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in Russia. of Russia, at night in our countrys
T
most sophisticated spy aircraft of the
heres a story inside all of us, and time, translating and intercepting
they say you cant judge a book Russian radio transmissions during the Ted Collom flew many reconnaissance flights as a Scanner aboard
by its cover. famed Cold War with the Russians. the A3D-2Q, the most sophisticated spy aircraft of its time, during the
In the case of Imlay Citys Ted Ted was a spy! He eavesdropped on Cold War with Russia. Ted translated Russian radio transmissions.
Collom, both of those time-tested
observations appear to be quite true. our enemy, hoping to early- to late- 1950s. It was called the
Ted is a kind, mild-mannered gather valuable infor- Cold War, but there were times it was
retired banker. Hes known to be friend- mation to use against close to the beginning of World War III.
ly, honest and trustworthy. them. Yes. A Russian I didnt think of the dangers, or of
Those qualities got him spy. being shot downI just did my job and
elected to the city commis- It was dangerous work. didnt ask questions, Ted tells me in
sion for many years, and And although Ted says his characteristic, calm voice.
earned him the title of he didnt think of it as He worked directly for the Army
Imlay Citys Citizen of the anything special, it was. Security Agency (ASA), an arm of the
Year a few years back. He There were any number National Security Administration
Photo by Randy Jorgensen
has been active in the com- of things that could (NSA), while enlisted in the U.S. Army.
munity on many levels, have gone wrong. Ted He flew reconnaissance missions skirt-
Randy from his work with the and the crew could have ing the Soviet Union from 1959 to
Jorgensen American Legion to his been shot down, cap- 1962. Posing as a plainclothes civilian,
appointment as a reserve tured, tortured and Ted was sent from country to country.
officer with the Imlay City Police killed. And it did hap- Id get my ordersnever written
Department. And along with all that, Longtime Imlay City resident Ted Collom with pen, on several occa- ordersa passport, some money and a
Ted raised two girls with his late wife certificates and documents issued to him dur- sions. U.S. spy aircraft location to go to next, he says.
and best friend, Marie. ing his service as a Russian linguist for the were shot down by
Theres a worthy story in Ted just famed Army Security Agency. Russian MIGs in the Secret Life page 12-A
Fields of opportunities
Vet/Farmers workshop draws diverse crowd in Imlay City
By Tom Wearing
Tri-City Times Staff Writer
available jobs.
Lapeer County VA Director
Edward Ronders described the
Imlay City workshop as the best-
Bunny hops in! attended in the Lunch and Learn
series. Lapeer County Director of Veterans Affairs Ed Ronders (4th from right) meets with farmers
Communities plan Easter Ronders noted that one of the and veterans from around the area to discuss ag related business opportunities.
Egg Hunts this weekend, current trends being seen in
...see page 3-A todays market is to enter the the more veterans who are returning Vanhoutte, a Romeo vegetable were: employment opportunities
field of agriculture, either by start- from active duty. farmer; Kip Siegler, an Imlay City for veterans in the field of agricul-
ing a small farm or working on a In addition to Ronders, those dairy farmer; Frank Gublo, ture, networking and outreach
larger commercial farm. in attendance included: Phil Kaatz Educator/Innovation Counselor for sources, low-interest loans and
TRI-CITY This is an exciting project
and its best feature is that it
of the Michigan State University
Extension Center; Andrew
the MSUProduct Center in Bay
City; along with a lively and par-
other financing options, vegetable
farming, hemps potential and
Calcaterra, Lapeer County ticipatory group of male and
TIMES involves vets helping vets, said
Ronders. The expanding agricul- Executive Director of the U.S. female veterans.
ways to encourage more female
tural industry is also attracting Dept. of Agriculture; George Among the matters discussed Opportunities page 12-A
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Youngsters scramble for treats at Lions Park in Capac during last years
Easter Egg Hunt.
Contractor complains
Low bidder questions Almont DDA, villages decision
By Tom Wearing and Davison-based decision to approve Novaks
Tri-City Times Staff Writer Diamond Excavation LLCs bid over his, which was
bid being the lowest. about $9,000 lower.
ALMONT A com- DDA Director Kim Diamond added that he
peting contractor became Schall said the bulk of the had been given the wrong
incensed last Tuesday, projects cost is being fund- date for the official award-
March 21, when village ed through a $45,000 grant ing of the bid, which took
council members approved from the U.S. Dept. of place on Thursday, March
the Almont DDABoards Agriculture. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Almont
recommendation to award a She said the USDAwill Village offices.
construction bid to Novak cover 76 percent of the As a result, Diamond
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considered to be factors in
WE HELP YOU KEEP WHAT YOU MAKE the crash.
The section of Oregon
DAR Chapter Regent Mary Kabat with award winners Eric Smith of Lake
ROMEO ACCOUNTANTS INC. FREE Rd. was closed for about
two-and-a-half hours to Orion, Connor O'Brien of Imlay City, Jacinta Hogan of Oxford, Brendan
Feys of Almont, Nikolai Wagner of Dryden and Llewellyn Moyer, Good
PERSONAL BUSINESS accommodate the extrica-
STATE tion and on-site investiga- Citizen Chairperson.
MarketPlace
the qualities of dependabil- each student and best wish-
ity, service, leadership, and es for a bright future, says
patriotism. Llewellyn Moyer on behalf
Each student wrote an of the members of the John
essay on preserving our Crawford Chapter of the
American heritage that DAR.
gave them the opportunity The DAR is an organi-
for a scholarship award at zation that promotes patri-
the national level. They otism and serves our local
also received a commemo- communities with many
ratory pin, certificate, and projects to support service-
Life Home Car Business other gifts selected just for
them by local chapter
men and their families, and
to educate citizens on the
CHRIS S. WAGNER members.
The guest speaker this
freedoms we hold dear.
DAR members have a
Churchill Insurance Agency year was Madden Brady shared heritage that traces
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17 State President of the the American Revolution.
Michigan Society of the See our website at www.
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$5
LUNCH Entries sought for Yule Love It
SPECIALS Poetry Contest
11AM-2PM
INCLUDES BROASTED POTATOES OR FRENCH FRIES AND SMALL DRINK
COD, CHICKEN, WING DINGS, PULLED PORK, TRI-CITY AREA Calling all poets! The 2017
SUBS, SANDWICHES, PITAS, AND MORE! Yule Love It Lavender Poetry Contest is underway.
1935 S. CEDAR IMLAY CITY WWW.EATBIGJOES.COM This years theme is The Love of Food.
810-724-9000
The contest is open to adults, one poem per per-
son. There is a 20 line limit; entries must be printed in
NO COUPON NECESSARY! CALL AHEAD! PICK-UP WINDOW! Times New Roman 12 pt. font and include name,
address, email and phone number.
Cash award of $150 for first place, $100 for sec-
ond and $75 for third offered. Entries must be post-
marked by June 5, 2017.
Send entries to Iris Lee Underwood, 960 Yule
Road, Leonard, MI 48367.
LAWN MOWING WEED WHIPPING Entries will be judged by poet/writer and Detroit
TREE TRIMMING HEDGE TRIMMING Working Writers member Linda Nemec Foster, author
SNOW PLOWING of nine poetry collections, including critically
acclaimed Amber Necklace from Gdansk and Talking
Diamonds.
Winners will be notified via email by July 4, 2017.
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spots in a national Sarah Novak, along to Imlay City. mance piece, Walker said.
Marketing Strategy with partner Taylor Darby, The Lapeer Art We are also working on
Competition at the represented Northwood Association reached out to the details of a VIP pass for
American Marketing University at the recent the DDA and suggested we a meet and greet with the
Associations Inter- conference. The pair earned Northwood University students Taylor Darby team up for this years artists before the event
and Sarah Novak accept American Marketing Annual Art in the Rough, opens to the public.
Association Award on March 17. Dana Walker, director of Jacquie Piechowski,
Accepting
a second place finish out of dents to have won an award the Imlay City DDA, said. president of the Lapeer Art
Garbage, Debris,
98 schools from across the for competing in a live It couldn't be a better mar- Association said, As
Scrap metal,
Tires, Paint, United States. event. riage. President of the Lapeer Art
Battery, Freon Novak, a senior at This year AMA has Art in the Rough will Association, I speak for all
Appliances Northwood, is a Marketing given me some of the best be held in downtown Imlay our artists when I express
and Business Management hands-on experience in City on Saturday, our delight in being part of
dual major. Darby, also a marketing and leadership September 30, from 5-9 Imlay Citys Art in The
NO Hazardous Northwood senior, is a that I have had during my p.m. The event, in its third Rough.
Materials
native of Howell majoring Northwood career, Novak year, will feature local art- She continued, Weve
in health care management. said. From running the ists while putting a spot- been a central part of sup-
The competition con- case study to competing in light on downtown Imlay porting and presenting the
4 Automotive
sisted of three rounds, each the marketing strategy City. arts in Lapeer since 1973
Tires Free
with 21 minutes to create a competition, I have gained Art in the Roughs and as a group have been
Additional Tires:
marketing strategy for a invaluable knowledge and Pop Up art galleries are a active in reaching out to
Car $3, Semi $12,
Tractor $30 company, seven minutes experience. great way to show the com- many Lapeer County
EACH to present the strategy to Novak and Darby, munity, entrepreneurs and events.
a panel of judges, and graduating from Northwood property owners the tre- The organizers are now
then three minutes to in May, plan to return to the mendous possibilities our accepting applications for
Proof of answer questions from specialty business school in downtown has, Walker artists interested in partici-
Imlay Township the judges. the fall to attend the Richard said. We want to run with pating in the September Art
Residency
Darby and Novak are DeVos Graduate School of the success of the previous in the Rough event.
Required
the first Northwood stu- Management. Art in the Rough events Applications are available
To assist in maintaining the cleanliness of Imlay Township, to
and last summers on the Imlay City DDA
Downtown Art in Action website, www.icdda.com
Subscribe Today!
advocate positive environmental practices, and to aid in blight LOCATION:
prevention, Imlay Township residents are encouraged to join in on when 14 large pieces of and the Lapeer Art
Imlay Township
a community clean-up/dumpster day.
682 N Fairgrounds Rd
public art were produced in Association website, lap-
Tri-City Times an underutilized City- eerart.org. Applications
Dumpsters will be available for garbage and debris.
Imlay City, MI 48444
Hazardous materials such as batteries, paint, and freon appliances
www.imlaytownship.org
owned building and then are also available at the
will be disposed of properly.
displayed throughout the Imlay City offices, 150 N.
(810) 724-2615
810-724-8835
Scrap metal and tires will also be accepted.
downtown. Main Street, Imlay City
The ticketed event will and Lapeer Art Association
located within Gallery 194,
194 West Nepessing,
Lapeer. Applicants are
asked to forward two
Venture Global Engineering Foundation examples of their work to
Walker at the Imlay City
Venture Global Engineering
Golf Outing RaffleFoundation offices or at dwalker@
imlaycity.org. The dead-
line for submissions is
Golf Outing Raffle
Drawing Date: July 22, 2017 Monday, May 15.
Ideally we would fea-
Drawing Date: July 22, 2017 ture 20 Lapeer County and/
The Venture Global Engineering Foundation holds an annual or Michigan-based artists
during the event represent-
golf The
outing to raise
Venture fundsEngineering
Global for local charities and school
Foundation organizations.
holds an annual ing all mediums, Walker
said.
Part of
golf outing to our
raisefundraising is a raffle
funds for local for two
charities and high end
school rifles.
organizations. The Imlay City Area
Chamber of Commerce has
We are an all-volunteer foundation
Part of our fundraising is a raffle for two high end rifles. also committed to co-spon-
soring the event.
We are an all-volunteer foundation The Chamber is look-
1st Drawing ing forward to continuing
its support of Art in the
Rough, Wendy
1st Drawing
Heavy Henry Brass Wildlife Edition Model H010BWL Lever Action .45-70 Muehleisen, executive
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Model H010BWL Lever Action .45-70 said. Events like Art in the
Rough help to draw visi-
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will encourage an entrepre-
neur to set up shop after the
event.
For further information
regarding the event, includ-
ing sponsorship opportuni-
ties, please contact Dana
Walker at the Imlay City
Downtown Development
Authority, 810-724-2135.
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Foundation. --Chief Andy foundation, Boxey
As affirmation of that recalled. Our board felt it
philosophy, the LCCF Martin is important to provide life-
recently awarded a $1,000 saving equipment to our
grant to the Almont Police
Department to purchase
ed AEDs will be replaced
by two Phillips HeartStart
Medical First Responders,
police and fire departments,
Linking together
two new Automated FRx defibrillators. who are the first to respond The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) of the Four County Community
External Defibrillators Nancy Boxey, Lapeer to an emergency. Foundation presents a check to Linked Hearts Emergency Food
(AEDs). County Community Protecting the health, Pantry of Dryden. The YAC held a fundraising campaign to benefit
Police Chief Andy Foundation Executive safety and well-being of Linked Hearts Emergency Food Pantry in Dryden. The funds were
Martin expressed his appre- Director, said the grant is Lapeer County residents is matched by the Kellogg Foundation. Members of the YAC include Mia
ciation to the LCCF Board consistent with the paramount and one of the Sliman, Kylie Devlamink, Caelan O'Bryan and Marin Luxgrant.
for its generous gift to the Foundations efforts to primary goals of the
police department and the ensure the public safety and (LCCF) foundation.
greater Almont community.
The departments cur-
Congratulations to our
rent AEDs are no longer
being serviced by the man-
ufacturer, Martin noted.
And they are no longer
compatible with Almonts
First Responder units and
those of responding EMS
Patients of the Month!
units.
Martin said the outdat- Thank you Noffert
Debra and Dental
Scholarships Tim for 2034 S. ALMONT AVE
IMLAY CITY
(810) 683-5516
education, a blessing
HeartStart FRx defibrillators are on their way to
to us.
nursing the Almont Police Department courtesy of a
grant by the Lapeer County Community
Foundation.
By Tom Wearing
Tri-City Times Staff Writer
Opinion Page
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recipient. The messages are told her, you are focusing and approached her.
one word, like Peace,
Abundance, Clarity, Catherine Minolli on what you have to offer
others, inviting more abun-
Would you like these
flowers? I say. These are
Joy... you get the picture. dance into your life. The for you.
Its the kind of project that called 29 GiftsHow a gifts, she said, could be She looked at me quiz-
makes time fly; Im on a Month of Giving Can anything, but their giving zically. For free? she
Change Your Life by Cami Last years customized Easter baskets made
cloud the whole time Im had to be both authentic asks. from recycled McDonalds coffee carriers a
creating them. Walker. From the first and mindful. At least one Yes...theyre for you,
page, Im all in. Camis a friend collected for me. These and 29 Gifts are
Im also taking advan- gift needed to be some- I say. on this years agenda, too.
tage of the opportunity to brave, honest writer, put- thing she felt was scarce in She grins and takes the
listen to a book. Ive ting it all out there when it her life, the preview con- bouquet. Later that day I for as long as Ive known from example. My grand-
become quite fond of audio comes to her reason for tinues. Cami was amazed receive a phone call with a her. It was ingrained in her mothers name was
books. I like that I can take creating the book. One by what unfolded during temporary job offer that as she was growing up. Teresawhen Nonni and I
in a great read while month after her wedding at her month-long journey. allows me to make $100 Just a reminder, we went to Italy in 1953, one
doing something else. I the age of 33, Cami was Im intrigued by this for a couple hours work come from generations of of the ladies said to Nonni,
know thats semi-counter- diagnosed with Multiple because Ive experienced twice a monthfor a cou- givers, she adds. Nonni Even the stones cried
productive to the art of Sclerosis and figured her the phenomenon. The ple of months. (my grandmother and when Teresa died. I can-
readingsometimes its life was pretty much whole what you put out Ive had other similar namesake Caterina not imagine a more beauti-
best to be curled up with a doomed. there comes back at you experiences over the years, Minolli) used to tell me do ful tribute than that.
good book, completely Each day brought new thing. I recall a day a cou- but sometimes in the midst good and forget it. We Nor can I! These words
absorbed in the pages. But negative thoughts: Im ple of years ago when I of stress or upheaval or help others however we are yet another gift my
my schedules a full one, going to end up in a wheel- picked up a bouquet of challenges, I lose sight of can simply to help others, aunt gives me. A poetic
like lots of working people, chair, says the preview on flowers at Campbells the benefits of other- not for any reward or affirmation that gifts are
so while Im doing house- the website 29giftsbook. Local Produce market. The thinkingmeaning think- praise. Nonni was always, everywhere, and theyre
work or pursuing an art com. Marks probably colorful bundle was just ing of what I have to offer always helping someone. just a great for the giver as
project I look forward to going to leave me. My life $3.50 or something like rather than what Ilack. Her mother did the same, they are for the receiver.
being able to dive into a is over. Why did this have thata real deal. I then I talk about 29 Gifts and no doubt her grand- Email Catherine at
book in an alternative way. to happen to me? headed over to the Kroger with my aunt, Zizi Teresa, mother did, too, Zizi con- cminolli@pageone-inc.
Todays selection is Then, as a remedy for store to finish up my shop- who has walked this walk tinues. We learn the most com.
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ICHS Students
sometimes money to obtain may be other reasons to females. (Its not the same In the fall they love to stuff
other good luck charms. look forward to spring, but as Donald Trumps tweets.) themselves with berries,
So why am I writing robin watching is up there Before long the birds are high in energy for wing
about the robin, you ask? on the list. paired off and the mating flapping. I can always tell
of the Month
Well, because this Incidentally, the robin begins. You know, the birds when its berry time for
Saturday, April 8, marks a is also the state bird in and the bees stuff. them by the way they
significant historical event Connecticut and The female is in charge strafe cars with the gooey,
in our state. In 1931 the Wisconsin. of building and decorating hard-to-remove stuff. - Editors note: The fol- Halsted
robin officially became the As you know, I live in the nest. Lots of twigs, Soon, there are fewer lowing Imlay City High because the
state bird by vote of the Virginia now a few miles mud and grass form a nice and fewer of them outside School Students of the way he
legislature. The robin and west of Washington, D.C. little open-top home nes- my windows as they begin Month feature was submit- teaches has
the chickadee were the top We look forward to seeing tled, hopefully, in a nice, the trip south in search of ted by Rich Cross, M.Ed., inspired her
two. The chickadee folks the robins, too. Many of safe place. Soon, she lays food supplies. Its not the Dean of Students at Imlay love for
claimed that their feathered them stop for a few quick an average of three to five cold they flee, theyre look- City High School. He may math, as
friend was hearty enough meals before heading north eggs. Surprise, the eggs are ing for food as supplies be reached at 810-724- well as
to endure a Michigan win- again. But a lot of them robins egg blue! The lit- diminish in the north in 9815 or via email to pushed her
ter while the robin went stay. After all, its another tle ones arrive about 14 winter. Believe it or not, rcross@icschools.us. to become a Brandon
south to warmer climes. 565 miles to the Tri-Cities. days later and about 14 only about 25% of the birds ICHS March 2017 better stu- Pries
But the robin lobby pre- They think that Virginia days after that the children survive their first year. Student of the Month dent. She
vailed with the legislature: worms are just as tasty. are ready to leave the nest Nature is cruel and truly Victoria Klaas also credits
V
WHEREAS, A widely and And since they cant just and fly on their own. runs in survival of the fit- ictoria Klaas is one of Mr. Halsted with inspiring
generally conducted con- hop on a Boeing jetliner Both parents share in test mode year-round. our Imlay City High her to pursue a career in
test to choose a state bird, and be there in about an feeding the kids a nice diet A few stay the winter School Students of the education.
carried on by the Michigan hour, they have to flap of fresh worms, bugs and but most leave. During the Month for March 2017! Victorias short term goal
Audubon Society, resulted their little wings all the berries. Its always fasci- winter they frolic around in This is her second time is to graduate from high
in nearly 200,000 votes way. nated me watching the large flocks and eat, getting being selected! She is the school and to prepare to go
daughter of Susan and to college in the fall. Long
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exercise mechanics. Grant quality of life in Lapeer
funds were given for the pur- County for current and future
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Microclimates For example, not all of the pattern along each twig.
One factor that should small (either young or sup- This means that the tree
be noted when explaining pressed) trees flower and will continue to grow Oaks and other trees with ring pourous wood anatomy leaf out later in
the timing of different tree leaf out first, nor is it that leaves along a twig that is the season than maples and willows.
species greening-up, or the tall (either older or growing until the tree sens- aforementioned species. leaves. So, in effect, the limited to, oaks, elms, sas-
flowering and leafing out, dominant) trees green-up es regrowth is no longer Research suggests this is tree takes the time to repair safras, mulberry, hickories,
is location. A variety of last. Yet, trees of the same profitable and stops the due to their historic link- these straws, or vessels, to walnuts and ashes.
local factors can create species do tend to flower growth, usually in response ages to tropical and semi- ensure the flowers and The characteristics that
microclimates. These are and leaf out within a few to dropping fall tempera- tropical environments that leaves can drink from the affect the timing of flower
small areas that, for multi- days of one another when tures and limited day require warmer weather to roots. In reality, the process and leaf production also
ple reasons, may experi- growing in similar condi- length. The ability for the stimulate the flowering and is much more complicated apply to trees growing out-
ence slightly different tions. One of the many fac- tree to grow in this manner leafing out process. than this. The flow goes side of a forested ecosys-
weather conditions than tors that has been found to allows the tree to quickly Later is better for some both up and down the tree, tem. Regardless of their
another location nearby. be significant is the struc- recover from late spring trees maintained by turgor pres- location, most diffuse
Some of those reasons ture of the wood. frosts or insects that might Species that tend to sure in the cells, which can porous species will flower
include: Greening-up early damage leaves that have flower and leaf out later in rupture in very cold tem- and leaf out earlier than
A south-facing slope The tree species that flushed out. the spring green-up period peratures. Still, its a good ring-porous species. This
that receives more direct are first to flower and leaf In science, there is have ring-porous wood analogy to make the point. will become evident by
sun than its north-facing out are typically trees that always an exception to the anatomy. Ring-porous Most of the trees that closely comparing the leaf-
counterpart have diffuse-porous wood rule. According to Martin wood has fewer, large have ring-porous wood ing out progress of the
Small, isolated depres- anatomy. The diffuse Lechowicz in Why do diameter vessels that con- anatomy also have a deter- maple and oak trees in your
sions that tend to collect porous wood anatomy Temperate Deciduous duct the water and nutri- minate growth pattern, yard or neighborhood.
cooler, denser air means that the vessels that Trees Leaf Out at Different ents up and down the tree. where tiny leaves are Typically, the maples will
The air in a sunny, carry water and nutrients Times?, not all trees with These larger diameter ves- formed within a bud at the leaf out and flower at least
open field with full sun up and down the tree are a diffuse porous wood sels easily rupture in harsh tip of the branch. When one to two weeks before
warming faster than the air individually small and anatomy leaf out early. winter temperatures and conditions are right, the the oak trees, sometimes
in the adjacent woodlot numerous. This character- Species like blackgum, the trees must repair the tis- bud opens up and the leaves longer. Keeping a mental
As a result, the trees istic helps to protect these sycamore, sweetgum, bass- sues before producing elongate and flush out. or written journal helps to
growing within a microcli- vessels from rupturing dur- wood and beech have dif- flowers or leaves. The tree can do this once or keep track of what you see.
mate can experience vari- ing harsh winter tempera- fuse-porous wood and tend Think of each vessel as twice a season; it takes This article was pub-
able timing in flowering tures and allows the tree to to leaf out later than the a straw and the fleshy parts time and considerable lished by Michigan State
of the tree (flowers and nutrients to support con- University Extension. For
leaves) as needing to draw secutive flushes of leaves. more information, visit
up water and nutrients from Determinate growth means http://www.msue.msu.edu.
the roots to photosynthe- the tree typically cannot as To have a digest of infor-
size and produce starchy easily recover from late mation delivered straight
sugars. Cold winter tem- spring frosts or insect dam- to your email inbox, visit
peratures can cause the age to its leaves without http://www.msue.msu.edu/
straw to break, or even tear, significant costs. Examples newsletters. To contact an
reducing its effectiveness of tree species that have expert in your area, visit
to transport the water and both ring porous wood http://expert.msue.msu.
nutrients under the suction anatomy and determinate edu, or call 888-MSUE4MI
created by the flowers and growth include, but are not (888-678-3464).
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night. Ted traveled with a partner, also in medicine. He was accepted and attended
plain clothes. Both were fluent in Russian. the university for a short time, but the
It was all top secret and no one knew recession and cost of tuition prevented
what they did and no one asked. Ted from continuing. He dropped out and Ted Collom (center) with fellow graduates in the linguist program at the
Ted had become part of an invisible enlisted in the Army. Army Security Agency, an arm of the National Security Administration.
military organization, virtually unknown Back then work was hard to come by
to most all others. and like my friends I decided to enlist to be convincing, Ted says.
Early challenges, before I got drafted, Ted says. I would Waiting for orders
early gifts have liked to have finish my degree at After a full year in California, Ted
Ted was born in Mt. Pleasant Valparaiso but it just wasnt meant to be. was sent overseas to Frankfort, Germany.
Michigan, an orphan. Hes not sure why One door closes, While there, he had an opportunity to take
his biological mother gave him up at another opens the West Point test and scored high, but
birth. It doesnt seem to bother him as he Once in the Army, it didnt take long the physical showed he had a long history
tells meits just part of his story, some- for Teds superiors to see where his skills of asthma and could not be admitted into
thing he had no control over. He never lay. He took tests and his aptitude for lan- the program. Ted was disappointed.
met his mother, although he had a chance guage was again recognized this time He later found himself in Heilbronn, Ted Collom, then and now.
in the late 1990s and decided against it. by the ASA. Ted was on his way to Germany, for more training in the use of
Ted was in the orphanage for a short becoming a linguist, a modern day spy Russian language. He was assigned to the pilots.
time before he was adopted and raised in you could say. A world opened up to Ted. 319 ASA Battalion. It was one assignment These guys, these pilots were the
Pontiac. His adoptive father was an engi- One he could have never imagined. after anotherhe never knew where he best of the best, he says.
neer for Pontiac Motors and his mother an The ASA sent him to Monterey, was going to be next or when. Its a partnership I can understand
interior designer. It was a good life and California, not far from the famous Pebble As has been written: The ASA is the admiration for when your life depends
Beach Golf Club, but Ted wasnt there for eyes and ears of Americas intelligence on them, appreciation grows.
fun and games. He had several languages gathering empire. They are the soldiers, After many more missions flying over
he was offered to studyChinese, sailors, Marines and airmen who sit in Russian territory, Ted came back home in
Vietnamese, Italian, Romanian, long rows with earphones, turning dials, the fall of 1962. Again he trained for
Hungarian, German or Russian. He decid- activating tape recorders, and tapping out another ASA mission, this time in a sub-
ed on Russian. From June of 1958 until messages on six-ply, multi-colored carbon marine.
June of 1959 Ted and 60 select others paper. They (the Russians) were off our
were in a program focusing on Russian shores listening to us and we were off
language, grammar and dialect. their shores listening to them, Ted says.
Photo provided
Ted explains, The Russian language This has been going on for years,
has a completely different alphabet and you cant trust them, he warns.
its more phonetic than ours. Ted was very good at what he did. He
Ted in plain clothes waiting for All the teachers were older Russian was promoted to Staff Sergeant by 1962.
word of his next flight, it could refugees. One was your stereotypical He became an instructor for a short time
have been in Germany, Turkey or Russian, a big and strong man with a as a radio intercept translator.
Pakistan among the many coun- round face, and a thick black mustache. Teds career continued with more
tries he was in while with the We called him, The Bear. Ted grins, training, more missions and more instruc-
ASA. puffing out his chest to illustrate. tion for the NSA until 1965. There are
Photo provided
The Bear taught grammar and dialect. many parts of his story he cant tell, and
his new parents, the only ones he ever Ted remembers him saying, Collom go some he preferred I not write.
knew, were caring and loving. to the the blackboard and translate the Perhaps it was Pakistan, maybe
Ted was involved with the usual activ- sentence. And he did. Turkey or along the Afghanistan border
ities growing up, among them, of course, The Bear looked at me and the sen- The A3D needed to reduce weight that was his most dangerous and most
was Boy Scouts. He earned the usual tence I translated and said in a deep voice, for its mission so the ASA took productive missions. He most likely wont
patches and badges as you would in Collom, the Russian language has 50,000 out the ejection seats, meaning tell you. He didnt tell me.
Scouting, but one particular talent stood verbs, unfortunately you choose the the pilot, co-pilot and scanner had Once he did retire from service his
outlearning and understanding the wrong ones. Sit down! Ted laughs, imi- no way out of the aircraft, thus the superiors gave him a whole list of things
Morse Code. Things like that came easy tating his teacher. name All Three Dead. he could talk about and things he couldnt
for him. Later, in high school, he was He says a common technique for talk about.
given a language test which he scored learning the Russian language was Ted was a scanner. He sat behind the They even told me if I traveled any-
very high on. The teachers recognized his through memorizing plays. It offered an pilots, flying at altitudes well over 35,000 where I had to send them an itinerary of
aptitude for language. It was a skill he opportunity for proper use of grammar feet, listening for anything that might sug- where I was going and when I was return-
would later use to the highest level of and dialect. gest the Russians were onto them. He ing. I dont have to do that anymore, Ted
Army Intelligence and of great national We would memorize an entire play, knew if they were shot down they would says with a smile.
importance. all the characters in the play and be pre- not be taken captive alive. The truth was I never thought of myself as being a
Ted graduated from Waterford High pared to recite any or all of them the next working for the ASA meant that the spy, he continues. Youre not a spy until
School in 1957. In the midst of a reces- day, Ted explains. United States wouldnt acknowledge they you get caught.
sion, finding work was difficult at best. After six months of class, day and even existed. Ted and the others were on Yep, there is story in all of us. And
His family had also fallen on difficult night, everything was in Russian. That their own if anything should go wrong. you cant tell a book by its cover.
times. His father had been saving money was all we spoke. We learned about the There was no help coming. Email Randy at
for a home, a dream home, and the dream Russian history and anything we needed Its important for Ted to mention the rjorgensen@pageone-inc.com.
Town Talk
Editors note: Due to space
constraints announcements Museums to talk to other adults with
same-age children. Register
(UHS) bereavement volun-
teer. Marlette Regional
tional info, to check if we
accept your insurance, or to
interested persons welcome.
For more information, please
will be posted one week in now for the next session! Hospital, 2770 Main Street in schedule an appointment call 810-796-3907.
advance of the event. Notices The Dryden Historical Numerous locations and Marlette, hosts this support please call 810-667-0448. Veterans of Foreign Wars
must be received in writing by Society meets at 7 p.m. the dates available. For more group the 1st Friday of each Free hearing and vision (VFW) of Imlay City, Post
noon Monday prior to the first Wednesday of the info and to sign up call the month at 10 a.m. in the screens for children of pre- 2492, 598 N. Almont Ave.
publication date. month and the museum Family Literacy Center at Administration Conference school age are available at the (Fairgrounds Rd.) Overseas
opens every Monday from 810-664-2737. Room. For more info, call Lapeer County Health Veterans Meetings 2nd
For Senior Citizens 5:30-7 p.m. 800-635-7490 or visit www.
Support Groups
Department. To schedule an Thursday, every other month,
marletteregionalhospital.org. appointment please call 810- 7 p.m.; Post Meetings 1st
The Capac Historical Society
Indoor Sr. Pickelball - Capac
Elementary School
is open to visitors daily from
1-3 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Fundraisers 667-0448 or 810-245-5549.
Capac Pharmacy is teaming
Thursday every month, 7
p.m.; Auxiliary Meetings 1st
Cafeteria, 4 p.m. Tues., & Sundays. Call 810-395-2859 meetings are held every with Support Million Hearts Saturday of every month, 10
Thurs. from Feb. 7 to May for more info. Monday night at 8 p.m. at Garage sale at Attica Twp. a.m.
Hall. Thur., April 20 and Fri., by offering in-pharmacy
23 (cancelled if school St. Paul's Lutheran Church blood pressure screenings, 136 Almont/Dryden Masons meets
The Imlay City Historical April 21 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
closed). in Imlay City. North Main St. in Capac, 7 p.m. every 2nd Thursday of
Museum is now open for the Sat., April 22 from 8a.m.-
Gentle Yoga Tuesdays from 2017 season. Volunteer Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) noon. All proceeds to benefit Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. the month at Masonic Center
9-10 a.m. at First docents will be happy to and Al-Anon meetings are the 2017 Attica Days Festival. Everyone is invited to come in Almont.
Congregational Church in great you on Saturdays from held every Wednesday night Accepting donated items for and have their blood pressure The Imlay City American
Almont. Practice led by Dina 1 to 4 p.m. The current at 8 p.m. at the Capac United the sale Mon. April 17- Thur., read for free. Legion Post 135 meets the 2nd
Miramonti, RYT. exhibit "Everlasting Methodist Church, Capac, April 20 from 9 a.m.-noon at and last Wednesdays of the
Events
Heirlooms" is a wonderful MI. the Attica Twp. Hall. For month at 7:30 p.m. The post is
Imlay City Senior Center display of the work of mas- more information, call 586- located at 212 E. Third Street.
Texas Hold Em 12:30 Lapeer Area Citizens
ter craftsman Richard 206-0423. Contact them at 724-1450 or
p.m. For info 810-724-6030. Against Domestic Assault
Lauwers. His wood turned americanlegionpost135@
meets 1-3 p.m. every Woman's Life Chapter 855
Dinner and an evening of objects feature a variety of frontier.com.
Wednesday in the Lapeer will continue its Bottle & Can
card playing with friends, wood and functional pieces. Bishop Kelley Fish Fry.
Court House for personal Drive, to help those in need, The Evening Star Quilt Guild
50/50 raffle and prizes of Other new exhibits include Fridays, 4:30-7:00 p.m, Mar. 3
protection order clinic. For throughout the year of 2017. meets the last Wednesday of
high and low for each table the new period room featur- thru Apr. 7. 926 W. Nepessing
info 810-246-0632. Call for the nearest drop off each month at the Davison
every 3rd Monday at the ing 1865 bedroom furniture. St., Lapeer, located in the
Washington Senior Center, The music exhibit has been FOR WIDOWED MEN & location. For large donations community room downstairs. Senior Center, 10135 Lapeer
57880 Van Dyke, Washington re-worked and there is an WOMEN: Lunch-Cards- a pickup service is available. Drive-up, 4:30-5:30, in right Rd. in Davison. Meetings start
Twp., MI 48094, from 4-8 addition to the art display of Friendship. Join us every 810-392-5136. lane on St. Joseph's St. at 6:30 p.m. and doors open at
p.m. Call for further details, work of local artists. Watch 3rd Tuesday of each month The Imlay City Christian between church and school. 6 p.m. For more info call Lisa,
586-752-6543. for more changes, inside and from 11:45 a.m.-4 p.m. at School is holding a fundraiser 810-358-7294.
Swing Dance Lessons outside of the museum. For
questions contact Marilyn
Cavis Pioneer Restaurant,
5600 Lapeer Rd. in Kimball
for TAFFY (Tuition Assistance
Fundraising For Youth).
P
Other Markets
offered at the Port Huron Swihart 724-1904. Twp. 48074. No RSVP neces- Come join us for euchre the Free tutor training for people
Senior Center, 600 Grand Every Sunday Lapeer County's
sary. For more info call 2nd Saturday of each month who would like to help others
Avenue in Port Huron, every The Almont Community largest Flea Market will be
Joanne K. at 810-324-2304. at 7 p.m. at the Imlay City in our community improve
Tues. from 7:30-9 p.m. and Historical Society Museum held at the Lapeer Center
This activity is sponsored by Christian School, 7197 E. English skills. Volunteer
the 1st and 3rd Thurs. of the is open Saturdays from 1-4 Building, 425 County Center
Widowed Friends, a peer Imlay City Rd. in Imlay City. basis. Please call for orienta-
month from 7:30-9 p.m. with p.m. Please stop by and St. in Lapeer. From 8 a.m.-3
support group www.wid- For more info, call 810-724- tion before training at 810-
instructors Lyle Malaski & learn about your communi- p.m. Up to 75 booths inside and
owedfriends.org. 5695. 664-2737.
Kristina Morton. Call 810- ty. Society meetings are held outside sell a huge variety of
984-5061 for more info. at the museum on the second Widowed Friends invites all Volunteer for the Habitat for items to the public. This long-
Council on Aging Monday of the month at 7
p.m. For more info call 810-
widowed to join us for
breakfast and friendship in
Craft Shows/Bazaars Humanity of Lapeer County
at the office. Interested par-
running community event is
Membership is open to indi- sponsored by the Lapeer
viduals 18 and older. The 796-3355. a safe setting every 2nd and
4th Monday of the month at
Rummage Sales ties can call 810-664-7111 and
speak to Carolyn, Cheryl or
Center Building, a non-profit
Youth Events
Capac Senior Center is open organization for 60 years.
9 a.m. at Seros, 925 Gratiot Pete at 810-660-7823. There is no admission charge.
8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. week- Sacred Heart Spring
in Marysville. For more info, For info on space rentals, con-
days. We offer a variety of
activities such as fitness and
craft classes, a book review Ready, Set, Go! Workshop.
call Julie at 810-388-0868.
TOPS 620 Lapeer weight-
Rummage Sale 700 Maple
Vista Dr., Imlay City. April Club News tact Logan: 810-347-7915. Visit
www.LapeerCenter.com for
This is a FREE workshop 6th and 7th 9:00 a.m. 6:00
group, cards and bus trips. loss group meets Tuesday p.m. and April 8th 9:00 a.m. building rental and Peacock
for 3-5 year olds & parents/ The 2017 meeting of the Alley catering information, or
Call Lori at 395-7889 for nights at the Hunters Creek 1:00 p.m. GS-13-2
caregivers! Enjoy fun proj- Dryden Center Cemetery call 664-2109. Email: lapeer-
more info. Mobile Home Park Club
ects that will develop your Association will be held Sat., center@charter.net. The
House, 725 DeMille Rd. in
Medical Care
Almont and Dryden area childs skills and prepare April 8 at 9:30 a.m. at the Lapeer Center Building Flea
Lapeer. Weigh-in from
senior citizens meet the 2nd them for school! Children Dryden Township Hall, 4849 Market has been voted "The
6-6:30 p.m., meeting from
Tuesday of the month at 12 also enjoy a snack, story Dryden Rd., Dryden. All Best of the Best."
6:30-7:30 p.m. For more info
p.m. at the Almont Lions time, and a free book! Call call 810-664-7579. Lapeer County Health
Hall, 222 Water St., for a the Family Literacy Center Department, 1800 Imlay City
potluck and program. Call today to reserve your seat at TOPS 888 (Take Off Pounds Rd., Lapeer - Regular
798-8210 for more info. 810-664-2737 and for more Sensibly) meets Wednesdays Immunization Clinic Hours:
info on dates and times. at the 25 Pine Ridge Dr. in
Adults 55 and over are invit- (held in 2nd floor clinic area)
Lapeer. Weigh-in at 8:30
ed to Berlin Twp. Senior Play groups available. Free 6 Mondays 1-3:30 p.m. Walk-
a.m., 9:30 a.m. meeting. Call
Center to play cards from week sessions. At these In, Wednesdays 8:30 a.m.-
Linda at 810-245-3955 or
noon-3 p.m. the 2nd FREE 90-minute play- 11:30 p.m. By Appointment AFFORDABLE INDEPENDENT LIVING APARTMENTS WITH:
Phyllis 810-395-7035 for
Wednesday of every month. groups, children will partici- Only, Thursdays 1-3:45 p.m. 3 Nutritious Meals Daily Light Housekeeping
more info.
Bring a sack lunch, bever- pate in storytime, develop- By Appointment Only. Compimentary Satellite TV Health Services
ages provided. Senior stretch mentally appropriate games For those that have experi- Additional Immunization
exercise on Tuesdays 10-11 and crafts, learn new skills, enced the death of a loved Clinics Offered: By Life-enriching Activities Available
a.m. Potluck luncheons will and enjoy a snack and social one, a support group is avail- Appointment Only (held in
be served the 4th Tuesday of time with other children. able facilitated by a trained 2nd floor clinic area). Walk-In
every month at noon. Call Parents will have the chance United Hospice Service (held in lower level). For addi- www.SanctuaryatMapleVista.org
810-395-4518 for details.
Ryan Smith, a certified alco-
c
hol and drug counselor will
be available at the Imlay
City Senior's Center on the
4th Thursday of every
month from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
METHODIST
is open to the public for free, 200 North Cedar (M-53) 859 N. Van Dyke Road
hot meals every Monday and 4411 Newark Road
Imlay City, MI Attica, MI 48412 Imlay City, Michigan 48444
Wednesday from 4-5:30 p.m.
810-724-1200 810-724-2702 Sunday 2:30 pm
CHURCHES
This Heart Loves Food email: nlcc@newlifechristian.net Tuesday 7:00 pm
Pantry is open the 1st Worship 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.
www.newlifechristian.net
Saturday of each month Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Friday Youth 7:00 pm
Pastor Tim Martin
from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Pastor Alan Casillas Sunday 10 a.m. Service 15 firstapostolichome.com 15
Gateway Assembly Church, 15
2796 S. Van Dyke Rd., Imlay Attica Capac Imlay City Almont Light of Christ
City. U.M.C. C.R.C.
The Attica United Methodist
U.M.C. 14952 Imlay City Rd., Capac 395 N. Cedar (M-53)
First Baptist Church Community
Church will be holding a
free community meal on the
27 Elk Lake Road, Attica, MI
(810) 724-0690 Church 810-395-2112
Sunday School - 9:15 am - All Ages
www.imlaycitycrc.org
Worship 10:00 a.m.
Wayne Boyd, Pastor
881 Van Dyke - 810-798-8888
Church
2nd and 4th Tuesday of each Sunday Worship: 10 a.m Sunday Service: 10:30 am Sunday School 11:15 a.m. Sunday Bible Classes: 9:45 am 2720 Winslow Road
month from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Attica Food Bank: Serving those Junior Church and Nursery Available Youth Ministry Worship Services
10:30 am & 6:00 pm
Imlay City, MI 48444
MOPS Program
For more info please call in need in Attica Twp, 2-4 pm, Bible Studies Every
Community Mens & Womens
Bible Study Wednesday 7:00 pm 1 Mile South of I-69 Overpass
810-724-0690 or visit www. 2nd and 4th Monday Monday and Tuesday Evenings fbc@airadvantage.net
Tuesday Morning
Bible Studies Live Webcasting Sunday all worship services Sunday Worship 10:30 am
atticaumc.org. Rev. Ron Rouse 810-724-4315 over Sermonaudio.com/fbcalmont 15
The Attica Food Bank at the www.atticaumc.org 15
Come as you are - everyone is welcome!
16 15
Come Grow With Us! 15
Proclaiming the Sovereign Grace of God Phone: 810-724-6999 15
Attica United Methodist
Church, 27 Elk Lake Rd., is Dryden Imlay City Sacred Heart GATEWAY ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH
open from 2-4 p.m. the 2nd U.M.C. U.M.C. Catholic Church
ASSEMBLY
(ELCA) 109 E. Kempf Court Capac, MI
(810) 395-7557
and 4th Monday of each Corner of 4th St. & Almont Ave. 700 Maple Vista, Imlay City
month. Proof of residency 5394 Main Street - Dryden (Across from the Library) 810-724-1135 2796 S. Van Dyke Road - Imlay City
and need required. www.imlayumc.org 74903 McKay Rd., Romeo Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
810-796-3341 9:15 a.m. Sunday School Weekday Masses
586.336.4673
Morning Worship - 8:55 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
The Capac Community 10:30 a.m. Worship Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri 8 am Wed. 10 am Evening Service - 5:00 p.m.
Pastor Patricia Hoppenworth First Sat. 8 am
Sunday Mornings
Food Pantry, 114 S. Main
Nursery Available
Weekend Masses
Wednesday Family Night - 6:45 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m.
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Street, is open each Youth Group 6th-12th grade Sat. Vigil Mass 5 pm Adult & Children's Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Supervised child care during all services
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Michigans top 160 teams of the first day, the team was the first choice of the involvement.
face off to determine who experienced some technical 5th seed captains, Team Not only does the
advances to the World difficulties with their #2960 going into the quar- team have high hopes for
Championship competi- climbing mechanism. But ter final rounds. Their alli- the robotic performance, Shock and Awe-sum robot 4861 climbs to top
tion. together, they worked to fix ance won out over the 4th but for their newest enter- during recent competition.
Almont is in a great their climber and improve seed alliance to move into prise, the business plan,
position to move on to the their performance. the semi-final matches Kuhn says. Student mem- ising season, having creat- grateful to its many spon-
State tournament and has Ultimately, Shock and against the 1st seed alli- bers worked diligently with ed and achieved multiple sors, donors, mentors, and
already been awarded a Awe-sum earned the posi- ance. mentors to perfect a busi- new goals as well as a robot supporters for a successful
wild card bid to compete at tion of 5th seed captain With a nail-biting fin- ness plan. This involves that is fast and able to work and promising season.
the World Championship in going into the quarter final ish, Team #4961 and their answering questions for successfully with their alli- Our students welcome
St. Louis on April 26th- rounds. As 2nd seed cap- alliance teams were elimi- the judges at District com- ance teams, Kuhn adds. anyone who would like to
29th, says team mentor tains, Romeo selected Team nated in the semi-final petitions in hopes of obtain- Their hard work is paying help Team #4961 with trav-
Sharon Kuhn. #4961 to join their alliance matchups, Kuhn says. ing the coveted business off and now they get to go el expenses to St. Louis and
The 2017 FIRST along with Team #5641 The highlight of the award as well as learning to the famous World our dream to compete in the
STEAMWORKS game set from Byron, Michigan. Troy tournament, Kuhn from the experience to Championship in St. Louis, World Championship, she
the goal for each team to This fierce alliance adds, was the thrill of being improve non-robotic parts a dream they shoot for says. Please support our
build and control a robot won their first game by six- presented with the Industrial of the team. every year. efforts through GoFundMe,
that can load gears onto a teen points, but suffered a Design Award by GM and Team Shock and Awe-sum Kuhn says Shock and FRC #4961 Championship
peg, collect fuel, climb a very narrow loss in each of the Safety Award. is off to a strong and prom- Awe-sum is extremely Travel Fund.
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MDEQ press release, such incurred at a rate of $1,000
collections and cleanups per trailer for the first 500
provide affordable and tires, then $2 per tire over
convenient opportunities 500 up to a maximum of The healthcare team at Imlay City Family Practice includes Brenda Jimenez, Chelsea Measel,
for residents to recycle and $2,000 per trailer, Kudsin Renee Bollaert, Jamie Stutzman, Laura Zelenak, D.O., Michelle Simpson, N.P., Susan Reuter, N.P.,
rid themselves of unwant- explained. Clara Dawson, Teresa Sanchez, Melissa Hampton, not pictured is Ashlee Chard.
ed scrap tires. She noted that town-
er primary care model Practitioner Michelle brings with her seven years dents in the Imlay City
focuses on strategies to Simpsonwho began of experience as a regis- School District.
promote regional popula- practicing at ICFP in 2013 tered nurse in the Medical For more information or
tion health and chronic dis- is joined by Nurse Intensive Care Unit at to schedule a visit, call Imlay
Almont Township will collect clean scrap tires ease management through Practitioner Susan Reuter, Henry Ford Hospital. City Family Practice at 810-
during a Clean Up Day slated for Saturday, coordinated care centered who was recently added to With the expanded staff 724-0591 or visit imlaycity-
May 20. around the patient. the team. and CPC Plus program, familypractice.com.
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Imlay boys
take second
Harper Woods edges the
Spartans by four for title
By Kevin Kissane dash, 39.88 seconds; and
Tri-City Times Sports Editor Jacob Swartz, mile,
5:10.11; led Imlay City
TRI-CITY AREA with individual event firsts.
The Imlay City and Almont The 1600-meter relay
boys track teams pulled up of Jayden Collison, Noah
second and fourth, respec- Galbraith, Riley Bertram
tively, among non-Macomb and Andrez took first as
County squads at an indoor well. They stopped the
meet hosted by Macomb watch at 4:00.9.
Community College on David Hart, 600 run,
Monday, March 27. 1:37.5; gave Imlay City an
Harper Woods outright individual event
28-19 record, good enough can really be proud of. We cent, with 19 pins this win-
winter, contributing a third know he will get it done for ter.
for a success clip of 59.6
at the Tri-City Times the team. The freshman collected
percent, while collecting 14
Spartan Invitational hosted This was his third cam- a first at the Durand
pins this winter.
by Imlay City High School paign on Capacs squad. Invitational; provided a
The junior collected
as well as a fourth at the Jaykob Shaw, Imlay second at the Tri-City
seconds at Mayvilles Ryan
Mercer Memorial Imlay City 125-pounder Luke Stephens (L) was Armada High School-based City, 185, 215 and 285 Times Spartan Invitational
a state medalist this past season. Blue Water Area Conference pounds. hosted by Imlay City High
Tournament, the Sandusky
Tournament. No matter where he School; registered a third at
Redskin Invitational and
He is a great team was placed in Imlay Citys the Armada High School-
the Blue Water Area
build on that throughout the cess rate, with 31 pins dur- member, Imlay City Coach lineup, Shaw excelled dur- based Blue Water Area
Conference Tournament
season, he noted. ing the 2016-17 campaign. Tony DAmbrosio said. ing the 2016-17 campaign. Conference Tournament;
hosted by Armada High
He was a consistent The junior obtained Adriels focus was always He drove that well-tak- plus supplied a fourth at a
School; plus tacked on a
force in the practice room firsts at the Armada High how he could support the en point across emphatical- Montrose High School-
sixth at the Jim Peltier
and on the mat this season. School-based Blue Water team whether it be in prac- ly by posting a 41-11 mark, based Division 3 district.
Classic in Yale.
Finishing the season All- Area Conference tice or out on the mat, he a 78.8 percent success rate, He was able to come
He had a great year for
State as a freshman is a big Tournament, a Division 3 noted. with 25 pins during the in as a freshman and have
us placing in several of the
accomplishment to take district hosted by Montrose I would say he would 2016-17 campaign. an impact on our team
tournaments we attended,
into next season. High School and a be missed but he has already
Almont Coach Mat Dwyer
Stephens ended his ini- Richmond High School- made it clear he will be
said. Jacob was in the
tial campaign on Imlay based Division 3 regional; around as an alumni next
toughest weight class at our
Citys squad as an All-Blue plus supplied a fourth (good season to help build the
districts in Montrose, he
Water Area Conference enough to secure All-State program further. It is that
noted.
first team choice. accolades) at the Division 3 kind of attitude from alum-
Three of the four
Wesley Hampton, state individual finals host- ni that will make sure this
placewinners from our dis-
Imlay City, 125/130 ed by The Palace of Auburn program gets to the next
tricts went on to earn All-
pounds. Hills. level.
State honors the following
Hampton logged a He had another out- Rojas concluded his
week. We look forward to
36-11 record, good enough standing year for us, Capac third season on Imlay Citys
seeing him in our lineup
for a success clip of 76.5 Coach Jason Klink said. squad as an All-Blue Water
again next year.
percent, while collecting 25 Anthony led the team in Area Conference honorable
Burchi wrapped up his
pins this winter. wins (43), pins (31), take- mention pick.
third season on Almonts
Photo by Kevin Kissane
The sophomore earned downs (75) and team points Zac Hellebuyck, Imlay
squad as an All-Blue Water
the distinction of weight (245), he noted. City, 145/152 pounds.
Area Conference honorable
class champion at the He has 144 career Hellebuyck wound up
mention selection.
Armada High School-based wins so far. Anthony has with a 21-21 record, good
Luke Stephens, Imlay
Blue Water Area Conference set high goals and has con- enough for a success clip of
City, 125/130 pounds.
Tournament plus provided tinued to show growth 50 percent, with seven pins
Stephens furnished a Imlay City heavyweight Jaykob Shaw (R) bat-
thirds at the Tri-City Times every year. We will be this winter.
43-10 mark, an 81.1 per- tles a foe at the Div. 3 state finals.
expecting big things from The junior placed twice
him again next year in his in tournament action during
Soccer
Schedule
Baseball Dryden at Deckerville (DH), Imlay City at Goodrich, Michael McEwan, of Almont, lets the shot put fly en route to a second at
Monday, April 10 4 p.m. 4:30 p.m. a meet hosted by Macomb Community College.
Dryden at Deckerville (DH), Tuesday, April 11 Girls Soccer
4 p.m.
Tuesday, April 11
Yale at Capac (DH), 4 p.m.
Almont at Dryden (DH),
Monday, April 10
Dryden at Landmark
Second: Imlay second at Macomb
from page 1-B Mukholi, mile, 5:13.28; 1600-meter run, 5:10.53;
Capac at Lakeshore, 4 p.m. Academy, 5 p.m. and Cole Broecker, 3200 paced Almont with outright
4:30 p.m. seconds as well. They reg-
istered clockings of 1:43.01 run, 11:42.7; tacked on seconds.
Girls Tennis Boys and Girls Track thirds to Imlay Citys cause. Robbie Battani, pole
Softball Tuesday, April 11 Tuesday, April 11 and 9:43.2, respectively.
Cody Sich, pole vault, 9 Michael McEwan, shot vault, 9 feet 6 inches;
Monday, April 10 St. Clair at Almont, 4 p.m. Dryden at C-PS quad, 4 p.m. put, 42 feet 3 inches; Alec rounded out the list of
feet 6 inches; provided
Imlay City with a two-way Giles, 60 hurdles, 9.46 sec- Almont placewinners with
tie for a second. onds; and Josh Phelps, a two-way tie for a second.
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Capac, MI 48014 Sanctions Act certifying the contrac- center of said Section 22; thence Youatt, City Manager, 150 N. Main
Proposals may be mailed or tor does and will comply with Public N003018W 662.22 ft along the Street, Imlay City, MI 48444. The
MIRRORS & MORE
delivered in person to Capac Act 517 of 2012 shall accompany N-S 1/4 line; thence S880031W City of Imlay City reserves the right
Community Schools - Frame & Frameless Shower Enclosures
ALL proposals. The owner will not 328.81 ft; thence S003018E 663.01 to accept or reject any or all bids, to 122 W. Washington, Downtown Romeo Custom Mirrors Replacement Windows
Administration Building, 403 North accept a proposal that does not include ft parallel with the N-S 1/4 line to the waive any irregularities and to accept
719 Van Dyke - Imlay City 810-724-2480
Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm,
Glassford Street, Capac, Ml 48014 a sworn and notarized Affidavit of point of beginning. Together with a the bid deemed to be in the best inter- Saturday & 586-752-2682
Proposals are due prior to 2:00 Evenings By Appt. www.romeoaccountants.com TODDSGLASS.COM
1-24-18
Compliance for the Iran Economic 66 ft wide easement for ingress-egress est of the City.
p.m. (local time) on Wednesday, Sanctions Act. Please see the purposes as described in Ingress- Nicole F. Frost
April 26, 2017. Construction Project Manual section Egress Easement. City Clerk
Heating &
Proposals will be publicly 00307 for the form to use with your Ingress-Egress Easement: 14-2
opened and read aloud at 2:15 p.m. in proposal. Part of the NW 1/4 of Section
the High School Cafeteria. All pro-
posals received prior to the due date
The Owner reserves the right to
accept or reject any or all proposals,
22, T9N, R10E, Deerfield Twp.,
Lapeer Co., Michigan, described as
Cooling
and time will be evaluated after the
bid opening. All proposals received
to accept a proposal other than the beginning S001940E 1320.23 ft CITY OF Commercial & Residential
8-16-17
lowest proposal, and to waive infor- along the W Section line, and
after 2:00 p.m. of the due date will malities, irregularities, and/or errors N880850E 1307.03 ft, and IMLAY CITY 301 E. First Street,
neither be considered nor accepted in any proposal, which it determines S001318E 1264.92 ft from the NW BID REQUEST Suite 400, Imlay City
and will be returned to the Bidder to be in its own best interest. corner of said Section 22; thence con- FOR STREET
unopened.
All proposals shall be submitted
Separate Proposals will be tinuing S001318E 66.04 ft to a MICRO-SURFACING HEATING & COOLING SPECIALISTS
received for the following Bid point on the E-W 1/4 line from the The City of Imlay City is Service & Install, Financing Licensed & Insured
on the proposal forms provided in the Categories: NW corner of said Section 22 (said
Construction Project Manual section
requesting sealed bids for street Yale Location 810-387-4452
-- Asphalt Paving point being S875216W 1312.28 ft micro-surfacing. All work performed NEW
00305, completely filled in, and exe- -- Athletic Track Coating from the center of Section 22); thence shall be in accordance with Michigan LOCATION
Outdoor
cuted (copies of the bid forms are 14-2 N875216E 983.45 ft along the Department of Transportation
acceptable). Facsimile, electronic E-W 1/4 line; thence N001318W Standard Specifications for
mail or tele- phone proposals will not
be accepted.
66.03 ft; thence S875216W 983.11
ft parallel with the E-W 1/4 line to the
Construction Section 504. Micro-
Surfacing. The contractor shall pro-
Equipment
Pre-Bid Site Visit will be held
at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 12,
2017 at the High School Track, 541
MORTGAGE
SALE
point of beginning.
The structure residing on the
above described premises, consisting
vide all traffic control and provide the
City a reasonable time frame for Automotive Parts and Service
North Glassford, Capac, MI.
THIS FIRM IS A DEBT of a 2000 VA108D Crystal Valley
scheduling in order to provide notice
to affected residents. The contractor
ON THE SPOT FINANCING!
The Owner will award CV1705A/BIN is considered real YETI
PARSCHS
COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING shall provide a per square yard cost.
M bil
contract(s) on or about May 18, 2017. estate and is also collateral for this
TO COLLECT A DEBT. The City is interested in Micro-
Bidding Documents will be loan.
ANY INFORMATION Surfacing at least 6,000 square yards AUTOMOTIVE
available to all bidders beginning commonly known as 5282 Millis
OBTAINED WILL BE USED and would like the option to add more
Wednesday, April 12, 2017 after Road, North Branch, MI 48461 if possible. If you have any questions SERVICE & REPAIR
10:00 a.m. They will be available via FOR THAT PURPOSE. tax i.d. 44-006-022-019-29 please contact Ed Priehs, DPW
the drop box link below: Notice is hereby given that BRAKES
If the property described in this Superintendent at (810) 724-2135.
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/snkwys Default has occurred in a Mortgage AIR CONDITIONING
notice is sold at a foreclosure sale, The bid shall be per square yard and
yi3xwlyrzJAABuMSJ8xKxEm9Gzq given by Scott G. Sandor, an unmar- MUFFLERS TUNE-UPS
then under MCL 600.3278, the shall be submitted in a sealed enve-
HDFyooia?di=O ried man, mortgagor, to Independent Mortgagor will be held responsible to STRUTS
lope entitled Street Micro-Surfacing COOLING SYSTEMS
Bidding documents may be Mortgage Co. East MI, which became the buyer of the property at the fore- by no later than Wednesday, April 19,
requested and emailed from the Independent Mortgage Co., a dis- closure sale, or to the Mortgage hold- EXHAUST SHOCKS
2017 at 3:00 p.m. to the attention of
Construction Manager, E. Gilbert & solved Michigan corporation, and er, for damage done to the property ELECTRICAL
Tom Youatt, City Manager, 150 N. STIHL EXMARK HUSTLER
Sons, Inc.s office by contacting successor-by-merger to Independent during the redemption period. COMPUTER ANALYSIS
Main Street, Imlay City, MI 48444. ARCTIC CAT STORMY KROMER
Marci Jarvis at marci@egilbertand- Mortgage Co. East MI, as assigned to The redemption period will TIRES
The City of Imlay City reserves the
sons.com.
All questions regarding the bid-
Independent Bank, a Michigan bank-
ing corporation, mortgagee. The
expire six (6) months after the date of
the foreclosure sale, unless the prop-
right to accept or reject any or all bids,
to waive any irregularities and to
COMPUTER BALANCING
FUEL INJECTION SERVICE
ding procedures, design, and drawing/
specification intent are to be directed
Mortgage is dated December 27,
2006, and was recorded on January 5,
erty is determined abandoned under accept the bid deemed to be in the
MCL 600.3241a, in which case the SINCE 1975
in writing to the Construction 2007, in Liber 2228, on page 664 of redemption period will expire 30 days
best interest of the City.
Nicole F. Frost
810-724-6630 TFN
Where the outdoor enthusiast shops!
Manager, E. Gilbert & Sons, Inc., on the Lapeer County records, and sub-
Mobil
after the date of the foreclosure sale, City Clerk 7230 Webster Rd IMLAY CITY
a Request For Information Request
Form (See Construction Project
ject to an Assignment of Mortgage
recorded at Liber 2725, Page 922.
or when the time to provide notice
under MCL 600.3241a(c) expires,
14-2 810-724-7230
314 CAPAC RD. - IMLAY CITY
Manual Section 00310), attention The balance owing on the Mortgage whichever is later. 2-cycle & 4-cycle Repair Tune-Up Specials in Effect
Lester Gilbert, E-mail: lesg@egil- as of the date of this Notice is SMITH, MARTIN, Pick Up & Delivery Available
bertandsons.com, or Fax (586) 731- $100,974.47, including interest at POWERS & KNIER, P.C.
GOODLAND
Builders
9289. 5.625% per year variable. The Dated: March 17, 2017
Proposals may not be withdrawn
for a period of thirty (30) days after
Mortgage contains a power of sale
clause and no proceedings have been
By: Henry L. Knier, Jr. (P46393) TOWNSHIP
Attorney for Independent Bank, NOTICE OF
the due date. Successful Bidders may instituted to recover any part of the Mortgagee
be required to furnish both a Labor debt owing. 900 Washington Ave., P.O. Box 219 PUBLIC HEARING
and Material Payment Bond, and a The Mortgage will be foreclosed Bay City, MI 48707 - (989) 892- ZONING BOARD SUPPLY & EQUIPMENT
Performance Bond, each in the by selling the property described 4574 OF APPEALS
amount of one hundred percent below at a public auction to the high- 12-4 The Goodland Township Zoning
(100%) of its contract amount as est bidder. The sale will be held on Board of Appeals will hold a public
stated in the Construction Project April 26, 2017, at 9:30 a.m. local time hearing on Thursday, the 20th day of
Manual section 00600. at the main entrance to the Lapeer
CITY OF April 2017, at the Goodland Township
This project is to comply with
the State of Michigan Prevailing
County Court Facility, 255 Clay St.,
Lapeer, Michigan, that being the place IMLAY CITY
Hall, 2374 N. Van Dyke Rd. for Mike Custom Building & Remodeling
Strachan for a Front yard setback.
Wage Requirements. of holding Circuit Court for Lapeer BID REQUEST FOR Section 11.01 of the Zoning Additions Kitchens Bath Farm House
Items to Accompany All Proposals: County, Michigan. The property will
METCALF STREET Ordinance. The property is identified Renovations Siding Decks Windows
A Bid Security in the amount of be sold to pay the amount then due on
PAVEMENT As tax parcel number 44-009-031-
five percent (5%) of Base Bid shall the Mortgage, including interest, legal 017-40 and is zoned Family Owned Since 1973 Licensed & Insured
accompany ALL proposals or pro- costs, attorney fees and any taxes or IMPROVEMENTS
FREE 810-724-8060 - Imlay City
posal combinations; refer to the insurance which may be paid by the The City of Imlay City is Agriculture/Rural Residential. You
Construction Project Manual section mortgagee before the sale. requesting sealed bids to cold mill and are
ESTIMATES www.walters-enterprises.com
5-17-17
00410 for more information. The property to be sold is locat- replace 2 HMA pavement for encouraged to attend this public hear-
A sworn and notarized statement ed in the Township of Deerfield, approximately 488 square yards on ing. Any interested person may
disclosing any familial relationship County of Lapeer, Michigan and Metcalf Street at the intersection of
Cheney Street and commencing
appear or be represented at the hear-
ing to make comments or to ask ques- BUSINESS
south. Project area will be marked tions regarding the proposed Z B A
DIRECTORY RATES
CITY OF IMLAY CITY with orange paint. All removal, mate-
rials, and placement of HMA surface
shall be in accordance with Section
hearing. Written comments can be
submitted to the Township Clerk at
2374 N. Van Dyke Road, Imlay City
3 MONTHS $7.00 PER WEEK NOW TAKING SCRAP METAL
PUBLIC NOTICE 501 Michigan Department of Michigan 48444 prior to the hearing. 6 MONTHS $6.50 PER WEEK Located Between Imlay City
SPECIAL LAND USE Transportation Standard
Specifications for Construction.
Mavis A. Roy
Goodland Township Clerk 1 YEAR $6.00 PER WEEK and Almont on M-53
Notice is hereby given that the Planning Commission of the City of Contractor is responsible for main- 14-1
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810-798-8533
Imlay City will hold a public hearing on the 25th day of April, 2017 at
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Street, Imlay City, MI 48444 on property identified as tax parcel number clean water mains from approximately April 10, 2017 through April 28,
I19-60-000-000-00. 2017. If discoloration of your water should occur, please allow the water
Comments may be submitted in writing or in person to City of Imlay to run for a short time or until it clears up. Thank you for your understand-
City. Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective par- ing and cooperation, and we apologize for any inconvenience.
ticipation should contact Nicole Frost, City Clerk a week in advance of the
meeting to request mobility, visual, hearing or other assistance. You may Ed Priehs
contact Tom Youatt, City Manager at (810) 724-2135 with any questions.
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................................................ 798-8091. FR-12-4 Includes Fridge, Stove, Washer/
...................................................... Dryer and Shed. Almont 810-798- Maintenance of grounds, including lawn mowing, vegetable and
INDOOR WOODSTOVE flower gardening, and snow removal
8091. HR-12-4
HEATS 1500 sq ft. excellent Help Wanted Periodic and seasonal house cleaning
VFW HALL ......................................................
FR-3-26
condition. $250 Call 810-417- Strong references and communication skills required. Candi-
1829. FS-12-8
IMLAY CITY dates must be honest, dedicated, and have a love of nature. Salary
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................................................ LANDSCAPE/CONSTRUCTION negotiable based on experience. Compensation includes on-site 3
MASSEY FERGUSON ~Newly Remodeled~ Join Daisy Contracting of Almont. bedroom home with AC and 2 car garage. Please forward resume
GC2300 TRACTOR, 243 Full & Half-day Rental $12.00 per hour. 586-615-5550 and references to: thepines.mi@gmail.com 13-2
Hours, 22.5 HP Diesel, 810-338-0163/810-724-6102 daisycontracting.com HW-14-1
810-724-2615
Hydrostat, 4x4, Loader, 3pt ......................................................
Hitch, 60 Mower Deck, Plus
More $8,800. (810) 417-2249.
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Apartment For Rent Almont $12.00 por hora. 810-310-
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HW-14-1 Almont Community School is seeking
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Garage Sale CAPAC VILLAGE: 2 bedroom permanent and sub bus drivers immediately.
upstairs apt. for 1 or 2 adults, LOCAL LUMBER YARD LOOK-
50+, spacious, lots of storage, ING FOR YARDMAN truck driver, Please visit our web site to apply:
CDL preferred, full time. http://www.almontschools.org/departments/jobs/
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SACRED HEART SPRING appliances and all utilities,
Immediate opening. Send resume
RUMMAGE SALE 700 Maple except AC included, carport,
to 1936 S. Cedar St., Imlay City.
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Vista Dr., Imlay City. April 6th and no pets, security deposit
7th 9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. and April required; call 810-395-2226 HW-14-2 or Contact Bob Jones at: 810-798-8773 HW-13-3
8th 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. GS-13-2 and leave message. ......................................................
...................................................... APR-7-16
.com WELDER POSITION, experience
necessary. Lapeer area. Full time.
Helena Chemical Company
ESTATE SALE: 987 Lathrop ................................................
Wages based on skills. 810-358-
Classifieds Work!
Road, Allenton, MI 48002. Sat.,
April 8th, 8 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun., 0010. HW-14-1
Custom Applicator
CALL 724-2615
April 9th, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. GS-5-1 ......................................................
...................................................... Commercial For Rent HELP WANTED FULL TIME, 2nd
Shift Custodians Please apply
online WWW.DMBURR.COM A national agricultural-chemical supply company, has
OFFICE/RETAIL SPACE FOR HW-14-3 an immediate opening for a Custom Applicator at our
LEASE With over 900 sq. feet of ...................................................... Imlay City, MI location.
Requirements:
space. Almont 810-798-8091.
CR-12-4 Classifieds Work! High School Diploma or GED
...................................................... CALL 724-2615 Experience operating large equipment
CDL and pesticide license
Excellent driving record
Helena Chemical Company Ability to pass a CDL physical exam
Ability to read field maps
Pinnacle Foods LLC Vlasic of Imlay City is Seasonal Truck Driver Basic knowledge of Ag pesticides and weed identification
2017 Green Season an immediate opening for a seasonal truck driver at our
Imlay City, MI location. Requires a high school diploma or
Apply fertilizer and pesticides
Perform maintenance on other equipment
equivalent with one (1) year related work experience and a Pull soil samples
SEASONAL OPPORTUNITIES: Class A or B CDL with HAZMAT endorsement. Requires Maintain accurate log books on applicated acres
Forklift Drivers ($11/hr.) - Sanitation ($10.75/hr.) - good written and verbal communication skills; good com- Mix fertilizer and chemicals
Toppers ($10/hr.) - Handpackers ($9.25/hr.+Bonus) puter skills focusing on a good understanding of math and Perform maintenance and calibration on application
Shift differential pay; $0.25/hr. for 2nd shift calculations. Must be 21 years or older. equipment
and $0.40/hr. for 3rd shift Must meet Department of Transportation physical We offer an excellent working environment and an
and medical requirements and pass a substance abuse outstanding compensation and benefits package.
Seasonal employees have first
screening, and as a safety sensitive employee, is subject to
opportunity for full-time openings! random substance abuse screening and a mandatory post- Resumes submitted without salary requirements will
Apply today!
accident screening. not be considered.
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