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Tri-City Times Wednesday, October 18, 2017

LAPEER

ST. CLAIR

MACOMB

143rd Volume - Issue No. 42 www.tricitytimes-online.com

Movin
on up!
Imlay grad lands job as
Communications Intern
Photo by Tom Wearing

for the Executive Office

of Governor Rick Snyder
The road now features a center left turn lane, similar to recent road Chloe Kosinski and
diet upgrades completed on M-53. By Catherine Minolli also president of the Jordan Kennedy, dep-
[email protected] National Honor Society in uty press secretary for

Smooth sailing on M-21

her senior year. the Executive Office of
IMLAY CITY The It also comes as no sur- Governor Rick Snyder
movers and shakers; the prise that the rising star enjoy working togeth-
affluential and influential; was a graduate of the er in Lansing.
the heavy-hitters and the Lapeer County Ed Techs
Road improvement project comes in under budget VIPs. All apt descriptors of award winning Digital
Chloes official duties
the company Chloe Marie Media Arts program.
By Tom Wearing said City Manager Tom than a more recent esti- Kosinskis been keeping Chloe says her new at the Capitol include cre-
[email protected] Youatt, it came in under mate of $294,644. lately. role at the hub of state gov- ating messages to be deliv-
budget. Finishing the project The 2014 Imlay City ernment activity is both ered by the Governor, pre-
IMLAYCITY Youatt noted that the sooner than expected High School graduate challenging and rewarding. paring press releases, writ-
The citys M-21 (Capac project was originally was yet an added bonus, snagged a plum job at the I am constantly sur- ing speeches, blogs, and
Rd.) road resurfacing expected to cost about said Youatt. state capitol as rounded by people who are keeping information up-to-
project from Van Dyke $310,000, with about We anticipated it Communications Intern for very successful, intelligent date and available on social
(M-53) west to Almont half that amount coming would take about three the Executive Office of and hardworking individu- media and websites, and,
Avenue is finished. from a $155,000 grant weeks and it was com- Governor Rick Snyder. als, Chloe says. I am of course, through the print
Also upgraded dur- from the Michigan Dept. pleted in two, said Pretty impressive, eh? continuously striving to be media. And theres more.
ing the project was a of Environmental Youatt. We were also Well, if you know Chloe, the young professional I work with different
300-foot section of Qualitys scrap tire pro- able to extend the resur- you know shes earned woman I aspire to be. I am areas of the mediaevent
Fairgrounds Rd. north of gram. facing by another 400 every inch of that title. so thankful to have the planning, writing, media
Capac Rd. As it turned out, he feet. A natural leader, during support system I do at the relations, and messaging,
Not only was the said the actual cost of Similar to recent all four of her high school Governors office, and to she says.
project completed a week project will be $284,573, years, Chloe was Class have supervisors who see
sooner than expected, or about $10,000 less Smooth page 12-A Council President. She was all the potential I have. Intern page 12-A

Count Day
better than
expected
Almont gains
Tech testing students, others
State, military to utilize
I-69 this week see slight losses
...see pages 5-A By Maria Brown
[email protected]

TRI-CITY AREA Student

numbers continue to fluctuate for
local school districts, but not as
wildly as in the pastthats the
theme from the states fall Count
Day on October 4.
Although some districts saw
their numbers drop, the decline is
Photo by Debra Wegner

Sweet sales small compared to other years. In

most instances, the outgoing gradu-
ating class is larger than the incom-
Local beekeeper featured ing kindergarten class due to
at Eastern Market event declining birth rates.
...see page 15-A
Future firefighter in training The state of Michigan uses the
fall Count Day to calculate 90 per-
cent of a school districts per pupil
Jackson Bennett, 6, drags large teddy bear to safety in final leg of newly created
TRI-CITY childrens obstacle course at the Dryden Fire Hall on Saturday. See page 14-A for
more photos of recent fire prevention events across the Tri-City area.
funding amount. A Count Day in
the spring accounts for the other 10

TIMES Count page 12-A

ONLINE
tricitytimes-online.com Dinner for area veterans on tap
Veterans Esteem Team hosts free
FACEBOOK appreciation event November 4
By Tom Wearing years ago by Dryden High
facebook.com [email protected] School graduates Benjamin
Koning and his sister
/Tricitytimes/ TRI-CITY AREA Abigail Koning.
Local veterans and their Benjamin Koning says
spouses are invited to take the Esteem Team is a stu-
The Tri-City Times part in a free dinner on dent group whose purpose
is printed on Saturday, Nov. 4 hosted by is to promote awareness
recycled paper Lapeer Countys Veterans and appreciation for local
Esteem Team. men and women who have
The 2nd Annual served in the U.S. Armed
Forces.
Photo provided

Appreciation Dinner begins

at 5 p.m. at Almont High The organizations
School, located at 470 inaugural appreciation din-
Howland Rd. ner in 2016 was held at
The Veterans Esteem Volunteers serve homemade food to veterans and their guests at 2016
Team was co-founded two Dinner page 12-A Appreciation Dinner in Dryden.
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SINATRA FOR SWEETEST DAY!

featuring tribute artist Gary Dixon Burt Road culvert project underway
STAR SALUTE show By Maria Brown replaced with a corrugated Transportation and the fed- tained to local traffic includ-
Saturday, October 21 [email protected] steel arch pipe. The work eral government. ing homes and businesses,
Lapeer Area Elks Lodge #2567 will also include widening Burt Road, between during the full road closure.
200 E. Nepessing St., Lapeer MUSSEY TWP. A the gravel road at the cross- Wade and Harvey roads, Local residents and emer-
Doors open 6pm Show 7pm-9pm culvert project, due to begin ing. will be closed to traffic until gency vehicles will have
$20.00 per person - table 8 for $140 today, Oct. 18, will result in The work will be per- the expected completion access to local properties
Email: [email protected] or call a 10 day road closure. formed by road commis- date, October 27. throughout the entire proj-
Gary Dixon (810) 441-9075 According to the St. sion employees at a total Motorists can bypass ect,the commission said
Cash bar and soft drinks available Clair County Road cost of $69,000. The proj- the closure using the desig- in a press release.
Commission, the Burt Road ect is financed by the road nated detour of Harvey to Local residents are
culvert over the Currier authority, Michigan Lewis to Wade Road. encouraged to plan for
County Drain will be Department of Access will be main- delays due to construction.

Piano Lessons at your house! Police and fire briefs...

In this busy world, it is hard to get your child to one more appointment.
Let me bring this training to you! Editors note: The fol-
lowing is a compilation of
Stop sign, Attempted was calling police.
Sgt. Jason Davis
All Ages - All Keyboards Beginners or Advanced
Discounts for Multiple Family Members activity and reports from parked car hit home invasion responded to the home and
area police and fire depart- was not able to locate the
Call Judy Gibson (989) 635-0536 ments. ATTICA TWP. ALMONT
Washington St. resident
A suspect.
Lapeer County Sheriff
Deputy Nick VanDenBerg called 911 on October 13 Car taken
was dispatched to a resi- saying a man was trying to
dence in the 1500 block of break into her home through from dealership
Lake Pleasant Rd. on the back door. She told dis- IMLAY TWP. A car
October 11. patchers the man was wear- dealership in the 800 block
A Lapeer County Road ing a black winter hat and of N. Van Dyke Rd. notified
Commission employee noti- was trying to use keys in the authorities on October 13
STADIUM SEATING fied Central Dispatch that doors lock. that a vehicle had been
they had stopped to repair a She ran out the front taken from their lot. The car
For Showtimes & stop sign that had been run door after shouting that she is a 2009 black Ford Flex.
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Remenap irons out details for Plaid Shirt Night

23rd edition of rally for hunters
returns to Capac on Nov. 2nd
By Tom Wearing the high school to celebrate
[email protected] the arrival of hunting sea-
son.
CAPAC For more Admission to the show
than two decades, Joe is just $5 at the door, a
Remenaps Plaid Shirt price Remenap believes
Night has represented an cannot be matched for its
annual pilgrimage for local value.
deer hunters, and a rite of Where else can you go
passage for youngsters new out and have a great time
to the sport. with friends and family for
A former Capac High just five bucks? Remenap
School principal, Remenap asked.
returns to those hallowed Doors open at 5 p.m.
halls on Thursday, Nov. 2 The doors at the high
for the 2017 version of school will open promptly
Plaid Shirt Night. at 5 p.m.
It was after a long hia- A 7 p.m. program in the
tus, that Remenap decided high school gymnasium
last year to bring Plaid will feature popular out-
Shirt Night back to its orig- doorsman Fred Abbas of
inal location at Capac High A-Way Hunting Products
School. and A-Way Outdoors TV.
The event represented Also taking a turn at
a homecoming for the podium will be John
Remenap who was able to Borkovich, a retired DNR
reacquaint himself with officer and the author of
hundreds of old friends, Wildlife 911.
former students, parents The book features true
and fellow hunters. stories from the Michigan

File photo
Describing the event as conservation field, includ-
a pep rally for deer hunt- ing accounts of poaching,
ers, Remenap encourages illegal fishing and hunting, Attendees check out display at the 2016 Plaid Shirt Night at Capac High School. The event returns
outdoor lovers of all ages as told by the award-win- in 2017 on Thursday, Nov. 2.
and interests to join him at ning Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources officer. went well.
Organizer Vendors offer goods The truth is I just like The Bells is a New
Joe Prior to the guest doing this, Remenap Senior Apartment Com-
Remenap speakers, attendees are admitted. Its a lot of fun munity that offers all
describes invited to peruse the for me and I hope its as the comforts of home
the event 20-plus vendor tables much fun for other people.
where they can purchase Spaces are still open in a quiet hometown
as a pep setting. Our friendly
hunting and outdoor-relat- Remenap said although
rally for ed products, along with about 20 vendors have staff and small town
outdoor other items of interest. already signed up for the PLAN FOR THE atmosphere provide a
lovers. Remenap said last Nov. 2 event, there is still FUTURE. SCHEDULE welcoming environment
years event went well space for a few more. YOUR TOUR TODAY! for ages 55+.
enough that he decided to The vendor spaces are
try it again this year. free, so how can you lose, Beautiful, Spacious 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites Community Features
We had about 500 he concluded. Granite Countertops Weekly housekeeping/laundry
people show up last year, For more information Courtyard Views Monthly Activities on site
he recalled. Everybody about the 2017 Plaid Shirt New Stainless Steel Appliances Utilities (except telephone)
told me they felt that was a Night, contact Joe Remenap Large Closets Salon & Doctors Office on site
good turnout and that it at 586-201-9093.
Located in the historic Almont Elementary Building

Chamber hires from within to fill 2 posts

City employees selected for 2017 Blueberry Festival. beginning next Tuesday,
New office hours Oct. 24. THE BELLS
director, event planner jobs Powell said
Chamber office at the
the Those hours include:
Tuesdays from 1-4 p.m.,
401 Church Street, Almont, MI 48003
By Tom Wearing hour and Hamel will be Imlay City hall will now be and Wednesday thru Friday 810.798.2355
[email protected] compensated $11 per hour. staffed at specific times from 9 a.m.-noon. www.thebellsofalmont.com
Powell said all applica-
IMLAYCITY The tions were first reviewed
Imlay City Area Chamber by the Chambers five-per-
of Commerce has hired son hiring committee,
two city employees to fill which included himself,
primary leadership roles. Rob Mette, Barb Yockey,
Chamber Board Kelly Villanueva and
Secretary John Powell Dennis Collison.
reported Tuesday that The original applicant
Melissa Anglebrandt has lists were narrowed down
been hired as the Chambers to three finalists for each
new part-time executive position, who were inter-
director and Shannon viewed in person.
Hamel will assume the Following the inter-
duties of a newly-created views, the committee rec-
part-time event coordina- ommended Anglebrandt
tor position. and Hamel for the two
Anglebrandt is current- open positions. The com-
ly employed part time as an mittees recommendations
administrative assistant were approved Monday by
with the Imlay City Police the Chambers 12-member
Dept., while Hamel works Board.
part-time as a receptionist We had a lot of good,
at the Imlay City offices. qualified candidates for
Both women will be both positions, said
able to continue working at Powell. It came down to
their respective positions. going with local people.
Powell said more than Both individuals are
50 people applied for the well qualified and have
two positions, with the roots in Imlay City, he
majority seeking the exec- said.
utive directors job. The Imlay City
Both Anglebrandt and Chamber of Commerce
Hamel will devote 20 hours Board had been seeking a
per week to their Chamber successor for former
of Commerce positions. Executive Director Wendy
Anglebrandt will be Muehleisen, who resigned
paid at the rate of $12 per at the conclusion of the

Barktoberfest in Dryden
DRYDEN Hollow Corners Veterinary Services
invites the public to their first annual Barktoberfest
this Saturday, Oct. 21 from 1-5 p.m.
Guests and their animal companions will have the
chance to take part in games, contests, raffles and
enjoy food and music all found in the lot adjacent to
the clinic on Dryden Road.
Proceeds from the event will be used to cover the
costs of emergency medical care for pets that visit the
2650 Van Dyke (M-53)
clinic. Imlay City, MI 48444
Various pet services will be offered, animal-relat-
ed vendors will be selling their wares and some adopt-
able animals will be there too.
For more information, call Hollow Corners
810-724-6483
Veterinary Services at 796-2526. www.villagebarncarpets.com
Page 4-A-TRI-CITY TIMES-OCTOBER 18, 2017

Attica United Methodist

Craft Sale
and
Harvest Dinner Turkey with all the trimmings
Thurs. November 2nd
12-2 and 5-7
Adults $10.00 Attica United Methodist
Children under 12 $5.00 27 Elk Lake Road
Under 5 Free (in house)
Take out available (adult only)
Call: 810-724-0690

Bring Your Friends Out to . . .

HOLLY MEADOWS
www.hollymeadows.com
Golf Bowling Sportsbar
Banquet & Entertainment Center
4855 Capac Rd.
Capac, MI 48014 810-395-4653
COMEDY SHOW
SWEETEST DAY SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21
Keith Ruff Headliner
Featuring Russell Cairns
Show $16 Show and Dinner $30
Dinner 6:30 p.m. Show starts at 8:30 p.m.
Call today to reserve your tickets! Bring your sweetheart!
Youth Bowling League Saturdays

Photo provided
Call to Register
ALL YOU CAN EAT FISH FRY FRIDAYS!
Book Your Fundraisers & Parties with Us Now!
Costumed children compete for cash prizes at last years Spooky Time Bash. This years event is
being moved to Almont Community Park because of construction at the former downtown site.
FREE 1 LARGE POTTED LILAC
*While Supplies Last (one per address) Call before coming for your plant

COME ENJOY THE BEAUTY WITH US! Spooky Time Bash

set for Almont Park
Spectacular Fall colors from 54 years
of planning and planting special
plants on interesting trails.
FRIDAY thru TUESDAY, 10 a.m. 6 p.m.
Now thru Oct. 31st when our park closes for 2017 Best-costumed kids and critters winning critters at 3 p.m.,
with prizes being awarded
games, face painting, live
music, a magician, hay

can win prizes on Sat., Oct. 28

for first, second and third rides and a bounce house.
Reopens April 1, 2018 place. Schall reminded that
Educational tours by appt. only. Free admission! The parade and cos- DDADirector Kim this years Spooky Time
By Tom Wearing Schall said participating activities will take place at
Donations Appreciated. No appt. necessary to visit. [email protected] tume contest are among the
highlights of the annual pets must be leashed, caged Almont Park, not at its for-
ALMONT Other Spooky Time Bash, to run or trailered; and pet owners mer location downtown.
Memberships available ($25-$1000) per/person/year @ are responsible for picking Last year we had a
than the kids, who better to from 2-4 p.m. at the park,
P.O. Box 414, Emmett, MI 48022 dress up for Halloween located at the foot of Water up all animal waste. wonderful turnout of about
Kids contest, too 300 people, said Schall.

Sunny Fields
than the family pet. Street, east of Van Dyke.
On Saturday, Oct. 28, The Pet Parade and Pet Of course, all children Besides the pets, there
local pet owners are invited Costume Contest sched- decked out in their favorite will be prizes for the best
to attire Fido or Fluffy uled for 2:30 p.m. will be Halloween garb will have a boy and best girl cos-

Botanical Park in their full Halloween among the highlights of the chance to win cash prizes tumes.
regalia to compete in the 20th annual Spooky Time for first, second and third This has traditionally
annual Spooky Time Pet Bash, co-sponsored by the best costumes. been a popular and well-
5444 Welch Rd. in Emmett 810.387.2765 Parade and Costume Almont Lions Club and Schall said the cash attended event, Schall
Contest at Almont Almont Downtown prizes for kids are being said. We expect its going
Community Park. Development Authority donated by Southeastern to be a lot of fun for resi-
The Pet Parade is being (DDA). Heatmor. dents, families and friends.

Stop by to visit IF...

sponsored by Hollow There is no registration In addition to the popu- For further informa-
Corners Veterinary and fee to enter a pet in the all- lar costume contests, tion, contact Kim Schall at
Jocilyn Kennels & ages competition. A panel Spooky Time Bash attend- the DDA office at 810-798-
ees will enjoy treats, 8125.
You are looking to Grooming. of judges will announce the

BUY or SELL some

HUNTING or FARM LAND!
Commercial pot grower
shows interest in Capac
Company hopes to capitalize on new laws for commercial operations.
The council took no
By Maria Brown revenues to the municipal- specifies what type of action on the matter.
[email protected] ity every year. commercial enterprises are Roman and Vojtisek spoke
There would be no allowed. President John with council members
CAPAC A com- store front, Roman said. Grzyb notes that the vil- individually after the meet-
mercial grow operation We would love to lage, by default, has opted ing concluded.
says theyre interested in craft an ordinance with out of allowing such oper- In other council busi-
setting up shop in the vil- you. ations since theyve not ness:
lage. In January, new revi- taken any formal action. council member Paul

OR...
Matthew Roman and sions made to the states Per state law, each Libkie was named the vil-
Josh Vojtisek of King Michigan Medical commercial grow license lages temporary clerk.
Midas LLC attended Marijuana Act will take allows for the cultivation The village is seeking
Mondays council meeting affect. Thats when state of 1,500 plants. Roman applications to fill a clerk
if you are looking for a where they said they are
interested in constructing
law will allow for growers,
processors, testing labs,
said his company would
seek 30-32 licenses per site
and office assistant posi-
tion following the depar-
ONE-OF-A-KIND PRESENT multiple 80,000 square
foot warehouses as part of
transporters and provision-
ing centers to become
and they intend to establish
two or three developments
ture of former clerk Crystal
Potter.
for someone special! a production facility.
Roman said their business
licensed and regulated
through the state.
in Michigan. Roman said a
business partner owns
members authorized
transferring collected tax
investment would generate Municipalities must property in the city of dollars to the Downtown
127 North Main Sreet Capac, MI 284 jobs and more than opt in and have an ordi- Lapeer where the commis- Development Authority in
(Two doors north of the Hardware) $100,000 in licensing fee nance on the books that sion has opted in to allow the amount of $25,035.

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Clean audit for Imlay schools

Fiscal year ends with a $2.6 million fund equity
By Maria Brown percent of Bara is a graduate of
[email protected] expendi- Central Michigan
tures. University and did his stu-
IMLAY CITY The I n dent teaching in Almont.
school district has other mat- He was hired as a long-
received a clean audit ters from term specials substitute
for the 2016-17 school the Sept. but was then selected to
year budget. Kim Lindsay 25 board fill a kindergarten open-
of Lewis and Knopf said meeting: Josh ing as enrollment num-

Photo provided
they didnt uncover any Dan Henley bers grew over the sum-
compliance issues and Campbell, mer.
praised the districts staff, director of Henley was one of 43
particularly Director of buildings and grounds, applicants for the dean
Look for Army vehicles on I-69 this week where theyll be testing con- Business Services Amy detailed the projects his position. He is also a
nected vehicle technology. Swantek, for doing a good crew tackled over the Central Michigan grad
job of maintaining the dis- summer including the whos taught high school

Testing ongoing on I-69 tricts records.

The final numbers
showed $21 million in
installation of new land-
scaping, painting and var-
ious building repairs.
science in the Lakeville
School District.
teacher Greg
By Maria Brown cations along the interstate cle technology and equip- revenues and $19.9 mil- Other summer projects, Prendergast gave a pre-
[email protected] between Emmett and Imlay ment was showcased in a lion in expenditures. handled by contractors, sentation about the Middle
City through tomorrow, press conference in June Lindsay presented an included the installation Schools Iron Man and
TRI-CITY AREA October 19. 2016 at the Capac rest area. array of graphs and charts of new playground equip- Iron Maiden contest and
Once again, a portion of The vehicles will be Governor Rick Snyder and that detailed where fund- ment at Weston recognized the second
I-69 in Lapeer and St. Clair stationed at the Capac rest Lt. Governor Brian Calley ing came from and how it Elementary, repaving of annual winners, Jennifer
counties will be utilized for area, resulting in approxi- attended the event. was spent. For the 2016- the Borland Elementary Moore and Dakota
military vehicle testing. mately 10 truck parking At that time, state and 17 school year, 57 cents of parking lot and various Sandzik.
According to the spaces to be cordoned off TARDEC officials said the every dollar was spent in roof and sidewalk work. parent Neil Collins
Michigan Department of for the week. The rest area testing along I-69 would the classroom. new staff members urged the district to recon-
Transportation(MDOT), will remain open, MDOT focus on communication The audited numbers were introduced to the sider Weston Elementarys
they will work with the US noted. between vehicles, sending showed Imlay City board including Nick new peanut-free policy
Army Tank, Automotive, This marks at least the data back and forth vehicle- Schools had a $2.6 mil- Bara, a kindergarten and consider other options,
Research, Development second time in a calendar to-vehicle and also vehicle- lion fund equity at the teacher at Weston saying that other districts
and Engineering Center year for this type of testing to-infrastructure. close of that fiscal year Elementary, and Josh have found these food
(TARDEC) to test vehicle- event. The particular driv- The military hopes to which amounts to 13.5 Henley, the high schools allergy policies provide a
new dean of students. false sense of hope.
to-infrastructure communi- erless and connected vehi- implement this technology
to save lives in the battle- Talk to us!
Bids sought field, specifically, allowing
one driver to man a convoy
of vehicles.
TRI-CITY AREA
Our readers are the fuel that
keeps us going from week to

for joint project

Last year, state officials week. The Tri-City Times
said they opted to use this welcomes your input, tips
stretch of freeway because and ideas.
of its proximity to the inter- Share your thoughts and
By Maria Brown could constitute either a national border crossing at concerns by writing to the
building addition or stand Port Huron and its manage- editor, P.O. Box 278, Imlay
[email protected]
alone facility of 2,400 square able traffic flow during City, MI 48444, or email to
ALMONT TWP. feet. testing hours. [email protected].
Bids are now being sought The plans call for a new
for the village and town- entry vestibule, replacement
ships joint building project. of windows, installation of a
At their October 9 meet-
ing, the township board
approved the bid package
new roof, new flooring
throughout the building,
among other planned
U-Pick apples
which is now available
through the villages web-
site, www.almontmichigan.
upgrades.
The project will be
awarded sometime in
& CIDER
gov. December. Township
Proposals from licensed Supervisor Paul Bowman Visit our website now
design/build firms are due
November 21 for the
said they hope work can
begin in the first quarter of
to vote in our
$600,000 project that will 2018. Halloween
see the police department
occupy a new space and
In other township meet-
ing matters: Costume Contest
overall renovations in the the board received their benefiting the Lapeer
current building both munic- 2017 audit report.
ipalities currently occupy on members approved a County Salvation Army
N. Main Street. zoning change request from a
The intent is to relocate Van Dyke Rd. property
the police functions into the
addition and therefore
owner, changing the designa-
tion from agriculture/resi-
Brookwood Fruit Farm
expand the usable area of the dential to industrial. Road
village and township officers The change is in line WWW.BROOKWOODFRUITFARM.COM
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areas, the request states. plan and was recommended
The new police area by the planning commission.

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Imlay City firefighters

teach kids fire safety
By Tom Wearing Stone guided them roll exercise, where they
[email protected] through the processes of were taught to keep low to
calling 911; informing the ground to minimize
IMLAYCITY emergency operators of smoke inhalation.
Imlay City firefighters their home address; the For many of the stu-
believe it is never too early importance of smoke dents, though, the fun part
to teach young children the detectors in their homes; of the program was taking

Photo by Tom Wearing

basics of fire safety. how to protect their faces their turns at the nozzle of
On Thursday and and eyes from smoke and a fire hose.
Friday, firefighters wel- fire; and having an escape The fire safety pro-
comed several classes of plan and family meeting gram concluded with each
Imlay City begindergarten location in the event of a student getting a chance to
and kindergarten students Youngsters are eager to share their fire safety knowledge at the Imlay
real fire. sit inside one of the depart- City Fire Hall on Thursday afternoon.
to the fire hall for just that He then introduced ments fire trucks.
purpose. firefighter Eric Schwalbe, Weston Elementary The kids were very a little timid at first, he day, Bara conjectured.
Upon their arrival, the who was attired in full teacher Nick Bara, whose excited about this activi- said. But by the time they The Imlay City Fire
youngsters were greeted firefighting gear to show 22 kindergarteners toured ty, saidBara. This is a walked out of here, they all Department hosts kinder-
by Fire Capt. Scott Stone, the children how firefight- the fire hall on Thursday, good age for the kids, felt very comfortable being garten students at the fire
who presented an age-spe- ers would look and sound applauded the participat- because their brains soak around the firefighters. hall each year in conjunc-
cific program designed to during an actual fire. ing firefighters for helping up information like spong- Possibly, some of tion with national fire safe-
garner the students inter- Schwalbe led the stu- educate his students about es. them will become fire- ty and prevention cam-
est and attention. dents in a stop, drop and fire safety. Some of the kids were fighters themselves one paigns.

33rd Annual Senior Power Day is Oct. 27

By Catherine Minolli The event includes hearing screening, a men- under most insurances,
Fall baseball meeting on tap
IMLAY CITY Imlay City Boys Baseball will
[email protected] free testings/screenings, tal health wellness check including Medicare and be conducting their fall public meeting on Thursday,
brunch, door prizes, ven- and much more will be Medicaid. Visitors are November 2, in the Borland Elementary Library at 6
TRI-CITY AREA dor displays and more. offered at the event. asked to bring insurance p.m. Meeting topics include: financial update, season
Empower yourself at the Blood pressure, body Flu shots from the St. cards. Cash, checks and review, league improvements, board of director elec-
33rd Senior Power Day mass index, colon/rectal Clair County Health credit cards will be accept- tions and an open forum / Q&A. Parents, coaches and
slated for October 27 from screening kits, dementia/ Department and ed as well. those interested in coaching and/or joining the board
10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Port Alzheimer information, Walgreens will be avail- For more information of directors next year are encouraged to attend. Board
Huron Senior Center, 600 dental screening, flu shots, able for a fee. The shots on the 33rd Senior Power members and volunteers are needed to help make the
Grand River Ave. hand strength testing, are a covered benefit Day call 810-987-8811. season a success.

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Imlay grad to try new drug to treat ALS

Dave Siegers of Class of 74 among first in US to be treated with Radicava Thanks to his talents
on the court, he earned a
By Maria Brown look thanks to his faith in Rapids- response to the drug, income persons in need of full ride scholarship to
God. based hos- he said. Side effects medical care to distant John Wesley College in
[email protected]
Im willing to be a pital sys- vary person to person facilities. Owosso.
TRI-CITY AREA guinea pig. I really, truly tem that but can include intense I still come over to I have a very
For the first time in 22 have nothing to lose...I first pro- headaches, intensified Imlay City and Brown City positive attitude about
years, a new treatment for know that Gods in con- filed allergies and impact a to pheasant and deer hunt this. Im at peace with
amyotrophic lateral sclero- trol, Dave said last month Daves users gait. every year. This year, I whats happened because
sis (ALS) is on the market in a phone interview. story, So far, the disease has dont know what Ill do. I of my faith. I know
and an Imlay City native, This fall, Dave is due Riluzole not impacted most of have a really wonderful where Im going when
Dave Siegers, will be one to begin receiving intrave- can extend Dave Daves regular activities. pheasant dog so I might I die, Dave said.
of the first persons in the nous treatments of the a patients Siegers Hes still working as a real just have to walk along, Although he has a lot
United States to try it. drug, Radicava, at his life by estate agent in West he said. to live for here on earth,
The 1974 graduate of home in Holland, three to 16 months but it Michigan, going horseback Daves family owned Dave said he looks for-
Imlay City High School Michigan, where he doesnt help users feel bet- riding and spending lots of and operated Siegers Seed ward to the reunion he can
was diagnosed with the resides with his wife, ter. time with his son Brad, Company in Imlay City for have with his son in heav-
debilitating disease in early Cindy. Quality of life is more daughter-in-law Heather many years before the en.
2017. ALS, also referred to He admits theres not a important to me than quan- and four grandchildren company relocated to When I enter the
as Lou Gehrigs disease, is lot of scientific evidence tity, he said. ranging in age from 4 to Zeeland, Michigan. Daves pearly gates, I know Ill
a motor neuron disease for Radicava other than He hopes that by trying 12, who live nearby. brother Rick now owns the see Jesus and Ill see my
that affects voluntary mus- some research and trials out this new drug, his We say the horses are business that serves vege- son, Kyle, he said.
cles in the body, making it done previously in Japan experience can benefit oth- for the grandkids but going table growers and for an Dave and Cindys
difficult for patients to but they were positive ers with ALS and the riding is good therapy for 18-year period, Dave 16 year-old son died
swallow, speak and even results, slowing down the ongoing research toward me, Dave said with a served as the companys 10 years ago in a car
breathe. According to the disease progression in 33 the disease that has no laugh. vice president of opera- accident but Dave said
ALS Association, the life drug recipients. known cause or cure. A licensed pilot since tions. he continues to be inspired
expectancy of someone Currently, theres only The intravenous treat- 1974, he recently stopped While at Imlay City by Kyles short time on
with ALS is two to five one other drug available in ments will last for periods flying for safety reasons High School, Dave was a earth.
years. the United States that of 10 to 14 days at a time related to his health. For standout athlete who par- We were so blessed to
Despite the reality of treats ALS but it has its with two week breaks over many years, he volun- ticipated in many sports see how his life and death
his diagnosis, Dave, 61, drawbacks. According to the next year. Doctors will teered his time with Wings but his favorite was bas- had such an impact on
maintains a positive out- Spectrum Health, a Grand regularly evaluate his of Mercy, taking low ketball. people.

Capac musician collects Josie Award in Nashville

Kevin B. Klein awarded Rock search of achieving his
dreams of being a success-
Artist of Year honors for 2017 ful musician.
It was in Nashville
By Tom Wearing shows of its kind. where he met Dave Baker,
[email protected] As an Independent art- who was lead guitarist for
ist, Klein was honored in country singer Kelli Pickler
CAPAC Capac September for his album and other popular
musician Kevin B. Klein Good Day to be Alive Nashville-based artists.
has been presented the and his most recent single Kleins association
prestigious Josie Music entitled My Michigan. with Baker soon led to his
Award for 2017 Rock Artist Kleins musical styl- playing guitar, singing
of the Year. ings are self-described as back-up vocals and helping
The presentation took old school rock and roll
to produce on his 2013
place September 17 at the with a modern twist.
release, Good Day to be
2017 Josie Music Awards That description is con-
Alive.
show at Nissan Stadium in sistent with Kleins bound-
Nashville, Tennessee. less energy, strong vocals In addition to Baker,
Klein had additionally and lyrical messages that other top musicians have
been nominated this year connect with both young played on Kleins songs
for a Josie in the category and older listeners. and albums.
of Rock Entertainer of the Referred to by close They include: key-
Year. In 2016, he was nom- friends and associates as boardist Matt Heasley, bass
inated for five Nashville KBK, Klein was born guitarist Cameron Roberts,
Universe Awards. and raised in East Detroit drummer Jay Tooke and
He has also been nomi- before moving to Capac in Leland Grant, whose
nated for Detroit Music 2000. diverse talents include
Awards in 2016 and 2017 It was in Capac that guitars, vocals and produc-
in the categories of Klein was inspired to craft tion.
Outstanding Rock Singer many of his original songs. Still, its left to Klein to
and Outstanding Rock Capac is a special come up with songs and
Songwriter. place for me, Klein noted lyrics that can appeal to a
Named after country in a 2013 interview. Its a wide audience of listeners.
music singer/songwriter place where I can think and Iwant to write songs
and radio show host, Josie write. Its where I find my that people from every-
Photo provided

Passantino, the Josie Music magic. where can enjoy, Klein

Awards Show made its With his eyes set on a said.
debut in 2015, and is now musical career, Klein It appears that he has
one of the biggest decided take a chance and achieved that goal and Capac musician Kevin B. Klein shows off the Josie Award he received at
Independent Music Awards venture off to Nashville in more. the 2017 awards ceremony in Nashville.

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Our Opinion Letters from our readers...

Every second counts
in event of fire
Demanding respect and equality
E
Americans have been brothers need more respect who immigrated to America children to respect and
very second counts. Thats the mes- fighting courageously and and need equality; so he during the early 1900s work to achieve equality
sage the National Fire Protection dying for our country, our decides to disrespect our began at the bottom of the just as they had. They were
Association (NFPA) hopes people will freedom and our flag since National Anthem and flag pecking order in our soci- the parents of the gallant
take to heart this year. Its also a message 1775. They have fought to emphasize his point. ety. They were considered and courageous soldiers
that our local fire departments delivered as and died for the freedom of Through his protest, he is the dregs of our society, who fought the Big War
people all over this globe. demanding respect and working the worst jobs the and kept the gas chambers
reflected in the photos and stories from If you cant understand, equality. Can you com- lowest paying jobs, jobs no and crematoriums from our
department open houses and safety events in appreciate and respect the mand respect? I was raised one else wanted. In the shores.
this weeks issue. gallantry and the selfless- by parents who taught us 1930s when unions were The actions of these
From the first sounding of a smoke ness of these mens sacri- you have to earn respect forming and wages rising, athletes during our National
alarm, the U.S. Fire Administration says res- fice there is something you do not demand it. You these ethnic groups began Anthem brings to mind
idents have less than two minutes to escape. lacking in your psyche or earned respect, by learning moving from tenements an old saying of my moth-
your upbringing. to give it; you respected and ghettos and building ers look at their heads
Safety officials urge residents and families Some second-string yourself, your family, your their neighborhoods and and forgive them; they
to have a planpreferably more than one. quarterback whose only neighbors, and country and communities. Do remem- werent raised right. Who
Make sure to: contribution to society is your flag. If you want ber the ethnic communities do you think failed these
Have a clear path to your exit routes. his ability to throw a foot- equality, you work for it that formed in Detroit, Pole athletes, their parents or
Keep exit routes cleared of furniture ball decides to sit during you do not get equality by Town, Cork Town and society?
and clutter. the National Anthem. This demanding it. Little Italy? Those parents Tom Janicki
second-stringer decides his Every ethnic group raised and educated their Almont Twp.
Make sure doors and windows are not
blocked.
Make sure you have quick release
devices on any window and/or door bars so
Bill to stop local usurping of state laws
you can escape in case of a fire. In reference to the to prevent any community these variances? Just flict with each other that
Go to each room of the house and find letter on House Bill 4616 from usurping state and viewing your fellow should require Congress
regarding firearms legis- federal laws. drivers you know they to clarify, but they too put
two ways out in case of fire, and establish a lation calling the fine peo- Currently we have are breaking the law and it off. At least we have a
meeting spot outside of the home. ple of Lapeer County some communities pass- it is equally unenforce- State Representative
Discuss an action plan with the entire fanatics is a little out of ing laws to prevent cellu- able. (Gary Howell) willing to
family and practice the plan twice a year. line regarding our lawful lar phone use while driv- We currently have a act.
Install smoke alarms on every level of citizens. ing, how does one know national problem with Arthur Schafer
the home and test them once a month. The bill is necessary or be able to keep track of many state laws in con- Almont

Friends of Polly Ann Trail thank sponsors

Establish an emergency communica-
tions plan and make sure every household
member knows who to contact if they can-
I am writing to express coffee, hot chocolate, application to the Michigan and she came to the trail
not find one another. the thanks of the Friends of donuts and bagels; the Natural Resources ride (in the rain!) as well!
Make sure every family member knows the Polly Ann Trail for our Imlay City Kroger donated Foundation for $300,000 to Thank you to all of our
how to dial 9-1-1, and teach and practice sponsors for the 5th Annual food for the lunch follow- resurface the trail from generous sponsors and vol-
stop, drop and roll. trail ride, Autumn on the ing the ride; and the DTE Dryden to Imlay City. Carla unteers for once again mak-
Cultivate good fire-safe habits including: Polly Ann Trail. Energy Foundation who Gribbs of the DTE Energy ing the trail ride a success!
Keep items that can catch on fire at The Country Smoke sponsored the trail ride in Foundation was very help- Barb Yockey
House donated their won- the amount of $5000, which ful with the process for Board Member, Friends
least three feet away from anything that gets derful hotdogs; the Imlay was applied to the $100,000 helping us get that DTE of the Polly Ann Trail
hot, such as space heaters. City Tim Hortons donated grant match in regard to the Energy Foundation grant Imlay City
Smoking materials are the leading

16 scarecrows celebrate homecoming

cause of residential fire deaths in the United
States. If you smoke, take precautions:
Smoke outside; choose fire-safe cigarettes; On Sunday, October Second Place $75 Street and look at the talent Kim Schall
never smoke in bed, when drowsy or medi- 8th, the Almont DDA held Almont Girl Scout Troop that Almont has, then stop Director
cated, or if anyone in the home is using oxy- their 9th Annual Scarecrow 7140. in one of our local busi- Almont Downtown
gen. Use deep, sturdy ashtrays and douse Decorating Contest entitled Third Place $50 nesses to show them your Development Authority
cigarette and cigar butts with water before Home of the Raider to Almont High School Art support. Almont
disposal. help celebrate Almont High Department.

Literacy Center is off

Schools Homecoming. The Almont DDA
Talk to children regularly about the We had 16 entries and would like to thank the fol-
dangers of fire, matches and lighters and they were all very creative lowing sponsors for their
keep them out of reach.
Turn portable heaters off when you
and showed how much a
small community can sup-
port their local sport
generous support.
First Place: Yarbrough
Insurance Group, LLC.
to the Camel Races
leave the room or go to sleep. Now is your last big, fuzzy dice.
Never leave a burning candle unattend- teams. Not only were they Second Place: Charlie
creative, they were very Browns chance to get tickets to the Fabulous door prizes
ed, even for a minute. colorful and the use of the Third Place: Almont Family Literacy Center will be awarded. Call the
Make sure your chimney is clean and imagination was fabulous. Area Chamber of Camel Races. The event Center at 810-664-2737
ready this season. We would like to thank Commerce. will be held on Friday, for more information.
everyone who participated The winning scare- October 20 at the Lapeer The Family Literacy
As youve read in these pages, fires are Center Building. Doors Center provides free tutor-
devastating and can happen to anyone. and to our judges for their crows along with the others
help. are on display along Main open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets ing to adults in our com-
Every second counts. Be safe, and be pre- First Place $100 Street until November 6th. are $25 and include dinner, munity who want to
pared. American Tree. Take a stroll down Main dessert, snacks and non- improve their skills and
alcoholic drinks. BYOB. change their lives.
At this fun event, area Volunteers are always

No TV, no cell phone and no red flags

sponsors decorate wooden needed.
camels to represent their Mary Shelton-Wiese,
business or cause. Guests Executive Director
bet on their favorites as Family Literacy Center

M y colleague Rick
Liblongs column
no cell phone, either.
I thought this very odd
Im out anywhere, but it
still rings and pings none-
they race to the toss of the Lapeer

Turkey Trot offers

about the glory days of at the time. I wondered theless.
television and how the how one could get through I get information by
medium keeps evolving every day life in this high listening to the radio, and
sparked a memory or two tech age without a cell find Im not missing a
for me.
We werent allowed to
watch a whole lot of TV Observations in ink...
phone for sure, or a televi-
sion set simply to keep up
with all the buzz about the
thing. Often the spoken
word is devastating, mov-
ing, or emotionally
family fun for all
while growing up, particu-
larly during the day if you
could be playing outside or
Catherine Minolli various hot shows that
everyone talked about.
Think Breaking Bad, The
charged enough and imag-
es arent required. All this
radio listening has brought
F all is in the air, folks;
and with the promise of
brisk, crisp days come

doing something construc- little differently. Sopranos, Orange is the about another unexpected thoughts of football and
tive like homework or A few years ago I New Black, etc. etc. skill: I can now imitate hayrides... and
even crafts. The folks also dated a guy I nicknamed JTB said he was happy voices and inflections Thanksgiving. Tucked in
held out for quite a while John the Buddhist. I met simply using his laptop for almost as good as my sis- there is Imlay City
on getting a color set when him at one of the bi- business, but when his day ter Dawn. Iam more sensi- Christian Schools Third
they were all the rage. We monthly meditation/discus- was done, so was the lap- tive to all sorts of sounds, Annual 5K Turkey Trot,
were among the last in my sion sessions of the Blue top. Hed shut it off and and my imagination is

which will be held
group of junior high school Water Community of close the lid. more active than ever. Saturday, November 18.
friends who still had a Mindful Living. An inter- Though I was all into Seeing the stories in my The race begins and ends $17.50 for the Gobblers,
black and white TV set... esting fellow, JTB had being mindful and present minds eye keeps me con- at the parking lot of the $35 for the Trotters, and
and guess what? Despite served in the Peace Corps. in the momentor at least nected with all Ineed to Christian Reformed $40 for the Virtual runners
my protestations at the He had a Masters Degree I thought I was andpro- know, and reminds me Church, 395 Cedar Street. (additional amount covers
time, the depravation in Agronomy and an idea fessed to beI secretly daily of the power of There is a one-mile fun cost of mailing etc.). Shirts
didnt ruin me. that it was possible feed thought JTBs lack of words and words alone. run (Gobbler Gallop) at and custom bibs come with
Saturday cartoons, the world. He helped modern accoutrements was I know some families 9:30. All ages are welcome the enrollee package.
Little House on the Prairie, devise ways to grow pea- a bit red flaggish. I mean who go on a technology to come participate in that If you have further
The Waltons and of course nuts in parts of the planet seriously...can being so diet once a month. No cell even if its just for the questions, you may direct
reruns of the I Love Lucy that werent suitable for unplugged be normal? phones, computers, televi- physical exercise. For them to the race organizer
Show and The Twilight the crop, and eventually Today, my answer is a sions, internet for one endurance runners, the 5K at [email protected]
Zone were in the okay to did so. Later on, he decid- resounding YES. This weekend, and amazing (3.1 mile)the Turkey or the school office at 810-
watch column. Eventually, ed he want to help in other spring it will be four years things happen. Being Trotbegins at 10 and 724-5695. Also, watch for
Rod Serlings Night ways, so in his mid-40s he since I had a working TV unplugged is not so bad. includes a segment which other publicity.
Gallery made it on that list went back to school to in my house. While I cant In hindsightand you will follow the Polly Ann Most participants are
as well, as we were big earn a Bachelors in Social give up the cell phone all know what they say Trail. local, but last years events
fans of gathering around Work. While we were dat- because I chose to discon- about that it looks like Besides these two pulled in runners from
the family room for a little ing, he was in the midst of nect my land line years JTB was onto something. events, there is the Stuffing Canada, Ohio, and
fright and a lot of laughs earning a Masters in ago in an effort to cut Those werent red flags Strut Virtual Runa fairly Northern Michigan as well.
as my sister Dawn chan- Social Work at Wayne costs, I will say I highly waving but rather the gold- new concept for runners or This years over-all
neled Rod Serlings voice State. regret being able to see my en light of wisdom shin- supporters who cant be theme at the school is: Let
during each and every I remember when he work-related emails as ing, and Isee it quite clear- here for the actual event us run with endurance the
introduction. Back then, told me he had no televi- they ping in to the device ly now. but would like to support race God has set before
my sisters and I wished we sion set. The declaration at any given moment of Email Catherine at the school. us. Hebrews 12:1. Of
could watch more pro- came right on the heels of any given day. I do try to cminolli@pageone-inc. Entry fees for the
grams. Today I see things a an admission that he had keep it in my purse when com. events are as follows: Willene page 9-A
 Page 9-A-TRI-CITY TIMES-OCTOBER 18, 2017

Prevent local taxes on food

M ichigan has a strict
ban on the state tax-
ing the sale of food and

4999, which recently
passed in the House with
strong bipartisan support.
taxes on food hurt family
budgets, they could also
have a negative effect on
beverages. It is enshrined One reason for ban- farmers and producers.
in the state constitution ning local taxes on all food Additional local taxes
that no such taxes may be and beverages is obvi- would make it more diffi-

Photo by Iris Lee Underwood

assessed. ouspeople pay enough cult for the strong farming
The Michigan House already to put food on the community in Lapeer
recently took proactive table. They dont need an County to sell products in
measures to prohibit coun- added tax on top of that the local marketplace.
ties, cities and townships expense. Farming families face
from tacking a tax onto the decision because of the Low-income families enough challenges as it is
sale of the groceries we unintended consequences spend an average of one- without adding an extra
buy for our families. that resulted. Grocery third of their income on tax on the food they work Praying Mantis looks photographer in the eye
Although no local govern- stores within their munici- food. To make them pay so hard to produce. as it navigates a lavender stem.
ment in Michigan has indi- palities lost business as more could wreak havoc I wholeheartedly sup-
cated it planned to tax
food, we looked at neigh-
boring states where locals
residents chose to do their
shopping in neighboring
communities where the tax
on their already-strained
budgets. The added
expense could make for
port this bill to ban regres-
sive taxes that cause eco-
nomic distress to people
The praying mantis
had tacked on taxes to
food and thought we
should ensure that it will
did not exist. As a result,
the grocers began cutting
hours and even laying off
tough choices, such as
paying the rent or the heat-
ing bill or having their
across the state. I urge my
colleagues in the Senate to
act quickly on this legisla-
F rom whence arrived
the praying mantis?
From outer space, or lost
Honest Living . . .
not happen here. workers to make up for the children go to bed hungry. tion so we can prevent this Atlantis?
Local governments in lost business. Families that already have type of opportunistic tax I glimpse the grin, green
Illinois and Pennsylvania I dont want to see the economic challenges from ever being imposed metal mug
recently began taxing food same thing happen any- should not face decisions in Michigan. that masks the pseudo-
in their jurisdictions, and where in Michigan. That is like that. Email Gary Howell at saintly bug,
immediately regretted the why I support House Bill Not only would local [email protected]. Orthopterous, also carniv-
orous,
And faintly whisper, Lord the adult. Ive never wit-

Brought to you in living deliver us.

Ogden Nash
My husband drove us
nessed in nature this
bizarre birth through the
sac, and thats okay with

color (or in black and white)

south on Rochester Road me for the nymphs feed on
yesterday morning. I saw each other.
another praying mantis Nymph survivors molt
while pruning lavender their exoskeleton up to ten
yesterday, then another times to maturity. Thats
W hen I was growing up
in beautiful down-
town Almont, Michigan
most in the 50s and 60s.
That was the zenith of man-
ufacturing in the United
behind the house, he said.
Oh?
tenacity. Then the lifecycle
repeats.
He knows Im fascinat- So I reckon the praying
(pop. 1,035) there were two States. Speaking of zenith, ed with the insect, particu- mantis mating season is
barber shops. George Juhl Zenith was another brand larly the females pregnant happening in our gardens
had a shop on the east side of TV made here. They abdomen. This seasons and fields as I speak.
of Main Street and Harold used the slogan The quali- mantis first appeared a Weve seen brown mantis-
Burke had one on the west ty goes in before the name month ago on an aster es also. Ive never seen the
side. goes on. Admiral was plant in my backyard gar- pink variety. Scientists say
All the Liblong day... I think another brand. Its slogan dens. the praying mantis is found
Juhls was was Americas Smart Set.
Theyre harmless and everywhere in the world
the more Both Zenith and Admiral
passive, Mel continued. except Antarctica. Makes
popular. sets were made in Illinois.
You can touch and hold sense.
Photo provided

George was Magnavox and

a friendly Motorola were also brands them. They dont sting or And some mantises are
guy and made here, Motorola in bite. large enough to consume
served as the Illinois and Magnavox in Unless youre their small birds, frogs, and
Village Sylvania black and white set with halolight. Indiana. mate, I replied. snakes. Some people keep
Rick His face drew that I mantises for pets in a ter-
Liblong President.But if I
Sylvania and
Westinghouse are the other dont think Im going to rarium of sorts. Ive read
remember TV manufacturers in the like what comes next that folk of Latin and
right, Juhls was a barber U.S. that I remember. expression. Greek persuasion consider
shop only. Burke, on the Sylvania sets, black and I followed on cue. this bug one who
other hand had two barber white, of course, featured a While mating, the female divines.
chairs in the front of the white light called a halo- eats the males head, then Well, thats mythology for
shop and a TV/radio sales light all the way around after, if shes malnour- you. Personally, Im hop-
and service department in the screen. It was thought ished, she consumes his ing this slender green pred-
the back. Burke was the that it made the picture eas- entire body. Id call that an ator finds and devours the
very first multi-tasker that I ier on the eyes. Cant say aggressive carnivore. bad bugs that suck the life
knew. that I ever saw an advan- He kept his eyes on the out of my plants, bees, and
My dad and I went to tage myself. But it was a road and pondered that hens. But shed better keep
Burke. I have no idea why. marketing tool. gruesome bit of biology. her fangs off my hum-
It was autumn, years
Photo provided

I think dad and Harold had Sylvania was also a mingbirds.

been friends in school or leading maker of vacuum ago, when I first saw a You see, dear Reader,
something. So let me now tubes which every TV set praying mantis. Like Mel, Ive read Melissa Breyers
apologize after all these and radio needed to oper- I was pruning a lavender July 5, 2017 report on tree-
years to my friends Bill and Our first color set had round sides with sig- ate. Burke sold and field. The insect escaped hugger.com titled Praying
Tim Juhl. I dont think it nificant picture loss. installed countless tubes. the blades of my electric Mantises released for pest
was anything personal. Dad would get out his can Westinghouse was really hedge clippers; her long control are hunting hum-
We were one of the first of Zip Strip and refinish big in making portable TVs back legs ambulating the mingbirds.
families to have a television the outside to a new shine. that you could set up any- bush like a clown on stilts. I quote, Native insects
set in our neighborhood. It As time went along we where. The past fifteen years, Ive eating pests is a great
was 15 or 16 and neigh- upgraded TVs and the In those days there seen hundreds of Mantis thing; invasive insects eat-
bors came over nearly TV sets got bigger. There were no satellites circling religiosa on our property, ing native birds starts edg-
every night to watch some- was one 19 and then a the earth to beam down TV praying for the perfect ing into the world-gone-
thingeven Roller 21. The 19 was in my signals so almost every stem to attach her foamy wrong realm.
Derbywith us. It was a room! Man, was I cool! house in America had a TV egg case. The following Thus, I appreciate
happening with kids, adults, My own TV, albeit with antenna on or next to the spring Id find hardened Ogden Nashs astute obser-
food, etc. rabbit ears for an antenna. TV used vacuum tubes roof. We had one eventually sacs that held up to 400 vation about this pseudo-
It was black and white, One day dad came home back then. that swiveled electronically eggs. (No, I didnt count saintly bug and faintly
of course. Color TV was a with a 27 set. At the time to get better reception espe- them.) whisper, Lord deliver my
few years off, at least for it seemed as big as a movie bigger today. cially with Ultra High The second stage of hummingbirds.
us. I dont recall what screen. In 1953, RCAs all- Frequency stations. It even- the insects life is a color- Email Iris at
brand it was though there It wasnt until 1965 that electronic color TV tech- tually locked it place at the less nymph that resembles [email protected].
was a Philco sign in front we got a color TV. I think it nology was adopted as the top and so we had a fixed
of Burkes shop. I think he was an RCA model with standard for American tele- antenna after that.
We Baby Boomers, as
serviced anything with
tubes in it regardless of
rounded sides to the screen,
probably was only 21 or
vision. It was predicted that
annual color TV sales
would reach 1.78 million in
everyone knows, were
raised with television sets.
Willene: Turkey Trot
brand name. 23. RCA was another
Dad would always get a
good used set that Burke
major manufacturer, espe-
cially in color TV. Of
1956, but the sets were
expensive and difficult to
We got excited every time
some new gadget or tech- offers family fun for all
had refurbished inside. course, they can be 70 or adjust, and there was ini- nology came also. But I from page 8-A to promote the supporting
tially a lack of color pro- must admit I never could businesses.
even dream about what TV course, thats not the race
gramming, so sales lagged being referenced, but it How the rest of us can
badly and the actual 1956 sets look like today. The help: 1) Get the word out
huge flat screen with HD seems fitting for this occa-
total would only be sion as well. 2) Run (or walk)or in
120,000. RCAs ownership sticking out only a few the case of virtual partici-
inches from the wall with Participants are encour-
of NBC proved to be a pants, swim or any other
programming brought to aged to bring canned goods
major benefit, as that net- kind of distance participa-
me by satellite is a wonder which are being collected
work was instructed to pro- tion which can be timed
to behold. I cant imagine for the St. Pauls Lutheran
mote its color programming and sent in; 3) Cmon out
what they could do the Church food bank.
offerings; even so, it was and cheer on the partici-
improve TV watching but Helena (local provider
only in 1968 that color TV pants; 4) Or...maybe cough
they will. I thought theyd of farm services) is making
sales in the U.S. surpassed up a little cash for a stu-
never get a better or sharper it possible for custom fin-
black-and-white. Today its dent or someone else who
picture that what we got on isher medals to be handed
well over 4 million. still has the energy and
that old 27 black and out; and many other busi-
Just before a show stamina for the run but
white screen. nesses are lending their
came on the announcer may not have the funds for
Watching a football support as well to provide
said, The following pro- the entry fee.
game today is, indeed, like sponsorships and other
gram is brought to you in Email Willene at
actually being there. funding. In turn, Turkey
living color on NBC. As
Except my seat is tempera- Trot organizers are happy [email protected].
he was saying that an ani-
mated peacock unfolded on ture controlled, nobody
the screen with very color-
ful tail feathers. Eventually,
spills beer on me and I
dont have to wait in line at
Guest Columnist
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nearly every program was TV sets got better and
Photo provided

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in color. better all of our Boomer information be accurate. The columns can be a maximum of three
lives. What will they think typed, double-spaced pages. Send them to: Tri-City Times, P.O. Box
From just before World 278, Imlay City, MI, 48444 or run the idea by the editor by calling
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Town Talk
Editors note: Due to space
constraints announcements
to play cards from noon-3
p.m. the 2nd Wednesday of
The Capac Kitchen serves free
meals every Tuesday from
10:30 a.m. we will read a
Halloween story, decorate Support Groups (held in lower level). For addi-
tional info, to check if we
will be posted one week in every month. Bring a sack 4:30-6 p.m. at Zion United pumpkins and more. All pre- accept your insurance, or to
advance of the event. Notices lunch, beverages provided. Methodist Church. schoolers are welcome. To The 10A Friday AFG Imlay schedule an appointment
must be received in writing by Senior stretch exercise on register, call the Library at City meeting usually held at please call 810-667-0448.
Free meals for people in need FOC Lutheran Church will be
noon Monday prior to the pub- Tuesdays 10-11 a.m. Potluck are offered at the North Free hearing and vision
lication date. luncheons will be served the meeting at the Ruth Hughes
Branch Senior Center on Presenting the Library until further notice. screens for children of pre-
4th Tuesday of every month at Monday and Thursday eve- school age are available at the
noon. Call 810-395-4518 for Justified Quartet This begins on Aug. 4. Contact
nings from 5:30-7 p.m. Call Lapeer County Health
For Senior Citizens details. 810-441-0322 for more info. 6 pm - Saturday, Oct. 21
Ginger Miller at 810-724-5772
for more information. Department. To schedule an
Ryan Smith, a certified alco- Orchards' Cupboard Food Goodland Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
appointment please call 810-
Gentle Yoga Tuesdays from hol and drug counselor will be Pantry is open the 3rd Community Church 667-0448 or 810-245-5549.
9-10 a.m. at First available at the Imlay City meetings are held every
Saturday of every month 9 In Imlay City Monday night at 8 p.m. at St. Capac Pharmacy is teaming
Congregational Church in Senior's Center on the 4th a.m.-noon. Food distributed at with Support Million Hearts
Spreading Hope, Love & Peace Paul's Lutheran Church in
Almont. Practice led by Dina Thursday of every month 74903 McKay Rd., Bruce by offering in-pharmacy
Miramonti, RYT. from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
thru the Medium of Gospel Music. Imlay City.
Twp., 586-336-4673. www. Love Offering will be taken blood pressure screenings, 136
Imlay City Senior Center orchardsonline.org. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) North Main St. in Capac,
Free Meals, Food
for Justified Quartet. and Al-Anon meetings are
Texas Hold Em 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
For info 810-724-6030. More Info? held every Wednesday night Everyone is invited to come
Dinner and an evening of card
playing with friends, 50/50
St. Pauls Lutheran Church Museums Ruthie Cischke
724-8064
at 8 p.m. at the Capac United
Methodist Church, Capac,
and have their blood pressure
read for free.
Food for Families kitchen is MI.
raffle and prizes of high and open to the public for free, hot The Dryden Historical Society www.justifiedqt.com
Lapeer Area Citizens Against
low for each table every 3rd
Monday at the Washington
meals every Monday and
Wednesday from 4-5:30 p.m.
meets at 7 p.m. the first
Wednesday of the month and 810-721-2110.
Domestic Assault meets 1-3 Events
Senior Center, 57880 Van the museum opens every p.m. every Wednesday in the
This Heart Loves Food Pantry Imlay City Boys Baseball will Lapeer Court House for per-
Dyke, Washington Twp., MI is open the 1st Saturday of Monday from 5:30-7 p.m. Justified Quartet is perform-
48094, from 4-8 p.m. Call for be conducting their fall public sonal protection order clinic.
each month from 9 a.m.-3 The Capac Historical Society meeting on Thursday, For info 810-246-0632. ing at Goodland Community
further details, 586-752-6543. p.m. at Gateway Assembly is open to visitors daily from Church Sat., Oct. 21.
November 2, 2017. The meet- Grief Share, a 7/14 series for
Swing Dance Lessons offered Church, 2796 S. Van Dyke 1-3 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. on ing will be held in the Borland Spreading hope, love and
at the Port Huron Senior Rd., Imlay City. Sundays. Call 810-395-2859 those that have lost loved ones peace through the medium of
Elementary Library at 6:00 support group will begin Sept.
Center, 600 Grand Avenue in The Attica United Methodist for more info. p.m. Meeting topics include: Gospel music. Admission is
Port Huron, every Tues. from 7 at the Imlay City Senior free. A love offering will be
Church will be holding a free The Imlay City Historical financial update, season Center located in the Lamb-
7:30-9 p.m. and the 1st and community meal on the 2nd Museum welcomes visitors review, league improvements, taken for Justified Quartet.
3rd Thurs. of the month from Steele building on Third For more information call
and 4th Tuesday of each and is open on Saturdays from board of director elections Street. Pre-register by calling
7:30-9 p.m. with instructors month from 4:30-6:30 p.m. 1-4 p.m. Our museum features and an open forum / Q&A. Ruthie Cischke at 810-724-
Lyle Malaski & Kristina Tracy at 810-724-6030 or 8064.
For more info please call 810- period rooms that appear as Parents, coaches and those Ginger Miller at 810-724-
Morton. Call 810-984-5061 for 724-0690 or visit www.atti- they would have been prior to interested in coaching and/or Harvest Supper. Thur., Oct.
more info. 5772.
caumc.org. the turn of the 20th Century joining the board of directors 26. 4-7 p.m. Goodland
Council on Aging Membership and into the 1930s. Fabulous next year are encouraged to TOPS 620 Lapeer weight- loss Community Church, 2008 N.
The Attica Food Bank at the group meets Tuesday nights at
is open to individuals 18 and Attica United Methodist artifacts and antiques greet attend. Board members and Van Dyke Rd. (corner of M-53
older. The Capac Senior guests in every room and volunteers are needed to help the Hunters Creek Mobile and Armstrong Rd., Imlay
Church, 27 Elk Lake Rd., is Home Park Club House, 725
Center is open 8:30 a.m.-4:30 open from 2-4 p.m. the 2nd transport them back to when make our season a success. City), 810-724-1747. Turkey
p.m. weekdays. We offer a life was a simpler time. DeMille Rd. in Lapeer. Weigh- and all the trimmings, dessert
and 4th Monday of each Ready, Set, Go! Workshop. in from 6-6:30 p.m., meeting
variety of activities such as fit- month. Proof of residency and Visitors will find exhibits This is a FREE workshop for and beverages. Take out avail-
ness and craft classes, a book relating to railroading, mili- from 6:30-7:30 p.m. For more able. Admission charged. A
need required. 3-5 year olds & parents/care- info call 810-664-7579.
review group, cards and bus tary, and Imlay City business givers! Enjoy fun projects that Chinese auction will be held
trips. Call Lori at 395-7889 for The Capac Community Food of the pastand much more. TOPS 888 (Take Off Pounds for Community Outreach
Pantry, 112 S. Main Street, is will develop your childs skills
more info. In addition, the museum fea- and prepare them for school! Sensibly) meets Wednesdays Projects.
open each Wednesday from tures exhibits of influential at the 25 Pine Ridge Dr. in
Almont and Dryden area 1-3 p.m. Please call LOVE, Children also enjoy a snack, Back by popular demand,
senior citizens meet the 2nd and famous hometown people story time, and a free book! Lapeer. Weigh-in at 8:30 a.m., Painterly Pottery will once
INC. at 810-245-2414 in Stop by and take a look! 9:30 a.m. meeting. Call Linda
Tuesday of the month at 12 advance to ensure your food Call the Family Literacy again be at the Goodland
p.m. at the Almont Lions Hall, The Almont Community Center today to reserve your at 810-245-3955 or Phyllis Township Library. Sat., Oct.
voucher will be received 810-395-7035 for more info.
222 Water St., for a potluck before you stop in to shop. Historical Society Museum is seat at 810-664-2737 and for 28, at noon. Painterly Pottery
and program. Call 798-8210 Any questions, please call open Saturdays from 1-4 p.m. more info on dates and times. will bring a selection of
Medical Care
for more info. Joyce Kaufman at 810-395- Please stop by and learn about Play groups available. Free 6 Halloween items for attendees
Adults 55 and over are invited 7532. your community. Society week sessions. At these FREE to paint. Items will then be
to Berlin Twp. Senior Center meetings are held at the muse- 90-minute playgroups, chil- taken back to the pottery and
um on the second Monday of dren will participate in story- Lapeer County Health fired, then returned to the
the month at 7 p.m. For more time, developmentally appro- Department, 1800 Imlay City Library for pick up. This is
info call 810-796-3355. priate games and crafts, learn Rd., Lapeer - Regular always a popular program
new skills, and enjoy a snack Immunization Clinic Hours: and advance reservations are
and social time with other (held in 2nd floor clinic area) needed. Call the Library at
Youth Events children. Parents will have the Mondays 1-3:30 p.m. Walk- 810-721-2110 and get in on the
fun!
chance to talk to other adults In, Wednesdays 8:30 a.m.-
11:30 p.m. By Appointment
One-Bedroom Apartments Now Available! There will be a special
with same-age children.
Register now for the next ses- Only, Thursdays 1-3:45 p.m.
Club News
Halloween story time for tod-
CALL TO RESERVE TODAY! dlers and their parents held at
sion! Numerous locations and
dates available. For more info
By Appointment Only.
Additional Immunization
the Goodland Township Clinics Offered: By
and to sign up call the Family
Library, 2370 N. Van Dyke, Appointment Only (held in Veterans of Foreign Wars
Literacy Center at 810-664-
www.MapleVista.org Imlay City. On Fri., Oct. 27 at 2nd floor clinic area). Walk-In (VFW) of Imlay City, Post
2737.
2492, 598 N. Almont Ave.

c
(Fairgrounds Rd.) Overseas
Veterans Meetings 2nd
Thursday, every other month,
7 p.m.; Post Meetings 1st
Thursday every month, 7
p.m.; Auxiliary Meetings 1st
Saturday of every month, 10
a.m.

AREA UNITED
St. Pauls
Almont/Dryden Masons meets
Lutheran Church 7 p.m. every 2nd Thursday of
(ELCA) the month at Masonic Center

METHODIST
200 North Cedar (M-53) 4411 Newark Road
859 N. Van Dyke Road in Almont.
Imlay City, MI Attica, MI 48412 Imlay City, Michigan 48444 The Imlay City American
810-724-1200 810-724-2702 Sunday 2:30 pm Legion Post 135 meets the 2nd

CHURCHES
Worship 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.
email: [email protected] Tuesday 7:00 pm and last Wednesdays of the
www.newlifechristian.net month at 7:30 p.m. The post is
Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Friday Youth 7:00 pm
Pastor Tim Martin located at 212 E. Third Street.
Pastor Alan Casillas Sunday 10 a.m. Service 17 firstapostolichome.com
17 17 Contact them at 724-1450 or
Attica Capac Imlay City Almont Light of Christ
17 americanlegionpost135@
frontier.com.
U.M.C. U.M.C. C.R.C.
Community
First Baptist Church The Evening Star Quilt Guild
14952 Imlay City Rd., Capac 395 N. Cedar (M-53)
27 Elk Lake Road, Attica, MI
(810) 724-0690 Church 810-395-2112 www.imlaycitycrc.org
Worship 10:00 a.m.
Wayne Boyd, Pastor Church meets the last Wednesday of
each month at the Davison
Sunday School - 9:15 am - All Ages 881 Van Dyke - 810-798-8888
Sunday Worship: 10 a.m Sunday Service: 10:30 am Sunday School 11:15 a.m. Sunday Bible Classes: 9:45 am 2720 Winslow Road Senior Center, 10135 Lapeer
Attica Food Bank: Serving those Junior Church and Nursery Available Youth Ministry Worship Services Imlay City, MI 48444 Rd. in Davison. Meetings start
MOPS Program 10:30 am & 6:00 pm
in need in Attica Twp, 2-4 pm, Bible Studies Every
Community Mens & Womens Bible Study Wednesday 7:00 pm 1 Mile South of I-69 Overpass at 6:30 p.m. and doors open at
2nd and 4th Monday Monday and Tuesday Evenings [email protected] 6 p.m. For more info call Lisa,
Tuesday Morning
Bible Studies
Live Webcasting Sunday all worship services Sunday Worship 10:30 am
Rev. Ron Rouse 810-724-4315 over Sermonaudio.com/fbcalmont 810-358-7294.
www.atticaumc.org 17
Come as you are - everyone is welcome!
17 17
Come Grow With Us! 17 Proclaiming the Sovereign Grace of God Phone: 810-724-6999 17

Dryden Imlay City Sacred Heart GATEWAY ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH
Markets
U.M.C. U.M.C. Catholic Church
ASSEMBLY
(ELCA) 109 E. Kempf Court Capac, MI
(810) 395-7557
Corner of 4th St. & Almont Ave. 700 Maple Vista, Imlay City Every Sunday Lapeer
5394 Main Street - Dryden (Across from the Library) 810-724-1135 2796 S. Van Dyke Road - Imlay City County's largest Flea Market
www.imlayumc.org 74903 McKay Rd., Romeo Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
810-796-3341 Like Us On Weekday Masses
586.336.4673
Morning Worship - 8:45 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. will be held at the Lapeer
10:30 a.m. Worship Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri 8 am Wed. 10 am Evening Service - 5:00 p.m. Center Building, 425 County
Pastor Patricia Hoppenworth First Sat. 8 am
Sunday Mornings
Nursery Available
Weekend Masses
Wednesday Family Night - 6:45 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m. Center St. in Lapeer. From 8
Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Jr. Church for K-5th grade 10:30 am Supervised child care during all services
Youth Group 6th-12th grade Sat. Vigil Mass 5 pm Adult & Children's Sunday School 9:00 a.m.
Sunday School a.m.-3 p.m. Up to 75 booths
Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. 5pm-6:30pm Sundays Sun. 9 am - English Children's Church during service.
inside and outside sell a huge
EVERYONE WELCOME! Rev. Dr. Marcel Allen Lamb
11 am - Spanish
COME & MAKE A Phone: 810-724-8110 9:00 a.m. September thru May
17 810-724-0687 17
Confessions 1/2 hr. before each Mass &4pm Sat.
Father Paul Ward DIFFERENCE WITH US! 17 Pastor Jeffrey S. Krist Staffed Nursery During Worship 17 variety of items to the public.
17
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This long-running community
West Berlin Imlay City Christ Evangelical First Congregational Church event is sponsored by the
Church of Christ Lutheran Church United Church of Christ Lapeer Center Building, a
U.M.C. 670 N. Van Dyke 1970 S. Almont Ave., Imlay City 275 Bancroft - Imlay City
non-profit organization for 60
Imlay City, MI 48444
905 Holmes Rd. - Allenton, MI at corner of Newark Rd. 201 E. St. Clair, Almont, MI years. There is no admission
Sunday Service (Corner of 5th Street)
810-724-7855 810-798-8855 charge. For info on space rent-
Corner of Almont Road Bible Study (all ages) 10:00am
Morning Worship 11:00am Sunday School 9:00 a.m. 810-724-6207 Sr. Pastor: Keith Langley als, contact Logan: 810-347-
810-395-2409 1st Sunday of the Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.
Thursday Worship 7:00 p.m.
Sunday School &Morning Adult Group 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship Service at 10:15 a.m.
Nursery available and Jr. Church
7915. Visit www.LapeerCenter.
Month Evening Service 2:30pm Worship Service 10:30 a.m. com for building rental and
Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Classes (all ages) 7:00pm Pastor Rev. Dr. Renee C. Jackson
for ages 3 thru 5th grade
Peacock Alley catering infor-
810-724-3306 Jr./Sr. High Youth Group ~ Sundays 6-8pm
Rev. Curtis Clarke COME WORSHIP WITH US!
Ralph O. Stuebs
Cell-(567) 674-0438 No matter who you are or where you are Kidz 4 Christ ~ Wednesdays 6-7:30pm mation, or call 664-2109.
17 John Barker, Minister 17 Come to the WELS 17
on lifes journey, you are welcome here! Pre-School - 5th grade Email: lapeercenter@charter.
17 17

Goodland 17
Family of St. Cornelius St. Nicholas St. John The Holy Redeemer net. The Lapeer Center
Building Flea Market has
Community Christ Catholic Church Catholic Church Evangelist
Lutheran Church - Catholic Church Lutheran Church been voted "The Best of the
Church Missouri Synod
3834 N. Mill Street, P.O. Box 208
Dryden MI 48428
4331 Capac Road 872 Capac Rd. 4538 Dryden Rd. Dryden, MI Best."
Capac, MI 48014 Allenton, MI 48002
810-796-3951
Be Our Guest!
2008 N. Van Dyke www.fmsaints.com 810-395-7074
Box 82 7191 Imlay City Road
Imlay City Weekday Masses: 810-395-7572 www.fmsaints.com www.lutheransonline.com/holyred
Imlay City, MI 48444 Bible Study - 9:00 am Wed. & Fri. 8:30 a.m. www.fmsaints.com Weekday Masses: 8:00 am - BIBLE CLASS; 9:30 am - WORSHIP
810.724.1747 Worship Time - 10:30 am Weekend Masses: Wed., Thurs. & Fri. 8:30 a.m. 11:00 am - SUNDAY SCHOOL & BIBLE CLASS
Weekend Masses:
[email protected]
Childrens Church - 10:30 am Saturday - 4:30 p.m. Weekend Masses: ALL WELCOME!!!
Worship Service: 10:00 am Phone 810-724-2620 Sunday - 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. Sunday - 11:00 a.m. Saturday - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday - 9:00 a.m. Pastor Steven Helms
Pastor Chad Hampton lutheranfamilyofchrist.org 17 Rev. Mike Gawlowski, Pastor 17 Rev. Mike Gawlowski, Pastor 17 Rev. Mike Gawlowski, Pastor 17 Christian Preschool Available 17
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Halloween fun is planned First Impressions

in Berlin Township Sunday forum this evening
Halloween party, Trunk or Treat to attend. Community invited to hear results
Get ready for more
take place at Berlin Twp. Park treats at the annual Trunk of tourists first visit to Imlay City
or Treat on Tues., Oct. 31
from 6-8 p.m. By Catherine Minolli weaknesses as seen through
By Catherine Minolli and/or decorating and park, she says. If you
the eyes of a first-time visi-
[email protected] Halloween crafts at the Event organizer Sandy dont get many trick or [email protected]
17th Annual Halloween Dzieszkowski says its a treaters at your house tor.
Party hosted by Berlin Twp. fun event for people living but you still want to pass IMLAY CITY A During the summer of
BERLIN TWP.
Park & Rec. in the country who miss out candy, come out to the Community Forum to hear 2017, four tourists visited
Theres plenty of Halloween
Along with the family handing out candy at their park and pass out your the results of a First unannounced, and their
fun in store at the Berlin
fun, the event includes door, so she hopes residents candy or treats in the park- Impressions program initi- findings will be discussed
Township Park.
games and hayrides will come out to partici- ing lot. ated by the Downtown at the forum, Walker says.
On Sunday, October
(weather permitting), pate. For more information Development Authority Along with interested
29, families are welcome to
hot dogs, cider and We need people to call the township hall at will be held this evening members of the public,
gather together from 1-4
donuts. All are welcome pass out candy at the 395-4518. (Wed., Oct. 18) at 5:30 p.m. community leaders will be
p.m. for pumpkin carving
at the Ruth Hughes Library. on hand to listen to the
DDA Director Dana results, and to plan imple-

Halloween fun in Goodland Twp. Walker says the First

Impressions program
offered through the
mentation of any sugges-
tions.
There is no charge to
attend the forum. For more
Michigan State University
Special events at the library information.
Also at the Goodland
pickup.
This is always a popu- Extension officehelps information contact Walker
By Catherine Minolli their parents will be held Twp. Library, Painterly lar program and advance rural communities learn at 810-724-2135 or email
Friday, October 27 at 10:30 Pottery is back by popular reservations are needed, about their strengths and [email protected].
[email protected]
a.m. demand! says Annette Adams,

Drunk driver sentenced

GOODLAND TWP. The story time will On Saturday, October library director.
Theres plenty of sea- include a Halloween story, 28, at noon, Painterly Call 810-721-2110 to
sonal fun on tap at the pumpkin decorating and Pottery will bring a selec- reserve a spot or for more

to three years in prison

Goodland Township more. All preschoolers and tion of Halloween items for information.
Library in the coming their parent/guardian are attendees to paint. Items The Goodland
weeks. welcome to attend. Call the will then be taken back to Township library is located
A special Halloween library at 810-721-2110 to the pottery and fired, then at 2370 N. Van Dyke, north
storytime for toddlers and reserve a spot or for more returned to the Library for of Imlay City. Richard Page reached speeds
of 96 mph with two kids in car
Regional summit By Tom Wearing
[email protected]
the crash,
and with

focuses on success
the assis-
LAPEER COUNTY tance of
A 36-year-old Grand another
Blanc man has been sen- motorist,
Lapeer Country Club the site tenced to 3-5 years in pris- were able
to remove
on for his role in a 2016
of 6th annual regional event alcohol-related crash on the injured
w o m a n
Richard
Genesee Rd. in Elba Twp. Page
LAPEER Seven counties. Richard Page was sen- from the
Thumb Region businesses Other participating tenced on October 9 by front passenger seat.
recently competed in the businesses included: Happy Lapeer County 40th Circuit After removing the
2017 Catapult Business Little Greens Farm of Court Judge Nick Holowka, female passenger, Sgt.
competition sponsored by Genesee County; Simply after he had reached a plea Brady reportedly crawled
the I-69 Thumb Region. Enjoyable Snacks of Lapeer agreement with the Lapeer beneath the overturned
The final round of the County; Imperial Sauces of County Prosecutors Office vehicle and broke out a
6th Annual Regional Tuscola County; and Kyles in July 2017. back window to gain access
Photo provided

Summit competition took Kindling of Huron County. According to Lapeer to the two children who
place Wednesday, Sept. 21 Its exciting to see County Sheriffs reports, were suspended upside
at the Lapeer Country Club. small businesses from Page was the driver in an down in the back seat.
Emerging as this years across the I-69 Thumb St. Clair County entrepreneurs earn $5,000 April 2, 2016 single-vehi- Page, who was unre-
winner was Smart Shelf Region take center stage to grant to propel their Smart Shelf LLC busi- cle crash, during which he sponsive at the scene, was
LLC of St. Clair County, show off their diverse prod- ness. and a 32-year-old female trapped and had to be extri-
which took home the ucts and businesses, said passenger were seriously cated from the vehicle by
$5,000 grand prize. Derek Bradshaw, Director 2016 to help entrepreneurs successes of 2017, and fea- injured. Elba Township firefighters.
In addition, cash prizes of the Genesee county and small-business owners ture panel discussions on Two children, ages two Further investigation
of $3,000 and $1,000, Metropolitan Planning reach the next stage in development tools and and eight months old, who of the crash revealed that
respectively, were awarded Commission. Its great to growing their businesses. incentives, and housing had been restrained in Pages blood alcohol level
to second-place winner see so many entrepreneurs The prize money is development in the seven- infant seats in the back seat was three times the legal
Town to Town Gourmet cultivating their business designed to help winning county region. of Pages 2004 Pontiac limit, and that he had been
Pastries of Shiawassee ideas. contestants retain and grow The I-69 Thumb Region Grand Prix, did not sustain driving on a suspended
County, and third-place fin- He said the competi- Michigan businesses by is a partnership of the serious injuries. license.
isher Thumb Roast Coffee tions provide small, grow- providing capital to launch, Shiawassee Economic A Sheriffs Dept. report Page initially faced
of Sanilac County. ing businesses an opportu- expand production or hire Development Partnership, indicated that Page was multiple felony charges
The I-69 Thumb Region nity to showcase and mar- staff. Flint & Genesee Chamber, traveling at 96 mph in a 55 brought forth by the Lapeer
is comprised of Lapeer, St. ket their products. The half-day regional Lapeer Development mph speed zone around County Prosecutors
Clair, Genesee, Shiawassee, The Catapult Business summit was also used to Corporation, Economic 1:34 a.m., when he lost Office.
Sanilac, Huron and Tuscola competition was created in recap major projects and Development Alliance of control of his vehicle, He pleaded guilty to a
St. Clair County, Sanilac & struck a guard rail and util- count of operating a vehi-
Huron County Economic ity pole, went airborne and cle while intoxicated caus-
Announcements Development Corporation
and Tuscola County
overturned in a ditch.
The report stated that
ing serious injury, and
driving with a suspended
Economic Development Sgt. Don Brady and Deputy license and causing serious
Corporation. Dave Barrett responded to injury.
Farleys celebrate milestone birthdays
Margaret Farley of Imlay wishes to Margaret in care of September 16, 2017.
City will celebrate her 99th Suncrest, Room 150B, Greetings may be sent to
birthday on October 26, Lapeer, MI 48446. Ruth at Independence
2017. Ruth Farley celebrated Living, 701 Market St. Room
Send cards and well- her 97th birthday on 15, Oxford, MI 48371.

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Wedemeyer completes basic training
U.S. Air Force National
Guard Airman 1st Class
Jacob T. Wedemeyer
graduated from basic
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Page 12-A-TRI-CITY TIMES-OCTOBER 18, 2017

Count: Almont gains students, others see losses

from page 1-A ed a gain of 34 from the
percent. prior Count Day in the
In Imlay City, the stu- spring of 2017.
dent body numbers 2,055. Supt. Dr. Bill Kalmar
That represents a decline said the district has been
from one year ago but is a recalculating numbers for
smaller drop than they many months now but its
anticipated. for a good reason.
While our enrollment Our projections, when
has declined by 16 students we adopted out budget in
overall, it is still 11 stu- June, were for 1,461
dents greater than what because we had a large
was budgeted for, which is senior class graduating and

Photo by Maria Brown

a positive. Our Board has a smaller kindergarten.
been very careful to be Over the summer though,
mindful of our projections the registrations kept com-
and conservative in setting ing. In September we

Photo provided
a budget. This is just one revised our budget to a
of many examples in which Third graders in Cheryl Maras class assemble projection of 1,490, which
that approach really helps for an event last month outside of Capac we still beat by 12,he
the district maintain a Elementary School. The district lost students said. The Governors Deputy Press Secretary Jordan
healthy budget, and it has in the fall count but far fewer than expected. Among the 1,502 Kennedy and Communications Intern Chloe
certainly served us well in Almont students are 356 Kosinski discuss the tasks at hand at the
this regard, Supt. Dr. Stu dents but fewer than what In Dryden, the prelimi- who come to the district Communications Division in Lansing.
Cameron said. they had budgeted. nary numbers tallied 490. through the Schools of
The economy and job
opportunities seem to keep
Supt. Jeff Terpenning
said their tally on October
Our count is down
from last year, but over
Choice program.
The largest growth Intern: Imlay grad lands
influencing those numbers 4 was 955, a decline from what we had budgeted. among those students was
too. Cameron reports that
11 students departed Imlay
the 2016 fall Count Day.
Their 2017-18 school year
This is great for us, espe-
cially being such a small
among families which had
lived in Almont, moved
job in Governors office
City School just two days budget accounted for 890 district, Supt. Mary into a different district, and from page 1-A
before Count Day, many students, a difference of 65 Finnigan said. still wanted their children Chloe says shes sur-
moving out of the area or to the positive. I am hopeful that to be educated here., prised by the diversity in
state. We can adjust our rev- things will start to trend Kalmar said. the City of Lansing, and
Weve been able to enue side and hope that our up. Retaining your stu- encourages people to
mitigate large drops in expenses dont climb over Some of our newer pro- dents is something all of check it out for them-
enrollment by continuing the winter, Terpenning grams are gaining traction, our employees should be selves.
to offer new programs, said. like the Early College, very proud of, as it really The thing I find the
maintain services, and real- Well hang on to that Montessori and personal- demonstrates how much most surprising in Lansing
ly focus on connections money for now. We want ized learning. our families believe in the is the variety in everything
and relationships here in to make sure we can main- In Almont, the district value of an Almont the city has to offer, she
the district, Cameron said. tain those student num- counted 1,502 students on Community Schools edu- says. From the architec-
Capac also lost stu- bers. October 4 which represent- cation. ture of the buildings,
events occurring, unique
food choices, etc. There is
always something new and
exciting happening at the
Capitol whether it is a
school field trip or a com-
mittee meeting. There is
always a reason for people
to be out and about. Chloe Kosinski enjoys
While one might think the diverse surround-
her job title means lots of ings at the
interaction with the Communications
Governor Rick Snyder, Division in the state
Chloes day-to-day activi- Capitol.
ties dont include many
firsthand exchanges. gated by elected members
Photo provided

The Governor has of the Senate, she says.

been at events that I have My day in the
been a part of, but I have Communications Division
Area veterans and their guests pack the gymnasium at Dryden High School during last years worked directly with the is never dull!
Appreciation Dinner hosted by VET. First Lady of Michigan, While juggling her
Sue Snyder, she says. high level job, Chloe is

Dinner: Free appreciation event for veterans In that regard, Chloe

recently helped to host the
3rd Annual Lets End
finishing up her Bachelor
of Arts Degree at Central
Michigan University. Ever
from page 1-A acknowledged the commu- cause may submit donations Facebook page; or by Campus Sexual Assault the achiever, shell gradu-
Dryden High School and nitys support for the by mail to: Veterans Esteem emailing to: our.vet.team@ Summit at Eastern ate a semester early with a
drew about 300 veterans Esteem Team and its efforts Team, 4940 Van Dyke Rd., gmail.com Michigan University. BAA major in Integrative
and guests. to acknowledge veterans Brown City, MI 48416. We want to invite all It was an incredible Public Relations and
This years event and those currently serving. Respond ASAP of our local veterans to join experience to be a part of minor in Event
includes a full buffet din- This dinner would not Koning urges all veter- us on Nov. 4, said the process and see the Management.
ner, three speakers and be possible without the sup- ans and spouses wishing to Koning. He added event unfold from begin- Chloe says shes not
entertainment by Almont port and generosity of the attend the Nov. 4 that the Esteem Team is ning to end, she says. sure what her career path
High School Band, the local community and local Appreciation Dinner to asking that those interested Now that the Summit looks like at the moment,
Hackwells band and a charities, he said. RSVP by calling 810-346- respond by Saturday, Oct. is over, her daily routine in but shes quite certain
comedian. He added that anyone 3560; by going to the RSVP 21, for the purpose of plan- Lansing has changed. about her ideal job descrip-
Benjamin Koning interested in supporting the form on the organizations ning. Now my tasks vary tion.
greatly depending on what It is a dream of mine
needs to be done each to work for a PR firm that
day, she says. From does branding and promo-
media advisories, website tion for non-profits that
editing, creating graphics helps benefit youth in
for social media, transcrib- underserved communities,
ing video content, and she says. It is also a
writing up different mes- dream of mine to do pro-
sages for any type of gram development for a
event. Christian-based organiza-
She says things also tion that works with juve-
pop up on a regular basis, niles.
which adds variety to her Chloe is the daughter
job. of Mike and Dawn
Unique things come Kosinski of Imlay City.
up that I have the opportu- Her younger sister, Claudia
nity to attend, such as an Kosinski, is a freshman at
Appropriations Committee Central Michigan
meeting which was dele- University.
Photo by Paula Parisot

Imlay City DDA Director Dana Walker, Barb Yockey of the Chamber of Commerce, Mike Carpenter
of Rowe, Inc., Commissioner Frank Demske, Mayor Walt Bargen, Police Chief Scott Pike, DPW
Supervisor Ed Priehs, Max Wiggins of James P. Contracting and City Manager Tom Youatt cut rib-
bon on M-21 roadway project last Wednesday.

Smooth: Improvements come in under budget

from page 1-A tion of lights along a por- City commissioners He said the delay could
tion of the Polly Ann Trail. recently approved the con- actually have some advan-
upgrades on M-53, the Youatt said DTEcrews struction of a 400-foot tages.
M-21 project featured a so- will soon install 22 LED landscaped median to wel- There may well be a
called road diet, which lights along the trail at a come visitors as they enter silver lining to this, said
reduced the number of cost of nearly $100,000. the Imlay City limits. Youatt. Waiting until
lanes from four to three and It is hoped the new The median project, spring will be more condu-
added a dedicated center lighting will increase visi- expected to cost between cive to the planting of
turn lane from Van Dyke to bility and public safety, $150,000-$200,000, will perennials.
Almont Avenue. while reducing incidents of include brick pavers, vari- We might even be able
The center turn lane is vandalism on the trail. ous grasses and perennials, to get better bids.
Photo provided

designed to slow traffic and Wait until spring decorative lighting and a Regardless of when it
provide greater safety for Youatt said the pro- Gateway entrance sign. happens, Youatt said the
motorists wishing to access posed construction of a of Youatt said the Federal Gateway median project
businesses along Capac Rd. Gateway median project Highway Administration will be consistent with Imlay City grad Chloe Kosinski on the steps of
Let there be lights on M-53, north of I-69 will must first review the final the citys continued appli- her new place of employment at the state
Another upcoming now have to wait until plans before moving for- cation of an M-53 Corridor Capitol as Communications Intern for the
project will be the installa- spring. ward with the project. Plan. Executive Office of Governor Rick Snyder.
 Page 13-A-TRI-CITY TIMES-OCTOBER 18, 2017

Dispatch log...
Editors note: The fol- Rd. in Berlin Twp. in the 4100 block of S. Mill
lowing is a compilation of property damage acci- St. in Dryden
activity and reports from dent in the 2100 block of suspicious circum-
area police departments: Berville Rd. in Berlin Twp. stance in the 3100 block of
October 13 Newark Rd. in Attica Twp.
In Imlay City: lost property in the 110 road hazard on east-
October 11 block of N. Main St. in bound I-69 in Attica Twp.
05:16 Private Property Capac personal injury acci-
Damage Accident (600 suspicious circum- dent on S. Doran Rd. in
block S. Cedar St.) stance in the 110 block of Imlay Twp.
06:41 Deer in Roadway N. Main St. in Capac assist citizen in the
(N. Blacks Corners Rd./W. car/deer accident at 3100 block of Bowers Rd.
Imlay City Rd.) Capac Rd. and westbound in Attica Twp.
07:28 Alarm (2000 I-69 ramp noise complaint in the
block S. Cedar St.) intrusion alarm in the 2000 block of S. Lake
14:21 Property 350 block of W. Kempf Ct. Pleasant Rd. in Attica Twp.
Damage Accident (700 in Capac assault in the 3000
block S. Cedar St.) vehicle in the ditch at block of N. Lake Pleasant
18:15 Civil Dispute Miller and Belle River Rd. in Attica Twp.
(1900 block S. Cedar St.) roads in Berlin Twp. October 15
23:14 Suspicious fraud in the 8200 block property damage acci-
Person (2000 block S. Van of Mason Rd. in Lynn Twp. dent on S. Doran Rd. in
Dyke Rd.) Multiple fraud in the 1300 block Imlay Twp.
Traffic Stops throughout of Capac Rd. in Berlin Twp. road hazard in the 1700
the day October 14 block of S. Summers Rd. in

Photo by Maria Brown

October 12 fire in the 5400 block Attica Twp.
14:21 Assault (E. of Burton Rd. in Mussey property damage acci-
Capac Rd./N. Cedar St.0 Twp. dent on N. Van Dyke in
14:39 Suspicious suspicious circum- Goodland Twp.
Circumstance (400 block S. stance in the 3200 block of October 16
Almont Ave.) Capac Rd. in Capac property damage acci-
15:30 Parking
Enforcement (200 block
suspicious circum-
stance in the 250 block of
dent on Lum Rd. inAttica
Twp. Main Street repairs begin
Weston St.) E. Kempf Ct. in Capac abandoned auto in the
19:22 Private Property shots heard in the 4200 2500 block of Long Lake Concrete repairs on MainStreet in Capac are now underway. The
Damage Accident (300 block of Martin Rd. in Rd. in Attica Twp. council authorized spending $25,000 to have Kerson Concrete of
block S. Cedar St.) Mussey Twp. suspicious circum- Lapeer remove and replace portions of the road downtown. Drivers
October 13 October 15 stance on N. Van Dyke in can expect single lane closures during the two week project.
03:38 Citizen Assist fire at Cade and Roehl Goodland Twp.
(N. Cedar St./E. Capac Rd.) roads in Mussey Twp.
10:40 Assist Almont suspicious circum-
Police Department with
Breaking and Entering (100
stance at Capac Rd. and
I-69 in Mussey Twp.
Obituaries
block E. Washington St.) welfare check in the
13:30 Property 3300 block of Knoll Rd. in ~ Alphonse Al Malin, 86 ~
Damage Accident (1800 Mussey Twp.
block S. Cedar St.) October 16 Alphonse Al Malin, growing up and holding brother-in-law, George
17:08 Suspicious animal complaint at S. of Marion, MI, passed many sing alongs over the Chandler.
Circumstances (500 block Walker and E. Meier streets away on Friday, October years. Al and Doris loved Visitation for friends
S. Cedar St.) in Capac 13, 2017, at the to travel and to entertain, and family was held on
18:29 Narcotics (500 assist motorist at west- Autumnwood of McBain they enjoyed living life to Monday, October 16, 2017
block E. Capac Rd.) bound I-69 and Martin Rd. nursing home. He was 86. the fullest together. at St, Agnes Catholic
18:42 Citizen Assist in Mussey Twp. Al was born Alphonse Al is survived by his Church in Marion, with
(600 block Cambridge Ln.) Theodore Malinowski, on wife, Doris, residing at the visitation time con-
19:00 Citizen Assist In Lapeer County: July 14, 1931, to Alfons Autumnwood of McBain; cluding with the recitation
(600 block Cambridge Ln.) Complaints handled by and Lottie (Witkowski) three children, Leon Malin of the rosary. A Mass of
19:21 Warrant Pickup the Lapeer County Sheriffs Malinowski in Detroit, of Marion, Doreen (Jim) Christian burial
(200 block Palmer St.) Department, in addition to MI. He grew up in Slater of Cadillac, and took place on Tuesday,
20:51 Hit and Run traffic stops: Memphis, MI and was a Denise (Kevin) Miller of October 17, 2017 also at
Accident (6500 block October 10 graduate of Capac High Marion; six grandchildren, St. Agnes Catholic
Newark Rd.) property damage acci- School. It was during this tinued to work downstate, Ben (Lauren) Ashmore, Church. Officiating was
Numerous Traffic dent on Imlay City Rd. in time when he met his high along with building a fam- Daniel Malin, Jessica Rev. Joseph Fix. Interment
Stops were made through- Attica Twp. school sweetheart and ily campground in Marion Miller, Jadin Miller, was at Greenwood
out the day. driving while license love of his life, Doris Ann known to many as Scenic Jennifer Slater, and Cemetery in Marion.
October 14 suspended on Imlay City Clark. The two were wed Pine Lodge. Al enjoyed Stephanie Slater; one Memorial contribu-
01:09 Chase/Pursuit Rd. in Attica Twp. in holy matrimony on the art of sculpting and great-granddaughter, tions may be directed to
(S. VanDyke Rd./WB I-69) civil matter in the 200 October 21, 1950, cele- loved passing the time Presley Ashmore; two sis- the Alzheimers
14:37 Domestic block of Springer Lane in brating nearly 67 years making his next work of ters, Belbina (Bill) Dishno Association.
Assault (200 block E. Attica Twp. together. Shortly after art out of anything he of Colorado Springs, CO Condolences and
Borland Rd.) noise complaint in the becoming married, Al was could find. Al and Doris and Theresa Chandler of memories may be shared
23:50 Citizen Assist 2200 block of Miller Rd. in drafted into the United spent their lives dancing Mansfield, OH; as well as with the family online at
(1900 block S. Cedar St.) Attica Twp. States Army during the and loving music. He many other loving family www.fosnaught-Holdship.
Numerous Traffic misdemeanor arrest Korean War. After proudly could play several instru- members and friends. com
Stops were made through- warrant in the 1900 block serving his country, he ments but mostly enjoyed He was preceded in The family is being
out the day. of S. Cedar St. in Imlay returned home to Doris the organ, playing it daily death by his parents, a sis- served by the Fosnaught-
October 15 City and began school at Ferris for Doris and the kids ter, Leona Morey, and a Holdship Funeral Home.
18:15 911 wireless 911 hang up call in the State Institute, studying in
Hang Up (E. Capac Rd./ N.
Cedar St.)
3000 block of Haines Rd. in
Attica Twp.
the architectural field. In ~ Marilyn Sharrard Facha, 73 ~
the late 50s Al and Doris
19:27 Welfare Check driving while license settled in Clawson, MI Marilyn Sharrard Marilyn is survived by
(600 block W. St. Clair St.) suspended on N. Lake where they began a family Facha, 73, of Sacramento, her husband, Clarence
Numerous Traffic Pleasant Rd. in Attica Twp. of three children; Leon, California, passed away on Facha; daughters, Kelly
Stops were made through- October 11 Doreen and Denise. Al October 10, 2017. She was Kittle of Sacramento, CA,
out the day. assist motorist on S. made his living working born September 18th, 1944 Traci (Ray) Drury of
October 16 Lake Pleasant Rd. in Attica with Lewis G. Redstone to Maurice and Marie Charlotte, NC; grand-
10:02 ID Fraud (500 Twp. and Associates Sharrard of Imlay City, daughter, Erica Jaramillo
block W. Fourth St.) October 13 Architectural Firm retiring Michigan. She was a 1962 of Sacramento, CA; sister
12:07 Found Property welfare check in the graduate of Imlay City Linda (Gene) Thompson of
after numerous years of
(1900 block S. Cedar St.) 5700 block of Imlay City High School. Imlay City, MI, brothers,
service.
13:54 Neighbor Rd. in Attica Twp. Marilyn was preceded James (Jessica) Sharrard of
In 1973 the couple
Dispute (500 block Metcalf alarms in the 2700 in death by her parents, Las Vegas, NV and Jac
relocated to Marion, pur-
St.) block of Van Dyke Rd. in Maurice and Marie and (Cecilia) Sharrard of
chasing property and
15:19 Juvenile Imlay Twp. infant grandson, Cortland. Mission Viejo, CA.
building a home. Al con-
Compliant (100 block N. property damage acci-
Almont Ave.) dent on eastbound I-69 in
16:09 Welfare Check
(S. Cedar St./E. Borland
Imlay Twp.
illegal dumping in the
~ Vicki Lynn Whitehead, 69 ~
Rd.) 4400 block of Cedar Park Vicki Lynn Whitehead, She is survived by her Armour of Marion, MI; date. Arrangements were
20:31 Threats (2000 Dr. in Attica Twp. 69, of Washington Twp., husband, Fredrick many nieces and nephews. entrusted to Muir Brothers
block S. Almont Ave.) road hazard in the 800 passed away Saturday, Whitehead of Idaho; her She was preceded in death Funeral Home-Almont. To
Multiple Traffic Stops block of Brown City Rd. in October 14, 2017 at Henry children, Charles Jerome by her parents. sign the online guestbook
throughout the day. Imlay Twp. Ford Macomb Hospital in Heig of Knoxville, TN, A Memorial Service is please visit www.
personal injury acci-
Clinton Twp. She was Donald Michael Heig of being planned for a later MuirBrothers.com.
In St. Clair County: dent on East Imlay City Rd.
born March 3, 1948 in Honolulu, HI, Stephen
Police and emergency
responders responded to
in Imlay Twp.
road hazard on S.
Terra Haute, Indiana. She Joseph Heig of ~ Elizabeth Betty
graduated from Utica High Washington, MI, David
dispatch calls for these inci-
dents, in addition to traffic
Summers Rd. in Attica Twp.
property damage acci- School then attended the Patrick Heig of Twenty- (Beaudette) Smith, 95 ~
stops: dent in the 900 block of N. University of Hawaii. She nine Palms, CA, Traci
October 11 Blacks Corners Rd. in Imlay earned her Masters Lynn Esquibel of Nashville Elizabeth Betty 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the
assist motorist in the Twp. Degree in English TN and Michelle Elizabeth (Beaudette) Smith, age West Berlin Township
15000 block of westbound property damage acci- Literature from Oakland Coleman of Madison 95, of Munising and for- Cemetery in Allenton,
I-69 in Mussey Twp. dent on eastbound I-69 in University. Vicki was a Heights, MI; 21 grandchil- merly of Capac, MI, died MI. A fellowship lun-
animal complaint in Attica Twp. published author and dren and many great- Thursday, June 1, 2017, cheon will follow the
the 14000 block of Foley assist other law enjoyed teaching, especial- grandchildren. Also sur- at Munising Memorial committal.
Rd. in Mussey Twp. enforcement in the 6500 ly disadvantaged and spe- viving are brother, Stephen Hospital following a brief Bettys obituary and
welfare check in the block of Newark Rd. in cial needs children. The Kleinhans of Almont; sis- illness. guestbook may be viewed
14000 block of Pine Knoll Imlay City loves of her life were her ters, Linda Kleinhans of Interment will be and signed at bowerman-
Lane in Mussey Twp. October 14 grandchildren. Washington, MI and Kelly Saturday, October 21, funeralhome.net
October 12 fleeing and eluding on
breaking and entering S. Van Dyke in Imlay Twp.
in the 200 block of E. Mill
St. in Capac
DNR order violation in
the 3800 block of Earl West
To share one of these obituaries with a friend or a loved-one
reckless driving in the
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Page 14-A-TRI-CITY TIMES-OCTOBER 18, 2017

Fire Safety
Open Houses

Photo by Tom Wearing

Area fire departments
opened their doors to Weston Elementary student crawls to safety

Photo by Tom Wearing

during mock fire escape drill led by Imlay City

offer safety tips, food

firefighters.

Imlay City firefighter Craig Ross assists kin- and tours to the public
dergarten student Madison Pauley during her
turn at the nozzle on Thursday afternoon. this week.

Photo by Tom Wearing

Jaxon Kozik, 6, displays his balloon and fire
hat during pancake breakfast at Almont Fire
Hall. Hes joined by dad and mom, Michael and
Nicole Kozik, and Riley Kanirie.

Photo by Debra Wegner

Photo by Debra Wegner

Chance Williams, 16, and his mom Kyle Kilburn, and brother Mark Williams, 17, gather fire safety
materials from Dryden Medical First Responder Belinda Wagner at Saturdays Open House at the
Dryden Fire Hall.

William Bennett, 6, crawls with determination

through the first leg of the new childrens
obstacle course at the Dryden Fire Hall.
Photo by Debra Wegner
Photo by Tom Wearing

Almont residents Kevin Miller, 4-month-old Audrey Napolitano, 11, crawls through small
Claire, Kelly Schapman, Avery Schapman, 3, tunnel at the new obstacle course during
and Ron Schapman were all smiles for camera. Saturdays Open House at the Dryden Fire Hall.
Photo by Tom Wearing

Girl power was on full display at the Almont

Fire Hall on Sunday, as evidenced by the wide
smiles of Meg, Nora and Kate Yarbrough, and
their friend Mia Mincini.
Photo by Tom Wearing

Jon Gray, 9, of Almont

Pack 131 rocks his
Daniel Boone coon-
skin cap; pictured with Some of the Almont Fire Departments new recruits serve up breakfast
his dad, Ron Gray. to hundreds of attendees at Sundays pancake breakfast.
Photo by Tom Wearing

Liam Alberts, 5, revs up the fire siren, while

six-year-old Jase Smith takes the wheel of a
historic Almont fire truck on Sunday morning.
Photo by Tom Wearing

Photo by Tom Wearing

Two-year-old Benjamin
Imlay City Fire Capt. Scott Stone teaches Weston Elementary students Rienas is decked out
potentially life-saving fire safety protocol during annual Fire Prevention in full turnout gear at Youngsters seat themselves in the back seat of
Week activities at the downtown fire hall. He was assisted by retired pancake breakfast at an Imlay City fire truck as part of the depart-
firefighter Louis Kepler and firefighters Craig Ross and Eric Schwalbe. the Almont fire hall. ments annual Fire Safety Week activities.
 Page 15-A-TRI-CITY TIMES-OCTOBER 18, 2017

HomeStead Honey farm

joins All Things Detroit
Drydens Sherrie Logan is one lis and health and wellness
products.
of 250-plus vendors on Nov. 5 We process our honey
in small batches with no
By Tom Wearing sumers locally and across added heat or pasteuriza-
[email protected] the state. tion that can damage bene-
The family owned and ficial enzymes, pollen and
DRYDEN Sherrie operated apiary on Sutton nutrients, says Logan.
Logan knows when to mind Road utilizes natural prac- Every jar is bottled with
her own beeswax. tices beneficial to a sustain- care to retain the honeys
And thats all the time. able beekeeping business. integrity, right from our
The owner of Logan says HomeStead hives to consumers.
HomeStead Honey Bee offers 100 percent pure raw All Things Michigan
Farm in Dryden, Logans Michigan honey, along A strong advocate for

Photo provided
honey-related products are with bee pollen, beeswax all Michigan-made prod-
creating a buzz among con- candles, royal jelly, propo- ucts, Logan will soon join
more than 250 business
owners all the 2017 All Sherrie will be taking her various honey-based products to the 2017 All
Things Detroit vendors Things Detroit vendors show on Nov. 5th at the Eastern Market.
show on Sunday, Nov. 5
from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at shopping may purchase her products.
Detroits Eastern Market. $15 Beat the Crowd tickets I got involved in (All
Promoter Stephanie online at: https://app.gopas- Things Detroit) in
Casola of Prologue Detroit, sage.com/events/all-things- November 2015 and
said All Things Detroit is detroit-food-truck-rally- havent missed one since,
hosted three times a year by easternmarket. Logan says. Its my favor-
Jennyfer Crawford of Ask Beat the Crowd ticketh- ite event of the year.
Jennyfer. olders will gain access to She expects her
Beat the Crowd the event at 9:30 a.m. for a Elderberry Wellness honey
Casola noted that the full hour of shopping before to be particularly popular at
event typically attracts the doors open. this years event.
more than 12,000 to the They will also receive It is infused with
Market, located at 2934 beverage vouchers courte- elderberries, propolis,
Russell Street. sy of Faygo; a free All tumeric, ginger, cinna-
Tickets are still $5-$15 Things Detroit tote bag; mon, Logan says. Not
Photo provided

if purchased in advance. and a food truck voucher. only is it delicious, it has

Children age 12 and under Regardless of when the amazing benefits for your Sherrie Logan identi-
are admitted free. crowd arrives, Logan antic- body. fied her Elderberry
Sherrie Logan, owner of the HomeStead Honey Those wishing to arrive ipates a steady flow of cus- Its our most popular Wellness honey as a
Farm in Dryden displays a honeycomb. early to get a head start on tomers eager to purchase honey by far, she says. top-selling product.

Ed Tech Center recognized for being MIHEARTSafe

LAPEER COUNTY medical emergencies. brillator) drill weeks to coaches including 100 per- form endorsed by the HEARTSafe application.
The Michigan In order for a school to remind schools about the cent of head varsity coach- MHSAA. Public Act 12 of 2014
Departments of Health and receive a MI HEARTSafe importance of practicing es and 100 percent of P.E. Since the launch of the requires all schools (grades
Human Services School designation, it must for this type of emergency. staff; accessible, properly MI HEARTSafe program kindergarten to 12) to have
(MDHHS), and Education perform at least one cardiac Other requirements for maintained and inspected in 2014, at least three peo- a cardiac emergency
(MDE); American Heart emergency response drill the MI HEARTSafe award AEDs with signs identify- ple suffering sudden cardi- response plan in place, and
Association (AHA); per year. This school year, include having a written ing their location; and ac arrest are known to have Public Act 388 of 2016
Michigan High School MAP-SCDY has identified medical emergency ensure pre-participation been successfully resusci- requires CPR and AED
Athletic Association the weeks of November response plan and team; sports screening of all stu- tated at schools that were instruction for pupils
(MHSAA); and Michigan 6-10, 2017 and February current CPR/AED certifi- dent athletes using the cur- preparing for or had recent- enrolled in grades 7 through
Alliance for Prevention of 5-9, 2018 as CPR/AED cation of at least 10 percent rent physical and history ly submitted a MI 12.
Sudden Cardiac Death of (automated external defi- of staff, and 50 percent of
the Young (MAP-SCDY)
today awarded 125 schools
in Michigan with the MI
HEARTSafe School desig-
nation which recognizes
schools that are prepared to
respond to cardiac emer-
gencies.
Among those recog-
nized is the Lapeer County
Education and Technology
Center.
Photo by Kevin Kissane

Sudden cardiac death

of a young person is tragic
and some of these events
Caring is Our Calling
ASSISTED LIVING & MEMORY CARE
can be prevented with fast,
appropriate medical
response within three to
Raiders crown royalty
Come take a tour and be prepared
five minutes said Dr. Eden
Wells, chief medical execu-
tive of MDHHS. Gillian Nichols and Kyle Madrazo were
It is always wonderful crowned the 2017 Homecoming queen and
to see communities come king at halftime of Fridays football game
together to help prepare against Imlay City. The Raiders came away
schools to respond to these with the win.

Hoopin hope
The 7th and 8th grade girls
Imlay City basketball program
hosted their fifth annual
Hoopin For a Cure fundrais-
ing event on Thursday at the
middle school gym. Madison
Hall, Mary Lengemann, Ana
Lengemann and Jaya Forti
sold pink bracelets and rib-
bons before the game against
Richmond. Players wore
shirts that honored family and
friends whove battled cancer.
Proceeds from the event will
be given to the American
Cancer Society and Breast
Cancer Research Foundation.

Check out our Facebook page to see what we do!

Angelicas Place Assisted Living and Memory Care - Romeo
We are here for You
328 E. Lafayette Romeo, MI
Photo by Maria Brown

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Page 16-A-TRI-CITY TIMES-OCTOBER 18, 2017

Winter Rovers plan 50th

Organizers seek contact info on past members
By Catherine Minolli Potter says the Capac of members that were in
[email protected] Winter Rovers is one of the the club, Potter says.
oldest clubs in existence in Shes sent out 150 invi-
TRI-CITY AREA Michigan, having formed tations, and just four of
Ready or not, snowmobile in 1967. them have been returned
season is right around the The club is seeking thus far. Shes hoping to
corner. addresses and information send out more.
The winter-loving on anyone who was ever a I am missing about 30
enthusiasts of the Capac member in the past 50 addresses, Potter says.
Winter Rovers Snowmobile years to come and share With the club forming in
Club will celebrate with a stories of their time as 1967 some of our members
50 Year Reunion on members. have passed on and some
November 4 at Holly With everyone having have moved out of the area. The Capac Winter Rovers Snowmobile Club is prepping for a big 50 year
Meadows Golf Course in cell phones nowadays it is My hope is that the people reunion/celebration on November 4th at Holly Meadows.
Capac. very hard to find in the that have received their
Club secretary Cindy local phone book addresses invitation will pass on the get some help with that Christmas drive and canned Casino raffle. Trail tags
information to their friend information at the reunion goods to support the Capac will be available to pur-
or relative that they know to have for the history of Food Pantry. chase.

Noffert that was once a member.

Adding to the difficulty
locating former members,
the club.
The November 4 50th
Anniversary celebration
This is a tradition that
the club has done since
1987, she says.
Potter adds that a trip to
Brimley in the Upper
Peninsula to ride for four

Dental
2034 S. ALMONT AVE, IMLAY CITY
Potter says 13 years of
minutes taken from the
clubs early years have
been lost.
starts at 6 p.m., dinner fol-
lows at 7 p.m. The cost is
$20 per person.
Potter says all who
Along with dinner and
socializing, the event
includes a Silent Auction
with a variety of items
days is scheduled for
February 8-11, 2018.
Anyone interested in
attending the 50th Reunion
810.683.5516 I am unsure of just attend are asked to bring an donated from area friends, Celebration is asked to
when some of the first unwrapped toy for a boy or merchants and snowmobile contact Cindy Potter at
Come join us on members actually joined, girl to support the Berville dealers; a 50/50 raffle and a 810-395-2487, or 810-650-
November 2nd, 2017 for the she says. I am hoping to Lions Club Annual free night at the Brimley 1142 by October 25.

23rd Annual Plaid Shirt Night

County employee victorious in appeals court
We will be giving away LAPEER With free section 9 of the states exercise this right by send- In a three judge decision,
Noffert Dental merchandise. legal assistance from Public Employment ing Teamsters Local 214 the Court of Appeals over-
National Right to Work Relations Act (PERA) union officials a member- ruled MERC and ruled that
Legal Defense Foundation Teamsters officials unlaw- ship resignation letter Teamsters officials violat-
Doors open at 5 p.m. staff attorneys, a Lapeer fully refused to recognize along with a check-off ed the law by rejecting her
and the Program begins at 7 p.m. county employee has won her check-off authorization authorization revocation. revocation request. The
at Capac High School a ruling at the Michigan revocation. She also sent a similar let- decision requires Teamsters
State Court of Appeals in a House had been a ter to Lapeer County, officials to recognize her
lawsuit challenging member of Teamsters which immediately revocation status, after a

We hope to see you there! Teamsters Local 214 union

officials illegal refusal to
honor her attempt to stop
Local 214 since August 17,
2000, and had signed a
dues check-off authoriza-
stopped deducting dues
and fees from Houses
paycheck.
long three year legal battle.
Rather than work to
attract workers voluntary
payment of union dues as tion permitting the union However, Teamsters support, Michigan union
is her right under to take union dues and fees Local 214 officials bosses have responded to
Michigans Right to Work from her wages. At the responded that they were Michigans Right to Work
law. time Michigan did not refusing to recognize her law with a campaign to
In 2013, Tina House have a Right to Work law, check-off withdrawal. ignore the law and stifle
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officials for violating her
rights under Michigans
ers could be required to
pay dues or fees to a union
as a condition of employ-
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tion during a narrow
seeking to stop payment of
union dues or fees, said
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Rural Lifestyles
Is poultry the 4-H project for me?
TRI-CITY AREA four to five weeks of age. should get you the supplies
The 4-H poultry project is Make sure your coop is you need if you are starting
an awesome 4-H project for predator-proof. There are from scratch. If you have a
youth who may be interest- several natural predators to garage or outbuilding avail-
ed in a project that has the birds; the most prevalent in able, you can modify it to
potential to be entrepre- Michigan are raccoons, provide a coop space. You
neurial. Birds generally do opossums, rats, fox, wea- will need special poultry
not take a significant sels and dogs. Although feeders and waterers that
amount of space and, you may not be able to can be purchased from your
depending on the type of make your coop 100 per- local feed store starting
bird you select, there may cent predator-proof, you around $10 for very basic

Photo by Maria Brown

be an opportunity to profit can be diligent in protect- products.
from your project. ing your birds by construct- The cost of the animal
Poultry projects consist ing it well using proven is another factor. What you
of chickens, turkeys, ducks methods of protection. are going to focus on
or geese. Chickens are the There are several coop meat birds, egg laying birds
most common 4-H project, designs available online, or fancy type show birds
so for the purpose of this from do-it-yourself to pre- will determine what you Sisters Sophie and Madelyn DeSelm of North Branch with their bantam
article, we will focus on fabricated coops that can be spend on the animal itself. chickens at the 2017 Eastern Michigan State Fair in Imlay City.
chickens, but the informa- purchased at your local Meat and egg layers can be
tion will still be applicable farm supply store. purchased from vendors reside. All bedding will Katie Ockert, was published your email inbox, visit
for the other poultry spe- Budget such as Townline Poultry have to be periodically by Michigan State http://www.msue.msu.edu/
cies. The amount of money for about $3 per bird and replaced as you clean the University Extension. For newsletters. To contact an
Housing you have to spend on your discounts are sometimes coop. more information, visit expert in your area, visit
Birds are kept in vari- project is another factor given for larger quantities. Time commitment http://www.msue.msu.edu. http://expert.msue.msu.edu,
ous housing situations. The that should be considered. If you are looking for fan- Poultry projects are not To have a digest of informa- or call 888-MSUE4MI
most standard form of Some of the expenses to cy-type show birds, contact a highly labor intensive tion delivered straight to (888-678-3464).
housing for birds is a coop. factor into your budget are a local breeder who can project. Feed and water
A coop offers a small struc- any housing needs or help you identify different birds twice per day. Daily
ture for birds to go in and improvements that may breeds. Fancy birds can observation is critical to
lay eggs or roost for the
night, with an outdoor area
need to be made; the pur-
chase price of the animal;
range from $25-$100 or
more, depending on the
creating a base line for
what the animals normal
Weather For the week of
for them to exercise and
scratch to catch bugs. Meat
feed and bedding; and any
medical costs.
quality of the bird.
Bedding and litter.
behavior is. If your chick-
ens are laying eggs, you
almanac October 10-16
and laying birds can be kept Lets break it down. There are a few different will have to collect eggs
in this type of housing. Housing costs. Coop options for bedding or litter each day. You will also Lapeer station Emmett station
Chicks should be kept costs will vary depending in your coop. You can use need to clean coops out
in a brooder where the tem- on how you choose to build wood shavings that can be regularly and provide clean,
Minimum temp. Minimum temp.
perature can be kept at a it. The pre-fabricated coops purchased from a local fresh bedding. Additionally, 31.7 on Monday, 16th 36.9 on Monday, 16th
constant until the birds are available for purchase at farm store for about $7 per birds you intend on show-
ready for an environment your local farm supply bag, or straw. Straw can be ing need to be handled reg-
Maximum temp. Maximum temp.
that changes throughout the store run between $70 and purchased for about $4 per ularly so they become used 67.7 on Friday, 13th 69.3 on Sunday, 15th
day. Birds can transition $1,000. If you are building bale, depending on the time to performing the show-
out of the brooder at around your own, a $500 budget of year and the area you manship steps and learn Rainfall Rainfall
how to be properly posed 1.19 inches 1.5 inches
for show.
Proper biosecurity prac- Growing Degree Days Growing Degree Days
tices need to be carried out for corn development: for corn development:
with poultry flocks, which
includes keeping equipment Current: 2,675 Current: 2,724
clean, limiting visitors to Forecast: 2,746 Forecast: 2,784
see your birds, regular hand
washing and keeping a sin-
gle pair of shoes and clothes Growing degree days are accumulated from
designated for when you March 1 and forecast through Oct. 23.
care for your birds. Poultry
carry salmonella, so always Weather data courtesy of Enviro-weather,
wash your hands before and
after interacting with birds. www.enviroweather.msu.edu
This article, written by
MSUE image

Report stink bug sightings

TRI-CITY AREA
The brown marmorated
stink bug (BMSB) is a 0.5-
by 0.625-inch shield-
shaped insect that uses its
piercing mouthparts to
suck plant juices from
fruits, seed pods and nuts
on a wide variety of wild
and cultivated plants. It
was accidentally brought to
North America from Asia
sometime before 1996 and
was first detected in
Michigan in 2010. Also
USDA photo

known by its scientific

name, Halyomorpha halys,
BMSB adults and nymphs
- the immature stages of Brown marmorated stink bugs have dark and
the bug - feed on a number light banding along the margin of the insects
of important fruit, vegeta- body and white bands on its antennae and
ble and ornamental crops. legs.
Where it has been estab- know has seen this pest in the sighting or sightings.
lished for some time, it is or on the outside of your Users can also submit up to
now a major pest for grow- home or place of business, two images with every
ers of susceptible crops. and you are outside of the report if they are uncertain
Part of the pattern of area in which we now as to whether what they are
establishment by this pest know it is well-established seeing is BMSB. By report-
is that it starts out as a nui- in Michigan, including ing sightings of this pest,
sance pest in homes and Lapeer and St. Clair coun- you will be helping grow-
businesses and then a few ties, we want to hear from ers in your area prepare for
years later it becomes an you! Go to the Midwest this pest by identifying
important agricultural pest Invasive Species potential new hotspots.
for neighboring growers. Information Network If you have trouble reg-
At this time of year in their (MISIN) website or mobile istering with MISIN and
native habitat, BMSB app, register as a user (its would like to report a sight-
would normally look for free) and follow the instruc- ing, email Julianna Wilson
shelter in south facing tions for submitting a at [email protected] with
rocky outcroppings and report. A few minutes of your name, address (or
other protected areas. The your time can be incredibly nearest crossroads), the
perfect surrogate turns out helpful in officially cata- date you saw them and
to be south-facing walls of loging and tracking this how many you have seen.
man-made structures. It is
important to note that
invasive pest.
The MISIN website
This article, written by
Julianna Wilson, was pub- SATUR DAY, DECEMBER 16
BMSB do not bite humans and the app are free to use lished by Michigan State
or their pets - they are - you simply register and University Extension. For
strictly plant-feeding log in, verify you do indeed more information, visit
insects. Also, they do not have BMSB (by either http://www.msue.msu.edu.
nest or reproduce in homes, comparing the bug or bugs To have a digest of infor-
they are simply finding a you see with the photo in mation delivered straight
place to take shelter from this article, by looking at to your email inbox, visit
the cold and will attempt to the Species Factsheet pro- http://www.msue.msu.edu/
find their way out again vided by MISIN for BMSB newsletters. To contact an
when spring returns. or downloading the new tip expert in your area, visit Fox Theatre Box Office Ticketmaster.com Charge by phone 800.745.3000
Who should report sheet on brown marmorat- http://expert.msue.msu. Groups save by calling 313.471.3099
seeing BMSB? ed stink bugs for home- edu, or call 888-MSUE4MI
If you or someone you owners), and then report (888-678-3464).
Page 18-A-TRI-CITY TIMES-OCTOBER 18, 2017

Justice4KC hosts GRAND OPENING . . .

spaghetti dinner
Group forms Know Your Rights is grateful to the Dryden
Vets and EG Nicks for
scholarship for high school seniors sponsoring the spaghetti
dinner fundraiser.
By Catherine Minolli that evi- The Justice4KC group

Photo by Tom Wearing

[email protected] dence was has also established a
mishan- $1,000 scholarship called
DRYDEN A spa- d l e d , the Know Your Rights
ghetti dinner fundraiser including scholarship that will be
hosted by Justice4KC at the offered to a Lapeer County
c r i m e
Peaceful Moon Yoga and
will be held this Saturday, High School senior in
October 21, 5-8 p.m. at scene, that 2018. Brochures describ-
the Dryden Vets Hall. KC was ing the scholarship and the
The cost is a $10 dona-
tion and includes a full
denied
rights to a
KC
Grondin
guidelines for application
will be available at the
Extreme Dance Studio, Inc.
spaghetti dinner; children lawyer, fundraiser dinner. With the Extreme Dance team lending their full support, Catherine
5 and under admitted free. there was no motive, no The scholarship was Minolli of Peaceful Moon Yoga and Sue Howard of Extreme Dance Inc.
The event also fingerprints, no DNA evi- formed to teach our youth celebrate the grand opening of the new dance, yoga and fitness stu-
includes a bake sale, dence and no weapon about knowing their dios in the north end of the Kroger Plaza (former Fashion Bug loca-
drawings and a 50/50 raf- linking KC to the crime. Miranda Rights, Town tion) on N. Cedar Street (M-53) in Imlay City on Saturday. Stop in for
fle. They also claim that there says. Money raised will complete dance, yoga and fitness schedules and to check out the new
According to the web- were persons of interest go towards funding this facilities. Peaceful Moon Yoga opened in the studios of Extreme
site www.justice4kc.com, that were never investi- scholarship. Dance this year, which is the 15th year that the studio has served the
KC Grondin was a bright gated, and that there was For more information Imlay City community. For more information visit http://extremedan-
19 year-old young man so much reasonable on Justice4KC go to www. ceonline.webs.com or call 810-724-8414. For more information about
with his whole life ahead doubt that those of us in Justice4KC.com or check classes offered at Peaceful Moon, text or call 586-255-1275.
of him until he was falsely the courtroom are won- out our Justice4KC
accused, arrested and dering how the jury could Facebook page.
charged with murdering have possibly arrived at
his girlfriend four years this decision.
ago. After liv-
ing in limbo for four years
he went to trial and was
wrongfully convicted of
KC supporters encour-
age anyone interested to
reach the information on
the website and decide for
PRICES ARE FALLING IN OCTOBER!
felony murder in the first
degree with a possible
mandatory life sentence.
themselves.
Event organizer Stacey
Town says area support
MILNES
CLOSE-OUT
The group believes KC for Justice for KC has
is innocent, and alleges been strong, and the group

Report reviewed On All Remaining 2017 Dodge Rams

by commissioners 2017 Dodge Ram 1500
$
279
By Maria Brown receives the most in local
[email protected] K-12 tax dollars, approxi-
mately $4.45 million. The Lease per
LAPEER COUNTY
The board of commis-
districts taxable value
stands at $369 million.
For month
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Almont wins golf title

Next stop East Lansing for state final run
By Kevin Kissane
Tri-City Times Sports Editor
ALMONT Grace Zimmerman shot

Photo by Kevin Kissane

an 86 over 18 holes and Tyler Kautz
carded an 89, leading the Almont girls
golf team to a first-place showing at a
Division 4 regional last Thursday.
Eagle Crest Golf Course, on the
campus of Eastern Michigan University Almonts Jimmy Ostrander (L) and
in Ypsilanti served as the tournament Imlay Citys Alfredo Rodriguez (R)
venue. battle for a loose ball in Mondays
Almont (366), Rochester Hills matchup.
Lutheran Northwest (426) and Ann
Arbor Greenhills (429) occupied the
top-three spots at days end.
Those schools advance to this Spartans
Photo provided

Friday and Saturdays Division 4 state

Almonts Lindsey Albrecht, Brandi Kautz, Ashley Gibbs, Grace

finals. Forest Akers East Golf Course,
on the campus of Michigan State
get first
round win
Zimmerman and Tyler Kautz pose with the regional first place trophy. Finals page 4-B

Raiders are region champs By Kevin Kissane

Tri-City Times Sports Editor
TRI-CITY AREA Imlay City
Almont is state tourney bound handed visiting Almont an 8-0 setback in a
Division 3 boys district soccer opening
round matchup Monday afternoon.
By Kevin Kissane Manko claimed second singles honors Cesar Zepeda (assisted by Gerardo
Tri-City Times Sports Editor with a 6-3, 6-2 win against Yales Whit Zepeda), Francisco Barragan (set up by
Hughes; Campbell took the third singles Jose Arreguin), Cesar Zepeda (assisted by
TRI-CITY AREA The Almont title on the strength of a 6-2, 6-1 victory Gerardo Zepeda), Emmanuel Lopez (set up
boys tennis team earned a first-place over Yales Ryan Liebler; Castillo gar- by Omar Cardenas), Cardenas (assisted by
finish last Thursday at a Division 4 nered fourth singles honors with a 6-4, Jonathan Hernandez), Vitor Bandiera
regional it hosted. 2-6, 6-3 triumph against Yales Preston (unassisted), Hernandez (set up by Aaron
Almonts winning total was 20 Hughs; Herman and Gerlach posted a Verbeke) and Mauricio Flores (assisted by
points. Yale pulled up second, thanks 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 first doubles championship Herandez) supplied Imlay Citys goals.
to an output of 13 points. win over Flint Powers counterparts Braulio Torres got the win in net for
Those two schools advance to the Andrew Gebhardt and Ramsey Imlay City. Torres made four saves.
state finals set for this Friday and Nicholson; plus Belanger and Zisler

Imlay claims
Saturday in Novi. took fourth doubles honors with a 6-3,
Five others schools vied for region- 6-1 victory against Yales Nick Gutc
Photo by Kevin Kissane

al honors that day. Their ranks consist- and Ryan Medrano.

Griffin DePauw along with Kevin

a BWAC title
ed of Flint Powers (nine points), Caro
(six), Imlay City (five), Sandusky (two) Heim and Caleb Schlanderer added sec-
and Flint Classic Academy (zero). onds to Almonts cause. DePauw
Thomas Manko, Adam Campbell, reached the top singles title tilt where
Almonts Griffin DePauw hits a Nathan Castillo, Darren Herman and he fell 2-6, 7-5, 4-6 to Caros Lucas By Kevin Kissane
forehand in his first singles Gary Gerlach plus Trey Belanger and Tri-City Times Sports Editor
match at regionals. Parker Zisler led Almont with firsts. Champs page 4-B
IMLAY CITY The Imlay City
boys soccer team concluded a pacesetting
12-0 Blue Water Area Conference cam-

Almont in the playoffs again paign with a 2-1 win against visiting
Armada last Wednesday afternoon.
In Wednesdays matchup, Imlay City
grabbed a 1-0 edge after one half was over
By Kevin Kissane against Imlay City in a Blue Water the seniors a win on homecoming, with.
Tri-City Times Sports Editor Area Conference varsity football Almont Coach James Leusby said. Half number two would see Imlay City
encounter last Friday night. As a team we are excited to meet one manage one goal as did Armada, leaving
TRI-CITY AREA Almont With the decision, Almont moves of our goals and that was to reach the the former with a 2-1 win to celebrate
clinched their eighth straight state play- to 6-2 and 5-2. Imlay City slips to 1-7 playoffs, he noted. when the final second ticked off the clock.
off appearance, accomplishing the feat and 1-6. On the opposite sideline, Imlay Omar Cardenas (set up by Gerardo
with a 48-0 homecoming triumph I am happy we were able to get City Coach Steve Lestage gave credit
where it was due. Title page 2-B
Almont controlled the line of
scrimmage most of the night, Lestage
said. They played hard and deserved
to win, he acknowledged.
In Fridays encounter, Almont bolt-
ed out to a 21-0 advantage after one
quarter was over with.
Quarter number two would prove
more of the same. It was there Almont
generated seven points and Imlay City
managed none, pushing their cushion
to 28-0 at the halftime break.
When the action resumed, Almont
continued to pull away. Aided by a 7-0
third quarter edge, the Raiders went up
Photo by Kevin Kissane

Photo by Kevin Kissane

35-0 with 36 minutes gone.

Quarter number four saw Almont
add 13 points to their total while hold-
ing Imlay City scoreless, leaving the
field with a 48-0 win to their credit.
Almonts Garrett Ruhala scores a touchdown during his teams 48-0 Imlay Citys Gerardo Zepeda looks
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Wrestling Soccer

Harper third at elite tourney Title: Imlay

By Kevin Kissane
Tri-City Times Sports Editor
state tournament) and a tri-
umph by decision over
is league
IMLAY CITY Imlay
Citys Joe Harper gave a good
Michigans Tyler Moore,
avenging an earlier tourna- champions
ment defeat.
account of himself, bringing Imlay Citys Hunter from page 1-B
home a third- Mullins wound up 1-2 versus
place finish in Zepeda) and Cardenas
152 Elite Division foes. (assisted by Jose Arreguin)
the heavyweight His three-match tourna-
elite division of supplied Imlay Citys
ment stint included a loss to goals.

Photo by Kevin Kissane

the Eighth Ben Pasuik (Ohio), a win by
Annual Fall Braulio Torres went the
major decision against Wyatte distance in net for Imlay
Grappler Classic Grimes (Michigan) and lost
this past week- City. He was credited with
to Michigans Alec Rees (sec- two saves.
end in Battle Harper
ond in the Division 2 state With the decision,
Creek.
The event is regarded as tournament). The Imlay City boys soccer team poses for a photo after finishing Imlay City now stands at
one of the toughest preseason Imlay Citys Eric off an unbeaten Blue Water Area Conference campaign last week. 15-2-2 overall.
folkstyle tournaments in the Pawlaczyk, competing in the

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country. It attracts around 125 Elite Division, went 0-2.
900 competing wrestlers, He lost to nationally-ranked
approximately 100 returning Travis Ford-Melton (Illinois)
state champions and over 25 and Davin Rhoads (Ohio).
nationally ranked wrestlers. Imlay Citys Wes CAPAC Capac (assisted by Eric
Harpers tournament run Hampton wound up 0-2 as picked up a 3-2 victory Cardenas) and Chris
included a loss to Tyler Moore well, his results coming ver- over visiting Memphis Schuman (set up by Ben
(fourth in the MHSAA sus 135 Elite Division foes. in a non-league boys Laskowski) furnished
Division 2 tournament), a win He lost 9-6 to Michigans soccer confrontation Capacs goals.
by decision over Michigans Christian Killion (fourth in last Thursday. Jake Witt got the
Tyler Deloof, a victory over the Division 3 state tourna- Zach Williamson win in net for
Michigans Emiliano Flores ment) and Justin Kempf (set up by Omar Capac. He registered

Photo by Kevin Kissane

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Volleyball Golf

Imlay Citys season

ends at regionals
By Kevin Kissane pus of Michigan State
Tri-City Times Sports Editor University in East Lansing,
is where the tournament
IMLAY CITY The will be contested.
Imlay City girls golf team Six other squads teed it
turned in an eighth-place up at regionals. Their
finish last Thursday at a ranks consisted of Freeland
Division 3 regional. and Goodrich (a 370 each),
Heather Hills Golf St. Clair (391), Armada
Course is where the tour- (477), Imlay City (484)
nament was contested. and Bay City John
Macomb Lutheran Glenn (488).
North (346), Flint Powers Yale also competed but
(350) and Marysville (368) did not field a complete

Photo by Cindy Finn

held down the top-three team.
spots at days end. Emma Waatti led Imlay
Those schools quali- City with a 105 over 18
fied for this Friday and holes. The Spartans also
The Almont volleyball teams pose for a photo during last weeks pink out match versus Armada. Saturdays Division 3 state counted Ashlyn Vamvas
finals. Forest Akers West 114, Abby Schefkas 117
Golf Course, on the cam- and Megan Tietzs 148.

Almont nets a victory over Armada

By Kevin Kissane Maria Busone (13),
Tri-City Times Sports Editor Sahagun (six), Meredith
Rinke (five), Rachael
ALMONT Almont Schapman (four), Jaclyn
netted a 26-24, 25-23, Hellebuyck and Alex
25-21 win against Winslow (two each) plus
visiting Armada in a Nadia Manko (one)
Blue Water Area supplied Almonts kills.
Conference varsity vol- Sahagun and
leyball encounter last Hellebuyck (12 apiece),
Thursday. Manko and Winslow
With the decision, (seven each) plus
Almont improves its McKenzie Finn and
Photo by Cindy Finn

BWAC mark to 7-2. Rinke (four apiece)

Lizette Sahagun han- generated Almonts best
dled the bulk of dig outputs.
Almonts playmaking Rinke (two) and
responsibilities, finishing Almonts Alex Winslow (R) gets ready to return Schapman (one) added
with 28 assists. a shot during Thursdays match versus Armada. Almonts solo blocks.

Imlay City drops match to Cros-Lex

Photo by Kevin Kissane

By Kevin Kissane five and three kills, respec-
Tri-City Times Sports Editor tively.
Kayla Rucker paced Imlay Citys Ashlyn Vamvas hits to the second
IMLAY CITY The Imlay City as far as digs green in last weeks regional tournament.
Imlay City varsity volley- were concerned, register-
ball team absorbed a 19-25, ing 10.
17-25, 15-25 loss to visit- Brianna Booth was 14
ing Cros-Lex in a Blue of 16 serve receiving for
Water Area Conference Imlay City.
clash on Tuesday, October Erika Vanderploeg
10. handled the bulk of Imlay
Kendall Sommer and Citys playmaking respon-
Ali Harper led all Imlay sibilities. She finished
City hitters. They supplied with 12 assists.

Imlay City falls on

Photo by Kevin Kissane

road to Algonac
Imlay Citys Emily Orlowski returns a shot as By Kevin Kissane directed Imlay Citys
teammate Kendall Sommer looks on in last Tri-City Times Sports Editor offense from her position
weeks match. at setter. She finished
IMLAY CITY with 18 assists.
Photo by Kevin Kissane

Imlay City returned from Kendall Sommer

Algonac with a 22-25, notched Imlay Citys top
21-25, 18-25 loss in a hitting credentials, crank-
Blue Water Area ing out eight kills.
Conference varsity vol- Imlay City also
leyball meeting last received eight service
Thursday. points, including three Imlay Citys Abby Schefka watches her putt
Erika Vanderploeg aces, from Brianna Booth. approach the hole in regional play.

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Football

Capac drops league Dryden routs C-PS, 44-0, on road

finale to Armada By Kevin Kissane
Tri-City Times Sports Editor
22-0 advantage after one
quarter was done.
Quarter two saw
tough to contain. They fin-
ished with 365 yards.
Individually, Gall (four
By Kevin Kissane For the night,
Tri-City Times Sports Editor Muzljakovich completed DRYDEN Dryden Dryden collect six points rushes for 175 yards) and
15 of 28 pass plays for 137 rolled past host Carsonville- and Carsonville-Port Porter (169 yards on three
CAPAC Capac yards as Capacs quarter- Port Sanilac, 44-0, in a Sanilac manage none. That totes) paced Dryden.
dropped a 38-14 verdict to back. He threw one inter- non-league varsity football left them with a 28-0 half- Kaplan (four rushes for 15
visiting Armada in a Blue ception en route to those contest last Friday night. time lead to protect. yards) and Brendan Biggs
Water Area Conference numbers. With the decision, When play resumed, (10 yards on two totes) sup-
varsity football game last His successful tosses Dryden improves to 3-5 Dryden picked up where it ported their performances.
Friday night. went to three different tar- overall. Carsonville-Port left off. Thanks to a 16-0 Porter (13 solos and 11
With the outcome, gets. Their ranks consisted Sanilac slips to 3-5 this sea- third quarter edge, the assists) and Austin Zwiez
Armada goes to 4-4 and of Hellmuth (eight catches son. Cardinals went up 44-0 (seven solos and 13 assists)
3-4. Capac now stands at for 101 yards), Jake I am extremely happy with 36 minutes gone. registered Drydens best
0-8 and 0-7. Sawyers (four receptions with how my boys played That was followed by a tackle outputs. They were
Armada made the for 10 yards) and Brad tonight, Dryden Coach Al scoreless final quarter. followed by Gall (four
plays they needed to Schaefer (three catches for Hutchinson said. They Hunter Gall (three rush- solos and seven assists),
tonight, Capac Coach Bill 26 yards). played with confidence and ing and one via a 70-yard Jesse Prososki (one solo
Nestle said. We did not, The Capac ground put together a complete kick return), Blake Porter and nine assists), Adams
he noted. attack added 109 yards on game, he noted. (two) and Jarrad Adams (two solos and five assists)
Capac, playing their 26 totes. We played with a lot (one) supplied Drydens and Kaplan (three solos and
last-ever contest in the Individually, Sawyers of fiery emotion. I was touchdowns. three assists).
BWAC before switching to (four rushes for 76 yards) Capacs Brandon very impressed with our For the night, Jack Dryden closes out their
the Great Thumb and Muzljakovich (32 Muzljakovich seeks young offensive line Kaplan completed his lone 2017 campaign this Friday
Conference next season, yards on 13 totes) led out an open receiver. tonight. They played very passing attempt as Drydens when it travels to
spotted Armada a 7-0 edge Capac. The remaining nine physical and fired off the quarterback. His toss went International Academy of
after one quarter had ended. Chief rushes netted a com- when it travels to Brown line the way we love to see for a 65-yard touchdown to Flint. The North Central
Armada then struck bined one-yard gain. City. The non-league clash at Dryden. Adams. Thumb League Stars
with a 14-7 second quarter Omar Navarro notched is slated to get underway at In Fridays contest, The Dryden ground Division matchup lists a 7
advantage, good for a 21-7 the top Capac tackle output, 7 p.m. Dryden jumped out to a attack proved especially p.m. starting time.
lead at the halftime break. registering five solos and
That was followed by a six assists. Hellmuth (nine
scoreless third quarter.
Armada then outscored
solos), Danny Navarro (six
solos and three assists), Champs:
Capac 17-7 the rest of the
way, closing out a 38-14
Sawyers (three solos and
two assists), Trevor Boers Nets title
victory. (two solos and three from page 1-B
Capac notched their assists), Jordan Cherry and Poinsignon, while Heim
14-point total aided by a Lonnie Fritz (three solos and Schlanderer gained
Brandon Muzljakovich and one assist each) plus admittance to the first dou-
12-yard touchdown run Gerardo Navarro and bles final where they
(followed by a successful Thomas Tyson (one solo dropped a 3-6, 2-6 verdict
extra point kick courtesy of and three assists apiece) to Yales Ryan Meyers and
Ben Geliske); and a backed their efforts. Nathan Hazel.
Muzljakovich to Jordan Hellmuth added an The second doubles
Hellmuth nine-yard touch- interception to Capacs team of Logan Wilson and
down pass (followed by a cause. Ross Edson headlined for
an accurate extra point boot Capac wraps up their Imlay City that day.
from Geliske). 2017 campaign this Friday Wilson and Edson reached

Photo provided
their flights title encoun-
ter, winning 6-1, 6-1 over
Flint Powers foes Method
Hagen and Charlie The Almont boys tennis team poses for a photo after winning a regional
Harrold. title last Thursday.
Photo by Kevin Kissane

Photo by Kevin Kissane

Photo by Kevin Kissane

Almonts Grace Zimmerman watches her shot

land on the green during a match this season.
Almonts Trey Belanger serves in the fourth Almonts Nathan Castillo returns a shot in his
doubles title match at Thursdays regional. fourth singles title match at regionals.
Finals: Wins region title
from page 1-B (535) formed that group.
Ladywood also com-
Playoffs: Raiders earn spot in state football playoffs
University in East Lansing, peted but did not field a
is where the tournament complete squad. from page 1-B gets. Colby Schapman
will be contested. Ashley Gibbs supplied (three catches for 31
Almont produced their
Three other full teams Almonts next lowest yards), Colton Kruse (two
winning 48-point total
teed it up at regionals. Ann regional score. Gibbs receptions for 18 yards),
thanks to a Jace Rinke
Arbor Gabriel Richard posted a 94. The Raiders Chase Kapron (one catch
73-yard touchdown run
(433), Burton Bendle also counted Lindsey for 39 yards), Caleb
(followed by a successful
(468) and Sacred Heart Albrechts 97. Weigand (one reception for
extra point kick courtesy of
29 yards), Ruhala (one
Ethan Hall); a Clay
catch for 10 yards) and
Schapman to Colby
Jack Paupert (one recep-
Schapman three-yard
tion for eight yards)
touchdown pass (followed
formed that group.
by an accurate extra point
The Almont ground
boot from Hall); a Garrett
Ruhala 10-yard touchdown attack chewed up 289
yards of territory on 35
Photo by Kevin Kissane

run (followed by a success-

ful extra point kick courte- totes.
sy of Hall); a Clay Individually, Rinke
Schapman to Rinke (one rush for 73 yards) and
43-yard touchdown pass Ruhala (55 yards on eight
(followed by an accurate totes) led Almont. Kruse
extra point boot from (six rushes for 39 yards) Almonts Austin Cody fights for extra yards in
Hall); a Ruhala eight-yard and Knittel (37 yards on his teams homecoming victory over Imlay
touchdown run (followed six totes) supported their City.
by a successful extra point performances.
kick courtesy of Hall); a Christian Buckmiller once along the way. were backed by Brandon
Gerard Knittel three-yard paced Almonts defense. His completions went Goolsby (four solos and
touchdown run; and a He wound up with five to two different targets. three assists) and Manny
Knittel four-yard touch- tackles. Their ranks consisted of Ortiz (three solos and three
down run (followed by an The Almont defense Reid Bannister (four catch- assists).
accurate extra point boot also registered a pair of es for 57 yards) and Almont will look to
from Hall). takeaways. Jacob Lonnie Wolford (two continue their winning
For the evening, Clay Hausmann (a fumble receptions for 23 yards). ways this Saturday when it
Schapman completed nine recovery) and Knittel (an The Imlay City ground travels to Dansville, while
Photo by Kevin Kissane

of 13 pass plays for 135 interception) furnished attack was held to 27 yards Imlay City pays a visit to
yards as Almonts quarter- those. on 17 totes. North Branch Friday.
back. He threw zero inter- For the night, Luke Ryan Johnson (three Those regular season fina-
ceptions en route to those Forti connected on six of solos and six assists) and les, both of the non-confer-
numbers. 20 pass plays for 80 yards Reid Bannister (nine ence variety, list respective
Almonts Tyler Kautz follows the flight path of His successful tosses as Imlay Citys quarter- assists) posted Imlay Citys starting times of 5 and 7
a shot during a match this season. went to six different tar- back. He was intercepted top tackle totals. They p.m.
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Almont aims for win seven at Dansville

Eight weeks down, job done here, heading a better start than they did North Branch holds off International Academy
one more to go as the reg- into the last week this could be a Imlay City, 40-36. of Flint, meanwhile,
ular season winds down playoffs competitive matchup. Dryden (3-5, 1-5) at enters the fray well rested.
with this weeks gridiron on a I see Capac doing just International Academy That is because they pre-
matchups. high that, even possibly taking of Flint (6-2, 4-2). vailed via a forfeit against
Here is a look at this note. a lead at the halftime This Thursdays con- Caseville.
weeks battles and the Give me break. test schedule for 7 p.m. Both teams figure to

FEARLESS
teams I believe should the However, I predict a between NCTL Stars give the scoreboard opera-
emerge victorious: Raiders 22-18 win for the Green Division adversaries tor lots of work. It would
to notch Devils of Brown City Dryden and International not surprise me to see 100
Football... a 30-14 High School. Academy of Flint should or more total points accu-

FORECASTERS
Almont (6-2) at victory. Imlay City (1-7) at be a good one. mulated.
Dansville (3-5). North Branch (0-8). Dryden enters the I will take
With nine combined Capac (0-8) at Brown I must admit forecast- game coming off a 44-0 International Academy of
wins between them, this City (2-6). ing a winner in this road triumph against Flint to register a 54-46
Fridays non-league clash Closer to home, Capac Fridays clash, which gets Carsonville-Port Sanilac. triumph here.
between Almont and travels to Brown City this underway at 7 p.m., has
Almont at Dansville
Dansville is the game I Friday at 7 p.m. for a me a bit puzzled.
Sports Schedule Capac at Brown City
recommend you watch- game involving future Both of the combat-
ing. Come early as this Greater Thumb ants have endured tough Imlay City at North Branch
one is slated to begin Conference foes. seasons, but that is not to Football state finals, Novi, TBA Dryden at International
Saturday at 5 p.m. Capac goes into the suggest either wont be Thursday, October 19 Academy of Flint
Almont enters the meeting coming off a prepared to bring it when Dryden at International Girls Golf
upcoming battle fresh off 38-14 loss to Blue Water game time rolls around. Academy of Flint, 7 p.m. Friday, October 20 and Michigan at Penn State
a 48-0 homecoming win Area Conference rival Imlay City heads in to Friday, October 20 Saturday, October 21 CMU at Ball State
against Imlay City. Armada. the clash following a 48-0 Capac at Brown City, Almont at Division 4
That outcome earned In that encounter, road setback to Blue 7 p.m. state finals, MSUs Forest
Almont a playoff berth Capacs last-ever in the Water Area Conference Imlay City at North Akers East Course, East
for the eighth straight sea- BWAC, the Chiefs spotted rival Almont, while North Branch, 7 p.m. Lansing, TBA
Kerry Klug
35-18
son. Armada a 21-7 halftime Branch hopes to bounce Saturday, October 21 Almont
Dansville, meanwhile, en route to the setback. back after absorbing a Almont at Dansville, Boys Soccer Brown City
will be looking to bounce Brown City, mean- 60-47 road loss to Tri 5 p.m Division 3 districts at Imlay City
Dryden
back from a 39-20 Central while, aims to bounce Valley Conference East New Haven Penn State
Michigan Athletic back from a 44-14 setback counterpart Essexville Boys Tennis Wednesday, October 18 MSU
Conference road setback to visiting non-league Garber. CMU
Friday, October 20 and Imlay City-Almont win-
to Fulton. adversary Sandusky. When in doubt, go Saturday, October 21 ner vs. Yale-New Haven
Almont should get the If Capac can get out to with the home team I say. Almont at Division 4 winner, 7 p.m. Celery City
Friday, October 20 Charlie
38-15
Football Stats and Standings Finals- 7 p.m.
Division 4 districts at
Almont
Brown City
Memphis North Branch
FOOTBALL Wolford (IC)
Ortiz (IC)
1
1
Interceptions
Hellmuth (C) 3
Schaefer (C)
Adams (D)
12
10
89
235
7.4
23.5
Team Defense
Thursday October 19
Dryden
Penn State
STAT LEADERS Bannister (IC) 2 Homer (IC) 10 195 19.5 G Yds Avg Finals- 6:30 p.m. MSU
CMU
Mirling (C) 1 Wolford (IC) 10 131 13.1 Almont 8 1190 149
Touchdowns Quarterbacks Sustaita (C) 1 Hellmuth (C) 8 141 17.6 Dryden 8 2806 351 Volleyball
Gall (D) 20 Hausmann (A) 1 Gall (D) 7 123 17.6
Thursday, October 19 Keil Jorgensen
Porter (D) 10 Comp Att Yds Knittel (A) 1 Rinke (A) 6 176 29.3 Capac 8 2941 368
Rinke (A) 8 Forti (IC) 95 186 1264 Ruhala (A) 1 Stephens (IC) 6 71 11.8 Imlay City 8 3114 389 Yale at Almont, 6:30 p.m. 33-20
Almont
Ruhala (A) 8 Muzljakovich (C) 85 171 1149 Hall (A) 1 Paupert (A) 5 70 14.0 Armada at Imlay City, Brown City
Homer (IC) 7 Schapman (A) 36 71 698 Homer (IC) 1 Ortiz (IC) 5 104 20.8
6:30 p.m. Imlay City
Galbraith (IC) 5 Raymond (D) 13 32 227 Sawyers (C) 4 10 2.5 FOOTBALL Capac at Algonac, Dryden
Adams (D) 5 Peyerk (D) 8 9 121 Recoveries Zwiez (D) 3 57 19.0 Penn State
Schapman (A) 4 Kaplan (D) 2 4 66 Hausmann (A) 3 Ruhala (A) 3 36 12.0 STANDINGS 6:30 p.m. MSU
Sawyers (C) 4 Armstrong (IC) 4 13 66 Gall (D) 2 Kruse (A) 3 17 5.7 Dryden at Kingston, CMU
Hellmuth (C) 3 Brombach (A) 1 2 10 Porter (D) 2 Robles (IC) 2 44 22.0
Harper (IC) 2 Hall (A) 2 42 21.0
Blue Water Area Conference 7:30 p.m. Tom Schoen
Paupert (A) 3
Knittel (A) 3 Hellmuth (C) 1 Bertram (IC) 2 26 13.0
League Overall Saturday, October 21 39-14
Algonac 7-0 7-1
Peyerk (D) 2 Rushing B. Kapron (A) 1 Porter (D) 2 7 3.5
Richmond 6-1 7-1
Imlay City at New Haven Almont
Panduren (A) 2 R Y Avg Buckmiller (A) 1 Schapman (A) 1 39 39.0 Invite, TBA Brown City
Weigand (A) 1 29 29.0 Almont 5-2 6-2 Imlay City
Porter (D) 140 1184 8.5 Watson (D) 1
Knittel (A) 2
Gall (D) 108 1008 9.3 Zwiez (D) 1 Rugenstein (IC) 1 22 22.0 Cros-Lex 4-3 5-3 Tuesday, October 24 Int. Academy
Forti (IC) 2
Kulin (IC) 2 Rinke (A) 33 464 14.1 Lopez (C) 1 Burchi (A) 1 10 10.0 Armada 3-4 4-4 Capac at Algonac quad, of Flint
Yale 2-5 3-5 Penn State
Muzljakovich (C) 2 Kruse (A) 47 353 7.5 D. Navarro (C) 1 Mirling (C) 1 10 10.0
Imlay City 1-6 1-7
4 p.m. MSU
Mullins (IC) 1 Paupert (A) 49 334 6.8 Huemiller (A) 1 Cherry (C) 1 7 7.0 Imlay City at Yale, CMU
Ruhala (A) 59 326 5.5 Bertram (IC) Kaplan (D) 1 5 5.0 Capac 0-7 0-8
1
D. Navarro (C) 1
Peyerk (D) 24 199 6.8 Johnson (IC) 1
6:30 p.m Kevin Kissane
Kosinski (A) 1 NCTL 8-Man League
Cody (A) 1 Kosinski (A) 31 199 6.4 Bannister (IC) 1 Team Offense 35-18
Stars Division
Zwiez (D) 1 Mullins (IC) 1
Morrice 6-1 7-1
Cross Country Almont
Kruse (A) 1 G Yds Avg Saturday, October 21 Brown City
Solo Tackles Deckerville 5-1 7-1 North Branch
Kaplan (A) 1 Receiving Capac, Imlay City at
Dryden 8 3244 406 Int. Acad. Flint 4-2 6-2 Int. Academy
Bannister (IC) 1 C Yds Avg
Schaefer (C) 1 G T Avg Bannister (IC) 39 481 12.3 Almont 8 2927 366 Kingston 4-2 6-2 Thumb Championships, of Flint
Mayville 3-3 5-3 Penn State
C. Kapron (A) 1 Bannister (IC) 7 44 6.4 Galbraith (IC) 16 303 18.9 Imlay City 8 1717 215 Caro, TBA MSU
B. Kapron (A) 8 34 4.3 C. Kapron (A) 12 260 21.7 Capac 8 1329 166 Dryden 2-5 3-5
Mirling (C) 1 CMU
Stephens (IC) 5 21 4.2 D. Navarro (C) 12 163 13.6 Madison Acad. 0-6 2-6

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City Clerk 42-1 on the 18th day of October, 2017.
Commission report: two split
42-1 The Ordinance Amendments will be
requests-one will be approved and
planner will make recommendation ALMONT effective seven (7) days after said date
CITY OF TOWNSHIP
of publication.
PARSCHS M bil
on another issue (party didnt come to
Paul Bowman-Supervisor
the meeting) and that recommenda- IMLAY CITY ALMONT TOWNSHIP Carol Hoffner-Clerk
TODD'S GLASS

2-1-18
tion is what will be followed. Senior AUTOMOTIVE
report: exercise on Tuesdays, cards on REGULAR COMMISSION BOARD 42-1
MIRRORS & MORE
Thursdays, and 55 attended potluck MEETING REGULAR MEETING SERVICE & REPAIR
(every 4th Tuesday); upcoming: OCTOBER 3, 2017 SYNOPSIS BRAKES Frame & Frameless Shower Enclosures
Christmas party on 12/5. Discussed: SYNOPSIS OCTOBER 9, 2017 VILLAGE OF AIR CONDITIONING Custom Mirrors Replacement Windows
ditching projects, election workers for
Armada Schools election, street lights
Mayor Bargen called the meet- Meeting called to order by
Supervisor at 7:00 p.m. at 819 N.
DRYDEN MUFFLERS TUNE-UPS 719 Van Dyke - Imlay City 810-724-2480
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ing to order at 7:00 p.m. COUNCIL MEETING STRUTS
that are out and park millage request. Commissioners present were Bargen, Main St., Almont, MI. Members COOLING SYSTEMS
Audience questions and comments: present were Supervisor Bowman, OCTOBER 3, 2017
Demske, Kempf, Planck, Ramirez EXHAUST SHOCKS
Clerk Hoffner, and Trustees Streeter, SYNOPSIS
issues on Fox Ridge Lane and cell
towers going up in Berlin Township.
and Tanis. Commissioner Romine
was absent. Also present were City Groesbeck, Scott Stroup, and Clay President, Thiemkey called the ELECTRICAL
COMPUTER ANALYSIS
Heating &
Motion to pay the bills made and
accepted. Motion to adjourn 8:05
Manager Tom Youatt; City Attorney
Brian Garner; and three members of
Stroup. Absent was Treasurer Kudsin.
The following actions were taken: 1)
meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
Council Members Present: TIRES Cooling
p.m. A complete copy of the minutes approved consent agenda as present- Thiemkey, Quail, Franz, D. Listerman, COMPUTER BALANCING
the community. The Commission
is available at the township hall dur- ed, 2) acknowledged receipt of audit, Roszczewski. FUEL INJECTION SERVICE
approved the agenda with the follow- Commercial & Residential

8-14-18
ing business hours. 3) approved nonprofit license for The Council Approved the
ing addition: 7.A. Ratification of Minutes from Regular Council
810-724-6630

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Karen A. Klos, Clerk Selection of City Commissioner. The Project Graduation, 4) approved
42-1 rezoning petition, 5) approved bid Meeting on September 5, 2017 as
Commission approved the Consent
Mobil
specs for police building and office presented; Approved Bills to Pay for
Agenda Items as presented, including HEATING & COOLING SPECIALISTS
September 2017 in the amount of
CITY OF Regular Meeting minutes of renovations. Meeting adjourned at
8:10 p.m. A complete copy of min- $25,243.33 and the Disbursements
314 CAPAC RD. - IMLAY CITY
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Builders
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TON 4X4 WORK TRUCK
Outdoor
September 12, 2017; and Payment of
Carol Hoffner-Clerk Approved appointing Denise Berger
The City of Imlay City is Bills including Payroll of $91,574.74
42-1 as Deputy Clerk/Treasurer for the
requesting sealed bids for a 2018 1/2
Ton 4x4 Work Truck. The pick-up
and Accounts Payable and Trust &
Agency of $3,356,616.38. The
Village of Dryden. Equipment
truck shall be a Chevrolet or Ford Commission approved the selection TOWNSHIP OF The meeting was adjourned at
7:45 p.m.
model, V8 engine, exterior color
white, standard cab, and 8 box. See
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Cross Country

The Imlay
City girls
cross coun-
Raiders run to
sixth at Ubly
try team
poses for a
photo after
winning the
Fox and By Kevin Kissane (177), Cass City (180) and
Hound Tri-City Times Sports Editor North Huron (225).
Invitational Katrina Kline, 35th,
in Byron TRI-CITY AREA 23:05.9; led Almont that
last week. The Almont girls cross day. The Raiders also
country team generated counted results from
147 points and Dryden Mackenzie Stumpf, 38th,
managed 177, paving the 23:12.3; Kayal Pia, 39th,
way to respective showings 23:14.93; Erica Bailey,
of sixth and seventh last 40th, 23:19.78; and Heather
Wednesday at the Ubly Fitchett, 48th, 23:53.9.
Invitational. Teagan Norman, 31st,
Ubly topped the stand- 22:57.18; paced Dryden.
ings at meets end, thanks She was backed by Hannah

Photo provided
to an output of 43 points. Peyerk, 34th, 23:03.86;
They were followed by Kylie DeVlaminck, 59th,
Reese (59 points), 25:01.61; Kelsey

Imlay City girls race to a first

Deckerville (60), Brown Hempstead, 74th, 24:45.14;
City (129), Mayville (137), and Alissa Hurd, 80th,
Almont (147), Dryden 26:22.21.

By Kevin Kissane first-place finish at the Byron, Goodrich, Bath Kapushinski (sixth),
Tri-City Times Sports Editor Byron Fox and Hound and New Lothrop held Jessica Denver (eighth),
Invitational on Tuesday, down places two through Carlee Forsyth (10th) and
IMLAY CITY The October 10. five at meets end. McKinzie Winget (12th)
Imlay City girls cross Imlay Citys winning Sarah Hubbard helped make Imlay Citys
country team obtained a total was 40 points. (fourth), Sydney top finish possible.

Knuth helps Dryden to a 10th place

Photo by Kevin Kissane

By Kevin Kissane Pigeon-Laker (267), North
Tri-City Times Sports Editor Huron (347) and Landmark
Academy (368).
TRI-CITY AREA Brenden Knuth, eighth, Drydens Hannah Peyerk (L) and Teagan
The Dryden and Almont 17:46.18; led Dryden that Norman (R) participate in a meet this season.
boys cross country teams day. He was backed by
pulled up 10th and 11th, Ethan Rozanski, 14th,
respectively,
Wednesday at the Ubly
Invitational.
Bad Axe (97 points)
last 17:59.55; Cameron Bores,
51st, 19:41.36; Marc
Embree, 66th, 20:31.05;
Spartan boys take third
and Andrew Sisler, 89th, By Kevin Kissane were followed by Goodrich
paced the field assembled. 21:21.02. Tri-City Times Sports Editor (48 points), Imlay City
They were followed by Jack DeMara, ninth, (53), New Lothrop (105),
Deckerville (105 points), 17:47.1; paced Almont. IMLAY CITY The Byron (124) and Morrice
Photo by Kevin Kissane

Ubly (108), Cass City The Raiders also counted Imlay City boys cross (159).
(108), Unionville results from Lucas Leid, country team took third at Breydon Andrez (third)
Sebewaing Area (122), 27th, 18:44.93; Austin the Byron Fox and Hounds led Imlay City that day. He
Sandusky (178), Mayville Amlotte, 57th, 19:50.78; Invitational on Tuesday, was backed by Brandon
(184), Reese (191), Colby Querciagrossa, 61st, October 10. Pries (fifth), Jake Swartz
Kingston (213), Dryden 20:15.1; and Trevor Drydens Brenden Knuth picks up the pace Bath (30 points) was (12th), Colin Heeke (13th)
(216), Almont (218), Tormala, 67th, 20:33.1. during a meet earlier this season. the meet champion. They and Zak Kustowski (20th).

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