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Despite efforts, Endeavor succumbs PAGE 5

“Three Oaks Against the World:” A study in sentimentality PAGE 7 Board members approve athletics teams’ appointments, discuss Building Trades house PAGE 10

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

SPEEDWAY ROBBERY

n Monday morning, September 11, at approx. 4:31 a.m. a white male subject entered the Speedway Gas Station on West Ash Street in Three Oaks, and ordered the cashier to open the register. The subject ordered the cashier to hand over all of the money from the register and left on foot, westbound, with an unknown amount of money. No weapons were seen. A K9 was used to track the subject, who was wearing a green/ yellow baseball style hat. If anyone has any information about this incident please contact the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office at 269-9887141. Agencies involved in the incident were: Berrien County Sherriff department, Pokagon Tribal Police, New Buffalo City Police, and Three Oaks Police.

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CORVETTE CENTRAL TO HOST CANDIDATE MEET AND GREET

orvette Central in Three Oaks will be hosting a Meet and Greet for Dr. Matt Longjohn Thursday, Sept. 28, from 6 to 8:30 pm., which will include refreshments. Longjohn is a Democratic candidate for Michigan’s sixth congressional district in the November 2018 election. A doctor from Portage, he has decided to run for Congress to improve the health and quality of life for everyone in Southwest Michigan. The sixth congressional district includes all of Berrien, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph, and Van Buren counties and most of Allegan County. Those who are unable to attend should visit his website, MattLongjohnForCongress. com or his Facebook page MattLongjohnForCongress. Corvette Central is located at 13550 Three Oaks Road in Sawyer, Michigan. — Staff Report

Light House Creek Drain Project began LINDA HENDERSON IN NEW BUFFALO

he Berrien County Drain Commission began the Lighthouse Creek Drain #298 project with the removal of old growth Cottonwood and other trees and underbrush along the banks of the creek in Schultz Memorial Park in Sunset Shores, on Tuesday, September 5. Payne Tree Service of Edwardsburg, Mi. will perform all of the tree and brush removal, over a 17 day period, during the weeks of September 5 through September 29, 2017. At a pre-construction meeting, for the $2,655,000 project, which was held on August 2, Selge Construction Company, Inc. of Niles, Mi. unveiled the construction timeline as follows: Sheet pile wall cut and boulder revetment, 9 days, October 2 through October 12, Rough grading channel, 7 days, October 13 through October 23, Channel blankets and Rip Rap to box culvert, 8 days, October 24 through November 2, Box culvert and south side Rip Rap, 14 days November 3 to November 22, Sanitary/Waterman replacement, 2 days, November 27 to November 28, Pavement replacement, 2 days, November 29 through November 30, Sidewalk and split rail fence, 3 days, December 1 to December 5, Final clean up and restoration, 2 days, December 6 through December 7. The scope of work includes constructing a new culvert under Water Street in Sunset Shores and raising the berm at the water plant lagoon. Any sand that is removed near the outlet of the creek will be placed on the beach. During the duration of the project the Drain Commissioners office confirmed that one lane of the bridge will remain open for ingress and egress to the west side of Sunset Shores and to Warwick Shores. The Lighthouse Creek Storm water Management has been a concern of the City of New Buffalo for many years. In July of 2013, the New Buffalo City Council approved a resolution to transfer jurisdiction of the Lighthouse Creek to the Berrien County Drain Commission. The Lighthouse Creek culvert project has been under their jurisdiction since that time. Studies and assessments of the properties along the creek and drain areas have been on-going for the past four years by the B.C. Drain Commission. The scope of work included acquisition of property easements, and engineering studies for the construction of a new culvert under Water Street and for raising the berm at the City water plant lagoon/retention pond. The project will also include a new bridge, lighting and a sidewalk, serving Sunset Shores, on the west side of Water Street. A new sanitary line and water main is also planned to be installed under Water Street. The Lighthouse Creek Drain District is a very large area which includes a large portion of the southwest side of the city and to the north, Sunset Shore and Warwick Shores. The township areas include an area south of U.S 12 including Wilson Road, Lubke Road, Whittaker Woods Golf course, ending around Rose City Road. The district is laid out on a map which shows how large the district is and how the boundaries wind throughout the area. Lighthouse Creek empties into Lake Michigan about 3,000 feet southwest of the mouth of the Galien River. The 4.1 square miles in the Lighthouse Creek watershed basin is made up of the following: - Approximately 3.2 square miles are in New Buffalo Township (about 78%) -Approximately 0.47 square miles are in the City of New Buffalo (about 12%) - Approximately 0.43 square miles are in Springfield Twp., IN (about 10%) Selge Construction of Niles, Mi. was the low bidder for the project at $1,273,287.50. In addition to the construction costs, there have also been legal and engineering costs and other soft costs related to the project, which are reported to be in excess of $500,000. The project, estimated at $2,655,000, is being paid for by several municipal entities and private property owners’ apportionment assessments; The City of New Buffalo will pay the largest assessment, 44.8 percent, or a total of $1,189,440. The city can spread the cost over a 20 year period, which will be approximately $83,690.28 annually, plus interest. New Buffalo Township will pay 8 percent of the costs for a total of $212,400 or $14,944.69 annually, plus interest, over 20 years. Berrien County will pay 10 percent of the total costs, CSX Railroad will pay 1.65 percent and MDOT will pay 4.81 percent. The balance of the cost, 30.74 percent was divided amongst private property parcels. Private parcels located within the drain district were determined by a topographical map and the apportionments were determined by square footage of land. The apportionment schedule which was released by the County Drain Commissioner Christopher J. Quattrin, on June 14, was 13 pages long and identified every tax parcel located within the drain district that will contribute to the overall cost of the project. The average city lot-size parcel was assessed a total amount of between $750 and $800 or approximately $60.00 annually, plus interest, over 20 years. The City of New Buffalo spent a number of years evaluating remedies to the creek overflow issues, including numerous engineering studies to provide options to resolve the potential flooding and other related concerns from the creek, especially the possibility of permit violations due to the close proximity of the City’s Water Filtration Plant. To review the City engineering studies visit the www. cityof newbuffalo.org and click on City Projects.

Coastal Cleanup coming this weekend This weekend, residents will have the chance to participate in the Great Lakes’ largest cleanup of the year during the International Coastal Cleanup. Thousands of people from all over the region will hit their local beaches to keep them healthy and beautiful Saturday, Sept. 16. More volunteers are welcome to join. To lead a cleanup or join a group, visit Greatlakes.org. — STAFF REPORTS

Chikaming Open Lands introduces Take-A-Hike! program

hikaming Open Lands (COL) is launching Take-A-Hike, a monthly program of family friendly walks through COL’s nature preserves. The themed hikes will feature interactive activities, crafts and games. The first hike, “Fall Colors,” will take place from 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24, at Robinson Woods Preserve. The hike will be led by COL Education and Outreach Coordinator Casey Struecker, and will focus on why leaves change colors and what plants and animals can be found in Robinson Woods during the fall season. Upcoming hikes include “Nocturnal Animals” scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 15, and “Getting Ready for Winter” scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 5. Both hikes will take place at 3 p.m. “This is a perfect activity for any type of family. It will help kids get connected to nature and explore the outdoors through fun and interactive activities while walking through the woods,” said Struecker. “Each hike will be different throughout the year so you will really get to explore the area around us and see how it changes from season to season.” The program is free and registration is not required. For more information, go to COL’s website, chikamingopenlands. org, or contact Struecker at cstruecker@chikamingopenlands. org and at (265) 405-1006. — Staff Reports

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Despite efforts, Endeavor succumbs LINDA HENDERSON IN NEW BUFFALO

ive days after Endeavour, a 60 foot Sea Ray Sundancer, ended up stranded off the rocks on the west side of the New Buffalo Harbor jetty, she was slowly towed by Donkersloot & Sons Marine Development to B & E Marine, Inc. in Michigan City, Ind, but the effort did not succeed. Prior to towing, there were long and carful preparations by Donkersloot and Tow Boat US, which were overseen by the U.S. Coast Guard, but in the end the boat did not survive the accident. After a fourhour, very slow tow by Donkersloot’s Jamie Lynn from New Buffalo harbor, down the coast to Michigan City’s Trail Creek, Endeavour was hoisted on the travel lift at B & E Marine Services, but four days of waves pounding her haul proved too much and she gave way. The dual Man Diesel inboard engines broke open the haul and dropped into the water as she was being hoisted out of the water. It was reported that the bottom of the damaged vessel just broke away and she was ultimately not salvageable. The boat had taken a severe beating by the high wave action throughout the five long days she remained in the water awaiting for safe sea conditions, to be rescued. Crews from Donkersloot and Tow Boat US had taken careful precautions to secure the vessel for towing to Michigan City, In. because the New Buffalo harbor does not have lifts strong enough to haul a 60-foot boat out of the water. When the lake flattened on Friday, to less than 2-foot seas, Donkersloot was able to move the Jamie Lynn out of the federal channel to

begin the towing preparations, along with crews and divers from Tow Boat US. The Jamie Lynn’s crane hoisted the vessel and divers placed air bags under the front and aft end of the boat all during the day on Friday. Tow Boat US crews had been pumping water and sand out of the interior of the vessel throughout the week. Late Friday evening, as the sun was setting, the Jamie Lynn safely towed Endeavour into the eastside harbor basin so that on Saturday morning divers could safely dive under the boat to place the air bags under her mid-section for safe transport. The goal was to have Endeavour 100 percent out of the water. By 2 p.m., she was finally resting on over twenty airbags and the towing operation began. The Jamie Lynn slowly towed her west, with two vessels from Tow Boat US accompanying the traveling operation.

During preparations for the towing operation, U.S. Coast Guard officers from the Response Detachment Division, USLSS Station #9, Eleventh District Coast Guard Station #270 in Grand Haven, oversaw the rescue operations to assure all personnel safety measures were being taken. They also oversaw the placement of fuel booms along the shoreline, on both sides of the harbor basin and federal channel. The long fuel booms were placed in the water to catch any floating fuel or petroleum products that could leak from the vessel and pollute the water. The booms were placed as a precautionary measure, according to USCG Officer Willett.

he accident occurred in the morning of Tuesday, Sept. 5. The boat, Endeavour, was attempting to return to New Buffalo Harbor when her engines failed, causing the 60-foot Sea Ray to be thrown off course and onto the harbor jetty rocks to the east of the Lake Michigan Yacht Club beach. Permanently moored in South Cove Light House Point, Endeavor, owned by Dr. Henry DeLeeuw, was returning from St. Joseph, Michigan. The waves at the time of the accident were rolling in at three to five feet and were continuing to build on the lake. Double red warning flags flew over the New Buffalo beach at the time of the incident. One passenger reportedly sustained a broken leg when he went overboard and was pinned between the tossing vessel and the jetty rocks in very lifethreatening conditions. Following his rescue from the choppy waters, by South Cove Management staff, Dan D’Agostino and boat owner Mike Von James, who were aided by boater Ron Bissonnette and the US Coast Guard, he was transported by Medic 1 Ambulance to St. Anthony’s Hospital in Michigan City, Ind. where he was air lifted to South Bend, Ind. His condition was not known at press time.

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o further address Chikaming Township’s upcoming proposed road millage, the Neighbors for Good Roads committee will be hosting an open house at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, at Chikaming Township Hall. In July 2016, a small group of Chikaming residents met with the Berrien County Road Commission to explore what could be done to improve DINE IN • CARRYOUT • CATERING the poor conditions of the township’s local roads. The group quickly learned EVENT SPACE • GOURMET GROCERY DINE DINE INDINE •INCARRYOUT • CATERING IN • CARRYOUT • •CATERING DOWNTOWN THREE OAKS • CARRYOUT CATERING that there is not nearly enough money coming back to the township from EVENT SPACE • GOURMET GROCERY EVENT SPACE GOURMET GROCERY EVENT SPACE • •GOURMET GROCERY the 16 cents per gallon gasoline sales tax. While the Road Commission is DOWNTOWN THREE OAKS DOWNTOWN THREE OAKS responsible for maintaining the township’s 21 miles of primary roads and 41 DOWNTOWN THREE OAKS miles of local roads, they have insufficient funds, even with some additional new road funds from the state, to maintain the primary roads. As a result, *317933* *317933* the township is left with the task of funding the repair and maintenance of 41 miles of local roads. The group was also surprised to learn that 10 out of Teaching Through The Bible, Verse by Verse, Chapter by Chapter 22 other townships within Berrien County have already voted to have a road millage. The group asked the Road Commission to put together a plan over the next five to six years that would return township roads to their former 1st Friday of the Month safe and sound conditions and to share with them the plan’s overall cost. Free Family Movie - 7:00 pm Since that time, the group of concerned residents has grown to a committee of 10. They are: Bob Beemer, Mary Brown, Tom Hackley, Jerry Kohn, Amy 3rd Friday of the Month Mader, Lou Price, Angela Reichert, Joanne Sims, Steve Smith and Gary Open Mic Night - 7:00 pm Wood. Wood was chosen to chair the committee. Since last summer, the committee has met regularly to study the issue and decide on how to best Weekly Bible Studies move forward. At the July 13, 2017, Chikaming Township Board Meeting, the committee requested the township to schedule a vote to approve a 1mil tax specifically to be used to repair the local roads within the township. The Sunday 10:15 am millage would be applied to taxable values for six years from 2017 to 2022 and would raise an estimated $614,524 in the first year the millage is levied. After discussion on the matter during their July 13 meeting, Chikaming Township Board members voted unanimously to adopt a resolution to put a 1615 East Buffalo St • Pastor Len Pera • 269-548-9980 • calvarychapelnb.org six-year 1.0 mill road millage proposal on the Nov. 7, 2017, ballot. The committee is now raising the money to conduct the election. At the open house at Chikaming Township Hall, they will explain the six-year road repair plan and answer questions about the project and proposed millage. “No one likes to see an increase in their taxes. But, the committee could not find any other way to bring our roads back from the terrible condition they are in today other than to have a millage, as other townships in the county have done,” Wood said of the millage. “Waiting longer to get the roads repaired will just cost taxpayers more in the future, as road beds continue to deteriorate and repairs and maintenance become more expensive. Some of our roads have already deteriorated to the point that the pavement will have to be torn up, foundations rebuilt, and roads resurfaced,” he added. Treasurer Angela Reichert added that, due to the election being a special one, the committee must raise an estimated $8000 to cover its cost. “To date, over 20 residents have contributed over $6000 toward that cost,” she said. Chikaming Township Hall is located at 13535 Red Arrow Highway in Harbert, Michigan. — STAFF REPORTS *317933*

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“Three Oaks Against the World:” A study in sentimentality

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f you are of a certain mindset, as well as educated and sophisticated, you might have an attitude about sentimentality being a literal “crutch” of sorts. If that’s the case, you should have seen “Three Oaks Against the World: A Historical Play” at the Acorn Theater Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 8 and 9. Written by Allen Turner and directed by John Hancock, the play took sentimentality to new heights of acceptance and appreciation. Somehow, Turner and Hancock transformed what might have been a saccharine, gushy performance into a marvelous creation. There was not a millisecond of this show that was not fun, informative, moving and worth every audience members’ dimes. With a platoon of mostly amateur (but highly motivated) players, the play hysterically and enthusiastically portrayed Three Oaks’ 150-year history. Produced by Carrie Ehlert with musical direction by Garth Taylor, this show was the quintessential Donna Mitchell and Sandra Thompson sesquicentennial creation that most anyone with a heartbeat would appreciate, causing them to be stirred to new heights of genuine, unmitigated sentimentality. Having Choreographer Cindy Melcher collaborate with Stage Manager Dan Breen helped lift the show’s success to incredible heights, as it was sold out for both Saturday’s and Sunday’s performances. Actors and actresses included Martha Cares of Allen Turner and John Hancock Phantom of the Opera fame; Carolyn Drier, who runs her historic Drier’s Meat Market when not performing; Kevin Lee Giese, who is currently director of theater at Portage High School in Portage, Indiana, as well as a familiar, talented, popular actor for the past 30 years; and Dalton Stanage, who is a Farm Bureau Insurance Agency owner and a pastor in Weko Gene and Carol Svebakken Beach, as well as husband to Mollie and father of six children. Gene Svebakken is a retired president of the Lutheran Child and Family Services for 55 years. He and his wife, Carol, are totally immersed in various Three Oaks events and activities, and live in a historic Warren house. David Fink founded the Acorn and owns the building, and produces fabulous shows at the Acorn as well as in Chicago. Tori Titmas is a professional actress, singer and writer from Chicago’s Second City’s Conservatory. Acorn Executive Director Sandra Thompson also found time in her busy schedule to perform brilliantly in this show. One could say that this show will be remembered as one of the most historical, hysterical shows ever produced at the Acorn. Shame on you if you missed it - but you can catch the next one in 150 years.

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s part of his Economic Club of Southwestern Michigan Speakers Series visit, personal money management expert, radio personality, and best-selling author Dave Ramsey will hold a book signing event from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, in the Hawks Nest student activities center located in Lake Michigan College’s main academic building. Two of Ramsey’s best sellers, “EntreLeadership” and “The Total Money Makeover,” will be available for purchase during the event through Barnes & Noble College Booksellers. Later that evening, Ramsey will speak as part of The Economic Club of Southwestern Michigan Speakers Series. Since the presentation will be held at The Mendel Center, it will be open to Speakers Series members and the public. Public ticket options include Grand Upton Hall Dinner ($93), Grand Upton Hall Speaker-Only ($70), or Mainstage Theatre ($50) tickets. Grand Upton Hall doors open at 5:30 p.m., Mainstage doors open at 6 p.m., and the presentation begins at 7 p.m. Details about each ticket level are available at TheEconClub.com. Presentation tickets may be purchased at www.TheEconClub.com/single-ticket-pricing, by calling 269-927-8700, option 1, or in person at The Mendel Center Box Office. The box office is open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ramsey offers a life-changing message as host of a nationally syndicated radio program, The Dave Ramsey Show, which is heard by more than 13 million listeners each week on more than 585 radio stations throughout the United States and digitally through podcasts, online audio streaming and a 24-hour online streaming video channel. More than 4.5 million people have attended Financial Peace University (FPU) classes at their workplace, church, military base, local nonprofit organization, community group, or Spanishspeaking organization. Lake Michigan College is located at 2755 East Napier Avenue in Benton Harbor, Michigan. — STAFF REPORTS

Harvest fun in St. Joseph coming next weekend

veryone’s favorite fall activities will be coming together Friday and Saturday, Sept. 22-23, in downtown St. Joseph, Michigan. The weekend, which was planned by St. Joseph Today, will include a Fall Fest, a Wine Festival and the City of St. Joseph’s Public Art Auction of its giant fish and shark sculptures. The fifth annual Rotary and Slumberland Great Bed Race will get rolling at 4:30 p.m. on Lake Boulevard Friday, Sept. 22. Onlookers can cheer teams as they race bed frames to the finish line. This fundraiser benefits Benton Harbor Sunrise Rotary youth programs and the Slumberland Furniture 40 Winks Foundation, which provides mattresses and beds to children who need them. The Critter Barn will bring rural living to the city by featuring goats, rabbits, ducks and more animals from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, in Lake Bluff Park. Families can gather up just-harvested fruits and vegetables, locally raised meats, cider and fall decorations at the downtown Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. along Lake Bluff Park. Additional activities will include a face painter and balloon twisters from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Great Pumpkin Festival, sponsored by the Benton Harbor Sunshine Rotary, will run from 10 a.m. to 1:45p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23. The fun-filled event, which will include pumpkin carving and decorating contests, will culminate with the Great Pumpkin Race at 1:45 p.m. Participants will cheer on a flotilla of mini numbered pumpkins dropped in a pool onsite. The first five pumpkins to cross the finish line will win $1,000, $300, $200, $100 and $50. A $10 entry fee will benefit Benton Harbor youth programs. All tickets will be sold by 1:45 p.m. and entrants do not need to be present to win. The St. Joseph Wine Festival will also take place Saturday, Sept. 23, at Whirlpool Centennial Park. This 4 to 9 p.m. event will be presented by Lake Michigan College’s Wine and Viticulture Technology program and will feature vintages from state wineries, local cuisine, live music and front row views of the sunset. Admission is free. Wine tasting starts at $10 and includes five drink tickets and a tasting cup. A small selection of craft beer and cider will also be available. Music will be provided by the Boyne City-based Galactic Sherpas. For an updated list of participating wineries and restaurants, visit the events page at Facebook.com/stjoetoday. Sponsors for the Fall and Wine Festivals include MedExpress Urgent Care, Beaudoin Electrical Construction, the City of St. Joseph, and Lake Michigan College’s Wine and Viticulture Technology program and Vail Rubber Works. — STAFF REPORTS

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LRSB discusses SAC Requests

he members of Pokagon-New Buffalo Area Local Revenue Sharing Board (LRSB) reviewed the previously submitted requests for Specific Actual Costs (SAC) distribution Tuesday, Sept. 12. Three municipal entities submitted requests; Berrien County requested a total of $150,226 for SACs for two departments; Judicial and Jail costs were $31,382 and 9-1-1 Dispatch requested $118,843.00 for the costs to handle the increase in calls from the service area since the casino opened. The County Health Department did not file a request for 2017. The County SAC request represents a decrease of $41,132 from 2016. Berrien County RESA requested $17,490.00. This represents reimbursement for student costs whose parents are employees of Four Winds Casino. New Buffalo Township requested a total reimbursement of $154,496.46, which was $285,071.72 less than their request in 2016. The reason for the decrease was the lower reimbursement request of $138,182.50 for police protection costs. The Township residents voted for a Public Safety Millage in November 2016 to cover the operating costs of the Berrien County Sheriff, a contracted law enforcement department, which reduced their SAC request for police protection by $288,562.04 from the $426,744.54 they requested in 2016. They did ask for police protection reimbursement of $138,182.50 for a period of four months, July through November 2016, which was the period before the millage was passed. New Buffalo Township also requested $16,313.96 for maintenance and operating costs associated with the booster station that supplies water to the Four Winds Casino in New Buffalo. Chair and Township Representative Pete Rahm open the discussion of the requests by asking for member input. Tribal Representative Matt Wesaw led off the discussion by stating the Tribe’s position on all of the request. He said that the Tribe did not support all of the requests by Berrien County or Berrien County RESA. He stated his displeasure with the RESA request presented, which included names of individual students. He said that it was totally inappropriate to mention names and had hoped for a retraction and an apology, but none had been received. Other members agreed with his dissatisfaction. Despite that opinion, he said, “Their request was not an issue for this body, it is over and above” and it did not meet the standards set forth by the SAC by-laws, further, he said that RESA receives state reimbursement for student costs. He stated that the Tribe would support the Jail costs for this year only and in the future they would negotiate a payment schedule with the Sheriff’s Department for

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housing inmates as a result of Tribal arrests. Jail costs said that opinion applied to other incidents, not just were approximately $16,000. He stated that they did judicial. He said that the municipalities were doing not support the Judicial Costs because the prosecutor their normal course of business, with or without the and the courts did not incur additional expenses or Casino being built. Scott argued, “If the Casino was hire new judges or prosecutors to hear cases related to not there, we wouldn’t have these costs. These charges the Casino and he added, “They are performing their happened because of the Casino; if not there, these normal course of business.” He also said that the Tribe charges wouldn’t happen.” would not support the 9-1-1 service request because it Following discussion Chair Rahm made a motion to did not meet the guidelines. bring the SAC request forward for approval (or denial) He said the Tribe will support, for this year only, the at the next LRSB board meeting. (His motion was not reimbursement of four months of police protection for a motion to approve the requests.) The motion passed New Buffalo Township. four to one, with Scott New Buffalo Township requested a total voting nay. He stated that they would reimbursement of $154,496.46, which support the request was $285,071.72 less than their request he Specific because last year the in 2016. The reason for the decrease Actual Cost board had not officially was the lower reimbursement request voted to disallow the costs (SAC) requests of $138,182.50 for police protection and the expenses were totaled costs. The Township residents voted for already contracted. He $322,212.46 a Public Safety Millage in November said that in the future the for 2017. None of the 2016 to cover the operating costs of the Tribe will not support this other six municipalities Berrien County Sheriff, a contracted law request. or the New Buffalo Area enforcement department, which reduced He stated that they will Schools submitted SAC their SAC request for police protection support the request for requests for 2017. by $288,562.04 from the $426,744.54 the water booster station Each October the they requested in 2016. They did ask maintenance because that LRSB distributes 2% of for police protection reimbursement of was a specific agreement the electronic gaming $138,182.50 for a period of four months, between New Buffalo revenue from the Four July through November 2016, which Township and the Four Winds Casino and was the period before the millage was Winds Casino to supply Resort in New Buffalo passed. New Buffalo Township also water, prior to the casino according to the 2000 requested $16,313.96 for maintenance opening. State Compact Agreement and operating costs associated with the Wesaw stated that the between the Pokagon booster station that supplies water to the position taken by the Band of Potawatomi Four Winds Casino in New Buffalo. Tribe is by book. He Indians, New Buffalo stated in the past they Township, New Buffalo supported many requests because “there was the spirit City and Berrien County. The LRSB funds are allocated of the requests and but now the Tribe is going to go in three ways; Specific Actual Costs incurred as a result by the intent of the language (of the By-laws).” He of the casino being located in the County and in the further said, “The PILT funds will cover 9-1-1- and Harbor Country community, Payment in Lieu of Taxes other expenses. There are no additional expenses (PILT) for the government entities that would normally incurred. That is what the PILT money is for and receive tax reimbursement from the property and a nobody is losing money.” Following the discussion by predetermined percentage amount is allocated to the others he also requested that if, at the October meeting, Harbor Country communities and the County as a a unanimous decision is not met for SAC distribution, “Discretionary” payout. The SAC reimbursement come that the PILT distribution be released to all of those off the top of the pay outs. municipalities entitled to a payment. The Pokagon-New Buffalo Area Local Revenue County Commissioner Ezra Scott questioned a few Sharing Board distributed a total of $4,570,168.84 to statements by Wesaw and asked why the Tribe had the municipalities in 2016. At this time, the Casino has supported judicial requests in the past. He cited some not yet awarded the 2017 distribution. arrests and cases tried in court, which had taken place The next regular meeting of the LRSB will be held on Casino property, but Wesaw said, “How can they at 8:30 a.m. on October 10, 2017 at the New Buffalo double bill for something they are already doing.” He Township Hall.

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CHALK BOARD scholastics

Board members approve athletics teams’ appointments, discuss Building Trades house

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

ew Buffalo Area Schools Word and Number Movement with Board of Education ChromaGen Vision. The program is a members had some partnership between the school system appointments to approve and Smoke Vision Care in New Buffalo, for the district’s athletics as students would need an optometrist teams at their first meeting of the new to perform an eye exam on them before school year Monday, Sept. 11. receiving a ChromaGen exam. At last Board members approved the addition month’s meeting, Board members heard of Douglas Roch as a volunteer assistant that the district had been approved for middle school soccer, as well as the for a grant from The Pokagon Fund employment of Patricia Newton as middle in the amount of $7,000 to go toward school cross country coach and Lea the payment of the exams, which will Oedzes as middle school cheer coach. be administered by Smoke Vision Board members accepted, with regret, Care in New Buffalo. While Leslie said the resignation of Lisa Knoll for middle that, originally, he was hoping to have school cross country coach. examinations begin next week, they Also at the meeting, board members would now be beginning them Monday, approved employing Jo Ann Wilson as Oct. 2. a regular bus driver for the school year. The possibility of the district having Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Leslie said a School Resource Officer (SRO) was that Wilson had previously served as a once again discussed. At a meeting last substitute bus driver; however, due to the month, Board President Chuck Heit busyness of the school year, the need had had brought up having an SRO as well arisen to now make her a regular one. as looking at contracts used by other Leslie gave an update on the high districts when employing one. Leslie said school Building Trades’ new house, which he was scheduled to have a webinar that is located in Summerhill Estates at 11130 Strawberry Fields Avenue in New Buffalo. week discussing SROs in schools. Board members agreed that they were still open Last spring, the school district purchased to having one in the future, with Treasurer five lots in the Summerhill subdivision. Pano Arvanitis saying that he still wanted Next school year, the students will begin Leslie to investigate the matter further. construction on one of the remaining four “It’s something we still need to look lots; however, Leslie said that they were into,” he said. still focused on trying to sell the house Vice President Frank Magro added that on the first lot. He said that they have it was important that they, as a district, recently reduced the price of the house fromN $340,000 to $335,000. 30 Whittaker St • Open Dailyagreed on “what we want out of” an SRO and what they hoped to gain from having Leslie gave an update on the district’s one. Vision Examination Pilot Program on

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ast week, Phase One of the long-anticipated Safe Routes to School (SRTS) sidewalk installation program was officially kicked off in the City of New Buffalo. In July 2014, the city was awarded a grant in the amount of $584,000 from the Michigan Fitness Council/Safe Routes to Schools (SRTS) and the Michigan Department of Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) to develop sidewalks and programs that will allow children safe passage to and from three New Buffalo schools: New Buffalo Elementary and Middle/High schools and St. Mary of the Lake Catholic School. The grant is to provide for approximately 3.5 miles of new sidewalks for the SRTS sidewalk program. There will be new five-foot-wide sidewalks on both sides of designated streets installed in various locations throughout the city, enabling children a safe route to walk to city schools. Phase One will be the construction of sidewalks in the southeastern section of the project, which includes the Indiana, Bronson and Norton street areas. This first network of sidewalks will connect New Buffalo Middle/High School with a walking route to Buffalo Street and onward toward Whittaker Street and the lake front. Last week, crews from Northern Construction Services of Niles performed saw cutting work in anticipation of the heavier construction activity taking place this week. Last week, surveyors marked locations for the contractor to build the sidewalks. The lath surveying stakes that will be in the ground are not the location of the sidewalks, as they are being set in an offset pattern for the contractor to measure off for the location of the actual sidewalk. Prior to the start of the project, property owners were contacted by Abonmarche via a flyer to determine what existing vegetation, plantings or decorations that are located in the city right-of way that they wanted to retain. Relocating plantings was the responsibility of the homeowner; however, if they wished for any plantings to be removed, the contractor handled that during the construction preparation. At a public July 2016 meeting, which was attended by some residents objecting to the project, former City Manager Rob Anderson said the city would like to move forward with infrastructure investments, and that the $584,000 grant was a chance to get a network of sidewalks underway. He said that in urban planning and design, complete streets are not considered complete without pedestrian pathways. Following the meeting, some compromises were made; however, some residents remained unhappy with the proposed sidewalk installation. Project Manager Tony McGee of Abonmarche said that, where possible, the placement of sidewalks had been adjusted to project existing trees. Grant specifications called for the five-foot standard for safe passage of wheelchairs and buggies that may be traveling in opposite directions on the walkways. Phase Two of the project will include the southwestern area of the city and includes planned sidewalks on the following streets: southeast of Detroit Street near the elementary school with sidewalks on both sides of Clinton, Marshall, Monroe streets (north to Indiana Street), Eagle, and Chicago to Indiana streets. Phase Three of the project will include streets in the northwestern side of the city, near St. Mary’s school. The streets that will be included are: North Berrien Street between Mechanic and US12/ Buffalo Street, Merchant between Berrien and Smith streets and US12/Buffalo between, approximately, Eagle and Willard streets. The three phases of the project are scheduled for substantial completion by the end of October 2017, weather permitting. McGee said that site restoration, like new grass seed, will most likely be done in the spring for best results. McGee stated that the construction team will continue to work with area residents and coordinate scheduling throughout the project. The federal government originally adopted the SRTS grant program as a national initiative to encourage exercise and get more kids mobile by riding their bikes or walking to school, which they felt would slow down childhood obesity. The program was also developed to assist communities to improve their sidewalk networks to benefit the community as a whole. Studies have shown that sidewalks reduce the number of pedestrians hit by cars, reduce vehicle congestion and air pollution, promote health and fitness and improve community security, as well as beautify and improve property values throughout the community. The Safe Routes to School Program is not intended for the general repair of sidewalks. The grant program has a limited scope, which is to focus on improving the connectivity between neighborhoods and the schools. The grant, as awarded, did not include repairs to existing sidewalks. The project was a result of a strong team effort between the New Buffalo Area Schools, St. Mary of the Lake School System, the City of New Buffalo, SRTS/MDOT and Pokagon Fund Grants for funding engineering, the Friends of Harbor Country Trails and previous project manager-Landscape Architects and Planners. Abonmarche, the firm hired to engineer and manage the Whittaker Street redevelopment project, is also overseeing this project for the city. If you have any questions, please contact McGhee at (269) 927-2295 ext. 130. Project information and maps are available for review on the city website, wwwcityofnewbuffalo.org.

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Grave Matters forum at the Township library

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rave Matters: A History of Graveyards, Cemeteries, Markers, Monuments and Mausoleums” is the title for the upcoming Friends of New Buffalo Library Public Forum at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 25, at New Buffalo Township Library. The history of the park cemetery movement will be discussed by Kathy Cyr, executive director for the History Center at Courthouse Square in Berrien Springs. The presentation will look at the movement that transformed church graveyards into a park setting where Victorian Americans strolled in quiet contemplation and even enjoyed picnic dinners. The forum will also discuss the many motifs of gravestone art that convey meaning to viewers. Other upcoming, free FOL Community Forums include: “Michiana’s Native Americans” scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 3; “Evidence Found: Explorations in Archeology” scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 17, and an afternoon Halloween Hootenanny for Sunday, Oct. 29. The Community Forum Series is sponsored by the Friends of New Buffalo Library, underwritten in part by The Pokagon Fund. For further information, call New Buffalo Township Library at 269-4692933, follow the Facebook link at newbuffalotownshiplibrary.org or email new. buffalo.FOL@gmail.com. The library is located at 33 North Thompson Street in New Buffalo. — STAFF REPORTS

Library to host grant writing workshop

grant writing and fundraising workshop will be held from 8:30 a.m. to noon Thursday, Oct. 5, at the New Buffalo Township Library. Sponsored by SCORE Kalamazoo/SW Michigan, Berrien County Community Foundation and The Pokagon Fund, the workshop will provide attendees an opportunity to hear a donor’s recommendations on ways to improve both process and strategy for more effective grant writing. Led by Berrien County Community Foundation President Lisa Cripps-Downey, the session will share essential tips on developing and communicating a case for giving and becoming grant ready. There is a $15 fee for pre-paid registration by Pay Pal or credit card, $20 by cash or check only at the door. There will be an 8:30 a.m. complimentary breakfast. Those who would like to attend but cannot afford the workshop fee should contact Janet Cocciarelli at jcocciarelli@pokagonfund.org. For more information or to register, please visit Workshop Information and Registration. — STAFF REPORTS

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oday, 16 years ago, our nation was struck with terror unlike what we have ever witnessed. Like most of you, I can remember where I was the moment I heard the news that we were under attack and would like to share some of my reflections from that day. I can still feel the raw emotion of that day as I watched with terror as the events unfolded in New York, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. The heavy heart and pitted stomach that I had while witnessing pain and destruction wrought on so many innocence lives. I remember how people came together. Family, friends, neighbors, and communities united in a show of support and spirit of comradery so strong that it lifted the burden of uncertainty and fear – however briefly – from our souls. I remember the incredible tales of bravery, self-sacrifice, and compassion that bubbled up in the moments after. I can particularly remember the family from Kalamazoo County who lost their son, a recent college graduate, and printed a book whose proceeds went to help Afghan orphans. That spirit is America at its very best.

I remember the weeks following the attacks, when folks were putting the pieces back together and Congress had returned to session. As I would drive to our nation’s Capitol building, I noticed that every single overpass proudly hosted an American flag. Then, the Pentagon would emerge on the horizon, still wounded from the attack. Over its large gash, an American flag was placed that reminded us of a Band-Aid – letting us know that everything will be alright with time. And so it was. We restored the Pentagon, added a national park as a memorial to the passengers on Flight 93, and constructed One World Trade Center as a shining example of the American spirit - unbreakable. We must also honor the many, many brave men and women lost fighting the war on terror and we pray for those on the front lines now. On September 11, we will always remember pain. But as we continue to heal, let us remember that we are all friends, neighbors, and Americans. United together, we can continue to make this world a brighter place. God bless, — FRED UPTON

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Michigan DNR announces Hunter Safety Class

four-week Michigan DNR Hunter Safety course will be conducted at the New Troy Community Center from 5 to 8 p.m. beginning Wednesday, Sept. 20 and continuing through Oct. 11, with registration taking place on the first night of the class. Participation requires attendance at all four classes. No exceptions will be made. Hunter Safety Certificates will be issued following a test administered during the final class. There is no fee to take this class and it is open to both adults and students eight years or older, although those aged 10 or younger will need an adult to mentor them. This will be the only Hunter Safety Class to be offered this autumn. It is sponsored by River Valley Outdoor Sports, with Jack Schmidt as senior instructor. No field days will be conducted. The New Troy Community Center is located at 13372 California Road in New Troy, Michigan. For more information, contact Schmidt at 269-756-9281. — STAFF REPORTS

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Pristine Pools featured at first seasonal Chamber mixer

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

arbor Country Chamber of Commerce members kicked off another season of mixing and mingling with fellow business owners during the first Chamber Mixer held since June on Thursday, Sept. 7. The mixer was hosted by Pristine Pool and Spa, LLC, which is located in New Buffalo. Fresco, which is also located in New Buffalo, provided the food while Shady Creek Winery from Michigan City, Indiana, provided the drinks. According to Pristine Pool Co-owner Glenn Fadden, after getting laid off from a large pool company that required him to travel the country in 2010, he decided to start his own. He added that he and his wife, Dawn, had been occupying the business’ 18703 US Highway 12 location in New Buffalo since St. Patrick’s Day in Spring 2015. “It’s been a big move for us,” he said, adding that the move to the building “changed things for the good.” The business specializes in designing and building custom swimming pools and spas. Among the services that they offer are new pool and spa installations, installations of energy-efficient solar heating, pool tune-up packages and pool equipment upgrades. Glenn added that they had “in the neighborhood” of 100 accounts, which includes a lot of rental properties. They also have a weekend service, which requires them to be on call all hours of the day. He gave credit to their employees for always providing such great service to their customers. “We have a great team onboard,” he said. Fresco Owner Susan Cartee said that they were in their third year of business in downtown New Buffalo. She said they strive to source locally and organic “as much as we can,” and that they make everything in house. They also strive to cater to all their customers, including to those who are vegan. Chamber Executive Director Viki Gudas announced that the Chamber’s annual meeting would be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, at Timothy’s in Union Pier. She said that there, members can have the opportunity to catch up on the latest Chamber happenings and provide their own opinions. “That is the chance to hear everything that you want to know about what your chamber is up to - ask questions, [give] input on what you’d like to see us do,” she said, adding that they did have a “couple changes” in store for the remainder of the year. Gudas welcomed new Chamber member, C & A Arborists, a tree service located in New Buffalo.

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Redman & Company Owner Reese Herrera with Michiana Humane Society Marketing Manager Marie Huthwaite

Glenn Fadden discusses his business

Madeline Tuszynski and Alison Hickok show off some Shady Creek wines

Terry Beverley, Justin Morian, Cindy Beverley and Mike Rita check out one of the spas

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Township library to feature young poets

ew Buffalo Township Library will be hosting its third annual Young Poets Reading at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, in the library’s Pokagon Room. Audience members will have the chance to hear a group of young poets read their own poetry before esteemed judges. The reading will be followed by an award ceremony, where refreshments will also be available. New Buffalo Township Library is located at 33 North Thompson Street in New Buffalo. — STAFF REPORTS

Apple-themed Three Oaks Museum kid’s program this Saturday

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pples!” is the title for the Region of Three Oaks Museum’s children’s program at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, The program will kick off the upcoming series of seasonal programs that include a story, snack, craft and song. Participants will learn about the importance of apples and other fall treats in the Southwest Michigan region and enjoy an applethemed craft and book, as well as delicious apple snacks. Classes are restricted to a minimum of three and maximum of 10. Participants must contact the museum at trotommuseum@gmail.com to register in advance. This is not a drop-off event, but parents are welcome to explore the museum as their children play. The Region of Three Oaks Museum is located at 5 Featherbone Avenue in Three Oaks, Michigan. — STAFF REPORTS

History Museum to offer Oliver Mansion tour this weekend

special tour of The History Museum’s Oliver Mansion in South Bend will takes place at 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16. Led by Deputy Director Brandon Anderson, the behind-thescenes tour will focus on the architectural elements of the historic house. Anderson will also explore the changes and evolution of the mansion throughout the 75 years that the Oliver family called 808 West Washington Street home. The tour is unique in that the Oliver Mansion is one of the few house museums in the country that contain all original artifacts. The mansion and its contents were donated to the Northern Indiana Historical Society in 1988. Designed by architect Charles Alonzo Rich, the Oliver Mansion was born as a meticulous vision drawn in ink on paper. The final 38-room masterpiece, built of granite, varied in some ways from that original vision--both on the exterior and the interior--through changes made at the time of construction. Public tours of the mansion have been conducted since 1990. The Oliver Mansion Specialty Tours are part of “Holm Sweet Holm,” made possible in part through the generous support of Visit South Bend Mishawaka and WSBT 96.1FM and Sunny 101.5. For more information, call (574) 2359664 or visit www.historymuseumSB.org. The cost for the tour is $25/general or $20 for members. Tickets are limited. Reservations are required and can be made online at www.historymuseumSB.org by calling 574-235-9664, ext. 238. The main entrance to The History Museum and the Studebaker National Museum is located on Thomas Street, which is between Washington Street and Western Avenue (one block south of Washington Street) in South Bend, Indiana. — STAFF REPORTS

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From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

here is something primal about the beginning of an NFL season. School is back in session, which means that the high school, as well as the collegiate seasons, have started; however, now the big boys are coming out to play. The teams have restocked and retooled, the exhibition season has mercifully come to an end, the fans have selected their fantasy teams, and everyone is anticipating the opening kickoff of their favorite team. Because the defending champion New England Patriots surprisingly lost their opener to the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday night, every other team has at least a one half game lead over last year’s champs, so even fans of the lowly Bears seem to have a glimmer of hope. The Bears opener against last year’s runner ups, the Atlanta Falcons, will have either reinforced or dashed those hopes. Interest in football seems to be down a little this year because of some off the field issues and the fear of the long term problems that seem to be a result of multiple concussions. On the other hand, Bears fans appear cautiously optimistic. The team was so bad last year that there is no way to go but up. More importantly, after years of mediocrity at the quarterback position, the Bears might have actually drafted a young man who will shortly be able to play that important position with the best of them. Mitchell Trubisky has sparkled in the preseason and almost as importantly, his coach revealed that Mitch has the “it” factor, which is coach speak for saying he is developing into a leader. I, for one, can’t wait to see how this young man develops. All that he seems to be lacking right now is experience, so those of us who are ready to anoint him as our savior will have to be patient. Sometime this year or next, though, he will be given the keys to the car, and if he’s as good as I believe he will be, the Bears will no longer be fighting to stay out of the cellar but instead will be playing in Super Bowls. Let’s shift gears. Last weekend, I went to Arlington Park Race Track. Horse racing used to be a big deal, but its popularity has taken a hit in recent years. After spending an afternoon at this beautiful track, it’s hard for me to understand why. The horses are beautiful, the people watching is excellent, and the excitement is palpable. I was introduced to a gentleman who worked for “Arlington University,” and he taught me how to read the program so that I would have a better opportunity to actually win a little money. His favorite Pagehorse 1 for the day was running in the sixth race. Although my bets are usually very modest, my friends and I decided to join together and bet a little extra. To add a little personal appeal, the horse’s initials were G.G. - the same initials my grandkids gave to my mom, who loved Arlington Park. The horse actually won (thanks mom). When I have gone to racetracks in the past, I would bet on long shots in the last few races, trying to recoup the money I had lost. This time, there was no need for any “get even specials.” I must admit that winning does make an enjoyable day at the track even better. Finally, on a completely serious note, let’s all do whatever we can for the victims of hurricanes Harvey and Irma. Many are helping and all deserve recognition, but I am going to single out one member of the Houston Texans. J.J. Watt, a great defensive end on the field, is proving that he’s a great man off the field too. J.J. donated $100,000 to help the city of Houston rebuild after the devastation of Hurricane Harvey. He then started a campaign to raise another $100,000. That goal was obliterated, and his fundraising efforts have raised in excess of $30 million in just a couple of weeks. When he took the field for Houston’s opener, he was greeted with thunderous applause. Kudos to you, Mr. Watt. William Shakespeare said, “One touch of nature makes the whole world kin.” Be careful out there. Make good choices. Keep smiling. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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Bison lose to Parchment

ew Buffalo lost a close match on Friday to Parchment, losing 28-21 in the final minute of the game. The Bison started strong, with a 19-yard run by quarterback Andrew Coffeen and a successful kick by Robby Thorn putting the team up 7-0 at the end of the first quarter. Parchment scored their first touchdown in the second quarter when Ontayveon Fry caught a pass from Garrett Stutz. The conversion attempt failed. In the final seconds of the first half Thorn’s 15-yard field goal missed its mark, giving the Bison a 7-6 lead at halftime. As the third quarter began, New Buffalo made their way to the 2-yard line, only to fumble. Parchment recovered and pulled into the lead 14-7 after a touchdown and two-point pass. The Panthers scored

again in the fourth quarter with a run to the endzone by Fryman, putting them up 20-7. With just over 11 minutes left in the game, Garrett Mullen snagged a 62-yard pass to get the Bison in scoring position. On the next play he ran the ball in for a touchdown, moving the score to 20-13. Andrew Coffeen brought the Bison up to 21 points with a touchdown run and a PAT. The Bison held a narrow lead until less than a minute was left in the game. Fry put the Panthers back in the lead with a touchdown and a PAT, putting the game at 28-21. Parchment was penalized 15 yards for excessive celebration but the clock ran out before the Bison could score. Coffeen finished the game with 87 yards and two touchdowns. Fry rushed 98 yards and had two touchdowns.

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ingles: No. 1 — Nick Boyd, New Buffalo/Bridgman Co-Op, def. Caleb Cole, 6-0, 2-6, 7-5; No. 2 — Tim Dunkel, New Buffalo/Bridgman Co-Op, def. Matt Hegedus-stewart, 5-7, 6-3, 6-0; No. 3 — Caleb Kroeze, New Buffalo/Bridgman Co-Op, def. Austin Carter, 3-6, 6-3, 6-3; No. 4 — Jackson Schmaltz, New Buffalo/Bridgman Co-Op, def. Derrick Miller, 7-6 (3), 6-2; Doubles: No. 1 — John Johnson-Kevin Conrad, BRANDYWINE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, def. Sam Polym-Andrew Thomas, 6-3, 7-5; No. 2 — Madison Bailey-Kylie Mesecar, BRANDYWINE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, def. Caleb Barker-Blake Newton, 7-5, 6-4; No. 3 — Jacob Fox-Alexcia Martinez, BRANDYWINE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, def. Chase Strother-Adam Knigga, 6-2, 6-1; No. 4 — Matt Cox-Josh Sachman, BRANDYWINE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, def. Michael Mark-Ethan Moser, 6-1, 6-0.

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ingles: No. 1 — Nick Boyd, New Buffalo/Bridgman Co-Op, def. Tyler Seifert, 6-3, 6-0; No. 2 — Tim Dunkel, New Buffalo/Bridgman Co-Op, def. Jacob Turner, 7-5, 6-2; No. 3 — Calvin Trammell, THREE RIVERS HIGH SCHOOL, def. Caleb Kroeze, 6-2, 6-1; No. 4 — Jackson Schmaltz, New Buffalo/Bridgman Co-Op, def. Default Default; Doubles: No. 1 — Sam Polym-Andrew Thomas, New Buffalo/Bridgman Co-Op, def. Dhrvil Patel-Colby Hartzell, 6-0, 6-3; No. 2 — Blake Newton-Caleb Barker, New Buffalo/Bridgman Co-Op, def. Tim Lingk-Lars Lung, 6-3, 7-6 (9); No. 3 — Chase Strother-Adam Knigga, New Buffalo/Bridgman Co-Op, def. Dan Waltz-David Green, 6-2, 6-2; There were default wins for Bridgman/New Buffalo at #4 singles and #4 doubles.

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Friendship Gardens to benefit from Girlfriend Sale Having recently been named the charity for the upcoming Girlfriend Sale, Friendship Gardens is encouraging everyone to unclutter their closets this fall. The garden is asking for donations of good quality women’s clothing, shoes and accessories for the sale. Collected items will be sold during the Girlfriend Sale in Long Beach, Indiana, with 50 percent of the sale price going toward the garden. Donations may be dropped off in bags or boxes until Tuesday, Sept. 21, at the garden’s maintenance barn at 2055 East US Highway 12 in Michigan City, Indiana. The garden is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Central Daylight Time) Wednesday through Sunday. — STAFF REPORTS

PROOS: NO ONE SERIOUSLY HURT; CAPITOL OFFICE WILL REMAIN CLOSED

fter a small fire forced the evacuation and closure of the Michigan Capitol Friday, Sept. 8, Sen. John Proos, R-St. Joseph, issued the following statement: “A small electrical fire broke out this morning at the Capitol. No one was seriously injured, although one person did receive aid for smoke inhalation. “My Senate office is in the Capitol, and I am thankful that all my team is safe and doing well. I want to thank our first responders for their quick action protecting the public and the workers in the Capitol. “Since the Capitol is closed for the rest of the day, my office is also closed. We expect that the building and my office will open on Monday to help constituents. “Currently, our office phones are also down. If anyone needs to contact my office, please call on Monday or send us an email at senjproos@senate.michigan.gov.”

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PROOS RECEIVES FRANK J. KELLEY JUSTICE AWARD

en. John Proos was presented with the Frank J. Kelley Justice Award by the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan (PAAM) in recognition of his career of service to the citizens of the state of Michigan and his dedication to public safety policy. The Kelley award is PAAM’s highest award and is reserved for individuals who have devoted themselves to the cause of serving crime victims and improving the criminal justice system. “It is truly an honor to receive this tribute from Michigan’s county prosecutors, who are working tirelessly every day to protect our families, punish offenders and support victims,” said Proos, R-St. Joseph. “I was proud to work with our prosecutors as we enacted comprehensive reform to create a smarter and more effective criminal justice system in Michigan.” “I greatly appreciate the dedication of our county prosecutors, and I look forward to continuing to work with them in achieving safer communities and a justice system focused on meaningful rehabilitation and treatment,” he added. PAAM president and Iron County Prosecuting Attorney Melissa Powell presented Proos with the honor during the organization’s 90th annual conference last month. “As practitioners in the prosecution field, sometimes we forget what our jobs look like from the outside,” Powell said. “That is why we are so grateful to have Senator Proos as a partner who continuously represents the best interests of public safety. His passion to craft laws that will make our criminal justice system more efficient and just will go a long way for Michigan’s citizens.”

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IT HAPPENED IN WRIGLEY BY KEVIN MURRAY | EDITED BY SARAH NOE

ack took the Amtrak to Chicago and then transferred to the Red Line. A few stops before Wrigley Field, a few passengers shuffled on. A woman was walking toward Jack, but every seat was occupied. Jack said, “Here Miss, you can have my seat.” “Thank you, sir, may you have a blessed day.” As the train started to move, Jack lost his grip and put his hand in his pocket, his fingers brushed the ball. The ball was glowing an eerie green color. A short burst of light erupted from his pocket and he squinted and looked down. When he lifted his head, he blinked in confusion. The interior of the train flashed to a sepia color for just a second. The train was approaching the Wrigley field stop. As the train slowed down Jack heard a noise, like a lot of planes flying overhead. He leaned over to the window and looked up to see a squadron of older WWII bombers flying overhead. “What the heck?” Jack grabbed a guy by the coat. “Excuse me, but is there an air show today?” The guy turned around, wearing an old hat. Jack looked around the car. All the men were wearing hats. “That’s not an airshow, son. Those planes are flying out of Glenview Naval Airbase.” “Oh, right, of course,” Jack said, trying to not sound crazy. Jack looked out the window down below to the street and saw sparks flying off wires above a bus. An electric bus! I’ve never seen an electric bus except in movies, thought Jack. He looked to the street and saw a cop directing traffic. The cop was wearing tall black boots and had a leather strap through an epaulette down to his waist belt. “Darn it, I have to get out of here,” Jack muttered. He took his hand out of his pocket, but pulled the ball out by mistake. The ball rolled down the aisle. Jack reached for it, but an old man was standing in his way. “Excuse me.” Jack said. “I dropped something.” The man turned “What did you lose son?” “Me? Oh, I dropped a contact lens.” “What’s a contact lens?” Jack started to answer when he noticed the ball next to the door. The train had stopped, and the doors opened. Jack pushed his way through the throng and grabbed the ball right before it fell out. He stepped out on the platform and quickly put the ball back in his coat pocket. Jack looked around in disbelief. Old cars, busses, people dressed up like they were in the 1930’s or 40’s. “Jesus, I’ve got to find out what the heck is happening,” he muttered. Jack walked down the stairs of the platform and spied a guy across the street throwing a newspaper into a trash can. Jack walked surreptitiously around cars parked on the street until he came to the trash can. He reached in, grabbed the paper and pulled it out. It was the Chicago Daily News. Jack looked at the front page. The date read: October 10, 1945. In bold letters, it read: “War not over in Pacific-Buy Bonds.” Just below he saw a smaller article. “Sports todayCUBS in Game 7 of World Series.”

early, and it’s Wednesday not Friday.” Jack was in a daze. He slowly replaced the paper She laughed, a cackle. “HA! Smart and funny to in the trash can and turned around from the street to face a building. Directly in front was a coffee boot!” shop. Jack could see it was morning and not “Yeah, well, you make it easy.” afternoon. He desperately needed to sit down and “You know my name, THAT is easy, I wear a gather his thoughts. He decided that a doughnut name tag right here on my uniform.” She tugged at and cup of coffee would give him the time to put all her name tag. “Can I ask, what’s your name?” this together. Now, Jack didn’t have much money I’m Jack, Jack DeVoss, glad to make your left. He always kept the silver dollars in his pocket. acquaintance.” They both reached over the counter That would be okay for a while, but he needed to shake hands. When they did, it felt as if a bolt of more money if he was going to be stuck here. electricity went up their arms. They held hands for Nobody will take credit cards and my money looks what seemed like a few minutes, never taking their different, Jack thought. Jack went in the shop and eyes off each other. sat down at the counter. Another newspaper was on the counter directly in front of him. He looked hey released their hands. They were up and noticed a young waitress in a white and both about to say something when Jack blue outfit. She was in her twenties and had dark said, “You first.” hair, green eyes and little dimple on her left cheek. “I got a proposition for you. I know, I He looked at her name: “Emma.” know, I don’t pick up guys at the coffee This was spooky, she looked like someone I shop, but hear me out.” know, but how the hell is that possible? Jack “Sure. I’ve been told in no uncertain terms, never thought. argue with a woman.” Emma, standing directly in “You are something else, Jack looked around in front of Jack, was holding a Jack. But listen, before I ask disbelief. Old cars, busses, pad of paper and a pencil. “So, you this, I have to know, I people dressed up like they Mister, are you gonna order mean, I don’t see a wedding were in the 1930’s or 40’s. something? And did you lose “Jesus, I’ve got to find out ring, so, I hope you’re not your hat?” what the heck is happening,” married.” “Me? No, I forgot my hat he muttered. Jack walked “Nope, free as the wind.” today, can you believe that? down the stairs of the Jack motioned his hand to the Anyway, can I get a cup of platform and spied a guy side. He finished his doughnut coffee, cream and sugar, and a across the street throwing a and took another sip of coffee. doughnut?” newspaper into a trash can. “I like that ‘free as the wind’ “Sure thing, Mister.” Emma Jack walked surreptitiously thing, you should write that was about to turn away but around cars parked on the down. It’s catchy. Anyway, I glanced back at Jack. “Okay, street until he came to the just had a regular customer please don’t take this the trash can. He reached in, come in here a few minutes wrong way, but you look grabbed the paper and before you. She had two tickets awfully familiar to me.” She pulled it out. It was the to today’s CUBS World Series turned to get the coffee and Chicago Daily News. Jack game. You wanna go with me?” doughnut and placed them on looked at the front page. She pulled the two tickets out the counter in front of Jack. The date read: October 10, of her uniform apron pocket. “Look, Emma? I know we 1945. In bold letters, it read: “Wait, you want me, to go just met, but I feel the same “War not over in Pacific-Buy with you, to the CUBS World way. Have you ever been to Bonds.” Just below he saw Series Game? I mean, those Harry Caray’s?” a smaller article. “Sports are real 1945 World Series “You mean Harry Caray todayCUBS in Game 7 of Tickets, right?” the actor? Isn’t he from World Series.” Emma smacked her leg and Hollywood? Well, I can laughed. “Where have you honestly say no, I’ve never been, another planet? It’s just game 7, and who do been to California. Why, do you know a lot of you think is pitching?” actors?” She topped off his cup, ignoring the other “I give up, I really don’t have a clue.” Jack customers. reached over to the pot of coffee and poured “I think you better take care of some of the other himself a cup. He wiped a bead of sweat from his customers; they might get angry if they haven’t had forehead. their morning allotment of caffeine.” He smiled “You kiddin’? It’s Hank Borowy” and motioned to the other people at the counter. “Wait, THE Hank Borowy”? “Ha, you’re a lot smarter than most guys I know, “Yes, THAT Hank Borowy. He won Game 1 and that’s for sure.” She then went and topped off the Game 5 you know. I just know he’s going to win cups of the other patrons and took a few orders, this one.” then came right back in front of Jack. “Ok, I’ll bite, how did you score two tickets to the “So,” Jack said. “Just so you know, when I said you looked familiar, it wasn’t a pick-up line. It’s too World Series?”

KEVIN MICHAEL MURRAY – Kevin is a writer, actor and voice-over artist. Some of the movies he has been involved in were made right here in SW Michigan -The Middle Distance and Fang. Since taking a writing class with the Sandcastle Writers at The Lubeznik Art Center in Michigan City, he has completed many short stories and a few screen plays. With the tremendous editing skills of Sara Noe, he has completed a fictional short story that he had been writing for over five years. It Happened At Wrigley is a story about how the CUBS curse was actually removed allowing them to obtain their first World Series victory since 1908.

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HOROSCOPE SEPTEMBER 14-20, 2017

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 Your schedule is going to be very full this week. Between work and creative projects you are going to have a lot going on. Things should go smoothly for the most part. It’s partners that may prove unreliable now. Don’t get bent out of shape. It’s important you realize that your work, is your work, and nobody else’s.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 This is a great time to let your guard down and open up to friends. Most of your relationships will turn to the sunnier side of the street. If you are feeling down or stuck in your head, express what you are going through. Confront painful memories and deal with that emotional component with the support of friends.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 There seems to be a lot of speculation going on this week, and you may feel like moving on things that are not a very good bet. Be careful not to commit to any far-out ideas before you can consider the details more. There will be a lot to be happy about on another note, as things on the home front get straightened out.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 You will be getting a lot of exposure socially due to a recent career move. Be careful you don’t get too friendly with higher ups, but do make the effort to get to know authority figures on a more personal level. Physically attractive coworkers or supervisors might make the work place tense this week.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 Your domestic sector is fired up this week. Take care with roommates and family members. Discussions will easily turn into heated debates and things could easily get out of hand if you don’t think before you speak. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t speak your mind; it just means there may be consequences.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 You are going to have a new calling or have a desire to go in a new direction with your career or lifestyle. You may even encounter a new mentor or someone that will take you under their wing and teach you a new technique or trade. Don’t shy away from trying something unusual or listening to a stranger.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 Take some time to develop your inner philosophies. Increase your connection to something larger. Read articles or books that relate to topics that expand your outlook on life, like mythology or religion. Archetypal imagery or guided meditations will help you get in touch with your inner strengths.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 You are entering some unchartered territories this week, and you may encounter some unexpected philosophies or unusual circumstances. In an effort to understand things fully you could easily look too deeply into things. You could get lost in the details, overthink things and miss the bigger picture.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 You could find yourself entangled with other people’s financial problems this week. That doesn’t mean you’ll be losing money or suffer from another person’s financial woes, it just means you will be spending a lot of time going over their issues surrounding money. Warning: it may be exhausting trying to help them.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 A word of warning here, extreme circumstances ahead. Whether it is unusual news from your partner, that brings a lot of drama with it, or a friend that is stuck in an overly dramatic situation, you will have to guard against getting sucked in. You may in some way feel financially responsible or at fault somehow.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 You might be feeling some pressure this week as there is a stellium of planets in your sign. You are being put in the celestial spot light, so to speak. You might feel like you have some major decisions, or lifestyle changes to make. Relationships will be a bit foggy also, leaving you feeling on your own now.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 This is a great time to partner up and get a big project out of the way. Hooking up with the right teammate, one who brings out your more serious side will help you immensely right now. So, rather than sticking with your good time crowd, venture out and make some new connections, ones will that motivate you more.

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EVENTS

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POLICE BLOTTER SEPTEMBER 4-10, 2017 SEPTEMBER 4 OWI 1st Offense Found Property Pokagon Tribal Police/Assist Other Agency Suspicious Situation/Open Door General Assist SEPTEMBER 5 PBT Civil Dispute SEPTEMBER 6 PBT Amtrak PD/Medic/Assist Other Agency Motorist Assist SEPTEMBER 7 Motorist Assist SEPTEMBER 8 Suspicious Situation/Open Door NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency Reckless Driving Complaint Suspicious Situation Medic 1/Assist Other Agency DWLS 2nd Offsense VCSA/Poss. Marijuana SEPTEMBER 9 PBT Civil Complaint (x2) False Alarm SEPTEMBER 10 False Alarm Juvenile Runaway/Located False Alarm Larceny of Property NB City Fire/Assist Other Agency

PLEASE SEND US EVENT INFO TO EVENTS@NEWBUFFALOTIMES.COM . NEW EVENTS EACH WEEK. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON

DAILY EVENTS

THE NEVERLY BROTHERS 8PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets $25.

EVERY MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP LIBRARY See weekly library events on page 3.

TENNIS 10AM-12PM. NBHS Tennis Courts. 1112 W Clay St. New Buffalo. Open play for adults. All levels welcome.

EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SUNDAY

OPEN TRAP PRACTICE 6:30-9:30PM. New Buffalo Rod and Gun Club. 10487 Kruger Rd. New Buffalo. Open to the public. Contact Bob Kruger at 269-612-0983.

EVERY WEDNESDAY KNITTING AT THE DELI 4-6PM. David’s Deli. All are welcome.

LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

THE HARBOR COUNTRY BOOK CLUB 6:30PM. New Buffalo Township Library.

EVERY FRIDAY

STORY TIME AT THREE OAKS LIBRARY 10:30AM. www.threeoakslibrary.org.

EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY SKIP’S OPEN-AIR EUROPEAN FARMER’S MARKET 9AM-3PM. 16710 Lakeshore Rd. New Buffalo. 269-469-3341.

THREE OAKS FARMERS’ MARKET 9AM-PM. 4 N Elm St. Three Oaks. Small farmers offering fresh produce, fresh flowers, plants and many other things. Rain or shine.

EVERY SATURDAY

YOGA AT THE PARK 9AM. New Buffalo Township Park.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

SWISS STEAK DINNER 5-7PM. Trinity Lutheran Church. 5791 Sawyer Rd. Sawyer. 269-426-3151. Tickets $15.

6TH ANNUAL RUN TO THE CENTER OF THE WORLD 8AM-NOON. New Troy Community Center. 13372 California St. New Troy. 269-4695687 www.facebook.com/runtothecenter. Race direction and timing will be provided by SWMI Racers. Both race routes (5K and 10K) are USATF sanctioned. A 5K Fun Walk will also. Registration fee. HARBOR COUNTRY HIKERS 10AM. Hoadley Trail. Three Oaks. www.harborcountryhikers.com. THREE OAKS 150 YEAR GRAND FINALE 11AM. “The Three Oaks of Three Oaks” Presentation. Three Oaks Library. 3 N Elm St. 1-4PM. Events and contests in Dewey Canon Park. 4:30-5PM. Parade. Downtown Three Oaks. www.facebook. com/three-oaks-150 Following the parade Three Oaks will dedicate the E.K. Warren sculpture across from Big C Lumber. Cost is free. COL EIGHTH ANNUAL BARN BENEFIT 5-7:30PM. Granor Farms. Three Oaks.269405-1006. www.chikamingopenlands.org. Tickets are by reservation. DEAR JOHN: A TRIBUTE TO JOHN LENNON 8PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets $25. DINNER IN THE VINEYARD 5:30-9PM. Domain Berrien Cellars. 398 E Lemon Creek Rd. Berrien Springs. 574243-6365. www.papavinositaliankitchen. com/dinnerinthevineyard.html. Cost: $150 per person (+ $3.50 ticketing fee). Explore and learn about Domaine Berrien with interactive tasting and teaching stations. Enjoy a glass of Sangria and appetizers in the reception area, followed by a locally sourced Wine Harvest Dinner composed by Papa Vino’s Executive Chef Harry Anderson. Dinner is served familystyle, with wine pairings selected by

winemaker Wally Maurer. Cost: $150 per person (+ $3.50 ticketing fee).

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 A TRIBUTE TO TOBY KEITH 7PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets: $35

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 KIRK STAFFLE EP RELEASE PARTY 7PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets $10.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

ST. JOSEPH WINE FESTIVAL & PUBLIC ART AUCTION 4-9PM. Whirlpool Centennial Park. 330 Broad St. St. Joseph.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

42ND APPLE CIDER CENTURY RIDE Three Oaks. 888-877-2068. www.applecidercentury.com. Bicycle tour.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 KISS THE SKY— THE JIMI HENDRIX RE-EXPERIENCE 8PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets: $30.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

FEEDING AMERICA WEST MICHIGAN 5-9PM. Greenbush Brewery Annex. Sawyer. Live music. VISIONS OF SANTANA 8PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets $20.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

BRYAN LUBECK & THE THREE GRINGOS WITH OPENER CHAD MICHAEL 8PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets $25.

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