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Yoga for a good cause at New Buffalo Art Gallery PAGE 3

New Buffalo City Council addresses recent parking enforcement issues PAGE 4

New Buffalo Township Board approves resolution accepting grant for Marquette Greenway Trail PAGE 5

Lakeside Park’s ‘Triangle Enhancement Project’ celebrated at ceremony PAGE 10

Scott Hildebrand declared 2021 winner of The Acorn Singer/ Songwriter Competition PAGES 12-13

CHANGING LIVES...

NEW BUFFALO MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER NAMED A NATIONAL LIFECHANGER OF THE YEAR WINNER — PAGE 6 —

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THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2021

Yoga for a good cause at New Buffalo Art Gallery

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group of yoginis and yogis gathered in New Sawyer. For more information, visit harborcountrymission. Buffalo Art Gallery not only to rejuvenate org or find Harbor Country Mission on Facebook. themselves in an early morning yoga session The gallery now features three other local artists: Maxine, but also to raise money for a good cause the Benjamin Sass, and Michelle Nozykowski, who’s also morning of Sunday, July 18. the gallery manager. Ciardelli’s own sweeping, up close The Gallery was hosting “Yoga for Charity,” a crossphotographs of Lake Michigan also grace the walls of the promotional event with Dancing Feet Yoga of New Buffalo. gallery. All proceeds from the event benefitted Harbor Country Ciardelli said that the gallery is bringing new artists in as Mission, which exists to aid those who are in and on the well as building a 10-foot portable wall in the middle of the border of financial poverty through giving opportunities for gallery that’s going to showcase artists and their work. Next local service to the poor. The non-profit organization gives month, the first artist, Beth Adler, will be visiting the gallery away cars, clothes, pet food, and repairs homes for people in along with showcasing her work on that one wall. need. “We’re trying to create more community events in here to After the all-level yoga class (which was led by Kristen get people in the door,” Ciardelli said. Kaspar of Dancing Feet), everyone enjoyed coffee and Ciardelli added that the gallery will be changing up snacks, with the art with David’s the seasons. Delicatessen Beginning in New Buffalo mid-August, he having donated plans to shift the the muffins. art from being “I just wanted beachy to being to do something geared more to give back toward the fall, to the local such as ones community with barns as and partner the centerpiece with local of a rural-like businesses,” setting. Victor Ciardelli, “So, we have owner of the all these projects gallery, said. coming along Noting that and I’m super he’s not “a big excited about it,” yoga person” Ciardelli said. himself, Along with its rapid growth, Ciardelli said Ciardelli said he wanted to Yogis and yoginis are led by Kristin Kaspar at the gallery that the gallery cater to those is looking to hire who may also more people, particularly another art gallery manager for be beginners. during the week. “This was an all-level class, where there was a lot of For more information on the gallery, visit www. stretching, and anyone, no matter how old or young, they newbuffaloartgallery.com. The gallery is located at 137 N. would be able to do this and take it on,” he said. Whittaker Street in New Buffalo and can be reached at Harbor Country Mission’s warehouse is located at 9600 630-209-5581. The New Buffalo Art Gallery can also be Red Arrow Highway in Bridgman and Harbor Country found on Facebook as well as Instagram. Vintage Antiques is located at 12816 Red Arrow Highway in

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CITY OF NEW BUFFALO JOHN HUMPHREY, MAYOR CITY COUNCIL LOU O’DONNELL, IV. MARK ROBERTSON, JOHN HUMPHREY, ROGER LIJESKI, BRIAN FLANIGAN City Council meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30PM CITY OF NEW BUFFALO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS to be determined NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP BOARD PETE RAHM, MICHELLE HEIT, JUDY H. ZABICKI, PATTY IAZZETTO, JACK ROGERS 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 NEW BUFFALO AREA SCHOOLS BOARD CHUCK HEIT, PRESIDENT HEATHER BLACK, VICE PRESIDENT JOHN HASKINS, TREASURER LISA WERNER, SECRETARY JOYCE LANTZ, TRUSTEE FRANK MARGRO, TRUSTEE PATRICIA NEWSTON, TRUSTEE CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP BOARD DAVID BUNTE, PAULA DUDIAK, LIZ RETTIG, RICHARD SULLIVAN, BILL MARSKE Chikaming 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 7PM MICHIANA VILLAGE OF MICHIANA COUNCIL Meets on the 2nd Friday of each month at 1PM

New Buffalo City Council addresses recent parking enforcement issues BY THERESE DONNELLY

voted to accept Denton’s offer, with Mayor John Humphrey calling it “a very kind gesture.” At the start of the meeting, Humphrey addressed recent parking enforcement issues. He said the current ordinances July 19. have been in place since 1995 and, while Two of the main agenda items they have not been widely enforced, involved accepting grants to help fund increased complaints have led to stricter marina improvements and shoreline enforcement. protection. The enforcement efforts drew City Manager Darwin Watson told criticism from some of the council that the the public, with resident Michigan Department of Humphrey said Nick Holevas saying Natural Resources had that resident Mary he felt the increased recently announced New Rose Denton had enforcement was a tactic Buffalo was approved for approached the city to push out seconda grant in the amount with a proposal to homeowners and shortof $689,481 for the sponsor a bench on term renters. He further city’s broadside dock the new Dunewalk and electrical system in memory of former told the council that the city benefits financially, upgrades at the marina. City Manager David with visitors spending A second grant, Richards. Watson money and property from the United said the only cost to owners paying taxes. He States Department the city would be a noted property values are of Agriculture as part plaque to mark the high across the country of its Rural Business bench. The council and all property owners Development program, voted to accept could potentially benefit will provide $47,900. Denton’s offer, from current prices. Tony McGhee, vice with Mayor John Holevas said council president of Development Humphrey calling members had compared Services of Abonmarche, it “a very kind short-term rentals to explained these funds gesture.” “human traffickers.” will reimburse design The council does not take direct work and preliminary engineering the questions during public comment, but city previously did as part of the marina later in the meeting Humphrey did project. address Holevas’ statements. He called Humphrey said that resident Mary the claim of likening rentals to human Rose Denton had approached the city trafficking, “slanderous” and stated he with a proposal to sponsor a bench on did not believe any such comparison the new Dunewalk in memory of former had been made at a council meeting. City Manager David Richards. Watson Humphrey further stated homesteaders said the only cost to the city would be a and second-homeowners all pay the plaque to mark the bench. The council he first in-person New Buffalo Council meeting since Covid restrictions began was a short one with a brief agenda Monday,

city 10.122 mils in property taxes, with additional taxes to non-homesteaders going to the county and other entities, and money spent in local businesses does not go to the city. He also said the average home price in New Buffalo is over $400,000 compared to the county average of $215,000. The council had second readings on two proposed ordinance amendments, the first one being amendments to Chapter 9, the City General Business Registration. Amendments to Chapter 15 would address the times and placement of solid waste bins for collection, and address remedies for bins left in the right-of-way. On Watson’s recommendation the council approved awarding the street repaving contract to Kalin Construction. Abonmarche reported three companies submitted sealed bids and Kalin had the lowest bid at $201,064.58. Work is slated to start in the fall.

s part of the city’s participation in the state’s Michigan Transportation Fund, the council designated Watson as the city’s street administrator. The MTF provides funding for major streets in Michigan municipalities. Before the council adjourned, Dan Petersen, Pokagon Fund executive director, said the Pokagon Fund had recently learned its Paycheck Protection Program loan had been forgiven. While drop-in visits are still not allowed, the Pokagon Fund is still available via phone and email.

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e used to try criminal cases in courtrooms. Steven Fenton is now charged with Operating While Intoxicated following a fivevehicle crash Sunday, July 18. The crash happened at U.S. 20 and State Road 39 north of LaPorte. According to LaPorte County Police, officers were responding to a report of a possible intoxicated driver operating vehicle all over the roadway on U.S. 20 near Rolling Prairie. The crash happened about five minutes later. Before officers arrived, police said the 77-year-old Fenton tried fleeing on foot but was stopped by individuals at the accident and ordered to sit back down in his vehicle. The former LaPorte County Deputy Prosecutor had an alleged blood alcohol level about twice the legal limit. Police said open bottles of vodka were recovered from the vehicle. There were no injuries in the crash, which happened about 5 p.m. — STAN MADDUX

New Buffalo Township Board approves resolution accepting grant for Marquette Greenway Trail

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THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2021

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embers of the New Buffalo Township Board of Trustees approved a resolution to accept a grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources that was awarded to the township regarding the nonmotorized Marquette Greenway Trail (which would connect Chicago to New Buffalo) for $300,000 at their first in-person meeting since March 2020 Thursday, July 15. Marcy Hamilton, deputy executive director/senior planner at the Southwest Michigan Planning Commission, said that the township did get a United States Department of Agriculture (USD) grant to pay for engineering with regards to the Marquette Greenway Trail. Hamilton said that Abonmarche has “really dug in” and “got the data they needed to complete the design.” Since the proposed road diet, which would’ve reduced U.S. Highway 12 from four lanes to three beginning at the Michigan state line and to the New Buffalo city limits, isn’t happening, Hamilton said that Amtrak land is now needed to do the trail, so “that’s been taking a lot of everyone’s time of trying to deal with that.” Hamilton said they do have a contact in Amtrak’s real estate division, who’s been very responsive. The appraisal, which the township hired to be done, has been completed. Abonmarche is about 85 percent done with their plans in terms of engineering.

Through the work with Abonmarche on the design, Hamilton said there’s also been discussions with MDOT to “loosen up of some of our standards” because in some areas, the guy wires that come down from the utility poles are in the way where the proposed trail will be placed. She said that Indiana Michigan Power thinks technically they can do what’s necessary to “get these wires over the trail.” All design plans have been submitted to Amtrak, with Hamilton saying they have to go through 12 departments “to be signed off on.” Hamilton said that Amtrak didn’t provide language for the lease, so she used easements that the state DNR has with other railroad companies for trails as examples. Once the township attorney has reviewed it, the lease and then the appraisal (which has been completed) will be given to Amtrak. Funding wise, Hamilton said that $3.6 million has been committed to the project (which includes local, state and federal commitments), with its total cost being just over $4 million. She said the easement from Amtrak is unknown at this point, so there will be a need to seek further fundraising efforts “to fill that gap.” Currently, the “optimistic” timeline with MDOT calls for construction on the trail beginning in early 2022. “We don’t know how long the review with Amtrak is going to take…If everything goes really well with them, we could be

seeing construction in March next year,” Hamilton said. Hamilton said construction will begin from the piece from the Grand Beach Road entrance at U.S. Highway 12 all the way into the City of New Buffalo and will include the trailhead at Smith and Mechanic streets.

oard members approved the eighth payment in the amount of $224,009.42 for the Public Safety Building Project. Fire Chief Jamie Flick said that Comcast is in the building, so the department is now operating out of it. The appointment of Patrick Donnelly (who’s the township’s parks director) and David Handley to the New Buffalo Area Recreational Authority was approved. Board members approved the sixth payment for the Lift Station and Controls Upgrade project in the amount of $21,705.60 (Heit said that the project has wrapped up). In his update on The Pokagon Fund, executive director Dan Petersen said that when the fund was without revenue for just over two and a half months last year when Four Winds Casinos shut down; however, the Fund was awarded a forgivable loan through the federal Paycheck Protection Program. Petersen said he learned that the application to have the loan forgiven was approved, which means the funds will remain available to fund grants to support grantee’s work in the communities.

Out of towner is latest drowning victim locally

he body of a man found in Lake Michigan at Michigan City was from southern Indiana. The victim was identified as Robert J. Latarola, 34, of Bloomington, according to LaPorte County Coroner Lynn Swanson. Swanson said an autopsy revealed cause of death was drowning. He was wearing a T-shirt, dark shorts and white tennis shoes when his body was recovered July 13 roughly 500

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yards from the historic lighthouse, she said. Swanson said how he wound up in the water and who he might have been with prior to his disappearance were not known but those are among the answers being sought in the ongoing investigation. She said it appears Latarola came here with friends during the July 4 weekend and he last spoke to his father, who also lives in Bloomington, on July 9. “Apparently, his father had been trying to contact

Michigan City Police to file a missing person’s report,” Swanson said. She said the pathologist conducting the autopsy estimated Latarola drowned three to four days prior to the discovery of his body. The results of a toxicology test to determine if alcohol or drugs were in his bloodstream will not be known for a couple of weeks, Swanson said.

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THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2021

Students sing Becky Hartley’s favorite song at her ceremony

Superintendent Dr. Jeff Leslie thanks Hartley for her contributions to the district

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ebecca Hartley, a sixth-grade math/ world geography at New Buffalo Middle School, is a good

listener. So good, in fact, that New Buffalo Area Schools Superintendent Dr. Jeff Leslie said that he’s often found himself turning to her when he needs to gain a better perspective. “Whenever I get stressed out in the superintendent’s office, I go to her room,” he said, and joked that he believes she “half appreciates me being there.” Most importantly, she is a great listener with her students. During the middle school’s annual end-of-the-year hot dog lunch, a student needed to serve a lunch detention. But Hartley didn’t want the student to miss out on the special meal. So, she sat with him. “She spent lunch just talking to the student- ‘Hey, what’ve you got going on in the summer, how’s everything going,’” Leslie said. Being a good listener is just one of many qualities that played a role in Hartley being named as one of the top 15 award winners for the 2020-2021 LifeChanger of the Year program.

New Buffalo Middle School teacher named a national LifeChanger of the Year winner BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

She was nominated by fellow middle school teacher, Lisa Knoll. “She is like a breath of fresh air when times get tough. Becky makes you feel loved and valued for who you are as a person, and you know that you can count on her to be there for you in any situation,” Knoll said in her essay for Hartley. Hartley received a $3,000 cash award, which will to be split between herself and a $1,500 donation to the school/district. She received her award at special ceremony held in the New Buffalo Middle/High School cafeteria, where she was surrounded by family, friends, students, and colleagues, Tuesday, July 20. Presenting the award was Jay Dunlap from National Life Group and Michael Moncel of GLP Financial Group (a local distribution partner). The annual program is sponsored by National Life Group that recognizes and rewards K-12 educators and school employees across the country. LifeChanger of the Year is sponsored and run by National Life Group, a more than 170-year-old financial services company that serves

K-12 educators nationwide. Cash prizes for the LifeChanger of the Year program are provided by National Life Group’s charitable arm, the National Life Group Foundation. “Hartley has been a teacher in the New Buffalo Area School District for the past 43 years. She started out at the elementary school as a Title 1 teacher before moving to the middle school. Having been escorted into the cafeteria with a group of middle schoolers, Hartley was taken by surprise. Once she arrived, everyone showered her with confetti from party poppers. “I’m just lucky - I work in a great place, I got a great staff… I’m blessed that I work with a bunch of good kids,” she said. According to her Lifechanger of the Year Nominee profile, Hartley has been a part of multiple initiatives that have been introduced to the district over the past 40 years, including being a leader for Positive Behavior Support in the district, which rewards students for the positive behavior they exhibit during a school day; developing a rewards system called “Project Pride;” helping plan advisory activities that encourage team

building and focus on the aspects of good character and serving as the middle school’s S.A.D.D. (Students Against Destructive Decisions) advisor. Dunlap read some of the more than 150 comments that were left for Hartley on her profile at www.lifechangeroftheyear.com. “She’s the teacher you can go to when you need someone to talk to, when you’re struggling with something, when you need help or just want to say hi.” “She’s the type of person not to judge you for something you did but instead help you to get through it and be there for you.” “Mrs. Hartley is a life changer for everyone around her and we’re all lucky to have her in our lives.”

r, as one student put bluntly: “Mrs. Hartley is the GOAT (Greatest of All Time).” Liz Ditto, a retired New Buffalo Middle School teacher, quoted Winston Churchill: “We make a living by what we get; we make a life by what we give.” “Becky Hartley is a giver,” she said. Ditto said that Hartley displays kindness every day (she remembers everyone’s birthday

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and bakes them cakes). She’s also very creative (as is exhibited through her bulletin boards in d the hallway) and energetic – a 1 C good match for the energetic sixth graders whom she teaches every day. e Teaching is hard and she just G has a youthful heart and youthfula spirit that she gives to her kids every day she comes into the I classroom,” Ditto said. y New Buffalo Middle School t Principal Bradley Brunner said S that “deep down,” teachers are U motivated by the opportunity “to change lives.” s “That’s why they make the a decision to go into the profession - and Becky, you’ve done it,” he w said. 3 Daughter Autumn called her the “epitome of a life changer.” She credited her mother for ensuring that she attends every event, from band concerts to sporting events to school plays. “She’s there for it all,” she said. Son Bryce said that he’s always known his mother as being a “top notch educator” – someone who enjoys putting hours for events, activities like Project Pride and yearbook. “If you google what a teacher is - you most likely see her name pop up,” he said.

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THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2021

Daughter like mother in raising award winning cattle

LaPorte County girl is following in her mother’s footsteps and then some in raising award winning cattle. Madison Scarborough, 12, came away from the 175th LaPorte County Fair with the Grand Champion steer. Her mother, Denise, raised the Grand Champion steer during the 150th LaPorte County Fair. Their happy trip down memory lane started when the Scarboroughs were preparing for the fair in the cattle barn and Denise saw her name on a banner listing Grand Champion steer winners from previous years. She pointed out her name to her daughter, who did not expect her 1,300 pound steer to achieve Grand Champion status. Denise cried tears of joy and excitement July 13 when this year’s Grand Champion steer winner was announced. “It’s an honor. It’s just strange. It’s very peculiar how it happened 25 years apart,” said Madison is entering the seventh grade at South Central School in the farming community of Union Mills. Her Simmental cow three days later sold for $13,600, a record for the beef auction at the fair. The family raises corn, soybeans and wheat at their farm in LaCrosse about 30 miles from the southern tip of Lake

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=Madison Scarborough and her mother, Denise, raised a Grand Champion steer at the same county fair in Indiana 25 years apart.

Michigan. Denise Scarborough said her husband, Mark, works the row crop operation full-time. She’s employed full-time as an agricultural loan officer at the First National Bank of Monterrey. Denise works nights and weekends keeping the books at the farm and doing other chores. Madison and her younger brother, Parker, also help whenever needed.

ust a handful of animals used strictly for show during the fair are kept at the farm. Madison feels her steer circling the show arena gracefully is what made the difference in the scoring by judges. “He was square when he walked,” she said. The steer was also given a good washing and combing to help him stand out among the rest of the beef

cows. Madison also won Grand Champion gilt, Supreme Ewe and the Intermediate Showmanship Award for her work in the show arena in each of the three animal categories she competed in at this year’s fair. She was still trying to overcome the shock from all of her success. “It was very unbelievable,” she said. Madison is going to show her 260-pound female pig at the Indiana State Fair, which begins July 30. Her female sheep is staying at the farm for breeding. Mrs. Scarborough said she never had more than one animal win top prize at the fair and doesn’t mind, whatsoever, being surpassed by her daughter. “As much as I see here work, I’m okay with that. She definitely puts in the hours of hard work that goes with raising good animals,” she said. Denise grew up on a farm outside LaPorte, while Mark runs the farm he was raised on. Both of them were showing animals at the fair when they first met as teenagers. His stalls were across from hers and soon they began dating. They were married seven years later. “We actually showed cattle against each other. I think we made a pretty good team early on,” she said.

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SPORTS

HIKERS OFFERING ALL-TERRAIN ROLLATOR

arbor Country Hikers is offering the use of an all-terrain rollator to members of the community who may have difficulty on some trails visited by the group. The HCH board of directors approved the purchase in order to open its outings to as many as possible. The balloon-like wheels are soft and roll over uneven surfaces such as sand, gravel or ungroomed trails often found on HCH outings. HCH Secretary Cindi Fisher said the all-terrain version will enable her to join the group on trails not accessible with the rollator she uses for balance on a daily basis. The device will be offered on a first come, first-served basis to those signing up at harborcountryhikers.com. In addition to the rollator, HCH developed and helps fund detailed signage for many of the area’s popular hiking trails, volunteers for stewardship projects and helps with outdoor education for local youth. — STAFF REPORTS

FAVORITE NESTING SPOTS DESTINATION FOR HCH JULY 31

arbor Country Hikers will head to the Indiana Dunes National Park’s Heron Rookery Trail at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 31, along a portion of the east arm of the Little Calumet River to learn a few facts about riparian zones and enjoy the sights along the way. The area once featured more than 100 great blue heron nests. After 60 years of nesting there, the herons have moved on, but the woods remain alive with dozens of birds including kingfishers, woodpeckers, and a wide variety of migrating and nesting warblers. This three-mile hike should take about two hours. Long pants, sun hats, sturdy shoes or boots, insect repellent and plenty of water are recommended. Depending on the weather, there may be some muddy areas. HCH observes federal and state COVID guidelines and face masks are currently optional. The parking lot for the Heron Rookery Trail is located at 1336 East Rd, just west of Michigan City. For complete details or HCH membership, volunteer and events visit www. harborcountryhikers.com. — STAFF REPORTS

From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

aseball, hot dogs, apple pie and Chevrolet. America’s pastime holds a special place in millions of peoples’ hearts, including mine. The midsummer classic took place this week, and the action, on and off the field, surpassed my expectations. Baseball’s all star game is the best, and no other sport is even close. This year’s game had a couple of side stories that made the festivities even better. Does anyone remember Maverick Schutte? Maverick, by the age of six, had undergone thirty operations to treat a congenital heart disease. He sent a video message to his favorite big league baseball player, Boston’s David Ortiz, also known as Big Papi. Well, Big Papi told Maverick that he would hit a homer for him, and by gosh he did. Kevin Millar, a former ball player and television personality set up a meeting and Maverick travelled from Wyoming to Boston to meet Big Papi. They both seemed overjoyed to see each other and everything went beautifully. Maverick’s story is so heart-warming that I can’t do it justice in a short column. If you have a minute, go to Facebook or YouTube to get a more detailed picture of this beautiful young man and the wonderful adults who are helping him. Baseball has played a big part in bringing Maverick some joy, and it was beautiful when Big Papi and Maverick reunited at this year’s all star game. Cowboy up Maverick. Anyone who knows your story is pulling for you.

Baseball’s all star game had another great story to tell. Trey Mancini competed in the home run derby after missing the entire 2020 season with stage 3 colon cancer. Trey fell in love with the game of baseball at the age of 3. He played ball at Notre Dame, got drafted by the Orioles, and had three good seasons when cancer struck. His first thoughts were about surviving, then he found out the cancer had spread to his lymph nodes which meant that chemo was necessary. Fortunately for Trey, his girlfriend, Sara Perlman was an angel and helped him through his illness. Twelve months after being diagnosed, Trey was able to play on opening day this season and has played so well and hit with such power that he was invited to participate in the home run derby at the all star game. Another young man had a great baseball moment this week. Wes Marggraf, one of my grandsons, hit a home run over the fence for the first time. Wes has been playing great and his homer - for his all star team - was a cherry on top of the sundae. What made it even sweeter was his brother Miles caught the moment on video. All sports are great, but it’s very difficult to imagine any one of them surpassing my love of baseball. Ray A. Davis said, “A challenge only becomes an obstacle when you bow to it.” Refuse hate. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2021

‘Cabaret at Friendship Botanic Gardens’ to feature singers from Dunes Summer Theatre

he Dunes Arts Foundation and Friendship Botanic Gardens have teamed up to host “Cabaret at the Gardens: Music Under the Stars” from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Central Friday, July 30 and Saturday, July 31, in The Gardens, 2055 E. Highway 12 in Michigan City. Guests are invited to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets; however, there will be chairs on site for use. Refreshments will also be available for purchase on site, cash, or credit card. Tickets are $40, with free admission for those under 18, accompanied by an adult. The special musical evening, performed at The Gardens’ Celebration Pavilion, will be directed and hosted by Steve Scott, Dunes Arts resident guest director and artistic associate at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre. Musical accompaniment will be provided by Andrew Flasch, Dunes Arts music director, and his jazz trio. The program will feature songs from familiar Broadway productions such as “West Side Story,” “Carousel,” “Camelot,” “Sweeney Todd,” “Waitress” and “Hamilton” performed by talented artists from the Dunes Summer Theatre’s productions of “Forever Plaid,” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” as well as three new guest artists. Andrew Turner is a

versatile, multidisciplinary artist whose engagements span the genres of opera, jazz and contemporary music as well as musical theatre. This summer he performed in “Sweeney Todd” at the Des Moines Metro Opera. In the spring, Turner was a resident artist with Virginia Opera and with Opera Iowa. A native of Tacoma, Washington, Turner graduated from the University of Illinois Lyric Theatre program. Sophia Byrd is a Chicago native and recent Lyric Theatre graduate. As a member of the Chicago Children’s Choir, she performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Riccardo Muti. Byrd has performed with artists such as Yo-Yo Ma, Jennifer Hudson and Chance the Rapper. Byrd’s song, “I See the Light,” was featured in Spike Lee’s film Chiraq. She made her Broadway debut in the world premiere of Grammynominated Place. Byrd’s debut solo album will be released in August. Whitney Nelson, based in Atlanta, is a sought-after performer who just finished as a featured artist in the Netflix film “They Cloned Tyrone.” She starred in many theatrical productions including the lead role of Ajax “Ajax in Iraq” with the West Alabama Theatre, and Angelo in “The Comedy of

Errors” with the Santa Cruz Shakespeare Company. Nelson has received Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Region IV Irene Ryan nominations for performances in Intimate Apparel and Mother Hicks. She holds a B.A. from University of West Georgia and is pursuing a masters at the University of Illinois. “Cabaret at the Gardens: Music Under the Stars” will raise funds for Dunes Arts Foundation and Friendship Botanic Gardens. Both nonprofit volunteer-based organizations are popular attractions for area visitors.

estled in the Northwest Indiana dunes, Dunes Arts Foundation operates Dunes Summer Theatre, is celebrating 70 years as a premier performing and fine arts venue. Its theatre productions have entertained generations of audiences and countless kids have explored talents at the summer theatre and fine arts camps. For tickets and information about “Cabaret at the Gardens: Music Under the Stars” call The Gardens at 219-878-9885 or visit www. friendshipbotanicgardens. org. For information on Dunes Arts, visit www.dunesarts. org or call 219-879-7509. —

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Siblings shine in farm animal contests A brother and sister in 4-H might be a dynasty for their number of championships in farm animal sound competitions. Joe Pumroy, 16, and Georgia Pumroy, 15, were again winners in the popular rooster crowing and turkey gobbling competitions during last week’s LaPorte County Fair. Georgia especially had reason to celebrate. She won two of the competitions, including the one in which her brother was defending champion. “It feels amazing,” she said. Both of her victories were from crowing like a rooster and gobbling like a turkey. Pumroy and her brother were neck and neck in both wings of the competition based on the scoring of three judges until the girl in the final round cut loose on, perhaps, her best impression of a rooster crowing and turkey gobbling. She ended up with a near perfect score in all of the tallying. Her defending turkey gobbling champion brother wasn’t quite up to par after straining his

vocal cords in the previous round, he said. Joe Pumroy still went home with a top prize, though, for entering a turkey belting out the most actual gobbles. His 25-pound Tom gobbled just twice in 10 minutes but it was still one gobble more than what came from the other bird in the contest. “This is the weirdest turkey I’ve ever had. All he’s done this year is eat and sleep at the fair. I’m just glad he gobbled today,” he said. The siblings have several other championships in the rooster crowing and turkey gobbling competitions from previous years at the fair. The family keeps three turkeys and more than 60 chickens at their home in the Rolling Prairie area. The other winner in the contest was Sydney Hill, 16, of LaPorte. Her rooster crowed 13 times in 15 minutes in a come from behind victory over a rooster belonging to 10-year-old Ryder Wroblewski from near Fish Lake. — STAN MADDUX

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The crowd listens as Theresa Richter tells the story of the park

Margo and Harold Russell hug their burr oak tree

The crowd gathers to celebrate the newly planted trees in the triangular park

Lakeside Park’s ‘Triangle Enhancement Project’ celebrated at ceremony

hat was once a spot that merely included crab trees that were deteriorating and overgrown shrubs that were on the invasive species list has now turned into what Theresa Richter describes as a “native arboretum.” Members of the community, as well as donors, celebrated the completion of Lakeside Park’s “Native Tree Project” at a ceremony Saturday, July 17. The Park Enhancement Committee includes Peter Van Nice, chair; Sue Phelan, Richter, who’s president of the Lakeside Association Board of Directors; and Janet Schrader. Gunner Poiter of Green Mansions Nursery was responsible for the project’s design and installation aspect. A committee was established, and everyone “went forward from there.” ““We established a rationale, which was native educational for the benefit of the Lakeside neighborhood…the aesthetics and the peacefulness of it,” Richter said.

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In June 2020, the Chikaming Township Park Board unanimously approved a plan for the Lakeside Association to enhance the “Triangle” (which is located at the intersection of Pier Street and Lakeside Road across from the gazebo). Stage One took place last summer and involved the planting of three bur oaks, three sugar maples, three American beech trees, a black Tupelo and a white pine - all of which are native trees. In the spring, Stage Two involved the planting of nine red buds in a circle, which will allow space for events at the Triangle. Richter said that the project also involved around 32 different donors, of which 13 were sponsored tree donors. “All of you have been amazing donors and made this happen,” she said, adding that donors should go “wrap your arms around your tree.” Richter advised everyone to “stay tuned,” as park benches and some flowering native trees may pop up in the future. The Chikaming Township Park

Board took over the stewardship of Lakeside Park (the triangle space and the parcel with the historic gazebo located across from it). Richter said within the time frame of about year, the county was able to deed over the property back to the township. The Park Board is responsible for taking care of the gazebo, paying for the utilities and cutting the grass – which “is huge,” Richter said. “The boon to us is the money we previously used or needed for the maintenance of this property now goes to the Scholarship Fund,” she said, referring to fund that goes toward scholarships for seniors in the River Valley School District. Richter said the Lakeside Association has committed to the five years of continuing to look after the park and taking care of the gardening aspect of it, such as through their cleanup days.

he ceremony coincided with Lakeside History Day, which was presented by the Lakeside Association

and was free this year. The program was staffed by an all-star cast of “historians,” who discussed the history behind various points of interest along the tour’s designated route: the Gintaras Resort, a house designed by architect Margaret McCurry and husband Stan Tigerman on Pier Street along with a garage-art studio outside Meadow Lane; a Jens Jensen landscaped property (owned by Bill Racine); Cherry Beach (which was deeded to the township by the Warren family in 1922); the farm of Harold Swift of Swift and Company; and Stevens Lane, where Bill Stevens, local lawyer and grandson of Ernest Stevens, discussed famous family members (including Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens). The next event of the Lakeside Association is the Ice Cream Social, which will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Gazebo at Lakeside Park at Red Arrow Highway and Lakeside Road. Proceeds from the social will go toward the Scholarship Fund.

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Scott Hildebrand declared 2021 winner of The Acorn Singer/ Songwriter Competition

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

eeing as how the other half, Lila Despoix, of the acoustic duo Scott and Lila couldn’t share the stage with him at the ninth annual The Acorn Singer/Songwriter Competition, which was held at the theater in Three Oaks Friday, July 16, Scott Hildebrand decided to let the audience decide on the song selection for that evening. Hildebrand (who’s originally from Chicago) and Despoix met busking in the streets of Berlin in 2019. Since then, they have recorded an album and performed all over Germany, France, Italy, and Sri Lanka. The plan had been to sing “Told You Once,” which he and Despoix had used to apply for the contest; however, when he discovered Despoix couldn’t make it back in time from Germany, he said he had another song that he could whip out at a moment’s notice: “Serafina.” “Serafina!” A voice cried out in the darkened theater, and so that was what Hildebrand played. “I wrote this song for my friend and his girlfriend - they were broken up and he asked me to write a song about all their travels through India on a motorcycle… They’ve since broken up actually, but the song is alive, and kind of time capsuled their love,” he said. “Serafina,” along with another song, “Mississippi River,” that he played during the second round of the competition, struck such a cord with audience members and the judges alike that he managed to be declared the winner of the 2021 competition.

Judge Frank Sintich said to Hildebrand that “you probably get up in the morning and before you brush your teeth, you’re playing your guitar.” He quoted what Howard Stern said to Eddie Van Halen: “Man, that guitar looks so comfortable on you.” “That’s how I saw you just now, that’s like your jacket…It’s like a part of you, your third arm,” Sintich said. Judges chose three singers/ songwriters from the first round to perform in the second one: Hildebrand, Ollie Davidson (who’s half of the duo Almond and Ollie) and Will Fancher. The decision then laid solely in the audience members’ hands, as they voted on their phones at The Acorn’s website for their favorite. People could also vote at home, as the show was being livestreamed.

irst place winner Hildebrand received $1000 and a guaranteed opening spot for a larger act. Second place winner Fancher received $300, and third place went to Davidson, who received $200. All finalists will be considered for future performing opportunities. Fancher, a musician/songwriter from Chicago by way of Boston and Nashville, has had songs appear on stage at The Second City, The Annoyance, and Laugh Out Loud Theater His chosen song for that evening was “Moonlight and Miller” – a

Dylan Reed Leavitt makes a special appearance

Doug Harsch performs The Kids Are Alright

Emcee Joe Bisceglia introduced the acts

Isabelle Pouya performs Petals Of Dust Sandra Thompson, Acorn artistic consultant, with Beth Thompson, Acorn executive director

Acorn Singer and Songwriter Competition winner Scott Hildebrand performs Serafina

Michael Ching performs Crush Apples With Me

Ollie Davidson performs during the first round

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Audience members applaud the acts

Will Fancher performs his song, Moonlight & Miller Light, during the first round

song “about people getting back together,” he said.

self-proclaimed “Michigan guy,” Davidson said he grew up in Kalamazoo and moved to Chicago when he was 19. As a part of the Chicago duo Almond (Natalie Alms) and Olive (Davidson), he has appeared on NBC’s “The Voice.” “It was a fun experience and something I’ll always remember – and I’m sure this will be another one,” he said. Other contestants were Doug Harsch from South Bend, Indiana; Isabelle Pouya from Granger, Indiana; and Michael Ching from Ames, Iowa. Judges were Sintich, who has spent over 30 years playing and writing music in bands throughout the Chicago area and Midwest; Mark Moore a signed songwriter/producer for NOMA Music in Los Angeles and studio owner as well as a sideman/ session bass player and currently a member of the touring band for the iconic ’60s group Jay and The Americans; and Terri Hemmert, who has been at WXRT-FM in

Sandra Thompson introduces the final three, Ollie Davidson, Scott Hildebrand and Will Fancher

Chicago for over 45 years and is currently host of “Breakfast with The Beatles.” The night also included performances by Singer/ Songwriter Competition alumni: Priscilla Sabourin, 2019 winner and Dylan Reed Leavitt, 2020 winner. The night was emceed by Joe Bisceglia, an experienced singer/songwriter/entertainer who has performed solo as well as with many other musicians, artists, and bands in various venues throughout the Chicago area. Calling it an “incredibly unique place,” Bisceglia said that The Acorn gives artists young and old an opportunity to “really display themselves and maybe perhaps at some point get a really good start at doing this for a living.” “Maybe all of you sitting here today may find out this is a memorable night because one of these people who come up today may at some point be playing at the United Center in Chicago and it may cost you $500 a ticket – so you may remember being here tonight,” he said. For more on The Acorn, visit acornlive.org.

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maker of handcrafted whiskey featuring a restaurant could become even more of a tourist attraction and destination for local residents. Journeyman Distillery in Three Oaks is planning to construct a Kentucky-style rickhouse for storing and aging up to 7,000 barrels of whiskey. The over 9,000 square foot wood framed, metal sided structure would also contain space for weddings and other gatherings along with a tasting room. The facility would also be open for tours. Owner Bill Welter said the rickhouse should give people even more of a reason to visit since rickhouses are typically found only in Kentucky. The Bluegrass State produces and ages about 95 percent of the world’s bourbon whiskey, according to the Kentucky Distillers’ Association. “I think it’ll be a huge tourist attraction. Michigan’s first and only Kentucky style rickhouse,” Welter said. Journeyman Distillery founded in 2010 makes about a half dozen whiskey products, including bourbon. Distribution has grown from 19 to 30 states. Welter said the goal is to have product on shelves in 10 more states by the end of 2022. The Three Oaks Village Council Wednesday, July 14, unanimously approved a zoning change on 17 acres for the project close to the existing facility at the historic Featherbone

Factory building. Final approval rests with the Three Oaks Planning Commission after it reviews and decides the site plans. Among the site plans concerns involve a village owned easement to the expanded site, parking, sidewalks and access to the property on Central Ave. Welter said production would not increase since the distillery already stores up to 7,000 barrels of whiskey. Currently, storage is done on site and inside other nearby buildings. Welter said the unheated rickhouse would provide the proper environment for whiskey to age since they’re designed to maximize air flow, changes in outside temperature, humidity and other related elements believed to impact flavor. The oak charred barrels of whiskey will be stored on five levels of racks anywhere from three to eight years prior to bottling. Welter said the product is already high quality but existing storage lacks what rickhouses could bring in terms of taste. “We actually think it’s going to help enhance our product,” he said. The plans also include an outdoor trail and pickle ball courts open for customers and public use. Resident Jason Milovich, owner of Bluefish Vacation Rentals, said the distillery being a popular tourist destination is a major factor in the revitalization of downtown. “I’ve been here long enough to see a town that was bankrupt and a downtown that was anything but thriving. It’s what we need to continue this commerce,” he said.

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Beachside Scoops now serving ‘California deli-style’ menu items

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aving celebrated the seventh anniversary of Beachside Scoops last month, owners Liz and Doug Roch decided the time had come to expand a menu that’s already chock full of ice cream and other cool treats. Having contemplated serving food for a while, Doug said he and Liz had recently engaged in a search for a local person to “make it happen.” They contacted Brandi Hamman-Lindsey, whom Liz, who’s a realtor, has gotten to know through her catering and help with hosting large development projects. “Without her, we couldn’t have done this - she’s really foodminded, she’s got the energy and hcreativity to make this all work,” Doug said. Hamman-Lindsey, who’s Beachside Scoops’ general manager, said that she’s owned her own business, which involved event planning for weddings as well as catering large events, for years. Then Covid hit, putting a halt to all events. The time gave Hamman-Lindsey time to reevaluate her current line of work. When Liz and Doug called her, she knew she was ready to try something new. “They called me at the perfect time,” she said. The “California deli-style”

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menu consists of food that’s “a little lighter and great for summer,” Doug said. Signature items include sandwiches, “beachside bowls,” and salads. Customers can also build their own salads, bowls, and wraps. “Everyone can design their own favorite if they want to as well,” Doug said. Hamman-Lindsey said everything – even right down to the salad dressing – is fresh and house made. Several items on the menu are also gluten free. As with the ice cream, there are food

items that also cater to those who have allergies. The menu also specializes in “grab and go” items, which Doug said is perfect for those who may be passing by and want to indulge in a simple but tasty meal. “You want to grab your food and go to the beach, go to the park and go on a boat - this location is ideal, so we thought grab and go was great,” he said. Lunch is available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. After 4 p.m., customers can grab and go from a variety of deli sides to take down to

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eachside Scoops can also do line ordering for large orders. Customers can place their orders a day in advance and walk up to the window to pick it up. Doug said that everyone is happy to welcome customers back in after having just walk-up service due to Covid, which made

promoting the new food items difficult. “Now that the doors are open, we’re getting a great response,” he said. Beachside Scoops boast 33 flavors of ice cream. Ice cream cones have returned, as well as the shakes and floats (with the possible addition of fruit smoothies). In addition to HammanLindsey, Beachside Scoops has also hired an assistant manager, Kristen Bird-Sheldon. The two of them watch over the rest of the staff, which includes students in the culinary program at New Buffalo High School. Doug said the students have particularly learned from Doug Kowalewicz, who’s worked for years in the restaurant business. The staff is comprised of locals, who come back year after year to serve up a variety of beach fare in their beachside town. “We’re known for having a great staff, they’re always super nice and happy and they just handle everything. I think the combination of having great food and staff is amazing…It’s a happy place,” Liz said. Beachside Scoops is open every day from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and is located at 225 N. Whittaker Street in New Buffalo. For more information, visit beachsidescoops.com or follow them on Facebook.

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n March 28, 2021, Dakota “Cody” Yergeau tragically lost his life after being sweep off the south pier in Saint Joseph, Michigan. After several weeks of continuous searching his body was recovered, thus bringing a small amount of peace and closure to his family. During the time that the search was taking place, the community rallied around his family. The family of Cody Yergeau received numerous donations from the community and the family of Cody wanted the donations to be used in the community in an attempt to prevent another family from experiencing the pain and suffering they endured, while waiting for the recovery of Cody. The family worked with the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office to identify equipment that could potentially be used by first responders to help in the rescue/recovery of individuals, during water rescues. A portion of the donated funds were used to purchase an AquaEye for the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office personnel and other first

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responders during water rescues. AquaEye is an advanced underwater scanner, using the latest in ultrasound G and artificial intelligence technologies to identify human bodies underwater. It is able to scan 85,000 square feet in five minutes. The AquaEye handheld scanner s enables rescuers to quickly access a w scene and identify potential victims r promptly. AquaEye allows a rescuer to t act quickly and search a greater area in u less time and may reduce the need for C additional recovery resources. The Berrien County Sheriff’s Office is extremely thankful to the family of Cody Yergeau and the community for their generosity and the donation of this piece of equipment. The Berrien County T Sheriff’s Office hopes that this piece of m equipment will never have to be utilized m t but realize that water rescues will happen and that this piece of equipment will be utilized when the need arises. The memory of Dakota “Cody” Yergeau will live on, each and every time that the AquaEye is utilized by first responders. — STAFF REPORT

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HOR0SCOPE JULY 22-28, 2021

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

The cosmic spotlight will be on an unexpected social event, an unusual meeting with a friend, or just really appreciating someone’s unusual approach in getting to know you. Issues at home could get pretty complicated, now and having a quirky friend to talk about it with will lighten the mood.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21

Relationship problems will be exposed, this week, and no matter how much you may have gleamed over them before, now is when you will see how much the situation needs to change. The good news is, you are ready to stand on your own to make those changes; no waiting for approval or validation.

Conversations could go awry, or go in a direction you are not expecting this week. It’s important to keep a sense of humor, and not let gossip or misunderstanding cause major friction with friends or partners. Try to see past the awkwardness to the complexities of the relationship.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20

Keep in mind that the energy coming your way could make you more emotionally withdrawn than usual, now and you may come off as overly businesslike or just plain uncaring. It’s important you make the most of the time you have with people. Don’t waste opportunities to show affection.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19

The energy coming your way will highlight problems in the workplace that emphasize the competitive nature of the relationship you are having with those around you. Rather than letting the situation become an energy drain, learn to appreciate the rivalry for the motivation it brings.

There may be some unavoidable expenses or increases in prices that you will have to deal with, this week, but the good news is you will have the extra resources now and also the extra support from family or friends. Be sure to talk things over with others before making big purchases.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21

Relationships with partners and parents could get really complex this week, due to the fact that either your financial or social standing is closely connected with people, who are either not reliable or are not what you thought they would be. This is the time to cut unhealthy ties.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 The stars are shining a light on the complexities of parenthood or the multifaceted approach caring for children takes. Don’t rush this unfolding. Stop and look. The universe is providing you the opportunity to see that people change over time, and our approach and interactions have to adapt.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20

The energy coming your way this week can make it difficult to express your emotions fully or get completely committed to a partnership. This is the time to put your focus on a more spiritual quest and move beyond material relationships and look for a more transcendent connection and experience.

There is an element of surprise in the energy radiating from the stars this week. You may have to contend with some unexpected family matters or some surprise visitors on your doorstep. The good news is whatever happens, you will feel inspired to develop and explore your talents.

The spotlight is on you and how you are going to take control of financial situations and secure resources for the future. The good news is you have a strong planetary influence of practicality and focus radiating at you, helping you make the most of supplies and securing a stable clientele. The energy coming your way this week will help you deal with obstacles and emotional blockages straight away. There will be a motivation to cooperate and share with partners or those you work closely with, which will help you solve problems and stabilize the emotional component in your life.

There is no hiding. — Dino

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OBITUARIES Michael E. “Gene” Heibel

1939-2021

ichael E. “Gene” Heibel, 81, of New Buffalo, passed away, Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church, 718 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo. Private burial will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family Tuesday from 11:30 to 12:45 P.M. at Sommerfeld Chapel, 15 N. Barton St., New Buffalo. Memorial donations in Mike’s name may be made to Caring Circle Hospice. Those wishing to sign Mike’s Memory Book online may do so at www.sommerfeldchapel.com. Mike was born October 11, 1939 in Muskegon, Michigan to Michael G. & Mamie (Dalton) Heibel, one of thirteen children. He graduated from Coopersville High School, Class of 1957. On February 15, 1959 he married the former Frances Teasley in Grand Haven. Mike spent seventeen years teaching building trades at Kent Skill Center in Grand Rapids and part-time at Grand Rapids Junior College. In 1986, Mike & Frances moved to New Buffalo when he purchased his farm which became Mike’s Blueberries, which he continued to operate until the end. Mike also spent

several years teaching building trades at New Buffalo Schools. Mike was a member of St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church, and in his free time enjoyed hunting & fishing, collecting & restoring McCormick & Dearing tractors. But most of all he cherished the time spent with his family. He made them all Number One. Mike is survived by his children-Terri Heibel, Kimberly (Michael) Mund, both of Muskegon, Mickie Heibel of New Buffalo, Timothy Michael (Shelley) Heibel of Norton Shores, Deanna Williams of New Buffalo; ten grandchildren; nineteen greatgrandchildren; several brothers & sisters; and numerous nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Frances on December 4, 2014 and several brothers & sisters.

Kay Marynel Wilson

1937-2021

ay Marynel Wilson, age 84, of Benton Harbor, died peacefully Sunday, July 11, 2021, in the comfort of her family’s presence. She was born June 2, 1937 in Bay City, Michigan to Harold and Nellie Belle Rowell. In addition to being a beautiful mother raising two wonderful children, Kay was ‘the great woman’ behind the scenes supporting her late husband, John

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Wilson’s career in the arts. Kay was instrumental in the day-to-day activities that made Lakeside Studios a welcoming retreat to local and international artists for over twenty-five years at their home in Lakeside, Michigan. Kay also played an integral part in the production and operation of the inaugural Chicago International Art Exposition at Navy Pier. Imagine fifteen years of renting Navy Pier for two weeks in May and assembling galleries from sixty-five countries for a five-day art show open to the public. She kept the books - and everyone in line. While Kay traveled the world, dined with royalty, and danced with diamonds on the soles of her shoes, it was her dear friends and family that remained her priority. Her sweet sensitivities made her a natural companion for animals of all kinds. She often cared for strays, taught her cats to walk on a leash, and in her later years, faithfully fed and watched the flock of turkeys that made their second home in her back yard. Her love of nature was reflected in her great love of her husband John’s traditional pots and Japanese Ukiyo-e prints. Kay lived a charmed life full of good times. Her infinite kindness, resolute strength, and sly wit will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by her daughter, Laurie Wilson of Benton Harbor; son, John David (Susan Edwards) Wilson, Jr.; grandsons, Randy (Sian) Deaton of Lakeside, Eric Deaton of Benton Harbor; and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband of fifty-six years, John David Wilson, Sr.; and her brother, Richard Rowell. A private remembrance will be held by the family in her honor. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks. Please share a memory or a message online at www.wagnercares.com.

Harbor Country Singers (HCH) is currently seeking singers. HCH began in 2016 and has provided a variety of concerts and sing-alongs ever since. Director Cindy Dryden describes the group this way: “Harbor Country Singers is made up of people like you...people who like to sing, who appreciate choral music, who are unafraid to try something new.” The group doesn’t require that you have experience singing in choral groups or that you can read music. In Dryden’s words, “If you can carry a tune, you’re in!” For the interested, or even curious, there will be an informal gathering at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 17, on the stage of the Arts and Education Center at 14 Maple Street in Three Oaks. There, members of the public are welcome to come out and get a taste of what they can be a part of. If you have questions or would like more details, reach out to Cindy at schoolofamericanmusic@gmail.com, 269-409-1191, or visit the website at www.schoolofamericanmusic.com. — STAFF REPORTS

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Animal shelter named after former director BY STAN MADDUX

nwanted pets went from being mostly euthanized to finding new homes on her long running watch. Her legacy is reflected on the new name of the facility. The former LaPorte County Small Animal Shelter is now the Jane Bernard Animal Adoption Center. Bernard retired in February after more than 30 years as director of the shelter beside the LaPorte County Fairgrounds on Indiana 2. “Never in a million years did I ever think that was going to happen,” she said. Bernard, 60, gave much of the credit for the honor to staff members and support from elected officials and the public during her tenure. “That’s why we succeeded and were able to improve the shelter in so many ways,” she said. After coming here from Wisconsin, Bernard was a receptionist for a local veterinarian when tapped to get the LaPorte County government owned shelter plagued by poor record keeping, cockroach infestation and lack of maintenance heading in the right direction. A high rate of animals euthanized under a five day adoption deadline also began to change. Now, dogs and cats stay until they’re adopted and euthanized only if they’re suffering or aggressive toward humans. A major help in the transformation of the facility was the addition of the

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