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Office: 989-732-1707 Toll Free: 800-828-9372
1738 S. Otsego Ave., P.O. Box 641 Gaylord, MI 49735
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Brick Exterior, Master Suite w/Garden Tub, Custom Fabric
Shades-Draperies-Rods & Related Accessories, Gas-Log
Fireplace w/ Thermostatic Controlled Heatilator, Central Air,
Sprinkler System & Attractive Landscaping. Golf Course
Frontage. Outside Keyless Entry. Mother-in-Law Layout.
$159,500. MLS #272563
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Remodeled 3
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Ranch South of
Wolverine. New
Kitchen
Cabinets, New
Laminate Flooring, New Light Fixtures, New Furnace, New
Hot Water Heater. State Land with Sturgeon River and Trail
Right Across the Road. Land Contract Terms Available.
$59,500. MLS #272262
CHARMING MOVE-IN READY
3 Bed, 1 Bath Ranch with Lots to Like. NEW Kitchen, NEW
Windows, NEW Exterior Doors, NEW Partially Finished
Basement. Newer High Eff. Furnace. Comes complete with
Oversized 2 1/2 Car Garage & Roomy Deck.All in a GREAT
Neighborhood Close to Town. $92,900. MLS #272407
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$758,000. MLS #272584
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All Sport Lake Front
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Featured Home
On the Market
How To Update Your
Older Home
By Curt Hagedorn
Whether your home is 20, 50 or 100
years old, there comes a time when it
begins to look a little ragged around the
edges, inside and out. While you may not
want to invest in a complete top to bottom
renovation, there are things you can do to
freshen up your homes look, as well as
maintain its value in the marketplace.
Here, in no particular order, are a few tips.
1) Consult the professionals. For the
most part, bids and advice cost nothing
and, if you have any sort of budget at all,
its going to be a lot easier to pay for some
things like masonry work outdoors and
plumbing and electrical indoors. So talk to
architects and designers about what you
can do to give your home more curb
appeal outside and upgraded comfort
and convenience inside. Theyre bound to
think of things, both inexpensive and over
the top, which have never occurred to you.
A less complicated alternative is buying a
stack of architecture, renovation and deco-
rating magazines and cutting out things
you like. Finally, drive around the neigh-
borhood, see what your neighbors are
doing.
2) Identify the major problem areas.
Now that youve talked to a few designers,
read a few magazines and checked out the
neighborhood competition, write down
what you think are your major problems.
Of course anything that goes deeper than
cosmetic improvement should come first.
This means if you have a severely cracked
foundation, substandard electrical or
plumbing service, a roof or siding thats
coming off in sections or a yard that looks
like a wasteland, forget about building
those decorative columns out by the drive-
way. Accomplish the big fixes first. For
those of you without such major problems,
set your priorities based on your own per-
sonal needs. Is having an attractive house
outside a more pressing concern, or is your
cramped kitchen where you want to start
swinging the sledgehammer. Whether your
project is big or small, planning and budg-
eting makes all the difference.
3) Adding Value to your home. Some of
the top updates that can add value to your
home inside and out include new siding
outside, and upgraded bathrooms inside.
Large and luxurious master baths are par-
ticularly in demand. Other top of the list
items include a new roof (if your current
one is aging or damaged), new windows
(again, particularly if you have window
problems) and an upgraded kitchen. Not
so cosmetic but still important include
new heating, cooling and ventilation
equipment and, surprisingly, an updated
(or at least organized) garage. Dont under-
estimate the value of a nice lawn, neat
walkways and other landscaping as well as
outdoor living space. Again, adding an
elaborate outdoor kitchen and expensive
decks and patios probably wont pay for
itself except in the most high end develop-
ments and competitive markets, so keep
your updates basically within the stan-
dards of your neighborhood. In other
words, if most of your neighbors dont have
solid gold faucets and marble floors, you
probably wont get anything more than
personal satisfaction out of them either.
4) Put on a new coat of paint. New col-
ors inside and out (particularly neutral col-
ors) can freshen up an older home beauti-
fully and inexpensively. Invest in some
new trim: shutters and pergolas and trellis-
es outside, crown molding and wainscot-
ing and baseboards inside. A bland home
can get a whole new lease on life just by
adding a bright color to the front door, or a
new color scheme for the siding, trim and
so on. Color can be more complicated
than you think, so take advantage of the
fact that many paint manufacturers are
now offering small quantities inexpensive-
ly as samples. Before you paint your whole
house say, black with orange trim, get a lot
of opinions and again, look around the
neighborhood to see what others are
doing.
5) Change out your floors. There is so
much available in flooring these days from
laminate wood floors to custom terra cotta
tiles to genuine stone to linoleum and car-
peting and area rugs and combinations
thereof. If your older home is a sea of
dingy beige carpeting, new floors and new
rugs can add value as well as warmth and
comfort.
Copyright Publishers-Edge
10546 Pleasant Ridge Rd, Elmira
Contact-Dorothy Francis, Lakes of the North Real Estate (231) 585-6200
By Jim Akans
The Lakes of the North community, centrally located
between Gaylord and Mancelona, offers a host of recreational
and entertainment opportunities for creating a relaxed and
rewarding Northern Michigan lifestyle. This exceptional ranch
home is located in the heart of Lakes of the North, providing
easy access to the clubhouse and restaurant, golf course, lakes,
tennis courts, airport, and the many other resort-style ameni-
ties the community offers. Winter sports enthusiasts will
appreciate the cross-country skiing trails and skating rink, and
the close proximity of DNR snowmobile trails.
With over 1,300 square feet of versatile living space, this is a great
home for families, professionals, or those downsizing from a larg-
er home. There are three good sized bedroom and one and three-
quarter baths, a large living room area with a tongue and groove
wood vaulted ceiling and beautiful fireplace accented by a raised
tile hearth and extraordinary custom wood surround, plus an
attached garage which actually includes a handy conveyor belt
floor cover for snowmobiles.
With a vinyl siding exterior and durable metal roof, outdoor
maintenance on this home is virtually non-existent. Thats a very
good thing, because with a peaceful, wooded back yard setting
and the amazing array of amenities the Lakes of the North offers,
there are plenty of exciting ways to enjoy some extra leisure time
living in this community!
This is a fantastic home in an equally fantastic loca-
tion, and is listed at just $82,500. For more information
or to arrange a tour of this home, call Dorothy Francis at
231-585-6200 or email at
Dorothy@lakesofthenorth.com
Exceptional ranch home
in Lakes of the North
REAL ESTATE SALES STATISTICS
Provided to you by and based on information from the Water Wonderland
MLS, Inc. for the period August 7, 2011 through August 14, 2011.
(RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES ONLY)
DAYS DOLLAR VOLUME NUMBER OF NUMBER OF
COUNTY ON MARKET SOLD UNITS SOLD UNITS AVAILABLE
Alcona 794 $29,900 1 54
Alpena 74 $247,800 3 372
Antrim 286 $191,000 2 72
Cheboygan 162 $605,800 6 575
Crawford 333 $358,500 3 216
Mackinac 227 $204,500 2 70
Montmorency 166 $249,000 3 244
Oscoda 167 $239,740 4 141
Otsego 184 $1,060,450 11 469
Presque Isle 137 $363,900 2 350
If you would like additional information
please contact your local REALTOR.
Brought to you by:
By Jim Akans
We offer home energy and leisure prod-
ucts aimed at the way we live here in
Northern Michigan, states Mike Westcott,
manager of Lifestyles of Gaylord, formerly
known as Philips Energy. We carry a full line
of alternative heating equipment by Hearth N
Home, including pellet stoves, wood stoves
and boilers, and wood-burning and gas fire-
places, both free-standing and wall units. On
the leisure side, we have Brunswick pool
tables and a complete inventory of acces-
sories, plus three brands of hot tubs and
spas.
The variety of products on display in the
Lifestyles of Gaylord Showroom is astound-
ing. Just inside the front entry, an inviting
presentation of Brunswick pool tables greets
the shopper, creating an immediate urge to
grab a pool cue and chalk up.
Westcott points out, The University of
Wisconsin performed a test and found that
the Brunswick Gold Label line, which utilizes
a secret rubber materials formula for the
bumpers, is up to forty percent more respon-
sive than any competing brand. Brunswick
tables have always set the standard for play-
ing performance and durability.
While the pool tables certainly bring
visions of enjoying afternoons and evenings
shooting a few games with friends, the amaz-
ing selection of alternative heating equip-
ment on display at Lifestyles of Gaylord pro-
vide inspiration for substantial savings on
home energy bills.
Pellet stoves have been a very popular
item, notes Westcott. We carry the number
one and number two brands; Harman and
Quadra-Fire. Pellet stoves are very easy to
operate; with electronic ignition and thermo-
static control, it is a very simple way to switch
over from traditional natural gas or propane
heating in the home.
And the savings can approach a forty to
fifty percent on home heating bills. Even
those who take advantage of the financing
available at Lifestyles of Gaylord may well
find they are paying less each month for the
equipment and pellets that they would be
paying for their traditional monthly budgeted
heating bill. Its tempting to apply those
monthly savings to a new pool table or hot
tub!
Theres no better way to soothe those aches
and pains after a hard day at work than to
stretch out in a warm, bubbling hot tub spa
right at home. Lifestyles of Gaylord offers
three leading hot tub brands; Jacuzzi, which
is the original spa manufacturer that contin-
ues setting the standards all others aspire to,
as well as Four Winds and SpaTech, lines that
offer that relaxing home hot tub/spa retreat
experience at a more budget oriented price
point.
Lifestyles of Gaylord have an in-house crew
of qualified, certified technicians that install
and service their products throughout north-
ern Lower Michigan.
From a full line of alternative heating
equipment to leisure products that reflect the
Northern Michigan experience, Lifestyles of
Gaylord celebrates the way we live, and the
way we relax!
Lifestyles of Gaylord, located on US 27 South in Gaylord, offers a full line of alternative heating products as well as pool tables and hot tub/spas to make the most of
leisure living in northern Lower Michigan.
The variety of products on display in the Lifestyles of Gaylord Showroom is astounding.
Home energy &
leisure products at
Photo by Jim AkAns
Photo by Jim AkAns
Lifestyles of Gaylord
Page 2-B Choice Publications ... The Best Choice! August 25, 2011
Spending at locally owned busi-
nesses leads to better schools, better
roads and local support of commu-
nity charities and fundraisers.
The Wall Street Journal recently
wrote an article that touted the ben-
efits of shopping locally. They com-
pared the impact of shopping at
businesses that are owned locally
compared to a business that is
owned by an entity from outside of
the area.
Next time are shopping in
Northern Michigan, consider the
impact that each dollar you spend
and how it will return to the com-
munity you live in. Every dollar you
spend works about 50% harder
when it is spent at a locally owned,
independent business. That's
according to an online tool that
gauges the economic impact on
local communities of spending at
independently owned small busi-
nesses versus national chains.
Launched by Independent We
Stand, a Virginia-based advocacy
group for independent business
owners, the tool shows that for every
$10 spent at an independent busi-
ness, about $6 is returned to the
local community in the form of pay-
roll taxes and other local expendi-
tures. By contrast, only $4 is
returned by national chains.
Depending on the size of the city,
this could potentially inject millions
into a local economy.
As such, spending at local small
businesses "leads to better schools,
better roads and more support for
other civic necessities such as police
departments," the group says.
The results are based on a study of
local retail economics in the Chicago
area community of Andersonville
that found local, independently
owned stores contributed more tax
dollars to neighborhood develop-
ment than national chains. The
study, co-sponsored by their local
chamber of commerce, also found
local businesses paid higher wages,
used more local goods and services,
and contributed more to community
charities and fundraisers.
Some Interesting Info...
Spend $100.00 at a locally owned
business and $62 stays in our com-
munity
Spend $100.00 in a National
chain, only $42 stays in your com-
munity
Spend $100.00 on-line and $0
dollars are returned to your commu-
nity
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September 6-27
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featuring the works of students and instructors.
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Buy the first main
dish and get the
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August 25, 2011 Choice Publications ... The Best Choice! Page 3-B
By Jim Akans
Located just one block south
of the heart of downtown
Gaylord, the Alpine Tavern &
Eatery is a prime destination
for area residents and visitors
seeking an absolutely delicious
selection of casual American
fare at very reasonable prices.
Opening their doors in June
of 2007 as the Alpine Oven, and
transforming into the new
Alpine Tavern & Eatery in 2010,
this popular Gaylord destina-
tion has become the spot in
town where friends gather to
enjoy delicious breakfasts,
lunches and dinners in a
relaxed, open, family-friendly
setting that also features an
outdoor patio during warm
weather months.
Alpine Tavern & Eaterys
menu features a tantalizing
assortment of sandwiches,
including the recently added
slow roasted Beef Brisket and
Tennessee Pull Pork selections,
specialty pizzas and home-
made soups, including White
Bean Chicken Chili, Alpine
Swiss Onion, Beef Barley and
Rueben. The Alpine Tavern &
Eatery also offers an expanded
menu that includes freshly pre-
pared salads (they even make
their own dressings and sauces
at Alpine Tavern), tasty appetiz-
ers such as Portabella Cheese
Strips, Panko Breaded
Mozzarella Sticks and main
courses including hand cut
New York Strip steak and Panko
Encrusted Whitefish.
The pub-flavored atmosphere
doesnt just look inviting, there
are a full selection of beers,
wines and spirits available.
One of the more popular beers
among Alpine Tavern cus-
tomers is Munich Dunkel,
which is brewed in nearby
Frankenmuth, Michigan, and
another recent addition to their
draft selections is the full-bod-
ied, locally brewed Cheboygan
Lighthouse ale.
The Alpine Tavern & Eatery
also features daily breakfast
and lunch specials, and live
musical entertainment indoors
or on the patio (weather
depending) on weekends from
7 to 10 pm.
The Alpine Tavern (Oven) was
originally established by part-
ners Gary Kosch and Dan
Bloomquist as a light-fare ori-
ented diner and carry-out alter-
native in downtown Gaylord.
The menu and service hours
were expanded to include
breakfasts just a few months
after the restaurant opened. In
late 2008, familiar faces James
and Colleen Hickey joined the
partnership team.
We enjoy being a part of a
locally-owned and operated
business here in Gaylord,
states Colleen Hickey. This is a
very community-oriented place
to live and work, and the Alpine
Tavern & Eatery, being a family-
owned operation, has become a
part of that character. We are
very excited about the changes
we have been making.
Dont miss the opportunity to
stop by and check out the
friendly service, great atmos-
phere, and reasonable prices
offered at this independently
owned and operated dining
experience; The Alpine Tavern
& Eatery.
The Best Food, Friends
& Times at the Alpine
Tavern & Eatery
Pesto Crusted Salmon- A6-ounce filet of salmon topped
with traditional pesto and crispy panko breadcrumbs and then oven baked
with stewed plum tomato puree. Served with wild rice pilaf and Chef's
fresh vegetable. $16
Coconut Almond Shrimp- Six jumbo shrimp lightly
breaded and flash fried to golden brown served with banana marmalade
cream, your choice of potato, and Chef's fresh vegetable. $16
Beef Tenderloin Medallions - Hot seared beef
tenderloin medallions served over cast iron fired black beans,
bell peppers, onions, and roasted garlic. Served with chipotle
butter and portabella fries $22
Stuffed Gouda Chicken- Chicken breast stuffed with
Gouda cheese, smoked kielbasa, and onions, finished with champagne
mustard cream and served with your choice of potato and Chef's
fresh vegetable. $15
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Roscommon The Kirtland Community Theatre part of
the Kirtland Center for the Performing Arts at Kirtland
Community College - is reaching out to local non-profit serv-
ice and civic groups with an unprecedented fundraising
opportunity.
Churches, veterans, service clubs, and civic groups may
choose to sell low-cost tickets throughout their communities
for two live theatre productions at the performing arts center,
and keep a portion of each ticket sold for their cause.
About 1,200 tickets will be available for fundraisers for each
production, starting with the holiday extravaganza featuring
A Christmas Carol Dec. 10 & 11. Groups can retain at least $5
from every $10 - $12 general admission ticket. If just 20 mem-
bers in a group sold as few as five tickets each, their cause
would receive $500, said KCT Producer Jomarie Gurnow.
Instead of executing an event with the worry of catering,
venue, program planning etc., a group can get an instant
financial boost with minimal effort and virtually no expense.
As part of a plan to synchronize the Kirtland Center with
the needs of the communities it serves, the fundraiser pro-
gram can bring the benefits of performance art to more resi-
dents than we can reach just with the performing artist series
or theatre education, Gurnow said. There are people out
there who want to see their friends acting on stage, and peo-
ple who want to get involved in a production themselves but
who dont know where to start. This is another way the
Kirtland Center can enrich their community lifestyle.
Gurnow said. Its a simple way for a group to raise hun-
dreds or thousands of dollars, and our tickets will reach a
wider audience of people than we can access on our own.
Groups who are interested in selling tickets for A Christmas
Carol in December and a second show early next year should
contact Gurnow at the above extension.
Kirtland Community Theatre Creates Fundraising
Opportunity for Community Groups
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The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), a
professional association of more than 37,000
general dentists dedicated to staying up to
date in the profession through continuing
education to better serve the public, is
pleased to announce that Edward Duski,
DDS, FAGD, and Janis Duski, DDS, FAGD of
Gaylord Michigan, received the associations
2011 Fellowship award during the AGD 2011
Annual Meeting & Exhibits, held July 28 to 31
in San Diego, Calif. The Fellowship award is
presented to dentists who seek to provide the
highest quality of dental care by remaining
current in their profession. To accomplish
this goal, Both Doctors completed 500 hours
of continuing dental education, passed a
comprehensive exam, and fulfilled three
years of continuous membership in the AGD.
As a recipient of the Fellowship award, Drs
Edward and Janis Duski, DDS, FAGD join
more than 7,000 active AGD Fellows who
understand that providing great smiles and
good oral health for their patients are the
result of going above and beyond basic
requirements. We are proud to honor Drs
Edward and Janis Duski, DDS, FAGD for their
commitment to the profession, says AGD
President Howard Gamble, DMD,FAGD.
They have distinguished themselves profes-
sionally among their peers and demonstrate
the characteristics of a role model to both
their fellow dentists and to the members of
the community. Drs Edward and Janis
Duski, DDS, FAGD graduated from The
University of Michigan School of Dentistry in
1989 and did an advanced education in gen-
eral dentistry while in the United States Air
Force. In addition to the AGD, Drs Duski are
alumni of the Dawson Academy for advance
dental study, and are members of the
Michigan Dental Association and the
American Dental Association. Drs Duski
have two children, Brad Duski and Lauren
Duski.
About the Academy of General Dentistry
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) is a
professional association of more than 37,000
general dentists dedicated to staying up to
date in the profession through continuing
education to better serve the public. Founded
in 1952, the AGD has grown to become the
second largest dental association in the
United States, and it is the only association
that exclusively represents the needs and
interests of general dentists. More than
772,000 persons in the United States are
employed directly in the field of dentistry. A
general dentist is the primary care provider
for patients of all ages and is responsible for
the diagnosis, treatment, management and
overall coordination of services related to
patients oral health needs. For more infor-
mation about the AGD, please visit
www.agd.org.
New Step Forward
awareness effort spurs
8,900 homeowners to
apply for aid since April
LANSING The Michigan State Housing
Development Authority announced it has
received nearly 9,000 applications for foreclo-
sure prevention assistance during the past
five months since the launch of a new Step
Forward publicity campaign. The Step
Forward awareness effort has helped con-
tribute to a 16 percent decline in Michigans
foreclosure activity in July from the previous
month and a 42 percent decrease in foreclo-
sure activity from July 2010, MSHDA officials
said.
We are pleased that MSHDAs innovative
programs are allowing distressed homeown-
ers to avoid foreclosure, said Mary Townley,
director of MSHDAs Homeownership
Division. We will continue to urge struggling
Michigan homeowners who are collecting
unemployment, have seen wage cuts or have
had a medical emergency to visit the states
new Web site
www.stepforwardmichigan.org and submit
their applications online.
Michigan received its $498.6 million in fed-
eral funding for the Hardest Hit program in
three allotments last year from the Troubled
Asset Relief Program, administered by the
U.S. Departments of Treasury and Housing
and Urban Development (HUD). MSHDAs
plan is designed to help homeowners who are
at risk of foreclosure and have experienced a
substantial reduction in income due to invol-
untary unemployment, underemployment,
or a medical condition. MSHDA expects to
help nearly 39,000 households in Michigan by
2014.
Three MSHDA programs are available to
eligible applicants:
Mortgage-payment assistance for those
receiving unemployment benefits of up to
$750 a month for up to 12 months, or a total
of $9,000. At the end of 12 months, home-
owners still in arrears are potentially eligible
for an additional $3,000 in assistance from
MSHDA.
Up to $10,000 in funds for homeowners
who have fallen behind on mortgage pay-
ments because of a temporary layoff or med-
ical emergency.
Matching funds for principal reductions for
homeowners who cant afford mortgage pay-
ments because their income was cut. This
would provide up to a $10,000 principal
reduction from the state and one that is
matched by their lender.
On March 1, 2011, MSHDA staff was
reviewing or had approved only 1,114 client
applications for assistance from the states
Hardest Hit Fund. In mid-March, as part of
MSHDAs statewide education effort to pro-
mote the Hardest Hit program, MSHDA part-
nered with locally elected officials, banks,
credit unions and nonprofit housing coun-
selors to train staff, provide information and
encourage their clients to visit MSHDAs new
Step Forward Michigan Web site for an updat-
ed list of mortgage servicers that are partici-
pating in the program.
In addition, MSHDA unveiled a series of
public service announcements (PSAs) in
newspapers and on radio and television sta-
tions across Michigan in March. The PSAs
have continued to air throughout the sum-
mer and instruct at-risk homeowners to con-
tact MSHDA to determine if they are eligible
for the program.
Since the kick-off of the Step Forward
campaign, MSHDA staff has received 8,968
Hardest Hit applications, for a combined
total of 10,082 applications. The average
amount of assistance per program is $2,682
for an unemployment subsidy, $4,900 for a
rescue program subsidy and $10,000 for a
principal curtailment, MSHDA records show.
As Michigan rebuilds for a new future, one
of the biggest challenges we face is keeping
families in their homes while the job market
recovers, Townley said. The partnership
MSHDA has forged among the state, credit
unions and banks provides a free crucial
resource that helps bridge the financial gap
for unemployed and underemployed borrow-
ers.
Newly Formed Non-Profit
Helps Families of First
Responders
The Cheboygan County 100 Club proudly
announces its creation. The Cheboygan
County 100 Club is a non-profit organization
established to provide financial assistance to
families of Cheboygan County firefighters,
law enforcement officers, first responders or
ambulance personnel injured, disabled or
killed serving Cheboygan County.
The first 100 Club was established in Wayne
County in the early 1950s. The 100 Club is a
national organization that has established
itself in 42 states and more the 40 countries
around the globe - including 7 in the state of
Michigan. The Cheboygan County 100 Club is
the first rural branch established in Michigan.
The founder of the Cheboygan County 100
Club, Richard Kolb, identified Cheboygan
Countys need for this organization due to the
fact that many of Cheboygan Countys fire-
fighters, ambulance personnel, law enforce-
ment officers and first responders make mea-
ger wages and/or volunteer their time, serv-
ice and efforts to ensure the safety and well-
being of all Cheboygan County residents.
Kolb stated, If we have a vol-
unteer firefighter seriously
injured in the line of duty, he
may be away from his day job
for a period of time; there-
fore, he loses his income and
ability to provide for his fam-
ily. Ultimately, his family suf-
fers greatly for his honorable
volunteer service. Our goal as
an organization is to provide
financial assistance to that
individual and his family in
the event a situation like this occurs.
The Cheboygan County 100 Club is asking
community members to make a generous
donation. The organization offers different
membership levels and also accepts one time
donations. Any donation is welcomed and
greatly appreciated.
MEMBERSHIP LEVELS:
- Bronze Membership - $50.00
- Silver Membership - $200.00
- Gold Membership - $500.00
- Raymond Hoff Memorial
Membership - $1,000.00
Anyone interested in making a donation or
inquiring about a membership please contact
Richard Kolb at (231) 818-0585 or mail to:
Cheboygan County 100 Club
PO Box 3, Indian River, MI 49749.
CHEBOYGAN COUNTY 100 CLUB BOARD
OF DIRECTORS:
- President: Daryl P. Vizina
- Vice President: Ralph Ochs
- Treasurer: Bobbi Balazovic
- Secretary: Jack Keck
- Timothy MacArthur
- Leonard Page
- Richard Kolb
Gaylord Michigan Dentists Receive 2011 Fellowship
Award from The Academy of General Dentistry
Enrollment Surge in Michigans Hardest Hit Fund Helps
Reduce Foreclosures
From left to right: Cody Chichester, Brandon Erxleben, Jake Fairris,
Eric Nowak and Joshua Duty
Eric (22 years old) and Joshua (23 years old) are Gaylord natives.
The rest of this crew are from all over Michigan. The Rodeo had 23
bull riders from surrounding states and Canada, but most are
indigenous to Michigan.
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that's the story of my life. you win some, you
lose some, but you have to get dressed for all of
them. I am the poster boy for "If at first you
don't succeed try try again."
Rick Mach, Wolverine
In 1997 we took over Harbor Hardwoods and
we have not had to borrow a dime to run it
since then. God is faithful and we are notbig
risk takers.
Marie Ward, Harbor Springs
you never know what you will accomplish
unless you try. Sometimes in losing you don't
really lose when you try because you can learn
something.
Sheryl Thayer, Levering
I agree with the statement. our military do that
every day. our politicians don't take the risk
but they send our finest to do it.
Jim Alton, Harbor Springs
Thoughts on...It is better to have taken some risks and lost
than to have done nothing and succeeded at it.
Daily Word
THURSDAY: Judges 9:16-19 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 16 Now therefore, if you have dealt in truth and
integrity in making Abimelech king, and if you have dealt well with Jerubbaal and his house, and have dealt
with him as he deserved 17 for my father fought for you and risked his life and delivered you from the hand
of Midian; 18 but you have risen against my fathers house today and have killed his sons, seventy men, on one
stone, and have made Abimelech, the son of his maidservant, king over the men of Shechem, because he is your
relative 19 if then you have dealt in truth and integrity with Jerubbaal and his house this day, rejoice in
Abimelech, and let him also rejoice in you.
FRIDAY: 1 Chronicles 11:17-19 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 17 David had a craving and said, Oh that someone
would give me water to drink from the well of Bethlehem, which is by the gate! 18 So the three broke through
the camp of the Philistines and drew water from the well of Bethlehem which was by the gate, and took it and
brought it to David; nevertheless David would not drink it, but poured it out to the LORD; 19 and he said, Be
it far from me before my God that I should do this. Shall I drink the blood of these men who went at the risk of
their lives? For at the risk of their lives they brought it. Therefore he would not drink it. These things the
three mighty men did.
SATURDAY: Acts 15:25-27 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 25 it seemed good to us, having become of one mind,
to select men to send to you with our beloved Barnabas and Paul, 26 men who have risked their lives for the
name of our Lord Jesus Christ. 27 Therefore we have sent Judas and Silas, who themselves will also report the
same things by word of mouth.
SUNDAY: Romans 16:3-4 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 3 Greet Prisca and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ
Jesus, 4 who for my life risked their own necks, to whom not only do I give thanks, but also all the churches of
the Gentiles;
MONDAY: Philippians 2:29-30 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 29 Receive him then in the Lord with all joy, and
hold men like him in high regard; 30 because he came close to death for the work of Christ, risking his life to
complete what was deficient in your service to me.
TUESDAY: Acts 9:1-2 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 1 Now Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the
disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest, 2 and asked for letters from him to the synagogues at Damascus,
so that if he found any belonging to the Way, both men and women, he might bring them bound to Jerusalem.
WEDNESDAY: Acts 4:29 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 29 And now, Lord, take note of their threats, and
grant that Your bond-servants may speak Your word with all confidence,
Robert F. Kennedy once said, "Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever
achieve greatly." Today, more than ever, America needs people who are will-
ing to fail in order to succeed. The courage to fail is what has made our
nation strong. For example: the Wright brothers risked their lives to prove
man could fly. Because of their many failures and finally their success, we
humans are able to travel to the other side of the globe in less than a day.
Did you know that there were many in the Bible that had to fail before they
could succeed? One of them was Jesus follower, Peter. This guy failed over
and over, but he never gave up. In Matt. 14, Peter saw Jesus walking on the
water. He decided hed give it a try. As he stepped out of the boat and
walked toward Jesus, Peters faith left him and he began to sink Jesus then
rescued him. Some say Peter failed, but did he? Peter was the only one will-
ing to get out of the boat while the other disciples cowered. A couple chap-
ters later, Jesus told Peter, Now I say to you that you are Peter (which
means 'rock'), and upon this rock I will build my church, and all the powers
of hell will not conquer it (NLT). Jesus chose Peter to build His church
upon. Was it because Peter was perfect and never failed? No! To the con-
trary, Peter was willing to take chances even if it meant hed look stupid and
today we have the Gospel message in large part because Peter was willing to
fail.
What does God want to accomplish through you? Are you willing to fail a
few times in order to achieve God-sized goals? You may get some bruises
along the way; however, the risks you take today will eventually lead to your
successes tomorrow. I have said this many times, You are only a failure if
you stop getting back up. So get up, get going and achieve big for God and
country.
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GENUINE William Moore 12 gauge,
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old wood & green. Call for details.
989-732-5878
MIKE BROWN & SONS, Summer
deals on firewood. Energy drafts
accepted. 231-420-1254
FREE ITEMS
HAVE SOMETHING TO GIVE AWAY?
Free items classified ads run free
of charge in the Weekly Choice. Call
989-732-8160 or e-mail your ad to
Dave1@WeeklyChoice.com.
FURNITURE
PAIR BEDSIDE Mini-chests, Oak fin-
ish, $18. 989-348-2354
GARAGE & YARD SALE
3 family sale Saturday & Sunday,
8/27/ -8/28, 9aam-5pm, 4385
Oley Lake Road, 6 miles east of
Gaylord, watch for signs. 2 cycle
snow blower, 2 air compressors,
fishing gear, tool (old & new),
Amana washer, Holiday & kitchen
items, 1978 Honda Hawk motorcy-
cle, sewing stuff, yarn & crafts,
books, toys, chairs, desks, clothes
(boys size 3&4) girls (7,8,10, & 12),
womens & mens. Lots of miscella-
neous. No early sales.
AUGUST 26 & 27, 9am-6pm. 1996
Fischer Road, Gaylord. Corner of
Murner Rd. & Fischer. Quilt items
and frame, embroidery machine,
books on tape, sheet music, callig-
raphy items, tires, bedding and
much more. All items are clean and
nice.
Grayling Promotional Association's
Junque in the Trunk community
garage sale. Saturday, September
3rd, 10AM to 3PM, at the Grayling
MiniiMall. Space reservations $15.
For information, call 989-348-
9419.
GREAT ROOMS! Quality Pre-Owned
Furniture. New mattresses: Twin
$89, Full $109, Queen $139. 148
W. Main St. Downtown Gaylord, cor-
ner of Main and N. Court St.
www.greatroomsgaylord.com. Call
989-748-4849
MOVED SALE. We have already
moved and we need to get rid of
some of this stuffNow. Tons of
stuff that will fit in your home better
than it fits in mine. Friday, Aug. 26
Sat., Aug. 27 10am 6pm.
Sunday, Aug. 28 11am 2pm.
Whatever is left will be sold
Thursday Saturday Sept. 1 3
10am 6pm. 7521 Kitchen Road
(off Tobias Rd), Elmira
The Cheboygan County Humane
Society is holding Northern
Michigans Largest Garage Sale
August 26-28 at the Cheboygan
County Fair Grounds. Friday and
Saturday times are 9am to 5pm.
Sunday times are 10am to 1pm. A
Special Auction will be held on
Sunday at 2pm. Donated items will
be accepted on Wednesday, August
24 from 10am 2pm. Your dona-
tions and purchases help the ani-
mals of Cheboygan and Presque
Isle counties.
GARAGE & YARD SALE
HAVE SOMETHING TO SELL? Sell it
with a classified ad, just $2.00 for
10 words. Why bother with a
Garage Sale? Sell it the easy way, in
the Weekly Choice.
HUGE GARAGE Sale: Everything
must go. 3764 East M-32, Gaylord.
Labor Day Weekend
GUNS
STEINER MUSEUM GUN SHOW,
Sept. 3rd, 10am-4pm. 2 miles
North of Fairview on M-33. Guns,
parts, ammo, etc. Buy, Sell & Trade.
Free admission. Phone 989-848-
5320
HAY & STRAW
For Sale: Hay, Round bales. Mixed
grass, dry and balage. 989-939-
8823
HELP WANTED
Home Companion Home Health
care Aide positions available. 1-
866-808-2797
KITCHEN ASSISTANT: The Crawford
County Commission on Aging is
accepting applications for a part-
time Kitchen Assistant who pre-
pares and serves meals at the
Senior Center and a Kitchen
Assistant who provides coverage
for full time cooks. Flexible sched-
ule required. Application packets
must be picked up at 308
Lawndale, Grayling and returned by
5:00pm 9/9/11.
HOMES FOR SALE
2-3 BEDROOM, 1 bath home, full
basement, attached garage. Close
to city of Gaylord, completely reno-
vated. $62,500. 989-732-0402
NORTHLAND HOMES We sell
Energy Star homes. Give us a call
for an appointment. 989-370-6058
WATER FRONT PROPERTY. Chalet
style home with 3 bedrooms, 2
baths, 1 car garage. 6.75 acres
frontage on Five Lakes. Seasonal
log cabin also on site. Gaylord
schools, privacy and tranquility only
three miles from Gaylord.
$139,000. Additional 4.37 acres
with heated workshop available.
Call 989-370-0488
HOUSEHOLD
GERTA'S DRAPERIES: Everything in
Window Treatments Free estimates
and in home appointments.
Established 1958. Call 989-732-
3340 or visit our showroom at
2281 South Otsego Ave., Gaylord.
LAND & PROPERTY
LOTS FOR SALE in Waters & Guthrie
Lakes. Reasonable. 989-732-
7676, 989-732-7933
MANUFACTURED HOMES
For Rent or Sale on Contract. 3
Bedroom Manufactured home.
$500 down, $500 month. Gaylord
area MSHDA approved 866-570-
1991.
NEW & REPOS: Double-Wides, 16's,
14's. Take anything on trade.
Financing available. Michigan East
Side Sales. www.michiganeast-
sidesales.net. 989-354-6867 or
866-570-1991.
REDUCED DRASTICALLY, MUST
SELL. Only mobile home in park
with a 2 car garage. Too many
beautiful features to mention.
Nottingham Forest, Gaylord. 989-
731-2664, cell 989-350-8340
MEDICAL & HEALTH
TRAMADOL 180 Tablets $109 with
free overnight delivery from U.S.
pharmacy! No hidden fees! C.O.D.,
E-check, Mastercard. 866-562-
8049 www.4Tramadol.com
MISCELLANEOUS
16' FLATBED TRAILER. 2-inch ball.
Single axle. $600 or best offer. Call
989-785-3058.
LOWEST COST IN MICHIGAN! CLAS-
SIFIED ADS ARE JUST $2 for a 10-
word ad in the Weekly Choice. The
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and the lowest cost for advertising.
Place ads on-line at
www.WeeklyChoice.com or call
989-732-8160. Distributed weekly
from St. Ignace to Roscommon.
Northern Michigan's best choice for
buying and selling.
PAPERBACKS! Avid reader has
McComber & Milller, Hannah,
Silhouettes, more. $0.75. 989-
348-2354
MOTORCYCLES & ATV
WANTED JAPANESE Motorcycles,
Kawasaki: Z1-900, KZ900,
KZ1000, Z1R, Kawasaki Triples,
GT380, GS400, CB750, (1969-75)
Cash paid, nationwide pickup, 800-
772-1142, 310-721-0726.
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$695. Call the Weekly Choice, 989-
732-8160 or e-mail
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NATIONAL CLASSIFIEDS
Reader Advisory: the National
Trade Association we belong to has
purchased some classifieds in our
paper. Determining the value of
their service or product is advised
by this publication. In order to avoid
misunderstandings, some advertis-
ers do not offer employment but
rather supply the readers with man-
uals, directories and other materi-
als designed to help their clients
establish mail order selling and
other businesses at home. Under
NO circumstance should you send
any money in advance or give the
client your checking, license ID, or
credit card numbers. Also beware
of ads that claim to guarantee
loans regardless of credit and note
that if a credit repair company does
business only over the phone its
illegal to request any money before
delivering its service. All funds are
based in US dollars. 800 numbers
may or may not reach Canada.
ACCREDITED HIGH School diploma
at home in a few short weeks. First
Coast Academy. Free brochure. Call
800-658-1180, x110.
www.fcahighschool.org
AIRLINE MECHANIC Rapid training
for high paying aviation mainte-
nance career. FAA predicts severe
shortage. Financial aid if qualified.
Job placement. AIM 877-384-5827
www.AviationMaintenance.edu
ASSEMBLE MAGNETS & Crafts
from home! Year-round work!
Excellent pay! No experience! Top
U.S. Company! 860-482-3955.
ATTEND COLLEGE Online From
Home. Medical, Business,
Paralegal, Accounting, Criminal
Justice. Job Placement Assistance.
Computer Provided. Financial Aid if
Qualified. Centura 800-495-5085
http://www.CenturaOnline.com
DIVORCE $99 covers children, cus-
tody, property & debts.
Uncontested. Satisfaction guaran-
teed! Unlimited customer support.
Call 24 hrs. Free information! 800-
250-8142.
DIVORCE $99 covers children, cus-
tody, property & debts.
Uncontested. Satisfaction guaran-
teed! Unlimited customer support.
Call 24 hrs. Free Information! 877-
861-8585.
DRIVERS: CDLTRAININGNOW.COM
is now accepting applications for
driver trainees! 16 day company
sponsored CDL training now avail-
able! No experience or credit
required. 800-991-7531 #3130
www.CDLTrainingnow.com
HANDS ON CAREER. Rapid training
for Aviation Maintenance career.
Financial aid if qualified. Job place-
ment assistance. Housing avail-
able. AIM 866-430-5985.
www.AviationMaintenance.edu
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA. Graduate
In Just 4 Weeks! Free brochure!
Call Now! 800-532-6546 Ext. 440
www.continentalacademy.com
LEARN FAST, Earn fast online.
Increase earning potential, attend
college 100% online. Job place-
ment assistance. Computer provid-
ed. Financial aid if qualified. Call
8 0 0 - 4 6 3 - 0 6 8 5
www.CenturaOnline.com
MAKE MONEY! Assemble dollhouse
items at home for great pay. Call
877-489-2900 or visit
tinydetails.com to get started.
NOW HIRING! TRAVEL TODAY!
Seeking sharp guys and gals, rock-
n-roll atmosphere, blue jean envi-
ronment. $500 Sign-on bonus!
Wayne 888-438-8279
PAID IN ADVANCE! Make $1000
Weekly mailing brochures from
home! Guaranteed income! No
experience required. Start
Immediately! nationwide-work.com
(Void SD)
THE OCEAN Corp. 10840 Rockley
Road, Houston, Texas 77099. Train
for a new career. Underwater
welder. Commercial diver.
NDT/Weld Inspector. Job place-
ment assistance and financial aid
available for those who qualify.
800-321-0298.
NOTES OF ENCOURAGEMENT
Positive Notes of Encouragement
are free in the Weekly Choice.
Birthday, Anniversary, Wedding,
Congratulations or just a Positive
Note all are free. E-Mail your Note
of Encouragement to
Office@WeeklyChoice.com
PETS
DOG TRAX GROOMING. Downtown
Gaylord, 220 Michigan Ave. Call for
your appointment today, 989-705-
TRAX (8729)
PETS
FREE FLEA DIP Aug. 27 11am
3pm at Judies Dog, 618 West
Mitchell St (corner of Wisconsin &
Mitchell St.), Gaylord. Includes free
nail trims, free ear cleaning, hair off
the pads. Bring your own towel.
Walk in, no appt. necessary.
FREE KITTENS! 7 weeks old, litter
box trained. Gaylord area. 989-
732-9119
REAL ESTATE
2 BED 1 bath home! $1000 down
and $522 a month! 700 Aurelius
Rd., 48911. Owner Financing! Call
269-533-2582.
2 BED 1 bath home! $250 down
and $173 a month! 8851 Aurora
St., 48204. Owner Financing! Call
313-528-1995.
OPPORTUNITY IN Jefferson County.
30 Homes Available. REO's Sold at
deep discounts. Owner Financing!
Call 866-387-6935.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
2002 ROCKWOOD ROO Travel
Trailer for sale. Has a power slide
out and expands on both ends. Also
has furnace, air conditioner, water
heater, oven, kitchen sink,
microwave, bathroom w/ shower,
large refrigerator, heated mattress-
es, electric brakes, sway bar, stabi-
lizers. $8,000. 989-370-5165
2010 Springdale 31 foot fifth
wheel. New condition with Reese
hitch. $16,900. Call 989-619-1494
38 FOOT SALEM TRAVEL TRAILER,
2 slides, excellent condition,
$8,900. 989-370-6058
ROOMS FOR RENT
ROOM AVAILABLE in Recovery
House, Gaylord. Clean & sober liv-
ing, $90 a week. 989-619-9479
SERVICES
DJ/KARAOKE SERVICE available for
weddings, clubs or parties.
References and information at
www.larryentertainment.com. 989-
732-3933
EFFICIENT HEATING AND COOLING.
Furnaces, Air Conditioning, Sales
and Service. Quality Workmanship
989-350-1857
FRED'S TV & APPLIANCE SERVICE.
32 years experience. In home serv-
ice. 989-732-1403
Home Health care service provided
in your area. Companions, live-ins
and Aides. Hourly to 24 hour care.
Rates as low as $8.00/ hour. 1-
866-808-2797
Low Cost, Short Run Printing. 100
full color 8.5x11, one side, $25.
11x17 full color poster, one side,
Poster stock, $1 each. Competitive
priced graphic design also avail-
able. Contact the Weekly Choice,
989-732-8160.
One Man's Junk is another Man's
Treasure. Will haul your junk.
Sometimes will pay, sometimes
we'll charge. Call Trinity House 989-
858-3109
STORAGE
APS Mini-Warehouse of Gaylord
has 5x10 units available for just
$30 a month. No long term con-
tract necessary. In town, safe stor-
age. Larger units also available.
Call 989-732-8160.
BUCK PATH Mini Warehouses start-
ing at $15 month. 989-732-2721
or 989-370-6058
STORAGE
Heated or Cold storage available
for Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall,
989-732-0724
TRUCKS
1994 FORD RANGER, 4WD extend-
ed cab. 200,000 miles, motor, tran-
ny and rear end good, some rust,
front end worn out. $600. 989-
705-7817
2000 DODGE 1500 Sport Quad
cab, 4x4, tonneau cover, 360, V-8,
Sharp truck, must see. $7,200
obo. 989-848-2238
2005 Chevrolet Duramax Diesel
Pickup 2500 HD, 4 door crew cab,
4 wheel drive short box with
installed rails for 5th wheel, very
clean & sharp looking, blue, mold-
ed running boards, diamond steel
tool box mounted in back-2 top
doors, gray interior, full power
seats, heated front seats, fully
loaded, onstar, tilt wheel, fold down
back seat, 138,000 miles. All high-
way miles. For additional info call
989 370-1091. Ask for Frank.
$24,950.
2005 FORD LARIAT F-250, 4X4
Supercab, V-8, 8 foot bed with cap,
117,000 miles, $14,000. 231-525-
8847
WANTED
WANTED TO BUY: a 50, 60 or 70 HP
Outboard Boat Motor with trim &
controls. Please call Jerry or Faye at
231-420-3033 or 231-238-7840
Wanted: BUYING STANDING TIM-
BER. Top prices paid, free esti-
mates. 989-335-0755
Wanted: OUTBOARD MOTORS, any
size, running or not. Call 231-546-
6000
SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY
(Statewide Representation)
CRIMINAL MATTERS BANKRUPTCY
Free Consult on Above
JOHN P. S. MILLER ATTORNEY AT LAW
405 Lake, Roscommon, MI
989-275-4131 1-800-713-0077
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Save A Bunch!
2007
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Town and
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We have already moved and we need to get rid
of some of this stuffNow
Tons of stuff that will fit in your home better than it fits in mine.
Friday, Aug. 26 Sat., Aug. 27 10am 6pm
Sunday, Aug. 28 11am 2pm
Whatever is left will be sold Thursday Saturday Sept. 1 3 10am 6pm
7521 Kitchen Road (off Tobias Rd), Elmira
HUGE ESTATE SALE
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3, 2011
METTLER'S WAREHOUSE:
4085 M75, WALLOON LAKE VILLAGE
9am to 10am walk through 10am Auction begins 1pm end
AUCTIONEERS: Mick Smith and Tom Maxwell
ITEMS FOR SALE:
by owner of Fabulous Horton Bay Cottage
Quatrine living room set. 8
ft sofa and 2 side chairs
with summer and winter
washable slip covers.
Large white decorative
cocktail table and match-
ing side table
Dining Room set:
4 Mckenzie Childs fish
chairs with table and
bench for 8.
Custom upholstery chairs,
bench cushion and 8
matching pillows
Art and Craft chandelier
4 kitchen bar stools
2 kitchen bar stools
4 twin beds with Ralph
Lauren bedding sets, mat-
tress, box springs and
frames
3 pine big armoires
White wicker headboard,
wing chair, ottoman and
end table
King size Sundance stars
and moons bed
Various side tables
Queen size bed
Honda self propelled snow
blower
5hp leaf blower
Antique Safe (huge)
Rolling tool box w tools
new leather recliner
Quiet Moose upholsted
chair and ottoman
6 piece teak deck furniture
set
Various paintings
and pictures
and much much more!
Page 8-B Choice Publications ... The Best Choice! August 25, 2011
Health & Wellness
Gaylord Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH) and the OMH
Medical Group would like to welcome Dirk Bowman, MD, to
OMH General Surgery, joining John Moffat, MD, FACS, FRCS,
and Troy Sargent, MD, FACS. Dr. Bowman is accepting new
patients.
Dr. Bowman received his Bachelor of Science degree in
Natural Science in 2002 from the University of Akron in Akron,
OH. He was named to the Deans List multiple times during
his academic career at the University of Akron, and was also a
recipient of the Ohio Board of Regents Scholarship and the
Margery Hubbs Scholarship for his decision to pursue medi-
cine. Following completion of his undergraduate education,
Dr. Bowman attended the Northeastern Ohio Universities
College of Medicine (NOUCM) at Rootstown, OH, where he
received his Doctorate of Medicine in 2006.
Medicine was the most practical application to my interest
in natural science and biology, said Dr. Bowman. It wasnt
until my third year of rotations that I discovered my interest in
general surgery, but I really like the hands on aspect of this
specialty and made my decision based on that.
In 2011, Dr. Bowman completed his five year Categorical
General Surgery residency program at the Akron City
Hospital, SUMMA Health Systems, in Akron, where he gained
extensive general surgery experience, including advanced
laparoscopic experience and his Fundamentals of
Laparoscopic Surgery (FLS) certification. During his time at
Akron City Hospital, he was exposed to and gained experience
in significant trauma, as well as vascular, cardiothoracic, col-
orectal, endocrine, and endoscopic cases, procedures and
treatments.
The quality of the organization as a whole is what attract-
ed me, said Dr. Bowman in regards to his choice of Otsego
Memorial Hospital and the OMH Medical Group. And the
region; this area really fits my personality and personal inter-
ests. Dr. Bowman enjoys backpacking, hiking, kayaking and
other outdoor activities, all of which can present challenges of
their own, and parallels his thoughts regarding practicing
medicine.
He has special interest in minimally invasive, endoscopy,
and colonoscopy procedures. Im dedicated to my patients,
and I want them to feel that they can have a very open and
honest relationship with me regarding their health situation
and subsequent treatment and follow up, commented Dr.
Bowman. I enjoy the challenging cases that present them-
selves.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Bowman, Moffat, or
Sargent, please call (989) 731-7987.
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If not, then you need to call:
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OMH Medical Group Welcomes New
Physician to General Surgery Department
The Northern Health Plan is offering assistance to unem-
ployed people who wish to continue their employer-spon-
sored health coverage under COBRA and need help paying
monthly premiums.
Under the new COBRA Support Program, Northern Health
Plan reimburses one-third the cost of paid monthly COBRA
premiums. The premium reimbursement continues as long as
individuals are eligible for COBRA, or Northern Health Plan
funds run out, whichever comes first.
Anyone who has an annual household income up to 200%
of the Federal Poverty Level (about $44,000 for a family of
four) is eligible as long as they signed up for COBRA insurance
through their former employer and pay monthly COBRA pre-
miums to their former employer. Proof of payment will trigger
the reimbursement directly to the individual.
To apply for the COBRA Support Program, contact Valeri
Ramage at the Health Department of Northwest Michigan at
231-547-7665 or v.ramage@nwhealth.org. She can also pro-
vide information on other health insurance for which the fam-
ily is eligible such as MiChild and Healthy Kids.
Northern Health Plan is a not-for-profit corporation that
provides coverage programs for low income uninsured people
in Emmet, Charlevoix, Antrim, Otsego, Cheboygan, Alpena,
Presque Isle and Montmorency Counties. It is currently help-
ing over 5,300 low-income uninsured people in the service
area gain access to basic health care and preventive services.
For additional information, contact Ramage at 231-547-7665.
Grayling The Mercy
Hospital Grayling Auxiliary
has pledged to donate
$100,000 to the hospital for
improvements to the inpa-
tient areas and rooms. The
project includes renova-
tion and new patient care
equipment. Medical
equipment will be upgrad-
ed via new, state-of-the-art
patient care headwalls in
the inpatient rooms.
Computer work stations
will also be added to
patient rooms, which will
allow fuller use of the elec-
tronic medical record at
the patients bedside.
The $250,000 project,
which is already underway,
will enhance the care expe-
rience for inpatients and will increase efficiency for staff. The
inpatient units will provide care in an environment that is
more soothing, modern and consistent with the rest of the
hospitals new and renovated areas.
The hospital Auxiliary is made up of a body of volunteers
who work to support the daily needs of patients and staff and
to support the fiscal needs of our hospital. We accept this
challenge knowing that through our fund raising efforts and
the support from our community, we will meet our three-
year goal of raising $100,000, said Mark Cook, Treasurer,
Mercy Hospital Grayling Auxiliary.
We know this project is needed and is vital to the hospital.
We are excited to be able to contribute to the continuing
improvements at Mercy Hospital Grayling, stated Ruth
Doss, Mercy Hospital Grayling Auxiliary Board Member.
Stephanie Riemer-Matuzak, CEO, commends the Auxiliary
for this generous pledge as well as their long-term commit-
ment to Mercy Hospital Grayling. Mercy has been serving
our communities for over 100 years now, and our Auxiliary
has been with us every step of the way. They literally support
all that we do, and their efforts and generosity truly make a
difference throughout our healthcare system and the com-
munities we serve together. We are very grateful for their
continued partnership here at Mercy Hospital Grayling.
By Josh Riverside
At a research study held in a university in Norfolk, Virginia,
it was found that 84 percent of men suffering from hair loss
were preoccupied with the loss. They described feelings of
helplessness, vulnerability, and jealousy of men with full,
healthy heads of hair. Men who had begun losing their hair
in their early twenties were more likely to have problems
with low self-esteem.
Male hair loss occurs because of a hormone imbalance.
The medical term for male-pattern baldness is Androgenetic
Alopecia. This term will help you understand the factors
involved in excessive male hair loss. Androgen refers to any
of the many hormones that control the appearance and
development of masculine traits. An example is testosterone.
Genetic refers to heredity, the inheritance of genes from
either the mother or father. Alopecia simply means hair loss.
So we could say that male hair loss occurs because of male
hormones affected by genetic inheritance.
DHT (testosterone and 5-alpha-reductase) is a naturally
occurring hormone that helps in sexual development.
Genetic switches in certain men after puberty cause changes
in hair follicles; specifically androgen receptor sites on the
follicles that regulate healthy hair growth. As DHT levels
increase as men age, binding at the follicle receptor sites
increases. This causes an imbalance in the biological
processes of the hair follicles that are more sensitive. Slowly,
the follicles begin to degrade as DHT builds up on the site
causing hair to grow back thinner and shorter, eventually
making it so thin and short that it can't be seen.
Men lose their hair in different ways based on their genet-
ic predisposition. Male hair loss usually involves receding at
the temples, loss on the top of the head, and thinning over
large areas. These patterns are identified on something
called the "Norwood scale," which classifies different types
of hair loss.
Northern Health
Announces New
COBRA Support
Program
Mercy Hospital Grayling
Auxiliary Makes $100,000 Pledge
Pledge Will Be Used For Improvements to
Inpatient
Units
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS
OPTOMETRISTS
Dr. Kari Visser-Robel &
Dr. Julie Timperley
713 South Wisconsin Ave.
Gaylord, MI 49735
Phone 989.705.1255
Fax 989.705.1476
www.drvisser-robel.com
For all your Eye Care and Eyewear needs
A Look at Male Hair Loss
Classes Available!
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The Michigan Department of Community
Health (MDCH), in partnership with the
Michigan Health and Hospital Association
and MPRO, will conduct eight regional meet-
ings across the state to assess the priority
health needs of Michigan citizens. Members
of the public are invited and encouraged to
participate.
The Health Department of Northwest
Michigan is hosting the meeting for the tip of
mitt region on August 30, 10 AM to 3 PM at
the Otsego Club in Gaylord. There is no
charge for the meeting,
which includes morning
refreshments and lunch.
However, RSVP is required.
To RSVP, email Nancy
Eldredge at
n.eldredge@nwhealth.org by
Friday, August 26, 2011.
MDCH received a $400,000
National Public Health
Improvement Initiative grant
from the U.S. Centers for
Disease Control (CDC) &
Prevention to, among other
things, assess state health
needs and develop a
statewide health improve-
ment plan. This is the first
phase of the initiative.
A thorough assessment of
our states priority health
needs will lay the foundation
for the work that we do in the
weeks, months and years to
come, said Olga Dazzo, director of the
MDCH. I encourage Michigan residents to
take part in this assessment process as we
work to create a healthier Michigan.
The Health Department is mandated by the
Michigan Public Health Code to promote
wellness, prevent disease, provide quality
healthcare, address health problems of vul-
nerable populations, and protect the envi-
ronment for the residents and visitors of
Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet, and Otsego
counties.
MDCH Seeks Community
Input for Identifying
Priority Health Needs
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Across
1- Collective word for intellectual
pursuits
5- Part of Q.E.D.
9- Boat often made of birchbark,
canvas, or fiberglass
14- Actress Garr
15- Bristle
16- Mountain nymph
17- Marine
19- Jewelled crown worn by
women
20- Dusk, to Donne
21- Internet writing system that
popularized "pwn3d" and "n00b"
22- Quizzes, trials
23- Beginning to exist
25- Metal filament
26- Three in one
27- So-called
30- Cordage fiber
31- Actress Anouk
32- A mouse!
34- Colorado resort
35- Cleric
36- Switch ending
37- "Hold On Tight" band
38- Femme fatale
39- Rice-___
40- Meddling person
42- Kind of reaction
43- Ran away
44- Costumed procession
48- Sorrow
50- Corker
51- Anaconda
52- Turkish palace
53- Wild with excitement
55- Trousers
56- Capital of Norway
57- Bits of thread
58- Navy, e.g.
59- Break
60- Additional
Down
1- Mindful
2- Practice sessions
3- Change from one state to
another
4- Part of RSVP
5- Ancient Palestinian
6- Adjust to zero
7- Arguing
8- Tic ___ Dough
9- Clique
10- Up
11- Tidy
12- Crew needs
13- Writer LeShan
18- Coeur d'___
22- Stopwatch-holder
24- Select
25- Every other person,
approximately
27- More pleasant
28- Dynamic beginning
29- Boxer Spinks
31- Broadcast
33- Colorful carp
35- Venomous snake
36- Art Deco designer
38- One playing alone
39- Prophet
41- Recently
42- Small galley
44- Tugs
45- Bubbling
46- People and places, e.g.
47- Flavor
48- Distribute cards
49- Writer Sarah ___ Jewett
50- ___ majeste
52- Lotion letters
53- Golden, in France
54- Land in la mer
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BestCrosswords.com - Puzzle #1 for August 21, 2011

Across
1- Collective word for
intellectual pursuits; 5-
Part of Q.E.D.; 9- Boat
often made of birchbark,
canvas, or fiberglass; 14-
Actress Garr; 15- Bristle;
16- Mountain nymph; 17-
Marine; 19- Jewelled
crown worn by women; 20
- Dusk, to Donne; 21-
Internet writing system
that popularized "pwn3d"
and "n00b"; 22- Quizzes,
trials; 23- Beginning to
exist; 25- Metal filament;
26- Three in one; 27- So-
called; 30- Cordage fiber;
31- Actress Anouk; 32- A
mouse!; 34- Colorado
resort; 35- Cleric; 36-
Switch ending; 37- "Hold
On Tight" band; 38-
Femme fatale; 39- Rice-
___; 40- Meddling person;
42- Kind of reaction; 43-
Ran away; 44- Costumed
procession; 48- Sorrow;
50- Corker; 51- Anaconda; 52- Turkish palace; 53- Wild with excitement; 55- Trousers; 56-
Capital of Norway; 57- Bits of thread; 58- Navy, e.g.; 59- Break; 60- Additional;

Down
1- Mindful; 2- Practice sessions; 3- Change from one state to another; 4- Part of RSVP; 5-
Ancient Palestinian; 6- Adjust to zero; 7- Arguing; 8- Tic ___ Dough; 9- Clique; 10- Up; 11-
Tidy; 12- Crew needs; 13- Writer LeShan; 18- Coeur d'___; 22- Stopwatch-holder; 24-
Select; 25- Every other person, approximately; 27- More pleasant; 28- Dynamic beginning;
29- Boxer Spinks; 31- Broadcast; 33- Colorful carp; 35- Venomous snake; 36- Art Deco
designer; 38- One playing alone; 39- Prophet; 41- Recently; 42- Small galley; 44- Tugs; 45
- Bubbling; 46- People and places, e.g.; 47- Flavor; 48- Distribute cards; 49- Writer Sarah
__ Jewett; 50- __ majeste; 52- Lotion letters; 53- Golden, in France; 54- Land in la mer;
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1 - C o l l e c t i v e w o r d f o r
i n t e l l e c t u a l p u r s u i t s ; 5 -
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o f t e n m a d e o f b i r c h b a r k ,
c a n v a s , o r f i b e r g l a s s ; 1 4 -
A c t r e s s G a r r ; 1 5 - B r i s t l e ;
1 6 - M o u n t a i n n y m p h ; 1 7 -
M a r i n e ; 1 9 - J e w e l l e d
c r o w n w o r n b y w o m e n ; 2 0
- D u s k , t o D o n n e ; 2 1 -
I n t e r n e t w r i t i n g s y s t e m
t h a t p o p u l a r i z e d " p w n 3 d "
a n d " n 0 0 b " ; 2 2 - Q u i z z e s ,
t r i a l s ; 2 3 - B e g i n n i n g t o
e x i s t ; 2 5 - M e t a l f i l a m e n t ;
2 6 - T h r e e i n o n e ; 2 7 - S o -
c a l l e d ; 3 0 - C o r d a g e f i b e r ;
3 1 - A c t r e s s A n o u k ; 3 2 - A
m o u s e ! ; 3 4 - C o l o r a d o
r e s o r t ; 3 5 - C l e r i c ; 3 6 -
S w i t c h e n d i n g ; 3 7 - " H o l d
O n T i g h t " b a n d ; 3 8 -
F e m m e f a t a l e ; 3 9 - R i c e -
_ _ _ ; 4 0 - M e d d l i n g p e r s o n ;
4 2 - K i n d o f r e a c t i o n ; 4 3 -
R a n a w a y ; 4 4 - C o s t u m e d
p r o c e s s i o n ; 4 8 - S o r r o w ;
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C a p i t a l o f N o r w a y ; 5 7 - B i t s o f t h r e a d ; 5 8 - N a v y , e . g . ; 5 9 - B r e a k ; 6 0 - A d d i t i o n a l ;

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T i d y ; 1 2 - C r e w n e e d s ; 1 3 - W r i t e r L e S h a n ; 1 8 - C o e u r d ' _ _ _ ; 2 2 - S t o p w a t c h - h o l d e r ; 2 4 -
S e l e c t ; 2 5 - E v e r y o t h e r p e r s o n , a p p r o x i m a t e l y ; 2 7 - M o r e p l e a s a n t ; 2 8 - D y n a m i c b e g i n n i n g ;
2 9 - B o x e r S p i n k s ; 3 1 - B r o a d c a s t ; 3 3 - C o l o r f u l c a r p ; 3 5 - V e n o m o u s s n a k e ; 3 6 - A r t D e c o
d e s i g n e r ; 3 8 - O n e p l a y i n g a l o n e ; 3 9 - P r o p h e t ; 4 1 - R e c e n t l y ; 4 2 - S m a l l g a l l e y ; 4 4 - T u g s ; 4 5
- B u b b l i n g ; 4 6 - P e o p l e a n d p l a c e s , e . g . ; 4 7 - F l a v o r ; 4 8 - D i s t r i b u t e c a r d s ; 4 9 - W r i t e r S a r a h
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