This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Patricia_A_McIntyre Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kent/8596.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I believe Howard City is in Montcalm County, although there is a Howard Township in Cass County. Big Rapids is in Mecosta County, MI. The two cities are only about 30 miles apart. Hope this helps. Pat Volunteer Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.