Buying standing timber, minimum five acres. Cole Forest Products (989) 736-8928.

Central Boiler Certified Classic Edge outdoor furnaces. Exceptional performance and value. Call today! Gauthier Heating & Cooling (989) 471-2478.

Mikado Goodfellows Bingo every Monday 6:30 p.m. at Mikado Civic Center.. Hot ball, Bingo ball, milk money and winner take all game. All proceeds to charity.

Hartman Roofing and maintenance is looking for experienced roofers for the 2026 season. (989) 739-7923.

The County of Alpena is accepting applications for Beaver Lake Park Managers. For more information, please visit the Alpena County’s Website at https://alpenacounty.org/Jobs

Established Ready Mix, Sand & Gravel business looking to hire a motivated, reliable, yard assistant for full time, seasonal position. Position includes pouring and prepping precast concrete forms, operating heavy equipment, and other yard tasks as assigned. Plant operates six days per week in a timeframe between April and mid-November. Experience preferred. Responsible applicants only. Informal resumes will be accepted until May 30, 2026, and can be dropped off at, or mailed to: Werner Sand & Gravel, 6457 Bennett Road, Hubbard Lake, MI 49747.

One bedroom apartment, one block from downtown Harrisville, no pets, includes all utilities Call 989-362-4400.

Notice of Foreclosure
by Advertisement
Notice is given under section 3212 of the revised judicature act of 1961, 1961 PA 236, MCL 600.3212, that the following mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at a public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash or cashier’s check at the place of holding the circuit court in Alcona County, starting promptly at 10 a.m. on May 13, 2026.
The amount due on the mortgage may be greater on the day of the sale. Placing the highest bid at the sale does not automatically entitle the purchaser to free and clear ownership of the property. A potential purchaser is encouraged to contact the county register of deeds office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge a fee for this information. Mortgage: Mortgagor(s): Deborah L. McKay, single woman. Original mortgagee: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Academy Mortgage Corporation its successors and assigns. Date of mortgage: May 21, 2021, recorded on May 26, 2021, Instrument No. 202100002217. Foreclosing Assignee: Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC. Amount claimed to be due at the date hereof: Sixty-six thousand three hundred eighty-two and 33/100 dollars ($66,382.33). Mortgaged premises: Located in the Township of Hawes, Alcona County and described as follows: Lots 99 AND 100 of Stuve Ranch Subdivision, a recorded plat as found in Liber 1 of plats, page 91, Alcona County records. Lot 142 of Stuve Ranch Subdivision No. 2, a recorded plat as found in Liber 3 of plats, pages 8 and 9, Alcona County records.
Commonly known as 1151 N. Montana Road, Barton City, Mich. 48705.
The redemption period shall be six months from the date of such sale, unless abandoned in accordance with MCL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale, or 15 days from the MCL 600.3241a(b) notice, whichever is later; or unless extinguished pursuant to MCL 600.3238.
If the property is sold at foreclosure sale under Chapter 32 of Act 236 of 1961 pursuant to MCL 600.3278, the borrower will be held responsible to the person who buys the property at the mortgage foreclosure sale or to the mortgage holder for damaging the property during the redemption period. Please be advised that the trustee will require any entity or trust bidder at this trustee’s sale to provide beneficial ownership information, documentation, and written certification as required under FinCEN’s Anti-Money Laundering Regulations for Residential Real Estate Transfers, effective for transfers to covered transferees closing on or after March 1, 2026.
This requirement applies where the purchaser is a legal entity (including an LLC, corporation, or partnership) or a trust, and the transfer is not financed by an institutional lender subject to existing anti-money laundering requirements. The required information and certification must be provided to the trustee prior to issuance of the trustee’s deed upon sale. No trustee’s deed will be issued for a covered transfer until all required FinCEN information has been received and certified. Additional information regarding these regulations and required transferee disclosures can be found at: https://www.fincen.gov/rre and https://www.fincen.gov/rre-faqs.
Attention homeowner: If you are a military service member on active duty, if your period of active duty has concluded less than 90 days ago, or if you have been ordered to active duty, please contact the attorney for the party foreclosing the mortgage at the telephone number stated in this notice. ALAW
5404 Cypress Center Drive,
Suite 300,
Tampa, Fla. 33609
(813) 221-4743
26-001576
4-15, 4-22, 4-29, 5-6

Trust Estate of Joanne Q. Brandt
Date of birth: January 24, 1931
To all creditors
Notice to creditors
The decedent, Joanne Q. Brandt, died February 22, 2026. The decedent lived at 725 Oak Street, Hubbard Lake, Mich. 49747. There is no personal representative of the decedent’s estate to whom letters of authority have been issued.
The decedent was a Settlor of the Thomas A. Brandt and Joanne Q. Brandt Joint Trust Agreement uta dated May 3, 2007, as amended (“the Trust”).
Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate and trust will be forever barred unless presented to Thomas Q. Brandt, successor trustee, at the address set forth below within four months after the date of publication of this notice.
Notice is further given that the assets of the trust will thereafter be assigned and distributed to those persons entitled to them.
Date: April 15, 2026
Wenzel Bennett & Harris, PC
Karen Jo Bennett, P31046
Attorney
109 North Second Avenue,
Suite 200
Alpena, Mich. 49707
(989) 356-6128
Thomas Q. Brandt
Successor trustee
725 Oak Street,
Hubbard Lake, Mich. 49747

State of Michigan
Probate Court
Alcona County
Notice to Creditors
Decedent’s Estate
Case No. 25-6540-DE
Judge Laura A. Frawley
106 5th Street
P.O. Box 385
Harrisville, Mich. 48740
(989) 724-9490
Estate of John Edward Engel
Date of birth: January 20, 1943
To All Creditors
Notice to creditors: The decedent, John Edward Engel, died January 8, 2025. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Sherri Lynn Starr, personal representative, or to both the probate court at 106 5th Street, Harrisville, Mich. 48740 and the personal representative within four months after the date of publication of this notice.
Date: April 15, 2026
Sherri Lynn Starr
Personal representative
5398 Woodcreek Trail
Clarkston, Mich. 48346
(248) 379-4171

The Lincoln Village Council met on Tuesday, April 7 at 6 p.m. at the village hall. The meeting opened with the "Pledge of Allegiance." Those in attendance included, president Sheila Phillips, treasurer Christine Skuse; clerk Linda Somers; and council members, Debbie Lucas; Brody Potts; Dorene Schick; Karina Sharboneau; and Brett Wambold. Member Jason Durham was absent. Also present was zoning administrator, John Moran.
The minutes of the March meeting were approved on a motion from Wambold with support from Potts. The treasurer’s report was approved, subject to audit, on a motion from Schick with support from Wambold. The bills were approved for payment on a motion from Wambold with support from Potts.
The budget amendments were approved on a motion from Potts with support from Lucas. Jimmy Skuse appeared before the council to propose putting a vending machine at the pavilion. It would be for beverages only for the spring and summer months. A motion was made by Potts, with support from Wambold, to allow Jimmy to place the machine at the pavilion.
A discussion was held before the vote regarding who should pay for the extra electricity being used. John Sharboneau stated that there are small monitoring devices that can be purchased to track the usage. We will check into getting some monitors for the pop machine and also for the food truck so that we can be sure that no village taxpayer funds are being used for the extra electricity. Carried.
Alex Schram presented a contract that would allow the village to take brush from the recent storm to his property for disposal. He offered a proposal for $35 per dump truck load. He also stated that he would be willing to do a yearly usage fee of $3,500 for a calendar year. A discussion followed about how to best take care of the huge amount of brush and trees for the community.
A motion was made by Potts to allow the Village of Lincoln to enter into a contract with Alex Schram for disposal of brush and yard debris at a cost of $35 per load. The contract will be revised to add a clause holding the village harmless for anything that would occur once the debris has been left at the site and also to have Alex put together an invoice for payment. Schick offered support. Carried.
After further discussion, a motion by Potts, with support Wambold, to allow our maintenance crews to pick up village taxpayers debris that is placed at the curb between April 8 and April 30. Carried. Residents are reminded that this is for storm-related debris only, no other debris will be taken. After a question from a resident who has larger pieces of trees and limbs that need to be removed, a motion was made by Schick, with support from Lucas, to allow those residents have them picked up by our crew for the cost of dump fees at $35 per load. Carried.
Chris Scully approached the board regarding being contacted about dumping storm debris on village owned property without permission. He stated that he is being singled out and felt that others were doing the same and not being treated the same. He was reminded that he was seen on video and was contacted due to that fact.
The pavilion is beginning to see rental dates filling up. Anyone who would like to rent it should contact treasurer Christine Skuse at (989) 335-3130. A letter of resignation from the planning commission was received from Marilyn Wissmiller. A motion was made by Schick, with support from Wambold, to accept the resignation.
The planning commission will meet on April 20 at 6 p.m. with Denise Cline from NEMCOG. A meeting for the Economic Development Recovery Committee is tentatively scheduled for May 12. This meeting will address the effects of the closure of Viking Energy on Alcona County. People from varying groups will be invited to attend. RRC is continuing to work towards getting certified.
John Moran gave the zoning report. He has given out 11 violations in the past month and was happy to report that four property owners have taken care of their violations. He’s continuing to work with property owners to get things done.
Nate Walker gave the fire report. There were 15 fires and six medical runs over the past month. Many were for downed power lines due to the ice storm. All four cadets are getting closer to graduating from fire academy. A donation of $1,000 was received from a part time village resident to be used to outfit the new medical rig. Thank you on behalf of the fire department and the Village of Lincoln. A FD auxiliary has been established.
There are many plans including a corn-hole tournament, a car show complete with food being served, a golf outing etc. The group is working to obtain a 501C3 designation and will be setting up their own bank accounts. Their goal is to be able to purchase many of the needed items for the FD which will allow more funds to be set aside towards an improved fire hall.
Mike Basner gave the maintenance report. Crews have been busy cleaning up debris from the ice storm, taking down Christmas lights, preparing for spring by placing tables, etc. The sewer report was given by Gary Graves in Jason Durham’s absence.
The president's report and road report were given in writing. A big Thank You goes to Jimmy and Christine Skuse for their concern and care of residents during the ice storm. Clerk Somers spoke with the daughter of an elderly resident that expressed her gratitude for them checking on her mother. Your kindness did not go unnoticed.
A motion to adjourn was made by Potts with support from Wambold. Carried
Linda K. Somers,
Village Clerk

The Village of Lincoln Council met on Tuesday, April 7 at 5:45 p.m. for the annual budget hearing. The purpose of the meeting was to hear public comment regarding the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2026-2027.
Those in attendance included president Phillips; treasurer Skuse; clerk Somers; and council members, Lucas; Potts; Schick; Sharboneau; and Wambold. Council member Durham was absent. There was no public discussion.
Treasurer Skuse stated that the proposed revenues should be adequate to support the proposed budget. A motion was made Wambold, with support from Schick, to adopt the budgets for 2026-2027. Motion carried. Budget hearing was closed at 5:50 p.m.
Following are the budgets, a motion to close the budget hearing was made by Schick with support from Wambold. Carried.
Following are the budgets for 2026-2027:
General Fund Budget
Income
Property Taxes $100,000 State Const. Tax $ 32,000 Admin. Income $ 60,000
Payroll Reimbursement $ 24,000 Grant Income $ 0.00 Fire Dept. Other Revenue $4,000.00
Fire Contracts $73,324.24 Village Contribution to F.D. $ 10,000 Total $303,324.24

Expense
Zoning Board $12,000
Salary Council $6,720
Legal & Accounting $12,000
DDA Payment $42,000
Miscellaneous $1,400
Telephone $1,000
Printing $2,000
Insurance/General $7,000
Web Site $1,000
Dues & Subscriptions $5,000
Salary President $8,400
Salary Clerk $8,400
Salary Treasurer $8,400
Office Supplies $7,500
Utilities gas/electric $12,000
Maintenance/general $12,000
FD Salaries $12,500
FD Main./Supp. $3,845.86
FD Gasoline $1,700
FD Utilities $3,590.11
FD Insurance $18,000
FD Other Expense $4,128.27
FD Equip. Fund Sav $30,000
Med. First Resp. Salary $12,000
Med. First Resp Other $800
Lawn Mowing Contract $16,128
Public Works Equip Rent $12,000
Public Works Salaries $9,500
Parks & Rec Equip Rent $8,000
Parks & Rec Salaries $6,000
Street Lights $12,000
Recreational Improve. $12,000 Payroll Expense $ 9,000
Railroad Park $ 600
Beautification Project $3,000
Fire Dept. Liaison $ 960
RRC Consultant $1,800
Total Expense $324,372.24

Equipment Rental Budget
Income
Equip. Rental Income $50,000
Total $50,000

Expense
Salaries $6,000.00
Payroll Liabilities $ 500
Repair/Maintenance $26,000
Gasoline $ 9,000
Utilities $ 6,000
Insurance $ 2,500
Total $50,000
Sewer Budget
Income
Charges for Services $14,769.60
Total $14,661.00

Expense
Utilities $ 600
Salaries $ 1,200
Payroll Liabilities $ 400
Maintenance $8,169.60
Insurance $1,200
Administrative Fee $2,700
Equipment Rental $ 500
Total $14,769.60

Local Streets
Income
State Revenue $28,0010
VR Street Funds $49,650
Total $77,650

Expense
Salaries RM $4,000
Equip. Rental RM $4,000
Administration $ 300 Salaries WM $4,500
Equip.Rental WM $9,500
Lawn Mowing Contract $5,750
Construction $48,000
Insurance $600
Payroll Liabilities $1,000
Total $77,650

Major Streets
Income
State Revenue $80,000

Expense
Salaries RM $ 6,000
Equip. Rental RM $ 8,000
Administration $ 900
Salaries WM $10,000
Equip. Rental WM $18,000
Lawn Mowing Contract $12,000
Construction $22,400
Insurance $ 1,500
Payroll Liabilities $ 1,200
Total $80,000

Village Raised Street Fund
Income
Village Raised Taxes $44,000
Total $44,000

Expense
DDA Payment $22,000
VR to Local Streets $49,650
Total $71,650

Linda K. Somers
Village Clerk