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th CITY RECORD 125 Year Issue #4 January 22, 2009 Seventy-five Cents Water is the main topic at Coloma Township Board meeting Poor water quality and tower, sewer plant efficiency, lake clean up initiative, and phosphorus ban discussed

By Annette Christie benefit of a study would be to deter- Balkema in the amount of However, the state eliminated the The Coloma Township Board mine whether the amount processed $82,892.51 for water main exten- loop from the project. seemed to be talking about all kinds per minute could be increased at all. sions. The water project was funded by the of water, from the new water tower Invoices for work on the water sys- A discussion was held after a water state after wells in that area were and system to Paw Paw Lake, at its tem were approved as the project filter out of the home of a Coloma found to be contaminated by January 14 meeting. narrows down to the final phases. Charter Township resident from Dacthal. The state determined that Treasurer Lance Becht, who sits on Engineer George Grainger presented Shore Drive was presented and was the way to remedy this contamina- the Joint Sewer Board, reported that three invoices. The first to McQuire blackened by the amount of sedi- tion was to provide municipal water ment that is going through the sys- to those affected. XDnce the lines BANK BRANCH CLOSING...The 5/3 Bank downtown Watervliet that entity is working on a budget Iron was for controls and valving on tem. were run, residents could hook up branch will be closing its doors on April 17. (Lynn Attila photo) and is considering a study to deter- the water tower in the amount of mine if the plant can be made more $8,742.94; the second was to finish Supervisor Ken Parrigin explained, for free but needed to cap and aban- efficient. The plant has exceeded an some abandoned wells in the echoed by Grainger, that the system don their own wells. amount of water being processed amount of $1,520 to McQuire Well near there dead ends and was intend- Grainger explained that because the 5/3 Bank to close than can even be measured, and the Drilling; and the third was to ed and needs to be looped. CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 Watervliet branch By Lynn Attila business district, is owned by 5/3 In a surprise revelation, Jennifer Bank and will be put up for sale, Ranville, public relations liaison for Ranville reported. 5/3 Bank, announced this week the All 5/3 customers will receive a let- Watervliet branch located at 332 N. ter in the mail notifying them of the Reports Main Street will be closing its doors pending changes. on April 17, 2009. Holders of safety deposit boxes will Compiled by Annette Christie The drive-through facility at 384 have their boxes transferred from Berrien County Sheriff/ First Street will remain open and the downtown Watervliet facility to assessable to the public, she said. the 5/3 Bank branch at 6553 Paw Watervliet Charter Ranville apologized for the corpo- Paw Avenue in Coloma. Box renters Township handle rate decision making that led to the will be asked to come into the multiple complaints closing of this financial institution Watervliet location prior to April 17 Berrien County Sheriff's that has served the Tri-City Area for to personally relocate their box. The Department Deputy Guy Puffer generations. "It's sad to have to do safety deposit box rental ftfCWill be 2009 MISS HARTFORD AND HER COURT...(from the left) finalist Natasha Madison, First Runner-up reports that he and Deputy Mark what we are doing but it is prudent waived for one year to accommo- Emily Warrens, 2009 Miss Hartford Hannah Chernugel, Second Runner-up and Miss Congeniality Alicia Lundin made 14 arrests in the month decision making," she commented. date customers for the inconven- Johnson, and finalist Alisha Wismer. (Annette Christie photo) of December (two felonies; 12 mis- "I'm sorry the community is upset." ience, Ranville said. demeanors). She pointed out the recent national Customers who do not come in and They made 28 traffic stops and economic climate has deemed personally relocate their boxes will Miss Hartford 2009 is Hannah Rose Chernugel issued 12 tickets. "smart thinking and doing what is have their boxes moved to the new By Annette Christie After graduation, Emily plans to Previous royalty from Hartford The pair has performed 59 building best for all of our customers" as the location by bank representatives. A future flight attendant claimed the attend Otterbein College to become served as mistresses of ceremonies checks and 11 motorist assists. "right thing to do." Ranville said, "Every attempt will crown of Miss Hartford 2009. a registered nurse. for the evening: Miss Hartford and Puffer said the motorist assist num- Ranville reassuringly stressed, "5/3 be made to relocate 5/3 Bank Hannah Rose Chernugel, 17, was Second Runner-up honors went to Second Runner-up to Miss bers will likely go up, given the Bank is in excellent fiscal health and employees in similar positions at selected Sunday afternoon, January Alicia Marie Johnson, daughter of Blossomtime 2007 Lindsey Sells; weather we are having. When a car is totally financially sound. Our cus- other locations within the company. 18, from a field of five contestants. Tom and Tina Johnson. She was also and Miss Hartford and First Runner- goes off the road and a wrecker is tomers have nothing to worry about. We will do our best to place every A senior attending Hartford High selected as Miss Congeniality from up to Miss Blossomtime 2006 Emily called to pull it out, that is a motorist This decision is based on what's best employee." School, Hannah is involved in soft- her fellow contestants. Foster. assist. for the customers as a whole and She also said signs alerting the pub- ball, yearbook, basketball, and The 18-year-old senior at Hartford Serving as the escorts for the In all, there were 67 complaints and consolidation is what's best at this lic to the changes will be posted at writes for the school newspaper. High School is involved in basket- evening were the two Hartford rep- 22 follow-ups. time." the Watervliet Main Street and She was named the Winterfest ball, track, and cross-country. She resentatives who will be going to Tall snow bank warning The historic building housing the drive-through locations, and ads will Blossomtime for the community. Princess in 2007. has received 45 medals for track and Puffer reminded people to watch bank, located in the heart of the run in regional newspapers. The daughter of Russell Chernugel cross-country between her freshman CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 out for tall snow banks that restrict and Mollie Chernugel, she plans to and junior years. She was named the sight of oncoming traffic. One of MVP for track. She was also select- attend the Airline Academy in the recent traffic accidents that he ed as Homecoming Princess her Daytona where she will eventually was called to was because of that sophomore year. become a flight attendant. reason. He said that in one case they Hannah hails from a multi-genera- After graduation, Alicia plans to had to contact a property owner to tional royal family. Mom, Mollie, attend a community college to earn a have the snow hill removed, due to was Miss Hartford 1983 and her degree. She hopes to have a career in the vision impairment it caused. either fashion or photography. grandmother, Sandra Weberling, Beware of Craig's List and was Miss Baroda in 1964. The other two contestants were She will represent Hartford at the Natasha Nichole Madison, daughter eBay scams 4 Puffer reported that there has been a Miss Blossomtime Pageant in of Tye and Barbra Madison; and March. Alisha Marie Wismer, daughter of rash of scams on the Craig's List and Named First Runner-up was Emily Patrick Wilkinson and Lisa eBay Internet sites. He warned indi- Ann Warrens, daughter of Jeff and Wilkinson. viduals to be sure when buying Kim Warrens. Chairman for the event was Heidi things over the Internet that the sell- The 18-year-old senior at Coloma Knight. 2009 MR. HARTFORD REPRE- er is legitimate and the items can be High School is the secretary for the Judges were Hilary Taylor, Miss SENTATIVES TO BLOSSOM- legally sold. WATERVLIET ROYALTY... 2009 Mr. Watervliet and his court: 1st National Honor Society and is a Coloma and Miss Blossomtime TIME ...(from the left) T^ler Recently, some items that were runner-up Jeremy Flagel; 2nd runner-up Kevin Bryce; Mr. Watervliet member of the yearbook staff. She 2002; Ray Steadman; and Wayne Fuller and Trent Bulat. stolen locally have shown up for Scotty Sexton; and Mr. Nice Guy Kyle Garland. participates in track and SADD. Prillwitz. (Annette Christie photo) sale on Craig's List. He encourages (Jordan Krieger photo) people who have had items stolen from them to check it out, and you may be able to identify your proper- Scotty Sexton is selected as Mr. Watervliet 2009 ty. By Annette Christie and playing the drums in a local He has been the Homecoming honorable mention all-state quarter- Garland and Val Garland. In addition. Puffer also recently Scotty Sexton followed in the foot- band. Prince and this past fall was named back; first team all-conference in Kyle, 18, is a senior at Watervliet investigated a scam over the Internet steps of his brother, T.J., Sunday After high school, he plans to attend Homecoming King. Academically, basketball and baseball; MVP in High School. He is involved in to earn extra money at home. afternoon, January 18, by claiming a Kendall College, resulting in a Jeremy is in the top 10% of his class. basketball; all-district academic band, football, basketball, and base- Internet browsers receive a message "King" title. Scotty was crowned career as an art teacher. In his free time, Jeremy volunteers team; and an academic letter winner. ball in school. He is also a member or find a site where the interested Mr. Watervliet 2009; T.J. was Mr. Jeremy Flagel captured the title of as pep band leader; helped build the He has also been an SAC of his church youth group. party may earn money by gift-wrap- Coloma 2008. Their proud parents First Runner-up. He is the son of Jeff community skate park; works at the Leadership Summit participant. An Honor Roll student, he is a ping at home. The message appears are Tim Sexton and Robbie Sexton. and Vicki Flagel. elementary school fun fair; and has Kevin volunteers at elementary Panther Pride Award recipient, to come from a representative of a Scotty, 17, is a senior attending The 17-year-old senior is involved assisted with set building for school school field days, basketball and received honorable mention all-con- legitimate company. The interested Watervliet High School. He is in cross-country, wrestling, band, musicals. football camp for elementary stu- ference offensive line in football, party then gives his or her credit involved in jazz choir and band and baseball, track, school musicals, and Post high school, he plans to attend dents, and elementary school spirit and received an academic excel- card number and items are shipped is a member of his church youth variety shows. Southwestem Michigan College to days. He also volunteered to help lence award in English. to that person's home for wrapping, group. He has received an award of An Honor Roll student, Jeremy has study in the field of medicine. construct the community skate park Kyle volunteers for his church, per- only to be picked up a day later by excellence in art and most improved received several awards, including: Second Runner-up honors went to and has helped build community forming lawn care, teaching, usher- UPS. The interested party never player in marching band honors. He captain of the wrestling team; all- Kevin Bryce, son of Curt and Kim floats. ing and working in the nursery. receives reimbursement for the volunteers at the Benton Harbor conference cross-country, wrestling Bryce. After high school, he plans to attend He plans to attend Central Michigan items purchased, nor do they receive F.O.P. Lodge and has mentored ele- and track for the 2007-2008 seasons; He is involved in football, basket- Trine University to become a civil University to become an athletic payment. mentary students as well as tutoring most improved runner award in ball, baseball, variety shows, and engineer. trainer. No injuries reported by middle school band students. track; MVP cross-country for two musicals. He is the recipient of sev- Selected as the Mr. Nice Guy by his The 12 contestants opened the show Watervliet City Police In his free time, Scotty enjoys years; and outstanding player in eral awards, including: first team all- fellow contestants was Kyle Sunday afternoon with a dance to in rash of accidents skateboarding, singing, drawing, Garland. He is the son of Ken band for three consecutive years. conference quarterback and safety; CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 Tri-City Record January 22, 2009 Lett en & Conmentary The Van Buren County Road Commission wants ) 2.) Our annual Silent Auction held January 22, 2009 Tri-City Record 3 CORRECTION in Coloma during the Glad-Peach you to know... An historic week; My idem The report of the Coloma City celebration); Proos sworn Commission meeting in last week's Winter weather Dr. King's Dream God works 3.) Our spring cash raffle. TIPS FOR CE ORROWBlf PROM THE INTERNET pcom the in at Capitol News issue of the Tri-City Record was a We, the Paw Paw Lake Rotary, safety reminder is alive and well Spiritual repeat of a previous story. would like to give a big THANK Capitol Last week my family joined me at from . with teams The correct Coloma City YOU to everyone who contributed With the amount of snow that has "Human progress is neither auto- the Capitol in Lansing as all 110 Compass by Lansing Success always involves a team. Commission report is in this week's and supported our fundraisers and fallen in the past week, and the addi- matic nor inevitable... Every step state representatives were sworn in Fred Upton That team may be a family, business Points issue. our events and for all the help to tional snow predicted in the forecast, toward the goal of justice requires to the Michigan House of Repre- Congressman partners, other shift workers, or the The Tri-City Record regrets any the Van Buren County Road make this possible. We hope for con- u sacrifice, suffering, and struggle: sentatives. This event marked the rest of a recon squad. AYSO teaches confusion the error caused. Commission reminds everyone of tinued support so we can keep con- the tireless exertions and passionate first session day of the 95th Legis- kids the value of team playing; and the importance of winter safety near ican dream of freedom and opportu- By Rep. John Proos tributing to our communities. concern of dedicated individuals. " lature. although Lucy made the goal, the By Pastor David C. Helms nity. Through the leadership of Dr. Plymouth Congregational Church Thank you. your streets and roads. -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Even though this is my third term in tough decisions. This time around, I Coloma King, the Civil Rights Movement whole team gets ice cream after the Paw Paw Lake Rotary Snow continues to pile up on the Every year we come together as a office, I have never lost the feeling I hope more lawmakers will put parti- Orissa, India, for being Christian, it was bom and our nation woke up to game. Lucy couldn't have done it by sides of the roads, and this is a nation to celebrate and honor the got the first time I walked through sanship aside and do what is in the causes me to grieve, and I should at Wrestling Club ), identify racism and bigotry as herself. tempting playground for children. extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. the House chamber doors as an best interest of the state. Only by least be praying for those suffering Senator Jelinek \NW-KINO crimes of our soul and a stain on the The church is like that too. Usually Remind your children NOT to play Martin Luther King Jr. There is no elected official or the sense of pride working together will we be able to members of the body. appreciates underlying principle of our democ- we think of "church" as a place but, on the banks, make snow forts, or question that Dr King is smiling and honor to be able to represent my create a long-lasting solution to our People with leprosy do not feel pain thanks residents racy. really, the church is a people. The make tunnels next to roads. This is upon us right now - his unmistak- community. structural budget deficit. when an injury is sustained to an TCR coverage We still have quite a ways to go to Bible describes church in terms of Dear Editor, extremely dangerous. able grin brimming with great pride. While I am optimistic about the fu- Our state is facing many challen- the human body with its many parts extremity. So when an injury occurs beat back hate and bigotry once and Dear Editor, As I begin my last two years as your As your child waits for the school How appropriate that yesterday we ture and looking forward to the two ges, but key amongst them is the working together as a team. In and serious damage is done, the for all. But the healing continues. On behalf of the Coloma Wrestling state Senator, I want to thank the res- bus, make sure he or she is WELL inaugurated Barack Obama as the years ahead, I am also concerned need to re-energize our economy Romans 12:4&5 we read: "For even extremity may get infected and ulti- Let us all reflect this week, soaking Club, I would like to thank the Tri- idents of the 21st Senate District and AWAY from the edge of the road- nation's 44th President, almost 80 about the state's expected $1.5 bil- and create jobs. Only by creating a as we have many members in one mately gangrene. Then amputation in the pomp and circumstance of the City Record for publishing our tour- remind everyone that they should way. Plows can "throw" snow off years to the day marking the birth of lion budget shortfall next year and positive business environment that body, and all members do not have may be required. corra* Inauguration, of the great strides that nament results. contact my office for assistance if the blade of the truck at a great Martin Luther King Jr. Michigan's continued job loss. leads to good-paying jobs will our the same function, so we the many The church should not be like that. we have made and the great strides The wrestlers from our club really the need ever arises. force. The Inauguration of Barack Obama Having been through the budget state reverse the tren^l of declining are one body in Christ, and each one still to come. enjoy the coverage and love seeing I have worked hard to represent Plow trucks often must back up in signals a milestone, in the legacy of battle that consumed most of the revenues. This means we must members of one another." Jesus tells us, "Then the King shall Each and every one of us here in the their names in print each week. your best interests in Lansing, vot- order to clear an area of snow. If you Martin Luther King Jr. and our Legislature's attention in 2007, I tighten our belt and sacrifice in the Because church is defined this way, say to those on His right hand. tri-cities, the entire state, and across No matter how full the sports page ing on issues that matter most to you drive or walk up on a plow truck nation. The "Dream" is alive and know how difficult it can be to short term in order to turn our state it goes far beyond the local assem- Come, blessed of My Father, inherit the nation has a charge to ensure that is, you always seem to find room for to ensure your voice is heard. conducting this type of an operation, well. All children in this nation now come to agreement when making around. bly of seekers, believers, and disci- the kingdom prepared for you from we continue Dr. King's fight for our results. In the past two years, I missed only assume the driver cannot see you. can say to themselves, "I can grow ples. The true church as the "body of the foundation of the world. For I equality and justice for all, to keep Thanks again! one-and-a-half days of session, and Take evasive action if the truck up to be President." And they can. Christ," with Him at its head, was hungry, and you gave me food; the "Dream" alive. We are all those Tracy Spaulding both times were due to family med- begins to back up into your vehicle's Dr. King had a vision of a land becomes worldwide in nature. It is a I was thirsty, and you gave Me Ttrnkeechs- dedicated individuals that he so Coloma Wrestling Club ical situations. direction. ©TtA J-22-05 where people of every religion, race, MSU Extension very big team. drink; I was a stranger, and you took M often spoke of. Michigan State University Extension helps people improve With temperatures dropping well tion, individuals with diabetes are Always taking into consideration and creed could realize the Amer- their lives through an education process that applies This helps us to realize that when Me in; I was naked, and you clothed below zero, you may begin to see also at an increased risk for glauco- Hartford the tough economic times, I spend knowledge to critical issues, needs, and opportunities. any members of the body of Christ Me; I was sick, and you visited Me; my office budget frugally. Recently, packed snow on the roadways. ma and cataracts. suffer due to persecution, we suffer 1 was in prison, and you came to I returned $2,500 to be used toward That's because during a "normal" People with diabetes who smoke, Superintendent Social Security & you es if they need to get to you. So too. If I have a toothache all of my Me." (Matthew 24:34-36) next year's budget. Michigan winter day road crews have poor nutrition, and do not con- body is affected. If Christians are That's being a team player, caring By Voudu VanTil, Social Security Surviving don't go out unless it's an emer- recognizes School As we all know, these next two plow what they can and spread trol their condition have an even being killed in Mosul, Iraq, impris- enough to not just be a bench Public AiTiiirs Specialist gency. Everyone is potentially at years will not be easy, but with your sand/salt to help melt the remaining greater risk of developing eye com- oned in Indonesia, or beaten in warmer! 1-800-772-12 U risk during winter storms. Board members' snow. But with temperatures dipping winter! continued support and suggestions plications. Because many people Fence Caught in a winter storm? we will weather this storm. near zero degrees, road salt stops with diabetes have slower healing Winter storms are considered de- dedication By Anne Bayer, Co-publisher planning a comfortable retirement: Here are some tips: Sen. Ron Jelinek, R-Three Oaks working. time, eye injuries - even minor ceptive killers because most deaths \ Social Security's -Stay in your vehicle. Disorienta- Dear Editor, Officials urge motorists to use cau- corneal scratches - should not be www.socialsecuritv.gov/estimator Senate District 21 I am really excited about the hand- whole school, there were no black are indirectly related to the storm. $ok yam heatth

GEORGE C. HAMILTON Rescue plans for 100th anniversary of Comet-Panther football game George C. Hamilton. 73, of Benton Ruth Borah, 78, of Coloma, died Chief Randy Morris B\ Mar> Brost Reck School Superintendent Bob Gabel filing deadline for those interested in "The assessment showed that our Harbor. Ml. passed Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at The department responded to 16 looks to the future In 1909, a tradition began with a responded, noting that policy pro- running for a Board seat. Petitions facilities are in excellent shape for away Tuesday. Borgess Medical Center. Davidson calls in November. This includes friendly competition between two vides for "a final program review and affidavits must be presented at their age, as a result of the preventa- By Mary Brest Reck Communication is the fourth goal, and maintaining a balanced budget, January 13, 2009, Chapel, Florin Funeral Service, seven in the Township; five in Hagar local communities. Ever since, the with the varsity coach at the conclu- the Berrien County Clerk's Office tive maintenance we have done," Hartford Public Schools Board as Board members discussed differ- said Levstek in describing the sec- at his daughter's Coloma. Township; two on 1-94; and two on Watervliet and Coloma football sion of the year." That occurred at by that date. said Gabel. "While we are not in members reviewed several agenda ent ways to provide pertinent infor- ond goal of the strategic plan. He home, after a long illness. 1-96. The department had a total of teams have faced each other in an the very end of November 2008, Gabel also read a notice from the dire need of making a decision right items at their work study meeting mation to the schools and communi- noted there have been many chal- A Memorial Service was held Marion Smith, 94, of Coloma, died 237 calls for 2008. attempt to claim the yearly honor of when Athletic Director Ken Dietz Clerk's Office, reminding voters that now, our long-term maintenance Thursday, January 8, in preparation ty lenges, due to economic conditions, Saturday, January 17, 2009. at 11:00 Monday, January 19, 2009 at Watervliet Fire Department victory. met with Coach Andrews. Dietz for school elections: "Polling places needs can only be put off for so for action at the January 22 regular Finally, the Board is updating the but progress is being made. a.m., with Father Gordon Greene Lakeland Continuing Care Center. Chief Scott Richcreek In recognition of this century of gave his evaluation and followed-up shall be the same as the regular city long." meeting. Board policy through the Michigan The district is also working to officiating. Military Rites concluded Duffield & Pastrick Family funeral The department responded to 7551 sportsmanship, the upcoming with Coach Andrews the week and township polling places. Regis- According to Board member Tees, Reviewing goals Association of School Boards achieve and maintain the AdvancEd the service. Burial was private. Home & Cremation Services. Florence Avenue on January 14 as August 28 football game between before Christmas break. tered voters from Covert Township "The district has a great plan; we (MASB). According to School (NCA) accreditation, while moving Visitation was held from 10:00 to requested by Berrien County Assistant Superintendent for Watervliet and Coloma will cele- "Recommendations were made and Hartford Township fin Van just need the money. The adminis- Superintendent Dave Levstek, the from an individual building accredi- 11:00 a.m. at the Florin-Davidson Sheriff's Dept. Deputy Lundin to Curriculum and Secondary brate 100 years of friendly rivalry based on evaluations from Dietz and Buren County who are in the Water- tration needs to assemble priorities Board is halfway through this tation system to a more coordinated Chapel, 249 E. Center Street, in investigate a smoke alarm. It turned Education and Middle School with a grand celebration. high school principal Greg Chisek. vliet Public School District shall and evaluate where the greatest process and intends to finish before districtwide accreditation. ' Coloma. Memorials may be made to POLICE out to be a false alarm. Principal John Visser updated the Booster member Greg Krell pre- There are areas for changes. Adjust- continue to vote at the Watervliet needs are. We have a huge wish list. Board on the progress of the 2008- the end of the school year. The final item on the strategic plan a charity of the donor's choice. On January 15, the department sented the tentative plans for the fes- ments will be made for the Middle Charter Township Hall. Registered but do we have the money now? I STORE DIRECTOR AND OWNER...of Harding's Friendly Market in 09 goals approved at the beginning Long-term plans is to create and maintain administra- George was bom March 23, 1935, responded to two calls. The first was tivities to the Watervliet School School program next year," said voters from Keeler Township in Van don't believe we do." Watervliet, Scott Walter, recently pulled all peanut butter snacks off the REPORTS of the year. Levstek updated the Board on the tive restructuring. This goal is in its in Grand Rapids, MI, to George and CONTINUED FROM PAGE I to 562 W. Parsons Avenue for a car- Board at its regular meeting January Gabel, noting that the varsity coach, Buren County who are in the Water- "I just don't know how we could go store's shelves as the peanut butter link to a nationwide salmonella out- first year and will be considered in Bertha Hamilton. He worked at bon monoxide alarm, and the second The first goal focuses on student progress of the more long-term 12. Krell, together with Mark Hettig regardless of sport, is responsible for vliet Public School District shall to the community and ask for any break closed in on the Tri-City Area. (Lynn Attila photo) more depth at the next meeting. Industrial, Ball, and Chardon Watervliet City Police Department was to 824 Prospect Court for an achievement, a goal each year. goals of the three-year Strategic Plan of the Historical Society and other the entire program from grade 7 on continue to vote at the Bainbridge kind of millage," added Board Pres- Salmonella outbreak hits home focusing on 2008-2011. Varsity soccer Rubber; and. after he retired, he investigated six property damage unknown fire. It ended up that it was The second goal provides an community members have been up. Township Hall. ident Darrell Day. "They just don't worked at Lowe's for several years. accidents last week. Chief Don a controlled bum. emphasis on developing quality The restructuring of the elementary under consideration meeting to arrange the celebration. "The administration's plan," Gabel To improve or delay - have it this year." Peanut Butter snacks pulled schools. schools into a kindergarten to sec- He was a very loving and hard- Divis reports that there were no On January 17, the department was Athletic Director Dave Janicki pre- According to Krell, among the pro- concluded, "is that Mr. Andrews will energy savings vs. Board member Kate Attila-Hyska working husband and father. injuries in any of the accidents. dispatched to assist Medic 1 ambu- The third goal - the staff evaluation ond grade and grades three-five sys- sented a proposal to the Board as posed ideas are plans for tailgate continue to be the varsity football agreed. "With Michigan's unem- off shelves in Tri-City Area lance service on S. Clay Drive as the plan - was affected by the new tem is successfully on track, accord- parties and team dinners at each economic downturn George was a veteran of the U.S. Coloma Township Police part of the process for the HHS soc- coach for next year." ployment at 9%, the timing is not By Lynn Attila to protect the public from a potential Army where he served in the Korean ambulance was having difficulties in teacher contract. Teachers will have ing to Levstek. Much has been school and a combined parade and "We have had a considerable activity for December cer team to be considered as an offi- Anyone with any further questions, The fallout from a nation-wide, health-crisis. War. the deep snow. The department's the choice of one of two evaluation accomplished through hard work cial varsity club. Janicki noted that post-game party. Class reunions are according to Tees, should contact ( ie Boar( Coloma Township Police ^ r!l ^ l agreed to table the issue deadly outbreak of salmonella con- The move to take action at the local He is survived by: his loving wife of four-wheel drive truck was request- form options. and community meetings and the the team has had an outstanding two also being planned to coincide with Dietz. tnct, Gabel noted, going on to list Department investigated 207 com- and continue to review the subject. tributed to peanut butter has spread level came after federal health offi- 48 years, Marilyn Hamilton of ed. The district is also piloting a new plan is progressing well, Levstek years as a club, and last year it even the big weekend. new seating, curtains, and sound plaints in the month of December. Students say "Thanks!" State and federal funds to the Tri-City Area. On Sunday, cials urged consumers to avoid Benton Harbor; two sons - Gregory administrator's evaluation form for explained. played for the district championship. Other proposals being considered system in the auditorium; classroom This included: four obstructing jus- In recognition of National School assist academic January 18 the staff from Watervliet cookies, cakes, ice cream and other C. (April) Hamilton of Dacono, CO, principals and the Superintendent. "We are very close" at developing The Board will give the recommen- include acknowledging alumni play- conversions in the High School; tice; 36 non-criminal assists; 48 Wanted Board Appreciation Month, student intervention Harding's pulled all varieties of treats made with peanut butter. It has and David J. Hamilton of Benton dation final consideration at the ers, providing special jerseys for bleachers and sound system in the assists to other agencies; 17 suspi- Coloma Township lake property representatives from each of the peanut butter snack crackers off the been reported so far more than 470 Harbor; one daughter, Laura L. Photos and information about January 22 regular Board meeting. players to wear to the big game, and gymnasium; as well as ongoing pre- Watervliet Public Schools Curricu- cious situations; 14 false alarm acti- owners' signatures on it at last Watervliet Public schools made pre- Pat store shelves that were manufac- people across 43 states have become people from the area who are want- ventative maintenance. lum & Special Projects Director . . . 4. ^ ^ (Hamilton) Miller of Coloma; one MR, In other business. Elementary commemorative game balls. sentations to the Board. sick during this outbreak, including vations; 16 public peace; and 15 ed on outstanding warrants for vari- month's meeting, asking that the 4It has been the belief of the Geisler presented an overview to the tured by the Kellogg Company and brother, John (Maria) Hamilton of Curriculum Director Nancy Larsson Remembering alumni High School Student Council sen- one person in the Kalamazoo area. family/civil situations. ous alleged felonies are listed below. Township establish a Lake Finance Committee that money that Board on district programs that are 1 su 81 ^ ee. 00 ^P0" Buena Vista, AZ; one sister, Jean presented information related to the According to Krell, the Rotary Club iors thanked the Board for its dedi- •A *u u i • • j u f^prai ration, under the brand names of Lit- Six people have reportedly died There were 20 arrests made by the WATERVLIET Improvement District. was saved over the years when supplemented by state and tederai . '.. Blaine of Arkansas; four grand- This information was provided by proposed new kindergarten to fifth- department, including five felony The initiative is in the preliminary is considering providing packages cation to the students of Watervliet e e 1 r n UStin after ingesting the tainted products. the Berrien County Sheriff's enrollment was larger and excess funding. Various title programs, . . ®' J*xf f daughters; one grandson; and many CONTINUED FROM PAGE I grade math books for discussion. arrests and 15 misdemeanors. stages, without any details as to for alumni football players serving and presented each member with a 0n anuai Earlier this month. King Nut Corpo- nieces and nephews. Department and Crime Stoppers. "Oh, What A Night," a hit from the funds were available could be used mostly earmarked for intervention- .. . ^ ^ The Board will move on this issue at overseas in the military, to include a gift card to Applebee's. eci e t0 aso reca ration, a distributor of peanut butter Issued were 35 traffic citations, and costs involved or specifics on what for such improvements. That has type programs, help support services ' . ^ . He was preceded in death by: his "Jersey Boys" Broadway show, the next meeting as well. 15 traffic warnings were given out. would be done to improve the condi- DVD of the big game, souvenir pro- Middle School Student Council rep- 66 61 Sna 80 manufactured by Peanut Corpora- parents; one sister. Rose Mae; and Joseph Michael McLean is want- which was the theme of the day happened over the past 10 years. But for at-risk populations. - D f P The department performed 1,254 tion of Paw Paw Lake. General Fund Budget grams and a special alumni shirt. resentatives showed their apprecia- C00 1 s ee er 0 atc 0 e tion of America, announced a recall one daughter. Jacqueline, in 1966. ed on a criminal The other contestants were Eric now, that capital improvements proj- The funding helps to provide for ^ ' ft ™ ' business property checks and 22 res- Supervisor Ken Parrigin informed revised Plans are also under way to recog- tion with a gift of Koeze's nuts. e eanut utter 00 211 of tainted peanut butter distributed bench warrant for Hauch and Tyler Carr who were in ects ftmd has been depleted. professional development for teach- idential property checks. Rasmussen that they have held a Business Director Mike Hallgren nize the 30th anniversary of the Sil- The North School Student Council snack sizes of Famous Amos Peanut under the King Nut label. The recall probation viola- the top five; and Corey Barker, "This past year the Board was ers, classroom instructional aides, In the month of December, there meeting with their attorney and he presented the revised budget to the verdome team - the Watervliet foot- officers read the "Top Ten" reasons Butter Cookies. decision was made after salmonella Death Notices tion. His last Evans Costner, Anthony Johnson, approached by community members Spanish-speaking aides, special edu- were 43 property damage accidents. suggested that a task force may be Board, indicating a $97,865 deficit. ball team that made it all the way to they appreciate the School Board. Store Director and owner, Scott had been found in an open five- Preston Collett. 67, of Sister known address is in Alex Faultersack, Adam Wilkinson, requesting improvements to the cation, co-teachers, tutoring, a math Levstek pointed out that $60,000 of the playoffs at the Silverdome. Members were presented with gift Walter, said when a faxed notice pound tub of King Nut peanut butter. Lakes, Michigan, died Friday, Van Buren County Niles. and Jacob Richcreek. established. He said the signatures facilities, such as the addition of a pilot program, alternative education, on the petition have not yet been that amount is earmarked to capital Krell noted that Board member Bill certificates to the Paw Paw Lake comes into the store's office from At first it was believed the question- January 16, 2009, at his home. 9-1-1 service restored Master of ceremonies was the wrestling room and auditorium and summer school. verified completely, but he didn't outlay so might not have to be spent. Spaulding is an alumnus of that Board of Trade restaurant. corporate (Spartan Stores Corpora- able item had only been distributed McLauchlin-Clark Funeral Home, Van Buren County Sheriff Dale R. "Voice of Panther Athletics," Tom wiring and lighting replacement," In other business, the Board author- expect any flaws. "Two years ago, we had a $440,000 team. South School Student Council tion head office) alerting him of the to foodservice accounts and not sold Dowagiac. Gribler reported that the land line Ronald Jay Jazdzewski is wanted Gear. Gabel continued. With current eco- ized the Middle School Honor Club He said that another meeting with deficit," Levstek emphasized. "We Past Watervliet and Coloma football members concluded the presentation trip to Mackinac Island on May 20- recall of a product, such as it did on directly to consumers. But it was phone service within Van Buren on a criminal bench Judges for the event were Julie nomic conditions, however, "Funds legal counsel would be held within have narrowed the gap consider- players are also being encouraged to with a song of appreciation and a he take S 8 6 aC,i0n discovered later that a number of County was temporarily out of serv- warrant for proba- Winans, 1998 Miss Watervliet and are no longer there in the General 22. So far, 32 students are expected u T^ ' 30 days and informed the audience ably." submit profiles to www.panthersta- gift of office supplies. to travel under the direction of club and removes the offending .terns corporations producing food prod- ice on Sunday, January 18. Verizon tion violation. His Second Runner-up to Miss Fund to provide for long-term proj- that the signatures on the petitions During the Superintendent's report, diuHLnfil, said Krell. Thanking the students for their pre- trom the store shelves The ucts containing peanut butter had telephone reported that there was last known address Blossomtime; Tim Sewzcyk; and ects and maintenance." sponsors Bill Tiefenbach and Ange- - In- are good no matter how long the Levstek noted that the Financial Kickoff for the match-up game is sentations, Superintendent Gabel, ,lonable roduct is laced int0 actually used King Nut products. impaimient to the lines within Van is in Buchanan. Jackie Nawrocki. As a result of these concerns, the line Conkin for the biyearly event. P P Township takes to review this. That Review Committee will meet for the scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on August referring to the students, noted, boxes sealed clearl marked and Walter said the shelves will remain Buren County and surrounding The contest was sponsored by the district requested an evaluation by The Board also approved a resolu- - ' >' ' was in response to some concerns first time this year on January 28. He 28 in Watervliet. "These are our customers. This is tion for participation in the Great 561 ^ in 3 ^questered place to empty "until corporate ships out a areas. WHS Class of 2011. Serving as Johnson Controls. At last month's Hutchins Funeral Home people had voiced as to the time credited the committee with much of Coach follow-up why we are here." wait for pick-up and return to the new supply of safe products. The Van Buren Central Dispatch could chairmen were Sandy Spaulding and Board meeting, Johnson Controls Start Readiness Program. This m S. Main St., WateirHet frame the petitions were good for. the progress on the budget. In another football-related matter. Gabel then thanked the Board him- originating company. Spartan corpo- government and Spartan, our suppli- still receive 9-1-1 emergency calls, Ervin McClennon Wade is want- Teri Richcreek. presented a preliminary pl^n that grant-funded program allows the 4634811 Ultimately, it would take the sup- "The (financial) committee's work Board member Ted Tees noted he self, presenting each member with rate will receive a credit for the er, have really come a long way to which were being routed through ed on a criminal Entertainment was provided by the would initially cost $325,000 but School District to provide preschool port of both Coloma Charter helps us do as well as we have finan- had received requests from commu- appreciation plaques. returned items then that credit will protect the public. These recalls may Cass County Central Dispatch. bench warrant for "The Jersey Chorale," an ensemble would result in energy savings that education for 28 income-eligible COURTEOTLS SERVICE IN Township and Watervliet Charter cially," Levstek declared. "They will nity members for an update on con- Filing deadline be passed down to the local store. be inconvenient, but they are for our Service was restored to the Van probation viola- of the Watervliet High School Jazz would pay for the project in less than students. A DIGNIFIED MANNER Township for the lake improvement meet to review next year's budget cerns related to the varsity football Meanwhile, safeguards are in place own good." Buren County 9-1-1 system on tion. His last Choir and Watervliet Dance Team. Approaches; voting 10 years. The plan, however, would initiative to go through. and recommend where to cut costs." coach presented by the public at the ROLAND T. HUTCHINS, Diractor Monday, January 19, as of 6:25 a.m. known address is in Participating in the ensemble were clarification provided require a sinking fund millage to Some commented from the audi- Levstek said the committee is com- November Board meeting. Dowagiac. Jordan Krieger, Vic Fellner, Alyson Gabel noted that February 10 is the finance it. ence with questions about how the prised of 25 people, representing Wendzel, Stephanie Pollard, Kyle assessment would be figured, which each district building or department, Cast, and Alexis McAndrews. 3 Rashawn Devone Moffltt is want- They sang a medley of songs from areas of Paw Paw Lake would be and includes personnel from trans- Bainbridge passes four resolutions, tables one D UFFIELD cleaned up, and whether or not peo- ed on a criminal the Broadway musical, "The Jersey portation, bus drivers, secretaries, By Angela Stair The Board approved the resolution Jollay updated the Board on the CALVIN FUNERAL HOME & PASTRICK bench warrant for Boys." Members of the dance team ple would be able to voice their teachers, administrators and Board At the January 12 Bainbridge Town- to hold the Annual Bainbridge North Berrien County Economic Thmk You opinions. members. 6 E. Main St. Hartford probation viola- are Ashley Grabowski, Alyson ship Board meeting. Board members Township Meeting on March 30, Development group and said they FAMILY FUNERAL Parrigin assured the citizens that 621-4101 tion. His last Wendzel, Jessica Farac, Brandi Levstek also reported on the School passed four resolutions and tabled 2009. It will be at 7:00 p.m. at the may not be in business this coming To all the volunteers, vendors, supporters, HOME this is merely the beginning and they District's efforts to support the known address is in Mannino, Jordan Krieger, Jennifer one until next month. Township Hall. year. He said it is not an absolute, & CREMATION SERVICES Niles. Oliphant, and Jennie Hartstein. will have plenty of opportunities to Hartford Downtown Blueprint - an The Board unanimously approved A resolution to impose the Property but that is what it looks like. More participants, spectators and these sponsors for voice their feelings on the initiative effort to revitalize downtown. The the resolution to collect the State Tax Administration Fee of up to 1% information will be forthcoming and in a public hearing environment. group will meet February 3 at the Education Tax this summer. of the tax bill was passed unani- they should [mow before their annu- making our annual Watervliet Winter Festival LEONARD FUNERAL HOME Aviles spoke to the process, saying, Middle School/High School cafete- 222 E. St. Jo—ph, Lawrence Crime Stoppers will pay $100 for WATER Township attorney David Peterson mously. Township attorney Peterson al meeting in March. 674-8131 information that leads to the arrest "We are obligated to make sure that ria for input. said this would need to be passed on recommended that the Board should Township resident such a resounding success... an assessment, any assessment, is of any of these people. Callers don't CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 an annual basis. pass this resolution even if it never invitation and reminders A E P /Indiana Michigan Power Richcreek Water Pumps need to leave a name but will be line on Shore Drive ends there, it handled legally and properly." Save $$$ The summer of 2008 was the first uses it. $ The public was invited to the pres- Best Way Disposal Sidetrack Cafe assigned a code number. To give tends to collect sediments. When The Board also heard discussion time the Township Treasurer collect- Supervisor Jerry Jollay said they Just 37/yr. for a entation "Bainbridge and the Bar- FLORIN information, call 1-800-342-STOP there is good weather, a fire hydrant about the possibility of approving an ed summer taxes. have never imposed the tax on the Brookfleld Chrysler Dodge & Jeep Ronora Lodge local subscription bary Pirates!" at the Twp. Hall on FUNERAL SERVICE or 288-STOP near there can be run to clean out the ordinance that would ban phospho- The Board also approved the resolu- Township's inter bill and do not plan Cedric Fricke Ramada Inn at Surfari Joes Water Park Bryan Ashley Michael January 20 by Alexander Gates, pipes; but in the wintertime that cre- rus. Rasmussen said that while he to the tion to collect summer taxes for the to at this time. DAVIDSON CHAPEL Director of the North Berrien His- Coloma Watervliet Chamber of Commerce Saylo^s Main Street Pizza ML E. Center St., Coloma This information comes from Crime ates a road hazard when the water wasn't the person pushing this, he Benton Harbor School District again Peterson said they could impose SETTING A Tri-City Record; torical Society. Jollay said it was of Cortez Flooring Inc. Smith Concrete M8-3181 Stoppers and the Berrien County freezes. Parrigin said it is estimated was aware of the intent and that was this year for the fee of $2.50 per lA% to the full 1% or none at all. NEW STANDARD historical significance and told of Don Young Insurance Agency South Haven Packaging, Inc. SheritT's Department. All warrants to be approximately $200,000 to to have the local municipalities cre- see Page 4 taxed parcel in the Township. Treasurer Epple stated that the state Captain William Bainbridge and his Drake Business Services IN FUNERAL SERVICE must be reconfirmed before an install a loop needed, $200,000 that ate an ordinance banning phospho- A resolution requesting the Town- had given the townships the right to Subway of Watervliet or caU 463-NEWS involvement with the United States arrest. would not be paid by the state. The rus. He said that a similar request ship to collect the summer taxes for impose the 1% fee without having to Elite Bar & Grill Trade Winds Beads PRENEED TRANSFERS WELCOME war with the Barbary States. Bain- original project outline and estimate had been sent to Berrien County for Lake Michigan College (LMC) was pass a resolution, but this way it was F. Joseph Flaugh Agency, Inc. bridge Township got its name in Tri-City Record 6548 PAW PAW AVENUE To comment on the accuracy of this given to the state included the loop, action. 1 Hour Photo tabled until next month. on the books. He said there is a 1% "Srfttaf Staaitrdi for F.srtllearr honor of him. Faulkners Books on Wheels Tri-County Computer Services COLOMA, Ml 49038 information, call 269-983-7141, later removed by them. While the Township has passed a The Board discussed the resolution la Proieufoiul Car*-" fee on the summer tax that was in Also a reminder was that Tuesday, Future Construction Triaent Dock & Dredge 468-6000 ext. 7222. The $7,000,000 water project is resolution previously speaking out Pharmacy and, because of the wording, Town- A Golden Rule Home place when the County was collect- January 20, was the next day for H & R Block Waffle House of America www. duffieidpastrick. com approximately three years old and is against phosphorus, Aviles said that ship Treasurer Mark Epple cau- Health & Beauty Aids ing them and so it was left in place winter tax collection and someone nearing the end, with 95% of the the Township attorney has told them tioned that if they passed the resolu- Hardings Friendly Market Watervliet Hardware Package Liquor to lessen confusion when the Town- was to be at the Township offices funds used. not to install an ordinance that can- tion they may be locked into collect- Hull Lift Trucks ship started collecting the tax. from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. This Watervliet Fruit Exchange Trustee Cynthia Aviles asked not be enforced. ing the taxes in a way they would Later, in the Public Comment sec- Hutchins Funeral Home Toys & Gifts date had inadvertently been desig- Wightman & Associates, Inc. Grainger to give them options at the Parrigin suggested that Coloma not want. He felt they should con- tion of the meeting, a resident asked nated a Saturday on notices sent out Lane Automotive, Inc. City of Watervliet next meeting. Approximately a Township would wait to see what tact LMC to see if they were open to Please call on us for professional care Candy-Cards-Wrap what that 1% fee was used for. with the tax bill, but it is a Tuesday. Law Offices of Tat Parish, P.L.L.C. Watervliet Downtown Development Authority dozen residents are affected by the the County did with the request. a set fee such as Benton Harbor Epple said it goes to the General Supervisor Jolly said the Berrien non-drinkable situation. The group is trying to prevent fertil- Fund and helps pay for the stamps Lifestyle Chiropractic Community Hospital Watervliet Open pays. County Road Commission wanted Rick Rasmussen, a resident of the izers containing phosphorus from Epple also pointed out that the LMC used on returned receipts, ordering Loshbough Construction Company Fifth Third Bank CHIROPRACTIC ALL-DENTURE to remind the public that when you Dr. Bob Hiddema Township, asked the Board where it •being used near the lake, due to the Daily school tax would be attached to all the expensive three-part checks they WHY SUFFER? Most emergencies plow snow from your driveway, you Main Street Pharmacy & Gifts JonEds Styling Salon stood with the Paw Paw Lake runoff going into the lake and pro- the land parcels in the Township, have to use, and the possible need in seen same or the next day! Same Day Denture Repairs & Relines Main St. cannot leave it in the road right of Matthews Heating & Air Conditioning M & M Polishing Initiative. Rasmussen is with a moting plant growth. while Benton Harbor is only the future to have someone at the Dr. Andy DeHaven Sets of Dentures for less than $1,000 way. He said you could be ticketed if North Berrien Historical Society Museum Michigan Mold group of Paw Paw Lake residents In addition, the Board approved Hartford attached to a portion of the parcels. Township Hall to collect taxes on Immediate Dentures $210 Economy Dentures you do so. It is considered a hazard. Orchard Hill Landfill Watervliet Charter Township who presented a petition with 407 bills in the amount of $232,342.99. He said where they overlapped the the days the Township offices are Lifestyle Chiropractic Other business; Watervliet Call For Free Consultation cost of the $2.50 collection fee open. Paw Paw Lake Association Watervliet Firemans Association 7652 Red Arrow Hwy. 269-637-0414 or 800-498-5007 would be split between the two dis- Appointments; new Recreation Council; and Watervliet 7127 S. Westnedge, Portage 555 Broadway, South Haven tricts, charging each $1.25 on those Assistant Treasurer; Commissioner Hinkelman www.all-denture.com We love It here parcels instead of the full amount. The Township Board approved the ^ SQSINESS^ ^ (269) 463-4100 update on NBCED The Township's attorney would bills in the amount of $36,112.07 Watervliet "Our family loves coming to Dr. Getz for all our dental needs. Township Treasurer Epple said his 7517 Red Arrow Hwy have to look into it, and the wording and payroll of $6,979.25 for a tetal "Great dental care assistant resigned as of Thursday, Watervliet Her staff is absolutely the best around. Dr. Getz is kind and of a new contract for Benton Harbor of $43,091.32. Board members also (269) 463-3195 January 1, and Nancy Weber was Business is just minutes away" and LMC would have to be worked approved the mid-month bills. attentive to patients young and old. Our children actually love sworn in on January 1, 2009, as his Tri-City out by the attorney; but Epple said The request for a donation from the Worship 9:30 & 11:00 A.M. new assistant. Stuart W. Boekeloo, D.D.S., P.C. going to the dentist. That speaks volumes for the quality of he felt it was the simplest and most Watervliet Business Association for Association Supervisor Jerry Jollay recom- IS now Sunday School and Adult reasonable way to go. $3,000 was discussed, tabled, and Physical Therapy care at her office.' T. Spaulding mended three Board of Review accepting new patients Bible Fellowship 9:30 A.M. Clerk Deb Grieser suggested they will be looked at for next year at the 429 N. Paw Paw St., Coloma ^ table the resolution until next month members for another two-year budget meeting. The Board also will P.O. Box 234, appointment. The Boapd approved (269) 429-6101 * Children's Church and Adult Welcoming New Smiles and that way they could look at it have the attorney look at it to be sure walErviiEt Bible Fellowship 11:00 A.M. Jeff Morlock, Larry Smith, and Art ^ WHERE THE WATERS MEET 468-4745 | 2525 S. Cleveland Ave. Darlene Getz DOS more closely and have the attorney's it could legally donate. Watervliet MI 49098 4 input. Scherer each for two-year terms. St. Joseph, Michigan, 49085 www.midwayministries.org CL ' Come see our new look 213 N. Paw Paw St, Coloma 468-5741 I (V Tri-City Record January 22, 2009 Watervliet out 1 would just pull my folder out." Cdleiuhir & Entertainment u January 22, 2009 Tri-City Record 9 The K-2 class of the week was Mrs. Middle School Howard's room. Her students were Baldwin. "Rick continues to main- Kiite Kids"... tain this track record of managerial caught being accountable and Athletes & sports events of 2008 revisited; part 2 THIS "KUTE KID"...is Ethan "Student of respectful in the library. and financial accountability. Our S Movie Guide S customers will benefit from his Kyle Whitney, 2-year-old son of The 3-5 class of the week was the Editor's Note: Few endeavors National League All-Stars once had seven tackles and a fumble experience." Amy Engelhardt and Billy the Week" fourth-grade Read Naturally group. ! NOW SHOWING S have as much formative impact again as Michael Young's sacrifice recovery; Colin Buck had six tack- Dyer is also confident that Whitney of Watervliet. Ethanes JANUARY 19, 2009 They were recognized by Mrs. Allen i Please check n on a young person's life as fly in the bottom of the 15th inning les; while Evans Costner added Edgewater is well positioned in the H H proud grandparents are Don and Watervliet Public Schools and the for following the rules during a fire competing on the playing fields scored Justin Momeau with the win- three tackles and an interception. financial community. "Edgewater h Celebration Cinema n April Engelhardt of Watervliet, eighth-grade team are proud to pres- drill. for ones'school and community. ning run in the AL's 4-3 victory at For Coloma, on defense. Randy Bank is in solid financial shape with S and LOMA * Jim and Sherry Watson of ent Lindsey Brown as this week's The Tri-City Area is blessed with Yankee Stadium. The 15 innings tied Wells was the Comets' leading tack- a bright future," said Dyer. Coloma, Bill and Carol Whitney of "Student of the S ads on this page for S many sports opportunities and, the 1967 Midsummer Classic for the ier and also had an interception. Watervliet In regard to his ideas for moving the Lawrence, and Jim and Sherry Week." Lindsey is thus, the community has enjoyed most total frames; and the four-hour, Kyle Sayre had a fumble recovery bank forward. Dyer said, "We'll ! ratings & showtimes * Eubanks of Coloma. the daughter some great moments in sports. 50-minute affair stands as the after Brad Garrod knocked the ball Public Schools continue to define ourselves as a Share a photo of your "Kute Kids " Harvey and Monica Compiled by sportwriter longest game in All-Star history. loose. local organization with local deci- Inkheart with your friends, neighbors, and Brown. She has District Calendar Mike Leith, the following is a August sion-makers, something that allows relatives who read the Tri-City September lived in Watervliet A little girl (Bennett) rallies her digest of many of those moments Thursday, Jan. 22 us to understand and respond to the Record. Make sure you write your Michael Phelps erased the legend of The Watervliet varsity football team her entire life and friends — both real and imaginary - as reported in the year 2008. SOUTH SCHOOL - Field Trip to needs of our customers. I'm sure kids 'names on the back of the picture and include any other information Mark Spitz with seven gold medals may have lost its season opener to has always attend- to rescue her father (Eraser), a book- CONTINUED FROM Curious Kids Museum (Young 5s there will always be tweaks and about it you'd like to see in the paper, including mom and dad, grandma in a single Olympics with an eight Coloma, but they got some confi- ed Watervliet Public Schools. She binder who can bring characters to LAST WEEK and Kindergarten). HIGH SCHOOL updates to some of what we do, but and grandpa, and so on. Send the photo to the Tri-City Record, P.O. Box gold medal performance at Beijing dence in the process and proceeded lives with her mom. dad. and older life by reading aloud, from the - Girls Basketball at Home w/ wholesale changes aren't needed 7, Watervliet, Ml 49098. Pick up the photo after it appears in the paper July this last weekend. to knock off Gobies by a 19-14 score sister Jessica. She also has a dog, clutches of an evil-doer (Serkis). Marcellus, 5:30 p.m. given the clear strategic direction of or include a stamped, self-addressed envelope and we 7/ mail it back to Of Phelps' eight gold medals, seven last Friday night. Cheyenne. She is a member of the Paul Blart: Mall Cop Coloma High School and Olivet Friday, Jan. 23 the organization and the experienced you. have come in world-record time. Quarterback Kevin Bryce ended up band and loves to play her flute. College graduate Chris Glisson has Half Day of school for Teacher and successful team that's in place." When a shopping mall is overtaken Combined with Athens four years with 28 carries for three touchdowns Lindsey's favorite subject is been named general manager of the Professional Development. SOUTH by a gang of organized crooks, it's ago, he has 14 gold medals and 16 in /' v ^ Dyer joins Baldwin and Senior Vice and 118 yards. He also completed 11 English Language Arts because she JAN 23 THRU JAN 29 American Basketball Association SCHOOL - Report Cards Sent President Janice Groendyk to form up to the a mild-mannered security all. of 23 passes for 100 yards. loves to read. She says it is a little WWW.MOORETHEATRES.COM expansion team, the Knoxville Home. HIGH SCHOOL - Boys Edgewater Bank's core management guard (James) to save the day. It will be a mark that will stand for Michael Johnson had some solid challenging but fun. •FRI-SAT "SAT-SI N Storm. Basketball at Home w/Marcellus, team. Mv Bloody a while but, as they say, records are carries at running back and picked Mrs. Moerman says, "Although LOMA 468-LOMA COLOMA According to a press release from 9th Grade & JV at 5:30 p.m. and Dyer is a native of Southwest made to be broken. So with technol- up 58 yards on 15 carries. Lindsey is very quiet in class, she's Valentine 3-D... the organization, Glisson will be Varsity at 7:00 p.m. GRAN TORINO 1:30 4:10 6:50 9:20^ ogy improving as it does every year, Alex Faultersack had five catches Michigan, having graduated from handling the scouting, recruiting and a terrific young lady. She is fun to Saturday, Jan. 24 Tom (Ackles) returns to his home- there is no doubt that some day St. Joseph High School. He has MARLEY & ME 1:40 4:20 7:00 9:25^0 ~ for 66 yards, Cory Barker had three have in both ELA and Advisory. She town on the 10th anniversary of the signing of players and coaches to the HIGH SCHOOL - Girls Basketball spent his entire career working in someone else will do the same to catches for 22 yards, Corey Quinn is a hard worker, polite, and has a Valentine's night massacre that YES MAN 1:50 4:30 7:10 9:30*PGlT Knoxville Storm. He will also be The Watervliet HS Varsity VoUeyball Team with their District championship Trophy. at Eau Claire, 1:00 & 2:30 p.m.; western Michigan. He and his wife Phelps. But let him enjoy it while he had two catches for 15 yards, while good sense of humor." claimed the lives of 22 people. And COMING SOON VALKYRIE BRIDE WARS handling the interviewing process Wrestling at Ithaca, 10:00 a.m. of 27 years, Pam, will be relocating can. Some of his races were no- Willie Loshbough had one catch for when another horrific event occurs and recommending to the head Her favorite quote is "Don't be Monday, Jan. 26 MIC HIGAN 637-1662 SOUTH HAVEN brainers but a few were nail-biters seven yards. touchdowns while rushing for 67 seven aces, and 14 points; Kirsten Shayne Carlson had an interception to St. Joseph. The couple has two office individuals who can serve as afraid of death, be afraid of the soon after Tom's appearance, he , more yards and one touchdown. Sill with two kills, one block, one while Westberry had a fumble NORTH SCHOOL - Honor Roll sons: Andy who lives in Boston, LUmERWORLD 3 ::05* 4:30 6:50 9: IQ'R right down to the final stroke, which On the defensive side of things, unlived life." finds himself suspected of the dead- marketing, promotional, media and Kevin Eastman threw for 81 yards at dig, and three assists; Jayme Muske recovery. Party, 2:30 p.m. MIDDLE SCHOOL MA; and Tim who is a sophomore at HOTEL FOR nnr.s 1 ^"4:20 6:40 9:00M>G made it all very exciting. Tyler Schultz was all over the field When asked to describe herself, ly acts. game-day personnel. - Girls Basketball at Home No doubt we witnessed history in with 14 tackles, including four for quarterback in a relief effort. with 11 kills, 14 digs, three assists, The Coloma girls varsity volleyball Hope College in Holland, Mich. PAUL BLART: MALL COP 2:15*»4:40 7:00 9:20«PG 1 was kind of surprised that I found Lindsey said, "Funny, nice, and a Hotel for Dogs... the making. Tyler Carr saw his first action after two aces, and 15 points; Erica Bisbo team downed Cassopolis by scores w/Marcellus, 5:00 p.m. HIGH Edgewater Bank is a locally owned, losses, and a sack. Bryce had seven good friend." WONDERLAND 683-1112 NILES myself watching some of the British an ankle injury in the Coloma game with three kills, 11 digs, one ace, and of 25-18, 25-16, and 25-21. SCHOOL - JV & Varsity Basketball full-service financial institution Orphaned teens Andi (Roberts) and Another Summer Olympics is in the tackles; Joe Isbrecht and D.J. How- Her proudest accomplishment is Open golf tournament last weekend and gained 36 yards on six carries in eight points; Mahalia Stelter with Coloma stats had Erica at Home w/Fennville, 5:30 & 7:00 serving Southwest Michigan and Bruce (Austin) are sent to live with BEDTIME STOWIF.S 10 ns 1:30 6:40 PG books as the curtain went down last ley each had five tackles, including keeping her grades up so she can after Greg Norman found himself p.m. their aunt, which is just fine with the Sunday on the 2008 Beijing games, two sacks and two tackles for losses; limited action. four kills, four digs, 20 assists, and Bartholomew with 32 assists; Lind- northern Indiana with branches in BRIDE WARS 10:35 2:00 4:35 6:50 8:45 PG leading the tournament after three reach her goals; and keeping her Tuesday, Jan. 27 kids until they meet a stray dog who with the USA coming out on top in while Max Goodrich had five tack- Corey Barker had seven receptions 15 points; while Alex Spaulding sey Hauch with 12 kills, three St. Joseph, Royalton Township, INKHEART 9:50 1:15 4:05 7:10 9:25 PG rounds. friends close. the overall medal count. for 136 yards and one touchdown, added 13 kills, six digs, 43 assists, blocks, and 12 digs; Courtney MIDDLE SCHOOL - Wrestling at Bridgman, Buchanan, Coloma, and needs their help. Since their aunt is les, with one for a loss. Collin Buck After high school, Lindsey would PAUL BLART: MALL COP 10:25 1:50 4:25 7:30 9:30 PG The 53-year-old Norman was on the Alex Faultersack had four catches three aces, and nine points. Hartford, 5:00 p.m. HIGH SCHOOL allergic to dogs, the siblings decide 1 know that there were a lot of great had an interception as well. Hauch had 14 kills; Julie Timm had Decatur; plus a loan origination end of his honeymoon with tennis like to go to college and get a degree MYRLOODV VALK\TI\F 10:00 1:25 3:55 6:30 8:40 R individual and team performances, for 88 yards and two touchdowns, The Hartford Indians improved to three aces and 11 digs; Karleann - 9th Grade, JV & Varsity Boys office in South Bend, IN. to turn a nearby abandoned house The Coloma girls varsity volleyball in veterinary medicine. Her dreams great Chris Everett when a funny Cory Quinn had four catches for 123 Basketball at Fennville, 5:30 & 7:00 into a canine hostel. But can they UNDERWORLD 3 10:15 1:40 4:15 7:20 9:35 R but the one I was most impressed team downed Bridgman by scores of 5-0 on the season to end the month Stankiewicz had three blocks; while thing happened and he found him- in life are to be a veterinar-ian and p.m. kept their secret under wraps as MARLEY & ME 3:50 8:35 PG with was the USA men's basketball 25-20, 25-17, and 25-14. yards, while Tim Flagel added two of September with a 31-9 win over Michelle Leach added 13 digs. travel to some of her favorite places self in the thick of things going into catches for 23 yards. Lawton last Friday night. Wednesday, Jan. 28 Local student more and more four-legged guests team. Coloma stats had Erica the final round. On defense, Tyler Schultz had 17 like Charleston, SC. When asked to NORTH SCHOOL - Drama Club arrive? These guys were on a mission and Bartholomew with two aces, six Hartford had 360 yards of total October name one place in the entire world elected to Albion Norman struggled somewhat on tackles. Max Goodrich had eight offense, with 295 yards on the Performances at North & South Bride Wars... knew what they had to do to win the kills, and 22 assists; Shelby Metz Everyone who came to the Decatur- she would like to visit, Lindsey said that final day and finished tied for tackles and a fumble recovery, ground and 65 yards through the air. Schools. MIDDLE SCHOOL - Girls Community Calendar gold after their dismal performance with 11 digs; Julie Timm with 11 Hartford football game last Friday "Norway" because half of her her- College Greek Two best friends (Hudson and Hath- third, six strokes behind repeat-win- Kevin Bryce had 12 tackles, while George Allen ended the night with Basketball at Hartford, 5:00 p.m. Sponsored as a community service by four years ago. digs; Sam Ehlers with two aces; night expected to see a good football itage is from Norway. away) become rivals when a clerical ner Padraig Harrington. Collin Buck added 11 tackles. 164 yards and three touchdowns on HIGH SCHOOL - Wrestling at leadership position They conducted themselves as real Lindsey Hauch with nine kills, nine game; and they were not disappoint- Congratulations, Lindsey! error results in their respective wed- Orchard Hill Sanitary Landfill Harrington shot a final round 69 to The Watervliet girls varsity volley- 19 carries while Ryan Reed added Gobies Quad, 6:00 p.m. ambassadors for the sport; with digs, and six blocks; while Courtney ed, as the Indians beat the Raiders The following local merchants join Local student Kendra Edwards was dings being held at the same place ... Send Community Calendar listings to: Trl-Clty Record, take the title while Norman slumped ball team downed both Hartford and 122 yards and one touchdown on 14 Thursday, Jan. 29 reports that they were out all over in Hauch added eight kills. by a 10-8 score on a 34-yard field the staff at W^MS in congratulating recently named membership educa- on the same day. Box 7, Watervliet, Ml 49098; Fax to (269) 463-8329; to a 77 to earn a little over $500,000 Marcellus in volleyball action last carries. AYSO Signups at South School, public, doing things and mingling The Watervliet varsity football team goal by Juan Perez with one second Lindsey as "Student of the Week" tion VP for Albion College's Delta The Unborn... or E-mail to [email protected] for his effort. week. Joey Newnum completed one of 6:00-8:00 p.m. HIGH SCHOOL - with the people. traveled to Hartford for their annual left to play in the game. Gamma sorority. The Western Amateur golf tourna- for her hard work and dedication: JV Boys/Girls Basketball at Home Haunted by strange dreams and re- Listings must be renewed weekly; the listings deadline for That is as opposed to the last team match-up last Friday night. After a The Lady Panthers beat Hartford by two passes for 25 yards while Matt "Each Greek organization chooses Hartford ended the game with 274 Waffle House of America (free curring ghostly visions, Casey Bel- ment has finished its run at the Point scores of 25-21, 25-19 and 25-14 Najacht completed one pass for 40 w/Decatur, Girls at 5:30 p.m. & next week's newspaper Is 12:00 noon on Monday. that went golfing in another country big night of offensive plays for both yards of total offense, with 234 of appetizer coupon), Coloma Pizza its leaders from among its most ded- O'Woods Country Club for what before downing Marcellus 25-18, yards. Norm Burfield caught both Boys at 7:00 p.m. don (Yustman) turns to a spiritual on their days off. teams, the Indians came out on top that coming through the air and 40 Hut (free medium 1-topping pizza), icated and responsible members," Thursday, January 22, 7:00 p.m., "NEW FRIENDS OF THE could possibly be the last time that 25-23 and 25-21. passes for 65 yards. Friday, Jan. 30 advisor (Oldman) for help. Together, Even Michael Phelps commented by a 54-30 score. through the air. says Tracey Howard, Campus LIBRARY MEETING'' at Watervliet District Library in Library Park the Point will host the tournament. McDonald's (free sandwich HIGH SCHOOL - Varsity Boys & they leam that Casey had a twin after one of his wins about how The final score is not really indica- Watervliet stats had Kati Jennings On defense, the Indians had Ryan Programs and Organizations in downtown Watervliet. Call Lois at 463-8367 or Anne at 463-6397 for Eighteen-year-old Danny Lee of George Allen rushed for 130 yards coupon), Saylor's Pizza (one free Girls Basketball at Home brother who never made it to term, much he was inspired by the pres- tive of just how close this game was, with 26 digs, three aces, and nine Reed and Neil Friday each with nine more informanon. and the only Indian touchdown on large pizza). Burger King (free Director at Albion College. New Zeeland won both the medalist points; Kelseyann Kremers with one tackles; Derrick Najacht had eight w/Decatur, Girls at 6:00 p.m. & and that her intended sibling is tied ence of Kobe Bryant and many of as the Panthers climbed back into it 26 carries, with Ryan Reed rushing selected item), Movie Library (free "Holding a leadership position is an Friday, January 23, 4:00-7:00 p.m., "RIB FEST," in the Coloma and match play titles to become the kill, five digs, two aces, and 13 tackles; while Cody Westberry and Boys at 7:30 p.m. to a curse that requires Casey's the other USA players cheering him in the fourth quarter and narrowed for 95 yards on 27 attempts. honor for any member." Junior High School cafeteria, sponsored by the Coloma Athletic Boosters first to do that since Bubba Dicker- movie rental), WMS School Store Saturday, Jan. 31 death in order to manifest itself in on to victory. the gap to just five points at 35-30 points; Rachel Sheffer had 42 kills, Austin Snedden each added seven Edwards is a senior majoring in as a fundraiser for the After-Prom Party of 2009. Dinner includes half son did it back in 2001. ($1 coupon), Watervliet Public MIDDLE SCHOOL - Wrestling at our world. Patriotism never gets old and the with about nine minutes left to play three blocks, 23 digs, three assists. tackles. CONTINUED ON PAGE U psychology. She is the daughter of slab of ribs, pasta salad, cole slaw, roll, drink, beverage & dessert. Cost Others in that elite group of dual Schools Food Service (free lunch or Martin Invitational. HIGH Bedtime stories... Olympics is a great place to display in the game. entree), and WPS Athletic Office David and Nan Edwards of is $8/adult; $5/child or senior citizen for VA slab of ribs. Tickets are now winners include Phil Mickelson SCHOOL - Wrestling at Southwest Somehow, someway, the lavish bed- your patriotic pride. Our American But Hartford returned the ensuing (free 1-event student pass). Watervliet and is a graduate of available at the CHS concession stand, at any Coloma school office, or (1991), Scott Verplank (1985), Cur- Michigan Tournament at Lakeshore, athletes did just that and made me, kickoff to the Watervliet 28-yard Watervliet High School. time stories that a hotel handyman by calling Jan Vollrath at 468-4685. Take-outs will be available. Check tis Strange (1974), and Ben Cren- 11:00:00 a.m. for one, very proud of the way they line and took it on in for a score to Albion College offers the unique (Sandler) tells his niece and nephew out the Coloma School District Website, www.ccs.coloma.org. for more shaw (1973). represented their country. widen it lead once again before the Students who blend of a classic liberal arts cur- start to magically come true. details on the winter sports schedules and activities. An article posted on WNDU's Web- This 99th meeting between Water- Panthers threw a couple of intercep- Edgewater Bank riculum with a focus on professional The Spirit... Saturday, January 24, 3:00-9:00 p.m., "POIRIER-WILLIAMSON site on August 1 talked about it vliet and Coloma was a classic, as tions to seal the win for the Indians. S.O.A.R. at preparation in law, medicine, educa- A rookie cop (Macht) returns from CANCER BENEFIT DINNER & LIVE AUCTION FOR BLAKE being a messy divorce between the the Comets held on to post an 8-6 For the night, the Indians had 529 welcomes tion, management, and the sciences. the dead to fight crime from the POIRIER," at Chiefs Bar and Grill, 7490 Territorial Road, Millburg. Western Golf Association and the victory in a game that was not decid- yards of total offense with 388 com- Red Arrow Since 2004, Albion has earned a shadows of Central City. The Live Auction begins at 6:00. Call (269) 944-4053 for more informa- Point O'Woods. Richard Dyer as ed until the very end of the game. ing on the ground and 141 through spot each year on The Princeton tion. The key point made in that article The Comets outgained the Panthers the air. Elementary Review's Top 10 list for "More to Saturday & Sunday, January 24 & 25, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, was that the $150,000 the Point ini- bank president 277 to 221 in total offense. The tandem running duo of Ryan Do on Campus." "FIRST COLOMA HAGAR BASEBALL SOFTBALL ASSOCIA- tially asked for to continue holding Edgewater Bank is pleased to Coloma had 202 yards rushing and Reed and George Allen had another in Hartford Albion was named for a third TION SIGNUPS" at Coloma Elementary School. Other dates are the tournament there was no longer announce the hiring of Richard E. 75 yards passing, with Andrew good night with Allen rushing for This week's Red Arrow Elementary straight year as one of "40 Great 93

\ ) 10 Tri-City Record January 22, 2009 the probate court at 811 Port Street, Motion to table the request from the Married July 1988; Divorced Harbor. Married June 1992; St. Joseph, MI 49085 and the Watervliet Business Association and December 2008. Divorced January 2009. i Public Notices & Want Ads named/proposed personal represen- consult the township attomey. Anna Marie Phillips, Berrien Center Scott Andrew Bradshaw, Benton tative within 4 month after the date Resolution adopted to impose the and Timothy Jamor Leroy Phillips, Harbor and Kelly Marie Bradshaw, Januar}' 22, 2009 Tri-City Record 11 Eau Claire. Married March 2002; WANT ADS FOR SALE of publication of this notice. one percent (1%) Property Tax Boise, Idaho. Married December < s s orts January 15, 2009 Administration Fee. 2002; Divorced January 2009. Divorced December 2008. For sale, for rent, help wanted, 1.25 ACRES...very nice peaceful ^5i!ll?l :. jfe.- P events of 2008 revisited... continued from Page 9 Linda C. Crumb Resolution adopted to collect the Michele Triggs, Buchanan and Jamie Lynn Sauder, Stevensville and Quarterback Joey Newnum com- lost & found, work wanted, area in the country of Coloma Twp. catches for 108 yards and four personal announcements, PO Box 294 State Education Taxes for Benton Leetonia Triggs, Jr., Buchanan. Robert Edward Sauder, Baroda. pleted four of eight passes for 40 Sewer, water, electric on property. touchdowns, Alex Faultersack had thank-you notes, etc. Coloma, MI 49038 Harbor Area Schools. Married December 1995; Divorced Married February 2003; Divorced yards, with Allen catching two pass- Land ready for your manufactured three catches for 47 yards, while $12.00 per ad of 25 words. F. Ronald Postelli (PI9029) Resolution adopted to hold an January 2009. December 2008. es for eight yards; while Norm Bur- home or to build on. Two-car garage Anthony Johnson and Tim Flagel 170 N. Paw Paw Street Annual Meeting on March 30, 2009 Sheri Lynn Bower, Baroda and Chad Douglas Robert Schulz, Watervliet field had a catch for 23 yards and Add lOd a word over 25 words. sturdy, but need cosmetic updating. each added one catch. Repeat same ad for $2 less. P.O. Box 295 @7:00 p.m. at the Bainbridge Eric Bower, Florida. Married and Kimberly Sue Schulz, St. Phillip Woodward had one for nine Asking $35,000 very much worth it. On defense, Tyler Schultz led the Add $2 to border want ad. Coloma, MI 49038 Township Hall. February 1992; Divorced January Joseph. Married February 2004; yards. Add $2 for tear sheet. Call 463-3823. way once again with 20 tackles, 269-468-3070 Motion to approve the appointment 2009. Divorced December 2008. Decatur had two hard-running (I-22-09-TCR) including six for losses. Kevin Ad must be paid in advance (1-22-09-TCR) of Jeff Morlock, Art Scherer, and Hollie Mae Johnson, Niles and Peter Anthony Bolin, Stevensville and backs, but the Indian defense Bryce finished off a great defensive AD PLACEMENT DEADLINE FOR SALE Larry Smith for a 2 year term to the Alan Johnson, Niles. Married April Elizabeth Bolin, Berrien Springs. stopped the raiders when they had IS NOON ON TUE8DAY1 year with 10 tackles, two intercep- BRICK 1,200 SQ. FT...3 bedroom, NOTICE TO Board of Review. 2004; Divorced January 2009. Married October 2007; Divorced to. tions (one returned for a touch- Trl-Clty Record 2 bath, wood floors, fireplace, newer Motion to approve training for the Diana Jean McMann, Watervliet and December 2008. Defensively, the Indians were led CREDITORS down), and one forced fumble. Joe 138 N. Main St., Box 7 windows, central air, new furnace, Board of Review and Assessors. David Lee McMann, Watervliet. Jennifer Lin Bookout, Baroda and by Cody Westberry with 10 tackles; Watervliet, Mi 49098 Decedent's Trust Isbrecht had seven tackles; while new water heater, fenced yard, I Vi Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Married May 1991; Divorced George Allen and Austin Snedden (269) 463-6397 Jonathan Alan Bookout, Bridgman. STATE OF MICHIGAN Max Goodrich, Kyle Garland, and E-mail recordQI2k.com car garage with newer roof, cement Respectfully submitted, December 2008. Married June 2006; Divorced each had nine tackles; while Ryan Collin Buck each added five tack- Credit Card Payment Accepted driveway. Livable but needs updat- PROBATE COURT Debra A. Grieser Randy Stuart Vorrath, Buchanan and December 2008. Reed, Norm Burfield, Neil Friday, les. The Panthers end the season at LIEN SALE ing. Reasons for selling-got mar- COUNTY OF BERRIEN Bainbridge Township Clerk Sandra Suzanne Vorrath, Buchanan. Patricia Kay Blagg, Benton Harbor and Jimmy Smith each added seven 4-5. THE FOLLOWING UNITS - have ried. Asking $89,900.00 call 463- FILE NO. 2008-0831-DE-M NOTICE Married August 1986; Divorced and Bobby Lee Blagg, Benton tackles. The Philadelphia Phillies beat the been taken under possession by 3823. Estate of ROGER QUINCY For Sale: Plots in the New Hope December 2008. Harbor. Married November 2007; The Indians are now 6-0 on the sea- WATERVLIET'S RACHEL SHEFFER SIGNS HER LETTER Tampa Bay Rays for the World Sparkle U-Stor-It for lack of pay- (1-22-09-TCR) WHITE, Deceased Date of birth Cemetery. Contact the Township Joshua Scott Harper, Eau Claire and Divorced December 2008. son and will host Marcellus this Fri- OF...intent to play basketball this fall at the University of Michigan. 1/16/1933 Series baseball championship in five ment. These units will be auctioned clerk for more information. 468- Sandra Ellen Harper, St. Joseph. day night for their Homecoming. Lakeshore JV 18-9, 18-10. stantine for a rematch in the first CARE GIVING TO ALL CREDITOR* games for the first time in 25 years. on February 8 if the Tenant fails to 8040 Married September 2000; Divorced M The Watervliet varsity football team LICENSED...has references. Pro- In the semifinal round, Grace beat round of the playoffs. Hartford fell claim unit. NOTICE OF CREDITORS. The (1-22-09-TCR December 2008. : got back on the winning track last November vide care for your loved ones in then Class "C" honorable mention to them last year in the first round so Ponenail Wright, Benton Harbor, decedent Roger Quincy White, who : week as the Panthers downed The Coloma girls varsity volleyball Peggy Jo Dickerson-Martyniuk, St. Saugatuck 21-17, 21-12. the Indians are hoping to reverse house or hospital sitting. lived at 10945 Marquette Drive, MI Unit 52 Jospeh and Peter Nicholas Julius Lawrence by a 63-6 score in confer- that outcome. team took home the Lakeland Con- 269-621-6120 or 269-208-6270 Divorces Andria Wolske had 10 digs and one Jamie Tunstill. Benton Harbor, Ml New Buffalo, Michigan died Martyniuk, Illinois. Married April Certified " ence action. ference championship last week by ace Jessica The Coloma varsity football team (1-22. 1-29-09-TCR) October 10, 2008 On tlx* d «u • j r» - Ulrich scored one kill, Unit 371 2006; Divorced January 2009. On ottense, the Panthers had Bryce „ .. notched a 53-0 win over River Val- downing Berrien Springs in the con- Creditors of the decedent notified complete ,« .f , ^ , ,3, ^ « Alberta Peoples, Benton Harbor, Berrien Stephanie Alison Marinelli, Niles 5 fo ley last Friday night to claim a share ference tournament finals. NOTICE TO that all claims against the estate will HARTFORD'S GEORGE ALLEN...was named the all-state first MI Unit 162 and Donald James Marinelli, Niles. Auto yards and three touchdowns. He also Motoi;;* rn\ A A Coloma won by scores of 25-13, of the Lakeland Conference title in *,n~A a lj Natahja Galens ended the week - - - team in football this fall. Pearl Mister. Kalamazoo, MI Unit 9 CREDITORS be forever barred unless presented to County Married April 2002; Divorced 23 block 26 d 25-13, and 25-21. James Lepsy Jr., Benton Harbor, MI Joyce C. White, named personal rep- December 2008. TVIeTyler CmCarr Stitrushed fo r •'.{StS117 yards and ' ^^."1"Comets 11 ^ " "" *Colom a stats had Lindsey Hauch Decedent's Trust assist, and six aces. Marga Galens w' face the Shamrocks for the ground and 54 through the air. the title match before falling to Unit 69 resentative or to both the probate St. Joseph Courthouse Repair two touchdowns on 10 carries, while with 17 kills, 24 digs, and one block; Lisa Madelyn O'Hara, Stevensville the second ,ime this season in the Coloma ends the season at 7-3 over- Saugatuck in the SAC Conference STATE OF MICHJGAN Compiled By: Annette Christie scored 25 kills, four blocks, 35 digs Larry A Jones. Benton Harbor, Ml court at 811 Port Street, St. Joseph, and Thomas Edward O'Hara, Marco Montejano added 52 yards on Erica Bartholomew had 31 assists all and a share of the Lakeland Con- PROBATE COURT tournament last Saturday. Unit 2ll MI 49085 and the named personal The following divorces were grant- Illinois. Married September 1999; five carries. ference title. COUNTY OF BERRIEN 468-5555 Watervliet was playing shorthand- Alden & Kathryn Heaton, Salem. representative within 4 month after ed in Berrien County. The plaintiffs Divorced December 2008. Coiy Barker had four catches for 48 The Grace Christian varsity volley- File NO. 2009-0022-DE-N »d „l.e rn, chipped in 3S« »f W, "ie S.d » Ml ed, with Alex Spaulding still out OR. Unit 10 the date of publication of this notice. name will be listed first followed by yards, Alex Faultersack had three Michael Williams, Benton Harbor Front End 37 kills, 55 digs, and seven aces. that coming on the ground and 86 ball team won the Cornerstone Con- with an injury and two other players Estate of Steven Ray Kreitner, January 20, 2009 Dorothy Eddings, Benton Harbor, the defendant: and Veronica Williams, Benton catches for 21 yards and two touch- Brittany'Smith scored 25 kills four through the air. and 18 digs; while Shelb; ference title last week by taking the at a band competition, but still made Deceased. Date of Birth 11/25/1941 Joyce C. White MI Unit 226 Teresa Ann Lumetta, St. Joseph and Alignment 0W QUl nn had tW0 Ca,CheS Andrew Sal Cornerstone Conference tournament a good run at the title. TO ALL CREDITORS* i ^ 5°? J blocks, 39 digs, one assist, and 11 ^™n ended the night ^ Chasity Drake, Benton Harbor, MI 10945 Marquette Drive Frank Joseph Lumetta, St. Joseph. Includes front wheel drives and 4x4 PU for 47 yards and two touchdowns, with a finals win over Michigan NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The Becc. Dallas e.lleced live ™ •» » ^ ^cTa^-? DiZfS The Lady Panthers went 4-2 in pool Unit 242 New Buffalo, MI 49117 Married December 2007; Divorced while Anthony Johnson added one kills, one block, 14 digs, one asaist, llwie mshmg touchdowns along JL Lutheran by scores of 25-17 and 25- play earlier in the day before taking NOTICE TO CREDITOR: The Lawrence I. Frankie P35990 Small ads work $30 & Up k t0u Joe Capozio. Benton Harbor, MI January 2009. catch for 22 yards. w 1 a 13. on Saugatuck, where they fell by decedent, Steven Ray Kreitner, who and 10 aces. Jennelle Miller added *" passing touchdown. ^ T, j r a. n • 121 W. Merchant Street Most American Made Cars De k Allred artford Unit 248 Homer W. Trecartin, Jr., Eau Claire (you're reading one) Defensively, Tyler Schultz led the one m and ^7^ whi e ™ ^ed the night with « ^ ^ The Lady Patriots also defeated scores of 25-18 and 25-17. lived at 4843 North Coloma Road. Benton Spirit. Benton Harbor. MI New Buffalo, Ml 49117 and Alisha Evon Stemdale, Mexico. 463-6397 Open Mon - Fri 8:30-5:30 Panthers with 13 tackles, Joe Sarah Enders scored Z diKs and about 75 yards rushing, including P^yed a yeiy sohd first half m last Heritage Christian and Howardsville Watervliet stats had Kati Jennings Creditors of the decedent are noti- 269-469-4439 d,gS and Sa,urday S pl yoff game a8amS, Unit 32 Married May 1998; Divorced Isbrecht had eight tackles, Kevin one ace ^ his 47-yard touchdown. Sam Swi '' . Christian to get to the title match. with 59 digs, two assists, five aces, fied that all claims against the estate (1-22-09-TCR) DOWNTOWN COLOMA Viola Allison, Benton Harbor, MI December 2008. Btyce and JacC Scot, e.el, had si. ^ ^ tfSH: Grace stats had Andria Wolske with will be forever barred unless pre- VISA & MASTER CARDS ACCEPTED and 24 points; Kelseyann Kremers Unit 71 Barbara Alexander, Niles and tackles, while Jorge Velasquez one kill, four digs, and three assists; had 31 digs, two assists, three aces, sented to Linda C. Crumb, named the Michigan Interscholastic Volley- ®d Jandy Wells added However, in the second half it was Charles Adams. Charlottesville, VA Tommie Rallace Alexander, added four tackles. Jessica Ulrich with three kills and and 32 points; Brooke Kling had six personal representative or proposed BAINBRIDGE ball Coaches Association rankings rSeTco^ts were brut^ a11 C— as the Fal- Unit 358-357 Syracuse, Indiana. Married The Panthers are now 2-6 overall. four assists; Natalija Galens with 13 for week three. kills, 52 digs, one assist, four aces, (I-22, 1-29-09-TCR) personal representative, or to both TOWNSHIP December 1959; Divorced January The Coloma varsity football team on the Mustangs as they were limit- SC°'ed ^ ^ ,0 ^ kills, 13 digs, and three aces; Marga and 16 points; Kirsten Sill had 31 — Grace Christian's overall record REGULAR BOARD 2009. notched an exciting 10-7 come- ed to under 100 yards of total a ^ lead before the Indians Put Galens with 14 kills, 18 digs, 23 kills, three blocks, 43 digs, one now stands at 22-5-2. another score on the board late in the Thomas Rex Marquardt, Web Site Design from-behind win over Buchanan last offense. assists, and eight aces; Ali Springett assist, four aces, and 20 points; MEETING The season of upsets continues in fourth quarter to account for their Stevensville and Mary Patricia Friday night in Lakeland Confer- Randy Wells had the most tackles with three kills, 14 digs, 20 assists, Rachel Sheffer had 96 kills, eight Census final touchdown. college football as number-one JANUARY 12, 2009 Marquardt, Stevensville. Married & ence play. with 10, while Brian Sayre had six and six aces; Liz Eddy with 19 kills, blocks, 43 digs, one assist, 10 aces, Oklahoma was knocked off by | ^ , Hartford stats had the Indians with SYNOPSIS March 1985; Divorced January On offense, the Comets had Andrew tack es a recoveo 17 digs, one assist, and two aces; and 20 points; Bethany Cagle had Internet Consulting Texas last Saturday to shake things 181 yards rushing and 37 yards 2010 2009. Saltzman with 25 carries for one Now the Comets must focus on the Brittany Smith with six kills, 25 one kill, 16 digs, and two assists; Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. passing for a total of 218 yards. Michael Paul Bigsby, Niles and touchdown and 119 yards. Quarter- up some more. Shamrocks as they had switched digs, and six aces; Becca Dallas with while Ali Stelter added three kills, by the ringing of the bell by Marge Michigan State continues its run ^ George Allen carried the ball 19 Now Hiring! Whitney Brooke Bigsby, Niles. Einternet Design back Huston Harrison completed from the spread t0 a power two kills, eight digs, two assists, and 25 digs, 11 assists, two aces, and 31 Yetzke. Present - Jollay, Grieser, 1 with a solid victory over Northwest- , times for 100 yards and one touch- Married October 2007; Divorced !<• >;« [email protected] eight of 12 passes for 80 yards. offense the ast tjme that Coloma four aces; Jennelle Miller with one points. Epple, Baiers, Yetzke. 6111 down, while Ryan Reed had 23 car- Great jobs, Great pay January 2009. Saltzman had two catches, Danny and now will host Ohio State this played them. Berrien was 0-3 at that assist and one ace; while Sarah The Lady Panthers are now 19-3 in Approved Dec. 8, 2008 minutes as Barbara J. Penly, Niles and Don E. www.einternetdesign.com Vollrath had two catches, and T.J. Saturday. ries for 80 yards. Enders added three kills ahef" two US CENSUS JOBS time and started a six-game winning the conference and 26-12-2 overall. written. Scott added one catch. Michigan continues its whatever it Joey Newnum completed four of r Penly, Berrien Springs. Married streak at that point. digs. 0' ct Cle'K~$13.5D/hi Approved payment of bills/payroll 932-1008 ext200 is doin in this May 2005; Divorced January 2009. On defense, Randy Wells had the g transition year, with seven passes for 37 yards, one Recruiting Ass slant-GlG.OC/hr The Watervliet varsity football team The Watervliet girls varsity volley- CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 totaling $43,091.34. a loss t0 touchdown, and one interception. Jeremy Joseph Durren, Benton most tackles, Brian Sayre had 11 Toledo, the first time the did not live up to expectations this ball team made it all of the way to Admin sliative Ass slant 75/hr Approved payment of mid month tackles, while Caleb Hettig added Wolverines have lost to a MAC team Philli rp Woodward caugh0 t the touch- (rtirr Oprrntmn? Snp.-SlA.fSO/h'' Harbor and Caitlyn Marie Durren, auucu - - — season, buout thme rantnerPanthers did notch . bills totaling $2,505.65. ever If can /A Fnimornior~S 12 14/hr Portage. Married May 2007; eight tackles and a fumble recovery. - ^ muster a .500 sea- their fourth win of the year with a down pass and another pass for 20 Received reports from Supervisor, son tha yards while Mike Poczik 211(1 Crew _ea0et-S15.5C/hr - Divorced January 2009. Coach Eddy paid a special tribute to ' t will be a miracle. Forget 40.0 win over Bloomingdale last ' ^ Treasurer, Building Department, FieiJ Ojerai ons SuD."117/111 Barbara Lynn Leitz, Benton Harbor the special teams as he said that they about a bowl game. Friday night. NajachMoio.i,t. eac.0^h caught one pass. Assessing Department, Sheriff and Gregory Brian Leitz, Coloma. played really well, as did the Then you have the Fighting Irish On offense, the Panthers had Bryce Hartford lost two fumbles and one Vis t www 2010cersusjohs.gov fnr p'art'cn trsts ft job rioscriptions Department, Coloma Emergency defense. who wanted to be ranked, with a 4-1 with , 3 compietions on 26 attempts interception, while the Falcons did Ambulance Service and Sister Lakes The Comets are now 4-2 overall and record until they were beaten by for 192 yardSi four TD passesi and not turn the ball over the entire 866-861-2010 Fire/Ambulance. game. Sail the BRAND NEW Rl BY PRINCESS 3-1 in the Lakeland Conference. North Carolina to quiet that talk. no interceptions. He also added J Austin Snedden led Hartford with The^ Hartford varsitTtwanyj volleybalvuu&yuaili .Th e Hartfor. d varsity football team "mnine carrietamess iofor 064 yards on thtne with PALL & ANNE LAVENDECKER team downed Decatur by scores of downed Bangor by a 35-0 score to ground. Tyler Carr added 56 yards 13 tackles. Norm Burfield had 11 end the regular season with a 9-0 tackles, Cody Westberry had nine f: 25-17, 25-23, and 25-16. and one touchdown on seven carries. recor(1 35 tackles, while Neil Friday added front Mid-West Family Broadcasting Hartford stats had Lindsey Drake the Indians head into the Leading receivers for the night eight tackles. The Indians end their with eight assists and two blocks; Payoffs. included Cory Barker with eight Kaitlin Shaner and Melissa Rzeszut 7,16 Indians piled up 355 rushing season at 9-1. 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Canng Convenient PJ^ETLfcr all future (mdes and guests I Alignment Includtt front whMl drives and 4x4 PU After Hour Clinic Cruise Planners 420 Medical Paik Dnve $30 & Up Community Watervliet, MI 49098 Most American Made Cars (269) 463-3600 ' H O i PIT A L 1-269-982-0901 Open Mon • Fri 8:30-5:30 Mon-Fri, Noon - 10 pm v» • I* • • • Sat-Sun, Noon -8 pm DOWNTOWN COLOMA BORCES&IIAOII VISA A MASTER CARDS ACCEPTED 12 Tri-City Record January 22, 2009 such orders or decrees as may be Charitable Trust Division P.O. Box 215 9091 First Street January} 212009 Tri aty Record 13 necessary to vest the title to said PUBLIC NOTICE uously operated the parks in the P.O. Box 30213 Baroda, Ml 49101 P.O. Box 54 Tri-City Area Sports News Armchair Quarterbacks pick this weekend's game winners! ' lands or property in the trustee so Lansing, MI 48909 Baroda, MI 49101-0054 interim for the benefit of the public, The Benton Charter Township Hall STATE OF MICHIGAN j appointed. but the Foundation dissolved by 1725 Territorial Road The Berrien Springs Village Hall IN THE CIRCUIT COURT 8. In its October 3, 2008 Catherine A. Jacobs operation of law in 1964. By Order Benton Harbor, MI 49022 112 North Cass Street Opinion and Order Granting Loomis, Ewert, Parsley, Davis & Last week's FOR THE (o f October 3, 2008 [in the consoli- P.O. Box 182 Defendant's Motion for Summary Gotting The Berrien Township Hall COUNTY OF BERRIEN (date d case Brown, et al v Michigan, Berrien Springs, MI 49103 Disposition in the consolidated case 124 West Allegan Street, Suite 700 8916 M-140 File No. 07-0394-CZ-T 1Cas e No. 2007-0394-CZ-T), this {Elizabeth Bolster Brown, et al v Lansing, MI 48933 P.O. Box 61 The Eau Claire Village Hall 1Cour t held that title to the lands had AQB pick Honorable John E. Dewane State of Michigan, Case No. 2007- Berrien Center, Ml 49102 6625 East Main Street ELIZABETH BOLSTER BROWN; 'veste d in this Court by operation of 0394-CZ-T), this Court found, Any such proposal may be com- P.O. Box 338 y ROBERT H. WARREN; KETTRIA law upon the Foundation's dissolu- The Bertrand Township Hall among other things: bined with the written response Eau Claire, MI 49111 WHALEN tioni . The Attomey General asks 3835 Buffalo Road results a. There is no statutory basis upon described in Paragraph B above and HUGGARD; and CHARLES E. this Court to appoint the MDNR as Buchanan, MI 49107 The Galien Village Hall which the Foundation may now shall include the name, address, and We are getting down to the nitty-gritty with this compe- WHALEN, JR., successor trustee, to hold title to the 121 South Cleveland Avenue renew or reinstate it de jure corpo- telephone number of the proposed The Buchanan Township Hall tition, as our Super Bowl match-up is set. Plaintiffs, lands as public parks, subject to the P.O. Box 296 rate existence. trustee, a description of the pro- 15235 Main Street The Philadelphia-Arizona game was the real surprise to v conditions in the 1918 deeds of gift Galien, Ml 49113-0296 b. The Foundation has not sur- posed trustee's qualifications for the Buchanan, MI 49107 me as the momentum went back and forth, with the JOHN GRAHAM; CATHERINE from the Warrens to the 2 vived as a f/e facto corporation and The Grand Beach Village Hall Cardinals dominating the first half and the Eagles the Joe Jason Mark Bolin Chris Leach Nancy Huffman Jim Edwards Tom Gear Foundation. The accompanying position, and confirmation that the The Chikaming Township Hall KERBY; DAVID WARREN; 48200 Perkins Boulevard 103.7 COSY-FM Watervliet Public Works Guy *5 Marine Nancy's Furniture Tri-County Computer the facts of this case are not appro- proposed trustee is legally author- 13535 Red Arrow Highway second. Huffman's TV KAY WENGERT; HELEN WAR- Order establishes a procedure for New Buffalo, MI 49117 160-72 145-87 141-91 Services 138-94 priate for application of the doctrine ized and willing to serve as trustee P.O. Box 40 I didn't think that the Cardinals had that one last drive 141-91 & Appliances 141-91 REN; ROXANNE CARGILL; public comment on the proposed the case this year. Tom Gear went l-l to stay in the cellar and pretty much of corporation by estoppel. with respect to the Warren Dunes Harbert, MI 49115-0040 The Michiana Village Hall in them at the end of the game after the Eagles had dom- falls a spot to fourth place because of that tiebreaker. It BARBARA G PARISH; appointment of MDNR as successor c. Reverter clauses in the Warren inated most of the second half. Mark Bolin went l-l this week to stay in second place. is going to go down to the wire for her as well with her, secure that spot. Tom is still three games behind his trustee, including recommendation and Warren Woods, consistent with 4000 Cherokee Street WILLIAM KERBY; JERRY The Coloma Charter Township Hall Mark now has second place nailed down as he maintains Chris, and Jim locked in a three-way fight to the end. nearest competition, but let's see if he can end the sea- Dunes and Warren Woods deeds the conditions of the Warrens' char- Michiana, MI 49117 The AFC Championship between the Steelers and LARKIN; of persons or entities other than the 4919 Paw Paw Lake Road a four-game lead over his nearest threats. have not been triggered. itable gift. Ravens was as good as was expected, with either team Jim Edwards stays in fifth place this week with a 1-1 son on a high note with the right pick for the Super Bowl RAYMOND and LILLIAN HOFF- MDNR to serve as successor Coloma, MI 49038 The Shoreham Village Hall Chris Leach also went 1-1 and moves up to the third- winner. d. The Foundation no longer exists D. Any Party in these consolidated having a chance to come out on top. record as well. Even though they are all three tied in MAN; EDWARD WARREN, III; trustee. Brown School Road place spot by winning the tiebreaker. This means that There are no picks this week as the two-week Super and there is a vacancy in the cases may file a reply to the The Galien Township Hall Joe Jason went 1-1 for the week to seal the title for sure total wins and losses, the tiebreaker is the separator. So PAMELA W.CARDMAN; BACKGROUND St. Joseph, MI 49085 she has a chance to lock that spot up, but it will have to Bowl hype starts in eamest. trusteeship for Warren Dunes and responses submitted under P.O. Box 246 this season, and he now can enjoy the Super Bowl. Joe even though Jim is in fifth place right now he could EDWARD SIMKINS; MARY L. 1. On February 1, 2008, the wait until the game is over to find out. The next action will be on Sunday, Febmary 1. Warren Woods. Paragraphs B and C. Any such Galien, Ml 49113 The Stevensville Village Hall was on pins and needles last year at this time, with the move up to third, depending on the outcome of the big PICKETT; WILLIAM B. CHAM- Attomey General filed his Petition Nancy Huffman went l-l this week as well, but she e. The trust for Warren Dunes and reply shall be filed with the Clerk 5768 St. Joseph Avenue rug pulled out from under him at the last second... not game. BERLAIN; LYDIA W. CHERRY; for Appointment of Successor The Hagar Township Hall Warren Woods has vested in this of the Court not later than April 17, Stevensville, MI 49127 SUZANNE G. WEINGARTEN; Trustee (Petition) in Case No. 08- 5900 Riverside Road 18 after three quarters before coast- 17-10 mn before coasting to the win In the semifinals, Coloma defeated Court pursuant to MCL 554.351. 2009, together with proof of service Coloma Hagar and PAGE W. DRUMMOND, 0036-CZ-M pursuant to MCL P.O. Box 135 The Three Oaks Village Hall ing to the win in the fourth. in the fourth. Perry in three games. 9. The Attomey General's Petition that a copy of the reply was also My view Joined Interested Parties 554.351-352. Riverside, MI 49084 14 Maple Street Rachel Sheffer had 13 points, 10 Watervliet had Marco Montejano In the finals, Coloma defeated Ban- requests that the Court: served upon counsel of record and Baseball Softball v 2. The Petition stated that in 1918 Three Oaks, MI 49128 rebounds, eight blocks, five assists, with 16 points, Adam Wilkinson had gor John Glenn in two games. A. Enter a Notice of Hearing and the person(s) who submitted the The Lake Charter Township Hall STATE OF MICHIGAN, Edward K. Warren and Mary C. and four steals; Andie Hiler had 12 15 points, Kevin Bryce had 13 Association The first Michigan High School Order to Show Cause why the written response in question. 3220 Shawnee Road Posting shall be by an officer or from the NOTICE ANP QRPER Warren (Warrens) deeded certain points and seven rebounds; Alex points, while both Alex Faultersack Interscholastic Bowling Coaches MDNR should hot be appointed SERVICE OF THIS NOTICE P.O. Box 818 officers of the Department of State Defendant lands located in Berrien County and Bridgman, MI 49106 Spaulding had seven points and six and Cory Quinn added six points registration Association released the first rank- successor trustee to the Foundation QF HEARING AND ORPER Police as authorized by MCR [Consolidated With] commonly referred to as "Warren rebounds; while Kirsten Sill added apiece. ing poll of the season. The Coloma and title to Warren Dunes and TO SHOW CAUSE The Lincoln Charter Township Hall 2.106(EX2) and MCR 2.103(BX2), Press Box signups scheduled File No. 08-0036-CZ-T Woods" and "Warren Woods" to the who shall, not later than February six points. The Panthers are now 4-3 overall varsity girls team is currently ranked Warren Woods trust properties vest- E. This Notice of Hearing and Lincoln Township Municipal Honorable John E. Dewane Edward K. Warren Foundation By Mike Leith, Sportswriter The Lady Panthers are now 8-1 and 3-1 in the conference. Signups for Coloma Hagar Baseball #4 in the state. ed in the MDNR; Order to Show Cause shall, not 13,2009, file an affidavit under (Foundation) to be forever pre- Building IN RE: LANDS DEEDED IN MCR 2.106(G)(2) attesting that a overall and 5-0 in the conference. Softball Association will be held on Other teams on the top 10 ranking B. Enter an Order directing serv- later than Febmary 13, 2009, be 2055 West John Beers Road though, as the Lady Blue Devils CHARITABLE TRUST BY served and maintained in a natural the following days: list that were present at the Battle of ice of the Notice of Hearing and served in each of the following copy of this Notice of Hearing and Watervliet girls state and as public parks for the P.O. Box 279 came back to take a 25-24 halftime Hartford girls EDWARD K. WARREN AND Order to Show Cause was posted Saturday and Sunday, January 24 the Baker Tournament were #1 Te- Order to Show Cause; and manners: Stevensville, Ml 49127-0279 Watervliet boys MARY C. benefit of the people. down Lawton advantage. It was a 41-38 game in and 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 cumseh, #2 Bangor John Glenn C. Following a hearing on the 1. By posting for three consecutive for the required time in a conspicu- down Lawrence 3. The Warren Dunes were con- Watervliet's favor after the third WARREN TO EDWARD K. WAR- The New Buffalo Township Hall ous place open to the public at the noon, at Coloma Elementary (Coloma defeated them in the tour- Order to Show Cause, enter an weeks in a conspicuous place open quarter and the Lady Panthers held win a pair The Hartford girls varsity basketball REN FOUNDATION veyed to the Foundation in two 17425 Red Arrow Highway to stay atop School; nament finals, head to head), and #6 Order to the public at the following loca- locations specified. deeds and described as follows: on to the lead at the end of the game, The Watervliet boys varsity basket- team downed Lawrence by a 54-45 LOCATED WITHIN WARREN New Buffalo, MI 49117 2. By publication in each the fol- Saturday, Jan. 31, from 10:00 a.m. Alma. ... appointing the MDNR as suc- tions Within Berrien County: SAC South despite Lawton having a couple of ball team notched a pair of wins last score last week. DUNES AND (a) An April 18, 1918 deed record- to 12:00 noon, at Coloma Elemen- cessor trustee to the Foundation ... The Berrien County Courthouse The Niles Charter Township Hall lowing newspapers once each week ed at Book 210, pages 218-219 of The Watervliet girls varsity basket- shots at the basket at the end of the week as the Panthers downed The Lady Indians fell behind in the WARREN WOODS STATE for three consecutive weeks pur- tary School; and and vesting title to the Warren 811 Port Street 320 Bell Road game. Gobies by a 40-39 score before beat- first quarter as the Lady Tigers went Coloma PARKS the Berrien County Register of ball team downed Lawton for the Saturday, Febmary 15, from 2:00 to Niles, MI 49120 suant to MCR 2.105(1) and MCR Dunes and Warren Woods trust St. Joseph, MI 49085-1187 second time this season by a 54-52 Andie Hiler had a new career high ing Lawton by a 58-40 score. on a 10-5 run. Both teams scored 19 Deeds conveying lands in the 2.106(D)(1): 4:00 p.m., at Hagar Township Hall. Wrestling Club properties in the MDNR, subject to The Oronoko Charter Township score to stay undefeated in confer- with 19 points, 13 of those coming In their game against the Tigers, the points in the second quarter to make Catherine A. Jacobs (P32996) Township of Lake described as: The Benton Harbor City Hall The Benton Spirit the conditions regarding sale, man- in the second half, and five Panthers saw the lead go back and it a 29-24 game at the half. Loomis, Ewert, Parsley, Davis & The South half (1/2) of the 200 Wall Street Hall ence play atop the SAC South news agement, and naming of the proper- The Berrien County Record Hartford went on a 16-9 third-quar- Coloma varsity Southwest quarter (1/4) of the 4583 East Snow Road Division. rebounds; Rachel Sheffer had 13 forth the whole game with the differ- Gotting Benton Harbor, MI 49022 The Harbor County News ties imposed by the Warrens in their points, 15 rebounds, five assists, ence coming at the free-throw lines ter mn before holding a 14-7 fourth- Coloma Wrestling Club had six 124 West Allegan Street. Suite 700 Northwest quarter (1/4) of Section P.O. Box 214 Watervliet coach Jim Winter felt original charitable gifts. The Bridgman City Hall The Herald Palladium where the Panthers went 16-19 for quarter edge to win going away. bowling results wrestlers compete in Vicksburg on Twenty-five (25), Town Six (6) Berrien Springs, MI 49103 that Lawton would be one- of the eight blocks, and four steals; Alex Lansing, MI 48933 The Journal Era 10. As stated in its October 3, 9765 Maple Street Spaulding had 12 points, six re- the night and that obviously helped Hartford had three players in double Sunday, January 18. (517) 482-2400 South, Range twenty (20) West. Lady Panthers' toughest opponents P.O. Box 366 The Pipestone Township Hall The New Buffalo Times from 1/17/09 and Finishing with second-place honors 2008 Opinion and Order in Bolster in the South, along with Hartford, so bounds, four steals, and three as- with the one-point win. figures, with Kailee Weberg scoring Attomey for Plaintiffs and Barbara Also, the North fractional half (1/2) 7185 Elm Brown, et al v State of Michigan, Bridgman, MI 49106 The Niles Daily Star Kevin Bryce and Marco Montejano 19 points, Lindsey Drake had 15 were Ian Ishmael and Harrison and the North half (1/2) of the it is a big win for the Lady Panthers sists; while Kati Jennings added G Parrish, Edward Warren, III, Eau Claire, MI 49111 The South County Gazette 1/18/09 the Court also intends to establish a eight points. each had 14 points, while Adam points, Audrey Traver had 13 points Spaulding. Roxanne Cargill, Suzanne G South fractional half (1/2) of The Buchanan City Hall despite the season not even being procedure by which other nomina- The Tri-City Record Jake Speck eamed a fourth-pface Section Twenty-six (26), Town Six 302 North Redbud Trail The Royalton Township Hall half over. Earlier in the week the Lady Pan- Wilkinson and Alex Faultersack and Gina Kellogg added four points. tournaments Weingarten, David The publishers of the specified tions may be made for successor 980 Miners Road thers downed Lawrence by a 43-28 each added four points. The Lady Indians are now 5-3 over- medal. and Helen Warren, John Graham, (6) South, Range twenty (20) West, Buchanan, MI 49107 Coach Winter was pleased with the Submitted by Bonnie Henry trustee. newspapers or the publisher's agent The Panthers then took on Lawton Representing the club with sports- One hundred thirty-two (132) acres St. Joseph, MI 49085 way his team responded in the first score, with a lot of people getting all and 3-1 in the SAC South. William and Katherine Kerby, Kay The Coloma City Hall shall promptly file, not later than CHS varsity bowling team coach ACCORDINGLY, IT IS some valuable playing time. and beat the Blue Devils by a 58-40 manship and skill were Hunter Wengert. Edward Simkins, and more 6t less'. The St. Joseph Charter Township quarter ^fter Lawton had gone up 8- The Coloma High School varsity 119 North Paw Paw Street Febmary 13, 2009, an affidavit stat- Brown, Bryant Kieft, and Robert M HEREBY ORDERED: 0 to start the game. The Lady Pan- The Lady Panthers started the game score. David Warren (b) A June 17, 1918 deed recorded P.O. Box 329 Hall Hartford boys fall bowling team was at Holiday Lanes NOTICE OF HEARING ing the facts establishing the quali- In this game the Panthers got out to Swartzlander. at Book 214, page 76 of the Berrien thers bounced right back and ended with a 14-6 first-quarter run and Coloma, MI 49038 3000 Washington Avenue fication required by MCR in Kalamazoo and bowling against A. This Court shall conduct a held a 23-14 lead at the half. Water- a 13-6 first-quarter lead and held a Robert P. Reichel (P31878) County Register of Deeds convey- P.O. Box 147 up leading after one quarter by a 12- to Lawrence Schoolcraft on January 17 for a con- hearing on April 29, 2009 at 2:00 2.106(FX1) of the newspaper in 27-17 halftime advantage. In the ing lands in the Township of Lake The New Buffalo City Hall 10 score. vliet came out in the third quarter First signup is Feb. 7 Assistant Attomey General St. Joseph, Ml 49085 which the Notice of Hearing and The Hartford boys varsity basket- ference match. p.m. to consider the Attorney 224 West Buffalo Street Lawton made it close all of the way. and went on a 12-4 run to take a 35- third quarter, Watervliet went on a Environment, Natural Resources, described as: ball team fell to Lawrence last week The girls results were Coloma 24 - GeneraPs Petition to appoint the New Buffalo, MI 49117 The Sodus Township Hall Order to Show Cause was pub- Watervliet and Agriculture Division The Northeast quarter (1/4) of the Schoolcraft 6. The two-game team MDNR as successor trustee and 4056 King Drive lished, setting out a copy of this by a 70-37 score. P.O. Box 30755 Northwest quarter (1/4) of Section The Niles City Hall total was 1664 (839); baker games any other nominations for succes- P.O. Box 176 Notice of Hearing and Order to The Indians fell behind in the first Recreation Lansing, MI 48909 Twenty-five (25) and the South 508 East Main Street were 161 and 211. sor trustee timely made in accor- Sodus, MI 49126 Show Cause as published and stat- quarter by a 21-6 score and could (517) 373-7540 fractional half (1/2) of the Niles, Ml 49120-0487 The girls individual two-game highs Council dance with the procedures speci- ing the dates on which it was pub- never recover as they fell to the Attomey for Defendant State of Southwest fractional quarter (1/4) The Three Oaks Township Hall were Kylee Morlock 379 (209), fied in this Order. The St. Joseph City Hall lished. fifth-ranked Tigers. Michigan and Petitioner Attomey of Section Twenty-four (24), all in 8 East Linden Adrianna Fickett 353 (183), and baseball & ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE 700 Broad Street and Brandon Chemugel had 10 points; General Tracy A. Sonnebom Township (20) West, containing one P.O. Box 55 Carley Trainor 350 (199). St. Joseph, Ml 49085 3. By mail upon the parties to Joe Newnum had seven points; hundred eighteen and eighty six B. Any person(s) wishing to Three Oaks, MI 49128 aste ^ ^ ® Softball signup (P41416) Norm Burfield had five points; The boys results were Coloma 13 - apprise the Court of that person's these consolidated cases or their 1 Assistant Attomey General hundredths (118.86) acres more or The Watervliet City Hall W I ft Schoolcraft 17. The two game team position as to whether and under The Watervliet Charter Township counsel of record. while Zach Williams, Robert Fred- dates announced less. 158 West Pleasant Street Consumer Protection Division Hall F. Proof of Service of this Notice ricks, and Philip Earls each added total was 1490 (755); baker games what circumstances the MDNR » /« /i / Watervliet Recreation Council will Charitable Trust Division 4. The Warren Woods were con- P.O. Box 86 were 183 and 189. The boys individ- should be appointed successor 4959 M-140 Highway of Hearing and Order to Show four points. veyed to the Foundation in an April Watervliet, Ml 49098 be holding youth baseball and soft- P.O. Box 30213 P.O. Box 384 Cause shall be filed not later than ual two-game highs were Ronnie trustee shall file a written ball signups as follows: Lansing, MI 48909 18, 1918 deed recorded at Book M * f -* » . Coloma boys fall McGuire 325 (182), Corey McCarty response to this Order to Show The Bainbridge Township Hall Watervliet, MI 49098 February 13, 2009. 210, pages 219-221 of the Berrien Saturday, Febmary 7 - 9:00 a.m. to Attomey for Defendant State of 7315 Territorial Road /s/ John E. Dewane 313 (165), and Jarred Metz 296 Cause with the Clerk of the The Weesaw Township Hall to Bees Michigan County Register of Deeds convey- (163). 12:00 noon; Tuesday, Febmary 10 - Court not later than March 20, Watervliet, MI 49098 Honorable John E. Dewane ing lands in the Township of 13518 State Street The Coloma boys varsity basketball 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.; Saturday, Feb- and Petitioner Attomey General Circuit Court Judge GIRLS VARSITY WINS 2009, together with proof that a The Baroda Township Hall P.O. Box 38 NOTICE OF HEARING AND Chickaming described as: team fell to Bridgman by a 59-55 BATTLE OF THE BAKER mary 14 - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. copy of that written response was Baroda Municipal Building New Troy, MI 49119 TCR 1-15, 1-22, 1-29, 2009 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE The West half (1/2) of Section score in Lakeland Conference action Signups will take place at South also served upon: 9091 First Street TOURNAMENT! WHY THE MICHIGAN Twenty-seven (27), Town Seven (7) The Baroda Village Hall last week. Elementary School in Watervliet. Robert P. Reichel On January 18, we were at M66 DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL South, Range Twenty (20) West, YOUNG GRAPPLERS...Hartford MyWay Wrestling Team members are: (back row, from the left) Travis The Comets trailed 15-10 after one Registration fees for the 2009 sum- Assistant Attorney General Bowl in Battle Creek for the Battle RESOURCES SHOULD except that part of the said West Martin, Tyler Oldham, Luke Burkhead, Bert Saldana, Chris Gage, Michael Boyd, Kyle Hallgren, coach quarter and 34-22 at the half. It was mer youth ball program are: T-Ball - Environment, Natural Resources, of the Baker Tournament. The for- NOT BE APPOINTED SUCCES- half (1/2) of Section Twenty-seven Mike Burtchett; (middle row, from the left) Bobby Johnson, Jared Henslee, Cole Burkhead, Freddy Burt- a 40-33 game after three quarters $40; Boys Instructional - Minor and and Agriculture Division mat consisted of six sets of two SOR TRUSTEE FOR LANDS (27) lying North of the highway, chett; (front row, from the left) Adam Henslee, Alex Davilia, Jared, Jayden Johnson, and Cristy Burtchett. and the Comets attempted several Major - $50; Pony and Babe Ruth - P.O. Box 30755 Over 50 baker games to qualify for top eight DEEDED IN CHARITABLE hereby conveying three hundred - (Contributed photo) runs at the Bees in the fourth but just $60; Girls 8U, 10U, & 12U - $50; Lansing, Ml 48909 elimination match play best two of (300) acres of land more or less. could not get over the hump. Girls 14U - $60. TRUST BY EDWARD K. WAR- three games (top seed against bot- 5. The Foundation leased Warren Chris Dew had 17 points to lead the Family rates are as follows: first REN AND MARY C. WARREN tom seed, etc.) Tracy A. Sonnebom Ideas Catering (Banquet JCaCCs two children are at the regular regis- TO THE EDWARD K. WARREN Dunes and Warren Woods to the is the time to decide about spring Huston Harrison (152), Bryan Sayre L awaiting her return, he built a trad- Tri-City Record; tial state sales taxes on a new or used same tax rate as the state's general four aces, and 16 points; Erica Bisbo awards banquet last week and have an honor and a privilege to coach her and an occasional Steelhead, in the Ryan Reed; and defensive back Winners in the meet against Lake-., ing post on the south side of the turkey hunting and purchase your (160) and Devin Davis (215). e-mail to [email protected] evening, below the Dam in Berrien boat purchase last year, the Tax sales tax. In order to claim the sales with five digs, one ace, and four announce the results. over the past few years. George Allen. view included Josh Galameau (112),. license. Hunters have three options Coloma also had two 4-1 wrestlers mouth of the St. Joseph River. He Extenders Act of 2008 signed by tax deduction, tax returns must be points; Brooke Kling with three Kevin Bryce took home the offen- Sheffer w ill play basketball next fall or call 463-NEWS Springs. Earning second-team offensive Reuben Navarro (125), Luke Fault-./ sounded the stream and buoyed the for purchasing a spring turkey hunt- on the day in A.J. Tyler (103) and Area lakes...Ice toumament results President Bush on October 3, 2008, itemized. State sales taxes are en- digs, one assist, two aces, and four sive MVP honors, while Tyler at the University of Michigan. honors was Ryan Reed. Second- ersack (130), John Tanner (135), Matt Kiser (145). continues to otter a tederai tax tered on IRS form Schedule A, line points; Kirsten Sill with two kills, Schultz was named the defensive Grace Christian has announced end- team defensive honors were scored Matt Kiser (145), Huston Harrison The Comet^ere followed fa Hol- 5b. three digs, two aces, and five points; MVP. The special teams MVP award of-season honors for both of the by defensive back MiKe poc^k and' . . f \ m m m m m m—— -• ^ ^ . . - m. ^ . f land West Ottawa with a 4-1 record, " (j 52), LutfarHettig (189), and Caleb m Mm m m. M Mm m m m m f ^ M\ m s m m m m m M The boat loan deduction Rachel Sheffer with 36 kills, one went to Corey Barker, while the conferences they compete in. kicker Juan Perez. Hettig (hwt). Portage Northern at 3-2, Three For those owners with a secured block, eight digs, five aces, and 10 most improved player award went to In the Cornerstone Athletic Confer- Earning honorable mention honors Winners in the meetwith GulLLake Rivers at 2-3, Comstock at 1-4, and V BOARD boat loan, mortgage interest paid on points; Ali Stelter w ith five digs, 42 Alex Faultersack. ence, first team honors went to Liz on offense were quarterback Joe included A.J. Tyler (103), Josh St. Joseph at 0-5. the loan may be deductible from assists, and three points; along with The Panther Award went to Josh Eddy, Marga Galens, Natalija Newnum and lineman Eric Wade. Galameau (112), Reuben Navarro Please call on us for quality products and profes si on a 1 services Earlier in the week, the Comets your federal income taxes. Taxpay- six kills and two digs from Andie Matthias, while the overall MVP Galens and Brittany Smith. Second Coach Janicki then introduced the (125), Luke Faultersack (130), John took a pair of dual meets, beating ers may use the "second home" Hiler. award went to Kevin Bryce. team honors went to Alii Springett. members of the Kalamazoo Tanner (135), Matt Kiser (145), Lawton by a 69-6 score and Martin mortgage interest deduction for one The Watervliet Grace Christian girls Making the SAC first team all-con- Honorable mention honors went to Gazette's All-Area team. Those Huston Harrison (152), Devin Davis by a 60-15 count. primary home and one second home volleyball team notched its third ference were Kevin Bryce, alex Becca Dallas and Andria Wolske. players were George Allen, Neil Fri- (215), and Caleb Hettig (hwt). Winners against Lawton included and must itemize deductions on their straight Class "D" District volley- Faultersack and Corey Barker on day, Ryan Reed, and Juan Perez. The Comets are now 11-0 overall on Tri-County Computer Services In the Red Arrow Conference, first A.J. 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) 16 Tri-City Record January 22, 2009 MISS HARTFORD Miss Teen Hartford Hartford Middle School, Cassandra's future plans are to CONTINUED FROM PAGE I The first Miss Teen Hartford Contest was held during the Miss become a veterinarian. Trent Bulat, 17, is a senior at Hartford Contest. There were five Named Second Runner-up and Miss Hartford High School. He is the son contestants vying for the historical Congeniality was Brooke Ann of David and Norma Bulat. Trent is first crown in the community, but it Edmonds. She is the daughter of involved in quiz bowl. National was Megan Vasquez who received Dave and Michelle Edmonds. Honor Society, track, choir, and the historical crown. She is 14 years old and is a fresh- musicals. He plans to attend a com- man at Hartford High School. munity college to receive an English Megan is a 14-year-old freshman at Hartford High School. She is the Brooke would like to become a degree. pediatrician in the future. Tyler Fuller, 17, is also a senior at daughter of Abel and Cynthia Vasquez. The other two contestants were Hartford High School. He is the son Kara Jean Weberg, daughter of of Richard and Decima Fuller. In Her future includes studying either Brian and Donna Weberg; and school, he is involved in football, music or architecture. Kelsey Alyssa Pomeroy, daughter of wrestling and track. Chosen as First Runner-up was Marshall and Diana Pomeroy. After graduation, Tyler plans to Cassandra Lee Goss. She is the Judges for the Miss Teen portion attend Kalamazoo Valley daughter of Dennis and Catherine Goss. were Angie Widdis, Julie Wuerfel, Community College to enroll in the and Kristina Kramer. dental hygiene program. A 13-year-old eighth-grader at 2009 MISS COLOMA AND HER COURT...(from the left) First Runner-up Lauren Kniebes, 2009 Miss A special tribute was held for Coloma Madison Welche, Second Runner-up Amanda Stowers, and Miss Congeniality Courtney Steinke. Venessa Ann Garcia, Miss Hartford (Annette Christie photo) 2005. She was tragically killed in a one-car accident in March 2008 in Madison Welche is the new Miss Coloma 2009 Kalamazoo. At the time, she was By Annette Christie Amanda has received the following most advertisements and tickets. attending Kalamazoo Valley * I Madison Welche, 18, was crowned awards; academic letter as a fresh- The other contestants were Brianne Community College. As queen, the new Miss Hartford Miss Coloma 2009 on Saturday man; athletic varsity letters for ten- Higdon, Brittany Musgrove, Amy i,- night, January 17, at the Lake nis and competitive cheer; Good Warczynski, Samantha Johndrow, was to receive a $500 Venessa If i Michigan College Mendel Center. Citizenship certificate for Pride Shelby Metz, Nichole Campbell, Garcia Memorial Scholarship. Her V: A senior at Coloma High School, Week 2007; Academic Achievement Kayla Reid, Brittni Schaus, Sonya sister queens from 2005 raised an Madison has been involved in certificate for Pride Week 2007; Romero, Tricia Querfurth, Shelby additional $1,000. making the total Spanish Club, Student Forum, side- Principal's List certificates for 2006 Eastbum, and Kayla Corbin. scholarship a value of SI,500. 2009 MISS TEEN HARTFORD AND HER COURT...(from the left) line cheerleading and competitive and 2007; Academic Chevron in Chairman was Kathleen Kniebes Flowers were presented to her par- finalist Kara Weberg, First Runner-up Cassie Goss, 2009 Miss Teen cheerleading. She is also involved in 2007; and the Lakeland Conference for this event, which is sponsored by ents, Vicente and Diane Garcia; and Hartford Megan Vasquez, Second Runner-up and Miss Teen her church youth group. All-Academic Athletic Award in the Coloma Community Pageant her formal photograph graced the Congeniality Brooke Edmonds, and finalist Kelsey Pomeroy. stage during the contest. She has received the Cheer May 2007 and 2008. She also placed Organization. (Annette Christie photo) "Leader" Award; was the varsity third in the Miss Southwest Judges were Pam Kublick, Cheryl leader for competitive cheerleading; Michigan Outstanding Teen Contest Ryno, and Tom Starks. and was selected as the April in 2008. Morning radio Personality "Wild" Student of the Month. Madison has Post graduation, she plans to attend Bill Lewis of WYTZ and Jackie been on the Honor Roll for four Michigan State University to pursue Bell, Miss Coloma 1999, served as years and was on the Principal's List a degree in business administration. the master and mistress of cere- during her freshman and junior Eventually, she would like to go to monies for the evening. twm years. the Notre Dame Law School. Serving as the escorts for the TElUlfl The daughter of Shannon and Amanda also received the memory evening were local businessmen: 4 Donna Welche, Madison plans on board award. Tony Peterson. Contessa Wine 4 applying to Rhema Bible Institute to Selected as Miss Congeniality by Cellars; John Demis, John's Glass; obtain a degree and continue her her fellow contestants was Courtney Charlie Holloway, Eddie's Drive-in; work at her church. Steinke, an 18-year-old senior at and Ray Mays, The Friendly Tavern. She will be representing Coloma at Coloma High School. Entertainment was provided by the Miss Blossomtime Pageant in The daughter of Ken Steinke and dancers from the Patrice School of am March. Cheri Steinke, she is active in choir, Dance and Vi Shafer School of the 1 3 Madison was one of 21 contestants tennis, Drama Club and National Dance. seeking the title at the contest Honor Society. themed "Chicago," after the popular After graduation, she plans to attend Broadway musical. Michigan State University to even- Asked what piece of advice she felt tually become a veterinarian. Small ads work has helped the most, she said, Contestant Jessica Farac received (you're reading one) "Always try to see the best in some- the award for selling the most 463-6397 one because you don't know what "Happy Ads"; Amber Timm WATERVLIET VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL...team members are: (back row, from the left) coach Joe they have been through until you received the award for selling the Spitale, D.J. Howley, Adam Wilkinson, Cory Quinn, Kevin Bryce, John McCarthy, Aaron Sill; (front row, have stepped in their shoes." from the left) Evans Costner, Tim Flagel, Dustin Blagg, Marco Montejano, and Alex Faultersack. First Runner-up honors went to (Lee Browndorf Photography) Lauren Kniebes, daughter of Robin and Chana Kniebes. The 18-year-old senior at Coloma All our best to the Watervliet Basketball Team; High School is the editor of the school yearbook. Student Council may you have a safe and exciting season. secretary, senior class vice presi- dent, and the 2008 football manager. She is also involved in the National You are always winners with us! Honor Society, Honor Club, Art Club, and Spanish Club. Lauren has received the English Waffle House r Vthlervliet ^ Achievement Award, Academic of Achievement Award, Perfect ttUo at) N. Main Slraal America Attendance Award, and honorable x 1! HARDWARE mention for photography. She (280) 82*1 DOWNTOWN received first place at the Arts and •"Z&i Monday - Slhrtty M-140 at I-94 Watervliet 343 N. Main St. Science Expo for Mixed Media and l&OOtB-V)0p.t 4634212 463-5461 was a semifinalist in an internation- al poetry contest. 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