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Monday,

Aug.

30,

2010

www.tricountynewsshopper.com

St. Louis RamsVS. Detroit Lions

Oct. 10, 20107:30 am: Pick Up Big Rapids

Meijer Store (Parking Lot)8:00 am: Pick Up Mecosta

(New Hope Church parking lot)1:00 pm: Game Starts

Cost: $110 per personSign up by August 31, 2010. Please

contact Angela Ayling with questions.

Phone:231-796-0276

206 S. Third Ave. Ste B, Big Rapidswww.mytime2travel.us

CLASSICCarpet Cleaning

IS NOW NAMED

Cleaning &Restoration

3 room minimum. Cannot be used in

conjunction with any other coupon.

PER ROOM

14321 NORTHLAND DR.

BIG RAPIDS

(231) 796-6445

* Limit 2 free Kids Buffet & Drinkwith Adult Meal Purchase.

Extra charge for Cowboy Quenchers.

Visit us on the Web at:

WWW.BRPS.K12.MI.US

Below is a list of events taking place prior to

the beginning of the school year to allow

parents and students to become acquainted,

and prepare for the new school year.

Open Houses to be held on September 1st

High School 3:30 PM 5:30 PM

Middle School 4:30 PM 6:30 PM

Brookside and Riverview 5:30 PM 7:30 PMEastwood 1st Grade 5:30 PM 7:30 PM

5th Grade Jumpstart at BR Middle School

Schedules, Locker Assignments, School Pictures

Building Tours & Activities with Team Teachers

Wednesday, September 1st - 9:00 AM - Noon

6th, 7th and 8th Grades Middle School

Pre-Registration

Student pictures, lockers, class schedules August 31st 8:30 AM 3:00 PM

September 1st 8:30 AM 3:00 PM

September 2nd 8:30 AM 3:00 PM

9th Grade & New Student Jumpstart

Schedules, Locker Assignments, School Pictures

Building Tours & Activities

September 1st - 9:00 AM - Noon

Parents are invited for lunch at 11:30 AM followed by

a brief parent meeting at 11:50 AM

Kindergarten Parent/Student

Orientation Sessions

Tuesday, September 7th

Below are some of the local upcoming

events that are taking place before the first

day of school. Please join us and cheer our

Cardinals on to victory!!!

Tuesday, August 31st

JV Soccer vs Reed City at BRHS - 4:30 PM

Varsity Soccer vs Reed City at BRHS - 6:00 PM

Wednesday, September 1st

Freshman Football vs. Central Montcalm 4:30 PM

at FSU Top Taggart Field

JV Football vs. Central Montcalm 6:30 PM

at FSU Top Taggart Field

Thursday, September 2nd

Varsity Football at Central Montcalm - 7:00 PM

Providing the highest quality learning and

the greatest choices for area families to meet

the individualized learning needs and

developmental differences for all students

Citizenship, Respect, Honesty, High Values

Specialized Media Centers and Technology

Award winning Academics, Music, Art, and

Drama Rigorous and Challenging Curriculum

High Expectations for Success

Largest High School Advanced Placement

and Dual Enrollment offerings in the area

Key Features


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090 BusinessServicesBARN REPAIR:

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110 For Rent

1-BEDROOM FARMHOUSE with1-stall garage, 2-miles west of Bar-ryton, $550/month, plus utilities,security, lease (989)382-5549

2 BEDROOM BEAUTIFUL RIVER

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2 BEDROOM, 2 bath mobile homebetween Morley and Stanwood on pavedroad. (231)823-2849 or (616)558-3705

3 BEDROOM DUPLEX,just outside BigRapids City Limits - includes washer/drye$650/month plus electric - $650 securi-ty deposit (231) 629-2695


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The 42nd Annual Labor Day Festival drawsover 12,000 visitors to Hemlock Park to browseamong the vast array of handcrafted items.

Every imaginable media is represented, with

wheel thrown pottery, hand woven baskets,

stained and blown glass, oak furniture, paintings,

jewelry, weather vanes and lawn ornaments plus

countless other items.

For directions to Hemlock Park or for furtherinformation about the festival, call the MecostaCounty Area Chamber of Commerce at (231)

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MONDAY,AUGUST30,2010TRICOUNTYNEWSSHOPPER 110 For Rent

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Susan P. WheatlakeCancer and Wellness Center

Charity Golf OutingSaturday, September 25th 9:00amThe Rose Golf Course, LeRoy 231-768-5060

Registration $60 per Golfer,4 Person Scramble Format

Registration form is online at www.spwcenter.org

FUN DAY FOR A GREAT CAUSE

Golf Souvenir Prizes Raffles Food Contests Silent Auction

Chance to win a car from Crossroads Chevrolet

Mens, Womens and Mixed Teams Welcome

The SPW Center is a service of the Mecosta County Medical Center and is funded bydonations to the Susan P. Wheatlake Cancer and Wellness Fund.

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MONDAY,AUGUST30,2010TRICOUNTYNEWSSHOPPER

BOWLING FUNDRAISER

FOR SPECIAL OLYMPIC

ATHLETES ON SATURDAY

BIG RAPIDS A bowling eventto raise funds for local SpecialOlympians will take place from12:30 to 3 p.m. Saturday at TheGate on Perry Avenue.Participants will bowl threegames at a cost of $15. Allproceeds from the event willbenefit local Special Olympians.

thletes from Ferris StateUniversity also will participaten the event. One FSU athletend one local Special Olympian

ill play on each five-personeam. Those who attend also canarticipate in 50/50 and prizeaffles.

For more information, contactim Leggett at The Gate at (231)96-3808.

LAMPREY TREATMENTS

WONT AFFECT

MUSKEGON RIVER

MUSKEGON COUNTY EllieKoon wants to set the record

straight about the U.S. Fish andWildlife Services decision tochemically kill sea lamprey larvaein two tributaries of the MuskegonRiver.The lampricides being usedwill only affect Brooks Creek inNewaygo County and CedarCreek in Muskegon County twofeeder streams that are a part ofthe Muskegon River system, saidKoon, a fish biologist in charge ofthe project. The Muskegon River

itself will remain unaffected, sheadded.The lampricide treatment willbegin on Saturday in BrooksCreek and on Tuesday in CedarCreek.Were using a very selectivelampricide at a very lowconcentration that is harmless tomammals and most other aquaticlife, Koon said.The Croton Dam blocks lampreys

an invasive species in the

Muskegon River from travelingnorth of Newaygo, meaning theydont appear in Mecosta County,she said.Sea lamprey larvae live in themud in certain Great Lakestributaries and grow into adultfish parasites, about 18 inches inlength, that suck onto and feedoff fish. A single lamprey cankill 40 pounds of fish within its18-month lifespan as a parasiticdult.

ARE ALLERGIES

CAUSING YOUR BAD

BREATH?

(NewsUSA) - If you find that yoursniffling, sneezing and runnyeyes are accompanied by mouthodor, youre not alone; seasonalallergies are associated withhalitosis, or bad breath.

Bad breath is caused by thesame destructive bacteria thatcause plaque and gum disease.They live in the mouth, wherethey feed on carbohydratesconsumed as food. In a healthy

mouth, these bacteria are keptin check by saliva production.Saliva washes away the bacteria,so they have less time to stick toteeth, eat sugar and emit smellygas as a byproduct.

Allergies, however, can lead todry mouth. Without saliva to flushout the mouth, the bad bacteriastick around. To make thingsworse, many allergy medicationslist dry mouth as a side effect.

Post-nasal drip, which may alsoresult from allergies, can alsocause bad breath. As mucus fromthe sinus cavities moves downthe back of the throat, it providesa food source for bacteria. Post-nasal drip can also becomeinfected, in which case it putsmore bacteria in your mouth.

But those with allergies arentcondemned to a life of smellybreath. Allergy sufferers can takesteps to control allergy-relatedbad breath. For example, if amedication creates dry mouth,patients can ask their doctorsabout other drugs that will treattheir symptoms without causingthe same side effects.

Addressing the sinus issuesthat lead to post-nasal dripcan also help eliminate badbreath. Drinking tea is thought toalleviate post-nasal drip. Nasalrinsing, whether through a netipot or another device, can alsohelp.

Some oral care products directlyaddress the bad bacteria thatcause mouth odor. For example,oral care probiotic mints, such asEvoraPlus (www.myevoraplus.com), flood the mouth with goodbacteria. The good bacteriaadhere to tooth surfaces, leavingless room for bad bacteria togrow. If bad bacteria cant findspace to live on teeth, they cant

survive in large enough numbersto create bad breath.

In fact, these mints have

beneficial bacteria so small theycan easily reach into the pits,crevices and fissures of teeth fordeeper penetration.

TIPS FOR GETTING YOUR

FURNACE READY FOR

WINTER

(NewsUSA) - Frigid days are fastapproaching. And as snow falls

and temperatures plummet, itis important to make sure yourfurnace is in proper workingcondition. Follow these tips tomake sure you dont get left inthe cold this winter.

1. Have your heating equipmentproperly maintained and cleanedby a licensed heating and coolingcontractor.

2. Have the duct work checked

for air leaks. Research showsthat faulty ductwork accountsfor more than 25 percent of theheating loss in an average home.

3. Replace air filters. A dirty filterrestricts air flow and causes theunit to lose efficiency.

4. Use a programmablethermostat. By setting yourthermostat from 72 degrees to 65degrees for eight hours a day (for

instance, while no one is homeor while everyone is sleeping)you can cut your heating bill byup to 10 percent according to theDepartment of Energy.

5. Keep air supply and returnregisters free from obstructions(for example, furniture, rugs, andclothes baskets).

6. Use a whole-home humidifier.Heated indoor air is very dry

and needs to be humidified.Actually, one of the driest placeson earth could be your home.Dont believe it? The relativehumidity of the Sahara Desertis 25 percent; Death Valleys 23percent. In the winter months, theaverage heated home can have arelative humidity as low as 13 to16 percent. The benefits of usingan Aprilaire automatic whole-home humidifier include:

* Comfort -- helps eliminatedry nose and throat and itchyskin, while also reducing static

electricity.

* Well being -- optimum humiditylevels can help reduce the

chance of upper-respiratoryproblems caused by dry air. Askyour doctor.

* Preservation -- properhumidification levels will protectagainst shrinkage and cracking infurniture, moldings and hardwoodfloors.

* Energy savings -- addingmoisture to the air means youllfeel warmer with lower, energy-

saving indoor temperatures. Ahome heated to 69 degree with35 percent humidity feels just aswarm as a 72 degree home at 19percent humidity.

Visit www.aprilaire.com for moreinformation.

SAVE TIME AND MONEY

BUYING YOUR NEXT

REFRIGERATOR

(NewsUSA) - Nearly everyoneis more cautious with moneythese days, so major purchasesare approached with additionalconsideration and planning. Anew refrigerator, for example, cancost hundreds or even thousandsof dollars and may be in yourhome for 10 or more years. Sowhen it is necessary to replace,budget-focused consumersmay first consider the purchaseprice. However, a refrigerators

reliability, energy efficiency,usable features and ability tostore more-affordable bulk foodsare also important factors andcan offset the initial cost.

Since consumers are in themarket for appliances soinfrequently, the purchaseprocess can easily becomeconfusing and overwhelming.The tips and guidelines below willhelp even the most discerning

and energy-minded shoppersnavigate the showroom floor andidentify a reliable refrigerator thatwill meet their needs.

Compare the capacity andstorage. Models with moreshelves and bins have a greatersurface area, which creates morespace for fresh and frozen fooddeals bought in bulk. Considera model that will not only fiteverything, but will also provideeasy access to the most-useditems. The Maytag ICE2Orefrigerator has a bottom mount

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freezer drawer that features aSmoothClose track system withheavy-duty ball bearing slidesthat can hold up to 120 pounds of

food. The wide drawer can holddeli platters, while durable binsand four Spill-Catcher glassshelves help store food in anorganized way.

Look for the ENERGY STARlabel. The refrigerator consumesmore energy than any otherkitchen appliance. According toENERGY STAR, replacing a

odel from the 1980s with anENERGY STAR-qualified model

ill offer a savings of $100 perear on utility bills, or $200 perear if the model is from the

1970s. Features such as a doorlarm, power outage indicator,irtight door seals and easy-to-se temperature controls will helpaintain a constant temperaturend contribute to the efficiencyating.

onsider the usability of theeatures. Add-on features canave time and money if they

liminate a cost or save a step.removable ice bucket can be

asily brought to the table or

cooler. Filtered ice and waterdispensers can help savemoney and the environmentby preventing the disposal of

plastic water bottles. Some of thenewest refrigerators also haveice makers that produce smallercubes that fit into refillable waterbottles.

Examine the hardware. Howdurable the handles are and howstrong the hinges are will directlyimpact the life of the refrigerator.Open and close the door anddrawers to test their strength,and look for heavy-duty stainlesssteel handles that will remainsecure even in the most activehouseholds.

TIPS FOR STRESS-FREE

AIR TRAVEL

(NewsUSA) - Man-made andnatural disruptions to air travelare all-too-often the norm. Notonly can weather delay take-offsand landings, but new airlinerules can also keep planesgrounded.

For example, if a plane is sittingon the tarmac for more than three

hours, it has to return to the gate.On the upside, there are ways tocope with the unexpected. Hereare a few simple tips to prepare

for delays before leaving home:

* Print copies of itineraries withthe 800 numbers for your airline,and others that fly the sameroute, just in case you have torebook from the airport. Thepaper-free option? E-mail thosenumbers or enter them manuallyinto your smartphone.

* Check airline Web sites fordelay postings. New rulesmandate that airlines have thisinformation online. Alternatively,you can go to www.flightstats.com.

* Make sure you can accessyour office and home computersin the event you are stuck whiletraveling. Free and inexpensiveprograms like LogMeIn (www.LogMeIn.com) make it quick,easy and secure to access files,calendars and applications fromany computer, smartphone,

netbook or iPad with an Internetconnection.

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SATURDAY, AUG. 28The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5

p.m.The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club is holding asteak dinner, serving starts at 4:30 p.m. and runs untilthe steaks are gone or 7 p.m. The menu includes a 12ounce New York strip, baked potato, cole slaw, bakedbeans, roll and beverage. There will also be trap andsporting clay shoots. Trap shoots start at 10 a.m. andsporting clays start at 1 p.m. The club is located fourmiles west of Mecosta on M-20. For more informationcontact Jack Hays at (231) 592-1587 or visit www.mecostacountyrodandgunclub.org.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behindEastwood Early Childhood Center.Mecosta County Historical Society is open for toursfrom 2 to 4 p.m. every Saturday at the museum,located at 129 S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30

p.m. in the basement of the Third Avenue MethodistChurch in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come forfood. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.Habitat for Humanity 3-D Archery Benefit Shootingfor Home is from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the SpartaHunting and Fishing Club, 13218 Long Lake Drivein Sparta. There will be many door prizes, rafflesand great food. The grand prizes are a bird hunt andcompound bow. Call Jeffrey at (616) 696-9666 ore-mail [email protected] Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. ContactWoody W. at (231) 796-8371.SIERRA performs live from 7 to 11 p.m. at the MorleyAmerican Legion. All welcome. Square dancing ifenough patrons want it.

SUNDAY, AUG. 29Alcoholics Anonymous Old Jail House Group meets at7 p.m. at 220 S. Stewart Ave. Call Darwin T. at (231)

796-8956.Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. MichaelsSchool in Remus. For more information call Brad B.(989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at (989) 967-8478.Sunday Singles Dance at the Goodyear Lanes andLounge from 7 to 11 p.m. in their newly remoldedroom, located at the corner of M-55 and Old 27,Houghton Lake. Please enter through the door facingOld 27. Call (989) 539-5406 if you have any questionsconcerning the dance.Alanon meeting support group for families and friendsof alcoholics will be held at 7 p.m. at the Old Jail in BigRapids.Evart United Methodist Church youth group meetsfrom 5 to 7 p.m. at the corner of First and Cherrystreets. Fourth grade through 12th grade invited. Jointhe group for a free meal, games and fellowship.

MONDAY, AUG. 30

Enhance Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County

Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Enhance Fitness is at 10:15 a.m. at the Eagles, 1836116 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Advanced line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Bridge is at 12:45 p.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Schizophrenia Anonymous meets from 10:30 to11:30 a.m. at Community Mental Health, 500 S. ThirdAve., Big Rapids. SA is a support group with a 6-stepprogram. Anyone with schizophrenia or mental illnessis more than welcome to attend. For more informationcall Mike B. at (231) 592-4654 or (231) 796-3553.

Coffee is available at meetings.Euchre is from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Parkview high risein Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 796-4993.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group meets at 8 p.m.at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Glenn C.at (231) 796-3703.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 to 11a.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behindEastwood Early Childhood Center.Divorce Care meetings ate held every Monday from 7to 9 p.m. at New Hope Church, 7296 Nine Mile Roadin Mecosta. The meetings cover a nonconsecutive13-step program for getting through a divorce. Newmembers are always welcome. Contact Sharon Grayat (231) 598-0337 or New Hope Church at (231) 972-2838 for more information.

TUESDAY, AUG. 31Big Rapids Rotary Club meets at noon at the HolidayInn and Conference Center.Be innin line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. at

the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.

Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Michaels

School in Remus. For more information call Brad B.(989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at (989) 967-8478.Tai Chi is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Card recycling is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Theology is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.TOPS No. 1189 meets from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at FirstBaptist Church, 200 S. Stewart Ave., Big Rapids. Call(231) 796-6271 for more information.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5p.m.Grief peer support group meets at 9 a.m. at CadillacBig Boy. For questions, call Pastor Brad Center at(231) 779-9550.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 1Enhance Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Advanced line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 6p.m.Library preschool story hour is at 10:30 a.m. at BigRapids Community Library. Open to the public.

Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group meets at 8 p.m.at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Glenn C.at (231) 796-3703.Hersey Farmers Market is from 3 to 6:30 p.m. indowntown Hersey. Contact Deana Jager at (231) 465-4058 or [email protected] County Genealogical Society is open from5 to 7 p.m. for research at 424 N. Fourth Ave., BigRapids (next to Recycle!). Call (231) 250-5555 formore information. Volunteers will be on hand, andthere are lots of records. A book sale will be ongoingduring open hours.South Evart Quilt Club meets from 10:30 a.m. to 3p.m. at the Evart Township Hall. A potluck luncheonis at noon. Anyone interested in quilting or learning toquilt is welcome. The group works jointly on personalor community quilts and frequently donates to peopleor organizations in need. For more information, call

Margie at (231) 734-3857 or Ann at (231) 867-3237.The Big Rapids Dharma Study Group will meet at7 p.m. at 309 Marion Ave., in Big Rapids. Weeklymeetings include discussing various dharma texts,questions and answers and watching dharma-relatedvideos. The group is under the direction of Michaeland Margaret Erlewine, who have more than 35 yearsof experience in meditation and dharma practice.Beginning students are welcome.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30p.m. in the basement of the Third Avenue MethodistChurch in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come forfood. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.3D Archery Night from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the SpartaHunting and Fishing Club, 13218 Long Lake Drive inSparta. Call Sue at (616) 887-8771.Fourth Street Farmers Market is from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.next to Big Rapids Farm & Garden on Fourth Street in

Big Rapids. Any questions, call (231) 796-6363.Deadline to RSVP for the Austin Blair Dinner hosted bythe Mecosta County Republican Party, which is slatedfor Sept. 10 with a VIP reception at 5:30 p.m., meetand greet at 6:30 p.m. and dinner is at 7:30 p.m. atthe Holiday Inn and Conference Center in Big Rapids.Call (231) 660-0180 for tickets or e-mail [email protected] Fitness is at 10:15 a.m. at the Eagles, 1836116 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 2Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. MichaelsSchool in Remus. For more information call Brad B.(989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at (989) 967-8478.Harmonica is at 10:30 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Painting and drawing is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta

County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. Formore information, call (231) 972-2884.Scrabble is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more

information, call (231) 972-2884.Pedro is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center,

12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Pinochle is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Overeaters Anonymous meets at 6:15 p.m. inconference room A, the third room on the right,at Mecosta County Medical Center; enter on thecorner of Locust Street and Winter Avenue. For moreinformation, call Eric at (866) 398-5440.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group meets at noonat St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Darwin T.at (231) 796-8956.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 3 to 5:30p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behindEastwood Early Childhood Center.Diabetes Support Group meets at 3 p.m. at MecostaCounty Medical Center, 605 Oak St., Big Rapids, inthe hospital classroom area. Please use the hospitalsmain entrance and stop by the information desk fordirections. Signs will direct you to the classroom.Most meetings have an educational speaker; thereis no charge. No meeting scheduled for December orJanuary. For information or to be placed on the mailinglist, contact Charlotte at (231) 592-4483.Big Rapids Area Amateur Radio Club meets at 7 p.m.at the City of Big Rapids Department of Public SafetyBuilding, 435 N. Michigan Ave. For more informationcall Mike at (231) 527-1688 or www.braarc.net.Mecosta County Historical Society meets from 2 to 4p.m. at the museum, located at 129 S. Stewart Ave.Anyone interested in local history is encouraged tostop by!

FRIDAY, SEPT. 3Enhance Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County

Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Readers Theatre is at 10 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Advanced line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre is from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Parkview high risein Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 796-4993.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group meets at 8 p.m.at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody

W. at (231) 796-8371.Knitting circle meets at 4 p.m. at the Barryton PublicLibrary. Knitters of all levels are encouraged to comeand learn or share knitting techniques.Mecosta New Home United Methodist Church willextend its hours for its swiss steak supper. New hourswill be from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner is $9 for adults,$3 for children younger than 12 and preschoolers eatfree. Proceeds go to the building fund.Enhance Fitness is at 10:15 a.m. at the Eagles, 1836116 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 4The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5p.m.The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club holds trap andsporting clay shoots. Trap shoots start at 10 a.m. andsporting clays start at 1 p.m. The club is located four

miles west of Mecosta on M-20. For more informationcontact Jack Hays at (231) 592-1587.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behindEastwood Early Childhood Center.Mecosta County Historical Society is open for toursfrom 2 to 4 p.m. every Saturday at the museum,located at 129 S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids.The Mecosta County Democratic Party meets at 9a.m. in the private upstairs room of Peppers Cafe andDeli on Michigan Avenue in Big Rapids for great food,coffee and conversation. For more information, contactPamela Fleming at (231) 796-2893.Old Jail Sale is in Big Rapids at the Old Jail.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30p.m. in the basement of the Third Avenue MethodistChurch in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come forfood. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group. Meets at 8

p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. ContactWoody W. at (231) 796-8371.


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EDITORS NOTE: Please check with yourclub or organization to be certain of meetings,outings and classes, as they may be canceleddue to bad weather or other reasons. If anylisting is incorrect, please call (231)832-5566or (231)745-4635 with correct information.

DOMESTIC ABUSE NUMBER for anyonebeing abused is 1-800-950-5808. There is noexcuse for abuse.

ANGEL ANIMAL RESCUE, Low CostServices. Call (231)679-0489 For MoreInformation.

HEARTLAND HOSPICE VOLUNTEERTRAINING. Heartland Hospice of Cadillac islooking for caring and dedicated people with

an interest in serving terminally ill patients andtheir families in the Reed City Area and theoutlaying communities. Volunteers provideservices such as friendly visiting, patienttransport/patient outings, errand running, childcare, and clerical services. Volunteer classesare available to fit each persons schedule.Please call Paul King at Heartland Hospice at231-775-6840 for further information.

SATURDAY

REED CITY VFW POST 2964 CHICKEN BBQ(Third Saturday of every month), 5-7 p.m.(231)832-5102.

REED CITY SENIOR CENTER Potluckand Cards, 12 p.m. (third Saturday of each

month).

REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Chicken BBQ(third Saturday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129E. Osceola Ave. For more information, call(231)832-5102.

~AUGUST 28ORIGINAL GOSPEL JAMBOREE, Saturday,August 28, potluck at 6:30 p.m., music at 7p.m. Amazing Grace Acres Church, M37 andWoodland Park Dr., Brohman. Featuring:Wasepi Blue Grass, Faith Gospel Team andLucky Fulton, M.C. Everyone welcome.

SUNDAY

REED CITY VFW Ladies Auxiliary AllAmerican Breakfast (first Sunday of everymonth), 8a.m-12 noon. 129 East OsceolaAvenue.

LAST SUNDAY EVERY MONTH, BreakfastBuffet, 7:30-11 a.m. Evart Moose Lodge,#2452, 8400 U.S.-10.

EVART VFW POST 7979 BREAKFAST 2ndSunday of every month.

REED CITY MASONIC LODGE will stopserving their Pancake Breakfast on the thirdSunday of each month until further notice.

MONDAY

REED CITY AMVETS POST 2965 MEETING,7p.m. 129 E. Osceola Avenue. For more

information, call Cliff Galloup (231)832-2787. Meetings are second Monday of everymonth).

T.O.P.S. 1682 MEETING, every Monday atReed City St. Paul Lutheran Church, weigh in5:30p.m., meeting 6p.m.

EUCHRE, 1p.m. at Reed City Senior Center,219 E. Todd Street.

REED CITY SENIOR CENTER MEETING,

10:30a.m. (third Monday of each month).

BUTTERFLY BUNCH BREAST CANCERSUPPORT GROUP MEETING secondMonday of each month, 7p.m. For moreinformation, call Carol Ladd (231)734-5305.

EVART MOOSE LODGE NO. 2452 host bingoeach Monday at 8400 U.S. 10. Doors openat 4p.m. Early bird takes place at 6p.m. with

regular regular bingo at 6:30p.m. (License No.A21600)

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Mondayevening at Trinity Lutheran Church onhighway US-10 in Reed City. Weigh in at 5:30p.m., meeting starts at 6:00p.m.

THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETYPROGRAM LOOK GOOD...FEEL BETTER.

Cancer Support Group for Women.Sponsored by Paradise Salon and SpectrumHealth Reed City Hospital Cancer Services.2nd Monday of every other month at 4:00p.m. January-March-May-July-September-November. Hosted by Crossroads RadiationTherapy Center, 4499 220th Street, ReedCity, Michigan 49677. Interested? Inquire by

calling: Oncology Infusion Services Staff 832-7105, Crossroads Radiation Center 832-5817or Paradise Salon 832-3411.

NATURAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUPMEETING, at the Sears Church of God,corner of Highway 10 and 40th Ave., westentrance. This group meets the last mondayof each month at 6 p.m. to discuss naturalhealth options and specific subjects, CO-OPinformation is also available.

TUESDAY

LA LECHE LEAGUE BREASTFEEDINGSUPPORT GROUP MEETING, 10a.m.Monthly topics. Open to all pregnantand nursing mothers. Children welcome.

Downtown Reed City. Contact Sue, LLLgroup leader for directions or questions,(231)832-1858 or email LLL [email protected].(Meetings are Third Tuesday of every month.)

IDLEWILD LOT OWNERS Senior Size,11a.m. and Line Dancing, 7p.m. at the clubhouse.

SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5-6 p.m. (everyTuesday) at the church, 216 S. Main Street,Hersey. For more information, call the church(231)832-9072. Church is barrier free.

FREE CLOTHING - FOOD available tothose in need (second and fourth Tuesdayof the month), 5p.m. at Idlewild Seventh DayAdventist Churchs Community Service.

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATIONFOOD PANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday)1-4p.m. at St. Philip Neri Church. Call(231)832-2624 for more information.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUPMEETING, (second Tuesday of each month),1p.m. at St. Anns Church Basement inBaldwin. For further information, call Shawn(231)745-8421.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING,7a.m. at the Evart United Methodist Church.

BINGO12:30 at Reed City Senior Center, 219East Todd Street.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP meets the

second and fourth Tuesdays of the month,2-4p.m. The group meets at the CommunityMental Health for Central Michigan in OsceolaCounty located at 4473 220th Ave. in ReedCity. For mor information call (231)832-2247. The group is for individuals whoprovide caregiving services for individualswith Dementia, Alzheimers or other chronic/terminal medical conditions. There is nocharge to participate and there are noresidency restrictions.

GFWC EVART WOMENS CLUB meets 7p.m.the second Tuesday of the month at St. PaulLutheran Church. Open to the public. TheMay meeting honors Girl Scouts with a GirlScouts tea.

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Tuesdaymorning at the Assembly of God Church in BigRapids. Weigh in at 9:00 a.m. meeting startsat 9:30 a.m.

ALANON MEETING, SUPPORT GROUP forfamilies and friends of Alcoholics will meetevery Tuesday at St. Phillips Church, ReedCity at 8 p.m.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided inTustin on Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon.Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerlythe Sportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. Thereis entertainment after lunch. For informationcall 231-734-6005.

WEDNESDAY

ELIJAHS PLACE MEAL, (last Wednesdayof each month), 5-6:30p.m. at Zion-EmanuelLutheran Church, 202 Albert Street, LeRoy.

Open to the public, free of charge.

IDLEWILD LOT OWNERS Game Day, 11a.m.at the club house.

PATHFINDER PUBLIC LIBRARY SummerStory Hour, 1-2p.m. for children ages 4-8. Aparent must remain in the library during storyhour.

SOUTH EVART QUILT CLUB, (first and thirdWednesday of the month), 10:30a.m.-2p.m.with potluck lunch at noon. Contact Margie(231)734-3857 or Ann (231)867-3237.

EVART FAITH BIBLE CHURCH PIONEERCLUB, 6p.m. every Wednesday for firstthrough sixth grades.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY STORY TIMEis every Wednesday from 11:15a.m. untilnoon.There will be games, crafts, songs andstories.

BITELY BETTER CONSERVATION CLUBMEETINGS are held the first Wednesdayof each month (excluding January throughMarch), and the public is always welcome.The doors open at 5:30 for a pot luck dinnerfollowed by the meeting which starts at7:00p.m.

OSCEOLA COUNTY HABITAT FORHUMANITIES meeting is the first Wednesdayof every month. Call the hotline for locationof the meeting and for information. (231)832-8453

EVART AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCEmeets at 6p.m. the second Wednesday ofeach month. For information call 734-9799.

BINGO, EVERY WEDNESDAY, VFW HallPost #7979, Evart, license A04340. Early Birdat 6 p.m. Located at 4681 85th Ave., Evart.

THE BIG RAPIDS MASONIC LODGE meetsthe first Wednesday of each month at 7:30p.m. at the Big Rapids Masonic Temple oneast 19 Mile Road in Big Rapids.

~AUGUST 25THE CENTRAL MICHIGAN DISTRICTBOARD OF HEALTH meeting will be heldWednesday, August 25, and will be held at

the Clare County Courthouse, 225 West MainStreet, Harrison, MI 48625. The meeting willbegin at 5:30 p.m.

~SEPTEMBER 8AN AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVEwill be held Wednesday, September 8 at EvartUnited Methodist Church, 619 Cherry St.,Evart from 12 noon to 5:45 p.m.

THURSDAY

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATIONFOOD PANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday)1-4p.m. at St. Philip Neri Church. Call(231)832-2624 for mor information.

FATHERS PROGRAM, (third Thursday ofeach month), at Baldwin Family Health CareConference Room. For more informationcontact Dave, call (231)745-2000 ext. 16.

T.O.P.S. 1541 MEETING, weigh-in 8:15-9:15a.m., meeting at 9:30a.m. at Evart UnitedMethodist Church.

T.O.P.S. 1390 MEETING, weigh-in 6:10p.m., meeting at 6:35 p.m. at Calvary BaptistChurch, Evart, corner of Third and Oak. Formor information, call Ruth at (231)734-2844 orTerri at (231)734-5348.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING,1p.m. at Evart United Methodist Church.

SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5:30-6:30p.m. at ReedCity Church of the Nazarene, 5300 220thAve., Reed City.

EUCHRE, 1p.m. at Reed City Senior Center,

219 East Todd Street.

REED CITY VFW/AmVet Post 2964/2965THURSDAY NIGHT BURGER NIGHT, every4th thursday of the month.

ALANON MEETING every Thursday night,7:00p.m. at Evart Sacred Heart Church.

CHIEF OSCEOLA WOOD CARVERS meetevery Thursday from 7 to 9p.m. in the EvartDepots community room. There is no charge.For more information, call (231)734-5125 or(231)734-9131

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS everyThursday evening at the Assembly of GodChurch in Big Rapids. Weighin at 6:00 p.m.,

meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK CLUBmeets every third Thursday of the month.

EVART CAR CLUB meets the secondThursday of every month at the Evart Mooseat 7p.m.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided inTustin on Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon.Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerlythe Sportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. Thereis entertainment after lunch. For informationcall 231-734-6005.

LINCOLN CREEK BAND will perform atthe Reed City Depot the second and fourthThursday of the month through Septemberfrom 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Free Admission.

~FRIDAY

REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Fish Fry(first Friday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129E. Osceola Ave. For more information, call(231)832-5102.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING,8p.m. at the Evart United Methodist Church.

PEDRO, 1p.m. at the Reed City SeniorCenter, 219 East Todd Street.

EVERY FRIDAY Fish or Shrimp dinner from5 to 8p.m. Moose Lodge No. 2452 located at8400 US-10 in Evart. For more information

call (231)734-6181

BINGO EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT at LeRoyVFW Post #10770 on Mackinaw Trail nextto Citizens Bank. Earlybird starts at 6p.m.Concession stand is open.

PLEASE NOTE NEW DAY FOR EVENTS TOBE TURNED IN FOR PUBLICATION.Send all upcoming events no later thanWednesday Noon to:The Tri-CountyYvonne Morneau211 W. Upton, Suit BReed City, MI 49677Phone: (231)832-5566Fax: (231)832-5558

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SEPT. 2ND, 3RD, 4TH, 9AM-6PM. 1.3 Miles east on 16 MileRoad to 180th, Big Rapids.Follow signs. Fishing rods,reels/tackle, electric bass gui-tar, bookcase, householditems.

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SEPT. 3RD, 4TH, 5th, 9am-5pm. 18359 12 Mile Road, BigRapids (follow signs from 14Mile & Northland or 12 Mile &Northland). Super singlewaterbed, 7-brown alum

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SEPT. 3RD-4TH, 7AM-4PM.14301 & 14330 215th Ave. BigRapids (south of Menards).Collectibles, ramp, office fur-niture, hunting clothes,menswear, tools, kitchenappliances, lamps, snorkelgear, books, vintage jewelry,old post cards, toiletries,estate items, stroller/carseatcombo, baby/children items.

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USED BOOK SALE: FriendsBig Rapids Community. 426 S.Michigan Ave. Friday-9/3,9am-5:30pm, Saturday-9/4,9am-2:30pm.

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Sale- September 1st, 2nd, 3rd(8am-5pm) 2-1/2 Miles northon 95th Ave., off US-10, Evart.Clothes, sleeping bags,shoes, towels, householditems.

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HerseyESTATE/MOVING SALE-SEPTEMBER 2nd, 3rd, 4th(8am-5pm) 18325 Stonehouse,Hersey.

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LeRoy

HUGE 2 FAMILY YARD SALE:Books, games, kids clothes,kids toys, adult clothes, pic-tures, knickknacks, furniture,fishing dcor, entertainmentcenter, dishes, exercisemachine, Jeep, Christmastree, Christmas decorations,wreaths, pool w/new pump,deer stand, and much, muchmore.15760 Lakola Road, LeRoy.September 3rd-4th-5th from9a.m.-5p.m.

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MorleyESTATE SALE. ACROSS thestreet from Morley's only gasstation (cheapest gas withinreasonable distance-alsothick, luscious pizza by theslice-$1.50). Enjoy theseamenities while visiting ourexpanded fresh inventory ofmost anything except food.Open weekends and holidays.

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HUGE ESTATE-BARN Sale-September 4th-5th-6th (8am-?) Rain or shine. Morley, 1 Mileeast of Firstbank onJefferson, follow signs. Toomuch to list!

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StanwoodSEPT. 2ND-3RD-4TH, 8AM-5PM. 6616 Old State Road,Stanwood, (on the way toBrowers Park). Kids clothes,childrens books, furniture,household and sportinggoods, something for every-one.

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2008 Hyundai Accent34k Miles, 5-Spd, Factory

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2007 Chevy Cobalt Lt59k Miles, Auto, Pwr Moon,

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$9,995

2007 Chevy Impala Ls3.5l V-6, 50k Miles, Pwr Seats,

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2005 Chrysler Pacifica Touring3rd Row Seat, 70k Miles,Dual Pwr Seats, Clean

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$10,995

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$7,995

2005 Ford E250 Cargo VanV-8, Auto, 91k Miles,Air, Walk-Thru Door

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231-796-7282

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COUCH FOR SALE- Blue, in goodshape, brown slip cover included $75;Microwave $20. If interested, call(616)881-1855

170 Itemsfor Sale

FOR SALE FIREWOOD- Mixed hard-woods, wet/dry, $90/full cord. We helpload. Croton area. (231)652-5341

GARAGE SALEPRICES:$15.00 - 1 day$27.00 - 2 days$32.35 - 3 days$42.20 - 4 days$52.00 - 5 days$61.80 - 6 days

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M & J NEW & USED FURNITURE ofEvart. Largest selection of good usedand new furniture and appliances.(231)734-2707. We buy, sell or trade.Mon.-Fri.(9-5), Sat.(9-2), Sun. (10-2)www.mandjfurniture.com

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for SalePRICE SLASH! NOW $48/face cord, fillyour wood shed with quality seasonedhardwood firewood. Delivery available, E-drafts accepted. Offer ends September15, (231)734-6179

WEIGHT MACHINE- Impex Competi-tor. Good condition, $140 OBO. Weightbench, many weights $50 OBO.(231)937-6538

Animals

Outback Lodge &Equestrian Center

HORSE BOARDINGNear Big Rapids, Arenas,

trails, stallsWWW.OUTBACK-LODGE.COM

(231)972-7255

Appliances

KENMORE PROPANE GAS Dryer.Runs fine, no problems. $95. Located nearHardy Dam. 231-689-1173

FirewoodQUALITY OAK. CUT, split, delivered$49.50 rick. Buy from honest, woodcut-ter. Visa, Energydraft and DHS accept-ed. (231)266-5102.

240 ManufacturedHomes

BIG RAPIDS-Beautiful park, immaculatethree bedroom, two bath, double-wide,appliances, $695.00 single-wide $595.00(832)289-1096

290 FarmEquipment

1991 TOP-KICK FLATBED Truck, greathay hauler; F-700 Louisville frame andchassis, good for parts; 3010-JD, $3,800.;Farmall-H; JD-B; White 5-bottom plow.(989)942-1538

300 Wanted to Buy

CASH PAID- Retiree paying fair price$100 to $5,000 for all running cars, trucks,motor cycles, ATV, campers, Pontoonboats. Free pick-up. (231)689-1894,(616)291-0266

335 Work atHome

EARN THOUSAND$ FROM HOME. Becareful of work-at-home schemes. Hiddencosts can add up, and requirements may beunrealistic. Learn how to avoid work-at-home scams. NEED CA$H FAST BUTCANT GET A LOAN? Dont pay for thepromise of a loan. BE YOUR OWNBOSS!!But first, be cautious. You will have to spend$$$ and you may not make money back.Call the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-FTC-HELP to learn how to spotadvance-fee loan scams. A message fromThe Pioneer and the FTC.

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MedicalHEALTH CAREERS TRAINING. Start atthe Blue Heron AcademyMedical Mas-sage, Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy,Personal Training 888-285-9989blueheronacademy.com

MARIJUANA FOR MEDICAL USE!Michigan law allows people with certainconditions to qualify. We help Michiganresidents. www.TheMedicalMarijuana-Clinic.com 517-787-1206, 616-947-1206,

734-667-5960

AdoptionNOTE: ALL ADVERTISERS in this cat-egory are working with a licensed adop-tion agency.

PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOP-TION? Open or closed Adoptions. Youchoose from families nationwide. LivingExpenses Paid. Call 24/7 Abbys One TrueGift Adoptions.www.abbysonetruegift.com 866-716-3052

Mecosta County

Spay & Neuter Clinic989-330-5147(For info on lower cost mobile clinic)

600 Commerce Dr., Reed City

(231) 832-4444Toll Free: 800-232-1882

www.sphomes.net

Sterling, Hart andFairmont Homes

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MONDAY,AUGUST30,2010TRICOUNTYNEWSSHOPPER 2991 Mega Mkt.

*Attention*COMMUNITY PAPERS

OF MICHIGANPh. 1-800-783-0267

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ONLY $249Call this paper to place aclassified ad of 25 wordsor less and reach across

the state.Readers: THIS PUBLICATIONDOES NOT KNOWINGLYACCEPTadvertising which is deceptive, fraud-ulent, or which might otherwise vio-late the law or accepted standards oftaste. However, this publication doesnot warrant or guarantee the accu-racy of any advertisement, nor thequality of the goods or servicesadvertised. Readers are cautionedto thoroughly investigate all claimsmade in any advertisements, andto use good judgment and reason-able care, particularly when deal-ing with persons unknown to youwho ask for money in advance ofdelivery of the goods or servicesadvertised.

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Photos for the River Valley 2011 Pet Calendar!The winning pet photo will be the calendars

cover and the winner will receive a framed andmatted copy of their photo.

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Please email your photo(s) along witha brief description of the photo(s) to:

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Forward Realty, Inc.

105 Linden St

Big Rapids, MI(231) 796-4808

www.century21forwardrealty.com

NEW LISTING! Contemporaryhome on 62 feet of Hess Lake. 4

bedrooms, 2 baths, fireplace, lake is750 acre all sports lake too! $234,90010039507

NEW LISTING! Cute as a button.2 bedrooms bungalow in Big Rapids.Newer roof, windows and furnace.Only $34,900 10039400

NEW LISTING! 50 feet of frontageon Jehnsen lake, 4 bedrooms, 3baths, covered deck overlooking thelake. $174,900 10038139

2 story brickhome on large lot inRemus. 4 bedrooms, good condition,only $47,900 10037105

8 year old stickbuilt ranch on over2 acres. Private setting, screen porchoverlooking small stocked pond in

back yard, lots of room and extra largegarage too! $149,900 10033784


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