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Reed City Police: Weekly Blotter (3/18 - 3/24)

Monday, March 18

  • An officer responded to a call regarding a welfare check on a 12-year-old. After arriving at the location and speaking with the minor, everything was ok.

  • Officers investigated possible sharing of prescription narcotics. The matter has been turned over to the prosecutor for review.

  • An officer responded to a well check on a 62-year-old male. The officer spoke to the male and it was determined that he was ok.

Tuesday, March 19

  • An officer issued an abatement notice to a resident for city violations regarding large amount of garbage and other items.

  • Officers responded to a call regarding a two-vehicle accident in town. The driver sustained minor injuries and was transported to the hospital for evaluation. One of the vehicles had to be towed from the scene.

Wednesday, March 20

  • No incidents. 

Thursday, March 21

  • While patrolling, an Officer found a business back door unlocked. After contacting the owner, the building was secured and locked. No issues.

Friday, March 22

  • An officer took a report of a lost bank envelope containing cash. The owners believed they may have dropped it in the parking lot of a local business but were unsure.

  • An officer took a report of an individual being dragged a short distance by a vehicle. There were no injuries sustained. The 40-year-old male driver was later located at his residence and arrested for felonious assault and for violating his parole by consuming alcohol.

Saturday, March 23

  • Officers assisted the Osceola County Sheriff Department with several juveniles who ran away from a youth facility.

Sunday, March 24

  • Officers assisted the Osceola County Sheriff Department with an arrested individual who was combative.

  • An officer stopped a vehicle for defective equipment. The driver refused to cooperate with the officer and to provide a driver’s license and other documents. The officer was able to verify the driver was the registered owner of the vehicle. The matter will be forwarded to the prosecutor for possible charges of obstructing an officer.

Big Rapids Elks hosting annual Easter egg hunt this Saturday

The Mecosta County Fairgrounds will be packed this weekend as the annual Big Rapids Elks Easter egg hunt will be in full swing.

Over 16,000 eggs will be spread around the grounds for kids to hunt with candy, certificates, and other labeled prizes. Some certificates include free crazy bread coupons for Little Caesar’s Pizza, and free ice cream from the Milkshake Spot. Labeled prizes include giant easter baskets, donut holes from Bernie’s Place, and fudge from Patterson’s Flowers.

These eggs will be spread out for three different age groups to collect based on difficulty: 2–4-year-olds, 5–7-year-olds, and 8–10-year-olds.”

“Those 16,000 eggs will be picked up in about a minute in a half,” Elks President Josh Eling said. “It is amazing to watch. It is a really fun event.”

This free event will begin at 1 P.M. from the Fairgrounds on Saturday, Mar. 30. Participants also can arrive early to take photos with the Easter Bunny and Elroy the Elk.

“Please try to get there a little bit early. The event does fill up so you will want to have your spot when we begin.”

Sponsors for the event include Y-102 WYBR, 19 Mile Veterinary Hospital, Isabella Bank, Big Rapids Tire, Chuck and Meredy’s Auto Service, Karla Alley Real Estate, and Quinn’s Music.

For more info, visit the Elks Lodge #974 on Facebook.

Ferris State PGA Golf Management alum Scott Barla named Indiana PGA section's 'Teacher of the Year'

Scott Barla has traveled many rewarding paths as a golf professional and the 1994 graduate of Ferris State University’s Professional Golf Management program claimed his latest honor from the PGA Indiana section receiving its Teacher of the Year award.

Barla has nearly 30 years in professional roles, serving as a Class A golf instructor in Illinois, Michigan and Indiana, an equipment company representative and a stint as a merchandising professional for the PGA championship and Ryder Cup events. Barla now is the successful owner and director of instruction of Barla Golf Academy in Noblesville, Indiana, just north of Indianapolis.

“One of my early and very rewarding teaching experiences was helping establish the Midnight Golf Program in Detroit, working with founder Renee Fluker,” Barla said. “This great program introduces inner-city youngsters to golf, as an inspiration to follow personal and academic pursuits. I have given individual lessons throughout my career, so my wife and I decided the academy would be a way to apply top-flight instruction and technology, to benefit players of all ages through our indoor facility.” 

Beyond efforts in youth instruction, which has included high school coaching, support of First Tee, a program mixing golf lessons with social skills learning and his current role as a PGA Junior League host at his academy, Barla is proud to be involved with PGA HOPE, for Help Our Patriots Everywhere. 

The program has a six-to-eight-week curriculum, with 90-minute sessions where veterans and active military personnel learn the game, but also gain a greater sense of well-being. The sessions are offered without cost and begin in April.  

Receiving the Teacher of the Year Award from the Indiana PGA section caps a fulfilling five-year stretch for Scott.  The award was presented in late February in a ceremony in Muncie. 

“I received the Indiana PGA Player Development Award in 2019 and I was honored to have the Ferris PGM Alumni Association select me for the Bill Strausbaugh Excellence in Teaching Award in 2022,” Barla said. “I believe the regional prestige of Ferris’ Professional Golf Management program was influential in my receiving the Indiana PGA’s #GameChanger Award last year, and the recent Teacher of the Year Award.” 

Finally, teaching young people and others the game has brought Scott rewards beyond trophies and business success. 

”Junior golfers and high schoolers in my area have expressed interest in a career as a golf professional,” Barla said. “As a University Alumni board member, I am proud my current intern from Noblesville High School has chosen to pursue his dream at my alma mater, after I took him and his father on a tour of the Ferris campus. 

It is gratifying to encourage competitive golfers, along with those looking to focus their talents on a lifelong association with the game. I am committed in my role with golf’s resurgence and my facility and staff are dedicated to offering our energies and expertise every day.”  

Barla was one of ten 2024 Indiana PGA award winners and the field included 1984 Ferris Professional Golf Management alumnus Roger Lundy, who received the section’s Youth Player Development Award for the third time in his career. 

“I considered Roger a great friend, as we collaborated on PGA HOPE at the Highland Golf and Country Club for several years,” Barla said. “Though we were on opposite sides of the Indianapolis metro area, I knew of Lundy’s service as a coach at Manchester University and Franklin College. As a tribute to Roger’s service, as he died suddenly in late October, our section’s Junior Leader Award will now be known as the Roger Lundy Youth Player Development Award.”

 

*Image provided by Scott Barla.

Three women hospitalized in Monday afternoon accident in Mecosta Township

On Monday, Mar. 25 at approximately 4:04 P.M., deputies from the Mecosta County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a two-vehicle personal injury accident at the intersection of Northland Dr. & Old-State Rd. in Mecosta Township. 

The investigation revealed that two females, a 20-year-old female driver from Rockford and her 18-year-old female passenger from Trufant, were heading northbound on Old-State Rd. approaching Northland Dr. As the two females advanced onto Northland Drive, they failed to yield to oncoming southbound traffic and was struck by a 74-year-old female from Stanwood traveling southbound.

The Rockford female was transported by Mecosta County EMS to Butterworth Hospital. The Trufant female was transported by Mecosta County EMS to the Big Rapids Hospital. The Stanwood female was transported by Mecosta County EMS to the Big Rapids Hospital. All 3 injured females did not have any life threatening injuries. 

Deputies were assisted on scene by, Mecosta County EMS, Big Rapids City Fire / Rescue, Auto Hook Towing and Meceola Central Dispatch.

Final Four bound! Ferris State women's basketball advances to NCAA D2 national semifinals

The Ferris State University women's basketball squad advanced to the NCAA Division II National Semifinals for the first time in school history as the Bulldogs pulled out a 60-53 win over Tampa on Monday (March 25) afternoon in St. Joseph, Mo.

With the win, Ferris State will now move into Wednesday night's first national semifinal at 7 p.m. (ET) versus either Daemen (N.Y.) or Texas Woman's University.

The Bulldogs jumped out to a 16-8 first-quarter lead and held a six-point halftime lead over the Spartans. The lead grew to as many as 13 points late in the third period before FSU lost senior guard Mallory McCartney due to injury.

From there, Tampa made a strong push and got back within a single possession, but the Bulldogs made several timely shots down the stretch to garner the win.

Senior standout Chloe Idoni had a big game for the Bulldogs with a contest-high 27 points while both McCartney and junior guard Kadyn Blanchard added nine points each. FSU's Elle Irwin tallied six points while Kenzie Bowers added five points and DeShonna Day scored four points in the triumph.

Blanchard added a game-high 13 rebounds for the Bulldogs in the win.

The Bulldogs shot 37.9% overall, but also went 12-of-26 (33.3%) from three-point range and made four-of-nine (44.4%) free throws in moving to 26-5 overall this campaign.

On the glass, the Bulldogs owned a 39-31 rebounding edge and FSU also forced 17 turnovers while outscoring the Spartans 17-15 in points off miscues.

FSU outscored Tampa 13-9 in the third period before the Spartans put up 20 fourth-quarter points while tying to climb back into the game.

Tampa, which closed the year with a 31-7 overall record, was led by Mya Giusto with 16 points. Audrey Ramsey added 11 points and Sarah Jones scored 10 points.

Wednesday's national semifinal game will be carried live by CBS Sports Network. In addition, the live local radio broadcast will air on Sunny 97.3 FM and the Bulldog Sports Network with pregame coverage starting at 6:30 p.m. (ET).

Ferris State Track squads get off to good start in outdoor season at Lee Invite

The Ferris State University men's and women's track and field squads opened outdoor season action over the weekend (March 22-23), competing at the Lee University Invitational in Cleveland, Tenn.

The Bulldogs had a selected number of student-athletes take part in the opening event of the outdoor season.

FSU's Aaron Pierce won the long jump (20-9) while Devin Dennison took third in the hammer throw (165-9). Cooper Sorsen placed fifth in the 10,000 meters (31:23.81) while Brendan Cairney came in seventh in the same race (32:03.31).

Hunter Richardson placed 10th in the shot put (39-11.25) on the men's end with Blaine Rogers 11th in the 110-meter hurdles (15.82).

For the women, FSU's Claudia Wilkinson came in fourth in the high jump (5-2.25) while Nyah Tyron came in fourth in the 400-meter hurdles (1:06.99).

Rebecca Marvin was fifth in the discus (109-11), seventh in the shot put (36-6.25) and 16th in the hammer throw (127-10).

FSU's Angela Kotecki took sixth place in the 400 hurdles (1:12.14) and Abigail Winkle wound up sixth in the 400 meters (59.55) while Daisey Englund finished ninth in the 800 meters (2:23.12) with Ella Kowatch 13th in the event (2:25.04).

Hanna Brock was 11th in the 5,000 meters (17:43.00) while Isabel Dziadzio finished 12th in the javelin (82-9). Lacey Zimmerman was 15th in the 100 meters (12.70) and Whitney Farrell placed 16th in the 5,000 meters (17:58.10).

The Bulldogs will head to the Hilltopper Relays March 29-30 in Louisville, Ky.

Visit the link below for complete meet results:
https://live.xpresstiming.com/meets/32222/teams/794298

FEMA reopening disaster recovery center opening in Alpine Township

FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) will be re-opening a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Alpine Township at the Henze Center Community Room (Alpine Township Fire Station 1) located at 1100 Henze Street NW in Comstock Park for residents and business owners impacted by the August 24 - 26 tornadoes, severe storms, and flooding.

The DRC will be open for one additional week starting on Monday, March 25 and ending on Saturday, March 30. The hours of operation for the DRC will be Monday through Saturday 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.  

The purpose of this DRC is to assist people who are applying for FEMA or Small Business Administration (SBA) financial assistance including temporary lodging, basic home repairs, and other disaster-related expenses. 

Residents and business owners who suffered property damage or other losses due to this weather event have until April 8, 2024 to apply for assistance from FEMA or SBA. They can do so by either calling the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 or going online at disasterassistance.gov to complete the application. It is important to note that multilingual operators are available to assist those who may require language support.

If residents or business owners need assistance filling out their application, have questions about their application, or if they have received a notice of ineligibility that they wish to challenge, they can come to the DRC to meet in-person with FEMA and SBA representatives. Notices of ineligibility are routine in this process and do not necessarily mean that one cannot receive assistance. Many times, it means that they have not yet provided enough information for the application to be approved.

FEMA has also assembled numerous press releases that address many of the frequently asked questions people have when applying for assistance. Click here to review this information.

How Ferris State fans can follow the men's and women's basketball team's Elite Eight competition

Ferris State University has announced ticket information and game coverage details for the 2024 NCAA Division II Basketball Elite Eight for both the men’s and women’s team games, with fans having options to follow the action in person and at home.

The women’s team is making its first-ever NCAA D2 Elite Eight appearance and captured the program's first NCAA D2 Midwest Regional Championship this past week in Allendale. Ferris State’s 25 wins this season are a school record.

The Bulldogs will take on the University of Tampa in the national quarterfinals at 1 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on Monday, March 25 in the St. Joseph Civic Arena in St. Joseph, Missouri. The team departed Friday to preparations for the women’s basketball team’s first trip to the Elite Eight.

The winners of Monday's quarterfinal games advance to the D2 National Semifinals at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. The national championship game is set for 8 p.m. on Friday, March 29.

Fans can purchase tickets for the Division II Elite Eight online from the St. Joseph Sports Commission Box Office at stjomosports.com or via NCAATickets.com. All seats are general admission.

The Bulldogs will compete in session one at the Elite Eight on Monday with ticket prices $20 for adult single session or $10 for youth - age 5 to college students -- along with senior citizens aged 65 and older. An all-session pass is also offered for $40.

The Ferris State University Alumni Association is planning a pregame reception prior to the quarterfinal-round contest at Geneo's Pizza and Pub, which is located at 809 Francis Street in St. Joseph.

Monday's gathering will take place from 9:30-11 a.m. Central Daylight Time. The free event will be open to Ferris State alumni and fans with a variety of breakfast pizzas, pastries, and beverages available along with a cash bar featuring a mimosa and bloody mary bar. Fans are asked to RSVP in advance at this direct link.

The men’s team, which own a 28-7 overall record this year, will square off against top-seeded Minnesota State in the national quarterfinals on Tuesday, March 26 at 7 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time in Ford Arean in Evansville, Indiana. Ferris State will depart on Saturday afternoon to continue preparations for the school's third-ever Elite Eight appearance.

The winners of Tuesday's quarterfinal games advance to the D2 National Semifinals on Thursday, March 28 at 4:37 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. The national championship game is set for Saturday, March 30, at 3:09 p.m.

Fans can purchase tickets for the Division II Elite Eight at Ticketmaster.com. All seats are general admission. The Bulldogs will compete in session two at the Elite Eight on Tuesday with ticket prices $18 per session online plus applicable fees.

The Ferris State University Alumni Association is planning a pregame reception prior to each Bulldog contest at the Elite Eight. The event will take place at Chaser's Bar and Grill, which is located at 2131 W. Franklin in Evansville. Tuesday's gathering will take place from 3:30-5 p.m. Central Daylight Time. The free event will be open to all Ferris State alumni and fans with a variety of appetizers and beverages available along with a cash bar.

Additional information about the event is at this link.

All Ferris State tournament games will be carried live by local flagship station Sunny 97.3 FM and the Bulldog Sports Network at FerrisStateBulldogs.com. Both national quarterfinal games will be streamed live online at NCAA.com.

A watch party for all games is planned for all Bulldog games at Buffalo Wild Wings, 1264 Perry Ave. in Big Rapids.

The women’s team is making its first NCAA D2 Elite Eight appearance and captured the program's first NCAA D2 Midwest Regional Championship this past week in Allendale. Ferris State’s 25 wins this season are a school record.

The men’s team is 28-7 overall this season and will be making its third overall NCAA D2 Elite Eight appearance and first since claiming the school's first NCAA D2 National Championship in 2018. FSU captured the NCAA D2 Midwest Regional Championship this past week in Indianapolis.

Ferris State, BAMF Health partner to build talented workforce

Ferris State University is partnering with BAMF Health, a world leader in molecular imaging and theranostics headquartered in Grand Rapids, to provide students with in-demand skills in a rapidly changing field and support the company’s trailblazing work.

BAMF, which stands for Bold Advanced Medical Future, started in 2018 and uses the most advanced AI-enabled technology to detect and treat cancer, Alzheimer’s Disease, heart disease, and more.

Leaders from BAMF Health and Ferris State on Friday signed an agreement pledging to explore collaboration in a variety of areas to grow and enhance Michigan’s workforce. The goal is to support the growing theranostics field in the state by providing in-demand skills for Ferris State students and continuing education opportunities for BAMF Health employees at all levels.

This collaboration has strong support from several Michigan state legislators including House Speaker Joe Tate. Speaker Tate, along with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, are committed to growing Michigan’s knowledge economy through public-private partnerships such as this. Speaker Tate was on hand for the signing ceremony at Ferris State’s David L. Eisler Center.

The Ferris State – BAMF Health partnership includes creating certification programs for Quality Control/Assurance and Regulatory Affairs, and Nuclear Medicine Technologists. Areas of focus also include creating student experiences and research opportunities and looking at ways to improve patient experience and program thinking.

Ferris State President Bill Pink said there is already a strong connection between the two, as many Ferris State and Kendall College for Art and Design of Ferris State University alumni play key roles on the BAMF Health team.

“Ferris State, throughout its nearly 140-year history, has partnered with leaders in many fields to help our students gain valuable, in-demand skills and grow a talented workforce,” Ferris State President Bill Pink said. “We are especially proud to work with BAMF Health, an innovative organization that is committed to finding new ways to tackle some of society’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Our students will have unimaginable opportunities to be a part of impactful work, and we can help BAMF Health employees gain new skills to help them advance in their careers.”

BAMF Health is revolutionizing precision medicine and theranostics by leveraging the most advanced imaging technology to detect and treat cancer and other devastating diseases. The company is also a leading clinical trials site for testing new diagnostic tools and therapies developed by radiopharmaceutical companies around the world.

“BAMF Health has ushered in a new frontier of medicine and is pushing the limits of what’s possible,” said BAMF Health CEO Dr. Anthony Chang. “We need new talent with advanced skillsets to make precision medicine accessible and affordable for all. Strategic partnerships with academic centers like Ferris State help us to curate this next generation of talent who will do what we never thought possible.”

The company is planning to work with Ferris State’s College of Pharmacy and other programs to train current employees as well as work with Ferris State students looking to enter the field.

This partnership connects so many dots for our university’s numerous stakeholders,” Provost Bobby Fleischman said. “From our alumni working at BAMF Health, to our students and faculty who will work together at the company’s cutting-edge facility, this represents one of our strategic pillars—and, that is, innovation. Taken together with our applied learning approach to instruction, it distinguishes Ferris graduates from others as they graduate to the tech-focused workforce in West Michigan and throughout the state”.

Kasey Thompson, Ferris State’s special assistant to the president for innovation and entrepreneurship, said the collaboration with BAMF is a perfect example of how the university can work with partners in new ways, building a talented workforce here in Michigan. 

“It’s exciting to think about the impactful work that will transpire through this collaboration,” said Dr. Kasey Thompson, an associate professor and special assistant to the president for innovation and entrepreneurship. “Bringing together the expertise of Ferris State faculty and the innovative team at BAMF will create opportunities that we are still imagining.”

Ferris State Tennis sweeps Davenport in first conference action

The Ferris State University men's and women's tennis squads opened up Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) play on Friday (March 22) with a road sweep over Davenport in league action.

The men's squad earned a 6-1 triumph over the Panthers while the Bulldog women came away with a 4-3 victory in the first conference match of the year.

The two contests were played at the Grand Rapids Racquet and Fitness Club.

In the women's contest, Ferris State faced a Davenport team that entered the tilt with 11 wins already this season. DU scored the initial point of the match by taking the second and third doubles spots in the lineup, although the FSU combination of Morgan Waller and Ana Hernandez Ferrer were victorious by a 6-4 score at the top position.

FSU came back strong in the singles round, winning at four of the six flights. Waller was a straight-set winner at one singles while Sophie Daavittila came away with a win at two singles and Maria Hernandez Ferrer posted a 6-3, 6-4 victory at the fourth spot. Finally, FSU's Kennedy Dumas clinched the match for the third time this year, coming away with a big win to secure the victory in the last match on the court.

In the men's encounter, Ferris State captured the opening point with wins at two and three doubles. The Bulldogs then dominated the singles round, winning in straight-sets at one, three, fourt and five singles along with a three-set triumph at six singles. DU's only point came via a three-set victory at two singles.

The Bulldogs will continue league road action on Saturday (March 23), visiting Purdue Northwest for a league twin bill starting at 2 p.m. (ET). The match will be contested at the Match Point Tennis and Fitness Center in Griffith, Ind.

Below are links to the match results:

Men - https://dupanthers.com/sports/mens-tennis/stats/2023-24/ferris-state/boxscore/72665

Women - https://dupanthers.com/sports/womens-tennis/stats/2023-24/ferris-state/boxscore/71998

Extensive environmental studies done on Gotion's property have found no evidence of eagle nest

Gotion Inc. today announced that extensive environment studies done from the fall of 2022 until this week on its Green Charter Township property found absolutely no evidence of an eagle nest or eagle activity.

Barr Engineering Co., a top-tier engineering and environmental consulting firm with an office in Grand Rapids, performed the independent studies on 252 acres of the property’s mature forested area. The evaluations “identified no bald eagle nests or nesting activities.”

Misinformation quickly spread on social media after an area resident trespassed on Gotion’s property, took several photos of a small nest, and posted them on social media claiming the nest was an eagle nest.

“Protecting and preserving our environment continues to be a top concern for Gotion Inc. as we move forward with our battery components facility in Green Charter Township,” said Chuck Thelen, vice president of Gotion Inc. – North American Manufacturing.  “And safeguarding our environment also means ensuring the protection of our state’s beautiful and diverse wildlife.

“It’s our understanding that two elected officials have contacted the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding the issue,” Thelen said. “Gotion Inc. welcomes and invites USFWS officials on our property at any time so they can also verify there are no eagle nests on our property.”

In an attempt to stop the ongoing misinformation, Thelen said he is willing to give a representative from the opposition group a personal tour of the property to check for eagle nests.

“We realize most people who still oppose our facility don't try to distort the truth in any way, which is greatly appreciated,” Thelen said. “But the simple truth is that a small minority of people within this opposition group continue to deliberately spread misinformation.

“Gotion has contracted with an environmental company to evaluate the site for species present that range from ants to zebras. The report repeatedly shows there are no endangered or protected species on the site,” Thelen said. “The most recent extremist hoax executed by pathological liars has again manipulated my community into outrage using fabrications specifically designed to destroy the community. The good and honest people in our area must speak out against such blatant and continuous disrespect from these extremists. I am sick of them making my community the laughingstock of our great nation.

"The American bald eagle is a symbol of freedom,” Thelen said. “If eagles ever decide to nest on our property, we would defend it and preserve it with the attention that our national symbol deserves. No self-respecting American would use our American symbols of freedom to promote fear and bigotry."

This weekend's Ferris State softball home games postponed due to expected weather

Due to expected weather conditions, this weekend's Ferris State University softball home games have been postponed.

The Bulldogs were slated to open Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) play at home against Saginaw Valley State on Saturday and Wayne State on Sunday, but the two twin bills have been called off as significant snowfall is expected to arrive prior to the weekend.

The matchup between the Bulldogs and SVSU has been moved to Monday, March 25, starting at 2 p.m. (ET) for the opening game of the league doubleheader in Big Rapids if weather permits.

Meanwhile, the two games versus Wayne State have been rescheduled for Tuesday, April 2, also starting at 2 p.m. (ET) for the opener.

Stay tuned to FerrisStateBulldogs.com for further schedule updates as needed.

Vehicle rolls into lake near boat launch at Jensen Lake

On Thursday, Mar. 21, Mecosta County Deputies were dispatched to single vehicle accident at 90th Ave. and Lakeview Blvd. The vehicle was located at the boat launch in the water.

It appeared that the vehicle had rolled multiple times and landed in the lake. Upon arrival nobody was in or around the vehicle. The driver was identified as a 35-year-old male out of Muskegon County. The male was located at his residence by Muskegon County Deputies and is being treated for non-life threating injuries in Muskegon County.

The Mecosta County Sheriff's Office was assisted by Barryton Fire & Rescue, Chippewa Martiny Township Fire & Rescue, Mecosta County Dive Team, Mecosta County EMS, And Meceola Central Dispatch.

Osceola County Sheriff's Office warning public of personal and online fraudulent activities

The Osceola County Sheriff's Office has been receiving numerous reports of fraudulent activities.

One such scam involved an older couple who fell victim to a scheme where impostors posed as representatives from an insurance company. Pretending to have the couple's grandson on the line, the scammers claimed he had been involved in a severe accident and demanded $8,000 for alleged damages. To further influence the situation, a person mimicking the grandson's voice spoke, supposedly injured and in need of medical assistance.

In another case, several people reported encountering scams on Facebook Marketplace. Sellers attempted to deceive buyers by requesting upfront payment to secure products, despite the absence of any guarantee or assurance of delivery. When buyers refused, sellers resorted to coercion, claiming the items would only be reserved upon receipt of payment.

Please use extreme caution and verify the authenticity of such claims before taking any action.

This type of activity can be reported to the National Consumers League Fraud Information Center at 202-835-3323 or visit www.fraud.org for assistance.

Nearly 1.3M jobs, $69B in wages supported by Michigan food and agriculture industries

The food and agriculture industries support 1,292,344 jobs in Michigan while creating $68.8 billion in wages, according to the latest Feeding the Economy report.

Released March 19 in conjunction with National Ag Day, the report details national, state and county-level estimates for the direct and indirect economic contributions of the industries.

In addition to impressive jobs and wages, Michigan’s food and agriculture industries contribute an estimated $29 billion in taxes.

In total, the industries’ total output in Michigan is estimated to be $246.55 billion.

“The report again confirms that agriculture and food is a key economic driver in the prosperity of Michigan,” said Loren Koeman, Michigan Farm Bureau lead economist.

“The starting point of all that activity is the diversity, abundance, and efficiency of Michigan’s farms. Michigan farm families are proud to be the backbone of one of the largest industries in the state, while providing healthy and delicious food for Michigan, the U.S. and world with over $2.5 billion dollars in exports.”

For the study, the food industry includes any business involved in food agriculture, food manufacturing, food wholesaling, and food retailing.

Nationally, the report shows that the total economic impact for the food and agriculture-related industries grew 11.8% over the last year, reaching $9.63 trillion — representing 20.01% of total U.S. output.

Meanwhile, jobs in the food and ag sectors have grown by nearly 20% since the 2020 report, now totaling 48.6 million in the U.S. The total number of direct jobs in agriculture has also grown by 800,000 since the 2020 report, representing a 20% increase.

From the 2020 Feeding the Economy report to now, food and ag manufacturing jobs grew at a faster rate than any other job category. As a result, manufacturing of agricultural production now accounts for almost 20% of America’s manufacturing jobs, over twice as many as automobile manufacturing.

Wages have grown exponentially as well, jumping to $2.77 trillion nationally — an increase of nearly 34% since the 2020 report — while total taxes generated by the industries have also increased by nearly 37% to $1.25 trillion.

Learn more about the report here.

Ferris State men's basketball battles back to top Lake Superior State, advance to Elite 8 in NCAA DII national tournament

Ferris State University will have two basketball teams competing in the Elite Eight round of the NCAA Division II National Tournament as the men’s team battled back to win the Midwest Regional Championship on Tuesday.

The Bulldogs trailed Lake Superior State University by 16 points early in the game, but won 86-81 to advance to the next round of the tournament, which will be played in Evansville, Ind.

The men join the women’s team, which secured its first berth in the Elite Eight by topping archrival Grand Valley State University on Monday night on GVSU’s home court. It’s the first time both Ferris State teams have advanced this deep into the tournament at the same time.

It’s the third Elite Eight performance for the men’s team, which won the national title in 2018.

Head Coach Andy Bronkema said he was impressed by how his team battles back, doesn’t lose focus, and figures out how to make mid-game adjustments.

“If you look at any of these conference games, we were down at halftime of all three,” he said. “Overcoming the deficits we had here, it’s just a team that won’t give up. It stays the course and believes in the mission. They believe in each other, and they sacrifice a lot, too. And once you get at team to that point, you have your best chance.”

Ferris State fell behind early as Lake Superior State caught fire early and built a 16-point lead at one stage of the game. The Bulldogs fought back within five at halftime and erased the deficit by scoring the first nine points of the second half to grab the lead.

From there, the game went back and forth down the stretch. LSSU held a four-point lead with less than three minutes to go, but Ferris State rallied and came away with the win, notching the regional crown on the heels of last week's Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Tournament Championship.

Ferris State was led by Ethan Erickson with 23 points in the game, including making his first five three-point attempts in the opening half to help Ferris State climb back into the game. He was joined in double-digits by seniors Ben Davidson and Vejas Grazulis with 11 points each while both senior Dolpao Olayinka and junior Reece Hazelton added 10 points apiece.

Lake Superior State, which had split the regular-season series' with the Bulldogs, were led by Devin Womack with 20 points. Kingsley Perkins added 16 points while Tyson Edmondson scored 14 points, Hunter Soper tallied 13 points and Xander Okerlund netted 10 points.

Ferris State improved to 28-7 overall this season with its sixth-straight postseason win.

Both Erickson and Davidson were named to the regional all-tournament team and Erickson brought home Most Valuable Player accolades.

Bronkema said he’s excited to have both the men’s and women’s teams advancing in the tournament, saluting the squad led by Head Coach Kurt Westendorp.

“I almost wished we would have played first because Kurt put a lot of pressure on me!” Bronkema joked. “We watched that game in the lobby of the hotel. Very, very proud of Kurt and his team. Those girls are awesome people. They make it fun to be around and they are a joy to travel with. It’s a pretty cool experience for Ferris State. Soak it in because it’s rare. Championships like this are uncommon. We’ve got two teams going in to the Elite Eight!”

Gov. Whitmer announces first-ever Michigan statewide workforce plan

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer yesterday released the Michigan Statewide Workforce Plan. The comprehensive, all-access roadmap lays out ambitious strategies and data-driven actions needed to build on Michigan’s success and ensure all Michiganders have the skills, opportunities, and support they need to make it in Michigan. 

The Michigan Statewide Workforce Plan, unanimously approved by the Michigan Workforce Development Board, marks the first time the State of Michigan has laid out a formal vision to create jobs, support workers and employers. It is yet another example of how Michigan is leading the way in workforce development. Michigan’s workforce system is #1 in credential attainment for adults, #2 in helping adults get employed and #6 in the nation for registered apprenticeships. Michigan serves more workforce participants than any other state in the Midwest.

“Michigan’s workforce embodies the grit and innovation that defines our state,” said Whitmer. “Every Michigander deserves a fair shot at success, and it’s our collective responsibility to ensure opportunity reaches every corner of the state. With the Michigan Statewide Workforce Plan, we are charting a course toward a future that empowers individuals, strengthens the employers in our communities and propels Michigan’s economy forward for generations to come.” 

The Michigan Statewide Workforce Plan includes three core pillars with corresponding goals and strategies that will help the state address key workforce challenges, including a lack of skilled talent due to the changing economy and barriers Michiganders face when trying to access job opportunities. These three pillars include: 

  • Help More Michiganders Earn a Skills Certificate or Degree: Increase the number of Michiganders with the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow by creating a nimble and responsive education and talent pipeline. The goal is to grow the number of working-age adults with a skill certificate or college degree from 51.1% today to 60% by 2030. 
  • Increase Access to Opportunities that Grow the Middle Class: Build Michigan’s middle class by removing barriers to education, employment and quality of life so that by the end of 2027, 75,000 households have moved into the middle class, improving Michigan’s middle-class ranking from 28th to top 10 in the nation. 
  • Support Business and Entrepreneurial Growth through Talent Solutions: Grow good-paying jobs by connecting businesses with the talent they need to thrive in Michigan with the end goal of making Michigan a Top 10 state for labor force participation rate growth by the end of 2027.   

“The state’s transition to clean energy, in addition to the federal dollars Michigan is bringing home to support transformative projects, is creating new and exciting opportunities for businesses and workers across our state,” said Susan Corbin, Director of the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. “Every Michigander should have access to the skills and opportunities they need to build brighter futures. By working collaboratively across state departments and communities to provide the tools and resources businesses and workers need to thrive, we can provide a roadmap that enables them to seize the jobs and economic opportunities on the horizon.” 

The Michigan Statewide Workforce Plan ties into LEO’s new All-Access Michigan approach, highlighting LEO’s critical role in the development and implementation of broad-stroke strategies to drive individual economic success and growth for the state. Using unique strategies and programs and innovative partnerships, LEO is addressing structural challenges that have historically prevented people and businesses from achieving their full potential. Programs that fall under All-Access Michigan include the Going PRO Talent Fund, EV Jobs Academy, Registered Apprenticeships, and many others.

The plan highlights that for Michigan to achieve quality job growth benefiting all residents, it is crucial to prioritize support for business competitiveness, expansion and talent development. According to a 2022 MEDC survey, hiring and locating talent was the top concern for Michigan small businesses. 

“As we implement the Make it in Michigan strategy focused on people, places, and projects, the MEDC is pleased to continue our work alongside Governor Whitmer, LEO and legislative partners on this responsive solution that personifies the Team Michigan approach of being an efficient, one-stop shop for businesses of all sizes to succeed,” said Quentin L. Messer, Jr., CEO of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. “Every day, we work hard to ensure we’re not only attracting and retaining businesses, but also providing the greatest asset for any company – skilled talent, whether through progress toward a certificate, training, or degree – and giving talented Michiganders a great place to call home. Across state government, as we demonstrate that ‘more people can in Michigan,’ Team Michigan is committed to accelerating a state business environment where it is easier for businesses to identify and connect with Michiganders trained in solving today’s commercial challenges and identifying tomorrow’s unknown opportunities.”  

From preschool to postsecondary to prosperity, Michigan has a strong network of local, regional, and state partners that are helping children, students and working adults develop new skills. The Michigan Statewide Workforce Development Plan outlines a collaborative vision where education institutions, state departments and community organizations work together to ensure all Michiganders have access to opportunities, training and support they need to achieve success. 

“The Michigan Statewide Workforce Plan acknowledges that building a strong workforce begins long before you’re looking for a job,” said Michelle Richard, Acting Director of the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential. “It starts with ensuring high quality, affordable options are available from early childhood education through postsecondary for every Michigander, regardless of their address or income. We look forward to working with our partners across the state to make the vision of Michigan’s first workforce plan a reality that improves the quality of life for all of us.” 

The Michigan Statewide Workforce Development plan was approved by the Michigan Workforce Development Board on Monday, March 18 at their meeting in Detroit.?Several state departments developed the plan with input from leaders from labor, business, community and other economic and workforce development leaders. 

“The Michigan Statewide Workforce Plan brought together a diverse group of stakeholders to set a vision to help Michigan become a Top 10 state for growth and prosperity,” said Jeff Donofrio, president and CEO of Business Leaders for Michigan and Interim Chair of the Workforce Development Board. “Now the harder work begins to implement the strategies around increasing the number of Michiganders with a degree or credential, removing barriers to opportunities, and enabling entrepreneurial and business growth so that we can achieve these goals.”  

“Michigan’s 31 community and tribal colleges applaud the Michigan Workforce Development Board’s release of the comprehensive statewide workforce plan,” said Brandy Johnson, President of the Michigan Community College Association. “The Whitmer administration has maintained a steadfast commitment to boosting postsecondary educational attainment, particularly among working-aged adults as we sprint toward the Sixty by 30 goal. Our colleges will continue working shoulder-to-shoulder with state partners and local employers to develop the talent needed in our ever-evolving labor market.”      

“There are few things more important to our future success as a state than providing solid pathways to rewarding, sustainable careers,” said Lee Graham, Executive Director, Operating Engineers 324 Labor-Management Education Committee and Michigan Workforce Development Board Member. “The Michigan Statewide Workforce Plan is a robust, thoughtful, and well-defined roadmap to achieve just that. The Plan’s inclusion of Registered Apprenticeships – “earn while you learn” accredited programs – highlights the great opportunities these programs provide, and we applaud their continued support.” 

“Employers in Michigan struggle to fill jobs, Michiganders needs support gaining the skills for in-demand careers and students need help with career navigation," said Shana M. LewisDirector, National Workforce Development and Talent Supply Innovation for Trinity Health, Michigan Workforce Development Board Member and Michigan Works! Association Board Member. “The Workforce Development Plan is an essential guide for the State of Michigan to help close those gaps and to focus on building our workforce. I’m pleased to be participating in this collaborative work between the State of Michigan and Michigan employers.”  

View the full Workforce Development Plan on the Workforce Board web page

Lions sign unrestricted free agent offensive guard Kevin Zeitler

The Detroit Lions announced today that they have signed unrestricted free agent G Kevin Zeitler. Contract terms were not disclosed.

Zeitler comes to Detroit after spending the last three seasons (2021-23) with the Baltimore Ravens, starting all 47 games in which he appeared. He was named to his first-career Pro Bowl following the 2023 season.

Originally entering the NFL in 2012 as a first-round draft pick (27th overall) out of Wisconsin by the Cincinnati Bengals, Zeitler split the first 12 seasons of his career with the Bengals (2012-16), Cleveland Browns (2017-18), New York Giants (2019-20) and Ravens. He has appeared in 182-career games (181 starts) and has started seven-career postseason contests.

Morton Township reschedules meeting to discuss potential RV park development

The Morton Township Planning Commission has changed the date of their regular meeting from Wednesday, Mar. 20 to Wednesday, Apr. 3 at 5:30 P.M. at the Mecosta Elementary gymnasium, 555 W. Main St, Mecosta.

It is likely that the proposed rezoning of a property for a large-scale RV Park development will be on the agenda. This is not a public hearing, but citizens will have the opportunity to voice their opinions.

This development could significantly impact the community. Input is valuable to the Morton Township Planning Commission and the Township Board as they review the proposed development and its impact on the community.

All Morton Township residents are encouraged to attend the meeting and respectfully participate in citizen comments. For more information, visit: www.mortontownship.org

Ferris State women's basketball headed to next round of the NCAA DII tournament by topping rival GVSU in Midwest Regional Championship

The Ferris State University women's basketball squad captured the school's first NCAA Division II Midwest Regional Championship on Monday night, knocking off top-seeded rival Grand Valley State 49-46 and heading to the Elite Eight round of the national tournament.

The Bulldogs beating the rival Lakers in GVSU’s home arena before a boisterous crowd to move to 25-5 on the year. It marked Ferris State’s second win over GVSU in three tries this year – and ended with players, coaches and alumni cutting down the nets.

The Ferris State men’s team will try to keep pace with the women in the Elite Eight with a Midwest Regional Conference Championship game against Lake Superior State on Tuesday in Indianapolis.

The women’s basketball NCAA Division II Elite Eight is set for March 25-29 in St. Joseph, Mo., and matchups along with game times will be announced soon by the NCAA following the completion of regional final play on Tuesday.

The Bulldogs, who topped the defending champions in the prior round, took a slim halftime lead in the back-and-forth game and led by as many as 11 points in the third period before the Lakers battled back. From there, Ferris State held onto the lead down the stretch and came away with the three-point win.

The Bulldogs got 13 points off the bench from sophomore Mya Hiram along with 12 points from junior guard Kadyn Blanchard. Seniors Chloe Idoni and Mallory McCartney both added eight points each in a balanced Bulldog effort.

Ferris State shot 36.5 percent from the floor and was six-of-15 from long range along with five-of-10 at the free throw stripe. The Bulldogs also held the Lakers to only 30.2 percent shooting with GVSU finishing six-of-25 from beyond the arc and eight-of-nine at the line.

The Lakers won the rebounding battle 35-34, but also had 15 turnovers compared to 11 for FSU. Ferris State tallied 22 points inside the paint compared to 20 for the Lakers. Ferris State also had 10 steals in the game.

With the win, the women’s team claimed its first-ever regional championship as the appearance in the final was only its second in school history and first since 2007.

Reed City Police: Weekly Blotter (3/11 - 3/17)

Monday, March 11

  • An officer responded to a call of a found purse. The officer contacted the owner and the purse was returned.

  • An officer responded to a call regarding someone’s property being stolen. After investigation, the property was returned to its rightful owner.

  • An officer assisted OCSD with a case of some stolen property.

  • An officer issued an abatement notice for trash ordinance violations.

  • An officer recovered some stolen property from a prior case report.

Tuesday, March 12

  • An officer responded to a call for possible drugs found at an establishment. The case is still open pending investigation.

  • An officer was dispatched to a burglar alarm at an apartment complex. The reports turned out to be unfounded.

  • An officer issued an appearance citation to a 28-year-old male that was soliciting without a permit.

  • An officer issued appearance citations to a 27-year-old male and a 30-year-old female that were soliciting without a permit.

  • An officer was dispatched to a runaway complaint. After getting the information it was determined the teen was not a runaway.

Wednesday, March 13

  • An officer issued an abatement notice for an inoperable vehicle in violation of city ordinances.

  • An officer issued an abatement notice for trash improperly stored in violation of city ordinances.

  • An officer assisted the sheriff's department with a traffic stop that lead to the arrest of 69-year-old male for outstanding warrants.

  • An officer was requested to perform a well being check on a juvenile. The child was fine.

Thursday, March 14

  • An officer responded to a possible larceny. The case is still open and under investigation.

    An officer responded to a call regarding a possible assault that happened between a staff member and a resident from the Nursing Home. After looking into the allegations, the case was transferred over to the Prosecutor's Office for investigation.

Friday, March 15

  • Nothing reported.

Saturday, March 16

  • An officer observed some large furniture and trash on the side of the road in violations of city ordinances. An abatement notice was issued.

  • An officer responded to a call regarding a domestic dispute in progress. After arrival, both parties calmed down and no further actions were required.

Sunday, March 17

  • While patrolling, an Officer found the door of a town business unlocked. After searching inside, the officer secured and locked the business.

  • An officer was dispatched to a disorderly special needs juvenile. The juvenile calmed and no further action was needed.

  • An officer responded to a call regarding someone being loud and making too much noise at an apartment complex. After investigating and talking to all parties involved, a resident was issued a civil Infraction ticket for violation of the noise ordinance.

Mecosta County Sheriff's Office: Weekly Blotter (3/11 - 3/17)

Monday, March 11

  • At around 8:09 P.M., deputies responded to a domestic, at a residence in Martiny TWP. A male subject was arrested for domestic assault. He was lodged at the Mecosta County Jail.

Calls for Service: 15

Traffic Accidents: 1

 

Tuesday, March 12

  • At around 9:00 P.M., deputies made a warrant arrest in Morton TWP. A male subject was arrested on a felony warrant. He was lodged at the Mecosta County Jail.

Calls for Service: 13

Traffic Accidents: 1

Car/Deer Accidents: 1

 

Wednesday, March 13

  • At 8:27 A.M., deputies made a traffic stop in Austin TWP. The traffic stop resulted in the male driver being arrested on a warrant. He was lodged at the Mecosta County Jail.

Calls for Service: 22

Car/Deer Accidents: 1

 

Thursday, March 14

Calls for Service: 18

Traffic Accidents: 3

 

Friday, March 15

Calls for Service: 23

Car/Deer Accidents: 2

 

Saturday, March 16

  • At 01:06 A.M., deputies made a traffic stop in Aetna TWP. The traffic stop resulted in the male driver being arrested for OWI.  He was lodged at the Mecosta County Jail.

Calls for Service: 24

Car/Deer Accidents: 2

 

Sunday, March 17

Calls for Service: 19

Traffic Accidents: 1

Car/Deer Accidents: 1

 

Both Ferris State basketball teams in NCAA DII Sweet Sixteen after men's team ousts top seed and women's team dethrones defending champions

The Ferris State University has two basketball teams in the NCAA Division II Sweet Sixteen after the men’s team pulled off the thrilling comeback to knock out the top seed University of Indianapolis in overtime on Sunday.

The women’s team, which beat defending nation champion Ashland on Saturday, will play rival Grand Valley State University on Monday in Allendale. The first 250 Ferris State students will be admitted to the game for free with their student ID.

The men’s team faces Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference counterpart Lake Superior State at 7 p.m. Tuesday in Indianapolis. The winner of Tuesday's game claims both the Midwest Regional Championship and earns a berth into the NCAA Division II Elite Eight.

On Sunday, the Bulldogs trailed by as many as 13 points with 10:48 to play in the game after falling behind by nine at halftime. The team mounted a late charge and ultimately outscored the Greyhounds 39-30 in the final 20 minutes of regulation to tie the game up.

In overtime, the Bulldogs made enough timely shots and hit several critical free throws to knock out the regional host and move into the regional final for the first time since claiming the school's first NCAA Division II National Championship in 2018. Ferris State reached the regional semifinals each of the past two years before bowing out.

The Bulldogs were led by the combination of senior guard Ben Davidson and junior guard Ethan Erickson, who both knocked down critical shots down the stretch and in overtime. Davidson scored a team-high 25 points while Erickson added 22 points. FSU also got 15 points from senior DeSean Munson on the inside along with 11 points by senior guard Amari Lee.

Indianapolis was led by Jarvis Walker with 28 points and the duo of Kendrick Tchoua and David Ejah, who both totaled 16 points. Jesse Bingham added 14 points as Indianapolis closed the year with a 23-9 overall mark.

The game featured seven lead changes and was tied eight times, but Ferris State only led for 3:52 overall with the bulk coming in overtime.

The Bulldogs improved to 27-7 overall with the win, which was Ferris State’s eighth in a row this season.

Ferris State, which is midst its 17th all-time NCAA Tournament appearance, has reached the regional final for the third time under head coach Andy Bronkema.

Tuesday's championship game will be carried live by Sunny 97.3 FM and the Bulldog Sports Network with online coverage available at FerrisStateBulldogs.com. A live pay-per-view video webcast will also be offered at NCAA.com.

The women ’s team advanced to the NCAA Division II Midwest Regional Championship game for the second time in university history. The game will be broadcast in on WXSP-TV with a 7:05 p.m. tipoff.

The Bulldogs knocked off defending national champion Ashland by a 64-59 score in semifinal-round play on Saturday in Allendale.

Colfax Township t-bone accident leaves both drivers injured Sunday afternoon

On Sunday, Mar. 17 at approximately 12:16 P.M., deputies from the Mecosta County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to the intersection of 150th Ave. and McKinley Rd. (M-20) in Colfax Township for a two-vehicle injury accident. 

The investigation revealed that a 21-year-old female from Jackson was on 150th Ave. and stopped at the stop sign waiting to turn left. The female failed to yield to oncoming traffic going east bound and pulled out in front of 17-year-old male from Lake Isabella, hitting the vehicle. Subsequently, the Lake Isabella male "t-boned" the Jackson female on the drivers side. 

The Jackson female was transported from the scene by Mecosta County EMS to the Big Rapids Hospital for non life threatening injuries. The Lake Isabella male was evaluated on scene by EMS and refused further medical treatment. 

Deputies were assisted on scene by Mecosta County EMS, Colfax Fire/Rescue, Big Rapids City Fire/Rescue, Big Rapids Towing and Meceola Central Dispatch. 

Robin Hood airport fencing and Depot Park art on docket for city commission meeting tomorrow

The City Commission of Big Rapids will be meeting tomorrow evening, Monday, Mar. 18, at City Hall at 6:30 P.M.

Business items include resolutions of bids for the following projects:

  • Local governing body resolution for charitable gaming licenses for Pride Big Rapids

  • Awarding bid for fencing at Roben Hood Airport

  • Amending Fiscal Year 2023/2024 general appropriations for
    Roben Hood Airport fencing

  • Resolution of intent to finance the purchase by construction of fencing for the Roben-Hood Airport by installment purchase agreement

  • Approving public art in Depot Park

  • Resolution on mayoral appointments to boards and commissions

The meeting will also include a study session on a capital improvement plan by Director of Community Development Michelle Stenger and nine-day early voting update by City Clerk Tamyra Gillis.

All city commission meetings are available to the public for attending.

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TUESDAY 4/2/24

Reed City @ Evart - 4:00pm & 6:00pm

Harrison @ Chippewa Hills - 4:00pm & 6:00pm 

Tri-County @ Greenville - 4:15pm

Lakeview @ Vestaburg - 4:00pm

 

WEDNESDAY 4/3/24

Petoskey @ Big Rapids - 4:00pm & 6:00pm

 

THURSDAY 4/4/24

Reed City @ Kingsley - 4:15pm & 6:15pm

Chippewa Hills @ Farwell - 4:15pm & 6:15pm

 

FRIDAY 4/5/24

Big Rapids @ Cadillac - 4:00pm & 6:00pm

 

SATURDAY 4/6/24

Mason County Central @ Reed City - 1:00pm & 3:00pm

Greenville @ Central Montcalm - 10:00am & 12:00pm

 

 

CSAA Softball

TUESDAY 4/2/24

Reed City @ Evart - 4:00pm & 6:00pm

Harrison @ Chippewa Hills - 4:00pm & 6:00pm 

Tri-County @ Greenville - 4:15pm

Lakeview @ Vestaburg - 4:00pm

 

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Petoskey @ Big Rapids - 4:00pm & 6:00pm

 

THURSDAY 4/4/24

Reed City @ Kingsley - 4:15pm & 6:15pm

Chippewa Hills @ Farwell - 4:15pm & 6:15pm

 

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Big Rapids @ Cadillac - 4:00pm

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