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Berrien County Health Department announces $1.5 million opioid settlement grant opportunity

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he Berrien County Health Department is inviting eligible organizations to apply for up to $1.5 million in funding through the next three-year cycle of the County’s opioid settlement grant program. The funding will support communitybased initiatives that expand prevention, harm reduction, treatment and recovery services for people affected by opioid use disorder across Berrien County.

Funded through national opioid settlement agreements and approved by the Berrien County Board of Commissioners, the grant cycle will invest up to $500,000 annually from Jan. 1, 2027, through Dec. 31, 2029, to expand sustainable, community-based solutions that prevent opioid misuse, support recovery and improve the long-term health and well-being of Berrien County residents.

“The opioid epidemic continues to affect individuals, families and communities throughout Berrien County, and these settlement funds allow us to invest in local solutions that can make a meaningful difference,” Health Officer

Guy Miller said. “We are looking for organizations with innovative, collaborative approaches that expand access to prevention, treatment, recovery and other opioid remediation services while addressing the unique needs of our community.”

Applications for the 202729 grant cycle open Monday, Aug. 10 and are due by 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4.

Grant funding will begin Jan. 1, 2027.

Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, health care providers, behavioral health organizations, educational institutions, local governments, tribal organizations and other qualified entities with the experience and capacity to carry out opioid remediation activities in Berrien County. All applicants must meet Berrien County’s requirements for an approved responsible vendor.

Organizations are encouraged to submit proposals that develop, implement, enhance or expand programs addressing opioid use disorder, polysubstance use and co-

occurring mental health and substance use disorders.

Proposed projects should serve Berrien County residents and demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with approved opioid remediation strategies.

“Prevention is a critical part of reducing the impact of opioid use disorder and creating healthier communities,” said Hannah Darr, health promotion and prevention supervisor at BCHD. “By supporting organizations that are working directly with residents, families and community partners, these grants help strengthen the systems and services that prevent substance misuse, connect people to resources and create pathways to recovery.”

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he new funding cycle builds on Berrien County’s initial opioid settlement grant program, which awarded $1.1 million to support community-based projects from April 1, 2024, through Dec. 31, 2026.

The 2027-29 grant cycle increases available funding to $1.5 million, reflecting the County’s continued

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commitment to investing opioid settlement dollars in programs that provide lasting community benefit.

To help prospective applicants prepare competitive proposals, BCHD will host in-person office hours 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16 at its Benton Harbor office, 2149 E. Napier Ave. Organizations will have the opportunity to ask questions about eligibility, application requirements and the funding process.

Proposals will be reviewed and scored by the Opioid Settlement Review Team using criteria that include community need, organizational capacity, alignment with approved opioid remediation strategies, evidencebased or promising practices, measurable outcomes and anticipated community impact.

Funding recommendations will be presented to the Berrien County Board of Commissioners for final approval.

Additional information, application materials and the complete request for proposals are available on the Berrien County website.

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CITY OF NEW BUFFALO VANCE PRICE, MAYOR CITY COUNCIL MARK ROBERTSON, ROGER LIJEWSKI, KAREN GEAR, RICH KNOLL, VANCE PRICE City Council meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30PM CITY OF NEW BUFFALO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS Meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 5:30PM NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP BOARD HOWARD MALES, MICHELLE HEIT, MICHELLE HANNON, PATTY IAZZETTO, BARBARA ANDERSON Board meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 4PM NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM SHERIFF BERRIEN COUNTY Sheriff, Chuck Heit Undersheriff, Greg Sanders NEW BUFFALO AREA RECREATIONAL AUTHORITY Meets at 9AM on the 2nd Wednesday of every other month (odd) at New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway New Buffalo NEW BUFFALO AREA SCHOOLS BOARD LISA WERNER, JOHN HASKINS, DENISE CHURCHILL, JENNIFER SUMMERS, VANESSA THUN, STEPHEN DONNELLY, GREG VOSBERG The Board meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at 6PM CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP BOARD DAVID BUNTE, PAULA DUDIAK, LIZ RETTIG, RICHARD SULLIVAN, ARTHUR ANDERSON Chikaming Board meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30PM CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meets on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:30PM THREE OAKS THREE OAKS TOWNSHIP BOARD Meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7PM VILLAGE OF THREE OAKS BOARD Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7PM GRAND BEACH Meets on the 3rd Wednesday at 5PM EST KIMBERLY WOLNIK, CLERK-TREASURER HARRY WALDER, JACK GRACE, ED SEBASTIAN, PETER DOERR, EDWARD BRANDES MICHIANA VILLAGE OF MICHIANA COUNCIL Meets on the 2nd Friday of each month at 1PM

Final 2026 concert series to feature Mark Sudeith

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he ninth and final performance of the 2026 Pipe Organ Concert Series will feature Mark Sudeith at 12:15pm CST Aug. 19.

Sudeith is known as a pianist and organist for his many performances in the Chicago area. He has been featured in performance with the Chicago Gargoyle Brass and Organ Ensemble on Pipedreams and WFMT radio.

He presented at the 2012 Chicago national convention of the Organ Historical Society, where “the playing was first fate, and our voices filled the 1,150-church with joy.” (The Diapason) Sudeith also performed for the 2022 Columbus, Ohio national convention of the Organ Historical Society with 30 days’ notice. Gramophone described his performance of Britten on the Gargoyle Brass CD, Night’s Bight Days: “The Passacaglia, however, is truly electrifying, as intense an account as I have ever encountered-with the piano, here played by Mark Sudeith, organist in the Holst and Meechan works--an evocative replica of the opera’s celesta.”

He holds the Master of Music in organ performance from the University of Minnesota, where he

studied with Heinrich Fleischer, and the Doctor of Music in piano performance from Indiana University.

Sudeith retired in 2020 from the position of interim associate provost at Chicago State University, where he joined the music faculty in 1984.

All Wednesday afternoon concerts are held at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 818 Franklin Street, in downtown Michigan City. Concerts are free to the public and all are invited to enjoy music played on St. Paul’s historic American Classic Austin Organ.

Once again, the Ladies of St. Paul’s will host a reception following Mark’s performance giving audience members an opportunity to meet the artist.

Please visit our website http:// mcorganconcerts.org/ for a complete schedule and more information about our concert series; stay connected as we plan the 2027 concert season.

Take a lunchtime break and relax in St. Paul’s beautiful sanctuary, be transported by the extraordinary sounds of this outstanding instrument expertly played by Mr. Sudeith.

For questions or further information, please contact Bill Halliar at william.halliar@gmail.com or call 219-629-5853. — STAFF REPORTS

Ship & Shore Blues & Soul Festival debuts in New Buffalo

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

estivalgoers enjoyed a reimagined Ship & Shore Festival during the Ship & Shore Blues & Soul Festival, which brought

together blues and soul artists, food vendors and Michigan craft beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages to Lions Park Pavilion Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 8-9.

The Ship & Shore Blues & Soul Festival was produced by Exit One Events, a Michigan 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to creating memorable festivals and community experiences that

strengthen local businesses, promote tourism, and celebrate arts and culture throughout Southwest Michigan.

Next up is the iRock Jazz & Wine Festival, also at Lions Park, Sept. 5.

For more information, visit www. exitoneevents.org.

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Donna Herula band takes the stage

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Dunes Summer Arts Theatre to bring back most popular show, ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’

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unes Arts Summer Theatre is bringing back its most popular show with a special three-performance concert presentation of “Jesus Christ Superstar.” Featuring a live band, the legendary rock opera

by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber will be presented Aug. 14–16 as part of the theatre’s landmark 75th anniversary season.

First released as a concept album in 1970 before making its Broadway debut the following year, “Jesus Christ Superstar” revolutionized musical theatre by blending contemporary rock music with the story of the final days of Jesus Christ through the eyes of Judas Iscariot.

Featuring iconic songs including “Superstar,” “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” and “Gethsemane,” the groundbreaking work remains one of the most influential and enduring musicals ever written.

“Instead of our usual Broadway Cabaret, we’re bringing back a concert version of the most popular show ever presented by the Dunes, ‘Jesus Christ Superstar,’ featuring the return of performers who made those productions great, as well as some amazingly talented newcomers.

There are only three performances of this classic, so reserve your seats now,” said Steve Scott,

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artistic director of Dunes Arts Summer Theatre.

Directed by Scott with music direction by Andrew Flasch, “Jesus Christ Superstar” features Kevin Lee Giese as Jesus, reprising the role he has portrayed in six previous Dunes productions; Isaiah Robinson as Judas; Kate Turner, Kate Zeckel and Emma Radtke sharing the role of Mary Magdalene; Khyel Roberson as Pontius Pilate; Dan Moser as Caiaphas; Matt Milcarek as Annas; Tommy O’Brien as Peter; Tristan Haberland as Simon Zealotes; and Timothy Slatton as Herod. The ensemble includes Aydan Goorhouse, Diana Smoot and Amanda Tomczak.

A special concert event presented for one weekend only, “Jesus Christ Superstar” will be performed Friday and Saturday, Aug. 14 and 15, at 7 p.m. CT and Sunday, Aug. 16, at 2 p.m. CT at Dunes Arts Summer Theatre, 288 Shady Oak Drive, Michiana Shores, Indiana.

For more information or to purchase individual tickets ($35), senior/student tickets ($30), preview tickets ($15), group sales ($5 discount per ticket for six or more) and season subscriptions ($150) please visit dunesARTS. org or call 219-879-7509.

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Is Data Center developer in New Buffalo Township planning just a “storage yard” or something more?

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BY JASON SMITH

everal months back, I noticed part of the dirt road portion of Kluver Road had been graveled over. There was also quite alarge gravel lot being put in on a 114-acre property on the east side of Kluver Road, just south of The Woodlands Course at Whittaker and abutting the Indiana state line. Some other township residents also noticed and asked township officials “what the heck is going on?”. The Township Supervisor went out to the site to investigate. According to her, no one from the township was informed of anything prior.

Turns out Phoenix Investors, the same company that is the developer of the controversial “Project Maize” data center in Michigan City, Indiana, had purchased the land on Kluver Road. They didn’t inform the Township of their intentions; they bypassed them and went to the Berrien County Road Commission for permission to put gravel on this public road. At this point, Phoenix Investors told New Buffalo Township officials they are putting in a “storage yard” to use for equipment, materials, and staging for their Michigan City project. New Buffalo Township told them they could notproceed unless they were approved for a Special Land Use permit (SLU). Since then, Phoenix has put in for a SLU permitwhich is currently pending and may be decided on August 17th at the Township public meeting. This has been a topic at NB Township Planning Commission and New Buffalo Township Board public meetings over the past couple months. On July 7th,the New Buffalo Township Planning Commission Board voted and recommended that the NB Township Board Deny the Special Land Use request.

Despite the Planning Commission’s vote for

denial recommendation, Phoenix immediately got their heavy equipment rolling again and have been building up a large dirt berm perimeter on the property and have been bringing in tons more gravel by the truckload.

My main issue and concern is that data center developers all over the United States are telling local officials in many municipalities initially that they want to put in just a warehouse, logistics center, or storage facility, and then they exploit loopholes in the old zoning ordinances and eventually go on to build full scale data centers at those sites.

The Township board has an important decision ahead. Phoenix is owed their due process in the matter for sure. Do they meet the qualifications to be approved for a SLU for a storage yard? If you read New Buffalo Townships zoning ordinance for SLU, the answer would be a definite “NO” in my opinion. New Buffalo Township § 455-8.2 says a special land use may be approved “only on a finding that the special land use will meet all of 7 specific standards”.

To see details of these standards, please visit www.newbuffalotownship.org or ask township officials for a copy. According to the ordinance, if even one standard is not met, the township is obligated to deny the permit.

Phoenix Investors’ request fails at least four of the standards.

New Buffalo Township Board has said they will vote whether to approve or deny the Special Land Use request at the next public meeting in just a few days on August 17th at 5pm at New Buffalo Township Hall.

I encourage all township residents to voice their opinions and attend this important meeting.

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Caroline Fortunato approved as high school principal

he New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education approved hiring Caroline Fortunato as high school principal at a Thursday, Aug. 6, meeting.

She joined New Buffalo High School in 2019 as a social studies teacher and most recently served as student advocate, leading key academic, attendance, and wellness initiatives.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Michigan and a Master of Arts in Social Studies Education from Teachers College, Columbia University. Fortunato has over 10 years of experience in secondary education, beginning her career at West Orange High School in New Jersey, where she also taught Social Studies.

Superintendent Adam Bowen said that Fortunato just completed her Association of Secondary School Principals Path to Leadership and just received her Michigan Certification for Principalship.

Looking at her cover letter, he said she stated that “one of the

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Assessment Team – experiences, he greatest things she’s learned about said, that will “translate very, very leadership is about not having all well” in her new role. the answers; more often, it’s about Fortunato said she’s “excited to get asking thoughtful questions, listening to work tomorrow.” carefully and bringing together people “I’m committed to listening, with the expertise to find the best path learning, building forward.” relationships “I think that and supporting resonated with our outstanding me because that’s staff as we going to be a major continue creating goal for her this opportunities for year coming to us,” every student to Bowen said. succeed,” she said.

He added The hiring that Fortunato of Christopher has already Grant for the taken on other position of middle administrative school social duties, such as studies, pending being a lead at background check, Caroline Fortunato At Risk, or MTSS was approved. meetings so she’s been very owen said Grant just involved in attendance, behavioral and graduated from Central academic interventions, was on the Michigan University and school improvement team, did credit comes from a family of recovery and was part of the Threat teachers (his parents are

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social studies teachers).

Grant said he’d provide students with “facts and information and it’s up to them to come to their own conclusions.”

“He really talked about how his classroom is going to be structured with discussions and kids coming to those conclusions,” Bowen said.

The conference attendance for Denise Churchill and Vanessa Thun at the Michigan Association of School Boards Annual Leadership Conference, Oct.15 - 18, was approved.

Board members approved hiring Samuel Stine for the position of “interim” special education coordinator.

Bowen said staff were returning the next day. An iPad Apple professional development with 20 teachers will be soon taking place, with the teachers then training other staff throughout the year.

“This is just one of many professional developments for iPads,” he said.

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Band campers preview royalty-themed show

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embers of the community got a first look at this year’s royalty-themed halftime show when band camp was wrapped up on the multiplex field at New Buffalo High School Friday, Aug. 7.

Noting that they were the first to use the new field that had recently been under construction, bands director Ayrielle Hoyt said that this year’s theme was “Pop Royalty.” The show will kick off with a medley from the “Queen of Pop,” Madonna, featuring

her songs, “Like a Prayer” and “Material Girl.” Next up is the “Princess of Pop,” featuring Beyonce and her “Crazy in Love.” Campers then performed “I’ll Be There” from the “King of Pop,” Michael Jackson and the Jackson Five.

Hoyt said everyone will have to attend one of the games this fall to see the closing song featuring the other “Princess of Pop,” Britney Spears, and her song, “Toxic.” The first football game of the season will be Thursday, Aug. 27, at River Valley High School.

Campers do a preview of this fall’s show

The marching band marches onto the field

Campers do a preview of the halftime show

Campers march onto the multiplex

The trombone and saxaphone section takes center stage

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Western-themed benefit raises funds to preserve open spaces

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

veryone who had gathered at the 80-acre horse farm of Ken and Jean Schiffer, Deer Creek Ranch, in Three Oaks for Chikaming Open Lands’ annual benefit Saturday, Aug. 8, was there for a reason, said Chikaming Open Lands Executive Director Ryan Postema.

“That’s to support conservation in our community,” he said.

COL, he said, “works to preserve open spaces and the natural character of our area.”

“In partnership with people, businesses and a variety of organizations, we are able to protect the environment, promote public health and wellness, support our local economy and preserve and cherish natural places forever,” Postema added.

Noting that the places are being protected “not from people” but for them, Postema said that the interaction people have with nature “provides a wide variety of benefits.”

“Nature really is a great equalizer and it’s really a nice thing to have at your doorstep…It’s a gifted part of this community, which offers so many diverse opportunities to explore nature…Having these places makes all of our lives better,” he said.

The night’s major sponsor was Petite Acres, which also sponsored this year’s #10Trails Challenge.

Justin Cohen, who co-owns Petite Acres, which is French-inspired boutique retreat and event venue located at 1109 E. Buffalo Street in New Buffalo with his wife, Jeana Anderson Cohen, said they strove to preserve space’s 4.25 acres of natural resources.

“The property we took over was full of trees and keeping those trees was critical to our mission and allowing individuals to come and stay, gather, host and appreciate the property was important to us,” he said.

He credited working with Mariana

Landscaping to create beautiful landscaping on the property, paths and gardens.

COL, he said, was also a “natural partner” for Petite Acres.

“We knew it was so important for people to continue to maintain the land around southwest Michigan,” Cohen said.

He invited everyone to visit to see Petite Acres’ free community events, such as yoga and dinner series.

The event featured a Paddle Raise, during which people made a straight donation to COL’s Mighty Acorns program. The program, which currently is in three school districts in southwest Michigan, is an educational outreach program that takes students into nature and teaches them about the outdoor world.

The Paddle Raise raised money for adding one new district to the program (there are 15 total districts in southwest Michigan), providing bussing to one of the nature preserves for the entire school year and exploration backpacks for students.

Guests donned their best cowboy boots and other Western gear for the evening to try out some line-dancing led by Andrew Bell or enjoy small plates and cocktails.

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uests could also bid on a variety of silent auction items and purchase a raffle ticket for a three-course cooking demonstration for up to eight people with renowned Chef Cheyenne Galbraith of Houndstooth Restaurant in Benton Harbor.

Currently, COL owns and maintains several nature preserves, including open access ones that are open to the public, have trails, are free to visit, and are accessible from dawn to dusk 365 days a year.

For more information, visit www. chikamingopenlands.org.

COL Executive Director Ryan Postema welcomes guests

Bent Wing performs at the benefit

Andrew Bell leads a group in line dancing

Petite Acres co-owner Justin Cohen speaks on importance of conservation

Guests enjoy drinks from Wandering Mule

Guests are gathered in Deer Creek Ranch

Guests gather in Deer Creek Ranch

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1935-2026

arol Ann Hooper, 90, of Three Oaks, died peacefully on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 in the comfort of her family’s presence.

Her life began October 15, 1935 in Michigan City, Indiana the first born of two children born to Willard and Beatrice Fausch.

She married Ivan Hooper July 16, 1955 in Michigan City, Indiana. He preceded her in death on March 14,

2021 Carol was an avid Cubs fan. She loved her cats and bird watching.

Carol enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, she never wanted them to grow up.

Carol will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by her children Peggy Hooper of Niles, Pam Hooper and Penny Taylor, both of La Porte, Indiana, Paul Hooper of Three Oaks two grandchildren three great grandchildren her sister, Jane Cooley of Michigan City, Indiana.

She was preceded in death by her husband of sixty-five years, and one grandson.

The family will observe a private remembrance.

Carol will be laid to rest in Greenwood Cemetery.

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A Day in the Life

ROSCO FETCHED HELP...

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BY LAWRENCE VON EBELER

y dog Rosco has a spring-loaded dog leash that goes out 30 feet that my friend Annie bought for him. A very nice gift because I can’t walk him and he has no dog run. I get him hooked up to it from the front doorway, and he has the pleasure of running out to the lawn for his fun and business, and barking at the lucky dogs being walked on a leash.

But there’s a problem for both of us.

The long line gets tangled in lawn chairs, porch handrails, etc., requiring me to get him unhooked and back into the house, which is a challenge for me keeping my balance going out to un-snag him. On Saturday I managed to get to him and unsnag him from the Adirondack chairs, doing it with grea concentration, a walker, and determination not to fall.

I managed to get down the porch steps and the few feet over the lawn and got him freed from the chairs.

Now was the challenge of getting me back to civilization and the porch!

I got across the lawn with my walker to reach the steps. I managed to climb them backwards on my behind for each step, but once I got up on the deck, I

could not get up on my feet! I laid there for a few minutes when a nice neighbor came to help me, and then another, and finally I had a gang of neighbors and four ambulance men in a small crowd.

And another neighbor arrived who had been sought by Rosco, my hero dog! He found her three houses away and led her back to me; she exclaimed in tears. All totaled, the gathering seemed almost like a party! Because by now, there was a small crowd of concerned neighbors, including one who fetched me a tall glass of iced tea that hit the spot in the hot sun where I was lying on the porch floor.

I tried my emergency pendant for such emergencies, which was dead.

I could not use my phone because I couldn’t see the screen to dial for help because of the sun reflecting on it. No problem, someone else had called and two vehicles showed up: an ambulance and an emergency truck with four attendants who helped me into the house. It was the whole scene that was so moving!

The neighbors’ gathering was very touching, but I was also so impressed with my little Rosco.

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Stage One of The Adjustment came right after I’d boarded and was checking out the well-appointed cabin that would be my home for the next week. I was setting up my computer and printer on a spacious desk when the room steward stopped in and introduced himself. He told me if there was anything I needed during the trip, all I had to do was buzz him and he’d take care of it. I liked the sound of that.

Back when I was a child of ten or eleven, my parents were building their clothing business empire. They worked hard to achieve success. But my dad believed if you worked hard then you were entitled to enjoy that success. He wasn’t big on jewelry and he certainly wasn’t a gambler. There were three things, aside from his family and his business, that he truly enjoyed: having a nice home, driving a nice car and taking nice vacations.

My parents always took two weeks off after the hustle-bustle of the Christmas season to enjoy a cruise.

They’d return home well-tanned, with great stories and cool gifts for my brother and me. I decided I wanted the same thing when I grew up.

Stage Two of The Adjustment to relaxation mode came during dinner on my first night at sea. Sitting at an elegant table in an elegant dining room, my server asked what I wanted for dinner. When I said I was torn between the filet mignon and the lobster, without a blink she replied, “Why don’t you just have both?”

I smiled and said a simple “Okay.”

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

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER22—DECEMBER21

The energetic flow from the stars will be opening up a lot of opportunities to have fun and interact with others, this week.

This is the time to be creative and playful with your peers Know that the universe is ready to support and sustain interactions that are based in recreational activities and outdoor sports.

The stars are shining bright for you this week, as there is a lot happening in your sign.

Use this energy to it’s fullest by eliminating toxins and any addictive behaviors. It’s time to let the past go and embrace a new beginning. Guard your health above all else and be more protective of your inner light.

Your free spirited wander lust side will be activated this week which may cause a little tension with partners or people who depend on you for resources or a sense of security. There may be some contention or opposition to you wanting to explore on your own but everyone needs some time for themselves.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22

CAPRICORN DECEMBER22—JANUARY19

The energy coming your way this week could make you feel frustrated with your living situation or lifestyle. Focus any discontent into making changes and updating things. Use your dissatisfaction to motivate you to clear out broken and mismatched items; make way for the new and improved.

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Now is the time to deal with big financial matters or make a big move in your career. There may be a strong feeling of being dis-empowered or bullied by a partner or work associate but the truth is you have the upper hand now and will make serious changes that will undercut the competition.,

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It’s time to be a little more protective of your finances and valuable property. Don’t brag or be too showy with expensive purchases. It’s best to keep financial matters private and behind the scenes. There is a very popular and be seen kind of vibe out there but don’t fall prey to the tabloid rich and famous showboating.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 This is the time to check in with partners and see how they’re handling their obligations. There may be a lot of tension and anxiety for your partner or one of your close friends concerning their work or ability to keep their promises. You may consider doing the work for them or helping them in some major way.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18

This week the energy is on partners and creating ways to engage with them on a deeper level and have fun.

Know that the universe is in position to support and sustain intimate connections for you now.

So, don’t be afraid to open up to that special someone and take a chance on getting closer this week.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20

It is important to channel any anxious or agitated energy towards making positive financial changes this week. There is a lot of highly emotional energy focused on your sign now. Use it to your advantage by letting it be a motivating force to reign in disruptive spending habits. Only purchase items that hold value.

Grab your passion and your ability to love fully and make things happen.

This is the time to fulfill obligations to yourself, to follow your dreams and push creative ideas to there fullest potential.

People you once held in high esteem may fall from grace but it will ultimately push you to be more efficient and self serving.

It is the utmost importance to avoid toxins and toxic situations, as you will be uber sensitive this week.

Know that the universe is ready to provide and sustain any healing modalities or lifestyle changes you are ready to make. You may even be pushed to go cold turkey with out even realizing it.

There is nothing so easy but that it becomes difficult when you do it reluctantly. — Pythagoras

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mid-day storm packing strong winds and heavy rains Tuesday caused tens of thousands of power outages throughout northwest Indiana along with numerous fallen trees and power lines.

According to Northern Indiana Public Service Company, there were more than 16,000 customers without power in its La Porte service territory and over 7,000 outages in its Michigan City service area.

A vast majority of the outages lingered into Wednesday with no estimates yet from NIPSCO on when service will be restored for all of its customers.

“We will get that to customers as soon as possible.

That’s one of our top priorities,” said NIPSCO Communications Director Jessica Cantarelli.

La Porte County Commissioner Steve Holifield asked drivers not to travel, if possible, due to the safety risk posed by the number of fallen trees, utility poles and power lines.

He said utility company crews also need space to begin the task of restoring power.

“If you don’t have to be on the roads, stay home,” he said.

There were tornado warnings out during the storm but no confirmed touchdowns yet.

Michigan City resident Bob Johnson said about 1.6 inches of rain fell into his rain gauge during the storm, which lasted for about 30 minutes.

At one point, Johnson said he had difficulty seeing his barn just 40 to 50 feet from his residence.

“It was sheets of rain. I could barely even see it because the wind and the rain was coming down so hard,” he said.

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School supplies, safety celebrated at Public Safety Day

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ew Buffalo Township Fire Department’s newest addition, a new Squad 13, made its public debut at Public Safety Day at Public Safety Building 2 Sunday, Aug. 9.

The truck also made an appearance at the annual

Families check out the free school supplies

Sheriff Chuck Heit grills hot dogs

golf cart parade at Grand Beach last month.

Fire chief Jamie Flick said that the engine went into service a week and a half ago and matches the other one they got five years ago.

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“It’s equipped with all extrication tools for accidents and whatnot and it’s ready to fight a fire as

Children enjoy a bounce house

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hourly wage. Peyton Swain IS the first fire cadet and will be starting at the end of the month.

“She’s been with us all summer hanging out enjoying learning,” Flick said.

Public Safety Day allowed members of the public

The township’s new fire truck is on display

Daniel Magill sprays water with a hose as part of the obstacle course

Families enjoy a hot dog lunch

A line forms in front of the dunk tank

to meet local first responders, explore police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, and other emergency vehicles, and learn more about the important work they do to keep our community safe.

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by The Pokagon Fund, while supplies lasted, enjoyed a free hot dog lunch and participated in a relay race and other activities.

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