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HIDDEN TREASURES

New Beginnings

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coordinating the 7th

annual Harbor Springs

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be taking place on Friday, July

20th and Saturday, July 21st,

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20/20 PROJECT

Thursday, July 5, 2012

& More!

NewBeginnings

Thrift Shop

By Jim Akans

Its a celebration of music, culture, art

and community, and for the 32nd year,

the annual Blissfest Music Festival is get-

ting tuned up and ready to present an

amazing array of musical performers onthree stages starting on Friday, July 13th,

and continuing through Sunday, July

15th. The event takes place at the 120-

acre Blissfest Festival Farm, located

about five miles outside of historic Cross

Village and north of Harbor Springs.

While there are over 90 talented acts

scheduled for this years event showcas-

ing virtually every type of musical genre,

Blissfest is much more than three days

filled with incredible sounds. It is a

gathering of families, friends and music

lovers of every age who

may camp out, attend

a huge variety of work-

shops, peruse the fasci-

nating wares at the 60-

plus craft, healing arts

and service booths,

treat the kids to a huge

variety of organized

kids activities, enjoy

fabulous food cooked

up at the 18 food

booths on the grounds,

and can even enjoy a

lighthearted round ofFrisbee golf. For

attendees who may

want to check out

nearby Cross Village

and the Lake Michigan

shoreline, the festival

has a bus to shuttle

folks out to the lake

and back.

STORY

PAGE 12

By Jim Akans

Approximately 100 communi-

ty leaders and businesspeople

gathered at the Gaylord

University Center last

Wednesday evening, June 27th,

to review possible lane configu-

ration options for a Gaylord

Downtown Renaissance Main

Street concept that is being pro-

posed. Attendees chatted withrepresentatives from the

Downtown Renaissance com-

mittee, MDOT and C2AE; the

engineering firm working on

several conceptual designs for

the proposed Main Street lane

configurations.

At the heart of the concept to

establish a plan for a Gaylord

Downtown Renaissance is a

desire to refocus on and pro-

mote the downtown business

district, reduce traffic speed and

volume, attract regional shop-

pers to the area and stimulate

economic growth. Beyond the

initial downtown lane reconfigu-

ration, a broader view of the

Renaissance project encompass-

es increasing amenities and

enhancing existing amenities

and events to draw people to thedowntown area. The 18 member

Downtown Renaissance com-

mittee is comprised of represen-

tatives from the DDA, City of

Inside...

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STORY

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Gaylord City Manager Joe Duff addresses questions from

attendees at the Gaylord Downtown Renaissance Open

House held at the Gaylord University Center Gaylord last

Wednesday evening, June 27th.

SEE OPEN HOUSE PAGE 4A

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It has been a political, moral and philo-

sophical dividing line since Congress first

passed the Patient Protection and

Affordable Care Act (H.R. 3590) back in

December of 2009. Proponents claim ACA

will increase consumer choices for afford-

able health care, stimulate insurance

competition, provide more transparency

and efficiency for health benefit plans,

and allow virtually every American access

to affordable health care. Skeptics feel

that provisions of the act will decrease the

quality of health care coverage, increase

costs to the consumer, and that coverage

mandates as well as the bills requirement

that every American purchase health care

or face a tax penalty is an invasion of citi-

zen, employer and religious rights.

ACA is certain to be a major political

issue in the upcoming November election,

but with the U.S. Supreme Court decision

released on June 28th upholding the law

thus far, ACAs provisions remain on

schedule for rollout over the next couple

of years. Heres a look at whats ahead:

2013

- New funding to state Medicaid pro-

grams that choose to cover preventative

service for patients at little or no cost

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Page 2 Choice Publications ... The Best Choice! July 5, 2012

Bestselling and award-winning author Steve Hamilton will

visit Saturn Booksellers in downtown Gaylord on Friday, July

6th from 11:30-1:30 to visit with fans and sign copies of his

latest Alex McKnight mystery, Die A Stranger. This will be a

sit n-sign event, and readers can stop in anytime during

the appearance to meet the author.

Steve is a hugely popular

writer among Saturn cus-

tomers, and has been since

his very first book, A Cold

Day in Paradise, debuted

many years ago, says Saturn

Booksellers owner Jill Miner.

Hes been here to sign for

almost every one of his

books the eight previous

Alex McKnight mysteries

that take place in the U.P.

and his two stand-alone nov-

els.

We had standing room only last summer when Steve was

here to read from and sign Misery Bay, so I anticipate a long

line to see him this year. Come early!In Die A Stranger, a plane lands on a deserted Upper

Peninsula airstrip late at

night, and the following

morning five dead bodies are

found and Alexs friend

Vinnie LeBlanc is missing.

What follows is classic

Hamilton suspense in a very familiar setting.

Hamilton, who is on tour from his home in upstate New

York where he works for IBM and lives with his wife and two

children, was born and raised in Detroit and attended U of

M, where he won the prestigious Hopwood Award for fiction.

The awards were far from over. His first mystery, A Cold

Day in Paradise, won the Private Eye Writers of America/St.

Martins Press Award for Best First Mystery by an

Unpublished Writer. Once published, it went on to win the

MWA Edgar and the PWA Shamus Awards for Best First

Novel, and was short listed for the Anthony and Barry

Awards. His novel The Lock

Artist won the 2011 Edgar

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Die A Stranger publishes

July 3rd, just three days

before Hamiltons stop in

Gaylord. Pre-orders are

being accepted at the book-

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By Jim Akans

From jazz, country, contemporary and classic

pop, the sounds of the 50s, to full scale music and

dance variety acts, the musical entertainment set

to grace the stage at this years Alpenfest 48 is cer-

tain to present something for every musical taste

to enjoy. The fun is just a few weeks away, as

Alpenfest 48 is ready to transform downtown

Gaylord into an Alpine Village celebration once

again from July 17th through July 21st.

While every day during Alpenfest begins with

music, as the chimes at the courthouse ring

through the morning air at 8:30 am, the first offi-

cial musical note of Alpenfest takes place at 5 pm

on Tuesday afternoon, July 17th, as the Alphorn

salute signals the start of the Sechselauten

Celebration. Alpenfest 47 Queen, Stephanie

LaRouche, will then take to the Alpenstage to kick

off the always-exciting Alpenfest Queens Pageant.

National and regional headliners set for this

years Alpenfest 48 Alpenstage includes the return

of the Young Americans, an extremely talented

singing, dancing and musical troupe that will per-

form on Wednesday, July 18th at noon, and back

by popular demand; the internationally renown

Endless Summer group will then step on the

Alpenstage at 8 pm offering a high energy mix of

1950s to 1980s era music. Thursday, July 19th

Alpenstage main act will be Confederate Railroad,

bringing an exceptional mix of country music

straight from Nashville ranging from rockin and

rowdy to gorgeous inspirational tunes. Friday,

July 20ths headliner will be The Paul Keller Jazz

Band, presenting sets sure to please the ears ofdiscerning fans of jazz music as well as those

looking to discover this fa scinating musical genre.

Saturdays grand finale musical event on the

Alpenstage will thrill classic rock and pop fans,

and win over the hearts of those not already famil-

iar with the legendary music of the Beatles. The

Return, a Beatles tribute band will step out on the

Alpenstage for a really big show that will includ-

ed songs from the early days of the Beatles right

through the bands more sophisticated style from

their later period. Its a concert event not to be

missed.

Along with these high profile musical acts com-

ing to Alpenfest 48 in a couple of weeks, there will

also be many local performers under the down-

town pavilion throughout the week. Those will

include Gaylords own folk singer extraordinaire;Mary Madagame, easy listening duo; The

Nightshades, Gaylords always exceptional

Community Band and Youth Orchestra, the Alpine

Kitchen Band, classic rock and originals by

Stormfront, and of course the Alpenfest Idol try-

outs and finale, which just may unveil a rising

national star who will return to the Alpenstage in

the future.

Its all fun, its all free, and its all waiting for you

at Alpenfest 48!

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Is it the Fab Four? Well, its pretty close - as The Return, a Beatles tributeband will take the Alpenstage for a really big show on Saturday evening, July

21st, for what is certain to be a memorable close to Alpenfest 48.

On Thursday, July 19th the Alpenstage mainact will be Confederate Railroad, bringing an

exceptional mix of country music straight fromNashville ranging from rockin and rowdy to

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Health Care Act Continued...

Blissfest Continued...

- The establishment of a national pilot

program designed to encourage hospitals,

doctors and other providers to work together

to improve the coordination and quality of

patient care.

- A requirement for states to pay primary

care physicians 100-percent of Medicarepayment rates for 2013 and 2014 primary

care services. The increase is to be fully

funded by the f ederal government.

- States will receive two additional years of

funding for continuing coverage for children

not eligible for Medicaid.

2014

- New consumer protections to go into

effect including prohibiting coverage dis-

crimination based on pre-existing condi-

tions or gender, eliminating annual dollar

limits on the amount of coverage an individ-

ual may receive, and ensuring coverage con-

tinues for individuals choosing to participate

in clinical tests.

- The introduction of tax credits for peoplepurchasing health care insurance that have

incomes between 100-percent and 400-per-

cent of established poverty levels.

- The establishment of Affordable

Insurance Exchanges, where individuals and

small businesses can purchase coverage if

their employer does not offer an insurance

plan. Exchanges will be set up to offer achoice of plans that meet required benefit

and cost standards.

- An increase in the tax credit amount for

qualified small businesses and non-profits

that provide health insurance for employees.

- Increased access to Medicaid for individ-

uals earning less than 133-percent of poverty

level. States to receive 100-percent federal

funding in the first three years to support

this provision, and 90-percent federal fund-

ing thereafter. The U.S. Supreme Courts

recent ruling stated that states that do not

choose to participate in this expansion of eli-

gibility for Medicaid will not have to sacrifice

existing Medicaid funding.

- The provision that requires individuals to

obtain basic health care insurance coverageor pay a penalty also goes into effect. If cov-

erage is not available to an individual, or

they cannot afford it, they may be eligible for

an exemption. Penalty levels will be $95 for

2014, $325 for 2015 and $695 for 2016 as a

flat fee or 1-percent of taxable income in

2014, 2-percent in 2015, and 2.5-percent in

2016. After 2016, the penalty will beincreased annually by the cost-of-living

adjustment.

- A requirement that employers with 50 or

more full-time employees provide health

care insurance coverage for their employees

or face a penalty.

- Workers who cannot afford coverage pro-

vided by their employer may utilize the

funds their employer would have con-

tributed to purchase a more affordable plan

at the new Health Insurance Exchanges.

2015

- A provision will go into effect that will tie

physician payments to the quality of care

they provide.

A recent press release from the Health

Department of Northwest Michigan noted

that approximately 20-percent of the popu-

lation ages 19 through 64 in Antrim,

Charlevoix, Emmet, and Otsego counties is

currently uninsured. Linda Yaroch, Health

Officer for the Health Department of

Northwest Michigan, stated, When the ACAis fully implemented in 2014, these adults

will have health insurance coverage through

both public and private health insurance

expansion.

Yaroch adds that improving access to

health care has been the Health

Departments #1 priority for many years.

Weve seen firsthand what happens to

people who are uninsured, said Bruce

Miller, Executive Director of the Northern

Health Plan. They generally do not receive

preventive care, suffer in silence when they

need treatment, and wait to seek care until

their condition is urgent, often at hospitals

emergency departments. This is expensive in

both financial and human terms.

For additional information about ACA,visit www.healthcare.gov

Open House continued...Gaylord, Otsego County, Chamber of

Commerce and Tourism Bureau, County

Road Commission, Economic Alliance,

MDOT, downtown business owners and

county residents.

The initial stage of the p roposed project

involves presenting alternative lane configu-

rations for M-32 stretching from Oak Street

on the east end to Michigan Avenue to thewest. Funding for the conceptual design

presented at the open house resulted from

$10,000 offered by the University Center

Gaylord that was matched by approximately

$20,000 raised by local contributions. By

designed a series of curb bump-outs, lane

reductions, and strategically placed turn

lanes along the six block route through the

center of Gaylords business district, traffic

speed would be reduced and the width of

pedestrian crossings at key intersections

would also be reduced.

A correlating plan is to channel some of

the existing traffic through downtown

Gaylord to an alternative route along McCoy,

Milbocker and South Townline Roads. Many

improvements have already been made to

these roadways, and the final six mile sec-tions of improvements on McCoy and South

Townline Roads are scheduled for 2013.

The next steps in the Renaissance Project

will focus on obtaining community input

through events such as last Wednesdays

Open House, completion of the conceptual

design and project cost estimates, and secur-

ing funding. The committee hopes to

achieve these objectives by the middle of

2013, with a goal of starting

the project in early 2014 as

long as community support

and funding can be secured.

Music is, however, at the core of the

Blissfest soul. Bringing together some of the

finest regional, national and international

musicians, alongside relatively unknown yet

superb performers to entertain festival

attendees has been founder and organizer

Jim Gillespies goal throughout the events

30-plus year history. That vision is well

intact today.

This years musical lineup features a typi-

cally diverse range of artists, bringing a wide

array of folk, world and roots music and

dance to the Blissfest grounds. Performers

this year includes such well known names as

The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and Arrested

Development, the blues meets reggae

sounds of Corey Harris and The Rasta Blues

Experience, a cross cultural roots experience

from Canadas The Tequila Mockingbird

Orchestra, and the channeling of the country

sounds of Hank Williams (with a bit of a

twist) by New Country Rehaband that

barely scratches the surface.

Attendees will also be treated to the mod-

ern vintage jazz of Miss Tess and The

Talkbacks, Grammy-winning World Celtic

artists Eileen Ivers and Immigrant Soul, and

Music from the Andes by Rukanas.

Blissfest is also a showcase of Michigan

musical talents and among this years per-

formers will be Seth and May, Claudia

Schmidt, Magdalen Fossum, Kirby, John D.

Lamb, Robin Lee Berry, Flight Squadron Yon,

John Driscoll Quartet, the winner of the

Petoskey High School Battle

of the Band; Door Hinge

Tragic, and many more.

Blissfest organizers

observe, You really have to

experience Blissfest to

believe it! Bring the whole

family, come for a day or

spend the entire weekend.

Rustic camping is avail-

able for the weekend with a

Weekend Pass. Ticket infor-

mation, directions to theevent, and a full schedule of

performers and performance

times can be found at

www.blissfest.org.

Blissfest features many Michigan-based acts , including

Seth and May, a duo that has been referred to as The

First Couple of Michigan Folk.

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Although the summer festival, vacation and recreation sea-

son is upon us many Otsego County families continue to

struggle with the basic necessities. To assure the continua-tion of local assistance to those in need, The Salvation Army

is embarking on a Christmas in July Red Kettle Campaign for

one weekend in July.

This years campaign will take place on Friday and

Saturday, July 13th and 14th, at Walmart, Glens Market, and

Kmart in Gaylord. Bell ringers will staff the kettles from noon

until 6:00 p.m. on the selected days.

All funds raised locally in the Christmas in July Red Kettle

Campaign go directly to support the programs and services

The Salvation Army provides in Otsego County. Community

support is critical to assure the continuation of local pro-

grams and services. Last year alone The Salvation Army

invested more than $79,000 to assist 210 local families with

utility and rental payments, clothing, transportation, pre-

scriptions and disaster relief. The demand for services this

year is as great or greater than in 2011.

The Salvation Army is seeking volunteers to ring bells atthe kettles this summer. Interested volunteers can contact

the Gaylord Service Center at 989-731-5959. In addition, the

public can support local Salvation Army initiatives by send-

ing their financial gifts directly to The Salvation Army, 116 E.

Fifth St., Gaylord, MI 49735.

-About The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army, an evangelical part of the universal

Christian church, has been supporting those in need in His

name without discrimination since 1865. Nearly 33 million

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