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Four Flags Chamber of Commerce 2015 Directory

SOuThwEST MIChIgAN LANdLOrdS ASSOCIATION “Striving to provide quality housing to deserving tenants of Southwest Michigan & Northern Indiana.” We are a non-profit Landlord Association formed to provide a means to help each other and provide quality housing for the tenants of Southwest Michigan’s 7 county area and Northern Indiana.

Come & Join. • Providing Website to Advertise • Discounts • Provide Forms • Helping Find Good Tenants • Continued Landlord Education • Legal Help – Association Lawyer • Help with Court Procedures • Monthly Meetings • Tenant Issues • Newsletter helping prospective tenants find homes to rent! Southwest Michigan Landlords Association Meetings: Last Thursday of every month 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Law Enforcement Complex 1600 Silverbrook, Niles, MI Meetings Are Open To All! Contact Phil Lawson, President at 269.591.2124 Scan here to visit our website or go to www.rentSwMichigan.com

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Our people make the difference!

Tyler Chevrolet Cadillac www.TylerChevroletCadillac.com 1810 S 11th St. (M 51 S) Niles, MI 49120 Sales (800) 483-1875 Service (800) 641-6741 Collision Center (269) 683-1510

Tyler Kia www.TylersKia.com 1810 S 11th St. (M 51 S) Niles, MI 49120 Sales (800) 483-1875 Service (800) 641-6741 Collision Center (269) 683-1510

Tyler Honda www.TylersHonda.com 4356 Red Arrow Highway Stevensville, MI 49127 Sales (888) 393-3257 Service (888) 393-3257 Collision Center (269) 683-1510

Tyler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram www.TylerDodgeJeepChrysler.com 1102 S. 11th St. (M 51 S) Niles, MI 49120 Sales (888) 506-6904 Service (888) 506-6897 Collision Center (269) 683-1510

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elcome to the 2015 Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce Member Directory. Your chamber is working to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Build a Better Community for Business.â&#x20AC;? We are excited to bring you this directory that is dedicated to our member business investors and all they do to serve the greater Niles community and the surrounding areas. The primary focus is the good news happening in our community through the growth and success. In this directory, you will find more than you knew was here. Our hope is that by learning more about the local businesses, you will take time to spend your money in the Greater Niles community with our members first. The Chamber supports the community, working to ensure and enhance the business environment in the Four Flags Area. The Chamber is a voluntary organization working with the business community to foster growth

and prosperity. The Chamber has 410 members with continual growth, and the Chamber is committed to serving not only member businesses, but also the local economy to aid in the success of our member businesses and make

the Greater Niles Area a better place to live and work. Our mission is to assist our members in growing their businesses and to provide a leadership role in growing the business community of the Greater Niles area. Collaboration is a vital key to growing our community and ensuring future success of this region. We work as a partner to our members and try to assist them with areas they need help, from creating a business plan to succession planning, and all things in between. I appreciate your taking the time to get to know the Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce and its member businesses. I encourage you to shop and use our members first whenever possible.

Tyanna Weller President/CEO

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4...........................Letter from the President 5...........................Benefits of Membership 6...........................2015 Calendar of Events 7...........................Chamber Bits and Recommendations 8...........................Health & Wellness Summit 10.........................Making Niles a Thriving Economy 12.........................Niles Cares Initiative 12.........................Chamber Recommendations 14.........................Niles Young Leaders 16.........................2014 Award Winners 36.........................Member Directory 41.........................Chamber Recommendations

Benefits of Membership Membership directory focused on member businesses Online member directory Webpage featuring your business data Grand openings and ribbon cuttings Networking opportunities including business after hours/eye opener breakfasts Sponsorship/volunteer opportunities, golf outings and annual awards dinner Fourth of July family expo Health and wellness expo Leadership training for key employees Literature displayed in our chamber welcome center Online calendaring Member to member discounts Business services assistance Conference space Business referrals

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2015 Calendar of Events

15 Learning Wednesday 16 Annual Dinner & Awards

(Doors open at 5:00 pm), Morris Estate Supper Club Speaker Todd Gongwer, Lead for Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sake

15 Legislative Breakfast (7:30 a.m.) Niles District Library

20 Learning Wednesday (2:00 p.m.)

25 Business After Hours at Greater

27 Health & Wellness Summit

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17 Learning Wednesday (2:00 p.m.)

Michiana Camp (7:30 a.m.) Faith Based Summit (9:00 a.m.)

2nd Annual Craft Brew and Wine

15 Learning Wednesday

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23 Modineer 75th Anniversary

TBD 18 hole Golf Outing

Celebration at Orchard Hills CC

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Family Expo and Fireworks

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Did you know? A national survey of 2,000 adults reveals that being active in a local chamber of commerce is an effective business strategy because two-thirds of consumers believe that such companies use good business practices, are reputable, care about their customers and are involved in the community. The study, conducted by the Schapiro Group, an Atlanta-based strategic consulting firm, found consumer perceptions of chamber members to be positive in many ways: • When consumers know that a small business is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 49% more likely to think favorably of it and 80% more likely to purchase goods or services from the company in the future. • If a company shows that it is highly involved in its local chamber (e.g., is a chamber board member), consumers are 10% more likely to think that its products stack up better against its competition. • When consumers know that a national restaurant franchise is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 68% more likely to eat at the franchise in the next few months. • When consumers know that an insurance company is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 36% more likely to think favorably of the company.

Major Impact on Small Businesses Small businesses represent the largest segment of most local chamber membership roles, and the study indicates that chamber membership has consistent and powerful benefits for small business members — if consumers are aware that the small business is involved with its local chamber. For example, if respondents know

that a small business is a member of its local chamber, the business enjoys a 49% increase in its consumer favorability rating, a 73% increase in consumer awareness, a 68% increase in its local reputation, and an 80% increase in the likelihood that consumers will patronize the business in the future. Most people know what their local chambers do; the study assessed the effect of this knowledge on perceptions of chamber members. The researchers said any belief about the chamber of commerce — whether that belief was true or not — could have a significant positive impact on how someone views a member … he or she is more likely to think that the [member] company’s products stack up well and have a favorable opinion toward the company. The key factor in developing and maintaining positive consumer perception of chamber members, the Schapiro Group said, was that “positive outcomes only occur when consumers know that a business is a chamber member (i.e., being involved in the chamber is a known facet of the company’s reputation).” Accordingly, when consumers know that a large business is a member of the chamber, they are likely to patronize the company more often, to express favorable opinions about the company, to know more about the company, and to buy the company’s products. The strength and nature of these effects differ by industry.

Creating Consumer Confidence

When consumers know that a restaurant franchise is a member of the chamber of commerce, they are 15% more likely to report knowing a lot about the franchise, 58% more likely to eat at the franchise more often, 68% more likely to eat at the franchise in

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recommendations I have enjoyed being a part of the Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce for a number of reasons, but most of all because they are a conglomeration of passionate business owners from northern Indiana and southwestern Michigan who want to save you money and grow your business! ~Kathy Williamson Simply Said Custom Vinyl Designs

The Four Flags C of C has become even more active recently in offering events to promote community and social gatherings to increase visibility of member businesses. It is great to see a revival of the Chamber’s originally intended purpose...to promote business within the Community. ~Scott Williams Inner Journey Healing Arts

I am pleased to write a recommendation for the Niles Chamber of Commerce. Over the past five years I have been a member of the chamber and/or served as an ambassador. The Chamber has a unique way of connecting businesses to the community, through networking and fun events. ~Carla Murphy AAA Michigan

Four Flags Chamber of Commerce is vital to the growth and stability for our region. Its resources and ability to bring the business and community together is priceless. Niles and the surrounding areas are strengthened by our chamber and the relationships it helps us build. ~Tim Brown Brown Funeral Home

Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce is wonderful. The staff’s dedication to Niles and surrounding communities has lifted our community to new heights. Four Flags Chamber proves time and again the dedication, drive and commitment to bring new businesses and events that attract new people to the Niles area. I believe the best is yet to come! ~Nate Fite River Ridge Manor

As a new member to the Chamber I found everyone involved to be warm and friendly. They have all been eager to help with the advancement of businesses as well as service to the community! ~Griffin Estates

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the next few months, and 37% more likely to think favorably of the franchise. Among consumers who do not eat at the franchise so often, those who are aware that the franchise is a member of the chamber are 33% more likely to hold favorable opinions of the franchise. Among consumers who hold less favorable opinions of the franchise, those who are aware that the franchise is a member of the chamber are 65% more likely to eat there in the coming months. The study, commissioned by the American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), in cooperation with the Western Association of Chamber Executives, was sponsored by Insperity, a Houston-based company that provides human resources

and other business services to more than 100,000 businesses nationwide. J. Mac Holladay, founder and CEO of Market Street Services, an economic development firm in Atlanta, was a key contributor of concepts used to develop the study. The new study tracks similar data reported by the Schapiro Group in 2007. “Despite changes in markets and demographics, a nagging recession and the growing influence of the internet, the chamber brand today is stronger and more dynamic than ever,” said ACCE President Mick Fleming. “We’re proud that the numbers prove, once again, that engagement in a chamber means a positive perception of the business in the eyes of the buying public.”

Health and Wellness Summit

n working to create a better community for business and to enhance community collaboration, the Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce has identified the vitality of the community as a key ingredient to setting a higher standard in the community. The Health and Wellness Summit is an expo created to bring our Health and Wellness partners together along with other businesses that can provide stress relief in meeting daily needs, demonstrating all this community and region

• Free Estimates • Complete Auto Service • Factory Trained Technicians • Convenient Hours: Mon – Fri: 8a-6p, Saturday: 9a-4p

has to offer. This year our Summit is being held at Fernwood Nature Center, featuring lush gardens and a relaxing atmosphere, truly a gem in the arena of health and wellness in our area. This event takes place on Wednesday, May 27 from 2-6 p.m., at Fernwood Botanical Gardens & Nature Center. The event will feature a Health and Wellness expo, seminars, fitness classes and demonstrations by member wellness experts.

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Martin’s Super Markets Pledging service and value to customers and community since 1947. In the fall of 1947, Jane and Martin Tarnow opened the first Martin’s Super Market as an 800-square-foot store on Portage Avenue in South Bend, Indiana. From that small beginning, Martin’s Super Markets has grown to 21 stores located in South Bend, Mishawaka, Elkhart, Granger, Nappanee, Plymouth, Logansport, Goshen and Warsaw Indiana, as well as stores in Niles, St. Joseph and Stevensville, Michigan. A new Martin’s Express store will open on the south side of Goshen, Indiana on May 7th.

Martin’s has continued to offer its customers conveniences such as full-service Floral Shoppes and specialty departments, including Side Door Deli Cafés, which offer a full variety of hot and cold ready-to-eat menu items. Customers can pick up their favorite Starbucks® beverage at more than half of the Martin’s stores. Paw Mart pet supply stores are located adjacent to five store locations. A “Do It Best” hardware center is found in Martin’s Portage Avenue location in South Bend. Martin’s Advantage Card holders enjoy exclusive discounts at any one of seven Martin’s Fuel Centers. Customers can also get their prescriptions filled while they shop at any one of 15 convenient, in-store pharmacies.

The Tarnows made their small store a success through hard work, determination and innovative ideas. Although these qualities are always important, it’s customer service that is the top priority at every Martin’s location. Each employee is trained to meet customers’ needs, while providing the best quality products and greatest value Community service and involvement helps for the dollar. Martin’s mission to be more than “just a

grocery store.” To meet the needs of area schools, Martin’s established the Advantages for Education program, which helps schools earn educational equipment through customers’ use of their Martin’s Advantage Cards. Martin’s has donated $3.6 million in cash and equipment to area schools since 1989. Martin’s also sponsors several other programs that give back to the community; including Stuff a Bus (food drive), Roofsit (prevent child abuse) and Heat for Homes (heating assistance). Visit the community page at www.martins-supermarkets.com to learn more about Martin’s goal to make a difference in the local community. Every year Martin’s lends support to causes both great and small. Still a family-owned and operated business, Rob Bartels is currently the president and CEO of Martin’s Super Markets; Bob Bartels is chairman.

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Make Niles a Thriving Economy

When stores are kept in business, it keeps jobs in town.

We all seek to live in a vibrant community

Money spent in your town in a local small business usually stays in town.

where great things happen, a booming

It goes into the local bank, where it is loaned

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out to local residents, and it circulates within

Local people need jobs to be able to continue

the local economy. Money spent at the big-box

spending money in their community.

stores leaves town immediately and goes to the headquarters of said company, never to return to the local economy again. One 2004 study found that for every $100 spent at a

local businesses, $68 remained in the

You get better customer service from small businesses. Have a problem with something you bought? You can actually walk in and talk to the person who sold you the product.

community versus $43 for chain stores. That’s a big difference.

Tax dollars assist our infrastructure.

Shopping in Niles means tax dollars remain in our community to assist with improving our roads and schools.

It keeps your community alive. Instead of having a busy “big-box” store down the street and empty store-fronts lining your downtown, keeping local business owners “in business” keeps your town alive and kicking. Keeping the economy alive also helps with local events, which small businesses are more apt to sponsor and support. Many big-boxes just take the money and run.

Supporting local businesses is a way of living mindfully and giving conscious thought to where you are spending your money and where it goes after it leaves your wallet.

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West Woods of Niles is a family owned and operated long term care community. Our resident - focused home offers private rooms, courtyards, and common areas for visiting family & friends. Please come see us. NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY.

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Initiative

he Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce seeks to encourage collaboration among community service clubs, churches and residents. Quarterly meetings have been set with local churches in order to devise a plan to work together in restoring this community to greatness. This effort has led to the formation of

C the Niles Cares Initiative. This initiative seeks to assist the area service groups in meeting their annual needs by highlighting one service group a month and asking the community to contribute to that need, thereby making a collaborative effort to address community needs. Groups hoping to benefit from this

initiative include, but are not limited to, are: the Salvation Army, Pregnancy Care Center, Niles-Buchanan YMCA, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Ferry Street Resource Center, Meals on Wheels and more. Donations can be made at the Chamber or directly to these organizations. Watch our website for more details.

Chamber recommendations For such a small town we have an awesome Chamber which is very active in working with the businesses within our community, always planning great events that bring people from outside the area to visit our great little town. Keep up the good work! ~Tara Gallagher Indiana Electronics and Communications

Thanks to the FFACC, my network and circle of influence has grown beyond my expectations. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve developed relationships, both professional and personal, that will be lifelong. ~Chris Fleck United Federal Credit Union

Niles is stronger when we work and play together. Become a member of the Chamber today! ~S. Ian Martin Owner of RadioShack in Niles

The Four Flags Chamber of Commerce is an outstanding group of individuals and businesses in our local community. The central focus is to help one another grow and thrive in our local area. I have never been a part of a group that is more focused on the common good of the whole as this Chamber is. ~Joe Ealy Western & Southern Life

Child & Family Services of Southwestern Michigan belongs to the Four Flags Area Chamber because we believe in the partnerships and networking opportunities that are available through membership. We are all stronger when we are working together through the connections we make at Chamber activities. ~ Joseph Goepfrich Child & Family Services of Southwest Michigan

Belonging to Four Flags Chamber has been both personally and professionally beneficial for me and my company. It is a wonderful â&#x20AC;&#x153;homeâ&#x20AC;? for small businesses throughout Michiana. ~Karen Bachert Your Business Needs Fans

We are members of the Chamber and greatly appreciate their efforts in the business community and the community at large. They are always advocates for our services and those of the other member businesses. It has helped our business grow substantially in the South County area. Our Chamber membership has allowed us to grow quicker than expected. ~Jerry Sarno Schooley Mitchell

The Four Flags Chamber of Commerce creates innovative ways to connect with the community and

encourage business growth. Being a part of the Chamber is a way to invest in your community. I am glad to be a part of this grass roots organization. ~Mary Cooper Cressy Everett Realty I have two businesses that are members of the Chamber and my belief is that the Chamber is a very valuable asset. The Chamber works very hard to promote its member businesses in the Four Flags Area. I also feel that the Chamber events are a great place to network and meet other business owners in the area. ~Scott Williams Michiana Mobile

This group really gets it as far as having the right energy level and enthusiasm to encourage new business and keep the members involved. Great job! ~Cathie Yoder Chemical Bank

The Four Flags Chamber is very much a champion for the businesses and the community it serves. There is always a willingness to collaborate with other organizations to make each event as successful as possible. The Chamber is by far the doing the most in the Niles area to make things better for the business community. ~ Anonymous

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City of Niles Leadership: Mayor Michael McCauslin, City Administrator Richard Huff How long have you been in business? Niles was incorporated in 1839. It is the oldest City in Berrien County. What do you offer or do? We are a local municipal entity which provides Quality of Life Services to our residents. Services include, but are not limited to: city parks, road maintenance, snow removal, police and fire services, limb and leaf pickup, and city utilities (electric, water and wastewater processing) and a variety of other services. What makes you stand out from competitors? We are a full-service municipality, which means we not only provide utilities, we also provide fully staffed departments to handle code enforcement, public safety, public works and both community and economic development functions. We also support numerous volunteer-driven events. What is one message you would convey to customers, clients or the community? Come grow with us in Niles! Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re planning for the future. What do you love most about the Niles community? This city is very fortunate to have so many residents who are interested in their community and the government processes of our community. Because of this there are hundreds of residents who volunteer thousands of hours a year to provide activities and events. Unique fact or story about your business? The first house in Niles was built in 1823. Niles was incorporated in 1839. The Four Flags City has been governed by four countries: France, England, Spain, and the United States. Future Plans? The Niles City Council has set in motion long-range plans for the future development of residential and commercial properties and routinely examines all development projects for their future sustainability and use.

City of Niles 333 N. 2nd St. Niles, MI 49120

269.683.4700 â&#x20AC;˘ www.ci.niles.mi.us

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We Do It! Cynthia Laurita Financial Center Manager Bertrand Financial Center 2753 S 11th St, Niles MI 49120 269-683-9379 Cynthia.laurita@53.com

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Financial Center Manager Broadway Financial Center 322 Broadway, Niles MI 49120 269-683-4539 Matt.gerard@53.com

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Niles Young Leaders

he Niles Young Leaders (NYL) is an initiative of the Four Flags Chamber of Commerce created to unite and develop young professionals with the goal of community wide personal and professional growth. NYL are distinguished young men and women who represent the future leaders of the Greater Niles Area. Each month the Niles Young Leaders host events that help its members develop professional connections and relationships, as well as learn more about local businesses within the area. The members raise the level of local social responsibility among young professionals and create opportunities for community engagement through partnering with local organizations and initiatives. These activities will focus on fun activities, community awareness and educational opportunities. Joining Niles Young Leaders is the perfect opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest and most talented young leaders among the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s workforce and make a difference in the community.

May 28 Fun! Networking at the Brass Eye June Community Awareness Engagement Graduation gift/lunch for adopted class July 2 Fundraising - Sell items at fireworks July 18 Community Awareness Relay for Life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Niles High School August 1 Fun! Volunteer at Brew festival September Fun! Volunteer at Haunted House Community Awareness October Adopt a class November Education: Goal setting seminar for the new year with Becky Brown. December Fun! Ugly Sweater Party

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Peerless Electrical Contracting, LLC Peerless Electrical Contracting is an innovative company that prides themselves on offering excellent customer service. Peerless is owned and operated by David and Katie Shier. They both grew up in the Michiana area and love raising their children in this community and around their families. Just as family is there for each other, Peerless is there to help you with all your electrical needs. As a multi-faceted company, we are eager to handle any project you are wanting to accomplish - no job is too big or too small. We are also one of the few certified Generac dealers and technicians in the Michiana area and we will customize any generator project to give you the comfort and peace of mind you need.

Whether it’s a standby power system for a large data center, a backup generator powering the family home through an outage, portable generators powering tools at the job site, or the cleaning power of a pressure washer, Generac meets the power needs of consumers and businesses alike.

Design / Builds • Pool Wiring • Commercial • Industrial • Residential

1141 Fisk Street, Niles (289) 591-1422 www.electricallypeerless.com

We are devoted to making this community a better place and strive to give every customer prompt, professional service. Our company’s goal is to make sure every client is satisfied with our quality of work, and we are continuing to plan for the future, staying current on all advancements in the field. Peerless Electrical Contracting “Powering What’s Next”

Certified Generac Sales and Service Dealer Prompt, Professional Service covering all areas of the electrical industry

Score Michiana SCORE Michiana is a nonprofit association, dedicated to helping small businesses start, grow, and succeed. It was founded in 1972 as one of the 321 chapters of the national SCORE organization. SCORE is the country’s premier source of free and confidential small business advice for entrepreneurs and small businesses dedicated to entrepreneur education and the formation, growth, and success of small businesses.

Awarded SCORE’s highest rating, a platinum award, for the 3rd consecutive year. The platinum award is given for outstanding leadership, commitment, and exemplary services. SCORE Michiana provides free mentoring services to both prospective and current small businesses owners.

For more information, go to michiana.score.org or call 574-310-8097

The Michiana Chapter was awarded a platinum award, SCORE’s highest rating, for the third year in a row. The award recognizes a chapter for outstanding leadership, commitment, and exemplary services in maintaining chapter standards of operation. The rating means that the chapter is in the top 5% of the 320+ chapters in the country. Since 2013, SCORE Michiana helped 76 businesses open their doors. Of those businesses, 53 of them borrowed 2.2 million dollars in loans from local banks. The other 23 businesses started without borrowing money. SCORE Michiana’s mission is to foster vibrant small business communities through mentoring and education. Its goal is to give every person the support necessary to thrive as a small business owner. For more information, go to michiana.score.org or call (574) 310-8097.

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2014 Award Winners

Business of the Year United Federal Credit Union

UFCU and its leadership have added to the growth in the Niles community with building a new administrative building on 11th Street. The investment in this community has been very valuable. Originally chartered in 1949, the company began as the Nineteen Hundred Credit Union. Now more commonly known as Whirlpool Corporation, it was

started in a small cashbox kept in a desk drawer. Another section of its roots came in 1937 as the Buchanan Clark Employee Credit Union. This company later changed its name to United Federal Credit Union in 1987. After some curve, from acquiring and consolidating with other Credit Unions across the nation and bends in the road, these two joined to later become United Federal Credit Union in 2006. The year 2013 was a banner year for United Federal Credit Union as it was named the Michigan Credit Union Leagueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Outstanding Credit Union of the Year and National Federal Credit Union of the Year by the National Association of Federal Credit Unions. But they did not stop there. They continue to invest in the communities they serve with scholarships, volunteer hours and sponsorships of sports teams and chambers of commerce.

Industry of the Year Niles Steel Tank

Niles Steel Tank underwent a number of major changesin 2014. The most farreaching of these was the relocation to a new, larger manufacturing facility. The new location dramatically increases the manufacturing space to an impressive 110,000 square foot. Niles Steel Tank is a U.S. manufacturer of ASME code pressure vessels and storage tanks for both

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Meridian Title Corporation How long have you been in business? 75+ years What do you offer or do? Title insurance and escrow/settlement related services. What makes you stand out from your competitors? Highest levels of customer service, experienced and knowledgeable staff, ability to meet and exceed needs of ever-changing real estate market.

Proudly offering title, escrow and real estate services to the Niles community.

What is one message you would convey to customers, clients or the community? Meridian is committed to giving back to the communities in which it operates.

What do you love most about the Niles community? Strong sense of community, business organizations working together for the greater good of Niles to foster growth and development. Unique fact or story about your business? Meridian is a locally owned and operated company, one of the 12 largest title insurance agents in the country, and is able to facilitate real estate transactions nationwide.

Niles Office 309 Broadway St. Niles, MI 49120 p: 269.683.0070 f: 269.683.0161

A/CCELERATED Services, LLC A/CCELERATED Services, LLC is a premier HVAC, refrigeration and mechanical contractor, located in Elkhart, Indiana with more than 75 years combined experience, training and education.

Single Source Provider Commercial HVAC • Refrigeration • Industrial Piping • Restaurant Equipment Installation & Maintenance 24 Hours • 7 Days a Week • 365 Days a Year

Professional, Courteous & Timely Service 23522 County Road 4, #2 | Elkhart, IN 46514

(574) 206-1001 | www.acceleratedservicesllc.com

We are dedicated to providing courteous, timely, professional and personal service to all local businesses. A/CCELERATED Services, LLC is a preferred Scotsman Ice-Care Commercial Servicing Dealer and has been awarded the status of Certified Mitsubishi Service Provider authorized to install and service all Mitsubishi HVAC equipment. We install and repair all major brands of ice machines, walk-in and reach-in coolers and freezers, air conditioners, furnaces, air make up units, hot side kitchen equipment and more. Our customers are our first priority. We pride ourselves in the fact that our customers will never talk to a machine when they call our offices - a local staff member will be at the other end of the line. To ensure that we are able to best service your equipment, our technicians are committed to maintaining and expanding their knowledge and education. We offer all of our services 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year. With technicians from Niles, Edwardsburg, Elkhart, South Bend and North Liberty, we can quickly respond to needs over our full coverage area.

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carbon and stainless steels. The business’s headquarters are located in Niles, Michigan. Niles Steel Tank began operation in 1898 and has been manufacturing high quality pressure vessels for many industries including automotive, compressor, paint and paper, solar, water storage, HVAC, chemical, power, ethanol, aerospace, agricultural, food, pharmaceutical, and many others. Their high standard for excellence is portrayed in the workmanship of each vessel they build. Niles Steel Tank builds under the ASME code of boiler and pressure vessels Division I Section VIII. They service many customers from OEM’s to engineering and procurement companies to facility management firms. Customers range from refineries, chemical plants, aerospace, press equipment manufacturers, boiler manufacturers and others. Niles Steel Tank manufactures custom OEM pressure tanks to oneof-a-kind custom pressure vessels and strives to be the most competitively priced with the best on-time delivery in the industry. Niles Steel Tank also manufacturers glass-lined water storage tanks, large volume multi-coil solar tanks, buffer tanks and glass lined process vessels and glass lined pipe and fittings. New Member of the Year The Prized Pig

from the ground up. Opening in January of 2014 in one of the worst winters ever, they have thrived and continue to make out-ofthis-world bar BBQ here in Niles. Service Organization of the Year Niles District Library

Ambassador of the Year Scott Williams

Setting the pace for thinking outside the box, the Niles District Library has been on the cutting edge of innovation when it comes to serving the community. They have proved that a local library is more than just a room full of books. Thousands of people in Niles benefit from thier services. They have hosted monthly job fairs, leadership learning and educational opportunities. They host concerts, kids activities, book clubs and more. The staff has boundless energy and ideas and are allowed to shine by their leader, Nancy Studebaker, who is the director. They allow their space to be used by many groups, including the Salvation Army Red Backpack program, Feeding the Sheep, the United Way, The Niles– Buchanan YMCA and more. Outstanding Leadership Award Michael Caldwell

Opening its doors in early 2014, it didn’t take long for The Prized Pig to become a popular spot for the best BBQ around. They have been a great example of success, building a business

When it comes to charting a course for success, Mike Caldwell and his team at Leader Publications are setting the bar. Mike’s leadership and creative approach are changing the way we see our community. Mike came to Niles from Ohio, and brought his family in one of the coldest, snowiest winters on record. He has brought energy, vitality and leadership to the Niles Daily Star and other publications Leader produces. We commend his hard work and dedication to our community.

Scott has gone above and beyond as a Chamber ambassador. Chosen by his fellow ambassadors, Scott is a great example of what an outstanding ambassador looks like. He is always talking about Chamber activities and events, and he often is seen going door to door to spread the news of happenings in our community. Volunteer of the Year Jane Brandsetter Jane heads the Niles Education Foundation, she serves on the board of directors at the Niles-Buchanan YMCA and she started the Hope Cares Initiative at the Niles-Buchanan YMCA, which pays for cancer screenings and offers use of YMCA services for cancer patients and their caregivers for up to 12 weeks post treatment. Jane has a heart of gold and

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Michiana Home Care, Inc. Business Name: Michiana Home Care, Inc. Owners/Key People: Mark Fortune, Paula Fortune, Casey Pielemeier, Elizabeth Pielemeier How long have you been in business?: 2009 What do you offer or do?: We provide medical home care services to homebound members of the community in the Southwest Michigan region. What makes you stand out from your competitors?: We provide compassionate care above and beyond our competitors with quick response times, skilled clinicians, and attention to regaining optimal health to restore independence. What is one message you would convey to customers, clients or the community?: We are the only medical professional privately owned and operated home care agency and as health care professionals hold a higher standard and level of care. What do you love most about the Niles community?: We enjoy the support and comradery of the local citizens and small businesses of the Niles region. Unique fact or story about your business?: We started our business on the back of a napkin over a Chinese dinner. Future plans?: Future plans are to expand our business to include additional businesses in the home care industry.

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Olfactory Hue Bistro At Olfactory Hue Bistro, our dishes are created utilizing the freshest seasonal ingredients, harvested locally as much as possible. As a culinary artist, my aim is to provide easy access to “real” unprocessed, natural foods in an atmosphere of love and creativity. I want to share my passion for homemade cuisine, everything from slow simmered sauces to charcuterie. Call or email Olfactory Hue Bistro today for your free consultation, which will include food likes & dislikes, “must haves,” customized menus, as well as a discussion of food allergies, type of party, head count, location, staffing, rentals and anything else to make your occasion a success.

20 she has done many things to enhance this community for all. Lifetime Achievement Award Wannis Parris Delta Machining, Inc.

With Wannis Parris at the helm, Delta Machining has been an “incubator” for dozens of area businesses! Wannis sits on many local boards and committees. Delta Machining’s mission statement is “We believe in the relentless pursuit of perfection, through a complete commitment to improvement and control of manufacturing, self-discipline, reinforced by participation with respect and communication.”

Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce 2015 Delta has been helping others successfully resolve their out-sourcing needs since 1978. We have experienced craftsmen, state-of-the-art machining equipment, and a win-win oriented management team, all working together to ensure your expectations are not only met but exceeded. All of our processes focus on pro-active communication and are applied full circle. From the first contact through delivery follow-up, our process ensures that customers receive accurate and timely information. That is the real benefit of the”Delta Advantage.” Lifetime Achievement Award Mickey Hutchison Four Flags Plaza, Inc Mickey has been the manager of the Four Flags Plaza from the beginning. Records at the Chamber show the ground breaking ceremony on June 23, 1982, (In fact Fred Upton, aide to Stockman, was in attendance at the ceremony).

Mickey has been on board as the lead of this organization, which is managed by the Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce, since its inception. Mickey manages this 82-bed facility with grace and ease. She has managed this facility by jumping in with both feet and doing all it takes to get the job done. She can tell you of many changes with the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Program thoughout that time, yet she and her small staff have stayed on top of these changes and run the place with ease for hundreds of residents in this community.

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Niles Voice of Care: Jan Personette Jan Personette is the definition of Niles’ biggest fan. She gives so much of herself to the community and to the underprivileged, and she deserves recognition for it. She attends as many meetings as humanly possible of the Niles City Council, the Four Flags Chamber of Commerce, TWIN CATS and the Ferry Street Resource Center. Jan wants the “Voice of Care” for those in need to be heard loud and clear across the county and, in many cases, across the state, and she does everything she can to achieve this goal. Niles Voice of Care: Niles City Police On Friday, Dec. 5, 2014, the quick thinking and calm demeanor of the Niles City Police Department settled a terrifying incident that could have ended much worse than it did. The department initially received a call just prior to 7 p.m. that Friday evening from Amtrak in Chicago, saying that a passenger was “acting odd and becoming agitated.”

When police arrived on the scene at the Amtrak depot in Niles, they were met with a noticeable commotion happening next to one of the parked train cars, with passengers attempting to exit the train. When the officers were able to push through the chaotic crowd and board the train, they were met by a man who was armed with a knife. He was subdued by a taser and taken into custody without further incident.

Police quickly located four victims — one female and three males — all with cuts or stabs. Because of the department’s actions, all four victims survived. The Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce would like to commend this department and these officers involved in this incident.

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Wesley United Methodist Church We are a welcoming, vital congregation with a more traditional style of worship, and educational opportunities for all ages. As United Methodists, we share a faith in God that is rooted in social justice, compassion, diversity of thought, and a compelling call to “Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors.” If you are searching for a congregation where reason and faith join hands, where you can make a friend while you make a difference, and where confetti is tossed frequently in worship to celebrate God’s goodness - we would love an opportunity to worship with you soon! Check out our Facebook page! September through May: Sunday School 9:00 am, Worship Service 10:30 am. (Call or check Facebook for Summer Worship time) A Downtown Church with a Vision 302 Cedar, on the corner of Third and Cedar Streets 269 - 683 - 7250 Rev. Cathi Huvaere, pastor

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Signal Point Club Signal Point was established in 1963 by Larry Plym, a successful Niles, Michigan businessman. From the outset of the golf club’s 52-year history, Larry set high standards for the club, which continue today and maintain the club’s uniqueness and attractiveness.

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The golf course was designed by Robert Bruce Harris who would go on to co-found and become the first president of the American Society of Golf Course Architects. Harris was able to create an 18-hole layout in a 9-hole course. The course is ranked 7th best 9-hole course in the US by Golf World magazine, which described the Signal Point layout as “perhaps the most imaginative ever from architect Harris.” His unique design is still in play today. PGA professional and regional PGA board member, Kasi Hornback, is the Signal Point golf pro and offers clinics and lessons. In addition, Signal Point offers pleasant fine dining experiences in the comfortable and intimate dining room. The clubhouse is open to the public at times for lunches and dinners. Information and reservations are available at (269) 683-7001.

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The Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a golf outing each year to encourage networking and healthy activity, while simultaneously fundraising for the organization. Last September, the Chamber began a day of activities with at Signal Point Country Club, which was followed by disc golf at Madeline Bertrand Park and a picnic at the Apple Festival Fairgrounds. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s golf outing is scheduled for August, with a specific date to be determined.

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Honor Credit Union Honor Credit Union has been been putting members first since 1934. Their team remains true to their member promise: Providing Solutions For Financial Success. Honor members enjoy extraordinary member service not only at 16 branch locations, including the local branch right here in Niles, but also worldwide through online and mobile banking. Greatly valuing the relationships with their members and the communities they serve, Honor Credit Union has remained dedicated to supporting and reinforcing both member success and community success. In addition to Honorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial investment in the communities, Honor team members also log thousands of hours of volunteer time each year at the many events and groups that the credit union supports. This is all done because Honor team members like to work, live, and play with their friends and neighbors. The fact that these friends and neighbors are also members of the credit union is just an added bonus. Honor Credit Union looks forward to continuing to uphold their promise to their members and communities as they strive to live the Honor Way!

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Tanglewood Apartments & Pawating Village Apartments Owners/Key People: Fred Schaller, John Schaller - Property Manager How long have you been in business? 35+ years What do you offer or do? Apartments and duplexes for rent. What makes you stand out from competitors? We are family owned and operated and offer a sense of community for our tenants. What is one message you would convey to customers, clients or the community? Family owned and operated for over 30 years. What do you love most about the Niles community? How the community supports local and small business owners... not just us as an apartment complex but local downtown businesses as well. Unique fact or story about your business? Properties were built by Fred Schaller and have been in the family ever since. Future Plans? Continue to update our apartments as needed.

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Dozens of Chamber members enjoyed the annual picnic on the Apple Festival Fairgrounds last September. Chamber members enjoyed good food and fellowship, and the Four Flags Chamber recognized a number of members for their outstanding service.

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Outstanding Agents! Outstanding Results! Re/max Modern Realty What is a RE/MAX Sales Associate? Professional. Respected. Educated. Diverse. Involved. These words describe the typical RE/MAX Associate. No exaggeration. The best agents in the business are attracted to the education, support and independence of the RE/MAX business model. It’s a case of top producers wanting to work with other top producers. No surprise. RE/MAX Sales Associates are full-time real estate professionals who are committed to their careers. Some are savvy, highly qualified professionals who enter real estate after successful careers in other fields. Many are industry-shaping elected leaders of real estate’s most prestigious associations. They live and work in your community and are committed to you and your family. Outstanding Agents, Outstanding Results

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That’s why we have more than 13,000 financial advisors located in more than 11,000 offices around the country. Most offices have only one financial advisor and one branch office administrator who are dedicated to helping the individual investors in their community reach their financial goals. Founded in 1922, we are a full-service brokerage firm and a private partnership – a structure that we believe gives us the independence to make long-term decisions that are in the best interests of our clients and associates, without the pressures publicly traded companies face to meet short-term earnings forecasts. Our thoughtful investment strategy includes identifying your specific, longterms goals, developing and implementing a tailored strategy and maintaining a diversified portfolio of quality investments. And our community-based, neighborhood locations in both large cities and smaller towns make us accessible and approachable in how we interact with our clients to develop these strategies. To learn more about Edward Jones, please contact one of your Niles, MI offices. Becky Brown, Jennifer Salmon, Shane Shidler or Greg Surber.

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A pAthwAy to Healthy SMILES Richard L. Beckermeyer DDS, PC How long have you been in business? 20 years What do you offer or do? Dental services including implants, extractions, and dentures as well as same day bridges and crowns. What makes you stand out from your competitors? We do our best to encourage healthy choices that would reduce or eliminate dental problems before they start. We also provide the convenience of same-day crowns and qualifying bridges. What is one message you would convey to customers, clients or the community? Healthy choices lead to prevention, which is more cost effective than restoration! What do you love most about the Niles community? It has an exceptional family friendly park system and library. Our children had a lot of fun growing up playing in so many great outdoor parks. Unique fact or story about your business? The building’s architecture reflects a biblical walk from Genesis to Revelation. Future Plans? Promote the eliminations of dental disease through healthy choices.

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Berrien County Sheriff The Berrien County Sheriff’s Department is a progressive, technologically advanced agency geared to meet the needs of the residents of Berrien County. As a leader in law enforcement and corrections programs, our members provide solid, proven service to the community. Sheriff Bailey and his staff continue to be devoted to the concepts of protection for and service to the public. The Berrien County Sheriff’s Department has a very active Crime Prevention Unit with a wide variety of programs for ALL audiences. These include Crime Stoppers, Neighborhood Watch and Vacation Home Checks. The definition of crime prevention states that, “Crime prevention is a pattern of attitudes and behaviors directed at reducing the threat of crime and enhancing the sense of safety and security, to positively influence the quality of life in our society, and to develop environments where crime cannot flourish.” Learn how you can get involved and make your community safer! Contact Kelly Laesch, Crime Prevention Coordinator today at (269) 983-7141 x 7221 or klaesch@berriencounty.org.

The Four Flags Chamber of Commerce hosts monthly Business After Hours events, hosted by chamber members. These events provide an opportunity for the hosts to showcase their workplace to fellow chamber members, while also encouraging networking among the business community.

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Teachers Credit Union Unlike other financial institutions that use people to make money, TCU uses money to serve our members through new service centers and ATMs as well as new products and services. This commitment, in addition to providing superior member service, is carried out every day. TCU strives to provide the kind of financial support and services its members need to help each other through their participation in a financial cooperative. While financial service is an important part of contributing to a community, TCUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history of more than 80 years shows a commitment to going beyond this service and working to build a better community. Since 2003, TCU has been a part of the Niles community, providing its members with traditional financial services, as well as non-traditional services such as travel and insurance. For more information, visit http://www.tcunet.com

Teachers Credit Union Insurance Agency With a reputation for quality, excellence and caring, TCU Insurance brings together over 100 years of insurance experience in a variety of fields. We are dedicated to providing you with the service and know-how you can trust. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re proud to be a part of the Niles community and look forward to providing you with competitive rates, comprehensive coverage and excellent service. Give us an opportunity to see how we can help you today. For more information, visit http://www.tcuinsurance.com

The Chamber of Commerce is all about celebrating its members — new and old. At several events throughout the year, leaders in the business industry are recognized for their efforts. The chamber also welcomes new members with ribbon cutting ceremonies, inviting the community to visit the business and celebrate its new beginning.

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1st Source Bank Founded in 1863, 1st Source Bank has offered clients a convenient and friendly way to bank for more than 150 years. With a mission of helping clients achieve security, build wealth and realize their dreams, 1st Source listens to understand your needs and always keeps your best interests in mind. At 1st Source, you can take care of all of your financial needs in one place. The bank offers business banking, cash management, trust and estate planning, insurance, asset advisors, as well as bankers and mortgage loan specialists. 1st Source is convenient, too, with 80 banking centers in southern Michigan and northern Indiana. Visit 1st Source in downtown Niles or in Martin’s Super Market, where the bank offers extended hours until 7 p.m. during the week and until 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Looking for a hometown bank that can fit all your needs? Let 1st Source help you. Stop in, visit 1stsource.com or call (269) 684-1283.

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Lush Lighting celebrated its grand opening with the Chamber of Commerce in November 2014. The business, which is located in Belle Plaza on South 11th Street, specializes in agricultural grow lights. Lush Lighting invests time and money for research in al phases of plant growth, from root development and vegetation to flowering and blooming.

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Old National Bank Old National is made of stories like our 2014 Volunteer of the Year, Ken Ritchie, who “does the steady, difficult and exhausting intricate labor behind the scenes that nobody recognizes and everybody relies upon.” Throughout our 180-year history, Old National has focused on strengthening the communities we serve through associate volunteerism, corporate sponsorships, Foundation grant awards and financial literacy initiatives. This commitment to community serves as the cornerstone of our identity and helps define our mission and vision as a financial institution. It’s our goal to become your bank for life. In addition to providing comprehensive personal and business banking and lending services, Old National offers wealth management, investment and insurance services. For every aspect of your financial life, we’re here to help. We hope you will learn more about our commitment to being your bank for life; stop by our Niles banking center on South 11th Street or visit us at oldnational.com.

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Member Directory Accommodations & Lodging Baymont Inn & Suites 29291 Amerihost Dowagiac, MI 49047 (269) 782-4270 www.baymontinns.com Comfort Inn & Suites 1265 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-3900 www.choicehotels.com/ hotel/mi374 Georgia Peach Bed & Breakfast 69444 Gumwood Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-8499 Holiday Inn Express & Suites 1000 Moore Drive Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-0300 www.ganeshhotels.com Niles Inn & Conference Center 930 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-3000 www.nilesinn.com Riverfront Park Campground 1701 Pucker St. Drive Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-9681 www.riverfrontparkcampground.com Advertising, Marketing & Media Galaxy 1 Marketing, Inc. 2816 S. 11th St., #11 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1631 www.galaxy1.tv Mid-West Family Broadcasting 580 E. Napier Ave. Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 925-1111 www.wirx.com PROforma 13271 Adams Road P.O. Box 439 Granger, IN 46530 (574) 277-1375 www.proforma.com/billingsvcs

WSMK Radio 99.1 925 N. 5th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4343 www.wsmkradio.com Your Business Needs Fans P.O. Box 6056 South Bend, IN 46660 (574) 344-8895 www.yourbusinessneedsfans.com Agriculture Bertrand Farm, Inc. 3575 W. Bertrand Rd. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 695-3306 www.bertrandfarm.org Lemon Creek Fruit Farm and Winery 533 E. Lemon Creek Rd Berrien Springs, MI 49103 (269) 471-1321 www.lemoncreekwinery.com Attorneys & Accounting Ameriprise Financial Kim D Wooden, CPA, MBA 721 East Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-2500 www.ameripriseadvisors.com/ kim.d.wooden Andrews Tax X Accounting 18 N. 4th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2829 www.atax.org Balanced Accounting & Tax Services, Inc. 2325 S. 11th St Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-6944 www.balancedaccountingtax.com Dana F. Cole & Company LLP 325 Woodruff Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1200 www.danacole.com Donald Paul Stone, P.C. 1004 Tomahawk Lane Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-0504

Harger Accounting 108 West Front Street Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-6872 Haslett & Gaynor PC 1 S. Fifth St. P.O. Box 730 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7300 www.haslett-gaynor.com Kotz Sangster Wysocki P.C. 12 Longmeadow Village Drive Niles, MI 49120 (269) 591-6915 www.kotzsangster.com Mollison Law Offices, P.C. 4 S. Lincoln Avenue Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7600 Robert Landgraf, Jr., Lawyer 19 S. 3rd Street, P.O. Box 1310 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-8300 Scarpone & Co., P.C., CPA’s 23 N. 2nd St., PO Box 1146 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-5100 Automotive Atlas Oil Company P.O. Box 672992 Detroit, MI 48267 (313) 662-3500 www.atlasoil.com Campbell Ford-LincolnMercury-Saleen 2801 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-8300 www.carsbycampbell.com CITGO Petroleum Corporation 2233 S. Third Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-3420 www.citgo.com Clark’s Service 1901 Oak Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-8516 www.clarksservicetowing.com

Dave’s Garage 713 N. 13th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-7220 www.davesgarageofniles.com Dexter’s Wayne Street Automotive, Inc. 515 Wayne Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-3727 www.nilesautorepair.com Goodwin Motor Group LLC 2028 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1473 www.goodwinmotorgroupllc. weebly.com Marsh Auto Repair 2680 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 262-0756 www.marshautorepair.com Millin Automotive Repair 705 N. 2nd Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-8400 www.millinauto.com Niles Pro Muffler 3 N. 3rd Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-4540 www.michianacruisers.com/ sponsors/npm.htm Niles Pro Muffler II, Inc. 434 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-5988 Niles Tire Service 2530 N. 5th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 591-4190 Precision Auto & Body 32481 U.S. 12 East Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7111 www.precisionautoandbody.com Pro Quick Mart 801 N. 13th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-1700

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Four Flags Area Credit Union

Member Owned, Member Friendly.

Owners/Key People: Chandra Ashby, Manager How long have you been in business? Since 1958 What do you offer or do? Banking products and services: Consumer Loans, Checking, CDs, IRAs, Online Banking, Moblie Banking and so much more! What makes you stand out from your competitors? We are small enough to be on a first name basis with our members and big enough to meet all your banking needs. What is one message you would convey to customers, clients or the community? Never underestimate the little guy. We’d love the opportunity to serve you and your banking needs. What do you love most about the Niles community? It has big city feel and small town hospitality. Unique fact or story about your business? Established in 1958, Four Flags Area Credit Union was originally know as Tyler Employee’s Credit Union, formed to meet the financial needs of Tyler Refrigeration Corporation employees. We have since grown to serve individuals living, working or worshiping in Berrien & Cass County, MI and St. Joseph County, IN.

Savings, Checking, & IRA Accounts Auto, Home, & Personal Loans

Future Plans? Continue our Mission: Member owned Four Flags Area Credit Union is People helping People and partners for financial success.

1012 S 11th St. • Niles, MI 49120 www.FourFlagsACU.com • fouflagsacu@sbcglobal.net

The mission of GateWay is to improve the quality of life and level of independence of individuals with disabilities and barriers through vocational opportunities, therapeutic service, training and other supports. We believe each person possesses unique skills and abilities. As such, GateWay works hard to identify and emphasize an individual’s talents, or MaxAbility, rather than their perceived “disability.” GateWay Services then assists individuals in securing competitive community employment in positions that best match their particular strengths and aptitudes. GateWay Services has developed a Strategic Plan that includes building additional alliances with businesses needing qualified and reliable staff members. This means, in part, providing prospective employers with information related to the concept of MaxAbility. GateWay Services intends to decrease the stigma associated with employing individuals who have been clinically diagnosed as having a disability and show employers the MaxAbility of all of our participants. For additional information about how GateWay Services can partner with your business, Please call

Tim Smith, Executive Director, at (269) 487-9839.

Gateway Services Owners/Key People: Tim Smith, Executive Director; Marjorie Tardiff, Board Chairperson How long have you been in business? 43 years What do you offer or do? The mission of GateWay is to improve the quality of life and level of independence of individuals with disabilities and barriers through vocational opportunities, therapeutic service, training and other supports. What makes you stand out from competitors? GateWay Services focusses on partnering with business through out Berrien County, rather than competing with them. However, GateWay does stand out from our partners because it providesº services and supports that are much different than most businesses in Niles and other parts of Berrien County. What is one message you would convey to customers, clients or the community? Each person possesses unique skills and abilities. As such, GateWay works hard to identify and emphasize an individual’s talent, or MaxAbility, rather than their perceived “disability.” GateWay Services then assists individuals in securing competitive community employment in positions that best match their particular strengths and aptitudes What do you love most about the Niles community? The Niles Community has graciously demonstrated a heart-warming welcome to GateWay, as we serve 94 participants in that area. We are not only grateful for the welcome, but we are thrilled about the many volunteer opportunities, partnerships, and alliances that have been developed. We proudly serve the Niles Community and are looking forward to the many partnerships that are yet to be established. Unique fact or story about your business? GateWay Services is the product of a group of parents who came together in 1972 to ensure their (adult) children had continued access to vocational opportunities once they exited the public education system. Future Plans? GateWay Services has developed a Strategic Plan that includes building additional alliances with businesses needing qualified and reliable staff members. This means, in part, providing prospective employers with information related to the concept of MaxAbility. GateWay Services intends to decrease the stigma associated with employing individuals who have been clinically diagnosed as having a disability and show employers the MaxAbility of all our participants.

38 Schilling’s Auto Wash, Inc. 52694 Indiana State Route 933 South Bend, IN 46637 (574) 243-1170 Schilling’s Auto Wash, Inc. 11th St 518 S. 11th St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-8155 Tyler Chevrolet Cadillac Kia 1810 S. 11th St. (M-51) Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1710 www.tylers.com Tyler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 1102 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-8200 www.tylerdodgejeepchrysler.com Churches & Organizations American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Niles-Buchanan 1400 W. Michigan Portage, MI 49024 (269) 349-8710 www.relayforlife.org/ berriencountynilesmi Berrien County American Red Cross 3838 Niles Rd St Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 556-9619 www.redcross.org Berrien County Civitan Club 5550 Galien-Buchanan Rd Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-5275 www.civitan.org Big Brothers Big Sisters of Berrien & Cass, Inc. 205 Broadway, Ste. B P.O. Box 194 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-1100 www.bbbsofbc.org Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce 324 Dewey St. Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-3291 www.buchanan.mi.us

Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce 2015 Child & Family Services of SWMI, Inc. 2450 M 139 P.O. Box 8789 Benton Harbor, MI 49023 (269)925-1725 www.cfsswmi.org Connect Church PO Box 481 Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 449-4183 www.nilesoutreach.org Crystal Springs Camp & Retreat Center 33774 Crystal Springs St Dowagiac, MI 49047 (269) 683-8918 www.crystalspringscamp.com Ferry Street Resource Center 620 Ferry St Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-9860 First Church of Christ 2240 Yankee Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-3404 First Presbyterian Church 13 S. 4th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-7600 www.firstpresofniles.org Five Pines Ministries 6597 Smith Road Berrien Center, MI 49102 (269) 471-1396 www.fivepines.org Fort St. Joseph Archaeological Project 1903 W. Michigan Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49008 (269) 387-3981 www.wmich.edu/fortstjoseph Four Flags Garden Club 2315 Trillium Walk Niles, MI 49120 (269) 262-0473 www.michigangardenclubs.org Four Flags Snowmobile Club, Inc. PO Box 520 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 697-3770 www.msasnow.org

Fraternal Order of Eagles #2094 34 W. Sycamore Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-5252 Freedom Community Church Niles, MI 49120 269-588-0096 www.thisisfreedom.cc Gateway Services 201 Sylvester Ave Berrien Springs, MI 49103 (269) 471-2897 www.gatewayvro.org Greater Niles Senior Center 1109 Bell Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-9380 www.nilesseniorcenter.org Hospice at Home 4025 Health Park Lane St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 429-7100 www.hospiceathomecares.org Kinexus 499 W. Main Street Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 927-1064 www.kinexus.org Kiwanis Club of Niles-SWM 2010 S. 11th Street, Ste 140 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-6733 Life Action Ministries 2727 Niles-Buchanan Road Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 697-8600 www.lifeaction.org Meals on Wheels Niles-Buchanan 31 N. St. Joseph Ave. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-1462 Michiana Business Support PO Box 954 Niles, MI 49120 www.michianabusinesssupport.com Michiana Christian Service Camp 7383 Steinbauer Rd Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4403 www.michianacamp.org

Michiana Metro Lighthouse Chorus 10723 Kings Lane Berrien Springs, MI 49103 (269)471-4559 www.lighthousechorus.org Michigan Gateway Community Foundation 111 Days Avenue Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-3521 www.mgcf.info Mount Calvary Baptist Church 601 Ferry Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-0243 www.mtcbcministries.net NAACP Niles Branch P.O. Box 1202, Niles, MI 49120 (269) 357-4365 www.niles.naacp-mich.org Niles Art Association 519 Woodruff Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-6415 www.nilesartassc.webs.com Niles Elks Lodge #1322 1322 Canal Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-0133 Niles Garden Club Niles, MI 49113 www.michigangardenclubs.org Niles Masonic Temple 227 1/2 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2828 www.stjoevalley4.com Niles Noon Optimist Club P.O. Box 63 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-4205 www.nilesoptimist.org Niles Service League P.O. Box 704 Niles, MI 49120 (574) 286-3469 www.nilesserviceleague. yolasite.com Pregnancy Care Center of Niles 527 E. Main St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-1896 www.pccniles.com

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MANUFACTURING TANKS FOR INDUSTRY SINCE 1898

Niles Steel Tank Company

ASME Pressure Vessel Manufacturer Section l Section lV (HLW) Section Vlll, Div 1 Multiple Internal Coating Capabilities

Owner: Bradford White Corporation Eric Lannes, President; Jeremy Waller, General Manager How long have you been in business? Since 1891 What do you offer or do? Manufacturer of ASME code pressure vessels. What makes you stand out from your competitors? High quality and customer commitment. What is one message you would convey to customers, clients or the community? The quality of the product we are manufacturing is due to the great employees we have at Niles Steel Tank. What do you love most about the Niles community? The people are fantastic! It really makes a difference in everyone’s outlook on the area when there are so many positive and friendly people in the area. Unique fact or story about your business? Niles Steel Tank has been a part of this community since 1891 and we’re planning on being here for a very long time. Future Plans? Continued growth, new product lines and new manufacturing processes.

NILES STEEL TANK 1701 TERMINAL ROAD, NILES, MI 49120

Phone 269.683.1910 l Fax 269.683.1953 l www.nilesst.com

St. Mary’s Catholic School Education with higher aspirations

Why St. Mary’s School?

Monday – Friday: 10AM - 12 noon Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 1PM - 4PM www.stmaryniles.org

Blended Learning Class Every child is a unique gift from God. In conjunction with our philosophy, we offer a value-based education along with a strong academic curriculum through our Leaps and Bounds Preschool, Transitional Kindergarten, and Grades K-5 programs. When you make a commitment to sending your child to St. Mary’s School, you have wisely chosen to blend your child’s academic and spiritual development in accordance with the educational mission and Gospel of Jesus Christ. The Mission of St. Mary’s School is to gather as a faith-filled community in union with parents to form students through the Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Catholic tradition and to provide an excellent education.

217 S. Lincoln Avenue, Niles, MI 269-683-9191 • www.StMarysSchoolNiles.org

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Premier Womens Network 7816 Allison Avenue Fort Wayne, IN 46819 (260) 747-5202 www.premier-womens-network.com

Support the Fort, Inc. 609 Riverview Drive Niles, MI 49120 (269) 426-1327 www.supportthefort.org

Adams & Son Heating & Cooling P.O. Box 8633 Benton Harbor, MI 49023 (269) 927-3766 www.adamsandsonmi.com

Psi Iota Xi 1432 Cedar Street, Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-3999

Toastmaster’s Club 320 Bell Rd. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-5743 www.9117.toastmastersclubs.org

Advanced Irrigation 510 N. 2nd Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-6600 www.advancedirrigationofniles.com

Trinity Episcopal Church 9 S. 4th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-6060 www.trinityniles.org

Advantage Plumbing, Inc. 2400 N. 5th St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-7192 www.advantageplumbinginc.net

United Way of Southwest Michigan P.O. Box 807 Benton Harbor, MI 49023 (269) 982-1700 www.uwsm.org

All Points Fire & Safety, Inc. 1750 Harrah Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2061

Rotary Club of Niles-Buchanan 732 S. 11th St. Ste 230 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 695-3521 Salvation Army 424 N. 15th Street P.O. Box 1150, Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-2660 www.saniles.org Southwestern Michigan Economic Growth Alliance 333 N. 2nd Street, Ste 302 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1833 www.southwesternalliance.org St. Boniface Evangelical Lutheran Church 321 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-5169 St. Mark Catholic Church 3 N. 19th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-8650 www.stmarkofniles.org St. Mary’s Church 219 S. State St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-5087 www.stmarysniles.catholicweb.com St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 1340 Sycamore Street P.O. Box 766 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-0771 www.stpaullutheran.org Summit Church 1700 West River Rd. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-9245 www.nilesmc.org

USA Taekwondo Association for the Disabled 1118 Ontario Rd. Niles, MI 49120 (269)687-5000 www.usatad.weebly.com Veterans Advocate Services 104 N. 3rd Street P.O. Box 515 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 876-2923 www.veteransadvocateservices.org Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan, Inc 120 Water Street Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 983-0912 www.volunteerswmi.org Wesley United Methodist Church 302 Cedar Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-7250 www.wesleyumcniles.org Construction & Building 2C Construction, LLC 7200 Old Pipestone Road Eau Claire, MI 49111 (269) 684-6490 www.2cconstruction.com A/ccelerated Services 23522 CR 4 Elkhart, IN 46514 (574)206-1001 www.acceleratedservicesllc.com

All Pro Services 317 Post Road Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-2402 www.yourallproservices.com American Tree Care, Inc. 35 Sycamore Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-7100 www.americantreecare.com Arnt Asphalt Sealing, Inc. 1240 S. Crystal Avenue Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 684-2644 www.arntasphalt.com Culligan of Michiana 56861 Ferrettie Court Mishawaka, IN 46545 (574) 289-6371 www.heywaterman.com Cut Above Wood Designs 2536 Detroit Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-7166 www.cutabovewood.net

Electrical Maintenance & Construction, LLC 4520 Bundy Road Coloma, MI 49038 (269) 683-9473 www.emcelectricalllc.com First Response of Berrien County 1919 S. Michigan St. South Bend, IN 46613 1-800-909-5592 www.firstresponsedrs.com Furkis Architectural Consulting 8013 Smith Rd. Berrien Center, MI 49102 (574) 584-4726 www.furkis.com Howell Electric, LLC 1531 N. Philip Rd. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 262-0353 www.howellelectricllc.net Kenneth Smith, Inc. Moose Lake Aggregates 2596 Detroit Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-5960 www.kennethsmithinc.com Kiell Excavating, LLC 234 Ullery Rd. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2048 www.kiellexcavating.com Krueger Septic & Excavating 1212 Thomson Rd Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-2580 Mr. Rooter Plumbing of SW Michigan P.O. Box 736 Sturgis, MI 49091 1-888-898-4525 www.swmichigan.mrrooter.com

Cutting Edge Professional Tree Care 33850 Redfield Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-4972

Peerless Electrical Contracting, LLC 1141 Fisk Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 591-1422 www.electricallypeerless.com

D.A. Dodd, INC 1251 Paw Paw Ave. Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 926-7873 www.dadodd.com

Scott A. Wilson Htg. & A/C Contractor, LLC 225 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-3550

Chamber recommendations The Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce is a great organization for community involvement and resource gathering. When the community comes together, thanks to the Four Flags Chamber, great things happen! A strong chamber is a good barometer for the success of a community. We are fortunate to have the Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce. ~Christopher Reeves Old National Bank

Trying to run a business in or around Niles without joining the Four Flags Chamber of Commerce is like trying to drive a car without fuel. ~Coley Pesce Chemical Bank

The Chamber offers fun events and lots of great networking opportunities to share ideas to encourage community involvement. Being newer to the Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce I’m excited to continue attending and contributing to events in the future. ~Curtis Lawrence 5/3 Bank

Becoming a member of the Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce has helped us to connect with businesses and organizations in the Niles Community. This connection has helped us with our presence in the area. ~Mary Ankrapp South Bend Medical Foundation

Niles Community Health Center Owner: Cassopolis Family Clinic Network How long have you been in business? Niles Community Health Center opened in February of 2014 What do you offer or do? Niles Community Health Center provides primary and preventive care for the community of southeast Berrien County. What makes you stand out from your competitors? Niles Community Health Center provides health care for those who are uninsured, underinsured, covered by Medicaid, Medicare or commercial insurance. What is one message you would convey to customers, clients or the community? For over 50 years, the Cassopolis Family Clinic Network has provided quality affordable care to the communities of Cass and southeast Berrien Counties. Expanding its reach, the addition of Niles Community Health Center gives Niles area families who have difficulty finding care, due to their health care coverage, a medical home. For those who need assistance finding health care coverage, contact our Outreach and Enrollment Specialist by calling (269) 262-4749. What do you love most about the Niles community? When Cassopolis Family Clinic Network announced its addition of a Community Health Center in Niles, the Four Flags Chamber embraced the idea and offered to help promote the Health Center. The Chamber does a wonderful job assisting new organizations with familiarizing itself with the different events, festivals and opportunities Niles has to offer to promote their service.

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Unique fact or story about your business? Cassopolis Family Clinic Network now offers dental services for patients who do not have dental insurance or are covered by Medicaid at its Cassopolis location. Future Plans? As it has just celebrated its one year anniversary, Niles Community Health Center is already in need of expanded hours. With the increased demand for quality affordable care, NCHC will be expanding its hours in the near future.

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Lake Michigan College Spotlight on Healthcare and Manufacturing Careers LMC’s state-of-the-art Nursing Education Center, where they can gain experience and practice real-world skills.The Registered Healthcare is one of the nation’s fastest Nursing Program at LMC is approved by the growing industries thanks to advancements Michigan State Board of Nursing and the in medicine, the aging baby boomer Accreditation Commission for Education in generation, and an increased lifespan. Of Nursing, Inc. the 30 occupations projected to have the largest increase through the year 2022, Radiologic Technology almost half are related to healthcare. Colleges are trying to keep up with the labor National median pay for Radiologic demand by offering conveniently located Technologists is $55,910 annually, with job and scheduled training programs that help growth estimated at 21% by 2022. students learn knowledge and skills to In the last five years, 96% of Radiologic provide quality care. Technology graduates passed on their One of the biggest factors for students first attempt at the national board licensure to consider when selecting a healthcare exam. Other graduates passed on their program is whether or not it is accredited. second attempts for a 100% pass rate. Why is accreditation so important? First, “Our students are known for their critical most states require students to complete thinking skills and how prepared they are accredited programs in order to sit for to hit the ground running,” said Radiologic licensing exams; and second, accreditation Technology Program Director Kerry Mohney. gives employers confidence that job Radiologic Technology student, Devon candidates who graduate from accredited Ownby, said, “The program fully prepares programs have knowledge and skills that us for real-life situations. This has been meet the highest national standards. one of the best decisions I’ve ever made, Lake Michigan College offers accredited financially and academically. ” healthcare programs in dental assisting, LMC’s Radiologic Technology Associate nursing, radiologic technology, and Degree is accredited by the Joint Review diagnostic medical sonography. Committee on Education in Radiologic “We value the quality of the students that Technology. graduate from Lake Michigan College,” said Norma Tirado, Lakeland HealthCare’s Vice Diagnostic Medical Sonography President of Human Resources and Health Information Technology. “The fact that Annual wages for diagnostic medical their healthcare programs are accredited sonographers averages $65,860, with gives us more confidence in their level of projected job growth of 39% through 2022. competence. Students are able to sit for their exams The following healthcare programs are immediately after finishing the program, offered at Lake Michigan College and fully allowing them to secure the certification and accredited. licensure required for employment. LMC graduates have had a licensure pass rate Registered Nursing of 100% for the past five years. The national pass rate for 2013 Employment for registered nurses is The Diagnostic Medical Sonography expected to grow at 19% through 2022, Associate Degree is accredited by the with median annual pay of $65,470. LMC Commission on Accreditation of Allied graduates have exceeded the national Health Education Programs. was 81.6%. average success rate on their licensure exam for ten years running. The LMC 2013 Dental Assisting graduating class of registered nurses posted a 96% pass rate on the RN licensure Dental assistants earn a median annual examination. The national average pass wage of $34,500, with job growth of 25% rate was 81%. Students receive the best through 2022. opportunity for success by learning in Dental assisting is a self-paced program at In Healthcare Training, Accreditation Makes the Difference

LMC. “It’s an open entry program, allowing students flexibility to work at their own pace to obtain their degrees,” said Julie Uribe, Director of Dental Assisting.Program graduates are consistently in the ninetyninth percentile for licensure in Michigan. Students learn in LMC’s state-of-the-art simulation lab, gaining foundational skills and hands-on practice. The Dental Assisting Program at Lake Michigan College is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. Machine tool at Brandywine Manufacturing in the U.S. is making a comeback, yet many companies face a serious challenge: They do not have enough skilled workers to meet the needs of their customers. More than half of manufacturers say this labor gap has impacted their company’s ability to grow.In 2012, Lake Michigan College, Brandywine Community Schools, and Berrien RESA unveiled a new collaboration to address this skills gap. The Machine Tool Program at Brandywine provides training for students as early as their freshman year in high school, helps high school juniors and seniors earn Early College credit through LMC, and provides degree and certificate options for LMC college students. To accommodate the program, LMC moved mills, lathes and surface grinders from its Bertrand Crossing campus in Niles to Brandywine High School’s existing machine-tool shop and a new classroom was added. Brandywine and LMC share the space, equipment, and instructors. High school students use the classroom during regular school hours, and college students use it in the evening. Classes like Machine Tool, Blue Print Reading, and Sketching are offered in addition to trade related classes like CNC, drafting, and design. The arrangement has been a great solution for employers in the region who need to meet an increasing demand for a skilled workforce. “They now have more access to new apprentices, increased offerings for their current employees, and specialized training in the afternoons,” said LMC’s Dean of Career and Workforce Education, Ken Flowers.

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Servpro of Berrien County PO Box 151 St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 925-6841 www.servpro.com

Niles New Tech Entrepreneurial Academy 1441 Eagle Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-6031

Skinner Construction Co. 2220 Yankee Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-5004

Southwestern Michigan College 58900 Cherry Grove Road Dowagiac, MI 49047 (269) 782-1271 www.swmich.edu

Sun Services, Inc 2001 Weiser Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-3898 www.sunservicesinc.com Welsh & Sons Electric 835 Carberry Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-5544 www.welshandsonselectric.com Wolverine Electrical Contracting, Inc. 2700 Old US 31 North Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4850 www.wolverineelectrical.com Education, Schools & Colleges Berrien RESA 711 St. Joseph Ave. P.O. Box 1144 Berrien Springs, MI 49103 (269) 471-7725 www.berrienresa.org Brandywine Community Schools 1830 S. 3rd Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7150 www.brandywinebobcats.org Lake Michigan College Bertrand Crossing Campus Niles, MI 49120 (269) 927-8600 www.lakemichigancollege.edu Niles Community Schools 111 Spruce Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-0732 www.nilesschools.org Niles District Library 620 E. Main St Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-8545 www.nileslibrary.net

Southwestern Michigan College Niles Campus 33890 U.S. Highway 12 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-1600 www.swmich.edu

Niles Haunted House Scream Park 101 S. Broadway Street Cassopolis, MI 49031 (269) 445-9184 www.haunted.org Niles History Center Chapin Mansion 510 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4700, ext. 4010 www.nileshistorycenter.org Orchard Hills Country Club 2841 Niles-Buchanan Road Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-5991 www.orchardhillscc.com

Trine University 4101 Edison Lakes Pkwy, Ste 250 Mishawaka, IN 46545 (574) 243-0500 www.trine.edu

Signal Point Club 1475 W. River Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-7073 www.signalpointgolfclub.com

Entertainment & Recreation Chapel Hill Arts & Crafts Show 9122 N. Old 31 Berrien Springs, MI 49103 www.chapelhill-craftshow.org

South Bend Cubs Baseball P.O. Box 4218 South Bend, IN 46634 (574) 235-9988 www.southbendcubs.com

Doe-Wah-Jack’s Canoe Rental, Inc. 52963 M 51 N, Dowagiac, MI 49047 (269) 782-7410 www.paddledcri.com Fernwood Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve 13988 Rangeline Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 695-6491 www.fernwoodbotanical.org Fort St. Joseph Museum 333 N. Second Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4700 www.nileshistorycenter.org Hacker’s Golf and Games, Inc. 3019 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-6868 www.hackersgolfandgames.com Krush Volleyball Club 217 Terminal Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-8157 www.krushvbc.com

Wonderland Cinema 402 Front Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1112 wonderlandcinema. mooretheatres.com Festivals & Events Elephant Ears 810 Woodside South Bend, IN 46614 (574) 292-4076 F & F All Seasons, Inc. 29871 US 12 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 663-8176 Four Flags Area Apple Festival PO Box 672 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-8870 www.fourflagsapplefestival.org Four Flags Area Council on Tourism 104 N. 3rd Street P.O. Box 1300 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7444 www.fourflagsarea.org

Majoor’s Concessions 730 Misty Hollow Ct. NE Comstock Park, MI 49321 (616) 481-8496 Niles Bluegrass Festival 2220 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 845-9815 Niles Riverfest, Inc. PO Box 1011 Niles, MI 49120 Finance & Investment 1st Source Bank, Downtown 306 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-1283 www.1stsource.com Chemical Bank - Niles Main 407 E. Main St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2010 www.chemicalbankmi.com Chemical Bank Niles South 1835 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-7783 www.chemicalbankmi.com Edgewater Bank 720 E. Front Street Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-3884 www.edgewaterbank.com Edward Jones Becky Brown 213 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-6418 www.edwardjones.com Edward Jones Greg Surber, AAMS 2010 S. 11th Street, Ste 140 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-6733 www.edwardjones.com Edward Jones Jennifer Salmon, AAMS 322 E. Main Street, Ste 102 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-8282 www.edwardjones.com

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Niles’ oldest and finest funeral home, providing outstanding service at affordable prices.

Full Range of Burial and Cremation Options Locally Owned and Operated 615 East Main Street, Niles, Michigan 269-683-3000 www.halbritterfunerals.com

Halbritter Funeral Home Business name: HALBRITTER Funeral Services Owner & Key People: Ted Halbritter III owner & Licensed Funeral Director, James Meyer Licensed Funeral Director, and Lindsay Wright Licensed Funeral Director Years in business?: Since the early 1920’s What do you offer?: Many different types of funeral services including cremation options What makes you standout from competitors?: Both from being a lifelong resident or living in the community, our staff knows the Niles area and participates civically. When our services are needed it is a comfort to rely on someone you know. Message to convey to the community: We know our many faiths, agencies and organizations and have become a resource for loss and separation. What do you love most about the Niles community?: Our area has shown the ability to survive tough times and has been resolute. We have come together and helped one another; all along the banks of the Saint Joseph River! Unique fact or story about your business?: Halbritter Funeral Services began as the Price Funeral Home on 4th Street then moved to its present location in the Clayton Harrah home (the family who started National-Standard Company). When Main Street was widened, we purchased the paving bricks in front of our home to surround our signage. As we help families recognize their importance and heritage, we felt saving the bricks was symbolic. Future plans: In 2014, we renovated and expanded our parking facilities. Now we are concentrating on the interior bringing back the Mission Style of the home’s construction along with the Arts and Crafts Movement.

Sharing Life’s Journey

We Keep Memories Alive Our communities are thoughtfully designed to cater to the unique needs and demands of today’s seniors. Our care programs are designed specifically for each individual, providing the highest level of service when it’s most needed. As your needs change, we change with you. It is our privilege and honor to share in life’s journey.

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Veni’s Sweet Shop

Homemade – Fine Quality Chocolates!

Veni’s chocolatiers began their passion for crafting chocolate and candy formulas at the turn of the 19th century. These European traditions were brought to the quaint town of Niles, Michigan, where Veni’s Sweet Shop has been a local landmark ever since. Today, Veni’s takes great pride in it’s old-world traditons, time tested formulas, and techniques that have been handed down for over 100 years. Our cooked creams are still made from scratch, in a large copper kettle, and then carefully rolled and dipped by hand. We use only the finest, freshest ingredients such as sweet cream butter, pure oils and extracts, and cane sugar. By producing small, carefully blended batches of confections, Veni’s can guarantee a fresh, better tasting chocolate experience. You’ll love the rich, yet never overpowering flavor of our artisan chocolates and candies. Veni’s Sweet Shop has a unique meltaway, with a softly whipped center, unlike any other. Caramels, toffee and almond butter crunch are rich, buttery favorites as well. You can also enjoy unique flavors such as molasses sponge and candied orange peel. If you don’t see that special treat you’re looking for, just ask us. Suggestions are always welcome. Veni’s creates hand-made, hand dipped chocolates and candies with pride and artistry. Take a trip back in time and enjoy Veni’s…the way chocolate was meant to be.

228 East Main St. | Niles, MI 49120 269.684.1323 candy@venissweetshop.com www.VenisSweetShop.com

Michigan Gateway Community Foundation

Want to make the quality of life better in our community? Contact us today to learn how to make a tax beneficial planned or estate gift!

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www.mgcf.org 111 Days Avenue • Buchanan, MI 49107 269-695-3521 • info@mgcf.org

Michigan Gateway Community Foundation is a tax-exempt public charity created by and for the people in our local communities. It enables people with philanthropic interests to easily and effectively support the issues they care about — immediately, or through their will. Donors can establish a charitable fund at the foundation by contributing a variety of assets and may also recommend grants — in their name, if they choose — to nonprofit groups they wish to support. Incorporated in 1978 as the Buchanan Area Foundation, Michigan Gateway Community Foundation now serves Buchanan, Niles and all of Cass County. How Can I Give? You may make a gift of any amount to the Foundation, using a wide variety of assets such as cash, securities, life insurance, real estate, charitable remainder trusts, and bequests via your will. Regardless of its size, your donation will be used to benefit our communities. Some donors make an unrestricted contribution, allowing the trustees of the Foundation to decide how to direct the income and enabling us to respond to the changing community needs. Other donors prefer to designate their gift for a certain cause. If you have an interest that’s important to you — education, elder care, the arts, or youth programs, for example — you can choose for your donation to help fund programs in that particular area. You may also name a specific charitable organization that you would like your donation to help support. You can add your gift to an already existing fund, establish a new fund in your name, or create a special fund in living tribute to a family member or friend. To learn more about the Foundation, and how you can create your own personal legacy, call us at (269) 695-3521 or visit our website: www.mgcf.org.

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Banking, better. United Federal Credit Union With more than 130,000 Members and branches in six states, United Federal Credit Union is a strong and safe financial institution. Our strength translates into competitive prices and value through a variety of products, services and delivery options to meet the needs of the Member. But our size does not equal a one-size-fits-all approach to doing business. Members benefit from a team of dedicated employees who have an intimate knowledge of financial goals and challenges. Decisions are made locally – not driven by predesigned formulas. With a 5-star performance rating from Bauer Financial (www.bauerfinancial.com) and deposits federally insured to at least $250,000, our Members know their hard-earned dollars are safe and secure at UFCU. Local employers have the opportunity to partner with UFCU as Corporate Members, creating a relationship that allows their employees to join the credit union and access all of UFCU’s money-saving services. A Corporate Membership costs nothing to employers, and lets them extend the benefits of UFCU Membership to their employees. In addition, UFCU offers a range of business services designed to help businesses manage their cash flow and access needed loans. For more information and to get started, visit www.unitedfcu.com or call (888) 982-1400. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Opportunity Lender. Equal Housing Lender.

United Federal Credit Union has the ideal checking, lending, and savings options for your family and your business. Mortgage

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123 Sycamore St. • Niles (269) 684-1151 ext. 5220 2100 S. 11th St. • Niles (269) 684-1151 ext. 5448

www.unitedfcu.com

Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Opportunity Lender. Equal Housing Lender.

The difference between our competitors and us is as plain as black and white.

Knock your project outta the park! Making sure it always fits your unique taste! On Base Productions is a full-service video production company P.O. BOX 488 • Niles, MI 49120 • 574.339.1253 charles@onbaseproductions.com

Weekly recycling and garbage service for less than our competitors charge for garbage alone. • 1/2 the pollution • 1/2 Green house gasses • Reduce garbage landfill “Recycling creates jobs, landfills create a mess.”

269-684-0900 • 800-722-9710 Residential • CommeRCial • Rolloff

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Edward Jones Shane Shidler, AAMS 2726 S. 11th Street, Ste 10 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7398 www.edwardjones.com Fifth Third Bank 2753 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-8524 www.53.com Fifth Third Bank 322 Broadway Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4539 www.53.com Four Flags Area Credit Union 1012 S. 11th St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-6512 www.fourflagsacu.com Greater Niles Community Federal Credit Union 507 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-6005 www.gncfcu.org

Honor Credit Union 1010 Moore Drive Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-6900 www.honorcu.com

United Federal Credit Union 123 Sycamore Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 982-1400 www.unitedfcu.com

Huntington National Bank 929 S. 11th St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2444 www.huntington.com

United Federal Credit Union - Front St. 808 E. Front St. Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 982-1400 ext.5000 www.unitedfcu.com

Key Bank 19730 Darden Rd South Bend, IN 46637 (574) 247-2882 www.keybank.com Old National Bank 1903 S. 11th St Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-2492 www.oldnational.com Teachers Credit Union 1500 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-6113 www.tcunet.com

United Federal Credit Union - S. 11th St. 2100 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 982-1400 ext.5200 www.unitedfcu.com Walter- Keenan Financial Consulting Co. 211 W. Washington St., Ste. 2400 South Bend, IN 46601 (574) 287-5977

Government Berrien County Clerk Sharon Tyler 811 Port Street St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-7111 www.berriencounty.org Berrien County Community Development 701 Main Street St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-7111 www.berriencounty.org Berrien County Sheriff’s Department 919 Port St. St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-7141 www.bcsheriff.org City of Niles 333 N. Second Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4700 www.nilesmi.org

Compassion & Understanding in your time of need.

We offer unique opportunities for families to create healing moments after loss. Our experience, coupled with our perspective on the importance of ceremony, will help you discover ways to pay tribute. Whether traditional or unique, these tributes allow us to love, laugh, and live well again.

521 East Main Street • Niles, MI • 269-683-1155 • www.brownfuneralhomeniles.com Helping Families Connect, Honor & Remember

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Goodwill Industries of Michiana What Your Donations Do to Help the Community Sure, it feels great to clear out the clutter at home and drop off those donations to Goodwill. It’s also a thrill to find something you need at a fraction of the cost in their retail stores. But have you ever wondered what impact those items can have in our community? There’s nothing like knowing you have a good job and the independence to take care of yourself and your family. Goodwill’s outreach extends to everyone looking for a job in difficult times. Through Community Career Centers in Northern Indiana, there are resources available free of charge to the general public. The facilities are equipped with work stations for job searches, word processing and training workshops taught by Goodwill experts and corporate partners are available. The Excel Center, a tuition-free school for adults, will open soon offering students an opportunity to earn a core 40 high school diploma. Find out more by calling: (574) 472-7300 or visiting www.ExcelatGoodwill.org. Goodwill Industries of Michiana is able to help change lives in our community because of your generous donations and purchases. Thank you!

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with Flowers! From simple bouquets to artistic centerpieces, our fresh, elegant florals instantly enhance any room or special event.

Celebrating 94 Years in Business! Order Your Flowers Online At www.EastMainGardensFlorist.com Full-Service Event Florals & Decorating Home & Office Delivery | Corporate Accounts | Weddings

East Main Gardens

FLORIST & GREENHOUSE 1521 E. Main St. • Niles, MI (269) 683-8000 • (800) 924-7525

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RiveRidge ManoR Serving the Niles Community with excellence for the past 50+ years!

Riveridge Manor Riveridge manor is an 84-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located on the shores of the St. Joseph River in Historic Niles, Michigan.

• Warm & Personalized Care • Physical, Speech, & Occupational Therapy • Secure Memory Care

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Riveridge Manor has been in the Niles Community for 53 years providing rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long term care, hospice, respite and now offering secure memory care services. What sets us apart is our family oriented atmosphere and our dedicated and caring staff. The staff at Riveridge manor have over 595 years of combined experience providing professional and quality care. Come and see the difference!

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Mr. Shoemaker and his wife Serena of 52 years have lived in Niles their entire married life. On January 10, 2015 he was admitted into Memorial Hospital South Bend and upon discharge he was unable to return home with his wife. He and his wife chose Silverbrook Nursing & Rehab for his therapy needs. In just about 3 weeks of working with the Therapy Department at Silverbrook, he was able to return home independently. Mr. Shoemaker stated that he received excellent care and therapy at Silverbrook and would not hesitate to recommend the facility to others.

911 S. 3rd Street • Niles 269-684-4320 www.silverbrookniles.com

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Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce 2015 Fred Upton, U.S. House of Representatives PO Box 490 St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-1144

Brentwood at Niles 1147 S. 3rd Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-9470 www.Emeritus.com

Howard Township 1345 Barron Lake Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-0072

Buchanan Meadows 809 Carrol Street Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-6655 www.lifehousehs.com

Niles Charter Township DPW 322 Bell Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-5647 Niles Main Street 333 N. Second Street, Suite 302 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-4332 www.uncoverniles.com State Senator John Proos 820 Farnum Building P.O. Box 30036 Lansing, MI 48909 (517) 373-6960 U.S. Post Office 741 Broadway Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-5520 www.usps.com Healthcare & Wellness Alternative Wellness Center 920 Lambert Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-4200 www.clearchoicechiro.com Anytime Fitness - Niles 2010 S. 11th Street, Ste 160 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-3600 www.anytimefitness.com Richard L. Beckermeyer, DDS, PC 123 Marmont Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-6461 www.drbeckermeyer.com Berrien County Cancer Service, Inc. 7301 Red Arrow Hwy. Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-3281 www.bccancerservice.org Berrien Family Chiropractic 2714 S. 11th St., Ste. A Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1700 www.chiropracticcareniles.com

C2 Your Health, LLC 19009 Layden South Bend, IN 46637 (800) 245-8917 www.cindycohenrn.com Centered on Wellness 302 Cedar Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 926-6199 www.centeredonwellness.info Clear Choice Chiropractic, P.C. 1340 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-6000 www.clearchoicechiro.com Forest Glen Assisted Living 29601 Amerihost Dr. Dowagiac, MI 49047 (269) 782-5300 www.leisure-living.com Holistic Wellness Academy 920 Lambert St Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-4200 www.holisticandwellnessacademy.com Klopenstine Family Dentistry PC 52120 State Road 933 North South Bend, IN 46637 (574) 217-8170 www.drklopsdentalcare.com Lakeland Care 31 N. St. Joseph Ave Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-1415 www.lakelandcare.org Lakeland HealthCare 1234 Napier Avenue St. Joseph, MI 49085 1-800-968-0115 www.lakelandregional.org Lakeland Medical Practices 122 Grant Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-1152 www.lakelandregional.org

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4 Improve Communication! 4 Assistance with Conflict Resolution! 4 Increase Team Building! 4 Much More! 574-400-5151 • 269-262-5001 info@skylightleadership.com

Jessica Johnson, MSW, LCSW • Rhonda Gipson-Willis, MSW, LCSW

KRUEGER’S

SEPTIC 684-2580 CLEANFINGER SYSTEM

CommerCial • residential Unbeatable Prices Licensed, Bonded, Insured

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Village West Apartments 736 Colony Court, Niles • 269-449-8086

Offering 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments and Townhouses • Heat Included • Central Air • Walk-in Closets

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Life in Balance, Inc. Physical Therapy 20 N. 2nd Street, Ste 3 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-9594

Riveridge Manor 1333 Wells Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-1111 www.gracehc.com

McGill, Dr. Kyle DDS, PC 10 N. State Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-6003 www.nilesdental.com

RX Optical 1421 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-1330 www.rxoptical.com

Michiana Home Care, Inc. 423 Sycamore Street, Ste 104 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-2900 www.michianahomecare.com

Silverbrook Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center 911 S. 3rd Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-4320 www.silverbrookniles.com

Mike Flewelling, DDS & David L. Johnson, DDS 24 N. St. Joseph Avenue, Ste. E2 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4180

(269) 683-8185 1700 Oak St. Niles, MI 49120

M.A.A.C.

PROPERTY SERVICE • Property Maintenance & Lawncare • Landscaping • Irrigation & Fertilization

(269) 687-8845

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Electrical services provided for: • Residential • Commercial • Industrial • Farms • Apartments Offering Expert & Reliable 835 Carberry Road Electrical Services at Niles • MI Competitive Rates for 35 Years Now.

269-684-5544

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Niles Community Health Center-Cassopolis Family Clinic Network 24 N. St. Joseph Ave. Ste G Niles, MI 49120 (269) 262-4749 www.cassfamilyclinic.org

SLR Pilates 226 1/2 E. Main St Niles, MI 49120 (269) 340-4990 www.slrpilates.com South Bend Medical Foundation 530 N. Lafayette Blvd South Bend, IN 46601 (574) 204-4132 www.sbmf.org

Niles Family Podiatry Center 719 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-0166 www.nilesfamilypodiatry.com

Southwestern Medical Clinic 2002 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-0200 www.swmc.org

Niles Foot Clinic 201 N. 17th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1868 www.nilesfootclinic.com

Southwestern Medical Clinic Bridgman 9625 Red Arrow Highway Bridgman, MI 49106 (269) 465-6050 www.swmc.org

Niles Vision Clinic 9 S. St. Joseph Ave. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4040 www.nilesvisionclinic.com Niles-Buchanan YMCA 905 N. Front St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1552 www.nb-ymca.org PACE of Southwest Michigan 2900 Lakeview Drive St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 408-4322 www.paceswmi.org

Southwestern Medical Clinic Stevensville 5515 Cleveland Ave. P.O. Box 1145 Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9644 www.swmc.org Wellbrooke of South Bend 52565 Indiana State Road 933 South Bend, IN 46637 (574) 247.7044 www.wellbrookeofsouthbend.com West Woods of Niles 1211 State Line Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-2810 www.peplinskigroup.com/ west_woods

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Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce 2015 Woodland Terrace of Longmeadow 13 Longmeadow Village Drive Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-7900 www.woodlandterrace.com Woodland Terrace of Longmeadow - Red Arrow Hwy. 8850 Red Arrow Highway Bridgman, MI 49106 (269) 465-7600 www.woodlandterrace.com Home Based Business Better Way Imports Margaret Matthews 7355 Steinbauer Rd Niles, MI 49120 (606) 831-4180 www.betterwayimports.com doTERRA Essential Oils Keren Williams 57550 Dogwood Rd. Mishawaka, IN 46544 (574) 255-4530 www.mydoterra.com/ myessentiallife/ Forever Young Publishers Cheri L. Hallwood P.O. Box 216 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-7153 www.foreveryoungpublishers.com Mary Kay Beauty Consultant Charisse Johnson P.O. Box 883 Granger, IN 46530 (574) 213-5160 www.marykay.com/charissejohnson My Healthy Products Jerry Berg 2284 Warren Rd Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-3059 Send Out Cards Ruth Wiebe PO Box 103 Niles, MI 49120 (574) 315-6737 www.sendoutcards.com/ gratitudewins Shaklee Independent Distributer Julie Ann Maddux 923 Bell Ave. New Buffalo, MI 49117 (269) 861-3171 www.julieann.myshaklee.com

Insurance AAA Cindy McCall Insurance Agency 815 E. Main Street, Ste A Niles, IN 49120 (269) 687-6272 www.aaamichigan.com AAA Tom Rasler Insurance Agency, LLC 1914 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-6274 www.aaamichigan.com Allied Solutions L.L.C. 210 E. Main Street Ste 200 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-5883 www.alliedsolutions.net

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Dale Rifenberg Insurance Agency 118 Main Street Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-1200 www.dalerifenbergins.com Insurance Management Service 214 N. 4th Street, P.O. Box 248 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4900 www.imsinsuranceagency.com Kanalos Agency 1922 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-5999 dckanalos@aol.com Kemner-Iott Agency of Cass County 60267 Century Dr. Cassopolis, MI 49031 (269) 445-2425 www.kemneriottagency.com Patrick Colburn Agency, Inc 92 E. Main St., Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-5145 www.farmersagent.com/pcolburn

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269-687-6274 BELLE PLAZA 1914 S. 11th Street, Niles, MI 49120 www.insurancenilesmi.com Open Monday-Friday 9-5, Saturday 10-Noon

Auto • Home & Condo • Renters • Life • Health • Business

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There is Something for Everyone. Building Providing wellness

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Building strong kids

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State Farm Insurance David Miller 1011 Broadway, Ste 1 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2562 www.statefarm.com State Farm Insurance Scott Stewart 2429 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2025 www.statefarm.com TCU Insurance Agency 1500 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-6700 www.tcunet.com Western & Southern Financial Group 3515 N. Main Street Mishawaka, IN 46545 (269) 340-4481 www.wslife.com Manufacturing & Industry AACOA Extrusion, Inc. 2005 Mayflower Rd. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 697-6063 www.insurancenilesmi.com Alro Steel 1775 Foundation Drive Niles, MI 49120 1-800-442-0777 www.alro.com Berrien Metal Products 460 Post Road Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-5000 www.metalstamp.com

Visit us at our new location 2816 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120

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Blossomland Container Corp. 1652 E. Empire Ave. P.O. Box 963 Benton Harbor, MI 49023 (269) 926-8206 Cross Aluminum Products, Inc. 1770 Mayflower Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-8340 www.crossaluminum.com Delta Industrial Valves, Inc. 2101 Industrial Drive Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-6020 www.deltavalves.com

Delta Machining, Inc. 2361 Reum Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-7775 www.deltamach.com FAPCO, Inc. 216 Post Road Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-6889 www.fapcoinc.com French Paper Co. P.O. Box 398 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1100 www.frenchpaper.com Garden City Products 833 Carberry Rd, PO Box 967 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2011 www.gc-products.com Mid-States Bolt & Screw Co. 1755 Mayflower Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 695-0123 www.midstatesbolt.com Mintech, Inc. 2190 Industrial Dr., PO Box 428 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4551 www.mintechllc.com Modineer Company 2190 Industrial Drive, Plant 2 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2550 www.modineer.com NCP Coatings 225 Fort St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-3377 www.ncpcoatings.com Niles Aluminum Products, Inc. 1434 S. 9th Street, P.O. Box 607 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1191 www.nilesaluminum.com Niles Steel Tank Co. 1701 A Terminal Rd. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1910 www.nilesst.com

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Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce 2015 Olmstead Machine Inc. 814 Cass Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4019 Packard Industries, Inc. 1515 N. US Highway 31 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-2550 www.packardindustries.com Paragon Tempered Glass 1830 Terminal Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-5060 www.tempace.com Pilkington 2121 W. Chicago Road, Suite E Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-2100 www.pilkington.com R & M Manufacturing Co., Inc. 2424 N. 5th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-9550 Ramer Products 1840 Terminal Road, P.O. Box 1027 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7710 www.ramerproducts.com Toefco Engineered Coating Systems, Inc. 1220 N. 14th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-0188 www.toefco.com Real Estate Arbor Trails Apartments 1615 N. 5th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1850 www.arbortrailsapartments.com

Chicago Title Insurance Co. 401 Sycamore Niles, MI 49120 (269) 487-6753 www.chicagotitlemi.com Coldwell Banker Anchor 1400 Chicago Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4507 www.cb-res.com Cressy & Everett Real Estate 1439 Oak Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-5355 www.cressyeverett.com

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www.primetableniles.com Family Owned for more than

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First American Title Insurance Co. 1221 S. 11th Street, Suite 108 Niles, IN 49120 (269) 683-5500 www.firstam.com

Pizza • Subs • Calzones • Pasta Breadsticks • Salads • Wings & More!

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Four Flags Plaza 17 N. Seventh Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-2246 Griffin Estates 1721 Bond Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-1000 www.mrdapartments.com

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Integrity Real Estate Professionals 1441 Oak Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-5030 www.integrityrep.com Meridian Title Corp. 309 Broadway Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-0070 www.meridiantitle.com

Berrien Woods Apartments/ Pedcor 1900 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7779 www.pedcorproperties.net/

Newmark Grubb Cressy & Everett 4100 Edison Lakes Pkwy, Ste 350 Mishawaka, IN 46545 (574) 271-4060 www.cressyandeverett.com

Trust us to take care of the car your family rides in. We can repair everything from bumper to bumper to keep your car running right.

Bradley Company 112 W. Jefferson Blvd, Ste 300, P.O. Box 540 South Bend, IN 46601 (574) 968-9262 www.bradleyco.com

Niles Plaza, Inc. 2010 S. 11th St. Niles, MI 49120 (574) 876-3964 www.nilesplaza.com

Millin Automotive Repair 705 N 2nd St, Niles, MI 49120

(269) 684-8400

Reasonable Rates • Factory-Certified Parts Factory-Trained Technicians • All Work Guaranteed

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E. J.’s Home Plate Restaurant 730 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-5969

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North Niles Villa 1819 N. 5th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-5590 www.m2regroup.com/northniles-villa/ Re/Max Modern Realty, Inc. 603 E. Main Street Niles, IN 49120 (269) 683-2211 www.modernrealty.com Silverbrook Manufactured Housing Community 2300 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7651 Southwest Michigan Landlords Association 2419 Blanchard Drive Niles, MI 49120 (269) 591-2124 www.rentswmichigan.com Stephenson Land Surveying (SLS) 27873 White St. Cassopolis, MI 49031 (269) 687-1787 www.stephensonls.com Stonecreek Development LLC 2240 High Meadow South Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7179 www.liveinthesanctuary.com

216 Post Road, Buchanan, Michigan 49107 • 269-695-6889 Toll Free: 800/782-0167 • In Michigan: 1-800-242-9259

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Tanglewood Apartments 700 Platt Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-4500 www.tanglewood-niles.com Village West Apartments 736 Colony Court Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-6040 Restaurants, Eateries & Pubs Burger King 1250 S. 11th St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-3172 www.bk.com

The Leader • Niles Daily Star • Dowagiac Daily News Cassopolis Vigilant • Edwardsburg Argus • Off The Water

217 North 4th Street, Niles, MI 49120 • (269) 683-2100 www.leaderpub.com

Dairy Queen 1445 Oak St Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-5852 www.dairyqueen.com

Hob Nob Restaurant 1109 S. 11th Street Niles, IN 49120 (269) 684-7400 Jay’s Lounge 3025 South 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-8353 Jimmy John’s 1260 S. 11th St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2200 www.jimmyjohns.com Kentucky Fried Chicken 1295 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1530 www.kfc.com

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Mark III Restaurant & Lounge 4179 M-139 St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 429-2941 www.markiiirestaurant.com

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Massimo’s Pizzeria 20 E. Main St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-4992 www.massimospizzeria.com

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Nuggett Downtown Grill 202 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-8788 www.nuggettdowntowngrill.com

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Olfactory Hue Bistro & Catering 226 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-0880 www.olfactoryhue.com

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Pizza Hut 1275 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1300 www.michiganpizzahut.com

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Prime Table Restaurant 1915 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-2112 www.primetableniles.com

Cupcaketree.com 603 N. 2nd Street Niles, MI 49120 (866) 422-8733 www.cupcaketree.com

Prized Pig, The 33331 US 12 Niles, MI 49120 269-262-4956 www.prizedpigbbq.com

East Main Gardens Florist & Greenhouse 1521 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-8000 www.eastmaingardensflorist.com

Subway 1244 S. 11th St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7820 www.subway.com Tavern, The 417 Brookfield St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1888 Viking Grill, The 402 Wayne Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-4175 Wings Etc., Grill & Pub 2008 S. 11th St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-9464 www.wingsetc.com Retail & Shopping Bella’s Gifts & Memories 222 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7177 Coffee Time / Water Time 2525 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 262-4795 www.ecoffeetime.com Colorful Stitches Screen Printing & Embroidery 225 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-6442 www.colorfulstitch.com Crocker Liquor Store 1702 Broadway Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-0244 Crown Trophy 13576 E. McKinley Avenue Mishawaka, MI 46545 (574) 255-2285 www.crowntrophy.com

Flags International 10845 McKinley Hwy Osceola, IN 46561 (574) 674-5125 www.flagsinternational.com Flo-N-Grow 214 N. 2nd Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1877 www.fnghydro.com Forever Clean Soap Works 1011 Broadway St., Ste 5 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 449-0542 Four Flags Antique Mall 218 N. 2nd Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-6681 www.fourflagsantiquemall.com

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“We Service GM, Chryslers, Ford & Most Foreign Cars”

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• Partnerships • LLCs/LLPs • Estates & Trusts

• Payroll Taxes • Non-Profit Organizations • Multi-State Returns

• General Bookkeeping • Audits

• Payroll Preparation • Financial Statement Preparation

Other Services: With our offices in six states, we bring 95 years of experience to serve you.

Providing Professional services for your accounting & tax needs www.danacole.com • 269-683-1200 • 888-638-1213 325 Woodruff St. • Niles, MI 49120

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Goodwill Industries of Michiana, Inc. 918 Silverbrook Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-5452 www.goodwill-ni.org Greater Michiana Healing Arts Center 109 N. 3rd Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-8865 www.innerjourneyhealing artscenter.com Ham’s Home Improvement 2212 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-3577 Inner Journey Healing Arts Center 109 N. 3rd Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-8865

2536 Detroit Road • Niles, MI • (269) 687-7166 www.cutabovewood.net Quality Custom Cabinetry and Furniture

BRANDYWINE Community Schools

We Are — “Committed to every student’s success!” • Schools Of Choice Opportunities for 2015-2016! • Out Of State Tuition Opportunities! • Right Size, With Many Educational Opportunities!

Brandywine Community Schools

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Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

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721 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120

An Ameriprise Financial Franchise. Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. offers financial advisory services, investments, insurance and annuity products. RiverSource® and Columbia Management ® products are offered by affiliates of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., Member FINRA and SIPC.

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Lush Lighting, Inc. 1964 S 11th St Niles, MI 49120 1-888-960-4533 www.lushledlighting.com

Trailhead Mercantile 209 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-3474 www.trailheadmercantile.com

Main Street Antique Mall 109 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-9393 www.mainstantiquemall.com

UPS Store 732 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-7320 www.theupsstorelocal.com/5277

Martin’s Super Market 720 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-2722 www.martins-supermarkets.com

Veni’s Sweet Shop 228 E. Main St Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-1323 www.venissweetshop.com

Michiana Vac N Sew 922 S. 11th St., Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4610 www.michianavacandsew.com

Walmart Super Center 2107 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2773 www.walmart.com

Nelson’s Herbs 65391 Dailey Road Edwardsburg, MI 49112 (269) 663-8164 www.nelsonsherbs.net

Zolman Tire, Inc. 1901 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-6465 www.zolmantire.com

Niles Styles 224 E. Main St., Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-8484 www.nilesstyles.com

Services AAY’s Party Rental 4795 N. Roosevelt Rd. Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 281-0362 www.aaysrental.com

Radio Shack of Niles 722 A S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7368 www.radioshack.com Sam’s Club 726 Indian Ridge Blvd Mishawaka, IN 46545 (574) 243-8203 www.samsclub.com

Four Flags Plaza Now Accepting Applications for Elderly

• Mobility Impaired Access • Pet Friendly (Restrictions Apply)

269-684-2246

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Sheltons Farm Market 1832 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-3230 www.sheltonfarms.com Tans Down Under 1700 Oak Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-8185 The Flower Cart, LLC 1124 N. 5th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-5454 www.theflowercartmi.com

ADT Security 2418 Viridian Dr. South Bend, IN 46628 (574) 323-2273 www.adt.com Advanced Imaging Solutions, Inc. 4070 Meghan Beeler Ct., P.O. Box 1200 South Bend, IN 46628 (574) 243-1096 www.advancedimaging.net Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services 521 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1155 www.brownfuneralhomeniles.com Carefree Carpet Cleaning P.O. Box 921 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 362-7515 www.carefreecarpetclean.com

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Clark Chapel & Cremation Services 405 Center Street Dowagiac, MI 49047 (269) 782-2135 www.clarkch.com Comcast Business 1920 E. McKinley Avenue Mishawaka, IN 46545 (708) 473-7580 www.business.comcast.com Commercial Office Products 58785 Executive Drive, Ste 100 Mishawaka, IN 46544 1-800-719-2188 www.shop-cops.com Communication Company 5320 S. Main Street South Bend, IN 46614 www.communication-co.com Craft Press Printing, Inc. 312 Bell Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-9694 Creditors Service Bureau 305 N. 3rd Street P.O. Box 316 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-2100 Daly Gourmet Personal Chef Service 1225 Huff Ave Niles, MI 49120 (269) 357-4870 www.freewebs.com/dalygourmet Express Employment Professionals PO Box 751 Saint Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 925-3940 www.expresspros.com Garrett Laboratories, Inc. P.O. Box 645 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-3200 www.garrettlabs.com Halbritter Funeral Home 615 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-3000 www.halbritterfunerals.com Hibiske Barber Shop 115 N. 2nd Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-9353

Indiana Michigan Power 52807 US 131 North Three Rivers, MI 49093 (269) 279-1543 www.aep.com Joy’s Johns 1325 Airport Rd. Niles, MI 49120 1-800-219-8911 www.joysjohns.com Justin Maust 10460 Cricket Sound Ct. Granger, IN 46530 (574) 329-5029 www.leaderlegacy.com Katharos Catering 1125 Wayne Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 262-4110 www.katharoscatering.com Kent Record Management 1994 Plaza Dr. Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 926-4100 www.kentrecords.com Leader Publications 217 N. 4th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-2100 www.leaderpub.com Lipstick Jungle Spa 404 E. Main Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-7500 www.lipstickjunglespa.com M.A.A.C. Property Services 2344 Yankee Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 687-8845 www.maacpropertyservices.com Manpower 1000 Main St. St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-1155 www.us.manpower.com Master Mini Warehouse 2044 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-1959 www.selfstoragespecialists.com

Picker’s Paradise Antique Mall

Huge Selection of Treasures 2809 U.S. 33-M51 South • Niles, MI (269) 683-6644 • OPEN 10am-5pm Daily

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Kotz Sangster Wysocki P.C. Mowitt S. Drew, III | Andrew W. Barnes Kelly L. Travis | John R. Colip

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1631 Lake Street Niles, MI (269) 683-8100 www.nationalstandard.com

Leading producer of wire products since 1907

LAWN FERTILIZING • WEED & INSECT CONTROL AERATION & LIMING • TREE & SHRUB CARE ORGANIC FERTILIZER • IRRIGATION

2612 S. 11th Street • Niles, MI

(269) 683-7533 www.spring-green.com/cwolfe Griffin Estates

Spacious Layouts Pet Friendly • Free Heat Free Hot/Soft Water Short Term Leases

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Great Burgers, Hand-Carved Steaks & Tex-Mex Cuisine

A local favorite since 1972! 4179 M-139 • St. Joseph, MI

269-429-2941 We Take Reservations

Mon-Thurs: Open at 3:30pm • Fri & Sat: Open at 11:30am • Closed Sunday

Michiana Recycling & Disposal, Inc. 2268 Reum Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-0900 www.michianarecyclingand disposal.com Michiana SCORE 1030 E. Jefferson Blvd South Bend, IN 46617 (574) 310-8097 www.michiana.score.org Natural Beauty the Salon 1958 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-7077 On Base Productions PO Box 488 Niles, MI 49120 (574) 339-1253 www.onbaseproductions.com OnStaff USA 606 Ship Street St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 982-6102 www.onstaffusa.com Pale Face Photo Spa 22 N. 4th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 357-3351 www.PaleFacePhotoSpa.com

SCI Alarm 51591 SR 933 South Bend, IN 46637 (574) 277-9830 www.scialarm.com

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Semco Energy 1000 Bell Road Niles, MI 49120 1-800-624-2019 www.semcoenergy.com

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Skylight Leadership Niles, MI 49120 (269) 262-5001 www.skylightleadership.com

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Snyder’s Pool & Spa Stores LLC 2564 Coquillard Drive Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-8792 www.poolspausa.com Spay Neuter Assistance Program of Michigan 920 Pine St Niles, MI 49120 (269) 340-0330 www.voiceless-mi.org/neuter/ Spring Green Lawn & Tree Care 2612 S. 11th Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-7533 www.spring-green.com

Red Star Gas & Welding Supply 218 N. Front Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 635-5051 www.redstargas.com

Swem Chapel-Starks Family Funeral Home 301 W. Front Street Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-6881 www.swemfuneralhome.com

Roseland Animal Hospital 52710 State Road 933 South Bend, IN 46637 (574) 272-6100 www.roselandanimalhospital.com

The Coaching Authority 51818 Bonanza Dr Granger, IN 46530 (574) 286-1123 www.coachingauthority.net

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Four Flags Area Chamber of Commerce 2015 Trillium Staffing Solutions 1011 Broadway, Ste 2 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-6141 www.trilliumstaffing.com

Michiana Mobile 109 N. 3rd Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 213-5277 www.michianamobile.com

U.S. Business Systems Inc. 3221 Southview Dr. Elkhart, IN 46514 (574) 264-3065 www.usbus.com

Prism Science & Technology, LLC 3133 Lakeshore Drive St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-5775 www.prismscitech.com

Whispering Pines Kennel 3150 Portage Road Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-8566 www.whisppines.com Williamson Employment Services, Inc. 3371 W. Cleveland Road, Ste 120 South Bend, IN 46628 (574) 289-1454 www.williamsonemployment.com Technology DPI Technologies, Inc. 2241 Lake Street Niles, MI 49120 (269) 684-2259 www.dpi-aft.com Fisher Innovative Technology, Inc. 306 E. Main Street, Ste 200 Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4524 www.fisherinnovative.com Indiana Electronics & Communications 13185 Chippewa Blvd. Mishawaka, IN 46545 (574) 254-5500 www.indianaelectronics.com

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Niles Community Schools Abundant School Choice in Niles Choosing a school for your child means more than selecting text books, backpacks and a physical location. It means choosing an environment that will not only teach children the building blocks of life, but also allow for creativity, growth and an educational environment where they can thrive and positively kick start success at an early age. School of Choice is an attractive option for parents across Michigan – providing families with the opportunity to discover the best alternative to meet the specific needs of their children. Fortunately for local families, Niles Community Schools offers an elite, diverse array of educational opportunities to students and families, regardless of the type of learner.

students shift from the elementary atmosphere to the middle school environment. Once through Oak Manor 6th Grade Center, students enter Ring Lardner Middle School where dedicated teachers engage students by providing an individualized learning experience through looping, which allows students to remain with the same core group of teachers and classmates through 7th and 8th grade. Looping enables teachers to address the unique academic and social needs of young teens.

Niles Community Schools is proud to have an excellent high school with different approaches Dr. Daniel Applegate tailored to any learner, including traditional, vocational or those who wish to dual-enroll for an early college start. Niles High School has opNiles’ professional education staff is committed to finding that tions for accelerated and advanced students, special needs perfect fit for learners at any age and will collaborate with par- students, a career and college center and boasts an award ents on the best available options to meet their needs. In turn, winning fine arts program. Niles New Tech is a unique, embedparents receive peace of mind knowing their child is receiving ded learning model within the high school that gives high school the vital preparation necessary to succeed as they establish learners an exclusive experience combining problem- based learning with a culture built on trust, respect and responsibility. their place in the world.

There is strong evidence showing that young children who enter quality Pre-K learning programs are more apt and ready to learn once they start school. At Northside Child Development Center, the Pre-K- K classes partner with local day care providers for training and collaboration and give young ones access to special education programs, Montessori and kindergarten classes. Transitioning into kindergarten and beyond can prove difficult for certain students, which is why Niles provides three effective varied approaches to support children as they continue their journey. Eastside Connections utilizes a Problem-Based learning method for K-8th using the magnet school concept, whereas Ballard Elementary affords K-5th graders opportunities to engage in active and varied learning experiences designed to stimulate whole brain learning. Lastly, Howard-Ellis Elementary provides K-5th graders with leveled reading, multi- age classrooms and modern technology integration tools woven into instruction. Each school is as actively involved in children’s learning as the next, but each has honed its own specialty to better suit the potential needs and learning styles of our community’s youth. The middle school years can be stressful and difficult to maneuver, which is why we’ve devoted special attention in helping

Sensitive to the fact that some community members prefer a learning approach that does not require brick and mortar, Niles Community Schools offers an alternative education program for homeschool and adult students, among others. W-A-Y & W-A-Y Forward gives non-traditional 6-12 graders a blended learning program comprised of project-based and online education in tandem with personalized face-to-face instruction. Homeschool students are welcomed to participate in school programs through flexible scheduling, non-intrusive enrollment and specialized programs. At Cedar Lane, high schoolers are offered an environment with lower student/teacher ratios to focus specifically on achievement through improved relationships. Lastly, Niles Adult Education is intended for students 16+ who wish to achieve their diploma or prepare via GED planning tests and basic adult education. Every student in our community is different from one another so it is only fair to provide diverse atmospheres for them to learn in their own way. This remains at the core of what we are trying to accomplish – providing an excellent array of resources, experiences and opportunities to help each learner become his or her best as they travel down the path of self-discovery and continue to strengthen our community. Dr. Daniel Applegate is Superintendent of Niles Community Schools.

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Making a decision about where you send your child to school is about more than textbooks, bricks and mortar. It’s about providing the vital preparation necessary to ensure success as they take their place in the world. At Niles Community Schools, your child is important to us. You are important to us. We will work together with you for the best education for your child.

Northside Child Development Center

Northside School

Eastside Connections School

Howard/Ellis Elementary

Ballard Elementary School

PreK-K experience for our GSRP Preschool, Early Childhood Special Education, Montessori and Kindergarten children. We partner with our local day care providers for training and collaboration.

Eastside Connections School

K-8th grade magnet school experience with endorsed Problem-Based learning instruction and an expectation of 100% parent involvement.

Howard/Ellis

K-5th grade experience where leveled reading, multi-age classrooms, and integration of the latest technological tools are used for instruction. K-1st grade children attend Ellis and 2nd-5th grade attend Howard.

Oak Manor 6th Grade Center

Ballard

K-5th grade experience with opportunities for whole brain learning with an emphasis on engaging through active learning.

Oak Manor 6th Grade Center

Designed to help transition students from the elementary experience to the “middle school” experience. Teachers embed technology applications within their lessons as students enjoy one-on-one laptop use. Increased related arts offerings and advanced math options for select students.

Ring Lardner Middle School

Ring Lardner

Students are placed on teams and spend two years working with the same group of core teachers, allowing us to better address the unique academic and social needs of middle school students.

Niles High School

Where options for learning include: Early College Academy, Professional Health Careers Academy, Math/Science Center, Career & Technical Education, Accelerated & Advanced Placement, Special Needs Services, Award Winning Fine Arts Programs, Extended Day Tutoring/Athletic Study Table, Career & College Center, Extra Curricular- Athletics, Musicals & Plays, National Honor Society, Service & Competition Clubs.

Alternative Education

Niles New Tech

9 - 12th grade experience combining problem-based learning with a culture built on trust, respect and responsibility.

Alternative Education

W-A-Y & W-A-Y Forward: 6-12th grade virtual experience combining project-based and online learning with personalized face-to-face instruction. Home Schooling: Partnership allowing flexible scheduling and non-intrusive enrollment requirement. Cedar Lane: 9-12th grade opportunity giving young adults an opportunity to learn in a classroom environment with lower student/teacher ratios, allowing for improved relationships and focused achievement. Niles Adult Education: 16-adulthood experience providing a high school diploma, GED preparation testing, and adult basic education.

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