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Chikaming Township hears 2018-2019 budget amendments at board meeting PAGE 4

New Buffalo Middle/ High School marks Veteran’s day with ceremony PAGE 5

Converge Community Church unveils newest expansion at ribboncutting PAGE 6 Playwrights take the stage at Acorn Theater PAGE 7

Community members unleash their inner genius during Genius Night PAGE 7 La Lumiere cancels ‘Ball’ game PAGE 8 New Buffalo Area Schools students score high on SAT, M-STEP assessments PAGE 9

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New president takes the reins of Michigan City Chamber of Commerce

BY STAN MADDUX

he new chamber of commerce president in Michigan City has the skills to help a community focused heavily on workforce development. Katie Eaton, who officially took over Tuesday, Nov. 13, came over from the Economic Development Corporation Michigan City (EDCMC). Previously, she was with the Center of Workforce Innovations in Valparaiso working with companies in areas like job training. ‘’It’s a role that I think makes sense with my background,’’ Eaton said. She said her goals include furthering an already strong partnership between the chamber and EDCMC. The lifelong Michigan City area resident said reaching out to the business community to make sure their wants and needs are being met is also high on her priority list. ‘’We love the area. Love the community. I’m just happy to be in a role that will allow me to continue to give back,’’ Eaton said. Eaton was Economic Development Manager during her just more than two years with EDCMC. Clarence Hulse, executive director of EDCMC, said having a chamber president experienced not only at workforce development but also business retention and expansion from her work at EDCMC should help job creating efforts in the community. One of the keys to job creation is having enough people with skills that keep and attract companies paying a good wage, he said. The school corporation is among the agencies that has been working aggressively the past several years on workforce quality. ‘’I think she’s got a built in advantage in terms of knowing what some of the business needs are and those are things we can work together on to help us out long term,’’ Hulse said.

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SWET MAKING LOCAL DRUGGIES SWEAT

ocal sellers of illegal narcotics have reason to sweat, judging by the growing list of busts from a specialized team of drug investigators assembled just over a year ago. The Southwest Enforcement Team (SWET) consists of officers from several law enforcement agencies in this corner of the state including the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office. Michigan State Police oversees SWET created in the 1980’s. But, it wasn’t until June of 2017 when the narcotics unit of the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office merged with SWET, which receives federal support in areas like cash, manpower and technology. ‘’We’ve seen great results,’’ Berrien County Undersheriff Chuck Heit said. The October 5 arrest of Dexter Brown, 32, in Benton Harbor for possession with intent to deliver heroin, possession of a firearm by a felon and other counts is one of the most recent SWET related cases filed in the Berrien County courts. Elbert Briggs, 41, charged with two counts of delivering cocaine, possession with intent to deliver cocaine and maintaining a drug house in Niles Township also resulted from SWET flexing its muscles. Police said those two arrests and four others from September 26 to October 5 resulted in the total seizure of 33 grams of heroin; 56 grams of cocaine along with 12 pounds of marijuana and eight firearms. More than one-third of the confiscated heroin allegedly belonged to Allan Coates taken into custody in Benton Township, police said. Police said nearly all of the marijuana and a half ounce of the cocaine were taken out of a home also in Benton Township where Corey Douglas, 43, was led away in handcuffs. Another major SWET bust on August 2 in Benton Harbor produced 50 grams of crack and powder cocaine along with drug trafficking charges against 32-year old Bruce Miles, police said. SWET was also involved in the Buchanan Township arrests of three individuals in June of 2017 for the making of methamphetamine. Heit said SWET is a more effective and efficient way of combating the drug problem because of how all of the agencies involved combine manpower and other resources instead of working separately. For example, several members of the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office narcotics unit stayed on with SWET after the merger but five others from the narcotics unit returned to patrol duty to assist with call volume while losing nothing in terms of drug enforcement, he said. Other agencies with a presence on SWET include sheriff’s offices from Van Buren, Cass, Barry, Calhoun and Kalamazoo counties along with police from Kalamazoo Township, South Haven, Portage and Covert. Involvement by state and federal authorities gives SWET the authority to immediately venture into other jurisdictions to go after suspected dealers whose activities stem from well outside the region and even other states. ‘’People cross not only county lines but state lines as well,’’ Heit said. SWET receives federal assistance from the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area designations started in 1990 from passage of the Drug Abuse Act in Congress. HIDTA designations are given to counties with a lot of drug shipments from highly populated areas passing through on major arteries like Interstate 94. There are 12 HIDTA designated counties in Michigan with all being in southwest Michigan and the Detroit area. Among the HIDTA designated counties in Indiana are LaPorte, Porter and Lake. Southwest Michigan and northwest Indiana are considered prime areas for HIDTA resources from their location between Chicago and Detroit. HIDTA established in 1990 is run by the United States Office of National Drug Control after the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988 was passed. — STAN MADDUX

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Chikaming Township hears 2018-2019 budget amendments at board meeting

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

pon reaching the halfway point of Chikaming Township’s 2018-2019 fiscal year, Township Supervisor David Bunte announced at the Board of Trustee’s Thursday, Nov. 8, meeting that necessary changes needed to be made to it to reflect current expenditures. Bunte requested that the budget include an approximately $7500 expenditure from the Berrien County Drains Commission, which is due in February. Bunte was requesting that the township amend a capital expenditure line item for improvements to Township Hall’s audio-visual system and the computer audio visual and internet technology systems in the office from what was originally budgeted at $37,000 down to $20,000, as the township was currently only at approximately at $15,000. Bunte said he’d refrain from making any additional technology improvements until the 2019-2020 budget so the township can “stay close to budget.” Bunte also requested that a second capital expenditure line item regarding repairs to Township Center’s entryway as well as its roofs and windows be amended be increased from $33,000 to $50,000, which he said would include any additional expenditures that were needed to repair the building. “What it comes out to is it’ll be a wash in the capital expenditures department,” Bunte said of the amendments. Bunte said he was requesting the line item adjustments under the assessor’s office be made to reflect hiring new township assessor Toni Swisher as a township employee and receiving a salary wage. In the Zoning Department, Bunte said he felt that the township had “overestimated” its legal fees for the 2018-2019 fiscal year and was requesting that they amend the department’s budget from $20,000 to $10,000. Bute said that the township was now at more than $20,000 in additional fees and time that were associated with updating the township’s zoning ordinance draft and that they had originally budgeted $15,000. He added that if they were to increase it to $25,000, the township would have “a wash within this department to the bottom line.” Under the Building and Inspection Department, Bunte requested increasing the budget from $5,000 to $7,000 to cover printing and publishing costs. Bunte said the township has had an “extraordinary amount” of requests for Special Land Uses, and a lot of notifications and publications were mailed to residents notifying them of the changes. Under the Utilities, Bunte requested that the budget be increased from $9,000 to $13,000, as the township was running “just a little close to budget” within that department. The township’s 2019-2020 fiscal year will officially begin April 1, 2019. Also at the meeting, Bunte announced that a motion will be made on the draft employee handbook, which was distributed to board members at last month’s meeting, next meeting, so that it can go into effect Jan. 1. He added that township attorney Charles Hilmer also reviewed the handbook, which is more “thorough” than the previous one. Bunte added that the biggest change to the handbook was having the township transition to a paid time off (PTO) policy, which he said will be “easier to track” than the current floating holidays and sick days system. Board members approved putting the dodge charger that’s used by the police department up for auction. Bunte explained that police chief Todd Taylor said the vehicle was in need of $3,000 worth of repairs, and that the vehicle may not last much longer even after the repairs. Grecthen Evans, director of the Bridgman Public Library, said that the library is now a part of Social Workers in Rural and Small Libraries (SWiRSL), a grant funded partnership between seven region libraries. The program connects patrons with information about services within their community. Said that a social work intern will be at the library from 3 to 5 p.m. every Friday to assist residents with filling out the Michigan Bridge form online, completing a job application or resume and other related matters. The program will also allow the library to create a resource list that includes area food banks and other activities of which residents may not be aware. Township Clerk Paula Dudiak reported that on election day Tuesday, Nov. 6, the township received 690 absentee ballots and 978 residents came to the polls, which means that more than 62 percent of the township’s residents voted.

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Members of the middle and high school student senates eat breakfast with veterans

New Buffalo Middle/High School marks Veteran’s day with ceremony

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embers of the New Buffalo Middle and High schools’ student senates rose bright and early to sit down and eat with members of their own community who have sacrificed their lives for the students’ freedom the morning of Friday, Nov. 9. In honor of this year’s Veteran’s Day (which was Sunday, Nov. 11), the students treated local veterans to a special breakfast in the middle/high school cafeteria. After the breakfast, students trooped into the Performing Arts Center, where they heard about the importance of being a leader and seizing every opportunity by keynote speaker Erik Petravicius. A former New Buffalo High School student and a current New Buffalo resident, Petravicius served in the U.S. Army from 1994 to 2011 (he took a break between the years 2002 and 2005 before completing his obligations in 2011). “I felt honored to be invited to speak (at this year’s ceremony),” Petravicius said. Petravicius said he wanted to encourage everyone to jump at every opportunity that was spread before Erik Petravicius speaks at the New them in life. He especially emphasized Buffalo Middle and High School that students should take advantage of Veteran’s Day ceremony an opportunity, as they are young and n may not be aware of its significance. “It’s important that we take advantage of every opportunity before you realize that, one day, the opportunity is gone,” he said. With regards to leadership, Petravicius said that there are two kinds of leaders in the world: formal and informal ones. As Petravicius learned during his time New Buffalo Middle and High School in the Army, sometimes he had to be student senate members eat with veterans in the high school cafeteria prepared to take the lead even though it wasn’t necessarily his duty to do so. Similarly, Petravicius said that students must also be prepared to step up to the plate and navigate any unexpected challenges that may be thrown at them in life’s battlefield. Petravicius said that being an informal leader was possibly more important than being a formal one because those particular leaders were doing something that wasn’t expected of them. “When you’re a formal leader, you’re expected to be at the center of things. When you’re an informal leader, you have to know what needs to be done to make (something) happen,” he said. On behalf of all the other veterans who attended the Veteran’s Day breakfast, Petravicius said he wanted to thank New Buffalo Middle and High School students and faculty members for giving them the star treatment that morning. “They did a great job – they made us feel appreciated and loved,” he said.

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Converge Community Church unveils newest expansion at ribbon-cutting BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

ew Buffalo’s newest future gathering rest of the community’s children too. families in the community where they could bring space was officially revealed to the their little kids?’” she said. “We wanted to open this place up to the public when the Harbor Country Gourley added that, in the beginning, the hours community to be able to have events - to open it Chamber of Commerce held a for community members to use the play space will up in the dead of winter - when there’s no place to ribbon-cutting ceremony at Converge be “random,” as a sandwich board will be placed go, kids can come here with their families and burn Community Church Wednesday, Nov. 7. outside the church informing everyone of when a off their energy and just enjoy spending time here For the past several months, members of the church member is present and it’s open for use. together,” he said. church have been working on “Converge Community Eventually, the church will have Church Phase II,” which involved the regular hours that will be posted in wing located on one side of the church the library and newspaper. Families building that was formerly a drop-off are free to park in the lot located at point by Goodwill Industries being the rear of the church. transformed into a child’s play space In the future, Gourley hopes that as well as a place for children’s Bible community members can also rent study classes, youth group activities out the wing for birthday parties and and social events. other events. The wing now includes a glassed“(We thought) the space would in room near the back with indoor be really nice to get to offer to the play equipment that will be used as a community something they didn’t children’s play space. Located near the already have that would enrich this play space is a multi-purpose room neighborhood,” she said. that will be used as a classroom for the church’s children’s Bible study classes he church has been renting on Sundays. The rest of the wing has out the wing to Goodwill been left open and will eventually be since it purchased the available for community members building before opening who want to rent it out for birthday its doors in June 2015; parties or other gatherings. The wing however, Gourley said that there (front row, right to left) Viki Gudas, Kimberlee Wendt and children also contains doors that open up into was always an understanding that cut the ribbon while Mike Bettig (back,left) assists them the church’s kitchen and a hallway it could eventually be used for the leading to the church’s lobby area, a church when church members felt that they were The new expansion was an entirely volunteerbathroom and a nursery located near the play space. outgrowing their current space. driven effort. Ballig said that 1300 volunteer hours Jeff Dryden, pastor of Converge Community Gourley added that more “ninja warrior style were poured into it. He said he especially wanted to Church as well as Sawyer Highlands in Sawyer, climbing equipment” that’s “not too high off the Michigan, thanked community members for coming thank Garry Balling, who oversaw and coordinated ground,” as well as a couple of “cool towers,” will out that night to show their support for the church’s the volunteers; Bob Hiser, who was “boots on soon be joining the other play equipment. A couple latest expansion. the ground;” and Lou Hoekstra, who oversaw the of artists will also be painting a mural. “Thank you Chamber - we love being part of construction process. Gourley praised the construction crew, who built community and we love being here,” he said. Michelle Gourley, who was a part of the Phase all of the walls in the new space and framed them in Mike Bettig, the site pastor at Converge, said that Two planning team, said that church members have as well as all of the cabinets. The church fundraised having a place for children to play was the church been meeting to discuss a purpose for the new space to cover the cost of the materials. congregation’s main motivation for completing the since last summer. Among the volunteers were Gourley’s own expansion. Gourley said that she had observed that, while children, who also volunteered their time when the “The reason why we wanted to renovate this side there were outdoor spaces (such as New Buffalo church was being built. was we wanted a place for young families to come Township Park) where parents could meet and “My oldest daughter, who was three at the time for a safe place - a place that we (church members) children could run around, there aren’t too many (when the church was built), she told me last year, could stay out here and communicate and fellowship indoor spaces. ‘Hey Mom, do you remember when I built the and talk about the Lord and the gospel and have a “Winter is long and kids get wound up - they just church?’ They have a lot more ownership of this place for the kids to play safely,” he said. need a place to go to use their bodies and move, a space, too, because they helped,” she said. In addition to children who attend the church, place they can be loud, and we thought, ‘Wouldn’t it Converge Community Church is located at 601 W. Bettig said they look forward to opening it up to the be nice if we have a place that we could open up to Buffalo St. (Highway 12) in New Buffalo.

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2018 Jennifer Siewert plays crystal quartz bowls

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Playwrights take the stage at Acorn Theater

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packed house was treated to an evening of six short, 10-minute plays during the final round of the second annual Spectacular Tournament of Playwrights at the Acorn Theater Saturday, Nov. 10. The competition for the best original play began last spring, with more than 40 plays having been submitted from across the country. Nine preliminary judges worked diligently over the summer to read every play, narrowing the field down to the top six finalists. From there, the producers worked with six nearby theater companies to stage each of the plays with experienced actors and directors. The final selection of plays came from writers as close as St. Joseph, Michigan, and Lombard, Illinois, to as far away Twin City Players perform “La Puerta” as Pennsylvania, California, BY HOLLY SHULMAN Texas and Florida. The talented actors and directors were from hen it comes to sharing your talent or passion, Loretta Friend of theater companies in Michigan, Elsie Earl Studios wants to give your genius a stage. Indiana and Chicago. That seems to be the idea behind Genius Nights on the second The plays’ stories were all Friday of each month, when Friend hosts a unique variety show entertaining, diverse and featuring mostly Harbor Country creativity and talent. unique. First up was “Lending Entertainers are invited to sign up for an open mic evening of 10 to 15-minute a Hand,” which was a comedy acts. The line-up can feature any kind of performer, from poet, to storyteller, to about a couple dealing with love, musician and singer, to comedian, to magician, to philosopher, and to artist. relationships and a flesh-eating The evening show Friday, Nov. 9, opened with a guided meditation led by yoga cat. The next in the line-up was instructor Jennifer Siewert, who also played crystal quartz bowls that elicit deep, “If Heaven Exists,” where a man melodious tones. The next performer was John Peterson, who shared an original who has just arrived in heaven poem and an essay about his life growing up in a small midwestern farm town. Chris and D.C. Finney has a lighthearted conversation Eric Lester took the stage with his passion for percussion, delighting the audience with God. “38 Minutes” with his rhythmic talents on a framed drum instrument called a Tar. George examined what it might Dobie, a philosopher and humorist, was next with his stories, favorite quotes and have been like for a couple advice for how to handle telemarketers and phone scams. On deck was artist Ron vacationing in Hawaii when the Ferguson to share his paintings and drawings. false missile strike warning hit Those who have something interesting or entertaining to perform or present the airwaves. In another play, should call Friend at 734-646-6633 to find out how to become a part of the next “String Enough Memories,” Genius Night. two sisters are getting ready for Elsie Earl is an art center and fine art gallery that also houses a gift shop and their mother’s funeral while a yoga and pottery studio. Showing in the gallery are works by local, regional, discussing childhood memories. and national painters, color pencil and graphite artists, photographers, and The final two plays of the night potters. The art center offers classes in 3D painting (plaster sculptures), clay, took all the awards. drawing and painting. Wine and canvas sessions can be booked as a fun An esteemed panel of alternative for parties or events. It’s all waiting for you to explore at 200 W. three judges selected “Snake Buffalo St. in New Buffalo (parking is available on Barker Street.) Charmer” by Stanley Toledo of Rio Vista, California, as runner up for a $75 award. Set in a modern-day cafe, the play Beckwith Theater Company performs “The Snake Charmer 30 N Whittaker St 3 revolves around a techie and an 30 N Whittaker St 30 N Whittaker St ancient snake charmer meeting Bar by night Deli by day Deli by day and arguing over what is real or not. The audience also voted and chose the very same play as the winner of The People’s Choice award, adding another $75 prize for Toledo. The judges awarded the winning prize of $300 to “La Puerta” by Jefferson Helton of Commerce, Texas. A poignant satire, the topical play involved a U.S. Congressman finding himself at heaven’s gate in a place that resembles the Mexican border and discovering he is not allowed to enter. Only a few of the playwrights were able to attend the event; however, D.C. Finny and her husband, Chris, came all the way from Celebration, Florida, to see her play, “38 Minutes,” performed. The couple said they were very impressed with the quality of the production and the professionalism at the Acorn. “It’s really such a thrill to actually get to see my play produced and Open 7 days Open 7 days Open Thursday-Monday Ope performed on stage. It’s incredibly validating,” D.C. said.

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From the Bleachers COLUMN BY KURT MARGGRAF IN CHICAGO

e went to see the movie, “A Star Is Born” last weekend and I found it extremely entertaining. As some of you are aware, on my list of passions, music is only slightly behind sports. Sometimes I’m fortunate enough that in my mind, my two passions collide, and when that happens, I’m glad I have a column to write so I have an outlet for my ideas. Although I can’t imagine anyone being unaware of the storyline of the movie, I’m not going to spoil it. Instead, I’ll just take my cue from the title and remember all of the stars in my life. First, of course, comes family. I believe there are 34 of us. Four have passed away but all of them, each and every one, are stars to me. I stand in awe of their kindness, success, and humor. Just being part of this wonderful group of stars humbles me and I’m so proud to be counted among them. It would be impossible to single out stars that shine brighter than others. Each one could be the focus of an entire column, but space prohibits, so let’s move on. Right alongside of family comes friends, and goodness knows there’s a plethora of stars among them. Young and old, male and female, I actually tried to count them but became confused when I got to 100, each and every one a star. Remembering all the people who have passed through my life was an eye opening exercise. If you add co-workers and customers who were friends, the number swells to over 200. Up until now, I hadn’t thought about this much, but having a couple of hundred friends and family members brings with it a great deal of responsibility. I could be a positive, or a negative, influence on a rather large group of people, just by my demeanor. I’m sure we all have many people we affect, and if we can impact our circle of friends and family in a positive way, we will all be so much better off. There are many other influencers in life. Teachers are an important part of how we grow. Whether they teach kindergarten or are college professors, if they teach at the most prestigious university or are home schoolers, a good, caring teacher can give you the confidence to succeed in whatever you do. Good coaches can also give you the confidence to succeed in whichever sport you choose, and that can carry over into other parts of your life. Being a Chicago sports fan has given me many stars to look up to. Ernie Banks, Anthony Rizzo, Nellie Fox, Paul Konerko, Walter Payton, Dick Butkus, Stan Mikita, Jonathan Toews, and Michael Jordan are just a few of the great athletes who were also great men and made us proud to be Chicagoans. So whether it’s your skill or your kindness, you too can be a star. Who knows, maybe someone will make a movie about you. Vincent Van Gogh said, “For my part I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight of the stars makes me dream.” Be careful out there. Make good choices. Keep smiling. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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a Lumiere cancelled its high school boys basketball game Tuesday against a team which just added LaMelo Ball, a projected high NBA draft pick. In a statement released by the college prep school north of LaPorte, officials cited their decision was due to the 17-year old Ball playing professionally. Ball, the brother of Los Angeles Lakers’ star Lonzo Ball, was playing professionally in Lithuania before deciding to enroll at Spire Institute east of Cleveland, Ohio. “The scholar-athletes at La Lumiere School are here to prepare in every way for success at the college level. We aim to put together as competitive a schedule as possible for our team, but we have never played against a team whose roster included any players who have played at the professional level. With the recent news that someone who has played professionally intends to play for SPIRE Academy, we are not comfortable moving forward with our game slated for Tuesday against SPIRE,” the school said in a statement. La Lumiere athletic director Matt Marvin said he did not know if the game will be rescheduled. “I can’t give out any details or have any details at this point. I don’t have information to give. I wish I did,’’ Marvin said. Marvin referred any further questions to Adam Kronk, head of school at La Lumiere. Kronk could not be reached for comment. Calls to Spire Institute were directed to Jeff Orloff, the chief operating officer at the school. Orloff could also not be reached. La Lumiere, the 2016-17 Dick’s Sporting Goods High School National Basketball champions, won their first two games of the 2018-19 season at home. The Lakers defeated Indiana Elite Prep Friday night 100-40 and Quakerdale Prep on Saturday 83-48. Ball scored 20 points and had 10 assists in his Saturday debut for Spire Institute during an exhibition game victory. La Lumiere’s cancelation of the game left many fans who were looking forward to seeing Ball and 7’ 7’’ Robert Bobroczky disappointed.

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t first glance, 18-year-old New Buffalo High School senior Olivia Haskins said that people may not guess that she is a very determined person. “One thing that people wouldn’t know about me just by looking at me is that I’m a hardworking individual and that I will not stop until I complete my goal - no matter what it is,” she said. Olivia’s hidden determination was on full display when, after weeks of rehearsing, she soared to the top of the New Buffalo Royal Court’s chain of command after being crowned Miss New Buffalo 2019 during the Mr. and Miss New Buffalo pageant at the New Buffalo Performing Arts Center the evening of Saturday, Nov. 10. Olivia is the daughter of Jason and Erica Haskins. In addition to being determined, she also wanted audience members to know that she’s “athletic, passionate and outgoing.” Her hobbies include volleyball, basketball and softball. Next year, she wants to study nursing at Grand Valley State University. Michael Tran, Riley Cain, Olivia Haskins, Despite being outgoing, Olivia said she found herself “speechless” after being crowned Morgan Motycka and Jacob Smith New Buffalo’s newest reigning queen. “It was very nerve wrecking but it was really fun - we have an amazing group of girls and there was nothing better I could ask for,” she said of her pageant experience. Olivia also received the 2019 Entrepreneur Award for selling the most tickets and ads for the program. Joining Olivia on the royal court is First Runnerup to Miss New Buffalo 2019 Morgan Motycka. Second Runner-up is Riley Cain and co-Mr. New Buffalos are Jacob Smith and Michael Tran. An 18-year-old senior at New Buffalo High School, Morgan is the daughter of Anthony and Belinda Motycka. Something she wanted the audience to know about her is that she’s “outgoing, Lily Worley tells Ben O’Donnell (left) Little Miss and Mr. contestants perform personable and energetic.” In her spare time, she about her dream vacation spot a dance to Kids In American enjoys playing volleyball and softball, and wants to continue playing volleyball in college. Morgan was also crowned New Buffalo’s Miss Congeniality 2019. An 18-year-old senior at New Buffalo High School, Second Runner-up Riley Cain currently resides with her grandmother, Carol Shubert. She is involved in choir, cheerleading and is the business manager of the yearbook staff. She wants to study biology and mathematics in college. Co-Mr. New Buffalo 2019 Jacob Smith is an 18-year-old senior at New Buffalo High School. He is the son of Jason and Brandi Smith. He’s involved Miss Niles 1968 Donna Flewelling Bradfield (left) attaches a pin to Miss with band, has participated in the nuclear physics New Buffalo Alina Willhoite as part of her program and is part of the cast of New Buffalo Little Miss New Buffalo contestant Ella Lijewski tells induction into the Southwest Michigan Area’s School’s upcoming play, “A Christmas Alina Willhoite (left) about her favorite place in America Blossom Queen Sorority Carol.” Jacob (who kept the audience in stitches) also received the People’s Choice award. A 16-year-old senior at New Buffalo High School, Michael Tran is the son of Tuyet Le and Phu Tran. He enjoys playing football and baseball and wants to study biology and pharmacy in college. Also participating in the pageant were Daisy Fox, Libby Price and Hope Motycka. Tim Taylor was the master of ceremonies. Miss Niles 1968 Donna Flewelling Bradfield also made a special appearance to formally welcome 2018 Miss New Buffalo Alina Willhoite into the Southwest Michigan Blossom Queen Sorority. In keeping with the “South Dakota: Great Places, Great Faces” theme of the pageant, contestants donned outfits that portrayed a variety of famous people and places from South Dakota, such Calamity Jane, Badlands National Park and Wild Bill Hickock. Contestants also gave a brief but informative background on their chosen person Emcee Tim Taylor entertains or place to the audience, which Taylor said proved the crowd during the Miss and 2019 Miss Junior Teen New Buffalo Kaitlyn Rainwater Mr. New Buffalo pageant recieves her crown that they had “beauty and brains.”

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Earlier in the day, the 2019 Little Miss and Mr., Miss Junior Teen and Miss Teen New Buffalo pageant also was held in the Performing Arts Center. This year’s Miss Teen New Buffalo is Jordyn Bryk. First Runner-up is Elizabeth Schmock. A 13-year-old eighth grader at New Buffalo Middle School, Jordan is the daughter of Ryan and Carrie Bryk. She enjoys basketball, volleyball and going to movies. In her first remarks as Miss Teen, she said that the pageant had been “so fun.” “I honestly have never really talked to these girls as much as I have before and I was so glad I got to know them - they’re amazing people,” she said. Elizabeth Schmock (center) is crowned 2019 First Runner-up to Miss Teen New Buffalo

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n keeping with the “Kids in America” theme, contestants were asked what was their favorite place in America. Jordan said she loved Hawaii because she’d never been there and it was “beautiful and peaceful.” Miss Teen First Runner-up Elizabeth Schmock is 13 years old and attends New Buffalo Middle School. She is the daughter of Josh and Megan Schmock. Other Miss Teen contestants were Olivia Schroeder and Zoe Price. Miss Junior Teen New Buffalo 2019 Kaitlyn Rainwater is 12 years old and attends seventh grade at New Buffalo Middle School, where she enjoys playing volleyball and hanging out with friends. She is the daughter of Kylie Maak. Her favorite place in America is New Buffalo because “I love my community.” First Runner-up to Miss Junior Teen 2019 Sierra Sheeler is 10 years old and attends the fifth grade at New Buffalo Elementary School. She is the daughter of Shannon Shawver. Also competing for Miss Junior Teen were Ava Jackson and Ellen Ripley. Little Miss New Buffalo Charlee Churchill is 9 years old and in the third grade at New Buffalo Elementary School. She is the daughter of Mark and Denise Churchill. Charlee, who loves to bake, said she would most like to jet off to Paris because “they have yummy desserts there.” She loves New York because that’s where her cousins reside. First Runner-up Little Miss New Buffalo is Lily Worley and Second Runner-up is Kinsley Lambert. A 7-year-old who attends second grade at New Buffalo Elementary School, Lily is the daughter of Allison Worley. A 7-year-old second grader at New Buffalo Elementary School, Second Runnerup Kinsley is the daughter of Eric Odenwald and Jacqueline Lambert-Odenwald. Other Little Miss contestants were Ella Lijewski, Meredith Johnson and Madison Creech. Little Mr. New Buffalo 2019 Alvin Tran is 8 years old and in the second grade at New Buffalo Elementary School. He is the son of Tuyet Le and Phu Tran. Alvin plays football, basketball and tee ball. His dream is to swim in Hawaii. Other Little Mr. contestants were Chase Churchill and Griffin Krum. The Little Miss and Mr. Miss Junior Teen and Miss Teen New Buffalo pageant was dedicated to 2018 Miss Teen New Buffalo Nyhilia Durham, who has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Masters of ceremonies were Willhoite and Mr. New Buffalo 2018 Ben O’Donnell. Both the Little Miss/Mr., Miss Junior Teen and Miss Teen and the Miss and Mr. New Buffalo pageants were chaired by Angela Dupre and Tracy Tanksley.

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reminded me that no toll road to Southwest Michigan existed in the fifties. My family rode to Union Pier on Highway 12. Even so, the drive animated my sweet memories of the area. The Pebble House was a revelation. It arranged my thoughts, as past and present came together in the Pebble House’s “Arts and Crafts” décor. Through the years, I visited often and became friends with the owners, Jean and Ed Lawrence. I asked them about Warren Woods and shared my childhood memories. Jean told me about E.K. Warren, the wood’s namesake, who put the town of Three Oaks on the map. She told me there wouldn’t be a Warren Woods, without him. I knew nothing of this and doubted my father knew either. And quite a story it is. E.K. Warren was a turn of the century industrialist. He discovered a new material to make corset stays for turn of the century women. The going material used for stays was whalebone, which the women found to be uncomfortable. He pioneered the use of turkey feathers, instead. Featherbone was such a success girls and women moved to Three Oaks from the countryside to work at the Warren Featherbone Factory. The population of Three Oaks doubled. Warren was also a conservationist. Long before he acquired his enormous wealth, Warren bought 300 acres of woodland in an effort to preserve a forest primeval. Wildlife flourishes on the trails throughout Warren Woods, which to this day remains undisturbed and a natural treasure. As Warren famously said, “Money is only as good as it accomplishes good.” Warren Woods is now a State Park. People travel from all over to visit this beautiful beech/maple forest, where some trees are as old as 450 years. Such old-growth havens are extremely rare, and this is one of the finest - a reminiscence of how Michigan once looked. I now had a heightened appreciation of Warren Woods. When I returned to Chicago, I told my father about it. For his birthday, I bought him a weekend at the Pebble House. He fell in love with Warren Woods once again and visited often over the years. When my dad died in 1995, I sprinkled his ashes all over Warren Woods. In 2003, my husband and I moved to Sawyer, Michigan. Now communing with my father is as easy as a visit to Warren Woods. Usually I sense him in the patient flow of the Galien River, which gently winds its way through the all-knowing, father of us all - Warren Woods.

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AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 You’ll be feeling much more confident and self-reliant this week. Your friends and associates may have strong opinions but follow your own gut instincts and intuitive feelings rather than relying on someone else’s perspective now. Follow your heart and harmony will prevail.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 You will have a renewed sense of style or purpose this week. It will feel like you have your groove back and you won’t feel so closed off or out of touch. Which will motivate you to get your daily routines back in line so, you can go out and have fun with friends or siblings.

TAURUS

This is a great time to set the record straight and get your side of the story heard. It’s time to end your silence or solitary practice and get involved with others. You may not want to make any deep commitments yet but certainly start getting more involved with life.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 You will be able to mix business with pleasure this week as you will be getting to know clients and work associates on a more personal level. There may have been certain parts of your personality that you had kept hidden for fear of judgment but now you can let your true colors shine.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 You normally like to have the gang around when you make important decisions or travel plans but this week it may prove wiser to do your own thing and if others want to join fine, but don’t rearrange plans if you have to go solo. Who knows, you might make some new friends.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 Don’t be afraid to speak your mind or express yourself with dramatic flair. It’s time to laugh and be more generous with your spirit and time. Your friends will need to move fast if they want to keep up with you now, but your good mood will catch fire and get the party started.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 Any issues you have had on the job front will be resolved now. You will feel much more relaxed and will capable of handling bigger assignments. On another note any domestic strife or property issues will be resolved or at least start to harmonize this week.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 The sustenance you’ve been needing will be coming in this week. Get ready to feel refreshed and renewed. This is a great time to reach out to those hard to talk to types because you’ll be much more confident also, which in turn makes your arguments much more persuasive.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 Your one on one relationships will offer you some unique creative outlets this week, which will ultimately deepen your commitment levels. Even if you come to the agreement to spend more time apart, you’ll be happy knowing that you can find common ground and live in harmony.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 You’ll be ready and able to deal with problems promptly and effectively this week. There is a sureness to your steps and you won’t have any trouble getting to where you need to be no matter what gets in your way. Don’t let idle gossip or drama affect your plans.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 Some profitable business opportunities will be opening up this week and even though they are in their infantile stage it doesn’t mean you should hold back or wait. Get to work on them while the iron is hot. Draw up plans, investigate the legal side of things. Just get things started.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 Don’t let restless energy cause you to act out or break the commitments you have. Go to the gym or take a brisk walk to blow off steam and guarantee a good night’s sleep. When you step back from things or let things rest a bit, you will get a better perspective and settle any issues.

APRIL 20—MAY 20

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ZUMBA 6:30PM. New Buffalo High School High Gymnasium/Dance Studio. 111 E Clay St. New Buffalo. 219-614-8847. Teacher is Marie Crist. $7 per class.

JERICA PALIGA DEBUT: OPENER STRINGS BEYOND DESCRIPTION. 9PM. Acorn Theater. 107 Generation Dr. Three Oaks. Tickets are $25.

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RIVER VALLEY MISS & MR. PAGEANT 3PM. River Valley High School. 15480 Three Oaks Rd. Three Oaks. Blossomtime community pageant.

NEW BUFFALO CHRISTMAS PARADE AND SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY Downtown New Buffalo. THREE OAKS CHRISTMAS PARADE AND SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY 11AM-9PM. Snowflake Street Stroll. Stores in downtown Three Oaks will be open late that evening. 6:30PM. Christmas Parade. The parade will step off North Elm Street, followed by a tree lighting at Carver Park.

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.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19

KEITH HARKIN KEEP ON ROLLING TOUR VIP 5:30 & 6:30PM. Show 8PM. Acorn Theater. General Admission: $35. VIP: $55 -$75.

THE NEWPORTS: BLUES, ROCK ,SOUL WITH OPENER NOMAD PLANETS 8PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets are $20.

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7

HARBOR COUNTRY BOOK CLUB 6:30PM. New Buffalo Township Library. 33 N. North Thompson. New Buffalo.

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EVERY 2ND & 3RD SATURDAY NEW TROY FLEA MARKET 9AM-3PM. New Troy Community Center. 13372 California Rd. New Troy. Admission is free.

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AUTUMN ARTISAN MARKET 10AM-7PM Sat and 10AM-5PM Sun. Journeyman Distillery. 109 Generations Dr. Three Oaks. This annual two-day event brings together artists, artisans and makers in a popup market at the distillery. Browse a varied selection of unique goods, from

DANCING QUEEN: A TRIBUTE TO ABBA 8PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets are $25.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22 HAPPY THANKSGIVING

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23

SEAN MASTERSON TIMELESS MAGICIAN 2PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for children under 18.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23

SECOND CITY’S NON-DENOMINATIONAL CHRISTMAS SHOW 8PM. Acorn Theater. Chicago’s famed sketch and improv comedy theater comes to Three Oaks with “The Second City’s Non-Denominational Christmas Show,” an irresistibly festive new show that will have you laughing all the way through the holidays. Tickets are $45.

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FIRST FRIDAY’S ART WALK 5-9PM CST. N Franklin St. Michigan City. Art Galleries, shops and boutiques along North Franklin Street are open until 8PM CST. Move to the beat at the Lubeznik Center. Music begins at 5:30 p.m. in the Hyndman Gallery in the midst of the “Warhol: Icon & Influence” exhibition. Free admission and cash bar.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30

ANN HAMPTON CALAWAY- DIVA POWER 6:30PM VIP. 8:30PM show. Acorn Theater. Tickets are $45. VIP tickets are $125.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1

M&R RUSH HOLIDAY PARTY: BETWEEN THE LINES TOUR 7:30PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets are $20.

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