Holiday Cheer At 7th Annual ChoiceOne Bank St. Nick Kick By Alexis Mercer Santa and Mrs. Claus, holiday music, jingle bells, snow globes and holiday cheer were all present at the 7th Annual ChoiceOne Back St. Nick Kick on Saturday, December 2. The only thing missing was snow. But the runners didn’t mind that the weather was unseasonably warm. The sunshine was a welcome sight for this holiday event. 129 runners participated in the annual race with registration proceeds going to the Newaygo Public Schools Cross Country Program. The ChoiceOne Bank St. Nick Kick is part of the Newaygo Christmas Festival put on by the River Country Chamber of Commerce. Other events include the Christmas Walk the Friday evening before and the Season of Hope Charity Auction the prior Thursday evening. Runners came from all around, including Kalamazoo, Muskegon, White Cloud, Newaygo, Grand Rapids, Cedar Springs, Fremont and other towns around West Michigan. Newaygo County businesses that supported and made this event possible were ChoiceOne Bank, Magna Mirrors of America, MassMutual Mid-Michigan Ed Fedell, Gene’s Family Market, Fremont Area Community Foundation, Land & Lake Realty, Ottowa Point, Newaygo Family Dental Care, Kohley’s Superior Water & Propane, Anderson’s Silk Screening, Tamarac, North Woods General Store, River Valley Physical Therapy, Cronk’s Oakridge Motel & Restaurant, Sui Generis Home Furniture, Family Health Care, Flying Bear Books, and Dan Vos Construction. A full listing of racer results by age category are posted below.
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When the Sheriff’s Department allowed for a two month beard binge so long as the facial hair resulted in a $25 per month donation to a couple of worthy local causes quite a number of our law enforcement folks stepped up to climb onto the beardwagon.
The result? The DHHS Kid’s Christmas Party and the Newaygo County Autism Community will see over $1500 coming their way through the generosity of the badges behind the beards. Nice work gentlemen. Heat your home safely this winter
NEWAYGO- Brrr! Your home’s heating systems are working double time to keep you warm this winter. The Newaygo Fire Department says safety must be your top priority since heating is the second leading cause of home fires. Follow Newaygo Fire Department's suggestions to keep your home warm and safe. “The biggest mistake is putting something too close to a heating source,” says Jason Wolford, chief of Newaygo Fire Department. “Keep anything that can burn 3 feet away from space heaters, fireplaces, wood stoves, and radiators.” Remember that skin burns too. Make sure that people and pets stay 3 feet away. Use portable heaters that have been listed by a testing laboratory (look for the laboratory’s label). These heaters should have an automatic shut-off switch so that if they are tipped over, they will turn off on their own. Plug portable electric heaters directly into the wall outlet; don’t use an extension cord or power strip. Kerosene heaters must be refueled outside. “Evenings (5-8 p.m.) are the peak time for home heating fires,” says Chief Wolford. “Turn space heaters off when you leave the room or fall asleep.” “Older adults are at increased risk from home fires,” says Wolford. “Older adults have a higher home fire death rate, and heating is the second leading cause of fire deaths for people ages 65 and over.” If you care for an older adult, plan for this increased risk. Check space heaters throughout the season. Make sure that bedding, throws, and clothing are kept at least 3 feet away. Verify that fixed heating equipment is inspected every season and professionally cleaned when necessary. Talk with older adults to make sure that they understand their risk of burns and fire. Plan for emergencies. Older adults may move more slowly or have trouble hearing a smoke alarm because of hearing loss. Make a home fire escape plan around their abilities. Keep the telephone, hearing aids, and eyeglasses next to the bed. If someone in your care uses a cane or wheelchair, decide who will help him or her get out in an emergency.m For additional fire safety information, visit newaygofire.com. Newaygo Fire Department proudly services 56 square miles in Newaygo County. This includes all of Brooks Township, approximately 60 percent of Garfield Township, and the City of Newaygo. This rural department comprised of up to 20 firefighters and one station. Newaygo Fire Department provides the surrounding community with medical first response, fire suppression, and rescue from heights, water, and vehicle entrapment. For more information visit newaygofire.com. |
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