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Safe Routes to School Project update PAGE 4 Whittaker Street scoops PAGE 5

New Buffalo celebrates Halloween 2017 PAGE 7 School Board ponders fence construction, approves new wrestling coach hire PAGE 9

Ahoy, me hearties: NBYC hosts pirate gathering PAGE 11

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WHAT’S THE ANSWER... recent Op-Ed in the Washington Post carried this attention-grabbing headline: “I used to think gun control was the answer. My research told me otherwise.” Predictably, this article has been seized upon by gun extremists as “scientific proof” that gun control doesn’t work.

The truth is that the article does not come close to providing such proof. The author, Leah Libresco, a former statistician with the online website “538” (www.538.com), bases her conclusions on a 3 month statistical study of gun violence that she and some of her colleagues at 538 conducted. Unfortunately, Libresco often misrepresents the results of that study and ignores many other studies that reach conclusions very different from her own.

For example, Libresco says that gun control is not the answer to reducing gun violence. The 538 study report states: “This is not to suggest that tighter gun control would have no effect on gun deaths.

Research shows that background checks do lower homicide counts.”

Research also shows that other gun violence reduction measures – for example, longer wait times and tighter restrictions on the purchase of highcapacity ammunition magazines – lower homicide counts.

Libresco’s Op-Ed correctly points out that a majority of gun violence deaths (nearly two-thirds) are suicides.

Fatal suicides are much more likely to happen when there are one or more guns in the house. Guns are used 10 times more often to commit suicide than for self-protection.

Libresco is pessimistic that laws or regulations would do anything to reduce the frequency of suicidal gun violence deaths. She states in her article: “Almost no proposed restriction would make it meaningfully harder for people with guns on hand to use them.” This statement ignores the fact that there are a number of proposed restrictions, some of which have become laws, that would make it meaningfully harder for people at the highest risk for suicide to have guns on hand. For example, an “Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO)” is a legislative tool rapidly being adopted at the state level to help individuals at risk of dying by suicide. ERPOs are state laws that allow family members, partners, and law enforcement officials to petition a court to temporarily remove firearms from individuals in crisis, and prohibit new gun purchases (typically for two to three weeks under an emergency order, followed by a hearing to determine whether a year-long continuation is necessary). A study of Connecticut’s ERPO law found 99 percent of risk warrants resulted in removal of at least one gun, and 44 percent of warrants resulted in respondents receiving psychiatric treatment they might never have received without intervention. As a solution for individuals in crisis, ERPOs can provide a life-saving buffer.

Libresco does make the important point that gun control alone is not enough. Much more needs to be done to reduce poverty, increase treatment for mental illness, and identify and protect those at risk for domestic violence. All approaches are necessary to reduce the appalling epidemic of gun violence in our country.

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roject Manager Tony McGhee reported that the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) project is “on schedule” during a meeting with Abonmarche and ecently, the Berrien County Northern Construction Services Corp. representatives and New Buffalo city Sheriff’s Department officials Friday, Oct. 27.

Crime Stoppers featured In Area 1, 2 and 3, sidewalks are installed, and grading, mainline and last month’s robbery at a local corner ramps have been completed. Restoration work was planned to begin this week Speedway gas station as their and last through Wednesday, Nov. 15. The crews will restore and seed the right-ofcrime of the week. ways and perform general cleanup of the area.

According to D/Lt. Fred Laesch Substantial completion of the project’s concrete work is scheduled for Nov. 15. Final of the Sheriff’s Department, at restoration can take place until May 18, 2018. Areas will be reviewed in the spring for approximately 4:30 a.m. Monday, any required touch up.

Sept. 11, an unknown male Area 1/Phase I included the construction of the sidewalks in the southeastern suspect entered the Speedway section of the project, which included areas encompassing Indiana, Bronson, and located at 7 West Ash Street in Norton streets. This network of sidewalks will connect the New Buffalo Middle/High Three Oaks. The suspect walked School with a walking route to Buffalo Street and onward toward Whittaker Street up to the counter and demanded and the lake front.

US currency from the store clerk.

Area 2/ Phase 2 of the project included the southwest area of the city. Phase 2 After the clerk handed over an includes planned sidewalks southeast of Detroit Street near the elementary school, undetermined amount of US with sidewalks on both sides of Clinton, Marshall, Monroe (north to Indiana Street), currency to the suspect, he fled the Eagle, and Chicago streets to Indiana Street. business on foot.

Area 3/Phase 3 of the project included streets in the northwestern side of the city, Crime Stoppers wants the near the former St. Mary of the Lake Catholic School. The streets included are: North person responsible for this robbery Berrien Street between Mechanic Street and US 12/ Buffalo Street, Merchant between and will pay up to $1,000 for Berrien and Smith streets and US 12/Buffalo Street between, approximately, Eagle information leading to their arrest. and Willard streets.

Crime Stoppers also pays cash The City of New Buffalo was awarded a grant in July 2014 in the amount of rewards on other felony crimes and $584,000 from the Michigan Fitness Council/Safe Routes to Schools (SRTS) and the capture of fugitives. the Michigan Department of Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) to develop Michiana Crime Stoppers is a sidewalks and programs that will allow children safe passage to and from three New donor-funded program that serves Buffalo schools: New Buffalo Elementary School, New Buffalo Middle/High Schools 12 counties in Michiana. People and St. Mary of the Lake Catholic School. The grant provided for approximately 3.5 can contact Crime Stoppers miles of new sidewalks for the SRTS sidewalk program. There are now new fiveabout this or any felony crime foot wide sidewalks on both sides of designated streets installed in various locations or fugitive. Anonymous tips can throughout the city, enabling children a safe route to walk to city schools. be submitted online at www.

The federal government originally adopted the SRTS grant program as a national michianacrimestoppers.com, initiative to slow down childhood obesity by encouraging exercise and getting more through a link on their Facebook children mobile by riding their bikes or walking to school. The program was also page, or through the same secure developed to assist communities in improving their sidewalk networks. Studies have link using a smart phone. Those shown that sidewalks reduce the number of pedestrians hit by cars, reduce vehicle who are making a call on their congestion and air pollution, promote health and fitness, and improve community smart phone should look for the security, as well as beautify and improve property values throughout the community. free P3 Tips mobile app. Calls can The specifications of the grant called for the five-foot standard for safe passage of 30beNmade Whittaker St • Open Daily toll free at (800) 342wheelchairs and buggies that may be traveling in opposite directions on the walkways.

STOP. Tipsters will be given a code McGee said that, where possible, the placement of sidewalks has been adjusted to number and don’t need to give protect existing trees. their names. — STAFF REPORTS 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.

This project resulted from 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 North 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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According to the Berrien County Drain Commissioners office, the contractor, Selge Construction Co., has completed the contract work along Lighthouse Creek Drain from Lake Michigan to the Water Street crossing, with additional work being scheduled to be completed in the coming months.

The work that has been completed includes installation of a boulder revetment to stabilize the mouth of the drain, mixed heavy and plain riprap toe of slope protection to mitigate any increases in velocity within the channel and channel grading/shaping to realign the channel to proposed dimensions and location. The contractor has installed the lake side half of the new culvert, and will be backfilling and compacting the new sub-base this week. Additional grading and placement of riprap will take place immediately downstream of the culvert once the wing walls are in place.

AEP and Comcast will be relocating one power pole along Water Street this week to facilitate use of a crane to lift in the box culvert sections. They will be contacting users if any loss of service is to occur.

The contractor anticipates shifting the traffic to the other side of the road the week of Monday, Nov. 6 or 13, with plans to begin installing the south half of the culvert for the week of Nov. 13. The installation and restoration should take approximately two weeks.

Replacement of the city’s watermain line through this reach will take place at this time.

Once the culvert is installed and backfilled, the contractor will patch in a base course of asphalt.

At this time, the Drain Commission is tentatively planning on the contractor placing the top course of asphalt in the spring to allow for any additional settling or compaction over the winter.

Once the culvert work is complete, Selge will install the concrete ledge stone steps at the Sunset Shores Association beach and the two riprap grade control structures and grading the new berm at the water treatment facility.

This work will likely carry into December.

All schedules are subject to weather conditions. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON AND THE BERRIEN COUNTY DRAIN COMMISSION

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he City of New Buffalo, in partnership with the New Buffalo Downtown Development Authority (DDA), is in the final phase of making much needed improvements to the community’s downtown area. The work underway on Whittaker Street reflects the final portion of the $4.3 million investment in the downtown, which began this spring. This work will not only result in the much-needed replacement of water and sewer lines, but also in an entirely new streetscape for the downtown.

Due to continuous rain, Phase II work was delayed last week on Monday and Tuesday; however, the crews from Pajay were able to resume work in the middle of the week. Work completed the week of Monday, Oct. 23, included the completion of sanitary main line along North Whittaker Street between Mechanic and Merchant streets, and the crews began sanitary sewer main line and service connections to a new sanitary main along North Whittaker Street between Merchant and Buffalo streets/US 12.

Work anticipated for this week includes continued construction of the sanitary main line along North Whittaker Street between Merchant and Buffalo streets and ongoing sanitary service connections along North Whittaker Street between Merchant and Buffalo streets and U.S.12.

The water main service replacement to buildings was scheduled to begin this week, weather dependent, and will continue through the week of Monday, Dec. 7. The water main construction will start at the intersection of North Whittaker and Mechanic streets. This installation will include water service connections to the interior of buildings and the work will require access within the buildings along Whittaker. Notices will be distributed to businesses and residents prior to water service connection work.

Phase II work will continue through December with replacement of gas lines and burying of electrical lines through the end of February. Crews will install a temporary gravel road on Whittaker Street until work resumes in the spring. In March, crews will perform the final site grading and install light pole foundations. In April, new lighting will be installed along with new curbs and sidewalks. The final roadway paving, landscaping and site amenities will be done in May. Pajay crews scooped their first shovelfuls of asphalt and dirt from North Whittaker Street Thursday Oct. 5. The project is expected to be substantially completed for 2018 Memorial Day weekend activities.

The crews will strive to keep the roadway open, where possible, after construction hours and on weekends. Parking on adjacent streets has been developed to serve the downtown area while Whittaker Street is impacted due to construction. Access to businesses will be maintained throughout construction, with the exception of a few short closures during water service replacement depending on location, for safety reasons.

Parking is available on North Barton Street at the Barton Mechanic parking lot, on East and West Mechanic Street, at the city lot on the corner of Buffalo and North Whittaker streets and on North Whittaker Street when the road is open to traffic.

All construction schedules are subject to change without notice due to weather, underground issues, and other unforeseen circumstances.

On a weekly basis, project engineers Abonmarche will hold public tailgate meetings to keep everyone informed. This standing weekly meeting is intended to provide construction updates and to allow residents the opportunity to ask questions regarding the construction process. Meetings will be held be weekly at 9 a.m. on Thursdays at the northeast corner of Whittaker and Mechanic streets (near Subway), with the next one scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 2.

Weekly informational project updates will also be posted to the City of New Buffalo’s website at www.cityofnewbuffalo.org. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON, ABONMARCHE AND THE CITY OF NEW BUFFALO

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resident of the Regional Chamber of Commerce, officials from the University of Notre Dame, Mayor Pete Buttigieg of South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Dave Wood of Mishawaka, Indiana, and other regional leaders were on hand Tuesday, Oct. 24, when Northern District President for KeyBank Mike Lugli presented Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County with a check for half a million dollars.

“This opportunity to help families earn the stability and foundation of home ownership couldn’t be passed up,” said Lugli. “Our show of support for the 2018 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project here in St. Joseph County embodies KeyBank’s culture of community through philanthropy and volunteerism.”

“This is an amazing gift,” said Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County Jim Williams. “We’re very grateful to Mike and KeyBank for their support, which includes volunteers who will help during the Carter Work Project.”

“Not only are we building an entire neighborhood in Mishawaka through this project, we’re also working on 17 homes in the City of South Bend.

Support like KeyBank’s is vital to making it all work,” he added.

“It’s an honor for St. Joseph County to be selected for this event,” said Buttigieg. “Habitat makes a real difference for families here, across the country and around the world with good affordable housing.”

“We are excited and honored that our region was chosen and a neighborhood will be built in our city by the Carter Work Project,” added Wood. “I have admired President and Mrs. Carter for many years and have had the pleasure of working with them on other Work Projects around the world.”

“The University of Notre Dame is very happy to be part of and support the 2018 Carter Work Project,” added Notre Dame Executive Vice President for Community Affairs Tim Sexton. “It’s a natural fit because our students have helped build 20 Habitat homes in St. Joseph County. In fact, Notre Dame has one of the oldest running collegiate chapters of Habitat for Humanity in the country.”

“When we saw and understood what Habitat does for families in our region, we were immediately hooked,” said Mike Leep Sr. “Karen and I are blessed to be associated with such a great organization and happy to join LeRoy and Phyllis Troyer as honorary chairs for the 2018 Carter Work Project.”

David and Pam Jarrett, Tim and Tonya Sexton, and Kirstin and Paul Phair serve as chairs for the 2018 Carter Work Project.

Opening ceremonies for the 2018 Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project will be at the University of Notre Dame Purcell Pavilion Sunday, Aug. 26, 2018. Closing ceremonies will be at the Century Center in downtown South Bend Friday, Aug. 31, 2018.

The Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project is an annual home building blitz organized by Habitat for Humanity International and its affiliates. It generally takes place in the United States one year, and an international location the next.

The 2018 Project will take place in St. Joseph County located along the Indiana/Michigan border in northern Indiana from Aug. 26-31. Hundreds of volunteers, many from across the country, will join the Carters in building 21 homes in the City of Mishawaka, which resides in St. Joseph County. As part of this annual event, 17 additional housing projects in South Bend will be completed over the course of next year.

The Carter Work Projects started modestly and built slowly. Early projects were held in the United States, and were relatively small compared to later years.

In 1984, President Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter helped Habitat volunteers in New York renovate a 19-unit building and bring media coverage to Habitat, which had been founded in 1976 in Americus, Georgia, a short distance from Carter’s hometown of Plains, Georgia. Even though President Carter has said repeatedly he never intended to start an annual project, it has grown to be a national and international event of significant scale over the past three decades.

As of 2017, the Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project has helped thousands of families move into safe, affordable shelters in 14 different countries. More than 100,000 volunteers from all over the world have signed up to build alongside the Carters. — STAFF REPORTS

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New Buffalo celebrates Halloween 2017 New Buffalo Middle and High School band members lead the parade down Mechanic Street

Jospeh Edwards, Aaron Ilescas and Jayson Ashcraft with (back) Alberto Ilescas

Third graders line up for the judging

Kim Krametbeur and Chloe

Maizee and Boden James rest before the parade

Abigail (left) and Alexis (right) Becker and Logan Kosik (center) as the Starbucks Frappuccino trio

Lisa Baltes, Becky Ryan, Ilayna Baltes and Landi Newcomb

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Starbucks Frappuccino trio, a twolayer birthday cake, Albert Einstein and other interesting characters were spotted wandering through the neighborhoods of New Buffalo during the city’s annual Halloween parade Sunday, Oct. 29.

Children were judged for their costumes in their respective age categories before showing them off around town in the parade. Due to this year’s construction from the major North Whittaker Street Redevelopment Project’s Phase Two, the New Buffalo Fire Department and members of the New Buffalo Middle and High School bands bypassed North Whittaker Street and led everyone straight down Mechanic Street. From Mechanic Street, they then turned onto North Barton Street and headed toward the city fire station on Harrison Street.

Once they were at the fire station, the city firemen doled out the traditional bags of treats to the eager trick-or-treaters before they dispersed for trick-or-treating throughout the city. This year, Mike Keefer, who serves on the Halloween committee, said that they handed out 750 bags.

Keefer said that he would especially like to thank area businesses for their involvement with the parade.

“We had good support from community businesses this year,” he said.

The parade is made possible through the donations of the local community. It was started in 1970 by Keefer’s mother, Bonnie, who passed away last December. Keefer said that his mother served as chair of the committee for several years before he recently took over.

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BISON VOLLEYBALL TEAM FACES OFF AGAINST CARDINALS

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he Bison junior varsity and varsity volleyball teams faced Bloomingdale High School Tuesday, Oct. 24, in a tightly played match. The junior varsity volleyball team came out on top, defeating the Cardinals 29-27, 23-25 and 15-11. Despite putting up a hard fight, the varsity team ultimately lost in five matches, 23-25, 21-25, 25-20, 25-20, 1115. Sophia DeOliveria racked up three aces and 13 kills for the Bison. Mary Mayer ended the night with 25 assists and six aces.

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et’s start with baseball. I sure am enjoying what I’m seeing four games into the World Series. The teams are evenly matched, the pitchers are throwing strikes, the hitters are getting clutch hits, and the fielders are making great plays. The two teams with the best regular season records are fighting to see who gets to replace the Cubs as champions, and whichever team it is will certainly be worthy. The Dodgers have a rich history in Brooklyn and Los Angeles winning six championships, but have been without a championship since 1988. The Astros were formed in 1962, moved to the American League in 2013, and have never won the World Series. While researching the teams, I discovered how the Dodgers got their nickname. Back in the 1930s, in Brooklyn, the fans got to be really good at evading trolleys, so the team became the trolley dodgers, later shortened to the Dodgers. I also learned that after losing in the World Series five times in a row in the 1940s and 1950s,each time to the Yankees, their unofficial slogan became, “wait until next year.” Usually, I root for the team that beat my team so I can justify my team’s failure by knowing that they lost to the eventual champions, but this year I find myself rooting for the Astros.

The fact that they have never won it all and the devastating effects of hurricane Harvey have me pulling for them.

I almost forgot, the Dodgers have one ex-Cub on their roster (Rich Hill) and the Astros have none which is another advantage for the Astros, but the Dodgers have Clayton Kershaw. This series has been evenly fought and I imagine it will continue to be. May the best team win. UPDATE: Sunday night’s game was unbelievable!

The Astros go up three games to two in one of the most thrilling games I’ve ever seen. For those of you who don’t enjoy baseball, you’re missing out on a spectacular sport.

Moving on to professional football, I’m going to do something I usually don’t like to do, I’m going to complain about the officiating. The Chicago Bears are not yet a good team, but their defense is playing very well and the offense is starting to show signs of improvement. Two things have to happen in order for them to win games. First, they have to minimize their mistakes, and second, the referees can’t make a lot of lousy calls. Sunday, against the New Orleans Saints, they made plenty of mistakes but still had a chance to win. The only problem was, unfortunately, the officials made mistakes too. In the end, the Bears weren’t good enough to overcome the questionable replay decisions and fell to the New Orleans Saints 20-12. The Bears missed a relatively easy field goal and the Saints had one skim off the upright and go through. The Bears lined up offside on a field goal attempt and the Saints capitalized by scoring a touchdown. The Bears offensive game plan was uninspired. They still could have emerged victorious if two plays hadn’t been overturned. New Orleans fumbled and for some reason the replay overturned the call on the field and the Saints retained possession. The real reason for my unhappiness with the refs was the call they made on the touchdown pass to Zach Miller. Miller made a great catch while his leg was twisting unnaturally and the officials overturned the call as Miller was being loaded onto a stretcher. They kept replaying the play until I could no longer watch the poor guy. I think it was an obvious touchdown and the plethora of replays were disrespectful to the injured player. Can’t we allow the game to be played without the incessant stoppage of play? And to think I used to be a fan of instant replay. Bah. Humbug.

Alan Lewis said, “The objective of a referee is not to get mentioned. I tell a lot of young referees that not being mentioned is king. If you can achieve that, that then it has been a pretty good game.” Be careful out there. Make good choices. Keep smiling. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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ew Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education members learned of the possible construction of a brand-new fence in the near future at their rescheduled meeting Monday, Oct. 30.

The fence would surround the outdoor area with tables and chairs that is situated in front of New Buffalo Middle/High School cafeteria and the lawn that lies directly across from Clay Street.

Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Leslie said that a possible four-foot gate would accompany the sidewalk going parallel to the kitchen. The fence wouldn’t have to be an industrial black, as he added that they could even make it blue. District colors are blue and gold.

Leslie listed safety as being the main factor for the construction of the fence, as it would be a barrier between the outdoor area and Clay The fence would surround the Street for students and teachers outdoor area with tables and eating lunch there every day. In chairs that is situated in front addition, he added that younger of New Buffalo Middle/High students attending the district’s School cafeteria and the lawn summer camp often hung out in that lies directly across from that particular area, and it made Clay Street. Superintendent him nervous that they were in such Dr. Jeffrey Leslie said that a possible four-foot gate would close proximity to the street. accompany the sidewalk “I’d be interested in doing it for going parallel to the kitchen. the peace of mind,” he said of the The fence wouldn’t have to fence’s construction. be an industrial black, as he Board Trustee Heather Black added that they could even concurred with Leslie, saying that make it blue. District colors the probability of a car accident are blue and gold. would be greatly minimalized with the construction of a fence.

Also at the meeting, board members approved the hiring of some employees.

The employment of Eric Petravicius as a wrestling coach, pending background approval, was approved.

Leslie explained that Petravicius would be filling the vacancy left by the previous board’s wrestling coach hire, Matthew Varner, who died in a car accident in August. He said that Petravicius was equipped with the energy and “tools we need to build that program.”

Board members also approved the hiring of Eric Selby, who will be serving as assistant wrestling coach alongside Petravicius.

Board members did a second reading of and adopted the following board policies: #1421/3121/4121 - Criminal History Record Check; #1439/3139/4139 - Administrator/Staff Discipline; #2410 - Prohibition of Referral or Assistance; #2414 - Reproductive Health and Family Planning; #2418 - Sex Education; #5630.01 - Student Seclusion and Restraint; #8142 - Criminal History Record Check; #8321 - Criminal Justice Information Security (Non-Criminal Justice Agency).

Board members adopted the annual Summer Tax Resolution, as presented.

Leslie gave another update on the district’s Vision Examination Pilot Program on Word and Number Movement with ChromaGen Vision, a partnership between the school system and Smoke Vision Care in New Buffalo. He said that the eyeglasses are in, and students are currently getting fitted for them at Smoke Vision Care. He said that they had distributed several of them that day, and that the remaining ones will be distributed Wednesday.

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Ahoy, me hearties: NBYC hosts pirate gathering Gayle Crowne, Janine and Erik Mischler with Karen and Paul Billingslea

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irates, scallywags and other buckos gathered on the deck of the Black Pearl ship at the Haunted Pirates Gathering at the New Buffalo Yacht Club Saturday, Oct. 28, to raise funds for the 2018 New Buffalo annual Halloween Parade.

Buccaneers and their winches came aboard attired in all things pirate (and not so pirate) to raise their pot o’ grog and enjoy an evening of merriment and dancing to tunes spun by D.J. Jammin’ with Jerry.

Top costume honors went to pirate Tony Galassi and lass Julie Piller. The judges faced quite a challenge, as many creative and outstanding scallywags were assembled for the event. Even ghost pirates Felicia Sulkowski and Tim Guminski rose from the depth of the seas for the haunting occasion.

Haunted Pirates Gathering Chair Tricia Bowden hosted the event in honor of the late Bonnie Keefer, who founded the parade in 1970. The evening raised funds for the 2018 parade booty.

Ghost Pirates Felicia Sulkowski and Tim Guminski

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Hausefest benefits “home away from home” for local family

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

eather Gradowski said her daughter Annie could “almost fit in your hand” when she made her debut in the world eight years ago.

“Her whole foot, from heel to the top of her toes, was as big as the top part of my thumb,” Heather said to the crowd of costumed characters at the Coldwell Banker Charitable Foundation’s sixth annual Hausefest at the Acorn Theater in Three Oaks Saturday, Oct. 29.

The fundraiser featured a costume contest, a silent auction and food from local restaurants, including David’s Delicatessen & Coffee, Song Asian Cuisine, Bentwood Tavern, New Buffalo’s Bill’s, Jackie’s, Classic Catering and Casey’s. Live entertainment was provided by the Rebecca Anne Band.

As explained by Tracy Hauseman, she and her husband, Kurt, of Coldwell Banker, organize the event to raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. The nonprofit organization provides a home away from home to families for little to no cost so they can be close to their child while they receive medical care. The House does ask families for a $25 per night donation; however, if they’re unable to give one, their visit remains free.

In the five years that they’ve been holding Hausefest, Tracy said they’ve raised $40,000. In addition, they’ve covered the cost of 800 rooms as well as provided free rooms for 1600 people.

This year, Tracy said they had invited fellow Coldwell Banker agents Heather and her husband, Chad, to be the guest speakers for the event. The Gradowskis said they especially appreciated the Ronald McDonald House inside Memorial Hospital in South Bend, Indiana, after Annie, was born one and a half pounds and was 13 inches long Aug. 20, 2009. Her actual due date was Dec. 7.

Soon, Heather and Chad were adjusting to a new routine: dropping their other two daughters off at school, and then driving over to Memorial Hospital to be near Annie. For a while, Annie was in an incubator, and needed a feeding tube. While Heather said that she felt at a loss with how to help her tiny newborn, there were little ways

that she could make her life easier, such as laying her against her skin for warmth and so that she could hear her heartbeat.

“Whatever little thing you do, you do,” she said.

For 110 days, the Gradowskis stood by their daughter’s side.

Heather said the experience would’ve felt like an even longer one, though, had it not been for the Ronald McDonald House.

There, they could escape the humdrum hospital setting to enjoy a hot meal in a homelike atmosphere. They could bring Annie’s older sisters, who weren’t always allowed to see Annie due to it being flu season, in there to watch the Disney Channel, enjoy snacks or play with toys. Even just flipping through magazines or making phone calls, Heather said, felt more enjoyable while sitting in one of the House’s easy chairs.

As residents of New Buffalo, the Gradowskis weren’t required to stay at the Ronald McDonald House overnight. Still, Heather said other guests took full advantage of the House’s other amenities, such as the showers and cupboards in the kitchen, where they could store their favorite cereals that they brought from home.

Finally, on her original due date, Annie came home. Calling her “extraordinarily healthy” for a preemie, Heather said she then weighed seven pounds and 11 ounces. While she came home with oxygen and the feeding tube, she said that Annie didn’t need them for very for long.

Today, Heather said that Annie is “large and in charge.” She’s the “strongest little soccer player,” plays floor hockey and made the all-star team two years in a row, plays basketball, and is a dancer and swimmer. Most importantly, Heather said, she’s the “light of our lives.”

Chad said that Annie’s recovery was nothing short of a miracle.

“Heather and I feel like we won the lottery – it is a very happy story,” he said.

It was a story, Heather said, that was made all the more joyful with the help of the Ronald McDonald House.

“Having the Ronald McDonald House there along that 110-day journey was just a blessing,” she said.

For more information on Ronald McDonald House Charities, https://www.rmhc.org.

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ore than 85 association members, advisors and guests gathered to recap the Berrien County Youth Fair Association, Inc.’s 201617 fiscal year at its 72nd annual meeting, which was held at the Youth Memorial Building.

“We had great weather for the 2017 BCYF, unlike last year’s rainy days. Sunshine during fair week improves attitudes and the bottom line.

We have already started planning for 2018 and hope for another great BCYF,” President Bruce Foster said.

“Thanks to all the faithful BCYF volunteers who continue to make our youth fair one of the best. All BCYF volunteers are providing their time and talents for the benefit of Berrien County Youth,” he added.

Foster thanked the board of directors for their input and the contributions of the volunteers.

The minutes of the 2017 annual meeting were presented and approved Board Treasurer Susan Coulston presented the annual financial report. She reported the Association’s total operating income was $1,406,778 and its total operating expenditures was $1,245,687, resulting in an increase in unrestricted net assets of $161,091.

“Overall we had a nice solid year - all obligations have been paid in full. The association remains in sound financial position,” she said.

The financial report was put on file for audit.

Secretary Karen Klug gave the BCYF’s year in review. Klug reported on nonfair events keeping the grounds busy from April through October. Many projects were completed during the fiscal year, such as updates to equine judges’ quarters, the construction of the Carol Sue Christner memorial gazebo by her husband, son and grandsons, the installation of several new roofs, a stone walkway, a handicap ramp to the equine entry office and an additional exit lane at Gate 3 ticket booths, an update to the wifi so that credit cards can be accepted at all three entrance gates and the addition of 12 new sheep pens and new tables, chairs and windows in the Youth Memorial Building.

Three successful fundraising activities raised enough money to cover the premiums paid to youth exhibitors. The 2017 BCYF theme was “Fairadise,” and Klug said they had “fairdise” weather. Fair attendance was 121,563 (up 3,154), and had 2,172 (down 33) exhibitors and 11,791 (down 190) exhibits. Klug thanked all the volunteers and staff, who make BCYF what it is with their passion and giving of their time and talents.

Each year, six members of the Board of Directors are elected for a three-year term. The following incumbents were nominated and elected for an additional three-year term: Corey Burks of Berrien Springs, Jim Kesterke of Berrien Springs, Klug of Eau Claire, Tiffany Rydwelski of Buchanan, Brian Smith of Niles and Mark Young of Niles.

The Outstanding 20-Year-Old Exhibitor award winner was Eric Vigansky of Stevensville. Selection of this award is based on a point system that judges nominees on their Youth Fair participation and amount of time spent volunteering outside of fair week over the last six years of exhibiting. Vigansky received a trophy and a $300 scholarship award provided by the D. R. Potts Memorial Scholarship Fund.

The Friend of the Fair award was presented to D’Nece Coleman and Klug Farms, LLC (Ken and Karen Klug). This award is given annually to those individuals, families, and/or businesses that have gone above and beyond the call of duty to help with the many activities at the Youth Fair.

Following the Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors met to select officers for the 2017-2018 year.

Officers elected for 2017/2018 are: President Foster of Berrien Center, First Vice President Tiffany Rydwelski of Buchanan, Second Vice President Cathy Reifschneider of Stevensville, Secretary Klug of Eau Claire and Treasurer Coulston of Niles.

The 2018 Youth Fair Dates are Monday through Saturday, August 13-18. The 2018 Fair theme is “Passport to Adventure.” — STAFF REPORTS

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PUBLIC NOTICES 3:00 o’clock p.m., prevailing Eastern Time, at the Township Offices, 17425 Red Arrow Hwy., New Buffalo, Michigan, to hear objections to the public improvements and to the proposed special assessment district therefor.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board may determine to NOTICE OF HEARING ON SPECIAL ASSESSMENT IMPROVEMENTS BY THE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE TOWNSHIP OF NEW BUFFALO TO ALL OWNERS OF THE FOLLOWING-DESCRIBED LANDS: The Michigan Shores Area Water District #1 consists of the following parcels of property located on Ash Drive, Catalpa Drive, Dogwood Drive, Elm Court, Evergreen Drive, Grand Beach Road, Highland Drive, Lakeshore Drive, Maple Drive, Oak Drive, Park View Drive, Pinewood Drive, Poplar Court, Ravine Drive, Ridgeview Drive, Spring Creek Drive, Tulip Tree Drive, Wolf Lane, Woodcrest Lane: TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to the provisions of Act 188, Public Acts of Michigan, 1954, as amended, the Township Board has tentatively declared its intention to proceed with the public improvements described as follows: The replacement of and improvement to existing water mains, including gate valve boxes, auxiliary valves and fire hydrants, and necessary pavement and road construction and improvements incidental thereto, together with all necessary interests in land, appurtenances and attachments thereto.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board has tentatively declared its intention to make such improvement and tentatively designated the above-described premises as a special assessment district against which at least a part of the cost of said public improvements is to be assessed.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board has caused to be prepared plans showing the public improvements, the location thereof and an estimate of the cost thereof which have been filed with the office of the Township Clerk, 17425 Red Arrow Hwy., New Buffalo, Michigan, for public examination.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board will meet on Tuesday, the 7th day of November, 2017, at

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proceed to make said improvement without a petition unless written objections to the improvement are filed with the Township Board at or prior to the Township Board meeting to be held on November 7, 2017. If written objections are received from record owners of land constituting more than 20% of the total land area in the proposed special assessment district

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the Township Board may not proceed to make the improvement unless it first receives a petition requesting the improvement signed by the record owners of land constituting more than 50% of the total land area in the proposed special assessment district.

JUDITH H. ZABICKI TOWNSHIP CLERK

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THURSDAY, NOVEBER 2, 2017

TURN UP THE LIGHTS COMING NEXT WEEKEND

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Live Music Recording festival will be held at the Civic Auditorium to raise funds for the Fox Park Amphitheater Expansion Project in La Porte from 1 to 10 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 11.

Arts in The Park has partnered with People & Songs for this event called Turn Up the Lights - A Live Recording Festival. The festival will feature bands and musical talent from all over the nation. The headliners will be Selah and Tom Milo Big Band, with the pre-concert show artists and performers being The Emerging Sound and Veterans Salute. The matinee performance will feature Tom Milo Big Band and the People in Song artists Will and Crystal Yates, Sean Carter, Charity Gayle, Marcy Each, Corey Voss and Kaden Slay.

The live recording festival will offer artisans booths, an art gallery and a Ministry Center.

There will also be a food court, along with a silent auction and raffle drawing.

The event will take place at the LaPorte Civic Auditorium located at 1001 Ridge Street in LaPorte, Indiana. The event is sponsored

by Horizon Bank.

Ticket prices start at $35 each.

Group rates and VIP tickets are also available. For information and tickets, visit www.

TurnUpTheLights.org. — STAFF REPORTS

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Harbor Arts to present “Bang the Drum Slowly”

arbor Arts will present the ultimate baseball movie, “Bang the Drum Slowly,” at the Vickers Theater Saturday, Nov. 4.

The film, which has been billed as Robert De Niro’s “breakout” role, also stars Michael Moriarty and Vincent Gardenia. For his portrayal of Manager Dutch Schnell, Gardenia received an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor nomination.

“Bang the Drum Slowly” is a 1973 American sports drama film directed by John D. Hancock about the relationship between a baseball team’s catcher, Bruce Pearson (De Niro), who has limited skill and intellect and a terminal illness, and his more intelligent and skilled teammate and pitcher, Henry Wiggin (Moriarty). It is a film adaptation of the 1956 baseball novel of the same name by Mark Harris. Timeout magazine named it 12th best baseball movie of all time.

Academy Award nominated director Hancock will host the special anniversary showing and tribute benefiting Harbor Arts. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with the screening at 8 p.m. There will be a discussion with Hancock, a silent auction of movie memorabilia, exciting door prizes and complimentary champagne and Chocolate Jems by Janet.

While the event is free admission, reservations are encouraged. Visit www.

HarborArts.com or www.Vickers Theater.com to make reservations. Tax deductible donations will be greatly accepted. The Vickers Theatre is located at 6 North Elm Street in Three Oaks. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON

Give-back to benefit WRHC

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ine at Mesa Luna from 5 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 8, when 50 percent of all food and beverage net revenue will be donated to Radio Harbor Country.

Radio Harbor Country is a low-power community radio station providing original arts and education and a diverse mix of musical programming. Tune into Radio Harbor Country WRHZ 93.5 FM and WRHC 106.7 FM, or listen on the web. Their “area-friendly” talk programming and local outreach reflects their commitment to the Harbor Country area. It is a fully underwritten volunteer organization that receives no dollars from commercial advertising.

Mesa Luna is located at 12868 Red Arrow Highway in Sawyer, Michigan. — STAFF REPORTS

FUDGE-raiser to benefit Senior Center

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ackie’s Café has chosen the River Valley Senior Center as the recipient of this year’s FUDGE-raiser.

RVSC will receive 100 percent of the proceeds, including a 100 percent match from the Larry Bubb Endowment. Each one-pound box is $14 (representing a $28 donation) and ready for holiday gift giving.

For more than 50 years, RVSC has provided services and activities for seniors who are more than 60 years old in 11 communities. Every order helps fund improvements of the facility and the expansion of much-needed services and programs.

The sale will run from now through Thursday, Dec. 21. For ordering and pick-up, visit Jackie’s Café at 801 West Buffalo Street in New Buffalo, or call 269-469-1800.

Call RVSC for more information at 269-469-4556. — STAFF REPORTS

MSP invites residents to “Stuff A Blue Goose” The Michigan State Police is organizing a drive to gather toys, food, and clothing for those less fortunate this holiday season.

The theme for the event will be “Stuff a Blue Goose.” The troopers have long referred to their patrol cars as a “blue goose,” and hope to stuff them full of toys, food, clothing and monetary donations. A Blue Goose will be stationed outside the Tyler Automotive location at 1810 S. 11th Street in Niles, Michigan, Saturday, Nov. 11. There, troopers will be volunteering their time to collect donations from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

MSP’s goal will be to gather as many toys, food, and clothing items as possible during this three-hour period.

All of the items gathered will be given to those families supported by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Berrien & Cass Counties. The donations will stay local and help those families in need within the surrounding communities.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Berrien and Cass provides mentors for 170 children in the Berrien and Cass County area. BBBS is a donorsupported mentoring organization that carefully matches children with volunteer mentors in one-toone professionally guided long-term relationships. The goal for Big Brother and Big Sister mentors in all of the BBBS programs is to help build the child’s self-confidence, encourage better school performance, and help each child have a brighter view of his/ her future.

This is the fourth year MSP has hosted this very important event.

Those who are unable to make it to Saturday’s event can still drop off donations at the Niles Michigan State Police Post and the BBBS office in Niles. This year, there will also be a collection site at the Tyler Honda at 4356 Red Arrow Highway in Stevensville, Michigan.

For questions, please contact Community Service Trooper/Recruiter Jesse Binns at 269-569-1966 or BBBS Executive Director BBBS Jenny Miner at 269-684-1100. — STAFF REPORTS

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THURSDAY, NOVEBER 2, 2017

Healthy Head Space

YOUR ANGER MANAGEMENT ISSUE MAY BE A SIGN OF PASSIVITY. COUNTERINTUITIVE, BUT TRUE.

BY NATALIE A. MOONEY, LPC NCC DCC NAM COUNSELING, NEW BUFFALO

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now someone who is always angry? Are you always angry?

Even though we think of anger as aggressive, most anger is rooted in passivity. Let me explain. SLXL Passive people put the needs and wants of others before their own. Passive people tend to automatically defer to others in the room, allowing others to take the lead. In fact, passive people may be so out of touch with their own needs, feelings and wants that it is just easier to hand control over to someone else. When a passive person says, “I don’t care”, they may be lying, and not even know it.

Passive people may speak their wants but with an apology, slumped shoulders, or my old stand-by, tacking a little laugh onto the end of everything I said. They may look away as they finish a sentence, or while making a request. When we do this, we send a double message: I want this, but it doesn’t really matter.

There are some upsides to passivity, to be sure. Passive people rarely have to accept responsibility when things go south, they can easily claim, “I didn’t pick this, you did!” Being passive is also a way to avoid confrontation. If a person never asserts an opinion or position, what is there to argue about?

There are a number of downsides to being passive, too. One is that the hurt of passivity can lead to active aggression. Active aggression can be a way to be seen, heard and felt in a world of otherwise numbness. A passive person, not having assertiveness skills, believes the only way to be heard is through acting out with loud, disturbed behavior.

Look, we all have a need to be seen and understood. It is usually our own passivity that gets in the way of this happening. So, when we do something we don’t want to, or swallow some feeling we are having, we start a cycle of stress building. Here’s the thing. We may not even recognize that we are doing it. It collects in us. Picture shooting a rubber band. When we are passive, we are increasing the tension on the rubber band, pulling it back, further and further, until snap! We snap. And now We. Are. Peeved. We pop off, we explode. Sometimes this process is helped along by an emotional trigger, tiredness, alcohol or drug use.

If you are a passive person who has explosive angry episodes it can feel confusing and like you have no control over yourself. The good news is that you do have control. Like so many things in counseling, managing anger is based in learning skills. Learning to replace passive behavior with assertiveness to avoid aggressive outbursts is a relatively simple process. And that is very good news.

If you or someone you know could benefit from counseling, please visit namCounseling.com.

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Visitors can browse the booths of nearly 20 vendors, all of whom will be touting a variety of items including unique jewelry, handmade kitchen items, one-of-a-kind ornaments and stuffed animals, clay whistles and pottery, hand-crafted baskets, lavender products and specialty plants, beautiful textiles, original art and cards and a vast assortment of unique food items.

For refreshments, Fernwood’s Café will be open for lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Homemade food items from Chef Tim Carrigan also will be available for purchase.

Admission to the market is free. For a full list of vendors and items, visit http://www.fernwoodbotanical.org or call (269) 695-6491. Fernwood Botanical Garden is located at 13988 Range Line Road in Niles, Michigan.

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THURSDAY, NOVEBER 2, 2017

Chamber annual meeting highlights new structure, welcomes new board of directors

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

ew structural changes are coming to the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce.

Chamber members heard about the changes, as well as what else is in store for the upcoming fiscal year, at their Annual Dinner and Meeting at Timothy’s in Union Pier, Michigan, Wednesday, Oct. 25.

Board President for 2016/2017 Rich Kochanny explained that, at last month’s Chamber board meeting, it was agreed upon that the Chamber operated like a company.

“We have built a brand, Harbor Country, produce a product, Visitors Guide, offer services, and are accountable to shareholders, our members and yet, we are not structured like one,” Kochanny said.

Board members voted on Viki Gudas, who currently serves as the Chamber’s executive director, to become the Chamber’s paid president/CEO and primary manager of the organization. Meanwhile, the board of directors will have a chair, who will manage board activities, and a vice-chair who will back-up the chair should he or she be unable to perform their duties. As with years past, the board will continue to have a secretary and treasurer.

Kochanny added that the Chamber’s current way of operating as a “volunteer organization” with a working president and board has made it harder to “recruit” volunteers for the board and committees. In addition, he added that the change will make them be more “aligned” with other local chamber structures, and will add stability for “board succession and strategic planning,” since the president will remain the same every year.

Newly appointed directors for 2017/2018 are: Danette Narregan, Chicago Title of Michigan; Bill Bielby, blais rustic chic; Maggie Martin, MAK Salon; Kurt Hauseman, New Buffalo Inn and Spa; Allie Mojsiejenko, Four Winds Casino and Jen Thompson, Chikaming Open Lands.

Returning directors are: Cathi Rogers of Fusion Design; Dick Sauerman, New Buffalo Savings Bank; Chuck Garasic, Sweethaven Resort; Tom Hemingway, ReMAX Harbor Country and Sandra Thompson, Acorn Theater.

The elected officers for 2017/2018 are: Rogers, board chair; Garasic, vicechair; Narregen, treasurer; and Sandra Thompson, secretary.

Chamber members also bid farewell to the following board members: Becky Thomas of Your Property Management, who has served on the board for three years; Tim Adams of Four Winds Casino, who has also served for two years; Becky Gloe, who has severed on the board for six years and was previously board treasurer; Rick Scanlan, who served for six years on the board and was previously the board’s vice president; David Aaker, who has served on the board twice for a total of six years and was the board’s secretary for the past three years and Kochanny, who’s served on the board for eight years and was president for three years.

Also at the meeting, Garasic, who serves as co-chair of the Guide’s editorial board, gave an update on plans for next year’s Harbor Country Guide. Garasic explained that the editorial board, which includes himself, Tim Rogers, Mario Zarantenello, Aaker and Gudas, made plans to “revamp” the member spotlight section. One of the bigger changes, he said, is to have the Guide be available next year by April 1, as opposed to the end of April. This way, Garasic said, it would be available for visitors to peruse for spring break getaway ideas.

Garasic said that Membership and Marketing Coordinator Kimberlee Wendt reported that only two premium spots remain for advertising in the Guide; however, there are still several other advertising opportunities.

In other Chamber marketing news, Rogers, who serves as chair of the Marketing Committee, said that the committee is currently committed to creating a relocation guide, which will help attract visitors to the region and show them all the best that Harbor Country has to offer.

Echoing Kochanny, Rogers said that continuing to promote the “Harbor Country brand” remains one of their main priorities for the new fiscal year.

“We are building on Harbor Country, and we have an amazing brand that we want to keep building on for next year,” she said.

Recently, the Chamber has taken on some campaigns, such as the Google Ad-Word Campaign/Undiscovered Season, which lasted for 30 days in August.

Rogers said that they will make the campaign a “priority” for next year. The Chamber has also engaged in a WBEZ Chicago year-round radio campaign, which has proven to be a success.

Currently, the Chamber has 482 members. Last fiscal year, it celebrated its highest number of new members in three years, as membership was increased by 3 percent. For more information on the Chamber, visit harborcountry.org.

Viki Gudas (far left) swears in the new and returning board members

Viki Gudas says good-bye to departing member Tim Adams

Rich Kochanny explains the Chamber’s new changes

Viki Gudas bids farewell to departing member, Rich Kochanny

Chuck Gerasic discusses the Chamber Guide

Board Chair Cathi Rogers discusses marketing efforts

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OBITUARIES Darlene Stille

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arlene Ruth Stille, age 75, a longtime resident of New Buffalo, died on Oct. 28, 2017, in New Buffalo.

She was born in Chicago on April 17, 1942, and worked in educational publishing for over 40 years. She was editorin-chief of Annuals and Online Publications at World Book Publishing, and author of over 150 children’s books. In the 1970s, she was president of Women Employed and led efforts to improve opportunities and working conditions for women in Chicago.

She is survived by her partner, Cynthia Marquard, and dear cousins Victoria Drieslein (Robert), Andrew Sohn (Claire), Robert Hoy (Riese), Donald Hoy, David Hoy (Lynette),

Elsie Woolf (Irving), Patti Barnes (John), Maureen Barnes (Brian), and Tammy McParland (John).

Visitation is from 4-6 p.m. CT/5-7 p.m. ET. on Thursday, Nov. 2 at Sommerfeld Smith Funeral Home, 15 N. Barton St., New Buffalo, MI. Funeral service is at 11 a.m.

CT/12 p.m. ET Friday, Nov. 3 at St. Andrews by the Lake Episcopal Church, 1007 Moore Road, Michigan City, IN. Memorials may be made to the Beneficiary Ruszkowski Educational Fund, C/O Fifth Third Bank, 1 W. Buffalo St, New Buffalo, MI 49117.

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THURSDAY, NOVEBER 2, 2017

HOR0SCOPE NOVEMBER 2-8, 2017

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 The vibration coming towards you is one of abundance and fruition. You will start to see many ideas begin to materialize and take shape.

Career and leadership opportunities will take an upswing and produce not only material gain, but prestige. Use this vibe fully by attending to financial obligations.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 Domestic issues will start to even out, now. Things that have been up in the air will be nailed down. The important thing is to confront issues head on. Take the lead in discussions and make people put their money where their mouth is. Wishy washy attitudes won’t work.

Take a stand and do not waiver.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 You will begin to feel more secure in your ideas, and will trust in your ability to think through tough situations. Any challenges thrown at you will only increase your determination to succeed.

You are in the mode to stand up for your beliefs and will push back if challenged. Great week to overcome obstacles.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 A sense of fulfillment will prevail in your relationship sector, and you will start to feel an increase in your financial department, also.

Harmony and understanding will be achieved by communicating with facts and concrete examples. Don’t embellish or exaggerate, get straight to the point.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 This week, you will solidify projects with formalized documents and binding contracts. Part of the reason that you are wanting a formal declaration is because you are not sure of another person’s commitment level, or you may not want to get stuck with total responsibility of the project.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 Financial issues will start to smooth out now, and you will be able to start moving forward with career goals. You will take more control of your spending which will increase not only your future resources, but your confidence. Have faith that if you buckle down now, you will certainly advance financially.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 Your energy levels are on the rise, giving you the ability to complete any long-standing work projects. Things that you have been putting off because they seem complicated, or time consuming will be a lot easier to do now.

Don’t shy away from big jobs. You can get it done and will pull through with ease.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 Your confidence and will power are increasing.

Look at your situation and surroundings with more optimism. Visualize and create things that reflect the inner versions of self. Know that you can reach your dreams, and do all that you believe you can. Step back and let your creative juices do the work.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 Career and work issues will stabilize this week. You can expect smooth sailing when it comes to meeting deadlines and obligations. It will be your creative passion that will drive your success now. You will be honored or recognized for all your hard work this week. Think promotion, and a raise.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 Take the time to reach out to family members and get reconnected. The holidays are right around the corner, and getting together will be very rewarding. Children and young people will take center stage and will help bridge any estrangements. Why not start the holiday season off early, with a phone call.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 Your desire to create and express your ideas, will lead you to some very far reaching educational opportunities.

What you learn now will prove to be of use in your domestic sphere, in the future. This is an excellent time to engage in research projects or discussion groups that center on home improvements.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 Relationships with peers and friends will open, this week. You will have the opportunity to take the lead in conversations, and direct it to any long-standing issues or problems you have had. Expect to see some intense transformations in your leadership abilities.

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POLICE BLOTTER OCTOBER 23-29, 2017 OCTOBER 23 Suspicious Suspicious/MDOP Welfare Check Suspicious/Juvenile Runaway LaPorte County/Assist Other Agency OCTOBER 24 False Alarm General Assist OCTOBER 25 PBT False Alarm OCTOBER 26 Chikaming Twp. PD/Assist Other Agency OCTOBER 27 NB City Fire/Assist Other Agency General Assist Medic 1/Assist Other Agency (x3) OCTOBER 28 PBT Property Damage Accident Civil Standby OCTOBER 29 Medic 1/Assist Other Agency (x2) General Assist/Halloween Parade Assault NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency

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

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 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.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3 FIRST FRIDAY’S ART WALK 5-9PM CST. Uptown Arts District.

N Franklin Street, Michigan City. www.uptownartsdistrict.org.

Art galleries, shops and boutiques along north franklin street are open until 9PM, CST. The Lubeznik Center, 101 W Second St, 5-8PM. opening reception of FRAGILE CODES and IN THE ABSTRACT. In FRAGILE CODES artists Jason Bernagozzi and Eric Souther will present video installations, sculptures and prints that borrow and repurpose images from popular media to create a transformative experience.

Upstairs IN THE ABSTRACT presents artwork by four Chicago area artists (Shelly Gilchrist, Jeffrey Hirst, Michele Thrane, and Karen Tichy) using hot wax and pigment in their own distinctive artistic language.

Jeffrey Hirst and Michele Thrane will be at the opening reception to demonstrate how this artwork is created. Don’t miss it.

Admission is free.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 HOLIDAY MARKET 10AM-5PM. Fernwood Botanical Garden.

13988 Range Line Rd. Niles.

269-695-6491. www.fernwoodbotanical.org.

SHOP AND WINE TASTE! WITH BRITTNEY 1-4PM. Lemon Creek Winery. 533 E Lemon Creek Rd. Berrien Springs.

Brittney’s Brittney’s LuLaRoe ‘Pop up Boutique.’

HARBOR ARTS PRESENTS: BANG THE DRUM SLOWLY 6:30PM Doors Open. 8PM Show. Vickers Theatre. 6 N Elm St. Three Oaks.

Academy Award nominated Director John Hancock hosts a special anniversary showing and tribute benefiting Harbor Arts.

Enjoy the film, a silent auction of movie memorabilia...and more, exciting door prize, complimentary champagne and chocolates and a discussion with John Hancock. Free admission, reservations encouraged.

JEFF DANIELS 8PM. ACORN THEATER. 107 GENERATION DR. THREE OAKS. Tickets: $50.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 RADIO HARBOR COUNTRY GIVE-BACK DINNER 5-10PM. Mesa Luna.

12868 Red Arrow Hwy. Sawyer.

Dine at Mesa Luna where 50% of all food and beverage net revenue will be donated to Radio Harbor Country.

NEW BUFFALO SERVICE LEAGUE 6:30PM. Song Chinese Restaurant.

301 W. Buffalo St. New Buffalo.

Monthly meeting. If you are interested in attending the dinner or joining the organization call Nancy Gino at 269-4691364 or Paula Dudiak at 269-426-3431.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 SURABHI CD RELEASE PERFORMANCE 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets: $25.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 TURN UP THE LIGHTS-A LIVE RECORDING FESTIVAL 1-10PM. LaPorte Civic Auditorium.

1001 Ridge St. LaPorte. 219-363-9317. www.turnupthelights.org Support the Fox Park Amphitheater Expansion Project. The live recording festival will offer artisans booths, an art gallery and a Ministry Center. There will also be a food court, along with a silent auction and raffle drawing. Tickets are $35 each, packages available.

10-MINUTE PLAYWRITING COMPETITION FINALS! 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets: $10.

LaPorte museum to present Belle Gunness program Judge William Boklund will be presenting the facts of the notorious killer, Lady Bluebeard, who lived among the citizens of La Porte a little over a hundred years ago, at the La Porte County Historical Society Museum at 7 p.m. Friday Nov. 10.

This event is a Membership Drive for the Historical Society. Therefore, instead of regular admission, those attending will be joining the Historical Society at a cost of $15 per individual. This entitles members to receive entry to the museum for all of 2018 at no extra cost. There are also other levels at an additional fee with more perks, such as 10 percent off gift shop items.

Boklund is a lifelong resident of LaPorte, growing up next door to Ray Lamphere’s younger sister Cora and a block away from the store where Sheriff Smutzer’s son worked as a butcher. Ray and Sheriff Smutzer both figure greatly in the Gunness horrors. Boklund has been a member of the bar of Indiana for 40 years and a trial judge for 21 years. He taught law classes at PNC part time for 30 years. He has also been a member of the faculty of the Indiana Judicial Conference.

The presentation is an examination of what happened during the first days following the Gunness home fire.

This includes the link to Chicago’s investigation of her behavior while living in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, the development of the state’s theory of the case, the handling of evidence, including the human remains found on the property, and the interaction of the main players in the case during the first days after the fire.

Doors will open at 6 p.m. to allow time to fill out membership forms before the presentation at 7 p.m. Belle-type refreshments will be available in the meeting room of the Museum. The program will be presented on the lower level.

The Museum is located at 2405 Indiana Avenue (US35) at the south entrance to LaPorte and is handicapped accessible. — STAFF REPORTS

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