Reed City Crossroads

Reed City is a small city located in the southwest corner of Osceola County in the west central portion of Michigan's lower peninsula. The city is within an hours drive from Grand Rapids, Traverse City, Ludington and Midland. Two Rails-To-Trails intersect in the City making it the center of the premier trails system in the state. Reed City is a crossroads community because it was originally at the intersection of two railroad systems that bisected the state. It is now at the crossroads of two major US Highways – 131 and 10 – that bisect the state. This provides easy access to other parts of the state.

The Old Rugged Cross Museum, which houses the artifacts of Rev. George Bennard (author of the world's most beloved hymn – the Old Rugged Cross) is now open for the season. Visit the museum daily from 1-4 p.m. every day, May 1 thru October 1, or call 231.832.3053 for more information. Take a tour of the museum here.

The Old Rugged Cross Historical Museum is an outgrowth of a memorial cross erected and dedicated on September 14, 1954, north of Reed City at the site of Rev. and Mrs. George Bennard's home. Rev. Bennard was the author of the well-loved hymn, "The Old Rugged Cross," written in 1913. more >>

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Reed City's new City Manager is Ron Marek. With Ron's knowledge and experience from the business world, he is looking forward to the future and positive growth of Reed City. Ron and his family have been residents of Reed City for over 20 years, and are happy to be part of our community.

The Susan P. Wheatlake Cancer & Wellness Center is hosting thier Charity Golf Outing on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at The Rose golf course in Leroy, Mi. Men's, Women's, or Mixed teams are invited to join in the fun to help raise money for the Wheatlake Cancer Fund that helps so many people dealing with all types of cancer. Cost is $60 per golfer/$240 per team. There are various packages available to help sponsor this event, please Call Nicole at (231) 592-4280 to register today!!

Spectrum Health Hospital Volunteer Services is looking for energetic, positive people to fill special roles at the hospital. Please review the attached list of opportunities. For more information, call:

Christie Carlson Fund Development & Volunteer Services Office 231.832.7184 Cell 231.250.7619

To view list, click HERE.

Cancer Awareness Series

September 21- "Ask the Experts" @ Wheatlake Center, 705 Oak St., Big Rapids. Answering insurance, medical care/treatment and estate planning questions.

October 19- "Laff Jest for the Health of It" @ BR Dept. of Public Safety, 45 N Michigan, Big Rapids. Sister Sue, 4 time cancer survivor/thriver puts the emphasis on hope.

November 16- "Organizing your Health Care" @ Wheatlake Center, 705 Oak St. Big Rapids. How-to session on dealing with serious illness for patients and caregivers.

Presentations start at 6:00 pm-Register (Free) 5:45 pm

Learn to deal with cancer and chronic disease, come to hear the latest information.

Please Register early by calling 231-592-4310