Group Builds Ramp for Veteran, Helps Other Vets by Judy Reed

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NEWS - page 2 NEWS - page 3 A & E - pages 8-9 SCHEDULE - pages 10-11 SPORTS - pages 18-19 Group builds ramp for veteran, helps other vets By Judy Reed

Purple Heart Homes While plan- West Michigan Chapter ning to build and Team Depot made life the ramp, he easier for some of our vet- discovered erans over the weekend. through dis- On Saturday, July 7, cussions with the group met at the Ce- community darfield Community on manager Mar- 17 Mile Road, next to ilyn Doane Meijer, to build their first that there were Dale Beatty Memori- also three al Ramp for U.S. Navy World War II Vietnam veteran William veterans in t Gregones. The also as- he park: Tom sisted three World War Sharpe, Clar- II veterans with cleaning ence Carlon, Courtesy photo. up around their homes by and Louis Courtesy photo. trimming bushes, mowing Milewski. Purple Heart Michigan built this ramp for William Gregones on Saturday, July 7. Solon Fire and members of Purple Heart Homes. the grass, cleaning out “So I talk- posted about their expe- pectedly on February 12. one of the veterans and and raking flower beds, ed with Rolling Thunder rience helping with the “Dale always had a huge his wife, Tom and Shir- and power washing their Chapter 4 of Muskegon, project on their Facebook heart for our veterans, ley Sharp, who celebrated homes. as well as Combat Vets page. “It was a great expe- being a double amputee their 64th anniversary July According to spokes- MC and Solon Township rience that we were glad from the US Army him- 10. man Doug Pickel, they Fire and asked them for to be involved with in our self, and one of my good To follow what they are built the ramp to make it help with this random act community. Thanks to ev- friends. So we’re doing doing, like their Facebook easier for Gregones to get of kindness for all four. eryone who was a part of these wheelchair ramps page at https://www.face- in and out of his home. The veterans were very today’s experience,” they in his honor, something book.com/PHHWM/. “That’s what Purple Heart happy for the company wrote. he always wanted to do,” Homes is all about, re- and hard work, but most The ramp was built in explained Pickel. The ramp was built in memory moving the barriers in of all the kindness and memory of Dale Beat- After the work was of Dale Beatty, a founder of Purple Heart Homes and a their home to improve friendship of the whole ty, one of the founders done, they held an ice veteran. Courtesy photo. their quality of life,” ex- day,” remarked Pickel. of Purple Heart Homes cream social for everyone, plained Pickel. Solon Township Fire who passed away unex- and had a special cake for July Summer celebration New superintendent takes the reigns starts next week By Judy Reed Are you ready to have some fun next week? The Scott Smith, the new Cedar Springs Commu- superintendent at Cedar nity Summer Celebra- Springs Public Schools, is tions for July runs July ready to take on the chal- 16-22, and offers a little lenge of building trust, something for everyone! collaboration, and healing Some of the events in- within the district. “I’m ex- clude archery for tweens cited,” he said. at the Red Flannel Rod Smith took over on July 1 and Gun Club (a Cedar from interim superintendent Springs Public Library Mark Dobias. event); Bike nights, So how does Smith plan live music, and a farm- to proceed? He said he er’s market at the Cedar plans to first start getting Springs Brewing Com- to know staff. “It’s about pany; Salsa dancing at having conversations with Kin of Hope Natural people, getting a sense of their needs, and how we Superintendent Scott Smith begins a new era in Cedar Health Dance and Fit- Springs. Post photo by J. Reed. ness Studio; a painting can best serve their work,” class at the CS Library; he explained. “Conversa- someone that helps people He knows some people fun in the park with a tions with an elementary maximize their talent, time, on staff and in the commu- bounce house and water bal- the Heart of Cedar Springs, Cedar Springs Community principal will be different and ambition. “We need to nity will want to get things loon toss; movie at the Kent and more. See their ad on Summer Celebrations Face- than conversations with a make sure people have what off their chest. He said that Theatre—Ocean’s Eight; page 3 for dates, times and book page for any schedule grounds supervisor.” they need to be wildly suc- the healing piece would sidewalk sales; concerts in locations, and follow their changes. Smith sees his role as cessful,” he explained. REIGNS - continues on page 17 Page 2 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, July 12, 2018 Pediatric brain Solon receives opportunity for cancer non-profit matching grant for park Solon Township’s Velzy Park Committee received expands reach some exciting news re- “The Cure Starts Now” adds Cedar Springs cently. The committee, under the direction of So- Chapter in honor of Brison Ricker lon Township, has been International non-profit attempting to raise funds The Cure Starts Now an- to complete Phase One nounced last week that its of Velzy Park, which in- 38th chapter has been es- cludes a playground and tablished in Cedar Springs restroom facility. The in honor of Brison Ricker. park is located behind the The addition of this new Township office at 15185 chapter allows The Cure Algoma Ave. Starts Now to further its Recognizing the need, mission of finding the a Solon Township family Homerun Cure for cancer has pledged $25,000 as a by funding research of one matching grant in an effort of the deadliest, most ag- Brison Ricker to finance the restroom. gressive forms of cancer: The planned structure is DIPG (diffuse intrinsic slated to be a 3-season pontine glioma)—a cancer that primarily affects children. unisex unit, which will be The Michigan Chapter of The Cure Starts Now was started by open to the public during Kimberly Ricker in honor of her son, Brison. Diagnosed with park hours. In order to fully utilize the grant, the committee as the window for the matching grant closes on October 31, DIPG on January 22, 2016, Brison battled for 23 months before will need to acquire an additional $25,000 in donations. They 2018. If you would like to make a contribution, or to volun- passing away, just twelve days before his 17th birthday. Though are planning various fundraisers and looking into creating a teer at events, please call the Solon Township office at 696- he was young, Brison displayed a level of maturity not seen in gofundme page in an effort to match the grant. 1718. Watch our facebook page or the Post for upcoming many his age. He showed kindness, compassion, and respect to The committee is asking for your help. Timing is limited, events. everyone—helping the new kid, or sitting with the child that was being bullied. “DIPG is a horrific disease and no child should have to go through this and no parent should have to watch this happen to Artists, authors, and you their precious child,” said Brison’s mother, Kim. “Brison has made us forever Rickerstrong, and in his honor, we will share his story, we will advocate, and bring as much awareness to DIPG as possible, so we can together work towards a cure!” The Cure Starts Now believes, as the experts do, in the Homer- un strategy—that in order to cure cancer, you have to focus on those forms that are immune to conventional treatments, those that affect children, and those that are the “biggest bullies.” To do this, The Cure Starts Now funds research previously thought to be too ambitious or impossible. By operating with less than 3 percent overhead, The Cure Starts Now is able to ensure that money donated through the fundraising efforts of its chapters goes directly to funding innovative research. The Cure Starts Now is one of the only cancer foundations dedicated to finding the Homerun Cure for cancer by focusing on one These works of art by artist Nancy Clouse are on display in the Cedar Springs Public Library. Courtesy photos. of the rarest, most aggressive forms of cancer. Believing in more than just awareness, The Cure Starts Now has funded over $10 Have you seen the art work on display in the new library? in Wonderland) and “Tulip Festival Klompen Dancers.” million in cancer research, resulting in 59 cutting edge research There is a continually changing art exhibit sponsored by Nancy Clouse graduated in Art Education from MSU grants in 6 countries since 2007. the Cedar Springs Public Library, and it’s currently featur- in 1960. She taught art from elementary to college level Learn more about The Cure Starts Now and their mission to ing the works of Nancy Clouse. These are oil and collage students, including exhibiting in local shows such as the find the Homerun Cure for cancer at https://thecurestartnow.org/. on particle board paintings titled “Return of Alice” (Alice Methodist Church Celebration of the Arts; the Grand Rap- ids yearly Art Festival exhibition; Lowell’s West Michigan Craft Beer, Wines, Sodas & Great Food Regional; and the Muskegon Regional. Many of her works are in private collections. Since retiring, she is enjoying ROBYN BRITTON the continued learning and teaching involved in providing Brauhaus NELSON TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR tours as a docent at the Grand Rapids Art Museum. & VOTE AUGUST 7, 2018 Nancy says that, “After teaching art for more than 30 LARRY STELMA – KENT COUNTY SHERIFF years, I continue to be interested in many different me- Restaurant PATRICK MALONE – KENT COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONER dia. I am currently interested in combining literary works ROGER MORGAN – KENT COUNTY COMMISSIONER JEFF KNAPP – SPENCER TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR or phrases with abstract or semi-abstract imagery. 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TwoBy Judy Reed crashes in two days POST Highlights News...... pages 1-3 There were two crashes in just over 48 hours Church Connection...... pages 4-5 at a rural intersection in Courtland Township this week. Voices & Views...... page 5 The first crash occurred at 15 Mile Rd and Arts & Entertainment...... page 8 Shaner Ave on Sunday, July 8, at about 12:25 Natl Ice Cream Month...... page 9 p.m. According to Deputy Tim Essig, with traffic and safety at the Kent County Sheriff’s Office, Sparta Town & Country.... pages 10-11 the crash occurred when an 80-year-old from Outdoors...... page 12 Whitmore Lake, Michigan, who was traveling westbound on 15 Mile Rd, ran the stop sign at Health & Fitness...... page 13 Shaner Avenue and collided with a Volvo station Legals...... page 14 Business Professionals...... page 15 Classifieds...... page 16

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uty Essig said that the crash The occurred when a 61-year-old woman from Grand Rapids, www.cedarspringspost.com who was traveling eastbound ST 36 E. Maple,P P.O. Box 370, Cedar Springs, Michigan 49319, on 15 Mile in a Ford Focus, phone: 616-696-3655 • fax 616-696-9010 failed to stop at the stop sign published weekly, USPO third-class POSTal permit #81. at Shaner Avenue and was Publisher: ...... Lois Allen hit by a 21-year-old Cedar Editor/Reporter: ...... Judy Reed Springs man driving a 2010 Columnist: ...... Ranger Steve Mueller This crash occurred at 15 Mile and Shaner Ave on Tuesday, July 10, when a Ford Focus ran the stop sign Dodge Ram. The drivers Composition:...... Belinda Sanderson and was hit by a Dodge Ram truck. Photo courtesy of Ron Parker. only suffered minor injuries. Advertising Consultants:...... Lois Allen, Neither were transported to ...... Melissa Kleyn, Marybeth Ford wagon driven a by a 52-year-old from Grand Rapids. Nei- the hospital. Office Manager: ...... Mary Randall ther driver was injured. Both Courtland Fire and Rockford Ambulance assisted at Check out our website at: The second crash occurred on Tuesday, at 5:53 p.m. Dep- the scenes of both crashes. www.cedarspringspost.com E-mail us at: [email protected] [email protected] Year’s second Adopt-A-Highway [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] cleanup coming [email protected] Motorists should be on the lookout beginning Saturday as thousands of [email protected] Adopt-A-Highway volunteers fan out along state roadways from Calumet News, Advertising & Announcement Deadline: Mondays by 5:00p.m. to Kalamazoo picking up litter. Participants in the Michigan Department of Transporta- tion (MDOT) program will clean highway Cedar Springs Area Chamber of Commerce roadsides from July 14 to 22 during the second of three scheduled pickups this year. and community presents Every year, Adopt-A-Highway volunteers regularly collect 65,000 to 70,000 bags of trash. The popular program began in 1990 A WEEKEND OF FUN and has grown to involve more than 2,800 CLEANUP - continues on page 14 July 20th to 22nd FRIDAY, JULY 20TH the Cedar Springs Public Library has a Preschool Story Time - Fast facts: • The second Adopt-A-Highway of Marshmallow launcher - 11:15am. the year is July 14-22. • Adopt-A-Highway volunteers Are you looking for regularly collect more than 65,000 bags of litter annually. more outdoor fun!!!! • Sections of highway are still FUN IN THE PARK available to adopt. Go to www. hosted and sponsored by the Come join us in Morley Park for a fun filled time! michigan.gov/adoptahighway for There will be a bounce house along with a water more information. Ensley Team - Five Star Real Estate Leaders balloon toss for the kids to enjoy during the hours of 2:00pm-4:00pm on Friday, July 20th.

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SUNDAY, JULY 22ND we have our second HEART OF WORSHIP in • Tintable Stone Guard • All-Over Paint & Spot Repair • Glass Installed the Heart of Cedar Springs Concert Series – 6pm. (616) 636-5341 89 N. Third Street Please follow the @Cedar Springs Community Summer Celebrations Facebook page for any schedule changes and for other Cedar Springs Community events happening in July. Free Estimates Sand Lake Other sponsors: Five Star Real Estate-Holliday Group, Green Family and Friends, and DTE Energy. Page 4 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, July 12, 2018 Church Connection

spiritual notes • announcementsnam War was •raging, memories and know that love is complicated. It is a lot of different emo- protests and riots filled the tions and actions. Here are just a few ways to look at this streets. This song about love complicated thing called love. pierced through the cacoph- Love is a function of surrender. Loving God is surrender- ony of anger and anxiety of ing our will and our hearts and our trust to God. Surrender- those days. ing to God means we set aside our own plans and look for The funny thing is that God’s plan for us. The good news is that God wants the best someone recently sang that for us! When we love God, it means we place our humble song at an event I attend- trust in Him and show others that God can be trusted with ed and the words rang true everything in our lives. The more we surrender to God, the again. The song is needed in more our human nature is replaced by a nature that looks these turbulent times of dis- more and more like Jesus. cord and division. It seems Love is a function of commitment. We might feel warmed as though this is a time with gratitude when we consider all that God has done for when no one knows what us but love is more ngagementthan being thankful. It is a stubborn, to believe anymore. No one unwaveringE commitment to God and others. To love our neighbor isE to imitate God by taking their needs seriously knows whom to trust. E But love transcends time just as God takes our needs seriously. Pastor Inge Whittemore and is something to hold onto. It is in a simple answer that Love is a function of compassion.irth Compassion for others Jesus gave to an inquiring expert wanting to know which is the reflectionB Bof God’s loving compassion for us. It is EAST NELSON CHURCH law was the most important. He answered, “Love the Lord having an interest and concern in the welfare of our neigh- 9024 18 Mile Rd, Cedar Springs your God with all your heart and with all your soul and bor. It is the generosity of giving of ourselves; not just mon- with all your strength and with all your mind; and, love ey but concern, interest,nniversary time and involvement. LOVE IS ALL WE NEED your neighbor as yourself» (Luke 10:27 NIV). We humansAA search for love because we are made in the He simplified all the rules and laws into these two things. image of God and God is love. When we read deeply into “What the world needs now... is love sweet love. That’s Love God. Love people. He didn’t qualify it in any way. the scriptures, when we don’t simply take a thin slice at the only thing that there’s just too little of.” I bet the tune It was and is a wide open entreaty to everyone and is as them we discover that everyedding action that God has taken to- came to you! Dionne Warwick sang the song back in 1968 relevant today as ever. ward humanityW is because He loves us. So let us surrender and it was really needed in that turbulent year when Martin Love for God and neighbor is like two sides of one coin. to God, commit our lives, and be compassionate to others Luther King and Bobby Kennedy were killed. The Viet- They are two different things yet they are one. Still, we all as we work to live the wayemorial of Jesus Christ in all we do. Love is all youM need. Church O bituary CHRISTINE LYNN SCHOEPPE March 26, 1953 – June 10, 2018 EastEast Nelson Nelson Church Church “Where “Where You Youare Loved”are Loved” Directory hankyou! 9024—902418 —Mile18 Rd.Mile NE Rd. NE SAND LAKE Cedar Springs MI 49319 T Cedar Springs MI 49319 TT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Christine “Chrissy” 616-696616--0661696- 0661 Sunday 9:30 am Worship Service 65 W. Maple St. • Sand Lake • 616-636-5673 Sunday 9:30 am Worship Service Lynn Schoeppe, Pastor Inge Whittemore Pastor Inge Whittemore SundaySunday KidZone KidZone 9:45 9:45am Ages am Ages4 to 124 to 12 Rev. Darryl Miller • Worship Service 9:30 am Like us on Facebook Like us on Facebook (no alcohol) ~ age 65, of www.eastnelsonumc.org ThursdayThursday KidzKlub KidzKlub 6 pm 6Ages pm Ages4 to 124 to 12 HaLL RentaL $75.00 www.eastnelsonumc.org Call Barb Gould 616-636-5615 Maricopa, Arizona nnouncement passed AawayA into Sunday School 9:30am Solon Center Wesleyan Church eternal life with Sunday Morning Worship 10:45am Senior Pastor,Worship Rev. Chadrick 11 a.m. Brown 22 Mile Road N. to Sand Lake her family by her Sunday Evening Worship 6pm ServiceSolon TimeCent: e10r am Awana Wednesdays 6:30pm Solon Center Wesleyan Church side on Friday, 19 Mile Road (Sept. - March) www.scwchurch.org Cedar Springs Wesleyan Church M-46 June 10, 2018. Adult Bible Study Wednesdays 7:00pm org solonc616-696-3229enterwesleyanchurch.org Algoma Ave. US-131 S. to G.R. Christine was born 233 S. Main Street • 616-696-1630 • www.csfbc.com Pasto15671r Dou Algomag DiBell Ave., Cedar Springs Just N. of 19 Mile Rd. PastorSummer Doug Worship DiBell - 10AM & in Grand Rapids, SeniorPastor To mPastorHollow aTomy, Mu sHollowayic/Youth June-August Michigan to Lyman H I L L C R E S T Community Church of God 15671St.Algoma AJohnve., Cedar Spr inPaulgs Just N. of 1II9 Mile RParishd. 616-696-3229 and Joan Gates, TO KNOW CHRIST AND MAKE HIM KNOWN A Welcoming Catholic Church 5994 18 Mile Rd, Cedar Springs, MI 49319 616-696-9333 of Cedar Springs, Senior Pastor Kristi J. Rhodes 3110 17 Mile Road | Cedar Springs, MI | 696-3904 Michigan. She was preceded in death by her brother, Steve, Worship: Sunday 10:00 am Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:00pm • Sunday Mass: 8:30am, 10:30am & 5:00pm and father, Lyman. She is survived by her mother, Joan, Nursery & Children’s Church during message Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturdays at 3:00 pm & Sundays at 4:00 pm *Thursday - Open Prayer 6-7:30pm and brothers, Curt and Bryan, along with her husband of *Youth & Kidzone will resume this fall. jp2-mqa.org | Father Lam T. Le | [email protected] 18 years, Jay. There are also may aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, in-laws and dear friends. Chrissy will be dearly Sunday Worship 9:45 AM Christian Education Hour 11:15 AM ChurCh of the fuLL GospeL missed by everyone she came in contact with, a loving and Family Bible Hour 6:00 PM (since 1946) Non-Denominational • pentecostal Grace caring person who never complained about anything or 12786 Algoma Ave 180 E. Lake St. Sand Lake (1 block E. of Traffic Light) anyone. She loved traveling with her husband Jay, as they Word of Life Clubs: Wed. 6:30 PM Sunday School .....10am / Sunday Morning .....11am Cedar Springs were always seeking adventure in the USA and abroad with www.MBC-Cedar.com Adult Bible Study and Prayer Sunday Night ..... 6pm 696-3560 Wednesdays 6:30 PM pastor Gary Giddings (616) 799-0331 warmer climates in the winter months, and making many friends along the way. She was wonderful homemaker, Courtland-oakfield united Methodist ChurCh cook, and gardener and truly loved to do all things with a Mary Queen of Apostles Church   10295 Myers Lake Ave.-1.5 Miles South of 14 Mile Rd. positive attitude! A memorial gathering will be held at the Roman Catholic Faith Community   Pastor: Rev. Kim DeLong 866-4298 Rockford Community Cabin on Sunday, August 19, from   One W. Maple, Sand Lake | 636-5671  coumc.weebly.com 12:30 – 3:30 p.m., 220 N. Monroe, Rockford, MI 49341. Mass Times: Saturdays at 5:30 pm • Sundays at 7:30 am & 9:30 am    sunday Worship : 11 aM Sacrament of Reconciliation: Mondays at 6:00 pm enhanced fitness: 10 a.m. M/W/f Father Lam T. Le | [email protected]  Cedar Springs Christian Church PILGRIM BIBLE CHURCH & ACADEMY 340 W. pine St. West Pine Street • 696-1021• Rev. Mike Shiery pastor ryan Black: SerMonS online SundayS: on CTA property* non-denominational 10:30 a.M. Cedar Springs Bliss-Witters & Pike Sunday School 9:45 MondayS: 616.696.1180 Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home is family owned and *NOT affiliated with WoRShIP 10:45 aM and 6:00 P.M. open prayer Creative Technologies operated by Kevin and Janet Pike. 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Drive. We are available to serve you 24 hours a day, 7 days Cedar Springs Cedar Springs United United Methodist Methodist Church Church a week. Pioneer Christian Reformed Church 140 S.140 Main S. St., Main PO St., Box PO K, CedarBox K Springs , Cedar Springs 616-696-1140616-696-1140 • www.cedarspringsumc.org  www.cedarspringsumc.org Services at Cedarfield Community Center Email: Email: [email protected] [email protected] 3592 17 Mile Rd. NE (Next to Meijer) Phone: 696-9120 Pastor Bill Johnson Sunday Worship Service: 10:15 a.m.Pastor • Coffee Jane Fellowship: Duffey 11:15 a.m. Web: www.pioneercrc.org Sunday WorshipSupervised Service: Nursery 10:15 Care a.m. Provided  Coffee Fellowship: 11:15 a.m. Sunday Services: 10AM, 6PM Wednesdays: Food & Faith: 6:00pmSupervised dinner, 6:20-7:00pm Nursery Care Christian Provided Education Wednesdays: Food & Faith: 6:00pm dinner, 6:20-7:00pm Christian Education Do you know that Saturday is the Sabbath? Rockford Springs Community Church Pastor David Vander Meer To learn more about 13603 Northland Drive 5815 14-Mile Rd. (3 miles east of 131) • 696-3656 The Church of God the Sabbath and the Cedar Springs, MI 49319 Fellowship Group of Michigan www.rockfordsprings.org truth of the bible visit (616) 696-1410 Pastor Bruce Chapman Sunday WorShip Kevin Pike - Manager, Janet Pike Assistant 9:30am • 5:00pm 616.636.9209 www.cogfgomi.org EEngagement BB irth nniversary Thursday,AA July 12, 2018 The Cedar Springs Post Page 5 WChurchedding Two things are Let no corrupt communication ConnectionM emorial proceed out of your mouth, Mis online @ hard on the heart — but that which is good to the cedarspringspost.com use of edifying, that it may bituary running up stairs minister grace unto the O and running down hearers. TT hankyou! people. Ephesians 4:29 We would like to thank everyone who has From God’s Little Instruction Book- Honor Books been so generous with their donations of food, money, nnouncementclothing, household items andAA more since we lost everything in a fire on July 1. We would especially like to thank Courtland, Cedar Springs, Oakfield, Spencer, Sand Lake, and Algoma Fire VOICES/VIEWS Departments; Rockford Ambulance; The Springs Church, Cedar Springs United Methodist Church, and Courtland Oakfield Post Scripts United Methodist Church; our dear friends Duane and Tiffany; our neighbors Laura and Don DeLange; the Klco family; Cedar NOTICE Café; B&B Beauty Salon; The Cedar The Cedar Springs Post welcomes letters of up to 350 to our Advertisers for Springs Post; and so many others who words. The subject should be relevant to local readers, Thank you have helped us. We could not get through and the editor reserves the right to reject letters or edit for this without you! You’ve turned a tragic clarity, length, good taste, accuracy, and liability concerns. moment into a blessing from the Lord. All submissions MUST be accompanied by full name, mail- KEEPING THE Thank you all so much! ing address and daytime phone number. We use this information to verify the letter’s authenticity. We do not print Brian, Melissa, Zach, and Mackenzie anonymous letters, or acknowledge letters we do not use. Weber Writers are limited to one letter per month. Email to news@ POST COMING! cedarspringspost.com, or send to Post Scripts, Cedar Publish Springs Post, PO Box 370, Cedar Springs, MI 49319. #shopthepost your

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ANSWERS - on page 17 Call Today! 616.696.3655 Shop LOCAL • Shop The POST Page 8 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, July 12, 2018 ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT ometown JOKE Happenings of theWeek Eulogy Hometown Happenings articles are a community service for non-profit agencies only. Due to popular demand for placement in this section, we can no longer run all articles. Deadline for articles is Monday at 5 p.m. This is The old man had died. A wonderful funeral was in H progress and the country preacher talked at length of Hnot guaranteed space. Articles will run as space allows. Guaranteed placement is $10, certain restrictions may apply. You now can email your Hometown Happenings to [email protected] please include the good traits of the deceased—what an honest man he was, and what a loving husband and kind father he was. name and phone number for any questions we may have. The man’s widow listened intently to the preacher, then finally leaned over and whispered to one ofher at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 180 Northland Drive, Garage & Bake Sale Benefit children, “You better go up there and take a look in the July 13-14: Algoma Baptist Church, 10515 Grange Ave., Sand Lake. July 16-20 from 6 to 8 pm. Ages 4 years old th coffin and see if that’s your pa in there.” Rockford, is hosting a Garage and Bake Sale Benefit for to entering 6 grade. For registration information, please th email [email protected] or call 616-636-5502. North Kent Connect on Friday, July 13 from 9 am to 5 pm This Joke of the Week is and Saturday, July 14th from 9 am – 3 pm. Older vintage #27,28b tools, knick knacks, garden tools, clothing, books, golf clubs, brought to you by exercise equipment, glassware, musical instruments, fishing Michigan Blood Drive lures, music boxes, toys, miscellaneous items too numerous July 17: Michigan Blood will have a Blood Drive on Tuesday, classic kelly’s to mention. #28p July 17th at the Cedar Springs United Methodist Church. A Finer Family Restaurant and Catering The Drive will go from 12:30 pm until 7:00 pm. HOT DOG 356 North Main St., Cedar Springs CS Youth Football League Fundraiser DAYS! A member of the Cedar Springs Women Club will (616) 696-0620 July 14: The Cedar Springs Youth Football League (CSYFL) be grilling hot dogs for all who attempt to donate. More will be holding an all age fundraising event on Saturday, July importantly, each donation has the potential to save three 14th from 10 am to 2 pm at Skinner Field, 90 Cedar St. Tickets lives. Come have lunch/supper with us and help a neighbor are two for $1.00. Tickets will be used for all events except in Michigan. #28 concessions and spirit wear (cash & credit accepted). It will Library feature a dunk take, kids games, bake sale, succulent plant Wild About Books & Animals? sale (cash only), can drive, gift basket raffles, spirit wear and July 17: Are you wild about books AND wild about animals? concessions. Can Drive drop off Friday, July 13 at Family Then you want to come to the Cedar Springs Library Farm & Home 8 am – 8 pm, Saturday, July 14 at Skinner Community Room on Tuesday, July 17 from 1 -2 pm for an Field 8 am – 4 pm, and Sunday, July 15 at Family Farm & exciting look at live animals from different countries and Home 8 am – 8pm. All proceeds will go to CSYFL. #28 diverse ecosystems. This program is up-close, hands-on, safe and FUN! #28 VBS @ Resurrection Lutheran Church July 16-20: Join us as we discover Jesus from eternity past Alohorma! Unlock Your Harry Potter to eternity future with Time Lab Vacation Bible School Drawing Skills July 18: Corinne Roberts, local illustration artist, is back with NOW SHOWING a family friendly, Harry Potter drawing session. Parents or Directory guardians are strongly encouraged to attend and assist their YOUR hOMeTOwN DIGITAL Movies at the children. For school-age children. Wednesday, July 18, 6:30 pm, Nelson Township / Sand Lake KDL Branch, 88 Eighth Cedar Springs Community KENT THEATRE St. #28 JULY 13 • 14 • 15 We have Archeology Workshop @ HCNC MON - FRI 10 - 6 SHOWTIMES: something for SATURDAY 9 - 12 FRIDAY: 6:00PM July 24-26: Uncover artifacts from Howard Christensen everyone! SATURDAY: 3:00PM • 6:00PM Nature Center’s past. July 24-26 from 10 am to 2 pm. Cost SUNDAY: 3:00PM • 6:00PM $20 members, $24 nonmembers. Minimum age: 9 years old. Library Lead by Interpretive Instructor, Karen Fiebig, this workshop [email protected] 616-696-1910 $ will require hard work. Please bring gloves, a trowel, a shovel, www.cedarspringslibrary.org 107 N Main Street Movie Tickets ONLY 3.00 an old paint brush, lunch and bottled water – all labeled with fb: cedarspringspubliclibrary Cedar Springs, MI 49319 8 N. Main St. • Cedar Springs 616-696-SHOW your name. The number of participants will be determined www.kenttheatre.com 7469 by the number of adults available to supervise younger COMING SOON: participants. May be a first come, first serve event, so please register. Howard Christensen Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine, Kent City. 616-675-3158, info@howardchristensen. NELSON TOWNSHIP/SAND LAKE BRANCH org, www.howardchristensen.org. #28,29p 88 Eighth St. 1-877-243-2466 (toll free) OCEAN’S 8 JULY 20-22 JULY 27-29 Ensley Crime Watch 5K & Picnic Monday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM *PLANNED MOVIE TITLES MAY BE CHANGED BY THE DISTRIBUTOR July 28: The Ensley Crime Watch Annual 5K and Tuesday & Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM Community Picnic will be held on Saturday, July 28th at Baptist Lake Park, 8810 Oak Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM Drive, Sand Lake. All ages Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM are welcome to join the fun! Pre-registration forms for the CAMP SCOTTIE 5K race and details of our annual event is available on line at http://ensleytownship. SPENCER TOWNSHIP BRANCH DAY CAMP org/crime watch.htm. Race: 14960 Meddler Ave. Saturday, July 28th begins 1-877-243-2466 (toll free) Monday-Friday Sessions at 9 am (registration the June 11- August 10 day of the race at 8:30 am) Monday & Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM th Grades K-5 Picnic: Saturday, July 28 Tuesday & Thursday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM begins at 11:30 am. Firemen grill hotdogs and additional Friday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM Financial Aid Available items on the menu are chips, Saturday: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM cookies, homemade pies, coffee, pop and more. There Camp Scottie is a small fee for the food. bounce house. There will be a 50/50 raffle, and nearly $1,000 8181 Newcosta Avenue Special guests include the in prizes donated by local businesses and individuals that Howard City, MI 49329 Sand Lake fire department will be raffled off. The afternoon concludes with candidates (trucks and equipment), running for local office available for a meet and greet. 616-874-7286 Newaygo County Sheriff (K9 All proceeds for the events will help the Sand Lake Fire team, SWAT vehicles, Marine Department purchase life saving rescue equipment. #28,29p Patrol and Dive team), kids

Ad_camp-scottie.indd 1 5/31/18 8:21 PM Thursday, July 12, 2018 The Cedar Springs Post Page 9 Scoop up a special treat during ice cream month Did you know that the average American consumes more than 23 pounds of ice cream per year? Or that vanilla is the best selling flavor? Or that President George Washington spent approximately $200 for ice cream during the summer of 1790? Those are just some of the facts being celebrated National Ice Cream month. In 1984, President Ronald Reagan designated July as Na- tional Ice Cream Month and the third Sunday of the month as National Ice Cream Day. He recognized ice cream as a fun and nutritious food that is enjoyed by a full 90 percent Baked Meringues with Blueberry of the nation’s population. Ice Cream The first official account of ice cream in the New World comes from a letter written in 1744 by a guest of Maryland Blueberry Compote Ingredients Governor William Bladen. The first advertisement for ice 3/4 cup granulated sugar cream in this country appeared in the New York Gazette on 1 vanilla bean May 12, 1777, when confectioner Philip Lenzi announced 3 cups blueberries that ice cream was available “almost every day.” Besides Blueberry Ice Cream Ingredients 1 cup blueberry compote Washington spending $200 on ice cream, inventory records Meringues Instructions of Mount Vernon taken after Washington’s death revealed 1 ¼ cups whole milk 1 ¼ cup heavy cream Preheat the oven to 300ºF and set two oven racks in the middle “two pewter ice cream pots.” President Thomas Jeffer- positions. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. son was said to have a favorite 18-step recipe for an ice ½ cup sugar ¼ cup buttermilk Notes & Tips: If you’re using a convection oven, be sure to cream delicacy that resembled a modern-day Baked Alas- leave the convection feature on, but lower the temp to 280 F. ka. Check out President Jefferson’s vanilla ice cream on 6 extra large egg yolks Meringues Ingredients In a heat resistant mixing bowl, combine the egg whites and this page. In 1813, Dolley Madison served a magnificent sugar. Put one cup of water in a saucepan. strawberry ice cream creation at President Madison’s sec- 4 egg whites 1 ½ cups granulated sugar In a saucepan, over medium heat, bring one cup of water to a ond inaugural banquet at the White House. simmer. Place the bowl with egg whites and sugar the saucepan Wide availability of ice cream in the late 19th century Blueberry Compote Instructions In a medium-sized saucepan over medium-high heat, dissolve and using a hand whisk, beat the mixture until the sugar is dis- led to new creations. In 1874, the American soda fountain solved. shop and the profession of the “soda jerk” emerged with sugar in with 1/3 cup of water; add vanilla bean, do not stir. Cook until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture turns into a thick In a stand up mixer, set with the wire whisk attachment, beat the the invention of the ice cream soda. In response to religious egg whites mixture until it forms firm and shiny peaks. criticism for eating “sinfully” rich ice cream sodas on Sun- syrup, about five minutes. Add blueberries, stirring for 4-5 minutes. Spoon twelve large dollops of the mixture onto the prepared days, ice cream merchants left out the carbonated water and baking sheets (6 per sheet) and flatten them a bit with the back of invented the ice cream “Sunday” in the late 1890’s. The Transfer compote to a container and let cool. Remove vanilla bean; set aside. a spoon so they look like a disc about 3-inches in diameter, and name was eventually changed to “sundae” to remove any 1-inch thick. Make sure the meringues are at least 2 inches apart, connection with the Sabbath. Notes & Tips: Reserve two cold plates in the freezer to pour the hot fruit onto so it cools faster. You can make this step a day because they will expand as they bake. Ice cream became an edible morale symbol during World Bake in the oven for 1 hour. To check if the meringues are ready, War II. Each branch of the military tried to outdo the others ahead of time. Blueberry Ice Cream Instructions gently pull one meringue off the parchment paper – if it peels off in serving ice cream to its troops. In 1945, the first “float- easily take the baking sheets out of the oven. If the meringues ing ice cream parlor” was built for sailors in the western In a blender, blend blueberry compote until smooth. Strain thru a colander; set aside. seem to stick to the paper, leave in the oven for another 10 min- Pacific. When the war ended, and dairy product rationing utes. Let the meringues cool completely on the tray before using. was lifted, America celebrated its victory with ice cream. In a medium sized bowl, whisk egg yolks; set aside. In a medium sized pot over medium-high heat, combine milk, In a stand up mixer of with a hand whisk, whip heavy cream Americans consumed over 20 quarts of ice cream per per- with the crème fraîche until it forms soft peaks. son in 1946. heavy cream and sugar; bring to a boil. Temper the egg yolks with the hot mixture by adding a ladleful at a time while whisking the To serve: Place six meringues on individual plates. Spoon a In the 1940s through the ‘70s, ice cream production was generous dollop of whipped cream on top of each meringue, put a relatively constant in the United States. As more prepack- yolks vigorously, until all the hot liquid has been added. Using a fine mesh sieve, strain the mixture into a separate container. Chill large scoop of blueberry ice cream on each meringue and top with aged ice cream was sold through supermarkets, traditional remaining compote. ice cream parlors and soda fountains started to disappear. the mixture over a bowl of ice. Once the ice cream base is cool, whisk in the buttermilk and blueberry purée. Number of servings (yield): 6 Now, specialty ice cream stores and unique restaurants that Nutrition Per Portion: feature ice cream dishes have surged in popularity. These Notes & Tips: Have a small metal measuring cup close by to easily transfer the hot milk into the eggs. Whisk the whole time! 844 calories stores and restaurants are popular with those who remem- 10 g protein ber the ice cream shops and soda fountains of days past, as Place the separate container over the ice before you start warming your milk- it’ll make the cooling process go faster. Be sure to cool 0 g dietary fiber well as with new generations of ice cream fans. 108 g carbohydrates Check out some of the ice cream shops on this page, or this mixture completely before placing in your ice cream maker. This mixture can also be made and refrigerated the day before 43 g fat try making the blueberry ice cream recipe. You just might 24 g saturated fat find something new you like! using the ice cream maker. Run the mixture in your ice cream machine following the man- Preparation time: 2 hours ufacturer’s instructions. Place the finished ice cream in the freezer, Recipe from the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council and let it firm up completely, at least 4 hours. https://www.blueberrycouncil.org/blueberry-recipe/baked-meringues-with-blueberry-ice-cream/

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C Fox Kennels Sparta Town & Country Days July 18-21, 2018 Llewellin Setters COMMUNITY NIGHT 17497 Cedar Springs Ave. Wednesday, July 18 Sand Lake, MI 49343 4:30-7 pm: Lion’s BBQ Chicken Dinner - Sparta Civic Center 75 N. Union St. Dinner includes: Half chicken cooked over charcoal, red skin potato salad, BBQ pork 616.520.5151 shoulder, baked beans, coleslaw, roll, your choice of [email protected] drink. All for only $10! 5 pm: Carnival Rides Open - 201 E. Division. Armbands $20 ($15 in advance prior to July 13 at the Chamber • Boarding Office or Farmers Market) Tickets 10/$10 or $1.25 ea. • grooming 6-8 pm: Historical Research Center Open House - 71 N. • Training Union (Across from the Sparta Library) 6-8 pm: Meyers Schoolhouse Museum - 13 Mile Rd. & Division. Discover historic Sparta memorabilia. 6 pm: YMCA Fitness Fun for Kids - Rogers Park, 75 N. Protect the ones you Union St. Fitness challenge events. Prizes! Enter for a love with a company chance to win a FREE one-month YMCA membership! you can trust. 6:30 pm: Concert in the Park in Rogers Park. Live Band – 6 Pak featuring Jumping 60s music. Bring lawn chairs for the free concert. 7 pm: Free Popsicles - Rogers Park, 75 N. Union St. THE BEST LOCAL GebhardtINSURANCE Insurance AGENCY Cedar SpringS • 616-696-9440 FARM NIGHT CITY • 000-000-0000 www.bestinsuranceagency.comwww.gebhardtins.com Thursday, July 19 12-2 pm: Friends of the Lark Pet Show - 65 Ida Red. Pre-register to participate in our pet contest. 5 pm: Carnival Rides Open - 201 E. Division. 5:30-9 pm: SPARTA BLOCK PARTY: FARM NIGHT!

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Sparta Town & Country Days July 18-21, 2018 Denton Boys - Drilling Toys 9 pm. Michigan law requires a VALID PHOTO ID! 7:30 pm: Adult Farm Olympics in Beer Tent - Beer Tent. $5 entry. Events include: Farmers vs. Merchants Tug of Denton & Sons War, Bubble Soccer fun, and Round Ball Racing. Check website for more details - www.spartafair.com WaterWater WellWell 7 pm: Grease! Movie in the Park - Rogers Park, 75 N. Union St. Movie starts at dusk. Get ready for a great DrillingDrilling time complete with food, wine, classic cars, photo 8744 124th St. booths, and more. Sand Lake, MI 49343 THE BIG DAY Saturday, July 21 7 Generations Office: 616.636.5684 Only Well Drilling Firm Jim Denton: 616.636.8638 8-10 am: Pancake Breakfast - Sparta Unithed Methodist Owned & Operated by Dentons! Fax: 616.636.4623 Church. $5 each. 8:30 am: Run Thru Sparta A fast and flat 5K on Sparta’s neighborhood paved streets. Bring the whole family! Stroll- BUYERS OF STANDING TIMBER ers and dogs on leashes welcome but required to start at the end of the line. Start at Sparta Civic Center. Early pack- Elder’s Forest Products, Inc. et pick up and registration Friday, July 20 from 5-7 pm at 10367 Northland Drive Sparta Civic Center as well as race day from 6:30-8:15 am. On-line registration at www.runsignup.com Rockford, MI 49341 8:30 am: Sparta Fire Department Water Ball Contest - ChoiceOne Bank parking lot. Waterball is a head to head competition where teams of two attempt to push the sus- We Sell pended ball past their opponents using a water stream from a • Sawdust • Fence Boards hose line. Come out and watch (even join in) this wet and wild fun. 9:30-4 pm: Village Marketplace - 156 E. Division (rear parking • Pre-sawed Lumber lot). Shop and stroll this vendor area from S. Union through the Village parking lot to Washington featuring quality handmade 616.866.9317 items, trendy crafts and an exciting array of new and resale finds. www.StandingTimberBuyer.com 10-3 pm: Old Fashioned Ice Cream - 112 E. Division St. Watch the antique powered ice cream machine while you enjoy real ice cream and root beer floats. 11 am -11:59 pm: Beer Tent - Balyeat Field. $5 Cover beginning at 3pm. Featuring 16oz cans of Budweiser $4 ea. Only guests 21 & over with a valid photo ID will be admitted after 9 pm. Michigan law requires a VALID PHOTO ID! 11-4 pm: 10th Annual Balyeat Bags Sparta Cornhole Tour- nament - Balyeat Field. Grab a partner for a double elimination Cornhole tournament with Cash Prizes. Two Divisions (Social and Competitive). Register at spartafair.com or contact Jason at 616-481-4254 . Early Registration Discounts. 11 am – 4 pm: Stay & Play Kid Zone - Sparta Carnegie Town- ship Library. Fun activities, crafts, and excitement for the family! In Memory of Pattie Olin. 12 pm: Carnival Rides Open - 201 E. Division. 12 pm: PARADE Grand Marshals: Tom & Mary Bliss Parade commentary with bleacher seating at Union and Division. Starting at 11:15am, live music to get excited for the parade! Spectators: Please keep children curbside for safety! 1:30-4 pm: Pete Veldt Memorial Car Show - Downtown Sparta. In case of emergency, call 911 The cruise-in car show is dedicated to the life and legacy of Sparta citizen Peter James Veldt. Cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome. Cars will line the street downtown after the parade. 3-11 pm: Food Truck Court - Balyeat Field. 5:30-9 pm: Pullin’ The Ridge Truck & Tractor Pull - Balyeat Field. Spectator $5 entrance, Kids 5 & under Free. Registration & weigh ins 4-5:30pm. Handicap Parking and golf cart shuttle Contact Rockford Ambulance at 616-866-0724 will be available 4-9pm. Parking located in Five Star Realty Lot or www.rockfordambulance.comContact Rockford Ambulance at (94 N. Union, Sparta) ***New premium bleacher seating! 7 pm: BACK LOT Fun with the Bimini Brothers - Downtown for information616-866-0724 on our Trini’s and Margarity Joe’s Back Lot. Rockford Ambulance Care Plan 10:15 pm: FIREWORKS - Balyeat field. $5 entry for premi- or www.rockfordambulance.com um tent seating. Free spectator seating in Balyeat Field. Rain 8450 Shaner Ave for more information Date: Sunday, July 22. Rockford, MI 49341 616.866.0724 CPR and First Aid Classes West Michigan Homes & Real Estate for Sale Class Registration (616) 863-8434 THINKING OF BUYING OR SELLING ANY REAL ESTATE? • The Stout Group is your one stop source for all Rockford 616.866.0724 your real estate services. Sparta 616.887.1479 Residential, Commercial, and Vacant Land. Lowell 616.897.7902 Our Recruiters Can Help Specializing in the West Michigan area. GR Twp. 616.866.0724 Get The Job You Want YOUR COMMUNITY NONPROFIT PARAMEDIC AMBULANCE SERVICE Website: stoutgroup.net Phone: (616) 696-3300 Address: 4330 17 Mile Rd NE Cedar Springs, MI 49319 SPORTS/OUTDOORS

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OUTDOORSRanger Steve’s Where’s Nature Niche By Ranger Steve Mueller the moth? Sue Ruth sent us this photo of some flowers with a hummingbird moth hover- Waxy Bloom ing in the midst of them. Can you find it? Hopefully all have enjoyed the beauty of Colorado Blue She took the photo in Pierson Township, Spruce trees that are planted in Michigan to enhance yards south of Howard City. and businesses. Blue spruces have a white wax secretion Thanks, Sue, for sending it to us! on new green needle growth that creates the blue we enjoy. Do you have a wildlife or wildflower It is not unique to blue spruces but the wax abundance is. photo you’d like to share? Please email Waxy bloom secretion is common on plants and prevents it to [email protected], along evaporation desiccation on new growth. It is particularly with some info about the photo. Also important for blue spruces in their native western North please note in the subject line of the email America’s dry nature niche with low humidity. Needles ex- something like “wildlife photo.” We will change oxygen and carbon dioxide through the needle sur- print them as space allows. faces to survive. Pores called stomata, where gas exchange occurs, are concentrated on needle undersurfaces in tiny pits. These pitted micro-humidity chambers help prevent excessive drying in the tree’s arid habitat. Dry conditions across the state increase Native plants and animals support healthy Great Lakes Ecosystem functioning. I am not a purist. Nonnative plants are used in gardens and along the road but are kept to a the risk of accidental fires minimum. We enjoy non-natives as do a small number of Even if the grass near you insects, birds, and other taxa. By limiting non-natives, na- looks green, Michigan’s re- tive species can support large populations of native animal cent hot, dry weather has populations. Non-native plants support few native animals sucked most of the mois- and mowed lawns almost none. ture from this year’s grass Enjoy some non-natives and touch them. Rub your fin- and completely dried last gers on blue spruce needles to notice the blue changes to year’s growth, greatly in- green. The wax rubs off allowing green to show without creasing the risk of fire. being modified by light passing through the white waxy That means we should all bloom. Become friendly with trees, shrubs, and other plants take extra precautions to you invited to live with you on your property. You hug your prevent accidentally start- kids so don’t neglect the plants you adopted. ing fires, such as waiting to We help, shape and guide the development of our chil- burn debris and not using dren and grandchildren. Do the same for plants. Prune, all-terrain vehicles, lawn shape, and water so they thrive. Non-native plants usually mowers or other outdoor need extra attention, time, support, and work so keep them machinery, according to the to a minimum. Plant native species because they do not Michigan Department of need fertilizers or much work to survive. Natural Resources. Plants are not the only species with a waxy bloom. Com- “The layer of decompos- mon Whitetail Dragonflies will search your yard for lunch ing leaves and grasses in if you allow native plant growth in portions of your home the ground has dried out,” As dry conditions persist over some parts of the state, Michigan Department of Natural Resources fire habitat. Keep as much native landscape as possible and mow management officials are urging extra safety precautions be taken to prevent accidentally starting fires. said Paul Rogers, fire pre- minimally. Field areas provide a large variety of spring and vention specialist with the fire out.” Things like a trailer chain Bridge in the Lower Pen- summer wildflowers that support biodiversity and beauty. DNR. “That means fires In very dry conditions, dragging on pavement also insula, and from M-35 east They require less maintenance and expense. Mow wild ar- that do ignite will burn heat from even a lawn mow- can create sparks. to Drummond Island in the eas once or a few times a year to prevent unwanted woody down into the soils layer, er or the exhaust pipe of an The driest areas in the Upper Peninsula. The dry growth. Dragonflies will stop in for lunch. The “teenager” making it harder, and more all-terrain vehicle can ig- state currently extend from area is expected to extend whitetail dragonflies will find good meals. Colorful species time-consuming, to put the nite dry grass, Rogers said. 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Savvy summerHEALTH fitness and &nutrition FITNESS tips (BPT) - The warmer-weather months are the ideal time to get this can happen quickly, especially if you are work- outdoors, stay active and focus on your health goals. Staying fit ing out or being active outdoors. Always keep a bot- and eating healthy can come easy when you keep a few simple tle of water close by and drink up regularly. Some tips in mind. people even set a reminder on their phone. Explore Mother Nature “And don’t think that plain water is the only way If the gym is getting boring or just isn’t your style, it’s time to to stay hydrated in the summer,” says Blatner. “You find inspiration outdoors. Warmer months are when Mother Na- can also get hydrated with unsweetened sun tea, wa- ture truly shines and it’s the perfect opportunity to get outside and ter infused with fruit, or by actually eating water-rich get active. Hike local parks, visit a beach and take a paddleboard fruits such as watermelon and pineapple.” class, rent a kayak with a friend and explore a regional river - the Visit the local farmers market opportunities are endless. Want a healthy eating tip from a professional “You might find inspiration in your own backyard by enjoying chef? “Seek out fresh fare from your local farmers playful stuff you used to do as a kid like jump rope, hopscotch, market and enjoy all the flavors of the season,” says hula hoop or play on the swing set,” says registered dietitian and Chef Jonathan Poyourow, a registered and licensed nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner. “Kid stuff can burn lots of cal- dietitian, and assistant professor at Johnson & Wales ories, plus it adds fun and fuels your spirit.” University’s College of Culinary Arts. “Choose Avoid mid-day heat produce in a multitude of colors so you can enjoy a During hot weather, be aware of peak heat periods. Typically, bounty of flavors and get a variety of vitamins and Directions: this is in the afternoon, generally between noon and 5 p.m. It’s nutrients. For instance, green broccoli is a good source of fiber and Preheat oven to 400 F. wise to spend time outdoors earlier in the morning or later after carotenoids while yellow peppers are high in vitamin C.” While the oven is preheating, chop all of the vegetables into dinner so that you don’t have to worry about heat-related illnesses Next, try some chef-approved recipes to tempt your taste buds. bite-size pieces to ensure they will roast quickly and evenly in like heat exhaustion. For example, this tasty sheet pan recipe can be customized by us- the oven. ing the local fare you just picked up at the market. Arrange the chopped vegetables in a single layer onto the sheet Eat a wholesome breakfast pan in rainbow order: red bell pepper, grape tomatoes, radishes, Before heading out for a morning adventure, don’t forgo the Rainbow Sheet Pan Veggies with Eggs carrots, orange bell pepper, yellow squash, yellow bell pepper, Yield: 6 servings most important meal of the day: breakfast. Give your body the broccoli, zucchini, radicchio. Ingredients: fuel it needs so you can enjoy your activities to the fullest. Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables and sprinkle the salt, 6 Eggland’s Best Eggs (Large) “Enjoy fresh fruit, whole grain toast and eggs,” suggests Blat- pepper and oregano evenly on top. 1/2 teaspoon black pepper ner. “Though not all eggs are created equal, look for Eggland’s Using your hands, lightly toss the vegetables on the sheet pan 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Best eggs since they are the only eggs with superior nutritional while keeping the rainbow order intact until they are all evenly 1 teaspoon sea salt benefits like six times more vitamin D, 25 percent less saturated coated. 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil fat and ten times more vitamin E than ordinary eggs.” Place the sheet pan in the oven and roast for 15 minutes or until 1 orange bell pepper all vegetables are slightly tender. Prepare for the sun 1 red bell pepper Longer days bring more sunshine, and while those rays can Remove baking sheet from oven but leave oven on. Create 1 cup grape tomatoes be amazing for getting outdoors, it’s important to adopt sun-safe room throughout the sheet pan for six eggs and then crack the 1 cup radishes, halved practices. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, eggs over the vegetables. 2 carrots, peeled everyone should use sunscreen that offers broad-spectrum protec- Return sheet pan to oven and bake until whites are set and yolks 1 yellow pepper tion (protects against UVA and UVB rays), is SPF 30 or higher are still runny, about 10 minutes. 1 yellow squash and is water resistant. Additionally, consider wearing sunglasses Remove from oven and scoop vegetables and one egg into bowl 1 cup broccoli florets and a hat to protect the face and eyes. or on top of your choice of rice, quinoa or greens. 1 zucchini Drink up and snack smart 1 cup radicchio, chopped Your body sweats as a way to keep cool. During warm weather Are you embarrassed and tired of having to cover your mouth every time you smile? Plant the seeds of good If this is you, our oral health Cedar Springs (NAPS)—To keep dren learn oral health your smile healthy, you routines that will keep Dental team should know that your their smiles healthy into would love to oral health needs evolve adulthood. Teach your with age. Cultivate little one good habits help you get strong teeth by planting early by demonstrating the smile you the seeds for good oral how to brush, reiterating health early and know- the need to brush for two deserve! ing what to watch for at full minutes twice a day different life stages. and making it fun. Babies and Toddlers Smart dental practices—brushing, flossing and Children and Ado- WELCOMING NEW PATIENTS! Baby teeth are suscep- seeing the dentist—can help keep your smile lescents healthy and happy all through your life. tible to cavities and need Childhood and ado- WE PROVIDE COMPLETE DENTAL CARE FOR ADULTS AND KIDS. daily upkeep from the lescence (ages 10–19) · CLEANINGS · IMPLANT RESTORATIONS beginning. Before the first tooth arrives, wipe are the times to reinforce good habits and take · COSMETIC DENTISTRY · CROWNS/BRIDGES/DENTURES your baby’s gums with a soft, clean cloth after steps to guard against common mouth issues. · TOOTH WHITENING · ROOT CANALS each feeding to get rid of unwanted bacteria. Supervise your child’s brushing until age 8 and Once the first tooth does appear, brush with flu- flossing until age 10. You can also talk with the · INVISALIGN · EXTRACTIONS oride toothpaste and toothbrushes designed for dentist about preventive measures such as seal- · TOOTH COLORED FILLINGS · EMERGENCY SERVICE babies and younger children. For children un- ants to protect against cavities and mouth guards We accept most dental insurances including Delta Dental traditional and PPO plans.* der 3 years old, use an amount of toothpaste no to protect from mouth injuries. * Contact our office to verify acceptance of your plan. more than the size of a grain of rice and no more Dr. Fred Eichmiller, Vice President and Chief than a pea-sized amount for kids between 3 and Science Officer for Delta Dental of Wisconsin, 6 years old. Babies should also have their first emphasizes the need for instilling oral health dentist appointment six months after their first habits in children and adolescents. “The risk tooth or before age 1. of cavities is highest in adolescents for multi- During these early years, it’s crucial that chil- ORAL - continues on page 14 Select Care Physical Therapy “WE LOVE TO SEE YOU SMILE” North End of Town (Next to Carpet Store) 7762 N. 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People with acute/chronic pain, arthritis, joint replacements, fractures, open later to accommodate late appointments. fibromyalgia, sports injuries, neck/back pain, stroke, sprains and strains, etc. You can also visit us at www.micedardental.com Page 14 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, July 12, 2018 it better than you. Simple activities in nature develop appre- ciation and love for the natural world that needs support to prevent habitat loss as our human population continues to grow. Our yards are critical for maintaining biodiversity for ...continued from page 3 Bloom...continued from page 12 Cleanup future generations. groups cleaning 6,300 miles of highway. a white waxy bloom but enjoy them anyway by providing Natural history questions or topic suggestions can be di- Getting involved in the program is straightforward. Vol- wild places to thrive in your yard where they will eat mice, rected to Ranger Steve (Mueller) at odybrook@chartermi. unteers include members of civic groups, businesses and voles, and moles. net - Ody Brook Nature Sanctuary, 13010 Northland Dr. families. Crew members have to be at least 12 years old Explore the feel of leaves. Notice some have a thick Cedar Springs, MI 49319 or call 616-696-1753. and each group must include at least three people. Groups waxy surface that is heaviest on the sun exposed surface are asked to adopt a section of highway for at least two and thin on the shaded lower surface where microscopic years. There is no fee to participate. Adopt-A-Highway stomata concentrate. The thick wax coating is referred to as signs bearing group names are posted along the stretches a cuticle instead of a bloom. It does not rub off and helps of adopted highway. protect plants from being eaten. Many insect feeders chew Risk...continued from page 12 When working in a highway right of way, Adopt-A-High- or suck plant juices from young leaves or needles before south to the I-94 corridor as the weekend approaches. way volunteers wear high-visibility, yellow-green safety they develop a thick cuticle. Several areas in the eastern Upper Peninsula have experi- vests required by federal regulations. MDOT provides free The waxy bloom is thin and temporary on new growth. enced fires this week, including a 32-acre fire in the Hessel vests and trash bags, and arranges to haul away the trash. Take time to compare with older needles from previous area that is requiring extended mop-up efforts. There have Sections of highway are available for adoption all over years that are green with a thick cuticle. Summer’s new been several other, smaller fires across the state. the state. Interested groups can get more information on blue spruce growth has the bloom that entices us to plant There is currently no burn ban in effect. However, burn joining the program at www.michigan.gov/adoptahighway. this tree. As fun as it is, do not get carried away with rub- permits will not be issued in the northern Lower Peninsu- The year’s final Adopt-A-Highway pickup is scheduled bing off the bloom. Make sure you spend time with kids and la or Upper Peninsula until significant rainfall is received, for the fall, from Sept. 22 to 30. grandkids that will enjoy the activity. They will remember Rogers said. People in the southern Lower Peninsula must check with local units of government to see if it is safe before burning. Campfires are still allowed. However, normal safety rules apply: keep water or sand on hand to put out the fire if needed, never leave a fire unattended and make sure to- thor oughly extinguish all fires. LEGAL NOTICES For more information on burn permits and whether they are being issued, visit michigan.gov/burnpermit or call 866- 922-2876. Areas in the southern Lower Peninsula should call their local fire department. To learn more about fire management in Michigan, visit michigan.gov/firemanagement. Township PUBLIC NOTICE of Nelson County of Kent, Township Michigan of Solon Oral...continued from page 13 County of Kent, ple reasons, including the eruption of cavity-prone second molar Michigan teeth, dietary choices and oftentimes lack of personal oral health PUBLIC NOTICE care,” said Dr. Eichmiller. “Practices including brushing twice a Public Accuracy Test day with fluoride toothpaste, flossing once daily, choosing healthy Public notice is hereby given that Nelson snacks, drinking fluoridated water and visiting the dentist regular- Township’s Zoning Board of Appeals hearing NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public ly will help ensure the adolescent maintains a healthy smile.” scheduled for July 18th, 2018 at 6:00 PM has Accuracy Test for the August 7, 2018 In addition, pay attention to gum health as adolescence is of- been CANCELED at the request of the applicant. Primary Election has been scheduled for ten the time when gingivitis begins. Symptoms like gum redness, 2:00 PM Wednesday, July 18, 2018 swelling, bleeding and tenderness can indicate the presence of gin- 41-03-14-300-005 in the Solon Township Hall at givitis. Alert the dentist if any of these symptoms is present. S 170 FT OF E 256.24 FT OF W 471.24 FT OF 15185 Algoma Avenue NE, Cedar Springs, Adults SW ¼ * SEC 14 T10N R10W 1.00A Michigan. As an adult, the wear and tear your teeth experience over time can become noticeable by causing such symptoms as discolor- Also known as 8147 19 Mile Rd. The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to deter- ation, cavity susceptibility and tooth cracks or chips. Keep your mine that the program and computer being used teeth strong by maintaining a proper oral health routine that in- Property owner had requested a rear yard setback to tabulate the results of the election counts the cludes brushing and flossing daily, eating mouth-friendly foods variance to allow for the construction of a home votes in the manner prescribed by law. and scheduling regular dental visits. on the property. The property is located in the AG/ Avoid harmful substances. Tobacco and excessive alcohol con- RE zoned area. Dated: July 12, 2018 Mary Lou Poulsen sumption can put you at higher risk for oral cancer, which occurs Solon Township Clerk most often after age 60. Take steps to prevent oral cancer and look Dated: July 12, 2018 out for early signs with home screenings. Mouth symptoms can ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS include sores, red or white patches, persistent pain or numbness, TOWNSHIP OF NELSON lumps or rough spots, and issues with chewing and swallowing. If you experience any of these symptoms for longer than two weeks, speak to your dentist. Another factor to consider is that the nerves in your teeth may PUBLIC NOTICE grow less sensitive, making it less likely that you’ll notice the development of cavities. Maintain regular checkups so your dentist VILLAGE OF SAND LAKE can catch any mouth issues early before they progress. COUNTY OF KENT PUBLIC NOTICE Good oral health requires dedication, but by tending to your CITY OF CEDAR SPRINGS mouth with care, you can keep your smile healthy at any age. PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Learn More Public Accuracy Test for the For further facts and dental health tips, go to www.deltadental- The Village of Sand Lake will hold a Public wi.com. Hearing Notice to discuss Ordinance 2018-02. August 7th, 2018 Election Obstruction of Village Government operations will be on with amended language. The Village Council of the Village of Sand Lake will hold a Public July 23rd, 2018 Hearing with Public Comment at 7:00 pm on 4:00 p.m. Monday July 16, 2018 at the Sand Lake Village Building located at 2 E. Maple St, Sand Lake, MI Cedar Springs City Hall 49343. 66 S. Main St. Cedar Springs, Michigan Written comments will be collected at 2 Maple to our Advertisers for St. Sand Lake, MI 49343 until the time of the A Public Accuracy Test is conducted to Thank you meeting and read during the meeting. demonstrate that the program and computer that will be used to tabulate the results of the election, This notice is posted in compliance with PA267 counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law. KEEPING THE of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 41.72a(2)(3) and the Americans with Disabilities Dated: July 12, 2018 Rebecca Newland (ADA). SECTION H of the Open Meeting Act. City Clerk 616.696.1330 POST COMING! 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Reigns...continued from front page start with him listening. “I’ll listen to better understand the whys behind the way people felt; apologize for the district in cases where it’s needed; and take action to correct that,” he said. What is Smith’s favorite thing about being an educator? “Educators help people to connect their gifts and talents to make a difference in their community and other people’s lives,” he explained. He said that he worked at Prince for a time, and learned things there that he still takes with him— things like putting others first, and adding to the bottom line. “There it was adding to the profit margin, but that’s what’s so cool about this work—here you are adding to the bottom line of a human being.” Smith was born in Kalamazoo, but the family moved to Jackson when his dad, who worked for Consumers Energy, was transferred. So he grew up there, and graduated from Jackson Northwest High School. He came back to this side of the state when he attended Western Michigan University, where he received his Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics/ Earth Science in 1998. He has stayed in West Michigan NEWSPAPER FUN SOLUTIONS - from page 6 ever since, working at Holland Public Schools as a middle school science teacher; at Hamilton Community Schools as both an assistant Jr./Sr. high principal and middle school C'mon Pinch! principal; and then Asst. Superintendent of Human Re- Come out to play. Fun in the Sun at the Beach! sources at Hudsonville. BB = = BlueBlue Are all those Smith said that Cedar Springs has been on his radar as a How many words that BrG = GrayBrown ugly giants gone begin with the letter “s” GK == GrayBlack district he would love to work in for some time. He applied K = Black for the day? did you find and circle? N = Green for the Superintendent job in 2014 as well. “I was incred- NP == GreenPink PR = = PinkBrown ibly selective in the districts I applied to,” he explained. If you found: WW == White “Kent and Ottawa County is the best place in the world. I 18 words = Smarty pants! didn’t want to leave this part of the planet.” 16 words = Not bad! 14 words = Try harder! Smith noted that he didn’t let the problems the district 1 12 words = Look again! was having scare him away. “Everyone I talked to about W 5 6 10 words = Now really! Cedar Springs said that yeah, they might be going through A S D a tough time, but that Cedar was known for its strength and 3 4 T R E A S U R E S richness of community,” he said. H O R E A I Smith and his wife Sarah are currently getting their house 2 S Narwhals! G 8 F in Hamilton ready to sell, so that they can move to Cedar U R Who are these “underwater unicorns” N 7 U J E T T Y with long, pointed tusks on their heads Springs. The couple has been married since 2001, and has visiting from the Arctic region? C L W G R A P E S K J E two boys, ages 25 and 22, who are on their own. “We felt 10 L L P E O P L E I E L N H F S D Y like it was a good time to reestablish roots somewhere U Y T G H K T E K C U B K J S O L E T M O H V A W Q 9 W A V E S O A B H A T L O B V R E C S O U A B C C A J L O N P C S else,” he said. I M A N G R W S E S S A L G N U S N M E W T E O K G R F Sarah works at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital as a M 1212 D I N N E R C H U T R F A E B I Y R S E W L O P H A S N S I M L P O A Z 11 B O O K S H D L O N G T D E S O I J H O N D R U E R N V D C I schoolteacher and liaison to patients there. She both teach- S A N D J N O I E N J S K E A Q I E K B T Y T E D V S A J L M E I H D K P es children and has teams of volunteers she oversees that K U H F N F L I P F L O P S B N I P O U T K E B N O R A T H I V E O P I Y G V S J I E S L P B N M R O Q U C G I D L N Y Z B Y A O C N R J come in to help. What Should You Take E R C D F J I K O K E Y S B I E N U R T I A O N B F R H C I W D N A S A Smith said that he plans to be active in the community, for Fun in the Sun? and get to know residents, by engag- ing in things like Rotary, the Cham- ber, and other groups. “Living here will be a big help,” he said. He is also always open to talking with people. He said that people can reach him however they think best— through the suggestion box on the Over website, through email, or they can 15,000 Friends call the office. If they want to meet, he can do that. He also plans to be That’s how many “users” we have reading our work every week. That’s over on hand at school activities such as band concerts, plays, and sporting 15,000 residents that rely on us to learn of sales and services that are close events. to home and local news put together in a community-driven package. What would Smith like to say to residents in the district? “Thank you for this opportunity to We want to share our friends with you! serve. If you have a question, reach out to us—to our teachers, princi- pals, and district. It’s our job to take care of the needs of this community Call 616-696-3655 to Advertise from an educational perspective. Let us know how we can help you.” or email [email protected] The POST will give you $ 1.00 www.cedarspringspost.com OFF CLASSIFIEDS when you pay with 36 E. Maple Street • P.O. Box 370 Phone: 616-696-3655 CA$H Cedar Springs, MI 49319 Fax: 616-696-9010 Page 18 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, July 12, 2018 SPORTS Semi pro soccer team lands in Cedar Springs The Great Lakes Wanderers, a new semi pro arena soccer The Wanderers hope to fill a sports entertainment team in Cedar Springs held their final exhibition game, Sat- void for soccer fans over the winter months and pro- urday, June 30, at the Cedar Rock Sports Plex, where they vide an option for families north of Grand Rapids. faced off against the Lansing City Futsal, and came away All home games will be played at the Cedar Rock with an 11-0 win. Sportsplex in Cedar Springs. Every game will feature According to co-owner and head coach Joe Brefczynski, additional entertainment options for youth and adult the roster for the game was made up of players whom have as well as several opportunities for young athletes to tried out for the Wanderers and have been selected to par- interact directly with the semi professional player. ticipate in team camp. The current prospects include play- Brefczynski said that the Great Lakes Wanderers ers from Cedar Springs, Rockford, Sparta, Grand Rapids, are open to soccer players 16 years and older. “Since and Muskegon. Some players are international emigrants we are semi-pro, it doesn’t affect their eligibility to from Mexico, Liberia, Guatemala and Columbia. play in high school or college,” he explained. “Camp is scheduled in August with our final roster being Anyone interested in trying out should email pe- released then,” he explained. The season will start in the [email protected]. fall. The team is part of the Premier World Soccer League Follow their Facebook page for updates on the (PASL) and will play in Division 3. team at www.facebook.com/glwanderers/. L to R: Dominic Siclunia, Detroit Waza Flo; Joe Brefczynski, Great Lakes Wanderers co-owner; Pedro Sanchez, Great Lakes Wanderers co-owner; and Owners Brefczynski and Pedro Sanchez have placed an Mario Siclunia, Detroit Waza Flo. Courtesy photo. emphasis on developing local talent from our surrounding communities for the emerging sport of Arena Soccer. They plan to showcase their talent to Major Arena Soccer League teams in the first and second division, hoping to see some of them take the step to full professional when they are ready. Currently there are is Division 2 teams in Muskegon and Detroit, and Division 1 teams as close as Milwaukee and St. Louis. Helping Brefczynski with coaching duties are assistant coaches JR Burnett and Mike Booggart. Brefczynski and Burnett grew up together in Park For- est, Illinois, playing, coaching, and refereeing together. Brefczynski is a former professional arena player himself, winning an AISL national title with the Cincinnati Excite in 2005. Burnett coaches for Midwest United Full time. Booggart played on one of the original semi pro teams in Grand Rapids—The Explosion in the old USISL, and most recently led the Byron Center Boys HS varsity program. Co-owner Pedro Sanchez grew up in Kent City and played locally. He has continued to stay involved coaching at various clubs in the area and most recently accepted the Head Coaching role at Algoma Christian for boys and girls. The Great Lakes Wanderers won over the Lansing City Futsal 11-0. Courtesy photo. Buy a vehicle in July and we’ll donate $100 to The Cedar Springs Youth Football Program

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ea Deposit Plus 99 Varieties 79 ea 4$ 4 World’s Fair 99 Fudge Bars, ea SWITCH & SAVE 5 for 79 99 Orange Cream Kindle Charcoal 5 Switch to SAL brands Ginger Evans Bars & Strawberry Lighter Fluid 2 Liter Coke lb ea and save! Marshmallows 10oz Fruit Bars 16.5-30oz 32 oz 1 2 Products Fresh Boneless Idaho 99Look for the 19 99 79 3$ 99 Assorted Varieties, ea ea ea ea for ea Plus Deposit Skinless Potatoes 2 SWITCH & SAVE2 4¢ 2 49 5179 Papas Idaho, Hickory Springslogos Farmington Shaner’sea Fairgrounds ea Oscar Mayerea Farmington Where Required Chicken Breast bolsa de 10 libras Sliced Bacon Roll Sausage 99Chicken Strips Sliced2 Lunchmeat Wieners2 or Bologna Smoked Sausage Pechuga de pollo 12 oz 16 oz, Hot or Mild or Tenders 14 oz,We NOW accept 16 oz 13-14 oz, sin hueso Tocineta Chorizo de cerdo Salchichas o mortadela Cedar Springs, MI Hours:18-28 oz, Sun 8am-8pm AppleAssorted Pay Varietiesand Google Pay Assorted Varieties Jamones y embutidos Salchicha ahumada 14301 White Creek Ave NE AssortedMon-Sat Varieties 8am-9pm and gladly accept EBT, WIC, (616) 696-5212 Tiras de pollo MasterCard, Visa & Discover All prices effective Sunday, December 1st to Saturday, December 14th Precios válidos del Domingo 1 de Diciembre al Sábado 14 de Diciembre © December 2013 Moran Foods, LLC. All rights reserved. We reserve the right to limit quantities. Ad valid only at stores listed on back. Not all items available in all stores. Not responsible for typographical errors. 1213FOM 23776 - BI 23776 - BI Sale prices good Friday, July 13 through Thursday, July 19, 2018 We reserve the right to limit quantities. Ad valid only at stores listed. Not responsible for typographical errors.