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“If you build it, they will come.” That iconic line from the movie “Field of Dreams” came true for the new Ce-dar Springs Community Library at the kickoff of their Summer Reading pro-gram on Monday, June 12, when be-tween 950 and 1,000 people attended the opening event.

“At the end of yesterday we had 920 people signed up for summer reading, which is 300 more sign-ups than we ever had over an entire summer, and 400 more people came in Monday than have in the past,” remarked Library Di-rector Donna Clark.

Double K Petting Barn with Animal Junction 4H had their petting zoo set up out back, under a tree, near the creek. But the heat didn’t seem to deter peo-ple. In fact, children took the oppor-tunity to splash in the creek, hang out on the bridge, and rest on the well. “It

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Concerts in park kick off summer

The band Mane Street will is the opening band for this year’s concerts in the park. Courtesy photo.

Cedar Springs Area Parks and Recreation will kick off their sum-mer series of free concerts at Mor-ley Park tonight—Thursday, June 15, with Mane Street at 7 p.m.

Now in its 11th year, the concerts put on by Cedar Springs Parks and Recreation and sponsored by area

businesses give people a chance to relax with friends and family, while listening to some great mu-sic.

There are concessions on site, and free raffle tickets give con-cert-goers a chance to win prizes from area businesses.

Other dates this summer are July 20 with the Oxymorons, and Au-gust 17 with The Sea Cruisers.

Be sure to bring a lawn chair. Concerts start at 7 p.m. In the case of rain, the concert will be moved to Cedar Springs Middle School.

Christa Ann Knox

A Newaygo woman that got into a fight with a passenger in her vehicle has been arrested on several charges.

According to the Montcalm Coun-ty Sheriff Department, deputies were alerted to a possible drunk driver within Reynolds Township, on June 8, about 10:52 p.m. The report indicated a bur-gundy minivan was being driven in an erratic manner. Before the vehicle could be located by officers, an additional re-port was received advising the vehicle was stopped near the intersection of Gates and Dagget Roads and there was a woman lying on the road near the ve-hicle. Upon arrival, the deputy deter-mined that there had not been a vehicle crash at that location, but several other law violations were discovered.

Through the investigation, it was de-termined that the driver, Christa Ann Knox, 36, of Newaygo, had been trav-elling westbound on Gates Road when she suddenly stopped her vehicle. Knox then engaged in some type of alterca-tion with a 51-year old Newaygo wom-an who was a passenger in the vehicle. The 51-year-old woman was found ly-ing in the roadway. She was transported to Spectrum Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids for treatment and it was determined she sustained no serious in-juries.

The deputy determined that Knox was intoxicated, was not a valid driver, had her young child in the vehicle, had previous driving related convictions, and had several warrants out for her ar-rest. Knox was arrested and transported to the Montcalm County Jail where she was lodged.

After review, the prosecutor’s office authorized a warrant charging Knox with Operating While Impaired, third offense; driving on a suspended license, second offense; and domestic violence, second offense. Knox is currently being held at the jail with a $7,000.00 bond for those charges.

The Montcalm County Emergency Medical Services and the Michigan State Police assisted at the scene.

Flat River Community Players new musical, “Women on the Verge of a Nervous Break-down.” is coming to the Green-ville Area Community Center...

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Summer reading takes off

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Woman killed in car vs pedestrian crash

An 18-year-old Caledonia woman was killed Sunday evening, June 11, when she was struck by a pickup truck in Montcalm County.

According to the Michigan State Police Lakeview Post, the crash occurred on June 11, 2017 at 8:54 p.m. on East Holland Lake Road east of Staines Road, in Sheridan.

Police said the woman was struck by a 2005 Ford F-250 pickup truck on East Holland Lake Rd. The vehicle was driven by a 45 year old Douglas Weaver of Sheridan. The pedestrian was airlifted to Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids where she passed away due to her injuries. The name of the pedestrian is being withheld at the request of family members.

Alcohol, speed, and weather conditions are not believed to be a factor.

Troopers were assisted at the scene by the Sheridan Fire Department and Montcalm County EMS.

The Montcalm Coun-ty Sheriff’s Department (MCSD) and Michi-gan State Police (MSP) Lakeview Post is pleased to announce a Citizens’ Academy, which will start September 19, 2017 and end November 14, 2017. Attendees will meet from

6pm – 8pm every Tuesday night. The eight week acad-emy will give citizens the opportunity to become fa-miliar with the mission and operation of the MCSD and MSP, understand the proce-dures deputies and troopers follow, increase their aware-ness of law enforcement’s

role in the community, and get to know personnel at the MCSD and Lakeview Post.

The eight week acade-my will meet at Montcalm Community College’s Sid-ney Campus. A gradua-tion ceremony will be held on November 14, 2017 at 7:00pm. Individuals who

are interested in attend-ing the Citizens’ Academy should contact Undersheriff Mike Williams at 989-831-7586 ([email protected])

or F/Lt Kevin Sweeney at 517-719-1195 ([email protected]) to receive an application.

Boy Scouts donate time to LibraryBoy Scouts Ben Barber and Derek Bordeaux donated

their time at the Cedar Springs Community Library putting magnets on 100 bookends that were donated by a Lakeland Library and freshly painted by Bassett’s Auto to match the library’s new shelving. Way to go!

Reading...continued from front page was so great seeing kids rediscovering the creek,” re-marked Clark.

The Cedar Springs Fire Department also had an engine pulled out for the kids to explore. The ice cream cups pro-vided by Kelly’s Restaurant were also a big hit. One of the biggest hits was the appearance of Ronald McDonald himself, who entertained kids first outside with a book and some magic tricks, then inside in the area around the fireplace. “He was so kind and so funny,” said Clark. “Kids were lined up to get their picture taken with him.”

June and July will be filled with reading and special events. The more hours a person reads (K-12) and the more books adults read, the better his/her chance is to win one of the prizes offered by 29 local businesses.

The last day to turn in reading logs is July 21. The program will end with a carnival at Morley Park on July 27, where the prizes will be given away. But kids in grades K-12 don’t have to

wait until July 27 to win something—they win with every one of the five reading coupons turned in throughout the summer.

For a complete schedule of events, stop in and pick up a bro-chure at the library.

Dangerous currents, waves and water safety week Important to be prepared in natural waters

On average, more than ten people die each year because of dangerous currents in the Great Lakes. While residents are encouraged to visit and enjoy Michigan beaches, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is urging everyone to learn about safe swimming and the signs of dangerous currents.

Dangerous currents develop when winds blow toward the shore, and waves are moder-ate to high (3 feet or higher). The Great Lakes produce structural currents, rip currents, out-let currents, longshore currents, and channel currents—all of which can cause serious danger to swimmers.

The eastern shore of Lake Michigan has the most current-relat-ed incidents of all the Great Lakes, and out of the 514 current-re-lated incidents (rescues and drownings) that occurred on the Great Lakes from 2002-2016, more than 71 percent were on Lake Mich-igan.

The good news for beachgoers is that currents and high wave activity can be forecasted, and with the right information, you can help have a safe and enjoyable time in natural waters.

MDHHS encourages all residents to remember the following before planning a trip to the beach:

• Everyone is encouraged to learn to swim and how to be safe in and around the water.

• Watch for dangerous waves and signs of rip currents (water that is discolored and choppy, foamy, or filled with debris and moving in a channel away from shore).

• It is never safe to swim near a structure such as a pier or break

wall.• Never go swimming alone, and designate someone to watch

people who are in the water.• Follow beach hazard statements and avoid the water when

conditions are not safe for swimming.While it is important to avoid currents altogether, it is equally

important to know how to survive one.If you find yourself in a rip current, flip on your back, float to

conserve energy, and follow the safest path out of the water – which could be along the line of the current until it is less strong, or along the shoreline.

To learn more about drowning risks in natural water settings, visit https://www.cdc.gov/features/dsdrowningrisks/ or the na-tional weather service site at http://www.ripcurrents.noaa.gov/ for information about rip currents.

To check Great Lakes beach hazards, visit http://www.weather.gov/greatlakes/beachhazards

but was locked out. Sabinas said he was told that the driv-ers voted it down during that meeting, but that VanDuyn and Transportation supervisor Jerry Gavin then walked out and met privately, then went back into the meeting and told the drivers that if they voted against it, Gavin would be out of a job, but if they voted for it, he would work for Dean. The vote then passed. The state-ment under question from Van-Duyn was uttered in an effort to explain why she and Gavin went outside.

“You had your truck backed in the parking lot and they felt stalked or intimidated by you sitting in the parking lot. And, so we had to check and see if things were safe for our driv-

ers,” she said.Sabinas had asked for an in-

dependent investigation. It was reportedly handled by Shoff-ner and treasurer Heidi Reed.

Sabinas reported that under the resolution, there would be no mention of the complaints in the Superintendent’s file.

The passage of the resolu-tion did not stop people from airing their complaints during public comments. Many peo-ple addressed the board Mon-day evening, including current and former employees, and at least one high school student.

Teacher Erin Cairy (wife of former Asst. Superinten-dent Dave Cairy), who took a leave of absence this year to stay home with her three-year-old son, said the 2015/16 year


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School board dismisses complaints against SuperintendentBy Judy Reed

The Cedar Springs Board of Education passed a reso-lution 4-2 Monday evening to dismiss several complaints filed against Superintendent Dr. Laura VanDuyn, including one filed by board member Ted Sabinas.

The board went into closed session Monday evening be-fore voting on the resolution. The two board members vot-ing against the resolution in-cluded Vice President Brooke Nichols and trustee Michelle Bayink. The resolution was read but there was no discus-sion.

The Post asked for a copy of the resolution, which was handwritten, from both Board

President Matthew Shoffner, and the Superintendent’s of-fice, but received no response from either.

According to Sabinas and others present at the meeting, the resolution dismissed com-plaints filed by Sabinas, Sue Wolfe, and Tammie Drake, which all asked for an inves-tigation into whether Dr. Van-Duyn had violated the school’s bullying and harassment pol-icy (1162) in a statement she made to Sabinas in a previ-ous board meeting on April 24, 2017. It happened during a presentation on privatizing the transportation services. Sa-binas had tried to attend what was listed as an informational meeting between the bus driv-ers and administrative team,

was demeaning and toxic, and she had feared returning to the vicious things said about her family both verbally and on social media. After she submit-ted her leave of absence in Au-gust, many of her colleagues reached out to her, as did par-ents of the students she was to have, but the administration did not communicate with her at all. She said she sent emails and texts asking how she could help with the transition but they were not answered. She wrote a personal letter that she hoped to have delivered to the parents of her students, but it was not. She said she sent emails asking if she still had insurance. Those also went unanswered. On Sept. 4 she said she sent one final email begging for com-munication, but it also was not answered.

Kristina Cassiday also spoke. She worked for 13 years in the teaching and learn-ing office. She said that she had always felt respected and well-liked by the principals, teachers and support staff, and had been thought of as depend-able, trustworthy, knowledge-able and hardworking. How-ever, she said that prior to her leaving, she was accused of unprofessional and unethical

practices, including deleting appointments from Asst. Su-perintendent Jo Spry’s cal-endar; inappropriate charges on a purchase card; releasing confidential budget informa-tion to staff members; and cheating the system, in regard to vacation, sick and personal days. “This kind of leadership (false truths, devious, accusa-tory, strong arming and deceit) has spread fear and distrust throughout our district and community,” she said.

Senior Peyton Elliston spoke about how “our once cohesive, friendly town has turned into a divided battleground that has pitted teacher against teacher and student against student.” She talked about how teachers help students, and not just aca-demically, but also as a mentor, and how several of those teach-ers she relied on as mentors were now gone. “I’m stand-ing before all of you today to tell you that this—without a doubt—affects the students,” she said. She questioned how the people that are supposed to help students feel safe can do that when they don’t feel safe themselves. “Multiple staff members have stood before you over the last two years,

Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette announced on Wednesday, June 14, that he has charged Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Director Nick Lyon, former Flint Emergency Manager Darnell Earley, former City of Flint Wa-ter Department Manager Howard Croft, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Drinking Water Chief Liane Shek-ter-Smith, and Water Supervisor Stephen Busch, with involuntary manslaughter related to their alleged failure to act in the Flint Wa-ter Crisis.

Involuntary manslaughter is punishable by up to 15 years in prison, and/or a $7,500 fine.

In addition to the involuntary manslaughter charges, Schuette also charged Lyon with Misconduct in Office, a felony, subject to 5 years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine.

MDHHS Chief Medical Executive Eden Wells has also been charged with lying to a peace officer and obstruction of justice re-lated to an alleged attempt to stop an investigation into the health crisis in Flint and later misleading investigators as to her actions.

INVESTIGATION INTERIM REPORTWith more than a dozen people now having been charged, and

pre-trial hearings and other legal proceedings occurring, Schuette released the initial results of the more than yearlong investigation. Included in the report is a look at today’s and past charges made, as well as a review of the facts and evidence in the case. (You can find the report on our website at www.cedarspringspost.com.)

DEFENDANTS Multiple Flint-area residents died of Legionnaires’ disease in

the time immediately following the switch from Detroit Water and Sewer Department to the Flint River. All defendants charged with involuntary manslaughter are charged in relation to the death of Robert Skidmore, 85, of Mt. Morris, Michigan. Skidmore died of Legionnaires’ disease after many others had been diagnosed with the illness, yet no public outbreak notice had been issued. The charges allege failure to notify and lack of action to stop the outbreak allowed the disease to continue its spread through Flint’s water system.

NICK LYON - As the Director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, a position whose duties are outlined in the Michigan Constitution, Lyon has a duty to protect public health. The investigation has shown that Lyon allegedly received notice of a deadly Legionnaires’ Disease outbreak in Genesee County nearly one year before he informed the public. After be-ing informed about a potentially fatal health risk, Lyon allegedly deliberately failed to inform the public of a deadly Legionnaires’ Disease outbreak, which resulted in the death of Robert Skid-more. Furthermore, Lyon allegedly participated in covering up the source of Genesee County’s Legionnaires’ Disease outbreak by repeatedly attempting to prevent an independent researcher from looking into the cause of the outbreak.

Charges: COUNT 1 – HOMICIDE – MANSLAUGHTER – INVOLUNTARY Did cause the death of Robert Skidmore on December 13, 2015, by failing to alert the public about a Legion-

GINA CRAMERIn loving memory of my beloved mom who passed away 19 years ago on June 18, 1998. On that night, God took you from my arms to His. Oh, how I miss you. What a strong, wonderful woman you were!I love you, Mom.

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RussEll A. WEIs IIRussell A. Weis II, age 52, of Cedar Springs, died Sunday, June 11, 2017 in Grand Rapids. Russell was born November 17, 1964 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Russell and Donna (Sims) Weis. He was a hard working man. He enjoyed cars and was a mechanic, and later worked in HVAC. He was a great father and grandfather. Surviving are his wife, Jane; children, Rachel Schutt, Russell Weis III, and Leah Weis; four grandchildren; niece, Alix Millar, and nephew Nathan Cubitt. He was preceeded in death by his parents and a sister, Naomi Cubitt. A graveside service was held Wednesday, June 14 at 1:00pm at Ashton Cemetery, north of Reed City.

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CORWIN – PRAHlCharlie Prahl from Cedar Springs and Kathy Corwin from Cedar Springs fell in love and they are getting married. Yes, it will be a blended and blessed family. The blending will begin on June 30, 2017.


MICHAEl A. sHEllITOMichael A. Shellito, 19 of Cedar Springs, died Monday, June 12, 2017 at his home. Michael was born May 3, 1998 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was a graduate of New Beginnings High School and was a natural at all sports and horseback riding. He was very much loved and will be missed by his family. Surviving are his father and stepmother, Andrew (Bonnie) Shellito; mother, Bonnie Phillips; brother, Andrew Shellito; sisters, Nicole Hinton and Madison Shellito. The family will receive friends Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs where the service will be held Friday 11:00 am. Pastor Larry Young officiating. Interment Solon Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to help the family with expenses.

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A special thanks to family and friends for sharing my 90th birthday with me. Thank you for the cards and gifts.

Thank youClark “Red” Robinson

MEGHAN & RYAN lINDEMAN

Meghan Huntoon Lindeman, great-grandchild of long time Cedar Springs resident Betty Goller, and her husband Ryan Lindeman, recently graduated from the graduate school at Northern Illinois University. Meghan earned her doctorate in psychology and Ryan earned his master’s degree in public administration. Ryan also earned a promotion from staff sergeant to second lieutenant in the US Army by graduating from the Northern Illinois University ROTC program. Meghan’s grandfather, Max Huntoon, a veteran of the Vietnam war and Sand Lake resident, delivered Ryan’s first salute as a US Army officer.

DARYl & JO MAGOONDaryl and Jo Magoon will celebrate their 50th anniversary on June 16th, 2017 with their four children, Melissa Mason, Kimberly (Scott) Saboo, Daryl (Cindy) Magoon Jr., Jason Magoon, eleven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Morgan Kroes, daughter of Rick and Teena Kroes, of cedar Springs, graduat-ed Salutatorian with a 3.98 from algoma christian School. her favorite subjects were U.S. history, chemistry, and calcu-lus. her extracurricular activities includ-ed volleyball, basketball, soccer, national honor Society, Spring drama, worship team, chapel planning committee, math tutoring, and small group leader. She plans to attend Frederik Meijer honors college at grand Valley State University to major in Mechanical engineering in hopes of a career in cellula, Tissue, and genetic engineering.

Autumn Hartman, daughter of ed and Becky hartman, of Sand Lake, graduated Valedictorian with a 3.99 from algoma christian School. her favorite subject in school was english. her extracur-ricular activities included volleyball, national honor Society, and Resonate church. She will be attending Ferris State University to major in nursing in hopes of a career as a Registered nurse.

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West Pine Street • 696-1021• Rev. Mike ShierySunday School 9:45

WoRShIP 10:45 aM and 6:00 P.M.MIdWeek SeRvIce • WedneSday 7:00 P.M.

Services at Cedarfield Community Center3592 17 Mile Rd. NE (Next to Meijer)

Phone: 696-9120 Web: www.pioneercrc.org

Sunday Services: 10AM, 6PM

Pioneer Christian Reformed Church

Rockford Springs Community Church5815 14-Mile Rd. (3 miles east of 131) • 696-3656

Sunday WorShip 9:30am • 5:00pm

Pastor David Vander Meer

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Do you know that Saturday is the Sabbath?To learn more about the Sabbath and the truth of the bible visit

The Church of GodFellowship Group of Michigan

Pastor Bruce Chapman616.636.9209 www.cogfgomi.org

Sunday Worship 9:45 AMChristian Education Hour 11:15 AM

Family Bible Hour 6:00 PM

Word of Life Clubs: Wed. 6:30 PM

Adult Bible Study and PrayerWednesdays 6:30 PM

12786 Algoma AveCedar Springswww.MBC-Cedar.com 696-3560

Sunday School 9:30am Sunday Morning Worship 10:45am Sunday Evening Worship 6pmAwana Wednesdays 6:30pm

(Sept. - March)Adult Bible Study Wednesdays 7:00pm

233 S. Main Street • 616-696-1630 • www.csfbc.com

Mary Queen of Apostles ChurchRoman Catholic Faith CommunityOne W. Maple, Sand Lake | 636-5671

Mass Times: Saturdays at 5:30 pm • Sundays at 7:30 am & 9:30 am Sacrament of Reconciliation: Mondays at 6:00 pm

Father Lam T. Le | [email protected]

North KeNt CommuNity ChurChPastor Craig S. Carter

1480 Indian Lakes Rd. NE | Sparta, MI 49345616.550.6398

Service Time: Sundays 10:00 amNursery & Children Ministry Provided

www.nkcchurch.org | E-mail: [email protected]

H I L L C R E S T Community Church of GodTO KNOW CHRIST AND MAKE HIM KNOWN

5994 18 Mile Rd, Cedar Springs, MI 49319 616-696-9333 Senior Pastor Kristi J. Rhodes Assoc. Pastor Mark Robb

Summer Worship: Sunday 10:00 am Nursery & Children’s Church during message

*Youth - June 21 & Aug. 23 6-7:30 pm *Tuesday - Celebrate Recovery 6:30-8:30 pm*Wednesday - Grief Share 6-7:30 pm & Open Prayer 6-7:30 pm

www.cedarspringschristianchurch.org

Cedar Springs Christian ChurchSundayS: 10:30 a.M.MondayS:

open prayer 7-8 pM

pastor ryan Black: SerMonS onlinenon-denominational

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St. John Paul II ParishA Welcoming Catholic Church

3110 17 Mile Road | Cedar Springs, MI | 696-3904Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:00pm • Sunday Mass: 8:30am, 10:30am & 5:00pmSacrament of Reconciliation Saturdays at 3:00 pm & Sundays at 4:00 pmjp2-mqa.org | Father Lam T. Le | [email protected]

Service Time: 10 am Solon CenterWesleyan Churchsoloncenterwesleyanchurch.org

Pastor Doug DiBellPastor Tom Holloway, Music/Youth15671 Algoma Ave., Cedar Springs Just N. of 19 Mile Rd. 616-696-3229

Worship 11 a.m.22 Mile Road

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Solon Center Wesleyan Church

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Summer Worship - 10AMJune-AugustSenior Pastor Tom Holloway

Senior Pastor, Rev. Chadrick BrownSolon Center Wesleyan Church

15671 Algoma Ave., Cedar Springs Just N. of 19 Mile Rd.

www.scwchurch.org 616-696-3229

SAND LAKEUNITED METHODIST CHURCH

65 W. Maple St. • Sand Lake • 616-636-5673Rev. Darryl Miller • Worship Service 9:30 am HaLL RentaL $75.00 (no alcohol) ~

Call Barb Gould 616-636-5615

Cedar Springs United Methodist Church140 S. Main St., PO Box K, Cedar Springs

616-696-1140 • www.cedarspringsumc.orgEmail: [email protected]

Pastor Jane DuffeySunday Worship Service: 10:15 a.m. • Coffee Fellowship: 11:15 a.m.

Supervised Nursery Care ProvidedWednesdays: Food & Faith: 6:00pm dinner, 6:20-7:00pm Christian Education

Cedar Springs United Methodist Church 140 S. Main St., PO Box K , Cedar Springs

616-696-1140 www.cedarspringsumc.org Email: [email protected]

Pastor Jane Duffey

Sunday Worship Service: 10:15 a.m. Coffee Fellowship: 11:15 a.m. Supervised Nursery Care Provided

Wednesdays: Food & Faith: 6:00pm dinner, 6:20-7:00pm Christian Education

ChurCh of the fuLL GospeL(since 1946) Non-Denominational • pentecostal Grace

180 E. Lake St. Sand Lake (1 block E. of Traffic Light)Sunday School .....10am / Sunday Morning .....11am

Sunday Night ..... 6pm pastor Gary Giddings (616) 799-0331

Courtland-oakfield united Methodist ChurCh 10295 Myers Lake Ave.-1.5 Miles South of 14 Mile Rd.

sunday Worship: 10 aMenhance fitness: 10 a.m. M/W/f

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Interim Pastor: Bill Johnson

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THE HEART Of THE fATHERAs we come into this weekend, naturally our thoughts

turn to the father that God has placed in our lives. We will give cards and gifts, make telephone calls, and go out to eat as we honor the men who have so greatly impacted our lives. It is good that we do so. Fatherhood is designed by God to have a strong and positive role in a family, and we need to honor and restore that institution in our generation.

In our current culture, the role of the father in a family

is one that is often mocked or misunderstood. In many TV sitcoms, the dad is por-trayed as a dopey buffoon, a lustful and leering predator, or a weak and emasculat-ed figure, who is constantly subjugated to an inferior role in the family by disrespectful children and/or a dominating wife. Reality is that what is seen on TV is often played out in real life in homes all across the country.

Some people do not have good relationships with, or

memories of, their father. Unfortunately, many times those strained relationships or bad memories have been rightly earned by men whose parenting skills have been sorely lacking. Many children, small or grown, have bitter mem-ories of fathers who were physically or verbally abusive or even went AWOL.

While there are many fathers who are derelict in their duty, thankfully there are also many who have accepted their rightful roles and are living out a reflection of God’s character in their own lives to the best of their ability. I am truly grateful that I have been blessed with a wonderful fa-ther who has lived out his faith in God and blazed a trail for me to follow in the paths of righteousness. Dad has lived his life in a way that made it easy for me to embrace the concept of God as a loving, Heavenly Father.

From the PulpitJesus told Philip in John 14:9: “He who has seen Me has

seen the Father” (NKJV). Dads, that needs to be the goal in our lives. Part of the process of restoring fatherhood to its God-ordained place in society is for men to step up and accept and shoulder the responsibilities that come with that position. Being a dad is far more than just a title; it is an ongoing action.

It is being humble in our attitudes, consistent in our dai-ly walk of faith, unwavering in unconditional love for our families, uncorrupted by current culture, constant in our generosity, and magnanimous in our acts of grace. It is being firm enough to provide boundaries for our families’ actions, strong enough to demand a proper code of con-duct for our families’ behavior, and gentle in teaching those ways to ones we love. We are to model the heart of Jesus for those with whom we live.


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Michigan Blood DriveJune 20: Michigan Blood Drive on June 20th at the Cedar Springs United Methodist Church from 12:30 pm until 7:00 pm. Anyone attempting to donate will receive a Cedar Springs Brewing coupon. We would like to thank the local business for supporting our blood drives. The need for blood is high during the summer with people on vacation. Each donation has the potential to save 3 Michigan lives. The Blood Center thanks all the people that donate at the Cedar Springs blood drive. #24

Introduction to PapermakingJune 22: Transform junk mail into decorative sheets of paper in this hands-on program for adults. Thursday, June 22nd at 6 pm at Spencer Township KDL Branch, 14960 Meddler Ave., Gowen. #24

Blessing of the BicyclesJune 24: Event to be held on Saturday, June 24th from 1-3 pm at The Springs Church parking lot, corner of Oak and First St. Several used Bikes have been graciously donated this year and will be available for those that may not have a bike, while supplies last. We will also have minor bike repairs in site and many fun things for the kids to do. The Blessing will be given at 2:30 pm by Pastor Greig followed by a New Bike give away. Blessing is open to Riders of all ages. Hope to see you there! #24,25p

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After a ship sank in the ocean, three men ended up stranded in a lifeboat. They floated around for days without food or water. One afternoon a bottle floated up to the boat. The men grabbed the bottle and when they pulled the cork out of the bottle, a genie appeared.

“I’ll grant each of you a single wish,” said the genie.“I wish I was home,” said the first man. Then, poof!

He disappeared.“I wish I was home, too,” said the second man. Poof!

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ly,” he said. “I wish my friends were here with me.”

From L to R: Stephanie Ondersma as Pepa and Cassandra Jansma as Candela rehearse a scene from “Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown.”

Up next for the Flat River Community Players is a rel-atively new musical, “Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown.” Coming to the Greenville Area Community Center in July, “Women on the Verge” is based on the 1988 Pedro Almodovar movie classic of the same title. In 2011, Bartlett Sher, Jeffrey Lane, and David Yazbek took the af-fecting yet funny tale, gave it a satirical comic style, and set it to an enticing Latin beat.

“Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown” is a story about miscommunication, coincidences, and crossed-paths. It’s about the fury of women scorned and the men who sometimes pursue and sometimes reject them. It’s about the choices we make, both good and bad, and the consequences every step of the way.

Central to the plot is Pepa (Stephanie Ondersma), a gal whose friends and lovers are trying to navigate life in 1980s Madrid. Somehow, everyone keeps dropping by her apart-ment. Good thing Pepa keeps gazpacho on hand to serve company!

Along with Pepa, there’s her missing and possibly cheat-ing lover, Ivan (Ryan Garlick), and Ivan’s ex-wife, Lucia (Shannon Rop), whose mental stability is highly question-able. Candela (Cassandra Jansma) is Pepa’s best friend. She’s excited about her new boyfriend, Malik (Shawn Jansma), but he seems to have nefarious ties to a terrorist group. Carlos (Caleb Kellogg) is Ivan and Lucia’s son, and Marisa (Cynthia Karaba) is his girlfriend.

The Taxi Driver (Tim Addis) supplies Pepa with much needed advice and tissues, and more wisdom with shoul-ders to cry on come from Ivan’s Concierge (Charlotte Am-brose) and Pepa’s Concierge (Mercedes Gonzalez). Others in the cast are: Hector (Nathan LaLone), Rosalia (Mary McDonough), Paulina (April Bohjanen),the Repairman (Doug Christianson), and the Detective (Raymond Koren).

Kent Schuster directs “Women on the Verge.” He has wanted to direct this show ever since hearing the movie was being adapted into a stage musical. “I’ve always loved low-budget, independent, foreign films,” he explains. “I love the weirdness of them, and Pedro Almodovar is my favorite director.”

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Also trying out for national Futsal team

Isaiah Schatz, a 2017 graduate of Cedar Springs High School, recently committed to a Division 1 soccer program at Northern Kentucky University as a goalkeeper.

He also has been invited (based on an ear-lier trial in South Carolina) to attend the fi-nal U.S. Youth Futsal National I.D. trial that brings together the best youth Futsal players in the nation as judged at all State Futsal I.D. Trials earlier in the year. Top players at the U.S. Youth Futsal National I.D. Trial will be selected for U.S. Youth Futsal National Teams. The final trial is in Kansas from July 13-15.

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Red Hawk to PantherJordan Ringler commits to Davenport University

Jordan Ringler signs his letter of intent as his CSHS Head Wrestling Coach Nick Emery and Assistant Coach Lonnie Armstrong look on.

2017 graduate Isaiah Schatz and his family. He recently committed to playing soccer at Northern Kentucky University as goalkeeper.

Jordan Ringler, a 2017 Cedar Springs High School gradu-ate, has signed a letter of intent to wrestle for the Davenport University Panthers this fall.

Jordan, son of Paul and Jane Ringler of Cedar Springs, has wrestled most of his life, beginning with freestyle when he was just a kindergartener. Jordan, a very tough com-petitor, has taken several awards over the years through the Michigan Youth and the Middle School/High School programs. He has participated on national teams, and he has been a consistent hard working leader, as described by teammates and coaches. Jordan plans to pursue the health care field for his BA and eventually hopes to obtain his doc-torate of Physical Therapy. Congratulations Jordan!

gether and travel internationally. Those chosen will travel to Costa Rica for three international matches from July 23 to July 30.

Futsal is the official indoor soccer game. It is small sided (5v5), played on a smaller pitch (roughly basketball court sized) and with a smaller ball.

The United States Marine Corps Sports Leadership Academy will host a free basketball clin-ic June 24 at MSA Field-house (5435 28th St Ct SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546).

The USMC Sports Leadership Academy is a unique experience for ath-letes seeking skill training and leadership insights that go beyond the playing field. These na- tionwide sports clinics offer the chance to enhance basketball ability through in-struction from some of the area’s best basketball coaches as well as learn leadership from some of America’s best leaders, the Unit-ed States Marines. “We are excited to provide this opportunity for the local youth to complement their athletic experiences with the skillset to become exceptional leaders,” Mr. Leroy Penning-ton, Director of Eastern Recruiting Region Marketing said. “The USMC Sports Leadership Academy is a unique skill building experience that provides a great atmosphere for its participants.”

Participants will be immersed in the fundamentals of basketball while being exposed to Marine-style leadership. Marine Corps Leadership Traits will be taught during short breakout sessions throughout the day and focus on how the sports skills learned on the field relate to real world leadership challenges. Whether in the classroom or on the court, USMC Sports Leadership Academy attendees will experience the skills required to stand out among their peers.

The Basketball Academy begins at 8 a.m. and concludes at 4:30 p.m. following the awards presentations and closing ceremony. All participants receive a USMC Sports Leadership Academy t-shirt and free lunch as well as a camp swag bag. The seven top performers receive 2017 Academy All-Star medals. The event is open to anyone between the age of 15 and 19 years of age. Limit-ed registration is available at www.usmcsports.com.

Coaches know the game, now players can learn the secrets of leadership that will carry on beyond the realm of athletics.

“When situations occur concerning a bear, some form of food has usually attracted the bear into the area,” said DNR wildlife communica-tions coordinator Katie Keen. “The common element is usually a bird feeder—seed, suet and even hummingbird feeders. The good news is a homeowner can choose to take control of the situation.”

Michigan’s estimated black bear population is over 12,000 adult bears—2,000 in the northern Lower Peninsula and 10,000 across the Upper Peninsula. Typically, black bears are shy ani-mals, but they have a great sense of smell and can remember a food source. As a result, a black bear will go places it normally wouldn’t if a food reward is available.

In addition to bird feeders, pet food, garbage, barbeque grills and beehives also can attract bears. Pet food should be stored indoors, as should garbage, until the time of pickup. Gar-bage that is set out the night before can attract bears and can have more of an impact than just an overturned garbage can.

“Bears are smart, so we have to be smarter,”

said Keen. “They are wild animals that are un-predictable and can travel many miles. Your habits can affect those around you, and a bear that loses its natural fear of humans because food has been introduced can end up being bold or dangerous and may need to be put down.”

Michigan’s bear population generally is found in the northern half of the Lower Peninsula and across the Upper Peninsula. Bears eat most items found in the forest, including plants, berries, nuts, acorns, insects and, occasionally, small mammals. Because bears will eat most any-thing, their behavior and normal travel patterns will change if an easy food source is discovered.

“Don’t wait for the first time a bear knocks down your bird feeder or garbage can; be proac-tive and don’t let a habit form,” said Keen.

Learn more about living with bears and ways to avoid attracting bears to your property with the DNR’s “The Bear Essentials” video on Michigan.gov/wildlife.

Bear population and distribution are managed through regulated bear hunting. Michigan’s bear hunting seasons vary by bear management unit, with the first 2017 season starting Sept. 8. A total of 7,140 bear hunting licenses will be available this fall. Bear hunting licenses are distributed through a preference point system.

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The deer was determined to nail the coyote with some serious blows. After passing in front us, the coyote dodged around us and turned again to enter the woods. Karen and I were traveling in a clearing on pavement.

The deer held true to its pursuit, passing in front of us as if we were not there with focus on the canine. She banked on the pavement and made a second turn toward the woods. The pavement was too smooth for her hooves and her legs went out from under her. She fell hard on her left side, jumped up and continued.

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Wednesday, June 28th…..4-H Horse/Pony Show – W/T English, Saddle Seat, Hunt Seat Equita-

tion, Hunt Seat Pleasure – Horse Arena @ 9:00 a.m.4-H Rabbit and Cavy Show – Small Animal Arena @ 9:00 a.m.4-H Dairy Show – Livestock Arena @ 9:00 a.m.4-H Beef Show – Livestock Arena @ 1:00 p.m. Market Beef Cattle Ul-

trasound – Beef Barn after show4-H Llama/Alpaca Show – TBA Livestock or Small animal Arena @ 5:00 p.m.4-H Sheep and Swine Carcass Show – Sage’s Meats, Greenville @ 6:00 p.m.Maple Leaf Amusement Rides

$18.00 per armband- all day.

Thursday, June 29th…..4-H Horse/Pony – Jumping and Dressage – Horse Arena @ 9:00 a.m.Maple Leaf Amusement Rides

$18.00 per armband or $30.00 for two armbands – all day.4-H Market Animal Livestock Auction – Livestock Arena @ 3:00 p.m.

NEW TIME! (Bidder registration starts @ 2:00 p.m.)

Friday, June 30th…..4-H Horse/Pony Show – Gymkhana Horsemanship, All Speed events –

Horse Arena @ 8:00 a.m.Kids Day Expo – 4-H Expo Tent/Ash Foundation Building @ 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Maple Leaf Amusement Rides

$12.00 per armband – all day.Super Kicker Rodeo Production – Grand Stand @ 7:00 p.m. Adults and

Children 11 and up.....$10.00 each – Children 10 and under.....$5.00 each

Saturday, July 1st…..4-H Horse/Pony Cart Classes – Horse Arena @ 10:00 a.m.4-H Showmanship Sweepstakes – Livestock Arena @ 10:00 a.m. (4-H

Exhibitors Honors and Outstanding Photos after Sweepstakes @ 12:00 p.m.)4-H Horse/Pony Costume Class – Horse Arena after 4-H Showmanship

Sweepstakes.4-H Tractor Driving Contest – Location to Be Announced @ 1:00 p.m.4-H Dog Show (Agility Classes) – Livestock Arena Registration: @ 1 p.m.

Show: @ 2 p.m. Maple Leaf Amusement Rides

$18.00 per armband or $30.00 for two armbands – all day.4-H Club Herdsmanship Awards – To be announced in the eveningUnique Motor Sports Demolition Derby – Grand Stand @ 7:00 p.m. Adults and Children 11 and up.....$15.00 each – Children 10 and under.....$5.00 each

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At the direction of Acting Chairman Maureen Ohlhau-sen, the Federal Trade Com-mission has launched a new website–ftc.gov/SmallBusi-ness–with articles, videos, and other information aimed at helping small business owners avoid scams and protect their computers and networks from cyberattacks and other threats.

“Small businesses are critical to our economic strength, building America’s future, and helping the Unit-ed States compete in today’s global marketplace,” Acting Chairman Ohlhausen said. “This innovative new web-site is a one-stop shop where small businesses can find information to protect them-selves from scammers and hackers, as well as resources they can use if they are hit with a cyberattack.”

According to the U.S.Small Business Ad-ministration (SBA), there are more than 28 million small businesses nation-wide, employing nearly 57 million people. Scammers frequently target small busi-

nesses with deceptive tac-tics designed to get them to pay for supplies they didn’t order, donate to fake chari-ties or trick them into giving access to their network or downloading malware that can corrupt their business’s computers.

Cyberattacks can be par-ticularly devastating to small businesses, and many of them lack the resources that larger companies have to devote to cybersecuri-ty. Symantec Corp.’s 2016 Internet Security Threat Re-port indicates the percentage of spear-phishing attacks targeting small business rose dramatically from 18 percent

to 43 percent between 2011 and 2015.

The FTC’s new web page offers specific information to help small businesses protect their networks and their customer data. This includes a new Small Busi-ness Computer Security Basics guide, which shares computer security basics to help companies protect their files and devices, train employees to think twice be-fore sharing the business’s account information, and keep their wireless network protected, as well as how to respond to a data breach. It also has information on other cyber threats such

as ransomware and phish-ing schemes targeting small businesses. The FTC is continuing to work with the SBA on additional ways to help small businesses.

The Federal Trade Com-mission works to promote competition, and protect and educate consumers. You can learn more about con-sumer topics and file a con-sumer complaint online or by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP (382-4357). Like the FTC on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, read our blogs and subscribe to press releases (www.ftc.gov/stay-connected) for the latest FTC news and resources.


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Don’t Let Your Investments Take a “Vacation”

It’s summer again – time for many of us to take a break and possibly hit the open road. But even if you go on vacation, you won’t want your investments to do the same – in summertime or any other season. How can you help make sure your portfolio continues to work hard for you all year long?

Here are a few suggestions:• Avoid owning too many “low growth”

investments. As you know, different invest-ments have different characteristics and can help you in different ways. For example, you typically own stocks because you want them to grow in value so that you can eventually sell them for a profit. Other investments, such as certificates of deposit (CDs), provide you with a regular source of income and stabili-ty of principal – two valuable contributions to your portfolio. However, investments like CDs don’t offer much in the way of growth. So if you own too many of them, you might be slowing your progress toward your im-portant financial goals, such as a comfortable retirement.

You can maximize the productivity of your portfolio by owning a variety of invest-ments – domestic stocks, international stocks, corporate bonds, U.S. Treasury securities, CDs and more. How much of each invest-ment should you own? The answer depends on a variety of factors, including your age, income, risk tolerance, family situation and specific objectives. Over time, your ideal in-vestment mix may change, but you’ll likely need at least some growth potential at every stage of your life.

• Don’t let your portfolio go “unsuper-vised.” Your investment portfolio can be subject to “drift” if left alone for extended time periods. In fact, without your making any moves at all, your portfolio can move in directions that may not be favorable to you. Suppose you think your holdings should be made up of 70% stocks, but due to strong gains, your stocks now make up 80% of your portfolio. This development could lead to a risk level that feels uncomfortably high to you. That’s why you should review your port-folio at least once a year, possibly with the help of a financial professional, to check your progress and make adjustments as needed.

• Don’t stop at the nearest “resting place.” Some people hope that if they can get that one “winner,” they will triumph in the investment arena. But the ability to “get rich quick” is much more of a myth than a reality. True in-vestment success typically requires patience, persistence and the resilience to continue in-vesting even during market downturns.

In other words, investing is a long-term en-deavor, and you need a portfolio that reflects this reality. The investment moves you make today may pay off for you decades from now. You need to establish your goals and keep them constantly in mind as you invest. And you will never really reach the end of your investment journey, because you’ll need to make choices and manage your portfolio throughout your retirement years.

Hopefully, you will enjoy a pleasant vaca-tion sometime this summer. But your invest-ment portfolio shouldn’t take time off.

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The Car Center recently celebrated its one-year anniversary here in Cedar Springs with a car show. Courtesy photo.

The Car Center celebrated its first year of business in the Cedar Springs area with a grand reopening car show at their location on 13399 White Creek Avenue. There were lots of door prizes—a variety of antique,

late model, and sports cars and free food and drinks. Car Center Cedar Springs—offering collision services—is the newest location of Car Center in Greenville, which pro-vides both collision and mechanical.

Are you looking for a new place to get your insurance? Check out Ryanne Donahue State Farm Agency, located at 60 N. Main Street. Owner Ryanne Donahue said they offer Insurance and Finan-cial services to help people protect what is important to them, prepare for the un-expected, and plan for the future!

What makes them unique from other insurance agen-cies? Ryanne and the agency team believe in a “good old days” approach to business. “In the world of 15-minute insurance quotes, we want to take the time to get to know the people we serve,” she explained. “We try to al-ways remember that people need their insurance agent most when something bad or scary has happened, we don’t want to be a stranger in those times we want to be

a trusted friend.”Ryanne and her employ-

ees are all local residents from Cedar Springs, to Kent City, to Sand Lake. “We know the community and have the same worries, goals, dreams, and fears as our clients. We offer a wide range of services to help cover every day risks, all backed by State Farm!” she said.

Ryanne said they plan to be at 60 N. Main for many years. “Our goal is to have a conversation with every person we come across, to make sure they are getting the best value and protec-tion that their insurance pol-icies can offer. We want to make sure that when some-thing scary happens, our clients can hear us say ‘I am sorry that happened, but we can help!’”

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Public NoticeSchool District Notice of a

Public Hearing on Proposed 2017 - 2018 budget

Please take notice that on June 26, 2017 at 6:45 o’clock p.m., at Hilltop Community Resource Center, Cedar Springs, Michigan, the Board of Education of Cedar Springs Public Schools will hold a public hearing to consider the District’s proposed 2017 - 2018 budget. The Board may not adopt its proposed 2017-2018 budget until after a public hearing. A copy of the proposed 2017-2018 budget, including the proposed property tax millage rate, is avail-able for public inspection during normal business hours at Cedar Springs Public Schools District Office Cedar Springs, MI 49319. the property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing. This notice is given by order of the Board of Education.

Dated: June 15, 2017 Patricia Eary, Secretary

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as tourism, commercial fishing and boat manufacturing and sales.”

The weeklong celebration also includes a handful of events taking place in harbors across the state and live radio broadcasts that will feature DNR staff and other industry professionals.

Since residents and visitors are never more than 6 miles from a body of water or 85 miles from a Great Lake, there are plenty of reasons to take pride in Michigan’s vast fresh-water resources. The following freshwater facts help define why Michigan is the Great Lakes State:

• 3,288 miles of Great Lakes shoreline.• 11,000-plus inland lakes.• 36,350 miles of rivers and streams.• 1,300 boat launches and 82 public harbors administered

by state, county and local units of government.• More lighthouses than any other state.• Access to 154 species of fish.A portion of revenue collected from Michigan’s gas tax

and watercraft registrations helps fund state facilities, in-cluding 19 harbors and approximately 1,000 boating access sites. Another portion of that revenue funds grants to local units of government that oversee 63 harbors and roughly 200 boating access sites. These resources help fund water-ways projects and the ongoing maintenance at public rec-reational boating facilities, benefiting local and regional economies and contributing to statewide tourism.

Visit www.michigan.gov/boating to learn more about Michigan boating, Michigan Boating Week, water safety and much more. In addition, the Michigan Harbors Guide is available for download and is designed to offer essential boating information and a list of locations and amenities offered at state harbors.

naires’ Disease outbreak in Flint, Michigan when he had notice that another outbreak would occur; contrary to MCL 750.321. [750.321-C] FELONY: 15 Years and/or $7,500.00. DNA to be taken upon arrest.

COUNT 2 – MISCONDUCT IN OFFICE Did between Febru-ary 2015 and May 2017, commit misconduct in office, an indict-able offense at common law, in violation of his duty to protect the health of the citizens of the County of Genesee, State of Michigan and to protect the public health enjoined upon him by the Mich-igan Public Health Code, MCL 333.5111(1); MCL 333.5111(2)(f);MCL 333.2251(1): MCL 333.2251(3); and MCL 333.20531 and the Critical Health Problems Reporting Act; contrary to MCL 750.505. [750.505] FELONY: 5 Years and/or $10,000.00.

EDEN WELLS - As the Chief Medical Executive of the Mich-igan Department of Health and Human Services, Dr. Eden Wells has a responsibility to protect the health and welfare of Michigan residents. During the course of the investigation of the Flint Water Crisis, it is alleged that Wells attempted to withhold funding for programs designed to help the victims of the crisis, and then lied to an investigator about material facts related to the investigation.

Charges: COUNT 1 – OBSTRUCTION OF JUSTICE Did commit the common law offense of obstruction of justice by knowingly providing false testimony to a Special Agent and by threatening to withhold funding for the Flint Area Community Health and Environment Partnership if the partnership did not cease its investigation into the source of the Legionnaires’ Disease outbreak in Flint, Michigan; contrary to MCL 750.505. FELONY: 5 Years or $10,000. DNA to be taken upon arrest.

COUNT 2 – LYING TO A PEACE OFFICER – 4 YEAR OR MORE CRIME INVESTIGATION After being informed by Spe-cial Counsel Todd Flood, in the presence of Special Agent Arthur Wimmer, that they were conducting a criminal investigation, did knowingly and willfully make a statement or statements to the of-ficer that he or she knew was false or misleading regarding the fol-lowing material fact or facts relating to the investigation: the date she knew of the Legionnaires’ Disease outbreak in Flint, Mich-igan, and the officer was conducting a criminal investigation re-garding involuntary manslaughter; contrary to MCL 750.479c(2)(c). [750.470C2C]. HIGH COURT MISDEMEANOR: 2 Years and/or $5,000.00.

STEPHEN BUSCH - Stephen Busch served as the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality District 8 Water Supervi-sor, a position which would have allowed him to order the Flint Water Treatment Plant be shut down because it was not producing safe water. In January of 2015, Busch was made aware of the Le-gionnaires’ Disease outbreak, yet he allegedly represented to the public that Flint’s drinking water was safe.

Busch was previously charged with felony Misconduct in Of-fice, Tampering with Evidence, Conspiracy to Tamper with Ev-idence, and two misdemeanor counts for both a treatment and monitoring violation of the Michigan Safe Water Drinking Act.

Charges: COUNT 1 – HOMICIDE – MANSLAUGHTER –

INVOLUNTARY Did cause the death of Robert Skidmore on December 13, 2015, by failing to alert the public about a Legion-naires’ Disease outbreak in Flint, Michigan when he had notice that another outbreak would occur; contrary to MCL 750.321. [750.321-C] FELONY: 15 Years and/or $7,500.00. DNA to be taken upon arrest.

LIANE SHEKTER-SMITH - As the Chief of the Office of Drinking Water and Municipal Assistance at the Department of Environmental Quality, Shekter-Smith had the ability to order the Flint Water Treatment Plant shut down for failure to produce safe water.

Shekter-Smith was previously charged with a felony of Mis-conduct in Office and a misdemeanor charge of Willful Neglect of Duty.

Charges: COUNT 1 – HOMICIDE – MANSLAUGHTER – INVOLUNTARY Did cause the death of Robert Skidmore on December 13, 2015, by failing to alert the public about a Legion-naires’ Disease outbreak in Flint, Michigan when he had notice that another outbreak would occur; contrary to MCL 750.321. [750.321-C] FELONY: 15 Years and/or $7,500.00. DNA to be taken upon arrest.

HOWARD CROFT - As Director of Public Works for the City of Flint, Croft had the ability to mandate changes to the treatment processes at the WTP to ensure proper disinfection was occurring, or switch back to DWSD. Mike Glasgow, former Flint Water Treatment Plant Operator, was allegedly pressured by Croft to start using the Flint Water Treatment Plant. Croft’s alleged failure to treat the water properly contributed to the bacterial outbreaks found in Flint, including the legionella in the spring of 2015.

Croft was previously charged with felony False Pretenses and Conspiracy to Commit False Pretenses.


DARNELL EARLEY - As an appointed Emergency Manager for the City of Flint, Earley was tasked with ensuring the health and welfare of the City. During his terms as Emergency Manager, Earley contributed to the decisions that allegedly caused the death of Robert Skidmore by keeping the City on the water source even as it became obvious the source should be switched back to De-troit Water & Sewer.

Earley was previously charged with felony False Pretenses, Conspiracy to Commit False Pretenses, Misconduct in Office and a misdemeanor charge of Willful Neglect of Duty.


A criminal charge is merely an accusation and the defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

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Voices / ViewsThe Cedar Springs Post welcomes letters of up to 350 words. The subject should be relevant to local readers, and the editor reserves the right to reject letters or edit for clarity, length, good taste, accuracy, and liability concerns. All submissions MUST be accompanied by full name, mailing address and daytime phone number. We use this information to verify the letter’s authenticity. We do not print anonymous letters, or acknowledge letters we do not use. Writers are limited to one letter per month. Email to [email protected], or send to Post Scripts, Ce-dar Springs Post, PO Box 370, Cedar Springs, MI 49319.

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response to “reader disappointed in story choice”

I too was at the last board of education meeting. I ad-mire your dedication to family in supporting the position of a relative on the board, however there are a few state-ments you made that I don’t believe are accurate. One only needs to look through recent issues of the Post to see several articles about our students’ accomplishments. One article in the last 7 months bringing awareness to our community that our teachers are STILL working un-der fear and intimidation does not constitute a pattern. I would also argue that the ‘slanted viewpoint from the vo-cal minority’ is not accurate. The board meeting I attend-ed was standing room only, and ended with a standing ovation from an overwhelming majority when Trustee Sabinas filed a formal complaint against Dr. VanDuyn. The Cedar Springs Post has a responsibility to this com-munity to report ALL news, even if it’s something you don’t want to see. I don’t want to see our teachers public-ly beg for help from the board of education month after month for over two years, yet here we are and it is STILL happening. So while we ALL would like to see news full of sunshine and rainbows, it’s difficult to admire the drapes when the house is on fire.

Tami Elliston, Cedar Springs

I personally possess a scar on my right arm from 58 years ago when a deer casually sliced me open with one swipe of its hoof. That wild deer did not intentionally try to injure me. Back in the day, people fed wild animals in national parks. My mother put some salt on my hand and I held it out for the deer. It licked the salt and when the salt was gone, the deer pawed for more like a dog might. Its hoof gashed my arm.

Laws have since been established to prevent feeding or get-ting too close to wild animals in parks to protect both animals and people.

When an adult deer is weak, injured, or sick, a coyote has a better chance to kill it. That would shorten a prolonged demise and would likely help prevent the spread of disease among deer. Coyotes find and eat dead deer but occasionally adults are killed. In one study, 10 percent of coyote scat has been found to contain deer hair. Because of scavenging, the presence of hair in scat does not mean the coyote killed a deer.

So why was this deer chasing a coyote? The deer would not eat the coyote. What would cause it to endanger itself with high pursuit of an animal clearly wanting to get away? A fawn! Taking fawns is common.

The drama we witnessed the first week of June will never have a complete answer. The coyote was probably intent on killing a fawn so she could feed her own young. Does reg-ularly leave fawns for extended periods when they are very small but by June fawns can travel with mom. If mom was nearby when the coyote arrived, the doe would let the coyote know you don’t mess with momma or her fawn.

The coyote likely had hungry pups to feed. Coyotes help keep deer numbers from being excessive and denuding the forest of many plants. Many forests have lost wildflowers and vegetation from deer over browsing. Fortunately, Ody Brook Nature Sanctuary still has healthy plant populations. That could in part be due to the presence of coyotes that take fawns. Mice and other small rodents along with insects are a staple in the coyote’s diet. Coyotes know you don’t mess with mamma deer.

Natural history questions or topic suggestions can be di-rected to ranger Steve (Mueller) at [email protected] - Ody Brook Nature Sanctuary, 13010 Northland Dr. Cedar Springs, MI 49319 or call 616-696-1753.

for this FRCP show.Performances are set for 7:30 p.m. on July 7, 8, 14 and

15. There will be a 2:00 PM matinee on Sunday, July 9. Tickets are $13 for adults, $11 for seniors (60 and over), and $11 for students (18 and under).

General seating admission tickets are available at the Greenville Area Community Center during regular business hours Monday through Friday. Tickets may be reserved on-line with MasterCard or VISA at www.flatriver.showclix.com (or by phone at 1-888-71-TICKETS). Call the Players at (616) 754-8207 if you have questions or concerns.

The FRCP does caution parents. “Women on the Verge” is a PG-13 rated show. It includes a little strong language and adult situations that may not be suitable for younger kids.

The trailer for the movie version of this show goes some-thing like this: “It’s a romance, but it’s not about love. It’s a comedy, but not everyone’s laughing. A deliriously de-ranged comedy that follows no rules, spares no victims, takes no prisoners.” Yup, that’s “Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown.” Don’t miss it!

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simply asking for your help because they feel bullied and intim-idated, yet you haven’t even acknowledged them, because they keep coming back. Imagine having a playground bully you can’t escape, and your repeated cries for help fall on deaf ears.” She noted that they are sending a message to students that their voices are insignificant.

Retired teacher Peggy Hansen asked why the board is turning a blind eye to all the controversy. She said teachers need to be re-assured that they can speak out without retaliation. She also asked why the board is not getting back to community members regard-ing the questions they ask.

Teachers Union representative Brett Burns also spoke while 30-plus teachers stood behind him. “We stand before you this evening as a unified group of educators who you trust with your children every day. We want you to know that we love our kids, we are positive, we are united, we are hopeful. We want to begin the very important process of mending fences in order to build bridges to a bright future. Knowing that you want the same thing for our community and its children, we are extending an invitation for an open dialogue between educators and you, the members of the Cedar Springs Board of Education. We look forward to working as a team on this shared goal. Thank you for listening to this pos-itive, caring majority who deeply desire the best for our staff, our community, and most importantly our kids,” he said.

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Love your furniture and drapes but would love a beautiful cat too?Have we got Miss Perfect for you! Meet the gor-geous Mead-ow. She was found as a stray. Someone won-derful brought her to us. Good thing too, she’s declawed on all four paws! Meadow has been spayed and is up to date on all her vaccines. She seems frightened by oth-er animals, so she’d want to be the only fur kid in your home. She loves people and will talk to you as you love on her.

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5th Wheel Travel Trailer. 27.5 Forest River Sand Piper, 1 large pullout, new tires, new hot water heater. Very nice condition. $6,500. 616-984-2814 or 616-291-5661. #24,25p

Cedar Swing Set, 2 swings, slide, rock climbing wall, sand box with picnic table built in. You take down and haul away. $75.00. 845-417-5674. #24p

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Baptist and Englewright Lakes Garage Sales. Friday and Saturday, 6/23-6/24 from 9 am to ? Tools, clothes, toys, household items, treasures. #24,25p

Moving Sale: June 22nd and 23rd from 9 am to 8 pm. Located at 13121 Stout Ave. NE Cedar Springs. #24,25p

Solon Township is looking for an Administrative Assistant/Deputy Treasurer with strong organizational and communication skills, general knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, and sound work ethics. A complete job description and list of duties can be obtained on our website, solontwp.org, or from our office at 15185 Algoma Avenue NE, Cedar Springs. #23,24b

Lost: Set of keys. Possibly lost at Meijer. GMC and house keys, flashlight keychain. If found, call the Cedar Springs Post at 616-696-3655. #24

Found: Non-motorized scooter with bike handles. Found on Ritchie between Becker and 16 Mile Rd. Call 616-696-9217, leave message please. #21

Found: Set of keys left on the counter at the Cedar Springs Post Newspaper on Monday, May 22nd or Tuesday, May 23rd. Car plus 2 others. Stop in to identify at 36 E. Maple St. 616-696-3655. #21

Local newspaper in Cedar Springs area is looking for someone to help in our sales department. Paid hourly with bonus commission. Approximately 20-32 hours per week. Must have own transportation and valid driver’s license.

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PLEASE DO NOT leave your pet in your car while shopping! Show your love for them by leaving them safely in the comfort and cool of home. Cars can get dangerously hot in just a few minutes even with the windows cracked.

Lost: Orange and white kitten, female. Nichole was lost on Main Street in Cedar Springs. Call 616-788-8319 or 616-788-6036. #24

Lost: Black Lab – male wearing orange collar w/ ID tag. Lost from Meyers Lake Rd. between 17 and 18 Mile Rd. on Tuesday, May 9th. Call 616-696-2028. #20

Found: Male Chihuahua, neutered, found in the Prairie Run/The Pines subdivision on Friday, May 26th. Call 616-450-4826. #23

Lumberyard Assistant-White Creek Lumber & HardwareRequirements- knowledge of lumber, basic math skills, verbal communication skills, 18+ years old, experience with table saw, and possess a valid Michigan Driver’s License. Candidate will be available for afternoons and Saturdays. Part-time opportunity. Closed on Sunday. Competitive wages, great work atmosphere!

The Cedar Springs Post is a weekly newspaper in northern Kent County. If interested in owning a newspaper, email to [email protected].

Thinking outside the coop: 8 common myths about raising backyard poultry

(BPT) - From fresh egg production to natural gar-den fertilizer, there is no shortage of benefits in raising backyard poultry. But even as families become more familiar with sustainable living and keeping chickens, several poultry myths still exist.

Here to set the record straight for our feathered friends is poultry expert Lisa Steele, creator of the re-nowned Fresh Eggs Daily brand and author of three top-selling books on the subject. Steele is also a consul-tant with Tractor Supply Company, the rural lifestyle retailer.

Here are Steele’s eight most common myths sur-rounding backyard flocks:

Myth 1: Chickens are difficult to care for.“There is, of course, a certain level of responsibil-

ity required to properly care for any living animal. However, when it comes to backyard poultry, the time commitment is fairly minimal - maybe 30 minutes daily,” Steele says. Here’s what you can expect: In the morning, chickens will need to be let out and fed; waterers will need to be filled. At some point, eggs will need to be collected. Then, around dusk, after the chickens have wandered back to the coop, the door needs to be locked to protect from predators.

Myth 2: Chickens (and coops) smell.“Chickens themselves don’t smell, nor does a well-main-

tained coop,” Steele says. “On average, a chicken produces about 1.5 ounces of manure a day, which is far less than the average dog - not to mention, when composted, it makes won-derful nitrogen-rich fertilizer for a garden.”

Myth 3: Chickens are noisy.“Despite what you may have heard, chickens are pretty qui-

et. In fact, a clucking chicken tends to be on par with normal human conversation (60-65 decibels). In other words, it’s a lot quieter than your neighbor’s barking dog, lawn mower or car alarm,” Steele says.

Roosters are a different story, and some areas prohibit them for that very reason. Be sure to check your local ordinances

about keeping backyard poultry!Myth 4: You need a rooster to get eggs.Chickens will lay eggs regardless of whether or not there is a

rooster in the flock. A male chicken is only needed to fertilize an egg, meaning eggs laid by hens in a rooster-less flock can never hatch into baby chicks. And while there are some ben-efits to having roosters, they aren’t necessary for your hen to produce a basket of delicious, fresh eggs.

Myth 5: A chicken lays an egg every day.Fresh eggs to eat and share with friends are one of the best

benefits of raising poultry, but Steele says not to expect your hen to lay an egg every day. “The average chicken will pro-duce four to five eggs a week, but that will vary depending on the chicken’s age, breed, health and environment. Shorter days, extreme temperatures, molting (growing in new feathers) and other stressors, such as the presence of predators, can all affect egg production,” Steele says.

Myth 6: Brown eggs are more nutritious than white eggs.“The nutrient content of an egg is based largely on a hen’s

diet, not the color of its egg, which is determined solely by the chicken’s breed,” Steele says. According to a study conducted by Mother Earth News magazine, a free-roaming chicken that consumes grass and bugs will lay eggs with less cholesterol and saturated fat and more Vitamin A and E, beta-caro-tene and Omega-3s than a chicken fed purely commercial corn/grain-based foods.

Myth 7: Chickens carry disease.“Chickens don’t carry any more risk

of disease than a dog or cat. In fact, they love to eat ticks and other pesky critters known to transmit diseases like Lyme disease, tapeworm and heartworm,” Steele explains. “While salmonella can be transmitted to humans through poultry dander and feces, simply wash-ing hands after handling the chickens keeps the risk of infection minimal.”

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) also cautions against live poultry inside the home and against let-ting children younger than 5 years old handle poultry.

Myth 8: Chickens attract rodents and predators.“Wild predators are not any more attracted to chickens than

they are to wild birds, rabbits, squirrels and other small ani-mals,” Steele says. “The truth is, predators are likely already living in your midst. The key to keeping them at bay is to keep your chickens safe in an enclosed pen or run area. Chicken feed should also be taken up at night and stored in predator-proof containers to reduce the possibility of flies and mice.”

When it comes to raising backyard poultry, Tractor Supply is a one-stop shop with coops, equipment, feed and the expert advice you need to successfully raise chicks into an egg-laying flock.

For more expert information on safe handling and care for poultry, starting a chicken coop and more, visit TractorSupply.com/Chicks.

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They’re red, they’re tasty, and they’re one of Michigan’s most prized specialty crops!

Fresh sweet Michigan cherries are in season from late June to August while Montmorency tart cherries are available throughout the year in dried, frozen, canned, or as juices and concen-trates.

Michigan cherry facts:Michigan produces both tart (perfect for

baked goods, entrees, snacks, smoothies, salads, and other recipes) and sweet (for fresh eating) cherries.

Michigan ranks 1st in the nation in the produc-tion of Montmorency tart cherries.

Michigan ranks 4th in the nation in the pro-duction of sweet cherries.

70-75 percent of Montmorency tart cherries and 20% of sweet cherries grown in the U.S. come from Michigan.

The northwest counties of Michigan grow most of Michigan’s cherries.

Traverse City, Michigan is home to the annual National Cherry Festival and is the Cherry Cap-ital of the World.

Nutrition:Montmorency tart cherries are abundant in

anthocyanins – a natural compound that contrib-utes to the ruby-red color, distinctive sour-sweet taste, and has been linked to the potential health benefits of Montmorency tart cherries.

A growing number of elite athletes and every-day exercisers are incorporating Montmorency tart cherries in their training routines, as studies have shown that Montmorency tart cherry juice may help reduce strength loss and aid recovery after extensive exercise.

Research indicates that Montmorency tart cherry juice may help improve the quality and duration of sleep.

Cherries contain beta carotene, vitamin C, po-tassium, magnesium, iron and fiber.

Cherry Cobbler with French Style Crumb Topping

Total Time: 30 minutes Prep: 20 minutes Cook: 8 to 10 minutes Yield: 8 servings Level: Beginner

IngredientsCobbler Filling5 pounds pitted Montmorency tart cherries

(fresh or frozen)8 ounces Montmorency tart cherry juice con-

centrate2 1/2 cups granulated white sugar8 ounces water4 ounces modified food starchCrumb Topping1/3 cup fresh unsalted butter, diced

1/4 cup Fuji apples, diced1/3 cup brown sugar, packed3/4 cup all purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla paste1 teaspoon cinnamonDirectionsTart Cherry Cobbler FillingIn a mixing bowl, add the modified food

starch and enough water to make a slurry (simi-lar to a gravy); reserve.

Add Montmorency tart cherries, Montmoren-cy tart cherry juice concentrate, sugar and water to a heavy bottomed sauce pan. Heat the mixture on high heat and bring to a boil, stirring often.

Reduce heat to low and while stirring con-stantly, slowly add the slurry (the cherry sauce

will thicken quickly).Once to desired thickness, remove and set into

ramekins or soufflé dishes of choice.Crumb ToppingIn a large mixing bowl, add crumb topping

ingredients and mix together slowly with hands. Continue to mix until chunky crumbs form.

Place ramekin with tart cherry filling on a bak-ing sheet and top with desired amount of crumb topping.

Bake in 400 degree preheated oven for 8 to10 minutes.

Remove from oven and allow to cool.Serve with vanilla ice cream.Recipe from www.choosecherries.com

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