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New Buffalo Park and Harbor Commission talks beach parking, boat launch ramp fees for 2021 season PAGE 3 MDHHS orders expand restaurant capacity, increase gathering and capacity limits, allow for expanded visitation at residential care facilities PAGE 5

New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education elects new board member PAGE 8 Hog heaven for commercial tomato grower PAGE 10

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New Buffalo Park and Harbor Commission talks beach parking, boat launch ramp fees for 2021 season

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

ith beach season approaching, members of the New Buffalo City Park and Harbor Commission recommended to the City Council new beach parking fees and boat launch ramp fees at their Thursday, March 4, meeting. Currently, the parking fee for the beach lot is $5 for three hours and $12 for the whole day. The Commission is recommending going from $5 to $7.50 and $15 for the whole day for the majority of the season and $20 for the whole day for the month of July and two weeks in August (the season’s peak). Kristin D’Amico, city parks director, noted that the majority of the transactions last year were at the $5 rate; however, in July, there were more transactions that were made at the daily rate, as people are usually staying at the beach all day due to the warmer weather. In reviewing all revenue and expenditures with the city treasurer, Rich Killips, interim city manager, said that it appeared that every year, the city ends up supplementing the parks budget from General Fund and that it’d be good if the parks fund could get as close to selfsustaining as possible. The recommended increase in fees would help reach that goal, Killips said. It was also recommended to the City Council that boat ramp launching fees, which D’Amico said she doesn’t believe have ever been changed, be raised. For daily rates for Michigan residents with boats having a Michigan license, it’s being recommended that for boats that are less than 27 feet, the fee be raised from $7 to $10 and for boats that are more

than 27 feet, the fee be raised from $25 to $30. For non-Michigan residents with boats having Michigan registration, the recommendation is that the daily fee will increase from $12 to $20 for boats that are less than 27 feet and for those that are greater than 27 feet, that it be increased from $25 to $40. Regarding season passes for the boat ramp launching fees, it was recommended that for Michigan residents with boats having Michigan registration, boats less than 27 feet be $75 and boats more than 27 feet be $100. For non-Michigan residents, it was recommended that boats less than 27 feet be $100 and over 27 feet be $125. If the recommended new rates are approved, it was discussed that notification be placed on the city’s website or on signage. D’Amico said that, as of March 4, she has five hired lifeguards, three of whom are returning from last year. She said of the two ones who were recently hired, one is a current pool lifeguard and one isn’t a current lifeguard but came recommended from the Bridgman High School swim team.

t was discussed what to do in terms of landscaping in the area surrounding the sculpture that was dedicated in memory of Dan Donnelly, “Effervescence,” by Jaci Willis, which was recently relocated from the waterfront to Oselka Park. Nora Howe (who serves on the Lifeguard Committee) said that she’d like to “fill in the square that’s there.” The possibility of using perennials and the grasses (similar to what’s downtown) was discussed.

D’Amico said she’d like to contact some landscapers and get prices for the job. Donnelly, who passed away in 2015,was active in numerous events and organizations, such as the New Buffalo Township Library Board when the new facility was being built. Howe and commissioner Susan Stoneburner will be instrumental in ensuring the project gets completed. Donald Stoneburner said that he talked with Mayor John Humphrey regarding if the city could obtain funding to work on the proposed pedestrian bridge next to the Whittaker Street Bridge in the city’s latest Waterfront Master Plan design. He said that the plan has three phases and that the pedestrian walkway was presented as being “separate.” He said that he’s concerned about safety, particularly in July, when traffic and several pedestrians move across the bridge. Stoneburner wondered if “alternate funding,” separate from the Waterfront Plan, could be pursued that would make the walkway “more of a priority to get that done sooner.” Stoneburner said he’s seen similar walkways in towns that don’t have beach access, so it’s not necessarily “related to the waterfront.” Killips said that the city is continuing to look for grants to fund pieces of the project. If an nonmotorized opportunity came up to “bump the bridge up to the front of the line,” the city would pursue it. “Whenever the money “aligns itself, we’ll get it done,” he said. Stoneburner said that the overall Waterfront Master Plan “looks good - I’m glad we’re pursuing it.”

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Local Government Meetings New Buffalo Times

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CITY OF NEW BUFFALO MAYOR JOHN HUMPHREY CITY COUNCIL Meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30PM DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (DDA) MEETING To Be Determined CITY OF NEW BUFFALO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS To Be Determined NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30PM CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30PM THREE OAKS THREE OAKS TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7PM VILLAGE OF THREE OAKS BOARD Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7PM GRAND BEACH VILLAGE OF GRAND BEACH COUNCIL Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7:30PM MICHIANA VILLAGE OF MICHIANA COUNCIL Meets on the 2nd Friday of each month at 1PM

Berrien County Health Department expands access to COVID-19 vaccination NEW GROUPS MADE ELIGIBLE RECEIVED VACCINES ON MARCH 8, AS SUPPLIES ALLOWED

he Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced the state has moved to the next phase of vaccination as of Monday, March 8. As vaccine supplies allow, the Berrien County Health Department (BCHD) will expand access to vaccinations to adults over the age of 50. Also March 8, caregiver family members and guardians who care for children with special health care needs will be eligible for vaccination as well. To date, more than half of Berrien County residents over the age of 65 have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. With recent increases in vaccine supply allocations, Berrien County Health Department anticipates being able to start providing vaccines to Berrien County residents who fall in this expanded eligibility group. Starting March 8, BCHD will allow all adults over the age of 50 to schedule appointments when they are available. According to the CDC, nearly 80% of older adults have at least one chronic medical condition, which further supports the early expansion of eligibility to all adults over 50. The Berrien County Health Department will not have a pre-registration process or “waitlist” for this newly eligible group. Rather, eligible individuals seeking

vaccination appointments should visit the BCHD website regularly; information will be posted on the website directly when there are appointments available for self-scheduling. Eligible residents are encouraged to check the website often as new appointment availability may be added daily and self-scheduling will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. People with limited internet access are encouraged to call the BCHD COVID-19 hotline at 1-800-815-5485 for further assistance in scheduling an appointment. Adults over the age of 65 will continue to be prioritized for vaccination, if they have not already received it. BCHD will reserve special appointment slots at upcoming clinics so those over the age of 65 may have assurance that they will continue to receive opportunities for vaccination. All eligible residents are also encouraged to explore vaccination through other vaccine providers in the area, including Meijer Pharmacy in Benton Harbor, Spectrum Health Lakeland, and Rite Aid Pharmacies around the county. More information about the process for vaccination in Berrien County can be found at www.bchdmi.org/COVID19 and www.Michigan.gov/COVIDVaccine.

Suspect nabbed in wild chase near state line

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A 15 mile high speed chase in and out of farm fields reached close to the Michigan line before ending with a crash into a snowbank. Martin DeValois, 37, of Braidwood, Illinois, is charged with Level 6 felony Resisting Law Enforcement and Level 4 felony Serious Violent Felon in Possession of a Firearm. According to LaPorte County, he was a passenger in a car pulled over Friday, March 5, on Range Road near 800 North for tailgating a semi-truck on U.S 20. After a K-9 detected an odor of narcotics, police said DeValois refused to get out of the vehicle then jumped into the driver’s seat and stepped on the gas pedal. Police said he drove across a field and into a woods before making his way across another field. The pursuing officer lost sight of the car spotted again by another officer on 1000 North west of Indiana 39. Police said DeValois cut across at least one more field before making his way back to Indiana 39 and heading south. He was in the City of LaPorte when he drove into a snowbank at a dead end on Pennsylvania Avenue. Kathy Spiegel was out for a walk when she observed about a dozen police vehicles with sirens activated just as the pursuit was ending. “We saw about five cops with their guns drawn,” she said. Police said a loaded handgun was located in the fleeing vehicle. — STAN

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BERRIEN COUNTY COVID-19 UPDATE

s of 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 9, the Berrien County Health Department has reported 10,865 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Berrien County and 917 probable cases. In addition, the county has also reported 220 confirmed deaths and 18 presumed deaths. The county also reported 10,076 30-day recoveries. Also as of the afternoon of March 9, the county reported nine non-ICU COVID-19 patients. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced the state is moving to the next phase of vaccination as of Monday, March 8. As vaccine supplies allow, the Berrien County Health Department (BCHD) will expand access to vaccinations to adults over the age of 50. For more details, see article on page 4. — FRANCESCA SAGALA

THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2021

Updated MDHHS orders expand restaurant capacity, increase gathering and capacity limits, allow for expanded visitation at residential care facilities

he Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) updated two of its epidemic orders, allowing for increased capacity limits at various venues, larger residential and nonresidential gatherings and expanded visitation opportunities at residential care facilities, Tuesday, March 2. “As we continue our vaccine rollout and make steady progress against the virus, we are taking additional incremental steps to re-engage to ensure we are protecting our families and frontline workers and saving lives,” said Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. “Michigan is a national leader in the fight against COVID-19, and our fact-based, datadriven approach will help our state rebuild our economy and resume normal day-to-day activities. As always, mask up, maintain social distancing, and wash your hands. We all have a personal responsibility to slow the spread of the virus so we can end this pandemic together.” “More than 2 million doses of safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine have been administered and a third vaccine will soon be arriving here in Michigan to help us end the pandemic in our state,” said Elizabeth Hertel, MDHHS director. “We continue to monitor the data closely, and based on current trends we are taking another step toward normalcy. We urge Michiganders to continue doing what works and wearing a mask, washing their hands and avoiding crowds.” With all residents at skilled nursing homes having been offered their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine and a vast majority having had their second dose, the Residential Care Facilities Order goes into effect immediately. The order encourages communal dining and group activities for residents and allows indoor and outdoor visitation in all counties regardless of county risk level. Visitation

in an incremental way,” said Dr. Joneigh is allowed as long as the facility has not Khaldun, MDHHS chief medical had a new COVID-19 case in the last 14 executive and chief deputy for health. days and all indoor visitors ages 13 and Changes to the Gatherings and Mask older are subject to rapid antigen testing. Testing will help keep residents, staff and Order went into effect Friday, March 5, and remain in effect through Monday, families safe while allowing for visitation April 19. and an increased The epidemic quality of life for CAPACITY CHANGES INCLUDE: order continues residents. Adult • Restaurants and bars are to temporarily foster care homes allowed to be at 50% capacity licensed for 12 or up to 100 people. Tables must be pause other venues and fewer residents, six feet apart with no more than activities where hospice facilities, six people per table. There is participants have substance now an 11 p.m. curfew. close physical use disorder • Indoor non-residential gatherings where people contacts and are residential interact across households not consistently facilities and are permitted up to 25 people, masked, like assisted-living allowing public meetings and water parks. facilities are other small indoor gatherings to As before, encouraged to resume. employees who implement visitor • O utdoor non-residential work in jobs and staff testing gatherings where people that cannot protocols. interact across households are be performed Visitors will be permitted up to 300, allowing from home can required to wear larger outdoor events to resume. continue to go face masks or • Indoor entertainment venues to work, while other personal are allowed to be at 50% employees who protective capacity, up to 300 people. can work from equipment when • Exercise facilities are allowed home should required by the to be at 30% capacity with continue to do facility at all restrictions on distancing and so. times. In general, mask requirements. • R etail is allowed to be at 50% Information visitors will need capacity. around this to maintain • Casinos are allowed to be at outbreak is six feet from 30% capacity. changing rapidly. residents. • Indoor stadiums and arenas are The latest “While we allowed to have 375 if seating information continue to have capacity is under 10,000; 750 if is available at virus very present seating capacity is over 10,000. Michigan.gov/ across the • Outdoor entertainment and Coronavirus entire state, our recreational facilities may host and CDC.gov/ improvements up to 1,000 patrons. Coronavirus. To in case numbers, • Indoor residential gatherings learn more about test positivity, are now limited to 15 people the COVID-19 and vaccinations from three households, while vaccine, visit mean we can outdoor residential gatherings Michigan.gov/ move forward can include up to 50 people. COVIDVaccine. with reopening

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SPORTS

Up and down week for Lady Bison BY STAN MADDUX

he Lady Bison went from one extreme to another in girls’ high school basketball last week. New Buffalo cruised to an easy victory at home over Comstock but were trounced the following night 64-9 at Buchanan. Head Coach Scott Syme said Buchanan was by far the best team his players have faced this year. “I like the way they’re coached. I like the way they play and how they handle themselves. They’re fun to watch,” he said. In some ways, the Lady Bison (7-2) were just as fast running up and down the court but there was no comparison in terms of shooting ability and ball handling skills. Many of the buckets in transition for Buchanan were dazzling lay-ups from players making even difficult shots look easy during the Berrien Cass St. Joseph Conference match-up. Buchanan also had a major edge in size at center with 6’ 3” Faith Carson, who’s only a sophomore, racking up 21 points. Carson was also a force on the

boards and blocked or altered numerous shots. Syme said the game was a good way for the team to see for themselves the type of ball handling and execution he’s been trying to instill in his players to maximize their potential. “We’re not there yet. Hopefully, we’ll get there,” he said.

he Bison scored 47 points in their 20 point win over Comstock. Georgia Arvanitis started things off by hitting a short bank shot for the Bison leading 10-1 after a three point shot by Aaron James. The lead was extended to 12 points in the second quarter when Abby Vitale hit two quick buckets, including a three-point shot. Emma Lantz grabbed a nice pass from Ava Mullen to score near the rim just before Jordan Bryk drove the baseline for a bucket second prior to the halftime buzzer. Bryk, Vitale and James led the offensive attack with nine points apiece.

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From the Bleachers

COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

he Cubs and White Sox are negotiating with the city of Chicago with hopes of having their stadiums one third filled when opening day rolls around. The weather forecast calls for temperatures to be in the 60’s three times this week. Daylight savings time begins Sunday. More and more people are receiving vaccinations, and it appears that everyone who wants to receive one will be able to in the next few months. Yes my friends, while there are still many obstacles to overcome, it appears that with a lot of restraint and good fortune, we may finally be coming out of our year-long nightmare. Won’t it be grand? April 1st is the day. The Cubs take on the Pirates in Chicago and the White Sox battle the Angels in Los Angeles. The White Sox promise to be an exciting team that will compete for the championship. I’ve been around a long time, and even though I was knee high to a grasshopper, I remember the go-go White Sox that won the American League pennant way back in 1959. I come from a family of Cub fans who lived in White Sox country, on the south side of Chicago. Even though we were Cub fans, we ran out to the porch the night the Sox clinched the pennant. Air raid sirens and fireworks filled the night sky and even though they weren’t my favorite team, it was really exciting. Forty six years later the Sox won the World Series and although I was still a Cubs fan, many of my friends were Sox

fans, so I cheered for them. My baseball nirvana came in 2016 when the Cubs won the World Series for the first time in over 100 years. I remember that night like it was yesterday. I was at a bar with a couple of my best friends and was thrilled, depressed, and finally thrilled again as the Cubs beat the Indians to win the championship. While I loved the Bears Super Bowl win, the Bulls run of championships, and the Blackhawks run of Stanley Cup seasons, nothing was more exciting to me than when the Cubs won it all. I remember leaving the bar and walking a mile or so to Wrigley Field where thousands of people had gathered. My partner said that I either high-fived or hugged most of them. We walked home and sat on the porch until three or four in the morning, greeting passerby’s like they were long lost friends. The next day was the parade and the celebration continued. Looking back, my love of sports reached a crescendo during that baseball season and it sure would be great to have the Cubs, or even the Sox, bring that feeling back to Chicago this year. George Bernard Shaw said, “Two things define you: your patience when you have nothing and your attitude when you have everything.” Be silly. Be honest. Be kind. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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Bobcats too much for Bison

BY STAN MADDUX

he Bison hung in there for a while but the ability of the players from Brandywine proved too much in a 74 to 46 loss Saturday in boys’ high school basketball. Jeremiah Mitchell was key in keeping the game close early by nailing two jump shots for New Buffalo then dishing out a nifty pass for a lay-up by Mark Shaw. The Bison took the lead on consecutive three-point shots by Kayden Parmley before a free throw from the Bobcats tied the game before the end of the first quarter. New Buffalo trailing 25 to 21 halfway through the second quarter found themselves down by 11 points at halftime.

Brandywine never gave the Bison much of a chance to cut into the lead. The Bobcats used their speed, size and jumping ability to dominate right from the very beginning of the third period. Brandywine led by 23 points when Cameron Barrier following a steal at half court went in for a dunk but the ball deflected off the rim. After Shaw drove around a defender in the paint for a lay-up, the 6’1,” 200 lb. Barrier was successful this time in slamming the ball into the net. Brandywine right after another blown slam dunk went into the fourth quarter leading 64 to 33. A steal at half court for a lay-up by Sean Gordon and Zack Forker hitting two short bank shots over the

reach of defenders were among the Bison highlights during the final minutes of play. Head Coach Nate Tripp said the goal was to keep the game close to have a shot at winning late in the game, but the effort and energy from Brandywine in the second half proved too much. Tripp said he also would have liked to see the same effort and execution his players showed in the first half. “It is what it is. Brandywine is a superior team but we’re going to move on.” Mitchell led the Bison with 12 points while Parmley and Shaw added 11 points and 8 points respectively. The Bison were still 6-2 on the season.

NEW BUFFALO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LOOKING FOR BISON BEGINNER, PREKINDERGARTEN AND KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS FOR NEW SCHOOL YEAR

ew Buffalo Elementary School looking for Bison Beginner, prekindergarten and kindergarten students for new school year New Buffalo Area Schools is looking for students for the Bison Beginner, Prekindergarten program and for kindergarten students for the 2021-2022 school year. It is helpful for the school to

know how many students it will have to begin planning for the 2021 - 2022 school year. If you believe your child will qualify for either the Bison Beginner Prekindergarten program or for Kindergarten, please contact the office so the school can make sure your student is on its enrollment list. Please contact the office by April 1, 2021, so the school can make sure there’s a spot for your child.

Parents that have children who will be 4 years old by Sept. 1, 2021, and are residents of the New Buffalo Area School district are welcome to register their child for the Bison Beginner Prekindergarten program. The program offers both full day or half Day (AM) sessions. Enrollment is limited to 25 students for the Bison Beginner program.

Parents with students that will be 5 years old by Sept. 1, 2021, and are residents of the New Buffalo Area School District are welcome to register their child for the kindergarten program. The program is a full day program. At this time, the school is only taking information on students that currently reside within the school district. If you have a child that

qualifies for enrollment into the Bison Beginner Prekindergarten or Kindergarten program at New Buffalo Elementary, please contact the elementary office at 269-469-6060. The necessary information will be collected from you and the necessary paperwork/ processes will be provided for you for completion. — STAFF REPORTS

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SCHOLASTICS

New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education elects new board member BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

embers of the New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education elected a new board member at their Monday, March 8, meeting. Joyce Lantz will fill the vacant position that was left by Rogert Lijewski, who resigned from the board last month. Lantz was nominated by trustee Lisa Werner and seconded by Tricia Newton. She received four votes, with board president Chuck Heit and trustee Frank Magro voting no. The other person to receive a nomination was candidate Julie Flick, who was nominated by Magro, which was seconded by Heit. Both Magro and Heit voted for her, while Newton, Werner, trustee John Haskins and board vice president Heather Black voted no. Lantz has a Bachelor’s degree in communications and a Master of Science in education from Indiana University. She’s worked in higher education for several years, having served as associate director of admission at St. Mary’s College and the director of admission at Valparaiso University. Currently, she’s employed at the University of Notre Dame as the director of recruitment and communications. Lanzt also has a son and a daughter who attend New Buffalo Area Schools.

She said that she feels “blessed” with the education her children have received from the district. Lantz said that she’s also an advocate of public schools, calling New Buffalo “unique” for providing students with one-onone attention. While Lantz said she’s worked in higher education, she wanted to make it clear that she believes that each student has different goals once they graduate that may not involve obtaining a four-year degree but may involve trade school or an associates degree. Finding what students are passionate about - “What makes you excited to go to work every day” - is what’s key, Lantz said. Lantz said she also brings communication skills to the table, and believes in “gathering feedback” from the community to make “educated decisions” based on the feedback. Lantz will fill the position until the next school board election, in 2022. Board members also heard from candidates Vanessa Thun and Kel Penny. Jack Kennedy, who had also applied, wasn’t present at the meeting. Donna Messinger withdrew her name at the meeting. “When I saw the list of candidates, I saw somebody on there who I voted for before and I know she has passion and experience and is overqualified - I said I don’t want to run against Joyce

Lantz, I want her to be your pick,” she said of her withdrawal. Board members heard a brief update on New Buffalo Middle School from middle school principal Brad Brunner. Brunner highlighted the sixth grade’s unit on Civil Rights. According to teacher Lisa Knoll, students have been utilizing digital notebooks this year, which allowed them to “house all materials students would be researching” as well as provided them with “all the research links to be successful.” The digital notebooks dealt with vocabulary, allowing students to discuss words such as “segregation” and “Civil Rights Act of 1964” as well as for students to come up with their own definitions and pictures to go with the vocabulary terminology. Students also highlighted key parts of the “I Have a Dream Speech” and traced the Civil Rights route on segregated buses. Students also discussed Brown vs. Board of Education.

ormally, students would meet in small groups to complete these various activities; however, Knoll said that this year, the were able to complete them all through the digital notebook format. To help the students personalize what they learned about justice and equality, they were asked to create

a “recipe for peace” poem. Students Kendall Roch, Aaron Berk and Ethan Gilpin read their poems. As a culminating activity to commemorate the 1950s and 1960s era of peace and being expressive, sixth graders were able to safely gather in the school’s upper track area and tie dye T-shirts while they worked on their Recipe for Peace poems. Brunner said that anytime they have students together, they have hand sanitizers out and students clean up anything they touch to “make it work.” Board members approved the Extended COVID-19 Plan Method of Instruction for New Buffalo Area Schools of in-person and virtual education. Per the state’s updated guidelines on large gatherings, Superintendent Dr. Jeff Leslie said that they hoped to increase attendance at home basketball games next week and that each participant will now receive four tickets. He said that he hoped to get about 250 people per game. Leslie said that attendants will still be required to wear their masks and social distance, and the gym will still be disinfected between games. Leslie noted that some surrounding schools have had to switch to remote learning and that game attendees will continue to take the precautions seriously, so the district can continue to remain in-person.

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is love for raising hogs while growing up in northwest Indiana has blossomed into raising blue ribbon tomatoes for a major commercial brand. Galen Birky is this year’s winner of the E.A. Reichart Quality Achievement Award, the highest honor presented by Red Gold, Inc. based in Elwood, Indiana. The award recognizes Birky as Red Gold’s Tomato Grower of the Year based, in part, on the volume and quality of his 2020 crop. He was also deemed one of six master growers by Red Gold, the largest privately owned tomato processor in the nation from 42 contracted growers in Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. Birky said he knew his 40 ton per acre crop last year was excellent but his selection came as a total surprise. “I was extremely happy. Extremely happy and very

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honored,” he said. Red Gold brand products like ketchup and varieties of canned tomatoes are offered in all 50 states and over 55 other countries. Birky Farms raises about 200 acres of tomatoes near Wanatah, LaCrosse and Kouts. Last year, production at Birky Farms equaled close to 13 million cans of whole, diced, stewed and other specialty tomato products, Red Gold officials said. The other 1,800 acres at Birky Farms are used for producing commercial corn, soybeans and seed corn. Birky, 49, said there’s nothing in his bag of tricks for raising high quality tomatoes aside from the usual hard work, paying attention to detail and staying on top of the crop until harvest. He also crosses his fingers for cooperation from Mother Nature, the most important factor in all of farming. “There are no secrets. It’s a

lot of luck,” Birky said. Birky said he started growing tomatoes in 2001 to expand the farm and diversify the operation after being given the opportunity to become a contract supplier for Red Gold. Despite his relatively late start at raising tomatoes, Birky’s green thumb is not a coincidence given his bloodlines in farming date back to his ancestors in Germany. His house near Valparaiso is on a farm started by his grandfather, Lee Birky, and what’s now the home farm is on land his father, John, began acquiring to produce food in the 1960s.

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His father still helps out on the farm. Birky said he knew agriculture was in his veins practically since birth. He especially liked taking care of the hogs his father raised until his focus changed strictly to row crops in the

1980s. Birky also loved running the machinery. “When I was a kid my punishment was I couldn’t go outside and drive the tractor or work in the hog barn. I had to stay inside,” he said. “We have plans in place to make that happen. We’ll see what their dreams are and go from there,” he said.

.A. Reichart was once in charge of the company which remains in the family. His wife, Fran, and her father, Grover Hutcherson, started the firm in 1942 by purchasing and rebuilding an old cannery building destroyed by three separate fires and a tornado in central Indiana. “God has blessed us very much over the years and he gets credit for the crop that we had,” Birky said.

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The School of American Music wins support for scholarships

CU Foundation demonstrates its commitment to scholarships and high-impact

education More music students in Michiana can now enroll in classes, thanks to a new grant awarded to the School of American Music (SAM) in Three Oaks, Michigan. The TCU Foundation, a charitable arm of the Teachers Credit Union, kicked off the year with a gift in January to the scholarship program at SAM. “We are pleased to make this contribution in support of the School of American Music’s scholarship program,” said Angie Dvorak, vice president of TCU Marketing and executive director of the TCU Foundation. “We

thank you for all that you do for students in the Harbor Country area.” Now in its 10th year, the School of American Music provides music education to students of all ages interested in playing an instrument or in voice instruction. In addition, the school presents summertime shows and Free Family Concerts, where advanced SAM students join professional musicians on stage. “The role of SAM in providing resources to supplement music programs in this area is wellestablished,” said Donna M. Mitchell, executive director of SAM. “We’re dedicated to furthering music education as well as presenting topnotch musicians in concert.” With an eye toward

sustaining SAM’s commitment to offering music education, the school has made scholarship funding the focus of its Fund for the Future campaign, a 10-year fundraising drive to establish SAM’s endowment. The gift from TCU advances that ambition and demonstrates the Foundation’s commitment to its communities. “We recognize the value of music in building strong communities where people want to live,” Dvorak said. “Support for the arts is not just a buzzword at TCU.” President of the board at SAM, Garth Taylor, said funding the scholarship program provides a safety net. “The generous support we have received secures a learning opportunity

for many students during what could otherwise be impossible times,” Taylor said. “We’re grateful to those who are with us on this mission.” The TCU Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization established to support the credit union’s vision of community partnering. The School of American Music offers quality, oneon-one instruction in instrumental music, voice, and music theory and composition, delivered by experienced teachers who are also performers. The School’s mission is to provide opportunities for area residents and visitors to participate in the arts and educational programs. — STAFF REPORTS

SAM board member Ryan Van Plew-Cid receives a check for scholarships from the TCU foundation

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he Spring Creek Horses Help Foundation will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt with Horses Saturday, March 27. In addition to the egg hunt, children can have their photos taken with the Easter Bunny and a pony, and there will be horses for kids to pet. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Also, there will be “Baskets of Horse Love” - baskets filled with an assortment of items for the young horse lover - for sale and all proceeds will benefit the Foundation. Baskets can be purchased in advance or at the event. A raffle will be held for one extra-large basket that will include a free riding lesson, Horses of Spring Creek 2021 Calendar, Spring Creek T-shirt, and much more. The event will be held at the Spring Creek Equestrian Center, 16771 Pardee Road in Three Oak, and will begin at 3 p.m. Eastern. Those who plan to participate should email algrosse@yahoo.com to ensure there are enough eggs on hand. We will be COVIDconscious, so please wear a mask and practice social distancing. The Foundation raises scholarship monies to provide local, low-income and special needs children and adults an equine-based educational program on horse behavior, barn and horse care, and riding skills. For more details, go to www. springcreekhorseshelp.org/ support. — STAFF REPORTS

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AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19

This week the vibe is all about retreating and recharging your batteries. Enjoy taking some time for yourself by sleeping in, silencing your phone and disconnecting from the outer world. Get reconnected with the talents and power you have within. Allow your inner guide to come forth.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21

Get connected with others. Make commitments and stick with them. It’s time to allow others to help and guide you. Rather than retreating inwards when things get intense, allow yourself to be open to advice or direction from another. Surrender to the fact that you can’t do everything on your own.

Now is the time to pamper yourself and create a space where you can get in touch with your feelings and sort out, which projects and ideas are worth pursuing. Engage in gentle activities that build your chi and power up your creative potentials, like walking, cooking or yoga.

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You will be feeling very outward oriented this week, and may get distracted by social media or the drama of another’s making. Rather than getting caught up in a crisis, delve into a good novel or theatrical project. Tune this cosmic energy into a higher educational experience.

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CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19

The vibe coming in this week may have a polarizing effect on your relationships. Even if you feel at odds with a partner or a close associate, know that the tension you feel can be used to create something wonderful, many people will enjoy. Success will be achieved through collaborations.

You will have the opportunity to make new friends or get more acquainted with your neighbors, this week. Take this opportunity to start communicating more and getting more involved in community activities. Reading, writing and listening will also, be a big part of the week ahead.

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There is a very takecharge kind of vibe coming your way. Use this assertive energy you feel to make better agreements or financial arrangements, this week. This is a good time to strengthen commitments and stabilize relationships. Good negotiations and compromises are possible now.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 You will be feeling very active and outgoing this week. Use this energy to its fullest by getting things organized and cleaned. Tackle those bigger projects like cleaning out closets or organizing the garage. Anything that will refresh and uplift your space, can be done quickly and easily now.

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PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20

The vibe coming in now, will make you feel like experimenting and trying new things. You will be easily bored with routine and it will be important you find a positive outlet for your wanderlust. Use this as an opportunity to break through relationship barriers and communicate with new people.

There is a wonderfully, heart centered, creative vibe coming your way this week. Use this energy to it’s fullest potential by getting to the heart of your feelings and expressing them through art or music. Create a special playlist that will motivate you and compel you to get moving.

This is the right time to make big ticket purchases, as lady luck will be with you in finding the best deals and giving you better haggling power. Look into making investments or starting a savings account now, as well. You will have the opportunity to reach goals and set up future lucrative projects now. It’s time to enjoy the spotlight and be more expressive about your ideas and interpretations of the world around you. Choose outlets that can be a positive influence on people, as you will be blessed with a strong intuitive sense about what motivates or stimulates a larger audience.

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OBITUARIES parents; and sister Cleo Wahll. Services and interment were private. For more information visit www. ToyntonFuneralHome.com or call the funeral home at 262-275-2171.

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ete Douglas Daley was born August 23, 1954 in Pontiac, Michigan, to Herbert L. and Blanche W. (Frear) Daley. He passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2020 at his home in Walworth. In his early life, Pete lived in the West Bloomfield MI area, before moving to New Buffalo MI, where he attended New Buffalo High School. After high school, he moved to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, where his love of motorcycling led him to become a local officer for A Brotherhood Associated Toward Education (A.B.A.T.E.), a national motorcycling organization. Pete worked for many years at Bergamot Brassworks in Delavan, and VIP Services in Elkhorn, and retired to live a modest life in Walworth. Pete is survived by his sister Adrienne Daley; brother Brian (Pamela) Daley; nieces Maegin Walker, Aubrey Hockemeyer; nephews Jeremy Dehen and Aaron Brekke; as well as many cousins. He was preceded in death by his

Jerry Ivan Morris

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erry Ivan Morris, 75, of Three Oaks, died peacefully Sunday, February 28, 2021 in the West Woods of Bridgman. His life began July 21, 1945 in Truman, Arkansas to Rayford and Irene Spaulding. Shortly after he was born, his parents moved to Three Oaks, Michigan, where Jerry and his seven siblings grew up. After graduation in 1965, he joined the Army, serving as a sharpshooter in the A Company 3rd BN 37th Armor Division. He also served as an 11E20 Armor Crewman. After serving his country, Jerry moved to Birmingham, Alabama where he met and married Patricia Lovell and adopted her daughter, Melanie. Along with Melanie, they

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had three children, Keith, Barry and Kimberly. Jerry was a long-haul truck driver for many years. He enjoyed traveling and seeing many places, but his favorite place to be was at home, watching Star Trek. Jerry will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-two years, Patricia Morris of Three Oaks; children, Melanie (Todd) Payne of Three Oaks, Keith (Kathy Shelton) Morris of Moulton, Alabama, Barry Morris of Jacksonville, Florida, Kimberly Lambert of Decatur, Alabama; twelve grandchildren; five great grandchildren; siblings, Mike (Diane) Spaulding of Omaha, Nebraska, Connie (Dan) Cyphert of Niles, Bonnie (Howard) Herrygers of Muskegon; and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; stepfather, Ace Papetillo; siblings, Fred Spaulding, Charlotte Burbridge, Kenny Spaulding, William “Pete” Spaulding. Family and friends will gather for a memorial service at a later date and time, to be announced. The family prefers contributions Jerry’s memory be made to the Randall Couchman American Legion Post #204, 204 West Linden Street, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks. Please share a memory or a message online at www. wagnercares.com.

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ART ATTACK 2021 POSTPONED UNTIL 2022

rt Attack 2021 has been postponed until April 29, 30 and May 1, it was announced on the official Facebook Art Attack page last week. “Please save this date for the best Art Attack ever,” the Facebook post read. Last spring, what would’ve been the 27th annual Art Attack was also postponed due to the statewide lockdown resulting from the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The annual weekend art celebration that celebrates “All That is Art” features receptions at local art galleries, artists’ workshops, and artists’ demonstrations and exhibitions. The event is organized by Rita and Jennifer Cochran, who’ve co-own The Local Color Gallery, located at 16187 Red Arrow Hwy. in Union Pier, since the 1980s. More information on the gallery can be found at www.localcolorartgallery.com. The original Art Attack was held in the dead of winter, in the middle of February. Eventually, it found a place in the heart of Harbor Country’s springtime, at the end of April. For more updates, art lovers can follow Art Attack on Facebook. — STAFF REPORTS

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he Junior Membership offers the Helen Pouch Classroom grants for any teacher with a committed classroom project needing funds. $500 grants are now available with a submission deadline of April 12. March 21 is the date set for the Chapter’s DAR Good Citizen Essay Scholarship reception honoring 2020/2021 winners from local high school seniors. The Chapter will also recognize their Community Service, Historic Preservation, Outstanding Women in History winners for 2020. “That’s My Pan!” fundraiser will kick off starting March 1st for orders. Funds to benefit Chapter activities involving veteran’s and current service persons, community classrooms, and student essay contests. Visit www.thatsmypan.biz/ rebeccadeweychptr to place your order. Contact rebecca.deweyto@gmail.com or 269635-7601 for questions and enquiries. National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is a non-profit women’s service organization. — STAFF

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Lubeznik Center for the Arts, Leeds Public House join forces through Leed’s Project Heart Initiative

ubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) is proud to announce its participation in Leeds Public House monthly Project Heart Initiative. Shining a light on the importance of art and its impact on the community, Leeds Public House is honoring LCA by creating a “Libations for Donations” specialty cocktail called Midnight Moon Bath. Fifty percent of the proceeds from the sales of this dreamy cocktail will be donated to LCA in support of its mission to integrate art, education, and community through compelling, world-class art exhibitions and interactive programs for all ages. “Lubeznik Center for the Arts believes art is for everyone,” said Dee Cook, LCA’s marketing director, in a joint statement, adding: “We’re proud to be highlighted in Leeds’s Project Heart Initiative this month and grateful, in turn, to LCA’s generous community partners and foundations like Duneland Health Council, Healthcare Foundation of La Porte, The Dolly Fund and the Unity Foundation of La Porte County that provide scholarships to students of all ages, including those with limited abilities at no cost.” Owner of Leeds Public House, Denise Burns said that “art colors our world in so many ways, and the beauty of integrating art and culture unifies people, giving them

the opportunity to share experiences that inspire imagination and innovation. Lubeznik Center for the Arts embodies this community spirit.” “LCA continues to adhere to strict Covid-19 guidelines,” Janet Bloch, executive director, said. “Despite our many challenges in 2020, the pandemic brought out the best in LCA’s staff. Our ability to reimagine and re-strategize our approach to engagement at every level has allowed us to perfect online learning, and take a more comprehensive approach to our exhibitions by giving small, group tours that allow for indepth conversations, and opportunities for everyone to share in spontaneous feedback and stimulating discussions.” “We’re grateful for the generosity of Leeds Public House,” Bloch added. “I hope everyone will go try a Midnight Moon Bath in March!” For up-to-date details about LCA’s Covid-19 measures, please visit www. lubeznikcenter.org. If you would like to set up a small group tour for LCA’s current exhibition, “Lost and Looking,” contact Janet Bloch at (219) 874-4900 Ext. 201 For anyone who would like to support or become a member of Lubeznik Center for the Arts, please visit www. lubeznikcenter.org. — STAFF REPORTS

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