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Reading

made fun Ballard students learn while celebrating Thanksgiving

By CRAIG HAUPERT craig.haupert@leaderpub.com Reading is not always the easiest thing to teach to a first-grader.

Ballard Elementary School teacher Jeannie Gilbert said one of the best ways to do it is to make it fun.

Leader photos/CRAIG HAUPERT One way to do that, she said, is to combine reading with one of the United States’ favorite holidays — TOP: First-graders perform a Thanksgiving-themed Readers Theater Tuesday at Ballard Elementary.

Thanksgiving.

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The Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport is at a pivotal point according to an aviation consultant for the City of Niles.

In a presentation to the city council Monday, Aviation Planning Manager Stephanie Ward told the council the airport is in jeopardy of losing federal funding if the city does not complete a necessary airport project in the near future.

The airport currently receives approximately $150,000 each year in federal and state funding for capital projects. The city only pays 5 percent of that money, making it a good investment for Niles.

However, Ward explained, the money comes with a few strings attached.

For instance, if the airport is to remain eligible for the funding, it must adhere to more than 30 federal grant assurances that include things like providing adequate runway maintenance and charging equitable rates and fees for users of the airport.

Jerry Tyler Memorial Airport is in compliance with all of the assurances, she said, except for one: the approaches to both of the airport’s two runways have obstructions in the form of tall trees found on properties near the approaches.

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READING Continued from page 1

“It is just a fun way for the kids to learn how to read,” Gilbert said. “We know that to become a fluent reader you have to read the same reading selection multiple times. It can be a challenge to get them to do that.”

To that end, Gilbert and fellow firstgrade teacher Kelsey Dwyer joined forces for a combined holiday presentation they call Reader’s Theater.

Family and friends were invited Tuesday to watch the show unfold, complete with songs, poems, jokes and proclamations of what each student is thankful for this Thanksgiving.

Having the parents come is a big piece of the puzzle.

“They know their parents are going to be there so they work really hard.

They also read with them at home and practice their parts at home,” Gilbert said. “They are so proud to have them come and watch them. It makes them

AIRPORT

Continued from page 1 In order to solve the problem, Ward said the city would have to acquire the air space above those parcels, about 13 in all located near the intersection of Lake Street and Terminal Road, and Yankee Street and Carberry Road.

Those two areas fall in line with the approaches for the airport’s primary runway. The secondary runway is not being addressed at this time, Ward said, because it has not been the recipient of federal dollars.

Leader photo/CRAIG HAUPERT

First-graders Kennedy Holloway and Autumn Williams share what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving during a Readers Theater Tuesday at Ballard Elementary School.

feel like their parents care about them and that school is important.”

The classrooms started preparing for the show in the beginning of November by practicing poems, selecting parts and making their own costumes.

“We learn about pilgrims and Indians and do a lot of stories and writing

What does this mean for the city?

Ward explained that the FAA requires airport sponsors like Niles to provide upfront costs for things like interviewing property owners and appraisals.

Ward estimates the city will need to pay about $200,000 for these things, which need to be done in 2015.

To make it more financially possible, Ward said the city could break up the project into two or three phases, meaning it would only have to pay a fraction of that $200,000 at a time.

The money, she said, would eventually be reim-

about them,” Gilbert said. “Many of the students didn’t know what a wigwam was, so we learn a lot of vocabulary along with it.

“We see reading scores go up after Readers Theater.”

This was the 10th year Gilbert has put on the Thanksgiving show at Ballard Elementary.

bursed 95 percent by the Michigan Department of Transportation’s Office of Aeronautics.

Joe Ray, the city’s director of public works, said there are some “ugly consequences” if the city chooses not to address the problem.

“This $150,000 we’ve been getting every year is due back to them if we throw our hands in the air so we need to go in there with a long range plan… hopefully they will see that our plan is reasonable and work with us,” he said.

The council told Ward it is committed to moving forward with the project, which would likely be done

in phases and not use general fund dollars.

Ward said she would relay the council’s decision to the Office of Aeronautics this week in the hope that they would approve the plan and allow the Niles airport to continue receiving federal funding.

Niles’ airport houses 30 aircraft and has about 3,000 operations (takeoffs and landings) each year.

“We’ve seen that (operations) decline over the past few years, but that is a national trend,” Ward said.

“Overall you still have a viable and economically feasible operation at the airport.”

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cial fishing?”

I continued to ask the obvious questions and he continued to ignore the obvious answers.

“How many fishing captains do you think are going to give guys like us, jobs as fishermen?’

What do you think his answer was? You guessed it, “It’ll only take one”.

I conceded his point, and told him that if he wanted to run around and find us jobs as commercial fishermen, I would fish. However, I was not about to leave Nye Beach, and all those bikinis, just to help him tilt at windmills. So, off he charged — Don Quixote in search of a sea captain, while Sancho Panza sat comfortably on a log, watching the girls stroll by.

About three hours later, TFLAO came sauntering back down to the beach…and he was not alone.

Somehow, and I’ll never understand how, he had found the one sea captain, along the entire Pacific coast, that needed a crew — and was willing to hire idiots like us.

The fact that he was an ex-con, on parole, and no respectable (or even unrespectable) fisherman would crew for him was irrelevant. “It’ll only take one,” and he found the one.

This is the absolutely true story of how I became a commercial fisherman during the summer of 1971.

Larry Wilson is a mostly lifelong resident of Niles. His optimistic “glass full to overflowing” view of life shapes his writing. His essays stem from experiences, compilations and recollections from friends and family. Wilson touts himself as “a dubiously licensed teller of tall tales, sworn to uphold the precept of ‘It’s my story; that’s the way I’m telling it.’” He can be reached at wflw@hotmail.com.

Time to celebrate our most important blessings: Our family and friends

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dent Washington proclaimed the first national Thanksgiving Day as a time to rejoice in a young nation’s freedom and liberty. After falling out of favor, the holiday was reborn

by President Lincoln in 1863 as a time to unite a country torn apart by civil war.

While much has changed in the centuries since the first Thanksgiving, coming home to a simpler life

remains at the heart of the holiday.

Even in a modern, digital world where we are constantly connected and seemingly always busy, Thanksgiving is still rooted in the enduring foundations of family, friends and freedom.

As Southwest Michigan families gather to enjoy turkey and honor other family traditions, I encourJohn Proos age everyone to Senator recognize the true spirit of Thanksgiving.

It is a moment to take the weight of the world off our shoulders, connect with our loved ones, give thanks for the many blessings that

have been bestowed on us and celebrate the most cherished thing we have: one another.

In the bustle of the holiday, I hope we will all take time to warmly express our gratitude to our family and friends for their love and friendship throughout the year and to remember that we are all truly blessed to live in the land of the free.

I also encourage everyone to give thanks for the brave men and women who protect our liberty, especially those who are unable to be with their families as they serve our country.

May God bless you and fill your hearts and homes with love.

Happy Thanksgiving.

Sen. John Proos, R-St. Joseph, represents the 21st District, which includes Berrien and Cass counties and most of Van Buren County.

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Old echoes of friendship and love

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n Dec. 11 our family is making a donation to and hosting a reception at the Fort Saint Joseph Museum. Our gift to the Museum is a 19th Century sleigh bed and is being given in memory of my mother, Patricia Benson Bachman, and her longtime friend Miss Lena Lardner.

The sleigh bed belonged to Henry and Lena (Phillips) Lardner of Niles, Michigan. Their son Ring Lardner was born in this bed on March 6, 1885.

Ring Lardner was a celebrated author and sports writer. Lardner wrote short stories that appeared in such magazines as the Saturday Evening Post and Esquire. He wrote more than 4,500 columns and articles and was syndicated in more than 115 newspapers. Ring wrote a popular stage play titled “June Moon” which is still performed. He wrote the song “Gee, It’s a Wonderful Game” that is also heard today. Ring Lardner died in 1933 at the age of 48.

Ring’s son, Ring Lardner Junior, was also an author and won an Academy Award for writing the movie screenplay M*A*S*H. Junior was known as one of the “Hollywood Ten” who were

unfairly accused of being communists and persecuted by the McCarthy Hearings of the 1950s.

Ring Senior’s older sister was named Lena after her mother.

Miss Lardner (Lena) was born July 27, 1875. In her youth, Lena was in love with, and had promised marriage, to a young man who was killed.

She never married and chose to care for her parents until their death.

Miss Lardner was the Jeanne Watson organist and Uncover Niles choir director for Trinity Episcopal Church for most of her life. She taught piano in her home to support herself.

As a child, and through her teens, my mother studied piano with Miss Lardner. Lena Lardner was 40 years and one day older than my mother, who was born on July 28, 1915. They always celebrated their birthdays together. In spite of their age difference, my mother and Lena shared a close

and lasting friendship. It is possible that mother took the place of a daughter that Lena never had.

Before her death on Aug. 27, 1960, Lena gave our family her most valuable possession, the Lardner bed. She had it moved to our family’s home on North Fifth Street in Niles. After Miss Lardner’s death, my mother sold our baby grand piano, and she never played piano again. I was a teen, but I remember that Mother felt the loss of her friend very deeply. When my mother retired and returned to the family home in 1977, she always slept in the Lardner bed, and it became her bed.

You are invited to the dedication of the bed on Thursday, Dec. 11 from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Fort St. Joseph Museum, 322 East Main St. Finger sandwiches and pastries will be served.

Jeanne Watson is a sixth generation Niles resident who wants to see the downtown strong once again. Jeanne has volunteered her time with the Niles Main Street/DDA for nearly 15 years. She can be reached at jeanne0503@comcast.net.

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his Thanksgiving, I planned to write the obligatory “why I’m thankful” post, but given recent events I thought I’d alter my list a bit.

First of all, I’d like to say that my heart aches for every single person in Ferguson, Missouri right now — family and friends suffering from the loss of Michael Brown, people scared for their lives because of the riots that have broken out, business owners suffering from the loss of their buildings after arsons and vandalism, and even the people who are participating in these violent protests.

You might ask why I would feel sorrow for people who are causing such destruction and hurting so many people.

My answer is simple: I can only assume that these people are experiencing such pain that they are reacting in anger, or perhaps out of fear of a similar act happening to them.

It saddens me that these people resort to aggression and committing heinous crimes in order to show their emotion, and that they are unsure how else to react. It truly breaks my heart to see that in a world where history has repeatedly taught us that we catch more flies with honey than vinegar, many people still believe violence is the appropriate reaction to a disagreement, and that these acts are going to somehow gain a positive result.

Despite my feelings of sadness for the people of Ferguson, there are still some things I’m thankful for in this situation.

I am thankful that peaceful protesters live in a country where they are permitted to express their frustration and disagreement with a verdict, so long as no harm is done.

I’m thankful for the outpouring of support for both sides of this situation, and the people who are able to express their concerns in positive ways that make a difference, like starting projects to raise money for video cameras for every police officer to wear on their uniforms.

I’m thankful for the courage of the police officers and fire fighters in Ferguson and surrounding areas who are risking their lives to protect the civilians who live and work there.

Ambrosia Neldon I’m thankful that Managing Editor, Leader Publications we live in a country where decisions like these are decided by the people instead of the government.

Mostly, I am thankful for the family of Michael Brown, who, despite their unimaginable suffering, have spoken out and asked that protesters supporting their son remain peaceful. They have requested that people feeling anger toward the decision redirect their feelings to a positive reaction that will prevent future instances like this from happening.

If the Brown family can realize that fighting fire with fire is no way to extinguish the pain, I hope all of the people in Ferguson can do the same.

Ambrosia Neldon is the managing editor at Leader Publications in Niles.

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COMMENTARY

Stash some cash in case of emergency

T

he final Do 1 Thing tip for November concerns Emergency Supplies: Stash some cash in case ATMs and credit card machines are not usable in a disaster.

Many things that we take for granted are not available when there is no power. ATM machines may not work.

Grocery stores and other businesses may not be able to accept your credit or debit card. Cash could be the only acceptable means to make a purchase. Some experts say you should have at minimum $150 in cash stashed away. Realizing this may not be possible for everyone, any amount is good to start with. Take $1 a week and place it in an envelope in your emergency kit. In just a little time, you will have some cash stashed away for use in emergencies.

In the STEP (Student Tools For Emergency Preparedness) program I teach to fifth grade students, I use the example that they may be in a high school gym for three days and they may want something from a vending machine. Start saving small amounts of change and put it in their STEP bags (go-kits that we issue them through the program). Be prepared.

Let’s continue with winter preparedness. Severe winter weather poses health and safety concerns with extremely cold temperatures, freezing pipes, potential propane shortages and power outages.

The Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) offers several

steps that families should take to prepare for the winter season.

To prepare your home for winter: • Weatherproof your home by installing weather-stripping, caulking and insulating walls, doors and windows.

• Insulate any water lines that run along exterior walls so pipes are less likely to freeze.

• Lock in a propane rate now and have a backup heating Rob Herbstreith plan, such as a Michigan State Trooper generator, wood stove or fireplace.

• Have gas or oil furnaces inspected by a qualified professional and change the air filter.

• Have your fireplace and chimney cleaned and inspected. Contact your local fire department for a referral or look for a local inspector online.

• Install battery-operated carbon monoxide (CO) detectors near every sleeping area. CO poisoning is most prevalent when furnaces are turned on to fight cold winter temperatures, but commonly occurs after winter storms and accompanying power outages, when people tend to rely on portable generators for electricity.

• Clean gutters to prevent ice dams from forming. Roof ice dams can cause water to build-up, leading to interior

damage.

• Clear storm drains along the curb to enable water to drain. If plugged, water has the potential to go into low-lying areas and flood basements.

• Have an emergency preparedness kit stored safely in your house that includes: water, nonperishable food, first aid kit, extra batteries, a battery or hand-crank powered radio, emergency lighting or flashlights, extra blankets and warm clothing.

To prepare your vehicle for winter: • Have your radiator system serviced before winter and make sure to replace windshield wipers and wiper fluid with a wintertime mixture that will not freeze.

• Replace any worn tires and check air pressure regularly.

• Have your brakes, brake fluid, oil, car battery, heater and exhaust checked to make everything is running efficiently.

• Keep your gas tank at least half full at all times to avoid fuel lines freezing up and getting ice buildup in your tank.

• Keep an emergency preparedness kit in your vehicle stocked with: batteries, battery powered or hand-crank radio, flashlight, windshield scraper, jumper cables, shovel, blankets, first aid kit, nonperishable food and bottled water in the event you get stranded or stuck.

Any questions or comments please email me at TrooperRob53@yahoo. com or call (269) 683-4411.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

A blessing in disguise

M

y husband, Terry, and I have lived on Market Street for more than 40 years. Prior to the closing of the Main Street Bridge we talked about the anticipated traffic jams that would be caused once Niles was left with only one bridge to cross the St Joseph River.

For certain we would need to use the traffic light on St Joseph Avenue to maneuver in the morning and evening. And getting onto the Broadway Bridge from Second Street would be a nightmare. No longer would we be turning left onto Market Street.

How would it work for people needing to go to and from the hospital? Would emergency vehicles have to wait precious minutes to gain access to the Emergency Room ramp?

Much to our surprise, the courtesy and consideration extended by drivers needing to cross the bridge and deal with this inconvenience have been remarkable. They are willing to take turns with folks trying to access the bridge from Second Street. They are patient when people need to turn left onto side streets. They make room for the emergency vehicles to maneuver.

On Thanksgiving Day I will be grateful that we live in a town filled with courteous citizens who are willing to weather this inconvenience knowing that having a beautiful new Main Street Bridge will be the reward.

Judy Truesdell Niles

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The Learning Tree Preschool of the Niles-Buchanan YMCA is promoting the Thanksgiving Day Run by participating in a fundraiser called Fast Feet.

Preschoolers are learning the letters F, I, T, and incorporating family involvement through physical activity. Students are being encouraged to ask family and friends to make a donation for every hour of physical activity that they acquired.

In addition to a financial donation students received a footprint that is added to a trail of footprints on display in the front lobby of the YMCA. Parents and their children can run, bike ride, and play together to obtain activity minutes. All of these activity hours lead up to participation of the Niles-Buchanan Thanksgiving Day Run. “We developed the Fast Feet Fundraiser to encourage family involvement, physical activity, and phi-

lanthropy. It was about giving to an activity that involves substance and not material things. We support our student’s physical and mental development through positive praise,” said preschool directors Kim Snouwaert and Kirsten Henry.

The YMCA is reminding people to sign up for the 33rd Annual NilesBuchanan YMCA Thanksgiving Day Run. This year the Thanksgiving Day Run will offer a 10K and 5K run or walk and a 1 mile Family Fun Run. With

over 2,300 participants from over 24 states; the Niles-Buchanan YMCA Thanksgiving Day run is among the largest in the Michiana area.

All proceeds from this event support the Strong Kids Campaign. The Main Street Bridge will be under construction the day of the race. A new race route has been developed with the help and guidance of the Niles Police Department and Street Department. The new race routes are listed on the YMCA’s website at www.nbymca.com.

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CALENDAR TODAY Pre-Thanksgiving Pasta Fest 6 to 8 p.m.

Boy Scout Troop 579 is offering a pre-Thanksgiving Pasta Fest from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26. Eat-in and carry-out are available from 5 to 8 p.m. at St. Mary’s of the Immaculate Conception Church, 211 S. Lincoln Ave. in Niles. Suggested donation is $7 for adults and $5 for children. The Boy Scout troop will also partner with the Marines for a Toys for Tots Drive for the troop’s final collection date at the pasta fest.

Those interested in placing large carry-out orders, early orders or orders for 10 or more should RSVP to Scott Kurtzweil at (269) 340-9013 or scott@kurtzweilmusical.com

Thursday

Thanksgiving Day Dinner Noon There will be a free Thanksgiving Day dinner at Wesley United Methodist Church, 302 Cedar St., Niles at noon on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27. Reservations are preferred. Call 683-7250.

Saturday

Craft Bazaar 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Michiana Christian Embassy will host a craft bazaar and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the church, located at 1922 E.

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We’ll be there when you need us most Main St., in Niles. The admission fee is one non-perishable food itemm for the Salvation Army Food Bank. Lunch will be available. Call (269) 683-3518 for more information.

Wednesday, Dec. 3

Four Flags Snowmobile Club 7 p.m.

The Four Flags Snowmobile Club will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 3, at the Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce Building, 321 Main St., Niles. Enter the lower level from the alleyway. New members or volunteers are always welcome and needed to help keep the trails going. For more information, call Jon Owen at (269) 697-3770.

Friday, Dec. 5-7

Christmas at the Bonine House 2 to 8 p.m.

The third annual Christmas at the Bonine House will take place Friday, Dec. 5 from 2-8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 6 from 2-8 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 7 from noon to 6 p.m. The historic James E. Bonine home, located at the corner of Penn Rd. and M-60 in Vandalia, Michigan, is all dressed up for Christmas. Everyone is invited to enjoy the Victorian home, each room uniquely decorated by members of the Underground Railroad Society of Cass County (URSCC).

-since 1953-

Saturday, Dec. 6 Antlerless Deer Hunt A special “antlerless” deer hunt is being planned to control the deer population at Madeline Bertrand County Park in Niles Township. Hunters will be picked through a lottery drawing for a muzzleloader-only hunt Dec. 6 and 7 within designated areas in the park. Winners must pay a $25 hunting fee. Hunters must participate in hunter orientation. Applications will be accepted through Nov. 9. For more information, call Madeline Bertrand County Park at (269) 683-8280.

Four Flags Garden Club 4:30 to 6 p.m.

The Four Flags Garden Club will host its 23rd Annual Hometown Christmas celebration at the Historic Amtrak Depot, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. The depot is located at 600 Dey St., Niles. It is free to attend.

Cookie Walk 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

First Presbyterian Church in Niles will host a cookie walk from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church, located at 13 S. Fourth St. in Niles.

Send calendar items to Craig Haupert, community editor, at craig.haupert@leaderpub. com, or drop them off at the office, 217 N. Fourth St., Niles.

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Elmon E. Stroud, 95, of Syracuse, passed away Monday, Nov. 24, 2014, at his residence in Syracuse, Indiana. Arrangements are pending at Clark Chapel and Cremation Services, 405 Center St., Dowagiac.

Rosemary Jackson

Rosemary Jackson, 68, of Niles, passed away Monday, Nov. 24, 2014. Arrangements are pending with Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Niles.

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police log — Nov. 21-24 Nov. 21 3:11 a.m. — 1500 block Maple, breaking and entering 3:11 a.m. — S. 3rd/ Oak, suspicious situation 7:25 a.m. — N. 9th/E. Main, traffic stop 7:31 a.m. — N. 15th/ Sycamore, traffic stop 8:51 a.m. — 500 block Broadway, assault and battery 9:26 a.m. — 1600 block Regent, public peace/harassment 9:41 a.m. — 1200 block S. 11th, traffic stop 9:52 a.m.

— Beaver/S. 11th, traffic stop 10:21 a.m. — 200 block E. Main, fraud 10:42 a.m. — 700 block Beechwood, alarm 2:11 p.m. — 200 block Cass, drunkenness 2:43 p.m. — 1600 block Silverbrook, abandoned vehicle 4:24 p.m. — 600 block Woodruff, hit and run/operating while intoxicated/driving while license suspended 4:36 p.m. – 1400 block N. 5th, incorrigible/delinquent minors 4:51 p.m. — 1600 block Silverbrook, obstruct justice/warrant 6:26 p.m. — 300 block N. Lincoln, traffic stop 6:37 p.m. — Parkway/Grant, traffic stop 6:46 p.m. – NilesBuchanan/N. Phillip, traffic stop 6:49 p.m. — S. Lincoln/Emmons, traffic stop 7:07 p.m. — N. State/ Grant, property damage accident 7:10 p.m. — Oak/S. 18th, health and safety 9:07 p.m. — 1400 block Sycamore, suspi-

cious situation 9:13 p.m. — 200 block Cass, violation of controlled substance act 10:02 p.m. — 1600 block N. 5th, suspicious situation 10:42 p.m. — N. 5th/ Pokagon, public peace/ harassment 11:14 p.m. — 000 block E. Main, alarm

Nov. 22

12:21 a.m. — N. 10th/E. Main, traffic stop 12:49 a.m. — 1200 block N. 7th, suspicious situation 1:16 a.m. — N. 6th/E. Main, traffic stop 1:26 a.m. — E. Main/ Silverbrook, traffic stop 2:47 a.m. — 1700 block Oak, suspicious situation 7:14 a.m. — 1600 block Silverbrook, preliminary breath test 9:19 a.m. — 900 block Regent, fraud 11:32 a.m. — 1600 block Eagle, health and safety 12:22 p.m. — 400 block S. State, incorrigible/delinquent minors 1:22 p.m. — 1600 block N. 5th, runaway 3:37 p.m. — N. 12th/ Merrifield, hit and run/ operating while intoxicated/driving while license suspended 3:56 p.m. — 1400 block Old Sauk, breaking and entering 4:51 p.m. — 700 block N. 4th, public peace/harassment 6:25 p.m. — N. 11th/ Lake, traffic stop 6:36 p.m. — N. 7th/E. Main, traffic stop 7:01 p.m. — 1200 block Ferry, public peace/harassment 8:28 p.m. — 1600 block N. 5th, traffic stop 8:48 p.m. — Grant/ Grand, traffic stop

9:51 p.m. — 1300 block Hickory, larceny 9:54 p.m. — S. 11th/ Superior, traffic stop 10:53 p.m. — 300 block N. 9th, public peace/harassment 10:55 p.m.

— Silverbrook/S. 17th, traffic stop 11:22 p.m. — N. 8th/ Cass, suspicious situation 11:23 p.m. — Lake/ Terminal, traffic stop 11:45 p.m. — N. 17th/ Sheridan, traffic stop 11:45 p.m. — 700 block S. 11th, retail fraud

Nov. 23

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Nov. 24

12:29 a.m. — 900 block N. 14th, 911 check

5:08 a.m. — 000 block E. Main, alarm 5:19 a.m. — 000 block S. 11th, alarm 6:51 a.m. — 1500 block Huron, assault and battery 10:51 a.m. — S. 16th/E. Main, traffic stop 11:38 a.m. — 900 block Silverbrook, malicious destruction of property 11:56 a.m. — 200 block Cass, health and safety 12:31 p.m. — S. 11th/Michigan, traffic stop 12:43 p.m. — N. Front/E. Main, utility 2:11 p.m. — 1700 block Oak, traffic stop 2:28 p.m. — 1600 block Silverbrook, obstruct justice/warrant 3 p.m. — 000 block N. 19th, suspicious situation 3:37 p.m. — 1500 block Hickory, traffic stop 4:25 p.m. — 1000 block S. 11th, suspicious situation 4:29 p.m. — 1700 block Lake, public peace/harassment 5:07 p.m. — 900 block Sycamore, traffic stop 7:18 p.m. — Pucker/ Ullery, traffic stop 7:42 p.m. — N. 2nd/ Broadway, traffic stop 7:48 p.m. — 400 block N. 2nd, drunkenness 8:35 p.m. — 1200 block N. 11th, hit and run/operating while intoxicated/driving while license suspended 8:44 p.m. — 1300 block Howard, larceny 9:49 p.m. — Oak S. 17th, traffic stop 10:27 p.m. — 900 block Bond, traffic stop 11:53 p.m. — 100 block S. 4th, incorrigible/delinquent minors

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Lake Michigan College seeks Thanks to alumni award nominations Your Support – SUBMITTED BENTON TOWNSHIP — The Lake Michigan College Alumni Association Board of Directors is seeking nominees for the 2015 Alumni Awards. The awards recognize distinguished LMC alumni who have made exceptional contributions to their chosen professions and have made their communities better places to live, learn, and work. Since 1986, more than 75 alumni have been awarded.

Candidates must have earned 30 or more credit hours from Lake Michigan College or its predecessor, Benton Harbor Community College to be eligible. Winners will be recognized at the College’s 2015 Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 3.

There are three award categories: • The Clarence Beckwith Distinguished Alumni Award, named in honor of the first president of Lake Michigan College, is given to an alumnus who has accomplished significant success in his or her personal or professional endeavors.

Past recipients include Dr. Mark A. Kuriata (dermatologist and owner of Advanced Dermatalogy in St. Joseph), Valerie Dell Huber (president of the DC-based National Abstinence Education Association (NAEA)), Becky Kliss (business owner and board president of Mich-

igan’s Great Southwest Sustainable Business Forum), Richard Schinkel (naturalist), James F. A. Turner (founder/president/CEO of M&T Pradigm Group Financial One), Steven C. Fairbanks (president and CEO, Iowa Mold Tooling Co.), Mamiella Chavis-Brown (counselor, South Bend Community School Corporation), John Miller (former tribal chairman, Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians), Dr. Gyl Kasewurm (owner, Professional Hearing Services, Ltd.), and Sam Monte (owner, Monte Package Company).

• The Alumni Achievement Award is presented to an alumnus who attended LMC within the past 15 years and has demonstrated significant achievement and distinguished themselves in their career, education or community such that they would be role models to current LMC students.

Past recipients include Brian Doak (Legacy Wealth Group), Stephanie Henderson (former LMC student athlete and collegiate softball coach), Mary Jo Tomasini (CEO, Competitive Edge), Brad Gorman (Whirlpool Corporation), Melissa Zmyslo (Berrien County Health Department), Dana Harris Slagle (Jet Magazine), Melissa Ruth Garland Hawk (Hunt, Suedhoff, Kalamaros) and C. Jesse Green (Michigan Trial Lawyers Association).

• The Alumni Service Award is

given to an alumnus who has offered significant personal contributions to the College or community, with community being broadly interpreted as local, the state of Michigan, or the nation.

Past recipients include Brenda Kniebes (elementary teacher at Decatur Public Schools), Dr. Susan Lentz (biology instructor at Lake Michigan College), Colleen Cullitan (attorney), Barbara Lane (retired executive director of the Berrien County Cancer Service), Diane Curry (principal and special education director, Niles Community Schools), Patrick Lynch (pharmacist and operator, Hill’s Prescription Shop), Nancy Conybeare (formerly of Lake Michigan College), Karen Kolberg Kietzer (Berrien-Cass-Van Buren County Counselors Association), Melissa Stolfo (Goodwill Industries), Paula Wygonik (Competitive Edge), Paul Landeck (Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant), Sharon Tyler (formerly of the Southwestern Michigan Economic Growth Alliance), and Mary Goff (former mayor, City of St. Joseph).

To submit a nomination, visit lakemichigancollege.edu/nomination by Feb. 28, 2015. LMC will contact nominees for additional information. Contact Mary Klemm at (269) 927-6849, or klemm@lakemichigancollege.edu with any questions.

Berrien County Democrats elect new officers SUBMITTED The Executive Committee of the Berrien County Democratic Party elected Dr. Eric Lester as the party’s new chair on Thursday, Nov. 20.

The committee also elected Mary McAfee as first vice-chair; Anne Tenerelli and Melissa Clapper as second vice-chairs; Mark White as treasurer; and Bette Pierman as secretary.

After his election, Lester spoke about the importance of the Democratic party shining a bright light on important local, state, and national issues.

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CLANDESTINE FAMILY AFFAIR NEEDS COMPLETE CONFESSION Dear Abby Jeanne Phillips

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EAR ABBY: I recently found out my daughter has been having an affair with her sister’s husband. This will tear our family apart. It will also have a huge impact on my grandchildren.

I have not yet told my wife, who will be devastated, but I’m having trouble carrying this burden alone. I feel they should be held accountable. Should I look the other way, or make them responsible for their actions, knowing the hell it will create? -STRESSING IN THE USA

ask me to assist with a certain task such as setting up the table, clearing or even doing the dishes. No one else is ever asked to help.

I was raised in a family that emphasized good manners and to always be willing to help a friend. But in these situations I feel uncomfortable because I don’t want to refuse my host and I was invited as a “guest.”

Isn’t it rude for a host to ask a guest to help clean? If so, what would be the appropriate response? -- INFRINGED UPON IN CONNECTICUT

DEAR INFRINGED UPON: Whether it’s presumptuous to ask depends upon how close the host is to the guest being asked to lend a hand. Some people would consider it a compliment; however, if you’re not close, it IS presumptuous. And if you prefer not to be recruited, all you have to say is, “I’d rather not.”

DEAR READERS: Tomorrow is DEAR STRESSING: What an unfortunate Thanksgiving, and no Thanksgiving would be mess. Please do not assume that you are complete without my sharing the traditional responsible for any damage that may result prayer penned by my dear mother: from this affair. Because you know about it, Oh, Heavenly Father, it’s logical to assume that it’s only a matter We thank Thee for food and of time until others find out what has been remember the hungry. going on.

We thank Thee for health and That’s why you should talk to your daughter. remember the sick.

Tell her you know about the affair and will We thank Thee for friends and now have to inform her sister, who deserves remember the friendless. to know that her marriage is in serious trouble We thank Thee for freedom and and why. If you do, it may save the marriage. remember the enslaved.

May these remembrances DEAR ABBY: In the past few months I stir us to service, have gone to different parties for friends That Thy gifts to us may be from my church group. I always go to the used for others. celebrations eager to meet and chat with Amen. people I haven’t seen in years.

Have a safe and happy celebration, However, one thing bothers me about these get-togethers. Toward the middle of the event, everyone! -- Love, ABBY I often get approached by the host who will

WEDNESDAY EVENING NOVEMBER 26, 2014 N J 6:00 6:30 7:00 7:30 BROADCAST STATIONS

Diplomacy and planning will be instrumental to your quest for success this year. Take your time and shop around for the best possible information regarding how to reach your goal. Interacting with experts is essential if you want to learn the ropes and hone your skills.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) If you pay close attention, you will learn valuable information from one of your peers.

Consider the motives of someone who is after your personal information. Only offer what’s necessary.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Love looks promising. If you are honest about your expectations, you will build a solid relationship. Make a point to protect your valuables, whether at home or away.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) Greater stability will be yours if you are ready to make a commitment. Rumors will spread if you try to keep matters hidden. Tell the truth and silence your opponents.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) You will gain plenty of inspiration if you are around optimistic and enthusiastic individuals.

Arguing will be a waste of time and could end in emotional, physical or financial loss.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Make your home your sanctuary. Redecorating or making minor renovations can add value to your property and impart a sense of well-being to you and your loved ones.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Finish off odd jobs you have been postponing.

You will have more time to spend with friends and family once your to-do list is complete. Take charge in order to make a lasting impression.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Don’t confine yourself to the same old routine.

Make travel arrangements that will give you a chance to explore new cultures, different points of view or a unique lifestyle.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) It’s time to put your plans into action. You will waste precious time if you wait for someone else to make the first move. If you take the initiative, you will stand out.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Start saving for your future. Curb unnecessary spending and look into various ways to market your services. You have more to offer than you realize, so don’t sell yourself short.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Go after your dreams. Once you learn the fundamentals, you can begin training for the career that appeals to you the most. It’s never too late to start something new.

N-NILES J-ST. JOSEPH 8:00 8:30 9:00

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) Find a way to keep busy away from home. Being in too close contact with certain people will lead to tension that you can do without. Focus on selfimprovement, not what others do.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Stand up for your rights. If someone tries to take credit for your work, make sure to set the record straight and get the acclaim you deserve.

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News Seinfeld Å Lester Sumrall Hlthy Choices The Harvest Show News and music. Paid Program Joyce Meyer

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(3:00) Movie: ›››› “Gone With the Wind” (1939, Romance) Clark Gable.

Movie: ›››› “Gone With the Wind” (1939, Romance) Clark Gable, Vivien Leigh. Civil War rogue Rhett Butler loves Southern belle Scarlett O’Hara. Å Storage Wars Storage Wars Country Buck$ Country Buck$ Duck Dynasty Duck Dynasty (In Stereo) Å Duck Dynasty (N) Country Buck$ Country Buck$ Country Buck$ Country Buck$ The Real (N) (In Stereo) Å Movie: ›› “Little Man” (2006, Comedy) A tiny thief poses as a toddler to retrieve a stolen gem.

Nellyville Å Husbands- Ho. Husbands- Ho. Husbands- Ho. (5:00) The Situation Room (N) Erin Burnett OutFront (N) Anderson Cooper 360 (N) Å Somebody’s Gotta Do It/ Rowe Somebody’s Gotta Do It/ Rowe Somebody’s Gotta Do It/ Rowe Key Capitol Hill Hearings Speeches. (In Stereo) Key Capitol Hill Hearings Speeches. NTSB Drowsy Driving Conference Key Capitol Hill Hearings Speeches. (In Stereo) Dude, You’re Screwed (In Stereo) Dude, You’re Screwed “Epic Fail” Dude, You’re Screwed Dude, You’re Screwed (N) (In Stereo) Naked and Afraid “Jungle Love” Naked and Afraid “Playing With Fire” House of DVF E! News (N) Take the Hamptons Take the Hamptons The Soup (N) The Soup E! News (N) SportsCenter (N) (Live) Å NBA Countdown NBA Basketball: New York Knicks at Dallas Mavericks. American Airlines Center. (N) (Live) College Basketball: EA Sports Maui Invitational, Championship: Teams TBA. College Basketball Basketball College Basketball: EA Sports Maui Invitational, Third Place: Teams TBA. College Basketball: NIT Season Tip-Off -- Georgia vs. Gonzaga. (N) (Live) Basketball Movie: ››› “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” (1971, Fantasy) Gene Wilder.

Movie: “Cars 2” (2011) Animated. Lightning McQueen and Mater go overseas for a competition. The 700 Club (In Stereo) Å Halls of Fame Pistons 360 Pistons Live (N) NBA Basketball: Los Angeles Clippers at Detroit Pistons. The Palace of Auburn Hills. (N) (Live) Pistons Live (N) (Live) Pistons 360 Halls of Fame Movie: ››› “Meet the Santas” (2005, Romance-Comedy) Steve Guttenberg. Movie: “Angels and Ornaments” (2014, Romance) Jessalyn Gilsig.

Movie: “The Christmas Shepherd” (2014, Drama) Teri Polo.

American Pickers “Going Hollywood” American Pickers (In Stereo) Å American Pickers (In Stereo) Å American Pickers “Let’s Be Frank” Down East Dickering (N) (In Stereo) The Real Story of Thanksgiving Å Movie Movie: ››‡ “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby” (2006) Å Movie: ›‡ “Killers” (2010, Action) Ashton Kutcher, Katherine Heigl. Å Jersey Shore (In Stereo) Å Snooki & JWOWW (In Stereo) Snooki & JWOWW (In Stereo) Snooki & JWOWW (In Stereo) Snooki & JWOWW (N) (In Stereo) Snooki & JWoww Ridiculousness Nicky, Ricky The Thundermans Every Witch Way: Spellbound (N) (In Stereo) Å Full House Å Full House Å Full House Å Fresh Prince Fresh Prince Friends Å Friends Å (3:30) Shooter Movie: ››› “I Am Legend” (2007) Bloodthirsty plague victims surround a lone survivor.

Movie: ››› “End of Watch” (2012) Two LAPD cops patrol the dangerous Southland streets. ›› Walking Tall (5:00) Movie: ››‡ “Shutter Island” (2010, Suspense) Leonardo DiCaprio.

Movie: ››› “Space Cowboys” (2000) Clint Eastwood. NASA reunites four aging flyboys for an urgent mission.

The Almighty Johnsons Ballroom Blitz (In Stereo) Å Extreme Christmas Trees (In Stereo) Crazy Christmas Lights (In Stereo) Invasion of the Christmas Lights Invasion of the Christmas Lights 2 Crazy Christmas Lights (In Stereo) Castle “Law & Boarder” (In Stereo) Castle “Flowers for Your Grave” Movie: ››› “Training Day” (2001) A rookie cop meets a corrupt Los Angeles narcotics officer.

Movie: ››› “The Town” (2010) Ben Affleck. Å (DVS) Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Modern Family Modern Family T.I. and Tiny T.I. and Tiny T.I. and Tiny T.I. and Tiny T.I. and Tiny T.I. and Tiny Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood Macklemore & Ryan Lewis: Live Movie: ››› “Batman” (1989, Action) The Caped Crusader vows to rid Gotham City of the Joker. How I Met/Mother How I Met/Mother How I Met/Mother How I Met/Mother How I Met/Mother Engagement Engagement Seinfeld Å Seinfeld Å Seinfeld Å Seinfeld Å Family Guy Family Guy Big Bang Theory Big Bang Theory Big Bang Theory Big Bang Theory Conan Å

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Dog With a Blog Dog With a Blog Jessie (In Stereo) Jessie (In Stereo) Movie: ››› “Meet the Robinsons” (2007, Adventure) Star Wars Rebels Star Wars Rebels Dog With a Blog Girl Meets World Liv & Maddie Movie: ››› “Drumline” (2002, Comedy-Drama) Nick Cannon. ‘PG-13’ Movie: ››› “Men in Black” (1997) Tommy Lee Jones.

Movie: ›››‡ “Speed” (1994, Action) Keanu Reeves. ‘R’ Å Movie: Striptease State of Play Å REAL Sports With Bryant Gumbel Movie: ›‡ “That Awkward Moment” (2014) Zac Efron. (In Stereo) ‘R’ Å The Comeback The Newsroom “Main Justice” Å Real Time With Bill Maher (In Stereo) (5:50) Movie ››‡ “Constantine” (2005, Fantasy) Keanu Reeves. ‘R’ Å Movie: ›››‡ “Gravity” (2013) Sandra Bullock. Å Movie: ›‡ “Endless Love” (2014) Alex Pettyfer. Å Movie: “A Wife’s Secret” (2014) ‘NR’ Movie: ››‡ “The Longest Yard” (2005, Comedy) Adam Sandler. ‘PG-13’ Inside the NFL (In Stereo) Å Homeland Carrie uses improvisation. The Affair (In Stereo) Å Web Therapy (N) Inside the NFL (5:10) Movie ›› “The Legend of Zorro” (2005) ‘PG’ Movie: ››‡ “Little Nicky” (2000) Adam Sandler. Å The Missing “Pray for Me” Å Movie: ››› “About Last Night” (2014, Romance-Comedy) Kevin Hart. ‘R’

Wheel of Fortune Wheel of Fortune Mike & Molly Å Inside Edition (N) Eyewitness News Family Feud (N) Exp Michiana Big Bang Theory M*A*S*H Å

Jeopardy! (N) Jeopardy! (N) Mike & Molly Å Name Game Wheel of Fortune Entertainment R. Steves’ Europe Big Bang Theory M*A*S*H Å

WSBT News at 11 Letterman News 3 at 11pm Letterman Access Hollyw’d The Office Å News Tonight Show Eyewitness News Jimmy Kimmel ABC57 News Jimmy Kimmel Charlie Rose (N) (In Stereo) Å Raising Hope King of Queens Paid Program Partners in Faith

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Adoption ADOPT:

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A secure, energetic married couple seeks to adopt a baby to love unconditionally and cherish forever. Expenses paid. Please call Mike and Jenny 1-888-6664030

General Notices 106 BANQUET HALL AND CHAIR & TABLE RENTAL up to 200 people American Legion Post 26 104 N. 3rd. St. Niles, MI (269)357-1411 LEADER PUBLICATIONS CLASSIFIED HOURS Our Niles office is open Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

683-4804 or 1-888-7250108 e-mail: classifieds@leaderpub.com

PUBLISHERS NOTE!!!

This publication does NOT check all of the services or products offered by 800 or 900 numbers. Some advertisements containing these numbers charge a fee for their services or products.

Some of the information provided may be obtained free of charge from other sources. Products or services using a 900 phone number charge your phone account by the minutes used. It is always wise to investigate before you purchase.

WRONGLY DENIED SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS?

I can help. (269)473-2370

Public Notices 110 COME JOIN

the Kiwanis Club of Niles Southwestern Mich.

Making a Difference One Child at A Time!

Meetings every Thursday Noon at the Hob Nob 1109 S. 11th St. Niles, MI 49120 For information call: John Grinnell (269)684-2851

Business Oppor200 tunities Earn Extra Cash on the Weekends

delivering the Leader AREA ROUTES AVAILABLE As an independent contractor you determine the hours you work on Saturday and/or Sunday. You must have a valid drivers license and your own transportation.

Contact Cindy at 269-6877727 or cindy.klingerman@leaderpub.com to learn more about this profitable opportunity

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Accepting applications for current positions: QC Inspector-TTH-$11/hr Industrial Maint..-TTH5+yrs Elect/Maint CNC Grinder-TTHISO exp. a plus Gen. Production/Packer Journeyman Machinist-TTH$19/hr Snow Removal LaborSeasonal/on-call/24hr ava. $12/hr Property Maint.-TTHApt Maint. w/ HVAC exp.

2nd Shift Recyclable Sorter Tool & Die Repair-TTH CMM Programmer-TTH Track & Trace-TTH Williamson Employment Services, Inc. South Bend- 574-289-1454

AIDE WANTED

for quadriplegic women, must be able to do full transfer, light housekeeping & food preparation. Friday 10pm-3am, Saturday 10am2pm & 10pm - 3am.

(574)233-7914 ask for Sabina

BRENTWOOD IN NILES

Is seeking a Part Time Nurse, a Part Time Resident Assistant and 2 TRN Resident Assistants.

Please apply in person at 1147 S. 3rd, Niles No phone calls please

BUS MONITOR

Tri County Head Start Niles Approximately 30 hours/week Position Requirements High School diploma, equivalent or Head Start Parent Must pass pre-employment drug test and Michigan Criminal History Check Excellent Benefits Call 1-800-792-0366 or 269-657-2581 or visit our website www.tricountyhs.org EOE

DIESEL MECHANIC

Waste Away Inc. is hiring for a Diesel Mechanic. See the larger ad in today's paper.

DRIVER

NEW TODAY

HELP WANTED

Our secretary is retiring. We are looking for her replacement, skills needed include; Receptionist, mild bookkeeping, & payroll. min.

NOW HIRING 30 hrs. a week. We Have a Great work environment!

FULL-TIME Apply @ JIM D's Body Shop HOUSEKEEPER M- 51 So. Dowagiac This is a 37.5 hours/week HOME HEALTH AIDES position. Full Benefits needed immediately for package. Will work every work in your area other weekend.

Call A+ Nursing Inc 800-531-0272 Send resumes to IMMEDIATE environment@nwvmemory.c om or call 574-247-1866 OPENINGS! and talk to Henry Borr 20 Part-Time Positions Flexible Schedule – 1st or 2nd Shift $9.00 per hour Buchanan, MI (269) 408-1980

NOW HIRING

Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nurse Aides Kenneth Smith, Inc. Truck Drivers Pulling Dump Trailers Wanted

DRIVERS NEEDED:

Class A CDL and Dump trailer exp. preferred. Tristate area, Home nights and weekends, Fuel Savings Sharing Program, Safety Bonus, Health Benefits.

Apply in person 2596 Detroit Road (M-60) in Niles, MI or call 269-684-5960 to request application www.kennethsmithinc.com

Great Lakes Petroleum Transportation is a multiple unit common carrier operation that engages in the transportation of gas, ethanol, diesel and crude oil throughout Michigan, Indiana, New Mexico and LEADER Texas. We are currently seeking day drivers in the PUBLICATIONS Niles, Michigan area. We ROUTES offer excellent pay AVAILABLE ($65,000+ per year), Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance, See our ad under business Sign-On Bonus, 401k with opportunities company match, vacation pay, home every day, must have hazmat and tanker endorsements. We will train qualified drivers. Please call Rachel at 1-800-335-5844 for an application and to arrange an interview.

The LPN is for part-time work on the afternoon shift (3:00pm-11:00pm) or parttime on the evening shift (11:00pm-7:00am) "and" the Certified Nurse Aide is for part-time on the evening shift (11:00pm-7:00am) Send resumes to wellness@nwvmemory.com or call 574-247-1866 and talk to Jenifer Coffman

NOW HIRING

Silverbrook Manor is hiring CNA's, RN's and LPN's. See the larger ad in today's paper.

P.D.K. Firearm Instruction Concealed Pistol License Classes Nov. 22, 8-5 Contact Paul: 269-462-2584 or Kelly: 269-783-6570 pdkfirearms.com

Apartments

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Griffin Estates

Learn to drive for WERNER ENTERPRISES Earn $850 per week!

No CDL? No Problem!

Local Training Job-Ready in 15 Days!

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available

• Low Deposit • Pets Welcome

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2 BEDROOM

Apartments Available $565/month (269)684-4500 tanglewood-niles.com

2 BEDROOM

In Niles, 1 1/2 bath, overlooking river, $600/month, $600 deposit, no pets, 401 N. State St. (574)220-9020 Cassopolis

STONE LAKE MANOR

Diesel Mechanic

For confidential information call (574) 262-2229 - Joe Will answer or return calls any time, including evenings and weekends. www.wasteawaygroup.com Email: HR@wasteawaygroup.com

• Spacious 1 & 2 Bedrooms • FREE Heat & Hot/Soft Water • Private Patios or Balconies • Washer Dryer Hookups in Apts.

• Short Term Leases

DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED NOW!

Waste-Away Group

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Growing for over 70 years, we are accepting applications for experienced Diesel Mechanics for Mechanic, Inc. Experience with trucks or heavy off-road equipment.

Excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits.

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Senior Apartments.

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Spacious, two bedroom located on beautiful Stone Lake, Intercom entry building, elevator, emergency pull cords. Seniors 62 years or older. Rent starts at $631.00 (based on income).

Please call Toni at 269-4453333 or stop by today at 145 Stone Lake St. for more information. EHO. TDD 1800-649-3777 American Preferred 1-800-968-1792

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Arbor Trails 1615 N. 5TH St.• Niles, Mi 49120

(269) 683-1850 We Have Spacious 3 Bedroom Townhomes with Full Basements Starting at $635/mo.

LARGE 2 BED NILES APT.

North Niles Villas Niles, MI

• SWIMMING POOL • AIR CONDITIONING • 24 HR. MAINTENANCE • COMMUNITY ROOM

FREE WiFi

• SECURITY ACCESS INTERCOM SYSTEM • PLAYGROUND

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Off street parking, onsite no pets, $525/month, walaundry, $560/month. $400 ter & sewer included.

(574)323-1102 dep. (269)695-6924 Apartments

1&2 Bedroom Apartments and 2&3 Bedroom Townhomes Available!

Dowagiac - 407 1/2 Front

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(877) 395-6274

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One month free rent; $100 deposit; free wifi!

FOR RENT

Lg. 1br apt., Dowagiac quiet setting, utilities included. $575/month, $700 deposit.

Sm. 2br house in quiet neighborhood, recently painted & new carpet. $760 includes all util.

Fill out app at: www.dowagiacrentals.com No pets/no smoking in unit.

(269)806-5875 Niles, MI

2&3 BDRM

Rent-Lease, Misc. 442 OFFICE SPACE

For rent, approx. 750 sq ft, corner office, secure building, indoor parking, reasonable rent. Call Roger Tracey (269)683-2211

Houses for Sale

6423 Long Lake Berrien Springs, 4 room, 2 1/2 bath, acres, 2 fireplaces, barn $269,900 Call Mike at (269)470-2995

500

Rd., bed4.4 pole

Rent to Own Mobile Homes $410-$495 mnth, Down payment required. Located in a quite, peaceful, comfortable community. Call 219-285-1671 for more info.

WHETHER BUYING OR SELLING

BUSINESS & SERVICE

DIRECTORY Electrical

Antennas Plus

KLIMEK ENTERPRISES

WHY PAY TO WATCH TV? Dozens of FREE HD & Digital channels, use your own wiring, complete installation & repair, tower removal, packages with antenna, rotor & amp starting at $340. Free Estimates.

Electrical Contracting, No Job Too Big or Small. Free Quotes. Affordable Pricing, Licensed & Insured.

(269)684-6290 or (269)470-4097

General Repair

MR. MAINTENANCE FREE ESTIMATES

Concrete

Roofing, Siding & Windows, Light Hauling & Spring Clean-Ups, No Inside or Outside job too big or small.

Low affordable rates.

(269)591-1403

deprow concrete

Heating

(269) 357-6352

antennasplus1.com

Concrete, bricks, blocks & stonework. Any type of tear out & replace. Basement repairs, landscaping, bobcat work. No job too small. 35 years experience.

Concrete $2.20 a Sq. Ft. Insured Jerry (269) 352-4010

Elderly Care

Kare Services Compassionate Home Care Services (269)684-1984 (574) 292-2900 Email:KKaidanRay@aol.com www.KAREService.com

OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE Robert Flory, Sr. Phone: (269) 423-8458 Cell: (269) 655-5291

Home Improvement WILLIAMS HOME IMPROVEMENT Repairs, Remodel, Windows, Siding, Additions, Painting, Plumbing & more.

Senior discounts-Free estimates

(269) 414-0826

MK CONSTRUCTION Pole barn & other garages specialist. Roofing Siding, Framing and more. Over 25 years experience. Licensed.

Contact Michael N. Knepple (269)476-9777

Lawn & Garden GARDENING WITH INTEGRITY, LLC • Lawn maintenance • Full Landscaping Service • Fall Clean Ups • Cut back & Clean Beds

Call Ellen (269)759-1012

Painting

J.M. HUNT ENTERPRISES, LLC Painting & Drywall. Insured.

Free Estimates. Family Owned & Operated for Over 50 years.

(269)683-4442

Siding FRYMAN’S SEAMLESS GUTTERS & SIDING FRYMAN’S ROOFING Your home exterior experts.

Quality guaranteed!

Locally owned for 50 years.

(269)782-5008 (David & Terri Fryman)

NEW PRICE!

1420 Oak St., Niles 3 Bed/2 Bath, 1690 sqft Lots of new updates Carolee Dalrymple Pier Realty 616-634-2358

(708)712-8703 (269)695-5839

Antenna Service

Brandywine Area of Niles Sprawling Ranch Large Corner Lot GeoThermal Heating/Cooling Immediate Occupancy Call or Text Chris Moore Freedom Realty (269)362-5665 (269)687-8484

Collectibles 602 NILES FLEA MARKET

111 E. Main St, Niles MI New vendors bringing many new items weekly. Open House Nov 28th-30th! Come Christmas shopping with us!

(269) 262-4333

Auctions

603

NILES COMMUNITY AUCTION'S HUGE CHRISTMAS SALE December 6th, Doors open @ 3:30 pm, auction starts at 4 pm. Antiques, collectables, furniture, & tons of new items!

802 Fort St, Niles MI (269) 635-0271

Cemetery Lots 617 2 LOTS & VAULTS

with out washer/dryer hookup $140/week. Tenant pays electric, all electric in418 cluding heat. Water, trash, For Rent Cassopolis & Dowagiac sewage included in rent.

SHARP 2 BEDROOM 2 THREE BDRM $200 deposit. (269)845ranch home with 1 car HOUSES garage, fenced back yard, 7182 OR (269)414-0385 Unfurnished, appliances quiet location, $625/month Mon.-Sun. 2-8PM included.

FOR SALE

Integrity Real Estate Professionals would love the opportunity to serve you. Call any of our agents for professional service you expect and deserve.

269-684-5030 Integrity Real Estate Professionals

Snow Removal

SNOW PLOWING Free Estimates!

Don’t wait too late!

Hopper Excavating

Manufactured 502 Homes GREAT HOME! GREAT PRICE!

(269) 783-1744 Tree Service THE CUTTING EDGE PRO TREE CARE Complete Tree Service SAME DAY ESTIMATES Insured, Competitive Rates.

(269)687-4972

payne’s TRee seRVICe Tree trimming & Removal.

Stump Grinding & Firewood.

Bobcat & Concrete Work.

Insured.

2 Bd/2 Bth, air cond., Vaulted ceilings, $488/MO* Buchanan, 269-695-3119

HOMES FOR SALE IN DECATUR

(269)663-8091

Used Appliances HUGE SALE AT

BILL’S USED APPLIANCES

Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm Sat. 10am-3pm Closed Sunday 2324 S. 11th Street-Niles (269) 340-5952

Thank You for shopping local!

To advertise here contact classifieds at 269-687-7717

3 bed, 2 bath homes ready to be moved into. Lease options starting at $599 per month (includes lot rent, insurance, water, trash) Call (269)423-7024 or visit www.phelpscommunity.com to view pictures

STUNNING HOME! GREAT PRICE!

3 bd/2 bth, A/C, garden tub, Thermopane Windows, New flooring throughout Call 269-695-3119 Riverside Estates

Mission Hills Pine Haven.

Lots going at $895 for 2, Vaults $795 each. Asking $2,000 for all. (269)6844325 leave message or bsknaak@sbcglobal.net

2 PLOTS & 2 VAULTS

in Mission Hills Memorial Gardens in Niles, valued at $4,600, asking $1,600 negotiable, will pay transfer fees! (219) 393-1977

Good Things to 636 Eat LEHMAN'S ORCHARD HONEYCRISP APPLES & CIDER (269)683-9078 2280 Portage Rd. Niles Sunday-Friday noon-5pm Saturday 9am-5pm

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WMU’s Celiscar honored by MAC

Win, lose & drew

SUBMITTED CLEVELAND — Western Michigan senior cornerback Donald Celiscar has been named Mid-American Conference West Division Defensive Player of the Week after his performance in WMU’s 32-20 win at Central Michigan.

Celiscar (Winterhaven, Fla./Winter Haven) helped shut down the Chippewa passing attack with six tackles, four pass break-ups and his fourth interception of the season.

Celiscar also shut down CMU wide receiver Titus Davis, who only managed two of his five catches when matched up with Celiscar. His five total passes defended pushed him to a tie with teammate Ronald Zamort for the nation’s lead at 1.8 per game.

The Broncos are back in action Friday at 11 a.m. against MAC West foe Northern Illinois. The game can be seen live on ESPNU and tickets are available by calling 1-888-4-WMUTIX or online at www.wmubroncos.com/tickets.

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calendar email: scott.novak @leaderpub.com Call: 687-7702

Upton, Novak remained tied

STAFF REPORT

Niles Athletic Director Jeff Upton and Daily Star Sports Editor Scott Novak remained tied atop the Niles Daily Star Football Forecaster standings despite another tough week for the group overall.

Upton and Novak both went 5-5 and are deadlocked at 89-41.

Allison Hayes of the Big Ten Network and Buchanan Athletic Director Fred Smith both

Fred Smith

turned in 8-2 weeks to lead the forecasters, while Dennis Cooper, Ambrosia Neldon and Michael Caldwell were all 7-3.

Hayes and John Jarpe are tied for third place at 88-42, while Cooper is two games back at 86-44.

Things do not get much easier for the forecasters as teams begin facing their traditional rivals over the next couple of weekends, which means all bets are off when it comes to picking winners.

Jeff Upton

Allison Hayes

Current standings

Scott Novak 89-41 Jeff Upton 89-41 John Jarpe 88-42 Allison Hayes 88-42 Dennis Cooper 86-44 Antwon Jones 84-46 Michael Caldwell 80-50 Tiffanie Gogley 79-51 Fred Smith 77-53 Ambrosia Neldon 74-56

Scott Novak

Antwon Jones

8-2/77-53

5-5/89-41

8-2/88-42

5-5/89-41

8-2/84-46

Ohio State USC Michigan State Northern Illinois Wisconsin Texas A&M Arizona State UCLA Georgia Mississippi State

Ohio State USC Michigan State Western Michigan Wisconsin Texas A&M Arizona UCLA Georgia Mississippi State

Ohio State Notre Dame Michigan State Northern Illinois Wisconsin LSU Arizona State UCLA Georgia Mississippi State

Ohio State USC Michigan State Western Michigan Wisconsin LSU Arizona State UCLA Georgia Mississippi State

Ohio State Notre Dame Michigan State Northern Illinois Minnesota LSU Arizona State UCLA Georgia Mississippi

John Jarpe

Dennis Cooper

Ambrosia Neldon

Michael Caldwell

Tiffanie Gogley

6-4/88-42

7-3/86-44

7-3/74-56

7-3/80-50

4-6/79-51

Ohio State USC MSU WMU Wisconsin LSU ASU UCLA Georgia Mississippi State

Ohio State USC Michigan State Northern Illinois Wisconsin LSU Arizona UCLA Georgia Mississippi State

Ohio State Notre Dame Michigan State Western Michigan Minnesota LSU Arizona Stanford Georgia Mississippi

Ohio State USC Michigan State Western Michigan Wisconsin Texas A&M Arizona UCLA Georgia Mississippi State

Ohio State Notre Dame Michigan State Western Michigan Wisconsin Texas A&M Arizona Stanford Georgia Mississippi

This Week’s Games Week 14 Michigan at Ohio State Notre Dame at USC

Michigan State at Penn State Northern Illinois at Western Michigan

Minnesota at Wisconsin LSU at Texas A&M Arizona State at Arizona

Stanford at UCLA Georgia Tech at Georgia Mississippi State at Mississippi

Changes are often as bad as they are good

I

recall a toaster that was handed down from my parents when my wife and I were first married and in need of everything. It was already an antique, but it worked just fine, popping nicely browned bread with efficiency.

Some years later, we handed that toaster down to another generation; and we have missed its iconic look and quick, quality performance. No toaster we’ve had since has matched that model.

Recently we purchased a new dishwasher to replace one that was at least 25 years old. The new appliance is advertised as more energy efficient, with the features now required by the government in order to be more environmentally friendly. But the fact is, it runs twice as long and works half as well, often requiring a second wash to adequately clean the dishes.

You would think these earlier disappointments

would have taught us; but even more recently we purchased a new washer and new dryer . . . energy efficient, of course . . . with all the required environmental improvements included.

But again, the washer runs twice as long as the model it replaced. The dryer does too, and the clothes remain damp after repeating the maximum drying time . . . twice.

All of which proves the point that change is not MHSAA Perspective always good.

Jack Roberts People who proclaim that the world is changing and that we must change too are not always on the higher ground.

Change is as often bad as it is good; and change often needs to be confronted, and thwarted.

Much of the change that has come to our homes has not improved our daily lives. Much of the change that has come to our schools has not improved the quality of education our children receive. Much of the change that has come to school sports has done much to harm and little to help educational athletics.

We must ignore the hype and point out the pitfalls of the shiny new products and promotions.

Saying “No” to change is sometimes the boldest and best leadership we can provide for schoolsponsored sports.

John “Jack” Roberts is the executive director of the Michigan High School Athletic Association.

TUESDAY, DEC. 2 Niles girls basketball at Edwardsburg, 7:15 p.m.

Brandywine girls basketball at Kalamazoo Loy Norrix, 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, DEC. 5 Benton Harbor at Niles girls basketball, 7 p.m.

Bridgman at Brandywine girls basketball, 7:30 p.m.

In brief Elks Hoop Shoot set for Dec. 6 The Dowagiac Elks will hold its annual H o o p S h o o t Fre e Throw Contest at the D owa g i a c M i d d l e School Saturday, Dec. 6.

Registration and warm ups begin at 10 a.m.

The contest is open to girls and boys ages 6 to 13 whose 14th birthday must not be before April 1. All kids in Cass County are welcome and the program is free to all participants.

Each participant will shoot 25 free t h row s a n d e a c h group winner will receive a new basketball and move on with other winners to the district event.

Ultimately, district winners and family expenses will be paid to attend state, regional and national contests.

The Hoop Shoot provides a character building and competitive experience for all participants. Contestants learn about the impor tance of respect, good sportsmanship and accepting defeat or winning gracefully.

Through healthy competition and practice, contestants develop skills that aid in achieving school and life success.

A total of 53 youngsters participated in l a s t ye a r ’ s H o o p Shoot.

The Hoop Shoot is just one of the Dowagiac Youth Activities sponsored by the Dowagiac Elks Lodge.

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