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WITH THE HOLIDAYSHospice of Michigan will host aeminar on Coping with the Holidaysn at 6 p.m. Nov. 9 at 400 Perrytreet in Big Rapids. This eventrovides information on ways to copend stay healthy during the holidays.ttendees will have the opportunity tongage in activities such as massage,

Reiki, and a Christmas ornamentaking project.hildcare and snacks will be provided.re-registration is required. Contactangela Zielinski to register at (231)27-0913 and include the number ofeople who will be in your party and

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MEETING, AUTUMN

REFRESHERBIG RAPIDS Friends of the BigRapids Community Library will holdits general membership meeting and

utumn Refresher from 1 to 3 p.m. onNov. 6 at 426 S. Michigan Ave. in BigRapids.The Mecosta County Senior CentersReaders Theater will provide a special

erformance for the afternoon.Readers Theater members ShirleyHamelund, Juanita McDonough,Jeanne Hanson, Agnes Wolf, DorisHeady, Mary Schoner, Ardath

tadtfeld, Louise Christianson andIrene Shafer practice at 10 a.m. onFridays at the Senior Center. Theyerform at different places like nursingomes, assisted living homes and the

Riverdays celebration over the past0 years.

Refreshments will be served at thevent, which is open to the public.

DNRE NEEDS CITIZEN INPUTFROM REGIONAL ADVISORS

MICHIGAN The Department ofNatural Resources and Environmentneeds help managing deer herds.The DNRE is accepting applicationsfor membership on its three RegionalDeer Advisory Teams.With the adoption of the MichiganDeer Management Plan in May,the DNRE is committed to formingadvisory teams for the UpperPeninsula, Northern Lower Peninsulaand Southern Lower Peninsula.Members of the teams will be madeup of individuals or representativesof groups with a direct connectionto deer-related issues in the region.The advisory teams will provide inputdirectly to DNREs Wildlife Division.Interested parties need to be ableto advise wildlife division staff onregional deer management issues,assist in communications with thepublic and attend two meetings ayear. Applicants should make surethey meet the requirements formembership and are able to fulfilltheir responsibilities.

pplications are due Dec. 14.

pplications are available on theDNRE website, at www.michigan.gov/dnrhunting.

KEEP PESTS FROM

CRASHING YOUR HOLIDAYS(NewsUSA) - For many Americans,colder weather means seasonal

decorations and holiday baking -;but if youre one of those who set outgourds and holly or cookies for Santa,you might be opening your home tosome unwanted guests.

Mice, rodents, spiders and otherpests find their way into homes byhiding in boxes of holiday decorationsthat have been stored in attics,basements and garages since lastseason, says Missy Henriksen,vice president of public affairs forthe National Pest Management Association (NPMA). They create

homes in these undisturbed itemsand then find new places to infestonce these boxes are moved intofamily living quarters.

The holiday season may also bring outpantry pests, which make themselvesat home in pantry foods like flour,cereal, dry pasta, spices, nuts anddried fruit, as well as in decorationsmade from dried flowers andpotpourri. The most common pantrypests are beetles, ants, weevils andIndian meal moths.

So, what can you do to deterunwelcome holiday guests? TheNPMA offers the following tips:

* Store seasonal decorations inairtight containers. Items like driedfoliage, potpourri and Indian cornshould be carefully stored in theoff-season. Keep them in a dryenvironment, such as a closet oroffice, and unpack them outside.

* Inspect fresh decorations beforeyou bring them indoors. Look overwreaths, Christmas trees and

garlands to make sure youre notbringing insects into your home.

* Store food properly. All foodshould be stored in plastic or glasscontainers with sealed lids. Keepcabinets, pantries and countertopsclean and free of crumbs.

* Examine pantry items before youuse them. Check packages before youbring them home from the store. Neverbuy any item that appears damaged.Throw out expired ingredients. If youhave any ingredients that havent

been used in the past year, inspectthem before use.

If you do find pests, contact a pestprofessional. They will know thebest way to treat an infestation. Formore information on preventing pestsfrom crashing your home this holidayseason or to find a licensed pestprofessional, visit www.pestworld.org.

FORGET FAST FOOD: 10

SECRETS TO MAKING GOOD

FOOD FAST(NewsUSA) - Todays busy lifestylesleave little time for basic cooking, and

have led to a growing trend of dailyfast food meals -- for breakfast, lunchand dinner! But eating healthy andcooking at home can fit within a busylifestyle if you learn to make quick,15-minute meals.

Deana Gunn and Wona Miniati,authors of the Cooking with TraderJoes cookbooks, are two moms whofound that recipe shortcuts are thekey to quick meals -- and kicking thefast food habit.

By taking fresh ingredients andstrategically coupling them withprepared items and shortcuts fromthe grocery store, we can createhealthy meals in a fraction of the timeit would take to make from scratch,says Gunn.

Most markets now offer fresh, ready-to-use ingredients such as jarredsauces, cut veggies, bagged saladsand marinated meats -- the keyto these easy shortcuts. Here areGunn and Miniatis top 10 kitchentips and tricks for cooking deliciousand easy meals at home, withoutcompromising quality or resorting tothe drive-through:

1) Use prepared sauces, frommarinaras to curries. Add vegetables

or meats and simmer, or toss sauceswith couscous or pasta.

2) Add everyday superfoods, likecanned beans or pre-cooked lentils,to soups or salads, or serve themover rice.

3) Pick up a fully cooked rotisseriechicken. Use the leftovers in wraps orsoups.

4) Perk up any meal with freshherbs. Add fresh basil to a simplepasta dish, cilantro to plain rice, or

rosemary to roasting potatoes.

5) Toss a healthy salad in minutesusing washed and bagged salad.

6) Salad dressings do double-dutyas fast and flavorful marinades forchicken or meats.

7) Transform boxed meals such asrice pilaf or mac-n-cheese by addingfrozen vegetables, ready-cubedpancetta or a little curry powder.

8) Put an end to greasy pizza

delivery. Use ready-made dough toroll out quick pizza crusts that youcan top with your own favorite andhealthy ingredients.

9) Customize cake and bread mixesto your tastes. Add dried fruits andnuts to a bread mix, or stir lemon andorange zest into a plain white cakemix.

10) Plan simple recipes for the weekbefore going shopping. If you shopwith meals in mind, youll save timeand wasted groceries.

TIPS FOR PLANNING A WINE

TOUR FOR YOUR NEXT

SPECIAL EVENT(NewsUSA) - If youre looking for aunique way to mark an occasion,spend time with friends and familor even host a work event, considea wine tour. Most wineries are openyear round and cater to groups of allsizes. Consider the following to helpyou plan:

* Choose a theme: Many winerieshave theme weekends throughout theyear that celebrate changing seasons,holidays, local happenings and nevintages. Start with an invitation andthen plan everything from food tomusic around your theme.

* Location, location, location: Makeit convenient and choose your toudestination based on the number owineries and hotels in one area. TheFinger Lakes Region in New Yoris home to more than 200 wineriesspread along five organized winetrails that make touring easy.

Travel resources such as www.tourcayuga.com can help visitorsmap out their route, learn more aboua specific trail or find things to seeand do along the way -- even poin

you to wineries off the beaten path.Other growing wine regions such asNapa and Sonoma Valley, Calif., andthe Niagara region found betweenWestern New York State and SouthernOntario offer more than 50 wineriesfor visitors to choose from.

* Leave it to the professionals: Iyou dont know the area, schedulea guided tour. Many Inns and bedand breakfasts, for example, provideovernight packages that includeprivate, luxury wine excursions (aswell as picnic lunches and othe

wine themed surprises). Check ouAurora Inns Wine Country Getawaypackage at www.aurora-inn.com o10 Fitchs Spoiled Girls GetawaPackage at www.10fitch.com.

* Get in on the action: Dont justaste the wine, be part of the process.Call the wineries you plan to visiin advance to see how you can rollup your sleeves and get involved ineverything from the picking to thestomping. For example, HeartHands Wine Company on the CayugaLake Wine Trail in Union Springs, Ne

York, offers an annual Crush Camp.Work alongside the winemaking teamby picking fruit, sorting and pressinggrapes, performing lab analysis andeven the cleaning!

* Make it a lasting memory: Takea photo of your group, and turn iinto a unique wine label for youfavorite wine bottles, or hand themout as inexpensive souvenirs. Photocoasters are another fun, affordableway to remember your tour. Host atasting event at your own home, andask friends to share their favorites.

Wine touring can be a fun, uniqueand inexpensive way to spend a

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day with friends, loved ones or aarge group. Dont wait until the last

inute to book your tour or overnighteservations, particularly in the peakonths of June through October. Try

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SPRUCE UP YOUR FALL

WARDROBE FOR LESS(NewsUSA) - As the temperaturesget colder, families start packingup their shorts and sundresses andpulling last years warmer garmentsrom boxes. And inevitably, many oflast autumns clothes no longer fit orare too worn.

Replacing entire wardrobes cancreate unneeded stress, but thereare ways to dress the whole family

without breaking the bank.

* Look for versatile wardrobe staples.Women and girls should build theirwardrobe with a nice skirt or dress,dress pants, jeans, sweaters anda jacket. Men and boys need khakipants, jeans, sweaters and collaredshirts.

* Skip fancy department stores. Youllsave time and money by shopping atyour local discount retailer. Youll findinexpensive basic apparel, often forless than $16 apiece.

* Look for deals on denim. Everyonein your family is going to want severalpairs of jeans, and those pricetags can add up quickly. There areinexpensive lines available today thatstill offer quality and value. DollarGeneral sells Bobbie Brooks 5-pocketstretch denim for women, starting at$12, and Open Trails denim for men,starting at $10.

* Stock up on basics. Fall is the perfecttime to assess your undergarments.Toss old or i ll-fitting underwear, t-shirtsand socks. Replace these piecesinexpensively with value packages ofunderwear and socks, which can befound at your local discount retailer.

* Find fun, useful accessories.Scarves, hats and gloves allowyou to express your personality orembrace the newest trends in colors

and patterns without breaking thebank. Better yet, they can help dressup wardrobe staples that will last foryears, so you wont spend moneyon a jacket or dress that will beunwearable by next fall.

* Sell old clothes. If your childrenare still growing, chances are thereare some gently used, outgrownitems taking up closet space. Takeold clothes to a consignment storeor thrift shop to make a little extramoney to put towards updating theirwardrobe.

For more information on the fashionsavailable at Dollar General, visit www.dollargeneral.com.

TIPS FOR STRESS-FREE AIR

TRAVEL(NewsUSA) - Man-made and naturaldisruptions to air travel are all-too-often the norm. Not only can weatherdelay take-offs and landings, but newairline rules can also keep planesgrounded.

For example, if a plane is sitting onthe tarmac for more than three hours,it has to return to the gate. On theupside, there are ways to cope withthe unexpected. Here are a fewsimple tips to prepare for delaysbefore leaving home:

* Print copies of itineraries withthe 800 numbers for your airline,and others that fly the same route,just in case you have to rebook fromthe airport. The paper-free option?E-mail those numbers or enter themmanually into your smartphone.

* Check airline Web sites for delaypostings. New rules mandate thatairlines have this information online. Alternatively, you can go to www.flightstats.com.

* Make sure you can access youroffice and home computers in the

event you are stuck while traveling.Free and inexpensive programs likeLogMeIn (www.LogMeIn.com) makeit quick, easy and secure to accessfiles, calendars and applications fromany computer, smartphone, netbooor iPad with an Internet connection.

* Enlist a friend or family membewho knows their way around onlinetravel sites, and keep them on youmobile phone speed dial. If you haveto make alternative plans, they canprobably do it faster than anyone.

* Remember travel insurance.few extra dollars tacked onto theprice of your trip can provide peaceof mind if you have to change plansfor unforeseen reasons. Check whayour airline, travel agent, booking siteand credit cards offer to make surethat youre covered.

* Have fun. Many airports areadding luxuries like spas, high-endrestaurants and even showers tokeep passengers happy. Find ouwhat your airport, and the ones thayou will visit, offer before you go,so youre able to enjoy them to thefullest.

While there is no surefire guaranteefor disruption-free air travel, a littleadvanced planning can go a longway -- even all the way to youdestination.

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SATURDAY, OCT. 30The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club holds trap and

sporting clay shoots. Trap shoots start at 10 a.m. andsporting clays start at 1 p.m. The club is located four mileswest of Mecosta on M-20. For more information contactJack 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 tours from2 to 4 p.m. every Saturday at the museum, located at 129S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids.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. atSt. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody W. at(231) 796-8371.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St. PaulsCampus Parish, 1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids. Formore information call (800) 230-4085.Riley MacKenzie Funds First Anniversary Celebration isfrom 7 to 11 p.m. at the Eagles Club on 16 Mile Road.There will be a classic rock band, silent auction, rafflesand prizes. Bring a donation of pet or people food and beentered to win a $100 gift basket. All proceeds go to helplocal animals in need.

SUNDAY, OCT. 31Alcoholics Anonymous Old Jail House Group meets at 7p.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 remolded room,located at the corner of M-55 and Old 27, HoughtonLake. Please enter through the door facing Old 27. Call(989) 539-5406 if you have any questions concerning thedance.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 meets from 5

to 7 p.m. at the corner of First and Cherry streets. Fourthgrade through 12th grade invited. Join the group for a freemeal, games and fellowship.

MONDAY, NOV. 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.Bridge is at 12:45 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information,call (231) 972-2884.Schizophrenia Anonymous meets from 10:30 to 11:30a.m. at Community Mental Health, 500 S. Third Ave., BigRapids. SA is a support group with a 6-step program.Anyone with schizophrenia or mental illness is more thanwelcome to attend. For more information call Mike B. at(231) 592-4654 or (231) 796-3553. Coffee is available atmeetings.Euchre is from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Parkview high rise inBig Rapids. For more information, call (231) 796-4993.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.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.Enhance Fitness is at 10:15 a.m. at the Eagles, 1836116 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Divorce Care meetings are held every Monday from 7to 9 p.m. at New Hope United Methodist Church, 7296Nine Mile Road in Mecosta. The meetings cover anonconsecutive 13-step program for getting through adivorce. New members are always welcome. ContactSharon Gray at (231) 598-0337 or New Hope Church at(231) 972-2838 for more information.The FSU Emeriti Association Board of Directors meets at10 a.m. in Prakken Room 114. FSU Emeriti members arewelcome to attend as your input is important to us.

TUESDAY, NOV. 2

Big Rapids Rotary Club meets at noon at the Holiday Innand Conference Center.Beginning 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.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.Tai Chi is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information,call (231) 972-2884.Euchre is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center,12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Card recycling is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information,call (231) 972-2884.Theology is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information,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 5 p.m.Grief peer support group meets at 9 a.m. at Cadillac Big

Boy. For questions, call Pastor Brad Center at (231) 779-9550.Hearing clinic by Miracle Ear is from 9 to 11 a.m. on at

the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Walk-ins welcome.Faith Community/Parish Nurses meets from 5:30 to 7p.m. at Mecosta County Medical Centers Conferenceroom No. 1. For more information, call (231) 796-3729.Country dance classes will be held at 6:30 p.m. at theChase Township Hall. For more information, contact Jeffat (231) 250-4159.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at St. PaulsCampus Parish, 1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids. Formore information call (800) 230-4085.Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Philip NeriCatholic Church in Reed City. For more information call(800) 367-6788.Hearing clinic by Miracle Ear is from 9 to 11 a.m. on atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Walk-ins welcome.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 3Enhance 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 Senior Center,12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.Library preschool story hour is at 10:30 a.m. at Big RapidsCommunity 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 forappointment for its winter hours by contacting MaureenNelson at (231) 250-5555. Watch the Pioneer for thegenealogical societys special Saturday hours held onthe second Saturday of the month (except Nov. 13 will be

moved to Nov. 6)South Evart Quilt Club meets from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.at the Evart Township Hall. A potluck luncheon is atnoon. Anyone interested in quilting or learning to quiltis welcome. The group works jointly on personal orcommunity quilts and frequently donates to people ororganizations in need. For more information, call Margieat (231) 734-3857 or Ann at (231) 867-3237.The Big Rapids Dharma Study Group will meet at 7 p.m.at 309 Marion Ave., in Big Rapids. Weekly meetingsinclude discussing various dharma texts, questions andanswers and watching dharma-related videos. The groupis under the direction of Michael and Margaret Erlewine,who have more than 35 years of experience in meditationand 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.Fourth Street Farmers Market is from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.next to Big Rapids Farm & Garden on Fourth Street in BigRapids. Any questions, call (231) 796-6363.Beginner Line Dance Instruction is at 6 p.m. at G.T.Norman Elementary School, 338 W. Lincoln St. in ReedCity. For more information call Sandee Lee at (231) 832-3493.Enhance Fitness is at 10:15 a.m. at the Eagles, 1836116 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at ImmanuelLutheran Church, 726 Fuller Ave. in Big Rapids.

THURSDAY, NOV. 4Alcoholic 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 County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information,call (231) 972-2884.Painting and drawing is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, 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 more information,call (231) 972-2884.Overeaters Anonymous meets at 6:15 p.m. in conferenceroom A, the third room on the right, at Mecosta CountyMedical Center; enter on the corner of Locust Street andWinter Avenue. For more information, call Eric at (866)398-5440.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group meets at noon atSt. 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, in thehospital classroom area. Please use the hospitals mainentrance and stop by the information desk for directions.Signs will direct you to the classroom. Most meetings havean educational speaker; there is no charge. No meeting

scheduled for December or January. For information orto be placed on the mailing list, 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 information callMike at (231) 527-1688 or www.braarc.net.Mecosta County Historical Society meets from 2 to 4 p.m.at the museum, located at 129 S. Stewart Ave. Anyoneinterested in local history is encouraged to stop by!Stroke Support Group of Spectrum Health GerberMemorial meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Tamarac, the Centerfor Health and Well Being, 1401 W. Main St. in Fremont.The topic is acupuncture with Irv Marcus, nationally boardcertified acupuncturist. The support group is open tostroke survivors and their family/friends/caregivers and/oranyone with an interest in CVA/stroke. There is no chargeto attend. Call Julie Allers at (231) 924-3195.The Big Rapids Rock, Gem & Mineral Club meets at 7p.m. in the Geology Lab (room 138), Science Building onthe campu of Ferris State University. Find the ScienceBuilding on the campus map at www.ferris.edu/htmls/ferrisfaq/maps/ and find out more about the club at www.BigRapidsRockClub.com.

FRIDAY, NOV. 5

Enhance Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior 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 Senior Center,12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Euchre is from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Parkview high rise inBig Rapids. For more information, call (231) 796-4993.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group meets at 8 p.m. atSt. 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 come andlearn or share knitting techniques.

Enhance Fitness is at 10:15 a.m. at the Eagles, 18361

16 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Mecosta New Home United Methodist Church will extendits hours for its swiss steak supper. New hours will be from4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner is $9 for adults, $3 for childrenyounger than 12 and preschoolers eat free. Proceeds goto the building fund.

SATURDAY, NOV. 6The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.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 mileswest of Mecosta on M-20. For more information contactJack 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 tours from2 to 4 p.m. every Saturday at the museum, located at 129S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids.The Mecosta County Democratic Party meets at 9 a.m.in the private upstairs room of Peppers Cafe and Delion Michigan Avenue in Big Rapids for great food, coffeeand conversation. For more information, contact PamelaFleming at (231) 796-2893.Fun and fellowship fundraiser from 6 p.m. to midnightat St. Marys Catholic Parish center, 1009 Marion Ave.,Big Rapids. Featured events are a Western-style picnicdinner (buy tickets at the school office or Mr. Karls; costis $20 per person or $40 per couple), live music by ThirdRail, Pigs in the Mud raffle, Barrel of Cheer raffel, ChickenDoo-Doo game, Giving Tree raffle, 50/50, gift baskets,silent auction items and more. For more information,contact Kim Beistle at (231) 598-2059, (231) 591-2224 [email protected]; Jennifer Page at (231) 796-8387; KimBrejcha at (231) 796-6731 or [email protected] Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8 p.m.at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody W.at (231) 796-8371.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 for

food. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St. PaulsCampus Parish, 1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids. Formore information call (800) 230-4085.The Second Annual Veterans Tribute is from 10 a.m.to 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Genealogical Societyoffice, 424 N. Fourth Ave. (next to Recycle!) in BigRapids. Several veterans will be displaying their medals,photos and other historical military items. The public iswelcome to attend the event. The office also will be openfor research from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and there will be ahuge used book sale. For inquiries or to display, contactMaureen Nelson at (231) 250-5555. Bring your veteran ormilitary history buff, students encouraged.Friends of the Big Rapids Library general membershipmeeting and Autumn Refresher is from 1 to 3 p.m. at 426S. Michigan Ave. in Big Rapids. with special guests theMecosta County Senior Centers Readers Theater at 2p.m. Refreshments will be served. Open to the public.Morley Stanwood Holiday Bazaar is from 10 a.m. to 3p.m. at the Morley Stanwood High School on NorthlandDrive in Morley. Free to park, and free to get in the door.Lunch is available all day. Proceeds go to the elementaryand middle school parent/teacher organizations.


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EDITORS NOTE: Please check with your club

or organization to be certain of meetings, outings

and classes, as they may be canceled due to bad

weather or other reasons. If any listing is incorrect,

please call (231)832-5566 or (231)745-4635 with

correct information.

DOMESTIC ABUSE NUMBER for anyone being

abused is 1-800-950-5808. There is no excuse for

abuse.

ANGEL ANIMAL RESCUE, Low Cost Services. Call

(231)679-0489 For More Information.

HEARTLAND HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING.

Heartland Hospice of Cadillac is looking for caring

and dedicated people with an interest in serving

terminally ill patients and their families in the Reed

City Area and the outlaying communities. Volunteers

provide services such as friendly visiting, patienttransport/patient outings, errand running, child

care, and clerical services. Volunteer classes are

available to fit each persons schedule. Please call

Paul King at Heartland Hospice at 231-775-6840 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 Potluck and Cards,

12 p.m. (third Saturday of each month).

REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Chicken BBQ (third

Saturday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129 E. Osceola

Ave. For more information, call (231)832-5102.

~NOVEMBER 6

THE LEROY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH at

402 West Gilbert in LeRoy is hosting its annual

Harvest Supper and Fall Bazaar on Saturday,

November 6 from 4p.m. to 7p.m. This is a free-will

offering.

~NOVEMBER 13

BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH ANNUAL BAZAAR,

Saturday, November 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Located on M-46 east of Old 131, Howard City,

Michigan. A few spaces left, call Marge at 231-937-

5500.

OSCEOLA COUNTY FAIRGROUINDS

COMMUNITY DINNER will be held Saturday,

Novmeber 13 at the Osceola County Fairgrounds

Community Building, Evart from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Proceeds to go towards our Premium Fund. Any

questions, please call (231)734-5481 or (231)734-

5144.

EVERGREEN EVANGELICAL COVENANT

CHURCH annual Pulled Pork Hunters Dinner will

be held Saturday, Novmeber 13. Two seatings, 5:30

p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Corner of 56th and Evergreen,

Branch.

SUNDAY

REED CITY VFW Ladies Auxiliary All American

Breakfast (first Sunday of every month), 8a.m-12

noon. 129 East Osceola Avenue.

LAST SUNDAY EVERY MONTH, Breakfast Buffet,

7:30-11 a.m. Evart Moose Lodge, #2452, 8400

U.S.-10.

EVART VFW POST 7979 BREAKFAST 2nd Sundayof every month.

REED CITY MASONIC LODGE will stop serving

their Pancake Breakfast on the third Sunday of each

month until further notice.

EVART UNITED METHODIST YOUTH meet every

Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church on the corner

of First and Cherry St. 4th grade through 12th grade

invited. Join the group for a free meal, games and

fellowship.

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 every month).

T.O.P.S. 1682 MEETING, every Monday at Reed

City St. Paul Lutheran Church, weigh in 5:30p.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 CANCER

SUPPORT GROUP MEETING second Monday of

each month, 7p.m. For more information, call Carol

Ladd (231)734-5305.

EVART MOOSE LODGE NO. 2452 host bingo each

Monday at 8400 U.S. 10. Doors open at 4p.m. Early

bird takes place at 6p.m. with regular regular bingo

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

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Monday

evening at Trinity Lutheran Church on highway

US-10 in Reed City. Weigh in at 5:30 p.m., meetingstarts at 6:00p.m.

THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY PROGRAM

LOOK GOOD...FEEL BETTER. Cancer Support

Group for Women. Sponsored by Paradise Salon

and Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital Cancer

Services. 2nd Monday of every other month at

4:00 p.m. January-March-May-July-September-

November. Hosted by Crossroads Radiation

Therapy Center, 4499 220th Street, Reed City,

Michigan 49677. Interested? Inquire by calling:

Oncology Infusion Services Staff 832-7105,

Crossroads Radiation Center 832-5817 or Paradise

Salon 832-3411.

NATURAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP MEETING,

at the Sears Church of God, corner of Highway 10

and 40th Ave., west entrance. This group meets

the last monday of each month at 6 p.m. to discussnatural health options and specific subjects, CO-OP

information is also available.

~NOVEMBER 8

AN AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE will

be held Monday, November 8 at the Pine River High

School, 17445 Pine River School Road, LeRoy from

8 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.

TUESDAY

LA LECHE LEAGUE BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT

GROUP MEETING, 10a.m. Monthly topics. Open

to all pregnant and nursing mothers. Children

welcome. Downtown Reed City. Contact Sue, LLL

group 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 club house.

SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5-6 p.m. (every Tuesday) 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 to those in

need (second and fourth Tuesday of the month),

5p.m. at Idlewild Seventh Day Adventist Churchs

Community Service.

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOOD

PANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday) 1-4p.m. at

St. Philip Neri Church. Call (231)832-2624 for more

information.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP MEETING,

(second Tuesday of each month), 1p.m. at St.Anns Church Basement in Baldwin. 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, 219 East

Todd Street.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP meets the

second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, 2-4p.m.

The group meets at the Community Mental Health

for Central Michigan in Osceola County located at

4473 220th Ave. in Reed City. For mor information

call (231)832-2247. The group is for individuals

who provide caregiving services for individuals with

Dementia, Alzheimers or other chronic/terminal

medical conditions. There is no charge to participate

and there are no residency restrictions.

GFWC EVART WOMENS CLUB meets 7p.m. the

second Tuesday of the month at St. Paul Lutheran

Church. Open to the public. The May meeting

honors Girl Scouts with a Girl Scouts tea.

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Tuesday

morning at the Assembly of God Church in Big

Rapids. Weigh in at 9:00 a.m. meeting starts at 9:30

a.m.

ALANON MEETING, SUPPORT GROUP for

families and friends of Alcoholics will meet every

Tuesday at St. Phillips Church, Reed City at 8 p.m.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustin on

Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon. Location is at

Boomers Ronevous (formerly the Sportsman Club)

on 213 Nielson St. There is entertainment after

lunch. For information call 231-734-6005.

THE RED HATS, known as the Classy Lassies

in Purple and Red, of Evart, meet every THIRDTuesday evening at 6 p.m. The meeting place is

the Evart Depot. Pink Hatters are welcome too (the

younger ones). Call our Queen, Jan, at 734-5010 or

Vice Queen Linda, at 734-9733 for any information

or questions you may have.

~NOVEMBER 16


be held Tuesday, November 16 at Evart United

Methodist Church, 619 Cherry St., Evart from 12

noon to 5:45 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

ELIJAHS PLACE MEAL, (last Wednesday of each

month), 5-6:30p.m. at Zion-Emanuel Lutheran

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 Summer Story

Hour, 1-2p.m. for children ages 4-8. A parent must

remain in the library during story hour.

SOUTH EVART QUILT CLUB, (first and third

Wednesday 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 PIONEER CLUB,

6p.m. every Wednesday for first through sixth

grades.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY STORY TIME is

every Wednesday from 11:15a.m. until noon.There

will be games, crafts, songs and stories.

BITELY BETTER CONSERVATION CLUB

MEETINGS are held the first Wednesday of each

month (excluding January through March), and the

public is always welcome. The doors open at 5:30

for a pot luck dinner followed by the meeting which

starts at 7:00p.m.

OSCEOLA COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITIES

meeting is the first Wednesday of every month.

Call the hotline for location of the meeting and for

information. (231)832-8453

EVART AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE meets

at 6p.m. the second Wednesday of each month. For

information call 734-9799.

BINGO, EVERY WEDNESDAY, VFW Hall Post

#7979, Evart, license A04340. Early Bird at 6 p.m.

Located at 4681 85th Ave., Evart.

THE BIG RAPIDS MASONIC LODGE meets the

first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the

Big Rapids Masonic Temple on east 19 Mile Road

in Big Rapids.

~NOVEMBER 3

THE NEXT MEETING for the Central Michigan

District Board of Health will be on Wednesday,

November 3. It will be held in the Clare County

Courthouse, located at 225 West Main Street,

Harrison, MI 48625. The meeting will begin at 5 p.m.

~NOVEMBER 10

AARP MEETING will be held Wednesday,

Novmeber 10 at noon at United Methodist Church,

Reed City. This is a potluck. Program: Learning

about your neighbor Yoplait by Jim Repo.

THURSDAY

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOOD

PANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday) 1-4p.m. at

St. Philip Neri Church. Call (231)832-2624 for mor

information.

FATHERS PROGRAM, (third Thursday of each

month), at Baldwin Family Health Care Conference

Room. For more information contact 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 United Methodist

Church.

T.O.P.S. 1390 MEETING, weigh-in 6:10 p.m.,

meeting at 6:35 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church,

Evart, corner of Third and Oak. For mor information,

call Ruth at (231)734-2844 or Terri at (231)734-

5348.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING, 1p.m. atEvart United Methodist Church.

SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5:30-6:30p.m. at Reed City

Church of the Nazarene, 5300 220th Ave., Reed

City.

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

East Todd Street.

REED CITY VFW/AmVet Post 2964/2965

THURSDAY NIGHT BURGER NIGHT, every 4th

thursday of the month.

ALANON MEETING every Thursday night, 7:00p.m.

at Evart Sacred Heart Church.

CHIEF OSCEOLA WOOD CARVERS meet every

Thursday from 7 to 9p.m. in the Evart Depots

community room. There is no charge. For moreinformation, call (231)734-5125 or (231)734-9131

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Thursday

evening at the Assembly of God Church in Big

Rapids. Weighin at 6:00 p.m., meeting starts at 6:30

p.m.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK CLUB meets

every third Thursday of the month.

EVART CAR CLUB meets the second Thursday of

every month at the Evart Moose at 7p.m.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustin on

Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon. Location is at

Boomers Ronevous (formerly the Sportsman Club)

on 213 Nielson St. There is entertainment after

lunch. For information call 231-734-6005.

~NOVEMBER 11


be held Thursday, November 11 at Trinity Lutheran

Church, 19778 US-10, Reed City from 12 noon to

5:45 p.m.

~FRIDAY

REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Fish Fry (first Friday

of every month), 5-7p.m., 129 E. 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 Senior Center, 219

East Todd Street.

EVERY FRIDAY Fish or Shrimp dinner from 5 to

8p.m. Moose Lodge No. 2452 located at 8400US-10 in Evart. For more information call (231)734-

6181

BINGO EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT at LeRoy VFW

Post #10770 on Mackinaw Trail next to Citizens

Bank. Earlybird starts at 6p.m. Concession stand

is open.

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TURNED IN FOR PUBLICATION.

Send all upcoming events no later than Wednesday

Noon to:

The Tri-County

Yvonne Morneau

211 W. Upton, Suit B

Reed City, MI 49677

Phone: (231)832-5566

Fax: (231)832-5558

EVENTS BEGINNING OCTOBER 30, 2010

00358143


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MONDAY,NOVEMBER1,2010TRICOUNTYNEWSSHOPPER 9

Belle OakesRetirement Living

At Belle Oakes, youre not justa tenant, youre family.

Esther Nederhood, RN, Owner

(231)779-4671

Fax: (231)779-4038Between Cadillac & Lake City, MI

Beautiful Belle Oakes Retirement Living is a distinctive and affordable retirement

community. Our mission is to promote & maintain the privacy, dignity, comfort, safety,

and highest level of independence of each resident. Private pay & long term care

insurance are accepted. All suites will include or offer access to the following features:

Three home cooked meals a day plus snacks for regular and special diets

Activities for tenants daily Kitchenette including microwave and refrigerator

Private living area and private bath

Indoor, outdoor, and community activities

On-site beauty and barber shop Cable included in Monthly Rental

Aviary with several varieties of interesting birds & plants

A variety of gathering places to entertain family & friends

Community living room area with fireplace

House keeping and laundry service Emergency call system in every suite

A tenant specialist ready to assist you with meeting your unique needs

Respite available


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10 TRICOUNTYNEWSSHOPPERMONDAY,NOVEMBER1,2010

Not Everyone

Can Be One!We now have openings for selected positions with our com-pany, but not everyone can measure up. There are reasonsour world class customers trust Eagle Xpress with theirLogistics needs. Our employees are some of the best in theindustry. We have headquarters with drivers facilities, a hugeshop and a support staff that will put the tools in your hands

to succeed. We have the highest safety rating that the Dept. ofTransportation issues. Our non stop high rate of growthshows that our can do attitude does make a difference.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Full time entry level person for load planning departmentFull & part time mechanicsPart time local drivers with Class A CDLFull & part time over the road drivers with Class A CDLOwner Operators - Make consistent money

If you are looking for the start of your new career and wouldlike to work with and for the best, try Eagle Xpress.

Eagle Xpress1105 Conrad Industrial Dr., PO Box 50

Ludington MI 49431(231)845-5011

Big RapidsATTENTION

Garage & Yard Sale

Addicts

We got your FIX!Inside sales.

Mon-Fri (9am-5pm)

Sat (10am-2pm)

Sun (11am-3pm)

Taking your

consignments daily-

50/50 pay out monthly!

Visit TREASURE HUNT

CONSIGNMENT

711 MAPLE-Big Rapids

Red Cross Blood Drive

ThursdayNov. 11, 2010

12:00 noon to5:45 pm

Trinity Lutheran Church19778 US-10 Reed City

Positive ID required American Red Crossdonor card or photo ID showing date of birth

FALL COMBOTri-County Shopper River Valley Shopper

Pioneer East Shopper Mondays Pioneer

Reach Over 60,000 Homes!15 Words ~ $32.35

Additional words 35 each per week.

Call or Go Online(231)592-8348

www.pioneergroup.com

030 Special Notices

CONCEALED WEAPONS

CLASS: Nov 7th, 8:30am-

4:30pm, Newaygo County

Sportsman Club. Also,

Concealed Pistols License

Renewal Class. To register,

(231)652-7001

030 Special Notices

Tri-County

ClassifiedsBaldwin, Big Rapids

Evart, Reed City

Rodney Area

(231)592-8348

Deadline:

Thursday, 12noon

Email:classified@

pioneergroup.com

Go Online:www.pioneergroup.com

The Pere Marquette Snowmobile Club is now taking bids

for snow plowing from December 1, 2010 to March 31,

2011 for the White Pine Trail Staging Areas in Cedar

Springs, Big Rapids and Reed City. Also need Port-a-Jon

rental bids for the staging area in Cedar Springs and Reed

City areas.

Please send bids to: Pere Marquette Snowmobile Club

PO Box 1153, Evart, MI 49631

For more information or questions, please call

Dar at 989-506-7768

NOWTAKING

BIDS

Festival of LightsChristmas ParadeDowntown Business Association of Big Rapids is Pleased to Announce

2010 Holiday Parade and Tree LightingSaturday, November 20, 2010

Lineup starts at 4:00pm. Please be completely set up by 5:50pm. Parade starts

at 6:00pm. There is NO fee to enter the parade! The theme is: Festival of Lights.

Only Christmas music shall be played on floats. Thanks for sending yourentry to the DBA: DOWNTOWN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION, 226 N. MichiganAvenue, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Questions? Call Mark at 231-679-1294

Group or Business Name _______________________________________________________________

Address _____________________________________________________________________________

Phone ______________________________________________________________________________

Email _______________________________________________________________________________

Contact Person _______________________________________________________________________

Estimated length of entry ___________________(Please estimate on the high side. Include float and pulling vehicle.)

Will you be playing music? Yes No

Will there be animals included in your entry? Yes No

How many animals and what kind? ________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

All entries must be lighted!

Retirement Living

Our facilities are designed to provide meals, housekeeping and more!

Our retirement living provides apartment-styleaccommodations where services focus onproviding independence and privacy.The next best thing to home!

Belle OakesRetirement LivingWhere youre not just a tenant...youre family!

Between Cadillac & Lake City, MI 231.779.4671 Fax 231.779.4038


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231.592.0834744 Perry St.Big Rapids

Behind ApplebeesHours: Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-4

231.779.4333844 N. Mitchell

CadillacHours: Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-4

DELLLAPTOPS

Starting at $19.99

per weekFLAT SCREEN TVs

26-50Starting at $8.99

per week

BEDSStarting at $10.99

per weekTwin, Full, Queen, King,

Memory Foam & Pillow Top

VIDEOGAMES

Starting at $9.99per weekPS3, Wii, XBox

WASHERS & DRYERS

Starting at $18.99per weekXL Capacity

Warm Your Home

with Savings!


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13/24


With Falling Prices at Paris Auto Sales

CANT GET HERE DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS? CALL US!

MAKE AN APPOINTMENT CONVENIENT FOR YOU!

BOYD

BROWERSalesManager

FULL SERVICE DEPARTMENTALL PAYMENTS, PRICES PLUS TAX, TITLE & PLATE

OPEN SATURDAYS

UNTIL 3PM!

796-7355&796-060218261

NorthlandDrive

1029

N. StateStreet

4X4, TWO TO CHOOSE FROM, BOTH

$9,995OR$222MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602

2005 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT

HEMI, 4X4, LOADED, ONLY...

$19,995OR$342MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602

2007 DODGE RAM 1500

V6, FRONT WHEEL, 57K, ONLY...

$12,995OR$251MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602

2006 CHEVY EQUINOX LS

4X4, MOONROOF, LEATHER, ONLY...

$13,995OR$270MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602

2006 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT

LS, V8, 4X4, CAR FAX, 1 OWNER, ONLY...

$15,995OR$316MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602

2006 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500

4 CYL. GREAT GAS MILEAGE, ONLY...

$9,995OR$197MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602

2006 PONTIAC G6

4X4, TOW PKG, ONLY...

$6,995OR$193MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602


V6, 4X4, STEPSIDE, ONLY...

$6,995OR$193MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602

2003 CHEVY S-10

V6, LOADED, ONLY...

$9,995OR$193MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602

2006 CHEVY IMPALA LS

4X4, LEATHER, ONLY...

$7,995OR

$220MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602

2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE

4 CYL. AUTO, SHARP, ONLY...

$11,995OR$190MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602

2008 AVENGER

V6, SUPER CLEAN, ONLY...

$4,995OR


2001 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX

4X4, V8, LIKE NEW, ONLY...

$17,995OR$345MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602


V6, 3RD ROW SEATING, ONLY...

$7,995OR


2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA

V6, MOON ROOF, LEATHER, ONLY...

$11,995OR$267MO.CALL BOYD 796-0602

2005 BUICK LACROSSE

3.8 LITER, V6, ONLY...

$2,844PLUSTAXCALL BOYD 796-0602

1997 BUICK LESABRE

08 72 months 4.25%, 06 60 months 5.99%, 07 66 months 4.50%, 05 54 months 8.35%,03 and older 42 months 8.49%. All payments plus tax, title & plate.


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Locally Owned & Operated Since 194818655 Northland Dr., Old U.S. 131, Big Rapids

1-800-348-1367231-796-8681

MICHAELOIL & PROPANE

Great time forfall fills!

Call today andschedule your

delivery!

Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel

Highway, Off Road Diesel, Farm and HeatingGasoline Kerosene Propane Motor Oi lWe Deliver or Haul Your Own!

24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE AVAILABLE!

Competitive Pricing & Prompt Service

*All prices are plus tax, title and doc fee extra. Sale price includes available manufacturer incentives. Some restrictions may apply. We reserve the right to correct any pricing errors. All payments based on eligible incentives with 10% down. Based on financing/leasing through GMAC.

FOX BUICK GMCOnly the Best.

5977 Alpine Ave., at 7 Mile Rd. Comstock Park, MI 49321

(Located on Alpine Ave at 7 Mile)

(616) 784-8400 Toll Free 888-379-7519

www.foxgm.com

FOX BUICK GMCOnly the Best.Fox

Buick

GMC

07 GMC K2500 3/4 4x4Crew Cab, Low Miles.

Only

$

31,933

05 FORD MUSTANGV6, 5 Speed, New Tires, Loaded.

Only

$

9,497

07 CHEVY SILVERADO 4x43/4 Ton, Work Truck, Only 35,000 Mi. Why buy new?

Only

$

22,997

99 FORD RANGER XLTExt. Cab, 2WD.

Only

$

5,997

07 TRAILBLAZER SSCorvette Motor, AWD.

Only

$

19,977

03 GMC YUKON SLT 4x4Leather, 3rd Row Seats.

Only

$

14,497

04 JEEP LIBERTY 4x46 Cyl., Loaded.

Only

$

9,993

09 G-203/4 Ton Cargo Van.

Only

$

16,993

04 CHEVY AVALANCHE Z71Loaded. Just Traded In! Hurry!

Only

$

13,977

07 COLORADO CREW CAB4x4, Loaded.

Only$

16,977

04 GMC 4X4Ext. Cab., Leather, Loaded.

Only$

15,942

07 CHEVY IMPALAWOW! Only 13,000 Miles.

Only

$

14,997

07 GRAND CARAVAN SXTStow & Go Seating.

Only

$

13,977

06 CHEVY EXPRESS VAN12 Passenger, Only 53,000 Miles.

Only

$

16,977

00 PONTIAC GRAND PRIXSE, 4 Dr., V6, Loaded, 1 Owner, Local Trade In.

Only

$4,977

2007 GRAND CARAVANStow & Go, Loaded.

Only$

14,577

Only$

15,997

ManagersSpecial

07 PONTIAC TORRENTAWD, 6 Cyl., Loaded, Only 49,000 Mi.

Only

$

17,997

99GMC SUBURBAN SLT4x4, 3rd Seat, Leather, Loaded.

Only

$6,977

02 CHEVY K2500 4x43/4 Ton, Duramax Diesel, Just Traded In,

New Injectors.

DIESEL

3/4 Ton

November 2

Elect

Rosswell Fulton Jr.Newaygo County Commissioner

District 2Serving Barton, Big Prairie,

Goodwell, Home, Lilley, Monroe,Norwich, and Wilcox Townships.

Paid for by the committee to electRosswell Fulton Jr. CountyCommissioner, District #2,

Rosswell Fulton Jr. Treasurer,13489 N. Spruce, Bitely, MI 49309

600 Commerce Dr., Reed City

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

www.sphomes.net

Sterling, Hart andFairmont Homes

FINANCING

CONSTRUCTIONSEE US TODAY!

Display HomesOpen

7 Days a Week!

WE SELL MODULAR HOMES

Ranch Chalet2 Story Cape Cod

Fully Drywalled

We Pay YourSales Tax!

10 NewHomes

OnDisplay

04 CHEVY AVEO LS4 dr., 4 cyl., 1.6L, auto., FWD, air, PS,

PW, PDL, tilt, CD, steel wheels. KBB $6,225.

YOUR PRICE$5,995

05 TOWN & COUNTRY3.3L V6, PW, PL, tilt, cruise,Captain chairs. KBB $6,450.

YOUR PRICE$5,494

96 MERCEDES BENZC-Class C280, 2.8L 6 cyl., auto., AC,

leather, loaded, very clean.

$5,995

00 GRAND CHEROKEELaredo. 4.0L 6 cyl., auto., 4x4, leather, moon roof,PW, PL, tilt, cruise, CD, PS, loaded. KBB $6,285.

YOUR PRICE$5,495

02 FORD EXPLORER 4X44.0L V6, PW, PL, tilt, cruise, CD, AC.

KBB $7,325.

YOUR PRICE$6,495

04 DODGE DURANGOSLT, 4 dr., 4x4, 4.7L V8, leather, 3rd

row seating. KBB $11,230.

YOUR PRICE$7,450

01 PLYMOUTH NEON4 dr., 2.0L, auto., FWD, AC, power

steering, tilt wheel. KBB $4,760

YOUR PRICE$3,450

00 KIA SPORTAGE 4X44 cyl., auto., AC, PW, PL, tilt, cruise,roof rack, alloy wheels. KBB $5,430.

YOUR PRICE$3,495

KELLER NORTH COUNTRY MOTORSSales Service Quick Lube

KELLER NORTH COUNTRY MOTORSNOW LOCATEDON M-82 HOWARD CITY

Visit us on the web at

www.kellernorthcountrymotors.com

DALE LONGCORESales Manager

Mon. & Wed. 8 am - 7 pm;Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 8 am - 6 pm;

Sat. 10 am - 2 pm

(231) 937-5173OR1-877-937-5173Tax, title, license, DOC, down. Payments on best terms available. WAC. *Call dealer for details.

ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

FULLY CERTIFIED MECHANIC ON STAFF AT ALL TIMES FREE LOANER CARW/APPT.

01 CHEVY CAVALIER4 dr., 4 cyl., 2.2L, auto., AC, Tilt, CD,

ABS. Great MPG! KBB $4,320.

YOUR PRICE$3,250

BUY HERE,PAY HERE

AVAILABLE

COUPON

COUPON

$5495Winter Coolant

Flush

Most makes

& models

$1999ALL DAY EVERY DAY

Full Service OIL CHANGE

Most makes

& models

Have you been out of

church for a long time?

Do you feel you would

not be welcome in a

church? There is a

place for you at First

Baptist church

200 S. Stewart Ave.

Big Rapids.

Join us for Back To

Sunday October 31.

Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Worshi 11:00 a.m.


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MONDAY,NOVEMBER1,2010TRICOUNTYNEWSSHOPPER 1032 Public Notices

Request for BidsGREEN CHARTER TOWNSHIPwill be

accepting bids for the 2010-2011 snow

plowing of the township hall parking lot and

sidewalks (2). You may get the specific

bid sheet criteria and requirements on the

township website or pick one up at the

township hall. All bids must be received

by 4:00 p.m. on December 14, 2010.

Bids will be opened at the Township

board meeting that evening.

Contact: Janet Clark, Clerk21431 Northland Drive

Paris MI 49338

231-796-6201

website- greentownship.org

email- [email protected]

Real Estate & Public AuctionSaturday Nov. 13, 2010 @10am

8733 E. Kinney Rd. Walhalla, MI 49402

The Real Estate features a charming ranch style home

with 3 bdrm, 1 bath on 3 acres m/l close to state land.

Perfect for hunting cabin.

For more information contact

Kurt Lowdermilk @ 231-349-9038 or 231-924-9800

or Nick Beyer @ 231-854-1187 or 231-750 2223.

Beyer Auction/RE/MAX ConnectionFremont Auction Division

108 S. Stewart Fremont, MI 49412

beyerauction.com

Forward Realty, Inc.

105 Linden StBig Rapids, MI(231) 796-4808

www.century21forwardrealty.com

Great location on Cozey Curves.How about a sporting goods storein the retail building. Then rent thelarge buildings for RVs and boatsetc. Plus over 8 acres to expand. Thiscould be an ideal business for you.10017864

Nice wooded acre lot in Swissalpine. Well and septic alreadyinstalled. 4 pad for mobile alreadythere. Access to Alpine and Swisslakes. 10013926

2 story5 bedroom/2 bath shell with2 acres. Needs to be finished inside.Has partial basement in walkout.$44,900 10002094

4 bedroom, 2 bath home on 10acres. Private setting, large pond,3 car garage with heated workshoparea. New roof, windows, patio door.Open floor plan. $119,900 2946829

Newer 3 bedroom, 2 bath custom built home on wooded lot just 5minutes from Big Rapids. Qualitythroughout. 2946712

Harrys Satellite& Antenna Sales & Service

18722 16 Mile Rd. Chippewa Lake Rd. Big Rapids, MI

(231)796-7611

Established 1962

Since 1988

2009 Dodge Journey

AWD, auto., A/C, third row seat.

$14,995

2007 Dodge Ram 2500

4x4, Hemi, auto.

$18,995

2009 Chevy Impala LT

V6, auto., loaded, 54,000 miles.

$12,995

2003 Pont. Grand Am GT

V6, auto,. loaded.

$7,995

M-57 to N. M-91/Main St., North 2.5 miles.Corner of Peck Rd. & M-91 GREENVILLE, MI

COMPLETE INVENTORY AT: www.RandyMerrenAuto.com

616-754-6800*Payments based on tax, title, plate, DOC, down payment

2009 Ford Fusion

Leather, auto., loaded.

$13,995

2003 Ford F150 XLT 4x4

Super Crew, V8, loaded.

$12,995

2006 Chrysler 300

Touring, V6, auto. Sharp car!

$11,995

2002 Chevy Tracker LT

4x4, V6, leather, loaded, local trade.

$3,995

2003 Honda Pilot AWD

V6, third row seat, loaded.

$10,995

2008 Jeep Liberty 4x4

V6, auto., loaded.

$12,995

2007 GMC Acadia

AWD, V6, auto., loaded, 3rd seat.$17,995

2007 Jeep Commander

4x4, auto., loaded, 3rd seat.$12,995

2006 Silverado LS 4x4

Crew Cab, V8, auto.

$13,995

2008 Ford Taurus X

AWD, V6, auto., 3rd seat.

$13,995

2008 Buick LaCrosse

V6, auto., loaded, pwr. moonroof.

$12,995

2006 Ford Econoline

E350, XLT, V8, 15 passenger.

$12,995

ExpeditionModel #4403U

986 Sq. Ft.3 Bedroom, 2 Bath

Display Only $33,900Plus 6% Tax & Title

LattimoresMobile Home Sales & Service

Price includes delivery within 50 mile radius and set-up on slab or pier foundation.Between Chippewa Lake & Rodney, Take M-20 to Rodney, Follow the Signs & US10, Evart.

231-867-3238 www.lattimores.com

Adventure Homes offers a wideselection of floor plans sure to meetyour needs with a variety of optionalfinishes and designs that will truly

make this your home.

These homes are designed with todaysfamily in mind. Our spacious floor plans

and residential flat ceilings allow foropen and airy kitchens with ample light.

Save on the

2010AdventureExpedition

400

268

OnDisplayat Evart

Lot

18 colors available in #1 metal cut to your length.

We also stock trim & accessories.Check our prices before you buy.We will save you money!

POLE BARN METALROOFING & SIDING

Metal Roofs for

your residence

qualify for the

Energy Star

Tax Credit!


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FIERCE ATTITUDE

M/T

As Low As

$14 999Sale Price

MadeIn

U.S.A.

TRUCK & SUVGREAT

TRACTION

LT265/75R16 E RWL ......$16999

LT285/75R16 E RWL ......$17999

LT265/70R17 E BSL ..........$17999

LT285/70R17 D.....................$19999

LT275/70R18 E BSL ..........$20999

LT285/65R18 E......................$21999

11 SIZES AVAILABLE

SAVE

GINGRICH TIRE CENTERSERVING THE AREA FOR 83 YEARS M-66 at M-20, Remus, MI 49340 989-967-3541No Interest if Paid in full within 6 Months with Goodyear Credit Card. Ask for Details!

EXPLORER ALL SEASON

P175/65R14 ..........$4999P185/65R14 ..........$5499P185/70R14 ..........$5499

P195/60R15 ..........$

5999

P215/60R15 ..........$6699P215/70R15 ..........$6699P215/60R16 ..........$6999P225/60R16 ..........$6999A Good Deal On A Great Tire

KELLY TIREBATTERY SALEAC DELCO

PROFESSIONAL

$

8999

78 - 7 Year

65 - 7 Year

78 DT - 7 Year50 Month Free Replacement

84 Month WarrantyPrices Valid thru 11/6/10

w/Exchange

SPECIAL BUY

INTEGRITYP215/70R15 BSL

$6499P225/60R16 BSL

$

7999

While 60 Last

50,000 Mile

Warranty

50,000 MileWarranty

WRANGLERAT-S

P265/70R17OWL or BSL

$13999SPECIAL BUY

WRANGLERP. METRIC

P235/75R15 OWLThe Original Wrangler is Back

$7999While 40 Last

LIGHT TRUCK

TREX31-1050R15........$11999P245/70R16 .......$10999P265/70R16 .......$10999P245/70R17 .......$11999LT265/70R17 E ...$14999LT235/85R16 ......$11999

SP -60GREAT IN RAIN!

P195/65R15 ..................$7999

P205/65R15 ..................$7999

P205/70R15 ..................$7999

P215/70R15 ..................$7999

P215/60R16 ..................$8999

P225/60R16 ..................$9499

P205/55R16 ..................$9999

65,000 Mile Warranty

ASSURANCE

Fuel MaxAs Low As

$8999Sale Price

MadeIn

U.S.A.

CAR AND

MINI VAN

6 5 0 0 01MILE TREAD LIFE

LIMITED WARRANTY*

P185/65R14

P195/65R15.........................$9399

P205/65R15.........................$9499

P205/60R16...............$10999

P215/65R16...............$10999

P225/60R16...............$11999

P215/65R17...............$11999

P225/65R17...............$12999

P225/50R17...............$14999

36 SIZES AVAILABLE CALL FOR YOUR SIZE

ASSURANCE

ComforTred/TouringAs Low As

$6999Sale Price

MadeIn

U.S.A.

CAR AND

MINI VAN


LIMITED WARRANTY*

P205/75R14 BSL

34 SIZES AVAILABLE ASK FOR YOUR PRICE

EAGLELS-2As Low As

$6999Sale Price

MadeIn

U.S.A.

PERFORMANCE5 0 0 0 0

1MILE TREAD LIFE

LIMITED WARRANTY*

P225/55R17...............$11999

P225/50R18...............$11999

P225/60R16...............$10999

P275/55R20...............$13999

28 SIZES AVAILABLE

WRANGLER SR-A

As Low As

$8999Sale Price

MadeIn

U.S.A.

TRUCK & SUV


LIMITED WARRANTY*

P235/75R15.........................$9999

P265/75R15...............$12999

P245/70R16...............$14499

P245/65R17...............$16999

P265/75R16...............$13999

P265/70R16...............$14999

P265/70R17...............$16999

P275/65R18...............$14999

26 SIZES AVAILABLE

FIERCE

INSTINCT

VRAs Low As

$7895Sale Price

MadeIn

U.S.A.

PERFORMANCE

P195/55R15 BSL

P205/50R16.........................$8999

P205/55R16.........................$7999

P225/55R16.........................$9999

P215/50R17.........................$9999

P225/55R17...............$10999

10 SIZES AVAILABLE

1Mile Tread Life Limited Warranty may vary by size or speed rating of tire. See store for complete details on warranties, other sizes and prices available.

TIRES ON SALE OCTOBER 1THROUGH NOVEMBER 6, 2010

SAVE

SAVE SAVE

SAVE SAVE

P195/65R15P215/65R17

P215/70R15...............$10999

P215/60R16...............$12999

P205/55R16...............$12999

P225/60R17...............$15999

P215/65R17...............$12999

P235/65R18...............$14999

P235/55R18...............$14999

P225/60R18...............$16999


LIMITED WARRANTY*

BW E

LT245/75R16

WRANGLERRT-S

P255/70R16 OWL SL

$11999P235/75R15

$8999SPECIAL BUY

SET OF 4

$40OR$80Mail-inRebate3

With yourGoodyear Credit Card3

SET OF 4



SET OF 4



SET OF 4



SET OF 4



SET OF 4



HURRY IN!SALE ENDS11/6/10.


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2980 W. US 10 Baldwin

231-745-7760Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m-5 p.m.

Sat. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

OIL CHANGEWith the purchase of

4 NEW TIRES

$19955 Qt.

We Want YOU As Our Customer!

Not valid withany other offers.

OIL CHANGESPremium $2995

Not valid with any other offers

5 Qt.

$3495Not valid with any other offers

5 Qt.

$4995Not valid with any other offers

5 Qt.

Come see why we were voted your favorite!

BaldwinCarCareClinicWant better

fuel economy?Ask us how.

Our Work Is Done Right The First Time!

Standard Transmission Flush$12995

Fuel System Service$9995Transmission Flushes &Fuel System ServicesUp to $4,000 warranty

Ask for details.

Corner of Astor & US 10(Not to be confused with

North End Auto)

Cold WeatherIs ComingAre you and your car ready?

TIRE SALE

Unbelievable Pricing!

Pioneer Group Publications

Special Holiday Editions

Contact your local salesperson today to advertise

Buy into Two Sections and Receive 15% Off the Second Section

Letters To Santa...Area 3rd graders will wr ite

Letters to Santa.

Letters must be writ ten in

Black ink or marker.

Deadline: Dec. 1Pubs Pioneer: Dec. 16Pubs Osceola: Dec. 15

Family HolidayBook

Kids Activities, Recipies,

Christmas SongsFull Page: $300 Banner: $100Business Card: $55 1/3 Banner: $40

Deadline: Dec. 1Pubs: Dec. 13

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Dawn Brock(Osceola, Reed City)................................... 231-592-8368Katie Grossmeyer(Pioneer, Big Rapids) ...................... 231-592-8385Danette Doyle(Pioneer East) ....................................... 231-592-8366Deb Romanowski (Baldwin, Lake County Star) ............ 231-592-8383

John Allshouse(Big Rapids, Ri ver Valley) ..................... 231-592-8397Becky Doyle or Millianne Lewis (River Valley)... 231-937-4740Pioneer Salespersons:


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00358147

114S.MichiganAve.DowntownBigRapids231.796.7743

TURNYOUROLDGOLD&DIAMONDSINTOCASHORTRADEIN&TRADEUPATHUGESAVINGS!

www.RogersJewelersMi.com

FullServicefrontendalignment

$2995CheckOutOurTirePrices!

Buy4newtires/getfreefrontendalignment

CarsBikesBoatsSnowmobilesWedoitALL!

7505N.Woodbridge(M-37)Brohman,MI49312231-689-1100Mon.-Fri.8am-6pm

7910FederalRoad,How

ardCity

231-937-4206

OpenMon.-Fri.9am-6

pm

Sat.9am-4pm

Comeseeusandletus

helpyoutocreate

ahomeasindividual

asyouare!

TheAbbey

Decorat

ing

Dept.

www.howardcity.abbe

ycarpet.com

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Tom&Chris

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$21.00Per

Week

6WeeksMinimum

,Call

231-592-8365

Paris Heating & RepairHome of the Hardy Heater Outdoor Wood Boiler

STOP INAND CHECKOUTOURNEWNATURESCOMFORTOUTDOORWOOD BOILER(PICTURED)!

Paris Heating & RepairCall Anytime! (231) 349-6057 (231) 592-3155

Specializing in ALL Outdoor Wood Boiler RepairService & Repair for Gas Furnaces and Installation of

Small Gas Appliances.

24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE

*Financing Available.

LakeviewDentalAssoc

iates,PC

FamilyDentistry

Callforanappointment!

924S.Lincoln,Lakeview

989-352-7294

NowAcceptingNewPat

ients

WilliamJ.Winget,DDS

JeremyJ.Thietten,D

DS

8FtLengthSeasonedH

ardwood

10CordLoadfor$850

Cut&SplitWoodAvail

able

DOYLEFORESTPRODUC

TS

BuyerofStanding

TimberSince1957

1-800-968-5586or231-250-5557

NEWHORIZONLANDSC

APE

LANDSCAPE

&IRRIGATIONCONTRA

CTORS

15433220thAven

ue

BigRapids,MI49

307

(231)796-0925

TurfGrassAeration&OverSeeding

Trim&ShapeTreesandShrubs

LateSeasonTurfFertilization

FallLeafCleanup

www.nhlscape.co

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FIREWOODPROCESSING

8 Foot Length or

Cut, Split & Delivered to your Home

Jim Harter(231) 349-6734(231) 796-7998

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DavidW.Conley

13295Arth

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Rodney,M

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Bus:231-9

72-5553

Fax:231-9

72-5552

Cell:23

1-629-7107

FreeQuote

s

Comfort TempHeating & Cooling

Furnace Special!

231-912-9766

aslowas

$1,250Installed*

*After Tax Credit& Rebates.

Ends 12/30/10.

American Metal & Rubber Roofing

ALL WORK GUARANTEED!231-357-8315 10042 Alpine Dr, Reed City

Dont put off your roofing project, call andschedule an appointment today for repairs,

maintenance or installation of your commercial

or residential roofing needs!


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6WeeksMinimum

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$80-$90perco

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Leavename&number

231-796-8626

548S.StateSt.

,BigRapids

(NexttoMancin

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OpenMon-F

ri9am-5pm&

Saturday9am-3

pm

WelcomeTracy

Wagenborg&

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$5.00OffanyC

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15%SeniorCit

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$10HairCuts

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Walk-InsWelco

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00358144

BuyingGoldandSilver!VintageWatches&Collectibles.CALLFORAPRICETODAY!

(231)796-0554719WESTAVENUEBIGRAPIDSMon-Fri9am-5:30pm,Saturday9am-2pm

Mon 9am-7pmTues-Fri 9am-5pm

Sat 9am-4pm

Please Call Us For All Of Your Heating,Cooling And Fireplace Needs!

Services We Provide And Products We Sell: Pellet Stoves, Corn Stoves, Wood Stoves and Gas Stoves 98% 65 Stage Furnaces, 2-Stage Heat Pumps, Air Conditioners

Modulating Boilers, Duct Cleaning, Gas & Wood Fireplaces & Inserts

Fullmer & Sons Heating, Cooling and FireplacesSince 1971

Fully Licensed& Insured 796-340320928 18 Mile Rd., Big RapidsNorth of the Airport$18900 A TON FOR PELLETS PELLET STOVES STARTING AT $1,499

For More Information and to

Advertise Here:

Call Dawn at 832-5566, Katie at 592-8358,Danette at 592-8366, John Allshouse at

592-8397 or Deb at 592-8383!THE

PIONEERGROUP

23717 W. 4 Mile Rd. Reed City, MI 49677

PETES

DEER PROCESSING

SmokingDeer ProcessingAll Types of Special Sausages

Deer Sausages & Brats Made to Order

231-832-4386

Take Back Control of Your Energy Costs!

231-823-2105

Windows Siding Doors

Insulation Remodeling Garages

Pole Barns Decks Additions

New Construction

Visit us on the web at:www.futurehomeimprovement.com

9346 Northland Dr., Stanwood

Licensed & Insured!

592-1204

M-F8am-5

:30pm

Sat8am-No

on

1204N.Sta

teSt.

BigRapids

BrianHa

tchew

Owner

Tune-Ups,Sta

rters,WheelBe

arings,

CVJoints,

Shocks/Struts

ForMoreInforma

tionandto

AdvertiseHere:

CallDawnat832-5566,K

atieat592-8358,

Danetteat592-8366,John

Allshouseat

592-8397orDebat592-8

383!

THE

PIONEERGROUP


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Christmas TreeDirectoryAre You Selling

Christmas TreesWreaths & Garlands?

Call Kelly To PlaceYour Ad In TheChristmas Tree

Directory

231-592-834830 words or less $10.00

032 Public Notices

LAWN CARE

QUOTES WANTED

Crossroads Charter Academy is accept-ing quotes for 2011 & 2012 lawn care.Quote sheets are available in the Busi-ness Office at 215 N. State Street, BigRapids, MI or by calling 796-6141, exten-sion 359. Quote deadline 12:00 pm(noon), Wednesday, November 3, 2010.

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