Fry opens Cottage Law

David S. Fry

They wrote the book on cottage law—literally Recently, Attorney David S. Fry opened the Cottage Law Center in Rockford. Fry specializes in the field of cottage law, drawing on his legal experience in the areas of business planning, real estate and estate planning. With 30 years of experience in the practice of law, he has [...]

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Independent Bank receives Financial Literacy Award Independent Bank has been recognized for its 2010 financial literacy efforts by the Michigan Bankers Association (MBA) with the 2011 MBA Financial Literacy Award. Independent Bank reached more than 20,000 individuals through its financial literacy efforts. The bank educated students about workforce readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy through experiential, [...]

NEWS BITS — April 14, 2011

Lance Werner

Kent District Library appoints new director The Kent District Library (KDL) is pleased to announce the selection of Lance Werner to serve as new director of the KDL in Kent County. Werner currently serves as director of the Capital Area District Library in Lansing, and previously worked as library law specialist at the Library of [...]

West Michigan auctioneer wins Michigan Auctioneer Championships

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Jason Lamoreaux of Belding won the 2011 Michigan Auctioneer Championships held in Lansing at the 60th anniversary conference of the Michigan State Auctioneers Association. Competing for the coveted title were 16 contestants from Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. The five finalists were Romayne Graber of Charlotte, Mich., Lamoreaux of Belding, Frank E. Leist of Petoskey, Mich., [...]

News Bits — December 30, 2010

Women’s center announces calendar sales The 2011 Life is Precious calendars are here! The Alpha Family Center in Cedar Springs is so happy to have them printed and ready to bless homes and businesses in the community. You won’t be disappointed at the photos—each baby is a reflection of God’s love. Each $10 calendar sold helps [...]