Grandparents and rules in a democracy of grandchildren
A reader argues for strict grandparental authority to curb teenage mischief and perceived neglectful parenting. The piece contrasts indulgent permissiveness with an authoritarian regime of clear rules, citing safety, security, and conflict as essential for raising grandchildren. The column ends inviting readers to submit their own Grand Remarks of the Week.
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Nagel’s Meat Donates Hog for Grand Rapids Pig Roast
Nagel’s Meat Processing owner Joe Nagel donated a whole hog to Men’s Recovery at Cherry Health Services in Grand Rapids. The recipient, a former Calhoun County resident now at the center, brings an annual July 4th pig roast tradition to the 75 residents, with staff noting the donation helps residents rebuild coping skills and reconnect with normal life while on parole.
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Nagel’s Meat Processing
Men’s Recovery
Cherry Health Services
Grand Rapids
Calhoun County
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Joanne
Homer
Nagel Meat Processing
22 Mile Road
Men's Recovery
Bingo for Books Comes to Marshall Library
Marshall District Library will host a free Bingo program on Thursday July 12 from 7 to 8 p.m. as part of the Dream Big READ Summer Reading Club. Prizes awarded for each Bingo, no registration, first come seating. Located at 124 West Green Street. Call 269-781-7821 ext 10 or visit marshalldistrictlibrary.org.
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Marshall District Library
West Green Street
Marshalldistrictlibrary.org
New pastor named at Albion church welcomes Rev Karen Haak
On July 1 Rev Karen Haak became interim pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Albion. She holds degrees from Iowa State University Teachers College Columbia University and Princeton Theological Seminary and has served as teacher pastor and executive presbyter across seven churches. A Worship in the Park service is set for July 8 at 10:30 a.m. with a church picnic to follow near the band shell. all are invited to attend.
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Karen Haak
First Presbyterian Church of
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Iowa State University
Teachers College
Columbia University
Princeton Theological Seminary
Lake Michigan
Pine Rest Hospital
St. Mary's Health System
Reader Ads Wanted Standing Timber Prices Paid
Advertisement placement note seeking standing timber buyers for walnut maple oak and cherry with contact number 517 425 9985. Includes price paid inquiry and wood species list for local timber owners to call.
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