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Look forthe CalhounCounty Fair sectionin this issue

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Becky Darr McGriff passed onMarch 22 2014 In her honor

we are still fighting to find a curefor Cancer Help us help others

in our community Join us

Sweet Kreationsfor you

Becky Brownie BashAugust 9th bull 10am-3pm

95 W Michigan Ave

Join us for over $4000 in prizes to be raffled away -

EVERY 15 MIN A WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED

100 raffle money 30 of brownies money sold

amp t-shirt money will be donated to a non-profit

helping people in Calhoun County with

medical costs amp medication

Events Calendar September 2014

A member of Ascension Healthreg

Borgess EventsBorgess Better Breathers ClubGroup support for individuals with

respiratory issues (COPD emphysema

bronchitis) and their caregivers

Held the first Thursday of each month

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Thursday September 4 5 to 6 pm

Free Registration required Please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135 or

visit wellnessborgesscom to register

Bariatric Surgery Support GroupFor patients who have undergone

bariatric surgery

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Tuesday September 9 630 to 8 pm

Saturday September 20 9 to 1030 am

Free Call (269) 2266863 or visit

bariatricsborgesscom for more

information

Bariatric Surgery SeminarFor those considering bariatric surgery

Borgess Medical Center

Lawrence Education Center

Wednesday September 10 6 to 8 pm

Saturday September 13 10 am to Noon

Free Registration required Please

call (269) 2266863 to register or visit

bariatricsborgesscom to watch

our online bariatric seminar

WomenHeart Support GroupA support group for women with

heart disease

Borgess Medical Center

Lawrence Education Center

Thursday September 11 630 to 8 pm

Free Contact Amy at (269) 7465761 or

wh-gtrkalamazoowomenheartorg

to learn more

Alzheimerrsquos Disease Research StudyLocal doctors are currently conducting

a clinical research study to test

whether an investigational drug can

help maintain memory and day-to-day

living in people with mild Alzheimerrsquos

disease Participants must be between

the ages of 50 and 90 and have been

diagnosed with mild or probable

mild Alzheimerrsquos disease For more

information call the Borgess Research

Institute at (269) 2264803

Touchdown for DiabetesHelp diabetics without health insurance

tackle their disease for a longer life

Cole Community Solutions Inc

sponsors this fundraiser Cole Century

Buick-Cadillac-GMC will transform

its dealership into a tailgate party

for guests to socialize eat browse

silent auction items and enjoy

entertainmentmdashall in support of

diabetes patient care

Thursday October 2 630 to 930 pm

To learn more or to purchase tickets

please visit touchdowndiabetescom

For a complete list or more information about what Borgess has to offer please visit wellnessborgesscom Want the latest classes events and health screenings sent directly to your inbox You can also sign up for the Borgess Bulletin e-newsletter there as well

Borgess Health amp Fitness CenterTrsquoai ChiTrsquoai Chi is a series of movements done

in slow motion which produce a high

degree of balance flexibility relaxation

and coordination

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Tuesdays amp Thursdays September 4-

October 23 10 to 1055 am

$68 BHFC members $50 Registration

required To register please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

Tae Kwon Domdash Adult Youth amp Family Tae Kwon Do is a non-contact

organization that teaches people how

to defend themselves Students gain

confidence dexterity and coordination

For ages 8 and older

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Saturdays September 6-October 25

2 to 330 pm

Cost $50family $20individual

Registration required To register

call (269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

Outdoor Boot CampThis intense outdoor training includes

strength and cardio endurance with

calorie burning and fat loss Results will

be measured with a simplified fitness

test at the beginning and end of camp

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Mondays amp Wednesdays September 8-

October 29 530 to 630 pm

$60 BHFC members $23 Registration

required To register please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

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and children as well as child safety

and blood borne pathogens This is a

credentialed AHA Heartsaver course

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Saturday September 20

9 am to 330 pm

$65 Registration required Please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135 or

visit wellnessborgesscom to register

For a complete list and further information about classes at Borgess Health amp Fitness Center please visit fitnessborgesscom

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2014

2014-2015 District CalendarAugust 4 Life of an Athlete Meetings LMS aud

(600 pm HS athletes 730 pm MS athletes)August 12 Registration Day (K-12) 12 noon ndash 800 pmAugust 12 Picture Day (LHS and LMS during registration)August 26 5th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 100 pm LMSAugust 27 Meet the Teacher (K-8)August 28 9th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 1200 pm LHSSeptember 1 Labor DaySeptember 2 1st Day of SchoolSeptember 19 12 DayOctober 1 Count DayOctober 10 HomecomingOctober 17 12 DayNovember 4 No School Election DayNovember 14 12 DayNovember 20 12 DayNovember 21 12 DayNovember 26 - 28 No School Thanksgiving BreakDecember 5 12 DayDec22 ndash Jan 2No School Winter BreakFebruary 11 Count DayFebruary 13 12 DayFebruary 26 12 DayFebruary 27 12 DayMarch 20 12 DayApril 3 No SchoolApril 6 ndash 10No School Spring BreakMay 1 12 DayMay 25 No School Memorial DayJune 412 DayJune 512 Day Last Day of School

All 1frasl2 days are early release with schools dismissing according to the schedules below

School Day Start amp End TimesElementary Schools (grades K-4)Full Day ndash 840 am ndash 345 pm12 Day ndash 840 am ndash 1205 pmLakeview Middle School (grades 5-8)Full Day ndash 750 am ndash 300 pm12 Day ndash 750 am ndash 1115 amLakeview High School (grades 9-12)Full Day ndash 745 am ndash 250 pm12 Day ndash 745 am ndash 1120 pm

Welcome Back To SchoolWelcome Back To SchoolRegistration Information

Registration Day is Tuesday August 12 1200 noon ndash 800 pm All new andreturning students grades K-12 need to attend registration Please plan tostop by your childrsquos school that day to register himher for fall

New to the DistrictPlease contact the school your

child will attend and a staffmember will be happy to assistyou with the enrollmentprocess For information onelementary attendance bound-aries please contact theTransportation Office at 565-2491

KindergartenEligibility

Children who will turn 5 yearsold on or before October 12014 are eligible to attendkindergarten in the fall Pleasecontact your neighborhood ele-mentary school for enrollmentinformation

School Meal ProgramOnline Account Managementndash For information on manag-ing your childrsquos meal accountonline visit wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunch

Free and Reduced MealApplications

Lakeview School District par-ticipates in the NationalSchool Lunch and Breakfastprogram to provide free andreduced meals to childrenwith financial needApplication forms may besubmitted online atw w w L u n c h A p p c o mlthttpwwwlunchappcomApplications are also avail-able online at wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunchgtand in your childrsquos schooloffice Free and reducedmeal applications must berenewed each school year

2014-2015 School Meal Prices

Grades K-4 Grades 5-12 Breakfast $135 $135 Lunch $230 $240 Milk $045 $045 Reduced Breakfast $030 Reduced Lunch $040

TransportationTransportation representa-tives will be available at eachbuilding during registrationParents are asked to confirmwhether or not their child willneed bus transportation atthat time

Contact InformationSuperintendent Dave Peterson dpetersonlakeviewspartansorg 565-2400Transportation Angela Bishop abishoplakeviewspartansorg 565-2490Food Service Laura Reynolds LReynolds2lakeviewspartansorg 565-3757Child CareMary Dolbee mdolbeelakeviewspartansorg 565-2405High School PrincipalJeffrey Bohl jbohllakeviewspartansorg 565-3700Middle School Principal Mike Norstrom mnorstromlakeviewspartansorg 565-3900Minges Brook Elementary PrincipalLaura Williams lwilliamslakeviewspartansorg 565-4500Prairieview Elementary PrincipalDon Hoaglin dhoaglinlakeviewspartansorg 565-4600Riverside Elementary PrincipalDenise Myers dmyerslakeviewspartansorg 565-4700Westlake Elementary PrincipalCarol Disler cdislerlakeviewspartansorg 565-4900

Child CareLakeviewrsquos Child Care program offers before andafter school care for children in grades K-4Enrollment forms and fee information are availableon the district website atwwwlakeviewspartansorg lthttpwwwlakeviews-partansorggt lthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggtlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggt and by con-tacting the Child Care Office at 565-2405 To ensure the best service possible advanced reg-istration is required

where are you goingInspiring amp experienced Early Learning Coordinator

Conveniently located in revitalized growing

ldquoRebuild the Dreamrdquo neighborhoods

Strong safety procedures for trusted security

Quality dedicated teachers with low turnover

Ongoing teacher training

Concentration on Early Childhood Education

Great Start Readiness Program for 4 year olds

High Scope Curriculum in preschool program

District-wide STEM focused curriculum

Science Technology Engineering amp Mathematics

Wide range of opportunities in the Arts

Individualized Student Support

Early Learning Literacy Pilot Project

Bilingual family support

For more information call (269) 660-5821

A quality k-12 education from Battle Creek Public Schools

unlocked a world of opportunity for Terry Burleson

A 2005 graduate of Battle Creek Central Terry is an

example of the many students who thrive in our

uniquely diverse learning environment that offers

more choices and more experience that lead to

educational excellence

Under the caring leadership and instruction of Battle Creek

Public Schoolrsquos dedicated staff Terry received the knowledge

and inspiration to follow his dreams His high school counselor

at BC Central saw Terryrsquos potential and encouraged him to

consider attending the University of Michigan And he did

just that with great success

After graduating from one of the top universities in the

country Terry has now returned to Battle Creek Public Schools

as a member of our outstanding staff working with students to

help them understand the importance of a college education

and how they can obtain it

At Battle Creek Public Schools our students are

going places And we help them get there

The place to be the place to stay

Where are you going

Terry Burlesonmdash

a journey of success from BCPS to Uof M and back again

Please call and schedule your FREEBack to School Vision Screening with

Dr Audrey Farnsworth on Tuesday mornings in August

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269-968-8183

2014

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Special section provided by these two local publications

Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Bosserd Family FarmOpen Daily 9-6Gift Certificates

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Verona Rd

Michigan Ave

15 Mile Rd

O

1-12 miles west of Marshall

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SweetCorn

Peppers and Green BeansCucumbers bull Zucchini

Onions bull Potatoes and TomatoesSALES IN GREENHOUSE ON ALL PLANTS

STEAKS ROASTS AND BURGER FOR THE GRILL

Belcher-McPherson Auction Company

URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

itrsquos motocross

Hoffman Ag Service LTD

ldquoService is our businessrdquo21521 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI

269-781-2245 269-781-4352 or 888-289-5676

bull Fertilizer amp Chemicals bull Pioneer Seedsbull Buying amp Trucking Grain

Come out andsupport our 4-H

youth byattending thelarge amp small

animalauctions at thehellip

BUYING AND SELLING GRAIN

CalhounCounty FAIRAugust 10th-16th

We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Marshall bull 227 W Michigan Ave (269) 781-2348Battle Creek bull 512 Riverside Dr (269) 968-6811Battle Creek bull 146 North Ave (269) 964-4674

Family owned and operated in Marshall and Battle Creek for over 19 years

Heritage Cleaners sends special wishes for a fun andsuccessful fair week to

Ava KarabaErica KarabaGavin KarabaandTaylor Karaba

JILL BURGETTCNHP LPN

269-968-43188090 CALVIN RD BATTLE CREEK MI 49017

10 OFF NEW CUSTOMERS

Certified Natural Health Professionals

Rosemary Davis REALTORSreg

210 West Michigan AvenueMarshall MI 49068

Accredited Staging Professional Realtor(269) 781-9847 Office x131(269) 274-2574 Mobile(800) 491-3005 Toll Free(269) 781-8114 FaxE-mail nancystulberggmailcomWebsite www4homeseekerscom

NANCY STULBERGtrade

ASP REALTORreg

Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

LAUTENSLAGER-LIPSEY INCAmana Whirlpool Maytag

303 E Michigan AveMarshall MI 49068Ph 269-781-3612

wwwlautenslagerlipseycom

Hopes the 166th Calhoun CountyFair is a Great Success

400 S SuperiorAlbion MI 49224Ph 517-629-2221

Where Quality amp Service Still Count

138 W Michigan Ave bull Marshall MIPhone 269-781-3491

Good Luck4-H Exhibitors

Hermanrsquos MarshallHARDWARE and ANNEX

Serving Marshall since 1971

NEED TO SELL SOMETHINGCall 269-965-3955 to place your ad in the Battle Creek Shopper News

or 269-781-5444 for an ad in the Marshall ChronicleAd-Visor

Marshallrsquos Hometown Complete Automotive Service amp Repair Shop

269-781-9030220 WEST MICHIGANMARSHALL MI

Good Luckhellip4Hers at the

164th Calhoun County Fair

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Mon-Thur 730am - 8pm bull Fri 730am - 530pm bull Sat 8am - 2pm

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EVERYTHING IN-BETWEEN

Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Farmers LivestockMarketing Services

833 E Emmett Battle Creek269-962-7591

wwwfarmers-livestockcom

We are your local dealer forhellip

KENT FEEDSSIOUX LIVESTOCK GATES

PFIZER PRODUCTSRITCHIE WATER SYSTEMS

Sale every Wednesday at 100 pmSheep amp Small Animal Sales

1st amp 3rd Saturday at 1200 pm

GOOD LUCK TO ALL EXHIBITORSAT THE 2014 YOUTH FAIR

The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Calhoun County

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Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

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Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

Page 16 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

1201 W Michigan AveMarshall Michigan 49068

269-781-5154

Service and Parts HoursMonday-Friday 730 - 600

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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~ Celebrating 165 Years ~

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

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Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

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Page 2: Battle Creek Shopper News

Why Sell Your Gold To Premier Jewelers

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(269) 282-03721270 E Columbia Ave

(across from Marathon Beside Justice Fence)Call for Hours

$1000 Menrsquos amp Kids Cuts

$1500Womenrsquos Cuts

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Back To SchoolSpecials

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Becky Darr McGriff passed onMarch 22 2014 In her honor

we are still fighting to find a curefor Cancer Help us help others

in our community Join us

Sweet Kreationsfor you

Becky Brownie BashAugust 9th bull 10am-3pm

95 W Michigan Ave

Join us for over $4000 in prizes to be raffled away -

EVERY 15 MIN A WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED

100 raffle money 30 of brownies money sold

amp t-shirt money will be donated to a non-profit

helping people in Calhoun County with

medical costs amp medication

Events Calendar September 2014

A member of Ascension Healthreg

Borgess EventsBorgess Better Breathers ClubGroup support for individuals with

respiratory issues (COPD emphysema

bronchitis) and their caregivers

Held the first Thursday of each month

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Thursday September 4 5 to 6 pm

Free Registration required Please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135 or

visit wellnessborgesscom to register

Bariatric Surgery Support GroupFor patients who have undergone

bariatric surgery

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Tuesday September 9 630 to 8 pm

Saturday September 20 9 to 1030 am

Free Call (269) 2266863 or visit

bariatricsborgesscom for more

information

Bariatric Surgery SeminarFor those considering bariatric surgery

Borgess Medical Center

Lawrence Education Center

Wednesday September 10 6 to 8 pm

Saturday September 13 10 am to Noon

Free Registration required Please

call (269) 2266863 to register or visit

bariatricsborgesscom to watch

our online bariatric seminar

WomenHeart Support GroupA support group for women with

heart disease

Borgess Medical Center

Lawrence Education Center

Thursday September 11 630 to 8 pm

Free Contact Amy at (269) 7465761 or

wh-gtrkalamazoowomenheartorg

to learn more

Alzheimerrsquos Disease Research StudyLocal doctors are currently conducting

a clinical research study to test

whether an investigational drug can

help maintain memory and day-to-day

living in people with mild Alzheimerrsquos

disease Participants must be between

the ages of 50 and 90 and have been

diagnosed with mild or probable

mild Alzheimerrsquos disease For more

information call the Borgess Research

Institute at (269) 2264803

Touchdown for DiabetesHelp diabetics without health insurance

tackle their disease for a longer life

Cole Community Solutions Inc

sponsors this fundraiser Cole Century

Buick-Cadillac-GMC will transform

its dealership into a tailgate party

for guests to socialize eat browse

silent auction items and enjoy

entertainmentmdashall in support of

diabetes patient care

Thursday October 2 630 to 930 pm

To learn more or to purchase tickets

please visit touchdowndiabetescom

For a complete list or more information about what Borgess has to offer please visit wellnessborgesscom Want the latest classes events and health screenings sent directly to your inbox You can also sign up for the Borgess Bulletin e-newsletter there as well

Borgess Health amp Fitness CenterTrsquoai ChiTrsquoai Chi is a series of movements done

in slow motion which produce a high

degree of balance flexibility relaxation

and coordination

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Tuesdays amp Thursdays September 4-

October 23 10 to 1055 am

$68 BHFC members $50 Registration

required To register please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

Tae Kwon Domdash Adult Youth amp Family Tae Kwon Do is a non-contact

organization that teaches people how

to defend themselves Students gain

confidence dexterity and coordination

For ages 8 and older

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Saturdays September 6-October 25

2 to 330 pm

Cost $50family $20individual

Registration required To register

call (269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

Outdoor Boot CampThis intense outdoor training includes

strength and cardio endurance with

calorie burning and fat loss Results will

be measured with a simplified fitness

test at the beginning and end of camp

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Mondays amp Wednesdays September 8-

October 29 530 to 630 pm

$60 BHFC members $23 Registration

required To register please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

First Aid with AdultPediatric CPR and AEDCovers core first aid CPR and AED

skills choking for adults infants

and children as well as child safety

and blood borne pathogens This is a

credentialed AHA Heartsaver course

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Saturday September 20

9 am to 330 pm

$65 Registration required Please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135 or

visit wellnessborgesscom to register

For a complete list and further information about classes at Borgess Health amp Fitness Center please visit fitnessborgesscom

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Bronson Orthopedic Specialists offers orthopedic and sports medicine services at three convenient locations in Battle Creek and Marshall So donrsquot let joint pain slow you down For more information or to schedule an appointment call (877) 704-3133

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2014

2014-2015 District CalendarAugust 4 Life of an Athlete Meetings LMS aud

(600 pm HS athletes 730 pm MS athletes)August 12 Registration Day (K-12) 12 noon ndash 800 pmAugust 12 Picture Day (LHS and LMS during registration)August 26 5th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 100 pm LMSAugust 27 Meet the Teacher (K-8)August 28 9th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 1200 pm LHSSeptember 1 Labor DaySeptember 2 1st Day of SchoolSeptember 19 12 DayOctober 1 Count DayOctober 10 HomecomingOctober 17 12 DayNovember 4 No School Election DayNovember 14 12 DayNovember 20 12 DayNovember 21 12 DayNovember 26 - 28 No School Thanksgiving BreakDecember 5 12 DayDec22 ndash Jan 2No School Winter BreakFebruary 11 Count DayFebruary 13 12 DayFebruary 26 12 DayFebruary 27 12 DayMarch 20 12 DayApril 3 No SchoolApril 6 ndash 10No School Spring BreakMay 1 12 DayMay 25 No School Memorial DayJune 412 DayJune 512 Day Last Day of School

All 1frasl2 days are early release with schools dismissing according to the schedules below

School Day Start amp End TimesElementary Schools (grades K-4)Full Day ndash 840 am ndash 345 pm12 Day ndash 840 am ndash 1205 pmLakeview Middle School (grades 5-8)Full Day ndash 750 am ndash 300 pm12 Day ndash 750 am ndash 1115 amLakeview High School (grades 9-12)Full Day ndash 745 am ndash 250 pm12 Day ndash 745 am ndash 1120 pm

Welcome Back To SchoolWelcome Back To SchoolRegistration Information

Registration Day is Tuesday August 12 1200 noon ndash 800 pm All new andreturning students grades K-12 need to attend registration Please plan tostop by your childrsquos school that day to register himher for fall

New to the DistrictPlease contact the school your

child will attend and a staffmember will be happy to assistyou with the enrollmentprocess For information onelementary attendance bound-aries please contact theTransportation Office at 565-2491

KindergartenEligibility

Children who will turn 5 yearsold on or before October 12014 are eligible to attendkindergarten in the fall Pleasecontact your neighborhood ele-mentary school for enrollmentinformation

School Meal ProgramOnline Account Managementndash For information on manag-ing your childrsquos meal accountonline visit wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunch

Free and Reduced MealApplications

Lakeview School District par-ticipates in the NationalSchool Lunch and Breakfastprogram to provide free andreduced meals to childrenwith financial needApplication forms may besubmitted online atw w w L u n c h A p p c o mlthttpwwwlunchappcomApplications are also avail-able online at wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunchgtand in your childrsquos schooloffice Free and reducedmeal applications must berenewed each school year

2014-2015 School Meal Prices

Grades K-4 Grades 5-12 Breakfast $135 $135 Lunch $230 $240 Milk $045 $045 Reduced Breakfast $030 Reduced Lunch $040

TransportationTransportation representa-tives will be available at eachbuilding during registrationParents are asked to confirmwhether or not their child willneed bus transportation atthat time

Contact InformationSuperintendent Dave Peterson dpetersonlakeviewspartansorg 565-2400Transportation Angela Bishop abishoplakeviewspartansorg 565-2490Food Service Laura Reynolds LReynolds2lakeviewspartansorg 565-3757Child CareMary Dolbee mdolbeelakeviewspartansorg 565-2405High School PrincipalJeffrey Bohl jbohllakeviewspartansorg 565-3700Middle School Principal Mike Norstrom mnorstromlakeviewspartansorg 565-3900Minges Brook Elementary PrincipalLaura Williams lwilliamslakeviewspartansorg 565-4500Prairieview Elementary PrincipalDon Hoaglin dhoaglinlakeviewspartansorg 565-4600Riverside Elementary PrincipalDenise Myers dmyerslakeviewspartansorg 565-4700Westlake Elementary PrincipalCarol Disler cdislerlakeviewspartansorg 565-4900

Child CareLakeviewrsquos Child Care program offers before andafter school care for children in grades K-4Enrollment forms and fee information are availableon the district website atwwwlakeviewspartansorg lthttpwwwlakeviews-partansorggt lthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggtlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggt and by con-tacting the Child Care Office at 565-2405 To ensure the best service possible advanced reg-istration is required

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After graduating from one of the top universities in the

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Where are you going

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Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Belcher-McPherson Auction Company

URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

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The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

itrsquos motocross

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Come out andsupport our 4-H

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We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

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Hopes the 166th Calhoun CountyFair is a Great Success

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Good Luck4-H Exhibitors

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164th Calhoun County Fair

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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We are your local dealer forhellip

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GOOD LUCK TO ALL EXHIBITORSAT THE 2014 YOUTH FAIR

The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

Jason P RapeljeFinancial Advisor424 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-4516

Scott L Evans AAMSFinancial Advisor207 W Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-5305

Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

Located in the center of

Marshallrsquos Main Block

EXHIBITORSTake lots of photos of your projects and bring in your film or digital cards and make souvenier prints for you and your auction buyers Use our quality Kodak PRINT MAKERfor instant photo printing

166th FAIR in Marshall

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

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New NPC boundaries

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August 14 2014

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Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Sunday Aug 10th

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office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

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(across from Marathon Beside Justice Fence)Call for Hours

$1000 Menrsquos amp Kids Cuts

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Welcome New HairstylistTracy Cutler

Back To SchoolSpecials

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Becky Darr McGriff passed onMarch 22 2014 In her honor

we are still fighting to find a curefor Cancer Help us help others

in our community Join us

Sweet Kreationsfor you

Becky Brownie BashAugust 9th bull 10am-3pm

95 W Michigan Ave

Join us for over $4000 in prizes to be raffled away -

EVERY 15 MIN A WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED

100 raffle money 30 of brownies money sold

amp t-shirt money will be donated to a non-profit

helping people in Calhoun County with

medical costs amp medication

Events Calendar September 2014

A member of Ascension Healthreg

Borgess EventsBorgess Better Breathers ClubGroup support for individuals with

respiratory issues (COPD emphysema

bronchitis) and their caregivers

Held the first Thursday of each month

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Thursday September 4 5 to 6 pm

Free Registration required Please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135 or

visit wellnessborgesscom to register

Bariatric Surgery Support GroupFor patients who have undergone

bariatric surgery

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Tuesday September 9 630 to 8 pm

Saturday September 20 9 to 1030 am

Free Call (269) 2266863 or visit

bariatricsborgesscom for more

information

Bariatric Surgery SeminarFor those considering bariatric surgery

Borgess Medical Center

Lawrence Education Center

Wednesday September 10 6 to 8 pm

Saturday September 13 10 am to Noon

Free Registration required Please

call (269) 2266863 to register or visit

bariatricsborgesscom to watch

our online bariatric seminar

WomenHeart Support GroupA support group for women with

heart disease

Borgess Medical Center

Lawrence Education Center

Thursday September 11 630 to 8 pm

Free Contact Amy at (269) 7465761 or

wh-gtrkalamazoowomenheartorg

to learn more

Alzheimerrsquos Disease Research StudyLocal doctors are currently conducting

a clinical research study to test

whether an investigational drug can

help maintain memory and day-to-day

living in people with mild Alzheimerrsquos

disease Participants must be between

the ages of 50 and 90 and have been

diagnosed with mild or probable

mild Alzheimerrsquos disease For more

information call the Borgess Research

Institute at (269) 2264803

Touchdown for DiabetesHelp diabetics without health insurance

tackle their disease for a longer life

Cole Community Solutions Inc

sponsors this fundraiser Cole Century

Buick-Cadillac-GMC will transform

its dealership into a tailgate party

for guests to socialize eat browse

silent auction items and enjoy

entertainmentmdashall in support of

diabetes patient care

Thursday October 2 630 to 930 pm

To learn more or to purchase tickets

please visit touchdowndiabetescom

For a complete list or more information about what Borgess has to offer please visit wellnessborgesscom Want the latest classes events and health screenings sent directly to your inbox You can also sign up for the Borgess Bulletin e-newsletter there as well

Borgess Health amp Fitness CenterTrsquoai ChiTrsquoai Chi is a series of movements done

in slow motion which produce a high

degree of balance flexibility relaxation

and coordination

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Tuesdays amp Thursdays September 4-

October 23 10 to 1055 am

$68 BHFC members $50 Registration

required To register please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

Tae Kwon Domdash Adult Youth amp Family Tae Kwon Do is a non-contact

organization that teaches people how

to defend themselves Students gain

confidence dexterity and coordination

For ages 8 and older

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Saturdays September 6-October 25

2 to 330 pm

Cost $50family $20individual

Registration required To register

call (269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

Outdoor Boot CampThis intense outdoor training includes

strength and cardio endurance with

calorie burning and fat loss Results will

be measured with a simplified fitness

test at the beginning and end of camp

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Mondays amp Wednesdays September 8-

October 29 530 to 630 pm

$60 BHFC members $23 Registration

required To register please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

First Aid with AdultPediatric CPR and AEDCovers core first aid CPR and AED

skills choking for adults infants

and children as well as child safety

and blood borne pathogens This is a

credentialed AHA Heartsaver course

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Saturday September 20

9 am to 330 pm

$65 Registration required Please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135 or

visit wellnessborgesscom to register

For a complete list and further information about classes at Borgess Health amp Fitness Center please visit fitnessborgesscom

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As Southern Michigan Orthopaedics we provided you withthe most comprehensive orthopedic and sports medicine carein south central Michigan Now we are aligning our services to partner with Bronson the leading healthcare system in theregion The end result will be even better medical care for you

Bronson Orthopedic Specialists offers orthopedic and sports medicine services at three convenient locations in Battle Creek and Marshall So donrsquot let joint pain slow you down For more information or to schedule an appointment call (877) 704-3133

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2014

2014-2015 District CalendarAugust 4 Life of an Athlete Meetings LMS aud

(600 pm HS athletes 730 pm MS athletes)August 12 Registration Day (K-12) 12 noon ndash 800 pmAugust 12 Picture Day (LHS and LMS during registration)August 26 5th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 100 pm LMSAugust 27 Meet the Teacher (K-8)August 28 9th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 1200 pm LHSSeptember 1 Labor DaySeptember 2 1st Day of SchoolSeptember 19 12 DayOctober 1 Count DayOctober 10 HomecomingOctober 17 12 DayNovember 4 No School Election DayNovember 14 12 DayNovember 20 12 DayNovember 21 12 DayNovember 26 - 28 No School Thanksgiving BreakDecember 5 12 DayDec22 ndash Jan 2No School Winter BreakFebruary 11 Count DayFebruary 13 12 DayFebruary 26 12 DayFebruary 27 12 DayMarch 20 12 DayApril 3 No SchoolApril 6 ndash 10No School Spring BreakMay 1 12 DayMay 25 No School Memorial DayJune 412 DayJune 512 Day Last Day of School

All 1frasl2 days are early release with schools dismissing according to the schedules below

School Day Start amp End TimesElementary Schools (grades K-4)Full Day ndash 840 am ndash 345 pm12 Day ndash 840 am ndash 1205 pmLakeview Middle School (grades 5-8)Full Day ndash 750 am ndash 300 pm12 Day ndash 750 am ndash 1115 amLakeview High School (grades 9-12)Full Day ndash 745 am ndash 250 pm12 Day ndash 745 am ndash 1120 pm

Welcome Back To SchoolWelcome Back To SchoolRegistration Information

Registration Day is Tuesday August 12 1200 noon ndash 800 pm All new andreturning students grades K-12 need to attend registration Please plan tostop by your childrsquos school that day to register himher for fall

New to the DistrictPlease contact the school your

child will attend and a staffmember will be happy to assistyou with the enrollmentprocess For information onelementary attendance bound-aries please contact theTransportation Office at 565-2491

KindergartenEligibility

Children who will turn 5 yearsold on or before October 12014 are eligible to attendkindergarten in the fall Pleasecontact your neighborhood ele-mentary school for enrollmentinformation

School Meal ProgramOnline Account Managementndash For information on manag-ing your childrsquos meal accountonline visit wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunch

Free and Reduced MealApplications

Lakeview School District par-ticipates in the NationalSchool Lunch and Breakfastprogram to provide free andreduced meals to childrenwith financial needApplication forms may besubmitted online atw w w L u n c h A p p c o mlthttpwwwlunchappcomApplications are also avail-able online at wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunchgtand in your childrsquos schooloffice Free and reducedmeal applications must berenewed each school year

2014-2015 School Meal Prices

Grades K-4 Grades 5-12 Breakfast $135 $135 Lunch $230 $240 Milk $045 $045 Reduced Breakfast $030 Reduced Lunch $040

TransportationTransportation representa-tives will be available at eachbuilding during registrationParents are asked to confirmwhether or not their child willneed bus transportation atthat time

Contact InformationSuperintendent Dave Peterson dpetersonlakeviewspartansorg 565-2400Transportation Angela Bishop abishoplakeviewspartansorg 565-2490Food Service Laura Reynolds LReynolds2lakeviewspartansorg 565-3757Child CareMary Dolbee mdolbeelakeviewspartansorg 565-2405High School PrincipalJeffrey Bohl jbohllakeviewspartansorg 565-3700Middle School Principal Mike Norstrom mnorstromlakeviewspartansorg 565-3900Minges Brook Elementary PrincipalLaura Williams lwilliamslakeviewspartansorg 565-4500Prairieview Elementary PrincipalDon Hoaglin dhoaglinlakeviewspartansorg 565-4600Riverside Elementary PrincipalDenise Myers dmyerslakeviewspartansorg 565-4700Westlake Elementary PrincipalCarol Disler cdislerlakeviewspartansorg 565-4900

Child CareLakeviewrsquos Child Care program offers before andafter school care for children in grades K-4Enrollment forms and fee information are availableon the district website atwwwlakeviewspartansorg lthttpwwwlakeviews-partansorggt lthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggtlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggt and by con-tacting the Child Care Office at 565-2405 To ensure the best service possible advanced reg-istration is required

where are you goingInspiring amp experienced Early Learning Coordinator

Conveniently located in revitalized growing

ldquoRebuild the Dreamrdquo neighborhoods

Strong safety procedures for trusted security

Quality dedicated teachers with low turnover

Ongoing teacher training

Concentration on Early Childhood Education

Great Start Readiness Program for 4 year olds

High Scope Curriculum in preschool program

District-wide STEM focused curriculum

Science Technology Engineering amp Mathematics

Wide range of opportunities in the Arts

Individualized Student Support

Early Learning Literacy Pilot Project

Bilingual family support

For more information call (269) 660-5821

A quality k-12 education from Battle Creek Public Schools

unlocked a world of opportunity for Terry Burleson

A 2005 graduate of Battle Creek Central Terry is an

example of the many students who thrive in our

uniquely diverse learning environment that offers

more choices and more experience that lead to

educational excellence

Under the caring leadership and instruction of Battle Creek

Public Schoolrsquos dedicated staff Terry received the knowledge

and inspiration to follow his dreams His high school counselor

at BC Central saw Terryrsquos potential and encouraged him to

consider attending the University of Michigan And he did

just that with great success

After graduating from one of the top universities in the

country Terry has now returned to Battle Creek Public Schools

as a member of our outstanding staff working with students to

help them understand the importance of a college education

and how they can obtain it

At Battle Creek Public Schools our students are

going places And we help them get there

The place to be the place to stay

Where are you going

Terry Burlesonmdash

a journey of success from BCPS to Uof M and back again

Please call and schedule your FREEBack to School Vision Screening with

Dr Audrey Farnsworth on Tuesday mornings in August

battlecreekeyeclinicorg

269-968-8183

2014

5475 Beckley RdBattle Creek MI 49015Office 269-979-2950

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PPRROOMMIISSEEA better nights sleepGUARANTEED

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THINK ABOUT IT257 of 9th and 11th

graders in Calhoun Countyreport their parents ask

whether their homework isdone

wwwmichigangovmiphy

Having ongoing conversationswith your child can help build ahealthy supportive relationship

wwwdrugfreebcorg

Tips for Talking With Your Child

Talk regularly with your child about the risks of drug and alcoholuse

State your disapproval of underage drinking and drug useInstead of a boring lecture let your child know about the healthand safety risks of teen drug and alcohol use

Source Parenting Practices Help reduce the chances your child will develop a drug or alcohol problem parenttoolkit wwwdrugfreeorg

341 N 20th StreetMon-Sat 6am-9pmSundays 7am-2pm

Call-in Orders Welcome

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THE ONLY MR DONrsquoS LEFT IN TOWN

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Chili Dogsamp Hotdogs89cent

INTRODUCING FOR A LIMITED TIMEFoot Long Corn Dogs $349

In-Home Care Watchful Eyes

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Apply onlinehttpshctclearcareonlinecomapply5350 Beckley Rd Suite D

Battle Creek MI 49015(Side door of Southern Michigan Bank amp Trust)

Care Givers Needed in Barry CountyAlbion Marshall Coldwater amp

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Market USAMain Street

Special section provided by these two local publications

Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Bosserd Family FarmOpen Daily 9-6Gift Certificates

Fountain in Marshall

Verona Rd

Michigan Ave

15 Mile Rd

O

1-12 miles west of Marshall

(EBT orBridgeCards

Accepted)

14721 VERONA RD MARSHALL MI269-781-4905

1-12 miles west of Marshall bull Hours 9am - 6pm Daily

wwwbosserdfamilyfarmcomPLEASE CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK

FOR UPDATES amp SPECIALS

SweetCorn

Peppers and Green BeansCucumbers bull Zucchini

Onions bull Potatoes and TomatoesSALES IN GREENHOUSE ON ALL PLANTS

STEAKS ROASTS AND BURGER FOR THE GRILL

Belcher-McPherson Auction Company

URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

itrsquos motocross

Hoffman Ag Service LTD

ldquoService is our businessrdquo21521 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI

269-781-2245 269-781-4352 or 888-289-5676

bull Fertilizer amp Chemicals bull Pioneer Seedsbull Buying amp Trucking Grain

Come out andsupport our 4-H

youth byattending thelarge amp small

animalauctions at thehellip

BUYING AND SELLING GRAIN

CalhounCounty FAIRAugust 10th-16th

We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Marshall bull 227 W Michigan Ave (269) 781-2348Battle Creek bull 512 Riverside Dr (269) 968-6811Battle Creek bull 146 North Ave (269) 964-4674

Family owned and operated in Marshall and Battle Creek for over 19 years

Heritage Cleaners sends special wishes for a fun andsuccessful fair week to

Ava KarabaErica KarabaGavin KarabaandTaylor Karaba

JILL BURGETTCNHP LPN

269-968-43188090 CALVIN RD BATTLE CREEK MI 49017

10 OFF NEW CUSTOMERS

Certified Natural Health Professionals

Rosemary Davis REALTORSreg

210 West Michigan AvenueMarshall MI 49068

Accredited Staging Professional Realtor(269) 781-9847 Office x131(269) 274-2574 Mobile(800) 491-3005 Toll Free(269) 781-8114 FaxE-mail nancystulberggmailcomWebsite www4homeseekerscom

NANCY STULBERGtrade

ASP REALTORreg

Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

LAUTENSLAGER-LIPSEY INCAmana Whirlpool Maytag

303 E Michigan AveMarshall MI 49068Ph 269-781-3612

wwwlautenslagerlipseycom

Hopes the 166th Calhoun CountyFair is a Great Success

400 S SuperiorAlbion MI 49224Ph 517-629-2221

Where Quality amp Service Still Count

138 W Michigan Ave bull Marshall MIPhone 269-781-3491

Good Luck4-H Exhibitors

Hermanrsquos MarshallHARDWARE and ANNEX

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164th Calhoun County Fair

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

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Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

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bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

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a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

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Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

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Becky Darr McGriff passed onMarch 22 2014 In her honor

we are still fighting to find a curefor Cancer Help us help others

in our community Join us

Sweet Kreationsfor you

Becky Brownie BashAugust 9th bull 10am-3pm

95 W Michigan Ave

Join us for over $4000 in prizes to be raffled away -

EVERY 15 MIN A WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED

100 raffle money 30 of brownies money sold

amp t-shirt money will be donated to a non-profit

helping people in Calhoun County with

medical costs amp medication

Events Calendar September 2014

A member of Ascension Healthreg

Borgess EventsBorgess Better Breathers ClubGroup support for individuals with

respiratory issues (COPD emphysema

bronchitis) and their caregivers

Held the first Thursday of each month

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Thursday September 4 5 to 6 pm

Free Registration required Please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135 or

visit wellnessborgesscom to register

Bariatric Surgery Support GroupFor patients who have undergone

bariatric surgery

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Tuesday September 9 630 to 8 pm

Saturday September 20 9 to 1030 am

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Bariatric Surgery SeminarFor those considering bariatric surgery

Borgess Medical Center

Lawrence Education Center

Wednesday September 10 6 to 8 pm

Saturday September 13 10 am to Noon

Free Registration required Please

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WomenHeart Support GroupA support group for women with

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Borgess Medical Center

Lawrence Education Center

Thursday September 11 630 to 8 pm

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diagnosed with mild or probable

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information call the Borgess Research

Institute at (269) 2264803

Touchdown for DiabetesHelp diabetics without health insurance

tackle their disease for a longer life

Cole Community Solutions Inc

sponsors this fundraiser Cole Century

Buick-Cadillac-GMC will transform

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for guests to socialize eat browse

silent auction items and enjoy

entertainmentmdashall in support of

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Thursday October 2 630 to 930 pm

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For a complete list or more information about what Borgess has to offer please visit wellnessborgesscom Want the latest classes events and health screenings sent directly to your inbox You can also sign up for the Borgess Bulletin e-newsletter there as well

Borgess Health amp Fitness CenterTrsquoai ChiTrsquoai Chi is a series of movements done

in slow motion which produce a high

degree of balance flexibility relaxation

and coordination

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Tuesdays amp Thursdays September 4-

October 23 10 to 1055 am

$68 BHFC members $50 Registration

required To register please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

Tae Kwon Domdash Adult Youth amp Family Tae Kwon Do is a non-contact

organization that teaches people how

to defend themselves Students gain

confidence dexterity and coordination

For ages 8 and older

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Saturdays September 6-October 25

2 to 330 pm

Cost $50family $20individual

Registration required To register

call (269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

Outdoor Boot CampThis intense outdoor training includes

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calorie burning and fat loss Results will

be measured with a simplified fitness

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Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Mondays amp Wednesdays September 8-

October 29 530 to 630 pm

$60 BHFC members $23 Registration

required To register please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

First Aid with AdultPediatric CPR and AEDCovers core first aid CPR and AED

skills choking for adults infants

and children as well as child safety

and blood borne pathogens This is a

credentialed AHA Heartsaver course

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Saturday September 20

9 am to 330 pm

$65 Registration required Please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135 or

visit wellnessborgesscom to register

For a complete list and further information about classes at Borgess Health amp Fitness Center please visit fitnessborgesscom

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2014

2014-2015 District CalendarAugust 4 Life of an Athlete Meetings LMS aud

(600 pm HS athletes 730 pm MS athletes)August 12 Registration Day (K-12) 12 noon ndash 800 pmAugust 12 Picture Day (LHS and LMS during registration)August 26 5th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 100 pm LMSAugust 27 Meet the Teacher (K-8)August 28 9th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 1200 pm LHSSeptember 1 Labor DaySeptember 2 1st Day of SchoolSeptember 19 12 DayOctober 1 Count DayOctober 10 HomecomingOctober 17 12 DayNovember 4 No School Election DayNovember 14 12 DayNovember 20 12 DayNovember 21 12 DayNovember 26 - 28 No School Thanksgiving BreakDecember 5 12 DayDec22 ndash Jan 2No School Winter BreakFebruary 11 Count DayFebruary 13 12 DayFebruary 26 12 DayFebruary 27 12 DayMarch 20 12 DayApril 3 No SchoolApril 6 ndash 10No School Spring BreakMay 1 12 DayMay 25 No School Memorial DayJune 412 DayJune 512 Day Last Day of School

All 1frasl2 days are early release with schools dismissing according to the schedules below

School Day Start amp End TimesElementary Schools (grades K-4)Full Day ndash 840 am ndash 345 pm12 Day ndash 840 am ndash 1205 pmLakeview Middle School (grades 5-8)Full Day ndash 750 am ndash 300 pm12 Day ndash 750 am ndash 1115 amLakeview High School (grades 9-12)Full Day ndash 745 am ndash 250 pm12 Day ndash 745 am ndash 1120 pm

Welcome Back To SchoolWelcome Back To SchoolRegistration Information

Registration Day is Tuesday August 12 1200 noon ndash 800 pm All new andreturning students grades K-12 need to attend registration Please plan tostop by your childrsquos school that day to register himher for fall

New to the DistrictPlease contact the school your

child will attend and a staffmember will be happy to assistyou with the enrollmentprocess For information onelementary attendance bound-aries please contact theTransportation Office at 565-2491

KindergartenEligibility

Children who will turn 5 yearsold on or before October 12014 are eligible to attendkindergarten in the fall Pleasecontact your neighborhood ele-mentary school for enrollmentinformation

School Meal ProgramOnline Account Managementndash For information on manag-ing your childrsquos meal accountonline visit wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunch

Free and Reduced MealApplications

Lakeview School District par-ticipates in the NationalSchool Lunch and Breakfastprogram to provide free andreduced meals to childrenwith financial needApplication forms may besubmitted online atw w w L u n c h A p p c o mlthttpwwwlunchappcomApplications are also avail-able online at wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunchgtand in your childrsquos schooloffice Free and reducedmeal applications must berenewed each school year

2014-2015 School Meal Prices

Grades K-4 Grades 5-12 Breakfast $135 $135 Lunch $230 $240 Milk $045 $045 Reduced Breakfast $030 Reduced Lunch $040

TransportationTransportation representa-tives will be available at eachbuilding during registrationParents are asked to confirmwhether or not their child willneed bus transportation atthat time

Contact InformationSuperintendent Dave Peterson dpetersonlakeviewspartansorg 565-2400Transportation Angela Bishop abishoplakeviewspartansorg 565-2490Food Service Laura Reynolds LReynolds2lakeviewspartansorg 565-3757Child CareMary Dolbee mdolbeelakeviewspartansorg 565-2405High School PrincipalJeffrey Bohl jbohllakeviewspartansorg 565-3700Middle School Principal Mike Norstrom mnorstromlakeviewspartansorg 565-3900Minges Brook Elementary PrincipalLaura Williams lwilliamslakeviewspartansorg 565-4500Prairieview Elementary PrincipalDon Hoaglin dhoaglinlakeviewspartansorg 565-4600Riverside Elementary PrincipalDenise Myers dmyerslakeviewspartansorg 565-4700Westlake Elementary PrincipalCarol Disler cdislerlakeviewspartansorg 565-4900

Child CareLakeviewrsquos Child Care program offers before andafter school care for children in grades K-4Enrollment forms and fee information are availableon the district website atwwwlakeviewspartansorg lthttpwwwlakeviews-partansorggt lthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggtlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggt and by con-tacting the Child Care Office at 565-2405 To ensure the best service possible advanced reg-istration is required

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Strong safety procedures for trusted security

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Great Start Readiness Program for 4 year olds

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District-wide STEM focused curriculum

Science Technology Engineering amp Mathematics

Wide range of opportunities in the Arts

Individualized Student Support

Early Learning Literacy Pilot Project

Bilingual family support

For more information call (269) 660-5821

A quality k-12 education from Battle Creek Public Schools

unlocked a world of opportunity for Terry Burleson

A 2005 graduate of Battle Creek Central Terry is an

example of the many students who thrive in our

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Under the caring leadership and instruction of Battle Creek

Public Schoolrsquos dedicated staff Terry received the knowledge

and inspiration to follow his dreams His high school counselor

at BC Central saw Terryrsquos potential and encouraged him to

consider attending the University of Michigan And he did

just that with great success

After graduating from one of the top universities in the

country Terry has now returned to Battle Creek Public Schools

as a member of our outstanding staff working with students to

help them understand the importance of a college education

and how they can obtain it

At Battle Creek Public Schools our students are

going places And we help them get there

The place to be the place to stay

Where are you going

Terry Burlesonmdash

a journey of success from BCPS to Uof M and back again

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Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Belcher-McPherson Auction Company

URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

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The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

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We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

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Hopes the 166th Calhoun CountyFair is a Great Success

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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We are your local dealer forhellip

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GOOD LUCK TO ALL EXHIBITORSAT THE 2014 YOUTH FAIR

The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

Jason P RapeljeFinancial Advisor424 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-4516

Scott L Evans AAMSFinancial Advisor207 W Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-5305

Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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SPECTACULAR ldquoFAIRrdquo PRICING

Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Page 5: Battle Creek Shopper News

Becky Darr McGriff passed onMarch 22 2014 In her honor

we are still fighting to find a curefor Cancer Help us help others

in our community Join us

Sweet Kreationsfor you

Becky Brownie BashAugust 9th bull 10am-3pm

95 W Michigan Ave

Join us for over $4000 in prizes to be raffled away -

EVERY 15 MIN A WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED

100 raffle money 30 of brownies money sold

amp t-shirt money will be donated to a non-profit

helping people in Calhoun County with

medical costs amp medication

Events Calendar September 2014

A member of Ascension Healthreg

Borgess EventsBorgess Better Breathers ClubGroup support for individuals with

respiratory issues (COPD emphysema

bronchitis) and their caregivers

Held the first Thursday of each month

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Thursday September 4 5 to 6 pm

Free Registration required Please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135 or

visit wellnessborgesscom to register

Bariatric Surgery Support GroupFor patients who have undergone

bariatric surgery

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Tuesday September 9 630 to 8 pm

Saturday September 20 9 to 1030 am

Free Call (269) 2266863 or visit

bariatricsborgesscom for more

information

Bariatric Surgery SeminarFor those considering bariatric surgery

Borgess Medical Center

Lawrence Education Center

Wednesday September 10 6 to 8 pm

Saturday September 13 10 am to Noon

Free Registration required Please

call (269) 2266863 to register or visit

bariatricsborgesscom to watch

our online bariatric seminar

WomenHeart Support GroupA support group for women with

heart disease

Borgess Medical Center

Lawrence Education Center

Thursday September 11 630 to 8 pm

Free Contact Amy at (269) 7465761 or

wh-gtrkalamazoowomenheartorg

to learn more

Alzheimerrsquos Disease Research StudyLocal doctors are currently conducting

a clinical research study to test

whether an investigational drug can

help maintain memory and day-to-day

living in people with mild Alzheimerrsquos

disease Participants must be between

the ages of 50 and 90 and have been

diagnosed with mild or probable

mild Alzheimerrsquos disease For more

information call the Borgess Research

Institute at (269) 2264803

Touchdown for DiabetesHelp diabetics without health insurance

tackle their disease for a longer life

Cole Community Solutions Inc

sponsors this fundraiser Cole Century

Buick-Cadillac-GMC will transform

its dealership into a tailgate party

for guests to socialize eat browse

silent auction items and enjoy

entertainmentmdashall in support of

diabetes patient care

Thursday October 2 630 to 930 pm

To learn more or to purchase tickets

please visit touchdowndiabetescom

For a complete list or more information about what Borgess has to offer please visit wellnessborgesscom Want the latest classes events and health screenings sent directly to your inbox You can also sign up for the Borgess Bulletin e-newsletter there as well

Borgess Health amp Fitness CenterTrsquoai ChiTrsquoai Chi is a series of movements done

in slow motion which produce a high

degree of balance flexibility relaxation

and coordination

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Tuesdays amp Thursdays September 4-

October 23 10 to 1055 am

$68 BHFC members $50 Registration

required To register please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

Tae Kwon Domdash Adult Youth amp Family Tae Kwon Do is a non-contact

organization that teaches people how

to defend themselves Students gain

confidence dexterity and coordination

For ages 8 and older

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Saturdays September 6-October 25

2 to 330 pm

Cost $50family $20individual

Registration required To register

call (269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

Outdoor Boot CampThis intense outdoor training includes

strength and cardio endurance with

calorie burning and fat loss Results will

be measured with a simplified fitness

test at the beginning and end of camp

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Mondays amp Wednesdays September 8-

October 29 530 to 630 pm

$60 BHFC members $23 Registration

required To register please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

First Aid with AdultPediatric CPR and AEDCovers core first aid CPR and AED

skills choking for adults infants

and children as well as child safety

and blood borne pathogens This is a

credentialed AHA Heartsaver course

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Saturday September 20

9 am to 330 pm

$65 Registration required Please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135 or

visit wellnessborgesscom to register

For a complete list and further information about classes at Borgess Health amp Fitness Center please visit fitnessborgesscom

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Bronson Orthopedic Specialists offers orthopedic and sports medicine services at three convenient locations in Battle Creek and Marshall So donrsquot let joint pain slow you down For more information or to schedule an appointment call (877) 704-3133

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2014

2014-2015 District CalendarAugust 4 Life of an Athlete Meetings LMS aud

(600 pm HS athletes 730 pm MS athletes)August 12 Registration Day (K-12) 12 noon ndash 800 pmAugust 12 Picture Day (LHS and LMS during registration)August 26 5th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 100 pm LMSAugust 27 Meet the Teacher (K-8)August 28 9th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 1200 pm LHSSeptember 1 Labor DaySeptember 2 1st Day of SchoolSeptember 19 12 DayOctober 1 Count DayOctober 10 HomecomingOctober 17 12 DayNovember 4 No School Election DayNovember 14 12 DayNovember 20 12 DayNovember 21 12 DayNovember 26 - 28 No School Thanksgiving BreakDecember 5 12 DayDec22 ndash Jan 2No School Winter BreakFebruary 11 Count DayFebruary 13 12 DayFebruary 26 12 DayFebruary 27 12 DayMarch 20 12 DayApril 3 No SchoolApril 6 ndash 10No School Spring BreakMay 1 12 DayMay 25 No School Memorial DayJune 412 DayJune 512 Day Last Day of School

All 1frasl2 days are early release with schools dismissing according to the schedules below

School Day Start amp End TimesElementary Schools (grades K-4)Full Day ndash 840 am ndash 345 pm12 Day ndash 840 am ndash 1205 pmLakeview Middle School (grades 5-8)Full Day ndash 750 am ndash 300 pm12 Day ndash 750 am ndash 1115 amLakeview High School (grades 9-12)Full Day ndash 745 am ndash 250 pm12 Day ndash 745 am ndash 1120 pm

Welcome Back To SchoolWelcome Back To SchoolRegistration Information

Registration Day is Tuesday August 12 1200 noon ndash 800 pm All new andreturning students grades K-12 need to attend registration Please plan tostop by your childrsquos school that day to register himher for fall

New to the DistrictPlease contact the school your

child will attend and a staffmember will be happy to assistyou with the enrollmentprocess For information onelementary attendance bound-aries please contact theTransportation Office at 565-2491

KindergartenEligibility

Children who will turn 5 yearsold on or before October 12014 are eligible to attendkindergarten in the fall Pleasecontact your neighborhood ele-mentary school for enrollmentinformation

School Meal ProgramOnline Account Managementndash For information on manag-ing your childrsquos meal accountonline visit wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunch

Free and Reduced MealApplications

Lakeview School District par-ticipates in the NationalSchool Lunch and Breakfastprogram to provide free andreduced meals to childrenwith financial needApplication forms may besubmitted online atw w w L u n c h A p p c o mlthttpwwwlunchappcomApplications are also avail-able online at wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunchgtand in your childrsquos schooloffice Free and reducedmeal applications must berenewed each school year

2014-2015 School Meal Prices

Grades K-4 Grades 5-12 Breakfast $135 $135 Lunch $230 $240 Milk $045 $045 Reduced Breakfast $030 Reduced Lunch $040

TransportationTransportation representa-tives will be available at eachbuilding during registrationParents are asked to confirmwhether or not their child willneed bus transportation atthat time

Contact InformationSuperintendent Dave Peterson dpetersonlakeviewspartansorg 565-2400Transportation Angela Bishop abishoplakeviewspartansorg 565-2490Food Service Laura Reynolds LReynolds2lakeviewspartansorg 565-3757Child CareMary Dolbee mdolbeelakeviewspartansorg 565-2405High School PrincipalJeffrey Bohl jbohllakeviewspartansorg 565-3700Middle School Principal Mike Norstrom mnorstromlakeviewspartansorg 565-3900Minges Brook Elementary PrincipalLaura Williams lwilliamslakeviewspartansorg 565-4500Prairieview Elementary PrincipalDon Hoaglin dhoaglinlakeviewspartansorg 565-4600Riverside Elementary PrincipalDenise Myers dmyerslakeviewspartansorg 565-4700Westlake Elementary PrincipalCarol Disler cdislerlakeviewspartansorg 565-4900

Child CareLakeviewrsquos Child Care program offers before andafter school care for children in grades K-4Enrollment forms and fee information are availableon the district website atwwwlakeviewspartansorg lthttpwwwlakeviews-partansorggt lthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggtlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggt and by con-tacting the Child Care Office at 565-2405 To ensure the best service possible advanced reg-istration is required

where are you goingInspiring amp experienced Early Learning Coordinator

Conveniently located in revitalized growing

ldquoRebuild the Dreamrdquo neighborhoods

Strong safety procedures for trusted security

Quality dedicated teachers with low turnover

Ongoing teacher training

Concentration on Early Childhood Education

Great Start Readiness Program for 4 year olds

High Scope Curriculum in preschool program

District-wide STEM focused curriculum

Science Technology Engineering amp Mathematics

Wide range of opportunities in the Arts

Individualized Student Support

Early Learning Literacy Pilot Project

Bilingual family support

For more information call (269) 660-5821

A quality k-12 education from Battle Creek Public Schools

unlocked a world of opportunity for Terry Burleson

A 2005 graduate of Battle Creek Central Terry is an

example of the many students who thrive in our

uniquely diverse learning environment that offers

more choices and more experience that lead to

educational excellence

Under the caring leadership and instruction of Battle Creek

Public Schoolrsquos dedicated staff Terry received the knowledge

and inspiration to follow his dreams His high school counselor

at BC Central saw Terryrsquos potential and encouraged him to

consider attending the University of Michigan And he did

just that with great success

After graduating from one of the top universities in the

country Terry has now returned to Battle Creek Public Schools

as a member of our outstanding staff working with students to

help them understand the importance of a college education

and how they can obtain it

At Battle Creek Public Schools our students are

going places And we help them get there

The place to be the place to stay

Where are you going

Terry Burlesonmdash

a journey of success from BCPS to Uof M and back again

Please call and schedule your FREEBack to School Vision Screening with

Dr Audrey Farnsworth on Tuesday mornings in August

battlecreekeyeclinicorg

269-968-8183

2014

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Special section provided by these two local publications

Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Bosserd Family FarmOpen Daily 9-6Gift Certificates

Fountain in Marshall

Verona Rd

Michigan Ave

15 Mile Rd

O

1-12 miles west of Marshall

(EBT orBridgeCards

Accepted)

14721 VERONA RD MARSHALL MI269-781-4905

1-12 miles west of Marshall bull Hours 9am - 6pm Daily

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FOR UPDATES amp SPECIALS

SweetCorn

Peppers and Green BeansCucumbers bull Zucchini

Onions bull Potatoes and TomatoesSALES IN GREENHOUSE ON ALL PLANTS

STEAKS ROASTS AND BURGER FOR THE GRILL

Belcher-McPherson Auction Company

URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

itrsquos motocross

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ldquoService is our businessrdquo21521 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI

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bull Fertilizer amp Chemicals bull Pioneer Seedsbull Buying amp Trucking Grain

Come out andsupport our 4-H

youth byattending thelarge amp small

animalauctions at thehellip

BUYING AND SELLING GRAIN

CalhounCounty FAIRAugust 10th-16th

We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Marshall bull 227 W Michigan Ave (269) 781-2348Battle Creek bull 512 Riverside Dr (269) 968-6811Battle Creek bull 146 North Ave (269) 964-4674

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Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

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Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Page 6: Battle Creek Shopper News

Events Calendar September 2014

A member of Ascension Healthreg

Borgess EventsBorgess Better Breathers ClubGroup support for individuals with

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Held the first Thursday of each month

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Thursday September 4 5 to 6 pm

Free Registration required Please call

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Bariatric Surgery Support GroupFor patients who have undergone

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Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Tuesday September 9 630 to 8 pm

Saturday September 20 9 to 1030 am

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Bariatric Surgery SeminarFor those considering bariatric surgery

Borgess Medical Center

Lawrence Education Center

Wednesday September 10 6 to 8 pm

Saturday September 13 10 am to Noon

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WomenHeart Support GroupA support group for women with

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Borgess Medical Center

Lawrence Education Center

Thursday September 11 630 to 8 pm

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diagnosed with mild or probable

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information call the Borgess Research

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Touchdown for DiabetesHelp diabetics without health insurance

tackle their disease for a longer life

Cole Community Solutions Inc

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Borgess Health amp Fitness CenterTrsquoai ChiTrsquoai Chi is a series of movements done

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degree of balance flexibility relaxation

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Tuesdays amp Thursdays September 4-

October 23 10 to 1055 am

$68 BHFC members $50 Registration

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confidence dexterity and coordination

For ages 8 and older

Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Saturdays September 6-October 25

2 to 330 pm

Cost $50family $20individual

Registration required To register

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Outdoor Boot CampThis intense outdoor training includes

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Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Mondays amp Wednesdays September 8-

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$60 BHFC members $23 Registration

required To register please call

(269) 2268135 or (800) 8288135

or visit wellnessborgesscom

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skills choking for adults infants

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Borgess Health amp Fitness Center

Saturday September 20

9 am to 330 pm

$65 Registration required Please call

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2014

2014-2015 District CalendarAugust 4 Life of an Athlete Meetings LMS aud

(600 pm HS athletes 730 pm MS athletes)August 12 Registration Day (K-12) 12 noon ndash 800 pmAugust 12 Picture Day (LHS and LMS during registration)August 26 5th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 100 pm LMSAugust 27 Meet the Teacher (K-8)August 28 9th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 1200 pm LHSSeptember 1 Labor DaySeptember 2 1st Day of SchoolSeptember 19 12 DayOctober 1 Count DayOctober 10 HomecomingOctober 17 12 DayNovember 4 No School Election DayNovember 14 12 DayNovember 20 12 DayNovember 21 12 DayNovember 26 - 28 No School Thanksgiving BreakDecember 5 12 DayDec22 ndash Jan 2No School Winter BreakFebruary 11 Count DayFebruary 13 12 DayFebruary 26 12 DayFebruary 27 12 DayMarch 20 12 DayApril 3 No SchoolApril 6 ndash 10No School Spring BreakMay 1 12 DayMay 25 No School Memorial DayJune 412 DayJune 512 Day Last Day of School

All 1frasl2 days are early release with schools dismissing according to the schedules below

School Day Start amp End TimesElementary Schools (grades K-4)Full Day ndash 840 am ndash 345 pm12 Day ndash 840 am ndash 1205 pmLakeview Middle School (grades 5-8)Full Day ndash 750 am ndash 300 pm12 Day ndash 750 am ndash 1115 amLakeview High School (grades 9-12)Full Day ndash 745 am ndash 250 pm12 Day ndash 745 am ndash 1120 pm

Welcome Back To SchoolWelcome Back To SchoolRegistration Information

Registration Day is Tuesday August 12 1200 noon ndash 800 pm All new andreturning students grades K-12 need to attend registration Please plan tostop by your childrsquos school that day to register himher for fall

New to the DistrictPlease contact the school your

child will attend and a staffmember will be happy to assistyou with the enrollmentprocess For information onelementary attendance bound-aries please contact theTransportation Office at 565-2491

KindergartenEligibility

Children who will turn 5 yearsold on or before October 12014 are eligible to attendkindergarten in the fall Pleasecontact your neighborhood ele-mentary school for enrollmentinformation

School Meal ProgramOnline Account Managementndash For information on manag-ing your childrsquos meal accountonline visit wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunch

Free and Reduced MealApplications

Lakeview School District par-ticipates in the NationalSchool Lunch and Breakfastprogram to provide free andreduced meals to childrenwith financial needApplication forms may besubmitted online atw w w L u n c h A p p c o mlthttpwwwlunchappcomApplications are also avail-able online at wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunchgtand in your childrsquos schooloffice Free and reducedmeal applications must berenewed each school year

2014-2015 School Meal Prices

Grades K-4 Grades 5-12 Breakfast $135 $135 Lunch $230 $240 Milk $045 $045 Reduced Breakfast $030 Reduced Lunch $040

TransportationTransportation representa-tives will be available at eachbuilding during registrationParents are asked to confirmwhether or not their child willneed bus transportation atthat time

Contact InformationSuperintendent Dave Peterson dpetersonlakeviewspartansorg 565-2400Transportation Angela Bishop abishoplakeviewspartansorg 565-2490Food Service Laura Reynolds LReynolds2lakeviewspartansorg 565-3757Child CareMary Dolbee mdolbeelakeviewspartansorg 565-2405High School PrincipalJeffrey Bohl jbohllakeviewspartansorg 565-3700Middle School Principal Mike Norstrom mnorstromlakeviewspartansorg 565-3900Minges Brook Elementary PrincipalLaura Williams lwilliamslakeviewspartansorg 565-4500Prairieview Elementary PrincipalDon Hoaglin dhoaglinlakeviewspartansorg 565-4600Riverside Elementary PrincipalDenise Myers dmyerslakeviewspartansorg 565-4700Westlake Elementary PrincipalCarol Disler cdislerlakeviewspartansorg 565-4900

Child CareLakeviewrsquos Child Care program offers before andafter school care for children in grades K-4Enrollment forms and fee information are availableon the district website atwwwlakeviewspartansorg lthttpwwwlakeviews-partansorggt lthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggtlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggt and by con-tacting the Child Care Office at 565-2405 To ensure the best service possible advanced reg-istration is required

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Strong safety procedures for trusted security

Quality dedicated teachers with low turnover

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Wide range of opportunities in the Arts

Individualized Student Support

Early Learning Literacy Pilot Project

Bilingual family support

For more information call (269) 660-5821

A quality k-12 education from Battle Creek Public Schools

unlocked a world of opportunity for Terry Burleson

A 2005 graduate of Battle Creek Central Terry is an

example of the many students who thrive in our

uniquely diverse learning environment that offers

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Under the caring leadership and instruction of Battle Creek

Public Schoolrsquos dedicated staff Terry received the knowledge

and inspiration to follow his dreams His high school counselor

at BC Central saw Terryrsquos potential and encouraged him to

consider attending the University of Michigan And he did

just that with great success

After graduating from one of the top universities in the

country Terry has now returned to Battle Creek Public Schools

as a member of our outstanding staff working with students to

help them understand the importance of a college education

and how they can obtain it

At Battle Creek Public Schools our students are

going places And we help them get there

The place to be the place to stay

Where are you going

Terry Burlesonmdash

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Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Belcher-McPherson Auction Company

URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

itrsquos motocross

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We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

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Hopes the 166th Calhoun CountyFair is a Great Success

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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We are your local dealer forhellip

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GOOD LUCK TO ALL EXHIBITORSAT THE 2014 YOUTH FAIR

The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

Jason P RapeljeFinancial Advisor424 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-4516

Scott L Evans AAMSFinancial Advisor207 W Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-5305

Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

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Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Page 7: Battle Creek Shopper News

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2014

2014-2015 District CalendarAugust 4 Life of an Athlete Meetings LMS aud

(600 pm HS athletes 730 pm MS athletes)August 12 Registration Day (K-12) 12 noon ndash 800 pmAugust 12 Picture Day (LHS and LMS during registration)August 26 5th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 100 pm LMSAugust 27 Meet the Teacher (K-8)August 28 9th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 1200 pm LHSSeptember 1 Labor DaySeptember 2 1st Day of SchoolSeptember 19 12 DayOctober 1 Count DayOctober 10 HomecomingOctober 17 12 DayNovember 4 No School Election DayNovember 14 12 DayNovember 20 12 DayNovember 21 12 DayNovember 26 - 28 No School Thanksgiving BreakDecember 5 12 DayDec22 ndash Jan 2No School Winter BreakFebruary 11 Count DayFebruary 13 12 DayFebruary 26 12 DayFebruary 27 12 DayMarch 20 12 DayApril 3 No SchoolApril 6 ndash 10No School Spring BreakMay 1 12 DayMay 25 No School Memorial DayJune 412 DayJune 512 Day Last Day of School

All 1frasl2 days are early release with schools dismissing according to the schedules below

School Day Start amp End TimesElementary Schools (grades K-4)Full Day ndash 840 am ndash 345 pm12 Day ndash 840 am ndash 1205 pmLakeview Middle School (grades 5-8)Full Day ndash 750 am ndash 300 pm12 Day ndash 750 am ndash 1115 amLakeview High School (grades 9-12)Full Day ndash 745 am ndash 250 pm12 Day ndash 745 am ndash 1120 pm

Welcome Back To SchoolWelcome Back To SchoolRegistration Information

Registration Day is Tuesday August 12 1200 noon ndash 800 pm All new andreturning students grades K-12 need to attend registration Please plan tostop by your childrsquos school that day to register himher for fall

New to the DistrictPlease contact the school your

child will attend and a staffmember will be happy to assistyou with the enrollmentprocess For information onelementary attendance bound-aries please contact theTransportation Office at 565-2491

KindergartenEligibility

Children who will turn 5 yearsold on or before October 12014 are eligible to attendkindergarten in the fall Pleasecontact your neighborhood ele-mentary school for enrollmentinformation

School Meal ProgramOnline Account Managementndash For information on manag-ing your childrsquos meal accountonline visit wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunch

Free and Reduced MealApplications

Lakeview School District par-ticipates in the NationalSchool Lunch and Breakfastprogram to provide free andreduced meals to childrenwith financial needApplication forms may besubmitted online atw w w L u n c h A p p c o mlthttpwwwlunchappcomApplications are also avail-able online at wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunchgtand in your childrsquos schooloffice Free and reducedmeal applications must berenewed each school year

2014-2015 School Meal Prices

Grades K-4 Grades 5-12 Breakfast $135 $135 Lunch $230 $240 Milk $045 $045 Reduced Breakfast $030 Reduced Lunch $040

TransportationTransportation representa-tives will be available at eachbuilding during registrationParents are asked to confirmwhether or not their child willneed bus transportation atthat time

Contact InformationSuperintendent Dave Peterson dpetersonlakeviewspartansorg 565-2400Transportation Angela Bishop abishoplakeviewspartansorg 565-2490Food Service Laura Reynolds LReynolds2lakeviewspartansorg 565-3757Child CareMary Dolbee mdolbeelakeviewspartansorg 565-2405High School PrincipalJeffrey Bohl jbohllakeviewspartansorg 565-3700Middle School Principal Mike Norstrom mnorstromlakeviewspartansorg 565-3900Minges Brook Elementary PrincipalLaura Williams lwilliamslakeviewspartansorg 565-4500Prairieview Elementary PrincipalDon Hoaglin dhoaglinlakeviewspartansorg 565-4600Riverside Elementary PrincipalDenise Myers dmyerslakeviewspartansorg 565-4700Westlake Elementary PrincipalCarol Disler cdislerlakeviewspartansorg 565-4900

Child CareLakeviewrsquos Child Care program offers before andafter school care for children in grades K-4Enrollment forms and fee information are availableon the district website atwwwlakeviewspartansorg lthttpwwwlakeviews-partansorggt lthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggtlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggt and by con-tacting the Child Care Office at 565-2405 To ensure the best service possible advanced reg-istration is required

where are you goingInspiring amp experienced Early Learning Coordinator

Conveniently located in revitalized growing

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Strong safety procedures for trusted security

Quality dedicated teachers with low turnover

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Great Start Readiness Program for 4 year olds

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Science Technology Engineering amp Mathematics

Wide range of opportunities in the Arts

Individualized Student Support

Early Learning Literacy Pilot Project

Bilingual family support

For more information call (269) 660-5821

A quality k-12 education from Battle Creek Public Schools

unlocked a world of opportunity for Terry Burleson

A 2005 graduate of Battle Creek Central Terry is an

example of the many students who thrive in our

uniquely diverse learning environment that offers

more choices and more experience that lead to

educational excellence

Under the caring leadership and instruction of Battle Creek

Public Schoolrsquos dedicated staff Terry received the knowledge

and inspiration to follow his dreams His high school counselor

at BC Central saw Terryrsquos potential and encouraged him to

consider attending the University of Michigan And he did

just that with great success

After graduating from one of the top universities in the

country Terry has now returned to Battle Creek Public Schools

as a member of our outstanding staff working with students to

help them understand the importance of a college education

and how they can obtain it

At Battle Creek Public Schools our students are

going places And we help them get there

The place to be the place to stay

Where are you going

Terry Burlesonmdash

a journey of success from BCPS to Uof M and back again

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2014

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Special section provided by these two local publications

Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Bosserd Family FarmOpen Daily 9-6Gift Certificates

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Verona Rd

Michigan Ave

15 Mile Rd

O

1-12 miles west of Marshall

(EBT orBridgeCards

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1-12 miles west of Marshall bull Hours 9am - 6pm Daily

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SweetCorn

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Onions bull Potatoes and TomatoesSALES IN GREENHOUSE ON ALL PLANTS

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Belcher-McPherson Auction Company

URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

itrsquos motocross

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bull Fertilizer amp Chemicals bull Pioneer Seedsbull Buying amp Trucking Grain

Come out andsupport our 4-H

youth byattending thelarge amp small

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BUYING AND SELLING GRAIN

CalhounCounty FAIRAugust 10th-16th

We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Marshall bull 227 W Michigan Ave (269) 781-2348Battle Creek bull 512 Riverside Dr (269) 968-6811Battle Creek bull 146 North Ave (269) 964-4674

Family owned and operated in Marshall and Battle Creek for over 19 years

Heritage Cleaners sends special wishes for a fun andsuccessful fair week to

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Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

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Hopes the 166th Calhoun CountyFair is a Great Success

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Where Quality amp Service Still Count

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Good Luck4-H Exhibitors

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164th Calhoun County Fair

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

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Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

Page 16 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

1201 W Michigan AveMarshall Michigan 49068

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Page 8: Battle Creek Shopper News

2014

2014-2015 District CalendarAugust 4 Life of an Athlete Meetings LMS aud

(600 pm HS athletes 730 pm MS athletes)August 12 Registration Day (K-12) 12 noon ndash 800 pmAugust 12 Picture Day (LHS and LMS during registration)August 26 5th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 100 pm LMSAugust 27 Meet the Teacher (K-8)August 28 9th Grade Orientation 800 am ndash 1200 pm LHSSeptember 1 Labor DaySeptember 2 1st Day of SchoolSeptember 19 12 DayOctober 1 Count DayOctober 10 HomecomingOctober 17 12 DayNovember 4 No School Election DayNovember 14 12 DayNovember 20 12 DayNovember 21 12 DayNovember 26 - 28 No School Thanksgiving BreakDecember 5 12 DayDec22 ndash Jan 2No School Winter BreakFebruary 11 Count DayFebruary 13 12 DayFebruary 26 12 DayFebruary 27 12 DayMarch 20 12 DayApril 3 No SchoolApril 6 ndash 10No School Spring BreakMay 1 12 DayMay 25 No School Memorial DayJune 412 DayJune 512 Day Last Day of School

All 1frasl2 days are early release with schools dismissing according to the schedules below

School Day Start amp End TimesElementary Schools (grades K-4)Full Day ndash 840 am ndash 345 pm12 Day ndash 840 am ndash 1205 pmLakeview Middle School (grades 5-8)Full Day ndash 750 am ndash 300 pm12 Day ndash 750 am ndash 1115 amLakeview High School (grades 9-12)Full Day ndash 745 am ndash 250 pm12 Day ndash 745 am ndash 1120 pm

Welcome Back To SchoolWelcome Back To SchoolRegistration Information

Registration Day is Tuesday August 12 1200 noon ndash 800 pm All new andreturning students grades K-12 need to attend registration Please plan tostop by your childrsquos school that day to register himher for fall

New to the DistrictPlease contact the school your

child will attend and a staffmember will be happy to assistyou with the enrollmentprocess For information onelementary attendance bound-aries please contact theTransportation Office at 565-2491

KindergartenEligibility

Children who will turn 5 yearsold on or before October 12014 are eligible to attendkindergarten in the fall Pleasecontact your neighborhood ele-mentary school for enrollmentinformation

School Meal ProgramOnline Account Managementndash For information on manag-ing your childrsquos meal accountonline visit wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunch

Free and Reduced MealApplications

Lakeview School District par-ticipates in the NationalSchool Lunch and Breakfastprogram to provide free andreduced meals to childrenwith financial needApplication forms may besubmitted online atw w w L u n c h A p p c o mlthttpwwwlunchappcomApplications are also avail-able online at wwwlakeviewspartansorglunchlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorglunchgtand in your childrsquos schooloffice Free and reducedmeal applications must berenewed each school year

2014-2015 School Meal Prices

Grades K-4 Grades 5-12 Breakfast $135 $135 Lunch $230 $240 Milk $045 $045 Reduced Breakfast $030 Reduced Lunch $040

TransportationTransportation representa-tives will be available at eachbuilding during registrationParents are asked to confirmwhether or not their child willneed bus transportation atthat time

Contact InformationSuperintendent Dave Peterson dpetersonlakeviewspartansorg 565-2400Transportation Angela Bishop abishoplakeviewspartansorg 565-2490Food Service Laura Reynolds LReynolds2lakeviewspartansorg 565-3757Child CareMary Dolbee mdolbeelakeviewspartansorg 565-2405High School PrincipalJeffrey Bohl jbohllakeviewspartansorg 565-3700Middle School Principal Mike Norstrom mnorstromlakeviewspartansorg 565-3900Minges Brook Elementary PrincipalLaura Williams lwilliamslakeviewspartansorg 565-4500Prairieview Elementary PrincipalDon Hoaglin dhoaglinlakeviewspartansorg 565-4600Riverside Elementary PrincipalDenise Myers dmyerslakeviewspartansorg 565-4700Westlake Elementary PrincipalCarol Disler cdislerlakeviewspartansorg 565-4900

Child CareLakeviewrsquos Child Care program offers before andafter school care for children in grades K-4Enrollment forms and fee information are availableon the district website atwwwlakeviewspartansorg lthttpwwwlakeviews-partansorggt lthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggtlthttpwwwlakeviewspartansorggt and by con-tacting the Child Care Office at 565-2405 To ensure the best service possible advanced reg-istration is required

where are you goingInspiring amp experienced Early Learning Coordinator

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Strong safety procedures for trusted security

Quality dedicated teachers with low turnover

Ongoing teacher training

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Great Start Readiness Program for 4 year olds

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Wide range of opportunities in the Arts

Individualized Student Support

Early Learning Literacy Pilot Project

Bilingual family support

For more information call (269) 660-5821

A quality k-12 education from Battle Creek Public Schools

unlocked a world of opportunity for Terry Burleson

A 2005 graduate of Battle Creek Central Terry is an

example of the many students who thrive in our

uniquely diverse learning environment that offers

more choices and more experience that lead to

educational excellence

Under the caring leadership and instruction of Battle Creek

Public Schoolrsquos dedicated staff Terry received the knowledge

and inspiration to follow his dreams His high school counselor

at BC Central saw Terryrsquos potential and encouraged him to

consider attending the University of Michigan And he did

just that with great success

After graduating from one of the top universities in the

country Terry has now returned to Battle Creek Public Schools

as a member of our outstanding staff working with students to

help them understand the importance of a college education

and how they can obtain it

At Battle Creek Public Schools our students are

going places And we help them get there

The place to be the place to stay

Where are you going

Terry Burlesonmdash

a journey of success from BCPS to Uof M and back again

Please call and schedule your FREEBack to School Vision Screening with

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2014

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Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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STEAKS ROASTS AND BURGER FOR THE GRILL

Belcher-McPherson Auction Company

URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

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On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

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The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

Jason P RapeljeFinancial Advisor424 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-4516

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Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

and used vehicles - all with

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

with track owners to providea racer and fan-friendly facil-

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

NEED TO SELLSOMETHINGCall 269-965-3955 to place your

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

Page 16 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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consider attending the University of Michigan And he did

just that with great success

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help them understand the importance of a college education

and how they can obtain it

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Where are you going

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Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

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Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

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More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

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On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

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The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

Jason P RapeljeFinancial Advisor424 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-4516

Scott L Evans AAMSFinancial Advisor207 W Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-5305

Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

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EXHIBITORSTake lots of photos of your projects and bring in your film or digital cards and make souvenier prints for you and your auction buyers Use our quality Kodak PRINT MAKERfor instant photo printing

166th FAIR in Marshall

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

and used vehicles - all with

SPECTACULAR ldquoFAIRrdquo PRICING

Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

Mark Reincke 10101 13 Mile Rd781-2432

We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Herersquos hoping for asuccessful

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Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

with track owners to providea racer and fan-friendly facil-

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

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More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

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The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

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bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

itrsquos motocross

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The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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GOOD LUCK TO ALL EXHIBITORSAT THE 2014 YOUTH FAIR

The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

Jason P RapeljeFinancial Advisor424 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-4516

Scott L Evans AAMSFinancial Advisor207 W Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-5305

Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

and used vehicles - all with

SPECTACULAR ldquoFAIRrdquo PRICING

Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

Page 16 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

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September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Special section provided by these two local publications

Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Bosserd Family FarmOpen Daily 9-6Gift Certificates

Fountain in Marshall

Verona Rd

Michigan Ave

15 Mile Rd

O

1-12 miles west of Marshall

(EBT orBridgeCards

Accepted)

14721 VERONA RD MARSHALL MI269-781-4905

1-12 miles west of Marshall bull Hours 9am - 6pm Daily

wwwbosserdfamilyfarmcomPLEASE CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK

FOR UPDATES amp SPECIALS

SweetCorn

Peppers and Green BeansCucumbers bull Zucchini

Onions bull Potatoes and TomatoesSALES IN GREENHOUSE ON ALL PLANTS

STEAKS ROASTS AND BURGER FOR THE GRILL

Belcher-McPherson Auction Company

URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

itrsquos motocross

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ldquoService is our businessrdquo21521 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI

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Come out andsupport our 4-H

youth byattending thelarge amp small

animalauctions at thehellip

BUYING AND SELLING GRAIN

CalhounCounty FAIRAugust 10th-16th

We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Marshall bull 227 W Michigan Ave (269) 781-2348Battle Creek bull 512 Riverside Dr (269) 968-6811Battle Creek bull 146 North Ave (269) 964-4674

Family owned and operated in Marshall and Battle Creek for over 19 years

Heritage Cleaners sends special wishes for a fun andsuccessful fair week to

Ava KarabaErica KarabaGavin KarabaandTaylor Karaba

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269-968-43188090 CALVIN RD BATTLE CREEK MI 49017

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Accredited Staging Professional Realtor(269) 781-9847 Office x131(269) 274-2574 Mobile(800) 491-3005 Toll Free(269) 781-8114 FaxE-mail nancystulberggmailcomWebsite www4homeseekerscom

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Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

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303 E Michigan AveMarshall MI 49068Ph 269-781-3612

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Hopes the 166th Calhoun CountyFair is a Great Success

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Where Quality amp Service Still Count

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Good Luck4-H Exhibitors

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Serving Marshall since 1971

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Good Luckhellip4Hers at the

164th Calhoun County Fair

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Mon-Thur 730am - 8pm bull Fri 730am - 530pm bull Sat 8am - 2pm

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EVERYTHING IN-BETWEEN

Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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We are your local dealer forhellip

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GOOD LUCK TO ALL EXHIBITORSAT THE 2014 YOUTH FAIR

The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

Jason P RapeljeFinancial Advisor424 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-4516

Scott L Evans AAMSFinancial Advisor207 W Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-5305

Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

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Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Special section provided by these two local publications

Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Bosserd Family FarmOpen Daily 9-6Gift Certificates

Fountain in Marshall

Verona Rd

Michigan Ave

15 Mile Rd

O

1-12 miles west of Marshall

(EBT orBridgeCards

Accepted)

14721 VERONA RD MARSHALL MI269-781-4905

1-12 miles west of Marshall bull Hours 9am - 6pm Daily

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FOR UPDATES amp SPECIALS

SweetCorn

Peppers and Green BeansCucumbers bull Zucchini

Onions bull Potatoes and TomatoesSALES IN GREENHOUSE ON ALL PLANTS

STEAKS ROASTS AND BURGER FOR THE GRILL

Belcher-McPherson Auction Company

URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

itrsquos motocross

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Come out andsupport our 4-H

youth byattending thelarge amp small

animalauctions at thehellip

BUYING AND SELLING GRAIN

CalhounCounty FAIRAugust 10th-16th

We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Marshall bull 227 W Michigan Ave (269) 781-2348Battle Creek bull 512 Riverside Dr (269) 968-6811Battle Creek bull 146 North Ave (269) 964-4674

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269-968-43188090 CALVIN RD BATTLE CREEK MI 49017

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Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

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303 E Michigan AveMarshall MI 49068Ph 269-781-3612

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Hopes the 166th Calhoun CountyFair is a Great Success

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Where Quality amp Service Still Count

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Good Luck4-H Exhibitors

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Serving Marshall since 1971

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Good Luckhellip4Hers at the

164th Calhoun County Fair

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Mon-Thur 730am - 8pm bull Fri 730am - 530pm bull Sat 8am - 2pm

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EVERYTHING IN-BETWEEN

Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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We are your local dealer forhellip

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Sale every Wednesday at 100 pmSheep amp Small Animal Sales

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GOOD LUCK TO ALL EXHIBITORSAT THE 2014 YOUTH FAIR

The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

Expert Felling bull TrimmingStump Removal

Free Estimates bull Fully InsuredPrompt Service

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Beronrsquos Tree Service

Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Like to thank all the 4-H kids and their accomplishmentsFrom your local Dennyrsquos amp 115 Restaurant

Visit your local Dennyrsquos804 US Hwy 27 N Marshall MI 49068

269-789-0304

Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

Jason P RapeljeFinancial Advisor424 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-4516

Scott L Evans AAMSFinancial Advisor207 W Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-5305

Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

Located in the center of

Marshallrsquos Main Block

EXHIBITORSTake lots of photos of your projects and bring in your film or digital cards and make souvenier prints for you and your auction buyers Use our quality Kodak PRINT MAKERfor instant photo printing

166th FAIR in Marshall

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

Page 16 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

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forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Special section provided by these two local publications

Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Belcher-McPherson Auction Company

URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

itrsquos motocross

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Come out andsupport our 4-H

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BUYING AND SELLING GRAIN

CalhounCounty FAIRAugust 10th-16th

We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Marshall bull 227 W Michigan Ave (269) 781-2348Battle Creek bull 512 Riverside Dr (269) 968-6811Battle Creek bull 146 North Ave (269) 964-4674

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Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

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Hopes the 166th Calhoun CountyFair is a Great Success

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Where Quality amp Service Still Count

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Good Luck4-H Exhibitors

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Sale every Wednesday at 100 pmSheep amp Small Animal Sales

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GOOD LUCK TO ALL EXHIBITORSAT THE 2014 YOUTH FAIR

The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

Jason P RapeljeFinancial Advisor424 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-4516

Scott L Evans AAMSFinancial Advisor207 W Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-5305

Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Page 14: Battle Creek Shopper News

Market USAMain Street

Special section provided by these two local publications

Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

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We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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GOOD LUCK TO ALL EXHIBITORSAT THE 2014 YOUTH FAIR

The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

Jason P RapeljeFinancial Advisor424 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-4516

Scott L Evans AAMSFinancial Advisor207 W Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-5305

Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

Located in the center of

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

Page 16 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Congratulations

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Page 15: Battle Creek Shopper News

Special section provided by these two local publications

Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

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We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Marshall bull 227 W Michigan Ave (269) 781-2348Battle Creek bull 512 Riverside Dr (269) 968-6811Battle Creek bull 146 North Ave (269) 964-4674

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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GOOD LUCK TO ALL EXHIBITORSAT THE 2014 YOUTH FAIR

The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

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Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Congratulations

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Page 16: Battle Creek Shopper News

Agriculture was foremostin the minds of Calhoun

Countyrsquos settlershence the beginnings of regional fairs

which have been held forover a century and a half

The first fairs were held invarious locations in the cityuntil 1848 when theCalhoun CountyAgricultural Society reor-ganized the event and heldthe new 1849 gathering onCapital Hill (now known asthe fairgrounds) and made ita yearly event

Everyone loved the FairWheel of Fortune sideshows prize exhibits pro-duce livestock horse rac-

ing games and much moreIt became one of the mainsocial gatherings of theyear It was often the onlytime people in the morerural areas got a chance tosee old friends Balloonascensions daredevil actsall became a part of ldquoTheFairrdquo

Marshall High Schoolrsquosfirst football game wasplayed at the fairgrounds in1894 the schoolsrsquo inexperi-

enced team was defeated byOlivet College 60-0

Throughout the 1950s andthe 60s the fair grew andprospered The gradualaddition of new and biggermechanical rides demoli-tion derbies big name enter-tainers and ldquoGirlie Showsrdquoadded to the alreadyimmense entertainment ofthe countyrsquos masses Thingswere good and memorieswere made

Page 2 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Bosserd Family FarmOpen Daily 9-6Gift Certificates

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URGES YOU to SUPPORTthe Annual 4-H AUCTIONSWednesday Evening and Friday Afternoon

Wersquore proud to be part of these events and ask youto show your appreciation for these fine young

people by offering a winning bid at the auction sales

Congratulations to the Calhoun County Fairon the 166th year of this annual event

Located at1106 S KalamazooMarshall MI 49068

269-781-7100

Celebrate year 166 at the Calhoun County Fair

New to Calhoun County this year is TJ Schmidt amp Company a family owned and operat-ed Michigan-based carnival Schmidt has an established reputation for providing superiorquality shows rides games specialty foods and customer amenities Trained staff and man-agement team members will be on site to help you and your family have a fun (and safe) time

More about the Midway

Small Animal Auction is Wednesday

The 2014 Calhoun County fair celebrates 166 years of exhibiting the pride and tal-ents of county residents of all ages

Chief Phineas Pamptopee and Mackey Shogequett of the Calhoun CountyPotawatomi Tribe at the Calhoun County Fair in 1908

The 2014 Small Animal Auction is scheduled for Wednesday Aug 13 6 pm Order of saleis rabbits dairy starter calves goats poultry 4-H members count on individuals and busi-nesses to make the event a success As with Fridayrsquos Large Animal Auction the event willtake place in the covered arena

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

itrsquos motocross

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Come out andsupport our 4-H

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We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Marshall bull 227 W Michigan Ave (269) 781-2348Battle Creek bull 512 Riverside Dr (269) 968-6811Battle Creek bull 146 North Ave (269) 964-4674

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Congratulations to the Fair and4-H Kids for 166 Years

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Hopes the 166th Calhoun CountyFair is a Great Success

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Good Luck4-H Exhibitors

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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GOOD LUCK TO ALL EXHIBITORSAT THE 2014 YOUTH FAIR

The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

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Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

Page 16 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 3

This 2014 Special Section promoting

the 166th Calhoun County Fair is

provided by these two LOCAL

J-Ad Graphics publications

The advertising in this section makes it possible to share the information about this annual event Show your

appreciation by visiting these sponsoring businesses in the coming year

bullThe Calhoun County Fair celebrates the talents and

achievement of LOCAL PEOPLE and deserves your attendance and applause

On Friday Aug 15 the2014 Calhoun County Fairwill host one of its premiereevents the Large AnimalAuction As in years pastFridays sale will see the par-ticipation of hundreds of buy-ers viewers 4-H membersand livestock exhibitors

Held in the covered arenaorder of sale is beef swinesheep

Large animal auction beginsat 11 am Friday Aug 15

In mid-August CalhounCounty is treated to its annu-al fair For 166 years 4-Hmembers carousel ridersand area neighbors haveturned the fairgrounds into acolorful magical place

Kicking-off the yearly cel-ebration is the CalhounCounty Fair King and QueenContest The fun begins at 1pm Sunday Aug 10 in thegrandstand

The 2013 Fair King and Queen and court Who will be crowned this year

Calhoun CountyFair begins withselection of royalty

SJO motocross comes to the grandstand on Thursday Aug14 at 6 pm Spectators can enjoy motorcycles racing overmounds of dirt providing all the actionthe thrills and spillsof racing

Itrsquos a bird --itrsquos a plane --

itrsquos motocross

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We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Hopes the 166th Calhoun CountyFair is a Great Success

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

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Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

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Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Congratulations

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Page 20 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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BUYING AND SELLING GRAIN

CalhounCounty FAIRAugust 10th-16th

We appreciate your businessduring the road construction

The roar of mightyengines thundering hoovesthe shiny Midway and the

sounds of entertainmentcoming from various stageson the grounds are all part of

the fun of the fair Fairgoerslove their annual departurefrom the daily routine andfeel deprived if any of thesethings are missing

Giving all of this meaninghowever are the hundreds of4-H club members for whomthe annual county fair repre-sents the accomplishment ofclearly defined goalsworked toward over many

months During Fair Week 2014

as you watch the 4-Hers atthe fair you will see a spe-cial maturity on their facesone that reflects their know-ing theyrsquove done their best

4-H Creed

I pledge

My Head to clearer thinkingMy Heart to greater loyaltyMy Hands to larger service andMy Health to better livingFor my club my communitymy country and my world

4-H is at the Heart of the fairPage 4 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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GOOD LUCK TO ALL EXHIBITORSAT THE 2014 YOUTH FAIR

The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

Jason P RapeljeFinancial Advisor424 E Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-4516

Scott L Evans AAMSFinancial Advisor207 W Michigan Ave Marshall MI 49068269-781-5305

Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Each year hundreds ofsubmissions from non-live-stock 4-H clubs aroundCalhoun County are judgedand displayed during theannual county fair

4-H club members workall year learning how to cre-ate projects to submit to thefair - photography horticul-ture sewing knitting foodpreparation - visitors neverknow what theyrsquoll see duringFair Week

Before the fair beginsyouth turn in entry forms tothe fair staff who then trans-mits this information to the

4-H Extension Service whichproduces guidelines for thejudges The Extension officelines up the judges with helpfrom the various 4-H clubsuperintendents

On the first Saturday of thefair all the projects are linedup on tables in the coveredarena where they are judgedEach entry is accompaniedby a records notebook eachmember is required to submitwhich includes a marketingplan for the item

Before judging volunteerswork in the Boys amp GirlsBuilding to measure out the

space for their clubsrsquo boothand prepared the area toreceive the membersrsquo proj-ects

After judging each clubtakes its projects to the Boysamp Girls Building and sets upits booth The booth is thenjudged based on a 4-H clubrsquoschosen theme and skill ofexecution

Projects are on displayduring Fair Week to thedelight of parents grandpar-ents and friends of clubmembers

Lena Yaudes Boys amp GirlsBuilding filled with 4-H projects

4-H display booths in the Boys amp Girls Building are judged for originality and design

The Show of Championsbegins at noon the lastSaturday of fair Aug 16 inthe covered arena 2014 4-Hwinners will show rabbitspoultry cavy horses swinedairy starter calves beefgoats dogs and sheep

Championsto showtheir work

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 5

There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

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Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

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Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

and used vehicles - all with

SPECTACULAR ldquoFAIRrdquo PRICING

Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

Page 16 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

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New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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There are three storiesabout where the first demoli-tion derby was held IslipRaceway (Long Island NewYork) Hales CornerRaceway (Hales CornerWisconsin) and an unnamedtown in Ohio

The first story is that in1958 Larry Mendelsohn a28-year stock car drivernoticed that the most cheer-ing and excitement fromcrowds happened when carscrashed Using this informa-tion held the first demoli-tion derby a few years later atIslip Raceway

The New Jersey track con-tinued to hold demos andbeginning in 1962 was fea-tured on ABCs Wide Worldof Sports almost weekly untilthe mid-lsquo70s Within a fewyears the craze swept thecountry becoming a stapleof nearly every county fair

Another story is that HalesCorner Raceway had demosyears prior to IslipAccording to legend CrazyJim Groh of Milwaukeehad a few too many cars onhis dealership lot So he got afew people to drive them as apromotion Many localsclaim that they had demos inthe lsquo50s but actual proof hasnot been found

The only evidence trackeddown would be back-to-backstories on Happy Days tele-vision episodes 64 65 66These episodes Fonzieloves Pinkie Part 1 2 3show demolition derbies inMilwaukee

The last account is that an

unnamed town in Ohio was ascene of road rage gone wildin the mid-rsquo50s Two carscollided at a busy intersec-tion and both continued tobattle it out drawing a hugecrowd to the scene Thisstory however fails to evenname a town or date andonly gets some credibility

because Ohio is a Mecca fordemolition derbies

All of these stories proba-bly fall in the urban mythcategory There were surelyother demos held around thecountry during the same timeperiod but were not officiallyrecognized(Source Schutte Racing Team)

Endro car racing returns to the Calhoun County Fairgrounds on Wednesday Aug13 The race begins at 7 pm in the grandstand

Page 6 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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The history of the demo derby

Demolition Derby isan Aug 16 highlight

Twisted metal smoke anddestruction are coming to theCalhoun County Fair whenthe Aug 16 DemolitionDerby rolls into town Thisis your best chance to safelywitness the organized chaosof multiple car crashes

With strict rules and regu-lations in place the exhila-rating pandemonium of thederby is very safe for thedrivers making it one of themost unique spectacles inmotorsports

While rules vary from

event to event the typicaldemolition derby consists offive or more drivers compet-ing by deliberately rammingtheir vehicles into one anoth-er The last driver whosevehicle is still operational isthe winner

Enduro cars race to thefairgrounds for second year

Enduro car racing is aninexpensive type of automo-bile racing that takes itsname from endurance rac-ing since it consists of hun-dreds of laps around a desig-nated track

Enduro racing involvesstock-based cars that havehad their interior and side orrear windows removed butare mostly stock mechanical-ly A driver is disqualified ifthe post-race inspection findsthat hisher auto has hadmajor racing enhancements

This type of race is often

divided into two classes big-car and small-car Big-carraces feature full-size carswith larger 6- and 8-cylinderengines while small-carraces feature mid-size to sub-compact 4-cylinder makesand models

The races which are oftenlong ones usually occur atthe amateur level The carsoften take up most of thewidth of the track as theybegin from a standing start Itis common for races to behundreds of laps or morethan 50 miles long

Races rarely are canceledbecause of bad weather Therace is not stopped except foran emergency or if the trackis completely blocked When an auto breaks downthe race is temporarily haltedto move the driver to safetyThe car is left in its positionon the racing surface and itbecomes an obstacle aroundwhich the remaining driversmust maneuver Often thefastest car is not the winnerrather longevity is the key towinning

The bouncing of cars off one another was very popular in the 1950s and remainsso to this day -- especially during Fair Week This yearrsquos event begins at 630 pmSaturday Aug 16

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Peddle Pulls and Racestake place on Saturday Aug16 on the Houston SchoolActivity Pad Registrationbegins at 9 am the check-ered flag drops at 10 am

Peddle yourway to fair funon Aug 16

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

Club Small Standard FlowerShow ldquoA Wedding toRememberrdquo 230- 9 pm

Saturday Aug 16Flower show continues

from 10 am to 9 pm

Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

Congratulations to the 166th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

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Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 7

The Old Maple GroveChurch located on theCalhoun County Fairgroundswill be filled with music dur-ing Fair Week 2014Originally located in EckfordTownship where it was builtbetween April 1900 andMarch 1901 the buildingwas abandoned and in disre-pair after a new church wasbuilt on the same property inthe early 1980s

By the summer of 2006the original structure wasscheduled for demolition tomake way for a parking lotIn February of that year thecongregation donated theoriginal structure to theCalhoun County Agriculturaland Industrial Society onbehalf of the Old MapleGrove Church PreservationCommittee The purpose ofthe committee was to save

the building and relocate it tothe Calhoun CountyFairgrounds

Hours of fundraisers anddonated labor and supplieshave resulted in a successful-ly preserved church hasadded an additional venuefor events at the fairgroundincluded non-denominalchurch services weddingsan annual Christmas pro-gram and events during FairWeek

The church will be open dur-ing fair week

The schedule isSunday Aug 10 Church service hosted by

the Maple Grove Church630 pm

Monday Aug 11To Be Announced

Tuesday Aug 12Dennis Wintersteen and

the Wayward Wind Band630 pm

Wednesday Aug 13St Joe River Boys

630 pmThursday Aug 14Fredonia Holiness Church

singers with Doug DamonFriday Aug 15Marshall Area Garden

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Congratulations to the 165th

Calhoun County

Fair

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Fair

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Old Maple Grove Church will be open during the 2014 Calhoun County Fair

Old Maple Grove Church to befilled with music during Fair Week

Paradekicks-off

166th fairAfter a year of preparation

by youth and adults alike the166th Calhoun County Fairgets underway at noon onSunday Aug 10 with theannual parade Antique carswill take the track along withantique tractors Some partic-ipants will ride horses otherswill have their steeds pull awagon or a cart

Prior to the paradersquos step-ping-off members ofAmerican Legion Post 79will post the colors

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Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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SPECTACULAR ldquoFAIRrdquo PRICING

Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

Page 16 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Congratulations

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Page 8 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

The Calhoun County FairBoard recently presented the2014 Volunteer of the YearAward to Bud Moe Bud hasbeen a participant volunteerand supporter of the CalhounCounty Fair for approxi-mately 40 years In 2004 hewas named a lifetime CCAISmember Bud volunteers numeroushours not only during fairweek but also lends a helpinghand throughout the year toensure that any event occur-ring on the fairgrounds runssmoothly

In his early years of volun-teering for the fair Budowned his towing serviceBudrsquos Wrecker ServiceDuring that time Bud madesure his wreckers and crewswere on site for the demoli-tion derby to tow the dis-abled cars off the track Healso would bring in wreckedcars for stunt car acts

Now during Fair WeekBud uses golf carts to helpmobility-impaired patronsget where they need to goWhen not transporting fairvisitors he can be founddelivering supplies to vari-ous vendors

For many years Budserved as a trustee on theCalhoun County Fair Board

On a tractor (Relay forLife tram driver) on a golf-cart (fair time) or on thestreet Bud Moe has the

Calhoun County Fairgrounds on his mind and in his heart

Come to the Calhoun CountyWersquore Proud to be a MAJOR SPONSOR

Located in the center of

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Fair fun begins Saturday Aug 9The 2014 Calhoun County Fair begins Saturday Aug 9 That day the Calhoun County

Yesteryears Antique Tractor Club will hold its 19th annual Antique Tractor Pull This crowd-favorite free event takes place in the grandstand For those wanting a closer look at theseantique treasures the club will have a display during the fair

Bud Moe volunteered for the 2014 Relay for Life-Calhoun County East at the fairgrounds

Fair board recognizes Bud Moe

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

and used vehicles - all with

SPECTACULAR ldquoFAIRrdquo PRICING

Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

Mark Reincke 10101 13 Mile Rd781-2432

We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud racing isdown and dirty

Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

The West Michigan Mud Runs begin at 630 pm Friday Aug 15 in the grandstand

with track owners to providea racer and fan-friendly facil-

ity ensure the sponsors get agood return and help govern

the sport

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

NEED TO SELLSOMETHINGCall 269-965-3955 to place your

ad in the Battle Creek Shopper Newsor 269-781-5444 for an ad in the

Marshall ChronicleAd-Visor

Chuckwagon racing ridesinto the Calhoun County Fair

Page 16 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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The Marshall Area GardenClub is partnering with theOld Maple Grove Church tohost ldquoA Wedding ToRemember Small StandardFloral Showrdquo in the churchfrom 230 to 9 pm onFriday Aug 15 and from 10am to 9 pm SaturdayAug 16 Marlene Glotfeltyis the flower show co-chairwith Shirley Clutter Theshow will be judged by twopanels of three judges

There will be 19 exhibitsat the show in both the sanc-tuary of the church and in thebasement social hallDisplays all made fromfresh or dried plant materialswill be judged in three divi-sions Division 1-Horticulture and Division II-Design and Division III-Artistic Crafts Division I Horticulture

Class 1 - AnnualsThree stems Cut speci-

mens 6-18 inches tallClass 2- Perennials and

Biennials Cut specimens 6-18 inches tall

Class 3- Collections Eachcollection must consist of aminimum of five differentcut specimens One stemexhibited in individual con-tainers Each specimen indi-vidually named Spaceallowed for collection is 30 x

24 inchesClass 4- Arboreal (narrow

leaved evergreens)Minimum of 18 inches andno more than 30 inches

Class 5- Bulbs Cormsand Tubers One stem percontainer

Class 6- Hosta FoliageOne stem per container

Division II Design Class 1 - ldquoWith These

Flowersrdquo Designerrsquos choiceof design suitable for achurch farm waterfront orwoodland wedding ceremo-ny Underlay requiredPedestal size to be deter-mined Fresh andor driedplant material Fourexhibits

Class 2- ldquoLove is in theAirrdquo A hanging design Type1 A non-kinetic design to behung A 14-inch wreath ofall fresh andor dried plantmaterial Four exhibits

Class 3 - ldquoHeavenlyFlowers At The Churchrdquo Ahanging design Type 1 Anon-kinetic design to behung at the pew end in thechurch All fresh plant mate-rial Four exhibits

Division III Artistic CraftsClass 1 - ldquoGoing to the

Chapelrdquo Bridal bouquet offresh andor dried plantmaterial to be staged in acontainer for elevation of

bouquet Four exhibitsClass 2- ldquoEverlasting

Loverdquo Wedding slipper dec-orated with all dried plantmaterial Three exhibits

Plants on the MichiganGarden Plant List and theState Conservation List cannot be used unless grown bythe exhibitor and so noted ona 3rdquo x 5rdquo card with the exhib-it

The design classes areopen to other MichiganGarden Club members aswell as Marshall AreaGarden Club members Thehorticulture classes are opento the public

Advanced registration isrequired for all design class-es and for all collections

Judging is Friday Aug 15from 11 am to 130 pmOnly clerks and chairmen arepermitted in the show are atthis time

Vintage wedding gownsfrom the 1950s 1960s and1990s will be included in theshow as well as wedding-themed quilts

ldquoOnce you exhibit youlearn all the things you maynot have already knownabout a certain plant This isthe first time the garden clubhas held a flower show inOld Maple Grove ChurchWe were inspired to have our

show here after I saw one inan old renovated court-houserdquo said Glotfelty

For more information onthe show call 269-781-7897

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 9

Stop in and say ldquoHirdquo

See you at the

166TH CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Visit our special display for new

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Take a drive out to Ceresco and follow the signs forldquoTemptations II Sweet Corn Irsquoll be selling on my frontlawn and can usually deliver quantity buys STOP OUT AND Pick-up the TASTE of SUMMER

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We also will be selling freshly picked corn at Oertherrsquos

Delivering Fresh Corn Dailyfrom the heart of Fredonia Township

Marshall Area Garden Club to hostflower show at Old Maple Grove Church

AT RIGHT MarshallArea Garden Club mem-ber Marlene Glotfelty leftand Old Maple GroveChurch Committee mem-ber Margaret Taylor dis-cuss the upcoming ldquoAWedding to RememberFlower Showrdquo to be held atthe church Aug 15 16

McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

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Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

entire length the time takento traverse the pit will deter-mine the winner Typicallyvehicles competing are four-wheel drives The motorsport is overseen by sanc-tioning bodies like theAmerican Mud RacingAssociation and theNational Mud RacingOrganization (NMRO) thatoversee each class developand maintain the relationship

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

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forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

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Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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McDonaldrsquos Restaurantspresents Kidsrsquo Day 2014 onTuesday Aug 12

That day kids can enterthe WIN 985 Frog JumpingContest at 1030 pm

Other highlights of the166th Calhoun County Fair(just for kids) are

Bike Give Aways on theCommunity Stage

bullTuesday Aug 12 1 pmbullSaturday Aug 16 2 pmRegistration for the 2012

Peddle Pulls and Racesbegins at 9 am SaturdayAug 16 Race time is 10am

The 4-H barns offer aplace for kids to see closeup dairy and beef cattlesheep goats horses poultryrabbits and swine

Other exhibits includehorticulture floriculturebaked and canned goodsneedlework creative artsand antiques Judging starts

Saturday Aug 9 and runs through Saturday Aug 16

Page 12 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Mud bogging (also knownas mud racing mud runningmud drags or mudding) is aform of off-road motorsportpopular in Canada and theUnited States in which thegoal is to drive a vehiclethrough a pit of mud of a setlength

Winners are determined bythe distance traveled throughthe pit However if severalvehicles are able to travel the

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Congratulations

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Chuckwagon racing is anequestrian rodeo sport inwhich drivers in a chuck-wagon led by a team of hors-es race around a track

This team event is led by adriver who commands ateam of horses pulling thechuckwagon and is support-ed by two or four outriderseach racing individual thor-oughbred horses that followthe chuckwagon Each race typically involves

three or four teams andbegins with the outridersbreaking camp by tossingtwo tent poles (with four out-riders only) and a barrel rep-resenting a camp stove intothe back of their wagonbefore climbing in them-selves and holding on fordear life as the wagon com-pletes a figure eight aroundtwo barrels before circling arace track

The first wagon to cross

the finish line typically winsalthough various time penal-ties are handed out for infrac-tions such as a barrel beingknocked over a tent pole orstove is not loaded or wagoninterference

The event has become acrowd favorite at theCalhoun County Fair Thisfree event takes place begin-ning at 10 am onWednesday Aug 13 in thegrandstand

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 13

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Page 16 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Page 16 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Calhoun County Fair is steeped in historyThe Calhoun County fair-

grounds located on CapitalHill is home to Michigansoldest fair and boasts the old-est fair building in the stateFloral Hall

The fairgrounds werefounded in 1848 and featuremore than 45 acres of grassyshaded grounds and pavedstreets One hundred year oldoaks beautiful landscaping a2400-seat grandstand enter-tainment center and campingfacilities help make the fair-grounds an excellent place tocelebrate Michigans oldestcounty fair and other excit-ing events

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day as oneof Michigans foremost agri-cultural attractions Between1839 and 1847 the Fair washeld in various locationsthroughout the county Butin 1848 the fairgrounds inMarshall became the perma-nent home for the CalhounCounty Fair which has beenheld here ever since

Floral Hall the oldestbuilding on the fairgroundsand the oldest fair building inthe state was constructed in1860 in the popular octagon

style of the time The wingswere added at later datesDesigned originally for thedisplay of flowers and farmproduce the building stillplays a major role at thestates oldest county fair

One becomes the ldquooldestcontinually operating fairrdquo inthe state of Michigan bydoing things people enjoyand developing an army ofsupportive and skilled volun-teers

The ldquoheartbeat of theCalhoun County Fairrdquo is itsvolunteer force The fair isan enormous undertakingwith a physical plant with 20different buildings to main-tain and upgrade and at least60 acres to landscape andmow

The fair board looks backwith pride at all the wonder-ful memories attributable tothe ldquofair historyrdquo It also rec-ognizes the enormousresponsibly it owes the com-munity as stewards of thepresent and future genera-tion of fair participants

Presently the CalhounCounty Fairgrounds propertydraws in excess of 100000visitors a year Add to thatthe vendors special events

agricultural and industrialdisplays and you get the realimpact of the association

First held in 1839 theCalhoun County Fair hascontinued to this day asone of Michigans foremostagricultural attractions

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Michiganrsquos oldest fair building Floral Hall was built in 1861 for the sum of $590 Itfeatures an unusual design consisting of an octagon center rotunda with four rectan-gular wings branching out in each direction

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

of fair weekOn Monday Aug 11 all veterans of the United States armed

forces will be admitted to the Calhoun County Fair for freeOn behalf of many it is the fair organizersrsquo way of sayingldquothank yourdquo

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

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In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

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Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

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First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

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2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

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Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

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Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

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Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 17

The 4-H program hastouched and in many casesshaped the lives of thou-sands of Calhoun Countyresidents

4-H got its start nationallyin 1902 in Iowa and Ohioand came to Michigan - toMuskegon and Mason coun-ties - in 1908

Records indicate the first4-H director in CalhounCounty was Charles EAckley who served on atemporary basis in 1917again in 1918 and then on aregular basis from 1921-22Other early temporary direc-tors whose stints overlappedto varying degrees wereLucia Converse FrankDavis Margaret Hutty EdithGabriel and H F Herrod

William C Boman heldthe position from 1922-25E C Sackrider from 1925-28 and Ruth K Sackrider in

1929-30 Alice Osborn Bateswas director from 1931-35prior to the arrival of B EHenry in 1936

Michigans 4-H programbegan with boys corn clubsOver the next 30 years the 4-

H movement gave rise tosheep poultry canning cakebaking and livestock clubsas well These clubs wereeventually linked to theNational CooperativeExtension Service system

which was formed in 1914under the leadership of theU S Department ofAgriculture

To see 4-H in action visitthe 2014 Calhoun CountyFair

Selecting rides that arefun but not too scary ridingsafely and letting the kidsride alone or not are just afew things to think aboutwhen looking forward to the2014 Calhoun County Fair

ldquoCarnival rides inMichigan are held to thehighest safety standards tokeep riders safe while enjoy-ing the roller coasters andwater slidesrdquo saidDepartment of Licensing andRegulatory Affairs (LARA)Deputy Director ShellyEdgerton ldquoWe ask riders todo their part and rememberlsquosafety firstrsquo Read and fol-low all of the ride rules andrestrictions and use all thesafety equipment providedbecause even one injury isone too manyrdquo

Edgerton emphasized thatif your child is too youngtoo small or afraid to ridealone either skip the ridealtogether or make sure yourchild is accompanied by aresponsible adult Kidsbetween the ages of sevenand 12 account for nearly a

third of all ride accidentsParents should make suretheir kids understand saferide behavior

To reduce the chance ofinjury for all ages and stillenjoy the ride LARA offersthese tipsbullRead and obey all postedrules and restrictionsbullFollow all verbal instruc-tions given by ride operatorsor provided by recordedannouncementsbullMake sure the ride is appro-priate for the rider

bullPay attention to rideh e i g h t w e i g h t m e d i c a lrestrictions If you have anypre-existing medical condi-tions check with your doctorbefore riding thrill rides

bullSecurely latch seat beltsshoulder harness and lapbars Hold on to handrailsuse grab bars

bullKeep hands arms legsand feet inside the ride at alltimes Do not ride with handsin the air Secure loose hairclothing and belongings

bullStay in the ldquolocked andloadedrdquo position for theentire ride Never stand upon a ride

bullAdults should never seat achild on their lap unless rideoperators indicate itrsquos safe todo so

bullNever ride when exces-sively tired or while underthe influence of alcohol ordrugs

bullReport any unsafe behav-ior or conditions on a ride to

a ride supervisor or managerimmediately

bullReport injuries to a ridesupervisor They will assistthe injured and report theinjury to LARA

Contact LARA at 517-241-9202 for more informa-tion

Stay safe have funon the carnival rides

History of 4-H programs

Veteransrsquo Dayis Monday

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2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

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Service and Parts HoursMonday-Friday 730 - 600

Caron Chevrolet1201 W Michigan Ave Marshall

Lube Oil Filter Special

$2195Most cars and light trucks Up to 5 quarts of oil Expires August 31 2012

Come see KIPP for

Welcome KIPPto service

CHEVROLET CERTIFIED SERVICE

3

CARON CHEVROLETextends its heartiest congratulations to the 4-Heacuters whorsquoll take part in this yearrsquos events

Have FUN amp ENJOY the 166th Calhoun County Fair

Lube Oil Filter and Tire Rotation

$3995$3995Most cars and light trucks Up to 5 quarts of oil Expires August 31 2014

HoursMon 830-8

Tues-Fri 830-6 Sat 9-3

Service amp PartsHours

Mon-Fri 730-6

In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Congratulations

MARSHALLANIMAL CARE CENTER

713 North Brewer (Old 27) Marshall

269-781-5114

~ Celebrating 165 Years ~

James R Rzepka DVM bull Randal K Eshuis DVMJennifer Bohney DVM

BoardingGrooming

Page 20 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

826 E Chicago St Coldwater bull 5172798002MMoonnddaayy--FF rr iiddaayy 99aamm -- 66ppmm bullbull SSaattuurrddaayy 99aamm -- 11ppmm

wwwwwwsseeyybbeerr tt sskkuubboottaakk iinnggss ccoomm

IMPLEMENTSALES amp SERVICE

wwwwwwsseeyybbeerr ttsskkuubboottaakkiinnggss ccooomm

Finally Diesel PowermdashPower SteeringmdashIndependent SuspensionmdashHydrostatic Transmissionmdash

ALL IN 1 KUBOTA RTV-X1120DWL-AS UTILITY VEHICLE

bull 248 hp 3cyl diesel bull Liquid cooled engine bull Power Steering bull 2 range VHT-X hydrostatic transmission bull 4wd bull Limited slip front differential bull Foot operated Rear differential

bull Independent suspension front and rear bull OSHA approved ROPS bull Hydraulic power bed lift bull Spray in bed liner included bull Adjustable drivers seat bull Over 1500lb payload capacity bull Priced with ATV tire option

Payments of $29990 per month on new Kubota RTV-X1120DWL-AS- utility vehicle based on sales price of$1439500 at 0down 0 APRfor 48 months Financing available from Kubota Credit Corporation USA 3401Del Amo Blvd Torrance CA 90503 subject to credit approval Payments do not include implements set up deliveryor local taxes where applicable Some exceptions apply Offer expires 9-30-14 See dealership for details and otherlow-rate finance options

CASHPRICE

$1399500

Or $29990 per month

wwwwwwsseeyybbeerr ttsskkuubboottaakkiinnggss ccooomm

Finally A Backhoe Tractor That I Can Afford

bull 23 hp 3 cyl Kubota diesel

bull 2 range Hydrostatic transmission

bull 4WD

bull Differential lock

bull Power steering

bull Mid and Rear PTO

bull Standard Cat1 3 pt 540 rear PTO

bull Live PTO and Hydraulics

bull R-4 Industrial tires

bull 48 loader bucket wSingle Joystick

Ctrl

bull 6 ft Digging depth backhoe w12

bkt

Payments of $24993 per month on new Kubota BX25DLB-R-1 tractorloaderbackhoe based on sales price of $1799500 at$44988 down 0 APR for 72 months Financing available from Kubota Credit Corporation USA 3401 Del Amo Blvd TorranceCA 90503 subject to credit approval Payments do not include implements set up delivery or local taxes where applicable Someexceptions apply Offer expires 09-30-2014 See dealership for details and other low-rate finance options $44988 due at closingto cover 72 months versus standard 60 months 0 APR

CASHPRICE

$1799500

Only $24993 per month

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BBBAACCKKHHOOEE

While Supplies Last

INCLUDESLandpride

RB0560 RearBlade

Ask About Our RTVOptions

THE ARBORS OF BATTLE CREEK

1 BEDROOMStarting at $465

2 BEDROOMSStarting at $500

With Up to

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M-F 9am-6pm bull Sat 10am-5pm Sun Noon-4pm

Apply Onlinewwwbedfordhillsnet

888-898-8213 Some restrictions apply

NO RENT

UNTILOCT 1ST 2014

(RESTRICTIONS APPLY)

SUN HOMES

NO RENT

MOVE-INSPECIAL

Only

$198

269-963-23201417 CAPITAL AVE NE

Mon-Fri 9AM - 5PM bull Sat 10AM - 2PM

Restrictions Apply

bull ldquoFREErdquo Moving Truck bull Pennfield Schoolsbull $200 Deposit bull Redecorated Units

Pets Welcome

$200 offYour First Full

Months Rent

Studios 1 amp 2 BR ApartmentsCome swim

with us

Peak Management

Call for more info

(269) 660-8700120 Riverside Drive

Battle Creek MI 49015

of SUMMER at

Tree Top RidgeApartments

FREE Rent$99 Moves you in

ldquoRestrictions Applyrdquo

bull Spacious Apartments

bull WasherDryer Hook-Ups

bull Cathedral Ceilings

bull All Appliances

Furnished

bull Central Air

Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included

Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included

3 4

2

1

1

2

3

4

edwardrosecomedwardrosecom

Offering you the best in Battle CreekOffering you the best in Battle Creek

bull New Homesbull Commercialbull Additionsbull Remodeling

269-441-1800 or email astetlerctsmailnet

wwwstetlerbuilthomescom

STETLER CONSTRUCTIONBUILDING FOUNDATIONS FOR FUTURE GENERATIONSSC

CALL ANNIE FOR YOURCONSTRUCTION NEEDS

GeorgetownEstates

bull 1BR$450-$460 bull 2BR$545-$555bull 3BR$600-$615

$15 Application Fee

Heat Water amp Trash included on most units

965-57361975 E Columbia Ave Battle Creek

Some Restrictions Apply Section 8 Welcomewwwgeorgetown-estatescom

ldquo Beautiful ldquo

Visit our website to tour even more models for sale

300 Morgan Rd Battle Creek MI269-964-4200

wwwRollingHillsVillagecom

Enjoybull Professionally designed clubhouse for your enjoymentbull No sharing wall or floorceiling with your neighborsbull You have more control (Example YOU pick the paint colors)bull OFF-street parking right near your doorbull Laundry without quarters - your own washerdryer hook upbull Relax with your family in your won porch or yardbull Enjoy doing your own landscaping or tending a small gardenbull Cool and refreshing swimming poolbull Fitness Centerbull No pet deposit - cats and smaller dogs are welcome

T H E C O M M U N I T Y O F

Be Part of Our

Award Winning CommunityCelebrating Over 25 Years

HUGE END-OF-SUMMERPRICE REDUCTIONS

Come see the differenceMove-In Ready Models

3 BRs 3 baths 1900 sq ft front amp rear deck handicap accessible

ramp (332-B)

$54900$49900

3 BRs 2 baths front porch approx1500 sq ft Cottage blinds

throughout (294)

$59450

FIREPLACE

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths over 1900 sq ftstorage shed appliances included

(317)

MUSTMUST SELL SELL - - REDUCED REDUCED

3 BRs 2 baths master suite deckapprox 2000 sq ft (279)

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area (55)

ATTACHED GARAGE GARAGE

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1195MO

$42450$38900

$45000$39900

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3 BRs 2 baths rear deck fireplace1900 sq ft new laminate flooring

(271)

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ft (21)

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(257)

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Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

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All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

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BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

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Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

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Page 28: Battle Creek Shopper News

2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR ndash Page 19

By Kathy Fisher4-H Program Coordinator

Calhoun County

As the Calhoun CountyFair kicks off next weekhundreds of county 4-Hmembers and volunteers areheaded to the fair to show offtheir projects and skillsWhile the week is the culmi-nation of a year of hard workfor some 4-H offers manyunique opportunities notseen at fair So whetheryoursquore a young person or anadult who has time to give asa volunteer why not join theclub

A program of MichiganState University (MSU)Extension Michigan 4-H isthe largest youth develop-ment program in the stateEach year the program pro-vides more than 200000young people with opportu-nities to explore new inter-ests gain new knowledgeenhance their expertise anddiscover their passion whileteaching valuable life skillsthat prepare youth for thefuture

In Calhoun County 806youth are actively engaged in4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Though tra-ditionally seen as a programfor youth with livestocktoday 4-H has so much moreto offer As a year-roundyouth development programyouth will have the opportu-nity to be engaged in funeducational experiences thathelp them learn valuable lifeskills throughout the entireyear Opportunities for 4-Hrsquoersinclude arts and craftssewing food and nutritiongardening leadership shoot-ing sports livestock andmuch more

No matter what kidschoose all the 4-H projectshelp members learn to exem-plify the four Hrsquos headheart hands and health Theylearn to use their head tomake sound decisions setgoals and stick with them aswell as to develop practical

skills needed to lead a pro-ductive and fulfilling life

Using their heart youthlearn to act with integrity andaccountability and help oth-ers to become their best Their hands are used to putthe needs of their communitybefore their own as theyserve others and they learnabout health by developingskills and knowledge toactively take care of theirminds and bodies

With these skills there isno limit to what youth can dowith 4-H Leadership oppor-tunities within the club offerthem the chance to try outskills while mentoring ayounger member that is newto the group will allow mem-bers to become a teacherthemselves In addition tocounty programs statewide4-H programs such asExploration Days giveyouth the chance to meetother 4-Hrsquoers from aroundthe state and experience whatlife on a college campus islike

Helping to make this pos-sible for 4-Hrsquoers in our owncommunity and across thestate are caring volunteerswho give their time and tal-ents to lend a hand provideguidance and answer lifersquoslittle questions along theway In Calhoun Countymore than 300 volunteersgive their time each yearwith 176 actively involved inmentoring youth through a 4-H club Though the impactof these volunteers is greatthe need for additional 4-Hvolunteers is mounting Witha goal of reaching 20 percentof Michiganrsquos youth through4-H by the year 2020 morevolunteers will be key

If you want to make animpact on the next genera-tion becoming a CalhounCounty 4-H volunteer is oneof the best ways you can dothat You donrsquot have to be aparent or even related to a 4-Hrsquoer to get involved Anyonecan volunteer and itrsquos a greatopportunity to make yourmark on the next generation

Interested volunteers cangive their time in a variety ofways 4-H programs rangefrom animal science tocareer preparation clothingand textiles to science andtechnology or performingarts to youth entrepreneur-ship Whether yoursquove got anhour to give or want to makea year-long commitmenttherersquos a 4-H volunteeropportunity waiting for youLead a club chaperone anevent offer a skills trainingbecome a mentor teach aworkshop or whateverstrikes your interest there isno limit to the ways you canvolunteer your time

Whether you want to helpmake 4-Hersrsquo dreams cometrue as a 4-H volunteer orjoin the club yourself as a 4-H member all of these expe-riences and more can beyours just by joining

Calhoun County 4-H Learn more about how you

can get involved by visiting4hmsuemsuedu or by call-ing me at the CalhounCounty MSU Extensionoffice 269-781-0784

1201 W Michigan AveMarshall Michigan 49068

269-781-5154

Service and Parts HoursMonday-Friday 730 - 600

Caron Chevrolet1201 W Michigan Ave Marshall

Lube Oil Filter Special

$2195Most cars and light trucks Up to 5 quarts of oil Expires August 31 2012

Come see KIPP for

Welcome KIPPto service

CHEVROLET CERTIFIED SERVICE

3

CARON CHEVROLETextends its heartiest congratulations to the 4-Heacuters whorsquoll take part in this yearrsquos events

Have FUN amp ENJOY the 166th Calhoun County Fair

Lube Oil Filter and Tire Rotation

$3995$3995Most cars and light trucks Up to 5 quarts of oil Expires August 31 2014

HoursMon 830-8

Tues-Fri 830-6 Sat 9-3

Service amp PartsHours

Mon-Fri 730-6

In Calhoun County 806 youth are actively engaged in 4-H which is open to allyouth ages 5-19 Not only at fair time but year-round youth have opportunity toengage in fun educational experiences Pictured here are students in a past sessionof 4-H Albion Creative

Join 4-H and be mentor for tomorrowrsquos leaders

Devin Willis of Homer is one of the hundreds of 4-Hrsquoers who has participated in the annual CalhounCounty Fair Beginning Saturday Aug 9 current clubmembers and volunteers will head to the fairgrounds toshow off their projects and skills CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

Congratulations

MARSHALLANIMAL CARE CENTER

713 North Brewer (Old 27) Marshall

269-781-5114

~ Celebrating 165 Years ~

James R Rzepka DVM bull Randal K Eshuis DVMJennifer Bohney DVM

BoardingGrooming

Page 20 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

826 E Chicago St Coldwater bull 5172798002MMoonnddaayy--FF rr iiddaayy 99aamm -- 66ppmm bullbull SSaattuurrddaayy 99aamm -- 11ppmm

wwwwwwsseeyybbeerr tt sskkuubboottaakk iinnggss ccoomm

IMPLEMENTSALES amp SERVICE

wwwwwwsseeyybbeerr ttsskkuubboottaakkiinnggss ccooomm

Finally Diesel PowermdashPower SteeringmdashIndependent SuspensionmdashHydrostatic Transmissionmdash

ALL IN 1 KUBOTA RTV-X1120DWL-AS UTILITY VEHICLE

bull 248 hp 3cyl diesel bull Liquid cooled engine bull Power Steering bull 2 range VHT-X hydrostatic transmission bull 4wd bull Limited slip front differential bull Foot operated Rear differential

bull Independent suspension front and rear bull OSHA approved ROPS bull Hydraulic power bed lift bull Spray in bed liner included bull Adjustable drivers seat bull Over 1500lb payload capacity bull Priced with ATV tire option

Payments of $29990 per month on new Kubota RTV-X1120DWL-AS- utility vehicle based on sales price of$1439500 at 0down 0 APRfor 48 months Financing available from Kubota Credit Corporation USA 3401Del Amo Blvd Torrance CA 90503 subject to credit approval Payments do not include implements set up deliveryor local taxes where applicable Some exceptions apply Offer expires 9-30-14 See dealership for details and otherlow-rate finance options

CASHPRICE

$1399500

Or $29990 per month

wwwwwwsseeyybbeerr ttsskkuubboottaakkiinnggss ccooomm

Finally A Backhoe Tractor That I Can Afford

bull 23 hp 3 cyl Kubota diesel

bull 2 range Hydrostatic transmission

bull 4WD

bull Differential lock

bull Power steering

bull Mid and Rear PTO

bull Standard Cat1 3 pt 540 rear PTO

bull Live PTO and Hydraulics

bull R-4 Industrial tires

bull 48 loader bucket wSingle Joystick

Ctrl

bull 6 ft Digging depth backhoe w12

bkt

Payments of $24993 per month on new Kubota BX25DLB-R-1 tractorloaderbackhoe based on sales price of $1799500 at$44988 down 0 APR for 72 months Financing available from Kubota Credit Corporation USA 3401 Del Amo Blvd TorranceCA 90503 subject to credit approval Payments do not include implements set up delivery or local taxes where applicable Someexceptions apply Offer expires 09-30-2014 See dealership for details and other low-rate finance options $44988 due at closingto cover 72 months versus standard 60 months 0 APR

CASHPRICE

$1799500

Only $24993 per month

BBXX2255DDLLBB--RR--11TTRRAACCTTOORRLLOOAADDEERR

BBBAACCKKHHOOEE

While Supplies Last

INCLUDESLandpride

RB0560 RearBlade

Ask About Our RTVOptions

THE ARBORS OF BATTLE CREEK

1 BEDROOMStarting at $465

2 BEDROOMSStarting at $500

With Up to

ONE MONTH FREE RENT

10 Rambling Rd269-979-9500

APPLY ONLINE wwwelementmgtcom

M-F 9am-6pm bull Sat 10am-5pm Sun Noon-4pm

Apply Onlinewwwbedfordhillsnet

888-898-8213 Some restrictions apply

NO RENT

UNTILOCT 1ST 2014

(RESTRICTIONS APPLY)

SUN HOMES

NO RENT

MOVE-INSPECIAL

Only

$198

269-963-23201417 CAPITAL AVE NE

Mon-Fri 9AM - 5PM bull Sat 10AM - 2PM

Restrictions Apply

bull ldquoFREErdquo Moving Truck bull Pennfield Schoolsbull $200 Deposit bull Redecorated Units

Pets Welcome

$200 offYour First Full

Months Rent

Studios 1 amp 2 BR ApartmentsCome swim

with us

Peak Management

Call for more info

(269) 660-8700120 Riverside Drive

Battle Creek MI 49015

of SUMMER at

Tree Top RidgeApartments

FREE Rent$99 Moves you in

ldquoRestrictions Applyrdquo

bull Spacious Apartments

bull WasherDryer Hook-Ups

bull Cathedral Ceilings

bull All Appliances

Furnished

bull Central Air

Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included

Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included

3 4

2

1

1

2

3

4

edwardrosecomedwardrosecom

Offering you the best in Battle CreekOffering you the best in Battle Creek

bull New Homesbull Commercialbull Additionsbull Remodeling

269-441-1800 or email astetlerctsmailnet

wwwstetlerbuilthomescom

STETLER CONSTRUCTIONBUILDING FOUNDATIONS FOR FUTURE GENERATIONSSC

CALL ANNIE FOR YOURCONSTRUCTION NEEDS

GeorgetownEstates

bull 1BR$450-$460 bull 2BR$545-$555bull 3BR$600-$615

$15 Application Fee

Heat Water amp Trash included on most units

965-57361975 E Columbia Ave Battle Creek

Some Restrictions Apply Section 8 Welcomewwwgeorgetown-estatescom

ldquo Beautiful ldquo

Visit our website to tour even more models for sale

300 Morgan Rd Battle Creek MI269-964-4200

wwwRollingHillsVillagecom

Enjoybull Professionally designed clubhouse for your enjoymentbull No sharing wall or floorceiling with your neighborsbull You have more control (Example YOU pick the paint colors)bull OFF-street parking right near your doorbull Laundry without quarters - your own washerdryer hook upbull Relax with your family in your won porch or yardbull Enjoy doing your own landscaping or tending a small gardenbull Cool and refreshing swimming poolbull Fitness Centerbull No pet deposit - cats and smaller dogs are welcome

T H E C O M M U N I T Y O F

Be Part of Our

Award Winning CommunityCelebrating Over 25 Years

HUGE END-OF-SUMMERPRICE REDUCTIONS

Come see the differenceMove-In Ready Models

3 BRs 3 baths 1900 sq ft front amp rear deck handicap accessible

ramp (332-B)

$54900$49900

3 BRs 2 baths front porch approx1500 sq ft Cottage blinds

throughout (294)

$59450

FIREPLACE

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths over 1900 sq ftstorage shed appliances included

(317)

MUSTMUST SELL SELL - - REDUCED REDUCED

3 BRs 2 baths master suite deckapprox 2000 sq ft (279)

MUSTMUST SEE SEE3 BRs 2 baths storage shed 1700sq ft walk thru closet fenced yard

area (55)

ATTACHED GARAGE GARAGE

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1195MO

$42450$38900

$45000$39900

$40900$39500PRICE SLASHED

PRICE SLASHED

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths rear deck fireplace1900 sq ft new laminate flooring

(271)

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1150MO

$61900$59900PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths AC decorativefence all appliances over 1600 sq

ft (21)

FANTASTIC LOCATION

$24500

3 BRs 2 baths 1700 sq ft carport storage shed appliances

(257)

FIREPLACE amp amp CARPORTCARPORT

$39500$36900PRICE S SLASHED

Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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WK Kellogg AirportFCIP

PostFranklin

Westlake Prairieview

Minges Brook Riverside

Rural Southwest

Urbandale

Battle Creek

City of Springfield

North Central

Fremont McKinley

Verona

Wilson Coburn

Roosevelt Territorial

Central Business District

1001 E Columbia AveBattle Creek Michigan 49014

Hours Open Monday thru Friday 830 to 530Email shopperadsj-adgraphicscom bull Fax 269-968-8586

Attention Advertisers

Call Today About OurAnnual

Back-to-School SectionContact One of Our

Sales Associates at hellip

269-965-3955

Ron Lapland4744 Beckley RdBattle Creek

(Across from Cracker Barrel)

269-963-4214

andMore

Handy Man OpportunityNeighborhoods Inc is seeking a Handy Man tohelp maintain its 1-4 unit affordable housing prop-erties The successful candidate must have experi-ence performing housing repairs and evaluatingcode compliance issues Acceptable work refer-ences background investigation and drug testingupon hire and periodically are required Must havetransportation and tools be available to work 30-40hours a week plus be on call at other times and livein Battle Creek

For an interview call Neighborhoods Inc at

(269) 968-1113 Neighborhoods Inc is an equal opportunity employer

Starting pay is $10 - $11 Hour

Immediate Openings ALL Shifts Trial-Hire

HOT JOBSWersquore hiring for

Measurably better employees

$100 Referral Bonus amp $250 Drawing

DENSO Systex Rosler Northpointe Woods Geislinger and other great local companies

General Labor Project Work Maintenance TechWarehouse Fabricator Assemblers PT Health Aid

Small Assembly PT Janitor Machine BuildersQuality Inspectors Machinist

CNC Set-up Operators ExtrudersFabricatorsPackaging Operators Material Handlers

Apply NOW at wwwemploymentgroupcom Then call 2697889000 and ask about our

SATURDAY AUGUST 16 10 AM TO 2 PM

DENSO MANUFACTURING MICHIGAN 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037

ldquoThe opportunities are here to advance your career you just have to go and get itrdquo

bull Higher starting rates bull Raises at 30 amp 60 days

HVAC

From

to

Plant

DELI

VERING THE HIGH

ES

T

INQ

UALITY OF SERVICE

EOE2245 W Columbia Ave Battle Creek

269-962-8541 bull 269-968-7220 wwwkellyservicescom

FRI AUG 8TH

200 PM - 330 PMMON AUG 11TH

100 PM - 230 PM

Cruise Into hellip

TUE AUG 12TH

230 PM - 400 PMTHUR AUG 14TH

300 PM - 430 PM

424 temporaries have become DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc Associates in thepast 24 months would you like to become one too

200 immediate positions $1000 - $1200 an hour

for 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts Holiday Pay Service Bonus and Recognition Awards

Unlimited Referral Bonuses of $10000 Per PersonAttend a job fair at our branch office and bring your high school diploma or GED

Walk-ins are welcome

wwwOnStaffUSAcom

to our WEEKLYJACKPOT WINNER

ldquoI have never won anything beforerdquoADRIENNE S

YOU could be next Apply online at wwwOnStaffUSAcom

TRMI OPEN INTERVIEWSTHURSDAY 814 330-5

100 HILL BRADY RDBATTLE CREEK MI

Openings on 1st 2nd amp 3rd shift

Visit wwwOnStaffUSAcomfor full openings and to apply online

Like Us on

Pictured Left to Right

John Steele Master Certified Tech

Spencer Perry Lube Tech

Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

269-753-16502517 W Dickman RdSpringfield MI 49037Full Service Auto Repair

All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

Full Service Auto RepairAll Makes amp Models

Specializing in ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 29: Battle Creek Shopper News

Page 20 ndash 2014 CALHOUN COUNTY FAIR

826 E Chicago St Coldwater bull 5172798002MMoonnddaayy--FF rr iiddaayy 99aamm -- 66ppmm bullbull SSaattuurrddaayy 99aamm -- 11ppmm

wwwwwwsseeyybbeerr tt sskkuubboottaakk iinnggss ccoomm

IMPLEMENTSALES amp SERVICE

wwwwwwsseeyybbeerr ttsskkuubboottaakkiinnggss ccooomm

Finally Diesel PowermdashPower SteeringmdashIndependent SuspensionmdashHydrostatic Transmissionmdash

ALL IN 1 KUBOTA RTV-X1120DWL-AS UTILITY VEHICLE

bull 248 hp 3cyl diesel bull Liquid cooled engine bull Power Steering bull 2 range VHT-X hydrostatic transmission bull 4wd bull Limited slip front differential bull Foot operated Rear differential

bull Independent suspension front and rear bull OSHA approved ROPS bull Hydraulic power bed lift bull Spray in bed liner included bull Adjustable drivers seat bull Over 1500lb payload capacity bull Priced with ATV tire option

Payments of $29990 per month on new Kubota RTV-X1120DWL-AS- utility vehicle based on sales price of$1439500 at 0down 0 APRfor 48 months Financing available from Kubota Credit Corporation USA 3401Del Amo Blvd Torrance CA 90503 subject to credit approval Payments do not include implements set up deliveryor local taxes where applicable Some exceptions apply Offer expires 9-30-14 See dealership for details and otherlow-rate finance options

CASHPRICE

$1399500

Or $29990 per month

wwwwwwsseeyybbeerr ttsskkuubboottaakkiinnggss ccooomm

Finally A Backhoe Tractor That I Can Afford

bull 23 hp 3 cyl Kubota diesel

bull 2 range Hydrostatic transmission

bull 4WD

bull Differential lock

bull Power steering

bull Mid and Rear PTO

bull Standard Cat1 3 pt 540 rear PTO

bull Live PTO and Hydraulics

bull R-4 Industrial tires

bull 48 loader bucket wSingle Joystick

Ctrl

bull 6 ft Digging depth backhoe w12

bkt

Payments of $24993 per month on new Kubota BX25DLB-R-1 tractorloaderbackhoe based on sales price of $1799500 at$44988 down 0 APR for 72 months Financing available from Kubota Credit Corporation USA 3401 Del Amo Blvd TorranceCA 90503 subject to credit approval Payments do not include implements set up delivery or local taxes where applicable Someexceptions apply Offer expires 09-30-2014 See dealership for details and other low-rate finance options $44988 due at closingto cover 72 months versus standard 60 months 0 APR

CASHPRICE

$1799500

Only $24993 per month

BBXX2255DDLLBB--RR--11TTRRAACCTTOORRLLOOAADDEERR

BBBAACCKKHHOOEE

While Supplies Last

INCLUDESLandpride

RB0560 RearBlade

Ask About Our RTVOptions

THE ARBORS OF BATTLE CREEK

1 BEDROOMStarting at $465

2 BEDROOMSStarting at $500

With Up to

ONE MONTH FREE RENT

10 Rambling Rd269-979-9500

APPLY ONLINE wwwelementmgtcom

M-F 9am-6pm bull Sat 10am-5pm Sun Noon-4pm

Apply Onlinewwwbedfordhillsnet

888-898-8213 Some restrictions apply

NO RENT

UNTILOCT 1ST 2014

(RESTRICTIONS APPLY)

SUN HOMES

NO RENT

MOVE-INSPECIAL

Only

$198

269-963-23201417 CAPITAL AVE NE

Mon-Fri 9AM - 5PM bull Sat 10AM - 2PM

Restrictions Apply

bull ldquoFREErdquo Moving Truck bull Pennfield Schoolsbull $200 Deposit bull Redecorated Units

Pets Welcome

$200 offYour First Full

Months Rent

Studios 1 amp 2 BR ApartmentsCome swim

with us

Peak Management

Call for more info

(269) 660-8700120 Riverside Drive

Battle Creek MI 49015

of SUMMER at

Tree Top RidgeApartments

FREE Rent$99 Moves you in

ldquoRestrictions Applyrdquo

bull Spacious Apartments

bull WasherDryer Hook-Ups

bull Cathedral Ceilings

bull All Appliances

Furnished

bull Central Air

Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included

Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included

3 4

2

1

1

2

3

4

edwardrosecomedwardrosecom

Offering you the best in Battle CreekOffering you the best in Battle Creek

bull New Homesbull Commercialbull Additionsbull Remodeling

269-441-1800 or email astetlerctsmailnet

wwwstetlerbuilthomescom

STETLER CONSTRUCTIONBUILDING FOUNDATIONS FOR FUTURE GENERATIONSSC

CALL ANNIE FOR YOURCONSTRUCTION NEEDS

GeorgetownEstates

bull 1BR$450-$460 bull 2BR$545-$555bull 3BR$600-$615

$15 Application Fee

Heat Water amp Trash included on most units

965-57361975 E Columbia Ave Battle Creek

Some Restrictions Apply Section 8 Welcomewwwgeorgetown-estatescom

ldquo Beautiful ldquo

Visit our website to tour even more models for sale

300 Morgan Rd Battle Creek MI269-964-4200

wwwRollingHillsVillagecom

Enjoybull Professionally designed clubhouse for your enjoymentbull No sharing wall or floorceiling with your neighborsbull You have more control (Example YOU pick the paint colors)bull OFF-street parking right near your doorbull Laundry without quarters - your own washerdryer hook upbull Relax with your family in your won porch or yardbull Enjoy doing your own landscaping or tending a small gardenbull Cool and refreshing swimming poolbull Fitness Centerbull No pet deposit - cats and smaller dogs are welcome

T H E C O M M U N I T Y O F

Be Part of Our

Award Winning CommunityCelebrating Over 25 Years

HUGE END-OF-SUMMERPRICE REDUCTIONS

Come see the differenceMove-In Ready Models

3 BRs 3 baths 1900 sq ft front amp rear deck handicap accessible

ramp (332-B)

$54900$49900

3 BRs 2 baths front porch approx1500 sq ft Cottage blinds

throughout (294)

$59450

FIREPLACE

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths over 1900 sq ftstorage shed appliances included

(317)

MUSTMUST SELL SELL - - REDUCED REDUCED

3 BRs 2 baths master suite deckapprox 2000 sq ft (279)

MUSTMUST SEE SEE3 BRs 2 baths storage shed 1700sq ft walk thru closet fenced yard

area (55)

ATTACHED GARAGE GARAGE

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1195MO

$42450$38900

$45000$39900

$40900$39500PRICE SLASHED

PRICE SLASHED

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths rear deck fireplace1900 sq ft new laminate flooring

(271)

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1150MO

$61900$59900PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths AC decorativefence all appliances over 1600 sq

ft (21)

FANTASTIC LOCATION

$24500

3 BRs 2 baths 1700 sq ft carport storage shed appliances

(257)

FIREPLACE amp amp CARPORTCARPORT

$39500$36900PRICE S SLASHED

Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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LA

MA

ZO

OC

OU

NT

YC

AL

HO

UN

CO

UN

TY

0034

0025

002601

0027

0018

0015

0016

0017

0019

00050006

0014

0001

0004

0002

0007

0021

0003

00080013

00090011

0026

0010

00120025

0024

0023

0022

WK Kellogg AirportFCIP

PostFranklin

Westlake Prairieview

Minges Brook Riverside

Rural Southwest

Urbandale

Battle Creek

City of Springfield

North Central

Fremont McKinley

Verona

Wilson Coburn

Roosevelt Territorial

Central Business District

1001 E Columbia AveBattle Creek Michigan 49014

Hours Open Monday thru Friday 830 to 530Email shopperadsj-adgraphicscom bull Fax 269-968-8586

Attention Advertisers

Call Today About OurAnnual

Back-to-School SectionContact One of Our

Sales Associates at hellip

269-965-3955

Ron Lapland4744 Beckley RdBattle Creek

(Across from Cracker Barrel)

269-963-4214

andMore

Handy Man OpportunityNeighborhoods Inc is seeking a Handy Man tohelp maintain its 1-4 unit affordable housing prop-erties The successful candidate must have experi-ence performing housing repairs and evaluatingcode compliance issues Acceptable work refer-ences background investigation and drug testingupon hire and periodically are required Must havetransportation and tools be available to work 30-40hours a week plus be on call at other times and livein Battle Creek

For an interview call Neighborhoods Inc at

(269) 968-1113 Neighborhoods Inc is an equal opportunity employer

Starting pay is $10 - $11 Hour

Immediate Openings ALL Shifts Trial-Hire

HOT JOBSWersquore hiring for

Measurably better employees

$100 Referral Bonus amp $250 Drawing

DENSO Systex Rosler Northpointe Woods Geislinger and other great local companies

General Labor Project Work Maintenance TechWarehouse Fabricator Assemblers PT Health Aid

Small Assembly PT Janitor Machine BuildersQuality Inspectors Machinist

CNC Set-up Operators ExtrudersFabricatorsPackaging Operators Material Handlers

Apply NOW at wwwemploymentgroupcom Then call 2697889000 and ask about our

SATURDAY AUGUST 16 10 AM TO 2 PM

DENSO MANUFACTURING MICHIGAN 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037

ldquoThe opportunities are here to advance your career you just have to go and get itrdquo

bull Higher starting rates bull Raises at 30 amp 60 days

HVAC

From

to

Plant

DELI

VERING THE HIGH

ES

T

INQ

UALITY OF SERVICE

EOE2245 W Columbia Ave Battle Creek

269-962-8541 bull 269-968-7220 wwwkellyservicescom

FRI AUG 8TH

200 PM - 330 PMMON AUG 11TH

100 PM - 230 PM

Cruise Into hellip

TUE AUG 12TH

230 PM - 400 PMTHUR AUG 14TH

300 PM - 430 PM

424 temporaries have become DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc Associates in thepast 24 months would you like to become one too

200 immediate positions $1000 - $1200 an hour

for 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts Holiday Pay Service Bonus and Recognition Awards

Unlimited Referral Bonuses of $10000 Per PersonAttend a job fair at our branch office and bring your high school diploma or GED

Walk-ins are welcome

wwwOnStaffUSAcom

to our WEEKLYJACKPOT WINNER

ldquoI have never won anything beforerdquoADRIENNE S

YOU could be next Apply online at wwwOnStaffUSAcom

TRMI OPEN INTERVIEWSTHURSDAY 814 330-5

100 HILL BRADY RDBATTLE CREEK MI

Openings on 1st 2nd amp 3rd shift

Visit wwwOnStaffUSAcomfor full openings and to apply online

Like Us on

Pictured Left to Right

John Steele Master Certified Tech

Spencer Perry Lube Tech

Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

269-753-16502517 W Dickman RdSpringfield MI 49037Full Service Auto Repair

All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

Full Service Auto RepairAll Makes amp Models

Specializing in ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 30: Battle Creek Shopper News

THE ARBORS OF BATTLE CREEK

1 BEDROOMStarting at $465

2 BEDROOMSStarting at $500

With Up to

ONE MONTH FREE RENT

10 Rambling Rd269-979-9500

APPLY ONLINE wwwelementmgtcom

M-F 9am-6pm bull Sat 10am-5pm Sun Noon-4pm

Apply Onlinewwwbedfordhillsnet

888-898-8213 Some restrictions apply

NO RENT

UNTILOCT 1ST 2014

(RESTRICTIONS APPLY)

SUN HOMES

NO RENT

MOVE-INSPECIAL

Only

$198

269-963-23201417 CAPITAL AVE NE

Mon-Fri 9AM - 5PM bull Sat 10AM - 2PM

Restrictions Apply

bull ldquoFREErdquo Moving Truck bull Pennfield Schoolsbull $200 Deposit bull Redecorated Units

Pets Welcome

$200 offYour First Full

Months Rent

Studios 1 amp 2 BR ApartmentsCome swim

with us

Peak Management

Call for more info

(269) 660-8700120 Riverside Drive

Battle Creek MI 49015

of SUMMER at

Tree Top RidgeApartments

FREE Rent$99 Moves you in

ldquoRestrictions Applyrdquo

bull Spacious Apartments

bull WasherDryer Hook-Ups

bull Cathedral Ceilings

bull All Appliances

Furnished

bull Central Air

Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included

Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included

3 4

2

1

1

2

3

4

edwardrosecomedwardrosecom

Offering you the best in Battle CreekOffering you the best in Battle Creek

bull New Homesbull Commercialbull Additionsbull Remodeling

269-441-1800 or email astetlerctsmailnet

wwwstetlerbuilthomescom

STETLER CONSTRUCTIONBUILDING FOUNDATIONS FOR FUTURE GENERATIONSSC

CALL ANNIE FOR YOURCONSTRUCTION NEEDS

GeorgetownEstates

bull 1BR$450-$460 bull 2BR$545-$555bull 3BR$600-$615

$15 Application Fee

Heat Water amp Trash included on most units

965-57361975 E Columbia Ave Battle Creek

Some Restrictions Apply Section 8 Welcomewwwgeorgetown-estatescom

ldquo Beautiful ldquo

Visit our website to tour even more models for sale

300 Morgan Rd Battle Creek MI269-964-4200

wwwRollingHillsVillagecom

Enjoybull Professionally designed clubhouse for your enjoymentbull No sharing wall or floorceiling with your neighborsbull You have more control (Example YOU pick the paint colors)bull OFF-street parking right near your doorbull Laundry without quarters - your own washerdryer hook upbull Relax with your family in your won porch or yardbull Enjoy doing your own landscaping or tending a small gardenbull Cool and refreshing swimming poolbull Fitness Centerbull No pet deposit - cats and smaller dogs are welcome

T H E C O M M U N I T Y O F

Be Part of Our

Award Winning CommunityCelebrating Over 25 Years

HUGE END-OF-SUMMERPRICE REDUCTIONS

Come see the differenceMove-In Ready Models

3 BRs 3 baths 1900 sq ft front amp rear deck handicap accessible

ramp (332-B)

$54900$49900

3 BRs 2 baths front porch approx1500 sq ft Cottage blinds

throughout (294)

$59450

FIREPLACE

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths over 1900 sq ftstorage shed appliances included

(317)

MUSTMUST SELL SELL - - REDUCED REDUCED

3 BRs 2 baths master suite deckapprox 2000 sq ft (279)

MUSTMUST SEE SEE3 BRs 2 baths storage shed 1700sq ft walk thru closet fenced yard

area (55)

ATTACHED GARAGE GARAGE

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1195MO

$42450$38900

$45000$39900

$40900$39500PRICE SLASHED

PRICE SLASHED

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths rear deck fireplace1900 sq ft new laminate flooring

(271)

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1150MO

$61900$59900PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths AC decorativefence all appliances over 1600 sq

ft (21)

FANTASTIC LOCATION

$24500

3 BRs 2 baths 1700 sq ft carport storage shed appliances

(257)

FIREPLACE amp amp CARPORTCARPORT

$39500$36900PRICE S SLASHED

Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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WK Kellogg AirportFCIP

PostFranklin

Westlake Prairieview

Minges Brook Riverside

Rural Southwest

Urbandale

Battle Creek

City of Springfield

North Central

Fremont McKinley

Verona

Wilson Coburn

Roosevelt Territorial

Central Business District

1001 E Columbia AveBattle Creek Michigan 49014

Hours Open Monday thru Friday 830 to 530Email shopperadsj-adgraphicscom bull Fax 269-968-8586

Attention Advertisers

Call Today About OurAnnual

Back-to-School SectionContact One of Our

Sales Associates at hellip

269-965-3955

Ron Lapland4744 Beckley RdBattle Creek

(Across from Cracker Barrel)

269-963-4214

andMore

Handy Man OpportunityNeighborhoods Inc is seeking a Handy Man tohelp maintain its 1-4 unit affordable housing prop-erties The successful candidate must have experi-ence performing housing repairs and evaluatingcode compliance issues Acceptable work refer-ences background investigation and drug testingupon hire and periodically are required Must havetransportation and tools be available to work 30-40hours a week plus be on call at other times and livein Battle Creek

For an interview call Neighborhoods Inc at

(269) 968-1113 Neighborhoods Inc is an equal opportunity employer

Starting pay is $10 - $11 Hour

Immediate Openings ALL Shifts Trial-Hire

HOT JOBSWersquore hiring for

Measurably better employees

$100 Referral Bonus amp $250 Drawing

DENSO Systex Rosler Northpointe Woods Geislinger and other great local companies

General Labor Project Work Maintenance TechWarehouse Fabricator Assemblers PT Health Aid

Small Assembly PT Janitor Machine BuildersQuality Inspectors Machinist

CNC Set-up Operators ExtrudersFabricatorsPackaging Operators Material Handlers

Apply NOW at wwwemploymentgroupcom Then call 2697889000 and ask about our

SATURDAY AUGUST 16 10 AM TO 2 PM

DENSO MANUFACTURING MICHIGAN 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037

ldquoThe opportunities are here to advance your career you just have to go and get itrdquo

bull Higher starting rates bull Raises at 30 amp 60 days

HVAC

From

to

Plant

DELI

VERING THE HIGH

ES

T

INQ

UALITY OF SERVICE

EOE2245 W Columbia Ave Battle Creek

269-962-8541 bull 269-968-7220 wwwkellyservicescom

FRI AUG 8TH

200 PM - 330 PMMON AUG 11TH

100 PM - 230 PM

Cruise Into hellip

TUE AUG 12TH

230 PM - 400 PMTHUR AUG 14TH

300 PM - 430 PM

424 temporaries have become DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc Associates in thepast 24 months would you like to become one too

200 immediate positions $1000 - $1200 an hour

for 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts Holiday Pay Service Bonus and Recognition Awards

Unlimited Referral Bonuses of $10000 Per PersonAttend a job fair at our branch office and bring your high school diploma or GED

Walk-ins are welcome

wwwOnStaffUSAcom

to our WEEKLYJACKPOT WINNER

ldquoI have never won anything beforerdquoADRIENNE S

YOU could be next Apply online at wwwOnStaffUSAcom

TRMI OPEN INTERVIEWSTHURSDAY 814 330-5

100 HILL BRADY RDBATTLE CREEK MI

Openings on 1st 2nd amp 3rd shift

Visit wwwOnStaffUSAcomfor full openings and to apply online

Like Us on

Pictured Left to Right

John Steele Master Certified Tech

Spencer Perry Lube Tech

Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

269-753-16502517 W Dickman RdSpringfield MI 49037Full Service Auto Repair

All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

Full Service Auto RepairAll Makes amp Models

Specializing in ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 31: Battle Creek Shopper News

Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included

Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included Gas for Heating Cooking amp Hot Water Included

3 4

2

1

1

2

3

4

edwardrosecomedwardrosecom

Offering you the best in Battle CreekOffering you the best in Battle Creek

bull New Homesbull Commercialbull Additionsbull Remodeling

269-441-1800 or email astetlerctsmailnet

wwwstetlerbuilthomescom

STETLER CONSTRUCTIONBUILDING FOUNDATIONS FOR FUTURE GENERATIONSSC

CALL ANNIE FOR YOURCONSTRUCTION NEEDS

GeorgetownEstates

bull 1BR$450-$460 bull 2BR$545-$555bull 3BR$600-$615

$15 Application Fee

Heat Water amp Trash included on most units

965-57361975 E Columbia Ave Battle Creek

Some Restrictions Apply Section 8 Welcomewwwgeorgetown-estatescom

ldquo Beautiful ldquo

Visit our website to tour even more models for sale

300 Morgan Rd Battle Creek MI269-964-4200

wwwRollingHillsVillagecom

Enjoybull Professionally designed clubhouse for your enjoymentbull No sharing wall or floorceiling with your neighborsbull You have more control (Example YOU pick the paint colors)bull OFF-street parking right near your doorbull Laundry without quarters - your own washerdryer hook upbull Relax with your family in your won porch or yardbull Enjoy doing your own landscaping or tending a small gardenbull Cool and refreshing swimming poolbull Fitness Centerbull No pet deposit - cats and smaller dogs are welcome

T H E C O M M U N I T Y O F

Be Part of Our

Award Winning CommunityCelebrating Over 25 Years

HUGE END-OF-SUMMERPRICE REDUCTIONS

Come see the differenceMove-In Ready Models

3 BRs 3 baths 1900 sq ft front amp rear deck handicap accessible

ramp (332-B)

$54900$49900

3 BRs 2 baths front porch approx1500 sq ft Cottage blinds

throughout (294)

$59450

FIREPLACE

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths over 1900 sq ftstorage shed appliances included

(317)

MUSTMUST SELL SELL - - REDUCED REDUCED

3 BRs 2 baths master suite deckapprox 2000 sq ft (279)

MUSTMUST SEE SEE3 BRs 2 baths storage shed 1700sq ft walk thru closet fenced yard

area (55)

ATTACHED GARAGE GARAGE

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1195MO

$42450$38900

$45000$39900

$40900$39500PRICE SLASHED

PRICE SLASHED

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths rear deck fireplace1900 sq ft new laminate flooring

(271)

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1150MO

$61900$59900PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths AC decorativefence all appliances over 1600 sq

ft (21)

FANTASTIC LOCATION

$24500

3 BRs 2 baths 1700 sq ft carport storage shed appliances

(257)

FIREPLACE amp amp CARPORTCARPORT

$39500$36900PRICE S SLASHED

Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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MA

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YC

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0025

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0015

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0014

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0004

0002

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0021

0003

00080013

00090011

0026

0010

00120025

0024

0023

0022

WK Kellogg AirportFCIP

PostFranklin

Westlake Prairieview

Minges Brook Riverside

Rural Southwest

Urbandale

Battle Creek

City of Springfield

North Central

Fremont McKinley

Verona

Wilson Coburn

Roosevelt Territorial

Central Business District

1001 E Columbia AveBattle Creek Michigan 49014

Hours Open Monday thru Friday 830 to 530Email shopperadsj-adgraphicscom bull Fax 269-968-8586

Attention Advertisers

Call Today About OurAnnual

Back-to-School SectionContact One of Our

Sales Associates at hellip

269-965-3955

Ron Lapland4744 Beckley RdBattle Creek

(Across from Cracker Barrel)

269-963-4214

andMore

Handy Man OpportunityNeighborhoods Inc is seeking a Handy Man tohelp maintain its 1-4 unit affordable housing prop-erties The successful candidate must have experi-ence performing housing repairs and evaluatingcode compliance issues Acceptable work refer-ences background investigation and drug testingupon hire and periodically are required Must havetransportation and tools be available to work 30-40hours a week plus be on call at other times and livein Battle Creek

For an interview call Neighborhoods Inc at

(269) 968-1113 Neighborhoods Inc is an equal opportunity employer

Starting pay is $10 - $11 Hour

Immediate Openings ALL Shifts Trial-Hire

HOT JOBSWersquore hiring for

Measurably better employees

$100 Referral Bonus amp $250 Drawing

DENSO Systex Rosler Northpointe Woods Geislinger and other great local companies

General Labor Project Work Maintenance TechWarehouse Fabricator Assemblers PT Health Aid

Small Assembly PT Janitor Machine BuildersQuality Inspectors Machinist

CNC Set-up Operators ExtrudersFabricatorsPackaging Operators Material Handlers

Apply NOW at wwwemploymentgroupcom Then call 2697889000 and ask about our

SATURDAY AUGUST 16 10 AM TO 2 PM

DENSO MANUFACTURING MICHIGAN 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037

ldquoThe opportunities are here to advance your career you just have to go and get itrdquo

bull Higher starting rates bull Raises at 30 amp 60 days

HVAC

From

to

Plant

DELI

VERING THE HIGH

ES

T

INQ

UALITY OF SERVICE

EOE2245 W Columbia Ave Battle Creek

269-962-8541 bull 269-968-7220 wwwkellyservicescom

FRI AUG 8TH

200 PM - 330 PMMON AUG 11TH

100 PM - 230 PM

Cruise Into hellip

TUE AUG 12TH

230 PM - 400 PMTHUR AUG 14TH

300 PM - 430 PM

424 temporaries have become DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc Associates in thepast 24 months would you like to become one too

200 immediate positions $1000 - $1200 an hour

for 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts Holiday Pay Service Bonus and Recognition Awards

Unlimited Referral Bonuses of $10000 Per PersonAttend a job fair at our branch office and bring your high school diploma or GED

Walk-ins are welcome

wwwOnStaffUSAcom

to our WEEKLYJACKPOT WINNER

ldquoI have never won anything beforerdquoADRIENNE S

YOU could be next Apply online at wwwOnStaffUSAcom

TRMI OPEN INTERVIEWSTHURSDAY 814 330-5

100 HILL BRADY RDBATTLE CREEK MI

Openings on 1st 2nd amp 3rd shift

Visit wwwOnStaffUSAcomfor full openings and to apply online

Like Us on

Pictured Left to Right

John Steele Master Certified Tech

Spencer Perry Lube Tech

Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

269-753-16502517 W Dickman RdSpringfield MI 49037Full Service Auto Repair

All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

Full Service Auto RepairAll Makes amp Models

Specializing in ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 32: Battle Creek Shopper News

bull New Homesbull Commercialbull Additionsbull Remodeling

269-441-1800 or email astetlerctsmailnet

wwwstetlerbuilthomescom

STETLER CONSTRUCTIONBUILDING FOUNDATIONS FOR FUTURE GENERATIONSSC

CALL ANNIE FOR YOURCONSTRUCTION NEEDS

GeorgetownEstates

bull 1BR$450-$460 bull 2BR$545-$555bull 3BR$600-$615

$15 Application Fee

Heat Water amp Trash included on most units

965-57361975 E Columbia Ave Battle Creek

Some Restrictions Apply Section 8 Welcomewwwgeorgetown-estatescom

ldquo Beautiful ldquo

Visit our website to tour even more models for sale

300 Morgan Rd Battle Creek MI269-964-4200

wwwRollingHillsVillagecom

Enjoybull Professionally designed clubhouse for your enjoymentbull No sharing wall or floorceiling with your neighborsbull You have more control (Example YOU pick the paint colors)bull OFF-street parking right near your doorbull Laundry without quarters - your own washerdryer hook upbull Relax with your family in your won porch or yardbull Enjoy doing your own landscaping or tending a small gardenbull Cool and refreshing swimming poolbull Fitness Centerbull No pet deposit - cats and smaller dogs are welcome

T H E C O M M U N I T Y O F

Be Part of Our

Award Winning CommunityCelebrating Over 25 Years

HUGE END-OF-SUMMERPRICE REDUCTIONS

Come see the differenceMove-In Ready Models

3 BRs 3 baths 1900 sq ft front amp rear deck handicap accessible

ramp (332-B)

$54900$49900

3 BRs 2 baths front porch approx1500 sq ft Cottage blinds

throughout (294)

$59450

FIREPLACE

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths over 1900 sq ftstorage shed appliances included

(317)

MUSTMUST SELL SELL - - REDUCED REDUCED

3 BRs 2 baths master suite deckapprox 2000 sq ft (279)

MUSTMUST SEE SEE3 BRs 2 baths storage shed 1700sq ft walk thru closet fenced yard

area (55)

ATTACHED GARAGE GARAGE

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1195MO

$42450$38900

$45000$39900

$40900$39500PRICE SLASHED

PRICE SLASHED

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths rear deck fireplace1900 sq ft new laminate flooring

(271)

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1150MO

$61900$59900PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths AC decorativefence all appliances over 1600 sq

ft (21)

FANTASTIC LOCATION

$24500

3 BRs 2 baths 1700 sq ft carport storage shed appliances

(257)

FIREPLACE amp amp CARPORTCARPORT

$39500$36900PRICE S SLASHED

Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

KA

LA

MA

ZO

OC

OU

NT

YC

AL

HO

UN

CO

UN

TY

0034

0025

002601

0027

0018

0015

0016

0017

0019

00050006

0014

0001

0004

0002

0007

0021

0003

00080013

00090011

0026

0010

00120025

0024

0023

0022

WK Kellogg AirportFCIP

PostFranklin

Westlake Prairieview

Minges Brook Riverside

Rural Southwest

Urbandale

Battle Creek

City of Springfield

North Central

Fremont McKinley

Verona

Wilson Coburn

Roosevelt Territorial

Central Business District

1001 E Columbia AveBattle Creek Michigan 49014

Hours Open Monday thru Friday 830 to 530Email shopperadsj-adgraphicscom bull Fax 269-968-8586

Attention Advertisers

Call Today About OurAnnual

Back-to-School SectionContact One of Our

Sales Associates at hellip

269-965-3955

Ron Lapland4744 Beckley RdBattle Creek

(Across from Cracker Barrel)

269-963-4214

andMore

Handy Man OpportunityNeighborhoods Inc is seeking a Handy Man tohelp maintain its 1-4 unit affordable housing prop-erties The successful candidate must have experi-ence performing housing repairs and evaluatingcode compliance issues Acceptable work refer-ences background investigation and drug testingupon hire and periodically are required Must havetransportation and tools be available to work 30-40hours a week plus be on call at other times and livein Battle Creek

For an interview call Neighborhoods Inc at

(269) 968-1113 Neighborhoods Inc is an equal opportunity employer

Starting pay is $10 - $11 Hour

Immediate Openings ALL Shifts Trial-Hire

HOT JOBSWersquore hiring for

Measurably better employees

$100 Referral Bonus amp $250 Drawing

DENSO Systex Rosler Northpointe Woods Geislinger and other great local companies

General Labor Project Work Maintenance TechWarehouse Fabricator Assemblers PT Health Aid

Small Assembly PT Janitor Machine BuildersQuality Inspectors Machinist

CNC Set-up Operators ExtrudersFabricatorsPackaging Operators Material Handlers

Apply NOW at wwwemploymentgroupcom Then call 2697889000 and ask about our

SATURDAY AUGUST 16 10 AM TO 2 PM

DENSO MANUFACTURING MICHIGAN 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037

ldquoThe opportunities are here to advance your career you just have to go and get itrdquo

bull Higher starting rates bull Raises at 30 amp 60 days

HVAC

From

to

Plant

DELI

VERING THE HIGH

ES

T

INQ

UALITY OF SERVICE

EOE2245 W Columbia Ave Battle Creek

269-962-8541 bull 269-968-7220 wwwkellyservicescom

FRI AUG 8TH

200 PM - 330 PMMON AUG 11TH

100 PM - 230 PM

Cruise Into hellip

TUE AUG 12TH

230 PM - 400 PMTHUR AUG 14TH

300 PM - 430 PM

424 temporaries have become DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc Associates in thepast 24 months would you like to become one too

200 immediate positions $1000 - $1200 an hour

for 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts Holiday Pay Service Bonus and Recognition Awards

Unlimited Referral Bonuses of $10000 Per PersonAttend a job fair at our branch office and bring your high school diploma or GED

Walk-ins are welcome

wwwOnStaffUSAcom

to our WEEKLYJACKPOT WINNER

ldquoI have never won anything beforerdquoADRIENNE S

YOU could be next Apply online at wwwOnStaffUSAcom

TRMI OPEN INTERVIEWSTHURSDAY 814 330-5

100 HILL BRADY RDBATTLE CREEK MI

Openings on 1st 2nd amp 3rd shift

Visit wwwOnStaffUSAcomfor full openings and to apply online

Like Us on

Pictured Left to Right

John Steele Master Certified Tech

Spencer Perry Lube Tech

Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

269-753-16502517 W Dickman RdSpringfield MI 49037Full Service Auto Repair

All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

Full Service Auto RepairAll Makes amp Models

Specializing in ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 33: Battle Creek Shopper News

Visit our website to tour even more models for sale

300 Morgan Rd Battle Creek MI269-964-4200

wwwRollingHillsVillagecom

Enjoybull Professionally designed clubhouse for your enjoymentbull No sharing wall or floorceiling with your neighborsbull You have more control (Example YOU pick the paint colors)bull OFF-street parking right near your doorbull Laundry without quarters - your own washerdryer hook upbull Relax with your family in your won porch or yardbull Enjoy doing your own landscaping or tending a small gardenbull Cool and refreshing swimming poolbull Fitness Centerbull No pet deposit - cats and smaller dogs are welcome

T H E C O M M U N I T Y O F

Be Part of Our

Award Winning CommunityCelebrating Over 25 Years

HUGE END-OF-SUMMERPRICE REDUCTIONS

Come see the differenceMove-In Ready Models

3 BRs 3 baths 1900 sq ft front amp rear deck handicap accessible

ramp (332-B)

$54900$49900

3 BRs 2 baths front porch approx1500 sq ft Cottage blinds

throughout (294)

$59450

FIREPLACE

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths over 1900 sq ftstorage shed appliances included

(317)

MUSTMUST SELL SELL - - REDUCED REDUCED

3 BRs 2 baths master suite deckapprox 2000 sq ft (279)

MUSTMUST SEE SEE3 BRs 2 baths storage shed 1700sq ft walk thru closet fenced yard

area (55)

ATTACHED GARAGE GARAGE

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1195MO

$42450$38900

$45000$39900

$40900$39500PRICE SLASHED

PRICE SLASHED

PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths rear deck fireplace1900 sq ft new laminate flooring

(271)

LEASELEASE OPTION OPTION $1150MO

$61900$59900PRICE SLASHED

3 BRs 2 baths AC decorativefence all appliances over 1600 sq

ft (21)

FANTASTIC LOCATION

$24500

3 BRs 2 baths 1700 sq ft carport storage shed appliances

(257)

FIREPLACE amp amp CARPORTCARPORT

$39500$36900PRICE S SLASHED

Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

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WK Kellogg AirportFCIP

PostFranklin

Westlake Prairieview

Minges Brook Riverside

Rural Southwest

Urbandale

Battle Creek

City of Springfield

North Central

Fremont McKinley

Verona

Wilson Coburn

Roosevelt Territorial

Central Business District

1001 E Columbia AveBattle Creek Michigan 49014

Hours Open Monday thru Friday 830 to 530Email shopperadsj-adgraphicscom bull Fax 269-968-8586

Attention Advertisers

Call Today About OurAnnual

Back-to-School SectionContact One of Our

Sales Associates at hellip

269-965-3955

Ron Lapland4744 Beckley RdBattle Creek

(Across from Cracker Barrel)

269-963-4214

andMore

Handy Man OpportunityNeighborhoods Inc is seeking a Handy Man tohelp maintain its 1-4 unit affordable housing prop-erties The successful candidate must have experi-ence performing housing repairs and evaluatingcode compliance issues Acceptable work refer-ences background investigation and drug testingupon hire and periodically are required Must havetransportation and tools be available to work 30-40hours a week plus be on call at other times and livein Battle Creek

For an interview call Neighborhoods Inc at

(269) 968-1113 Neighborhoods Inc is an equal opportunity employer

Starting pay is $10 - $11 Hour

Immediate Openings ALL Shifts Trial-Hire

HOT JOBSWersquore hiring for

Measurably better employees

$100 Referral Bonus amp $250 Drawing

DENSO Systex Rosler Northpointe Woods Geislinger and other great local companies

General Labor Project Work Maintenance TechWarehouse Fabricator Assemblers PT Health Aid

Small Assembly PT Janitor Machine BuildersQuality Inspectors Machinist

CNC Set-up Operators ExtrudersFabricatorsPackaging Operators Material Handlers

Apply NOW at wwwemploymentgroupcom Then call 2697889000 and ask about our

SATURDAY AUGUST 16 10 AM TO 2 PM

DENSO MANUFACTURING MICHIGAN 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037

ldquoThe opportunities are here to advance your career you just have to go and get itrdquo

bull Higher starting rates bull Raises at 30 amp 60 days

HVAC

From

to

Plant

DELI

VERING THE HIGH

ES

T

INQ

UALITY OF SERVICE

EOE2245 W Columbia Ave Battle Creek

269-962-8541 bull 269-968-7220 wwwkellyservicescom

FRI AUG 8TH

200 PM - 330 PMMON AUG 11TH

100 PM - 230 PM

Cruise Into hellip

TUE AUG 12TH

230 PM - 400 PMTHUR AUG 14TH

300 PM - 430 PM

424 temporaries have become DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc Associates in thepast 24 months would you like to become one too

200 immediate positions $1000 - $1200 an hour

for 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts Holiday Pay Service Bonus and Recognition Awards

Unlimited Referral Bonuses of $10000 Per PersonAttend a job fair at our branch office and bring your high school diploma or GED

Walk-ins are welcome

wwwOnStaffUSAcom

to our WEEKLYJACKPOT WINNER

ldquoI have never won anything beforerdquoADRIENNE S

YOU could be next Apply online at wwwOnStaffUSAcom

TRMI OPEN INTERVIEWSTHURSDAY 814 330-5

100 HILL BRADY RDBATTLE CREEK MI

Openings on 1st 2nd amp 3rd shift

Visit wwwOnStaffUSAcomfor full openings and to apply online

Like Us on

Pictured Left to Right

John Steele Master Certified Tech

Spencer Perry Lube Tech

Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

269-753-16502517 W Dickman RdSpringfield MI 49037Full Service Auto Repair

All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

Full Service Auto RepairAll Makes amp Models

Specializing in ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 34: Battle Creek Shopper News

Neighborhood Planning Councils (NPCs) are resident-based groups that serve an important and specific purpose in our community The purpose of Neighborhood Planning Councils is to provide a forum to inform and discuss with neighborhood residents and representatives of the City staff and City Commissioners issues and concerns of that neighborhood Generally the City informs the NPC of facts and potential results of pending decisions opportunities or other changes The NPC discusses and decides what if any recommendations it would like to make or strategies they would like to develop

These meetings are all open to the public who may attend and offer suggestions about resolving certain matters of interest in the neighborhood Any person who lives or owns property in a Council area or has demonstrable or substantial interest (ie works in) within the defined boundaries of the Council area may request to be considered for membership on their NPC Board

Anyone wanting to join an NPC should give his or her name to the chairperson of the Council Attendance as a potential member is encouraged prior to recommendation by the NPC for membership His or her name is submitted to the City Commission for official appointment

Each NPC has a regularly scheduled meeting date each month Meetings are held in the evenings and run one to two hours in length Questions about Neighborhood Planning Councils meeting locations or membership may be directed to the City of Battle Creek 966-3348

NPC meeting minutes are available online at httpwwwbattlecreekmigovCity_GovernmentBoards_and_CommissionsMinutes__Agendas_and_Notices_Archiveshtm

Neighborhood Planning Council Recent DiscussionsUpcoming Events Regular Meeting DatesTimes

NPC1 ndash Post Franklin

Contact Diana QuiggEmail Dianaquiggyahoocom

Telephone 2699648728

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 4 2014

Community Action Board Room

175 Main Street

1st Thursday at 700 pm

NPC2 ndash North Central

Contact Sam GrayEmail sgray9959gmailcom

Telephone 2692090293

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 8 2014

Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

47 N Washington Avenue

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC3 ndash Central

Contact Gloria MansfieldEmail NA

Telephone 2699652050

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting

New NPC boundaries

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 14 2014

Michigan Tile amp Carpet Community Room

99 E Columbia Avenue

2nd Thursday at 700 pm

NPC4 ndash FremontMcKinleyVerona

Contact John HenninkEmail Neighborhoodpc4gmailcom

Telephone 2699863944

Vice Chair Kaytee FarisEmail kayteefarisgmailcom

Telephone 7343306236

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 20 2014

First Congregational Church - (Inside

Court Yard)

145 Capital Avenue NE

3rd Wednesday at 700 pm

NPC5 ndash Urbandale

Contact Robert WhitfieldEmail lordstrong68comcastnet

Telephone 2692459708

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 11 2014

Christ United Methodist Church

65 N Bedford Road

2nd Monday at 700 pm

NPC9 ndash Rural Southwest

Contact Linda MorrisEmail lindad49015yahoocom

Telephone 2699793358

bull No meeting in August (unless there is an

issue that requires a special meeting)

bull Guest Presentation Christopher Lussier

or Helen Guzzo CDBG Program

bull Mayor Dave Walters will be signing a

Proclamation declaring September 22

2014 as ldquoKINDNESS DAYrdquo

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 9 2014

Southside Bible Church

4515 Beckley Road

2nd Tuesday at 630 pm

NPC10 ndash WestlakePrairieview

Contact Jeff KotelesEmail kotelesjmichigangov

Telephone 2699637096

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

August 25 2014

First Assembly of God Church

800 S 24th Street

4th Monday at 700 pm

NPC11 ndash MingesRiverside

Contact Randall ChamplinEmail Randall_Champlinsbcglobalnet

Telephone 2692747093

bull Topic of discussion at the meeting in

September New NPC boundaries

bull No meeting in August

bull Next meeting is scheduled for

September 24 2014

Riverside Elementary School Library

650 Riverside Drive

4th Wednesday at 700 pm

Public Service Announcement Provided by Neighborhoods Inc of Battle Creek

Neighborhood Planning Council Updates August 7 2014

KA

LA

MA

ZO

OC

OU

NT

YC

AL

HO

UN

CO

UN

TY

0034

0025

002601

0027

0018

0015

0016

0017

0019

00050006

0014

0001

0004

0002

0007

0021

0003

00080013

00090011

0026

0010

00120025

0024

0023

0022

WK Kellogg AirportFCIP

PostFranklin

Westlake Prairieview

Minges Brook Riverside

Rural Southwest

Urbandale

Battle Creek

City of Springfield

North Central

Fremont McKinley

Verona

Wilson Coburn

Roosevelt Territorial

Central Business District

1001 E Columbia AveBattle Creek Michigan 49014

Hours Open Monday thru Friday 830 to 530Email shopperadsj-adgraphicscom bull Fax 269-968-8586

Attention Advertisers

Call Today About OurAnnual

Back-to-School SectionContact One of Our

Sales Associates at hellip

269-965-3955

Ron Lapland4744 Beckley RdBattle Creek

(Across from Cracker Barrel)

269-963-4214

andMore

Handy Man OpportunityNeighborhoods Inc is seeking a Handy Man tohelp maintain its 1-4 unit affordable housing prop-erties The successful candidate must have experi-ence performing housing repairs and evaluatingcode compliance issues Acceptable work refer-ences background investigation and drug testingupon hire and periodically are required Must havetransportation and tools be available to work 30-40hours a week plus be on call at other times and livein Battle Creek

For an interview call Neighborhoods Inc at

(269) 968-1113 Neighborhoods Inc is an equal opportunity employer

Starting pay is $10 - $11 Hour

Immediate Openings ALL Shifts Trial-Hire

HOT JOBSWersquore hiring for

Measurably better employees

$100 Referral Bonus amp $250 Drawing

DENSO Systex Rosler Northpointe Woods Geislinger and other great local companies

General Labor Project Work Maintenance TechWarehouse Fabricator Assemblers PT Health Aid

Small Assembly PT Janitor Machine BuildersQuality Inspectors Machinist

CNC Set-up Operators ExtrudersFabricatorsPackaging Operators Material Handlers

Apply NOW at wwwemploymentgroupcom Then call 2697889000 and ask about our

SATURDAY AUGUST 16 10 AM TO 2 PM

DENSO MANUFACTURING MICHIGAN 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037

ldquoThe opportunities are here to advance your career you just have to go and get itrdquo

bull Higher starting rates bull Raises at 30 amp 60 days

HVAC

From

to

Plant

DELI

VERING THE HIGH

ES

T

INQ

UALITY OF SERVICE

EOE2245 W Columbia Ave Battle Creek

269-962-8541 bull 269-968-7220 wwwkellyservicescom

FRI AUG 8TH

200 PM - 330 PMMON AUG 11TH

100 PM - 230 PM

Cruise Into hellip

TUE AUG 12TH

230 PM - 400 PMTHUR AUG 14TH

300 PM - 430 PM

424 temporaries have become DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc Associates in thepast 24 months would you like to become one too

200 immediate positions $1000 - $1200 an hour

for 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts Holiday Pay Service Bonus and Recognition Awards

Unlimited Referral Bonuses of $10000 Per PersonAttend a job fair at our branch office and bring your high school diploma or GED

Walk-ins are welcome

wwwOnStaffUSAcom

to our WEEKLYJACKPOT WINNER

ldquoI have never won anything beforerdquoADRIENNE S

YOU could be next Apply online at wwwOnStaffUSAcom

TRMI OPEN INTERVIEWSTHURSDAY 814 330-5

100 HILL BRADY RDBATTLE CREEK MI

Openings on 1st 2nd amp 3rd shift

Visit wwwOnStaffUSAcomfor full openings and to apply online

Like Us on

Pictured Left to Right

John Steele Master Certified Tech

Spencer Perry Lube Tech

Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

269-753-16502517 W Dickman RdSpringfield MI 49037Full Service Auto Repair

All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

Full Service Auto RepairAll Makes amp Models

Specializing in ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 35: Battle Creek Shopper News

1001 E Columbia AveBattle Creek Michigan 49014

Hours Open Monday thru Friday 830 to 530Email shopperadsj-adgraphicscom bull Fax 269-968-8586

Attention Advertisers

Call Today About OurAnnual

Back-to-School SectionContact One of Our

Sales Associates at hellip

269-965-3955

Ron Lapland4744 Beckley RdBattle Creek

(Across from Cracker Barrel)

269-963-4214

andMore

Handy Man OpportunityNeighborhoods Inc is seeking a Handy Man tohelp maintain its 1-4 unit affordable housing prop-erties The successful candidate must have experi-ence performing housing repairs and evaluatingcode compliance issues Acceptable work refer-ences background investigation and drug testingupon hire and periodically are required Must havetransportation and tools be available to work 30-40hours a week plus be on call at other times and livein Battle Creek

For an interview call Neighborhoods Inc at

(269) 968-1113 Neighborhoods Inc is an equal opportunity employer

Starting pay is $10 - $11 Hour

Immediate Openings ALL Shifts Trial-Hire

HOT JOBSWersquore hiring for

Measurably better employees

$100 Referral Bonus amp $250 Drawing

DENSO Systex Rosler Northpointe Woods Geislinger and other great local companies

General Labor Project Work Maintenance TechWarehouse Fabricator Assemblers PT Health Aid

Small Assembly PT Janitor Machine BuildersQuality Inspectors Machinist

CNC Set-up Operators ExtrudersFabricatorsPackaging Operators Material Handlers

Apply NOW at wwwemploymentgroupcom Then call 2697889000 and ask about our

SATURDAY AUGUST 16 10 AM TO 2 PM

DENSO MANUFACTURING MICHIGAN 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037

ldquoThe opportunities are here to advance your career you just have to go and get itrdquo

bull Higher starting rates bull Raises at 30 amp 60 days

HVAC

From

to

Plant

DELI

VERING THE HIGH

ES

T

INQ

UALITY OF SERVICE

EOE2245 W Columbia Ave Battle Creek

269-962-8541 bull 269-968-7220 wwwkellyservicescom

FRI AUG 8TH

200 PM - 330 PMMON AUG 11TH

100 PM - 230 PM

Cruise Into hellip

TUE AUG 12TH

230 PM - 400 PMTHUR AUG 14TH

300 PM - 430 PM

424 temporaries have become DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc Associates in thepast 24 months would you like to become one too

200 immediate positions $1000 - $1200 an hour

for 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts Holiday Pay Service Bonus and Recognition Awards

Unlimited Referral Bonuses of $10000 Per PersonAttend a job fair at our branch office and bring your high school diploma or GED

Walk-ins are welcome

wwwOnStaffUSAcom

to our WEEKLYJACKPOT WINNER

ldquoI have never won anything beforerdquoADRIENNE S

YOU could be next Apply online at wwwOnStaffUSAcom

TRMI OPEN INTERVIEWSTHURSDAY 814 330-5

100 HILL BRADY RDBATTLE CREEK MI

Openings on 1st 2nd amp 3rd shift

Visit wwwOnStaffUSAcomfor full openings and to apply online

Like Us on

Pictured Left to Right

John Steele Master Certified Tech

Spencer Perry Lube Tech

Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

269-753-16502517 W Dickman RdSpringfield MI 49037Full Service Auto Repair

All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

Full Service Auto RepairAll Makes amp Models

Specializing in ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 36: Battle Creek Shopper News

Ron Lapland4744 Beckley RdBattle Creek

(Across from Cracker Barrel)

269-963-4214

andMore

Handy Man OpportunityNeighborhoods Inc is seeking a Handy Man tohelp maintain its 1-4 unit affordable housing prop-erties The successful candidate must have experi-ence performing housing repairs and evaluatingcode compliance issues Acceptable work refer-ences background investigation and drug testingupon hire and periodically are required Must havetransportation and tools be available to work 30-40hours a week plus be on call at other times and livein Battle Creek

For an interview call Neighborhoods Inc at

(269) 968-1113 Neighborhoods Inc is an equal opportunity employer

Starting pay is $10 - $11 Hour

Immediate Openings ALL Shifts Trial-Hire

HOT JOBSWersquore hiring for

Measurably better employees

$100 Referral Bonus amp $250 Drawing

DENSO Systex Rosler Northpointe Woods Geislinger and other great local companies

General Labor Project Work Maintenance TechWarehouse Fabricator Assemblers PT Health Aid

Small Assembly PT Janitor Machine BuildersQuality Inspectors Machinist

CNC Set-up Operators ExtrudersFabricatorsPackaging Operators Material Handlers

Apply NOW at wwwemploymentgroupcom Then call 2697889000 and ask about our

SATURDAY AUGUST 16 10 AM TO 2 PM

DENSO MANUFACTURING MICHIGAN 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037

ldquoThe opportunities are here to advance your career you just have to go and get itrdquo

bull Higher starting rates bull Raises at 30 amp 60 days

HVAC

From

to

Plant

DELI

VERING THE HIGH

ES

T

INQ

UALITY OF SERVICE

EOE2245 W Columbia Ave Battle Creek

269-962-8541 bull 269-968-7220 wwwkellyservicescom

FRI AUG 8TH

200 PM - 330 PMMON AUG 11TH

100 PM - 230 PM

Cruise Into hellip

TUE AUG 12TH

230 PM - 400 PMTHUR AUG 14TH

300 PM - 430 PM

424 temporaries have become DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc Associates in thepast 24 months would you like to become one too

200 immediate positions $1000 - $1200 an hour

for 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts Holiday Pay Service Bonus and Recognition Awards

Unlimited Referral Bonuses of $10000 Per PersonAttend a job fair at our branch office and bring your high school diploma or GED

Walk-ins are welcome

wwwOnStaffUSAcom

to our WEEKLYJACKPOT WINNER

ldquoI have never won anything beforerdquoADRIENNE S

YOU could be next Apply online at wwwOnStaffUSAcom

TRMI OPEN INTERVIEWSTHURSDAY 814 330-5

100 HILL BRADY RDBATTLE CREEK MI

Openings on 1st 2nd amp 3rd shift

Visit wwwOnStaffUSAcomfor full openings and to apply online

Like Us on

Pictured Left to Right

John Steele Master Certified Tech

Spencer Perry Lube Tech

Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

269-753-16502517 W Dickman RdSpringfield MI 49037Full Service Auto Repair

All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

Full Service Auto RepairAll Makes amp Models

Specializing in ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 37: Battle Creek Shopper News

Handy Man OpportunityNeighborhoods Inc is seeking a Handy Man tohelp maintain its 1-4 unit affordable housing prop-erties The successful candidate must have experi-ence performing housing repairs and evaluatingcode compliance issues Acceptable work refer-ences background investigation and drug testingupon hire and periodically are required Must havetransportation and tools be available to work 30-40hours a week plus be on call at other times and livein Battle Creek

For an interview call Neighborhoods Inc at

(269) 968-1113 Neighborhoods Inc is an equal opportunity employer

Starting pay is $10 - $11 Hour

Immediate Openings ALL Shifts Trial-Hire

HOT JOBSWersquore hiring for

Measurably better employees

$100 Referral Bonus amp $250 Drawing

DENSO Systex Rosler Northpointe Woods Geislinger and other great local companies

General Labor Project Work Maintenance TechWarehouse Fabricator Assemblers PT Health Aid

Small Assembly PT Janitor Machine BuildersQuality Inspectors Machinist

CNC Set-up Operators ExtrudersFabricatorsPackaging Operators Material Handlers

Apply NOW at wwwemploymentgroupcom Then call 2697889000 and ask about our

SATURDAY AUGUST 16 10 AM TO 2 PM

DENSO MANUFACTURING MICHIGAN 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037

ldquoThe opportunities are here to advance your career you just have to go and get itrdquo

bull Higher starting rates bull Raises at 30 amp 60 days

HVAC

From

to

Plant

DELI

VERING THE HIGH

ES

T

INQ

UALITY OF SERVICE

EOE2245 W Columbia Ave Battle Creek

269-962-8541 bull 269-968-7220 wwwkellyservicescom

FRI AUG 8TH

200 PM - 330 PMMON AUG 11TH

100 PM - 230 PM

Cruise Into hellip

TUE AUG 12TH

230 PM - 400 PMTHUR AUG 14TH

300 PM - 430 PM

424 temporaries have become DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc Associates in thepast 24 months would you like to become one too

200 immediate positions $1000 - $1200 an hour

for 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts Holiday Pay Service Bonus and Recognition Awards

Unlimited Referral Bonuses of $10000 Per PersonAttend a job fair at our branch office and bring your high school diploma or GED

Walk-ins are welcome

wwwOnStaffUSAcom

to our WEEKLYJACKPOT WINNER

ldquoI have never won anything beforerdquoADRIENNE S

YOU could be next Apply online at wwwOnStaffUSAcom

TRMI OPEN INTERVIEWSTHURSDAY 814 330-5

100 HILL BRADY RDBATTLE CREEK MI

Openings on 1st 2nd amp 3rd shift

Visit wwwOnStaffUSAcomfor full openings and to apply online

Like Us on

Pictured Left to Right

John Steele Master Certified Tech

Spencer Perry Lube Tech

Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

269-753-16502517 W Dickman RdSpringfield MI 49037Full Service Auto Repair

All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

Full Service Auto RepairAll Makes amp Models

Specializing in ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 38: Battle Creek Shopper News

SATURDAY AUGUST 16 10 AM TO 2 PM

DENSO MANUFACTURING MICHIGAN 1 Denso Rd Battle Creek MI 49037

ldquoThe opportunities are here to advance your career you just have to go and get itrdquo

bull Higher starting rates bull Raises at 30 amp 60 days

HVAC

From

to

Plant

DELI

VERING THE HIGH

ES

T

INQ

UALITY OF SERVICE

EOE2245 W Columbia Ave Battle Creek

269-962-8541 bull 269-968-7220 wwwkellyservicescom

FRI AUG 8TH

200 PM - 330 PMMON AUG 11TH

100 PM - 230 PM

Cruise Into hellip

TUE AUG 12TH

230 PM - 400 PMTHUR AUG 14TH

300 PM - 430 PM

424 temporaries have become DENSO Manufacturing Michigan Inc Associates in thepast 24 months would you like to become one too

200 immediate positions $1000 - $1200 an hour

for 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts Holiday Pay Service Bonus and Recognition Awards

Unlimited Referral Bonuses of $10000 Per PersonAttend a job fair at our branch office and bring your high school diploma or GED

Walk-ins are welcome

wwwOnStaffUSAcom

to our WEEKLYJACKPOT WINNER

ldquoI have never won anything beforerdquoADRIENNE S

YOU could be next Apply online at wwwOnStaffUSAcom

TRMI OPEN INTERVIEWSTHURSDAY 814 330-5

100 HILL BRADY RDBATTLE CREEK MI

Openings on 1st 2nd amp 3rd shift

Visit wwwOnStaffUSAcomfor full openings and to apply online

Like Us on

Pictured Left to Right

John Steele Master Certified Tech

Spencer Perry Lube Tech

Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

269-753-16502517 W Dickman RdSpringfield MI 49037Full Service Auto Repair

All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

Full Service Auto RepairAll Makes amp Models

Specializing in ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 39: Battle Creek Shopper News

Like Us on

Pictured Left to Right

John Steele Master Certified Tech

Spencer Perry Lube Tech

Michelle Perry Owner

Rob Perry OwnerService Mgr

Family Owned amp Operated ndash Combined 50 Years Experience

HoursMon-Fri 730-530Sat by appt only

269-753-16502517 W Dickman RdSpringfield MI 49037Full Service Auto Repair

All Makes amp ModelsSpecializing in

ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

Full Service Auto RepairAll Makes amp Models

Specializing in ldquoQUALITYrdquo Not ldquoQUANTITYrdquo

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 40: Battle Creek Shopper News

SS hh aamm rr oo cc kk 2015

BaseballTryouts

8U9U10U 11U amp 12U 13U14U15U1200pm 200pm 400pm

Please Be at

Tryouts 30 Min

Early to Register

Bailey Park(Convis amp Flannery Fields)

BaseballSShh aammrr oo cc kk

Our coaching philosophy includes teaching all aspects of thegame of baseball to every player on the team There will be ahigh priority placed on the fundamentals of baseball and sports-manship ndash with a healthy drive to win

Contact Shamrock TeamManager Dave Caley

Emailshamrock2103gmailcom

or call 269-965-7175

Sunday Aug 10th

Sunday Aug 17th

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 41: Battle Creek Shopper News

office 2695653333 Fax 2695653335Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website bradgraysautobodyllccom

3333 5th Avenue Springfield(Located between Ryder Truck amp Billrsquos Pizza Factory east off of Helmer Rd)

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 42: Battle Creek Shopper News

269-209-7146

VEHICLES WANTEDWill pay $200 - $5000

WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT

Call me firsthellip I pay more

269-223-3588

Page 43: Battle Creek Shopper News