Postal Customer Volume 31 • Number 41 www owossoindependent.com ARLA LOUKS (seated), manager of the First Merit Bank North office at Owosso for a number of years, retired as of Friday, Feb. 6, pausing here that afternoon with the office’s new manager, Jane Miller (standing), who had been manager of the bank’s East office, then transferred to the North last year when the offices consolidated. Louks began her career in July 1976 with First Federal of Owosso, Main at Park, then headed by President Jim Dingwall with Vice President Gordon Parkinson. On July 7, 1986, she joined Republic Bank, headed by founder Jerry D. Campbell, at the East office. She became manager of the North office in 1995 when it was Republic, www which merged with Citizens and recently mergedowossoindependent.com with First Merit. Jane Miller, a Flushing native, owned a 7/11 store on Calkins Road in Flint for 24 years. With the bank for nearly 13 years, she started at Fenton, then became the East office’s manager for Republic Bank prior to the merger with Citizens. Earlier this year, she had transferred from the M-52 office to Bristol Road, then was asked to return to Owosso when Louks’ retirement was announced. “I look forward to coming to work every day!” said the brightly smiling Miller. Louks was born in Jackson. Since her father was with Consumers, they moved to Bay City, then when she was 8, to Owosso. She and her husband Tom, childhood sweethearts, recently celebrated their 40th anniversary. They have three adopted grown sons and a new grandson. Arla and Tom have operated Louks Catering about 35 years and have just built a commercial at their Caledonia wwwkitchenowossoindependent.com Township home. “I’m looking forward to having more time with my family, and a new endeavor,” said Louks with a large smile. (Independent Photo/BILL CONSTINE) LEONARD J. KRAWCZYK I, 72, of Owosso, died Saturday morning at McLaren Hospital in Flint. At the time of his death, he had owned Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Owosso for several decades and was co-owner of The Iron Horse Pub of Durand, also for several decades. Hillcrest is being operated by its superintendent, Al Langdon of Owosso. It was 30 years ago, in September 1985, that he founded The Independent with a News and Sales office at Ball and Mason in downtown Owosso and production services through The AdVisor in Durand. By March 1988, Michael Flores became a co-publisher and they purchased The AdVisor, merging the operations. In the late 1990s Leonard’s share of the company was purchased by Flores, becoming sole Publisher of The Sunday Independent, The Durand Independent, The Wednesday Independent and The Perry Independent. Born in Lincoln Township of Arenac County, he graduated from Standish/Sterling High School. He earned an associate’s degree from Delta College, then attended Michigan State University. He married the former Charlotte Compeau on July 27, 1963. He resided most of his life in the Burton (Flint suburb) and Owosso areas. An active member of the Durand Lions Club, he was proud of his service with the group. In lieu of flowers, donations were suggested to the Durand Lions Club. Entombment has taken place at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. His survivors include his wife, Charlotte, of Burton; son Leonard and Nicki Krawczyk of February 18, 2015 SRI Non Profit Org U.S. Postage Owosso, MI 48867 Permit No. 99 The 2013 ArtPrize Winner, Ann Loveless & Steve Loveless Exhibiting at the Shiawassee Arts Center Owosso; daughter Lorrice Miles of Grand Blanc; his sister Louise Percival of Arizona as well as brother John and Meg Krawczyk; grandchildren Jared Miles, Paityn Miles, Alex Krawczyk and Evan Krawczyk. He was predeceased by his parents, John and Helen (Krupa) Krawczyk and sister Verna (Krawczyk) Jurek. Arrangements were by Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in association with Scarlett Mowen Funeral Home. (Courtesy Photo) Husband and wife artists, Steve and Ann Loveless of Frankfort, Mich. are exhibiting at the Shiawassee Arts Center through March 22 with their show “From Photography to Art Quilts.” The reception to meet the artists will be 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, at the Arts Center, 206 Curwood Castle Drive in Owosso, with refreshments and music. SAC offers 20 percent off one featured show item during the reception. The exhibit is sponsored by the Cook Family Foundation. (Courtesy Photo) *A degree in clothing and textile with emphasis in art from Michigan State University, in addition to a love of sewing and fabric all of her life, Ann has found her calling in art quilts which utilizes her sewing and art talent. She is able to capture the beauty of Northern Michigan in her large art Continued on Page 5 The Independent Newsgroup • 1907 W. M-21, Owosso, Michigan 48867 • (989) 723-1118 • (989) 288-3196 • Fax (989) 725-1834 • e-mail: [email protected] Page 2 The Wednesday Independent • Wednesday, February 18, 2015 Letters to the Editor Editor, The Independent: The Owosso Public Schools Board of Education would like to start out by saying “Thank you” to our community for their willingness to listen and to respond so readily to the needs of our students. Our parents, staff, businesses and citizens have taken our children into their hearts in so many ways by saying “yes” when they have been asked to support our students through the gift of their time and resources. Now we are asking for our community to support our students and our community in a way in which they have not been asked to do for twenty-seven years (1988 was the last time that our community had any debt payments for Owosso Public Schools facilities). On Feb. 24, 2015 our community will be asked to vote on a bond proposal to support the renovation of the existing facilities, and more, for the students and the community of Owosso Public Schools. The bond proposal has been carefully thought out to meet the needs of not only our students, but of our community now and well into the future. We are proud of our school district and our community for what we have been able to accomplish, but we believe that it is time to give our students and community the facilities that demonstrate our community pride and that meet the needs of a 21st Century learning environment. In addition, we are also being given the opportunity to honor those that said “yes” to this kind of investment more than 27 years ago by fulfilling their promise to our students and community to continue investing in the heart of our community, the students in our schools. This kind of investment continues to reap benefits far beyond any measure. Again, thank you for all that you do and we look forward to your support on Feb. 24 as we move our community forward with yet another resounding “yes” to our students and community. President Tim Jenc, Vice President Rick Mowen Secretary Shelly Ochodnicky, Treasurer Cheryl Paez Trustees Marlene Webster, Janice Opanasenko-Lubkin and General Grant Editor, The Independent: Here are several reasons to vote “No” at the special election Tuesday, Feb. 24, on the Owosso Public Schools $54 million, 30-year bond issue carrying a 6.37 property tax increase this year if it is approved. I have read several letters submitted with varying views of the Owosso Public Schools bond issue. I worked for the Owosso Public Schools for 36 years and I know the infrastructure a lot better than most. Some of the letters being written seem to think a brand-new building will create better education for students. Letters have been submitted stating that if we build a Big Bold New Building we may get School of Choice transfers for students. We may get a few transfers, but at a huge cost to the taxpayers of this district. I am sure everyone saw the pages upon pages of homes that are being sold for unpaid property taxes – and it will Providing Positive Impact To Your Finances Individual Tax Services Business Services Small Business Accounting Quickbooks Support Financial Audits and Reviews Estate Planning Patrick Gray, Bennington Township Randy Meder Rob Dorcey voglmedercpa.com Kay Lorraine-Lauro, Bennington Township Taxable Value Changes Notices for the 2015 Taxable Value of property in Owosso will be mailed on Friday, Feb. 20, city Assessor Larry Cook has told the City Council. Taxable Value is the basis for millage to be multiplied by in determining property tax bills for July 1 and Dec. 1. In his memo to the city council, Cook noted that countywide the average increase is 9.44 percent for Commercial (stores, businesses and similar uses including restaurants); 3.84 percent for Industrial (specifically manufacturing plants or any facilities classified as industrial); and 2.02 percent for Residential. Due to the Headlee Amendment and other state Constitution provisions, the annual increase in Taxable Value is capped at the Consumer Price Index of 1.6 percent. That “capped” aspect of property taxes on each parcel is in place until there is a sale, then it is “uncapped” and the accumulated change occurs for the new owner. Local assessors can more fully explain this to property owners who have questions. 7495 Orchard Street, New Lothrop; adults, $5; children, $2; all you can eat. The suppers are normally the third Wednesday of each month, September through May. Editor, The Independent: SOUP AND PIE Supper, 4:30 Shiawassee County cannot afford to maintain their to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. buildings while Shiawassee Township and Owosso Town- 18, at the First United Methship can afford to build new township/fire hall complexes odist Church of New Lothrop, in excess of a million dollars each. At Owosso Township’s Feb. 9 meeting a resident asked how they can do that without a vote of the people. Good Catering • Carryout question. Supervisor Miller stated they had saved the Family Meals To Go money, they didn’t have to ask for more taxes to do it, they had enough money saved for it. 1250 E. M-21, Owosso He seemed quite proud of that. Interesting. Does that 989-723-9770 mean taxes approved for other things were diverted into this savings fund? Did the taxpayers know this savings Save time. Order Online at www.BobEvans.com fund existed? This seems like a sneaky rotten way to circumvent the voters. Maybe the voters don’t want a new township complex. Too bad, they are going to get one. Shiawassee Township held a special meeting and at least allowed those who attended to vote on it. Ummmm, that doesn’t sound quite right either. Seems to me both should be put to the vote of all of $ 5 Quart of Soup To Go the voters in their respective township. Then, again, if the townships have money to throw around like this, why isn’t *ask about addtl. toppings the county figuring out a way to get a piece of it? Presents COMEDY NIGHT/ DATE NIGHT $7 Advance • $12 Day of Show Bob Vogl Some counties have put the cost of road patrol on the townships. Sounds like a good idea to me. The townships are the main beneficiary of road patrol (if you can call it that – I, personally have not had much use for them). No matter how you cut it, it is just wrong that townships have money to spend on “luxuries,” without voter approval, while the county is falling apart at the seams. HIGHLIGHT 2015 Shows Mar 20 Apr 17 Featuring Princess of Parodies Traci Kanaan Take Time to FRI, FEB 20TH, 2015 ~ 9pm 215 Mason St., Owosso ph: 989-723-8171 fax: 989-723-2561 2162 Commons Parkway Okemos ph: 517-347-9931 fax: 517-347-9932 get worse. Homeowners will see their monthly payment go up $50 a month to $200 a month if you use the school district’s formula. And these costs will be passed on by landlords to their tenants. They have to. They cannot be expected to take the heavy hit for this. The last time we were faced with a similar question, the economy was at a higher level. There were jobs. This area has lost thousands of jobs by the closing of factories. Our local economy is not recovering as fast as other areas. I understand the School Board members would like to get their names on a Bronze Plaque at the entrance of the Big Bold new School. Every school has one of those plaques – and I think it is nice that a person from another school district is asking us to vote “Yes” and increase our property taxes. It’s absurd to think families will move here because we have a New Big Bold Building. They may move here for good middle-class jobs, and to Mr. (Tom) Ford, we have worked on several projects together in the past, I can assure you that this work will come from other areas – Grand Rapids, South Lyon, Saginaw – it will not be local contractors doing the work. All the Sinking Fund projects that have been completed, the general contractors came in from other communities. Mr. Ford, ask the school board for a list of contractors that have worked on the Sinking Fund projects. Here is a question for the Owosso school board: If you want elementary schools air conditioned, why have Sinking Fund monies not been used for this? Traci shares her unique blend of stand up comedy and song parodies in clubs all around our country! Relax & Laugh! More Info capitolbowl.net 989-725-7717 If you drive, like people, and want to do something meaningful... Consider Volunteer Driving! Working with Transportation Solutions, you can make a difference to people everyday! As a volunteer driver you will help people who do not have access to personal transportation. Drivers are reimbursed for gas mileage and provided additional liability insurance. The program is extremely flexible and works around your schedule. If you are interested, feel free to contact us for more information! 989-725-9303 [email protected] The Wednesday Independent • Wednesday, February 18, 2015 Wildlife Identification: Focus on Reptiles With technological advances in our daily lives, many once-common life skills have been lost. Among these is the ability to identify local wildlife. The Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road in Okemos is here to help with that. They are holding a program on Michigan Reptile Identification at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22. There is a $3 per person or $7 per family fee due at the time of the program. “During this program we will show people ways to identify Michigan reptiles using live specimens to show the variation in characteristics and specific adaptations to habitats,” said Kati Adams, Harris Nature Center Park naturalist. HIGHLIGHTS HELPING – The 31st annual Diabetes Charity by the Owosso Eagles will be at the Clubhouse, 308 N. Washington, downtown Owosso, 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22. It begins with a Swiss Steak Dinner, 1 to 5 p.m. with tickets at $9. That will be followed by music by Helen Ann, 50/50s, raffles, a silent auction and more. FREE Head Start preschool now enrolling children three to five years old. Persons may call (989) 723-5849 to complete an application. $54 Million, 30-Year Bond Issue Chamber Board of Directors Supports Bond Proposal Submitted by the Chamber The Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has chosen to support the Owosso Public Schools bond proposal, which will be considered by school district voters in a special election Tuesday, Feb. 24. It is important to support this initiative at this time for a number of reasons. The cost of financing is favorable and the construction industry is recovering, but is still at a point where cost-efficient bids can be obtained, according to Jeff Deason, Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce President/CEO. Additionally, the area is rebounding economically and as it continues to do so, the chamber believes it is important to have school systems that attract families to the region. Studies have shown that better school facilities provide an increase in property values, which benefits all residents, not just those with school age children, Deason added. “Another important factor to employers is the ability to create a talent pipeline from our schools to the jobs in the region,” Deason emphasized. “Laws regarding Core Curriculum standards in Michigan have changed recently, giving kids more options to engage in Career and Technical Education (CTE). “Owosso Public Schools has been actively working with community business leaders and creating partnerships to determine the best options for serving our business community. Not every child will go to college, but that doesn’t mean he or she can’t receive relevant training for technical and manufacturing jobs that provide good income. Our desire is to give those kids a reason to stay in our community and raise a family here. That talent pipeline will become even more important in the next few years as the baby boomers continue to retire and leave positions that will need to be filled.” The chamber sees a great opportunity for redevelopment of the current middle school facility, an endeavor that would be cost-prohibitive to the school district but maybe not to a for-profit investor who could be eligible for different types of financing. “There have already been some interesting proposals for re-use of the building,” said Randy Woodworth, president, Woodworth Commercial, “and we look forward to those possibilities. With the Armory project, Mueller Building project and the upcoming Lincoln School redevelopment project, there is a tremendous transformation happening in this portion of Owosso.” The chamber of commerce supports the Owosso High School, renovate the high OPS bond proposal and we encourage school, add a new 8 lane swimming pool our citizens to see the value of this proj- to the north side of the building, add a ect and support it as well with a “Yes” new 1,000-seat auditorium to the front vote on Feb. 24. side of OHS, upgrade technology, work on For more information on the bond, visit elementary school buildings and air conwww.moveowossoforward.com. Chamber dition all buildings to prepare for yearinformation can be found at www.shiawas- round school. The proposed bond issue, seechamber.org. if approved Feb. 24, carries a 6.37 mill The Shiawassee Regional Chamber of property tax increase this year. Commerce advances the economic success Earlier this year, the Cook Family of our community by aligning information Foundation announced that “if” voters and resources and investing in people who approve the bond issue, the Foundation create the future. We’re About Community! will give the school system $1 million; $500,000 to change the OHS 6-lane pool The Independent Newsgroup (Editor’s Note: The $54 •million, 30-year • • 989-723-1118into • • •a community pool and add restrooms bond issue was announced lastIndependent fall by Newsgroup for it; also $500,000 for Owosso Public Facebook: Supt. Dr. Andrea Tuttle, towww.owossoindependent.com build a Mid- Schools CTE (Career and Technical Edudle School addition on the west side of cation) programs.) We’re About Community! 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Commissioners Jeff Bartz of Bennington Township and John Plowman of Perry obviously are continuing their disrespect and rudeness to the general public at the monthly meetings. This past behavior was a major impetus for the People’s Choice Committee to form and elect new leadership. This continuing behavior was especially evident at the last board meeting on Feb. 12. I believe there are two ways to do things to try to make yourself look good: be an asset and pat yourself on the back, or knock the other person down...be a part of the solution, or obstruct anything positive. What we critically need now is cooperation and an ability to rise above petty anger. In addition, their angry refusal to give this new board a chance to govern and do the necessary work is purely counterproductive. We need all seven commissioners doing the work (not five, as is currently being done), and representing the constituents who just re-elected them. If they find that this is personally impossible for them to do, then they need to exercise the only decent option left to them...please, do all of us a huge favor, and resign from their public office. There are many citizens in our county who still see this as an honorable position, and would be more than willing to represent their constituents. This county government’s last decade has shown a steady decline in accountability/ ethics and common sense. Give this new board a fighting chance, or walk away! Barb Clatterbaugh, Owosso Past commissioner, board chair The Independent Editor, The Independent: Owosso Main Street is excited to announce that 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 2, at the Comstock Inn & Conference Center in downtown Owosso, Susan Shaddox of Main Street Arkansas will be bringing her years of merchandising experience right here to downtown Owosso for a Retail Merchandising Workshop. This free workshop is brought to downtown Owosso, courtesy of Michigan Main Street. This workshop is an advanced-level workshop open to the following participants: *Traditional commercial district merchants Friday Fish Fry 5-8pm Shiawassee Conservation Association 4247 N. M-52 Owosso (4 Miles North of Town) e In $ 11 Din ~ or ~ o $ 10 To G and business owners. *Downtown and neighborhood commercial district revitalization organizations. *Main Street Economic Restructuring and Design committees. *Local economic development. *Municipalities. *Chamber of Commerce. *Planners, architects and other commercial revitalization advocates. Workshop participants will learn how to: *Develop a favorable first impression of their business by improving their window displays and exterior facades, as well as their in-store graphic images. *Develop floor plans that introduce new products to the customer. This is accomplished by working with traffic patterns to make weak areas stronger and by improving the visual coordination of merchandise, ultimately increasing impulse purchases. *Inexpensively improve the visual appeal of the business with coordinated graphics. *Logically divide the store into departments and merchandise categories so buying ® Watchare foreasier updates decisions to make. These divisions allow retailOur Facebook ® on Facebook ers to discover what customers actually purchase, Page is ain what The Independent quantities, and when these purchases are likely to occur, direct connection Newsgroup ultimately improving profits. to community news, *Utilize existing space effectively tohighlighting create greaterour sales weeklythat newspaper with little financial risk. *Develop models assign valpublications! and ues to the visual or artistic aspects of merchandising, how to use these models in conjunction with the inventory The Independent planning aspect of merchandising. 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Thank you all, Josh Adams, Main Street Manager Newsgroup Owosso Main Street The Independent Newsgroup Serving Shiawassee County And Surrounding Areas For The Past 15 Years. • Personal Care/Respite • Homemaking Services • Companion Aide • Medication Management • Transportation • 24 Hour Care Tami Espich, Owner 989-743-9223 Tanya Buckelew, Manager 989-277-7195 Staff RN 989-743-9322 www.tendercarehomehealthcare.us Theatre Organ Recital The Flint Theatre Organ Club, celebrating 47 years, will host a recital at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 15, in the MacArthur Recital Hall of the Flint Institute of Music, 1025 E. Kearsley in Flint. “Join us as we bring the mighty “Barton 3-11” pipe organ to life in celebration of the St. Patrick’s Holiday,” said organizers. “Experience Theatre Organ Music, Celtic Singing, Irish Storytelling, Sword Dancing, Bagpippers and a Silent Auction! The day’s event raises awareness and funds to maintain Barton for future generations.” Admission is $25 for adults; $12.50 for children, and includes a full Irish buffet, catered by the Masonic Temple. For reservations, persons may call Pearl Carrels, (810) 653-4972, or Cathy Prevett at the FIM, (810) 237-3122. *The Flint Institute of Music is dedicated to changing lives through a life-long continuum of music, theatre ® Sharethe ourFlint Facebook and dance, Institute of Music includes the Flint Page with your Symphony Orchestra, Flint School of Performing Arts friends and family! and Flint Youth Theatre. A professional orchestra led by world-renowned music director Enrique Diemecke, the The Independent Newsgroup FSO enjoys a more than 90-year history. The FSPA is the eighth largest community arts school in the U.S. and provides outstanding music and dance opportunities for all ages and abilities, and offers tuition assistance. FYT is a nationally-acclaimed, award-winning resident theatre company and drama school, providing inter-generational, live theatre arts since 1957. A nonprofit organization, the FIM receives support from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. HIGHLIGHTS EUCHRE – The St. Paul Catholic Church Altar Society is sponsoring a Euchre fundraiser Sunday, Feb. 22, in Father Kolenski Hall (church basement). Registration starts at 1:15 p.m. with play at 2 p.m. The entry fee is $10 per person; cash prizes and 50/50 raffle. For early signup, persons may call (both 989) Elaine Kuchar, 725-8950, or Jan Franks, 723-5966. Snacks and beverages will be available to purchase. FOOD Pantry and bread distributions 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays at Bethany Bible Baptist Church, 10624 S. State Road, Morrice. Morrice location worship 6 p.m. Sunday and 7 p.m. Wednesday. Persons may call (517) 348-4896 to set pantry appointment. Visit Roma’s This LenTen SeaSon! Lots of Choices! Grilled Cod w/Roasted Peppers Fettuccini Primavera Manicotti Seafood Alfredo North Atlantic Cod Other Meatless Dishes & Children’s Options Too! • Loyalty Rewards Daily Lenten Lunch Specials • Gift Cards Available • Private Parties • Off-Site Catering Open 7 Days 200 E. Comstock, Owosso • 989-725-5767 www.romaspizza.com The Wednesday Independent • Wednesday, February 18, 2015 The 2013 ArtPrize Winner, Ann Loveless & Steve Loveless Exhibiting at the Shiawassee Arts Center Page 5 Volunteer At EXPO Continued from Page 1 quilts. Her subject matter, which includes birch trees, flowers, ferns, sunsets, sparkling water and snow, along with a good use of color, gives her designs a punch. She also uses batik fabrics, yarns, tulle, angelina fiber and thread for texture and depth in her work. Her techniques include “confetti” (mosaic-like, fusible applique), “impressionistic” (layered fabrics under black tulle) and Collage (fusible web applique with free-motion machine stitching). Working from photographs, many of them taken by Steve, Ann creates realistic landscape scenes using any of the three quilting techniques she has developed. She was the 2013 First Place Award winner in the Grand Rapids ArtPrize Competition receiving $200,000 with her four-panel art quilt, “Sleeping Bear Dune Lakeshore.” She states, “My art quilts are a perfect expression of my lifelong love of fabric, sewing and nature. I hope to inspire and share my passion with others.” *Steve is showing his Northern Michigan photographs next to the work his wife has depicted in her art quilts. Growing up in Traverse City and a graduate of Northern Michigan University in the Upper Peninsula with a Fine Arts degree in Cinematography, Steve has always loved movies. His father was an amateur photographer who taught him the basics of black and white photography in a makeshift darkroom in their basement. After graduation, he delved more deeply into darkroom photography and photo serigraphy. In 2001 he converted to digital photography. He explains, “I love to enjoy the outdoors and beauty of Michigan so photographing it is a strong interest for me. I try to photograph the sounds, smells and feelings as well as the vision of what I am experiencing. I don’t like to include people in my photography as a general rule. People are visual noise to me but can, on occasion and sometimes by accident, add a positive dimension to an image.” The Shiawassee Arts Center, 206 Curwood Castle Drive in Owosso, is open 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. It features the artwork of local and statewide artists in eight galleries including the Frieseke Gallery and a specialty Gift Shop. The public is welcome and there is no admission charge. SAC, celebrating its 43rd anniversary in 2015, is a non-profit organization whose mission is to encourRobert Zalokar, CFP®, CPA age participation and appreCertified Financial Planner™ Professional ciation of the arts. For more information, persons may 408 N. Water St. Phone: 989-725-1116 call the Arts Center, (989) Owosso Fax: 989-725-1117 723-8354 or visit www.shiawasseearts.org. “Volunteering at the Shiawassee Home Garden Business EXPO is a great way to network and promote your business!” said Sue Kadlek of the Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce. “The 2015 show will be March 14 and 15 at Owosso High School. “There are numerous volunteer slots available at this event including: front door greeter/ admission money taker; working in the Chamber booth to hand out information; Exit door monitor/greeter; and ticket sellers for Restaurant Row and EXPO 50/50 raffle. Shifts are normally three hours in length and begin at 8:45 a.m. Saturday, March 14, until 4 p.m. On Sunday the show opens at 11 a.m. and closes at 4:30 p.m. “Help network and have fun at the 2015 Home Garden Business Expo!” To volunteer, persons can call Sue Kadlek at the SRCC office, (989) 723-5149, or email at skadlek@ shiawasseechamber.org. ‘Beautiful Baby’ Planning The Curwood Festival will be holding its annual Beautiful Baby Contest on April 11 at the Baker College Welcome Center, 1309 S. M-52, Owosso. Applications, along with a schedule of events for the day, can be found on the Festival’s website, www.curwoodfestival.com. Applicants are asked to postmark their applications no later than March 31. The entry fee is $20. Payment must be made in the form of cashier’s check or money order. No personal checks will be accepted. Instructions for mailing the entry form are on the application. There are absolutely no registrations the day of the contest. The Curwood Festival is a 501(c)4 organization dedicated “to celebrating the life of author/conservationist, James Oliver Curwood, by organizing, promoting, and conducting family events using the efforts and resources of volunteers, businesses, non-profit organizations and governmental units to enhance the economic and community image of Curwood Country.” For further information, persons may contact the Curwood office, (989) 723-2161, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. The office is now in the 200 block of S. Washington, just north of the Water Street intersection and across from Capitol Bowl. Landlords Meet March 3 The Shiawassee Landlords’ Association will meet Tuesday, March 3, at Tony M’s (the former Eddie O’Flynn’s), 2280 W. M-21, Owosso. Dinner and networking will be at 6 p.m. The meeting will be at 7 p.m. with speaker Steve Zemcik, process server/court officer. “He has tips on filling out your paperwork for more effective serving, as well as how and when service is performed. He will also share interesting stories and answer questions,” it was noted. There will be door prizes and a 50/50 drawing. “This meeting is open to all landlords/property managers. For more information, call (989) 723-1183. Last month we had 36 people attending, so it was a good meeting,” said More Photos on Page 7 Betty Harvey of RealChek LLC and RealChek Legal Services, PLC HIGHLIGHTS “I AM Tutoring,” a free tutoring service to the community, expands to First United Methodist Church, 1500 N. Water, Owosso, with an open house and registration 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25. All ages are invited to stop in at this time and learn more about this service. Depending upon interest and requests for tutoring, some prioritization according to need and/or grade level may initially be necessary. Open House guests are requested to enter by the main east doors of the church, where guests will be greeted and directed to the parlor. For more information, persons are asked to call (989) 277-3106. EVENT DELAYED to this Saturday for the “Cheap Date Night.” St. John’s United Church of Christ will be hosting a “Cheap Date for Valentine’s Day” Family event 5:30 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, a week later than planned due to last Saturday’s weather. It will be in the Fellowship Hall. There will be a pork dinner and games. No need to bring anything, but a Love offering is welcome. St. John’s UCC is at the corner of Washington and Oliver streets in Owosso. All welcome. The only certified whole-house Arsenic Reduction filter on the market. Tickets CERTIFIED WATER SPECIALIST 805 W. Main St., Owosso 989-725-5515 Page 6 The Wednesday Independent • Wednesday, February 18, 2015 EXPANDING THEIR SERVICE – “Throughout the school year, students at St. Paul Catholic School in Owosso serve those in need through local food drives, clothing drives, blanket drives, raising money for charitable organizations, etc,” said teacher Brandi Schueller. “Students are taught the importance of not only serving locally, but to expand their services. “The middle school students did that when they took their services to In the Image, a center that offers new and gently-used clothing, house wares, furniture and appliances to people in need. Those who receive the items do not have to make any type of payment. The students, along with their teachers and some parents, helped sort and fold the clothing. Everyone worked very hard and the employees at In the Image were grateful for the help they received. This service activity was part of a November field trip to the Gerald R. Ford Museum in Grand Rapids. “Shown are (from left): Jacob Evon, Allie Pumford and Olivia Dunn as they sort through a clothing bin.” (Courtesy Photo) ‘Howl at the Moon’ Walk for People and Dogs 2XU$GYHUWLVHUV%ULQJ7KLV,VVXHRI Persons can enjoy the full moon while taking a guided walk through the moonlit woods 7KH,QGHSHQGHQW7R<RX of the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road at 7 p.m. Friday, March 6. Dogs are welcome and the group meets in the parking lot. The fee for the walk is $3 per person 2XU$GYHUWLVHUV%ULQJ7KLV,VVXH2I due at the time of the walk. 7KH,QGHSHQGHQW7R<RX “The best part of this walk for me is to see all the different kinds of dogs as we gather before the walk,” said Kit Rich, Harris Nature Center coordinator. “However, it is not 2XU$GYHUWLVHUV%ULQJ7KLV,VVXH2I necessary to have a dog to attend the walk.” 7KH,QGHSHQGHQW7R<RX Participants are reminded that dogs must be on non-retractable leashes and flashlights are permitted but not a necessity. THANKED – Byron Masonic Lodge No. 80 was recognized Tuesday evening during halftime of the Byron Varsity Girls Basketball game against the Atherton Wolverines. Athletic Director Mike Vanderlip introduced Worshipful Master Larry Judson to the spectators and thanked him for the lodge’s contributions to the team’s recent fundraising soup sale. Assistant Coach Ian Zoll presented Judson with a framed team photo signed by each player. Judson is shown (top photo) shaking hands with Ian Zoll as Mike Vander2XU$GYHUWLVHUV lip looks on. In the bottom %ULQJ7KLV,VVXH2I photo, Zoll is shown holding 7KH,QGHSHQGHQW the team photo. (Courtesy Photos) 7R<RX 2XU$GYHUWLVHUV %ULQJ7KLV,VVXH2I 7KH,QGHSHQGHQW 7R<RX We’re About 2XU$GYHUWLVHUV%ULQJ7KLV,VVXHRI7KH,QGHSHQGHQW7R<RX Ken Scott Rita Wesley Sales Representative Sales Representative Sales Representative Sales Representative The Independent Newsgroup Kim Lazar Sales Manager INDEPENDENT BAPTIST The Salvation Army Church 302 E. 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The Wednesday Independent • Wednesday, February 18, 2015 The 2013 ArtPrize Winner, Ann Loveless & Steve Loveless Exhibiting at the Shiawassee Arts Center STEVE and Ann Loveless Page 7 (Courtesy Photos) Skunk Cabbage: the Search for the First Spring Wildflower SAC Beach Sunset Collage by Ann Loveless. HIGHLIGHT EUCHRE Tournament on Friday, Feb. 27, at the Owosso Eagles Clubhouse on N. Washington, downtown Owosso; registration at 5:15 p.m.; play starts at 6 p.m. All proceeds to Hospice Volunteers of Memorial Healthcare. Price is $10 and will include Coney dogs, chips and cookies; Tri-County Well Drilling also, 50/50 tickets will be available. For more, or to sign up early, persons may call Jaytee Morton, (989) 277-0233; Jan Pitt, (989) 277-4386; or Emma Seigel, (989) 277-5944. Join a Park Naturalist at the Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road in Meridian Township, at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 15, for a guided walk to look for the early-blooming Skunk Cabbage plant and other natural phenomena. There is a $3 per person or $7 per family fee due at the time of the program. “The Skunk Cabbage bud radiates heat, melting the snow and ice around it so that it can push up through the frozen ground to be the first wildflower to bloom each year,” said Kati Adams, Harris Nature Center Park naturalist. For more information about this and other programs offered at the Harris Nature Center, persons may contact the Center, (517) 349-3866 or [email protected] and find out more online at www.meridian.mi.us and www.twitter.com/HarrisNatureCnt. 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EUCHRE Tournament fundraiser, sponsored by the Swartz Creek Knights of Columbus, Friday, Feb. 20, at St. Mary’s Church Hall, 4413 Morrish Road, just south of I-69, in Swartz Creek. Registration begins before 6:30 p.m. with play starting by 7 p.m. Cost is $5 per person. For more, persons may call (810) 635-3684. FRESH NEW SALADS Classic Wedge Salad Turkey Cobb Salad BBQ Ranch Tender Salad SATISFYING NEW SANDWICHES Southwest BLT Melt Tuna Melt 3 Cheese -N- Tomato Melt Corned Beef & Swiss Ham & Cheddar Melt Page 8 The Wednesday Independent • Wednesday, February 18, 2015 HIGHLIGHTS SWISS STEAK – Crossroads United Methodist Church will offer the next in its winter series of Swiss steak dinners for the public from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, at the church, corner of Haslett and Zimmer roads east of Haslett and north of Williamston; $9 for adults; children under 10 free. Takeouts are available. At the dinner two names will be drawn for free dinners in March. For more, persons may call the church, (517) 655-1466, email at [email protected], or see the church website, www.crossroadsofwilliamston.org. SUPPORT – Memorial Healthcare will be holding its free sleep apnea support group 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, in the Community Room at Memorial’s Medical Arts Building, 721 N. Shiawassee (M-52), Owosso. This month’s speaker will be Brian Springsdorf from Sobak’s. For additional information, persons may contact Doug Rowden, manager for Neurodiagnostics, at (989) 729-4784. DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP – The Memorial Healthcare Diabetes and Outpatient Nutrition Counseling Center offers individuals the support and expertise of a free Diabetes Support Group. Two group sessions are held each month. The first group meets on the second Friday of each month at the Morrice Senior Center at 1 p.m. at 101 W. Mason in Morrice. Another group meets on the fourth Friday each month at the Durand Senior Center at 1 p.m. at 8750 Monroe Road in Durand. For additional information about diabetes or nutrition counseling services or the Diabetes Support Group, persons may call (989) 729-4712 or 1-800-206-8706, ext. 6655. MORRICE United Methodist Church salad luncheon 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, 989-723-1118 Feb. 26. Homemade salads, biscuits with turkey gravy, dessert and beverage will be available to eat at the church or takeout. Please use the rear entrance and go to the basement – there is now a chair lift available for use. The church is at 204 Main Street in Morrice. All welcome. First meeting free; after that, $32 per year. For questions, persons may call Darla, (989) 666-2731, or Carolyn, (989) 725-6209. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) No. 1381 of Owosso meets 10 a.m. Wednesdays in the Kona Villa Community Room, 1299 S. M-52, Owosso. CURWOOD Castle in Owosso is normally open 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Admission is $2 per adult; $1 per child. 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Absentee Ballots The Owosso City Clerk’s office in City Hall will be staffed until 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, for persons who wish to get an absentee ballot for voting in the Owosso LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THIS PURPOSE. IF YOU ARE IN THE MILITARY, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER LISTED BELOW. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee for any reason. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest, and the purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s attorney. MORTGAGE SALE – Default has been made in the conditions of a certain mortgage made by: Terry L. Davis and Yolanda E. Davis, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Gold Star Mortgage Corp, its successors and assigns, Mortgagee, dated September 10, 2010 and recorded September 15, 2010 in Liber 1151 Page 853 Shiawassee County Records, Michigan. Said mortgage was assigned to: Flagstar Bank, FSB, by assignment dated October 20, 2014 and recorded October 28, 2014 in Liber 1204, Page 121, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Sixty-One Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-Nine Dollars and Three Cents ($61,399.03) including interest 5% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, Circuit Court of Shiawassee County at 10:00AM on February 25, 2015 Said premises are situated in City of Owosso, Shiawassee County, Michigan, and are described as: Lots 24 and 25, Block 33, George T. Abrey’s Woodlawn Park Subdivision, including one half of vacated alley adjacent thereto, City of Owosso, Shiawassee County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 1 of Plats, Page 120. Commonly known as 620 Frazier Ave, Owosso MI 48867 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241 or MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or upon the expiration of the notice required by MCL 600.3241a(c), whichever is later; or unless MCL 600.3240(17) applies. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, under MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: 1/28/2015 Flagstar Bank, FSB, Assignee of Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 15-15923 (01-28)(02-18) NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Ivan G Yoder and Katherine Yoder a/k/a Katie Yoder, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated April 27, 2007, and recorded on May 24, 2007 in Liber 1111 on Page 174, in Shiawassee county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty-Five and 18/100 Dollars ($129,825.18). Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Shiawassee County, at 10:00 AM, on March 18, 2015. Said premises are situated in City of Laingsburg, Shiawassee County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 4, Block 2, The Plat of Weeks Addition to the Village (now City) of Laingsburg, Shiawassee County, Michigan. Also, a part of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 21, in T6N, R1E, in Michigan, described as beginning at the Northeast corner of said Lot 4 in Block 2 of Weeks Addition to the Village (now City) of Laingsburg, thence East along the South line of North Street 31.6 feet, thence South parallel with Crum Street 90 feet, thence West parallel with North Street 28.20 feet to the Southeast corner of said Lot 4, and thence Northerly 90 feet to the place of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: February 18, 2015 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott Law, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Hwy Ste 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 483345422 File #449102F01 (02-18)(03-11) Public Schools special election Feb. 24 on the $54.1 million, 30-year bond issue for a number of facility improvements, many detailed in earlier stories. Persons wanting to vote absentee can contact their local clerk for specifics prior to Saturday, Feb. 21. Each local clerk for townships within the Owosso School District will also have absentee ballots available. In the case of some townships with only a few Owosso School District voters in them, a neighboring township clerk is handling the absentee ballots for the respective locale. Brush Pickup Owosso’s monthly curbside brush pickup will be 7 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25. Persons must call the city, (989) 7250550, before noon Tuesday, Feb. 24, leaving their address for the brush pickup and their name along with a phone number in case there are LEGAL NOTICE any questions. NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by John W Zdunic, a single person, original mortgagor(s), to Ameriquest Mortgage Company, Mortgagee, dated July 23, 2005, and recorded on August 5, 2005 in Liber 1082 on Page 969, and assigned by said Mortgagee to U.S. BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST INC, series 2005-9 as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Shiawassee county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Four Thousand Thirty-Four and 75/100 Dollars ($84,034.75). Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Shiawassee County, at 10:00 AM, on February 25, 2015. Said premises are situated in City of Owosso, Shiawassee County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot Three (3), Block Three (3) of the Plat of H.N. and S.A. Williams Subdivision of Outlot Number 3 of A.L. and B.O. Williams Addition to the City of Owosso, Shiawassee County, Michigan, according to the recorded plat thereof, recorded in Liber 1, Page 108, Shiawassee County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: January 28, 2015 For more information, please call: FC H (248) 593-1300 Trott Law, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Hwy Ste 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-5422 File #447634F01 (01-28)(02-18) 466 words LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. ATTN PURCHASERS: This sale may be rescinded by the foreclosing mortgagee. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited solely to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale, plus interest. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by Nathan A. Hubbard and Amanda M. Hubbard, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Union Planters Bank, N.A. d/b/a Regions Mortgage, Mortgagee, dated February 25, 2005, and recorded on March 3, 2005 in Liber 1075 on Page 228, and assigned by said Mortgagee to Everbank as assignee as documented by an assignment, in Shiawassee county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Five Thousand Five Hundred Seventeen and 41/100 Dollars ($85,517.41). Under the power of sale contained in said mortgage and the statute in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the place of holding the circuit court within Shiawassee County, at 10:00 AM, on March 4, 2015. Said premises are situated in City of Durand, Shiawassee County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 85, except the East 5 feet “Plat of Manfred Subdivision No. 2” as recorded in Liber 14 Page (s) 267 of Plats, Shiawassee County Records. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of the Revised Judicature Act of 1961, pursuant to MCL 600.3278 the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Dated: February 4, 2015 For more information, please call: FC J (248) 593-1311 Trott Law, P.C. Attorneys For Servicer 31440 Northwestern Hwy Ste 200 Farmington Hills, Michigan 483345422 File #333669F04 (02-04)(02-25) 458 words Page 9 Code on Garbage Cans Owosso’s Code allows garbage cans to be placed in front of a home only on the day of collection – not left there after the day of collection, or placed in front of a home the day before collection, or for several days. Enforcement may be done by police under the Code. Violation can mean ticketing and/or a fine. Scouts Connect with Nature at the Harris Nature Center The Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road in Meridian Township, has badge programs for Webelos Cub Scouts and Junior Girl Scouts this spring. This is an opportunity for scouts to earn their outdoor badges from the professional staff at the Harris Nature Center. Scouts may enroll as individuals or as a troop or den. The fee is $4.50 per scout. Webelos Cub Scouts can earn their Geologist pin March 14 and Junior Girl Scouts can earn their Flowers Legacy Badge April 18. Both badge workshops are on Saturdays at 10 a.m. and last two hours. “Boy Scout and Girl Scout programs are rich with outdoor experiences for children,” said Kati Adams, Park naturalist, “and the Harris Nature Center is pleased to be able to help them with that by teaching many of the outdoor and nature badges.” Groups of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts on all age levels can arrange a separate date for any of the outdoor badges, by contacting the Harris Nature Center office at (517) 349-3866 or [email protected]. HIGHLIGHTS THE Friends of Oak Hill Cemetery Informational meeting will be 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, at Hardee’s Restaurant conference room, Main (M-21) at Dewey in Owosso. All interested in supporting the preservation and restoration of Oak Hill Cemetery are welcome to attend. For more information, persons are asked to call (989) 277-4217. 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Interested parties should call Terri Edenburn at 989-288-5060. Applications accepted until the positions are filled. THE INDEPENDENT NEWSGROUP is expanding our sales team. We are looking for sales-minded, successful cadidates. Qualified candidates need to be able to multitask and be goal-oriented. Must be a self-starter, energetic and motivated. Send resume and coverletter to: Sales Manager 1907 W. M-21, Owosso, MI 48867 170 Help Wanted ROUTE DRIVERS NEEDED for the Perry area. Must be dependable. Please call 989-288-3196 for more information. THE INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPERS are brought to you by our valued advertisers. Tell them thank you and that you found them in the INdependent! WANTED RECEPTIONIST/M.A. BUSY family medical practice searching for full-time medical receptionist/M.A. Job requirements: must be friendly&energetic, team-player with good work ethic. Previous medical receptionist & MA expericence. Full-time with benefits. 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Stop in to pick up an application. 1200 Penbrook Dr. Owosso 989-723-1331 OWOSSO-2 BEDROOM, $440/MONTH + utilities. No Smoking, No Pets. 989-288-3575 PERRY: 2 BEDROOM, 1 bath. New carpeting, patio, appliances. Call 517-749-7433. 395 Page 11 Rentals SHAFTSBURG: 1&2 BEDROOMS. Free heat & water. $600-$700/mo. Pet friendly, A/C. 517-230-0654. THE INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPERS are brought to you by our valued advertisers. Tell them thank you and that you found them in the INdependent! TOWNHOUSE BETWEEN Durand & Swartz Creek: 1/2 mile off I-69 expressway.1,000sq.ft. 2 bedrooms. 1-1/2 baths. Laundry, appliances, air, basement. Very nice. No pets. $580/mo. plus utilities. Credit Check. Available February 7th. 989-288-2337. 450 Real Estate DUPLEX FOR SALE. 2 bedroom apartment upstairs. 2 bedroom apartment downstairs. $59,000 OBO. 989-288-5238 470 Manufactured Homes INCOME TAX REFUND? 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