Missing CS Grad Found 30 Years After Disappearance

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page 2 page 3 pages 8-9 page 10 page 11 Missing CS grad found 30 years Fundraiser to after disappearance help pastor’s By Judy Reed U.S. Army in 1975, and received an honorable discharge in 1979. Eventual- A former Cedar Springs family re- ly, Chuck moved to Battle Creek, where leader dog ceived some bittersweet closure last week he found employment. Rachel said that on a 30-year-old mystery: where was he had a few friends from high school he their son and brother, Chuck Cornell? kept in touch with, and that he also had And it was DNA samples from the family a girlfriend in Battle Creek. But as time that helped police solve the mystery. went by, the family heard from him less Charles Cornell, a 1974 graduate of and less. Cedar Springs High School, was the son So, on Chuck’s 30th birthday, in April of Pastor Richard and Hattie Cornell. of 1986, his parents drove to Battle Creek Richard was pastor at Calvary Assembly to see him. But what they found was an of God, then located in Rockford. Ac- empty apartment that looked as if it had cording to Chuck’s sister, Rachel Valkeo, been vandalized. Chuck was the third child in a family of Rachel said that other news articles Charles “Chuck” Cornell graduated from Cedar six siblings. have reported that the last time they saw Springs High School in 1974. He disappeared from his Battle Creek apartment in 1986. “He was quiet, liked baseball and nice Chuck was at his 30th birthday party. cars,” remembered Rachel, who is a “That party never happened,” she said. that their son was missing. And for 30 years, younger sibling. She said some might re- “They drove down to see him for his the family thought police were looking for member him working at Great Day while birthday—but he wasn’t there.” him, just like they were. But they weren’t. in high school. Richard and Hattie reported the empty Instead, they found out that law enforcement After graduation, Chuck joined the apartment and vandalism to police and Grad - continues on page 5 Pastor Darryl Miller with his leader dog, Rowdy. January 14 at Sand Lake United

byMethodist Judy Reed Church Crash sends three to hospitalAlcohol may be responsible for a crash in Cannon Township that sent When Darryl Miller decided to become a pastor 10 years three people to the hospital the night ago, he knew it wouldn’t be an easy road to navigate. Being before New Year’s Eve. legally blind, he would need help from his family—includ- According to the Kent County Sher- ing wife Shari, and daughters Heather and Kelli—and his iff Department, the crash occurred on congregation. But one of the most important helpers and Cannonsburg Road, east of Blakely, companions to Darryl has been his leader dog, Rowdy, an just after 8 p.m. on Thursday, Decem- 11-year-old beautiful black lab. And now Rowdy is facing ber 30. Police said that a Dodge Ram his own health issues. truck was headed westbound on Can- Rowdy has been helping Miller gets where he needs to go nonsburg Rd, and witnesses reported since 2007, which includes pastoring both Sand Lake Unit- that it crossed the center line several ed Methodist and South Ensley United Methodist Church- times. It finally swerved all the way es. “He’s been with me from the beginning. Rowdy’s been over the centerline into oncoming to seminary and through all of my pastoral training. He’s (eastbound) traffic and struck a 1996 older now, and we are trying to retire him but he just won’t GMC Sierra head on. go,” said Miller with a chuckle. The driver of the Dodge Ram, Da- “If I put my shoes on in my office, he’d hear it even Photo from Woodtv8.com. mion James Nelmark, 39, of Spencer though he’s on the couch in the other part of the house, and he would be there waiting to go out the door. He just wants Alcohol may have been a factor in this two-vehicle crash in Cannon Twp. last week. crash - continues on page 5 to go. He still does his job.” Rowdy has been through several surgeries to fix a fistula—a hole in the roof of his mouth that opens into his nose. Time for winter Miller said the hole is about the size of a quarter, making it hard for the dog to eat and drink well. According to PetMD, an oronasal fistula can be caused fun by injury, infection or disease. “It’s not terribly uncommon It’s that time of year again, when kids of all ages love to for a dog to get a hole in his mouth by running outside and play in the snow. It might be building a snowman, having running into a stick,” explained Miller. “But we don’t know a snowball fight, making snow angels, building a fort, go- how it happened. He did have an abscessed tooth, and we ing sledding, or just plain eating it! In this photo, Autumn don’t know if that caused it or if it caused the abscessed Passage, 7, and her sister Meadow, 3, are playing in their tooth.” backyard with the beautiful Cedar Creek glistening in the Rowdy has undergone five surgeries to fix the problem, background. The photo was submitted by their mom, Steph- but every one has failed. And the costs keep piling up. “We anie Passage. recently found out the jawbone was infected as well, and If you have winter photos you’d like us to consider for that’s why the surgeries failed,” explained Miller. He said publication, email them to [email protected] Rowdy was put on a 10-week course of heavy-duty antibi- with “winter fun” in the subject line. We publish them as otics to clear it up. The veterinarian—Dr. Moore, in Spring space allows, and do not guarantee publication. Leader - continues on page 5 Page 2 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, January 5, 2017 American Legion MSP 131st Trooper Recruit welcomes state Forty-oneSchool become Graduates State Police Troopers, debut new Campaign hats Forty-one new Michigan commanders and State Police (MSP) troopers reported for work at MSP posts across the state last presidents week following graduation from the 131st Trooper Re- The American Legion Post cruit School on December #287 in Cedar Springs is proud 22. Col. Kriste Kibbey Etue, to welcome the State Com- director of the MSP, admin- manders and Presidents to our istered the Oath of Office home for the annual Early Bird during the ceremony at the Dinner. The dinner is held the Lansing Center. first week in January to show “As these new troopers our appreciation to the mem- travel home to be with their bers of our Post, Auxiliary and American Legion Commander loved ones for the holidays, Sons of the American Legion for Michigan, Larry Money. they can leave proud know- who have paid their dues by ing they have what it takes Veterans Day of the previous to join the ranks of the elite fall. It is our tradition to in- Michigan Department of vite the leaders of our state to now part of our department’s tics, patrol techniques, re- attend this event. It is also our history and you will help de- port writing, ethics, first aid, tradition to give them each a set termine its future. I expect criminal law, crime scene of Red Flannels. In the past it you to do what’s right, to do processing and precision was given to prepare them for your best and to treat others driving. the Upper Peninsula trip which the way you want to be treat- In order to be selected to usually follows directly after ed. In everything you do, I attend the academy, all appli- our dinner, in an attempt to keep ask that you provide ‘Service cants had to pass a stringent them warm during the cold and often snowy conditions of the With a Purpose.’” selection process that includ- American Legion Auxiliary Tpr. Thomas Gladney III ed a physical fitness test, UP in January. President, Ellen Jackson. was elected Class Orator background investigation This year the American Le- by his fellow recruits and and hiring interview. gion Commander for the State spoke on behalf of the grad- As part of the department’s of Michigan is Larry Money. uating class at the ceremo- commitment to “Providing He was elected and installed as Troopers are wearing MSP’s new Campaign hats, a nod to what en- Commander at the 2016 Annu- forcement members wore until the early 1920s. ny. Other award recipients Service With A Purpose,” the included Tpr. Brett Nichols, recruits participated in com- al Summer Convention held in State Police,” stated gradu- on whether the department who received the Academ- munity outreach projects in Sault Saint Marie, Michigan, ation keynote speaker, Gov- should make the uniform ic Achievement Award and which they donated food to June 23-26. Larry is from Post ernor Rick Snyder. “We wish change for its 100th Anniver- Team Building Award; Tpr. the City Rescue Mission of #51 in Buchanan Michigan. them safety each and every sary, which will be celebrated Trevor Baesch, who received Lansing and packaged food He has worked tirelessly for day and hope they enjoy long across the state throughout the Marksmanship Award; for Capital Area Community the cause of veterans in this and rewarding careers serv- 2017. All active enforcement and Tpr. Antonio Palmer, Services. state, holding many offices and chairmanships along the way, ing and protecting the resi- members began wearing the who received the Outstand- The 131st Trooper Recruit Sons of the American Legion dents of our great state.” hats on Dec. 22. ing Performance Award. School is the third of four including membership and Commander, Carvin Chapman. Today’s graduation cere- In her address to the grad- Troopers assigned to the trooper recruit schools this Americanism. He has served mony also marks the debut uates, MSP Director Col. Sixth District Rockford Post year, as well as a motor carri- as Post Commander, District of MSP’s new Campaign Kriste Kibbey Etue said, include Ross Crofoot, of er officer recruit school. The Commander, and Department hats, a nod to what enforce- “You have joined the MSP Freeland; Aaron Damstra, of 21st Motor Carrier Offi- vice Commander. Commander ment members wore until family at a very exciting Byron Center; and Jared Or- cer Recruit School started Money is a U.S. Army veteran the early 1920s. All active time. As our newest troopers ban, of Suttons Bay. August 28, 2016 and will who served from 1969-1976 in th enforcement members were and the last recruit school to Troopers assigned to graduate January 6, 2017. the 12 Special Forces Group. given the opportunity to vote graduate in 2016, you are Lakeview include Paul Fry, The 132nd Trooper Recruit He has been a member of the of Roseville; Daniel Hickey, School started August 28, Buchannan Post for 38 con- Your hometown local floor-covering floor-covering store store of Lake George; and Antho- 2016; will graduate February tinuous years. He and his wife forfor 3533 yearsyears ny Marcelin, of Queens, New 3, 2017. Barb have three sons and three York. The MSP is actively re- daughters. At our dinner, Com- The 131st Trooper Recruit cruiting; interested candi- mander Money will be speak- American Legion Auxiliary Hon- ing about his special project orary Junior President, Sabrina School began on July 17, dates should visit www. Townes. when 50 prospective troopers michigan.gov/mspjobs for Operation Comfort Warriors reported to the MSP Training more information on how to and bringing updates on Legion activities this year. We wel- Academy in Lansing. For apply. come Larry to our Post. Rockford Floor Covering, Inc. the past 23 weeks, recruits Including these troopers, The American Legion Auxiliary President for 2016-2017 received training in firearms, there are currently 1,065 is Ellen Jackson. She was also elected at the State Conven- Visit us at 10704 Northland Drive 616-866-2748 water safety, defensive tac- troopers assigned statewide. tion this summer. She is a member of Walter Fraser Unit #108 in Oxford, Michigan. She has held many offices and Craft Beer, Wines, Sodas & Great Food chairmanships on her way to the office of President. She has been busy this year Brauhaus traveling around our State visiting the many Districts & and Posts. Her theme for this year is “Hats Off For Veter- Restaurant ans”. Her special project is The Michigan Wounded and • German Tradition Returning Warrior Program. • Crafted in Michigan Ellen has been married to her husband PDC Carnie, a In Germany, Viet Nam era veteran, for ten hangover cures years. They have three chil- are said to be eating dren and four grandchildren. bananas (Vitamin B12) Welcome to Ellen and Carnie and to our Post. The Sons of the American (settle stomach) red meat Legion Detachment of Mich- igan is proud to bring Carvin Welcome to 2017! Chapman to our Post as the Commander for the State of 95 North MaiN | Cedar SpriNGS Michigan for 2016-20217. CSBreW.CoM | (616) 696-Beer Legion - continues on page 5 Thursday, January 5, 2017 The Cedar Springs Post Page 3 POST Highlights FreeThe Kent County Radon test kits for residentsHealth Division at 616- News...... pages 1-3 Health Department 632-6900. (KCHD) is teaming up Radon occurs natu- Church Connection...... pages 4-5 with the Grand Rapids rally in the ground. 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According to the Kent County Sheriff Department, Kent Office Hours: M-TH 10am-5pm • Friday 10am-2pm Michigan Attorney General County area residents are being contacted by phone by in- Bill Schuette announced that dividuals claiming to be a representative of the Sheriff De- the caller back. Michael Skupin, 54, of Farm- partment. The caller advises the victim(s) that they have The victim is then requested to provide the numbers on ington Hills, was sentenced failed to report for jury duty. The caller instructs the vic- the back of the prepaid card. Once the numbers are given, to one to four years in prison tim(s) that they have to pay an amount of money or they the money is then taken off the card by the suspect(s) and by Oakland County 6th Cir- will be arrested on a warrant. the fraud is completed. cuit Court Judge Wendy Potts The caller instructs the victim(s) to obtain a prepaid cred- “This scam is again taking place in the Kent County following his conviction of it card from a local store (example stores: CVS, Walmart, Area. The Sheriff Department does not conduct business in four counts of possession Rite Aid) for a specific amount. The victim is told to call this manner,” they said in a news release. of child sexually abusive materials in November. Once out of prison, he will Michael Skupin have to register as a sex of- fender on SORA and is restricted from using a computer outside of work purposes. He was also sentenced to pay restitution of $31,800 and probation for his financial crimes, with the first payments going to restitution. “Today’s sentencing is a strong message to those who prey on children: no matter who you are or what you do, we will find you,” said Schuette. “The act of downloading and viewing images of children in sexually abusive situa- tions is reprehensible. This behavior re-victimizes the child Creative teChnologies aCademy victims over and over.” Skupin, a former contestant on the television reality show 350 Pine Street • Cedar Springs, MI 49319 Survivor, was charged by Schuette in February 2016 with the counts of financial crimes of Larceny by Conversion and Racketeering as well as Possession of Child Sexually Abusive Materials. An investigation began into Skupin after victims from his alleged Ponzi scheme contacted a local news reporter. Mi- Open enrOllment periOd chael Skupin recruited investors and friends to take part in his “gifting scheme” called Pay It Forward. Victims made for the 2017-18 School Year cash investments in the scheme. Their money would then cycle through a chart in which participants were eventually January 15, 2017 – February 15, 2017 paid out of other new investors’ money. The scheme was discovered when eventually there were no new investors signing and most people in the scheme lost all of their mon- You may register students for grades K-12 ey. Skupin’s laptop was searched in conjunction with the by calling Mrs. Atkins or Mrs. Mattson at Ponzi scheme investigation. During the search, investiga- tors discovered images of underage children in sexual sit- uations. (616) 696-4905 Page 4 The Cedar Springs Post EEngagementThursday, January 5, 2017 Church ConnectionBB irth not talking about relocation or replacements or even repairs, nniversary spiritualbut a reality notes that one• dayannouncements all things will be made • new. memories This AA idea is not a figment of human imagination, but rather a fact of divine inspiration. “I am making all things new” is the 50th Anniversary record of the Apostle in The Revelation to John, which is Pastor Robert P. Smith the last book of the Bible. The Apostle John records these edding First Baptist Church words as “trustworthy and true” (Revelation 21:5 ESV). W From233 Main St,the Ceda Pulpitr Springs, MI Why? Why can the Apostle claim these words are a reli- able reality? John says, “Because God said so.” One thing emorial known about God is that He tells the truth. He speaks the M All things new truth and nothing but the truth so help me—it’s true. One day all things will be made new. I believe this truth about New. This is a familiar word. I am the new pastor at First God making all things new because God cannot lie (Titus bituary Baptist Church of Cedar Springs. My wife and I moved 1:2 ESV). O into a new home five months ago. We are new to western New. This word is not only familiar to me; it’s a word Michigan. We have a new mailing address. We’re meeting familiar to my faith. The Bible says, “Therefore, if anyone new friends in our church and community. is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; hankyou! A lot of things were new to us last year. I would imagine behold, the new has come” (2 Corinthians 5:17 ESV). You TT the same was true for you even if in different ways. We see, the certainty of my eternal confidence is because of ngagement faced the new experience of saying goodbye to a parent an earthly change. One day God will do what He has done EE in death. Some events have to happen if other experiences through the gospel of Jesus Christ. are going to be new. We moved. We left friends. We left Most of us are expecting something new in 2017. Maybe PAT &nnouncement TONI BUSH it’s a new job or a new house or a new friend, but some day AA family. We left all things familiar to us to begin something irth new in Cedar Springs. I wonder what new thing the New those things will no longer be new. However, life in Jesus “May the next 50 yearsBB be as good as your first 50 years Year will bring? will always be new. bringing you health, happiness, and your continuing love.” I believe that one day all things will be made new. I’m nniversary th Celebrate AwithA Pat and Toni Bush on Sunday, January 15 at the Village Inn Bar/Restaurant in Pierson from 2 to 6 pm. Cash bar. edding Church “Yes Dear.” isW the secret of their success. 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Not how did he die, but how did he live? Mary Queen of Apostles Church FREE Roman Catholic Faith Community west michigan Correspondence Not what did he gain, but what did he give? Course These are the units to measure the worth One W. Maple, Sand Lake | 636-5671 Meetingchurch at the corner ofof Park &Chris Elm St., Cedar Springs AvAilAblE Mass Times: Saturdays at 5:30 pm • Sundays at 7:30 am & 9:30 am Of a man as a man, regardless of birth. Sunday Worship: 11am Sacrament of Reconciliation: Mondays at 6:00 pm Sunday Bible Class: 12:30pm (616) 975-2778 Not, what was his church, nor what was his creed? Father Lam T. Le | [email protected] Wednesday Bible Study: 7pm [email protected] But had he befriended those really in need? Was he ever ready, with word of good cheer, To bring back a smile, to banish a tear? North KeNt CommuNity ChurCh ChurCh of the fuLL GospeL Pastor Craig S. Carter (Since 1946) Non-Denominational Not what did the sketch in the newspaper say, 1480 Indian Lakes Rd. NE | Sparta, MI 49345 pentecostal Grace But how many were sorry when he passed away? 616.550.6398 180 E. Lake St. Sand Lake (1 block E. of Traffic Light) Service Time: Sundays 10:00 am Sunday School .....10am / Sunday Morning .....11am Nursery & Children Ministry Provided Sunday Night ..... 6pm / Wed. Bible Study ..... 3pm It’s been 13 years, but we still miss you and www.nkcchurch.org | E-mail: [email protected] Pastor Gary Giddings (616) 799-0331 - Pastor Verta Giddings (616) 636-5628 think of you everyday. Love, your family Courtland-oakfield united Methodist ChurCh  PILGRIM BIBLE CHURCH & ACADEMY 10295 Myers Lake Ave.-1.5 Miles South of 14 Mile Rd. West Pine Street • 696-1021• Rev. Mike Shiery   Interim Pastor: Bill Johnson 866-4298   Sunday School 9:45  coumc.weebly.com Bliss-Witters & Pike    Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home is family owned and WoRShIP 10:45 aM and 6:00 P.M. sunday Worship : 10 aM MIdWeek SeRvIce • WedneSday 7:00 P.M. enhance fitness: 10 a.m. M/W/f operated by Kevin and Janet Pike. Our barrier free chapel  is located one-half mile south of downtown on Northland Drive. We are available to serve you 24 hours a day, 7 days Cedar Springs Christian Church Pioneer Christian Reformed Church 340 W. pine St. a week. pastor ryan Black: SerMonS online SundayS: on CTA property* Services at Cedarfield Community Center Cedar Springs 3592 17 Mile Rd. NE (Next to Meijer) non-denominational 10:30 a.M. Phone: 696-9120 MondayS: 616.696.1180 *NOT affiliated with Web: www.pioneercrc.org open prayer Creative Technologies Sunday Services: 10AM, 6PM www.cedarspringschristianchurch.org 7-8 pM Academy (CTA)

Cedar Springs Cedar Springs United United Methodist Methodist Church Church Rockford Springs Community Church 140 S. Main St., PO Box K , Cedar Springs 140 S. Main St., PO Box K, Cedar Springs Pastor David Vander Meer 616-696-1140616-696- 1140• www.cedarspringsumc.org www.cedarspringsumc.org 13603 Northland Drive 5815 14-Mile Rd. (3 miles east of 131) • 696-3656 Email: Email: [email protected] [email protected] Cedar Springs, MI 49319

www.rockfordsprings.org Pastor Steve Lindeman (616) 696-1410 Sunday Worship Service: 10:15 Pastora.m. • Coffee Steve Fellowship: Lindeman 11:15 a.m. Sunday WorShip Sunday WorshipSupervised Service: Nursery 10:15 Care a.m.Provided  Coffee Fellowship: 11:15Kevin a.m. Pike - Manager, Janet Pike Assistant 9:30am • 5:00pm Wednesdays: Food & Faith: 6:00pmSupervised dinner, 6:20-7:00pm Nursery CareChristian Provided Education Wednesdays: Food & Faith: 6:00pm dinner, 6:20-7:00pm Christian Education

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Forget yourself for others Grad...continued from front page Leader...continued from front page Lake—will then attempt to repair the fistula and others will not forget you! again. The Sand Lake United Methodist Wom- en’s group would like to help Pastor Mill- er by doing some fundraising for Rowdy’s surgery. They will be holding a hot dog and chili lunch at Sand Lake United Methodist Church, 65 West Street, Sand Lake, on Sat- urday, January 14, at from 11-3. For those who would like to donate, but Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to cannot attend, you can make out a check you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets to the Sand Lake UMC Women and put Matthew 7:12 “Rowdy” in the memo line. Mail it to Sand Lake United Methodist Church, PO 97, Sand Lake, MI 49343.

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Charles “Chuck” Cornell served in the U.S. Army from 1975-1979. Crash...continued from front page thought he was voluntarily missing and had no Township, was taken to Spectrum Butter- record of his disappearance. worth with by Rockford Ambulance with “My mom and dad believed they had filed a non-life threatening injuries. missing persons report. But in May 2016, we The driver of the GMC Sierra, Corbin found out it was never actually filed. Police Thomas Verdier, 19, of Grand Rapids, was didn’t believe any disruptions in the apartment also taken to Spectrum Butterworth by showed he should be missing,” explained Ra- Rockford Ambulance with non-life threat- chel. ening injuries. Richard passed away in 1991, without ever The passenger in the Sierra, Noah Na- knowing what became of his son. But Hattie, thaniel Bosse, 19, of Grand Rapids, suf- who is now 88 and resides in Rockford, and fered serious injuries and was airlifted to the others still searched. In May of this year, Spectrum Butterworth by Aeromed. when D/Sgt. Sarah Krebs, of Michigan State All those involved were wearing seat- Police Missing Persons Coordination Unit belts. Alcohol is believed to be a factor in The Cedar Springs Post heard about Cornell, she encouraged his fami- the crash, which is still under investigation. Newspaper ly to file a police report. A detective at the MSP Post in Rockford then investigated, according 4,150 Likes to a news release from the MSP. Hattie and one of Chuck’s sisters submitted DNA that was tested in a national database of www.facebook.com/cedarspringspost ...continued from page 2 unidentified remains. Legion The samples pointed the MSP to a 1989 John He is a member of the Chief Pontiac Post Doe case out of Arkansas, almost 900 miles #377 Sons of the American Legion Squad- from Battle Creek. Cornell had been walking ron and has served there for nearly 30 years. on the highway and was struck by a semi-truck He says that he is 100 percent for veterans Layaway and killed. Recognizable photos, medical and and is striving for 100 percent membership NOW and January this year. He has been Squadron Command- dental records and fingerprints were on file, but th Pay with the cases were not connected until the crucial er, 18 District Commander, and Zone Your Tax Commander. He also serves as a VA Rep Refund DNA was submitted. ClearanCe “Cases like this highlight the importance of in Detroit. His Special project is Operation families of missing people getting their DNA Comfort Warriors, a program dedicated to on file in CODIS. It is never too late,” said meeting the needs of wounded, injured or Krebs. “Without that link, the Cornell family ill military personnel. He has been married may have never known what had happened to to his wife Kathy for 32 years, has two sons, Charles.” six grandchildren and two great grandchil- The family was told about the match on dren. We are looking forward to spending Sale Tuesday, December 27. time with Carvin “Huey” and Kathy. Layaway NOW Rachel said both she and her mother have We are also proud to have with us from and Pay with mixed emotions about the news. “We don’t the Department of Michigan, American Le- Your Tax Refund have a lot of answers. We have the main an- gion Auxiliary Honorary Junior President, swer, but we are still trying to connect the Sabrina Townes. She is from our own Unit Save and area, being a member of Glen Hill Unit dots.” One of the things they would like to know, #287 here in Cedar Springs since 2001. Sa- 10% - 50% OFF is why was Chuck in Arkansas? “If there is brina’s theme this year is Tinkerbell. She anyone out there who knows why he ended and her Department Junior officers are Our already lOw priceS! up there, we’d like to know,” said Rachel. She spreading their “pixie dust” around the said they were unable to locate the girlfriend. State bringing happiness and awareness to On closeout, discounted “She had children of her own, I don’t think it veterans and the American Legion Family. was a super serious relationship.” Honorary Junior President Sabrina’s spe- and One of a Kind items Rachel said she is working with other agen- cial project this year is Stiggy’s Dogs. This cies and authorities to work out exactly what is a nonprofit organization that rescues dogs Throughout the Store occurred and with the coroner in Arkansas to from shelters and with the help of correc- get Chuck’s body home. They can then hold a tional facilities trains them for veterans with memorial service. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or Rachel is grateful for the support from law Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). This is done enforcement in finding her brother. “The- au at no cost to the veteran. Stiggyy’s Dogs is Larry’s based in Michigan and is for Michigan vet- thorities in Michigan—Det. Denise Bentley and D/Sgt. Sarah Krebs—and all the authori- erans. We are very proud of Sabrina and the ties in Arkansas, have been a tremendous help project she has chosen. NORTHTOWN to my family,” she said. The dinner will be held Saturday night at The MSP said that the Cornell case marks the Post at 80 S. Main St. in Cedar Springs. Furniture & Appliance the 67th identification that the MSP Missing Persons Coordination unit has made, and the Delivery Available Layaway Available 32nd one by DNA alone. For information on how family members NEW Hours: Mon. - Sat. 9-6 can contribute DNA or report a missing person, email MSP-MissingPersons@michigan. 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Our systemBy Lee H. H amiltoncomes This with is notable especially no on guarantees them to account, preferring Capitol Hill and in political public rallies to the give and There are a lot of dire pre- life, where the parties seem take that allows the public to dictions about our represen- to have abandoned fair play “The problem is not just examine and scrutinize their tative democracy out there. and taken to using institu- stances. We’re just past a presidential tions to maximize partisan the politicians. It’s us, too.” All of this poses real chal- election campaign in which advantage. Lee Hamilton lenges to the system. So what candidates complained about In the Senate, the recent might be done to restore pub- a rigged political system. refusal even to hold hearings lic faith in its fairness, just- Now, commentators worry on the President’s nominee to the Supreme Court brought ness and decency? about the imminent failure the lack of comity between branches to a new low. Paul Light, a professor of public service at New York of the American experiment. Politicians engage in a degree of partisanship that a few University, recently came out with a paper, “What Amer- I don’t agree with these decades ago would have disqualified them in the eyes of icans Want from Government Reform,” that reinforces the predictions of calamity. Our the voting public. They attack opposing politicians’ patrio- proposals many reformers have been pushing in recent representative democracy tism, impugn their loyalty, accuse them of criminal activity, years. His list of fixes that would enjoy support among is not on the verge of collapse. But I do see stresses and question the fairness of the election process itself — with ordinary Americans in both parties includes reducing the tensions that should concern anyone who cares about our virtually no evidence — and seek to undermine their ef- role of money in elections, boosting ethical constraints on system of self-government. fectiveness in office. Small wonder that elected officials’ elected officials, reducing waste and inefficiency, finding Our representative democracy has been remarkably sta- legitimacy is increasingly called into question among the ways to increase the voices of ordinary citizens, and ensur- ble and successful for over two hundred years, but that is no public at large. ing that civil servants and political appointees are qualified guarantee it will survive and prosper. If we had a media that prized both the vigilance and im- and competent. The mere fact that this nation is filled with so many citi- partiality it displayed during its heyday, these tendencies Americans don’t expect miracles. They just want the ba- zens who have lost confidence in key institutions is worri- might not run so rampant. Similarly, if politicians were sic features of government to work. But here’s the thing: some. The Gallup organization’s ongoing polling has found willing to negotiate, compromise, and search for remedies making this happen is up to us. Politicians may be directly declines in public confidence over the past few decades in to the nation’s challenges, then our current dysfunctional responsible for the problems above, but you and I as voters everything from the Supreme Court and Congress to the po- inability to get things done would be less of a hallmark of allow them to get away with it. We voted them into office, lice and even the military. It shows a pervasive drop in pub- these times. kept them there, and paid little attention to their shenani- lic regard for the institutions that undergird American life. Yet too many politicians seem fine with dysfunction. gans. The reasons stem in part from a declining willingness They appear more interested in holding power than in The problem is not just the politicians. It’s us, too. The among the people who inhabit those institutions to ob- using it to solve problems. They reject the norms of be- first words of the Constitution read, “We the People,” not serve the norms of behavior that evoke public confidence. havior in a civil society — for example, the New York “We the Government.” It’s up to us to strive for a more per- politician who wished Pres- fect union, and to be vigilant about these adverse tendencies ident Obama dead of Mad that threaten to undermine our representative democracy. Cow Disease. They sidestep Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana Univer- accountability and transpar- sity Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished ency: tweeting their stanc- Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; es rather than facing hard and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Envi- questions, avoiding press ronmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of conferences that would give Representatives for 34 years. reporters a chance to hold NEWSPAPER SPACE FOR SALE

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PNewspaper ST Call Today! 616.696.3655 Shop LOCAL • Shop The Post Thursday, January 5, 2017 The Cedar Springs Post Page 7 Arts/entertainment JOKE ometown Happenings Library HHHometown Happenings articles are a community service f the for non-profit agencies only. Due to popular demand o Week for placement in this section, we can no longer run all Short Snow Jokes articles. Deadline for articles is Monday at 5 p.m. This is not guaranteed space. Articles will run as space allows. What happened when the snowgirl fell out with the Guaranteed placement is $10, certain restrictions may snowboy? 43 West Cherry St She gave him the cold shoulder! apply. You now can email your Hometown Happenings to DirectoryCedar Springs, MI 49319 [email protected] please include name What do snowmen wear on their heads? and phone number for any questions we may have. 616-696-1910 Ice caps! email: [email protected] Praise the Lord at Cowboy Church nd Hours: What’s an ig? Jan. 8: 2 Chance will be having Cowboy Church on Sunday, January 8th at 6 pm. It will be at 2nd Chance School Monday, Tuesday, & Friday 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm An Eskimo’s home without a loo! Wednesday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm at 810 – 17 Mile Rd. Cedar Springs (corner of 17 Mile and Saturday 10:00 am -1:00 pm What do snowmen eat for lunch? Olin Lakes Rd). The message and music will be shared by Icebergers! the group, The Traditional County and Gospel Singers, with http://cedarspringslibrary.org Larry and Deb Eadie and fellow musicians. Invite your family and friends. Cowboy Church will be every 2nd and Where do snowmen go to dance? th Snowballs! 4 Sunday of the month. Each service will have different people sharing God’s word and music. Cowboy Church will introduce you to 2nd Chance and its vision. The school is How do snowmen travel around ? in the building stage, which when completed, will teach By icicle! NELSON TOWNSHIP/SAND LAKE BRANCH troubled teens through God and the horse. If you have 88 Eighth St. questions, call 616-293-2150. See you there! #1 What sort of ball doesn’t bounce? 1-877-243-2466 (toll free) A snowball! Keep your weight loss resolution Monday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM How do you know when there is a snowman in your Jan. 10: It’s that time of year... if you’ve made a New Year Tuesday & Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM bed? Resolution to drop some weight or to live a healthier life Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM style, come check out what TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly) You wake up wet! Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM can do for you. TOPS is a non-profit weight loss support What do you get if you cross a snowman and a shark? group for men and women that meets every Tuesday at the Frost bite! Resurrection Lutheran Church in Sand Lake. Your first visit is free! Weigh-ins 8:15-9am, meeting starts at 9:15am. In What do you call an Eskimo cow? case of inclement weather, meetings are cancelled if Tri- An Eskimoo! County or Cedar Springs schools are closed. Call Barb at 696-8049 for more information. #1 SPENCER TOWNSHIP BRANCH 14960 Meddler Ave. This Joke of the Week is Science Rocks! 1-877-243-2466 (toll free) brought to you by Jan. 14: Explore earth science with hands-on activities. Become a detective and learn the skills geologists use to Monday & Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM classic kelly’s identify rocks. Take a journey through the rock cycle as if Tuesday & Thursday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM A Finer Family Restaurant and Catering you were a rock yourself. Experiment with how meteorites Friday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM 356 North Main St., Cedar Springs create craters and use the magnetic force of the Earth to see Saturday: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM (616) 696-0620 who can make the longest magnetic chain. Create a piece of “rock-ing” art to take home, too. Saturday, January 14th at 10:30 am at the Nelson Township/Sand Lake KDL, 88 Eighth St. #1 Kent District Library Homebrew Competition: Book-Inspired Brewing Kent District Li- brary is proud to present the second annual “Book-Inspired Brewing” home brew contest as part of the KDaLe series. In col- laboration with Gravel Bottom Brewing and Railtown Brewing, KDL is calling on now Showing home brewers to enter DIGITAL Movies at the this unique competition: creating a beer Kent theatre inspired by their favorite title or author. The January winning beer will be 6 • 7 • 8 brewed in a profes- showtimes: sional brewery, Gravel recipe and a brief statement about how on February 24. Friday: 6:00PM • 9:00PM Bottom Brewing, and will be released the beer fits the theme of “Book-In- For more information or to regis- saturday: 3:00 PM • 6:00PM • 9:00PM sunday: 3:00PM • 6:00PM at the KDaLe Wrap-Up Party sched- spired Brewing.” In addition to being ter, please visit http://www.kdl.org/ uled for April 15. The winner’s name judged on flavor, aroma, mouth-feel events/kdale. Digital Movie Tickets will be engraved on the KDaLe home- and appearance, your beer will be rat- Kent District Library is a public $ brew trophy and the top three finalists ed based on how well it fits the theme library system operating 18 branch ONLY 3.00 will receive a home brewer’s prize and the story behind it. libraries. KDL serves nearly 400,000 8 N. Main St. • Cedar Springs 616-696-SHOW basket. Primary judging will be done with residents of 27 governmental units, www.kenttheatre.com 7469 The deadline to sign up is January a panel of Gravel Bottom, Railtown comprising most of Kent County, coming soon: 7, 2017; 50 submissions will be ac- and KDL staff, along with local home Michigan. KDL is an IRS-designated cepted. Entrants must deliver three brewers and other industry profession- 501(c)(3) nonprofit supported by mill- 12-ounce bottles of their brew to als. Secondary judging will be done age dollars and private donations. Gravel Bottom Brewing by February by professional brewers and local ci- Jan. 13-15 Jan. 20-22 *Planned movie titles may be changed by the distributor 15, 2017. They must also include the cerones. Winners will be announced Page 8 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, January 5, 2017 New Year New You

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FAMILY FEATURES espite most New Year’s resolutions centering on physical health-related goals, dreams and desires, there are many other ways to better yourself in 2017. By focusing on different parts of your life, you can become a more well- Drounded person thanks to a few simple tips, tricks and products. Incorporate more than just health goals into your 2017 plans by spending time and resources to improve your organization, balance your budget, invigorate your mind, increase time with loved ones and, yes, boost your body’s well-being. To help accomplish these goals and more, you can add to your repertoire creative planners and pens, budgeting apps, digital tools, simple games and kitchen equipment, among other products. For more ideas and inspiration to better your life in the New Year, visit eLivingToday.com. Get Organized with Flair

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Photo courtesy of Getty Images tablets and e-readers can help you combine learning with entertainment. Thursday, January 5, 2017 The Cedar Springs Post Page 9 New Year New You New Year, New You: Resources to help you keep your resolutions (StatePoint) Making and keeping resolutions questionnaires and self-analysis exercises. is difficult without direction or the advice of Smart Meals experts. Luckily, there are plenty of great re- Bowls are a delicious way to lose weight and sources to help, no matter what you are trying eat healthy, but they can also be laden with hid- to accomplish. den calories. 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Three long-term, comprehensive ex- can create a food plan to boost energy, have a ercise programs provide regimens so you and healthier pregnancy, limit jetlag, reduce aging, your partner can motivate each other to achieve and more. your fitness goals over a period of time. From (c) ALDECAstudio - Fotolia.com Achieve More choosing your partner and setting your goals to Whether you are seeking improvement in your career, rela- chological strategies and expert advice. From positive thinking tracking your progress and nutrition, this guide doesn’t require tionships, or in your overall performance, “Success: The Psy- to work-life balance to learning how to say “no,” the lessons in a gym membership or expensive fitness equipment. chology of Achievement,” can help equip you with the tools this dynamic infographic guide, authored by an organization- Start 2017 off on the right foot. Relying on books, tools and you need to drive yourself toward success using proven psy- al psychologist, are tailored to your personal situation through other resources can help you achieve your goals. Buying your first home? Follow this New Year’s plan to(BPT) get- So buying fiscallya new payments you make. fit Are back on if, say, you need to home tops your list of New there any debts standing in the go to the doctor or get new Year’s resolutions. As you way of making a house pay- tires for your car. Start by picture the big moment—the ment affordable? Those are opening a savings account one where you pull up to your the ones you want to knock and set up automatic transfers dream home in your moving out with an accelerated pay- each month. 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Page 10 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, January 5, 2017 SportS/Outdoors GreenvilleOn Wednesday, December 21, Cedar DualSprings High and Grandville Invite School wrestling traveled to Greenville for an OK White conference dual. The matches were close but the Red Hawks took a loss with a final score of 31-35. 112 lb Nathan Male, 119 lb Logan Hull, 140 lb Jordan Ringler, 160 lb Lucus Pienton, 215 Ryan Ringler and Heavy Weight Patrick Depiazza won their matches. On JV, 125 lb Kaedrian Dines won a match. The team traveled to Grandville on Wednesday, December 28 for their annual Invite. The tournament attracted several D1 schools and tough competition. The Red Hawks started the day with a loss against Grandville, 39-27. The team rallied and started a winning streak against Jenison, 46-27. Comstock Park was next to fall to the Red Hawks 40-31. Cedar Red Hawk Jordan Ringler was undefeated last week. Red Hawk Jacob Galinis trying to pin his opponent. Springs finished the day against Saline with another win and big lead, 44-23. Out of the thirteen teams compet- ing, Cedar Springs finished the day in th5 place. Last year they finished in th7 place at this same competition. Davi- Trust Fund finances important projects, son took the Championship, Grandville 2nd Place, Bedford 3rd Place and Tri County 4th Place. The individual records are as follows: Heavy Weight Pat- big and small rick Depiazza, 171/189 lb Ryan Ringler, and 140 lb Jordan From land acquisitions to local Wrestling - continue on page 13 outdoor recreation projects 1565 Dagget Road 616-636-5565 As 2016 winds down, the Michigan De- Pierson 887-2060 partment of Natural Resources concludes its Robinson year-long celebration marking the 40th anniversary of the Michigan Natural Resources Septic cleaning, llc Trust Fund. www.robinsonseptic.net Since its inception in 1976, the Trust Fund has bankrolled more than 2,000 projects, pro- If you can’t flush... you may need us! viding funding to local units of government Portable toilet rentals and the DNR to purchase land and land rights Serving Cedar Springs, Sand Lake, Howard City or developing outdoor recreation projects. The and surrounding areas since 1979 fund is administered by the DNR. 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Cedar Springs Public Schools Student Leadership Area; six Thursdays beginning in January. November 2016 Student Thank the following For more information and club sign up forms, vis- supporters for Council update it https://goo.gl/2xbv2Z or contact Club Advisors: Athletes of the Month Student Leadership Council is focusing on “giving Christi Bentley 616-204-6625, Michelle Bayink 616- bringing you this back” and “family engagement” at the Middle School. 799-0881. school page... Students brought in over 1,000 food items for a Food The Cedar Trails Giving Project Drive. Students were able to build 10 baskets for our CedaR SPRINGS local families. Food Baskets included everything Mr. Avink, Mrs. Shepard, Mrs. Graf, Mrs. Tiffany public needed for a Thanksgiving Day feast and then some. What a great schools Additional items were donated to North Kent Com- giving project munity Services, which also helps to support our fam- excellence & Innovation this year. We ilies from the Cedar Springs and neighboring areas. had money Karsen Dingman, Sienna Wight, 616-696-1204 The group of students also suggested more opportu- Collin Alvesteffer, and gift cards Football Tennis Volleyball nities for family nights. Their wishes were answered, coming in and thanks to our partnership with En Gedi, Craig Ow- since Thanks- ens was able to help us kick off a Family Fun Night at giving. We Physical Education at the Middle School. Parents, students and their siblings even heard sto- competed in Bubble Soccer. Pizza was provided. It Red Hawk Elementary ries of kids do- was a great night with lots of laughs. Mark Schumann, Physical Education Teacher ing chores and Students are working to coordinate the following for emptying their piggy bank to help these kids in need. There are two goals of the Physical Education class- future give-back opportunities: 3575 14 Mile Rd. Because of this generosity, we were able to help 2 es at Red Hawk Elementary: • Taking a “field trip” to Degage Ministries to help separate families this year, right from our own com- (1) Get students active for the entire class period 616-866-7670 out munity. Each family has two kids, and we were even (2) Provide students with a variety of physical ac- • Visiting the residents at Metron of Cedar Springs able to buy something little for the parents as well. tivity opportunities so the students have a knowledge • Volunteering some time to help support St. John • YOU made a difference in these family’s live. Thank base in hopes that they will continue to be physically Paul II Community Dinners you so much for your generosity and giving hearts this active throughout their lives. • Writing letters to our Veterans holiday. Students engage in building their muscle strength If you or your child have any ideas for Family Fun and endurance, as well as increasing their cardio-respi- 88 E. Division St., Sparta Nights or Giving Back, please contact Jodi West at Congratulations ratory endurance. Also, the students experience many [email protected] or (616) 696-7326. Stu- Ali Sparling on team games and lifetime leisure activities. 616-887-1761 dent Leadership is not an exclusive group. All stu- signing her nation- Physically active children grow up to be healthier dents are welcome to drop in. Meeting are every other al letter of intent to adults. Keep fit & healthy and keep moving. Thursday from 2:20-3:15, resuming on January 5, play basketball next 2017. year at NAIA mem- Process for School Closings/Delay ber school Aquinas When winter weather comes to Michigan, all school January is School Board College. Ali is pic- districts should have a process in place to determine tured with her par- whether to hold classes or not on any given day. At 4116 17 Mile Road Recognition Month ents Tracie and Brett, as well as members of the Cedar Springs As citizen leaders, individual school board mem- Cedar Springs Public Schools, there is such a process. bers face complex and demanding challenges. They Aquinas coaching staff. While the ultimate decision to open/close or delay 616-696-9610 the start of school lies with the Superintendent’s office, are alternately described as having the most important Jen Cook, Tri- volunteer jobs in the country and facing the toughest the process itself involves many steps. The process be- cia Boggiano and gins shortly after 3:00 a.m. The district’s transportation challenge in elected American government. Yet school Mike Duffy were board members are just ordinary citizens with extraor- supervisor goes out and physically drives many of the interviewed on roads in the district. The supervisor travels on paved The dinary dedication to our nation’s public schools. All the Shelley Irwin Michigan citizens should recognize the vital contri- roads, gravel roads, secondary roads, hilly roads, P ST GVSU radio show 36 E. Maple St. butions of these men and women and the crucial role and city streets. Special notice is given to areas that on December 15. Cedar Springs they play in the education of our children. have been known to be trouble spots of travel in the They shared the The month of January marks the annual observance past. During this drive, a variety of weather and road story of Responsive Classroom journey Cedar Springs 616-696-3655 of School Board Recognition Month. This is a time conditions can be encountered as the Cedar Springs has been on for the past two years. to show our appreciation and begin to better under- School district has such varied terrain. Conditions can, stand how local trustees work together to prepare to- and do, change in a very short distance. In addition day’s students to be tomorrow’s leaders. In January, Math In Focus to the actual traveling being done, temperatures and join with others from throughout our district and state Parent University Night the checking of weather conditions, weather reports, Robinson to salute the men and women who provide grassroots Tuesday, January 10, 2017 6 p.m. radar, and forecasts are also being checked. Shortly governance of public schools. at Cedar Springs Middle School Cafeteria after 4:00 a.m., the transportation supervisor begins Septic Tank Cleaning Cedar Trials, Beach and Cedar View Elementary checking with peers in neighboring districts. All of the 1565 Dagget Rd., Pierson Schools will be hosting this event. See you there. transportation supervisors have similar information T H A N K Y O U ! specific to their own districts. The direction of storms 616-636-5565 State of the District Presentation and forecasts along with road and traffic conditions are January 23, 2017 6:45pm A HUGE THANK YOU all taken into consideration by the supervisors of the Hilltop Community Building, 3rd Floor Board Room To Mr. Ring- individual districts. The individual supervisors share ler’s Machining their recommendations with each other as to what Flu Shots Available at the CS Woods class for likely will occur within their districts. School Health Center! making 4 mini After speaking with fellow supervisors, the trans- As a parent, you feel helpless when your child is picnic tables for portation supervisor then contacts the Superintendent 8450 Shaner Ave. Rockford sick and the flu can hit children hard, leaving them a new play area and provides her with his findings. By this time the feeling miserable. Symptoms last for several days and at Cedar Trails! Superintendent has also monitored weather conditions 616-866-0724 include fever, chills, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, Also thank you and spoken with area superintendents. After all of this cough, muscle or body aches, and fatigue. Getting an to the CS Edu- data has been collected and shared, the Superintendent annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself cation Founda- and Transportation Supervisor mutually can make the and your family from the flu. Flu vaccination can re- tion for funding decision to open/close or delay the start of school. duce flu illnesses, doctors’ visits, and missed work and the $5000 grant The safety of our students and staff is always our school due to flu, as well as prevent flu-related hospi- to cover the cost highest priority when making these decisions. While 8955 Sparta Ave. talizations. It takes approximately 2 weeks for the vac- of completion of the project which will include a sand a school bus is one of the safest methods of transpor- Sparta cine to be effective, so it’s important to vaccinate early play area, sidewalks for hopscotch and basketball, and tation out on the roads, it is always ultimately the par- 616-887-1791 in the flu season. The Cedar Springs School Health a shed to store new outside toys! ent’s decision as to whether or not to send a child out Center offers flu shots for your child. Call us today at to school. 616-696-3470 to schedule an appointment! We have appointments available before, during and after school High School French hours. Not available to take your child to the appointment? Book Project Not a problem! As long as a consent form is on file, we Elise Beutlick, French Teacher are happy to see your child without a parent or guard- ian present. The school even provides transportation to The French II and III students at Cedar the Health Center during school hours! Springs High School made Christmas pres- ents in the form of French children’s books for the children living at an orphanage in CSPS Ski & Snowboard Club Cap-Haitien, Haiti. Haiti is a French-speaking country with a very low literacy rate of For 4th grade students and older 60%. CSPS students have the opportunity to be part of the Many children in Haiti do not have ac- students decided to create books to send to creating a special Christmas memory for these school ski and snowboarding club at Cannonsburg Ski cess to books. The Cedar Springs’ French Haiti with the goal of encouraging literacy and children. 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In that regard, we continue to live lb Jacob Galinis and 171/189 lb Nate Patin had 3 wins each; nations for how they interact to create changing weather. in the dark ages with animals unable to perceive long-term 125 lb Patrick Fliearman, 135/140 lb Jordan Andrus and A couple centuries ago when communication was not change. We have the ability to adjust our behavior based on 152/160 lb Lucus Pienton had 2 wins each; and 112 lb Na- instantaneous, predicting weather for the next week was the evidence or ignore it. than Male, 130 lb Aaron Smith and 135 lb Anthony Brew nearly impossible. People kept records of annual occur- Natural history questions or topic suggestions can be di- had one win each. rences and predicted climatic expectations. It was obvious rected to Ranger Steve (Mueller) at odybrook@chartermi. “The boys have made a lot of progress this season but we that winter would provide cold conditions compared with net - Ody Brook Nature Sanctuary, 13010 Northland Dr. still have a long way to go until we get where we want to summer warmth. Cedar Springs, MI 49319 or call 616-696-1753. be. There’s a lot of community support pulling for us and Astronomers studied sun, Earth, moon, and star move- we don’t want to let them down,” said Head Coach Nick ment relationships. They determined the Earth traveled Emery. around the sun instead of the sun going around the Earth. Accumulated data gradually was pieced together to provide improved understanding for how air masses move on Earth. Air movement has significant life and death impact on our lives. To our benefit, weather forecasters caution us Legal NOTICES about what to expect so we can plan safe travel. We are warned about hazardous driving conditions so we will adjust commute time or make decisions about cancelling school and community events. Animals are in the dark ages when it comes to knowing what weather is headed toward their nature niche three days hence. They are locked into their own built in “Farmer’s Almanac” for climatic conditions. Climate is the long-term average of weather that occurs for any day, week, month, or year. Evolutionary adjustments in behavior and genetics Public Notice allow species to survive. Some migrate, some hibernate, Public Notice some stay active in winter. city of cedar Springs city of cedar Springs Rabbits remain active all winter, warblers migrate to warm climates, and woodchucks hibernate using adapta- Regular Meeting of the Please note the 2017 meeting schedule for the tions developed in response to long-term climate condi- cedar Springs city council following City Boards and Commissions. tions. Survival is not assured because weather conditions All meetings are held at City Hall, in the City Council Chambers. bring extreme variations compared with averages that thursday, January 12, 2017 determine climate. A recent cold winter caused the Great Lakes to have 90 percent ice cover and many ducks were Workshop city council forced to small areas of open water where food was deplet- 6:15 p.m. ed. Massive duck die off occurred that year in response to January 12, 2017 7:00 p.m. weather. When weather shifts the average conditions to colder or Meeting February 09, 2017 7:00 p.m. warmer, it is an indication that climate is changing. Climate 7:00 p.m. March 09, 2017 7:00 p.m. change has occurred throughout the 5-billion-year history April 13, 2017 7:00 p.m. of Earth. Most often the average change has been slow and cedar Springs city Hall May 11, 2017 7:00 p.m. allowed organisms to adjust through life and death changes 66 S. Main St. in behavior and genetics selection. cedar Springs, Michigan June 08, 2017 7:00 p.m. Some animal perceptions are keener than those possessed July 13, 2017 7:00 p.m. by humans. Changes in barometric pressure are noticed by Dated: January 5, 2017 Rebecca Newland August 10, 2017 7:00 p.m. animals and they respond before we recognize weather is City Clerk September 07, 2017 7:00 p.m. about to change dramatically. Animals are attributed with 616.696.1330 responding to severe storms before they arrive while peo- October 12, 2017 7:00 p.m. ple have not taken notice. People have taken warnings from November 09, 2017 7:00 p.m. pets or wild animal behavior that resulted in saved lives. Public Notice December 14, 2017 7:00 p.m. towNshiP of sPeNcer Planning commission PUBLIC NOTICE couNty of KeNt, MichigaN January 03, 2017 7:00 p.m. VILLAGE OF SAND LAKE Notice of aDoPtioN 2017 SCHEDULE February 07, 2017 7:00 p.m. of ZoNiNg orDiNaNce March 07, 2017 7:00 p.m. REGULAR COUNCIL aMeNDMeNts aND MEETINGS *April 11, 2017 7:00 p.m. (THIRD MONDAY OF THE MONTH AT 7:00PM) suMMary of the May 02, 2017 7:00 p.m. regulatory effect June 06, 2017 7:00 p.m. JANUARY 16 JULY 17 thereof *July 11, 2017 7:00 p.m. FEBRUARY 20 AUGUST 21 August 01, 2017 7:00 p.m. PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on MARCH 20 SEPTEMBER 18 December 20, 2016, at 7:30 p.m., the Township Sept. 05, 2017 7:00 p.m. Board of the Township of Spencer, adopted an October 03, 2017 7:00 p.m. APRIL 17 OCTOBER 16 ordinance amending the zoning ordinance to *November 14, 2017 7:00 p.m. MAY 15 NOVEMBER 20 rezone the following described lands from the R-R Rural Residential District to C-1 Neighborhood December 05, 2017 7:00 p.m. JUNE 19 DECEMBER 18 Commercial District, such lands being commonly Special meetings scheduled as needed. described as 12620 Fargo St. N.E., and legally Downtown Development Authority described as follows: board of Directors The South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 REGULAR PLANNING EXCEPT the West 1707.24 feet and COMMISSION MEETINGS EXCEPT the East 50 feet and EXCEPT *January 24, 2017 12:00 p.m. (All meeting dates are Tuesdays at 7:00 PM) the South 250 feet, Section 27, Town 10 *April 25, 2017 12:00 p.m. North, Range 9 West, Spencer Township, *July 24, 2017 12:00 p.m. JANUARY 19 JULY 10 Kent County, Michigan. APRIL 10 OCTOBER 09 effective Date. The amending ordinance will November 27, 2017 12:00 p.m. become effective on January 12, 2017. A copy All meetings are held at the of the amending ordinance may be inspected or *Please take note due to conflicts the dates of Sand Lake Municipal Building purchased at the office of the Spencer Township the regular scheduled commission do not fall 2 E. Maple St. Clerk, 14960 Meddler Avenue, Gowen, Michigan, on regularly scheduled days* Sand Lake, MI, 49343 during normal business hours. 616-636-8854 Dated: January 5, 2017 Rebecca Newland Dated: January 5, 2017 City Clerk TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE Dated: January 05, 2017 Leticia Nielsen, 616.696.1330 Clerk TOWNSHIP OF SPENCER Award

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The Trust Fund Board was walked their dogs into Danford Island Park, which is a center of so surprised that we were going to donate the funds back to build activity. ...continued from page 10 the park they wanted to hear it a couple of times.” The village used grant money to build a bridge to the island Projects Butler, who is active in the Lambros family business – Vango’s across the river, create better access to the area, and install a uni- In fact, the Trust Fund Board several years ago created two ini- Pizza and Lounge, the oldest restaurant in Marquette – said she’s versally accessible canoe/kayak ramp. tiatives—the small acquisition grant initiative and the small devel- delighted in how things turned out. “The use that area is getting just jumped exponentially,” Rez- opment grant initiative for small projects—$100,000 or less for “The most rewarding part is the universal access,” she said. “It’s nick said. “Dog walking has increased so much that we’re trying acquisition and $50,000 or less for development. the only place around where people who have kids with wheel- to develop a dog park. People from the state office building go “For several years in a row, the Trust Fund Board chose to fund chairs can get to the beach. We feel like we did the right thing there to eat their lunch. It’s not uncommon to see people taking all applications under those initiatives,” DeBrabander said. here.” graduation pictures there, wedding pictures there – it is getting Local projects make up a significant portion of Trust Fund Gov. Rick Snyder visited the park this past summer and com- tremendous use. grants annually. memorated the Trust Fund 40th anniversary there, touring the site “Now it’s a destination on the Grand River for kayakers and DeBrabander said even a small project, like new restroom facil- with Butler and members of her family. canoers, where people are putting in and taking out.” ities in a local park, can make a big difference. Mindy Milos-Dale, director of the Oakland Township Parks Reznick said the community had been trying to raise money to A 2014 grant to the city of Wakefield in Gogebic County, for and Recreation Department in Oakland County, said much of the develop the park, but, because of the Trust Fund, all they needed work at Eddy Park on Sunday Lake, is a prime example. The grant 15-park system, begun in the 1970s, is “funded in good part with to raise was the 25-percent match. funded rebuilding and remodeling the park restroom as well mak- Trust Fund money.” “This thing,” Reznick concluded, “is huge.” ing the pier at the lake and the restrooms accessible to all. “Many of those acres are the result of Trust Fund grants and Get more information on the Michigan Natural Resources Trust “We’re very happy to have the improvements to the park,” said some of the development was funded by the Trust Fund,” she said. Fund, including project and acquisition lists, upcoming deadlines Wakefield city manager Richard Brackney. “It was necessary to “We’ve had four acquisition grants and three development grants. and more at www.michigan.gov/mnrtf. do these things and it’s really made a difference. We have had a “We’re big, big fans of the Trust Fund. It’s just the most won- great increase in visitors into the park.” derful thing to see them putting In Republic in Marquette County, Republic Township super- up the money to preserve these visor John Ulrich said the money from the Trust Fund enabled lands. I’m just so proud to be a AUTO CLUB OF AMERICA, the township to develop a new campground on land the township resident of Michigan.” bought in 2004, but had been sitting vacant for a decade. Local projects can have an BE REWARDED RATHER THAN The township purchased pit toilets for the site, installed an RV impact on people statewide. dump station, and helped build the water system with its grant. 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(no mileage or dollar caps, no out-of- campers yet, but we do have some reservations for next year. We national tournament now on the ■ Unlike other auto clubs, ACA doesn’t expect campers in May.” schedule of events, it’ll bring pocket expenses, no additional stress.) lock you into using only certain providers Of course, not all local Trust Fund grants are small. Clark Lam- people in from out-of-state as ■ No-hassle locksmith service. and retailers. bros Park in Marquette – the dream of a late, successful business- well.” ■ Car rentals, hotel reservations, ■ ACA members receive a free Wellcard, man – would not have become a reality without the grant, said Zuiderveen said the project restaurant discounts - you’re for discounts on many healthcare Michele Butler. was a collaborative effort on in control! ACA doesn’t limit you to needs - prescriptions, dental, vision Butler, Lambros’ significant other, said he had a piece of land on the part of “a bunch of people.” just the higher priced options. and hearing services. Lake Superior valued at $1.1 million that he wanted to donate to “It was the better part of a the city for a park, but the city couldn’t afford to develop it. million dollars and the Trust So after Lambros died, Butler approached the Trust Fund with Fund did most of the heavy lift- EXCLUSIVE BONUS - DOUBLE REWARDS! SIGN UP TODAY a proposal – to sell the land to the city for $812,000, which the ing,” he said. AND RECEIVE $200 IN ACA REWARDS! 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