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Over 50 volunteers
gathered together
last September to
celebrate the official
kickoff of the Otsego County
United Ways 2014 fundraising
campaign, participating in the
organizations second annual
Day of Caring event.
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Positive News,
Sports and
Events
Thursday, February 20, 2014
STORY
PAGE 8
Otsego
County United
Way
20/20 PROJECT
Gaylord freshman
Dominic LaJoie is in
control in this 103-
pound battle on Saturday in the
D-2 regional tournament at Bay
City Western.
PHOTO BY PAM GREGORY
Sophomore Tristan Gregory
turns on the juice Saturday on
his way to a runner-up finish in
the 189-pound division.
PHOTO BY PAM GREGORY
STORY
PAGE 1B
7 Blue Devils
headed to
state wrestling
finals
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Cheboygan, Grayling, Lewiston, Mancelona, Mio, Indian River and surrounding area.
The Northern Stars Open Mic Competition, sponsored by the
Gaylord Area Council for the Arts and Seams Like New, was held on
Wednesday evening, February 5th. Talented Otsego County area
high school musicians competed in the event, and a panel of inde-
pendent judges selected
Alice Kole (center) as the
winner, with Mark Fiel (at
right) in second and
Alphonse Buclay (at left) in
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By Heather DeLong
We all notice the Ice Tree on the front yard of the
Otsego County Building when we drive by. This
year, however, it is very hard to miss, as the tree has
been growing to a gigantic record breaking size.
The long, cold winter has brought havoc to many
Northern Michigan residents, complete with snow-
filled roads and frozen water lines. One positive
thing that has resulted during this polar vortex has
been Gaylords Ice Treeits the biggest its ever
been!
Michelle Dunaway reported on 9&10 news of the
Ice Trees size progression this year, and inter-
viewed the Building and Ground Director, Joe
Switalski on its formation. Switalski said that since
SEE ICE TREE PAGE 4A
Inside...
Pictured in the photo are Gaylord residents
Madison Schram and Alexia Rushford stopping
by to get photos of the tree.
& More!
Northern Stars
Open Mic
Competition
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Grayling among three
cities Governor Snyder
announces as
Michigan Main
Street Community
Designations
By Heather DeLong
Governor Rick Snyder on February
10th announced that three communities
have been selected by the Michigan
State Housing Development Authority
(MSHDA) to take part in the Selected
Level Michigan Main Street program.
Those communities are the City of Three
Rivers, the City of Grayling, and the City
of Wayne.
As part of the Selected Level of
Michigan Main Street, these three com-
munities will receive five years of inten-
sive technical assistance, with a focus on
revitalization strategies designed to
attract new residents, business invest-
ment, economic growth and job cre-
ation to their central business districts.
The Michigan Main Street program
SEE GRAYLING PAGE 4A
Photo courtesy of Katie Bach
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The Gaylord Alpenfrost Committee wishes
to extend their thanks to the many sponsors,
volunteers, and to all those in the communi-
ty who participated in making the 2014
Alpenfrost winter celebration a wonderful
success. Mother Nature provided the perfect
mid-winter backdrop to the third annual
event held on February 7th and 8th, and the
smiles on the faces of those of every age who
attended the celebration was the perfect
complement to all who made Alpenfrost
possible this year.
The many individuals, businesses and
organizations that contributed to the event
is an extraordinary reflection of community
spirit and commitment. While it isnt possi-
ble to list all of those who made the celebra-
tion possible, the Alpenfrost committee
would like to recognize the following major
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there are few people certified to do these jobs,
and the cost of the training can be prohibitive.
The idea to bring this training to Michigan began
in a Fact Finding session of the NEMCs Lumber
Manufacturing Cluster. The employers stated
that the lack of certified lumber graders in the
area was a big concern for them and that they
could not find the needed skill set in the current
labor pool. This concern set the wheels in
motion to bring the training to Michigan.
The initial intent of the training was to bring it
to the Grayling, Michigan for area employers.
However, we have spread the word and now
businesses from across the state are participating
and we are expecting wages to increase in their
areas. The Great Lakes Lumber Association is
also spreading the word of this training through
the Great Lakes states and if they participate that
will mean an increase in business for local busi-
nesses and is wonderful for the state of
Michigan's reputation. This training will allow
Michigan businesses to expand, be more stable,
hire and sustain workers. The National
Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA) School
will provide the training.
Currently this school is the only facility that
trains Hardwood Graders in the United States.
They are located in Memphis, TN and will be
coming to Northern Michigan to conduct a 10
week training course for certified Lumber
Inspectors (graders). This 10 week Michigan ses-
sion will be an accelerated program for up to 35
students.
The school is slated to begin on March 10 and
will run thru May 15 in Crawford County. Upon
graduation the students will be certified lumber
inspectors. The students will be in class from 8
am to 4 pm daily, with an hour lunch, for the 10
weeks. This equates to 400 hours of instruction.
There will be four tests given throughout the
course that each student must pass to be certi-
fied. The School will be held at the Frederic
Township Offices, just north of Grayling, in
Crawford County. The cost is $2,604 per student.
Any lumber business that is in need of a certi-
fied lumber inspector or any individual who
would like to take advantage of this amazing
opportunity to be trained locally and begin a
rewarding career, please contact Carmen Cook,
CBSP at Crawford County Michigan Works at
989-348-8709, ext. 5124 or
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an application.
The Otsego County Library is taking
advantage of distance learning to offer
Marvel Moon, a videoconference presented
by Andy Shaner of the Lunar and Planetary
Institute in Houston, Texas. The sessions will
acquaint audiences with NASAs investiga-
tions into the ongoing saga that has shaped
our Moon. The programs are free and tar-
geted for teens and adults.
Marvel Moon I, the first session will be
held on Monday, February 24th at 3 p.m. at
the Main Library in Gaylord. The program
will explore the science behind Earths Moon,
delving into its story and the geologic
process that made it look the way it does
today.
Marvel Moon II will explore cultural con-
nections to the Moon and how the Moon
affects our everyday lives. This session will
be held at the library on Monday, March 10th
at 3 p.m.
In 2010, the library was awarded a federal
Public Computing Center grant that funded
technology upgrades including videoconfer-
encing capabilities.
We had good feedback from people who
attended a videoconference program with
the Cleveland Institute of Music, and weve
been looking for new opportunities to con-
nect our residents with interesting speakers
and topics, said Library Director Maureen
Derenzy. I expect it will be both informa-
tive and fun.
The Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI)
serves as a forum for scientists, facilitates
access to NASA science, engages and excites
the public about space science, and invests
in the development of future generations of
explorers. The American Library Association
is partnering with LPI to bring programs to
local libraries across the nation.
For more information about library servic-
es or programs, persons can call (989) 732-
5841 or visit the website at www.otsego-
countylibrary.org.
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Friday
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Sunday
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Gaylord - Computers classes are scheduled to start in
March at the Library. Classes are free, one-time, 90 minute
sessions geared towards beginning adult learners. Most
classes are offered twice at different times to accommodate a
variety of schedules.
Over the past few months, we
have had a number of requests for
Excel classes, so we are starting
our schedule with those classes,
states Public Services Librarian,
Jackie Skinner. Everyone will be
provided a Windows 7 worksta-
tion to use during class, and all
our workstations use Microsoft
Office 2010.
For those
with immediate
problems operating
their own computers,
please drop in with the com-
puter or device at Tech Time on Thursdays at 1 pm. The
Librarys Computer Services Coordinator, Chris Knight, can
provide assistance with variety of technical issues such as
switching to Windows 8 or using a tablet computer to down-
load ebooks.
Class size is limited, so please call 732-5841 to reserve a
place. Questions about the classes can be referred to Jackie
Skinner at the same number or by email at ocl@otsego.org.
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November, there have been no meltdowns, allowing the
tree to grow, and grow fast it did! It has grown so large that
it has created its own ice caves that you can actually crawl
through from one side to another.
And its not done growing yet! Because of the large
amount of ice that has formed on the tree, a different tech-
nique had to be used for spraying to continue its growth.
The new technique gives it the larger wings on the sides,
making it wider than it has ever been in past years.
The weather has been the best contributor to the aston-
ishingly large tree that is there today. Since the weather has
been so cooperative, everything added freezes. Each year,
Switalski doesnt turn the tree off until it looks like its going
to stay warm. Given that word, the tree could very well
grow for another month to a month and a half.
As youre headed down I-75 this winter, be sure to take a
5 min detour to witness the huge Ice Tree in Otsego County
and take some photos with family and friends! We never
know what size it will be in years to come!
To contact Heather DeLong for any comments, questions
or concerns, send an email to heather@weeklychoice.com.
To view a live web cam and watch the Ice Tree as it
grows, visit www.gaylordmichigan.net/ice-tree--22/.
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will help these three communities cre-
ate opportunities for redevelopment,
placemaking and economic growth
just as it has in downtowns throughout
Michigan for the past 10 years, Snyder
said. Vibrant communities and down-
towns are critical as we look to attract
new investment, help local businesses
grow and retain and attract the talent
that is needed to reinvent Michigan.
The Michigan Main Street program
ties in with Governor Snyders place-
making efforts to create vibrant com-
munities across Michigan. These
efforts are based on numerous studies
showing that investing in placemaking
creates vibrant city centers and down-
towns, making the state economically
stronger. There are currently 44 com-
munities participating in the Michigan
Main Street program at all levels,
including 21 at the Select and Master
levels.
The underlying premise of Main
Street is a Four Point Approach that
encourages community economic
development in four areas:
Organization: getting everyone
working toward the same goal and
assembling the appropriate human
and financial resources to implement a
Main Street revitalization program.
Promotion: selling a positive image
of the commercial district and encour-
aging consumers and investors to live,
work, shop, play and invest in the Main
Street district.
Design: getting the downtown into
top physical shape. Capitalizing on its
best assets, such as historic buildings
and pedestrian-oriented streets, is just
part of the story.
Economic Restructuring: strength-
ening a community's existing econom-
ic assets while expanding and diversi-
fying its economic base.
Programs like Michigan Main Street
provide downtown communities with
the tools needed to develop thriving
downtowns, said MSHDA Executive
Director Scott Woosley. In turn, these
tools can be used to create jobs, pro-
vide desirable places to live and build a
sense of place for Michigan residents.
The Michigan State Housing
Development Authority is dedicated to
building a thriving and vibrant future
for Michigan. MSHDA provides tools
and resources to improve people's
lives through programs across the
state. These programs assist with hous-
ing, build strong neighborhoods, and
help create places where people want
to live and work. MSHDA's programs
work in four areas: affordable rental
housing, supporting homeownership,
ending homelessness and creating
vibrant cites and neighborhoods.*
For further information on the
Michigan Main Street Program, visit
www.michiganmainstreetcenter.org or
contact Laura Krizov, manager of the
Michigan Main Street Center at 517-
241-4237 (krizovl@michigan.gov)
The Michigan State Housing
Development Authority (MSHDA) pro-
vides financial and technical assis-
tance through public and private part-
nerships to create and preserve decent,
affordable housing for low- and mod-
erate-income residents and to engage
in community economic development
activities to revitalize urban and rural
communities.*
*MSHDA's loans and operating
expenses are financed through the sale
of tax-exempt and taxable bonds as
well as notes to private investors, not
from state tax revenues. Proceeds are
loaned at below-market interest rates
to developers of rental housing, and
help fund mortgages and home
improvement loans. MSHDA also
administers several federal housing
programs. For more information, visit
www.michigan.gov/mshda
To contact Heather DeLong for any
comments, questions or concerns, send
an email to heather@weeklychoice.com.
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Its truly a win-win organization. The
Mancelona Food Pantry & Resale Shop is
both an excellent spot to find quality, used
items of virtually any kind, and the proceeds
from sales at the Resale Shop help to support
the ongoing mission of the Mancelona Food
Pantry in providing food for area families in
need.
The Food Pantry serves families through-
out Antrim County, states Edith Plumb, a
volunteer at the establishment and Secretary
of the Board. It was founded about 10 years
ago and is ran by a very dedicated group of
volunteers. We serve approximately 200
families in assisting with the food needs
each month, which translates into approxi-
mately 700 individuals.
Proceeds from sales at the Resale Shop
greatly assist in serving those familys needs.
Highlights of the donated items available
include just about every type of household
article; including furniture, nick knacks,
dishes and tools. Shoppers will also find a
wide selection of toys, yard equipment such
as lawn mowers, grills and even snow shov-
els. These goods are donated by local indi-
viduals, businesses and those from down-
state who have summer residences in the
area.
The facility is a large three-story building
that was once a church. Inside, customers
will find two levels devoted to resale dis-
plays, and one floor level for the food pantry
and fellowship hall.
It is a very nice environment, relates
Edith Plumb. Our mission is getting more
and more important all the time as more
people are in need of assistance with the
food needs. We are part of the Northwest
Michigan Action Agency Food Coalition,
with is a group of about 40 food pantrys in
the area that cooperate with each other in
staying informed about the issues affecting
us.
The Mancelona Food Pantry & Resale
Shop is located at 201 N. Maple Street in
Mancelona. The Resale Shop is open
Tuesday through Friday from 9 am until 4
pm, and Saturday from 9 am until 2 pm.
The Food Pantry is open Tuesday through
Thursday from 9 am unit 4 pm. For addi-
tional information, please call (231) 587-
9606.
H I D D E N T R E A S U R E S
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231-582-5711
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3031 Main St., Boyne Falls
231-675-2463
Proceeds benefit the Boyne
Valley Food Pantry
CHARLEvOlX
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8888 Ance Road,
Charlevoix
231-547-9624
www.bergmanncenter.org
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231-547-0133
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205 Water Street.,
East Jordan
231-536-7606
Open Tuesday thru Saturday
ELLSWORTH
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6517 Center St.,
Downtown Ellsworth
231-588-2208
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9746 Main Street,
Ellsworth
231-588-2208
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7328 Old 27 North,
Frederic
989-348-8300
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148 W. Main St., Gaylord
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340 West Main St.,
Gaylord
989-731-2600
www.venusandbluejeans.com
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919 S. Otsego Ave., Gaylord
989-448-2357
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Two floors of treasures
107 Ottawa,
Grayling,
One block north of the light
989-348-8999
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650 W Conway Rd.,
Harbor Springs
231-348-2980
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201 N. Maple St., Mancelona
231-587-9606
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Downtown Mio
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06176 Old U.S. 31 South, Charlevoix, MI 49720
E-Mail: donkellyantiques@yahoo.com
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CHEBOYGAN - During the recent
Catholic Schools Week at Bishop Baraga
Catholic School, the students raised $737.20
for Together Lifting Children (TLC). TLC
provides personal hygiene items and cloth-
ing to children in Cheboygan whose fami-
lies are having financial difficulties. Teacher
Jennifer Scheeles first graders enjoy Wacky
Wednesday.
CHEBOYGAN - Bishop Baraga Catholic School 6th graders had
a beef raffle to raise money for their class trip to Washington, D.C.
Geri Kane donated the beef for the raffle. Lynn Tellefson claimed 1st prize
and 100 pounds of ground beef. Ed Kwiatkowski won 75 pounds for 2nd place and Kenneth
Clark took 50 pounds for 3rd place.
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Our February Dinner
Theater, Murder Twice
Baked, is February 21, 22 at
Audies. It's a musical comedy
who-dunnit with a 5 piece
orchestra. Dinner at 7pm and
Show at 8pm. $26 a person.
Great for Valentine's Day!
Reservations 231-436-5744.
Entrees to choose from
Prime Rib, Parmesan
Encrusted Whitefish with
Lemon-Caper Sauce &
Traverse City Cherry
Chicken, includes salad, rolls
and a drink. The dessert is
Strawberry-Rhubarb Crisp.
All appears well at the "Oh so
proper" Brentwood Manor-
that is until Lady
Brentwood's favorite son
Birch, falls dead after eating a
slice of rhubarb pie. Is it mur-
der or simply bad rhubarb? If
it was murder, whom should
we suspect? Convoluted plot
turns and quirky characters
are bound to keep you guess-
ing! Join Inspector
Horehound in unraveling the
mystery, as you take a romp
through Murder most foul in
this musical who done it with
a culinary twist!
GRAYLING
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Free legal help with divorce
clinic. Held at Crawford
County Courthouse, 200 W.
Michigan Ave. Feb. 20, April
17, June 19, Aug. 21, Oct. 16,
Dec. 18, Feb. 19, 2015. Start at
5:30pm. Sponsored by the
46th Circuit Bar Association,
Northern Michigan Legal
Services, and Community
Mediation Services.
GAYLORD
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There will be a Fish Fry at the
Northland Sportsmens Club,
1542 Old Alba Rd (corner of
West Otsego Lake Drive and
Old Alba Road) on Friday,
Feb. 21, serving from 5 to 7
PM. The cost is $10 per plate
with the proceeds going to
the Shotgun Range House
Building Fund.
PETOSKEY
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Beat the winter blues and
Dance Your Tail Off February
21, 7-10pm at a special event
by Little Traverse Bay
Humane Society, part of the
Petoskey Winter Festival.
Come listen and dance to
music by the Pine River Jazz
Band while enjoying some
light snacks. There will be a
cash bar available. The cover
charge is only $10 and all
proceeds support the home-
less animals at Little Traverse
Bay Humane Society. Beat
the winter blues by bringing
some friends for a night of
great fun!
CHEBOYGAN
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The Talent Show will take
place on Saturday, February
22nd at 7:30pm. Tickets are
now available through The
Opera House Box Office at
403 North Huron Street.
Office hours are 9:30am
through 4:30pm, Tuesday
through Friday. Seating is
non-reserved and all tickets
are $10. Call 231-627-5841 or
231-627-5432 for tickets and
more information. Tickets
may also be purchase
through The Opera House
web site: www.theopera-
house.org. This program is
supported in part by the
Michigan Council for Arts
and Cultural Affairs.
JOHANNESBURG
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Feb. 22, 8:30am - 4pm at
Charlton Twp. Hall. This is a
combo class for ATV, ORV
and Snowmobile. Call Vic
Ouellette, Michigan DNR
recreational classes coordi-
nator, to register, 989-731-
1906. Open to all ages. You
must call to register.
ELMIRA
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Free public event with hatch-
ery tours, showshoe trails,
hot beverages and hot bean
soup at the Jordan River
national fish hatchery.
Snowmobilers can access off
Jordan River snowmobile
trail. Vehicles access from
Turner Road off US 131. Feb.
22, 10am - 3:30pm.
Sponsored by Friends of the
Jordan River National Fish
Hatchery.
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The Presque Isle District
Library has an upcoming
program presentation,
Boundary Waters Canoe
Area, "A Wilderness Journey"
presented by Ramsey
Dowgiallo. He is a premiere
outfitter and guide into the
BWCA. The program is
Saturday, February 22nd at
2pm. Program is free.
Includes refreshments and
giveaways. The program will
be at the Rogers City Library
location at 181 E. Erie Street,
Rogers City. The website is
www.pidl.org.
VANDERBILT
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Sat, Feb. 22, 6-10pm at
Elkland Senior Center. Cost
$5. Bring a dish to pass.
Music by the Lucky Stars.
GRAYLING
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Saturday, February 22nd at
the NCO Club, Camp
Grayling presented by
Grayling Youth Boosters
Club. Food will be supplied,
Cash Bar. Pre-Registration
requested ~ call Rob Aubry at
989-348-3211 (or stop by
AuSable Eye Care) or any
Youth Boosters Board
Member: ~ 9-Hole Ice Golf
Scramble -- 10am
Registration / 11am tee-off.
Cost: $20/person or $40/two-
some. Traveling Trophy. ~
Euchre Tournament -- 1pm
Registration / 2pm Start.
Cost: $20/person. Cash
Prizes.
GAYLORD
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A fundraiser for New Life
Pregnancy Center. Submit
your recipe for your favorite
baked good along with a
donation for the dollar
amount for the recipe ingre-
dients to New Life Pregnancy
Center, PO Box 790, Gaylord,
MI 49734 or drop it off at the
center at 705 South Otsego
Ave. between 10am and 4pm
any Mon, Wed. or Friday.
Prizes awarded. Questions,
call 989-732-1626.
IRONTON
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Sunday, February 23 at 11am,
the Wooden Nickels will be
performing at the Ironton
Congregational Church at
3805 Washington Street.
There will be a luncheon fol-
lowing. Come and enjoy the
blue grass/gospel music of
John, Nancy and Chad.
PETOSKEY
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Witness a real life patient's
journey thru heart valve
replacement online on
Monday, February 24
McLaren Northern Michigan
will be airing a streaming
video featuring a heart valve
replacement procedure,
along with a live Twitter Q&A
with physicians.
1 p.m. Streaming Video
2 p.m. Live Twitter Physician
Q&A
Options to view:
TAVRmichigan.com
#McLarenTAVR
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Monday, February 24th at
6pm at the Commissioners
Room (Crawford County
Building) - The community is
invited to a Public Input
Session of the Crawford
County Recreation Plan.
Mary Campbell from MC
Planning will be joining us
for this session. This is a pub-
lic forum, all are invited to
participate and welcomed to
give input into what recre-
ational improvements/addi-
tions/ Programs etc., that
they would like to see take
place in the County during
the next 5 years. Hope to see
everyone there!! For addi-
tional information, please
contact Justin Andre,
Grayling Recreation
Authority Director of
Operations, at 989-348-9266
or via email at hanson-
hills@hotmail.com.
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Tuesday, February 25th from
4:30-6:30pm at Michelson
Memorial United Methodist
Church Please join us this
month for Simply Soup, a
Free Soup Supper, open to
everyone.
GAYLORD
A matter of balance
Do you have concerns about
falling? A series of eight class
sessions: Tuesdays - 10:00am
- 12:00pm. Gaylord Meal Site
Lounge, 120 Grandview Blvd.
through February 25. Agency
Funded - free to participants!
For more information or to
sign up, call OCCOA at 989-
732-1122.
INDIAN RIVER
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The Northern Michigan
Chapter of the Embroiderers
Guild of America will meet
on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at
11am in the Transfiguration
Episcopal Church located on
M 68. The project will be
UFOs and Community
Outreach projects.
Remember to bring any fin-
ished guild projects for gold-
en needle. Also bring any
other projects for Show &
Tell and to enter a draw.
Refreshments will be served.
Guests and new members are
most welcome. For further
information, call Marcia at
616-485-7154.
GRAYLING
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Thursday, February 27th at
9am at the Grayling Senior
Center - You are invited by
the Crawford County
Commission on Aging &
Mercy Hospital Grayling to a
breakfast presentation given
by Dr. Todoroff from Mercy
Hospital Grayling, focusing
on heart disease and begin-
ning your journey to better
heart health. Breakfast will
feature Scrambled Eggs,
Sausage, Fruit, Juice and
Coffee. The presentation and
breakfast is FREE of charge
for Crawford County resi-
dents and open to the public.
Out of County residents will
be charged $5. No reserva-
tions are required, but dona-
tions are appreciated to help
cover costs. For more infor-
mation, contact Karl
Schreiner at (989) 348-7123.
ELLSWORTH
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2014 Front Porch Ministries
annual dessert tasting & raf-
fle Friday, Feb. 28, 6 TO 8pm
at Ellsworth town hall. Call
the Front Porch 213-588-
2000 to enter.
MIO
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Saturday, March 1 from 9am -
3pm at the Mio Community
Center located 2 blocks east
of Rite-Aid. Admission is $5,
under 12 free with adult.
Contact 989-335-3195 for
more info.
ROSCOMMON
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Northern Michiganders will
have a final opportunity to
see the Celtic music super-
stars that inspired genera-
tions of fans to a love of tradi-
tional and contemporary
Irish music when The Irish
Rovers bring their Long
Goodbye Tour to the Kirtland
Center Saturday, March 1 at
7pm. Tickets can be pur-
chased online at www.kirt-
landcenter.com. You can also
purchase tickets by calling
the ticket office at 989-275-
6777.
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Saturday, March 1st, Guest
House at the Headlands. 6 to
8pm. The Tech Lover's Guide
to the Night Sky. From tele-
scopes to starwalk apps, laser
pointers to sun filters, there's
a lot of technology out there
to keep us informed (and
confused)! So we're gather-
ing the experts to answer
everything from the most
basic to the most advanced
questions.
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Saturdays, March 1st at 10am
and 1pm at Hartwick Pines
State Park - Space limited;
pre-registration required.
Use our snowshoes or bring
your own! Your hike begins at
the Michigan Forest Visitor
Center with an orientation
and introduction to Hartwick
Pines and a short talk on win-
ter survival and equipment.
Then, you will head into the
woods, guided by either a
park interpreter or a histori-
an. Each one-mile hike, lim-
ited to 20 participants, fea-
tures: a discussion of the for-
est in winter and how winter
was important to Michigan's
19th-century logging indus-
try, stops at deer beds and
looking for signs of porcu-
pines and other animals that
use the forest in the winter.
The hikes end at the logging
museum, where participants
can: warm up around the
"camboose," the museum's
elevated fire pit, enjoy a cup
of hot cider and hear stories
about "shantyboys" endur-
ing a winter in the woods.
This event is free of charge,
although a Michigan State
Parks Recreation Passport is
required for park entry.
Please send us an e-mail or
telephone (989) 348-2537.
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The Roscommon Knights of
Columbus, Council 6593 will
sponsor a Cabin fever boogie
on Sunday March 2nd at
their hall located at 165 West
Federal Hwy. Back by popu-
lar demand, will be Allen
Bondar on the keyboard with
Diane Chamberlin singing
popular tunes and songs
from their latest recording
just released on the Dharma
record label. There will be
several special guests and
area musicians preforming
as well. Food and Beverages
will be provided at a nominal
charge, with all proceeds
going to support the council
and the various charities we
support. The evening will
begin at 4:00pm and contin-
ue till 8:00pm. This event is
open to the public, with free
admission, so get out of the
snow and enjoy the show.
Shake off those winter Blues,
put on your dancing shoes
March 2nd at the K of C
Roscommon.
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The Baby to Toddler Closet
meets two Thursdays a
month. First Thursday from
11:00-3:00, please last cus-
tomer at 2:30 and third
Thursday 11:00-7:00, please
last customer at 6:30. We
have more and more families
in need in Crawford County,
so we are glad to be there to
assist them with their chil-
dren. We would appreciate it
if anybody has any clothes,
shoes children have grown
out of or blankets, crib
sheets, toddler bed sheets,
please think of babies and
children who really need
these items to keep them
warm and dry and contact
me Rose Mary Nelson, 989-
348-2985
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March 8, Aspen Park.
Register by 2/28 to receive a
free t-shirt. Call Jennifer
Russell at 989-705-8584 for
more information!
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Societys (GPS) premier
juried photography exhibit to
be held at the AuSable
Artisan Village (AAV). The
exhibit will be on display
from March 1st through
March 28th. The AAV is open
from 11 to 5 Monday through
Saturday and 11 to 3 on
Sundays. A special Meet the
Photographers Social will be
held the evening of March
2nd from 6 to 7:30pm, with a
slide show at 6:30. Come join
us for refreshments and an
opportunity to speak directly
with this diverse, talented
group of photographers. This
is a free event and we invite
the public to vote for their
favorite image
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Commission on Aging &
Senior Center (COA) is proud
to announce that it is now
accepting car donations
through a partnership with
the Melwood Charity Car
Donation Center and Meals
on Wheels Association of
America. Proceeds from the
sale of donated vehicles at
auction will allow COA to
continue to serve nutritious
meals, perform safety checks
and protect the health, well-
being and independence of
the homebound elderly citi-
zens in Crawford County.
Last year the Meals on
Wheels program served
31,148 home delivered meals
to seniors in Crawford
County. This is an increase of
9,244 meals from the previ-
ous year. Grants to support
this increase have not been
received which is putting a
strain on the entire agencys
budget, stated the agencys
Director, Alice Snyder. We
are committed to continuing
to provide meals to those
seniors in need, but we are
going to need the communi-
tys help to keep doing it. This
program allows a way for
community members to
donate. For more than 12
years, the Melwood Charity
Car Donation Center a divi-
sion of Melwood has oper-
ated one of the most success-
ful car donation programs in
the country, processing over
150,000 vehicle donations.
Used cars, vans, trucks, boats
with a trailer, or recreational
vehicles (snowmobiles and
jet skis) can be donated
seven days a week, 24 hours a
day through a simple online
donation form. "Our part-
nership with Melwood pro-
vides a turnkey fundraising
opportunity for all partici-
pating Association
Members," said Association
President and CEO Ellie
Hollander. "Were happy to
work with an organization
that can successfully turn
vehicle donations into meals
for hungry seniors. The
Melwood Charity Car
Donation Center will pick up
vehicles from any location,
regardless of make, model
and condition. Vehicle dona-
tions are tax deductible.
Donors must designate pro-
ceeds to benefit the Crawford
County Commission on
Aging. For more information,
visit charitycardonationcen-
ter.org or call 1-877-669-5271
or call 989-348-7123.
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1:30pm. In this hands-on
informal workshop, learn
how you can put the iPad to
work for your business. Set-
up your iPad, find the best
free business Apps, access
files, take notes, deliver pre-
sentations, communicate
with customers, and much
more. Hands-on activities
and opportunities to explore
new business apps make this
workshop a must for people
who want to use the iPad
effectively at work. Please
bring your iPad to class.
Room 536 Student
Community Resource
Building. $10/session
includes materials. Please
register at least three days
before the start of the work-
shop. You will receive email
notification confirming your
class registration and details
about the class several days
prior to the class start date.
Class materials will be pro-
vided during the first session.
If you have any questions,
call us at 231-348-6613 or
231-348-6705.
LOCAL NEWS
Music is Fun!
AduIt Group Lessons
Tuesday, March 4
12:00 - 1:00 Beginner Ukelele
Wednesday, March 5
10:00 - 11:00 Beginner Dobra
11:00 - 12:00 Beginner Ukelele
Thursday, March 6
10:00 - 11:00 Beginner violin
12:30 - 1:30 Beginner mandolin
5:00 - 6:00 Beginner Drums,
Djmbe and more
Friday, March 7
10:00 - 11:00 Beginner keyboard
5:30 - 6:30 UKELELE CLUB
Saturday, March 8
10:00 to 11:00 Beginner Dobra
12:00 - 1:00 Beginner Guitar
Monday, March 10
11:00 - 12:00 Beginner Guitar
1:00 - 2:00 Beginner Dobra
6:00 - 7:00 Beginner Violin
Only $50.00 (plus book) for 4 one hour lessons.
Space is limited, call and reserve your class.
Private lessons also available for $17.00 per half hour
lesson. Lesson times available from 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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LOCAL NEWS
Established as a non-profit in Otsego
County back in July of 1972, with roots
reaching back to the formation of the
Community Fund in 1965, the Otsego
County United Way has been hard at work
locally improving the quality of life
through volunteers and community pro-
grams for over forty years.
We are about the people in our commu-
nity helping others in our community,
states Jim Akans, who was recently named
executive director for the Otsego County
United Way. That assistance comes
through contributions, volunteerism, and
simply talking to friends, neighbors and
co-workers about the work the United Way
does in our community. I am amazed at
the scope of the work we do; it reaches into
nearly every corner of life in our county
and it also impacts our future.
On Saturday, March 8th, the Otsego
County United Way will hold an inaugural
snowshoe and cross-country ski fundrais-
ing event at Aspen Park in Gaylord. The
event will feature snacks by local restau-
rants including Bob Evans, Tim Hortons,
Little Caesars, and Taco Bell. This event
will also include a Kookiest Kids
Costume contest, silent auctions, and
music by Eagle 101.5FM. Event sponsor is
Jays Sporting Goods, who has also donated
fifteen pairs of snowshoes for use during
the event.
This community-oriented event is part
of the 2014 fundraising campaigns for the
Otsego County United Way. Information
and registration for this fun-filled outing
can be found by visiting the Otsego County
United Way website under the upcoming
events tab
http://www.otsegounitedway.org/about-
us/upcoming-events, or by calling Jennifer
Russell at the Otsego County United Way
at: (989) 732-8929.
The Otsego County United Way has three
internal agencies; First Call for Help,
which offers utility and rent assistance for
those experiencing a temporary financial
set-back, Retired Senior and Volunteer
Program (RSVP), which coordinates
approximately 350 community volunteers
who assist with a wide range of communi-
ty events and services including medical
transport and congregate meal delivery,
and the Volunteer Center, which coordi-
nates community volunteers from their
teens to their fifties with services such as
Stuff the Bus school supply collection,
Road to Recovery cancer patient transport
and the Lunch Buddies student mentoring
program.
We also house the Otsego County Food
Pantry and Community Mediation is at our
facility on Fifth Street in Gaylord, Akans
relates. These and other non-profit
organizations in the community receive
grants that are allocated each spring based
on recommendations from a citizens
review panel and our Otsego County
United Way Board. The funds we are able
to allocate each year is a direct reflection
of the dollars we are able to raise during
our annual fundraising campaign.
That campaign is currently underway,
combining donations received by individu-
als and families as well as local businesses
and organizations. Last year the campaign
raised nearly $170,000 and this year that
goal has been set at $185,000 the first
time that goal has been increased in sever-
al years.
For additional information, please con-
tact Jim Akans at the Otsego County
United Way at (989) 732-8929 or visit
www.otsegounitedway.org. Those who
would like to make a contribution to the
2014 campaign can contact Pam Beasinger
at the United Way for information and
donation forms.
Otsego County United Way
works locally to improve quality of life
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And when we reach out a hand to one, we influence the condition of all.
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Choosing a locally owned store gen-
erates almost four times as much eco-
nomic benefit for the surrounding
region as shopping at a chain, a new
study has concluded. The analysis also
found that eating at a local restaurant
produces more than twice the local
economic impact of dining at a chain
restaurant.
The research firm Civic Economics
analyzed data from fifteen independent
retailers and seven independent restau-
rants, all located in Salt Lake City, and
compared their impact on the local
economy with four chain retail stores
(Barnes & Noble, Home Depot, Office
Max, and Target) and three national
restaurant chains (Darden, McDonalds,
and P.F. Changs).
The study found that the local retail-
ers return an average of 52 percent of
their revenue to the local economy,
compared with just 14 percent for the
chain retailers. Similarly, the local
restaurants re-circulate an average of
79 percent of their revenue locally,
compared to 30 percent for the chain
eateries.
What accounts for the difference?
Independent businesses spend much
more on local labor. They also procure
more goods for resale locally and rely
much more heavily on local providers
for services like accounting and print-
ing. This means that much of the
money a customer spends at a local
store or restaurant is re-spent within
the local economy, supporting other
businesses and jobs.
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To build a robot, you need to be able to
solve many problems. The next problem the
Petoskey Middle School Robotics Team
needs to solve is how to get to the Super
Regionals in Iowa.
The team, Geeks, Gears and Gadgets, or
G3, earned the honor of competing at the
Super Regionals by winning the State
Qualifying Tournament in Marshall in
December. The Super Regionals will be held
at Carver Hawkeye Arena on the campus of
the University of Iowa in Iowa City April 3
through 5.
A parent committee working with the
team estimates it will cost about $12,000 in
tournament fees and travel expenses to take
the team to this competition. Parents will be
contributing a portion of the costs, but they
are going to the community to seek the rest
of the funding.
Earlier this year we raised money from
sponsors, businesses, and friends and family
members to fund the program, said Team
Coordinator Mary Jean Meyerson. But we
didnt anticipate the need to fund a trip out
of state, she added. Meyerson says her
committee is now looking at new sources of
revenue to reach their new goal.
One means the committee will try is
crowd funding, a new trend in fund-raising
that uses technology and social media. We
see crowd funding as a way for extended
family members, robotics supporters, and
the community as a whole to get behind the
team, Meyerson said. She noted that crowd
funding is designed for people to make
small, affordable donations with the hope
that a vast number of people will be making
contributions.
The challenge will be to get the word
out, said Cheryl Tallman, the teams media
coach. Tallmans student media team will be
leading the charge to get the team members,
the coaches, the parents, and friends and rel-
atives to spread the word through email and
social media. These kids have accom-
plished something thats quite impressive,
and I think everyone will want to get behind
them and help them out in some small way,
Tallman said.
To make a contribution to the teams
crowd-funding effort, supporters can visit
www.razoo.com/story/g3robotics. This spe-
cial crowd-funding site has been established
for people to support the G3 team with
donations of $10 or more.
While the fund-raising campaign is under-
way, members of the G3 Design, Build, and
Programming teams will be making adjust-
ments to the robot to get it ready for the next
level of competition. The robot performed
very well at the state level, said team men-
tor Jon Coveyou. But we know well be fac-
ing a higher level of competition in Iowa and
we need to be ready, he added. Coveyou
says the team has their eye on advancing to
the World Competition in St. Louis at the end
of April.
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Petoskey a finalist in
unique Locals Only
Project national program
Huron Pines and the Otsego County
Community Foundation are partnering to
host a Community Conversation on
February 25th from 1:00-2:30pm at the
University Center Gaylord. This eventone
of many happening all over Michiganis
part of a
series being
sponsored by
The Center
for Michigan.
Come learn
more about
the key issues
impacting our
state today
and share
your priorities
for Michigan
in 2015 and
beyond.
During this interactive discussion, partici-
pants will be able to weigh in using elec-
tronic devices and topics will include edu-
cation, economy and prosperity, quality of
life and public money priorities. To attend,
please RSVP by visiting www.volunteer-
northernmichigan.org.
Now is a crucial time to make your voice
heard because in November 2014 we will
choose our next governor, all 38 state
Senators and all 110 members of the state
House of Representatives. The priorities we
share in this discussion will be amplified
and shared with the candidates. Since 2007,
more than 20,000 Michigan residents have
participated in Community Conversations
and Michigans elected leaders are tuning in
to the results. Take advantage of this oppor-
tunity to tell our elected leaders what is
important to you and do your part to shape
Michigans future.
Got Opinions? Help Set the
Agenda for Michigan on
February 25th
Michigan virtual career
fair live at Northwest
Michigan Works
PETOSKEY Help Petoskey win the Locals
Only Project!
Petoskey has been named one of just five
finalists in the U.S. vying to win the Locals
Only Project, a community-focused promo-
tional effort by Native Eyewear. And this is not
your typical contest!
Now in its fourth year, the Locals Only
Project gives back to the winning community
in many ways. Native Eyewears team will use
the winning community as the location for
next years product catalog and marketing
materials. Plus, they hire local photographers,
videographers, writers, tour guides and
adventure athletes to help them compile the
images, articles and production pieces. And,
they give a grant to a local nonprofit at the
end of it all, to further help the community
that takes home the top honors.
This is an amazing opportunity for
Petoskey, said Lisa Hoyt, Membership
Director for the Petoskey Regional Chamber
of Commerce. We are always so thrilled
when Petoskey is recognized on a national
level, and this time its a little different oppor-
tunity because Native Eyewear gives so much
back to the locals and the region through this
project. We hope we can get the votes to bring
Petoskey to the No. 1 spot!
A group of Petoskey-area promotional pro-
fessionals, including the Chamber, the
Petoskey Area Convention and Visitors
Bureau, Emmet County, North Central
Michigan College and Sunglass Shop owner
Robin Bennett, have been working to get the
word out about how to vote for Petoskey in
this contest.
They are asking community residents to
vote daily between Feb. 18 and March 7 on
Native Eyewears Facebook page. The link is:
http://bit.ly/2014LOP or you can simply log
on to Facebook and type Native Eyewear in
the search bar.
Petoskey is the only community in
Michigan and the Midwest on the list. The
other communities nominated are
Fayetteville, West Virginia; Gig Harbor,
Washington; North Conway, New Hampshire;
and Salida, Colorado. Fans are encouraged to
vote daily for their favorite community.
Were asking our loyal fans, regardless of
where they live, to be part of what we consid-
er to be this most important effort to tell the
tales of those who have chosen to adopt a
lifestyle that most of us only dream about,
said Al Perkinson, Vice President of marketing
for Native Eyewear.
The company states that this program cele-
brates the adventurous charisma of outdoor-
oriented towns and the native residents who
embody the beauty of a homegrown spirit.
Each year, the brand collaborates with locals
to capture what makes the towns so special.
With the help of local talent, Native walks
away with a clearinghouse of stories and
imagery used to create the next years product
catalog and future advertising. Native also
develops a digital e-zine which the town can
use in their own marketing and historian
efforts, the company stated in a media
release.
Previous towns featured as winners of the
Locals Only Project are Boulder, Colorado;
Hood River, Oregon; White Fish, Montana;
and most recently, Brevard, North Carolina.
More details about the contest will be post-
ed on the Emmet County Web site, at
www.emmetcounty.org/communications/
For more information or how you can help,
call Beth Anne Eckerle, Emmet County
Director of Communications (231) 348-1704
or Lisa Hoyt (231) 347-4150.
Job seekers and employers can connect
with each other at the Michigan Virtual
Career Fair February 26 from 10:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m. at Northwest Michigan Works
Service Centers in Cadillac, Petoskey and
Traverse City.
www.MiVirtualCareerFair is an online
career fair organized by the Michigan
Economic Development Corporation
(MEDC) and features jobs in all industries
from across the entire state. Northwest
Michigan Works is providing computer
access for job seekers who want to partici-
pate. Staff will be available to help job seek-
ers with targeted job search techniques that
are suited to a virtual environment.
We are thrilled to partner with MEDC on
this event, said Janie McNabb, Northwest
Michigan Works chief operating officer.
This is a great chance for job seekers in
northwest Lower Michigan to access both
the online job fair and to connect with a
career advisor for help in making their job
search a success.
MiVirtualCareerFair allows employers to
connect with top talent and gives job seekers
the opportunity to apply for dozens of avail-
able positions without the inconvenience
and expense of traditional job fairs. Within
MiVirtualCareerFair, employers host
exhibitor booths that include links to job
postings, company profiles, employee bene-
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again hosted a free Winter Ice Fishing Derby
last Saturday, February 15th, during DNR
Free Fishing Weekend. Despite an extra bit
of chill in the morning air, the event was a
fantastic success, bringing over 50 young-
sters to the State Park on Otsego Lake to
learn about and enjoy the sport of ice fish-
ing.
While everyone attending had a great
time, the winners of this years event were;
- Under 5 age group
First Fish Charlie Zeilinger
Biggest Fish Teagan Hopp (just over 8-inch-
es)
Smallest Fish Luke Rombech (just over 3-
inches)
Most Fish Charlie Zeilinger (3)
- 6 to 10 years age group
First Fish Ethan Rombech
Biggest Fish Layne Snyder (nearly 9-inches)
Smallest Fish Tre Bromley (5-inches)
Most Fish Bridget Zeilinger (5)
- 11 to 15 years age group
First Fish Gabby Couch
Most Fish Andrew Szymoniak (10)
Lunch was served to about 150 people at
the Northland Sportsmens Club after the
event. The organizers wish to thank the
sponsors and volunteers who helped make
this years Ice Derby possible, including; Jays
Sporting Goods, Walts Crawlers, Northern
Sports, Otsego Lake Grocery, Walt Anderson
(Jake), Rick Nash, Bill Knapp, Northwestern
Bank, Gaylord Herald Times, Weekly Choice
and Eagle 101.5.
Photos courtesy of John D. Martinz
LOCAL NEWS
Veterans who served in WWII are dimin-
ishing in numbers by approximately 2,000 a
day! Those numbers make the 90th birthday
for Clarence (aka Pee Wee) Ralston even
more noteworthy and special.
As with many veterans, Clarence has spo-
ken little of his experience. He was drafted
into the US Army at 19 years of age in 1943,
sent to England, and from there, a transfer to
France where he served in the European the-
atre. Clarence survived the Battle of the
Bulge.
He recalled a night when assigned guard
duty. Just before joining his comrade at the
post, a gunshot was heard. When Clarence
and another soldier found the dead man, it
was apparent he had committed suicide. He
also remembers other situations where GI's
ended their own life because they could no
longer endure the war they were fighting.
Clarence made the comment, "It really
shook us up when one of our buddies would
commit suicide"...an aspect of war that is
seldom talked about.
Clarence is one of the very rare veterans
who have served in both the European and
the Pacific theatres. He was
put on a large ship called the
USS Omar Bundy in France and sailed
through the Panama Canal to the
Philippines. While on duty there, a typhoon
came on shore and devastated the island.
Clarence remembers seeing General
Douglas MacArthur near one of the com-
pounds. "He didn't talk to me" was the com-
ment from Clarence. In the Philippines, he
was discharged and was mustered out of the
Army in San Diego, California.
Clarence joined the Veterans of Foreign
Wars in 1946. He has since been very active
in promoting the survival of this organiza-
tion that is dedicated to veterans who have
served on foreign soil.
The plan to honor Clarence is to have a
surprise birthday party for him on
Wednesday, February 26 at 2:00 PM in the
dining room at the Tendercare facility in
Gaylord. We ask all his friends in the com-
munity to come to his birthday party. We
know it will be a wonderful surprise for him
and the highlight will be having his friends
with him on this special day.
Submitted by Ruthann M. Galbraith
Great Lakes Energy members who sup-
port the cooperatives People Fund pro-
gram made possible eight grants to local
community non-profit organizations. The
People Fund Board of Directors awarded a
total of $22,900 in grants in February to the
following non-profit organizations in
northwestern Michigan.
1. The Lions Club of East Jordan: up to
$4,000 matching grant for a disc golf
course.
2. Crooked Tree Arts Council, Petoskey:
$2,400 for tables, umbrellas and seating for
outdoor area.
3. East Jordan Care and Share Program:
$5,000 for a refrigerator and freezer for
food pantry.
4. Pregnancy Care Center, Petoskey:
$1,000 for an ultrasound monitor and
probes.
5. Good Samaritan Family Services,
Ellsworth: $3,000 for supplies and invento-
ry for a shoe store for children in need.
6. Hayes Township, Charlevoix: $4,000 for
a sign to mark new public park entrance on
Lake Charlevoix.
7. Crawford County Commission on
Aging, Grayling: $2,500 for commercial
freezers for the home delivered meals pro-
gram.
8. Otsego County Habitat for Humanity,
Gaylord: $1,000 for ladders and yard carts.
The People Fund is supported by the vol-
untary contributions of Great Lakes Energy
members who allow their electric coopera-
tive to round up their bill each month to
the next dollar. More than $2.4 million in
grants have been awarded since 1999 to
charitable and community organizations
throughout Great Lakes Energys 26-county
service area, which stretches along the
western side of Michigan.
The People Fund is a simple and inex-
pensive way Great Lakes Energy members
can give back to their local community,
says President/CEO Steve Boeckman. The
average contribution is just 50 cents a
month, but it really adds up when mem-
bers join together and round-up their bill
to the nearest dollar.
Great Lakes Energy members can enroll
in the People Fund by calling 888-485-2537
or visiting gtlakes.com.
Non-profit organizations in the Great
Lakes Energy service area can apply for a
grant through the People Fund by calling
Great Lakes Energy, 1-888-485-2537, ext.
1313. The next
grant applica-
tion deadline is
June 1, 2014.
Celebrate Clarences
90th birthday
Local organizations
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Sportsmens Club Fishing Derby are

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If everyone did something, one person
wouldnt have to do everything. A phrase
used by many to make a difference, and also
by Event Coordinator Rik Rambo, who is
working to make Walk4Warmth even more
successful in its fifth year. On Saturday,
February 22nd from 9 am to 1 pm, join us at
the Straits Area Education Center as we start
a two-mile walk through the streets of
Downtown Cheboygan to help your neigh-
bors in Cheboygan County stay warm this
winter. Funds raised through this event will
assist those struggling to keep their utilities
turned on in this below-zero winter season.
In Cheboygan County, our families, friends
and neighbors are struggling financially
more today than at any other time in recent
memory; many to the point where they must
decide between providing food for their fam-
ily or heat for their home. This should not be
happening.
Five years ago, members of our communi-
ty established Walk for Warmth (W4W) to
correct this travesty. Our first
Walk was on a cold northern
Michigan Saturday morning
in February of 2010. That
event not only raised aware-
ness for approximately 85
participants on what it is like
to experience cold, it also
raised $8,200 to help 36 very
needy families realize what it
is like to stay warm. Our second year, W4W
2011, was just as successful, raising $12,000
to help 50 families keep their heat on. The
third year, W4W 2012, was our most success-
ful campaign to date, raising over $13,800
and helping 68 families stay warm. Then, last
year, W4W 2013 (our fourth campaign), we
raised just over $11,800 and were able to
help 65 more families do the same.
During its first four years, Cheboygan Walk
for Warmth raised over $45,800 and helped
over 219 families, or approximately 657 indi-
viduals 'Share in the Warmth of our
Community'! This astonishing accomplish-
ment would not have been possible to help
these 219 families / 657 individuals stay
warm if not for the many caring community
members, businesses, and friends that have
walked with us.
Now, in its Fifth year, W4W 2014 promises
to be just as successful (if not more so) as its
previous walks. This effort would not be pos-
sible without the caring participants and
donors that have blessed our effort year after
year. Please consider becoming a part of this
great cause, and if you cannot join us for the
Walk, please consider making a pledge.
Prizes will be awarded to those individuals
and teams that raise the most money, plus
there will be door prize drawings throughout
the morning.
A final note from Coordinator Rik Rambo:
Exactly two days from today! Are you ready?
Its gonna be cold, I cant wait! Im sitting at
home tonight with plenty of heat; couldnt
imagine what it would be like in my home
without it. Lets make sure all of our neigh-
bors stay warm, too! Please plan on joining
us this Saturday as we participate in our 5th
Annual Walk 4 Warmth effort. See you there!
To download your registration or pledge
form, visit www.cheboyganw4w.com.
To contact Heather DeLong for any com-
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to heather@weeklychoice.com.
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that we might, together as a community, stay
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LOCAL NEWS
GAYLORD - The Otsego County
Library has launched a new mystery
book discussion group, "An Hour to
Kill". The first book to be discussed is:
Agatha Raisin and the Wellspring of
Death by M.C. Beaton. Pick up a copy
of the book at the front desk of the
Gaylord Library.
As Agatha Raisin and the Wellspring
of Death begins, Agatha is still smarting
from her broken engagement to neigh-
bor James Lacey. Then the body of
Robert Struthers, parish council chair-
man, turns up face down in the local
historic spring. The Ancombe Water
Company is trying to negotiate a deal
with the parish council to bottle water
from the same spring, a move that has
sharply divided the council. Agatha,
who's doing PR for the water company,
and James each decide to investigate.
Beaton is a New York Times best-
selling author, and 23 other books com-
prise the Agatha Raisin series. An
Hour to Kill meets every other month
on the third Thursday at 6 pm. The
group is open to anyone who enjoys a
good mystery. For more information,
please call the Library at 989-732-5841.
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Its a good thing to have some savings.
When you put the money in a low-risk
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readily available when you need it.
Nonetheless, saving is not investing
and knowing the difference could pay
off for you far into the future.
Think about it this way: Saving is for
today, while investing is for tomorrow.
You need your savings to pay for your
daily expenses, such as groceries, and
your monthly bills mortgage, utilities,
and so on. In fact, you might even want
your savings to include an emergency
fund containing six to 12 months worth
of living expenses to pay for unexpected
costs, such as a new furnace or a major
car repair.
These are all here and now
expenses and you could use your sav-
ings to pay for them. But in thinking of
your long-term goals, such as college for
your children and a comfortable retire-
ment for yourself, most individuals typ-
ically cant simply rely on their savings
theyll need to invest. Why? Because,
quite simply, investments can grow
and you will need this growth potential
to help achieve your objectives.
To illustrate the difference between
saving and investing, lets do a quick
comparison. Suppose you put $200 per
month into a savings account that paid
hypothetical 3% interest (which is actu-
ally higher than the rates typically being
paid today). After 30 years, you would
have accumulated about $106,000,
assuming you were in the 25% federal
tax bracket. Now, suppose you put that
same $200 per month in a tax-deferred
investment that hypothetically earned
7% a year. At the end of 30 years, you
would end up with
about $243,000.
(Keep in mind that
you would have to
pay taxes on with-
d r a w a l s .
Hypotheticals do
not include any
transaction costs
or fees.)
This enormous
disparity between
the amounts accu-
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two accounts
clearly shows the
d i f f e r e n c e
between saving
and investing.
Still, you might be
thinking that
investing is risky,
while savings
accounts carry
much less risk.
And it is certainly
true that investing
does involve risks
investments
can lose value, and theres no guarantee
that losses will be recovered.
Nonetheless, if you put all your
money in savings, youre actually incur-
ring an even bigger risk the risk of not
achieving your financial goals. In fact, a
low-rate savings account might not
even keep up with inflation, which
means that, over time, you will lose pur-
chasing power.
Ultimately, the question isnt whether
you should save or invest you need to
do both. But you do need to decide how
much of your financial resources to
devote toward savings and how much
toward investments. By paying close
attention to your cash flow, you should
be able to get a good idea of the best
savings and investment mix for your
particular situation. For example, if you
find yourself constantly dipping into
your long-term investments to pay for
short-term needs, you probably dont
have enough money in savings. On the
other hand, if you consistently find
yourself with large sums in your savings
account even after youve paid all your
bills, you might be sitting on too much
cash which means you should con-
sider moving some of this money into
investments with growth potential.
Saving and investing thats a win-
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Tune in Tuesday mornings to Eagle
101.5 FM at 8:30 am to hear Phil
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Focus Topic. Phil Hofweber is a Financial
Advisor with Edward Jones Investments
located in Downtown Gaylord. He can be
reached at (989) 731-1851, or e-mail him
at phil.hofweber@edwardjones.com.
Edward Jones, its financial advisors
and employees do not provide tax or
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The 2014 Swirl season at the Crooked Tree Arts Center con-
tinues on Thursday, February 27. The February Swirl will fea-
ture food and wines by Twisted Olive Caf of Petoskey. Local
musician Bill Wilson will perform guitar. Three exhibits will
be open for viewing- including the Annual Juried
Photography Show, Molson Art Collection of Childrens Book
Illustrations and the Little Traverse Bay Quilters Guild.
Swirl is a monthly wine tasting with music and the most
recent art exhibit on display. Each month the arts center
pairs with local wine purveyors and restaurants and per-
formers for each Swirl. Last month we sold out three days
before the event, so we really encourage people to purchase
early said Lucy Teets, CTAC Staff member.
Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 per person the day of
Swirl, when available. Tickets for all the Swirl events are
available now.
Swirl continues in 2014 on Thursdays with:
March 27 - Petoskey Brewery & City Park Grill with music
by Jeff Pagel
April 24 - L. Mawby and Barrel Back Restaurant with music
by Howard Richards
May 29 - City Park Grill with music by Chris Koury
For more information and to purchase tickets, contact the
Crooked Tree Arts Center, 231-347-4337 or visit
www.crookedtree.org. The Crooked Tree Arts Center is locat-
ed at 461 E. Mitchell Street, downtown Petoskey.
Join recognized photographer and author
Robyn Scott, Tuesday February 25th at
10:00am at Crooked Tree Arts Center. Scott
will be sharing her expertise with the design
and artistry that goes into creating bound
coffee table photo books.
Scott has travelled the world taking photo-
graphs and sharing her inspiration and tech-
niques behind creating coffee table photo
books. She is a very popular speaker at home
and abroad. Her past engagements include
travelling as a teaching artist aboard several
popular cruise lines. In addition to being
well known for her own photography and
creations, Scott owns her coffee table book
design business which serves clients looking
for a creative display alternative.
I believe there is a better place for your
good photographs to live than in a drawer,
on your computer, or in a box. They belong
in a unique, one of a kind album that you
can proudly display on your coffee
table. Your memories are special and your
coffee table books should be as well, she
shares.
Coffee table photo books differ from typi-
cal photo albums. First they are typically
hard bound and meant to be proudly dis-
played just as one would choose to hang a
photo on their wall. The books must also be
thoughtfully designed and created to share
the story of the photos it contains. It takes as
much visual skill in layout and arrangement
as it does the ability to tell stories through
pictures. Some clients chose to include writ-
ten stories that narrate the book as well.
And photo storytelling can be as varied as
snowflakes. Some of her creations for clients
include travel photo books; family and prop-
erty histories; wedding books; and even
recipes and food photos for culinary groups.
One of my favorite books that I created
was to help preserve a World War II scrap-
book, explains Scott. The photographs, let-
ters and newspaper articles in the scrapbook
were disintegrating and the family was fight-
ing about who should have possession of the
book. I scanned everything in the scrapbook
and then created a book in chronological
order of all of the events following one sol-
diers journey in the war. When the book was
finished the family purchased several copies
of the book and then donated the original
scrapbook to a World War II museum.
In addition to her lecture on February
25th, Scott is leading a two day workshop at
Crooked Tree Arts Center March 1st &
2nd. This is a hand- on workshop where she
will guide participants through the process
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tips and techniques for design, layout and
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February 25ths Coffee @ 10 lecture is free
and open to the public; refreshments will be
served as well as coffee generously provided
by Roast and Toast. For more information on
the lecture, or to register for Robyns March
workshop, visit www.crookedtree.org.
On display at the Crooked Tree Arts
Center in the Atrium Gallery is the new work
of Petoskey artist Anne Morningstar. Anne
Morningstar is an Interdisciplinary Artist,
whose work embodies the arts of:
Animation, Film, Book Arts, and
Papermaking. In 2008, Morningstar graduat-
ed from the Milwaukee Institute of Art +
Design with her Bachelor of Fine Arts in
Animation. She continued her studies at
Indiana University in Bloomington, where
she graduated in 2010 with a Master of
Science in Telecommunications, New Media.
Morningstar has recently become a Professor
of Art at North Central Michigan College,
located in Petoskey, Michigan.
Her current exhibition entitled Natives
vs. Invasives: A Great Lake Narrative is a
compelling series of eighteen 8 x 8 paper
collage paintings that explore life below the
surface of the Great Lakes. You are brought
up close and personal with invasive species
like Quagga Mussels and Round Goby Fish
offset by native species like Chinook Salmon
and Smelt. Morningstar has a vision all her
own and brings you into her conflict with
what was supposed to be and what is.
This series of paper paintings is meant to
tell the story of a few inhabitants residing in
our most beloved Great Lake, Michigan.
Loving deep with 1.3 trillion gallons of water
love countless numbers of animal and plant
species. Here before you are a few of the resi-
dents who have taken a moment to come up
for air. The native species possess a certain
organic quality, natural, allowing them to
become more fluid within their environ-
ment. The invasives do what they can to fit
in and survive, despite the reality that they
are, literally, fish out of water. As invasives
continue working toward survival, the envi-
ronmental balance for these natives
becomes more threatened explains artist
Morningstar.
This exhibition will be on display through
March 22. The Crooked Tree
Arts Center is located down-
town Petoskey at 461 E.
Mitchell Street. For more infor-
mation please call the Arts
Center at 231-347-4337 or visit
www.crookedtree.org. This
program supported in part by
the Michigan Council for Arts
and Cultural Affairs and
Edward Jones of Harbor Springs and
Petoskey.
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Alpenfrost 2014, held February 7th and 8th
in downtown Gaylord included several com-
petitions. Following is the list of the top plac-
ers in these events. Congratulations and
thank you to all of this years participants!
RAIL JAM
8 Years & Under
Gold Medal Champ ~ Landen Platte
9 ~ 16 Group
Gold Medal ~ Ryan Stefanski
Silver Medal ~ Hunter Ventline
Bronze Medal ~ Brad Vankirk
Over all Rail Jam Champ
Best Trick
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FROSTY 5K RUN/WALK
- Female (17 & under)
1st ~ Sara Daugherty 27.13
2nd ~ Nadia Keller 27.19
3rd ~ Nicole Morehouse 27.42
- Female (18 & over)
1st ~ Kimber Piezchalski 21.04
2nd ~ Anna Taylor 22.43
3rd ~ Nicole Blanzy 24.27
- Male (17 & under)
1st ~ Ryan Meisner 24.30
2nd ~ Kameron Moore 24.35
3rd ~ Jeffrey Dickson 27.14
- Male (18 & over)
1st ~ Eric Maurlecette 17.13
2nd ~ Kevin Cranson 22.18
3rd ~ Scott Whitcomb 22.43
CUPCAKE WARS
Best Presentation ~ Gaylord High School
Best Taste ~ Strictly Sweets
SOUP COOK-OFF
1st ~ The Old Depot
2nd ~ Treetops
3rd ~ Michaywe
TREE/WREATH TOSS
Women Wreath Toss
1 Kelly Corbin, Gaylord, 273
2 Nikki Fiel, Gaylord, 2610
3 Cindy Akans, 256
Men Tree Toss
1 Kevin Corbin, Gaylord, 216
2 Anthony Hagwell, Midland, 193
3 Kevin Kassuba, Lambertville, 189
37 Throwers total
Photos by Jim Akans
Top placers at Alpenfrost 2014 events
SpartanNash is pleased to announce the launch of its 9th
statewide campaign to support Habitat for Humanity affiliates
in the communities where the company operates D&W Fresh
Markets, Family Fare Supermarkets, Valu Land, VGs and Glens
Markets stores. The statewide campaign begins February 23
and continues through March 15, 2014.
This partnership began in 2006 and has raised more than
$930,000 for Habitat for Humanity affiliates. Spartan associ-
ates have volunteered more than 2,500 hours toward helping
build affordable Habitat homes.
Customers have an opportunity to donate toward the cam-
paign by purchasing a Habitat for Humanity medallion at
D&W Fresh Markets, Family Fare, Valu Land, Glens and VGs
locations. The medallions are located at all checkouts (includ-
ing self-scan) and customers may donate $1, $5 or $10 to help
partner with Habitat families to build new and or renovate
existing homes. When customers make a donation, they also
receive four coupons towards their next purchase.
SpartanNash Stores is thrilled to be working with Habitat
for Humanity and the communities we serve to address the
need for affordable housing. We recognize the importance of
corporate leadership, fully understanding the power of small-
er contributions from generous individuals, says Meredith
Gremel, Director, Corporate Affairs, SpartanNash. Our finan-
cial backing along with our SpartanNash employees volun-
teering on the job site and our assistance in raising awareness
can build not only homes but hope for Habitat partner fami-
lies. This long-term partnership along with the homebuyers
zero percent interest mortgages is what helps make dreams
come true, said Gremel
Along with the scan campaign, SpartanNash Store associ-
ates have been involved with community events for Habitat
for Humanity through volunteering to build Habitat for
Humanity homes. This fundraising campaign brings together
SpartanNash and Habitat for Humanity and is a celebration of
both companys shared values hard work, dedication and
community service.
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The 2014 Ford Focus maintains top marks in the federal gov-
ernments new car safety rating program. Both sedan and hatch-
back Focus models, as well as Focus Electric all earned a five-
star overall vehicle score in the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administrations New Car Assessment Program.
Fords AdvanceTrac electronic stability control and anti-lock
brake system, standard across the Focus range, constantly mon-
itors road conditions and driver response, adjusting engine
power and applying ABS to help keep wheels firmly planted.
Front and side airbags tailor deployment to vehicle occupants in
the event of a crash. The drivers airbag uses a curve-shaped
tether system that pulls in the lower section to help lessen the
impact of the airbag in a frontal crash. Side airbags feature
shoulder vents that stay open and reduce pressure on smaller
occupants.
Focus four-door sedan and hatchback models share Fords
acclaimed kinetic styling, which emphasizes the cars athletic
stance. The interior design highlights outstanding craftsman-
ship that creates a premium-class experience, while the stiff
body structure keeps noise, vibration and harshness to a mini-
mum. In response to customer demand, new for 2014 is a Sport
Appearance Package for Focus SE.
Available technology highlights:
- Latest-generation SYNC system with MyFord Touch fea-
tures Wi-Fi capability, text-to-voice, HD Radio with iTunes
Tagging and voice-activated navigation
- Active park assist, enabled by electric power-assisted steer-
ing, can identify a parallel parking space and maneuver into it,
with minimal driver input
- PowerShift six-speed automatic transmission with
SelectShift allows manual control of shift points, for a more
engaged driving experience
- Intelligent Access with push-button start
- SFE package maximizes fuel economy with improved aero-
dynamics the drag coefficient is as low as 0.295
- Titanium package sets class standards for design
and comfort
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- AdvanceTrac with electronic stability control
- Dual-stage first-row airbags
- Side-impact airbags
- Side-curtain airbags
- Four-wheel anti-lock braking system
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10am Crafting
10am Pokeno
11am Golden Toners Exercise
12pm Lunch Beef Tips & Noodles, Carrots,
Broccoli, Grapes
1pm Penny Bingo
5pm-DinnerChicken Pot Pie,
Peas, Corn, Pears
5:30pm Karaoke
Friday, February 21
10am Card Golf
10am Mercy Rehab Exercise Group
12pm Lunch Baked Ham,
Prince Charles Blend, Baked
Potato, Pineapple
12pm Lovells Satellite Meal
1pm Pantry Bingo
1pm Pool-9 Ball
Monday, February 24
9:30am Grief Support Group
10am Quilting
12pm Lunch Macaroni &
Cheese, Mixed Vegetables,
Fresh Orange
12:30pm Beginning Clogging
1pm Bridge
1:30pm Clogging
3pm Cooking Class
5pm Dinner- Pepper Steak,
Rice, Stir Fry Vegetables, Apple
Tuesday, February 25
10am Bible Study
10am Zumba Gold
11am Walking Group Ramada
12pm Lunch Taco Salad, Refried
Beans, Corn, Peaches
1pm Euchre
1pm Low Vision Support Group
4-5pm Blood Pressure/Sugar Checks
5pm Dinner Chicken, Lasagna, Wax Beans,
Sliced Beets, Plums
Wednesday, February 26
10am Line Dancing
12pm Lunch Chicken Stir-Fry,
Rice, Green Beans, Pineapple
1pm Pool-Ball in Hand
1pm Mahjong
1pm Wii Bowling
1pm COA Board Mtg @ Court House
2:30pm Unlucky 7s
5pm Beef Pot Roast w/ Gravy,
Parisian Carrots, Boiled Potatoes,
Sliced Apples
The Crawford County Commission on Aging, in partnership with the law
offices of Bloomquist & Thompson, PLLC and the law offices of Carey &
Jaskowski, PLLC, is offering free legal assistance on the third Wednesday
of each month from 1-3pm for older adults, age 60 and over, in Crawford
County These consultations are designed to see if your issue really needs an
attorney, to what extend you need legal services, and when retaining an at-
torney might be needed. Consultations are by appointment only and will
last about 20-30 minutes. For more information or to schedule an appoint-
ment, contact the Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center
at (989) 348-7123.
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Facilitated by Ann Doty
Come one, come all, everyone is
invited to attend Line Dancing.
No experience needed. This is a
FREE class for both men and women.
Every Wednesday at 10am
T H I S PA G E S P O N S O R E D B Y T H E F O L L O WI N G A R E A B U S I N E S S E S
The group content will cover the full range of information re-
lated to the grief process. The content each week will focus
on the needs of the participants present at that
session. The sessions will be free for Crawford
County residents. Out of County residents will be
charged $5.00. For more information contact Karl
Schreiner at (989) 348-7123.
The term 'heart disease refers to several types of
heart conditions. The most common type in the United
States is coronary heart disease (also called coronary
artery disease), which occurs when a substance called
plaque builds up in the arteries that supply blood to
the heart. Coronary heart disease can cause heart at-
tack, angina, heart failure, and arrhythmias. Cardio-
vascular disease, including heart disease and stroke,
costs the United States $312.6 billion each year. this
total includes the cost of health care services, medica-
tions, and lost time from work.
2014
Beginning Your Journey to Better
Heart Health Featuring Dr. Todoroff
Join us for this Breakfast Presentation
Thursday, February 27th at 9am
Featuring Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Fruit, Juice and Coffee.
Heart disease is a major problem.
According to a 2013 report from the American Heart Associa-
tion, every year about 715,000 Americans have a heart attack.
About 600,000 people die from heart disease in the United
States each yearthats 1 out of every 4 deaths. Heart disease is
the leading cause of death for both men and women.
Petoskey McLaren Northern Michigan is offering An
Introduction to Mindfulness Improving Daily Awareness
and Building Joy course.
This five-week course, led by instructor Chris Frasz, MSW,
will take place on Tuesdays beginning February 25, 2014,
from 5:30 6:30 p.m., at the John and Marnie Demmer
Wellness Pavilion and
Dialysis Center, located at
820 Arlington Avenue in
Petoskey.
The goal of this
Mindfulness introductory
course is to introduce participants to the tools and methods
of becoming more aware of ones thoughts and feelings
through mindfulness training, said Chris Frasz.
Mindfulness programs have been proven as an effective tool
to reduce stress and improve quality of life in individuals.
Participants will learn to identify particular events and
thoughts that bring on stress and learn tools and methods
for responding to and managing such stressors. Breathing
exercises, mindfulness meditation, body scan, and basic
stretches will be reviewed and incorporated. Guided, in-
class practice will be the foundation for participants to
develop their own home and work practice. This course is
open to the public.
The fee for this five-week
course is $110 for the gener-
al public and $95 for
McLaren Northern Michigan
Colleagues. Space is limited.
To learn more or to register,
please go to northern-
health.org/CREG or call
800.248.6777.
Grayling - Mercy Hospital Grayling will
kick off its series of How to Shop Healthy
workshops later this month. These work-
shops, offered to the public at no charge,
are designed to increase shoppers aware-
ness of healthier, budget-friendly food
options.
Registered Dietitian
Jennifer Gawel will demon-
strate techniques to find the
best deals on delicious,
nutritious foods for atten-
dees and their families.
Theyll discover healthier food choices,
learn how to read a nutrition label, and
receive handouts to help shop healthy
while on a budget.
So many families struggle to buy fresh,
healthy food on a regular basis, said Gawel.
This workshop will show families how to
improve their shopping habits without
breaking the bank. Getting healthier food
options in the hands of our community will
help them take the first steps to better over-
all health.
The workshops will be held in the Huron
Pines Conference Room at Mercy Hospital
Grayling on February 26, 2014 and March
19, 2014 beginning at 5:30 pm. Space is lim-
ited, but attendees should reserve their spot
by calling 989-344-5636.Learn more by vis-
iting Mercy Hospital Graylings Facebook
event page.
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126 Main St.
East Jordan
231-536-7764
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308 South Otsego
Gaylord
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200 Fairview St.
Gaylord
989-732-7100
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219 East Main St.
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1250 Gornick Ave., Gaylord
989-731-3546
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315 S. Center, Gaylord
989-732-6521
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1044 W. Main, Gaylord
989-732-0744
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1140 Gornick Ave.
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231-547-6092
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1100 Michigan Ave.,
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989-348-5461
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231-547-8630
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1029 Gornick Ave.,
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7535 US 131, Mancelona
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989-448-8618
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301 Bridge St. Charlevoix
231-547-242
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February is American Heart Month and
Go Red for Women Month. The proclama-
tion by President Obama marks the 50th
anniversary of this recognition. These
events are intended to bring attention to
the fact that cardiovascular disease is the
number one cause of death for both men
and women.
About one million people in the United
States die of heart disease annually. In the
United States, someone dies of cardiovas-
cular disease every 33 seconds. You may
have heard that a massive heart attack was
blamed for the death of Jon Henson, son of
Muppets creator Jim Henson and an
accomplished Muppets puppeteer in his
own right. He died on Friday, February 14 at
home with his daughter while building an
igloo. He was 48 years old.
A heart attack happens when the flow of
oxygen to the heart is blocked and the heart
cant get oxygen. Most heart attacks are a
consequence of cardiovascular disease. In
cardiovascular disease, plaque build-up
inside the coronary arteries leads to athero-
sclerosis. When the plaque ruptures, it
causes a blood clot to form on the surface.
The clot can become large enough to block
the blood flow through the coronary artery,
preventing oxygen from flowing to a por-
tion of the heart. If not treated quickly, the
portion of the heart muscle will begin to
die, and is replaced with scar tissue. It
might not be noticeable right away or it
may be severe. Early treatment can reduce
the long term damage to the heart.
A heart attack can also be caused by a
severe spasm of a coronary artery, cutting
off blood flow through the artery. Spasms
can occur in coronary arteries not affected
by atherosclerosis. Spasms can be brought
about by: emotional stress or pain, taking
certain drugs, such as cocaine, exposure to
extreme cold, or cigarette smoking.
Knowing the signs of a heart attack and
taking action quickly can prevent perma-
nent damage to the heart and potentially
save a life. The primary symptom of heart
attack is chest pain. The pain can feel like
squeezing, fullness, pain or uncomfortable
pressure. If you or someone you know has
discomfort in the center of the chest that
lasts for more than a few minutes or goes
away and comes back, seek medical atten-
tion.
Chest pain isn't the only possible symp-
tom of a heart attack. Women, in particu-
lar, may experience other signs of a heart
attack. The sign might be pain or discom-
fort in other parts of the upper body. This
could include one or both arms, the back,
neck, jaw or stomach. Shortness of breath
can be a sign of a heart attack, with or with-
out chest pain. Other signs are: nausea,
light-headedness, or breaking out in a cold
sweat.
The symptoms may come on suddenly,
but more often, they start slowly, with mild
pain or discomfort. Too often, people don't
believe it is a heart attack because of the
gradual onset of symptoms. Not all signs
will occur in all heart attacks. It is impor-
tant to call 9-1-1 if you suspect a heart
attack. New treatments have improved sur-
vival rates of heart attacks, reducing disabil-
ity and mortality. They must be given
quickly in order to be effective.
Cardiovascular disease is often preventa-
ble by changing the behaviors that can put
you at risk, including changing your diet.
According to the American Heart
Association, preventing a heart attack is as
easy as A, B, C. - Avoid tobacco, Become
more active, and Choose good nutrition.
Quitting smoking is one of the best things
you can do to improve your health. Getting
at least 30 minutes of physical activity on
five or more days per week can help lower
blood pressure and help in maintaining a
healthy body weight. A diet including fruits,
vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and
low-fat dairy will reduce your risk of cardio-
vascular disease.
Take steps today and everyday to take
care of your heart so you may never experi-
ence the signs of a heart attack.
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