SJHS Auto Program hosted cruise
by Maralyn Fink
On Saturday, July 18 the St. Johns High School Auto Program hosted a car cruise starting at the High School at 3 p.m. It was a very hot and humid day for everyone who attended. There were a total of 136 cars that participated.
This was a 90 mile travel in two and one half hours.
The cars rolled out at 3:30 sharp and traveled through Ovid, Laingsburg, Bath, Dewitt, Eagle, Westphalia, Pewamo, Fowler and returned to St. Johns. The only cost was was their time and fuel.
Everyone was extremely disappointed in having to postpone the 50th Anniversary Car Show,so what better way to cure our COVID woes than social distance with a cruise? A great time for everyone!
The 50th Anniversary Celebration has been rescheduled for Saturday, July 17, 2021.
SJHS student participates in national rodeo qualifier
Hometown cowboy and national high school rodeo qualifier Hunter Wylie had his first runs this week.
Hunter is a freshman at St. Johns High School. He is also the only cowboy from St. Johns on team Michigan.
Remember When? – CACC names 2009 Benson/Rand Scholars
Clinton Area Care Center is very proud to present three scholarships in memory of Mr. Harold Benson and in honor of Mrs. Jeanne Rand. The annual awards were presented during the Board of Trustees Meeting held on May 11, 2009.
Kari Sodman is the winner of the Jeanne Rand Award. Kari is from Ovid, Michigan and is currently attending Michigan State University. Kari plans to receive her Registered Nurse Degree and Bachelor of Science in Nursing by the summer of 2010. One of the main criteria for the Rand Scholarship is that the recipient must be an employee of Clinton Area Care Center. Kari has been a certified nurses’ aide at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor for 8 years.
Jenna Brown and Alyssa Tarrant were named recipients of the Harold Benson Scholarships. Jeanna is from St. Johns and is currently attending Michigan State University. Jenna’s goal is to obtain her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and then going on to obtain her Master’s as well as doctoral degree in Nursing. Alyssa is from Bath and is a student at Saginaw Valley State University. She is working towards her undergraduate degree in nursing.
“We feel all of our scholarship recipients are outstanding and hard working young people. It is an honor to assist them in realizing their dreams” said Ted Lewis, CACC, Inc.’s Chairperson.
Letters – Readers endorse candidate for prosecutor
“I have always been impressed by Sarah Huyser. Sarah is fair, smart, strong, professional, works hard and takes her job as a prosecutor seriously. Sarah has everything important and necessary for a prosecutor. As a Dewitt resident, an actively practicing Clinton County attorney for 14 years, a mother of two small children I am raising in this community and a woman, I absolutely and proudly support Sarah Huyser for Clinton County Prosecutor.
– Erika Hayes”
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It is with great pride and joy that I fully endorse Sarah Huyser for Clinton County Prosecutor.
As a Criminal Defense Lawyer, I have always known Prosecutor Huyser to be someone of the utmost integrity and class. She has always zealously advocated for the victims under her care, and is forever in pursuit of Justice.
There is no better candidate to serve the people of Clinton County than Sarah Huyser. She is already a credit to the Judicial System, and I have every confidence that she will continue to be the best representative for the citizens of Clinton County.
Brendon G. Basiga
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Sarah Huyser is the clear choice of informed voters for Clinton County Prosecutor. She is a tremendous voice for the citizens of Clinton County. She is pro law enforcement and has always been a conscientious public servant. Vote for her either by absentee ballot now or on August 4 in the Republican primary!
Kevin Hayes
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As a defense attorney of 23 years and a life long resident of this community I feel I am uniquely qualified to judge prosecutors. Sarah Huyser has been the prosecutor for many of my cases as a defense lawyer. From my experience with her, I respect her work ethic, trial experience, background and disposition. She will make an excellent prosecutor for this community.
As a parent in this community, I want a prosecutor who is tough and will keep our community safe. As a defense lawyer, I want a prosecutor that will be fair and listens to the side of my client. And as a parent and a defense lawyer, I want a prosecutor who will hold the police accountable if they violate the rights our citizens. In dealing with and talking at length with Sarah, I know she is able to strike this necessary balance and this is why I support her.
Sincerely,
Ed Jackson
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Please join me in supporting Sarah Huyser for Clinton County Prosecutor. I have had the pleasure of working with Sarah on many cases in Clinton County. She is a dedicated Assistant Prosecutor who has worked tirelessly to protect the residents of our county and especially the children. I have always found her to be of the highest integrity and fair-minded in carrying out her responsibilities. She brings fresh ideas and new procedures to her current position and I believe it is beneficial that she has served as an Assistant Prosecutor in another county prior to coming to our county. I am confident that Sarah is the right person to be elected as Clinton County Prosecutor.and I ask that you join me in supporting her in the upcoming election.
Very truly yours,
Brian E. Madar
Attorney at Law
Maralyn’s Pet Corner – Why Does My Dog Stare at Me?
As you go about your daily activities, you might notice your dog quietly staring at you. Your first instinct might be to feel self-conscious; is my hair hopelessly disheveled? Is there something stuck in my teeth?
But, rather than assuming the worst when the question, “Why does my dog stare at me?” runs through your head, rest assured that your dog’s stare is not a judgment of your personal appearance.
Dogs have developed a close, domesticated relationship with humans over thousands of years. This relationship has allowed dogs to become adept at observing and responding to human behavior.
In many instances, a stare is normal dog behavior that is used to communicate some type of emotion, want or need. If you catch your dog staring at you, it’s likely for one of the following reasons.
Anticipation or Desire
When you eat, is your dog staring up at you expectantly? If so, he’s just waiting for a morsel to drop to the floor or for you to simply place a morsel in his mouth.
Unfortunately, this dog behavior is often learned; if you give your dog a treat or other food when you eat, he’ll learn to anticipate that same reward anytime you eat.
Other than mealtime, your dog may stare at you because he wants to play or because the toy he’s playing with has gotten stuck under something, and he needs you to fish it out for him.
If your dog needs to relieve himself, he’ll be staring at you to communicate his need to go outside.
Wanting Direction
When your dog is well-trained, he will stare at you to wait for a cue. For example, if you’re going for a walk and approach a crosswalk, your dog may stare up at you to determine if he should sit or continue walking.
Your dog wants to please you, so his stare will serve as a question as to what he should do next to make you happy.
Showing Affection
A dog’s unconditional love is often irresistible. When a dog and pet parent have developed a close and emotional bond, the dog will sometimes use his stare to demonstrate affection.
With an affectionate stare, a dog will have a soft expression on his face with his eyes slightly squinted. In fact, research has shown that an affectionate stare between a dog and human raises levels of oxytocin, commonly called the “love hormone.”
Needing Protection
When a dog defecates, they may stare up at their pet parent. The pet parent may wonder, “Why on earth is my dog staring at me when he poops?”
Here’s the reason: When a dog is in position to defecate, he’s relatively defenseless. He will stare up at you when he’s pooping for reassurance that you will protect him while he’s in a vulnerable position.
Reading Facial Expressions
Dogs are excellent at reading and interpreting human facial expressions. Your dog might be staring at you to read your facial expression and determine what he should do next.
For example, if you have a worried expression on your face, your dog may decide to cuddle up next to you to try to comfort you.
Displaying Aggression
This is when dog staring behavior is a problem. If your dog is possessive of an object, such as his toys or food bowl, he will give you a hard stare and growl as warnings to back off.
If your dog gives you this stare, slowly back away, and do not continue the stare.
Aggressive stares signal a behavioral problem. Seek consultation with your veterinarian or a veterinary behaviorist to correct this problem.
In general, dog stares are a good thing and communicate positive signals between dogs and people. If a dog’s stare takes a dark turn toward aggression, then it’s time to seek professional help from a veterinarian and dog behavior specialist.