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Portage man arrested
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By Paul Garrod CALL MIKE SHERBURN • 269-624-5800 vineyardpress.biz
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PAW PAW - An early
Tuesday morning, March 16,
traffic stop in the Village of
Paw Paw, resulted in the
arrest of a 23-year-old Port-
age man who now faces
charges of carrying a con-
cealed weapon and posses-
sion with the intent to deliv-
LAWTON
er methamphetamine, ac- COMMUNITY CALENDAR
cording to a press release
With COVID-19 safety precautions in place, some
from the Van Buren County meetings may be held by remote, while others may be
Sheriff’s Office. cancelled. To attend, call ahead for information.
Van Buren County
Sheriff Daniel Abbott said a
Van Buren County Sheriff’s APR. 1 DAV Vineyard Chapter 87, 7 p.m.
K-9 deputy was on patrol at Fire Board, 7 p.m.
approximately 1:15 a.m. in
the village of Paw Paw, when
he performed a traffic stop in
the 400 block of Berrien
Street for an equipment vio-
lation.
Be the reason
During the traffic stop,
the driver was asked to exit
the vehicle. The deputy
observed the driver acting
suspiciously and during a
later search, the driver was
found to be in possession of a
loaded pistol, as well as mul-
tiple bags of methampheta-
mine. Two more pistols were
found in the vehicle. someone smiles today.
The suspect was trans-
ported to the Van Buren LAKEVIEW FOUNDATION
County Jail. The investiga-
tion is ongoing and anyone
with additional information
Community Thrift Shop
1000 E. Michigan Avenue, Paw Paw
can contact the Van Buren
County Sheriff’s Office. HOURS: RETAIL - TUES.-SAT., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Van Buren County DONATIONS - THURS.-SAT., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or pod is full
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and Paw Paw Police Depart- Medical Scholarships, and improving healthcare in Eastern Van Buren County
ment assisted in the investi- Please check out the new “Holiday Department” at the Community Thrift Shop!
gation.
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LAWTON EVANGELICAL
CHURCH
GOBLES
GOBLES SEVENTH-DAY
ADVENTIST CHURCH
SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES AT AREA CHURCHES 425 S. Nursery Street, Lawton 32146 6th Avenue, Gobles
624-1524 Pastor Alex Rybachek
PAW PAW PAW PAW MATTAWAN Call if you need help in some way. 269-628-4821
www.lawtonevan.com www.goblessdachurch.org
ALMENA UNITED NEW HOPE FELLOWSHIP CALVARY REFORMED Pastor Bill VandeGiessen IN-PERSON SERVICES
METHODIST CHURCH 201 W. Michigan Avenue, Paw Paw CHURCH SUNDAY: SATURDAY:
Pastor Tim Gunderson
27503 CR 375, Paw Paw www.newhopefellowship.org
7829 S. 5th Street, Mattawan Worship Service - 10 a.m. Sabbath School (Bible Study) -
Pastor Len Schoenherr Pastor Gregory VanHeukelom • 9:30 a.m.
SUNDAY:
668-2811 375-6240 Worship Service - 10:45 a.m.
Morning Worship - 10 a.m.
www.almenaumc.com www.calvaryreformed.org IGLESIA PENTECOSTES (Also live on YouTube)
SUNDAY: • SUNDAY: del Movimiento Misionero
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(Childcare provided)
SEVENTH-DAY
Also available on Facebook live BILINGUAL MERSON CHURCH
FRIDAY: AA - 8 p.m. 117 S. Franklin Street, Lawton
JODI’S CLOSET - Free clothes
3313 102nd Ave., Gobles
• ADVENTIST CHURCH 2nd Saturday of the month
Check website for additional days Pastors Arturo and Sr. Pastor Alan Carson, Sr.
COVEY HILL 60409 South M-40, Paw Paw •
Lourdez Hernandez Youth Pastor Jim Davis
(616) 656-0137 SUNDAY:
BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Michael Taylor
Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.
33566 28th Avenue, Paw Paw
Lawn Services, 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH SERVICES:
Morning Worship - 10:45 a.m.
Visit: www.pawpaw.church Domingo - 9:30 a.m.
Daniel Wilson, Pastor Online worship services on
56070 Murray Street, Mattawan Martes y Jueves - 7:30 p.m. Evening Worship - 6 p.m.
628-2139 Facebook and YouTube Chuck Rawsthorne, Pastor Visit: www.mersonchurch.org
Local: (269) 655-8071
www.coveyhill.org SUNDAY: for video sermons
•
SUNDAY: PAW PAW Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. • •
PAW PAW UNITED Morning Service - 10:30 a.m.
Indoor Services - 10:45 a.m.
(In person and on Facebook) NEW COMMUNITY CHURCH ST. JUDE ROMAN
Masks & social distancing observed METHODIST CHURCH ST. MARY’S Lawton Middle School CATHOLIC CHURCH
• 420 W. Michigan Ave., Paw Paw •
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Adam Potgiesser, Pastor 13809 M-40 North, Gobles
FAITH OF THE APOSTLES Rev. Dr. David Small
500 Paw Paw Street, Paw Paw MATTAWAN COMMUNITY (269) 501-2788 Rev. Father Joseph Xavier, MSFS
CHURCH 657-7727
Rev. Father Joseph Xavier, MSFS CHURCH SUNDAY: Deacon James Bauer,
SUNDAY:
34580 M-40 Highway Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. 657-4459 23680 Front Ave., Mattawan Worship - 11 a.m. Pastoral Administrator
Elder David Harn SATURDAY: Vigil - 4:30 p.m. Visit: www.NC2online.com or 628-2219
Visit: www.pawpawumc.com 668-3263 visit Facebook for streaming services SUNDAY:
1 (269) 512-4586 SUNDAY: www.mattawancc.com
Online worship at at www.Facebook.com/Nc2online Mass - 9:30 a.m.
SUNDAY: Masses - 8:00 and 11:00 a.m.
Facebook page “Paw Paw mattawancommunitychurch@gmail.com Confessions by appointment
Christian Education - 10 a.m. Holy Days & Daily Masses - Consult bulletin
United Methodist Church” Rev. Jonathan Lam, Pastor • Visit:
Worship Service - 11:30 a.m.
• • SUNDAY: www.stjudeparishgobles.com
WEDNESDAY:
Worship - 10:25 a.m. ST. PAUL’S
Bible Study - 7 p.m. REDARROW MINISTRIES TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH
• 31133 Red Arrow Highway, Paw Paw • UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. G. Ben Bowater, IV
& SCHOOL 63855 N. M-40, Lawton
32464 Red Arrow, Paw Paw FOUNDING PASTOR 721 Pine Street, Paw Paw ST. JOHN BOSCO 624-1050 MARCELLUS
Pastor Horace M. “Buddy” Turner SUNDAY: Pastor - Phillip Phifer CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Wayne McKenney
657-2090 Worship - 9:30 and 11 a.m. Administrator - Beverly Schafer 23830 Front Ave., Mattawan SUNDAY: ST. MARGARET MARY
www.redarrowministries.org Church: 657-4840
Worship Sunday at 11 a.m.
for live stream worship School: 657-5921
Rev. Fr. Alan P. Jorgensen Worship - 9:30 a.m.
Visit: www.stpaulsumclawton.com
CATHOLIC CHURCH
on Facebook: 668-3312 296 E. Dibble St., Marcellus
• SUNDAY: or on Facebook
www.Facebook.com/buddyturner2 9 a.m., 11 a.m.
www.stjohnbosco.com
Rev. Fr. Alan P. Jorgensen
SUNDAY: www.Facebook.com/Lawton-St-
Or search: “Buddy Turner” ST. MARK’S and 6 p.m. Services Pauls-UMC 668-3312
Mass - 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
EPISCOPAL CHURCH • SATURDAY at 4 p.m.
SATURDAY:
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN 412 Cedar Street, Paw Paw Vigil Mass - 6 p.m.
CHURCH HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
TRUTH CHURCH •
120 Pine Street, Paw Paw Rev. Rebecca Crise, Pastor 32560 56th Ave., Paw Paw HARMONY CHAPEL
Reverend Tiffany McCafferty 657-3762 www.truthchurchpawpaw.com LAWRENCE 88067 C.R. 652, Marcellus
www.stmarkpawpaw.com Pastor Steven Green
657-3111 e-mail: stmarkspawpaw@gmail.com
(In the SW corner of Porter Twp.)
e-mail: firstpres1@btc-bci.com 657-5042 GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rev. Ron Packer, 269-548-7348
MAILING ADDRESS: SUNDAY:
Find us on Facebook P.O. Box 307, Paw Paw, MI 49079 231 W. James St., Lawrence Corner of Exchange and Please join us as we continue to
www.pawpawpres.org Sunday School - 10 a.m. Worship in the Country
SUNDAYS:
Evening Service - 6 p.m.
674-4381 James streets, Lawrence Since 1894
for weekly worship videos. Worship Outdoors - 9:30 a.m. Pastor Brian Vince 674-8381
Call 269-657-3111 THURSDAY: SUNDAY:
• SUNDAY: Pastor Wayne McKenney
for pastoral care. Bible Study - 7 p.m. Service - 12:30 p.m.
Sunday School - 10 a.m. SUNDAY:
Worship - 11 a.m. For more information or directions, call:
Morning Worship - 11 a.m.
www.lawrencemethodist-church.org Neal Ferguson, 269-624-6837 or
To keep your church listings up-to-date, please call (269) 657-3072. Wednesday Service - 7 p.m.
for information of online videos Ann Nesbitt, 269-624-6781
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voices
Saint Mary Catholic School
PRESCHOOL AN D PREKIN DERGARTEN
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Mike’s Musings Mike Wilcox, Publisher
Dear Editor:
On behalf of Paw Paw
Public Schools and the Board
of Education, I would like to
OPEN HOUSE
THURSDAY APRIL 15 6-7:30pm th
Unintended consequence -
express my heartfelt apprecia-
tion to local businesses and
nonprofit organizations for
Restauranteur now martyr their support of our teachers
and staff.
Like the schools, many of
Marlena Pavlos-Hack-ney, ing throughout this pandemic. viduals to pat-ronize her
our business and nonprofit
the owner of Marlena’s Bistro But there is a right way to restaurant. They came because
partners have been greatly
and Pizzeria, was arrested on protest, and Pavlos-Hackney they apparently enjoyed the
impacted by the pandemic.
ENROLLING NOW Friday for “willfully” violating allegedly was abusive to health food and wished to support the
Nevertheless, they have not
for fall 2021 the State of Michigan’s coron-
avirus precautions. An immi-
inspectors and police as they
tried to enforce the edicts put
res-taurant.
Now that all restaurants
waned in backing our mission
to develop, support, challenge
grant from Poland, Pavlos- in place by their superiors. have been allowed to open the
and inspire every child for life-
LEARN. SHARE. LAUGH. GROW! Hack-ney had placed a sign on She might have been bet- prosecution of Pavlos-Hackney
long success.
Saint Mary’s Preschool and Pre-K classes encourage lifelong her door back in November ter off to hire an attorney (she seems a moot point. Attorney
When asked to help spread
learning, decision making and problem solving while that said, in part: “We are a recently did so) to fight the General Dana Nessel, local
the word of appreciation to our
motivating each child to reach their full potential. constitutionally complaint edicts in court. She might have judges and the State Police are
teachers and staff, they have
business. We are not infringing been better off to organize with not doing themselves any
shown genuine pride in our
&1BX1BX4USFFUt1BX1BX .* on anyoneís inalienable rights fellow restauranteurs to resist favors by making her an exam-
schools by posting messages
thttps://saintmarypawpaw.org by remaining open for busi- the closure demands from the ple. They actually are doing the
on their local signage for all to
ness.” state. Instead, she welcomed opposite.
see.
The defiant Pavlos- customers, one and all, with- Pavlos-Hackney has be-
In a year that has been
Hackney has been open for out restrictions, and resisting come a martyr and a celebrity.
marked by so many changes, it
business throughout the pan- all overtures from the State. Dozens of people have protest-
is reassuring to see the out-
demic, despite having her food And the result is she sits ed her treatment in front of the
pouring of continued support
license suspended in January. in jail (at least at this writing) restaurant on several occa-
from the community of Paw
A warrant for her arrest was and has been ordered to pay a sions. Pavlos-Hackney recently
Paw.
OFFICE: 269-375-1425 Emg. #: 269-929-3873 issued earlier this month and $15,000 fine. Further, while appeared on Tucker Carlson
Sincerely,
state police told her to turn other restaurants are now open and Glenn Beck, before going
Rick Reo
WESTON herself in by March 18. She
refused and this past Friday
was arrested at a traffic stop.
at 50 percent capacity,
Marlena’s is now closed.
Somehow, the punish-
to jail. She’s expected to be
booked on Fox again, once she
is out of jail. She’s got thou-
SUPERINTENDENT
SEPTIC, LLC She was jailed. When her hus-
band attempted to post bail, he
was told bail wasn’t allowed in
ment does not fit the crime. I
understand the State was frus-
trated with Pavlos-Hack-ney
sands of people feeling she is a
victim of an overreaching State
at this point. She’s got people
like it shouldn’t have made
heroes out of those that resist.
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL this situation. and probably seeks to make an protesting every day on her Hopefully, common sense will
Now, I’m not writing to example of her. BUT JAIL. behalf. prevail and we all can move
• Septic Tank Pumping • Install Risers forward as we rebuild from the
necessarily agree with Pavlos- AND NO BOND. That seems The pandemic wasn’t
NOW HIRING! Hackney. I do believe that extremely excessive, for a meant to make politicians and lockdowns that have been part
05-10-20FL
Linda & Russ Weston , Owners restaurants have re-ceived a Polish immigrant that only their minions big brother just of our life for the last year.
raw deal from the Governor wants to keep herself and her
and State of Mich-igan, having employees above financial
LINK LEARNING OFFERS FREE COLLEGE COURSES AT to remain closed for inside din- water. No one has coerced indi- LAWTON BUILDING REHABILITATED
KENDALL COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN (Continued from page 1.)
know there is research show- The renovated Walker
Spring Time is the best time ing an increasing need for safe Street building will open
Link Learning is excited to announce dual enrollment
options for students to earn free high school and
to sell your home! places where our community’s under the name Blueberry
elders can receive the care Hill Assisted Living. Renova-
college credits while attending Link Learning through
a partnership with Kendall College of Art & Design
There are lots they need while still living tions will be overseen by Owen
(KCAD). Courses are online and count both as high of buyers near their families.” Ames Kimball Co. and
school and college credits.
waiting for Richard Godfrey, Van designed by Schley Nelson
Buren County Commissioner Architects. The renovated
your home! chairman, who was unable to building will offer private,
More information is available at Contact: Bryon Scoggin
attend, said, “It is always sanitary spaces for residents.
https://www.linklearning.org/dualenrollment.
Could you help us spread the word?
Assistant Director of Curriculum,
Non-Traditional programs
Berrien Springs Public Schools
C- (574) 386-8693
Happy Spring! exciting to have new or reju- Blueberry Hill resident rooms
venated businesses develop will be private unless a resi-
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when you List your home or
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NOTICE
LAWRENCE ALMENA TOWNSHIP CEMETERIES
COMMUNITY CALENDAR Please remove all summer/seasonal decora-
tions from the ALMENA and COVEY HILL CEMETERIES
With COVID-19 safety precautions in place, some by April 9, 2021 so that maintenance personnel can
Our Teapot Family would like to thank
meetings may be held by remote, while others may be prepare the grounds for Spring Cleanup.
Please be aware that we will be enforcing our everyone for their support and kindness
cancelled. To attend, call ahead for information. throughout the past year.
Cemetery Ordinance; we appreciate your under-
APR. 1 Lawrence Fire Dept. Business Meeting, 7 p.m. standing. Please see the signs with allowable decor- We wish all of you a Blessed Easter and
ations posted in the cemetery. hope you enjoy your celebration!
ANY NON-CONFORMING DECORATIONS LEFT Please Note: We will be closing
AFTER THAT DATE WILL BE REMOVED AND DISPOSED at Noon, Fri., Apr. 2 & will be
~ April, Mike & Staff
OF ACCORDINGLY. Closed Sat. & Sun., Apr. 3 & 4. We have Easter meals & specials. Please order early.
For special circumstances, we will deliver to Seniors and the Housebound.
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Veterans vaccination clinics at Paw Paw
PAW PAW - The Paw Paw American Legion Post, located at 115
N. Niles St. in Paw Paw, will host the Battle Creek Veterans
PAW PAW
Administration, who will be conducting Mobile COVID-19 Vaccine
Clinics on Tuesday, March 30, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., and again
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
repeated on Tuesday, April 27 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the With COVID-19 safety precautions in place, some
same location. This will be a walk-in clinic for Veterans enrolled in meetings may be held by remote, while others may be
VA healthcare. “We will have enrollment staff at the event to enroll cancelled. To attend, call ahead for information.
those who may be eligible,” said Paul Blake of the Paw Paw
American Legion. “They should bring their DD214 and last year’s
income.” Veterans can also enroll in advance on the phone at (877) MAR. 26 AA & Al-Anon, 8 p.m. (Almena Methodist Church)
222-8387, or on-line at: How to apply for VA health care /Veterans MAR. 27 AA, 7 p.m. (First Presbyterian Church)
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS BASKETBALL
COMPETITIVE Gobles Tigers fall to
CHEER the more physical
Schoolcraft Eagles
Paw Paw takes By Gala Rock
galarock@yahoo.com
District title The Gobles girls basket-
ball team played Schoolcraft
By Butch Hindenach on Monday night, March 15.
pawtwice@bloomingdalecom.net The Lady Tigers struggled
with the talented Eagles.
Paw Paw’s Competitive Gobles was outscored 13-3 in
Cheer team was back in the first quarter, and it did
action after a layoff related to not get any better for the
COVID. The Red Wolves Tigers as they could not han-
went into District competi- dle the pressure defense and
The Lawton varsity competitive cheer team captured the District tion last Saturday and per- contested shots. Gobles lost
championship for the fourth year in a row by posting the season’s best formed as if they had never the game 36-13.
scores in al three rounds. The Blue Devils moved on to Regional com- been away, winning their “Schoolcraft’s physical
petitiion this week at Grand Rapids West Catholic. sixth straight District title play kept our offense stymied
Photo courtesy of Lawton High School with an outstanding 778 all night long. We never got
total score. any offensive rhythm all
The girls and their night long,” said Gobles
coaches will now go back to Coach Greg Barber.
work hopin to claim their Gobles’ Emily Baxter and Karlee Henderson fight for the ball Amanda Barber led the
COMMUNITY second straight Regional against an imposing Schoolcraft Eagle. Despite their struggle to put Tigers with five points and
title, and another return to points on the board, the Tiger defense hung in. Gobles lost the game, 36- McKenzie Lisowski added
the State Finals. 13. Tigers Rock Photography/Gala Rock four.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT from Allegan and the Red
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Van Buren County will conduct a public hear- ment play next week. They
changes, with the home-
ing on April 5, 2021 at 1 p.m. via Zoom for the pur- had just played the Trojans
town Wolves pulling out
pose of affording citizens an opportunity to exam- last Monday, March 15.
ine and submit comments on proposed applica- their second victory of the
Plainwell entered that con-
tions for CDBG grants. year over Allegan by a 44-37
test undefeated, and already
The grants will provide funding to support final score.
been crowned the Wolverine
operational expenses incurred by two businesses The Tigers started well
Conference champion.
that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pan- with an 11-4 early lead only
For half of the game, the
demic. Through the proposed grants, Jeremiah to see the Red Wolves come
Smith Enterprises, LLC and Creative Catering Red Wolves played well,
back to lead at intermission.
Services, Inc. would both be awarded $35,000. keeping the point differential
They extended the lead
Both CDBG projects will benefit at least 51% low to at 10 or less. However, a
slightly during the next
moderate income persons; zero persons will be third quarter in which the
eight minutes and were in
displaced as a result of the proposed projects. Wolf Pack was held to just
Interested parties are invited to comment on control to a degree the rest
three points was the turning
the projects during the above listed public hearing of the way. The win raised
point of the evening, with
or in advance of the hearing in writing. To receive their season record to five
Plainwell taking a 48-25 win.
virtual meeting access details or submit written wins and 11 losses.
Problems with shooting
comments in advance of the meeting, contact Despite having more
again spelled the defeat for
Sarah Snoeyink at snoeyinks@marketvanburen.org problems outside the three
or 269-215-4931 no later than 10 a.m. on April 5, the Paw Paw girls, as eight-
point stripe, the Paw Paw
2021. Alternatively, comments may be submitted in for-38 shooting does not win
girls scored more consis-
writing to Sarah Snoeyink at 32849 E. Red Arrow many basketball games.
tently inside the paint.
Highway, Ste. 100, Paw Paw, MI 49079. Katelyn Baney topped
One key to the victory
If you are disabled and require reasonable the offensive charts with 11
accommodation for this meeting, contact Anna was control of the glass led
by Madison Mitchell with a points. Sophia Griffin and
Cerven at least two business days before the Madison Plangger each add-
meeting in writing or by telephone at 219 E. career high dozen rebounds
Michigan Avenue, Suite 201, Paw Paw, MI 49079 or pulled down. Katelyn Baney ed four to the team’s total.
269-657-8200. added 10, and Caralyn Dem- Baney and Taylor Rickli were
ing, Taylor Rickli, and the leading rebounders with
Sarah Snoeyink seven and six, respectively,
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
BASKETBALL Tigers falter in
Late stalls result in two second half
losses for Red Wolves against Decatur
By Butch Hindenach average. Baird added 10
pawtwice@bloomingdalecom.net points and Bowen, nine with By Gala Rock
three long distance connec- galarock@yahoo.com
PAW PAW - Basketball
tions. Sophomore Caden
fans attending or tuning in On Monday night,
Stipes celebrated his first
to the Paw Paw-Marcellus March 15, the Gobles boys
playing time for the varsity
basketball game Friday, basketball team played Deca-
with a final quarter two
March 19, were treated to an tur. The Tigers were on the
pointer.
unusual matchup. hunt for their first win of the
•••
Despite the relatively season and played a great
At Plainwell last week,
close proximity of the two first half and were tied with
the Red Wolves had some
schools, the teams have met the Raiders at halftime. But,
new faces on board for their
only twice in their histories, the Tigers came out flat in
encounter with the Trojans
in 1937 and 1943, with Paw the second half and that cost
Monday, March 15. With
Paw emerging the victor on them the game, losing 55-
seniors Finlay Tate and
both occasions. But this 42.
Aaron Hayes out, Coach
time, the Wolf Pack fell vic- “We went into halftime
Gobles was looking for the first win of the season last week against Decatur, but came up short to the
Mark Haase elevated sopho-
tim to a late game let down tied and then the third quar-
Raiders, 55-42. Tigers Rock Photography/Gala Rock
mores Max Crawford and Joe
and the result was a 70-56 ter got away from us,” said
Miller and freshman Jakob
loss in a game that was actu- Gobles coach Scott Sherrod.
Hindenach to the roster.
ally much closer than the “We played hard the whole “We will reset and focus lowed by Andrew Lee with game scheduled for last
The Wolf Pack fell
final score would indicate. night and there was a crucial on our final home game for nine, Josh Lopez with seven, Thursday as their opponent
behind early, trailing 17-7
Paw Paw’s senior guard stretch at the end of the first this senior class on Thurs- and Nick Lopez with six. was unable to play.
after one period. Kolby
Mitchell Mason took charge half where we had a chance day.” Gobles did not play the
Nichols and Caleb Lucas pro-
in the early going, dropping to pull away a bit and just Kevin Heard scored 11
vided the only Paw Paw
in nine first quarter points, couldn't get over the hump. points for the Tigers, fol-
points of the quarter. The
and adding four more in the
Trojans maintained a mostly
first three minutes of the
double-digit lead throughout
second quarter to help give
his team an 18-12 edge.
the game until the start of Paw Paw’s Tate, Mason named NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
the final stanza, when the LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP
For the rest of the first
half, the Wolves and the
visitors trimmed the lead to
five. But that was as close as
to All-Conference First Team ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Wildcats battled evenly to By Butch Hindenach
the Red Wolves got and pawtwice@bloomingdalecom.net The Lawrence Township Zoning Board of
create a tie going into half-
Plainwell claimed a 58-46 Appeals will hold a public hearing on Monday,
time. When play resumed
conference victory. PAW PAW - Two Paw Paw senior boys basketball players April 12, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at the Township Hall
Mason, Justin Baird, Caleb
Mitchell Mason was the who have started together at guards for three seasons in a located at 411 N. Paw Paw Street, Lawrence, MI
Bowen and Kolby Nichols all
lone Wolf in double figures, row have been selected for the Wolverine Conference First 49064.
conspired to push the Red
scoring 11 points. He was Team for their excellent play this season. The purpose of the hearing will be to accept
Wolves to a 40-33 lead, and and consider public comments regarding vari-
followed closely by Justin Finlay Tate received the league honors for his third
the margin stood at a fairly ance requests to reduce the required front build-
Baird and Kolby Nichols straight year. He made the Honorable Mention team as a
comfortable eight points as ing setback from 25 feet to zero feet and to
with eight apiece, Cullen sophomore, and was a First Team selection last year, also.
the final period began. reduce the required rear building setback from 50
Sylvester with seven, and The 5-10 guard led the Red Wolves in points per game with
Then, suddenly, the Red feet to 44 feet for a home proposed in the R-3 zon-
Lucas with six. around 17, and in rebounding, despite missing several games ing district (Section 1-9.17.B.1.a; Section 1-6.8 E.1;
Wolves were unable to find
Caleb Bowen and Caleb due to injury. and Schedule A of the Zoning Ordinance). The
the net while the ‘Cats got
Vanderveen headed the Mitchell Mason averaged over 15 points a game and led subject property is located at 48163 Prospect
hot; and when they did miss,
rebound list for Paw Paw the Red Wolves in total points, and assists this season. Street, Lawrence, MI 49064 (parcel # 80-13-270-001-
they were able to claim
with five each, and Mason 00).
offensive rebounds for sec-
proved helpful with six Those unable to attend the public hearing are
ond chances. Trailing 52-48, TO PLACE AN AD: Call (269) 657-3072 • 657-5080 invited to submit written comments to the atten-
assists.
Marcellus went on an in- tion of the Chairperson of the Zoning Board
credible 21-4 run to claim Appeals by emailing the Township Clerk at the
the win. email address below or by mail: PO Box 445,
Nichols tallied 18 points, Lawrence, MI 49064.
plus eight rebounds, both A copy of the agenda and meeting informa-
career highs for the senior tion may be found on the Township’s homepage
post man, while converting we take the high road. at www.lawrence-township.org before the meet-
ing. A copy of the application and this notice will
seven of eight free throws.
Mason accounted for 18 of because to us, it’s the only road. be on file at the Township Hall. Due to COVID-19
restrictions, please call first to confirm hours of
Paw Paw’s points, Bowen operation.
added 13, including three
long range triples, and Baird
simple human sense Note: This meeting may be held by video con-
ference if COVID-19 gathering restrictions are con-
added five. tinued. Confirmation of the meeting format will be
••• provided on the Township’s website.
Paw Paw came out play- For additional questions, please call the number
ing well at Allegan, jumped below.
into a small lead, and then Judy Janssen, Township Clerk
suffered another late let AGENCY NAME 411 N. Paw Paw St.
down that handed the game GOES HERE Lawrence, MI 49064
to the Tigers. A late run by Phone (269) 674-4255
the home team left Paw Paw CITY • 000.000.0000 Email: clerk@lawrence-township.org
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behind, as Allegan put 16
unanswered points on the
score board during the final
two quarters Wednesday,
March 17, for a 66-41 victory
over the Red Wolves.
The Tigers had held a
LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
fairly comfortable margin in
the second period, until
2021-2022
Mitchell Mason, Caleb Lucas,
and Caleb Bowen sparked a KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP
Paw Paw rally that cut the
lead to six at the break. THURSDAY, APRIL 29TH
However, a 38-19 second half
by the home towners put the 5:00-7:30 P.M. (BY APPOINTMENT ONLY )
game easily out of reach with
several minutes remaining Lawrence Elementary School is providing registration for all children who will be 5 years old
on the game clock. on or before September 1, 2021. Kindergarten Round-Up will be held at Lawrence Elementary School
Paw Paw’s two main on Thursday, April 29th from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. (by appointment only).
scoring threats all season
have been Finlay Tate and The GSRP* (4 yr. old program) will also be enrolling students
Mitchell Mason. But, with that evening. Please call 674-8231 to get an enrollment package.
Tate out with an injury,
opposing defenses have been Please bring your child’s Legal Birth Certificate, Up-to-Date Shot Records, proof of residency,
able to concentrate a great and your child. Registration packets will also be available that day, or you may pick up one in
deal of attention on Mason, the elementary office ahead of time.
despite good effort by the
entire Pack. Mason still led *GSRP enrollees will need Legal Birth Certificate, first page of your most recent Federal 1040 form
his team with a dozen points, and address verification.
but well under his season
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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
WRESTLING
Paw Paw wrestlers prepare
for individual finals
By Butch Hindenach
pawtwice@bloomingdalecom.net
It was one and out of team wrestling tournament play for
the Red Wolves Wednesday, March 17, but they went out in
style, falling to the third ranked team in the state in Division
2, Stevensville Lakeshore, by a single point, 35-34.
In the best season ever for the Paw Paw wrestling pro-
gram, head coach Jason Bowers and his staff led their team to
a 25-3 win-loss record, with the three defeats coming by just
one, four, and nine points. The Red Wolves now look for suc-
cess in the individual events to add more luster to an unfor-
gettable season on the mats.
SEND SPORTS INFO TO:
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DISTRICT
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CHAMPS
The Lawton Blue Devils
LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP wrestling team, above, topped
all others at the Team Districts
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS last weekend and are headed for
The Lawrence Township Zoning Board of Regional competition. Individ-
Appeals will hold a public hearing on Monday, ual qualifiers for Regionals, left,
April 12, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. at the Township Hall include weight class champions
located at 411 N. Paw Paw Street, Lawrence, MI Caleb Mallory (103 lbs.) and
49064. Carter Cosby (145 lbs.); second
The purpose of the hearing will be to accept place finishers Victer Ruimveld
and consider public comments regarding vari- (103 lbs.), JJ Crall (130 lbs.), and
ance requests to reduce the required front build- Andrew Van Tuyl (140 lbs.); and
ing setback from 13 feet to 8 feet and to reduce
third place finishers Dustin
the required rear building setback from 50 feet to
25 feet for a home proposed in the R-3 zoning dis- Mallory (112 lbs.), Blake Holder
trict (Section 1-6.8 E.1 and Schedule A of the (119), and Dominic Pickett (145).
Zoning Ordinance). The subject property is locat-
ed at 48344 70th Ave, Decatur, MI 49045 (parcel # Photo courtesy of Lawton High School
80-13-186-006-00).
Those unable to attend the public hearing are
invited to submit written comments to the atten-
tion of the Chairperson of the Zoning Board
Appeals by emailing the Township Clerk at the Mattawan School Board adds a year to Supt. Fleenor’s contract
email address below or by mail: PO Box 445,
Lawrence, MI 49064. By Paul Garrod for $116,312 will come the addition of carpet, asked Superintendent
A copy of the agenda and meeting informa- news4garrod@vineyardpress.biz from the 2015 Bond Con- paint, ceiling tiles and Fleenor if the board had
tion may be found on the Township’s homepage tingency Fund balance. plumbed ensuite bath- any comments on the Hay-
at www.lawrence-township.org before the meet- MATTAWAN - The Mat- The board approved rooms to six rooms. Two den Creek issue. Fleenor
ing. A copy of the application and this notice will tawan Board of Education upgrades to the Early rooms will be used by the told the individual, “At
be on file at the Township Hall. Due to COVID-19 at its March 15 board Childhood Education Cen- Van Buren Intermediate this time, we are carefully
restrictions, please call first to confirm hours of meeting approved a con- ter building, using fund- School District program- monitoring the situation
operation. tract extension for its
Note: This meeting may be held by video con-
ing from the 2018 Bond ming and the other four and keeping the board
ference if COVID-19 gathering restrictions are con-
superintendent. Contingency Fund. for future needs. apprised.”
tinued. Confirmation of the meeting format will be The board approved a Upgrades will include A community resident
provided on the Township’s website. motion to add the 2023-
24 school year rolling con-
For additional questions, please call the number
below.
tract for Superintendent
Randy Fleenor. Fleenor is
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Obituaries
Norma J. Hand LeRoy C. Damaske
Norma J. Hand, 89, of Lawton, MI, LeRoy Charles Damaske, 82, of
passed away March 15, 2021, sur- Lawrence, passed away Saturday, March
rounded by loving family at her 20, 2021. He was born May 3, 1938, in
daughter, Kathi’s home in Quincy, IL. Kalamazoo, the son of the late Walter
Norma was born on Dec. 13, 1931, in Damaske and May (Allen) Damaske.
Niles, MI, the daughter of Alfred and LeRoy previously served four years
Donald G. Burza Luetta Boyer. as mayor of the Village of Lawrence
(Feb.1, 1932-Dec. 7, 2020) Upon graduation from Niles High and was on the Lawrence Village Coun-
School in 1948, she worked as a tele- cil. He was also involved with the
Don passed away peacefully this past phone operator for Michigan Bell. Lawrence Alumni Association. LeRoy enjoyed his John Deere
December in Leon, Mexico. Born in Norma met her husband Tom through a friend on a double tractor in his spare time.
Kendall (Gobles), to George and Mary date and they were married June 5, 1954, in Niles. On May 3, 1968, he married Monique Lucas Damaske, who
Burza, Don was the youngest boy, but Norma enjoyed hunting and fishing with Tom and later, survives. He is also survived by his daughter, Claudine
not the youngest child of 12 siblings. with the help of many family members, they built a home in (Thomas) Osborne; his son, Robert (Glenda) Damaske; sister,
He graduated from Gobles High Sumnerville, MI, where they raised cows, chickens, assorted Bernita Marko; two grandchildren, Jared (Sara) Damaske and
School in 1950. He was the first person pets, and started their family. She was a passionate gardener, Justin Damaske; two great-grandchildren, Caleb Damaske and
to win the Ramsdell Award. Always a enjoyed canning fruits and vegetables, baking pies, cookies, Eva Damaske; along with numerous cousins.
hard worker, Don excelled in everything he did, including ath- and bread, and also sewing garments for the entire family. LeRoy was preceded in death by his sister, Clara Damaske.
letics. In his youth, he traveled to Arlington, TX, to try out for Norma was a lifelong devoted Christian, and very active in Memorial contributions may be directed to the Lawrence
the Cleveland Indians. He was offered a spot, but chose the her church. For many years. she taught Sunday School and Alumni Association, P.O. Box 475,
farm life and family instead. Hard work defined his life. He was also performed duties as church librarian and deaconess. Lawrence, MI, 49064.
a farmer, builder and craftsman. Being an accomplished seamstress, she created fashionable Share a memory or sign the
He helped found Paw Paw Plating, Inc., in Paw Paw, and Barbie outfits for all the dolls she gave to Toys for Tots every online tribute wall at:
worked there more than 50 years, until his retirement in year. She also contributed her time creating heart-shaped pil- www.adamspawpaw.com
2009. Retirement was never the right word though, whether lows, cloth dolls, bags, hats, blankets, and quilts for patients
it be building houses, working on cars or the farm, Don was at local hospitals.
always busy working on something. His interests were many After Tom, her husband of 54 years passed away, she was
and adventure always called. determined to continue to help others by baking countless Gerald D. Sherburn
In 2018, he and his wife chose adventure again and moved pies for fundraisers and people in her church who were going
to Leon, Mexico. Don spent his remaining years enjoying golf, through troubled times. Gerald Dee Sherburn, 89, passed away peacefully, Feb. 18,
building projects, and Fox News. Norma was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas 2021, at Rose Arbor Hospice Center, Kalamazoo. Gerald was
Don is survived by his wife, Patricia Burza of 23 years; two Hand; and her brother, Richard Boyer. born Oct. 2, 1931, to the late William and Areta (Jones) Sher-
sons, Vince Burza and Jeff Burza of Gobles; step-sons, Jed She is survived by her two daughters and son, Kathi (Rick) burn, of Mattawan. He was one of 13 children.
Johnson and Brett Johnson of Kalamazoo; step-daughter, of Quincy, IL, Mike (John) of Minneapolis, MN, and Linda Three brothers preceded Gerald in death: William, Jr., Dale
Alayna (Mauricio) Gonzalez of Leon, Mexico; one brother, Ray (Tim) of Schoolcraft, MI; and her grandchildren, Robert, and Richard Sherburn. Nine siblings remain living: Donna
Burza of Paw Paw; three sisters, Lorretta Nichols of School- Richard, Ryan, and Randall. Huddleston (husband Ray deceased), Charles Sherburn (wife
craft, MI, Virginia (Lew) Williams of Paw Paw, and Janet Weber Friends and family will be received at Adams Funeral Mary), Patricia Berner (husband Dave), Sharon Saidla (hus-
of Otsego, MI; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchil- Home, 502 W. Michigan Ave, Paw Paw, Friday, March 26, from band Don), Joyce Dickerson (husband James) Connie Osborn
dren. 5 to 8 p.m. Services will be held at (husband Ronnie) Judy Skidmore Gary Sherburn (wife Diane)
Don was preceded in death by his son, Eric Burza; his par- the funeral home Saturday, March and Pamela Beadle (Roger). Gerald is also survived by his two
ents; and several siblings. 27, at 11 a.m. Interment will follow children, daughter, Kimm Sage (husband Frank deceased);
Per his wishes, Don has been cremated. He will be interred in Oak Grove Cemetery, Lawton. son, Tad Sherburn; four grandchildren; nine great-grandchil-
at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Paw Paw. Services to follow at a later Share a memory or sign the dren; and several dozen nieces and nephews.
date. online tribute wall at: Gerald married Maxine (Sheldon) Sherburn, April 30,
Memorials can be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church in www.adamspawpaw.com 1955.
Paw Paw. At the age of 17, Gerald enlisted in the United States Army,
Oct. 18, 1948. He was trained at Camp Breckinridge, KY. Ger-
ald served in the C-34th Infantry Regiment MOS7 during the
Korean War, serving his enlistment in Japan.
Elizabeth Sprang Gerald was a Master Mason in the Mattawan Lodge.
Elizabeth Sprang, 64, was called DEATH NOTICES Gerald’s career path was road construction. He worked as
a foreman to plant manager for Globe Construction for sever-
home March 9, 2021. Elizabeth was
Dick Cagney, 93, of Kala- Leonard C. Wilcox, 82 of al years. He then worked for Thomas and Sons Road Construc-
born April 14, 1956, in Paw Paw, the
mazoo, died March 17, 2021, Kalamazoo, died March 10, tion, where he retired. He then worked for Duo-Tang Prod-
daughter of Robert and Barbara
in Portage. Arrangements by 2021, in Kalamazoo. Ar- ucts, Paw Paw, and retired to handyman.
(Wyman) Sprang.
Betzler Life Story Funeral rangements by Betzler Life Funeral services to be held privately. A celebration of life
A 1975 graduate of Lawton High
Homes, 6080 Stadium Drive, Story Funeral Homes, 6080 open house will be held late summer.
School, Elizabeth put her strong work
Kalamazoo. www.Betzler- Stadium Drive, Kalamazoo. Contributions may be directed Rose Arbor Hospice Center,
ethic to good use in local factories. She
LifeStory.com www.BetzlerLifeStory.com 7100 Stadium Drive, Kalamazoo, MI, 49009.
then began her career with Western
Diversified Plastics, where she worked
Kenneth Dickie, 86, of
for over 20 years.
Kalamazoo, died March 16,
She took great pride in maintaining her home, the land-
2021, in Kalamazoo. Ar-
scaping, and especially her home in Baldwin, MI, where she
rangements by Betzler Life
could escape to on the weekends. Lizzy simply loved being
Story Funeral Homes, 6080
outdoors, whether working in the yard, taking in a Tigers
Stadium Drive, Kalamazoo.
game at the ballpark, or casting a fishing line in local water-
www.BetzlerLifeStory.com
ing holes. She also had an artist’s eye, often drawing charac-
ters like the Grinch. Keeping up with her soap operas was
Frieda Eddington, 97, of
always part of her day as well. Liz was a wonderful person to
Kalamazoo, died March 20,
be around. She died in her sister’s home after sharing time
2021, in Kalamazoo. Ar-
with her family.
rangements by Betzler Life
Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents; and her
Story Funeral Homes, 6080
brother, Stanley Sprang.
Stadium Drive, Kalamazoo.
Surviving are her siblings, Russell Sprang and Jane (Tim)
www.BetzlerLifeStory.com
Driscoll; nieces and nephews, David (Kelsey) Driscoll,
Matthew (Sierra) Driscoll, Maryjane Coville, Carrie (Jack)
James Kirklin, 83, of
McCall, Katie Webb, Kelly (Anthony) Reinartz, and Sara
Kalamazoo, formerly of Mat-
Sprang.
tawan, passed away Thurs-
A Life Story gathering for friends and family was held
day, March 11, 2021.
Thursday, March 11, at Betzler & Thompson Life Story Funer-
Arrangements by Langeland
al Home, 60900 M-40 Highway, Paw Paw, (269) 657-3870. A
Family Funeral Homes,
Life Story funeral was held Friday, March 12, with burial at
Maple Grove Cemetery, Mattawan. A reception with food and
Kalamazoo. ,QD WLPHZKHUH
www.langelands.com
refreshments was held following the burial. JDWKHULQJVDUHOLPLWHG
Visit Elizabeth’s personal webpage at: www.BetzlerLifeSto-
Kay Powers, 82, of Mat-
ry.com, to read her Life Story, archive a favorite memory or
tawan, died March 10, 2021,
photo, and sign her online
guestbook.
in Mattawan. Arrangements
by Betzler Life Story Funeral
March 25 • March 28, 2021 PAWPAW•MICHIGAN The Courier-Leader • Paw Paw Flashes • PAGE9
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE
PUBLIC NOTICES CLASSIFIEDS
SERVICES
BY ADVERTISEMENT
Noticeisgivenundersection
3212oftherevisedjudicatureactof HAULING - CLEANING -
1961,1961PA236,MCL600.3212,that Recycling. Moving service.
thefollowingMortgagewillbefore-
closedbyasaleofthemortgaged Right Quick Hauling. Dan
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE
Attention homeowner: Ifyouareamili-
premises,orsomepartofthem,ata
publicauctionsaletothehighestbid-
AUTOMOTIVE EMPLOYMENT Wydick, Dustin Wydick,
taryservicememberonactiveduty,if
BY ADVERTISEMENT yourperiodofactivedutyhasconclud-
derforcashorcashieríscheckatthe
BUYING JUNK CARS, HELP WANTED: Waitstaff Daniel Wydick, 423-8545.
placeofholdingthecircuitcourtin
Noticeisgivenundersection
3212oftherevisedjudicatureactof
edlessthan90daysago,orifyouhave
VanBurenCounty,startingpromptlyat trucks, scrap metal and and Hostess (hostess may Serving since 1994.
beenorderedtoactiveduty,please
1:00p.m.,onApril1,2021.Theamount
1961,1961PA236,MCL600.3212,that contacttheattorneyforthepartyfore-
dueonthemortgagemaybegreater farm machinery. Kalama- be 16 years old). Must be
thefollowingmortgagewillbefore-
closedbyasaleofthemortgaged
closingthemortgageatthetelephone
onthedayofthesale.Placingthe zoo Metal Recyclers, 1525 able to work weekends. SENIOR HANDYMAN -
numberstatedinthisnotice.
premises,orsomepartofthem,ata highestbidatthesaledoesnotauto-
King Highway, Kalama- Apply at Big T, 155 N. Main Certified mechanic in
publicauctionsaletothehighestbid- maticallyentitlethepurchasertofree
derforcashorcashier'scheckatthe
NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE
andclearownershipoftheproperty.A zoo. 269-381-1315. St., Lawton Briggs & Stratton, Kohler,
BY ADVERTISEMENT
placeofholdingthecircuitcourtin Noticeisgivenundersection3212
potentialpurchaserisencouragedto Tecumseh, MTD. Over 30
VanBurenCounty,startingpromptlyat contactthecountyregisterofdeeds
1:00PM,onApril1,2021.Theamount
oftherevisedjudicatureactof1961,
1961PA236,MCL600.3212,thatthefol-
officeoratitleinsurancecompany, L & L AU TO B U YI N G LAWTON KIDS FIRST years. Will pick up and
dueonthemortgagemaybegreater eitherofwhichmaychargeafeefor deliver. Call (269) 615-
onthedayofsale.Placingthehighest
lowingmortgagewillbeforeclosedby
thisinformation. junk cars & trucks. All CHILDCARE CENTER - look-
asaleofthemortgagedpremises,or
bidatthesaledoesnotautomatically somepartofthem,atapublicauction metal for recycling. L&L ing to hire a caregiver, 1066. Work on all kinds
THISFIRMISADEBTCOLLECTOR
entitlethepurchasertofreeandclear
ownershipoftheproperty.Apotential
saletothehighestbidderforcashor
ATTEMPTINGTOCOLLECTADEBT,ANY specials: Burn barrels, experience with childcare of equipment, also boat
cashier’scheckattheplaceofholding
purchaserisencouragedtocontact thecircuitcourtinVanBurenCounty,
INFORMATIONWILLBEUSEDFORTHAT $10; Reconditioned bat- preferred. Monday-Friday, motors. Cut ad out and
thecountyregisterofdeedsofficeora PURPOSE.PLEASECONTACTOUR
titleinsurancecompany,eitherof
startingpromptlyat1:00PMonAPRIL
OFFICEATTHENUMBERBELOWIFYOU teries, $50; 269-657- approximately 15-20 hours put on fridge till needed.
15,2021.Theamountdueonthemort-
AREINACTIVEMILITARYDUTY.
whichmaychargeafeeforthisinfor-
mation:
gagemaybegreateronthedayofthe
Defaulthasoccurredinthecon-
5933. per week. Please call Anne,
sale.Placingthehighestbidatthesale
Nameofthemortgagor:Seth doesnotautomaticallyentitlethepur-
ditionsofaMortgage(the"Mort-
(269) 254-7839. ALTERATIONS: Expert
gage")madebyGUILLERMOMAR-
Belden,anunmarriedman chasertofreeandclearownershipof
TINEZ,asingleman,asMortgagor(s),to
WANTED: Clark’s Auto alterations & repairs. Zip-
OriginalMortgagee:Mortgage theproperty.Apotentialpurchaseris
ElectronicRegistrationSystems,Inc.,as HonorCreditUnion,asMortgagee.The Parts, Inc. is buying cars, pers, hems etc. The Clothes
mortgagee,asnomineeforlenderand
encouragedtocontactthecounty
Mort-gageisdatedApril3,2018and NOW HIRING: Full &
registerofdeedsofficeoratitleinsur- trucks & all metals for Basket, 314 Paw Paw St.,
lender'ssuccessorsand/orassigns ancecompany,eitherofwhichmay
wasrecordedApril23,2018atLiber part-time positions a-
ForeclosingAssignee(ifany): chargeafeeforthisinformation.
1667,Page756ofVanBurenCounty recycling. Lawrence, 674- Paw Paw, 657-6441.
NewRezLLCd/b/aShellpoint Records.Theamountclaimedtobe vailable for Direct Care
Defaulthasbeenmadeinthe
dueonsaidMortgageandunpaidat 4905 or 1-800-707-8650.
MortgageServicing conditionsofamortgagemadeby
thedateofthisNoticeisSEVENTHOU-
Staff. No experience nec- TONY’S LAWN CARE LLC -
DateofMortgage:September2, JuanitaI.Willson,asinglewoman,and
2015 CarolynL.Zmuda,asinglewoman,to
SANDSEVENHUNDREDFIFTY-THREE essary. All training pro- Highest quality at the
DateofMortgageRecording: ConsecoFinanceServicingCorp.,
AND45/100($7,753.45)DOLLARS, W O LV E R I N E COAC H vided. Please call 269-
September4,2015 Mortgagee,datedOctober26,2000,
includinginterestontheapplicable
truck caps, new & used. lowest guaranteed pric-
Amountclaimeddueondateof andrecordedinAffidavitofOriginalon
indebtednessattherateof4.750%per 628-9099 to schedule an ing. Commercial and res-
notice:$84,653.09 June8,2001,inLiber1333,Page399,Van
annum.Thissumwillincreaseasaddi- Repair work & replace- interview or apply online
tionalinterest,costs,expenses,and
Descriptionofthemortgaged BurenCountyRecords,Michigan.Said ment glass on all brands. idential. Free estimates
premises:SituatedinTownshipofPine mortgageisnowheldbyU.S.Bank
attorneyfeesaccrueundertheMort-
gageanditsrelatednoteandwhich
at corner stoneafc.com. (269) 539-1021 call or
Grove,VanBurenCounty,Michigan, NationalAssociation,asTrustee,for
arepermittedunderMichiganlaw
Trailer wiring of all kinds.
anddescribedas:Beginningonthe ManufacturedHousingContractSen- text.
EastlineofSection30,Town1South, ior/SubordinatePass-ThroughCertifi-
afterthedateofthisNotice.Nolegal Locks & accessories for
orequitableproceedingshavebeen
Range13Westatapoint1012.00feet cateTrust2001-1,byassignment.Thereis trucks & SUV’s, 668-3794.
SouthoftheNortheastcornerofthe
section;thenceSouthonthesection
claimedtobedueatthedatehereof
institutedtorecoverthedebtsecured
bytheMortgage,andthepowerof
FOR SALE GRANT DALY PAINTING:
thesumofOneHundredSixThousand
line,120.00feet;thenceWest315.0 TwoHundredNineteenand22/100
saleintheMortgagehasbecome Interior/exterior residen-
feet;thenceNorth120.0feet;thence Dollars($106,219.22).
operativebyreasonofthedefault. EMPLOYMENT FOR SALE: Howmar tial, commercial, industri-
Atthedateandtimeasrefer-
East,315.00feettotheplaceofbegin- Underthepowerofsalecon-
encedpreviouslyinthisNotice,the
Phantom 14 ft. sailboat. al. Great references & free
ning.
Commonstreetaddress(ifany):
tainedinsaidmortgageandthe
Mortgagewillbeforeclosedbyasale WANTED: Full and part- Yours for $600 OBO.
1677232ndSt,Gobles,MI49055-9647
statuteinsuchcasemadeandprovid-
ofthepropertyhereindescribed,or time local CDL truck driv- estimates. Call 657-7893.
Theredemptionperiodshallbe6
ed,noticeisherebygiventhatsaid
somepartofthem,atpublicauction, Retails at $1,300. LEAVE
monthsfromthedateofsuchsale,
mortgagewillbeforeclosedbyasale
ofthemortgagedpremises,orsome
tothehighestbidder,forthepurpose ers with Class A & B CDL. MESSAGE at (269) 330-
unlessdeterminedabandonedin partofthem,atpublicvendueatthe
ofsatisfyingtheamountdueand One year experience re- 6347. FIELD PLUMBING & HEAT-
accordancewithMCL600.3241a;or,if unpaidontheMortgage,alongwith
thesubjectrealpropertyisusedfor
placeofholdingthecircuitcourtwithin
interestdue,thelegalcostsand quired. Competitive pay ING, INC. services all
VanBurenCounty,Michiganat1:00PM
agriculturalpurposesasdefinedby onAPRIL15,2021.
chargesofsaleasallowedbystatute
and home every night. 36-FT. COACHMAN brands of heating & cool-
MCL600.3240(16). and/ortheMortgage,andanytaxes
Ifthepropertyissoldatforeclo-
Saidpremisesarelocatedinthe
andinsurancethattheMortgagee Call (269) 760-0668. FIFTH-WHEEL Travel/va- ing equipment in your
TownshipofGeneva,VanBurenCounty
suresaleunderChapter32ofthe Michigan,andaredescribedas:
paysonorpriortothedateofsaid
sale.Thepropertymentionedand cation COVID-free in your home or business. 24/7
RevisedJudicatureActof1961,pur- BEGINNINGATTHESOUTHEAST
suanttoMCL600.3278theborrower CORNEROFSECTION20,TOWN1
describedintheMortgage,aslocated LAWTON KIDS FIRST own RV. $12,500. (269) service for over 50 years,
intheCityofBangor,CountyofVan
willbeheldresponsibletotheperson SOUTH,RANGE16WEST,ACCORDING
Buren,andStateofMichigan,are CHILDCARE CENTER - look- 624-6970. 269-674-3839.
whobuysthepropertyatthemort- TOTHEGOVERNMENTSURVEYTHEREOF;
gageforeclosuresaleortothemort- THENCENORTHTOTHEEASTANDWEST
moreparticularlydescribedasfollows: ing to hire full time caregiv-
gageholderfordamagingtheproper- Lot209;ExcepttheWest82.5feet
tyduringtheredemptionperiod.
EIGHTHLINEOFTHESOUTHEASTQUAR-
thereof,accordingtoA.H.Morri- er. Must have CDA or Asso- FOR SALE: Scaffolding - MEDICARE INSURANCE
TEROFSAIDSECTION;THENCEWESTON
son’sMapofSouthBangor, ciates in early childcare
Attentionhomeowner:Ifyouare SAIDEIGHTHLINETOTHECENTEROF
accordingtothePlatthereof,as 12 panels/6 units. $1,500 RATES GOING UP
amilitaryservicememberonactive SAIDSOUTHEASTQUARTER;THENCE
duty,ifyourperiodofactivedutyhas SOUTHONTHENORTHANDSOUTH
recordedintheOfficeofthe education. Monday-Friday, (269) 207-9661. Call for a quote today
RegisterofDeedsforVanBuren
concludedlessthan90daysago,orif
youhavebeenorderedtoactiveduty,
EIGHTHLINEOFSAIDSOUTHEASTQUAR-
County;
30+ hours per week. Please Janet Bontrager
TEROTBLACKRIVER;THENCESOUTHERLY
pleasecontacttheattorneyforthe ALONGSAIDRIVERTOTHESOUTHLINE
Address:324AlexanderAve., call Anne, (269) 254-7839. WHEAT STRAW by the Insurance Advisor
partyforeclosingthemortgageatthe Bangor,MI49013;
telephonenumberstatedinthis
OFSAIDSECTION;THENCEEASTONSAID
TaxParcelNo.:80-54-700-209-00; bale, and fieldstone, $25 (269) 998-6977
SECTIONONLINETOBEGINNING.EX-
notice. CEPTBEGINNINGONTHESOUTHLINEOF
togetherwithallexistingorsubse-
quentlyerectedoraffixedbuildings,
FARM HELP WANTED: Full per ton, u-haul. (269)
SECTION20,TOWN1SOUTH,RANGE16 or part-time. Buss Farms, 783-4170.
Thisnoticeisfromadebtcollector. WEST,ATAPOINTSOUTH89DEGREES01
improvements,andfixtures;allease- BUDGET APPLIANCE
ments,rightsofway,streets,roads,
Dateofnotice:March4,2021 MINUTES27SECONDSWEST,350.00FEET
alleys,andpublicplaces,privileges,
(269) 547-4563. SERVICE, 269-685-8902.
FROMTHESOUTHEASTCORNEROFSAID
TrottLaw,P.C. SECTION;THENCECONTINUINGSOUTH
andappurtenances,publicorprivate, FOR SALE: Asparagus 3- Call us today for your
31440NorthwesternHwy,Suite145 noworlaterusedinconnectionwith
FarmingtonHills,MI48334
89DEGREES01MINUTES27SECONDS
thepremises;andallrightstomake NIGHT MANAGER at Wings seat picker as is. Orchard appliance repair or serv-
WEST,ALONGSAIDSOUTHLINE,417.44
(248)642-2515 FEET;THENCENORTH00DEGREES35
divisionsofthelandthatareexempt
of God Transition Home, ladders, grape lugs, picnic ice needs! Quality serv-
1430619 fromtheplattingrequirementsofall
(03-04)(03-25)
MINUTES15SECONDSWEST,PARALLEL
WITHTHEEASTLINEOFSAIDSECTION
applicablelanddivisionorplatting Paw Paw. M-F, 3:00-10:00 tables, 1-ton grape boxes, ice at affordable prices.
Mar.4-Mar.25,2021 acts,asamendedfromtimetotime. upholstery sewing ma-
417.44FEET;THENCENORTH89DEGREES
AttentionPurchasers:thefore- p.m., $13/hr. Visit Face-
01MINUTES27SECONDSEAST,417.44
closingMortgageereservestheright book page for more infor- chine, 2-point plow, irriga-
FEET;THENCESOUTH00DEGREES35
tocancelthesalepriortosaleorto SPRING CLEAN UP - Free
MINUTES15SECONDSEAST,417.44FEET mation. Send letter of tion hose, John Deere
TOTHEPLACEOFBEGINNING.ALSO
rescindthissaleatanytime.Inthat quotes for 2021 mowing
Almena Township EXCEPTBEGINNINGATTHESOUTHEAST
event,yourdamages,ifany,willbelim-
interest and resume to tractor 5310, John Deere
27625 CR 375 itedsolelytothereturnofthebid season - Paw Paw, Mat-
CORNEROFSECTION20,TOWN1
amounttenderedatthesale,plus Rhonda@wingsofgodinc.org tractor 1530, Massey Fer-
Paw Paw MI 49079 SOUTH,RANGE16WEST;THENCESOUTH tawan, Lawton, Gobles.
SYNOPSIS 89DEGREES01MINUTES27SECONDS
interest.Ifthemortgagedpropertyis
and must be received by guson tractor 174, quart
February 17, 2021 soldatforeclosuresaleunderChapter Licensed and insured. 25
TheAlmenaTownshipBoard
WESTALONGTHESOUTHLINEOFSAID
32oftheRevisedJudicatureActof April 2, 2021. fruit boxes. (269) 808-
SECTION350.00FEET;THENCENORTH00
1961,pursuanttoMCL600.3278the years experience. Senior
meetingwascalledtoorderat7:00 DEGREES35MINUTES15SECONDSWEST 0997
p.m.bySupervisorBillVanTassel. PARALLELWITHTHEEASTLINEOFSAID
borrowerwillbeheldresponsibletothe discounts. (269) 655-7052.
DuetotheCOVID-19pandemic, personwhobuysthepropertyatthe
themeetingwasheldbyteleconfer-
SECTION417.44FEET;THENCENORTH89
mortgageforeclosuresaleortothe HELP WANTED: 25 hours
DEGREES01MINUTES27SECONDSEAST,
encefortheboardmembersandthe
publictoparticipate.
350.00FEETTOSAIDEASTLINE;THENCE
SOUTH00DEGREES35MINUTES15SEC-
mortgageholderfordamagingthe
propertyduringtheredemptionperi-
per week. Apply in per- MISCELLANEOUS HB HANDYMAN SERVICES
Boardmemberspresent(inper- ONDSEASTALONGSAIDEASTLINE
od. son. The Kendall Store, IS LOOKING FOR WORK!!
son):BillVanTassel,SandraRickli AttentionHomeowner:Ifyouare
27029 CR 388, Gobles. CERTIFIED BOB ROSS
417.44FEETTOTHEPLACEOFBEGIN-
amilitaryservicememberonactive Specializing in window
Viateleconference:NickToman, NING. PAINTING. Call for class-
GeoffMoffat,TimKloosterman,andKelly 15070CountyRoad687,
duty,ifyourperiodofactivedutyhas leaks, caulking, driveway
Redmond. concludedlessthan90daysago,orif es, dates/times. LEAVE
Absent:GregBabikñjoined
SouthHaven,Michigan49090
youhavebeenorderedtoactiveduty, WANTED: Full and part- cracks, roofing, siding, sof-
Theredemptionperiodshallbe6 pleasecontacttheattorneyforthe MESSAGE (269) 365-4251.
meetingat8:00pm,viateleconfer-
monthsfromthedateofsuchsale, partyforeclosingthemortgageatthe time local farm workers fit/fascia, flooring, paint/
ence.
TeleconferenceGuests:Deputy unlessdeterminedabandonedin telephonenumberstatedinthis with tractor experience. stain, drywall, decks, pres-
WalterGrech,SheriffDanAbbott,and accordancewithMCLAß600.3241a,in notice. FISH FOR STOCKING - sure washing, & much
DickGodfrey. whichcasetheredemptionperiodshall Thelengthoftheredemption Competitive pay. Call Most varieties - ponds,
Rollcall:TimKloosterman-home, be30daysfromthedateofsuchsale. periodwillbeone(1)yearfromdate
(269) 760-0668. more. Over 15 years experi-
NickToman-home,GeoffMoffat-home, Ifthepropertyissoldatforeclo- ofsale,unlesstheredemptionperiodis lakes. Laggis’ Fish Farm, ence! No job too small. Call
SandraRickli-townshiphall,GregBabik suresale,pursuanttoMCL600.3278,the shortenedpursuanttoMCL600.3241a
ñabsent(joinedlate)andBillVan borrowerwillbeheldresponsibletothe orMCL600.3238,inwhichcasethe (269) 628-2056 Days, or text for a free estimate,
Tassel-townshiphall. personwhobuysthepropertyatthe redemptionperiodshallbe30days (269) 624-6215 Evenings.
ThePledgeofAllegiancewasled mortgageforeclosuresaleortothe fromthedateofsaleorasotherwise STATE OF MICHIGAN 269-599-8532. Insured.
bytheSupervisor. mortgageholderfordamagetothe providedbystatute. JUDICIAL COURT-FAMILY DIVISION
propertyduringtheredemptionperiod. VAN BUREN COUNTY
Business conducted: DATED: March 4, 2021 PUBLICATION OF NOTICE
RETAIL HOME AND AUTO INSUR-
a.SupervisorVanTasselcalledthe Dated:March18,2021 ANDREW W. BARNES (P70571) OF HEARING FOR NAME CHANGE
meetingtoorderat7:00p.m. FileNo.20-005976 KOTZ SANGSTER WYSOCKI P.C. CASE NO. and JUDGE ANCE. Call or Text Mitten
b.Agendaapprovedasamended. FirmName:OrlansPC
FirmAddress:1650WestBigBeaver
ATTORNEYS FOR HONOR CREDIT
UNION
2021 7006 NC
CourtAddress:212E.PawPawSt.,
THIS-N-THAT THRIFT SHOP: Insurance Agency LLC @
c.MeetingminutesofFebruary17,2021
approvedasamended. Road,TroyMI48084 317 Center Street, South Haven, MI Ste.220,PawPaw,MI49079 Open every day, 10 a.m.-4 (269) 340-0395 or visit
FirmPhoneNumber:(248)502.1400 Courttelephoneno.:269-657-8225
d.Billsreceived/motionpassedfor
(03-18)(04-08)
49090
(269) 591-6915 In the matter of:
p.m. New: paper goods, our site www.mittena-
approvalofbills,totalof
$40,948.64 March18-April8,2021 Mar.4-Mar.25,2021 Brookelynn Elizabeth Rose Sparks birthday supplies, porce- gency.com.
e.ReportreceivedfromDickGodfrey, TOALLPERSONS,includingthose
CountyCommissioner. whoseaddressisunknownandwhose lain dolls, party supplies,
f.ReportreceivedfromtheDeputy interestinthemattermaybebarredor essential oils, incense,
WalterGrech:150servicecallsin THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. affectedbythefollowing: AFFORDABLE LAWN CARE
TAKE NOTICE: Ahearingwillbe gift bags & more. Used:
January. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
heldonApril22,2021at10:00a.m.at Service - Spring clean-up,
g.Limitedpubliccommentreceived NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE china, glassware, books,
fromresidents. BY ADVERTISEMENT
PROBATECOURT,Courtroom#3before lawn mowing. Senior dis-
h.ClerkreportreceivedfromSandra JudgeDavidJ.DiStefano(P35010)to jewelry, collector plates,
DefaulthavingbeenmadeintheconditionsofacertainMortgagemadeby
changethenameof: count. Free estimates. (269)
Rickli. MARYE.WATSON,assurvivorofFreemanWatsonwhoseDeathCertificateisrecord-
Brookelynn Elizabeth Rose Sparks
salt & pepper shakers &
i.TreasurerreportreceivedfromGeoff edinLiber918,Page317,55139CR388,GrandJunction,MI49056toSTURGISBANK 599-7287.
Moffat &TRUSTCOMPANY,125E.ChicagoRoad,Sturgis,MI49091datedJune4,2012,and
35803CountyRoad358 much more. 1 mile West
j.SupervisorreportreceivedfromBillVan PawPaw,MI49079
Tassel
recordedintheofficeoftheRegisterofDeedsfortheCountyofVanBurenand 269-338-5275 of Downtown Paw Paw
StateofMichigan,onJune14,2012inLiber1568ofMortgages,onpage827,Van
k.LimitedPublicCommentreceived BurenCountyRecordsandonwhichMortgagethereisclaimedtobedueonthe
to on Red Arrow Highway, FREE HAULING AWAY of
fromafewresidents. Brookelynn Elizabeth Rose Kelly.
l.PlanningCommissionreportreceived
dateofthisnotice,forprincipalandinterestthesumofSeventeenThousandOne March250,2021 across from H&R Block. recyclable metals, cop-
HundredEighty-Twoand67/100($17,182.67)Dollarsonthemortgageandnopro-
fromNickToman. ceedingshavingbeeninstitutedtorecoverthedebtnowremainingsecuredbysaid per, brass, electric & gas
m.HurleyandStewartSpecialLandUse
foraself-storagefacility.
Mortgage,oranypartthereof,wherebythepowerofsalecontainedinsaid FRESH GREENHOUSE motors, wires, mowers,
Mortgagehasbecomeoperative;
Motionpassedtoapprove
NowTherefore,NoticeisGiventhatbyvirtueofthepowerofsalecontainedin STATE OF MICHIGAN HERB PLANTS - Basil, old tools, batteries, a/c,
Resolution2021-03specialland PROBATE COURT
usepermitfortheself-storage
saidMortgagesandundersection3212oftherevisedjudicatureactof1961,1961
PA236,MCL600.3212,thesaidMortgagewillbeforeclosedbyasaleofthemort- COUNTY OF VAN BUREN cilantro, many varieties. etc. Retired gentleman.
facilitysubmittedbyHurleyand Call Mike, 269-903-5703
StewartforWhiskeyRun,LLCat gagedpremisesthereindescribedorsomuchthereofasmaybenecessary,ata
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Tuttle Floral Co., 269-657-
27581M-43,ParcelID80-01-015- publicauctionsale,tothehighestbidderforcashorcashier’scheck,atthefront for fast, courteous pick
021-20withtheconditionsaslist stepsoftheCourthouseintheCityofPawPawandCountyofVanBuren,Michigan, Decedent’s Estate 5280. Bring in this ad and
ed. thatbeingtheplaceofholdingCircuitCourtinandforsaidCounty,onApril15,2021 FILE NO. 2021-1042 DE
EstateofWindleA.Terry get a FREE HERB POT up. Thanks in advance.
atpromptly1:00o’clockintheafternoonofsaidday;whichsaidmortgageprem-
GeoffMoffatsubmittedafriendly DateofBirth:September26,1943 Again, free hauling.
amendment:Allstormwaterrun- isesaredescribedasfollows,to-wit:
NOTICE TO CREDITORS: with purchase.
offshallbedirectedtooneor TownshipofColumbia,CountyofVanBuren,StateofMichigan,isdescribedasfol-
Thedecedent,WindleA.Terry,
morestormwaterdetention lows:
basinsonsite,constructedtothe Thelandreferredtointhispolicy,situatedintheTownshipofColumbia,Countyof
diedJanuary12,2021. ANTHONY’S LAWN CARE
Creditorsofthedecedentare
VanBurenCountyDrainCommis- VanBuren,StateofMichigan,isdescribedasfollows:
notifiedthatallclaimsagainstthe SALES Now accepting new cli-
sionDevelopmentspecifications. ThatpartoftheSoutheast1/4oftheSouthwest1/4ofSection5,Town1South,
n.MotionpassedtorequestthePlan- Range15West,ColumbiaTownship,VanBurenCounty,Michigan,accordingto
estatewillbeforeverbarredunlesspre- ents for the 2021 lawn
sentedtoPatriciaI.Terry,personalrep-
ningCommissiontoundertake theGovernmentSurveythereof,lyingSoutherlyoftherightofwayofthe resentative,ortoboththeprobate ALL SECURE SELF STOR- season. Spring clean
procedurestobringtheprovisions KalamazooandSouthHavenRailroad,alsoknownastheMichiganCentral
oftheAlmenaTownshipZoning Railroad,nowknownasthePennCentralRailroad.AlsotheNortheast1/4ofthe
courtat212PawPawStreet,Suite220, AGE will hold sale of ups, brush, leaves and
PawPaw,MI49079,andthepersonal
Ordinanceintoalignmentwith Northwest1/4ofSection8,Town1South,Range15West,accordingtothe representativewithin4monthsafter abandoned property at a debris removal. Free es-
theadoptedAlmenaTownship GovernmentSurveythereof.Address:355139CR388,GrandJunction,MI49056; thedateofpublicationofthisnotice.
MasterPlanFutureLandUse,2017 TaxID:80-06-005-016-10;80-06-008-005-10;80-06-005-016-15;80-06-008-005-15. Dated:March15,2021
public sale pursuant in timates and Senior Dis-
edition. Saidpremiseswillbesoldtopaytheamountasaforesaidthendueonsaid Attorney 540.521-570.527: Public counts. The best work
o.Motionpassedtore-appointJimHor- Mortgagetogetherwith5.25%percentinterestontheMortgage,legalcosts,attor- ElizabethV.Bauer(P26187)
tontothePlanningCommission neys’feesandalsoanytaxesandinsurancethatsaidMortgageedoespayonor 128EastBridgeStreet
Auction: 3/30/21 at or for the best price, guar-
foranotherthreeyearterm. priortothedateofsaidsale.TheamountdueonsaidMortgagemaybegreateron after 9:30 a.m. EST:
p.Motionpassedtore-appointJimHor- thedayofthesale.Placingthehighestbidatthesaledoesnotautomaticallyenti-
Plainwell,Michigan49080 anteed. (269) 599-9528.
(269)685-6883
tontotheZoningBoardofAp- tlethepurchasertofreeandclearownershipoftheproperty.Apotentialpurchaser PersonalRepresentative 37404 W. Red Arrow
pealsforanotherthreeyearterm.
q.Motionpassedtoapprovethepur
isencouragedtocontactthecountyregisterofdeedsofficeoratitleinsurance PatriciaI.Terry Highway, Paw Paw: Anna
company,eitherofwhichmaychargeafeeforthisinformation. 3165362ndAvenue
chaseofanAEDtobeusedat PursuanttoMCL600.3240,thelastdaytoredeemtheSheriff’sDeedwillbe Lawton,Michigan49065 Charles, 207, 213.
thetownshipfor$1,295.
r.GeoffMoffatsharedthatPublicAct
October15,2021,however,ifanAffidavitofAbandonmentisfiledwiththeRegister
ofDeeds,thelastdaytoredeemwillbeMay15,2021,oruntilthetimetoprovide
(269)624-1098
March25,2021 WANTED
156of1917makesitpossibleto thenoticewasrequiredbyMCL600.3241a(c)expires,whicheverislater.
designatetownshippropertyas
parklands,toapplyforparkand
Ifsaidpropertyisinfactsoldattheabove-describedforeclosuresale,pursuant SERVICES WANTED: Standing tim-
toMCL600.3278,theabovelistedMortgagorwillberesponsibletothepersonwho
recreationgrants.Thiswillbeon ber. Top Michigan lumber
theMarchagendaforresolution
buysthepropertyattheforeclosuresaleortoSturgisBank&TrustCompanyfordam- BACKHOE SERVICE - Lot manufacturer seeking
agingthepropertyduringtheredemptionperiod.
consideration. Clearing, Fence Lines, Wat-
ATTENTIONPURCHASERS:Thissalemayberescindedbytheforeclosingmort-
s.MattawanVillageTreatmentFacility-
gagee.Inthatevent,yourdamages,ifany,shallbelimitedsolelytothereturnofthe THE OFFICES OF landowners with 25 or
Nothingnewtoreport.
bidamounttenderedatsale,plusinterest.
er Line, Remove Stumps. more mature hardwood
t.OpenPublicCommentwasreceived
frommanytownshipresidents. Dated:March15,2021SturgisBank&TrustCompany THE COURIER-LEADER No Job Too Small. E-mail trees to sell. Qualityhard-
u.Motionpassedtoadjournthemeet- Mortgagee. backhoe2020@yahoo.com
ingat9:30pm. HaasCaywoodPC AND woodsinc.com 517-566-
Completecopyavailableat By:P.JosephHaas,Jr. Call or Text (269) 436-0765. 8061.
AlmenaTownshipHall.Officehrs:M-W-F
9-4p.m.
Attorneyfor:
SturgisBank&TrustCompany
PAW PAW FLASHES Reasonable Rates.
Completecopyalsoavailableon BusinessAddress: ARE NOW LOCATED AT:
ourwebsiteat 112SouthMonroeStreet
TREE SERVICE: Trim, top, WANTED: Sports and
www.almenatownship.net Sturgis,MI49091 125 E. MICHIGAN AVE. Pokemon cards and video
(269)651-3281March18-Apr.1,2021 remove. Portable sawmill
Summarysubmittedby PAW PAW service. Insured. Call John, games, vintage electron-
SandraRickli,Clerk,AlmenaTownship
March25,2021 269-657-3749; 269-998- ics, old toys. Call Nate,
SEND NOTICES TO: legals@vineyardpress.biz 3521. (269) 720-2589.
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