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Calendar 3 Sports 9 Out & About 2 Obituaries 4 Houses of Worship 3 Service Directory 6 News of the Kaliseum Trigger Boxing up and running in Way more than a the Kaliseum concession stand By Greg Gielczyk would be putting so much into him By Tina Norris Fields website www.kaliseum.org. KALKASKA -- In case you’ve if they didn’t think he could turn it KALKASKA – In an athletic com- Deb and her good friend, Rena wondered what happened to Trig- around,” Bustance said. “He’s got plex, with gyms, and swimming Hall, split the workday, opening ger Boxing Club, rest easy. The everything popping pretty well. pools, and an ice hockey rink, one up at 8 in the morning and serving club is still doing business, just New machinery, lots of members does expect to find a concession until 8 at night, Monday through at a new location. After being and all of the areas of the facility stand of some kind – a place to get Friday. They also work any week- housed at different venues in and working well together.” a snack or a refreshing drink. One end events. around Traverse City for the last 32 Now, they want to get some kids hardly expects to find an indoor During the Trout Festival week, years, it moved to The Kaliseum in over from the schools to teach version of a street café. Yet, that’s Deb is planning to offer hot dogs Kalkaska on Monday, April 16. them the discipline of boxing, and what visitors will find at the Kali- from her cart, outside the building, maybe even fulfill another Olym- seum in Kalkaska. pic dream. Oliwa has made the club welcome, Bustance said. That could be because Oliwa, who accrued 1,447 penalty minutes over 410 regular season games during his NHL career as a physi- cal player, understands the health benefits of boxing. In fact, after Oliwa made the Kaliseum the home of the Kalkaska Rhinos Club owners Bill and Robbin Junior Hockey team he brought Bustance broke everything down some of his players over to Trigger from their last “home” in Traverse for Bustance to train, which started City on Woodmere Avenue and trucked it 24 miles to the east, leav- An indoor street Kafé at the Kaliseum ing behind many fond memories and resolved to create many new ones in the future. Deb Mooneyhan, has brought her on the grounds of the Kaliseum. Trigger owner and trainer Bill well-known culinary skills to the Her hot dog cart is likely to Bustance, 66, started looking for Kaliseum. Where there once was become a daily summer attraction a new location in the Grand Tra- a modest concession stand, there for visitors and people out walking verse County area that would be is now the Kaliseum Kafé, serving the KART trail. more affordable, but couldn’t find breakfast and lunch, with a menu Although she insists that she is one. Bustance said “health clubs that features a variety of sand- retired, Deb hasn’t given up her wouldn’t allow kids and the YMCA wiches, wraps, salads, smoothies, longtime business of cake deco- didn’t return our calls.” BLTs, chicken tender baskets, rating, and as she commented, and Deb’s own specialties. This graduation is coming soon, so she Bustance’s association with the reporter enjoyed a really tasty Tur- Kalkaska Kaliseum began over 10 will be a very busy retired person. Bill & Robbin Bustance key Panini, freshly assembled and In fact, she was planning to spend years ago. They put on a cage fight grilled to order. there, and later taught boxing for her evening preparing cupcakes to The menu is quite varied, which donate to the 4-H Taco Supper that the SEEDS program in the same their association. spot the new Trigger Gym occu- leads one to ask how it was devel- was happening the next evening. pies. “He liked what I did, and how we oped. Deb said it is very similar to As an explanation, Deb said, “I did it,” Bustance said. “He got what she offered at her previous have four grandkids in 4-H.” This It left them with a less than pleasant wind we were selling our build- location, the Cedar Street Sweets reporter is reminded of her own memory with how the building was ing (on Woodmere) and he was bakery. It evolved from her own grandfather who “retired” at least run. Things have changed, though, all over me. ‘Bill, why don’t you inspiration and from customer sug- three times that she can recall. since Krzysztof Oliwa, a former come over here? I have a good gestions and requests. She likes to National Hockey League player When asked what she wanted the room for you.’” Bustance added, make the things people like to eat. world to know about the Kaliseum from Poland who won a Stanley “It’s a big room, it’s a beautiful She is definitely successful at that Cup, took over as the director of Kafé, without hesitation, Deb – longtime repeat customers come exclaimed, “It’s a great place to the Kaliseum and Bustance sees regularly to enjoy their favorite only positive experiences ahead. eat!” See TRIGGER on page 11 meals. For a look at the Kaliseum “I don’t think the commission Kafé menu, visit the Kaliseum

Next Issue of the Northwest MI Voice: May 11, 2018 Our mission is to inform and inspire Out & About Editor’s note: This space is free to community organizations HEALTH & FITNESS to promote events which are of benefit to the residents in and Stretch & Strength Class, Kali- TOPS #2304 Meeting, Kalkaska around Kalkaska County. seum, 1900 Fairgrounds Rd, United Methodist Church, 2525 Beebe Email your information to contact 231-258-5913 Rd, Kalkaska, contact 231-384-2154 [email protected] or [email protected] When: Mon, 6:45 pm, Wed, 7:15 am When: Tue, 10 am Please include date and time of the event, a contact number or Walk with Ease, (Kalkaska COA) Chair Exercises, Mancelona Senior email address. Senior Center, 303 S Coral St, Center, 122 E State St, Mance- contact 231-384-2389 lona, contact 231-587-9131 Do not include prices. When: Mon,Wed, Fri, 8:30-9:30 am When: Tue, 10 am (Meets for six weeks, beginning May 7, Fitness Over Fifty, Fife Lake Library, SENIOR & COMMUNITY MEALS pre-register) 77 Lakecrest Lane contact 231-879-4101 Trigger Boxing Class, Kaliseum, 1900 When: Tue, Thu, 11 am Senior Lunch (Kalkaska COA), no res- Easy Meals Fundraiser for Ameri- Fairgrounds Rd, contact 231-258-5913 ervation required, contact 231-258-5030 can Legion, Dale H Wheeler American Senior Chair Yoga, South Boardman When: Mon, Thu, 10 am, 6:16 pm, Senior Ceenter, 5503 Boarman Rd When: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Legion Post 219, 10283 M-113, Fife Lake, Tue, 6:15 pm 11:30 am for side salad, lunch at noon takeout available, contact 231-879-4475 contact 231-369-2700 Trigger Boxing Open Gym, When: Tue, 11 am Senior Lunch, Mancelona When: Thu, 5 - 7 pm Kaliseum, 1900 Fairgrounds Rd, Live Well Kalkaska Substance Free Senior Center, 122 E State St, Pasties & Pot Pies For Sale, Coldsprings contact 231-258-5913 RSVP to Donna at 231-587-9131 Excelsior Township Area (CETA) Hall, Coalition, Kalkaska High School When: Mon, Tue, Thu, 3:30-6 pm, Library, 109 N. Birch St, contact Lisa When: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, 6615 County Rd 612, (to confirm dates Sat, 11 am - 6 pm 12 pm. and availability, call 231-258-9912) 231 929-7070 or Suzanne 231 714-7332 Tubo Kick Class, Kaliseum, 1900 Fair- When: 2nd Tue, 3:30 to 4:30 pm Community Meal, Mancelona When: Fri , 1 - 3 pm grounds Rd, contact 231-258-5913 Senior Chair Yoga, (Kalkaska United Methodist Church, 117 W Food Pantry & Potluck Lunch, Torch When: Mon 5:30 pm, Wed 6 am Hinman, Mancelona, canceled if Lake Assembly of God, 9456 Valley Rd COA), contact 231-258-5030 Mancelona schools are closed due to NW, Rapid City, donations accepted, Pickle Ball, Kaliseum, 1900 Fair- When: Thu, 10 am. inclement weather, contact 231-587-8461 contact Christine at 231-331-6246 grounds Rd, contact 231-258-5913 Beginning Pound Class, Kaliseum, 1900 When: Tue, except holidays, 5 to 6 pm When: Fri 11 am-2 pm except holidays When: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8 am - 12 noon, Fairgrounds Rd, contact 231-258-5913 Mon, Wed, 5-7 pm, Sat, 10 am- 12 noon Senior Lunch (Kalkaska COA), All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry, Dale When: Thu, 5:30 pm Bear Lake Township Hall, 198 E. H. Wheeler American Legion Yoga, Helena Township Commu- Pound Class, Kaliseum, 1900 Fair- Bear Lake Rd, RSVP between 8:30 Post 219, 10283 M-113, Fife nity Center Voting Room, 8751 grounds Rd, contact 231-258-5914 and 9 am to Iola at 941-270-1549 Lake, contact 231-879-4475 Helena Rd, Alden, contact 231-331-4318 When: Fri, 6 am When: Tue, Thu, 12 - 12:30 pm When: 1st Fri , 4:30 - 7:30 pm When: Mon, Wed, Fri, 8:30 - 9:30 am Yoga, Fife Lake Library, 77 Lake- Senior Lunch (Kalkaska COA), Breakfast, Walton Junction Sportsman’s Aerobic Exercise with Weights, crest Lane contact 231-879-4101 South Boardman Senior Cen- Club, 11207 E County Line Road,Fife (Kalkaska COA), contact 231-258-5030 When: Fri, 9 am ter, 4859 Pine St SW, RSVP to Lake. Club raises trout for the Manistee When: Mon, Fri, 10:30 - 11:30 am Shirley by 9:30 am to 231-369-2700 River and other community programs. When: Tue, Thu, 12:30 - 1 pm Contact Paul Johnson, 231-263-0900 CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES Senior Lunch (Kalkaska COA) Clear- When: 3rd Sat, 7-11 am water Township Hall, 5440 River St (April - October) Boy/Cub Scouts, Kalkaska United OCTANE, Kalkaska Church of Christ, NW, Rapid City, RSVP by 8:30 am Pancake Breakfast Buffet, Dale Methodist Church, 2525 Beebe 1725 W Kalkaska Rd, open to children to Connie at 231-564-2794 H. Wheeler American Legion Post Rd, boys, kindergarten and older, in 4th & 5th grades, homework time When: Wed, 12 - 12:30 pm 219, 10283 M-113, Fife Lake, contact Terri at 231-384-0417 with help, snacks, games, Bible lessons, When: Mon, 6:30 pm more, contact 231-258-9441 Community Meal, Kalkaska United WW II veterans eat free, proceeds When: Thu, after school to 4:30 pm Methodist Church, 2525 Beebe Rd, benefit veterans and community Story Time, Mancelona Township (parents arrange for transportation) canceled if Kalkaska schools are programs, contact 231-879-4475 Library, 202 State St, Mancelona, closed due to inclement weather, dona- When: 2nd Sun , 8 am - noon designed for children ages 3-7, but chil- Story Time Magic, Kalkaska County tions accepted, contact 231-258-2820 dren of all ages are welcome. Library, 247 S Cedar St, story, When: Wed, except holidays, 5 - 6 pm When: Tue, 3:30 pm music, play, and more for infants and toddlers. Contact 231-258-9411 Senior Lunch (Grand Traverse COA) Spanish Club, Kalkaska County When: Fri, 10:30-11:30 am Fife Lake Library, 77 Lakecrest Ln, must Library, 247 S Cedar St, for chil- RSVP by Monday prior, 231-879-4101 dren kindergarten through 5th grade, Tot Time, Fife Lake Public Library, When: 1st & 3rd Wed, 12 noon (coffee stories read in Spanish, music, 77 Lakecrest Lane, story time, games, hour at 11 am), games, culture lessons, and more activities, contact 231-879-4101 ORGANIZATION MEETINGS When: 2nd & 4th Tue, 3:30-4:30 pm When: Fri, 10:30 - 11:30 am WASP - Wednesday After School Kalkaska Rotary, William Kitti Friends of the Fife Lake Public Program, Kalkaska Church of Christ, Education Building (Stone House), Library, Fife Lake Public Library, 1725 W Kalkaska Rd, open to children 419 S. Coral St, Kalkaska, 77 Lakecrest Lane, Fife Lake, con- in kindergarten through 3rd grade, contact 231-715-1148 tact Chris Seeley at 231-879-3221 homework time with help, snacks, When: Mon, 12 pm When: 2nd Wed., 11 am games, Bible lessons, more, contact Kalkaska Democrats, BC Pizza, South Boardman American Legion 231-258-9441 104 N Cedar St, contact Danielle #463 and Auxiliary Meeting, When: Wed, after school to 4:30 pm 23-384-0944 South Boardman Legion Hall, 5487 (parents arrange for transportation) When: 1st Mon, 6 pm Boardman Rd (at the tank), South Kalkaska County Agricultural Boardman, contact 231-369-2944 BINGO, CARDS & BOARD GAMES When: 1st Thur., 7 pm Fair, All Seasons Resort Conference Bingo, Kalkaska Eagles Aerie 4496, ups start at 5 pm, regular games 6 pm Room, 760 S Cedar St, all are wel- Knights of Columbus, St Joseph 15854 M-72E, contact 989-348-8393 come, new members and volunteers the Worker Council #7419, St Bunco, Kalkaska VFW Post 8684, When: Mon, warm ups at 5 pm, regu- 408 Hyde St, bring a dish/snack are being sought, contact 231 714-4616 Mary of the Woods Catholic Church, lar game at 6 When: 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:00 pm 438 County Rd 612 NE, Kalkaska, to pass, contact 231-258-9757 Euchre, CETA Hall, 6615 CR-612 NE, When: Wed, 6:30 pm Kalkaska VFW Land-O-Lakes contact Dave at 231-587-4328 When: 1st Thu, 7 pm contact 231-587-9475 Pinochle, CETA Hall, 6615 Post 8684, VFW Post 408 Hyde When: Mon & Theu, 7 pm St, Quartermaster: Jim Richardson Kalkaska American Legion Robert E CR-612 NE, contact 231-587-9475 When: 2nd Mon, 6 pm Beebe Post 0480, (Kalkaska COA) Senior Mah-Jong, Alden Library, 8751 When: Wed, 6:30 pm Helena Rd, Alden, all levels of skill Kalkaska Genealogy Society Meet- Center, Commander: Raymond Todd. Euchre, Fife Lake Library, 77 Lake- When: 3rd Thu, 6 pm welcome, contact 231-331-4318 crest Lane, contact 231-879-4101 ing, Kalkaska County Library, 247 When: Tue, 1 - 4 pm S Cedar St, contact 231-258-9411 Alden Men’s Club, Alden United When: 1st & 3rd Wed, 11 am When: 3rd Mon, 7 pm Methodist Church fellowshi hall, 9015 Grange Bingo, Helena Twp Com- Euchre, Kalkaska VFW Post 8684, Helena Rd, Alden. Come see what we munity Center, 8751 Helena Rd, 408 Hyde St, contact 231-258-9757 AA, Al-Anon, Al-Teen Meeting, Alden, contact Doris at 231-331-6033 (Kalkaska COA), contact Linda are all ahout, “Helping others in need,” When: Fri, 7 pm contact 231-322-6216 or visit the club When: Tue, 6 - 9 pm 231-384-3227 Jackpot Bingo, Dale H. Wheeler When: Tue, 8 pm online at www.aldenmensclub.org. Euchre, (Kalkaska COA), When: the last Saturday of the month American Legion Post 219, 10283 contact 231-258-5030 M-113, Fife Lake, must be at least 18 Kalkaska Kiwanis Meeting, (usually the fourth Saturday), 8 am When: 1st & 3rd Tue, 1 pm Kalkaska Memorial Health Center for breakfast and business meeting, years old to play, contact 231-879-4475 (conference room across from cafeteria) except July and November, no meeting Cards & Board Games, (Kalkaska When: 3rd Sun, doors open at 2 pm, 419 S. Coral St. in December. COA), contact 231 258-5030 games begin at 3 pm When: Tue, 12 pm When: 2nd & 4th Tue, 1 pm Friends of the Kalkaska County Jackpot Bingo, (Kalkaska COA), Library, Kalkaska County Library fundraiser for the Senior Center, 247 S. Cedar St, downstairs contact 231-258-5030 When: 4th Tue, 4 pm When: Wed, doors open at 4 pm, warm Northwest MI Voice 2 Vol2018:09 - Apr 27, 2018 Public Meetings Community Calendar GOVERNMENT MEETINGS APRIL 2018 Townships: School Boards: Bear Lake Township, Kalkaska Public Schools, April 27 - Early Childhood Activi- April 28 - Kaliseum Open House, Kali- Bear Lake Twp Hall, 198 E Bear Lake Board of Education room, ties, Imagination Station at seum Recreatoin Comples, 1900 Rd NE, Kalkaska, 231-258-4871 315 S Coral St Kalkaska , Chalker Park, noon - activi- Fairgrounds Rd, 11 am - 1 pm, When: 2nd Tue, 7 pm 231-258-9100 ties, crafts, snacks for children stop by andcheck out all the new When: 2nd Mon, 7 pm to age 8, sponsored by 5toOne equipment and programming, tours Blue Lake Township, and the Kalkaska County Library available, contact 231-258-5913 Blue Lake Twp Hall, 10599 Twin Forest Area Community Schools Lake Rd, Mancelona, 231-587-8354 Band Room, Forest Area High School, April 27 - Annual Dodge Ball Tour- April 28- Annual Trout Festival Pig When: 1st Wed, 7 pm 7661 Shippy Rd SW, Fife Lake nament, Kalkaska High School, Roast, VFW 8684, 408 Hyde St, 109 N Birch St, 6 pm, fundraiser 2:00 to 6:00 pm, roasted pig and all Boardman Township, 231-369-4191 When: 2nd Mon, 6:so pm for the KHS Nattional Honor the fixin’s, Veterans and current mil- Boardman Twp Hall/Fire Dept, 4855 Society, contact 231-258-9167 itary eat free, contact 231 258-9757 Pine St, South Boardman, 231-369-3336 Mancelona Public Schools When: 3rd Wed, 7 pm Media Center, Mancelona Middle April 28 - Kalkaska Rotary Wood April 28- Spring Fling Bump-n-Run School, 1122 St Johns Ave, Mancelona Memorial Run, VFW Post 8684, and More, Kalkaska County Fair- Clearwater Township, 408 Hyde St, packet pick-up 8:30 grounds Arena, 1905 Fairgrounds Clearwater Twp Community Center, 231-587-9764 When: 2nd Tue, 4:30 pm am, races begin at 9:55 - 10:10 Rd, gate opens at 4:00 pm, race 5407 River St, Rapid City, 231-331-6249 am, to register, visit https:// begins at 5:00 pm, fundraiser for the When: 3rd Wed, 7:00 pm =+=+=+=+= runsignup.com/race/events/MI/ Kalkaska County Agricultural Fair, Coldsprings Township, kalkaska.woodmemorialrun Bump-n-run, one and done demo Village of Kalkaska: derby, power wheels race for kids, Coldsprings Twp Hall, Village Offices, 200 Hyde St, Kalkaska, Arpril 28 - Winterfest Craft Show drivers may contact Marty at 231 6515 County Road 571 NE, 231-258-9191 at Trout Fest, Kalkaska United Mancelona, 231-587-8633 Methodist Church, 2525 Beebe 409-9985, for other info, contact When: 2nd Mon, 7 pm Village Council- Rd, 10 am to 5 pm, proceeds the Fair Info Line at 231 714-4614 When: 2nd and 4th Mon, 6 pm Excelsior Township, to benefit Kalkaska Winterfest, April 28 & 29- K.A.M.P.S. Fun Fly Air Excelsior Twp Hall, 987 County Road DDA- contact Shirley, 734-497-7921 Show, Beebe Rd (north of Plum Val- 571 NE, Kalkaska, 231-258-6108 When: 1st Tue, 5:00 pm April 28 - Princess and Me Dress ley Rd), 1:00 to 3:00 pm each day, When: 1st Mon, 7 pm Kalkaska County: Up Tea, Kalkaska Church of no cost to come watch Kalkaska Kalkaska County BOC Chambers, Christ, 1725 W. Kalkaska Rd, Area Model Planes Society mem- Garfield Township, bers take their “toys” out for a spin Garfield Twp Hall, 0466 W Sharon Administration Building, 605 N Birch lower level, Join National Trout Rd, Fife Lake, 231-369-2483 St, 231-258-3349 Queen and Miss Kalkaska & April 29- CETA Pancake Breakfast, When: 2nd Thur, 7 pm Board of Commissioners- Court for light luncheon, crafts, CETA Hall, 6615 CR 612N, 8:00 When: 3rd Wed, 6 pm and activities, $10, proceeds am, fundraiser for the fire depart- Kalkaska Township , benefit the Miss Kalkaska Scholar- ment, contact 231 258-9912 Kalkaska Twp Hall / Fire Department, (except April 12, October 11) ship Fund, contact 231 499-5951 209 Laurel St, 231-258-9305 Standing Committees- When: 1st Tue, 7 pm When: 2nd Wed, times below Oliver Township, (except April 5, October 4) Oliver Twp Hall, 5272 Kniss Rd SE, Judiciary & Public Health- 9 am 231-258-5348 MAY Calendar continues on page 5 When: 2nd Tue, 7 pm Health & Welfare- 10 am Orange Township, Public Works- 11 am Orange Twp Hall, 28 Boardman Rd Personnel/Interview- 1 pm SE, South Boardman, 231-369-3457 Budget & Finance- 2 pm When: 2nd Mon, 7 pm (also meets the Tue before, 5 pm) Rapid River Township, County Affairs/ Rapid River Twp Hall, 101 Phelps Rd, IT & Computer- 3 pm Kalkaska, 231-258-2943 When: 2nd Tue, 7 pm Springfield Township, Springfield Twp Hall, 5253 Ingersoll Rd SW, Fife Lake, 231-879-4541 When: 2nd Tue, 7 pm

MISCELLANEOUS Small Crafts Group, (Kalkaska COA), When: Thu 2:30 - 4 pm all are welcome to bring their handheld Holistic Mamas of Northern MI, crafts, such as crocheting, needlepoint, Village Chiropractic, 798 W. Mile knitting, etc.,contact 231-258-5030 Rd, open meetings for like-minded When: Mon, 9 to 11 am natural parenting discussing a vari- Tech Help Tuesdays at the Library, ety of topics, contact 561-876-8727 Kalkaska County Library, 247 S Cedar When: 1st Thu, 6 to 7 pm St, bring in your cell pone, tablet, or Antrim County Baby Pantry, laptop and have your tech questions St. Anthony’s Church, 209 Jeffer- answered. contact 248-9411 son Ave, Mancelona, providing food, When: Tue, 11 am - noon clothing, diapers, and other items Kalkaska Baby Pantry, Kalkaska for children from birth until their Church of Christ, 1725 W Kalkaska 6th birthday (donations accepted) Rd, Clothing, diapers, wipes available When: 2nd & 4th Thu, 11:30 am to (donations of such are accepted), serving 4:00 pm children to size 4T, contact 231-258-9441 Kalkaska Library Book Club, When: 2nd & 4th Tue, 9:30am - 1 pm. Kalkaska County Library, 247 S Fife Lake Public LibraryBook Club, Cedar St, contact 231-258-9411 Fife Lake Library, 77 Lakecrest Lane, When: 3rd Thu, 12 to 1 pm, except Fife Lake, contact 231-879-4101 December When: 3rd Tue, 7-8 pm Quality Thyme Garden Club, Grief Support Group, (Kalkaska COA), Kalkaska COA, President Louise all ages are welcome, contact 231 258-5030 Hinds, When: Wed, 10:30 am contact 231-564-0748 Basketry Classes, Alden Library, 8751 When: 3rd Thu, 7 pm Helena Rd, Alden, presented by Dorothy Walter, join anytime, contact 231 331-6583 When: Wed, 1 - 4 pm Line Dancing Class, CETA Hall, 6615 County Rd 612, all skill lev- els welcome. There is no charge. Contact Janet at 231-587-9779 ALSO SEE FARMERS’ MARKETS ON PAGE 7

Northwest MI Voice Vol2018:09 - Apr 27, 2018 3 Obituaries Madonna Grace Chapelle Mary Clare Dufford Mar 15, 1958 – Apr 21, 2018 Apr 20, 1931 – Apr 12, 2018 Madonna Grace Chapelle, 60, Joshua (Tiffany) Fischer, Derek Mary Clare (Weeks) Dufford, born neighbors and strays that needed a went to be with her Lord and Sav- (Briann) Fischer, Tyler (Sarah) April 20, 1931, passed away April place to stay. ior on April 21, 2018, at her home Fischer, Lindsey Lacroix; great 12, 2018 after a three year battle Mary was preceded in death by in Grandville, Michigan. She was grandchildren: Summer, Megan, with a debilitating stroke. her husband Harold in born on March 15, Dawson, Nick, Mia, Mary adored animals 2011, mother, father, 1958 in Los Angeles, Alan, James, Kennide, large and small, but stepmother, sister and California, to Richard Bryce; siblings: Mary her heart belonged grandson Jacob Paul and Margaret (Myers) Schild, James Smith, to her Siberian Meier. LaFuze. Madonna Tarra Hoag, Joyce Huskies; she was a graduated from For- (Fred) Schaub, Rich- She is survived by lifetime member of brothers Doug (Donna) est Area High School ard (Roxy) LaFuze the Great Lakes Sled in 1977, and married Jr, Laura LaFuze; Weeks and Kim Weeks; Dog Association. children Greg (Julie) Morton Chapelle on and many nieces and Mary enjoyed trav- August 25, 1987 in nephews, cousins and Dufford, James (Dee) eling from Alaska Dufford, Cathy (Bob) Ormond Beach, Flor- extended family. to Aruba and every- ida. Scarbrough, Sue (Chip) Madonna was pre- where in between; Adams, Becky (Rick) Madonna was a hard ceded in death by her some of her fondest Marcinkus, and Todd worker who loved, and parents, husband Mor- memories were of the 2 years she (Stephanie) Dufford; 19 grandchil- dedicated her life to, her husband, ton, and Tracy LaFuze. A special lived in Iran. dren and 18 great grandchildren. children and grandchildren. She thank you to Mary Schild, Joyce Hal and Mary relocated from Per Mary’s wishes cremation was a very well-loved woman who Schaub, Penelope Elya, Kristal Marne to Kalkaska in 1980. made a difference in everyone she Schular, Lori Bigelow, Julie Bos, has taken place and a Celebra- Because of their passion for dog tion of Life is scheduled for May befriended. Her sense of adven- friends, family and the entire Hos- sledding, love of snow and the ture was shared with her children, pice Team, for providing love, 12, 2018 at 1:00 pm at Kalkaska wonderful friends they made in the Funeral Home 152 S. Cedar St., grandchildren and great grandchil- sacrifice and support throughout area, Kalkaska became home. dren. Madonna had a smile and this time. Visitation took place on Kalkaska, MI. In lieu of flowers, laugh that were infectious and she Wednesday, April 25, 2018 from Mary never shied away from please consider donating to your truly had a heart of gold. 5 – 8 pm at the Kalkaska Funeral adventure, a new restaurant to try, local Humane Society or Rescue or making new friends. Her home Organization in Mary’s name. She will be lovingly remembered Home. Funeral service on Thurs- day, April 26, 2018 at 11 am, with was always open to her dear mush- by her children: Heather (Rus- ers, horse people, co-workers, sell VaiVada) Bell, Eric (Diane) final visitation at 10 am, at the Chapelle, Wendy (Matt) Hyder, Kalkaska Funeral Home. Marcey (David) Fischer; beloved Donations in Madonna’s honor grandchildren: Destinee, Russell, may be made to the family. Earl Ryan McCain Tyler and Katelynn, Nolan and Arrangements have been entrusted Nov 11, 1985 – Apr 14, 2018 Alyssa Chapelle, Nathan (Cami) to the Kalkaska Funeral Home and Hyder, Mack (Brittiany) Hyder, Cremation Services. Earl Ryan McCain, 32, of Fife Scott, Jason Scott, Jamie Nichols, Lake, passed away on Saturday, Jessica Nichols, Andrew Nichols, April 14, 2018. He was born on and Cory Nichols; his grandpar- Martha Ann Hiller November 11, 1985 in Flint, to ents, Loren and Wayne Bunker. Oct 21, 1964 – Apr 20, 2018 Earl McCain and Earl was preceded in Dawn Fralick. death by his grandpar- Martha Ann Hiller, 53, of Kalkaska, daughters Jaden Hiller and Anna Earl was a big fan of ents, Burke McCain passed away on April 20, 2018 Pitz, parents James Gauld and MMA fighting. He and Elaine Davis. surrounded by her loving family. Barb Shearer, and granddaughter loved deer hunting A funeral service was She was born to James Gauld and Gracie Green. and his family. Earl Barb (Clouse) Shearer on October held on Thursday, She was preceded in death by her was large as life, and April 19, 2018 at 11:00 21, 1964 in Traverse grandparents: Elsie was considered the City. Martha enjoyed a.m. at Wolfe-O’Neill Gauld and Edward and life of the party. Funeral Home with a spending time with Norma Clouse. her family, celebrating He is survived by his visitation starting one holidays and doing A memorial gathering parents, Earl (Denise) McCain and hour prior to service. needle work. She was will take place on Sun- Dawn (Scott) Nichols; his chil- Arrangements were made by full of happiness and day April 29, 2018 at dren, Alexis, Lindsey, and Isaiah; Wolfe-O’Neill Funeral Home, our took pleasure in going the Kalkaska Funeral his siblings, Melissa Mora, Tiffany family serving yours. for car rides and long Home from 12 pm to McCain, Burke McCain, Shawn walks. Martha worked 4 pm. Arrangements as a carrier for the entrusted to Kalkaska United States Postal Service in Funeral Home and Cremation Ser- Rapid City for many years. vices. Martha will be lovingly remem- bered by her husband Bill Hiller,

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Northwest MI Voice 4 Vol2018:09 - Apr 27, 2018 Local Houses of Worship Distribution List

Local Houses of Worship We are often asked where the Northwest Michigan Voice is available. It is delivered to Kalkaska these fine places every other week, and may Calvary Baptist Church be picked up for free: 815 W Dresden St, Kalkaska Sunday morning: Alden Kalkaska County Library 9:30 am - ABF Fellowship Alden Bar Kalkaska Memorial Hospital 9:45 am - Sunday School & Alden State Bank Kalkaska Village Offices Adult Bible Fellowship Alden District Library Marathon Station 10:45 am - Morning Worship Mama’s Country Kitchen McLean’s Hardware Kalkaska Church of Christ Nifty Things Northland 1725 W Kalkaska Rd, Kalkaska Vista Ridge Pick Kwik Sunday morning: 8:30 am - Worship Service Bellaire Saco Citgo 11:00 am - Worship Service Bellaire Public Library Trout Town Tavern & Eatery Up North Grill Kalkaska Church of the Nazarene Central Lake 1367 W Kalkaska Rd, Kalkaska Bachmann’s Store Mancelona Sunday morning: Bo Jangles 9:45 am - Sunday School for all ages Fife Lake Do It Best Hardware 10:45 am - Worship Service Beacon & Bridge Honey Hollow Treasures Kalkaska Peoples Church Fife Lake Public Library Iron Skillet 216 S Cherry St, Kalkaska Fife Lake Resort & Party Store Sunday morning: Mancelona Family Practice Forest Area Federal Credit Union 10:00 am - Bible Study Mancelona Lighthouse Loon’s Nest 11:00 am - Worship Service Mancelona Public Library True Value Hardware Kalkaska United Methodist Church NAPA Auto Parts Village Market 2525 Beebe Rd, Kalkaska Rooted Sunday morning: 10:00 am - Worship Service Kalkaska Shirley’s Cafe 10:15 am - Sunday School Advanced Office Supply True Value Hardware Many Rivers Church All Seasons Hotel & Resort Rapid City B&B Express 2305 N 131, Kalkaska Absolute Shear Shack B.C. Pizza Sunday morning: BP Station 10:00 am - Worship Service Big Boy Clearwater Township Hall Wednesday evening: Family Fare 7:00 pm - Youth Worship Service Cone Corral Forest Area Federal Credit Union St Mary of the Woods Roman Catholic Church North Torch Chiropractic Wellness Center 438 Co Rd 612, Kalkaska G’s Pizzeria Torch Lake Veterinary Clinic Sunday morning: Homeland Lumber Torch Riviera 11:00 am - Worship Service K.A.I.R. Village Market St Paul Lutheran Church 2470 Beebe Rd, Kalkaska KalGas Propane South Boardman Sunday morning: Kaliseum Yankee Boy Kalkaska Animal Hospital 10:00 am - Worship Service Williamsburg Kalkaska Commission on Aging Swanny’s Shell Station Rapid City Kalkaska County Building Rapid City Church of Christ It is also delivered to several of the local schools and 7964 Rapid City Rd, Rapid City Sunday morning: churches, as well as to select senior living facilities. 10:30 am - Worship Service Torch Lake Assembly of God 9456 Valley Rd, Rapid City Helena Twp Community Center, (not the first Wednesday of each Sunday morning: 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, potluck month), 12:30-3 pm, Helena Twp 10:30 am - Worship Service dinner at 6 pm, movie at 7pm, Community Center, 8751 Helena May 3, 4 & 5 - Annual Book Sale, Rd, Alden, led by Lou Slyker, American Contract Bridge League Alden Community United Methodist Church Northland Plaza, 2101 US 131, 9 am - 6 pm daily, proceeds to ben- Director, contact 248-770-6152 9015 Helena Rd, Alden efit the Friends of the Kalkaska May 10 - Antrim Photography Work- Sundays Library, contact 231-258-9411 shop, 5:30-7:30 pm, Helena Twp Community Ceter, Speaker: 9:00 am - Worship Service May 4 - Kindergarten Round Up, Excelsior District 1 Crawford Gavin Smith, photographer for 9:30 am - Children’s Sunday School School, 5521 M-72 NE, student the Detroit Lions, Topic: Lighting Techniques, contact 231-331-4318 10:30 am - ACE (Adult Christian Education) must be 5 years of age by Septem- ber 1, 2018 unless parents sign a May 12 - Kalkaska Youth Cheer Tuesdays waiver for children who willbe five Clinic, Calvary Baptist Church, 10:00 am - Ladies’ prayer group by December 1, 2018, call to make 815 W Dresden St, 9 am - 1 pm, an appointment, 231-258-2934 come see what Cheer is all about May 5 - 17th Annual Rapid City at this free clinic (lunch pro- vided by BC Pizza), to register, continued from page 3 PTO’s Dinner and Auction, Rapid MAY Calendar City Elementary, 5255 River St, contact Cassie, 231-357-4175 May 1 - Tip Night for Kalkaska Coutny May 1 - June 26 - Beginning Bridge Rapid City, dinner and silent auc- May 12 - Spring Women’s Expo, 4H, G’s Pizza, 502 N Cedar St, 5 - Nine Week Course, Tuesdays, tion at 5 pm, live auction at 6 pm, Kalkaska County Civic Cen- - 8 pm, all timps and a portion of 10am-noon, for new players and raffles, bake sale, and a gym filled ter, 1995 Fairgrounds Rd, 11 the night’s proceeds will benefit those who need a review, Helena with auction items, something am - 4 pm, dozens of local busi- the Kalkaska County 4-H Youth Twp Community Center, 8751 Hel- for everyone - to make an auction nesses offering tips and deals Exploration Days, a 4-day pre- ena Rd, Alden, contact Judy King donation contact 231-331-3211 in a one-stop-shopping setting college trip to the campus of MSU. 231-590-7293 or [email protected]. May 9 - Annual Conservation Seri- (this event was rescheduled from April due to inclement weather) May 1 through June 8 - Annual Painted May 2 - Annual Conservation Series: Soil ird: Invasive Species, Kalkaska Chair - Fine Art Silent Auction, Health, Kalkaska County Library, County Library, 247 S Cedar May 12 - Square & Round Dance, Kalkaska County Library, 247 S 247 S Cedar St, 6 pm, expertly mod- St, 6 pm, . expertly moderated Kalkaska COA (Senior Center) Cedar St, items may be seen, and erated community discussion on community discussion on manag- 303 S Coral St, 7 - 10 pm, music bids placed, during regular library managing and conserving our natu- ing and conserving our natural by Straight Forward Bluegrass, hours, Monday through Saturday, ral resources, contact 231-258-9311 resources, contact 231-258-9411 always someone willing to partner and/or teach, donations for the band all items have been created by May 3 - Off the Wall Movie Night, May 9 - October 24, Novice Mentored local artists, contact 231-258-9411 Duplicate Bridge - Wednesdays welcom, contact 231-384-2389 Northwest MI Voice Vol2018:09 - Apr 27, 2018 5 DAR Awards Service Directory

NSDAR Job Winslow Chapter Awards Day, April 21, 2018

Job Winslow Awards Day The DAR American History Essay Contest, pro- On Saturday, April 21, 2018, the Job Winslow duced winners in sixth and eighth grades, this Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the year. The winner for grade six was Isabel Chiara American Revolution, held its annual Awards Seymour, of Traverse City East Middle School. Day. This is a day of jubilant celebration, rec- The winner for grade eight was Grace Mischel, ognizing the work and achievements of several of Cherryland Middle School in Elk Rapids. The deserving people. winning essays are printed on pages 7 and 8 of this paper. The first award presented was the DAR Outstand- ing Civil Air Patrol Cadet Medal, awarded to Cadet 2nd Lieutenant Anne Myler.

Tamara Kolodzeij (center) accepting DAR Good Citizen Award for Devra Catarena Athanasiadis of Petoskey High School

Isabel Seymor (second from right), of TC East Middle School, DAR American History Essay Contes winner for grade six Cadet 2nd Lieutenant Anne Myler DAR Outstanding Civil Air Patrol Cadet Medal The Chapter Outstanding Member Award was presented to Mary Rose, the current chair of the American Flag committee. The DAR Good Citizen Award went to Devra Catarena Athanasiadis, of Petoskey High Following these awards, Regent Carolyn Scott School. Devra was unable to attend the celebra- Risk read the several awards won by the Job Grace Mischel (right),of Cherryland Middle School Winslow Chapter and recognized at the Michigan tion. Accepting the award for her was Tamara in Elk Rapids, DAR American History Essay Kolodzeij, Petosky HS Counselor, who read Contes winner for grade eight State DAR conference. Devra’s winning essay.

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Northwest MI Voice 6 Vol2018:09 - Apr 27, 2018 Community

World War I: Remembering the War to

End All Wars

The Diary of Annalise Thomas JOIN US By Isabel Chiara Seymour, them to school along with me, since my TC East Middle School, mother went to work. At school we are 100+ WOMEN WHO CARE Sixth Grade currently being taught about the war and about patriotism, so I am able to learn Serving November 9, 1918 more about the victories going on over- Normally, news from overseas takes a seas which gives me hope. KALKASKA COMMUNITY few days to reach the newspapers here November 11, 1918 in Brooklyn, but today the news of Today, the New York Times headline Thursday, June 28th Wilhelm’s abdication spread like wild- fire across the country. Every day, the read, “ARMISTICE SIGNED, END Kalkaska United Methodist Church newspaper tells me the stories and the OF THE WAR!” I wondered if this could be true. Honestly, I didn’t really Ministry Center – second (north) entrance events of the Great War. No one ever knew when the Great War would end, know what Armistice meant, but after 2525 Beebe Rd. but today’s news gave us all something a quick read of the article and a trip to to hope for. Today, November 9th, the the library I learned that, on the elev- 6:30 Doors Open to Socialize Emperor of Germany abdicated his enth hour, of the eleventh day, of the throne to Friedrich Ebert. After that, eleventh month, Allies and Germans 7:00 Meeting Begins Wilhelm II fled to the Netherlands. signed an armistice, officially bringing People are saying this might be the end the Great War to a close. of the German monarchy. This news has Immediately I thought of father and given us all something to think about. wondered when he would return home. None of us could predict when or how, If he would return at all. Outside people but this information has sparked the celebrated in the streets saying that the thought of the ending of the Great War. war had finally ended and there would My name is Annalise Thomas. My fam- be peace. I can tell that this day has defi- ily has been greatly affected by this nitely changed lives both here and the war, especially this past year. In May whole world. of 1917 President Woodrow Wilson May 31, 1919 authorized the Selective Service Act, which allowed him to raise a national Six months have passed since my father army for the war that had been going on came home, incredibly well and in great with Germany. My father was drafted. condition for someone who fought in a All men between the ages of eighteen war. Every day we gather to sit around and forty-five were asked to register for the fire and he tells us his stories and military service. Since father joined the secrets of the war. As for mother, she military, mother had to go work in a tex- continues to work in the same textile tile factory, while I was left at home to factory and enjoys contributing to the take care of my three younger siblings. family finances and has felt the inde- This is the only way we could make pendence women have gained. Mother ends meet with father gone. also shared that women in the factory have been talking about getting the right November 10, 1918 to vote. No news has been spread about today She says it has happened in some states yet, but I still can’t get the idea of the and that President Wilson is working war ending out of my mind. I read every to create an amendment to the consti- book, pamphlet, and article I can get tution. Every day, I find myself more my hands on, so that I can understand and more interested in women’s rights. what’s going on. Somedays I even take Currently, I have two books checked out my siblings to the library with me to about the importance of women dur- Yes, you CAN subscribe! find more information, as my father ing the war. I have read about women has always said, “Arm yourself with who have been nurses, spies, soldiers, First Class Mail delivery of the Northwest Michigan Voice, to information.” I know that in Europe, and even journalists during the Great your home is available for $26 per year. some countries gained land while others War. President Woodrow Wilson gave lost it. I also know that landscapes and a speech to Congress last year saying, If you are interested, please contact us. borders between countries have been “We have made partners of the women changed and altered since warfare was in this war; shall we admit them only to email: [email protected], or call: 231-322-2787 or introduced. My father has been fighting a partnership of suffering and sacrifice 231-645-0244 alongside the French army. Warfare has and toil and not to a partnership of privi- developed and suddenly the war has lege and right? This war could not have become very dangerous. Tanks, gas, been fought, either by the other nations artillery, and submarines are all being engaged or by America, if it had not used, and I worry about my father more been for the services of the women— and more. They say that it has turned the services rendered in every sphere—not war into one of death unlike any before merely in the fields of effort in which in human history. we have been accustomed to see them Here in America the differences don’t work, but wherever men have worked seem as big and obvious, but things are and upon the very skirts and edges of changing in different ways, some good the battle itself.” It makes me proud to and some bad. America’s economy has think that people are recognizing the grown from trading with alliances and work of women like my mother. For the women have gained independence, like first time I think about my future differ- my mother. Being stuck at home all day ently—maybe I can have a job someday with nothing else to do, they took it as well, and become a journalist like Remember upon themselves to take up more jobs, some of the women in the Great War. therefore earning more respect in their This war has helped me to look forward society, but with good comes bad. I to a future in which women have more to have had to do a lot of the household opportunities and rights. chores, take care of my siblings, and get frequent FARMERS’ MARKETS our fine Kalkaska Farmers’ Market, Railroad Up Food Bucks, applications now Square, downtown Kalkaska, applica- available, contact Bonnie Flynn, 231 tions available at Kalkaska Village Office, 886-0416 or [email protected] local 200 Hyde St, contact Mike 231 384-1027 When: Thur, 3 to 7 pm (May 17 When: Tue, 2 to 6 pm (May 22 through through October 25) vendors. September 25) Fife Lake Downtown Farmers’ Market, Mancelona Farmers’ Market, Buck 105 E State St, Fife Lake, applications now Pole on the corner of Williams and E. available, contact Jenny 231 879-3702 State Sts, participates in the following When: Saturday, 10 am to 2 pm (opens programs: WIC Project Fresh, Senior May 26) Project Fresh, SNAP/EBT, Double Northwest MI Voice Vol2018:09 - Apr 27, 2018 7 Community

World War I: Remembering the War to Sudoku Puzzle End All Wars By Grace Mischel, ilies apart by joining overseas in April 27, 2018 Cherryland Middle School, these terrible acts. Eighth Grade June 18, 1917 July 28, 1914 Michigan’s population is grow- Clara Worden here. This is my ing like a weed. It is no longer first entry in my brand new diary an agricultural state, industry has that my husband, Doug, got me completely changed the place I call for my birthday. It cost fifty home. Now that this war is in full cents! Despite all of the wonder- force, many of the Eastern Euro- ful milestones that have occurred peans who used to take jobs from in my town of Detroit, Michigan, others in this country can’t work. my stomach is turning in knots. Now, those jobs are open and many I received a telegram moments of the Southerners are filling up ago with the news that Austrian these jobs. Our population is grow- Archbishop Franz Ferdinand has ing as a steady rate, however, we been assassinated. I’m a mess. have contributed over 135,000 ser- The Austrians are scrambling to vice men and women in this war, gain intelligence of the God-awful as well as Base Hospitals sixteen act of terror. They are also search- and seventeen, and the Sixteenth ing every nook and cranny in this Regiment of Engineers. However, world for the murderer of this man. 5,000 casualties have been taken Solution on page 11 The peace of the world has been into account. War is like the age- shattered. Salty tears are stream- old Black Plague, it starts in one ing down my cheeks as I write this place and quickly makes its way to entry. I cannot calm myself. I am a the rest of the world. Diary, writ- poor woman with three children. If ing down my thoughts and feelings war is declared, my husband and I onto your fresh pages relieves my Be sure to like us on Facebook will not be able to provide for our worry and fear. It brings nostalgia www.facebook.com/NorthwestMIVoice young ones, ultimately leading to to thoughts of my peaceful child- their end and ours. The filthy acts hood. My children are doing well, New postings all the time! of terrorism that have come upon however the death of their sister Find us online at www.northwestmivoice.com our world will change us forever. has hurt them. I just pray that all is I am seething. Whose idea was it well overseas. to cause chaos, and hurt the inno- November 11, 1918 cent? Even though my connections with politics are not the finest, I do Jit’s your friend, Clara Worden! It trust that the United States will be is eleven a.m. here in Detroit. Doug smart and not involve itself in the has finally returned from the war. matter that is war. The terror is over, the war that has Kalkaska hung over this planet is gone. My April 5, 1917 children have not stopped hugging COA Once again, it’s your friend, Clara him. They have missed him terri- Worden. This diary has gotten so bly, as have I. The end of the war The Kalkaska County Commission on Aging is planning to have dusty from the fact that I haven’t has led to new rights here in the its Kalkaska Senior Center back in its building at 303 S. Coral written in ages. Darkness has United States. The 19th Amend- Street beginning May 7, following extensive remodeling. fallen over Detroit, my family, and ment to the Constitution has been For the week of April 30 through May 5, all sites will be closed the world for that matter. Hours made, guaranteeing women the (Kalkaska, South Boardman, Rapid City, and Bear Lake). ago, it was announced via telegram right to vote. At first, I thought it that President Woodrow Wilson was just hogwash. I am happy that However, the COA Administrative offices will be open, with lim- has decided to bring the United I will finally have a voice in how ited access, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Please States into the Great War. My fam- our political system works. Also, call the office at 231-384-2389 with any questions. ily has been ripped to shreds by President Woodrow Wilson has An Open House of the remodeled building for the community this. Doug has received a notice changed the Alien Act of 1798, will be announced at a later date. that he has been drafted in the war, now using it to carefully guard our and will be stationed overseas at borders and keep our nation safe the heart of the war, Germany. from the dangers that lie overseas. I’m petrified of what is to come. I Michigan has certainly changed pray that he will be protected and over the past few years. I noticed HELENA TOWNSHIP PARKS & RECREATION FIVE YEAR PLAN remain unscathed. In the meantime a slight shift from those who were DRAFT DOCUMENT AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW I must figure out how I am going working agriculture who left the to support my family. I have no suburbs and went to work in the

Your review is requested before the Plan is submitted to the Helena Township Board of Trustees. work experience, I’ve always kept mechanical and engineering fields. In July 2017, Helena Township's property owners and residents completed a survey to obtain the house, and taken care of the That was noticeable to me since demographic information, and to determine their insights and priorities. The Parks & Recreation children. I am helpless. God help 1900. But, my city of Detroit is no Committee used the survey results as well as other research and information to revise the five year plan, as required for the township to submit grant applications with the State of Michigan's me. longer the town with farms on each Department of Natural Resources thereby allowing the community to potentially receive funding May 5, 1917 side of the road, but a town of fac- in support of the key initiatives outlined in the five year plan. Helena Township residents may tories and industry. However, there review the plan and make comments as follows: Tragedy has struck again. My are significantly less men to work youngest daughter is dead. She You can review the Plan in two ways: the jobs now, many have died of  Go online to www.helenatownship.com and click on “Draft—Parks & Recreation Plan” came down with chickenpox, diseases, rats, and frostbite. Trench  Review a paper copy at the Alden District Library or Helena Township Office. and it was incurable. Doug does foot is a disease where the foot rots not know, I fear for his reaction. To comment on the Plan: from the wetness of the trench.  Email your comments to the Parks & Recreation Committee at [email protected] Thankfully, the rest of my chil- Doug says that many of his friends  Mail your comments to: dren were not able to contract the and fellow soldiers died in the Helena Township Parks & Recreation Committee disease. I am terrified, without P.O. Box 177 trenches. He also said that he was Alden, MI 49612 Doug, there is no steady source very close to death, but that one of ◦ of income. I’ve had to pick up all the other men was able to rescue  Bring your comments to the Parks & Recreation Public Meeting scheduled on: of the odd jobs that I can just to him from a fate that troubles me WEDNESDAY—JUNE 6, 2018 from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. provide a meal for my children and at the HELENA TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY CENTER to even imagine for a second. As 8751 Helena Road; Alden, MI myself. It has been confirmed the we sit in the sitting room with a United States joining the war gives blazing fire, telling stories of life, After the committee reviews the community's comments and makes any needed modifications, the Triple Entente more power. the Plan will be presented to the Helena Township Board for adoption at their regular Board I realize how grateful I am to be meeting, While that’s true, I wish that the with my family today. It is a bless- political leaders of our day would ing, one that is emblazoned in my recognize that they’re tearing fam- mind.

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Kalkaska hires new football coach By John Raffel was selected because of his passion for coach- with students in every school, and worked hard KALKASKA — Kalkaska athletic director Jus- ing, his positive attitude, and his focus on to start to integrate into the community.” tin Thorington has announced Josh Bigy is the building meaningful relationships with his Kalkaska was 4-5 last season. new varsity football coach. student-athletes. He replaces Jeremy Wilkinson, who resigned at “He is currently finishing up the school year in the end of the 2017 season. Oklahoma before he joins us towards the end of May. He did get a chance to visit the week “We had around 20 candidates and did two before spring break. He is a go-getter. He met rounds of interviews,” Thorington said. “Josh Kalkaska boys pick up honors By John Raffel “and he cracked the 1,000th career point finish- bench but as his game really started to elevate, KALKASKA — Kalkaska’s boys’ basketball ing with 1,032 points.” he worked himself into a starting role. Seth has team recently received various all-league hon- Riddle averaged 11.1 points and 4.8 rebounds potential to be a dominant player next year for ors from the Lake Michigan Conference. per game. Fitch averaged 8.7 points, 2.1 us and we will rely heavily on his play. Joe Stosio and Seth Riddle finished first team rebounds, 1.4 steals and 1.2 assists per game. “Chase had several big games for us this year all-conference. Chase Fitch finished honorable “These three were a big part of our success this and we will miss his ability to make plays and mention. year,” Heier said. “Joe was a one-man press shoot the 3. Chase was a big reason we swept break and I never had to worry about a team Elk Rapids this year as he had his best two Stosio averaged 15.3 points. 4.6 rebounds, 4.8 games averaging 19 points in each of those out- steals and 3.6 assists per game. pressing us because he didn’t turn the ball over. Joe was a special player that did it all for us and ings.” “Joe also set the single season steal record with will be hard to replace. Seth was kind of a sur- 122 this year,” Kalkaska coach Cory Heier said, prise for us. He started the year coming off the

Kalkaska girls’ track team has more numbers By John Raffel “Gabby had amazing growth in cross country year, and with the right girls staying healthy KALKASKA — Kalkaska track Andy Hender- and it will be nice to see how much more she and improving we will have a couple much son figures he has good reason to be excited improves,” said Henderson who also has high improved relay teams.” with his Blue Blazers girls’ track team this sea- hopes for freshmen Abby Popa and Jori Keller. Kalkaska competes on the Lake Michigan Con- son. Freshman Abby Popa is “fast,” Henderson said, ference. “It is awesome to have more girls out this sea- while sophomore hurdler and sprinter Catilyn Henderson is high on several newcomers from son,” he said. “Our numbers are near 20 on the Weir is “fast, has good hurdle form and a good the boys’ team including senior Chris Stevens girls’ side. We will be able to put together some attitude.” He added Keller “has a great attitude.” and freshman Grant Ryckman in the sprints; nice relay teams with the girls we have right “These young ladies are all attentive, hardwork- Chase Wise in the long sprints; junior John now. Maybe some more will see what an amaz- ing and coachable. The fact that they are not Weidneski, sophomore Nathan Blasko and ing sport it is and jump on board as well.” afraid of trying new events will pay big divi- freshman Nick Fitzpatrick in the distances; It will be a young team of sorts. dends in the future. We have taken a big step senior Gavin Cartmell and Trace Homan in the forward with numbers. Track truly takes big throws; senior Seth Neckel in the 800 meters “Overall the entire team will be key newcom- numbers to become a complete team. There will “We have a great deal of experience and speed. ers,” Henderson said. “They will lead with their be 30 to 40 girls on this team in the near future positive attitudes and great work ethic.” This speed covers most all of the distances,” and that number should climb from there. Henderson said. Freshman Gabby Paryani will be in the distance “We have a few individuals that will make a and throws. big splash in the Lake Michigan conference this

Kalkaska boys’ team coming off strong 2017 spring season By John Raffel jump and sprints); Cole Nabozny (middle dis- 4X400 relay team of Chavalia, Nabozny, Miller KALKASKA — Andy H. Henderson will be tance, pole vault, relays); Cris Horton (hurdles, and McDowell ran an amazing race at the state coaching the 2018 Kalkaska track and field leadership); Tyler Chavalia (long jump, sprints, meet demolishing the school record set by Jar- boys’ team after coming off a strong season last relays) and Tim Moleski (pole vault, high ret Martin and Kohn Fisher, with a new time of year. jump). 3:23.99. “The men’s team had a very nice season,” As a team, the men won the East Jordan Invi- “Individually Tyler Chavalia improved Henderson said. “They were able to make tational (big School Division), third in the immensely and placed 10th at the state meet in great strides in the sprint relays, qualifying 2 conference, and sixth at regional. the 100-meter dash, Kyle McDowell ran in the of 3 (4x100 and 4x400) for the state meet and “The team took a huge step forward in a com- open 800 meters again this year placing sixth missing the 4X200 relay by 1/10th of a second. petitive sense in both meets and for open spots with a time of 1:59.36.” The team also saw improved performances that on relay teams and individual events. The Key returning athletes include: seniors Kyle scored many points throughout the season in the 4X100 team (Chavalia, Guggisberg, Jordan McDowell in the sprints and distance; Jor- shot put, discus, high jump, sprints, pole vault, Smith, and Kyle McDowell) broke the school dan Smith in the sprints and high jump and and hurdles. record set back in 1983 with a new time of 44.35 Micah Miller in the middle distance (400-800); “It will be difficult to replace the seniors that all and placed 10th at the state meet,” Henderson junior Ashtyn Guggisberg in the throws; and made a mark on this team.” said. “The 4X200 team of Tyler Chavalia, Cole sophomores Cole McKenzie in the sprints and McKenzie, Micah Miller and Kyle McDow- hurdles, Keagan Burley in the middle distance He was referring especially to Ben Farrier (shot ell, placed third at regional a mere 1/10th of a and Hunter Sutton in the distances. put and discus); Brayden Guggisberg (long second from qualifying for the state meet. The

Northwest MI Voice Vol2018:09 - Apr 27, 2018 9 Sports Kalkaska girls get off to winning start By John Raffel came off the cart, we couldn’t get it back. We and won the Lake Michigan Conference and KALKASKA — The Blue Blazers softball learned tonight, that’s what it’s all about. We district before losing in the regionals to Mus- team finally got its season under way on April were a little beat up with injuries. But that’s kegon Oakridge. 12 although more snow would be on its way a not making excuses. Kalkaska has a good ball Two key players graduated: leftfielder Micah few days later. team.” Lajewski and catcher Sadie Wilson. Reed City’s softball team was 4-0 but the Blue Maddie Morgan took the loss in the second Leach and Wilkinson are expected to be a one- Blazers are state-ranked and scored 13-6 and game. Kamryn Myers had two hits. two punch in the pitching circle. Wilkinson 20-2 victories in non-league play over Reed “It’s the first time we’ve been outside, even for is an outfielder and Leach is also a shortstop. City. a practice,” Kalkaska coach Rik Ponstein said. Kooistra is an outfielder and Angela Iott is a “We knew they would be tough,” Reed City “Our field is covered in white. We were happy returning first baseman along with second base- coach Roger Steig said. “Like all tough teams, to be outside, if nothing else.” man Taylor Cavanaugh. you have to keep at them.” Makenzie Leach and Makenzie Wilkinson were “We started our fifth week of softball the week Sidni Rushford took the loss in the first game, the winning pitchers for Kalkaska. Taylor Koo- of April 9 and we haven’t been outside yet,” allowing 13 runs, striking out three and walking istra and Wilkinson had home runs. Ponstein said. “So it’s hard to tell. With the one. “I was happy with the way we hit the ball,” players I have, the strength will be experience Ponstein said. in all areas. We need to get our mental game “The first game, we played tough with them going and improve on some of the things we did for four innings,” Steig said. “Once the wheels Last year’s team, Ponstein recalled, was 37-5 last year, even though we did very well.”

Blazer sluggers waiting on the weather By John Raffel Andrew Child and Jared Cooper were among to develop the other guys. You can never hit KALKASKA — Bill Vandergriff has been the key graduates for the Blazers in 2017. enough.” coaching Kalkaska’s baseball team since 1981. But there are several talented players returning Boyne City and Traverse City St. Francis will But he’s hoping 2018 will start sometime. including Nelson Mitchell, Hayden Zimmer- be among the tough teams in the Lake Michigan Entering this week, the Blazers were still look- man, Logan Fisher and Trevor Koon. Mitchell Conference Vandergriff said. ing for game-time because of the bad winter and Zimmerman are among the key returning With the weather factor, “we’ll be at a dis- hangover. players. advantage if we play someone downstate,” The Blazers were 22-5 last season and gradu- “It’s baseball. You have to play the game,” Van- Vandergriff said. “It might take a while.” ated three players. Vandergriff passed the 700 dergriff said. “I’m hoping when we step on the wins mark last season. field, we’ll have pretty solid defense. I’m not real deep in pitching, so hopefully I’ll be able Numbers low, but quality high at Wolves’ tryout By Greg Gielczyk showed up was impressive.” “One guy, I think we need to come down a little TRAVERSE CITY -- Although the weather kept Included in the group were a handful of local bit on some weight. He’s maybe a little too big, the turnout down for the Northern Michigan players from Kalkaska and Traverse City who and it’s slowing him down too much. I was very Wolves football tryouts on Saturday, April 14, are either back from college, or who didn’t go excited, because linemen are a luxury in this at the Grit, it was the quality that counted most. anywhere in the last couple of years who have league. For the number that showed up, to have decided they wanted to take another shot at three solid linemen ... that was my favorite part Just getting to the facility was a challenge for of the whole tryout.” everyone, including head coach Sean Liles who playing football. made some quick adjustments because of cars A couple of players have played at another Liles added that the offensive line is the dif- being stuck or accidents blocking the roadway level, including with the Canadian Football ference maker in football, at any level. A good on Silver Lake Road and elsewhere. League (CFL) as well as the Arena Football line can make the difference between an okay season and one that can lead to championships. But, it was worth the trouble Liles said. League (AFL) but aren’t ready to hang up their cleats for good just yet. For those who tried out, as well as the veterans “We normally have 30 to 40 at a typical tryout,” who are coming back, the Wolves plan to sched- Liles said. “Considering the storm, I was really Liles said that there were some strong linebacker candidates, who could fill roles at running back ule a couple of practices at the Grit unless the appreciative of the guys who showed up. It was weather allows them to get outside sooner than the quality of the guys that showed up. if necessary. One had a really impressive form as a quarterback, which is a major area of need expected. “Out of the 30 or 40 who usually show up, coming into this season. Another was a very The Wolves, defending Michigan Football there’s a handful of guys that I know I have to athletic 6-foot-3 receiver type. League Tier 2 champions, are going to hold cut because safety is my first concern. Semi-pro another tryout this coming Saturday at the (football) is no joke, man. If I see somebody “Really, it was the quality of the guys that were there that I was really excited about,” Liles said. Grit from 10 a.m. to noon, as only a few vet- that just don’t look like they’ll be able to protect erans were able to make it last weekend. If the themselves, we cut them. “And linemen ... oh, my gosh. I love a good quarterback, and I love a good receiver. But, we weather improves, the Grit has space outside. “Honestly, there was maybe one guy or two that had about three big linemen show up that had Home games are played at TC East Middle I wouldn’t cut them necessarily but put them on good footwork. School. the practice squad. The quality of the guys who Girls on the Run Spring usually brings the songs of birds, cro- conversation-based lessons and running games. While there have been upwards of 60 girls par- cus popping through the end of season snow, Ms. Hixson stated, “From loving and accept- ticipating, this year was limited to 28 due to the and for the past 11 years in Kalkaska, it has ing yourself to learning how to respond to peer lack of adult volunteers. If you would like more also brought the sounds of young girls running pressure and gossip, with lessons on nutrition information, please leave a message for Deanna through the streets as members of the Girls on and making healthy food and exercise choices, Hixson at Birch Street Elementary School, 231- the Run program. Begun by Kalkaska teacher the program physically and mentally prepares 258-8629. Kari Wilson, elementary gym teacher Deanna the young ladies for a 5K event that happens Hixson has been at the helm the past nine years. over Memorial Day weekend in Traverse City.” She has had many co-coaches over the years Hixson reports there are over 2,000 girls from and this year she is joined by Angie Hillier, the region who participate in this celebratory, Marie Strong, and Michelle Utley for the twice- non-competitive run, and their families have the weekly, 10 week program. option to run along with them for support. The Girls on the Run is a nation-wide learning school provides a healthy snack for each meet- program for 8 to 13-year old girls (Kalkaska’s ing and KMHC’s Teen Health Center supports group is for girls in 3rd through 5th grade), the program with a nutrition lesson and a water where life skills are taught through dynamic, bottle for each participant.

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TRIGGER continued from page 1 room.” Anyway Oliwa kept contacting Bustance, so he went over and talked to him. After he talked to the People are often unreasonable, irrational, commission, Bustance accompanied Oliwa to and self-centered. two or three meetings where Bustance met all Forgive them anyway. the commissioners. If you are kind, people may accuse you of Bustance added; “When I attempted to intro- selfish, ulterior motives. duce myself the commissioners indicated they Be kind anyway. knew about me, knew what Trigger does and If you are successful, you will win some told me they wanted us there.” unfaithful friends and Although presently, Trigger has just a one-year some genuine enemies. contract at the Kaliseum, it is hoped it will Succeed anyway. become the club’s permanent home. Grace Martin If you are honest and sincere, “By adding our program and services, it will people may deceive you. further help in getting the Kaliseum profitable Be honest and sincere anyway. getting the workouts he needs to advance his and assist in removing the burden off taxpay- What you spend years creating, ers’ backs,” said Bustance. second career (Franks is also a licensed small engine mechanic). others could destroy overnight. Create anyway. Amateur boxers are carpooling to attend classes, and one of them is Grace Martin, 125lb If you find serenity and happiness, Western Michigan Golden Gloves Champion. some may be jealous. She received an appointment to West Point and Be happy anyway. will start there this July. The good you do today, Kalkaska County was 77th among the state’s will often be forgotten. 83 counties in terms of Overall Child Well- Do good anyway. Being in the 2017 Kids Count in Michigan Give the best you have, Data Book, according to Bustance, and that fits and it will never be enough. in with Trigger’s mission statement. Give your best anyway. “There’s a great opportunity for us to make a In the final analysis, it is between you and God. difference,” said Bustance, who lives in Wil- It was never between you and them, anyway. liamsburg. “Everything is in one spot, schools, -this version is attributed to Mother Teresa Chris Franks baseball (and softball) diamonds and the Kaliseum. These kids can just walk over from school. We already have new kids interested and coming in to box. “ Boxers from Traverse City have been mak- ing the trek over to Kalkaska to continue their A perfect fit for everyone, it would seem. training. Professional boxer and amateur champion Chris Franks is helping to train kids while

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Northwest MI Voice Vol2018:09 - Apr 27, 2018 11 Community Photos & Stories The Mighty Mac swings on up to the UP after closure due to falling ice A Welcome Home to Vietnam Veterans By Judy Kammeraad 2,500 men, five of whom MACKINAW CITY - The died while working on the April 16, 2018 Mighty Mac, as it is so Mighty Mac. The Mighty Mac is a suspension bridge lovingly referred to by that connects Michigan’s Dear Veteran, Michiganders, was closed Wednesday, April 18th, lower and upper Peninsulas. The Job Winslow Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution wish to show our gratitude for your service around 8 am for the fifth time It is the longest suspension by inviting you and your family to a Welcome Home Ceremony during Armed Forces Week, Friday May 19, already this year, due to fall- bridge in the Western Hemi- 2018 beginning 6:00PM at the Kalkaska County Fairgrounds, Kalkaska, Michigan. While The Moving Wall is sphere. Suspension bridges on display, we would like to present you a Commemorative Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin and a Certificate from ing ice. It reopened around the Daughters of the American Revolution in recognition of your service and sacrifice for our nation. 4:30pm. are designed to move so that they can accommodate The United States of America, Department of Defense Vietnam War Commemoration Committee has enlisted The Mackinac Bridge wind, temperature changes, many organizations as Commemorative Partners to host events honoring all Veterans who served during the Authority works hard at Vietnam Period of 1955-1975. We have partnered with the Michigan Heritage Foundation who are in support and weight. With high winds of our efforts and this initiative. We know that some may not be able to attend, in that case, if you would like to keeping all motorists safe. it is possible that the deck receive a certificate and pin, please complete and mail the information below with a note indicating your The bridge officials said, between the towers could inability to attend and we will mail to you. There is no charge to participate in this Welcome Home Event. “The bridge has already been move as much as 30 feet or Please respond by May 5, 2018 with the below listed information using any of the means listed. Print clearly to closed because of falling more (east or west). Some ensure name/rank are spelled correctly on certificate. Rank should be spelled out. Mail, Email or Call: ice four times in 2018, and people joke that the bridge The Moving Wall P.O. Box 789, Kalkaska, MI 49646 / [email protected] / 231-369-3333 20 times total, according to swings, when it really is Authority records.” Sheets just moving in one direction and chunks of ice falling hun- based on the direction of the dreds of feet have the great wind (east or west). Name:______potential to severely damage vehicles or even kill motor- The Mackinac Bridge walk ists. The Mackinac Bridge started in June of 1958 during Rank______Service Branch______Years Served______Authority takes this seri- the dedication ceremony, led by Governor Williams. There ously. Crews are constantly were only 68 people that Address______surveying the bridge through a network of cameras located walked across the bridge. The the length of the span The annual walk was changed to Phone Number(s)______Email______Bridge Authority knows that Labor Day in 1959. A record bridge closure is an enor- number of walkers took part in 1992, when President Are You Willing to Walk/Ride in National Trout Festival Parade 2PM April 28th, 2018? Yes No mous inconvenience for most people. Ultimately, they must George H. W. Bush walked. keep your safety as their main An estimated 85,000 people concern. Robert Sweeney, joined him. The Labor Day Executive Secretary of the bridge walk has been an Mackinac Bridge Authority exhilarating experience and said, “When people are wait- a family tradition for a lot of Michiganders. People from ing for the bridge to reopen, our staff doesn’t rest until we all over the world come to can get them moving again walk the Mighty Mac, but to safely.” People can actually one local lady, Kathy Willis, it sign up to receive updates, holds a very special meaning. Kalkaska 4-H Taco Bar via text message, concern- “The bridge is very special to ing closure due to weather, or me. Born in Sault Ste. Marie, When Kalkaska County 4-H Lead- to have the new equipment as soon as other conditions. To sign up, my dad helped build the ership Association President Pete possible. What’s especially fun about text “MacBridge” to 67283. Mighty Mac. Being a welder Shetler suggested the group change this fundraiser is the youth and family Even though we live in a he welded my name along their annual fundraiser from a spa- involvement. 4-H kids, as young as 5 busy world with people to with my siblings’ names ghetti dinner to a taco bar, his fellow and as old as 19, performed a variety see, places to go, and dead- under the bridge, I’ve walked leaders replied, “Yes!” and took off of jobs such as bringing beverages to lines to make we are truly it multiple times. Enjoying it with the idea. It was a good decision attendees and delivering meals to the thankful for the Mackinac every time I cross.” as organizers counted over 300 com- tables. Some were on dish duty while Bridge Authority and their If you would like to brave the munity members coming through the others scooped up taco meat and refried hard work at keeping us all Mighty Mac and walk 200 doors to have a taco or three, bid on beans. Saxton reported there were 40 safe. feet about the waters that are over 80 silent auction items or win a volunteers helping throughout the three The Mackinac Bridge is a 120 feet deep you can meet pie in the live auction. Their goal was hour event. If you are interested in what Michigan’s Governor there to earn enough money to purchase PA 4-H has to offer our community’s youth monument to civil engi- neering. Construction of at 7 a.m. on Labor Day. The equipment to use for livestock shows, or you are interested in being an adult walk starts in St. Ignace. their new baseball program, family fun volunteer, please stop by the MSU- this beauty began in May of events, etc. MSU-Extension 4-H Pro- Extension office at 890 Island Lake Rd 1954. The Bridge opened to For more information, check gram Coordinator Karie Saxton said in the County Annex building. traffic on Nov. 1, 1957. The out www.mackinacbridge.org that goal was met and they are excited project took three years and

Enthusiastic crowd at 4-H Taco Bar fundraiser

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