St. Johns Independent

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The newest art piece in St. Johns was unveiled on Wednesday morning. The piece is located at the entry to the Spray Park in the City Park.


The new polished 3003-aluminum sculpture entitled “Splash” is approximately 14 feet tall. The art installation was made possible by a Public Art for Communities Grant from the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) and the PNC Foundation.


Latest News


1102thDress rehearsal for Cinderella – an album by Maralyn Fink

Auditorium Committee receives Matching Funds Grant

City accepts donation for Spray Park

bigboythBig Boy to honor Veterans with free breakfast – November 11

Craft Show in St. Johns – November 14


More News


1103thThe SJ Indy’s Purely Michigan – Rockport in November

Lowe UMC remodeled

seatsthWilson Center Auditorium Open House – November 10

Leonard introduces bill to protect vulnerable adults

Win Cash For Christmas

Leonard to host two office hours in November


Features


Around Town With Barry – Spray Park Splash

This week’s Mystery Photo

backfmthA Look Back – Federal-Mogul Promotions

Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – Cancer Relapse in Dogs

Letters – Wilson Center Auditorium Restoration/Renovation Project

Maralyn’s Pet Corner – Euthanasia is No Longer the Only Choice


Transitions


Obituaries – Harold B. Reed, Shirley M. Towne, Kay Ryon, Laura Alaina VanDerBos, Joane S. Clary, Dorothy E. Rademacher

Marriage licenses filed the week of October 26, 2015

Divorce decrees filed the week of October 26, 2015

St. Johns Independent

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Halloween Party at the Depot: Here are the pre-school costume contestants. The winner was the spider, Max.


News


1025thHalloween Party at the Depot – an album by Maralyn Fink

Trick-Or-Treating Hours – Saturday, October 31

New Art Piece to be unveiled – November 4

laforesthCity Manager’s Newsletter

City Rec wants to hear from you

beauforethBeaufore’s Barber Shop honored

Date set for Breakfast with Santa

Free Veteran’s Dinner at Lowe Social Hall – Saturday, November 7

Paine-Gillam-Scott Museum needs your support


More News


1024thZombie Run – an album by Maralyn Fink

CAFR giving out batteries
An Event So Good It’s Scary – October 30
Trunk R Treat – October 31
Mint Country Garden Club to meet
Briggs Library News
November activities at Clinton County Senior Center
Early Childhood Workshops in Clinton County – November
Leonard to host two office hours in November


Features


1020thDrama Club to present Cinderella – with an album by Maralyn Fink

This week’s Mystery Photo

randythA Look Back – Interim City Manager in 1974

Random Notes – Clem Sohn – Fowler’s “Batman” feted at Michigan Historical Center

Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – While Walking with Your Dog at Night

mysterypumpkinthLetters – Help us find pumpkin winner and Veterans Day

Maralyn’s Did You Know? – Halo Recalls Select Bags of Cat Food


Transitions


Obituaries – Herbert J. Thelen, Chester F. Borton Jr., Clarence L. Trumbull, Leon Nelson Harris, Arlene H. Schneeberger, Donald L Mazzolini

Marriage licenses filed the week of October 19, 2015

MMDHD Calendar – November, 2015

St. Johns Independent

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Officer Matthew Dedyne and Chief Kyle Knight, shown here with Chamber Board President Ed Bruun, attended the Clinton County Chamber luncheon last week where Officer Dedyne gave a presentation on narcotics awareness with a focus on methamphetamine.


Current News


hospicetreethHospice Tree Lighting

Piano recital is Monday, October 26

lions2thOverview Lions Club Recycling Program 1978 – 2015

Halloween Party at the Depot – Saturday, October 24

Arts Council to host Creative Meeting – Thursday October 29

lowethFree Veteran’s Dinner at Lowe Social Hall – Saturday, November 7

City needs to hear from you


More News


methodisthUnited Methodists move to temporary home

MSU Extension seeks public input

Soup kitchen makes stop in St. Johns

An Event So Good It’s Scary – October 30

Trunk R Treat – October 31

House OKs enhanced access to mental health care

Leonard to host two office hours in November


Features


parrthRemember when? – Remembering Parr’s Pharmacy

This week’s Mystery Photo

A Look Back – Meals on Wheels

antesthRandom Notes – Antes sign update

Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – Are over-the-counter medications safe for my dog?

Maralyn’s Pet Corner – Seasonal Pet Health Hazards Associated with Fall

huggetthNow and Then – Michigan Cranberry Company


Transitions


Obituaries – Jeffery William Barrett, Ethan Willis Smith, John “Jack” W. Minsky, Agnes L. French, Ricardo Jeremiah Dominguez, Brandon R. Quick, Gary Earl Eiseler

Marriage licenses filed the week of October 16, 2015

Divorce decrees filed the week of October 5, 2015

Divorce decrees filed the week of October 12, 2015

St. Johns Independent

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streetSummer street work: North Ottawa now boasts new curb and gutter with a fresh surface.
– photo courtesy of Guven Witteveen


This Week’s News


Halloween Party at the Depot – Saturday, October 24

artsthArts Council hosting “Art-ful Treasures” sale – Tuesday, October 19 and 20

Senior Center Holds Annual Rock-a-Thon – Wednesday, October 21

vetsthFree Veteran’s Dinner at Lowe Social Hall – Saturday, November 7


More News


1003thHomecoming Parade Part II

Briggs Library News

2015 Fall Open Gym Schedule

SCH Auxiliary’s BINGO & Bags fundraiser – Saturday, November 14

CAFR meeting rescheduled – October 28

lionsthLyons Recycling Center Open House – Wednesday October 21

Why get a flu shot?

City to host annual Zombie Run – Friday October 23

Soup kitchen makes two stops in St. Johns

An Event So Good It’s Scary – October 30

Get the lead out

markerthClean a Michigan Historical Marker – October 24

Annual Santa Parade of Lights is December 4


Features


mystery236thThis week’s Mystery Photo

Remembering a hometown hero

ktemplarthA Look Back – Knights Templar

Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – Danger of Homemade Dog Food

Maralyn’s Did You Know? – The Truth About Grain-Free Cat Foods

Maralyn’s Pet Corner – What Cats and Dogs Can See that Humans Can’t

dcthRemember when? – the D&C


Transitions


Obituaries – Adam Lewis Wils, Robert Summers, Shirley L. Attwell, Frank Rose, Jr, Caroline V. Feldpausch

Marriage licenses filed the week of September 28, 2015

This week’s News


Friday Evening Homecoming decorating

1004ath50s Date Night

Arts Council hosting “Art-ful Treasures” sale – October 19 and 20

bigcheckthClass of ’85 – Alumni Giving Update

St. Johns-Ovid Lodge Open House / Yard Sale October 17

SCH Auxiliary’s BINGO & Bags fundraiser – Saturday, November 14

Officer installation opens Kiwanis year

dedrickthDr. Dedrick Martin earns MASA endorsement

Hidden Treasure at Sparrow Clinton Hospital Gift Therapy Shop

People’s Choice Award goes to P-W Middle School Art Students

CAFR meeting rescheduled – October 28

Senior Center Annual Rock-a-Thon is October 21

Senior Center to Hold Craft Show and Bake Sale – November 14

City to host annual Zombie Run – Friday October 23

soupthSoup kitchen makes two stops in area – October 13, 15

An Event So Good It’s Scary – October 30

Christmas Festival coming December 4


Features


muralthFowler Dedicates new mural – Meet the Artist

A Look Back – Gray Ladies Honored

mystery235thThis week’s Mystery Photo

Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info


Transitions


Obituaries – Marvin J. Fox, D. Elaine Michutka, Albert F. Masarik

Marriage licenses filed the week of September 28, 2015

Divorce decrees filed the weeks of September 21, 2015

Divorce decrees filed the week of September 28, 2015

St. Johns Independent Lite

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The Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off at AndyT’s

by Maralyn Fink

On the road again, I decided to check out the great pumpkin weigh-off at Andy T’s. With plenty of sunshine and clear skies I thought this was a great time to check out these pumpkins and their size.

Well, after checking them out I knew I wouldn’t get one in my car for the neighborhood kids to see. Oh well, I’ll have to stick with Plan B.

Never in my time have I ever seen pumpkins this size.

There were around 60 entries or so in different categories. Straw bales that were used to seat the people attending gave the event a nice country feel.

First Place was taken with a weight of 1921.00 lbs.

It was followed by 1667.00,1591.00, 1483.00, 1402.00 and 1386.00 lbs. From there the poundage went down in small increments. Copies of the whole weigh off are available at Andy T’s.

Hay rides were available, and on all weekends from now on. There are many things to see and do at Andy T’s and if you have not attended a weigh-off there, make sure you catch the one next fall.

Thanks Andy and Sunday for letting me share this with our readers.

These pumpkins have made me hungry, so I need to go find some cookies!