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From The November 20, 2015 Climax CrescentC-S Volleyball, Football Teams Fall Short In
Regional Championship Games, But Left Their Mark
There were plenty of tears flowing and hugs exchanged over the course of just three days after both the Climax-Scotts volleyball and football teams saw their dreams of grasping a regional championship trophy snatched away with losses.
Mendon overtook the Lady Panthers in the regional championship match Nov. 12 in three sets and then two days later the Panther football team saw its season end in the regional championship game with a 48-14 loss to Ottawa Lake Whiteford.
Audette, Myers, Dixon Have Played Football
Together Since 2nd Grade Rocket Football
While it was especially difficult for the seniors to accept they had played their last high school football game following Climax-Scotts’ 48-14 setback to Ottawa Lake Whiteford in Saturday’s regional championship game, there was a little extra emotional tug for seniors Adam Audette, Dylan Dixon and Todd Myers.
The three seniors have been playing football together since second grade.
Through the Rocket Football program, junior high and now high school, the three have been battling for each other and their teammates.
Swimming At Collegiate Level Has Been Goal
For Mackenzie Perrin For Years
When Climax-Scotts High School senior Mackenzie Perrin signed a letter of intent Nov. 11 to attend Saginaw Valley State University where she plans to be a member of the swimming team, it was the official start to a dream she has had for years.
Perrin said it was soon after she started swimming regularly in the 7th rade and her talents expanded, she developed a goal of swimming at the collegiate level.
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From The November 24, 2000 Climax CrescentSibling Rivalry On The Basketball Court
When Jodi and Jenalee VeenKant step onto the basketball court and are a part of a pickup game against each other, or just shooting hoops in the driveway, a natural instinct of doing their best against the other surfaces.
But sibling rivalry reached a new level for the two Climax sisters when they faced each other in a big Class D Regional contest Wednesday at Wayland Union High School.
Jodi is a senior guard on the Climax-Scotts varsity squad which advanced tot he regionals with its 43-41 win over Martin, while Jenalee is a freshman guard/forward on Kalamazoo First Academy, which defeated Tekonsha in the district championship game to advance to the regionals.
The off court banter and chirping has already begun in the VeenKant household about who’s going to finish on top Monday, but whoever wins, their hearts are in the right place.
Panthers Rule In District Title Game, 43-41
While the country sits on pins and needles waiting for official presidential vote counts to come in from Florida, Martin and Climax-Scotts kept fans on the edge of their seats right to the final buzzer in a Class D District championship game at Lawrence High School Friday evening.
The game wasn’t decided until Sara Harthorn’s 25-footer fell short at the buzzer, allowing the Panthers to post a 43-41 victory over Martin in the District Championship contest.
The last time C-S enjoyed a district championship was 10 years ago.
Sallie Bowman had a big game for the winners, pouring in 18 points, Jessie Loegel added eight points, Jeri Bowman, Katie Moreland and Erin Bailey each scored four points, Janelle VanMiddlesworth added three and Jamie Robbins and Jodi VeenKant each scored one point.
Kelly VeenKant Earns All American Scholar Athlete Honors
Kelly VeenKant, the daughter of Dennis and Karen VeenKant of Climax and a graduate of C-S High School, earned NAIA All American Scholar Athlete honors Saturday at the NAIA Nationals in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
VeenKant, a junior on the team, also helped her Indiana Wesleyan College cross country team to a third place finish at the nationals, finishing 68th overall and fifth for her team with a time of 19:59 on a tough course.
New Township Board Will Retain
Former Assessor Until New One Is Hired
Although it was shorthanded, the Climax Township Board took care of one important matter in a hurry at a special township board meeting Tuesday evening when it hired former township assessor Robert Hibbard on a temporary basis which should put the township on the right path to getting tax notices out by Dec. 1.
Supervisor James Collins, treasurer Connie Hunter, and former treasurer Monique Strong, who was elected to a trustee position, were all sworn into office Monday, giving the new township board the required number of members needed to hold a public meeting Tuesday.
Curtis White, who was elected to a 4-year trustee seat, was not present when Kalamazoo County Clerk Tim Snow swore the newly elected officials into office Monday, but was in attendance at Tuesday evening’s meeting.
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From The November 21, 1975 Climax CrescentOn Sale At Sinclairs Market - Climax
Spartan Grade A Tom Turkeys - lb. 59¢; Spartan Grade A Hen Turkeys - lb. 69¢; Butterball Tom Turkeys - lb. 69¢; Butterball Hen Turkeys - lb. 75¢; Sugary Sam Yams - 40 oz. can 58¢; Libby’s Pumpkin - 16 oz. can 29¢; Fresh Cranberries - lb. bag 29¢
DISPLAYS GIANT PUMPKIN
Mrs. Hazel Worden brought a giant pumpkin over to the Crescent office so we could see it. It was a prize that Sandy had won at Green Meadow Bible Church a couple weeks ago. It measured 69” one way and 70”’ the other.
LOCAL STUDENT FINALIST IN STATE MATH COMPETITION
Fritz Hirzel, a 12th grader at C-S Community School and son of Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Hirzel of 1559 C Drive South, Climax, finished in the top four percent on Part I of the Nineteenth Annual Mathematics Prize Competition and is among 1,000 Michigan students to compete in the final examination on Wednesday, December 3.
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From The November 24, 1950 Climax CrescentROTARY CLUB
This week the members enjoyed Oyster Stew and Pumpkin Pie.
DeWayne Drallette. Leo VanMiddlesworth and John Collver were the Chefs. This relieved the ladies, coming so close to Thanksgiving.
It was an open meeting. The Club will again put up Christmas decorations and lighting and give prizes for the best home decoration as they have done the past two years. This has worked out very successful in creating a keen interest and spreading Christmas cheer.
THANKSGIVING TIME DANCE
The first Farm Bureau dance of the season will be held at the County Center Building, Friday evening, November 24, 9 to 12.
Round and square dancing with Wendell Swain and his orchestra.
As usual, a collection will be taken to help defray expenses.
The Farm Bureau Women’s Activities Committee will be in charge of refreshments.
On Sale At Sinclair’s Market - Climax
Peaches - can 29¢; Corn, cream style - 2-29¢; Shortening - 3 lbs. 81¢; Salad Dressing - qt. 45¢; Catsup - 2 bottles 35¢.
On Sale At Low’s - Climax
Casco Electric Heating Pads - $5.45 to $8.45; Noxzema Skin Cream - 59¢; St. Joseph Aspirin, Childrens - 35¢; Thermos Bottle, pints - $1.49
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From The November 20, 1925 Climax CrescentOn Sale At Ira Barkley - Climax
Mens Canvass Gloves - $1 per doz.; Mens - Black Rubber Boots - $4.00; Girls Over Shoes - $2.25 and $2.50; Ladies Zipper Over Shoes - $4.50
New Idea Club Meets In Scotts
The New Idea Club met at the home of Mrs. Jennie Forbush, Friday afternoon. There were thirteen members present and two visitors Mrs. Carroll White and Mrs. Chester Snyder. It was decided to hold the Christmas meeting at the Grange Hall.
After disposing of all business the remainder of the afternoon was spent socially. Refreshments were served by the hostess.
