FIRST-EVER www.tctimes.com Spring Home Local Zumba ONLINE & Garden triathlon Dance fitness COMMENTS Thinking of a pool? fever hits Paving stones or concrete? Race at your tri-county area own pace Best full-sun annuals? STORY: UNION 1B BLOCK PROPERTY ...and much more 1B FOR SALE, AGAIN They’re good people,‘‘ leave them SUNDAY EDITION alone.” — CR It’s their property, they‘‘ can do with it Tri-County what they want. This is VOL. 18 NO. XVII SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 2011 $1.00 still America.” — Jack HOT LINE: OUR TEACHERS: Everything you want to know Fenton 911 dispatch TEACHERS OK, my thought center to stay open on‘‘ everybody bashing teachers is this. Treat  them as you would DDA will pay for new any other employee at any job. If you don’t dispatch equipment do the job right, you’re By Anna Troppens fired. I’m [email protected]; 810-433-6792 tired of Fenton — The Fenton Downtown Develop- all the ment Authority (DDA) is reaching out to save unedu- the city’s emergency dispatch center. DDA cated board members unanimously decided on an people eight-year, up to $40,000 annually, lease-to-pur- out there chase agreement for new dispatch equipment. that just The cost will total approximately $320,000. get pushed through 911 DISPATCH schools, because of See on 6A No Child Left Behind. I think teachers should be hired on a yearly basis.” — Lynn STORY: PATERNITY Dude, if you know‘‘ the mother is in Kentucky, get yourself down there and file TRI-COUNTY TIMES | FILE PHOTO for visita- Due to a lack of funding for new equipment, tion. Dr. Fenton’s emergency dispatch center was in Laura would danger of closing. say it’s your duty to go to the child, and not take her away from her ‘other’ Marathon man family.” — Robert Fenton man places 687th HOT LINE out of 26,000 in Boston By Sally Rummel See TEACHERS on ??A OF THE WEEK [email protected]; 810-629-8282 TEACHERS Jayson Doggett almost Continued from Front Page TEACHERS, didn’t register to run in “PEOPLE ARE Monday’s prestigious Bos- not bashing you or ton Marathon, even though the job you do. The he had qualifiedfor the race point is, Michigan at the Chicago Marathon companies have last October. “My wife and cut benefits and in TRI-COUNTY TIMES | TIM JAGIELO I were expecting our second comparison, yours Tiffany Grove, a sixth-grade science teacher at AGS Middle School Ellen Street Campus child in late December, and are still very rich. All in Fenton, uses real-world examples to help the students understand concepts such as I just didn’t think I’d be JAYSON professionals have convection and radiation. See MARATHON on 8A DOGGETT to pay for their college education and continued training. I What they’re paid, hours they work, would have been a Five vie for two seats teacher but there tenure, education, benefits and more were no jobs. Why? on Fenton school board By Anna Troppens in the Fenton school district. Because there were Approximately By Anna Troppens so many applicants [email protected] Fenton Area Public Schools These days, it’s a tough [email protected]; 810-433-6792 due to the rewarding 86 percent of has 198 individuals in the world out there if you’re a ‘‘ teacher group with a total pro- Five candidates are running for two, four- aspects from teaching our entire teacher. Tax money supports year seats on the Fenton Area Public Schools as well as the jected payroll of $12,287,737, the local schools, and many school district creating an average salary of Board of Education. The two winners of the benefits and working taxpayers want to know more $62,059, according to Doug May 3 election will replace David Walker conditions. budget goes about what they are paying Busch, executive director of and Roger Ellis, who are not running for re- ’’ for. This is an in-depth look to personnel. Personnel & Finance. There election. Walker is the current board president, at the pay and benefits of Dr. Timothy Jalkanen are 11 steps on the salary scale, a position the board votes on. teachers and administrators Fenton schools superintendent’’ See TEACHERS on 10A See FENTON SCHOOL on 12A 2A Sunday, April 24, 2011 TRI-COUNTY TIMES www.tctimes.com

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By Tim Jagielo [email protected]; 810-433-6795 Spring is here, and so is grilling season. If buying a new gas grill is an unfamiliar experience, some grillTips local experts are here to provide some guidance. • Buy a grill based on the The first thing to consider in number of people you will buying a gas grill is how much frequently cook for. Make up your mind you will actually use it, said Jeff • Name brands offer more 1 Stone, of Sears Hometown Store in replacement parts and Just can’t make up your mind? Fenton. Many people look at how accessories. Stand up and let your head and • You get what you pay for. shoulders roll slowly toward the many burners a grill has, or how floor. With eyes open and arms many square inches the cooking • The grill should have several hanging freely, hold the position. surface is, or even how many burg- deflecting bars to ensure meat is for one minute as you breathe ers it can cook at once, he said. cooked evenly. deeply. Hanging upside down liter- • Stainless steel burners rust ally gives you a “new world view” An older couple who only less. that’s like a breath of fresh air for cooks for themselves might be the brain. You’ll see your situation TRI-COUNTY TIMES | TIM JAGIELO in a different light and know what happy with a smaller, three-burn- (Above) Gas grills come with a variety of features and to do in a snap. Gas grills er grill. A family that regularly prices. Your grill should be able to accommodate Gas grills are very popular, and entertains should plan to buy a the larger number work by heating the meat from larger one. Boost productivity of people you will below via propane or natural gas. “You really need to buy based 2 cook for. (Below) The When the hood is closed, the grill on the number of people you’ll be acts like an oven, heating the food For a no-fail way to combat slug- ignition switch safely cooking for,” said Kevin McKay, from all sides. The grilled flavor gishness and boost productivity lights the propane or during the inevitable afternoon of McKay’s Hardware in Holly. comes from the juices dripping off energy dip, use the last 15 min- McKay recommends stainless- natural gas. Some the meat onto lava rocks or flavor utes of your lunch break to catch up with a coworker or a pal over steel burners because they rust less. igniters are on top of bars below, and are carried back the phone. Research shows that See GRILL on 9A the grill. up through the smoke. engaging in nonwork-related, lighthearted gossip relieves ten- sion and bolsters morale, leaving you able and inspired to perform at your peak until the day’s end. Fenton Ambassadors win big in Nashville TRI-COUNTY TIMES Finale Show set for May 6-7 lected an armful of awards at a high school music contest The Tri-County Times is published semi- By Anna Troppens weekly by Rockman Communications, 256 [email protected]; 810-433-6792 sponsored by Heritage Festivals. N. Fenway Drive, Fenton, Michigan 48430. Fenton — It’s a Tuesday They won gold awards for their Serving the communities of: Fenton, Linden, afternoon, and the Fenton High show choir medley and vocal Lake Fenton, Holly, Hartland, Byron, Gaines, School Ambassa- jazz, along with all Davisburg, Swartz Creek and Grand Blanc “Since I’ve been townships of: Fenton, Holly, Rose, Tyrone and dors are gathered three of the compe- Argentine. Subscription Rate: 32.00 per year on the risers in their here, we’ve never tition’s vocal soloist contact information classroom, practic- done this well on awards — and other General Office...... 810-629-8282 ing a lively song scores or brought honors (see sidebar Advertising ...... 810-629-8281 with teacher Brad on page 14A). Classifieds...... 810-629-8194 home so many Circulation...... 810-433-6797 Wright. There’s no Senior Mac- Hot Line...... 810-629-9221 business like show awards.” Kenzie McCor- Fax...... 810-629-9227 business, and the Brad Wright mick, who has per- E-mail: [email protected] enthusiastic group director, Fenton High formed with the Am- Website: www.tctimes.com School Ambassadors Hours: is excited to be to- bassadors for four TRI-COUNTY TIMES | ANNA TROPPENS Mon-Thurs: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. gether and working in class. years, said their vocal jazz set at Fenton High School Ambassadors has 23 members, who re- Friday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. cently won many awards in Nashville, Tenn. at a competition Closed Saturday & Sunday On their trip to Nashville, the competition was probably the Tenn. two weeks ago, they col- See AMBASSADORS on 14A sponsored by Heritage Festivals.

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I don’t believe for a minute that the people tary, Tim Geithner, says it is not big deal. Linden would be treated like children want anything more than an honest gov- This is the same guy that couldn’t do in Bloomfield Hills, and vice versa. ernment that protects and watches out for his own income tax using the Turbo Tax nnn Hotlines the good of this nation. Let’s not fight with program. The last time our AAA rating was BANKS, LISTEN UP. There is a Submit at: www.tctimes.com each other, we all lose then. threatened was Dec. 7, 1941. I wonder bank-owned house on our street and or call 810-629-9221 nnn what happened then? some company has come out twice, All submissions, if approved for publication, must be 75 words or less and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Tri-County THIS IS TO the person who stole a car nnn in the past two weeks, to cut and trim Times. We reserve the right to edit for clarity, length and liability. seat out of my car in the Loon Lake MICHIGAN SCHOOLS COULD save a the lawn. There is no lawn to cut and area. That was my grandson’s. I would ap- lot of money by eliminating administrators trim. Nice that they’re paying for gas THE GUEST VIEWPOINT by Sue preciate you returning it. Thank you. that earn more than $100,000 a year. The and two people’s wages to do nothing. Walsh was wonderful. You can tell her nnn administration and school funding could be What is wrong with the world? heart is in her job. You could tell she THE STANDARD & POORS has threat- consolidated across the state. This would nnn cares about her job. They are caring, ened to lower our debt rating in the United ensure equal education across the state to I WAS A passenger in a vehicle pulled they put a personal touch in everything States from AAA and our financial secre- all districts. Children in Fenton, Holly, and over by the Holly Police Department. As they do and I would like to congratu- a retired police officer, I have to say late them. the officer used perfect tactics and was nnn courteous. There was a valid reason to THIS IS TO the Fenton planning cro- GREAT FOOD, GREAT DEALS! stop us. Another car showed up, but left nies. Here’s the plan. I plan on growing shortly after the ID was collected. He 12 marijuana plants in my house and I RIB DINNER didn’t know I was a retired police officer. plan to sue the crap out of each one of FAMILY GET TOGETHER Keep up the good work, Holly PD. you who wants to come into my home SPECIALS for TWO nnn to enforce an ordinance that super- Feeds minimum of five $ CAN SOMEBODY PLEASE explain sedes state law. includes medium Greek Salad 21.95 to me why I still see people smoking and 1 dozen breadsticks One time only special! Dine in or carry out. Expires 4/30/11 in city vehicles? I thought that was nnn $ IN CASE YOU haven’t figured it out • Baked Mostaccioli..... 25.95 against city policy. yet, here it is. All the community • Baked Lasagna...... $27.95 TWO 12” PIZZAS nnn leaders sit in the back room trying to $ with 2 toppings SERIOUSLY, THIS WAS reported get money any way they can without • 16” Pizza...... 18.95 on a local TV newscast. Anyone care (Toppings $1.25 ea.) $ getting hung, water, sewers, taxes Not valid with any other coupon, one coupon per customer visit. to point out the lie? ‘The project will Dine in or carry out. Must present coupon. Expires 4/30/11 11.95 cost $300,000, but will not cost the etc. People are leaving. They don’t Extra toppings $1.00. Carry out only. Expires 4/30/11 have any money. taxpayers. It is paid for by a federal grant.’ Just once, truthful, accurate nnn $ THE REASON I didn’t think of becoming 2.00 OFF FREE BREAD reporting, please. a teacher was because all of my teach- with $5.00 Minimum Purchase nnn ANY DINNER SOME SAY WE must increase the ers whined about not getting paid very Not valid with any other coupon, one coupon per customer visit. Not valid with any other coupon, one coupon per customer visit. much. If I would have done my research Dine in or carry out. Must present coupon. Expires 4/30/11 carry-out only. Must present coupon. Expires 4/30/11 debt limit. I say we cannot afford to and saw what a gravy train it was, then raise it. Currently, we need to borrow maybe I would have chosen that route money to pay our bills, including inter- instead of mechanical engineering. est on money we already borrowed. That’s insane. If everyone doesn’t nnn At Fenton House, your 2nd pizza is always $4.oo with the purchase of a regular priced pizza! Carry out only. make sacrifices now, later we’ll be WHEN WILL AMERICANS wake Pizza • Pasta • Nachos • Salads • Ribs • Chicken OPEN CATERING doomed. up? Both parties have done a great HOUSE MON-WED 11:30am-9:00pm • THURS-SAT 11:30am-10:00pm • Sun. 12-9pm job dividing the people of this country. SPECIALS 413 S. LEROY, FENTON • 629-0661 See HOT LINE throughout Times

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“Family, we do an “Family, friends, getting “Easter means getting “Salvation, church and “Easter means spending “It’s time for remember- Easter egg hunt and we together, having a great with family, enjoying family.” time with my family and ing.” paint eggs.” dinner, having an Easter each other’s company.” getting a whole bunch of egg hunt. My grandkids candy.” — Amy White dressing up.” — Zach Chopp-Adams — Ryan Croney — Carli Messler — Phillip Jenkins Byron — Linda Phillips, Fenton Tyrone Twp. Fenton Fenton Linden www.tctimes.com TRI-COUNTY TIMES Sunday, April 24, 2011 5A DDA may pay for community center updates uEstimate for improvements, the building, with an elevator and en- trance corridor. A big issue is handicap- repairs is $1.3-$1.5 million accessibility. In addition, the FCCC By Anna Troppens needs fire suppression, electrical and [email protected]; 810-433-6792 mechanical upgrades. Fenton — The Fenton Community Structurally, the building — de- & Cultural Center (FCCC) is in need of signed by famed Finnish-American restoration and the Downtown Develop- architect Eliel Saarinen and his son ment Authority (DDA) may Eero Saarinen — is sound, pay for it. “If we do nothing Burns said. The roof was A March 30 preliminary fixed after the 2007 tor- report from John Dziurman with it, the building nado, but there are still Architects Ltd. shows areas will deteriorate; drainage issues because where improvements could something needs to of storm damage. be made. With many of the be done with it.” Other portions of the suggested improvements Michael Burns project will include restor- cut, the cost will probably Fenton DDA director, ing the steps, improving be $1.3 million to $1.5 assistant city manager acoustics inside the build- million, according Michael ing and restoring some Burns, assistant city manager/DDA direc- things inside, he said. There are many tor. “There are lots of things we don’t feel items to address. are necessary,” he said. Fenton City Council will discuss it The DDA is the most likely source of during its all-day budget worksession, funding. There is $300,000 in its budget beginning at 9 a.m. at the Fenton Fire in the current and next fiscalyear, Burns Department on Saturday, April 30. Industries of Mid-Michigan, Inc. said. Options include a construction loan, “We’d love to start doing some work which would allow all of the work to take this year,” Burns said. “We’d like to be place at once. Fenton would pay off the moving along on this soon.” loan over time. A committee, including two Summary Fiberglass VOTED GENESEE COUNTY’S The Fenton DDA members, Community & two city coun- Cultural Center, cilors and two built in 1938, needs members of the restoration. The community cen- Fenton Downtown ter’s board of # Development governors, has Authority (DDA) been meeting. is the most likely The FCCC is a source of funding. unique building, because the city owns the property, the board of governors 1 operates it and the DDA will probably pay for the project, Burns said. BE OUR GUEST AND The committee would like to extend Day Spa FIND OUT WHY! to April’s Specializing In Perfect Hair Artistry • Skin Care • Massage Therapy Checkup • Airbrush Tanning • Nail Care Winner • Custom Parties

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As alternatives to getting new dispatch ment Finance Authority (LDFA) will People who switched to Allstate equipment, city administrators investi- increase from paying 25 percent of saved money and got more gated obtaining 911-dispatch service from Burns’ compensation, to paying 50 protection. Dollar for dollar, nobody Genesee County Central or the village of percent. This will provide the DDA protects you like Allstate. So don’t Holly. There was no cost savings for Fen- with $20,000 for the dispatch equip- ton if it went with Genesee County, Burns ment. In addition, there is a Fenton wait! Call us today. said. The approximately $150,000 the city Gazebo improvement project, previ- receives for 911 funding, from people’s Diana Johnson ously budgeted at $100,000, Burns phone bill fees, would go to the county. said. This was based on estimates [email protected] Fire Chief Robert Cairnduff said, if from the previous engineering firm. Fenton switches to Genesee County for The new engineering firm’s estimates dispatch service, the city would also are much less expensive, and this change to a new rule the county has for will provide the DDA with the other Jill Wagner ambulances. The new protocol states $20,000. With these budget amend- [email protected] ambulance services must be housed in a ments, the DDA can cover the building. Fenton (and Linden) contract dispatch equipment expense with with STAT EMS, which stations ambu- money it already has, he said. lances in a couple of spots around Fenton. Automatic Vehicle Loca- Johnson Agency tors on the ambulances reg- “I think it was the picking” 911 calls in Fenton ister on a computer system (810) 714-6067 right decision. if the city goes to Genesee 1442 Torrey Rd. in Fenton’s dispatch center, County for dispatch service, Fenton so the dispatcher can send Quite honestly, the Cairnduff said. With numer- the closest ambulance. quality of life in the ous senior care facilities and Response times are five a dialysis center in the city, Family operated minutes for priority calls, community wouldn’t other ambulance companies for 30 years. like someone having chest be the same.” might begin parking near pain or trouble breathing, Michael Burns these areas. Coverage and savings based on policy features selected and are subject he said. Officials want to Fenton DDA director/ Holly Village has an to terms, conditions and availability. Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company, Allstate Insurance Company: Northbrook, IL. © keep STAT EMS as an am- assistant city manager excellent dispatch system, 2010 Allstate Insurance Company bulance provider, but other Mayor Sue Osborn said. ambulance companies could start “cherry “Our radios are not compatible with theirs.” Another reason Fenton dispatch is im- portant is, dispatchers watch the city’s ASK THE lock-up via an electronic monitor and pe- riodically check on prisoners. Police Chief MECHANIC Rick Aro said it deters crimes like shop- Chris Wilkinson, Certified Mechanic lifting and is a benefit to the city’s retail- ers. Shoplifters, like other misdemeanor When I go over a hump in the road and nonviolent criminals, can’t be placed Q: or around certain curves my car in the Genesee County Jail. But, they are feels very bouncy and unstable, I only have 76,000 miles on my car, do you locked up overnight in Fenton. think it is time for struts that soon or could Fenton resident Scott Grossmeyer it be something else that is wrong. thanked the DDA for funding the dispatch equipment. “I don’t believe the majority A: This could be struts, the strut of the public understands how many prob- Pre-Season Sale manufactures recommend lems you make go away.” replacement at 50,000 miles but I believe it Markland agreed. The DDA makes his depends more on the road conditions you job easier, although it’s not easy with the normally drive on and your driving habits. city’s current budget situation. 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TRI-COUNTY TIMES | SUBMITTED PHOTO The 17-year-old driver of this Mer- No Chemical Regeneration HIGH WINDS SNAP POLE At approximately 9 a.m. on Saturday, cedes was listed at-fault on the April 16, the top of a utility pole snapped accident report after she rear-ended off due to strong winds, causing a power a vehicle on southbound Fenton Try before you buy outage to several Consumers Energy Road, in Fenton Township last Sat- Rent for 90 days. customers in the area of Jean Street and urday. The 59-year-old driver of the $ 00 White Lake Road in Tyrone Township. PER MO. Judge the results, then buy Fenton Fire Chief Robert Cairnduff said struck vehicle was waiting to make 5 with no interest charges.* the fire department stayed on site until a left turn into his driveway. He had *OAC- 0% interest for 12 months, 2% minimum payment Consumers Energy arrived to erect a a 10-year-old child passenger. Det. new utility pole and restore service. Sgt. 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MARATHON Medical marijuana law Continued from Front Page About the Boston Marathon The Boston Marathon is the oldest dispensaries, and an ordinance is in the able to devote the time and energy into  annual city marathon in the world, Holly Area Community training,” said Doggett, 32, of Fenton. works in Holly Township. run for the first time in 1897. Eigh- Not only did he finally take Mi- Coalition seeks to inform The medical marijuana law is only teen runners entered in the race. on controversial topic three years old, and HACC organizers chelle’s advice to register and train The largest field of runners so believe there are many misconceptions for the race after 4-month-old Aiden’s far was in 1996, when more than By Tim Jagielo on how the laws apply.“There’s a lot of birth, but he also came in at 687th 35,000 people finishedthe 100th [email protected]; 810-433-6795 talk within our community about ordi- place out of a fieldof 26,895 runners. Boston Marathon. Ranked as one of Holly — At the regular quarterly nances regarding medical marijuana and His time was 2 hours, 52 minutes and the most prestigious running events public meeting there’s also a lot 50 seconds. “I’d in the world, the Boston Marathon of the Holly Area “There’s a lot of talk within our of confusion,” said Summary estimate I was has achieved this status through its Community Coali- Mary Ann Vergith, Fenton about 500th or so long history, its challenging course tion (HACC) on community about ordinances project director for resident Jayson in my age group,” and the fact that participants have Monday, Oakland regarding medical marijuana and the HACC. Doggett just he said. to pre-qualify from another quali- returned home Doggett came fying race to register. The Boston County prosecut- there’s also a lot of confusion.” The goal of the Wednesday, ing attorney Jessica Mary Ann Vergith presentation was to after running the into the race with Marathon is one of five members of Cooper was invited Project Director for the HACC educate the com- Boston Marathon high expectations, the World Marathon Majors, consist- to make a presen- munity, she said. on Monday. setting a goal of 2 ing of marathons in Berlin, Chicago, tation on medical marijuana, and also Cooper made a no-frills presentation on hours and 45 min- London and New York. answer questions. the medical marijuana law in Michigan, utes for the run. The village of Holly recently passed and she fielded questions from the 25 or He was pleased to have come close to high school,” said Doggett, who wishes its own ordinance on medical marijuana so in attendance. his goal, especially with taking an un- he had never stopped running. “I put on “I was very pleased with the presenta- expected “break” between mile 7 and some weight during those years when tion that she gave,” said Vergith. “She was 8. “I didn’t feel it was detrimental to I wasn’t running and my job was less CONGRATULATIONS! very straightforward.” my race to make that 15- to 20-second physically demanding. Now I love Vergith is concerned that the youth of stop,” he admitted. “It made the rest racing, but not so much the day-to-day of the race much more comfortable.” training. Running with no purpose just Danielle F. Foley received her the community think that marijuana is no Bachelors Degree in Education during longer illegal for them to use. “They don’t While the Chicago Marathon had isn’t my thing.” the April 16th 2011 Commencement think it’s bad, they think it’s medicine,” trained him in discipline for the dis- Twice, while training for the Boston Ceremony at Eastern Michigan she said. “It’s not medication, or a regu- tance of the Boston Marathon, it hadn’t Marathon, Doggett logged 70 miles a University. lated substance, and there are problems prepared him for the winding roads week, but usually averaged 60 to 65 Danielle is and the challenges of the course, itself. miles. “What really gave me the edge a 2003 inherent with that.” graduate Vergith is worried that medical mari- “The Chicago Marathon is known for Boston was upping my mileage of South- juana dispensaries could be a front for for its flat course,” said Doggett, those couple of times,” he said. “Just ern Lakes/ illegal growing and selling activities. “while the Boston Marathon is a increasing my volume of running Career- “Unfortunately, there are people out there mostly downhill course until you get to hours made a difference.” He admit- Technical miles 16 through 22, there are a series ted that this past winter made training Academy. abusing the system,” she said. “It’s not fair to people who really need it.” of four hills known as outdoors a challenge, Cooper also discussed medical mari- the Newton Hills that “What really gave me and sometimes he had juana dispensaries, and how they are not you’ve got to climb. the edge for Boston was no choice but to hit the provided for in the law. The fourth hill is upping my mileage those treadmill instead of known as Heartbreak the trail. Hill for a reason.” couple of times. Just While running the The Boston Mara- increasing my volume of Boston Marathon FENTON AREA PUBLIC SCHOOLS PARTICIPATES thon is different from running hours made a didn’t fall short of IN THE STATE’S SCHOOLS OF CHOICE PROGRAM. many other races in difference.” any of Doggett’s ex- that it’s from “point Jayson Doggett pectations, he’s not to point,” rather than marathon runner sure if he’ll run it again Fenton Area Public Schools is the first school district a circular-type route, or not — a change in according to Doggett. “They ship you priorities with two young children at in Michigan to receive the International Baccalaureate out by bus for 26.2 miles to rural Hop- home. “It’s not cheap to run the Boston World School Authorization district wide! kinton, then you start there and run into Marathon,” he said. “From the $150 the city,” he said. The hardest part of registration fee to airfare, three nights the race for Doggett actually came at in a hotel, it’s an expensive hobby,” he the beginning, just trying to manage his said with a smile. way through the congestion of almost One thing is for sure, though. For the 2011-2012 school year the Fenton Area Public Schools 27,000 people on narrow roads during Doggett plans to keep running, in- will accept non-resident students at all grade levels through the the first three miles of the race. cluding the Bay Shore half-marathon state’s school of choice program. A release from the student’s Doggett has only been running for in Traverse City in five weeks, plus the past four years, after a 10-year the Crim Festival of Races in Flint in resident district is not required. There are no tuition fees to hiatus from a high school sprinting August. “I plan to do a lot of 5Ks and enroll in Fenton Area Public Schools; however, transportation career. “I never ran long distances in 10Ks locally.” to and from school is the responsibility of the student’s family. Applications for the fall semester, 2011 will be accepted through September 9, 2011. Advanced Auto, Boat & RV Service Services Available in Auto, Boat & RV… • Detailing • Transport • Brokerage Spring Car Detail Special Applications available by contacting Boat Detailing $ starting at 89.00 the Fenton Area Public Schools at $ .00 (Trucks, Vans & RVs priced slightly higher) 99 Offer good thru April 30, 2011

810-591-4708 or on the district’s Pick-Up & Serving the 810-444-0749 Drop-Off Service website www.fenton.k12.mi.us. Tri-County Area FENTON, MI Available www.tctimes.com TRI-COUNTY TIMES Sunday, April 24, 2011 9A GRILL Continued from Page 3A You get what you pay for in a grill, said FREE COIN APPRAISALS McKay. If you cook out occasionally, that large, expensive grill might not be worth We pay 5 to 27 times the face value or more the money. for your U.S. Silver Coins. Don’t take less! A cheaper grill will have thinner hous- ing, and less replacement parts available. A Professional Coin Expert Specializing in Name brands will have accessories like Coins & Currency will be available to you! fitted covers, and more replacement parts. A very impor- BUY OR SELL Summary tant part of the GOLD • SILVER • COPPER When buying a grill is the igniter, TRI-COUNTY TIMES | TIM JAGIELO gas grill, think about according to Ileen (Above) The searing burner will seal in frequency of use, and Holsinger, a man- the meat’s juices before grilling. (Below) for how many people ger at Ace Vil- Phone: Buying a grill with a temperature gage you will be cooking. lage Hardware in 810-208-7480 makes grilling easier. Linden. It safely ignites the propane or natural gas to Next to Fenton 1122 N. Leroy St. cook the food. She recommends buying Home Furnishings Suite A a grill with the igniter on top of the table next to the dials, instead of on the front of the grill. The igniter that she prefers would be pushed down, instead of DIRT. DUST. TRACKING. in. “They seem “You really need to hold up lon- to buy based on ger,” said Hols- the number of Get Rid Of inger, who sees people you’ll be customers come cooking for.” It NOW! Best in-store value into her store for Kevin McKay (Prices are approximate) replacement ig- McKay’s Hardware, Holly Sears Hometown Store of Fenton niters. Blacktop Driveways Kenmore four-burner gas grill, with Holsinger also one-side burner, and a five-yearwarranty. recommends buying a grill with several V- Commercial • Residential shaped flavor bars, which will deflect the heat Cost: $200 10’x70’ evenly into the meat. Otherwise, the meat in McKay’s Hardware of Holly the front and back will cook more thoroughly pre-season special 26000 BTU Charbroil grill, with than the center. 280 square inches of cooking space. Another feature to consider is a side Cost: $119 burner, which can be used to heat vegetables $ Ace Village Hardware of Linden or cans of beans. Newer models can even Webber Spirit propane grill, steam vegetables. Some grills feature a SERVING THE FREE with three burners searing stone that cooks in the juices before 1399 AREA FOR OVER ESTIMATES Price: $399 the regular grilling, said Stone. Call Robert at 25 YEARS 750-9760 ASPHALT nnn D.O.W. HOT LINE CONTINUED GENESEE COUNTY ROAD Commis- or 800-297-0688 FLINT PAVING I REMEMBER A few years ago when sion is trying to sneak in a fence around most people complained that Bush and 40 acres of our taxpayers’ land, to protect Cheney were friends and partners with big their equipment. Why not just put it around oil. Gas was $3 per gallon. Where are the their building, garages, trucks, etc.? That complainers now? I wish we had a presi- would be more cost effective. If you care We Need HOMES! dent now that was a friend and partner about them wasting $50,000 of our money, with any industry to make the prices go call (810) 767-4920 and ask for John Daly. Hi, I’m Jake Hi, I’m Sycamore down on anything, gas, utilities, clothes, Think about the wild life, trees and all food, etc. other things that are going to be ruined. Jake is a Sycamore gorgeous, nnn nnn craves attention MY BROTHER AND I have started a Group THE STATE NEEDS money. It’s time to fun-loving, and enjoys her Page on Facebook, called, ‘Waging war raise the tax on beer. Fifteen cents on ev- young guy. snuggles. on heroin.’ This is just the start. We need to ery 12 ounces would go a long way toward have more awareness on this drug. This is a debt reduction. That’s 90 cents on every place where people can share their story of six-pack, 15 cents on every 12-ounce losing someone or just get helpful informa- glass. Do the math. The state has shown tion on this drug. Please spread the word. no mercy to the smoker. Let’s do the same Help keep this drug out of the community, for the alcohol user. 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It’s just master’s degree plus 40 credit hours). spread out differently, said Fenton Su- Fenton Education Association Presi- perintendent Dr. Timothy Jalkanen. dent Lynn Thompson said, for the level In addition, the state requires that of education teachers have, their salaries teachers take continuing education af- are not comparable to other professions. ter receiving their teaching certificates. Most Fenton teachers have a master’s Within five years, they need to have ob- degree. Compared with other profes- tained a certain number of credit hours sionals with master’s degrees, teachers’ from an approved program, Busch said. pay doesn’t stack up. “We’re below that Teachers pay for their own continuing level,” she said. education. And Thompson said it isn’t cheap. For Fenton teachers, they can only take graduate-level classes. “That really adds to the expense.” In addition, most Fen- ton teachers take their graduate classes during the summer, since it’s too diffi- cult to do so during the busy school year. The school district can’t employ a teacher if he or she doesn’t meet the re- TRI-COUNTY TIMES | TIM JAGIELO quirement and has an expired teaching Andrew G. Schmidt Middle School Ellen Street Campus sixth-grade math teacher certificate as a result, said Jalkanen. Rebecca Kelly helps students with an exercise on Wednesday. For length of service, 104 teachers Mother’s Day Weekend received longevity payments. The total longevity payment cost last year was single. The teachers do not contribute for payroll of $1,337,904, creating an aver- $92,250, Busch said. insurance premiums. age salary of $83,619. Depending on their TRUNK SHOW Benefits Regarding benefit levels and co-pays, building assignment, there are 230-260 ad- May 6 & 7 • 9am–5pm The district’s total projected teacher Fenton schools’ teachers pay $5 per of- ministrative workdays, Busch said. health care cost is $3,124,040, Busch fice visit, $25 for an emergency room visit Tenure Moms Get Flowers • Special Sales Door Prizes/ Food/ Giveaways said. Fenton teachers have MESSA (waived if admitted or for accidental inju- Teachers working in the state of Mich- Choices II PAK for health insurance. ry), and $10 per urgent care visit (waived if igan are granted tenure after teaching for True Craftsmanship for 63 Years The PAK program means that the dis- a medical emergency or accidental injury). four years if they have satisfactory an- trict purchases health, life, vision, long- There is no deductible for them if they nual evaluations, Busch said, per the Sawyer term disability and dental “packed” to- use a doctor who is part of their network. Tenure Law. gether from the same carrier, which is Prescription co-pays are $10 for generic If a teacher establishes tenure at one Jewelers ™ “Sometimes it’s okay to throw rocks at girls” MESSA, he said. The cost per year for and $20 for name brand. Life insurance school district, leaves and then hires with 810-629-7936 | www.sawyerjewelers.com these insurances is $18,684 for family, provides a $40,000 benefit. Long-term another school district, they can establish 101 N. Adelaide, Fenton | Mon-Fri 9-6; Sat 9-4 $16,968 for a couple and $8,424 for a disability benefits are available for all tenure at the new district after two years. teachers under 65 who work at least 30 If a school district decides it does not want hours weekly. Vision and dental benefits tenure granted to a teacher, a process must are available for teachers and their de- be followed. Once a teacher establishes pendents. tenure, school districts must follow anoth- GREAT DEALS WITH Chiropractic/massage er process to dissolve that tenure. Chiropractic services are covered, Teachers who have not reached tenure for up to 38 office visits including mo- do not have access to the appeals process GREAT FUEL ECONOMY dalities. On the issue of teachers having offered through the Michigan Tenure massages as a health benefit, Thompson Commission, Busch said. said they must be under the care of a Maintain teaching certificate 2011 CHRYSLER 200 31 physician. Their doctor can refer them to Teachers in Michigan must maintain $ MPG a chiropractor, who determines whether their teaching certificate by taking two 199/month massage would help an orthopedic prob- classes every five years. Classes are MSRP $22,295 lem. If it would, teachers can get a mas- generally worth three credits costing the sage, but it is by prescription. teacher approximately $1,200, accord- “It’s not that we go to spa treatments ing to Wayne Wright, superintendent of and have that covered,” she said. “It is all Lake Fenton schools. through a prescription by a doctor and/or “Approximately 86 percent of our a chiropractor.” entire school district budget goes to per- What are they paid? sonnel,” said Jalkanen. • Lowest-paid administrator: $44,523 This is the first of a two-part series. For information • Highest-paid administrator: $125,000 on Lake Fenton, Linden and Holly schools, see the 25 2011 CHRYSLER There are 16 administrators with a total Sunday, May 1 edition of the Tri-County Times. MPG TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING Frost Laws are over $249/month Full Loads ST#44305 Available FRESH MULCH IS HERE– Get a Jump Start on Spring! 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The elor’s degree, Ferris 8. They attend Fenton High School proposal is for Genesee County resi- State University and State Road Elementary School. on $100,000 home dents, not including the city of Flint, Family: Wife Sherri; “I am a parent, first of all. One of the By Anna Troppens which is served by the Flint Public daughter, Logan most important things a parent can give [email protected]; 810-433-6792 Library. For a $100,000 home, the (sixth grade) and their child is a well-rounded education. Genesee County voters will decide cost would be $25 per year. daughter, Erin I have two children in this school district a large chunk of the district library (Source: Genesee District Library) (fourth grade) but I care about all of the kids in Fenton. system’s future budget, with a May 3 Employment: General Motors Customer I want to make sure, that during these millage proposal. The .25-mill would What happens if voters Care & Aftersales fiscally difficulttimes that we remember be for six years, beginning in 2012, and don’t pass the millage? “A few years ago I started to consider that the schools are here to serve the If voters do not approve the May raise an estimated $2.2 million per year, running for school board. I became involved students. for a Genesee District Library (GDL) 3 millage proposal, the Genesee in the IB Committee and worked to com- District Library (GDL) will have to “I would like to bring my 20-plus years budget of $8 million annually, Execu- municate its impact on both our children of corporate finance and accounting ex- decrease service hours, and possibly and community. I have recently become a tive Director Carolyn Nash has said. services, even more than it has, said perience to the board and attempt to bring Fenton City Council approved a reso- Executive Director Carolyn Nash. member of the Fenton Athletic Foundation. a business mindset to the school district lution in support of the millage, at its April Academics, arts and athletics all play an budget while keeping the highest level of 11 meeting. Mayor Sue Osborn said she important role in educating our children. I education for our students.” supports it 100 percent, and libraries are of state aid has dried up as well. Inter- have worked to educate myself in regards very important in communities. est income on money the GDL has in to school funding, what budgets pay what CHARLES F. COLOMBO Bev McKenna, speaking in sup- the bank has decreased by 90 percent. expenses, 20j/Hold Harmless districts and I Age: 33 port of the millage, said some Fenton This income was more than $400,000 look forward to learning much more. Education: Juris residents are confusing the millage annually, and now it will be less than “I feel strongly about supporting orga- doctor, University with Fenton’s discussion on getting a $15,000, she said. nizations like Fenton Area Public Schools of Detroit Mercy new library. The millage proposal, if The library has cut all areas of its Education Foundation (www.fapsef.org) School of Law, approved, would not go to that. Instead, budget, and renegotiated its contracts to and challenging the state of Michigan’s bachelor’s degree, it is for the GDL, which has 19 libraries save money. “We would like to maintain current school funding model.” Siena Heights in Genesee County, including the Jack services in each community,” Nash University R. Winegarden Library in Fenton. said. “We do need an increase in mills.” PHILLIP A. PRICE Family informa- tion: Married, two The GDL provides staff, books, com- With the current level of revenues, Age: 64 puters and other materials, all but the the GDL won’t be able to maintain even Education: Gradu- children Employment: Colombo Law, PLLC buildings and utilities. All of its employ- its current, reduced level of services. ate, Eastern Michi- Colombo has been a resident of the ees have a four-year salary and benefits It is one of the few times in the GDL’s gan University Family: Married to city of Fenton for 10 years and cur- freeze, even if the millage passes, McK- history that it’s asking for an increase. Judy; two children, rently owns and operates his own law enna said. The GDL’s budget has been Costs have increased over the last few Carrie and Christina practice. With two kids in the Fenton cut to “bare bones,” she added. years. More and more patrons are using Employment: Busi- school district, he has a vested interest The GDL, like many entities in Michi- the GDL’s e-book service, which they ness owner, recently retired in devoting time and talents to ensure gan, is receiving less tax funding due to can download at no fee onto a mobile “Massive state budget cuts are forcing the students and parents of Fenton con- economic conditions. It was receiving device or computer. E-book circulation school districts to reexamine their K-12 pro- tinue to receive an outstanding educa- more than $7 million in tax revenue, Nash increased by more than 900 percent in grams. Our Fenton schools have not been tional experience, he said. Colombo has said. This year, it’s $6 million. January, Nash said. spared in this and the outcome could affect extensive experience writing reports The GDL has lost more than 15 per- All library services are provided our community as well as our children’s and conducting research for complex cent of its taxable value, and officials with tax revenue, at no additional fee future. In the past, programs, extracurricular issues, financial analysis, contracts and expect more declines. And, 57 percent for patrons. activities, length of day, calendar, transpor- government statutes. tation, benefits, staffing and salary have He has demonstrated the ability to all been on the table. Each board had the work with diverse groups, and solve difficult task of sorting through the various LAST WEEK’S RESULTS problems under stressful conditions, he Web Poll items, making surgical cuts if necessary. said. “I will bring a unique perspective Do you think the Michigan Brewing “What I bring to the table at this critical and critical thinking that will help guide Should the Fenton Downtown Company will be granted a liquor time is experience. My background includes the board to make informed decisions,” license for the old fire hall? five years as a classroom teacher, 30-plus Colombo said. “If elected, I will seek Development Authority pay years as a business owner and 12 years as a YES — 61% fiscal solvency and accountability. I for the equipment needed to member of the Fenton Board of Education. NO — 8% will work to find alternatives to make the keep Fenton dispatch open? It is my belief that the insight I garnered YES, but I wish they wouldn’t — 14% district more efficientwithout sacrificing m YES m NO from each of these experiences will allow the educational experience.” NO, but I wish they would — 17% me to make an immediate contribution to the difficult task at hand.” JAMES SHAW No information available. what’s up for Try these weekly lunch specials at these fine restaurants! Made to Order lunch LUNCH AND BEYOND SPOTLIGHT Order PANNINI for the SANDWICHES Croque-Monsieur Office! 5 Soups Made Daily Sandwich Fresh Salads Jambon de Paris French ham and Check out our menu at: Swiss Gruyere cheese with a www.fourseasonsfreshmarket.net sour cream and Gruyere cheese $ $ $ LY OWNED & OPE CAL RAT 2 OFF 1 OFF 1 OFF LO ED sauce on challah bread, grilled. any wrap, salad any any 24 oz. 1110 N. Leroy St. or sandwich! Flatbread Smoothie 810-714-9002 Fenton 125 W. Shiawassee at Adelaide Fenton & Flint locations only. Not valid Fenton & Flint locations only. Not valid Fenton & Flint locations only. Not valid Fenton, Michigan 48430 with any other coupon, offer or with any other coupon, offer or with any other coupon, offer or Hours: promotion. Expires 4/30/11 promotion. Expires 4/30/11 promotion. Expires 4/30/11 M-F 7-7, 810-629-8852 Sat. 9-7, www.lunchandbeyond.com Sun 9-6 ebt cards accepted www.tctimes.com TRI-COUNTY TIMES Sunday, April 24, 2011 13A Four seek two seats on Lake Fenton Board of Education By Sharon Stone cause I previously served on the board, CHRISTOPHER LARRY [email protected]; 810-433-6786 from 2004-2008. I am a Level II Certi- FLETCHER GODLEWSKI Lake Fenton — There are four can- fiedBoard member of the Michigan As- Position seeking: Position seeking: didates seeking two four-year terms on sociation of School Boards (MASB). I Four-year term Four-year term. the Lake Fenton Board of Education. am very active legislatively and served Age: 38 Age: 40 The election is Tuesday, May 3. on the Government Relations Commit- Education: BSE in Education: Mas- Another person is seeking a partial tee for the MASB from 2005-2006. chemical engineer- ter’s degree from term made available after former mem- “As a trustee for the Lake Fenton ing from the Uni- the University of versity of Michigan Michigan, in ma- ber Stan Bragg resigned last fall. Bragg Board of Education, I plan to work to- was re-elected to a four-year term in Family: Married, four terials sciences and gether with the administration and my children engineering. May 2010. The board appointed David fellow board members to make appro- Employment: Director of engineering Family: Married, two children Foerster, a former school board mem- priate decisions regarding our programs, and technical service at IRMCO. Employment: Research engineer ber, to fill in for Bragg until the end of academics and curriculum during these “As a Lake Fenton school board can- at the Ford Research and Innovation this school year. Kristi Ocenasek, a for- tough economic times that will have the didate, I bring honesty, integrity, man- Center, in Dearborn mer school board member, is seeking to least direct effect on our students and agement and people skills, with a fer- “Because of my extensive back- serve the remainder of Bragg’s seat, cur- their education.” vent desire to maintain Lake Fenton’s ground in working with groups and be- rently filled by Foerster. high standards. ing active in the schools, I feel that I John Lamb, the current vice presi- CARRIE DERSHEM “My work and community experience have the knowledge and values to be an dent, and Tammy Harbin, a trustee, are Position seeking: are of great benefit in making sure that asset on the school board. not seeking reelection. Four-year term our school board is reaching out to, listen- “As a board member, I will promote Foerster, Christopher Fletcher, Larry Age: 47 ing and cooperating with the community, high expectations for students and en- Godlewski and Carrie Dershem are each Family: Married, while managing our district’s financial re- courage the district to provide them seeking a four-year spot on the board. five children sponsibilities with a decreasing budget. with a quality education that they need Education: Busi- “My expectations are to improve our in the future. Through my own train- KRISTI OCENASEK ness degree scholastic integrity for our children over ing and experience, I know I have the Position seeking: Employment: Self time with informed and efficient decisions. skills to drive continuous improvement Partial term employed for 23 years, account execu- One area of focus would be the state man- and commitment to our educational pro- Age: 50 tive for Online Auto, LLC dated curriculum and all of its requirement grams so that the students become suc- Education: “I have lived and worked in Fenton and demands, at the high school level.” cessful members of society.” Studied health for 23 years. My husband I started our care education business. I have two children that have DAVID FOERSTER at the University graduated and three more that will grad- Position seeking: of Michigan-Flint. uate from Lake Fenton. FENCE REPAIRS Four-year term VINYL • WOOD • CHAIN LINK Registered dental assistant with state “I feel I am an effective communi- Age: 41 of Michigan. Mott Community College cator, not only for parents, but for the Family: Four certificate in dental assisting. teachers and staff. I am very goal orient- children Family: Married, one child ed. I am willing to work hard on learn- Employment: Employment: University of Michigan, ing the policies that are set. I feel I am Owner of Pooh’s School of Dentistry, Ann Arbor a team player. I would work very well Playhouse daycare 810-735-7967 “I feel I am the best candidate be- with the current board members. “ in Linden.

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It is a four-year term. its employees and its students must deal All Houses The Hills of Tyrone Incumbent Rick Kursik has decided with. “As a resident of the school district, Carry a $ 10 Year Builder’s Complete in the Range against running for re-election. Write-in I would hope to help develop resolutions 200,000 candidates include Steven Losey, Marty Full Warranty $1400 to $1700 per month to the issues that would maintain the high Land Contract Available Rymarz and John Walsh. level of education for our students that Let someone with experience sit down and discuss possibilities and assumables Linden is known for, while not putting STEVEN LOSEY undue financialburdens on the taxpayers Greg Dean Real Estate Age: 45 of the community.” Call 810-629-1247 for more information Education: BS/MA Eastern Michigan JOHN WALSH GregSoldMine.com University Age: 60 Family: Married Education: As- 18 years, three sociate degree in children business Place of employ- Family: Married, ment: Redford Union Schools one daughter “I’ve been a teacher for 16 years. I’ve Place of employ- Fresh Fruit Smoothies taught at all levels, including adult ed. Choose ment: Retired from from your I’ve been in a union leadership position General Motors Proving Grounds 225 Silver Lake Rd., Fenton favorite fruits! for over half of those years. I’ve seen what “My primary goal as a Linden school • strawberry ‘works’ in public education and what board member will be to establish a • blueberry doesn’t. I have a solid understanding of priority process to utilize the anticipated • papaya mango education and labor law. My hope is that I revenue based on the needs of the district. Lunch Sandwiches • banana can be positive and proactive in growing • peaches The academic needs of the students, staff- Breakfast Sandwiches N. Leroy St. Linden’s student enrollment.” • pineapple W. Silver Lake Rd. ing levels and facility maintenance must Donuts ~ Muffins Add protein N be a part of that process. The amount of for a meal! Cookies W. Silver Lake Rd. MARTY RYMARZ money available from the state and other W. Robert St. Age: 44 funding sources is always a moving target W. Caroline St. Education: MBA but you simply cannot spend more money Gourmet Coffee Smoothies with specialization and More! than you have, and at the same time, you For CURBSIDE PICK UP, dial 810.714.3005 in global manage- Join our text club by texting the word ment have to maintain the schools’ integrity for AROMA to: 25827 to receive discounts & specials! Family: Engaged current and future generations. to Gidgett Barlow, “I have lived in Linden since 1957, five children, ages graduating in 1969. My wife, Deb, and I 13-21 raised two children who also graduated Place of employment: General Motors from Linden. We choose to live in this ON “I have a strong professional business community because we love it, and I CRUISE UNDER management and community involve- would like to be a member of the board to ment background. All fiveof my children help keep Linden schools as great in the Lobdell Lake bridge have been or are currently enrolled in future as it has been in the past.” on this specially made, MICHIGAN MADE AVALON PONTOON AMBASSADORS Where to see them with lots of room! Continued from Page 3A The Fenton High School Ambassadors’ best he’s heard them sing all year. “I thought last show of the school year, their Finale ONLY 1 IN STOCK that was a really proud and good moment. It Show, will be at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 6 Factory direct pricing! really just made me feel like a proud papa.” and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, at Fenton Call for details! After graduation, he plans to go into the High School. They are preparing a new music program at Cornerstone University performance, “The Late Medley.” It will in Grand Rapids. McCormick has really include a variety of music from Broadway, enjoyed learning and working with an mainstream pop, vocal jazz and Latin. In amazing group of individuals during his addition, soloists will be featured. time with the Ambassadors, he said. “There will be something for every- Another four-year senior in the Ambas- body,” Wright said. sadors is Ryan Maher. The Ambassadors Advance tickets are available from the sang 180 feet below ground, in a cave. “The high school main office, from Director acoustics were really good,” Maher said. Brad Wright, or from members of the They also performed onstage at the Ambassadors. It is $5 in advance or $7 at Grand Ole Opry and the Gen. Jackson the door on the night of the performance. 24’ Windjammer Showboat, Wright said. What they won with wine rack, changing room, Maher has enjoyed being in Ambas- Fenton Ambassadors won two gold sadors with his brother Devon and sister awards, in Show Choir and Vocal Jazz. double sun deck and more! Brittney. His siblings have both gradu- Because of the scores the Ambassadors ated, but Maher still received, they received two Adjudicator LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED enjoys singing sweet Summary Awards for scoring 95 or higher out of BOAT SLIPS AVAILABLE harmonies with them uFenton High 100 in choir and jazz. The Ambassadors that they learned in School Ambas- also won Outstanding Choir of the Ambassadors. sadors are finish- festival, for their performance and pro- Band Director ing their year on fessionalism. Andy Perkins, cho- a high note, with And there were three instrumental Sales • Parts • Service reographer Karen a collection of and three vocal soloist awards given at HOURS: 10-6 M-F • 10-4 Sat. Whitaker and sound awards from the the competition, with the Ambassadors 3506 Silver Lake Rd. • Fenton man Neil Wakeman Heritage Festival winning all three vocal soloist awards. (810)750-8443 www.lakeponemahmarina.com accompanied the they recently The winners from Fenton High School Ambassadors on performed at in are Ryan Maher, Meghan Placek and their trip. Nashville. Jannah Garback. SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 2011 PAGE 15A

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Personal Help Help Auto • 3- and Notices Wanted Wanted Accessories HUGE 4-bedroom 1 3 3 9 homes discoUnts available! HARTLAND CLASS of 1976- WOULD YOU like to learn 2004 BRUNO t u r n i n g on prEvioUsly bank ownEd HomEs! 35th class reunion. Saturday, needed the ropes in the newspaper automotive seat, tan leather. • Quiet, July 23, 2011, 6p.m.-midnight. RN industry? The Tri-County Times Bought new for $7,000, asking John’s Pizzeria (banquet For MDS Position is seeking an enthusiastic $2,000. Call 810-730-0621. Easy financinG country Experience preferred room), Fenton. Cash bar. $30 individual to serve as an settings! per person. Send checks by But will train right person. availablE! unpaid intern with the editorial 7/5/11 payable to: Hartland Apply in person @ Garage In Whitmore Lake, call Diane today (810) 231-4100 department. Must have Class of 1976, Carol (Bonk) Argentine Care Center, Inc. Sales In Hartland, call Nicole today (248) 887-1223 Maczik, 3280 W. Grand River transportation and be willing 13 9051 Silver Lake Rd. In Milford, call Bonnie today (248) 676-9755 to learn. Contact cdennison@ Ave., Howell, MI 48855. Linden, MI 48451 tctimes.com. OPENING FOR senior woman, Or call for an appointment beautiful private room with Phone (810) 735-9487 CNC MILLS/LATHES setup Linden Fax: (810) 735-9035 board and assistance. 810-397- person. Fanuc controls and EOE Registered Nurses are needed for 0549 or 810-735-5706. G&M codes knowledge. LINDEN - APRIL 28-30th, NOVENA TO St. Jude. May Programming ability, high 8-7p.m. High quality girls all shifts. Must have current valid MI the Sacred Heart of Jesus DIRECT CARE staff needed, school diploma. Two years clothes 12-adult small, toys, license with minimum one year be adored, glorified, loved Davisburg area. Must have machined products experience books, household. 4306 Lake and preserved throughout valid MI drivers license. Call required. O/T, Health, Farms Ct. experience in long term care facility. the world, now and forever. O 248-634-0734. Dental, Profit Sharing. Wage Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for L I N D E N - A N N U A L commensurate with ability. us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, H A I R S T Y L I S T - S O M E Subdivision sale. April 28- pray for us. St. Jude, helper of clientele preferred but not Apply in person, WMPC, 319 30th, 9-5p.m., Silver Meadows Apply in person at 202 S. Bridge Street, the hopeless, pray for us. Say necessary. Skill a must. 810- Cogshall, Holly. Subdivision, 7375 Jeffery Linden, MI 48451 - OR - send resume to this prayer 9 times a day, by 964-8582. Court. the 8th day you prayers will be HVAC SERVICE Tech/installer, answered. It has never been LINDEN - LAKEVIEW Farms [email protected] minimum five years experience. known to fail. Publication must sales, off Lobdell, half mile be promised. MD Call 248-634-9312. west of Linden Road, April 28-30th, 9-4p.m. Help The Tri-County Wanted 3 Times Daily Edition Swartz Creek Long Term/Skilled Nursing Care Facility FEATURING LOCKWOOD OF Fenton is SWARTZ CREEK - annual looking for an energetic and • Breaking News Duffield neighborhood sales. creative, temporary full-time April 28th-30th 9a.m., Miller Activity Director for the months Stories and Duffield Rds. Look for www.hollyrealestate.us Just minutes off of May-September. Experience • Classifieds yellow signs. I-75 / US-23 with working with the elderly a big plus. Please send resumes • Obituaries PRE-PAYMENT is required for all private party ads. Visa and Exit 118 in Flint to [email protected]. • Feature Stories Master Card accepted. For Career • Social News Classifieds call 810-629-8194. Opportunities LOOKING FOR - A F C www.tctimes.com compassionate dependable Real Estate Visit caregivers. Accepting For Sale applications for all shifts. Leave 15 Do You Need to SELL? mclarenregional.org a message at 810-938-7050. Employment Wanted Do You Need To BUY? BARKING BABES P e t MICHIGAN LANDSCAPE 4 SUPPLY yard attendant Residential or Commercial Boutique is looking for wanted, bobcat experience experienced seamstress. Call CARING GENTLEMAN Our Listings Go to 30 Different Syndications preferred, 30-40 hours/week, 810-714-1100. would like to make your seasonal. Call 810-629-5200. $106,500 - WELL maintained Free Personalized Searches days a bit easier. I will be 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in I ♥ Holly, MI! DENTAL ASSISTANT needed. your companion, administer PART-TIME SALES help Whisperwood Community. Warm, caring, experienced. your meds, drive you needed for retail swimmimg Fireplace, vaulted ceilings, Fax resume to Dr. Rachor, 810- to your appointments, do 1-866-413-9884 | www.hollyrealestate.us pool store. Please apply at loft with skylight, finished 629-5493. your shopping, light meals, Home Watersports, 1440 Torrey basement and attached garage. housekeeping and laundry. Rd., Fenton. View listing #22841649 at I have experience, local ForSaleByowner.com or call references, and am CPR PRE-OWNED C L E R I C A L P O S I T I O N 248-207-8125. starting at $175/week, straight certified. Round the clock hourly pay. Part-time to start, supervision, or just check AUTOMOTIVE then requiring full-time with in daily. Your needs are my additional pay. Call 810-208- concern. Call 810-735-5910, 0457, before noon. 810-265-6814, 810-513-1646. MARKET 60307A P1511A 2008 GMC ENVOY 2008 PONTIAC G6 Want to sell your car? $15995. LEATHER, $12350. LEATHER, POWER Call 810-629-8281 to POWER SUNROOF, 4WD, SUNROOF, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) positions reserve your space in the POWER OPTIONS! HEATED SEATS, Tri-County Times Hall Chrysler Jeep & POWER SEATING! available (all shifts- P/T-F/T-Contingent). Pre-Owned Dodge. 888-249-1361 Hall Chrysler Jeep & Must have certification from the State of FOR SALE BY OWNER - nice Automotive page. Dodge. 888-249-1361 Linden subdivision, 1,720 sq. Michigan as a nurse aide and worked with ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bath, built the elderly in long term care environment. 1998, one owner, like new. Reduced to $144,900. Email [email protected] to receive Apply in person at 202 S. Bridge Street, detailed package. No realtors. Linden, MI 48451 - OR - send resume to [email protected] COZY 2 BEDROOM ranch P1569 14692XA 65326XA with attached garage located 2008 JEEP GRAND 2006 DODGE CARAVAN 2008 SATURN VUE XR on golf course in Shiawassee $8995. CLOTH, FWD, $15995. LEATHER INTERI- CHEROKEE LAREDO Shores Retirement Village in $19450. LEATHER, HEATED CRUISE CONTROL, SWB, OR, FWD, AM/FM/CD/MP3 SEATS, POWER SUNROOF, GREAT PLUG IN, Linden. Great bargain, flexible 4WD! FAMILY VEHICLE! POWER SEATING! terms. 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Vacant Land Rooms/ Rooms/ Apartments Apartments ROSE TOWNSHIP For Sale For Rent For Rent 16 23 23 ORDINANCE NUMBER 160 FENTON - LOON waterfront and wooded lots. $16,000 Apartments Right This April Chapter 6, Article II, Section 6-28 of the Rose Township Code of Ordinances is and up. Quick sale, terms. on the Money hereby created to read as follows: 810-629-8694, 810-964-3472, we’re not 810-735-6887. fooling Sec 6-28 – Violations OLD GRAVEL TRUCK ROAD, starts at Hartland Road and around! Any person violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall be responsible for runs to Genesee County line. It’s the BEST committing a municipal civil infraction and subject to the penalties set forth in chap- Total acreage 9.5 acres. Road MOVE-IN SPECIAL ter 18, article III, pertaining to municipal civil infractions. is 80’ in width with an additional ever offered at split off towards Parkin Lane. Moved by: Slaughter Seconded by: Gordon $6,100 per acre. Can call on CRESTVIEW this property between 7:30- • Major Utilities Paid APARTMENTS 5p.m., Monday-Friday, phone • Free Heat & Water NO SECURITY DEPOSIT* Ayes: Scheib-Snider, Kalcec, Gordon, Slaughter, Miller HEAT & WATER PAID Nayes: None 810-459-9190, ask for Vaughn. • Pets Welcome PET FRIENDLY Private entry, central air, pool Absent: None • Lake Fenton Schools & picnic areas, on-site laundry, • Private balcony or patio very quiet area, yet close to everything. Real Estate Call for details The Supervisor declared the ordinance adopted. For Rent • Super maintenance service 21 • Close to everything, 810-629-7653 201 Trealout Dr. • Fenton yet blissfully quiet *with approved credit I, Debbie Miller, the duly elected Clerk of Rose Township, Oakland County, Michi- gan, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of an amended FENTON LAKE near - one ordinance made and adopted by the Rose Township Board of Trustees at its regular month FREE! 1 and 2 bedroom, meeting held on April 13, 2011 at which time a quorum was present. semi-furnished, nice, no pets. $375 up. 810-629-8694, 810- Dated: April 19, 2011 Call 964-3472, 810-735-6887. Today! apartments 888-435-4896 SAGINAW - DOWNTOWN Read then Debbie Miller, Clerk HOLLY. 2 large bedrooms, 200 Trealout Drive Rose Township (In Fenton, off North Leroy) Recycle eat-in kitchen, appliances, Monday-Friday 10-5 • Sat. by appt. spacious backyard. $625/ Professionally managed by MRD month. 248-394-0464. fentonestates@ mrdapartments.com COZY 2 BEDROOM ranch with attached garage located ® on golf course in Shiawassee CLIO - 1 and 2 bedroom, near RE/MAX Shores Retirement Village in freeway, spacious apartment, Platinum Linden. Great bargain, flexible all utilities except electric, 1100 Torrey Rd., Ste 100 Fenton, MI terms. Available for purchase starting at $390, 810-687-5500. www.remaxfentonarea.com 810-629-5800 for $17,900 or lease $595/ An Equal Housing Opportunity Broker© month. Call 810-714-5052 for details. LaFonda HOLLY - 2 BEDROOM trailer Apartments Thinking of Buying or Selling? on water. $350/month, $200 In Fenton deposit. Call 517-404-9486. ONE MONTH CALL US TODAY! FREE RENT LOBDELL LAKE waterfront, $ * PRICE 300 security deposit BEAUTIFULHOME BEAUTIFULLYUPDATED 2 bedroom house, very nice. $ REDUCTION $950/month, expect credit 1 bedroom… 425 2 bedroom…$525 check. 989-271-8600. Call Today! 810-629-5871 Cozy ranch in move-in condition located Absolutely immaculate home with all new 2.2 acre corner lot in Lake Fenton *Call for details. EHO Andy Alger in Grand Blanc Schools 3 bedrooms, décor! 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, new 2 car Schools. 3 bedrooms, 1½ baths. Bill Burke Office/Retail www.cormorantco.com 810-241-0554 1 1/2 baths. $109,900. garage. Fantastic landscaping! $74,999 Pole Barn, heated Florida room. $155,000. 810-240-2716 22 Call Andy Alger 810-429-8541 Call Debbie Woodall 248-941-3881 Call Mark Harvala 810-922-5123

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Legal Legal Legal Notices 82 Notices 82 Notices 82 PUBLIC NOTICE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF FENTON FORECLOSURE NOTICE In the event FORECLOSURE NOTICE In the NOTICE This firm is a debt collector this property is claimed as a principal event this property is claimed as a attempting to collect a debt. Any YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED OF A REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD residence exempt from tax under section principal residence exempt from tax information obtained will be used for 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 under section 7cc of the general this purpose. If you are in the Military, TUESDAY, MAY 10, 2011 AT 7:00 PM BY THE FENTON TOWNSHIP PLANNING PA 206, MCL .7cc please contact our property tax act, 1893 PA 206, MCL please contact our office at the number office at (248) 844-5123. This firm is listed below. Not-withstanding, if the debt COMMISSION AT THE FENTON TOWNSHIP CIVIC-COMMUNITY CENTER, 12060 .7cc please contact our office at a debt collector attempting to collect a secured by this property was discharged MANTAWAUKA. THIS HEARING WILL BE HELD TO CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING: debt. Any information obtained will be (248) 844-5123. This firm is a debt in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy proceeding, used for this purpose. If you are in the collector attempting to collect a debt. this notice is NOT an attempt to collect that Military, please contact our office at the Any information obtained will be used debt. You are presently in default under number listed below. MORTGAGE SALE for this purpose. If you are in the your Mortgage Security Agreement, PUBLIC HEARINGS: - Default has been made in the conditions Military, please contact our office at and the Mortgage Holder may be SUP10-001 Tee Bone’z Tavern on the Water, 3482 Silver Lake Road: of a certain mortgage made by: Heidi the number listed below. MORTGAGE contemplating the commencement of Mathis, a Single Woman to Mortgage SALE - Default has been made in the foreclosure proceedings under the terms Annual review of the Special Use Permit to have outdoor seating and entertainment. Electronic Registration Systems, conditions of a certain mortgage made of that Agreement and Michigan law. You Parcel 06-27-11-020. Inc., as nominee for Quicken Loans by: Judy Johnson, a Single Woman have no legal obligation to pay amounts Inc., its successors and assigns, to Mortgage Electronic Registration due under the discharged note. A loan Mortgagee, dated June 8, 2007 and Systems, Inc., as nominee for Flagstar modification may not serve to revive that OLD BUSINESS: recorded June 25, 2007 in Instrument Bank, FSB, its successors and assigns, obligation. However, in the event you # 200706250052721 Genesee County wish to explore options that may avert SP04-001 Amendment - Larry Adkins, 4067 Commerce, Flushing: Records, Michigan. Said mortgage Mortgagee, dated April 8, 2003 and foreclosure, please contact our office at was assigned to: BAC Home Loans recorded April 16, 2003 in Instrument # the number listed below. Attention: The Requesting final site plan and condominium approval for the amended Gables Servicing, LP fka Countrywide Home 200304160054792 Genesee County following notice shall apply only if the of North Shore. Property is located at 12004, 12022 & 12024 Brown St. 12018, Loans Servicing LP, by assignment Records, Michigan Said mortgage property encumbered by the mortgage dated December 6, 2010 and recorded was assigned to: Flagstar Bank, described below is claimed as a principal 12020, 12022, 12024, 12026, 12028, 12030 & 12032 Bowels. Parcels 06-11-626- December 28, 2010 in Instrument # FSB, by as-signment dated March 21, residence exempt from tax under section 201012280086963 on which mortgage 2011 and recorded March 28, 2011 in 7cc of the general property tax act, 1893 005 through 06-11-626-015. there is claimed to be due at the date Instrument # 201103280031600 on PA 206, MCL 211.7cc. Attention John D hereof the sum of Fifty-Four Thousand which mortgage there is claimed to Ball aka John D Ball Jr and Debra Ball, Forty-Two Dollars and Seventy-Two be due at the date hereof the sum of regarding the property at 10089 E Lake YOUR OPINIONS MAY BE EXPRESSED VERBALLY AT THIS HEARING OR IN WRIT- Cents ($54,042.72) including inter-est Eighty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Road Otisville, MI 48463. The following ING TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION PRIOR TO THIS HEARING. THE PLANNING 6.75% per annum. Under the power Thirty-Three Dollars and Thirty-Seven notice does not apply if you have of sale contained in said mortgage and Cents ($81,933.37) including interest previously agreed to modify the mortgage COMMISSION ENCOURAGES YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THIS MATTER. the statute in such case made and loan under section 3205b. 3205a, 3205b provided, notice is hereby given that said 5.875% per annum. Under the power and 3205c do not apply unless the terms This notice is published in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of of sale contained in said mortgage and of the modified mortgage loan entered into Meetings Act), MLA 41.72a (2) (3) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). the mortgaged premises, or some part of the statute in such case made and were complied with for one year after the them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of provided, notice is hereby given that date of the modification. You have the right Fenton Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, Genesee County at 10:00AM on May 18, said mortgage will be foreclosed by to request a meeting with your mortgage such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being 2011 Said premises are situated in City a sale of the mortgaged premises, or holder or mortgage servicer. Potestivo of Flint, Genesee County, Michigan, some part of them, at public vendue, & Associates, P.C. is the designee with considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting or pub- and are described as: Lot 10, Block 53 Circuit Court of Genesee County authority to make agreements under MCL lic hearing upon 14 days notice to Fenton Township. Individuals with disabilities of Modern Housing Corporation Addition at 10:00AM on May 4, 2011 Said 600.3205b and MCL 600.3205c, and can No. 1, and that part of Lot 46, Block 53 premises are situated in Township be contacted at: 811 South Blvd., Suite requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Fenton Township by writing or of Modern Housing Corporation Addition of Flint, Genesee County, Michigan, 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844- calling the following: Fenton Township Office, (810) 629-1537, 12060 Mantawauka No. 1 abutting on said Lot 10, Block 53 and are described as: Situated in the 5123. You may also contact a housing of Modern Housing Corporation Addition Township of Flint, County of Genesee, counselor. For more information, contact Drive, Fenton, Michigan 48430. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday No. 1, bounded by the centerline of said the Michigan State Housing Development Lot 46 and the side lines of said Lot 10, Michigan, Lot 81, Van Slyke Manor Authority (MSHDA) by visiting www. through Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Friday. Ordinances, meeting sched- produced according to the recorded No. 2. Commonly known as 4344 michigan.gov/mshda or calling (866) ules and other Township information are also available at www.fentontownship.org. plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 8, Old Colony Drive, Flint MI 48507 946-7432. If you request a meeting with Page 17, Genesee County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 Potestivo & Associates, P.C. within 14 Commonly known as 1009 Gladwin, months from the date of such sale, days after the notice required under MCL Flint MI 48504 The redemption period unless determined abandoned in 600.3205a(1) is mailed, then foreclosure ROBERT E. KRUG shall be 6 months from the date of such accordance with MCL 600.3241 or proceedings will not commence until at FENTON TOWNSHIP CLERK sale, unless determined abandoned in MCL 600.3241a, in which case the least 90 days after the date said notice accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL redemption period shall be 30 days was mailed. If an agreement to modify 600.3241a, in which case the redemption from the date of such sale, or upon the mortgage loan is reached and you period shall be 30 days from the date of the expiration of the notice re-quired by abide by the terms of the agreement, the such sale, or upon the expiration of the MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later. mortgage will not be foreclosed. You have notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), Dated: 4/03/2011 Flagstar Bank, FSB, the right to contact an attorney and can NOTICE OF ELECTION whichever is later. Dated: 4/17/2011 obtain contact information through the BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: State Bar of Michigan’s Lawyer Referral Countrywide Home Loans Servicing Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Service at (800) 968-0738. Dated: April TYRONE TOWNSHIP LP, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 24, 2011. Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 11-37443 48307 (248) 844-5123 information may All electors are hereby given notice that a School Election will be held in all voting (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 10-33665 be faxed to (248)267-3004, Attention: precincts of Tyrone Township, Livingston County, Michigan, on Tuesday, May 3, Ad #11688: 2011-04-17 2011-04-24, Ad #11318: 2011-04-03 2011-04-10, Loss Mitigation Our File No: 11-38885 2011-05-01 2011-05-08 2011-04-17 2011-04-24 Ad #11885: 2011-04-24 2011 from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Electors of the Fenton and Linden School Districts will be voting for Board of Educa- FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect is a debt collector attempting to collect tion Candidates and Mott Community College Board of Trustee Candidates. Elec- is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this purpose. If you are in a debt. Any information obtained will tors of the Hartland School District will be voting for one Board of Education Candi- be used for this purpose. If you are the Military, please contact our office at be used for this purpose. If you are in the number listed below. MORTGAGE date position and for the following proposal: in the Military, please contact our the Military, please contact our office at SALE - Default has been made in the number listed below. MORTGAGE office at the number listed below. the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: John J Amon and Paula SALE - Default has been made in the MORTGAGE SALE - Default has A Amon, His Wife to Option One conditions of a certain mortgage made HARTLAND CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS been made in the conditions of a Mortgage Corporation, Mortgagee, by: John R Kononchuk, A Single Man OPERATING MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSAL certain mortgage made by: William dated October 21, 2005 and recorded November 17, 2005 in Instrument # a/k/a John Kononchuk to Mortgage EXEMPTING PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE W Traxler, a Single Man by Carol L 200511170110786 Gene-see County Electronic Registration Systems, Traxler, Power of Attorney to Fifth Records, Michigan. Said mortgage Inc., as nominee for Countrywide AND OTHER PROPERTY EXEMPTED BY LAW was assigned to: Deutsche Bank Home Loans, Inc. dba America’s Third Bank (Eastern Michigan), National Trust Company, as Trustee for 18 MILLS FOR THE YEAR 2011 Mortgagee, dated June 15, 2007 HSI Asset Securitization Corporation Wholesale Lender, its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated May and recorded July 26, 2007 in Trust 2006-OPT3, Mortgage Pass- Through Certificates, Series 2006- 23, 2007 and recorded June 6, 2007 Full text of the ballot proposal may be obtained at the administrative offices of Hart- Instrument # 200707260059842 OPT3, by assignment dated March in Instrument # 200706060048225 Genesee County Records, 24, 2011 and recorded March 28, 2011 in Instrument # 201103280031752 on Genesee County Records, Michigan. land Consolidated Schools, 9525 East Highland Road, Howell, Michigan 48843, Michigan on which mortgage which mortgage there is claimed to be Said mortgage was assigned to: telephone: (810) 626-2100. there is claimed to be due at the due at the date hereof the sum of Two BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Hundred Fifty-Four Thousand Eight Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, date hereof the sum of Sixty-Eight Hundred Twenty-One Dollars and Thousand Six Hundred Ninety- Seventy-Seven Cents ($254,821.77) LP, by assignment dated March 7, List of polling locations: Three Dollars and Eighty-Seven including interest 9.89% per annum. 2011 and recorded March 14, 2011 Under the power of sale contained in in Instrument # 201103140028509 on Cents ($68,693.87) including inter- said mortgage and the statute in such which mortgage there is claimed to est 10.25% per annum. Under case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be be due at the date hereof the sum of Precinct #1 Fenton Church of the Nazarene the power of sale contained in said foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged Ninety-Three Thousand Three Hun- mortgage and the statute in such premises, or some part of them, at dred Fifty-Four Dollars and Twenty- (Linden School District voters) 11075 Runyan Lake Road, Fenton public vendue, Circuit Court of Genesee case made and provided, notice is County at 10:00AM on May 11, 2011 Said Eight Cents ($93,354.28) including hereby given that said mortgage premises are situated in Township of interest 6.625% per annum. Under the will be foreclosed by a sale of the Vienna, Genesee County, Michigan, and power of sale contained in said mortgage are described as: Part of the Northwest and the statute in such case made and Precinct #2 Tyrone Covenant Presbyterian Church mortgaged premises, or some part one quarter of Southwest one quarter of provided, notice is hereby given that said of them, at public vendue, Circuit Section 16, Town 9 North, Range 6 East, (Fenton School District voters 10235 White Lake Road, Fenton Township of Vienna, County of Genesee, mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of Court of Genesee County at 10:00AM State of Michigan, described as follows: the mortgaged premises, or some part residing north of White Lake Road) on May 18, 2011 Said premises Beginning at a point on the West line of of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court said Section 16, which is North 604.32 are situated in Township of Flint, feet from the intersection of the South of Genesee County at 10:00AM on May Genesee County, Michigan, and are one eighth line of the West line of said 11, 2011 Said premises are situated described as: Lot 130 Westchester Section 16; thence North along said West in Township of Mt. Morris, Genesee Precinct #3 Tyrone Covenant Presbyterian Church line 20.0 feet; thence South 89 degrees County, Michigan, and are de-scribed Subdivision No. 2 according to the 40 minutes 50 seconds East 730.0 feet; (Fenton School District voters 10235 White Lake Road, Fenton plat thereof as recorded in Liber thence South parallel to the West line of as: The West 140 feet of Lot 16 and said Section 270.4 feet; thence North 89 the East half of vacated Banger Avenue residing south of White Lake Road) 35 of Plats on Page 44, Genesee degrees 40 minutes 50 seconds West adjoining Lot 15 on the West side, of County Records. Commonly known 210 feet; thence North 41 degrees 09 Lincoln Park Garden Farms Subdivision, minutes 46 seconds West to a point as 5418 Westchester Dr., Flint MI which is South 89 degrees 40 minutes as recorded in Plat Liber 11, Page 36, 48532 The redemption period shall 50 seconds East 300 feet from the point Gene-see County Records. Commonly Precinct #4 Tyrone Township Hall be 6 months from the date of such of beginning; thence North 89 degrees known as 6406 West Coldwater Rd, 40 minutes 50 seconds West 300 feet (Hartland School District Voters) 10408 Center Road, Fenton sale, unless determined abandoned to the point of beginning. Commonly Flushing MI 48433 The redemption in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or known as 12188 N. Linden Rd., Clio period shall be 6 months from the date of MCL 600.3241a, in which case the MI 48420 The redemption period shall such sale, unless determined abandoned All of the above polling locations provide voting access for individuals with disabilities be 6 months from the date of such in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL sale, unless deter-mined abandoned in redemption period shall be 30 days 600.3241a, in which case the redemption and contain voting instructions in alternative formats, including audio and Braille. from the date of such sale, or upon accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of the expiration of the notice required period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), Applications for absent voter ballots are available for the May 3, 2011 School Election notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), later. Dated: 4/17/2011 Fifth Third whichever is later. Dated: 4/10/2011 whichever is later. Dated: 4/10/2011 and may be obtained at the Tyrone Township Clerk’s Office Monday through Thurs- BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP fka Bank (Eastern Michigan) Mortgagee Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, day, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Requests for absent voter ballots must be in writing. Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, as Trustee for HSI Asset Securitization Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, Corporation Trust 2006-OPT3, Mortgage LP, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006- Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) OPT3, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 844-5123 Our File No: 11-34699 Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 11-36891 Keith L. 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Legal Services Paving Stump Grinding VILLAGE OF HOLLY PUBLIC HEARING ON THE AMERICAN CONCRETE WORK Get rid of those PAVING BRICK 2011-2012 PROPOSED BUDGET BANKRUPTCY CLINIC • Garage & Pole Barn Floors • Driveways & Parking Lots UGLY STUMPS • Collection Calls • Patios & Walks The Village of Holly Council will hold a public hearing to receive written and verbal • Foreclosures Also: comments from citizens regarding the Proposed FY 2011-2012 Budget on May 24, Replacement Work, Retaining Walls, • Repossessions & Bobcat Work 2011 at 7:00 PM prior to the regular meeting in the Council Chambers, 315 S. Broad GET A FRESH START Licensed & Insured Street, Holly, MI. 810 • 629 • 7200 STUMP GRINDING CALL TODAY! Same Day Calls Returned TAKE THE 1ST STEP 15% OFF LABOR SERVICES Interested persons are encouraged to attend the meeting. Handicapped per- FREE CONSULTATION! FENCED YARD sons needing assistance to attend are asked to contact the village offices at least TO SOLVING YOUR ACCESSIBILITY 48 hours prior to the meeting at (248)634-9571 during regular business hours. FINANCIAL PROBLEMS. Roofing 39 YEARS EXPERIENCE D&S STUMP (A DEBT RELIEF AGENCY) GRINDING 810-732-6332 Cherie Hedrick 248-666-8879 FREE ESTIMATES Interim Clerk-Treasure INSURED FULL SERVICE (810) 730-7262 Nails or ROOFING COMPANY (810) 629-9215 TYRONE TOWNSHIP SYNOPSIS Gutters & Downspouts Windows/Doors Owner/Operator BOARD OF TRUSTEES & PLANNING COMMISSION Free Estimates • Senior Discounts DAN POYNER JOINT MEETING Need a Residential/Commercial Licensed/Insured • 30+ yrs. exp. G E T Y O U R Local news HELD 7:00 P.M., APRIL 19, 2011 GIFT IDEA NOBODY BEATS OUR PRICES! delivered to your E-Mail FREE. for someone who 810.423.5813 Visit www.tctimes.com to sign The following actions were taken: up! has everything? 1. Present: Supervisor Mike Cunningham, Treasurer Dave Kurtz, Clerk Keith Kre- mer, Trustees Jim Kolhoff, Don Peitz, Steve Hasbrouck and Colleen Ameel. Spoil them Seawalls • Planning Commissioners Dave Hanoute, Mark Meisel, Lorie Radcliffe, Ed with a manicure! STUMP EAZE Kempisty, Deb Lee and Brandon Peabody. STUMP GRINDING 2. Approved the request of Garry Betrus for a Home Occupation Permit. Whether they’re male or female, shoreline seawalls 3. Discussed various Planning Commission projects and the strategy and impor- everyone likes a little pampering! Locally owned and operated. Reliable • Insured tance for implementation. TRAVELING www.shorelineseawalls.com Free Estimates 4. Adopted Resolution #110401 to establish a 180-day moratorium to develop Call Gus for an estimate an ordinance to address the Medical Marijuana Act. MANICURIST 810-629-8820 5. Approved the fire and emergency contract with Fenton Township for a period I’ll come to you (810) of 5 years. for no additional charge! • Shut-ins • Seniors • Lunch Hour 6. Approved the fire and emergencycontract with Hartland Deerfield Fire Author- Office Manicures • Bridal Parties ity for a period of 5 years contingent upon clarification of the fuel surcharge • Pedicure Parties 252-6561 amounts. SEAWALLS 7. Adjourned at 9:02 p.m. LISA BRANHAM Free DEQ Permits for Spring Construction 810-922-6553 STEEL • VINYL • BOULDER • CONCRETE Trees * * * * * * * * * * * 517-796-0645 The minutes of all regular and special Tyrone Township Board Meetings are on file and may be reviewed at the Tyrone Township Clerk’s Office, 10408 Center Road, Painting/ Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and online at www.tyronetownship.us. Wallpapering RONALD’S The next regular meeting of the Tyrone Township Board will be held on Thursday, Vinyl/Boulder/Wood/Steel TREESERVICE May 5, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Tyrone Township Hall. The public is invited to attend. SPRING SPECIALS Locally Owned and Operated Free DEQ Permits for April |Free Estimates Total Painting 810-714-0194 Tree Removal/Tree Trimming Supervisor Mike Cunningham Clerk Keith L. Kremer 810-577-6263 www.jzcontracting.com Residential/Commercial Brush Chipping/Stump Interior/Exterior • Senior Discounts Grinding/Storm Damage FREE ESTIMATES Schedule Now! Fertilizing & PUBLIC NOTICE Deep Root Fertilizing Fully CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF FENTON ATTENTION Insured For a FREE ESTIMATE BOARD MEETING SYNOPSIS HOMEOWNERS The Tri-County Call Craig Ronald APRIL 18, 2011 Painting any interior room. $70 or less; at 810-735-6775 Exterior specials. Since 1976. Times Daily Edition or 877-895-7957 Insured 810-793-1260 [email protected] The Fenton Township Board held a regular meeting on Monday April 18, 2011 at FEATURING the Fenton Township Civic Community Center, 12060 Mantawauka Drive, Fenton, • Breaking News Stories Michigan and took the following actions. • Classifieds • Obituaries FERGUSON TREE SERVICE The Duffer’s 1. Supervisor Mathis led the pledge of allegiance to the flag. ‘Git-R- • Feature Stories • Tree Removal • Lot Clearing Done’ Painting Company • Social News • Trimming • Firewood 2. Approved the agenda as presented. Team Interior/Exterior • Stump Removal • Insured 3. Approved invoices & expenditures for payment in the total amount of (810) www.tctimes.com 750-9238 John Steinmetz 810-714-2332 $476,622.81. 4. Conducted a public hearing on, and first reading of a proposed Zoning Ordi- nance amendment to revise the PUD conditions and conceptual site plan for NOTICE the Gables of North Shore condominium development. ARGENTINE TOWNSHIP 5. Defeated a motion to adopt a proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment to cre- ate a definition for Recreational Vehicle and to establish provisions and stand- ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS ards for the parking of recreational vehicles on vacant commercial property. 6. Awarded a contract to Michigan DPW, LLC for Lawn, Landscape & Beach Maintenance services. Please be notified that the Argentine Township Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a 7. Approved projects for asphalt resurfacing of Bowles Street and gravel resur- Meeting on Monday, May 2, 2011, 7:00 p.m. at the Argentine Township Hall, 9048 facing of Smith Road from Hogan to Sharp Road. Silver Lk Rd, to consider the following: 8. Adopted amendments to the 2011 Fenton Township Budget. 9. Adjourned at 9:15 p.m. Charles L. Heide, is requesting a Variance to build a 50 X 100 garage on vacant land prior to building home. Described as 01-15-400-036, A complete copy of the minutes of this meeting and any ordinances adopted at the vacant land in section 15, 10.01 acres. meeting are on file and available for review at the Fenton Township Office, 12060 Mantawauka Drive, Fenton, Michigan 48430. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A complete copy of this tax description may be viewed at the Township office during Monday through Friday. Ordinances, meeting schedules, meeting minutes and oth- regular office hours. er Township information are also available at www.fentontownship.org.

Denise Graves, Clerk ROBERT E. KRUG Argentine Township FENTON TOWNSHIP CLERK 22A Sunday, April 24, 2011 TIMES CLASSIFIEDS www.tctimes.com

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TWO ISSUES ONE ISSUE Berent-Elmore of the Tri-County Times of the Tri-County Times The engagement of Rachel Berent Hammar retired from The Daily (Sunday & Wednesday) (Sunday or Wednesday) of Linden to Jeffrey Elmore of Jackson Tribune and C & G Electronics. She 7 Days Online 3 Days Online Center, Ohio has been announced made her home in Linden in 1996. A by her parents, David and Christina party in her honor will be held in June $ 08* $ 94* Berent of Linden. His parents are with friends and family. 38 26 additional words 42¢ per issue additional words 42¢ per issue Ron and Susan Elmore of Jackson Center, Ohio. The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate HOT LINE CONTINUED of Fenton High School, 2007 gradu- A BIG THANK you to the anonymous ate of Michigan State University, and man who paid for my family’s meal on GARAGE SALE PACKET INCLUDES: a 2011 graduate of Palmer College of Sunday at the Fenton Deli. When we • Classified liner in the Tri-County Times Garage Sale Directory Chiropractic. asked why there wasn’t a charge for • 1-listing on the Times Online classifieds Her fiancé is a 2004 graduate of our meal, they said that a man comes • 5 garage sale signs, 250 stickers and tips for a successful garage sale in frequently and buys the next three • $3.00 OFF COUPON next classified liner ad Jackson Center High School, a 2007 people in line their meal. Paying it graduate of Mt. Vernon Nazarene Uni- forward, inspiring. versity. He, also, is a 2011 graduate of nnn Call today! (810) 629-8194 Palmer College of Chiropractic. TO THE COP dodging bullets, while (*Prices based on 15 words or less) The bride-elect is employed at Es- you were driving around in your city/ sential Chiropractic in Ferndale. Her county/state-owned vehicle, paid for by UAW employee tax dollars, the fiancé is employed at urningT Point overpaid car workers were down Chiropractic in Perrysburg, Ohio. in Lansing protesting to keep your A Dec. 31, 2011 wedding is planned benefits. JOIN US IN in Perrysburg, Ohio. nnn MICHIGANDERS, BEWARE. COR- PORATE-financed politicians are tak- CELEBRATION! ing over your state. Their agenda is to take away social programs, take away American Cancer Society’s our political voices and give even more tax breaks to corporations, millionaires Relay For Life of Fenton 2011 and billionaires. Call your congressio- nal representatives and urge them to repeal the ‘Citizens United’ decision. They want to control our schools, our JUNE 17 & 18 natural resources and our economy. nnn WHEN WILL ARGENTINE Township get its chance with the road graders, I wonder. With our new commissioner in there, I thought maybe our township Please join us for our Cancer Survivor’s Celebration would move up on the list. Oakland and Livingston counties have their at the Fenton High School Friday, June 17. roads graded in our area and here we You’re invited to celebrate your cancer survivorship with us at Relay For Life of Fenton are still waiting. The county garage is just up the road. 5–6pm: Survivor Registration • 6pm: Survivor Ceremony and Victory Lap nnn Caregiver’s Recognition Following Survivor’s Lap HURRAY FOR CONGRESSMAN Reception for Survivors & Caregivers Following the Ceremony & Laps Dennis Kucinich. Finally, someone has enough integrity to stand up for the Cut invitation above this line and return to: working man. Mr. Kucinich spanked Amy Lutz at American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Fenton. 2413 S. Linden Rd. Suite A Flint, MI 48433 or call 810-733-3702 Scott Walker in a congressional hear- Caten-Poulos ing a few days ago. Walker finally had q I am a cancer survivor and would like to participate in the Cancer Survivor’s Cindy Caten and the late Dale Caten to testify that collective bargaining Celebration on June 17, 2011. of Fenton are pleased to announce the has no impact on the state budget, engagement and upcoming marriage whatsoever. of their daughter Julie Caten to Nathan nnn Poulos. His parents are Dennis and HAVE A HAPPY and blessed Easter, Brenda Poulos of Fenton. everyone. nnn The bride-elect graduated from the MY SONS WERE lucky enough to University of Michigan-Flint and is a have had grandparents who they saw certified massage therapist at The Spa almost daily. The bond they had is an q I am a cancer survivor and will be participating on Gateway Center. incredible one that they will take with June 17, 2011. Number of attendees______Her fiancé attended Wisconsin them for the rest of their lives. We For more information, contact recently lost their grandmother who Lutheran College and works as an IT Amy Lutz 810-733-3702 or email [email protected] manager for several area businesses. never missed an event they participat- ed in, even while battling cancer. Love The wedding will be held at Gloria your grandchildren while you can. You www.relayforlife.org/fentonmi • www.cancer.org Dei Evangelical Lutheran Church in are the greatest gift you can give them. Hope. Progress. Answers. Grand Blanc on June 4, 2011. 24A Sunday, April 24, 2011 TRI-COUNTY TIMES www.tctimes.com

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hits tri-county area Instructor Lorna Bell holds a Zumba Gold class for beginners at Chassé Ballroom & Latin Dance By Sally Rummel Summary is like a party. The hour goes Studio in Fenton on Monday. [email protected]; 810-629-8282 by in seconds.” The Zumba dance/ Zumba is 70 percent Latin dance, It might be the high-energy fitness craze has hit And, there are millions Latin music, or the socializ- the tri-county area, of people who agree with and 30 percent fitness, said Bell. ing. However, the most likely with classes available him. Zumba has become a in almost every reason for the Zumba craze is fitness center, studio, worldwide exercise/dance winning producers, and contagious steps At Chassé Ballroom & Latin Dance the fun people have without and school in Fenton, phenomenon — with no end to to form a “fitness-party” that is downright Studio, there are 11 Zumba classes a week, feeling as if they’re working Linden and Holly. its popularity in sight. In fact, addictive, according to the Zumba Fitness with an average of 35 students per class. out, fans say. licensed Zumba programs are website, www.zumba.com. “We just added a Wednesday morning “It’s an absolute blast,” said Zumba offered as part of the fitness menu at more Since its beginning in 2001, Zumba has class, too,” said Westphal. instructor Donald Westphal, of Chassé than a dozen local exercise studios, fitness grown to become the world’s largest, and Craig Fisher, manager at Fenton Fit- Ballroom & Latin Dance Studio in Fen- centers, gyms, even at local schools. most successful, dance-fitness program in ness Athletic Center, recently added a ton. “It’s the music and the people. Two What is Zumba? the world, with more than 12 million people five-week Zumba series for members and years ago, I would have made fun of the Zumba is the Latin-inspired dance-fit- of all shapes, sizes and ages taking weekly non-members, because of the demand motto, ‘Ditch the workout, join the party.’ ness program that blends red-hot interna- Zumba classes in more than 110,000 loca- for these classes. “Enough people were Now I do feel like every Zumba session tional music, created by Grammy Award- tions across more than 125 countries. See ZUMBA on 13B

The whole goal of ‘FirstTry’ is for First-ever local triathlon ‘‘  June 25 at the Linden County Park, people to complete Organizers: Race according to Event Director Dan the course, not set at your own pace Skinner. Local sponsors include Cy- any records. We just cleFit, Fenton Winery & Brewery and By Sally Rummel Four Seasons Fresh Market. [email protected]; 810-629-8282 want to introduce This half-sprint event will include people to the sport If you have never experienced a a 300-yard swim, a 9.1-mile bike ride of triathlons and triathlon, this event is just for you. The and a 2-mile run, starting at 8 a.m. CycleFit Sports Tri Club, headquar- with the swim event at Byram Lake fall in love with the tered in Fenton at CycleFit Multi-Sport, in Linden. sport like we have. has designed a “Super Sprint” triathlon “The concept of the ‘FirstTry’ is Ron Stack (right), coordinator’’ event for first-timers on Saturday, See TRIATHLON on 9B 20’ Pontoon with 40hp Yamaha Outboard motor $ .37 * PER MONTH 144 3241 Thompson Rd. Fenton Exit 84 on US-23 (810) 629-2291 Check out our website www.freeway-sports.com Mon.-Fri. 9am-6pm • Sat. 9am-5pm Closed Sunday *BASED ON 144 MONTHS WITH 10% DOWN AT 5.74% APR. WITH APPROVED CREDIT 2B Sunday, April 24, 2011 TRI-COUNTY LIVING www.tctimes.com

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TRI-COUNTY TIMES | SALLY RUMMEL TRI-COUNTY TIMES | FILE PHOTO Coldwell Banker Professionals Manager Ken Brant (left) shakes hands with President Brothers Jeff Stone (left) and Tim Stone recently learned that all three of their Sears Chris Hendrix in the Fenton office of the former Coldwell Banker Brant Realty. Hometown Stores (Fenton, Howell and Lapeer) have achieved Premier Dealer status. Coldwell Banker Professionals Fenton Sears Hometown Store acquires Brant Realty office recognized as 2011 premier dealer By Sally Rummel other offices serving Lapeer, Oakland, The Sears Hometown Store of Fenton Premier Dealer status will be given the [email protected]; 810-629-8282 St. Clair, Macomb, Sanilac and Tuscola has been named a 2011 Sears Hometown opportunity to participate in an exclusive You’ll notice a new name and new counties, we are now servicing an area Store Premier Dealer. This annual award charitable event in 2011 to help support signs, but otherwise, it will be “busi- which is almost unmatched in southeast recognizes Sears Hometown stores across their community. One recent example of ness as usual” at the of- Michigan. Together, we the country that consistently offer the charitable giving by the Fenton store is fice of Coldwell Banker “Coldwell Banker has have 60 agents and handle greatest customer service, outstanding participation in Adopt-A-Pet. Professionals, formerly brought us together. 600 transactions a year.” store performance and standards, as well “We are thrilled to designate Jeff Coldwell Banker Brant We’ve had a friendship The following agents as exceptional demonstrations of local Stone and the Sears Hometown Store Realty at 120 N. LeRoy work out of the Coldwell community involvement. of Fenton a Premier Dealer, as a testa- St. in Fenton. for years. I’m pleased Banker Professionals Fen- “To be honored as a premier dealer is a ment to the hard work and dedication Coldwell Banker Pro- that this Fenton office ton office: Ken Brant, great achievement, not only for our store shown each and every day to support fessionals of Lapeer has will continue to be broker/manager; Shannon but also for the community we strive to the community,” said Will Powell, now expanded into Gene- operated by Ken Brant Brant, Linda Sloan, Wade serve everyday,” said Jeff Stone, owner president, Sears Hometown Stores. “We see, Livingston and North Pyles, Kim Rinks, Carol and operator of the Fenton store. “We are committed to continually assisting as broker/manager.” could not have earned this without the Hometown Stores and their communi- Oakland counties, with Chris Hendrix Verhelle, Dave Thomas, Al the acquisition of this lo- President, Coldwell Lifsey, Vera Hogan, Blake support of our community, and we want ties, so that customers everywhere can cal landmark realty office. Banker Professionals Boan, Lesley Allred, Bon- to thank our customers for shopping with shop closer to home and enjoy the qual- “Coldwell Banker has nie Senter, Sheree Hoose us throughout the year.” ity and value found at Sears.” brought us together,” said Chris Hendrix, and Robert Cole. For more information Only 20 percent of Sears Hometown To learn more about Sears Hometown president of Coldwell Banker Profession- about Coldwell Banker Professionals, Stores receive this prestigious annual Stores, visit the Sears Hometown Store of als. “We’ve had a friendship for years. call (810) 629-2220. award, and this year, each store receiving Fenton go to www.searshometownstores.com. I’m pleased that this Fenton office will continue to be operated by Ken Brant as broker/manager.” Coldwell Banker Professionals now serves eight Michigan counties from three offices in Lapeer, Fenton and Rich- First 300 ladies mond. “Our goal is to better serve our to register at the clients, agents and employees through DDA table receive a our growth,” said Hendrix. FREE goody bag! Hendrix believes that people will always be moving for lifestyle reasons, Over 30 participating and feels that the growth of this market businesses! will be advantageous for all concerned. “This takes us to the next step in being able to service our clients, as well as grow our agents,” he said. “Combined with our FOR SAVINGS & SPECIAL OFFERS GO TO ArmsteadAutomotive.com Singer/Songwriter/Performer Jill Jack on the hollydollars.com Stage 248-634-0399 15310 Fish Lake Rd, Holly • Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:30pm Keeping Vehicles Safe & On The Road Since 1986 A Fun Night of Shopping, Food and Live Entertainment! 6B Sunday, April 24, 2011 TRI-COUNTY LIVING www.tctimes.com Now Accepting New Patients! Fenton Spring Garden tour set for May 1 Services we offer: By Sally Rummel fall. The gardens are located in Linden, Preventative • Periodontal • Implants • Restorative [email protected]; 810-629-8282 Fenton and Davisburg. Prosthodontic • Orthodontics • Cosmetics Mark your calendar for Sunday, May Master gardeners will be on site at 1, from 12 to 6 p.m. for Fenton’s first the church on the day of the tour to help New Patients Only! Spring Garden Tour. Hosted by Trinity answer gardening questions. A $50 gift Full mouth series of X-Rays, Lutheran Church, this show will feature card to Ace Village Hardware in Linden Dental Cleaning & nine gardens. will be the top raffle prize, with all tour an Oral Cancer Exam “Everyone is always excited in the participants invited to put their name in spring to see color in the garden,” said the box at Garden 2. $ Carol Swenson, coordinator of the Trinity will serve a lunch from 12 75.00 tour. Five of the gardens belong to to 5 p.m. for a small additional charge. Not valid with any other offers. Expires 6/1/11. members of Trinity Lutheran Church, Advance tickets are available at Trinity Patricia A. McGarry, D.D.S. and two other gardens have been chosen Lutheran Church, Ace Village Hardware Family Dentistry because of their unique beauty. Trinity’s of Linden or from local businesses where Preventative & Cosmetic Dentistry for the young, Community Garden is also on the tour, signs are posted. Proceeds go to Trinity’s not so young, brave and not-so-brave! so visitors can see an example of how Building Fund. We’re your state-of-the-art, home town dental care experts! vegetables are grown organically. The For more information, call Trinity Lu- 200 Lindenwood Dr. • Linden, • www.drmcgarry.com • 810-735-9426 ninth garden on display is Trinity’s own theran Church at (810) 629-7861 or Carol Hours: Mon.-Wed. 11am-7pm • Thurs. 8am-3pm • Occasional Sat. 8am-Noon garden, with 1,000 tulip bulbs, planted last Swenson at (810) 714-0405. Let us help you plan your future. Motorcycle ride and poker SHARON K.S. MINER, Attorney & Counselor run has stop in Linden u gave approval for riders and volunteers General Practice Including: Riders to receive to have access to the gazebo downtown • Living Trusts • Probate • Estate Planning playing card at gazebo to Susan Meares, organizer for the ride. • Nursery Home/Long Term Care Planning Since 2004, the motorcycle event has By Sharon Stone • Medical Planning been raising funds for people in the [email protected]; 810-433-6786 community affected by breast cancer • Real Estate Linden — One of the stops that and other cancers, said Meares. This • Personal Injury the 2011 Full Circle Breast Cancer year’s goal is to raise $9,000. For Motorcycle Ride and poker run will be more information, e-mail Meares at — Serving Genesee, Livingston & Oakland Counties since 1906 — at the VFW hall in downtown Linden. [email protected]. 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Student Body asked at Look Who’s Talking By Sharon Stone, Staff Reporter Lake Fenton High School Taylor Marsh What is your family’s Easter OK, you’re the school principal. What’s the first change you would make? I’d make the weight room bigger, with more equip- tradition? ment. AUSTIN GOTTRON, SENIOR If you could have one superpower, what would it be, and “We usually go why? I’d be able to fly. I’d get from place to place quickly and it on spring break would be fun. in Florida, but not this What is your earliest memory? Playing football with my brothers in year. We go to the backyard. We’d give Shane the ball and then everyone would hit church and my him. little sister will go crazy for the candy.” I always: have fun and make things enjoyable.

I never: cut myself short of a goal. I don’t quit on something. TEVIN ALSTON, SENIOR

Is there an event in your life for which you would like a “do- over”? I think I’d do track in my freshman and sophomore years. “We have an I regret not doing that. I did track my junior year. I really liked the Easter egg hunt coach we had then. at our house.”

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It’s summer. I’m going to church then SPORTS AND LEISURE ACTIVITIES: to U of M-Flint next year and going into business. my aunt makes I play soccer and basketball. I also a big dinner.” do weightlifting and I like to hang out My most valued possession: I’d have to say, my friends. with friends. PERSONAL MOTTO: My children will never be allowed to: eat loudly, with their mouths open. Shane always does that. Hard work pays off. That’s what I LUCAIS ALLEN, SOPHOMORE think of when I do my sports. Front row seats and backstage passes. Who are you seeing? MY DREAM CAR: The Los Angeles Lakers. My favorite player is Kobe Bryant. “We go to A new, black Rolls Royce. church and visit The best day of my life so far was: Going to Sea World last year ALL TIME FAVORITE MOVIE: with family. We and swimming with the dolphins. have a roasted ‘Anchorman,’ it’s funny. It’s the first ham for dinner.” Will Ferrell movie I saw. 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Time to assess why son is friendless 30-Minute Meals DEAR AMY: My 10-year- Amy Dickinson Cook Time: 25 Minutes • Level: Easy • 6 Servings old son does well in groups such as Scouts and team sports, but he doesn’t have any friends. He’s reluctant to invite people over and has started to pull away from the few boys who want to hang out with him. If this is bothering him, he’s not showing it, and he won’t Ask discuss it with me. He’s a bit of an odd duck, and I’m Amy afraid he’ll be picked on in middle school if he doesn’t have friends. Should I leave him to figure this out on his own, or is this something to be con- cerned about? — Concerned Mom DEAR MOM: This issue is something to be con- cerned about, but it is not your job to provide friends for your son. Instead, make sure he has the tools necessary to form relationships and make friends. Wednesday’s Some children seem to thrive being part of a group, jumble answers while others can feel overwhelmed by the challenges and stimulation of maintaining multiple relationships. PAUL G. DONOHUE, M.D. Your son may have a quirky and quieter tem- BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA perament. He may not be adept at reading the sometimes confusing social cues thrown out by To your INGREDIENTS pre-adolescent boys, who are experts at creating 1 (12-inch) pre-baked pizza crust scenarios of shifting power and alliances. good health 1/2 c. barbecue sauce You shouldn’t telegraph your anxiety to your son by querying him about this or pressuring him, but 1/2 c. diced grilled chicken DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Can I reverse sarco- 1/4 c. chopped red bell pepper you should speak to his teacher, his Scout leader penia, or just slow it down? What I would like 1/4 c. chopped green bell pepper and his coach. They may report that he does just 1/4 c. chopped red onion fine in a more structured peer group overseen by to know is what can I do for my thighs? How 1 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese an adult but that he is out of his element on the often should I do it? And I’d like something for playground. Or they may suggest he be evaluated my stomach. — J.H. DIRECTIONS for a more serious problem that may be emerging ANSWER: For readers: Sarcopenia is muscle 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). in adolescence. shrinkage that comes with age.Weightlifting stops I admire the work of child psychologist Michael 2. Place pizza crust on cookie sheet. Spread with the wasting away of muscles and builds them up. Thompson in describing the inner (and outer) lives barbecue sauce. Scatter chicken over top. Sprinkle of children. I once heard Thompson speak about Older people are not going to develop the same evenly with red pepper, green pepper and onion. Cover childhood group dynamics. He said that parents muscle size that a 20-year-old can, but they can with cheese. often want their children to have lots of friends, but see a marked improvement in their strength and an 3. Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or really, it only takes one friend to make a child feel increase in muscle size through weightlifting. until cheese is melted. he belongs. Your son may be a “one friend” kind of For your specific thigh problem, the squat is a kid, and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that. good exercise. From the standing position, you BY STEVE DALE Read Thompson’s book, “Best Friends, Worst bend your knees until your thighs are parallel to the Enemies: Understanding the Social Lives of Chil- dren” (2002, Ballantine Books). ground. You don’t have to touch your heels with my pet world your buttocks. Lower yourself only to the position I DEAR AMY: My husband and I do not drink mentioned. Farther than that can hurt the knees. Q: Our cat is herding our Border Collie. We’ve for personal reasons but do not have anything Start out doing the exercise with no additional had Border Collies for years, and Geneva is against it. However, when we host a party for weight. Your body weight is enough at first. As you particularly calm. Morgan, our cat, adopted our colleagues and friends, I often feel bad gain experience and strength, you can use ad- us. One day, Morgan just showed up. He’s that we don’t serve wine or beer. I’m wonder- ditional weight, either a barbell supported behind ing if there is a polite way to tell our guests to maybe 7 months old. Geneva is very patient your neck and on your shoulders, or you can with Morgan, and actually allows the cat to feel free to bring their own beverages without hold on to weights. When you start using weights, move him around the house. I’m worried that sounding as if we want them to provide them. this isn’t normal. Any thoughts? We wouldn’t mind buying wine or beer our- exercise three times a week with a full day’s rest — A.N.N., St. Paul, MN selves, but since we don’t drink, we have no between exercise sessions. idea what would be considered fine wine or For your abdomen, the bicycle maneuver is one A: Normal, well, no. However, I don’t believe you good beer. Any suggestions? — Eager Host of the best exercises. Lie on the floor and raise You are not socially obligated to have cause to worry unless Geneva has sug- DEAR HOSTS: your legs straight up. Then bend the knees to a provide alcohol for your friends when you entertain. gested with growling, or in some other way, that But because you are open to serving it in your right angle so your lower legs are parallel to the he’s becoming increasingly impatient with Mor- home even though you don’t drink (good for you), floor. Now start pedaling as though you were riding gan. First, find a place where you should seek direction from your local wine a bike. Geneva can find refuge from shop. Any wine seller would be more than happy Readers interested in starting an exercise pro- your pushy kitty, perhaps to give you ideas for what to serve with whatever gram can obtain the booklet on exercise by writing a crate. Be sure you offer meal you are preparing. Guests often offer to bring to: Dr. Donohue — No. 1301W, Box 536475, Or- Morgan lots of opportunities something to a meal. If you are inviting someone lando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money to chase toys rather than your and he or she asks, “Is there anything I can bring?” dog. At least once daily, use You can say, “A bottle of wine or your favorite beer order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the an interactive cat toy (fishing would be great. Thank you. recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow pole-type toy with feathers or four weeks for delivery. fabric) for play. I also suggest a laser light. 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New Main Office with Great Parking! Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation located inside Fenton Community & Cultural Center Dr. Jeremy M. Grove DDS Office Hours 150 S. LeRoy Street • Fenton, MI 48430 501 S. Bridge Street, Linden • 810-735-7511 9am-5pm 810-714-2011 www.dentistinlinden.com www.tctimes.com TRI-COUNTY LIVING Sunday, April 24, 2011 15B Local robotics team featured on GMA ASK THE YOUR By Tim Jagielo three words. The members held cards APPLIANCE [email protected]; 810-433-6795 with the words written on them in order, SMILE On Saturday, Genesee Robotics Area and behind them is Alex Abfelter standing EXPERT MATTERS! Youth Team (G.R.A.Y.T.) beside their finished robot. By: Dr. Steven Sulfaro Leviathon’s Coach Kim “Never in a million The team video featured ro- Help your kitchen go green Weber was watching botics team members Rose Clean Plate, Clean Mind PERIODONTAL DISEASE years did we think that Periodontal disease is an infectious process that causes Good Morning America Joynt and Adam Ezell, both • SAVE UP TO 20 gallons of water by hand the destruction of the supporting structures of the teeth, (GMA) in her home as she it would get on air.” grade 10, and member Ryan -scraping your dishes, instead of running that is, the gums and the alveolar bone. It is the leading often did, when she got a Kim Weber Sawle of Fenton, holding water for your pre-rinse. coach, G.R.A.Y.T. Leviathons cause of tooth loss in adults. Periodontal disease is very nice surprise. Her team’s the cards. • GIVE YOUR DISHES a breath of fresh air common and is present, in some form, in at least half short video clip had been Weber shot the 10-sec- by turning your dishwasher setting to air-dry the adult population. A major contributing factor in the or open the dishwasher after the rinse cycle. development of periodontal disease is the accumulation used in the GMA “Your Three Words” ond video with her team on Feb. 27, shortly of plaque bacteria on the teeth and along the gum line. • HOLD OFF ON washing you dishes until This build up of plaque leads to the release of toxins by video compilation that day. Fans of GMA after their robot had been completed before you have a full load. Your dishwasher uses submit simple videos the district competition the same amount of water per cycle, so fill it the plaque bacteria that causes destructive inflammation See the Video: up with all of your hand-scraped plates. of the gum tissue and underlying supporting jaw bone. that feature and illus- at Kettering University Each individual person is unique. Some people’s bodies trate three words that abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/ in Flint. • GIVE YOUR DISHWASHER a wash of its are much better able to cope and handle the presence of are important to them. words-dreams-true-13389628 Team members and own by running an empty cycle with a citric plaque bacteria than others. They are the one half of the “(My family) thought I acid-based cleaner. The cleaner will remove population that never has to worry about gum disease. their families are ex- soap and calcium build-up that makes your The other 50% of the adult population’s bodies, however, had won the lottery,” said Weber. cited for the exposure, and went on to dishwasher worker harder than it has to. responds to the presence of bacterial plaque with an ex- The team chose their team number the statewide championships at Eastern FOLLOW THESE DO-IT-YOURSELF ENERGY aggerated and over-reactive immune system response. “1322,” “Finished,” and “Robot” as their Michigan University in early April. EFFICIENT TIPS periodically by adding them For some little understood reason these people’s immune to your family calendar. To help prolong the system not only attacks the plaque bacteria but also at- life of your appliances, combine these tips tacks and destroys their periodontal tissues. Periodontal with regular visits from your local appliance disease is a permanent condition. Once the disease has repair professional. started it will always be present. It is never totally cured. VILLAGE OF HOLLY The best we can hope for is to successfully treat the peri- Submit Your Questions to odontal disease condition and keep it from progressing PUBLIC HEARING ON Mr. Appliance and causing further damage. The good news is that when $ periodontal disease is caught early, it is easily treatable WATER AND SEWER RATES and Receive 15 OFF and controlled. The key is early detection. If you haven’t Diagnosis or Repair been to the dentist within the last year, I highly recom- The Village of Holly Council will hold a public hearing to receive written and mend making an appointment for a dental cleaning and verbal comments from citizens regarding the Water and Sewer rates on May 810-629-3035 examination which includes an evaluation of the health 17, 2011 at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers, 315 S. Broad Street, Holly, MI. and well being of your gum tissues. I welcome your questions and comments. Feel free to e-mail me [email protected] Interested persons are encouraged to attend the meeting. Handicapped per- sons needing assistance to attend are asked to contact the village offices at least 48 hours prior to the meeting at (248)634-9571 during regular business hours. Independently Owned & Operated Serving Southern Genesee, Livingston and West Oakland Counties CREATING BEAUTIFUL SMILES FOR OVER 20 YEARS Do you have an appliance question? 607 N. Saginaw St. Holly Cherie Hedrick Call TODAY For Your Appointment Interim Clerk-Treasurer email: [email protected] 248-634-4671 www.mrappliance/greaterlivingstoncounty.com www.sulfarofamilydentistry.com

NOTICE ROSE TOWNSHIP 2011 ANNUAL SPRING ROADSIDE CLEAN-UP DAYS

Rose Township will hold its annual Roadside Clean-Up for residents and property owners on the following date:

Saturday May 14, 2011 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Residents and township organizations are encouraged to participate in the clean-up of the roadsides.

Rose Township will hold its annual Re-Use Day for residents and property owners on the following date:

Friday May 13, 2011 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Dumpsters will be located in the Rose Township Park located on the northwest cor- ner of Milford Road and West Rose Center Road. Refuse to be disposed of must be transported to the dumpsters. THERE IS NO ROADSIDE PICK UP. No commercial dumping will be allowed. BRAD HOFFMAN INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. Constable Emile Bair will be on duty to verify residence and/or property owner- ship. Fire department personnel will be there to assist with loading materials into “Serving the area over 38 years” the dumpsters. Propane tanks will be accepted. No barrels, gas or fuel oil tanks, 102 S. Leroy Street • Fenton, MI • 810-629-4991 stumps, brush or concrete will be accepted. Paint cans must be empty or filled with sand or cat litter. Each household will be permitted four (4) car tires; additional tires will be accepted at a price of $4.00 per tire and $25.00 per tire for tractor or large truck tires.

Burning permits to allow the burning of leaves and brush are available by telephone at (248) 634-2620.

Bags for cleaning roadsides will be available at the Rose Township Offices, 9080 Mason Street, Holly, Michigan beginning April 18, 2011 until May 13, 2011 and also at the clean-up day location on clean-up day.

Rose Township’s regular recycling date is May 7, 2011. Residents may call 248- 634-7551 with any questions.

Debbie Miller Rose Township Clerk Lake Fenton softball cruises past Byron in doubleheader sweep By David Troppens and did quite well, tossing a one-hitter in an “Coach always said just in case we need to [email protected] 8-1 victory against Byron in the second game mix things up, they could throw me in there, Lake Fenton — Allie Newman is of a doubleheader. but my position is third base.” known for her bat at the plate and her The Blue Devils’ Paula Valacek was pretty The Blue Devils were never in danger in ei- glove at third base. good in the first game as well. She tossed a ther game. They scored two runs in the first Maybe she should be known for her two-hitter in the opener, leading the Blue Dev- inning of the opening game — with New- pitching as well. ils to an 11-1 victory at home in a six-inning man providing a two-run single in that stanza Newman did pitch a little during her contest. — and never trailed. A four-run third blew freshman season, but since then hasn’t Newman was pleased with her circle perfor- the first game open. Jessica Keller and New- made an appearance in the circle for the mance. man singled and both moved up on a fielder’s Lake Fenton varsity softball team — at “I haven’t pitched since the ninth grade,” choice grounder off of Alexis Melton’s bat least not until Thursday. she said. “It’s the first time I’ve been pitching that got no one out. Valacek followed with an The senior standout pitched her at practice, but that’s about all. I was a little bit RBI-single, that plated an additional run on an first game in about three years nervous, but I like pitching. See SOFTBALL on 18B

Lake Fenton’s Allie Newman sports SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 2011 PAGE 16B Holly boys track Holly girls TRI-COUNTY TIMES DAVID TROPPENS track remains notches meet sweep Holly long jumper Thomas Peake undefeated By David Troppens Linden.” won the long [email protected] The Holly boys were pretty jump during a By David Troppens Ortonville — When people dominant from the start. Their [email protected] meet with Linden talk about contenders in the Flint 3,200 relay team of Keon Ellison, Ortonville — The Holly Metro League in the track world, Jared Schuermann, Mike McCar- and Brandon on varsity girls track and field the Holly Bronchos seemingly ty and Davis Nixon opened with Wednesday. team expected Wednesday to are always in the conversation as a convincing win with a time of be a big day toward figuring a contender. 8:35.6, and Dallas Crandell fol- out who the Metro League And that hasn’t changed this lowed that by winning the 110 leaders may be this season. year, apparently. hurdles (15.8). In all, the Bron- The Bronchos proved that The Holly boys track and field cho boys won 10 events, with two they may be the team to beat team, who earlier this season won runners winning a pair of races. at Brandon High School. the prestigous MSU Playmakers Crandell was one of those With defending champions Indoor Track and Field Meet, participants that won two indi- Oxford out of the league, Holly came out of the wet and cold vidual races. He also won the and Brandon were condidered weather conditions at Brandon 300 hurdles (41.45). Mean- two of the favorites this year. High School on Wednesday with while, Schuermann won the And Holly packed a pretty con- a convincing sweep. The Holly two distance events, winning the vincing punch against Bran- boys defeated tri-county rival 1,600 (4:45.00) and the 3,200 don, defeating them 99-38. The Linden 87-50 and also beat the (10:27.70). Bronchos also defeated Linden host Brandon Blackhawks 114- The Bronchos had four other 110-27. Linden lost to Brandon 23. individual winners. Thomas 77-58 as well. Linden managed a split, de- Peake won the long jump (19- “It wasn’t bad. Honestly, it feating Brandon 115-22. feet-7 1/2), while Davis Dixon was OK,” Holly coach Rob The Bronchos’ team is now 4-0 won the 800 (2:05.09). Joey Basydlo said. “I was happy in Metro action and seem on the Spencer earned a first in the pole how they came out to compete same path they usually are on — vault (11-6), and Ellison won the and were focused. I have what one of being a Metro contender. 400 (52.27). I call a face check. I want to It was just in 2009 that the Bron- The Bronchos capped the see how hard it looks in your chos won their last Metro crown. night by winning the 1,600 relay face after an event, and all of “We are happy because Linden (3:35.70) with the team of John our face checks looked pretty is one of the top four teams in Williams, Ellison, Zack Deihl good.” the league and they were our first and Nixon. The Bronchos, the win- measuring stick,” Holly coach Linden may have had the top ners of the MSU Playmak- Rob Basydlo said. “Creek is roll- performer overall at the meet ers Indoor Track and Field ing in next week and we have with freshman Ted Parcher. He Invitational earlier this year, Fenton in there, too. But it is nice won the 100 (10.9) and the 200 See GIRLS on 19B to know where we are against See BOYS on 19B

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Boys & Girls Teams U8-U18 June 18 & 19 VISIT @ Genesee Fieldhouse LittleKrittersSoccer.com • All Programs Start • September 6 Visit BoltonMi.com for more information, or call for more info and to register • Fall Registration for Try-Outs or call: 810.714.5575 Now Open–Spots 810-593-0446 [email protected] Are Limited! email: [email protected] www.tctimes.com TRI-COUNTY SPORTS Sunday, April 24, 2011 17B Fenton softball finally starts season, splits with West By Al Zipsie rick then hit a grounder, and the [email protected]; 810-433-6789 Panthers opted to not throw to first TRI-COUNTY TIMES I SCOTT SCHUPBACH Fenton — With the bad weath- when Johnson did a juke, drawing Fenton’s Sierra Hollis slides into a base er causing havoc and cancelling the throw to second. Johnson start- safely during the Tigers’ doubleheader games, the Fenton softball team ed to dive back when the throw split with Lapeer West on Thursday. was chomping at the bit to finally went into the outfield, allowing the get on the field. game-winning run to score. The Tigers won the season “It was kind of instinct,” John- opener and Metro opener, begin- son said. “I thought I could get ning play with a thrilling 11-10 back or get in a pickle play and be walk-off extra-inning win. Lapeer safe. I overheard a lot of yelling West salvaged a split, earning a 6-3 and was rounding third and was victory in the second game. going to score. We were so excited “Lapeer West had four games to finally play. We were ready to go under their belt already coming in,” out in the snow.” Fenton coach Rick Bescoe said. “It “We are pretty aggressive in was encouraging for the girls to fi- what we need to do on the bases,” nally play. Not playing because of Bescoe said. “For me, I knew she the weather has been brutal.” would be scoring. It wasn’t so Speed kills, and that proved to much coaching as it was encourag- Tigers jumped out to a 3-0 lead Kendrick. West went back ahead ripped a double that cut the Pan- be true as senior Gabi Johnson ing her to round third and score. in the opening inning on two-out with two runs in the fifth. thers lead to 4-3 after six innings, scored the winning run in the first “We just needed to get the rust RBI-triples from Sammi Cowger. The Tigers deadlocked the game but that is as close as Fenton got. game in the bottom of the eighth off some.” Johnson followed with an RBI- at 10-all on a two-out error in the West’s pitcher Justina Salterelli inning. Tied at 10-all, Johnson led Making her varsity debut, Ellie single. sixth inning. Shortstop Sierra Hol- kept Fenton off balance with 11 off with a walk. She advanced to Cowger relieved her older sister Fenton struck for five runs and lis turned a slick double play, set- strikeouts. Johnson led the Tigers second on a fielder’s choice off of Sammi Cowger in the opener, toss- a 9-8 lead in the fourth with RBI- ting up the win in the eighth inning. on the day with four hits and four Marina Cleis’ bat. Ashley Kend- ing 3 2/3 of scoreless relief. The doubles by Sarah Halstead and In the second game, Kendrick runs batted in. Fenton girls soccer Lake Fenton baseball sweeps twinbill with Byron drops Metro League By David Troppens The Blue Devils (5-0) gradually blew opener vs. West, 1-0 [email protected]; 810-433-6789 the game open with four runs in the third, Lake Fenton — Things are going two in the fourth and four more in the By Al ZIpsie good for Blake Bordeau and the Lake fifth. They used eight hits and 10 walks [email protected]; 810-433-6789 Fenton varsity baseball team these days. to fortify their attack. Mitch Kirk was the Fenton — The Fenton varsity girls They can win beautifully and ugly biggest offensive star, collecting three soccer team got plenty of shots off, but these days, as Thursday’s doubleheader hits, three runs scored and an RBI. Mean- they could not get any past the wall pro- against Byron proved. while, Spencer Quick had two RBI. vided by Lapeer West keeper Lauren Starting pitcher Bordeau provided the The nightcap was a sloppy game, to Weeks. beautiful side of the doubleheader, toss- say the least. Weeks had a shutout as Lapeer West ing a three-hitter, leading the Blue Devils Symbolically, the Blue Devils opened defeated Fenton 1-0 in the Metro League to a 10-0 victory in the opener at Lake the scoring when Kirk walked and even- season opener Wednesday on a cold, Fenton High School. Finally, despite col- tually scored on a passed ball. As the windy night under the lights. lecting just four hits and allowing four TRI-COUNTY TIMES I DAVID TROPPENS game continued, the two teams would “Lauren Weeks is the best goalie in the runs after a passed ball on a third-out Lake Fenton’s Devin Evans snares a ball score eight runs on passed balls or wild state,” said Fenton coach Matt Sullivan. strikeout in one inning, the Blue Devils during the Blue Devils’ doubleheader pitches and another two on catcher er- “It was a great game. It wasn’t that we captured a victory in what was an ugly sweep of Byron on Thursday. rors. The pitchers also struggled, walking didn’t play well on offense. We got plen- 14-6 victory in the nightcap. a total of 15 batters and hitting one bat- me up,” Bordeau said. “That’s basically ty of shots off. It’s not going to be easy Bordeau and his defense were the story ter. In fact, the two teams combined for against a goalie like her anyhow, but with in the first game. Bordeau struck out just what happened. I try to have my team 20 runs with the aid of just one run-pro- the wind it was tough to get it going. The three batters, but threw strikes all game help me. I’m not too worried about strik- ducing hit — a two-run single by Lake girls yelled and talked to each other better long, resulting in no walks. His defense ing too many people out. I just try to Fenton’s Kyle Felix in the Blue Devils’ than any other game, including some they played strong behind him. throw strikes and let my defense do the six-run sixth. dominated. We put up a great fight all the “I threw strikes and my fielders backed job.” See TWINBILL on 19B way to the end.” Lapeer West scored 15:50 into the first half, as Ali Jung scored on a odd-man rush. With the conditions, the goal held Spring Start Up Sale Going on Now! up to be the only one scored. Fenton (3-2-1) put the pressure up to try and tie the game in the second half. % Fenton keeper Alyssa Ostrowski, who Huge Savings 20 is headed to play basketball in college, made a nice save in heavy traffic after a on all to Panthers’ side kick. She also made anoth- er strong stop with 2:10 remaining. Baseball % The Tigers had chances to tie. Fenton had one last chance with seven seconds Gear left to score, only to have West clear the off ball downfield to secure the win. The 70 Panthers got off a shot at the final horn but it bounced off the top of the goal post on All BATS to make the final 1-0. Slow Pitch, Fast Pitch, “We had the shots on a good goalie. We Seniors and Baseball kept trying until the end,” said Samantha Expires 4/30/11 Granger. Fenton’s freshman Allison Cialkosze- wski fired off a shot from the left side that just missed finding the net with 3:35 left. One last near-miss came on a 15-foot shot from in front of the goal with 1:35 left. “We just had to face them in the open- DIAMOND SPORT GEAR er,” Sullivan said. “The (Metro) is not go- 1580 N. Leroy St. Fenton • 810.629.0718 ing to be easy. All games will be tough.” Fenton travels to Linden on Tuesday. www.DiamondSportGear.com • M-F 9am–6pm • SAT 10-4 18B Sunday, April 24, 2011 TRI-COUNTY SPORTS www.tctimes.com WHAT’S ON Fenton baseball sweeps Metro opener TELEVISION? By Al Zipsie [email protected]; 810-433-6789 Fenton — Fenton varsity baseball SATURDAY coach Chad Logan and senior slugger Ja- BASEBALL mie Garcia both said it — “hitting is con- tagious.” (FOX)...... Chicago at Detroit...... 4 p.m. It may be a baseball cliche’, but nothing HOCKEY else could describe what happened in the third inning of the second game for Fenton (NBC)...... NY Rangers at Washington...... 3 p.m. Thursday. After being held scoreless with- out a hit over the first two frames, the Ti- (VS)...... Montreal at Boston...... 7 p.m. gers (2-0, 4-5) sent 16 hitters to the plate, (VS)...... Tampa Bay at Pittsburgh...... 9:30 p.m. racked up 11 hits and scored 13 runs. It was enough as Fenton won that game 13-3 (VS)...... Los Angeles at San Jose...... 10:30 p.m. in five innings. They also won the opener GOLF 9-5 against West. “That was uncommon to have those (NBC)...... Champions: Liberty Mutual...... 1 p.m. kind of numbers in one at bat. We needed an inning like that,” said Fenton coach (GOLF)...... PGA: The Heritage...... 1 p.m. Chad Logan. “Hitting is always a little TRI-COUNTY TIMES I SCOTT SCHUPBACH (CBS)...... PGA: The Heritage...... 3 p.m. behind pitching at the start of the season. Hitting is contagious. That was good for Fenton’s Derek Jenkins (left) tags a Lapeer West player during the Tigers’ doubleheader RACING our team’s psyche. We had some problems sweep of the Panthers on Thursday. scoring early and we had good pitching to- (ESPN2)...... Nationwide Series qualifying...... Noon tied at 3-all. a two-run double and then Garcia hit a day from several guys.” Chad Schupbach, who was 4-for-6, fol- two-run home run. (ESPN)...... Nationwide Series race...... 3 p.m. Fenton’s senior Ryan Surface had three lowed with an RBI-single. Garcia and Der- “It was a fastball straight down the hits on the day and won the second game BASKETBALL ek Jenkins had back-to-back hits followed middle of the plate,” Garcia said. “I didn’t on the mound. Surface allowed only one by Mowery’s RBI hit. The floodgates were know if it would go. I just hit hard. I don’t (TNT)...... Chicago at Indiana...... 2 p.m. earned run when the Panthers scored all just opening. Kyle Schrade had a bunt go up looking for home runs.” three of their runs in the top of the third. single, driving in a run and plating another The lead held up as David Lenzi notched (TNT)...... Dallas at Portland...... 4:30 p.m. But those three runs, all scored in the on a bad throw. Delecki singled and Ra- the pitching win, allowing seven hits, third, didn’t matter after Fenton’s 13-run (ESPN)...... San Antonio at Memphis...... 8 p.m. chor reached on an infield hit. Jenkins and while striking out 11 in 6 1/3 innings of explosion. Ryan Delecki was hit by a pitch Mowery singled and Surface drove in two work. Josh Bryant came on to get the save (ESPN)...... Oklahoma City at Denver...... 10:30 p.m. to get it started and Steve Rachor drew a with a hit. Schupbach followed with a two- with two strikeouts on six straight pitches. walk. Kyle Jenkins laid down a perfectly SUNDAY run single, capping the 13-run inning. “We won our first 12 games last year in placed bunt to load the bases. Eric Mow- Fenton trailed 3-2 until a five-run fourth the league and then lost our last six,” Gar- GOLF ery hit a two-run single and Surface fol- in the first game. The big blows came from cia said. “We have players back and won’t lowed with an RBI-single. The game was Schupbach and Garcia. Schupbach ripped let that happen this year.” (NBC)...... Champions: Liberty Mutual...... 1 p.m. (GOLF)...... PGA: The Heritage...... 1 p.m. PREP REPORT SOFTBALL (CBS)...... PGA: The Heritage...... 3 p.m. Continued from Page 16B TENNIS for Fenton were Kira Rentschler in the shot HOCKEY error. A wild pitch scored Melton, and  Holly 7, Clio 1: Singles winners for Holly put (24-0) and the discus (95-0), Brittany Shelby Beckmann plated another run with were Shannen Renehan (No. 1), Bri Rodri- Robinson in the long jump (15-0) and the an RBI-groundout. Lake Fenton added (NBC)...... Stanley Cup playoffs...... 3 p.m. guez (No. 2) and Tabitha Steigerwald (No. 200 (27.8) and Alyssa Sander in the 100 two runs in the fourth when Newman’s (VS)...... Stanley Cup playoffs...... 7 p.m. 3). Doubles winners were Stephanie Collier hurdles (17.2) and the 300 hurdles (52.3). and Carley Postma (No. 1), Halie Weiss and Taylor Thorpe won the pole vault (7-0), while ground out plated Alyssa McCoy, who (vs)...... Stanley Cup playoffs...... 9:30 p.m. Audrey Crimmins (No. 2), Cortney Munger Alessandra Kozlowski won the 100 (12.69). walked. In the sixth, Beckmann capped the and Leah Moller (No. 3) and Natalie Clink The Tigers also won the 3,200 relay (10:53), game with the mercy rule with a two-run BASKETBALL and Jessica Aderhold (No. 4). the 800 relay (1:55.59), and the 1,600 relay single, plating Ashley Rinks, who reached SOFTBALL (4:40.1). on an error, and Melton, who singled. (ABC)...... Miami at Philadelphia...... 1 p.m.  Linden 14-14, Mt. Morris 5-7: Katie BOYS TRACK AND FIELD In the nightcap, Lake Fenton (6-0) Berlin went 5-for-10 at the plate with six  Fenton 83, Lapeer East 54; Fenton (ABC)...... Boston at New York...... 3:30 p.m. scored two runs in the first inning on a RBI. Kaitlyn Dunleavy was 8-for-10 with two 72, Swartz Creek 61: The Tigers won three walk and two errors. They added another (TNT)...... Orlando at Atlanta...... 7 p.m. doubles. Morgan Grantner was the winning relays to spark the sweep. The 3,200 relay pitcher in the first game, and had the save in team of Chase Roney, Nick Jones, Max three in the second on singles by McCoy, (TNT)...... LA Lakers at New Orleans...... 9:30 p.m. the second. She also had three hits. Taylor Kryza and Matt Gilbert (8:41.57) won as did Alex Wilkinson and Newman. They add- Wilson doubled and had two singles. the 1,600 relay team of Aaron Felts, Con- ed another run in the third and another in BASEBALL BASEBALL nor Sweeney, Gilbert and Kryza (3:40.21). the fourth on Valacek’s RBI-single. The fi-  Goodrich 8-5, Holly 5-3: Goodrich The 800 relay team of Trenton Grimes, Riley nal run was plated in the sixth when New- (FSD)...... Chicago at Detroit...... 1 p.m. pitcher Matt Glowacki tossed a no-hitter in Chapin, Alec Anderson and Aaron Felts man doubled and scored on an error off of the opening game. In the second contest, (1:37.02) also won. Individual winners were (TBS)...... Los Angeles at Chicago...... 2:15 p.m. Valacek’s bat. Holly’s Brent Smiles hit a two-run double, Chapin in the long jump (18-7 1/2) and “I think we are going to do really good (EPSN)...... Cincinnati at St. Louis...... 8 p.m. and Max Lambert drove in the other run with Gilbert in the 800 (2:01.15). an RBI-ground out. Holly is 5-2. SOCCER this year,” Newman said. “I definitely have high expectations. I like everything. GIRLS TRACK & FIELD  Linden 3, Goodrich 2: Sam Thorton,  Fenton 102, Lapeer East 35; Fenton Megan Harp and Mary-Kathryn Fiebernitz We all are good players and we get along 104, Swartz Creek 29: The Tigers had an each had goals, while Fiebernitz and Brandi pretty great.” FREE COIN impressive start to the Metro season, win- Juengel had assists. In net, Lexi Downes Lake Fenton hosts Goodrich on Mon- APPRAISALS ning 12 events. Individual double-winners had five saves. day for a doubleheader. We pay 5 to 27 times the face value of U.S. Silver Coins Must present coupon. Get A Professional Up to 0411tri Coin Expert Specializing in Coins & Currency off your Cash Back EVERY will be available to you! with a Zero THING! insurance Deductible On purchases over $200. Expires 6/14/11. Must present coupon. One coupon per BUY OR SELL www.autooneinc.com deductible on customer. May not be redeemed for cash GOLD • SILVER • COPPER or applied to gift cards. 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Ridal in the 400 (1:03.48) and Breanna Konopitski in the 800 (2:30.67) on the track. It was on the field events that Holly really dominated the overall firsts. Jenna Mitchell won the discus (105-5), while Elizabeth Hawley took the top spot in the shot put (31-10 1/2), Kaylee Harris won the long jump (14-1 1/2), while Megan Piwowarski won the high jump (4-6). Ra- chel Domagalski won the pole vault (9-0). “Live here for the Best of Your Life” “That was one of our strengths going into the year,” Basydlo said about his For your enjoyment… track performers. We know we are strong exercise room, billiard table, in the high jump and pole vault and decent shuffleboard court and in the long jump. We know our throwers putting green are available. are really strong in the shot, and getting Abbey Park has a library/computer there in the discus.” TRI-COUNTY TIMES I DAVID TROPPENS room, beauty/barber shop, The Bronchos also won two relays. The Holly’s Breanna Konopitski (front) country store, ice cream parlor, 3,200 relay team (10:17.8) of Ridal, Abby takes the baton from teammate Abby coffee shop, movie theater Lewandowski, Konopitski and Melissa Lewandowski during the 3,200 relay on and chapel. Bott took a first, as did the 1,600 relay Wednesday. team (4:22.10) of Ridal, Bott, Tatum Har- mon and Konopitski. beat Brandon, and we knew we had to be Designed to enhance an The Linden Eagles had some firsts outstanding to beat Holly because they are independent senior lifestyle, themselves. Sydney Elmer was the area’s so deep. Overall we did well. We were Abbey Park will help you realize only two-time individual winner. She a little injured and sick, but we still had your retirement dreams. The quiet won the 1,600 (5:42.00) and the 3,200 some girls get personal records despite the elegance of our traditionally styled (12:26.42). Meanwhile, Kristen Resseguie weather.” apartment residence, surrounded by won the 300 hurdles (52.58). The wins put Holly at the top of the beautifully landscaped grounds and “I thought it went pretty well,” Linden Metro standings with a 4-0 mark, with just secure courtyards, reflect the coach David Elmer said. “We knew we four duals remaining. Holly shared the luxurious accommodations within. needed to run an almost perfect meet to Metro League title in 2009.

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