Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Joins Family Health Care
GRANT, Michigan – Family Health Care is pleased to welcome Amanda Weber, DNP, BSN, CPNP-PC, to its team of medical providers. Weber will see pediatric patients from newborn to age 18 at the Family Health Care clinic at 11 N. Maple St. in Grant. Weber received her Doctor of Nursing Practice, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from Grand Valley State University. She is a certified pediatric nurse practitioner and is board-certified by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board. Weber brings more than ten years of nursing experience to Family Health Care, having most recently worked at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids. “I’m passionate about providing care for children,” said Weber. “At Family Health Care, I’m able to fulfill this passion alongside an amazing team whose goal is to expand access and provide quality care to everyone. I hope to help bridge the gap to access of care for all children in the community, so that every child has access to quality, integrated, and comprehensive health care.” Weber provides a full array of primary care services to pediatric patients. To schedule an appointment, call (231) 834-0444.
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By Coach Stephen Smith Splish splashing into quiz bowl action over the weekend, the White Cloud Varsity Quiz Bowl team competed at the Swim N’ Win Tournament held at Kalamazoo Christian High School on December 9, 2023. The invitational featured 24 teams hailing from Michigan and Indiana. The White Cloud Indians posted a record of 5-3 against high caliber teams with experience at both the state and national level. While the team finished in 6th place overall, the defending state champions remained in 1st place amongst Class C-D squads, qualifying for NAQT Nationals yet again in the process. In morning pool play, the quintessential quartet vanquished White Pigeon D 240-10, triumphed over Ionia A 255-55, and dismantled DeWitt B 185-90. The contingent faltered against East Grand Rapids B 145-195 in an incredibly tight match and Grand Ledge 80-210, the eventual tournament champion. Pool time in the afternoon matches started with a tough loss to Saint Joseph A 100-310, a top-rated power from Indiana. The energetic ensemble bounced back and quickly dispatched Holland A 285-70 and secured victory against White Pigeon A 170-120 on the final question. Senior Captain Brian Schaefer drenched the competition with an impressive 245 points, which led the team. Sam Viher added a cannonball of points with 165, his best performance of the season, and Jarrett Warlick soaked into a groove of 150 points. Wyatt Karnes splashed in with 70 points, providing an amazingly well-balanced team effort for the outing. Look to see the formidable foursome back in action for the CSAA League on January 24, 2024, where they face off against Kent City, Newaygo, and Reed City. The team would like to thank Coach Emeritus Tony McHattie, parents, staff, donors, and all the good people in the community for their support as well. County ROD Office Offers Free Fraud Alert The Newaygo County Register of Deeds Office is making it easier for residents to help protect their most valuable asset, their home and property. Through the free Property Fraud Alert service, residents can sign-up to be notified by email if a document is recorded in Newaygo County under their name. With scams on the rise, now is a perfect time to sign up going into the new year. Consider the service as an early warning system for homeowners to stay up to date about their property and take appropriate actions if they determine fraudulent activity has taken place. “Having the ability to be notified immediately should a fraudulent or predatory document be recorded against your property is invaluable. The faster something like this is discovered, the faster it can be reported to the authorities to get resolved,” says Newaygo County Register of Deeds Stewart Sanders. The Property Fraud Alert is a free service provided by the Register of Deeds Office that requires no up-front or monthly fees. This service is a great tool for those with aging parents to ensure that their loved ones don’t fall victim to scams or fraud. To sign up, simply visit www.newaygocountymi.gov.,where you will see the Home Page of Newaygo County. Click on the Elected Officials tab and in the drop down click on Register of Deeds. Scroll down and you will see the tab labeled FRAUD ALERT, click on the tab, and simply fill in the template following the directions provided. Once you submit this the Register of Deeds Office will notify you when your information has been entered into the system, usually within 24 to 48 hours. If residents have any questions, they can contact the Register of Deeds Office at (231) 689-7246 or email stewarts@newaygocountymi.gov or karent@newaygocountymi.gov. The Karner Blue Nature Sanctuary, 6935 Spruce Ave, Newaygo, is having a volunteer work day on Sunday, December 3rd. Volunteers are needed to help cut and haul brush between 9am – 1pm. Volunteers can show up any time and stay as long as they like. It is recommended that volunteers dress for the weather, wear closed toe shoes or boots and work gloves. Some tools will be provided, but it would be helpful if volunteers could also bring pruners, loppers or pruning saws. Water and refreshments will be provided. Brush cutting is important at this time of year for Newaygo’s sensitive and unique native habitats. Clearing out brush gives room for new native plant growth and deters invasive species growth. It also helps to prepare the area for future prescribed burns. Cancellation notice due to weather or other schedule changes will be posted by December 2nd at noon on the Newaygo County Environmental Coalition Facebook Page and their website Calendar of Events (www.nc-ec.org). Stuart Goldman, Conservation Coordinator for the Michigan Nature Association, will lead the workday. He can be contacted at 517-643-6864, or by email: sgoldman@michigannature.org. I don’t want a just a memory Gives me forever Don’t even think about saying good-bye Cuz I want just one love to be enough And remain in my heart till i die- Renae Olsterad “A Love That Will Last” My Lifetime Spousal Companion Lil and I recently returned from a trip abroad that found us sharing a coach with a couple of dozen other travelers. We were one of three couples celebrating their anniversaries including a 50th (ours), a 35th, and a 20th as well as a pair of newlyweds who were just embarking on the wondrous journey of marriage. 4 couples in vastly different stages of their relationship and yet each celebrating the day they decided to say “I do.” There was a rather enjoyable symmetry to it all. Marriage is such a cool thing when it works. Growing together and displaying an elevated regard for one another allows the relationship to be nourished in a positive manner. As a result the marriage doesn’t merely survive, it thrives. Here are the most recent couples who have signed on for their own journey. Tabitha Buck, Fremont & Dean Robeck, Newaygo Mary Rake, White Cloud & Brian Royston Sr. Wyoming, MI Ron Wawsczyk, White Cloud & Shelley Barton, Newaygo Felicity Faye Schlink, Newaygo & Brian Allen Crooks, Newaygo “Come and be empowered”
On Tuesday, Nov 14th, from 6-8:30pm Rebekah Thompson of New Life Doula Services is hosting the 3rd Birth and Beyond Expo at the Fremont Rec Center South Commons. The event provides women with an opportunity to meet providers before scheduling an appointment with them. From homebirth midwives and birth doulas, to hospital midwives and lactation consultants, women in Newaygo County and beyond can access the information they will need moving forward. This is a great time to learn about patient rights/birthing rights and about options for creating a supportive birth team. "Women in this county have much more power than they realize," says Susan Wente, CNM. "Midwives have always advocated for women, but change will never happen until the women (consumers) stand up and question what they are told. Many medical interventions are warranted, but only you are responsible for your birth. Through the Birth and Beyond Expo women in Newaygo County can learn how to support each other and take back their power and responsibility in birth." This year there are also other awesome local resources that will be sharing their knowledge and services at the exposuch as Shalom Woods Company elderberry kits, Peacefully Clean postpartum cleaning services, Health Smart Nutrition, Beyond Wellness LLC, and many more vendors. Katherine Hamlund, RN will have a short presentation on natural ways to increase fertility, and Jules Carpenter of Your Health, Your Healing will also have a presentation on Minerals, Nutrition, the Brain, and Postpartum Mood Disorders. To see everyone that will be there, either as providers or services, you can find the event page on Facebook by searching for Birth and Beyond Expo https://www.facebook.com/events/1001043431159734/ or by going to the New Life Doula Services page. (link for NLDS page https://www.facebook.com/newlifedoulaservices/ ) Samantha Kauffman, RN, IBCLC, and Certified Childbirth Educator, highly encourages women to “come and be empowered with knowledge for both yourself and your baby. Meet other women in your community who can help you on your journey, learn more about pregnancy and postpartum, and leave with an enlarged support system!” This event is perfect for women who want to be able to connect with other women in their community who are in the same season of life. Whether just thinking about trying to start a family, actively trying to conceive, currently expecting, or postpartum or breastfeeding, come enjoy a cup of tea of coffee and light refreshments, gain knowledge, win some cool prizes, and talk with skilled providers and birth and postpartum experts. Happy Hearts Naturals is offering a luxurious foot bath to the first five women through the door. Doors open at 6 PM and the event will conclude around 8:30. First Methodist Church at its former site, 115 E. Dayton St., Fremont. Tabernacle building was built in 1874, then remodeled and enlarged in 1894, again in 1911, and the basement enlarged in 1922. Pipe organ was installed in 1946. The congregation moved to its current building at 351 Butterfield, Fremont, in 1956 and is known for its popular Ark Park play structure. Painting by Robert G. Woodring By Sara Wolfsen The roots of Fremont United Methodist Church were planted by Reverend William J. Swift during the warm summer of 1868. The Methodist movement began as part of the Hesperia circuit in the Brookside area (near the corner of 72nd and Green Street). Logs were rafted across Fremont Lake from the Darling Mill (now Branstrom Park) to establish a small church building. A few years later, as Fremont Center expanded, church leaders moved the congregation to town and erected a Tabernacle on Dayton Street (across from the current city offices). Several building additions were made to accommodate a growing congregation and, in October of 1956, the current church building on Butterfield Street was dedicated. Over the years, the Methodists were known for their local service and global mission work, and its members were active in several community organizations including the Lions Club, Rotary and Young Life. And the church is proud to hold the Boy Scout Charter for the local troop. Our congregants have always held a strong emphasis on music, Christian education, mission and service. We delighted in hosting Chicken BBQ dinners during Old Fashioned Days, a Garden Tour each July, traditional Midnight Christmas Eve worship services, and, in 2014 erected an Ark Park area on church property for the community to bring a picnic and enjoy the playground and gaga pit. We continue Rev. Swift's dream and God's work in the world today and will celebrate on Sunday, October 29th beginning at 9 a.m. with joyful worship and song through historic music, prayer, memories and special greetings from friends of the past. A collection of wedding photos will be on display during the day, and a tasty breakfast, prepared by our Men's Group, will be served following the worship service. If you were part of our past or would like to be part of our future, please join us Sunday, October 29 at 9 a.m. and stay for breakfast. To kindly RSVP for breakfast, contact the Church Office at (231) 924-0030. "I still have that feeling the first time we met every time I see you.”-Jayson Edgay “So, where did you two meet?” Years ago I co-facilitated a couples therapy group and as a bit of introduction this was the question that generally got asked. Is it important? Who knows.? But generally it makes a good story. We all know those who met in school and stayed together until marriage and some who kind of knew each other but didn’t end up together until years later. Couples I have known over the years have met in bars and churches, grocery stores and workplaces, at parties and book stores, and while attending concerts, ballgames and fitness centers There are set ups from friends, online services designed to match folks up and speed dating has apparently made a comeback in some circles. The couples listed below have recently decided to sign on for the delightful duration known as marriage. Each has a story of how they met. Call it Chapter One For any number of reasons that meeting led to the two of them showing up at the clerk's office. And the opportunity to add many more chapters to the story of their relationship. Katherine TenBrink, Fremont & Jake Frey, Grant Matt Rheingans, Brooklyn NY & Sarah Zamler, Brooklyn NY Dena Letot, Newaygo & Adam Gibson, Newaygo Trevor VanDyke, Grant & Heather Stockwell, White Cloud County Students Experience Tech Week
Photos by Julie Burrell Newaygo County, MICH (October 4, 2023): In September, the Newaygo County Economic Development Partnership, powered by The Right Place, collaborated with Newaygo County school districts and local employers to host various Tech Week events. Through a partnership with Tech Week Grand Rapids and funding from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, G-M Wood Products, Fremont Area Community Foundation and the Newaygo County Economic Development Partnership, over 620 students participated in Newaygo County events. Julie Burrell, Economic Development Director, coordinated a career speaker series at each of the five Newaygo County middle schools. The event helped students answer the question, “What is a Tech Job?” and highlighted tech careers in manufacturing, healthcare, finance, education and agriculture. This first-time event featured speakers from G-M Wood Products, Fremont Area Community Foundation, H&S Companies, NCATS, Family Healthcare, Choice One Bank and Riveridge Cider. Riveridge Cider’s Enhancement Director, Jamie Kober, shared, “Riveridge regularly participates in opportunities that engage the community and educates on the good works of agriculture and the benefits of produce in a healthy diet. Tech Week allowed us to share that message with younger community members as well as point out career paths to our future workforce.” In November, interested students who participated in Tech Week events will have an opportunity to visit the Newaygo County Career Tech Center, to learn about 3D Printing, programming robots and how to attend the center’s Tech Program once they are in high school. These events were hosted in partnership with Tech Week Grand Rapids. The second annual Tech Week Grand Rapids occurred September 18-23, 2023. The week-long “unconference” was home to more than 40 events, 45 community partners, and more than 13,000 attendees. One of the goals of this year’s Tech Week Grand Rapids was to highlight regional collaboration; events took place in Kent, Newaygo, Ottawa, Barry, Ionia, Montcalm, and Muskegon counties. The Newaygo County Economic Development Partnership has prioritized fostering education and industry collaboration in its new strategic plan. Tech Week is one of several initiatives planned for the next three years. The Jan Rademacher Memorial Quiz Bowl Invitational Article by Stephen Smith Photos Courtesy of Isabel Karnes, IK Photos So, we’re back at it once more with brisk autumn climes, changing colors, falling leaves, and all things quiz bowl. While there’s a chill in the air, the thrill of the mid-October classic, the Jan Rademacher Memorial Quiz Bowl Invitational, is certainly here, too. The academic showcase was held under the aegis of White Cloud Public Schools on Saturday, October 14, 2023, marking the 21st iteration of the tournament first held in 2003.The field of competition was quite impressive with 13 different schools, hailing from both Michigan and Indiana, and featuring 29 entries in total. Of the 13 schools that entered the fray, all were last year’s state finalists and national qualifiers. Matches for the day were excitingly close, certainly entertaining, and sensationally thrilling for everyone involved in the academic fanfare that is quiz bowl. Returning this year as the defending state champions, and competing in their first tournament of the season, the White Cloud Varsity A Quiz Bowl contingent (7-2) battled for victories all morning and afternoon. The team triumphed over Ionia B (310-40), White Cloud B (255-50), East Grand Rapids B (300-65), Roscommon A (255-145), Holland A (285-110), Roscommon B (200-55), and Kalamazoo Christian B (330-80). In a highly anticipated rematch, the Varsity Indians faltered in the last minutes of the match to Kalamazoo Christian A (125-165), the previous year’s state runner-up. White Cloud fell in a heartbreaker 205- 215 on the final tossup question of the match to John Adams B, the eventual finalist for the grand championship of the tournament. Even still, the efforts over the course of the day paid off brilliantly, and the team qualified for the State Competition for the 35th time, an all-time Class C-D record in Michigan. Perhaps even more astounding and extraordinary, the team also qualified to Nationals for the 27th time in the school’s history. Now examining individual exploits, the Varsity A quartet was led in scoring by two-time All-State senior Captain Brian Schaefer, the recipient of the prestigious Brian Derks Award for most points scored by a White Cloud player with 480 points. Wyatt Karnes erupted for an additional healthy portion of 250 points. Sam Viher heaped on another impressive 130 points, and Jarrett Warlick chimed in with 75 points. Exhibiting a tremendous all-around incredible effort, the team gained 2,265 total points in the tournament and averaged an astonishing 277.91 points per game. Growing in membership, knowledge, and experience, White Cloud currently fields four additional teams. Focusing on the White Cloud Varsity B, the contingent picked up two quality wins against Kalamazoo Christian B (115-70) and Ionia B (155-100). Leading the squad in scoring with an outstanding number of points was Anna Mohr with 165. Captain Annie Feldpausch added in a substantial point total of 90. Charlotte Karnes and Samantha Kukal contributed 60 and 55 points, respectively. In JV divisional action, White Cloud’s Junior Varsity A competed valiantly earning two victories over Roscommon JV (225-20) and White Cloud JV B (190-10). Captain Liam Povey led the team in scoring with a remarkable 260 points, followed by Tyler Higgins’s solid 105 points. Landon Edwards added 30 more still. Leah Vining helped out her team with bonus questions. The Junior Varsity B acquired an enormous amount of gameplay knowledge with Trysten Tancock leading the pack with 35 points, Captain Arsyn Balke had 25 points, Rhoen Wade notched up 20 points, and Kacie Kailing pitched in with 10 points. The Junior Varsity C team demonstrated their academic prowess by winning three matches against White Cloud JV A (140-30), White Cloud JV B (190-5), and Roscommon JV (145-50). In a scoring barrage, Captain Mason D’Lamater marked up an astounding 315 points, which led the team. Brain Loveless revealed his depth of knowledge by gaining 130 points. Brayden Perdue tallied up 45 points, and Annabelle Bird grabbed up 10 points for the day. Quin Rose was a morale booster and assisted on bonus questions. While the White Cloud Quiz Bowl Team enjoyed an overabundance of success on Saturday, it is important to recognize, remember, and honor those who have contributed to the team’s accomplishments. First and foremost, it is imperative to remember Jan Rademacher, longtime volunteer assistant coach and namesake of our tournament who passed away August 23, 2003, and to honor Brian Derks, leading scorer, and state and national qualifier for White Cloud. He died tragically in Iraq on August 13, 2005, as he was serving his country and his God. Additionally, Coach Stephen Smith and assistant coaches Allison McPhall, Arnie Baker, Dallas Dowling, and Cameron Karnes wish to thank the following people for making the Jan Rademacher Memorial Quiz Bowl Invitational the major success that it was.
Coach Emeritus Tony McHattie Registrar/Greeters: Pat Ebenstein Peggy Derks Keith Derks Financial Supporters: Pat Ebenstein Media: David Hewitt and Inside Newsletter Ken De Laat and Near North Now Rich Wheater and Times Indicator Joyce Pearson Leanne Krystiniak Debby Reinhold School Announcements: Jolene Alger Tracey Foster Rebecca Nichols Moderators: Anthony Solis-Victoria Marie Davis Chad Fetterley Karen D’Lamater Carl VanFaasen Denise Alleman Ron Phillips David Feldpausch Mike Feldpausch Chelsea Webb Tracy Trimm Joe May Asa Wyers Dan Dipple Judges: Rhonda Hedlund Steve Fetterley Eric Fetterley Megan Cruzan Lisa Zook Mark Robinson Harry Stevens Jamie Fletcher Amber Viher Courtney Foondle Adam Fitzmaurice Royce Zook Jana Dakin Riki Edwards Seated Scorers: Chuck Christiansen Sally (Derks) Thomas Bonnie Fetterley Cordell Talbott Vicki Burke Jessica Higgins Malachi Graves Delton Dowling Zane Keith Sara Gorman Bree Fitzmaurice Amber VanBoxel Conner Dakin John D’Lamater Standing Scorers: Kaylee Nichols Emily Hedlund Mel Morris Jay Fesseden Brooklyn Foondle Carson Foondle Tristan McHaney Nina Bird Aiden Zook Steven Zook Electronic Scoring Officials: Brent Foondle Becki Kukal NAQT Statisticians: Andrea Atwood Holly Bowman Signage / Technology: Ralph Herwig Awards: Dee Burkle, Awards and More Pam Christoffersen Betty Bolles Quiz Bowl Banner: Brian Scarbrough, Lakeshore Signs LLC Business Management Team: Brent Foondle Ed Canning Erin Canning Photographer: Isabel Karnes, IK Photos Award Presenters: Keith Derks Peggy Derks Sally (Derks) Thomas WMJ Custodial Staff: Sandra Temple Jessica Magnan Laurie McDaniel Ariel Delayo-Rodriguez Angel Ogg White Cloud High School Student Council: Courtney Dolan, Adviser Mason Cruzan Carson Foondle Brittany Ringler Brooklyn Foondle Annie Feldpausch Harleigh Caruso Charleigh Scott? Emily Hedlund Wyatt Karnes Allie Rodriguez Jay Fesseden Arsyn Balke Kaylee Nichols Landon Edwards Nina Capallia-Bird Student Council provided food for all volunteers for the event! Thank you! Lunch Personnel: John Rosenberg and the White Cloud Food Service Ashley Robinson, Subway Stephanie Karnes Laura Warlick Lunch Hostesses: Pat Ebenstein Peggy Derks Keith Derks |
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