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Man found dead in house fire PAGE 3 Another sewer rate hike being studied PAGE 3

Enjoying a spot of tea at New Buffalo Township Library PAGE 5

Costumes and camaraderie at annual ‘Running of the Bull’ Pub Crawl PAGE 8

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Man found dead in house fire

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LaPorte man was found dead inside his residence during a fire that remained under investigation.

Melvin Peek, 58, was on hospice and just returned home recently after a stint at a nursing facility, according to LaPorte Police.

Officers first to arrive were driven back by smoke and flames, police said.

Firefighters after starting to douse the fire quickly went inside and discovered Peek.

He did not have a pulse when placed into ambulance, police said.

LaPorte Fire Chief Andy Snyder said the Indiana State Fire Marshal’s office was called to assist in trying to determine the cause because of a fatality being involved in the early morning January 22 blaze.

Peek lived there for less than a year, said his landlord, Michael Vincent.

He said Peek seemed very nice and always gave thanks whenever something was done for him at the residence.

“That’s not something all tenants do,” Vincent said.

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nother sewer rate hike in New Buffalo could be on the way.

Abonmarche, an engineering firm with offices in Michigan and Indiana, has undertaken a cost analysis to determine how much sewer rates should be raised again to totally cover the cost of waste water treatment and fix a longstanding problem of groundwater infiltrating broken sewer lines.

City Manager David Richards said there had not been an increase in sewer rates for seven years until the previous one in June.

He said the amount billed to the city by the Galien River Sanitary District for waste water treatment still exceeds incoming revenue from sewer customers.

Another rate hike is needed to bring revenue and expenses completely in line with each other and leave money left over to repair broken lines taking in ground water.

Richards said groundwater finding its way into sewer lines drives up the city’s cost of waste water treatment from increased volumes flowing into the plant.

He said it was too early to know how much of a rate hike will be sought. ‘’We’re going to have to do some calculations with people who have a lot more expertise than us to determine what kind of a rate increase is necessary to do the things that we absolutely have to do,’’ he said.

Richards said the city council could be asked to raise rates again as soon as March.

Presently, Abonmarche is reviewing footage taken by cameras run through sewer lines last year to determine where groundwater is entering the system.

“We can’t fix them all.

All I can do is fix the worst,’’ he said.

Richards said the problem has worsened over the years from a rising water table submerging broken waste water lines that were once buried in dry ground.

Richards said he understands why some rate payers would be upset but the problem has become significant enough that it can no longer go unaddressed.

He said the city is also required by law to balance sewer rates’ incoming revenue with costs for waste water treatment.

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he Berrien County Health Department provided Benton Harbor residents with updated recommendations to prevent potential lead exposure from drinking water at a town hall meeting Friday, Jan. 24.

Out of an abundance of caution, the Berrien County Health Department recommends that all Benton Harbor residents flush their water for at least five minutes or use an NSF Standard 53 certified filter to remove lead from the water.

The Berrien County Health Department will offer water filters certified to reduce lead in the water at no cost to residents. Efforts are currently underway to provide these filters to homes known to have high levels of lead in their water. Filters will be available to any Benton Harbor resident who would like one beginning the week of Monday, Feb. 4. More information regarding water filter distribution times and locations will be released next week.

The Berrien County Health Department continues to offer blood testing and monitor the blood lead levels of children under age 6 and throughout the county, as children under the age of 6 are at the greatest risk of lead exposure.

Benton Harbor residents can have their children tested for lead in their blood at InterCare Community Health Network (800 M-139, Benton Harbor), at Spectrum Health Lakeland Center for Outpatient Services (3900 Hollywood Rd., St. Joseph), or at the Berrien County Health Department (2149 E. Napier Ave., Benton Harbor). There have been no detected increases in elevated blood lead levels in Benton Harbor children and data evaluation will continue.

Trends show elevated blood lead levels have been decreasing since 2011.

In October 2018, the City of Benton Harbor issued a public advisory to notify water customers that the water system had exceeded the 90th percentile for lead. This required further investigation into the source of the lead. Additional water testing recently conducted by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services resulted in the increased recommended flushing time and filter use. Testing is ongoing and future recommendations may change as more results are collected.

All Benton Harbor water customers are reminded to take the following precautionary actions to reduce their exposure to lead: Use a water filter certified to remove lead from the water, or an NSF 53 Certified filter.

Residents who do not have a filter and have not used their water for six hours or more should flush their pipes to reduce the amount of lead in their drinking water.

Pipes can be flushed by running faucets, taking a shower, running a load of laundry or washing dishes for at least five minutes. After flushing, run the water from your faucet until cold before drinking or cooking with the water.

Use cold tap water for drinking and cooking.

Use bottled water for preparing baby formula or use Ready-to-Feed formula.

Do not boil the water, as boiling will not reduce the amount of lead in the water.

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aya Schuhknecht, the 2019 first runner-up to Miss Buchanan, was crowned Miss Spirit 2019 during the seventh annual Miss Spirit Pageant, held Saturday, Jan. 26, at the St. Joseph High School Auditorium in St. Joseph, Michigan.

A senior at Buchanan High School, Maya is the daughter of Jennifer and Michael Schuhknecht.

She plans to attend Michigan State University to obtain a bachelor’s degree in both Graphic Design and Creative Advertising.

Maya’s activities include being a student council president and student body office president; a youth ambassador for the Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership (HOBY); participating in varsity tennis and basketball, art club, and Spanish club; and being a member of The Herd Spirit Team. She received The White House/Presidential Volunteer Service Award for completing 109 volunteer hours in 2018. Maya will receive a $450 scholarship award and various gifts and prizes for being crowned Miss Spirit of Blossomtime.

The Miss Spirit competition is open to all first runners up and offers one more young woman the opportunity to enjoy the many events and activities her sister queens will participate in.

Miss Spirit will go on to compete in the Showcase of Queens awards (photogenic, modeling and commercial) at the Mr. Blossomtime and Showcase of Queens Pageant and is eligible to win the Bob Braamse Community Service award, the Queen’s Legacy scholarship, and the title of Miss Blossomtime Congeniality, which will be awarded at the Miss Blossomtime Pageant.

There were 18 contestants who competed for the title last Saturday.

The People’s Choice award, which is voted on by the pageant attendees, was also won by Maya.

The 2019 Blossomtime Pageant will be held Sunday and Monday, March 10 and 11, at the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center in Benton Harbor, Michigan. — STAFF

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Enjoying a spot of tea at New Buffalo Township Library

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ourtney Kliss said it takes her several months to plan the perfect afternoon tea at New Buffalo Township Library, which takes place every year on the last Sunday in January.

First, she selects a theme. Last year, it was all about books. For the fifth annual tea, which took place Sunday, Jan. 31, Kliss browsed Pinterest before landing on a botanical theme. She placed leafy, green plants on tables Mandy Brunke, Laura Condon, Janet Schrader, Dixie Schrader and windowsills, as well as hung some from the ceiling. and Eve and Kelly Moore enjoy family time while sipping tea Guests could purchase some of the plants during the tea.

“We’ve done a lot of vintage things - but this year is a departure from past themes,” Kliss, who serves as the assistant to the library director, said.

All the library’s staff members pitch in - baking all the treats, shopping for supplies, helping with setup and cleanup (the “biggest part of all,” Kliss said). Overall, Kliss said it takes everyone about four days to set up for the tea.

On the day of the tea, guests gathered in the library’s spacious Pokagon Room and took their seats at tables with linen tablecloths draped over them (and plants as the centerpiece, of course).

While the day started out cloudy and snowy, by midafternoon, golden sunlight had broken through the clouds and was spilling into the room through the windows.

In addition to a menu that consisted of chicken salad and other petite sandwiches with the crusts cut off and trays of home-baked treats, guests also had a large lineup of teas (Kliss said she usually stocks up on tea from Amazon and area grocery stores) from which to choose: Lemon Ginger, Acai Berry, Raspberry Hibiscus, Raspberry Zinger, Mint Mango Passionfruit, and Ginger Peach Turmeric. For added Isabella Gasca enjoys a plateful of treats flavor, guests are free to add a pinch of sugar or cream and honey and a lemon slice to their tea. As always, gluten-free and vegan options were also available.

While most of the day’s crowd was comprised of females, a few members from the male population sipped at some tea as well. Gaylord Rochefort could be seen clinking his tea cup with his granddaughter, Johnna. Dressed in crisp dress shirts and black bow ties, Mateo and A.J. Hernandez joined their father, Augie, for this year’s tea.

“I wanted them to have some Johnna Rochefort enjoys tea culture,” Augie, who homeschools his A.J. and Mateo Hernandez enjoy tea with dad, Augie with her grandfather, Gaylord Rochefort sons, said.

This year, a raffle gave guests the opportunity to win items that were donated by chef Jackie Shen of Jackie’s Cafe in New Buffalo: a $15 gift certificate to Jackie’s Backdoor as well as one gift certificate accompanying a butterfly tea set and one accompanying a cupcake jar.

The tea has become a wintertime tradition in New Buffalo.

This year, Kliss said the library sold out of tickets and there was a waitlist for those who still wanted to attend. Kliss said that she enjoys seeing who will show up for each year’s tea.

“I see lots of faces come (to the tea) that I see every day at work,” she said.

Kliss added that the tea offers everyone a break from the long southwest Michigan winter.

“It’s so dark this time of year - and a lot of businesses are closed,” she said.

To view a list of more wintertime activities at the library, visit www.newbuffalotownshiplibrary.org.

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Joan Putzke welcomes everyone to the tea

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ue to a winter storm that dumped inches of snow on the ground and a deep freeze that settled into the Upper Midwest, the line separating the shore from Lake Michigan became indiscernible at the city of New Buffalo’s public beach last weekend.

Those who were passing through the beach’s parking lot Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 26-27, might have noticed that the frigid temperatures had caused the lake to be completely frozen over.

The city issued a special statement on its Facebook page Friday, Jan. 25, with a picture of the shelf ice, warning everyone to stay off the “pretty” but “extremely unstable” ice and that it can “become deadly if you fall through.”

The cold temperatures and steady snowfall continued through the weekend.

The region got hit with another batch of heavy snowfall Monday, Jan. 28, prompting Berrien County Sheriff Paul Bailey to issue an official press release declaring a road emergency due to the “emergency road conditions impacting Berrien County.

Residents were being required to stay off the roadways so that snow removal crews could safely clear them.

In addition, all nonessential county facilities closed at noon.

New Buffalo Area Schools cancelled classes for Monday through Thursday.

The previous week, school had also been cancelled due to slippery road conditions Wednesday, Jan. 23.

As of Monday night, Michigan City area schools had issued advance notice that schools would be closed for e-learning days Tues, Wed, and Thurs, Jan 2931, after having been closed Wed, Jan 23 , Fri, Jan. 25 and Mon., Jan 28.

Accidents abounded on Interstate 94 in Berrien County throughout last week. According to the Berrien County Road Department’s official Facebook page, multiple accidents were being reported on the interstate Tuesday, Jan. 22. Briefly, Interstate 94 was closed at Exit 52 westbound, which is outside of Berrien County, as well as at the 10-mile marker eastbound, the Facebook page also stated Friday, Jan. 25.

The winter storm continued to bear down on the upper Midwest into early this week, with a weather phenomenon that meteorologists have deemed a “polar vortex” taking hold of the region.

According to future weather forecasts, southwest Michigan was expected to be plagued by cold temperatures for the majority of this week as well.

As of Monday evening, a Winter Storm Warning had been issued by the National Weather Service for Berrien and Cass counties through Wednesday afternoon, with snow accumulations expected to be in excess of 6 inches through Wednesday afternoon.

A wind chill warning was also in effect from Tuesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon, with wind chills expected to be as low as 45 below zero and wind gusts up to 35 mph.

Due to the sub-zero temperatures that were expected to hover over the state throughout much of this week, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said on her Twitter account that she’d signed an order declaring a state of emergency in Michigan to address public health concerns Monday night.

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he Bison snapped a four-game losing streak Friday night at home in high school boys basketball.New Buffalo defeated Countryside Academy 64-40 during Winterfest.

The Bison went into halftime with an eight-point lead and entered the fourth quarter with an 11-point advantage then really turned it on outscoring Countryside Academy by 13 points in the final eight minutes of the game.

Bison freshman Kaden Parmley, sinking five of six shots from beyond the threepoint arc, led all scorers with 21 points.

Junior Tucker Morse contributed 19 points while senior Ben O’Donnell added 9 points for the Bison.

The victory followed a 68-34 loss Tuesday night at home to Brandywine. In that game, O’Donnell led Bison scorers with 7 points.

Sophomore Brennan Grott added 6 points while Morse and sophomore Sean Gordon each contributed five-points.

The Bison off to a 6-2 start to the season are now 7-6 going into Friday night’s game at Michigan Lutheran.

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’m feeling a bit nostalgic today.

There are many occasions that bring back fond memories: Gatherings on birthdays and holidays with family and friends, small gatherings, large gatherings, some that have lasted through the ages and some that are fairly new. One such occasion takes place two weeks after the NFL playoffs end and the champions of the NFC square off against the champions of the AFC. I’m not sure about this, but I think we still have to call this the “big game� for reasons that remain unclear to me. Call it what you will, it has been a party for the last 50 years.

That’s right - this game has been a staple in my life for 50 years. They started playing this game 52 years ago. The first couple of games were blowouts; however, 1969’s game was one for the ages. I was in college and placed a small wager on the New York Jets and their brash young quarterback, Joe Namath.

Because the Jets were such big underdogs, I got really good odds and came away with $50, a fortune back then for a broke college kid. As the years rolled on, my friends and I would get together for the game, but the next big game was 17 years later, when the Bears demolished the New England Patriots. I remember there being a lot of people at our house, many of whom brought their children. By the time the game started, the kids were outside playing their own big game, and the adults were primed for the most satisfying game that the Bears had played in their lifetime. By the end of the game, many of us were doing the “Super Bowl Shuffle.�

Twenty-one years would pass before the Bears would participate again, this time losing to the Indianapolis Colts. One year we got snowed out and the party had to be cancelled; however, every other year, most of us would get together and have a ball. I believe the Bears will be participants again in the very near future.

For the last 10 years or so, the party has been held at the home of Jim, my friend who passed away a few months ago. Jim’s wife Paulette is going to carry on the tradition this year and I couldn’t be happier. There is no doubt that our friend will be missed terribly, but having all of us together will be very nice. As always, there will be plenty of good food and drink. Small wagers will be made on everything from the coin toss to which team will commit the first penalty. We will have a board with squares and a predict the final score contest. More than once, we will raise a glass to our good friend, Jim. Nostrovia my friend. Rest in peace.

Tom Petty said, “You and I will meet again/ When we’re least expecting it/One day in some far-off place/ I will recognize your face/I won’t say goodbye my friend/ For you and I will meet again.� Be kind to one another. Keep smiling. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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Costumes and camaraderie at annual ‘Running of the Bull’ Pub Crawl

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BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

ome came bundled up in hats and thick winter coats.

Others dressed as animals and other fun critters, their faces bespeckled with sparkly glitter. Someone even came outfitted in a giant (headpiece and all) snowman costume, complete with orange carrot nose and black top hat. Whether they came as they were or went all out in fun disguises, everyone agreed that the fourth annual New Buffalo Winterfest Running of the Bull Afternoon Pub Crawl, which took place Saturday, Jan. 26, was a success Like previous years, attendees in this year’s pub crawl had one goal in mind: to attempt to hit all of New Buffalo’s prime watering holes within the span of a single wintry afternoon.

The Psychedelic Chics, Cathi Croson, Hanni Wineger, Candy Gerlach and Meg Dougherty This year, the group met at Dooley’s Lake House Pub (which opened last summer) at the edge of town.

Under the direction of a giant brown bull, the group edged closer to the lakefront, stopping at Marina Grand Resort, the New Buffalo Yacht Club and Terrace Room in the Harbor Grand Hotel.

From there, everyone trooped across the street to Stray Dog Bar and Grill before - at long last - making a final pit stop at Casey’s New Buffalo on North Whittaker Street. Participation in the event is free, although participants must pay for their drinks and beverages at each stop.

Participants came from near and far New Buffalo resident Cathi Croson (whose husband, Greg Dougherty, had the honor of holding up the rear of the bull), had invited Hanni Wineger and Candy Gerlach from Colorado Springs, Colorado, for their inaugural year of running with the bull. Meg Dougherty form Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was joining them.

In their colorful wigs and tie-dyed shirts, the women had declared themselves to be the “psychedelic chics.”

“This is just good fun - it gets the whole town involved,” Meg said.

Some had held onto their costumes for decades The group catches up in Stray Dog Brian Poynton (who donned the snowman outfit) said he’d had his costume for 15 years. He had been using it for parties for several years, which includes performing as Olaf from Disney’s “Frozen.” This year, Poynton decided to bring along Jennifer Kalicke. “She didn’t know what she was getting into,” he said.

Madison Cody and Jessica Vravis had made a spur of the moment Tom Smith, Maureen Shanley and Cathi Croson decision to dress up. After catch up at The Stray Dog Bagel Sibley and Robert Wagoner hang out at the Terrace Room seeing so many people dressed up at the first stop, they joined the final leg of the group’s journey after changing into their getups: a zebra (Cody) and a pink unicorn (Vravis).

“We already went to Dooley’s - and then we went home and changed,” Vravis said.

Local resident George (who preferred not to reveal his last name), who was hanging out at the Terrace Room for his first Running of the Bull, said the event was the perfect way to shake off the winter doldrums.

“It’s just going to places when it’s snowing and making friends - it’s just friends getting together and unwinding,” he said.

Maureen Shanley, who has helped put together the event in recent years, agreed that it’s good for camaraderie as well as for local businesses.

“It’s very good for business - it’s great for the town.

Madison Cody and Jessica Vravis catch up Brian Poynton (the snowman) with It’s usually so quiet this time of year,” she said. with the group at the Terrace Room Jessica Kalicke in the Terrace Room

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The Acorn’s astounding celebration

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andra Thompson, Executive Director, took the stage after an introductory film on the massive stage screen tht showed a montage of talent that has graced the Acorn stage. She proudly announced the newest of changes at the beloved Acorn theater. and pointed to the new logo on display on the stage. Unlike the old logo, the new logo is very graphic and imparts various symbols of the Acorn’s operation.

Going non-profit in 2015, Sandra has ushered this new status so successfully. She didn’t hestitate to share much of that success with the Board Members, donors, and she expressed the appreciation for the army of Volunteers that were on board with the challenges that the Acorn has faced in these past few years.

Fundraising for the theater is always a great challenge, but the Acorn has enjoyed many corporate and individual donations that Sandra cited, and she asked the donors who were in attendance to stand for applause; they Ron Stearn, Deborah Hall, were recognized as being and Marge Stearn1 instrumental in the finances and success of the theater.

Being a theater for many professional artists, it is also instrumental for the introduction of new talent and provides a stage for fresh talent and the opportunity to find a theater like the Acorn: one that is so welcoming, has a professional atmosphere and now a new stage installation, with fabulous sound, and lighting.

For this special evening the Acorn featured performers that took the stage for a moving and astounding presentation of some of the young, as well as seasoned artists that have played at the Acorn.

It was an an evening of awesome and superb entertainment. It was apanoply of exemplary talent in the growing talent and clear success of the Acorn Theater. All of this success is helping to make the Three Oak’s theater a revered destination for audiences, and a career-building stage for artists, with the astute guidance of Executive Director Sandra Thompson.

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The 2019 Winterfest King and Queen, Riley English and Blake Newton

Seniors shout out their graduation year during Friday’s pep rally

Students play the traditional tug of war at the pep rally

New Buffalo celebrates Winterfest 2019

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Students jump through hula hoops during Friday’s pep rally

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Academy Cougars, students watched longtime he New Buffalo High School Bison class advisors Elizabeth Ditto and Suzanne Cramer celebrated a successful, cities-themed crown this year’s Winterfest king Winterfest week, and queen, seniors Riley English which culminated and Blake Newton. in a night out in the The following seniors were “City of Lights,” from Tuesday, also a part of the 2019 Winterfest Jan. 22, to Friday, Jan. 25.

Court: Colin Bendiner, Max The week was full of themed Folino, Tannah Nieman, Libby days, such as “Pajama Day,” Price, Alex Schmock, Ayja Ward, “Squad Day” and Career/ Jacob Smith, Joseph Turcotte, Professional Day.” The class that and Annabelle Yanz. had the most of its members The 2019 Winterfest class dress up for each spirit day representatives were: freshmen, was the Class of 2019, which Markvell Shaw and Emma was awarded the traditional Snyder; sophomores, Emma megaphone by Student Senate Students try to balance a volleyball co-advisors Beth Scoggin and Lantz and Ashton Jacobsbetween them during Wednesday night’s Amy Ingle during halftime at Golebiewski; and juniors, Clair mini games the big Winterfest game Friday Workman and Michael Flick. night. Second place went to the juniors, third place Students danced the night away at the annual went to the sophomores and fourth place was the Winterfest dance, which this year had the theme freshman class.

“A Night in Paris,” Saturday, Jan. 26, in the During Friday’s game against the Countryside school’s cafeteria.

The Bison and the Cougars compete during Friday night’s game

NBHS cheerleaders perform a stunt during Friday night’s game

Members of the New Buffalo High School Band warm up before Friday night’s game

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The distribution starts at 3:30 p.m. and is sponsored by The Pokagon Fund. — STAFF REPORTS

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assengers can ride for free on all westbound weekend and off-peak weekday South Shore Line trains during the 2019 Chicago Auto Show from Saturday, Feb. 9, through Monday, Feb. 18.

Off-peak weekday trains arrive at Millennium Station after 9:30 a.m. CST and depart Millennium Station before 3:30 p.m. and after 6:30 p.m. CST. This is also the perfect opportunity to take advantage of free westbound rides for Valentine’s Day, and plan a date in the city.

“The winter months can drudge on and sometimes feel like there is no end in sight. We wanted to let our riders know how valuable they are and also provide them something to look forward to during this season of shorter, colder days. Hopefully, everyone can take advantage of the free westbound rides while heading to the auto show, and then again for a date night in the city for Valentine’s Day,” Director of Capital Investment & Implementation Nicole Barker said.

In the past, the SSL has offered many free ride promotions for their riders. This promotion is a part of the SSL’s ongoing effort to provide affordable and convenient transportation to and from South Bend, Northwest Indiana and Chicago.

For more information on train schedules, discounts and to plan a trip, please visit mysouthshoreline.com or download the SSL app (available for iPhone and Android). — STAFF

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Guitar virtuoso, singer, and songwriter Joe Robinson to close out the Hanson Theatre Living Room Series

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he final installment of The Mendel Center’s 2018-19 Hanson Theatre Living Room Series will feature world-class virtuoso guitarist and singer/songwriter Joe Robinson at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22.

The 27-year-old Australian possesses a unique musical sensibility, injecting a fusion of rock, blues, R&B, and jazz into a fresh sound that is entirely his own. Displaying his virtuosity on electric as well as acoustic guitar, Robinson was voted “Best New Talent” in the Guitar Player Readers’ Poll and landed a coveted spot as one of Australian Guitar Magazine’s Top 50 Best Guitarists.

Robinson’s talents were further recognized by Guitar Player magazine as part of a cover story entitled “Youthquake 2017: Ten Mind-Blowing Young Guitarists.”

In the article, Guitar Player observes Robinson is “equally mind-blowing as an acoustic fingerpicker and electric soloist…his YouTube videos display an astounding combination of taste, speed, cagey phrasing, and a clear, articulate, and sparking tone.”

Robinson started playing guitar at age 9 and, when he quickly outpaced his guitar instructor, began educating himself via the internet. At age 11, he was a touring guitarist and at just 13 years old, he won the Australian National Songwriting Competition. Within a couple of years, he was touring regularly and sharing stages with artists such as Tommy and Phil Emmanuel, both of whom served as mentors.

When a 16-year-old Robinson burned through a Chet-inflected medley of “Day Tripper” and “Lady Madonna” in 2008 during the opening round of the nationally broadcast Australia’s Got Talent television series competition, the entire house including the judges - gave him a standing ovation. He went on to win $250,000 with his take on Tommy Emmanuel’s arrangement of “Classical Gas.” Robinson has toured North America and internationally in China, Japan, Europe, and Australia, playing numerous festivals, including Bonnaroo, and headlining clubs, which has enabled him to define himself as a budding world visionary. In his solo show, there are a few moments where he physically has two guitars - one acoustic and one electric - strapped over his shoulder and is playing them expertly at the same time.

In addition to extensive touring on his own, Robinson toured with Guitar Army featuring fellow master guitarists/singers/songwriters Robben Ford and Lee Roy Parnell in 2016. In 2017, Robinson joined guitar greats John Jorgenson and Lee Roy Parnell in Guitar Army on the road and in the studio.

Robinson is currently writing and recording his highly-awaited fourth solo album, a follow-up to his well-received “Gemini, Vol. 1” and “Gemini, Vol. 2” EPs, that is expected to be released in 2019. He has also been keeping a busy schedule on the road with solo dates and shows with Tommy Emmanuel, Edwin McCain, and opening shows for and as a member of Rodney Crowell’s acoustic trio.

Tickets for Joe Robinson are $15 and are available at www.TheMendelCenter. com, through The Mendel Center box office at (269) 927-8700, option 1, and in person weekdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the box office located in The Mendel Center, 2755 E. Napier Ave., Benton Harbor. Discounts are available for Mainstage and Economic Club members, seniors, students, and veterans.

A wine bar and craft beers from local makers will be available beginning at 6 p.m. for attendees to enjoy throughout the performance.

The Hanson Theatre Living Room Series is sponsored by the Southwestern Michigan Tourist Council. — STAFF REPORTS

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Economic Club to host Young Professionals event featuring Alex Banayan Tickets are now on sale for the Economic Club of Southwestern Michigan Speakers Series’ exciting professional development and networking event for young professionals with author, venture capitalist, and thought leader on millennial trends for business, Alex Banayan, at Grand Upton Hall Tuesday, Feb. 19.

Named to Forbes’ “30 Under 30” list, Banayan is the author of the national bestseller, “The Third Door.” The book documents Banayan’s unbelievable journey tracking down the world’s most successful people to uncover how they launched their careers. Over the course of his five-year quest, Banayan has sat down with Bill Gates, Lady Gaga, Jessica Alba, Maya Angelou, Jane Goodall, Pitbull, Quincy Jones, Larry King, Tim Ferriss, Tony Hsieh, and Steve Wozniak – and had remarkable run-ins with Warren Buffett, Steven Spielberg, Mark Zuckerberg, Bill Clinton, and more.

After exclusive interviews and extensive research, Banayan has uncovered the single trait every one of these leaders has in common. His discovery will change the way you understand and approach success. Banayan is the youngest business author ever signed to Crown Publishing in their 80-year history.

As a keynote speaker, Banayan has presented to corporate leadership teams and conferences around the world, garnering standing ovations from Apple, Nike, IBM, Dell, MTV, Harvard, and countless others. Microsoft declared that Banayan “cracked the code for success.”

A leader of the next generation of entrepreneurs and the focus of major media around the world, Banayan is a venture associate at Alsop Louie Partners, a high-tech venture capital firm based in San Francisco. Fortune magazine reported that Banayan was “the world’s youngest venture capitalist” and Business Insider named him one of the “Most Powerful People Under 30.”

Banayan has also contributed to FastCompany, The Washington Post, VentureBeat, Entrepreneur magazine, The Huffington Post, and TechCrunch. He’s been featured in major media including Businessweek, Forbes magazine, Fortune magazine, Fox News, Bloomberg TV, and CBS News.

In this special young professionals’ presentation, Banayan will share his experiences in “How to Dream Bigger, Achieve Your Goals, and Take the Third Door.”

The presentation is primarily for students and individuals under 40.

Membership is not required. Grand Upton Hall doors will open at 5:30 p.m, and the presentation will begin at 7 p.m.

Tickets for this special event are $35 for speaker-only seating, $58 for dinner and presentation. Tables of 10 are available for $500. Dinner tickets need to be ordered

by Tuesday, Feb. 12. Speaker-only tickets will be available through the day of the event.

Order tickets at www.TheEconClub.com, call 269-927-8700, option 1, or visit The Mendel Center Box Office in person. The box office, located in the Grand Upton Hall Lobby, is open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. — STAFF REPORTS

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NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING SYNOPSIS JUNE 4, 2018 SPECIAL MEETING Held Michigan Shores Water Project Public Hearing Adopted Resolution #5 Michigan Shores Water Project Approved Proposal for Oakhill Springs Sewer Project JUNE 6, 2018 SPECIAL MEETING Adopted Bond Authorizing Resolution Michigan Shores Water Project JUNE 18, 2018 REGULAR MEETING Held Public Hearing on 2018-2019 Budget Held Public Hearing on SLU Permit Revocation Heard/Received Monthly Reports Approved Minutes, Treasurer’s Report, and Bills Approved Water Material Purchase.

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Approved Increasing RRI Account Quarterly Transfer to $10,000 Approved Summer Tax Bill Postage Revoked SLU for Carts on 12 Approved Budget Amendments Approved 2018 Millages Adopted Budget Resolution Adopted Township Officers Salary Resolution Approved Trustee Compensation Approved Hourly Wage Increase for Township Employees Approved Township Insurance Changes Adopted Resolution #1 Oak Hill Springs Sewer Adopted Poverty Guidelines Approved Quote for Turnout Gear Accepted Resignation from Ty Siuda Approved Turning Down the Easement Offer from Michiana JULY 6, 2018 SPECIAL MEETING Approved Payment to Berrien County for Work at Galien River County Park Approved Changes to the Township Insurance Policy Approve Repairs to Air Conditioner at the Fire/Water Building Reaffirmed for Compliance the SLU Permit for Carts on 12 JULY 16, 2018 REGULAR MEETING Heard/Received Monthly Reports Approved Minutes, Treasurer’s Report, and Bills Held Public Hearing for Oak Hill Springs Sewer Project Approved Resolution #2 for Oak Hill Springs Sewer Approved Writing a Grant to The Pokagon Fund for Park Director, Leadership Program Approved Quote for Firefighter Physicals Adopted Speed Study Resolution

JULY 23, 2018 SPECIAL MEETING Hired Angie Creech as Administrative Assistant Approved Writing a Grant to The Pokagon Fund for Marquette Greenway Approved Paying The Pokagon Fund Remaining Funds from Settlement AUGUST 20, 2018 REGULAR MEETING Heard/Received Monthly Reports Approved Minutes, Treasurer’s Report, and Bills Approved Bond Payments Approved HSA for Angela Creech Accepted Proposal for Clay Street Culvert Work Approved Payment #1 for Michigan Shores Water Approved Change Order #1 Michigan Shores Water Approved Memorandum of Understanding w/Berrien County for Pager Grant Approved Resolution in Support of Non-Motorized Infrastructure Approved Zoning Ordinance Amendment Approved Quote for Technology Approved Quote for Defibrillator Approved Quote for Work at Fire/Water Building Accepted Resignation from Jarvis Tarnowski Approved Quote from Emergency Reporting Approved MTA Training for Fire Chief and Captain SEPTEMBER 17, 2018 REGULAR MEETING Heard/Received Monthly Reports Approved Minutes, Treasurer’s Report, and Bills Approve Bond Payments Approved Payment #2 for Michigan Shores Water Approved Change Order #2 for Michigan Shores Water Approved Onsolve Service Agreement for the Code Red Program Approved Resolution to Adopt Indiana Michigan Power Franchise Ordinance Approved Letter of Engagement with Kruggel Lawton Approved Special Assessment Petition (Roma Sewer) Approved Speed Study Resolution for Marquette Rd. Approved Pine Grove Cemetery Authority Agreement Approved Resolution Honoring WWI Centennial Approved Proclamation Septic Smart Week OCTOBER 15, 2018 REGULAR MEETING Heard/Received Monthly Reports Approved Minutes, Treasurer’s Report, and Bills Approved Estimate for Warning Siren Work Approved Quote for Concrete Pad for Adult Exercise Equipment Approved Payment #3 for Michigan Shores Water Approved Metro Act Right of Way Permit Extension Adopted Resolution – Proposed

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Fred: I ran into Frank Rotondo, a bass player out of Chicago, who lives in Sawyer. I said. “How would you like to get a band together?” That was about two years ago. And I knew Kirk Boyd had once played in a band.

I saw Kirk and asked him if he ever picked up a guitar anymore. He said” I haven’t picked it up in twelve years.”. I told him “Dust that baby off … let’s put something together.” Then we picked up a drummer, Rob Lemon. He’s from Three Oaks too.

Frank Rotondo suggested they call it “The Edgar Wilbury Band” because a lot of people were familiar with Fred’s alter ego. Two years later, “The Edgar Wilbury Band” plays to capacity audiences.

Fred: Every time you play you put your reputation on the line. You want to tear it up. You want the crowd to say: “those guys are good.” To do thirty-five songs and do them correctly and nail them is really important to us. We don’t want to put on a bad performance ever. People have hard lives; this takes their mind off the daily grind. Music is magic.

Apart from people who listen on the radio, “All Over The Planet” has the largest streaming audience of any Radio Harbor Country show - an audience literally from “all over the planet.”

So if you find yourself in Three Oaks at 6:30 on a Friday evening, stop by Radio Harbor Country’s studios at 505 W. Locust and join the party. “I know it’s only rock and roll” … but you’ll like it.

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Fred: I tend to choose classic rock from the sixties and seventies and eighties. Dylan will pick some of that out, but he’ll also bring in some of the newer stuff from the nineties’ and 2000’s. But it’s all rock and roll.

Indeed, attending an “All Over The Planet’” live Friday night broadcast is not just rock and roll, it’s a rock and roll party starring Edgar Wilbury and Dylan the Dude. Fred uses the pseudonym, Edgar Wilbury. Dylan’s DJ name is “Dylan the Dude.”

Fred: I think why people listen to the show is not only to hear some of the best music ever recorded in rock and roll. It’s the little stories we share, planetoids we call them, little tidbits of information that tell the listeners things that they don’t usually know. – that’s what is really intriguing about our show.

Planetoids aside, witnessing father and son in tandem, is another kind of music to listener’s ears, no less classic than the venerable rock and roll.

Fred: The bonding is just incredible.

And we play off each other so well.

Better than what I would have imagined – just to communicate back and forth so easily. He has become so good at what he does.

Each show has a theme such as: songs from a group’s debut album, songs with rain in the title … you get the idea.

Fred: We’ve done so many different themes. We talk it over and try to see if there’s enough good music to cover that theme. There are really no rules with the theme. We can make our own rules because it’s our own show.

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JANUARY 31-FEBRUARY 6, 2019 AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT

ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 Be cautious this week. Take some time to think through what the most effective responses or appropriate actions are before you react.

Action of some kind will be necessary just be sure you have a plan. You want to guard against coming off as over reactionary. Be hot and bothered, but not hot tempered.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 It’s hard to believe that Libra can be so dominating because they are considered the peacemaker of the zodiac, but sometimes Libra has a hard time dealing with emotions and drama of any kind, and whether they realize it or not people may shut down around them, and not really feel free to express concerns.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 Embrace a new approach.

If you are holding back emotionally or isolating yourself for fear of conflict, you are only adding fuel to the fire. Embrace your dissatisfactions fully, and express them, or you will explode on others like a volcano. If you feel yourself spiraling out of control, ask for help, and accept it.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 There appears to be a lot of worry or agitated energy in your career and money making sectors. Don’t let this cause you to quit or walk out of negotiations. Even though the vibration is heavy, it will be constructive. Stand firm and utilize these higher energy levels. Do what you love and the money will follow.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 A Domineering attitude will not help your relationships.

It is important you start building bridges, not walls.

Open a constructive dialogue with people, by listening more and being completely honest in your responses. If you are not working for the group as a whole, then you won’t have their support or respect.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 Your energy levels are on the rise and your natural zest for life is inspiring. Use this enthusiasm to its fullest by opening your home to friends and family. Get conversations flowing and don’t be afraid to start a movement. You will be motivated by others and their support will increase your personal power.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 You are stronger than you think. If you have any physical blockages, you will push past them with your mental agility. It’s mind over matter.

Your enthusiasm and persuasive emotions will inspire others, and you will be well-liked.

You are a very credible source and will attract some very influential partners.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 The sassy Goat has returned and she is ready to speak out. Once you get emotionally charged on an issue you will climb over any obstacle to be heard, and now the time has arrived to start that climb. If someone is threatening your personal freedoms, or threatening an important issue, take it to the streets.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 Don’t let relationship irritations get you down, and certainly don’t think your relationship is doomed. Your mind is very restless and it may be hard to let issues settle. You tend to go full force and confront making others feel on edge. Going easy does not mean you are giving up. Be gentle Lion. Your roar can be scary.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 By sharing your experiences with others, you will not only comfort them, but motivate them. This is not the time to hide your head under the pillow, now is the time to take action and support the people around you. Irritation that generates action is a powerful force, one that can topple dictators easily.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 You may be considering taking your relationship to the next level, and making things more permanent. You are more motivated by your passions and emotions than usual this week, and will tend to follow your heart more than your logic now. Be sure you agree about the not so romantic stuff too, like money.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 Breakthroughs happen when a large enough force pushes past obstacles, and fears are overcome. You are a force Pisces and even though your symbol is two fishes swimming in a circle, that doesn’t mean they will be contained or controlled. Fluidity is key here. Continue moving, keep pushing. Yes, you can.

My film is not a movie; it’s not about Vietnam. It is Vietnam.

— Francis Ford Coppola

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HARBOR COUNTRY MISSION TO BENEFIT FROM GIVEBACK DINNER

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arbor Country Mission has been chosen to be the recipient of Bentwood Tavern’s Wednesday, Feb. 6, giveback dinner.

As a result, 50 percent of all food and drinks purchased between 5 and 10 p.m. will go to Harbor Country Mission. All funding for Harbor Country Mission goes directly towards helping those marginalized residents of southwest Michigan who are bordering on financial crisis – those who are often homeless, struggling and ignored or forgotten.

Bentwood Tavern is located at 600 Water St., New Buffalo.

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

EVERY MONDAY

I would say I’m a nice person, and I take pride in the fact that I treat everyone really well, so there’s no reason for anyone to ever come at me because I only want the best for everybody else.

— Miley Cyrus

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.

EVERY WEDNESDAY KNITTING AT THE DELI 2-4PM. David’s Deli.

All are welcome.

EVERY THURSDAY & 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.

LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH HARBOR COUNTRY BOOK CLUB 6:30PM. New Buffalo Township Library. 33 N. North Thompson. New Buffalo.

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

KARAOKE NIGHT 7-11PM. Dooley’s Lake House Pub. 310 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. 269-469-2247. www.dooleyslakehouse.com.

Kids and adults are welcome!

EVERY SATURDAY YOGA AT THE PARK 9AM. New Buffalo Township.

EVERY 2ND & 3RD SATURDAY NEW TROY FLEA MARKET 9AM-3PM. New Troy Community Center.

13372 California Rd. New Troy.

Admission is free.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1-3 15TH ANNUAL MAGICAL ICE FEST 4-6PM. Downtown St. Joseph. St. Joseph.

Visit St. Joseph and enjoy the frosty fun that’s being planned for all weekend long.

For a list of activities and hotel packages, visit www.stjoetoday.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1

EMPTY BOWLS DINNER 5-7PM. New Buffalo High School.

1112 E. Clay St. New Buffalo.

Suggested donation of $10 for a ceramic bowl will provide diners with an homemade “empty bowl” and a meal of soup of chili, a drink and dessert. Sponsored by the New Buffalo High School Student Senate.

NATURE VS EVERYTHING OPENING RECEPTION 6-9PM CST. Lubeznik Center for the Arts.

101 W 2nd St. Michigan City.

Discuss the works with the artists who created this latest exhibition while enjoying light refreshments. The event is free.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2

WEDDINGS & WHISKEY AT JOURNEYMAN 1-4PM. Journeyman Distillery.

109 Generations Dr. Three Oaks.

The event, which will include vendors and beverages, will allow guests to stroll Journeyman’s Warren Hall and Grainery event spaces and connect with professionals who can take their wedding day from special to spectacular. The cost is $5. For tickets, visit www.journeymandistillery.com. or call 269820-2050.

LION’S CLUB EYE BALL 6:30PM. Grand Beach Club.

48200 Perkins Blvd. New Buffalo.

Featuring dinner, a cash bar and entertainment. Tickets are $75 per person or $500 for a table of eight. Please RSVP to Sue Giglio at 517-862-6571 or sgiglio2016@yahoo.com.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4

CHINESE NEW YEAR/ VALENTINE’S DAY BENEFIT 5-7PM. Jackie’s Cafe. 801 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo.

The benefit will feature a buffet dinner and cooking demo. All proceeds will benefit the River Valley Senior Center. Tickets are $45.

Contact 269-469-4556.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6

HARBOR COUNTRY MISSION GIVEBACK DINNER 5-10PM. Bentwood Tavern.

600 W Water St. New Buffalo.

Harbor Country Mission has been selected as the recipient of Bentwood Tavern’s February giveback dinner, where 50 percent of all food and beverage revenue will go to support the nonprofit.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9 SAWYER DANCE TROUPE ANNUAL FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE 6:30-8:30PM. Trinity Lutheran Church.

Sawyer.

The Sawyer Dance Troupe presents it’s annual Father-Daughter Dance to be held on Saturday February 9th at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sawyer, Michigan from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Cost of $20 per couple ($5 additional child) includes a hot dog supper, door prize, and keepsake photo. There will be a professional DJ and amazing raffle prizes!

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10 THAT’S AMORE! 2-3:30PM. Acorn Theater.

107 Generation Dr. Three Oaks.

An afternoon cabaret of Arias & Love Songs.

Tickets are $25 and include light snacks.

Contact info@smso.org or 269-982-4030.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11 FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY CHEF NIGHT 5-6:15PM. New Buffalo Township Library.

Pastry chef Denise Churchill will demonstrate cookie and cupcake decorating. Cost is $25 per family (three person minimum) and $20 per individual.

Proceeds will benefit Friends of New Buffalo Library.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16 SHELF ICE BREW FEST 1-5PM CST. Uptown Arts District.

7th and Franklin streets. Michigan City.

The winter beer fest will feature four big tents with 40 local and regional breweries.

General admission tickets are $45 including a $3.30 fee and VIP tickets are $70 including a $4.56 fee. Visit www. shelficebrewfest.com or call 507-400-2787.

VICTORIAN VALENTINE FUNDRAISER 2PM. Fellowship Hall. Three Oaks United Methodist Church. Three Oaks.

Sponsored by the Civil War Days in Three Oaks Committee. Tickets are $10 per person or $15 per couple. Contact cwinthreeoaks@yahoo.com.

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