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Thursday, September 10, 2020

Gov. Whitmer signs order reopening gyms and pools, permitting organized sports with strict safety measures PAGE 4 Potential recreational authority to be pursued by municipal, school representatives PAGE 5 New Buffalo Middle School principal desires to build on individualized education of the student PAGE 8 Marina office building reopens with limited services PAGE 10

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Berrien County Sheriff’s Office K9s Blek, Maxx and Mika to get donation of body armor

errien County Sheriff’s Office K9s Blek, Maxx and Mika will receive bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from the non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. The vests will be embroidered with the sentiment “This gift of protection provided by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.” Delivery is expected within eight to 10 weeks. “We are very appreciative of this donation and pleased to have each of our three K9s chosen to receive these protective vests,” Berrien County Sheriff Paul Bailey said. Blek (pronounced Blek Blue) is a German Shepherd/ Belgian Malinois mix. Blek is from Belarus and was born in July of 2018. Blek is trained in explosive detection, firearms detection, tracking, suspect apprehension, and handler protection. Blek has been partnered with Deputy Brandon Crosby since November of 2019 after they successfully completed basic training at FMK9 in Berrien Springs, Michigan. Blek’s favorite toy is his tug toy. Blek loves to play tug of war. Maxx is a 5-year-old German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois cross from the Netherlands. Maxx is certified in

narcotics detection, tracking, suspect apprehension and handler protection. Maxx is currently assigned to Deputy Paul Grenon. Maxx is certified through the North American Police Work Dog Association. Maxx became a member of the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department in 2017. Maxx loves going to work and in his off time enjoys playing with his favorite toy, a tennis ball. Mika is a 4-year-old Belgian Malinios.

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bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 is U.S. made, custom fitted, and NIJ certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 4,004 vests to K9s in all 50 states at a value of $6.9 million, made possible by both private and corporate donations. The program is open to U.S. dogs that are at least 20 months old, actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the Mika United States. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $960 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1,744-$2,283, weighs an average of 4-5 lb., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call 508-824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718. — STAFF REPORTS

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CITY OF NEW BUFFALO MAYOR LOU O’DONNELL IV CITY COUNCIL Meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30PM DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (DDA) MEETING Meets on the 2nd Thursday May, September, and November at 8AM CITY OF NEW BUFFALO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS Meets on the first 1st Tuesday Quarterly at 7PM NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7PM NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30PM CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30PM THREE OAKS THREE OAKS TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7PM VILLAGE OF THREE OAKS BOARD Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7PM GRAND BEACH VILLAGE OF GRAND BEACH COUNCIL Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7:30PM MICHIANA VILLAGE OF MICHIANA COUNCIL Meets on the 2nd Friday of each month at 1PM

Gov. Whitmer signs order reopening gyms and pools, permitting organized sports with strict safety measures

ov. Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-176 reopening Michigan’s gyms and pools in those regions where they remain closed and allowing for organized sports practices and competitions to resume in those regions where they remain restricted, subject to strict protections meant to limit spread of the virus, Thursday, Sept. 3. Gyms and pools were allowed to begin reopening Wednesday, Sept. 9. The governor also signed Executive Order 2020-175 outlining strict workplace safety measures gyms and pools must follow to protect people from the spread of COVID-19. “Throughout this pandemic, we have followed the best science and data available to make decisions that will keep Michiganders safe, and our hard work is paying off. Today, we are announcing the reopening of gyms and pools with strict safety measures in place to protect patrons and their families,” said Gov. Whitmer in a press release. “I urge everyone who plans to hit the gym after these orders go into effect to take these precautions seriously and do everything in their power to protect themselves and their families. Be smart, and stay safe.” “Individuals can now choose whether or not to play organized sports, and if they do choose to play, this order requires strict safety measures to reduce risk,” said Chief Medical Executive and MDHHS Chief Deputy for Health Dr. Joneigh Khaldun. “However, we know of 30 reported outbreaks involving athletic teams and facilities in August. Based on current data, contact sports create a high risk of COVID-19 transmission and MDHHS strongly recommends against participating in them at this time. We are not out of the woods yet. COVID-19 is still a very real

threat to our families.” “On behalf of the Michigan Fitness Club Association, we appreciate Governor Whitmer’s announcement regarding the re-opening of gyms and fitness centers,” said Alyssa Tushman, vice chair of the Michigan Fitness Club Association. “The health and safety of our members, staff, and the public in general is our top priority. We are well-prepared to ensure a safe, clean environment and we are excited to offer Michiganders the opportunity to resume their exercise routines. We look forward to working with Governor Whitmer and her administration to help build a healthy Michigan.” Under Executive Order 2020-175, all gyms and pools that reopen must enforce strict safety measures. Gyms must require wearing of masks at all times, including times of exercise; configure workout stations or implement protocols to enable 6 feet of distance between individuals during exercise sessions; reduce class sizes to enable at least 6 feet of separation between individuals; provide equipment-cleaning products throughout the gym, and more. Spectators for indoor organized sports are limited to the guests of the athletes, with each athlete designating up to two guests. For outdoor sports competitions, the organizer of the competitions must either limit the audience to the guests of the participants with each athlete designating up to two guests, or limit total attendance to 100 people or fewer, including all participants like athletes, coaches, and staff. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) also released guidance on organized sports. The document recommends against contact sports at this time, defined to mean those sports involving more than occasional and fleeting contact, including football,

basketball, and soccer. It also cites the elevated risk associated with activities that involve “shouting, singing, or breathing forcefully,” and notes there have been 30 reported outbreaks associated with athletic clubs, teams, or athletic facilities. MDHHS’ guidance recommends mitigation measures organized sports teams may take to reduce the spread of COVID-19 during training, practices, and competitions. These recommendations include frequent hand washing, not letting players share towels, clothing, or other items they use to wipe their faces or hands, ensuring proper cleaning and disinfection of objects and equipment, prioritizing outdoor practice, and more. “As we begin to start organized sports back up again, I urge school districts and athletic associations to do everything in their power to protect players, coaches, and staff. That means carefully following the guidelines released today by DHHS,” said Gov. Whitmer. “Going forward, we will continue to work with health experts to assess the risk associated with business sectors that remain closed. For the health and safety of our families and frontline workers, it is crucial that we proceed thoughtfully and incrementally so we can measure the effects of today’s actions before we take additional steps towards re-engagement.” “We are pleased with the opportunity to move forward. Our Association continues to work with a team from the University of Michigan’s School of Public Health to ensure the safety of approximately 90,000 players and 11,000 team officials,” said Thomas Faro, executive director of the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association. “We will continue these efforts through our return to play guidelines and in strict accordance with Governor Whitmer’s Executive Orders.” — STAFF REPORTERS

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BERRIEN RESA TO HELP PROVIDE PPE TO THOUSANDS OF STUDENTS IN BERRIEN COUNTY

s a result of a partnership between the Michigan Department of Education, the Michigan Community Service Commission and the Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators, Berrien RESA will be providing thousands of face coverings to students across Berrien County. “Through our relationship with multiple state departments and associations, we were able to request additional health and safety resources to benefit schools in Berrien County,” said Superintendent Eric Hoppstock in a press release from Berrien RESA. The week of Aug. 31, Hoppstock said that Berrien RESA “applied for 18,500 KN-90 masks for students.” The masks will be delivered by the state to Berrien RESA where they will then be distributed to local school districts based on anticipated need. “All of Berrien County’s school districts have purchased face coverings and other personal protection materials to support a safe return to school,” said Hoppstock. “The masks being provided through the state will supplement their current supply and help reduce expenses as districts replenish their stock throughout the school year.” The KN-90 masks are being procured on behalf of partnering agencies by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Michigan State Police. They are expected to arrive at Berrien RESA for distribution early this fall. — STAFF REPORTS

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Potential recreational authority to be pursued by municipal, school representatives

epresentatives from the City of New Buffalo, New Buffalo Township and New Buffalo Area Schools have decided to move forward with forming a potential recreational authority after meeting during a Zoom workshop Monday, Aug. 31. A public hearing on the proposed authority was supposed to take place in the New Buffalo High School Performing Arts Center in March before COVID-19 hit, Tony McGhee of Abonmarche said during Monday night’s workshop. At the end of 2019, representatives from the school, township and city met to discuss forming the authority to “serve the broader needs of the New Buffalo community,” McGhee said. McGhee referenced Public Act 321 of 2000 or the Recreational Authorities Act, which provides for the “establishment of recreational authorities; to provide powers and duties of an authority; to authorize the assessment of a fee, the levy of a property tax, and the issuance of bonds and notes by an authority; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain government officials.” The Recreational Authorities Act is a “broad” act, McGhee said, and even allows for the land acquisition for park space. State granting organizations, such as the Michigan Department of Natural

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Resources (DNR) have shown “broad and deep support” for recreational authorities when making funding decisions, McGhee said, as they show a spirit of collaboration within a community. Having such an authority would also allow the opportunity to develop “joint communitywide funding strategies to support parks and recreation.” The authority could have five members, with one member appointed by each governing body (the school, city and township) and two at large members from within the authority service area. All capital investments of the authority would be subject to the approval of the entities that make up the authority (the school, city and township). McGhee said the conversation over an authority began with Oselka Park in the city. The school district owns part of Oselka Park, while the city owns the rest. Both entities use parts of the others’ ownership area, McGhee said, which makes investments in the property difficult. Both the city and township use each other’s parks, McGhee added. Potential projects that could be tackled by a recreational authority could be the school-owned Davey Owens property located across from New Buffalo Elementary school, which has the potential for a cross country track, nature trails, mountain biking and other recreational development.

There is also unused right of ways on the other side of Clay Street across from the school and on the other side of the railroad tracks that could be transformed into recreational paths. Property that was purchased by the township for the New Buffalo Township’s new fire station on U.S. Highway 12 also holds the potential for recreational development. Brian Dissette, who was once the city manager of South Haven and is now Berrien County administrator, said that having the South Haven Area Recreation Authority (a partnership of South Haven Charter Township, The City of South Haven and South Haven Public Schools) has allowed the area to now be putting the finishing touches on $2.5 million worth of lake frontage. Dissette said that, while the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund usually takes three to four cycles to get a project funded, the South Haven area was discovering it only took two cycles to receive funds every time. “The state just loves these things so much it was throwing money at it faster than expected when we started doing applications,” he said. In the past, the Trust Fund was giving 75% of available revenue toward land acquisitions and a smaller and 25% toward capital improvement and park projects; however, Dissette said that there was a proposal at the state level for this to be

reversed. New Buffalo Mayor Lou O’Donnell said that New Buffalo would be looking at making improvements and not acquiring land should a recreational authority be formed. “We’ve got plenty of land – we just need some money to make improvements and go from there,” he said. The next steps would be for each entity to appoint a representative to a committee that would be charged with creating recommended bylaws and structures for the Recreational Authority. Each of the authority’s governing bodies would need to approve the proposed bylaws and structure before appointing a member to the authority. New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education President Chuck Heit said that members of the school board’s finance committee could work on the bylaws. O’Donnell said that the city could appoint two people at its next council meeting. Lisa Werner, a member of the school board, said that the elementary school also has 34 acres that could be developed into parks that the community could access. New Buffalo Township Supervisor Michelle Heit said that school districts can’t apply for certain grants, such as ones through the DNR Trust Fund, but municipalities can. “I think it’s a great chance for the public to see us all working together,” she said of the authority.

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eople will soon be able to walk or ride a bicycle on a lakefront trail well under construction in LaPorte. A near mile long stretch of Lakeshore Drive next to Stone Lake started undergoing a complete transformation six weeks ago. When completed in mid-October, one lane from Grangemouth Road to Craven Drive will be for motor vehicle travel while the other lane will be strictly for pedestrians and bicyclists, said LaPorte Parks and Recreation Department Superintendent Mark Schreiber. Scenic overlooks above the water are being added to enhance the experience for users of the trail and for people to fish or dock their boats. Maureen Scott and some of her friends meet on a regular basis to walk along the shoreline near Cummings Lodge at Soldiers Memorial Park. Scott says motor vehicle traffic was never heavy on the former two lane street closed for construction but a trail will make her feel safer and enhance what’s already a beautiful

area. “I’m sure it’s going to make everything look so much nicer. Not that it was bad to begin with but improvements are improvements,” she said. Now that the asphalt has been removed, Schreiber said the road will be repaved starting next week. A divider will go up between the lanes for the safety of people on the trail. Native plants will also go in to further dress up a shoreline, where unsightly stone and concrete slabs were dumped years ago to help with flood control. “It’s going to be great,” Schreiber said. The project costing more than $800,000 is funded mostly by the Healthcare Foundation of LaPorte as part of its goal to make LaPorte one of the top 10 heathiest communities in the state by 2030. Eventually, Schreiber said the trail will connect to a series of trails being developed throughout much of the city.

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New Buffalo Middle School principal desires to build on individualized education of the student at New Buffalo

etting out of one’s country to see the world is something that Bradley Brunner, the new principal at New Buffalo Middle School, highly recommends. “You learn more about your own country sometimes than the country you’re visiting,” he said. Brunner should know. Just a short year ago, he was the director of teaching and learning (Brunner compares the position to assistant superintendent) at Youngson International School of Seoul in Seoul, South Korea. His wife was a math teacher. Brunner met his wife in England. Both were attending a master’s degree program through Michigan State University for teachers, international school leaders and other individuals interested in leadership curriculum. Shortly after marrying, the couple decided that they’d like to someday bring their family to live and work internationally. Years later, after attending a couple of teaching fairs in Boston and San Francisco, they were hired by Youngson. The school primarily served children from embassies throughout the world, Brunner said, such as the embassy of Iraq, the United Emirates and the United States. The children of those embassy workers came to the school. “We had some 50 passports representative of the school where we were,” he said. Brunner said he and his wife meant to stay in the country, with their two sons attending the elementary school there, for two years. Then, COVID-19 hit. Suddenly, traveling back and forth to the United States was no easy feat. “We could stay in South Korea, where we likely wouldn’t see our family for a year and a half,” he said.

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New Buffalo Middle School Principal Bradley Brunner is ready to begin the school year

Before traveling internationally, Brunner received a Bachelor of Applied Science, Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Sciences, Teacher Education from Michigan State University, as well as a Master of Arts, K-12 Administration, Education Leadership. He also received an Educational Specialist (ED. S) degree from the University of Michigan-Flint. Currently, he’s enrolled in the Harvard Business School Online and Graduate School of Education. For 10 years, Brunner taught in Lansing. He was an assistant principal for one year and a principal for five years at Lakeshore High School in Stevensville. Coming to New Buffalo was a “nobrainer” for him and his wife (both from Michigan), he said. “The opportunity to work here was really quick and easy for us,” Brunner said. While most South Koreans were used to dealing with pandemics, students at his school fled to their respective countries, forcing teachers to go the virtual route. “We got kids with no internet connection

in Afghanistan, we were working with kids all in different time zones – it was crazy there, trying to operate a school during a pandemic,” he said. Since South Korea was more prepared, the country got the pandemic under control quickly. As a result, Youngson was allowed to be open for nine days in late May for the students to be together.

aving been through the reopening of a school already, Brunner said he’s not too worried about having to tread down that

road again. “The second go around feels different, since I’ve been down that road,” he said. The initial fear of reopening does give way to hope, Brunner said. “When you’re a teacher and have all the students come in and all sitting in the classroom in rows, they’re quiet and they’re all staring at you with masks on their faces - its vey symbolic something’s not right,” he said.

“But you get over that after a bit of time learning how to follow procedures and still talking and maintaining connections with friends and teachers. Over time, you realize it all adds up to things are different but you can still achieve goals and it can still be a positive experience,” Brunner added. One major goal of Brunner’s is to ensure that students feel like school is a safe refuge for them. “I want to have a place where students want to be: A positive place, a caring place, for students to achieve at the highest level. Any kid who walks through the door, we have to educate at the same level as any other child and we want to make sure students feel that way when they come here,” he said. “It’s one of the best schools in the country and I want to maintain that and make sure students get a good, individualized education,” Brunner added. Calling them the “formative” years, Brunner said that middle school is the ideal time for students to get a head start on answering the age-old question: What do you want to be when you grow up? “It’s making sure middle school is talking more and more about what are your interests and motivations and what you like to do – to start the thinking process a little bit more so, by the time you get to high school, you can start narrowing down those thoughts,” he said. Building on New Buffalo’s positive reputation is also one of Brunner’s longterm goals. “When people come out of this place, this is a small little town, but when they go somewhere, they honestly know where it is - New Buffalo High School is a Blue Ribbon School and having that sort of achievement associated with it is phenomenal. People know that and they recognize that,” he said.

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SPORTS From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

he Saint Louis Cardinals have been my least favorite baseball team for as long as I can remember. When I was a teenager they made a trade with my beloved Cubbies, giving up a sore armed pitcher for a speedy young outfielder. The pitcher, Ernie Broglio, had a short, three year stint with the Cubs, winning seven games and losing 19. The outfielder, Lou Brock, went on to play sixteen seasons with the Cardinals, setting stolen base records, amassing over three thousand hits, getting elected to the hall of fame, and leading the team to two World Series wins.The trade was arguably the most lopsided trade in the history of baseball, and of course the Cubs got the short end of the stick. While that explains my dislike of the Cardinals, I was never able to transfer those feelings to Brock. He was a really good and exciting ball player who seemed to always be enjoying himself playing the game of baseball. Lou Brock passed away Sunday at the age of 81. He was a class act, even though he spent most of his career in Saint Louis. R.I.P Lou Brock. The biggest news, by far, in Chicago sports this week was the naming of Mitch Trubisky to begin the season as the Bears’ starting quarterback. Trivially, for now, won the battle with newcomer Nick Foles, and next Sunday, when the Bears take on the Detroit Lions, Trubisky will be the starter. Most people disagree with this decision, but not me. While Trubisky

had a bad year last year, I attribute that to injuries. Two years ago, he led the team to an 11-5 record and if it weren’t for Cody Parkers double doink missed field goal, the Bears could have been on their way to the Super Bowl. I believe that coach Nagy and quarterback Trubisky are a winning combination and the Bears are going to have a terrific season. While there aren’t many people on my bandwagon at the moment, I think it will become pretty crowded as the season progresses. While the Cubs were losing a double header to the Cardinals (grr), the White Sox were continuing to win. They have a really good lineup and rookie Luis Robert appears to be a superstar in the making. Robert is an excellent fielder with a great arm. He’s fast and he can hit the ball a mile. He’s only a rookie, and when he figures out major league pitching in the not too distant future, I feel he can be one of the best, if not the best player in the game. With a pitching ace like Lucas Giolito and a really powerful lineup, the Sox could very well go all the way this year. The Cubs are struggling, but remain in first place. This year has been so strange that maybe a Chicago city series isn’t out of the question. Napoleon Hill said, “Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice, and is never the result of selfishness.” Stay safe. Be kind. Have fun. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

Fall sports will happen in Michigan schools

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“Given the challenges of online education in many school districts across the state, providing sports and a daily routine may be more important Whitmer. than ever in motivating students In New Buffalo, the decision and providing a safe outlet for means football previously physical activity, competition moved to spring will begin and socialization,” he said. a six-game regular season Football players for the Bison schedule Sept. 18 followed by an were continuing to practice automatic berth in the playoffs. despite the season being moved Volleyball and to spring. soccer teams can Johnson said Johnson said begin competing knowing there attendance immediately. would be a fall is limited by Matt Johnson, season made a MHSAA to the New Buffalo noticeable difference two tickets High School athletic in the attitude of his each player director and head football players. will receive to coach of the varsity give to family “You could football team, called members for definitely feel more the decision “a each game. intensity and a little breath of fresh air.” more energy at “I think it was a practice,” he said. relief more than anything,” he The number of spectators said. for games in the fall will be Last month, the Michigan scaled back to guarantee social High School Athletic Association distancing for preventing a moved football season to COVID-19 spread. the spring but waited for Johnson said attendance is any changes the governor limited by MHSAA to two tickets might make on her COVID-19 each player will receive to give restrictions on when to begin to family members for each volleyball and soccer. game. All fall sports were given the “Obviously, we want to get green light to occur during the fans in the stands but at the fall semester when Whitmer end of the day we want our kids allowed schools to reopen their playing games and whatever gymnasiums and swimming we can do to allow our kids to pools Sept. 3 (see page 4). compete safely and still follow MHSAA Executive Director the guidelines is what we’re Mark Uyl expressed gratitude to the governor for her decision. going to do,” he said. igh schools in Michigan will be playing fall sports at the blessing of Gov. Gretchen

It should be noted that children at play are not playing about; their games should be seen as their most serious-minded activity. — Michel de Montaigne

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PINK SLIPS LAND AT AIRPLANE PARTS FACTORY IN LAPORTE

he major downturn in commercial flying brought on by COVID-19 has caused a maker of airplane parts in LaPorte to trim its workforce. Howmet Aerospace has cut 115 positions through lay-offs and voluntary retirement at its plant at 926 E. Lincolnway. The lay-offs represent another round of labor cuts triggered by the pandemic at other Howmet Aerospace locations. For example, about one-third of the over 2,000 employees at Howmet Aerospace near Muskegon, Michigan, were let go in June and 65 out of 560 workers were laid off from its facility in Wichita Falls, Texas, in April. “We always value and continue to value the contributions of our staff and we regret the need for this action,” said Paul Erwin, senior communications manager for Howmet Aerospace out of Pittsburgh. About 660 people are still employed at the La Porte facility, he said. Erwin said fewer commercial flights since the start of the pandemic in March has reduced demand for the high performance engine components made at the plant. He said the parts are used by Boeing, Air Bus and other makers of airplanes. “Unfortunately, people are not traveling and that has a ripple through effect on the economy,” Erwin said. The company with 26 other locations in the U.S. and other countries like Mexico, Canada and France also makes fasteners and titanium structures for aerospace application along with forged aluminum wheels for heavy trucks. Erwin said the lay-offs in LaPorte took effect from Aug. 27 to Sept. 4. He said whether the employees will be called back or if more workforce cuts happen is not known. “We’re closely monitoring demand from our customers and as more data becomes available we take a look at what we can do and make staffing decisions based on that,” he said. — STAN MADDUX

Marina office building reopens with limited services

BY STAN MADDUX

he transient marina office building operated by the city of New Buffalo has partially reopened following an August 28 fire. City Manager Dave Richards said the office on the east side of the structure was back in service for issuing permits to rent slips to visitors in the transient marina prior to the busy Labor Day weekend. Richards said that portion of the building did not sustain any fire damage but there were electrical issues repaired that allowed the lights in the office to come back on. The restrooms, showers and laundry room in the structure are still out of service. Portable restrooms with shower facilities were placed on the west side of the building just prior to the start of the weekend to serve boaters renting slips in the transient marina. Richards said the portable facilities with running water and electricity were provided by Joy’s Johns for $2,200 a week until October 15 when the marina office building traditionally closes for the season depending on the weather. The cost of the portable facilities is being paid for by the city’s insurance provider, he said. “They have regular stalls and they’re modern and they’re clean and they have showers as well. It’s a real nice facility,” Richards said. No portable laundry facilities are being provided. Richards said the fire damage above the ceiling in one of the restrooms was limited to the insulation and some of the joists in wooden structure along with parts of the electrical system. He did not know when the entire building will reopen since the damage and how to go about the repairs were still being assessed. “We’ll get some quotes and decide how to proceed with repairs,” he said. The cause of the fire was blamed on an overheated fan in the ventilation system for the restrooms.

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On the water concert in LaPorte scheduled for Sept. 11 Boaters from the water at no cost can watch one of the biggest names in country music perform on the 19th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on U.S. soil. Eddie Montgomery will be on a stage on a narrow strip of land stretching into Pine Lake off Island Drive in LaPorte. There will be fireworks above the water at the end of the Sept. 11 concert beginning at 5 p.m. with recording artists Frank Ray and Lucas John. Montgomery is the lead singer of Montgomery Gentry, which stayed together after the 2017 helicopter crash death of Troy Gentry. Gentry was the other lead performer of the group with five No. 1 singles, including “Back When I Knew It All” from 2008. Bethany Lutheran Church is one of the sponsors of the concert honoring all first responders and victims of the terrorist attacks marked primarily by the toppling of both World Trade Center towers in New York City. “We want to not let it go by without thanking those people who run toward danger,” said Rev. Dennis Meyer, pastor of the church at 102 G. Street. The church was among the sponsors of a July 4 above the water fireworks exhibition drawing more than 200 boats to Pine Lake after the traditional show at the LaPorte County fairgrounds was cancelled due to COVID-19. Meyer said the response to the fireworks show was also an incentive for putting together the upcoming concert. He said only sponsors of the event and their guests will be allowed into the concert on land to guard against spreading the virus. There is no limit to the number of people on boats. “Get your boats. Find your friends with boats and come out,” Meyer said. Meyer said donations are welcome and any proceeds left after expenses are paid will go to help local first responders. “We are all about expressing God’s love and finding ways of serving the community. So, this is a chance to celebrate and give thanks to all of the heroes and remember 9/11,” he said. — STAN

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Woman closing in on 10,000 masks BY STAN MADDUX

children’s clothing store owner in LaPorte started churning out masks with her sewing machine to fill a need in hospitals at the start of the pandemic. Patti Pierson is now approaching 10,000 masks for all sorts of people. She doesn’t plan on stopping any time soon despite relying on energy drinks sometimes to keep going. “I thought I would be moving on with the other things I need to be doing but I guess this is important, too. We’re going to keep doing it,” she said. Pierson, owner of “The Pink Sheep” in the 600 block of Lincolnway, started making masks for her sister, Casey Hahney, in March. Hahney, a respiratory therapist from Hobart, wanted the masks to help with a shortage in the hospitals she was working at the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak. Other hospitals learning about her effort placed orders. Pierson then started making masks for local first responders. Now, she’s making them for teachers in several of the schools in LaPorte and for local youth in Pop Warner Football to sell for their fundraiser. The 300 masks for the football players contain the LaPorte High School nickname “Slicers.”

The orange logo was heat sealed by Pierson into the black fabric. As of last Tuesday, the masks she’s made totaled 9,652. “We’ll be hitting the big 10,000 this month. Yay,” she said. Pierson said more than one-third of her masks have been donated. The rest are sold in her store for $4 and $5 apiece to help offset the cost of materials. Pierson, who makes some of the clothing primarily for younger children in her store, had plenty of material in stock at the beginning until running low from continued high demand for her masks. She just received 144 yards of elastic, which should last her for about a week. Her husband, Keith, and a few other individuals pitch in by cutting and sewing the material together when they can. Pierson said her days, which are often 16 hours long, are split between her duties at the store, making masks and raising her two sons, Coltt, 11, and Remington, 3. Despite her work load, Pierson said the reward of helping others is another source of fuel that keeps her at the sewing machine. “My mom helps watch the kids. I don’t get much sleep but it’s worth it,” she said.

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Back to School 2020 NEW BUFFALO AREA SCHOOLS IMPLEMENT CHANGES IN TIME OF CORONAVIRUS

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

o say that changes will abound during this school year at New Buffalo Area Schools is a bit of an understatement. “Things are different,” New Buffalo High School Principal Wayne Butler said. The school district had its first half day of the 2020-2021 school year Tuesday, Sept. 8. Students and teachers were welcomed back into the school buildings for the first time since March 13, when Gov. Gretchen Whitmer passed an executive order closing schools throughout Michigan. The New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education approved the district’s Return to School Roadmap last month. This gives parents the choice whether to send their children back to inperson learning or participate in the Bison Virtual Academy. According to New Buffalo Area Schools Superintendent Dr. Jeff Leslie, out of the entire district, 88 students will be doing virtual learning. For those who are returning to the buildings, things might look a bit different. “We’ve gone a long way to put all guidelines that are required in place - we’ve gone above and beyond…I feel we had to literally rethink everything we do,” Butler said. “The teachers are doing a great job of being innovative and coming up with solutions to things we haven’t even thought

about,” he added. Signage has been posted throughout the middle and high school building, reminding students to wear their masks. The hallways will have markers on floor, ensuring that everyone’s “driving on the right side of the road,” Butler said. At the middle and high school, students and teachers must wear their masks all the time, except at lunch. In the elementary school, students can remove their masks in the classrooms and at lunch but must wear them on the buses and in the common areas. Lunch will still look different in the high school, though. Butler said that there will now be three stations for food instead of two to “diffuse” the students throughout the area. Tables are now spread out throughout the cafeteria, the common areas and the gyms, since only two students are allowed at each table. Students will be released from lunch in a “staggered” fashion, Butler said: One day, students in the common area will be released first; the next day, it’ll be students in the cafeteria. “It’s a huge effort in coordination,” he said. Back in the classroom, desks have also been spaced apart and class sizes have grown smaller. Times when students will be released from each classroom in each wing of the building will also be staggered so as to “take down the congestion in

Students return to New Buffalo Elementary School Tuesday, Sept. 8

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School Resource Officer Sgt. Michael Troup and New Buffalo Elementary School Principal Adam Bowen greet students on the first day back

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Students make their way to New Buffalo Elementary School Tuesday, Spet. 8

New Buffalo Elementary School Principal Adam Bowen greets students on the first day of school

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Delaney, Joey and McKenna Bowers are ready for the 2020-2021 school year at NBES

ew Buffalo Elementary School Principal Adam Bowen said that the school has also implemented similar safety protocols. “Everyone has to do a little bit more this year than compared to what they’ve done,” he said. Signage is posted throughout the building, as well as sanitation stations and more garbage cans. Due to the two-person-pertable rule, Bowen said students in kindergarten through second grade will be eating in the cafeteria, while the upper elementary students will eat in their classroom (Bowen said they’ve had to hire more personnel to watch those students). While school doors used to open at 7:10 for breakfast every morning, students will now need to walk directly to their classrooms when the doors open at 8:10 every morning to enjoy breakfast there. Plexiglas dividers will be at the tables. For first through fifth grade students, the PTO has purchased desk cubicle dividers. “Since they don’t have to wear face masks, that’s an added barrier to droplets that aren’t being sprayed upon,” Bowen said. Each classroom has a sink, soap and paper towels, along with water bottle fillers since students can’t use the drinking fountains. HVAC systems with ionizer purifiers have been installed to remove impurities in the air.

Like the middle/high school, arrows on the ground will direct students where to go. Leslie said that he’s observed students on the athletic teams as well as band camp. “Students who’ve been around so far are our athletes and are doing what they’re told,” he said. “It’s just going to be nice to get them all back in the classroom,” he said. Bowen said students are prepared for taking precautions. “We’re a PBIS school, which is “positive behavioral interventions and supports,” so we already explicitly teach children how we want them to behave in certain areas of the building - that’s just going to be amped up this year because there’s extra safety precautions,” he said. “I told my staff this morning, it’ll be a little different but we’re trying not to make it scary, especially for little ones. Let’s not worry about academics, let’s build a culture and a positive climate, this is their safe place, so let’s let them have a little bit of fun and team building before they get into the books,” Bowen said. Butler said that he also has faith in the older set of students – who, like the younger set, are more than excited to get back in the classroom. “I’m very optimistic that we will work through the problems and challenges that we have and the kids will be safe,” he said. Accepting the fact that everyone has to work together to make it work will be the school’s “mantra” for the next couple months. “If we want to be together, we have to work at being together that’s going to promote a culture of caring,” he said.

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THREE OAKS MUSEUM TO HOLD PET ELECTIONS

o you have a pup that’s prime? A good-citizen kitty? A civilservant snake? These are the questions The Region of Three Oaks Museum (TROTOM) is asking all area pet owners who want to enter their talented pets in its timely “Pet President of TROTOM” election. Votes with accompanying voluntary contributions may be cast at local businesses displaying the ballot with all the candidates’ pictures and platforms. The ballot will be rotated to participating businesses during October. Final votes can be cast on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3, in the Museum’s newly acquired Old Township Hall, 8 E. Linden Street, Three Oaks. The winner will be determined by the total amount of donations submitted to each pet’s platform. To enter the election, owners should submit a 4- by 6-inch photo along with the pet’s name, brief statement of why it should be chosen for the honor and a $10 entry fee. Deadline for entry is Monday, Sept. 28. Entries can be turned in at the Museum, 5 Featherbone Ave., Friday through Sunday, noon to 5 p.m., mailed to TROTOM, P.O. Box 121, Three Oaks, MI, 49128 or emailed to trotommuseum@gmail.com. — STAFF REPORTS

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he Berrien Community Foundation (BCF) Arts Challenge has reached its goal of collectively raising $75,000, and then some. Inspired by arts organizations’ desire to collaborate, an anonymous donor pledged to match up to $75,000 to support local arts organizations. Thus, the BCF Arts Challenge had the potential to provide $150,000 or more in much needed operating support for the 10 participating organizations. The BCF Arts Challenge campaign concluded last week, raising $216,048.96 as of Aug. 28, 2020. Planning for the BCF Arts Challenge started in May, when leaders from each organization unified for a common goal: raising $75,000 to meet the donor challenge. “They came together for this challenge and now they come together again in gratitude. This new arts alliance couldn’t have done it without their dedicated patrons and supporters,” a press release from Berrien Community Foundation said. “It is becoming crystal clear that this community loves and supports the arts,” said BCF President Lisa Cripps-Downey. “People stepped up to help ensure our arts organizations can survive and thrive. Whether it

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difficult times, it’s also inspired us to continue working together for long term Arts sustainability in Southwest Michigan,” said Susan Dietrich-Reed of The Citadel Dance and Music Center. The 10 arts organizations that were involved were: The Acorn ARS Gallery, Arts and Culture Center The Citadel Dance and Music Center Children’s Music Workshop The GhostLight Theatre Krasl Art Center Performing Arts Workshops Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra Twin City Players Water Street Glassworks The Acorn’s Executive Director Sandra Thompson shared, “The experience of working together with these other arts organizations in Berrien County has been truly inspiring. I am so proud of the quality, richness and variety of offerings these 10 arts organizations bring to our local communities. What a great place to visit. What a great place to live. Losing any one of these organizations due to the pandemic crisis we are experiencing would be damaging to our economic and cultural vitality,” said Acorn Executive Director Sandra Thompson. — STAFF REPORTS

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HOROSCOPE SEPTEMBER 10-17, 2020

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Dig deeper into your professional life and confront personal hang-ups that keep you from putting yourself out there more. Harness your ability to shake things up in a way that has you coming out on top this week. Put yourself out there by reaching out to old contacts and previous employers.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22

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A surprising event will encourage you to change the way you have been confronting situations, or should I say not confronting situations. This is a call to action. Start taking more control over your daily routines and the rest will fall into place. This is the final chapter in a turbulent story.

You will be pleasantly surprised by the unexpected support or praise that you get from powerful people this week. This recognition is the culmination of a lot of hard work and will bring about a breakthrough and a higher position. It is through others that you make the proper adjustments to succeed.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20

What you want out of life doesn’t have to make sense to the world at large, it only has to serve you and bring you happiness. Now is the time to evaluate what you need to feel fulfilled, not what others tell you, you need. You are resilient and can bounce back with full strength.

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CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19

You are entering the final stages of major changes and there could be moments this week when you feel at odds with others or pushed into certain things, even though you had hoped to stay uninvolved. Embrace this as an opportunity to get closure and have a happy conclusion.

Communications may not go as you had hoped but they will propel you to a higher level this week and force you to change directions or make alternative choices. Even though it may not be your first choice, it will be a personal breakthrough and a positive shift.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21

Be aware that there will be a lot of rumors, gossip and unfounded claims flying around this week, causing you to question who is in charge and what the truth is. You are entering the final chapter of a family saga of sorts and if you want clarity, you will have to be honest about your feelings first.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 Get ready for an exciting shift of events that will give your social life a much needed boost. You will be pleasantly surprised by an unusual connection you share with a coworker that brings the two of you closer or settles an outstanding issue. There will be a happy conclusion here.

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You will be making a very valuable connection this week that will ultimately help you make many much needed adjustments on the home-front. This is the time to express your ideas and desires to others. Connections and communications can reach a deeper level now.

This week will have a very forward feeling momentum to it, helping you get a lot accomplished and many things prepared for the future. Now is the time to shake things up in professional relationships. Even though there will be a shocking turn of events, it will uncover a very positive situation for you.

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You will be much more intuitive now and will sense when others are not being completely transparent. Pay attention to any unsettling inner feelings you experience because there is a foreshadowing happening here, clueing you in to a future commitment or a financial shift. There will be a surprising communication this week that will help jumpstart your career or advance your financial portfolio. The support and advice you receive now will have the propensity to change how you go about your daily routines and bring a much needed reprieve.

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Dining with nature at Cafe Gulistan

BY LAWRENCE VON EBELER

ith the pandemic limiting one’s choices, it’s not so easy to find a place for fine dining out anywhere these days. While The Cafe Gulistan’s doors are closed, you can count on dining grandly “outside” – literally. While the restaurant has closed its door to diners inside, diners can go outside with a dining experience on its beautifully landscaped lawns and charming patio, as well as enjoy unique fun with the added charm of fabulous entertainment at 8:30 p.m. Thursdays with Livia Gazzolo singing and David Lahm accompanying her. Last Thursday night was one of those special occasions, when restaurateur- owner Ibrahim Parluk was serving fabulous Middle Eastern food from his Kurdish menu for those fortunate enough to have seating at this great, new opportunity to “dine under the stars.” Last Thursday had the renown NYC pianist David Lahm on the keys, while the fabulous Livia Gazzolo (Parluk’s gifted daughter) was singing to classic jazz arrangements that are compelling and charming. Livia’s voice and style, combined with David’s accompaniment, created an extraordinary listening experience. Livia (who is most inspired by Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, and Chet Baker) doesn’t just sing at her father’s restaurant she also has a very popular following on the Chicago fine dining circuit, as well has been featured in “The Mouse House” when the cat’s away, for the past two years, the So Ho House, The Hotel Zachary and the Up Room at the Robey Hotel (to name a few). Inheriting her folk’s good looks, hearing Livia singing is almost like having cocktails at the Algonquin with her style and lyrical tones, that are so refreshing, nostalgic and mesmerizing. Café Gulistan is located at 13582 Red Arrow Hwy. in Harbert. For reservations, call 269469-6779. The on-line menu is available at www.cafegulistan.com. Modified hours of operation are Thursday through Tuesday, 4 to 9 p.m. (the restaurant is closed Wednesdays).

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HIKERS TO EXPLORE THE ‘FIFTH SEASON’ THIS WEEKEND

he Harbor Country Hikers will explore seasonal changes in a hike at the Chikaming Township Park and Preserve at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12. Sometimes called the “fifth season,” the last weeks of summer see a quick burst of growth and fascinating changes as plants and animals prepare for the coming winter. In addition, the hikers will hike a different section of the 263acre preserve than they have in previous hikes. A local gem, Chikaming Park and Preserve hosts at least eight different types of ecosystems and is popular among birders, hikers, trail bicyclers and gardeners. The hike is expected to take about two hours and cover 1.75 miles. It is rated easy to moderate. The preserve is located on Warren Woods Road 1.4 miles east of Red Arrow Highway. The group will meet in the parking lot nearest the entrance. Those who attend are urged to wear long pants, a hat, sturdy shoes or boots, and to bring water. Membership in the Hikers is encouraged, but all are welcome at its hikes. For more details and directions, visit harborcountryhikers.com. The Hikers observe social distancing guidelines and require use of face masks at its events. — STAFF REPORTS

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School of American Music to resume Free Family Concerts with award-winning vocalist

amileh Cornejo, an awardwinning vocalist and student of the School of American Music (SAM), will headline the next Free Family Concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, at Converge Community Church, 601 N. Buffalo Street (US 12), in New Buffalo. Cornejo, who appeared recently at Harbor Country Arts’ Music in the Park series in Three Oaks, will present a repertoire of opera and art songs, Broadway selections and modern song. Cornejo has participated in and won numerous competitions, among them Hoosier Star, the Indiana State Fair and the First Christian Church of Rolling Prairie’s Music in Me. Admission to the concert is free, though donations are appreciated. Those who plan to attend are urged to register for free tickets in advance at schoolofamericanmusic.com under the Tickets & Merchandise tab. Tickets are not required, however. Converge Community Church

has socially distanced seating and limited capacity, in accordance with Michigan COVID-19 guidelines. Attendees are asked to wear face masks. If attendance exceeds capacity, there is an overflow area at the church to which the concert will be broadcast. SAM’s Free Family Concerts, begun last fall with performers from the Michigan City Chamber Music Festival and others, were created to bring free, quality music to the community. The concerts are appropriate for both adults and children, and are supported by the Pokagon Fund. Now in its eighth year, the School of American Music currently offers socially distanced, one-on-one lessons at its Arts and Education Center in Three Oaks, and remote lessons via Zoom and other platforms. The school welcomes child, teen and adult students and has a liberal scholarship program. For more information, visit, www. schoolofamericanmusic.com. — STAFF REPORTS

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