The South www Volume 31 - Number 40 owossoindependent.com Shiawassee County Fair Opens in 4 Weeks! www SHIAWASSEE County Prosecutor Deana Finnegan (standing) gives her closing argument July 1 before requesting District Court Judge Terrance Dignan bind over to Circuit Court Joshua Zachary James, 22, of Woodhull Township for trial. James (seated center) was arrested in the shooting death of his grandfather, Marlin James, 82, at 7800 www Braden Road, Haslett in Shiawassee County. Joshua “Zach” James was living at his grandfather’s home at the time of the murder. Seated right is James’ defense attorney Matthew S. McKone of Flushing. Partially visible (seated left) is assisting defense attorney Scott J. Gould of Owosso. “The evidence is overwhelming for probable cause,” Dignan said before he recapped the evidence presented www at the hearing. James was bound over on a $3 million cash/surety bond on Count One/Open Premeditated Murder and Count Two/Felony Firearm. Two other counts were waived for the probable cause hearing. Circuit Court arraignment then took place in the District Courtroom. A Pre-trial conference in Circuit Court is scheduled for 8 a.m. July 10. Joshua L. James, the father of “Zach” James was called to the stand by Finnegan to recount what happened when he met his older brother, Steve James of Haslett, at their father’s house and finding the body of their father in the garage. Emergency services were notified including the MSP Detective Bureau, Flint. D/Sgt. Brad owossoindependent.com Postal Customer July 5, 2015 SRI Non Profit Org U.S. Postage N N I Owosso, MI 48867 Permit No. 99 UN owossoindependent.com owossoindependent.com Ross was the first on the scene and led the investigation assisted by D/Sgt. Joe VanderMeulen assisting. MSP Detective Sergeant Medical Examiner Investigator Mark Pendergraff was also called to the scene as was MSP Sgt. Jeff Amley a forensic specialist who led the crime scene investigation. Amley described how he recovered evidence including a 30/30 lever-action rifle that was later determined to be the murder weapon. HONORED – Vernon Township Assistant Fire Chief Bill Hart was honored by the Michigan State Firefighters Association with their Community Service Award during the group’s annual conference in Alpena on June 28. The prestigious award is handed out only one time every year, and the pool of candidates comes from all across the state. Hart has served with the Vernon Township Fire Department since it began in 1989. See Page 5 for related story. (Courtesy Photo) Defense Attorney Matthew S. McKone was assisted by attorney Scott J. Gould of Owosso in Zach’s defense. A not guilty plea was entered. McKone questioned investigators whether heroin usage could have contributed to the shooting. If James is found guilty, the premeditated murder charge carries with it a sentence of life in prison without possibility of parole. (Independent Photo/HELEN A. GRANGER) JUMP STREET Swing Band will be on stage at the Don & Metta Mitchell Performing Arts Center (Amphitheater) in downtown Owosso at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9, for the SummerFest Concert Series. Persons attending only need to take along a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. The hat is passed during intermission. (Courtesy Photo) The Independent Newsgroup • 1907 W. M-21, Owosso, Michigan 48867 • Owosso (989) 723-1118 • Circulation 989-288-3196 Ext. 1 Tues.-Fri. 9-4 Fax (989) 725-1834 • E-mail: [email protected] • Facebook: Independent Newsgroup Page 2 The South Independent • Sunday, July 5, 2015 network of hospital and clinics providing quality medical services and care. The first class of students at the CMU College of Medicine began their studies in 2013. The college actively seeks out well-qualified students who are committed to practicing in Michigan, especially those committed to pursuing careers in the primary care specialties, Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics and Women’s Health. More than 80 percent of the students enrolled at the CMU College of Medicine are Michigan residents. “Starting in July, several of CMU’s third-year medical students will begin to utilize the Memorial staff and facilities, as well as those of several physicians in private practice, in fulfilling their Comprehensive Community Clerkship,” said Dr. Michael Schmidt, CMU’s Regional Assistant Clerkship Director. “This DR. MICHAEL Schmidt has been named CMU’s phase of the student physician’s clinical education Regional Assistant Clerkship Director. comes after completing two years of rigorous class(Courtesy Photo) room work in which all aspects of human medicine are taught along with learning the basic clinical skills emorial ealthcare needed to accurately obtain a patient’s medical hisollege of edicine tory, perform a physical examination and undertake diagnostic decision-making.” ffer lerkships to The third and fourth years of medical school involve the further development of patient care skills. edical tudents These are taught to the student physician by other Memorial Healthcare recently announced the for- doctors and providers under direct supervision. The mal affiliation of Memorial Healthcare’s hospital and Comprehensive Community Clerkship requires the clinics with the Central Michigan University (CMU) student to move into the host community and begin the process of becoming a physician by immersing College of Medicine. The educational affiliation is a landmark development themselves in the community and the physician’s pracin the growth of both Central Michigan University’s tice for six months. In this manner, the student phyCollege of Medicine and the Memorial Healthcare sician begins to expand on the knowledge and skills M H M CMU C C O S CMU M , Letters to the Editor learned in the classroom and gains an understanding of the complex relationship between the health of an individual and where and how that person lives, works and plays. At Memorial, students will be exposed to primary care practices, as well as some specialty care. “The process is not mandatory for either medical staff members of patients,” says Dr. Schmidt. “Patients can become teachers and assume the most valuable role in educating the next generation of doctors. Nevertheless, the decision to allow a medical student to take part in one’s care will always be left to the patient to decide. If a patient says, ‘no,’ then the student will not be taking part in their care. Obviously, we hope patients will enthusiastically say ‘yes!’” Memorial welcomes this development and recognizes this as a win-win for the medical school, the community, and the hospital. According to Brian Long, FACHE, president and CEO of Memorial Healthcare, “Having these medical students in the community is great for our clinical staff, reinforcing the need to stay up-to-date and progressive as these students begin to find their way in the world of modern health care. Teaching is a great way to learn. In addition, having the students here at Memorial, a top-notch facility, is a great way to show these young doctors just what this fine community, this great hospital, and this outstanding medical staff has to offer as a potential future home.” “The staff and administration hope the community will embrace this tremendous opportunity for growth and service to the education of future physicians. Please join us in welcoming these fine students to our community,” adds Long. Editor, The Independent: It is year No. 11 for “Fun in the Sun & Sand.” Come join us as we try to “dig” up a cure for Cystic Fibrosis and “spike” out the disease. It is time once again to play in the Sun and Sand for a good cause. The 11th annual Cystic Fibrosis Volleyball “Fun’draiser” will be Saturday, July 11, at Café Sports in Perry. The cost is $60 per team, with a team consisting of two guys and two gals, or one guy and three gals, or four gals. We play rain or shine. Call to pre-register at (517) 648-8963. Check in is at 9 a.m. and we start play about 10 a.m. All Proceeds go to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Cystic Fibrosis is the No. 1 genetic killer of children under 18 years of age. In 1980 the average life expectancy was 7, now it is 30. One in 30 people are carriers of the CF gene and may not know it. There is no government funding for any research. Worship We raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Directory to “add tomorrows” for kids and adults with CF. Perry Editor, The Independent: I am a volunteer for Hospice associated with Memorial Healthcare of Owosso. I help with the “Flower Ministry” along with Jean Pitt, Martha Sutton and Gloria Danek. We meet twice a month at Memorial Healthcare and make small arrangements for our Hospice patients. These arrangements are then delivered by other volunteers and the nurses associated with Hospice. One of the days that we make arrangements, carnations and ferns are purchased with funds from “Friends of Hospice” and the other day, Kroger of Owosso donates their flowers that have been discounted and not sold. Also, ferns are purchased this day with funds from “Friends of Hospice” to add some greenery to the arrangements. When we get the flowers from Kroger we separate them by color, variety and again, we make small arrangements for our Hospice patients. Today, June 25, we met and had the flowers donated from Kroger, what a wonBridget Mortimore, Morrice derful selection and variety of flowers we received. It was a joy to sort through the flowers and make these arrangements to be delivered to the patients. United Methodist We had so many beautiful flowers that we were able to make larger than normal highlight Church, Juddville and arrangements and some extra ones for some of the other patients at the nursing HOMEMADE ice Durand roads; $6 for facilities. These flower arrangements are a bit of joy in the patients’ day and they cream social, 5 to 8 p.m. adults; age 4 and younglook forward to receiving them. July 15, at Juddville er, free. I would like to thank Kroger of Owosso for helping us by their generous donations. I also would like to thank all of the volunteers who deliver the arrangements to the patients to help brighten their day. I feel honored to work Tammy A. Mika, William P. Horal, Richard Halliday with this great group of Masters of Property Maintenance people. 114 N. Main St., Perry GARDNER SERVICES, LLC Jennifer Hessler, Byron Need an affordable place to hold a party?? Rent the Morrice or Durand Senior Centers Durand 989-288-4122 Perry 517-625-4270 Specializing in Septic Repair & Installation LICENSED & INSURED 517-861-7566 39 Years In Business Melco Interiors “Everything for your windows” 307 N. Washington St., Downtown Owosso 989-723-3335 melcointerior.com • Blinds • Shades • Valances • Drapes • Interior Design & Installation • Matthew 6:33 PERRY DENTAL PLC 517-625-4163 • 517-625-5049 perrydental.org Quality Care for Mid-Michigan Seniors 521 E. First St., Perry 517-625-5650 Barrier Free • Safe & Secure Home-like Environment • Memory Care • Spacious Private & Semi-Private Living • 24 Hour Personalized Care • Affordable Rates www.olivebranchassistedliving.com Community Bible Church 7040 W. Beard Rd., Shaftsburg 517-675-7510 Sunday Worship 10:30am Wednesday Bible Study and Prayer Mtg 5:30pm Perry Assembly of God 12523 S. M-52, Perry 517-625-7333 Sunday Worship: 10am Wednesday Evening Service 6:30pm Perry Church of the Nazarene 3100 Ellsworth Rd., Perry, MI (517) 625-3400 www.perrynazarene.com Sunday Worship: 9am & 11am Wednesday Evening Services 7pm Graham Community Church 8920 Britton Rd., Laingsburg, MI www.grahamcc.org 517.675.5401 Sundays 9:30am & 11am; 6pm Adult Bible Studies & AWANA Wed. at 6:30pm St. Mary Catholic Church 509 Main St., Morrice 517.625.4260 stmarymorrice.org Morning Mass T/W/F/Sat 8:30am Evening Mass M/TH 7pm Weekend Mass Sat 4:30pm Sun 8 & 10:30am Shaftsburg United Methodist 12821 Warner Road, Shaftsburg, MI 517-675-1567 [email protected] Sunday Worship: 9:30am Sunday School: 11am Kids Cupboard: 4th Monday 2-8p To be included in our worship directory, call 989-723-1118. The district will collect 24.7 mills from their tax base, which will total $1,253,285 – 18 of those mills will come from the non-homestead operating millage that is required for the district to receive the full amount of per-pupil state aid, and the other 6.7 mills will come from the 2015 Debt Fund. The per-pupil amount of state aid the district will receive for the 20152016 school year will increase roughly $90 per student, which will generate $128,000 of new revenue. The district is expecting to see their overall enrollment number drop from 1,503 to 1,430, which will mean over $500,000 in lost revenue, but the increase in per-pupil funding will offset some of that loss. The district has budgeted $13,025,896 in revenue for the year and $12,995,089 in expenses. That would leave the district’s General Fund balance at 5.550 percent of the district’s total revenue, which would be an improvement over their current 5.314 percent. Durand Board of Education Approves 2015-2016 Budget By Graham Sturgeon, staff writer The Durand Board of Education voted during their Monday, June 29, Committee of the Whole meeting to approve the proposed budget for the 2015-2016 school year. The school district has seen steady growth in their General Fund equity over the past few years and the current 2015-2016 school year is projected to push that number further into the black. The district will begin the year with an unofficial $692,200 in their General Fund, which is a great improvement from the $223,597 fund equity on July 1, 2013. The district is hopeful to continue that positive momentum through the current school year as they expect to have revenues-over-expenses of $30,807, which would push the General Fund equity to $723,007. Perry Plumbing, Inc. -- Licensed Master Plumbers -- • New Construction • Remodels • Service 517-625-6133 1 WEEK * 95 23 $ Byron Village Council By Graham Sturgeon, staff writer The Byron Village Council held what Council President Kit Brunell termed an “emergency meeting” on Monday, June 22 to pay the village’s essential bills and to approve the permit for the village’s July 9 Family Fun Day. The council also approved the new state-mandated changes to their Freedom of Information Act policy that will go into effect in July. The council had failed to establish a quorum for their June 15 regular meeting when four council members were unable to attend. Trustee Ron Berecz was excused due to illness, but President Pro Tempore Tony Prestonise and trustees Duncan Orr and Vicki Bessenbacher were all absent as well. They were unable to make the meeting, which was rescheduled from June 8, because of prior commitments. The village’s next meeting will be 7 p.m. Monday, July 13, where several budget-cutting ideas will be discussed. The council is trying to eliminate a deficit in their 2015-2016 budget of just under $30,000. President Brunell is also contemplating holding a special meeting in July to address the village’s unfilled treasurer position. The council has not decided how they will ONLY OIL CHANGE Plus Tax and Disposal Expires 7/10/15 Includes 5 qt. Synthetic Blend Oil, Oil Filter & Lube fill the vacancy, but they are currently accepting applications for the parttime position. Perry Dream Park Hosts Free Movie in the Park Perry Dream Park, the nonprofit organization devoted to revitalizing city parks and offering new recreational activities is hosting a free Movie in the Park and Bubble Ball in the Park event starting at 5 p.m. July 10 at the Perry Jubilee Park, located at the end of W. 2nd Street, downtown Perry. There is no cost of admission but donations to the Perry Dream Park efforts would be greatly appreciated. Concessions will be sold to help raise funds to buy new playground equipment for Jubilee Park. “This is an amazing opportunity to enjoy a whole evening of fun with Bubble Ball games then with a movie under the stars with your family and friends. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs and watch a delightful family friendly movie with all your neighbors,” said Karen Potter, president of the Perry Dream Park. Perry Dream Park is a nonprofit organization started by local residents in August 2013 with a mission to share God’s loves with the community by revitalizing community spaces and offering new family-friendly events and opportunities. Perry Dream Park is currently sponsoring Movies in the Park, Concerts in the Park and a Farmers Market. For more about the Perry Dream Park and their mission, persons can check Perrydreampark.org. The South Independent • Sunday, July 5, 2015 Page 3 Durand at Destination Imagination Global Finals By Graham Sturgeon, staff writer Durand’s Destination Imagination (DI) team competed in the DI Global Finals in Knoxville, Tenn. during the week of May 18 through May 23, and they came away happy with their results. Competing in the “Community Service/Outreach” challenge group, the Durand team placed 29th out of 56 teams. The team, in its seventh year of existence, focused their collective efforts on improving the literacy of Durand citizenry for their community service project by building and placing book exchange stations throughout the city. Though their competitive season is over, the team will continue in its endeavor to eradicate literacy deficiencies across Durand by maintaining their book exchange stations (which can be found at Shaw’s Pharmacy, Durand Union Station, Dietrich’s Flower Shop and the Bancroft Veterinary Clinic) and by reading to children at the district’s summer lunch program at Bertha Neal. Charter member Daniel Greeson was impressed with the team’s improvement this year and was pleased with their showing in Knoxville. “The global competition was a great experience for us. We improved a lot from states (on April 18) and I was just glad that we finished in the top half of our group. We also met people from all over the world during the week, so we all had a great time.” The five-person team, which consists of Greeson, Anna Dietrich, Tatianna Fraley, Silver Graham and Rachel Buhler, will return intact for the 2015-2016 season. The team has not decided whether they will again do a community outreach project or if they will tackle one of the other five available challenges. Landlords Will Meet The Shiawassee Landlord Association’s monthly meeting will be Tuesday, July 7, at Roma’s Back Door, 200 E. Comstock, downtown Owosso with an optional dinner an networking at 6 p.m. the meeting will be at 7 p.m. “Due to an increase in interest and information, speaker James Demis Jr., CPA, will return for additional information on the IRS regulation regarding the deducting of repairs, maintenance and/or improvements of your rental(s),” it was noted. A door prize will follow. This meeting is open to all association members, those wishing to join, or a one-time $10 meeting attendance cost. For more information, persons may call (989) 723-1183. highlight DOLL LOVERS Doll Club will meet at 2 p.m. July 7, in the St. Paul Church Parish Center, 111 N. Howell, Owosso. Persons should use the Bradley Street entrance next to the garage. Alice LeValley will give a program on Amish Dolls. The club is open to new members. For questions, persons may call Barbara Mason, (989) 634-5588. RIBBON July 10 from CUTTING 4-6pm PERRY 3942 W. Lansing Rd., Perry www.sigautogroup.com • 517-625-5600 Additional charge for extra oil & disposal fee. See dealer for details. A Little of This & A Lot of That 810-458-4413 8337 Silver Lake Rd., l Vintage Sou Rep. Chalk Paint DRAWINGS Linden Giveaways Page 4 The South Independent • Sunday, July 5, 2015 Blaine C. Lentz, 90, of St. Johns, formerly of Elsie, passed away Saturday, June 27. Services were Thursday, Anita Rohac Waltz, 93, of July 2 with interment at Mt. Scottsdale, Ariz., formerly Rest Cemetery. of Owosso, passed away Thursday, June 18. A memo- James Lee Strickland, 63, rial service was Saturday, of Durand, passed away June 27. Saturday, June 27. Services were Friday, July 3 with interVickie Ruth (Mowen) ment at Lovejoy Cemetery. (Mathis) Tomac, 67, of Hubert, NC, formerly of Gladwin, passed away Carol Ann Bocek, 75, of Monday, June 22. Services Owosso, passed away Sunday, June 28. A Mass of Christian were Friday, June 26. burial was Thursday, July 2 David S. Hasyn, 88, of with interment at St. Paul’s Lennon, passed away Cemetery. Tuesday, June 23. Services James L. Strickland, 63, of were Friday, June 26. Durand, passed away Sunday, Ruby Pearl Dahlquist, 86, June 28. Services were of Sebastian Flor., formerly Friday, July 3 with interment of Owosso, passed away at Lovejoy Cemetery. Tuesday, June 23. A memorial service was Sunday, Robert E. Athey, 65, of June 28. Owosso, passed away Sunday, June 28. Services Agnes Gross, 92, of were Friday, July 3. Chesaning, passed away Wednesday, June 24. A Christine Elise Kieffer, 78, Mass of Christian burial was of Durand, passed away Tuesday, June 30. Monday, June 29. Death Notices Floyd H. Koerner, 100, of Owosso, passed away Thursday, June 25. Services were Saturday, June 27 with interment at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Charles David Goad, 57, of Flint, formerly of Corunna, passed away Thursday, June 25. There will be no services at this time. Ronald L. Sylvester, 79, of Owosso, passed away Thursday, June 25. A Mass of Christian burial was Tuesday, June 30. Donna Jean Hebekeuser, 87, of Chesaning/St. Charles, passed away Monday, June 29. Services were Wednesday, July 1 with interment at Flint Memorial Park. Esperanza Vinson, 79, of Corunna, passed away Monday, June 29. Services were Thursday, July 2 with interment at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. highlight BULEMORE Bash-Out Cancer Fundraiser with traditional UP Pasties for sale: $5 for one or three for $12. Pre-orClare H. Jones, 94, of der for pick-up or delivBradenton, Flor., former- ery to Ruth Crawford at ly of Henderson, passed (989) 743-5221, or away Thursday, June 25. Gary Bulemore at Services will be announced (989) 666-1764. All proat a later date. ceeds go to American John Martin Pancheck, 67, of Cancer Society. Billie Gene Moore, 75, of Owosso, passed away Thursday, June 25. Services were Monday, June 29. Durand, passed away Friday, June 26. A Mass of Christian burial was Tuesday, June 30 with interment at Greenwood Cemetery. Thomas Hoffman, 64, of Owosso, passed away Friday, June 26. Betty Marie Larner, 90, of Flushing, passed away Saturday, June 27. Services were Tuesday, June 30 with interment at Flint Memorial Park. Durand Farmers’ Market & Crafts WEDS., through OCTOBER 14 9am-3pm Main St. & Hagle, Downtown durandfarmersmarket @durandstation.org Local Produce Crafts & More Weekly & Monthly Drawings Sponsored by Durand Union Station, Inc. 989-288-3561 Paula Brooks 989-288-3830 Ext. Hours before Wed. Night Live Knox Driving School 517-719-7113 Home s web- knoxdrivingschoolllc.com r e l o Scho me email- [email protected] Welco TWO GREAT LOCATIONS! Perry Schools Adm. Bldg. Williamston High School SEGMENT I - $270 SEGMENT I - $270 Aug. 11-27 at 8:30-10:30am Sept. 10-27 (Classtimes vary by day) Oct. 1-19 (Classtimes vary by day) Aug. 11-27 at 1-3pm Sept. 10-27 at 1-3pm Oct. 1-19 (Classtimes vary by day) SEGMENT II SEGMENT II July 7-9 at 10:35am-12:35pm Aug. 17-20 at 10:35am-12:35pm Aug. 11-14 at 3:05-5:05pm Oct. 13-20 at 5:05-7:05pm THE GRAND Opening for the Saginaw County/ Shiawassee County Habitat for Humanity ReStore retail store at 1494 N. M-52, Owosso was June 19 with a ceremonial ribbon cutting organized with Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce Am- bassadors. The store, in the Shiawassee Towne Center north of D’Mar Banquet and Conference Center, accepts at the ReStore, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays through Saturday; (989) 720-1494. (Courtesy Photo) Letter to the Editor As a taxpayer compared to Lynn Soloc, who apparently is not a resident of Shiawassee Township, I appreciate the Shiawassee Township Board for being fiscally responsible with the budget and adapting to modern times. Changes take time. Don’t jump to conclusions. Editor, The Independent: My name is Roger Perrigo, a 20-year USAF veteran, I’m a taxpayer and concerned Shiawassee Township resident who is responding to Lynn Soloc’s letter, which was in a publication on June 27. I attended June’s Shiawassee Township Board meeting and the Township Board thoroughly discussed concerns and suggestions that were given. It was nice to meet the new sexton and the company representative that mows the grass in all the cemeteries. The lawn care representative explained how the maintenance operation was going and made a few suggestions, “which they were great suggestions.” I understand and along with every other resident that we have had a lot of rain the previous week, but our cemeteries still look great compared to other cemeteries. I have seen issues with grave head- stones or markers, but it is not the townships fault there are some weeds around or between those headstones or markers. Family and friends who have planted flowers, perennials, bushes and place artificial flowers for those loved ones have not returned to maintain those areas. I appreciate the edging “weed whipping” that has been done, “cut it short” cutting the grass around the headstones and markers keeps weeds from covering those markers and headstones. There was great discussion of putting new cemetery signs up at the main entry of Newburg and both Fremont Cemeteries notifying all guests and residents of the cemetery rules, cemetery hours, no parking on grass and all contact information – which I support. I did however bring up one more concern that could not be answered, “Where is the old metal Fremont sign that used to hang from the trees on the south side?” The cemetery manager said they will look into that. 213 Mercer St. Durand 989.288.2100 JASON HOLLADY, M.D. • Chronic Pain Management • Opiate Addiction • Suboxone • Diabetes • High Blood Pressure • High Cholesterol • Asthma • Heart Disease WALK-INS WELCOME! Tri-County Well Drilling Serving Shiawassee County Emergency Well Service 989-743-5626 Free Estimates Pressure Tank Service Pump Service Chlorinating drillmywell.com Roger Perrigo, Shiawassee Township resident Zoning Ordinance Workshop A Public Workshop will be hosted by the city of Perry Zoning Ordinance Committee at 7 p.m. Monday, July 13, in Council Chambers, 203 W. Polly Street. The purpose of the meeting is to actively engage citizens, property and business owners in the process of drafting a new Zoning Ordinance. Discussion will include: Requirements of Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance Consistency as well as Scope of Work and Timeline. Interested parties will be provided an opportunity to participate in the workshop, ask questions and provide comments. No action will be taken during the meeting. All comments will be forwarded to City Council. Written comments may be submitted to the City Clerk, 203 W. Polly Street, Perry, MI 48872; e-mail, [email protected]. 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Williamston Rd., Perry • 517-655-1632 Family Owned & Operated Over 60 Years Vernon Township Assistant Fire Chief Receives Special Honor By Graham Sturgeon, staff writer Vernon Township Assistant Fire Chief Bill Hart was recognized by the Michigan State Firefighters Association (MSFA) as their Community Servant of the Year during the organization’s annual conference on Sunday, June 28. The MSFA, which celebrated its 140th anniversary during the conference, bestows this honor upon one individual in the state of Michigan every year, and this year Hart was the lucky guy. Hart joined the City of Durand Fire Department in 1988 as a volunteer, back when the department covered all of Vernon Township and Durand. The Vernon Township Fire Department was established the next year, in 1989, and Hart became one of their charter members. He began his service as a volunteer, but Hart moved up the ranks and spent time as a captain, a safety officer and a lieutenant before becoming the assistant chief. Hart is a third-generation volunteer who takes his responsibilities seriously. Sergeant Anthony Karhoff, who serves with Hart in the department, described how highly Hart’s fellow firefighters think of their assistant chief, a few days after the award ceremony. “Bill is not a guy who ever wants the accolades or recognition,” Karhoff said. “To him, he is just doing his job. He never picks and chooses his calls and he never takes vacation. He is always there for us. His leadership is always present.” Hart was nominated for the award in June by his fellow coworkers and a number of community members who all came together to surprise the assistant chief. They crafted a letter that they sent to the MSFA, and they then went about planning how to get Hart all the way up to Alpena for the conference without him knowing the real reason for the trip. The team coaxed Hart out of Vernon Township for the weekend and even made sure that his family was there to surprise him as well. The group, operated under the guise that the trip was to honor Lieutenant Eric Mogg. “To Bill, as the assistant chief, leadership isn’t all about getting the other firefighters to do something,” Karhoff said. “He 1 & 2 Bedroom Spacious Living Conveniently Located Minutes from I-69 in Durand 989-288-6825 www.countryvillageapts.com WORSHIP SERVICES DIRECTORY - DURAND ANTRIM BAPTIST CHURCH FAITH CHURCH 4509 E. Lovejoy Rd., Byron 517-223-3126 www.antrimbc.org Sunday School 10am Sunday Worship 11am & 6pm Wed. Prayer & Bible Study 7pm 303 Walnut St., Gaines 989-271-8786 Sunday School 10am Sunday Worship 11am & 6pm Wed. Night Prayer Mtg. 6pm DURAND CHURCH OF GOD FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF DURAND 10411 E. Newburg Rd. 989-319-4740 Sunday School 10am Sunday Worship 11am Wednesday Worship 7pm DURAND CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 9725 E. Monroe Rd. 989-288-2369 Sunday School 9:45am Sunday Worship 11am & 6pm Wednesday 7pm www.durandnazarene.com 405 N. Saginaw St. 989-288-6684 Sunday Worship 10am www.durandchurch.com CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH 10500 Grand Blanc Road, Gaines 989-271-9221 Sunday 10:30a & 6p Wed., Bible Study & Children Clubs 7pm www.calvaryofgaines.org Be a part of the Worship Services Directory, call 989-723-1118. tries to inspire them to become something within the fire department. His mentorship empowers the others to find their calling in fire service. He doesn’t care if he is training his future replacement; he has always been a big advocate of continuing education.” “ He told me something awhile back that has stuck with me,” Karhoff said. “He told me that he ‘is not a leader that creates followers, but a leader that creates leaders for the future.’ That is something I have lived by ever since.” **Karhoff also received a special honor during the annual conference, as he was promoted from Third Vice President of the MSFA to Second Vice President. That makes Karhoff one of the youngest members of the MSFA to hold that position, and it means that he is only two chairs away from the presidency. In addition to his daily duties at Home Depot east of Owosso and on his farm, Karhoff also serves as the chairperson of the Shiawassee Chapter of the Michigan Townships Association and as the Supervisor of Shiawassee Township. highlight YOUTH GOLF CAMP – Glenbrier golf course will conduct a youth golf camp July 7, 8 and 9; 8:30 to 10 a.m. Tuesday and Wednesday; 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday. Students will work on all aspects of golf from the proper grip to course strategy. Cost is $25 and clubs will be provided if needed. “Enrollment is limited so please call Glenbrier Golf Course to sign-up, (517) 625-3800. Letter to the Editor Editor, The Independent: Local area businesses have contributed over $2,500 worth of items to be auctioned off to raise prize money for the “In God We Trust” art, essay and poetry contest. There are over 50 items including artwork, gift certificates at over 12 local restaurants, car washes, oil changes and golf at five area courses. You can win a haircut, manicure, pedicure, massage, Michigan flag, bowling, potted plants, honey, mittens and a full year’s membership at the YMCA. All of the money raised goes toward prizes for the art, essays and poetry submitted to promote our National Motto. There is still time to enter the contest, which has over $5,000 in prizes for original work specifically made for the contest in the form of paintings, sculptures (to include models of monuments or public areas), essays or poetry. The contest is open to all ages and all residents of Shiawassee County, Chesaning and Ovid-Elsie. Four age groups have been established to enhance the chance of entrants winning (elementary, junior high, senior high and adult). There are at least 88 prizes ranging from $25 to $500 or more. People interested in submitting work should read the rules and then register online at the GodandGov.org website. Registrants have until July 12 to submit their essays and poetry and have until July 17 to submit their artwork. The public is invited to view all of the artwork submitted as well as the winning essays and poetry at the Shiawassee Continued on Page 8 Go on an icy expedition this summer! VBS 2015 Wednesday evenings 6:30-8 p.m. June 17 thru August 19 At Perry Church of the Nazarene * Amazing experiments * Glacier games * Climbing wall * * Bible adventures * Incredible music * Kids ages 5 through 12 For more information contact the church at 517-625-3400 The South Independent • Sunday, July 5, 2015 Page 5 Historic Byron Building to be Dedicated The owners of Byron’s wellness center/craft emporium will be dedicating their historic downtown building on July 11 in honor of the late Dr. Fred Ruggles, who practiced medicine out of the building in the early 20th century. Local historians are unsure how far back the building actually dates, but available documentation shows the history of the building, which is located at 204 Saginaw Street, dates back to roughly 1910. The building, which houses Balanced Body Yoga, The Nest Gifts and Messages by Vicki and Reiki by Monica, will be christened the F. Ruggles Building during the 9 a.m. dedication/ribbon cutting ceremony before Byron’s Family Fun Day kicks off later in the morning. Dr. Ruggles practiced out of the building in the early 1900s, until his daughter, Agnes, married the local pharmacist John Foster and turned the building into a residence around 1940. The couple would raise their five children in the building, while Dr. Ruggles practiced at the Byron Hospital that was located just south of the building on Saginaw Street. Sometime between the 1940s and 1970s, a garage was added to the rear, west end of the building, and the building was converted into a dental office. That is how the building was used until last spring when Lynn Stork and Vicki Bessenbacher transformed the building into its current state. The pair went to work transforming the building to suit their needs, and the restoration efforts are still ongoing. Stork has spent a lot of time researching the history of the building and has seemingly exhausted her resources in the Village of Byron and the county. Anyone with information regarding the history of the building is encouraged to contact the owners so that the gaps can be filled in and the true heritage of the historic building can be recognized. While a dedication and ribbon cutting is enough to make the event noteworthy, the owners will also be holding their first-annual yard sale/fundraiser immediately following the ceremony. Most of the proceeds from the sale will go to the “care and preservation of the building,” but 10 percent will be donated to Byron’s Historical Group as well. Stork welcomes donations for the sale up until Friday, July 10, and will accept mostly anything except clothing. The sale goes to 3 p.m. CAR WASH SAVE $2.00 with gas purchase *Must Present Coupon* Expires 9/30/15 TIRE ROTATION $ 10 W/COUPON *Must Present Coupon* Expires 9/30/15 3.00 OFF $ Lube, Oil and Filter *Must Present Coupon* Expires 9/30/15 ED’S Standard Service 220 N. Saginaw, DURAND (989) 288-6200 Family Owned For 69 Years Page 6 The South Independent • Sunday, July 5, 2015 Byron Family Fun Day July 10-11 Jon Michael Jewelers Downtown Durand Mahar’s Greenhouses Byron 989-634-8171 Riverside Market 311 N. Oak St., Durand 989-288-3382 Acker Agency, Inc. Downtown Durand 989-288-2678 DOWNTOWN DELI 810-370-4024 BuIlDIng MIChIgAn SInCe 1949 DurAnD • 989-288-6046 Bowden Body Shop Complete Collision 24 Hr. Tow Service 11918 Lennon Rd., Lennon 810-621-3332 989-288-3166 BLIGHT PROPANE, INC. Friday 7pm Provided by Byron United Methodist Church Saturday Events 5K Fun Run/Walk Sponsored by Byron Masonic Lodge #80 Registration 8am, Run/Walk 9am Proceeds to benefit Byron Track & Field Parade Lineup 1:30 pm at the Elementary School Bicycle Decorating Contest 1:45 pm (VFW Ladies) PARADE Begins! 2 pm Immediately Following Parade Until 4 pm • Free kids crafts Free kids games & prizes In the park, sponsored by Byron Park Board and Chamber of Commerce Kiddie Train Rides 2-4 pm (High School Parking Lot) Courtesy of Bob & Janet Cole and Family 810-266-4892 The Drury Group real Estate Professionals 810-266-5530 [email protected] 3 Legged Race For Kids & Adults 3:15 pm Balloon Launch Ice Cream Eating Contest 3:30 pm Kids & Adults Tents supplied by Becky Boillat Byron Public Library 2 pm-Dusk Used book sale Masonic Lodge #80 Annual Pig Roast Downtown at the Masonic Lodge. Noon-? (till the pig is gone) Craft Show/Flea Market/ Food Vendors 2 pm-dusk • Along High School driveway FIREWORKS!!! At dusk! Sponsored by Fireworks Friends Concessions Stand During Fireworks • Burns Grange FREE Family Events in the park Public Welcome! Come Enjoy the Fun With Your Family! BANCROfT Byron Kids Water Balloon Throw 3 pm Bubble Ball Experience 2:30-6pm Courtesy of Sagelink Credit Union Proceeds to benefit Byron DDA In Business Since 1960 989-634-9156 blackmore-rowe Insurance Food & Drinks For Sale In The Park - Byron Park Board Fun • Games • Fireworks • Parade • Shows Rides • Events • Crafts • Food MORE! 989-288-5055 Music in the Park Serenity House, Inc. Assisted Family Living Byron 989-634-5962 221 N. Saginaw St., Durand, MI 48429 Durand CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM 902 N. Saginaw St., Durand 989-288-2666 This & That & Country Gifts And the VillageRoom Framer 989-288-6886 MATADOR’S PIZZA and More Downtown Byron 810-266-5034 Frank’s Place 205 W. Main St., Durand 989-288-3711 www.matadorspizza.com www.changesdurand.com United Tree Service In Business Since 1946 301 N. Church St., Byron 810-266-6474 • Byron John Sutton • Certified Arborist narhiauctions.com Byron • 810-266-4363 810-266-5537 & May’s Tire Service 11245 E. Lansing Rd. 989-288-4840 Ed’s Standard 99¢ BLUE WASH with 10 Gallon Purchase Expires July 31, 2015 989-288-6200 Durand Rotary Celebrates 76 Years of Service The South Independent • Sunday, July 5, 2015 Page 7 By Graham Sturgeon, staff writer TOURS, OPEN HOUSE – The Commons, a Memorial Healthcare Community Development, will be hosting a community ribbon cutting and open house 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, July 9, at 2085 E. M-21, via the new Caledonia Drive on the west side of Godwin’s Furniture. “The Commons is a development targeted at providing the community with continuity of care in a supportive business environment,” said the announcement on Monday, June 29. Opening remarks will begin at 4 p.m. under The Commons tent, with ribbon cutting ceremonies held at HDI Shiawassee Community Health Center at 4:45 p.m. and The Meadows at 5:30 p.m. Additionally, representatives from the Shiawassee County Medical Care Facility will be on-site with renderings of their new facility planned for a 10-acre site in The Commons just north of Home Depot, and expected to open in late 2016, replacing Pleasant View in Corunna. Light refreshments and tours will be available. (Independent Photos/BILL CONSTINE) MATTHEW ALLEN (left) is the recipient of the $1,000 scholarship award by the Shiawassee Regional Chapter No. 1970 of the Military Order of the Purple Heart for the 2015-16 academic year, presented by Chapter Commander Tom Wetzel (right). Matthew is attending Washtenaw Community College with plans for double majors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences. Matthew’s grandfather, John Edward Allen, was awarded the Purple Heart Medal after being wounded during the Korean War. (Courtesy Photo) Vendors & Concessio ns Rides & Games The Durand Rotary Club held its annual dinner at the Owosso Country Club on Tuesday, June 30, PASSING OF THE GAVEL – The 2014-2015 the last day of their 2014- Durand Rotary President George Polen passed 2015 year. Outgoing the president’s gavel to President-elect Mary President George Polen Warner-Stone during the year-end rotary dinner recognized each of the at the Owosso Country Club on June 30. Warnerclub’s 24 members in- Stone, who is the Director of Durand Union Stadividually, presented a tion, Inc., took possession of the gavel and began “year in review” slide- her duties on July 1. She said that she “does not show, recognized nine know what the next 12 months have in store” for her, but she is excited to devote herself to the club Rotary veterans, honored and the community. six Paul Harris Fellows (Independent Photos/graham sturgeon) and passed the president’s gavel to incoming President-Elect Mary Warner-Stone. Polen presided over the club during a year that saw many positive accomplishments for the club. The club added four new members and exceeded their fundraising goals for the year. The club accomplished their goal of increasing their membership by 10 percent, and they also gave thousands of dollars to community and international organizations. They donated $3,479 to Rotary International throughout the year, $7,600 to local organizations and a whopping $7,836 to the Durand Area Schools’ Backpack Program in December. “It has been a busy, but rewarding, year,” Polen said during the dinner. “Conditions in the county are improving, but there are still many people who are struggling to pay their bills. We needed to help families and children this year and that is where we focused our efforts.” The president’s gavel was passed to Durand Union Station, Inc. Director Mary Warner-Stone near the end of the ceremony and she pledged her service to the club. She gave an emotional speech to the members in the room, as she talked about how her late father inspired her to give more of herself to others. She also announced that the theme for 2015-2016 is “Be a gift to the world.” The club honored Stephanie Boyer, Richard Clarke, Richard Misner, Tim Shaw, Pat Post and George Polen with Paul Harris Fellow status during the dinner, and Post became a member of the Paul Harris Society as well. In addition to those six honorees, the club also recognized nine members as rotary veterans. Owen Rood (63 years of service), Cloyse Lundie (49 years), Richard Misner (39 years), Ed Hatherill (34 years), Mike McKenney (34 years), Rajiva Tirtha (29 years), Lynn Markland (21 years), Leslie Dietrich (19 years) and Cindy Weber (eight years) were all recognized with the honor. While she was already having a big night, Rotary International Assistant Governor Pat Post was announced as the District Governor Nominee for 2015-2016 during the dinner as well. Outgoing Governor Delores Brock informed the crowd that Post will be the first SLOAN’S August 4 - August 8 GRANDSTAND EVENTS IN PAVILION Tuesday, Wednesday Tuesday...Figure 8 & Demolition Derby & Thursday Wednesday...Michigan Mini-Horse Pull Good County Music Thursday...Moto-Cross with Country Ways Friday...Monster Truck Show & Off The Wall Band Saturday...Broken Horn Rodeo bands Friday & Saturday Animal Oasis every day on grounds! Tim Evans & Silverado Express! (Big Rock Amusements) Pay One Price Admission Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday $10 Friday & Saturday $12 s Mega Pas $ 40 Continued on Page 8 OWOSSO STADIUM SEATING Tuesday Movie Tickets Are $5.00 for Most Movies FOR SHOWTIMES & TICKET INFORMATION WWW.NCGMOVIES.COM OR CALL 989-723-7469 314 E. Comstock St. Page 8 The South Independent • Sunday, July 5, 2015 Durand Rotary Celebrates 76 Years of Service Continued from Page 7 Durand Rotarian to be named District Governor. Post will spend the first year of her three-year term as the “nominee,” before transitioning into the full role by year three. Brock also spoke about the success the Durand club has achieved over the past year and how they stack up to other rotary clubs in the area. She pointed out that only 11 clubs in the 32-club district received the Presidential Citation from Rotary International, and that the Durand club was one of the select few. “Our district has a lot going for it, and your club is one of them,” Brock said. “This is a club doing good in the world and in your community. Your club makes our district look good.” Letter to the Editor Continued from Page 5 RESD, 1025 N. Shiawassee Street in Corunna, noon to 3 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday, July 18 and 19. In addition to the judges awarding 88 prizes, the public will have an opportunity to vote on a People’s Choice Award. The People’s Choice voting is conducted during the viewing hours of the artwork with donations collected at the showing awarded to the prizewinners. An awards presentation is scheduled for 3:15 p.m. Sunday, July 19. People are asked to tell others about the auction and contest to help spread the word since this is the first year of what will be an annual event to promote God in our community. This effort is not affiliated with any church and is sponsored by local businesses, organizations and individuals through the efforts of GodandGov.org. The online auction starts at noon today, July 5 and goes until the end of the art showing at 3 p.m. Sunday, July 19. More information about the auction, contest and sponsors can be found at GodandGov.org. George Schultz, New Haven Township Repubs Meeting The Shiawassee County GOP executive committee will meet at 7 p.m. July 9 at Great Start Shiawassee, 114 W. North Street in SPECIAL USE PERMIT HEARING VENICE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Owosso. Persons should July 13, 2015 park and enter in the 7:00 P.M. 960 New Lothrop Road back of building. The Lennon, MI 48849 meeting room is downPhone 810-621-4096 stairs. Members are enMailing address is Venice Township Planning Commission, P.O. Box 222, couraged to attend. The Lennon, MI 48449. Correspondence concerning this special use permit may be sent to this address. public is welcome. highlight CLASSES 1940 through whenever, anyone who ever attended/graduated from or worked at Mary Crapo/Swartz Creek high schools, reunion will be Friday, July 10, Cobblestone Lounge, 7490 Fenton Road, Flint, (810) 232-0810. Lunch at noon, choose from menu. Social hour before and after lunch. Doors open at 11 a.m. “Let me know if you cannot attend by Tuesday, July 7,” said Erma Parks, 816 Broken Ridge Drive, Lansing, MI, 48917-8855, (517) 323-2296. “If you can’t commit in advance, you can still attend. Please do.” Gas Tank Renu Gas Tanks R epaired eplaced econditioned AUTO, TRUCK, FARM, R.V. 7415 Grove St., Swartz Creek (2 blocks S. of Miller off Morrish) 800-571-8840 Applicant / Owner: Beth Rzepecki, 15234 Murray Rd., Byron, MI Parcel #: 78-008-10-300-001, Section 10 Zoning district: A-1, Agricultural Production Site Location: 1210 N. Durand Rd., Corunna, Michigan, Venice Township Applicant’s reason for special use permit: Special land use and site plan approval for a seasonal farm market and associated entertainment. The application, map, and zoning ordinance may be examined at the Shiawassee County Zoning Office, 201 Shiawassee Street, 3rd Floor Surbeck Building, Corunna, MI 48817, Phone 989-743-2396. The offi ce is open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. A legal description of the property may be obtained at the office. Secretary, Allison L. Eicher 989-666-7967 ATTENTION: 4-H and FFA Group Leaders! Shiawassee Fair Editorial Request! At the Morrice Senior Center The calendar for the Morrice Senior Center of the Shiawassee Council on Aging includes: noon Wednesday, July 8, a senior potluck; Monday, July 13, for the Alzheimer’s Support Group; Wednesday, July 15, a podiatrist by appointment only. The Morrice Senior Center will be closed Friday, July 17, since that is the day of the annual Senior Picnic for all three centers. Reservations are required. Saturday, July 18, the Site Committee will have a Bake Sale at the IGA in Perry; 1 to 2 p.m. Monday, July 20, there will be free blood pressure readings; Wednesday, July 22, there will be a movie; noon Monday, July 27, for the Alzheimer’s Support Group. Deadline is this The Independent Newsgroup is seeking all 4-H and FFA groups for information to be included in our 2015 Shiawassee County Fair publication. The deadline to submit information for this publication is July 15. This will be the last day to be included in this year’s publication! Current photo of your group, member names (listed in order in photo), an update of what your club or FFA group has done throughout the year and what your club members will be entering in this year’s 2015 Fair is the information we need from each group. You may submit this information either through e-mail: [email protected] OR drop it off at the office located at 1907 W. M-21 in Owosso. For further information contact Karen Mead-Elford at (989) 723-1118. Three special programs will be held next week as part of the Every Hero Has a Story children’s summer reading program at the Durand Memorial Branch of the Shiawassee District Library. Tie-dying shirts, story hour and Lego day are all scheduled and each program will count towards a summer reading badge. The tie-dye shirts program will be 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 7. Children will need to bring their own shirts and register in advance for the program. All dye materials will be provided. Attending the program will also count for the Back in Time badge for summer reading. NAME BRAND TIRES FOR LESS! • FIRESTONE • GOODYEAR • KELLY • BRIDGESTONE • MICHELIN • HANKOOK • PIRELLI 19143129 158 GM Chr ys • Ford ler We Ca or Impor t r Repla r y Your ceme Tires! nt ! 19195537 GY Eagle words LS-2 Integrity BLK 215/70R15 $ 99 225/50R18 $ 99 122 Hurry! July 15 Families are welcome to join Marissa for family story time on the lawn behind the library at 11 a.m. Friday, July 10. Marissa will entertain with books and stories, and there will be an easy craft to complete. This program will count towards the Food badge. Lego day will be 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 11. Children are invited to build Lego designs using the library’s kits. The library staff will also assist children with creating an animation video of their Lego creations to help complete their Entertainment badge. For more information on summer reading or to register for the tiedye program, persons may call the library, (989) 288-3743. A full schedule of events can also be found on the library’s website at www.sdl.lib.mi.us. At the Durand Library 19304454 Explorer+ 87 EA. 19240641 19111751 FR 710 195/60R15 235/65R16 99 $ $ 99 $ 73 EA. 105 EA. Eagle LS-2 EA. 19145377 BS Dueler Alenza HL 12199 EA. $17999 EA. WWW.MYCERTIFIEDSERVICE.COM 2010 E. Main St., Owosso 989-725-8106 866-251-7304 www.mycertifiedservice.com WWW.YOUNGAUTOSALES.COM Healthy Eating, Living The Community District Library will host the MSU Extension Eat Healthy-Be Active program for adults during two five-week sessions. Classes will be one hour each week at the Perry Branch, phone (517) 625-3166 beginning at 6 p.m. July 8 and also beginning 6 p.m. July 9 at the Corunna/Caledonia Branch, phone (989) 743-4800. Pre-registration is required. Participants will learn to make healthy eating a part of an active lifestyle. For more information, persons may call Candy at the MSU-Shiawassee Extension office, (989) 743-2252. highlightS FREE Kids Group at The Child Abuse Prevention Council, 1216 W. Main (M-21), Owosso, noon to 1:30 p.m. July 22 for youngsters ages 9, 10 and 11. Activities include: lunch, games, crafts and prizes. Topics include: Communication skill The South Independent • Sunday, July 5, 2015 Page 9 ARTISTRY was demonstrated by children decorating cupcakes to complete a quest toward the Foodie Badge at the Byron Branch of the Community District Library. CDL’s Summer Badge Blast program continues through July 25. For information about events at all seven locations of CDL, persons may visit www.mycdl.org. (Courtesy Photo) building, problem solving and teamwork. To reserve a child’s spot, persons need to call (989) 723-5877 and ask for Taylor or Marvel. will be Sunday, July 19. For more information, persons may call Cloyse Lundie, (989) 288-2995, or Thomas Oliver, (989) 239-4570. DURAND Sportsman’s Club will host CCW/ CPL classes at the club, on Prior Road near Durand. The CPL/CCW class, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., BLOOD DRIVE by the American Red Cross at Laingsburg, 1 to 6:45 highlight p.m. July 20 at St. Isidore FREE Medical Clinic Catholic Church, 310 for the uninsured offered Crum Street. in Suite 101, 818 W. King, The Professional Building. The clinic entrance and parking is on the north side of the Mitchell Center for REAL ESTATE AUCTION Tuesday July 21, 2015 at 6:00pm Previews: Sat. 7/11 10am-3:00pm Tues. 7/14 2-6:00pm Health and Education. Persons may walk in 7 to 11 a.m. on specific Saturdays: July 18, Aug. 1, Aug. 15, Sept. 5 and Sept. 19. Shiawassee Free Medical Clinic is a nonprofit public charity pursuant to Section 501(c)3 and Michigan Statute, MCL 333.16277. Donations and contributions to the Shiawassee Free Medical Clinic are tax-exempt. For more, persons may call (989) 720-7866, or email, [email protected]. Mid-Michigan Equine Services, PLLC Laura Pylman, DVM Providing quality veterinary care to the Michigan horse community. • 24hour Emergency Care • Reproduction • General Medicine • Lameness • Dentistry • Pre-Purchase 517-651-1234 Full-Time Employment Opportunity Class A CDL Driver 2014 Average Salary $66,000 Starting Rate: $18.00 per hour with Annual Wage Progression to achieve top Pay of $23.80 per hour Overtime Paid After 8 Hours Daily Average Route: 12 hours/day Martin-Brower of St. Johns, has immediate openings available for Class A CDL Drivers. Looking for individuals that are able to work various hours and days. Work schedule includes many weekends and holidays. We dispatch local routes out of this facility with limited overnights. 9026 Nichols Rd. Gaines, 10 acres, 50’ x 120’arena, 30’ x 60’ barn, 24’ x 30’ barn, 6’x10’ milk house, 1700 sq. ft., Farm House 3 bds, 1 bth. Call! 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The Independent Newsgroup is currently interviewing for one full-time representative. • Outside Sales Experience - 40hr/wk. • Knowledge of Shiawassee County • Advertising/Ad Sales Experience Preferred This position is perfect for sales pros who LOVE OUTSIDE SALES and enjoy helping their clients. If you appreciate hard work, products that deliver RESULTS and additional opportunities to generate revenue, we might be meant for each other. Please submit a resume Subject: I Love Sales To: [email protected] Sales Manager 1907 W. M-21, Owosso, MI 48867 HELP WANTED Competitive Wage Progression Plan Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Company Paid Life Insurance and AD&D Company Paid Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Account Options 401 (K) Education Assistance PTO (Paid Time Off) Accrual Plan 8 Paid Holidays Water Fire Smoke Wind Mold HELP WANTED Martin-Brower offers competitive wages along with an attractive array of benefits. We are committed to offering benefit packages that contribute to our employees’ total compensation and personal well-being, including: HELP WANTED Qualifications: Must Possess Class A CDL Clean MVR Minimum 1 Year Commercial Driving Experience or Equivalent experience in the military. Excellent Customer Service Skills Required Laingsburg, MI Please - No Phone Calls to the St. Johns location. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED Page Page 10 10 The The North South Independent Independent •• Sunday, Sunday, July July 5, 5, 2015 2015 The Independent Newsgroup +3 -, -, E-mail: [email protected] Sunday Deadline: Thursday Noon • Wednesday Deadline: Monday 3pm Call 989-723-1118 Main Office: 1907 W. M-21, Owosso 3"!43! 4""!5"Q+E6) -I ,,,-89;-,:9= +3 -, + "/& 43!" 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