi red; 12-gauge single Creditors of the decedent Date of Mortgage: October the Seasoned Credit Risk as: SITUATED IN THE shot, shotgun, older style; new, small snowblower, are notified that all claims 15, 2007 Date of Mortgage Transfer Trust, Series 2018- VILLAGE OF DECATUR used twice this year; Poulains 20-hp lawnmow- against the estate will be Recording: October 24, 1 COUNTY OF VAN er, needs motor work, three years old. Also push forever barred unless pre- 2007 Amount claimed Date of Mortgage: January BUREN AND STATE OF mower, two-wheel weedwhacker mower; older sented to Taylor L. Fifer, due on date of notice: 10, 2002 MICHIGAN TO-WIT: rototiller; four Goodyear Wrangler P275 R60 personal representative, or $91,602.68 Date of Mortgage THE NORTHERLY 20-inch tires, good shape. June 9, 40315 52nd Ave., to both the probate court at Description of the mort- Recording: January 30, 100 FEET OF LOT 18 Paw Paw. 212 Paw Paw Street, Suite gaged premises: Situated in 2002 BLOCK 4 VILLAGE OF 220, Paw Paw, Michigan Village of Bloomingdale, Amount claimed due on DECATUR VAN BUREN 49079 and the personal rep- Van Buren County, date of notice: $66,279.88 COUNTY MICHIGAN NOW HIRING L&L AUTO BUYING resentative within 4 months Michigan, and described Description of the mort- ACCORDING TO THE Full & part time positions junk cars & trucks. All after the date of publication as: LOT 65 and W 58.9 gaged premises: Situated RECORDED PLAT OF available for direct care metal for recycling. L&L of this notice. feet of LOT 66; ALSO in Township of Columbia, 1905. SUBJECT TO staff . No experience neces- specials: Burn barrels, June 4, 2021 S 16.5 feet OF W 17.16 Van Buren County, ALL EASEMENTS, sary. All training provided. $10; Reconditioned batter- feet OF LOT 69; ALSO Michigan, and described as: COVENANTS, Please call 269-628-9099 ies, $50; 269-657-5933. Attorney S 16.5 feet OF LOTS 71 Lot 17 of Silver Lake-West CONDITIONS, to schedule an interview or V. Lee Ingram and 72; ALSO BEG NW Shore, according to the plat RESERVATIONS, apply online cornerstoneafc. ASHPHALT P39908 COR LOT 65, TH W 5.5 thereof as recorded in Liber LEASES AND com SEALCOATING HOT 312 hayward St., feet, TH S 132 feet TO 5 of Plats, Page 94, Van RESTRICTIONS OF RUBBER CRACK P.O.Box 789 N L KALAMAZOO ST, Buren County Records RECORD, ALL LEGAL REPAIR, PATCHING, Schoolcraft, MI 49087- TH E ALG SD ST 5.5 Common street address (if HIGHWAYS, ALL MEDICARE GURU PARKING LOTS Call Janet Bontrager STRIPING, 0789 feet TO SW COR LOT 65 any): 08417 W Shore Dr, RIGHTS OF WAY, ALL DRIVEWAYS, 269-679-5109 TH N 132 feet TO BEG, Grand Junction, MI 49056- ZONING, BUILDING Insurance Advisorr (269) 998-6977 PARKING LOTS. ORIGINAL PLAT OF 9495 AND OTHER LAWS, STILL THE BEST IN Personal representative BLOOMINGDALE. The redemption period ORDINANCES AND THE BIZ! SENIOR Taylor L. Fifer Common street address (if shall be 6 months from the REGULATIONS, ALL SENIOR HANDYMAN DISCOUNT. RAYNES 15902 45th Street any): 301 E Kalamazoo St, date of such sale, unless RIGHTS OF TENANTS IN ASHPHALT 269-624- Certifi ed mechanic in 3300 Bloomingdale, MI 49026 Bloomingdale, MI 49026- determined abandoned POSSESSION, AND ALL Briggs & Stratton, Kohler, 269-350-664 8763 in accordance with MCL REAL ESTATE TAXES Tecumseh, MTD. Over 30 ...... The redemption period 600.3241a; or, if the sub- AND ASSESSMENTS years. Will pick up and de- RESTAURANT STATE OF MICHIGAN shall be 6 months from the ject real property is used NOT YET DUE AND liver. Call (269) 615-1066. All positions front and PROBATE COURT date of such sale, unless for agricultural purpos- PAYABLE. BEING Work on all kinds of equip- kitchen, also Kitchen Lead COUNTY OF VAN determined abandoned es as defined by MCL THE SAME PROPERTY ment, also boat motors and for nights. Must be able to BUREN in accordance with MCL 600.3240(16). CONVEYED BY DEED plumbing!!! Cut ad out and work Friday, Saturday and NOTICE TO 600.3241a; or, if the sub- If the property is sold at RECORDED IN VOLUME put on fridge till needed. Sunday. Apply at Big T in CREDITORS OF ject real property is used foreclosure sale under 1095, PAGE 700, OF THE Lawton. DECEDENT’S ESTATE for agricultural purpos- Chapter 32 of the Revised VAN BUREN COUNTY, WANTED File NO. 2021-1095-DE es as defined by MCL Judicature Act of 1961, MICHIGAN RECORDS. HB HANDYMAN SER- Estate of Alan Thomas 600.3240(16). pursuant to MCL 600.3278 Said property is common- WANTED: Clark’s Auto VICES IS LOOKING FOR Starr, Date of Birth If the property is sold at the borrower will be held ly known as 401 W Saint WORK!! Specializing in responsible to the person Marys St, Decatur, MI Parts, Inc. is buying cars, November 18, 1951. foreclosure sale under window leaks, caulking, Notice To Creditors: The Chapter 32 of the Revised who buys the property at 49045. The redemption trucks & all metals for recy- Decedent, Alan Thomas Judicature Act of 1961, the mortgage foreclosure period shall be 6 months cling. Lawrence, 674-4905 driveway cracks, roofi ng, Starr, died February 3, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 sale or to the mortgage from the date of such sale, or 1-800-707-8650. siding, soffi t/fascia, fl oor- 2021. the borrower will be held holder for damaging the unless determined aban- ing, paint/stain, drywall, Creditors of the decedent responsible to the person property during the redemp- doned in accordance with WANTED: Standing timber. decks, pressure washing, & are notified that all claims who buys the property at tion period. MCLA 600.3241a, in which Top Michigan lumber man- much more. Over 15 years against the estate will the mortgage foreclosure Attention homeowner: If case the redemption period ufacturer seeking landown- experience! No job too be forever barred unless sale or to the mortgage you are a military service shall be 30 days from the ers with 25 or more mature small. Call or text for a free presented to Terry Ann holder for damaging the member on active duty, if date of such sale. If the hardwood trees to sell. estimate, 269-599-8532. Trowbridge, personal rep- property during the redemp- your period of active duty property is sold at foreclo- Qualityhardwoodsinc.com Insured. resentative, or to both the tion period. has concluded less than 90 sure sale, pursuant to MCL 517-566-8061. probate court at 212 Paw Attention homeowner: If days ago, or if you have 600.3278, the borrower JANITORIAL POSITION Paw Street, 2nd Fl. Annex, you are a military service been ordered to active duty, will be held responsible to STANDING HAY WANT- Team cleaning in Paw Paw, Paw Paw, Michigan 49079 member on active duty, if please contact the attorney the person who buys the ED 5 or more acres within hospital setting. Vacuum- and the personal represen- your period of active duty for the party foreclosing property at the mortgage ing, mopping, restrooms, tative within 4 months after has concluded less than 90 the mortgage at the tele- foreclosure sale or to the 15 miles of Paw Paw. Call 269-657-6616 for a visit. dusting, etc. Monday-Fri- the date of publication of days ago, or if you have phone number stated in this mortgage holder for dam- day 5-9 pm. Weekly pay, this notice. been ordered to active duty, notice. age to the property during SERVICES Must be 18+, a valid drivers May 29, 2021 please contact the attorney This notice is from a debt the redemption period. TO license, clean background for the party foreclosing collector. ALL PURCHASERS: The check & NO FELONIES! Date of notice: June 10, foreclosing mortgagee can DYNASTY ROOFING Attorney the mortgage at the tele- Apply in person at Jangula Mark A. Manning phone number stated in this 2021 rescind the sale. In that Free Estimates 269-999- P36369 notice. Trott Law, P.C. event, your damages, if 0069. Cleaning 2236 Miller Road, 213 Paw Paw Street This notice is from a debt 31440 Northwestern Hwy, any, are limited solely to Kalamazoo or email your Paw Paw, MI 49079 collector. Suite 145 the return of the bid amount FREE HAULING of recy- resume to jangulacleaning- 269-657-3191 Date of notice: May 20, Farmington Hills, MI tendered at sale, plus inter- clable metals, wire, mow- [email protected] 2021 48334 est. Please be advised that ers, batteries, air condition- Personal representative Trott Law, P.C. (248) 642-2515 any third party purchaser is ers etc. Retired gentleman SALES Terry Ann Trowbridge 31440 Northwestern Hwy, 1436753 responsible for preparing call Mike 269-903-5703 214 Paw Paw Street Suite 145 and recording the Sheriff’s or 269-767-3085 for fast REYNOLDS LAKE Decatur, MI 49045 Farmington Hills, MI June 6, 2021 -July 1, 2021 Deed. If this is a residential courteous pick up. Thanks SALES LAWRENCE Fri- 269-655-4944 48334 ...... Mortgage, the following in advance. day June 11th 8-5, Saturday ...... (248) 642-2515 shall apply: ATTENTION June 12th 8-3. Territorial NOTICE OF 1435245 HOMEOWNER: If you are BUYING JUNK CARS, Rd., Lakeshore Dr., and NOTICE OF MORTGAGE a military service member Meadow Lane. FORECLOSURE BY May 20, 2021- June 10, FORECLOSURE SALE on active duty, if your trucks, scrap metal and ADVERTISEMENT 2021 Notice of foreclosure by period of active duty has farm machinery. Kalamazoo Metal Recyclers, 1525 King MULTI FAMILY SALE & Notice is given under sec- ...... advertisement. Notice is concluded less than 90 VENDOR EVENT June tion 3212 of the revised given under section 3212 days ago, or if you have Highway, Kalamazoo. 269- 381-1315. 19th 9am -3pm, 93200 judicature act of 1961, 1961 NOTICE OF of the revised judicature been ordered to active duty, Streetr Drive, Lawton at PA 236, MCL 600.3212, FORECLOSURE BY act of 1961, 1961 PA 236, please contact the attorney Gravel Lake. New and used ADVERTISEMENT MCL 600.3212, that the for the party foreclosing the HOME AND AUTO IN- that the following mortgage household items, plus size will be foreclosed by a sale Notice is given under sec- following Mortgage will Mortgage at the telephone SURANCE - Call or Text of the mortgaged premis- tion 3212 of the revised be foreclosed by a sale of number stated in this notice. Mitten Insurance Agency clothing, Thirty One Gifts, es, or some part of them, judicature act of 1961, 1961 the mortgaged premises, THIS COMMUNICATION LLC @ (269) 340-0395 or Paprazzi accessories. Maps at a public auction sale to PA 236, MCL 600.3212, or some part of them, at a IS FROM A DEBT visit our site www.mittena- and addresses will be pro- the highest bidder for cash that the following mortgage public auction sale to the COLLECTOR. THIS gency.com. vided for the 22 other sale or cashier’s check at the will be foreclosed by a sale highest bidder for cash IS AN ATTEMPT TO locations around the lake. place of holding the circuit of the mortgaged premis- or cashier’s check at the COLLECT A DEBT, AND HAULING - CLEANING - court in Van Buren County, es, or some part of them, place of holding the cir- ANY INFORMATION Recycling. Moving service. GARAGE SALE Kitch- starting promptly at 1:00 at a public auction sale to cuit court in Van Buren OBTAINED WILL Right Quick Hauling. Dan enware, shelving, books, PM, on June 17, 2021. The the highest bidder for cash County, starting promptly BE USED FOR THAT Wydick, Dustin Wydick, cassettes, cd’s, gardening, amount due on the mort- or cashier’s check at the at 01:00 PM, on June 24, PURPOSE. IF YOU: Daniel Wydick, 423-8545. small tiller, Deer riding gage may be greater on place of holding the circuit 2021. The amount due on ARE A DEBTOR IN AN Serving since 1994. mower, snow blower, lad- the day of sale. Placing the court in Van Buren County, the Mortgage may be great- ACTIVE BANKRUPTCY ders, some lumber, doors, highest bid at the sale does starting promptly at 1:00 er on the day of the sale. CASE; ARE UNDER pool ladder, furniture, cloth- not automatically entitle the PM, on July 8, 2021. The Placing the highest bid at THE PROTECTION OF GRANT DALY PAINT- ING: Interior/exterior ing, tool chest, mobility purchaser to free and clear amount due on the mort- the sale does not automat- A BANKRUPTCY STAY; equipment, miscellaneous. ownership of the property. gage may be greater on ically entitle the purchaser OR, HAVE RECEIVED residential, commercial, industrial. Great references June 17, 18 and 19, 9-5 315 A potential purchaser is the day of sale. Placing the to free and clear ownership A DISCHARGE IN W. St Joesph St., Lawrence. encouraged to contact the highest bid at the sale does of the property. A potential BANKRUPTCY AND & free estimates. Call 657- 7893. county register of deeds not automatically entitle the purchaser is encouraged to YOU HAVE NOT HUGE YARD SALE ALTERATIONS: Expert automotive, housewares, electric, hardware, tools 11-07-16FL alterations & repairs. Zip- Come Shop & more. 52377 Finch Rd., With us pers, hems, etc. The Clothes Basket, 314 Paw Paw St., Marcellus. June 17, 18 and RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL 19. 9-6, no early sales. Monday - Paw Paw, 657-6441. CALL MIKE SHERBURN • 269-624-5800 Friday 8am - 6pm STUMP GRINDING - Fast MULIT FAMILY YARD service, fair price. Call SALE June 11th , 9-5 & June Saturdays 9-4 George at (269) 673-3716; 12, 9-1. Tools, furniture, BIG BEAR CONSIGNMENT cell (269) 207-1905 clothes, household goods & Call to sporting/fi shing equipment. AUCTION schedule an FIELD PLUMBING & 43801 30th St., Paw Paw. No appointment HEATING, INC. Services early sales. for a water all brands of heating & SATURDAY, JUNE 19 @ 9:30 A.M. feature cooling equipment in your MOM IS AT IT AGAIN! LOCATED: consultation home or business. 24/7 Mom’s garage sale June or product 26th, 2021. 29396 Heritage 5580 M-140, EAU CLAIRE, MI service for over 50 years, pickup 269-674-3839. Lane, Paw Paw, 9-4

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