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Iron River Police Chief Mike Goriesky waves on Stambaugh Elementary School students and teachers as they walk together through the neighbor-hood to celebrate “National Walk at Lunch” day on Wednesday, April 25.

The school is committed to building healthy children, both physically and academically, said Denise Maloney, WIC wellness coordinator. About 400 kindergarten through fi fth grade students plus staff participated.

On the move

IRON RIVER--The West End Players of Iron County invite the community to Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinder-ella.”

Three performances are scheduled: Friday, May 4, at 7 p.m., Sunday, May 6, at 2 p.m., and Monday, May 7, at 7 p.m. at the Windsor Center, 612 West Adams St. (U.S. 2). Tickets can be purchased at the door for $5.

This will be the West End Players eighth production. Past productions included Grease, Aladdin Jr., A Christmas Car-ol, South Pacifi c, Beauty and the Beast, Willy Wonka Jr. and Annie Jr.

Cast members in the West End Players’ production of “Cinder-ella” are, front row, Michaela Munn, Eli Munn, Vivian Tass, Eli-ana Holroyd, Addy Howel, Brittany Cunningham and Hannah Swanson; second row, Pat Wensel, Isaac Serbinski, Lizzy Rom-

etti, Kaitlyn Munn, Emily Howell and Kalee Hernandez; back row, Bobbie Jo and John Munn, Abby Timbrook, Allie Brendel, Josh Miskell, Amy Cunningham, Sarah Miskell and Catherine Novak (West End Players photo)

‘Cinderella’ on West End Players playbill“Cinderella,” the timeless

enchantment of a magical fairy tale, is reborn with the Rodgers and Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and el-egance, said a spokesperson.

Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, “Cinderella” was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium.

Its recreation in 1965 star-ring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in trans-porting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cin-

derella and Whitney Houston as her fairy godmother. As adapted for the stage, with great warmth and more than a touch of hilarity, the hearts of children and adults alike still soar when the slipper fi ts.

The cast includes: Al-lie Brendel (Cinderella), Wyatt Cross (king), Amy Cunningham (townsperson/dancer), Brittany Cunningham (townsperson/dancer), Kalee Hernandez (Portia), Eliana Holroyd (townsperson/server), Addy Howell (townsperson/server), Emily Howell (Joy), Traci Howell (minister), Dan Johnson (guard/chef/dancer), Josh Miskell (Prince Charm-

ing), Sarah Miskell (God-mother), Bobbie Jo Munn (townsperson/dancer), Eli Munn (little boy/dancer), John Munn (townsperson/dancer), Kaitlyn Munn (townsper-son/server), Michaela Munn (townsperson/server), Cathe-rine Novak (stepmother), Paul Peterson (townsperson/danc-er), Lizzy Rometti (townsper-son/dancer), Isaac Serbinski (herald/captain of the guard), Hannah Swanson (steward/townsperson), Dawn Swan-son (clumsy dancer), Abby Timbrook (queen), Sydney Timbrook (tailor/townsper-son/server) and Pat Wensel (townsperson).

IRON COUNTY—Next Tues-day, May 8, is an election day in Iron County and the rest of Michigan, but only Hematite Township voters have any-thing on the ballot. On that day, township vot-ers must decide whether to re-new the township’s fi ve-mill operating levy. The funds, $75,584.40 in the fi rst year, is for general township opera-tions. The levy is for fi ve years, 2013 to 2017, and will replace the existing fi ve-mill levy, which expires this year. The next election in Iron County will be the state prima-ry, Aug. 7, which will decide

Hematite Twp.mill vote May 8

the fi eld of candidates for the general election on Nov. 6. Candidates for partisan and non-partisan offi ce have started announcing their plans. The deadline for candidates to fi le nominating petitions is May 15—after the May 18 withdrawal deadline passes, the fi eld for the primary will be set. May 15 is also the deadline for local and county ballot pro-posals to be fi led for the Aug. 7 primary.

By Marian VolekIRON RIVER—The Iron Riv-er City Council passed an ordi-nance prohibiting the feeding of certain animals, including deer, within city limits. The ordinance was adopt-ed following a public hearing preceding the council’s April 18 regular meeting. Comments taken during the hearing were primarily concerned with enforcement. City Manager John Archoc-osky said a police offi cer is typically assigned as an en-forcement offi cer and has the authority to issue citations for violations of the ordinance. Violations would occur in the cases of intentionally “furnishing or otherwise mak-ing available any human food, pet food, hay, forage product or supplement, or other sub-stance which is likely to be consumed by certain animals, birds or waterfowl.” The ordinance will become

Iron River cityadopts feedingban ordinance

effective 30 days following publication. In his report to the coun-cil, attorney Mark Tousignant gave an update on the status of the former Coast-to-Coast building on the corner of Third Avenue and Genesee Street. Bricks from the façade had fallen onto the sidewalk, and the city cordoned off the area. The title to the parcel has changed hands in the interim, Tousignant, and the former owner had been cited and paid fi nes. The new owners will begin to receive citations. The owner of the former River City Lanes continues to be fi ned, said Tousignant, and in response to a concern by a council member, he said no ordinance violations were involved with the basement/foundation standing at the cor-ner of Lay Avenue and Gene-see Street. Continued on Page 5

CRYSTAL FALLS—Testi-mony continues this week in the David Levack trial in Iron County Trial Court here. Levack, 45, of Kingsford was charged in October 2011 for the murder of Joyce John-son, 81, of Stambaugh Town-ship, who was scheduled to testify against him in a stolen property case on Sept. 27, 2011. Levack is charged with open murder, felony murder, fi rst degree home invasion and witness intimidation. If convicted of felony mur-der or fi rst degree murder, Le-vack could face life in prison without the possibility of pa-role. A second degree murder conviction could see a term of life or any term of years up to life, with the possibility of pa-role. On the home invasion charges, he faces up to 20 years, and on witness intimi-

Levack trial in second weekdation, up to 15 years. Mrs. Johnson was the vic-tim of a 2008 larceny and was scheduled to testify against Levack. Johnson’s failure to appear at the Sept. 27 court proceeding led law enforce-ment to her home, where they found her body. Jury selection took place in Iron County Trial Court on Monday, April 23, taking just over eight hours. Eight women and six men were selected--12 jurors and two alternates. Lat-er in the week, on Friday, one of the jurors was dismissed for medical reasons. Iron County Prosecuting Attorney Melissa Powell is trying the case against Le-vack, who is represented by Iron Mountain attorney Dan Jaspen. Testimony began Tuesday, April 24, with opening state-ments from Powell and Jas-pen, followed by witnesses for the prosecution.

Shari Branham, daughter of the victim, testifi ed, as did Iron County Undersheriff Tom Courchaine and Iron County Sheriff’s Deputies Leonard Brezek, Adam Schiavo, Brent Benson and Ryan Boemke. According to Boemke’s testimony, he was the fi rst on the scene after being dis-patched to complete a well-being check on. Johnson. Brezek stated that Mrs. Johnson’s failure to show up at the trial on Sept. 27 was “very unusual,” recalling her com-mitment to follow up on the case. Boemke reported that upon arrival at the Johnson home, he found a Fed Ex claim ticket, dated Sept. 26, hanging from a garage light as well as an up-stairs window screen that ap-peared to be cut. When she didn’t answer the door, and he could not gain en-try to the home, Boehmke con-tacted Sheriff Mark Valesano,

who, along with Courchaine, went to the home to assist. The sheriff and undersher-iff were able to gain entry to the home and were inside be-fore Boemke, according to the deputy. Mrs. Johnson was found dead in her bathroom and, ac-cording to Boemke, he then contacted Sgt. Wade Cross to get a medical examiner and an evidence tech on the scene be-fore canvassing the area. During that time he en-countered two young women picking apples near the John-son home. The two, identifi ed as Jenna Dobson and Cami Fittante, said that they had not seen anything suspicious oc-cur. Benson told the jury that while he was at the Johnson home, he had found a hand gun on the living room couch and that he also took part in canvassing the area. Continued on Page 5

CRYSTAL FALLS—The Iron Conservation District has an-nounced it is holding its third county-wide recycling collec-tion day on Saturday, May 5, from 8 a.m. until noon at the side parking area of the Crys-tal Falls Township Hall at the intersection of U.S. 2 and 141. This service is available to all Iron County residents. The following will be col-lected: all metals, appliances (i.e. refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, washers, dryers, microwaves, stoves, VCRs, air conditioners) and tin cans; car/ATV/lawn mower batteries (all lead-based batteries); com-puters and computer-related

County-wide recycling day planned for May 5

items; television sets; news-papers, offi ce paper, glossy papers (ads/magazines), books (hard-and soft-cover), junk mail and cardboard. Television sets are being collected again this year. How-ever, they can only be accept-ed until the Goodwill truck is fi lled, so it’s best to come early to drop them off. For anyone traveling to Iron Mountain or Marquette, Goodwill ac-cepts TVs at its stores, as does American in Marquette, with no cost to the person. If there is Freon in any of the appliances, a $10 fee will be collected for its removal. Continued on Page 5

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IRON RIVER—Massage therapist and T’ai Chi Chih in-structor Leila Phillips opened her studio, In Essence, in the Genesee Street Mall. She will be offering T’ai Chi Chih classes, massage therapy and energy balancing at the studio. Phillips describes T’ai Chi Chih as a discipline that incor-porates slow focused move-ments appropriate for all ages and physical ability. The exercise is recom-mended for serenity and health, she says, along with heightened energy, improved

Iron County Chamber of Commerce board members and friends welcomed Leila Phillips, owner of In Essence, as a chamber member with a ribbon-cutting ceremony April 26. Attend-ing were, from left, board members Mike Demske, Lindsay Demske, Paul Martin, Wilma Kallies, Phillips (center), Jill Ponozzo, Chamber Executive Director Bob Black, Olga Oloier, Julie Harp, Bev Camp, friends Jim Brackett and Barbara Bartel and chamber board mem-ber Danelle Dove.

In Essence opens in Genesee Street Mall

balance and fl exibility and an expansion of creativity and awareness. To celebrate the opening of In Essence, the community is invited to an open house on Friday, May 4, from 1 to 6 p.m. A drawing will be held for a complimentary half-hour massage and a T’ai Chi Chih session. Phillips has been facili-tating T’ai Chi Chih classes since 2006. After returning to Iron River three years ago, she has held classes at the Windsor Center and the West Iron Dis-

trict Library. She received her massage therapy training at Wellness Skills in Dallas, Texas, in 1993, and the Monterey Insti-tute of Touch in Carmel, Ca-lif., in 2001. In honor of mothers and Mother’s Day, In Essence will be holding a mother-daughter T’ai Chi Chih class beginning in June. One can sign up for this or other classes at the open house, or by calling 265-9563 with inquiries or to make an appointment for massage ther-apy.

CRYSTAL FALLS—It’s a new look and a new location for Adrienne’s Hair Studio & Spa, which celebrated its grand opening April 23 with a tour of the facility, sample giveaways, raffl es, refreshments and up-per body massage demonstra-tions. A special treat was the ap-pearance of Jonah and Jordan of Kyndred, sharing their mu-sical talents during the grand opening. The line of area residents and visitors kept the staff and volunteers on their toes as they handed out free samples, infor-mation on what the new salon will be offering to its clients along with a tour of the new facility.

Kyndred’s Jonah and Jordan entertain during the grand opening of Adrienne’s Hair Studio & Spa on April 23. Also pictured are Adrienne Stachowicz, owner/stylist; Abbie Gasaway, massage therapist; and Libbi Ivey, owner/stylist. Not pictured is Kara Wollard, nail techni-cian.

Adrienne Stachowicz, Abbie Gasaway and Libbi Ivey wel-comed customers and visitors to the grand opening of Adri-enne’s Hair Studio & Spa, located at 25 N. Fifth St. in Crys-tal Falls.

Adrienne’s Hair Studio &Spa holds grand opening

The new location, 25 N. Fifth St., is a familiar site for Crystal Falls residents. It’s the former location of Shelley’s Ice Cream Station as well as the former Snack Shop. Now, customers coming through the doors will be treat-ed to a three-station hair studio as well as the new spa, which will featured a massage thera-pist, a nail technician, waxing, tanning room and a shiatsu pedicure chair. As part of its grand open-ing, Adrienne’s Hair Studio & Spa is offering a special $40 massage and tanning pack-ages of 15 sessions for $25 or one month for $40. These spe-cials will be available through May.

Staff members include Adrienne Stachowicz, owner/stylist; Libbi Ivey, owner/styl-ist; Abbie Gasaway, massage therapist; and Kara Wollard, nail technician. The four represent 52 years of combined experienced, notes Adrienne. “We wanted more of an ‘all-in-one’ offering a spa and hair care service,” said Adri-enne. “More of a nice elegant look, but with competitive prices.” New services for clients, said Adrienne, include a four-potted waxing system for the different skin types. There’s ample parking for clients, she noted. Both Adrienne and Libbi are master hair colorists. Ab-bie also does exfoliations, body scrubs, chocolate body wraps and wheat detoxifi ca-tions to tone the skin. The Hair Studio, which had been located at the Jubi-lee Foods building for the past seven years, closed in January and reopened at its new loca-tion on April 1, following the 2 1 /2-month renovation proj-ect. “There were no walls in-side,” said Adrienne. “We completely redid everything to have a more elegant look, but to have it be gender friendly.” The Hair Studio and Spa is open Monday through Friday with appointments available on Saturday. Although each of the staff has their own clientele and hours, walk-ins are welcome. For more information, or to make an appointment, call the Hair Studio & Spa at 875-9935.

FLINT—Diplomat Specialty Pharmacy, the nation’s larg-est, privately owned special-ty pharmacy, has announced Vice President and General Counsel Ryan Ruzziconi received the 2012 Crain’s Detroit Business Magazine’sGeneral and In-House Coun-sel award in the private com-pany, revenue under $1 bil-lion category.

Crain’s Detroit Business Magazine chose Ruzziconi for the award based on his high profi le legal work over the past two years, including creating an in-house legal de-partment for Diplomat Phar-macy, negotiating a ground-breaking industry contract with Pfi zer Pharmaceuticals and successfully managing a patient privacy audit by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Offi ce of Civil Rights. Ruzziconi was honored at the Crain’s General and In-House Summit event at the Inn at St. John’s in Plymouth on April 25. To read the full Crain’s Detroit Business Magazine

Ruzziconi receives Crain’s award

Ryan Ruzziconi (Ruzziconi photo)

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CRYSTAL FALLS—On Sun-day, May 6 at 6 p.m., Tim Er-iksen and Red Tail Ring will present a concert of American Roots music at the Crystal Falls Township Hall here, lo-cated at the corner of U.S. 2 and U.S. 141. Eriksen’s music is self-described as “hardcore Ameri-cana” – a raw and pure blend of his skilled interpretation of old ballads, love songs, shape-note gospel and dance tunes from New England and southern Appalachian as well as original compositions based on his many musical roots. The duo Red Tail Ring (Laurel Premo and Michael Beauchamp) will perform an opening set inspired by a love of traditional music. Tim Eriksen combines hair-raising vocals with inven-tive accompaniment on banjo, fi ddle, guitar, and bajo sexto (a 12-string Mexican acous-tic bass), and is acclaimed for transforming American tradi-tion with his startling interpre-tations of New England and

Tim Eriksen will perform with Red Tail Ring in a concert of American Roots music on Sunday, May 6, at the Crystal Falls Township Hall. (Premo photo)

American Roots concert set at CF Township HallAppalachian music. Eriksen’s past work in-cludes extensive contribu-tions to the soundtrack of the Oscar-winning fi lm, “Cold Mountain,” as well as collabo-ration with Afro-Cuban world jazz pianist Omar Sosa, for the 2010 Grammy nominated al-bum, “Across the Divide.” Red Tail Ring has made haunting, close harmonies a centerpiece that is supported by a foundation of intricate instrumentation from fi ddle, clawhammer banjo, mandolin, and guitar. Working as stewards of the traditional music that they love, Premo and Beauchamp have presented workshops and performances to audiences ranging from Michigan el-ementary schools to university students in Denmark. Concert seating is limited and tickets ($10) are available at Northern Michigan Bank (Kingsford), Ben Franklin (Crystal Falls), Central Arts & Gifts (Iron River), or by call-ing 906-822-7889.

IRON RIVER— “A Living Food Community” with Linda Kinnunen will present a raw food sampler and potluck at First Lutheran Church here on Saturday, May 5, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Come taste what tempting delights you can savor in raw living food,” said a spokesper-son. “Vegetables don’t have to be boring and it’s not just about salads. Pastor Bonny Kinnunen will share samples of her yum-my hummus and delectable onion loaf crackers. Her sister, Linda, plans to make banana ice cream— from real bananas. This food is free of gluten, added sugar, preservatives and food colorings. “It’s just plain good-for-you food that’s yummy, too.

Raw food sampler, potluck set at First Lutheran Church

Dedicated raw fooders and newbies alike are sure to enjoy this premier event.” Cost is $6 per person. “Or bring a dish made from uncooked vegetables, fruits, seeds or nuts—nothing from an animal – for $2 per person. Please bring an ingredient list to share. Need a recipe? Call Pastor Bonny at 265-9518. A living food community seeks to create awareness of not only the wonderful fl avors of raw living food but also the potential health benefi ts it can offer. Linda Kinnunen has ex-perienced success personally with weight and blood sugar issues. She has studied at Creative Health Institute in Union City, Mich., and is a Hallelujah Acres health minister.

CRYSTAL FALLS—The May meeting of Unit No. 87 American Legion Auxiliary of the Louis Bowman Post will be Tuesday, May 8, at 10:30 a.m. at the Crystal Falls Senior Citizens’ Center. “If you’d like to stay for brunch, make a reservation by calling 875-6709,” said a spokesperson. Volunteer community service hours for December through March totaled 2,396 hours. “Members, please call 875-3902 with your hours for April. We are trying to wind up collecting the 2012 dues. If anyone hasn’t received their notices from national and not paid their dues, please send $17 to 125 High Street, Crys-tal Falls.” During the April business meeting, the membership vot-ed donations to the USO and to America’s vet dogs. The poppies are here and on May 16 and 17 members of

Unit 87 to meet May 8the Post and Auxiliary will be offering them to the public for a donation. “We thank everyone who contributes, and also the Jubi-lee IGA for allowing us to be at their store.” Anyone wanting to help with knitting or crocheting slipper-sox for members of the Armed Forces are asked to call 875-3902 for information or patterns. If no answer leave a message with your phone number. “Please notify Chaplain Jean at 875-6684 if any mem-ber is ill.”

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1st Max Hurd & Lorraine Meinhardt 60.4; 2nd TIE: Ben & Diane Smith and Dave Tarsi & Mark Melchiori 47.9. Next session May 2 at 6 p.m. at the West Iron District Library. All players welcome. Call 265-4294 to register.

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IRON RIVER—The First Lutheran Church’s worship service is now on WIKB 99.1 FM. “It is a true joy to be on the WIKB FM. It is a great min-istry for our community,” said Pastor Bonny Kinnunen. First Lutheran has a 42-year long history on the air. “The worship service was fi rst broadcast in 1970,” said Jay Barry, previous general manager of WIKB. “There were so many el-derly people in our communi-ty who were not able to attend church.” This concern was the mo-tivation to make the broadcast happen. The beginning cost was $15 a Sunday. Two years ago, the worship

First Lutheran service on WIKBservice was moved to WFER 1230 AM. It caused some grief for many as the AM side of the radio station does not have the coverage that the FM side does. As of April 1, 2012, the worship service has been moved to WIKB 99.1 FM. Jim Coursolle, the new owner of the station, has been in discussion with Kinnunen, she said. “Working together, and through God’s grace, the wor-ship service was returned to the FM dial. Many have stated

their appreciation for the re-turn to the FM dial.” Thrivent Financial has also agreed to support the effort. Now with upgrades in broadcasting media, the wor-ship service is also webcast on WIKB 99.1 FM. “Parishioners who were wintering in New Mexico stayed home and listened to their home church worship,” Kinnunen noted. “They reported the signal was loud and clear, and they were pleased that Jane Holm was honored for her 40 years as choir director.”

IRON RIVER—The Diabe-tes Support Group will meet Wednesday, May 9, at 2 p.m. at the West Iron District Li-brary in the conference room. Great Lakes Medical is once again sponsoring Diabe-tes Bingo, a fun way to learn about diabetes, complete with prizes. Anyone with diabetes or that has family/friends with diabetes is welcome to come. If you have any questions about support group meetings or diabetes education, call the diabetes clinic offi ce of North-Star Health System at 265-2153.

Diabetes group to meet

IRON RIVER--On Thursday, May 3, the Iron County Ge-nealogical Society will meet at 1 p.m. in the J. Patrick White Conference Room at the West Iron District Library. Pat Turner will be discuss-ing the recent release of the 1940 census and the volunteer indexing she has been doing. Though it will be some time before the indexing is complete, you can still search free census images online. Turner will demonstrate how to do this. “If you have a laptop com-puter, please bring it to this session. The group will be sharing and assisting those in attendance,” said a spokesper-son. Meetings are open to all in-dividuals.

Genealogy society to meet For more information visit the website: www.ironcoun-tymigenealogicalsocieety.org.

Pelo Bandinformationbeing soughtCASPIAN—The Iron County Historical Museum’s Archives Department is seeking information on Pelo’s Juvenile Band of Iron River. Anyone with information is asked to call the museum at 265-2617 or email: [email protected].

IRON RIVER—The local group of rubber stamp/scrap artists will meet at the West Iron District Library in the J. Patrick White Conference Room on Tuesday, May 8, at 4:30 p.m. (Please note the change of day.) Library personnel will briefl y demonstrate to the group new scanner equip-ment at the library that could be very useful to stampers and scrapbookers. The scanner can copy pho-tos, slides and negatives, al-lowing editing, re-sizing and printing; as well as other func-tions. Master Stamper Victoria Poulos will be the demonstra-tor. Please bring the following items if you have them: card-stock, scissors, bone folder, papercutter, and adhesive. Other interested people are encouraged to attend and bring projects they are currently working on. Newcomers are welcome. The crafting group meets monthly.

Rubber stamping group to meet


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Ten years ago (2002)Brittanie Barry, 6, daughter of Donna and Darin Barry, saw an article in the Reporter about the “Locks For Love” program and thought that she would like to contribute. Hairstylist Mary Kay McNamara from Chris’s Hair Studio of Iron River cut 13 inches of Brittanie’s hair, which will be used to make wigs for cancer patients. Rene Cary and Toni Ann Franz, employees at the Iron County Medical Care Facility, have been named recipients of the Hearts and Hands award for 2001. Army Cpl. Brian L. Franz, son of Gary L. and Barb K. Franz of Iron River, has been decorated with the Army Achievement Medal.

Twenty-five years ago (1987) Congratulations to Ran-dy and Kathie Thunander of Caspian on the birth of Kara Ann on May 6 at Iron County General Hospital. She joins two brothers, Kevin and Ryan. Mary J. Greig, daugh-ter of Sharon Zyskowski and Lowell Greig of Iron River, and Gerald Bousson, son of Joseph and Georgia Bousson of

Mount Clemens, were married in a double ring ceremony on March 20. David Hamacher, formerly of Iron River, scheduled to graduate in the spring of 1989 from Michigan State Uni-versity’s College of Human Medicine Medical School, plans to become a primary care physician and return to the U.P. to practice.

Fifty years ago (1962) Remodeling of the Nasser building on Genesee Street is under way in preparation for the expected July 1 opening of a new Coast to Coast store by Walter Carlson of Stambaugh.

Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Barry of Ladysmith, Wis. are the parents of a daughter, Sandy Lynn, born Wednesday at Our Sorrowful Mother Hospital in Ladysmith. Mrs. Barry is the former Kay Mattioli. Miss Janet Erickson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Rich-ard Erickson of Iron River, was one of 16 student nurses at St. Joseph School of Nursing in Hancock to receive her nurse’s cap during capping exercises held recently.

50 years ago: Headline and picture: Prom Royalty, Prom King and Queen Howard Tonkin and Gail Bandaccari posed before their Prom Throne Friday night… Friends and relatives at-tended an afternoon social held at Minnie Pretto’s home last Wednesday, to honor Mrs. Katherine Sartori on the oc-casion of her 80th Birthday Anniversary. Ad from Super Valu : Try a pack or carton of the newest smoking pleasure, Super Valu cigarettes, Plain or fi lter, carton $2.19 and 50 Free Gold Bond Stamps.

25 years ago: Valedicto-rian and salutatorian for the Forest Park graduating class of 1987 has been announced by Steve Smith. Valedictorian is

Thomas Ketola and salutatorian is Daniel L. Graff. Dean Aberly, 18, a senior at Forest Park High School has been selected “Student of the Month” for April 1987. He is the son of Don and Donna Aberly of Crystal Falls. A premier performance of the “Polkadots” was the high-light of this month’s meeting of the Crystal Falls Musicale. “Thank you VFW” was spelled out with wrappers of $29 in pennies donated by the Tufts_Rondon VFW Post 2891 for the girls basketball camp this summer. Local Boy Scouts represent-ing all the youth groups in the county planted a white pine on the lawn of the Iron County Courthouse.

Pack 508says ‘thanks’To the editor: Cub Scout Pack 508 would like to thank all of the people who supported the spaghetti dinner held on April 10 at the United Lutheran Church of Crystal Falls. With all of the generosity from the communities of Crys-tal Falls and Iron River, we will be sending all Cub Scouts who want to go to Camp Hiawatha this August. The boys worked very hard as did their parents to have the spaghetti dinner and are excited to attend camp this year. Again, we sincerely ap-preciate our supportive com-munities and thank you to all who helped make this year a success.

-s- Kristine ImhoffTreasurer of Pack 508

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Post Officefood driveTo the editor: On Saturday, May 12, the Iron River Post Office will participate in the largest one-day food collection event in the nation. Last year, 70.2 million pounds of food was collected. The need for food this year remains staggering, consider-ing that one in five children under the age of 18 is at risk of hunger. We can help the hungry in our local area by donating non-perishable food items on the second Saturday in May. All food collected stays in our local food banks. If you would like to be a part of our effort, please leave your food items at or near your mailbox. Your mail carrier will pick it up as they deliver your mail. If your carrier walks to de-liver the mail, volunteers will be following along to transport the food as they collect it. If you don’t get home delivery, but would like to donate, please bring your food donations to the Iron River Post Offi ce on May 12. Volunteers will be on hand to retrieve items throughout the day. Donations are welcomed from surrounding communities as well. We will be mailing a re-minder post card the week of the food drive. Please help us help the hun-gry.

-s- Anne Nieminen,Postal Food Drive coordinator

Iron River Post Offi ce

IncredibleTo the editor: I fi nd it incredible what the Chicaugon Lake Association is doing to our beautiful lake. To retard the Eurasian Mil-foil on approximately 1 percent of the lake’s surface, they are applying hazardous chemicals (2-4-D). These chemicals can cause cancer and are lethal to anyone with certain lung dis-

eases. They are applying these chemicals so they can jet ski and pleasure boat for the sev-eral months a year when the milfoil reaches the surface of the lake in the shallow areas. According to the fi rst line of the Township of Stambaugh Ordinance No. 29: “It is neces-sary for the health and general welfare and safety of the citi-zens of Stambaugh Township to protect Chicaugon Lake from invasive species and control invasive species at Chicaugon Lake.” Now I ask you, “Do you think that your health and gen-eral welfare and safety were taken into consideration when they decided to apply manmade chemicals to the natural weeds in Chicaugon Lake? The dioxins released in these chemicals can cause can-cer in humans and cause liver damage, kidney damage and/or chronic muscle damage. Applying these chemicals has been ineffective in the past. These invasive weeds are only a nuisance in the mid-sum-mer months, but that is the time they want to run their speed boats and pleasure craft. That is the only reason they want to apply these chemi-cals. As an active member of the Lake Chicaugon Association and a home owner on Chi-caugon Lake, I oppose these methods. Let’s use a little common sense in dealing with these few weeds and please don’t apply these chemicals near my home.

-s- Frank TrummerIron River

Rules to followTo the editor: There are two rules you always follow when debating an issue. One, stick to the facts and two, do not get personal. When a person relocates to a new residence and lives at that new residence for a number of years, and that new residence is their legal mailing address and their new home of record, that new residence is considered by most state and federal laws to be their new legal voting ad-dress. Any voter in Iron County can and does have the right to speak out on any elected individual or county matter, and I will be the fi rst to defend that right as long as no libel or slander laws are broken. As I have stated previously, if any voters of one district in Iron County are dissatisfied with the way voters of another district elect or recall their county commissioners, besides voicing their opinions, they can move to that district or start a referendum to have all county commissioners voted in county wide, like the county treasurer or clerk. That’s how democracies work. -s- Don Wolf Iron River

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The City of Iron River Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, May 10, 2012, at 1 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Iron River City Hall, to hear comments on a Special Land Use Application.

Stephen Ryan has submitted an Application for Special Land Use for the purpose of constructing mini storage units on Cedar Avenue. The property is zoned C-2 General Business.

The Planning Commission will accept written and oral comments favoring and/or opposing the Special Land Use request at the Public Hearing. Written comments may be sent to:

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One Mini Van: 7 passenger. Vehicle must have Air, Automatic w/overdrive, Dual airbags, Power steering, HD battery & Alternator, Power 4 wheel ABS brakes, AM/FM stereo, Power Windows/Locks, V6, Cruise Control & 3 sets of van keys. Preferably no cloth seats. Bids will be accepted for new or program vehicle with low mileage under 30K.

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The City of Crystal Falls, upon approval by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and MDEQ, is planning to draw down the water level on the Paint River by up to 20 feet at its hydoelectric dam in Crystal Falls. This will allow for the completion of non-safety related items including concrete inspection/resurfacing, gates seal maintenance, penetration sealing and head gate maintenance. The drawdown is scheduled to begin July 27, 2012 at a rate of 1.0 foot per day for the four days, and then 1.5’ feet per day for the remaining days (15 days total). The area impacted along the river shall extend from the hydroelectric dam west along the Paint River to about a quarter mile upstream of the bridge at Memory Lane on Hwy 141. Following completion of repairs, the pond will be refi lled as infl ow allows, while maintaining a minimum 150 CFS oufl ow. Refi ll will start as soon as possible but no later than November 1, 2012. Questions or concerns can be addressed to the City of Crystal Falls, Dave Graff, (906) 875-6650 X 180.

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Ah, the month of May… spring is beginning its full bloom and that includes a variety of house chores interrupted by the onset of winter. This is also when the planning for summer events gets a little hectic. Many groups and organizations have been planning for this summer’s season back last year, just after wrapping up that season’s event. Now, the organizing, planning, tweaking, etc., takes on a serious note, because, let’s face it, time really is of the essence and the room to maneuver is closing in. Many of these summer activities are voluminous in both hours spent in planning and hours spent in making sure the event goes smoothly and is enjoyed by those attending. As you can imagine, this takes a concerted effort by the planners and their multitudes of volunteers. Multitude of volunteers? Wouldn’t that be love-ly? Summer in Iron County is a busy place. If you look at the calendar for June, July and August, there’s hardly a free weekend available. Sometime is going on all the time. Sometimes, there are more than a couple of things going on at the same time. That takes planning and we have to give credit to all those clubs and organizations that put in all the time and effort, not to mention elbow grease, to make sure Iron County is the “greatest show on earth.” Without the work of these organizations and those who volunteer their time and effort to help out, we would be sorely lacking in activities to enjoy throughout the summer. Yes, we have lakes and streams to enjoy our favorite places to fi sh or swim. Camping is another popular endeavor for both locals and visitors. But we also have some of the best entertainment available, and at very popular prices for everyone to enjoy. Iron County may have a “small” population in terms of actual numbers, but if you counted all the work put in by these volunteers who help make Iron County to place to be, you could also most double or triple that number. At least, that’s basically the effect of all their work. But, there’s always room for more volunteers. And that’s where the rest of us come in. No matter the organization, no matter how well organized its event, there’s always room for one more, two more volunteers to help out. It’s nice to get involved and it’s a real eye-opener to discover just how much planning goes in to make these events look like a piece of cake. By volunteering, you not only help out your com-munity, you get the opportunity to meet a lot of nice people, now new friends. Some of us have a lot of time to donate to various activities, some of us don’t. But whether we can donate a lot of time or just a little, many of these organizations will welcome newcomers with open arms. Try it, you’ll like it, and don’t be surprised if you fi nd yourself on the volunteer list for next year.

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Continued from Front Page Boemke testifi ed that he took part in Mrs. Johnson’s autopsy in Marquette on Sept. 28, which, he said, found the cause of death to be not of nat-ural causes. A March 10 incident at the Motel 6 in Iron Mountain was also brought up in Boemke’s testimony, when he said that he was part of the team that took Levack into protective custody after he threatened his own life and two questioning detectives. Communication from Le-vack included informing of-fi cers that he had a handcuff key taped to his wrist. Boemke found it on the defendant’s wrist under a bandage. During a mental health evaluation at Northstar Health System, Levack asked the deputy why offi cers hadn’t shot and killed him during the motel incident. At this time he also spoke of reincarnation, cried some and then appeared normal. Eyewitnesses who cor-rectly identifi ed a car belong-ing to Levack in the vicinity of Mrs. Johnson’s home were also brought up, and there was testimony about the consider-able amount of items found in the car. Items in the car included several fl ashlights, numerous tools, two pair of binoculars, a scale, a window screen replace-ment (size 36-by-84 inches) and a screen tool, along with a Walmart receipt for the screen and tool dated Sept. 17, 2011. On Wednesday, several witnesses took the stand, plac-ing Levack near the home of Mrs. Johnson in the days pre-ceding the Sept. 27, 2011, dis-covery of her body. One witness encountered Levack on his property on the morning of Sept. 25. Levack, the witness testifi ed, was look-ing north, towards Johnson’s home, through a pair of bin-oculars Levack’s excuse for tres-passing was that he had a bet with a friend named Jack that he could get a picture of a woodpecker before his friend could. An acquaintance of Le-vack’s, named Jack, later tes-tifi ed that he had no such bet with the defendant. The wit-ness’ description of the tres-passer’s car matched Levack’s car. Later that same morning, another witness, who lives on Pentoga Road, also testifi ed to seeing the unoccupied car parked on Kalla Walla Trail, near Pentoga Road.

Levack trial continues second week...

Another resident of the area witnessed the same car driving south on Kalla Walla Trail on the morning of Mon-day, Sept. 26. He said it was a rare occurrence for the time of day and the direction the car was headed. Mrs. Johnson’s late hus-band’s former home health worker, Victoria Bourassa, also testifi ed. She told the jury that she became close to Mrs. Johnson while employed to take care of her husband. She said they had kept in contact after his death in 2009. Bourassa said she last spoke to Mrs. Johnson on Monday, Sept. 26, at around 6 p.m. At that time, she said she called to let Mrs. Johnson know that, due to a death in her family, she would not be able to drive her to a stolen prop-erty trial the following day. During the next hour to hour and a half, Mrs. Johnson also called Bourassa’s fi ancé and left a message on Bouras-sa’s cell phone. Bourassa also testifi ed that pictures of the crime scene showed several items askew, including window screens and bathroom items out of place. Afternoon testimony in-cluded several police offi cers and expert forensic witnesses who could not completely rule out or confi rm that prints taken from the Johnson home belonged to the defendant. Michigan State Police De-tective Sgt. David Johnson testifi ed that it is not uncom-mon for detectives to be un-able to fi nd a suspect’s prints at a crime scene, since a sus-pect can rid the site of prints or to wear gloves. On Thursday, Charles Be-dell of Niagara, Wis., Bour-rassa’s fi ancé, testifi ed that he knew Levack and worked with

him in home health and saw him at the Johnson house be-fore Mr. Johnson died. He said he was helping Mrs. Johnson clean out her basement for a rummage sale and to help her look for gold that she said her husband had hidden in the basement. No gold was found at that time, he said. Bedell also testifi ed that he had discussed the jewelry case with Levack, who was really upset and thought he would be going away for 20 years. Le-vack then said he would take care of the problem and didn’t talk about it again. Bedell also testifi ed that Mrs. Johnson was “a wonder-ful person, stuck in her ways.” Neighbor Jo Ann Erickson said Mrs. Johnson was a friend and had met her in 1984. Al-though Mrs. Johnson did a lot of traveling, Erickson saw her a couple times a week and talked to her daily. Erickson also testifi ed that she had met Levack in Decem-ber 2007 at Greenleaf’s, where he was a bouncer. They dated for about 2 1/2 years, break-ing up in 2010. In December 2008, he moved in with her. Erickson said she intro-duced Levack to Mrs. Johnson in 2008 and that he had helped Mrs. Johnson,with some home improvement projects. The last time she saw Le-vack, she said, was in Septem-ber 2010. Erickson said when she would visit Mrs. Johnson, she would call fi rst so she would have her garage door open. On Sunday, Sept. 25, said Erickson, she brought Mrs. Johnson a bacon cheeseburger and a chocolate malt. When she left, Mrs. Johnson said she was going to get the mail, so she didn’t see if the door was locked behind her.

After 5 p.m., Erickson called her, but the call was interrupted. Erickson was to testify in the jewelry case, she said, and went to work early that day, Sept. 27. She left work at 8 a.m. to go to court, and tried to contact Mrs. John-son to let her know she was on her way to court, but only got Mrs. Johnson’s answering ma-chine. When she arrived at court at 8:30, she noticed Levack in the parking lot but did not see Mrs. Johnson, which alarmed her, she said. Next on the stand was Miri-am “Mimi” Madsen of Amasa, who said Mrs. Johnson was her “really, really good friend” for some 30 years. The two had met in church. She said she last spoke to Mrs. Johnson between 5 and 6 p.m. on Sept. 26 and talked for about an hour about the upcoming stolen jewelry court case. Madsen said Mrs. John-son was “relieved to have it over with … excited to have it coming to court.” Robin Kennedy of Rex-burg, Idaho, testifi ed that she had known Mrs. Johnson since 1979 or 1980, also meeting her in church here. They would talk a couple times a week on the phone, sometimes daily, she said. She met Levack, she said, when he came to help Mrs. Johnson while her husband was still alive, doing some home repairs for the couple. After her husband died, Mrs. Johnson depended on Le-vack, and he was familiar with the home security system. Kennedy testifi ed that she agreed to pick up Mrs. John-son for court on Sept. 27, since Bedell wouldn’t be able to do so. Kennedy said she arrived around 8 a.m. and called, but there was no answer. She went around the house and banged on the door with her cane, be-cause, she said, Mrs. Johnson was hard of hearing. She noticed that the TV was off and it was never off, she said. Kennedy said she couldn’t see into the garage to see if the car was still there and thought maybe Mrs. Johnson decided to drive herself to court. When Kennedy didn’t see her friend at court, she became “really, really concerned,” she said. In testimony on Friday, Dr. George Kryzmowski, pa-thologist at Marquette General Hospital who performed the autopsy of Mrs. Johnson the day after the discovery of her body, said that the cause of

death was manual strangula-tion and the manner of death of homicide. He testifi ed that the neck bones broken were only able to be broken from force at multiple points and not from an accidental fall. Defensive wounds on Johnson’s hand, abrasions on her nose and all over body bruises were also noted. A second expert opinion, forensic scientist Dr. David Start of Grand Rapids, con-curred. Start stated that the signifi cant amount of stomach content in the victim indicated a time of death closer to the evening of Sept. 26 rather than the morning of Sept. 27, when she was found. Forensic biologist Lisa Ra-mos testifi ed regarding DNA testing done on several items from in and around the John-son home and taken from Le-vack’s personal possessions. While some items could not conclusively exclude Le-vack, his DNA was not found within the home or in John-son’s fi ngernail clippings. His DNA was found on a Pow-erade bottle that police had found in the woods near John-son’s home. Ramos testifi ed that sev-eral factors can cause the ab-sence of DNA, including dirt, dye, bacteria, length of time, temperature and environmen-tal factors. She stated that moisture from the bathroom could cause interference with DNA not adhering to items in the bathroom.

David Levack (left) sits with his attorney, Daniel Jaspen, during his homicide trial in Iron County Trial Court. Le-vack was charged in October 2011 for the murder of Joyce Johnson of Stambaugh Township.

Michigan State Police de-tectives Chris Bracket and Jean Belanger also testifi ed regarding the events occurring in the weeks after the death of Mrs. Johnson. The two encountered Le-vack at the home of his neigh-bor, Lex Johnson, where, during the interview, Levack told detectives that he had not been in Iron County the Friday through Monday before the murder. After a short time, Levack wanted the interview stopped, and an appointment was made for Oct. 3 at the Iron Mountain Post of the State Police. Worried that the homicide suspect might fl ee the area after hearing reports of him taking a taxi to the Motel 6, offi cers went to the motel to question Levack before the scheduled appointment. Belanger testifi ed that Le-vack had pulled an 11- to 12-inch fi llet type knife on the two detectives, also putting the knife to his own neck, su-perfi cially cutting himself. After several verbal threats and lunging motions from Le-vack and after attempts to get him to drop the knife failed, Iron County Sheriff Sgt. Wade Cross used a taser to subdue Levack. The suspect was then, ac-cording to testimony, taken into protective custody for his own safety and that of others. Evidence of drug use was found in the motel room, as was evidence that led offi cers to Levack’s storage unit

Continued from Front Page Craig Richardson of GEI Consultants reported on the water and sewer projects with-in the city, noting an early con-struction season has put both ahead of schedule. There is the possibility the water project can be completed in several

Iron River city...months. The council approved sponsorship of $250 to West Iron County High School’s Project Graduation all-night event for students; and voted unanimously to retain the sta-tus quo on Public Act 152, es-sentially “opting out” of the restrictions and guidelines for payment of health benefi ts for employees. The council set its budget hearing for May 16, prior to the regular monthly meeting, and it approved a $250 spon-sorship to the West Side Veter-ans Council.

Continued from Front Page The district will not accept any glass or plastic items or any hazardous waste such as oil-based paints or household batteries. The possibility of a hazard waste collection is being ex-plored for the near future. Volunteers will be avail-able at the site to assist anyone needing help unloading or car-rying heavy objects. The district can use any volunteers available that day for this project, as they antici-pate it being a busy one again this year. If anyone is interested, she/he should call Gail Dalpra at 875-3765 or 874-0113.

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CRYSTAL FALLS—On Fri-day, April 27, the Iron County Sheriff’s Offi ce received in-formation involving a possible marijuana growth operation. The information led to an investigation and search war-rant being executed on an Iron River Township home and property. As a result, deputies seized 20 potted marijuana plants. Names are not being re-leased as charges are pending at this time. The incident re-mains open and the investiga-tion continues.

Marijuana plants seized

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David TillerIRON RIVER--David J. Tiller, 69, died peacefully at his home in Stambaugh Township on Jan. 10, 2012, after a brief illness. Friends and family are invited to join us on May 12 at noon for a potluck memorial celebration of David's life at the historical Beechwood Hall (Old Beechwood Township School). The Beechwood Hall is located six miles west of the intersection of U.S. 2 and M-73 and then north on Cemetery Road in Beechwood. Please bring a dish to pass, if you are able. Tableware and beverages will be provided. All are welcome to come and celebrate Dave's life among us with food, song and stories. Condolences may be expressed to the family of David Tiller online at www.nashfuneralhome.net.

Edward HeikkilaWESTLAND—Edward Earl Heikkila, 70, went home to our Lord on April 18, 2012. He is survived by his loving wife, Gwen; two sons, Eric (Kathy) and Scott; and three grandchildren, Zander, Brandon and Kira. He was the son of the late Eric and Virginia Heikkila of Gibbs City Road. He is the brother of Wayne (Jody) of Escanaba; James (Judy) of Cary, N.C.; Dennis (Renee) of Leesburg, Fla. and Margie (Steve Zrust) of Blaine, Minn. Ed retired from the Livonia Public Schools after teaching 31 years in the elementary schools. Ed was an Iron River High School graduate of the class of 1959.

Dera BendickCRYSTAL FALLS--Dera Bendick, 99, passed away Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at Northstar Health System, Iron River. She was born Feb. 15, 1913, in Stambaugh. She was the daughter of August and Elizabeth (Osterlund) Pifke. Dera attended Stambaugh Schools, graduating in 1931. She was a hard worker all her life, with jobs at The Crystal Inn and F&S Grocery Store in Crystal Falls. Dera also volunteered for many years at The Crystal Manor Nursing Home and The Christian Book Store. Dera was a member of the Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Crystal Falls. She enjoyed baking, sewing, crocheting, gardening her many fl owers, and loved being with her family. Gramma Dera’s home will always be remembered for the good smells coming out of the kitchen. She is survived by one daughter, Judy (Glenn) Cater, Grafton, Wis.; one son, William (Linda) Bendick, Huntley, Ill., four grandchildren, Michele (Dave) Richter, Oostburg, Wis., Todd (Tracy) Cater, Gilbert, Ariz., Tracey (John) Cimmarusti, Lake St. Louis, Mo., Jennifer (Jeff) Smith, Wentzville, Mo.; four great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Samantha Richter, Oostburg, Jadyn and Zachery Smith, Wentzille, Mo.; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Robert Magray, Crystal Falls, Florence Pifke, Stambaugh Township; many nieces and nephews. Dera was preceded in death by her husband, William Bendick in 1993; three brothers, William, Adolph, and Clarence Pifke; two sisters, Dorinda and Blenda. The visitation was held April 30 at Jacobs-Plowe Funeral Home, Crystal Falls. The Funeral Mass was celebrated April 30 at Guardian Angels Catholic Church, Crystal Falls with Rev. Jeffrey Kurtz offi ciating. Burial will be in Evergreen Memorial Cemetery, Crystal Falls. You may light a candle in remembrance of Dera or leave a condolence to her family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com. The Jacobs-Plowe Funeral Home, Crystal Falls, is serving the family.

Viola StachowiczGAASTRA--Viola Mae Stachowicz, 83, died April 24, 2012, at the Iron River Care Center. She was born Oct. 10, 1928, in Florence County, Wis. The daughter of the late Lawrence and Viola (Clements) Belongie attended the Palatka and Caspian schools and graduated from Stambaugh High School in 1936. Viola married Benjamin Stachowicz on June 4, 1949, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Gaastra and the couple were lifelong residents of the area. They celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary in 2007. Benjamin preceded her in death on Feb. 25, 2008. She was a member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church of Caspian and St. Ann’s Society. She was an avid reader and loved her fl ower garden and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by four sons, Dan (Joanne) Stachowicz of Iron River, Michael "Mickey" (Beverly) Stachowicz of Caspian, Rick (Jackie) Stachowicz of Appleton, Wis. and Chris (Laura) Stachowicz of Gaastra; one daughter-in-law, Mary Stachowicz of Eagle River, Wis.; one sister, Dixie Lee (Curt) Denis of Iron River; 13 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and extended family. She was also preceded in death by her two sons, Benjamin Jr. and John Joseph; granddaughter, Kristi; two brothers, Lyle and Glen Belongie; and three infant sisters. Visitation was held April 28 at the Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron River. Funeral services were held April 28 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Caspian, with Rev. Gregory Veneklase offering the Mass of Christian Burial. The Ladies of St. Ann’s Society formed an Honor Guard at the service. Pallbearers were John and Jason Stachowicz, Travis Jackman, Dustin and Jon Wos, and Brandon and Ira Denis. Interment was in Stambaugh Cemetery, Iron River. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Viola Mae Stachowicz online at www.jacobsfuneralhomeir.com. Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron River.

Dennis BloecherCASPIAN--Dennis R. Bloecher, 81, passed away Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011, at Golden Living Center, Florence, Wis. He was born Feb. 17, 1930, in Wittenberg, Wis., son of the late Edward and Esther (Stevens) Bloecher. Dennis grew up in Wittenberg and graduated from Wittenberg High School. He married Joan Howe on Sept. 20, 1952, at the Presbyterian Church in Iron River. She preceded him in death on May 5, 2003. After being married, Dennis and Joan resided in Wyoming and later moved to Wausau, Wis., where they lived until 1985, at which time they moved to Colorado. After Joan passed away, Dennis moved back to Caspian.Dennis worked as a truck driver for 68 years, working for many trucking companies and at one time had his own trucks. He enjoyed many hobbies including hunting, fi shing, riding motorcycles, snowmobiling, horse trading, and especially enjoyed the outdoors. He is survived by two sons, Dennis (Amy) Bloecher, Iron River and Edward (Lisa) Bloecher, Colo.; one brother, Steven Bloecher, Missouri; several grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, May 5, at Pine Acres Pub & Grill on M-73 in Iron County. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Alvin, Wis. You may light a candle in remembrance of Dennis or leave a condolence to his family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com. The Jacobs-Plowe Funeral Home, Crystal Falls is serving the family.

Myrtle WoolardFLINT—Myrtle Lillian Rose (Godfrey) Woolard, 94, formerly of Iron River, died Wednesday, April 11, 2012, at Brian’s House Hospice. She was born July 28, 1917, in Calumet, the daughter of Samuel and Myrtle (Thomas) Godfrey. She graduated from Iron River High School. On Aug. 30, 1956, she married Otis Woolard. She was a member of Court St. United Methodist Church Women and Friendship Circle. She is survived by daughters, Cynthia Grossi and Sharon (Daniel) Austin, both of Flint; grandchildren, Alicia Livers of Lawrenceville, Ga., Rhonda Ehrentraut of Wyoming, Mich., Daniel Austin Jr. of Burton, Jason Grossi of Flint and Nicole Morgan of Davison; great-grandchildren, Abigail, Kayleigh, Sebastian, Matthew and Alexander; sister Florence (Tom) Lantinen of Florence, Wis.; and brother Alfred Godfrey of Bluewater, N.M. She was preceded in death by her husband and a stepdaughter Patricia Ehrentrout. Funeral services were held April 16 at Court Street United Methodist Church with Rev. Robert Wright offi ciating. Burial was in Flint Memorial Park. Arrangements by Plumb-Smith Funeral Home, Flint Township. www.plumbsmithfh.com

OlsonCongratulations to Melissa and Jason Olson of Iron River on the birth of Chaselynn Joy on Nov. 2, 2011, at Dickinson County Memorial Hospital.Weight: 9 pounds 7 ounces. Maternal grandparents are Karen Dobson and the late LeRoy Dobson of Caspian. Paternal grandparents are Loren and Nancy Olson of Iron River. Chaselynn joins a brother, LeRoy.

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Violet JohnsonCRYSTAL FALLS--Violet Marie Johnson, 83, passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2012, in Roseau, Minn., with her daughter, Carol, by her side. Violet was born April 7, 1929, in Crystal Falls, daughter of the late Albert and Mary (Mattson) Foucault. She grew up in Crystal Falls, alongside her brothers, Harold and Donald, and remained in the area most of her life. Violet married James Martin Johnson on June 10, 1950, in Crystal Falls. Together they raised their family of four children, Lynn, Kenneth, Alfred and Carol. James preceded Violet in death in 1987. Violet worked as a nurse aide for the Iron County Medical Care Facility and also at the Crystal Falls Hospital. She was a member of the United Lutheran Church in Crystal Falls and she had a very strong faith in the Lord. Violet loved spending time with her family at their cabin on Deer Lake. She also enjoyed playing cards and going out to eat. Violet loved to sing. She was a very optimistic person and she always wore a beautiful smile on her face. She was affectionately called “Little Miss Sunshine” at the nursing home in Minnesota that she had been a resident at. Violet also loved her cat, Snowball. She was a beautiful soul who will be missed by all who knew her. In addition to her parents and her husband, James, Violet was preceded in death by her daughter, Lynn Dahl, on March 11, 2001; and her son-in-law, Jerry Dahl. Violet is survived by her sons, Alfred Johnson of Felch and Kenneth Johnson of Crystal Falls; her daughter Carol Dahl of Badger, Minn.; her brothers, Harold and Donald Foucault of Crystal Falls; nine grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends. Visitation will be held Friday, May 4, from 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at the Nash Funeral Home in Crystal Falls. The funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. at the United Lutheran Church in Crystal Falls. Rev. Michael Laakko will offi ciate. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Violet Johnson online at www.nashfuneralhome.net. The family has entrusted the Nash Funeral Home of Crystal Falls with the arrangements.

MARQUETTE—In recogni-tion of the tremendous contri-butions of volunteers across the Upper Peninsula, the U.P. Volunteer Network (UPVN) announces the launch of the fourth annual U.P. Service Awards, which with National Volunteer Week, April 15-21. Nominations will be ac-cepted through June 1.Categories for the awards in-clude Youth, Adult, Senior,

Nominations sought for U.P. Service Awards

Business Community Leader, Volunteer Program and Volun-teer Connect. Award recipients will be announced in July and hon-ored at the U.P. Nonprofi t Conference at Northern Mich-igan University in Marquette on Oct. 19. To submit a nomination online, or to download a nomi-nation packet, go to www.up-volunteer.org/nominate. For more information, call 877-339-6884 or email [email protected].

The West Iron County High School publications class has been working extremely hard all year to come up with cre-ative and memorable ideas to make this year’s yearbook the best yet. Class members Chris Rozine and Austin Waara check out the results. “A yearbook is one of the most im-portant books you will possess. It lasts a lifetime and holds your high school memories forever. The theme this year is ‘Last Piece of the Puzzle.’ Buying this year’s yearbook is one of the smartest investments you will possibly make, and it only costs $52,” said organizers. “It’s easy. Just go to www.westiron.org and click on ‘Click to order your yearbook.’ The price will go up the second week in May so now is the best time to order your yearbook.” (WICHS photo)

Yearbook time

CRYSTAL FALLS—This month will close with two per-formances by the Forest Park Senior High Band. The fi rst will be during the commencement ceremonies scheduled for Sunday, May 27. The second performance will be the Forest Park March-ing Band during the Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday, May 28. Following the parade and program at Evergreen Memo-rial Cemetery, the band will proceed to Amasa for its Me-morial Day observance. The annual Arion Award was presented at the band con-cert on April 3 to senior Jake Devine. This award is voted on by the entire band. Also presented at the concert were the Forest Park

FP Music Boosters set schedule of May activities

Music Boosters Participation Scholarships. Those seniors that partici-pated in 90 percent of all band events over the past four years were presented with $250 scholarships and are: John Takala, David Beck, Dustin Dishaw, Alex Takala, Michael Smithson, Dan Johnson, Zach Sieworek and Audrey Sholan-der. A special presentation was made to Betty Soderberg by the Forest Park Music Boost-ers, thanking her for the many hours that she volunteers to the Forest Park Music Department every year. A seat was purchased at the Crystal Theater in her honor. Students and parents should watch for the summer parade schedule that will be mailed later this month.

IRON RIVER—Maryhill Manor nursing home in Ni-agara, Wis., invites Iron River seniors to attend a screening of a fi lm called “Consider the

‘Consider the Conversation’film set at IR senior center

Conversation.” The fi lm is about having end of life conversations with your loved ones, and will be held at the Iron River Senior Center on Wednesday, May 9, following lunch. The fi lm is highly recom-mended and is of such impor-tance that it is currently be-ing shown at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. “It is all about having your last ‘hurrah’ the way you want it and, unfortunately, it is a ta-boo subject in most families,” said a spokesperson.

IRON MOUNTAIN—The Dickinson Iron Community Services Agency (DISCA) has announced the winners of the April drawing of its 2012 TGIF raffl e fundraiser in sup-port of local volunteers. Congratulations to the fol-lowing winners of $50 each: St. Mary Queen of Peace Church, Kelly Jackman, Ger-ald McIntyre and John Van-Rite. To get tickets for 2012, stop at any area senior center, the DICSA main offi ce located in Suite 104 of the YMCA building, or call Kristin at (906) 774-2256, Ext. 225.

DISCA listsTGIF winners

Eugene GormanMILWAUKEE, Wis.--Eugene J. Gorman, 83, passed away Saturday, April 14, 2012, at St. Mary Columbia Hospital in Milwaukee. He was born May 17, 1928, to his loving parents, Frank and Catherine Sandri Gorman, in Amasa. He worked for the city of Milwaukee until he retired in 1990. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Gerald and Lawrence Gorman. He is survived by his ex-wife and caregiver, Bobbie Martin Gorman; one brother, Donald M. (Tammy) Gorman; two aunts, Helen Gorman Hamlin and Rita Sandri (Robert Leana); two nieces, Romons Gorman and Rose (Earl Baker); two nephews, Ronald (Eileen) Gorman and Daniel Gorman; two sisters-in-law, Paula Gorman and Evelyn Gorman. A family graveside burial will take place at a later date.


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Notice Of Mortgage Foreclosure Sale

T H I S F I R M I S A D E B T C O L L E C T O R A T T E M P T I N G T O COLLECT A DEBT. ANY I N F O R M AT I O N W E 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.M O R T G A G E S A L E - Default has been made in the condit ions of a mortgage made by Richard Hoffman and Pa t r ic ia Hoffman, husband and wife, original mortgagor(s), to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Mortgagee, dated June 20, 2008, and recorded on June 25, 2008 in Liber 516 on Page 584, in Iron county records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Six Thousand Six Hundred Sixty-Six and 31/100 Dollars ($86,666.31).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 Iron County, at 10:00 AM, on May 18, 2012.Said premises are situated in City of Iron River, Iron County, Michigan, and are described as: The South 1/2 of Lot 2 and the North 30 feet of Lot 3, Block 4, Plat of Nelson's First Addition to the Village (now City) of Stambaugh, according to the recorded Plat thereof in Liber 2, Page 11, Iron 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: April 18, 2012For more information, please call:FC D (248) 593-1309Trott & Trott, P.C.Attorneys For Servicer31440 Northwestern Highway, Suite 200Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334-2525File #348947F04(04-18)(05-09)

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MORTGAGE SALE

Default having been made in the conditions of a Mortgage made by Thong T. Nguyen and Robert J. Cava as joint tenants with rights of survivorship to River Valley State Bank dated May 4, 2007, and recorded in the offi ce of the Register of Deeds for the County of Iron and State of Michigan, on May 14, 2007, on which there is claimed to be due at the date of this notice, for principal and interest, the sum of Fifty-four Thousand Three Hundred Ninety-seven and 83/100 Dollars ($54,397.83), and no proceedings having been instituted to recover the debt now remaining secured by said Mortgage whereby the power of sale has become operative; Notice is Given that the Mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the premises therein de-scribed at public auction, to the highest bidder, at the Main En-trance, Iron County Courthouse, 2 South Sixth St, Crystal Falls, MI 49920, on May 18, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. central time, to pay the amount then due on said Mortgage together with interest, legal costs, Attorneys' fees and any taxes and insurance that the Mortgagee pays on or prior to the date of sale. The premises are described as:A parcel of land being part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NE 1/4 of NW 1/4), part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quar-ter (SE 1/4 of NW 1/4), part of Government Lot 3 and Govern-ment Lot 4, Section 10, all being in Township 43 North, Range 35 West, Iron River Township, Iron County, Michigan and more particularly described as follows:Commencing at the North Quar-ter corner of said Section 10, marked by an aluminum capped monument;thence South 18o 25’ 03” East 867.01 feet to a rebar pin lo-cated on the Southeasterly right of way line of easement road “B”; thence South 48o 56’ 31” West along said right of way line 139.93 feet to a rebar pin;thence South 45o 46’ 25” West continuing along said right of way 374.91 feet to a rebar pin and being the Point of Begin-ning of parcel to be described;thence South 57o 10’ 40” East 878.74 feet to a rebar pin lo-cated on the Westerly shore of Iron Lake;thence South 44o 22’ 20” West along a meander line 147.18 feet;thence continuing along said meander line South 62o 35’ 21” West 87.65 feet to a rebar pin; thence North 59o 57’ 45” West 857.23 feet to a rebar pin lo-cated on said Southeasterly right of way line of easement road “B”;thence North 29o 10’ 22” East continuing along said right of way 33.36 feet to a rebar pin;thence North 45o 46’ 25” East continuing along said right of way 234.60 feet to the Point of Beginning.Said parcel includes that land lying between said meander line and the waters edge of Iron Lake and the lateral extension of the above described lines.Said parcel being referred to a Lot 33 of Certifi cate of Sur-vey by Gary L. Pisoni, R.L.S. recorded in Liber 2 of Survey Maps, Page 81-84, Iron County Records.Together with an easement road being located in Govern-ment Lot 4 and in the NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 and the SE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 10, Township 43 North, Range 35 West. Said Easement being 66 feet in width and located 33 feet on either side, as measured normal to and parallel with the following described centerline, along with a 60 foot radius at the point of termination of said centerline:Commencing at the North Quar-ter corner of said Section 10 marked by an aluminum capped monument;thence North 89o 52’ 24” East along the North line of said Government Lot 4 and being the centerline of N. Angeli Road, a distance of 597.44 feet;thence South 00o 07’ 42” East 33.00 feet to the South right of way line of said N. Angeli Road and being the Point of Beginning of the centerline of Easement Road “B”;thence South 00o 36’ 40” East along said centerline a distance of 368.49 feet; thence Southwesterly along said centerline along the arc of a curve to the right having a radius of 200.00 feet and measured along a chord bearing South 24o 09’ 54” West, a chord distance of 167.63 feet; thence South 48o 56’ 31” West a distance of 513.30 feet; thence South 45o 46’ 25” West a distance of 615.25 feet; thence South 29o 10’ 22” West a distance of 686.03 feet to the Point of Termination of said centerline and being also the radius point of a 60 foot radius turn around.Said Easement being granted in Warranty Deed recorded November 29, 2004 in Liber 416, Page 175, Iron County Records. together with all tenements, her-editaments and appurtenances now or hereafter thereunto belonging.Also known as Lot # 33 Meado-wood ShoresThe period of redemption will be six (6) months from date of sale unless the property is de-termined to be abandoned pur-suant to MCL 600.3241 etseq. in which event the redemption period will be 30 days from the date of sale.Dated: April 6, 2012 River Valley Bank 327 N 17th AvenueWausau, WI 54401(715) 348-1477 Mortgagee

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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE

FORECLOSURE SALE

DEFAULT having been made in the terms and conditions of certain mortgages made by WILLIAM S. MARCELL and JOAN MARCELL, deceased, as Mortgagors and SIR Federal Credit Union (f/k/a The Superior Iron Range Community Federal Credit Union), as Mortgagee, dated the 20th day of February, 2006, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Iron and State of Michigan, on 2nd day of March, 2006 at Liber 454 Pages 17-22, Iron County Records and a second mortgage made by WILLIAM S. MARCELL, J O A N M A R C E L L , deceased, and JENNIFER J. MARCELL as Mortgagors and SIR Federal Credit Union (f/k/a The Superior Iron Range Community Federal Credit Union), as Mortgagee, dated the 7th day of November, 2006, and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds for the County of Iron and State of Michigan, on 20th day of November, 2006 at Liber 476 Pages 442-446, Iron County Records on which both Mortgages there is claimed to be due at the date of this notice, principal and interest plus costs to protect the property in the amount of $41,506.76, plus a per diem interest rate of $8.2361 per day hereafter; no suit or proceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt, or any part thereof, secured by said Mortgages, and the Power of Sale contained in said Mortgage having become operative by reason of such default;NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that on the 18th day of May, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time, at the front steps or lobby of the Iron County Courthouse, that being the place for holding the Circuit Court for the County of Iron, there will be offered for sale and sold to the highest bidder, at public sale, by the Sheriff of the County of Iron, for the purpose of satisfying the amounts due and unpaid upon said Mortgage, together with the legal costs and charges of sale, including the attorney’s fees allowed by law and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the undersigned, necessary to protect its interest in the premises, the lands and premises in said Mortgage described as follows, to wit:

Premises situated in the City of Iron River, County of Iron, State of Michigan, described as follows:

Lot 3 and Lot 4 of Block 12 of the Plat of the Village (Now City) of Stambaugh, according to the recorded Plat thereof, including that portion of the South 10 feet of vacated Amber Street, lying North of and adjacent to said Lots 3 and 4.

More Commonly known as: 224 Amber Street, Iron River, Michigan.

The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days after the notice required in MCL 600.3241a(b) was posted and mailed, whichever is later.

Dated: April 20, 2012

SIR Federal Credit Union

O’DEA, NORDEEN AND BURINK, P.C.By: WILLIAM T. NORDEEN (P71901)Attorney for Mortgagee122 W. Spring StreetIron, MI 49855(906) 225-1770

This fi rm is a debt collector a t t e m p t i n g t o c o l l e c t a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY

OF IRON41ST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

COVANTAGE CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff,vEDWARD G. BENDA, a/k/a Edward R. Benda, DONNA M. BENDA, and MARQUETTE GENERAL HOSPITAL, INC. Defendants.______________________

Steven J. Tinti (P36308)LAW OFFICE OFSTEVEN J. TINTIAttorney for PlaintiffP.O. Box 98Crystal Falls, MI 49920(906) 875-7451

Edward G. Benda, a/k/a Edward R. BendaIn Pro Per221 Johanson RoadCrystal Falls, MI 49920(906) 874-4640

Randolph B. Osstyn(P36052)OSSTYN, FERNS &QUINNELLAttorney for Defendant,Marquette General Hospital, Inc.______________________

Public notice is hereby given, that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and order of sale entered by the Circuit Court for the County of Iron, State of Michigan, on the 20th day of January, 2012, in favor of COVANTAGE CREDIT UNION, Plaintiff, and against Defendants, EDWARD G. BENDA, a/k/a Edward R. Benda, DONNA M. BENDA, and MARQUETTE GENERAL HOSPITAL, INC. I shall offer for sale to the highest bidder, at a public auction to be held at the front door of the Courthouse in the City of Crystal Falls, Iron County, Michigan, (that being the place of holding the Circuit Court for the said County) on the 15th day of June, 2012, at 10:00 a.m., CST, the following described real estate located in the City of Crystal Falls, County of Iron and State of Michigan, described as: All that part of Government Lot 4, Section 28, Township 43 North, Range 32 West, more particularly described as follows:Beginning at the Northeast corner of Government Lot 4, Section 28, Township 43 North, Range 32 West; thence South 450 feet to a point; thence West 360 feet, more or less, to a point on the East boundary of a public road commonly known as “Johanson Road,” as now there laid and operated; thence along the East boundary of said public road in a Northwesterly direction to a point on the North boundary line of said Government Lot 4, which point in approximately 313 feet West of said Northeast corner of Government lot 4; thence East 313 more or less feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING.Dated: April 24, 2012

Joan Luhtanen, County Clerk

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Legal NoticeSTATE OF MICHIGAN JUDICIAL DISTRICT JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

95B DISTRICT COURTCOUNTY PROBATE

ORDER REGARDING ALTERNATE SERVICE

C1201488CASE NO. 12-5144-GC

2 S. Sixth St. Ste 5 Crystal Falls MI 49920

906/875-3121

PlaintiffPORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOC., LLCASSIGNEE FROM FIA CARD SERVICES, N.A.vDOUGLAS STEBBINS 626 BAUMGARTNER RDIRON RIVER, MI 49935

Plaintiff’s attorneyMary Jane M. Elliott, P.C. P3273224300 Karim Blvd.Novi, MI 48375(248) 306-2000

THE COURT FINDS:Service of process upon the defendant, Douglas Stebbins, cannot reasonably be made as provided in MCR 2.105 and service of process may be made in a manner that is reasonably calculated to give the defendant actual notice of the proceedings and an opportunity to be heard.IT IS ORDERED: Service of the summons and complaint and a copy of this order shall be made by the following method(s). First-class mail to 626 Baumgartner Rd., Iron River, MI 49935.Tacking or fi rmly affi xing to the door at 626 Baumgartner Rd., Iron River, MI 49935.Other: Serve by Notice by Publication 2.1C6(D).For each method used, proof of service must be fi led promptly with the court.Date 4-24-12

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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. IF

YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE, PLEASE CONTACT

OUR OFFICEAT THE NUMBER BELOW.

ATTENTION POTENTIAL PURCHASERS AT FORECLOSURE SALE: In the case of resolution prior to or simultaneously with the aforementioned foreclosure sale, THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF NIAGARA may rescind this sale at any time prior to the end of the redemption period. In that event, your damages, if any, shall be limited to the return of your bid amount tendered at the sale, plus interest.Default has occurred in the conditions of a certain Mortgage made by Stanley G. Marcell, Susan A. Marcell, William S. Marcell and Jean C. (a/k/a Joan) Marcell to THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF NIAGARA, dated September 11, 2003, and recorded in the Offi ce of the Register of Deeds for Iron County in the State of Michigan on September 16, 2003 in Liber 382/311, et seq., on which Mortgage there is claimed to be due as of the date of this Notice the sum of $84,851.64, which amount may or may not be the entire indebtedness owed by Stanley G. Marcell, Susan A. Marcell, William S. Marcell and Jean C. (a/k/a Joan) Marcell to THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF NIAGARA. Because of said default, the mortgagee has declared the entire unpaid amount secured by said mortgage due and payable forthwith. No suit or proceeding in law has been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof.Notice is hereby given that the power of sale contained in said Real Estate Mortgage has become operative and that pursuant to the power of sale and MCL600.3201, et seq., and to pay said amount, as provided in said Mortgage, and all legal costs, charges and expenses, including attorney's fees allowed by law, and all taxes and insurance premiums paid by the undersigned before sale, on Friday June 5, 2012 at 10:00 o’clock a.m., in the lobby of the Iron County Courthouse, that being the place for conducting such foreclosure sales for Iron County, there will be offered at public sale, the premises, or some part thereof, described in said Real Estate Mortgage as follows:All that part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4), Section Thirty-three (33), Township Forty-four (44) North, Range Thirty-seven (37) West, that lies South of the right of way of Highway US-2, as now existing, in the Township of Stambaugh, Iron County, Michigan.The redemption period shall be one year from the date of sale. Dated May 1, 2012. For more information, please contact Gregory P. Seibold (P71494), Seibold Law Firm, PLC, attorneys for THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF NIAGARA, 1112 S. Carpenter Ave., PO Box 357, Iron Mountain, MI 49801. (906) 779-2343

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Iron River Senior Center —Wednesday, May 2: Chick-en, potatoes, country trio, cab-bage salad, juice, lemon bars. —Thursday, May 3: Beef stew, stew veg., biscuits, cole-slaw with pineapple, tomato juice. —Friday, May 4: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, Calif. blend, salad, juice. —Tuesday, May 8: Country steak, small potatoes, mixed veg., beet salad, fruit.NOTICE: Meals served 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday reservations taken one day ahead. Call 265-6134. If not coming, please call by 9 a.m. on day of meal to cancel.

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES: Bridge and cards every Thurs-day, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. with refreshments. Fun Time Bingo, Tuesday and Friday, 1:15 p.m. The Site Council sponsors a dance on the second Saturday of each month from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. There is a $5 cover charge. A light lunch is served. Come and join us on Wednes-day morning! Coffee & roll - $1. A pancake breakfast is held on the third Saturday of every month from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The cost is $5 for adults and $2.50 for children 12 and under. NEED TRANSPORTA-TION? Medical, employment, nutrition, social, recreational, educational, shopping, per-sonal. We have bus or van transportation available in and around the Iron River area. Monday – Wednesday – Friday, 8 a.m.-10 a.m.; 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Seniors – 60 and older, $4; Non seniors – under 60, $5; Wheelchair transport, $6. All prices are round trip. Trip to Iron Mountain every second Thursday, 10-12 people, $10 per person. Dickinson-Iron Community Service Agency, Iron River Senior Center. Call (906) 265-6134.

Are you looking for a place to hold your birthday, gradua-tion, anniversary party, or even to hold your organization meet-ing? Our center is available to rent. Come in, or call for further details at 265-6134.

Crystal Falls Senior Center —Wednesday, May 2: Chick-en & dumplings, stuffi ng, cran-berries, sweet potatoes, soup/salad bar, BD cake. —Monday, May 7: Italian beef on a bun w/cheese, tator tots & coleslaw, apricot dessert, cookies. —Tuesday, May 8: Brunch: Fried potatoes, French toast, sausage patty, orange juice.ACTIVITIES:1st Sunday – Card game of your choice, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. $3 charge with refreshments to follow2nd Saturday – Pot Luck/Crib-bage at 5:30 pm.3rd Thursday – Pot Luck at noon with Bingo to follow.BLOOD PRESSURE, Mon-day & Tuesday before noon meal. Wednesday before 5 p.m. meal.3rd Wednesday – Site Council Meeting at 3 p.m.

Amasa Senior Center —Wednesday, May 2: Sau-sage/kraut, mashed potatoes, beets, sliced tomatoes, fruit/dessert. —Thursday, May 3: Pasties, mixed veg., coleslaw/carrots, fruit cocktail/crème. —Tuesday, May 8: Beef roast/gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots, broccoli salad, peach-es.

CITY OF GAASTRACITY MAYOR

ANDCITY COMMISSONER VACANCIES

GAASTRA, MI 49927

ELECTION NOTICEThe City of Gaastra will have one (1) mayor vacancy and two (2) city commissioner vacancies up for re-election in the upcoming August primary or November General Election. For mayor it’s a one (1) year term and for city commissioner it’s a two (2) year term which will commence in January of 2013. Parties interested in running for these vacancies should pick up a nominating petition and associated forms in the Gaastra City Clerk’s Offi ce. All forms must be completed and submitted to the city clerk by 3:00 p.m., May 11, 2012. Any questions concerning this matter can also be directed to the city clerk’s offi ce.

Susan Zorzin,City ClerkR07 4/25, 5/2, 5/9R07 4/25, 5/2, 5/9

Legals...Legals... MDOT releases 2011 crash statisticsLANSING—While the number of crashes, injuries and fatali-ties in road construction work zone crashes in Michigan were down from the year before, 2011 statistics recently released by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) indicate that workers, motor-ists and their passengers are still at risk. Last year, there were 4,633 crashes, 1,312 injuries and 18 fatalities in Michigan work zones – down from 2010’s statistics: 5,632 crashes, 1,488 injuries, and 23 fatalities. “While this data suggests some improvement over 2010, drivers must remain focused at all times when they get behind the wheel,” said State Transportation Director Kirk T. Steudle. “Many of these crashes are avoidable and the life you save could be your own.” MDOT’s 2012 publ ic awareness campaign will in-clude a 60-second public ser-vice announcement (PSA) on Michigan Radio Network affi liate stations. “We join other transporta-tion agencies this week to raise awareness and promote our safety message: by eliminating distractions, our roads become a safer place,” said Steudle.

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CBS 3 Undercover Boss CSI: NY (N) (CC) Blue Bloods (N) (CC) News Letterman Late

CW 5 Nikita “Dead Drop” Supernatural (N) Cops ’Til Death ’Til Death ’70s ’70s South Pk

NBC 6 Who Do You Grimm (N) (CC) Dateline NBC (N) News Jay Leno Late

ABC 10 Shark Tank (N) (CC) Primetime: What 20/20 (CC) 10 News Nightline Jimmy Kimmel Live

FOX 11 The Finder (N) (CC) Fringe (N) (CC) News 30 Rock 30 Rock King/Hill King/Hill

PBS 13 Wash. Need Art in the 21st Under Our Skin: Health Care Newsline Charlie Rose (N)

A&E Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage

CNN Anderson Cooper Piers Morgan Anderson Cooper E. B. OutFront 24/7 Mayweather

DISC Deadliest Catch Deadliest Catch American Guns (CC) Deadliest Catch American Guns (CC)

ESPN NBA Basketball NBA Basketball Playoffs, First Round: Teams TBA. SportsCenter (N)

FSD MLB Baseball: White Sox at Tigers Tigers Lv Tigers Lv Boxing

HALL Little House/Prairie Little House/Prairie Frasier Frasier Frasier Frasier Golden Golden

HBO 24/7 Weigh-In Gervais Too Short Real/Bill Maher Real/Bill Maher Gervais Horrible

HGTV Million Dollar Rooms Curb Appeal Hunters Hunt Intl Hunt Intl Hunt Intl Curb Appeal

HIST American Pickers 101 Gadgets That Changed the World Modern Marvels American Pickers

NGEO Outlaw Bikers Breakout Goldfathers (N) Outlaw Bikers Breakout

NICK Korra Korra George George ’70s ’70s Friends Friends Friends Friends

TBS Payne Payne Payne Payne ››› Ocean’s Thirteen (2007) George Clooney. (CC) Security

TCM ››› The Three Faces of Eve ›››› 12 Angry Men (1957) Henry Fonda. They Came to Rob Las Vegas

TLC Say Yes Say Yes Say Yes Say Yes Gypsy Wedding Say Yes Say Yes Gypsy Wedding

TMC ›› Red (2010) Bruce Willis. (CC) ››› The Rock (1996) Sean Connery. Premiere. Ringmstr

TNT ››› Braveheart (1995, Historical Drama) Mel Gibson, Sophie Marceau. (CC) 24/7 ››› Braveheart

USA Law & Order: SVU Fairly Legal (N) (CC) In Plain Sight (N) Suits (CC) Fairly Legal (CC)

Wednesday Evening May 2, 20127 pm 7:30 8 pm 8:30 9 pm 9:30 10 pm 10:30 11 pm 11:30

CBS 3 Survivor: One World Criminal Minds (N) CSI: Crime Scene News Letterman Late

CW 5 The L.A. Complex Top Model Cops ’Til Death ’Til Death ’70s ’70s South Pk

NBC 6 Betty BFF Rock Center Law & Order: SVU News Jay Leno Late

ABC 10 Middle Suburg. Mod Fam Apt. 23 Revenge (N) (CC) 10 News Nightline Jimmy Kimmel Live

FOX 11 American Idol The finalists perform. (N) News 30 Rock 30 Rock King/Hill King/Hill

PBS 13 Nature (CC) (DVS) NOVA (CC) (DVS) America Revealed World Newsline Charlie Rose (N)

A&E Storage Storage Storage Dog Duck D. Duck D. Duck D. Duck D. Storage Storage

CNN Anderson Cooper Piers Morgan Anderson Cooper E. B. OutFront Piers Morgan

DISC American Guns (CC) American Guns (N) Auction Auction American Guns (CC) Auction Auction

ESPN MLB Baseball: Orioles at Yankees Baseball Tonight (N) SportsCenter (N) SportsCenter (N)

FSD MLB Baseball: Royals at Tigers Dan Patrick World Poker Tour MLB Baseball


HBO Water for Elephants Veep Girls (CC) Game of Thrones Real/Bill Maher ››› Win Win (2011)

HGTV Income Kitchen Property Brothers Hunters Hunt Intl Property Brothers Property Brothers

HIST American American Sold! Sold! (N) American American The Universe (CC) American American

NGEO Drugs, Inc. “Meth” Locked Up Abroad Locked Up Abroad Locked Up Abroad Locked Up Abroad

NICK My Wife My Wife George George ’70s ’70s Friends Friends Friends Friends

TBS Fam. Guy Fam. Guy Fam. Guy Fam. Guy Big Bang Big Bang Conan (CC) Office Office

TCM ›››› Sullivan’s Travels (1941) ›››› The Palm Beach Story (1942) (CC) ››› The More the Merrier (CC)

TLC Gypsy Wedding Toddlers & Tiaras Toddlers & Tiaras Toddlers & Tiaras Toddlers & Tiaras

TMC ›› The Switch (2010) Jennifer Aniston. › The Long Weekend (2005) ››› King of California (2007)

TNT NBA Basketball NBA Basketball Playoffs, First Round: Teams TBA. Inside the NBA (N)

USA NCIS “About Face” NCIS (CC) NCIS (CC) Fairly Legal (CC) NCIS “Stakeout”

Monday Evening May 7, 20127 pm 7:30 8 pm 8:30 9 pm 9:30 10 pm 10:30 11 pm 11:30

CBS 3 2 Broke Girls (N) Two Men Mike Hawaii Five-0 (N) News Letterman Late

CW 5 Gossip Girl (N) (CC) Hart of Dixie (N) Cops ’Til Death ’Til Death ’70s ’70s South Pk

NBC 6 The Voice “Live Final Performances” (N) Smash “Previews” News Jay Leno Late

ABC 10 Dancing With the Stars (N) (S Live) (CC) Castle “Always” (N) 10 News Nightline Jimmy Kimmel Live

FOX 11 Bones (N) (CC) House (N) (CC) News 30 Rock 30 Rock King/Hill King/Hill

PBS 13 Antiques Roadshow Antiques Roadshow Designing Healthy World Newsline Charlie Rose (N)

A&E Beyond Scared Beyond Scared Beyond Scared Beyond Scared Beyond Scared


DISC American Chopper American Chopper American Chopper American Chopper American Chopper

ESPN MLB Baseball Teams TBA. (Live) (CC) Baseball Tonight (N) SportsCenter (N) SportsCenter (N)

FSD Tigers Tigers Tigers Tigers Lv MLB Baseball Detroit Tigers at Seattle Mariners. (Live)


HBO Real/Bill Maher ›› Paul (2011) Simon Pegg. Battle Gervais 24/7 Water for Elephants

HGTV Love It or List It (N) Property Property Hunters Hunt Intl Love It or List It Property Property

HIST Pawn Pawn American Pickers Pawn Pawn American Pickers Pawn Pawn

NGEO Moon Rock Wild Justice (N) Goldfathers Moon Rock Wild Justice


TBS Family Guy (CC) Family Guy (CC) Family Guy (CC) Conan (N) (CC) Office Office

TCM › Crime in the Streets (1956), Sal Mineo ›››› West Side Story (1961, Musical) Natalie Wood. (CC)

TLC Undercover Boss Undercover Boss Undercover Boss Undercover Boss Undercover Boss

TMC ››› Super Size Me (2004) ››› Rebirth (2011, Documentary) (CC) Vidal Sassoon: The Movie


USA NCIS “Broken Bird” WWE Monday Night RAW (N) (S Live) (CC) ›› The Game Plan (2007, Comedy) (CC)

Sunday Evening May 6, 20127 pm 7:30 8 pm 8:30 9 pm 9:30 10 pm 10:30 11 pm 11:30

CBS 3 The Amazing Race (N) (CC) NYC 22 (N) (CC) News Sports Brothers & Sisters

CW 5 ›› Daddy Day Care (2003) Eddie Murphy. Browns Browns Troubadour, TX (N) True Hollywood

NBC 6 Harry’s Law (N) (CC) The Celebrity Apprentice “Blown Away” News Friends The Unit (CC)

ABC 10 Once Upon a Time Desp.-Wives GCB “Revelation” Brothers & Sisters TMZ (CC)

FOX 11 Simpsons Burgers Fam. Guy American Fox 11 News at 9 Edge House (CC) 30 Rock

PBS 13 Finding Your Roots Masterpiece Mystery! (N) America-Prime News Sun Stud Roots

A&E Storage Storage Storage Storage Duck D. Duck D. Duck D. Duck D. Storage Storage

CNN CNN Presents (CC) Piers Morgan CNN Newsroom (N) CNN Presents (CC) Piers Morgan

DISC MythBusters (CC) MythBusters (CC) MythBusters (CC) MythBusters (CC) MythBusters (CC)

ESPN MLB Baseball Philadelphia Phillies at Washington Nationals. SportsCenter (N) (Live) (CC) SportCtr

FSD World Poker Tour UFC Unleashed (N) Barfly Wing World Poker Tour MLB Baseball

HALL The Magic of Ordinary Days (2005) (CC) Frasier Frasier Frasier Frasier Golden Golden

HBO ›› Robin Hood Game of Thrones Veep (N) Girls (N) Game of Thrones Veep Girls (CC)

HGTV Holmes on Homes Best of Holmes Holmes Inspection Holmes on Homes Best of Holmes

HIST Ax Men (CC) Ax Men (N) (CC) Swamp People (CC) MonsterQuest (CC) Ax Men (CC)

NGEO 400 Emerald Area 51 Declass. Wicked Tuna (N) Wicked Tuna Area 51 Declass.

NICK ’70s ’70s My Wife My Wife George George Friends Friends Friends Friends

TBS ››› Ocean’s Thirteen (2007) George Clooney. (CC) ››› Ocean’s Thirteen (2007) George Clooney. (CC)

TCM ››› Harry and Tonto (1974) Art Carney. ›› Bell, Book and Candle (1958) (CC) A Lady of Chance

TLC Medium Medium Medium Medium Gypsy Wedding Medium Medium Gypsy Wedding

TMC ›› Raw Deal (1986) ›› Drive Angry (2011) Nicolas Cage. (CC) › As Good as Dead (2010) Cheer


USA Law & Order: SVU Law & Order: SVU Law & Order: SVU ››› Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

Saturday Evening May 5, 20127 pm 7:30 8 pm 8:30 9 pm 9:30 10 pm 10:30 11 pm 11:30

CBS 3 NCIS: Los Angeles Person of Interest 48 Hours Mystery News Paid Entertainment ’Night

CW 5 House (CC) House (CC) ’70s 70s Show Cheaters (N) (CC) Jeremy Kyle

NBC 6 Escape Routes (N) The Firm (N) (CC) Law & Order: SVU News Saturday Night Live (N) (CC)

ABC 10 Shark Tank (CC) ›› Hancock (2008, Action) Will Smith. (CC) Old The Closer (CC) Ent

FOX 11 UFC: Miller vs. Diaz (N) (S Live) (CC) News The Finder (CC) New Girl › Sliver

PBS 13 Pops Lawrence Welk Rudy On Story Austin City Limits Woodsongs (CC)

A&E Storage Storage Storage Storage Flipped Off (N) (CC) Flipping Boston Storage Storage

CNN CNN Presents (CC) Piers Morgan CNN Newsroom (N) CNN Presents (CC) Piers Morgan

DISC American Guns (CC) American Guns (CC) American Guns (CC) American Guns (CC) American Guns (CC)

ESPN MLS Soccer: Red Bulls at Galaxy Baseball Tonight (N) SportsCenter (N) SportsCenter (N)

FSD Boxing Tigers Game UFC Reloaded

HALL Firelight (2012) Cuba Gooding Jr.. (CC) Firelight (2012) Cuba Gooding Jr.. (CC) Golden Golden

HBO Fight Day Now! 2012 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Game of Thrones One Day

HGTV High Low Dear Grt Interiors Hunters Hunt Intl Hunters Hunt Intl Grt Interiors

HIST Sold! Sold! Sold! Sold! Sold! Sold! Pickers Pickers Sold! Sold!

NGEO Shark Men (N) Wicked Tuna Wicked Tuna Shark Men Wicked Tuna

NICK Victo iCarly Rock Bucket ’70s ’70s Friends Friends Friends Friends

TBS Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang ››› Ocean’s Thirteen (2007) George Clooney. (CC) Blue Strk

TCM ››› Camille (1936) Greta Garbo. ››› Waterloo Bridge (1940) Vivien Leigh. Written on the Wind

TLC Undercover Boss Undercover Boss Undercover Boss Undercover Boss Undercover Boss

TMC › The Back-up Plan Devil’s Playground (2010) (CC) Repeaters (2010) Premiere. Devil’s Playground

TNT NBA Basketball Playoffs, First Round: Teams TBA. NBA Basketball Playoffs, First Round: Teams TBA.

USA NCIS “Endgame” NCIS “Moonlighting” NCIS (CC) ››› X-Men (2000) Hugh Jackman. (CC)

Thursday Evening May 3, 20127 pm 7:30 8 pm 8:30 9 pm 9:30 10 pm 10:30 11 pm 11:30

CBS 3 Big Bang Rules Person of Interest The Mentalist (N) News Letterman Late

CW 5 The Vampire Diaries The Secret Circle Cops ’Til Death ’Til Death ’70s ’70s South Pk

NBC 6 Commun 30 Rock Office Parks Awake (N) News Jay Leno Late

ABC 10 Missing “Answers” Grey’s Anatomy (N) Scandal (N) (CC) 10 News Nightline Jimmy Kimmel Live

FOX 11 American Idol (N) Touch (N) (CC) News 30 Rock 30 Rock King/Hill King/Hill

PBS 13 Ask the Realtors Michigan Rudy This Old House Hr World Newsline Charlie Rose (N)

A&E The First 48 (CC) The First 48 (N) (CC) The First 48 (N) (CC) The First 48 (CC) The First 48 (CC)


DISC MythBusters (CC) MythBusters (CC) Bin Laden Lair American Chopper Bin Laden Lair

ESPN ››› Catching Hell (2011) (CC) Baseball Tonight (N) (Live) (CC) SportsCenter (N) SportsCenter (N)

FSD UFC Reloaded (Taped) Dan Patrick UFC Unleashed World Poker Tour


HBO ›› Green Lantern (2011) Ryan Reynolds. True Blood (CC) Katie Katie Girls (CC) Speaking

HGTV Million Selling Sell LA Selling Hunters Hunt Intl Hunters Hunt Intl Sell LA Selling

HIST Swamp People (CC) Swamp People (N) Ax Men (CC) Top Shot (CC) Swamp People (CC)

NGEO The Decrypters (N) J Cam J Cam Witness: Tornado The Decrypters J Cam J Cam


TBS Fam. Guy Fam. Guy Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Conan (CC) Office Office

TCM ››› In Cold Blood (1967) Robert Blake. (CC) ››› The Boston Strangler (1968) 10 Rillgtn

TLC 20/20 on TLC (N) 20/20 on TLC (N) 20/20 on TLC (N) 20/20 on TLC (CC) 20/20 on TLC (CC)

TMC ››› The Thomas Crown Affair (1999) ›› Godzilla (1998) Matthew Broderick. (CC) Raw Deal

TNT NBA Basketball Playoffs, First Round: Teams TBA. NBA Basketball Playoffs, First Round: Teams TBA.

USA NCIS “Nine Lives” NCIS “Murder 2.0” NCIS (CC) In Plain Sight (CC) CSI: Crime Scene

Tuesday Evening May 8, 20127 pm 7:30 8 pm 8:30 9 pm 9:30 10 pm 10:30 11 pm 11:30

CBS 3 NCIS (N) (CC) (DVS) NCIS: Los Angeles Unforgettable (N) News Letterman Late

CW 5 90210 (N) (CC) The L.A. Complex Cops ’Til Death ’Til Death ’70s ’70s South Pk

NBC 6 Fashion Star (N) The Voice The winner is revealed. (N) (CC) News Jay Leno Late

ABC 10 Last Man Cougar Dancing With Stars Private Practice (N) 10 News Nightline Jimmy Kimmel Live

FOX 11 Glee (N) (CC) New Girl New Girl News 30 Rock 30 Rock King/Hill King/Hill

PBS 13 Clinton: American Experience (CC) (DVS) Frontline (CC) (DVS) World Newsline Charlie Rose (N)

A&E Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage Storage


DISC Deadliest Catch Deadliest Catch (N) The Devil’s Ride (N) Deadliest Catch The Devil’s Ride

ESPN Nation NFL Live (CC) Baseball Tonight (N) (Live) (CC) SportsCenter (N) SportsCenter (N)

FSD Report Fame Tigers Tigers Lv MLB Baseball Detroit Tigers at Seattle Mariners. (Live)


HBO ›› One Day (2011) Anne Hathaway. 24/7 Veep Game of Thrones Gervais Hall Pass

HGTV Celebs Million White Room Hunters Hunt Intl Celebs Million White Room

HIST Pawn Pawn Swamp People (CC) United Stats Brad Meltzer’s Dec. Pawn Pawn

NGEO Inside Polygamy Amish: Out of Order Amish: Out of Order Inside Polygamy Amish: Out of Order


TBS Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Big Bang Conan (N) Office Office

TCM ››› The Roaring Twenties (1939) (CC) AFI Master Class ››› Man of a Thousand Faces (1957)

TLC Coll. Obsession Strongest Toddler Couple Couple Coll. Obsession Strongest Toddler

TMC ››› The Hours (2002) Meryl Streep. ›› The Lucky Ones (2008, Drama) ›› Skateland (2010)


USA Law & Order: SVU Law & Order: SVU Law & Order: SVU CSI: Crime Scene Necess. Rough

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Stambaugh Crystal Caspian Iron Falls Gaastra River Symbol Station Net Origin 5 3 3 3 WJMN CBS Escanaba - 7 43 5 WBKP CW Calumet 6 6 6 6 WLUC NBC Marquette 10 10 - 10 WBUP ABC Marquette 8 11 WLUK Fox Green Bay 13 13 13 13 WNMU PBS Marquette 20 15 59 A&E Arts & Entertainment 12 11 21 CNN CNN 26 19 29 DISC Discovery Channel 7 10 12 ESPN ESPN 8 37 30 FSD Fox Sports Net Detroit 28 47 56 HALL Hallmark Channel 18 34 37 HGTV Home & Garden TV (HGTV) 2 28 34 HIST History Channel 4 - 4 HBO Home Box Offi ce (HBO) - 24 26 TLC The Learning Channel - 5 - TMC The Movie Channel 38 38 NGEO National Geographic 34 - 46 NICK Nickelodeon 21 4 8 TBS TBS 27 22 7 TNT TNT 22 16 32 TCM Turner Classic Movies 3 31 52 USA USA Network

Other channels not listedIron River: 2, Fox U.P., Marquette; 5 Disney Channel; 9, WGN America; 10, WYOW, ABC, Eagle River; 14, NFL Network 15, Comedy Central; 16, Fox News Channel; 17, Spike TV; 18, Versus; 19, Animal Planet; 20, Speed Channel; 22, MTV; 23, Showtime; 24, Cinemax; 25, Food Network; 27, Weather Channel; 28, ESPN2; 31, Fox Sports Net Plus; 33, AMC; 35, Cartoon Network; 36, Syfy; 39, VH-1; 40, CMT; 41. Lifetime; 42, TV Land; 44, Eternal Word TV; 45, Trinity Broadcasting Network; 47, C-SPAN; 48, Golf Channel; 51, Outdoor Channel; 53, FX; 54, CBWT, CBC, Winnipeg; 55, QVC; 57, Zap2It TV listings; 58, FitTV.

Crystal Falls: 9, WGN America; 14, VH-1; 15, Spike TV; 16, Disney Channel; 17, Weather Channel; 23, Eternal Word TV Network; 25, MTV; 29, TV Land; 30, Lifetime; 31, Home Shop-ping Network; 32, CMT; 33, ESPN2; 35, WZMQ, Marquette, ThisTV.

Caspian-Stambaugh-Gaastra: 9, WGN America; 12, WJFW, NBC, Rhinelander; 14, Cartoon Network; 17, Animal Planet; 18, Great American Country; 20, Eternal Word TV Network; 21, WXYZ, ABC, Detroit; 23, QVC; 26, C-Span; 27, Fox News Channel; 29, WMVS, PBS, Milwaukee; 30, Outdoor Chan-nel; 32, AMC; 33, Lifetime; 35, AmericanLife; 36, ThisTV; 39, Weather Channel; 40. Home Shopping Network; 41, Sportsman Channel; 42, ABC Family; 43, Trinity Broadcasting Network; 44, Food Network; 45, WZMQ, Marquette, ThisTV; 46, Speed Channel; 48, Universal Sports; 49, Golf Channel; 50, WMVT, PBS, Milwaukee.

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WEEKLY CROSSWORD: MAY 2, 2012CLUES ACROSS1. Exploiter5. Gaultheria shallon10. Having a slanted direction14. Capital of Elam15. Japanese mushroom16. Lake in Estonia17. Walk heavily18. Moroccan capital19. Arabian gulf20. The act of pillage22. Bad-tempered24. Capital of Yemen26. A unit of illumination27. Tell on30. Half woman and half fi sh32. An arbitrageur35. Having winglike extensions or parts37. Auto38. Big eyed scad genus40. Ringlet41. Brew42. Roam at random43. Select by vote

45. Coney46. Actress Zellweger47. Father48. United States of51. The last part of anything52. Watering places53. Adventure story55. Animal disease58. Unintelligible talking62. Stout beating stick63. Italian opera set67. Hungarian Violinist Leopold68. Cheremis language69. 55120 MN70. County in Northern Ireland71. So. American nation72. Pores in a leaf73. Swiss riverCLUES DOWN1. Union of Soviet Socialist Republics2. 1973 Toni Morrison novel3. Employee stock ownership plan4. Finger millets5. At peace

6. Nursing group7. Tennis return in a high arc8. Alias9. Chinese fruit with jellylike pulp10. Swell or distend11. Unstressed-stressed12. Whale ship captain13. No baloney electronics mfg.21. Entity designation23. Fishing sticks25. Shopping passageways26. A slight or partial paralysis27. Sped28. Bastard wing29. ___ and feathered31. Of cheekbone32. Unaccompanied33. Black bird34. To bear offspring36. Educational cable channel39. Before44. Adhesive, ticker or duct46. Sanskrit for color, melody49. The common people50. Dressing room by the sea52. City on the Cibin River54. Manila hemp

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55. Canadian law enforcers56. Winglike structures57. Jefferson’s V.P.59. Daughter of Ion60. Jet or King61. Sea eagle64. Nine knotted cord whip65. Consciousness of your own identity66. 60’s veterans battleground


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Knowledge of: Principles and practices of college recruiting. Basics of marketing and sales. Computers and related software programs. Community College philosophy, programs and certificates. Ability to: Recruit prospective students. Travel extensively, including some overnight travel. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Use a variety of computer software. Manage projects independently. Maintain effective working relationships with other people. Education and/or Experience: Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite knowledge, skill and abilities. A typical way to obtain these would be: Bachelor’s degree preferable in the humanities, social sciences, or business. Two years of student experience or one year of professional experience in college admissions, student services, sales/marketing or public relations/communications. Valid state driver’s license Starting salary: $31,540 plus benefit package Visit our website at www.gogebic.edu – Faculty & Staff – Employment – Staff – for a full job description. GOGEBIC COMMUNITY COLLEGE is a fully-accredited, full service community college with a head count of 1,450. The Ironwood area offers a high quality of life in a rural setting. Located two hours from Duluth,

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MN, four hours from Minneapolis/St.Paul, MN, and four hours from Green Bay, WI, the college is in close proximity to Lake Superior, the Ottawa National Forest, and numerous other state parks and recreational areas. Visit our website at www.gogebic.edu for more information bout GCC. Review of completed applications will begin May 2 and continue until the position is filled. Interested individuals should submit a portfolio containing a letter of interest, a detailed resume, three letters of recommendation that include current contact information or references, unofficial transcripts (official transcripts may be required before employment offer), and other relevant material to: Human Resources Attn: Linda Gustafson Gogebic Community College, E4946 Jackson Road Ironwood, MI 49938, (906) 932-4231 ext. 201 [email protected] Gogebic Community College is an equal opportunity educator

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ITEMS FOR SALEDickinson-Iron District

Health Department• Computer equipment, broken printers, desks, miscellaneous items.• For a complete list or to view items call 779-7210 or 265-9913.• All items sold “as is” and the Department reserves the right to set minimum bid amounts.• Payment in full is required prior to taking possession and all sales are fi nal, no refunds.• Items must be picked up by Friday, May 18, 2012 at 3:00 p.m.

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Submit sealed bids by Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. to: BIDS, Dickinson-Iron District Health Department, 818 Pyle Dr., Kingsford, MI 49802. EOE

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MISCELLANEOUSOUTDOOR WOOD FUR-NACE: Twin Waters En-ergy Central Boilers Pre-mier Stocking Dealer. In Stock, Classic, E-Classic and Maxim Pellet/Corn Furnace. Call for sale prices (715) 542-3432.

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Bloomin’ Good Savings in May and for Mother’s Day. Hand crafted cards for mom and many gift ideas, too. Stop in at Wishingstone Woods in the Porter School Market Place in Alpha. Open Saturday and Sunday 9 am – 2 pm.

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FOR SALE: 24’ pontoon boat, no motor, needs seats, $2000; 24’ pon-toon trailer, tandem axle, $800; ’69 Ford 1-ton stake body for parts, $950; ATV Honda SX 2-wheel drive 4 wheeler, $1100; 1984 Lincoln Town Car Signa-ture Series, $1,800. OBO. (906) 875-6347.

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CDL DRIVERS: Startup transit company seeks 8 PT, 24-28 hours per week. Min 10 yrs driving exp. CDL-A w/Pass end; 3 yrs exp driving CDL class veh.. School bus end. and/or wheelchair exp a plus. 3 weekdays/1 weekend day to start. Clean driving record; able to pass Federal and State criminal background checks. Pre-employment substance abuse screen-ing and post-employment random drug / alcohol testing required. Benefi ts to phase in as company grows. Apply in person at 217 W. Genesee Street, Iron River, MI, or send resume to Menominee Transit Company, P.O. Box 926, Stambaugh, MI 49964, or to: [email protected].

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SHOP MECHANIC/DRIV-ER: Startup transit com-pany. PT to maintain fl eet vehicles and drive routes as needed. 2-3 days a week and weekends on call. Min 5 yrs exp servic-ing diesel and gasoline trucks or buses. Certifi ed mechanic preferred. Exp servicing wheelchair lift equipment a plus. CDL-A w/Pass end; 3 yrs exp driving CDL class veh.. School bus end. and/or wheelchair exp a plus.. Clean driving record; able to pass Federal and State criminal background checks. Pre-employment substance abuse screen-ing and post-employment random drug / alcohol testing required. Benefi ts to phase in as company grows. Apply in person at 217 W. Genesee Street, Iron River, MI, or send resume to Menominee Transit Company, P.O. Box 926, Stambaugh, MI 49964, or to: [email protected].

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FOR SALE: Well main-tained 2 bedroom home on 40 acres with a 2 story detached garage and small storage shed. Only 3 miles from Crystal Falls, MI on Highway M-69. Call Doug or Alisa at (906) 875-3358 to take a look at this cute home in a beauti-ful setting. $110,000.

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I NEED YOUR JUNK CARS: Greentree Auto Recyclers. Licensed deal-er. We buy & haul junk cars & trucks. Call (906) 875-6907. If no answer, leave message.

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NOW AVAILABLE: Iron River single occupancy effi ciency apartment. In-cludes all utilities. No pets. $350 per month. NO lease. Call (906) 284-0967 or (906) 774-5302.

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2 BEDROOM APART-MENTS FOR RENT: Pet friendly. Stove and refrig-erator. Nice yards. Water and garbage included. Tenant pays uti l i t ies. Some apartments are HUD approved. (906) 265-9387 or 367-6113.

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EXPERIENCED CARE GIVER: Will come to your home, Crystal Falls area. References. (906) 875-3498.

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MAY KAY SKIN CARE,Lots of NEW products. Call me for a FREE Fa-cial, earn FREE product by sponsoring a party! Call Christy at (715) 617-3630.

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DON’T PAY HIGH HEAT-ING BILLS: Eliminate them with an OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler. Call today (906) 396-7136.

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The Iron County Democratic PartyThe Iron County Democratic Party will be holding its Presidential Causus on Saturday, May 5, 2012 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Alpha Senior Citizens Center in Alpha, MI. All Democrats are encouraged to attend.

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West Iron to receive impact concussion testingBy Marian Volek

IRON RIVER—A program to provide impact concussion test-ing through Northstar Health System will be available to West Iron County students, beginning this month. Superintendent Chris Thom-son told the Board of Education at its April 23 meeting that students in grades eight through 11 will be tested, establishing a baseline for their healthcare providers to use. Middle/High School Prin-cipal Mike Berutti said that he would like to see the program made part of the physical for

athletes. “It’s defi nite for any athletes in contact sports,” he said. The computer test takes from 20 to 25 minutes. Northstar will fund the fi rst year of the program. Testing is scheduled to begin the fi rst week in May. In other business: --Board Finance Committee Chairman Rob Possanza con-tinues to work on streamlining the district’s agency account. These are fund collected for various projects and programs, and have, in the past, been de-posited individually using the

district’s I.D. number. Some of the accounts, which still have balances in them, have been inactive for years. “We’ve done as many ad-justments as we can,” he said. “We’d like to get a policy in place for this.” --A new scoreboard has been ordered and will be de-livered in August. --Thomson reported issues with the Internet over spring break. Computers were operat-ing “very sluggishly,” he said, and learned that the bandwidth is “maxing out.” Teck Solutions worked on the problem, and the comput-ers are running a little quicker, he said, but hoped that when Merit puts its fi ber optic system through, the problem will be alleviated. --Berutti reported the ACT exam scores went up in fi ve categories. “We want to see improve-ment every year,” he said. “The staff is working hard, and the kids are stepping up to

the challenge.” He said more information would be available in June or July. --The high school woods class built a wood splitter, Berutti said, that they would like to raffl e to raise money for the program. He said that the new splitter they designed and built would cost more than $1,500. --Thirty students from the senior class will take the senior trip to the Wisconsin Dells. Four chaperones will accom-pany them. --Three teachers received second and third year proba-tionary status, including Ashley Thomas, Kevin Leonoff and Jennifer Schive.

Reporter deadline:

4 p.m. Friday

IRON RIVER—The West Iron County High School junior prom will be held Saturday, May 5, at the Charles Green-lund gym. The theme is “Black Tie Affair.” The grand march will be held at 7 p.m., and the admis-sion fee is $1.

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WICHS junior prom set May 5

MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

PUBLIC NOTICEHERBICIDE PROGRAM

SUPERIOR REGION 2012

The Michigan Department of Transportation hereby provides notice to the public, and property owners adjacent to state highways of the 2012 Herbicide Application Program treatments for roadside rights-of way within Gogebic, Ontonagon, Houghton, Baraga, Iron, Marquette, Dickinson, Menominee, Alger, Delta, Schoolcraft, Luce, Mackinac and Chippewa counties.

SCHEDULED DATES OF APPLICATION:Applications will take place between May 3, 2012 and December 1, 2012.

HERBICIDES/LOCATIONS:Non-Selective Applications: (Guardrail, Pavement/Shoulder cracks and edges, Barrier walls, Concrete bridge slopes, Invasive plants) ANY INDIVIDUAL OR COMBINATIONS OF THE HERBICIDES LISTED BE-LOW:Roundup Pro Concentrate (Glyphosate), Oust Extra (Sulfometuron methyl and Metsulfuron Methyl), Landmark XP (Sulfometuron methyl and Chlorsulfuron), Plateau (Imazapic), Milestone VM (Aminopyralid), Escort XP (Metsulfuron Methyl), Arsenal Powerline (Imazapyr), Habi-tat (Isopropylamine salt of Imazapyr), Rodeo (Glyphosate).

Selective Applications: (Broadleaf weeds in turf areas, Brush control, Plant growth regulator, Invasive plants) ANY INDIVIDUAL OR COMBI-NATIONS OF THE HERBICIDES LISTED BELOW:Solution Water Soluble IVM or DMA 4 IVM (2, 4-Diclorophenoxyacetic Acid), Milestone VM (Aminopyralid), Escort XP (Metsulfuron methyl), Telar XP (Chlorsulfuron), Garlon 3A, Garlon 4Ultra (Triclopyr), Vista XRT (Fluroxypyr), Plateau (Imazapic), Momentum FX2 (2, 4-Dicloro-phenoxyacetic Acid, Triclopyr and Fluroxypyr), Habitat (Isopropylamine salt of Imazapyr).

Adjuvants: (Drift control, Water Conditioning, Surfactants) 41-A (Poly-acrylamide and Polysaccharidepolymers), Nu-Film-IR (Poly-1-p-Men-thene), Improve (Nonionic), Condition (Ammonium sulfate), Sunset MSO (Methylated seed oil blend and emulsifiers)

METHOD OF APPLICATION:All applications will be ground or foliar applied by vehicular mounted fixed boom or hand spray gun equipment. The herbicides will be tank mixed or injected for each application.

RE-ENTRY RESTRICTIONS:Do not enter treated areas until the spray has dried.

CONTACT:All applications will be made by Certified Pesticide Applicators. For fur-ther information contact:

Dan Hamlin, Resource Specialist Michigan Department of Transportation 1818 3rd Avenue North Escanaba, MI 49829 906 - 786-1830

This notice is published per Regulation 637 Act No. 451, Public Acts of 1994, as amended.


NOTICE TO BIDDERSThe Board of County Road Commissioners of Iron County, Michigan, (ICRC) will accept sealed bids in their business offi ce at 800 West Franklin Street, Iron River, Michigan 49935, until 8:30 a.m. CT on Tuesday, May 8, 2012 for:

ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

Bid information can be obtained at the ICRC business offi ce. All bid envelopes must be clearly marked on the outside- “ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.” The ICRC reserves the right to reject or accept any or all bids, to waive any irregularities in any bid, and to accept or reject any bid, in whole or in part that they deem to be in the best interest of the Iron County Road Commission.

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The Dickinson Iron Community Services Agency is seeking a team oriented individual to work in the fi nance department. This 25 hour/week position serves under the direction of the Finance Director and provides basic accounting and payroll support to the agency. Position Requirements: Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in accounting and two years of experience. The ideal candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills, a thorough knowledge of Excel and basic accounting practice and experience in working with grant funded social service programs. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail are essential. Please send a letter of application, resume, references and any professional licenses to:

DICSA800 CRYSTAL LAKE BLVD. SUITE 104

IRON MOUNTAIN, MI 49801ATTN: Sandie Essendrup, Human Resources

Application Deadline: May 3, 2012

DICSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualifi ed applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

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7-12 Grade 7-12 Grade Social Studies TeacherSocial Studies Teacher

The Watersmeet Township School District is currently looking for interested candidates to Instruct and head the Social Studies Department beginning with the 2012-2013 school year.

Date Posted: 4/17/2012Date Needed: 9/4/2012 Application Deadline: 5/23/2012Compensation: As per the Master Contract of the Watersmeet Education Association.Times Needed: As per the Master Contract of the Watersmeet Education AssociationQualifi cations: Applicants must possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certifi cate with a RX (Social Studies) endorsement and must meet the State of Michigan’s “Highly qualifi ed” status. Applicants must also meet the requirements as set forth by the Elementary-Secondary Education Act (ESEA).

How to ApplySend a letter of application, resume, copy of transcripts, copy of certifi cation and three letters of educational reference to:VIA U.S. Mail, Fed Ex, UPS: Watersmeet Township School District, PO Box 217, N4720 Hwy 45, Watersmeet, MI 49969. Attn: George R. Peterson, III, Administrator VIA Fax: 906/358-3036VIA e-mail: [email protected]

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Outdoors...Outdoors...

Youth’s first hunt is a successLuke Rice, 6, of Crystal Falls shot his fi rst turkey the morning of April 25. Luke was hunting with his dad, Ed, who called in the turkey for him to shoot with his Remington 870 youth model 20 gauge. Luke has been hunting with his parents, Ed and Eva, all his life, but this was his fi rst hunt as the hunter, thanks to the new MDNR mentored youth-hunting program. (Rice photo)

Ottawa Interpretive Association to hold annual meeting

A look at the spring wild turkey seasonBy Bill Ziegler

For theIron County Reporter

IRON COUNTY—Wild tur-key hunters are gearing up for the time of year they all look forward to. The Upper Peninsula of Michigan’s turkey season be-gan Monday, April 23, and runs until May 31. The entire Upper Peninsula of Michigan is now one DNR Hunt Unit - M, with 8,000 hunter permits avail-able. This year’s turkey hunters can expect to find a turkey population in the Western Up-per Peninsula that is variable in terms of county turkey popula-tions. The DNR Wildlife Divi-sion uses counts at the Wildlife Unlimited turkey feeders along with other survey tools to esti-mate the turkey abundance in Dickinson and Iron counties where the birds rely on winter feeding. Kevin Kramer is Wild-life Unlimited of Dickinson County’s Turkey program co-ordinator. Kramer estimates Dickinson County had about 3,000 turkeys this past winter. This is above Wildlife Unlimited’s feeding goal of 2,500 birds, although Dickin-son County’s turkey number “trend is going down” toward the goal according to Kramer. Dickinson County WU sup-ports about 30 barrel feeders throughout the entire county. Due to the high cost of corn used to feed the turkeys during winter, they had to cost share with individuals wishing to feed turkeys on their land. Wildlife Unlimited of Dick-inson County obtained corn for about $14 per 100 pounds, and provided it to individuals with Wildlife Unlimited turkey feeder devices for $4 per 100 pounds to those individuals. Iron County also has about 3,000 turkeys according to Ted Sammond, turkey program coordinator for Iron County Wildlife Unlimited. “This number is double our feeding goal of 1,500 birds” said Sammond. Wildlife Un-limited currently supports about 45 barrel feeders in the turkey project area.

“We were very fortunate we had an easy winter considering the high price of corn,” stated Sammond. WU of Iron County current-ly provides corn free to feeder participants in the southern portion of the county. The Iron County original project feed-ing area was roughly south of M-69 and westward from that approximate imaginary line drawn from east to west in Iron County. The practice of providing 100 percent free corn to feeders is under review as they have seen their costs increase from about $5 per 100 pounds. Up to this winter’s price of about $15 per 100 pounds. Sammond added, “Most of the U.P. turkeys need to be artifi cially fed when sustained snow depths reach about eight inches, in order for them to survive in adequate num-

bers.” Sammond reports that Iron County turkey numbers have increased due to a variety of factors. We have experienced several mild winters with limited snow fall. In addition, hunters are not harvesting enough birds. At this point with a limited turkey feeding budgets of Wildlife Unlimited, a severe winter will likely re-sult in a signifi cant decrease in turkey populations due to bird die off. Complicating the harvest issue is the adaptability of wild turkeys who take up residence in large back yards of semi rural areas of the county. This is sometimes facilitated by residents who are, in effect, trying to make pets of local turkey fl ocks by feeding them far beyond the sustained deep snow periods. Some people are trying to hold the birds in

their yard or a series of semi rural yards where they cannot be hunted. DNR Wildlife Biologists Craig Albright of Escanaba and Monica Joseph of Crystal Falls reported that in 2011, 56 percent of the 8,000 available turkey licenses for the U.P. Turkey Unit-M were sold. The trend of licensed tur-key hunters’ participation has been down some with a 2011 Unit-M total of 3,641 hunters, down from a fi ve year average of 4,257 hunters for the U.P. Turkey Unit. The overall turkey harvest for Turkey Unit-M has declined some in 2010 (1,425 harvested) and 2011(1,225 harvested). This is down from the fi ve year average harvest in Unit-M of 1,657 birds. There is not a clear trend with the percent of successful hunters with it ranging from 34 to 41 percent over the last fi ve years. The DNR reports in 2011 in Dickinson County 526 turkey hunters harvested 145 birds for a success rate of 27 percent. During 2011 in Iron County 533 hunters harvested 221 birds for a success rate of 42 percent. In Menominee County 1048 hunters harvested 431 birds for a success rate of 41 percent. If more information is need-ed, refer to the Michigan Wild Turkey Hunting Digest or call Michigan DNR at Escanaba 906-786-2351 or Crystal Falls 906-875-6622. Information can be obtained on the DNR web site at www.michigan.gov/dnr. (Bill Ziegler is a resi-dent of Crystal Falls, an area sportsman and recently re-tired Michigan DNR fi sheries management biologist for the southwest U.P. for the last 24 years. For 10 years before that, he was a fisheries bi-ologist for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Forest Service primarily working in the U.P., northern Wisconsin and northern Minnesota.)

Ottawa seeking OHV comments

Audubonto meetCASPIAN—The fi rst meeting of the season of the Iron County Audubon Society will be held on Monday, May 14, at 6:30 p.m. at the Iron County Histori-cal Museum in Caspian. This will be a potluck, “so please bring a dish to pass and your own table service,” said a spokesperson. Show and tell will follow, “so be sure to bring any items that might be of interest.” Plans for the year will be discussed, and membership dues can be paid at this time. All interested persons are welcome to attend.

FP students attend Trees For Tomorrow workshopEAGLE RIVER, Wis.—Chap-eroned by their teachers, fi fth grade students from Forest Park Elementary of Crystal Falls traveled to Trees For Tomorrow Natural Resources Specialty School. Students attended a three-day workshop on April 18-20, enjoying a rustic stay in Civil-ian Conservation Corps built dorms dating back to 1937. In their workshop, class-room and fi eld studies centered on understanding the charac-teristics and resilient nature of the Great Lakes ecosystem employing sustainable methods of stewardship. With a focus upon sustain-ability, resource awareness and outdoor recreation, students learned the forestry history of the region, trekked wilderness areas and examined managed forests, bogs and local lakes. Classes included a challenge course, map and compass train-

ing outdoors, deer population management studies, human survival skills and strategies, a lecture on skulls, skins and bones and an escape to nearby forests, rounding out their natu-ral resources curriculum. Forest Park Elementary stu-dents have been journeying to Trees For Tomorrow for natural resources education for the past seven years. Students received scholar-ship support for their natural resources workshop from the Seevers Family Foundation and Lake States Lumber Associa-tion. A Wisconsin education tradition, Trees For Tomorrow encourages students to spend time outdoors and gain an ap-preciation for nature, which can infl uence them for life. They have the opportunity to understand the application of concepts, and their relevance in the practical world, visiting

onsite locations. One student stated, “I es-pecially loved learning about the animals, the way they live, their habitat, and their lifestyle. Learning about these animals helped change my perspective on some of them.” This fully accredited pro-gram educates participants about the natural environment and the sustainable resources humans rely on. Classroom time combined with adventures in the outdoors keep the students engaged while in an atmosphere that encourages critical thinking, team building, increasing self esteem, learning new skills, and enjoying the outdoors. For more information on any of the programs offered, call (715) 479-6456 or visit www.TreesForTomorrow.com. Scholarship donations can range from $10 per student to $1,000 per school group.

IRONWOOD—The Ottawa National Forest (ONF) is seek-ing comments on proposed OHV trail designations. As part of its continued efforts to provide for a high-quality, sustainable OHV trail system, the ONF is propos-ing to connect two state of Michigan multi-use trails on the eastern side of the Ottawa to provide a usable system for OHV travel, as well as provid-ing a connection to the state of Michigan Bill Nicholls Trail near Mass City. Trail connections will be accomplished via the use of current forest system roads and other travel ways on National Forest System (NFS) lands. Additional information on the proposed connections is available on-line at: http://www.fs.usda.gov/projects/otta-wa/landmanagement/projects. To ensure that your com-

ments on this project are re-ceived before a fi nal decision is made, please respond by May 11. Comments will be reviewed and used to determine what topics will require detailed analysis in the environmental assessment. Any comments received on this proposal are part of the public record and available for public review upon request. Comments should be ad-dressed to the Forest Supervisor, E6248 US Hwy. 2, Ironwood, MI 49938 or call the offi ce at (906) 932-1330. Additionally, comments may be e-mailed to [email protected]. To receive a copy of the scoping document associ-ated with this project, call the local Forest Service offi ce or visit: www.fs.fed.us/nepa/fs-us-da-pop.php/?project=38997. “We look forward to hearing from you.”

WATERSMEET—The annual meeting of the Ottawa Inter-pretive Association (OIA) will be held on Tuesday, May 22, at 9 a.m. at the Ottawa Visitor Center; corner of U.S. 2 and Highway 45 here. The public is invited to at-tend. The OIA is a nonprofi t cor-poration founded in 1993 for the purpose of enhancing the educational and interpretive efforts of the Ottawa National Forest. All net profits generated from the OIA administered “Bears Den” gift shop at the Visitor Center, contributions and membership fees are used to fund education, interpretive and cultural projects on the Ot-tawa National Forest. The goal is to instill in the public a land ethic; a sense of pride and stewardship toward our public lands. The OIA board is com-prised of volunteer members with varying backgrounds who determine the projects to be funded from grant requests by Ottawa personnel. Since 1993 the OIA has funded over 75 projects on

the Ottawa, (worth $380,000) including signage at Black River Harbor, the Visitor Cen-ter Interpretive Trail, Alligator Eye, videos and sound systems for the Visitor Center, printing of numerous brochures, sum-mer Thursday evening Visitor Center speakers, refurbishing hiking trails and campgrounds, the Tree of Hope and mounting of animals for display.

Lisa Klaus, Public Affairs and Administrative offi cer for the Ottawa and Chequamegon – Nicolet National Forests and OIA liaison, will be giving a power point presentation in the auditorium, followed by the annual meeting. Membership information will be available and the “Bears Den” gift shop will offer a 10 percent discount on all pur-chases to attendees. Coffee and light refreshments will also be provided. OIA directors and board encourage the public to attend, visit our gift shop and fi nd out how to become a member of the OIA for continued assistance of worthwhile projects for the Ottawa and the community.

The Iron County Conservation District is accepting applications for a part-time position as District Administrator. Responsibilities include working with the general public, fundraising, project planning, budget development and knowledge or strong interest in environmental issues, controlling aquatic and terrestrial invasives, and natural resources. Qualifi ed candidate will have computer/software skills in Microsoft Word and Excel. QuickBooks a plus. Self-motivation is extremely important. Duties will include writing newsletters, annual reports, be responsible for the annual tree sale programs, and administering grants, educational programs and preparing for and attending public meetings to promote the district and its programs. It will be necessary to pass a USDA security check. Deadline for all applications is May 11, 2012. Contact the offi ce at (906) 875-3765 for more info. Please reply with a cover letter and resume to: Iron Conservation District, Attention: Administrative Position, 2 South Sixth Street, Suite 15, Crystal Falls, MI 49920, fax # (906) 875-6776 or send by E-mail: [email protected] Subject: (administrator position). The ICCD is an equal opportunity employer.

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JACOBS FUNERAL HOMEJOANIE’S BEAUTY SHOPKEVIN’S AUTO BODYLINDWALL MOTORS, INC.MELVIN JOHNSON POTATO FARMMINERS STATE BANKNETTELL INSURANCE AGENCYOBERLIN’S INC.REPORTER & SHOPPER’S GUIDESHAMCOSMED’S SALES & SERVICEVIC’S RADIO & TV SERVICEWESTPHAL’S INC. -Heating, Air Conditioning, ElectricalWILLIAMS REDI-MIXWOODLAND EQUIPMENT, INC.

ALEXA FOREST PRODUCTSAUTO VALUE OF IRON RIVERCOVANTAGE CREDIT UNIONCRYSTAL LUMBERDENELL CONSTRUCTION, INC.DOUG FELGER, D.D.S.FIRST NATIONAL BANK-Crystal FallsFORSLUND BUILDING SUPPLYHEBERT CONSTRUCTION CO.HOOVER’S STANDARD SERVICEDENNIS N. HULBERT, D.D.S.S.C.IRON COUNTY ANIMAL CLINIC- Robert Anderson, D.V.M.IRON RIVER AUTO SUPPLYIRON RIVER CARE CENTER

PLEASE SUPPORT THE FOLLOWING BUSINESSES WHO BRING YOU THE SPORTS SCHEDULE!

Part-time Certifi ed Nurse AssistantsAll Applicant(s) must possess a current

license in the State of MichiganOffering Sign-On BonusStarting Wage: $13.47

Benefi t Package

Applications: Iron County Medical Care Facility1523 Hwy. US 2, Crystal Falls, MI. 49920

906-875-6671, Fax: 875-6573Offi ce Hours 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Applications also on www.ironcountymcf.com

Iron County Medical Care Facility is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Iron County Medical Care Facility Job Opportunities:

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NOTICE TO BIDDERSThe Board of County Road Commissioners of Iron County, Michigan, will accept sealed bids in their business offi ce at 800 West Franklin Street, Iron River, Michigan 49935, until 4:00 p.m. CT on Monday, May 7, 2012 for the following item:

Gravel CrushingSpecifi cations and bid forms can be obtained at the business offi ce of the Iron County Road Commission. All bid envelopes must be clearly marked on the outside - “GRAVEL CRUSHING”. The Board reserves the right to reject or accept any or all bids, to waive any irregularities in any bid, and to accept or reject any bid, in whole or in part, that they deem to be in the best interest of the Iron County Road Commission.

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The Board of County Road Commissioners of Iron County, Michigan, is accepting applications in their business offi ce at 800 West Franklin Street, Iron River, Michigan 49935, until 4:00 p.m. CT on Thursday, May 3, 2012 for:

TEMPORARY SUMMER HELP

Position is for a lead worker on crackfi lling crew for the summer months. Applications can be obtained at the ICRC business offi ce. The Iron County Road Commission is an equal opportunity employer.

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WIC trackMay 1, 3 p.m.--At Copper Country Inv. (Lake Linden)May 4, 3:30 p.m.--At Stephenson InvitationalMay 7, 2:30 p.m.--At Kramer Invitational (Ironwood)May 8, 3:30 p.m.--At Kingsford

WIC boys tennisMay 1, 3:45 p.m.--At Iron MountainMay 3, 3:45 p.m.--Norway, homeMay 7, 3:45 p.m.--At Menominee

WIC golfMay 2 (girls) and 3 (boys), 9 a.m.--George Young Inv.

Pole vault: 6. Toby Ross. High jump: 3. (three-way ti e), Hilberg, 6-6. For the girls, Graff earned another fi rst place in discus with a toss of 101-10—an inch off her winning distance at Florence three days earlier. Also winning were the 800 and 400 relay teams, while the other two relays were second. Grandahl and Sierra Sholander were on both winning relays. Michelle Lato was second in the 3200. West Iron (113.5) won the girls team title, with Norway second (104.75), followed by Niagara (72.75) and the Lady Trojans (64). Full results: 3200 relay: 2. FP (Maria Dimuri, Casey Ponchaud, Gina Maki, Michelle Lato), 11:48.46. 100 high hurdles: 5. Audrey Sholander. 1600: 3. Ponchaud, 6:24.90. 800 relay: 1. FP (A.Sholander, Sierra Sholander, Mary Grandahl, Ana Cornelia), 1:58.08. 400 relay: 1. FP (Grandahl, Becca McCole, S.Sholander, Cornelia), 57.17. 800: 5. Ponchaud. 3200: 2. Lato, 13:59.14. 1600 relay: 2. FP (Grandahl, McCole, S.Sholander, A.Sholan-der), 4:30.08. Discus: 1. Gina Graff , 101-10. • This week, the Trojans had a meet at North Dickinson on May 1. They are at the Norway Invitational May 7.

Long jump: 2. Mazurek, 14-2. Triple jump: 4. Emilie Christensen; 5. Mazurek. Discus: 4. Megan Miatech. Shot put: 1. Miatech, 32-9.25. The West Iron boys team, with just 10 athletes, fi nished seventh in the eight-team fi eld with 35 points. Crivitz fi nished fi rst with 126 points,

Indoor bocce Windsor Center Thursday night mixed results from April 26 Caliente Cuti es (Amy Bigelow, Kris Graves, Dale Saff ord, Jean Scheibe) ti ed with Go Green (Lorraine Meinhardt, Joann Menghini, Amy Pratt , Chara Wiegand), 1-1. New players invited every Thursday at 5:15 p.m.; teams are randomly chosen each week.

WIC boys tennis starts with winIRON RIVER—West Iron County got its boys tennis season off to a successful start April 24 with a 5-3 win at Escanaba. The Wykons took three of the four singles matches. At No. 1, Austin Waara lost just one game in a 6-0, 6-1 win. Adam Newby, at third singles, lost a second set tiebreaker but won a third set tiebreak for his win. Alex Ralston prevailed in straight sets at fourth singles in a close match. At second singles, Caleb

Pellizzer lost in three sets. In fi rst doubles, Ryan Rogers and Andrew Peterson were taken to a third set but won it 6-0. At second doubles, Sean Gustafson and Tylor Capadagli started slowly but won a pair of tiebreakers to take the victory 1-6, 7-6, 7-6. The Wykons travel to Iron Mountain on May 1 and play their fi rst home match May 3 against Norway at Nelson Field. They visit Menominee May 7.

(From left) Coach Tracy Hruska stands with Articatz volleyball club members Amy Richardson, Missy Koski and Lauren Hawkins at a scrimmage held at Lake Superior State University on April 15. (submitted photo)

Local girls training with Articatz v’ballIRON RIVER—Amy Richardson, a member of the volleyball team at West Iron County High School, is developing her skills with the Articatz developmental volleyball club. Richardson, daughter of JV volleyball Coach Kelly Richardson, fi rst tried out for the Articatz in January 2011 and was selected. This is her second year, and this year she is joined by two WIC teammates: Missy Koski went along to the tryouts this year, and later Lauren Hawkins was invited. Articatz team members are coached by Tracy Hruska.

Coach Richardson calls it “an excellent program: She is receiving the training and exposure to prepare her for college volleyball.” The girls train each week in Marquette, and they recently took part in a scrimmage at Lake Superior State University in Sault Ste. Marie. Last weekend, Amy took part in a tournament in Waukesha, Wis. The other girls are younger and not on the traveling team. “This is a great opportunity,” said Kelly Richardson, “and we already have colleges interested.”

followed by Forest Park (87) and Niagara (84). Stafford earned another win in the 100-meter dash (11.68) and was second in long jump. Jonet also was second, in shot put. 100: 1. Tyler Staff ord, 11.68. 800 relay: 5. WIC (Staff ord, Riley Rogers, Caleb Pellizzer, Andrew Peterson). 400 relay: 3. WIC (Staff ord,

Rogers, Pellizzer, Peterson), 48.56. 1600 relay: 6. WIC (Chris Rozine, Brandon Olson, Nick Thoney, Colton Pangrazzi). Long jump: 2. Staff ord, 17-7. Shot put: 2. Chasz Jonet, 42-4. • Boys results from the Thunderbird Relays, held in Minocqua, Wis., on April 17: Long jump: 3. Tyler Staff ord, 17-11.5; 8. Ryan Richard, 16-2.75. Shot put: 1. Chasz Jonet, 43-4; 3. James Spicer, 39-6.5; 5. Andrew Peterson, 38-3.25. Discus: 10. Jonet, 76-1. 800 sprint medley: 3. WIC (Caleb Pellizzer, Staff ord, Brandon Olson, Colton Pangrazzi), 1:48.57. 400 relay: 3. WIC (Staff ord, Richard, Peterson, Riley Rogers), 48.89. 400 relay throwers: 4. WIC (Spicer, Jonet, Peterson, Michael Barker), 56.55. 800 relay: 4. WIC (Pellizzer, Rogers, Richard, Peterson), 1:45.40. Distance medley: 4. WIC (Pangrazzi, Olson, Barker, Chris Rozine), 14:02.93. 1600 relay: 4. WIC (Rozine, Barker, Pangrazzi, Josh Parker), 4:20.73. • This week, the Wykons traveled to Lake Linden for the Copper Country Invitational on May 1, followed by the Stephenson Invitational May 4. Back-to-back meets early next week: the Kramer Invitational at Ironwood May 7 and a meet at Kingsford May 8.

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West Iron County track . . .

Hardcourt titleRon and Natalie Tirapelli of Chicago are the winners of a senior father-daughter indoor hardcourt national championship tournament, held March 16-18 in Barrington, Ill. They won a third set tiebreaker in their fi rst match, then won their next two in straight sets. Both were awarded a gold tennis ball for their efforts. Next up for them: the hardcourt national championships, taking place in San Diego in early June. (submitted photo)

May 7, 3:30 p.m.--At Iron Mtn./KingsfordMay 8, 9 a.m.--At Negaunee Invitational

FP trackMay 1, 4 p.m.--At North DickinsonMay 7, 3:30 p.m.--At Norway Invitational

FP golfMay 2 (girls) and 3 (boys), 9 a.m.--George

Young Inv.May 7, 9 a.m.--At Highland Invitational

County Board approves plat book printingBy Marian Volek

CRYSTAL FALLS—The Iron County Board of Commissioners approved a fall printing of the county plat book at its April 24 bi-monthly meeting. The books have been priced at $40. A new program, it was explained, will also make a digital version available. The board approved ordering 1,000 books. Discussion of a county-wide drug prescription card

was brought to the board. Chairman Wayne Wales said, in conversations with Prosecuting Attorney Melissa Powell, the recommendation was that the county does not participate. “She felt there was some risk to it,” he said, adding that local pharmacies have their own prescription discount programs. The NACO program has been implemented in at least 20 counties in Michigan,

and would be free to county residents. No action was taken. IN OTHER BUSINESS: --The board approved the Economic Development Corporation’s recommendation to appoint Gary Hough to the board. --County Equalization Director Joan Mussatto addressed the board with some details of the 2012 equalization report. The county lost $700,000 in assessed value,

she said, but has $12 million in taxable value. “This will allow us to run millages at the same level as last year,” she said. If the governor’s bill to eliminate personal property tax is passed, at the lowest level the county will lose 3 percent of commercial and industrial personal property tax. Wales told the board, in his report, that he had talked to Chicaugon Lake Property Owners Association members, recommending the county does not get involved with collection or enforcement of a recently drafted watercraft permit ordinance through Stambaugh Township. --The next Board of Commissioners meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 8, at 1:30 p.m. in the board room of the Courthouse.

Vietnam ‘Traveling Wall’ to visit Eagle River EAGLE RIVER, Wis.—The Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall will be at the Eagle River Derby Track here June 30 to July 4. The Wall is a 3/5 scale of the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, D.C., and stands six feet tall at the center and covers almost 300 feet from end to end. “This Traveling Memorial stands as a reminder of the great sacrifi ces made during the Vietnam War. It was made for the purpose of helping heal and rekindle friendships and to allow people the opportunity to visit loved ones in their

home town who otherwise may not be able to make the trip to Washington, D.C.,” said organizers. Information about the hours of display and ceremonies will appear on posters and in advertising around the Northwoods. Donations to offset the cost of bringing this display to Eagle River are greatly appreciated. Donations may be sent direct to or made in person at Peoples Bank in Eagle River or the Eagle River Chamber of Commerce. Make checks payable to: ERTWF, P.O. Box 1629, Eagle River,

WI 54521. “Excess donations from sponsors and visitors will be forwarded to the Wounded Warrior Project benefi ting all veterans who need assistance from their service for our country.” For a list of sponsors and updated wall information visit: www.eaglerivertravelingwall.us. Donations will be recognized in the following categories: Congressional Medal of Honor, $1,250; Silver Star, $750; Bronze Star, $500; Purple Heart, $250. Sponsors will be discretely recognized at the Derby Track location during the display dates, on the website, as well as in print. For more information, contact committee members Todd Achterberg at (715) 479-4424, Gary Fawcett or Greg Hahn at (715) 479-4313, Al Pittelko at (715) 891-0694, Terry Tryggeseth at (715) 479-6411 or Amy Young at (715) 479-1794.

West Iron’s Jim Spicer sends the shot fl ying during last week’s track meet at Niagara. The Wykon track team has a meet in Stephenson on May 4 and meets in Ironwood and Kingsford early next week. In two weeks (May 17), West Iron hosts the Division 2 regional tournament.

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Trojan boys go outdoors twice, finish second twiceCRYSTAL FALLS—Forest Park’s track team opened its outdoor season on the right foot last week. At Florence on April 23, both the girls and boys fi nished in second place. On April 26 at Niagara, the boys team fi nished second, and the girls were fourth. Gina Graff won the girls discus competition at both meets with nearly identical throws. Also winning at both meets were two relay teams: the boys 1600 and the girls 400. At Florence, the Trojan girls won all three relays they entered plus two individual events: Graff in discus (101 feet, 11 inches) and Adel Isaacson in the 3200 (14 minutes, 49.76 seconds). Casey Ponchaud was second in the 1600, and Shaine Bortolini was second in long jump. Mary Grandahl and Sierra Sholander ran in two winning relays. The Lady Trojans fi nished second. Norway (122) took fi rst, followed by FP (106) and North Dickinson (92). 3200 relay: 1. Forest Park (Maria DeMuri, Casey Ponchaud, Michelle Lato, Adel Isaacson), 11:55.31. 100 int hurdles.: 3. Audrey Sholander, 16.77. 100: 3. Ana Cornelia, 13.62. 1600: 2. Ponchaud, 6:37.42; 3. Lato, 6:41.30. 400: 5. Shaina Bortolini; 6. Jordyn Blank. 400 relay: 1. FP (Mary Grandahl, Sierra Sholander, Becca McCole, Cornelia), 57.26. 300 low hurdles: 6. Susie Toivonen. 800: 4. DeMuri; 5. Gina Maki. 3200: 1. Isaacson, 14:49.76; 3. Kelsi Hendrickson, 15:26.38. 1600 relay: 1. FP (Grandahl, Georgie Dohl, S.Sholander, A.Sholander), 4:40.82. High jump: 5. McCole. Long jump: 2. Bortolini, 13-0.

Discus: 1. Gina Graff , 101-11. Shot put: 4. Graff . The boys team got wins at Florence from Jake Divine (800, 2:12.66), Mark Hallmann (3200; 11:42.10) and the 3200 and 1600 relay teams. Hallmann was also second in the 1600 run, and Jacob Siler was second in three events, the 100, 200 and 400 sprints. Divine ran in two winning relays. The Trojans fi nished second with 113 points, behind Niagara (128) and ahead of North Dickinson (101). Six teams entered. 3200 relay: 1. FP (Mark Hallmann, Micah Ball, Jon Curti s, Jake Divine), 9:20.88. 100: 2. Jacob Siler, 11.41; 6. Brett Hietala.

1600: 2. Hallmann, 5:12.95; 6. Curti s. 800 relay: 2. FP (Alex Takala, Kurt LaVacque, Hietala, Chris Hilberg), 1:40.96. 400: 2. Siler, 56.27; 5. Takala. 300 int. hurdles: 3. Joe McGregor, 56.45. 800: 1. Divine, 2:12.66. 200: 2. Siler, 24.42; 5. Hietala. 3200: 1. Hallmann, 11:42.10; 4. Ball. 1600 relay: 1. FP (Takala, LaVacque, Hilberg, Divine), 3:52.41. High jump: 3. Hilberg, 5-4. Long jump: 5. Hilbberg. Discus: 3. Ben Paige, 90-6; 6. Steve Hallmann. At the Niagara Invitational, held April 26, the Trojan boys fi nished second in a fi eld of eight teams. Firsts went to Derek Aberly in the 400 (54.99), Tyler Lovato in the 300 intermediate hurdles (40.71) and the 800 and 1600 relay squads. Alex Takala and Kurt LaVacque were on both winning relays. Siler took second in the 100 dash, as did the 3200 relay team. Crivitz (126) won the team title, while the Trojans (87) edged the host school (84) for second place, followed by Iron Mountain (73) and North Dickinson (71). Full results: 3200 relay: 2. FP (Mark Hallmann, Micah Ball, Jeff Marchi, Derek Aberly), 9:22.90. 110 high hurdles: 4. Tyler Lovato, 18.20. 100: 2. Jacob Siler, 11.77. 1600: 4. Hallmann; 6. Lance Mongar. 800 relay: 1. FP (Alex Takala, Kurt LaVacque, Brett Hietala, Siler), 1:38.80. 400: 1. Aberly, 54.99; 5. Chris Hilberg. 400 relay: 4. FP (LaVacque, Max Peterson, Hietala, Siler). 300 int. hurdles: 1. Lovato, 40.71. 800: 3. Hallmann, 2:18.05. 200: 6. Hietala. 3200: 4. Mongar. 1600 relay: 1. FP (Takala, Hilberg, LaVacque, Aberly), 3:46.98.

West Iron girls earn titles at two meetsIRON RIVER—West Iron County’s girls track team has been unstoppable during the early part of the season, and nobody stopped them at two meets last week. The Wykon gals, coached by Kristi Berutti, earned fi rst place at meets in Iron Mountain and Niagara. Meanwhile, West Iron’s boys were third at Iron Mountain and seventh at Niagara. The girls distance relay teams (1600 and 3200) won at both meets. On the boys team, Tyler Stafford was also a double winner in the 100-meter dash. The Wykon girls won easily at a four-team meet in Iron Mountain on April 24. West Iron won seven events, with Jaclyn Waara winning twice: the 400 (1 minute, 4.71 seconds) and 200 (28:46). She also was part of two winning relays (the 3200 and 1600). Also winning events were Joanna Pellizzer (300 intermediate hurdles, 53.56), Kylee Erickson (800, 2:45.25) and Cassilyn Pellizzer (high jump, 4 feet, 7 inches). Megan Miatech was runner-up in both throwing events: shot put and discus. Also second were Joanna Pellizzer (100 high hurdles), Shannon Penkivech (400), Ashley Capadagli (pole vault) and the 800 relay team. West Iron fi nished 1-2-3 in the 400, 1-3 in two events and 2-3 in four. They fi nished with 118 points, far ahead of second place Manistique (61) and Iron Mountain (44.5). Results by event: 3200 relay: 1. WIC (Jaclyn

Waara, Kylee Erickson, Cassidy Hinshaw, Brianna Lambert), 11:32.63. 100 high hurdles: 2. Joanna Pellizzer, 18.31; 3. Alexis Golfi s, 19.53; 4. Sydnie Mazurek. 100: 4. Sarah Penkivech; 5. (ti e) Casey Harrington. 800 relay: 2. WIC, 2:01.52. 1600: 4. Rebekah Serbinski. 400 relay: 3. WIC (Harrington, Cassilyn Pellizzer, C. Johnson, J.Pellizzer), 56.34. 400: 1. Waara, 1:04.71; 2. Penkivech, 1:08.73; 3. Rebekah Serbinski, 1:90.34; 5. Lambert. 300 low hurdles: 1. J.Pellizzer, 53.56; 3. Mazurek, 56.73; 4. Alexi Golfi s. 800: 1. Erickson, 2:45.25; 3. Hinshaw, 2:57.88. 200: 1. Waara, 28.46. 3200: 3. Serbinski, 14:11.70; 5. Sara Baumgartner. 1600 relay: 1. WIC, 4:38.75. Shot put: 2. Megan Miatech, 30-7; 3. Emilie Christensen, 27-3 1/2’; 4. Sierra Rasmussen; 5. India Schindler. Discus: 2. Miatech, 80-7; 3. Kelsie Herren, 58-11; 4. Schindler. High jump: 1. C.Pellizzer, 4-7; 3. Christensen, 4-2; 3. (ti e), Serbinski. Long jump: 3. Mazurek, 13-9; 5. Christensen. Pole vault: 2. Ashley Capadagli, 7-0; 3. Penkivech, 6-6; 4. Taylor Saaranen. Tyler Stafford led the boys team with a pair of fi rsts, in the 100 dash (11.63) and long jump (19-9). The Wykons also got fi rsts from Chasz Jonet in shot put (45-7 ½) and the 800 relay team (1:41.65). Finishing second was the 400 relay team. West Iron’s boys fi nished third with 39 points. Manistique won (101.5), and Iron Mountain was second (79). 100: 1. Tyler Staff ord, 11.63. 800 relay: 1. WIC (Staff ord, Riley Rogers, Brandon Olson, Nick Thoney), 1:41.65.

1600: 5. Chris Rozine. 400 relay: 2. WIC (Staff ord, Riley Rogers, Colton Pangrazzi, Nick Thoney), 48.52. 400: 3. Pangrazzi, 56.57; 5. Olson. 1600 relay: 3. WIC (Olson, Rozine, Michael Barker, Pangrazzi), 4:15.53. Shot put: 1. Chasz Jonet, 45-7 ½; 3. Jim Spicer, 40-6. Long jump: 1. Staff ord, 19-9; 5. Olson. • The Wykon girls had another impressive day at Niagara, earning the team title and winning points in all 18 events. Firsts went to Miatech in shot put (32-9 ¼) and the 3200 and 1600 relay teams. Waara and Erickson were on both winning relays. Seconds went to Joanna Pellizzer (300 low hurdles), Waara (800) and Sydnie Mazurek (long jump). The Wykons fi nished with 113.5 points, followed by Norway (104.75) and Niagara (72.75). Results follow: 3200 relay: 1. WIC (Kylee Erickson, Cassidy Hinshaw, Brianna Lambert, Jaclyn Waara), 11:32.02. 100 high hurdles: 6. Joanna Pellizzer. 100: 3. Casey Harrington, 13.70. 1600: 4. Rebekah Serbinski. 800 relay: 5. WIC (Sarah Penkivech, Konnor Tousignant, Alexis Golfi s, Sydnie Mazurek). 400: 3. Cassilyn Pellizzer, 1:09.68; 4. Penkivech. 400 relay: 6. WIC (Harrington, Penkivech, Carli Johnson, C.Pellizzer). 300 low hurdles: 2. J.Pellizzer, 51.87; 5. Mazurek. 800: 2. Waara, 2:35.40; 3. Erickson, 2:43.40. 200: 3. Harrington, 29.55. 3200: 3. Serbinski, 14:00.42. 1600 relay: 1. WIC (Waara, Penkivech, Erickson, J.Pellizzer), 4:27.90. Pole vault: 4. (four-way ti e), Taylor Saaranen, Ashley Capadagli. High jump: 5. C.Pellizzer.

While other teams can do nothing but be patient, Forest Park’s Ana Cornelia sprints away after getting the baton from Mary Grandahl during the 800-meter relay.

The Lady Trojans’ Gina Graff gets a little bit airborne as she sends the discus fl ying over 100 feet during the Niagara meet.

Forest Park’s Mark Hallmann builds up a big lead during the fi rst leg of the 3200-meter run. The Trojans took second in the event.

Forest Park’s Tyler Lovato leads the fi eld midway through the 300-meter low hurdles at Niagara April 26—and he stayed in front, winning the event in 46.71 seconds.

The Wykons’ Tyler Stafford crosses the fi nish line just ahead of Forest Park’s Jacob Siler in the 100-meter dash at the Niagara Invitational on April 26. Stafford won both his 100-meter races last week.

Kylee Erickson is already in high gear after getting the baton from Shannon Penkivech in the 1600 relay at Iron Mountain on April 24.

Riley Rogers dashes away after taking the baton from Tyler Stafford in the 800 relay in Iron Mountain.

Joanna Pellizzer leads two teammates down the 100-meter high hurdle track at Iron Mountain April 24. Pellizzer fi nished second, Alexis Golfi s (left) was third, and Sydnie Mazurek fi nished fourth.

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