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Thursday, March 16, 2017

Biedler Trust property addressed at Chikaming meeting PAGE 4 Phase 1 on schedule; East Mechanic, Barton Streets reconstruction underway PAGE 5

Cahill performs, joined by Harbor Country Singers PAGE 6 Zoning Board grants Redamak’s expansion PAGE6

NBMS highlights at Board of Education meeting PAGE 7

Bison fall in districts to Brandywine PAGE 8

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Corned Beef-off a delicious success; Chikaming Open Lands Benefits PAGE 11

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ST. PATRICK’S DAY STARTED WITH A BANG THIS WEEKEND IN MAC BUFFALO! It seemed like everyone in Harbor Country was Irish. David’s is always a destination for the Corned Beefoff. It grows every year, and this year was no exception. I finally had the pleasure of seeing Bill McCollum in his official Irish kilt with all the accessories. (See page11.) I think he will be wearing it throughout the week, since St. Patrick’s day is not until Friday— so keep an eye out for a handsome Irishman donning his family crest and full Irish gear. I am impressed with the communication that the City, along with Abonmarche and the DDA, is providing to New Buffalo residents with regards to the North Whittaker Street Redevelopment project’s phase one. On Wednesday, there will be a public meeting to answer questions and update everyone. While New Buffalo Times will hit the shelves on Thursday (as usual), for all of you who get our paper digitally, this is a reminder for you to join in this meeting. New Buffalo Times will report on the meeting

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in next week’s paper (which will take place at City Hall Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.). In order to promote communication to the public, the City will hold weekly tailgate meetings on Fridays at 9 a.m. at City Hall to keep you informed on the following week’s activities. The meetings started last week and will continue throughout the project. One more reminder for your calendar is the Spring Fling that benefits homeless animals and is hosted by the Michiana Humane Society. This year, it will be held at the Pottawattomie Country Club. This is always a very impressive event, one that Harbor Country, Michiana and Michigan City so generously come out to support. Michiana Humane Society has been champions to our BFFs (our Beautiful Furry Friends). Seats are limited! You can get more information at www. michianahumanesociety.org. Thank you, Michiana Humane Society, for everything you do. May we all enjoy the luck of the Irish! dee dee duhn

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hake off the winter blahs and join the New Buffalo Lions Club in celebrating their 75th year with dinner and dancing at a Diamond Jubilee Celebration Saturday, April 29, at the Grand Beach Clubhouse. Doors open for cocktails at the cash bar at 5 p.m. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and The Pavements will perform from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Since 1942, the Lions have been serving New Buffalo with its Vision Fund, several community events and fundraisers for local causes; however, the anniversary dinner is strictly a social occasion. Cost is $50 per person, which includes dinner and entertainment, and space is limited. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Susan Giglio at 517-862-6571 or sgiglio2016@yahoo.com.

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Biedler Trust property addressed at Chikaming meeting

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t their Thursday, March 9 meeting, Chikaming Township Board members approved a motion authorizing the Park Board to proceed with a petition to the Michigan Department of Environmental Equality (MDEQ) regarding their decision to issue permits to a property owner to build on a property within the Township. In October 2015, residents voiced their concerns at an MDEQ public hearing over a proposed large home and auxiliary structures being developed on a property located in the 1300 block of Cherry Beach Road in Lakeside, Michigan. Last week, MDEQ permits were issued to the property’s owner, Reed Beidler of The Beidler Trust, allowing him to move forward in building the structure. Park Board Chair EnRico Heirman said they’ve taken the issue “very seriously,” and that they’ve been discussing ways to possibly deter Biedler from building on that particular property. Having the Board authorize the petition, he said, would allow them to “buy them some time” with regards to the structure being built. He said they’ve come up with “six issues of serious concern,” such as the destruction of trees that would take place should construction commence. Heirman emphasized that they were striving to approach the issue from a “nonadversarial” standpoint. Township Supervisor David Bunte questioned the stance that they were being “non-adversarial,” claiming that appealing permits Biedler had just been given to build on his property would show some sign of “contention.” Heirman said he recognized that the property did belong to Biedler, and that ultimately, he had every right to build on it should he choose to do so. Also at the meeting, Board members approved a request for a resolution that would authorize Clerk Paula Dudiak to establish an Election Day Absent Voter Counting Board for future elections. Board members approved a request to amend the 2016-2017 Township Budget increase of $200,000 from the Fund Balance to General Administration Department due to increased expenses, as well as a request to amend the Budget increase of $10,000 from the Fund Balance to General Administration Department. Board members approved a request to amend the Budget increase of $30,000 from the Public Safety Fund to the First Responders Department. A motion to apply for three Pokagon Fund grants for the following reasons was approved: Township Recycling in the amount of $33,000, library funding in the amount of $30,000 and to help pay for the Celebrate Chikaming event scheduled to take place July 22 in the amount of $3,000. Also at the meeting, Police Chief Todd Taylor gave a 2016 update on crime statistics within Chikaming Township. According to Taylor, they saw an increase in crimes, which was up by 40 instances from 2015, for a total of 75 index crimes. In 2016, there were a total of 194 non index crimes, an increase of 16 instances from 2015. Taylor said the department saw an increase in drug activity in 2016, as they handled 28 drug offenses. In particular, he said they saw an increase in heroin overdoses, which resulted in three deaths. In addition, the department also handled about 28 alarms in 2016, as well as 181 suspicious situations. With regards to verbal warnings, he said their staff issued 1,357 warnings as well as issued 515 tickets, a decrease from 541 tickets in 2015. Also with regards to traffic, Taylor said they had no fatalities throughout 2016; however, they did have 38 private property crashes and 150 property crashes. Overall, they handled 200 traffic crashes in 2016. said their staff arrested 145 people in 2016, which was up from 128 people DailyinTaylor 2015, which he said was a surefire sign that the staff was out there and “doing their jobs.” Beach patrol was down from 2015, as he said that they only put in 83 hours on the beach due to losing their beach patrol person. He said he’s experienced some difficulty finding a new person for the 30-hour position, and that he may have to ask his part-time staff to step up and do some overtime. Taylor said he was pleased at how hard the Chikaming Township Police Department worked to “keep the Township safe.” “The crime is low and remains low – we’re out there assisting the public,” he said. In other department news, Taylor said they received a grant in 2016 in the amount of $15,000 to replace their portable radios. He said that residents within the Township, Mr. Berlin and his wife, gave them the grant, and thanked them for their “generosity.” A lunch buddy program has also recently been implemented, which involves Taylor meeting with a student who is having difficulties during lunch. Taylor added that he also meets with middle/high school students who are also experiencing problems in school once a month to discuss goal-setting. Taylor gave a “highest productivity” award to David Duis, who wrote 240 tickets and stopped 431 cars, and rewarded a “highest reserve officer” award to reserve officer Marty Sexton, who put in 156 hours of volunteer work. Taylor reminded everyone that reserve officers are strictly volunteers. Last year, reserve officers put in 568 volunteer hours to the Township. Taylor gave an award to administrative assistant/reserve officer Melissa Flick, who he said “goes above and beyond when tackling the work load.” Board members approved hiring Cody Fischer as a part-time police officer.

Planning Commission plans ahead for Master Plan As the City moves forward with redevelopment in the downtown, members of the New Buffalo Planning Commission have begun looking into ways to prepare for future changes, with the Planning for Resilient Michigan Program being one possible way. Harry Burkholder, Executive Director of the Land Information Access Association, gave a presentation to the Planning Commission during their Tuesday, March 7 meeting. PRMP, he said, is a not-for-profit program that provides municipalities with resources to develop a Master Plan that prepares for economic, social, environmental and climate challenges that may occur in the future. Grand Haven, Holland and St. Joseph have all used the program. Burkholder said two communities are selected for the competitive grant program each year and the organization is looking to have applications accepted within the next month. Planning Commissioners agreed that it would benefit the City to have help updating its Master Plan. Several mentioned areas they felt needed more attention. “I don’t think our lakefront and our waterways…have been significantly addressed,” Commissioner Sharyn O’Mara said. Noting the City’s large number of second homeowners, Commissioner Pat Fisher said he would like to see a plan on how the City would manage if those property owners left. Burkholder said LIAA could review the City’s current plans to make suggestions. The Commission agreed to set a training session for Thursday, April 6. — THERESE DONNELLY

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Phase 1 on Schedule

EAST MECHANIC STREET & BARTON STREET RECONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY

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espite an overnight snowfall on Sunday, March 12, crews from Payjay Construction continued the reconstruction work on Monday, March 13. The crews were busy all day installing storm sewer pipes on East Mechanic Street for Phase 1 of the Whittaker Street Redevelopment Project. The construction project started ahead of schedule, on Feb. 27, due to mild weather conditions in New Buffalo this season, and continues to be going on schedule according to reports from the project engineer, Abonmarche. Throughout the first week of construction the crews focused on the street and sanitary sewer, storm sewer and the water main on East Mechanic Street and on North Barton Street. In addition to Payjay Construction Company, SEMCO Gas Company is also installing new underground gas lines throughout the project. Roadways, sidewalks and parking improvements will also be constructed throughout the project before its completion. During week two, the crews are continuing to install a new sanitary main along Mechanic between Townsend and Whittaker Streets. As of Friday, March 2, crews from SEMCO had installed a new gas main from Townsend to just east of Whittaker Street and they will soon be installing a new main west of Whittaker Street. On Monday, March 6, the crews were working on gas line replacement on the west side North Barton Street, where all of the sidewalks had been removed, the gas lines will continue to be installed on North Barton and West Mechanic Streets during the week of March 13. During the first week of the project all of the trees along the North Barton Street right-of-way were removed to make room for the installation of a wider street, sidewalk replacement, a new parking lot and underground infrastructure work. Many of the maple trees and evergreens removed were old growth trees that will be replaced with new specimen trees. Crews are continuing, this week, on work to install a new sanitary main and manhole between Thompson and Whittaker Streets. SEMCO will be working on replacing gas line mains west of Whittaker Street the weeks of March 6 and March 13. On Wednesday, March 15 from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m., the City and Abonmarche, the project engineers, held a public open house to discuss the project with residence. Abonmarche holds a tailgate meeting at City Hall, every Friday from 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. to promote communications with the public. During the meetings the public will be updated on the progress of the Phase 1 Reconstruction Project. These meetings are meant to keep those along the construction route, who are directly affected by the construction activity, updated on a weekly basis. Everyone is welcome to attend the meetings. Abonmarche and the City are working closely with the construction crews to minimize any inconvenience to the public, residents and businesses during the project. The North Whittaker Street Redevelopment Phase I is the beginning of a $4 million investment project in New Buffalo’s downtown; planning for the project has been overseen by the City staff, the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and Abonmarche and Associates. Planning for the redevelopment has been underway for the past 14 years. This project was made possible, in part, due to a generous $1.6 million grant from The Pokagon Fund. Phase 1 of the project is scheduled to be substantially completed by May 23, 2017. For more information on the North Whittaker Street Redevelopment visit cityofnewbuffalo.org and click on City Projects.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2017 Cindy Berg Dryden and the Harbor Country Singers perform with Emmet Cahill at the Acorn Theater

Cahill performs, joined by Harbor Country Singers

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here was a full house when the Acorn Theater presented a program with Irish singing sensation Emmet Cahill Sunday, March 5. After the concert, many felt a spiritual connection and guests went home scintillated. Sandra Thompson, Executive Director of the Acorn, said the night before that they had booked the “extremely handsome” Irish tenor sensation who had been rocking the music world with his unbelievable voice and movie star looks. He just recorded his first CD, Emmet Cahill’s Ireland, which has already gone viral—going number one on Amazon, I-Tunes and world music charts. Sunday night seemed almost ethereal, and when he stopped singing between songs, the theater was dead quiet. The audience stayed in their seats, witnessing a star being born. Cahill’s magnificent voice and incredible range left no room for criticism. His opening song, “This is the Moment, which was accompanied by the concert pianist and music director for Celtic Thunder Seamus Brett, left the crowd breathless. His repertoire included a few Irish songs, such as “Wild Mountain Thyme,” “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling,” and “ O Danny Boy.” He also sang the greatest song from Phantom of the Opera, “Echoes of the Night,” and the stirring “How Great Thou Art,” amongst other classics. A marvelous arrangement was made for the Harbor Country Singers, which was led by another compelling person, Cindy Berg Dryden, the directoress of the chorale, to perform onstage with the star. Cahill halted his solo performance by introducing Dryden and the Harbor Country Singers, who would perform their arrangement of “The Seal Lullaby” by Eric Whitacre. Dryden’s newest ensembles are extraordinary. She sang background for Cahill, which was beautiful like the rest of the exceptional afternoon. It ended with guests standing in line interminably to purchase Cahill’s newly released, autographed CD, with a photo with Cahill and the starry-eyed guest. It was quite an evening. Don’t miss the next Emmet Cahill booking, especially if the Harbor Country Singers are singing as well. It was all magic.

Zoning Board grants Redamak’s expansion

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to keeping children enclosed and away from the he City of New Buffalo Zoning Board of traffic. Appeals held a public hearing and special meeting Thursday, March 9, to hear a At the recommendation of the Zoning Administrator request made by Chuck Maroney, owner and with agreement from the Zoning Board members, of Redamak’s, to add an addition to the all agreed on the fact that the south side enclosure existing restaurant building. did not need the ZBA consideration because it exists The applicant desires to renovate portions inside within the building footprint and will not increase the the existing restaurant, enclose the existing covered existing nonconformity. However, they stated that the walkway on the south side and add a small addition proposed west side addition of eight feet wide and 52.5 along the west side of the building, including feet long did require a variance to allow a 25-foot front extending and enclosing the existing covered yard setback reduction. walkway on the southwest corner. The proposed The Zoning Administrator stated, “Upon review addition will enclose the existing covered walkway on of the application, validation of the facts reported, the south side of the building and eight feet along the site inspection and evaluation of each of the criteria west side, up to the existing covered walkway on the required for review and noted in this staff report, it south side. is the recommendation of the Zoning Administrator The proposed addition will allow for a new to approve a 25.00 foot front yard set-back reduction customer entry and a new enclosed waiting area. A to allow for construction of an addition, 8 foot wide portion of the proposed addition will result in a fiveby 52.5 foot long, on the west side of the Redamak foot building setback along U.S. 12, Buffalo Street. Restaurant.” The existing building currently encroaches 14.98 The members also agreed with the Zoning feet into the required 30-foot front-yard building Administrator and stated that the 420 square foot setback along Buffalo Street. To allow for the building addition would not addition, the applicant is substantially alter the requesting a variance to character of the 10,877 allow a building addition square foot building, with five-foot front yard which occupies 3.28 acres setback. or 142,915.80 square feet The Board heard from of property. neighbors who opposed the project, citing safety ollowing a concerns. Those opposed motion made by to the addition on the Redamak’s desires to renovate ZBA member south side of the building portions inside the existing Arlene Pokuta, stated that enclosing the restaurant, enclose the existing the board covered area, which is covered walkway on the south side voted unanimously to already a non-conforming and add a small addition along the approve the project based use, would limit visibility west side of the building, including on a number of reasons along U.S. 12, Buffalo extending and enclosing the existing presented in a motion Street. They also voiced covered walkway on the southwest by member Pokuta. She corner. The proposed addition safety concerns with the stated the following, in will enclose the existing covered amount of traffic entering her motion to approve the walkway on the south side of the and exiting the property, request: building and eight feet along the turning off and onto U.S. The variance will not west side, up to the existing covered 12, Buffalo Street. Over change the essential walkway on the south side. the years, there have been character of the area. The numerous accidents near variance will not change the intersection of U.S. 12 and Bronson and the west the use of the property. The variance will not have an side entrance to Redamak’s parking area. adverse impact on adjoining, neighboring properties Zoning Administrator David Richards presented or negatively affect their welfare. that City’s findings, including a report from the Police The proposed enlargement and alteration is not Chief and Fire Chief, which supported the proposed contrary to the City’s general development plan. The addition and front enclosure. Zoning Chair Liz variance will not impair the intent and purpose of the Vaughan stated that the City Zoning Board does not City of New Buffalo’s Zoning Ordinance. have the authority to regulate traffic activity on U.S. Regarding the “line of site” on U.S. 12, the Zoning 12, which is a state highway and under the control Administrator’s report stated: “The potential for of MDOT. Although many of the Zoning Board impairment of the ‘line of site’ for vehicles exiting members agreed with the traffic concerns, they also the west parking lot has been investigated, discussed supported the chair’s comment that they could not and dismissed. In any event, the City’s regulations dictate traffic patterns along the highway. for matters of ‘line of site’ in this situation are not John Spaulding of Spaulding Design Group addressed in the Zoning Ordinance and any action by in Mishawaka, Indiana, who was representing the City in this regard would be arguable.” Redamak’s, pointed out that the enclosure on the The building conditions recommended are: “With south side of the building along U.S. 12 was not the exception of the front yard setback encroachment, increasing the footprint of the already covered all other requirements of the Zoning Ordinance, as a walkway. By enclosing the walkway, he said that well as relevant construction codes, shall be adhered the people and children waiting along the highway to including height limitations, size of accessory would be inside the building, rather than outside, structures and side set-backs.” which he felt currently held more risk. He stated that Also present at the hearing was a representative children waiting to enter the busy restaurant often from the firm of Danch, Harner and Associates, took to playing and rolling down the embankment representing Redamak’s. toward the highway, which he felt was a serious The subject property is located at 616 East safety concern. He said the enclosed area would keep Buffalo Street in New Buffalo, and the property everyone inside away from the highway traffic and Tax Code Number is 11-62-1150-0017-01-3. The enhance pedestrian safety. Zoning Board members agreed with both the Zoning Ordinance is available online at www. designer and the Zoning Administrator with regards cityofnewbuffalo.org and at City Hall.

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s a follow-up to the presentation they had received earlier in the year regarding New Buffalo Middle School, New Buffalo Area School Board of Education members heard a brief, mid-year update on middle school happenings at their board meeting Monday, March 13. Middle school students Camille Czech, Isabella Nortorangelo and Logan Kishta were at the meeting with their handmade relief maps, which included summaries from chapters in the book, Far North, by Will Hobbs. The students had labeled locations on the maps and included the summaries by attaching what they called QR Codes. They were able to record their own voices using a program called Voice Threads. After recording their voices, they then attached a QR Code to a Voice Thread, allowing others to listen to the summaries via their maps. In addition, it was announced that Czech had won an award for her writing. Before Christmas, the Michigan Reading Association had done their yearly search for authors to publish in a book entitled Kaleidoscope. Each district can have one author representing them; in 2016, Czech was the author representing NBAS. As a result of her writing, Czech was honored at an annual conference last weekend, during which her parents were treated to lunch and Czech was given a medal, as well as had the chance to listen to a published author. Middle School Principal Wayne Butler mentioned that they had started their third trimester that day, and that students were currently preparing for their MEAP tests. In preparation for the tests, he said, students had been given a writing prompt and had written letters to who they called the “MEAP test lady,” which they had hung up in the middle school hallways. “Lots of fun things going on,” Butler said of the middle school activities. Leslie credited the students for their ingenuity in their work, saying he’s always impressed when he wanders the hallway and sees the creativity on display there. “Being able to actually hear the students’ voices – I’ve never seen that before,” said Leslie. In other business, board members approved a co-operative tennis program (boys), grades 9-12, with Bridgman Public Schools, beginning July 1. As explained by Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Leslie, they decided to “join forces” with Bridgman as a result of the number of students playing on each respective school’s tennis team. According to Leslie, New Buffalo recently had six players on their team, and Bridgman also had six. Since 12 players are needed to make a full team, he said it would make sense to combine the two teams. At the end of the meeting, Board members convened into Closed Session per Section 8 (h) of the Open Meetings Act to consider disciplining a student.

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BISON FINISH STRONG, BEAT MENDON 66-55

he Varsity Boys basketball team concluded their regular season with a strong win, topping Mendon 66-55 on Friday, February 24, 2017. The Bison led all four quarters, though only held a one point edge at the half. However, they came storming out in the third quarter and put up 23 points to secure the lead for good. Leading the Bison scoring was Julian Hymes who put up 25. The Junior played a strong all-around game and was a big factor in securing the win. Gaige Rice tossed in 13 points, Seth Margaritis had 11, Ryan Butler scored 8, Creo Brewster had 7 and Sotiri Margaritis scored 2.

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COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

’m not sure about you, but my feelings about college football in the state of Florida have always been kind of negative. Miami, Florida, and Florida State’s teams often seemed to have players who weren’t the best of sports. The teams were very good, but seemed thuggish, and their aggressive, in-your-face attitudes were just too much for this old-school guy. Of course, I never checked to see if my feelings were correct, I just assumed they were. Many of you know what happens when you assume. Travis Rudolph was the leading wide receiver for Florida State University this past season. After his junior season in 2016, Rudolph decided to enter the National Football League draft. While he probably won’t be selected in the first couple of rounds, he is expected to be drafted in the middle rounds by some NFL franchise. No matter who else my team, the Chicago Bears, selects, I will consider their draft a huge success if they draft this young man. Rudolph is a talented wide receiver, and the Bears need quality wide receivers. Rudolph, however, is so much more than just a wide receiver. Prior to the 2016 season, Rudolph and some of his teammates visited a middle school and at lunchtime, he noticed a boy sitting alone at a table, eating his lunch by himself. You see, Bo Paske has autism, and unfortunately often eats lunch alone. But this day, Rudolph wasn’t going to let that happen. Rudolph joined Bo and someone took a photo. When Bo’s mom, Leah, saw the pic, she posted a letter to Facebook, sharing her joy, and it went viral. Rudolph said he had a good time with Bo, adding that the kid was “cool.” He offered his cell phone number to Bo if he wanted to talk again. This is exactly the type of random act of kindness that I love to see. Rudolph wasn’t trying to draw attention to himself; he was simply being kind. Some athletes bristle at being called role models. Some are like moths and whenever a camera is around, they show up. Some seem to dislike the media intensely, and prevent their fans from knowing anything about them. Some are just not good people. But I expect many are like Travis Rudolph kindhearted people who happen to be athletes. After his act of kindness was captured in a photograph, his life didn’t change very much, but Bo Paske and his family’s certainly did. The local television station ran a story and the next thing you know, Bo is a television star, and everyone wants to sit at his table for lunch. Bo also got to watch a FSU Game from the sidelines. Bo’s mom has her heart filled with joy for her sweet boy, and I am no longer a hater of south Florida’s football teams. If Rudolph becomes a Bear, he will immediately become my favorite, and if he plays for another team, I’ll root for him anyway. You’re a good man, Travis Rudolph. Abraham Lincoln said, “No man stands so tall as when he stoops to help a child.” Be careful out there. Make good choices. Keep smiling. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

Gaige and Seth Brandywine District Game

Bison fall in districts to Brandywine

he Bison faced a tough challenge playing Brandywine in the Class C district opener at Bridgman Monday, March 6. The Bobcats entered with an 18-2 record and were the conference champs in their BCS division. The Bison would need to play a strong game and wish for a little luck to knock off Brandywine. The first quarter was a close one, and Brandywine was up 9-8 at the end. However, the Bobcats went on a run in the second and outscored the Bison to lead 25-12 at the half. From then on, the closest New Buffalo could get was to pull within five with a few minutes to go. The final score ended up Brandywine 57, New Buffalo 44. It was an unfortunate loss, one that saw New Buffalo exiting the district tournament much earlier than they had hoped. Ryan Butler played a strong game, and ended with a double-double, 10 points and 12 rebounds. Tied for high score with him was Seth Margaritis. Also scoring for the Bison were Creo Brewster with eight, Julian Hymes with five, Garrett Mullen and Gaige Rice scoring four each, Nigel Durham with two and Sotiri Margaritis with one point. It was the last game for the five seniors on the team and very bittersweet. Thanks to Brewster, Rice, Durham, Patrick, and Sotiri Margaritis for a great season. The Bison end with a 12-9 record and in second place in the BCS blue division. They return three starters next year and hope for another great season. — NEW BUFFALO TIMES SPORTS, PHOTOS BY ELIZABETH RAMSEY

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THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2017

Call for artists deadline extended

ow in its 36th year, Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) Lubeznik Art & Artisan Festival attracts thousands of shoppers and art enthusiasts to Michigan City’s North End. Held on the third weekend in August, this festival features contemporary art, artist activations, beer and wine, and food. It draws repeat visitors from Chicago, South Bend and Northwest Indiana, as well as Michigan’s nearby Harbor Country communities. The festival, which was presented off-site for many years, is now held on the LCA grounds to immerse festival-goers in the LCA experience and to help visitors connect with our mission more effectively. Proceeds from the festival are invested back into the Michigan City community through artistic and educational programs LCA provides annually. 65-100 exhibitors will be selected and $3000 in cash prizes will be awarded. Jurors will be Doug Stapleton and Frank Connet. Mr. Stapleton is the associate Curator of the Illinois State Museum Chicago Gallery and a professional artist. Mr. Connet is a professional artist, teacher and owner of Textile Restoration Inc. in Chicago. The application deadline, originally on March 10, has been extended to March 24, 2017. — STAFF REPORTS

Shadow Show anthology to air

he late Vincent Price is being exhumed for a new television horror anthology, “Shadow Show,” based on the Bram Stoker award-winning literary anthology and IDW comic book series. Rights to Vincent’s likeness have been optioned from the Vincent Price Estate by series executive producers Joel Eisenberg and Steve Hillard of Mirkwood Partners, LLC (“The Chronicles of Ara,” “Then Again with Herbie J Pilato”). Victoria Price, Vincent’s daughter, and Emmy-winning actor Joe Pantoliano (“The Sopranos”) round out the executive producing team. “The Vincent Price Family Legacy is thrilled to be working with the Shadow Show team to further the iconic Vincent Price legacy in the 21st century,” said Victoria Price. In 2009, Sam Weller and Mort Castle created an anthology in tribute to Ray Bradbury. Published in 2012 in a collector’s edition by Gauntlet Press/Borderlands Press and as a trade paperback by William Morrow, the anthology’s contributor list was notable, and called a “literary Hall of Fame” by Wired Magazine. Writers Neil Gaiman, Harlan Ellison, Joe Hill, Jay Bonansinga, Alice Hoffman, Audrey Niffenegger, Dave Eggers, and others contributed to the popular volume. The book garnered rave reviews from critics and a diverse list of media personalities including Stan Lee, Hugh Hefner, Joyce Carol Oates and former First Lady Laura Bush, ultimately winning the Horror Writers Association’s Bram Stoker Award® for “Superior Achievement in an Anthology.” “Shadow Show” has been reprinted worldwide. The audiobook from Harper Audio was narrated by F. Murray Abraham, Neil Gaiman, Kate Mulgrew and George Takei. In 2014, IDW Publishing launched a monthly comics version of the anthology, which also sold well. “For television, we wanted to delve deeper into the horror genre for a new iteration of ‘Shadow Show,’ while still adapting some of our original stories. I discussed this with my producer-partners in 4Maple Productions - TV and film veterans Dave Moll, Dennis O’Connor and Mark Valadez (writer on “Gang Related” and “Ice”) – and we all agreed we needed an emcee,” said Mort Castle. “The literary works were dedicated to Bradbury; our television version would be dedicated to a horror icon. Victoria Price came onboard and her urbane and iconic dad became not only our inspiration, but our new Rod Serling,” added Castle. “We plan on working with Victoria to utilize her dad’s likeness within several unique formats: voice-only, 2-D animation, 3-D animation … we hope to honor the spirit of Mr. Price to add subtext to the stories, many of which will be morality plays,” said Eisenberg. The new version of “Shadow Show” will be pitched to networks beginning midMarch. — STAFF REPORTS

STABENOW SPEAKS ON POSSIBLE EPA CUTS

.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), Co-Chair of the Great Lakes Task Force, released a statement in response to leaked reports that President Trump’s Environmental Protection Agency will request a 97 percent cut in funding for the bipartisan Great Lakes Restoration Initiative: “It is outrageous that just days after delaying a critical plan to stop Asian carp, it appears that President Trump’s budget is calling for a 97 percent cut in funding for the bipartisan Great Lakes Restoration Initiative. This initiative has been critical to cleaning up our Great Lakes and waterways, restoring fish and wildlife habitats, and fighting invasive species, like Asian carp. Our Great Lakes are part of our DNA and an important driver of our economy in Michigan and I call on President Trump to reverse course on these harmful decisions.” The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, which Senator Stabenow championed and helped launch in 2010, accelerates efforts to protect and restore the Great Lakes by providing grants to clean up contaminated areas, prevent and control invasive species, address harmful algae blooms, and restore habitat to protect native species. — STAFF REPORTS

BERRIEN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES PROCESS FOR STEPHEN E. UPTON LOVE YOUR COMMUNITY GRANT

n 2016, the Berrien Community Foundation announced a generous gift from Steve Upton that would allow the foundation to provide a grant of $50,000 each year to an outstanding non-profit organization serving Berrien County. BCF urges non-profit organizations to begin thinking about the project or program they think will best demonstrate how they love the community. “This is a wonderful opportunity for our local non-profits to think about what they are currently doing and what they could accomplish with extra assistance to improve lives in Berrien County,” said BCF President Lisa Cripps-Downey. “While the initial deadline is a few months away, it is important for the planning process to start now.” Winning projects will: • Address a crucial community need • Make a positive impact in the lives of Berrien County residents • Demonstrate the ability to be sustainable when funding is concluded • Demonstrate collaboration There is a two-step application process, Cripps-Downey explained. By June 1, agencies should submit a brief letter of intent with a project overview. Organizations selected to move on to the second step would be asked to submit a full grant application by Aug. 15. The winning program will be announced at the Berrien Community Foundation Annual Meeting Sept. 20, at the Heritage Museum & Cultural Center. For a complete list of instructions to apply, visit the Berrien Community Foundation website at www.berriencommunity.org/lovecommunity. — STAFF REPORTS

UNDERSTANDING SOIL PRESENTATION

he Berrien Conservation District is hosting a free informational seminar on soil Friday, March 24, from 8:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Bertrand Crossing LMC campus, which is located at 1905 Foundation Drive in Niles, Michigan. Speaker Ray Smith, along with Keith Morris, will present Understanding Soil: Life, Fertilizer, and its Energy Potential. Attendees will learn how fertilizer affects soil/plant physiology and the biological effects of soil energy. Attendees are welcome to bring in results from a soil sample to learn what the results are really saying. This is an in-depth study of soil life. Reservations are required and a box lunch is included. For questions or to reserve your seat, please call the Berrien Conservation District at 269471-9111, ext. 3. Space is limited. — STAFF REPORTS

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LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra to benefit from give-back dinner

LINDA HENDERSON IN NEW BUFFALO

he LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra will benefit from this month’s Bentwood Tavern give-back dinner Wednesday, March 22. Hosted by the Marina Grand Resort, the dinner will help support the local symphony orchestra, who also supports New Buffalo during their annual Independence Day concert in Lions Park. The New Buffalo Business Association will also sponsor this year’s July 3 Independence Day concert in the park. For information on the LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra, visit www.lcso.net or contact Laura Cutler, executive director, at executive@lcso.net or 362-9020. On a designated evening throughout the winter, one area non-for-profit benefits from a monthly dinner when the Bentwood Tavern gives back 50 percent of all food and beverage revenue from the evening. The full menu of artisan comfort cuisine, crafted by chefs Jenny Drilon and Alberto Ilescas, is available for dining and the bar is always open for cocktails and mingling with friends. Managing Director Robert Kemper and his wife Collette started the give-back program in 2008 to help raise funds for a local school student trip to Washington, D.C. To-date, the Marina Grand Resort/Bentwood Tavern has donated over $90,000 through this program, to over 45 non-profit organizations and community initiatives throughout Southwest Michigan and Northwest Indiana. Reservations are always suggested. Please visit www.marinagrandresort.com or call 269-469-9900. The Bentwood Tavern is located in the Marina Grand Resort at 600 West Water Street in New Buffalo.

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DONATIONS HONOR COMMUNITY LEADER... arbor Country Public Arts Initiative (HCPAI) is pleased to announce that through generous donations from the Pokagon Fund, Chef Jackie Shen of Jackie’s Cafe, The Larry Bubb Endowment through the Berrien Community Foundation, and the many friends of Dan Donnelly, the funding required for the Dan Donnelly Memorial sculpture is now

secured. Dan’s wife Mary and the Donnelly children chose the sculpture entitled Effervescence by Jaci Willis. This summer, Effervescence will be installed in the sculpture garden along the Galien River southwest of the New Buffalo City beach. A longtime resident of New Buffalo, Dan’s life was devoted to helping others, including working with youth sports teams. As President of the New Buffalo Library Board, Dan played a key role in planning and building the New Buffalo library. Dan had an extraordinary impact on our area and we, at Harbor Country Public Arts Initiative, are honored to recognize someone who did so much for the community. By placing public art throughout Harbor Country, our goal is to enrich and beautify the area for the enjoyment of both those who live here and those who visit.

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NPLEx ASSISTS LAW ENFORCEMENT... aw enforcement officers all across the state of Michigan work hard and risk their lives each day to keep us safe. This includes the all-out effort to curb dangerous addictions to opioids and methamphetamine. Stated simply, opioid and meth abuse ruins lives. Fortunately, there is a database tool that can assist in the identification of those who are caught in the cycle of addiction related to meth use. The National Precursor Log Exchange (NPLEx) was established in Michigan law in 2012 and assists officers in identifying suspicious purchases of the allergy medication pseudoephedrine, which is sometimes used in the production of this dangerous drug. The NPLEx system has significantly reduced the amount of illegal purchases of cold and allergy medications and has lessened the amount of meth use in our state. In 2016, the number of cold and allergy medicine boxes sold in Michigan decreased by 2.5 percent (or 57,138 boxes) from 2015, and the number of boxes that were blocked from purchase by the NPLEx database increased by 11.5 percent (or 8,744 boxes). The next time you see any of our dedicated law enforcement officials, add this to the list of items to thank them for, as they are helping to keep our communities safe by decreasing the dependence on and abuse of meth. — JOHN PROOS, STATE SENATOR, 21ST DISTRICT

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The Chikaming Open Lands clan was well represented

The gangs all here

Corned Beef-off a delicious success CHIKAMING OPEN LANDS BENEFITS

T Diane Pyshos and Bill McCollum celebrate homeland style

Emma Brewster announces dinner winner

Oliver McNeil with Allie Nash

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asting a variety of corned beef and wearin’ of the green was the order of the day at David’s Deli Sunday, March 12, during their annual Corned Beefoff. Proprietors Emma Brewster and Joe Lindsay have packed the house for the last seven years for their festivities, and always for a good cause. This year, the beneficiary of the fundraiser was Chikaming Open Lands, an organization dedicated to preserving the land and environment in and around Harbor Country. With great anticipation and their mouths watering, guests sampled well over a dozen varieties of delicious corned beef brisket from across the country. David’s staff kept the three serving stations piled high with the delicious and unique beef brisket, and traditional sides of cabbage, boiled potatoes and hearty rye bread accompanied the feast. Guests were invited to sample an unlimited supply of the corned beef, while enjoying live Irish music provided by Ah Tu. Dan Lindsay and his side kick, Andy, were pouring stout and brews from Tapistry Brewery of Bridgman to accompany the meal. The brewery, which is located at 4236 Lake Street in Bridgman, brews locally and has a full tasting room, as well serves food, onsite. Joe and his staff prepared over 450 pounds of the brisket from 17 corned beef brisket purveyors, from New York to New Buffalo. After feasting on an unlimited amount of the delicious traditional St. Paddy’s Day meal, patrons cast their vote for their favorite flavor. The following purveyors represented their hometown flavors: Empire National, Brooklyn, New York; Thomas McMurphey’s, Northampton, Massachusetts;

Joe Lindsay serves it up hot

Grobbel’s and Sy Ginsberg of Detroit, Michigan; Little Town of Falmouth, Michigan; Virgil Deli Provisions of Bristol, Indiana; Manny’s, Vienna Beef, Old Fashion and Crown of Chicago, Illinois; R Whittingham’s of Alsip, Illinois; Burn ‘Em Brewery of Michigan City, Indiana and Tapistry Brewery of Bridgman, Michigan, and Local and Jamaican Geo’s of New Buffalo, Michigan. Following the afternoon of sampling and feasting, many patrons confessed to the need to go home and just nap. Two local purveyors were declared top choices this year. The winner of the 2017 beef-off was Local, owned by Ellie and Pat Mullins of New Buffalo. Taking second place honors was Tapistry Brewery of Bridgman and third place went to Empire National of Brooklyn, New York. Brewster said that all of the entrees received at least three votes and she felt they offered “a quality spread” this year. Guests munched on the beef throughout the day, with everyone saying that it was all so good it was hard to pick a favorite. Local is located at 424 East Buffalo Street in New Buffalo. Two raffles were conducted, with a corned beef dinner for 10 prepared in your home by Brewster and Lindsay being won by Rob Austin. An original painting of a Ruben sandwich by Matt Raney raised over $75 during open bidding for Chikaming Open Lands. On Tuesday afternoon and evening, the remainder of the corned beef was consumed at a second fundraiser held at Burn ‘Em Brewing in Michigan City. That fundraiser benefitted the American Civil Liberties Union. Burn ‘Em is located at 718 Freyer Road in Michigan City, Indiana.

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Kaylee Chapin Miss Watervliet Crowned Miss Blossomtime 2017 HUNTER ACKERMAN OF HARTFORD IS CROWNED MR. MISS BLOSSOMTIME 2017

aylee Chapin of Watervliet was crowned the 85th Miss Blossomtime Monday, March 13 in a pageant that showcased 24 area queens and 32 area young gentlemen representing Southwest Michigan communities. Miss Bridgman McKenna Smith was crowned First Runner Up, Miss Edwardsburg Katelyn Boyer was crowned Second Runner Up and Miss Congeniality honors went to Miss Lawrence Devin Gray. The 111th Blossomtime Showcase of Queens Pageant was held Sunday and Monday, March 12 and 13 at Lake Michigan College Mendel Center in Benton Harbor. This year’s theme was, “If it starts with a “B” it must be Blossomtime.” The contestants all got animated in dance routines and a video production and wowed the cheering crowd at each of the formal presentations. The contestants were also honored with other awards throughout the evening. Miss Bangor Lauren Kimbler won the Bob Braamse Community Service Award Scholarship in the amount of $1,000, Miss South Haven Carsen Boyd won the People’s Choice Award, Southwest Blossomtime Queens Sorority Award went to Miss Benton Harbor Jurnee Agfbowu and the Community Queens Legacy Award went to Miss Paw Paw Hannah Gibbs. On Sunday evening Miss Bridgman McKenna Smith received the 2017 most Photogenic Award. And Monday, she received a $500 scholarship for ad sales in excess of $1,000. Her name was drawn from a pool of 12 contestants who exceeded that sale mark. The 2017 Blossomtime royalty shared over $20,000 in scholarship money. The Outstanding Festival Volunteer Award went to Adam Smego and the Community Incentive Award for ticket sales went to Hartford. Long-time Coloma Community Chair Doreen Hess was honored by winning the Bea Herman Chairman Award. In accepting the crown, a tearful Miss Blossomtime 2017 praised her Lord saying, “Glory to God. Thank you to my community, family, sister queens and the Blossomtime organization.” Kaylee is active in Watervliet High School and was honored as most valuable player on football cheer, she is class co-president, National Honor Society V.P., WHS Cheer Team Captain, HOBY Leadership Seminar Ambassador as well as participating on the WHS Dance Team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Principal’s Committee, Student Council, Science Olympiad and Quiz Bowl. She plans to pursue a degree in Physical Therapy. She is the daughter of Ginnette Chapin and Allen Chapin.

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Blossomtime First Runner up McKenna Smith attends Bridgman High School, her parents are Jamie and Karl Smith. She plans to attend Galvin College to double major in Spanish and Chemistry then go on to Dental School. Second Runner Up Katelyn Boyer attends Edwardsburg High School where she has received many awards and participates in numerous activities. Her parents are Tamara and Timothy Boyer. She plans to attend St. Mary’s College in Notre Dame to achieve a degree in either science or math or the medical field. Miss Congeniality Devin Gray a senior at Lawrence High School has plans to attend LMC and pursue a degree in Business Administration after traveling to China following

two young Blossomtime royal court members, 2017 Blossomtime Jr. Teen Amelia Selir and 2017 Bud Princess Olivia DuPre, both New Buffalo students and residents. On Sunday evening 24 area queens also took part in the action filled pageant, they lip synced to classics and strutted their stuff on stage along with 32 male contestants who entertained and vied for the coveted royalty crowns. Hunter Ackerman, Mr. Hartford was crowned Mr. Blossomtime on Sunday evening. Hunter is the 20th Mr. Blossomtime to be crowned and this was his first pageant entry. He said following his crowning, “It‘s such an amazing event. There’s nothing like it in the state, or even the world.”

year-old senior at St. Joseph High School, his parents are Christie and Martin Case. Jonathan Burton, 18, a senior at Lakeshore High School, was selected by his fellow contestants as Mr. Nice Guy. He is the son of Gloria and Lloyd Burton of Baroda. Mr. New Buffalo 2017 Andrew Keller along with Mr. Three Oaks/ River Valley 2017 Ryan Chang represented their communities in the pageant. Ryan Chang was the recipient of the Legacy Scholarship award. Contestants in both events were judged on community service, communications skills, interviewing skills, poise and stage presence. Veteran emcees Lainie Lu Van

[clockwise from top left] Kaylee Chapin is crowned 2017 Miss Blossomtime; Blossomtime 2017 Royal Court; Miss New Buffalo Lauren Aroney; and Top Ten Finalists

graduation. The top five finalists included the royal court along with Miss St. Joseph Libby Fernau and Miss Hartford Muriel Hallgren. The top ten included Miss Benton Harbor Jurnee Agbowu, Miss Cassopolis Noelle Kraus, Miss Lawton Alissa White, Miss Niles Addison Davies, Miss Stevensville Jordan Shindeldecker, and Miss Three Oaks/ River Valley Madelynne Keller. New Buffalo was represented by three royals at the pageant. Miss New Buffalo 2017 Lauren Aroney proudly represented her community along with

unter is a 17 year-old Hartford High School senior and the son of Tamara and Gary Ackerman. Blossomtime First Runner-Up was Dylan Catalano, 17, of Buchanan High School. He is the son of son of Kelly and William Catalano. Second runner-up Nicholas Case is a 17

Behren and Phil McDonald presided over both of the evenings pageants. Judges for Mr. Blossomtime were Ruben Hanohano, formerally of Mr. New Buffalo, Melissa Palmer and Jake Butler, the first Mr. Blossomtime, of Stevensville. Judges for Miss Blossomtime were: Barbara Campbell, Michael Dehlem and Brandy Godush Cox.

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leven years ago, I moved from a large house in Chicago to a small cottage in Sawyer, Michigan. I had no choice but to deal with the stuff. It wasn’t just my own stuff, but my deceased parent’s stuff and much of my grandparent’s stuff as well. My solution had always been to stow it in the attic. Now there wasn’t going to be an attic. It was almost too much to bear. I came to the realization I had to rent storage. It was like admitting I needed a shrink. After a morning of frantic googling, I located thirty- two storage companies: Self-storage, mini-storage, public storage, pick-up and delivery storage. Wait there’s more! Air conditioned, heated, climate controlled sites, storage with video surveillance, drive-up windows, storage with purified air, fireproof, sprinkler system equipped, computer monitored and finally round the clock access. It was all terribly confusing until I saw an ad for A-American Storage, touting themselves as “America’s Storage Pioneers.” This struck a patriotic chord in me. After all, what could be more American? I have since accepted the rent I pay for storage as a natural part of life. I tell myself it’s no different than paying for a child at college or a dog walker. My stored menagerie has become an old friend. No wonder the storage business is going through the roof - no pun intended. It is common knowledge that storage is the growth industry of today, able to accommodate every sub-group in our culture. For instance, is your stuff complaining about din from the adjacent highway? Move it to a site out in the country. Is your stuff lonely? Take it to “Storage City,” where it can fraternize with other stuff, close in age and interests. Is your stuff looking for a party? Send it to “Club Storage” in Antigua, all you can drink included. Are antiques your game? Check out a mature community. Is your stuff forgetting what kind of stuff it is? Admit it to senior-assisted storage. Today, I passed an establishment just off the interstate called “Ye Olde Storage Inn.” It must be for British folks who want to lift a pint with their stuff. Soon after I carted all my stuff to storage, I began to feel abandoned and distraught. Then I noticed the motels of a certain chain look suspiciously like a combination motel and storage container. I could hardly believe it. Pre-fab boxes now litter our landscape, daring the natural environment to say they don’t fit in. Could this chain actually be marketing to people who want to SLEEP with their stuff? The idea sounds crazy, preposterous even. It is indeed a sad day when people can’t tell the difference between other human beings and what amounts to a glut of material goods that can’t speak or hug them back. And yet, to certain folks in our increasingly estranged society, stuff is everything. It defines them and creates the type of staunch pride formerly reserved for children, pets and talking teddy bears. Get ready, here it comes: a motel chain vowing to: “Bring Humanity Back to Storage.” Each storage locker boasts its own sleeping loft. Amenities include a rotating diorama of your stuff. One month, photographs of Aunt Estelle and her fourteen corgi dogs will be featured, another day, your mother’s collection of Lladro figurines will spin past in a blue ceramic blur. When you open the door to your storage kingdom, a never ending panorama will begin to rotate. Pictures and possesions will fly past you, dredging up memories both sentimental and poignant or raucous and reminiscent. The name of this “chain of the moment? “Bunk With your Junk!” Yes, it’s true! “Bunk With your Junk” will soon replace family, friends and lovers. Face it, we’re almost there. Communication has been pared down to texts and twitter. Person to person relationships have been replaced by Facetime, Snapchat, Facebook and who knows what else? Listen to me! Don’t wait too long. Call, I mean text your realtor now before it’s too late. Bins are selling rapidly. “Bunk With Your Junk” is truly the family unit of today. You wanna see my place? I was just going home to take a nap with my stuff. Aren’t old friends the best? Copyright ã 2017 by Gail Isaacson

COMING FALL 2017 In collaboration with Krasl Art Center. Supported, in part, by a grant from the Virginia and Harvey Kimmel Arts Education Fund of The Philadelphia Foundation. Sponsored by Chemical Bank, Modern Dentistry Associates, Sam & Connie Monte, New Buffalo Times and The Pokagon Fund. Th is activity is supported by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs Minigrant Program administered by the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo.

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arbor Country Singers is looking for singers! If you like to sing, this group may be for you! Perhaps you’ve heard about this local group, or seen them perform at their most recent event at the Acorn Theatre with Celtic Thunder’s Emmet Cahill. No previous experience is necessary to join. All that is required is a love of music and a teachable heart! Rehearsals begin Saturday, April 15 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m., at the Arts and Education Center on Maple Street in Three Oaks. Rehearsals will be held weekly through May, so it’s a short season and great opportunity to check us out! If you are new to the group, you are invited to come at 6 p.m. to talk with the director, Cindy Dryden, and get your music. If you have questions before that, check out their Facebook page and send a message. — STAFF REPORTS

JAMES NEARY AND THE BEVY BLUE BAND PERFORM SUCCESSFUL SET AT ACORN THEATER

ecently, James Neary and the Bevy Blue performed at the prestigious Acorn Theater in Three Oaks, Michigan, to a record-breaking crowd and was greeted with standing ovations throughout the night. Their debut self-titled EP will be available May 19 at their album release show, which will be held at the historic Vegetable Buddies in South Bend, Indiana. “Congratulations on your fantastically successful debut at the Acorn. Attendance was the highest in history and the donation basket exceeded any to date. What a great kick off to the year,” said Sandra Thompson, Acorn Theater Executive Director, of their performance. James Neary and the Bevy Blue is a blues rock outfit made up of members from the Northwest Indiana and Southwest Michigan music scenes. Front man Neary is accompanied onstage by Sammy Lane Tuthill on lead guitar, Dakota Morgan on the drums, and Jeff Topp on the bass guitar. Together, they create a one of a kind modern take on the blues fused with rock and soul elements drawing from influences like Alabama Shakes, Muse, Pink Floyd, Muddy Waters, and more. Neary has been a solo singer-songwriter for a number of years, gathering awards and accolades along the way. He was the winner of the first-ever Acorn Theater Singer-Songwriter Contest in 2013 with his original piece, “Cutting Teeth.” Neary also won the 2016 Hoosier Star contest with a charismatic rendition of Queen’s “Somebody To Love.” Throughout his solo career, Neary has opened for the likes of Katie Todd, Matt Schofield, Miles Nielsen and the Rusted Hearts, and has even joined British rock superstars Muse for a once-in-a-lifetime performance of their hit “Plug In Baby.” Finally, after years of solo performing, Neary has gathered some of the finest musicians in the area in an effort to create and play music in new, raw, powerful ways. “James Neary and the Bevy Blue bring an electric energy to the stage. Bluesy and original songs by James as well as well-executed covers that keeps the audience involved and engaged. I know both James and Sam Tuthill (lead guitar) as individual musicians, and together they have a synergistic chemistry, that together with their associates, offer a powerful presence. Looking forward to having them back at the Acorn Theater,” Ron Spears, Chair-Board of Directors at the Acorn Theater, said with regards to the band. — STAFF REPORTS

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CITY OF NEW BUFFALO BOARD OF REVIEW

Film fest returns

BY THERESE DONNELLY

ilm lovers were in for a treat last weekend when the Coastline Children’s Film Festival returned. Locations from Benton Harbor, Michigan, to Michigan City, Indiana, offered showings of independent films. New Buffalo Township Library gave two showings Saturday, March 11, with a screening of short films created by children and a selection of shorts from the Northwest Film Forum. Screenings in New Buffalo and Three Oaks were supported by a grant from The Pokagon Fund. The festival continues through March 19. For information on events, visit www. coastlinechildrensfilmfestival.com.

The City of New Buffalo Board of Review will meet at City Hall, 224 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo MI 49117 on the following dates: Friday, March 17, 2017 at 2pm (Organizational Meeting) Monday, March 20, 2017 from 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm, 6pm-8pm Tuesday, March 21, 2017 from 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm Saturday, March 25, 2017 from 9am-12pm To make an appointment, please call City Clerk, Lori Vander Clay, 269-469-1500x111. Letters of appeal must be received by 4:00pm on Thursday March 23, 2017 to the Board of Review, 224 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI 49117. LORI VANDER CLAY CITY CLERK

CITY OF NEW BUFFALO JOB POSTING PARKS DIRECTOR

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The City of New Buffalo is seeking applicants for the position of Parks Director. This position is under the supervision of the City Manager and will oversee daily operations, maintenance of the various City parks and the supervision of fulltime and seasonal employees. The job description is available at www. cityofnewbuffalo.org. The City of New Buffalo offers an excellent benefit package including health insurance and MERS retirement. The ideal candidate will have 3 years of previous experience in building and grounds maintenance. Please submit a resume and/or an application which is available at 224 W. Buffalo, New Buffalo, MI 49117. Resumes must be received no later than 4:00pm (EST) March 17, 2017. The City of New Buffalo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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HOTWAGNER HONORED AS THE NACC FRESHMAN CONFERENCE PLAYER OF THE YEAR

season for the Concordia-Chicago men’s basketball team, made up of primarily freshmen and sophomores, the 2016-17 season featured many growing pains as they struggled to a 5-20 record. However, the future looms bright for many of those young players, one of whom was tabbed with a special honor today as the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference announced its postseason awards. Forward Jarek Hotwagner (New Buffalo, MI – H.S.) was honored as the Freshman Conference Player of the Year as voted on by the NACC head coaches. Hotwagner started all 25 games this season, averaging 11.9 points and 8.4 rebounds. He recorded seven double-doubles, five in an eight-game stretch from Jan. 7 to Jan. 25 and all against conference opponents. Hotwagner’s high games included 22 points against Rockford University on Jan. 4 and Edgewood College on Jan. 22, and 17 rebounds in the rematch against Rockford on Jan. 17. The 6’ 4’ rookie shot 43 percent from the field on 121-283 and 74 percent from the free-throw line on 35-47. “We could tell from the very beginning that Jarek was going to be a big contributor to our program,” said CUC head coach Randy Rogers. “There was a lot of adjusting to do to the college game which I think he handled well. It will be exciting to watch as he becomes a more consistent player over the next three years, and we feel he will make a huge impact for our program and within the conference.” A complete list of the NACC men’s all-conference team can be viewed at http://naccsports.org/sports/mbkb/2016-17/releases/20170222f2977g. For more information on Concordia University Chicago athletics including up-to-date statistics, recent scores, Athlete of the Week profiles and more, visit www.cucougars.com. — STAFF REPORTS Tornado ENG.qxd:Layout 1

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Be Red Cross Ready Tornado Safety Checklist A tornado is a violently rotating column of air extending from the base of a thunderstorm down to the ground. Tornado intensities are classified on the Fujita Scale with ratings between F0 (weakest) to F5 (strongest). They are capable of completely destroying wellmade structures, uprooting trees and hurling objects through the air like deadly missiles. Although severe tornadoes are more common in the Plains States, tornadoes have been reported in every state.

What should I do to prepare for a tornado?

❐ During any storm, listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay informed about watches and warnings. ❐ Know your community’s warning system. Communities have different ways of warning residents about tornados, with many having sirens intended for outdoor warning purposes. ❐ Pick a safe room in your home where household members and pets may gather during a tornado. This should be a basement, storm cellar or an interior room on the lowest floor with no windows. ❐ Practice periodic tornado drills so that everyone knows what to do if a tornado is approaching. ❐ Consider having your safe room reinforced. Plans for reinforcing an interior room to provide better protection can be found on the FEMA Web site at http://www.fema.gov/ plan/prevent/rms/rmsp453.shtm. ❐ Prepare for high winds by removing diseased and damaged limbs from trees. ❐ Move or secure lawn furniture, trash cans, hanging plants or anything else that can be picked up by the wind and become a projectile. ❐ Watch for tornado danger signs: • Dark, often greenish clouds—a phenomenon caused by hail • Wall cloud—an isolated lowering of the base of a thunderstorm • Cloud of debris • Large hail • Funnel cloud—a visible rotating extension of the cloud base • Roaring noise

Know the Difference Tornado Watch Tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area. Review and discuss your emergency plans, and check supplies and your safe room. Be ready to act quickly if a warning is issued or you suspect a tornado is approaching. Acting early helps to save lives! Tornado Warning A tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar. Tornado warnings indicate imminent danger to life and property. Go immediately underground to a basement, storm cellar or an interior room (closet, hallway or bathroom).

What should I do if a tornado is threatening?

❐ The safest place to be is an underground shelter, basement or safe room. ❐ If no underground shelter or safe room is available, a small, windowless interior room or hallway on the lowest level of a sturdy building is the safest alternative. • Mobile homes are not safe during tornadoes or other severe winds. • Do not seek shelter in a hallway or bathroom of a mobile home. • If you have access to a sturdy shelter or a vehicle, abandon your mobile home immediately. • Go to the nearest sturdy building or shelter immediately, using your seat belt if driving. • Do not wait until you see the tornado. ❐ If you are caught outdoors, seek shelter in a basement, shelter or sturdy building. If you cannot quickly walk to a shelter: • Immediately get into a vehicle, buckle your seat belt and try to drive to the closest sturdy shelter. • If flying debris occurs while you are driving, pull over and park. Now you have the following options as a last resort: • Stay in the car with the seat belt on. Put your head down below the windows, covering with your hands and a blanket if possible. • If you can safely get noticeably lower than the level of the roadway, exit your car and lie in that area, covering your head with your hands.

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❐ If you are away from home, return only when authorities say it is safe to do so. ❐ Wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt and sturdy shoes when examining your walls, doors, staircases and windows for damage. ❐ Watch out for fallen power lines or broken gas lines and report them to the utility company immediately. ❐ Stay out of damaged buildings. ❐ Use battery-powered flashlights when examining buildings—do NOT use candles. ❐ If you smell gas or hear a blowing or hissing noise, open a window and get everyone out of the building quickly and call the gas company or fire department. ❐ Take pictures of damage, both of the building and its contents, for insurance claims. ❐ Use the telephone only for emergency calls. ❐ Keep all of your animals under your direct control. ❐ Clean up spilled medications, bleaches, gasoline or other flammable liquids that could become a fire hazard. ❐ Check for injuries. If you are trained, provide first aid to persons in need until emergency responders arrive.

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homas DeVos, 90, of New Buffalo passed away in his home on Saturday, March 4, 2017. Arrangements have been entrusted to Sommerfeld Chapel, 15 N. Barton St., New Buffalo, Michigan. Tom was born on December 21, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Thomas and Lillian (Cerny) DeVos. He was a 1944 graduate of New Buffalo High School. Tom served his country as a ship’s cook in the U.S. Navy during WWII. On December 28, 1946 he married Marilyn Louise Jones; she preceded him in death on Jan. 1, 1997. Tom worked in the plumbing and heating industry as an estimator and an advocate for the union Local 210 since 1951. He was a retired New Buffalo City volunteer fire fighter for many years. Tom was also a member of the VFW, New Buffalo American Legion Post #169 and a member of the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #980 of Michigan City, Indiana. He enjoyed eating everyday and saying hi to everyone at Subway in his special booth. We will miss his bright blue eyes and wonderful smile. Tom loved listening to music in the park and wineries. Tom is survived by his two daughters – Cinderella (Larry) Brown of Jenison, Michigan and Deborah DeVos of New Buffalo; son – Gregory W. Harrington of New Buffalo; grandchildren – Trevor (Sara) Brown and Kimberly (Kurt Maitland) Brown; great grandchildren – Kaitlynn, Addyson, Alyse, Beau, Parker, Danielle and Allison; one great great grandson – Braden; and a brother – Raymond (Gigi) DeVos of Oak Forest, Illinois; and Bernadine K. Hickman like a sister of Algoma, Wisconsin. A Celebration of Tom’s life will be held Saturday, June 17, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the New Buffalo Township Park. Tom’s final resting place will be at Pine Grove Cemetery, New Buffalo, Michigan. Memorial contributions may be made to the New Buffalo City volunteer fire department. Friends wishing to leave the family a message of condolence may do so at www.sommerfeldchapel. com Now Tom is retired to a better place in heaven with his wife and relatives. May he rest in peace and keep on smiling.

What do I do after a tornado?

❐ Continue listening to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio for updated information and instructions.

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longtime resident of Harbor Country, Gerry Losik, passed away on Friday, February 24 of heart complications. He was 61. A man of many talents, Gerry graduated from Columbia College with a degree in photography and worked independently and for Illinois Governor Thompson. With his move to Michigan, Gerry became a self-made craftsman and caretaker / majordomo for many residents. He was appreciated for his humor, quick wit, love of animals and willingness to come to the aid of those in need. He will be remembered for his deep friendships and at times, his sharp elbows. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 1 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at Judith Racht Gallery, 13707 Prairie Road, Harbert, MI. Gerry’s innate sense of irony would have found humor in the chosen date. Bring your favorite, brief tribute to share on open mic. Please kindly send your favorable response to attend to spchicagolakeside@gmail.com. Donations in his honor can be made to Michiana Humane Society, The Humane Society of Southwest Michigan and Three Oaks A&E Center. Arrangements were entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks, Michigan 9129

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