Spring break 2013 found a 31-member group of Ferris State University dental hygiene students and other dental professionals in Guyana, South America. Staying with missionaries Dr. Andy and Kathleen Girwamauth, the group spend 10 days providing dental care for those in need. Guyana is a sovereign state that borders Venezuela, Brazil and Suriname on the [...]
Gordon Telfer is a fourth generation (near) native to Big Rapids. he is the husband of a most wonderful wife and father of two fantastic sons. Hie is a graduate of Big Rapids High School and has worked many jobs in Big Rapids, retiring after 30 years from Ferris State University’s College of Pharmacy. A [...]
This column is part of the Travel Beyond series, which is designed to increase awareness of global connections in the Big Rapids area. Through a collaboration between the Office of International Education’s Center for Global Studies and Engagement at Ferris State University and the Pioneer, residents who have traveled abroad are invited to share their [...]
Gordon Telfer is a 4th generation (near) native to Big Rapids. He is the husband of a most wonderful wife and father of two fantastic sons. He is a graduate of Big Rapids High School and has worked many jobs in Big Rapids, retiring after thirty years from Ferris State University College of Pharmacy. [...]
MECOSTA — At the 118th State Convention of GFWC Michigan, GFWC Big Rapids had the opportunity to honor one of its own — Donna Schmidt — as “Ms. Federation.” To qualify for the honor, the club is asked to nominate a woman who serves as a role model for the young women of today as [...]
Gordon Telfer is a 4th generation (near) native to Big Rapids. He is the husband of a most wonderful wife and father of two fantastic sons. He is a graduate of Big Rapids High School and has worked many jobs in Big Rapids, retiring after thirty years from Ferris State University College of Pharmacy. [...]
While my father attended bible school my family lived in Colorado Springs. He and I fell in love with hiking during those three years out west. A certain day spent in the wilderness left me with a lesson I will never forget. My father had a knack for forgetting (or simply ignoring) the golden rule [...]
In Paulo Coelho’s brilliant little book, “The Alchemist,” the author tells of a young lad sent by his father to a wise man to discover the secret of happiness. The wise man lived in a magnificent, faraway castle complete with sweet music, beautiful artwork, delicious food and sprawling gardens. It was a wonder of the [...]
FAITHFUL MANAGER: Tressie Renne is retiring from her position as manager of St. Vincent de Paul thrift store, after 20 years in the position. Community members are invited to wish her well in retirement at a reception from noon to 4 p.m. on Friday at the store, which is located at 102 Williams St. in Big [...]
The Mary Pine Award will be presented at 25th Annual Senior Enrichment Day on Wednesday, June 19, at Big Rapids High School. The award is designed to find and honor special citizens, age 55 and over, who use the gifts of a long and productive life to benefit Mecosta County in a positive manner. Special consideration [...]